Friday, February 21, 2025
This past weekend, from February 7th to 9th, BroadwayCon filled New York City with an electric energy as fans from all over the world gathered to celebrate the magic of musical theatre. Now in its tenth season, this iconic festival continues to impress with an array of engaging events and stellar talent, all orchestrated by the beloved Broadway icon Anthony Rapp. As a passionate theatre enthusiast, attending BroadwayCon each year has been a plan, and this year did not disappoint. The schedule was packed with inspiring classes and seminars led by renowned Broadway creators and performers, covering a wide range of
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Laughs, Heart And A Midnight Hero: Chris Ferretti Takes The Stage At The Green Room 42
Laughs, Heart, and Great Spaghetti: Chris Ferretti Takes the Stage at The Green Room 42** Prepare for a night of laughter and unforgettable stories as NYC-based comedian Chris Ferretti graces The Green Room 42 for a recording of his next comedy special, *MIDNIGHT HERO*. A fixture in the New York comedy scene, Chris promises an evening filled with his unique blend of humor and heartfelt storytelling, touching on everything from family life and the trials of marriage to the perils of confronting a burglar in nothing but his “nut huggers” armed with a wooden spoon. Chris Ferretti’s journey to the stand-up stage
Nutcracker Rouge: Sweet Dreams Are Made Of Shows Like These
A club remix of the Nutcracker theme that melts, like chocolate candy on the tongue, into a sultry live rendition of "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)"? That's entertainment, baby. My love told me that I’m falling asleep during performances recently. One show last week she clocked me falling asleep 12 times in one hour. So from now on I’ll be rating productions by “Nods” or how many times I “Nod Off”. Let us begin. It's the first of many holiday gifts Company XIV offers up in Nutcracker Rouge, the Brooklyn burlesque troupe's flagship show now in its 15th year. A
Immersed In Santa’s Secret In Chelsea
As someone who has never attended an all out burlesque event before, I was initially unsure about what to expect when my love insisted we go to Santa’s Secret Immersive Holiday Experience. From the moment we arrived, it became clear I was in for a delightful surprise that would change my perspective on holiday celebrations entirely. Set in a beautifully transformed West Chelsea location, the event takes you on a whimsical journey through a stunning winter wonderland filled with eight unique interactive installations. Each installation is elaborately designed and offers a blend of cheeky holiday cheer—from naughty snow angels to Santa's
A Christmas Carol At The Players Theater
BroadwayCon 2024: A Celebration of Theater and Conversation
I had the pleasure of attending BroadwayCon this past week at The New York Hilton. This marked my sixth review of the event since it was founded by Anthony Rapp in 2016. It’s hard to believe we’re approaching the ten-year anniversary of this spectacular gathering for theater enthusiasts, especially since BroadwayCon will return in February, back to its original time slot. D.B. Frick Giving Improv Seminar This year was particularly special for me, as I had the incredible opportunity to lead a presentation. I hosted an Improv Seminar titled "Improv: A Brief History and How to Create Your Own Show in Under
Will “Suffs” Have Enough To Snuff Out The Competition This Season
Suffragette!!!! Ohhhh!!! Ohhhhh!!! As Sir Paul McCartney once sang or thereabouts. “Suffs,” is the latest Broadway sensation nominated for 6 Tony Awards and executive produced by Hillary Clinton. “Suffs” transports audiences back to the heart of the suffragette movement in 1917. This bombastic and poignant musical, led by Shaina Taub, a multifaceted talent who wears many hats as the writer, composer, and star, shines a bright light on the historical journey of the courageous women fighting for the right to vote. In the spirit of Lin Manuel Miranda’s groundbreaking work with “Hamilton,” Taub showcases her brilliance, promising a masterpiece that
The Great Gatsby Grants A Gratuitous Look At The On Going Wealth Gap
The new musical adaptation of "The Great Gatsby" on Broadway seems to be in a race to outdo other shows that feature more rain than you can shake a stick at and more cars than Jerry Seinfeld could handle. Jay Gatsby, the self-made enigma and party king of West Egg, Long Island, is a man of insecurities hidden behind a facade of wealth, constantly teetering on the edge of exposure. Like all men. In this dazzling Jazz Age production, Gatsby’s grand gestures to impress the high society, from showcasing his Oxford photo like a desperate salesman to transforming his neighbor Nick's
Rachel McAdams shows us how to do it in “Mary Jane”
As if I didn't have enough reasons to not have children. “Mary Jane” written by Amy Herzog (who once again hardens the fact that she is America’s premiere playwright) gives us the best reasons for living a childless life. The economic climate, wealth disparity, food shortages. The future seems nothing but despondent so any effort to have children at this point strikes me as particularly selfish from a parental viewpoint (and I’ve raised both animals and other people's children). That being said, I currently work with and have worked with many students who were wheelchair-bound and on inhalation devices which is never a sight one wants to behold for their child. The loss of a three-year-old by a mother is
I’m an Insider Now That I’ve Seen The Outsiders
When I stepped out into the bright stage light I was brought back to 1967. In 1983 at age 7 I first saw "The Outsiders". I watched it over and over again. I didn't realize why I needed to watch it so often until now. The themes of loss, trauma, one's inner fight, rich man poor man, and most importantly the need for an opportunity to get out and on the road are alive and well in this story. Then in 8th grade, I had to read the book. What I mostly remember is how mean Pony Boy was to" Cherry