TCR is proud to present the regional premiere of the smash Broadway and London hit, Waitress! Featuring music and lyrics by Grammy Award® winner Sara Bareilles and book by acclaimed screenwriter, Jessie Nelson, Waitress promises to be little slice of heaven this summer.

Jenna, a waitress (and expert pie-maker) dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. A county baking contest — and a handsome new doctor — offer her a tempting recipe for happiness. Supported by her sweet and sassy crew of fellow waitresses and customers, Jenna’s tale reveals the power of friendship and the courage to take chances. 

Inspired by the beloved independent film and brought to life on Broadway by a groundbreaking all-female creative team, Tony®-nominated Waitress is cherished by audiences all over the world. Waitress offers a special recipe for finding happiness in unexpected places. It will move, uplift and inspire! 

Tickets start at just $27. Book early for the best seats!

Content note: Waitress is an uplifting, human story about real people dealing with the complexities of life. The story contains mature themes including domestic abuse, sexual situations, mention of suicide, and other adult topics. If you’d like to learn more before attending, please email angie.toomsen@theatrecr.org. We are happy to answer your questions!

Summer Box Office hours:
Phone and email: Monday – Friday, 12pm – 5pm (319-366-8591 or tickets@theatrecr.org)
Walk-ups: Wednesdays only, 11am – 5pm (102 3rd St SE, Downtown Cedar Rapids)

CAST

• Jenna – Marita May O’Connell
• Dawn – Victoria Shellady
• Becky – Lauren Fenwick
• Dr. Pomatter – Alex Anderson
• Earl – Tad Paulson
• Ogie – Jason Millsap
• Joe – Michael Raabe
• Cal – Aaron Pozdol
• Lulu – Colette Davis
• Nurse Norma – Bre Kenney

Ensemble:

• Meredith Diebold
• Katelyn Halverson
• Raiya Hurt
• Samuel Larson
• Shay Larson
• Lucas Lowder
• Tucker Mensen
• Connor Norfleet
• Finley Stevens
• Shauna Williams

CREATIVE TEAM

• Director – Angie Toomsen
• Music Director – Janelle Lauer
• Choreographer – Megan Robinson
• Scenic/Lighting Designer – S. Benjamin Farrar
• Costume Designer – Jess Helberg
• Sound Designer – Darin Ulmer
• Stage Manager – Madi Knaack
• Assistant Stage Manager– Amadeus Borchardt
• Master Electrician– Britin Robinson
• Properties Master – Lisa Kelly