Judith Miller, a theater veteran, makes her TheatreWorks debut in the world premiere musical Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean, directed by Giovanna Sardelli. This adaptation of Ed Graczyk's play explores the lives of an all-female fan club commemorating James Dean's death. Miller's connection to the character Sissy as a breast cancer survivor and mother of a transgender child lends her new depth. After retiring, she seized her chance to perform despite her high-tech day job previously limiting her availability. The show creatively blends contemporary themes with regional insights.
Judith Miller's longevity in theater is highlighted by her role in the world premiere musical adaptation, Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean.
Miller connects deeply to the character Sissy, reflecting on her experiences as a breast cancer survivor and the mother of a transgender child.
With age comes wisdom, enhancing Judith's understanding of the character's struggles and the themes of conservativeness and personal reflection in the show.
The creative team of the musical adaptation—book by Ashley Robinson, music by Dan Gillespie Sells, and lyrics by Shakina—brings a fresh perspective to the original play.
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