Claybourne Elder

Mercury Theater Chicago

### Event Description: The Big Gay Cabaret Presents CLAYBOURNE ELDER at Venus Cabaret Theater

#### Event Overview:
Join us for an unforgettable evening as The Big Gay Cabaret proudly presents Claybourne Elder at the Venus Cabaret Theater. This special event will feature the multi-talented Claybourne Elder, known for his remarkable performances on Broadway and television.

#### Showtimes:
- **Friday, October 18th at 8 pm**
- **Saturday, October 19th at 8 pm**
- **Sunday, October 20th at 5 pm**

#### Venue:
- **Stage:** Venus Cabaret Theater

#### About Claybourne Elder:
Claybourne Elder is a celebrated actor currently playing John Adams on HBO’s hit series *The Gilded Age*. He was most recently seen on Broadway in the Tony Award-winning revival of *Company* starring Patti Lupone. Elder is a Grammy, Screen Actors Guild Award, Drama Desk, and Lucille Lortel nominee. His Broadway credits include *Bonnie and Clyde*, *Sunday in the Park with George*, *Torch Song*, and *Sondheim on Sondheim* at the Hollywood Bowl. He began his career originating the role of Hollis in Sondheim’s *Road Show* and Ollie in Tennessee Williams’ *One Arm*.

Other notable performances include:
- *Do I Hear A Waltz* at City Center
- *Allegro* at Classic Stage
- *Two by Two* starring Jason Alexander
- *Venice* at the Public Theatre
- Georgio in *Passion*
- Tony in *West Side Story*
- Joe in *Angels in America*
- Curly in *Oklahoma*
- Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince in *Into the Woods*
- Gaston in *Beauty and the Beast*

Elder also played Pete O’Malley in the CW’s *The Carrie Diaries*. His solo show has played to sold-out crowds across the country and in London.

#### Special Initiative:
Claybourne Elder recently launched an initiative called City of Strangers, which provides free tickets to Broadway shows for people who might not have the means. This initiative has given away over 3,000 tickets and has been featured on *This American Life*, *CBS This Morning*, and *The Kelly Clarkson Show*.

#### Meet & Greet:
An additional 25 meet & greet opportunities are available for fans to meet Claybourne Elder in person.

#### Tickets:
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Don't miss this chance to see Claybourne Elder live at the Venus Cabaret Theater. Secure your tickets now for an evening of exceptional entertainment!