Why Not Me Too

Have you ever cried while wearing roller skates? Probably not as many times as Payton Reilly. Why Not Me Too is a sharp, heartfelt comedy (trauma-dy?) about rejection, resilience, and everything in between. Join Payton Reilly as she takes you on a hilarious journey through life’s many snubs, setbacks, and “thank you, next” moments.

Professional actor, former star of the Tootsie national tour, and longtime SCA favorite, Payton now shares her off-stage story in a show developed with Amanda Ryan Paige and Chris “Red” Blisset. Featuring original songs by Matt Uremovich, Payton, and Chris, this mix of comedy and music is personal, timely, and deeply relatable.

You’ve seen Payton on the SCA stage before—now laugh (and maybe even cry) along with her story that is at times heartbreaking and heartwarming.

Featured Artists:

Payton Reilly (writer, performer) – Broadway national tour star (Tootsie), Wilde Award winner for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and SCA favorite (Come From Away, Jersey Boys, Mamma Mia!).

Chris Blisset (director, accompanist, composer) – Multiple Wilde Award winner for Music Direction (Once, Million Dollar Quartet), Off-Broadway performer, and touring musician/actor.

Amanda Ryan Paige (co-writer) – International performer with credits across the U.S. and worldwide; SCA standout in Mamma Mia! and
The Great American Trailer Park Musical.

Matt Uremovich (composer) – Veteran songwriter whose work has been featured at CBGB, Joe’s Pub, and in touring productions; longtime collaborator with Chris Blisset.