Michael Rider presents the story of his odyssey from the family farm in Central Pennsylvania to the metropolis of New York City. This ‘Ol House: Stories of a City Bear, Country Queen is a collection of stories and songs detailing Rider's journey of discovery from an awkward, out-of-place, gay boy in the country to an out, openly fabulous queen in the city. Rider shares his story through the songs of Stuart Hamblen, Jerry Herman, Henry Mancini, Stephen Sondheim, Jimmy Webb, and more. The show is directed by Lina Koutrakos with musical director Tracy Stark on piano, Skip Ward on bass, Mike Rosengarten on guitar, and David Silliman on drums. Originally performed at Chelsea Table + Stage on February 9, 2024, followed by two encore performances at The Green Room 42, May 29 and November 3, 2024. “Rider charmed the audience with his creativity…a beautiful mix of nostalgia, bittersweet emotions, and celebration.” ~ Cabaret Scenes “Original, funny, and emotionally revealing…bolstered by the singer’s charming personality and his singing talents.” ~ Lavender After Dark Michael Rider is a voice teacher, coach, performer, and music director with a specialty in music theater and cabaret techniques and the development of the music theater / CCM voice. He has been teaching in his private studio in New York City for nearly 15 years. He runs Your Broadway Voice (YourBroadwayVoice.com) and the Michael Rider Voice Studio (MichaelRiderVoice.com). Rider’s work focuses on professional performers and the emerging professional, helping to bridge the gap from the collegiate music theater programs to the wider world of theater production. He also works with non-binary and trans performers, helping them to find their true voices as they navigate the current landscape of the rapidly changing music theater world. This ‘Ol House: Stories of a City Bear, Country Queen Wednesday, February 26 @ 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:15 PM) Michael Rider - Vocals Tracy Stark - Musical Director Skip Ward - Bass Mike Rosengarten - Guitar David Silliman - Drums Directed by Lina Koutrakos Don’t Tell Mama, 343 W. 46th Street, NYC 10036 $20 cover + $20 minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person Food menu available. CASH ONLY. No credit cards. Reservations: https://shows.donttellmamanyc.com/8792-michael-rider
SUBMIT UPDATES
Don't Tell Mama Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
The Tender Trapp: Christy Trapp sings Frank Sinatra (12/11/25-12/11/25)
Lina Koutrakos Singers: Merry & Blue (12/20/25-12/20/25)
Chris Autore: Look At Me Now (12/21/25-12/21/25)
Everything (2/20/26-2/20/26)
Don't Tell Mama is at 343 W 46th Street, New York, NY.
Terri Dannenberg: Everything! (12/6/25-12/6/25)
Corinna Sowers Adler: All That Matters (12/6/25-12/6/25)
A Very Jewish Christmas Story (12/1/25-12/1/25)
Outside The Lines (11/23/25-11/23/25)
Terri Dannenberg: Everything! (11/9/25-11/9/25)
Untitled Musical Inspired by Alexsei Navalny (10/21/25-10/21/25)
Terri Dannenberg: Everything! (10/18/25-10/18/25)
Corinna Sowers Adler: All That Matters (10/11/25-10/11/25)
Jeremy Sussman: From No Business to Show Business (10/9/25-10/21/25)
Corinna Sowers Adler: All That Matters (10/5/25-10/5/25)
Videos
 |
The Tender Trapp: Christy Trapp sings Frank Sinatra
Don't Tell Mama (12/11 - 12/11)
PHOTOS
| |
 |
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour
Birdland (12/15 - 12/15) | |
 |
FRANK SINGS FRANK
Dont Tell Mama (12/13 - 12/13) | |
|
Chris Autore: Look At Me Now
Don't Tell Mama (12/21 - 12/21)
VIDEOS
| |
|
Lina Koutrakos Singers: Merry & Blue
Don't Tell Mama (12/20 - 12/20) | |
|
Ava Nicole Frances: Glitter and be Gay!
The Laurie Beechman Theater (12/13 - 12/13) | |
|
STAGE TIME
Stage Time LLC (3/29 - 12/27)
PHOTOS
| |
|
The Doris Dear Christmas Special Christmas in New York
The Triad Theater (12/19 - 12/20) | |
|
Everything
Don't Tell Mama (2/20 - 2/20) | ||
| VIEW SHOWS ADD A SHOW | ||
Get Cabaret's #1 Theatre Newsletter
All the show news & discounts for Cabaret & beyond.
