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Rusty Magee

 
Rusty Magee Headshot
Date of Birth: August 06, 1955
Date of Death: February 16, 2003 (47)

Birth Place: Washington, DC, USA

Stage Credits

  [Off-Broadway]
1988
Citizen
Abram/Balthasar (Understudy)
  [Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1986
Deckhand
  [Off-Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Off-Broadway Production, 1997
Performer

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Musical Director

Writing

Composer
Composer
Lyricist
Lyricist

Rusty Magee Awards and Nominations

 
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1993 - James H. Fleetwood Award Gold Star
Rusty Magee, Scapin

Rusty Magee News

Irish Rep Announces New MEET THE MAKERS Conversations and Schedule Changes to Summer  Photo Irish Rep Announces New MEET THE MAKERS Conversations and Schedule Changes to Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2020

Irish Repertory Theatre announced today upcoming editions of their online series Meet the Makers. A digital series of conversations with scholars and Irish Rep artists discussing their work and theatre in general, Meet the Makers offers a behind-the-scenes look at Irish history, theatre and the creative process.

BWW CD Review: YOU'LL SEE What A Perfect CD Sounds Like With Wendy Scherl Photo BWW CD Review: YOU'LL SEE What A Perfect CD Sounds Like With Wendy Scherl
by Stephen Mosher - May 28, 2020

Wendy Scherl's debut CD is a winner, and if you listen to it, YOU'LL SEE.

Wake Up With BWW 3/3: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Begins Previews, and More! Photo Wake Up With BWW 3/3: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Begins Previews, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2020

Today's top stories: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? begins previews tonight, and more!

BWW Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records with Special Guest, Alison Fraser Photo BWW Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records with Special Guest, Alison Fraser
by Ben Rimalower - Mar 2, 2020

In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk to two-time Tony nominee Alison Fraser about her 1996 album 'A New York Romance.' They also discuss Rusty Magee, James Taylor, Benjamin Dreyer, Bill Finn, 'In Trousers,' 'March of the Falsettos,' 'The Music Man,' Rebecca Luker, Oliver, Eydie Gormé, 'My Fair Lady,' Harry Nilsson, John Cameron Mitchell, Stephen Trask, Bernadette Peters, 'Gigi,' Mary Testa, Annie Golden, Daisy Eagan, Laura Nyro, Linda Rondstadt, Michael John LaChiusa, 'First Daughter Suite,' Elvis Costello, Aaron Mark, Rammstein, Patty Darcy, and Lena Horne. Alison has appeared in numerous Broadway shows, including 'The Secret Garden' and 'Romance/Romance,' both of which earned her Tony nominations. She also appeared alongside Patti LuPone in the 2008 revival of 'Gypsy.'

Tickets Go On Sale November 1 For Lewis Black At The MAC Photo Tickets Go On Sale November 1 For Lewis Black At The MAC
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2019

Actor, author and critically acclaimed stand-up comedian Lewis Black returns to the McAninch Arts Center (MAC), located at 425 Fawell Blvd. on the campus of College of DuPage, Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 8 p.m. There will also be a live streaming a?oeTHE RANT IS DUEa?? post-show Q&A. This engagement that is part of Black's a?oeIT GETS BETTER EVERY DAYa?? Tour. This show is recommended for mature audiences.

Jill Eikenberry, Aaron Tveit, Brittain Ashford, Luann De Lesseps Come to Feinstein's/ Photo Jill Eikenberry, Aaron Tveit, Brittain Ashford, Luann De Lesseps Come to Feinstein's/54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2019

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. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.

Daisy Eagan and More Will Sing the Songs of Rusty Magee at Feinstein's/54 Below Photo Daisy Eagan and More Will Sing the Songs of Rusty Magee at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2018

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents "Rusty Magee: Revisited", a celebration of the life and music of Rusty Magee, the legendary cabaret staple of the 80s and 90s with one of the most distinct and creative musical voices of all time.

Lewis Black Returns To The MAC March 30 Photo Lewis Black Returns To The MAC March 30
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2018

Actor, author and critically-acclaimed stand-up comedian Lewis Black returns to the McAninch Arts Center (MAC), located at 425 Fawell Blvd. on the campus of College of DuPage, Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 8 p.m. Black will rant on parents to politics in this engagement that is part of Black's "The Joke's on US Tour." Opening for Black will be special guest John Bowman. This show is recommended for mature audiences.  

Photo Coverage: FOREVER PLAID The Event- A Benefit For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights A Photo Photo Coverage: FOREVER PLAID The Event- A Benefit For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephen Sorokoff - Apr 6, 2018

The West Bank Cafe/Laurie Beechman Theatre became all PLAID last night in a Benefit For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids and the special production proved that PLAID will happily be on our planet FOREVER! The performance continues for two more nights.

THE IRISH AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY Comes to GBSC Photo THE IRISH AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY Comes to GBSC
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2018

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Greater Boston Stage Company at The Irish and How They Got That Way, created by Pulitzer Prize winning author, Frank McCourt (Angela's Ashes). This musical revue is a celebration of a heritage that confronts adversity with determination, good humor, and a love of life. McCourt's wit, insight and boundless love for the Irish are underscored by music extending from the auld Irish folk ballads to World War II standards, and beyond. Directed by Dawn Simmons, performances run March 8 - 25, 2018. The Press Opening is Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 3:00pm.


Rusty Magee Frequently Asked Questions

How many shows has Rusty Magee written?
Rusty Magee has written 2 shows including Scapin (Composer), The Green Heart (Composer).

What awards has Rusty Magee been nominated for?
James H. Fleetwood Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Scapin .

What awards has Rusty Magee won?
James H. Fleetwood Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Scapin .