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BIO

Soon to be seen in Virginia Arts Festival's production of Sweeney Todd at The Beadle, storyteller Justin Barnette's stage roles have included Edna Turnblad in the national tour of Hairspray, Ed Peterson in Fiorello! at New York City Center Encores and Cogsworth in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, as well as TV appearances on Broad City, Smash and The Apprentice.



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STAGE CREDITS

[New York]
New York City Center Production, 2013
Ensemble

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2003
Harriman F. Spritzer [Replacement]

Mr. Pinky [Replacement]

Edna Turnblad (Understudy) [Replacement]

Wilbur Turnblad (Understudy) [Replacement]


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Donna Lynne Champlin & More to Star in SWEENEY TODD at Virginia Arts Festival

Virginia Arts Festival will present Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning musical Sweeney Todd in an orchestral performance. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Ann Hampton Callaway, Yanna Avis & More Set for 54 Below This Week

This week at 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club 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.
Broadway at the Cabaret - Top 5 Cabaret Picks for June 15-21, Featuring Ann Hampton Callaway and More!

Broadway's 40 theatres aren't the only places to catch performances from your favorite stars! Well after Broadway orchestras begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their eleven o'clock numbers, the party continues at various cabaret venues throughout New York City. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you some cabaret highlights for this week as picked by our theatre editors, including: 'Merman's Apprentice' In Concert, Starring: Klea Blackhurst & Anita Gillette; BLAME CANADA! Featuring Broadway's Canadian Talent; Ann Hampton Callaway: On My Way to You; Sara Chase at 54 Below; and The Melody Lingers On: A 'Benefit' for Victims of Earworm.
Songs of Seth Bisen-Hersh to Support Humane Society of New York at BROADWAY MEOWS CONCERT, 7/21

The 6th Annual Broadway Meows Concert for the Humane Society of New York will be presented at Don't Tell Mama, one night only, Monday, July 21st at 7pm.
BLAME CANADA! with LES MIS Cast Members, Jarrod Spector & More Set for 54 Below this Week

Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, the performance venue located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond:
Cast of Broadway's ONCE & More Set for Late Night at 54 Below Next Week

Craving a show after the show? 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, is expanding its popular late-night series with fresh faces and hot new performances to keep the party buzzing into the wee hours. Located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th St., 54 BELOW welcomes you to loosen your tie and embrace the night at its upcoming events:
HONEYMOON IN VEGAS Concert, Jeff Daniels, Judy Kaye, Beth Leavel & More Set for 54 Below in Coming Months

This March, April and May at 54 BELOW presents a lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond. Located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street. For a detailed schedule of upcoming performances at 54 Below and to purchase tickets, visit www.54Below.com.
BROADWAY MEOWS Concert Set for Tonight at Don't Tell Mama

BROADWAY MEOWS, a concert for the Humane Society of New York, will be featuring the songs of Seth Bisen-Hersh and a multitude of Broadway talent tonight, July 22nd, 2013.
Teresa Hui, Aaron Keller, Miriam Kushel and Adam Shapiro Join BROADWAY MEOWS, 7/22

BROADWAY MEOWS, a concert for the Humane Society of New York, will be featuring the songs of Seth Bisen-Hersh and a multitude of Broadway talent on July 22nd, 2013.
Photo Flash: Miss NY, ANNIE Orphans and More Perform at West Side YMCA Benefit

On Monday May 13th, the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater in the historic West Side YMCA played host to a completely sold out crowd for their 3rd annual 'Little Theater, Big Dreams' benefit cabaret. Scroll down for photos from the evening!
Miss NY, ANNIE Orphans and Ryan Kasprzak Set for Tonight's Benefit for West Side YMCA

The West Side YMCA's Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater will present its 3rd annual benefit cabaret, Little Theater, Big Dreams tonight, May 13th at 7PM. The Off-Broadway hidden gem, located inside the historic West Side Y, will play host to powerful performances from Broadway's brightest up-and-coming stars alongside their own Kids Company, a group of young (6-14 year old) triple-threats-in-training. All proceeds will benefit the on-going youth theatre programs supported by the Y's Strong Kids Campaign.
Miss NY, ANNIE Orphans and Ryan Kasprzak Set for 5/13 Benefit for West Side YMCA

The West Side YMCA's Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater will present its 3rd annual benefit cabaret, Little Theater, Big Dreams on Monday May 13th at 7PM. The Off-Broadway hidden gem, located inside the historic West Side Y, will play host to powerful performances from Broadway's brightest up-and-coming stars alongside their own Kids Company, a group of young (6-14 year old) triple-threats-in-training. All proceeds will benefit the on-going youth theatre programs supported by the Y's Strong Kids Campaign.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Encores! FIORELLO- Kate Baldwin, Erin Dilly and More!

Bock and Harnick's Fiorello!, the opening musical of the Encores! 20th Anniversary season, will star Kate Baldwin, Erin Dilly, Jenn Gambatese, Shuler Hensley and Emily Skinner, with Danny Rutigliano as Fiorello LaGuardia. Fiorello! will be directed by Gary Griffin with choreography by Alex Sanchez and music direction by Rob Berman. The show will run for seven performances from January 30 - February 3 at New York City Center.
TV: Meet the Cast of Encores! FIORELLO- Kate Baldwin, Emily Skinner & More; Plus a Performance Preview!

Bock and Harnick's Fiorello!, the opening musical of the Encores! 20th Anniversary season, will star Kate Baldwin, Erin Dilly, Jenn Gambatese, Shuler Hensley and Emily Skinner, with Danny Rutigliano as Fiorello LaGuardia. Fiorello! will be directed by Gary Griffin with choreography by Alex Sanchez and music direction by Rob Berman. The show will run for seven performances from January 30 - February 3 at New York City Center. The cast and creative team met the press today and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there to chat with the whole gang and catch a special performance preview. Check it out below!
Kate Baldwin, Emily Skinner and More Set for Encores' FIORELLO!

Bock and Harnick's Fiorello!, the opening musical of the Encores! 20th Anniversary season, will star Kate Baldwin, Erin Dilly, Jenn Gambatese, Shuler Hensley and Emily Skinner, with Danny Rutigliano as Fiorello LaGuardia. Fiorello! will be directed by Gary Griffin with choreography by Alex Sanchez and music direction by Rob Berman. The show will run for seven performances from January 30 - February 3 at New York City Center.
Kate Wetherhead Hosts OBAMARAMA Concert at the Duplex Tonight, 9/22

OBAMARAMA Songs for Justice! fundraiser cabaret, tonight, September 22nd, will present original material from emerging writers, with proceeds going to the Obama 2012 campaign.
Kate Wetherhead to Host OBAMARAMA Concert at the Duplex, 9/22

OBAMARAMA Songs for Justice! fundraiser cabaret, on September 22nd, will present original material from emerging writers, with proceeds going to the Obama 2012 campaign.
The Gallery Players presents A TUNA CHRISTMAS 12/6 - 12/21

Following up on the extended musical hit Like You like It, Brooklyn's Premier Off-Off Broadway company rings in the holidays with the affectionate satire of small-town southern life, 'A Tuna Christmas.' Bring the whole family down to The Gallery Players for this limited holiday engagement December 6-21, 2008!

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