Performances begin February 27 for The York Theatre Company's returning Musicals in Mufti聽winter series. The two-show series launches with a revival of聽Don鈥檛 Bother Me, I Can鈥檛 Cope.
Continuing with the "mufti" theme, the musical is receiving a pared-down, book-in-hand concert staging format at the York Theatre Company at Saint Peter鈥檚. The 1972 Tony-nominated Don鈥檛 Bother Me, I Can鈥檛 Cope is playing through March 6, helmed by Leslie Dockery, with musical direction by William Foster McDaniel. Conceived by , it features a book, music and lyrics by . The show, which brings to light the African-American experience, is a vibrant mixture of gospel, jazz, funk, soul, calypso and soft rock. It will officially open Feb. 28.
The cast features Jelani Alladin, Darilyn Castillo, Doug Eskew, Tina Fabrique, Marva Hicks, Devin L. Roberts, Raun Ruffin and Debra Walton.
The second show in the series, Starting Here, Starting Now, will play March 12-20. The show features music by , with lyrics and direction by The York bills the musical as a "bold, extroverted revue" that examines romantic relationships.
Single tickets, starting at $45, can be purchased by visiting or by calling (212) 935-5820.
