I spoke too soon...

Last I wrote, I had visited my RENT family on the road and was so moved by it. Last week, while shooting in Dallas, I found myself remembering "the good 'ol days" with another former RENTer. Imagine my surprise to (very unexpectedly) find myself back in the show now. Yes, I am currently reprising Joanne in the Rapp/Pascall tour of RENT. Orlando this week. Miami next week.

In the new year, look for me on the small screen in "24" and "The Deep End".

More to come!

Love,

M

VENICE MAGAZINE ARTICLE, SPAM and RENT

http://www.andrew-fish.com/Merle-Dandridge-Venice.pdf

Here's a link to a lovely piece in this month's Venice Magazine

If you haven't heard, my time with SPAMALOT has come to a close in lovely Costa Mesa this past Sunday. Two days later, I had the great privilege of watching my RENT family (most from the New York company) grace the same stage as Spamalot confetti continued to fall during the show. :) This touring company of RENT is amazing. There are small changes in the show, but the heart of the piece is stronger than ever. You MUST see this tour if you haven't already. I cried from the beginning to the end. Sure, part of that was sentimental given that I hadn't seen these people I love so much in so long. But I think it was more that the show was hitting me with fresh eyes. What a gift.

I'm staying in L.A., so stay tuned for upcoming television appearances. I'm already having a great time out here.

Love,

Merle

Live in San Fran and L.A.

Hey Gang!

Thanks for those who came out to our Spamalot/Wicked BC/EFA benefit in San Fran.  The song I sang, drew the composer to come out to San Francisco and put on a show of his original works.  Come out and support!

Friday July 3rd at the Rrazz Room in Hotel Nikko, San Francisco.  The songs of Scott Allen.  You will not be disappointed!

And on the following Tuesday, July 6th, we begin our 9 week run at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles . I cannot wait!  See you soon!

Love,

Merle

Tour Schedule

SPAMALOT coming to you!

Chicago,IL Jan 20-Feb 1
Detroit,MI Feb 03-Feb 15
Huntsville, AL Feb 17-Feb 22
Melbourne, FL Feb 24-Mar 1
Tampa, FL Mar 3-Mar 8
Austin, TX Mar 10-Mar 15
Atlanta, GA Mar 17-Mar 22
Wilmington, DE Mar 24-Mar 29
Cleveland, OH Mar 31-Apr 5
Anchorage, AK Apr 14-Apr 24
Eugene, OR Apr 28-May 3
Spokane, WA May 4-May 9
Denver, CO May 11-May 17
San Francisco, CA May 18-Jul 5
Los Angeles, CA Jul 6-Sept 6
San Diego, CA Sept 7-Sept 13

See you then!
Love, M