A Complicated Woman
May 10 - June 2, 2024
The Terris Theatre, Chester
John Kenley was a theatre impresario who brought Hollywood stars like Gene Kelly and Ann Miller to Ohio’s summer stock stages. But when summer ended, he wintered in Florida where John disappeared… and Jean came to life. A Complicated Woman is a new musical that features a Golden Age score and a gender-diverse cast. Join us for the intriguing story of a theatre legend who had to navigate the joy, pain and pitfalls of leading a double life.
Book by Ianne Fields Stewart
Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Brielle
Additional Lyrics by Sam Salmond
Scenic Design by Tobin Ost
Costume Design by Phuong Nguyen
Lighting Design by Rob Denton
Sound Design by Jay Hilton
Hair & Wig Design by Tommy Kurzman
Orchestrations by Jonathan Brielle & Nathan Dame
Music Direction by Debra Barsha
Directed & Choreographed by Jeff Calhoun
THEATRE
The Terris Theatre
33 North Main Street
Chester, Conn. 06412
Seating Chart
Wednesday Dinner Theatre Package
Enjoy a night filled with homemade Italian cooking & first-class theatre! A three-course dinner at Rustica Ristorante in Chester and a ticket to the 7:30pm performance - only $89. Call the Box Office to order.
$40 Under 40
$40 tickets are available to those under 40 years old for ALL Saturday evening performances! Call the Box Office to order.
Teacher Night Out
Fridays, May 17 & 24 at 8pm
Just $40 per person. Teachers get a discounted ticket and a free drink in a souvenir cup. Two tickets per valid teacher ID. Call to order.
Night OUT at the Theatre
Thursday, May 16 at 7:30pm
Mingle with members of organizations who support and provide resources to the LGBTQIA+ community, and stay after for a post-show talkback with members of the creative team.
Talkbacks
Participate in the process of creating a new musical. Join us for a post-show discussion with the creative team after the 3pm performance on Saturday, May 11 and the 7:30pm performances on Thursdays, May 16 & 23. FREE.
Open Caption Performance
Fri, May 31 at 8pm
Call the Box Office, or choose the designated pink seats when ordering online.
Student Tickets
Get $15 tickets for any available evening performance in advance by calling the Box Office. Valid student ID required. One ticket per ID.
Dinner Discounts
Reserve tickets for a Wednesday, Thursday, or Sunday evening performance and enjoy special dinner offers at local restaurants.
For more details on any of these offers or to purchase tickets, please contact the Box Office at 860.873.8668. All offers valid on select seats for new purchases only and subject to availability. Restrictions may apply. Not valid in combination with any other offer. Handling fees may apply.
A History of Gender Diversity Timeline: Expanded
Notes from the Creative Team
LGBTQIA+ Resources & Info
