ABOUT #GGNYC
Traveled down the road and back again...
The hilarious camp trio, the Golden Gays™ NYC, burst onto the scene in the Summer of 2017. They first appeared at RuPaul's DragCon NYC 2017 and then at the famed Rue-La-Rue Cafe in Washington Heights, New York. Since then, they have performed sold-out engagements off-Broadway at Theatre Row, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, and The Duplex. Additionally, they have performed regionally at The Asbury Hotel, The Music Box Supper Club, and The Pilgrim House. The Golden Gays have garnered a loyal and loving fan base (#FriendOfClayton).
They set their sights beyond Broadway and took their Golden Girls Musical Revue “Hot Flashbacks” on a mini-tour to Pittsburgh, PA, Cumberland, MD, Baltimore, MD, and Asbury Park, NJ. They became the toast of the Northeast in Spring 2018.
At RuPaul’s DragCon in 2018 (their 2nd appearance), GGNYC partnered with Golden Girls merchandise aficionado Sassy Green Lady, spreading the Golden Girls love and dressing up gaggles of #TokenSophias along the way. They even sang live on the main stage with an introduction by Mrs. Kasha Davis!
“It’s like a gay barbershop, Pitch Perfect, and the Hallmark Channel got together to put on a show!”
In December 2018, GGNYC hit the road again with a brand new holiday musical “Thank Yule for Being a Friend,” returning to their newfound homes away from home in Pittsburgh, Cumberland, Baltimore, and Asbury Park. They also picked up New Hope, PA along the way!
In 2019, GGNYC played Rochester, NY. They premiered their musical game show The Golden Games during the summer of 2019 with Mrs. Kasha Davis and Aggy Dune. Additionally, they performed on the maiden voyage of VACAYA's Provincetown Cruise. Then, they did a Midwest tour of their show “Hot Flashbacks” in Cleveland, Detroit, Chicago, Indianapolis, and Pittsburgh. Tickets sold out fast!
“Thank Yule for Being a Friend” premiered in Provincetown, MA before playing Asbury Park, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Cumberland, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and NYC, followed by a two-week run in Fort Lauderdale. The holiday tour concluded at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center in Hackensack, NJ.
2020 featured the Dallas premiere at the Virgin Hotel, both of the Golden Fans at Sea cruises, the virtual debut of “Hot Flashbacks” on StageIT, weekly live shows on Facebook, the virtual "tour" of “Thank Yule for Being a Friend” on Stellar Tickets, and the premiere of their Ruth Wallis-inspired cabaret, “Queer Things”.
2021 will feature online content, hybrid live/digital content, and eventually a return to touring (God willin' and the creek don't rise).
2022 is the 3rd Golden Fans at Sea Cruise!
Broadway? Space? Broadway in Space? Here they come!
They set their sights beyond Broadway and took their Golden Girls Musical Revue “Hot Flashbacks” on a mini-tour to Pittsburgh, PA, Cumberland, MD, Baltimore, MD, and Asbury Park, NJ. They became the toast of the Northeast in Spring 2018.
At RuPaul’s DragCon in 2018 (their 2nd appearance), GGNYC partnered with Golden Girls merchandise aficionado Sassy Green Lady, spreading the Golden Girls love and dressing up gaggles of #TokenSophias along the way. They even sang live on the main stage with an introduction by Mrs. Kasha Davis!
“It’s like a gay barbershop, Pitch Perfect, and the Hallmark Channel got together to put on a show!”
In December 2018, GGNYC hit the road again with a brand new holiday musical “Thank Yule for Being a Friend,” returning to their newfound homes away from home in Pittsburgh, Cumberland, Baltimore, and Asbury Park. They also picked up New Hope, PA along the way!
In 2019, GGNYC played Rochester, NY. They premiered their musical game show The Golden Games during the summer of 2019 with Mrs. Kasha Davis and Aggy Dune. Additionally, they performed on the maiden voyage of VACAYA's Provincetown Cruise. Then, they did a Midwest tour of their show “Hot Flashbacks” in Cleveland, Detroit, Chicago, Indianapolis, and Pittsburgh. Tickets sold out fast!
“Thank Yule for Being a Friend” premiered in Provincetown, MA before playing Asbury Park, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Cumberland, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and NYC, followed by a two-week run in Fort Lauderdale. The holiday tour concluded at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center in Hackensack, NJ.
2020 featured the Dallas premiere at the Virgin Hotel, both of the Golden Fans at Sea cruises, the virtual debut of “Hot Flashbacks” on StageIT, weekly live shows on Facebook, the virtual "tour" of “Thank Yule for Being a Friend” on Stellar Tickets, and the premiere of their Ruth Wallis-inspired cabaret, “Queer Things”.
2021 will feature online content, hybrid live/digital content, and eventually a return to touring (God willin' and the creek don't rise).
2022 is the 3rd Golden Fans at Sea Cruise!
Broadway? Space? Broadway in Space? Here they come!
Andy Crosten, The Blanche. Andy's creative endeavors combine his love of theatre, art, and fashion. Growing up in Western Maryland, his joy for performing was evident from a young age when he participated in numerous theatrical productions, most notably as Huckleberry Finn in the musical Big River. He studied Music Theatre at Shenandoah Conservatory, graduating Cum Laude, appearing in musicals, plays, operas, and the professional summer stock theatre – SSMT. Following college, he worked in regional theatre (touring with the National Theatre for Children and two summers at Hersheypark) before continuing to New York City. He’s played the 13th St Repertory Theatre, The New Theatre at 45th St, as well as off-Broadway with the Golden Gays NYC. Andy has also created his own solo shows including “Andy, Darling, Let’s Chat” and “Make America Gay Again”. For two years, he worked with the legendary Patricia Field, learning about the fashion industry and design. He creates his own unique chain jewelry (for sale on Etsy!) and even sometimes writes music (for sale on iTunes!). Andy has also appeared as an extra in television shows such as Difficult People, Law & Order, and Broad City, while his favorite stage performance to date has been the titular role in Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Much love to Mason, his family, and his Golden “sisters” for all the love and support. Follow him on Instagram @newyorkskye.
Gerry Mastrolia, the Rose. Gerry hails from North Jersey, where he began entertaining at the age of 3 with Three Stooges routines in his living room. He knew sports weren’t his thing because he was much too fabulous for them. At age 9, Gerry was introduced to the merry world of musical theatre. Some of his favorites roles include Edna (Hairspray), Horton (Seussical), Lord Farquaad (Shrek), and Jeff (Title Of Show). He began professionally working in New York at 18 and was seen on CBS & E! News for his work in the off-Broadway show Totally Tubular Time Machine starring Debbie Gibson. Then, he created and starred in his debut solo cabaret show, Me, Myself & Goldie and Very Gerry, which played famous cabaret clubs like Don’t Tell Mama, Metropolitan Room, and Paul Colby’s The Bitter End. Since then, Gerry has hosted, starred in, and created many cabaret performances in New York and all over the tri-state area. He's been a featured guest artist at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Appel Room in Music Over Manhattan produced by Studio Senakwami. He’s toured with The Murder Mystery Company and was in the smash hit Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding. Gerry is currently working on his new impersonation show “Legendary Divas, Kiss My Sass,” paying homage to the magic of old Hollywood. Endless love and gratitude to his family, friends, and mentors for their love and support. Follow him @VeryGerryNYC.
Jason Bea Schmidt, The Dorothy. Jason is the world's premier Bea Arthur impersonator. He lives “down the shore” in Neptune, NJ with his husband and poodle. He’s an actor, voice-over talent, and member of the hilarious drag trio the Golden Gays NYC! His Golden Girls journey began with “Thank You for Being a Friend: The Musical” spurning his one “woman” show “Beatrice Arthur: Astral Dame”, and then spurning the Golden Gays NYC. What’s next? Golden Girls: Infinity Wars?! He has worked alongside drag legends Joey Arias, Sherry Vine, Flotilla DeBarge, and Lady Bunny in his extensive off-Broadway, Cabaret, and Comedy Club credits. Gloria Swanson, Frank N Furter, a German Transvestite Assassin named Friedrich, you get the idea... www.JasonBSchmidt.com
Mason Griffin, the Music Director. Mason is a musical theater accompanist, coach, conductor, and music director. In New York, he worked at LaGuardia High School, Amas Musical Theatre, MTCA, Jen Waldman Studio, The New York Film Academy, Applause NY, Broadway Classroom, The West End Lounge, NYU, the City College of New York, Sing for Your Seniors, and The United Nations International School. He is the music director of the current off-Broadway production of Naked Boys Singing. As music director, highlight shows include RENT, Les Miserables, The Addams Family, Spelling Bee, A Funny Thing...Forum, Little Shop of Horrors, I Love a Piano, and Dreamgirls. A native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Mason has been the guest conductor of the Louisiana State University's annual spring musical theater showcase Singo de Mayo for six years. He has had the pleasure of working with industry professionals such asTaylor Negron, Steve Martin, Edie Brickell, Patti Murin, Baayork Lee, Andrew Rannells, and Laura Osnes. He has been the music director for shows at 54 Below, The Duplex Cabaret, Theatre Row, The Laurie Beechman, Uncle Charlie's Piano Bar, The 13th Street Repertory Theater, and The Triad. Mason created the show “No Blue Monday,” celebrating the life and music of Broadway composer/lyricist Jerry Herman. This show has been performed in historic cabaret venues, posh UES women’s clubs, and even in living rooms. Outside of musical theater, Mason is a dedicatee and avid researcher of the avant-garde composer John Cage. His main interest lies in Cage’s prepared and unprepared piano works from 1935-1955.
Anthony Giorgio, the Director/ Choreographer/ Production-Manager. Anthony has been inspiring minds for years. A professional dancer since he was 16, endless performance opportunities have allowed him to connect with the world through projects like Broadway to Bombay in NYC and India and the World Wide Kindness Day flash mob danced in over 25 countries by over 10,000 people. He is a Teaching Artist in New York and New Jersey, choreographing in theatres and classrooms and working in theatre camps with kids from 2-18. His podcast, “Queer Teen Podcast,” encourages young people to tell their truth. Much love and courage to husband Jason Bea, Penny the Poodle, and Dexter the Shih Tzu (@PenandDex on Instagram)
Darlene Rae Heller, the Creative Consultant. Darlene has graced NYC stages, voice-over studios, and gay bars as an actress, singer, and comedian. She now focuses her talents on creative consulting for comedic and variety shows and monologue coaching for beginning and experienced talent. For over ten years, Darlene and Jason (the Dorothy) were known in the comedy, cabaret, and theatre circuits of NYC as the hilarious musical song parody duo “The Parodivas”. They performed ridiculous parodies of Lady Gaga, Mariah Carey, Peter Frampton, and basically any song they could spin into comedy gold. Darlene has a BFA in Acting with a Creative Writing minor from Adelphi University. She lives in West Orange, NJ. Shout out to Bobby, Liv, and the deer that sleep in her backyard. Follow @ItsMeDarleneRae on the gram
