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ART ISN'T EASY at the Duplex tonight at 7:00, $10
Jul 7
2012, 02:21:50 PM
If you're looking for something to do tonight come out to the Duplex and see ART ISN'T EASY, a 60 minute cabaret that is a musical journey following 5 artists from the bare stage to the footlights and the blank page to the score, chasing a dream that may be just out of reach. Featuring music by Sondheim, Shaiman, Berlin, Kander & Ebb, and many more!
Starring Billy Aberle, Lital Abrahams, Adam Baritot, Tavis Doucette, Melissa Meli, and Steven H. Taylor. Written and conceived by Jonat
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Actors Fund Auction Online- Lots of Items Starting at $10
Dec 11
2011, 01:37:27 PM
Final Bump- The online portion of the auction will end tonight at 11:59. The only way to make a bid after tonight is to come to the show tomorrow!
Thank you all for your support, this auction is raising quite a bit of money for The Actors Fund!
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Actors Fund Auction Online- Lots of Items Starting at $10
Dec 8
2011, 03:03:45 PM
Bump! The auction is online until Sunday evening!
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Actors Fund Auction Online- Lots of Items Starting at $10
Dec 6
2011, 04:22:38 PM
Whoa! I don't know what happened there, I only typed the URL once! Anyway, I tried to edit it so the link should work. Thank you, Lizzie, for posting the correct URL!
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Actors Fund Auction Online- Lots of Items Starting at $10
Dec 5
2011, 09:07:01 PM
Sorry RC. Hit enter too early and it submitted. Edited to add the link as you were posting.
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Actors Fund Auction Online- Lots of Items Starting at $10
Dec 5
2011, 09:03:45 PM
Hey Everyone,
Edit: Please include your name and e-mail or we cannot confirm your bid!
http://www.theatricalgems.org/miracle/auction.html
In conjunction with our one-night-only benefit performance of the Meredith Willson musical Miracle on 34th Street, Theatrical Gems is offering up an auction of items such as Broadway tickets, signed posters, and more. 100% of auction proceeds benefit The Actors Fund.
There are many items up for auction, including items from shows such as Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Follies, The Merchant of Venice with Al Pacino, and Anything Goes, some New York theatre staples like Manhattan Theatre Club and the Irish Repertory Theatre, and special unique items like the Looped marquee (65" X 30") signed by the full cast (see picture below).
Online bidding has begun and will close at 11:59 PM on Sunday, December 11th. Live bidding will open at 6:30 PM on Monday, December 12th before the performance of Miracle on 34th Street. The auction will conclude at intermission. You do not need to come to the show to win the auction, but it is the only way to guarantee that you are not outbid at the event.
Thank you for looking and good luck!
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Miracle on 34th Street (formerly HERE'S LOVE) Returns to NYC starring Tony Yazbeck to Benefit The Actors Fund. Full Cast Announced.
Nov 22
2011, 05:32:09 PM
For those of you wishing there were more holiday shows in the city this season here you go, Meredith Willson's christmas show formerly titled HERE'S LOVE returns to NYC for one night only! Tickets are only $25 and all of the money goes to the amazing Actors Fund!
In addition to the previously reported Tony Yazbeck, Kimberly Faye Greenberg (Danny and Sylvia), Jim Brochu (The Man Who Came to Dinner, Zero Hour), Rachel Resheff (People in the Picture, mary Poppins), and Brian Childers (Danny and Sylvia), the cast will feature Douglas Leland, Steve Schalchlin, Vincent D'Elia, Daniel Greenwood, Alex Pearlman, Spencer Andrew Taylor, and Mark Donaldson.
The ensemble will include Ashley Boehm, Victoria Broadhurst, Amber Carson, Ethan Khusidman, Kristen Michelle, Robert Mintz, Daniel Moser, Brett Radek, Emily Rosenfeld, Michal Salonia, Sarah Caldwell Smith, and Jennifer Teska.
Originally titled Here's Love, the musical is based on the classic 20 Century Fox film in which a Macy's Department Store Santa (Brochu), who believes himself to be the real Kris Kringle, helps bring the spirit of Christmas to a precocious young girl (Resheff), her mother (Greenberg), and a retired Marine (Yazbeck).
The event is produced by Theatrical Gems, and will benefit The Actors Fund.
To RSVP, e-mail tickets@theatricalgems.org.
   
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Production Assistants needed for Actors Fund benefit
Nov 20
2011, 02:46:57 PM
We are looking for 2 production assistants to work on The Actors Fund benefit performance of Miracle on 34th Street, The Musical, formerly titled Here's Love, starring Broadway favorite Tony Yazbeck and others. Must be available for 2 rehearsals (Wednesday 12/7 from 10:00am - 1:00pm and Friday 12/9 from 10:00am - 4:00pm) and day of show (Monday 12/12 starting at 11:00am).
Duties will include moving the basic set pieces (tables, chairs).
If interested please e-mail
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Tony Yazbeck, Kimberly Faye Greenberg, Jim Brochu Will Star in Miracle on 34th Street Benefit
Nov 4
2011, 03:08:09 PM
More cast announced!
Rachel Resheff (The People in the Picture, Shrek) and Helen Hayes Award winner Brian Childers (Danny and Sylvia) will join the previously announced Tony Yazbeck, Kimberly Faye Greenberg, and Jim Brochu for one night only in the Meredith Willson musical Miracle on 34th Street, presented December 12 in Manhattan to benefit the Actors Fund.
Full article here: http://offbroadway.broadwayworld.com/article/Rachel-Resheff-Brian-Childers-Join-Miracle-On-34th-Street-20111104#ixzz1clVMsGMt
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Tony Yazbeck, Kimberly Faye Greenberg, Jim Brochu Will Star in Miracle on 34th Street Benefit
Nov 3
2011, 07:25:27 PM
Tony Yazbeck (Chicago, Gypsy, A Chorus Line), Kimberly Faye Greenberg (One Night with Fanny Brice, Danny and Sylvia) and Jim Brochu (Zero Hour, The Man Who Came to Dinner) will star in a one-night-only performance of Meredith Willson's Miracle on 34th Street, formerly titled Here's Love, Dec. 12 at The St. Luke's Theatre.
The 7 PM show, which will benefit the Actors Fund, will feature direction by Theatrical Gems artistic director Jacob Shoesmith-Fox, with musical direction by Seth Bisen-Hersh and choreography by Brett Radek.
Miracle on 34th Street features a book, music and lyrics by Willson. The musical, according to press notes, "is based on the classic 20 Century Fox film in which a Macy's Department Store Santa (Brochu), who believes himself to be the real Kris Kringle, helps bring the spirit of Christmas to a precocious young girl, her mother (Greenberg), and a retired Marine (Yazbeck)."
The Actors Fund is a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in performing arts and entertainment. The Fund is a safety net, providing programs and services for those who are in need, crisis or transition.
Theatrical Gems produces Miracle on 34th Street. The organization, a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, strives to educate audiences about the past, present and future of theatre.
The St. Luke's Theatre is located at 308 West 46th Street. For tickets, priced $25, email tickets@theatricalgems.org. For more information, visit www.theatricalgems.org.
http://www.playbill.com/news/article/155919-Tony-Yazbeck-Kimberly-Faye-Greenberg-Jim-Brochu-Will-Star-in-Miracle-on-34th-Street-Benefit
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Childers, Greenberg Set for BROADWAY DOES DISNEY, 10/21
Oct 21
2011, 02:50:55 PM
Just a reminder, Broadway Does Disney is TONIGHT at 7pm at the Duplex Cabaret Theater! We have over 20 fabulous performers singing some of your favorite Disney songs. Tickets are only $15 plus a two drink minimum, which is a lot cheaper than waiting for these songs to finally make it to Broadway!
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Childers, Greenberg Set for BROADWAY DOES DISNEY, 10/21
Oct 6
2011, 09:17:17 PM
Helen Hayes Award winner Brian Childers (Danny and Sylvia) and Kimberly Faye Greenberg (One Night with Fanny Brice, Ghostlight at NYMF) will lend their voices to Broadway Does Disney, a one-night cabaret performance to benefit Theatrical Gems.
Broadway Does Disney presents an evening of songs from your favorite Disney flicks that have yet to hit the Great White Way. The talented friends and supporters of Theatrical Gems sing the hits of Disney that introduced musicals to generations of outstanding young artists. The performance includes songs from The Jungle Book, Tangled, Lady and the Tramp, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Bedknobs and Broomsticks, Pinocchio, Hercules, and more.
The event will be held at The Duplex Cabaret Theatre, 61 Christopher Street, on Friday, October 21 at 7:00 PM.
Read the full article here: http://broadwayworld.com/article/Childers-Greenberg-Set-for-BROADWAY-DOES-DISNEY-1021-20111006#ixzz1a3Qhrq1e
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Have you seen a show in every Broadway house?
Apr 5
2011, 12:28:55 AM
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Broadway For Broke People Concert TONIGHT, April 2
Apr 2
2011, 12:18:50 PM
Hi, everyone,
I wanted to let you know about a fun, cheap concert we are presenting tonight at 9:30 at the Duplex on Christopher Street! The performance includes songs from The Phantom of the Opera, Miss Saigon, Tarzan, Starlight Express, Taboo, Lestat, Titanic, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, and more.
In this day and age when budgets for Broadway musicals are reaching unprecedented highs and audiences expect to see a spectacle, often the very foundation of the musical - the sc
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Cut Song Restored For Theatrical Gems' Wildcat
Dec 14
2010, 03:21:18 PM
The wistful ballad "That's What I Want (For Janie)," in which Wildcat describes her dreams for herself and her sister, has been restored for the Theatrical Gems production of the Cy Coleman-Carolyn Leigh musical Wildcat, presented December 19 in Manhattan to benefit the Actors Fund.
This song was cut from the original production after opening night to ease the vocal load for star Lucille Ball. Director Jacob Shoesmith-Fox states, "I am so excited that the authors' estates have given us special permission to perform ‘That's What I Want (For Janie).' This song adds so much heart to the character of Wildy and presents a side of her that is not seen in the rest of the show."
Wildcat, with music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, and book by N. Richard Nash, tells the story of a frontier woman named Wildcat Jackson who arrives in a border town in the American southwest with dreams of striking oil and tricks foreman Joe Dynamite into helping her. Not-for-profit Theatrical Gems produces the first New York revival of the show since 1961.
The event will be held at The Julia Miles Theatre at the Women's Project, 424 West 55th Street on Sunday, December 19 at 7:00 PM. Theatrical Gems Artistic Director Jacob Shoesmith-Fox directs, with musical direction by Steven H. Taylor.
The 29-person cast stars Luba Mason (Chicago, Jekyll and Hyde) as Wildcat "Wildy" Jackson, Robert Cuccioli (Jekyll and Hyde) as Joe Dynamite, Beth Fowler (The Boy From Oz, Beauty and the Beast) as Countess Emily O'Brien, Lenny Wolpe (Wicked, The Drowsy Chaperone) as the local hermit Sookie, Jenn Gambatese (All Shook Up, Tarzan) as Wildcat's sister Janie, and newcomer Junior Mendez (CBS's My Broadway Debut) as Joe's young sidekick Hank.
The cast also features Vincent D'Elia (Kiss of the Spider Woman, Grease), Lawrence E. Street (Urinetown), Pierce Cravens (Ragtime, A Christmas Carol), Kenneth Kasch, Tony Castellanos, Gregory Couba, Michal Salonia, Spencer Andrew Taylor, and Michael Puglia. The ensemble is made up of Lital Abrahams, Andrea Andert, Kiarri D. Andrews, Jaime Lyn Beatty, Christopher DeRosa, Jonathan Juarbe, James LaRosa, Nolan Muña, Alison Rose Munn, Tara Novie, Erin O'Neil, Tony Ramos, Jillian Schochet, and Bradley Vile.
Wildcat was Cy Coleman's first musical. It opened on December 16, 1960 and is best remembered for being the sole Broadway appearance of comedienne Lucille Ball, although the cast also featured Keith Andes, Paula Stewart, Edith King, and a young Valerie Harper (Rhoda) in the dance ensemble. Wildcat closed on June 3, 1961 after two hiatuses and 171 performances.
Tickets are $25 and can be reserved by emailing tickets@theatricalgems.org.
The Actors Fund is a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in performing arts and entertainment. The Fund is a safety net, providing programs and services for those who are in need, crisis or transition.
Theatrical Gems strives to educate audiences about the past, present, and future of theater. Through the entertaining and engaging presentation of popular classics, new works, and underappreciated relics, we hope to expand horizons and tastes with the goal of preservingthese works of art for future generations of theatergoers. Theatrical Gems is a sponsoredproject of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization.
For more information, visit: www.theatricalgems.org
Full article: http://offbroadway.broadwayworld.com/article/Cut_Song_Restored_For_Theatrical_Gems_Wildcat_20101214#ixzz187RWw7Sf
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Full cast announced for Theatrical Gems' WILDCAT!
Dec 2
2010, 11:30:26 AM
Bumping because some people were asking about the full cast and I want to make sure they see it!
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Full cast announced for Theatrical Gems' WILDCAT!
Dec 1
2010, 04:13:10 PM
Junior Mendez, a recent Florida State graduate, has been hand-picked to star in Wildcat alongside Luba Mason and Robert Cuccioli in the Cy Coleman-Carolyn Leigh musical Wildcat, presented December 19 in Manhattan to benefit the Actors Fund.
Mendez joins the previously announced Mason (Chicago, Jekyll and Hyde), Cuccioli (Jekyll and Hyde), Beth Fowler (The Boy From Oz, Beauty and the Beast), Lenny Wolpe (Wicked, The Drowsy Chaperone), and Jenn Gambatese (All Shook Up, Tarzan).
Mendez, who was a finalist on the 2006 CBS special My Broadway Debut, humbly states, "I am thrilled to interact, work and learn alongside such a talented cast. I am grateful to be given this opportunity."
Director Jacob Shoesmith-Fox states, "We are overjoyed to be able provide a wonderful young actor with a role like this is in a benefit for the incredible Actors Fund. Theatrical Gems is dedicated to the future oftheater and actors such as Junior are the future."
Wildcat, with music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, and book by N. Richard Nash, tells the story of a frontier woman named Wildcat Jackson (Mason) who arrives in a border town in the American southwest with dreams of striking oil and tricks foreman Joe Dynamite (Cuccioli) into helping her. Not-for-profit Theatrical Gems produces the first New York revival of the show since 1961.
The event will be held at The Julia Miles Theatre at the Women's Project, 424 West 55th Street on Sunday, December 19 at 7:00 PM.
Theatrical Gems Artistic Director Jacob Shoesmith-Fox directs, with musical direction by Steven H. Taylor. The 29-person cast also features Vincent D'Elia (Kiss of the Spider Woman, Grease), Lawrence E. Street (Urinetown), Pierce Cravens (Ragtime, A Christmas Carol), Kenneth Kasch, Tony Castellanos, Gregory Couba, Michal Salonia, Spencer Andrew Taylor, and Michael Puglia.
The ensemble is made up of Lital Abrahams, Andrea Andert, Kiarri D. Andrews, Jaime Lyn Beatty, Christopher DeRosa, Jonathan Juarbe, James LaRosa, Nolan Muña, Alison Rose Munn, Tara Novie, Erin O'Neil, Tony Ramos, Jillian Schochet, and Bradley Vile.
Wildcat was Cy Coleman's first musical. It opened on December 16, 1960 and is best remembered for being the sole Broadway appearance of comedienne Lucille Ball, although the cast also featured Keith Andes, Paula Stewart, Edith King, and a young Valerie Harper (Rhoda) in the dance ensemble. Wildcat closed on June 3, 1961 after two hiatuses and 171 performances.
Tickets are $25 and can be reserved by emailing tickets@theatricalgems.org. Tickets will be purchased at the door. Proceeds benefit the Actors Fund.
The Actors Fund is a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in performing arts and entertainment. The Fund is a safety net, providing programs and services for those who are in need, crisis or transition.
Theatrical Gems strives to educate audiences about the past, present, and future of theater. Through the entertaining and engaging presentation of popular classics, new works, and underappreciated relics, we hope to expand horizons and tastes with the goal of preserving these works of art for future generations of theatergoers. Theatrical Gems is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit artsservice organization.
For more information, visit: www.theatricalgems.org
Full article here: http://offbroadway.broadwayworld.com/article/Newcomer_Junior_Mendez_Scores_Lead_in_Wildcat_Full_Cast_Announced_20101201#ixzz16teir4YV
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Robert Cuccioli and Luba Mason Star in Wildcat 12/19 to benefit the Actors Fund
Nov 29
2010, 06:50:14 PM
Don't worry, you haven't missed it! The full cast is being announced this week.
So sorry about the delay, we just didn't want to announce it too close to the holiday.
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Jenn Gambatese Replaces Allison Case in Wildcat 12/19
Nov 19
2010, 05:37:17 PM
Auditions were held last week, and we are very happy about the cast we have assembled! The full list will be released very soon, so keep your eyes peeled!
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Jenn Gambatese Replaces Allison Case in Wildcat 12/19
Nov 19
2010, 02:48:48 PM
Jenn Gambatese (All Shook Up, Tarzan) steps into the role of Janie after Allison Case had to bow out due to scheduling conflicts.
She joins Lenny Wolpe (Wicked, The Drowsy Chaperone), Beth Fowler (The Boy From Oz, Beauty and the Beast), Robert Cuccioli (Jekylland Hyde), and Luba Mason (Chicago, Jekyll and Hyde) for one night only in the Cy Coleman-Carolyn Leigh musical Wildcat, presented December 19 in Manhattan to benefit the Actors Fund.
Wildcat, with music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, and book by N. Richard Nash,tells the story of a frontier woman named Wildcat Jackson (Mason) who arrives in a border town in the American southwest with dreams of striking oil and, with the help of her sister Janie (Gambatese), eccentric new friend Countess Emily O'Brien (Fowler), and the local hermitSookie (Wolpe), tricks foreman Joe Dynamite (Cuccioli) into helping her.
Not-for-profit Theatrical Gems produces the first New York revival of the show since 1961. The event will be held at The Julia Miles Theatre at the Women's Project, 424 West 55th Street on Sunday, December 19 at 7:00 PM. Theatrical Gems Artistic Director Jacob Shoesmith-Fox directs, with musical direction by Steven H. Taylor.
Full casting will be announced shortly.
Wildcat was Cy Coleman's first musical. It opened on December 16, 1960 and is best remembered for being the sole Broadway appearance of comedienne Lucille Ball, although the cast also featured Keith Andes, Paula Stewart, Edith King, and a young Valerie Harper (Rhoda) in the dance ensemble. Audiences adored Ball and flocked to see her in person. Unfortunately,when Ball started to become ill and miss performances, the producers could not afford to keep the show open without her. Wildcat closed on June 3, 1961 after two hiatuses and 171 performances.
Tickets are $25 and can be reserved by emailing tickets@theatricalgems.org.
Tickets will be purchased at the door. Proceeds benefit the Actors Fund.
The Actors Fund is a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in performing arts and entertainment. The Fund is a safety net, providing programs and services for those who are in need, crisis or transition.
Theatrical Gems strives to educate audiences about the past, present, and future of theater. Through the entertaining and engaging presentation of popular classics, new works, and underappreciated relics, we hope to expand horizons and tastes with the goal of preserving these works of art for future generations of theatergoers. Theatrical Gems is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization. For more information, visit: www.theatricalgems.org
Read the full article here: http://offbroadway.broadwayworld.com/article/Jenn_Gambatese_Replaces_Allison_Case_in_Wildcat_1219_20101119#ixzz15l9XUbD1
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