The 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival presents To Hell and Back in concert on Tuesday, July 7th. Inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, this indie-rock album musical follows a broken songwriter on a madcap cab ride into a soundless world to save his muse from the hands of a lonely fangirl. Music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson Award-winning songwriter Joel B. New.
Musical theatre writer Joel B. New makes his New York solo concert debut tonight at 9:30PM on the Duplex Cabaret Theatre stage. Directed by Bistro Award winner Justin Daniel, 'Joel B. New In Concert' will feature New behind the piano, playing and singing a variety of selections from his musical projects. Guest performers also scheduled to appear include Charlie Levy, Jenny Neale, Dan Radzikowski, and Christine Schneider.
On episode 6 of 'The Set List' podcast, composer & podcaster Joel B. New sits down with Victor Legra to talk about his April 24th concert at the Duplex. The episode also features a recording of "The Fort' written and performed by Joel.
In anticipation of his own upcoming solo concert debut, award-winning musical theatre writer Joel B. New sat down with three respected artists in the cabaret world to ask them about the impetus for getting into cabaret, what they've learned, and what inspires them.
In Episode 310, award-winning musical theatre writer Joel B. New sat down with James Ortiz (Strangemen & Co., Co-Artistic Director) and Claire Karpen, currently appearing in the Fiasco / Roundabout revival of INTO THE WOODS.
In Episode 309, award-winning musical theatre writer Joel B. New sat down with Shayla Benoit, an actor, singer, dancer, director, choreographer, producer, and Star Wars enthusiast (shaylabenoit.com).
In Episode 308, award-winning musical theatre writer Joel B. New sat down with Janet Krupin, currently featured as a Swing in IF/THEN. Other Broadway credits include BRING IT ON (Kylar) and HANDS ON A HARDBODY (Dance Captain).
In Episode 307, award-winning musical theatre writer Joel B. New sat down with Tom Morin and Caroline Selia, the Founders of Polish Your Passion, now featuring the MomentB4 Video Feedback Service (pypnyc.com).
In Episode 305, award-winning musical theatre writer Joel B. New sat down with Bill Coyne, an actor, singer, and the creator of MuseMatch, a concert series that pairs artists for a 'blind date' to create, bold new work for the benefit of charities.
In Episode 304, award-winning musical theatre writer Joel B. New sat down with Grace McLean, who's currently in rehearsals for the new Off-Broadway musical BROOKLYNITE, directed by Michael Mayer.
Freddie Kimmel's favorite theatrical credits include: Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID (Scuttle) @ NSMT, BILLY ELLIOT (Tony u/s) National Tour, SUERPFLY (Ralphie) Broadway Workshop, A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Marley) @ NSMT, ON THE TOWN (Chip) @ Lucille Lortelle, RAGTIME (Houdini) @ Milwaukee Rep, WHITE CHRISTMAS (Phil) @ Virginia Repertory Theater, LES MISERABLES (Feuilly) @ P.C.L.O. Television: 'Forever' on ABC. In addition to performing, Freddie is a health coach, wellness advocate, and runs the site freddiesetgo.com, giving you weekly doses of inspiration, healthy tips, and food recipes. Proud cancer survivor!
Jeff Pew is currently performing in RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA on Broadway as a member of the Ensemble and an understudy for Prince Topher. In 2015, he will join the cast of the new musical FIRST WIVES CLUB as it heads to Chicago for its pre-Broadway run. As a pianist, Jeff works consistently as an accompanist for American Ballet Theatre and Mark Morris Dance Group. He also has his own YouTube channel with his best friend Luke Hawkins, aptly called 'The Luke and Jeff Show,' which highlights their piano-playing, tap-dancing adventures. He is from San Jose, CA and holds a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from BYU.
In the Season 3 premiere of the 'Something New' podcast, award-winning musical theatre writer Joel B. New sat down with performer and host Ben Cameron (broadwaysessions.net). Ben has appeared on Broadway in Aida and the original casts of Footloose and Wicked. His touring credits include Sweet Charity (opposite Molly Ringwald), Footloose, Fame-The Musical, State Fair and Tommy.