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Date of Death: May 16, 1984 (35)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Brian Feldman Brings William Shakespeare's MACBETH to Central Florida
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2017


While Central Florida is already home to one of the top Shakespeare theater companies in the country, Orlando Shakes would never - not in a million years - produce what Brian Feldman has in mind.

Podcast: Joel B. New Welcomes 'Rock Star Juggler' Marcus Monroe, Ernie Pruneda Sings a Maya Angelou Poem
by Something New - Feb 6, 2017


In the premiere of Something New's fifth season, award-winning songwriter Joel B. New sat down with comedy juggler Marcus Monroe. Dubbed 'the rock star of jugglers' by the New York Press, Marcus Monroe combines innovative juggling with a high-energy original take, making him one of the most sought-after variety performers today. Marcus is the recipient of the prestigious Andy Kaufman Award, awarded once a year to a performer who exhibits an original and creative performance with the spirit and execution of Kaufman. His original one-man show, THE RISE & FALL OF MARCUS MONROE, was presented at Ars Nova last month.

Killy Dwyer Drops Alter-Egos in One Woman Show NOT SHOW BUSINESS
by Julie Musbach - Jan 7, 2017


It's Not Show Business and Kelly has dropped her alter egos for this reflective, revealing alt-storytelling show. Evolving from the rehearsed music of her past one-woman performances, she connects stories with an improvised soundscape approach as she regales with tales she's only told at parties to friends. Kelly personally invites you to her party and speaks comedically and candidly about mental illness, bullies, abortion and how 9/11 saved her life. This time it's personal…

Hollywood Improv Presents Oakland Fire Benefit Show 12/23
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2016


In the wake of the tragic Ghostship fire in Oakland, the Hollywood Improv hosts a night of comedy and music to raise funds for the impacted community. This fund (https://www.youcaring.com/ourcommunityaffectedbytheoaklandghostshipfire-715087) is for friends and chosen family that don't qualify for Red Cross funds but have immediate grieving-related work and housing issues. 

Michael Feinstein, Norm Lewis, Annaleigh Ashford, and More this December at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2016


This December, 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.

Estrella Jalisco Honors Beloved Singer Jenni Rivera with First-Ever Hispanic Hologram
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 31, 2016


In an unprecedented celebration that paid tribute to late Mexican-American singer Jenni Rivera, Estrella Jalisco a light-flavored pilsner beer with more than 100 years of Mexican brewing tradition honored La Diva de la Bandawith the first-ever Hispanic 3D hologram

ABC's JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE to Celebrate THE 50TH ANNUAL CMA AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 28, 2016


On Tuesday, November 1, JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE kicks off a two-night celebration of “The 50th Annual CMA Awards” with CMA Award winner Keith Urban.

Olivia Hallie Lehman One-Woman Show Added to San Francisco Fringe Line-Up
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2016


Acrobat and comedienne Olivia Hallie Lehman is a last minute addition to the San Francisco Fringe with her show 'A Cabaret: Maiden, Mermaid, Crone.' 

Geffen Playhouse to Host Post-Performance Q&A with IN & OF ITSELF's Derek DelGaudio
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2016


Kicking off its final week at the Geffen Playhouse, IN & OF ITSELF, the latest production by master storyteller and award-winning magician Derek DelGaudio, will feature an exclusive, intimate, one-time-only post-show Q&A with the creative team that has made the production one of the most successful in the 20-year history of the Geffen Playhouse.

Geffen Playhouse to Host Post-Performance Q&A with IN & OF ITSELF's Derek DelGaudio
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2016


Kicking off its final week at the Geffen Playhouse, IN & OF ITSELF, the latest production by master storyteller and award-winning magician Derek DelGaudio, will feature an exclusive, intimate, one-time-only post-show Q&A with the creative team that has made the production one of the most successful in the 20-year history of the Geffen Playhouse.

Geffen Playhouse Extends IN & OF ITSELF for Fifth and Final Time
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2016


Due to continued, extraordinary demand, the Geffen Playhouse has extended the world premiere of IN & OF ITSELF, the latest production by master storyteller and award-winning magician Derek DelGaudio, for a FINAL three-week run, now through August 28, 2016 in the Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater at the Geffen Playhouse.

STAGE TUBE: Stars Bring Laughter, Learning & Love in 54 CELEBRATES THE MUPPETS - All the Performances!
by Stage Tube - Jul 13, 2016


For over 60 years, the Muppets have been entertaining the world through laughter, learning, love - and lots of music. For one night only, some of Broadway and comedy's brightest stars came together in a celebration of the songs they've brought us and the stories they've told us - those most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, muppetational Muppets. Click below to watch the performances from the sold-out 54 CELEBRATES THE MUPPETS, hosted by Griffin Newman (HBO's Vinyl, Amazon's The Tick)!

Photo Flash: James Monroe Iglehart, Rick Lyon, The Skivvies and More Perform at 54 CELEBRATES THE MUPPETS
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2016


For over 60 years, the Muppets have been entertaining the world through laughter, learning, love - and lots of music. For one night only, some of Broadway and comedy's brightest stars came together in a celebration of the songs they've brought us and the stories they've told us - those most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, muppetational Muppets. Scroll down for photos from the sold-out 54 CELEBRATES THE MUPPETS, hosted by Griffin Newman (HBO's Vinyl, Amazon's The Tick)!

WONDERSHOW Set for The Cutting Room, 7/30
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 7, 2016


 On Saturday, July 30th legendary NYC venue The Cutting Room will present "Wondershow", a monthly series produced by magician and actor Patrick Terry! With a rotating cast of new performers each month, each production is uniquely different from the last with new acts and new ways for audiences to be astonished and awestruck. This month's performance will feature magicians Elliot Zimet (America's Got Talent) and Matthew Holtzclaw (Penn & Teller's "Fool Us"), martial-arts comedian Master Lee (Showtime at The Apollo), and comedian Harrison Greenbaum (Last Comic Standing) hosted by Lauren Hope Krass!

Geffen Playhouse Extends IN & OF ITSELF Once Again
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 5, 2016


Due to extraordinary demand, the Geffen Playhouse has extended IN & OF ITSELF, the latest production by master storyteller and award-winning magician Derek DelGaudio, for an additional two-week run, now through August 7, 2016 in the Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater at the Geffen Playhouse. This marks the fourth extension for the unique theatrical experience, officially making it the most commercially successful production the Geffen Playhouse has had in the Audrey Skirball Kenis since the 2012 premier of Nothing To Hide, also by DelGaudio.

Krysta Rodriguez, The Skivvies & More to Celebrate The Muppets at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 16, 2016


For over 60 years, the Muppets have been entertaining the world through laughter, learning, love - and lots of music. For one night only, join some of Broadway and comedy's brightest stars in a celebration of the songs they've brought us and the stories they've told us - those most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, muppetational Muppets!

Jonathan Burns Returning to The Cutting Room, 6/17
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 7, 2016


On Friday June 17th, Flexible Comedian JONATHAN BURNS returns to Manhattan's famed Cutting Room for his new show, Comedy Variety Hour (and a half).

2016 TEDxBroadway Talks Now Available Online
by Tyler Peterson - May 20, 2016


Today, the organizers of TEDxBroadway released videos of the talks and performances from the fifth annual event held February 22, 2016 at New World Stages in New York City.

14th Street Y to Host Annual Gala Next Week, Featuring Meet & Greet with GIRLS' Alex Karpovsky
by Tyler Peterson - May 19, 2016


On Wednesday, May 25, 2016, The 14th Street Y will host its annual Gala featuring a VIP Rooftop Reception and Cocktail Party & Program, including cocktails by Tito's Handmade Vodka, in its dynamic theater space at The 14th Street Y, 344 E. 14th Street, NYC.

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