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!
For details, please email:
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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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