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RANDY JOHNSON
Nationality: USA
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Literary Agent: Abrams Artists Agency represented by Ron Gwiazda
RAndy Johnson, a graduate of the USC School of Theatre in Los Angeles. For over 3 decades he has produced, directed or written some of the most groundbreaking and landmark events on the world stage.
Research: Member of the Dramatists Guild of America (as at 2015)
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One Night With Janis Joplin Playhouse Rocks!One Night With Janis Joplin
Synopsis:
a full-on concert experience and musical journey into the life and inspirations of one of rock 'n' roll's greatest legends. With a voice like whiskey and a laugh like pure joy, Janis Joplin took the music scene by storm. Simultaneously rough and vulnerable, Joplin was dubbed the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll, proving music wasn't just a man's world anymore. ONe NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN also shines a spotlight on the great African-American blues artists who influenced Janis' musical style and career, including Bessie Smith, etta James and Aretha Franklin. This new musical event includes a live onstage band and features Joplin hits and classic songs such as "Piece of My Heart," "Mercedes Benz," "Me and Bobby McGee," "Ball and Chain" and "Summertime" - creating a compelling portrait of an artist through the words and music of one of America's greatest Rock 'n' Roll icons.
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Portland Center Stage In Portland, Oregon May 2011
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Synopsis:
Acclaimed blues singer MARY BRIDGET DAVIES--nominated for a Tony this year in the "Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical" category for her Broadway lead in "A Night With Janis Joplin"--will return to The Pasadena Playhouse for four nights July 17-20. She first wowed Pasadena, CA crowds in 2013 with the Janis Joplin role, marking The Playhouse's highest-grossing production in its history. The new show, dubbed PLAYHOUSE ROCKS! with Tony Nominee Powerhouse MARY BRIDGET DAVIES, will incorporate Janis Joplin and Big Brother & The Holding Company hits, blues, rock and soul songs as well as music from some Ms. Davies' other favorite artists like Etta James, Al Green, Aretha Franklin, Joe Cocker, Jimi Hendrix, The Band and Amy Winehouse. The show--being curated by iconic MC5 guitarist Wayne Kramer, and featuring The Doors' guitarist Robby Krieger-will also have several surprise guest star appearances including Stephen Perkins (Jane's Addiction), Eric Gardner (Gnarls Barkley), Bob Mothersbaugh (Devo) and Carl Restivo (Tom Morello's Freedom Fighter Orchestra); for specific guest dates, continue to check out PasadenaPlayhouse.org.
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Musical- Rock concert
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