Berkeley Playhouse, Berkeley CA

CATS

Assistant Director for Kimberly Dooley

An old theater, once forgotten but still holding a spark of magic, is brought back to life by a troupe of wonder-filled cats.

For this production, Clara was in charge of dramaturgy and character work. Because the show had a unique interpretation, they took Kimberly’s vision and translated it into an individual approach for each actor, helping to develop their relationships to the songs, the context, and each other.

“Feline mischief and mystique in a unique theatrical experience bursting with whimsy and heart.”

Julia Morgan Theatre
May 22nd-June 28th, 2026

by Andrew Lloyd Webber
based on T.S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats
Directed by Kimberly Dooley
Assistant Directed by Clara Holland

Choreography: Kevin Gruwell
Music Direction: Michael Patrick Wiles
Stage Manager: Lindsay Howard
Prop Design: Peyton Whiteside
Scenic Design: Sarah Phykitt
Sound Design: Joshua Price
Costume Design: Ashley Renee
Hair and Makeup Design: Lyre Alston
Lighting Design: Sonia Wong

Videography: Jared Randolph
Photography: Ben Krantz Studio

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