Ring of Fire

  • March 29, 2026 / Sunday 2:00PM Post-Show Talkback Buy Tickets
  • April 01, 2026 / Wednesday 2:00PM Post-Show Talkback Buy Tickets
  • April 02, 2026 / Thursday 7:00PM Buy Tickets
  • April 03, 2026 / Friday 7:00PM Donor Appreciation Night Buy Tickets
  • April 04, 2026 / Saturday 4:00PM Buy Tickets

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

Johnny - Kurt Zischke*

J.R. - Andrew Frace*

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

Creative Team

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

Digital Program

Run Time & Content Transparency

This production runs 2 hours, including one 15 minute intermission.

Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash contains references to substance abuse, incarceration, violence, and mature themes drawn from Johnny Cash’s life and music. Recommended for Ages 10+

St. Louis Art Museum Tours

March 22 & 29, 1:00-2:00pm Welcome Desk,
Sculpture Hall, Saint Louis Art Museum

Join 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.

Shuttle to The Rep

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.