Ernie Bird
Latest News on Ernie Bird:
American Opera Projects Launches The Hudson Guild Operas (May 8, 2024)
Finalists Revealed For SOUND BITES ELEVEN, 11th Annual Festival Of 10-Minute Musicals (Mar 11, 2024)
Review: Green Room 42 Boasts a Rainbow of Musical Colors from BMI's NEW WRITERS (Mar 4, 2024)
American Opera Projects Launches The Hudson Guild Operas (May 8, 2024)
Finalists Revealed For SOUND BITES ELEVEN, 11th Annual Festival Of 10-Minute Musicals (Mar 11, 2024)
Review: Green Room 42 Boasts a Rainbow of Musical Colors from BMI's NEW WRITERS (Mar 4, 2024)
BIO
Ernie Bird is a composer, actor & writer, living in NYC, born and raised in Ukraine. His musical RISE, in collaboration with librettist Gabrielle Mirabella, had its Off-Broadway debut at Kaufman Music Center, May 2022. Bird & Mirabella are also currently co-writing the Musical Women’s History Podcast, What Will She Do Next?, featured on Apple Podcasts & the New York Times. After receiving a full scholarship, Ernie attended the New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he received an MFA in Musical Theatre Writing. Currently, he is a composer/lyricist in the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop, and a guest composer at Columbia University’s MFA Playwriting. As an actor, international voice-over work includes; A Goofy Movie (Max; Walt Disney Pictures), Hercules (Walt Disney Pictures), Bad Teacher (Columbia Pictures). Regionally; The 25th… Spelling Bee (Chip Tolentino, The Pit, NYC), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Flute/Thisbe, Berklee, Boston) www.imerniebird.com
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American Opera Projects Launches The Hudson Guild Operas
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024
American Opera Projects has announced The Hudson Guild Operas, a live performance of twelve fifteen-minute World Premiere operas.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024
American Opera Projects has announced The Hudson Guild Operas, a live performance of twelve fifteen-minute World Premiere operas.
Finalists Revealed For SOUND BITES ELEVEN, 11th Annual Festival Of 10-Minute Musicals
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2024
Theatre Now New York has selected 10 finalists to be presented in its SOUND BITES ELEVEN Festival of 10-Minute Musicals. The festival will take place on May 6th at 7pm at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2024
Theatre Now New York has selected 10 finalists to be presented in its SOUND BITES ELEVEN Festival of 10-Minute Musicals. The festival will take place on May 6th at 7pm at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center.
Review: Green Room 42 Boasts a Rainbow of Musical Colors from BMI's NEW WRITERS
by Rob Lester - Mar 4, 2024
The next generation of songwriters is busy working and took a night off to play and sing at The Green Room 42 on February 3rd. A full room of supportive music appreciators heard some new musical theatre-style material based on assignments like 'Imagine Blanche DuBois singing' or 'write a love song without the word 'love.''
by Rob Lester - Mar 4, 2024
The next generation of songwriters is busy working and took a night off to play and sing at The Green Room 42 on February 3rd. A full room of supportive music appreciators heard some new musical theatre-style material based on assignments like 'Imagine Blanche DuBois singing' or 'write a love song without the word 'love.''
HERE LIES LOVE SINGS THE SONGS OF J. OCONER, Linda Eder And More Next Week At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2023
Next week at 54 Below, the cast of 'Here Lies Love' will be performing the songs of J. Oconer Navar. Don't miss this incredible musical experience!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2023
Next week at 54 Below, the cast of 'Here Lies Love' will be performing the songs of J. Oconer Navar. Don't miss this incredible musical experience!
Norbert Leo Butz, Linda Eder, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2023
Check out the lineup of incredible performances at 54 Below this month!
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2023
Check out the lineup of incredible performances at 54 Below this month!
54 Below to Present SUNDAY BRUNCH - A NEW MUSICAL in October
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 3, 2023
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present Sunday Brunch, a new musical by Ernie Bird & Rachel Aberman. This comedic new musical about a Sunday brunch gone wrong examines the anxiety of one of life's biggest transitions.
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 3, 2023
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present Sunday Brunch, a new musical by Ernie Bird & Rachel Aberman. This comedic new musical about a Sunday brunch gone wrong examines the anxiety of one of life's biggest transitions.
Ernie Bird To Present An Excerpt From THE UKRAINIAN WAR DIARY At The National Opera Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2023
This week, on Friday, February 24th, on the anniversary of the Russian invasion, Ukrainian-born theatre writer and composer Ernie Bird will present a 30-minute excerpt of his new musical, The Ukrainian War Diary.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2023
This week, on Friday, February 24th, on the anniversary of the Russian invasion, Ukrainian-born theatre writer and composer Ernie Bird will present a 30-minute excerpt of his new musical, The Ukrainian War Diary.
See Jennifer Holliday, the Original Broadway Cast of PIPPIN & More Next Month at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See February's lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See February's lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!
John-Andrew Morrison, Matt Saldivar, And More To Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 28, 2023
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 28, 2023
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
Review: The Staff Serves Food, Frivolity, and Festivity In 54 DOES 54 at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 16, 2022
The regular series 54 DOES 54 played 54 Below with a wacky and wonderful winter staff show.
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 16, 2022
The regular series 54 DOES 54 played 54 Below with a wacky and wonderful winter staff show.
Gillett, Dowdy, Saunders, Cameron and More Set For Theatre Now 10th Year Celebration
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2022
Theatre Now New York, a non-profit artist service organization and theatre company dedicated to supporting musical theatre writers, is kicking off their 10th year with a celebration at The Players on Monday, November 14th at 6:30pm.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2022
Theatre Now New York, a non-profit artist service organization and theatre company dedicated to supporting musical theatre writers, is kicking off their 10th year with a celebration at The Players on Monday, November 14th at 6:30pm.
Cast Announced For POMPEII RISING Musical Concert
by Stephi Wild - Aug 17, 2022
Pompeii Rising, a new musical by Henco Espag, Andi Lee Carter, and Briana Harris set against the backdrop of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, will present a concert of songs at Judson Memorial Church at 7:30pm on Wednesday August 24th, the anniversary of the historic eruption.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 17, 2022
Pompeii Rising, a new musical by Henco Espag, Andi Lee Carter, and Briana Harris set against the backdrop of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, will present a concert of songs at Judson Memorial Church at 7:30pm on Wednesday August 24th, the anniversary of the historic eruption.
Tickets Now On Sale For SOUND BITES 2022
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2022
Theater Now New York (TNNY), one of the nation's leading producers of original short form musicals, will present its SOUND BITES Festival of 10-Minute Musicals May 23rd at 7pm at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center (129 W 67th St, New York).
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2022
Theater Now New York (TNNY), one of the nation's leading producers of original short form musicals, will present its SOUND BITES Festival of 10-Minute Musicals May 23rd at 7pm at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center (129 W 67th St, New York).
Full Cast and Creative Team Announced For Theatre Now's THE JURY
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2022
The Jury is a new musical with book & lyrics by Casey Kendall and music by Jonathan Bauerfeld. It tells the story of Tess Butler, who has died after a short lifetime of battling opiate addiction and burning bridges. Now, it is up to seven people from her life to come together and decide whether or not she's worth saving.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2022
The Jury is a new musical with book & lyrics by Casey Kendall and music by Jonathan Bauerfeld. It tells the story of Tess Butler, who has died after a short lifetime of battling opiate addiction and burning bridges. Now, it is up to seven people from her life to come together and decide whether or not she's worth saving.
BWW Review: Emily Kay Shatters The Don't Tell Mama Ceiling With Solo Show Debut WHERE I AM
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 11, 2021
Duo cabaret performer Emily Kay went solo last night and the cabaret industry needs to make way for this up and comer because she is taking off.
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 11, 2021
Duo cabaret performer Emily Kay went solo last night and the cabaret industry needs to make way for this up and comer because she is taking off.
The Players Club to Present ERNIE BIRD: A COMPOSER'S NIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2021
This week, on Thursday, August 19th, at 9 pm, THE PLAYERS CLUB, a historic club founded by Edwin Booth, will present Ernie Bird: A Composer's Night. The first concert dedicated to Ernie Bird's music, and his life as a theatre composer, will include songs from the musicals he composed for.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2021
This week, on Thursday, August 19th, at 9 pm, THE PLAYERS CLUB, a historic club founded by Edwin Booth, will present Ernie Bird: A Composer's Night. The first concert dedicated to Ernie Bird's music, and his life as a theatre composer, will include songs from the musicals he composed for.
Photos: A Bevy Of Singers Join JIM CARUSO'S CAST Party At Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2021
This past Monday’s Cast Party – the weekly open mic/variety show that has been in residence at Birdland every Monday for eighteen years was yet another celebration of fantastic talent! Host Jim Caruso, along with Billy Stritch on piano, Steve Doyle on bass and Daniel Glass on the drums introduced dozens of singers – young and old, up-and-comers and established – to the packed house.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2021
This past Monday’s Cast Party – the weekly open mic/variety show that has been in residence at Birdland every Monday for eighteen years was yet another celebration of fantastic talent! Host Jim Caruso, along with Billy Stritch on piano, Steve Doyle on bass and Daniel Glass on the drums introduced dozens of singers – young and old, up-and-comers and established – to the packed house.
Photos: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Welcomes Cast Members Of SPEAKEASY
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2021
On Monday, July 19, some uber-talented people stormed the Birdland stage for another installment of Jim Caruso’s Cast Party.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2021
On Monday, July 19, some uber-talented people stormed the Birdland stage for another installment of Jim Caruso’s Cast Party.
Full Lineup and Cast Announced For SOUND BITES Extra Bites Night 1
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2021
Theater Now New York has announced the full lineup and cast for the first night of SOUND BITES Extra Bites, which will stream online Friday, May 21st at 7pm.
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2021
Theater Now New York has announced the full lineup and cast for the first night of SOUND BITES Extra Bites, which will stream online Friday, May 21st at 7pm.
Theatre Now New York Will Stream Eight New 10-Minute Musicals Next Month
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2021
Theater Now New York, one of the nation's leading producers of original short form musicals, announced today that SOUND BITES, its highly regarded annual festival of 10-minute musicals, will be streamed online for free next month, with the live version returning in May of 2022.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2021
Theater Now New York, one of the nation's leading producers of original short form musicals, announced today that SOUND BITES, its highly regarded annual festival of 10-minute musicals, will be streamed online for free next month, with the live version returning in May of 2022.
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