Nov. 30 - Justin Nominated for 2012 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards - Best Actor in a Musical

Justin has been nominated as Best Actor for his work in "Ghost Brothers of Darkland County".

      

You may vote for Justin at Broadway World

Nov. 26-Dec. 12 - Rehearsals began this week for "It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play"

The rehearsal table

The Foley table

About the play from the author




Dec. 13-30
Bucks County Playhouse
It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play is performed as a 1940s live radio broadcast in front of a studio audience. This beloved American holiday classic, that tells the story of idealistic George Bailey as he considers his demise one fateful Christmas Eve, comes to captivating life with the help of an ensemble that brings over two dozen characters to the stage. It premiered in 1996 and has since been produced countless times around the country to critical acclaim.
Please join us for special post-show talkbacks following the matinee performances on December 19, December 22, and December 26.

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Nov. 27 - Watch Justin's commercial for Cutting Edge Entertainment

Nov. 26-Justin takes in Broadway at Birdland's "Jim Caruso's Cast Party" with Amanda Green and Friends

Justin with Amanda Green

Justin with Trey Anastasio

"Jim Caruso's Cast Party"

                                    http://www.birdlandjazz.com/event/174865/

Amanda Green & Friends

With Guests Jenn Colella, Ann Harada, Jay Johnson, Elle McLemore & Keala Settle

Come celebrate with this award winning performer and Broadway composer-lyricist along with a group of her fantastic Broadway friends, as they sing an evening of her hilarious and moving songs, including a few from her new and upcoming shows.

Amanda’s guests will include Jenn Colella (Chaplin), Ann Harada (“Smash”), Jay Johnson (Hands On A Hardbody), Elle McLemore (Bring It On) and Keala Settle (Hands On A Hardbody), plus an amazing surprise guest star or two!

Amanda Green is an award-winning Broadway composer-lyricist and performer. She has two shows opening on Broadway this season: Bring It On, for which she co-wrote the lyrics, is currently playing at The St. James Theater, and Hands On A Hardbody, for which she wrote the lyrics and co-wrote the music, collaborating with Trey Anastasio, bows at the Brooks Atkinson Theater February 23, 2012. Mr. Anastasio has also performed their songs with his bands Phish and TAB in concerts around the country from Colorado to Madison Square Garden. Also on Broadway, she wrote the lyrics for High Fidelity (music Tom Kitt; 2006). Tapped by the legendary Arthur Laurent, she wrote addtional lyrics for Hallelujah Baby! (Arena Stage, dir. by Arthur Laurents). She contributed two original songs to the new show Stars Of David (book Charles Busch) opening October 2012 at The Philadelphia Theater Company.

As a performer she has won two MAC Awards and a Bistro Award, and performs her songs everywhere from Birdland to Carnegie Hall to the Bluebird Café in Nashville. She is the winner of The Jonathan Larson Award for Excellence in Songwriting, and Songwriter’s Hall Of Fame Scholarship Award.

Other musicals: For The Love Of Tiffany (NY Fringe Festival; also co-starred); Up The Week Without A Paddle (LA Drama Critics Circle Nomination, Best Score). On TV she has written episodes of the popular Nick, Jr. animated musical series “The Wonder Pets.” She has also been a regular contributor of comic essays for Playboy Magazine. Put A Little Love In Your Mouth! The Songs Of Amanda Green is available on CD at www.greenpiecemusic.com

History of Birdland (since 1949):
http://www.birdlandjazz.com/history/

Birdland is located at 315 West 44th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues on the west side of midtown Manhattan.

Nov. 25 - Justin to Co-Host New Hope Tree Lighting

More Photos of this event

Guarini in New Hope for tree lighting - phillyburbs.com: New Hope
By Gary Weckselblatt Staff Writer
Posted: Saturday, November 24, 2012 2:52 pm

NEW HOPE — Justin Guarini will be co-hosting the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony Sunday in New Hope.

Guarini, who grew up in Doylestown and became a national star with a second place finish on the American Idol TV show, will be at the community event from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

John Danaher of the New Hope Chamber of Commerce and producer of the festivities said Guarini wasn’t contacted until the last minute and agreed to attend.

Danaher, who owns Merging Music in New Hope, contacted Guarini’s father-in-law, who got in touch with the singer.

“It just all came together in about 20 minutes,” Danaher said. “I really give him a lot of credit. He’s always been willing to help out the community.”

Guarini will co-host the event with New Hope Mayor Laurence Keller at Ferry and Main streets. Things get started at 5 p.m. and Santa is expected to arrive at 6, Danaher said.

Nov. 22 - Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade Video of Justin's Finale Performance

Justin was in the pre-parade for about 15 minutes, and then he was in the finale with Santa and Mrs. Santa:

                                        View the Video of Finale with Justin

Welcome to Justin Guarini World

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There's just about anything you care to know about Justin Guarini here.  This is an archive, warehouse, scrapbook, attic, file cabinet, bookcase, cellar--whatever storage noun you can imagine--of old and new Justin data (dare I say "exhaustively"?) collected over the past decade.

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Nov. 22 - Justin will participate in the 93rd Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade

This year’s special musical guests include American Idol finalist Justin Guarini, Frenchie Davis from The Voice, the 90s R&B singers of “I Swear” and “I Can Love You Like That” All-4-One, two-time Grammy Winner Rita Coolidge, Kristen Alderson from General Hospital, Charlie McDermott of ABC’s The Middle, country singer Charlie Worsham, Disney Channel singer Coco Jones, Miss America 2012 Laura Kaeppeler, Ryan Howard of the Philadelphia Phillies and more.
Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade

"Special Guests"

Justin's FB:
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I'm doing the preshow, then performing in the finale.
Justin's Facebook

This year’s parade is set to kick off at 8:30 a.m. and end around noon. It will feature elaborate floats and massive balloon such as Cookie Monster, Elmo, The Lorax and more. Performers and special guests include American Idol finalist Justin Guarini, 90s R&B group All-4-One, Miss America 2012 Laura Kaeppeler and Philadelphia Phillie Ryan Howard. There will also be marching bands, Boy Scouts collecting canned goods and, of course, an appearance by Santa Claus.


6ABC LIVE VIDEO

Nov. 4 - VIDEO of Justin's full episode of "Celebrity Ghost Stories" link added [BIO network has taken this video down 11.18.12]

The episode of Justin's "Celebrity Ghost Stories" aired last night, Saturday, November 3.

The BIO network has added the full episode video on their site.

It should stay up indefinitely.

CELEBRITY GHOST STORIES with Justin Guarini

(Justin's segment at the 21.55 mark)

Charo is attacked by a deranged spirit. William Mapother encounters the ghost of a woman from a leper colony. Justin Guarini is tormented by a family of unsettled spirits. Hope Dworaczyk is hounded by the ghost of a wheelchair-bound boy.

Month of November - Support Justin's Movember Page and raise money for Cancer and Men's Health

Justin Guarini
Captain of Team Diggler
Justin's Movember Page


Justin says:
My Father, Step-Father & Mother have faced, and beaten Cancer, so I'm taking the stachey plunge! Join me.


from Justin's official website; the MO on 10.27.12:

Dec. 13-Dec.30 - "It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" - Bucks County Playhouse - New Hope, PA

Buy Tickets and Look at Performance Times

Justin Guarini, Lauren Molina and More Will Headline IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Bucks County Playhouse
by BWW News Desk

Bucks County Playhouse has announced the initial casting of its much anticipated 2012 holiday production, It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play by Joe Landry. Performances run from Thursday, December 13th through Sunday, December 30th at the Bucks County Playhouse (70 South Main Street).


It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play will feature Doylestown resident Justin Guarini (“American Idol”, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, American Idiot) as “Jake”, Garth Kravits (The Drowsy Chaperone) as “Harry/Jazzbo”, Lauren Molina (Rock of Ages, Sweeney Todd ) as “Lana”, Jill Paice (Curtains, The 39 Steps) as “Sally”, and Kevin Pariseau (Legally Blonde) as “Freddie”. Additional cast members of It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play will be announced shortly.

Directed by Gordon Greenberg, choreographed by Lorin Latarro, and inspired by the classic film, It’s A Wonderful Life: a Live Radio Play is performed as a 1940s live radio broadcast in front of a studio audience. This beloved American holiday classic, which tells the story of idealistic George Bailey as he considers his demise one fateful Christmas Eve, comes to captivating life with the help of an ensemble that brings over two dozen characters to the stage. It premiered in 1996 and has since been produced countless times around the country to critical acclaim.

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play is produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com).

It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play is sponsored in part by ShopRite. The Bucks County Playhouse 2012 Season is supported by Vincent DiBianca, Patty Oceanak, Princeton Automobile Company, and Flemington Car and Truck Company.

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play will play the following schedule: Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m., Wednesdays at 2:00p.m and 7:30 p.m., Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. There is no matinee performance on December 13th. There will be no evening performance on Dec 23. There is no performance on Christmas Eve (Dec 24) and Christmas Day (Dec 25). For full details, and to purchase tickets, please visit bcptheater.org or call 215-862-2121.

Special post-show talkbacks will take place following the matinee performances on December 19, December 22, and December 26.

Located 90 minutes from New York City, the Bucks County Playhouse opened in 1939 on the site of a grist mill dating from the late eighteenth century. Ironically, the structure was at that time in danger of demolition; however playwright Moss Hart and the local community rallied to save the building and re-opened it as a theatrical venue, which quickly became one of the country’s most famous regional theaters, with a veritable who’s who of American theatrical royalty including Kim Hunter, Helen Hayes, Kitty Carlisle, Colleen Dewhurst, Shirley Booth, Lillian Gish, June Lockhart, Grace Kelly, Robert Redford, Bert Lahr, Leslie Nielsen and Walter Matthau and remained in continuous operation until December 2010. Thanks to the Bridge Street Foundation, the non-profit family foundation of Kevin and Sherri Daugherty with Tanya Cooper as President, this beloved theatrical landmark was re-opened and celebrated on July 2, 2012, exactly 73 years and day from when it originally opened in 1939.
broadwayworld.com

*Bucks County Playhouse

Robert Redford and Elizabeth Ashley in rehearsal for Neil Simon's premiere of Nobody Loves Me, later retitled Barefoot In The Park.
photo courtesy of Trudy Hoffman

The list of actors and actresses that have appeared at Bucks County Playhouse is impressive. Kim Hunter, Helen Hayes, Kitty Carlisle, Colleen Dewhurst, Shirley Booth, Sara Seegar, Lillian Gish, June Lockhart, Frances Reid, Peggy McCay, Grace Kelly, Bonnie Franklin, Kaye Ballard and Sandy Dennis have all appeared in performances. A list of actors includes Farley Granger, Robert Redford, Paul Lynde, Kevin McCarthy, Bert Lahr, Leslie Nielsen, Jack Klugman, Gale Gordon, Roddy McDowell, Walter Matthau, Merv Griffin and Larry Hagman. Today the Bucks County Playhouse continues its tradition of performing quality musicals and dramas.
Bucks County Playhouse

Nov. 3 - Justin to be on "Celebrity Ghost Stories"

BIO network, 9:00 pm, Sat., Nov. 3
reairs: Sun., Nov. 4, 1:00 am

Episode Detail: Charo; William Mapother; Justin Guarini; Hope Dworaczyk - Celebrity Ghost StoriesCharo is attacked by the spirit of a deranged woman; William Mapother encounters the ghost of a woman from a leper colony; Justin Guarini is tormented by a family of spirits; and Hope Dworaczyk is pestered by the ghost of a wheelchair-bound boy.

Celebrity Ghost Stories Episodes on BIOGHD-E

 BIO Network

 TV Guide Network

Coming Soon - Justin to be featured with others on Drew Gasparini album

Justin and Drew Gasparini in "Rent"

by BWW News Desk

Ahead of his debut as a composer on NBC’s Smash, Drew Gasparini heads into the studio for the first time to record 17 songs with Broadway’s brightest talents.
Featuring crowd favorites from Joes Pub, NYMF, and the Kennedy Center; the album is described as an eclectic mix of semi-autobiographical numbers and progressive contemporary music theater and is musically produced by Charlie Rosen (13, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, One Man Two Guvnors).

“Drew brings together some of the coolest people working today, and I am honored to be a part of the musical madness/ferocity he creates,” says Alex Wyse, currently in rehearsals for Bare at New World Stages. Joining Wyse on the album are Jeremy Jordan (Newsies), Jennifer Damiano (Next to Normal), Justin Guarini (American Idol), Caissie Levy (Ghost), Andy Mientus (Smash), Lindsay Mendez (Godspell), F. Michael Haynie (Wicked), Andrew Kober (Hair), Rachel Potter (Addams Family), Mykal Kilgore (The Book of Mormon), Nick Blaemire (Godspell), Alex Brightman (Wicked), and Australia’s Drew Weston (Mary Poppins). In fact, recording has been such a collaborative process that sessions will be held in New York City, San Francisco and Melbourne, Australia.

“This is the album I have wanted to record for years. Finally things have aligned and I couldn’t be happier with the team we have pulled together,” says Gasparini.

The album is currently raising funds on Kickstarter. For more information please visit:
link

BWW Article


FYI:  On Jan. 24, this article was published In Which Justin Guarini... and in which this video was included:

October 6 - Justin's New Official Website

It's finally up and running.

Check it out:  Official Website

Justin Guarini

October 5 - From Justin's Facebook

One more day until the big sale! Thanks so much for all the wonderful posts and good wishes this week. I'm so grateful for all of you and the love you've shown me over the years.

October 3 - Justin in Old Navy Commercial

Justin's Old Navy commercial aired first on 10.3.12 during X-Factor.

October 1 start-up - "The Justin Guarini School of Performance" at Freestyle Dance Academy

Freestyle Dance Academy is proud to announce the establishment of “The Justin Guarini School of Performance” here at Freestyle Dance Academy. The local Doylestown resident and Central Bucks/University of the Arts alum will be teaching the art of performance at FDA beginning on October 1st. After grabbing the nation’s attention as the runner-up on season 1 of American Idol, and appearing in From Justin to Kelly with season 1 winner Kelly Clarkson, Justin Guarini has gone on to do a variety of jobs in the entertainment world ranging from Broadway performer, singer, actor and television host. He now wishes to use his vast knowledge and experience to teach the performers of tomorrow.

Justin explains an improv activity

Justin spent the last week with the campers of Camp America Day Camp, as Freestyle Dance Academy was proud to host “Improv Week.” Justin spent time explain to the kids the importance and different ideas behind performance, as well as how it applies to various areas of entertainment. He worked with them on the concept of developing characters, the idea of identifying with a particular character, the concept of using movement to express themselves, improv work and much more. Justin spent Monday through Thursday with the campers in the studio providing instruction and leading them through all kinds of games and activities.

Justin discussing performance with the kids

Justin is excited to teach the stars of tomorrow, and we here at Freestyle Dance Academy are thrilled to have him as part of the cast. Thank you so much Justin for making “Improv Week” a fantastic time for all the campers, and thank you Camp America Day Camp for allowing us to share such a fun class with your kids!



Check out some of the photos below of Justin’s class. For more information on Justin’s classes here at FDA, please call or email us.


Justin laughing with the campers during Improv Week


Justin explains the next activity


Justin participates during a game


Justin and the kids exploring space and spacial awareness


Justin and the campers performing a movement activity


Don't fall Justin!


Justin explains the importance of connecting with other performers



Thank you for a fun-filled week Justin!

http://freestyledancepa.com/2012/08/improv-week-justin-guarini/

September 30 wrap - Justin wraps up workshop performances of "Ghost Brothers"

Justin has been in New York most of the month of September working on "Ghost Brothers of Darkland County".


with Stephen King at Carmine's for wrap party dinner

Nov. 14 update:  It has been reported that the previously recorded soundtrack of "Ghost Brothers..." will be released after all.  It will be released on March 19, 2013.

Here’s a look at the track listing:

•“That’s Me,” Elvis Costello (listen below)

•“That’s Who I Am,” Neko Case

•“So Goddamn Smart,” Dave Alvin, Phil Alvin, Sheryl Crow

•“Wrong, Wrong, Wrong About Me,” Elvis Costello

•“Brotherly Love,” Ryan Bingham, Will Dailey

•“How Many Days,” Kris Kristofferson

•“You Are Blind,” Ryan Bingham

•“Home Again,” Sheryl Crow, Dave Alvin, Phil Alvin, Taj Mahal

•“What’s Going On Here,” Rosanne Cash

•“My Name Is Joe,” Clyde Mulroney

•“Tear This Cabin Down,” Taj Mahal

•“And Your Days Are Gone,” Sheryl Crow, Dave Alvin, Phil Alvin

•“Jukin’,” Sheryl Crow

•“What Kind of Man Am I,” Kris Kristofferson, Phil Alvin, Sheryl Crow Dave Alvin, Taj Mahal

•“So Goddamn Good,” Phil Alvin, Dave Alvin, Sheryl Crow

•“Away From This World,” Sheryl Crow

•“Truth,” John Mellencamp

SEE STORY HERE

November 15:
King and Mellencamp plan to launch a future production that will reportedly star Kristofferson, Costello, Meg Ryan, Samantha Mathis and Matthew McConaughey. A presentation of the musical took place in New York City in July, following a production at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre in April. The Georgia production starred Emily Skinner, Shuler Hensley and Justin Guarini.
Broadway.com

October 12 - Justin to teach Master Class

08/17/12 8:31 PM

Justin Guarini Coming to Haddonfield Theater Arts Center "American Idol" season one finalist Justin Guarini will bring his advice, and famous mop of hair, to a master class in Haddonfield on Oct. 12.

•By Mike Monostra Photos Credit Christa Laska Credit Courtesy of Christa Laska Credit Courtesy of Christa Laska With a new session of classes approaching, Haddonfield Theater Arts Center is bringing in a familiar face to the South Jersey region.

Season one American Idol runner-up Justin Guarini will teach a master class at the center on Oct. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. His class will be just one of the many highlights in the upcoming fall session that connects budding stars with entertainment pros.

Scott Laska, who opened the center in 2009 with his wife, Christa, has been good friends with Guarini for many years.

“Justin and my husband were part of a choir together,” Christa said. “They recently sang together at an event. Justin was very excited to hear about the school.”

“He's been very busy,” Scott added. “We were talking recently and it lined up that he could come this fall. He did American Idiot on Broadway recently and had been in Atlanta working on a new musical based on a Stephen King story. But he's back in town now.”

Guarini will do vocal exercises with the kids as well as teach a small acting class. The master class will not be limited to just enrolled students either. Anyone is permitted to attend the center's master classes.

“We've had people of all ages who are not enrolled come to our master classes in the past,” said Scott. “So we invite anyone to come and join us.”

Guarini won't be the only guest that to visit Haddonfield Theater Arts Center this fall. Tyrick Jones from the Broadway show Finian's Rainbow will also come by for a lesson. A date for Jones' visit has not been set, but it will likely be sometime in late November or early December.

Entering its third season, the center currently teaches classes for students as young as 4 years old to teens. Classes include instruction in acting, singing, physical stage movement and more. The theater typically brings in about 60 students per session.

At the end of June each year, Haddonfield Theater Arts Center puts on an original performance in which all of their students participate in. The show is performed in conjunction with Maestro Studios.

“Writing an original show is something that our parents love that we do for the kids, and it's a unique experience,” Christa said.

For parents interested in enrolling their students at Haddonfield Theater Arts Center classes this fall, there will be an open house on Sept. 8 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There, parents and students will be able to tour the studio and meet instructors at the school in advance of the new classes for the season. Students who enroll by Sept. 9 will receive a free gift, though enrollment is ongoing at the school through April.
http://www.haddonfieldtheaterartscenter.com/index.html

For more information on the Haddonfield Theater Arts Center, visit:
http://haddon.patch.com/articles/former-american-idol-finalist-coming-to-htac

Interview in South Jersey Magazine

Early 2013 series premiere - Justin to be Featured in VH1's "Miss You Much" - series begins early 2013

08/12/12 1:29 AM

VH1's New Series "Miss You Much" Reconnects Viewers With Celebrity Crushes and Beloved Stars of the '90s and Early '00s Friday, August 3, 2012; 03:08 PM - by TV News DeskHave you ever wondered what's up with some of your favorite TV, movie or pop stars from the last 20 years? VH1 will give you the exclusive details with "Miss You Much," hosted by actress-comedienne Catherine Reitman. Not all young celebrities end up with a mug shot and an arrest record. Some have moved on to careers outside of entertainment, while many are still active in showbiz. "Miss You Much," the 8-episode, half-hour series will premiere in early 2013. Viewers can also catch a sneak-peek look at the series with the "Miss You Much" one-hour special, airing Sunday, September 9 at 10pm*.

Each week, "Miss You Much" will profile three of your favorite celebrities and take a peek inside at what they are doing now with their lives. Catherine spends a day with each celebrity and asks the questions all adoring fans would love to ask - even getting a little too 'personal' at times. Some of the celebs featured in the series include: Aaron Carter (singer/actor), Alan Thicke (Growing Pains), Andrea Barber (Full House), Beverley Mitchell (7th Heaven), Brian McKnight (singer), Coolio (rapper), Corin Nemic (Parker Lewis Can't Lose), Dave Coulier (Full House), Danielle Fishel (Boy Meets World), David Chokachi (Baywatch), Darius McCrary (Family Matters), Dennis Haskins (Saved By The Bell), Jaimee Foxworth (Family Matters), Jamie Walters (90210), Jeff Timmons (98 Degrees), Jeremy Jackson (Baywatch), Jeremy Miller (Growing Pains), Justin Guarini (American Idol), Kelly Packard (Baywatch), Lark Voorhies (Saved By the Bell), Mara Wilson (Mrs. Doubtfire), Nicholas Brendon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Romeo (rapper/actor), Samm Levine (Freaks and Geeks), Sasha Mitchell (Step by Step) and many others.

"'Miss You Much' taps into our viewers' love for 90s and early 00s nostalgia with engaging, positive updates on the famous faces that were plastered across the teen tabloids and on their bedroom walls," said Jeff Olde, EVP Original Programming and Production. "Catherine Reitman is the perfect host, catching up with the idols of her youth with a grown-up's curiosity - and a kid's geeky, yet reverent enthusiasm."

VH1's "Miss You Much" is executive produced by Shelly Tatro, Karla Hidalgo and Jeff Olde for VH1

Read more:
http://tv.broadwayworld.com/article/VH1s-New-Series-Miss-You-Much-Reconnects-Viewers-With-Celebrity-Crushes-and-Beloved-Stars-of-the-90s-and-Early-00s-20120803#ixzz23JYfkYGc