Andrew Rasmussen
Latest News on Andrew Rasmussen:
Melissa Errico, Peggy Noonan and More are Coming to The Sheen Center This Spring (Feb 13, 2020)
TheaterWorksUSA Announces its 2019-20 Season (Sep 27, 2019)
TheaterWorksUSA Returns to New York with Shows for Young Audiences (Aug 23, 2018)
Melissa Errico, Peggy Noonan and More are Coming to The Sheen Center This Spring (Feb 13, 2020)
TheaterWorksUSA Announces its 2019-20 Season (Sep 27, 2019)
TheaterWorksUSA Returns to New York with Shows for Young Audiences (Aug 23, 2018)
BIO
ANDREW RASMUSSEN is an independent director and creative producer based in New York City. He established Cardinal Theatricals, creating immersive stagings of Andrew Lippa's The Wild Party, RENT, The Rocky Horror Show LIVE!, and When a Man Loves a Diva - often staging in unusual production venues: from 1,000 seat former Vaudeville houses to a 6,500 square-foot warehouse. He has created unique concerts, shows and experiences for Grammy Award-Winning Jamecia Bennett and The Sounds of Blackness and was commissioned to create a 125+ person flashmob for the opening week of The Minnesota Twins. His original work with Mrs. Smith (co-writing & directing) has been seen Off-Broadway, American Repertory Theatre, and Berkeley Rep.
Associate/Resident Director: The Honeymooners (World Premiere/Paper Mill), Joseph/Dreamcoat (Tokyo), Annie (Paper Mill Playhouse), Siddhartha the musical (Milan/Edinburgh/Paris), China Goes Pop! (Beijing), as well as Smokey Joe's Cafè, The World Goes 'Round, Shout!, and several original productions for NCL.
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Andrew has been a creative artist for Broadway Asia, The Ordway, and Music Theatre International. Additional projects include: Jacques Brel at Miniaci Center and She Loves Me with Infinity Theatre Company, and Theaterworks/USA.
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STAGE TUBE: MRS. SMITH Encounters Andrew Lloyd Webber's Flunkies in NYC
by Stage Tube - Jun 25, 2015
News
Melissa Errico, Peggy Noonan and More are Coming to The Sheen Center This Spring
The Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Center for Thought & Culture, the arts center of the Archdiocese of New York, has announced highlights of its 2020 Spring season, a rich mix of theater, film, music, author's nights, gallery exhibitions, and talk events featuring artists and thought leaders including Pulitzer Prize-winning Wall Street Journal columnist and author Peggy Noonan; New York Times columnist and bestselling author David Brooks, and Director of The Philanthropy Roundtable's Character Initiative and author Anne Snyder; Director of the Vatican Observatory and President of the Vatican Observatory Foundation Br. Guy Consolmagno, SJ; a rousing evening of gospel music from Vy Higginsen's Sing Harlem choir; celebrated composer and big bandleader Darcy James Argue plus the New England Conservatory Alumni Big Band; Tony Award nominee Melissa Errico and multi-award winning New Yorker staff writer Adam Gopnik; singer, songwriter, and acclaimed clawhammer banjo player Abigail Washburn and genre-bending composer, guzheng virtuoso and vocalist from Beijing Wu Fei; and events tackling thought-provoking topical themes including justice in underserved communities, the protection of immigrants to America, and the inspiration of Sr. Thea Bowman and other Servants of God.
The Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Center for Thought & Culture, the arts center of the Archdiocese of New York, has announced highlights of its 2020 Spring season, a rich mix of theater, film, music, author's nights, gallery exhibitions, and talk events featuring artists and thought leaders including Pulitzer Prize-winning Wall Street Journal columnist and author Peggy Noonan; New York Times columnist and bestselling author David Brooks, and Director of The Philanthropy Roundtable's Character Initiative and author Anne Snyder; Director of the Vatican Observatory and President of the Vatican Observatory Foundation Br. Guy Consolmagno, SJ; a rousing evening of gospel music from Vy Higginsen's Sing Harlem choir; celebrated composer and big bandleader Darcy James Argue plus the New England Conservatory Alumni Big Band; Tony Award nominee Melissa Errico and multi-award winning New Yorker staff writer Adam Gopnik; singer, songwriter, and acclaimed clawhammer banjo player Abigail Washburn and genre-bending composer, guzheng virtuoso and vocalist from Beijing Wu Fei; and events tackling thought-provoking topical themes including justice in underserved communities, the protection of immigrants to America, and the inspiration of Sr. Thea Bowman and other Servants of God.
TheaterWorksUSA Announces its 2019-20 Season
Creating exceptional, transformative theatrical experiences that are accessible to young and family audiences in diverse communities throughout North America, TheaterWorksUSA announces their 2019-20 season with productions on Broadway, throughout New York City, and 11 productions touring around the United States and Canada.
Creating exceptional, transformative theatrical experiences that are accessible to young and family audiences in diverse communities throughout North America, TheaterWorksUSA announces their 2019-20 season with productions on Broadway, throughout New York City, and 11 productions touring around the United States and Canada.
TheaterWorksUSA Returns to New York with Shows for Young Audiences
For over 50 years TheaterWorksUSA has presented family-friendly adaptations of celebrated books on stages across the country. This fall, TheaterWorksUSA will be offering its trademark brand of quality entertainment in New York as they partner with BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center (199 Chambers St, New York, NY 10007) to present four shows based on beloved children's books Charlotte's Web, Pete the Cat, Dragons Love Tacos & The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System.
For over 50 years TheaterWorksUSA has presented family-friendly adaptations of celebrated books on stages across the country. This fall, TheaterWorksUSA will be offering its trademark brand of quality entertainment in New York as they partner with BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center (199 Chambers St, New York, NY 10007) to present four shows based on beloved children's books Charlotte's Web, Pete the Cat, Dragons Love Tacos & The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System.
Industry Editor Exclusive: TheaterWorksUSA's Summer Vacation
If you have kids, or just a love of children's theater, you may have noticed that TheaterWorksUSA-and, yes, after a rebranding, that is how to write it-is not presenting its free summer theater in New York this year. The program has happened almost every year since 1989, but not this one.
If you have kids, or just a love of children's theater, you may have noticed that TheaterWorksUSA-and, yes, after a rebranding, that is how to write it-is not presenting its free summer theater in New York this year. The program has happened almost every year since 1989, but not this one.
Photo Flash: Winners of the 2018 SOUND BITES 5.0 Announced This Week
Last night, May 28, 2018, Theatre Now New York presented its Fifth Annual Festival of 10-Minute Musicals, SOUND BITES 5.0, on The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center, to a sold-out house for the second year in a row. This annual, one-night only event showcases ten new musicals of up-and-coming musical theatre writing teams.
Last night, May 28, 2018, Theatre Now New York presented its Fifth Annual Festival of 10-Minute Musicals, SOUND BITES 5.0, on The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center, to a sold-out house for the second year in a row. This annual, one-night only event showcases ten new musicals of up-and-coming musical theatre writing teams.
Cast & Creative Team Announced for SOUND BITES 5.0
Theatre Now New York is pleased to announce the complete casting and creative teams of the ten musicals featured in SOUND BITES 5.0, the Fifth Annual 10-Minute Musical Festival. This one-night only event showcases ten new musicals of up-and-coming musical theatre writing teams.
Theatre Now New York is pleased to announce the complete casting and creative teams of the ten musicals featured in SOUND BITES 5.0, the Fifth Annual 10-Minute Musical Festival. This one-night only event showcases ten new musicals of up-and-coming musical theatre writing teams.
Announcing Casting & Creative Teams Of SOUND BITES 5.0
Theatre Now New York is pleased to announce the complete casting and creative teams of the ten musicals featured in SOUND BITES 5.0, the Fifth Annual 10-Minute Musical Festival. This one-night only event showcases ten new musicals of up-and-coming musical theatre writing teams.
Theatre Now New York is pleased to announce the complete casting and creative teams of the ten musicals featured in SOUND BITES 5.0, the Fifth Annual 10-Minute Musical Festival. This one-night only event showcases ten new musicals of up-and-coming musical theatre writing teams.
MRS. SMITH'S BROADWAY CAT-TACULAR! Closes Off-Broadway Tonight
Cardinal Theatricals presentation of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, the all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury, closes Off Broadway this weekend.
Cardinal Theatricals presentation of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, the all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury, closes Off Broadway this weekend.
MRS. SMITH'S BROADWAY CAT-TACULAR! to Close Off-Broadway This Weekend
Cardinal Theatricals has announced that Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, the all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury, will close Off Broadway.
Cardinal Theatricals has announced that Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, the all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury, will close Off Broadway.
MRS. SMITH'S BROADWAY CAT-TACULAR! Will Play Final Performance on 8/1
Cardinal Theatricals has announced that Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, the all-singing, all-dancing "demented cabaret on acid," created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury, will close Off Broadway. Starring Mrs. Smith and her "Broadway Boys," Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear and directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances began on Friday, July 10th at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9th Avenue). Opening Night was Monday, July 20th. The limited summer engagement (originally scheduled to run through September 20th) will now close Saturday, August 1 at 8pm.
Cardinal Theatricals has announced that Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, the all-singing, all-dancing "demented cabaret on acid," created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury, will close Off Broadway. Starring Mrs. Smith and her "Broadway Boys," Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear and directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances began on Friday, July 10th at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9th Avenue). Opening Night was Monday, July 20th. The limited summer engagement (originally scheduled to run through September 20th) will now close Saturday, August 1 at 8pm.
BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Draws the Stage- MRS. SMITH'S BROADWAY CAT-TACULAR!
BroadwayWorld recently announced a new partnership with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Fallin previously drew for BroadwayWorld and our readers have long wanted his return, so it is with great pleasure that we welcome him back! Be sure to check back for more of Ken's exclusive art. Below, check out his illustration of Courtney Reed, Adam Jacobs and James Monroe Iglehart in ALADDIN.
BroadwayWorld recently announced a new partnership with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Fallin previously drew for BroadwayWorld and our readers have long wanted his return, so it is with great pleasure that we welcome him back! Be sure to check back for more of Ken's exclusive art. Below, check out his illustration of Courtney Reed, Adam Jacobs and James Monroe Iglehart in ALADDIN.
STAGE TUBE: MRS. SMITH on John Barrymore & 'THE CURIOUS INCIDENT'
Yet more theatre lore from the crazy world of Mrs. Smith! Here she recounts her first encounter as a young girl with legendary stage actor John Barrymore. After reading the letter she wrote him, he wisked her off for drinks at Sardi's and then up to Harlem to hear James Baldwin recite poetry - to a bongo beat. Therefore, she is saddened that the theater bearing his name has gone to the dogs. How curious. Check out the video below!
Yet more theatre lore from the crazy world of Mrs. Smith! Here she recounts her first encounter as a young girl with legendary stage actor John Barrymore. After reading the letter she wrote him, he wisked her off for drinks at Sardi's and then up to Harlem to hear James Baldwin recite poetry - to a bongo beat. Therefore, she is saddened that the theater bearing his name has gone to the dogs. How curious. Check out the video below!
Photo Flash: David Hanbury and More Celebrate MRS. SMITH's Opening Night Off-Broadway
Cardinal Theatricals presents the Off Broadway premiere of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, an all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury. Joining Mrs. Smith onstage will be her two 'Broadway Boys' Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear. Directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances began on July 10th at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9th Avenue). The show opened last night, July 20th, and BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the festivities below!
Cardinal Theatricals presents the Off Broadway premiere of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, an all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury. Joining Mrs. Smith onstage will be her two 'Broadway Boys' Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear. Directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances began on July 10th at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9th Avenue). The show opened last night, July 20th, and BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the festivities below!
Photo Flash: First Look at MRS. SMITH'S BROADWAY CAT-TACULAR! Off-Broadway
Cardinal Theatricals presents the Off Broadway premiere of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, an all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury. Joining Mrs. Smith onstage will be her two 'Broadway Boys' Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear. Directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances began on July 10th at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9thAvenue). Opening Night is set for tonight, July 20th at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through September 20th. Check out a first look below!
Cardinal Theatricals presents the Off Broadway premiere of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, an all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury. Joining Mrs. Smith onstage will be her two 'Broadway Boys' Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear. Directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances began on July 10th at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9thAvenue). Opening Night is set for tonight, July 20th at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through September 20th. Check out a first look below!
MRS. SMITH'S BROADWAY CAT-TACULAR! Opens Off-Broadway Tonight
Cardinal Theatricals presents the Off Broadway premiere of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, an all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury. Joining Mrs. Smith onstage will be her two 'Broadway Boys' Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear. Directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances began on July 10th at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9thAvenue). Opening Night is set for tonight, July 20th at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through September 20th.
Cardinal Theatricals presents the Off Broadway premiere of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, an all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury. Joining Mrs. Smith onstage will be her two 'Broadway Boys' Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear. Directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances began on July 10th at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9thAvenue). Opening Night is set for tonight, July 20th at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through September 20th.
TV: Watch a Sneak Peek of MRS. SMITH'S BROADWAY CAT-TACULAR!
Cardinal Theatricals presents the Off Broadway premiere of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, an all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury. Joining Mrs. Smith onstage will be her two 'Broadway Boys' Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear. Directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances begin tonight, July 10th, at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9thAvenue). Opening Night is set for Monday, July 20th at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through September 20th.
Cardinal Theatricals presents the Off Broadway premiere of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, an all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury. Joining Mrs. Smith onstage will be her two 'Broadway Boys' Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear. Directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances begin tonight, July 10th, at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9thAvenue). Opening Night is set for Monday, July 20th at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through September 20th.
MRS. SMITH'S BROADWAY CAT-TACULAR! Begins Off-Broadway Tonight
Cardinal Theatricals presents the Off Broadway premiere of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, an all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury. Joining Mrs. Smith onstage will be her two 'Broadway Boys' Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear. Directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances begin tonight, July 10th, at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9thAvenue). Opening Night is set for Monday, July 20th at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through September 20th.
Cardinal Theatricals presents the Off Broadway premiere of Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-tacular!, an all-singing, all-dancing 'demented cabaret on acid,' created and performed by New York based writer/actor and performance artist David Hanbury. Joining Mrs. Smith onstage will be her two 'Broadway Boys' Brandon Haagenson and Ken Lear. Directed by Andrew Rasmussen, performances begin tonight, July 10th, at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street - between 8th & 9thAvenue). Opening Night is set for Monday, July 20th at 7:30pm. Performances will continue through September 20th.
STAGE TUBE: MRS. SMITH Hits the Streets for Help in Naming New Show
Gearing up for the off-Broadway arrival of Mrs. Smith, the leading lady recently hit the streets in order to get some help in naming her new show. Check out the video below!
Gearing up for the off-Broadway arrival of Mrs. Smith, the leading lady recently hit the streets in order to get some help in naming her new show. Check out the video below!
STAGE TUBE: MRS. SMITH Encounters Andrew Lloyd Webber's Flunkies in NYC
Gearing up for the off-Broadway arrival of Mrs. Smith, the leading lady recently stopped a few people on the street who just happen to work for Andrew Lloyd Webber. See what she had to say below!
Gearing up for the off-Broadway arrival of Mrs. Smith, the leading lady recently stopped a few people on the street who just happen to work for Andrew Lloyd Webber. See what she had to say below!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Andrew Rasmussen written?
Andrew Rasmussen has written 1 shows including Mrs. Smith's Broadway Cat-Tacular (Co-Writer).
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