September 2024 – Diamond Head Theatre kicks off its 2024-25 season with a story that takes place in what locals affectionately call Hawaii’s ninth island and the garden island of Kauai. Honeymoon In Vegas opens on Friday, September 20 and has been extended to October 13. The public is invited to purchase tickets here for remaining seats not reserved by season subscribers.
Inspired by the 1992 hit film, Honeymoon in Vegas is a hilarious and heartwarming tale about Jack Singer, a man haunted by a promise to never marry made to his dying mother. When Jack proposes to his longtime girlfriend Betsy, their spontaneous trip to Las Vegas spirals into chaos when a high-stakes gambler is smitten by Betsy. What follows is a whirlwind of mistaken identities, outrageous Elvis impersonators, and surprising twists. Act II takes place in Kauai, where the island’s charm provides the humorous backdrop for themes of love, deception, and redemption.
Diamond Head Theatre’s cast reunites actor Aleks Pevec, who returns to his hometown of Honolulu to star with Jody Bill. The two last performed together on stage at Ruger Theatre in 2022 before the 80-year-old playhouse was demolished. Aleks plays Jack Singer and Jody Bill stars as Betsy Nola. Other luminaries include Amy Sullivan as Bea Singer, Jack Glasser as Buddy Rock/Roy Bacon, Kalani Hicks as Tommy Korman, Lee Nebe as Johnny Sandwich/Teihutu, Samuel Tafolo as Raymond and Aiko Schick as Mahi.
Hawaii’s Andrew Sakaguchi will direct and choreograph the musical. Mattea Mazzella and Jenny Shiroma are the show’s Musical Directors.
The 1992 film is based on a book by Andrew Bergman. Music and lyrics were created by Jason Robert Brown. The show features unforgettable songs by Brown including standout numbers like "I Love Betsy," "When You Say Vegas," and "Out of the Sun." The musical premiered on Broadway in January 2015.
Honeymoon In Vegas is presented through special arrangements with Music Theatre International (MTI). In addition, all authorized performance materials are supplied by MTI.
Watch the interview with the stars of Honeymoon In Vegas on Hawaii News Now.
