KOTA presented the Virtual Premiere Production on July 17 & 18, 2020
This was the FIRST production of the expanded cast edition since "Peace, Love and Cupcakes" premiered at NYMF in New York City in 2017, and is not available anywhere else at this time.
Based on the bestselling children's book series, Kylie Carson has a big problem: she’s different. She loves vampires, zombies, and all things pertaining to monster movies--one of the many reasons why kids at her new school avoid her like the Creature from the Black Lagoon. To sweeten up her image--and find a place where she belongs--Kylie starts a cupcake club (Peace, Love & Cupcakes), attended by three other socially invisible girls. Together, they forge a powerful friendship, figure out how to create crowd-pleasing cupcakes, and become a booming baking business that would make Martha Stewart envious. But when Meredith Mitchell, the resident Queen Bee, tries to sabotage their efforts, will Kylie have the courage to stand up to the bully and bring the school together? A musical that celebrates kid power, friendship, and standing up for who you are and what you believe in.
$4,000 was raised in support of NO BULLY from ticket sales!
CREATIVE TEAM
Based on the book by Sheryl & Carrie Berk
Book by Sheryl Berk, Carrie Berk & Jill Jaysen
Music and Lyrics by Rick Hip-Flores
Originally produced at NYMF in NYC.
Directed, Produced & Edited by Laura Luc
Music Direction and Tracks by Jack Richman
Choreographed by Jeorgi Smith
Assistant Directors Jeorgi Smith and Alyssa Luc
Production Assistant Miranda Jo DeMott
A note from our Founder & Artistic Director, Laura Luc:
During the COVID-19 pandemic, so much of the entertainment industry has closed its doors.
KOTA has decided to offer virtual productions and workshops, in order for young actors to continue their training, connect with theatre friends, and do what they love the most — perform.
These productions and workshops also allow KOTA to employ artists as teachers and special guests, since so many professionals are now out of work. Together, we will keep the arts thriving and help the industry bounce back. If you are not able to afford the tuition, please reach out to us and we can try our best to make it work.
We have received an incredible positive response from our students on our virtual programs, from both professional actors from Broadway, TV and film, to newcomers.
Thank you for supporting our small business and stay safe!
