Details

The road to happiness is a bumpy ride. The Hoover family has more than a few troubles, but young Olive has her heart set on winning the Little Miss Sunshine beauty contest. When an invitation to compete comes out of the blue, the Hoovers must pile in to their rickety yellow camper van. Can it survive the 800-mile trip from New Mexico to California - and more importantly, can they? This uplifting, modern classic celebrates the quirks of every family, the potholes in every road, and the power of overcoming our differences.

Cast/Performers

Lucy O'Byrne (Sheryl), Mark Moraghan (Grandpa), Gabriel Vick (Richard), Paul Keating (Frank), Sev Keoshgerian (Dwayne), Evie Gibson (Olive - some dates), Sophie Hartley Booth (Olive - some dates), Lily Mae Denman (Olive - some dates), Ian Carlyle (Larry / Buddy), Imelda Warren-Green (Linda / Miss California), Matthew McDonald (Joshua Rose / Kirby), Jaimie Pruden, Jacob Jackson, Alicia Belgarde (Mean Girl), Scarlet Roche (Mean Girl), Elena Christie (Mean Girl)

Creatives/Company

Book by: James Lapine
Music(s): William Finn, Mark Crossland (musical supervision)
Lyrics: William Finn
Producer(s): Arcola Theatre, Selladoor Productions
Director: Mehmet Ergen
Design: David Woodhead
Musical Director: Arlene McNaught
Lighting: Richard Williamson
Sound: Olly Steel
Choreographer: Anthony Whiteman