Brooke Emmerich to Lead ALS Fundraiser Cabaret at The Green Room 42

A special cabaret performance, “Bit by the Bug,” will be held at The Green Room 42 in Midtown Manhattan on June 9th at 7 PM, benefiting Target ALS in memory of Judy Ellis. The display is led by actress, producer, writer, and ALS/FTD research advocate Brooke Emmerich, and features a cast of musical theatre performers.

A Tribute Through Music

The cabaret will feature a program of music that inspired the performers’ love of musical theatre, including hits from the Golden Age and the Disney Renaissance. Emmerich created the event in memory of her late mother, Judy Ellis, a prominent journalist, writer, and artist who instilled in her a lifelong passion for musical theatre.

Seeking Performers

The production is currently seeking musical directors/pianists and singer/actors. Submissions will be accepted until April 3rd at 11 PM. Those selected will participate in occasional check-ins, two three-hour rehearsals, and a coaching session with the cast and musical director.

Event Details

• Date: June 9th, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM (Call time 4:00 PM)
• Location: The Green Room 42, Midtown Manhattan
• Sound Check: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Commitment: 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM (with a 30-minute break from 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM)
• Program Length: 50-60 minutes of music

About Brooke Emmerich

Brooke Emmerich is a bicoastal actress, producer, writer, and advocate for ALS/FTD research. She has performed regionally in California, the Midwest, Maine, Florida, and New York, and is expanding her work into television, film, and voiceover. According to Voyage LA, Emmerich studied Acting at Illinois Wesleyan University and spent a semester abroad in London.

Supporting ALS Research

Proceeds from “Bit by the Bug” will benefit Target ALS, an organization dedicated to finding treatments for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Those interested in submitting for a performance slot or with questions can email [email protected].