With the many entertainment choices New York City has to offer, it can be difficult to make a choice. Look no further. "On Stage" host Frank DiLella has curated a list of “must-see” shows this week, directing you to the best of Broadway, off-Broadway and beyond.
“Once Upon a Mattress”
The hit City Center Encores! revival of “Once Upon a Mattress” has transferred to The Hudson Theatre. The classic musical comedy based on the story of “The Princess and the Pea” stars two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, opposite Michael Urie and SNL alum Ana Gasteyer. The musical is currently in previews. The opening of the musical is set for Aug. 12.
For tickets, visit onceuponamattressnyc.com.
“The Meeting: The Interpreter”
On the off-Broadway front, and also in previews, “The Meeting: The Interpreter” starring Kelley Curran from “The Gilded Age” and Tony Award winner Frank Wood. In this politically charged two- hander, Curran and Wood bring the 2016 Trump Tower meeting between Paul Manafort and Donald Trump Jr. center stage, exploring a story of a man who finds himself entangled in government systems. The show officially opens on Sunday at the Theatre at St. Clement’s.
For tickets, visit meetinginterpreterplay.com.
“Someone Spectacular”
Heading now to the Pershing Square Signature Center is “Someone Spectacular” by Domenica Feraud. This new play is set in a group therapy session and hits on themes of love and loss.
For more information, visit someonespectacularplay.com.
“Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp: Celebrating Friendship & History”
On the music front, original Rent co-stars Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp are reuniting at 54 Below and celebrating friendship and history. Their latest club act is playing Aug. 6 through Aug. 17.
For reservations, visit 54below.org.
“Classic Whitney: The Happy Birthday Edition”
Broadway performer Kevin Smith Kirkwood is channeling diva Whitney Houston, once again, at Joe’s Pub with his show “Classic Whitney: The Happy Birthday Edition.” Kirkwood will perform tunes made famous by the icon on her actual birthday, Aug. 9.
For tickets, visit publictheater.org.