8 Women With Brain Death
Mark Houston (music and lyrics); Cheryl Benge, Christy Brandt, Rosanna Coppedge, Valerie Fagan, Ross Freese, Mark Houston, Sandee Johnson, Peggy Pharr Wilson (book)
Opening Date:
July 15, 1994
Closing Date:
August 6, 1994
CST celebrated its tenth anniversary with an expanded production of the irreverent musical revue Six Women With Brain Death, directed by its composer and lyricist Mark Houston. Eight performers presented satirical songs and sketches, including new material that later entered the official version.
Cast & Crew
The Women — Mary Freeh, Jane Hall, Lana Henson, Fawnda McMahan, Renee Preftakes, Lisa Shenk, Billie Thrash, Ellen Webster.
CREW
Director — Mark Houston
Keyboards — Steve Elkins
Bass — Gene Cook
Percussion — Elyse Angelo
Technical Director and Lighting Designer — Joe Daleo
Set Designer — Nick Backes
Stage Manager — Philip Carlton
Assistant Stage Manager — Jason Beck
Properties — Vivian Moon, Helen Kusek
Spotlight — Vince Kniffin
Crew — Helen Kusek, Vivian Moon, Ginger Newby, Jason Siria, Don Lusk
Theatre Manager — Ron Martin
Production Notes
Production History
According to the original CST archive, Mark Houston expanded the cast to ten following strong auditions. Two subsequent departures resulted in the eight-woman title. The 1994 CST production originated the “Swim Team” vignettes and “Recycling” monologue, which were later incorporated into the official version.
Run Extension
The run was extended beyond its originally scheduled August 6 closing. A reported August 20 closing remains unverified; the archive lists the original scheduled closing date.
Special Thanks
Oklahoma Chapter of DIFFA; Bridal Outlet; Mavis; Don Kay; New Leaf Florist; Jack & Dean; Bertha Mae; James; Polly & Jen; Ronnie Rene Taylor.
Licensing & Development
Produced by arrangement with Music Theatre International. Originally developed by Creative Productions and first performed at Unicorn Theatre in Kansas City, Missouri.