New York, NY- MGC Productions is seeking people within the LGBT community that have a unique or interesting coming out story to tell. This is for a new documentary and reading that MGC Productions will be producing. If you have an unusual coming out story please contact MGC Productions at www.martingouldcummings.com or martigouldcummings@gmail.com
MGC Productions is a fiscally sponsored company founded and directed by Martin Gould Cummings and Anthony Hollock (Hair). MGC Productions is bringing LGBT rights to the forefront with new and innovative theatre, music, and art. To view Broadway Speaks OUT, the online talkshow, with interviews of your favorite broadway stars visit www.youtube.com/user/mgctheatrecompany
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Thursday, March 26, 2009
New Logo, Anthony on cover of Backstage, & The Movement Theatre Company
Lots to talk about in this blog.
1st I have to thank my friend Imani Denson-Pittman for designing this fabulous new logo for MGC Productions & Broadway Speaks OUT...
2nd the new issue of backstage magazine is on sale now at any news stand and it has my partner and love anthony on the cover as well as fellow hair tribe members ato, maya, and theo! congratulations guys! there is an awesome interview with all of them inside as well!
3rd-my dear dear friend jo and david invited me to see a show tonight called Blacken the Bubble down at Dixon Place.
what an awesome show! very powerful and real. it really made me think about how our society stands in terms of racial acceptance. this play really spoke to me about how as a human race we need to stand up for each other and not judge based on color race religion or sexuality.
thank you to david and his theatre company the movement theatre company for producing this and also a very huge thank you to eric lockley for writing the script. great job cast and crew and Deena selenow on directing!
check out the movement theatre company at www.themovementtheatrecompany.org as well as www.spaceonwhite.com
1st I have to thank my friend Imani Denson-Pittman for designing this fabulous new logo for MGC Productions & Broadway Speaks OUT...
2nd the new issue of backstage magazine is on sale now at any news stand and it has my partner and love anthony on the cover as well as fellow hair tribe members ato, maya, and theo! congratulations guys! there is an awesome interview with all of them inside as well!
3rd-my dear dear friend jo and david invited me to see a show tonight called Blacken the Bubble down at Dixon Place.
what an awesome show! very powerful and real. it really made me think about how our society stands in terms of racial acceptance. this play really spoke to me about how as a human race we need to stand up for each other and not judge based on color race religion or sexuality.
thank you to david and his theatre company the movement theatre company for producing this and also a very huge thank you to eric lockley for writing the script. great job cast and crew and Deena selenow on directing!
check out the movement theatre company at www.themovementtheatrecompany.org as well as www.spaceonwhite.com
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
amazing parents
check out my friend josh's parents...they are instinct magazines parents of the month
http://instinctmagazine.com/mom-of-the-month/family-matters-the-desjardins-pose-proudly.html
http://instinctmagazine.com/mom-of-the-month/family-matters-the-desjardins-pose-proudly.html
RuPaULS DRAG RACE
The winner is Bebe Zahara Benet...but Nina Flowers is a winner to me as well.
Both of these ladies embody class, poise, and beauty. Congratulations to both of them.
In edition RuPaul needs to be thanked for paving the way and being a leader in the art of drag performance.
Monday, March 23, 2009
HAIR at our house...lots of fun
MGC Productions hosted a star studded fundraiser to kick off our fight for LGBT rights through entertainment. The cast of HAIR performed beautifully for this event. The evening was hosted by Hair tribe member Anthony Hollock and Martin Gould Cummings who head MGC Productions.
Thank you to the cast of HAIR...MGC productions next event will be Broadway Speaks OUT on April 20th at The Duplex
Night of a Thousand Gowns aka gay tranny christmas
i went to the most fabulous event last night called 'Night of a Thousand Gowns'. 3 very amazing people and I ventured on over to the Marriot Marquee to attend this STAR studded event. how david,jo,sydney and i did not die from the shock of all the beauty in the room, or the famous people, or the drag glamor, or the pain of our high heels i have no idea!
this evening was GAY TRANNY CHRISTMAS!!! never in my life have i seen so many drag queens, and this was not your run of the mill lip synching gal with a package...this was a room full of true elegant ladies. ladies who give their hard earned dollars to good causes, ladies who design fabulous wardrobes for this event, ladies who gracefully walk to runway and show the world who they are.
the people who attend and sponsor, and make this event possible are true heroes to not only the gay community but to the world at large.
guest of the hotel kept looking on in shock as we mingled around but everyone held their head high. and proudly showed their craftsman ship for making such beautiful clothing and jewelry for the evening. if you get a chance look up the imperial court of ny and attend this event next year.
this years performers ranged from jackie hoffman to bebe zarah, nina floweres, rebecca glasscock, chris seiber, michelle williams of destinys child and many other very talent artist.
this night will truly go down in my mind as one of the most inspiring evenings i have ever had.
thank you imperial court of ny!
The Imperial Court of New York is a social, fundraising organization which has raised and donated back into the community millions of dollars to both social and health support organizations. In addition to their own fundraising, they often lend support and talent to other organizations in their ventures by performing, selling raffles, or just adding beauty and style. The mission of the Imperial Court is to raise funds for organizations including those supporting the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgendered community, HIV/AIDS services and youth enrichment programs. It was all started in 1984 by it's founder, Empress I Jose, the Widow Norton she declared herself, starting the long line of Emperors and Empresses since then.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Gay Dads On Birth Certificate
"Gay Dads Must Appear on Birth Certificate, Judge Rules
By Julie Bolcer
A federal judge has given Louisiana 15 days to add the names of two out-of-state fathers to the birth certificate of the Shreveport-born son they adopted.
U.S. District Judge Jay Zainey maintains that because the adoption by Oren Adar and Mickey Ray Smith became formal in New York, the adoption law of that state applies. Gay couples can list both names on their child’s birth certificate in New York.
Louisiana officials counter that under state law, two single people cannot adopt a child. The state is asking the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to overturn the ruling and to halt Judge Zainey’s order.
In addition, a bill prefiled in the legislature on Tuesday would make it illegal to create a birth certificate for anyone who did not meet Louisiana’s adoption laws. Only single people or married couples may adopt in the state."
-THE ADVOCATE
As someone who wants to be a parent someday I am so proud of this conservative state making this move.
Thank you Louisiana for showing the rest of our country that gay parenting is okay.
The state of Arkansas made a law this year outlawing such actions so it is a powerful stance for another southern to speak up and stand out for gay rights!!! woohoo
By Julie Bolcer
A federal judge has given Louisiana 15 days to add the names of two out-of-state fathers to the birth certificate of the Shreveport-born son they adopted.
U.S. District Judge Jay Zainey maintains that because the adoption by Oren Adar and Mickey Ray Smith became formal in New York, the adoption law of that state applies. Gay couples can list both names on their child’s birth certificate in New York.
Louisiana officials counter that under state law, two single people cannot adopt a child. The state is asking the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to overturn the ruling and to halt Judge Zainey’s order.
In addition, a bill prefiled in the legislature on Tuesday would make it illegal to create a birth certificate for anyone who did not meet Louisiana’s adoption laws. Only single people or married couples may adopt in the state."
-THE ADVOCATE
As someone who wants to be a parent someday I am so proud of this conservative state making this move.
Thank you Louisiana for showing the rest of our country that gay parenting is okay.
The state of Arkansas made a law this year outlawing such actions so it is a powerful stance for another southern to speak up and stand out for gay rights!!! woohoo
JUDY GOLD IS MOMMY QUEEREST
i am so excited for judy golds show at joes pub!!!
1st of all i want to see this but i also want to see her on the r family cruise! how much fun would that be?
i saw judy host defying inequality and she is just fabulous. she is also going to do my talk show when she has a free time but lord she is busy!
if you have a chance please please go see this show at joes pub!!!
http://broadwayworld.com/article/JUDY_GOLD_IS_MOMMY_QUEEREST_Comes_To_Joes_Pub_320_20090320
1st of all i want to see this but i also want to see her on the r family cruise! how much fun would that be?
i saw judy host defying inequality and she is just fabulous. she is also going to do my talk show when she has a free time but lord she is busy!
if you have a chance please please go see this show at joes pub!!!
http://broadwayworld.com/article/JUDY_GOLD_IS_MOMMY_QUEEREST_Comes_To_Joes_Pub_320_20090320
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Mr. Broadway 2009! The Broadway Beauty Pageant
The 2009 contestants are James Brown III (Mr. Little Mermaid), Adam Fleming (Mr. Wicked), Anthony Hollock (Mr. Hair), Tony James (Mr. Lion King), David Larsen (Mr. Billy Elliot), Jonathan Sandler (Mr. Mary Poppins) and John Selya (Mr. Guys & Dolls).
Past winners include Frankie James Grande (Mr. Mamma Mia) and Marty Thomas (Mr. Xanadu), who are both set to perform.
The Broadway Beauty Pageant is written and conceived by Jeffery Self and directed by Ryan J. Davis, with musical direction by Sonny Paladino. The evening is produced by Ryan J. Davis, Jeffrey Self and Wil Fisher in association with Tim Hur.
Proceeds will benefit the Ali Forney Center, the nation's largest and most comprehensive organization dedicated to homeless LGBT youth.
Tickets, priced $50-$1,000, are available by visiting SymphonySpace.org.
Ryan J Davis and Jeffery Self are both good friends of mine and I am so happy that they run this pageant. It is not only a great way to showcase broadway but it helps an amazing organization.
The Ali Forney Center helps the homeless youth within the LGBT community. During these hard economic times it is very important to support causes like this.
Thank you ryan and jeffery!!!
OOO and plus my partner, the love of my life, Anthony, is Mr. Hair...so keep your fingers crossed for him that night!!!
If you have the opportunity to attend this event do it! support a good cause!!!
Past winners include Frankie James Grande (Mr. Mamma Mia) and Marty Thomas (Mr. Xanadu), who are both set to perform.
The Broadway Beauty Pageant is written and conceived by Jeffery Self and directed by Ryan J. Davis, with musical direction by Sonny Paladino. The evening is produced by Ryan J. Davis, Jeffrey Self and Wil Fisher in association with Tim Hur.
Proceeds will benefit the Ali Forney Center, the nation's largest and most comprehensive organization dedicated to homeless LGBT youth.
Tickets, priced $50-$1,000, are available by visiting SymphonySpace.org.
Ryan J Davis and Jeffery Self are both good friends of mine and I am so happy that they run this pageant. It is not only a great way to showcase broadway but it helps an amazing organization.
The Ali Forney Center helps the homeless youth within the LGBT community. During these hard economic times it is very important to support causes like this.
Thank you ryan and jeffery!!!
OOO and plus my partner, the love of my life, Anthony, is Mr. Hair...so keep your fingers crossed for him that night!!!
If you have the opportunity to attend this event do it! support a good cause!!!
RIP Natasha Richardson
From broadwayworld.com
A spokesman for the family of Natasha Richardson says the actress, who had been critically injured in a ski accident, has died.
Alan Nierob of Rogers & Cowan said in a statement Wednesday night: "Liam Neeson, his sons, and the entire family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Natasha. They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time."
Richardson's family was with her at Lenox Hill Hospital, her relatives continued an emotional vigil by her bedside all day Wednesday before she died. Richardson was 45 years old.
Family members had gathered at the New York City hospital where the Tony-winning actress was taken with a serious head injury after falling on a Canadian resort ski slope.
Neeson had immediately left the Toronto set of his upcoming movie, "Chloe," to be by her side in Montreal, a publicist for the film said in a statement.
Nearly 24 hours after Richardson took a fall that a Tremblant spokesperson said looked harmless enough, media reports had varied widely concerning her condition with a few saying she was brain dead and one sadly claiming she passed away from her injuries.
Richardson was the wife of Liam Neeson, and the daughter of legendary actress Vanessa Redgrave. She had two sons with Neeson.
Richardson made her feature film debut as Mary Shelley in Ken Russell's "Gothic" (1986). Her performance caught the attention of director Paul Schrader, who cast her in the title role in "Patty Hearst" (1988), In 1995 she co-starred with Jodie Foster and Liam Neeson in "Nell" (1994) and, in 1998, in "The Parent Trap" (1998) with Dennis Quaid. Her recent films include "Blow Dry" (2001) released in 2001, and Ethan Hawke's "Chelsea Walls" (2001).
Natasha Richardson won the 1998 Tony Award for her celebrated performance in the Roundabout Theater Company revival of Cabaret and was also Tony-nominated for her starring role in the revival of Anna Christie. Other Broadway credits include Closer and A Streetcar Named Desire.
The New York Post's Michael Riedel reported in his 'On Broadway' column last month that the mother and daughter team of Vanessa Redgrave and Natasha Richardson had such a wonderful time performing in the Roundabout gala benefit reading of Stephen Sondheim's "A Little Night Music" last month that they were hoping to team up again for a full-fledged revival on Broadway next year.
All of us here at BroadwayWorld.com are deeply saddened to hear of the tragic loss. Our thoughts are with the entire Neeson, Redgrave and Richardson families.
Photo Credit: Walter McBride/Retna Ltd.
A spokesman for the family of Natasha Richardson says the actress, who had been critically injured in a ski accident, has died.
Alan Nierob of Rogers & Cowan said in a statement Wednesday night: "Liam Neeson, his sons, and the entire family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Natasha. They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time."
Richardson's family was with her at Lenox Hill Hospital, her relatives continued an emotional vigil by her bedside all day Wednesday before she died. Richardson was 45 years old.
Family members had gathered at the New York City hospital where the Tony-winning actress was taken with a serious head injury after falling on a Canadian resort ski slope.
Neeson had immediately left the Toronto set of his upcoming movie, "Chloe," to be by her side in Montreal, a publicist for the film said in a statement.
Nearly 24 hours after Richardson took a fall that a Tremblant spokesperson said looked harmless enough, media reports had varied widely concerning her condition with a few saying she was brain dead and one sadly claiming she passed away from her injuries.
Richardson was the wife of Liam Neeson, and the daughter of legendary actress Vanessa Redgrave. She had two sons with Neeson.
Richardson made her feature film debut as Mary Shelley in Ken Russell's "Gothic" (1986). Her performance caught the attention of director Paul Schrader, who cast her in the title role in "Patty Hearst" (1988), In 1995 she co-starred with Jodie Foster and Liam Neeson in "Nell" (1994) and, in 1998, in "The Parent Trap" (1998) with Dennis Quaid. Her recent films include "Blow Dry" (2001) released in 2001, and Ethan Hawke's "Chelsea Walls" (2001).
Natasha Richardson won the 1998 Tony Award for her celebrated performance in the Roundabout Theater Company revival of Cabaret and was also Tony-nominated for her starring role in the revival of Anna Christie. Other Broadway credits include Closer and A Streetcar Named Desire.
The New York Post's Michael Riedel reported in his 'On Broadway' column last month that the mother and daughter team of Vanessa Redgrave and Natasha Richardson had such a wonderful time performing in the Roundabout gala benefit reading of Stephen Sondheim's "A Little Night Music" last month that they were hoping to team up again for a full-fledged revival on Broadway next year.
All of us here at BroadwayWorld.com are deeply saddened to hear of the tragic loss. Our thoughts are with the entire Neeson, Redgrave and Richardson families.
Photo Credit: Walter McBride/Retna Ltd.
Natasha Richardson
over the past few days every website I go on makes mention of the horrible accident that has happened to Tony winner Natasha Richardson. many reports have been made about her condition and what state she is in. this is sad and horrible news to hear, this beautiful, talent, young, and vibrant person has been affected by this tragedy.
pray for natasha, her husband liam, her mother vanessa, her sister jolie, and her children.
our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Michael Ian Black coming on the show today!!!
today is the day of the michael ian black interview...i am ready! finally.
all of my interviews are about broadway people so this is a 1st.
i got the interview when he called me a tranny haha sooo this should be interesting.
stay tuned for the full interview post late tonight!
Monday, March 16, 2009
striptease
for some reason when i was a kid i loved the movie striptease...
well guess what...i got it on netflix and am watching it.
demi moore is hot...if she had a dick i would be all over that.
i have had the great opportunity to meet her before and she looks even hotter in person!!!
well this movie is just fabulous. the outfits...the exoticness.
when i was 10 i wanted to be demi moore cause of this movie.
why did my parents let me watch it hahaha...
she is a ho and that little witch of a daughter of hers is even in it! rumor was much cuter then!
go rent this movie. it shoulda won an oscar or something.
HOLY CRAP!!! i just read that this won like a bazzilion razzie awards...eewwwwwwwwwww nOOOOOO
tomorrow is the day of michael ian black
for those of you don't know, i am interviewing michael ian black tomorrow cause of some words he said about me in a blog of his.
to be hosted i am very nervous.
i do not think he is homophobic but he said some kinda not nice things and i have never been so anxious about one of my interviews before.
oh crap!
to be hosted i am very nervous.
i do not think he is homophobic but he said some kinda not nice things and i have never been so anxious about one of my interviews before.
oh crap!
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Friday, March 13, 2009
homelessness in nyc
so i have lived in nyc for almost 4 years now. obviously i have always seen homeless people here in the city but recently it seems you have to walk over them to get anywhere. this deeply saddens me as i think, isnt nyc and the usa the wealthiest place in the world? why then do i see homeless families on the street.
i will tell you why...we are in a mess of an economy and the government will not put the money where it needs to be.
our citizens are being thrown out on the streets due to lay offs and high rent and mortgage prices. we must fix this. stand up and help. these people need to be shown dignity and respect. help the homeless and combat injustice!
i will tell you why...we are in a mess of an economy and the government will not put the money where it needs to be.
our citizens are being thrown out on the streets due to lay offs and high rent and mortgage prices. we must fix this. stand up and help. these people need to be shown dignity and respect. help the homeless and combat injustice!
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
the death of lawerence king
over a year ago i was very moved by ellen degenerous tribute to lawarence kings.
this young man did not deserve to die and it deeply saddened me to hear about this story bc i related to this young man. when i was his age i had the same feelings he did. this poor young person and the poor boy who killed him...its just sad
this young man did not deserve to die and it deeply saddened me to hear about this story bc i related to this young man. when i was his age i had the same feelings he did. this poor young person and the poor boy who killed him...its just sad
tyra banks and gays
trya banks had an episode about people who hate being gay on the show.
now we seriously are living in a fucked up world if people hate themselves for who they are. we need to embrace and love everyone for the way they were made for this earth. i really feel for these poor people who hate being gay and hate themselves for themselves...go watch the movie prayers for bobby on lifetime it is a great example of all of this
now we seriously are living in a fucked up world if people hate themselves for who they are. we need to embrace and love everyone for the way they were made for this earth. i really feel for these poor people who hate being gay and hate themselves for themselves...go watch the movie prayers for bobby on lifetime it is a great example of all of this
ANTHONY HOLLOCK IS RAINBOW WARRIOR
SOOOOOOOOOOO you all know my loving partner/husband is fabulous! well he has these fabulous videos called RAINBOW WARRIOR...check it out bc they are amazingly inspiring!
APRIL 20TH THE DUPLEX BE THERE
BROADWAY SPEAKS OUTLIVE AT THE DUPLEX
APRIL 20th 9:30 PM
The Duplex Theatre
61 Christopher Street
TICKETS:
$10
www.theduplex.com
FEATURING
MARISSA PERRY (Hairspray), JAY ARMSTRONG JOHNSON & LAUREN ELDER (HAIR)
JUSTIN STONEY, DONNEL JAMES FOREMAN (MAMMA MIA TOUR)
WITH A SPECIAL SURPRISE GUEST
Hosted by MARTIN GOULD CUMMINGS
TO BENEFIT BROADWAY IMPACT & MGC PRODUCTIONS
gavin creel
gavin,jenny,rory,and scott have an amazing organization called broadway impact! they will be at our next concert on april 20th!!! help support their cause for marriage rights in ny state!!!
RuPAULS DRAG RACE
TAMMIE BROWN IS A GODDESS
ya'll need to watch rupauls drag race. it is the funniest show. i stayed up til 4am watching 3 episodes in a row. i am sad tammie was booted off but happy that other bitch was...i cant even remember her name.
but mercy mercy they had michelle from destinys child on that show...wtf...kelly wasnt available?
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
new rewards program
Hi Everyone,
So you all know that MGC Productions recently put on a production of Midtwenties: The Show and is also producing a monthly concert series, Broadway Speaks OUT. In edition to all of this we run a talk show and are looking into producing LGBT plays in NYC and in communities that don't hear the LGBT message very often.
I know times are tough right now but making a tax deductible donation to MGC Productions can really help us accomplish all of our goals. We are starting a members rewards program!!!
For donations of $20 or more you will be listed on our website.
For $50 or more you will be listed on our website and in all of our show programs.
For $100 or more you will have this plus 10% off ticket prices to ANY production that is put on by our organization.
Remember we are a small fiscally sponsored group and EVERY donation you make it tax deductible, just follow the provided link.
Thanks and Blessings,
MGC PRODUCTIONS & Martin Gould Cummings
https://www.fracturedatlas.org/site/contribute/donate/2022
So you all know that MGC Productions recently put on a production of Midtwenties: The Show and is also producing a monthly concert series, Broadway Speaks OUT. In edition to all of this we run a talk show and are looking into producing LGBT plays in NYC and in communities that don't hear the LGBT message very often.
I know times are tough right now but making a tax deductible donation to MGC Productions can really help us accomplish all of our goals. We are starting a members rewards program!!!
For donations of $20 or more you will be listed on our website.
For $50 or more you will be listed on our website and in all of our show programs.
For $100 or more you will have this plus 10% off ticket prices to ANY production that is put on by our organization.
Remember we are a small fiscally sponsored group and EVERY donation you make it tax deductible, just follow the provided link.
Thanks and Blessings,
MGC PRODUCTIONS & Martin Gould Cummings
https://www.fracturedatlas.org/site/contribute/donate/2022
Sunday, March 8, 2009
mgc
MGC Productions is a fiscally sponsored organization that was designed to bring exciting gay themed theatre to the main stream. Through theatre we hope to show the world the voice of the LGBT community. It is our mission to make passionate, political, and entertaining productions to let people know our voices are being heard.
1 guy 1 cup
this has got to be the most disturbing video i have ever seen. it is just horrible!
so here is our reaction...mind you michael has seen this before...i have not...
so here is our reaction...mind you michael has seen this before...i have not...
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
MIDTWENTIES
every night was sold out...the audience loved it...jenn and elliot and justin kick ass
anthony directing was beautiful
josh and kayla were fabulous
lanie and manhattan theatre source...i can not thank you enough
oh ps...britney is back on tour...wtf
anthony directing was beautiful
josh and kayla were fabulous
lanie and manhattan theatre source...i can not thank you enough
oh ps...britney is back on tour...wtf
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