THE HISTORY OF INTO THE WOODS Comes to 54 Below

JWM: A Theatrical Company, will present The History of Into The Woods, on Tuesday, January 28th, at 7:00 PM.  Directed and hosted by Jarrett Winters Morley, The History of Into The Woods celebrates the Tony Award winning Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine musical while exploring the show's conception, process, and eventual production in an unprecedented history-filled concert.

Featuring songs such as “Last Midnight,” “Stay With Me,” and “Giants In The Sky,” and using interviews conducted with and resources from Joanna Gleason, Bob Westenberg, Eric Stern, Freddie Gershon, James Lapine, and Mark Horowitz, The History of Into The Woods is a show as you've never seen one before. Join us for a deep dive Into The Woods, and the journey it took to be what it is today.

Featured in this performance are Jong Sang Rheu (Baker), Madison Stepnowski (Baker's Wife), Rachel Tata (Cinderella), Nico Ochoa (Jack), Bex Odoriso (Witch), Maxwell Swangel (Cinderella's Prince/Wolf), Alexa Lowrey (Little Red Riding Hood), Samantha Bagdon (Jack's Mother), Morgan Paige (Rapunzel), Ruthie Sangster (Cinderella's Stepmother), and Emerson Hart (Steward). They will be joined by Brandon Fillette (Synth), Jakob Messinetti (Bass), Laura Hamel (Kit), and Aidan Wells (Piano).

JWM: A Theatrical Company is a New York City theatrical production company founded by Jarrett Winters Morley. Its goal is to educate the public on the history of theater and provide accessible, affordable theater to those who cannot access it anymore. JWM: A Theatrical Company adheres to this mission while bringing together artists from a variety of different backgrounds to create projects that further the cultural depth of both New York City and Broadway.

54 Below, a recipient of the 2022 TONY AWARDS Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve the music of Broadway and expand the art of the cabaret while growing opportunities for diverse communities of emerging and established artists and providing unparalleled audience experiences.

It was founded as a place for the Broadway community to celebrate Broadway performers, both established and new, who sing not only the music of Broadway and the Great American Songbook, but also new material intended for Broadway and off-Broadway stages. One of the most in demand venues in the city presenting over 700 shows per year, the club features fine dining and superb scenic, lighting, and sound designs entirely imagined by Broadway designers. For performers, writers, musicians, and more, 54 Below gives opportunities to advance their craft, expand their repertoires, and develop their voices in a way that is more personal, making them stronger as artists.  It gives Broadway fans an opportunity to see their favorite artists in a different way, deepening their relationship and understanding of their talent.

54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. It is also a place for innovation in musical songwriting and performance. Collaborations born at 54 Below give rise to and help develop new theatrical projects and new musicals. In addition, its popular streaming video activities and audio recordings support these activities, helping to build a new Broadway audience worldwide, both in age and geography.

Located at 254 West 54th Street, the club presents live shows at 7pm and 9:30pm. Tickets and information at  54below.org.

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