Sweet & Hot: The Songs of Harold Arlen
So my current project right now is Sweet & Hot: The Songs of Harold Arlen at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre. I'm loving it! It's definitely a challenge; we aren't allowed characters or a story/plot which for me at least (I strongly consider myself an actor before a singer) is forcing me to really step outside of my comfort zone and →
Patti Lupone: Rose’s Turn
I am so glad someone snapped this video of Patti LuPone singing Rose's Turn! I love it. Although, don't get caught doing it!
Bombs Away!
Well, my extended weekend in Ohio was a nice get-away from the city for a bit. I think I may have eaten a bit too much chocolate (thanks, Easter Bunny) but all in all it was a very refreshing weekend. I'm glad to be back in the city though! Unfortunately, due to a scheduling conflict I wasn't able to do Cousins →
My Love Affair With New Works
One of my favorite things to do as an actor is to work on new musicals. I love creating roles and getting to develop characters that haven't been explored before. It's absolutely exciting to me, and I honestly can't think of anything that I would consider more creatively fulfilling. There's nothing like the freedom of a role that hasn't been →
The Best Review You Can Get…
The best review you can get as an actor doesn't come from Chris Jones, or Hedy Weiss, or even Charles Isherwood. It comes from someone you personally know and respect as an artist. My best friend/roommate/colleague Harmony gave me a review on her blog Behind The Curtain that means the world to me. As well as talk me up like →
Wings at Apple Tree Theatre
Harmony and I went with our friends Andra and Jamie (her husband) to see the musical Wings at Apple Tree Theatre tonight! I am so happy that I've been able to see so much good theater recently. I usually never get to see anything because I'm always in a show and they always conflict with other performances. Well, since I'm →
Why It’s Important For An Actor To Have A Web Presence (And How You Can Get One)
An actor's website is an investment, not an expense. It's important to have a web presence as an actor. Even if you have an agent. Paul Russell, casting director, director, and author of the hit book ACTING: Make It Your Business - How to Avoid Mistakes and Achieve Success as a Working Actor says "...if someone gives me an actor by →
Candide Live on Broadway (2005)
Talk about an all-star cast of a fabulous musical! This is the definitive version of Leonard Bernstein's "Candide", preserved for all time (or until someone gets rights-happy) on YouTube. I think Patti LuPone is so amazing as The Old Lady!! And of course Kristin Chenoweth is unbelievable as Cunegonde. And Paul Graves.. O. M. G. What a beautiful voice. Enjoy!
High Fidelity (The Musical) Staged Reading
At the Chicago staged reading of High Fidelity The Musical at the Mercury Theatre with my friends Harmony and Elliott! Just sitting in the audience, chatting and waiting for the show to start. We had a couple beers and buffalo wings before the show ftw! So, feeling good and excited to see an all-star Chicago cast which includes a number →
Mary Poppins!
I went to see Mary Poppins (the musical) at the Cadillac Palace theatre downtown today. It was AMAZING!! I can't remember the last time I had such a great time in the theatre. I felt like a kid again! Highly recommended!
