how to dance
in ohio
featuring Imani Russell as Mel
via Syracuse Stage:
"How to Dance in Ohio is a heart-filled new musical based on the Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name that explores what it means to belong, the courage it takes to put yourself out in the world, and the universal need to connect. Set at a counseling center in Columbus, How to Dance in Ohio follows seven autistic young adults as they come of age and find their ways in the world.
The show opened on Broadway on December 10, 2023 and is now running at The Belasco Theatre.
production photos.
photos by Curtis Brown
photo by Curtis Brown L to R: Desmond Luis Edwards, Ashley Wool, Imani Russell, Liam Pearce, Madison Kopec, Conor Tague and Amelia Fei stand with in front of a lighted sign that reads "HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO"
photo by Curtis Brown L to R: Ashley Wool, Conor Tague, Amelia Fei, Liam Pearce, Imani Russell, Desmond Luis Edwards, and Madison Kopec stand facing the wings with either binders or red chairs
photo by Curtis Brown The cast stands or sits in the "Amigo Family Counseling" set L to R: Cristina Sastre, Conor Tague, Desmond Edwards, Amelia Fei, Caesar Samayoa, Madison Kopec, Imani Russell, Liam Pearce
photo by Curtis Brown L to R: Desmond Luis Edwards, Ashley Wool, Imani Russell, Liam Pearce, Madison Kopec, Conor Tague and Amelia Fei stand with in front of a lighted sign that reads "HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO"
show information.
BROADWAY TEAM
Based on Alexandra Shiva’s documentary film
Book & Lyrics by Rebekah Greer Melocik
Music by Jacob Yandura
Directed by Sammi Cannold
Choreographed by Mayte Natalio
Scenic Design by Robert Brill
Costume Design by Sarafina Bush
Lighting Design by Bradley King
Sound Design by Connor Wang
Music Direction by Lily Ling
Hair & Wig Design by Charles G. LaPointe
Casting by Whitley Theatricals
CO/LAB Director of Community Engagement by Rebecca Leifman
ASD Creative Consulting by Ava Xiao-Lin Rigelhaupt