Musical theatre composer and lyricist Will Larche is set to release a new album entitled Bumps in the Bathroom: and other lost shows. This highly anticipated album showcases a collection of songs from obscure indie musicals, including ‘Bumps in the Bathroom,’ ‘BAIL OUT THE MUSICAL,’ and ‘Lesbian Love Octagon.’ Each of these works has a rich history, having premiered in the vibrant East Village scene, performed in intimate venues where artistic expression thrived beyond commercial expectations.
The album’s impressive lineup of talent includes Tony nominee Beth Malone, Tony nominee Emily Skinner, Ben Jackson Walker (& Juliet), Jared Reinfeldt (Capote V Swans), artists from Ring of Keys, and many more. These Broadway names lend their voices to the project, bringing to life the uninhibited explorations of love, relationships, and self-expression that are central to this collection. Their involvement highlights the album’s commitment to showcasing diverse perspectives and narratives that are often overlooked in mainstream musical theatre. The album also includes lyricist Kimberlea Kressal, The Wreckio Ensemble, musical director Julianne B. Merrill, orchestrator Scott Ninmer, and James Olmstead who produced the album.
Comprising a total of nine tracks, ‘Bumps in the Bathroom: and other lost shows’ will be released as a waterfall album, with a new track being unveiled each week for three weeks leading up to the full album release on February 27th. The first single, Julian will drop Friday, February 6th. This innovative approach to album release allows audiences to savor the music gradually while building anticipation for the complete project. The selection of songs reflects Larche’s dedication to the downtown music theatre tradition, which has always embraced subversive and counter-culture themes.
Track List:
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Bumps in the Bathroom (from Bumps in the Bathroom)
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Evan Kinnane
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Apple Pie (from BAIL OUT THE MUSICAL)
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Emily Skinner, Kelly Lomonte, Dechelle Damien
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Mikey (from Bumps in the Bathroom)
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Evan Kinnane
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wwwdot (from Lesbian Love Octagon) – SINGLE
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Gretchen Wylder, Gwynne Wood, Ring of Keys
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I Knew a Girl (from Lesbian Love Octagon)
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Will Shishmanian
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Julian (from Bumps in the Bathroom) – SINGLE
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Jared Reinfeldt, Ring of Keys
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Clarity (from Lesbian Love Octagon)
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Beth Malone
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Say Goodbye (from Lesbian Love Octagon)
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Andrea Prestinario, Felicia Blum, Gretchen Wylder, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, Will Shishmanian, Ring of Keys
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If I were Paul Bunyan (from Bumps in the Bathroom) – SINGLE
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Ben Jackson Walker
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The title ‘Bumps in the Bathroom: and other lost shows’ encapsulates the spirit of the album, drawing attention to the charm and quirkiness of the musicals represented. The album continues the tradition of downtown music theatre, offering listeners fresh perspectives and challenging societal norms through its vibrant storytelling.
Will Larche expressed his excitement stating, “I have so much excitement to express! Indie musicals in New York are often passionately created, scrappily produced, and then lost without a trace. You were either there or you weren’t. Preserving this history with an orchestra is honestly surreal for us. Like, BAIL OUT THE MUSICAL premiered in a crumbling basement, with a 55-key Casio played by a hairy mime. Now we have Broadway legend Emily Skinner embodying the role originally created by Indie legend Randi Berry, with 15 musicians behind her. It’s a surreal Uptown-comes-Downtown collaboration and everyone has been so game for whatever weird material we throw at them. And there’s just something so deliciously subversive about putting our dirty words in their clean mouths.”
Listeners can look forward to the album being available on all major streaming platforms upon its release. The journey through ‘Bumps in the Bathroom: and other lost shows’ promises to be an engaging experience that challenges the status quo while embracing the beauty of self-expression. With Larche’s innovative vision and the contributions of celebrated performers and collaborators, this album is poised to make a significant impact in the musical theatre landscape.
Will Larche is a Brooklyn-based composer and lyricist. He’s the creator of Lesbian Love Octagon, BAIL OUT THE MUSICAL, Bumps in the Bathroom, Lezzie with a ‘Z’, We Put the Spring in Springfield: The Music of the Simpsons, “Sunday in the Heights with Dolly” (podcast), and Gems (film). A two-time NYU dropout, Will received the first-place prize for composition in the Michael and Madelyn Savarick Music Competition, and currently studies with Philip Lasser (Juilliard). A former Google engineer, Will is currently composing a new musical Pup Play with Daniel Crary, an interactive art installation with lighting designer Pamela Kupper, filming a comedy special, and streaming his recurring death and resurrection via PS5 on Twitch. willlarche.com
