THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE
By Matthew Lopez
Produced by Arts Club Theatre Company
At the Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage
April 20 - May 21, 2023
Directed by Jamie King
Creative Team:
Joe Tuliao Choreographer
Brian Ball Set Designer
Jessica Oostergo Costume Designer
Sophie Tang Lighting Designer
Nancy Tam Sound Designer
Robert Kaiser Drag Consultant
Pamela Jakobs Stage Manager
Peter Jotkus Assistant Stage Manager
April Starr Land Assistant Stage Manager
Featuring:
Casey Jacob Woike
Miss Tracy Mills Ron Kennell
Jo Monice Peters
Rexy/Jason Karthik Kadam
Eddie Greg Armstrong-Morris
THE STORY:
AN ELVIS IMPERSONATOR EMBRACES A NEW WAY OF LIFE
A banquet of fabulous outfits, fierce performances, and epic drag anthems awaits you at The Legend of Georgia McBride. Meet Casey, a young, down-on-his-luck Elvis impersonator swiveling his hips at a Florida dive bar. When the owner replaces his act with a B-level drag show, Casey decides it’s time to hang up his spangled jumpsuit for good. But then a queen drops out at the last minute, leaving him no choice but to step into her stilettos.
The BUZZ:
“Under the direction of Jamie King, the story flows wonderfully… The spectacular finale number may leave you humming and dancing out of the Stanley. But the show will also remind you of the importance and relevance of the story amid continued backlash against the queer community.” - Vince Kanasoot, Stir Vancouver
“Overall though, The Legend of Georgia McBride is a good ride. It’s also kind of a love fest, which is heartwarming — and helpful — in this era of increasing anti-drag hatred.” - Colin Tomas, Blog
PREVIEW: From Elvis impersonator to lip-synching drag queen: The Legend of Georgia McBride comes to Vancouver - Gail Johnson, Stir Vancouver
PREVIEW: From Elvis to RuPaul, The Legend of Georgia McBride weaves a tale of transgressive performances - Shawn Conner, Vancouver Sun
Production Photos:
Promotional images of Jacob Woike: photo by Pink Money Studios for the Arts Club Theatre Company, The Legend of Georgia McBride, 2023