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Noah Diamond is a writer, performer, and songwriter, best known for his adaptation of I'LL SAY SHE IS, the Lost Marx Brothers Musical. He has played the role of Groucho Marx in the show's 2014 New York International Fringe Festival and 2016 Off Broadway productions, and he is the second performer in history to play the Groucho role in this work, after Groucho himself. He has a long history of playing Groucho, on and off the stage. Other notable work includes the Nero Fiddled political musicals (MORAL VALUE MEAL, LIFE AFTER BUSH, etc.) which he co-wrote, co-produced, and appeared in alongside his longtime partner Amanda Sisk. He is the author of three books: 400 YEARS IN MANHATTAN; LOVE MARCHES ON; and GIMME A THRILL: THE STORY OF I'LL SAY SHE IS, THE LOST MARX BROTHERS MUSICAL, AND HOW IT WAS FOUND.

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Off-Broadway Production, 2016
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THE HERRING BARREL REVUE Brings the Marx Brothers' Back To Times Square

Celebrate the centennial of the Marx Brothers' Broadway debut with THE HERRING BARREL REVUE, an evening of Marx-inspired shenanigans in Times Square. This event is the brainchild of Marx Brothers fanatics NOAH DIAMOND, TRAV SD, and JONNY PORKPIE.
Lineup Revealed For 2024 Marxfest

The lineup has been revealed for the 2024 edition of Marxfest, the comedy festival taking place in New York City this May, celebrating the Marx Brothers. The festival kicks off on May 17, and continues through May 26.
Actors' Equity Association Report Reveals 'Progress Towards Diversity and Equity' in 2021

Actors’ Equity Association has published Progress During an Atypical Year: Hiring Bias and Wage Gaps in Theatre in 2021.This document examines employment opportunity and average salaries for members of the union in 2021.
DON'T MISS THIS: A VARIETY SHOW SPECTACULAR is Coming to The Slipper Room

In 'Don't Miss This: a Variety Show Spectacular,' eleven of New York's most dazzling variety artists will gather at The Slipper Room, 167 Orchard Street, Monday, May 9 for a variety show to celebrate publication of 'Don't Miss This: A Decade of Eccentric Performing Arts, 2010-2020,' a new, 284-page, hardcover photo book by Jim R. Moore.  
THERE'S NOTHING LIKE LIBERTY: THE MARX BROTHERS AND AMERICA to Stream in October

Freedonia Marxonia, the annual Marx Brothers festival held on the SUNY Fredonia campus, will once again be held virtually this year. The featured event, live streaming on Friday, October 1, is There's Nothing Like Liberty: The Marx Brothers and America, an 'illustrated lecture' by Noah Diamond.
HOME AGAIN: THE MARX BROTHERS AND NEW YORK CITY to Stream on Groucho's 130th Birthday

Every fall, the State University of New York at Fredonia pays homage to the town's near-namesake, Freedonia-the mythical kingdom at the center of the Marx Brothers' 1933 classic Duck Soup. Since 1987, the Freedonia Marxonia festival has become a tradition for Marx Brothers fans.
United Solo Festival Announces 2019 Award Winners And New London Festival

United Solo Announces 10th-Season Winners and New Festival in London
400 YEARS IN MANHATTAN Extends United Solo Run

400 Years in Manhattan, the rollicking 'multimedia monologue' in which New York storyteller Noah Diamond leads the way through four centuries of history, is extending its run in the 2019 United Solo Theatre Festival. After selling out its first two performances, a third has been added, on November 6 at 9:00 pm.
400 YEARS IN MANHATTAN Brings New York City History To The Stage

In 400 Years in Manhattan, 'recovering tour guide' Noah Diamond tells the story of the island of Manhattan, accompanied by an expansive multimedia presentation. Diamond, best known for his performance as Groucho Marx in the Off Broadway revival of I'll Say She Is, made his New York debut on a double-decker tour bus. 'That was my day job for years,' he says, 'and I always thought: What I'm really doing here is writing a show.'
SOLD-OUT Shows Are Audience Favorites At United Solo's Tenth Anniversary

United Solo, the world's largest solo theatre festival, is bringing together over 130 shows from all over the world for its tenth anniversary. These shows will offer audiences intimate theatre experiences highlighting the talent, unique perspectives, and storytelling prowess of participating artists. Many promising shows have captured the public's imagination, have sold out their first performances at the Festival, and may now be offered additional performances. Fourteen bestselling shows are now sold out at United Solo. Three of these SOLD-OUT shows are part of THE BEST OF category, which recognizes the greatest artistic achievements of United Solo's first decade.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE WIZARD OF OZ at Sierra Rep

The story of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" has gone through many incarnations over the years: An American fairytale, a Broadway extravaganza, one of the first technicolor MGM movie musicals, and the 1989 West End holiday musical. Now, complete with dancing Munchkins and flying monkeys, Sierra Rep is delighted to present The Wizard of Oz this summer at the Historic Fallon House Theatre in Columbia State Park. The book is by John Kane, music by Harold Arlen and lyrics by E.Y. Harburg. It has additional background music by Herbert Stothart. It is based on the novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum and the 1939 film version written by Noel Langley, Florence Ryerson and Edgar Allan Woolf. This production will be co-directed by Scott Viets and Jerry Lee, who previously teamed up for Holiday Jukebox and The Robber Bridegroom. The production sponsor is DSN Outdoor.
A CHRISTMAS STORY Comes to Sierra Rep This Holiday Season

Sierra Repertory Theatre presents a stage adaptation of the nostalgic holiday film, 'A Christmas Story,' November 11 - December 18 at the East Sonora Theatre on Mono Way.
Marx Brothers Musical Revival I'LL SAY SHE IS Extends Off-Broadway

After selling out its initial run, I'LL SAY SHE IS, the legendary musical comedy that was the Broadway debut of the Marx Brothers, will extend its historic revival at The Connelly Theater through July 3.
BWW Review: Forgotten Marx Bros. Musical I'LL SAY SHE IS; Restored! Revived! Rejoice!

The lost 1924 Marx Brothers vehicle has been reconstructed and mounted in a crisp and buoyant new production.
Lost 1924 Marx Brothers Musical I'LL SAY SHE IS Begins Off-Broadway Today

I'LL SAY SHE IS, the legendary musical comedy that was the Broadway debut of the Marx Brothers, begins previews at the The Connelly Theater today, May 28. Opening is slated for June 2.
I'LL SAY SHE IS Opened 92 Years Ago Today; Revival to Begin May 28 Off-Broadway

I'LL SAY SHE IS, the legendary musical comedy that was the Broadway debut of the Marx Brothers, originally opened 92 years ago today -- on May 19, 1924 at the 875-seat Casino Theatre on Broadway at 39th Street. It played for 313 performances before being lost to history. Thanks to Grouch Marx enthusiast Noah Diamond, I'LL SAY SHE IS will return to the stage in a historic new production at The Connelly Theater beginning previews May 28.
Lost 1924 Marx Brothers Musical I'LL SAY SHE IS to Make Off-Broadway Debut

I'LL SAY SHE IS, the legendary musical comedy that was the Broadway debut of the Marx Brothers, will be seen in an historic new production at The Connelly Theater beginning previews May 28. Opening is slated for June 2.
Photo Coverage: The Theatre Museum Awards for Excellence Presented to Fathom Entertainment and BroadwayWorld.com

On Monday evening, BroadwayWorld.com was proud to watch its CEO and Founder, Robert Diamond, receive the 2014 Theatre Museum Award for Excellence in Arts Education. That same evening, Fathom Entertainment received an award for Excellence in Theatre History Preservation, which was presented to their new CEO, John Rubey.
MARXFEST, Centennial Celebration of The Marx Bros, Kicks Off Today

In May 1914, four brothers at a poker table sat down as Leonard, Arthur, Julius, and Milton, and stood up as Chico, Harpo, Groucho, and Gummo. In May 2014, MARXFEST celebrates the centennial of this momentous event with screenings, talks, parties, performances, and remembrances, all in the city of their birth.
MARXFEST, Centennial Celebration of The Marx Bros, Adds More Events, 5/1-31

In May 1914, four brothers at a poker table sat down as Leonard, Arthur, Julius, and Milton, and stood up as Chico, Harpo, Groucho, and Gummo. In May 2014, MARXFEST celebrates the centennial of this momentous event with screenings, talks, parties, performances, and remembrances, all in the city of their birth.

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