Back in May, “Un-Block The Music,” did a story about Jennifer Ashley Tepper, author of the book series, “The Untold Stories of Broadway,” Creative and Programming Director at Feinstein’s/ 54 Below and producer of “Be More Chill” off-Broadway. Here’s an update. The show, which is set to run through September 23 is all sold out... Continue Reading →
When Chekhov Goes To Nashville You Get Magic… “Songbird, A New Musical”
This past weekend, I was lucky enough to see Two River Theater’s production of “Songbird,” a musical based on 19th Century Russian playwright Anton Chekhov’s “The Seagull.” What??? You read that correctly; a musical. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I loved it. “Songbird’s” book was written by Michael Kimmel with music and lyrics... Continue Reading →
Eric William Morris, On Broadway’s Cutting Edge; Ready For “King Kong”
Theater is a place for musicians. While it once was a place for those trained in theater, those who sang and danced, it has become a place where musicians of all kinds gather. Theater performers are all things to all people. For example, check out Eric William Morris in “The Songbird,” an adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s... Continue Reading →