March 30-May 6, 2018
​Fallon House Theatre

Book by COLIN ESCOTT and FLOYD MUTRUX
Original Concept and Direction by FLOYD MUTRUX
Inspired by ELVIS PRESLEY, JOHNNY CASH, JERRY LEE LEWIS, and CARL PERKINS

Directed by MICHAEL RAY WISELY
Music Directed by MARK SEIVER

The Tony Award winning musical is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary December night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations that is both poignant and funny. The cast of actor/musicians playing will rock out live onstage with hits like "Blue Suede Shoes," "Fever," "Walk the Line," "Sixteen Tons," "Who Do You Love?," "Great Balls of Fire," "Folsom Prison Blues," "Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On," "Hound Dog," and more! (Rated G)

This production is generously sponsored by DSN Outdoor

SNEAK PEEK

PRODUCTION PHOTOS

IN THE NEWS

Theatre Review: "Quartet scorches with rock ’n’ roll fire"

Theatre Review: "Million Dollar Quartet is spectacularly entertaining"

Preview: ​"​Love Elvis, Jerry Lee, Man in Black? Go to Sonora to see how they got their start"

CAST & CREATIVE

JOE BOOVER* as Elvis Presley
SEAN RILEY* as Carl Perkins
BENJAMIN VAN DIEPEN* as Jerry Lee Lewis
STEPHEN HARDY as Johnny Cash
HANNAH ZILBER as Dyanne
JEFF JEFFERS as Sam Phillips
CHRIS CERRETO as Fluke/Drummer
CHRIS MCGRAW as Brother Jay/Bassist

Director MICHAEL RAY WISELY
Musical Director MARK SEIVER
Scenic Designer BRIAN DUDKIEWICZ
Costume Designer DIANA NEWINGTON
Lighting Designer MIKE SALI
Properties Designer MATT SWEETLAND
Stage Manager MAGGIE BRAUN*

*Member, Actors’ Equity Association

WHO'S WHO IN MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

​JOE BOOVER* (Elvis Presley) is an Actor/Singer/Songwriter who will be reprising the role of Elvis Presley for his 6th time. Joe has been performing in New York, regionally and internationally for several years, He is currently writing and developing a new musical comedy titled The Doormen. Joe would like to dedicate this performance to all the wonderful people here who show up to support live arts and especially to those special few who found the time to travel across the states to be a part of his journey here tonight. Much love to his wonderful family and to his deeply meaningful New York family, Richard, Anne-Marie, Wesley, Trevor, Nyna, Steffie and Misha.

​STEPHEN HARDY (Johnny Cash) was raised in Brighton, TN and currently resides in upstate South Carolina, where he performs as a solo musician. He is making his Sierra Repertory Theater debut in his seventh production of Million Dollar Quartet. He played the role of Johnny Cash at Playhouse on the Square in Memphis, TN, Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theater in Wytheville, VA, and Arts Center of Cannon County in Woodbury, TN, and Legacy Theatre in Tyrone, GA. He also understudied the roles of Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, and Johnny Cash at La Comedia Dinner Theater in Springboro, OH and Carl Perkins at Riverside Dinner Theater in Fredericksburg, VA. In October 2017, Stephen performed in the Johnny Cash Heritage Festival in Johnny Cash's hometown of Dyess, AR. 

CHRIS MCGRAW (Brother Jay) is a Virginia based singer and multi-instrumentalist and is excited to make his West Coast debut in MDQ. Previous credits include, playing Joe in The Buddy Holly Story at Riverside Dinner Theater in Fredericksburg VA, as well as several shows at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

BEN VAN DIEPEN* (Jerry Lee Lewis) is happy to join the Sierra Rep team for Million Dollar Quartet. Most recently Ben served as Production Vocalist for Hong Kong Disney, and played Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar with the lovely Garden Theatre in Orlando. National Tour: Jesus Christ Superstar (Pilate), Broadway Across America: Million Dollar Quartet (Jerry Lee Lewis), Regional: Jesus Christ Superstar (Jesus), Rent (Mark), Next to Normal (Doctor), Tommy (Cpt. Walker), Romeo and Juliet (Tybalt). Musical Director/Pianist: The Last Five Years, Floyd Collins, Pacific Overtures, Once On This Island, 42nd St. Ben's wife Joann played Trix in The Drowsy Chaperone in 2015, so he already feels like part of the family and has big shoes to fill! Love you sweets!

HANNAH ZILBER (Dyanne) is so excited to return to SRT! She was recently seen at the Fallon House playing Betty Haynes in White Christmas. Hannah is a NYC based actress, ice cream connoisseur, and a (not so secret) Elvis superfan – so she could not be more thrilled to be a part of this incredible story, sing some of America’s favorite music… and just try to be slightly cooler than the guys. Other favorites include Hairspray (Velma Von Tussle), All Shook Up (Sandra), 9 to 5 (Doralee), Sister Act (Sister Mary Martin of Tours), How To Succeed…(Hedy LaRue), The Marvelous Wonderettes (Cindy Lou), Nice Work If You Can Get It (Eileen Evergreen), Spelling Bee (Rona Lisa Peretti). Thanks to Gregg Baker Management! Proud graduate of CCU, BFA MT 2014!
www.hannahzilber.com

CHRIS CERRETO (Fluke) is a graduate of James Madison University with a degree in Music Composition and a Minor in Music Industry. He has performed all around the world in theaters, amusement parks, and cruise ships. In addition to performing, he has won numerous awards for his compositions and has had his music performed by ensembles all around the world. This is his second time performing as Fluke in Million Dollar Quartet.

SEAN RILEY* (Carl Perkins) is elated to return to Sierra Rep with such a fun show! The last time we saw Sean was in 2012 with Ring of Fire. Sean is originally from Manhattan, Kansas. But, is now based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Sean received his B.F.A. in Music Theatre from Missouri Valley College. He also studied Improv at Upright Citizen's Brigade in NYC. His favorite roles include: Tommy in the National Tour of Buddy!: The Buddy Holly Story, Lonny in Rock of Ages, and Amos in Chicago. Sean would like to thank Mom, Dad, Gwen, and Scott for their support. Enjoy the show! Go Cat, Go! 

​JEFF JEFFERS (Sam Phillips) is excited to be making his SRT debut.  He has previously portrayed Sam Phillips at both the ZACH Theatre in Austin, Tx. and Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma. Other credits include The Great Society (R.F.K.) at ZACH; Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Beast) and Constellations (Roland) at The Public Theatre San Antonio; Evita (Perón), Into the Woods (Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince), Les Misérables (Thenardier), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Gaston), Oklahoma! (Ali Hakim), and It’s a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play (Freddie Filmore) at Fredericksburg Theater Company.  Jeff is a native Texan with post-graduate degrees from both Texas A&M and Stephen F. Austin.

*Member, Actors' Equity Association