PCPA Theaterfest
Music and Lyrics: George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin
Book: Ken Ludwig
Co-Conception: Ken Ludwig and Mike Ockrent
Inspired by Material by Guy Bolton and John McGowan
Marian Theatre
Santa Maria, CA
April 17 - May 18, 2003
Festival Theatre
Solvang, CA
June 13 - July 20, 2003
Director and Choreographer: Eric Hoit
Co-choreographer: Vivian Rachelle
Musical Director: Kevin Robison
Michael as 'Bobby Child' (all publicity photos © David Bazemore)
"Much of the pleasure to be derived from a musical like "Crazy
For You" comes from watching the pleasure a performer like
Gruber gets from hoofing.....Gruber is slim, good-looking,
with an ingratiating manner that just won't stop. He could
sell you chocolate-covered pickles and make you think they
were truffles."--The Santa Maria Sun
"Deadrock, NV" scenic design © Dave Nofsinger
Santa Maria Cast List
Solvang Cast List
Musical Numbers
Production Photos
Dress Rehearsal Photos
More Dress Rehearsal Photos
Solvang Festival Theater Photos
3 Costume Sketches
Michael wallpaper
Michael and Melinda wallpaper
"Michael Gruber gives a performance that recalls musical idols
of the Silver Screen, who literally swept their ladies off their
feet with graceful dancing."--Santa Maria Times
Synopsis
History
"Mr. Gruber is a pro. A hoofer in the style of Gene Kelley, he's
adept at both fast precision tap and graceful soaring solos. His
voice is strong, as well, as he sings favorite Gershwin songs such
as 'They Can't Take That Away From Me.'"--Santa Barbara News Press
Press release from PCPA
Press release from PCPAabout Michael as Special Guest Artist
Interview with the Santa Maria Sun 
Review from the Santa Maria Sun
Reveiw from The Santa Barbara News-Press Review from The San Luis Obispo Tribune
Interview with The Santa Barbara News-Press
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