| FERRY’S LANDING NYC - new FIRE ISLAND-themed destination for queer, immersive entertainment - opens with NEW MUSICAL, CABARET SHOW and DANCE PARTY at THE DUPLEX, 10/24 | |
| Posted by: Official_Press_Release 05:16 pm EDT 07/03/24 | |
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| FERRY'S LANDING NYC THE NEW DESTINATION FOR IMMERSIVE QUEER ENTERTAINMENT WILL REOPEN THE ICONIC VENUE THE DUPLEX IN THE HEART OF NEW YORK'S HISTORIC WEST VILLAGE FEATURING THREE ATTRACTIONS "LITTLE HOUSE OF THE FERRY – THE MUSICAL " THE NEW FIRE ISLAND STAGE MUSICAL " FIRE ISLAND FOLLIES" THE DAZZLING CABARET PERFORMANCE AND "FARANDOLE" THE LATE-NIGHT DANCE PARTY SERIES OPENING OCTOBER 15, 2024 FERRY'S LANDING NYC – a new destination for queer, immersive entertainment – will open this fall in the iconic venue The Duplex, a beloved home to both established stars and rising talent since the 1960s, revitalizing the historic club with unforgettable new performances. Located in the heart of the historical West Village, the upstairs cabaret space has been closed due to fire damage since 2022. FERRY'S LANDING NYC is a Fire Island-themed space featuring three main attractions: the original stage show Little House on the Ferry – The Musical, a heartwarming and humorous musical set on Fire Island; "Fire Island Follies," a dazzling cabaret performance showcasing diverse talents; and "Farandole Dance Party," a vibrant celebration with electrifying music and dance. Performances begin on October 15, 2024 and run through January 5, 2025. FERRY'S LANDING NYC is produced by Rob Gould and Fever Labs with First You Dream and Ripple Effect Artists. For tickets and further information, visit FerrysLandingNYC.com. Little House on the Ferry – The Musical, which features book, music, and lyrics by Rob Gould, is directed by Victoria Rae Sook. Packed with witty dialogue, catchy tunes, and scandalously sexy surprises, it's a spectacular celebration of queer love that will warm your heart. With the looming Marriage Equality vote in the New York Senate, found friends meet up on Fire Island for a weekend of passion, politics, and Planter's Punch. Join them on a fantastical journey of queer love, chosen family, and self-discovery, led by a wayward drag queen. Casting will be announced soon. Fire Island Follies is a naughty, nautical cabaret featuring sensual cirque stars, outrageous comedy, and vibrant vocals. Celebrate a summer of Fire Island love, lust, and liberally poured libations in this cheeky and riotous new event. It's an irresistible evening full of sparkling performances, electrifying music, jaw-dropping drag queens, and adults-only jokes that will leave you in stitches (and maybe a little flushed). Farandole is a special dance party that start when the other shows finish. Dim the lights and let the DJ spin for these themed, late-night events. Enjoy the decedent beats and delicious go-go dancers, and bring your wildest looks and hottest moves to the floor! Instagram / Facebook: @ferryslandingnyc "I'm thrilled to be involved with Little House on the Ferry," comments the musical's director Victoria Rae Sook, "because it's a story that needs to be told. We learn about people who are different from us through theater, art, dance, and music. This show is a chance to teach everyone what it was like to be queer before gay marriage was legal. And, what it is still like now, fighting the war for equal rights, even though that battle was won." Rob Gould, FERRY'S LANDING NYC executive producer and Little House on the Ferry creator, adds "I've been working on this production for over a decade. It's beyond my wildest dreams to be bringing it to the West Village, the place where it all began. Collaborating with Victoria has been incredibly creatively fulfilling. We hope the audience will laugh and rejoice by remembering the good times and honoring the struggles that brought us here." Julian R. Decker, Production Catalyzer and Producer, says; "What Rob Gould has created is a masterpiece in authenticity and it's been wonderful sharing a story of acceptance, inclusion, and whimsy. Audiences can expect a completely immersive experience that allows them to be a part of the story, whether you're just joining us at The Duplex for just the performance, or a sensible cocktail. Come allow your freak flag to fly!" Tony DeCicco , The Duplex's owner, concludes: "I've wanted this kind of entertainment in our space for the past 30 years. The Duplex has been the launchpad for many great performers and shows. We are so excited to be restoring our cabaret space after such a long and tragic absence with FERRY'S LANDING NYC." ---- FERRY'S LANDING NYC will be located at 61 Christopher Street, NYC 10014. Little House on the Ferry – The Musical, runs Tuesdays through Sundays at 7:30 PM (doors open at 6:00 PM) starting on Tuesday, October 15. The show runs approximately two hours. Fire Island Follies runs Tuesdays through Sundays at 9:30 PM. The Farandole dance party takes place Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with doors opening at 11:00 PM. Pricing and ticket packages, currently on sale, are available at FerrysLandingNYC.com. ---- Anthony Francavilla of FORM Theatricals serves as general manager. The producing team also includes Benjamin Feldman (Pippin, Company) and Julian R. Decker (Les Misérables, Sunset Boulevard, Love Never Dies). ---- Victoria Rae Sook (Director of Little House on the Ferry) is a renowned theatrical director best known for the Drama Desk Award-nominated Food of Love's Shake and Bake: Love's Labour's Lost and Midsummer: A Banquet (with Third Rail Projects) as well as Bristol Riverside and Scranton Shakespeare Festival among others. She specializes in creating unique experiences for audiences through her work as a director, producer, and designer. Rob Gould (Executive Producer and Little House on the Ferry creator) has devoted his life to marriage equality, from his beginnings as an Administrative Judge in New York City, to his life as a queer wedding officiant, playwright, and entrepreneur in Florida. He is making his debut in New York with Little House on the Ferry, which he has been developing for the last 14 years. Julian R. Decker (Production Catalyzer and Producer) is the founder of First You Dream, a theatrical catalyzer bringing bold new work to the stage. He began his career on Broadway in the revivals of Les Misérables and Sunset Boulevard as well as the La Jolla/Papermill productions of The Hunchback of Notre Dame. He now is bringing the future of Broadway to the stage. Tony DeCicco (Venue Owner) has run The Duplex since 1993 and has been a champion of cabaret, theater, and queer performance. |
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