To those of you familiar with the original Xanadu film, you are in for a treat- and a surprise.

The colors, songs, and roller skates you are looking forward to are all here. What you will be brought as an expansion and enrichment to the tale you know and love is more detail in terms of the traditional role of the Muse.

In Greek mythology, the Muses are 9 sisters that are known to be the goddesses of literary, scientific, artistic, and cultural inspiration. They are the source of knowledge passed down in poetry, songs, myths, and oral histories. Each Muse is known to inspire their own subsection of creation such as Comedy, Tragedy, Dance, Astronomy, and Song. Clio (or Kira, as you know her) is the Muse of History and the Leader of the Muses. Our Muses serve as a Greek chorus and play multiple roles to contextualize the story we will tell you of Kira and Sonny.

You can expect to see several Greek mythological references made in Xanadu, such as Greek Gods, Demi-Gods, and Monsters. All mythology referenced will be well explained and will co-exist with all of the 1980s era fun and leg warmers you can expect from the original film! We hope you enjoy.

Daniela Moon (Kira/Clio) is a South Florida based actress who is a recent BFA MT graduate. Some of her FAU credits include One Man, Two Guvnors (Pauline), Lady From The Sea (Hilde), A Chorus Line (Val), RENT (Seasons of Love Soloist), and Lady Windermere's Fan (Lady Agatha). She is so excited to be starring in her 6th and final production at FAU as Kira and would like to thank her friends and family for all their support!

Joel Rodriguez+ (Sonny Malone) is a Dominican-American graduating MFA Acting candidate from Kansas City, Missouri. He finds joy in composing, cooking, and reading about history. He’d like to thank his partner in life and fiancé, Aubrey, for her endless support. Credits include: Oscar in Sweat and Orsino in Twelfth Night . www.joelrodrig.com

Anthony Blatter+ (Danny Maguire/Zeus) is a native of St Louis, MO, but now resides in Boca Raton, FL, as a second-year MFA candidate at Florida Atlantic University and holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Missouri. Some FAU credits include Alf in Peter and the Starcatcher , Francis Henshall in One Man, Two Guvnors , Wangel in The Lady from the Sea , Brucie/Evan in Sweat, and Flick in Violet.

Sarah Sun Park+ (Melpomene) is thrilled to be in Xanadu! Past Credits include the Contemporary American Theater Festival's world premiere of Michael Weller's play A Welcome Guest , North Carolina Theatre's production of Mamma Mia! , and Berkshire Theatre Group's production of Hair . "...and do everything with love." 1 Cor 16:14 sarahsunpark.com

Sophia Kleinman  (Calliope/Aphrodite) is a Musical Theatre BFA student, and she is thrilled to be making her FAU Theatre and Dance debut. Recent credits include: Frau Bergman in Spring Awakening, Annie Blumberg in The Soap Myth and Hope in The Disabled. Insta: @sophkleinman

Toni Turiano (Thalia/Thetis) is a senior BFA Musical Theatre major at FAU. Recent credits include LabRats at TheatreLab, Roz in 9 to 5 and Janie and Others in Wonder of The World . Toni writes sketch comedy, teaches improv and is the President of Alpha Psi Omega. Thanks to her family, friends and cat, Ziti.

Mikaylah O’Brien (Euterpe & Hera) is ecstatic to be in her first production at FAU. She is pursuing her BFA in Musical Theater. She has played roles such as Carol Strong in Catch Me If You Can , Penelope Pennywise in UrineTown , Punky Olander in Grumpy Old Men , and more. She wants to thank the artistic staff for all their hard work and dedication to this production. She also wants to thank all her family, friends (Ryan), and especially her brother Josh for their unending support. She is excited for you to see the show and hopes you enjoy!

Valeria Illan (Erato/Eros/Cupid) is a Venezuelan born senior BFA in Musical Theatre and she is so excited to a part of this amazing show! Previous credits: Twelfth Night (Festa), Spring Awakening (Ilse), & A Chorus Line (Diana). She would like to dedicate this performance to her supportive, kind, & loving mom.

Morgan Elaine (Terpsicore) born and raised in Daytona Beach, FL, is a current senior in the BFA Musical Theatre program graduating this upcoming fall. Some FAU credits include Dances We Dance '24, A Chorus Line (Don Kerr), RDTE '23 and Nut/Cracked . She is forever grateful for her momma, sister and besties for their endless support as she continues to pursue her dreams! https://themorganelaine.wixsite.com/mysite

R. Owen Alonso (Polyhymnia) is a junior at FAU double-majoring in Theater Studies/Film, Video & New Media. He performed in FAU’s production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee & One Man, Two Guvnors . He would like to thank his family and friends for their continuous love and support

Daryan Lyew-Ayee (Urania/Hermes) is a Senior BA in Theatre Major and is thrilled to be a part of his third production here at FAU. He was previously in Violet as a Bus Driver and  Peter and the Starcatcher as Captain Robert Falcon Scott. He has had a love for greek mythology since he was a child due to his dad loving it from his youth as well. Playing a Greek God has always been one of his dreams, and he’s ecstatic that he gets to do that now. He hopes you enjoy this show everyone in this big cast and crew has worked so hard to create.

Nuelle Saunders (Andrews' Sister) is a junior in the BFA Musical Theatre program. This will be her second time hitting the mainstage with past credits in last year's A Chorus Line (Maggie Winslow) and in BUTC's Spring Awakening (Anna u/s - Ensemble).

Daniella Dara Coby (Choreographer/Siren/Andrews’ Sister/Medusa) is a senior in the BFA Musical Theatre Performance with a minor in Dance. Daniella has appeared in recent semesters in Violet, Nutcracked, RDTE, Neighborhood 3: Requisition of Doom, A Chorus Line, Spring Awakening, 9 to 5, Twelfth Night, and Dances We Dance.

Hailey McDonough (Andrews’ Sister/Siren) is a freshman BFA Musical Theatre major. She is so thankful to be cast in her first show at FAU. She is so happy to be a part of this amazing cast and crew and hopes you enjoy the show!

Cate Gonzalez (Tube/Siren) is going into her third year as a BFA Musical Theatre major. She is excited to be making her main stage debut in Xanadu . You may have seen her in other productions such as Spring Awakening (Wendla U/S, Ensemble) and Legacy of Oz (Glinda U/S, Aunt Em) with the BUTC here at FAU. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Raymond Adderly III (Tube/Cyclops) is a sophomore at FAU who is recently a BFA in Musical Theatre student. He is very excited to be in this show. His recent credits include: One Man, Two Guvnors ( Harry Dangle), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (William Barfeé), Spring Awakening (Georg/ Associate Director), Pastry Village (Huckleberry Knight), and The Legacy of Oz ( The Lion) . He would like to thank his friends and family for their unwavering support!

Simón López (Ensemble/Centaur ) is a current junior in the BFA program for Design/Technology and is absolutely thrilled to be in his first ever production at FAU. He wishes to send his love to his amazing family, and hopes you absolutely enjoy the show!

Erin McQueeney (Ensemble/Girl on Bicycle) is a junior in the BFA Performance major and is so thrilled to be a part of her first production at FAU! She would like to thank God, her family and boyfriend, Wade, for all of the love & support. She looks forward to sharing this exciting story with you all!

Emilia Borean (Ensemble/Siren) is a sophomore BA in Theater and is exited to be part of her third production at FAU. She was seen in A Chorus Line (Ensemble) and in 9 to 5 (Maria Delgado). She want to thank her family and friends for the support. She hopes you enjoy this show!

“I’m Alive”- Muses and Clio/Kira

“Magic”- Sonny and Kira

“Evil Woman”- Melpomene, Calliope, and Sirens

“Suddenly”- Sonny and Kira

“Whenever You’re Away From Me”- Danny and Kira

“Dancin”- Andrews Sisters, Tubes, Danny, Sonny, and Company

“Strange Magic”- Melpomene, Calliope, Sonny, Kira, and Eros

“All Over The World"- Full Company

“Don’t Walk Away”- Sonny, Kira, Danny, Muses, and Company

Intermission

“Fool”- Clio/Kira and Muses

“The Fall”- Sonny and Muses

“Suspended In Time”- Clio/Kira, Sonny, and Danny

“Have You Never Been Mellow”- Zeus, Hera, Aphrodite, Thetis,
Cyclops, Medusa, Centaur and Hermes

“Xanadu”- Full Company