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Let the Music Play On and On...
April and May had me getting back to my theater roots a bit. I was in a professional production of Niel Simon's "The Odd Couple" in Cleveland, Ohio. It had a short run and great audience reaction, and it was fun to be on stage again (in that way). I also had the privilege of working with one of this area's most respected actors and directors, Brian Zoldessy, who played Felix Ungar. I've been directed by Brian before, and had seen him in several productions, but it was a real treat to be on stage with him. And it is always my pleasure to be directed by my friend Fred Sternfeld. In fact, I'm sorta like a pitcher who prefers to work with a certain catcher in that regard. As an actor, I rarely do anything if Fred isn't involved. He knows how to catch me. And direct me. You can see pictures from the production on Fred's website at this link http://www.fredsternfeld.com/oddcouple.htm. I also had a great time working with Scott Hankins who played Oscar Madison. Scott and Fred and I were all theater majors together at Kent State back in the...well, a while ago. Scott hadn't gone on stage in about 18 years and I hadn't seen him in at least that long. Made some great new friends, too. All in all, I had a great time.
I was back in Columbus in May leading another Laughter Therapy workshop for Jewish Professionals. You always can see where I've been and what I did in my Calendar Archives.
The next major upcoming musical project is one for which I'm very excited! Friday, August 14, 2009, 8:00 PM - "Soul and Heart: A Two-Hour Festival of Folk, Blues and Pop-Gospel" in the Evans Amphitheater at Cain Park in Cleveland Heights, OH. The Woodstock spirit lives! Featuring Long Road(Cleveland's favorite and only 60s-style folk group), the Prayer Warriors (pop-gospel), Kristine Jackson (contemporary blues), and Noah Budin (acoustic singer-songwriter) playing individually and in various combinations with each other. General admission in advance $20 (Patron Series $17); day of show $23. On sale at Ticketmaster 4/24 (online, outlets, 800-745-3000). Cain Park Ticket Office opens May 30 for Cleveland Heights residents only; June 6 for all others.
By the way, Long Road is my brother David's band, Check him out at www.davidbudin.com.
We're working on a new page for the website - a Virtual Press Kit. The page is up, but there's not much on it, yet. It's still under construction. Leon, my webmaster, has been fabulous. The onus, at this point, is on me to get the materials together. I'll let you know when it's officially launched.
I'm always ready to book a gig with you, so give me a call! I know the economy is weak - I'll work with you. No entertainment budget? I'll work with you! Rabbi took away your credit card? I'll work with you! Barter for a gig? I'll work with you! Fly me in! Drive me in! Drag me in! Any way you can get me in, I'll work with you! I must be crazy!
As I say: Singing is not my sole means of income, but it's my soul means of income.
I hope to see you in your town. And remember: Sing Strong.
Noah