Get ready to relive the Y2K craze! Six-time platinum singer, songwriter, and actor Drew Seeley (of “Another Cinderella Story” fame) is teaming up with a stellar cast of ’90s and early 2000s pop culture icons, including Jodie Sweetin (“Full House,” “Fuller House”), for a live table read of the hilarious new comedy, “What Ever Happened to Baby J?“. The reading, a nostalgic dive into the world of boy bands, will take place at Dynasty Typewriter on June 9, 2025. All profits will go to the AIDS Resource Foundation for Children (ARFC).
Written by award-winning screenwriter Victoria Male, “What Ever Happened to Baby J?” centers around mom and interior designer Olivia Hughes. Olivia’s world turns upside down when her husband Robbie mysteriously vanishes. Then, she discovers his secret past as a member of a massive millennial boy band. In order to find Robbie, Olivia teams up with his old bandmates to rescue him before he has to realize his worst nightmare: a reunion tour.
Seeley’s Boy Band Connection and Anticipation
“I’m so super totally stoked to bring my pleather pants and hoop earring out of storage for this reading!” said Seeley, who was once a member of Nu Ground. “Having been in an actual boy band, this hilarious (and triggering) script seems eerily written for me. And that it’s for a wonderful cause made this a no-brainer.” He continues, “The only question remains – to frost or not to frost…tips. Come on out and find out!”
The full cast for the live table read is as follows:
- Olivia Hughes – Jodie Sweetin
- Robbie Hughes / Baby J – Drew Seeley
- Carl Brown / Sweet C – Dale Godboldo (“The Mickey Mouse Club,” “American Crime Story”)
- Vance Wright / Shy Vance – Garrett Clayton (“Teen Beach Movie,” “Hairspray: Live”)
- Anthony Randazzo / Big Tony – Nate Richert (“Sabrina the Teenage Witch“)
- Arthur De La Cruz / Smooth Art – Myko Olivier (“Glee,” “Menendez: Blood Brothers”)
- Dale Diamond – Doug Jones (“Hocus Pocus,” “Hellboy”)
- Courtney Dagger – Elisa Donovan (“Clueless”)
- Janet Podemski – Marissa Jaret Winokur (Tony Winner, “Hairspray,” “Scary Movie”)
- Nancy Hughes – Romy Rosemont (“Glee,” “The Avengers”)
Writer Victoria Male shared her enthusiasm for the cast, stating, “This cast is the stuff of my wildest millennial dreams. I am supremely honored and humbled to have Drew as my Baby J/Robbie Hughes. Every member of the ‘What Ever Happened To Baby J’ cast ensures that June 9th will be an evening of laughter, community, and iconic throwback looks for a timely cause.”
Also, for those unable to attend in person, the table read will be livestreamed globally through Dynasty Typewriter’s “Transmissions by Dynasty” service. In-person and livestream tickets are available for purchase now at on Dynasty Typewriter’s website.
BABY J Fundraiser Will Include a Raffle and Original Y2K-Style Music
Furthermore, attendees who purchase in-person tickets have the chance to win coveted pop culture prizes in a raffle. Prizes include a signed Jesse McCartney “Beautiful Soul” vinyl, plus signed scripts from the cast of “Boy Meets World” and “The Office” co-creator Stephen Merchant. Along with thousands of dollars worth of prizes, the event will feature original music from executive music producer Jennifer Smith, Grammy-nominated music producer Yan Perchuk, and songwriter Ryan Stillman.
All Profits Will Support the AIDS Resource Foundation for Children
The beneficiary of this special event, the AIDS Resource Foundation for Children (ARFC), has been providing vital family-centered services to individuals, families, and children affected by HIV/AIDS for 40 years. Male has a deep personal connection to the organization. The last charity her grandfather supported before his passing in 1989, Male’s father spearheaded a charity golf outing for the ARFC for 25 years. Victoria is honored to continue her family’s commitment to this important cause.
In summary, the “What Ever Happened to Baby J?” live table read promises to be an unforgettable evening filled with millennial nostalgia, catchy pop tunes, and plenty of laughs. Male’s Lioness Den Productions is producing the reading in collaboration with Impact24 PR, Jennifer Smith from Rat Dance Party, and the Always in the Club Foundation. The event’s sponsors are Reelworks Studios, VOcation, and The Successful Screenwriter.
