VCUarts Opera created a trailer in Fall 2024 for their production of “Speed Dating Tonight!” by Michael Ching, which was created in collaboration with the VCUarts Cinema department.

VCUarts Opera is excited to present our trailer for “Speed Dating Tonight!” by Michael Ching, which was created in collaboration with the VCUarts Cinema department. “Speed Dating Tonight!” words and music are by Michael Ching, and is based on a concept by Dean Anthony.

“Speed Dating Tonight!” was  performed at VCUarts Music on November 15th and 17th, 2024. 

Performers: Maddy Bailey, Maya Collins, Max Goldsmith, Emily Hettervig, David Kim, Lauren Maho, Kai Mitchell, and Josh Nesbit

Film Crew:

  • Producer: Kevin Gallagher
  • Director: Jessica Harika
  • Director of Photography: William “Bunt” Young
  • 1st Assistant Director: Rania Ashoor
  • 2nd Assistant Director: Chris Philbin
  • 1st Assistant Camera: Jason Brown
  • 2nd Assistant Camera: Quentin Sibley
  • Sound Mixer: Amanda Ramirez
  • Boom Operator: Philippe Grard
  • Gaffer: Ary Chinn
  • Electrician: Luc Gearon
  • Key Grip: Ben Clark
  • Production Designer: Libbie White
  • Set Decoration: Jakob Tyree
  • Props: Quinn Conein
  • Editor: BJ Cooper