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[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1977
Second Priest/Apostle


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BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " June 17 to June 23, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week with Lena Hall, Linda Eder, Christine Andreas, pride shows and plenty of jazz.
SWINGIN' WITH SARA Returns To Chelsea Table + Stage

SWINGIN' WITH SARA returns to Chelsea Table + Stage featuring Madeline Dalton and Adam Dorfman with Sara Bareilles hits reimagined in retro genres. Special guests include Mark Planner and Ellis Gage.
The Green Room 42 To Present SWINGIN' WITH SARA: A Jazz Soirée Of Sara Bareilles Hits

Join Madeline Dalton at The Green Room 42 for Swingin' with Sara, a jazz soirée featuring Sara Bareilles hits reimagined in retro genres.
Virtual Theatre This Weekend: May 22-23- with Lilli Cooper, Chuck Cooper, and More!

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, May 22-23, 2021.
VIDEO: Watch a GODSPELL Reunion on Stars in the House- Live at 8pm!

Stars in the House continues tonight (8pm ET) with a GODSPELL 50th Anniversary Reunion featuring Stephen Schwartz and the players who originated these iconic songs: Peggy Gordon (By My Side, which she also co-wrote), Joanne Jonas (Bless The Lord), Gilmer McCormick (Learn Your Lessons Well), Steve Nathan (who played Jesus), Mark Planner (Original New York production), and George Salazar (Broadway revival).
STARS IN THE HOUSE Announces WICKED Game Night, ANNIE and GODSPELL Reunions & More!

 Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley announced today a theater-lovers dream week of shows, as they will reunite the casts of “Godspell,” “Annie,” and “Pageant,” and host a very special Elphabas vs. Glindas “Wicked” game night!  All will benefit the Actors Fund, and several nights will include matching donations from generous supporters of the arts. 
VIDEO: Bless the Lord! Alice Ripley Celebrates GODSPELL with Original Cast Members

Below, watch as they are joined onstage by Tony winner Alice Ripley to perform songs from the show, including Ripley's rousing rendition of 'Bless the Lord.'
Stephen Schwartz Concert Benefit For The Orphaned Starfish Foundation Raises $60,000

'Orphaned Songs for Orphaned Starfish' - a concert of composer Stephen Schwartz (Monday, November 19 at The Cutting Room), was an evening of unsung/cut songs from Wicked, Pippin, Working, and Children of Eden along with a new duet from the stage production of The Prince of Egypt. The concert also included some favorites from The Bakers Wife, Magic Show, Pippin, Pocahontas, Wicked and his opera Seance On a Wet Afternoon. The benefit evening for The Orphaned Starfish Foundation raised over $60,000.
Photo Coverage: Alice Ripley, Ben Vereen, and More Honor Stephen Schwartz at Orphaned Songs For Orphaned Starfish Concert

If you were in The Cutting Room for the Stephen Schwartz Concert for the Benefit of the Orphaned Starfish Foundation it is a night you will probably cherish forever. The music of Stephen Schwartz performed by an incredible array of Broadway and stage talent was one of the most inspiring and remarkable events to be a part of.
ANASTASIA's Ian Knauer to Host Broadway Artists and Friends' May MIC & MINGLE

ANASTASIA'S Ian Knauer hosts the Broadway Artists & Friends Mic & Mingle on Monday, May 22nd at 6:30pm (doors open at 5:30pm). The evening will be kicked off by a stellar line up of Broadway pros (listed below) followed by selected artists at the legendary Laurie Beechman Theatre.
Broadway Concerts Direct Presents SARAH RICE & FRIENDS Music Salons, Beg. Tonight, 9/28

You don't have to travel all the way to NYC in order to hear songs from theatre, jazz, Great American and International Song Books and classical stages performed by award-winning singers & instrumentalists. At Classic Quiche in Teaneck, NJ on the last Friday of each month, through November, Broadway Concerts Direct presents top performers in a cozy, intimate salon type setting, with an eclectic mix of musical styles and delicious food. -- All in one evening! "Imported" by Broadway Concerts Direct producer, John Hiller, BCD is hoping to turn this into an ongoing Salon series of musical treasures.

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