Ted Swindley's Honky Tonk Angels
February 28 - March 22
Created by Ted Swindley
Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing Global (www.broadwaylicensing.com)
When three gutsy gals from different backgrounds take charge of their lives, they decide to follow their honky tonk dreams all the way to the city of Nashville. Combining 30 classic country tunes, including “Stand By Your Man,” “9 to 5,” “Harper Valley PTA” and more, Honky Tonk Angels is a hilarious, foot-stomping good time!
A Note from the Director...
Coming soon!
Cast Bios
Susan Smith (Angela)
Lillian North (Darlene)
Lillian North (Darlene)
Susan has produced, directed and performed in avocational and professional theater for decades and hopes to continue for several more. Recent credits: Lady Catherine in PRIDE & PREJUDICE, Clairee in STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Sister Hubert in NUNSENSE II, Jacob Marley & all Ghosts in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Mother Abbess in THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Many thanks to my husband for his constant support.
Lillian North (Darlene)
Lillian North (Darlene)
Lillian North (Darlene)
Lillian North is so excited to be back at The Harmony Theater for HONKY TONK ANGELS! You may recognize her from her past roles at Harmony including Violet in 9 TO 5 and Margot in DIAL M FOR MURDER. She recently completed a children’s theatre tour where she got to travel all over the East coast! She would like to thank her family, friends, and students for all of their support!
Zoe Phillips (Sue Ellen)
Lillian North (Darlene)
Zoe Phillips (Sue Ellen)
Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, Zoe Phillips is a performer, singer, and entertainer at heart! Zoe is so happy to return to MDT in HONKY TONK ANGELS as Sue Ellen. Zoe was last seen here as Doralee in 9 TO 5, The Musical last summer. Zoe has been performing her whole life and recently finished her time performing Musical Theatre a
Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, Zoe Phillips is a performer, singer, and entertainer at heart! Zoe is so happy to return to MDT in HONKY TONK ANGELS as Sue Ellen. Zoe was last seen here as Doralee in 9 TO 5, The Musical last summer. Zoe has been performing her whole life and recently finished her time performing Musical Theatre at Belmont University. Now she teaches fitness classes, performs, and has fun wherever the world takes her!
Staff Bios
TJ Bird (Artistic Director, Director, Light & Sound Design, Projections, Costume & Set Design)
TJ Bird (Artistic Director, Director, Light & Sound Design, Projections, Costume & Set Design)
TJ Bird (Artistic Director, Director, Light & Sound Design, Projections, Costume & Set Design)
TJ is from Decatur, IN, and graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor's in Voice Performance. Career highlights include: Training and touring for Missoula Children's Theatre, performer and Company Manager for Round Barn Theatre, Teaching Theater Artist for Kidstock! Creative Theater, Artistic Associate for Towle Theater, and pe
TJ is from Decatur, IN, and graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor's in Voice Performance. Career highlights include: Training and touring for Missoula Children's Theatre, performer and Company Manager for Round Barn Theatre, Teaching Theater Artist for Kidstock! Creative Theater, Artistic Associate for Towle Theater, and performing many other staff and technical positions throughout their career. Favorite performance credits include: Nicely-Nicely Johnson in GUYS AND DOLLS, Eugene in SH-BOOM!, Leslie in LOVE, SEX & THE I.R.S., Pap/King in BIG RIVER, Mr. Bumble in OLIVER, and Willard Hewitt in FOOTLOOSE! Sending love and thanks to their family and friends that support their dreams, and thank YOU for supporting live theater! travisbird.weebly.com
John Phillips (Music Director)
TJ Bird (Artistic Director, Director, Light & Sound Design, Projections, Costume & Set Design)
TJ Bird (Artistic Director, Director, Light & Sound Design, Projections, Costume & Set Design)
John has been performing since the age of 5 when he sang his first solo at his kindergarten graduation. He has been a part of the Indianapolis theatre scene since 1980 and has worked at most of the theaters in town. John is an 18-time Encore Award Winner and was named “Best Actor In A Musical” by the Indianapolis Star for his portrayal of
John has been performing since the age of 5 when he sang his first solo at his kindergarten graduation. He has been a part of the Indianapolis theatre scene since 1980 and has worked at most of the theaters in town. John is an 18-time Encore Award Winner and was named “Best Actor In A Musical” by the Indianapolis Star for his portrayal of Ko-Ko in The Mikado at the Edyvean. He is thrilled to have appeared in the World Premiere of Hairspray in concert with the Indianapolis & Baltimore Symphony Orchestras, starring Tony Award Winner, Beth Leavel, Mickey Dolenz of “The Monkees”, & John Waters, the author of Hairspray.
Jade Perry (Choreographer)
TJ Bird (Artistic Director, Director, Light & Sound Design, Projections, Costume & Set Design)
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
As a now seasoned Central Indiana real estate broker, Jade brings a unique blend of professionalism and passion to the world of the performing arts. His enthusiasm extends to the big screen, where he has left his mark as an extra in two box office films and made a memorable appearance in the CBS series, The Inspectors.
Jade has also graced
As a now seasoned Central Indiana real estate broker, Jade brings a unique blend of professionalism and passion to the world of the performing arts. His enthusiasm extends to the big screen, where he has left his mark as an extra in two box office films and made a memorable appearance in the CBS series, The Inspectors.
Jade has also graced the stage as a performer for Disney World, Orlando, in 2013, and further showcased his versatility by portraying various character roles at Disneyland Paris in France in 2017. He attributes much of his success to the foundational training received at his two home based studios, Dance By Deborah and Center Pointe Dance.
Despite hitting professional milestones, Jade continues to stay connected to his roots, returning to the stage to revisit the foundations and fundamentals of the dance world. Having choreographed and/or performed in more than 5 productions at Myers Dinner Theatre in Hillsboro, IN, he values the invaluable lessons learned throughout his career, with the most significant being the importance of doing what brings true happiness.
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
Jessica is from Terre Haute, IN where she received a Bachelor’s in Theatre from Indiana State University. She lives with her husband, Ethan, their three cats, Coretta, Beanie Baker, and Refried, and her rather large houseplant collection. Jessica has been working at The Harmony Theater (formerly Myers Dinner Theatre) off and on since 2012
Jessica is from Terre Haute, IN where she received a Bachelor’s in Theatre from Indiana State University. She lives with her husband, Ethan, their three cats, Coretta, Beanie Baker, and Refried, and her rather large houseplant collection. Jessica has been working at The Harmony Theater (formerly Myers Dinner Theatre) off and on since 2012 in a few different positions including Costume Assistant/Seamstress, Costumer, Prop Manager, and Production Stage Manager. Some career highlights include: Stage Manger for THE MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF EDWARD TULANE with Crossroads Repertory Theatre (both in house and local tour), Core Member/Stage Manager for Theater 7, multiple summer seasons as Stage Manager with Putnam County Playhouse and Crossroads Repertory Theatre, and Stage Manager for the COMING TO SEE AUNT SOPHIE tour to the Chopin Theatre through Crossroads Repertory Theatre. Many thanks to her family and friends for their love and support!
Elinda Doty (Costume Assistant)
Jessica Alltop (Production Stage Manager, Props)
Elinda Doty (Costume Assistant)
Elinda is from Avon, IN and enjoys working with local community theaters. She is the costumer for Brownsburg High School Concert & Show Choirs. Hoping to keep an asthmatic child of the 60's entertained on the couch, Mom enrolled me in "Craft of the Month". Much to her dismay the result was me repurposing my new tangerine orange swimsuit i
Elinda is from Avon, IN and enjoys working with local community theaters. She is the costumer for Brownsburg High School Concert & Show Choirs. Hoping to keep an asthmatic child of the 60's entertained on the couch, Mom enrolled me in "Craft of the Month". Much to her dismay the result was me repurposing my new tangerine orange swimsuit into a babydoll dress. Since my 1st machine at age 10, sewing is still my happy place. Thanks for all the support from family and friends.