Hip Hop Cinderella Illustration

Hip Hop Cinderella

April 13 - May 21, 2023

Written by Scott Elmegreen
Music and Lyrics by Rona Siddiqui
Story Adaptation by Linda Chichester & David Coffman
World Premiere

Hip Hop Cinderella

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop

The galaxy has lost its mojo, and it is up to Cinderella and her rapping robot companion Runka to get it back. This futuristic remake of a classic fairytale is complete with a wicked stepmother, two social media obsessed stepsisters, and a dreamy prince who is throwing a Rap Competition to turn the beat around. “Ella C” attends the rap competition but ends up leaving behind a glittering sneaker that sends the prince and her wicked stepmother on a warp-speed chase throughout the galaxy.

Show Length

60 Minutes- No Intermission

Recommended Ages

Pre K and up

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Language

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  • Characters call one another names such as “brat” and “loser.” Characters purposely mispronounce Cinderella’s name as a form of name calling. One song repeats the phrase “Shake your mass.” Lady Zurka speaks of objectifying the prince.

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Violence and Scariness

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  • The stepsisters threaten to fill Runka, a robot, with water.

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Sensory Advisories

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  • This is a musical and thus, there may be times where the music gets loud. There are theatrical effects, involving sound, lighting, and smoke, throughout the show.

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Potentially Anxious Moments

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  • The “cosmonet” goes out but later returns. See “Violence and Scariness”.

Other Things to Know

This musical is based on the Brothers Grimm Cinderella fairy tale. Ella C. deals with the grief of losing her father. The Zurka family is wealthy and view themselves as superior to Runka, the house staff they refer to as “the help.” A character is depressed and another promises a therapist and that he is not alone. Pop culture (ex: Gucci) and social media references. There will not be an intermission.

Social Story

A Social Story is a tool to help improve a child’s understanding of expectations during an unfamiliar event. They were originally designed to support neurodivergent individuals. However, this can be a useful tool for any person who is unsure about what to expect from a new experience.

Cast & Crew

Meet the people behind the production.

Sarah Michele Bailey

STEP MOTHER

Meggan Utech

STEP SISTER

Jordan Tudor

STEP SISTER

Maya Riley

ELLA

James Rudolph II

Runka

Gerold Oliver

Prince
Ernie Nolan

Ernie Nolan

Director

Dominic Moore-Dunson

Choreographer

Sarah Michele Bailey

Step Mother

Meggan Utech

Step Sister

Jordan Tudor

Step Sister

Maya Riley

Ella

Sarah Michele Bailey

Step Mother

Meggan Utech

Step Sister

Jordan Tudor

Step Sister

Maya Riley

Ella

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Each NCT production schedules a Neuro-Inclusive Performance, ASL Interpreted Performance, and Discovery Day (Post Show Q&A) so everyone can enjoy.

Before You Take Your Seat

Unique preshow lobby activities that explore the show's themes are available for the entire family to enjoy an hour before every performance.

Not a Bad Seat in the House

Whether you're tall or small, there's not a bad seat in the auditorium. Booster seats are available so everyone can see the magic.

What To Expect

Accessibility

NCT is completely wheelchair accessible, and we make accommodations for mobility and physical disabilities.

Attention Aids

We always us visual schedules - so students know what to expect. We also include access to sand timers, bubble timers, and visual clock timers.

Chill Corner

Our ‘chill corner’ is a place where students can take a break if an game is becoming too over-stimulating. Noise-reducing headphones are also available.

Helpful Visuals

We always us visual schedules - so students know what to expect. We also include access to sand timers, bubble timers, and visual clock timers.

Class Expectations

All classes utilize verbal as well as discussed written expectations so students understand classroom behavioral expectations

Class Nametags

All class nametags are printed in the color and have the name of the class color printed on them for colorblind students.

Convenient Location

We're located just a few blocks from Downtown Nashville, near hotels, restaurants, and other popular attractions.

Free Parking

From minivans to caravans, we have space for you in our dedicated lot. Parking is always free and easy at NCT.

Accessibility

NCT is completely wheelchair accessible, and we make accommodations for mobility and physical disabilities.

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