THE 2008-2009 SEASON AT CITYSTAGE

The Rat Pack Is Back
at CityStage, October 7 – 12
This spirited tribute recreates one of the famous “Summit at the Sands” hotel shows, when the swingin,’ ring-a-ding group known as the “Rat Pack” was creating a hipster legend with a free-wheeling, no-holds-barred nightclub act starring Vegas’ four favorite sons: Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin and Joey Bishop. Written and produced by Sandy Hackett, son of legendary comedian Buddy Hackett, THE RAT PACK IS BACK features uncanny vocal recreations, unbridled time in history.

Menopause The Musical
at CityStage, November 5 – 16
The hilarious celebration of women and The Change, the original parody chronicles the meeting of four women at a lingerie sale at Bloomingdale’s with nothing in common but a black lace bra…and memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, hormones, not enough sex, too much sex and more. This joyful musical parody set to 26 classic baby-boomer songs from “Puff, My God, I’m Draggin” to the disco favorite “Stayin Awake, Stayin Awake” will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles. Whether you are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have already survived The Change, this show is a must-see!

Hoodwinked
at CityStage, November 22
It’s the most unbelievable and hilarious show you’ve ever seen. Hoodwinked’s cast of con men, cheats, and swindlers expose the secrets of the streets in one wild night of schemes and scams.  Think you have what it takes to spot the scams and outsmart the pros?  The laughs come fast and furious, and by the time the evening is over, pockets will be picked, minds will be read, and someone’s gonna get scammed.  Will it be you?  Don’t miss this rare chance to enter the world of shadows, secrets, and scams.

Sarge in I'm Black, But God Knows I'm Jewish
at CityStage, January 16 & 17
Imagine growing up a New York Jew, only to later discover that you’re also black. And you think you’ve got it rough! Take a laugh-filled ride through the life and mind of well-known funnyman, Sarge. Using stand-up, song and dead-on impressions, Sarge recounts his personally journey in his own voice…and dozens of entertaining others. His moving and social commentary consistently leaves audiences rolling in the aisles.

Mama’s Night Out
at CityStage, January 22- 24
You don’t have to be a mom to enjoy the hilarious comedy of these three ladies. Each a finalist in “Nick at Nite’s Search for the Funniest Mom in America” will leave you rolling in the aisles wanting more. MNO features a southerner, a sassy Brit and a native New Yorker in an eclectic blend of stand up comedy and audience participation. Join Karen, Nancy and Sherry as they tell their own stories individually and then come together to field questions and interact with the audience. Give yourself a “timeout” with Mama’s Night Out!

The Male Intellect: an oxymoron?
at CityStage, February 10 – 15
'Hilarious' is the only way to describe "THE MALE INTELLECT: an oxymoron?" You will laugh non-stop for ninety minutes as gifted actor/writer, Robert Dubac, ransacks his brain to answer the age old question, "What do women want?" His hit one-man show is a multi-character comedy with him playing all the roles.

Matt Lewis as Elvis: Long Live The King
at CityStage, March 3 – 8
Only one Elvis entertainer has been named "The Best Elvis in Vegas" by USA TODAY, and he’s coming to CityStage! Over the past ten years, Matt Lewis has headlined around the globe for the world-famous "Legends In Concert" show. The last five years have been at the Imperial Palace Hotel on the Las Vegas strip. Matt has also appeared on the Jay Leno show, been featured on several pages of Entertainment Weekly and starred in a major feature film entitled "Tears Of A King". There is no better talent than Matt Lewis to pay tribute to the great legacy of Elvis Presley. Don’t miss this electrifying performance.

Altar Boyz
at CityStage, March 17 – 22
Altar Boyz is the longest running new musical comedy to open in New York in years! Full of sharp parody, sinfully spectacular dancing, and irreverent humor, this spoof about a heavenly guy-group is adored by audiences and critics alike. With an extraordinary mix of side-splitting songs “convincing enough to be played on MTV,” uncontrollable laughs and lighthearted fun, this award-winning and totally original new musical is “90 minutes of pure delight” that's suitable for all ages and will have “the whole family laughing and singing along.”

Mother Load
at CityStage, April 15 – 19
Modern motherhood is not for sissies. This New York Magazine’s Critics’ Pick is a hilarious expose of the mom-eat-mom world of competitive parenting. Anyone who has fed their kids dinosaur chicken nuggets three times a week will identify with the “mother load” of guilt, and fellow perfectionists will cheer as they watch one mom free herself from it. Written by Amy Wilson, a mother of three, this frank, funny, and rather frightening adventure on the front lines of motherhood is required viewing for the overachiever in all of us. The Associated Press says “Wilson’s lament earns laughs and nods of recognition about the joys and tribulations of motherhood.”