is a NYC-based writer, videographer, producer and founder of MWG Productions, a digital marketing firm that creates video content for Broadway, Off-Broadway and regional theaters. Matt is the creator of the original musical WHAT DO CRITICS KNOW? (book, music, and lyrics) presented at the NYMF Next Link Full Production. He has written the plays The Suffragette (world premiere at The Balch Arena Theatre) and Appraiser’s Desk (Theatre Artists Workshop). His works have been performed at The York Theatre Company, Theatre Row, Feinstein's/54Below, The Blue Note, The West Side Theatre, among others. Member of the Dramatists Guild and ASCAP.
is a Brazilian theatrical producer, designer and writer. Her credits as a producer include, the new musical comedy What Do Critics Know? (NYC), Kiss Me Kate (RJ - BR), Sleep No More (NYC, Drama Desk Award, Obie Award), Prototype Festival (NYC) and working for Theater Claro in Brazil. Produced, created and co-directed the original musical Once Upon a Time ( RJ - BR ). As a designer, her TV credits include working for REDE GLOBO in Brazil and IN PLUS, Inc in NYC.
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is a Brazilian singer, percussionist and songwriter. He joined the Orchestra de Gafieira specialized in a Brazilian folkloric rhythm. Since 1986, Nanny has played with Vinicius Cantauria, Kenny Baron and Janis Siegel. In 1999, he moved to New York City, where he is now widely known for his weekly performances in some of the city’s most illustrious venues. He has made presentations all over Europe, including Italy, France, Switzerland and England. Nanny performed at the Barbican Center and Queen Elizabeth’s Hall, in London. In 2011 and 2019 he was the recipient of the prestigious Brazilian International Press Award as “Best Singer of the Year.” Nanny has recorded three albums: “Brazilian Vibes,” with Arthur Lipner, “Double Rainbow” and “Honey & Air” with Janis Siegel.