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Puerto Vallarta's most trusted rental agency PVRPV has scored another accomplishment after signing on as a show sponsor for The Golden Gays™ holiday musical "Thank YULE for Being a Friend" which is set to run at Act2 Stages in December this year.

The sponsorship deal between the rental agency and The Golden Gays™ musical will see the rental agency support the production through various avenues such as housing and marketing.

The Golden Gays™ is a well-known musical theatre company that has been entertaining audiences for years with their energetic Golden Girls inspired musicals. The show, "Thank YULE for Being a Friend," is a beautifully crafted musical that celebrates the joy and beauty of the holiday season through music, dance, and comedy.

The rental agency's sponsorship of the show is a significant milestone and demonstrates their unwavering commitment to supporting the local Puerto Vallarta art community and queer artists. This sponsorship will allow audiences to enjoy the best of both worlds – a spectacular holiday musical and a comfortable stay at one of the best rental agency's properties in town.

"We are thrilled that PVRPV has signed on to support The Golden Gays™ and our holiday musical premier at Act2 Stages. This sponsorship shows their commitment to Puerto Vallarta," said Jason B. Schmidt, Producer of The Golden Gays™.

The rental agency has been providing top-notch rental services in Puerto Vallarta for over 18 years, offering clients comfortable, affordable, and luxurious vacation rental properties. The sponsorship of The Golden Gays™ holiday musical is part of the rental agency's strategy to support the local community while providing premium services to clients worldwide.

For more information, please contact the rental agency's office at (123) 456-7890 or email info@puertovallartarentalagency.com.

Golden Gays™ Announce Jonathan Joseph Peters as Blanche Devereaux in "Ring Ring! It’s the Libertine Belle"

PHILADELPHIA, PA – The Golden Gays™ are thrilled to unveil their latest casting gem: Jonathan Joseph Peters will don the persona of Blanche Devereaux, the iconic, vivacious member of the beloved Golden Girls quartet, in their forthcoming production.

Peters, a resident of Provincetown, MA, boasts a colorful profile as a designer of women’s wear and has previously dazzled audiences with his appearances on Project Runway. Beyond fashion, he’s known for being a runway show producer, a creative director, and a radiant positive thinker with a zest for laughter. With the drag moniker, Vivienne Fontaine, he's set to sprinkle his own brand of magic to this iconic role.

Jason B. Schmidt, The Golden Gays™ Producer, shared his enthusiasm, saying, “The entire Golden Gays™ Drag Troupe team is very excited to welcome Jonathan Joseph Peters for RING RING! It’s the Libertine Belle in Wayne, NJ and Provincetown, MA. We couldn’t have found a better Blanche for these performances and we look forward to his unique spin on this character. We invite you to join us at one of the three shows this October.”

Show Details:

RING RING! IT'S THE LIBERTINE BELLE MURDER MUSICAL
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2023 
 WAYNE, NJ  
WILLIAM PATERSON UNIVERSITY  

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2023 & SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2023  
PROVINCETOWN, MA  
at REDROOM CLUB

Founded in 2017, The Golden Gays™ have charmed audiences across the U.S. and even mid-ocean. Their renditions of the legendary Golden Girls - Blanche Devereaux, Dorothy Zbornak, Rose Nylund, and Sophia Petrillo, filled with music, comedy, and surprises, have amassed a dedicated following.

Lynne Greene, known for portraying “Young Dorothy” on The Golden Girls, praises the troupe, “The Golden Gays are simply wonderful. I cannot recommend them highly enough. Go! You will have a fabulous time. Go!” Echoing the sentiment, two-time Emmy award-winning Golden Girls co-producer, Marsha Posner Williams, raves, “The Golden Gays™ always make me laugh. Their ability to improv is extraordinary... They are a fabulously funny troupe that lovingly connects you to your favorite foursome!”

Ready to witness the magic?  
Get your tickets to RING RING! The Libertine Belle Murder Musical at The Golden Gays™ website.
For more glimpses into Jonathan's world, follow him on Instagram: @jonathanjosephpeters
Keep up with The Golden Gays™ adventures on Social Media: @thegoldengays85

CONTACT:
producer@thegoldengays.net
admin@thegoldengays.net
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Looking back, The Golden Girls feels like it was always meant to be a cultural mainstay, but the origin of the idea came from a surprisingly effective source. It was a skit that featured actresses Selma Diamond and Doris Roberts parodying hit NBC show Miami Vice that inspired the overall conceit of the show. So, how did this comedic duo making fun of a crime drama lead to the creation of The Golden Girls?

An article from South Florida newspaper, Sun Sentinel, revealed all the necessary factors that led to the creation of The Golden Girls. Prior to the 1984-85 television season, executives at NBC were looking for a show that could maximize the Saturday time slots. They needed to find an idea that garnered a wide audience, as Saturday was a tricky day for television, since many viewers weren't home and those that did stay in often rented movies.
The idea for The Golden Girls was first planted when then-Entertainment President Brandon Tarkitoff happened upon How to Marry a Millionaire, a 1953 movie that starred Hollywood icons Marilyn Monroe, Betty Grable, and Lauren Bacall in their attempts to, well, marry a millionaire. Tarkitoff found the premise of women pursuing a wealthy partner interesting, but it wasn't enough just yet.
A preview session for NBC's upcoming shows helped push Tarkitoff's initial musings to new heights. The NBC All-Star Hour was a TV special that previewed and celebrated the upcoming slate of shows that season. It featured clips of the shows, live musical performances, and a plethora of skits, comedy, and conversation from actors and other notable figures.

At the preview, Selma Diamond and Doris Roberts joked around about a new hit show set in Miami. Selma painted the scene about a show that involved cha-cha lessons, mink coats, and sitting on the beach, but Doris had to correct her before it got too far. The show they were promoting wasn't called "Miami Nice," it was Miami Vice. At the time Diamond was known for her role on Night Court while Roberts was known for Remington Steele and would later play a major role in Everybody Loves Raymond.
The chemistry and humor of Diamond and Roberts inspired Tarkitoff, who realized that the idea of an older woman pursuing a rich doctor was more fun than watching a younger girl do the same thing. A "Miami Nice" show could actually work, and Roberts and Diamond had shown him that firsthand. Susan Harris, who had created the two sitcoms Soap and Benson, was given the reins to the show and the star-studded cast soon followed. When the show debuted the next year, it was a smash hit that helped NBC rake in the weekend ratings that they were looking for.