Jerry Mayer, a nonagenarian from St. Louis has written and/or produced for many classic TV shows and specials. In 1986, his first play, Almost Perfect, debuted at Santa Monica Playhouse which has led to almost a dozen more - so far! I decided to speak with him about his latest comedy, Jews R 2 Much Fun, at the Santa Monica Playhouse as well as his long-running and extremely successful TV writing career.
Andersonville's Understudy Coffee & Books at 5531 N Clark Street, Chicago hosts a reading and book signing of GIVE MY REGARDS TO NOWHERE at 7:30 pm May 31st. The novel is a work of comedic fiction informed by author Richard Engling's years as an artistic director in one of Chicago's storefront theatres.
The Ramkota Hotel and the Ford Wyoming Center has announced the 2024 Season of Broadway at the Ford, including Hairspray on February 18, Shrek the Musical on March 12, and Annie on April 25. Season tickets will go on sale on Thursday, June 1 at 10:00 am.
Get all the scoop on HOUSEBROKEN, airing on FOX on Sunday, May 21, 2023! Diablo gets testicular implants, which leads to a surprising power struggle. Tabitha battles with a rebellious teenage Kit Kat and Small Fun Racoon DJs in the “Who’s the Boss?” episode. Watch a video clip now!
For years – for decades, really – I have advocated that Music City tourism would benefit from a sit-down production of a country music-themed musical, one that would appeal to a wide range of aficionados and would showcase the musical library of a beloved figure in the pantheon of Nashville music. Finally, Studio Tenn delivers the perfect vehicle for that with the world premiere production of Here You Come Again, featuring songs written by or recorded by Dolly Parton (the Patron Saint of Tennessee aka The Smoky Mountain Songbird).
Drama Desk nominee Ray Fisher will put his gloves on again to play the role of heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali in Will Power’s “Fetch Clay, Make Man,” after previously performing the role Off-Broadway.
Talking Kind, the solo project of Philadelphia DIY veteran Pat Graham, share their debut single to accompany the news that they’ve signed to Lauren Records. “Damn Shame,” with its lo-fi construction and winsome melody, plays out as though Billie Joe Armstrong demoed a Tom Petty cover.
Whales released his highly-anticipated 'f**kin' EP, a 6-track masterpiece that marks a new chapter in his musical journey. Showcasing his growth as an artist, with each track displaying a unique perspective and a fresh take on bass music, the 6-Track' 'f**kin' EP is out now and available to stream across all platforms via Disciple Round Table.
The forthcoming 6-track EP was co-written and produced by studio wizard Bleu (Demi Lovato, Jonas Brothers, Michelle Branch) and further elevates the vibrant and effervescent sound Dean is best known for. The multi-instrumentalist and songwriter took inspiration from legends such as David Bowie, Freddie Mercury, Madonna, and James Brown.
Brooklyn-based alt-rocker Moon Walker returns with his latest gritty single 'American Dream Come True' out everywhere now, along with an accompanying video. Over an irresistible guitar loop and fuzzy, distorted vocals, the track explores the impacts of a toxic work culture that runs rampant throughout the U.S.
Triumphing over vocal powerhouses Pentatonix, Michael Bolton and Sara Evans among others throughout the season, David landed in the Masked Singer finale with stunning vocalist Bishop Briggs who ultimately took home the golden mask trophy.
The Victoria EP saw Thomas channel memories of a few months living in London into five inimitable tracks that evoke the sense of having nothing but the whole world ahead of you, with singles that included the Radio 1-playlisted 'Strawberry Kisses,' 'Nobody Has To Know' & 'Victoria' (which stars Bridgerton-lead Charithra Chandran in the video).
Recorded between the US and Australia, the album’s producers traverse musical genres; from Jason Evigan (RUFUS DU SOL, SZA), to Mikey Freedom Hart (Jon Batiste’s 2021 Grammy of the Year Album, We Are), Sol Was (Beyoncé’s Renaissance), and original producers, Andrew Klippel and Dave Hammer.
A musical performance that relives the atrocities that women were subjected to during the witchcraft trials of the seventeenth century that changed the world.