Overview

La Cage aux Folles follows Georges, the owner of a glamorous Saint-Tropez nightclub, and his longtime partner Albin, the club’s celebrated star Zaza, as they navigate family, identity and acceptance.

Directed by Clayton Phillips and choreographed by Kurtis Overby, Arizona Broadway Theatre’s production played in Peoria before transferring to the Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix.

Critical Reception

“Matthew Solomon (Costume Design): Welcome back to ABT. I congratulate you on the very outstanding designs. Just a great job!”— In a Director’s Viewpoint

“ABT's large-scale production includes an abundance of glitz and glamour, especially in Matthew Solomon's elaborate and detailed costumes and Amanda Gran's fun wigs.” (Talkin' Broadway)

Contribution

Matthew Solomon served as Costume Designer, creating a wardrobe that contrasted the elegant world of Georges and his family with the heightened glamour of Zaza and Les Cagelles. The design embraced theatricality, sparkle and character while supporting the production’s extensive dance and nightclub sequences.

Production Details

Production: La Cage aux Folles

Production Company: Arizona Broadway Theatre

Location: Peoria & Phoenix, Arizona

Year: 2020

Book: Harvey Fierstein

Music & Lyrics: Jerry Herman

Director: Clayton Phillips

Choreographer: Kurtis Overby

Music Director: Matthew Stephens

Scenic Designer: Douglas Clarke

Costume Designer: Matthew Solomon

Assistant Costume Designer: Madeline Corcoran

Wig Designer: Amanda Gran

Lighting Designer: Steve O’Shea

Sound Designer: Stacee A. Martinez