JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS TO HONOR THE LIVES OF WILLIAM FINN, SUZANNE RAND, AND JOHN MONTEITH WITH SPECIAL EPISODE
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JAMIE deROY & FRIENDS
TO HONOR THE LIVES OF
WILLIAM FINN
SUZANNE RAND
AND
JOHN MONTEITH
WITH SPECIAL EPISODE
AIRING ON MAY 26 AND JUNE 2
New York, NY (May 23, 2025) – Producer Jamie deRoy announced today that her hit cable television program, “Jamie deRoy & friends” will honor the lives of Tony Award Winner William Finn (February 28, 1952 – April 8th, 2025), Award-winning performers Suzanne Rand (September 8th, 1949 – April 2th, 2025), and Rand’s partner John Monteith (November 1st, 1948 – January 16th, 2018), with a special episode, airing on Monday, May 26th and Monday, June 2nd at 8:00pm ET.
In continuing to celebrate the 35th Year of Jamie deRoy & friends, the episode will start with archival footage of an improv by Monteith & Rand at The Laurie Beechman Theater followed by a sit-down interview with William Finn at the Metropolitan Room, where he ends by singing “Mark’s All-Male Thanksgiving” from Elegies.
The episode is directed by Barry Kleinbort. Jamie deRoy & friends airs on Spectrum Channel 1993 and Verizon FIOS Channel 37.
Jamie deRoy, instantly recognizable for her iconic silver mane and omnipresent grin, is a perennial force in the world of show business and a beloved figure amidst New York’s cultural landscape, with an illustrious career spanning Broadway, cabaret, film, and television. Over the years, she has cemented her reputation as a prolific producer, an engaging performer, and a generous humanitarian, whose work has left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry and beyond.
Her producing career began almost serendipitously but quickly grew into the stuff of New York legend. Her role as a producer on more than 150 Broadway and Off-Broadway productions has earned her a staggering 14 Tony Awards and a diverse list of credits ranging from beloved revivals like Merrily We Roll Along and Gypsy to daring new works such as Leopoldstadt, The Ferryman, and Stereophonic.
Beyond Broadway, Jamie maintains a powerful presence on the New York nightclub scene. Her long running Jamie deRoy & friends series has spawned nine albums on the Harbinger and PS Classics labels. In addition to providing best-in-class entertainment offerings to a loyal fanbase, these shows have raised funds for numerous charitable causes, including The Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund).
Jamie’s reach extends into television, where she has made a significant impact with her Emmy-nominated variety show Jamie deRoy & friends. A pioneering figure in public access television, her show has aired for more than 34 years, bringing the best of New York’s nightlife and theater scene directly into viewers’ homes. Her credits also include producing award-winning documentaries like Rick McKay’s “Broadway: The Golden Age” and its sequel “Broadway: Beyond the Golden Age,” which celebrate the history and legacy of Broadway through the personal stories of its most prominent figures.
In addition to her 14 Tony Awards, her mantel boasts nine MAC Awards, 15 Drama Desk Awards, four Audience Choice Awards, and 14 Drama League Awards. Her dedication to promoting and supporting theater has also earned her the MJHI Manhattan Jewish Hall of Fame honor and various Lifetime Achievement recognitions from prestigious organizations such as CaB Magazine and The York Theatre.
As a performer, she has graced both the stage and the screen with memorable roles in iconic films such as GoodFellas and Raging Bull, and television appearances in shows like “Alice,” “Knight Rider”, and “Spider-Man.” On stage she has performed alongside René Auberjonois in The Threepenny Opera and under Barry Manilow’s musical direction in The Drunkard.
Jamie deRoy’s decades-long career stands as a testament to her deep commitment to fostering the creative spirit of the city, making her an enduring and influential figure in New York’s live entertainment world.
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