A special live reading of the international hit show about a sh*t show … with bonus footage!
In 2007, American actor and playwright Peter Michael Marino wrote a musical based on the film “Desperately Seeking Susan,” featuring the hit songs of Blondie. It opened on London’s West End…and closed a month later. Whoops! This high-octane, comical roller coaster ride has played everywhere from Edinburgh to London, and LA to NYC. The critically-acclaimed solo show fills in the blanks of how the $6 million musical was made, and unmade. From hatching the idea to deals with MGM, Debbie Harry, and even Madonna – all the way to thrilling workshops, dangerous previews, scathing reviews, closing night, and beyond.
Peter Michael Marino is a NYC-based writer, producer, performer, and educator whose work has been seen on five continents. Pete recently performed his epic, sci-fi, tabletop adventure, “Planet of the Grapes” – which received 4-star reviews and a Malcolm Hardee Comedy Award Nomination at the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. He’s the creator of the long-running, critically acclaimed, interactive family comedy “Show Up, Kids!” – which continues to run in NYC after 8 years. Pete was a frequent collaborator with The (former) Kennedy Center and Washington National Opera, creating several educational videos and live stage shows. He appeared in STOMP for five years off-Broadway and on tour.
