Feb 8
'DRAG: The Musical' Heads to LA in March, This Time with Joey McIntyre & Manila Luzon
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Pop music legend Joey McIntyre will return to the cast of "DRAG: The Musical" this March at the Bourbon Room in Hollywood, reviving the role of Tom Hutchinson he originated in the stage version of the show that debuted back in 2022. Also added to the cast is international drag icon Manila Luzon who will be taking on the role of Popcorn Scampi.
Back by popular demand, "DRAG: The Musical" will have a limited revival run in LA March 15-30, in advance of its upcoming NYC debut this fall (more details to come):
"DRAG: The Musical" plays at The Bourbon Room, 6356 Hollywood Blvd. in Los Angeles. Tickets are priced from $69.00 - $125.00.
McIntyre and Luzon will join the cast that includes Alaska Thunderfuck, Nick Adams, Jujubee, Jan Sport, Lagoona Bloo, Nick Laughlin, Jamie Torcellini, J. Elaine Marcos and Kayden Koshelev.
About returning to "DRAG: The Musical," Joey McIntyre said "I think I might be this show's biggest fan, and I'm psyched to do it again with this amazing cast at my favorite new venue, The Bourbon Room. Let's go!!"
"Theatre is the perfect place for a drag queen and I'm so excited to grace "DRAG: The Musical" with my beauty, wit, and humor," said Manila Luzon. "My castmates have already made the show a success, so I'm excited to play with them. Did I mention how excited I am to grace the show with my beauty? LOL!"
Watch the official promo to "DRAG: The Musical'
"DRAG: The Musical" tells the story of two rival drag bars that go head-to-head for survival amidst financial troubles. It is written by drag superstar Alaska Thunderfuck in collaboration with her longtime musical collaborators, certified platinum songwriter/producer Tomas Costanza and celebrity song stylist Ashley Gordon. The musical won Best New Play Or Musical at the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards and the 2023 Queerties Award for Live Theater.
"Joey McIntire stepping back into the spotlight as Tom Hutchinson is pure rock 'n' roll resurrection," said Tomas Costanza. "I'll tell you this, once that curtain goes up it will be like he never left the stage, bringing that same energy and passion that makes us believe in the magic of 'DRAG: The Musical' all over again! And let's talk about Manila Luzon joining the cast as Popcorn Scampi. She's not just a queen; she's a force of nature, bringing a tsunami of charisma, uniqueness, sass, and talent. Get ready for a performance that'll rock your world and redefine the crown in the kingdom of 'DRAG!'"
"'DRAG: The Musical' will be directed and choreographed by Emmy-nominated Spencer Liff, with lighting design by Jared A. Sayeg, costume design by Marco Marco, scenic design by Stephen Gifford, and projection design by Aaron Rhyne.
Along with Tomas Costanza, "DRAG: The Musical" is also produced by the producers of five-time, Tony-nominated sensation "Rock of Ages" (one of the longest running shows in Broadway history), and the owners of The Bourbon Room, Matthew and Hillary Weaver, Scott Prisand, and Janet Billig Rich. Additional co-production provided by Concord Theatricals, Paolo and Jodie Coppola, Aron and Gabe Alves-Tomko, Timothy Boynton, and Alvin Providence along with General Management team Kevin Bailey and Matthew Herrmann. Additional executive producers include David Charpentier, Jacob Slane and Ryan Aceto on behalf of Producer Entertainment Group
