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This
film was initially created for, and screened at, various memorial
services, which were held in honor of the beloved actor and female
impersonator shortly after his untimely passing on August 24th, 2004. PAUL WEGMAN: A Tribute contains a collage of still photographs from every phase of Paul’s life and career as well as seldom seen Video clips of, not only his appearances on stage as Miss P, but also from many of his critically acclaimed legitimate theatrical performances at virtually ever theater in town, including, but not limited to, The Orlando Shakespeare Festival, The Footlight Theater, The Ice House Theater, VCC, SCC, and Theater Downtown. Additionally the film features Wanzie conducted interviews with such notables as Jeff Horn, David Lee, Jim Helsinger, Darcel Stevens, Joe Swanberg, Becky Fisher, Chris Robison, Sam Singhaus, Chantel Rachae, Chris Guy, Margaret Nolan, Scottie Campbell, Pam Baumann, Miriam P. Saunders, DOUG, Mary Higgins, Beth Marshall, Bobbie Bell, Brianna Lee, Judy Milam, Catherine Goodisson, Philip Johnson, Michael Walters, Don Granatstein, Susan Unger, Scott Carter, Bruce Ground, and others. The film also features original underscoring by composer Rich Charron. PAUL WEGMAN: A Tribute was made in cooperation with Paul’s brother David Wegman, who provided many photos and mementos from Paul’s youth, which have never been seen by the general public accept as they appear in this film. Directed and Edited by Jason Piecarskie and Michael Wanzie of Lantern Light Studios, PUAL WEGMAN A Tribute won the award for Best Documentary Short at the Fire Island Film Festival - a division of the prestigious Long Island Film Festival - and was the main fundraising tool utilized in establishing The Paul Wegman Memorial Acting Scholarships for gay & lesbian theater majors at both Seminole Community College and Valencia Community College. It is clear that Paul Wegman was concerned for the GLBT youth of Central Florida, and Paul lent his name and his talents to the biggest, most successful fundraisers GLBCC – The Center ever held; GayEscape Cruises - “P” on The Sea! We at the WANZeGRAM feel certain Paul would be thrilled that his performances are still generating interest and much needed funds to benefit these two organizations behind which he would surely be putting his full support were he still among us. Come out and see the film in “The House that “P” Built” – The Parliament House, while at the same time, aiding in the build-out of a safe haven youth meeting space at The Center.
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| Orlando’s
claim to having some of the nation’s most popular theme parks will
surely remain intact with the impending visit of rising star LESLIE
JORDAN when he brings his own version of an amusement joy ride to the
Footlight Theater @ The Parliament House on Tuesday, July 8 at 8:00
P.M. for one night only. But let’s be perfectly clear on one
thing ... there’s won’t be any kiddie attractions at this ferris wheel
of fun. In fact, in all fairness, this show has to be declared
off limits for those with less than 21 years of life experience under
their belts. Jordan’s new stage production “MY TRIP DOWN THE PINK
CARPET” certainly has a magical journey tone to it’s title, but it’s
content is a far cry from any Disney-esque renderings. The diminutive dynamo and acclaimed Emmy award winning television star (Will & Grace), having conquered multitudes of performance mediums on the strength of his own unique character and convictions, is in the midst of a banner year of exciting, new career achievements. His sassy, one-of-a-kind Southern branded humor and innate storytelling abilities has brought Jordan legions of fans through his memorable performances on stage, television and film. Unapologetically and to a great extent, lovingly, Jordan gives his Southern heritage and how it provided the basis for his adult values, its rightful due. Directed by Hollywood stage veteran DAVID GALLIGAN and produced by Los Angeles, CA based REACTION PRODUCTIONS, Jordan’s near 30 year performing resume’ is filled with indelible appearances on numerous television shows both as a series regular and guest star. Best known on the small tube for his portrayal of the irascible nemesis to Karen Walker, Beverley Leslie on Will & Grace, he has registered memorable guest stints on such well known series as Boston Legal, Ugly Betty, Reba and Murphy Brown. Equal acclaim has come from Jordan’s hilarious yet poignant and humane portrayals on stage and film. His most enduring turn as Brother Boy in the hit cult film classic Sordid Lives as well as his one-man autobiographical stage renderings “Like a Dog on Linoleum” and Hysterical Blindness and other Southern Tragedies That Have Plagued My Life Thus Far” have hailed Jordan with well deserved accolades for his unique voice and talent. Jordan’s new stage work is based upon his most recent creative endeavors; this time as a published author. Having taken feathered plume to hand to commit to pages (and the Ages) his first book, which bears the same title as the current stage show. Both are an autobiographical compilation of witticisms and wisdoms he has collected along his often turbulent yet touching life course. The “trip” is saturated with star encounters as well; show biz legends CLORIS LEACHMAN and FAYE DUNAWAY along with co-stars RUE McCLANAHAN, BOY GEORGE, PAUL HOGAN, MARK HARMON, BEVERLY D’ANGELO and current screen legend GEORGE CLOONEY make his written journey a true “cause celebre” and are mixed in with his encounters with a colorful assortment of family, friends and bands of “Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves” all of whom Jordan is more than willing to “Cher”. The show was recently hailed in New York as a ‘tour de force”. Published by Simon & Schuster, Inc., the narrative voice is unmistakable, vintage Jordan, doing what he does best; traipsing his way down the path he was destined to take, with no apologies and fewer regrets. In the process, Jordan hits more than a few potholes along the way while rendering a life experience filled with raucous humor, wild abandon, trials and tribulations and anecdotal tidbits that are often painfully honest but forthrightly shared with the integrity only a man of his spiritually awakened sense and resolve could possess. Jordan’s show is in the middle of a 28 city run throughout North America. “My Trip Down the Pink Carpet” will continue through summer and will culminate with an early August run in Provincetown, MA . Other play dates for the show, accompanying book signings and special appearances will include West Coast urban centers, the Heartland, the Deep South and beyond to the capitols of neighboring Canada. REACTION MARKETING & PROMOTIONS, INC. is the marketing and producing partner for Jordan’s latest ventures. REACTION President DAVE MORGAN is serving as Executive in Charge of Production on all aspects of the touring show, book promotions and merchandising in association with Jordan and his management team as well as his publishers at SIMON & SCHUSTER, INC. Tickets for the Orlando engagement at the Parliament House’s Footlight Theatre, located at 410 N. Orange Blossom Trail, are available by visiting www.wanzie.com/boxoffice. Specific information on the show’s tour schedule can be found by visiting Jordan’s website at www.thelesliejordan.com. Tickets are just $43.00 and available
for purchase now!
More on Leslie Jordan on the web: www.TheLeslieJordan.com |
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Just
in time for dinner, the 2008 multi-sell-out Fringe hit comes to The
Parliament House by popular demand! It’s Donna Reed meets Medea as Janine Klein (Monorail Inferno, My Pal Bette) stars in John Ryan’s (My Pal Bette) hilariously campy look at the sinister side of TVLAND’s happiest sitcom family. Also featuring Tim Debaun (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) as the father who should know best but is a little too preoccupied with a certain sassy waitress, Brittany Berkowitz* (The Little Dog Laughed) as the delightful daughter who’s a little too popular with the boys, and John Ryan as the all-American son with a strange fascination with Rock Hudson. Will matriarch Vicki (Klein) be able to keep everyone smiling? Will daddy accept his children’s indiscretions? Or will they all just end up dead? Find out at the Orlando Fringe’s Brown Venue this May. Don’t forget to wash your hands first! 1st
prize Winner of the 2008 Rollins College
Friends of the Annie Grant Program! Fringe sell-out award winner! Directed
by Yvette Kojic
(Life in Stages, My Pal Bette, Rumors) Written by John Ryan "It sets the bar for fabulosity"
-Margaret Nolan, Kangagirl Productions L.L.C. "Give this family a theme song and 8 PM time slot of their own." -Al Pergande, Ink19.com
All shows at the Footlight Theatre The Parliament House |