Matthew Liu
Birth Place: Queens, NY
Latest News on Matthew Liu:
SONGS OF TRAUMA AND HEALING Fundraiser to be Presented at Don't Tell Mama in January (Dec 26, 2023)
Bern Tan And EJ Zimmerman To Lead Industry Reading Of RAILROAD! (Jun 8, 2023)
Photos: Inside Matthew Liu's 5th Annual Valentine's Day Fling at Rockwood Music Hall (Feb 20, 2023)
SONGS OF TRAUMA AND HEALING Fundraiser to be Presented at Don't Tell Mama in January (Dec 26, 2023)
Bern Tan And EJ Zimmerman To Lead Industry Reading Of RAILROAD! (Jun 8, 2023)
Photos: Inside Matthew Liu's 5th Annual Valentine's Day Fling at Rockwood Music Hall (Feb 20, 2023)
BIO
At 12, MATTHEW LIU passed the Royal Academy of Dance ballet examination. By 17 he had orchestral work premieres at both Lincoln Center’s David Geffen Hall and Carnegie Hall’s Isaac Stern Auditorium. At 21 he music-directed the original Sweeney Todd. Now he’s written 5 musicals, 9 more orchestral works, over 30 chamber music pieces, and an umpteen amount of songs. He plays 10 instruments but karaokes like a beast and can do the complete “Single Ladies” dance upon request.
An NYC-based actor, singer, dancer, music director and writer with two degrees from The Juilliard School, Matthew has had musical and theatrical premieres at such venues as Isaac Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall and National Sawdust. He currently plays 10 instruments and is a proud member of the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theater Writing Advanced Workshop. Acting: Song Liling in M. Butterfly (Woodstock Playhouse), Nightclub Cantata (the cell theatre), Stephen Sondheim’s You’re Gonna Love Tomorrow (Theater 2020). Music Directing/Arranging: Sound of the Silk Road (Nederlander), Bastard Jones (the cell theatre), Candlelight Concerts, Nickelodeon and others. Psalm 33:22. YouTube: youtube.com/c/MatthewLiu Insta/TikTok: @mattliuthings
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Productions
Sound of the Silk Road [China, 2021] - Music Director
Nightclub Cantata [Off-Broadway, 2022] - Swing
You're Gonna Love Tomorrow [Off-Broadway, 2022] - Various
M. Butterfly [Regional, 2022] - Song Liling
Titanic [Regional, 2023] - Bandleader Wallace Hartley/Third Officer Herbert Pitman
Fiddler on the Roof [Regional, 2024] - The Fiddler
News
SONGS OF TRAUMA AND HEALING Fundraiser to be Presented at Don't Tell Mama in January
Join Don't Tell Mama for 'Songs of Trauma and Healing' fundraiser on Jan 15th. Support the production of 'Aftershocks' and enjoy performances from various shows.
Join Don't Tell Mama for 'Songs of Trauma and Healing' fundraiser on Jan 15th. Support the production of 'Aftershocks' and enjoy performances from various shows.
Bern Tan And EJ Zimmerman To Lead Industry Reading Of RAILROAD!
On Friday, June 9th, a private industry presentation will be held in New York City for the new musical Railroad! with book by James Racheff and Tony Stimac, Lyrics by James Racheff, and Music by Louis St. Louis. This new musical brings the story of how early Chinese immigrants were an integral part of building America.
On Friday, June 9th, a private industry presentation will be held in New York City for the new musical Railroad! with book by James Racheff and Tony Stimac, Lyrics by James Racheff, and Music by Louis St. Louis. This new musical brings the story of how early Chinese immigrants were an integral part of building America.
Photos: Inside Matthew Liu's 5th Annual Valentine's Day Fling at Rockwood Music Hall
Matthew Liu's annual Valentine's Day show celebrated its 5 year anniversary at the beautiful Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 on Tuesday February 14th. Check out photos here!
Matthew Liu's annual Valentine's Day show celebrated its 5 year anniversary at the beautiful Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 on Tuesday February 14th. Check out photos here!
Celebrate Five Years Of Valentine's Day Shows With Matthew Liu at Rockwood Music Hall
For a 5th year in a row, singer-storyteller and bona-fide sweetheart Matthew Liu puts it all out there in a Valentine's Day show made up of your favorite pop songs, Broadway numbers, RnB tunes as well as his original music - and oh so many stories.
For a 5th year in a row, singer-storyteller and bona-fide sweetheart Matthew Liu puts it all out there in a Valentine's Day show made up of your favorite pop songs, Broadway numbers, RnB tunes as well as his original music - and oh so many stories.
Photos: Inside Woodstock Playhouse's Production Of David Henry Hwang's M. BUTTERFLY
See photos of the historic Woodstock Playhouse’s sumptuous production of David Henry Hwang's M. Butterfly, which dazzled from November 18-20 under direction of Randy Conti with choreography by Nina Zoie Lam, costumes by Diane Stein and lighting by Tony Michael Clayton.
See photos of the historic Woodstock Playhouse’s sumptuous production of David Henry Hwang's M. Butterfly, which dazzled from November 18-20 under direction of Randy Conti with choreography by Nina Zoie Lam, costumes by Diane Stein and lighting by Tony Michael Clayton.
Woodstock Playhouse's Production Of David Henry Hwang's M. BUTTERFLY Completes Successful Run
The Woodstock Playhouse presented its full-scale production of David Henry Hwang's M. Butterfly with music by Lucia Hwong, for one weekend only at 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 18 and Saturday, November 19 with a Sunday, November 20 matinee at 2 p.m. at the Playhouse.
The Woodstock Playhouse presented its full-scale production of David Henry Hwang's M. Butterfly with music by Lucia Hwong, for one weekend only at 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 18 and Saturday, November 19 with a Sunday, November 20 matinee at 2 p.m. at the Playhouse.
Review: YOU'RE GONNA LOVE TOMORROW! at Theater2020
You're gonna truly love tomorrow, and it starts with what you're doing tonight!
You're gonna truly love tomorrow, and it starts with what you're doing tonight!
Theater 2020 Presents A Rare Sondheim Revue
THEATER 2020, Brooklyn Heights' NY award winning professional theater company has announced its Autumn 2022 run of the rarely seen Stephen Sondheim musical revue “You're Gonna Love Tomorrow,” in a limited run of 16 performances, Thursday, October 13th - Sunday, November 6th, 2022. Press/Industry is invited beginning Friday, October 14th.
THEATER 2020, Brooklyn Heights' NY award winning professional theater company has announced its Autumn 2022 run of the rarely seen Stephen Sondheim musical revue “You're Gonna Love Tomorrow,” in a limited run of 16 performances, Thursday, October 13th - Sunday, November 6th, 2022. Press/Industry is invited beginning Friday, October 14th.
Photos: Take a Look at the Cast Of the 45th Anniversary Production of NIGHTCLUB CANTATA
Bill Castellino directs and choreographs. Cast members include Almeria Campbell, Victoria Casillo, Daniela Delahuerta, Matthew Liu, Jesse Manocherian, Sarah Nandola, Pearl Rhein, Noah Ruebeck, Hansel Tan, and Miles Whittaker. Twenty-five performances will be staged from April 23 – May 22, 2022, at Nancy Manocherian's the cell theatre, 338 West 23rd Street, New York, NY 11201.
Bill Castellino directs and choreographs. Cast members include Almeria Campbell, Victoria Casillo, Daniela Delahuerta, Matthew Liu, Jesse Manocherian, Sarah Nandola, Pearl Rhein, Noah Ruebeck, Hansel Tan, and Miles Whittaker. Twenty-five performances will be staged from April 23 – May 22, 2022, at Nancy Manocherian's the cell theatre, 338 West 23rd Street, New York, NY 11201.
New Cast Members Join 45th Anniversary Production of NIGHTCLUB CANTATA
With performances beginning April 23rd, Nancy Manocherian’s the cell theatre and Nightclub Cantata LLC, by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, will present Elizabeth Swados’ 1977 breakout sensation Nightclub Cantata, a provocative, eclectic and heralded theatrical creation rarely seen since its inception decades ago.
With performances beginning April 23rd, Nancy Manocherian’s the cell theatre and Nightclub Cantata LLC, by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, will present Elizabeth Swados’ 1977 breakout sensation Nightclub Cantata, a provocative, eclectic and heralded theatrical creation rarely seen since its inception decades ago.
Photos: Matthew Liu Returns With His Fourth Annual Valentine's Day Show I WILL BE HERE At The Duplex Cabaret Theatre
For Valentine's Day this year, Matthew Liu continued his tradition of putting on a show for all to enjoy at The Duplex Cabaret Theatre, this year's all-new show titled 'I Will Be Here'.
For Valentine's Day this year, Matthew Liu continued his tradition of putting on a show for all to enjoy at The Duplex Cabaret Theatre, this year's all-new show titled 'I Will Be Here'.
Photos: Matthew Liu Makes Solo Cabaret Debut With WHO'S MATTHEW LIU At The Green Room 42
Earlier last month, Matthew Liu made a splashy Broadway Solo Cabaret Debut at The Green Room 42 in his show 'Who's Matthew Liu???' on Friday, January 7. Fighting both a drop in temperatures and a rise in Omicron numbers, Matthew nevertheless (safely) filled the house to entertain all with his uplifting and be-there-to-believe-it stories and songs.
Earlier last month, Matthew Liu made a splashy Broadway Solo Cabaret Debut at The Green Room 42 in his show 'Who's Matthew Liu???' on Friday, January 7. Fighting both a drop in temperatures and a rise in Omicron numbers, Matthew nevertheless (safely) filled the house to entertain all with his uplifting and be-there-to-believe-it stories and songs.
Matthew Liu Returns With His Signature Valentine's Day Show I WILL BE HERE at the Duplex Cabaret Theatre
After a packed-house solo debut at The Green Room 42, singer-storyteller and all-around sweetheart Matthew Liu brings his fourth annual Valentine's Day Show to the beautiful Duplex Cabaret Theatre! Whatever Cupid has brought-perhaps passion, perhaps sharp gut pains-Matthew knows just the right tale or tune for you. So singles, couples, throuples and more, let's toast to Love together!
After a packed-house solo debut at The Green Room 42, singer-storyteller and all-around sweetheart Matthew Liu brings his fourth annual Valentine's Day Show to the beautiful Duplex Cabaret Theatre! Whatever Cupid has brought-perhaps passion, perhaps sharp gut pains-Matthew knows just the right tale or tune for you. So singles, couples, throuples and more, let's toast to Love together!
The Green Room 42 Announces January Line-Up
he Green Room 42 has announced their January line-up for in-person performances in addition to launching reWINEd, a new streaming series where you can rewatch some favorite recent shows paired with at-home drink recommendations from each artist.
he Green Room 42 has announced their January line-up for in-person performances in addition to launching reWINEd, a new streaming series where you can rewatch some favorite recent shows paired with at-home drink recommendations from each artist.
WHO'S MATTHEW LIU??? Comes to The Green Room 42 Next Month
Fresh from music directing in Mandarin for Nederlander Worldwide in China, Juilliard grad Matthew Liu makes the leap from orchestra pit to the spotlight with a concert of original songs, hot takes on pop music and stories about being a bit too Chinese for America, a bit too 'colorful' for China, too cabaret for conservatory and just enough of all of them to be a lot of fun.
Fresh from music directing in Mandarin for Nederlander Worldwide in China, Juilliard grad Matthew Liu makes the leap from orchestra pit to the spotlight with a concert of original songs, hot takes on pop music and stories about being a bit too Chinese for America, a bit too 'colorful' for China, too cabaret for conservatory and just enough of all of them to be a lot of fun.
SOUND OF THE SILK ROAD to Premiere at Xi'an China's Shaanxi Grand Theater This Month
Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment partners with Shaanxi Tourism Group'sLegend Performances to present Sound of the Silk Road. The original Mandarin-language musical, helmed by award-winning Broadway director Gabriel Barre (Amazing Grace, The Wild Party), features a book by Marc Acito, music by Peter Kam and lyrics by Liang Man.
Nederlander Worldwide Entertainment partners with Shaanxi Tourism Group'sLegend Performances to present Sound of the Silk Road. The original Mandarin-language musical, helmed by award-winning Broadway director Gabriel Barre (Amazing Grace, The Wild Party), features a book by Marc Acito, music by Peter Kam and lyrics by Liang Man.
Photo Flash: The Broadway at Birdland Concert Series Presents Dancer/Singer Evan Ruggiero
The Broadway at Birdland concert series presented dancer/singer Evan Ruggiero (Drama Desk Award Nominee, Bastard Jones) and his band The S'Evan Legs in concert on Monday, August 27. Evan and the band (Justin Garcia, Brendan Daily, Will Dougherty, Max Adler, Joe Gullace, Rich Cush and Dave Berrios) performed their ultimate show at Birdland. Nicole Loewenstein and Michael Taylor Robinson were special guest vocalists. The high-energy performance included classic rock n' roll fused with Broadway and current chart topping hits.
The Broadway at Birdland concert series presented dancer/singer Evan Ruggiero (Drama Desk Award Nominee, Bastard Jones) and his band The S'Evan Legs in concert on Monday, August 27. Evan and the band (Justin Garcia, Brendan Daily, Will Dougherty, Max Adler, Joe Gullace, Rich Cush and Dave Berrios) performed their ultimate show at Birdland. Nicole Loewenstein and Michael Taylor Robinson were special guest vocalists. The high-energy performance included classic rock n' roll fused with Broadway and current chart topping hits.
Musical Comedy BASTARD JONES Sets Off-Broadway Opening Date
Nancy Manocherian's the cell (Artistic Director, Kira Simring) will present the Off Broadway Premiere of BASTARD JONES, a rock musical comedy based on Henry Fielding's bawdy 18th century novel, The History of Tom Jones. With book, lyrics, & direction by Marc Acito (Broadway's Allegiance) and music & lyrics by Amy Engelhardt (Grammy nominees The Bobs), performances begin June 14 at the cell. Opening is slated for Thursday, June 22.
Nancy Manocherian's the cell (Artistic Director, Kira Simring) will present the Off Broadway Premiere of BASTARD JONES, a rock musical comedy based on Henry Fielding's bawdy 18th century novel, The History of Tom Jones. With book, lyrics, & direction by Marc Acito (Broadway's Allegiance) and music & lyrics by Amy Engelhardt (Grammy nominees The Bobs), performances begin June 14 at the cell. Opening is slated for Thursday, June 22.
BWW Review: BASTARD JONES Rocks the House at the Cell Theatre
"It's not unusual to be loved by anyone…" Admittedly, this is the wrong Tom Jones and yes, I may have stolen this little pun from the show's opening narrative, but that Mr. Jones was on the perfect track to describing what chaos ensues in the life of a man whom everyone adores: the literary Tom Jones. A man who cannot limit his constant self-indulgence but is yet still seen as a good man despite his ill reputed sexual conquests. As a disgrace to both his family and a disappointment to those who truly feel for him, his reputation is one that follows him as a sort of fate; and to reverse fate, some pretty drastic things have to happen. Turn all of this into a musical and what we now have is Bastard Jones, an incredibly clever, zany and sexy raucous of a show that is as funny as it is profound. Now in performances at the Cell, this is just the sort of guilty fun that everyone is looking for and, for a little over two hours, will bring such joy to your heart and a "tingle" to everywhere else - prepare yourselves indeed.
"It's not unusual to be loved by anyone…" Admittedly, this is the wrong Tom Jones and yes, I may have stolen this little pun from the show's opening narrative, but that Mr. Jones was on the perfect track to describing what chaos ensues in the life of a man whom everyone adores: the literary Tom Jones. A man who cannot limit his constant self-indulgence but is yet still seen as a good man despite his ill reputed sexual conquests. As a disgrace to both his family and a disappointment to those who truly feel for him, his reputation is one that follows him as a sort of fate; and to reverse fate, some pretty drastic things have to happen. Turn all of this into a musical and what we now have is Bastard Jones, an incredibly clever, zany and sexy raucous of a show that is as funny as it is profound. Now in performances at the Cell, this is just the sort of guilty fun that everyone is looking for and, for a little over two hours, will bring such joy to your heart and a "tingle" to everywhere else - prepare yourselves indeed.
Musical Comedy BASTARD JONES Opens Tonight Off-Broadway
Nancy Manocherian's the cell presents the Off-Broadway Premiere of BASTARD JONES, a rock musical comedy based on Henry Fielding's bawdy 18th-century novel, The History of Tom Jones. With book, lyrics, & direction by Marc Acito (Broadway's Allegiance) and music & lyrics by Amy Engelhardt (Grammy nominees The Bobs), performances began June 14 at the cell. The opening is slated for tonight, June 22.
Nancy Manocherian's the cell presents the Off-Broadway Premiere of BASTARD JONES, a rock musical comedy based on Henry Fielding's bawdy 18th-century novel, The History of Tom Jones. With book, lyrics, & direction by Marc Acito (Broadway's Allegiance) and music & lyrics by Amy Engelhardt (Grammy nominees The Bobs), performances began June 14 at the cell. The opening is slated for tonight, June 22.
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