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PHOTOS: ETHAN SLATER JOINS MARTI CUMMINGS FOR STAGE FRIGHT IN NYC

NEW YORK, NY — FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 — Broadway star and actor Ethan Slater joined drag entertainer and host Marti Cummings for the latest installment of Stage Fright, Cummings’ live interview and performance series at Red Eye NYC this week.

The evening brought Slater behind the curtain for the candid conversation, storytelling and unexpected moments that have made Stage Fright a go-to live late-night destination for Broadway stars, theater legends and rising performers.

Also joining the evening was Erich Schleck, currently appearing on the national tour of Jesus Christ Superstar, with Elijah Caldwell of Shucked on piano.

Elijah Caldwell, Marti Cummings, Erich Schleck / Photo: Jeff Eason
Elijah Caldwell, Marti Cummings, Erich Schleck / Photo: Jeff Eason

Stage Fright blends intimate interviews and live performance in the heart of New York City nightlife, bringing audiences up close with some of Broadway and entertainment’s most compelling voices.

Photos from the evening are available for editorial use.

Photo Credit: Jeff Eason

ABOUT STAGE FRIGHT

Hosted by Marti Cummings, Stage Fright is a long-running live interview and performance series bringing together voices from Broadway, television, music and culture for candid conversation, insider storytelling and live performance at Red Eye NYC.

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