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Nolan Doran

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July 31 Meet the Writers
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July 31 Meet the Writers

You can support our programs for our musical theatre writers at https://donorbox.org/rhinebeck-donate-now Join Founding Executive Director Kathy Evans and meet seven of this summer’s award-winning musical theatre writers who will share three musicals they developed during their week at Rhinebeck Writers Retreat, plus a few songs. You’ll be among the first to hear about THE LESSON, by Avi Amon, Ty Defoe, & Nolan Dolan; THAT’S ALL FOLKS! by Noel Carey and Scott Weinstein; and MEXODUS by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson. Bios on website at www.rhinebeckwriters.org. ***** Avi Amon, Ty Defoe, Nolan Doran, THE LESSON Synopsis: “In order to know anything, we must relearn everything…” THE LESSON is a fantastical queer reimagining of two of history’s most-loved musical titans: A revolutionary Beethoven and an established Mozart, whose paths and hearts collide in an alt-universe, futuristic Vienna. A hybrid of theater, film, concert, and dance party, THE LESSON is a meditation on the purpose of artistic expression, the control of ideas and information by the government, and the influence of family on who we are. It’s a lesson that will change their lives, and the world, forever. ****** Noel Carey & Scott Weinstein, THAT’S ALL FOLKS! Synopsis: It’s been two years since animator Mel Mars sold off his most famous cartoon character, Sly Fox. Late one night, as Mel struggles to come up with the next big idea to revitalize his flailing career, he’s interrupted by an improbable visit from his old animated friend. What started as a one-man work session devolves into a two-handed bender as the pint-sized, cartoon miscreant forces Mel to reckon with his past. Blending live theatre and animation, THAT’S ALL FOLKS! is a new musical comedy about loss and creation, childhood and death, and the healing power of art. ****** Brian Quijada & Nygel D. Robinson, MEXODUS Synopsis: Inspired by the estimated 4,000-10,000 enslaved people in the Southern part of the United States who pursued their journey to freedom into Mexico instead of looking North, this under told chapter of the Underground Railroad is an exploration of Black and brown bodies standing together against oppression, and a unique take on the American border story. ***** Lead Supporter for THE LESSON: Alex Robertson Underwriting Supporters for THAT'S ALL FOLKS!: Paul Feuerman and Bruce Grivetti Lead Supporters for MEXODUS: Rick Farrar and Jeff Zadroga Our programs are made possible in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. Live stream produced by Adam Lenson Productions.
New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series LIVE / 2.3.21
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New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series LIVE / 2.3.21

Now in its 14th season, New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series presents exclusive “pre-premieres” of new musicals in the early stages of development. New York Theatre Barn is keeping original live theatre alive during this unprecedented time. From our homes to yours, we are excited to share and experience the magic of live theatre in development. This installment will be a 1-hour virtual live stream which will include excerpts from two new musicals: THE LESSON (by Avi Amon, Nolan Doran and Ty Defoe) - The Lesson is a fantastical reimagining of a chance encounter between a revolutionary Beethoven and a more-established Mozart, whose worlds - and hearts - collide in Vienna in 1787. The show is set in an alternate universe that melds the future and past into an entirely new, queer, fun, and political space. A hybrid of theater, film, concert, and dance party, The Lesson is a meditation on the purpose of artistic expression, the influence of family on who we are, and the control of information and ideas by the government. NOTHING TO SEE HERE (by Bryan Blaskie and Laurie Hochman) - In the summer of 1925, the struggling town of Dayton, Tennessee hosted a trial that claimed national headlines and divided the country — the Scopes Monkey Trial, the first major anti-Evolution court case. Nothing to See Here is the story of Frank Robinson, the man who built the trial as a publicity stunt for his town, and May Robinson, his wife who longs to save her family from falling apart in a seemingly Godless town. Of course, notorious reporter H.L. Mencken is there to spin their story — and to uncover what the truth behind the trial really is. Featuring performances from Milo Alosi, Jonathan Christopher, Bradley Dean, Heath Saunders and Forest VanDyke Produced by Jen Sandler and Joe Barros DONATE at nytheatrebarn.org/give or quickly by text at 631-710-NYTB (631-710-6982)
Sing Tank Live - THEatre ACCELERATOR New Reality Edition - Winter 2021
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Nolan Doran
Nolan Doran’s love for story and collaboration fuels his passion as a writer, director, and executive producer creating new works across theatre, music and film. 

Nolan Doran is a Drama Desk and Tony-Nominated producer, writer, and director. He brings a unique 360 degree view of how theater is created from his early years performing on stage to writing pop songs charting in the top 100 Billboard Charts to working Off and on Broadway. His Broadway & Off-Broadway credits include: Co-Producer and Video Director of The Museum of Broadway, Co-Producer of CABARET, Associate Director and Co-Producer of "Head Over Heels," Associate Director of Michael Moore’s "The Terms of My Surrender," Associate Director of "Chess" at Kennedy Center, Executive Producer of "The Golden Girls Musical Parody," Associate Director of "Stronger Together: Hillary on Broadway" and Assistant Director of "Jamboree" at NY City Center.  Writing credits: “The Lesson” (Ars Nova)  "We Will Win'' (Effectors II - Wonder of the Seas and Icon of the Seas), “Thunder Beings'' (New Victory LabWorks), “The Lesson” (Theatre Barn’s New Works Series & Choreography Lab, The Johnny Mercer Writer’s Grove at Goodspeed, Rhinebeck Writers’ Retreat and a 2020 Dramatists Guild Foundation Fellow), Ayodele Casel's, "While I Have the Floor'' (Spoleto), "My Eclectic Life" (HERE), "Woody - A New Fairy Tale" (Main Street Musicals), and "The King'' (L.A. Indie Film Festival). Nolan is a member of the Dramatist Guild, ASCAP, and AGMA and holds an M.F.A. from The Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program at NYU Tisch. He's also interviewed dozens of award-winning Broadway Directors, Choreographers, Writers and Producers for the shows he’s created under his company Neurogate Entertainment, LLC. Nolan holds an M.F.A. from The Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program at NYU Tisch. IG: @nolandoran.nyc

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CHECK OUT THE LESSON at Ars Nova DEC 4th at 7 PM!
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THE LESSON a New Musical Fantasia by Avi Amon (Larson Award Winner), Ty Defoe (Grammy and Larson Award Winner) and Nolan Doran (Drama Desk & Tony Award Nominee); Directed by Raja Feather Kelly (Lempicka, A Strange Loop) will appear in concert at Ars Nova’s 54th St Theater (511 West 54th St.) on WED, DEC 4th, 2024 at 7:00pm. Tickets are priced on a sliding scale starting at $15 and all box office proceeds go straight to the artists. If you’re not in the NYC area, streaming will be available through Ars Nova Supra. For tickets, visit https://arsnovanyc.com/events/the-lesson/

THE LESSON is a fantastical reimagining of the lives of two musical titans: Beethoven & Mozart, whose worlds and hearts collide in an alt-universe, post-apocalyptic “Vienna New.” What is the lasting legacy we leave behind? Part theater, film, concert, and dance party, The Lesson examines the queer-tastical lessons hidden in the archeology of our long-dead world.

 

The concert will featuring an cast of performers including: John El-Jor as Mozart (We Live in Cairo), Jon-Michael Reese as Beethoven (A Strange Loop), Stephen Brower as BJ (Lempicka), and company roles: McKenna Michael Bisaha (Barry), Major Curda (KPOP), Kelvin Moon Loh (Beetlejuice The Musical), and Belén Moyano (Hadestown).

THE LESSON  is written by Avi Amon, Ty Defoe and Nolan Doran with music direction by Avi Amon. Directed by Raja Feather Kelly with projections by Katherine Freer.  This is the first public concert of the show in-progress and was developed with support from: The Dramatists Guild Foundation Fellowship, New York Theatre Barn, Rhinebeck Writers Retreat, The Church at Sag Harbor, Johnny Mercer Writer’s Grove at Goodspeed, and THEater ACCELERATOR by Apples & Oranges Arts.

For more information and  tickets, visit https://arsnovanyc.com/events/the-lesson/
To stream visit: https://supra.arsnovanyc.com/

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