David Kirshenbaum

Review: VANITIES, THE MUSICAL: Reflections in Three Mirrors at School Of Theatre, Film, & Television
by Robert Encila-Celdran - Oct 8, 2025

At its core, VANITIES is a meditation on time—how it shapes and betrays us, and how friendship endures in its wake. It follows three Texas cheerleaders whose youthful confidence carries them into adulthood with varying degrees of success and self-delusion. Their lives unfold across three decades, each scene tracing the arc from the casual optimism of youth to the sobering compromises of maturity.

VANITIES: THE MUSICAL Begins At The University Of Arizona In October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025

The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television will present Vanities: the Musical October 2–12, 2025, at Marroney Theatre. Directed by Christie Kerr.

TFTV Unveils 2025/2026 Theatre Season Featuring ALMOST, MAINE and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2025

The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) has revealed its 2025/26 Performance Season, featuring a range of musicals and plays focusing on modern life, friendship, romance and show tunes. Learn more!

Review: VANITIES: THE MUSICAL at Players Circle Theater
by Fran Thomas - May 25, 2025

Have I mentioned how much I love Players Circle Theater? They consistently present entertaining yet thought-provoking shows. Their actors are multi-talented. And their small venue lends itself to the feeling of belonging to an exclusive club.

See Linda Eder, Derek Klena & More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder, Derek Klena and more.

Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2024

In January, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis, and many more! Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of VANITIES - THE MUSICAL At The York Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2023

See photos from opening night of Vanities - The Musical at The Theatre at St. Jean's.  

Review Roundup: VANITIES at York Theatre Company
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 31, 2023

The York Theatre Company is presenting Vanities-The Musical, with book by Jack Heifner, music and lyrics by David Kirshenbaum, music direction by Deborah Abramson, and choreography by Shannon Lewis. The show is directed by Will Pomerantz. Check out reviews!

Photos: First Look at Hayley Podschun, Jade Jones & Amy Keum in VANITIES �" THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2023

Get a first look at Vanities-The Musical at The York Theatre Company!

Photos: Meet the Cast of VANITIES at York Theatre Company Starring Jade Jones, Amy Keum, Hayley Podschun & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2023

Check out photos of the cast of The York Theatre Company's Vanities meeting the press!

Cast and Creative Team Announced For VANITIES - The Musical at The York
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2023

The York Theatre Company has announced the cast and full creative team for its revised version of Vanities—The Musical, with book by Jack Heifner, music and lyrics by David Kirshenbaum, music direction by Deborah Abramson, and choreography by Shannon Lewis. The show will be directed by Will Pomerantz.

VANITIES�"THE MUSICAL to be Presented by The York Theatre Company at The Theatre at St. Jean's This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2023

The York Theatre Company, in association with Riki Kane Larimer, will present a revised version of Vanities—The Musical. See performance dates, how to purchase tickets and more!

VANITIES: THE MUSICAL Comes to the Fountain Hills Theater
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2022

Vanities: The Musical chronicles the life-affirming journey of three vivacious Texas women, from cheerleaders to sorority sisters to housewives to liberated women and beyond.

Theresa Rebeck Joins Broadway-Aimed Musical WORKING GIRL as New Book Writer
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2022

Award-winning Broadway playwright Theresa Rebeck will write the book for the Broadway-aimed Working Girl. While she's had more plays produced on Broadway than any female playwright of our time, Working Girl would mark Rebeck's Broadway debut as a book writer for a musical.

Higher Hill Releases Debut Album 'Get Up and Go'
by Michael Major - May 9, 2022

Get Up and Go, a 12 record album, is written by lead singer Vanessa Ogle and Paul Bullock with production by hitmakers Jeffrey Trott (Sheryl Crow, Hootie and the Blowfish), David Kirshenbaum (Duran Duran, Tracy Chapman, Cat Stevens, etc), and Nashville’s Kate Malone. 

Theatre Raleigh Hosts VANITIES Reunion Event Starring Sarah Stiles and Anneliese van der Pol
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 23, 2020

Theatre Raleigh pushes the needle forward once again and presents another ambitious virtual extravaganza! Don't miss the Vanities Reunion Event with an exclusive three song concert of Vanities The Musical featuring the original off-Broadway cast.

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson Join HENRY IV at The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2018

The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles (SCLA), under the artistic direction of Ben Donenberg, returns to The Japanese Garden on the West Los Angeles VA Campus with a new production - 'Henry IV' - condensing two of Shakespeare's plays and staged by Tony Award winning director Daniel Sullivan.  The world-class acting company includes Tom Hanks as Falstaff and Rita Wilson; with additional cast members to be announced shortly, as confirmed.  Tom Ware is the executive producer.

BWW Review: VANITIES THE MUSICAL, Trafalgar Studios, 6 September 2016
by Natalie Crofts - Sep 7, 2016

Adapted from Jack Heifner's 1970s stage play, Vanities the Musical makes its London debut at the intimate Trafalgar Studios. Joanne, Kathy and Mary, the musical play's only characters, tell an all-American story audiences world-over will be familiar with, though in a bold new way, as three high school friends face the painful realities of adulthood.

Photo Flash: First Look at New Musical VANITIES
by Marianka Swain - Sep 6, 2016

Lauren Samuels (Bend it Like Beckham, BBC's Over the Rainbow, Grease), Ashleigh Gray (Wicked, Cool Rider) and Lizzy Connolly (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Xanadu) star in the European debut of VANITIES, a classic American story. This brand new production features never before seen material with all new direction and choreography from Racky Plews (Footloose, American Idiot), and has its press night at Trafalgar Studios tonight. It plays until 1 October.

VANITIES: THE MUSICAL Makes European Debut at Trafalgar Studios Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2016

This Autumn, Lauren Samuels (Bend it Like Beckham, BBC's Over the Rainbow, Grease), Ashleigh Gray (Wicked, Cool Rider) and Lizzy Connolly (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Xanadu) star in the European debut of Vanities, a classic American story. This brand new production features never before seen material with all new direction and choreography from Racky Plews (Footloose, American Idiot).