Katie Brayben shines as Tammy Faye Bakker, bringing the character to life with her exceptional talent. Christian Borle portrays Jim Bakker with great authenticity, and Michael Cerveris brings Jerry Falwell to the stage with conviction. Autumn Hurlbert serves as the alternate for Tammy Faye Bakker, adding depth to the ensemble. Nick Bailey is Paul Crouch, Charl Brown is Steve Pieters, Mark Evans is Billy Graham, Allison Guinn is Jan Crouch, Ian Lassiter takes on multiple roles including Jimmy Swaggart/Ronald Reagan/Archbishop, Raymond J. Lee is John Fletcher, Max Gordon Moore portrays Thomas S. Monson/Marvin Gorman, Alana Pollard is Jessica Hahn, and Andy Taylor is Pat Robertson/Ted Turner. The ensemble also includes Amanda Clement, Michael Di Liberto, Jonathan Duvelson, Lily Kaufmann, Denis Lambert, Elliott Mattox, Brittany Nicholas, Keven Quillon, Aveena Sawyer, Allysa Shorte, TJ Tapp, Daniel Torres, and Dana Wilton.
The creative team behind Tammy Faye is truly remarkable. Legendary musicians Elton John have composed the music, and Jake Shears have penned the lyrics. James Graham has crafted the book, Lynne Page has choreographed the dance sequences with precision, and Rupert Goold has directed the entire production with a keen eye. The team also includes Tom Deering for the orchestrations, arrangements, and additional music. Mark Dickman is responsible for the orchestrations. Bunny Christie has designed the sets, Katrina Lindsay has created the costumes, Neil Austin has handled the lighting, Nick Lidster for Autograph has taken care of the sound, and Finn Ross has worked on the video.
The new musical Tammy Faye will bid farewell at the Palace Theatre on December 8. It has already completed 24 previews and 29 performances, leaving a lasting impression on the Broadway stage. This production has been a visual and auditory feast, captivating audiences with its powerful performances and stunning production values.
The story of Tammy Faye has touched the hearts of many, and this musical adaptation has brought it to life in a way that is both captivating and inspiring. From the music to the choreography to the acting, every aspect of the production has been carefully crafted to create a truly immersive experience. Whether you are a fan of musicals or simply interested in the story of Tammy Faye, this production is not to be missed.