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WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO Invades The Philadelphia Fringe Festival

The 60s sci-fi immersive musical comedy Wild Women of Planet Wongo, a wacky B-movie inspired sci-fi comedy about a planet of Amazonian women who first encounter men when two bumbling astronauts crash on their planet, is coming virtually to the Philidelphia Fringe Festival after successful productions in New York City and Chicago.
BOOBS! THE MUSICAL Original Cast Reunion Will Stream on Richard Skipper Celebrates Tomorrow

Boobs! The Musical: The World According To Ruth Wallis is a musical revue based on the music and lyrics of 50's/60's star Ruth Wallis. Using 23 of her songs, Boobs! tells the story of Wallis' international career and struggles with performing her naughty songs.
BOOBS! THE MUSICAL 18th Anniversary Original Cast Reunion Announced

Boobs! The Musical: The World According To Ruth Wallis is a musical revue based on the music and lyrics of 50's/60's star Ruth Wallis. Using 23 of her songs, Boobs! tells the story of Wallis' international career and struggles with performing her naughty songs.
WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO invades the Pittsburgh Fringe Festival

The 60s sci-fi immersive musical comedy Wild Women of Planet Wongo, a wacky B-movie inspired musical about a planet of Amazonian women who first encounter men when two bumbling astronauts crash on their planet, is coming virtually to the Pittsburgh Fringe Festival after successful productions in New York City and Chicago.
WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO Invades The Front-Row Fringe Festival

The 60s sci-fi immersive musical Wild Women of Planet Wongo, a wacky B-movie inspired sci-fi comedy about a planet of Amazonian women who first encounter men when two bumbling astronauts crash on their planet, is coming virtually to the Front-Row Fringe Festival after successful productions in New York City and Chicago.
WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO Comes to the Front-Row Fringe

The 60s sci-fi immersive musical Wild Women of Planet Wongo, a wacky B-movie inspired sci-fi comedy about a planet of Amazonian women who first encounter men when two bumbling astronauts crash on their planet, is coming virtually to the Front-Row Fringe Festival after successful productions in New York City and Chicago.
WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO Extends Through July 28 At Chopin Theatre

"Wild Women of Planet Wongo" (Wongo) extends its summer invasion at the Chopin Theater, 1543 W. Division through July 28. This immersive sci-fi musical comedy spoofs madcap 60s B movies while placing the audience into the middle of the experience. "Wild Women of Planet Wongo" was written by Ben Budick, Steve Mackes and Dave Ogrin and is directed by David Rigano. Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. The show is recommended for ages 16 and older. Tickets range from $20 to $40. Visit www.PlanetWongo.com for tickets and information.
WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO Invades Chicago

"Wild Women of Planet Wongo" (Wongo) invades Chicago starting June 8 at the Chopin Theater, 1543 W. Division, following a long-term successful New York run. This immersive sci-fi musical comedy spoofs madcap 60s B movies while placing the audience into the middle of the experience. "Wild Women of Planet Wongo" was written by Ben Budick, Steve Mackes and Dave Ogrin and is directed by David Rigano. The first block of tickets are on sale on April 20 for shows June 8 through July 14. Performances are Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Saturdays at 7:30 and 10:30 p.m. The show is recommended for those over 16-years-old except for Saturdays at 10:30 p.m. which is strictly 21-years-old and over. Tickets range from $20 to $40. Visit www.PlanetWongo.com for tickets and information.
Janine Amelia Swainson to Star in New Zealand International Premiere of BOOBS! THE MUSICAL; Cast Announced!

The Riverlea Theatre Company, which is located in Hamilton, New Zealand, will present the New Zealand premiere of the Off-Broadway hit, Boobs! The Musical: The World According To Ruth Wallis. The holiday performances will run from Nov 25-Dec 16, 2017.
Janine Amelia Swainson to Star in New Zealand International Premiere of BOOBS! THE MUSICAL; Cast Announced!

The Riverlea Theatre Company, which is located in Hamilton, New Zealand, will present the New Zealand premiere of the Off-Broadway hit, Boobs! The Musical: The World According To Ruth Wallis. The holiday performances will run from Nov 25-Dec 16, 2017.
WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO Extends for Third Time at the Parkside Lounge

Due to popular demand, the 60's sci-fi immersive musical comedy Wild Women of Planet Wongo will extend its run for a third time, at the Lower East Side's Parkside Lounge through June 2017.
Sci-Fi Comedy WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO to Stream Live on Facebook

The producers of Wild Women of Planet Wongo will provide a rare opportunity to see parts of this zany immersive show in real time via Facebook Live from inside the Lower East Side's Parkside Lounge (317 East Houston) on Friday, February 3 at 8pm.
WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO Extends Again at Parkside Lounge

Due to popular demand, the 60's sci-fi immersive musical comedy Wild Women of Planet Wongo will extend its run for a second time, at the Lower East Side's Parkside Lounge through March 2017 and will be the venue's featured weekend performance.
Wild Women Of Planet Wongo Extends Run Through March 2017

Due to popular demand, the 60's sci-fi immersive musical comedy Wild Women of Planet Wongo will extend its run for a second time, at the Lower East Side's Parkside Lounge through March 2017 and will be the venue's featured weekend performance.
WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO Extends Into December at NYC's Parkside Lounge

The 60s sci-fi immersive musical comedy Wild Women of Planet Wongo, a wacky B-movie inspired sci-fi comedy about two astronauts that land on a planet of beautiful warrior women who have never seen men, is extending its stay in New York through December 14, 2016 at Parkside Lounge (317 East Houston).
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO in Rehearsal

The 60s sci-fi immersive musical comedy Wild Women of Planet Wongo, a wacky B-movie inspired sci-fi comedy about two astronauts that land on a planet of beautiful warrior women who have never seen men, is returning to New York after its successful Brooklyn run last year. Presented by Not Too Fancy Productions, LLC, Performances will begin at Parkside Lounge (317 East Houston) on Wednesday, September 28 at 8pm and run each Wednesday through November 16, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company in rehearsal below!
Interactive Sci-Fi Comedy WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO to Play Parkside Lounge

The 60s sci-fi immersive musical comedy Wild Women of Planet Wongo, a wacky B-movie inspired sci-fi comedy about two astronauts that land on a planet of beautiful warrior women who have never seen men, is returning to New York after its successful Brooklyn run last year.
Immersive Musical WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO Begins Next Month at Brooklyn Fireproof

The original 1960's inspired sci-fi musical WILD WOMEN OF PLANET WONGO gets an immersive, dance-party infused production beginning June 11. This theatrical extravaganza will transform the bar and gallery space of Bushwick's Brooklyn Fireproof into Planet Wongo where audience members can dance, interact with sexy alien beings and be part of the show. Wongo is based on a concept by Ben Budick with music by Dave Ogrin, lyrics by Ben Budick, Steve Mackes and Dave Ogrin and a book by Steve Mackes. David Rigano directs. Performances begin June 11.
Jennifer Fouche, Angela Grovey & More Set for MADAME WALKER AND THE DIVINE DREAM at NYMF, 7/10 & 13

The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) presents Madam Walker and the Divine Dream. Performances will take place on July 10th at 3:00PM & 7:00PM and July 13th at 8:00PM at The Studio at Theatre Row (410 W. 42nd Street). Starring Jennifer Fouche* (Off-Broadway's Sistas), Angela Grovey* (Broadway's Leap of Faith), two time Audelco Award Winner Juson Williams*, Kenya Lee*, Cheryl Gadsden, Annie Lee Moffett*, Carrie Compere* (Broadway bound Holler If You Hear Me, National tourShrek the Musical), Audelco nominated chandra thomas*, and Michael Roberts* (National and International tour West Side Story, Dreamgirls) . The book and lyrics are written by Steve Mackes and music by Joseph-Vernon Banks. Kevin Ray serves as music director and Bayo is stage manager.
Writer Michael Whaley Passes Away

Michael Whaley, who co- wrote the book of the long running Off Broadway hit, Boobs! The Musical: The World According To Ruth Wallis, died October 26, 2011 in Las Vegas. The cause of death is unknown.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Steve Mackes written?

Steve Mackes has written 3 shows including Boobs! The Musical (Bookwriter), Hell Hole Honeys (Bookwriter), Wild Women of Planet Wongo (Bookwriter).

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