Finding the Joy

Kevin Chamberlin

Broadway veteran with multiple Tony and Drama Desk nominations, accomplished TV and film actor, and…TikTok star? Kevin Chamberlin’s work has spanned many genres but perhaps the most surprising is as a social media star. And it all began with the erroneous report of his death. This story is but one of the many hilarious and occasionally harrowing anecdotes shared in Finding the Joy at the Laurie Beechman.

Over the course of the evening, Chamberlin deftly guides us through memorable moments in his genre-spanning career. He is an affable raconteur with razor-sharp timing and a deep appreciation for the often absurd detours a life on-stage can take. Accompanied by Michael Orland of “American Idol” fame, he sings tunes from some of his best-known roles, including a touching duet of “Alone in the Universe” from “Seussical” with special guest Andrew Keenan-Bolger, his original costar. There are also delightful musical parodies, the “Call Me 1-800 Medley” sending up almost every telephone number jingle ad known to man was a particular favorite.

It is clear that Kevin has found joy in every aspect of his life as an artist. From his first big role as a kid playing the Lion in the “Wizard of Oz” (which provides a moment of inspired silliness with guest Susie Mosher) to working with luminaries such as Mary Tyler Moore, Kevin Chamberlin has clearly become a master of his craft and collected some pretty great stories along the way.

Finding the Joy

Performed by Kevin Chamberlin

Co-written and Directed by Michael Gans

Musical Director: Michael Orland

June 23, 2025

Laurie Beechman Theatre (407 42nd St., NYC)

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Wendy Lane Bailey has a powerful classic pop voice and a rather cavalier attitude towards the idea of genre. Wendy-Lane’s debut solo recording, Breathing, was produced by composer/arranger/pianist Michele Brourman. Her performances in venues across the country have earned critical praise for versatility and sophistication. She has appeared as a guest artist on multiple recordings, including Leslie Gore’s and Susan Egan’s. She studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, HB Studios and the Eugene O’Neill Theatre Center. Off-stage Wendy Lane is a creative advocate for artists. While living in Washington, D.C., she founded a regional networking organization for musicians and for five years, was the Associate Director of the Cabaret Conference at Yale University. She received a 2007 Bistro Award for outstanding achievement and was nominated for a Washington Area Music Association Award. While serving on the board of NJ’s Pioneer productions, she produced, directed, and appeared in several theatre pieces. She is currently developing Hot Coffee, MS, a solo theatre piece with music in collaboration with Michele Brourman & Gretchen Cryer. In 2020, she accepted the position of Assistant Artistic Director of the United Solo Theatre Festival. In addition to her performing work, she teaches and consults privately and in master classes for singers of all genres.