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Mama NYC Premiere
The Underground Theatre
107/WEA/Broadway
February 18-May 6, 2013
Read About It On Playbill:
http://playbill.com/news/article/174784-Christina-Sajous-Nicole-Lewis-Bethany-Moore-Will-Be-Special-Guest-Performers-in-New-Musical-Mama-and-Her-Boys
Read About The Show On BroadwayWorld:
http://broadwayworld.com/article/New-Collaborators-Cast-Members-and-More-Set-for-MAMA-AND-HER-BOYS-20130218
http://broadwayworld.com/article/MAMA-AND-HER-BOYS-Begins-218-at-Underground-Theatre-20130114
Call Me Adam Interview:
http://www.callmeadam.com/interviews/2013/2/24/ethan-paulini-wendy-watson-and-christopher-sidoli-mama-and-h.html#.USo4D1o__0Q
The fabulous talents of Ethan Paulini, Christopher Sidoli and Wendy Watson come together in this funny and poignant musical revue that explores the dynamic relationship between mothers, sons and families. Featuring an eclectic mix of 25 songs. From Broadway to Pop, Motown to Country, even disco. Don't miss this exciting new show that's got a little something for everyone.
Starring
Ethan Paulini * Christopher Sidoli * Wendy Watson
Directed and Choreographed by
Ethan Paulini
Starring
Ethan Paulini * Christopher Sidoli * Wendy Watson
Directed and Choreographed by
Ethan Paulini
Artist Bios
Ethan Paulini*+ (Director/Choreographer/Creator/Executive Producer/Boy)
Ethan is thrilled to be sharing this show with you. You are currently reading this on his website so if you want to know more, just take a look around.
Christopher E. Sidoli (Creator/Boy)
Christopher E. Sidoli grew up in Connecticut and began pursuing music at the age of 16. He attended Skidmore College as Filene Scholar where he studied opera and vocal performance under Anne Turner. Christopher has lit up Off-Broadway in The Awesome 80's Prom (swing in the original cast), June Again (EST), and The Children of Children (Merkin Hall). Regionally he has been seen in Cats 25th Anniversary (Gus/Growltiger/Bustopher Jones) and in productions of The Secret Garden (Archibald Craven), Side Show (Terry), Kiss of the Spiderwoman (Gabriel), and Closer than Ever (Man 1). He is one of the creators and performers of Mama and Her Boys (currently running at the Underground in NYC). Last Summer he performed a successful one man concert in Provincetown, Massachusetts called Look to the Stars which is soon to be reprised.
Wendy Watson* (Creator/Mama)
Wendy is delighted to return to the New York Stage with this production, having originated the role of Mama at Cape Rep Theatre, and performed the show in Provincetown, Harwich and Brewster over the past two seasons. Recent Roles include: Molina’s Mother in KISS OF THE SPIDERWOMAN; Old Lady in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE; Sophie in A CLASS ACT; Ruth Sherwood in WONDERFUL TOWN; and Lead Performer in GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING. She has also starred in a series of Musical Reviews and Cabaret Performances, as well as PlayBack Theater. Many New Yorkers will recognize her from her one- woman show, WENDY WATSON, I PRESUME, directed by Barry Kleinbort, which recurred over five years at The Duplex and Don’t Tell Mama. WENDY also enjoys her life as a Professional Sign Language Interpreter, having interpreted well over 100 shows including the upcoming Broadway Revival of PIPPIN. Love to CRONKIE.
Erik Keiser* (Boy at certain performances)
Erik recently created the role of Keith Partridge in The Bardy Bunch: The War of the Families Partridge & Brady at the NY Fringe Festival. He also played Ren McCormack on the 10th Anniversary National Tour of Footloose. Other recent credits - New York: Borscht Belt Bistro (workshop), Sail Away (Musicals Tonight!), Variations on Shakespeare. Regional: How to Succeed in Business… (J. Pierrepont Finch) at Theatre-by-the-Sea, Hairspray (Link), High School Musical (Troy), All Shook Up (Dean). Training: BFA from The New School & AMDA.
http://www.welovesoaps.net/2013/03/colleen-zenk-kelsey-crouch-mama-and-her.html
Colleen Zenk* (Special Guest Star)
A 3-time Emmy nominee for her portrayal of fashionista-diva-evil-bitch-mother-from-hell Barbara Ryan on AS THE WORLD TURNS, a role she played continuously for 32 years, from 1978-2010. Film: Annie (directed by John Huston), WOMAN ON THE LEDGE, YOU'D BETTER WATCH OUT. Broadway: BRING BACK BIRDIE (opposite Chita Rivera and Donald O'Connor). Off B'way: MARRYING GEORGE CLOONEY, ODYSSEY, the Epic Musical, SUMMER STOCK NYC for CAP21. Regional: FOLLIES, HELLO, DOLLY!, APPLAUSE, LOVE LETTERS, PORTRAITS, THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG, CAN-CAN, WHERE'S CHARLEY?, MY FAIR LADY, MUSIC MAN, BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, many more. A hundred+ television commercials. Catholic University of America. An Oral Cancer survivor celebrating her 5-year milestone, she continues to speak about early detection as the National Spokesperson of the Oral Cancer Foundation. Ms. Zenk is the recipient of numerous Humanitarian Awards for her activism: New York University Strusser Memorial Award, Hollywood, Health and Society Sentinel Award, American Cinema Award, Connecticut Bar Association-Humanitarian of the Year, March of Dimes-Mother of the Year. Board of Governors of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Favorite role: Mother of a blended family of six, 4 girls, 2 boys, but, alas, now an empty-nester. One of the producers of the Broadway revival of GODSPELL, Ms. Zenk debuted her one-woman musical evening, STILL SASSY, at Feinstein's at the Regency and made her Nashville debut guest-starring with Johnny Rodgers. Currently portraying "Agnes Snead" in the Indie Western-web series "THURSTON, she will soon be seen on HULU in "DON'T KNOW JACK" opposite Richard Kline. colleenzenk.com
Kelsey Crouch* (Special Guest Star)
A New York-based actress, born to Colleen Zenk (As the World Turns) and W. Michael Crouch. Kelsey forgot her first lyrics singing “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” in the First Grade Variety Show, but she didn’t cry until after she had finished the song and slumped off the stage. That memory haunted her through the entire run of The Wizard of Oz at Carousel Dinner Theatre, her first equity contract. Kelsey has her BFA in Musical Theatre from Syracuse University and continues studying in with Craig Carnelia and Marianne Challis. She and her brother, Dylan Pinter (“From Date to Mate” and various SAG commercials), have only once played opposite each other. It was pretty uncomfortable for everyone involved.
Special Guest Schedule
February 18 - Christina Sajous
February 25 - Christina Sajous
March 4 - Nicole Lewis
March 11 - Bethany Moore
March 18 - Christina Sajous
March 21 - Nicole Lewis
March 25 - Tracee Beazer
April 1 - Eric Riley
April 8 - Paige Turner
April 10 - Tracee Beazer
April 15 - Tory Ross
May 6 - Colleen Zenk and Kelsey Crouch
Each week will feature a special guest performer. Check back here for up to date schedule and bios.
Christina Sajous* has appeared on Broadway as Extraordinary Girl in American Idiot, Shirley in Baby, It's You and Arachne in Spider Man: Turn Off the Dark. She is currently appearing in Forever Dusty at New World Stages.
Nicole Lewis* has appeared on Broadway in RENT, Lennon and Hair. She was most recently seen in the new musical Murder Ballad at Manhattan Theare Club.
Bethany Moore* appeared on Broadway in Spider Man: Turn Off the Dark. She is currently in rehearsals for Diane Paulus' new revival of Pippin.
Ellyn Marie Marsh* has appeared on Broadway in Enron and Priscilla Queen of the Desert. She is currently in rehearsals for Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein's new musical Kinky Boots.
Eric Riley* originated the role of Papa Ge in Ahrens and Flaherty's Once On This Island. He also appeared on Broadway in Dreamgirls and Ain't Misbehavin.
Tracee Beazer* has appeared on Broadway in Hairspray, Good Vibrations,
The Wedding Singer and Memphis.
Tory Ross* has appeared on Broadway in the original casts of Cry-Baby and 9 to 5. She was also seen Off-Broadway in Silence! National tours include White Christmas and The Producers. She is currently appearing in Kinky Boots.
February 18 - Christina Sajous
February 25 - Christina Sajous
March 4 - Nicole Lewis
March 11 - Bethany Moore
March 18 - Christina Sajous
March 21 - Nicole Lewis
March 25 - Tracee Beazer
April 1 - Eric Riley
April 8 - Paige Turner
April 10 - Tracee Beazer
April 15 - Tory Ross
May 6 - Colleen Zenk and Kelsey Crouch
Each week will feature a special guest performer. Check back here for up to date schedule and bios.
Christina Sajous* has appeared on Broadway as Extraordinary Girl in American Idiot, Shirley in Baby, It's You and Arachne in Spider Man: Turn Off the Dark. She is currently appearing in Forever Dusty at New World Stages.
Nicole Lewis* has appeared on Broadway in RENT, Lennon and Hair. She was most recently seen in the new musical Murder Ballad at Manhattan Theare Club.
Bethany Moore* appeared on Broadway in Spider Man: Turn Off the Dark. She is currently in rehearsals for Diane Paulus' new revival of Pippin.
Ellyn Marie Marsh* has appeared on Broadway in Enron and Priscilla Queen of the Desert. She is currently in rehearsals for Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein's new musical Kinky Boots.
Eric Riley* originated the role of Papa Ge in Ahrens and Flaherty's Once On This Island. He also appeared on Broadway in Dreamgirls and Ain't Misbehavin.
Tracee Beazer* has appeared on Broadway in Hairspray, Good Vibrations,
The Wedding Singer and Memphis.
Tory Ross* has appeared on Broadway in the original casts of Cry-Baby and 9 to 5. She was also seen Off-Broadway in Silence! National tours include White Christmas and The Producers. She is currently appearing in Kinky Boots.
*Member Actors Equity Association
+Member Society of Directors and Choreographers
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Many, Many Thanks to our Kickstarters, in no particular order:
Mary Louise Conway
Thomas J. Paulini
Catherine Nelson Allen
Lynne Kurdziel Formato
Katherine Letourneau
Laurie Shaffer
Jody Steiner
Kathy Vesey
Alice Harrigan
Ellen
Diane Cofield
Dennis Cokely
Vicki Summers
John Pirone
Terry Malcolm
Lynn Ellison-Murphy
Patricia Yachimsky
Joanna Benevides
Jessie Barr
Michael Bartlett
Karen Maloney
Sally Tucker
Kathleen LiCastri
Alaina Mills
David Caudle
Laura Oldham
Arthur Wise
Jolanta Galloway
Eileen Gately
VP Boyle
Matthew Paulini
Celeste Howe
Laurie Rose Savage
Marisa Kirby
Rico Peterson
Josephine Kinsella
Janna Cardia
Anne B. Kiefer
Maria Kennedy
William Todd Maddox
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Mary Louise Conway
Thomas J. Paulini
Catherine Nelson Allen
Lynne Kurdziel Formato
Katherine Letourneau
Laurie Shaffer
Jody Steiner
Kathy Vesey
Alice Harrigan
Ellen
Diane Cofield
Dennis Cokely
Vicki Summers
John Pirone
Terry Malcolm
Lynn Ellison-Murphy
Patricia Yachimsky
Joanna Benevides
Jessie Barr
Michael Bartlett
Karen Maloney
Sally Tucker
Kathleen LiCastri
Alaina Mills
David Caudle
Laura Oldham
Arthur Wise
Jolanta Galloway
Eileen Gately
VP Boyle
Matthew Paulini
Celeste Howe
Laurie Rose Savage
Marisa Kirby
Rico Peterson
Josephine Kinsella
Janna Cardia
Anne B. Kiefer
Maria Kennedy
William Todd Maddox
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