As the Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre raises the curtain on its 2025 theatrical season, "The Last Five Years" takes center stage from February 28 to March 9. An emotional rollercoaster of a musical by Jason Robert Brown, the Off-Broadway classic has consistently drawn praise for its moving score and distinctive storytelling since its debut in 2002. The Strand's own production stars Catherine Moulton and Domenic Jungling, who, through their characters Cathy and Jamie, navigate the twists and turns of a love story told from two different temporal perspectives.
The musical's experimental narrative dutifully follows Jamie's story in chronological order, while Cathy's experience unfolds in the opposite direction, which culminates in a poignant narrative convergence that only a show of this creative caliber can deliver. Directed by Manda Costoulas and Savannah Patton, with the Strand confirming music direction by Kevin Sanders, this show promises not just to tell a story, but to deliver an intense emotional experience. Having been quoted as saying, "Catherine and Domenic are going to blow audiences away as Cathy and Jamie," Costoulas shared her excitement for the show in a statement obtained by the City of Marietta's official website.
The rest of the Strand's season lineup boasts classics and crowd-pleasers like "Grease," "Jukebox Giants: Motown & More!," "Bright Star," "Sanders Family Christmas," and "A Christmas Tradition." Tickets are already on sale and can be snagged either online or directly at the Strand Theatre Box Office. With performances scheduled throughout the first week of March, patrons are encouraged to reserve their seats as soon as possible to ensure they don't miss out on this staple of contemporary musical theatre, as per the City of Marietta.
Performance dates and times for "The Last Five Years" have been released, offering a mix of evening shows and weekend matinees to accommodate varying schedules. Audiences eager to experience the Strand's rendition of love's complex melodies will find ample opportunities from the end of February through early March. Details including exact dates and showtimes for "The Last Five Years" and subsequent productions can be found on the City of Marietta government website.
