Salem Under the Stars 2024
Friday, September 13, 2024
at Gardenworks Farm (1055 County Rte 30, Salem, NY 12865)
6:00PM - Food & Beverage Service Begins
6:30PM - Mainstage Performances Begin
About the Show:
Salem Under the Stars is an open-air fundraiser concert featuring Broadway's Brennyn Lark (Six, Les Miserables), Nathan Lucrezio (Cinderella, Aladdin, The Who's Tommy, Diana: The Musical) and Dan Galliher on piano, with appearances by Rebecca Paige, Courtnie Harrington, and Ryan Coburn. Singer-songwriter Jaynie Parmenter will perform pre-show entertainment starting at 6:00PM. Read more about our performers below!
Seated at tables scattered throughout the farm’s iconic raspberry fields, guests will enjoy wine, custom cheese plates, and live entertainment while supporting the arts in Washington County. Limited seating is available. In the event of rain, the event will be moved to Fort Salem Theater and patrons will be contacted via email.
Salem Under the Stars is hosted and generously sponsored by Gardenworks Farm. The event is co-chaired by Susi Thomas, Meg Southerland, and Kyle West.
The event is sold out. For questions, contact the box office at 518-854-9200.
About The Performers:
Brennyn Lark recently made headlines on Broadway with her performance in the smash hit musical “SIX,” captivating audiences as Catherine Parr with her powerful rendition of "I Don't Need Your Love." Her Broadway debut in 2015 as the iconic Éponine in “LES MISÉRABLES” launched her career straight out of college. Since then, Brennyn has headlined international stages, most notably starring as Deena Jones in London's beloved “DREAMGIRLS,” directed by Fort Salem Theater alumnus Casey Nicholaw.
Brennyn originated the role of Tzipporah in “PRINCE OF EGYPT” alongside composer Stephen Schwartz (“WICKED,” “GODSPELL,” “PIPPIN”), and has dazzled in regional productions of “JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR” as Mary Magdalene, “LIGHT IT UP,” and “A WONDERFUL WORLD. “She also shines on screen with a recurring role in the Emmy Award-winning series "THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL." Her extraordinary talents have been showcased on prestigious platforms, including "THE MACY’S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE," "THE TODAY SHOW," "GOOD MORNING AMERICA," "STRICTLY COME DANCING," and "THE SHERRI SHEPHERD SHOW," earning her global acclaim.
Nathan Lucrezio is a distinguished Broadway performer with four major credits to his name, including roles in “CINDERELLA,” ALADDIN,” THE WHO’S TOMMY,” and “DIANA: THE MUSICAL.” His acclaimed performance as Andrew Morton in “DIANA: THE MUSICAL” was not only broadcast globally on Netflix, but also preserved on the Original Cast Recording, with his powerful rendition of "The Words Came Pouring Out."
Beyond Broadway, Nathan has showcased his versatility across the country in the National Tour of “A CHORUS LINE” and in celebrated productions like “THE LIFE” at New York City Center, “SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE” at North Shore Music Theatre, “GUYS AND DOLLS” at The Kennedy Center, and his one-man show “THE RIFERDANCER” at The Green Room 42. His talent has also graced the small screen, with appearances on “The Equalizer,” “First Wives Club,” and the hit series “Smash.”
A Cambridge native, Nathan returns to Fort Salem Theater after creating “THE BEST OF BROADWAY” in 2008 and his dynamic solo cabaret performance in 2009.
Rebecca Paige is a visiting guest artist of Fort Salem Theater who returns as the title role in "THE DROWSY CHAPERONE" after performing in FST’s "NEXT TO NORMAL" (Diana) in 2021. Rebecca lived and performed in New York City for 7 years, working at Radio City Music Hall, co-created a cartoon which was an official selection at the New York Television Festival, was a founding member of a comedy troupe, and starred in several cabarets, including her own one-woman show. She has appeared across the country in "THE MAN OF LA MANCHA" (Aldonza), "JEKYLL & HYDE" (Lucy – Column Award Nomination), "OKLAHOMA!" (Ado Annie), "EVITA" (Eva Peron – Column Award Nomination), "THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE" (Miss Dorothy), "THE DROWSY CHAPERONE" (Janet van de Graaf), "URINETOWN" (Hope Cladwell), "DISASTER THE MUSICAL" (Jackie Noelle), and "A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE" (Mrs. Patrick – Column Award Nomination), among others. Ms. Paige has performed with Rubber Road New York, The Triad Theatre Manhattan, Le Comedy de Parkside Queens New York, The Firehouse Theater, Theatre Britain, The Dallas Theater Center, Theatre Arlington, Runway Theatre, The Dallas Children's Theater, and Uptown Players. As an actor for Crunchyroll, Inc, she has also done voiceover work for several international TV series and Anime films.
Courtnie Harrington most recently appeared as The Baker's Wife in "INTO THE WOODS" at Fort Salem Theater, where she became an Artistic Associate in 2022 and was invited to the Board of Directors in 2023. A Washington County native, Courtnie trained at The Institute for American Musical Theater in New York City after graduating from Greenwich High School. While in NYC, she was the hair designer for Hudson Classical Theater’s productions of "PRIDE AND PREJUDICE" (Lydia Bennet) and "SENSE AND SENSIBILITY" (Charlotte Palmer). Her recent credits include "SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD" (Woman 2) at SLOC, and at Fort Salem Theater: "THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK" (Edith Frank), "PRIDE AND PREJUDICE" (Lizzy Bennet), "BRIGHT STAR" (Alice Murphy), "I LOVE YOU BECAUSE" (Marcy Fitzwilliams), and "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM" (Peter Quince). Courtnie also originated the role of Kayla Charter in "SOLSTICE: A NEW MUSICAL" last May with Company of Curiosities.
In addition to performing, Courtnie directed Fort Salem Theater's "GODSPELL" and "FOOTLOOSE" and has served on the production teams of numerous shows, including "THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD" (Stage Manager) with iTheatre Saratoga, and at Fort Salem Theater: "SPRING AWAKENING" (Stage Manager/Hair Designer), "CORN!" (Lighting Designer), "PIRATES OF PENZANCE" (Stage Manager/Lighting Designer), and "AGNES OF GOD" (Stage Manager).
Dan Galliher (Accompanist) returns to Fort Salem Theater, where he recently music directed the acclaimed production of "GODSPELL."
His extensive music-directing credits in the Capital Region include "SPRING AWAKENING," "SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD," "THE WILD PARTY," "IN THE HEIGHTS," "CABARET," and "SEUSSICAL," all at Schenectady Light Opera Company, along with numerous other theater events and concerts.
A versatile musician, Dan is also a sought-after audition accompanist and pit orchestra drummer.
By day, he is an arts educator, directing the middle school band and jazz band at the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk school district.
Jaynie Parmenter recently appeared as the title character in Fort Salem Theater’s “MARY POPPINS.” She is a professional creative, working in graphic design, music and theatre. She graduated from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City (2020) where she studied musical theatre. Notable credits include: “BEETHOVEN: LIVE IN CONCERT” (Vivaldi/Ensemble) at Fort Salem Theater, choreographing “DEAD MAN DANCE” for Dirty Sweater Productions’ feature film this year, directing “101 DALMATIONS KIDS” and “FINDING NEMO KIDS” at VES, 2017 Jimmy Awards Nominee, 2017 inaugural Proctors High School Musical Theatre Awards “Best Actress” winner for her role as Mary Poppins, and Annabel McAlistair in “THE DOLLS OF NEW ALBION” (Off Broadway).
Ryan Coburn, a talented 13-year-old student from Salem Central School, made waves as Ariel in Fort Salem Theater and Lunch, Learn & Play's co-production of "THE LITTLE MERMAID JR.," amassing an impressive 162,000 views on YouTube.
Her passion for performance extends beyond the local stage, having recently showcased her talents internationally in Germany with the Salem Festival Chorus.
Ryan's diverse stage experience also includes roles in "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM," "THE ADDAMS FAMILY," and a standout performance as Nala in "THE LION KING JR."