Jan 5, 2009 | Concerts, News, Performances
The cast of DIRTY DANCING puts on a variety show to benefit the Joffrey Ballet. Produced by Kaitlin Hopkins, who plays Marjorie Houseman in DIRTY DANCING, the benefit features performances by most of the cast, all doing material of their own choosing. Adam writes and performs a number especially for the occasion: “By Way of Introduction,” where he introduces himself as an actor who sings … surrounded by this cast of dazzlingly stellar dancers. Joining Adam in performing the song are DIRTY DANCING cast members Lauralyn McClelland, Charlie Logan, and Easton Smith, with choreography by Easton Smith. The event is hosted by Joffrey alumna Britta Lazenga (Penny in DIRTY DANCING) and Gary Lynch (Moe Pressman in DIRTY DANCING).
Oct 19, 2008 | Theater
Adam plays Neil Kellerman, heir to the Kellerman’s resort, in this stage adaptation of one of the most successful films in history! After record-breaking productions in the West End, Australia and Europe, DIRTY DANCING arrives in America for a year-long national tour, beginning in Chicago.
About the show: On vacation in New York’s Catskill Mountains with her older sister and parents, Frances “Baby” Houseman shows little interest in the resort activities, and instead discovers her own entertainment when she stumbles upon the staff quarters when an all-night dance party is in full swing. Mesmerized by the sensual dance moves and the pounding rhythms, Baby can’t wait to be a part of the scene, especially when she catches sight of Johnny Castle, the resort’s dance instructor. Baby’s life is about to change forever as she is thrown in at the deep end as Johnny’s leading lady both on-stage and off. Show and ticket info
Aug 1, 2008 | Readings & Workshops
Adam plays the role of Trent, along with other characters, in this new a cappella ensemble musical about life in, on and around the subways in New York City.
Tickets, info, and video available at the York Theatre website.
IN TRANSIT will feature Ryan Thomas Dunn (Camelot with New York Philharmonic) as Chris, Hannah Laird (Disney’s Finding Nemo: The Musical) as Ali, beat-boxer Adam Matta (Bobby McFerrin at Carnegie Hall) as Boxman, Adam Overett (Light in the Piazza, B’way and Nat’l tour) as Trent, Ann Sanders (Avenue Q, Beauty and the Beast) as Regina, Graham Stevens (Carmen with New York City Opera) as Nate and Denise Summerford (Taboo, The Rocky Horror Show) as Jane. W. Brent Sawyer (Naked Boys Singing) is the musical director and the director is Joe Calarco (Sarah Plain and Tall, Artistic Associate at Signature Theater in VA). By Kristen Anderson-Lopez, James-Allen Ford, Russell M. Kaplan & Sara Wordsworth. Additional material by Greg Christopher & Karla Momberger.
Jul 1, 2008 | Readings & Workshops
Adam plays the role of Trent, along with other characters, in a week-long developmental workshop at the O’Neill Theater Center of this new a cappella ensemble musical about life in, on and around the subways in New York City. The cast also includes Ryan Thomas Dunn (Camelot with New York Philharmonic) as Chris, Hannah Laird (Disney’s Finding Nemo: The Musical) as Ali, beat-boxer Adam Matta (Bobby McFerrin at Carnegie Hall) as Boxman, Ann Sanders (Avenue Q, Beauty and the Beast) as Regina, Graham Stevens (Carmen with New York City Opera) as Nate and Denise Summerford (Taboo, The Rocky Horror Show) as Jane. W. Brent Sawyer (Naked Boys Singing) is the musical director and the director is Joe Calarco (Sarah Plain and Tall, Artistic Associate at Signature Theater in VA). By Kristen Anderson-Lopez, James-Allen Ford, Russell M. Kaplan & Sara Wordsworth. Additional material by Greg Christopher & Karla Momberger.
Jun 12, 2008 | News, Performances, Theater
Adam performs the song “Women Leave” with Mick Bleyer at the BMI Workshop Showcase at the Snapple Theater Center. The song, by Sara Wordsworth (lyrics) and LInda Dowdell (music), is from their musical CHINADOLL OVERDRIVE, adapted from the play by Michael P. Hidalgo. Michael Bush directs and Craig Baldwin accompanies on piano.
Watch on YouTube!
