James Parks
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Photos: First Look at LOVE ACTUALLY? THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Off-Broadway! (Dec 2, 2021)
Photos: LOVE ACTUALLY? THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Celebrates Opening Night! (Dec 1, 2021)
LOVE ACTUALLY THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Begins Performances This Wednesday (Nov 22, 2021)
Photos: First Look at LOVE ACTUALLY? THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Off-Broadway! (Dec 2, 2021)
Photos: LOVE ACTUALLY? THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Celebrates Opening Night! (Dec 1, 2021)
LOVE ACTUALLY THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Begins Performances This Wednesday (Nov 22, 2021)
James Parks BIO
A native of Frederick, MD, James’ love for the stage began at age four when he sang an innocent rendition of Love Shack at his parent’s square dance. From there he began disrupting second grade classes by breaking out in song, singing Shania Twain at fairs, complete with animal face paint, and refusing to let the home videos end until he had sung all of We Shall Overcome. His parents quickly enrolled him in Frederick Children’s Chorus, in which he funneled all of his musical energy until leaving Frederick.
In middle school, James auditioned for his first musical with the Fredericktowne Players. It was an utter disaster (he couldn't remember the tune to Jingle Bell Rock,) but somehow he received quite a substantial role. From there, he got involved with the Maryland Ensemble Theater which would provide most of his middle school training in theater, with focus in improvisation.
During high school, James found many opportunities to gain a strong focus on both music and theater. In 2001, he graduated from the Frederick Children's Chorus into Frederick Chamber Singers, and eventually became a conducting intern for the children's chorus. In 2004, he became a founding member of a youth acting troupe named Actors Anonymous that would successfully perform from the Maryland Ensemble Theater for another three years. For his senior, project he recorded a Christmas album and sold it throughout Frederick, MD, giving all proceeds to Christmas Cash for Kids, a local charity. By the end of high school, James had performed with many theaters, including The Maryland Ensemble Theater, Way Off-Broadway, Fredericktowne Players, MET-X, The Fun Company, SAB Productions, Patriot Point, Village Dinner Theater, and TJ Stage.
After high school, James applied and was accepted to the nation’s oldest music conservatory, Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins. His Peabody Career included performances in Company, Les Contes D’Hoffman, Die Zauberflöte, L’Histoire du Soldat, Ring Dang Doo, and the outreach opera, Hansel and Gretel. While at Peabody, he studied with celebrated American Baritone, William Sharp. James founded and directed Peabody’s theatrical improv workshop which was aimed at instrumental musicians overcoming stage fright, and Just Music N Theatricks, which produced a production of I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. Before James left Baltimore, he was given the opportunity to take part in the world premiere production of Zippy the Pinhead! the Musical by Lorraine Whittlesey, where he played the rapping villainous Mr. the Toad.
Following his graduation from The Peabody Conservatory, James went to New York University Steinhardt for a Masters of Music and an Advanced Certificate in Vocal Pedagogy. At NYU, James performed in Street Scene, From Berlin to Broadway: The Music of Kurt Weill, BullFright, Lunch with Moto, and Breakfast Lunch and Dinner. The two year program also gave James the chance to serve as adjunct faculty and began his teaching career with both private students and group vocal class. At NYU, James studied with Matthew Shepard Smith.
James’ awards include two finalist positions in the Frederick Talent Search, 1st place in the 2004 Shepherd College Vocal Competition, 2005 MD Distinguished Scholar in the Arts, and Honorable Mention in the 2007 Sue Geots Ross Memorial Competition.
Past teachers and coaches have included Carol DeSantis, Judy DuBose, Ernest Ligon, Frank G. Shiro, Stan Tucker, Michael Riccardone, A. Scott Parry, and Rick Joyce.
When not singing or acting, James can usually be found exploring the urban jungle, reading historical fiction or theology, having abstract philosophical conversations, or trying new foods.
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Photos: First Look at LOVE ACTUALLY? THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Off-Broadway!
Love Actually? The Unauthorized Musical Parody, a holiday season sendup of the iconic romantic comedy and Christmas movie Love Actually, today released a first look at production photos for the off-Broadway return.
Photos: LOVE ACTUALLY? THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Celebrates Opening Night!
Love Actually? The Unauthorized Musical Parody, a holiday season sendup of the iconic romantic comedy and Christmas movie Love Actually, opened just last night at the Jerry Orbach Theater at The Theater Center (210 West 50th Street).
LOVE ACTUALLY THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Begins Performances This Wednesday
Love Actually? The Unauthorized Musical Parody, a holiday season sendup of the iconic romantic comedy and Christmas movie Love Actually, returns off-Broadway with performances beginning this Wednesday, November 24th at 7pm at the Jerry Orbach Theater at The Theater Center (210 West 50th Street).
LOVE ACTUALLY? THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY All-Chicago Cast Announced
Right Angle Entertainment announces the all-Chicago cast of Love Actually? The Unauthorized Musical Parody. The Chicago production of the off-Broadway hit is a holiday season sendup of the iconic romantic comedy and Christmas movie Love Actually. The musical is written by Bob and Tobly McSmith, creators of the smash hits The Office! A Musical Parody and Friends! The Musical Parody, with music and orchestration by Basil Winterbottom.
Casting Announced for the Off-Broadway Return of LOVE ACTUALLY? THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY
Right Angle Entertainment announced today the complete casting for the off-Broadway return of Love Actually? The Unauthorized Musical Parody, a holiday season sendup of the iconic romantic comedy and Christmas movie Love Actually.
Photo Flash: Inside The NYC Reading Of The New Musical 57 BUS
The new musical 57 Bus by RYAN M. LUEVANO and JILL HOFFMANN had a successful developmental reading in New York City on Monday February 24th, 2020. The reading took place at The Growing Studios and had a full house of over 80 theatre lovers. The audience submitted anonymous surveys after the presentation and used the following words to describe the musical: “Youthful, deep, powerful, insightful, heartfelt, thought-provoking, effervescent, important, relevant, informative, poignant, inspiring, and relatable”.
VIDEO: LOVE ACTUALLY?'s Kayla Catan Takes Over Instagram!
We got in the holiday spirit this weekend as Kayla Catan took over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story at Off-Broadway's Love Actually? at The Jerry Orbach Theater. So in case you missed it (or just want to relive all of the fun and excitement), we compiled clips for you to enjoy. Check it all out!
BWW Review: Now is the Perfect Time to Fall in Love with LOVE ACTUALLY?
Love Actually?: The Unauthorized Musical Parody is the hilarious new show by Bob and Tobly McSmith, now in performances at the Jerry Orbach Theater. Bob and Tobly, who are also responsible for such productions as Friends! The Musical Parody and Full House! The Musical (starring Perez Hilton), can now be credited with yet another success in the form of Love Actually?, which takes the characters from Richard Curtis' original film and, under the direction of Tim Drucker, gives them a bit more flare than would have otherwise been deemed appropriate.
LOVE ACTUALLY?'s Kayla Catan Takes Over Instagram Sunday!
It's time to get in the holiday spirit because Kayla Catan is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story at Off-Broadway's Love Actually? this Sunday, December 15th at The Jerry Orbach Theater. Be sure to tune in throughout the day to get a peek behind the scenes of Off-Broadway's unauthorized musical parody of the classic holiday film. Love is going to be all around, so you're not gonna want to miss it!
LOVE ACTUALLY? THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY Begins Previews Tonight
Right Angle Entertainment, producer of the smash hits The Office! A Musical Parody and Friends! The Musical Parody, will begin previews of its latest parody - Love Actually? The Unauthorized Musical Parody, tonight. The production is a holiday season sendup of the iconic romantic comedy and Christmas movie Love Actually. The cast features Kayla Catan, Meg Halcovage, Daniel Hayward, James Parks, Eric Peters, Thanos Skouteris, Joyah Spangler, and Tony Tillman.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For LOVE ACTUALLY? The Unauthorized Musical Parody
Right Angle Entertainment, producer of the smash hits The Office! A Musical Parody and Friends! The Musical Parody, today announced the cast of Love Actually? The Unauthorized Musical Parody, a holiday season sendup of the iconic romantic comedy and Christmas movie Love Actually. The cast features Kayla Catan, Meg Halcovage, Daniel Hayward, James Parks, Eric Peters, Thanos Skouteris, Joyah Spangler, and Tony Tillman.
New National Tour Of THE SOUND OF MUSIC Premieres In Wilmington
A brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, produced by NETworks Presentations, is making its Wilmington premiere May 9-12, 2019 at The Playhouse on Rodney Square as part of a North American tour. Tickets are on sale now at www.BroadwayInWilmington.org, or by calling 302.888.0200. For more information, please visit TheSoundOfMusicOnTour.com.
Casting Announced For THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Van Wezel
A brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, produced by NETworks Presentations, comes to Sarasota on December 19 at 7:30 p.m. and December 20 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall as part of a North American tour. Tickets are $37-$87. For more information, please visit TheSoundOfMusicOnTour.com.
Theater for the New City Presents CYBERBABIES: A MUSICAL DOT.COMEDY
Theater for the New City, Crystal Field, Executive Director, presents Cyberbabies: A Musical Dot.Comedy, a world premiere musical with book, music and lyrics by Craig Silver. Lissa Moira directs a cast of 14, including William Broderick, Jef Canter, Selear Duke, Katie Fann, Becca Gottlieb, Jordan Griffey, Zander Kirby, David "Zen" Mansley, Michael Maricondi, Olivia Medley, James Parks, Johnathan Fox Powers, Dani Westhead, and Amanda Yachechak. Performances will be staged at the Community Space at Theater for the New City, 155 First Avenue (bet. 9th and 10th Streets), New York, NY 10003 from May 31-June 17, 2018.
BWW Review: MATA AMRITANANDAMAYI (AMMA) at In Delhi
Amma has delivered addresses at the United Nations several times and has spoken twice at the Parliament of the World's Religions
Canines Hit the Stage in THE POUND: A MUSICAL FOR THE DOGS at Sound Bites 4.0
The Pound: A Musical for the Dogs - a funny and heartwarming musical about a collection of colorful canines and their quest to find a home - will be showcased as part of Theatre Now New York's Sound Bites 4.0 musical theatre festival: http://www.tnny.org/ - an excerpt from The Pound: A Musical for the Dogs will be presented at the Signature Theatre on 42nd Street (Irene Diamond Stage) on May 29, 2017.
Theater for the New City Presents GRAND THEFT MUSICAL
Theater for the New City, Crystal Field, Executive Director, presents Grand Theft Musical, a world premiere musical based on Robert Sickinger's 1994 musical Platinum Taps, with music composed by John Taylor Thomas.
Showing this Weekend at Theater for the New City!
Showing this Weekend at Theater for the New City!
Ghostly Post-Holocaust Chamber Opera LADY OF THE CASTLE Set for TNC
Theater for the New City, Crystal Field, Executive Director, and The After Dinner Opera Company present two musical tales of Jewish humor and heartbreak. The evening of opera begins with a 20-minute curtain raiser, Seymour Barab's raucous, off-color opera vaudeville From Oy to Vey.
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