RECENT & UPCOMING PROJECTS
FOOTLOOSE |
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There is dancin’ in the aisles as Footloose, the explosive Broadway musical celebrates an anniversary! The show, which Gary John has directed once again, was on the road as the second touring endeavor of recently formed Prather Entertainment Group–PEG. Featuring hits like “Let’s Hear It for the Boy” and “Almost Paradise,” this production, toured venues in cities nationwide through the early summer. Everybody cut loose!!
Goodyear Tires 2010 Dealer Conference (Opening: February 2010 – Gaylord Palms, Orlando, FL) |
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The beautiful Gaylord Palms Resort in Orlando, Florida hosted this year’s Goodyear Dealer Conference. The 111-year old company, which measures sales of nearly $20 billion, made every effort to impress. For an audience of thousands, the production, which Gary John staged, featured new product launches with video montages, multimedia presentations performances by a drum and flag corp and special guest star Reba McEntire!
American Musicals Project – |
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AMP has created a series of ten curriculum resource guides for 7th and 8th grade teachers, using American musical theater masterworks and evocative primary sources from the museum’s vast collection. This concert, which Gary John will direct, is a fundraiser for the organization and will feature Broadway luminaries singing from these two classic scores. Hosted and narrated by the esteemed Ted Chapin, this will be a night to remember as Arts and Education come together in a most melodic way!
Dunkin' Donuts |
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Dunkin’ Brands, Inc. leads and builds great brands at the forefront of the Quick Quality segment of the food and beverage industry. The 2010 Dunkin’ Brands Profitability & Growth Conference is being held at the New Orleans Convention Center and Gary John will stage the opening. The initial ceremonies, which will feature marching bands, multimedia and exciting entertainers are the precursor to an inspiring week of innovative meetings, trade shows, a product expo and celebratory events.
lift |
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In a small Ohio town, 8-year old Ethan Hale falls through the ice and miraculously is saved. But no one sees the rescue and no one steps forward as the hero. So when Ethan insists that it was a "birdman," the townspeople embark on a journey into their individual faith and doubt, their collective hope, and what it means to be extraordinary. A wonderful new work from Aaron McAllister (music) and Daryl Lisa Fazio (book & lyrics), Gary John is thrilled to direct this New York premiere.
the sound of musiC |
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Gary John makes his Ogunquit debut directing and choreographing this Rogers & Hammerstein classic. Based on Maria Von Trapp's autobiography, "The Von Trapp Singers,” this musical features evergreen standards such as "My Favorite Things," "Climb Every Mountain," "Edelweiss" and "Do Re Mi." With a surprise star and featuring a full orchestra, it is sure to be a moving and memorable summer production on this historic New England stage.
cabaret |
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Wilkommen to the world of Sally Bowles and Berlin, before the start of the Third Reich. This landmark, Tony Award-winning Best Musical of 1967 will mark Gary John’s return as Guest Artist in Residence for the Department of Theatre & Dance at SUNY Buffalo, where once again he will direct and choreograph. The ever-popular musical features such songs as “Don’t Tell Mama,” “The Money Song,” the haunting “Tomorrow Belongs to Me” and the tour-de-force title song.
Seminars and Workshops (March – May, 2010) |
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Gary John will be a guest lecturer and give theatre workshops for visiting universities through the NY division of Actor’s Connection in conjunction with the students' Senior Class Agent Showcases in NYC. In addition he will repeat these duties as a guest artist at Doane College in Nebraska.
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Gary John is currently involved with two completed scripts that are in development; one play and one musical that he will direct. Both are strong scripts with great heart and modest cast sizes. Another unique project is a new musical revue of a Grammy Award-winning composer/lyricist's hits that Gary John has conceived and written, and will direct and choreograph as well. Interested parties should contact Gary John directly to inquire about any of these exciting projects.
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While working on the above new projects in NYC, Gary John resumes his private coaching services. He enjoys helping actors and directors invigorate their careers no matter what level they are at. With his wealth of personal resource materials, he can guide you in finding that song, monologue or performance piece that will get you noticed. He will show you how to navigate the business, “direct” your own career and help you to be a more confident performer. Sessions are affordable and location is flexible. Contact Gary John to get your career on track! Please see the COACHING/WORKSHOPS web page for more detailed information.
“As for the work of director Gary John La Rosa – perfect.”
Jeanne McCartin – Portsmouth Showcase