ughh. Logan Culwell-Block A CT bill would expand it. The musical features an original score by Tony Award winner David Yazbeck (The Band's Visit, The Full Monty, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn (13; Dame Edna, Back with a Vengeance), choreography by Tony Award nominee Denis Jones (Holiday Inn, Honeymoon in Vegas), music direction by Andrea Grody (The Band's Visit), and directed by nine-time Tony Award nominee and Olivier Award winner Scott Ellia (She Loves Me, On the Twentieth Century). Although this national touring production that is currently playing at the Durham Performing Arts Center through October 24th is non-equity. The female cast are backed by an all-female band, the "Ladies in Waiting." The musical earned 11 Tony nominations, also winning Best Book for Horn. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. And Robert Horn is really just hilarious. Michael Dorsey/Dorothy Michaels: Drew Becker An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. Michael doesnt have that problem; he really is talented. As Dorothy, Becker instinctively grasps the charm and compassion inherent in the character; his performance, like Hoffmans, is reminiscent of Jack Lemmons as Daphne in the 1959 Billy Wilder classic Some Like It Hot, which Lemmon said was based on his mother. Now is the time to listen, learn, stand with the voices of change, and move forward together.". The cast he's assembled all does justice to the great material they're working with from Robert Horn's script to David Yazbeck's musical score. Make-Up Design: Angela Avallone. 30 Following. Remember, there are a lot of areas in the country that are already starting to open up again (wrongly, it seems, but that doesn't change the fact that they are) and a non-union tour that frankly doesn't have to worry about Equity stepping in and making sure everything is 100% clear, playing to some of these markets seems reasonable by the fall. Based on the story by DON McGUIRE and LARRY GELBART Tootsie runs through March 20, 2022, at ASU Gammage, 1200 S. Forest Avenue, Tempe AZ. Most audience members wouldn't be able to notice the difference between equity and non-equity talent as there is sometimes little to no difference in skill level and professionalism. The ensemble includes Leyla Ali, Connor Allston, Darius Aushay, Lexi Baldachino, Michael Bingham, Kyra Christopher, Delaney Gold, Danielle J.S. Chicago on Broadway Ticket. Total Pay: $25,200.00 - $35,700.00 for an estimated 42 weeks of work. ", Drew Becker as Michael Dorsey in "Tootsie. We all know that theatre will be among the last businesses to reopen, but touring will probably be the last of the last. TRIBUTE opens at Desiderio's Dinner Theatre October 13 at Bobby J's American Grill AMERICAN SON presented by Ujima NOTE NEW OPENING DATE! Call it the most uproarious new musical in years! (The Hollywood Reporter). It seems that normal is far away yet! These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. "I grew up seeing shows all the time, at both the Bushnell and the Shubert in New Haven. In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll, raves Rolling Stone. Special thanks to Troika Ent., the Tootsie team, Marissa, Mom and Dad. For more information on the tour, visit tootsiemusical.com . GrantGrant said: "I hope not, I was really looking forward to seeing this tour."Agreed. The lounge, featuring three stages, hosts a variety of live musical performances every night by local artists. The trouble with Tootsie isI guess I just didn't care from the start. Why in the heck should this thing tour at all?I'm amazed this thing actually had road producers wanting to actually boook it. Our website is made possible bydisplaying online advertisements to our visitors. I got upset this wasn't coming to Philly and was planning on maybe taking a trip to the nearest stop. The First National Tour of Tootsie will launch October 10, 2021 at Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, NY. Directed by DAVE SOLOMON The Ensemble are Leyla Ali, Connor Alston, Darius Aushay, Michael Bingham, Kyra Christopher, Delaney Gold, Danielle J.S. Kad said: "HogansHero said: "are you folks seriously laboring under the mis-impression that ANY tour is going out this fall? Call it TOOTSIE! There will be Equity Chorus Calls on Jan. 9 and 10. Original Broadway Direction by SCOTT ELLIS, CAST The National Tour of Tootsie is produced and managed by TROIKA Entertainment. TheatreWorks USA presents the family-friendly production at New World Stages. Hair & Wig Design: Paul Huntley HogansHero said: "are you folks seriously laboring under the mis-impression that ANY tour is going out this fall? The first National Tour of the dynamic musical comedy, "Tootsie," will be at Des Moines Performing Arts, Feb. 8-13, on the Civic Center stage. We and our partners share information on your use of this website to help improve your experience. This is a public FB status update, so:https://www.facebook.com/nchernicoff/posts/10216375791015588?__tn__=H-R, are you folks seriously laboring under the mis-impression that ANY tour is going out this fall? Broadway61004 said: "Kad said: "HogansHero said: "are you folks seriously laboring under the mis-impression that ANY tour is going out this fall? Meet the Cast of SWEENEY TODD, Now in Previews on Broadway! "Theres nothing quite like the power and the passion of Broadway music. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Cast photo dump because the tootsie cast are literally best! I would have assumed, given how especially fickle theatre is, everyone would want to be part of a union"Not when show business itself is a contract to contractbased business. Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek The new piece explores the effects of mass media with a story about a family tasked with filling the airwaves of a small-town TV station in 1959. 113. High quality Tootsie-inspired gifts and merchandise. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF's Matt De Rogatis Takes Over Our Instagram Today! The bulk of our work is in Theatrical and Architectural lighting design, although I occasionally branch out into other disciplines. The tour, equity or not, should be postponed until 2021-2022. I cant believe youd review the show without addressing any of that. Her play. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Oh look, another movie turned musical no one was asking for! Set. She has an extensive background in theater. $73.08. Tootsie's Orchid Lounge is a renowned honky-tonk bar located behind the iconic Ryman Auditorium. It does not store any personal data. The music supervisors are Andrea Grody and Dean Sharenow with vocal and incidental arrangements by Andrea Grody, dance arrangements by David Chase, orchestrations by Simon Hale, and music coordination by Talitha Fehr. Share this: Email Print More During the 2018-19 theater season the last full season before the pandemic unionized touring shows grossed $1.6 billion and. Becker is paired with a dynamite Juliet in Ashley Alexandra. "I was working on a musical version of '9 to 5,' another early 80s hit comedy, when I first got involved. Original Broadway Director: Scott Ellis You can pick up Tootsie - The Musical tickets in select cities like Charlotte, Houston, and even Fort Lauderdale. Even a time-honored sentiment like a declaration of love for Dorothy Shes so friggin sexy / And so friggin smart / Shes made me an actor / Shes built like a tractor earns a laugh by turning musical tradition on its head. "-random woman behind me at Next to Normal Photos "Aint Too Proud, Hadestown and Oklahoma are all equity. Andrew Gans I'll always remember 'A Chorus Line' coming through to the Shubert and I loved it," he said. Music Director: Andrew David Sotomayor The cast of the National Tour of TOOTSIE. Payton Reilly as Michaels friend Sandy Lester was also a comic favorite with the audience, especially as she shares her own nightmares about bad auditions. Does Equity want more safety precautions or something? The tour is produced and managed by TROIKA Entertainment. Having been born and raised in Northeast Ohio, Jeffrey took interest in live theater at age 11. The Tootsie tour casting breakdown that was sent out by Binder Casting yesterday was intended to help us receive more submissions from non-white performers. A Christmas Carol announces Scrooges for U.S. productions. EQUITY TOURS 1776 Ain't Too Proud Aladdin Beetlejuice Clue Live on Stage Come From Away Company Dear Evan Hansen Frozen Funny Girl Luckily, it is now out on tour, and Durham just so happens to be its second stop. VIDEO: FUNNY GIRL Announces Broadway Closing; New Performance Montage, McClure, Kritzer, Brightman, & Iglehart to Lead SPAMALOT. [Equity] HAIRSPRAY- National Tour (through June 25, 2023) A new North American tour of the hit musical Hairspray, led by original director Jack O'Brien and choreographer Jerry Mitchell. Gordon, Maverick Hiu, Dominique Kempf, Ashton Lambert, Marquez Linder, Lucy Panush, and Alec Ruiz. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Book: Robert Horn "Tootsie" will be staged at the Bushnell Feb. 21-26. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. Sound Design: Brian Ronan As the young actress, Julie Nichols, Alexandra serenades Dorothy with the gently tuneful There Was John, recounting her long-ago choice of ambition over love. Yet the focus remains on the relationships Michael forms as Dorothy, and the way that viewing life through the eyes of a woman helps him grow emotionally, despite the dishonesty of his masquerade. In turn, Equity can reject or accept this application based on the overall package. We all know that theatre will be among the last businesses to reopen, but touring will probably be the last of the last. Regional Credits: Williamstown Theatre Festival; Studio Theatre. pic.twitter.com/xQBs0P1RQN, In a statement, Troika said "As was outlined in the initial casting breakdown, all roles in the national tour of TOOTSIE are open to people of all ethnicities. The design team includes original scenic designer David Rockwell, tour scenic designer Christine Peters, costume designer William Ivey Long, associate costume designer Christopher Vergara, lighting designer Donald Holder, associate lighting designers Vivien Leone & Coby Chasman-Beck and assistant lighting designer Colleen Doherty, sound designer Brian Ronan, associate sound designer Cody Spencer, hair and wig design by Paul Huntley, assistant hair and wig designer Loryn Pretorius. A friend of mine just posted on Facebook how disappointed he was that Tootsie, which was supposed to go out as Equity this fall has scrapped those plans and will now start out non-union. Dance Arrangements: David Chase Costume Design: William Ivey Long The iconic organizationbest known for supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people, parents, families and allieswas founded in March 1973. Audiences are just loving it. LizzieCurry said: "This is a public FB status update, so:https://www.facebook.com/nchernicoff/posts/10216375791015588?__tn__=H-R"While I completely understand being upset at this and it's completely shady and ridiculous, given that 50,000+ Equity members are out of work right now and are going to be looking for jobs whenever things reopen, not sure if blasting any show as "transphobic crap" (whether accurate or not) is the smartest business decision one could make. Director: Dave Solomon I was under the impression it was bonded, and considering several people indicating that had active offers, I assumed that it was. Some haulers caught, Arming guidance counselors? Tootsie,the hilarious Tony Award-winning musical, is comingto Segerstrom Center for a limited two-week engagement from May 31 to June 12. Tootsie is it!. Thanks for your comment, Anna. But, obviously even before the pandemic it was successful and getting laughs, he said. "I think Troika does both equity and non equity tours. Indeed, most of the musical numbers exploit this line of tongue-in-cheek irony and genuine respect for the sincerity of the characters feelings. TOOTSIE is based on the story by Don McGuire and Larry Gelbart and the Columbia Pictures Motion Picture produced by Punch Productions and starring Dustin Hoffman. Tootsie plays through December 12, 2021, at The National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC. A Chorus Line. UPDATE: On Saturday, June 2, Binder Casting released a statement about a recent casting breakdown for the upcoming non-Equity tour of TOOTSIE. The bond between the sisters effectively and literally takes the spotlight. Directed by Scott Ellis, Tootsie opened on Broadway April 23, 2019, with a cast headed by Santino Fontana, who won a Tony for his performance, and Tony nominee Lilli Cooper. Glad i saw the full OBC last year right after it opened (then bumped into Sarah Stiles on the street a few weeks later who was lovely), Here's the link to her post, Broadway Buddy:https://www.instagram.com/p/B_zptG4DGjD/. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". T-shirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and m. ", While adapting beloved movies for the stage isnt always a sure thing, Robert Horn, who wrote the show, won a Tony for Best Book for Tootsie. Santino Fontana, who will be starring in Solomons upcoming movie "Brenda and Billy and the Pothos Plant," also won a Tony for playing the lead in Tootsie., "It worked immediately from Chicago to Broadway. The reports of the previous years were great and 2019 was showing that the tourism development seemed unstoppable. There are no qualifications. for rehearsals; $850/wk. Tootsie (Yazbek) Non-Equity National Tour (2021) Overview Recordings Photos Audio Clips Tootsie Non-Equity National Tour (2021) Back to Show Credits Highlights See full list Cast See full list Musical Numbers No songs listed for this production yet. LOL"Seriously. "This is very true - however, it seems pretty obvious that some parts of this country will love it. Call it TOOTSIE! | Supervising Music Director, Vocal & Incidental Arrangements: Andrea Grody That's what I thought would happen as soon as the facts of the switch to non-Eq was announced. The cast also includes Payton Reilly as Sandy Lester, Lukas James Miller as Max Von Horn, Jared David Michael Grant as Jeff Slater, Kathy Halenda as Rita Marshall, Steve Brustien as Stan Fields, and Adam du Plessis as Ron Carlisle. The cast is terrific. Website by, Tootsie on tour at the National Theatre is a triumph. texasperformingarts.org. The logistics of tours only playing cities that are deciding to open prematurely would be a nightmare and more than likely wouldnt be worth it financially. We all know that theatre will be among the last businesses to reopen, but touring will probably be the last of the last. not sure if blasting any show as "transphobic crap" (whether accurate or not) is the smartest business decision one could make.It's not smart and the show is not transphobic in the least, whomever says that has never seen it. Desperate and out-of-work, Michael makes a last-ditch effort at making his dreams come trueby disguising himself as actress Dorothy Michaels. Although I never mentioned salaries, he mentioned per diums. There ARE provisions for pulling the plug on a show, so I am curious to see where this falls with AEA membership and I am REALLY curious - and scared - to see the numbers that made them make this choice and I bet a hefty portion of the blame for this goes to the local presenters and not just squarely on Troika's shoulders. As Michael's love interest, Julie Nichols, Ashley Alexandra offers a likeable presence as well as a killer belt in two of her big numbers: 'I'm Alive' in Act I and 'Gone, Gone, Gone' in Act II. Stan Fields: Steve Brustien Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. Cast as Romeos brother in the star-crossed stage musical, he never misses a chance to strip. Casting has been revealed for the upcoming National Tour of the musical comedy Tootsie, including Drew Becker as Michael Dorsey, Ashley Alexandra as Julie Nichols.. If you're not working as an actor, it's not like your actors' union status means anythingoutside of show business,except theability to be seen at Union auditions. T-shirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more, designed and sold by independent artists around the world. If you're not too familiar with the original movie, you should still have a great time watching this. DB Bonds); Regional: Clifford Bradshaw in Cabaret (JET). Really low in my opinion. However, the show sadly didn't end up doing so well in the long run as it ended up closing on January 5th, 2020 after 293 performances at a loss of $10,000,000. Yet unlike Hoffmans movie character, this plays Dorothy has to sing, and Becker delivers her numbers with brio, yet the numbers are often undercut with parody: for example, when Dorothy bursts into I Wont Let You Down, an anthem that builds and builds, in the background, Donald Holders lighting design gets hotter and hotter so hilariously over-the-top hot, that David Rockwells clever scenery threatens to burst into flames. Fifty years later celebrity performers, presenters, and honorees joined PFLAG leaders, allies, advocates, and corporate leaders to celebrate PFLAGs historic impact. In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll, raves Rolling Stone. The dynamic Kathy Halenda is excellent as the ultimate Broadway producer Rita Marshall. The director character, Ron Carlisle (Adam du Plessis), is driven to therapy in typical Manhattan fashion by this dramaturgical journey through madness. Sign up for reopening news, announcements, and exclusive discounts on tickets to your favorite shows! Cynthia Collins, co-founder and assistant artistic director of Actors Theatre of Indiana, joined us Tuesday on "Life. As such, we specifically put out a breakdown seeking persons of color to submit for every principal role in the hope we'd receive more such submissions so we could then present a diverse range of talent, which has always been the mandate of the creative team, who were unaware the breakdown had been released. DOUBTERS MAY JUST HAVE THEIR HEARTS THAWED.". I understand everyone has to start somewhere but the last Hairspray tour had a few "older"actors in the mix. Thanks. CT proposal causes confusion, concern. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tours to You strives to provide accurate information. I'm not at all saying that I agree with any of this, but I could easily see a non-equity tour playing Missouri, Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona, etc. ", Payton Reilly as Sandy Lester and Drew Becker as Michael Dorsey in "Tootsie. Although this national touring production that is currently playing at the Durham Performing Arts Center through October 24th is non-equity. Tootsie (Non-Equity) National Tour Schedule & Production History Tootsie (Non-Equity) Show Information This New York Times Critic's Pick tells the story of Michael Dorsey, an. Gone Female Trio: Leyla Ali, Delaney Gold, Dominique Kempf Tootsie at the National Theatre updates the film as an all-singing, all-dancing, all-laughing musical comedy. The production closed January 5, 2020, after 25 previews and 293 regular performances at the Marquis Theatre. For tickets and information, please visit www.asugammage.com or call 480-965-3434. (I have always been curious about this and "luckily" for him he got a really nosy person asking him the questions.) The comedy musical based on the famous movie shines with romantic insanity. "We are facing as yet undetermined existential crises. I'm a tour operator myself and I have to admit that the healthier the Tourism industry is, the better I can plan my future and feel confident that all the losses I had to take last year will be recovered. and the COLUMBIA PICTURES motion picture produced by PUNCH PRODUCTIONS and starring DUSTIN HOFFMAN March 4, 2023, By Additional: Pays $600/wk. Tootsie National Tour: Equity Production Scrapped, to start non-union? The per diem seemed low also. Tootsie plays through December 12, 2021, at The National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC. The director character, Ron Carlisle (Adam du Plessis), is driven to therapy in typical Manhattan fashion by this dramaturgical journey through madness. I hope not, I was really looking forward to seeing this tour. Video: Go Inside Rehearsal for CAMELOT on Broadway, "everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace.". Photo courtesy of "Tootsie" national tour marketing How can a talented actor whose arrogance ultimately gets him blacklisted continue to pursue his dream career? I'm not a USPS employee who's part of Union AND going to work in that job/field every dayfor years on end. Broadway Choreography: Denis Jones Tootsie is a horrible show that lost its investment on broadway. for . Assistant Dance Captain: Ashton Lambert, CREATIVE TEAM The first national tour of the Tony-nominated musical Tootsie launches October 10 at Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, New York. Tootsie - Broadway at The National Tootsie December 7 - 12, 2021 Buy Tickets CRITIC'S PICK! The mechanics behind it- a large group of people working closely together, moving from city to city to large venues that then draw in thousands of people from a broad surrounding area- are mind-boggling to reconcile with COVID-related safety.I think the issue is moot: this tour, and any tour, will not be happening for a long time. The genre-defying work has transferred to Off-Broadway's The Shed. Solomon added that he was the associate director for Scott Ellis, who directed it on Broadway. Ensemble: Leyla Ali, Connor Alston,Darius Aushay,Michael Bingham,Kyra Christopher, Delaney Gold,Danielle J.S. The statement reads: "Let's just face it,. Ashley Alexandra plays sympathetic Julie, the actress with whom Michael becomes smitten (while masquerading as a woman). Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. VIDEO: FUNNY GIRL Announces Broadway Closing; New Performance Montage, McClure, Kritzer, Brightman, & Iglehart to Lead SPAMALOT. Dorothy takes it with good humor (perhaps age has given her wisdom), and the two of them have some strikingly comic scenes together, which I will not ruin for you by describing. The play becomes Juliets Nurse; and Craig, like the actor who plays him, falls for the Nurse instead of for Juliet. For tickets call the box office at 800-514-3849 or purchase them online. He began directing the national tour in 2021 and said hes excited to bring the show to his home state. Jared David Michael Grant as Michaels bestie, Jeff Slater, has a jovial, outgoing style; and as a friend, hes not afraid to tell Michael when he has screwed up, as in his epic soliloquy, Jeff Sums It Up.. Jeff Slater: Jared David Michael Grant Featuring a hilarious Tony-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek (The Bands Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critics Pick is a joyful delight (The Washington Post) thats so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical! (Bloomberg). Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The new musical features a book by Adam Rapp and music and lyrics by Jamestown Revival and Justin Levine. I am big. Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. When Jeff meets Dorothy for the first time, he declares her Faye Dunaway as a gym coach. And when Michael, in costume as Dorothy, asks Jeff if he looks heavy, Jeff diplomatically replies: You look difficult to abduct.. HUSKY Health is helping immigrants. But Troika is also producing the MFL tour, and it has Equity actors in it. The company behind current Oscar nominee Everything Everywhere All at Once seems to have rescued the historic venue. "I want to meet him after and bang him! It's still relevant. He's a New York actor who ends up actually fixing this bad show and connecting with the people and learning from the experience. Please consider supporting us bywhitelisting playbill.com with your ad blocker.Thank you! Sharing an article on the topic for anyone who wants to read more about it. It's mind-blowing," Solomon said. Its the REVIVALS that got small. Suzie: Dominique Kempf Moving forward, Binder will further work to clarify statements on our breakdowns letting actors and representation know what our casting goals are-what we're seeking, specifically in terms of diversity and inclusion, and what we want to achieve. For the current itinerary, visit TootsieMusical.com. High quality Tootsie-inspired gifts and merchandise. The mechanics behind it- a large group of people working closely together, moving from city to city to large venues that then draw in thousands of people from a broad surrounding area- are mind-boggling to reconcile with COVID-related safety.I think the issue is moot: this tour, and any tour, will not be happening for a long time. Meg Masseron, The Joyce Theatre has announced that effective March 27, 2023, it will lift its mask requirements for all visitors inside the theater. SouthernCakes, don't blame Troika for that - blame the ROAD PRESENTERS. I don't even know if Tours will happen this year judging by the outlook of how people are attending vaccination rollout. Tootsie. The chief difference being that on *most* AEA tour tiers, you are given a choice of two company hotels and a choice to share a room or have your own room your choice determines how much Per Diem you receive as the housing cost is deducted or you may take the full Per Diem and find your own housing. As Michael/Dorothy, Drew Becker earns both laughs and cheersas Michael, he is at his best in scenes with roommate Jeff (a winning Jared David Michael Grant), scoring laughs with both his antic physicality and rapid-fire whining. I would have assumed, given how especially fickle theatre is, everyone would want to be part of a union. Today the production officially revealed full casting for the upcoming tour. Tootsie is based on the story by Don McGuire and Larry Gelbart and the Columbia Pictures Motion Picture produced by Punch Productions and starring Dustin Hoffman. Solomon added that when the show later returned to the Bushnell he grabbed some friends to see the show again. Shameful. Ashley Alexandra as Julie, Tootsie National Tour (Photo by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade) The tour will also play in Costa Mesa at Segerstrom Center for the Performing Arts from May 31 - June 12 2022. With original Broadway choreography by Denis Jones, tour scenic design by Christine Peters (original scenic design for Broadway was by David Rockwell), lighting design by Donald Holder, sound design by Brian Ronan, and costume design by William Ivey Long, Tootsie is a triumph.
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