Launching tonight. The Universe is a Small Hat is an interactive, participatory, space-colony musical/dance party. It's unlike any other event you've gone to. Tonight, 7pm, Oct 4th, we launch into space, and have a big old-fashioned dance party afterwards. Discount tickets tonight only with the code "colonist." You can also hop aboard 10/27, 11/10, 11/17, 12/1 (sold out), 12/8 (sold out), 12/31 (w/ New Year's Eve open bar!), and 1/5/2015. I'll see you up there.
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The Future of Storytelling // Windmill Factory
I had the absolute pleasure of working with The Windmill Factory this past week as a part of the 4th annual Future of Storytelling summit. We engaged 500 guests in a 2-day immersive theater initiation. And we made it rain.
Back at It // The Universe is a Small Hat // What Happened to Summer?
After a solid month in Edinburgh with Party in the USA!, and a few extra weeks seeing some of what Paris, Lyon, Berlin, and London have to offer, I'm back in New York. Travel is fun and all, but it's good to be home.
Up next, I'm teaming up with friend, and pseudo-family member César Alvarez on a 4 month long workshop of The Universe is a Small Hat, an interactive space colony musical. I have the pleasure of working with long-time Witness Relocation member and one-time roommate Sam Pinkleton, who is on as the choreographer. We will be having play tests some Mondays this fall and winter at Babycastles. First performance next Monday Sept 29th.
The Reviews Are In // It's a Party Fer Sure // They Love It
Of Party in the USA! Broadway Baby says, "The cast is brilliant, the definition of dynamism... it deserves to be one of the most talked-about shows of the fringe." The List says, "Forceful, intelligent, theatrically ambitious and a sharp assault on the absurdities of the American dream." And Theatre Fullstop says that Laura Moss and I have "impeccable" German accents, and that we make "the funniest German duo." I'll take it.
If you find yourself in Edinburgh this month, stop on by the Fringe to see us strut our stuff. Every day til Aug 25th // 3pm // Underbelly's Topside Theater - right off Bristo Square. I'll take you to the secret bar where the cast and crew goes into debt. Tix here.
Party in the USA // We're Here in Edinburgh // Fringe 2014
We're 4 performances in, and having a blast in Edinburgh. This is JV Squad's first time at the Fringe, and we are surrounded by some of the most amazing performers from all over the world. If you find yourself in Lothian, come on by. We perform at Topside Underbelly, just off Bristo Square, every day thru Aug 25th at 3pm (not Aug 11). Get yo tix babies.
Party in the USA // #MissionMiley // Submit!
Hello Partiers. Party in the USA is back in rehearsals in anticipation of our run in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this August! There will be drinking. There will be dancing. There will be economic collapse. If you're in Scotland this August, COME SEE OUR MOVES. We perform July 30th - August 25th, at the Underbelly in Bristo Square. 3pm. Every day save Aug 11th. Tix are cheap.
Submit your Miley videos! We are holding a contest for Party in the USA videos! Get your camera, get your friends, grab a ukelele, grab your shih tzu, and record yourself performing the chorus of Miley Cyrus' Party in the USA for a chance to win two free nights at a beautiful bed and breakfast in the Hamptons! More info on our site. Submit to info@itsapartyintheusa.com. Deadline is July 28th.
#tbt // Queen of the Night
Throwback to my time in Queen of the Night. It's been 6 weeks since I left that production, and I think of it often. Incredible collaborators, and a beautifully unique night. Here is a picture of me and Katherine Crockett, who plays the Queen, in the segment, 'All Hail the Marquesa.' I am harvesting her tears.
If you aren't someone who fled the city for the summer, consider buying tickets, and show some support to one of the most original, multi-layered experiences this city has to offer.
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Wil Petre is Tom Ford in Tom Ford in 24 Hours // Coming Soon // Witness Relocation
This week I shot the first ever Witness Relocation short film, honoring the immensely talented Tom Ford, and his daily schedule as documented by Harper's Bazaar. Stay tuned for more information on it's release.
Final Days Performing in Queen of the Night
This is my final week performing in Queen of the Night, and it's been an amazing trip. My last performance is Saturday May 24th. If you haven't yet come out, please do this week! Tickets available here.