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IN THIS ISSUE:
42nd Street Moon - You Can't Stop the Beat Virtual Gala
ACT of Connecticut - Snapshots: A Musical Scrapbook
Amas Musical Theatre - Hip-Hop Cinderella
Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music - 5 x 15: Five World Premiere Fifteen-Minute Musicals
Barrington Stage Company - 10x10 New Play Festival
Broadway On Demand - The Black Emperor of Broadway, F*ck 7th Grade and 3 Mo' Divas!
Broadway Rose - The Story of My Life (Fest '07)
Cardinal Stage - Swing into Spring Cabaret
Michael Cooper - Marguerite Cast Album
La Jolla Playhouse - Spittin' Truth to Power While Light Leaping For the People
New York Theatre Barn - On This Side of the World (Fest '20) and The Village of Vale
Northern Sky Theater - Malarkey! 1993 in the Park
The Public Theater of San Antonio - Empanada
Spencer Williams - Musicals With Impact Podcast
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42ND STREET MOON HOSTS YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT VIRTUAL GALA
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42nd Street Moon invites you to join us for our first ever virtual gala! This year’s theme, You Can’t Stop the Beat, looks to the future towards a better, brighter Moon where students, artists, audiences, and the Bay Area arts community will all be able to share in the joy and magic of live theatre for many years to come. With a star-studded cast of over 40 incredible performers, including Tony Award-winners and nominees, and other surprise guests, we look forward to an evening of uplifting performances and optimism for the future of the arts.
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ACT OF CONNECTICUT STREAMS SNAPSHOTS: A MUSICAL SCRAPBOOK
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Stephen Schwartz's SNAPSHOTS: A Musical Scrapbook is an original musical which incorporates over two dozen of Mr. Schwartz's songs, including songs from Wicked, Pippin, Godspell, The Baker’s Wife, Rags, Working, Children of Eden, and Enchanted. This musical is a touching and authentic look into how we fall in love and the poignant power of trusting our hearts and memories.
ACT of CT’s Artistic Director, Daniel C. Levine and Music Supervisor, Bryan Perri, in collaboration with Stephen Schwartz have captured this remarkable and heartwarming musical for audiences to stream from February 13 - 28th. Click here to learn more.
If your organization would like to offer this Stephen Schwartz musical stream to your audiences, ACT of CT would be happy to give a percentage of the ticket sales to your organization. Please reach out to NAMT Associate Member Erin Craig (Erin@lavieproductions.com) for more information.
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AMAS MUSICAL THEATRE'S HIP-HOP CINDERELLA NOW EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 28TH
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Beamed directly from the planet Centra, the new intergalactic musical, Hip Hop Cinderella: A New Musical has been extended a SECOND time, and will be available to stream through February 28th. Watch for a rapping robot who can open quantum portals, an interplanetary rap competition, family squabbles, and a hyper-partying Prince. Our space-age Cinderella certainly has her work cut out for her!
Propelled with music and lyrics by Rona Siddiqui, book by Scott Elmegreen, and based on a treatment by Linda Chichester and NAMT Associate Member David Coffman (Fest '98, Blackbirds of Broadway.) Click here for more information.
*NEW: NAMT members can enjoy $10 off their ticket price with promo code "amas10" (all lower case.)
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BALDWIN WALLACE UNIVERSITY CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PREMIERES FIVE MUSICALS FROM NAMT'S 15-MINUTE MUSICAL CHALLENGE
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In the press release for project, NAMT Executive Director, Betsy King Militello shared: “In all times, but especially challenging times, we believe that musical theatre has the power to elevate the human experience and uplift each other. The 15-Minute Musical Challenge, inspired and supported by the Alhadaff Family Charitable Foundation, was developed to inspire creativity during the early days of social distancing. We are thrilled to see five of the winning musicals see further development with Beck Center for the Arts and Baldwin Wallace University."
Submissions of completed 15-minute musicals or 15 minutes of a new full-length project were submitted to NAMT in May 2020. The winning submissions received a cash prize through the generous and enthusiastic support of the Alhadeff Family Charitable Foundation. These five winning 15-minute brand new musical pieces were produced by Beck Center for the Arts, in collaboration with Baldwin Wallace University Music Theatre Program
The production will include performances of rock-musical White Man’s Burden by Eric Jones and Joshua S. Davis, imaginative thriller Monster on the Lawn by Obed De La Cruz, country-musical Rodeo Clowns by Dale Sampson, futuristic sci-fi story Holo by Nico Juber and the women-centric Perpetual Sunshine and the Ghost Girls by Lynne Shankel and Sara Cooper. The video will be available to rent February 12th - March 7th on ShowTix4U.com. For more information on the production see BeckCenter.com.
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10 TEN-MINUTE PLAYS x 10 PLAYWRIGHTS = 100 MINUTES OF PURE JOY WITH BARRINGTON STAGE COMPANY
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10×10 is back to shake those winter blues away, from the comfort of your own home! Filmed live at Barrington Stage Company's Boyd-Quinson Stage in Pittsfield, MA and streaming March 11–14 & 18–21, this year’s selection is sure to delight.
To check out this year's lineup and purchase tickets, head to BSC's website.
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EXCITING TITLES AVAILABLE ON BROADWAY ON DEMAND THIS MONTH
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The Black Emperor of Broadway
An Arthur Egeli Film
In 1921, Eugene O'Neill rejects the use of blackface and casts African American actor Charles Gilpin in the lead of his groundbreaking play Emperor Jones.
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F*ck 7th Grade
Music, Lyrics and Concept by Jill Sobule
Book by Liza Birkenmeier
In this world premiere concert film, award-winning singer-songwriter Jill Sobule – whose 1990’s hits include “Supermodel” and the original “I Kissed a Girl” – takes audiences through a Rock’n’Roll celebration of coming of age and coming out. Contains mature language and situations.
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3 Mo' Divas!
Produced by Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Three magnificent voices. Ten musical styles. Two hundred years of music. Take your front-row seat at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts for genre-defying feats of vocal skill by three of today’s most versatile and powerful singers. Sopranos Nova Y. Payton and Jamet Pittman and mezzo-soprano Laurice Lanier are all classically trained, but there’s nothing they can’t sing, from soaring opera to show tunes, jubilant gospel, jazz, blues, and more. Conceived by Marion J. Caffey, creator of the smash hit Three Mo’ Tenors, this is the show that has thrilled audiences all across North America. Complete with rehearsal clips and interviews, it’s nonstop family entertainment.
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BROADWAY ROSE STREAMS THE STORY OF MY LIFE
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The Story of My Life (Fest '07)
Directed by Sharon Maroney
Music Director Jeffrey Childs
Music and lyrics by Neil Bartram and book by Brian Hill
Best-selling author Thomas finds himself at a loss for words when faced with the task of eulogizing his lifelong friend, Alvin, after his mysterious death. As Thomas struggles to compose his thoughts, he is drawn into the library of his mind by the embodied memory of his friend. Through music and song these two friends recount their humorous adventures, quibble about their past, and ultimately discover what is at the base of every strong friendship... love.
The production stars Alec Cameron Lugo and Andrew Wade, and streams February 5 - 28 via BroadwayRose.org.
*Content Advisories: The Story of My Life is recommended for ages 13 and older. The show contains mild profanity and themes of death and suicide.
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SWING INTO SPRING WITH CARDINAL STAGE
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Get your toes tapping with a night of songs that swing! Inspired by great singers from Ella Fitzgerald to Frank Sinatra, this show is sure to hit the sweet spot for anyone who likes their musical theater with a dash of ring-a-ding-ding!
Performances March 26 & 27 at 7:00pm EST at CardinalStage.org.
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FEST ALUM MICHAEL COOPER RELEASES NEW RECORDING OF MARGUERITE
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Broadway Records has announced the release of Marguerite, a new musical written by Anton Dudley (book and lyrics) with music by Michael Cooper (Fest '06, Sunfish; Fest '09, It Shoulda Been You.)
You've never met anyone like her. A death-defying journey of a fearless pioneer, Marguerite is a new musical based on the life of Canada's first female saint, Marguerite Bourgeoys, and will inspire with a tale of love, inclusion, and living life without walls. Her ever-present faith combined with solid determination helped her bring liberated women to the New World and to build the city of Montreal.
Pre-orders for the CD of Marguerite are available on BroadwayRecords.com and other major music retailers ahead of a March 5th release. The digital album is now available wherever digital music is sold and on BroadwayRecords.com. For more information about Marguerite, visit TheMargueriteMusical.com or on social media @MargueriteShow.
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LA JOLLA PLAYHOUSE BRINGS THEIR WITHOUT WALLS SERIES ONLINE WITH SPITTIN' TRUTH TO POWER WHILE LIGHT LEAPING FOR THE PEOPLE
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Spittin’ Truth To Power While Light Leaping For the People is a powerful intergenerational piece using images, music and storytelling styles reminiscent of the griot. Between fire and brimstone preaching, the intimate vulnerability of prayer, and the invitation to fellowship, renowned San Diego poet Alyce Smith Cooper and acclaimed DJ and musician Shammy Dee are reaching to penetrate the hearts of the people. This three-part spoken verse encompasses the juxtaposition of past/present, yin/yang, male/female with the dream of transformations hoped for and imagined. It is both a personal moment and a collective piece – a springing forward into a leap of light.
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NEW YORK THEATRE BARN'S NEW WORKS SERIES SPOTLIGHTS 2020 FESTIVAL SHOW ON THIS SIDE OF THE WORLD AND THE VILLAGE OF VALE
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Now in its 14th season, New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series presents exclusive “pre-premieres” of new musicals in the early stages of development. New York Theatre Barn is keeping original live theatre alive during these unprecedented times. From our homes to yours, we are excited to share and experience the magic of live theatre in development.
The next installment on Wednesday, March 3rd will be a 1-hour virtual live stream which will include excerpts from two new musicals:
- On This Side Of The World (Fest '20) by Paulo K Tiról and Noam Shapiro - Stories of overseas workers, young lovers and gossipy church ladies. Snapshots of undocumented immigrants, millennial princesses and first-generation Americans. In On This Side of the World, six actors give voice to Filipino immigrants navigating old lives and new beginnings, as a one-way ticket sends them on a journey eight-thousand miles from home.
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The Village Of Vale by Jonathan Karpinos, John McGrew and Joseph Varca - Carrying only a pair of magical glasses and a desire for vengeance, an ageless Traveler returns to the village that once betrayed her. When she finally returns to Vale, she is caught up in the lives of the villagers who hold the key to her vengeance: an obsessed bookkeeper, a haunted widow, and the family of proud woodcutters that exiled her long ago. As her search for revenge upends the lives of everyone she encounters, she faces a choice that will change the village of Vale forever.
Featuring performances from Belinda Allyn, Marc delaCruz, Lauren Elder, John McGrew, Michael Protacio and Joy Tamayo. Produced by Joe Barros and Jen Sandler, the event streams live on New York Theatre Barn's YouTube channel on Wednesday, March 3rd at 7pm ET. The New Works Series has received support in part by NAMT's Innovation & Expoloration Fund.
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NORTHERN SKY THEATER RELEASES 1993 ARCHIVE RECORDING OF MALARKEY!
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In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, Northern Sky presents Malarkey!: 1993 in the Park, the first time Northern Sky has ever released an entire show from its video archive. Shot on a hot summer night in 1993, this archive of Malarkey! positively vibrates with the distinctive energy of the Peninsula Park amphitheater—you can practically hear the trees rustle. Filled with the songs, stories, and humor of Ireland, this archive of Malarkey! features the show’s original cast: Kelly Brainerd, Suzanne Graff, Doc Heide, Jeff Herbst, Karen Mal, and Northern Sky’s late cofounder, Fred Alley. A full video of the show’s sound check was also captured the night of the taping and provides a rare candid look at the cast as they prepare for the evening’s show.
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THE PUBLIC THEATER OF SAN ANTONIO PRESENTS EMPANADA
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A live virtual performance. The story of a Lesbiana en probaditas. A sometimes-hilarious comedy, other times dramatic and emotional story of the difficult challenges a Mexican-American is faced with when family, religion, cultura, and her inner truth come together.
*May contain themes and content not suitable for all audiences. The production streams March 4-14th on ThePublicSA.org.
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SPENCER WILLIAMS HOSTS MUSICALS WITH IMPACT PODCAST AS PART OF BROADWAY REFOCUSED PROJECT
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Hosted by NAMT Associate Member Spencer Williams, Musicals with Impact is a new a podcast that is part of the Broadway ReFocused Project, exploring Broadway’s past with a goal to reshape its future. In each episode, we learn about a new and innovative musical that encompasses BIPOC, transgender, queer, women, disabled, and other under-represented voices. The podcast celebrates a culture-shifting musical as it begins its journey to the Broadway stage. Musicals with Impact is developed in partnership with New York Theatre Barn, a not-for-profit theatre company that incubates original musicals that tell untold stories, produced by Fashion Consort and part of the FC Podcasts network. Creator and host, Spencer Williams, is a musical theatre educator, composer and playwright.
The first season will include these new musicals for you to learn about:
- Frankie, the musical
- Wonder Boy, the musical
- Treeson, the musical
- Salem, the musical
- Half the Sky
- La Suenos, an American musical
- Savage, the Musical
- Eastbound (Fest '20)
- Our New Town
- Islander
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