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The Doris Dear Christmas Special

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The Triad Theater, 158 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023

The Doris Dear Christmas Special “An Animated Christmas”

This year Doris Dear and her friends celebrate the holidays with a song fest full of music from all the great animated holiday specials. From ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ to ‘Bob’s Burgers” some of the jolliest music is brought to the stage at The Triad Theater by some of the greatest singers from Broadway, jazz, the opera and more.

Join Doris Dear and her friends in the Rumpus Room this December for the holiday celebration like no other!

“She was the perfect hostess for this delicious Christmas party.”— Cabaret Scenes Magazine

Approx Running Time: 75 Minutes Genre: Music, Holidays, Christmas, Drag, Comedy

Please Note: the venue has a 2-beverage minimum per person.

$45 | $6.40 Fees

Doris Dear Christmas Special

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The Triad Theater, 158 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023

The Doris Dear Christmas Special “An Animated Christmas”

This year Doris Dear and her friends celebrate the holidays with a song fest full of music from all the great animated holiday specials. From ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ to ‘Bob’s Burgers” some of the jolliest music is brought to the stage at The Triad Theater by some of the greatest singers from Broadway, jazz, the opera and more.

Join Doris Dear and her friends in the Rumpus Room this December for the holiday celebration like no other!

“She was the perfect hostess for this delicious Christmas party.”— Cabaret Scenes Magazine

Approx Running Time: 75 Minutes Genre: Music, Holidays, Christmas, Drag, Comedy

Please Note: the venue has a 2-beverage minimum per person.

$45 | $6.40 Fees

Doris Dear's Gurl Talk 9:30pm

St George Theater, 35 Hyatt St , Staten Island, NY 10301

General Admission Only

THIS EVENT IS IN THE VG LOUNGE There will be a $20 drink/food minimum the evening of the show. Seating is limited, we strongly encourage purchasing tickets in advance.

The VG Lounge is in the lower level of the lobby area, which requires the use of a staircase. An electric powered chair lift is available for access to and from the lounge area for those who may need assistance.

If you're looking for a show that's equal parts heartwarming and hilarious, look no further than "Doris Dear's Gurl Talk" starring award-winning TV host, storyteller, singer and comedian Doris Dear. Doris Dear is a popular character created by native Staten Islander, Ray DeForest. "Doris Dear's Gurl Talk" is a blend of music, comedy, and storytelling, where she regales audiences with tales from her past in Staten Island and insights into the world. Her performances, known for their infectious humor and Broadway belting, making her a beloved figure in the theater community. VG Lounge Cabaret and Beyond Series

$37.05

Doris Dear's Gurl Talk 7pm

St George Theater, 35 Hyatt Street, Staten Island, NY 10301

DORIS IS GOING HOME TO STATEN ISLAND!

I have been asked to perform for the first time in my hometown of STATEN ISLAND at the St. George Theater on OCTOBER 14th at 7pm and 9:30pm at their "Cabaret & Beyond Series @ The VG Lounge" I am so excited. I will be doing 2 shows in one evening. Tickets are limited so grab a seat now by SCROLLING DOWN TO MY SHOW DATES!

$35 – Two Drink Minimum 2 shows 7pm

Anti-Drag Laws and the Future of Cosplay

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New York Comic Con (NYCC), 429 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001

Could new anti-drag legislation being introduced in states across the U.S. make cosplay a crime? Join Fashion Law Institute founder and Fordham Law School Professor Susan Scafidi, award-winning drag icon and fashion influencer Ray DeForest/Doris Dear, comic artist, musician, and voice actor Afua Richardson (Eisner Award-winning Black Panther: World of Wakanda), Media Coalition Executive Director David Horowitz, and Jen King, cosplayer, co-owner of the Eisner-nominated award-winning Space Cadets Collection Collection, and Comic Book Legal Defense Fund board member, as they discuss the latest developments in drag bans and the cultural connections between drag and fandom fashion. Room 406.2

Doris Dear's Gurl Talk 'Slightly Sondheim'

The Triad Theater, 158 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023

Doris Dear brings her smash hit new show that premiered at The Provincetown Cabaret Festival to NYC! Her award-winning brand of singing, matched with storytelling of her growing up on Staten Island with her parents Taffy and Duke, to the Triad Theater with songs by Stephen Sondheim.

Doris is a 3-time MAC Award winning performer as well as a Telly and Communicator Award winner for her series that is now in Season 4 streaming on BroadwayOnDemand.

Grab a ticket, order a cocktail and settle in for “Slightly Sondheim” with Doris Dear.

Approx Running Time: 70 Minutes Genre: Drag, Comedy, Music, Storytelling

Please Note: the venue has a 2-beverage minimum per person.

$30 | $4.60 Fees

TEACHING! Doris Dear/Ray DeForest teaches "The Influential Host"

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In a delightful reunion of two lifelong friends and seasoned performers, myself and Angela Lomangino find ourselves at the esteemed Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank, New Jersey. Our shared history dates back to our time performing together at the University of Maryland and our thrilling adventures in summer stock theater together. Angela, the visionary behind TV Talent 3, has consistently set a remarkable standard in teaching acting to both children and adults. Now, joined together, we embark on an exciting endeavor. On July 24th at 6:30pm, I will lead a special class as part of the series "The Influential Host." With my award-winning host skills, I will share my expertise and guide aspiring hosts interested in pursuing careers on TV, social networks, and beyond. It promises to be an invaluable opportunity to learn from a true master of the craft and ignite the passion for hosting within all who attend.

The Doris Dear Christmas Special Live streaming!

The annual tradition returns! Doris Dear brings her friends from Broadway, Jazz, Opera and more into the Rumpus Room to celebrate “Christmas through the Decades”. Downtown Magazine said “As I walked into the sparkling holiday lights I knew that the world was going to be ok as long as Doris Dear had a say!”. Settle in for a fun, nostalgic evening full of holiday spirit!

Make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association on Ray DeForest's page.

Digital Program

CAST:Doris Dear, Aaron Lee Battle, Eve Eaton, Meg Flather, Emily Kate Gentile, Crystal Kellogg, Karen Mack, Jana Robbins, and Wendy Russel

MUSICIANS: Christopher Koelzer - Piano / Conductor; Michael Raposo - Reeds; Camille Enderlin - Violin; Robert Guilford - Drums

DIRECTOR: Lina Koutrakos, Musical Director Blake Allen

PRODUCER: Ray DeForest

RUNTIME (minutes): 75 minutes

YEAR (filmed):2022

$7.99

The Doris Dear Christmas Special Live streaming!

The annual tradition returns! Doris Dear brings her friends from Broadway, Jazz, Opera and more into the Rumpus Room to celebrate “Christmas through the Decades”. Downtown Magazine said “As I walked into the sparkling holiday lights I knew that the world was going to be ok as long as Doris Dear had a say!”. Settle in for a fun, nostalgic evening full of holiday spirit!

Make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association on Ray DeForest's page.

Digital Program

CAST:Doris Dear, Aaron Lee Battle, Eve Eaton, Meg Flather, Emily Kate Gentile, Crystal Kellogg, Karen Mack, Jana Robbins, and Wendy Russel

MUSICIANS: Christopher Koelzer - Piano / Conductor; Michael Raposo - Reeds; Camille Enderlin - Violin; Robert Guilford - Drums

DIRECTOR: Lina Koutrakos, Musical Director Blake Allen

PRODUCER: Ray DeForest

RUNTIME (minutes): 75 minutes

YEAR (filmed):2022

$7.99

The Doris Dear Christmas Special Live streaming!

The annual tradition returns! Doris Dear brings her friends from Broadway, Jazz, Opera and more into the Rumpus Room to celebrate “Christmas through the Decades”. Downtown Magazine said “As I walked into the sparkling holiday lights I knew that the world was going to be ok as long as Doris Dear had a say!”. Settle in for a fun, nostalgic evening full of holiday spirit!

Make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association on Ray DeForest's page.

Digital Program

CAST:Doris Dear, Aaron Lee Battle, Eve Eaton, Meg Flather, Emily Kate Gentile, Crystal Kellogg, Karen Mack, Jana Robbins, and Wendy Russel

MUSICIANS: Christopher Koelzer - Piano / Conductor; Michael Raposo - Reeds; Camille Enderlin - Violin; Robert Guilford - Drums

DIRECTOR: Lina Koutrakos, Musical Director Blake Allen

PRODUCER: Ray DeForest

RUNTIME (minutes): 75 minutes

YEAR (filmed):2022

$7.99

The Doris Dear Christmas Special Live streaming!

The annual tradition returns! Doris Dear brings her friends from Broadway, Jazz, Opera and more into the Rumpus Room to celebrate “Christmas through the Decades”. Downtown Magazine said “As I walked into the sparkling holiday lights I knew that the world was going to be ok as long as Doris Dear had a say!”. Settle in for a fun, nostalgic evening full of holiday spirit!

Make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association on Ray DeForest's page.

Digital Program

CAST:Doris Dear, Aaron Lee Battle, Eve Eaton, Meg Flather, Emily Kate Gentile, Crystal Kellogg, Karen Mack, Jana Robbins, and Wendy Russel

MUSICIANS: Christopher Koelzer - Piano / Conductor; Michael Raposo - Reeds; Camille Enderlin - Violin; Robert Guilford - Drums

DIRECTOR: Lina Koutrakos, Musical Director Blake Allen

PRODUCER: Ray DeForest

RUNTIME (minutes): 75 minutes

YEAR (filmed):2022

$7.99

The Doris Dear Christmas Special Live streaming!

The annual tradition returns! Doris Dear brings her friends from Broadway, Jazz, Opera and more into the Rumpus Room to celebrate “Christmas through the Decades”. Downtown Magazine said “As I walked into the sparkling holiday lights I knew that the world was going to be ok as long as Doris Dear had a say!”. Settle in for a fun, nostalgic evening full of holiday spirit!

Make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association on Ray DeForest's page.

Digital Program

CAST:Doris Dear, Aaron Lee Battle, Eve Eaton, Meg Flather, Emily Kate Gentile, Crystal Kellogg, Karen Mack, Jana Robbins, and Wendy Russel

MUSICIANS: Christopher Koelzer - Piano / Conductor; Michael Raposo - Reeds; Camille Enderlin - Violin; Robert Guilford - Drums

DIRECTOR: Lina Koutrakos, Musical Director Blake Allen

PRODUCER: Ray DeForest

RUNTIME (minutes): 75 minutes

YEAR (filmed):2022

$7.99

The Doris Dear Christmas Special Live streaming!

The annual tradition returns! Doris Dear brings her friends from Broadway, Jazz, Opera and more into the Rumpus Room to celebrate “Christmas through the Decades”. Downtown Magazine said “As I walked into the sparkling holiday lights I knew that the world was going to be ok as long as Doris Dear had a say!”. Settle in for a fun, nostalgic evening full of holiday spirit!

Make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association on Ray DeForest's page.

Digital Program

CAST:Doris Dear, Aaron Lee Battle, Eve Eaton, Meg Flather, Emily Kate Gentile, Crystal Kellogg, Karen Mack, Jana Robbins, and Wendy Russel

MUSICIANS: Christopher Koelzer - Piano / Conductor; Michael Raposo - Reeds; Camille Enderlin - Violin; Robert Guilford - Drums

DIRECTOR: Lina Koutrakos, Musical Director Blake Allen

PRODUCER: Ray DeForest

RUNTIME (minutes): 75 minutes

YEAR (filmed):2022

$7.99

The Doris Dear Christmas Special Live streaming!

The annual tradition returns! Doris Dear brings her friends from Broadway, Jazz, Opera and more into the Rumpus Room to celebrate “Christmas through the Decades”. Downtown Magazine said “As I walked into the sparkling holiday lights I knew that the world was going to be ok as long as Doris Dear had a say!”. Settle in for a fun, nostalgic evening full of holiday spirit!

Make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association on Ray DeForest's page.

Digital Program

CAST:Doris Dear, Aaron Lee Battle, Eve Eaton, Meg Flather, Emily Kate Gentile, Crystal Kellogg, Karen Mack, Jana Robbins, and Wendy Russel

MUSICIANS: Christopher Koelzer - Piano / Conductor; Michael Raposo - Reeds; Camille Enderlin - Violin; Robert Guilford - Drums

DIRECTOR: Lina Koutrakos, Musical Director Blake Allen

PRODUCER: Ray DeForest

RUNTIME (minutes): 75 minutes

YEAR (filmed):2022

$7.99

The Doris Dear Christmas Special Live streaming!

The annual tradition returns! Doris Dear brings her friends from Broadway, Jazz, Opera and more into the Rumpus Room to celebrate “Christmas through the Decades”. Downtown Magazine said “As I walked into the sparkling holiday lights I knew that the world was going to be ok as long as Doris Dear had a say!”. Settle in for a fun, nostalgic evening full of holiday spirit!

Make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association on Ray DeForest's page.

Digital Program

CAST:Doris Dear, Aaron Lee Battle, Eve Eaton, Meg Flather, Emily Kate Gentile, Crystal Kellogg, Karen Mack, Jana Robbins, and Wendy Russel

MUSICIANS: Christopher Koelzer - Piano / Conductor; Michael Raposo - Reeds; Camille Enderlin - Violin; Robert Guilford - Drums

DIRECTOR: Lina Koutrakos, Musical Director Blake Allen

PRODUCER: Ray DeForest

RUNTIME (minutes): 75 minutes

YEAR (filmed):2022

$7.99

The Doris Dear Christmas Special Live streaming!

The annual tradition returns! Doris Dear brings her friends from Broadway, Jazz, Opera and more into the Rumpus Room to celebrate “Christmas through the Decades”. Downtown Magazine said “As I walked into the sparkling holiday lights I knew that the world was going to be ok as long as Doris Dear had a say!”. Settle in for a fun, nostalgic evening full of holiday spirit!

Make a donation to the Alzheimer's Association on Ray DeForest's page.

Digital Program

CAST:Doris Dear, Aaron Lee Battle, Eve Eaton, Meg Flather, Emily Kate Gentile, Crystal Kellogg, Karen Mack, Jana Robbins, and Wendy Russel

MUSICIANS: Christopher Koelzer - Piano / Conductor; Michael Raposo - Reeds; Camille Enderlin - Violin; Robert Guilford - Drums

DIRECTOR: Lina Koutrakos, Musical Director Blake Allen

PRODUCER: Ray DeForest

RUNTIME (minutes): 75 minutes

YEAR (filmed):2022

$7.99

The Doris Dear Christmas Special

The Triad Theater, 158 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023

Telly Award winner, Doris Dear is BACK! LIVE! The annual sold out tradition returns for a LIVE IN PERSON show full of holiday cheer! This year Doris Dear brings her many friends into the Rumpus Room to celebrate “Christmas through the Decades” celebrating the holidays from the 1900's until now. Wrap yourself in holiday cheer at the show New York Cabaret Today called “a sensation!”, Orlando Weekly called “…perfect”, Cabaret Scenes called “…A merry dance down memory lane” and Downtown Magazine said “As I walked into the sparkling holiday lights of New York City, I knew that the world was going to be ok as long as Doris Dear had a say!”. Grab a ticket and settle in for a fun, nostalgic evening full of holiday spirit! It's "The Doris Dear Christmas Special"!

2-drink minimum.

Running time: 60-75 minutes

Please note: There is a 2 drink minimum at the theater. You are buying tickets that are not refundable or exchangeable. Please review our additional purchase policies.

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NEWS!!! NEWS!!! NEWS!!!

Have you heard! My Award winning series "Doris Dear's Gurl Talk" is streaming SEASON 4 on BroadwayonDemand!!! Delicious cocktails, interviews, backstage stories and more! Watch the first 3 seasons on my YOUTUBE channelHIT THE LIKE & SUBSCRIBE BUTTON and don't miss a single episode! #dragqueen #series #broadway #jazz #theater #housewife #interviews