Michael Riedel & Patrick Pacheco Talkin’ Theater
July 22
Michael Riedel and Patrick Pacheco (and a few surprise guests) take the stage for a lively evening of conversation, stories, and spirited debate about Broadway’s past, present, and future.
Matchbook Festival 2026
Thanks to all performers, staff, and audience members who made Matchbook Fest 2026 possible. SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!
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Spark Something New
Matchbook Fest is a new summer festival, presented by Mix & Match Productions. Bringing together theater, music, comedy, and conversation, Matchbook invites artists to share works in development, test new ideas, and connect with audiences. Part performance series, part creative sandbox, the festival celebrates the artistic process, offering audiences a rare opportunity to experience exciting work as it takes shape.
PAST EVENTS
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Matchbook Sparks Vol. 1: FOMO x Such a Precious Thing
July 23
Two bold new musicals in one evening, from a Silicon Valley thriller to an intimate new work by Jane Bruce, Billie Aken-Tyers, and Trey Everett.
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Steady
July 24
A new play exploring what we are willing to accept for our art. By Trey Everett, featuring an original score by Eleri Ward and direction and choreography by Ellenore Scott.
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Matt Doyle & Bonnie Milligan: Mentally Unwell, But Funny
July 26
Broadway besties in concert. Who the hell knows what it’ll be, they don’t yet.
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Steve Burns Alive
July 29 & 30
Steve Burns (yes, Blue’s Clues Steve) stars in a wildly funny and unexpectedly moving new solo play about fame, grief, and internet mythology.
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Matchbook Sparks Vol. 2: BLUDLINE: A Hip-Hop Odyssey x The One-Man Odyssey
July 31
Two unforgettable takes on Homer’s epic—from a Richard Rodgers Award-winning hip-hop musical to an extraordinary one-man performance in the original Ancient Greek.
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Andrew Lippa: New Songs, New Stories
August 3
An intimate evening with one of musical theater’s most celebrated writers, joined by special guests Jordan Fisher, Kate Baldwin, and New Yorker writer Adam Gopnik.
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Rosie: the Musical
August 4
A new musical gets the iconic riveter jumping off the page in this hilarious, original story that will make the 40’s feel more contemporary than ever.
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it’s like an amazing time to be alive right now (!), or The Crypto Play by Charlie Oh
August 5
Money isn’t real, it’s a social construct, so you can’t really “steal” it… right? A new play about a totally normal party that goes exactly as planned.
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Matchbook Sparks Vol. 3: What Would Meryl Do? x Bi
August 6
Two hilarious new solo comedies—from a desperate man’s quest to live like Meryl Streep to a sharp, fearless exploration of being biracial, bisexual, and bipolar.
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The Situation is Getting Worse by Philip Kenner
August 7
A darkly hilarious new play about orphaned siblings, a dying planet, and the absurdity of surviving it all. It’s like Three Sisters, with toxic goo. Directed by Rory McGregor.
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The Joe Iconis Musical Hootenanny
August 10
Joe Iconis hosts an unforgettable evening of Broadway favorites, surprise guests, and brand-new musical theater in glorious organized chaos.
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Matchbook Sparks Vol. 4: What Would Meryl Do? x Disappearing Act
August 11
One man’s quest to live like Meryl Streep pairs with an unforgettable blend of comedy, magic, and mentalism for an evening full of surprises.
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Eli Bolin v. Nikko Benson: A Musical Theater Deathmatch
August 13
Get ready to rumble! On August 13, songwriters Nikko Benson (Nikola, ElseWhere) and Eli Bolin (Co-Op, John Mulaney & the Sack Lunch Bunch) face off in a match of musical theater mayhem in Bolin v. Benson: A Musical Theater Deathmatch.
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Barbara (and Kenneth)
August 14
Imagine having HUNDREDS of jobs and only being known for being blonde and wearing pink. Barbara has had enough so she’s telling her story, her way.
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March Madness by Kevin Zak
August 16
Little Fucking Women. The outrageous new comedy gives a beloved classic the irreverent treatment it never knew it needed.
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Zack Zadek & Friends
August 17
An intimate concert featuring Zack Zadek and special guests celebrating new music and Broadway talent.
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Matchbook Sparks Vol. 5: Next Year in Connecticut! x Song Society
August 18
A dysfunctional Passover musical meets an exciting new solo work in an evening of bold new voices.
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Matchbook Sparks Vol. 6: Kira Stone & Veronica Mansour in Concert
August 19
Two of musical theater’s most exciting emerging songwriters share an unforgettable evening of new music.
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Matchbook Sparks Vol. 7: Girls Really Listen to Me x NOVA
August 20
Two fearless solo plays tackle privilege, sexuality, identity, and power with humor, honesty, and bite.
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Precursula
August 21
Alex Moffat stars in Caroline Kingsley’s wickedly funny new play, giving the sea witch her long-overdue side of the story.
Mission Statement
Matchbook exists to create a home where artists can experiment, collaborate, and share works in development with live audiences. We believe the creative process is worth celebrating, and that some of the most exciting moments in live performance happen long before opening night.
About Mix & Match Productions
Mix & Match Productions is an independent theatrical producing and general management company dedicated to developing bold new work and supporting artists throughout every stage of the creative process. Working across commercial, nonprofit, and developmental theater, Mix & Match partners with writers, directors, and producers to bring ambitious live performances to audiences in New York and beyond.
Festival Credits
Producers: Mix and Match Productions (Mitch Marois, Maxwell Beer, Lana Russell, Alex Montoya, Caitlin Berg, Cassie Pierce)
Festival Branding: Derrick Weishaar
Digital Advertising: ARTHOUSE
Ticketing: TodayTix
Sound Designer: Daniel Lundberg
Associate Sound Designer: Jamie Davis
Sound Engineer: Marcus Myler
Lighting Designer: Sarah Woods
Lighting Consultants: Finn Bamber & Abigail Sage
Scenic Consultant: Forest Entsminger
Production Manager: Sean McGrath
Special Thanks: Ars Nova, The Goat Exchange, PRG, Hendel Productions, Steven Beer
Official Matchbook Festival Partners
