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Staged Reading of New Musical About Johnny Maestro Comes to The Vogel
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026

A new theatrical event is coming to The Vogel Theater on Monday, January 12th at 6:00 PM.  It is an invitation only reading The Last Carol, a new musical about the life and music of the legendary Johnny Maestro.

Tony Danza Will Lead Staged Reading of IT FELL OFF A TRUCK
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024

Tony Danza will lead a staged reading of Jules Feiler’s new play IT FELL OFF A TRUCK at The Sheen Center on Wednesday May 22, 2024 at 4pm.

Christy Altomare, Joey McIntyre, Joy Woods & More to Lead THE WANDERER Industry Presentation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2023

The Wanderer, the musical about the life and music of Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer Dion DiMucci, will have an invitation-only pre-Broadway industry presentation on November 10 at Carroll Music Studios in New York City.

Oscar Nominee Eric Roberts to Lead Industry Reading of LOVE GOUMBAS STYLE By Vincent Gogliormella
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2023

Academy Award nominee Eric Roberts will lead an industry reading of Vincent Gogliormella’s (the Off-Broadway hit Six Goumbas and a Wannabe) newest play Love Goumbas Style on Wednesday, September 27 in midtown Manhattan. 

Vincent Gogliormella to Present LOVE GOUMBAS STYLE at The Sheen Center in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2022

Vincent Gogliormella, author of the off-Broadway hit Six Goumbas and a Wannabe, will be presenting his new play Love Goumbas Style at The Sheen Center on Thursday September 22, 2022.  

THE SOPRANOS and THE WANDERER Stars Lead New Play Reading at Sheen Center
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2022

On September 14th (at 7pm) at the Sheen Center (18 Bleecker Street) there will be a reading of “It Fell Off a Truck”, a full-length comedy by veteran PR man Jules Feiler, loosely based on the life of his own father. The piece centers on the relationship between the “tough guy” father (David Proval) his son, (Johnny Tammaro) and the daughter-in-law (Joli Tribuzio). It's a father and son reunion that after 20 years no one would mistake for a happy one.

Review Roundup: THE WANDERER at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 6, 2022

Read what all the critics had to say about Paper Mill Playhouse's world premiere of The Wanderer, the new Broadway-bound musical based on the life and music of Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer, Dion DiMucci, just celebrated its opening night including the New York Times and more.

VIDEO: Dion DiMucci Joins Curtain Call for THE WANDERER!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2022

Paper Mill Playhouse is presenting the world premiere of The Wanderer, the new Broadway-bound musical based on the life and music of Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer, Dion DiMucci. Watch Dion DiMucci and the cast at the curtain call.

BWW Review: THE WANDERER at Paper Mill Playhouse-Musical Theatre to Treasure
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 5, 2022

Paper Mill Playhouse is now presenting the vibrant world premiere of The Wanderer. Based on the life and music of Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Dion DiMucci, it features a stellar cast that performs an array of memorable and legendary songs.

Photos/Video: First Look at Broadway-Bound THE WANDERER at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2022

All new production photos and video have been released for Paper Mill Playhouse's world premiere of The Wanderer, the new Broadway-bound musical based on the life and music of Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer, Dion DiMucci.

Performances Begin Tomorrow for Broadway-Bound THE WANDERER at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2022

Performances begin tomorrow, Thursday, March 24, for Paper Mill Playhouse's world premiere of The Wanderer, the new Broadway-bound musical based on the life and music of Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer Dion DiMucci.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE WANDERER at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022

Paper Mill Playhouse has released rehearsal photos for the world premiere of The Wanderer, the new Broadway-bound musical based on the life and music of Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer Dion DiMucci.

Complete Casting Announced For THE WANDERER At Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2022

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced casting for the world premiere of The Wanderer, the new Broadway-bound musical based on the life and music of Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer Dion DiMucci.

Tickets On Sale For the World Premiere of THE WANDERER Starring Christy Altomare, Michael Wartella and Joey McIntyre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 7, 2021

Tickets are now on sale for The Wanderer, the new Broadway-bound musical based on the life and music of Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer Dion DiMucci, starring Michael Wartella, Christy Altomare and Joey McIntyre in its world premiere at Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey.

THE WANDERER Cast Will Perform as Part of Taste of Tennis Event
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2021

The event celebrates both the return of tennis and theater in NYC. The Johnny Smyth Band, featuring tennis great John McEnroe will also perform. 

Christy Altomare, Joey McIntyre, & Michael Wartella Will Lead Broadway-Bound THE WANDERER at Paper Mill
by Alan Henry - May 18, 2021

The Wanderer, the new Broadway-bound musical based on the life and music of Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer Dion DiMucci, announced today that Michael Wartella (Wicked) will star as Dion alongside Christy Altomare (Anastasia) as Dion’s wife Susan and Joey McIntyre (New Kids on the Block; Waitress) as Dion’s right hand man, Johnny, in its world premiere at Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey.

Breaking: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD, A JOLLY HOLIDAY, CLUE, THE WANDERER & SISTER ACT Announced For Paper Mill's 2021/22 Season
by Alan Henry - May 18, 2021

BroadwayWorld has learned details of Paper Mill's upcoming 2021-2022 season. Productions set include Jason Robert Brown's SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD, a production titled 'A Jolly Holiday' in partnership with Disney on Broadway, CLUE - the 1997 off-Broadway Peter DePietro musical based on the popular Hasbro board game, the long awaited THE WANDERER based on the life and music of Dion, and the Broadway smash-hit SISTER ACT.

THE HONEYZOOMERS Reaches 39th Episode
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2021

The Honeyzoomers, the first series about the pandemic shot during the pandemic, has reached a creative milestone. Just like the classic TV series The Honeymooners, which inspired The Honeyzoomers, the web series has reached its 39th episode. 

Virtual Theatre Today: Wednesday, October 14- with Kate Rockwell, Jenn Colella, Chilina Kennedy, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 14, 2020

Today (October 14) in live streaming: Kate Rockwell, Chilina Kennedy and Jenn Colella visit Backstage Live, Broadway for Biden hosts a pep rally, and so much more!

Mary Dimino Joins the Cast of Comedy Series About Pandemic
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2020

Comedian and Gracie award winning actress Mary Dimino is added to the cast of talent in the new comedy series a?oeThe Honeyzoomers,a?? a sitcom style online series about the pandemic shot during the pandemic. Each of the actors separately film scenes from their respective homes while in quarantine.