Miramar Beach, FL — Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) raises the curtain on its 13th season with the Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, running September 18 through October 12 at ECTC’s stage in Grand Boulevard Town Center.
Step into the world of one of the most iconic singer-songwriters of all time. This inspiring
musical charts Carole King’s remarkable journey from a teenage songwriter penning hits for the biggest acts of the ’60s, to her rise as a world-renowned performer whose music defined a generation. Along the way, audiences will enjoy unforgettable classics like “You’ve Got a Friend,” “One Fine Day,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” and of course, “Beautiful.”
“Carole King’s music has been the soundtrack to so many lives, and her story is one of courage, creativity, and determination,” says ECTC Producing Artistic Director Nathanael Fisher. “Beautiful is more than a concert of hit songs, it’s an uplifting journey that reminds us how art can shape who we are and connect us to one another.”
Performances take place Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 7:00 p.m. as well as Sundays and Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m. in ECTC’s intimate theatre located upstairs at 560 Grand Boulevard, Suite 200 in Grand Boulevard Town Center. Come early to enjoy pre-show drinks in the lobby and lounge, filled with artwork by local artists sponsored by Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County.
The production is led by Director Nathanael Fisher with Assistant Director Trenton Bainbridge. The creative team includes Set & Lighting Designer Rebeca Lake, Choreographer Emily Bainbridge, Music Director Tom Baroco, Costume Designer Taylor Walker, Sound Engineer Gavin Young, and Properties & Assistant Stage Manager Ora Wolfgram. Cailey Mize serves as Stage Manager. The talented cast features Bella Burke
as Carole King, Zach Spafford as Gerry Goffin, Mikayla House Pillstrom as Cynthia Weil, Zach Ryan as Barry Mann, Chris Saltalamacchio as Don Kirschner, and Darla Briganti as Genie Klein. Maxwell Dennis appears as Neil Sedaka, a Righteous Brother, and in the Ensemble, alongside Calum Sullivan as Nick, a Righteous Brother, and Ensemble member. Halee Inez Terry portrays Betty, Marilyn Wald, and Ensemble roles, while Terrance McQueen, Zerrick Grant, Octavian Lewis, and Zamar Malik Griffin appear as Drifters
and Ensemble members. Ariana Chanell Ellis, Rajah Pound, Varyssa Henderson, and Milan Loreal bring the Shirelles to life on stage.
Tickets are available online at www.emeraldcoasttheatre.org or by calling the box office: (850) 684-0323. Season subscription packages are also available for those who don’t want to miss a single show of ECTC’s biggest season yet. ECTC also offers VIP Memberships which includes perks such as premium seats, complimentary drinks, and exclusive events.
ECTC’s 2025–2026 season is made possible with generous support from Grand Boulevard Town Center, St. Joe Community Foundation, Howard Group, along with Jerry and Alice Zich.
To make a tax-deductible donation, volunteer or learn more about Emerald Coast Theatre Company, call (850) 684- 0323 and visit www.emeraldcoasttheatre.org. Engage with ECTC on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
ABOUT EMERALD COAST THEATRE COMPANY
Emerald Coast Theatre Company is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit professional theatre founded in 2012 by Nathanael Fisher, MFA, and Anna Fisher, MA. Located in Miramar Beach, Florida, ECTC’s mission is to enrich and entertain the Emerald Coast community through professional productions, engaging educational programs, and a steadfast commitment to the arts. Educational outreach includes after-school and homeschool programs, touring and staged productions, summer camps, workshops, and classes that inspire creativity and connection for students of all ages.
MEDIA CONTACT
Cameron Hughes
cameron@emeraldcoasttheatre.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AUGUST 18 , 2025
EMERALD COAST THEATRE COMPANY 560 GRAND BOULEVARD, SUITE 200
MIRAMAR BEACH, FLORIDA 32550
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