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AARON TVEIT, STAR OF STAGE AND SCREEN, BRINGS SOLO CABARET SHOW TO SAN FRANCISCO’S MARINES’ MEMORIAL THEATRE
Presented by ‘Feinstein’s Presents’—Feinstein’s at the Nikko’s series showcasing world-class performers at larger venues throughout the Bay Area— the evening will feature songs and stories from throughout Tveit’s celebrated career
SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 • 8 P.M.
SAN FRANCISCO (July 17, 2018) — Aaron Tveit, star of stage and screen, will bring his solo cabaret show to San Francisco’s Marines’ Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) on Thursday, September 27 at 8 p.m. Presented by ‘Feinstein’s Presents’—Feinstein’s at the Nikko’s series showcasing world-class performers at larger venues throughout the Bay Area—this one-night-only event will feature songs and stories from throughout Tveit’s celebrated career. Tickets for Aaron Tveit are available by calling 866-663-1063 or visiting www.ticketfly.com. A limited number of meet-and-greet experiences are available and include a pre-show meet- and-greet with Aaron, one photo with Aaron, a VIP laminate, and an exclusive autographed event poster. To purchase a VIP upgrade*, visit: www.omgvip.com/aarontveit/. (*Must have already purchased a ticket to the show. The upgrade does not include a seat ticket.)
Aaron Tveit recently starred in the CBS comic-thriller, “Braindead,” where he played the male lead of Gareth, opposite Mary Elizabeth Winstead. Prior to that he starred in the Emmy awarded television musical, “Grease: Live,” where he played Danny Zuko opposite Julianne Hough and Vanessa Hudgens. Tveit also recently starred in the feature films “Out of Blue,” “Created Equal,” Better Off Single,” and “Undrafted.”
On Broadway he starred in Catch Me If You Can, in the role of Frank Abagnale Jr. and also created the role of Gabe in the Pulitzer Prize winning Broadway musical, Next to Normal, which he developed off-Broadway at the Second Stage Theatre and debuted on Broadway.
Tveit has received numerous honors for his work in theatre including the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Supporting Performance in Next to Normal and the Actors Equity Association Clarence Derwent Award for Most Promising Actor. Nominations included Distinguished Performance from the Drama League, Best Male Dancer from the Fred and Adele Astaire Awards, and Outstanding Featured Actor from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, all for his work in Catch Me If You Can.
In addition to Wicked and Hairspray on Broadway, he starred in the national tours of Hairspray and Rent. This past summer he portrayed the character of Bobby in Stephen Sondheim’s Company at the Barrington Stage Company. He is featured on the cast recordings for “Catch Me If You Can” and “Next to Normal,” as well as his solo album, “The Radio In My Head: Live at 54 Below.”
Tveit’s film credits include “Les Misérables,” where he was seen portraying the character Enjolras alongside Anne Hathaway, Hugh Jackman and Russell Crowe, “Premium Rush,” “Howl,” and “Ghost Town.” Television audiences know him from “Graceland,” and numerous guest starring roles on “The Good Fight,” “Gossip Girl,” “The Good Wife,” “Ugly Betty,” and “Law and Order: SVU.”
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ABOUT MICHAEL FEINSTEIN The two-time Emmy and five-time Grammy Award-nominated Michael Feinstein is considered one of the premier interpreters of American standards. His 200-plus shows a year have included performances at Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House and the Hollywood Bowl as well as the White House and Buckingham Palace. More than simply a performer, Feinstein has received national recognition for his commitment to celebrating America’s popular songbook and preserving its legacy for the next generation.
ABOUT THE MICHAEL FEINSTEIN GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK FOUNDATION Founded in 2007, The Michael Feinstein Great American Songbook Foundation is dedicated to increasing the appreciation for the Great American Songbook and preserving it through educational programs, Master Classes, and the annual High School Vocal Academy and Competition, which awards scholarships and prizes to students across the country.