The upcoming musical Little Piece of You – An Atypical Musical has revealed further casting details for its European debut.
Scheduled for two staged concert performances at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane on October 31 and November 1, 2024, the musical is written by 17-year-old Kjersti Long. Long will also take on the lead role of Sidney Hill in the production, which follows the story of Shannon and Britt, a brave mother-daughter duo confronting hidden family challenges.
Joining Long in the cast will be Mica Paris, known for her role in Fame, who will play Shannon. David Bedella, seen in & Juliet, will portray Ethan, and Dujonna Gift from Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) will play Britt.
Long began composing music for Little Piece of You at the age of 14. She has already gained recognition in the U.S., headlining at iconic venues like New York City’s Bitter End and the Apollo Theatre in Harlem. Her songs, including “Burn It Down” from the musical, have garnered significant attention on YouTube. She has also collaborated with stage and screen icon Vanessa Williams on Williams’ single “Legs (Keep Dancing).”
The show features a book by Melissa Leilani Larson, with music and lyrics by Long and Jeremy Long, and additional lyrics by Chantry Johnson, Michelle Zarlenga, Wendy Parr, Paul Moak, and Hunter Wolfe.
The production is co-directed by Jennifer Tang and Joshua Long, with Shelby Noelle Gist as associate director. Katy Richardson serves as musical supervisor, and Lauren Hopkinson as musical director. The creative team includes Justin Williams as set designer, Tim Oliver as lighting designer, Tom Marshall as sound designer, and Elin Steele handling costume design.
Zach Hansen is responsible for orchestrations and arrangements, with music provided by the London Musical Theatre Orchestra. Jess Williams and Jonnie Riordan are co-choreographers. Brad Shelton serves as set design consultant for the U.S., and Janine Sobeck Knighton is the dramaturg. Pearson Casting oversees casting, while the stage management team includes Rachael Downey (CSM), Sorcha Doherty (DSM), and Sammie Richards (ASM). Pete Kramer serves as production manager.
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