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From the Studio: Civic's "Waitress"

Chelsea LeValley, Troy Nickerson, and Tonya Ball-Lakewolf
Chelsea LeValley, Troy Nickerson, and Tonya Ball-Lakewolf

Chelsea LeValley (Jenna), Troy Nickerson (Director), and Tonya Ballman-Lakewolf (Music Director) from Spokane Civic Theatre's Waitress join host Henry McNulty in the studio to discuss their upcoming production of this iconic musical about hope, resilience, and finding happiness where you are.

Song:
“What Baking Can Do”
Performed by Chelsea LeValley
Piano, Tonya Ballman-Lakewolf

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Waitress
DATES & TICKETS:
May 16 – June 15

To purchase tickets, and for show, date and content details, visit civictickets.com.

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Music and Lyrics by Sara Bareilles

Book by Jessie Nelson
Inspired by the film by Adrienne Shelly

Directed by Troy Nickerson
Music Directed by Tonya Ballman-Lakewolf
Choreographed by Delaney Kahler

Classical Music and Program Director Henry McNulty is a lifelong member of the arts community, serving as a performer, music director, and musician across the region. Henry studied music at Eastern Washington University, later earning his M.F.A. in Music Composition from Vermont College of Fine Arts.