Show logo by Nancy Prager
My friend Matt Prager is one of those shockingly funny people who isn't afraid to go all the way with a joke. Whether it's recording albums for bands that don't exist, or pitching TV executives with popsicle stick puppets, his absurd sense of humor is exceeded only by his intellect.
So I wasn't surprised to hear his musical about the "rise and fall and fall and rise of Kathie Lee Gifford nee Epstein, She Can't Believe She Said That!, was selected to be a part of this year's New York Musical Theater Festival. But I was surprised to hear that a Long Haired Dachshund named Petula Sue plays a pivotal roll in the saga to KLG's life.
I don't want to give away the character arc of Petula Sue and her impact on a young(er) Kathie Lee, but I will let you know not to expect a little Darby scampering across the stage. Matt chose to use a stuffed dog on a stick instead. And I hear she is a real show-stopper.
Darby's headshot. He would like to play Petula Sue if the show comes west.
From the PR:
"She Can't Believe She Said That! recounts the true story of talkshow hostess Kathie Lee Gifford over thirty years, creating an identity out of thin air to achieve national fame… and international infamy. The original Kathie Lee-sical, this loony satire from one of the writers of SOUTH PARK is like Evita crossed with cheese — Velvevita, if you will."
Also, my cousin, the fabulous Clair (Answer Girl) Lamb, is the stage manager. So if you go, stop by and say hi to her and Matt and tell them I sent you.
If you are a blogger or member of the press and would like free tickets email me and I will hook you up.
Show runs until October 5, 2008 at
TGB (The Barrow Group Theater)
312 West 36th St., 3rd Floor
New York, NY 10018
Click here for more info + to buy tickets.
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