COVID Cancels Everything
Along with all my actor friends, we're deeply impacted by what COVID-19 has done. Whether or not you're a performer, it is helpful to remember how many different people are involved in a single production--even a local community production. Costume designers and helpers (people who sow the buttons, hem the pants, etc.), lighting designers and helpers (those who hang the lights, focus the lights, add the color gels, etc.), technical designers and helpers (sawing the wood, drilling the pieces together, carving the set, etc.), prop masters and helpers (shopping for the various items needed for props and setting them in their place), stage managers and backstage helpers, directors, producers, choreographers, musicians, box office folks, ticket takers (often volunteers), and MORE. It's much more than just the actors you see on the stage during a show! This has affected us all in various ways. Theaters are now starting to open up and welcome audiences back, and for that, I'm grateful.
Thanks for visiting my page and reading this!
Thanks for visiting my page and reading this!
Rudolph saves Christmas AGAIN!
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Very happy to report that I'm now on tour, again, with this fun show! My sixth year touring the nation as Santa Claus. It's a stage version of the 1964 claymation movie. The picture to the left is from this year! That's ME as Santa. Visit RudolphTheMusical.com ! |
PREVIOUS EXCITEMENT:
February 21 - March 8, 2020
Theater Works
I returned to Theater Works (Peoria, AZ) for the first time since 2002. I played the fun role of Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, described as "bumbling but haplessly charming" and an "energetic, quirky, and good-natured aristocrat". My friend Michael Kary directed the show!
Theater Works
I returned to Theater Works (Peoria, AZ) for the first time since 2002. I played the fun role of Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, described as "bumbling but haplessly charming" and an "energetic, quirky, and good-natured aristocrat". My friend Michael Kary directed the show!
RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL
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For the 5th time, I toured the nation with this fun and classic show, playing the fat man himself (actually he's skinny for 99% of the show). I originated the role in 2014, returned in 2015 and 2016, took a break in 2017, then did it again in 2018 and 2019.
Check rudolphthemusical.com for all the tour dates and locations! My bio from this season--
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October 9 - November 10, 2019
Phoenix Theatre Company / Hormel Theatre
Not a kids show--but a powerful theatrical
experience. I played five different characters as part of the Ensemble. This was my FIRST time working with Phoenix Theatre, and it was a delight.
June 21 - 30, 2019
Arizona Regional Theatre
"Orin Scrivello, played to smarmy perfection by Jason Hammond, represents the decay of human decency, as well as the terror that enters the souls of those who visit the dentist. Hammond leans into his role and does not shy away from the depravity the character requires."
--Emily Noxon, Broadway World, 6/25/19
"Jason Hammond plays Orin Scrivello (D.D.S.) with a style that is uniquely his own. Hammond's take on the demented dentist is a mixture of dorky sex appeal and cruel delight."
--Carolyn Thomas, Phoenix Stages, 6/25/19
Arizona Regional Theatre
"Orin Scrivello, played to smarmy perfection by Jason Hammond, represents the decay of human decency, as well as the terror that enters the souls of those who visit the dentist. Hammond leans into his role and does not shy away from the depravity the character requires."
--Emily Noxon, Broadway World, 6/25/19
"Jason Hammond plays Orin Scrivello (D.D.S.) with a style that is uniquely his own. Hammond's take on the demented dentist is a mixture of dorky sex appeal and cruel delight."
--Carolyn Thomas, Phoenix Stages, 6/25/19
Winter 2018 - reprised my role as Santa Claus on the national tour of
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical
Follow my tour adventures at my blog --
jasonsnationaltour.blogspot.com
Photos courtesy of myself, McCoy Rigby Entertainment, & Character Arts, LLC
From the Balcony: The Ultimate Phan
One Night Only April 18, 2016 at Davenport’s
Chicago, IL – From the Balcony: The Ultimate Phan will play one night only on Monday, April 18, 8 PM, at Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret, 1383 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. Performer Jason M. Hammond will debut his one-man show about his life-long obsession with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera. Tickets are available by calling (773) 278-1830 or by visiting davenportspianobar.com.
From the Balcony: The Ultimate Phan is a tell-all cabaret on the subject of one man's love of The Phantom of the Opera. From meeting the stars to sitting in the make-up chair, hear stories and songs revolving around the longest running show in Broadway history—from a guy who loves it very, very much. Audiences will hear numbers from Phantom and Love Never Dies, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sequel to Phantom, as well as other musicals. Those in attendance will also have an opportunity to try their luck at Phantomtrivia to win prizes and participate in a Q&A about Phantom history.
Special guests will include Emilie Lynn, who starred as Christine in three international tours of The Phantom of the Opera, as well as Fantine in Les Miserables at Drury Lane, Ellen in Miss Saigon at Paramount Theatre, and Babette in Beauty and the Beast at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Also appearing is Chicago cabaret performer Scott Gryder, who will be showcasing his Emmy Award-winning puppet skills (WCIU's ‘Green Screen Adventures’). Read more about both special guests at emilielynn.com and thescottgryder.com.
Jason M. Hammond most recently appeared in the cast of the Jeff Award winning Chicago Premiere of Sondheim on Sondheim at Porchlight Music Theatre. He also appeared in two consecutive national tours of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer as Santa Claus. Favorite past credits include Nicky (Avenue Q—regional premiere, Santa Ana, Calif.), Yvan (Art, Anthem, Ariz.), Jack (Into the Woods, Phoenix), Willum (The Nerd, Chicago), Bob Cratchit (A Christmas Carol, Los Angeles), Gary (4Play, Chicago), Marcellus (The Music Man, Aliso Viejo, Calif.), The Fool (Accidental Death of an Anarchist, Phoenix) and Mr. MacGregor (Peter Rabbit and Me, Chicago). A former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper, Jason hopes to one day play the title role in The Phantom of the Opera. Jason recently recorded an album of his favorite songs, titled Remember, available at jasonmhammond.weebly.com.
The evening will be directed by Jeff Award nominee Christopher Pazdernik and music directed by Jeff Award winner Aaron Benham. Previous collaborations between Pazdernik and Benham include four hit cabaret revues at Davenport’s: It’s an Art: the Songs of Stephen Schwartz; Nobody’s Side: Broadway’s Cult Classics; Un-Type Cast; and Carol and Patti: Together Again for the First Time. In addition to credits with musical theatre companies across Chicago, they are also co-hosts of the long-running live musical theater talk show, Option Up!, in residence at Stage 773.
From the Balcony: The Ultimate Phan performs Monday, April 18, 8 PM, at Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret, 1383 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. $13 cover charge, plus 2 drink minimum. Tickets are available by calling (773) 278-1830 or by visiting davenportspianobar.com. Limited seating; advance reservations highly recommended.
Chicago, IL – From the Balcony: The Ultimate Phan will play one night only on Monday, April 18, 8 PM, at Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret, 1383 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. Performer Jason M. Hammond will debut his one-man show about his life-long obsession with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera. Tickets are available by calling (773) 278-1830 or by visiting davenportspianobar.com.
From the Balcony: The Ultimate Phan is a tell-all cabaret on the subject of one man's love of The Phantom of the Opera. From meeting the stars to sitting in the make-up chair, hear stories and songs revolving around the longest running show in Broadway history—from a guy who loves it very, very much. Audiences will hear numbers from Phantom and Love Never Dies, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sequel to Phantom, as well as other musicals. Those in attendance will also have an opportunity to try their luck at Phantomtrivia to win prizes and participate in a Q&A about Phantom history.
Special guests will include Emilie Lynn, who starred as Christine in three international tours of The Phantom of the Opera, as well as Fantine in Les Miserables at Drury Lane, Ellen in Miss Saigon at Paramount Theatre, and Babette in Beauty and the Beast at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Also appearing is Chicago cabaret performer Scott Gryder, who will be showcasing his Emmy Award-winning puppet skills (WCIU's ‘Green Screen Adventures’). Read more about both special guests at emilielynn.com and thescottgryder.com.
Jason M. Hammond most recently appeared in the cast of the Jeff Award winning Chicago Premiere of Sondheim on Sondheim at Porchlight Music Theatre. He also appeared in two consecutive national tours of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer as Santa Claus. Favorite past credits include Nicky (Avenue Q—regional premiere, Santa Ana, Calif.), Yvan (Art, Anthem, Ariz.), Jack (Into the Woods, Phoenix), Willum (The Nerd, Chicago), Bob Cratchit (A Christmas Carol, Los Angeles), Gary (4Play, Chicago), Marcellus (The Music Man, Aliso Viejo, Calif.), The Fool (Accidental Death of an Anarchist, Phoenix) and Mr. MacGregor (Peter Rabbit and Me, Chicago). A former Disneyland Jungle Cruise Skipper, Jason hopes to one day play the title role in The Phantom of the Opera. Jason recently recorded an album of his favorite songs, titled Remember, available at jasonmhammond.weebly.com.
The evening will be directed by Jeff Award nominee Christopher Pazdernik and music directed by Jeff Award winner Aaron Benham. Previous collaborations between Pazdernik and Benham include four hit cabaret revues at Davenport’s: It’s an Art: the Songs of Stephen Schwartz; Nobody’s Side: Broadway’s Cult Classics; Un-Type Cast; and Carol and Patti: Together Again for the First Time. In addition to credits with musical theatre companies across Chicago, they are also co-hosts of the long-running live musical theater talk show, Option Up!, in residence at Stage 773.
From the Balcony: The Ultimate Phan performs Monday, April 18, 8 PM, at Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret, 1383 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago. $13 cover charge, plus 2 drink minimum. Tickets are available by calling (773) 278-1830 or by visiting davenportspianobar.com. Limited seating; advance reservations highly recommended.
Jason's Album "Remember"
Hard copies are SOLD OUT!
Digital copies available - $15
Digital copies available - $15
1. Remember When It Rained (made popular by Josh Groban)
2. Your Song (as sung in Moulin Rouge)
3. This is the Moment (from Jekyll & Hyde)
4. Unexpected Song (from Song & Dance)
5. The Phantom of the Opera (from The Phantom of the Opera)
6. Til I Hear You Sing (from Love Never Dies)
7. For Always (from the movie A.I.)
8. Bring Him Home (from Les Miserables)
9. Vincent (Starry Starry Night) (Josh Groban version)
10. Love Changes Everything (from Aspects of Love)
11. Broken Vow (made popular by Lara Fabian)
12. You Raise Me Up (made popular by Josh Groban)
13. Anthem (from Chess)
14. This is the Night (made popular by Clay Aiken)
15. Remember (from the movie Troy)
2. Your Song (as sung in Moulin Rouge)
3. This is the Moment (from Jekyll & Hyde)
4. Unexpected Song (from Song & Dance)
5. The Phantom of the Opera (from The Phantom of the Opera)
6. Til I Hear You Sing (from Love Never Dies)
7. For Always (from the movie A.I.)
8. Bring Him Home (from Les Miserables)
9. Vincent (Starry Starry Night) (Josh Groban version)
10. Love Changes Everything (from Aspects of Love)
11. Broken Vow (made popular by Lara Fabian)
12. You Raise Me Up (made popular by Josh Groban)
13. Anthem (from Chess)
14. This is the Night (made popular by Clay Aiken)
15. Remember (from the movie Troy)
