Florida State University's School of Theatre invites audiences to cut loose this month with its production of "Footloose," the high-energy musical inspired by the 1980s cult classic film.
The story follows Ren McCormack, a city teenager who moves to the small town of Bomont only to find that rock music and dancing have been banned. Ren's rebellious spirit soon sparks a movement, challenging town leaders to reconsider the ban and let the local teenagers dance again.
Performances run from Friday, Feb. 20, through Sunday, March 1, at the Richard G. Fallon Theatre.
"Ultimately, 'Footloose' endures as a story of healing and community," said Director Dewayne Barrett. "When the town finally dances, it is not rebellion; it is reconciliation."
The production features a mix of the film's Oscar-nominated hits, including "Holding Out for a Hero" and "Let's Hear It for the Boy," alongside dynamic new songs written specifically for the stage.
The cast is comprised of FSU students Alex Minarik as Ren McCormack, James Nelson as Reverend Shaw, Ally Babincak as Ariel Moore and Margaret Giles as Vi Moore.
The creative team includes direction and choreography by Barrett, music direction by Michael Norris, scenic design by Jesse Dreikosen, costume design by Sungwon An, sound design by Alroy Harry, and lighting design by Todd Wren.
Tickets are available now at tickets.theatre.fsu.edu
