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Wednesday, October 4, 2017

Review: The Great Lengths a Mother Takes by Michael Block

By Michael BlockFrom the jump, Amy Herzog sets you up for heartbreak, no matter the result when the final blackout is called. It’s a testament to just how exceptionally real her latest pla…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 06:12PM
Monday, October 2, 2017

Review: Sutton's Fabulous Drag Camp by Michael Block

By Michael BlockOh the memories of summer camp. I actually never went so I'm going off of other people's memories. Anyway. As the season comes to a close, Sutton Lee Seymour celebrates the h…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 06:12PM
Wednesday, September 27, 2017

Review: Trixie Mattel Does It Again by Michael Block

By Michael BlockTrixie Mattel is back and better than ever. And you'd think that would be hard to do. Returning to the Laurie Beechman, Trixie brings her giant bag of tricks in Now With Movi…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 04:12PM

Spotlight On...Walker Vreeland by Michael Block

Name: Walker VreelandHometown: Baltimore, MDEducation: BFA from Tisch School of the Arts at NYU, Walnut Hill School for the Arts.Select Credits: As a radio personality, best known for having…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:48PM
Thursday, September 21, 2017

Review: She's Got the Power by Michael Block

By Michael BlockIn 1995, the world was introduced to a woman who would forever change history. Known for her intimate affair with the President, Monica Lewinsky was, and still is, a househol…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 05:06PM

Spotlight On...Robin Bady by Michael Block

Name: Robin BadyHometown: Oakhurst, NJEducation: Antioch College, New York University Professional Actor Training Program – BFA, New York University, Educational Theater, credits towards M…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 04:06PM

Spotlight On...Henry Aronson by Michael Block

Name: Henry AronsonHometown: Brooklyn NYEducation: Midwood HS (Brooklyn), Columbia UniversityFavorite Credits: MD (Broadway): Rock of Ages, Rocky Horror Show, RentWhy theater?: As a performe…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 04:06PM

Spotlight On...Megan Reilly by Michael Block

Name: Megan ReillyHometown: Princeton, NJEducation: I studied musical theater at the Tisch School of the Arts at NYU and received my BFA.Select Credits: I spent this past August at the Edinb…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:12AM
Sunday, September 17, 2017

Review: Boom, Pow, Slay by Michael Block

By Michael BlockIt's pretty safe to say that every child at one point dreamed of being a superhero. Whether your allegiance was to the D.C. or Marvel universe, the characters from the page a…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 08:18PM
Thursday, September 14, 2017

Spotlight On...James Godwin by Michael Block

Name: James GodwinHometown: Dallas, PAEducation: BFA fine arts Columbus College of Art and Design.Favorite Credits: I sell the dead, stake land, Big Big World Chappell's show. David Bowie's …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 05:18PM
Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Spotlight On...Cailin Heffernan by Michael Block

Names: Cailín HeffernanHometowns: Galveston, Texas; NYCEducation: O’Connell College Preparatory School, Texas Christian University (Ballet Performance B.A., minors in Theatre and Literatu…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 04:42PM
Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Review: A Rant of One's Own by Michael Block

By Kelly Kohlman A Haiku:Growing up is hard.Relationships can hurt us.It gets better, though.Angsty haiku, silly songs, and cheating boyfriends abound in I Kissed Your Boyfriend: Anothe…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 08:42PM

Meet the Queens: The Ultimate Drag Pageant Season 4 Finale by Michael Block

The Ultimate Drag Pageant is about to conclude an incredible season with a grand finale on Wednesday, September 6th at 11:00pm at The West End. Showcasing some of New York's newest batch of …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:33PM
Monday, September 4, 2017

Review: A Total Toot by Michael Block

By Michael Block Raja has a solo show? What is it going to be! That may have been the collective question when the RuPaul's Drag Race season 3 winner announced her solo debut. She even …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 07:18PM
Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Review: A Relationship on Shuffle by Michael Block

By Michael BlockWriting is a cathartic way to let go of heartbreak. Believe me, this writer is no stranger to the practice. In Brad Baron's Last Ditch Playlist, the memories that rattle in t…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 08:24PM
Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Review: Three Wishes for Jackie by Michael Block

By Michael Block Barbara Eden is best known for her iconic role as Jeannie, the 2,000-year-old genie, on the hit 60s sitcom “I Dream of Jeannie.” It was a simpler time of punny titl…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 08:06PM

Spotlight On...Brad Baron by Michael Block

Name: Brad BaronHometown: Glen Rock, NJEducation: Princeton University, AB in English with Certificates in Music and Theater. Louisiana State University, MM in Music (Vocal Performance)Selec…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 05:54PM
Tuesday, August 22, 2017

Review: A Super Fan Takes on Babs by Michael Block

By Michael BlockRufus did Judy at Carnegie Hall now Blake is doing Barbra at the Laurie Beechman. In a return engagement, Blake McIver pays homage to Barbra Streisand in Blake Sings Barbra. …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 05:54PM

Review: Paige's Fabulous Confessions by Michael Block

By Michael BlockAt first glance, you might think Paige Turner is going to give you a sugary sweet night of entertainment. But don't judge this book by its cover. Her sweet facade quickly giv…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 04:24PM
Friday, August 11, 2017

Spotlight On...Sanaz Ghajar by Michael Block

Name: Sanaz GhajarHometown: Burlingame, CaliforniaEducation: New York University, TischFavorite Credits:  I have developed works nationally and internationally with New York Theatre Wor…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 07:18PM

Review: Thank You for Being Our Queen by Michael Block

By Michael BlockWhen you think she couldn't top herself, she does. Current reigning Drag Race All-Stars champion triumphantly Alaska returns to the Laurie Beechman in her newest homage to Am…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 03:48PM

Review: Are We Ready for the Storm? by Michael Block

By Ed MalinTheatre 167 presents Tina Howe’s new play Singing Beach at HERE.  Ari Laura Kreith directs.  You still have a few more summer days to catch this beach play. The r…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:33PM
Monday, July 31, 2017

Spotlight On...Melisa Tien by Michael Block

Name:  Melisa Tien Hometown:  Woodland Hills, CAEducation:  BA in English, UCLA.   MFA in Playwriting, Columbia.Favorite Credits:  Yellow Card Red Card, Control, Fam…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 03:12PM
Sunday, July 30, 2017

Spotlight On...Julie Dunlap by Michael Block

Name: Julie DunlapHometown: Lawrence, KansasEducation: B.A. in Human Biology from the University of Kansas (I’ve used it to make four humans)Favorite Credits: MotherFreakingHood! --- prior…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 04:48PM
Saturday, July 29, 2017

Ridin' That Train with...Titus Tompkins by Michael Block

Name: Titus TompkinsHometown: Leesburg, GeorgiaEducation: MFA acting, American Conservatory TheatreWho do you play in The Goree All-Girl String Band?: TerranceDescribe your character in thre…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 05:04PM
Friday, July 28, 2017

Ridin' That Train with...Lauren Patten by Michael Block

Name: Lauren PattenHometown: Chicago ILEducation: NYU & The New SchoolWho do you play in The Goree All-Girl String Band?: ReableDescribe your character in three words: fierce, loving lea…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:36PM

Spotlight On...Sara Stotts by Michael Block

Name: Sara StottsHometown: I grew up in Ponca City, Oklahoma but now live outside of Chicago in Wilmette, ILEducation: Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northwestern UniversityFavorite Cred…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 12:48AM
Tuesday, July 25, 2017

Spotlight On...Michael Musial by Michael Block

Name: Michael MusialHometown: Buffalo NYEducation: Masters in Piano Performance, Masters in Music History  SUNY BuffaloFavorite Credits: Being a Father and musicianWhy theater?: I love …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 09:12PM
Sunday, July 23, 2017

Ridin' That Train with...Nick Plakias by Michael Block

Name: Nick PlakiasHometown: Madison, WisconsinEducation: MFA in Acting, University of WashingtonWho do you play in The Goree All-Girl String Band?: Captain Marcus HeathDescribe your characte…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 09:06PM
Saturday, July 22, 2017

Ridin' That Train with...Miche Braden by Michael Block

Name: Miche BradenHometown: Detroit, MIEducation: YesWho do you play in The Goree All-Girl String Band?: Cocaine NoraDescribe your character in three words: Mean Ass ButchTell us about The G…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 07:12PM
Friday, July 21, 2017

Ridin' That Train with...Chanel Karimkhani by Michael Block

Name: Chanel KarimkhaniHometown: Denver, COEducation: BFA University of the ArtsWho do you play in The Goree All-Girl String Band?: Ruby MaeDescribe your character in three words: Spunky, he…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:04PM

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Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Nov 17, 2024: Elf - Marquis Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre