Heath Calvert as Andrew Jackson
Although I did not get to exclusively enjoy the production as I was focused on photographing the performance, I will say that what I did pick up was very entertaining AND educational. I remember bits and pieces about Andrew Jackson's political legacy from history classes in school, but none of it ever really stuck with me and pushed me to actually form an opinion on his ideas. This production certainly makes that happen. From his betrayal and exile of the American Indians, to his self-centered way of thinking during his Presidency, it is very clear to see that this contemporary musical serves to educate audience members on some of America's darker historical undertakings. All of that aside, here are some of the photos from the show! Enjoy!
Rachel Zampelli as Rachel Jackson (L) and Heath Calvert as Andrew Jackson (R)
Ryan Sellers as Blackhawk (L) and Heath Calvert as Andrew Jackson (R) with ensemble members
Rachel Zampelli as Rachel Jackson (L) and Heath Calvert as Andrew Jackson (R)
From left to right: Heath Calvert as Andrew Jackson, Davis Hasty as Martin Van Buren, Pomme Koch as John Calhoun, Ben Horen as James Monroe, Matt Dewberry as Henry Clay, and Alex Mills as John Quincy Adams
Rachel Zampelli as Rachel Jackson (L) and Heath Calvert as Andrew Jackson (R)
I am also happy to report that my photos have been published in the Washingtonian Magazine, playbill.com, DC Metro Theatre Arts, and DC Theatre Scene web-sites thus far. Some links:
In other news, I have just been editing for a wedding and developing new marketing materials for August/September so be on the look-out for those!
All images owned and copyrighted by Scotty Beland.
