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Michael Cunio BIO

For the past 4 years Cunio has toured the world as 1/4 of PBS "sensation" Under The Streetlamp, with whom he released 3 albums, starred in 2 televised PBS concert specials and headlined venues including The Greek Theater, Wolftrap and The Chataquah Music Institute. Deemed the "electrifying wailer" he drew attention for his "gloriously gritty" take on Etta James' "At Last" and his "startlingly soulful" turn on James Brown's "Its a Man's world".

Prior to Streetlamp, Cunio starred on Broadway and in National tours of Hairspray (Corny Collins) and Jersey Boys (Tommy DeVito) while also regularly playing NY institutions such as Don Hill's, the Knitting Factory and the Bitter End as lead singer of Reckless Place. He's performed with members of the Roots, the Dap-Kings, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, tUnE-yArDs and with bold names including Serj Tankian, Debbie Harry, Adam Lambert and Rock & Roll hall of famer Darlene Love. Cunio currently has a residency at acclaimed Burlesque/Jazz club Duane Park in NYC and he writes & sings with blues rock band Death in the Afternoon.

Michael Cunio STAGE CREDITS

[Immersive]
Original Immersive Production, 2019
Performer

[Chicago]
Chicago Production, 2007
Tommy Devito [Replacement]

[New York]
Reading, 2005
Johnny Lawrence

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2003
Fender

Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Denizen of Baltimore [Replacement]

Brad [Replacement]

Corny Collins (Understudy) [Replacement]

Guard (Understudy) [Replacement]

Harriman F. Spritzer (Understudy) [Replacement]

Mr. Pinky (Understudy) [Replacement]

Principal (Understudy) [Replacement]


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Enjoy Broadway, Belting & Burlesque At TIS THE SEASON Concert

Tis the Season, a Night of Belting & Burlesque bringing audiences the Naughty side of Christmas, will stream on Friday, December 18 at 8:00 PM EST live from The Club Room at The Liberty NYC. Geared to adults out there sitting at home missing their annual holiday parties, this is a night of serious vocals from Broadway Veterans and Newcomers paired with some of New York City's best Burlesque Dancers.

BWW Review: Company XIV's QUEEN OF HEARTS Brings Extra Sizzle To New York's Summer

It's doubtful one will find a more romantic, nor a sexier theatergoing experience within the five boroughs this summer than seated close to someone special in one of Theatre XIV's cozy champagne couches when nearly directly above you, aerialists Marcy Richardson and Nolan McKew are performing a sensuous display of glistening muscles and elegant eroticism while maneuvering their nearly nude bodies in a variety of tableaus while hanging from a crown-shaped chandelier.

Company XIV's Returns with QUEEN OF HEARTS

Join Company XIV this summer at their gorgeous new home, Theatre XIV (383 Troutman St. in Bushwick, Brooklyn), to experience their acclaimed world premiere of QUEEN OF HEARTS, conceived, choreographed and directed by Drama Desk Award nominee Austin McCormick.

Eric Lochtefeld, Mary Kate Morrissey, Shakina Nayfack And More To Appear in THE DISAPPEARING MAN at NYMF

The Disappearing Man, a new folk opera with Music, Lyrics and Book by Jahn Sood, Directed by NYMF's Artistic Director West Hyler, Music Directed and Arranged by Brian Cavanagh-Strong is set for three readings this summer as part of the New York Musical Festival reading series.

BWW Interview: Catching Up With Brandon Wardell As UNDER THE STREETLAMP Prepares To Wow Palm Springs Audiences

The Coachella Valley Symphony presents UNDER THE STREETLAMP on Saturday, April 27 at 7:00 pm at The McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert. Inspired by the classic hits of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, The Everly Brothers, The Beatles, Roy Orbison, The Beach Boys, Bobby Darin and others, UNDER THE STREETLAMP re-imagines the best music of the 50's, 60's, and 70's for today's audiences. I had the chance to catch up with one of the incredible singers, Brandon Wardell, to talk about his life and career and Under The Streetlamp as he prepares to head out to the desert, Here are a few experts from that conversation:

BWW Review: Company XIV's Sumptuous New Cavalcade, QUEEN OF HEARTS

For over a dozen years, the brilliant director/choreographer Austin McCormick and the intriguing troupe of artists he's gathered to create and expand Company XIV have been luring audiences to witness productions that evolve classic tales we've loved as children (The Nutcracker, Cinderella, Snow White) into visits to sensually-charged wonderlands.

Company XIV's QUEEN OF HEARTS Extends Through August 18th

Due to popular demand, Company XIV's world premiere production of Queen of Hearts has announced an extension and tickets are now available through August 18th.  The show opened on April 11th and plays at Theatre XIV (383 Troutman Street, Bushwick, Brooklyn).

Company XIV Announces QUEEN OF HEARTS

Company XIV, which recently presented their acclaimed sold out engagement of Nutcracker Rouge, announces their next production, the world-premiere of Queen of Hearts which will begin performances on Thursday, March 29th with an opening night set for Thursday, April 11th. Performances are at Theatre XIV (383 Troutman Street, Bushwick, Brooklyn).

BWW Review: Company XIV's Erotically Elegant NUTCRACKER ROUGE Heats Up The Holiday Season

Since family-friendly entertainments tend to dominate the holiday performing arts scene, it's especially cheery that for the past nine years that scandalous crew called Company XIV has been offering grownups an option that's decidedly more naughty than nice.

Company XIV's NUTCRACKER ROUGE Shares Holiday Schedule Featuring Additional Performances

Company XIV's hit holiday spectacular Nutcracker Rouge announces special added performance schedule for December. Engagement runs through January 13, 2019.

Photo Flash: Carson Kressley Visits Company XIV's NUTCRACKER ROUGE

Company XIV, which recently presented their acclaimed production of Ferdinand: Boylesque Bullfight, opens a return engagement of their hit holiday spectacular Nutcracker Rouge. Carson Kressley got into the holiday spirit paying a visit to the company, check out the photo below!

Company XIV Announces Holiday Spectacular NUTCRACKER ROUGE

Company XIV, which recently presented their acclaimed production of Ferdinand: Boylesque Bullfight, will open a return engagement of their hit holiday spectacular Nutcracker Rouge at Theatre XIV (383 Troutman Street, Bushwick, Brooklyn) on Sunday, November 18th at 6 pm.  Previews begin Friday, November 9. The engagement will run through January 13th.

Kingsley Leggs, Alan H. Green, and More Announced For NAMT's Festival Of New Musicals

NAMT has announced final casting for this year's Festival, along with programming details for the Songwriters Showcase and Midday Cabarets. The Festival of New Musicals will take place on Thursday, October 25 and Friday, October 26, 2018 at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).

Songwriter Showcase, Midday Cabarets And Final Casting Announced For National Alliance For Musical Theatre's 30th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS

National Alliance for Musical Theatre (Betsy King Militello, Executive Director) is thrilled to announce final casting for the 30th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS along with The Songwriters Showcase and Midday Cabarets. The FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS takes place on Thursday, October 25 and Friday, October 26, 2018 at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues). Festival events kick off on Monday, October 22 with Thank You, 30! a gala event to celebrate the 30th Annual Festival.

Review Roundup: What Did The Critics Think of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR At The Lyric Opera in Chicago?

The North American premiere of Timothy Sheader's explosive Olivier Award-winning production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar opens at Lyric tonight, April 27, with performances through May 20 (press opening April 28). Lyric is the only place to experience the grand scale of this acclaimed production in its first staging outside London.

Photo Flash: Brand New Shots from Lyric Opera of Chicago's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

The North American premiere of Timothy Sheader's explosive Olivier Award-winning production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar opens at Lyric tonight, April 27, with performances through May 20 (press opening April 28). Lyric is the only place to experience the grand scale of this acclaimed production in its first staging outside London.

VIDEO: First Look At The Lyric Opera's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR in Chicago

The North American premiere of Timothy Sheader's explosive Olivier Award-winning production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar opens at Lyric tonight, April 27, with performances through May 20 (press opening April 28). Lyric is the only place to experience the grand scale of this acclaimed production in its first staging outside London. Check out video of the cast in action below!

Chicago's Leading Instrumentalists Join Broadway And West End Talent For Lyric Opera's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

Top talents from The Green Mill, Jazz Showcase, and Chicago Jazz Festival stages join Broadway and West End artists for Lyric Opera's North American premiere of Timothy Sheader's Olivier Award-winning production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar, presented from April 27 to May 20, 2018 at the Lyric Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Chicago (press opening April 28).

Postmodern Jukebox and TUnE-yArDs Artists Join Broadway Talent For North American Premiere Of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR At Lyric Opera

Artists from the bands Postmodern Jukebox, tUnE-yArDs and Diane Coffee join Broadway and West End talent for Lyric Opera's North American premiere of Timothy Sheader's explosive Olivier Award-winning production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar, presented from April 27 to May 20, 2018 at the Lyric Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Chicago (press opening April 28).

Casa Manana Opens Reid Cabaret Theatre

Casa Ma ana proudly announces the opening of the Reid Cabaret Theatre and new administrative offices. A ribbon cutting ceremony is set for 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 10, 2018. In attendance will be Casa Manana board members, supporters, council members, key city staff and the Honorable Betsy Price, Mayor of Fort Worth.

Michael Cunio FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Michael Cunio been in?

Michael Cunio has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Michael Cunio been in?

Michael Cunio has not appeared in the West End.

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