Wright State Theatre to present rom-com musical ‘The Wedding Singer’

Wright State’s production of The Wedding Singer follows Robbie Hart, a down-on-his-luck wedding entertainer, as he fights to regain his footing and discovers unexpected love amid a burst of ’80s color, comedy and choreography. (Photos by Erin Pence)

Wright State University Theatre will transport audiences back to the 1980s with the high-energy romantic comedy musical “The Wedding Singer,” running Nov. 13–23 in the Festival Playhouse in the Creative Arts Center.

“The Wedding Singer” revisits an era of big hair, neon colors and upbeat pop anthems as wedding singer Robbie Hart tries to find love after being left at the altar. Based on the hit film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, the stage musical captures the movie’s offbeat humor, heartfelt charm and infectious ’80s energy.

“‘The Wedding Singer’ is a fast-paced story with high-energy choreography that will have the audience moving in their seats,” said director Jamie Cordes, senior lecturer of theatre. “The score honors the exciting pop and rock music from the time, and who doesn’t love a romantic comedy?”

Cordes said the production highlights the triple-threat training Wright State theatre students receive.

“The show demands skillful singing, acting and dancing, and this cast shines in all areas,” he said.

The production team includes music director Wade Russo, choreographer Ashley Pabst, associate choreographer Aidan Edwards, lighting designer Matt Benjamin and sound designer James Dunlap.

On the stage, “The Wedding Singer” features Wright State students David Hap Cremean as Robbie Hart, Lior Shaham as Sammy, Gavin O’Meara as George, Miranda Morrissette as Julia Sullivan, Baylee Simone Mallin as Holly, Eoin Collins as Glen Guglia, Hannah Rose Wilkerson as Rosie, Sylvia Caridad Bordelois as Linda, Jordan Allen as Sweet Jim/Mr. T Impersonator and Grace Goodwin as Angie.

The ensemble includes Palyce Berrian, Ally Jo Buck, Jackson Church, Alia Dalton, Landon Gleeson, Enoch Graham, Sierra Jobman, Jake Jonesco, Emma Kopec, Darius Ragland and Alex Thate.

Performances:

• Nov. 13 and 20 at 7:30 p.m.
• Nov. 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 8 p.m.
• Nov. 16, 22 and 23 at 2 p.m.

Tickets:

• $25 for adults
• $23 for people 60 and older
• $15 for students, faculty and staff

Purchase online at wrightliberalarts.universitytickets.com or at the Creative Arts Center box office weekdays from noon to 4 p.m.

Remaining 2025–26 theatre season schedule:

• “Only in New York,” Feb. 13–22, Herbst Studio Theatre
• “The History Boys,” Feb. 20–March 1, Festival Playhouse
• “1776,” March 26–April 5, Festival Playhouse
• “Hay Fever,” Wright State and Human Race Theatre special collaboration, April 2026, Loft Theatre