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Mirandy and Brother Wind

Mirandy and Brother Wind

Based on the book by Patricia McKissack
Adapted by Michael J. Bobbitt and John L. Cornelius
Libretto by Michael J. Bobbitt
Music and Lyrics by John L. Cornelius

Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre
October 31 - November 16, 2014

Photos by David Watts.

Musical. In Ridgetop, South Carolina, 1906, Mirandy is determined to catch Brother Wind. It's the best bet to win the cake walk, but he eludes all the tricks that her friends advise. This adaptation of a popular children's book is a cultural celebration that is full of lively song and dance.

Cast

• Mirandy: Kwamea (Mea) Wilkerson
  
• Ezel: Noah Anderson (understudy Ricky Hall)
  
• Grandmama Beasley: Janice Laurore
  
• Ma Dear: Emelia (MeMe) Cowans
  
• Miss Poinsettia: Emelia (MeMe) Cowans
  
• Brother Wind: Keon Mitchell (understudy Noah Anderson)
  
• Mr. Jessup: Jaun Isler
  
• Orlinda: Maya Hamer
  
• Monroe: Isaiah McGuire
  
• Ensemble: Marcella Cox, Johnna Chance, Autumn Colbert, Ricky Hall, Blaise J.E. Mahungu
  

• Director: Linda O’Day Young
  
• Musical Director: Tim Smith
  
• Choreographer: LD Burris
  
• Scenic Designer: Joncie Sarratt
  
• Costume Designer: Jenny Mitchell
  
• Lighting Design: Stevan Dupor
  
• Sound Designer: John Maruca
  
• Props Designer: Anne Marie Crosmun
  
• Production Manager: Todd Aberts
  
• Stage Manager: Karyn Aberts