Dame Angela Lansbury is back on the boards! The star of stage, screen, and film will return this Monday night, June 19th @ 7PM for a one night only reading of the British drama, The Chalk Garden at The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College (68th street between Park and Lexington). The performance will be followed by a dinner with the cast at the historic Union Club. [Read more…] about Dame Angela Lansbury Headlines One Night Benefit Reading of “The Chalk Garden”
Theater Review: Kirsten Childs’ Bella: An American Tall Tale
Wild West stories are a dime a dozen, but I can guarantee that you’ve never seen anything fresher or more completely original as Kirsten Childs’ Bella: An American Tall Tale. Childs, who provided the book, music, and lyrics, has turned the traditional tale of Cowboys and Native Americans completely on its head. Our leading player in the Playwrights Horizons production is not a Gary Cooper, Clint Eastwood, or John Wayne type. Instead, it is a beautiful and buxom African-American named Bella (Ashley D. Kelley). Her real last name is “Patterson” but after a tangle with Bonny Jonny Rakehill (Kevin Massey) she boards a train, changes her surname to “Johnson”, and attempts to escape her past. [Read more…] about Theater Review: Kirsten Childs’ Bella: An American Tall Tale
Vivian Reed and Allan Harris’ “Central Park and Other Dreams”
For years, New York’s Central Park has provided the backdrop for numerous television shows and movies. On Friday, May 19th, Broadway composer Matthew Sklar (Elf, The Wedding Singer) and lyricist William Schermerhorn put the world famous landmark in the spotlight at Feinstein’s/54 Below. [Read more…] about Vivian Reed and Allan Harris’ “Central Park and Other Dreams”
Tony Winner Jayne Houdyshell Dishes on “A Dolls House, Part 2”
Jayne Houdyshell’s (pronounced HOWDYshell) name hangs in the marquee window of Broadway’s John Golden Theatre, where she is currently starring in the most Tony-nominated play of the season, A Doll’s House, Part 2 by Lucas Hnath. Just yesterday, it was announced that the originally slated 16 week hit will extend into 2018. [Read more…] about Tony Winner Jayne Houdyshell Dishes on “A Dolls House, Part 2”
Theater Review: Waterwell Theater Company’s “Hamlet”
Shakespeare’s words carry such a perennial quality which in turn, make them living texts capable of re-imagination and modernization. Waterwell Theatre Company, known for “the creation of new works and the bold re-interpretation of classics” is currently breathing life into Denmark’s contemplative prince, Hamlet. [Read more…] about Theater Review: Waterwell Theater Company’s “Hamlet”
Theater Review: A.A. Milne’s “The Lucky One”
To most people, the name A.A. Milne is closely associated with an animated friendly bear who pals around with a pig, a donkey, and his human friend, Christopher. Although it is true that Winnie the Pooh is his most well-known creation, the British author also penned 18 plays and 3 novels over the course of his career. His work was produced on both sides of the Atlantic. [Read more…] about Theater Review: A.A. Milne’s “The Lucky One”
Karen Mason Shines at Don’t Tell Mama’s
If you’re in the market for a comedian, I’ve got a recommendation. For those in search of a wedding singer, I have a name for you. Anyone looking for a bonafide, radiant talent who can sing the living daylights out of any song? I’ve got you covered. The answer to all of the aforementioned queries is: Karen Mason. [Read more…] about Karen Mason Shines at Don’t Tell Mama’s
Designing for Divas: An Interview with “War Paint” Tony Nominee Catherine Zuber
Catherine Zuber is one of the busiest costume designers working in entertainment that even her vacations are work. She’s currently at San Francisco’s Golden Gate Theater for the world premiere of Roman Holiday: The Cole Porter Musical. It began previews on May 23rd and is slated to open this fall on Broadway. [Read more…] about Designing for Divas: An Interview with “War Paint” Tony Nominee Catherine Zuber
Sky Pony Rocks Brooklyn as Part of NYFOS Next Series
New York Festival of Song (NYFOS) is not typically known for concerts involving rainbow colored colonial wigs, pink patent leather pumps, and animal masks, but its founders, Michael Barrett and Steven Blier took a walk on the wilder side last Wednesday night at the hip Brooklyn venue, National Sawdust. [Read more…] about Sky Pony Rocks Brooklyn as Part of NYFOS Next Series
Migguel Anggelo Explores Dual Emotions in His Latest Joe’s Pub Show
“Shy” is not an adjective one would use to describe Migguel Anggelo. The Brooklyn based singer, songwriter, dancer, and performer is an animated, fireball of positive charm whose sincere concern for the world and love of music is expressed through nearly every word he speaks. His vibe is so infectious that he’s attracted the attention of famous celebrities, as well as Tony winning costume designer, Clint Ramos. Ramos saw one of Anggelo’s shows years ago and insisted on creating lavish pieces for him. [Read more…] about Migguel Anggelo Explores Dual Emotions in His Latest Joe’s Pub Show