PhotosPHOTO EXCLUSIVE: "A Little Luck!" Backstage at Paper Mill's Honeymoon in Vegas With Raymond J. Lee and Sarah JenkinsPaper Mill Playhouse presents the world premiere of the Broadway-bound musical Honeymoon in Vegas. Cast members Sarah Jenkins and Raymond J. Lee share exclusive backstage photos of the production, which has been embraced by audiences and critics alike.
By
Matthew Blank
October 16, 2013
"We had an absolute blast putting this photo piece together," says Lee. "The photos are just a glimpse into the the wacky and zany lives of the Honeymoon in Vegas gang. We have an incredible time with one another and it truly has been an amazing journey. We are so excited to bring this show to the NJ and NY audiences and the feedback has been incredible."
"Thanks to everyone for supporting the show and, for those that haven't come yet... what are you waiting for?!"
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PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: "A Little Luck!" Backstage at Paper Mill's Honeymoon in Vegas With Raymond J. Lee and Sarah Jenkins
PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: "A Little Luck!" Backstage at Paper Mill's Honeymoon in Vegas With Raymond J. Lee and Sarah Jenkins
Paper Mill Playhouse presents the world premiere of the Broadway-bound musical Honeymoon in Vegas. Cast members Sarah Jenkins and Raymond J. Lee share exclusive backstage photos of the production, which has been embraced by audiences and critics alike.
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Good morning! Grabbing my awesome jacket from Jason Robert Brown and Andrew Bergman… it's chilly out.
Sarah Jenkins
My husband Andrew and our son Ozzy walk me to the train. (We spend a lot of hours in Jersey)
Sarah Jenkins
Uh oh…. lights on in the subway is never a good sign….. but the train eventually decided to make an appearance.
Sarah Jenkins
The good folks at Lucky Star knew my egg white veggie omelette order when I walked in… it’s going to be a good day. Then I ran into my partner in crime, Mr. Raymond J. Lee!
Sarah Jenkins
Then we went to the newsstand to buy our printed review in the Times. Ray decided to tell all of midtown, with his best Newsie impression, that Ben Brantley liked us… he really liked us!
Sarah Jenkins
Say hi to the group waiting for our trusty mode of transportation: the Paper Mill vans.
Sarah Jenkins
Mara decided to run a race before a 2-show day. All I did was eat an omelette.
Sarah Jenkins
Look! Paige is in the New York Times... naked! (almost)
Sarah Jenkins
Katie Webber deserves a medal for navigating us safely through midtown Manhattan and into the magical land of New Jersey.
Sarah Jenkins
Quick snapshot of Stanley Bahorek navigating his van while Brynn gives us a proper rockstar greeting.
Sarah Jenkins
Welcome to Paper Mill Playhouse! Home to Honeymoon in Vegas!
Sarah Jenkins
It's a beautiful place to call home for the next few weeks!
Sarah Jenkins
Don’t forget to sign in!
Sarah Jenkins
All settled into my dressing room station. Lots of important things happen here… like painting my nails & napping.
Sarah Jenkins
Frank from Equity is at the show today to determine all the track specifics of our show. Hi Frank!
Sarah Jenkins
Barry our dance captain giving notes before the first show. Crack the whip, Barry. Crack it!
Sarah Jenkins
Paper Mill legend, Ms. Debbie Whitehead! (and Leigh!) We love our fabulous dressers.
Sarah Jenkins
ASM Angela checking things out before the matinee.
Sarah Jenkins
Anna Louizos is a genius. Hospital bed, meet Tiffany’s counter.
Sarah Jenkins
When your show takes place in Vegas, the booze props are very important.
Sarah Jenkins
Enter at you own risk: crazy people inhabit this floor.
Sarah Jenkins
Grady practices with his umbrella before every show, like a good little boy.
Sarah Jenkins
The fabulous Nancy Opel in her token half costume, half street wear.
Sarah Jenkins
David Josefsberg: an actor prepares.
Sarah Jenkins
Witness the transformation into Tony Rocky taking place before your very eyes.
Sarah Jenkins
When doing a show where you are practically naked, tanning products become VERY important. You hear us, Tantalizer?! You are magic. Our bodies thank you.
Sarah Jenkins
Our band is on stage, and AWESOME.
Sarah Jenkins
Need to quick change into a wedding dress? Our stairwells at Paper Mill double as quick change areas!
Sarah Jenkins
Our amazing stage management team as they gear up for a busy day. We use real slot machines! God, I love Vegas.
Sarah Jenkins
Our hazardous spots backstage are clearly labeled thanks to the awesome Paper Mill crew.
Sarah Jenkins
The crew’s list of fly rail cues.
Sarah Jenkins
Nancy Opel, starring as The Dead Mother Food Cart Vendor.
Sarah Jenkins
Matt Allen takes his job at the Hotel Milano very seriously.
Sarah Jenkins
Our resident Miss Swan tries to figure out the slot machines.
Sarah Jenkins
Chan Elvis in the house!
Sarah Jenkins
The card girls are ready to strut their stuff.
Sarah Jenkins
Our monitors on stage right, featuring the one & only Tom Murray!
Sarah Jenkins
I caught Max on his way back to the dressing room. Vogue.
Sarah Jenkins
These fools. Tony Rocky & his showgirls pretending to think.
Sarah Jenkins
Chan, Johnny, Dougie, Jack, Tommy and Joanne Klein indulging in a quick game of poker. And yes we really do have an amazing time on stage!
Wait is that Brynn O'Malley issuing a fierce photo bomb?!
Sarah Jenkins
Meet Angel, the Milano Hotel's resident...Vivian Ward...pre-makeover. Get it?
Sarah Jenkins
Our ASM Rachel being very official.
Sarah Jenkins
Katie Webber as the Waitress. Need cranberry juice?
Sarah Jenkins
Matty DiCarlo! Our fierce & fearless PSM. (please note the sign on his station: "Matt would love to talk to you. ANYWHERE BUT HERE!" That's the name of a song in the show. You'll recognize it when you come to the show. COME TO THE SHOW!)
Sarah Jenkins
Meet ugly baby #2. This is Jeremy. Jeremy has a head of hair to be envied.
Sarah Jenkins
The lair of Mr. Tony Danza. Your wildest dreams await you behind this door, ladies.
Sarah Jenkins
Elaine! One of our fabulous dressers.
Sarah Jenkins
Introducing Mahi: the enchanting daughter of a fisherman..... she also brings us treats.
Featuring music and lyrics by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown and a book by Andrew Bergman — the director and screenwriter of the original film — the musical is directed by Gary Griffin with choreography by Denis Jones. Performances continue through Oct. 27.
Honeymoon in Vegas, according to press notes, "is an insanely funny musical that tells the tale of Jack Singer (McClure), a guy with an extraordinary fear of marriage, who finally overcomes his phobia and goes to Las Vegas to wed his longtime girlfriend, Betsy (O’Malley). Enter Tommy Korman (Danza), a widowed and unscrupulous gambler looking for another shot at love. Tommy spots Betsy, who bears an uncanny resemblance to his late wife, and the game is afoot."
The production also features music direction by Thomas Murray, orchestrations by Don Sebesky, scenic design by Anna Louizos, costume design by Brian Hemesath, lighting design by Paul Miller, sound design by Randy Hansen and hair and wig design by Bettie O. Rogers.
It's a busy season for composer Brown, whose other new musical, The Bridges of Madison County, will arrive on Broadway in 2014. His two-person musical, The Last Five Years, recently enjoyed a revival presented by Second Stage Theatre.
Tickets range from $27-$98 and may be purchased by calling (973) 376-4343, at the Paper Mill Playhouse Box Office at 22 Brookside Drive in Millburn, or online at papermill.org.
