Written by Cris Franco

Why are so many of the neuro-diverse community drawn to the arts? Perhaps it’s because their unique interaction with the world can often lead them to thinking “outside the box.”  Celebrating the truism that “everyone is beautiful in their own way,” the EPIC Players Theatre, New York’s Premiere Neurodiverse Theater Company, presents A Neuro-inclusive 90’s Cabaret || Featuring *Special Broadway Guests! on November 12, 2024 at 8:30pm (Doors at 7pm) at Catalina Bar & Grill, 6725 W. Sunset Blvd., LA. Tickets are $35 / $55 (exclusive of service fee) with a dinner or 2 drink minimum, per person. 

Get ready to relive the “fly” 90s in style with EPIC Players’ Neuro-inclusive 90s Cabaret! Join them for a night of “fat and funky” hits and performances that will be “all that and a bag of chips” as this ensemble of neurodivergent artists share the stage with special Broadway guests. This one-of-a-kind cabaret blends  nostalgia with empowerment, showcasing the exciting talents of our inclusive theater company. Don’t miss out on a night of music and retro-fun all done to the “way cool” tunes of the 1990s!  (You remember the 90s: collecting Beanie-Babies, wearing fanny-packs, playing Hungry Hungry Hippos, consulting your mood ring and listening to Britney!  Britney!  Britney!)  

The EPIC Players Cast that will “hit you, baby, one more time” includes: Garrett Lees, Red Rosenberg, Devin Morrissey (Love on the Spectrum), Verity Van Dams, Harry Schantz, Amanda Castrillo, Ana Sharp, Rebecca Faith Quinn, Dovia Charles, Bowe Avery, Nayeli Benitez, Alexandra Tamplin, George Steeves, Michelle Jace, Jacki Jing, Bella Zoe Martinez, Abbey Romeo (Love on the Spectrum), Jack Lea and Lex Levy. 

All tickets can be purchased online HERE

With “fresh” musical direction by Casey Comstock-Mills assisted by Donovan Woods this “hella wicked” production is made possible in part with the support of The Hoffman Charitable Trust – and that’s a trust you can trust. “Well, duh! “ 

So put on your “bling” and see this sure-to-be unforgettable event, as one fan raved, “I have such positive experiences at the EPIC shows that it is hard for me to put into words how much I love them! First, everything is done on a top-notch level. The enthusiasm of the actors is inspiring. They deliver their performances with such dedication!. . . . I think EPIC is very unique and I appreciate that it gives free classes and opportunities to the neuro-diverse community and not only brings awareness, but a truly enjoyable experience. I used to look forward to my favorite director’s films, but now I look forward to EPIC Players.” 

EPIC Players (Empower, Perform, Include, Create), founded on August 25, 2016, is a nonprofit, neuro-diverse theatre company dedicated to creating professional performing arts opportunities and supportive social communities in the arts for Neurodivergent and Disabled artists. Via inclusive mainstage productions, musical cabarets, original showcases, skills-based classes and career resources, we hope to increase critical employment opportunities, pioneer increased inclusion in the arts, and break down social stigmas surrounding neuro-diverse communities.

Beyond a “rad” night of talented performers, EPIC’s  A Neuro-inclusive 90’s Cabaret will shine a spotlight on our unifying love of music – especially those tasty tunes of the 90s that were “da bomb!”  

For more information, visit https://www.epicplayersnyc.org

Good Morning America visits EPIC players: CLICK HERE