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Shequida is a Drag Legend!

New Yorkers are in for an unforgettable holiday treat as Santa’s Secret returns for its fourth sold-out season at an all-new, expanded location in West Chelsea. Beginning November 29 and running through December 31, 2024, this adults-only holiday extravaganza will transform over 26,000 square feet at 548 West 22nd Street into a festive playground filled with immersive holiday cheer and the North Pole’s naughtiest secrets.

Presented by Voss Events, Santa’s Secret takes guests on a mesmerizing two-hour journey through a winter wonderland of eight unique, interactive installations, each redesigned with elaborate new sets for the experience’s fourth year. Along the way, revelers will encounter delightfully cheeky characters, including mischievous living toys, seductive gingerbread ladies, and Santa’s Secret’s famous lumberjack. 

The journey culminates at Santa’s Secret Speakeasy, where guests can unwind and indulge in the ultimate holiday celebration. Here, live entertainment heats up the night as a five-piece band led by powerhouse vocalist Inyang Bassey delivers festive tunes, setting the stage for a night of holiday joy. Michelin-starred chef Richard Farnabe will tantalize taste buds with holiday-themed bites, while craft cocktails enhance the festive atmosphere. Following the live band, the evening continues with a dazzling variety show, hosted by the hilarious and enchanting ice queen Shequida. Expect ballet, burlesque, aerialists and other jaw-dropping acts, each peeling back the layers to reveal one of Santa’s best-kept secrets.

With all-new sets and never-before-seen performances, Santa’s Secret promises even more thrills for 2024. Ticket prices begin at $75. They can be purchased at www.SantasSecret.com. 

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Country music crooner Brian Falduto is bringing a fresh and uplifting perspective to holiday music this season with his first original jingle, “Christmas Solo.” This playful, country-pop tune shines a spotlight on those who find themselves alone during the holidays, reframing solo time as an opportunity for self-love and celebration.Produced by Brett Castro, “Christmas Solo” blends Falduto’s signature country-pop style with a dose of festive cheer. The track’s lively production includes a standout saxophone solo by Nate Hopkins and background vocals by Bronwyn Whittle and Kelsey Martin, giving it a joyous, celebratory vibe reminiscent of holiday pop hits by artists like Mariah Carey and Kelly Clarkson.

This is a song for celebrating your own company.”Brian Falduto first gained fame playing the role of Fancy Pants in the Jack Black cult classic film School of Rock.  

In 2023, he released his first country music song, "Same Old Country Love Song.” It was greeted with a flood of positive encouragement and excitement and would become an LGBTQ+ country music anthem. Subsequent releases followed including “Hottest Guy Here” and “Big Boys Club, and Brian Falduto’s first full-length album, Gay Country (Deluxe Edition).Holiday music fans will find both cheer and comfort in “Christmas Solo,” especially those who feel left out by traditional Christmas songs.

Visit http://BrianFalduto.com. 

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John Fisher is a Bay Area theater legend and is currently featured in Off-Broadway’s Medea: A Musical Comedy – which he wrote, directed and appears in. The show is enjoying an open-ended run at the Actors Temple Theatre in NYC. Medea: A Musical Comedy, which was a long-running gay hit in San Francisco and LA for years, is the winner of six Bay Area Critics Circle Awards including “Best Musical,” the LA Weekly Award for “Best Musical,” and the GLAAD Media Award for “Best Theatre."John is artistic director of San Fransciso’s Theatre Rhinoceros, the longest running LGBTQ theatre in the nation. He created sixty-two original, live, on-line solo-shows shows, one for each week of the pandemic. For his solo-work, John won a citation from the 2021 Bay Area Critics’ Circle Awards. In 2021, John took up residency in NYC where he has enjoyed extended runs at Pangea, The Tank, ArtsonSite, the LGBTQ Center, and Theatre Row. This was so much fun! Take a listen!

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Ben Krieger is an NYU student, actor, and singer/songwriter from Palm Beach Gardens, FL. He spent three years working in professional musical theater in production such as Les Miserables, Fiddler on the Roof as well as Broadway National Tours of Pippin, Sound of Music and Finding Neverland. He starred in Nickelodeon's "California Dreaming." He recorded the new song "Don't Forget" for the show with Jenna Raine Simmons, written by Ryan Tedder and Deroberts. He also recorded a cover of "Sucker" with Jenna Raine Simmons. He also has original music out on all streaming platforms as well as two music videos.

So how did Ben become the star of a new feature film, "The Short Game?" This movie is for golf lovers, people who overcome adversity, and just joy!

For More Information on the film, check out www.shortgamemovie.com

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We love Christmas albums here at The Roundtable! When we heard this new album by Gospel Great Anthony Evans Jr., we were beyond hooked! This album is full blown Holiday CLASSIC! Hear how he made it happen, what he loves about the holiday, and what is next for him!

Anthony Evans’ deep faith has been the foundation of everything he has setout to accomplish in his life and ministry. Growing up the son of influential pastor, Dr. Tony Evans, among siblings Chrystal Evans Hurst, Priscilla Shirer and Jonathan Evans, all whom which have become impactful speakers, authors, and spiritual leaders themselves, Anthony’s path is unique and all his own. From Billboard charting artist, worship leader, producer, author, and actor, everything Anthony does comes from a heart of faith and his desire for that faith to make an impact inside and out of the four walls of the Church.

As an accomplished vocalist, Anthony has produced 11 solo projects, two of which have hit the #1 spot on Billboard’s Gospel Album chart. His newest release, “Revive,” is infused with Anthony’s refreshing re-commitment to God after a devastating, extended period of loss, unanswered questions and heartache. Sustaining him through dark times, Anthony has learned to be grateful for the opportunities God has provided him to share his talents in unconventional ways not normally afforded to a Christian artist. Opportunities like performing and starring in Disney’s Hollywood Bowl Production of “Beauty and the Beast,” appearing as an artist on, and later becoming a talent producer for NBC’s hit show, “The Voice,” and producing and arranging music for major Hollywood networks and production houses. In addition to his music, ministry and global travel as a worship leader, Anthony has authored/co-authored three books, Unexpected Places, Divine Disruption and When Faith Meets Therapy.

Stream "The Greatest Gift" Today! For More info: www.Anthony-Evans.com

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We love Leslie! We love Christmas! Put them together and it is a Holiday Broadway Party coming across the US this December! Tony and GRAMMY Award-winner and two-time Academy Award-nominee, Leslie Odom, Jr. is ushering in the holiday season on The Christmas Tour, which kicks off November 29 in San Francisco, CA and stops in 14 cities across the country before concluding on December 22 in Detroit, MI. Performing holiday classics, seasonal favorites, and beloved hits – including selections from his chart-topping Christmas albums, Simply Christmas (2016) and The Christmas Album (2020), Leslie invites audiences to join him to celebrate the magic and joy of the holiday season with the whole family.

Leslie  is a multifaceted Tony and Grammy Award-winning, three-time Emmy and two-time Academy Award-nominated vocalist, songwriter, actor, and New York Times bestselling author. With a career that spans all performance genres, Odom has received recognition for his excellence and achievements in Broadway, television, film, and music. Most recently, Odom made his long-awaited return to Broadway starring in, and co-producing, the six-time Tony-nominated Broadway production of the classic American comedy Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by the legendary Ossie Davis, which opened in September 2023 to widespread critical acclaim and earned Odom a Tony nomination for “Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play.” 

In January 2024, PBS recorded the play live at the Music Box Theatre, and Great Performances: Purlie Victorious premiered on PBS stations nationally on May 24. Additionally, Odom recently starred in the highly anticipated sequel to the original iconic film The Exorcist for Blumhouse and Universal Pictures in October 2023, as well as in Rian Johnson’s 2022 Knives Out sequel, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, which broke records for Netflix. In 2020, he starred as legendary singer Sam Cooke in the award-winning Amazon film adaptation of One Night in Miami…, directed by Regina King. His critically acclaimed and highly lauded portrayal of the soul icon and musical performance of original song “Speak Now” earned him multiple awards and nominations. He also starred in The Many Saints of Newark, a prequel to David Chase’s award-winning HBO series The Sopranos, released in October 2021.

Well known for his breakout role as ‘Aaron Burr’ in the smash hit Broadway musical Hamilton, Odom hosted “The Tony Awards Present: Broadway’s Back!” on CBS in September 2021 (2022 Emmy nomination). Additional film and television credits include Apple TV+’s Central Park (2020 Emmy nomination), Hamilton on Disney+ (2021 Emmy nomination), Abbott Elementary, The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, Love in the Time of Corona, Harriet, and many more. Co-written with Nicolette Robinson, Odom’s first children’s book, I Love You More Than You'll Ever Know, was published by Feiwel & Friends on March 28, 2023. The book debuted on the New York Times bestseller list at #7 in its first week. Odom is a BMG recording artist and has released five full-length albums. Released in November 2023, Odom’s fifth full-length album and his first of all-new original music since 2019, When A Crooner Dies, features a collection of 10 newly penned, original tracks that mark his most personal body of music to date. 

Tickets Now On Sale! Follow Leslie on IG- @leslieodomjr

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If you live in Jersey, you know the Vivino Family. They have been making music, TV, and more for decades. Well, Donna Vivino is a Broadway Powerhouse! She has been in nothing but monster hit shows like "Wicked," "Les Mis," "Cats," and more. She is currently playing Jersey in the smash hit "Hell's Kitchen" singing her face off! This show is a must see! The music is a must listen! Donna is in the show for a limited run for a few more shows so get up, right now, and grab a ticket! Thank me later!

For tickets: www.hellskitchen.com

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Actor Richard Short Is Here! He has worked with some of the best! Remember his turn with Denzel in "MacBeth?" I mean HE ACTS! Well he is back on Broadway in "The Hills Of California" receiving raves for the show, this cast, and Richard and he is telling us all about it! The show is up til 12/22 ONLY so RUN to get your tickets!!

Following their triumphant production of The Ferryman, Tony-winning Playwright Jez Butterworth and Oscar and Tony-winning Director Sam Mendes have reunited on Broadway for The Hills of California.

In the sweltering summer heat, the Webb sisters return to their childhood home in the English seaside – the run-down Sea View Guest House – to say “goodbye” to their ailing mother. When memories from their youth come flooding back, the sisters must confront their past and untangle a web of secrets, betrayals, and profound emotional bonds.

This “relentlessly entertaining new play” (The New York Times) transports audiences to the 1970s, then further back to the 1950s when the sisters, dreaming of becoming a famous singing group, had their lives changed forever. With stunning design and glorious music, The Hills of California “is a magnificent production. I never wanted it to end.” (Chicago Tribune)

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Social media sensations Sam Tsui and Casey Breves have unveiled their latest musical endeavor, a song cycle titled 'Eight Immortals', which draws inspiration from a series of popular Chinese myths. This innovative work transforms traditional tales into a contemporary musical format, showcasing the duo's unique blend of pop and musical theater. The album is set to release on December 6th, 2024 and will consist of 22 tracks that offer listeners a fresh perspective on the legendary figures known as the 'Ba Xian' or 'Eight Immortals', celebrated in Chinese folklore.

'Eight Immortals' features a collection of self-contained vignettes, each song serving as a modern interpretation of one of the eight classic archetypes from Taoist legend. The album's tracks range from the absurd to the heartfelt, with a catchy, vocal-driven score that invites audiences on a transformative journey. Included in the lineup are songs such as 'So You Want To Be Immortal', '#MyMorningRoutine', 'I Know The Wildflowers', 'Three Treasures', and 'To Cross The Sea', each providing a unique take on the themes of enlightenment and personal transformation.

Tsui and Breves, a married songwriting duo based in Los Angeles, have previously collaborated on various music projects, but 'Eight Immortals' marks a significant milestone in their artistic journey. With over 3 million subscribers and more than a billion views on Tsui's YouTube channel, their combined social media presence has made a notable impact on the music landscape. Their popular TikTok series, including 'Singing One Song From Every Country in the World' and ‘Musical Theatre Monday’, has further cemented their status as influential figures in the digital music community.

The duo's connection to Chinese culture is evident in the thematic exploration within 'Eight Immortals'. This song cycle poses critical questions about the meaning of enlightenment in the modern world and the lengths individuals may go to achieve it. 

Sam Tsui and Casey Breves are a married, LA-based songwriting duo, who together have written and produced viral music for numerous pop artists, brand campaigns, and their own individual artist projects. They met at Yale singing together in both a cappella and musical theater. Sam was among the first independent musicians to harness the power of Youtube and social media to cultivate an international following (calling themselves the “Samily”), with his creative mashups, covers, and original music videos. His YouTube channel has 3+ million subscribers and over a billion views. He’s a champion of Asian representation in the arts and excited to bring that passion to this project. Casey was a member of the Grammy-winning classical vocal ensemble Chanticleer, and performs across the United States, Europe, and Asia as both a pop and classical vocalist. Together, the two have released countless viral duets and have several popular TikTok series, including “Singing One Song From Every Country in the World” and “Musical Theatre Mondays”. The pair welcomed their daughter Elaia in 2021, and since becoming dads have penned a children’s book (“Why Do We Sing?” Published by HarperCollins and illustrated by Tsui) and a companion album of original kid’s music (also called “Why Do We Sing?”) released on Republic Records. 

Follow Sam Tsui and Casey Breves on Instagram at: 

@Caseybreves and @TheSamTsui

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There is no show more iconic than "Les Mis!" From "One Day More," to "On My Own," to "Master of The House," to "Castle On A Cloud," to 'Empty Chairs," to... I can keep going. Now of all those songs, there is one that seems to haunt, excite, make us tear up, and more .... "I Dreamed A Dream" is literally a classic!

Who is singing it on tour? Another classic! The One & Only Lindsay Heather Pearce & She Is Here! We fell in love with her in "Wicked!" The green paint, the beltiest belt, she slayed it! We loved her as Janice in "Mean Girls," as Rose in "Titanique," and as far back as Glee. Well, she is coming to the Fisher in Detroit, and I have my seat ready!

Hear her talk about tour life, her hacks, her journey, how we both had the same trainer, and what it is like to tour in one of the world's most beloved musicals of all time!

Follow Lindsay on IG - @lindsayheatherpearce

Get Tickets For Les Mis in Detroit- www.BroadwayInDetroit.com

For More Dates: https://us-tour.lesmis.com/

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