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Hershey Felder to Bring RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR to Writers Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2025

Writers Theatre will open its 2025/26 Season with Hershey Felder returning to the stage following his appearance as Monsieur Chopin, now as the famed pianist and composer Sergei Rachmaninoff. Learn how to purchase tickets.

RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR: THE MUSIC OF SERGEI V. RACHMANINOFF Begins At The Colonial In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025

Berkshire Theatre Group and Kate Maguire will present Rachmaninoff and the Tsar, the newest international hit by Hershey Felder, the creative force behind the acclaimed productions George Gershwin Alone and Beethoven—both previous hits at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield. In this captivating new theatrical work,

People’s Light to Present Hershey Felder as Monsieur Chopin Beginning in April
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2025

People’s Light will present Hershey Felder as Monsieur Chopin, running April 25 – May 18, 2025. Set in Chopin’s Parisian salon in 1848, just months before his death, the performance offers a deeply personal glimpse into the composer’s creative process, heartbreak and ultimate legacy. 

Ensemble Theatre Company Presents Fourth Production Of Its 46th Season RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2025

Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara will present pianist/actor/playwright/producer Hershey Felder, for a strictly limited engagement of RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR, a new musical play.

Hershey Felder & Jonathan Silverstri to Star in RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR at The Town Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

HFP LIVE & THE TOWN HALL will present pianist/actor/playwright/producer Hershey Felder in Rachmaninoff and the Tsar, a new musical play, for one night only. Learn more.

Hershey Felder to Present RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR at TheatreWorks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024

Pianist/actor/playwright/producer Hershey Felder will return to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley as Sergei Rachmaninoff in the Northern California Premiere of Rachmaninoff and the Tsar. Learn how to purchase tickets.

RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR Comes to the Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in August
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2024

HFP LIVE will present the world premiere of pianist/actor/playwright/producer Hershey Felder and Jonathan Silvestri in Rachmaninoff And The Tsar, a new musical play, for a strictly limited engagement, at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica, CA, August 7-25, 2024.

RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR by Hershey Felder To Play Balboa Theatre in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024

Hershey Felder will star as Sergei V. Rachmaninoff in the world premiere of RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR, a new musical play at Balboa Theatre, San Diego. Learn how to purchase tickets.

YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, BEAUTIFUL, and More Set For Geva Theatre's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024

Geva Theatre has announced its 24/25 Season, kicking off this September. Learn more about the full lineup here!

GEORGE GERSHWIN ALONE Comes to South Coast Repertory This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2024

South Coast Repertory presents pianist/actor/playwright/producer Hershey Felder for a limited engagement of Hershey Felder as George Gershwin Alone, Jan. 18-28 on the Julianne Argyros Stage.

Review: MONSIEUR CHOPIN at 59E59 Theaters-A Brilliant Portrait of the Polish Composer
by Marina Kennedy - Nov 21, 2023

If you plan to see just one show this holiday season, make it 'Hershey Felder as Monsieur Chopin' being performed at 59E59 Theaters through December 24th.  

Single Tickets Available For GEORGE GERSHWIN ALONE at ZACH Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2023

ZACH Theatre presents pianist, actor, and playwright Hershey Felder for the Austin premiere of Hershey Felder as George Gershwin Alone playing September 14 – October 1, 2023 at The Topfer at ZACH.

THE PIANIST OF WILLESDEN LANE Comes to Cape Rep Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2023

Cape Rep Theatre will present the critically acclaimed production of  The Pianist of Willesden Lane, adapted and directed by Hershey Felder and performed by Mona Golabek.

Hershey Felder in CHOPIN IN PARIS is Coming to Laguna Playhouse in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2022

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE has announced that pianist and actor Hershey Felder will present his musical masterpiece as he portrays Monsieur Chopin in CHOPIN IN PARIS.

HERSHEY FELDER AS GEORGE GERSHWIN ALONE is Coming to Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2022

Virtuoso pianist/actor/playwright/ producer Hershey Felder will return to the Bay Area for a strictly limited engagement of his acclaimed work, Hershey Felder as George Gershwin Alone, part of a limited farewell tour of a character performed live more than 3000 times throughout the world.

HERSHEY FELDER AS GEORGE GERSHWIN ALONE to Have Dallas Premiere at the Music Hall at Fair Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2022

Hershey Felder As George Gershwin Alone will make its Dallas Premiere on Sunday, January 26, 2023 at the Music Hall at Fair Park.

Porchlight Partners With Hershey Felder on His Latest Live From Florence Production, GREAT AMERICAN SONGS...
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2021

Based on the popular 'Audience Singalongs' that took place on Sunday and Monday nights during runs in theatres throughout the country, Hershey Felder and his team have created an event, where one can be directly involved and take part with a world-wide audience from home.

World Premiere of Hershey Felder as Sergei Rachmaninoff in NICHOLAS, ANNA & SERGEI to be Streamed by San Diego REP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2021

San Diego Repertory Theatre and Hershey Felder Presents – Live from Florence announced today the world premiere livestream of Hershey Felder as Sergei Rachmaninoff in Nicholas, Anna & Sergei, a new streaming film written by and starring virtuoso pianist/performer Hershey Felder.

ANNA & SERGEI Livestreams From TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2021

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will offer viewers the World Premiere livestream of Hershey Felder as Sergei Rachmaninoff in ANNA & SERGEI, a new work by and starring virtuoso pianist/performer Hershey Felder.

World Premiere of Hershey Felder as Sergei Rachmaninoff in ANNA & SERGEI to be Offered by TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2021

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will offer viewers the World Premiere livestream of Hershey Felder as Sergei Rachmaninoff in ANNA & SERGEI, a new work by and starring virtuoso pianist/performer Hershey Felder.