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Next To Normal
Winnipeg Studio Theatre is excited to announce our fall musical, Next to Normal!
Next to Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt, explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and mental illness. Dad’s an architect; Mom rushes to pack lunches and pour cereal; their daughter and son are bright, wise-cracking teens, appearing to be a typical American family. And yet their lives are anything but normal because the mother has been battling bipolar disorder for 16 years. Next to Normal takes audiences into the minds and hearts of each character, presenting their family’s story with love, sympathy, and heart.
Running November 4-8, Next to Normal is an emotional powerhouse that addresses such issues as grieving a loss, ethics in modern psychiatry, and suburban life.
Led by Director Dora Carroll, Choreographer Jillian Willems, and Musical Director Seanne Buenafe.
Next to Normal features an incredible roster of Artists!
Laura Olafson as Diana, Alfonso Diego as Henry, Maiha Buduhan as Natalie, Ray Jacildo as Dan, Sheena Rattai as Doctor, Brady Barrientos as Gabe
Kara Joseph (she/her)
Artistic Director/Producer
Kara Joseph (she/her) is a versatile performer, creator, and arts manager based in Winnipeg. With experience spanning across various artistic roles including performer, musician, director, costume designer, and podcast host, Kara is dedicated to crafting art that is inclusive, engaging, and accessible to all.
Kara’s creative approach embraces collaboration and community, always striving to break down barriers and build a welcoming space for diverse voices. Her commitment to her craft and her community was recognized with the inaugural Cherry Karpyshin Arts Management Prize, honoring her contributions to the arts.
Kara is excited to be joining Winnipeg Studio Theatre as the Artistic Director/Producer and is grateful to both Kayla and Erin for their incredible work in this organization.