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THE BLACK VERSION Celebrates Black History Month With New York City Debut At Midnight Theatre

Direct from a sold-out run at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, The Black Version makes its New York City debut for Black History Month at Manhattan West's Midnight Theatre.
THE BLACK VERSION Celebrates Black History Month With New York City Debut at Midnight Theatre

Direct from a sold-out run at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, The Black Version makes its New York City debut for Black History Month at Manhattan West's Midnight Theatre.
Drew Droege's HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG Announces Off-Broadway Return for Pride

Producer Michael Urie will present the Off-Broadway return of Happy Birthday Doug – the acclaimed comedy written and performed by Drew Droege (the Internet’s “Chloë,” “Drunk History,” “Bob’s Burgers,” RuPaul’s “AJ and the Queen” on Netflix) – in a special Pride weekend engagement starting this week for four shows only, June 23-26 at 7:00 PM.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG Starring Drew Droege to Return Off-Broadway for Special Pride Weekend Engagement

Producer Michael Urie has announced that Happy Birthday Doug – the comedy written and performed by Drew Droege (the Internet’s “Chloë,” “Drunk History,” “Bob’s Burgers,” RuPaul’s “AJ and the Queen” on Netflix) – will return Off-Broadway for a special Pride weekend engagement for four shows only from June 23-26 at 7:00 PM.
Wake Up With BWW 8/28: Lin-Manuel Miranda Will Star in New Rom-Com THE MAKING OF, and More!

Today's top stories: Lin-Manuel Miranda will star in a new rom-com, Happy Birthday Doug (produced by Michael Urie, starring Drew Droege) is coming to BroadwayHD, and more!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG, Produced by Michael Urie and Starring Drew Droege, Will Be Available on BroadwayHD

BroadwayHD will make Happy Birthday Doug, from producer Michael Urie, available to stream!
Photo Flash: John Hill, Andy Cohen, Michelle Hill and More at THE FEELS LIVE at Feinstein's/54 Below

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presented John Hill, Co-host of “Andy Cohen: Live” and host of The Feels on SiriusXM, with special guests Andy Cohen and Michelle Collins last night as they brought Hill's weekly radio show to the stage for an East Coast debut.  
Linda Eder, Alice Ripley, David Yazbek Ft. Lilli Cooper and More are Heading to Feinstein's/54 Below This Month

This Month, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.
John Hill Adds Performance With Marc Shaiman, Kathy Najimy and More at Feinstein's/54 Below

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, is adding an additional performance of John Hill's a?oeThe Feels Livea?? due to demand after his first March 11 performance has sold out. Co-host of a?oeAndy Cohen: Livea?? and host of The Feels on SiriusXM, Hill will be joined by special guests Kathy Najimy, Marc Shaiman, Natalie Joy Johnson, and a Special a?oeBravolebritya?? Surprise Guest as they bring Hill's weekly radio show to the stage for an East Coast debut.  
John Hill Adds Performance in THE FEELS LIVE at Feinstein's/54 Below

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, is adding an additional performance of John Hill's a?oeThe Feels Livea?? due to demand after his first March 11 performance has sold out. Co-host of a?oeAndy Cohen: Livea?? and host of The Feels on SiriusXM, Hill will be joined by special guests Kathy Najimy, Marc Shaiman, Natalie Joy Johnson, and a Special a?oeBravolebritya?? Surprise Guest as they bring Hill's weekly radio show to the stage for an East Coast debut.
Review Roundup: Drew Droege's HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG

Happy Birthday Doug - the new comedy written and performed by Drew Droege (the Internet's 'Chloë,' 'Drunk History,' 'Bob's Burgers,' RuPaul's 'AJ and the Queen' on Netflix) opened last week at SoHo Playhouse. Happy Birthday Doug is directed by Tom Detrinis (Bright Colors And Bold Patterns) and produced in association with Zach Laks.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG Extends At Soho Playhouse Through March 29

Producer Michael Urie has announced that Happy Birthday Doug a?" the new comedy written and performed by Drew Droege (the Internet's a?oeChloë,a?? a?oeDrunk History,a?? a?oeBob's Burgers,a?? RuPaul's a?oeAJ and the Queena?? on Netflix) a?" has extended through Sunday, March 29 after opening last week to rave reviews. The New York Times hailed the show a?oea laugh-out-loud funny social sendupa?? and heralded Droege's a?oesupercharged performance.a?? The Daily Beast calls it a?oea very funny, pointed celebrationa?? and praised a?oeDroege's vivid compendium of characters.a?? The play, originally scheduled to run through Sunday, March 1, is being performed at SoHo Playhouse (15 Vandam Street, between 6th Avenue and Varick Street in Manhattan). Happy Birthday Doug is directed by Tom DeTrinis (Bright Colors And Bold Patterns) and produced in association with Zach Laks. For tickets and information, please visit HappyBirthdayDoug.com
Photo Flash: Drew Droege, Micheal Urie and More Celebrate Opening Night of HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG opened last night, Thursday, February 13 at SoHo Playhouse! 
BWW Interview: Funnyman Drew Droege on HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG and Inviting New Yorkers to This Unforgettable Party!

Actor, comedian, writer, and director, Drew Droege, treats New York audiences to his new solo show, Happy Birthday Doug. Joining forces once again with producers Michael Urie and Zach Laks, and director Tom DeTrinis, the show is centered on Doug turning 41 and celebrating in a big way! His party includes multiple personalities and visits from friends and influential characters that have impacted this crazy little thing called life. And the best part? You get to be part of the action!
Drew Droege's HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG Opens Thursday With Valentine's Night Special On Friday

Opening this week, producer Michael Urie presents HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG a?" a new comedy  written and performed by Drew Droege (the Internet's a?oeChloë,a?? a?oeDrunk History,a?? a?oeBob's Burgers,a?? RuPaul's a?oeAJ and the Queena?? on Netflix) a?" performed at SoHo Playhouse (15 Vandam Street, between 6th Avenue and Varick Street in Manhattan).
Photo Coverage: The Team Behind HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG Meets The Press

Check out photos from press day as the team behind the new off-Broadway play, Happy Birthday Doug, greeted the media!
Drew Droege's HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG Presented By Michael Urie Begins Performances This Week at Soho Playhouse

Starting this week, producer Michael Urie will present HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG - a new comedy written and performed by Drew Droege (the Internet's 'Chloë,' 'Drunk History,' 'Bob's Burgers,' RuPaul's 'AJ and the Queen' on Netflix) - performed at SoHo Playhouse (15 Vandam Street, between 6th Avenue and Varick Street in Manhattan).
Andy Cohen Will be a Special Guest at John Hill's THE FEELS LIVE at Feinstein's/54 Below

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present John Hill, Co-host of 'Andy Cohen: Live' and host of The Feels on SiriusXM, with special guests Andy Cohen and Michelle Collins as they bring Hill's weekly radio show to the stage for an East Coast debut.
Michael Urie Will Produce HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG At Soho Playhouse In 2020

Michael Urie will present HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG a?" a new comedy written and performed by Drew Droege (the Internet's a?oeChloë,a?? a?oeDrunk History,a?? a?oeBob's Burgers,a?? upcoming RuPaul's a?oeAJ and the Queena?? on Netflix) a?" will be performed at SoHo Playhouse (15 Vandam Street, between 6th Avenue and Varick Street in Manhattan) for a limited run from Thursday, February 6 to Sunday, March 1, 2020. Opening night is set for Thursday, February 13.
Drew Droege's HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG Comes to Soho Playhouse

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOUG arrives in New York for a first-look workshop, hot off the heels of the triumphant five month off-Broadway run of Drew Droege's Bright Colors And Bold Patterns.

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