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Hunter Bird (he/him) is a Brooklyn-based director, writer, and maker of new work. With experience working on Broadway, National Tours, and theaters across the country, Hunter has spent over a decade directing and developing plays, musicals, concert experiences, and more. Directing credits include Ars Nova, Roundabout Theatre Company, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, The McKittrick Hotel, Signature Theatre, Village Theatre, The Getty Villa, 59E59, NAMT Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and Skylight Theater. Associate/assistant director credits include Broadway, Manhattan Theatre Club, Center Theater Group, La Jolla Playhouse, Shakespeare Theatre Company, Geffen Playhouse, and National Tours. Book writing credits: The Golden Record(Angela Sclafani), Lady Annabella (Peter and Pia Cincotti), She Reached for Heaven (Oliver Houser), and The Pansy Craze (Mason Alexander Park). Developed XY (Oliver Houser, Relentless Award Finalist, NAMT 2018, Village Theatre, Alhadeff Productions), Crashlight (Celeste Makoff, Relentless Award Honorary Mention),The Other Side of Paradise (Angela Sclafani), and Elsewhere (Nikko Benson). Affiliations: Writing residencies at Goodspeed Musicals, Warren Miller Performing Arts Center, and Rhinebeck Writer’s Retreat. Jonathan Alper Directing Fellow (MTC, 2017 & 2019), The Civilians R&D Group (18/19), the Samuel J. Friedman Assistantship (MTC, 2015), SDCF Observership (2013), The UCLA Emerging Director Award (2011), Gilbert Cates Fellowship (2009), Line Producer of ANT Fest 2018 at Ars Nova, Colony Coordinator of the Johnny Mercer Writers Colony at Goodspeed Musicals from 2014 - 2016, where he worked with over 120 writers on new musicals. Training: BA in Directing and Musical Theatre from UCLA; RADA (Summer Directing Intensive). www.hunter-bird.com

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Interview: 'We Are Living Through a Contemporary Pansy Craze': Cabaret Star Mason Alexander Park on Their New London Show


This weekend, Netflix star Mason Alexander Park brings The Pansy Craze to Underbelly Soho, a theatrical concert series chronicling multiple periods in history where queerness was celebrated, commodified, consumed, and then criminalised.

Jasmine Amy Rogers, Matt Bogart & More to Star in LADY ANNABELLA Industry Reading


Jasmine Amy Rogers & more will star in an industry reading of Lady Annabella. Learn more about the show.

Review: BRONCO BILLY - THE MUSICAL, Charing Cross Theatre


Bronco Billy is a fun show with some great performers and catchy songs. While a more developed plot would have been appreciated, it is still a show that will have you smiling throughout. If you’re a fan of pantomimes and/or a fan of country music, you’ll definitely be a fan of this!

Interview: 'Why Can't I Be a Cowboy?': Actor Emily Benjamin on Sexism, Silliness and Sword Fights in BRONCO BILLY - THE MUSICAL


Recently, we had the chance to chat with Emily Benjamin, who plays New York socialite Antoinette Lily. We discussed what made her want to be a part of the show, her own love for country music and what she hopes audiences take away from the show.

Video: Watch 'I'm Gonna Be Strong' From BRONCO BILLY THE MUSICAL At Charing Cross Theatre


'I'M GONNA BE STRONG' - New music video released from Bronco Billy The Musical opening this week at the Charing Cross Theatre. Watch now on YouTube.

Video: Listen to 'Tomorrow Starts Today' From BRONCO BILLY THE MUSICAL; Plus Full Cast Revealed!


Full casting has been revealed for the award-winning new Wild-West End show Bronco Billy – The Musical, which will premiere in the UK in 2024. Plus, check out an all new music video, featuring the song 'Tomorrow Starts Today'!

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Perform “Concert for Conservation” Featuring Trampled by Turtles


Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever, in partnership with Pepper Entertainment, have announced the first-ever Concert for Conservation, featuring Trampled by Turtles LIVE at Washington Pavilion on Thursday, February 29 in Sioux Falls. Learn more about the concert here!

New Musical HEARTBREAKERS IN HELL Receives Workshop Production at NYU


A workshop production of the new musical Heartbreakers in Hell will be presented by NYU Steinhardt's Program in Vocal Performance. Learn more about the workshop and how to purchase tickets here!

Emily Benjamin to Star in BRONCO BILLY at Charing Cross Theatre


Bronco Billy - The Musical is set to make its highly anticipated UK premiere at Charing Cross Theatre. Find out when and where to catch this exciting new production.

Gianna Yanelli to Present GI-VAS! at The Green Room 42 in May


The Green Room 42 will present Gianna Yanelli in GI-VAS! On Friday, May 5th, 2023 at 9:30 pm.

Mykal Kilgore, Lianah Sta. Ana & More to Star in CRASHLIGHT Industry Presentation


Mykal Kilgore, Lianah Sta. Ana, Cori Jaskier, Jesse Weil, Kerstin Anderson, and Elijah Caldwell will star in an industry presentation of the new musical Crashlight, written by Celeste Makoff. 

Ferguson Center Announces 2022 New Musicals Lab For Emerging Musical Theatre Artists


The New Musicals Lab at Ferguson Center is returning for its fourth season! Continuing with the program's previous success, the New Musicals Lab grants new shows a safe and supportive space to workshop and further develop.

10 Videos That Make Us Proud To Support Mason Alexander Park's THE PANSY CRAZE at Chelsea Table + Stage June 26th


Mason Alexander Park's THE PANSY CRAZE will play New York City once more, for one night, for PRIDE.

Mason Alexander Park to Present Pride Edition of THE PANSY CRAZE at Chelsea Table + Stage


CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present the return of Mason Alexander Park for a special Pride edition of their solo show “The Pansy Craze” on Sunday, June 26 at 9:30 PM.

See Marilu Henner, THE GREASE 50TH REUNION, a Tony Awards Viewing Party & More at Feinstein's/54 Below Next Week


Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To

Mason Alexander Park to Bring THE PANSY CRAZE to Chelsea Table + Stage


CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE – the New York newest hotspot for intimate dining and extraordinary music – will present the return of Mason Alexander Park and their solo show “The Pansy Craze” for two performances on Saturday, October 30 at 9:30 PM and Sunday, October 31 at 7:00 PM.

BWW Review: Mason Alexander Park's THE PANSY CRAZE Is A Whole Lot Of Pansy & A Little Bit Of Crazy at Chelsea Table + Stage


It’s a very exciting thing when a new cabaret venue is born, though the main thrust of the new venue looks to be more rock, pop, jazz, blues, r&b but with artists like Reeve Carney, Erika Henningsen, and Mason Alexander Park making appearances there, the Broadway crowds will find their way down to Chelsea… and maybe discover some new artists to love... Chelsea Table + Stage is a beautiful and unique, state-of-the-art restaurant and performance space with a staff that was fantastic and efficient. We were treated like old friends from the moment we came in the door.

Angela Sclafani to Release EP, EDGE OF SEVENTEEN - A Collection of Reimagined Stevie Nicks Hits


On Friday, October 1, 2021, singer-songwriter ANGELA SCLAFANI will release a brand new, four-track EP entitled, EDGE OF SEVENTEEN. The EP features interpretations of Grammy-nominated Stevie Nicks’ biggest solo hits of the 1970s and 1980s. 

BWW Review: Mason Alexander Park Incites A PANSY CRAZE at The Green Room 42


The crowd could be neither controlled nor contained when Mason Alexander Park took over The Green Room 42 during Gay Pride weekend, and, dudes, it was a night to remember.

CO-FOUNDERS and SHE REACHED FOR HEAVEN to Headline New York Theatre Barn New Work Series Livestream


New York Theatre Barn will host a free live stream of its New Works Series on Wednesday, April 28th, 2021 at 7PM EST, featuring excerpts from the new musicals Co-Founders and She Reached For Heaven. The live 1-hour presentation will also feature a conversation with the writers and creative team. 

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