Bright Star Presented By North Brunswick Drama Group
Schedule
Thu Mar 05 2026 at 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
North Brunswick Township Middle School | Hillsborough, NJ
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Come see the North Brunswick Drama Group cast and crew shine like the bright stars they are!Inspired by a true story, BRIGHT STAR is a sweeping, heartfelt musical featuring a Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and 1940s, this deeply emotional tale explores love, loss, and the transformative power of redemption. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past—and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives.
With its stunning melodies and richly developed characters, BRIGHT STAR weaves an uplifting and poignant journey through time, filled with hope, heartache, and the promise of second chances. A beautifully genuine and soul-stirring musical, BRIGHT STAR captivates audiences with its deeply moving story and lively bluegrass score.
Producing Director -- Heather Tedesco Pasquale
Musical Director -- Isaiah C. Mason
Choreographer -- Rebecca Cahill
Technical Director -- Nick Cartusciello
Assistant Producing Director -- Richard Siegel
Stage Manager -- Shannon Knopf
Assistant Stage Manager -- Lina "Lark" Knopf
Assistant Music Director -- Jason Wang
Dance Captain -- Amanda Haasz
Associate Costume Designer -- Samantha Melgar
Assistant Costume Designer -- Allison Schaechter
Designer -- Michael Gage Costa
Assistant Designer -- Kate Wolfel
Marketing Manager -- Melissa Benhardt
House and Box Office Manager -- Elaine Martin Amodio
Cast List:
Alice Murphy -- Stephanie Elson
Billy Cane -- RJ Clemens
Jimmy Ray Dobbs -- Luke Gavin
Margo -- Elizabeth Rzasa
Mayor Dobbs -- Norman Politziner
Daddy Cane -- Billy Morris
Daddy Murphy -- Tom Douglas
Daryl Ames -- Brendan McCunney
Mama Murphy -- Kathi Troy
Lucy -- Amanda Haasz
Max -- Rowan Underberg-Davis
Stanford -- Don Benhardt
Dr. Norquist -- Louis Mastro
Edna -- Rose Flahive
Florence -- Jill Carty
Adoption Clerk -- Sharon Underberg
Ensemble:
Alison Slifkin, Ashley Woodworth, Conor Donegan, Crowley Underberg-Davis, Emily Christensen, Heather Davenport, Jeanne Massary, Leland Font, Leslie Grimes, Mary Liedtka, Mercedes DaLomba-Richter, Patrick Carty, Rachel Schleppy, Samuel Benifield-Chivore, Will Lomassaro
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Where is it happening?
North Brunswick Township Middle School, Hillsborough, New Jersey, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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