REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY
P A L M S P R I N G S
SPECIAL EVENTS
BECKIE MENZIE & TOM MICHAEL
THE PIANO MEN
Sunday March 29th at 7:00 PM
Revolution Stage Company is thrilled to present the sensational musical event of the season: Beckie Menzie & Tom Michael in The Piano Men. Witness two of the nation’s most acclaimed and dynamic piano vocalists as they bring the iconic music of Billy Joel and Elton John to vibrant life in our intimate theatre. This is far more than a concert. With effortless charm, breathtaking harmonies, and virtuosic piano artistry, Menzie and Michael weave together the stories and smash-hit songs that defined a generation—from "Your Song" and "Rocket Man" to "Piano Man" and "Uptown Girl." Their joyful energy and deep connection create an unforgettable evening of nostalgia, laughter, and sheer musical brilliance. Perfect for a date night or a gathering of friends, this show promises a powerful, uplifting escape. Your ticket supports our mission to bring world-class talent to the Coachella Valley. Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary musical celebration. Secure your seats today for a night where every note feels like a memory.
Paul Motondo: YOU CAN TAKE THE BOY OUT OF BROOKLYN
Monday March 30th 7:00 PM
Get ready for a night of laughter, heart, and unforgettable stories as Paul Montaldo takes the stage in his hilarious and heartfelt one-man show, You Can Take the Boy Out of Brooklyn… With the rhythm of city streets and the warmth of family kitchens, Paul shares his journey from Brooklyn stoops to stages beyond, blending sharp wit with tender reflection. Through side-splitting anecdotes, quick character impressions, and moments of genuine vulnerability, he invites audiences to laugh, reminisce, and rediscover the beauty in where we come from. It’s a celebration of identity, resilience, and the humor that connects us all. Don’t miss this captivating evening of storytelling that proves no matter how far you travel, a piece of Brooklyn always comes with you.
AMERICAN MOOR - Green Room Theatre's Newish Shakespeare Festival
Friday April 3rd at 7:00 PM
A tour-de-force that has electrified audiences Off-Broadway and across the nation, Keith Hamilton Cobb's American Moor comes to the Coachella Valley as a centerpiece of Green Room Theatre's Newish Shakespeare Festival. This provocative, critically acclaimed one-man play offers a searing examination of race, Shakespeare, and the American theatrical experience . The premise is deceptively simple: a seasoned Black actor auditions for the role of Othello before a young white director. What unfolds is a powerful ninety-minute confrontation—not only between two men, but between centuries of tradition, assumption, and unspoken expectation. Cobb's alter ego addresses both the disembodied director and the audience directly, revealing the chasm between what is spoken and what is felt in the room . Winner of the AUDELCO Award for Best Solo Performance, the Elliot Norton Award, and an IRNE Award, American Moor transcends the audition room to explore who gets to make art, who truly understands Shakespeare's Moor, and what it means to love a canon that has never fully loved you back . Funny, furious, and deeply moving, this is essential theatre for anyone who cares about Shakespeare, race in America, or the transformative power of live performance. A singular theatrical event that demands to be witnessed.
COMO TE GUSTA (As Y'All Like It) Green Room Theatre's Newish Shakespeare Festival
Saturday April 4th 1:00 & 7:00 PM
Green Room Theatre Company, now in its sixteenth season of bringing professional theatre to the Coachella Valley, proudly presents a bold and bilingual reimagining of Shakespeare's most beloved comedy as part of the Newish Shakespeare Festival this April. Como Te Gusta (As Y'All Like It) transplants the Bard's enchanting tale of love, disguise, and self-discovery into the vibrant, bicultural landscape of the present-day desert Southwest. When Rosalinda is banished from her uncle's court, she flees to the liberating desert wilderness disguised as a young man named "Hombrecito." There, in a world where traditional rules dissolve under the wide desert sky, she encounters philosophers, fools, lovesick shepherds, and one very intriguing Orlando—all while navigating the delicious complications of being exactly who you are not. This inventive production honors Shakespeare's original text while weaving in Spanish language and regional cultural references, creating a theatrical experience that speaks authentically to our community's rich heritage. The result is both familiar and refreshingly new—a comedy that invites everyone into the joke. Witty, warm, and wonderfully irreverent, Como Te Gusta proves that love—and laughter—translate beautifully across any language. Join us under the desert stars for an evening of theatrical magic that truly belongs to all of us.
Live Taping of Naomi Grossman's AMERICAN WHORE STORY – Respect the Hustle
Thursday April 9th at 5:00 & 8:00 PM
The Emmy-nominated actress behind American Horror Story's most beloved character brings her award-winning solo tour de force to Revolution Stage Company for a very special live taping event. Naomi Grossman's American Whore Story – Respect the Hustle is a searingly honest, side-splitting chronicle of the decades she spent "whoring herself out" in Hollywood long before her overnight success as Pepper . Winner of the BroadwayWorld Award for Best Solo Production, this critically acclaimed one-woman show pulls back the curtain on the real meaning of the word "whore"—the hustler, the grafter, the one who will do whatever it takes . From driving a Red Bull van into a shopping mall to teaching inappropriate Spanish lessons, from a romance with a bipolar South American to a transformative acid trip at Burning Man, Grossman leaves no stone unturned . But at its heart, this is a love letter to the fans who catapulted her to #1 on IMDb and a testament to the resilience required to survive an industry that eats its young . Now, you have the rare opportunity to be part of history as we tape this performance for future audiences. Witness the raw, unfiltered, and wildly entertaining journey of a woman who finally learned to stop compromising—and found herself along the way . As Off-Broadway critics rave, "This is a one-of-a-kind performance from a one-of-a-kind person. Not to be missed" . Respect the hustle. Be in the room where it happens.
Billy L'Amour in A LITTLE L'AMOUR - Directed by Robert Johanson
Friday April 10th 7:00 PM
After a sold-out season of original theatrical productions in Palm Springs — including Christmas Mammaries, Witch Please!, her hit weekly residency Cabaret L’Amour at The Velvet Rope Hotel, and her recent turn as Fastrada in Pippin — internationally ignored showgirl Billy L’Amour returns to the stage with a newly directed version of her signature solo show, A Little L’Amour, directed by acclaimed theater artist Robert Johanson. Blending powerhouse live vocals, comedy, dance, and storytelling, A Little L’Amour is a heartfelt and hilarious cabaret experience that explores romance, resilience, and the pursuit of fabulousness through the eyes of a globe-trotting diva who’s loved deeply, lost spectacularly, and lived to sing about it. Featuring Broadway favorites, international classics, and Billy’s signature parody numbers, this theatrical evening opens and closes with the show’s titular anthem — reminding us that in a world that always asks for more… sometimes a little L’Amour is everything. Palm Springs audiences are invited to enjoy this special preview performance before the show heads to Los Angeles on April 18.
Robert Johanson’s
CONFESSIONS OF AN AGING JUVENILE!
Wednesday April 15th at 7:00 PM
World-renowned director Robert Johanson celebrates his Diamond Jubilee with a dazzling evening of stories, music, and theatrical memories drawn from 75 years in show business. In this intimate and entertaining event, Johanson invites audiences behind the curtain to share the remarkable journey of a life devoted to the stage. With warmth, wit, and a bit of delicious backstage gossip, he reflects on his extraordinary career performing in and directing more than 300 productions around the world. Throughout the evening, Robert will share unforgettable stories from working with legendary stars including Ann Miller, Mickey Rooney, Eartha Kitt, Chita Rivera, and many more icons of stage and screen. From glamorous opening nights to hilarious rehearsal mishaps and unforgettable backstage moments, this evening offers a rare glimpse into the personalities and magic of classic show business. The program also features special guest performances by Tim Ewing, Gary Schwartz, Jenne Carey, and Billy L’Amour, along with rare film clips and archival moments from Robert’s career. Providing the musical accompaniment for the evening is the fabulous Kurt Jordan at the piano, bringing the stories and songs to life. Part cabaret, part memoir, and part theatrical time capsule, Confessions of an Aging Juvenile promises laughter, nostalgia, music, and a few sparkling secrets from behind the velvet curtain.
