Journey to the magical realms of Middle-earth as J.R.R. Tolkien’s trilogy of books are brought to the stage in a US premiere musical. As the Hobbits celebrate Bilbo Baggins’ eleventy-first birthday in the Shire, he gifts his nephew Frodo his most precious belonging—a gold ring. This fateful moment launches Frodo on a legendary and perilous quest across Middle-earth to the darkest realms of Mordor, to vanquish evil with his loyal Fellowship. This theatrical event celebrates the magical world of Middle-earth, making for an unforgettable experience for longtime fans and newcomers alike. Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s US premiere production will transfer this fall to The Civic Theatre in Auckland, New Zealand, beginning November 5.

CAST
Scott Aiello (Duke of Salisbury/Williams/Nym), DONTÉ BONNER (Donté Bonner/Duke of Exeter), Ronald Conner (Bardolph/Duke of Orleans), Rachel Crowl (Fluellen/Grey), Alejandra Escalante (Dauphin of France/Bishop of Ely/Nell), Elijah Jones (King Henry V), Sean Fortunato (King of France/Erpingham/Duke of York), Kate Fry (Duke of Westmoreland/Monsieur le Fer/Alice), Courtney Rikki Green (Katherine, Princess of France/Lad), Gregory Linington
(Archbishop of Canterbury/Bates/Governor of Harfleur), Jaylon Muchison (Mountjoy/Scroop), Adam Poss (Constable of France/Cambridge), Demetrios Troy (Pistol/Duke of Burgundy), Kevin Aoussou (Understudy), Emma Jo Boyden (Understudy), Keenan Odenkirk (Understudy), Faiz Siddique (Understudy)

CREATIVE TEAM
Edward Hall (Director), Michael Pavelka (Scenic and Costume Designer),  Jonathan Trenchard (Musical Director, Arranger, and Composer), Marcus Doshi (Lighting Designer), Emily Hayman (Sound Designer), Scott Aiello (Voice and Dialect Coach) Sola Thompson (Assistant Director), Daphne Manuela Agosin Orellana (Assistant Lighting Designer),  Forrest Gregor (Assistant Sound Designer),  Philippa Lawford (Directing Apprentice), Bob Mason (Casting),  Jinni Pike (Production Stage Manager), Danny Fender (Assistant Stage Manager), Caroline Uy (Production Assistant),