Christmas with Neel Patrick & Friends
Saturday, November 30th, 2024
The Simpsonville Arts Center Auditorium
Step into the warmth of the season with an unforgettable evening of Christmas music at the Simpsonville Arts Center this Thanksgiving weekend! Neel Patrick and Hartworks Theatrics return to the SAC stage with a brand-new concert to kick off the 2024 Christmas season! Joined by accompanist Lance Bastian and a few surprise guests, this intimate, cabaret-style concert creates a cozy, homey atmosphere—perfect for continuing a cherished tradition or starting a new one! With two acts blending the magic of beloved classics and contemporary holiday tunes, this show is sure to make you feel right at home for Christmas.
RECENT PERFORMANCES
escape to margaritaville
This June, Neel Patrick completed a run of Jimmy Buffett's romantic comedy Escape to Margaritaville at Greenville Theatre, where he played Brick alongside his friend Celia Blitzer as Tammy. Directed by Ashley Robinson, the production also starred Jacob Seay, Jamie Ann Walters, and Stan Peal.
"Neel Patrick is perfection—a delight to work with as well as a great talent. Besides being a wonderful actor and singer, his sweet, positive energy is infectious, inspiring an entire company to bring their best. I want him in every show I direct."
MICHAEL KOSTROFF
Director, Author, Veteran Stage & Screen Actor
About Neel Patrick
Neel Patrick Edwards ("Neel Patrick," he/him) is an actor, singer, theatremaker, and communications professional based in the Upstate of South Carolina. Originally from Spartanburg, Neel Patrick developed an early love for the performing arts and has rarely misses an opportunity to entertain—whether on stage or through spontaneous musical outbursts.As a performer, Neel Patrick has brought his unique energy and voice to a wide range of roles, leaving his mark on characters such as Max Bialystock in The Producers (Joanne Woodward Award), Nicely-Nicely Johnson in Guys and Dolls (Joanne Woodward Award), and the brooding Dom Claude Frollo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame (BroadwayWorld SC Award Nomination). He has performed across the Carolinas at notable venues including The Flat Rock Playhouse, Greenville Theatre, Centre Stage, The South Carolina Children's Theatre, The Younts Center for Performing Arts, and The Simpsonville Arts Center. His passion for musical theatre and dedication to storytelling shine through in every performance.In addition to his theatrical work, Neel Patrick has headlined various cabarets and concerts, most notably his Christmas with Neel Patrick and Friends series. Highlights include 2023's Melodies Under the Mistletoe (BroadwayWorld South Carolina Regional Theatre Award Nomination for "Best Cabaret/Concert/Solo Performance") and 2024's Christmas with Neel Patrick and Friends.Beyond performing, Neel Patrick is a skilled communications professional. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and offers freelance consulting services in graphic design, social media management, and event coordination. In 2023, he combined his love of theatre and organizational skills to launch Hartworks Theatrics, a nonprofit arts production company dedicated to bringing his passion projects to life.Outside of the theatre, Neel Patrick finds joy and inspiration in Disney, especially the magic of the Disney Parks. He dreams of continually exploring new ways to merge his interests in entertainment and communication while nurturing the arts community in his hometown and beyond.
BROADWAY WORLD
Mel Brooks' The Producers
The cast is uniformly top notch, fully embracing the over the top absurdity of the piece. Neel Patrick Edwards infuses his Max Bialystock with every last drop of energy he can possibly muster. And then amps it up. Combining [the character's] cynicism with sparkling personality and crisp comic timing, Edwards makes the most of this showstopping role.
CAROLINA CURTAIN CALL
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
“Hunchback” obviously contains some religious devotional music, and overtones, but the Church does not escape Hugo’s brutal pen, painting our antagonist Dom Claude Frollo (Neel Patrick Edwards) as a brutal hypocrite, proselytizing to Quasimodo about resisting the carnal desires of adolescence, all the while blatantly (and aggressively) pursuing Esmeralda. Young Edwards embodies a man about three times his age here. His presence and persona in this dramatic turn is piercingly real and he handily dominates the proceeding whenever he is in a scene. Frankly, it’s been a long time since I have seen an actor just outright almost walk away with a show on this scale.
My Artistic Statement
As a passionate theatremaker, I am dedicated to utilizing the power of live performance to entertain audiences with meaningful and impactful stories. Whether I am performing on stage or working behind the scenes, my ultimate goal is to create unforgettable work that resonates with and transforms audiences.As a performer, I long to build a trustworthy and intimate relationship with audiences.As an actor, I constantly seek new and challenging roles that allow me to explore and evolve as an artist. I firmly believe that the key to a successful performance lies in discovering the truth, authenticity, and essence of the material, bringing it to life in honest, captivating, and entertaining ways.As a creator, I strive to craft dynamic and innovative productions that challenge the boundaries of traditional theatre. I strongly believe in the collaborative nature of theatre and actively seek opportunities to bring together diverse and talented teams, creating unique and unforgettable theatrical experiences.I am deeply committed to the enchanting and ever-changing shared experience of live theatre, and I am excited to continue growing as an artist, dedicated to realizing my many visions and ideas on stage.
Upcoming Performances
Performance List
| Date(s) | Show | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| January 10th, 2025 | Performance Artist Series: Neel Patrick (6:45, 7:45, 8:45) | Greenville Center for Creative Arts |
| May 2nd — 4th, 2025 | A Weekend with Sondheim (Featured Soloist) | Greenville Theatre |
| December 19th, 2025 | Christmas with Neel Patrick | The Simpsonville Arts Center |
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