Burt Rushing
Latest News on Burt Rushing:
OZ: A NEW MUSICAL Original Cast Recording to be Released This Month (Sep 17, 2024)
Review: A WORLD PREMIERE ABOUT THE MOTHER OF ALL MUSICALS WITH FABLE: A FABLE ABOUT A MUSICAL FABLE at FreeFall Theatre (Aug 11, 2024)
Cast Set For FABLE at freeFall Theatre Company (Jul 23, 2024)
OZ: A NEW MUSICAL Original Cast Recording to be Released This Month (Sep 17, 2024)
Review: A WORLD PREMIERE ABOUT THE MOTHER OF ALL MUSICALS WITH FABLE: A FABLE ABOUT A MUSICAL FABLE at FreeFall Theatre (Aug 11, 2024)
Cast Set For FABLE at freeFall Theatre Company (Jul 23, 2024)
BIO
Professional drummer/percussionist in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area of Florida. House drummer for the Straz Center 2005-2011 (Previously the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center). Burt has performed for productions at most Tampa Bay area theaters including: American Stage (St. Petersburg); Freefall Theatre (St. Petersburg); M.A.D. Theater (Tampa); Ruth Eckerd Hall (Clearwater); & The Show Palace Dinner Theater (Hudson). Studio credits include Marty Balin's (Jefferson Airplane/Jefferson Starship)2010 release "Blue Highway". Past productions include: Menopause the Musical; Godspel; Respect - A Musical Journey of Women (Straz Center) The Frogs; Grey Gardens; Man of La Mancha; Cabaret; Bernarda Alba; Spring Awakening (Freefall Theatre) The Rocky Horror Show; The 25th Annual Putnuam County Spelling Bee (American Stage)Avenue Q, & Nunsense A-men (M.A.D Theater)
News
OZ: A NEW MUSICAL Original Cast Recording to be Released This Month
The original cast recording of OZ: A NEW MUSICAL will be released. OZ: A New Musical explores the genius of L. Frank Baum and his complicated relationship with his most famous creation, the Land of Oz. Learn more bout the musical!
The original cast recording of OZ: A NEW MUSICAL will be released. OZ: A New Musical explores the genius of L. Frank Baum and his complicated relationship with his most famous creation, the Land of Oz. Learn more bout the musical!
Review: A WORLD PREMIERE ABOUT THE MOTHER OF ALL MUSICALS WITH FABLE: A FABLE ABOUT A MUSICAL FABLE at FreeFall Theatre
Doug Devita’s Fable makes its World Premiere as it anchors center stage right in the heart of St. Petersburg, to tackle the story of the Mother of all musicals. Fable tells the story about the creative differences and feuds that arise following the mounting of yet another revival of Gypsy. In the story Gypsy Rose Lee, June Havoc, and their mother June Hovic are seen at different points in their lives, and how they come to terms with the mounting of Gypsy. Featuring original music & lyrics by freeFall’s Resident Music Director Michael Raabe, and featuring the talent of an incredible Company of performers, Devita’s Fable is a beautiful masterclass in sisterhood, family, and truth above all else.
Doug Devita’s Fable makes its World Premiere as it anchors center stage right in the heart of St. Petersburg, to tackle the story of the Mother of all musicals. Fable tells the story about the creative differences and feuds that arise following the mounting of yet another revival of Gypsy. In the story Gypsy Rose Lee, June Havoc, and their mother June Hovic are seen at different points in their lives, and how they come to terms with the mounting of Gypsy. Featuring original music & lyrics by freeFall’s Resident Music Director Michael Raabe, and featuring the talent of an incredible Company of performers, Devita’s Fable is a beautiful masterclass in sisterhood, family, and truth above all else.
Cast Set For FABLE at freeFall Theatre Company
Ready or not, shh, here comes June! You’ve heard of The feuds between Capote and his Swans and Bette vs. Joan, but nothing will prepare you for the story of June Havoc, Gypsy Rose Lee and the making of one of Broadway’s most beloved properties.
Ready or not, shh, here comes June! You’ve heard of The feuds between Capote and his Swans and Bette vs. Joan, but nothing will prepare you for the story of June Havoc, Gypsy Rose Lee and the making of one of Broadway’s most beloved properties.
Review: American Stage's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST IN THE PARK at Demens Landing
It's a perfect fit for the American Stage in the Park experience!
It's a perfect fit for the American Stage in the Park experience!
BWW Review: Party Like It's 1999 with American Stage in the Park's Joyous MAMMA MIA
Peppered with infectious Abba songs, it's like bubblegum for the soul.
Peppered with infectious Abba songs, it's like bubblegum for the soul.
BWW Review: Matthew McGee Showcases His Immense Talent in American Stage in the Park's Winning THE PRODUCERS
It's been a long time since I've had this much fun at any show.
It's been a long time since I've had this much fun at any show.
BWW Review: MAD Theatre of Tampa Presents Stephen Sondheim's Iconic COMPANY at the Shimberg
Ricky Marenda as Bobby leads a strong cast in a show that, nearly fifty years after it first opened, still resonates.
Ricky Marenda as Bobby leads a strong cast in a show that, nearly fifty years after it first opened, still resonates.
BWW Review: Lots of Heart and Laughs at American Stage in the Park's HAIRSPRAY
Allyson Pace brilliantly inhabits the role of Tracy Turnblad in this sure-footed, fun, energetic production of the iconic musical.
Allyson Pace brilliantly inhabits the role of Tracy Turnblad in this sure-footed, fun, energetic production of the iconic musical.
freeFall brings Holiday Repertory Event to Tampa Bay!
Escape with freeFall's Starstuff Repertory Players to a world of mermaids, pirates, lost boys and fairy dust. In what can only be described as an epic theatrical event, freeFall's record-breaking production of PETER AND THE STARCACTHER returns, playing in rep with J.M. Barrie's classic original, PETER PAN (adapted and directed by freeFall Artistic Director Eric Davis). Both shows will run December 10 through January 29. See them in either order during their extended engagement, or todays see both plays - one at 2pm the other at 8pm.
Escape with freeFall's Starstuff Repertory Players to a world of mermaids, pirates, lost boys and fairy dust. In what can only be described as an epic theatrical event, freeFall's record-breaking production of PETER AND THE STARCACTHER returns, playing in rep with J.M. Barrie's classic original, PETER PAN (adapted and directed by freeFall Artistic Director Eric Davis). Both shows will run December 10 through January 29. See them in either order during their extended engagement, or todays see both plays - one at 2pm the other at 8pm.
freeFall Sets Cast for PETER PAN and PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Escape with freeFall's Starstuff Repertory Players to a world of mermaids, pirates, lost boys and fairy dust. In what can only be described as an epic theatrical event, freeFall's record-breaking production of PETER AND THE STARCACTHER returns, playing in rep with J.M. Barrie's classic original, PETER PAN (adapted and directed by freeFall Artistic Director Eric Davis). Both shows will run December 10 through January 29. See them in either order during their extended engagement, or todays see both plays - one at 2pm the other at 8pm.
Escape with freeFall's Starstuff Repertory Players to a world of mermaids, pirates, lost boys and fairy dust. In what can only be described as an epic theatrical event, freeFall's record-breaking production of PETER AND THE STARCACTHER returns, playing in rep with J.M. Barrie's classic original, PETER PAN (adapted and directed by freeFall Artistic Director Eric Davis). Both shows will run December 10 through January 29. See them in either order during their extended engagement, or todays see both plays - one at 2pm the other at 8pm.
freeFall brings Holiday Repertory Event to Tampa Bay!
Escape with freeFall's Starstuff Repertory Players to a world of mermaids, pirates, lost boys and fairy dust. In what can only be described as an epic theatrical event, freeFall's record-breaking production of PETER AND THE STARCACTHER returns, playing in rep with J.M. Barrie's classic original, PETER PAN (adapted and directed by freeFall Artistic Director Eric Davis). Both shows will run December 10 through January 29. See them in either order during their extended engagement, or on Saturdays see both plays - one at 2pm the other at 8pm.
Escape with freeFall's Starstuff Repertory Players to a world of mermaids, pirates, lost boys and fairy dust. In what can only be described as an epic theatrical event, freeFall's record-breaking production of PETER AND THE STARCACTHER returns, playing in rep with J.M. Barrie's classic original, PETER PAN (adapted and directed by freeFall Artistic Director Eric Davis). Both shows will run December 10 through January 29. See them in either order during their extended engagement, or on Saturdays see both plays - one at 2pm the other at 8pm.
freeFall Sets Cast for PETER PAN and PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Escape with freeFall's Starstuff Repertory Players to a world of mermaids, pirates, lost boys and fairy dust. In what can only be described as an epic theatrical event, freeFall's record-breaking production of PETER AND THE STARCACTHER returns, playing in rep with J.M. Barrie's classic original, PETER PAN (adapted and directed by freeFall Artistic Director Eric Davis). Both shows will run December 10 through January 29. See them in either order during their extended engagement, or on Saturdays see both plays - one at 2pm the other at 8pm.
Escape with freeFall's Starstuff Repertory Players to a world of mermaids, pirates, lost boys and fairy dust. In what can only be described as an epic theatrical event, freeFall's record-breaking production of PETER AND THE STARCACTHER returns, playing in rep with J.M. Barrie's classic original, PETER PAN (adapted and directed by freeFall Artistic Director Eric Davis). Both shows will run December 10 through January 29. See them in either order during their extended engagement, or on Saturdays see both plays - one at 2pm the other at 8pm.
BWW Review: Stephen Sondheim's ASSASSINS at freeFall Theatre is Darkly Funny & Terrifyingly Timely
One of the darkest musicals ever gets an A+ treatment at freeFall, thanks to an outstanding cast and director.
One of the darkest musicals ever gets an A+ treatment at freeFall, thanks to an outstanding cast and director.
BWW Review: freeFall Theatre's THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE Is Out of This World Fun
Gilbert and Sullivan meets 80's synth-pop and 'Star Wars' in this brilliant adaptation by Eric Davis and Michael Raabe.
Gilbert and Sullivan meets 80's synth-pop and 'Star Wars' in this brilliant adaptation by Eric Davis and Michael Raabe.
BWW Review: American Stage in the Park Presents MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT
Michael Ray, Chris Crawford and Scott Daniel dazzle in this hilarious musical.
Michael Ray, Chris Crawford and Scott Daniel dazzle in this hilarious musical.
BWW Review: Magical Ensemble in PETER AND THE STARCATCHER at freeFall Theatre
It may be sold out, or close to selling out, but if you have chance to see freeFall's take of this Peter Pan prequel, then go. It's one of the best shows of the year.
It may be sold out, or close to selling out, but if you have chance to see freeFall's take of this Peter Pan prequel, then go. It's one of the best shows of the year.
BWW Reviews: Matthew McGee as Everyone's Favorite Aunt in Jerry Herman's MAME at freeFall
You will never in your life see a MAME like this one. It's a banquet of bliss.
You will never in your life see a MAME like this one. It's a banquet of bliss.
BWW Reviews: Miraculous Eric Davis in freeFall's THE TEMPEST: ESTA ISLA ES MIA
Eric Davis delivers a revelatory one man performance in one of the year's most exciting, enthralling theatrical experiences.
Eric Davis delivers a revelatory one man performance in one of the year's most exciting, enthralling theatrical experiences.
BWW Reviews: The 1980's Come Alive with BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY at freeFall
It takes you on a fast-moving elevator ride from the party-hardy highs of the Eighties club scene to the crash-landing lows of the morning after.
It takes you on a fast-moving elevator ride from the party-hardy highs of the Eighties club scene to the crash-landing lows of the morning after.
BWW Reviews: Glorious INTO THE WOODS at freeFall
This beautifully surreal production of INTO THE WOODS is the finest production of a Sondheim musical I have had the pleasure of seeing on the stage.
This beautifully surreal production of INTO THE WOODS is the finest production of a Sondheim musical I have had the pleasure of seeing on the stage.
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