Fame the Musical JR.

August 3-6, 2023

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These Youth Are Bringing the Talent!

You may know this popular title from the hit motion picture or television series, but now you can experience it on stage.


From the early 80’s during the final years of NYC’s celebrated High School for the Performing Arts comes Fame JR. This bittersweet, yet inspiring story features a diverse group of students who commit to four years of grueling artistic and academic work to achieve their dreams. With candor, humor and insight, the show explores issues many young people face today. 


Fame JR. features a high-energy, contemporary pop score (which includes the hit title song) combined with a touching coming-of-age story and is a showcase of some of the most talented young artists in the Cedar Valley. 


Performance Times:

  • August 3 at 7:30PM
  • August 4 at 7:30PM
  • August 5 at 2:00PM
  • August 6 at 2:00PM

Run Time:

75 minutes with 15 minute intermission

Box Office Information:

  • Online: On-sale NOW!
  • In-Person: Box Office open M-F from 1-4PM and 1hr before each performance.
  • Phone: Call 319-277-5283

Meet the Cast

  • NICK PIAZZA: Colin Hayes
  • CARMEN DIAZ: Ava Torres
  • SERENA KATZ: Drew Ludeman
  • JOE VEGAS: Nate Puls
  • TY JACKSON: Tallula Lamp
  • IRIS KELLY: Elle Smith
  • MABEL WASHINGTON: Faith Hansel
  • SCHLOMO METZENBAUM: Andrew Gerdes
  • GRACE (LAMBCHOPS) LAMB: Allison Bovy
  • GOODMAN (GOODY KING): Emma Lamp
  • MS. ESTHER SHERMAN: Natalie Thomas
  • MS. GRETA BELL: Gena Koinzan
  • MRS. MEYERS: Addy Breddin
  • MR. SHEINKOPF: Henry Funk
  • ACTING ENSEMBLE: Lilly Lewis (Acting Captain), Michael Haynes, Toby Nuese
  • MUSIC ENSEMBLE: Gina Brooks, Lydia Pruisner, Lennon Michel, Bethany Schroeder, Mason Nuese
  • DANCE ENSEMBLE: Addi Bumblauskas (Dance Captain), Rebekah Chagdes, Meryl Pruisner

Meet the Creative Team

  • Director: Mark Fakler
  • Music Director: Alice Pruisner
  • Choreographer: Rachel Kuehner
  • Scenic Design: Greg Holt
  • Sound Design: Ryan Black
  • Lighting Design: Jack Brooks
  • Costume Design: Marty Levendusky