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John Drinkwater

Date of Death: March 25, 1937 (54)

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John is a graduate of the Theatre Performance program at Wagner College, where he also played Division 1 football. His down time is spent performing live music both in the city and on Long Island with his brother Matt.

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Photos: BYE BYE BIRDIE Opens at The Argyle Theatre

The Argyle Theatre is presenting the classic musical Bye Bye Birdie. See photos of the cast on opening night!
Long Island's Argyle Theatre Opens BYE BYE BIRDIE Tonight

Long Island's Argyle Theatre presents BYE BYE BIRDIE, directed and choreographed by Jen Wineman, opening Saturday, July 13. Enjoy this classic musical with a fresh new production.
Long Island's ARGYLE THEATRE Announces the Cast & Creative Team for BYE BYE BIRDIE

Long Island's ARGYLE THEATRE reveals the cast for its upcoming production of BYE BYE BIRDIE. Discover the talented performers bringing this classic musical to life on stage.
Review: MSMT Concert Series Opens with Tribute to Celine Dion & Barbra Streisand

For its first sold out concert of the 2024 season, Maine State Music Theatre presents the music of two vocal virtuosi of Pop, Celine Dion and Barbra Streisand.   Performed by twin sisters, Susie Pepper and Ali Butler, with guests and their band, Mixology, The Way We Were The Music of Celine & Barbra pays homage to both divas in electric and riveting arrangements of their greatest hits. 
GRAND HOTEL Original Broadway Cast to Celebrate Show's 35th Anniversary at 54 Below

Celebrate the 35th anniversary of GRAND HOTEL with the original Broadway cast at 54 Below. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Exclusive: Go Inside Rehearsals for the GRAND HOTEL 35th Anniversary Reunion Concert

Get a look inside rehearsals for Grand Hotel: The 35th Anniversary Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert at 54 Below in the video here!
GRAND HOTEL 35TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION, Alysha Umphress, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Learn more about the performances here!
GRAND HOTEL Original Broadway Cast to Celebrate the Show's 35th Anniversary at 54 Below

54 BELOW will reunite the original Broadway cast of the Tony Award® winning musical Grand Hotel in honor of Tommy Tune’s 85th birthday on February 26 & 27 at 7pm & 9pm.
Review: SCOTT SIEGEL'S BROADWAY: THE NEXT GENERATION at 54 Below

Broadway’s Next Generation generated big hope for the future as these worth-discovering young artists sang of their own big hopes.?
Photos: Jim Caruso's Cast Party Continues To Pack Birdland With Great Talent

Each week, the club shines a spotlight on both up-and-coming and established performers, all taking a turn on the stage for an impromptu song with the Cast Party Symphony Orchestra, led by Billy Stritch, with Daniel Glass on drums and Steve Doyle on bass. Check out photos here!
Photos: October 4th THE LINEUP WITH SUSIE MOSHER at Birdland Theater, As Photo'd By Matt Baker

Susie Mosher works hard to bring the best talent to the stage and Matt Baker works hard to make sure Broadway World readers get to see the action.
Feature: 30 Days Of Cabaret Gratitude - Day Ten: The Next Big Thing

Broadway World Cabaret is looking at the work of a singer-songwriter duo we believe to be THE NEXT BIG THING
Photos: Joshua Stackhouse showcase for CANADA DAY at Feinstein's/54 Below

Joshua Stackhouse brought a cadre of his talented friends to sing his original songs in celebration of CANADA DAY at Feinstein's/54 Below in NYC.
Liz Callaway, Emily Skinner, and More Hit the Stage This Week at Feinstein's/54 Below

Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 
Review: There Was Much To Love About THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE IN CONCERT at Feinstein's/54 Below

The Shakespeare musical THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE got the concert treatment and, for a rare treat, the twins in the story were played by twins.
FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW Announces Performances Through the End of April

This month, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents  some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more  information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551. 
The Drinkwaters Brothers to Play THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE IN CONCERT at Feinstein's/54 Below December 29th

A Broadway classic gets the concert treatment, led by some very classy fellas.
A SEUSSICAL Reunion Concert, Paulo Szot & More Next Week at Feinstein's/54 Below

Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.
Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT to Open At Music Mountain Theatre

Green Day's explosive, award-winning musical will be on the Lambertville stage starting October 1st. The show will have 8 performances over two weekends, closing on October 10th.
BWW Interview: The Drinkwater Brothers Talk About Their August 7th Return to Don't Tell Mama

Matthew and John Drinkwater did just fine during quarantine, reaching their fans through a prolific series of online shows. Well, it's time to get back on the stage and it's about to happen at Don't Tell Mama.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has John Drinkwater written?

John Drinkwater has written 3 shows including Robert E. Lee (Playwright), Bird in Hand (Playwright), Abraham Lincoln (Playwright).

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