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Melanie La Barrie and Jenna Lee – James join Drew Gasparini’s WE AREN’T KIDS ANYMORE

by Staff Writer
February 10, 2025
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Melanie La Barrie, credit Amy Cassidy and Jenna Lee James

Melanie La Barrie, credit Amy Cassidy and Jenna Lee James

WhatsOnStage 2025 award-winner Melanie La Barrie (Hadestown; &Juliet) will join the cast of WE AREN’T KIDS ANYMORE in the role of Drew 5, alongside powerhouse Jenna Lee-James (Frozen; We Will Rock You) as Drew 6 / Featured Artist. This new contemporary musical offers a heartfelt exploration of life’s shared journey and how its pivotal moments shape us all.

Created by Drew Gasparini, whose credits include Smash and Broadway productions including The Karate Kid and It’s Kind of a Funny Story, this production reflects his passion for breaking the mould of traditional musical theatre and uncovering fresh talent.

Joining award-winning actress Dylan Mulvaney (Attitude’s Woman of the Year 2023, a Forbes 30 Under 30 Honouree, and star of one-woman show FAGHAG), Olivier award-winner Sam Tutty (Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York); Dear Evan Hansen) and West End icon Aimie Atkinson (SIX The Musical; Pretty Woman), the cast promises to deliver an unforgettable performance.

       

Told from five unique perspectives spanning age, generation and gender, this uplifting musical explores the complex, universal and often challenging journey of pursuing a dream. Unravelling the rich emotional tapestry of life, WE AREN’T KIDS ANYMORE reminds us that, no matter where we come from, growing up is a series of choices and uncertain steps, punctuated by moments of discovery.

This performance follows a successful workshop in June 2024 which marked the first stage presentation of Gasparini’s viral concept album WE AREN’T KIDS ANYMORE. Recognised for his music in Smash, as well as the scores for Broadway musicals; The Karate Kid, Skittles Commercial: The Broadway Musical and It’s Kind of a Funny Story, Gasparini offers a radical approach to traditional musical theatre in a show which explores self-discovery and growth. Demonstrating a range of styles, including pop, rock and country, WE AREN’T KIDS ANYMORE celebrates the versatility of musical theatre when the conventional rules are broken.

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