June 20, 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.
 
UNDERSTUDY NOTICE: Miki Murray will be playing the role of Christine on Friday July 11, 2025 (8pm) and Milo Stuart will be playing the role of Jeremy on Saturday July 12, 2025 (8pm.)
 
MEET THE CAST
 
Will Chadek (Jeremy) is so excited to return to SSR! He was last seen here in Redmond as Matt in The Fantasticks and has since graduated with a BFA in Musical Theatre from Point Park U. Favorite roles have included Mick Hamilton (Steel Pier), Warner Huntington III (Legally Blonde), and Adam (Freaky Friday). Many thanks to his family for their support and the cast for welcoming him back to Seattle!
 
Eilish Rhoades (Christine) is thrilled to be returning to the SSR stage. 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) has 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 RCT, Hello Earth, Macha Theatre Works, Parley, SPT, and Pork Filled Prods.  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.
 
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 :)
 
Annika Peterson (Chloe) is delighted to be a part of her first production at SSR! Her recent credits include Anastasia: The Musical (Romanov Sister/Ensemble) and Sister Act: The Musical (Tina/Nun) at Tacoma Musical Playhouse, and Jasper in Deadland (Agnes/Gretchen) at Pacific Lutheran University. She would like to thank her cast mates for opening their arms to her in the Seattle-area and Dan for his constant support.
 
Chloe Henry (Jenna) is totally UNchill about making her SSR debut in Be More Chill!! She has previously been seen as Columbia in The Rocky Horror Show, Cassie in A Chorus Line, and Schwartzy in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. When she’s not onstage, Chloe teaches dance and choreographs youth productions. She would like to thank the incredibly talented and supportive cast and crew for making this such a wonderful experience for her! <3
 
Tommy Beale (The Squip) If he had a nickel for every time he got compared to a certain musician... Past favorites include Oliver! (Reboot Theatre), Ride the Cyclone (SecondStory Rep), and Airness (UW School of Drama). Lover of IKEA stuffed animals; hater of "Do a flip!". Proud of himself for putting a semicolon in his bio. He thanks his friends and family, as always, for their support. Cheers! 
 
Robin Langenhop (Michael) is returning to the SSR stage after previously appearing in Starmites as Space Punk, Reefer Madness as Jimmy, and Assassins as the Balladeer/Lee Harvey Oswald. Other local performances include the title role in Pippin, the Baker in Into the Woods (RCT), Cooley in Anyone Can Whistle (Reboot), and various roles with Storybook Theatre. Originally a Cleveland native, Robin has been featured in Great Lakes Theater, The Kenny Rogers Christmas Special, and even the annual White House Easter Egg Roll in our nation’s capital. Favorite performances include Jesus in Godspell (Mapleside Barn Theater), Dan in Next to Normal (Columbia Entertainment Co.), and Chip in 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Huntington Playhouse). They send all their love to family, friends, and the quad for their support all these years. Check out their new Dungeons and Dragons podcast, Mage Hand High Five, wherever podcasts are downloaded! (They/Them)
 
Thomas Anthony Pierson (Jake) is very excited to be a part of this cast, Be More Chill will be his professional debut as a principal character with Secondary Story! please enjoy this crazy world wind of a show and if you aren't chillin in the audience I SWEAR-
 
Miki Murray (Swing) is thrilled to swing in this production of Be More Chill! Many of Miki’s favorite roles were performed here on the Second Story Repertory stage including Kalliope from She Kills Monsters, Annelle from Steel Magnolias, and Hyacinth from Bee Present. She is incredibly grateful for this talented, supportive, and welcoming cast who inspire her. She would also like to thank Jordyn Day Palmer for her constant encouragement, and her family for always making it out to see her perform.
 
Milo Stuart (Swing) is so excited to make his SSR debut. 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!
 
Anthony Pooley (Guitar)
Gabe Mangiante (Keyboard)
Cameron Stedman (Reeds)
Harlan Feinstein (Trumpet)
Ursula Sargent (Drums)
 
Doug Fahl (Director)
John Allman (Music Director)
Mackenzie Malhotra (Choreographer)
Audrey Herold (Costume Design)
Mark Chenovick (Set/Lights/Sound/Projection Design)