Pictured from left to right_ Jared Shiver (Firmin), Gavin Haynes (André), LeAnna Fleming (Meg), LaRue
Bowman, (Phantom), Madison Baldwin (Christine), David Wooten (Raoul), Noya Levy (Madam Giry), and
Macon Prickett (Piangi)
the-top and outrageous nature, “I’ve been
dreaming of playing Piangi for years and
can’t believe I finally have this opportu-
nity.” The role is also offering Prickett new
opportunities to explore his voice, “I’ve
had years of classical training, but this role
is one of the most vocally challenging I
have ever had to learn.”
“The level of talent is exceptional
across the board.”
- Nathan Wight, Director
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Prickett notes how the storyline focuses
on the love triangle among Christine, the
Phantom, and Raoul, but says “I also love
how the show expresses how powerful
music can be.” He continues saying, “Music
can inspire and entertain us, but also bring
us together and unite us.”
David Wooten, playing the role of Raoul,
says this is the first serious character he
has ever played. “I thoroughly enjoy the
challenge,” says Wooten. “I never expected
this character to have so much depth
behind him.” Wooten, a vocal music edu-
cation major, comments on the passion
June 2017
INSIGHT