The Last Ringmaster at RBBB, Johnathan Lee Iverson, Premieres New Solo Cabaret - CircusTalk

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The Last Ringmaster at RBBB, Johnathan Lee Iverson, Premieres New Solo Cabaret

Johnathan Lee Iverson brings his commanding presence and top-tier vocal skills to Central Florida theatergoers this spring. From May 18 to 19, 2022, his new solo cabaret, The Last Ringmaster: A Musical Journey from Choirboy to the Big Top,will play to crowds at The Winter Park Playhouse as part of their Spotlight Cabaret series. Playhouse Musical Director Christopher Leavy will accompany on piano.

Fresh off of The Winter Park Playhouse Critic’s Choice production run of Trav’lin: A 1930s Harlem Musical Romance,Johnathan Lee Iverson will grace The Playhouse’s cabaret stage in May as he presents a remarkable evening of song and storytelling. From his youthful days with The Boys Choir of Harlem to his historic tenure as Ringmaster of the original Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus, Johnathan will delight the audience with a wide selection of music from operas (Turandot, Fedora) to standard fare (Duke Ellington) to Broadway shows (Jekyll and Hyde, Man of La Mancha, Sideshow), and more!

Mr. Iverson has had a storied career in entertainment. For this special evening, he will invite audiences one and all to travel with him on the musical odyssey of a boy with a dream, who lives a life bigger than he could have ever imagined. Not only will Johnathan weave the riveting tale of his journey, but he will also perform a wide range of vocal selections that will showcase his performing excellence.

Locally, Johnathan has graced The Playhouse stage in both Crazy For Gershwin and Trav’lin and was voted Broadway World’s best actor for his portrayal of Reverend Moore in A Tennessee Walk (Garden Theatre); he has also been a featured performer with Opera Orlando. Johnathan currently serves as Board Chair for Omnium Circus. He has been named one of Barbara Walters’ 10 Most Fascinating People and is most proud of being a question on the game show JEOPARDY!

“We are so thrilled that Johnathan has chosen to debut his new solo cabaret at The Playhouse!  His outstanding talent, along with his fascinating life stories and charm, guarantees an extraordinary evening,” says Playhouse Executive Director Heather Alexander.


This is a live in-person event on Wednesday, May 18, and Thursday, May 19, at the Playhouse theatre. As a choice for those out of the area or who want to see it remotely, there is also an option to purchase a virtual/taped version of the cabaret. It will be professionally produced and emailed out via YouTube link at 5 pm June 3, valid until Monday, June 6, at 5 pm. Those purchasing the virtual version can watch the show as many times as they wish during the three-day period.  Tickets can be purchased through the venue’s website, winterparkplayhouse.org

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