Actor-writer Paul Iacono presents the world premiere of The Stritch Is Back: Paul Iacono Sings Elaine Stritch… Sings Elton John on Saturday, May 3 at 9:30 PM at The Green Room 42. Written and performed by Iacono and directed by Ben Rimalower, the show recreates wildly personal and hilarious moments shared with Elaine from Carnegie Hall to Hollywood, accompanied onstage by music director Drew Wutke, with music consulting and additional arrangements by Peter Saxe.
In the 2013 documentary, Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me, the octogenarian diva’s aborted final project was to be a cabaret of Elton John songs. The Stritch Is Back: Paul Iacono Sings Elaine Stritch… Sings Elton John imagines how that might have been, in an evening of excess and exposé. Iacono recreates his misadventures with mentor and muse Elaine Stritch, set to the music and lyrics of Elton John and Bernie Taupin. From an awe-struck child in the world of Broadway to an adult creative navigating the challenges of show business, join him for a larger-than-life journey through the highs, lows, and lessons learned from his relationship with his indomitable stage-godmother, Elaine Stritch.
The cover charge ranges from $20-$50. A livestream option is available for $20. For tickets, please click HERE.
The Green Room 42 is located at 570 Tenth Avenue at 42nd Street, on the 4th Floor of Yotel, NYC
