Singer/Songwriter Theresa Sareo Survives Near Fatal Accident - Makes Broadway Debut
Theresa Sareo Alive Again on Broadway June 11, 2009- Live concert, documentary shoot, & catered pre-show party at prestigious New World Stages - plus gratitude ceremony on corner of accident. 9PM show added due to overwhelming demand.
New York, NY (PRWEB) June 1, 2009
Seven years ago to the day, singer Theresa Sareo lay near death on a street corner in Mid-Manhattan, an innocent victim of an impaired driver. Losing her entire right leg, she awoke from a coma a week later to begin her long, hard struggle back. New York Magazine chronicled her inspirational story (visit http://www. theresasareo. com (http://www. theresasareo. com) for article), as did Larry King Live, The New York Post and other major media. And now this inspirational survivor appears in concert on Broadway.
Join us in this triumphant celebration as Theresa Sareo, Alive Again on Broadway comes to the beautiful New World Stages in the heart of the theater district at 340 West 50th on June 11, 2009 for two very special shows at 7:30 and 9:00 PM. The critically acclaimed singer/songwriter will appear in concert with her 8 piece band, preceded by an in-theater party buffet with cash bar, and culminating in an end of evening meet and greet.
Adding to the excitement, the event will be featured in her upcoming documentary Theresa Sareo - Alive Again, produced by the Associate Producer of The Wrestler, Evan Ginzburg, in conjunction with Ms. Sareo and director Rye Joseph. Also appearing on the show, noted singer-songwriter Gregg Swann and legendary pro wrestler and published poet, Lanny "The Genius" Poffo who will host the festivities.
Such notables as Nancy Grace have sung Ms. Sareo's praises: "Your CD, Alive Again - it's beautiful…incredible." Director Jonathan Demme calls Theresa, "My new hero…" And Secretary of State Hillary Clinton calls Theresa "A beautiful and courageous woman…a true hero."
Tickets are only $26.50 orchestra and $16.50 balcony including admittance to all of the evening's festivities. A very limited number of $100 V. I.P. tickets will be available for first and second row seating. All V. I.P. ticket buyers will receive an on screen credit in the documentary in appreciation of their support. Group rates (12 or more) are $18.00 total for orchestra seating and available through Telecharge only.
Tickets are available at the New World Stages box office and through Telecharge. com. Tickets can be purchased 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through Telecharge at: 212-239-6200 and 800-432-7250. Group sales available through Telecharge only. Call New World Stage at 646-871-1730 or visit their website at http://www. newworldstages. com (http://www. newworldstages. com) for more information.
A very special Gratitude Ceremony will be held on the corner of 34th St. and Park Avenue at 2:00 PM to honor those from the NYPD, FDNY, EMS and Dr. David Blank who were the first responders on June 11 to save Theresa's life.
Visit our new website for all the details at http://www. aliveagainmovie. com (http://www. aliveagainmovie. com)
All media and interview requests can be made through Co-Producer Evan Ginzburg. Click on the link below to see the theatrical trailer for Theresa Sareo: Alive Again: http://www. youtube. com/watch? v=gUlazE3khpc (http://www. youtube. com/watch? v=gUlazE3khpc)
Join us for an evening both musical and memorable as Theresa Sareo rises "Alive Again" on Broadway on June 11th 2009 at 7:30 PM.
About Theresa Sareo Alive Again Documentary/Concert Project:
Theresa Sareo travels nationwide meeting with wounded warriors from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars; she is also a motivational speaker and performs regularly in clubs, educational settings, and for the military. Evan Ginzburg is the Associate Producer of The Wrestler starring Academy Award nominee Mickey Rourke. Along with award-winning filmmaker Rye Joseph, they have been capturing Ms. Sareo's appearances on film for this Fall 2009 release.
Contact:
Evan Ginzburg Co-Producer
Theresa Sareo Alive Again documentary
718-740-4138
Http://www. aliveagainmovie. com (http://www. aliveagainmovie. com)
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