Exclusive Interview: Angela VanKempen & Jerry Haines of St. Dunstan’s ‘Head Over Heels’
Head Over Heels is one of the most delightfully unconventional musicals to reach Broadway in recent years. Set to the infectious hits of The Go-Go’s, the show transforms a 16th-century pastoral romance into a vibrant, contemporary celebration of love, identity, and self-discovery. What could have been a simple jukebox musical becomes something far more inventive: a witty, fast-paced comedy that embraces absurdity while delivering a surprisingly heartfelt message. What truly distinguishes Head Over Heels is its fearless commitment to inclusivity and joy. A joy that was radiating off of the director of St. Dunstan Theatre’s production of Head Over Heels, Jerry Haines, and cast member, Angela VanKempen, when we spoke to them about this musical!
In this exclusive BSB Insider interview, Haines and VanKempen discuss what drives them about this product and their excitement about bringing it to life. While VanKempen wasn’t too familiar with the musical prior to auditioning, Jerry Haines has had a deep love for the project since seeing the original Broadway cast in New York City! From a colorful design to the challenges of performing a show like Head Over Heels in an outdoor Greek theatre, there’s nothing off-limits in this exciting interview!
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Enjoy Head Over Heels at St. Dunstan’s Greek theatre!
There’s nothing quite like seeing a show at St. Dunstan’s Greek theatre, surrounded by nature and soaking up the first rays of summer. Head Over Heels runs at the Greek Theatre for one final weekend, so get your tickets now! Are you excited to see this production of Head Over Heels? Have you already checked it out? Share your thoughts on social media and tag @bsb.insider to continue the conversation!
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