The White Plains Performing Arts Center (WPPAC) is proud to announce the cast for its Mainstage production of CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, playing April 10 – May 3, 2026
Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for four Tony awards, including Best Musical, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN was created by a Tony Award-winning “dream team,” with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray).
Seeking fame and fortune, Frank Abagnale, Jr., runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. When Frank’s lies catch the attention of FBI agent, Carl Hanratty, he pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes.
“Bringing a production like Catch Me If You Can to Westchester is especially exciting given the story’s deep local roots,” said Stephen Ferri, Executive Producer and Music Director of WPPAC. “Many people are surprised to learn that Frank Abagnale Jr. grew up right here in New Rochelle — a connection highlighted in the show itself. This production features a truly show-stopping cast and celebrates everything audiences love about musical theatre: electrifying choreography, powerhouse vocals, and an astonishing true story. At its heart, it’s a high-flying musical comedy about family — the imperfect ones we’re born into, the new ones we form, and the unexpected ones that find us.”
Leading the cast is Ryan Norton as Frank Abagnale Jr., Matthew Bryan Feld as Carl Hanratty, Joshua Woodie as Frank Abagnale Sr., Michelle Dawson as Paula Abagnale and Wesley Carpenter as Brenda Strong with Paulette Oliva and Peter McClung as Carol and Roger Strong. They will be joined by Christiana Alicante, Robbie Beirne, Sarah Drummer, Adam Forward, Sydney Greene, Shea Hager, Andy Hartman, Cole Hong Sisser, Todd Maguire, Patrick Murray, Evelyn Peterson, Troy Serena and Lauren M. Smith.
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN is Directed by Frank Portanova with Music Direction by Stephen Ferri and Choreography by Betty Weinberger. Set Design by Christopher & Justin Swader, Lighting Design by Jose Luis Santiago Jr., Sound Design by Don Hanna, Stage Managed by Nick Alteri. Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Marc Shaiman, Lyrics by Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman. Based on the DreamWorks Motion Picture.
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN will play the White Plains Performing Arts Center April 10 – May 3, 2026
The White Plains Performing Arts Center is located on the third level of City Center off Mamaroneck Avenue in downtown White Plains, minutes from the White Plains Metro North Station. For tickets visit the theatre box office Monday-Friday (11am-6pm), purchase the tickets online at wppac.com or call 914-328-1600. For Group Sales, please contact boxoffice@wppac.com.