Posted on October 17, 2022 by Heather Adams

GoggleWorks, Genesius Theatre Partner for Performance by Tony-Nominated Bill Russell

by Goggleworks Center for the Arts

GoggleWorks, Genesius Theatre Partner for Performance by Tony-Nominated Bill Russell

GoggleWorks Center for the Arts (GoogleWorks) and Genesius Theatre are partnering to present a one night special production in the renowned Albert and Eunice Boscov Theatre. The two community-focused arts organizations will host the dynamic Bill Russell who will share his experience of writing the 1997 Broadway musical Side Show which was nominated for multiple Tony Awards including Best Musical. In addition to a behind-the-scenes look as to what it takes to produce such a sensation, Genesius performers will perform songs from the hit musical as Mr. Russell recants his experiences.

Friday, November 11th, 7pm
My Side of the Show – Live Performance Event
Mr. Russell will tell the story of writing Side Show from the idea through the original Broadway production, which received Tony nominations for Best Musical, Best Score, Best Book and an historic joint nomination for Alice Ripley and Emily Skinner for Best Actress in a Musical.

For more information and to book tickets visit
https://goggleworks.org/event/my-side-of-the-show/

“GoggleWorks is thrilled to welcome Bill Russell to the Boscov Theatre. Our intimate theatre is the perfect space to hear Mr. Russell’s stories from working on the Tony Award nominated Side Show, as well as to celebrate his contributions to American theatre,” said Lady Strongman, GoggleWorks Theater Manager. “We are elated to be partnering with Genesius Theatre on an evening of entertainment that is sure to be unique and exciting. For our guests who love the performing arts and live theatre, My Side of the Show will bring Broadway to you, and you can expect even more live unique theatre experiences as we continue to grow and collaborate with the many amazing theatre artists in our city.”

“Genesius Theatre is super excited to not only get a chance to work with the wonderfully talented, and very successful Broadway and Regional writer/director, Bill Russell, but we are also thrilled to begin a significant performing arts partnership with GoggleWorks. We have been wanting to present events at, and with, GoggleWorks. This first opportunity is an excellent starting point for both of our cultural organizations!” said Larry Fecho, of Genesius Theatre.

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