Guys and Dolls (2018). Photo by Craig Mitchelldyer.

Guys and Dolls - 2018

Guys and Dolls (2018). Photo by Craig Mitchelldyer.

Regards from Broadway Rose

Summer 2026 Newsletter

Articles written by Blythe Woodland

Photo of Meredith Gordon.

Welcome to Regards from Broadway Rose, your peek behind-the-curtain at all that’s happening at your favorite musical theatre company!

We are at full capacity once again this summer as our operations stretch through every corner of two facilities, and as artists of every age and stage strengthen and share their craft at our theatre. You’ll see in the following stories how integral our technical internship program is in the success of our ambitious summer projects: the spectacular mainstage production of Newsies, the delightful romp of our children’s production Jack and the Beanstalk, and the unique storytelling of Hadestown: Teen Edition.

You’ll also read more of Dan’s reflections and learn about the staff member he has mentored to fill his shoes. Is it possible to replace Dan? Absolutely not. Is it possible to carry on his legacy? I think so.

This community thrives because of you. Thank you for your continued applause and support.

– Meredith Gordon, Executive Director

A photo from The Case of the Dead Flamingo Dancer. The cast is looking down at the comically stiff legs of a victim sticking out of the bottom of a bedsheet.

Dan Murphy in The Case of the Dead Flamingo Dancer—a last-minute replacement show.

Second of a Three-Part Series

DAN LOOKS BACK

A photo from The Case of the Dead Flamingo Dancer. The cast is looking down at the comically stiff legs of a victim sticking out of the bottom of a bedsheet.

Dan Murphy in The Case of the Dead Flamingo Dancer—a last-minute replacement show.

In this second installment of Dan Looks Back, Broadway Rose co-founder and Managing Director Dan Murphy reflects on some of the company’s defining moments in the early 2000’s–from unexpected box office breakthroughs and community partnerships to finding a permanent home and laying the groundwork for Broadway Rose’s future.

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A photo of Joann and Gerry Reese at an Oregon State University football game, sitting in the stands, smiling to the camera.

Joann and Gerry Reese, Broadway Rose patrons for over 20 years.

Outstanding Patrons

JOANN AND GERRY REESE

A photo of Joann and Gerry Reese at an Oregon State University football game, sitting in the stands, smiling to the camera.

Joann and Gerry Reese, Broadway Rose patrons for over 20 years.

For Joann and Gerry Reese, Broadway Rose is more than a night at the theatre– it’s a tradition they’ve been sharing for more than two decades. Since becoming season subscribers in 2003, they’ve introduced countless friends, family members, neighbors, and coworkers to the magic of live theatre, turning opening nights into a cherished gathering filled with unforgettable performances and lasting memories. Their story is a reminder that the best theatre experiences are often the ones shared.

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A photo from our 2025 teen summer production of Les Miserables. It shows nearly the full cast of 40 teens singing out to the audience at the end of act one with a large red flag waving behind them all.

The Teen Summer Production sees our most dedicated young performers mount a full-length show in just 13 days.

Education Spotlight

GROWING THE NEXT GENERATION OF THEATRE LOVERS

A photo from our 2025 teen summer production of Les Miserables. It shows nearly the full cast of 40 teens singing out to the audience at the end of act one with a large red flag waving behind them all.

The Teen Summer Production sees our most dedicated young performers mount a full-length show in just 13 days.

Broadway Rose's education programs have experienced remarkable growth over the past several years, expanding opportunities for students of all ages to discover the joy of musical theatre. What began as a handful of seasonal camps has blossomed into a year-round lineup of classes, workshops, and performance experiences designed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and strengthen our community through the arts.

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Staff photo of Madison Conrad.

Madison Conrad, Broadway Rose Theatre's Operations Manager and lifelong Broadway Rose fan.

A Day in the Life

MADISON CONRAD

Staff photo of Madison Conrad.

Madison Conrad, Broadway Rose Theatre's Operations Manager and lifelong Broadway Rose fan.

If you ask Broadway Rose Operations Manager Madison Conrad what a typical day looks like, don’t expect a straightforward answer. “Do you want my day yesterday, today, or three weeks ago?” she laughs. “Because you’ll get drastically different answers.” That unpredictability is exactly what makes her job so essential.

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A photo of our 2026 interns learning how to properly rig a stage light.

Broadway Rose has offered its Technical Internship Program since the company’s founding in 1992.

Building the Future of Theatre

INSIDE BROADWAY ROSE'S TECHNICAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

A photo of our 2026 interns learning how to properly rig a stage light.

Broadway Rose has offered its Technical Internship Program since the company’s founding in 1992.

Every summer, audiences experience the excitement of Broadway Rose’s largest productions. While the performers on stage often receive the spotlight, dozens of dedicated young theatre artists are working behind-the-scenes to make every performance possible.

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