Emperor's New Clothes Update

Hello all,
So after my third rehearsal, and only 2 more left before tech and dress rehearsal week.. (SCARY!)..the show is going ok. I have come to terms with my Jester-ness, and am enjoying playing this goofy role, he actually is more that a clown, he has feelings and, actually the show has a twist ending, and I have a huge part in that. :) Traveling to Long Island for the rehearsals is something new and different for me. If I can manage to grab a seat on the train all is great. The director, Tommie Gibbions, is a fun fella to work with, and his dog is wonderful to have backstage! :) I am enjoying the cast, each and every person is PERFECT for their role. I am pretty much off book, and am polishing up the character. Nothing to huge to talk about yet, I am sure after next weekend, I will start filling up these blog with how the last minute changes effect my life.
Last weekend I went to Gettysburg, Pa with my doggies, we had a blast they loved running free, and actually seeing grass and trees. We mainly went there to go Ghost Hunting, I know it sounds weird. But its totally awesome! Got some great photos, hopefully I might be able to get them off my camera, and show you guys some.
Tonight I am going to see my dear friend Katie Klaus in her 3rd Broadway show, A Catered Affair. Break a leg Katie, and Congrats on yet another!
So that is about it, life is busy, complicated, and everyday I learn something new.

Thanks!

The Emperor's New Clothes

I got a NEW SHOW!!! YAY!!!! I was hired by Plaza Theatrical, http://www.plazatheatrical.com/index.html, to do their production of The Emperor's New Clothes. I am very excited to join their cast and crew for this. The production runs From April 12th-May 15th. See below for ticket purchasing! :) I will be playing Chester the Jester. I will start rehearsal this Sunday, and lets hope all goes well. I will keep you informed along the way and give you updates.

Information-

http://www.plazatheatrical.com/plaza_theatrical_006.htm

You can purchase Tickets on http://www.theatermania.com/ or call (516) 599-6870.

Tickets are only $10, so its totally worth it to see me...

Summary-

The Emperor’s New ClothesOne of Hans Christian Andersen’s finest tales about a “wise old” ruler, who was excessively fond of new clothes and two swindlers. The swindlers bamboozle the Emperor into wearing a suit of clothing that is invisible only to fools. The swindlers in the meantime pretend to weave a magnificent suit, but of course do not. Naturally, since the Emperor did not want to appear ignorant, he wore his new outfit in a parade and, or course, made an even bigger fool of himself. This fabulous musical adaptation was presented on CBS-TV!

Matthew Burton

So its official! I changed my professtional name! Matthew Benjamin was taken at AEA, so I decided to changed it so that its the same in all unions, since I joined AFTRA! YAY!!! So now maybe I will start getting some GREAT jobs! LOL.... I can only hope! :) But Matthew Burton, I am looking at in a couple different views; 1) a new journey, 2) a step in the right direction, and 3) a dedication to my father. So to all of those who do read this, sorry if you loved Matthew Benjamin, but I am still him, as your friend and person, but on stage, I am Matthew Burton, (kinda superhero like!). lol... I am SUPER pumped to be apart of AFTRA, and I can't wait for the work to start! :)