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Direction/Choreography: 2013 Rutgers University Gala at New York Live Arts (starring Paige Davis), 2nd annual Night of a Thousand Judy’s at Playwrights Horizons (starring Karen Akers, Tonya Pinkins, Ashley Brown) at Playwrights Horizons, Broadway Beauty Pageant featuring Michael Urie, Andrea Martin & Billy Porter (Assistant Choreographer), 3rd annual Night of a Thousand Judy's (starring Carolee Carmello, Karen Mason, Telly Leung, Martha Wash). Upcoming: Director/Choreographer of Bayside: The Musical! off-Broadway at Theater 80. As a performer, National Tours: Disney’s Beauty & The Beast (Carpet) and Cats (Tumblebrutus) in the US, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama, Waikiki & Venezuela. Both shows with the original Broadway creative teams. Off-Broadway: Irma La Douce, Carrie (pre-production). Film/TV: The Normal Heart (HBO), The Wolf of Wall Street (Directed by Martin Scorsese), Pan Am – Season 1 (ABC). Disney Cruise Line (The Wonder – Nassau, Bahamas). Music Video: “Collide” by The Ruse. Alumnus of French Woods & Stagedoor Manor. Graduate of the American Musical & Dramatic Academy (NYC). Broadway Connection teacher and Headliners Dance Competition adjudicator. Jason was the center of Michael Musto's legendary column in the 2012 Gay Pride issue of The Village Voice.

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[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Off-Broadway, 2013]
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12th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS to Take Place at Joe's Pub in June


The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will be performed at Joe’s Pub. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.

Sally Mayes to Perform NOW AND THEN: THE TEASER at The Green Room 42


York Times – will present Tony Award-nominated Broadway favorite Sally Mayes in the opening show of her new concert series, “Now and Then: The Teaser,” on Saturday, December 2 at 9:30 PM.

The Green Room 42 to Present BLACK FRIDAY WITH FLOTILLA DeBARGE


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present a special holiday evening with NYC drag royalty, “Black Friday with Flotilla DeBarge,” on Friday, November 24 at 7:00 PM.

Henry Russell Bergstein to Present CHEESEFEST: AN UNAUTHORIZED BARBRA STREISAND BOOK RELEASE PARTY at The Green Room 42


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Emmy nominated casting director Henry Russell Bergstein and Friends in “cheeseFEST: An Unauthorized Barbra Streisand Book Release Party” on Monday, November 13 at 7:00 PM.

Alice Ripley to Return to The Green Room 42 in November


Tony winner Alice Ripley and Grammy winner John McDaniel are returning to THE GREEN ROOM 42 for an encore performance on November 21. Don't miss this highly anticipated event where they will showcase their talent and deliver a night of unforgettable music. Catch them for one night only at THE GREEN ROOM 42.

Roberto Araujo to Present I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW at The Green Room 42 in November


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of Roberto Araujo in his show “I Just Wanted You to Know” on Saturday, November 18 at 9:30 PM. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Album Review: Out Of The Past Comes Rose Marie's 1st Ever CD Collection For Her 100th Birthday on ROSE MARIE SINGS


For those of us for whom she represents more than kitsch, this album is an essential.

Review: 11th Year Of NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS An Extraordinary Night at Joe's Pub


Justin Elizabeth Sayer and co., have, once again, brought their A-Game to this annual feast of love, art, and fundraising.

Nellie McKay to Join NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS Featuring Julie Benko, Telly Leung & More


Acclaimed singer and songwriter Nellie McKay, along with dancers Daniel Booda and Wyatt Slone, have joined the cast of the 11th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys'.

Interview: Justin Elizabeth Sayre of 11th ANNUAL NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub


June 12th marks the 11th NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS benefit and Justin Elizabeth Sayre is just as passionate about it today as they were when the whole thing began.

Lauren Patten, T. Oliver Reid, Hilary Kole & More Join NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS


Tony Award winner Lauren Patten, T. Oliver Reid, jazz vocalist Hilary Kole, Jack Bartholet, and rising star Jae W.B. have joined the cast of the 11th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys'. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Julie Benko, Telly Leung & More to Star in 11th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS


The 11th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will take place at Joe’s Pub on Monday, June 12. Learn how to purchase tickets!

BWW Interview: Dan Fortune of NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub June 5th


When the NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS concert kicks off tonight, event producer Dan Fortune will be crazy busy... but this morning, Broadway World Cabaret has him for an in-depth interview.

NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS Art Auction Fundraiser for The Ali Forney Center to Celebrate Judy Garland's 100th Birthday


The lineup of custom Judy Garland Art has been announced as part of the 10th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – at Joe’s Pub on Sunday, June 5. The Ali Forney Center is the nation’s largest agency dedicated to helping LGBTQ homeless youth. The auction, which takes place at the concert to raise additional funds for The Ali Forney Center, features work by Hanna Barczyk (United States), Chris Gash (United States), Dana Ledl (Czech Republic), Daniel Nolen (United States), Kati Szilagyi (Germany) and Gaurab Thakali (England). Tickets to “Night Of A Thousand Judys” are now available HERE.

Tracie Bennett and Laiona Michelle Join NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS


Olivier winner and Tony nominee Tracie Bennett (Hangmen, End of the Rainbow) and Laiona Michelle (Little Girl Blue, Amazing Grace) have joined the line-up for the 10th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys.'

Sally Mayes, Nicolas King, Shereen Pimentel & More Join NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS


Tony nominee Sally Mayes, Bistro winner Nicolas King, Shereen Pimentel, and Bistro winner Amy Jo Jackson (Joe’s Pub) have joined the line-up for the 10th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – at Joe’s Pub on Sunday, June 5.

Kathryn Gallagher, Bonnie Milligan & More to Star in NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS Hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre


The 10th annual “Night Of A Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will take place at Joe’s Pub on Sunday, June 5. 

SOMM TV Top 40 Wines-Interactive Wine Resource Released


A team of creative wine media professionals began this new year by looking forward to 2021, as well as reflecting upon the hundreds of wines from around the world that they covered in the past year on SOMM TV, the first video streaming platform and full podcast network in the wine, food, and travel space.

Ryan Raftery Returns to Joe's Pub with THE OBSESSION OF CALVIN KLEIN


This fall, Ryan Raftery returns to Joe's Pub for his fourth consecutive run, premiering his new celebrity bio-musical comedy The Obsession of Calvin Klein. The career and life of one of the most ubiquitous monikers in the world gets the Raftery treatment - the artist's signature blend of comedic stage play and popular music parody. Like the modern classic film Black Swan, The Obsession of Calvin Klein imagines the madness that goes hand-in-hand with the gift of creativity, set to reworked versions of popular songs from the past four decades interwoven with Tchaikovsky's haunting Swan Lake.

BWW Review: MAMMA MIA! at ACT Of Connecticut


The ACT of Connecticut takes Ridgefield by storm with their amazing debut musical, MAMMA MIA! Excellent singing, dancing, and acting dazzle the audience in this wonderful show!

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