The biggest slog in any Theater History course has got to be Everyman, a fifteenth-century morality play of obscure authorship whose importance rests entirely on its surviving in parchment form up to the modern age while its contemporaries faded to d …Read more
It’s practically impossible to talk about Sunset Boulevard without mentioning the age of its leading lady. When Gloria Swanson originated the part of washed out movie star Norma Desmond in Billy Wilder’s 1950 masterpiece, she was 50, only two years o …Read more
The musical revue is a durable genre—and why shouldn’t it be? A link of sorts between a standard cabaret show and a musical play, the revue is a straightforward way of showcasing the work of emerging songwriters as well as of performers. The careers …Read more
November 9th was a dark day in New York City. There was an unusual hush on the train and on the street. The city that never sleeps was still and quiet. But it’s in times like this that many decide to speak up and take action. Whether it’s writing let …Read more
American audiences know Juan Pablo Di Pace for his turns in Dallas, A.D. The Bible Continues where he played Jesus, and of course Netflix’s immensely popular Fuller House where he stars as Fernando, Kimmy’s (Andrea Barber) opportunistic, but devilish …Read more
The Tom Kitt Band will play February 9 and 11 at Feinstein’s/54 Below. We spoke with Kitt about how he selected songs for his upcoming show and the differences between composing musicals and writing for his band. My father’s an economist, and he’s on …Read more
Fresh off his stint in Falsettos, Tony nominee Brandon Uranowitz is set to perform at Feinstein’s/54 Below, February 8-11. We caught up with Uranowitz about the songs of William Finn and why Falsettos is more than just a history lesson. I wanna start …Read more
Mandy Gonzalez will bring her solo show Raise the Roof to Feinstein’s/54 Below for two performances, February 12 and March 12. We spoke to the Hamilton star about what it’s like to be part of a cultural phenomenon, being a Latinx role model, and her …Read more
Australian entertainer Michael Griffiths is bringing his show In Vogue: Songs by Madonna to Feinstein’s/54 Below, so we spoke to him about his love for the legendary pop icon, why he thinks she’s an underrated songwriter, and even dream cast a Madonn …Read more
The dining scene of New York’s Theater District is quickly becoming one of the best of the city, and few people know it better than the actors who call the neighborhood their second home. In this installment of thEATer we interviewed Kristolyn Lloyd, …Read more