Posts by Jesse Manocherian
NIGHTCLUB CANTATA

This spring, I had the honor of producing (and SWINGING) the first New York production of Liz Swados’ seminal work NIGHTCLUB CANTATA at nancy manocherian’s the cell theatre in NYC. directed by original cast member Bill Castellino, this one was truly a dream come true.

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Jesse Manocherian
A Class Act TAKE 2

Finally, almost two years after our show was canceled on opening night (due to the pandemic), A CLASS ACT will be taking the stage at Theater Row from February 10-20. We have some new team members, but more heart than ever. Come see this sensational show about the love and joy of making musicals and following your heart.

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Jesse Manocherian
A Class Act

I am thrilled to be joining J2 Spotlight’s inaugural season for their production of A CLASS ACT as Bobby/Michael (Bennett!!). The show is full of heart and we run for 8 performances only in March.

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Jesse Manocherian
Winx Club

I have joined the cast of the hit cartoon WINX CLUB as the voice of Riven—something new and completely different. Click the link for a preview and be sure to catch it when season 8 premieres.

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Jesse Manocherian
Cabaret

WILKOMMEN!!! This fall I am heading to West Chester, PA to join the cast of Resident Theatre Co.’s production of CABARET as the Emcee—a role created by Joel Grey (on stage and screen) and indelibly marked by Alan Cumming (in the 1998 Broadway revival). Come hear the music play and see my first (of I hope many) turn in this ever timely piece the first three weekends in October.

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Jesse Manocherian
You Do Not Know Me

Michael and Dan’s Amazing Queer Songbook is a video compilation by the composer/lyricist team behind Marry Harry. I was so fortunate to be invited to sing in this beautiful trio about lost connection. (video in link)

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Jesse Manocherian
The Day Before Spring

This February, I played Alex Maitland in the new revision of Lerner & Loewe’s THE DAY BEFORE SPRING as part of the York Theatre’s legendary Musicals in Mufti series (click the link for a video!).

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Jesse Manocherian
NYIT Nomination

I am so thrilled to have been nominated for a NY Innovative Theatre Award (recognizing Off Off Bway) for playing Gordon in the Gallery Players’ A NEW BRAIN. In addition to my performance, the show was recognized with nominations for Best Featured Actor (Justin Phillips) AND Best Production of a Musical!!!

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Jesse Manocherian