Erik Altemus

Review: Defying Gravity - An Evening with Stephen Schwartz Flies to the Irvine Barclay
by Michael Quintos - Jun 4, 2026

It's a very rare treat—particularly all the way here in Orange County, California—to hear Broadway songs and the stories behind them performed directly by the legendary composer himself, even for just a one-night-only event. But that is exactly the gift bestowed upon a rapt audience recently when the Irvine Barclay Theatre presented DEFYING GRAVITY: AN EVENING WITH STEPHEN SCHWARTZ & FRIENDS to a sold-out crowd on the evening of May 23, 2026.

SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season, Olivia Katz, and many more!

Storm Lever, Jonalyn Saxer, and More Will Perform at BROADWAY GOES GREEN Benefit at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026

Come Celebrate Earth Day at 54 Below by seeing Broadway Goes Green: A Concert to Benefit the Broadway Green Alliance! Get ready to hear songs from all your favorite Green Shows, such as Wicked, Little Shop of Horrors, and more.

Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and More to Perform at 54 Below in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026

In April, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Marilyn Maye, Claybourne Elder and many more. 

Review: The Skivvies Debut Fun Frolic FILM STRIPS at Joe's Pub
by Stephen Mosher - Jul 20, 2025

Any day The Skivvies introduce a new show is a good day. This was a really good one.

The Skivvies Return to Joe's Pub With FILM STRIPS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025

The Skivvvies will bring a new themed show to Joe’s Pub next month, called Film Strips. The brand-new show will feature mashups of movie hits (and misses).

Good Theater Launches Summer Fun Series With Pride Concert Featuring The Skivvies
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2025

Good Theater will kick off its new Summer Fun Series with The Skivvies, a bold and celebratory Pride event featuring Broadway stars Lauren Molina and Nick Cearley.

Video: Watch Archival Footage of Patina Miller Performing 'Simple Joys' From PIPPIN at American Repertory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2022

Watch archival footage of “Simple Joys' from the A.R.T.’s production of Pippin, which played at the American Repertory Theater at Harvard University from December 5, 2012 to January 20, 2013.

Charlotte d'Amboise, Rachel Bay Jones, Terrence Mann & More to Take Part in PIPPIN Reunion at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2022

American Repertory Theater has announced that six original cast members from its 2012 production of Pippin will visit The Lunch Room on #GivingTuesday, November 29, at 12PM to celebrate the revival’s 10th anniversary. 

YOU I LIKE Cast To Reunite For On The Rocks Podcast
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2021

Broadway's Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Dames at Sea), Nicholas Christopher (Hamilton, Miss Saigon), and Musical Director Andy Einhorn (Hello, Dolly, Carousel) will appear on On the Rocks Radio Show.

BWW Flashback: From the A.R.T. to Broadway- The Shows of Diane Paulus
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 5, 2019

Later today, Broadway welcomes a brand new musical, JAGGED LITTLE PILL- an exhilarating new musical inspired by the themes and raw emotions laid bare in Alanis Morissette's seminal album of the same name. The show marks the return of Tony Award-winning director Diane Paulus, who brings it straight from its record-breaking, sold-out world premiere at American Repertory Theater last summer, where she has served as Artistic Director since 2008. Since then, five of Paulus' show have transferred to Broadway. Today, we're looking back at the other four!

Holiday Special Event THE SKIVVIES: I TOUCH MY ELF is Returning to the Laguna Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2019

Laguna Playhouse has announced its annual holiday sensation returns and chestnuts will be roasting on an open fire with THE SKIVVIES: I TOUCH MY ELF. THE SKIVVIES: I TOUCH MY ELF will perform two performances only - Monday, December 16 & Tuesday, December 17 at 7:30pm at Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach.

VIDEO: Lesli Margherita, Natalie Walker, and More Strip Down With The Skivvies at Joe's Pub!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2019

The Skivvies brought their stripped down show back to Joe's Pub on March 11!

Michael Thomas Holmes and Tim Rogan Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW At Bucks County Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2018

Michael Thomas Holmes and Tim Rogan have joined the cast of 'The Rocky Horror Show' at Bucks County Playhouse. Holmes will play Dr. Scott/The Narrator and Rogan will play Rocky. They replaced previously announced cast members Jennifer Van Dyck and Erik Altemus, respectively.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Returns To Bucks County Playhouse in Honor of Halloween
by Julie Musbach - Sep 24, 2018

Continuing a Halloween-season tradition, Bucks County Playhouse will, once again, present its popular production of Richard O'Brien's "The Rocky Horror Show" beginning Friday, October 12 through Sunday, October 28.

CSArts-SGV presents First All-School Musical, PIPPIN at Arcadia Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2018

California School of the Arts San Gabriel Valley (CSArts-SGV) continues its inaugural year with a charismatic, all-school performance of the esteemed musical Pippin. Filled with dance, humor and soaring songs by Stephen Schwartz ( Corner of the Sky, Magic to Do and Glory ), Pippin tells the story of a young person's journey to find his place in the world. The ensemble cast offers growth and performance opportunities for the school's many talented young actors, dancers, musicians and singers across the school's conservatories. This original production is set with a unique and imaginative steampunk aesthetic, offering a relevant edge and visceral quality that will leave the audience questioning what it truly means to be extraordinary. Pippin runs Jan. 11-13, 2018, at the 1,163-seat Arcadia Performing Arts Center.

VIDEOS: The Skivvies Perform With Michael Cerveris, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Nick Adams, and More in SLEIGH MY NAME
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2017

Sleigh My Name is a new holiday special that the Skivvies put together. This performance came to Joe's Pub December 10th and 11th and featured Jay Armstrong Johnson, Matt Doyle, Nick Adams, Lindsay Nicole Chambers, Michael Cerveris, Kimberly Kaye, Erik Altemus, Peter Saide, Russell Mernaugh, Emma Degerstedt, Diana Huey and Lulu Fall.

CSArts-SGV presents First All-School Musical, PIPPIN at Arcadia Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2017

California School of the Arts San Gabriel Valley (CSArts-SGV) continues its inaugural year with a charismatic, all-school performance of the esteemed musical Pippin. Filled with dance, humor and soaring songs by Stephen Schwartz ( Corner of the Sky, Magic to Do and Glory ), Pippin tells the story of a young person's journey to find his place in the world. The ensemble cast offers growth and performance opportunities for the school's many talented young actors, dancers, musicians and singers across the school's conservatories. This original production is set with a unique and imaginative steampunk aesthetic, offering a relevant edge and visceral quality that will leave the audience questioning what it truly means to be extraordinary. Pippin runs Jan. 11-13, 2018, at the 1,163-seat Arcadia Performing Arts Center.

Bridget Everett, The Skivvies, Mireya Ramos and More Coming Up This Month at Joe's Pub
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2017

The holiday season is officially underway at Joe's Pub. Kicking off the slew of extra-festive shows is Ike for the Holidays, Ikechukwu Ufomadu's delightful late night talk show. After that are all your classics - The Skivvies, Tori Scott, Justin Vivian Bond, Murray Hill and more!

Tony Danza, Jennifer Damiano and More Slated for Next Week at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2016

Next week, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tony Danza, Jennifer Damiano and more.