Dan Wessels
Latest News on Dan Wessels:
World Premiere Wisconsin To Host Inaugural Festival Celebrating New Plays And Musicals, March 1- June 30 (Feb 21, 2023)
Northern Sky Theater Announces 2023 Season (Nov 18, 2022)
THRONE! THE MUSICAL PARODY Premieres At Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2020 (Feb 13, 2020)
World Premiere Wisconsin To Host Inaugural Festival Celebrating New Plays And Musicals, March 1- June 30 (Feb 21, 2023)
Northern Sky Theater Announces 2023 Season (Nov 18, 2022)
THRONE! THE MUSICAL PARODY Premieres At Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2020 (Feb 13, 2020)
BIO
Dan Wessels is a Los Angeles-based composer, songwriter, music director and teacher. Credits: "50 Shades: The Musical" (Co-composer/co-lyricist/co-author - Off-Broadway, US Tour, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Italy), Baby Wants Candy: The Full Band Improvised Musical (music director - Chicago, US Tour, Edinburgh Fringe Festival), "Undateable" & "Miley Montana: The Musical" (composer & music director - Second City Hollywood), "Puppet Town" (composer & musical director - NerdMelt Showroom) and “30 Minute Musicals” (resident composer & music director - Hudson Theatre LA, Celebration Theatre LA). www.danwessels.com
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STAGE TUBE: 50 SHADES! THE MUSICAL PARODY's Tim Murray Interviews Moviegoers, Tourists
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-02-18 13:47:45
News
World Premiere Wisconsin To Host Inaugural Festival Celebrating New Plays And Musicals, March 1- June 30
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2023
Four years in the making, after extensive planning and collaboration amongst a team of noted Wisconsin theater professionals, World Premiere Wisconsin has announced its inaugural festival comes to Wisconsin this spring.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2023
Four years in the making, after extensive planning and collaboration amongst a team of noted Wisconsin theater professionals, World Premiere Wisconsin has announced its inaugural festival comes to Wisconsin this spring.
Northern Sky Theater Announces 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2022
Northern Sky Theater has announced its 2023 season in Peninsula State Park and at their Gould Theater. The Door County theater plans four shows in two summer venues, as well as a September outdoor concert show and a fall indoor show. Exact dates will be announced later.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2022
Northern Sky Theater has announced its 2023 season in Peninsula State Park and at their Gould Theater. The Door County theater plans four shows in two summer venues, as well as a September outdoor concert show and a fall indoor show. Exact dates will be announced later.
THRONE! THE MUSICAL PARODY Premieres At Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2020
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2020
Winter is coming...to Melbourne! David Venn has announced the Victorian premiere of Thrones! The Musical Parody, taking the Melbourne International Comedy Festival by bloody, sexy snow storm from 25 March - 19 April at St Kilda's Alex Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2020
Winter is coming...to Melbourne! David Venn has announced the Victorian premiere of Thrones! The Musical Parody, taking the Melbourne International Comedy Festival by bloody, sexy snow storm from 25 March - 19 April at St Kilda's Alex Theatre.
VIDEO: #DATE ME's Eric Lockley Takes Over Instagram!
by Linnae Medeiros - Aug 27, 2019
We got to delve into the dating world yesterday because Eric Lockley took over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story at Off-Broadway's improv and sketch comedy show #DateMe! So in case you missed it (or just want to relive all of the fun and excitement), we compiled clips for you to enjoy. Check it all out!
by Linnae Medeiros - Aug 27, 2019
We got to delve into the dating world yesterday because Eric Lockley took over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story at Off-Broadway's improv and sketch comedy show #DateMe! So in case you missed it (or just want to relive all of the fun and excitement), we compiled clips for you to enjoy. Check it all out!
DATE ME's Eric Lockley Takes Over Instagram Monday!
by Linnae Medeiros - Aug 25, 2019
It's time to delve into the dating world because Eric Lockley is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story this Monday, August 26th, at Off-Broadway's improv and sketch comedy show #DateMe! Be sure to tune in to get a peek behind the scenes at the Westside Theatre to see what goes into putting on this hysterical OkCupid Experiment.
by Linnae Medeiros - Aug 25, 2019
It's time to delve into the dating world because Eric Lockley is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story this Monday, August 26th, at Off-Broadway's improv and sketch comedy show #DateMe! Be sure to tune in to get a peek behind the scenes at the Westside Theatre to see what goes into putting on this hysterical OkCupid Experiment.
BWW Interview: Robyn Lynne Norris & Lorin Latarro Make the Perfect Match for #DATEME
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 19, 2019
48 million Americans have tried online dating. #DateMe: An OKCupid Experiment is the outrageous, true story of one. Robyn Lynne Norris (the show's creator and writer) is unlucky in love but determined to understand it better, so she logs on to the world's most popular dating site: OKCupid. Creating 38 'undateable' profiles as an interactive scientific investigation into online dating, Robyn unwittingly sets in motion the social experiment of our generation. Part improv, part sketch comedy and entirely hilarious, Robyn makes one conclusive result: there's no algorithm for love.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 19, 2019
48 million Americans have tried online dating. #DateMe: An OKCupid Experiment is the outrageous, true story of one. Robyn Lynne Norris (the show's creator and writer) is unlucky in love but determined to understand it better, so she logs on to the world's most popular dating site: OKCupid. Creating 38 'undateable' profiles as an interactive scientific investigation into online dating, Robyn unwittingly sets in motion the social experiment of our generation. Part improv, part sketch comedy and entirely hilarious, Robyn makes one conclusive result: there's no algorithm for love.
Tickets On Sale Now For #DATEME: AN OKCUPID EXPERIMENT
by Julie Musbach - Apr 12, 2019
Tickets officially go on sale on today for the New York Premiere of #DateMe: An OKCupid Experiment tickets can be purchased online through telecharge.com. The Westside Theatre box office will officially open on June 6, 2019.
by Julie Musbach - Apr 12, 2019
Tickets officially go on sale on today for the New York Premiere of #DateMe: An OKCupid Experiment tickets can be purchased online through telecharge.com. The Westside Theatre box office will officially open on June 6, 2019.
#DATEME: AN OKCUPID EXPERIMENT Set to Premiere This Summer
by Julie Musbach - Mar 20, 2019
After a hit three-year run at the Up-Comedy Theatre in Chicago, #DateMe: An OkCupid Experiment will move to New York City, beginning performances at the Westside Theatre on June 20, 2019.
by Julie Musbach - Mar 20, 2019
After a hit three-year run at the Up-Comedy Theatre in Chicago, #DateMe: An OkCupid Experiment will move to New York City, beginning performances at the Westside Theatre on June 20, 2019.
50 SHADES! THE MUSICAL PARODY Has Australian Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2019
With over one million tickets sold since its world premiere in 2014, David Venn presents the Australian professional premiere of the hilarious, wildly entertaining spectacle 50 Shades! The Musical Parody.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2019
With over one million tickets sold since its world premiere in 2014, David Venn presents the Australian professional premiere of the hilarious, wildly entertaining spectacle 50 Shades! The Musical Parody.
BWW Review: THE SECOND CITY'S LOVE, FACTUALLY at The Kennedy Center
by Jenny Minich - Dec 11, 2018
LOVE, FACTUALLY's myriad storylines travel at the speed of light, leaving its audience dazed and amused.
by Jenny Minich - Dec 11, 2018
LOVE, FACTUALLY's myriad storylines travel at the speed of light, leaving its audience dazed and amused.
Celebration Theatre Present the Third and Final Show in its 2016-2017 Season! CABARET
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2017
Celebration Theatre presents under the artistic direction of Michael Matthews & Michael A. Shepperd, the third and final show in its 2016-2017 season, CABARET, book by Joe Masteroff (based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by Christopher Isherwood), music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, choreography by Janet Roston, musical direction by Anthony Zediker and directed by Michael Matthews. CABARET will begin previews on Friday, May 26 at 8pm; will open on Friday, June 2 at 8pm and perform through Sunday, July 2 at Celebration Theatre @ the Lex Theatre, 6760 Lexington Ave. in Los Angeles.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 20, 2017
Celebration Theatre presents under the artistic direction of Michael Matthews & Michael A. Shepperd, the third and final show in its 2016-2017 season, CABARET, book by Joe Masteroff (based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by Christopher Isherwood), music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, choreography by Janet Roston, musical direction by Anthony Zediker and directed by Michael Matthews. CABARET will begin previews on Friday, May 26 at 8pm; will open on Friday, June 2 at 8pm and perform through Sunday, July 2 at Celebration Theatre @ the Lex Theatre, 6760 Lexington Ave. in Los Angeles.
THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY Extends Again Through 5/21
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2017
THIS IS NOT THE DAY WE DIE! Royal Mile Entertainment is thrilled to announce that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed (Stage Raw Top Ten), Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn just refuses to die and is EXTENDING yetAGAIN through SUNDAY, MAY 21st at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2017
THIS IS NOT THE DAY WE DIE! Royal Mile Entertainment is thrilled to announce that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed (Stage Raw Top Ten), Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn just refuses to die and is EXTENDING yetAGAIN through SUNDAY, MAY 21st at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY Holds the Doors and Extends in Hollywood
by Julie Musbach - Mar 8, 2017
HOLD THE DOOR! Royal Mile Entertainment is thrilled to announce that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed (Stage Raw Top Ten), Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn just refuses to die and is EXTENDINGyet AGAIN through SUNDAY, APRIL 30th at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
by Julie Musbach - Mar 8, 2017
HOLD THE DOOR! Royal Mile Entertainment is thrilled to announce that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed (Stage Raw Top Ten), Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn just refuses to die and is EXTENDINGyet AGAIN through SUNDAY, APRIL 30th at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
THRONES!: THE MUSICAL PARODY Extends Through 3/26
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2017
THIS IS NOT THE DAY WE DIE! Six Actors! 51 Roles.! Six Seasons! Royal Mile Entertainment is thrilled to announce that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed (Stage Raw Top Ten), Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn is EXTENDING YET AGAIN through SUNDAY, MARCH 26 at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2017
THIS IS NOT THE DAY WE DIE! Six Actors! 51 Roles.! Six Seasons! Royal Mile Entertainment is thrilled to announce that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed (Stage Raw Top Ten), Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn is EXTENDING YET AGAIN through SUNDAY, MARCH 26 at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY Extends Through 2/26
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2017
The Bloodletting Never Stops! Six Actors! 51 Roles! Six Seasons! Royal Mile Entertainment is thrilled to announce that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed (Stage Raw Top Ten), Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn is extending again through Sunday, February 26 at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2017
The Bloodletting Never Stops! Six Actors! 51 Roles! Six Seasons! Royal Mile Entertainment is thrilled to announce that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed (Stage Raw Top Ten), Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn is extending again through Sunday, February 26 at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
Winter Is... Over? THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY Extends for Final Time Into Spring
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2017
The watch must finally come to an end for "Thrones! The Musical Parody," announcing today the fourth and final extension at Apollo Theater (2540 N. Lincoln Ave). The "Game of Thrones" send-up will close March 19, 2017 after an eight-month run at the Lincoln Park theater.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2017
The watch must finally come to an end for "Thrones! The Musical Parody," announcing today the fourth and final extension at Apollo Theater (2540 N. Lincoln Ave). The "Game of Thrones" send-up will close March 19, 2017 after an eight-month run at the Lincoln Park theater.
Let It Snow! THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY Extends Again at Hudson Mainstage Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2016
Six Actors! 51 Roles! Six Seasons! Royal Mile Entertainment has announced that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed (Stage Raw Top Ten), Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn is extending again through Sunday, January 22 at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2016
Six Actors! 51 Roles! Six Seasons! Royal Mile Entertainment has announced that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed (Stage Raw Top Ten), Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn is extending again through Sunday, January 22 at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
THRONES Announces Third Extension
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2016
"Thrones! The Musical Parody" and Apollo Theater Chicago (2540 N. Lincoln Ave.) announce the third extension for the hit "Game of Thrones" send-up, now playing through February 12, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2016
"Thrones! The Musical Parody" and Apollo Theater Chicago (2540 N. Lincoln Ave.) announce the third extension for the hit "Game of Thrones" send-up, now playing through February 12, 2017.
THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY Extends Through 1/1
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2016
Six Actors! 51 Roles! Six Seasons! Royal Mile Entertainment is thrilled to announce that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed, Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn is EXTENDING through SUNDAY, JANUARY 1 at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2016
Six Actors! 51 Roles! Six Seasons! Royal Mile Entertainment is thrilled to announce that the smash-hit, critically-acclaimed, Los Angeles Premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY, written by Chris Grace, Zach Reino, Al Samuels, Nick Semar and Dan Wessels, choreography by Kimberly McVicar and directed by John Flynn is EXTENDING through SUNDAY, JANUARY 1 at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
BWW Review: Definitely Game On For THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY
by Gil Kaan - Nov 28, 2016
The Los Angeles premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY receives a full-throttled, laugh-filled mounting from a very talented cast and its off-stage creatives. John Flynn nimbly directs his committed performers at a smooth, swift pace from laugh to laugh to even more laughs. The combined comic geniuses of Grace, Reino, Samuels, Semar & Wessels must be lauded for this clever, witty script; both spoken and sung.
by Gil Kaan - Nov 28, 2016
The Los Angeles premiere of THRONES! THE MUSICAL PARODY receives a full-throttled, laugh-filled mounting from a very talented cast and its off-stage creatives. John Flynn nimbly directs his committed performers at a smooth, swift pace from laugh to laugh to even more laughs. The combined comic geniuses of Grace, Reino, Samuels, Semar & Wessels must be lauded for this clever, witty script; both spoken and sung.
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