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Music and Lyrics by

Lin-Manuel Miranda,

Opetaia Foa'i &

Mark Mancina

Music and Orchestrations

Adapted and Arranged by

Ian Weinberger

Book Adapted by

Susan Soon He Stanton

Based on the 2016 Disney film Moana

Directed by Tressa Neemann

Assistant Director Nora Erickson

Stage Manager Hayden Meier

Assistant Stage Manager Lauren Culver

Music Director Malcolm Witte

Assistant Music Director Izzy Hummel

Choreographer Ben Michael

Assistant Choreographer Kayah Amen

Publicity Manager Madison Johnson

Technical Producer Austin Ockinga

Set Designer Tyson Peters

Costume Designer Avery Behrend, Leah Booth

Lighting Designer Brysen Adams

Props Master Emma Jiskra

Sound Designer Austin Ockinga

Spots Designer Keegan Benson

Sound/Mic Manager Allison Brandl

Teacher Sponsor Brittany Hying

ABOUT MOANA

Moana is a celebration of the rich stories of Oceania and is based on the beliefs and cultures of real people. In creating the original film, the producers at Disney Animation formed an Oceanic Trust. This group of anthropologist, cultural practitioners, historians, linguists, and choreographers from islands including Samoa, Tahiti, Mo'orea, and Fiji was integral in the creation of the film, providing feedback and notes on character design, song lyrics, and the depiction of culture onscreen. This respect and careful attention to detail was carried forward in the creation of Moana JR. for the stage. Each production of the show is supplied with a Director's Guide, a Pronunciation Guide, and Choreography Video demonstrations, providing information, research, and best practices for respectfully celebrating Oceanic culture.

Disney's Moana JR. is presented through special arrangement with, and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, New York, NY (212) 541-4684 mtishows.com