Heathers: Musical cast

Heathers cast

Original Off Broadway Cast of Heathers the Musical (2014).

Original Off-Broadway cast of Heathers, performed at New World Stages in 2014. The show is a dark, witty musical adaptation of the 1989 film. With music, lyrics, and book by Laurence O'Keefe and Kevin Murphy, it brought new emotional depth and satirical bite to the teen tragedy genre.

Main Characters and Lead Performers.

• Veronica Sawyer – Barrett Wilbert Weed: The intelligent, disillusioned heroine pulled between popularity and conscience.
• Jason "J.D." Dean – Ryan McCartan: The brooding newcomer with a nihilistic streak and tragic past.

The Three Heathers – Social Queens of Westerburg.

• Heather Chandler – Jessica Keenan Wynn: The ruthless alpha, queen bee of the school.
• Heather McNamara – Elle McLemore: The cheerleader hiding insecurity behind a sunny mask.
• Heather Duke – Alice Lee: The ambitious second-in-command waiting to rise.

Other Key Students and School Archetypes.

• Martha Dunnstock – Katie Ladner: Sweet, bullied childhood friend of Veronica.
• Kurt Kelly – Evan Todd: Stereotypical jock, egotistical and impulsive.
• Ram Sweeney – Jon Eidson: Kurt's partner in crime, another arrogant football star.
• New Wave Party Girl – Charissa Hogeland: Symbol of fringe rebellion.
• Young Republicanette – Cait Fairbanks: Politically ambitious, image-conscious teen.
• Stoner Chick – Rachel Flynn: Mellow observer of the chaos.
• Beleaguered Geek – Dustin Sullivan: Socially outcast, often ignored voice of reason.
• Hipster Dork / Officer McCord – Dan Domenech: Dual roles as quirky student and stern adult.
• Preppy Stud / Officer Milner – AJ Meijer: Embodies both student privilege and law enforcement.

Adult Roles – Double Cast.

• Ram’s Dad / Big Bud Dean / Coach Ripper – Anthony Crivello: J.D.’s volatile father and the school coach.
• Kurt’s Dad / Veronica’s Dad / Principal Gowan – Daniel Cooney: Ensemble of adult authority figures.
• Veronica’s Mom / Ms. Fleming – Michelle Duffy: Both a parental figure and the tone-deaf guidance counselor.

The ensemble's chemistry defined the show's Off-Broadway success. Many went on to successful careers, including television, Broadway, and film. Their work helped cement Heathers as a cult classic reborn for the stage. Barrett Wilbert Weed’s and Ryan McCartan’s emotional arcs especially resonated, showcasing the complexity behind teenage angst.

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