35mm: A Musical Exhibition

35mm: A Musical Exhibition

35mm: A Musical Exhibition is a concert-style production of the dynamic song cycle by Ryan Scott Oliver, presented through the lens of emerging NYC artists. The show bridges the worlds of music, photography, and performance, using bold visuals and live vocals to explore themes of memory, identity, and human connection.

This production will reimagine 35mm as an immersive theatrical concert, highlighting the storytelling potential of music and image in tandem. Each photograph-inspired song is performed live with a six-piece band and a diverse cast of singer-actors, all underscored by projected photography that complements and expands the narrative.

This project marks the first public presentation by Half A Soul Productions, a newly-formed creative entity committed to building bold, collaborative performance experiences. With a focus on inclusivity, artistic risk-taking, and honest storytelling, Half A Soul Productions aims to develop additional works in the years following 35mm, supporting early-career artists and fostering connection across disciplines.

Featuring:

Kimmi Zimmermann - A vibrant musical theatre performer and proud graduate of Texas State University, where she earned her BFA in Musical Theatre in 2022. Shortly after graduating, Kimmi took to the seas as a lead vocalist aboard the Azamara Quest, performing around the world and sharing her dynamic voice and stage presence with international audiences. Follow her journey at kimmizimmermann.com or on social media ekimmi.z

Claire E. Mercier - A New York City-based actor, writer, and emerging producer. She brings a bold, honest voice to her original theatrical work, with a focus on connection, authenticity, and emotionally resonant storytelling. Favorite performance credits include Olive in Spelling Bee (EPIC Players), Swing in A Chorus Line (Dir. Luis Villabon), Claudia in Nine (Dir. Joe Barros), and The Music Man (Weston Theater Company). BFA: CAP21 Conservatory at Molloy College and an alum of Interlochen Arts Academy. www.claireemercier.com /efinding.claireity

Bryan George Rowell - Bryan, from Boston, has been living in Brooklyn for almost 9 years. He is a graduate of the New York Film Academy's Musical Theatre Program. He has also studied with The Barrow Group and CAP21 Conservatory. His most notable role was playing the title character of Blippi in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour where he played arenas and theaters all around the country. Currently, he is working on Broadway in Stranger Things: The First Shadow as a Child Guardian. Avalon Artists Group. @bryangeorgerowell

Jimmy Schumacher - Jimmy is a New York--based actor and writer. Born in Long Island, he studied musical theatre at CAP21/Molloy University. Jimmy has appeared off-Broadway in the rock musical Between Gods and Kings, toured the US in Rosie Revere, Engineer and A Christmas Carol with TheaterWorks USA, and most recently sailed around the world with Azamara Cruises as a lead vocalist. VO credits include Yu-Gi-Oh! Sevens. Represented by FSE Talent and CTC Talent Group. So much love to K, mom, dad, and Amanda.

Conor Tague - Hailing from the world of Broadway, Conor made his debut as Tommy in How To Dance In Ohio. He is also a graduate of the Professional Conservatory of Musical Theatre at New York Film Academy, and has performed in many fundraisers and shows from EPIC Players and Action Play Organizations. He's very excited to reunite and perform with friends Claire and Bryan as well as be part of the creative side of this project.

Ava Diane Tyson - Ava is an Arizona native whose passion for storytelling led her to NYC in 2018. She graduated from CAP21 Conservatory with her BFA in 2022. Most recently she wrapped 2 feature films, and was seen as Ariel in Footloose with Norwegian Cruise Lines. Her favorite role to date has been Lizzie in Lizzie the Musical (Dir. Marina Montesanti). avadianetyson.com