José is on a quest to avenge his deported brother. His unlikely friendship with Ben, the U.S. Attorney’s son, will mark the boundary between hope and tragedy. The Dividing Line by Michael Turnblom is a full-length musical in two acts for 10 principals plus ensemble with 1-2 featured soloists.
Listen to “Break These Walls” — After learning that Ben’s dad has misgivings about immigrants, José invites Ben to his barrio to see things for himself. José sung by Rehyan Rivera.
Listen to “Rage” — When Andy tells Ben the DOJ wants a warrant for José, the already tense discussion explodes, and Ben’s friends unload on him. Dom sung by Dom Elias Williams, Cerah sung by Julie Hinton.
Deuce is the fall guy at a ratty coffee shop, but when he is thrust into the role of lead barista, it goes too far. Co-written with BK Wells and based on Shakespeare’s Macbeth, Brewed Ambition is for a cast of 8 or can be expanded with an ensemble. Run time 75 mins. in one act.
Listen to “Power Play” — When new lead barista Deuce finally gets the others to listen to him, he exults in his newfound skill.
The Little Red Hen asks her farmyard friends to help her bake some bread, but when they tease her and refuse, a lesson is in store for all of them. Co-written with BK Wells, The Little Red Hen is for 4 adult or adolescent actors (SATB) to perform for children K-5, with optional ensemble. Run time 30 mins.
Listen to “Welcome to the Farm” (composer demo) — Meet Hen and her farmyard friends, each with their own personality.
Michael Turnblom, composer 