A poster on allthatchat today likened up-and-coming pianist/singer Jason Wynn, whom I've never heard of, to Peter in many ways. He's performing at the Beechman Theater in NYC for a couple of days. If you see Jason Wynn, please report: Does he remind you of Peter (truly incomparable, I know)?

Ellen

OMG! Thanks for this tip, Ellen. I've never heard of him either... so I "googled" him.
If I weren't 2000 miles away I would certainly check him out! (ahem)

He's got the right sense of humor...
from Jason Wynn's website



... and there's a familiar ring to this description of a show in 2006 --

...the show is a smooth mix of styles that left me wanting more. Jason Wynn's laid-back sense of humor and casual sexiness (he performed the entire opening performance in a sleeveless black t-shirt because several audience members moaned with disappointment when he tried putting on a jacket) seem natural and effortless. Not The Same Old @#$% really kicks ass.

Full article here

This is what I found on the current show:

The Laurie Beechman Theatre
407 West 42nd Street New York, NY

Saturday, September 20th 9:30 pm
Sunday, September 21st 7:00 pm
Saturday, September 27th 9:30 pm

$15 Cover! - $15 Food/Drink Min
(MAC & Cabaret Hotline member discounts)
Call 212-695-6909 for Reservations

If anyone has a chance to attend, I would *love* to hear your thoughts!

P.S. I also found this while googling..

Jason Wynn is a fictional character in the Todd McFarlane comic book series Spawn.

So he *really* does fit right in here! LOL

Hey, he's nice looking from the *front* too...

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Ellen and Valerie, He is Peter Allen-ish.

Lovely Pictures!

Thanks, Nancy B

Valerie, thanks for the research. He does have some of Peter's impishness, doesn't he?

Ellen

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He does have some of Peter's impishness, doesn't he?

Yes, he seems like he'd be a wonderful performer. He also has quite a resume as an actor and a musical director. It sounds like this is a talented young man who's really "going places"! I wish him All The Best!

I'm gonna check his website before I get to NYC in November. I think it would be fun to catch his show.

Publicity release from Jason Wynn --

As it turns out, response for "Not MORE of the Same Old @#$%" back in September was overwhelmingly positive. So I have decided to do two more shows. I'm no longer gonna tell you what I think of the show, so this is just to let you know what the reviewers have said! Hopefully, that may sway you. And then all the date/time information is below.

"Wynn announces that this act is his party and he is going to do things his way. Boy, does he! ... There is no question that Jason Wynn is a very talented composer and performer. It would be wonderful to hear an evening of his original songs because they were the best numbers in this show ... a real revelation of a major contemporary talent."
Joe Regan, Jr./Cabaret Scenes

"The delightful Mr. Wynn took us on a rocking, rolling and entertaining adventure, packed with surprises....Sprinkled with top-notch original songs, a few standards and some "rarely heard in cabaret" covers, the show was non-stop excitement and fun.....With 8 or 9 folks on stage, his work was cut out for him and he accomplished it with gusto."
Stu Hamstra/Cabaret Hotline

I guarantee that you'll have a good time! Don't miss it! Catch it now, for it will be gone forever!

More Information

Jason Wynn
Not More of The Same Old @#$%
The Laurie Beechman Theatre
407 West 42nd Street New York, NY
Saturday, November 8th 9:30 pm
Saturday, November 22nd 9:30 pm
$15 Cover! - $15 Food/Drink Min
(MAC & Cabaret Hotline member discounts)
Call 212-695-6909 for Reservations
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"...outstanding vocals, mixing quirky sexuality and stark, emotional drama...Jason Wynn's laid-back sense of humor and casual sexiness seem natural and effortless. Not The Same Old @#$% kicks ass."
Michael Dale/BroadwayWorld.com

“Doing triple duty as keyboard player, musical director and singer, Jason Wynn is a solid performer with a winning presence.”
Rob Lester/TalkinBroadway.com

"The love songs and ballads are delivered by the mellow, sweet-voiced Jason Wynn."
Martin Denton/nytheatre.com

OK, who wants to go to the Saturday, Nov. 8th performance?

My nickle's running out at the Cyber Cafe. Just wanted to say that this young man is *very* talented and absolutely adoreable. I look forward to Much more from him in the future.

Mona, you and your photo albums really *made* the night for me. Such wonderful PA memories. How can I ever thank you enough? I just couldn't stop sighing over the pix of Peter... and Jason was wonderful, too. Thanks for sharing a great night with me.

It was a wonderful evening, indeed. Jason Wynn was terrific and a lot of fun. I’d love to see him perform again. He never would have come to my attention at this time without mamaleh’s heads-up. Thank you so much!

JH4HJ, it was a pleasure to have the opportunity to show you some of my memorabilia, and touching to know it meant so much to you. It was a privilege to hear more of your PA memories from his pre “star” days. I, unfortunately, was unaware of Peter at that time. Your memories were a perfect compliment to mine.

mona

Ditto that -- thanks Ellen. He performs again 11/22 -- try to catch him. He's wonderful.

Did I mention that he does EOINA in his B'way medley? It was nice to have a bit of PA included in the show. A wonderful night, indeed.

Thanks again, Mona. More when I get home.

Mona and I loved this young man's show last November. If you've got a free evening, this sounds like it could be fun. I don't know anything about the people he mentions, but Jason is a very talented young man.

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Hello all!

I'm terribly late in doing this, but I wanted to share some really exciting news!

For those of you who came to see my show last fall, you might remember the song "Living Without Love"? The song from my musical that is the wife's lament of her current situation? Well.......

It's been nominated for a MAC Award for Best Original Song!

I've been nominated among excellent company, including Adam Gwon, Carol Hall, Mark Janas, Peter Napolitano, and Paul Rolnick. I feel incredibly honored to have my own personal work acknowledged in this way.

In fact, there is a MAC Award Nominee Showcase for the nominated songs and nominated special musical material on Saturday the 18th at 3:30 pm where we are given an opportunity to perform our songs before everyone casts their final vote.

The showcase is being held at Don't Tell Mama at 343 W. 46th Street. It's free for MAC and ASCAP members, $10 otherwise. But if you're available, you should come on down. You'll be able to hear the "top 5" original songs of this past year. As well as the "top 5" special material.

I'd like to extend another huge thank you to all those who helped me with my show, and all of you who came to see my show, and each and everyone of you out there who have shown me so much support in so many ways!

Thank you!

—Jason

Another PA-inspired performer, Darren Williams, is making his way back to NYC:

Darren Williams Returns to NYC and NJ


Posted by: Official_Press_Release 08:04 am EDT 05/26/10

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DARREN WILLIAMS

“A dynamic performer...powerful voice and crowd-pleasing style. He won't be Down Under much longer.”
— Frank Scheck, New York Post

“In one of the hottest, most talked-about sold-out runs of the year, Australian entertainer Darren Williams has proven that Peter Allen was not the only boy next door...in a league of his own...he's the real thing.”
— John Hoglund, Nitelife Exchange

“If you like your cabaret big, bold and sassy, have I got a show for you...non-stop excitement from the very first song!”
— Stu Hamstra, CabaretHotlineOnline.com

“New York City has been invaded by Aussie Variety Entertainer of the Year, Darren Williams. And aren't we the fortunate ones!”
— Sandi Durell, Cabaret Scenes

“Williams has the makings of a full-fledged star...better catch him now or you might have a very long wait.”
— Lynn DiMenna, AttheRitz.org



Australian Entertainer of the Year Returns to the States for a Tour of the East Coast

Not the Boy Next Door:
The Peter Allen Songbook

The Metropolitan Room at Gotham
New York, NY

Monday, June 21 at 7pm
Wednesday, June 23 at 7:30pm

Act I: Not the Boy Next Door:
The Peter Allen Songbook

PLUS Act II: Poperatic

Tim McLoone’s Supper Club
Asbury Park, NJ

Thursday, June 24 at 8pm

Direct from headlining on Cunard's prestigious Queen Victoria, a tour of Japan, and engagements in his home country of Australia, Darren Willams returns to Metropolitan Room at Gotham and debuts at Tim McLoone’s Supper Club in Asbury Park, New Jersey.

At the Metropotalian Room, he will appear for two shows only: Monday, June 21 at 7pm and Wednesday, June 23 at 7:30pm. He will then be appearing on the Boardwalk in Asbury Park at Tim McLoone's Supper Club on June 24 at 8pm.

Mr. Williams brings his Peter Allen show, “Not the Boy Next Door: the Peter Allen Songbook,” back to the Metropolitan Room. It will include crowd-pleasing show-stoppers like “I Go To Rio,” “Arthur's Theme,” “I Honestly Love You” and “Don't Cry Out Loud” as well as lesser-known songs from the prolific Peter Allen songbook.

In addition to the Peter Allen salute, audiences at Tim McLoone’s will enjoy a second act — “Poperatic.” With the unique ability to sing everything from pop to opera, Darren Willams has captivated audiences with his Aussie charisma, good looks and soaring vocal range. Mr. Williams has been repeatedly singled out down under as one of Australia's finest live performers. Consequently, he has been honored with the Peter Allen Australian Variety Entertainer of the Year Award and named Best Male Vocalist by his peers at the prestigious MO Awards — Australia's top honors for excellence in live entertainment. To date, he has received five MO Awards and two ACE Awards (Australian Club Entertainment Awards) for Outstanding Male Vocal Performer.

Dennis Buck will be musical director with Ray Kilday on bass and Ray Grappone on percussion.

Mr. Williams, who has often been compared to Allen, brings night club entertainment to a new level with his unique brand of rafter-raising delivery and openness with a lyric that is compelling.

Metropolitan Room at Gotham is located at 34 West 22nd Street, New York City. There will be a $20 music fee and a two-drink minimum. Reservations: (212) 206-0440. For more information, please visit www.metropolitanroom.com.

Tim McLoone’s Supper Club is located at 1200 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, New Jersey. There will be a $15 music fee. Dinner is served from 6pm. Reservations are recommended. Reservations: (732) 774-1155. For more information, please visit www.timmcloonessupperclub.com.

Darren Williams’ web site is www.darrenwilliamsmusic.com.

- Ellen

Did anyone get a chance to see this?

Would have liked to go; couldn't make it. He's gotten some pretty good reviews. Curious to see what happens next with him.

Ellen

Thanks, Ellen. Sorry you couldn't make it. He does a nice show... maybe someday we'll get a chance to see him at Radio City Music Hall.