Donald Steven Olson

New Musical FREAK THE MIGHTY World Premiere Cleveland Play House
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2025

Cleveland Play House (CPH) will present Freak The Mighty May 22 – June 21 2026, a co production with Seattle Rep. This brand-new musical with book and lyrics by Anthony Drewe, music by Ryan Fielding Garrett, directed by CPH Artistic Director Michael Barakiva, and choreographed  by David Connolly, is based on the beloved novel by Rodman Philbrick.

Mary Zimmerman-Directed OUR TOWN And More Announced for Cleveland Play House 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2025

Cleveland Play House has announced the 2025-26 season that will take and transport audiences beyond pure entertainment with gripping stories, powerful performances, and unforgettable moments.

Photos: THE CHRISTINE JORGENSEN SHOW Starring Jesse James Keitel and Mark Nadler
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2024

Check out new photos from The Christine Jorgensen Show, the acclaimed musical production at 59E59 Theatres. The show returns to New York for a limited engagement at HERE (145 6th Ave) until Sunday, November 17, 2024.

Interview: Cabaret Star Mark Nadler Gears up for THE CHRISTINE JORGENSEN SHOW at HERE
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 9, 2024

The Christine Jorgensen Show, the acclaimed musical production that captivated sold-out audiences last spring at 59E59 Theatres, returns to NYC for a limited engagement at HERE 10/10 to 11/17. We spoke with Mark Nadler about the process of putting the show together, how cabaret informs his acting process, and what audiences can expect from the show

Tickets Now on Sale to THE CHRISTINE JORGENSEN SHOW at HERE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2024

Tickets are now on sale for The Christine Jorgensen Show. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

THE CHRISTINE JORGENSEN SHOW Will Return Off-Broadway This Fall
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024

The Christine Jorgensen Show, the acclaimed musical production that played to sold-out audiences last spring at 59E59 Theatres, will return to New York for a limited engagement at HERE (145 6th Ave) from Thursday, October 10, 2024 to Sunday, November 17, 2024. 

Jesse James Keitel and Mark Nadler to Star in THE CHRISTINE JORGENSEN SHOW at 59E59 Theaters
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2024

59E59 Theaters, wild project productions and ADH Theatricals, LLC have revealed the cast for The Christine Jorgensen Show. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

59E59 Theaters Unveils Additional Productions For The 2024 Winter Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023

59E59 Theaters has revealed additional productions for the 2024 winter season.

Mark Nadler And Nicola Gorham Star In TRANSFORMATION As Part Of The Fresh Fruit Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2023

On Dec. 1, 1952, the front page of The New York Daily News carried the headline 'EX-GI BECOMES BLONDE BEAUTY'. That blonde beauty was CHRISTINE JORGENSEN, now considered a trailblazing trans pioneer.

Donand Olson's TRANSFORMATION: The Christine Jorgensen Show to Open at the Fresh Fruit Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2023

A Featured Event of the Fresh Fruit Festival this year is the premiere of Donald Steven Olson's new musical play, TRANSFORMATION: The Christine Jorgensen Show in April.

THE FRESH FRUIT FESTIVAL 2023 Returns On Stage, On Film, And On The Air
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2023

New York's preeminent LGBTQ Arts Festival returns for another season of exciting work on stage - on film - and on the air. THE FRESH FRUIT FESTIVAL 2023 Main-Stage will premiere a dozen new works exploring the LGBTQ experience.

The New Works Virtual Festival Begins Tonight
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2020

The first-ever New Works Virtual Festival kicks off tonight! Every evening from December 5th - 25th of 2020 at 8PM EST/5PM PT, the New Works Virtual Festival will stream video readings of 20 new scripts of non-musical pieces (19 plays, 1 teleplay) as well as an 21st (a 'Christmas Special') featuring the work of a diverse group of writers and all-star cast members.

VIDEO: Watch the New Works Virtual Festival on Stars in the House- Live at 8pm!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 4, 2020

Stars in the House continues tonight (8pm) with the New Works Virtual Festival with Marc Kudisch, Miguel Cervantes, Shuler Hensley, Michael Leon-Wooley, Brenda Braxton, Andy Karl, Orfeh, Ted Louis Levy, Glenn Morshower, Megan Cavanagh, Joely Fisher, Marsha Mason, Adam Jacobs, John Rubinstein, Judy Kuhn, Liz Larsen, Stuart Pankin, George Wendt, Vincent Rodriguez III, Bruce Vilanch, Leigh Ann Larkin, Carmen Cusack and Christina Bianco.

New Works Virtual Festival to be Featured on Stars In The House
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2020

On Friday, December 4th, the New Works Virtual Festival will be featured on Stars in the House hosted by NWVF cast member Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley.

LGBTQ+ Online Short Play Series Continues This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2020

The last event for the year for the Almost Adults Productions ongoing LGBTQ+ Online Short Play Reading Series is Sunday, November 22that 4:00 MT.

New Works Virtual Festival Announces Final Plays And New Dates
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2020

The New Works Virtual Festival will stream 20 new non-musical scripts every day from December 4th - 24th of 2020 (19 plays, 1 teleplay) featuring the work of a diverse group of writers and all-star cast members. A 21st piece will be selected from holiday-themed submissions to be streamed on December 25th.