Guys and Dolls
by Texas State University Department of Theatre, Dance and Film

Apr. 14 - Apr. 19
Monday-Saturday

Eric Shawn, McKenlee Wilson, Mia Kaplan, Jackson Wood (photo by Lauren Jurgemeyer)Based on the stories of Damon Runyon, Guys and Dolls is a timeless tale of big-city gamblers and the women who love them. The show follows the unlikely romance between high-stakes gambler Sky Masterson (Eric Shawn) and mission worker Sarah Brown (McKenlee Wilson), as well as the long-time engaged couple: Nathan Detroit (Mia Kaplan) and his showgirl fiancée, Miss Adelaide (Jackson Wood). With unforgettable characters and a compelling storyline, this Tony Award-winning classic continues to captivate audiences of all ages.
 
Directed by Tom Delbello, with choreography by Julio Catano-Yee and Cameron Monroe Thomas, and music direction by Spencer D. Hansen, this beloved musical transports the audience to the vibrant streets of 1950s New York City. Audiences will instantly recognize classic, lively numbers like "Luck Be a Lady" and "A Bushel and a Peck."
 
Also Rockin' This Boat is a stellar company, including Amaya Adams, Drew Barber, Brendan Behm, Kevin Bowman, Brooke Cox, Zach Feeney, Bryan Fortunato, Albert Igbinigie, Gianna Kohl, Lacey Kohn, Daniel Sabraw, Jordan Spena, Caleb Sporrer, Simone Straub-Clark, Jhalena Sulcer, Luz Tellus, Riley Thornton, Hailey Truong, Aiden Valentine, and Tyler Jordan Wesley. 
 
The creative team bringing this world to life includes Michelle Ney, scenic design; Monica Pasut, costume design; Paige Blackwell, lighting design; Cody Rodriguez, sound design; Colin Shay, technical director; and Madison Smith, production stage manager.
 
Join the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film for an unforgettable night of timeless romance and high-stake antics.
 
 
  • Director: Tom Delbello
  • Choreographers: Julio Catano-Yee & Cameron Monroe Thomas
  • Music Direction: Spencer D. Hansen.
  • Cast:
    • Sarah Brown: McKenlee Wilson
    • Sky Masterson: Eric Shawn
    • Nathan Detroit: Mia Kaplan
    • Miss Adelaide: Jackson Wood
    • Nicely-Nicely Johnson: Daniel Sabraw
    • Benny Southstreet: Tyler Jordan Wesley
    • Arvide Abernathy: Jhalena Sulcer
    • Big Jule: Hailey M. Truong
    • Harry the Horse: Luz Tellus
    • Lieutenant Brannigan: Riley J. Thornton
    • General Matilda Cartwright & Others: Simone Straub-Clark
    • Rusty Charlie & Others: Brendan Behm
    • Martha & Others: Lacey Kohn
    • Calvin & Others: Zach Feeney
    • Angie the Ox & Others: Kevin Bowman
    • Brandy Bottle Bates & Others: Caleb Sporrer
    • Lollipop Louie & Other: Bryan Fortunato
    • The Greek & Others: Drew Barber
    • Hot Box Mimi & Others: Brooke Cox
    • Hot Box Allison & Others: Jordan Spena
    • Hot Box Ferguson & Others: Albert Igbinigie
    • Hot Box Vernon & Others: Amaya Adams
    • Hot Box Dianne & Others: Aiden Valentine
    • Hot Box Cyd & Others: Gianna Kohl
 

Book by Abe Burrows & Jo Swerling

Music & Lyrics by Frank Loesser

Directed by Tom Delbello

Choreography by Julio Canto & Cameron Monroe Thomas

Music Direction by Spencer Hansen

 

Guys and Dolls
by Loesser, Swerling and Burrows
Texas State University Department of Theatre, Dance and Film

Monday-Saturday,
April 14 - April 19, 2025
Patti Strickel Harrison Theatre
601 University Drive
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX, 78666

April 14 - 19, 2025

Monday - Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. Saturday matinee is sold out

Patti Strickel Harrison Theatre
405 Moon Street
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Parking will be directed to the Edward Gary Parking Garage (401 Edward Gary Dr.) behind the Performing Arts Center.


Tickets can be purchased online at txstatepresents.com
 
Tickets:
  • Public: $25
  • TXST Faculty: $20
  • TXST Student: $12