WHY WON'T YOU LET ME BE GREAT!!! is a group show inspired by Kanye West's ground-breaking, 'Thom Yorke in the Strip Club' crossover pop album 808s & Heartbreak. Conceived by Brendan Kennedy and presented by Neal Medlyn and Catch in association with Performance Space 122, the evening-length performance will feature work by a vast array of downtown superstars showing pieces inspired by each song from the album, much as the Joffrey Ballet's (in)famous Billboards choreographed the songs of Prince.
For the first and only time, Our Hit Parade is breaking from its format and presenting an All Michael Jackson Edition of Our Hit Parade for July. the King of Pop touched us all and his songs will live on forever. So join Bridget Everett, Kenny Mellman and Neal Medlyn as they, and a slew of guest artists including Jenn Harris, Molly Pope, Claudia Gonson, Dudley Klute, NA-ON, and many more as they pay tribute to the songs of Michael Jackson. Don't be fooled: this is not your staid overly reverential tribute. Expect the insane.
Joes Pub Announces their upcoming shows including JARROD EMICK & ERIC ANTHONY: ROCK & COUNTRY HITS
Including music of The Beatles, Johnny Cash & more
Monday, August 24 at 9:30 PM
WHY WON'T YOU LET ME BE GREAT!!! is a group show inspired by Kanye West's ground-breaking, 'Thom Yorke in the Strip Club' crossover pop album 808s & Heartbreak. Conceived by Brendan Kennedy and presented by Neal Medlyn and Catch in association with Performance Space 122, the evening-length performance will feature work by a vast array of downtown superstars showing pieces inspired by each song from the album, much as the Joffrey Ballet's (in)famous Billboards choreographed the songs of Prince.
For the first and only time, Our Hit Parade is breaking from its format and presenting an All Michael Jackson Edition of Our Hit Parade for July. the King of Pop touched us all and his songs will live on forever. So join Bridget Everett, Kenny Mellman and Neal Medlyn as they, and a slew of guest artists including Jenn Harris, Molly Pope, Claudia Gonson, Dudley Klute, NA-ON, and many more as they pay tribute to the songs of Michael Jackson. Don't be fooled: this is not your staid overly reverential tribute. Expect the insane.
An impeccable blend of Folk, R&B, Soul, Afro-pop and more, Vocalist JENNIFER JOHNS/ SPARLHA SWA (of Fela the Musical) 6/5 at 11:30PM Cheap Tix avaliable.
An impeccable blend of Folk, R&B, Soul, Afro-pop and more, Vocalist JENNIFER JOHNS/ SPARLHA SWA (of Fela the Musical) 6/5 at 11:30PM Cheap Tix avaliable.
OUR HIT PARADE is back Wednesday, May 20 at 9:30pm with Trapper Felides and the cast of Broadway's '13', Jenn Harris, Murray Hill, Larry Krone, Molly Pope, Varsity Interpretive Dance Squad, Adira Amram. OUR HIT PARADE Wednesday, May 20 at 9:30 PM.
RYNESS (OF BROADWAY'S HAIR)
Monday, April 13 at 9:30 PM
RYNESS writes songs about tension, transcendence, and passion. Featuring a collection of diverse musical backgrounds, they pour all their creative energy into creating a singular and legendary live show. Frontman and songwriter Bryce Ryness is currently summoning the 'Age of Aquarius' as 'Woof' in Broadway's HAIR. He's also appeared in the Broadway cast of Legally Blonde and toured the country as 'Roger' in Rent. $15
RYNESS (OF BROADWAY'S HAIR)
Monday, April 13 at 9:30 PM
RYNESS writes songs about tension, transcendence, and passion. Featuring a collection of diverse musical backgrounds, they pour all their creative energy into creating a singular and legendary live show. Frontman and songwriter Bryce Ryness is currently summoning the 'Age of Aquarius' as 'Woof' in Broadway's HAIR. He's also appeared in the Broadway cast of Legally Blonde and toured the country as 'Roger' in Rent. $15
Award winning comedian Judy Gold hates one-person shows, that's why she's doing her second one: 'Judy Gold is Mommy Queerest!' The star of the critically acclaimed, '25 Questions for a Jewish Mother' has a lot to say about being the mother of 2 boys and an out lesbian comic. There is no stone unturned - her mother, anti-depressants, nursing homes, parenting, gay marriage,, and of course what she truly thinks about her kids - they are annoying, expensive, and they better pluck out her chin hairs when she's in the Hebrew Home for the Aged. Gay or straight, black or white, Jew or non-denominational neurotic, Judy will make you laugh your ass off - and with America's high rate of obesity that's a good thing. 3/20 at 8:00 PM $18
The 8th annual Murray Hill Oscar Party with Special Guests, Oscar Ballots, Trivia, Prizes, Awards and more!
Sunday, February 22 at 7:00 PM (6:30 PM Doors)
Don't have the money to fly to LA's Kodak Theater this year? Wasn't invited? Who cares - Live from New York, it's the 2008 Academy Awards hosted by MURRAY HILL!
Celebrate the most glamorous night in Hollywood with Murray Hill 'the hardest working middle-aged man in show business' as he hosts his 8th Annual Oscar Party in NYC at Joe's Pub. Murray will be joined by special guests who will re-enact favorite scenes from this year's nominated films and liven up the evening when the boring tributes go on...and on...and on.... with special guest comedians...NEAL MEDLYN, DIANE O'DEBRA, KATE McKINNON, ERIN MARKEY, & special musical appearance from the cast of OUR HIT PARADE
Award winning comedian Judy Gold hates one-person shows, that's why she's doing her second one: 'Judy Gold is Mommy Queerest!' The star of the critically acclaimed, '25 Questions for a Jewish Mother' has a lot to say about being the mother of 2 boys and an out lesbian comic. There is no stone unturned - her mother, anti-depressants, nursing homes, parenting, gay marriage,, and of course what she truly thinks about her kids - they are annoying, expensive, and they better pluck out her chin hairs when she's in the Hebrew Home for the Aged. Gay or straight, black or white, Jew or non-denominational neurotic, Judy will make you laugh your ass off - and with America's high rate of obesity that's a good thing. 3/20 at 8:00 PM $18
The 8th annual Murray Hill Oscar Party with Special Guests, Oscar Ballots, Trivia, Prizes, Awards and more!
Sunday, February 22 at 7:00 PM (6:30 PM Doors)
Don't have the money to fly to LA's Kodak Theater this year? Wasn't invited? Who cares - Live from New York, it's the 2008 Academy Awards hosted by MURRAY HILL!
Celebrate the most glamorous night in Hollywood with Murray Hill 'the hardest working middle-aged man in show business' as he hosts his 8th Annual Oscar Party in NYC at Joe's Pub. Murray will be joined by special guests who will re-enact favorite scenes from this year's nominated films and liven up the evening when the boring tributes go on...and on...and on.... with special guest comedians...NEAL MEDLYN, DIANE O'DEBRA, KATE McKINNON, ERIN MARKEY, & special musical appearance from the cast of OUR HIT PARADE
The Zipper Factory Theater (located at 336 West 37th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues) proudly announces the return of OUR HIT PARADE, the acclaimed revue starring Kenny Mellman, Bridget Everett and Neal Medlyn. The show begins monthly performances at The Zipper beginning Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 10:30 p.m.
Kenny Mellman, Bridget Everett and Neal Medlyn Premiere two shows at THE Zipper Factory Theater in December.
The Zipper Factory Theater (located at 336 West 37th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues) proudly announces the following shows premiering in December:
OUR HIT PARADE A New York Premiere
Starring Kenny Mellman, Bridget Everett & Neal Medlyn.
OUR HIT PARADE is a countdown of Today's Top Hits, performed by the hosts and special guests, including Adam Dugas, Johnny McGovern, Billy Eichner, Jim Andralis and Larry Krone, Will Schwartz (of the band hey willpower), VIDS and more.
