Rella: The Musical – Workshop Production
Rella: The Musical – Workshop Production
By Bevin Victoria & Aaron Wheeler-Kay
Saturday, January 3 @ 6:45 PM
Sunday, January 4 @ 1:15 PM
Directed by Charles Grant
Music Directed by Karin Lissa Halsinger
ABOUT
Rella is an immersive new musical by Bevin Victoria and Aaron Wheeler-Kay. Combining circus arts, hip hop, and music traditions of North Africa and SW Asia, it reimagines the Cinderella story as a tale of resilience and empowerment.
The story follows Rella, a multi-ethnic orphan who discovers her power by connecting with her ancestry and unlikely allies — confronting questions of racial bias in the arts, maternal relationships, and what it truly means to find your voice and your home.
This one-week workshop will focus on developing four fully staged production numbers, along with additional songs presented in stripped-down format. Audiences at the January sharings will get a rare inside look at the creation process of a new musical in motion.
The Rella experience includes a pre- and post-performance bazaar, featuring food, drink, and wares available for purchase directly from local vendors. Come immerse yourself in the colorful world of this powerful story!
Content Notice:
People of all ages have attended and enjoyed this show.
Themes of racism, colorism, ableism and misogyny are present in the material.
Night Bazaar Vendors
- Wendy Rover, Roving Horse Henna
- Zaji Cox, Roving Performer
- Darlington Retail LLC
- Amel Tafsout, Amellal Spiritual Healing and Tarot
- Yemaya’s Inclinations
- PearlShique Jewelry
- Petals & Spells Apothecary
- H.A.L. F. Have A Little Faith
- Tōv Coffee Roaster



“Rella is a love letter to folks who feel like they don't belong. It’s about anyone who has ever felt unseen, and the power that comes from reclaiming your story. Presenting this at Portland Playhouse — a theatre celebrated for its bold, inclusive storytelling — feels like the perfect home for this next chapter.”
- Bevin Victoria, co-creator of Rella
CAST
YOUTH ENSEMBLE
CREATIVE TEAM & MUSICIANS
Thank You to our Funders & Sponsors:
Interested in Getting Involved?
We are always looking for volunteers as well as apprentices, crew members and corporate partnerships.