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THE PLOT

Is there a difference between justice
and revenge?

The Count of Monte Cristo follows Edmond Dantès, a young, naive sailor who is framed for treason by three menone for money, one for honor and one for love.

After escaping prison and coming into possession of an incredible fortune, Dantès, fashioning himself the Count of Monte Cristo, now has the means to make those who have wronged him pay.

But what is the price of revenge? And will it come at the cost of any happiness Edmond Dantès may have yet to find?

THE PLOT

Is there a difference between justice and revenge?

The Count of Monte Cristo follows Edmond Dantès, a young, naive sailor who is framed for treason by three menone for money, one for honor and one for love.

After escaping prison and coming into possession of an incredible fortune, Dantès, fashioning himself the Count of Monte Cristo, now has the means to make those who have wronged him pay.

But what is the price of revenge? And will it come at the cost of any happiness Edmond Dantès may have yet to find?

THE CAST

The Characters

Based on the classic novel by Alexandre Dumas

Edmond Dantès

A sailor falsely accused and imprisoned, now back for revenge.

Mercédès Herrera

Edmond’s fiancée, who believes him dead, but now has reason to hope.

Abbé Faria

A priest Edmond meets while in prison, who provides him with guidance and the means to escape.

Adrien Danglars

A member of Edmond’s crew who wants the captaincy for himself.

Gérard de Villefort

A government official with something to hide.

Fernand Mondego

In love with Mercédès, Fernand is not above some trickery to get rid of the competition.

Luigi Vampa

The captain of a crew of pirates who gives Edmond a hand—and a few lessons.

THE CAST

The Characters

The Characters

Based on the classic novel by Alexandre Dumas

Edmond Dantès

A sailor falsely accused and imprisoned, now back for revenge.

Abbé Faria

A priest Edmond meets while in prison, who provides him with guidance and the means to escape.

Gérard de Villefort

A government official with something to hide.

Luigi Vampa

The captain of a crew of pirates who gives Edmond a hand—and a few lessons.

Mercédès Herrera

Edmond’s fiancée, who believes him dead, but now has reason to hope.

Adrien Danglars

A member of Edmond’s crew who wants the captaincy for himself.

Fernand Mondego

In love with Mercédès, Fernand is not above some trickery to get rid of the competition.

Edmond Dantès

A sailor falsely accused and imprisoned, now back for revenge.

Abbé Faria

A priest Edmond meets while in prison, who provides him with guidance and the means to escape.

Gérard de Villefort

A government official with something to hide.

Luigi Vampa

The captain of a crew of pirates who gives Edmond a hand—and a few lessons.

Mercédès Herrera

Edmond’s fiancée, who believes him dead, but now has reason to hope.

Adrien Danglars

A member of Edmond’s crew who wants the captaincy for himself.

Fernand Mondego

In love with Mercédès, Fernand is not above some trickery to get rid of the competition.

THE DEMO

“Justice isn’t given, it is something you must take…”

“Justice isn’t given, it is something you must take…”

Listen to five songs from the musical.

THE TALENT

MAIN VOCALS

MAIN VOCALS

Vincent Michael as Edmond Dantès
Vincent Michael as Edmond Dantès
Vincent Michael as Edmond Dantès
Vincent Michael as Edmond Dantès
Mary Kate Morrissey as Mércèdes Herrera
Mary Kate Morrissey as Mércèdes Herrera
Mary Kate Morrissey as Mércèdes Herrera
Mary Kate Morrissey as Mércèdes Herrera
Nik Walker as Luigi Vampa
Nik Walker as Luigi Vampa
Nik Walker as Luigi Vampa
Nik Walker as Luigi Vampa
Jeremy Stolle as Abbé Faria
Jeremy Stolle as Abbé Faria
Jeremy Stolle as Abbé Faria
Jeremy Stolle as Abbé Faria

PIRATES

PIRATES

Carson Collins
Carson Collins
Carson Collins
Carson Collins
Kevin W. Egan
Kevin W. Egan
Kevin W. Egan
Kevin W. Egan
John Sygar
John Sygar
John Sygar
John Sygar
Hank von Kolnitz
Hank von Kolnitz
Hank von Kolnitz
Hank von Kolnitz

ADDITIONAL VOCALS

ADDITIONAL VOCALS

Marika Countouris
Marika Countouris
Marika Countouris
Marika Countouris
John Tafone
John Tafone
John Tafone
John Tafone

INSTRUMENTATION

INSTRUMENTATION

Skyla Budd — Harp
Skyla Budd — Harp
Skyla Budd — Harp
Skyla Budd — Harp
Matthew Fitzsimmons — Trumpet
Matthew Fitzsimmons — Trumpet
Matthew Fitzsimmons — Trumpet
Matthew Fitzsimmons — Trumpet
Juan Felipe Mayora — Drums, Percussion
Juan Felipe Mayora — Drums, Percussion
Juan Felipe Mayora — Drums, Percussion
Juan Felipe Mayora — Drums, Percussion
Josh Plotner — Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, English Horn, Clarinet, Bassoon
Josh Plotner — Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, English Horn, Clarinet, Bassoon
Josh Plotner — Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, English Horn, Clarinet, Bassoon
Josh Plotner — Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, English Horn, Clarinet, Bassoon
Megan Sesma — Harp
Megan Sesma — Harp
Megan Sesma — Harp
Megan Sesma — Harp
Mioi Takeda — Violin
Mioi Takeda — Violin
Mioi Takeda — Violin
Mioi Takeda — Violin
Romulo Viana — Classical Guitar
Romulo Viana — Classical Guitar
Romulo Viana — Classical Guitar
Romulo Viana — Classical Guitar

PRODUCTION

PRODUCTION

Marika Countouris — Recording Engineer
Marika Countouris — Recording Engineer
Marika Countouris — Recording Engineer
Marika Countouris — Recording Engineer
Andrew Howell — Advising Conductor
Andrew Howell — Advising Conductor
Andrew Howell — Advising Conductor
Andrew Howell — Advising Conductor
Andrew Jordan — Recording Engineer; Electric Guitar, Bass, Additional Percussion
Andrew Jordan — Recording Engineer; Electric Guitar, Bass, Additional Percussion
Andrew Jordan — Recording Engineer; Electric Guitar, Bass, Additional Percussion
Andrew Jordan — Recording Engineer; Electric Guitar, Bass, Additional Percussion
Paul Kneusel — Audio Production; Keyboard, Cello
Paul Kneusel — Audio Production; Keyboard, Cello
Paul Kneusel — Audio Production; Keyboard, Cello
Paul Kneusel — Audio Production; Keyboard, Cello
John Tafone — Music Direction, Orchestrations, Piano, Additional Percussion
John Tafone — Music Direction, Orchestrations, Piano, Additional Percussion
John Tafone — Music Direction, Orchestrations, Piano, Additional Percussion
John Tafone — Music Direction, Orchestrations, Piano, Additional Percussion

PRESS

In the News

In the News

Demo Release

Demo Release

Mary Kate Morrissey and Vincent Michael star in the five-song recording backed by a 25-piece orchestra.

Page to Stage Festival

Page to Stage Festival

An abridged version of this show was performed at the Page to Stage Festival at the Kennedy Center.

John Tafone

Elena Tafone

CONTACT INFO

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Let's Get In Touch