Ring of Fire
- March 18, 2026 / Wednesday 7:00PM First Look
- March 19, 2026 / Thursday 7:00PM First Look
- March 20, 2026 / Friday 7:00PM Opening Night
- March 21, 2026 / Saturday 4:00PM
- March 22, 2026 / Sunday 2:00PM Donor Appreciation Night
With a powerhouse creative team and world-class actor-musicians, Ring of Fire celebrates the music and legacy of The Man in Black. Featuring more than 30 of Johnny Cash’s greatest hits—including “Ring of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” and “I Walk the Line”—this high-spirited musical pays homage to his Arkansas roots and the love, faith, and grit that shaped his storied life.
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Cast
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Johnny - Kurt Zischke*
J.R. - Bill Scott Sheets*
June - Caitlin McKechney*
Viv - Kim Blanck*
Marshall - Eric Scott Anthony*
Luther - Ryan Guerra
Marshall - Eric Scott Anthony
Understudy - Kristen Lintvedt
Understudy - Crayton Haney
*Indicates Member of Actors' Equity Association
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Creative Team
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Director - Kate Bergstrom
Music Director - Chuck Mead
Choreographer - Taavon Gamble
Scenic Designer - Scott C. Neale
Costume Designer - Renee Garcia
Lighting Designer - Jayson Lawshee-Gress
Sound Designer - Amanda Werre
Wig Designer - Christy Anderson
Casting Director - Delaney Piggins
Stage Manager - Kelly Hardy
Assistant Director - Gregory Almanza
Assistant Scenic Designer - José Manuel Díaz-Soto
Assistant Costume Designer - Bria Trachsel
Assistant Stage Manager - Shannon B. Sturgis
Production Assistant - Kentrell Jamison
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St. Louis Art Museum Tours
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March 22 & 29, 1:00-2:00pm Welcome Desk,
Sculpture Hall, Saint Louis Art MuseumJoin a guided tour of SLAM’s collection inspired by the 2024 Pulitzer Winner for Drama, Primary Trust, that examines themes of childhood trauma, nostalgia, and the search for balance between friendships and loneliness.
Free; no reservations required.
This tour is an excellent way to enhance understanding of the production and to reflect on the connections between visual art and theater. Groups are limited to 15 participants per educator.
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Shuttle to The Rep
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April 12 at 2:00pm; Shuttle departs the library at 1:15pm.
Florissant Valley Branch Library, 195 New Florissant Rd.
Board the shuttle bus at the SLCL-Florissant Valley Branch Library location shortly after 1:00pm and journey to The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis for the 2:00pm Sunday matinee performance. This service is perfect for theatre lovers who want to enjoy our captivating performances without the hassle of driving. Shuttle bus riders can expect insights into the making of each show and lively group conversations post-performance.