DEBUT PERFORMANCE | JULY 2027 | WESTERVILLE, OHIO
HOBOKEN: A New Original Musical
Hoboken follows Teddy Granata, a young man who leaves his predictable life, family, and his girlfriend to ride the rails during the Great Depression. He wants adventure and the freedom to choose his own future. On the road, he finds a community fighting to survive.
Rooted in America’s musical heritage, this original two-act musical explores family, freedom, and the cost of chasing adventure. With heart and humor, it gives voice to people too easily ignored, while asking what we owe to those we leave behind.
What happens when the life you want takes you away from everyone you love?
Read the synopsis and meet the characters.
Peek behind the curtain of the development of our new musical as we document our road to the stage.
Listen to demo recordings and watch performances from readings, rehearsals, and concerts.
After years of telling other people’s stories, Katey Munger, Michael Neary, and Michael Ruehrmund decided to write their own.
Three longtime friends and theatre people. One idea that wouldn’t leave them alone. Meet the writers of Hoboken.
With the Westerville Symphony Orchestra
Michael Neary as Teddy; Cassie Figliola as Emilia;
Westerville Civic Theatre Ensemble