“SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical” Premieres At Hippodrome Feb. 15

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Summer is coming to Baltimore this winter with SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical,” making its premiere at the Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center February 15-20 for eight performances. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com.

She was a girl from Boston with a voice from heaven, who shot through the stars from gospel choir to dance-floor diva. But what the world didn't know was how Donna Summer risked it all to break through barriers, becoming the icon of an era and the inspiration for every music diva who followed. With a score featuring more than 20 of Summer's classic hits including "Love to Love You Baby," "Bad Girls" and "Hot Stuff," this electric experience is a moving tribute to the voice of a generation.

The three actresses who share the role of musical icon Donna Summer are Brittny Smith as “Diva Donna," Charis Gullage as "Disco Donna" and Amahri Edwards-Jones as "Duckling Donna."

The cast of SUMMER” also includes Porter Lee Anderson III as Andrew Gaines, John Guaragna as Bruce Sudano, and Christopher Lewis as Neil Bogart. The ensemble is comprised of Robert Peter Ayala, Layla Brent-Tompkins, Sy Chounchaisit, Mia Davidson, Kayleigh Hegarty, Ciara Jones, Lily Kren, Marisel Lopez, Francisco Risso, Lathan Roberts, Nissi Shalome, David Tanciar, Meridien Terrell, Emilee Theno, Stephen Vaught, Lamont Whitaker and Aubrey Young.

“SUMMER” features a book by Tony Award nominee Colman Domingo, Robert Cary and Tony Award winner Des McAnuff, with songs by Donna Summer, Giorgio Moroder, Paul Jabara and others. This new touring production is directed by Lauren Sobon and choreographed by Natalie Caruncho, based on the original direction by Tony Award winner Des McAnuff and original choreography by Tony Award winner Sergio Trujillo. The associate choreographer is Angelica Beliard.

Musical supervision is by JP Meyer and the music director is Erika Gamez. Tour scenic design is by Robert Andrew Kovach, based on the original scenic design by Tony Award nominee Robert Brill. Costumes are by Tony Award winner Paul Tazewell, lighting is by Russell Thompson, sound is by David Temby and projections are by Chris McCleary. This tour is produced by APEX Touring.

Tickets for Baltimore’s 2022 performances can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com. Groups of 10 or more should contact baltimoregroups@broadwayacrossamerica.com.

For the most up-to-date information on health and safety protocols at the Hippodrome Theatre, visit www.baltimorehippodrome.com/health.

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