Jamie Cesa

Norm Lewis, Myles Frost, and More to Be Honored at NAACP Theatre Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - May 11, 2024

The NAACP Theatre Awards has revealed the honorees for the 30th Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place on June 3rd in Los Angeles.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2022

See photos from opening night of Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts' WORLD PREMIERE production of INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL, featuring the songs of PAT BENATAR & NEIL GIRALDO, running through December 18, 2022, in The Wallis' Bram Goldsmith Theater.

Photos: First Look at Khamary Rose, Kay Sibal, Sharon Leal & More in INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2022

Get a first look at photos of Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts’ WORLD PREMIERE production of INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL, featuring the songs of PAT BENATAR & NEIL GIRALDO, running through December 18, 2022, in The Wallis’ Bram Goldsmith Theater.

DUDAMEL LEADS THE TRISTAN PROJECT & More Lead Los Angeles' December Theater Top Picks
by BWW Staff - Dec 1, 2022

Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Coming up this month we've got fantastic picks from the LA Phil, LA Opera, CTGLA, and more!

Interview: Writer/ Producer/ Director Bradley Bredeweg's INVINCIBLE In His Many Endeavors
by Gil Kaan - Oct 26, 2022

Invincible – the Musical world premieres November 30, 2022, at The Wallis (with previews beginning November 22nd). Tiffany Nichole Greene directs this reimagining of Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet weaving in the catalogue of hit songs of Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo. I managed to catch Bradley Bredeweg, the book author of Invincible, between his multi-tasking of juggling multiple commitments.

Khamary Rose, Brennin Hunt, Sharon Leal & More to Star in INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL World Premiere at The Wallis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2022

Casting has been announced for Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts’ WORLD PREMIERE production of INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL, featuring the music of PAT BENATAR & NEIL GIRALDO, from November 22 to December 18, 2022, in The Wallis’ Bram Goldsmith Theater.

The Wallis Announces December Programming Featuring the World Premiere of INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 1, 2022

December 2022 offerings at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts will include the continuation of the world premiere of Invincible – The Musical, featuring the music of Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, which reimagines the timeless story of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet for the 21st century, and more!

Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts November Lineup to Feature Lillias White With Seth Rudetsky & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2022

November 2022 offerings at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts will include the return of  the Broadway @ The Wallis concert series, hosted and music-directed by SiriusXM Radio star Seth Rudetsky, featuring internationally acclaimed Tony, Obie, and Emmy Award-winner Lillias White, and much more.

Tickets on Sale Now for World Premiere of INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2022

Single tickets are now on sale for Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts' WORLD PREMIERE presentation of INVINCIBLE - THE MUSICAL, featuring the music of Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, from November 22 to December 17, 2022, in The Wallis' Bram Goldsmith Theater.

The Wallis Announces Season of Theater, Dance, Music, Film, Cabaret, Conversation, and Family Entertainment
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2022

The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts has announced a robust and distinctive range of performances, programs, and events for the 2022/2023 season, including two world premieres, one U.S. premiere, one West Coast Premiere, and one Los Angeles Premiere, featuring groundbreaking produced and presented works in theater, dance, music, film, cabaret, conversation, and family entertainment.

Broadway-Bound Musical INVINCIBLE to Appear on CBS Sunday Morning
by Gigi Gervais - Nov 27, 2021

Jamie Cesa and Bel Chiasso Entertainment have announced new project Invincible: The Musical, a new Broadway-Bound production featuring the music of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, with book by Bradley Bredeweg, direction by Scott Schwartz, choreography by Lauren Yalango-Grant & Christopher Grant, orchestrations by Neil Giraldo, music direction & arrangements by Jesse Vargas, and casting by Stewart Whitley.

Abigail Barlow and James Hayden Rodriguez to Lead the Cast of Broadway-Bound INVINCIBLE at The Bourbon Room
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2021

INVINCIBLE The Musical is a new Broadway-Bound production featuring the music of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, with book by Bradley Bredeweg, direction by Scott Schwartz, choreography by Lauren Yalango-Grant & Christopher Grant, orchestrations by Neil Giraldo, music direction & arrangements by Jesse Vargas.

Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo's Broadway-Bound INVINCIBLE Announces Industry Presentation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2021

INVINCIBLE The Musical, a new Broadway-Bound production featuring the music of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, with book by Bradley Bredeweg, direction by Scott Schwartz, choreography by Lauren Yalango-Grant & Christopher Grant, orchestrations by Neil Giraldo, music direction & arrangements by Jesse Vargas will have an industry presentation.

THE ROMEO & JULIET PROJECT, A New Musical Featuring The Music Of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, Gets Industry Workshop In May
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2020

Jamie Cesa and Bel Chiasso Entertainment will present an invite-only industry workshop of the new Broadway-bound musical, THE ROMEO & JULIET PROJECT, featuring the music of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, with the book by Bradley Bredeweg, music direction & arrangements by Jesse Vargas, and choreography by Lauren & Christopher Grant. The workshop will be directed by Scott Schwartz. The presentations will take place in NYC on May 12th, 14th & 15th.

Cast Announced For Free Concert Reading Of The ROMEO & JULIET PROJECT At Bay Street Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 2, 2019

Bay Street Theater and Guild Hall, in association with Jamie Cesa and Bel Chiasso Entertainment present a free concert staged reading of The Romeo & Juliet Project, a new musical, featuring the music of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, with book by Bradley Bredeweg. This FREE community event will be held in Mashashimuet Park in Sag Harbor, NY on August 16 and 17 at 7 pm and is the latest installment of Bay Street's ongoing Under the Stars Community Outreach Program. The performance is directed by Scott Schwartz, Bay Street Theater's Artistic Director.

Bay Street Theater And Guild Hall Present Free Community Event
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2019

Bay Street Theater and Guild Hall present Under the Stars, a free staged concert reading community event in Mashashimuet Park in Sag Harbor, NY on August 16 and 17 at 7 pm. The Romeo & Juliet Project, a new musical, features the music of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, with the book by Bradley Bredeweg. It will be directed by Scott Schwartz, Bay Street Theater's Artistic Director. Jamie Cesa and Bel Chiasso Entertainment are the producers for the show. Entry to the concert is FREE and no tickets are required. Bring chairs, blankets and picnics for a night of new musical theater on a balmy summer evening. Information about VIP seating will be announced soon.

Arena Stage's TURN ME LOOSE Extends Through October 21
by Julie Musbach - Sep 19, 2018

The D.C.-area premiere of Turn Me Loose, Gretchen Law's intimate, no-holds-barred drama about the extraordinary and explosive life of Dick Gregory, will receive an additional six performances during its run at Arena Stage. Under the direction of John Gould Rubin, Turn Me Loose now plays through October 21, 2018 in the Kreeger Theater.

John Carlin Joins Cast of Arena Stage's TURN ME LOOSE
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2018

Arena Stage announces the D.C.-area premiere of Turn Me Loose, Gretchen Law's intimate, no-holds-barred drama about the extraordinary and explosive life of Dick Gregory, who spent his later years in the nation's capital.

VIDEO: Get A First Look At TURN ME LOOSE At Arena Stage
by Alan Henry - Sep 5, 2018

Arena Stage announces the D.C.-area premiere of Turn Me Loose, Gretchen Law's intimate, no-holds-barred drama about the extraordinary and explosive life of Dick Gregory, who spent his later years in the nation's capital.

Photo Flash: Arena Stage Previews Its Upcoming Season!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2018

Arena Stage Artistic Director Molly Smith and Executive Director Edgar Dobie announce the 2018/19 season lineup for the company's 69th season. The season reflects Arena Stage's commitment to championing diverse voices and producing work that is politically and socially relevant.