The Bridges of Madison County
january 24 - February 16, 2020
schneider theater
When a handsome stranger pulls into her driveway to ask for directions, Italian housewife Francesca’s life changes in an instant. After fleeing World War II-torn Europe with her American soldier husband, Francesca has built a quiet, unassuming life in rural Iowa. The unexpected arrival of National Geographic photographer Robert Kincaid, who comes to Madison County while Francesca’s family is away at a county fair, forces an impossible choice. Which matters more: a once-in-a-lifetime love, or caring for family and community? With a lush, romantic score from modern musical theater master Jason Robert Brown, The Bridges of Madison County is a heartbreaking yet hopeful portrait of one woman, standing at a crossroads, without a map.
tickets
$46 / $43 - Adult
$41 / $38 - Senior (62+)
$17 - Next Generations (30 and Under)
standard / subscriber rate
Call the box office: 952-563-8575
directed by
Benjamin mcgovern
MUSIC DIRECTOR Anita Ruth
MUSIC AND LYRICS BY Jason Robert Brown
BOOK BY Marsha Norman
BASED ON THE NOVEL BY Robert James Waller
CAST
Francesca Johnson - Jennifer Baldwin Peden*
Robert Kincaid - Eric Morris*
Bud Johnson - Charlie Clark*
Marian/Chiara/Ginny - Becca Hart
Michael Johnson - Ryan London Levin
Carolyn Johnson - Alyson Enderle
Marge - Wendy Short-Hays
Charlie - Fred Mackaman
State Fair Singer/Others - Lydia Wagner
Boy at Fair/Paolo/Others - Luke Harger
*AEA
Orchestra
Conductor - Anita Ruth +
Violin - Terry Elliott, Elizabeth Loudon, Caroline Boulay
Viola - Emily Pflaum
Cello - Ed Cadman
Guitar - Jared Waln
Piano - Kate Brown
Bass - Joan Griffith
Percussion - Brian Glenn
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CREATIVE TEAM/Crew
Director - Benjamin McGovern ^
Music Director - Anita Ruth
Choreographer - Brittany Marie Wilson
Stage Manager - Lee Johnson
Assistant Stage Manager - Jessi Kadolph
Resident Scenic Designer - Rick Polenek
Lighting Designer - Mike Kittel
Resident Costume Designer - Ed Gleeman
Resident Sound Designer - Matt Bombich
Associate Sound Designer/Audio Engineer - José Rodriguez
Resident Properties Designer - Katie Phillips
Wig Designer - Paul Bigot
Assistant Director - Kajsa Jones
Assistant Musical Director - JJ Gisselquist
Scenic Charge Artist - Jeni Tolifson
Scenic Painter - Angelique Powers
Master Electrician - Jeremy Ellarby
Lead Carpenter - Pete Mairs
Carpenters - Jamie Case, Brittany Pooladian, Colin Williams
Costume Cutters/Stitchers - David Santos Cottrell, Cindy Forsgren, Linda Lockman
Electricians - Talia Cohen, Tony Stoerl, Alexi Caulson, Nick Fetting, Trevor Zapiecki, Becky Raines, Karin Olson
Run Crew - Joel Bronson, France A. Roberts, Rebekah Meyer
Wardrobe Technician - Tracy Swenson
Spotlight Operator - Wesley Cone
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Press
"Star-quality performances...Artistry's 'Bridges' delivers in subtle, beautiful tones.”
- Star Tribune
"A show so gorgeous that it's not to be missed."
- Cherry and Spoon
"Bridges of Madison County proves that Artistry is a powerhouse in the Twin Cities for producing musicals."
- Twin Cities Stages
"Director Benjamin McGovern reveals himself to one of the most accomplished artists in the area."
- How Was the Show
"A work of maturity featuring some of the most amazing vocal work I have heard..”
- The Stages of MN
"This cast is mind blowing."
- Millennial in the Mezzanine
"This is Broadway good, folks. Don’t miss it!”
- Play off the Page
“Another Triumph for Artistry.”
- Lavender Magazine
Rehearsal Video
Rehearsal Photos
Promotional Photos
Special Pricing
PAY WHAT YOU CAN PREVIEW (Tuesday, January 21, 7:30 p.m.): To help make the arts accessible for all, we offer a Pay What You Can Performance (PWYC) for every Artistry production. Half of the available PWYC tickets are available for purchase in advance. Advance tickets may be purchased for $10 and up. The remaining half are reserved for purchase starting at 6:30 p.m., in person, on the evening of the performance. "Night-of" tickets may be purchased for $1 and up. Click here for more information about Pay-What-You-Can Preview.
PREVIEW (Thursday, January 23, 7:30 p.m.): $20. Our second preview takes place one night before opening night, giving actors a chance to see how the show is working for the audience and to further hone their performances. You may purchase them online, by phone, or in person at our box office.
GROUP RATES Groups of 20 or more receive specially priced tickets. Please contact the Box Office for more information.
EXCHANGES All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Season ticket holders may exchange tickets for another performance of the same show (subject to availability). Please call the Box Office for more information.