Philip Michael Thomas and Sandi Morais
Producers and Writers
SACHA ON BROADWAY
an original modern day musical fairy-tale
A Story about LOVE, HOPE, COURAGE, and the
POWER within.
Book, lyrics and music by :
Philip Michael Thomas and Sandi Morais.
Company History:
In 1999 Philip Michael Thomas and Sandi Morais wrote their first children's book titled "Sacha and the Magic Cookie Maker Coloring Story Book and other short stories which was illustrated by Philip's eleven year old daughter Imajhananda Thomas. In 2001 Sacha and the Magic Cookie Company was established. The play Sacha and the Magic Cookie Maker evolved from the coloring storybook into a family musical and the World-Première opened at the Fort Lauderdale Children's Theater January 12th, 2001.
Sacha and the Magic Cookie Maker went on to open at Hampton University, Hampton, Virginia October 2001, then it opened at the Florida International University Mary Ann Wolfe Theater in August 2002, followed by the opening at the Hollywood Playhouse in August 2003. In February 2004 Sacha opened as a Musical Review at Ocean Reef Cultural Arts Center, Ocean Reef, Florida. Sacha A Musical Review also opened at the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center in January 2005, and at the Byron Carlyle Theater March 2005. The musical play was further developed and the story line and the title was changed from Sacha and the Magic Cookie Maker to "Sacha on Broadway. It is story about a young woman's dream to become a Broadway Star. The landmark production of Sacha on Broadway opened at the Theater of the Riverside Church in New York City September 23, 2005. In 2007 Sacha on Broadway opened at the historic Jones High School in Orlando, Florida.
First World Premiere was preformed to sold out audiences and rave reviews at the F.L.C.T. Ft, Lauderdale Children's Theater, Fort Lauderdale Florida, Directed by: Janet Erlick (Artistic Director) January 12th-28th 2001.
2nd production: At the Armstrong Theater, Hampton, Virginia,
( Director: Paul Patton) October 26th through October 28th, 2001.
Chloe Davis (dancing the ballet for Luna/Micaela.
at the Armstrong Theater, Hampton, Virginia.
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3rd production: Florida International University's Mary Ann
Wolfe Theater, August 2nd-4th, 2002. (Director: Sandi Morais)
Carlos Alayeto (Martin the Frog) singing "Change"
Mary Anne Wolfe Theatre (FIU)
4th production: At the Hollywood Playhouse, Hollywood,
Florida, August 23rd, 2003 (Director: Sandi Morais)
Debra Ginsberg (Harriet the Horrible Owl) is casting THE SPELL OF IMPOSSIBLE on Pahola Duque (Sacha) at the Hollywood Playhouse production.
Reviews from Hollywood Playhouse production submitted to
the Sun-Sentinel.
August 24, 2003
Alejandro Quispe 
Miami , FL
Although a fantasy for kids; Sacha does awaken our inner child. We all have imagination, but sometimes we misplace it. Thomas has a hit on his hands, period. Of special note is Debra Ginsberg who stole the show as "Harriet
The Owl"
August 24, 2003
Myles Barry Derison
Davie , Fl
If you were fortunate enough to be where I was last Saturday night, you would have traveled to a small corner of Hollywood, FL., (The Hollywood Playhouse) and been part of an enchantingly magical and musical evening. You could have blinked your eyes twice and been transported on a soft bed
of clouds to a far off place where dreams are realized and good triumphs over evil and love conquers all.
Such was the completely delightful production of Sacha; original story and music brought to you through the equally magical collaboration of Mr. Phillip Michael Thomas and Ms. Sandi Morais. And equal to their talent was their graciousness as they greeted all patrons who wished to speak to them, congratulate them and even pose for photographs.
We are taken on a fantasy trip with the young child Sacha, wonderfully portrayed by Pahola Duque, as she travels to the Forest of Imagination. Her journey is encouraged by her Magic Goodmother, warmly played by Jessica Baldwin and Goodie, vibrantly portrayed by Lila Jones. Sacha, though is equally challenged by the efforts of Sam The Snake, Dolly The Duck and
Ray The Rat (Sascha Saballet, Rachel Phelps and Farah L. Douyon). This band of characters are driven by the evil and all powerful overseer of the forest, Harriet The Owl, portrayed by Debra Ginsberg, who turns in a most commanding and stunningly dramatic performance.
Sacha, aided by the efforts of Martin The Frog, keenly portrayed by Nick Nixon, is able to overcome her own self doubts and comes to learn the lesson that love does, in fact, conquer all.
A strong supporting team of singers and dancers and the excellent efforts of Jerald Dorsett; Music Director and Wayne “Big Apple” Douthett on drums, helped to forge a spectacular musical event.
If you were not able to be there, I strongly recommend that you seek out this professional production and sit back and enjoy the “trip”.
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5th production of Sacha: February 28, 2004.
Sacha in Concert - Ocean Reef Cultural Arts Center.
Debra Ginsberg - Director
On February 28th, 2004 ten songs from "Sacha" were performed in a special performance entitled "Sacha in Concert" by Jon Peterson, Sharyn Bingham, Marlyn Sanchez, Phil Dorceant Jr, Debra Ginsberg, Miguel A. Romero along with Myles Barry Derison (narrator) at the Ocean Reef Cultural Arts Center, Ocean Reef, Florida to a sold out audience "Sacha in Concert" was also performed at the Broward Stage Door's 26th Street Theater 7th annual Curtain Up Awards on February 23rd, 2004. On February 29th, "Sacha in Concert" was performed at the Crystal Arts Extravaganza Gala Grand Opening for the Arts Academy of Hollywood in Hollywood, Florida.
MARLYN SANCHEZ at Ocean Reef Cultural Arts Center, Ocean Reef, Florida
Singing:
"FOLLOW YOUR HEART"
Philip Michael Thomas and Sandi Morais writers and producers
of "Sacha" on the red carpet at Ocean Reef Cultural Arts Center
February 28, 2004 for the production of Sacha in concert.
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6th Production:
Sacha A Musical Review: Holllywood Central Performing
Arts Center January 8-9, 2005.
SACHA (TIMETTA PHILLIPS) weeps for MARTIN THE FROG (PATRICK RYEL) during the transformation at the Hollywood Performing Arts Cultural Arts Center.
Reviews: FROM THE MUSICAL REVIEW at Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, Hollywood, Florida (January 8th & 9th 2005)
"How refreshing it was to see "Sacha" a show that is so uplifting and inspiring. The music is beautiful, the energy level is very high, but most important, the message is one that can affect people's lives. We need more messages like this one that carry hope in the way "Sacha" does. I encourage people to bring their families and friends to see "Sacha."
TV host Meredith Porte - WLRN Artstreet. -
"Sacha" is a most enjoyable presentation."
The Legend - Horace Forbes -WAVS Radio host
"I enjoyed "Sacha" immensely and my mom did too. The singing was superb."
Susan Brandon - Kendall, Florida
"Sacha" was wonderful! loved the music, story and talent."
Leslie Llowenthal - Aventura Charter Elementary School.
"The road to success is not easy" "Everything happens in its own time." " Pursue your dreams with a passion. " "Change has to come from you." These are just a small sampling of the powerful statements that resonated in "Sacha". As a nationally, internationally, and locally renown private educator who has worked in the florida community for the past 30 years in teaching frustrated children to learn to read, this play is one of the most empowering literary pieces I have seen in decades. We need to encourage and empower our youth, and this play is a must for every child and adolescent.
Dr. Deborah Levy
Psychologist, North Miami Beach.
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7th Production - Sacha a Musical Review
The talented cast of "SACHA" performed at the Byron Carlyle Theater
500 71st Street North Miami Beach, Florida
March 19-20th, 2005
"LOVE IS EVERYWHERE" Dorian Holmes, Timetta Phillips (SACHA)
Diane Rodriguez and Dino Penta (KING AKAASH) March, 2005 at the
Byron Carlyle Theater, Miami Beach, Florida
GREGORY ALEXANDER LITTLE (choreographer
and Costumes)
Melton Mustafa (Arranger and Musical Director) and
SANDI MORAIS Director
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Photo Gallery
ANGELENA KYLES (Magic Goodmother) TIMETTA PHILLIPS
(Sacha) sings "EVERYTHING HAPPENS IN IT'S OWN TIME"
and NICK NIXON ( the Narrator) SACHA MUSICAL REVIEW
January 9, 2005 at Hollywood Central Performing Arts CenterHollywood, Florida.
Melton Mustafa Arranger and Musical Director of "Sacha"
THE MUSICAL REVIEW at Hollywood Central Performing
Arts Center and The Byron Carlyle Theater, Miami Beach
January and March 2005.
Philip Michael Thomas and Sandi Morais guest on South Florida
Today with host Lonnie Quinn March 2005.
Diane Rodriguez dances the LUNA BALLET as Dino Penta
sings "LUNA". January 9, 2005 Sacha's Musical Review at the
Byron Carlyle Theater March, 2005 Miami Beach, Florida.
Terri Crook (HARRIET THE OWL) Patrick Ryel (MARTIN THE
FROG) and Deana Butler ( RAY THE RAT) January 9, 2005
at the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, Hollywood, Florida.
Sacha (Timetta Phillips) sings,"GRAND-DADDY SAID " Nothing beats
a failure, but a try! Patrick Ryel , Diane Rodriguez, and Dorian Holmes
dance . (Musical Review January 9, 2005 Hollywood Central Performing
Arts Center, Hollywood, Florida.
Terri Crook, Angelena Kyles, Dino Pinta, TIMETTA PHILLIPS (Sacha)
finally lives her dream and Stars on Broadway! singing "EVERYTHING
HAPPENS IN IT'S OWN TIME January 9, 2005 at the Hollywood
Central Performing Center, Hollywood, Florida.
COURTNEY BEARD as King Akaash and REQUEL COTHRAN
as Princess Micaela at HAMPTON UNIVERSITY's Armstrong
Theater (October 28, 2001).
TONY WILSON (RAY THE RAT) singing I'M A REAL COOL
CAT as he walks on his head. NOEMI DEL RIO (SACHA) watches
in amazement. at Florida International University's Mary AnnWolfe
Theater - August 2002
Soledad Dancing the "BALLET FOR LUNA"at Ocean
Reef Cultural Arts Center Key Largo, Florida (February 28, 2004)
Rebecca Roberts (Goodie), Lauren Hord (Magic Goodmother),
Noemi Del Rio (Sacha) and Ensemble members. (Premier production)
Ft. Lauderdale Children's Theatre January 12th-28th 2001)
Ft Lauderdale, Florida
Timetta Phillips (SACHA) and Dino Pinta (King Akaash) sing
"I VOW MY LOVE WITH YOU" January 9, 2005 at the
Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, Hollywood, Florida.
Nick Nixon and Terri Crook Patrick Ryel, Angelena Kyles, Timetta Phillips,
8th Production - Sacha on Broadway
Philip Michael Thomas - Executive Producer
Sandi Morais - Director
Michael Chenevert (Ray the Rat), Chanel Mobley (dancer), Mederith
Shank, (dancer), Zennah Jones and Tirrell Anthony at the Theater
of the Riverside Church September 23, 2005 in New York City.
9th Production- Sacha on Broadway
Rita Kaye - Magic Goodmother, Felichia Wright -Sacha, Shaylin
Mack - Polliwog, Brittany Cheek - Polliwog - Orlando production -
June 1, 2007