PRODUCTION
PRODUCTION
From concept to curtain:
how we’ll bring Way DEAD to the stage.
The journey from Bryan E. Robinson's novel to musical theatre takes heart, vision, and a dedicated team. On this page, discover how Way DEAD is being shaped behind the scenes — from its creative concept to the people bringing it to life. Learn about our production goals, timeline, and the artistic collaborators working to turn Bryan Robinson’s story into an unforgettable stage experience.
MEET OUR CREATIVE TEAM
BRYAN E. ROBINSON
GINA STEWART
BRENDA GAMBILL
Book by: Bryan E. Robinson (novel original author)
Lyrics by: Gina Stewart, Brenda Gambill, Bryan E. Robinson
Director:
Choreographer: TBA
Set & costume designer: TBA
Lighting & sound designer: TBA
Music director: TBA
Dramaturgy: Abby Felder
EARLY PRAISE FOR THE MUSIC
Development & script adaptation: 2025
Score composition & orchestrations: 2025
Workshop reading: 2025/2026
Full casting announcement: 2026
Opening night: To Be Announced
Tour / extended runs