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CHRISTOPHER SUTTON BIO -Christopher recently created the role of CPO Alex Stone in William Mastrosimone's chilling "Rules of Desire," and the role of Dr. Rehan in Peter Filichia's powerful new play "God Shows Up" at The Actors Temple in NYC. An award-winning New York actor and three-time Barrymore Award Nominee for Outstanding Performance by a Leading Actor as Mickey in “Blood Brothers” and Don in “Singin’ in the Rain,” Christopher received the Barrymore Award for “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story.” He is also an award-winning Voice Artist, and a recipient of the Louis B. Sudler National Prize in the Arts. He played the role of Prince Herbert/Not Dead Fred in “Monty Python’s Spamalot” for over 1,200 performances under the direction of Mike Nichols, and created the title role in the World Premiere of “Flight of the Lawnchair Man” at Goodspeed Opera House and NYMF (Outstanding Actor Award). Christopher created the role of Don in “ValueVille” directed by Donna Lynne Champlin, created the role of Richard in “Hell is for Real,” and created the guitar-playing protagonists in “Four Messages,” and “Joni Loves Mitchell.” He played Jack in David Ives’ “Ancient History” at 45th Street Theatre, and created the role of D in Zachary Karabashliev’s neo-absurdist “Lissabon” at La MaMa. Other New York credits include Mark Antony in “Antony & Cleopatra” for The Harlem Shakespeare Festival, “Henry VI Pts 1-3” (Richard Plantagenet), “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” and the Original Casts of Battleship Potemkin, The Perfect 36, #Hero, Lola-Lola, Golf: The Musical, and The It Girl with Jerry Zaks. Regional credits include: The Full Monty (Jerry), Memphis (Huey), Me and My Girl (Bill), Carousel (Billy), Elf (Buddy), A Christmas Story (The Old Man), Of Mice and Men (George), Desire Under the Elms (Eben), Odet's Golden Boy (Joe), The Sea Gull (Treplyev), Henry IV pt 1 (Prince Harry), Twelfth Night (Feste), As You Like It (Orlando.)

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Open-ended Off-Broadway engagement., 2019
Dr. Thomas Isaac Rehan

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production at The Playroom Theatre, 2019
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Return Engagement [Off-Broadway], 2010
Performer

[New York]
New York Musical Theatre Festival Production, 2006
Jerry Gorman

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2006
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Return Engagement [Off-Broadway], 2005
Performer

[Chester, CT (Regional)]
Goodspeed Production, 2005
Jerry Gorman

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1996
Performer (Understudy) [Replacement]

Performer (Understudy) [Replacement]


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Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER at STNJ-The Best in Musical Comedy

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) kicks off its exciting 62nd season with the musical comedy, 'A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder.' We loved it from the opening scene to the curtain call.
FIFTH AVENUE Run Extended at Don't Tell Mama; R.K. Greene Joins The Team

Susan Crawford & Dan Seidman's musical journey into Hell's Kitchen in 1928 has been extended.
Cast Set for For Susan Crawford & Dan Seidman's FIFTH AVENUE at Don't Tell Mama

CAST ANNOUNCED for Susan Crawford & Dan Seidman’s musical journey into Hell’s Kitchen in 1928. Fifth Avenue - A Jazz Musical Comedy at Don’t Tell Mama, NYC. Reserve now!
New Musical Comedy LEAVE THE CANNOLI To Have Two Staged Readings This Month

A new musical comedy, 'Leave The Cannoli,' reveals the mystery behind the horse head in The Godfather producer's bed. Join the caper comedy with two staged readings on October 23rd and 24th.
ON THE FLIP SIDE A New One-Hit Wonder Musical To Have Private Industry Presentations On September 11 & 12

The York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Producer, Marie Grace LaFerrara, Managing Director) “Where Musicals Come to Life” will present two (2) exclusive industry readings of On the Flip Side by comedy writer Gary Apple on Monday, September 11 and Tuesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m..
Photos: Journey To The Underworld In CHRISTMAS IN HELL In Las Vegas

“Christmas In Hell,” the very unconventional holiday musical by Gary Apple, is finishing its premier run in Las Vegas. If you weren’t in Sin City to see it,  take this photo journey into the bowels of Hell to get a glimpse of what you missed.
CHRISTMAS IN HELL To Conclude Its Limited Las Vegas Run in January

The seasonal musical comedy 'Christmas In Hell' will be concluding its premier Las Vegas stint on the first of the year. The limited-run show, which bills itself as 'Holiday Fun For The Whole Family... Except The Kids,' ran for six weeks at Notoriety Theater on Fremont Street in downtown Vegas.
Feature: Enjoy a holiday twist in CHRISTMAS IN HELL performed At Notoriety Las Vegas

The holidays have arrived, with images of decorating a tree, shopping, parties, dinners with family, and all of the joy the season brings. Then there is Bah Humbug, but Christmas in Hell takes it one step further as an irreverent musical comedy performing in the Notoriety Renkus Heinz Theater at Notoriety Las Vegas through Jan. 15, 2023.
CHRISTMAS IN HELL To Debut In Sin City For 2022 Holiday Season

Previously featured at sold-out shows at Off-Broadway's York Theatre, 'Christmas in Hell' will debut at Notoriety on November 17, 2022 and continue into the new year with shows until January 15, 2023.
Jessica Hendy, Allison Posner & More to Star in A VERY BROADWAY MOTHER'S DAY at Feinstein's/54 Below

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Feinstein’s/54 Below! Leading ladies from the world of Broadway and cabaret will share the stage with their children and their moms to sing about the glory of family, friendship, and love.
A 10 Year Anniversary Celebration & More to Take Place This Week at Feinstein's/54 Below

This week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.
Music Director Rachel A. Kaufman Plays With Singers & Musicians From All Seven Continents

New York City musician accomplishes an artistic best during the Covid Quarantine by performing with over 100 people, mostly remotely; a cast of friends and former students on all seven continents, concluding with Carter Jones at the McMurdo Station in Antarctica.
BWW Review: Bringing the Legend to Life: MSMT/Portland Stage Present RING OF FIRE

In a career that spanned more than half a century and with songs and sound that remain as fresh and relevant as ever today, Johnny Cash is an icon of American music, whose life, with its roller coaster of highs and lows and its road to ruin and redemption, inspires almost as much fascination as his art. In a musically brilliant and dramatically compelling production of Richard Maltby’s biographical musical, RING OF FIRE, Maine State Music Theatre and Portland Stage bring the legend of the Man in Black to life in his unforgettable melodies and moments of darkness and triumph.
Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of RULES OF DESIRE at The Playroom Theatre

Rules of Desire, a new play by award-winning playwright William Mastrosimone (Extremities), has its world premiere Off Broadway in a limited engagement. Performances began on Tuesday, February 11th at 7:30pm at The Playroom Theatre (151 West 46th Street - just east of Broadway). Opening Night was Monday, February 24th, 2020 at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through March 21, 2020.
Photo Flash: First Look at RULES OF DESIRE at The Playroom Theater

Rules of Desire, a new play by award-winning playwright William Mastrosimone (Extremities), will have its world premiere Off Broadway in a limited engagement next month. Performances are set to begin on Tuesday, February 11th at 7:30pm at The Playroom Theatre (151 West 46th Street - just east of Broadway). Opening Night is set for Monday, February 24th, 2020 at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through March 21, 2020.
Photo Flash: Playwright William Mastrosimone Attends First Preview of RULES OF DESIRE

Last evening's first preview of “RULES OF DESIRE” had a very special guest in attendance – the Award-winning playwright himself, WILLIAM MASTROSIMONE! He met with the cast and director onstage following the performance.
William Mastrosimone's RULES OF DESIRE Begins Performances Tomorrow Night

Rules of Desire, a new play by award-winning playwright William Mastrosimone (Extremities) will have its world premiere Off Broadway in a limited engagement. Produced by Eric Krebs, performances are set to begin TOMORROW night Tuesday, February 11th at 7:30pm at The Playroom Theatre (151 West 46th Street - just east of Broadway). Opening Night is set for Monday, February 24th, 2020 at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through March 21, 2020.
RULES OF DESIRE a New Play by William Mastrosimone Will Have its World Premiere at The Playroom Theatre

Producer Eric Krebs announced today that Rules of Desire, a new play by award-winning playwright William Mastrosimone (Extremities), will have its world premiere Off Broadway in a limited engagement next month.
ArtisTree Music Theatre Festival Returns For Fourth Season

Artistree Music Theatre Festival announced the 2020 Festival Lineup which will include three professional musicals and the return of several festival favorite performers. Josh D. Smith returns as Artistic Director.
Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of GOD SHOWS UP at The Actor's Temple Theatre

God Shows Up, the new comedy-drama by noted theatre journalist and playwrightPeter Filichia officially opened on Monday, May 13 at 7pm. After a successful run at the 62-seat Playroom Theater, 'God' moved to The Actor's Temple Theatre (339 West 47th Street - between 8th and 9th Avenue) where it began previews on April 6 for an open-ended engagement. Eric Krebs is producer.

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