The Fez

Ages: 12+
Opened: September 26, 2019
Closing: November 01, 2019

The Fez - 2019 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Flea Theater
41 White Street New York, NY 10013

In The Fez, the charmed spell of the theater has somehow absented itself, and something strange happens. A play that was originally printed on a tee shirt is finally produced!



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Steely Dan's Grammy-Winning 'Gaucho' Returns To Vinyl In December; Personally Overseen By Donald Fagen
by Michael Major - Oct 3, 2023

The title would not only mark their final release under MCA Records but also their last studio album for 20 years. Featuring the Top 10 hit “Hey Nineteen,” plus such classic cuts as “Babylon Sisters” and “Time Out of Mind,” Gaucho also boasts a who's who of legendary guest musicians, including Mark Knopfler, Michael McDonald and Bernard Purdie.

Steely Dan's Third Album 'Pretzel Logic' Returns To Vinyl After More Than Three Decades
by Michael Major - Jun 7, 2023

Steely Dan’s third album, Pretzel Logic, will return to vinyl for the first time in over 35 years. Originally released in 1974, the best-selling album marked the band’s first to break Billboard’s Top 10, “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number,” plus such favorites as “Any Major Dude Will Tell You,” “East St. Louis Toodle-Oo,” and “Barrytown.”

THE FRE, New Play From Taylor Mac, Will Seat Audience Members in a Giant Ball Pit
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2020

Taylor Mac will premiere new play, The Fre, at off-Broadway venue The Flea. The Flea's Artistic Director and frequent Taylor Mac collaborator, Niegel Smith will direct. It has been revealed that the play takes place in a giant ball pit, with audience seating inside and out. The play is appropriate for a?oeall agesa??. 

Photo Flash: The Flea Hosts Mac Wellman Symposium
by Julie Musbach - Oct 14, 2019

The Flea Theater hosted a Mac Wellman Symposium: THE ART OF STACKING THE DECK October 4-6, 2019. The three-day symposium was a rare opportunity for Wellman enthusiasts to gather to share stories and dig deep into the mysteries of Wellman's writing.

The Flea Extends 3 Shows In MAC WELLMAN: PERFECT CATASTROPHES Festival
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2019

The Flea Theater will extend three acclaimed productions in MAC WELLMAN: PERFECT CATASTROPHES. This festival of plays by the influential vanguard playwright Mac Wellman runs through November 1. The final two plays in the festival -- a double bill of short one-acts The Sandalwood Box and The Fez -- open on October 5; and The Art of Stacking the Deck: A Mac Wellman Symposium exploring Wellman's profound impact on the American theater runs October 4 a?" 6.

The Flea Presents MAC WELLMAN: PERFECT CATASTROPHES
by Julie Musbach - Jul 22, 2019

The Flea Theater presents Mac Wellman: Perfect Catastrophes, A Festival of Plays featuring full productions of five works by Wellman a?" including the World Premiere of the full-length play The Invention of Tragedy and the premiere of a new one-act titled The Fez.

The Flea Announces 2019/20 Season with Mac Wellman and Taylor Mac
by Rebecca Russo - Jun 27, 2019

Following on the success of the 201718 SEASON OF WOMXN and 201819 COLOR BRAVE SEASON, The Flea announced today that its 201920 Season will be the SEASON OF ANARCHY: THE RETURN OF THE MACS as they welcome back playwrights, poets and activists Mac Wellman and Taylor Mac.

Taylor Mac and Mac Wellman Will Debut New Works at The Flea
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2019

Taylor Mac's Broadway debut play, Gary: A Sequel to Titus Andronicus, recently closed, but according to The New York Times, a new work of Mac's is debuting soon.

THE SIXTIES SHOW to Return to Bay Street This September
by BWW News Desk - Sep 23, 2017

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced the return of THE SIXTIES SHOW today, September 23 at 8 pm.

American Sephardi Music Festival Comes to the Center for Jewish History
by BWW News Desk - Aug 24, 2017

Dynamic and diverse performances by world-class artists will be heard at the first American Sephardi Music Festival.

THE SIXTIES SHOW to Return to Bay Street This September
by BWW News Desk - Aug 21, 2017

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced the return of THE SIXTIES SHOW on Saturday, September 23 at 8 pm.

American Sephardi Music Festival Comes to the Center for Jewish History
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2017

Dynamic and diverse performances by world-class artists will be heard at the first American Sephardi Music Festival.

The Secret Sisters, Garland Jeffreys and More Coming Up at Daryl's House Club
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2017

Daryl's House Club has announced its upcoming performances in Pawling. Details below!

Kung Fu to Play Originals and More at Boulder Theater This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2017

Kung Fu will bring 'The Fez Tour' to Boulder Theater to present one original set and one Steely Dan set on Saturday, April 15, 2017. 

Don't Tell Mama Announces BROADWAY 'BOOZY' BRUNCH November Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2016

Restaurant Row's beloved piano bar, Don't Tell Mama, has announced Broadway 'Boozy' Brunch's special guest line up for November!

THE SIXTIES SHOW Headed to Bay Street Theater
by BWW News Desk - Oct 29, 2016

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts have announced THE SIXTIES SHOW today, October 29 at 8 pm.

THE SIXTIES SHOW Headed to Bay Street Theater
by BWW News Desk - Sep 30, 2016

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts have announced THE SIXTIES SHOW on Saturday, October 29 at 8 pm.

Those Girls Return to The Laurie Beechman Theatre For Two Concerts in September 2016
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2016

Those Girls, the dynamic vocal harmony group that debuted in New York last spring, returns to the Laurie Beechman Theatre in New York City for two shows in September.

Those Girls Return to The Laurie Beechman Theatre For Two Concerts in September 2016
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2016

Those Girls, the dynamic vocal harmony group that debuted in New York last spring, returns to the Laurie Beechman Theatre in New York City for two shows in September.

Community Theatre of Little Rock to Present BUS STOP
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 19, 2016

'Bus Stop' by William Inge The Community Theatre of Little Rock is pleased to continue its 60th Season with our Winter Drama 'Bus Stop' by William Inge.   Show dates are February 11th - 14th and 18th - 21st, 2016 to be held at The Studio Theatre, 320 West 7th Street in Downtown Little Rock.

Oasis San Francisco Announces June 2015 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2015

Oasis (298 11th Street), San Francisco's hottest new nightclub and cabaret theater, kicks off the summer season with a diverse lineup of new and returning musical acts, comedy shows, dance parties, and drag performances.

BONNIE WHITMORE Sophomore LP 'There I Go Again' Out Today
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 11, 2013

Bonnie Whitmore's last album had a body count and a title, Embers to Ashes, that implied a fiery finality. There are broken bones and hard lessons learned on Whitmore's new album, but its title - There I Go Again - suggests less ominous themes.

Bonnie Whitmore Releases Second Album Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 11, 2013

Bonnie Whitmore's last album had a body count and a title, Embers to Ashes, that implied a fiery finality. There are broken bones and hard lessons learned on Whitmore's new album, but its title - There I Go Again - suggests less ominous themes.

Iowa City's Englert Presents Country/Folk Artist Robert Earl Keen Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2013

The Englert Theatre has announced Robert Earl Keen will perform tonight, March 3 at 7pm. An accomplished musician, Keen has built a reputation as one of the nation's finest musical storytellers.

BWW's Top Des Moines Theatre Stories of 2012
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 26, 2012

BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Des Moines in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!

Iowa City's Englert Presents Country/Folk Artist Robert Earl Keen, 3/3
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2012

The Englert Theatre has announced Robert Earl Keen will perform on Sunday, March 3 at 7pm. An accomplished musician, Keen has built a reputation as one of the nation's finest musical storytellers.

Pepperdine Center for the Arts Presents PLENA LIBRE Tonight, 9/30
by BWW News Desk - Sep 30, 2012

With its hard-hitting horns, master hand-drummers, close-harmonizing vocalists, and innovative choreography, four-time Grammy-nominated Puerto Rican band Plena Libre takes the stage at Pepperdine University's Smothers Theatre in Malibu at 7 p.m. tonight, September 30.

Pepperdine Center for the Arts Presents PLENA LIBRE, 9/30
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2012

With its hard-hitting horns, master hand-drummers, close-harmonizing vocalists, and innovative choreography, four-time Grammy-nominated Puerto Rican band Plena Libre takes the stage at Pepperdine University's Smothers Theatre in Malibu at 7 p.m. on Sunday, September 30.

William Elliott Whitmore Added to Lineup of Performers in CAMP EUFORIA Today, 6/9
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2012

Camp Euforia announces William Elliott Whitmore as the final addition to the 2012 lineup. This year's festival will feature three full sets by Euforquestra, including a fan request set and a set covering the music of Beck. Get involved by creating a 60-minute Euforquestra, setlist. More detailed contest rules and information will be posted on the Camp Euforia Facebook page (facebook.com/campeuforia) The winner will receive two backstage passes to this year's Camp Euforia.

William Elliott Whitmore Added to Lineup of Performers in CAMP EUFORIA, 6/9
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2012

Camp Euforia announces William Elliott Whitmore as the final addition to the 2012 lineup. This year's festival will feature three full sets by Euforquestra, including a fan request set and a set covering the music of Beck. Get involved by creating a 60-minute Euforquestra, setlist. More detailed contest rules and information will be posted on the Camp Euforia Facebook page (facebook.com/campeuforia) The winner will receive two backstage passes to this year's Camp Euforia.

Iowa City-Based The Fez to Perform at the Englert, 3/9
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 3, 2012

The Englert Theatre will to present The Fez on Friday, March 9 at 8:00pm.

DanceNOW, A BETTER HOLIDAY & More Among Joe's Pub December Events
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 5, 2011

Joe's Pub has announced the following upcoming events.

The Jewish Museum’s SummerNights Program Returns
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2011

The Jewish Museum's popular SummerNights program returns, presenting live world music in a concert setting on five Thursdays in July and August beginning on July 7. The July 7 and July 14 concerts are sold out. Tickets are available for the other concerts in the series.

The Jewish Museum’s SummerNights Program Returns 7/7
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 20, 2011

The Jewish Museum's popular SummerNights program returns, presenting live world music in a concert setting on five Thursdays in July and August beginning on July 7. The July 7 and July 14 concerts are sold out. Tickets are available for the other concerts in the series.

Jewish Museum Hosts SUMMERNIGHTS FIVE-CONCERT SERIES
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2011

The Jewish Museum's popular SummerNights program returns, presenting live world music in a concert setting on five Thursdays in July and August.

SOUND OF THE SOUL Premieres on Link TV 5/16
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010

Link TV is proud to announce the Link TV premiere of SOUND OF THE SOUL, a vivid, multi-layered portrait of both of an open-minded Arab city and the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music, an extraordinary annual world music event that invites Muslim, Christian and Jewish men and women to perform in public at the only gathering of its kind in the Arab world.

Link TV Premieres SOUND OF THE SOUL 5/16
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010

Link TV announces the Link TV premiere of SOUND OF THE SOUL, a vivid, multi-layered portrait of both of an open-minded Arab city and the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music, an extraordinary annual world music event that invites Muslim, Christian and Jewish men and women to perform in public at the only gathering of its kind in the Arab world. SOUND OF THE SOUL, featuring renowned musicians including Nass El Ghiwane, Anuna, Katia Guerreiro, and Farida Mahwash and the Kabul Ensemble, premieres Sunday, May 16 at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT, followed a live webcast and chat with director Stephen Olsson at 10:28 p.m. ET/7:28 p.m. PT.

SOUND OF THE SOUL Premieres on Link TV 5/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 7, 2010

Link TV is proud to announce the Link TV premiere of SOUND OF THE SOUL, a vivid, multi-layered portrait of both of an open-minded Arab city and the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music, an extraordinary annual world music event that invites Muslim, Christian and Jewish men and women to perform in public at the only gathering of its kind in the Arab world.

Link TV Premieres SOUND OF THE SOUL 5/16
by Marivic Tagala - Apr 29, 2010

Link TV announces the Link TV premiere of SOUND OF THE SOUL, a vivid, multi-layered portrait of both of an open-minded Arab city and the Fez Festival of World Sacred Music, an extraordinary annual world music event that invites Muslim, Christian and Jewish men and women to perform in public at the only gathering of its kind in the Arab world. SOUND OF THE SOUL, featuring renowned musicians including Nass El Ghiwane, Anuna, Katia Guerreiro, and Farida Mahwash and the Kabul Ensemble, premieres Sunday, May 16 at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT, followed a live webcast and chat with director Stephen Olsson at 10:28 p.m. ET/7:28 p.m. PT.

RIALTO CHATTER: Gershon Reveals Famous 'BIRDIE' Scene Cut For Revival
by Eddie Varley - Aug 24, 2009

The New York Daily News reports that according to Gina Gershon, who stars as Rose in the upcoming revival of BYE BYE BIRDIE, the production has said 'bye bye' to an iconic dance sequence that has been in the show since its debut in 1960.

HAIR's Gavin Creel Featured in OUT Magazine
by Eddie Varley - Apr 18, 2009

Gavin Creel, currently starring on Broadway in HAIR, is featured in a fun little profile in OUT magazine.

'HAIR' Star Creel Featured on Advocate.com
by Eddie Varley - Mar 31, 2009

Gavin Creel, currently starring on Broadway in HAIR, is featured on Advocate.com in a candid interview where the Broadway favorite reveals all the sexy excitement of being a part of the show's return to the Great White Way.

Photo Coverage: HAIR Times Talk at NYT Arts & Leisure Weekend
by Peter James Zielinski - Jan 12, 2009

The New York Times presented a starry line up of guests for the Eighth Annual Arts & Leisure Weekend, Jan. 8 to 11. The Times's signature event is a four-day international celebration of the arts with a wide range of activities, from interviews between Times journalists and celebrated guests from the arts, film, music, media and politics, to special offers at cultural institutions around the world. All TimesTalk events are held at TheTimesCenter, 242 West 41st Street. BWW was there as the HAIR family met the press.

Creel Joins and Espinosa Leaves Cast of Broadway Bound HAIR
by Robert Diamond - Jan 8, 2009

Tony Award-nominee Gavin Creel will join the Broadway cast of HAIR: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical, in the leading role of 'Claude', it was announced today by Oskar Eustis, Artistic Director of The Public Theater. In a statement, Mr. Eustis said 'We are thrilled that Gavin Creel will be joining the tribe of HAIR as Claude.

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