June 19, 2025 - July 13, 2025
BE MORE CHILL
Music and Lyrics by Joe Iconis
Book by Joe Tracz
Based on the Novel by Ned Vizzini
Directed by Doug Fahl
Music Direction by John Allman
Show sponsor: Beth Moursund
Be More Chill is a high-octane, sci-fi pop musical that dives headfirst into the pressures and anxieties of high school. When awkward outsider Jeremy Heere discovers "The Squip," a tiny supercomputer that promises to transform him into the coolest kid in school, he jumps at the chance. But as the Squip's influence grows, Jeremy begins to question the true cost of popularity. With a catchy pop-rock score and a razor-sharp script, this coming-of-age story explores themes of identity, friendship, and the dangers of conformity. It's a hilarious and thought-provoking ride that will leave you questioning what it really means to fit in.
 
MEET THE CAST
 
Eilish Rhoades (Christine) is thrilled to be returning to the Second Story Repertory stage in Be More Chill! You may have seen her earlier this season as Deb in Ordinary Days! Other credits include Little Women (Jo March), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Marcy Park), A Chorus Line (Diana) and Elf the Musical (Deb/Ensemble). Eilish would like to thank the amazing cast and crew for making this experience so much fun as well as her family and her husband Jake for being her biggest cheerleader. 
 
Tadd Morgan (Mr. Heere) is so happy to return to SSR’s stage for Be More Chill!  He’s been in more than a dozen productions at SSR, most recently as Mr. Darcy in Christmas at Pemberley.  He has performed with numerous other local companies, including Renton Civic, Hello Earth, Macha Theatre Works, Parley, Seattle Public Theater, and Pork Filled Productions.  He can also be heard in audio books and video games.  A Northwest native, Tadd began his theatrical career at Youth Theatre Northwest and continued his training at Bennington College in Vermont.
 
Milo Stuart (Swing) is so excited to make his SSR debut in Be More Chill. He graduated from Eastlake High School in 2024, and is thrilled to be attending Pace University, NYC, for his BFA in Musical Theatre this fall! Past favorite productions include Something Rotten (Shakespeare), Puffs (Wayne), and Beauty and the Beast (LeFou). He'd like to thank his family, friends, cast, and crew for all their endless support! Enjoy!
 
Rylee Worth (Rich) is thrilled to be making his SSR debut in his favorite show ever!! He’s proud to be part of such an incredibly special and talented ensemble of actors. Special thanks to all who support me, and my amazing fiancé Skyla for convincing me to audition and dealing with me on our rides to and from rehearsal, love ya! 
 
Skyla Rathert (Brooke) is absolutely ecstatic to be playing one of her favorite roles in a dream show of hers! You may have seen her recently on the Ballyhoo Theatre stage in Carrie, Or as Jane Seymour in SIX the musical.  She wants to thank her family and friends, especially her fiancé Rylee for his constant encouragement. Thanks to the cast and team for making this such a fun place to spend her evenings.  Thank you to her Gramma watching from heaven for always being her biggest fan, and finally, thank you! Yes you! For being here with us today! Enjoy the show :)
 
Will Chadek (Jeremy)
Robin Langenhop (Michael)
Tommy Beale (The Squip)
Thomas Anthony Pierson (Jake)
Annika Peterson  (Chloe)
Chloe Henry (Jenna)
Miki Murray (Swing)
 
MEET THE PRODUCTION TEAM
 
Doug Fahl (Director) is stoked to once again direct at SSR, having previously directed A Christmas Carol in 2018 and Merrily We Roll Along in 2024. Doug recently directed Firebringer at Red Curtain Foundation as well. He has also directed multiple video projects, public access television shows, a YouTube Channel (Augmented Actor) and even a few Virtual Reality Projects.  As an actor, you might remember Doug onstage at SSR in Chess, Bunnicula, Little Shop of Horrors, Bye Bye Birdie and Sunday in the Park with George . He has starred in the feature indie horror film Zombies of Mass Destruction (2010) and has had the privilege of performing on several other Seattle area stages. Favorite shows include Billy Elliot and Beauty & the Beast (Village Theater); Cabaret and Tommy (SMT); Into the Woods (Stage Right); Shipwrecked! (ArtsWest); and Great Gatsby (Seattle Rep). He was nominated for a Gregory Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The Pride (Theatre22).  Doug is super excited to bring this raucous, crowd pleasing musical to Redmond audiences.  Much thanks to Mark, Jen, Beth, Annie, John, Elizabeth and Mackenzie for their brilliant contributions to the show and to an amazingly awesome cast. Love and thanks to Scott for hanging in there during all these late night rehearsals.