Based on a true story, I’m A New Yorker chronicles the comic and tragic tale of a small town girl from Massachusetts who moves to New York City. Searching for the true meaning of what it is to be a New Yorker, she finds herself fascinated by the small things NY has to offer—the first time bliss of being introduced to a bagel with lox and chream cheese—ultimately falling for and marrying a charming, but certifiable nut-job. I’m A New Yorker features songs by Ian Finkel, Alan Menken, Carlos Elita Almaran, and Shelton Brooks. Ms. Allen is accompanied by Joel Martin on piano.

Starring Cheryl Ann Allen, Written by Ian Finkel

Cheryl Ann Allen has been immersed in show business her entire life. She has performed in numerous venues opening for such great stars as Jackie Mason, Rodney Dangerfield, and Sal Richards to name a few. Her voice has been heard on numerous recordings such as “It ‘s Never Too Late” (Fyvush Finkel). Recently, Cheryl Ann presented her one woman show “Sophie Tucker in Person” which explores the life of Sophie Tucker, the great Vaudeville star to great critical acclaim. She has performed this show at numerous venues in Florida and New York. Cheryl Ann has been featured in such shows as Jacque Brell, Mame and many other musical reviews. She has brought her show to The Taj Mahal in Atlantic City and toured England as lead singer with the 50s Rock Group – Shangri Las.

Ian Finkel (Writer/Director) was the World’s Greatest Xylophone Virtuoso. He appeared with and wrote for such stars as Tony Bennett, Whitney Houston, Michael Feinstein, Sid Caesar, Ginger Rogers, Tito Puente, Frank Zappa, Larry Gatlin, Martin Mull, and Madeline Kahn to name just a few. He frequently appeared with his late father of Yiddish theater fame, Emmy winning actor Fyvush Finkel.

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