The 2017 winner of Mama’s Next Big Act, Heather Villaescusa, is bringing her show, The Happiness Project—A 10 Week Guide, back to Don’t Tell Mama on Monday, October 29 at 7:00 pm and Friday, November 9 at 7:00 pm, directed by Lennie Watts, with musical director Steven Ray Watkins. The show is about Villaescusa’s 10-week experience through the Mama’s Next Big Act contest—from the last second decision to join the competition, to fighting gremlins (of the mind) as. she struggles to balance performing with being a wife and mother. The show features songs by Jason Robert Brown, Kander and Ebb, Joe Iconis and Steven Sondheim, with backups performed by Lennie Watts and Rachel Hanser and special guest Jay Haddad. Steven Ray Watkins is on piano, with Matt Scharfglass on bass and Don Kelly on drums.
The Happiness Project explores the singer’s resolve to try and seek joy while being judged and voted on each week. In song and story, Villaescusa travels the path through the fun, angst and domestic hiccups she went through taking on a challenge that scared the pants off her.
There is a $20 cover charge ($15 for MAC Members) plus 2-drink minimum (cash only). For reservations, visit www.donttellmamanyc.com/shows or call 212-757-0788
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