Synopsis
The heartwarming musical of Jenna, a small-town waitress with a talent for baking pies. Trapped in a loveless marriage, Jenna finds solace and strength in her pies and dreams of a better life. When she unexpectedly becomes pregnant, Jenna embarks on a journey of self-discovery, supported by her quirky coworkers and a new doctor in town. With a stirring score by Sara Bareilles, Waitress serves up a story of resilience, friendship, and the pursuit of happiness.
Content Guide: Waitress The Musical contains mature content, including strong language, domestic violence, and sexual situations. Rated PG13
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Cast
Caleb Aguilar
(Ensemble/Ogie US)
is ecstatic to return to the Broadway Palm stage! Recent credits: Max (The Sound of Music), Gomez (The Addams Family) and Bob Cratchit (A Christmas Carol). Select credits: Haul Out The Holly, The Spitfire Grill, Clue: The Musical, Joseph and the Amazing Dreamcoat, Rent, and TEXAS! Thanks to my family and friends for being a constant source of light.
Austin Anderson
(Dr. Pomatter)
is beyond grateful to be making his Broadway Palm debut! Austin was last seen in Jersey Boys (Norman Waxman, Barbara B Mann) and as Hank in Jersey Boys at Dutch Apple. Other stage credits: Tobias (Sweeney Todd), Roger (Grease), and Robbie Hart (The Wedding Singer). Thanks to: Amy and Brian for this opportunity; Mom, Dad, and Ally for their constant love and support; and my partner, Melissa, "you matter to me." Austin@iamaustinanderson
Joshua Bellamy
(Swing/Show Captain)
National/International Tour: The Wizard of Oz (Scarecrow). Select regional credits: The Prom (Kevin), Kinky Boots (Angel), Something Rotten, Disney’s Newsies (Specs), Cats (Mr. Mistoffelees), Beauty and the Beast, Rent, West Side Story, Peter Pan (Michael Darling). Others: American Music Theatre, Fulton, Sight & Sound Theatres, Ogunquit Playhouse and Norwegian Cruise Lines. Love and thanks to family, friends, and RayD8!
Andrew Bittenbender
(Earl)
is originally from Floyds Knobs, IN. Andrew is thrilled to be making his Broadway Palm debut! His previous credits include: Romeo (Romeo and Juliet), Willard Hewitt (Footloose), Robert Renfield (Dracula), and Ensemble (Sweeny Todd). Andrew would like to thanks his parents, Mike and Casey, for their undying support. Fun fact: his favorite pie is chocolate peanut butter. IG: @andrewjbittenbender
Paula Figueroa Caunedo
(Jenna)
is a proud Puerto Rican native living in New York City. She is thrilled to be returning to Broadway Palm! Credits include:The Sound of Music (Sister Sophia/Maria US), In The Heights (Nina) Company (Marta), Mamma Mia! (Sophie), and Into the Woods (Little Red). Paula is an AMDA NYC grad. Love to mami, papi, los abuelos, John and Luis. @paulafigueroacaunedo
Kali Clougherty
(Dawn)
is a New York City based actor/director/producer originally from South Florida. Her favorite credits include: Emma (The Prom), Little Red (Into the Woods), and Pinkalicious (Off-Broadway). Kali was recently seen performing in the original play Catholic School Girlz in New York City. She earned her BFA from Elon. Love and thanks to Mom, Dad, Liam, family, and PMA! www.kaliclougherty.com IG: @kali.clougherty
Ross Coughlin
(Ogie)
is elated to be making his Broadway Palm debut! He recently was in Jersey Boys (Joey, Frankie US, Barbara B. Mann). From the Adirondacks, now a New York City-based actor, singer and storyteller, Ross is a proud Wagner College alum. National Tour credits: Disney’s Winnie the Pooh, Baby Shark’s Big Broadwave Tour! Regional credits include: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Big River, and Jersey Boys. @rosscoughlin
Frank Hughes
Frank Hughes
(Gus/Bustopher Jones/Rumpus) was last seen as Lazar Wolfe in Fiddler. Favorite Broadway Palm
roles include: Cal (Waitress), Poirot (Murder…Orient Express), Chef Louis (Little Mermaid), Cogsworth (Beauty and the Beast) among many others. Other favorites: Valjean (Les Mis), Pirelli (Sweeney Todd), Dave (Full Monty) Love to his family, extra love to Shannon. For my Mom. @balhursttenor
Marc Lubbers
(Joe)
is thrilled to be making his Broadway Palm debut! Other theatre: Cabaret, Fiddler on the Roof, A Funny Thing...Forum, Hairspray, Inherit the Wind, An Enemy of the People, Antigone. Marc appeared on NBC, A&E History Channel, Investigation Discovery, and national/regional commericals. Thanks to Kathy, Anthony, Alex, and the cast and crew! www.MarcLubbersActor.com
Megan Opalinski
(Nurse Norma/Ensemble)
was last seen here as Genie Klein in Beautiful, and Daphne in Perfect Wedding in the Off Broadway Palm. Select favorites: Sister Act (National/International Tours), Come From Away (Regional Premiere), The Music Man, Kinky Boots, The Drowsy Chaperone, Mamma Mia!, The Full Monty, The Sound of Music, Cinderella, Menopause, Steel Magnolias, Savannah Sipping Society, Beauty and the Beast, Thanks to my ever-supportive family and friends. Namaste.
Danielle Poznanovic
(Ensemble/Jenna US)
is thrilled to return to Broadway Palm! A proud Canadian, favorite roles include: Beautiful (Carole King alternate), Murder on the Orient Express (Mrs. Hubbard), Little Women (Jo March), Hunchback of Notre Dame (Florika), and The Who’s Tommy (Mrs. Walker). Love and thank you to Mom, Dad and Jeremy. For Mom, who taught me how to bake and live boldly and joyfully! @daniellepoznanovic
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Rachel Lou Redding
Rachel Lou Redding
(Rumpleteazer) is ecstatic to be back at Broadway Palm to purr-form in her dream show! Rachel is an NYC-based performer originally from Ohio. Regional credits: Annie (Lily St Regis), Tootsie, Swing!, Waitress, Jersey Boys (Lorraine), and The Rocky Horror Show (Columbia). “Endless love to my family!”
@rachellouredding
Valentina Rodriguez
(Ensemble/Becky US)
is thrilled to be joining Waitress! Valentina is a University at Buffalo Honors College grad, BFA Music Theatre/Education minor. She trained at Broadway Artists Alliance and the Rockland Conservatory of Music. Recent credits include: Renascence, Cinderella, Bright Star, and 9 to 5. A huge thank you to my family for always being in my corner. www.valentinairodriguez.com IG: valentinairodriguez
Erica Seelig
(Ensemble) is thrilled to make her way back to the Broadway Palm stage this holiday season! Previous Broadway Palm credits include, Waitress, A Christmas Carol, The Addams Family, and Beauty and the Beast. She wants to thank everyone for coming and hopes you enjoy the show! Much love to her boyfriend, Caleb<3
Robert Tait
(Ensemble/Dr. Pomatter US)
Robert was born and raised in Bradenton, FL. but now spends most of his time in Denver, CO. He received his Bachelors in Music from USF School of Music. Recent credits include: Frankie Coffeecake (A Bronx Tale), Jamie (The Last 5 Years), Vince Fontaine (Grease), Swing (Jersey Boys) and too many cruise ships. A big thank you to family and Krista! IG: @actualbankrobert
Jasmine Lacy Young
(Becky)
is ecstatic to return to Broadway Palm. A Kentucky native and New York City local, her select credits include: Mary Poppins, 8-Track: The Sounds of the '70s, Once Upon a Mattress, Legally Blonde, and Passing Strange. Jasmine dedicates her performances and her life to her mom. "Mom, home is wherever we are." IG: @jasminelacyyoung
