Evelyn Smith Music Theatre
January 23rd at 7:30 pm
Evelyn Smith Music Theatre
January 23rd at 7:30 pm
PRESENTS
Director
JOSE ANTONIO GUEVARA
MICHELLE PÉREZ
Assistant Director
ADDYSEN ORTIZ
KYLEIGH PERALES
GISELLE SANCHEZ WILSON
Music Director
TAYLISSE BOISSONEAULT
Choreographer
ADDYSEN ORTIZ
KYLEIGH PERALES
Lighting Designer
DANI DEUTSCHMANN
Lighting Technician
EMMA POULTER
Master Electrician
GERALD WILLOW
Sound Designer
CHRISTIAN ROMAN
Box Office Manager
BRENDA KAISER
REBECCA MOSQUEDA
Coordinator Senior
CLAIRE DETTLOFF
Interim Artistic Director for Music Theatre
TOBY YATSO
"When You’re Home" from In the Heights
Giselle Sanchez Wilson & Jose Andres Uribe Garza
"La mi sola, Laureola..." by Fernando Obradors
Brissa Trondle
"Misty"
Aliyah Harris
"Por un amor"
Michelle Pérez
"I Was Here"
Arjun Paramore Jr.
"I Walk a Little Faster" by Cy Coleman
Jennifer Kao
"My Dream/Undo"
Jiajun Li
"Magnolias"
Addysen Ortiz
"I Am Changing" from Dreamgirls
Patricia Rose
The reason I picked this song is because it’s about a person rediscovering their love and passion for music. It took so long for me to realize what I truly wanted to with my life, but music has been there for me in my lowest moments and I hope to show how music can be healing and transformative through the gift God has given me. My current goal as a singer is to continue this path of music and see where my voice takes me.
"What Else Can I Do"
Madison Santiago
"I Hate The Bus"
Malena Wilson
"WHAT SHALL I DO"
Bao Ngan Au Duet ft. Arjun Paramore Jr.
"If This Is Love"
Daniel Gonzalez
A bolero
Jose Andres Uribe Garza
"Detour Ahead"
Jessy DeLara
"Feeling Good"
Jose Antonio Guevara
"Somewhere" from West Side Story
Kyleigh Perales
"Stay Gold"
Ensemble
arrangement by Matt Villar
BAO NGAN AU (she/her)- Vietnamese singer, actor, vocal coach, painter. Originally an interior architect, she was first known at The Voice Vietnam 2013, ranked in the top 3, and then ventured herself into professional show business. Over the past 10 years, Bao Ngan Au has participated in many major shows domestically and abroad. Her notable roles in Vietnam included Ngoc Minh in Thousand Pounds Beauty 2018, Dentist’s bride in The Perfect Wedding 2019, Rose Lennox in Secret Garden 2016, Eponine in Les Miserables 2017 , Sun Queen/ Ice Queen in Lucia and the Ice mountain 2018... Roles at ASU includes Grandma Ida (First Date 24'), Agent/ Ensembles (As you like it 25'), Fighting Prawn/ Grempkin/ Mack/ Sanchez (Peter & the Starcatcher 26'). Grateful for all the love and support from family, teachers and peers! Sending lots of love. IG: _audreybabe_
Jessy DeLara is honored to be a part of the ASU Color Cabaret. She is currently a first-year masters student, pursuing a degree in Voice Pedagogy and Performance. Special thanks to her family, friends, and faculty who continue to inspire her everyday.
Daniel Gonzalez is thrilled to be joining MTO’s 2026 Color Cabaret. Daniel is a junior theatre major with a concentration in acting with a minor in Film and Media Productions and another minor in Communications. He has performed at ASU’s Galvin Playhouse and other theaters across the west valley. His favorite shows have been Eva Luna and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Daniel has been acting and directing in short and feature films and is thrilled to be getting back on stage for ASU’s Color Cabaret. Special thanks to all of his friends, family, and mentors for their love and support.
Jose Antonio Guevara (he/him) believes that he could win both the hit CBS reality game shows Survivor and the Amazing Race (he might get third on Big Brother). Raised in Southern Arizona, he is a proud Latin American musician, singer, educator and a July Leo. He is excited to bring his voice into new spaces and share it with all types of audiences. He believes that theatre is meant for everbody and he looks forward to making an impact in the United States and across the world.
ALIYAH HARRIS
Aliyah Harris(She/Her) is beyond excited to craft beautiful music alongside her peers to remember this exciting time in her life. After obtaining her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Texas Lutheran University, she continues her studies as a part of ASU’s Graduate Opera Performance program. Her favorite roles include Shepherd from L’enfant et les sortileges, Percy Jackson from The Lightning Thief, and the Witch from Into the Woods. You can follow her journey as a growing performer and artist on her instagram! @_aliyahharris_
JENNIFER KAO
Jennifer Kao is deeply grateful to participate in the Color Cabaret for a second year. Jennifer is a junior in Sociology and Psychology with a minor in Music Theatre and has performed in various school and community productions, such as the student-led As You Like It in ASU MTO's previous season. She would like to thank the Color Cabaret production team and friends for their support and warmth.
Jiajun Li (he/him) is a second-year master’s student in Musical Theatre Performance. His recent credits include Harv in Curtains, Ensemble in MUTT, Featured Dancer in First Date, and Duke Senior in As You Like It. Before studying in the U.S., he performed extensively in China in productions such as Alice in Wonderland and The Merchant of Venice. Passionate about storytelling through music and movement, Jiajun continues to explore diverse roles that challenge him both as a performer and an artist.
Addysen Ortiz (she/her) is thrilled to be part of Color Cabaret. This is her second time performing in the ASU Color Cabaret, and she is especially grateful to help lead it this year. A sophomore majoring in Musical Theatre Performance with a minor in Business Entrepreneurship, Addysen feels deeply thankful to be at ASU and to contribute positively to the POC community. She finds joy in connecting with her peers, especially through performances like the color cabaret that are rooted in culture and love. Endless thanks to her family for their unwavering support—sending love to Puerto Rico! She hopes you enjoy Color Cabaret.
Arjun Paramore Jr. is a senior Musical Theatre major at Arizona State University, also pursuing a Business minor and a Vocal Pedagogy certificate. This is his third and final Color Cabaret. In honor of this year’s theme, Past, Present, Future, Arjun is sharing an older original song that reflects where he began as a songwriter. He’s grateful for the journey so far and excited to step into the next chapter as an artist. Thank you for being part of this moment.
Kyleigh Perales is a senior pursuing her bachelors in Music Theatre Performance with a minor in Dance. Select ASU MTO credits include: Pippin (Fastrada), The Theory of Relativity (Jenny/Mira), Miss You Like Hell (Olivia U/S), First Date (Allison), SFANW (Surabaya Santa), ... Great Comet & Head Over Heels (Ensemble). In addition to performing, she choreographs and teaches around the valley for youth theatre. She would like to thank the entire creative team, cast, and her family for all their hard work and endless support! @kyleigh_perales
Mexican-American Soprano MICHELLE PÉREZ is prized for her technical mastery, stylistic versatility, and compelling characterizations. Originally from the Rio Grande Valley, she recently performed at Arizona State University as La Contessa in Le nozze di Figaro, Anne Truelove in The Rakes Progress, Marie in La fille du régiment, and Gretel in Hänsel und Gretel. She won the 2023 ASU Concerto Competition and will be performing Samuel Barber’s Knoxville: Summer of 1915 with the ASU Orchestra this fall. In Graz, Austria she performed with the AIMS Festival Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Martin Lukas Meister and was a semi-finalist in the Meistersinger Competition. She is in demand as a recitalist and has appeared as the soloist in Handel's Messiah, as well as Faure and Mozart Requiem in San Diego and Phoenix. Michelle received her Masters of Music in Opera Performance from ASU where she is continuing in the Doctoral program. She would like to thank all the amazing cast,crew, and professors for their never-ending support! www.michelleperezsoprano.com
PATRICIA ROSE is currently a second-year graduate student at ASU for Opera Vocal Performance. Born and raised in Alaska, she placed in NATS competitions (2019-2023) and was a Finalist in the NATSAA Competition (2021;2023). She played the roles of Princess Badroulbadour from Disenchanted (2018); and Mary Magdalene from Jesus Christ Superstar (2024). She performed in the Anchorage Opera’s Pirates of Penzance, Carmen, The Elixir of Love, and La Traviata. After being in the 2024-2025 ASU productions of Mutt, Notes of Viardot, L’Orfeo, L’Enfant et les Sortileges, and with Valley Opera’s Suor Angelica, she is honored to be involved with The Color Cabaret!
Madison Santiago is excited to be a part of the Color Cabaret. She is a Junior at ASU earning her Bachelor’s in Music for Musical Theatre Performance. In the past she’s been cast in productions such as Catch Me If You Can, The Secret Garden, and The Odd Couple. Off stage Madison has also been a teacher for a youth summer program through Drama Kids. She hopes to inspire the next generation to pursue their passions. She gives thanks to the friends, family, cast and crew, and teachers who encouraged her along the way.
BRISSA TRONDLE
Brissa Trondle is thrilled to be cast in Color Cabaret 2026 at ASU. She is a first-year Master's student pursuing her degree in Performance Pedagogy. Her favorite roles include Mrs. Nolan from The Medium, the Pirate Queen from The Pirates of Penzance, and La libellule from L'enfant et les sortilèges. Special thanks to her family, friends, cast and crew, and voice teacher for all their love and support.
Andrés Uribe, proudly Mexican, is thrilled to be cast as ensemble in Curtains at ASU! He is a second-year transfer student pursuing his Bachelor’s in Music for Musical Theatre Performance and minoring in Dance. He was recently seen at ASU’s Production of Songs For a New World, as Waiter in ASU’s production of First Date, as Miguel in GENIUS at The Phoenix Theatre Company, Mutt at ASU’s Musical Theatre Production of MUTT, A New Musical and as ensemble in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812. He is very thankful to his family, friends, teachers (at ASU, MCC and home), cast & crew for all the love and support he has received. “This goes to my mom. Te amo!”
Giselle Sanchez Wilson is thrilled to be a part of such a meaningful event for the second year in a row. She is a sophomore majoring in Musical Theatre and minoring in Dance at ASU. She recently made her regional theatre debut in Cinderella at Arizona Broadway Theatre. Her favorite roles include Anna in Frozen: The Musical, Anita in West Side Story, Ariel in The Little Mermaid, and Miss Hannigan in Annie. She is also the recipient of the ASU Gammage HSMTA Leadership Award. Giselle has had a blast working with these lovely people and looks forward to this cabaret every year. Shoutout to her mom and dad! @gisellesanchezwilson
Malena is thrilled to be performing in her very first ASU production with Color Cabaret! She is a sophomore at Arizona State University, where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Musical Theatre, and is beyond excited to continue growing and exploring her musical journey. Being part of this show marks a special milestone for her, and she is so grateful to share the stage with such an inspiring group of artists. Malena would like to give a heartfelt thank you to her voice teacher, Professor Nathan Myers, and to her family for always pushing her to be her best and supporting her every step of the way.
ASU School of Music, Dance, and Theatre Staff and Leadership
ASU School of Music, Dance and Theatre voice, choral, dance and acting faculty
Dr. Jason Caslor, Brenda Kaiser, Rebecca Mosqueda, Rick Florence, Claire Dettloff
Maggie Barry, Michelle Pérez, Lynne MacDonald, and Emilio Torres
ASU Music Theatre and Opera Student Leadership Team
The Music Theatre and Opera program in the School of Music at Arizona State University’s Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts is committed to preparing outstanding music theatre and opera artists for professional careers in the 21st century. Through expert individual and classroom instruction, the production of operas and musicals, student-led workshops, new work development, research opportunities, dynamic community engagement and multiple professional collaborations, we foster a creative, student-centered environment that enables students to discover who they are as individuals and artists, at their own pace, in their own unique way, at the highest level.
Learn more about our program at musictheatre.asu.edu | opera.asu.edu.
FACULTY
Chelsea Anderson, Music Theatre
Michelle Chin, Music Theatre
Brian DeMaris, Artistic Director (on leave)
Joo Jang, Music Theatre Dance
Molly Lajoie, Music Theatre Dance
Robert Mills, Vocal Coach
David Radamés Toro, Interim Artistic Director of Opera
Toby Yatso, Interim Artistic Director of Music Theatre
STAFF
Claire Dettloff - Coordinator Senior
Sharon Jones - Costume Shop Coordinator, Hair and Makeup
Hannah Maner - Production Stage Manager
Mark Wetzel - Sound Coordinator
Gerald Willow - Technical Director, Master Electrician
STUDENT ASSISTANTS
Helen Kohler - Graduate Assistant
Jarrett Moncibaez - Music Direction Assistant
Michelle Pérez - Office Assistant
VIDEO, MARKETING AND SOCIAL MEDIA
Torres Productions (Emilio Torres & Maggie Barry)
With special thanks to Lynne MacDonald
VOICE FACULTY
Amanda DeMaris
Carlos Feliciano
Carole FitzPatrick
Gordon Hawkins
Nathan De’Shon Myers
Stephanie Sadownik
Stephanie Weiss
Andrea Pitman Will
The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts acknowledges the twenty-two Native Nations that have inhabited this land for centuries. Arizona State University’s four campuses are located in the Salt River Valley on ancestral territories of Indigenous peoples, including the Akimel O’odham (Pima) and Pee Posh (Maricopa) Indian Communities, whose care and keeping of these lands allows us to be here today.