A Transparent Musical
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May 23 – June 25, 2023
Trans and Nonbinary Characters
From the creators of the hit Amazon series comes a groundbreaking and timely new musical that’s delightfully queer, unapologetically Jewish, and radically joyful.
Welcome to the JCC! Get ready for a remarkable theatrical experience with A Transparent Musical–an innovative and irresistible new musical based on the hit Amazon Prime original TV show by Joey Soloway. Follow Ali Pfefferman, brought to life by Only Murders in the Building’s Adina Verson, as they navigate the ups and downs of self-discovery. Ali's Los Angeles Jewish family is filled with secrets, but when their parent, Maura, transitions to the transgender matriarch she always knew she was, the family is forced to confront their own identities and navigate their relationships with each other. Through a revelatory story of acceptance and self-expression, A Transparent Musical explores the intersection of Jewish and queer history while celebrating the imperfectly human aspects of a universally relatable family.
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more about the show, including what to expect during your visit, why A Transparent Musical is recommended for ages 13 and up, and whether you need to watch the TV series before you see the musical (spoiler alert: you don’t).
Accessibility
Our ACCESS program is committed to accessibility for all audiences. We offer a number of services to accommodate persons requiring mobility, vision, and hearing access.
One Saturday matinee for every mainstage Center Theatre Group production is designated as an ACCESS performance. These performances are designed for patrons who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, and/or have low vision. ACCESS performances at the Ahmanson Theatre, Mark Taper Forum, and Kirk Douglas Theatre all offer American Sign Language interpretation and Audio Description.
Creative Team
Book by MJ Kaufman, Joey Soloway
Music and Lyrics by Faith Soloway
Choreography by James Alsop
Directed by Tina Landau
Scenic Design by Adam Rigg
Costume Design By Toni-Leslie James
Lighting Design By Jen Schriever
Sound Design By Kai Harada
Projection Design By Yee Eun Nam
Hair / Wig Design By Matthew Armentrout
Orchestrations By John Clancy
Arrangements, Music Direction, and Conductor Julie McBride
Casting By The Telsey Company, and Patrick Goodwin, CSA and Charlie Hano, CSA
Additional Casting By Michael Donovan Casting, Michael Donovan, CSA and Richie Ferris, CSA
Production Stage Manager David S. Franklin
cast
Jimmy Ray Bennett
Daya Curley
Alanna Darby
Dahlya Glick
Emily Goglia
Ty-Gabriel Jones
Kasper
Liz Larsen
Peppermint
Samora la Perdida
Robert (Bobby) Pieranunzi
Zachary Prince
Jonathan Ritter
Justin Rivers
Futaba Shioda
Murphy Taylor Smith
Sarah Stiles
Pat Towne
Adina Verson
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News:
Scenic designer Adam Rigg details why a community center became the container in which this new musical takes place. How Does the Transparent Stage Musical Bring 1933 Berlin to a Jewish Community Center? -- PLAYBILL
See exclusive photos from the first rehearsal for the world premiere of the musical adapted from the Amazon Studios series. 'Lives Are Being Attacked, and People Are in Danger': Director Tina Landau on Why the World Needs a Transparent Stage Musical -- PLAYBILL
For 'RuPaul’s Drag Race' fans, their first taste of Peppermint’s comedic genius came from her stellar performance in season nine comedy challenge, The Roast of Michelle Visage. RuPaul’s Drag Race legend Peppermint on using comedy to combat bigotry and fighting for a seat at the table – PINK NEWS
CTG Blogs:
CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION Additional materials and resources related to 'A Transparent Musical'
A NEW STANDING ORDER The creatives of 'A Transparent Musical' on the process behind developing a new musical at the Taper and the power it can have.