Tick, Tick…Boom!

Before Rent, there was Tick, Tick… Boom!. This semi-autobiographical musical by Jonathan Larson, the Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning composer of Rent, is the story of a composer and the sacrifices that he made to achieve his big break in theatre.

Set in 1990, this compelling story of personal discovery is presented as a rock musical filled with instantly appealing melodies and a unique blend of musical theatre styles. Led by local actor, John Kish (Hedwig ’22) as Jonathan, this show aims to dive into the mind of a true and struggling artist. Director Kisky Holwerda, is creating her own artistic flair as a nod to the nostalgia and period that was the early 90s. The cast is beautifully filled out by Lily Nikzad (Little Shop of Horrors ’23) as Susan, and Steven Mays as Michael. Come immerse yourself in what will be a brilliant new take on a contemporary classic from one of Bend’s most exciting theater spaces – The Greenhouse Cabaret.