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One-Man Show 1945

Opened: February 8, 1945

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Gary John Miller to Bring One-Man Show (ALMOST) ROCKY to the Black Out Cabaret
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2024


What happens when life keeps knocking you down, but you’re determined to keep getting back up? Find out when Gary John Miller will bring his hilarious and moving one-man show, (Almost) Rocky, to the Black Out Cabaret at Chicago's Second City Theater.

Reeve Carney to Perform THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW as One Man Concert At The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2024


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present a special evening with Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and actor Reeve Carney, in a one-man concert version of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show'. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Tim Mooney to Bring His One-man Show LOT O' SHAKESPEARE To Ocala Civic Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2024


Tim Mooney's one-man show Lot o’ Shakespeare is coming to Ocala Civic Theatre featuring monologues from all of Shakespeare’s plays, selected at random with audience participation. Learn more and see how to attend.

Emma Taylor and The Canal Cafe Theatre to Present MAN, A One Woman Show
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 23, 2024


MAN, A ONE WOMAN SHOW explores identity and gender through a compelling solo performance at Canal Cafe Theatre. Join us for an evening of thought-provoking theater.

Katie Folger To Return To Austin With Her One-Woman Show GETTING IN BED WITH THE PIZZA MAN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2024


Katie Folger brings her one-woman show GETTING IN BED WITH THE PIZZA MAN back to Austin, offering a unique theatrical experience that explores personal narratives and comedic storytelling.

Eric Idle to Embark on West Cost Tour for One-Man Musical Show
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2024


Comedy legend Eric Idle has announced dates for his brand new, one-man show, 'Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, Live!', starting with a West Coast tour this September. Written and performed entirely by Eric, audiences will be treated to never-before-seen sketches, original songs, jokes, the humorous wisdom that comes with being a living legend, and exactly one fart joke.

SPINNING MY WHEELS, A One-Man Show By Michael Garfield Levine, to Play Woodstock in July
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024


The Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild will present 'Spinning My Wheels: A one man show written and performed by Michael Garfield Levine*' two performances only at the Byrdcliffe Theater.

Tom Greaves Makes Comedy Debut With One Man Show FUDGEY At Assembly Festival 2024
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024


Tom Greaves will make his comedy debut with the one-man show FUDGEY at Assembly Festival 2024 during EdFringe.

City Gate Productions Will Premiere One-Man Show THE CRACKPOT SHAKESPEARE THEORIES, VOLUME 1 in Ridgewood
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024


Queens-based actor and storyteller Jim Haines will premiere his original, one-man show THE CRACKPOT SHAKESPEARE THEORIES, VOLUME 1 this June as part of the Queens Rising slate of performances.

Katie Folger To Premiere Her One-Woman Show GETTING IN BED WITH THE PIZZA MAN
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024


Kaite Folger is set to premiere her one-woman show, GETTING IN BED WITH THE PIZZA MAN at El Portal in May 2024.

GUAC - THE ONE-MAN SHOW Comes to United Solo in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2024


GUAC is written and performed by Manuel Oliver, co-written by James Clements, and directed by Michael Cotey. Presented as the opener of The 16th Annual United Solo Festival in partnership with Change the Ref and ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence, GUAC will be staged for one weekend only.

Interview: Alan Cumming Brings His One-Man Show to The Hobby Center
by Brett Cullum - Feb 12, 2024


It's me, and I have a band. I sing songs and tell stories all under the theme or the umbrella of getting older, and what is age appropriateness, and things I've noticed about getting older. Mostly, it’s about why is it that we, as a culture, have decided that getting older is the worst possible thing that can happen to us when, of course, it's the only thing that is inevitable in our lives apart from death. And I just I'm really curious about that.

Barrie Rutter OBE Brings One-Man Show SHAKESPEARE'S ROYALS to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2024


A new one-man show from the former director of Northern Broadsides, Barrie Rutter OBE, heads to Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre next month. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

Luke Kempner Brings Hit Fringe Show GRITTY POLICE DRAMA: A ONE MAN MUSICAL to Soho Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2024


Following a sold-out and critically acclaimed month long run at the Edinburgh festival Fringe, Luke Kempner (LES MISERABLES, Spitting Image: Idiots Assemble, Steph's Packed Lunch), will be bringing 'GRITTY POLICE DRAMA: A ONE MAN MUSICAL', to Soho Theatre.

Black Broadway Karaoke, THE ODD COUPLE, and a One-Man Show Come to Plays & Players Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 4, 2024


Plays & Players is starting the New Year with a full week of entertainment! This year, they're prioritizing giving independent artists space and modest financing to showcase new in-progress pieces and community connection. Learn more about the upcoming lineup of events here!

Bill Irwin's One-Man Show ON BECKETT Begins Performances at Two River Theater This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2023


Don't miss Tony Award-winning actor Bill Irwin's captivating performance in 'On Beckett' at Two River Theater. Experience the beauty of Samuel Beckett's language in this intimate one-man show. Get your tickets now!

Michael Garfield Levine to Present One Man Show SPINNING MY WHEELS at Emerging Artists Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2023


SPINNING MY WHEELS, a one-man show written and performed by Michael Garfield Levine, directed by Caitlin Langstaff, will be presented for one performance only at Emerging Artists Theatre.

Bill Irwin to Star in One-Man Show ON BECKETT at Two River Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2023


Experience the brilliance of Tony Award-winning actor Bill Irwin as he performs 'On Beckett' at Two River Theater from December 7 - 10, 2023. Don't miss this intimate one-man show that brings Samuel Beckett's words to life. Tickets available now.

John Manzari Brings One Man Song And Dance Show To Birdland
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2023


Fresh from his Broadway debut in Funny Girl, performer John Manzari brings his unique blend of song and tap dance to Birdland Theater, Thursday, October 12 at 8:30pm. Don't miss this engaging and multi-generational journey through song and dance.

One-Man Show MARK PLEASES YOU To Be Presented As Part of Hollywood Independent Theater Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2023


Mark Pleases You, a hilarious and vulnerable award-winning, one-man comedic play that explores the price of people-pleasing, returns to Los Angeles from a critically-acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival for one night only as part of the Hollywood Independent Theater Festival. 

Theater Grottesco's One Man Show CONSIDER THIS Comes To Brooklyn, September 28 And 29
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2023


Irondale, now celebrating forty years of artistically ambitious, and cutting-edge theatre, invites longtime friend and collaborator Theater Grottesco to bring their proactive and funny and hilarious one-man show Consider This to The Space at Irondale September 28th and 29th at 7:30 p.m.

Robin Williams One-Man Show Tribute Scheduled For Park Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2023


When Robin Williams debuted as Mork on the ABC sitcom Happy Days on February 28, 1978, the world would never be the same again. His electric, kinetic, and magically funny performance was something never before seen on television. Sadly, the world lost Robin in 2014. A masterful tribute to this iconic performer has been performed all over the United States.

Review: SMALL at 59E59 Theaters- Robert Montano's Excellent One Man Show
by Marina Kennedy - Aug 17, 2023


SMALL is a distinctive one-man show with a compelling story now on stage at 59E59 Theaters.  It is brilliantly written and performed by Robert Montano and expertly directed by Jessi D. Hill.

Alan Palmer to Open One-Man Show CHANTEUSE Off-Broadway at HERE Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2023


Experience the gripping story of Alan Palmer's one-man show, 'Chanteuse,' as he portrays a gay man's survival in Nazi-controlled Germany. Discover how this poignant adaptation resonates in today's world and explore Alan Palmer's inspiring journey from actor to playwright.

Gen Z Gender Collective Brings One-Man Show JUNE To Edinburgh Fringe Ahead Of London Run
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2023


Billy is an ex-drag queen trying to reclaim past glory. He launches a desperate attempt to do one final performance and connect to his past, even as it tests his relationships and makes him question everything he believes in. Taking the form of a one-man show, June takes a deep dive into drag, platonic intimacy and living with disability.

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