By BAM
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July 18, 2024/Brooklyn, NY—BAM (The Brooklyn Academy of Music) announces the full company for Safety Not Guaranteed, directed by Lee Sunday Evans at the BAM Harvey Theater beginning September 17 through October 20, 2024.
Nkeki Obi-Melekwe and Taylor Trensch lead the cast as Darius and Kenneth, respectively. They are joined by Pomme Koch as Jeff, Rohan Kymal as Arnau, Ashley Pérez Flanagan as Liz, and John-Michael Lyles as Tristan.
Adapted for the stage, this new musical reimagines Derek Connolly’s 2012 award-winning indie film featuring new songs by Guster’s Ryan Miller. The story follows Darius, a low-level journalist who is assigned to report on a local classified ad offering the opportunity to go back in time, and the complicated relationship that ensues. From Obie Award-winning theater director Lee Sunday Evans (Home, Farmhouse/Whorehouse) comes a unique live interpretation of the beloved indie movie, adapted for the stage by Nick Blaemire (Glory Days, Space Dogs).
“Building on our intention to contribute to the vitality of the American theater through investment in new work, we’re honored to welcome such a talented creative team and cast to BAM’s uniquely beautiful Harvey Theater,” says BAM Artistic Director, Amy Cassello.
“I’ve been a fan of the film for years and always thought it could work as a musical, but the way it’s come together has been a series of serendipitous moments you can’t plan. Chance meetings with Ryan Miller and Peter Saraf and a lunch with Lee Sunday Evans sparked fast friendships and playful collaborations. And this wonderful cast and band have elevated the show beyond my wildest dreams. They’re all at the top of their game, and to be performing in the BAM Harvey, my favorite theater in the world, is a dream come true. I can’t wait to show New York what we’ve made,” says writer Nick Blaemire.
Safety Not Guaranteed features set design by the award-winning Krit Robinson, costume design is by the award-winning Sarita Fellows, lighting design by Obie award winner Reza Behjat, and sound design by multi-Tony nominee Drew Levy. Assistant direction is by Isabel Perry, casting is by Taylor Williams, CSA, Steve Cuffio is the illusionist, and fight direction is by Drew Leary.
Safety Not Guaranteed is stage managed by Alyssa K. “AK” Howard and assistant stage managed by Alfredo Macias.
Tickets are available at BAM.org or by calling BAM Ticket Services 718.636.4100. Tickets start at $35.
