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LONDON SWINGS! A New Musical To Have Industry Presentations In December
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2024

Producers Eric Krebs and Judith Manocherian have announced industry presentations of “London Swings,” a new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Michael Roberts (Golf: The Musical, Goldstein) and co-book writer Shannon Hunt, directed by Christopher Scott.

Photos: Go Inside Amas Musical Theatre's THE POST-ROE MONOLOGUES Benefit Performance
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 12, 2023

Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer), in association with Kierstead Productions (Jim Kierstead) and Chalant Productions (Lisa Reich), presented a one-night only presentation of The Post-Roe Monologues, a play with music by Mimi Zieman, with music direction by Saul Nache and directed by Maria Torres on Monday, November 6 at 7pm at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center. Check out photos here!

Photos: Inside THE RADIUM GIRLS NYC Premiere Presentation
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 2, 2023

Two invite-only industry readings were held for The Radium Girls: A Jaw-Dropping New Musical on October 30th, 2023 at 11:30am and 3:30pm. The readings were directed by Tony Award winner Marissa Jaret Winokur at New 42 Studios. 

Jeannette Bayardelle, Emily Bergl & More Join THE POST-ROE MONOLOGUES Benefit Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2023

Additional cast members have been announced for the benefit performance of 'The Post-Roe Monologues' at Merkin Hall on November 6. Don't miss this powerful and timely show!

Marissa Jaret Winokur Will Direct Industry Reading of THE RADIUM GIRLS, Starring Andy Karl, Orfeh, and More
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2023

Two invite-only industry readings will be held for The Radium Girls: A Jaw-Dropping New Musical on October 30th, 2023 at 11:30am and 3:30pm. The readings are directed by Tony Award winner Marissa Jaret Winokur and will be held at New 42 Studios. 

Judy Gold, Mary Beth Peil & More to Star in THE POST-ROE MONOLOGUES Benefit Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2023

Don't miss the one-night-only benefit performances of 'The Post-Roe Monologues' on November 6th. Proceeds will support the National Abortion Hotline and Choice Matters.

New Musical THE DAYS BEYOND TODAY to Have Industry Presentations at Theater 555
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023

Producer Eric Krebs and Michael Roberts will present industry presentations of “The Days Beyond Today,” a new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Michael Roberts (Golf: The Musical, Goldstein), directed by Mr. Krebs.

Photo: Meet The Cast Of WHO KILLED MARILYN? By Sharleen Cooper Cohen
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2023

The cast and creative team of WHO KILLED MARILYN? gathered around a table at Open Jar Studios this morning to begin rehearsals for industry readings on Friday.  Check out the photo below!

Amas Musical Theatre Lab Will Present Staged Readings Of 'MĀYĀ - A New Musical in August
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2022

Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer) and The Amas Musical Theatre Lab will present staged readings of MĀYĀ, a new musical, with book and music by Eric Sorrels and book and lyrics by Cheeyang Ng.

ROMEO & BERNADETTE Plays Final Performance Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2022

Romeo & Bernadette: A Musical Tale of Verona and Brooklyn, with book and lyrics by Mark Saltzman, music adapted from classic Italian melodies, directed and choreographed by Justin Ross Cohen announced the unexpected closing of the show due to a COVID outbreak within the company.

ROMEO & BERNADETTE: A MUSICAL TALE OF VERONA & BROOKLYN Extends At Theatre 555
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2022

The show announced a five-week extension of the critically-acclaimed hit Off-Broadway production of Romeo & Bernadette: A Musical Tale of Verona and Brooklyn. 

Photos: Broadway's Ken Page Visits ROMEO & BERNADETTE
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2022

Broadway's Ken Page attended the Wednesday matinee performance of 'Romeo & Bernadette: A Musical Tale of Verona and Brooklyn.'  The cast and director Justin Ross Cohen were thrilled to meet and chat with him after the show.  Check out the photos!

Photo: SESAME STREET's Sonia Manzano Visits ROMEO & BERNADETTE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2022

Sonia Manzano, who portrayed ‘Maria’ on “Sesame Street” from 1971-2015 attended the matinee performance yesterday (Sunday, 5/22) of ROMEO & BERNADETTE.  She and Mark Saltzman, the book & lyric writer of the show, worked together on the show for many years.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of ROMEO & BERNADETTE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2022

The Off-Broadway production of Romeo & Bernadette: A Musical Tale of Verona and Brooklyn, with book and lyrics by Mark Saltzman, music adapted from classic Italian melodies, directed and choreographed by Justin Ross Cohen, and starring the original cast,  officially opened on Monday, May 16 at Theater 555 (555 West 42nd Street - between 10th and 11th Avenues).

VIDEO: First Look at ROMEO & BERNADETTE Opening Tonight Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2022

Performances of Romeo & Bernadette: A Musical Tale of Verona began May 3, 2022, for a limited engagement through Sunday afternoon, June 26, 2022, at 3:00PM. Opening Night is TONIGHT, Monday, May 16, 2022, at 7:00PM.

Photos: First Look at ROMEO & BERNADETTE Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2022

The Off-Broadway production of Romeo & Bernadette: A Musical Tale of Verona and Brooklyn, with book and lyrics by Mark Saltzman, music adapted from classic Italian melodies, directed and choreographed by Justin Ross Cohen, and starring the original cast, is now being presented at Theater 555.

ROMEO & BERNADETTE to Begin Performances Tomorrow at Theater 555
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 2, 2022

Producer Eric Krebs, in association with Amas Musical Theatre will present the Off-Broadway production of Romeo & Bernadette: A Musical Tale of Verona and Brooklyn, with book and lyrics by Mark Saltzman, music adapted from classic Italian melodies, directed and choreographed by Justin Ross Cohen.

Photos: First Look at the Cast and Creative Team of ROMEO & BERNADETTE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 12, 2022

The Off-Broadway production of Romeo & Bernadette: A Musical Tale of Verona and Brooklyn, with book and lyrics by Mark Saltzman, music adapted from classic Italian melodies, directed and choreographed by Justin Ross Cohen, and starring the original cast, will open at Theater 555 for a limited engagement.

Major Attaway & More to Star in Reading of PANTS! THE JIMMY PANTS MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 15, 2022

The York Theatre Company, in association with Jim Kierstead, Executive Producer, will present a presentation of the new musical Pants! The Jimmy Pants Musical with music and lyrics by Joseph Church (York’s Rothschild and Sons, The Lion King, The Who's Tommy) and book and lyrics by Jeff Bienstock (Legendale).

VIDEO: First Look at ROMEO & BERNADETTE Cast Photo Shoot
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2022

The star crossed lovers – Romeo (Nikita Burshteyn) and Bernadette (Anna Kostakis) were reunited this week for the first time in 2 years when they met with the show’s director/choreographer Justin Ross Cohen for a photo shoot in anticipation of the show’s return.  Check out the fun video!