START CLICKING YOUR HEELS !
THE SMASH OFF-B'WAY SHOW JUDY AND ME RETURNS!
FOR A FOUR WEEK LIMITED ENGAGEMENT!
Just in time for Gay Pride (and back by popular demand) is Peter Mac's critically acclaimed Judy and Me. The show described as "the gay play that requires only a heart and humor to enjoy -- regardless of one's own life or lifestyle." A four week limited engagement of this popular autobiographical comedy/drama is set beginning on June 5th, 2008.
Judy and Me recounts the true story of sixteen-year old "Anthony," trapped in the narrow-minded suburb of Elmont, Long Island -- the real hometown of playwright Peter Mac. An outcast at his jock high school, Sewanhaka (unfortunately still standing in Floral Park, NY), Anthony is the daily target of verbal and physical abuse from his classmates. Things are equally tenuous at home, where his father is a walking time bomb and a constant source of pain to Anthony and his mother. The teen finds his only escape in the music and entertainment of the legendary Judy Garland, who comes to life before his very eyes, helping him through his daily struggles with encouragement, wit, and strength. Through his passion for (and camaraderie with) Garland, Anthony learns to deal with his dysfunctional family, his horrible school life, and the realization that he's gay.
Judy and Me originally premiered in January 2002 at Rose's Turn in what was planned as a four-performance engagement. Instead, the booking continued through 2004 including a move to the Arthur Seelen Theatre and The Producers Club. It was received rapturously by both the public and critics in productions in and out of Manhattan. In HX critic Jonathan Warman defined the play as "a dizzy, happy upward spiral of joy!" John Hoglund of Backstage praised it as "a warmhearted compelling outing with human issues that has legs!". Other's marveled at Mac's portrayal of the legendary rainbow diva. "Judy Garland lives! Peter Mac is brilliant"- Joe Franklin. The show received a nomination from HX magazine for Best Gay Themed play of 2003.
Judy and Me tackles both issues of homophobia and domestic abuse. It also delves into the reasons for Garland's everlasting and cross-generational appeal -- both in and out of the gay community. Previews begin on Thursday June 5th. The shows official opening night is Sunday June 8th. The show plays every Thursday through Sunday through June 29th. One special Monday evening show will be performed
on June 30th. All shows are at 8:00 P.M. Doors open at 7:30 PM At The Producers Club, Royal Theatre, 358 West 44th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues). All tickets are $25.00 and may be reserved by calling (718) 290-0660. Tickets can also be purchased at
www.Theatermania.com.
Judy and Me stars handsome newcomer Anthony Martinez with Elyse Beyer, Jean Anne Kump, Chris McCabe, Basil Meola and featuring Peter Mac as Judy Garland. Judy and Me is directed by Charles Tolliver.
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