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'MIGHTY REAL' to End Off-Broadway Run this Weekend
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 3, 2014


MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL, a musical celebration of the life of the original 1970s 'Queen of Disco' Sylvester, will end its critically acclaimed, limited Off-Broadway engagement on Sunday, October 5, 2014 at Theatre at St. Clement's (423 W. 46th Street). Presented by AnthonyKen LLC and Sheryl Lee Ralph/The Diva Foundation, the musical was written by and starred Anthony Wayne (Pippin, Anything Goes, Priscilla Queen of the Desert), and was co-directed by Mr. Wayne and Kendrell Bowman, who also designed the show's costumes. Mr. Wayne and Mr. Bowman are currently planning a San Francisco engagement for the show, as well as a return to New York City in 2015.

Photo Flash: CINDERELLA's Keke Palmer, Sherri Shepherd and More Visit MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2014


MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL is now playing Off-Broadway at Theatre at St. Clement's through Sunday, October 5, 2014. On any given night, there are celebrities in the audience, and Andre DeShields and CINDERELLA's Sherri Shepherd and Keke Palmer recently stopped by the show. Scroll down for photos!

In Performance Video: MIGHTY REAL's Anthony Wayne Performs 'You Make Me Feel'
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 30, 2014


This week's New York Times In Performance video features actor Anthony Wayne and pianist Anthony Miller in a performance of "You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)" from "Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical,"

TV: Inside Opening Night of MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 18, 2014


AnthonyKen LLC and Sheryl Lee Ralph/The Diva Foundation present the Off-Broadway premiere of MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL, the new musical that celebrates the life of the original 1970s 'Queen of Disco' Sylvester, featuring classic songs such as '(You Make Me Feel) Mighty Real,' 'Dance (Disco Heat),' 'Do Ya Wanna Funk,' and 'You Are My Friend.' MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL stars Anthony Wayne (Pippin, Anything Goes, Priscilla Queen of the Desert) as Sylvester. MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL has a book by Anthony Wayne, direction byAnthony Wayne and Kendrell Bowman, choreography byAnastacia McCleskey, and musical direction by Alonzo Harris. The production opened on September 14 at Theatre at St. Clement's (423 W. 46th Street). Tickets, which are priced from $25 - $84.50, are on sale now by calling (866) 811-4111 or by visiting www.FabulousSylvester.com. Check out highlights from opening night below!

Photo Flash: MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL Opens Off-Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 15, 2014


AnthonyKen LLC and Sheryl Lee Ralph/The Diva Foundation present the Off-Broadway premiere of MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL, the new musical that celebrates the life of the original 1970s 'Queen of Disco' Sylvester, featuring classic songs such as '(You Make Me Feel) Mighty Real,' 'Dance (Disco Heat),' 'Do Ya Wanna Funk,' and 'You Are My Friend.' MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL stars Anthony Wayne(Pippin, Anything Goes, Priscilla Queen of the Desert) as Sylvester. MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL has a book by Anthony Wayne, direction byAnthony Wayne and Kendrell Bowman, choreography byAnastacia McCleskey, and musical direction by Alonzo Harris. The production opened last night, September 14 at Theatre at St. Clement's (423 W. 46th Street). Tickets, which are priced from $25 - $84.50, are on sale now by calling (866) 811-4111 or by visiting www.FabulousSylvester.com.

BWW Reviews: MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL is Glittery, Glamorous Brillance
by David Clarke - Sep 15, 2014


"The Queen of Disco" is back, honey! And, he is serving up something fierce and mighty real at the Theatre At St. Clement's. Anthony Wayne is channeling the disco legend and fabulously entertaining a wide range of audiences in MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL. MIGHTY REAL is what the biographical jukebox musical should be.

STAGE TUBE: Highlights from TWENTY-SOMETHINGS 2 at Highline Ballroom, Featuring Robin de Jesus, Kacie Sheik, Nic Rouleau & More
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 12, 2014


Twenty-Somethings 2, an evening spotlighting the work of songwriters Drew Overcash, Blake Pfeil, and Zoe Sarnak, was held Aug. 18 at the Highline Ballroom. Tony nominee Robin de Jesus, Kacie Sheik and Nic Rouleau were among the performers.

MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL Begins Off-Broadway Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 5, 2014


AnthonyKen LLC and Sheryl Lee Ralph/The Diva Foundation present the Off-Broadway premiere of MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL, the new musical that celebrates the life of the original 1970s "Queen of Disco" Sylvester, featuring classic songs such as "(You Make Me Feel) Mighty Real," "Dance (Disco Heat)," "Do Ya Wanna Funk," and "You Are My Friend." MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL stars Anthony Wayne (Pippin, Anything Goes, Priscilla Queen of the Desert) as Sylvester. MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL has a book by Anthony Wayne, direction by Anthony Wayne and Kendrell Bowman, choreography by Anastacia McCleskey, and musical direction by Alonzo Harris. Previews begin Off-Broadway at Theatre at St. Clement's (423 W. 46th Street) on Friday, September 5, 2014. The limited-engagement is scheduled through Sunday, October 5th. The Press Opening is Sunday, September 14th at 7PM. Tickets, which are priced from $25 - $84.50, are on sale now by calling (866) 811-4111 or by visiting www.FabulousSylvester.com.

STAGE TUBE: MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL Begins Off-Broadway Tonight
by Stage Tube - Sep 5, 2014


The highly anticipated Off-Broadway premiere of MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL - the brand new musical that celebrates the life of the original 1970s disco queen SYLVESTER, with songs like '(You Make Me Feel) Mighty Real', 'Can't Stop Dancing' and 'You Are My Friend' begins at Theatre at St. Clement's tonight, September 5th, 2014 with an opening set for September 14th, 2014. Check out a commercial for the show below! (Voice over by Sheryl Lee Ralph.)

STAGE TUBE: Broadway Sings Out at Covenant House's SLEEP OUT
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 18, 2014


The Covenant House just held the Second Annual Sleep Out: Broadway Edition last night, August 17, 2014, where members of the Broadway community spent the night sleeping on the streets outside the Covenant House to raise much needed funds for homeless youth. In the video below, this year's participants join together in 'Lean on Me.'

Robin de Jesus, Laura Dreyfuss, Jason Gotay and More Set for TWENTY-SOMETHINGS 2 Concert at Highline Ballroom Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2014


Twenty-Somethings 2, a concert featuring the music of songwriters Drew Overcash, Blake Pfeil and Zoe Sarnak, will be held tonight, August 18 at the Highline Ballroom.

Photo Coverage: MOTOWN's Mykal Kilgore Makes His 54 Below Debut!
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - Aug 6, 2014


Currently starring in the hit Broadway musical Motown, acclaimed singing-actor Mykal Kilgore just made his 54 Below solo concert debut, exploring his life as an artist, why music is important to him, and show off his eclectic taste in music ranging from gospel to jazz to soul to contemporary musical theatre. Check out phtoos from insode his concert below!

Judy Kaye, James Snyder & More Set for 54 Below this Week
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 4, 2014


Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.

VILLIAN: DEBLANKS, Briana Lynn Wolf & More Set for Late Night at 54 Below Next Week
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 1, 2014


Craving a show after the show? 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, is expanding its popular late-night series with fresh faces and hot new performances to keep the party buzzing into the wee hours. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551. 54 BELOW welcomes you to loosen your tie and embrace the night at its upcoming events:

Patti LuPone, The Skivvies, Ben Platt and More Will Play 54 Below, Aug-Sept 2014
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2014


This August and September 54 BELOW presents an exciting lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond. Located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street.

Kacie Sheik, Jason Gotay, Steel Burkhardt & More Join TWENTY-SOMETHINGS 2 Concert Line-Up at Highline Ballroom, 8/18
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 30, 2014


Additional Broadway performers have joined the line-up for Twenty-Somethings 2, a concert featuring the music of songwriters Drew Overcash, Blake Pfeil and Zoe Sarnak, held on Aug. 18 at the Highline Ballroom.

STAGE TUBE: Latest Trailer for MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL Off-Broadway
by Stage Tube - Jul 14, 2014


The creators of MIGHTY REAL A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL have been hard at work preparing for the opening of the show, and you can check out a new trailer below!

Rory O'Malley, Caissie Levy and More Set for 2014 Covenant House SLEEP OUT: BROADWAY EDITION, 8/17
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2014


The Covenant House has announced the Second Annual Sleep Out: Broadway Edition on Sunday, August 17, 2014, where members of the Broadway community will spend the night sleeping on the streets outside the Covenant House to raise much needed funds for homeless youth. The Executive Committee Members of Covenant House's Sleep Out: Broadway Edition is made up of Stephanie J. Block, Jeff Calhoun, Capathia Jenkins, Denis O'Hare, Tom Schumacher and Keala Settle.

Photo Coverage: MIGHTY REAL Gives Pride Preview on Larry Flick's Sirius XM Radio
by Walter McBride - Jul 1, 2014


The highly anticipated Off-Broadway premiere of MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL - the brand new musical that celebrates the life of the original 1970s disco queen SYLVESTER, with songs like '(You Make Me Feel) Mighty Real', 'Can't Stop Dancing' and 'You Are My Friend', begins previews at Theatre at St. Clement's on September 5th, 2014 with an opening set for September 14th, 2014. In celebration of Pride Weekend, the show gave a special preview at Sirius XM Radio. Check out photos from the preview below!

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