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| Shawn Ryan At The Empire Plush Room Whether it is acting, singing, or charming Regis Philbin on America's Got Talent or playing Karen Adams/Buzz Baltimore (The Lesbian Drag King) on Womens Murder Club, Pleasanton native Shawn Ryan is taking the world by storm, one song at a time! Shawn Ryan is Entertainment! Shawn takes the stage Fri. January 11th, 12th and 13th at SFs historic Empire Plush Room . Shawn will be joined by the Kelly Park Trio. Think of Shawn as the love child of Peter Allen and Bette Midler, and you get the idea. An intimate evening with one of the up and coming headliners of tomorrow. A not to be missed event to be sure! Shawn Ryan is one of the rising stars performing jazz and standards today - having what the LA Times calls a charm that is rare! After placing in the semi-finals of NBC's 2006 Summer hit, America's Got Talent, Shawns star continues to ascend. He currently has two albums, numerous national TV appearances, and his 2006 National Tour encompassed over 30 cities. Most recently, Shawn guest starred on Womens Murder Club as Karen Adams, a lesbian drag king. A guy playing a girl playing a guy only Shawn could do that! Shawn started performing in SF in 2000, winning the Bay Area Cabaret Competition. The City by the Bay embraced him as the hottest young cabaret singer to hit the scene!" - and the rest of America soon followed. This uniquely talented performer combines classic standards and insightful comedy for an unforgettable evening of jazz, and comedy. The first national tour brought a nomination for the prestigious MAC Award (Manhattan Association of Cabaret) as Best Musical Comedy Show. Shawns career in film and TV is on the ascend. Shawn appeared in the films American Pie 3, First Daughter, and in Boston Public on TV. Now based in LA, this young, openly gay performer lives with his partner of six years, actor John Ainsworth. Shawn has two CDs currently available. Shawn Ryan The Debut with the Kelly Park Trio, spotlights this "new jazz wunderkid", and his newest album Blue Skies (LML Music) continues to garner rave reviews as Shawn heads out on his 4th national tour this year. write your comments about the article :: © 2008 Jazz News :: home page |