Posted on Thursday, February 12, 2026
The Titan Theatre Group at Westminster College will present “Big Fish: The Musical,” a heartfelt and visually stunning Broadway musical, at the Beeghly Theater in Westminster's Patterson Hall beginning Friday, Feb. 20.
Based on the beloved 1998 novel, “Big Fish: A Novel of Mythic Proportions” by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed 2003 film directed by Tim Burton, the musical—written by screenwriter John August—features music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa.
“Big Fish” tells the story of Edward Bloom—portrayed by Kole Alcorn ’26, a senior psychology and criminal justice studies major from Eau Claire, Pa.—a traveling salesman whose larger-than-life tales captivate everyone around him—especially his loving wife, Sandra—played by Braidyn Rigsbee ’29, a first-year elementary education student from New Castle, Pa.
As Edward nears the end of his life, his son Will—played by Nolan Lapikas ’28, a sophomore biology major from Sharpsville, Pa.—sets out to understand the truth behind his father’s extraordinary stories, discovering the power of imagination, legacy and love along the way.
This Westminster College production is led by director and Titan Theatre Group adviser Gloria Rigsbee, with Katie Lyons ’25 serving as music director and James Dworek as technical director.
Student leaders on the production team include choreographer Danika Davis ’27, a junior molecular biology major from Hermitage, Pa., stage manager Rae Montgomery ’27, a junior accounting major from Franklin, Pa., and costume designer Braydan Springer ’28, a sophomore music education major from West Salem, Ohio. Davis is also a member of the ensemble, and Springer is cast in multiple roles as Don Price, General Patterson and a member of the ensemble.
Performances will take place on the following dates:
• Friday, Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday, Feb. 22 at 2 p.m.
• Friday, Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m.
The show is open to the public. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for senior citizens and military members and $10 for children. Tickets are available online at https://titan.booktix.com.
The Titan Theatre Group is a student organization that provides students an opportunity to start or continue their journey in theatre.
For more information about the production or Titan Theatre Group, please contact Rigsbee at rigsbegc@westminster.edu.
Additional Student Information
Butler, PA
Maysen Stewart, a senior music education major, is cast as an Alabama Lamb and is a member of the ensemble.
Kathryn Fitch, a junior child and family studies major, is cast in multiple roles as The Over-Excited Scout, School Teacher and is a member of the ensemble.
Corry, PA
Noah West, a sophomore political science major, is cast as Karl the Giant.
Dayton, PA
Sophia Smith, a first-year music education and vocal music performance double major, is cast as The Mermaid and is a member of the ensemble.
Ellwood City, PA
Morgan Myers, a sophomore, is cast in multiple roles as The Mayor, Giant’s Girlfriend and is a member of the ensemble.
Hermitage, PA
Minnie Dischert, a senior majoring in psychology and music as a second major, is cast as Jenny Hill and is a member of the ensemble.
Liam Slicker, a first-year music education major, is cast as Amos Calloway.
Kersey, PA
Gavin Winston, a first-year psychology major, is cast in multiple roles as Zacky Price, The Fisherman, Red Fang and is a member of the ensemble.
Latrobe, PA
Leo Hoopes, a sophomore music education and marketing and professional sales double major, is cast as Doctor Bennett and is a member of the ensemble.
New Castle, PA
Guilia Fenner, a senior mathematics major, is cast as an Alabama Lamb, The Cheerleader and is a member of the ensemble.
Pittsburgh, PA
Jake Wagner, a junior history major, is cast as Young Will and is a member of the ensemble.
Carrie Wynn, a first-year pre-nursing major, is cast as The Sharecropper and is a member of the ensemble.
Lindsey Davis, a junior child and family studies major, is cast as The Shepherd and is a member of the ensemble.
Stoystown, PA
Ruby Mostoller, a sophomore biochemistry major, is cast as The Little Girl, The TV Narrator and is a member of the ensemble.
Volant, PA
Taylor Kendall, a junior elementary education major, is cast as Josephine.
West Sunbury, PA
Veronica Miller, a first-year majoring in education and music education, is cast as The Shotgun Toter and is a member of the ensemble.
Atlantic Heights, NJ
Elena Macdonald, a junior music major, is cast as The Witch and is a member of the ensemble.
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By Betsy Fontaine Hildebrand ’92
Betsy Fontaine Hildebrand ’92 is the director of communication in Westminster College's Office of Marketing and Communication.
