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Gary Apple

Book, Music & Lyrics

Gary is a comedy writer with credits in network sitcoms, theater and animated television programs. His plays have received hundreds of productions nationwide. An episode of The Simpsons that he wrote, "Homer's Triple Bypass" was selected by Newsweek, Variety and multiple others as one of the top episodes of the series’ entire thirty seasons on the air. Having a show in Las Vegas is one his dreams and he's thrilled to be here on Fremont Street. He's a member of the BMI Musical Theatre Workshop and the BMI Librettist Workshop. 

Lorna Ventura

Director & Choreographer

Lorna’s exceptional career includes work on the Original Broadway productions of Wicked, Grease, All Shook Up, Harlem Song, and Nice Work If You Can Get It  -  as an Original Cast Member or Associate Choreographer  - alongside acclaimed talent like Idina Menzel, Stephanie J. Block, Kristen Chenowith, Rosie O’Donnell, Ben Vereen, and Joel Grey. She's collaborated with elite directors such as George C. Wolfe, Joe Mantello, Charles Randolph Wright, Jerry Mitchell and Kathleen Marshall. Most recent credits include,

Encores, The Life dir. Billy Porter and American Prophet, Arena Stage dir. Charles Randolph Wright.  Upcoming projects: Without You (Anthony Rapp @ New World Stages), Destiny of Desire, dir. Ruben Santiago Hudson @The Old Globe. Lorna was the Original Choreographer of Christmas In Hell and it's great fun to be in Las Vegas with this production and working with this team again.  She sends love to her family for their constant support and inspiration. 

Jessica Jourdan

Assistant Choreographer

Jessica Jourdan, a dancer originally from Chicago, IL. Jess studied dance at the University of South Florida as well Theatre Arts Preparatory School where she also trained in acting, and singing. Jess was a featured dancer in performances choreographed by Michael Foley and John Parks. She was also featured in CineView Studios "POPSTAR" as well as performing with Dani Maloney Dance Company.  Jessica also serves as the Swing for this production.