WELCOME TO

THE musical about the Cuban-American experience
The world premiere of
ALWAYS REMEMBER
was launched on
Thanksgiving Weekend 2022
in South Florida
to standing ovations!
"Best New Play or Musical"

Entertaining, uplifting and enlightening, Always Remember has something for everyone!
Cuban-born American Marilyn Morales has written the definitive and timeless new musical about the Cuban-American experience - which speaks to the ageless plight of all refugees. The story follows a family’s struggle to leave Castro’s Cuba
and reunite after being separated by forces beyond their control.
This epic full-scale work is a love letter to all people who have sought liberty.
The intriguing narrative, unforgettable songs, rich original musical score, bold dialogue and dance combine to make a thrilling live experience that will be enjoyed by audiences
for generations to come!
“Always Remember is a powerful work, a true story that needs to be heard."
Katie Ketchum, Music Director, Ebenezer Lutheran Church, "herchurch," San Francisco
A new musical that promises to be a hit…”
Gloria Burns, Miami’s Community Newspapers
“Rarely does a work … shout for joy with all the necessary professional ingredients of a successful commercial musical like Marilyn Morales’ Always Remember. Keep your eye on this one. I
t’s destined for a big future.”
Lorraine Lucciola, Arts & Entertainment Writer, New England
“…(Marilyn Morales) captures so much of the Cuban story in a vital and intimate way!”
Rorianne Schrade, concert pianist, music reviewer, New York, NY
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THE CREATIVE TEAM

MARILYN MORALES
Creator and Executive Producer
of Always Remember,
Marilyn is the Cuban-born author, composer and song writer of this epic work about the Cuban-American experience.

KIRK WHIPPLE
Marilyn's husband, duo piano and creative partner, Kirk is Executive Producer, arranger, musical director, lyrical consultant and business manager for Always Remember.

BRAD SHANK
Theatrical Director of
Always Remember, Brad has decades of experience as director, actor, set designer and builder and musician.
May 1954 - March 2024
In memoriam.
We will always remember.

LILIA FONTANA
Associate Producer of
Always Remember, Lilia is the Executive Director of Fire Haus Projects, promoting the arts throughout South Florida.

GABY FADHEL
Assistant Director of
Always Remember, Gaby is the Drama Director at Somerset Academy in Miami (Silver Palms).

BEATRIZ VIGNAU
Choreographer of Always Remember, Beatriz has over 40 years of experience teaching dance, including
ballet, jazz and Spanish dance.

ARELY RUIZ
Publicity Director of Always Remember,
Arely is the founder and director of
arely PR, a Miami-based agency serving South Florida.

ROBERT SAX
Props and Backstage Manager for the world premiere of Always Remember,
Robert has is a veteran thespian
and music teacher.
THE 2022 WORLD PREMIERE CAST

MEGAN BARRERA
Teresa

GERARDO JOSÉ ORTEGA
Manolo

CATHERINE MAGARIÑO
Maria Elena

JAVIER CASTELLANOS
Orlando

SOFIA SANABRIA
Adina

IRENE GONZALEZ
Dolores

MICHAEL ANGELO MALACHI
General Ochoa

LINDSAY KRISTINE MAHÍA
Lidia

CHARLES SOTHERS
Pepe Timba

ORIANNA GUTIERREZ
Raisa

RYAN TOWNSEND
Victor / Sergio

JOSE LUIS SUAZO
Fulano

CRAIG WHEELER
Mengano

CARLETON CORNISH
Hassan Kassari

SEBASTIAN HERNANDEZ
Lieutenant

ALEX CRUTCHER
Private

MARY-MARGARET DALE
Magda

PRINCIPAL ROBERTA
Rhonda Crutcher

KRIS GARCIA
Carlos

CRISTINA SALVESEN
"Sofia Loren"

VICTORIA LLODRA
Young Cristina

LEÓN FRANCO MAHÍA
Sergito

ALYSSA MUSSER
Young Maria Elena

FRANK JOSEPH MAHÍA
Soldier

LEAH TORRES
Veronica

TIFFANY WILLIAMS
Giovanna
Please keep checking back for cast updates!

JORGE RODRIGUEZ
In memoriam
April 30, 1959 ~
December 13, 2020
We will always remember.
THE 2022 ALWAYS REMEMBER
WORLD PREMIERE ORCHESTRA

KIRK WHIPPLE &
MARILYN MORALES
Keyboards

LLIPSY HERNANDEZ
Violin

CESARE TURNER
Viola

LAURIE STRUBBE
Cello

RAFAEL VALENCIA
Bass

TONY LOPEZ
Drums

LUIS VARGAS
Percussion

STUART KING
Trumpet

RICHARD BAYES
French Horn

JOSE RUIZ
Trombone

WILFREDO CARDOSO
Flutes / Alto Saxophone

RODOLFO GOMEZ
Clarinet / Tenor Saxophone
OUR SPONSORS
We thank the following organizations, businesses and individuals for their support of Always Remember!







You, your business or organization can participate as a sponsor in the exciting world premiere of Always Remember!
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At the crossroads of history
Our hearts go out to the Cuban people! This is the moment! Try to put yourselves in their worn-out shoes. Why would you protest in the street, unarmed in front of a military…
May 9, 2022
A message from the creator of Always Remember
From Marilyn Morales, the creator of Always Remember I lived this. My beloved family, much like the Santos family in Always Remember, left Cuba with nothing more than the clothes…
October 31, 2019
TESTIMONIALS

Donna Shalala
Former Member of Congress

Ileana Ros-Lehtinen
Former Member of Congress

Centro Cultural, Boston, MA

Community Newspapers, Miami, FL
Special thanks
These exceptional artists and wonderful human beings have contributed greatly to the development of Always Remember.
With all our hearts, we thank them!
Mauricio Villanueva Espinosa Tenor

Marinel Cruz
Soprano

Michael Duarte
Tenor / Set Designer

Cathy Portlock Pacitto
Soprano

Sarah Mawn
Soprano

Rachael Rogers
Mezzo Soprano

Alejandro Viera
Tenor

Erika Vasallo
Mezzo Soprano

Elizabeth Eccles
Soprano

Katie Ketchum
Mezzo Soprano

Steven King
Tenor

Linda Westgate
Soprano

Manny Perez
Vocal Instructor / Coach

Eric Christopher Perry
Tenor

Lisa Hadley
Mezzo Soprano / Alto

Bobby Brennan
Baritone

Tom Casale
Bassist

Randy Cloutier
Drummer / Percussionist

Steven Tinkham
Baritone

James Dolan
Pianist / Baritone

Ubaldo Henriquez
Actor / Emcee

Mabel Padron-Hernandez
Soprano

Joseph Monseur
Actor / Tenor / Guitarist

Bruce Breamer
Baritone

Michelle Bowlin
Mezzo / Percussionist

Nancy Cornish
Alto / Choral Director

Ellen Ugi
Alto

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Always Remember!
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