A new Jane Eyre Musical opens in California

A new musical adaptation of Jane Eyre opens today in Redlands, California. It is written by Jana Smith (who is also the author of the musical score with Brad Roseborough) and Wayne R. Scott.

Jane Eyre
LifeHouse Theatre
May 10 - June 8, 2008

Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Fridays, 2:15 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays and 2:15 p.m. Sundays, with one Thursday evening performance at 7:30 on June 5. The June 7 performances feature interpretation for the hearing impaired.

Jane Eyre is directed by Debby Race with the musical score for the production by Jana Smith and Brad Roseborough. Dustin Ceithamer serves as choreographer. Set design is by Tim Mahoney.

Written by Jana Smith along with LifeHouse founder and president Wayne R. Scott, this family musical explores the intriguing world of Bronte’s most famous novel. Astounding secrets unravel in this tale of a lonely orphan who must overcome strange and sinister circumstances. At once passionate, romantic and mysterious, Jane Eyre’s journey from oppression to triumph offers an uplifting stage adventure.

“All of us at LifeHouse are excited to be exploring new literary territory with Bronte’s unusual story of twists and turns,” comments Scott. “This latest of our original musicals promises to hold our guests spellbound as secrets unravel and true love triumphs.”

The cast of LifeHouse storytellers includes 22 veteran Inland Empire actors and actresses. The musical features the award-winning talents of Jennifer M. DeWitt as Jane Eyre and Tedd Smith as Rochester. Also featured are Michelle Nelson as Young Jane Eyre, Jeremy Yeo as St. John, Gabriel Arroyo as Brocklehurst, Chris Flores as Mr. Mason, Nicole Prusa as Grace Poole, Shaina Knox as Helen, Ruth Ann Thomas as Mrs. Fairfax and JulieAnn Thomazin as Blanche Ingram. (Inland Theatre League)

Categories: Jane Eyre, Music, Theatre