F#@king Up Everything

Oct, NYMF Festival '09            45th Street Theater, NYC

 "The play is major entertainment. David Eric Davis' music is powerful, funny, and moving...Davis and Forman's book is so charming and witty...The cast delivers with the acting and on all the songs." - Duncan Pflaster, BroadwayWorld.com review

A Back Stage Critic's Pick: "...engaging actors and catchy music, paired with some funny twists and hipster-related humor, make this musical stand out as a fun, rocking show.  - Hilary Tuttle, Back Stage review

*****    "But one of the biggest surprises of the evening is the dazzling and sexy drummer, John Rochette, who has a very small scene with the stoner, Tony. The tension and chemistry between the two of them for that page and a half of dialogue is genuine and the actors take their time with the comic moments. I would have loved to have seen the characters of Arielle and the unnamed drummer incorporated more into the show."    *****  - nytheatre.com review

 

NYMF 2009 Awards for Excellence
Excellence in Writing: Book by Sam Forman and David Eric Davis
Outstanding Individual Performance: Noah Weisberg
Honorable Mention - Excellence in Writing: Lyrics by David Eric Davis
Honorable Mention - Outstanding Ensemble Performance

Ring of Fire Flat Rock Playhouse, NC May , '09

The Wedding Singer Gateway Playhouse, NY Sept, '08

Buddy,  The Buddy Holly Story Arvada Center, CO July 5 - Aug 3, '08

The Sphinx Winx, a new musical Tift Productions, Algonquin Theatre, NYC April 25 - May 7  '08

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story Westchester Broadway Theatre, NY Feb 21 - April 19, '08

Aesop's Fables East Coast Tour Aug - Nov '07

Dancing in the Streets "A Night of 60's Music", Long Island NY July 21.  '07

Take Me Out

Zach Scott Theatre, Austin TX
March 29 - May 6, '07

"John Rochette, who plays Kippy … boasts an open, amiable grin and easygoing charm that contrasts nicely with Reynard's reserve – a warmth to Darren's coolness … their scenes together have that satisfyingly smooth snap of a neatly turned doubleplay."  – The Austin Chronicle

"With polish and panache, ZACH scores a home run with TAKE ME OUT!"  – Austin American-Statesman

"The cast is terrific!"  – Michael Barnes, Out and About

Beehive Carousel Dinner Theatre, OH Jan  - Feb , '07

Stand By Your Man Surflight Theater,  NJ Oct '06

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story Carousel Dinner Theatre, OH July - Sept '06

"...a raucous delight, as McRoberts and his duo Tobia D'Amore and John Rochette actually play and sing the memorable songs."

"Their rendition of "Not Fade Away" is particularly kickass."

"...a journey to the roots of rock."  - Christine Howey, Scene; Arts & Entertainment

"John Rochette, as drummer Jerry Allison, is a terrific musician."  -  Roy Berko, The Times

"Yet the most passionate performance comes from... John Rochette." - Peter Filichia, Star Ledger

"...a memorable experience." - The New York Times

Blue Man Group NYC, Astor Place Theater Spring - Summer, '05

Phantom of the Opera National Tour Sept - Nov, '04

Guys and Dolls Shawnee Playhouse, PA June -Aug '04

The Rocky Horror Show Forum Theatre, NJ Dec '03

School House Rock! Forum Theatre, NJ April '03

The Shoestring Players Witches, Riches, and Wedding Cake Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Scotland August '03

The Rocky Horror Show Cabaret Theatre, NJ Oct '03

"John Rochette's portrayal of Frank N Furter is dead-on and unwavering. From his immaculate make-up to his high-heeled shoes, the "sweet transvestite" is ready to seduce the world. His interaction with every character on stage makes a statement and leaves little doubt as to why the show revolves around him. From the moment he appears to the second he exits, Rochette's interpretation keeps true to the classic character while adding a fresh flavor to the mix." - Inside Beat, Targum.

As You Like It Shakespeare Theatre of NJ Aug '02

The Marriage

Shakespeare Theatre of NJ
July, '02

Machinal Shakespeare Theatre of NJ June '02