They don't always get the limelight, but amongst the many teens and twenty-somethings in the SA cast, there lies two lone "Adults" who incredibly pull off multi-character performances every night. Angela Reed, who plays "The Adult Women," recently turned the big 4-0 and the Bitch of Living boys decided to seranade her with their own rendition of "The Bitch of 40." Enjoy this riff on a classic SA tune. Lyrics by Adult Man understudy Todd Cerveris.
Video
6/30/09
Contest: A pair of tickets to give away for DC
Hey guys,
Brightest Young Things, the blogsite to go to for cool events and concerts in the DC area, is giving away a pair of premium tickets for the July 14th performance of Spring Awakening at the Kennedy Center.
All you have to do is go to the site and leave a comment, detailing one time you felt "Totally Fucked." Should be fun to read other people's entries as well.
Best entry will win it. Deadline is Monday, July 6th. Do it today!
Go here now: http://www.brightestyoungthings.com/misc-awesome/ticket-giveaway-spring-awakening/
Brightest Young Things, the blogsite to go to for cool events and concerts in the DC area, is giving away a pair of premium tickets for the July 14th performance of Spring Awakening at the Kennedy Center.
All you have to do is go to the site and leave a comment, detailing one time you felt "Totally Fucked." Should be fun to read other people's entries as well.
Best entry will win it. Deadline is Monday, July 6th. Do it today!
Go here now: http://www.brightestyoungthings.com/misc-awesome/ticket-giveaway-spring-awakening/
6/26/09
What's The Matter With You, Melchior??
The cast spent their first week in Baltimore trapped inside the beautiful Hippodrome theatre in rehearsals, bringing Jake Epstein and Krista Pioppi up to speed. Rehearsing during the day, performing at night--leaving the cast exhausted and just a little loopy. While they wanted to take in more of Baltimore, they were stuck coming up with ways to entertain themselves including coming up with Kyle's brand new reality show aptly titled "What's The Problem with You Melchior" - a true life, in depth look into the trials, tribulations, and love troubles of a young star. Guest stars include Blake Bashoff, Gabby garza, Kimiko Glenn, and many others of the wonderful Spring Awakening cast.
Video 1
Video 1
Spring Awakening at Kennedy Center On Stage Seats plus Discount!
Attention people in DC:
Stage seats are now on sale ($35 each). Not many people know about this yet. They are only available at the box office or by phone at 202-467-4600 (or Toll-free 800-444-1324).
$25 tickets to select performances JUST went on sale at 10 a.m. this morning to members of the ATTEND program. Anyone between the ages of 17-25 can join for free at: http://www.kennedy-center.org/tickets/attend/
PLUS please pass this on using the Share on Facebook button below, etc:
Orchestra tickets for only $49 for the following performances:
Tue, Jul 7, 2009 7:30 PM
Wed, Jul 8, 2009 7:30 PM
Thu, Jul 9, 2009 7:30 PM
Offer subject to availability. Not valid in combination with any other offer. Not valid on previously purchased tickets. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Service fees may apply.
Ticket purchase info:
(202) 467-4600 / Toll-free (800) 444-1324 / TTY (202) 416-8524 / Groups (202) 416-8400
The Kennedy Center Box Office is located at 2700 F Street NW, D.C. 20566.
The nearest Metro stop is Foggy Bottom-GWU.
Use the code ‘SPRING’
Mention offer code ‘SPRING’ to receive your discount at the Box Office or charge by phone (202) 467-4600, or enter code for online orders.
Direct link = kennedy-center.org/spring
Stage seats are now on sale ($35 each). Not many people know about this yet. They are only available at the box office or by phone at 202-467-4600 (or Toll-free 800-444-1324).
$25 tickets to select performances JUST went on sale at 10 a.m. this morning to members of the ATTEND program. Anyone between the ages of 17-25 can join for free at: http://www.kennedy-center.org/tickets/attend/
PLUS please pass this on using the Share on Facebook button below, etc:
Orchestra tickets for only $49 for the following performances:
Tue, Jul 7, 2009 7:30 PM
Wed, Jul 8, 2009 7:30 PM
Thu, Jul 9, 2009 7:30 PM
Offer subject to availability. Not valid in combination with any other offer. Not valid on previously purchased tickets. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Service fees may apply.
Ticket purchase info:
(202) 467-4600 / Toll-free (800) 444-1324 / TTY (202) 416-8524 / Groups (202) 416-8400
The Kennedy Center Box Office is located at 2700 F Street NW, D.C. 20566.
The nearest Metro stop is Foggy Bottom-GWU.
Use the code ‘SPRING’
Mention offer code ‘SPRING’ to receive your discount at the Box Office or charge by phone (202) 467-4600, or enter code for online orders.
Direct link = kennedy-center.org/spring
6/23/09
Kyle's Dream Part Two!
Kyle's Dream 2...Bananas Redux
The long awaited sequel to one of TotallyTruck's most popular video of all time. Kyle misses his Bananas. Will he be able to satiate his craving and make his Banana dream a reality before leaving the Spring Awakening National Tour? Not if his arch nemesis, 'Prop Guy' has anything to say about it! Join us as we celebrate Kyle's quirky antics during his final week on the Spring Awakening National Tour. Follow Kyle's journey 6/22 - 6/28 on his last stop in sunny Philadelphia by joining the National Tour's Twitter feed at WWW.TWITTER.COM/SPRINGTOUR.
In the meantime...Kyle's Dream THE SEQUEL!
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The long awaited sequel to one of TotallyTruck's most popular video of all time. Kyle misses his Bananas. Will he be able to satiate his craving and make his Banana dream a reality before leaving the Spring Awakening National Tour? Not if his arch nemesis, 'Prop Guy' has anything to say about it! Join us as we celebrate Kyle's quirky antics during his final week on the Spring Awakening National Tour. Follow Kyle's journey 6/22 - 6/28 on his last stop in sunny Philadelphia by joining the National Tour's Twitter feed at WWW.TWITTER.COM/SPRINGTOUR.
In the meantime...Kyle's Dream THE SEQUEL!
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Spring Awakening Upcoming Press in Philadelphia
DVR Alert!
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
10:15 am LIVE In Studio TV Interview and Performance – NBC 10!
Performance of “Don’t Do Sadness/Blue Wind” with Blake Bashoff and Steffi D.
Also, Blake and Steffi will do a Taped In Studio Radio Interview – Metro Network Radio
Interview with radio DJ Paul Perrello. Will air on 89.7 FM. Don't have the air time.
Also kind of cool: Jenna Bush came to see Spring Awakening in Baltimore. Got a mention in the Washington Post:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/06/19/AR2009061903242.html (the Jenna mention is at the bottom of the page)
Lastly, Christy Altomare got a big spread in the weekend edition of the Philadelphia Enquirer, as Phladelphia gets ready to welcome back their hometown girl. as she is opening in her hometown!
In this article in the Philadelphia Daily News, Christy talks about the stars aligning (she will celebrate her bday on her hometown) and acting as a tour guide for the cast. On her list: Cheesesteaks (of course LOL) and Rita's water ice! http://www.philly.com/dailynews/features/20090623_Birthday__role_and_opening_are_all_____aligned_for_Altomare.html
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
10:15 am LIVE In Studio TV Interview and Performance – NBC 10!
Performance of “Don’t Do Sadness/Blue Wind” with Blake Bashoff and Steffi D.
Also, Blake and Steffi will do a Taped In Studio Radio Interview – Metro Network Radio
Interview with radio DJ Paul Perrello. Will air on 89.7 FM. Don't have the air time.
Also kind of cool: Jenna Bush came to see Spring Awakening in Baltimore. Got a mention in the Washington Post:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/06/19/AR2009061903242.html (the Jenna mention is at the bottom of the page)
Lastly, Christy Altomare got a big spread in the weekend edition of the Philadelphia Enquirer, as Phladelphia gets ready to welcome back their hometown girl. as she is opening in her hometown!
In this article in the Philadelphia Daily News, Christy talks about the stars aligning (she will celebrate her bday on her hometown) and acting as a tour guide for the cast. On her list: Cheesesteaks (of course LOL) and Rita's water ice! http://www.philly.com/dailynews/features/20090623_Birthday__role_and_opening_are_all_____aligned_for_Altomare.html
6/19/09
Alert! More On -stage seats in Philly released.
The Kimmel Center has just released more on stage seats for performances from Fri 6/26th to Sun 6/28th--including Kyle's last show!
Tue and Wed onstage seats are now sold out. Three left for Thurs.
If you would like to purchase them, send an email to:
PhillyGuiltyOnes (at) gmail (dot) com.
Only one ticket per person. UPDATE: All onstage seats will now be assessed a $2 processing fee (regardless if paying by cash or credit card). $27 each.
If you would like to sit together with a friend, your friend should be CC'd to the email. Make sure to include each person's full name. You may request specific seats, but we cannot guarantee you will get them. First come first served.
Seats avail:
June 26 Fri - 8pm
AA 9
BB 1
BB 13
CC 1
CC 3
CC 13
CC 15
AA 10
June 27 Sat - 2pm
AA 3
AA 5
AA 7
AA 9
AA 13
BB 11
BB 13
CC 13
CC 15
AA 6
AA 8
AA 10
BB 6
June 27 Sat - 8pm
AA 9
AA 13
BB 11
BB 13
CC 5
CC 7
CC 13
CC 15
AA 8
AA 10
BB 6
BB 8
June 28 Sun - 1pm
AA 13
BB 1
BB 3
BB 11
BB 13
CC 1
CC 3
CC 5
CC 7
CC 13
CC 15
AA 6
AA 8
AA 10
BB 6
BB 12
BB 14
June 28 Sun – 6:30pm (Kyle's last)
AA 13
BB 1
BB 3
BB 5
BB 11
BB 13
CC 1
CC 3
CC 5
CC 7
CC 13
CC 15
AA 8
BB 6
BB 8
All Shall Know the Wonder.
Tue and Wed onstage seats are now sold out. Three left for Thurs.
If you would like to purchase them, send an email to:
PhillyGuiltyOnes (at) gmail (dot) com.
Only one ticket per person. UPDATE: All onstage seats will now be assessed a $2 processing fee (regardless if paying by cash or credit card). $27 each.
If you would like to sit together with a friend, your friend should be CC'd to the email. Make sure to include each person's full name. You may request specific seats, but we cannot guarantee you will get them. First come first served.
Seats avail:
June 26 Fri - 8pm
AA 9
BB 1
BB 13
CC 1
CC 3
CC 13
CC 15
AA 10
June 27 Sat - 2pm
AA 3
AA 5
AA 7
AA 9
AA 13
BB 11
BB 13
CC 13
CC 15
AA 6
AA 8
AA 10
BB 6
June 27 Sat - 8pm
AA 9
AA 13
BB 11
BB 13
CC 5
CC 7
CC 13
CC 15
AA 8
AA 10
BB 6
BB 8
June 28 Sun - 1pm
AA 13
BB 1
BB 3
BB 11
BB 13
CC 1
CC 3
CC 5
CC 7
CC 13
CC 15
AA 6
AA 8
AA 10
BB 6
BB 12
BB 14
June 28 Sun – 6:30pm (Kyle's last)
AA 13
BB 1
BB 3
BB 5
BB 11
BB 13
CC 1
CC 3
CC 5
CC 7
CC 13
CC 15
AA 8
BB 6
BB 8
All Shall Know the Wonder.
A Moment in Spring Awakening History
Some of you may already be following Lucas Well's blog, but this bears re-posting because on the historic day of Friday, May 29th, in Pittsburgh, PA, Lucas became the only person in Spring Awakening history to have played both the Moritz AND the Melchoir track. I'm sure you can only imagine his excitement when he got the news...
Here is an excerpt from his blog:
To MY surprise, I was not even shocked, or nervous. Just very anxious. I couldn’t wait to begin, and the only nerves I had was because I would be playing opposite one of my best friends in the world: Blake.
Before the show, I had excessive rehearsal, because there are technical things Melchior has to do that we cannot learn in rehearsals normally until you go on, and took care of that. By the time everything was said and done... I was standing behind the curtain, behind Steffi D, and in front of Blake when I felt a touch at my back, and Blake said some kind words of encouragement to keep me grounded and know that I was going to do great out there.
It went AMAZING. Blake and my chemistry was incredible. Christy and mine was also. I felt amazing vocally, and even better in the scene work. As I was doing the choreography on the platform under the florescent blue nights in MBN, for half a second I caught myself in awe of what I was actually doing. It was something I had only dreamt of doing in my life. Literally. I knew from the moment I saw the show that I would at some point play the role of Melchior, and it finally came true. After that brief moment, I pulled it back in, and reeled into the moment with Christy.
After everything was over... I walked off stage and softly began to cry a bit. I couldn’t believe I had just done what I did. I had now done something no one in Spring Awakening History has ever done before : play both the roles of Melchior and Moritz. Blake and Christy were there to greet me on the other side of the other side of the stage.
It was a surreal moment in my life.
Read the entire entry here: http://www.lucasandrewwells.com/LucasAndrewWells.com/Blog/Entries/2009/6/1_Oh%2C_So_Much....html
Congratulations, Lucas! We're so very proud of you!
This has been... "A Moment in Spring Awakening History."
6/18/09
The last of the Philly On stage seats. Get 'em!
There are very few onstage seats left for Philadelphia due to the large amount of guilty ones we have. We are now releasing Tuesday and Wednesday onstage seat tickets. Go get 'em!
1 ticket per person. $25 cash, check or credit card. Email PhillyGuiltyOnes@gmail.com to claim your seat. First come, first serve! You MUST email by Noon EST on Friday.
Tuesday Available seats:
AA 3, AA 5, AA 7, AA 9
AA 13
BB 1, BB 3, BB 5
BB 11, BB 13
CC 1, CC 3, CC 5, CC 7
CC 13, CC 15
AA 4, AA 6, AA 8, AA 10
BB 12, BB 14
Wednesday Available seats:
AA 3, AA 5, AA 7, AA 9
AA 13
BB 1, BB 3, BB 5
CC 1, CC 3, CC 5, CC 7
CC 13, CC 15
BB 6, BB 8
BB 12, BB 14
1 ticket per person. $25 cash, check or credit card. Email PhillyGuiltyOnes@gmail.com to claim your seat. First come, first serve! You MUST email by Noon EST on Friday.
Tuesday Available seats:
AA 3, AA 5, AA 7, AA 9
AA 13
BB 1, BB 3, BB 5
BB 11, BB 13
CC 1, CC 3, CC 5, CC 7
CC 13, CC 15
AA 4, AA 6, AA 8, AA 10
BB 12, BB 14
Wednesday Available seats:
AA 3, AA 5, AA 7, AA 9
AA 13
BB 1, BB 3, BB 5
CC 1, CC 3, CC 5, CC 7
CC 13, CC 15
BB 6, BB 8
BB 12, BB 14
6/16/09
New Video: alums from Boston Colleges
We have an unusually high number of cast and company members who went or are going to college in the Boston area. Many people submitted questions for Gabby's profile of the month asking her about her experience in college, so Krystina Alabado decided to create a little video interview with all of our Boston area college alums for you. Featured are Gabrielle Garza, Kimiko Glenn, Chase Davidson, Freddy Hall, and Ben Moss (getting ready to go on as Anna). Anyone else considering or are studying the performing arts in college? If you have any advice to give, please leave a comment below!
Video #1
Video #1
Jake Epstein and Kyle Riabko to tweet on Spring Awakening's Twitter feed
Hey Tweeple!!
Spring Awakening will officially launch the national tour's Twitter feed
http://twitter.com/springtour
with the first of two special guest tweeters on June 22, 2009.
Over a two week period, followers will receive an exclusive glimpse inside the national touring company of Spring Awakening through the eyes of two cast members.
Kyle Riabko will tweet from Philadelphia, PA about how he is preparing to leave a production that has been a part of his life for a year and a half and what he is going to do next.
Then beginning July 6th, Jake Epstein (best known as Craig Manning from the television series Degrassi: The Next Generation) will tweet from Washington, DC about joining the tour as Melchior.
We wish both Kyle and Jake all the best.
Springtour is now live so check it out for regular updates. That would be...wait for it...twitterific! (groooooaaan)
6/13/09
Baltimore Guilty Ones in Action
The Guilty Ones Street Team in Baltimore have worked long and tirelessly to promote Spring Awakening before we got into town. They've gone to Orioles games, art festivals, malls in the area, and even spoke in classes at different universities about the show. We thank each and every one of you!
Our Baltimore Guilty Ones coordinator, Kelly Fey, made a great video of the team as they spread the SA love at Camden Yards and Oriole park. Afterwards, everyone got free tickets to see "Movin' Out" and discussed some of the interesting conversations they had while flyering. Don't miss the story of the lonely security guard who was a secret Guilty One and meet the original model for the Wendla/Melchoir "Embrace" poster!
Any Street Team members have other interesting flyering stories to share? Leave a comment below!
Baltimore, you now have only one more week to see us at the Hippodrome! Get Movin'!
VIDEO 1
Our Baltimore Guilty Ones coordinator, Kelly Fey, made a great video of the team as they spread the SA love at Camden Yards and Oriole park. Afterwards, everyone got free tickets to see "Movin' Out" and discussed some of the interesting conversations they had while flyering. Don't miss the story of the lonely security guard who was a secret Guilty One and meet the original model for the Wendla/Melchoir "Embrace" poster!
Any Street Team members have other interesting flyering stories to share? Leave a comment below!
Baltimore, you now have only one more week to see us at the Hippodrome! Get Movin'!
VIDEO 1
6/12/09
What Would You Do? WASHINGTON DC
Our next extended stay on the tour is a four week stint in our nation's capital, Washington DC July 7-Aug 2nd.
The cast loves being in a city for a longer period of time. They get the rare opportunity to explore a city in depth.
Do you live in DC? Or know it well? Give the cast some advice. Where do the locals hang that tourists don't know about? What fun things and good food can't we miss?
We're also open to suggestions for fun video ideas specific to DC.
Please submit your suggestions as a comment below before end of day on Friday June 19th.
Do you have special access to get us in somewhere unique and special? If so, email us privately: totallytruckedblog at gmail dot com.
Your suggestions will be compiled into The "Fan's Guide to DC" for the cast. Thank you!
The cast loves being in a city for a longer period of time. They get the rare opportunity to explore a city in depth.
Do you live in DC? Or know it well? Give the cast some advice. Where do the locals hang that tourists don't know about? What fun things and good food can't we miss?
We're also open to suggestions for fun video ideas specific to DC.
Please submit your suggestions as a comment below before end of day on Friday June 19th.
Do you have special access to get us in somewhere unique and special? If so, email us privately: totallytruckedblog at gmail dot com.
Your suggestions will be compiled into The "Fan's Guide to DC" for the cast. Thank you!
6/9/09
ALERT! Join our Live Web Chat tomorrow with the cast!
In a unique partnership with the Baltimore Area Convention and Visitor's Association,
we are happy to announce that Ben Moss and Julie Danielson (and perhaps more cast members) will participate in a LIVE WEBCAST this Wed, June 10th 2009 at 2 pm. That's tomorrow!
This will be a live interview in which you can participate.
Our moderator will take questions from web viewers who are following the Webcast online. Users can type in questions for the cast as well as discuss the webcast with other Spring Awakening fans in real time!
Go to: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/baltimoremd tomorrow at 2 pm!
we are happy to announce that Ben Moss and Julie Danielson (and perhaps more cast members) will participate in a LIVE WEBCAST this Wed, June 10th 2009 at 2 pm. That's tomorrow!
This will be a live interview in which you can participate.
Our moderator will take questions from web viewers who are following the Webcast online. Users can type in questions for the cast as well as discuss the webcast with other Spring Awakening fans in real time!
Go to: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/baltimoremd tomorrow at 2 pm!
New Video! Exceptional Women
Exceptional Women of Spring Awakening
It's no exception that Steffi D, Krystina Alabado, and Christy Altomare are "exceptional women" of Spring Awakening, so while in Boston it was a given that they perform their exceptionally talented skills at the "Exceptional Women" conference. This luncheon is a prestigious annual event in Boston. Check out our women as they sing "Mamma Whoe Bore Me," reprise and all, and inject some rock into the festivities.
Video 1
It's no exception that Steffi D, Krystina Alabado, and Christy Altomare are "exceptional women" of Spring Awakening, so while in Boston it was a given that they perform their exceptionally talented skills at the "Exceptional Women" conference. This luncheon is a prestigious annual event in Boston. Check out our women as they sing "Mamma Whoe Bore Me," reprise and all, and inject some rock into the festivities.
Video 1
Spring Awakening in Baltimore!
Goooood Mooooornin', Baltimore!
For those of you in Baltimore, make sure not to miss these upcoming Radio and TV interviews:
Wednesday, June 10th Blake Bashoff and Steffi D
5:00 pm- WBAL-TV (NBC affiliate) taped interview to run on 5:00 pm newscast
WJZ-TV (CBS affiliate)- taped interview to run on evening news
Thursday, June 11th Kyle Riabko and Christy Altomare
8:30 am- WBFF-Fox- LIVE PERFORMANCE!
9:15 am- WMAR-TV (ABC affiliate) live interview on morning show
10:00- CBS Radio- WWMX-FM- JoJo and Reagan show taped
10:15 am WHFS Radio
__________________________________________
$25 ticket offer in Baltimore is still valid but going fast! Share this with your friends NOW. Valid for rear orchestra and front upper balcony
seats on these performances only:
Tue June 9th, 2009 8 pm
Wed June 10th, 2009 8 pm
Thur June 11th, 2009 8 pm
Tue June 16th, 2009 8 pm
Wed June 17th, 2009 8 pm
Thur June 18th, 2009 8 pm
Go to: http://www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/172363/1201887?brand=baa
Use Code: SOCIAL (make sure you have selected the $47 ticket in order for the discount to apply)
On-stage seats are available at the box office only during regular box office hours and can be bought in advance.
For those of you in Baltimore, make sure not to miss these upcoming Radio and TV interviews:
Wednesday, June 10th Blake Bashoff and Steffi D
5:00 pm- WBAL-TV (NBC affiliate) taped interview to run on 5:00 pm newscast
WJZ-TV (CBS affiliate)- taped interview to run on evening news
Thursday, June 11th Kyle Riabko and Christy Altomare
8:30 am- WBFF-Fox- LIVE PERFORMANCE!
9:15 am- WMAR-TV (ABC affiliate) live interview on morning show
10:00- CBS Radio- WWMX-FM- JoJo and Reagan show taped
10:15 am WHFS Radio
__________________________________________
$25 ticket offer in Baltimore is still valid but going fast! Share this with your friends NOW. Valid for rear orchestra and front upper balcony
seats on these performances only:
Tue June 9th, 2009 8 pm
Wed June 10th, 2009 8 pm
Thur June 11th, 2009 8 pm
Tue June 16th, 2009 8 pm
Wed June 17th, 2009 8 pm
Thur June 18th, 2009 8 pm
Go to: http://www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/172363/1201887?brand=baa
Use Code: SOCIAL (make sure you have selected the $47 ticket in order for the discount to apply)
On-stage seats are available at the box office only during regular box office hours and can be bought in advance.
Next Profile of the Month: Blake Bashoff
In preparation for our stop in always sunny Phildelphia, our next profile of the month will be BLAKE BASHOFF. Blake was born in the city of brotherly love.
Submit your questions for Blake as a comment below.
Blake might have already answered some of your questions in this interview he did with Christy Altomare last week while the cast was in Louisville, KY. In it, he mentions how he keeps his voice healthy, his pre-show ritual, how he heard about the auditions, the difference between acting in the show and acting on TV, when he might leave (!!), the person who's career he'd like to have (the answer will surprise you), and more. A must read: http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2009906050358
By the way, Christy is also from just outside Philadelphia!
Questions for Blake are due by noon on Sunday June 14th.
Submit your questions for Blake as a comment below.
Blake might have already answered some of your questions in this interview he did with Christy Altomare last week while the cast was in Louisville, KY. In it, he mentions how he keeps his voice healthy, his pre-show ritual, how he heard about the auditions, the difference between acting in the show and acting on TV, when he might leave (!!), the person who's career he'd like to have (the answer will surprise you), and more. A must read: http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2009906050358
By the way, Christy is also from just outside Philadelphia!
Questions for Blake are due by noon on Sunday June 14th.
6/5/09
Gabby's Profile of the Month Part II
Here it is, guys, the second part of Gabby's Profile of the Month. It's hilarious. Enjoy!
Here are the all questions asked in Parts I and II:
1. Meli from T.O. asks:
Hi Gabby!!! i was just wondering what really got you into musical theater? [Anonymous adds:] Were you in shows growing up, and if so, which ones?
2. Angelo (from Guam) asks:
First of all I just want to say you're awesome. : )
What were your expectations when you were still in Emerson College? Did you like Emerson?
3. Mel asks:
Hey Gabby! You are amazing in the show! I love your singing voice, and you're so sweet at the stage dooor! Question:
What was your audition experience for Spring Awakening like? What did you sing for them? [Anonymous adds:] Which cast members did you meet during your audition?
4. Nicole asks:
If you were Queen for the day, what rules would you enforce and what would you make everyone do?
5. Anonymous asks:
When you meet fans at the stage door, do you sometimes get annoyed with signing autographs over and over?
6. Anonymous asks:
Do you have a celebrity crush? if so, who is it?
7. Anonymous asks:
Hey Gabby!!
Do you guys have fun making the extended run videos? Any funny moments/memories while filming?
8. Laura asks:
GABBY! :)
- if you had to pick someone from the cast as your room mate for a year, who would it be? why?
9. Anonymous asks:
Hey Gabby & co!
What's the story behind "BELLY MAMBA" & is it improv?
LOVE THE SHOW AND LOVE YOU GUYS MORE..
10. Lauren asks:
You're known as quite the Fashionista amongst your fellow cast members. What are you favorite brands/designers? I'm curious.
BONUS QUESTION:
Mark asks:
If you were to be on America's Next Top Model, what would be your signature walk (you totally have to show it though - lol). I know it's silly-have fun! And LA misses you and the cast.
Here are the all questions asked in Parts I and II:
1. Meli from T.O. asks:
Hi Gabby!!! i was just wondering what really got you into musical theater? [Anonymous adds:] Were you in shows growing up, and if so, which ones?
2. Angelo (from Guam) asks:
First of all I just want to say you're awesome. : )
What were your expectations when you were still in Emerson College? Did you like Emerson?
3. Mel asks:
Hey Gabby! You are amazing in the show! I love your singing voice, and you're so sweet at the stage dooor! Question:
What was your audition experience for Spring Awakening like? What did you sing for them? [Anonymous adds:] Which cast members did you meet during your audition?
4. Nicole asks:
If you were Queen for the day, what rules would you enforce and what would you make everyone do?
5. Anonymous asks:
When you meet fans at the stage door, do you sometimes get annoyed with signing autographs over and over?
6. Anonymous asks:
Do you have a celebrity crush? if so, who is it?
7. Anonymous asks:
Hey Gabby!!
Do you guys have fun making the extended run videos? Any funny moments/memories while filming?
8. Laura asks:
GABBY! :)
- if you had to pick someone from the cast as your room mate for a year, who would it be? why?
9. Anonymous asks:
Hey Gabby & co!
What's the story behind "BELLY MAMBA" & is it improv?
LOVE THE SHOW AND LOVE YOU GUYS MORE..
10. Lauren asks:
You're known as quite the Fashionista amongst your fellow cast members. What are you favorite brands/designers? I'm curious.
BONUS QUESTION:
Mark asks:
If you were to be on America's Next Top Model, what would be your signature walk (you totally have to show it though - lol). I know it's silly-have fun! And LA misses you and the cast.
First Time Away...a message from Steffi D
As many of you know, Steffi D has taken a week's vacation from the show (the reason why below). The understudies have been subbing in and have been getting rave reviews. Check out this awesome review from the Louisville Courier Journal:
http://www.courierjournal.com/article/20090603/SCENE/90603012/+Spring+Awakening++rocks+Kentucky+Center
and here's a TV interview with Andy and Ben:
http://video.yahoo.com/watch/5227836/13798797
Steffi is missing everyone so much that she wrote a letter to all the fans. It may vaguely remind you of another letter you might have heard:
Dear Spring Awakening Fans... Guilty Ones.
I've spent the entire day thinking about this note.
Truly it touched me, it did, that perhaps you have noticed my absence on the S.A Tour... Of course, I was saddened to hear that I wouldn't be in Louisville.
I must say straight away that I am currently back in Canada, hard at work shooting Seasons 3 and 4 of a French Canadian television series called "Moitie Moitie", (which means "half and half") where I am reprising the role of Audrey.
Two years ago, I filmed Seasons 1 and 2. And now, the public is asking for more!
You would do me wrong, Guitly Ones, to read into my absence as a permanent thing, on the contrary, I will be returning to the Spring Awakening tour for our Opening Night in Baltimore on June 9, 2009!
Should you like, here are some clips from the past 2 seasons:
Clips from Episode 1:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v =5iaoZB62O-8
You can also find full episodes from seasons 1 and 2 on Dailymotion.com!
I will try to convince you that I also sing the theme song of the show!!
My dear Guitly Ones, my script is filled with lines; long lines, short lines, monologues even, that I better go learn. In any case, I assure you that I start bright and early tomorrow morning and all week!
So, sit tight, Guilty Ones! And you will hear from me soon.
In the meantime, keep your eyes peeled on my YouTube Channel: SteffiD5, for a Moitie Moitie video blog, coming soon. I am unchangingly and most fondly yours...
See you in Baltimore!!!
Love and Blue Wind,
Steffi D
http://www.courierjournal.com/article/20090603/SCENE/90603012/+Spring+Awakening++rocks+Kentucky+Center
and here's a TV interview with Andy and Ben:
http://video.yahoo.com/watch/5227836/13798797
Steffi is missing everyone so much that she wrote a letter to all the fans. It may vaguely remind you of another letter you might have heard:
Dear Spring Awakening Fans... Guilty Ones.
I've spent the entire day thinking about this note.
Truly it touched me, it did, that perhaps you have noticed my absence on the S.A Tour... Of course, I was saddened to hear that I wouldn't be in Louisville.
I must say straight away that I am currently back in Canada, hard at work shooting Seasons 3 and 4 of a French Canadian television series called "Moitie Moitie", (which means "half and half") where I am reprising the role of Audrey.
Two years ago, I filmed Seasons 1 and 2. And now, the public is asking for more!
You would do me wrong, Guitly Ones, to read into my absence as a permanent thing, on the contrary, I will be returning to the Spring Awakening tour for our Opening Night in Baltimore on June 9, 2009!
Should you like, here are some clips from the past 2 seasons:
Clips from Episode 1:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v =5iaoZB62O-8
You can also find full episodes from seasons 1 and 2 on Dailymotion.com!
I will try to convince you that I also sing the theme song of the show!!
My dear Guitly Ones, my script is filled with lines; long lines, short lines, monologues even, that I better go learn. In any case, I assure you that I start bright and early tomorrow morning and all week!
So, sit tight, Guilty Ones! And you will hear from me soon.
In the meantime, keep your eyes peeled on my YouTube Channel: SteffiD5, for a Moitie Moitie video blog, coming soon. I am unchangingly and most fondly yours...
See you in Baltimore!!!
Love and Blue Wind,
Steffi D
6/2/09
Jake Epstein from Degrassi Joins Spring Awakening (exclusive video)
We are happy to announce that Jake Epstein from Degrassi: The Next Generation will take over for Kyle Riabko in the role of Melchoir on the national tour. While we are sad to see Kyle go, we wish him all the best in his exciting career. Kyle's last stop will be Philadelphia and Jake will officially kick off his run in Washington DC on July 7th.
We have exclusive video of Jake singing a song from Spring Awakening with our cast members while they were in Toronto. As many of you know, Jake was in the Toronto cast of "Dog Sees God" which our cast members saw early in their Toronto run. They decided to do a cabaret together. Here is Jake with fellow Dog Sees God members Alex Saslove and Paula Brancati (also from Degrassi) with our cast members Krystina Alabado, Sarah Hunt, Julie Benko. Anthony Lee Medina and Matt Shingledecker sing back up vocals! Enjoy this exclusive rendition of "The Dark I Know So Well:"
Here's the official press release:
Jake Epstein Joins the Cast of Spring Awakening National Tour
Degrassi star to take over lead the role of “Melchior Gabor” beginning July 7
June 2, 2009 - The producers of Spring Awakening announced today that Jake Esptein, best known for his work as “Craig” on the hit television series “Degrassi: The Next Generation,” will take over the lead role of “Melchior Gabor” in the national touring production of the Tony Award®-winning musical, beginning July 7 at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.
Jake Epstein
A 22-year-old, Toronto-born actor, Epstein has already been working in theatre, film and television for more than a decade. Theatre credits include Cameron MacKintosh’s Oliver! (Artful Dodger), Dog Sees God, Cinderella, Dangerous Liaisons and Our Town. Television and Film credits include leading roles on “The Zack Files,” and “Degrassi: The Next Generation (Gemini Award)” as well as appearances on “Charlie Bartlett,” “Crown Heights,” “Quints,” “Mom’s Got a Date with a Vampire,” “Paradise Falls,” “Angela’s Eyes,” “Radio Free Roscoe,” “The Eleventh Hour”and “Being Erica.” He recently graduated from the prestigious National Theatre School of Canada, where he had the opportunity to work with Canada’s leading directors and artists. In addition to acting, Epstein is an accomplished songwriter and musician.
Spring Awakening is based on the 1891 Frank Wedekind play of the same name, and features an electrifying score by Duncan Sheik, book and lyrics by Steven Sater, direction by Michael Mayer, and choreography by the award-winning Bill T. Jones. The production won eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical (2007).
Set against the backdrop of a repressive and provincial late 19th century Germany, Spring Awakening tells the timeless story of adolescent self-discovery and budding sexuality as seen through the eyes of three teenagers. Haunting and provocative, Spring Awakening celebrates an unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood with a power, a poignancy and a passion you will never forget.
For more information, visit SpringAwakening.com.
Gabby Garza's Profile of the Month Video!
Gabby Garza: Profile of the Month - Part 1
Here it is, gang. Gabby's Profile of the Month --documented by Ben Moss. Thanks for all your questions. We couldn't bear to edit this down because there was so much hilarious banter between Gabby and Ben that we knew you would love to see, so we've cut the video into two segments. Part one explores her audition process, being queen for a day, celebrity crushes, and much more. Tune in Friday for Part II. Enjoy!
Video 1:
Here it is, gang. Gabby's Profile of the Month --documented by Ben Moss. Thanks for all your questions. We couldn't bear to edit this down because there was so much hilarious banter between Gabby and Ben that we knew you would love to see, so we've cut the video into two segments. Part one explores her audition process, being queen for a day, celebrity crushes, and much more. Tune in Friday for Part II. Enjoy!
Video 1:
