Richard F. Grasso
Latest News on Richard F. Grasso:
Listen: Kathryn Allison & Teddy Trice Featured on New Holiday Singles (Dec 9, 2022)
Listen: Samantha Pauly Sings New Holiday Single 'Thank You, Santa' (Nov 18, 2022)
Kennedy Caughell & Clay Rice-Thomson to Take Part in at Triple Threat: The Audition Experience Workshop This Weekend (Sep 14, 2022)
Listen: Kathryn Allison & Teddy Trice Featured on New Holiday Singles (Dec 9, 2022)
Listen: Samantha Pauly Sings New Holiday Single 'Thank You, Santa' (Nov 18, 2022)
Kennedy Caughell & Clay Rice-Thomson to Take Part in at Triple Threat: The Audition Experience Workshop This Weekend (Sep 14, 2022)
BIO
Richard F. Grasso is a regional director, music director and producer based in NY. OFF-BROADWAY: THE MEMORY SHOW (Asst. Director),Transport Group Theatre Co. REGIONAL: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD (Director), Limelight Theatre Company. Asst. Director to Baayork Lee (A CHORUS LINE), Charles Repole (ANNIE), Jack Allison (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF) and Barry Ivan (SUNSET BOULEVARD), Pittsburgh CLO and THE LITTLE MERMAID (Music Director), The Palace Theatre in the Dells. Recent NYC Director Credits include: HAPPILY: THE MUSICAL (NYTF) and WHO ARE YOU? A MUSICAL (MITF, World Premiere), Fran Drescher’s Cabaret Cruise, and REWORKED: The Music of The Sherman Brothers at Feinstein's/54 Below. Richard holds a BFA in Theatre Directing from the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance. He is the Founder and Artistic Director of Two Worlds Entertainment. For more information, please visit www.richardfgrasso.com and www.twoworldsentertainmentllc.com
News
Listen: Kathryn Allison & Teddy Trice Featured on New Holiday Singles
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2022
Two Worlds Entertainment has released their 2 singles of REWORKED music with a holiday spin. “Christmas in Los Angeles” and “These Are The Special Times” features a reimagining of forgotten holiday songs arranged by Andy Grobengieser (Aladdin, King Kong, Groundhog Day).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2022
Two Worlds Entertainment has released their 2 singles of REWORKED music with a holiday spin. “Christmas in Los Angeles” and “These Are The Special Times” features a reimagining of forgotten holiday songs arranged by Andy Grobengieser (Aladdin, King Kong, Groundhog Day).
Listen: Samantha Pauly Sings New Holiday Single 'Thank You, Santa'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2022
Listen to Broadway Artist Samantha Pauly (Original Katherine Howard of the recently GRAMMY-Nominated SIX the Musical) on the new holiday single 'Thank you, Santa'!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2022
Listen to Broadway Artist Samantha Pauly (Original Katherine Howard of the recently GRAMMY-Nominated SIX the Musical) on the new holiday single 'Thank you, Santa'!
Kennedy Caughell & Clay Rice-Thomson to Take Part in at Triple Threat: The Audition Experience Workshop This Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2022
Two Worlds Entertainment, a twenty first century think-tank committed to provide the local community with theater based educational initiatives, will host Triple Threat: The Audition Experience Workshop with Broadway artists on Sunday September 18th for students in the tri-state area at the Tarrytown Music Hall.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2022
Two Worlds Entertainment, a twenty first century think-tank committed to provide the local community with theater based educational initiatives, will host Triple Threat: The Audition Experience Workshop with Broadway artists on Sunday September 18th for students in the tri-state area at the Tarrytown Music Hall.
Marissa Rosen, Josh A. Dawson, Julie Foldesi & More Broadway Performers Featured on REWORKED VOL. 1
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2021
Producers Richard F. Grasso and Jeff Malone of Two Worlds Entertainment have announced the release of their first EP: REWORKED Vol. 1. The three song EP features reimagined cover recordings of popular Sherman Brothers songs, all arranged by Andy Grobengieser (Aladdin, King Kong, Groundhog Day).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2021
Producers Richard F. Grasso and Jeff Malone of Two Worlds Entertainment have announced the release of their first EP: REWORKED Vol. 1. The three song EP features reimagined cover recordings of popular Sherman Brothers songs, all arranged by Andy Grobengieser (Aladdin, King Kong, Groundhog Day).
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD to be Presented at Limelight Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2021
Limelight Theatre Company will present four live performances of Songs for a New World, featuring both Westchester and NYC professionals at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center at the end of this month.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2021
Limelight Theatre Company will present four live performances of Songs for a New World, featuring both Westchester and NYC professionals at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center at the end of this month.
The Stars Shine For Fran Drescher's Cabaret Dinner Cruise To Benefit Cancer Schmancer
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2019
The glittering New York City skyline is the backdrop for an enchanted evening with Fran Drescher. Sail away for an exclusive, all-VIP experience with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and an intimate, gourmet dinner with Fran and some of her dearest celebrity friends, followed by a night of music and comedy performances by Broadway's and Hollywood's brightest stars aboard the luxurious Hornblower Infinity, one of the city's premiere concert venues.
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2019
The glittering New York City skyline is the backdrop for an enchanted evening with Fran Drescher. Sail away for an exclusive, all-VIP experience with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and an intimate, gourmet dinner with Fran and some of her dearest celebrity friends, followed by a night of music and comedy performances by Broadway's and Hollywood's brightest stars aboard the luxurious Hornblower Infinity, one of the city's premiere concert venues.
Start Anew with WHO ARE YOU? at MITF This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2017
Have you ever wanted to be someone else? WHO ARE YOU?, a musical by Simon Chouinard and T. Michael Vest, directed by Richard F. Grasso, with musical direction by Sean P. Pallatroni, assisted by Norris Person, and starring Daniel Bender Stern, Jean Ann Garrish, Ed Rosini, Noah Reece, Laura Mesrobian, David J. Raposo, and Maximus DeFrancesco, makes its world premiere at this year's Midtown International Theatre Festival.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2017
Have you ever wanted to be someone else? WHO ARE YOU?, a musical by Simon Chouinard and T. Michael Vest, directed by Richard F. Grasso, with musical direction by Sean P. Pallatroni, assisted by Norris Person, and starring Daniel Bender Stern, Jean Ann Garrish, Ed Rosini, Noah Reece, Laura Mesrobian, David J. Raposo, and Maximus DeFrancesco, makes its world premiere at this year's Midtown International Theatre Festival.
New Musical WHO ARE YOU? to Premiere at Midtown International Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2017
Three famous imposters. One mysterious host. 500 identities. WHO ARE YOU?, a new original musical about three world-renowned imposters, is making its world premiere at the Midtown International Theatre Festival this August.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2017
Three famous imposters. One mysterious host. 500 identities. WHO ARE YOU?, a new original musical about three world-renowned imposters, is making its world premiere at the Midtown International Theatre Festival this August.
Midtown International Theatre Festival to Present 100 Plays in 23 Days Starting This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Jul 15, 2017
The Midtown International Theatre Festival returns for another summer of quality stage works, July 15 - August 6, 2017 at the WorkShop (312 W. 36th Street, NYC). New York's oldest continuing theater festival will present 100 plays in 23 days!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 15, 2017
The Midtown International Theatre Festival returns for another summer of quality stage works, July 15 - August 6, 2017 at the WorkShop (312 W. 36th Street, NYC). New York's oldest continuing theater festival will present 100 plays in 23 days!
Photo Flash: New Musical WHO ARE YOU? to Premiere at Midtown International Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2017
Three famous imposters. One mysterious host. 500 identities. WHO ARE YOU?, a new original musical about three world-renowned imposters, is making its world premiere at the Midtown International Theatre Festival this August.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2017
Three famous imposters. One mysterious host. 500 identities. WHO ARE YOU?, a new original musical about three world-renowned imposters, is making its world premiere at the Midtown International Theatre Festival this August.
New Musical WHO ARE YOU? to Premiere at Midtown International Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2017
Three famous imposters. One mysterious host. 500 identities. WHO ARE YOU?, a new original musical about three world-renowned imposters, is making its world premiere at the Midtown International Theatre Festival this August.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2017
Three famous imposters. One mysterious host. 500 identities. WHO ARE YOU?, a new original musical about three world-renowned imposters, is making its world premiere at the Midtown International Theatre Festival this August.
Midtown International Theatre Festival to Present 100 Plays in 23 Days Starting This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2017
The Midtown International Theatre Festival returns for another summer of quality stage works, July 15 - August 6, 2017 at the WorkShop (312 W. 36th Street, NYC). New York's oldest continuing theater festival will present 100 plays in 23 days!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2017
The Midtown International Theatre Festival returns for another summer of quality stage works, July 15 - August 6, 2017 at the WorkShop (312 W. 36th Street, NYC). New York's oldest continuing theater festival will present 100 plays in 23 days!
MITF 2017: The Oldest Continuing Theatre Festival in NYC Returns This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2017
This is an auspicious year for John Chatterton and the Midtown International Theatre Festival. MITF is now the OLDEST CONTINUING THEATRE FESTIVAL IN NEW YORK! John Chatterton has set the gold standard for presenting new and exciting independent theatrical works in NYC. This year's special festival brings more than 100 productions to Manhattan - as well as an astounding number of international works. The 18th Annual Midtown International Theatre Festival once again proves itself to be one of the best reasons to stay in New York in July!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2017
This is an auspicious year for John Chatterton and the Midtown International Theatre Festival. MITF is now the OLDEST CONTINUING THEATRE FESTIVAL IN NEW YORK! John Chatterton has set the gold standard for presenting new and exciting independent theatrical works in NYC. This year's special festival brings more than 100 productions to Manhattan - as well as an astounding number of international works. The 18th Annual Midtown International Theatre Festival once again proves itself to be one of the best reasons to stay in New York in July!
Start Anew with WHO ARE YOU? at MITF This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2017
Have you ever wanted to be someone else? WHO ARE YOU?, a musical by Simon Chouinard and T. Michael Vest, directed by Richard F. Grasso, with musical direction by Sean P. Pallatroni, assisted by Norris Person, and starring Daniel Bender Stern, Eliya Rodeh, Ed Rosini, Noah Reece, Laura Mesrobian, David J. Raposo, and Maximus DeFrancesco, makes its world premiere at this year's Midtown International Theatre Festival.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2017
Have you ever wanted to be someone else? WHO ARE YOU?, a musical by Simon Chouinard and T. Michael Vest, directed by Richard F. Grasso, with musical direction by Sean P. Pallatroni, assisted by Norris Person, and starring Daniel Bender Stern, Eliya Rodeh, Ed Rosini, Noah Reece, Laura Mesrobian, David J. Raposo, and Maximus DeFrancesco, makes its world premiere at this year's Midtown International Theatre Festival.
MITF 2017: The Oldest Continuing Theatre Festival in NYC Returns This Summer
by Julie Musbach - Jun 3, 2017
This is an auspicious year for John Chatterton and the Midtown International Theatre Festival. MITF is now the OLDEST CONTINUING THEATRE FESTIVAL IN NEW YORK! John Chatterton has set the gold standard for presenting new and exciting independent theatrical works in NYC. This year's special festival brings more than 100 productions to Manhattan - as well as an astounding number of international works. The 18th Annual Midtown International Theatre Festival once again proves itself to be one of the best reasons to stay in New York in July!
by Julie Musbach - Jun 3, 2017
This is an auspicious year for John Chatterton and the Midtown International Theatre Festival. MITF is now the OLDEST CONTINUING THEATRE FESTIVAL IN NEW YORK! John Chatterton has set the gold standard for presenting new and exciting independent theatrical works in NYC. This year's special festival brings more than 100 productions to Manhattan - as well as an astounding number of international works. The 18th Annual Midtown International Theatre Festival once again proves itself to be one of the best reasons to stay in New York in July!
Way Productions to Hold Stage Reading of New Musical WHO ARE YOU?
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2016
WAY Productions is proud to announce its private, industry-only stage reading of WHO ARE YOU?, a new musical by Simon Chouinard & T. Michael Vest.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2016
WAY Productions is proud to announce its private, industry-only stage reading of WHO ARE YOU?, a new musical by Simon Chouinard & T. Michael Vest.
Jenna Ushkowitz and Michael Bakkensen Lead Reading of Jeff Stolzer's POWER PLAYS
by Marianka Swain - Jun 15, 2016
Michael Bakkensen, who delighted audiences on Broadway in Noises Off and The Man Who Came to Dinner, and Jenna Ushkowitz, the award-winning actress known for playing Tina Cohen-Chang on the Fox television series Glee and for her roles in numerous Broadway musicals, including The King and I and Spring Awakening, will star in a private, industry-only reading of Jeff Stolzer's POWER PLAYS, a new comedy-drama.
by Marianka Swain - Jun 15, 2016
Michael Bakkensen, who delighted audiences on Broadway in Noises Off and The Man Who Came to Dinner, and Jenna Ushkowitz, the award-winning actress known for playing Tina Cohen-Chang on the Fox television series Glee and for her roles in numerous Broadway musicals, including The King and I and Spring Awakening, will star in a private, industry-only reading of Jeff Stolzer's POWER PLAYS, a new comedy-drama.
Matthew Scott, George Merrick, Julia Coffey and More to Lead POWER PLAYS Reading
by BWW News Desk - Mar 9, 2015
Matthew Scott (Sondheim on Sondheim; A Catered Affair; Jersey Boys) will star in a private reading of Jeff Stolzer's Power Plays, a new comedy-drama, at the Dramatists Guild's Loewe Room in Manhattan.
by BWW News Desk - Mar 9, 2015
Matthew Scott (Sondheim on Sondheim; A Catered Affair; Jersey Boys) will star in a private reading of Jeff Stolzer's Power Plays, a new comedy-drama, at the Dramatists Guild's Loewe Room in Manhattan.
Casting Update for EPIC FAIL, a New York Musical Theatre Festival Concert
by Courtnie Mele - Jul 4, 2014
Casting has been announced for the new edition of Marc Eardley's EPIC FAIL directed by Marc Eardleyand presented Off-Broadway at The Laurie Beechman Theater by Graydon Gund and The New York Musical Theatre Festival. There will be three performances of EPIC FAIL July 8th at 9:30, and July 12th at 5:00 and 8:00pm. Tickets for EPIC FAIL went on sale June 16th.
by Courtnie Mele - Jul 4, 2014
Casting has been announced for the new edition of Marc Eardley's EPIC FAIL directed by Marc Eardleyand presented Off-Broadway at The Laurie Beechman Theater by Graydon Gund and The New York Musical Theatre Festival. There will be three performances of EPIC FAIL July 8th at 9:30, and July 12th at 5:00 and 8:00pm. Tickets for EPIC FAIL went on sale June 16th.
Composers Announced for EPIC FAIL, a New York Musical Theatre Festival Concert
by Louisa Brady - Jun 18, 2014
Contributing composers have been announced for the a new edition of Marc Eardley's EPIC FAIL directed by Marc Eardley and presented Off-Broadway at The Laurie Beechman Theater by Graydon Gund and The New York Musical Theatre Festival. There will be three performances of EPIC FAIL July 8th at 9:30, and July 12th at 5:00 and 8:00pm. Tickets for EPIC FAIL went on sale June 16th.
by Louisa Brady - Jun 18, 2014
Contributing composers have been announced for the a new edition of Marc Eardley's EPIC FAIL directed by Marc Eardley and presented Off-Broadway at The Laurie Beechman Theater by Graydon Gund and The New York Musical Theatre Festival. There will be three performances of EPIC FAIL July 8th at 9:30, and July 12th at 5:00 and 8:00pm. Tickets for EPIC FAIL went on sale June 16th.
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