Directed by
D.J. Eyamie
Music Direction by
Ruth Kwan
Choreography by
Deborah Quaicoe
February 28 - March 9, 2025
Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe
Words & Music by
Gerry Goffin & Carole King
Barry Mann & Cynthia Weil
Book by Douglas McGrath
ABOUT THE SHOW
Beautiful tells the true story of Carole King’s meteoric rise to fame as one of the twentieth century’s foremost singer-songwriters. We are introduced to Carole when she is 16 and pitching her first song (“It Might As Well Rain Until September”) to New York music producer Don Kirshner. Soon after, she meets her future husband and creative collaborator, Gerry Goffin. In a musical whirlwind, the couple are married, King gives birth to their first child and the duo make a name for themselves in the music business, knocking out hit after hit. However, while their careers are on the rise, Carole’s personal life falls apart when Gerry announces that he wants an affair. As Carole tries to negotiate marriage, adultery and personal happiness, she is supported by friends and playful rivals, Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann. Although they all compete for number one hits on the pop chart, Carole relies on their support to change her life and find her own voice. Set in the vibrant pop industry of the 1960s and early 1970s, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical features a tapestry of musical hits from the creative songwriting teams of King and Goffin, Weil and Mann.
Performances: Tuesday through Saturday (7:30 p.m.) and Sunday matinees (2 p.m.)
Running time: 2 hours and 20 minutes including one 20 minute intermission (approx.)
Co-Set Designers: Steve Jones and Maggie Walters
Scenic Artist: Jessica Mayenburg
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Lighting Designer: Don Douglas
Sound Designer: Jonah Molinski
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PRODUCTION TEAM
Production Manager: Debbie Miller-Smith
Stage Manager: Laura Walker
Production Assistant: VACANT - APPLY TODAY
Assistant Stage Manager: Marie Hélène Brière
Rehearsal Accompanist: VACANT - APPLY TODAY
Costume Production Manager: VACANT - APPLY TODAY
Costume Cutter: VACANT - APPLY TODAY
Wardrobe Supervisor: VACANT - APPLY TODAY
Technical Director & Master Carpenter: Kevin Gehrels
Wireless Mic Specialist: VACANT - APPLY TODAY
Social Convenor: Rebecca Wemyss and Kent Van Dyk