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  1. Hi Matt,

    Just wanted to say how much we enjoyed your performance and the show. It was a wonderful surprise to see your name on the roster when I arrived at the theater. My friends really enjoyed meeting you and I, of course, loved seeing you afterwards. Continue to enjoy Sarasota and playing Mr. Astaire. How much fun. Have a great summer playing Billy in 42nd Street. I loved playing Dorothy Brock a few years ago. The show is so energized and exciting. And I just love tap dancing.

    Take care.

    Love,

    Patti

    (Posted on 2010-05-20 17:27:00 by Patti Dell)

  2. White Christmas was amazing....it really painted a living old fashioned Christmas on that stage. All of the cast was amazing and so talented. Thank you for the great feeling I left the show with.

    Have you ever considered doing workshops for High School kids? I am a director and I try to bring in Broadway performers in the Fall to do workshops with my kids....if you are interested, email me and put "workshop" in the subject line.

    Keep up the great work Hope to see you in more shows....so far I saw you in two (WC and Young Frankenstein).

    (Posted on 2009-12-28 01:45:00 by Steve Hempel)

  3. Hi Matt,

    Tom and I truly enjoyed the performance of White Christmas. Funny, witty, spirited and full of singing and dancing. We want to thank you for giving us a back stage tour too; it was thoughtful of you to give your time after the show. You have a wonderful family and we are grateful to be an extended part of it. Put us on your email list and keep us informed of your performaces.

    Happy Holidays, Maggie

    (Posted on 2009-12-17 13:11:00 by Maggie Surat)

  4. Hi Matt,

    Just wanted to say I just saw WHITE CHRISTMAS on wed matinee and enjoyed the show alot. You guys were really dancing your butts off and I thought the choreography was the best part of the show. Much success on your next project and I hope to see you perform again. I am a dancer/choreogrpaher who lives in Philly and Ive been choreographing musicals for 20 yrs....GREAT JOB...

    (Posted on 2009-12-03 19:39:00 by joe cicala)

  5. Contents of christmasmas.com

    (Posted on 2009-11-27 11:00:00 by christmasmas)

  6. Hi, Matthew.

    I´m Eduardo, a friend of Karin, from Brazil.

    I´d like to know you because I am an ex-dancer and now a coreographer.

    Karin told me all the best things about you...

    Well, I hope we can keep in touch.

    Hugs,

    Du

    my facebook: Eduardo Denardi

    my msn: dudenardi@hotmail.com

    (Posted on 2009-11-02 14:47:00 by Eduardo Denardi)

  7. Hey Matt, just went to reply to a very old message from you on facebook, and you weren't there any more! Looks like you're doing great! Congrats on the new show!

    Best,

    Jessica :)

    (Posted on 2009-08-31 03:49:00 by Jessica Curtis)

  8. Saw you as the Count in Young Frankenstein. You were great. Very funny part. Loved the way you danced off with your cape flowing. Would have loved to see what you did with Dr.Frankenstein. Saw the show twice would love to see it more but I'm broke. So sad over it's closing. So, many shows are closing on Broadway. It's the economy. I'm not a big broadway show guy but I loved YF. Don't care about the others closing. You were so lucky to be part of this production. You must have a lot of interesting stories. Well, best of luck in the future. Keep up the good work!

    (Posted on 2008-12-15 06:25:00 by JohnB)

  9. Hey Matt!

    Just checked out your page for the first time! It was fun. I hope that good things keep on coming for you!!

    I love you,

    Sooz

    (Posted on 2008-12-06 23:05:00 by Sooz)

  10. Hi! Matt!

    I had a chance to see your show"Young Frankenstein", sorry I had no time to tell you, we just came back from PA for college show, we had a guest player from CA, this is a first time to visit NY for her. Then our group director wanted to take her B'way show! Not only her, he took us the show today(11/14)It was really really fun show!!! We all were laughing so much!!!! We had a really great time.

    Thanks!

    (Posted on 2008-11-15 08:08:00 by Chikako)

  11. saw you in 'young frankenstein' on 10/17. you were outstanding!

    (Posted on 2008-11-03 06:37:00 by david budinger)

  12. Nice site. See ya around!

    (Posted on 2008-10-23 21:14:00 by SomeNick)

  13. its in october but thank you for taking me back stage

    (Posted on 2008-10-20 01:52:00 by conor)

  14. Can't imagine my surprise and delight when I came across your webpage - I hope you actually read the e-mails from this link...I sent you one. Hope to hear from you soon - your Nellie

    (Posted on 2008-09-14 03:56:00 by Shelley)

  15. Hi Matt,

    I saw you as Dr. Frankenstein at the August 9th performance and you were amazing! Congrats on having such a great role for your Broadway debut. I bought the soundtrack and honestly I liked your voice more then Roger Bart's but don't tell him that. Anyway....keep up the amazing work and I look forward to seeing you in more productions.

    Heather from Yonkers, NY

    (Posted on 2008-08-21 20:33:00 by Heather)

  16. Okay my english is very bad,but here i go..

    My name is Fernando Dente, i´m from Argentina, and i play the rol of Link Larking in the Argentinian´s version of the musical Hairspray.

    hairspray´s producers , produced here in my country THE PRODUCERS from Mel Brooks, two years ago, and it was an amazing hit! and next year they will produce Youn Frankenstein.

    Well i would like to have any answer, and i hope some day can see you on stage, not by youtube! jajaj

    good luck!

    Fer

    (Posted on 2008-08-19 05:02:00 by Fernando Dente)

  17. Okay my english is very bad,but here i go..

    My name is Fernando Dente, i´m from Argentina, and i play the rol of Link Larking in the Argentinian´s version of the musical Hairspray.

    hairspray´s producers , produced here in my country THE PRODUCERS from Mel Brooks, two years ago, and it was an amazing hit! and next year they will produce Youn Frankenstein.

    Well i would like to have any answer, and i hope some day can see you on stage, not by youtube! jajaj

    good luck!

    Fer

    (Posted on 2008-08-19 05:02:00 by Fernando Dente)

  18. Hi Matthew! My friends and I saw your performance last night (Thurs 8/07) and just wanted to say you were absolutely amazing! My friend Dina told me that you are a patient of the doctor she works for, small world, isn't it?

    Anyway, thanks for hanging out with all the fans in the pouring rain!

    (Posted on 2008-08-08 07:18:00 by Valerie F.)

  19. Some friends and I were in NYC on a mini-vacation from Philadelphia. We attended the evening performance of YF on Tuesday August 5. This was my second chance to see YF with the new cast. You did a fabulous job as FF. ROCK ON!!

    (Posted on 2008-08-07 13:54:00 by Lou Partridge)

  20. Congratulations,

    I'm sincere when I say that your performance in Young Frankenstein was the best theatrical performance I've seen in a long time. I cannot possibly think that Roger Bart, brilliant though he may be, performed better than you did.

    Thanks for a fantastic performance

    -Petra

    (Posted on 2008-08-07 02:41:00 by Petra)

  21. Congratulations Matt! It is fantastic to see you reach such a high level of achievement.


    Charles

    (Posted on 2008-07-21 09:15:00 by Charles Shelley)

  22. Hello Mr. LaBanca,

    I was present during your lead performance in Young Frankenstein on July 12, 2008 @ the 2:00 p.m. YOU ARE AMAZING! Awesome job! I yelled out to you when you exited the stage door Saturday night after the evening show "Super Job! and you turned and smiled, but I did not get your signature. Would love to have one! I understand the Mr. Bart took the lead for the 8:00 p.m. show......there is no way he delivered as great as you did!!! Thanks for

    making my trip to New York!!! I am a new fan and I hope to see you in other shows soon!

    Scott Lambert

    (Posted on 2008-07-17 04:36:00 by Scott Lambert)

  23. Mr LaBanca

    Saw you go on for Roger Bart in October, was wondering when you are scheduled to go on again! Was super impressed!

    Hope this finds you doing well... keep up the amazing work!

    A Fan

    (Posted on 2008-07-10 13:32:00 by A Fan)

  24. Matt, Cried because I knew it was you. So near and yet so far from the Yellow Brick Road in the Wiz!!! You Go!!!!. Nanette Maturi, Auntie Em

    (Posted on 2008-07-08 21:25:00 by Nanette Maturi)

  25. Matthew-

    Long ago, I had the pleasure to see you in Singin' in the Rain at WVPT. I played Tammy Wynette in the Stand By Your Man show. Anyway. You were always so nice and seriously talented. Well, I finally saw Young Frankenstein last night and was thrilled to see you on stage! Congratulations on your Broadway debut! You really were wonderful in the show. Have a great summer on 42nd Street!

    Always-

    Kristin Stewart

    (Posted on 2008-06-27 14:25:00 by Kristin Stewart)

  26. Hi Matthew,

    Thanks for the wonderful memory in seeing you perform on Sat.urday. It's so easy to see that you love what you are doing because your are fantastic.

    Lots of good luck for continued success. You will be a hit no matter where the road leads you.

    Love,

    JoAnn

    (Posted on 2008-05-22 13:12:00 by JoAnn Kwiatkowski)

  27. I am so glad that I was able to see you perform yesterday. You were amazing, and I am so proud to call you my cousin! I know that this role is the start of many more wonderful things to come. Congratulations on your success, you deserve the best!

    Love,

    Kimberly

    (Posted on 2008-05-18 14:13:00 by Kimberly Kwiatkowski)

  28. I'm so happy that your dreams of Broadway have finally come true. You are such a joy to watch on stage. You have truly been blessed with such a wonderful gift of talent. I wish you nothing but the very best, and know that this isn't last of seeing your name in lights! I can't wait to see your next stage! :-)

    (Posted on 2008-05-18 12:36:00 by Jen Garside)

  29. My husband, son & I had a spectacular time yesterday at the April 20th Matinee performance of Young Frankenstein (2nd row center orchestra). I just wanted you to know that I have a good eye & ear for talent (for no particularly good reason), and you were my easy pick for future star. The cast is outstnading, and you still stood out. Fantastic voice, lovely tonal quality -- possibly the best voice on the stage. Great enthuiasm, borne behind a delightfully mischievous smirk. You know who you are -- it's great fun to watch.

    (Posted on 2008-04-22 16:04:00 by Pat)

  30. Matthew...thanks so much for such an amazing experience when I came to see YF last week. You truly are unbelievable. You have such a presence on stage that commands the audience to watch you. I can't wait to see the show again in June with my mom...she is just going to flip. Thank you for showing all of us that dreams really do come true!!!

    You are awesome!

    Love always, Janice

    (Posted on 2008-04-17 01:51:00 by Janice)

  31. Hi , you are fantastic in YF . I was lucky enough to get the chance to see you as Dr. Frankenstein but even the first time we saw the show I thought that you had an amazing presence onstage and held your own in that incredible cast. Thanks so much for sharing your talent and continued sucess .

    (Posted on 2008-04-08 22:23:00 by Theresa)

  32. Matt, It was so great to see you in Young Frankenstein. Great show and you were great too. Nice job on your website and working out looks like it's working well. Good luck in everything. I talked to my classes the day after I saw you and told them about you and to always go for your passion. I'm so happy for you and there is so much more to come, I'm sure. Kathie Nelson

    New Fairfield, Ct.

    (Posted on 2008-03-10 16:51:00 by Kathie Nelson)

  33. WONDERFUL SHOW!!! You were so great and I am so impressed with the number of roles you go into! Thank you for making my first Braodway show a very memorable one. You have a new fan! Shawn

    (Posted on 2008-03-04 17:57:00 by Shawn Daniels)

  34. Matthew...

    So glad that I stumbled upon your very nice website.. Impressive.. I have had the pleasure of seeing you, in the King and I, and 3 times in Young Frankenstein..Once in Seattle, two times in NYC, once in October when you went on as F . Frankenstein. All performances you were delightful. So much fun to watch.

    Wishing you all the luck in the world.

    Thank you for sharing your talents.

    Lanz

    (Posted on 2008-02-05 05:45:00 by Lanz Babbitt)

  35. Hi Matt...Just wanted to say that we really had such a great time on Sunday at Young Frankenstein. We have always been impressed with your singing...but we enjoyed the dancing, acting and your entire performance. We are looking forward to following you throughout your career! Thanks again for meeting us afterwards! Laura

    (Posted on 2008-01-23 03:42:00 by Laura Barnwell)

  36. Hi Matthew,

    My partner and I saw you in YF this past Thursday (the night the show had to stop because of the noisy spotlight :)....The show was great but we both were taken by your performance. You have a great stage presence and you really stood out for us. Your singing, dancing, and acting was wonderful. Hope to see more of you in the future. Continued good luck with your career, Stephen and Scott

    (Posted on 2008-01-20 18:15:00 by Stephen)

  37. Howdy! I saw you go on for Mr. Bart about a month ago, and I've gotta say you were seriously fantastic. Nothing against your collegue but I did not miss him and I thought you carried the show very well. Congrats!

    Charlie

    (Posted on 2007-12-18 17:50:00 by Charlie Levy)

  38. Hi I talked to you whil I was at "The Naming Project" I hope to see the show! Justin seems is really nice!

    (Posted on 2007-12-10 03:10:00 by dramadude1992)

  39. Hi Matt:

    I wanted to congratulate you on a great show. I saw Young Frankenstein last night and I loved it. What a great show....and you were quite impressive as well!! Have a great holiday season and best of luck!!

    (Posted on 2007-11-30 16:40:00 by Eric Varin)

  40. Hey! I just e-mailed you but here i am again(= Nice to talk to you1

    melissa m.

    (Posted on 2007-11-20 01:57:00 by DANCE PARTNER!)

  41. I had the pleasure of seeing you and the company in Young Frankenstein yesterday. The show is very entertaining. I was in the second row, so I was able to see all of your faces close up and one could tell you were having a good time. The ensemble really look great together, but you stood out for me, enough for me to read more about you in the Playbill. You have a great and sincere presence on stage and your dancing, enthusiasm and big smile added to the overall success of the show.

    Best wishes for a long and happy run in the show. Kind regards,

    Michael Cooper

    (Posted on 2007-11-19 15:51:00 by Michael Cooper)

  42. I'm sure you've heard it a thouand times by now, but my disappointment at learning that Roger Bart was out was quickly done with after your first number--saw the Saturday matinee and thought you were fantastic. I'll tell everyone that I saw the better Dr. Frankenstein.

    (Posted on 2007-11-19 02:38:00 by Glenn Kiser)

  43. I really like how easy your web site is to navigate. I can’t wait to see you in YF…

    (Posted on 2007-11-10 19:28:00 by Paul Leary)

  44. Matt-

    I want to thank you for taking the time to meet with my co-worker and I after the show the other night and showing us around while we were in town for business. We were blown away by the show, your generosity, and your talent.

    Thanks again and congratulations on a brilliant Broadway debut. I hope to bring my wife to see this amazing show in the near future (if we can find tickets!)

    (Posted on 2007-11-03 12:47:00 by Brad Blanchard)

  45. From your first shuffle step to your last grand jete with us - we always knew you were destined for Broadway... Congratulations!!!

    All our love - J & M

    (Posted on 2007-11-01 18:06:00 by Joan & Michelle)

  46. Mr LaBanca,

    Words can not express how thrilled my husband and I were to see you in Young Frankenstein on Friday 10/26. The show is amazing and your performance was outstanding! We had a wonderful time and I hope that they keep you in that role. Thanks again for a great night!

    (Posted on 2007-10-29 16:25:00 by Carol)

  47. My husband and I saw your performance last night... at first we were disappointed when we found out that Roger Bart was not playing the role of Frederick. However, after seeing you in that role, I could not imagine that anyone could have played it better. You made it the best show we have seen, on Broadway or elsewhere. You played that role better than anyone else could have - you made that play! Congratulations and best of luck to you...

    (Posted on 2007-10-28 22:01:00 by Karen)

  48. Matthew - Congratulations on your success yesterday! I saw the 2PM show of Young Frankenstein and thought you did an amazing job. Your work was very, very specific and it was clear you were as prepared as an actor could be, without seeming stale or mechanical. I hope that the cheers from the audience reached you during the curtain call.

    Thanks for doing such great work - the show itself was a lot of fun, but seeing you knock it out of the park was what I'll remember and talk about. Take care,

    Gordon Robinson

    (Posted on 2007-10-28 17:09:00 by Gordon Robinson)

  49. I was lucky enough to see your performance October 23, replacing Roger Bart. It was a pleasure; you were fantastic. I am not exaggerating when I say it ranks with the best performances I have ever seen in New York -- or anywhere for that matter.

    Congratulations.

    Bob Wood

    (Posted on 2007-10-28 17:08:00 by Bob Wood)

  50. Matthew,

    I saw your Saturday Matinee performance today and I wanted you to know that I thought you were great. Really quirky and funny and in great voice. Definitely a star turn. Congratulations!

    (Posted on 2007-10-28 17:06:00 by Nancy Pothier)

  51. Hello Matthew,

    I was fortunate enough to catch your performance on the 23rd from 5th row, center. You were great. I was surprised to find that Roger Bart wasn't in that night but I had a great time none the less. Your performance seemed casual and confidant. I loved your interplay with 'Igor". Just wanted to acknowledge your performance and wish you break a leg with opening night! FYI we drove up from Southern NJ just outside of Philly that night. Thanks for making the trip worthwhile.

    (Posted on 2007-10-28 17:02:00 by Michael Hicks)

  52. I flew to NYC on Tuesday (10/23) for one night and for one reason only...to see Young Frankenstein! Through out the whole show, I kept saying who is this Matthew LaBanca. Now I know. You are an extremely gifted actor with great comic timing! You have an amazing voice and truly made the show an absolute joy to watch. Thanks for making my trip so worth it! I will be looking for your name on future marques! You have a fan in the Falls!

    (Posted on 2007-10-25 12:22:00 by Tom L. from Niagara Falls, NY)

  53. Hey there! Saw your name on playbill today and just wanted to congratulate you on your broadway debut! Very proud to know you and wish you all the best! Keep on knocking their socks off! Congrats, buddy!

    Sincerely, Don Daniels

    (Posted on 2007-10-24 19:25:00 by Don Daniels)

  54. i was lucky enough to catch your performance on tues 10/23 as Frederick Frankenstein. You were truly sensational! Roger, who? Keep up the amazing job!!

    (Posted on 2007-10-24 18:21:00 by sal c)
  55. You STAR! I wish I was in New York to see this - how freaking fantastic! I'll be home in January (from Cincinnati), so keep rocking it out till then!
    (Posted on 2007-10-24 04:48:00 by Kristin Maloney)
  56. WOW CONGRATS!! Wonderful job in the leading role! CONGRATS on a great performance. Best of luck with the run, and GREAT pics. mitchell from ohio
    (Posted on 2007-10-24 04:43:00 by Mitchell)
  57. Hey Matt! I'm a dresser at "The Ritz," and snuck out to see your show tonight. Well done! You were fantastic!!! Best of luck for a great run, and I hope you get to go on a lot more! Sincerely, George Sheer
    (Posted on 2007-10-24 04:36:00 by George Sheer)
  58. Hi Matt, I just wanted to let you know that my husband and I saw you in last Saturday's matinee performance. You were absolutely fantastic!!! I can't image that anyone could do the job any better than you. I hope that good things happen for you after this star performance. Best wishes to you, Laurie Piccinni Garden City, New York
    (Posted on 2007-10-23 17:25:00 by Laurie Piccinni)
  59. My husband and I saw you on Saturday (10/20/07) matinee. Andrea Martin mentioned that you had not had the opportunity to practice with the stars before you got the call to go on. You did a superlative job! My husband so liked your performance he wants to go see the show again. Tell Mel to give you a regular turn in the role of Frederick Frankenstein. The show will be the better for it! All the best.
    (Posted on 2007-10-23 17:14:00 by Laurie)
  60. Hi Matt, Congratulations on playing on Broadway! Loved you in Singing In The Rain in Manchester NH. Best of luck and here's hoping you have a great run. But do hope that you make it back to the Palace soon! the Palace soon! Break a leg! Kay Terry Rising Star Family Dance Center
    (Posted on 2007-10-23 15:11:00 by Kay Terry)
  61. Hi Matthew, I saw you in the Saturday matinee show and you were fabulous. Andrea Martin told us that you went on without rehearsing with the cast. You fit in perfectly. Your voice, acting and dancing were all superb. My husband wants to see the show again. Let us know when you will be on if you have a few days notice. Thanks again for a great performance. Lynette
    (Posted on 2007-10-21 17:41:00 by Lynette)
  62. Hi Matthew, re: 10.20.07 Young Frankenstein matinee: I wanted to drop a note to tell you how much I enjoyed your fabulous performance this afternoon in Young Frankenstein. I can't even imagine all of the planning and details that have gone into this show. I wish you continued success and thank you for a wonderful afternoon! :^)stac
    (Posted on 2007-10-21 17:39:00 by Stac)
  63. my friends and i saw your performance yesterday at 2:00 in NYC. i am glad to see your site to be able to write you and tell you how much we felt you were perfect in the role! A performance you can be proud of. if i could whistle, i would have been! the show is a smash hit! You star is brilliant! Have fun and Best Wishes
    (Posted on 2007-10-21 14:28:00 by christina)
  64. I love you and could not be any prouder of you. It has been such a joy to share in this exciting chapter of your life. Here's to you and your Broaday debut in t-minus TEN days! Love always, Virginia xoxo
    (Posted on 2007-10-01 20:12:00 by Justin)
  65. Hi Matthew, I've just returned home from seeing Young Frankenstein for the third time in Seattle. What a fun show! I just wanted to congratulate you on your amazing performances and wish you the all best for your Broadway run with YF.
    (Posted on 2007-09-11 21:24:00 by Bob Hardie)
  66. This years trip to NYC was going to be in Oct. I was so looking forward to seeing Young Frankenstein when I was there but then money got in the way. I just put my youngest daughter in AMDA in LA. She wants to be on stage. I told my friend that I wasn't going to get to see Y.F. and mentioned that it would be playing in Seattle before heading to NYC. She got on line got us tickets and said if you drive I have the tickets. We drove over 12 hours to see the show and I must say it was worth it!!!! Thank you and the cast for sharing your talents to bring joy and laughter to the world. Give my love to the cast and kick ass in NYC!
    (Posted on 2007-09-11 03:24:00 by Victor Crowley)
  67. hey sweet pea! your site looks awesome and you are fantastic in young frankenstein :)
    (Posted on 2007-08-27 12:20:00 by heather ayers)

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