BWW Review: Nikka Graff Lanzarone Steps into the Spotlight, Paying Tribute to Her Role Models in HERO WORSHIP at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Casey Mink - Mar 2, 2017
If Nikka Graff Lanzarone was going to make sure of one thing through her Feinstein's/54 Below debut show HERO WORSHIP on February 23, it was that her audience would leave knowing how to properly say her name.
Lanzarone, a true-blue triple threat who most recently starred in the Off-Broadway production of SWEET CHARITY, comes from a long line of show business royalty. She, like anyone born and raised on performance, wholly acknowledges the influence of her predecessors (both within and outside of her family) on her genetic and performative makeup. Thus emerged the concept of her solo show. Using the sentient direction of Robbie Rozelle, Lanzarone pieced together through songs and video accompaniment a stroll through her life and burgeoning career, filling the show with exuberance and laughter, vocal prowess and, unexpectedly, a few tears.
THE AFTER PARTY Set for Rockwood Music Hall Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 20, 2016
Few are born here, but many reside here. It's the city that never sleeps, and a launch pad for artists who desire to make it "big." It's a place where creatives of all shapes and sizes can experience similar minds, unconventional lifestyles, and simultaneously embark on an epic quest in search of greater art.
Photo Flash: Natalie Weiss, Robin De Jesus & More Take Part in BROADWAY ROCKS KELLY CLARKSON!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 11, 2016
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, just presented Broadway Rocks Kelly Clarkson a one-night concert featuring Broadway and up-and-coming performers singing their favorite songs by the first American Idol. The show was was directed/produced by Brandon Beynon and Music Directed/Arrangements by Joshua Zecher-Ross, with Micah Burgess (Guitar), Lorenzo Wolff (Bass), Kenny Hildebrandt (Drums).
Michael Cerveris, Cristin Milioti, Freestyle Love Supreme & More Set for Joe's Pub This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2015
This summer, Joe's Pub at The Public welcomes a slate of artists familiar to many because of their star turns in television, film, Broadway and The Public Theater's stage. The season features the incomparable Jane Lynch, in her Joe's Pub debut; the masterful hip-hop talents of Freestyle Love Supreme (James Monroe Iglehart, Lin-Manuel Miranda, etc); the laser-sharp wit of Julie Klausner; Tony Award-winner Michael Cerveris with his southern/folk rock band Loose Cattle; the pure delight and charm of Cristin Milioti; and more!
Weston Playhouse's PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES, Featuring Joe Iconis, Opens Next Week
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 26, 2015
With what's bound to be the feel good theatrical event of the summer, Weston Playhouse Theatre Company presents Pump Boys and Dinettes, an all-American musical celebrating friendship and life's simple pleasures. The show is a revival of a Broadway favorite - a 'triumph of ensemble playing' whose cast includes composer/performer Joe Iconis (NBC's 'Smash') and his 'family' of actor/singer/musicians.
Michael Cerveris, Cristin Milioti, Freestyle Love Supreme & More Set for Joe's Pub This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2015
This summer, Joe's Pub at The Public welcomes a slate of artists familiar to many because of their star turns in television, film, Broadway and The Public Theater's stage. The season features the incomparable Jane Lynch, in her Joe's Pub debut; the masterful hip-hop talents of Freestyle Love Supreme (James Monroe Iglehart, Lin-Manuel Miranda, etc); the laser-sharp wit of Julie Klausner; Tony Award-winner Michael Cerveris with his southern/folk rock band Loose Cattle; the pure delight and charm of Cristin Milioti; and more!
BWW Reviews: THE CIVILLIANS are Moving On Up in LET ME ASCERTAIN YOU
by Charles Quittner - Oct 2, 2014
You simply must visit The Civillians' new home. A downtown mainstay, the investigative theatre troupe began their Metropolitan Museum residence September 12th their revealing and brilliant cabaret, Let Me Ascertain You in the Petrie Court Cafe.
WRITER'S BLOCK with Joe Iconis Returns to 54 Below, 8/19
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 18, 2014
After a year-long hiatus, WRITER'S BLOCK is back at 54 Below on Tuesday August 19th, 2014 at 9:30 pm. WRITER'S BLOCK is the place where NYC's most talented up-and-coming songwriters of contemporary musical theatre and beyond stop by to try new work, revisit older tunes, and maybe even make a friend or two.