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Hedwig and the
Angry Inch
Text by John Cameron Mitchell
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Trask
Produced Off-Broadway by Samjack, Ltd., Susann Brinkley
and James B. Freydberg at the Jane Street Theatre
where it opened February 14, 1998,
under the direction of Peter Askin.
Originally produced in New York City by David Binder
in association with the Westbeth Theatre Center,
Arnold Engelman, Producing Director.
Hedwig and the Angry Inch is presented
by special arrangement with
Broadway Licensing Global. www.broadwaylicensing.com
NOTE TO AUDIENCE:
The videotaping or audio and/or visual recording of this production is a violation of United States Copyright Law and an actionable federal offense.
DIRECTOR / CHOREOGRAPHER
Kelly Van Oosbree
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Julia Tobey
MUSIC DIRECTOR
Fischer
CONTENT WARNING:
This show covers many potentially triggering themes including gender dysphoria, genital mutilation / compulsory genital surgery, incest, sexual abuse, relational abuse, domestic / family violence, war, substance use, anti-semitism, racism, xenophobia, and sexual content. In addition, there are curse words and slurs used throughout the production.
SENSORY WARNING:
This production utilizes fog / haze and a strobe light.
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CAST & BAND
HEDWIG..................................................... CLARK DESTIN JONES
YITZHAK ........................................... EMma rebecca maxfield
HEDWIG / yitzhak understudy.......................................... TBA
KEYS / "SKSZP"............................................................ FISCHER
DRUMS / "SCHLATKO" .............................................. SEAN CASE
BASS GUITAR / "JACEK"......................................... DAVID JAMES
GUITAR / "KRZYZHTOF"............................ JASON TYLER VAUGHN
Creative team & crew
DIRECTOR/ CHOREOGRAPHER..................... KELLY VAN OOSBREE
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER / MARKETING......................JULIA TOBEY
MUSIC DIRECTOR........................................................... FISCHER
lighting designer......................................... brett maughan
sound designer / audio engineer............... dan mcdonough
costume designer................................................ Jessie page
wig designer...................................................................... TBA
stage manager..................................................... lara maerz
associate producer / FOH MANAGER................jane simonds
SPECIAL THANKS TO 2024 CONTRIBUTORS
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / DRAMATURG........... KATELYN KENDRICK
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR............................. archer rosenkrantz
set designer............................................... brian mallgrave
wig designer...................................................... debbie spaur
stage manager......................................................sara sachs
dialect coach................................................ jeffrey parker
HEDWIG UNDERSTUDY / FOH asst............... TREVOR TARGOWSKI
MUSICAL NUMBERS
"TEAR ME DOWN"
"THE ORIGIN OF LOVE"
"SUGAR DADDY"
"ANGRY INCH"
"WIG IN A BOX"
"WICKED LITTLE TOWN"
"THE LONG GRIFT"
"HEDWIG'S LAMENT"
"EXQUISITE CORPSE"
"WICKED LITTLE TOWN" (REPRISE)
"MIDNIGHT RADIO"
Hedwig and the Angry Inch
will be performed without an intermission
A NOTE FROM DIRECTOR / CHOREOGRAPHER,
KELLY VAN OOSBREE
When we first brought Hedwig and the Angry Inch to the stage in the summer of 2024, we hoped it would spark conversation, connection, and celebration. What we didn't expect was the overwhelming response and the incredible personal stories shared with us about how this show resonated in the lives of those who joined us in that 2024 production at The Arch.
We knew we had to bring her back.
KVO DISCUSSES THE SCRIPT
WITH CLARK DESTIN JONES
This remount is not just a reprise; it’s a revival in every sense of the word. Hedwig’s story—a raw, electrifying exploration of identity, love, pain, and transformation—feels even more urgent now. In a time when legislation across the country increasingly threatens the rights and visibility of LGBTQ+ individuals, Hedwig stands defiant, glittering, and unbowed. Her voice is not just a cry for recognition, but a rallying call for authenticity in a world that often demands conformity.
What makes Hedwig endure is that she is, at her core, a survivor. And survival, especially for queer and trans communities today, is a form of resistance. Hedwig’s journey through fragmentation and self-discovery mirrors the ongoing fight for dignity, visibility, and joy in the face of adversity. By bringing Hedwig back to the stage, we hope to hold space for stories that are too often pushed to the margins—and to remind every audience member that there is strength in vulnerability, beauty in imperfection, and liberation in finding your own voice.
Thank you for coming back. Thank you for listening. And thank you for letting Hedwig, once again, take center stage.
HEDWIG CLARK DESTIN JONES
HE / THEY
Clark is so excited to be reprising the role of Hedwig after having the most impactful performance experience of his life working with Give 5 in 2024. You may have seen Clark in some of his recent Colorado credits such as Slim in Ring of Fire and The Balladeer in Assassins (Miner’s Alley Playhouse), Bert in Mary Poppins (Give 5 Productions / Parker Arts) and Ash in Reunion ’85 (Susan Draus / Parker Arts), Samuel in The Pirates of Penzance (Performance Now), and Rexy/Jason in The Legend of Georgia McBride (Vintage Theatre). You may have also seen him puppeteering with Jurassic World: The Exhibition or the Colorado Railroad Museum, or heck! even improvising with Hit and Run: Musical Improv at Rise Comedy. Outside of acting, Clark is a singer/songwriter and excited to be releasing his debut album later this year!
Follow along on Instagram and TikTok @clarkdestinjones
And remember- You Are Whole.
CAST
YITZHAK EMMA REBECCA MAXFIELD
SHE / THEY
We are SO BACK, BABY! Emma is honored to return to this critically acclaimed (and Henry Nominated) dream role - fresh off their summer 2024 run. Recent credits include: Lizzie - Lizzie (The Aurora Fox), Leading Player - Pippin (Phamaly), Reza - Once (THAC), Harlequin - Emperor of the Moon (Theatreworks), Betty - Pride of the Farm (The Catamounts), and Puck - A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Phamaly). Emma is an award winning actor (Henry Award, True West Awards) and critically acclaimed director (Fun Home - Vintage Theatre). She really loves her wife - Nic Moonfield. Emma performs and lives with Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome. Follow along @somecallme_em
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FISCHER KEYS / "SKSZP" HE / HIM
A true Colorado native, Fischer is a full time musician and teacher working at regional theaters, in educational theater, as well as serving as the associate conductor for The Colorado Choir. Recent music directing credits include The Music Man (Performance Now Theatre Company), All Shook Up (Littleton Town Hall), Working, A Musical (University of Colorado at Boulder), and Footloose and Escape to Margaritaville (Give 5 Productions).
“More effectively than most shows, the story of Hedwig is told through its music, requiring at the forefront a deep connection to and portrayal of reality rather than our typical jaunts into realms of musical fantasy.”
SEAN CASE DRUMS / "SCHLATKO" HE / HIM
Sean has been freelancing and playing musicals in the Denver-Metro area for eight years. He has performed in several local and national touring productions at many theaters including the Buell, Wolf, and Garner Galleria at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Recent productions include Beautiful (Arvada Center for the Performing Arts), Wizard of Oz (Ovation West Musical Theatre), Urinetown (Town Hall Arts Center), and Escape to Margaritaville (Give 5 Productions). When not busy playing music, Sean enjoys spending time with his cats Oswald and Tobias and fiancée Leslie.
DAVID JAMES BASS GUITAR / "JACEK"HE / HIM
David is a Denver-based multi-instrumentalist (electric bass, upright bass, guitar, and occasionally melodica) with over a decade of experience performing across the Colorado Front Range. Recent highlights include Blues in the Night (Aurora Fox), Working (University of Colorado Boulder), Tick, Tick… Boom!(Vintage Theatre), and Rent (University of Denver). He recently made his professional debut on guitar (and melodica) for The Lightning Thief (Littleton Town Hall Arts Center) and is excited to see where the theater world takes him next.
JASON TYLER VAUGHN GUITAR / "KRZYZHTOF"
HE / HIM
Jason is a Colorado Springs based guitarist, bassist, composer and arranger. He has worked up and down the I-25 corridor on a number of projects from Fort Collins, Denver and everywhere in between. He plays bass for the Irish rock band The McDeviants and is the founder of the band Bear Goes North. When not performing and composing, he dotes on his two sons, Elias and Asa and partners full stop with his beautiful wife Alannah. I love you and I like you. Jason is thankful to be a part of his 5th production of Hedwig and to work with Give 5 Productions again. This time in their new space. Keep lifting your hands!
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A Henry and TrueWest Award winner, Kelly is a seasoned director and choreographer who has made Colorado her home for the past twenty years. Some select recent directorial credits include Damn Yankees (Arvada Center), Fiddler on the Roof (Performance Now), Shakespeare's R&J (DU Dept of Theatre), Rock of Ages (Veritas/Parker Arts), Cabaret and The Bridges of Madison County (Platte Valley Theatre Arts) Footloose and Escape To Margaritaville (Give 5 Productions). Upcoming projects include Mary Poppins at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and South Pacific at Performance Now. Kelly believes that directing sets the stage for empowerment. "Let's break the fourth wall of stereotypes and deliver a performance that challenges, entertains and celebrates the fierce human spirit."
KELLY VAN OOSBREE
DIRECTOR / CHOREOGRAPHER
SHE / HERS
CREATIVE TEAM
JULIA TOBEY
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER / MARKETING DIRECTOR
SHE / HERS
Julia, a True West Award Winner, is the proud founder of Give 5 Productions - an award-winning theatrical production company based in Denver. Julia’s producing and directing credits include Footloose (earned 9 Henry Award nominations) Mary Poppins and Escape to Margaritaville at Parker Arts, Murder for Two at Parker Arts' Schoolhouse (earned four OSCA Awards), Swingeroo, Sister, Swing! at Disney’s California Adventure; Swingin’ on the Sea with The Beverly Belles, aboard Disney Cruise Line; Swing into Christmas and Victory Swingtime with The Beverly Belles at various venues, cruise ships across the world, including opening for Meghan Trainor, Seth MacFarlane, Katharine McPhee; Sounds of the Street on Ellis Island in New York, NY; Black Iris Cirque at Parker Arts, Pop-up Speakeasy The Cottonwood Club in Denver, CO; Black Iris Collective at various venues across the U.S.; The Mistletones at Macy’s Herald Square Tree Lighting, New York, NY; Santa’s Naughty List at The Schoolhouse Theatre, Parker, CO; corporate event bands Rockslide and Rocky Mtn. Bluegrass; and ICONS Drag and Live Music Benefit Show at Hamburger Mary’s.
Regarding Hedwig...
"We are proud to bring back this iconic story and celebrate and elevate queer storytelling. Each day that passes in 2025, this story becomes more and more relevant and critical to share. Congrats to this incredible, award-winning company!"
Julia has also appeared onstage for the past twenty eight years. She is appearing as the Proprietor in Assassins August - September at Miner's Alley Performing Arts Center. Previously as 'Vicki' in Fully Monty and ‘Betty’ in both The Great American Trailer Park Musical and the Christmas version at Miner’s Alley Playhouse. Some favorite off-Broadway, TV and regional theatre credits include: Twelfth Night (Olivia), original cast Mod Rock the Musical (Gillian), ABC pilot St. Francis (Kandi), Hairspray (Velma) - Henry Award nomination. Julia completed five principal performing contracts with Disney internationally, including the original cast of Villains Tonight! (Cruella DeVil).
A true Colorado native, Fischer is a full time musician and teacher working at regional theaters, in educational theater, as well as
serving as the associate conductor for The Colorado Choir. Recent music directing credits include The Music Man (Performance Now Theatre Company), All Shook Up (Littleton Town Hall), Working, A Musical (University of Colorado at Boulder), and Footloose and Escape to Margaritaville (Give 5 Productions).
“More effectively than most shows, the story of Hedwig is told through its music, requiring at the forefront a deep connection to and portrayal of reality rather than our typical jaunts into realms of musical fantasy.”
FISCHER
MUSIC DIRECTOR
HE / HIM
LARA MAERZ
STAGE MANAGER
SHE / HER
Lara is thrilled to join the Hedwig team! Previous Give 5 Productions credits include Escape to Margaritaville and Footloose with Parker Arts. Most recently, Lara stage managed the world premiere of Regina Taylor’s Exhibit at Curious Theatre. Lara works all over the country as a freelance stage and production manager and is the resident production manager for The Catamounts in Boulder. Thank you for supporting live theatre and queer stories!
JESSIE PAGE
COSTUME DESIGNER
SHE / HER
Jessie is excited to be working with Give 5 Productions again after previously costume designing Escape to Margaritaville in summer of 2023. Other favorite design credits include: Legally Blonde the Musical, Addam’s Family, Little Shop of Horrors, Sound of Music, and The Wizard of Oz (Henry nomination) with Sasquatch Productions; Clue the Musical with Inspire; and I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change, Urinetown the Musical, Prom, and On Your Feet with Town Hall Arts Center. When she’s not designing, Jessie is the Wardrobe Supervisor at the Arvada Center, and has also been a dresser at Lone Tree Arts Center and the Denver Center. Special thanks to Kelly and Julia for the trust, and to JC, KP and the rest of her sweet family for the help and support!
DAN MCDONOUGH
SOUND DESIGNER / ENGINEER
HE / HIM
As the son of two college music educators, Dan has been around music, audio engineering, production and design since a young age. A Virginia native, he now runs Sonic Flow Audio LLC which provides full event production to the Front Range with audio, lighting and staging. Sonic Flow also serves as a base for the full service recording studio, of which has been a life long project. He is currently enrolled in a two year mixing and mastering mentorship program to enhance those studies. He will graduate in 2025. Dan also owns Yellow Jack Lumber LLC, a custom furniture and woodworking suite that started as a response to Covid and loss of nearly a year of production and event work. Now both companies live in harmony with each other and are ever expanding. Dan was a full time touring musician in an indie rock band called Mammoth Indigo for 8 years before moving to Colorado and welcomes music of all kinds into his life from rock bands to symphonic orchestras and choirs; and anything in between.
BRETT MAUGHAN
LIGHTING DESIGNER
HE / HIM
Brett is a freelance lighting designer. This is his second design for Give 5 Productions after last year’s Escape to Margaritaville. He was the Resident Lighting Designer for BDT Stage, where he lit Something Rotten, Footloose, Peter & the Starcatcher, and Mary Poppins (2015 Henry Award), to name a few, and frequently designs for the Aurora Fox, Performance Now, Candlelight Dinner Playhouse, Platte Valley Players, and Town Hall Arts Center. Favorite designs: Rock of Ages (BDT), Caroline or Change and Hedwig & the Angry Inch (Aurora Fox), American Idiot (Town Hall) and Drowsy Chaperone (Performance Now - 2022 Henry Award).
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Broadway Musical. John’s film adaptation of Hedwig and the Angry Inch received directing and acting awards at festivals such as Sundance (Audience Award, Best Director), Berlin, Deauville, Seattle International, San Francisco International, and San Francisco’s Lesbian & Gay. The film was also honored by the National Board of Review, The L.A. Film Critics Association, “Premiere Magazine” and the Golden Globes (Nomination: Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy). He has received a Drama Desk Award Nomination for his role of Dickon in the Broadway production of The Secret Garden. Off-Broadway, Mitchell received an Obie Award and a Drama Desk Award Nomination for his role of Larry Kramer in The Destiny of Me. In Lincoln Center’s Hello Again, Mitchell received a Drama Desk Nomination. He also appeared in the original Broadway production of Six Degrees of Separation and as Huck Finn in the Broadway production of Big River. Mitchell adapted and directed Tennessee Williams’ Kingdom of Earth for New York’s Drama Dept. Theatre Company, of which he is a founding member.
JOHN CAMERON MITCHELL TEXT WRITER
John Cameron Mitchell’s Hedwig and the Angry Inch, written with Stephen Trask, made its debut on the stage of Squeezebox, a New York City rock ‘n’ roll drag bar. The show then premiered Off-Broadway, receiving rave reviews. He was awarded an Obie Award, a “New York Magazine” Award, a Drama League Award and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Off-
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STEPHEN TRASK MUSIC & LYRICS
Stephen Trask is the author of the music and lyrics for Hedwig and the Angry Inch, as well as the Music Director for the show. He was the original leader of the notorious Squeeze Box house band. During his time there as Music Director he performed with Debbie Harry, Lene Lovitch, Hole, Green Day, Joey Ramone, as well as New York’s most popular drag queens. For five years Stephen
performed with his band, Cheater, who originated the role of “The Angry Inch” Off-Broadway and performed on the original cast recording. From 1993-1998, Stephen danced with and accompanied The Corner Store Dance Company. He has scored numerous dance pieces and movies. During Hedwig’s reign at the Jane Street Theatre, Stephen received an Obie Award, the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Off-Broadway Musical, a 1998 “New York Magazine” Award, Drama Desk nominations for Outstanding Music, Outstanding Lyrics, and Outstanding New Musical, a Grammy Award® Nomination for Best Cast Album, and two GLAMA Awards: Best Cast Album and Best Score for Film or Stage. He was the producer for the album for the rock band Nancy Boy, as well as the score and soundtrack album for the film version of Hedwig and the Angry Inch. He also composed the music for the New York Theatre Workshop production of Cavedweller, adapted from Dorothy Allison’s novel and works regularly in the film world supplying the original score for Camp, The Station Agent, and The West Memphis Three.
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