Stars in The House continues today (2pm) with Plays In The House: THE DIVINE SISTER (with Charles Busch, Alison Fraser, Julie Halston, Amy Rutberg, Jennifer Van Dyck, Jonathan Walker. Directed by Carl Andress) and tonight (8pm) for an SCTV Cast reunion with Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Catherine O'Hara and Martin Short.
'Stars in the House', the daily online show to benefit The Actors Fund, the national human services organization for everyone in performing arts and entertainment, announced a preview of this week's lineup of guests. To view a complete guest schedule, visit starsinthehouse.com.
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.'
Pascal Productions has announced a new French production of Wendy Beckett's A CHARITY CASE presented by Claire Merviel Production. The translated production, titled UN ESPOIR, will be presented in French at the Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet in Paris from March 4 to March 28, 2020. The production is written and will be directed by Wendy Beckett, translated by Dominique Hollier.
Fellowship for Performing Arts announced today that the New York premiere of Paradise Lost will extend due to popular demand. Originally scheduled to conclude its run on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020, Paradise Lost will now play an additional week, through Sunday, March 1, 2020.
Written by award-winning playwright Tom Dulack (Incommunicado, Kennedy Center Prize for New American Drama; Road to Damascus) and directed by Michael Parva (Irena's Vow, Martin Luther on Trial), PARADISE LOST just opened last night, January 22, at Theatre Three at Theatre Row (410 W. 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) for a run through Sunday, February 23, 2020. Tickets are on sale now at www.FPAtheatre.com.
A Sip With Vodka and Friends is a cabaret comedy Russian infused extravaganza hosted by aspiring cabaret star Natasha Ivonevska Solyanka Split Pea Vodka (Sarah Rachel Lazarus) and her son Robert (Andy Vega). This epic night will feature the cast and creative team members of A Sip With Vodka: A Russian Guide To Becoming A Real Housewife And Making It In America, a new digital comedy series.
Written by award-winning playwright Tom Dulack (Incommunicado, Kennedy Center Prize for New American Drama; Road to Damascus) and directed by Michael Parva (Irena's Vow, Martin Luther on Trial), performances of PARADISE LOST begin on Wednesday, January 15, with opening night set for Wednesday, January 22, at Theatre Three at Theatre Row (410 W. 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) for a run through Sunday, February 23, 2020. Tickets are on sale now at www.FPAtheatre.com.
Fellowship for Performing Arts announced today that Robbie Simpson (Afterglow, 'Dietland') will complete the cast for the New York premiere of PARADISE LOST.
Fellowship for Performing Arts announced today complete casting for the New York premiere of PARADISE LOST, written by award-winning playwright Tom Dulack (Incommunicado, Kennedy Center Prize for New American Drama; Road to Damascus) and directed by Michael Parva (Irena's Vow, Martin Luther on Trial). Performances begin on Wednesday, January 15, with opening night set for Wednesday, January 22, at Theatre Three at Theatre Row (410 W. 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) for a run through Sunday, February 23, 2020. Tickets are on sale now at www.FPAtheatre.com.
A Sip With Vodka, Paige Turner and Friends is a variety show hosted by drag performer Paige Turner and Natasha Ivonevska Solyanka Split Pea Vodka (played by actress Sarah Lazarus) at Club Cumming. This epic night will feature the cast and creative team members of A Sip With Vodka: A Russian Guide To Becoming A Real Housewife And Making It In America, a new digital comedy series. A Sip With Vodka follows the story of a Russian immigrant who moves to NYC with her son in the hopes of becoming a Real Housewife and cabaret star. The cast of the series include two time Tony nominee Alison Fraser, Ru Paul's Drag Race all stars Thorgy Thor and Phi Phi Ohara, Netflix's 'Tall Girl' actress Bria Condon, and NYC drag star Paige Turner.
Musical theatre fans can now 'wake up and rise' with the official Off-Broadway cast recording of Good Morning New York. The musical comedy's album, inspired by Emmy award-winning journalist Jacklyn Thrapp's time as an overnight writer for a NYC morning show, is now available on top platforms like iTunes, Spotify, Amazon and more. The album launch comes ahead of Good Morning New York's Off-Broadway debut running from January 9, 2020 - February 9, 2020 at the Players Theatre.
Off-Broadway's Good Morning New York has announced Daniel Gold as the choreographer. The musical comedy, inspired by Emmy award-winning journalist Jacklyn Thrapp's time as an overnight writer for a NYC morning show, is set to debut Off-Broadway in early 2020. Bridget Greaney will direct the production's limited engagement from January 9, 2020 - February 9, 2020 at the Players Theatre.
The new musical LAST DAYS OF SUMMER opened this past Friday, October 25th to unanimous rave reviews at George Street Playhouse. Under the direction of Jeff Calhoun (NEWSIES, GREASE, BIG RIVER), LAST DAYS OF SUMMER features book & lyrics by Steve Kluger (based on his best-selling novel) and music by Grammy Award winner Jason Howland (LITTLE WOMEN).
Gingold Theatrical Group continues the 14th Season of Project Shaw, Art as Activism: A Theatrical Survival Guide, a special series of evenings of plays that embrace human rights and free speech.
The COOP and Baruch Performing Arts Center present the world premiere of Barbara Hammond's TERRA FIRMA, which officially opened last week at Baruch Performing Arts Center (55 Lexington Avenue).
Actress/Producer Tal Fox is about to open in the rarely produced In Trousers at The Lounge. In our conversation she tells us about this and her other theatrical chestnuts. TAL FOX - Tal is an LA-based actress, singer and theater educator. Theater credits include: Max & Ruby (National Tour), The Christians (Center Theatre Group), Star Is Born 3, Unauthorized Musical Parody of Mean Gurlz (The Rockwell), Kiss Me, Kate, Urinetown, Sunday in the Park with George, Zorba, Hello Again, The Spitfire Grill, Ragtime... Tal holds a BFA in Musical Theater and BA in Communications from Pace University, and is also a producer, writer, and casting director. Producing credits include: Star is Born 3 (The Rockwell) and Dreamgirls (5-Star Theatricals). Casting work includes: Good Grief (Center Theater Group), Collective Rage (Theatre @ Boston Court), 5-Star Theatrical's productions of Shrek, Matilda, West Side Story, and The Music Man. Follow her on Instagram: @talmorningdew
~Tal