Richard Gray : Composer

OCTOBER 15, 2009 - LOVE IS LOVE at the Maltz Theatre in Jupiter, FL

LOVE IS LOVE with Music and Lyrics by Richard Gray and Martin Charnin played at the Maltz Theater in Jupiter, FL starring Andrea Mcardle (Broadway's original "Annie").

FALL, 2009 - JOSEPH and WHITE CHRISTMAS at the 5th Avenue Theater

Richard was featured in three productions at the 5th Avenue as "Potiphar" in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT and "Ralph Sheldrake" in WHITE CHRISTMAS and Professor Figment in ON THE TOWN. Visit www.5thavenue.org for information and tickets.

Summer, 2009 - DAS BARBECU at ACT Theatre

ACT Theatre's DAS BARBECU with Musical Direction by Richard Gray.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2009 - COCKTAIL NUTS at ACT Theatre

The first of what is to become a monthly series of Monday night cabaret evenings spotlighting the best of Seattle musical theater hosted by Richard Gray featured musical programs by Anne Allgood, Jessica Skerritt, "Nightclub Gentlemen" and Anthony Fedorov with appearances by Bill Robison and Myrna Conn. Plans are underway for more concerts beginning in August, 2010. Info for upcoming shows at www.acttheatre.org.

APRIL 23, 2009 - SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at the 5th Avenue Theatre

Richard plays the dual roles of "Mr." and "Charles Redmond" in 5th Avenue Theatre's production of SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE. Directed by Sam Buntrock, this innovative production features a dazzling Tony-nominated design with the original 1984 full orchestration (conducted by Ian Eisendrath) and starring Hugh Panaro and Billie Wildrick. A must see!

MARCH 12, 2009 - Opening night of HELLO DOLLY at the 5th Avenue Theatre

Richard played the role of "Rudolph" (headwaiter at the Harmonia Gardens) in 5th Avenue Theatre's new production of HELLO DOLLY starring Jennifer Lewis and "Almost Live" star Pat Cashman.

FEBRUARY 6, 2009 - Musical Courses w/ Richard Gray & Lisa Dupar

Move over Butcher Block - the piano is rolling into the Redmond night kitchen! Lisa Dupar and Richard Gray paired his original music “courses” with her lyrical dishes to inspire quite a fun night of kitchen entertainment. Five songs paired with five courses (and, of course, wine). Check out Lisa's website for the phenomenal menu!

http://www.duparandcompany.com/classes-recipes/events.php

CALL IT HOME: THE MUSIC OF RICHARD GRAY Released

CALL IT HOME: THE MUSIC OF RICHARD GRAY (a new CD from Portland-based singer Susannah Mars) is now available through LML Music. Also, "Hanukkah Gloves" is still available to purchase as a single on many online sites including iTunes, Amazon and CDbaby. It is also a featured track on CAROLS FOR A CURE, VOL. 10 (available through BC/EFA).

JANUARY 24-25, 2009 - SHOWTUNES! A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE

Rich will be playing "Alfie Byrne" in A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE, directed by Frances Leah King at the Kirkland Performing Arts Center as part of Showtunes Theatre Company's 4th season. Based on the film starring Albert Finney, it tells the story of Alfie Byrne, a bus driver living in 1960's Dublin. A passionate Oscar Wilde fan, Alfie is determined to stage a version of Wilde’s Salome at his church, despite the objections of church authorities. In the process of fighting for the play, Alfie is finally forced to confront his homosexuality and take his place in the world. For more information visit www.showtunestheatre.org

AUGUST 17, 2008 - Rich directs Randy Rogel's THE GYPSY KING

Rich directs a reading of Randy Rogel's THE GYPSY KING (starring Eric Ankrim) as part of the Village Theatre's Festival of New Musicals