Big Fish

BIG FISH

May 1-10, 2026 (Eight Performances)
WEEK ONE: Fri 7:30pm, Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:00pm, Mon 7:30pm (Industry Night)
WEEK TWO: Thu 7:30pm, Fri 7:30pm, Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:00pm

Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa
Book by John August
Based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and the Columbia Motion Picture written by John August

Directed by Amy Sander
Music Direction by Delano Mendoza-Holt
Choreography by Emmy Hadley

BIG FISH is a fantastical, heartwarming musical that follows the life of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman whose larger-than-life stories captivate everyone around him—especially his loving wife, Sandra. But their son, Will, about to become a father himself, is determined to uncover the truth behind his father’s epic tales. As Will embarks on a journey to understand the man behind the myth, BIG FISH explores the power of storytelling, family bonds, and the search for identity.

With its soaring score, unforgettable characters, and a blend of humor and heartfelt emotion, BIG FISH offers an extraordinary theatrical experience that celebrates the joy of life, the importance of family, and the beauty of the stories we tell. Perfect for all ages.

CAST

Edward - Jacob Leet
Will - Zac Nab
Sandra - Cara Hampton
Young Will - Luke Pyron
Josephine - Lauren Daugherty
Jenny Hill - Rachel Hendrickson
Karl - Noah Hart
Amos - Arthur Clifford
The Witch - Jessica Alcorn
Don Price - Clayton James Henriksen
Zacky Price - Miles Fritz
Alabama Lambs - Elizabeth Phillips & Nicole Brunetti
Mermaid - Maddie Shelton
Fisherman - Kenyon White
Dr. Bennett - Kipp Simmons
Women's Ensemble - Alannah Trigg, Elizabeth Phillips, Janel Scott, Karen Seaton, Maddie Shelton, Nicole Brunetti, Pancha Brown, Sydney VanDyke, Rachel Hendrickson
Men's Ensemble - Kenyon White, Kipp Simmons, Michael Kizzee, Jason Shipps, Noah Hart
Youth Ensemble - Emersyn Buckneberg, Hailey Kenyon, Kaydence Rowland, Olivia Kenyon, Ryann Symons, Thomas Henson
Witch Dancers - Kenyon White, Maddie Shelton, Sydney VanDyke, Ryann Symons
USO Tappers - Elizabeth Phillips, Kenyon White, Maddie Shelton, Olivia Kenyon, Pancha Brown, Ryann Symons, Sydney VanDyke, Noah Hart
Featured Dancers - Elizabeth Phillips, Kenyon White, Maddie Shelton, Nicole Brunetti, Pancha Brown, Ryann Symons, Sydney VanDyke
Understudies - Rachel Hendrickson (Sandra), Elizabeth Phillips (Jenny Hill), Kenyon White (Karl & Zacky), Kipp Simmons (Amos), Pancha Brown (Witch), Nicole Brunetti (Josephine), Michael Kizzee (Don), Sydney VanDyke (Alabama Lamb), Ryann Symons (Alabama Lamb)

Director Amy Sander
Music Director Delano Mendoza-Holt
Choreographer Emmy Hadley
Stage Manager Jo Pellow
Assistant Stage Manager Austyn Sander
Accompanist Barbara Jurgensmeier
Scenic Design & Construction Brett Hart & Amy Sander
Costumes Tiffini Hart & Stacey Hatton
Sound Design Sean Leistico
Light Design Rachael Honnold