FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, presents Andrew Rannells, Patti Murin, Ben Rappaport and many more in StageDoorDish.com Presents Unexpected Songs on September 5 at 7pm. Join some of Broadway’s standout stars as they insert unexpected songs into their favorite musicals. Imagine if Perchik sang Magic!’s “Rude” when Tevye tried to forbid his engagement to Hodel in Fiddler on the Roof or if Ogie sang Bruno Mars’ “Marry You” to Dawn in Waitress instead of “I Love You Like A Table”! Each performer will have a brief interview about their favorite musical, act out their Unexpected Song’s lead-in scene, and then sing their hearts out. Enjoy some laughter and fun with your favorite Broadway performers in this unique one-night-only event. The event is co-produced by StageDoorDish.com editor-in-chief Samantha Stephens and Fiddler on the Roof star Michael Bernardi. All proceeds will benefit Muddy Paws Rescue NYC.
Performers include: Alex Boniello (Spring Awakening), Max Chernin (Bright Star), Caitlin Donohue (1001 Nights: A Love Story About Loving Stories), Lauren Elder (Side Show), Megan Kane (Gay Bride of Frankenstein, God’s Country), Kate Loprest (Xanadu, First Date), Patti Murin (Fly By Night, Lysistrata Jones), Tess Primack (Fiddler on the Roof), Andrew Rannells (Falsettos, The Book of Mormon), Ben Rappaport (Picnic, Fiddler on the Roof), Noah Weisberg (Diner, Elf:The Musical), Aaron Young (Fiddler on the Roof) and more to be announced!
StageDoorDish.com Presents Unexpected Songs plays Feinstein’s/54 Below (254 West 54th Street) on September 5 at 7pm. Doors open at 5:15pm. There is a $35-$45 cover charge and $25 food and beverage minimum. Tickets and information are available at www.54Below.com. Tickets on the day of performance after 4:00 are only available by calling (646) 476-3551.
MORE ABOUT STAGEDOORDISH.COM
The mission of StageDoorDish.com is to bridge the gap between theatre fans and their favorite performers. Founder and editor-in-chief Samantha Stephens, an award-winning journalist, was inspired by her professional and personal passion for all things theatre and created StageDoorDish.com as a place for fans to feel their voice is heard and for artists to share more deeply about their projects and passions. By featuring in-depth interviews with prominent and rising stage stars, continuously finding ways to give fans a backstage look into some of their favorite shows and publishing original feature stories written from the perspective of dedicated theatre fans, StageDoorDish.com strives towards the site’s mission to highlight the unique relationship between audience and artist within the theatre community.
MORE ABOUT MUDDY PAWS RESCUE NYC
Muddy Paws Rescue, Incorporated is an organization dedicated to rescuing adoptable animals from “high kill” shelters and placing as many animals as possible into wonderful forever homes. There is a thorough application process including vet and personal reference checks, lease requirements, and home checks for adopters to ensure that animals are being placed with good families. This in turn ensures that the return rate stays low. Support is provided to adopters throughout the application process and post-adoption to help facilitate the transition for both the dog and the adopter. Muddy Paws Rescue creates a welcoming, warm community for potential adopters and volunteers through thorough communication and a supportive environment.
MORE ABOUT FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW
54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club, and Michael Feinstein, one of the world’s great musical artists, have united to give New York an unparalleled destination for entertainment and dining. Feinstein’s/54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, is the performance venue in the grand tradition of New York City nightlife. A few blocks from the heart of Times Square and just below the legendary Studio 54, Feinstein’s/54 Below is a classically designed state-of-the art nightclub in the theatre district that hosts audiences with warmth and style. Feinstein’s/54 Below presents iconic and rising stars from the worlds of Broadway and popular music. The venue provides a food and beverage menu from early evening through the wee hours of the morning that is worthy of the world-class entertainment on the stage. In their description of the venue, The New York Times writes Feinstein’s/54 Below “has the intimacy of a large living room with unimpeded views and impeccable sound; there is not a bad seat. Its sultry after-hours ambience is enhanced by brocade- patterned wall panels planted with orange-shaded lanterns. And the atmosphere is warmer and sexier than in Manhattan’s other major supper clubs.” Located at 254 West 54th Street, Feinstein’s/54 Below features up to three shows nightly with cover charges ranging from $15-$105. Visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins for additional info.