Friday, July 25, 2014 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Texas Singer Maddie Baillio Wins Michael Feinstein's 2014 Great American Songbook Competition by BroadwayWorld

Maddie Baillio is the 2014 winner of the Great American Songbook Vocal Academy and Competition. The 18-year-old is from League City, TX. During the finals concert tonight, July 25, she sang …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:49PM

Patti LuPone Remembers Elaine Stritch in TIME Magazine Piece - 'I've Seen Greatness' by BroadwayWorld

Following the passing of stage legend Elaine Stritch last week on July 17, TIME Magazine published a remembrance piece by Patti LuPone.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:16PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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‘Lightning Thief’ makes a spirited plea for self-acceptance by Elisabeth Vincentelli

You can’t accuse Theatreworks USA of lacking ambition in its shows for young audiences. Its 26th season’s production, “The Lightning Thief,” is an action-packed musical filled with h…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 10:38PM

Chris Noth and Fritz Weaver Join LINCOLN'S FAVORITE SHAKESPEARE Benefit Performance in MA by BroadwayWorld

Acclaimed actors Chris Noth and Fritz Weaver join the cast of Lincoln's Favorite Shakespeare with John Douglas Thompson and Kathleen Chalfant. On August 14 at 4pm at the Fitzpatrick Main Sta…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:23PM

Sideshow: Audra McDonald channels Billy Holiday and depression

Audra McDonald, 44, who plays Billie Holiday in the Broadway show Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill, says she has some insight into the troubled Holiday's psyche, having suffered from depres…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 10:22PM

Showbiz Chicago Live Coverage: Marco Foster’s Marco Foster Presents Fourth Annual White Party at Parliament by Michael Roberts

Warning: call_user_func_array() [function.call-user-func-array]: First argument is expected to be a valid callback, 'insertThumbnailRSS' was given in /home/content/52/9380252/html/wp-includ…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:20PM

More Shakespeare than Strange for Cumberbatch

Perhaps there's no magical superhero in his future, but lots of Hamlet and Richard III.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 10:14PM

VIDEO: The O'Neill Center Takes Center Stage on CBS SUNDAY MORNING by TV News Desk

Last Sunday, July 20, the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center was featured on CBS Sunday Morning. Actor Michael Douglas spoke about his time at the O'Neill and its lasting legacy as a launchpad of…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:00PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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New Opera Based on George S. Kaufman's DINNER AT EIGHT Set for St. Paul in 2016 by BroadwayWorld

Last month, the Minnesota Opera announced its commission of Dinner at Eight, a new comic opera by composer William Bolcom and librettist Mark Campbell, based on the play by George S. Kaufman…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:50PM

Veteran Broadway Team Endows Musical Theatre Program | BU Today | Boston University by Susan Seligson

In recent years, the School of Theatre has staged a musical every other academic year. The Stewart F. Lane and Bonnie Comley Musical Theatre Fund now gives CFA the ability to produce a large…

SOURCE: www.bu.edu at 09:41PM

PHOTO CALL: Forbidden Broadway Stars Perform and Sign CDs For Fans by Joseph Marzullo

The original cast recording of Gerard Alessandrini’s Forbidden Broadway Comes Out Swinging! was released on DRG Records July 22. The cast performed and signed original cast albums at B…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37PM

Theater Director Robert Wilson on Nikola Tesla's Elegance

The impresario of futuristic theater marvels at Lady Gaga's perfect diction and Stanley Kubrick's mastery of image and sound.

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal Subscription at 09:27PM

Review: The Nether, Royal Court Theatre by Lisa Carroll

What if you had the opportunity to create a virtual world where you could be whoever you wanted, whenever you wanted? The chance to create a paradise of your choosing and to act out your des…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 09:22PM

Bel Kaufman ‘Up the Down Staircase’ Dies at 103 by Sandi Durell

  by: Sandi Durell         As a member of the 100+ year old Dutch Treat Club, I sadly announce the passing of the funny, remarkable, centenarian Bel Kaufman, who..…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 09:18PM

Photo Flash: Broadway's Honeymoon in Vegas Reveals Fresh Artwork

The upcoming musical by Jason Robert Brown and Andrew Bergman has a glitzy new poster.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:00PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Chris Noth, Fritz Weaver Will Join John Douglas Thompson and Kathleen Chalfant for Berkshire's Lincoln's Favorite Shakespeare Aug. 14 by Philippe Bowgen

Chris Noth and Fritz Weaver are the latest additions to the Berkshire Theatre Group's benefit performance of Lincoln's Favorite Shakespeare on Aug. 14 at 4 PM on the Fitzpatrick Main…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:56PM

STAGE TUBE: Idina Menzel Sings 'Some Other Me' and 'You Learn to Live Without' from IF/THEN! by Stage Tube

Idina Menzel recently stopped by WNYC's Soundcheck to talk about playing 'Liz' and 'Beth' in the new musical IFTHEN, then performed selections from the show alongside composer Tom Kitt in th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:49PM

West Side Story and More Will Play San Diego Musical Theatre's New Home for 2015 Season by Philippe Bowgen

San Diego Musical Theatre's 2015 season will include West Side Story, Singin' in the Rain, La Cage Aux Folles and White Christmas – all of which will play in the company's …

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:44PM

People You Should Know . . . Emely Grisanty by Zack Calhoon

Emely Grisanty was born in the Dominican Republic where she first had inclinations for the theatre and where she finished her Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering. Then she moved to NY where sh…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 08:40PM

Tintypes, Shakespeare and Belgian Strangers

On Photography: A roundup of notable area gallery shows

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Laura Benanti, Patina Miller and Brian d'Arcy James Will Share Spotlight at NJPAC Sept 27, Tickets On Sale Now by Philippe Bowgen

The Women’s Association of the New Jersey Performing Arts Center will present a gala evening, Nothin’ Like A Dame – featuring Tony Award-winning performers Laura Benan…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:29PM

An uneven ‘Evening of One Acts’ at ACT Theatre

A review of ACT Theatre’s “An Evening of One Acts,” whose highlight is a Sam Shepard short play of 1969, “The Unseen Hand.”

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 08:28PM

REVIEW: 'Intimate Apparel' by Eclipse Theatre Co. ★★★ by Kerry Reid

Lynn Nottage's "Intimate Apparel" shares some of the same foundational supports familiar to fans of Henry James and Edith Wharton, from the Gilded Age Manhattan setting to its focus on a wom…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:28PM

Crafting a simple, compelling story in 'Intimate Apparel' by Kerry Reid

THEATER REVIEW: "Intimate Apparel" by Eclipse Theatre Company ★★★ Lynn Nottage's "Intimate Apparel" shares some of the same foundational supports familiar to fans of Henry Ja…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:28PM

PROPAGANDA! THE MUSICAL - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Howard Miller

The one good reason to see Propaganda! The Musical, an entry in the New York Musical Theatre Festival, is to catch the rising star performance by Dale Sampson as a befuddled young man who fi…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 08:26PM

NYPL for the Performing Arts Names Doug Reside New Curator of Theatre Division by Philippe Bowgen

Effective immediately, The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts has named Doug Reside the new Curator of the Billy Rose Theatre Division at The New York Public Library for the Per…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:19PM

Photo Coverage: Meet the Company of Broadway's THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME by Walter McBride

THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME will begin performances on Wednesday, September 10 and officially open on Sunday, October 5 at the Barrymore Theatre on Broadway 243 West 47…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18PM

New Opera Based On George S. Kaufman's Dinner at Eight Will Premiere 2016 by Philippe Bowgen

Minnesota Opera has announced the commission of a new opera based on the George S. Kaufman play of the same name, Dinner at Eight – penned by composer William Bolcom and librettis…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:11PM

Patrick Wilson, Matt Gerald, and Kevin Weisman Depart Marvel's ANT MAN by Movies News Desk

According to Deadline.com, Patrick Wilson All My Sons, Matt Gerald, and Kevin Weisman have departed Marvel's 2015 film Ant Man. This of course means that none of them will be part of Marvel'…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:06PM

REDCAT opens new work festival with a theme of displacement by Mark Swed

Wilfried Souly, Rosanna Gamson and O-Lan Jones' Overtone Industries launch the 2014 New Original Works Festival with dance and musical theater that evoke a sense of dislocation.Wilfried Soul…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 08:03PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: Holy Warriors, The Globe by Andres Ordorica

‪Holy Warriors, a new play by David Eldridge, is billed as “a fantasia on the Third Crusade and the history of violent struggle in the Holy Lands” — like other plays of such …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:46PM

Where is the Theatre in Original Practice? by Holger Syme

“Original practices,” a phrase coined, apparently at Shakespeare’s Globe, in or around 2002, refers to concerted efforts to explore, in a theatrical setting, “certain stage conventio…

SOURCE: www.dispositio.net at 07:44PM

Review: Holes, Arcola Theatre by Ruby-Isla Cera-Marle

It’s the end of the world and the only known survivors are three colleagues on their way to a conference and a sixteen-year-old girl. Marooned on an island, we find Marie (Elizabeth Berrin…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:37PM

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes with Marilu Henner and the Cast of 'VANYA AND SONIA' at Bucks County Playhouse by Stage Tube

Playwright Christopher Durang - who won his first Tony Award in 2013 for his comedy VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE on Broadway - makes his debut in the role of 'Vanya' at Bucks County P…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:35PM

Mary Louise Parker and Peter Sarsgaard to Lead New NBC Series THE SLAP by TV News Desk

According to Deadline.com, Broadway vets Mary Louise Parker Proof and Peter Sarsgaard The Seagull are starring in NBC's new 8-episode miniseries, THE SLAP. John Robin Baitz Brothers and Sist…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:26PM

NEWSIES' LaVon Fisher-Wilson Welcomes Baby Girl by BroadwayWorld

She's just a Broadway baby LaVon Fisher-Wilson, Broadway's Newsies, The Color Purple and Chicago and husband Darrell C. Wilson Sr. are excited to announce the arrival of their first daughter…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:19PM

Adrienne Warren Joins Bucks County Playhouse's AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', Beginning Next Month by BroadwayWorld

Bucks County Playhouse is proud to welcome Adrienne Warren to the cast of AIN'T MISBEHAVIN, running August 14 through September 7, 2014.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:16PM

And now for something just a little different: Renée Fleming is in a play...A PLAY. by Sarah B. Roberts

For two weeks this summer, opera diva Renée Fleming is in a PLAY.   When Renée told me that she would be doing a play this summer, my reaction was to screech, "A PLAY!?!" No need…

SOURCE: Adventures in the Endless Pursuit of Entertainment at 07:08PM

Los Angeles Theater Review: DORIS AND ME (El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood) by Roy Leake Jr

NO SECRET ANYMORE Boy, oh boy, oh boy, does Scott Dreier (the “Me” of Doris and Me) love Doris Day (the “Doris” of Doris and Me).  I mean, he loooooooooves her.  The tag line of hi…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 07:00PM

Theater News: Newsies to Celebrate Final Weeks on Broadway With Ticket Lottery

A limited number of tickets will be available via lottery for performances from July 28-August 23.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 07:00PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Tony & Olivier Winner Jonathan Pryce Joins Cast of HBO's GAME OF THRONES by TV News Desk

Pryce, a Tony and Olivier winner, will play the High Sparrow. His character is described as 'A devout and pious man, the High Sparrow came to King's Landing to serve those forgotten by much …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:23PM

Dance Preview by Merilyn Jackson

The Come Together Festival includes mixed programs from Wednesday through Sunday, with Nora Gibson's geometric ballet, Rennie Harris Puremovement hip-hop, and Brian Sanders' Junk's physical …

SOURCE: Philly.com at 06:07PM

Photos: Show Pics: Gillian Anderson stars in Young Vic's Streetcar

The sold-out show runs at the Young Vic until 19 September, with an NT Live broadcast set for 16 September

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM

Theatre News: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels offers free tickets to Secret Cinema patrons

Rufus Hound has announced on his blog that people with tickets for tonight's cancelled Back to the Future screening can get in free to Dirty Rotten Scoundrels this evening

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM

Theater News: Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark Is Going on Tour

And Rio may be heading to Broadway.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Photo Flash: Take a Look at These Images From Steppenwolf Theatre Company's First Look Repertory of New Work

The lineup will include developmental productions of new plays by Martyna Majok, Tanya Saracho, and Joshua Conkel.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Review: NYMF 2014: Madame Infamy; Propaganda! The Musical; WikiMusical

This is TheaterMania's fifth and final roundup of reviews from the 2014 New York Musical Theatre Festival.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theater News: Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Is Heading Back to the New York Stage

The production is set to run at Madison Square Garden.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Corporate satire shines in 'How to Succeed' at Stages St. Louis

Ben Nordstrom is wonderful as canny J. Pierrepont Finch. 

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 06:00PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Cinema Speak With Sydney-Chanele: Film Review – ‘A Most Wanted Man’ by Sydney-Chanele Dawkins

A perfect performance is not what qualifies great acting, it’s an impassioned one. The laid out intensity and confident determination of Phillip Seymour Hoffman’s absorbing perfo…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:55PM

Kelli O'Hara to Headline The Cabaret at the Columbia Club's 2014 Fundraiser Gala by BroadwayWorld

The Cabaret has announced that the performer for their 2014 Annual Fundraiser Gala will be five-time Tony nominee, Kelli O'Hara.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:53PM

News: $8 Dollar Tickets to ‘Dani Girl’ at Unexpected Stage Company for MD Theatre Guide Readers’ by Md Theatre Guide News Desk

 MD Theatre Guide and Unexpected Stage Company have teamed up together to give our readers a summertime theatrical treat. For select performances of Unexpected Stage Company’s product…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 05:52PM

Meet the Cast: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Sandi Durell

      By: Brian Scott Lipton       An exceptionally intelligent 15-year-old sets out to find who killed his neighbor’s dog, but discovers a great deal more ab…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 05:51PM

July 25, 2014 | Broadway Photo of The Day by Broadway's Best Shows

Broadway’s Best Shows is hunting down the best Broadway-related snaps you created for our newest series: Broadway Photo of the Day! Living in a world in which our daily lives are flood…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:49PM

‘Newsies’ Offering Special Lottery Tickets in Celebration of Final Weeks on Broadway by Broadway's Best Shows

In celebration of Newsies final weeks on Broadway, the Tony Award® winning “Critics’ Pick,” is pleased to announce that a limited number of tickets will be available via lottery at Th…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:45PM

San Diego Theater Review: JADE HEART (MOXIE) by Milo Shapiro

THE GREAT CALL OF CHINA The very nature of adoption can leave a child—and the adult he or she becomes—filled with questions: Who were you, Mother?  Why did you make this choice?  Do yo…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 05:31PM

Taking you for a ride: Dancers jazz up new Silver Line ad, and the universe reels by Sarah Kaufman

In its previous ads, the Silver Line promised to improve our sex life, liven up the family and get us a better job. Now, it’s going to whisk us straight to paradise. You know, that Bollyw…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 05:18PM

John Leguizamo and More Set for SummerStage's 2014 Season by BroadwayWorld

City Parks Foundation announces the 2014 season of SummerStage, New York's largest free performing arts festival, bringing over 100 free performances to 14 parks throughout the five boroughs…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:17PM

Director’s Chair: Clyde Baldo of “Love and Human Remains” by Glenn Quentin

Looking for a play that you’ll not only enjoy but will also give you insight into the human condition?  Love and Human Remains, now playing at the Peter Jay Sharp Theater, is a twist…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 05:17PM

Theater Review: ‘Madame Infamy’ Revisits Sally Hemings and Marie Antoinette by Laura Collins-Hughes

An upbeat new musical pushes a girl-power message, casting two historical characters as strong-willed, smart, selfless heroines who choose their own destinies.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:17PM

Revolution in the Elbow of Ragnar Agnarsson Furniture Painter by Broadway Baby

(previews start on July 31; opens on Aug. 13) This new show, with music and lyrics by the Icelandic composer Ivar Pall Jonsson, takes self-involvement to a whole new level. Set within the el…

SOURCE: www.broadwaybaby.com at 05:16PM

Review Roundup: National Theatre's MEDEA with Helen McCrory by Review Roundups

National Theatre of Great Britain's production of Euripides' Greek tragedy MEDEA, in a new version by Ben Power, directed by Carrie Cracknell and starring Helen McCrory in the title role, is…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:15PM

Top 5 Songs from the New “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” Album by Rebecca Kaplan

Hedwig and the Angry Inch, a cult 1998 punk rock musical written by and starring John Cameron Mitchell, with music and lyrics by Stephen Trask, is back onstage. The gritty rock musical has s…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 05:13PM

Piece of My Heart – Takes Its Place in Jukebox Musical History by Sandi Durell

          NY Theater Review by Sandi Durell     Did you every hear of Bert Berns? Probably not. But you did hear of, and probably sang... The post Piece of…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 05:11PM

Theater Review: ‘The Lightning Thief,’ From Theaterworks, at Lucille Lortel by Ken Jaworowski

The musical “The Lightning Thief,” based on Rick Riordan’s young-adult novel, centers on a sixth grader who learns he’s the son of a Greek god.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:04PM

BWW TV Exclusive: CUTTING-EDGE COMPOSERS CORNER- Ben Fankhauser and Matthew McCorry Rose Sing Alexander Sage Oyen's 'Gods Among Men' by BroadwayWorld TV

This week's features composer is Alexander Sage Oyen. Newsies' Ben Fankhauser and Wicked's Matthew McCorry Rose performed this song from his new musical 'Outlaws' at our concert at 54 Below.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:00PM

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: July 19-25 by Louisa Brady

Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week or you're just in the mood for a recap, BroadwayWorld's 'this week in pictures' is here to satisfy your end-of-the-week fix Take a l…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:00PM

Theater Review | Connecticut: A Review of ‘Nora’ in Westport by Anita Gates

A production at the Westport Country Playhouse of “Nora,” the 1981 adaptation by Ingmar Bergman of “A Doll’s House” by Henrik Ibsen, has a modern look and an inspired ending.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:00PM

Author Bel Kaufman Passes Away at Age 103 by Louisa Brady

American teacher and author Bella 'Bel' Kaufman passed away at 830 this morning in her apartment on Park Avenue. She was 103 years old, and still writing at the time of her death.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:00PM

Review: Singin' In The Rain (Tour- Bristol Hippodrome)

Singin' In The Rain will make you wish for the rain to dance through the puddles.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:00PM

Review: The Lightning Thief

A musical based Rick Riordan's popular Percy Jackson series electrifies the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Features: Theatre Quiz of the Week: Bishop, Bieber and Broadway Broadcasts

Find out how up to date you are on this week's theatre news

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:00PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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STAGE TUBE: First Look at Beth Malone, John Cudia and More in Highlights of SOUTH PACIFIC at Music Circus by Stage Tube

The Rodgers and Hammerstein classic South Pacific, a universally acclaimed musical theatre masterpiece, is the third show in the 2014 Music Circus season at the Wells Fargo Pavilion, the 64t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:57PM

I Smell Philly: Observations from 100% Philadelphia by Miriam Hwang-Carlos

This summer, I’ve been the Festival Guide management intern here at FringeArts. Since the guide went to print last week (hooray, come to our party!), I’ve been editing interviews…

SOURCE: blog.fringearts.com at 04:49PM

A Lunchtime Poll with the Cast of “Heathers The Musical” by Rene Lopez

We sat down with the cast of the hit off-Broadway phenomenon Heathers the Musical at a recent Barnes and Noble CD signing of their soundtrack, and asked the question on the mind of every tru…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 04:48PM

James Franco pranks his brother and Zac Efron

Zac Efron and Dave are looking awfully close in this "article."        

SOURCE: USA Today at 04:41PM

STAGE TUBE: Watch New Promo for DIRTY DANCING Tour; Launches in August! by Stage Tube

Samuel Pergande and Jillian Mueller will star as Johnny Castle and Frances 'Baby' Houseman in the North American tour of Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage. The stage musical of the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:40PM

Just In From the Musicians Union: Met Orchestra Musicians Blame Peter Gelb; Detail Plan to Save $20M by BroadwayWorld

Local 802, American Federation of Musicians, and the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra musicians today have commenced negotiations with Met Opera management including General Manager Peter Gelb. …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:33PM

PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: A Last Look Behind the Scenes at Broadway's Star-Studded Of Mice and Men Before it Closes (With a Stop By the "OITNB" Set) by Matthew Blank

Joel Marsh Garland, known for his work as Officer O'Neill on "Orange Is the New Black," is pulling double-duty and appearing 8 shows a week in Broadway's Of Mice and Men. He documented a bu…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:26PM

Fresh from New York, curator Fionn Meade talks about life, art and the Walker's new show of black performance art

Fresh from New York, cross-disciplinary curator Fionn Meade talks about life, art and the Walker’s new show of black performance art.

SOURCE: StarTribune at 04:17PM

Dr. Seuss' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! Will Play Theater at Madison Square Garden this Holiday Season by BroadwayWorld

MSG Entertainment will present Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas The Musical at the Theater at Madison Square Garden beginning Friday, December 5 through Sunday, December 28. The lim…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:16PM

Lady Gaga Teases Highly Anticipated Duets Album with Tony Bennett on Instagram! by BroadwayWorld

Today Lady Gaga turned to Instagram to share a photo of herself in the recording studio

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:16PM

August Broadway at Birdland Will Feature Daniel Reichard and More Kicking Off Aug. 4 by Philippe Bowgen

The August Broadway at Birdland series will feature Broadway's Daniel Reichard, Jim Caruso and Billy Stritch, Rhonda Ross and Stephen Wallem every Monday night starting Aug. 4 at Birdlan…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:14PM

Broadway and Tour Stars Fly to Mary Poppins at Ogunquit by Philippe Bowgen

Mary Poppins will fly into the Ogunquit Playhouse – with a cast including Gail Bennett who will reprise the title role (Mary Poppins National Tour) and Tony Mansker (Mary Poppins on Br…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:11PM

Give Her a Hand! Aladdin Star Courtney Reed Gets the Princess Treatment at Planet Hollywood by Lindsay Champion

Aladdin star Courtney Reed is used to getting treated like a princess at the New Amsterdam Theatre, but on July 25, she had an extra special surprise. The Disney leading lady had her very ow…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:07PM

VIDEO: Kristin Chenoweth Talks Recent Concerts, Return to Broadway & More on THE VIEW by TV News Desk

The multi talented Kristin Chenoweth stopped by ABC's THE VIEW today to talk about her fun Allstate webisodes

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:01PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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BWW Seeks International Editors by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage internationally - Venezuela, Portgual, Peru, Egypt, Cuba, Colombia, China, New Zealand, Brazil…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:59PM

OBSESSED!: Anne Runolfsson's Victor/Victoria High Note and Understudy Mayhem

Broadway veteran Anne Runolfsson (Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera) joined Seth Rudetsky in the studio for the latest installment of the biweekly OBSESSED! series. After giving a sa…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:45PM

Scholarships: The Stage/Fourth Monkey scholarship winners by Lisa Martland

Lisa Martland talks the joint winners of The Stage/Fourth Monkey Theatre Company scholarship

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:38PM

Michael Cohl Comments on JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Arena Tour: 'It Was a Disaster' by BroadwayWorld

Cohl comments on the 50-stop planned arena tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's rock opera 'Jesus Christ Superstar'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:37PM

Michael Cohl Reveals SPIDER-MAN Arena Tour in the Works for 2015-16 by BroadwayWorld

In a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal, Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark producer Michael Cohl revealed that the show will n fact not be opening in Las Vegas. Instead an arena tour i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:37PM

From the Editor’s Desk: Save the A.R.T.’s Tinker Bell — Clap Your Hands If You Believe in Cash by Bill Marx

A major regional theater is turning itself into a launching pad for Broadway/Las Vegas blockbusters, with Hollywood pouring cash and advice into pipeline. .

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:35PM

Capital Fringe 2014 Review: ‘Bargain Basement University’ by Evan Milberg

Have you ever wondered what higher education would be like if you didn’t have to deal with all of the hassle that comes with it? If you happen to be walking in the general vicinity of Fort…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:33PM

PLAYBILL.COM'S THEATRE WEEK IN REVIEW, July 19-25: Bullets Will Fire Its Final Shot and Andrea Martin Will Return to the Trapeze by Robert Simonson

At one point it was expected to be the big musical of the 2013-14 season. In the end, it played six months.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:30PM

James Earl Jones back on Broadway in 'You Can't Take It With You'

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Double Tony-winner James Earl Jones returns to the New York stage next month as an eccentric grandfather in a revival of the 1930s comedy romance "You Can't Take It With…

SOURCE: Reuters at 03:20PM

Gary Barlow Previews FINDING NEVERLAND Title Tune by Pat Cerasaro

The hotly anticipated new stage adaptation of the recent PETER PAN-centric film FINDING NEVERLAND is currently in previews out of town and a preliminary sneak peek of the score for the show …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:15PM

Audra McDonald on past suicide attempt

She tells Peter Travers about a low moment during her time at Juilliard.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 03:14PM

David L. Kimple's MMF, New Play About a Polyamorous Relationship, Will Premiere in NYC by Michael Gioia

David L. Kimple's MMF, a new play that explores a polyamorous relationship, will premiere at the 18th Annual NY International Fringe Festival Aug. 10-23 at Venue #10: The Kraine Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:13PM

Doug Reside Named New Curator of New York Public Library for the Performing Arts' Billy Rose Theatre Division by BroadwayWorld

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts has named Doug Reside the new Curator of the Billy Rose Theatre Division at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in Lincoln…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:12PM

PHOTO CALL: "Play Ball!" Stars Including Steven Pasquale, Derek Klena and Constantine Maroulis Compete in July 24 Broadway Softball League Games by Matthew Blank

The Broadway Show League continued its 60th annual softball season July 24. Steven Pasquale, Derek Klena and Constantine Maroulis were among the players who took to the field in Central Park.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:11PM

The Grinch Will Return to Steal Christmas in NYC This December by Adam Hetrick

Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical will return for another limited holiday run at the Theatre at Madison Square Garden this December, MSG Entertainment announced July…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:10PM

Gail Bennett to Star as MARY POPPINS, Beginning 7/30 at Ogunquit Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

Mary Poppins is set to fly over the rooftops of London and into the Ogunquit Playhouse July 30 to August 30 This family musical features the delightful songs from the cherished Disney film i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:08PM

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- IF/THEN's Tamika Lawrence by Bww Staff

In this week's edition, we caught up with Tamika Lawrence, who is starring as 'Elena' in IfThen- currently playing at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM

Commentary: West End Word: Pythons Bow Out While Shakespeare Checks In and Lindsay Lohan Speeds the Rumor Mill

London is awash with stellar revivals of American plays, causing box office chaos and gossip aplenty.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Stars of Summer: Elizabeth Stanley Multi-Tasks Through a Summer of Leading Roles by Whitney Spaner

Playbill.com catches up with Elizabeth Stanley, currently starring in Cats at Pittsburgh CLO.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:00PM

Stray Dog Theatre’s ‘Funny Girl’ is short on chemistry

Gary F. Bell presents another ensemble-style musical.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 03:00PM

Ghostly Profound: A Thing of Unknowable Depth by HowlRound

By Chiori Miyagawa. I have been terrified to even put down the word 幽玄. I had to ask Google to write these characters for me. According to Google Translate, yugen means “subtle and pro…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 03:00PM

Features: 25 shows to keep your family happy during the summer holidays

Ben Hewis suggests the best shows to take your kids to during the summer holidays

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 03:00PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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New Extended Promo For Alan Menken's Musical Series GALAVANT by Pat Cerasaro

An impressive first look at the new musical TV series featuring the music of multi-award-winning composer Alan Menken, GALAVANT, is now available to view.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:59PM

‘Pippin’ Pop-Up Playbook: “Magic To Do” (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

Find out more about Pippin‘s “Magic To Do” with this video featuring the Original Broadway Revival Cast.

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 02:55PM

Watch New Promo for Dirty Dancing Tour, Featuring "Do You Love Me" and More (Video) by Michael Gioia

The North American tour of Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage will begin performances Aug. 26, prior to an official opening Sept. 2, at The National Theatre in Washin…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:53PM

OF MICE & MEN Star James Franco to Guest on LIVE, 7/29 by TV News Desk

This Tuesday, July 29, 2014 on LIVE with Kelly and Michael, hosts Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan chat with one of Broadway's hottest stars, James Franco. The Golden Globe-winning actor will…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:50PM

OBSESSED!: Anne Runolfsson’s Victor/Victoria High Note and Understudy Mayhem by Playbill.com

Broadway veteran Anne Runolfsson (Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera) joined Seth Rudetsky in the studio for the latest installment of the biweekly OBSESSED! series. After giving a sa…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:45PM

Amber Iman, Anastacia McCleskey and Travaulya Wallace Will Join Motown Actor for Gospel, Jazz and Soul at 54 Below by Michael Gioia

Mykal Kilgore, who can currently be seen in Broadway's Motown The Musical, will make his New York City solo concert debut Aug. 4 at 54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:41PM

Demi Lovato, Lea Michele & More Added to TEEN CHOICE 2014 Line-Up by TV News Desk

Platinum-selling singer, songwriter, actress and TEEN CHOICE Award winner Demi Lovato will perform Really Don't Care with Cher Lloyd and Platinum-selling artist Rita Ora will perform I Will …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:33PM

David Robertson leads National Youth Orchestra across America

St. Louis violist Sean Byrne is the lone Missourian in the ensemble.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 02:30PM

88 Miles Per Hour by Jess Gow

 I love ‘Back To The Future.’I do. We had it recorded off the telly onto a VHS (complete with 80’s adverts) and I just watched it all the time.  All the time. I don’t thi…

SOURCE: Girl in the Dark at 02:29PM

Producers Aim to Cast Native American as Tiger Lily for NBC's Live Peter Pan by Adam Hetrick

Producers of NBC's live version of the Broadway classic Peter Pan are seeking Native American women to star as Tiger Lily in the upcoming holiday broadcast, according to a casting notice.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:23PM

Capital Fringe Review: Capital City Showcase #3-July 23, 2014 by Cyle Durkee

Showcases! Sometimes amazing, and sometimes appalling, and this time pretty darn good! This is the Capital City Showcase (which can be seen outside the walls of Fringe {check their website f…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:14PM

Daniel Radcliffe refused entry to US due to visa problems by Miranda Prynne

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe is unable to return to the US from Canada due to confusion over his visa upgrade

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 02:13PM

THE NETHER – Royal Court SW1 by Libby Purves

  A WORLD FOR THE WICKED         It quotes a Roethke poem: “Dark, dark my light, and darker my desire..” Indeed it is. In a shiningly hyper-real world suspended …

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 02:11PM

Chicago Theater Review: HELLISH HALF-LIGHT: Shorter Plays of Samuel Beckett (Mary-Arrchie) by Lawrence Bommer

SAMUEL BECKETT: MINIMALISM IN EXTREMIS Dark doings on a claustrophobic stage. These are the 80+ minutes at Mary-Arrchie Theatre’s Angel Island. Six short but not sweet offerings by the lat…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 02:04PM

BWW Exclusive: OSU Music Alums, Teachers, Parents Sound Off on Marching Band Sex Scandal - Is Jon Waters a Scapegoat? by Christina Mancuso

As BWW reported yesterday, The Ohio State University has fired Band Director Jon Waters citing 'serious cultural issues and an environment conducive to sexual harassment within the Marching …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:04PM

Producer Michael Cohl Reveals Spider-Man Tour, "Rio" Stage Musical and Comments on Canceled Superstar Tour by Adam Hetrick

In a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal, Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark producer Michael Cohl stated that he plans to tour the $75 million Broadway musical to arenas across the U.S.…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:03PM

BWW Exclusive: Preview of INSIDE ACT: HOW TEN ACTORS MADE IT AND HOW YOU CAN TOO- with Jose Llana! by Ken Womble

Why do some actors make it and others don't Ken Womble sets out to find the answer to this question, one that has fascinated and tormented him for years, in his new book, INSIDE ACT How Ten …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:00PM

Newsies Offering Special Ticket Lottery in Final Weeks on Broadway by Andrew Gans

The award-winning Broadway musical Newsies has announced that a limited number of tickets will be available via lottery July 28-Aug. 23 at The Nederlander Theatre. The production, as previou…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:00PM

Theatre News: Angela Griffin joins Tamzin Outwaite and Jemima Rooper in Breeders at the St James Theatre

Griffin completes the casting of first play to be produced as part of the One Stage season

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 02:00PM

Interviews: 20 Questions: Simon Bailey - 'Stephen Sondheim's storytelling is masterful'

Actor Simon Bailey, whose credits include I Can't Sing, Les Miserables and The Phantom of the Opera, will star in Sondheim two-hander Marry Me A Little at the St James Theatre with Laura…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 02:00PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Frank Mumford obituary by Liz Arratoon

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SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:58PM

PHOTO CALL: Cinderella, Phantom of the Opera, Avenue Q and Piece of My Heart Perform in Bryant Park by Matthew Blank

The Broadway in Bryant Park concert series continued July 24. Over 40 theatre artists participated in the free event, the third concert of the 14th season of the outdoor presentations.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:50PM

Photo Flash: James Iglehart Hosts, Kristin Chenoweth Guests on Today's THE VIEW! by TV News Desk

James Monroe Iglehart, 2014 Tony Award winner for his performance as Genie in Disney's Aladdin, served as a co-host on ABC's Emmy Award-winning talk show THE VIEW today.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:49PM

Script Match for Theatre Students & Professionals Launches by BroadwayWorld

Script Match, www.scriptmatch.com, has launched the first phase of its website along with a funding campaign to finance the development of the remaining phases of the site. The company's mis…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:28PM

Critic’s Notebook: ‘Medea,’ Kathleen Turner and Noël Coward on London Stages by Ben Brantley

Three plays with particularly passionate women are running in London: “Medea,” “Bakersfield Mist” (with Kathleen Turner) and Noël Coward’s “This Was a Man.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:28PM

July 24 | Broadway in Bryant Park 2014 (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

Every year, 106.7 Lite FM presents “Broadway in Bryant Park,” a series of free lunchtime concerts showcasing the best of Broadway’s biggest shows performing their most popular songs in…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 01:27PM

Review: Swings and Roundabouts, White Bear Theatre by Daniel Janes

Last week, the playwright Samuel Adamson tweeted an image of the cast list from his 1999 adaptation of Chekhov’s Three Sisters. It was one of those propitious line-ups where nearly everyon…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 01:27PM

PHOTO CALL: Zach Braff, Nick Cordero, Betsy Wolfe and the Tappin' Gangsters of Bullets Over Broadway Heat up Bryant Park by Matthew Blank

The Broadway in Bryant Park concert series continued July 24. Over 40 theatre artists participated in the free event, the third concert of the 14th season of the outdoor presentations.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

Pageant Star Nic Cory Brings Us Inside the Closet & Mind of Miss Industrial Northeast

Nic Cory, in character as Pageant's Consuela Manuela Rafaela López, shares all the secrets behind Miss Industrial Northeast's festive and fabulous frocks.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 01:15PM

Latitude review: Number 1, The Plaza by Billy Barrett

There’s been a lot of shit around lately. In Christian Cresoli’s La Merda, still touring after a ridiculously successful Edinburgh run two years ago, a woman sits naked on a stoo…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 01:13PM

Watch Lady Day Star Audra McDonald Open Up About Picking Up Billie Holiday's Habits & Her Troubled Past by Ryan McPhee

It looks like someone needs to put a quarter in the swear jar over at Eggfartopia. In an interview with ABC News’ Popcorn with Peter Travers, six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald reveal…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:12PM

Spotlight On...Marissa Miller by Michael Block

Name: Marissa MillerHometown: I grew up in Haverhill, MA-a town north of Boston.Education: BFA in Musical Theatre from The Boston Conservatory and Masters in 'survival skills' from growing u…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:11PM

BWW Seeks Editors in the Southwest by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in the NorthwestPacific States - Montana, Hawaii, and Alaska.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:05PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Fran Drescher Goes Backstage at CINDERELLA on WHERE ARE THEY NOW? by BroadwayWorld TV

In an all-new episode of the popular series Oprah Where Are They Now, Oprah Winfrey sits down for a one-on-one interview with fashion designer Nicole Richie plus, more updates continue with …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:02PM

Latitude review: Hopelessly Devoted by Billy Barrett

Kate Tempest does music now. Not content with shaking our very bones with her epic, intimate spoken word, she’s now released an album, Everybody Down, and gave a stonking set in Latitu…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 01:01PM

BWW Seeks Editors in the Northwest/Pacific States by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in the NorthwestPacific States - Montana, Hawaii, and Alaska.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00PM

Sunday Routine: Mark Fisher: A Day Away From the Ninjas by Patrick Healy

Mr. Fisher, who opened Mark Fisher Fitness two years ago, spends time on Sunday thinking about fitness, but also finds room for dessert.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:00PM

Treasures of NY Public Library for the Performing Arts - Al Hirschfeld's Drawing Table and Barber's Chair by Nypl For The Performing Arts

I have often referred to The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts as a living, breathing entity because its mission is to ensure that the performing arts live. At The Library for …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00PM

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Broadway's The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

The show's cast and creative team met with the press on Friday.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Photo Flash: Zach Braff Performs at Broadway in Bryant Park With the Cast of Bullets Over Broadway

The companies of Phantom, Avenue Q, Cinderella, and Piece of My Heart were also on hand.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Interviews: George Perrin: 'Everyone goes to Edinburgh hunting shows'

The co-artistic director of Paines Plough talks about the company's pop-up Roundabout auditorium in Edinburgh and the Fringe as a place of discovery

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:00PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at noon (Broadway Time)
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New season, digs for SD Musical Theatre

Company announces move from North Park to Spreckels as it unveils 2015 lineup

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 12:57PM

Photo Flash: Inside VILLAIN: DEBLANKS at 54 Below with Barrett Foa, Lesli Margherita, Nancy Opel & More by BroadwayWorld

Last night 'Villain DeBlanks' made its New York debut at 54 Below, and the photos say it all. Beginning the night collecting words from the audience, and then reading the resulting script - …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:53PM

Forbidden Broadway by Barry

The cast of Forbidden Broadway: Comes Out Swinging! performed selections from their new CD, released by DRG Records at Barnes and Noble. The show's creator and director Gerard Alessandrini, …

SOURCE: theaterlife at 12:45PM

What's Your Damage, Cindy?! Christian Slater & More Check Out the Magic of Cinderella by Beth Stevens

Christian Slater is known as a cinematic bad boy, but he has a soft spot for fairy tales, apparently. The actor headed to the Broadway Theatre on July 24 to take in Cinderella. After the per…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:43PM

STEPPENWOLF ANNOUNCES 9th ANNUAL FIRST LOOK REPERTORY OF NEW WORK by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:42PM

Pippin Tampa | Straz Center by Administrator

A restless prince makes his way to Tampa. Pippin, the beloved and acclaimed Stephen Schwartz classic, joins the exciting 2014-2014 Broadway Series of The Straz Center for the Performing Arts…

SOURCE: broadwaytour.net at 12:36PM

Following Cabaret Outburst, Disorderly Conduct and Harassment Case Against Shia LaBeouf Postponed by Michael Gioia

The disorderly conduct and harassment case against actor Shia LaBeouf, who was escorted out of a performance of Broadway's Cabaret in handcuffs, has been adjourned until Sept. 10, accord…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:29PM

The Nether, Royal Court Theatre, review: Deeply disturbing and provocative

It sounds a cock-eyed compliment to say that I wouldn't want to see Jeremy Herrin's brilliant production of Jennifer Haley's deeply disturbing and very responsibly provocative play again in …

SOURCE: The Independent at 12:26PM

John Stamos Stars in MY MAN IS A LOSER, Now Available On Demand & In Select Theaters by Movies News Desk

My Man Is a Loser is now available on demand and in select theaters

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:21PM

GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS RELEASES “A SECOND CHANCE” THE ORIGINAL CAST RECORDING ON AUG. 5 by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:18PM

Photos! Meet Alexander Sharp & the Cast of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Broadway.com

Rehearsals have officially begun for the forthcoming Broadway production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, starring Alexander Sharp as Christopher, a peculiar boy who set…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:16PM

Chicago the Musical Buffalo | Shea’s Performing Arts Center by Administrator

It’s going to be a sizzling hot Valentine’s month in Buffalo! Chicago The Musical, the number 1 longest running musical in the history of Broadway that inspired the Academy Award…

SOURCE: broadwaytour.net at 12:07PM

Preview: JUBA! Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance/Chicago Human Rhythm Project by Sharon Hoyer

RECOMMENDED The only downside to Chicago Human Rhythm Project’s wrap-up performances of their annual Rhythm World festival is trying to decide which show to attend. The series of showcases…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 12:05PM

Broadway-Bound Version of RIO in the Works? ALVIN & THE CHIPMUNKS Live Show Also Set to Tour by Movies News Desk

Broadway producer Michael Cohl has inked a licensing deal with Twentieth Century Fox to bring two of the studio's hit films, RIO and ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS CHIPWRECKED, to the stage.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:05PM

Upon Mine Honor: Shakespeare Through the Lens of a Military Veteran by HowlRound

By Stephan Wolfert. Our modern military and Shakespeare's plays are both infused with honor—a powerful tool in recruiting and building camaraderie. But what exactly is honor?

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:00PM

Photos: Show Pics: Sharon D Clarke and Nicola Hughes in Porgy and Bess

Production images have been released for Timothy Sheader's production at the Open Air Theatre

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Review: Adriana Lecouvreur (Holland Park)

A rare outing for Cilea's romantic tunefest concludes this year's sun-kissed OHP festival in style

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 7/25/2014 by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ Rush, Lottery amp Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 7252014.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:00PM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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TIMELINE THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS THE CHICAGO PREMIERE OF AARON POSNER’S MY NAME IS ASHER LEV, BASED ON THE CHAIM POTOK NOVEL, AUGUST 22 – OCTOB by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:59AM

Idina Menzel Sings from If/Then, Discusses Motherhood, Developing New Characters, Her Name and More in Radio Interview (Plus Audio) by Andrew Gans

Tony Award winner Idina Menzel, currently starring in If/Then at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, stopped by WNYC Radio’s "Soundcheck" July 24 to record two songs from the new musical; she…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:57AM

VIDEO: Five Burning Questions with Rocky Headliner Andy Karl

Andy Karl, the title star of Rocky, raps Legally Blonde, dreamcasts Ivan Drago in Rocky IV the Musical and reveals his DVR shame.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:56AM

News: Cinema broadcasts of live theatre generated £7.2 million in 2013 by Maggie Brown

Live screenings of theatre productions in cinemas across the UK pioneered by the National Theatre generated £7.2 million at the box office last year, from just 14 shows, a new report has fo…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:48AM

Britannia Waves the Rules, Royal Exchange studio, review: A transfixing performance

A seaside sandpie is scattered across the stage with a single violent kick at the start of Gareth Farr’s scream-of-rage of a play Britannia Waves the Rules.

SOURCE: The Independent at 11:45AM

Odds & Ends: Broadway Alum Finn Wittrock Joins Freak Show, Natalie Mendoza Will Star in London's Here Lies Love and More! by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Finn Wittrock Joins Freak Show Broadway alum Finn Wittrock (Death of a Salesman) will feature in American Horror Story: F…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:40AM

Australian Premiere of Once Casts Its Troubadors by Adam Hetrick

Tom Parsons and Madeleine Jones will star as lovelorn musicians Guy and Girl in the Australian premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical Once, based on the Academy Award-winning film, which…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:40AM

Nine Wives, Based on Dan Elish Novel About a Bachelor Hung Up on His Ex, Opens Tonight by Michael Gioia

A developmental production of the new musical Nine Wives officially opens July 25 at TriArts Sharon Playhouse's Stage 2 space in the Bok Gallery.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:37AM

Jeanine Tesori surprises with Encores! revivals

Anticipation can be so dangerous in the arts. We hear about an upcoming seduction -- a play, a series, a whole season -- and, suddenly, the future seems bright and dewy and giddy with excite…

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 11:36AM

Acoustic Concert of Sacred Harp Will Feature Van Hughes and Christy Altomare by Andrew Gans

Musical Theatre Factory (MTF) will present an acoustic concert of songs from Peter Lerman's new musical play The Sacred Harp July 28.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

‘The Selected Letters of Elia Kazan’ by Charles Isherwood

Elia Kazan’s letters underscore his central importance in the maturing of American film and theater at midcentury.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:35AM

News: Park Theatre joins creative apprenticeship scheme by Georgia Snow

Park Theatre has joined the Almeida and Sadler’s Wells in being part of an apprenticeship scheme aimed at diversifying the arts sector. The Islington Consortium Creative Employment Program…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:34AM

The Kennedy Center Directing Intensive-DO SOMETHING! by Kim

This Saturday I’ll be traveling down to The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. to lead a week long directing intensive with my colleague and friend, director Michael Rau.  Ever since …

SOURCE: www.kimweild.com at 11:31AM

STAGE TUBE: Broadway's MAMMA MIA! Unveils New 'Guide to NYC' Video Series by Stage Tube

The Broadway stars of Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus' global smash hit musical MAMMA MIA present a new video series where they will share their favorite New York City must see destination…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:29AM

‘Little Red Riding Hood & the 3 Little Pigs’ at The Puppet Co. by Julia L. Exline

The Puppet Co. presents Little Red Riding Hood & the 3 Little Pigs, a melding of two beloved childhood stories told through the viewpoint of their shared villain—The Big Bad Wolf.  Th…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:25AM

VIDEO: Audra McDonald Says Julliard Helped Her Get Through Dark Period by TV News Desk

Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald sat down for a special interview on 'Popcorn with Peter Travers' and revealed how Julliard helped her get through a very dark period in her life.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:22AM

London's Original Billy Elliot Sets One-Night-Only "Dream" Return to Elton John Musical by Mark Shenton

Liam Mower, the first boy ever to play the title role of Billy Elliot the Musical onstage when the show first opened at the Victoria Palace Theatre in 2005, is to return to the show for one …

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:22AM

BWW Interview: Actor, Director, and Teacher Thomas G. Waites Gives Insight on Baruch College's THE TAMING OF THE SHREW by Louisa Brady

Acclaimed director, actor, and teacher Thomas G. Waites is currently directing THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, being produced by the Baruch College of Performing Arts and the Thomas G. Waites Actin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:18AM

Photo Coverage: Backstage at TIMESTALKS: POWERFUL WOMEN OF TV by Walter McBride

They're strong, beautiful, determined and complex - actresses are dominating the television screen and the ratings. Some of the most fascinating and powerful women on TV today just visited T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:15AM

Tickets Now Available for Off-Broadway's Phoenix, Starring Julia Stiles & James Wirt by Broadway.com

Tickets are now on sale for the off-Broadway production of Scott Organ’s Phoenix, starring Julia Stiles and James Wirt. Performances will begin at the Cherry Lane Theatre on July 28 un…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:11AM

Photo Coverage: Casts of BULLETS, CINDERELLA, PHANTOM & More Visit BROADWAY IN BRYANT PARK! by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

This week's event is set to feature the casts of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Jeremy Stolle, Jeremy Hays andMary Michael Patterson, PIECE OF MY HEART De'adre Aziza, Derrick Baskin, Bryan Fenkart…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:11AM

Spotlight On...Kathryn Kates by Michael Block

Name: Kathryn KatesHometown: Great Neck, New YorkEducation: attended Moore College Of Art; and NYUSelect Credits: Food And Fadwa at NY Theatre Workshop; a site specific play by the genius Da…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 11:05AM

Camilla Cleese: 'People are looking to hate me' by Celia Walden

Comedian Camilla Cleese is ready to emerge from the shadow of her Python father

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 11:00AM

5 Reasons why The Shuberts buying New World Stages is great for Off Broadway. by Ken Davenport

A rumor hit the street last week that the Shuberts, one of the five families on Broadway and the majority landlord (with 17 of the 40 Broadway houses flying their flag), is in the final stag…

SOURCE: theproducersperspective.com at 11:00AM

Forbidden Broadway Comes Out Swinging! by Spotted Staff

  Forbidden Broadway Comes Out Swinging recently played its final performance at the Davenport Theatre on July 20th, but fear not! If you missed out on your chance to see it live, the …

SOURCE: BroadwaySpotted at 11:00AM

Patti Issues Creator Ben Rimalower Will Debut New Solo Show in September by Andrew Gans

Ben Rimalower, creator and star of the critically acclaimed, long-running Patti Issues — which explored an obsession with Tony winner Patti LuPone and his relationship with his troubled gay…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:00AM

Theatre News: Original Billy Elliot returns to West End for one night only

Liam Mower will play older Billy on the night that Elton John's hit show is broadcast to cinemas across the UK and internationally

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:00AM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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In London, stages are set for pleasure by Peter Marks

LONDON — When actors as demonstrably intelligent as Carey Mulligan and Bill Nighy are let loose on an artfully crafted piece of penetrating drama, something special is bound to happen. And…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:50AM

Today on TCM: 3 Slapstick WWI Comedies by Trav S.D.

There’s something chilling? ironic? depressing? that this World War One centenary year is taking place at the very same time that World War Three, 3.5 or Four (depending on how you cou…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:42AM

Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Stratford: like you’ve never seen before by Richard Ouzounian

If you think you know this most overproduced of Shakespeare’s plays, Peter Sellars’ twist on it will change (and blow) your mind

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 10:34AM

Photo Coverage: Maggie Gyllenhaal, Taylor Schilling, Lucy Liu and Mira Sorvino Visit TIMESTALKS by Walter McBride

They're strong, beautiful, determined and complex - actresses are dominating the television screen and the ratings. Some of the most fascinating and powerful women on TV today just visited T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM

Live Version of Rio is Flying to Brazil; Is Broadway Next? Alvin and the Chipmunks Also In the Works by Ryan McPhee

Those talking birds may be coming to Broadway! Producer Michael Cohl has revealed plans to stage a live version of the computer-animated 2011 film Rio, according to the Wall Street Jour…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:31AM

The Nether, Royal Court, review: 'haunting' by Charles Spencer

The Nether is a thought-provoking look at the murky depths of the Internet, says Charles Spencer

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 10:30AM

‘A Quick 5′ with Rachel Stroud-Goodrich and Chris Goodrich by Elliot Lanes

Rachel Stroud-Goodrich and Chris Goodrich are one ambitious theatre couple. They are the C0-Artistic Directors of Unexpected Stage Company which is presenting its first musical called Dani G…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 10:23AM

Aaron Tveit Wants to Date You, Sierra Boggess Has a Super Secret Society & More Lessons of the Week by Lindsay Champion

After an exhausting, frustrating and grueling week at work, we think you deserve a treat. No, not peanut butter cups. You really think we're going to give you our peanut butter cups…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:17AM

Production News: Angela Griffin joins cast of Breeders at the St James Theatre by Georgia Snow

Angela Griffin will join the cast of Breeders, which runs at London’s St James Theatre this autumn. She will star alongside the previously announced Nicholas Burns, Tamzin Outhwaite and Je…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:07AM

Fuse CD Review: Pianist Fred Hersch’s “Floating” – A Constant Delight by Michael Ullman

Pianist Fred Hersch’s ballad playing is one of the special treats of contemporary jazz.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:01AM

Review: The Merry Wives of Windsor/First Folio Theatre by Zach Freeman

RECOMMENDED You learn a lot about the level of commitment of a company of actors—to say nothing of the commitment of the audience enjoying them—when both are willing to engage in the rai…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 10:00AM

FEINBERG FORECAST: Emmy Predictions in the Lead Comedy Acting Categories by Scott Feinberg

With more dramatic entries in the comedy races than ever before, how should voters parse the "funniest" performers? THR's awards analyst investigates.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:00AM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg holds court at Glimmerglass by Susan Galbraith

Contracts, like agreements, are often broken in opera as well as life, giving grist for good plotlines. And Grand Operas, like our constitution, are rightly to be re-interpreted with an elas…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 09:59AM

Following Years of Fundraising and Leadership, Lou Moore Departs Wallis Annenberg Center by Carey Purcell

Executive director Lou Moore has departed the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, the Los Angeles Times reports.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:57AM

Fringe Review: ‘Song of Myself: the Whitman Project’ at Caos on F by Julieanna Novak

Leaves of Grass is perhaps Walt Whitman’s most famous work, a collection of poems numbering up to four hundred. If that sounds to you like a daunting prospect to turn into a performance pi…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 09:56AM

GRACE NOTES: Friday, July 25, 2014 by Susan Grace

  This Weekend’s Highlights: Friday, July 25 * Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, directed by Joel Sass, featuring Charles Janasz, Suzanne Warmanen, Candy Buckley, Joshua James…

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Lottery makes premium 'Book of Mormon' tickets available - and extremely inexpensive

If you're lucky, you can score a ticket to "Book of Mormon" for a mere $27.

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BWW Seeks Midwest Editors - Ohio, Indiana, Wisconsin, South Dakota & More! by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in the Midwest - Appleton, Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, Des Moines, Omaha, Sioux Falls, and S…

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VIDEO: Taye Diggs on MAGIC MIKE Role: 'Now We're in Talks' by TV News Desk

'Rent' star Taye Diggs stopped by last night's CONAN on TBS and shared that reports that he will be appearing in the next 'Magic Mike' film just may come to fruition.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:42AM

Analysis & Opinion: Letters of the week by The Stage

Arts funding cuts, audience etiquette and overseas opera

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:37AM

Filichia Features: “To Life!” to FIDDLER ON THE ROOF by Peter Filichia

Does the musical that toasted “To Life!” have any life left? Oh, yes. Almost 50 years to the day that FIDDLER ON THE ROOF began rehearsals at the Lyceum Theatre in New York, Edina (Minne…

SOURCE: Music Theatre International at 09:33AM

Wayne Brady Will Star in Pasadena Playhouse's Kiss Me, Kate by Philippe Bowgen

The multi-Emmy winner Wayne Brady will star as Fred/Petruchio in the 17 person cast of Kiss Me, Kate at Pasadena Playhouse opening Sept. 16.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:33AM

Ariadne in Naxos at Glimmerglass by Susan Galbraith

It takes a confident and mature company like Glimmerglass to poke fun both at itself and the very form of opera. Ariadne in Naxos was, in many ways, both a celebration and a self-referential…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 09:32AM

Weekend Poll: Which Original Broadway Star Should Reprise His or Her Role? by Lindsay Champion

The Broadway.com editorial team did some serious air-guitaring to celebrate the news that American Idol alum Constantine Maroulis is returning to play Drew, a role he originated (and nabbed …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:30AM

Fringe Review: ‘Marriage, Lizards and Love’ at the Shop at Fort Fringe by Elliot Lanes

Good talent gets drawn to a play for many reasons. In the case of Jean P. Bordewich’s predictable and melodramatic play Marriage, Lizards and Love, you have to wonder what that reason was.…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 09:30AM

Broadway Barre Will Feature Cast Members from Tour of We Will Rock You by Andrew Gans

Broadway Barre, a monthly musical-theatre themed event hosted by Kate Pazakis, will continue July 28 at 8 PM at Rockwell Table and Stage in Los Angeles.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:29AM

Situation: Comedy: Edinburgh Fringe survival guide by Julian Hall

No point in denying it, it’s upon us: the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with all the irresistible draw of its 3,000-plus shows. A raincoat will be the first thing I pack, despite the curr…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:25AM

You Can’t Take It With You – Meet the Cast (video) by Sandi Durell

                By: Brian Scott Lipton   A young couple finds their very different families object to their pairing. That familiar plotline is to…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 09:14AM

VIP Access: The Old Globe Gala on July 26 by Matthew Wexler

Calling all southern Californians! Head to the Old Globe this Saturday for the 2014 Globe Gala in support of the theater’s education and artistic programs. The annual event will feature a …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:08AM

What are the best comedy albums of all time? by Guardian Staff

Open thread: we'd like to hear about your best-loved comic albums, whether they're stand-up, sketch comedy or something completely different Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:05AM

The Nether review disturbingly sensationalist digital dreamlands by Michael Billington

Royal Court, LondonJennifer Haley's prizewinning play triggers a fascinating debate about online fantasy it's just a shame she sets out to shock us Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:04AM

Hamlet’s Mother Is a Sexy Beast by Mark Blankenship

Potomac Theatre Project embraces the mania in Howard Barker’s play — When you’re standing next to Hamlet, fondling his mother’s underwear, there’s really no poi…

SOURCE: TDF at 09:00AM

WAKE UP with BWW 7/25/14 - Iglehart Takes Over THE VIEW, BIG FISH in Chicago, MALA HIERBA and More! by Jessica Showers

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it This weekend's big news James Monroe Iglehart co-hosts …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:00AM

"Guiding Light" Star Will Commit Perfect Crime Off-Broadway by Philippe Bowgen

Emmy nominee Robert Newman, longtime star of "Guiding Light," and more recently of the hit Showtime series "Homeland," will play Inspector Archer in Off-Broadway’s longest running play…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:00AM

Theatre News: Shakespeare & Pinter complete Summer Season at Theatre by the Lake, Keswick

Comedy of Errors and Old Times are the last additions to the Summer Season.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:00AM

The Big Interview: Andre Gregory by Richard Ouzounian

The actor immortalized in My Dinner With Andre eagerly speaks of his attraction to Ibsen’s The Master Builder, which opens in Toronto this weekend.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 09:00AM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Coppélia review psycho-thriller meets mischievous romcom by David Jays

English National Ballet, LondonStriking rising talents bring added vim to this sugared-up tale of an inventor and his sexbot Almost human: why is art so obsessed with lifesize dolls? Contin…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:51AM

Lockout looms as Met contracts set to expire by Mike Silverman

NEW YORK (AP) -- Figaro might not be getting married anytime soon. Mimi and Rodolfo might not fall in love in that cold Parisian garret. And Macbeth might never murder his way to the thr…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 08:49AM

The Bolshoi Ballet's 'Don Quixote' is a hard sell by Robert Johnson

"Don Quixote" is typically a crowd-pleaser, but the Bolshoi tries too hard to convince us we are having a good time.

SOURCE: NJ.com at 08:46AM

Piece of My Heart by Richard Seff

Bert Berns was an American song writer and producer in the 1960s. An original sixties rock ‘n roller and writer of soul, he made a mark in popular music, particularly with “Here …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:45AM

July's Leftovers and August's Brainteaser by Peter Filichia

It was the month of The New York Musical Theatre Festival, which yielded a true winner in THE GIG, Douglas J. Cohen’s terrific reminder that the word “amateur” means first and foremost…

SOURCE: Kritzerland at 08:44AM

News: Secret Cinema cancels opening night Back to the Future screening by Nicola Merrifield

Immersive theatre and film event producers Secret Cinema have come under fire following the cancellation of last night’s screening of Back to the Future. The event, which involves 84 actor…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:42AM

A Summer in Ohio: Ohio Light Opera by Ann Miner

The OLO company is comprised of student and veteran regional opera and theatre performers, with many returning to Wooster summer after summer. From eight shows a week to the incredible sched…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 08:34AM

Coppelia, London Coliseum, review: Warm and bright

Coppélia is classical ballet at its bounciest, complete with clockwork toys, a resolute and stroppy heroine and a tuneful Delibes score. English National Ballet’s happy revival sails alon…

SOURCE: The Independent at 08:30AM

“Helping the Writers Find the Way”: Brent Wagner from the University of Michigan (Part 2) by Rob Hartmann

In this series of blog posts, I’m focusing on the musical theatre BFA: thoughts from a variety of people about the state of actor training today. This is the conclusion of my conversation …

SOURCE: newmusicaltheatre.com at 08:28AM

Liam Mower to Make Special Appearance in BILLY ELLIOT for Live Stream Broadcast, Sept. 28 by BroadwayWorld

On Sunday 28 September, Liam Mower will join the cast of Billy Elliot the Musical for a special performance to be broadcast live from the Victoria Palace Theatre to cinemas across the UK and…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:21AM

The Tin Forest, National Theatre Scotland, review: 'charming' by Mark Brown

The Tin Forest is a gorgeously detailed offering in the NTS's South Rotunda - Mark Brown just wishes it were longer

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:20AM

The Tin Forest, National Theatre Scotland, review: 'winning' by Mark Brown

The Tin Forest is a gorgeously detailed offering in the NTS's South Rotunda - Mark Brown just wishes it was longer

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:20AM

Cuyahoga County may resume grants to individual artists in 2015 after a controversial pause to re-evaluate by Steven Litt

Cuyahoga County may resume giving $20,000 grants to individual artists in 2015, but only after giving the program a thorough re-evaluation, the leader of the county's arts funding agency sai…

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 08:15AM

Review: The Marvelous Marvelettes/Black Ensemble Theater by Zach Freeman

RECOMMENDED When Mary Wilson of the Supremes came through town late last fall, she recalled that the Supremes had no less than seven flops before catching on while another Detroit all-female…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 08:00AM

BWW's On This Day - July 25, 2014

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on July 25 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

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Friday, July 25, 2014 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Fuse Movie Review: “And So It Goes” — A Synthetic Slice of Boomer Banality by Tim Jackson

This kind of faux-inspirational drivel has Hollywood privilege written all over it.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 07:49AM

St. Louis Rep's Studio Season Will Include Buyer and Cellar and A Kid Like Jake by Philippe Bowgen

A Kid Like Jake, Buyer and Cellar and Safe House will make up the St. Louis Repertory Company's (St. Louis, MO) Studio Theatre season opening Oct. 29.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:45AM

World Premiere of Douglas Carter Beane's Fairy Cakes Will Open Scranton Shakespeare Tonight by Philippe Bowgen

Fairy Cakes – a new play by five-time Tony nominee Douglas Carter Beane and with music by Lewis Flinn – will premiere at the Scranton Shakespeare Festival (Scranton, PA) tonight,…

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:43AM

News: ‘Arts Council of Ireland must overhaul investment strategy’ – report by Nicola Merrifield

Ireland’s Arts Council must create a new investment strategy to transform itself into a development agency for the sector, according to an independent review of how the funding body operat…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:41AM

Nicholas Hytner: 'No one's filling my shoes, I'm taking them with me' by Michael Billington

The National Theatre's director steps down next year, after introducing live broadcasts, cheap tickets and a wealth of new writing. How does he reflect on his tenure? Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:01AM

This weeks new dance by Judith Mackrell

Edinburgh Fringe: week one | Mariinsky Ballet Continue reading...

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This weeks new live theatre by Mark Cook & Lyn Gardner

Shakespeare In Love | Thérèse Raquin | Stalins Daughter | The White Devil | Men In The Cities | My Night With Reg Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:00AM

This weeks new live comedy by James Kettle

Felicity Ward | Anthony Jeselnik | Danielle Ward Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:00AM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Production News: Original Billy Elliot to return to the cast for special performance by Georgia Snow

Liam Mower, who originated the role of Billy Elliot in the first stage production of the show, will return to the West End cast for a special performance to be broadcast live around the worl…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:58AM

Amadeus at Chichester by John Morrison

Peter Shaffer's plays pose a problem for directors and actors; his writing is extremely prescriptive, with detailed directions on movement, music, design and costume that leave anyone who re…

SOURCE: John Morrison at 06:30AM

Tete-a-Tete Opera Festival 2014 , Central Saint Martins/Kings Place, London by Edward Bhesania

Central Saint Martins/Kings Place, London: After eight seasons at Hammersmith's Riverside Studios, the experimental opera festival Tete a Tete has relocated to Central Saint Martins and…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:11AM

Small dance companies come together on the big stage

Philadelphia is loaded with small dance companies, as anyone who has ever been to Fringe knows. These troupes rarely get to perform in fancy theaters, and it takes a lot of motivation for au…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 06:00AM

JALEEL WHITE VISITS NYC BROADWAY SHOW iLUMINATE by James Edstrom

The cast of iLUMINATE received a special backstage visit from Jaleel White after their July 18th performance. White, who shot to superstardom as Steve Urkel on ABC’s long-running “Family…

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Go! List sneak peek: Best St. Louis parade

Our second annual edition of The Go! List is out July 27, in home-delivery copies of the Post-Dispatch and at select retailers.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 06:00AM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Adriana Lecouvreur , Holland Park, London by George Hall

Holland Park, London: Holland Park returns to its verismo period specialism with this 1902 romantic tragedy by Cilea, presented here in a new staging by Martin Lloyd-Evans. It seems obligato…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:57AM

Remembering Merce Cunningham: five classic dance videos by Judith Mackrell

Five years after Merce Cunningham's death, revisit his magical, mysterious work and his influential technique with these clips Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:00AM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Feature: Malachite Theatre – “treating Shakespeare with a certain dose of irreverence” by Katie Smith

Seeing as he is currently taking on the titular role in Malachite Theatre’s production of Richard II, it is only natural that when Nick Finegan and I meet at the Barbican, we touch on Davi…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:24AM

Amazing Grace Musical to Have World Premiere in Chicago Before Heading to Broadway by Lauren Yarger

Josh Young performs "Testimony" from Amazing Grace on June 23 at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place. in Chicago.  Photo: Amy Boyle Photography.Casting is complete for the world…

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The Mariinsky Ballet: 'as exciting as the World Cup' by Sarah Crompton

Ballet connoisseurs and football fans have more in common than they might think, says Sarah Crompton

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 04:00AM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Los Angeles Theater Review: PATERNUS (Rogue Machine Theatre) by Tony Frankel

FATHERS AND SONS The sensitive, expressive, and pensive son. The emotionally cool, impatient, and badgering father. Together, this family dynamic seen throughout history is so familiar that …

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 03:15AM

New Kickstarter For SAVE A DANCE! To Preserve Work of Robbins, Fosse, Bennett, Etc. by Pat Cerasaro

A new Kickstarter account has been created in support of the new dance preservation and presentation initiative SAVE A DANCE

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00AM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Paul Blenheim In Thérèse Raquin by K.e. Weber

Carnality, cruelty and corsets come to Theatre Works in the form of Émile Zola’s gothic horror, Thérèse Raquin. This world premiere adaptation is written and direc…

SOURCE: Theatre People Australia at 02:45AM

Is Pippin heading down under? by Erin James

According to an article on BroadwayWorld.com, the Broadway revival production of Pippin is slated to head down under in 2015. Read the original article here Stephen Schwartz’s Pippin…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 02:32AM

Trying out it’s Water Wings in Chicago – The Last Ship Review by Stephen Best

Trying out it’s Water Wings in Chicago – The Last Ship Review: Just wrapping its Chicago tryout before debuting on Broadway in October, The Last Ship is a show somewhere between “The L…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 02:30AM

A thin line between love & hate for Laurents & Sondheim by Michael Riedel

There’s nothing more bracing on a hot summer day than sipping an ice-cold martini while reading Stephen Sondheim’s letters to Arthur Laurents on the subject of their flop musical “…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 02:21AM

Steven McRae on ballet, Boris Johnson and drag racing by Ellie Pithers

Ballet dancer Steven McRae speaks to Ellie Pithers

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 02:00AM

An 'audience with' David Mitchell or Stephen Fry? I'd rather have more gags by Brian Logan

Increasingly, big-name comedians are swapping the usual standup format for something that seems more intimate, honest and a bit of a get-out Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:00AM

Alice Ripley Performs WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? Solo by Pat Cerasaro

Tony Award-winning Broadway superstar Alice Ripley has recently been utilizing her SoundCloud account to share a series of intriguing and entertaining clips and she now presents another skil…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:00AM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Douglas Carter Beane's FAIRY CAKES Gets World Premiere at Scranton Shakespeare Festival This Weekend by BroadwayWorld

FAIRY CAKES -- a new play by 5-time Tony nominee Douglas Carter Beane, with music by Lewis Flinn -- will be given its world-premiere as one of three productions that comprise the summer seas…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

APPLAUSE's Penny Fuller Set for Q&A at Spiral Theater Studio Tonight by BroadwayWorld

In Celebrating Penny Fuller's stellar career, she will be sharing the stage with Richard Skipper recounting a 50 year career in theater, television, film and in cabaret. She will be telling …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

BIG FISH Returns to Chicago as JPAC's Season Closer, Now thru 8/9 by BroadwayWorld

Jedlicka Performing Arts Center concludes its 2013-14 season with the new Broadway musical BIG FISH with music and lyrics by Tony Award nominee Andrew Lippa, book by esteemed screenwriter Jo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Outstanding Performance at Broadway Stands Up For Freedom by Sparkman Clark

Outstanding Performance at Broadway Stands Up For Freedom: The 12th Annual NCYLU Benefit concert, “Broadway Stands Up For Freedom,” gave a stunning and heart-warming performance this pas…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 01:14AM

FLASH FRIDAY: Patti LuPone Pandemonium! EVITA To 54 Below by Pat Cerasaro

Today we are saluting one of Broadway's best-loved leading ladies in honor of her new cabaret show kicking off this week at 54 Below, the one and only Patti LuPone.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:01AM

Tori Spelling on Reuniting with Jennie Garth for "Mystery Girls" by Young Hollywood

Tori Spelling on Reuniting with Jennie Garth for "Mystery Girls" Actress, producer, author, mother, and so much more, Ms Tori Spelling pays a visit to the YH Studio to scoop us on reuniting …

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Review: The Nether (Royal Court)

Jennifer Haley's play offers an unsettling look at online ethics and the blurred line between the virtual and the real

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:00AM

Video Flash: Julia Stiles Could Rock a Mean '90s Beanie Back in the Day

Before she makes her stage return, we're remembering Stiles' first introduction to America's youth.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

TV News: Aladdin's James Monroe Iglehart to Cohost Today's The View

The Tony Award-winning genie will bring his magic to the set of the morning talk show.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

Best Bets: World Naked Bike Ride, 'Grease' at the Muny

Our staff picks the best things to do this week, with a look at what's ahead in the weeks to come.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 01:00AM
Friday, July 25, 2014 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Los Angeles Theater Preview: LADY WINDERMERE’S FAN (Chalk Repertory Theatre) by Tony Frankel

L.A.’S BIGGEST FAN It surprises me that Lady Windermere’s Fan isn’t produced as frequently as the ubiquitous The Importance of Being Earnest. Beginning Friday, Chalk Rep is remounting…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 12:09AM

NYFF 52 by Barry

52nd New York Film Festival Lines up Top Directors and Innovative Films for Opening, Closing, and Centerpiece Nights              By: Ellis NassourThe Film Society of Lincoln Cen…

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Music News: Broadway's If/Then to Release Vocal Selections

Learn to sing like Idina Menzel with songs like "Here I Go" and "Some Other Me."

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00AM

DIVA TALK: Aladdin’s Courtney Reed Charts Her Journey from Abu to Jasmine by Playbill.com

News, views and reviews about the multi-talented women of the musical theatre and the concert/cabaret stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Hottest Articles on BWW from Thursday, Jul. 24

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from Thursday, July 24, 2014.

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"A Most Wanted Man," Starring Late Philip Seymour Hoffman, Arrives in Theatres Today by Adam Hetrick

"A Most Wanted Man," one of the final films to star late actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, is released in theatres nationwide July 25.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Andrew Lippa's Big Fish Swims Back to Chicago Tonight by Adam Hetrick

The Andrew Lippa musical Big Fish, which premiered in Chicago in spring 2013 prior to its Broadway run, returns to the Windy City beginning July 25 in a new production by the Jedlicka Perfor…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

2014 Tony Winner Co-Hosts "The View" July 25; Original Wicked Star Guests by Andrew Gans

The July 25 broadcast of ABC's "The View" welcomes a 2014 Tony Award winner.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Roger Forbes, Robert Foxworth, Elizabeth Franz and Jill Tanner Form a Quartet Tonight at Old Globe by Carey Purcell

Quartet, a comedy by Academy Award winner Ronald Harwood, begins performances at San Diego's Old Globe Theatre July 25 prior to an official opening July 31. 

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Vanya, Sonia, Masha and Spike Arrive at the Guthrie in Christopher Durang Comedy, Opening Tonight by Andrew Gans

The Guthrie Theater's production of Christopher Durang's Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike officially opens on the McGuire Proscenium Stage July 25 following previews that beg…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

DIVA TALK: Aladdin's Courtney Reed Charts Her Journey from Abu to Jasmine by Andrew Gans

News, views and reviews about the multi-talented women of the musical theatre and the concert/cabaret stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Sundance Playwrights Sound Off on Female Emergence, Blacklisting and Advocacy Group The Kilroys by Carey Purcell

Sundance Theatre Lab participants Dominique Morisseau, Annie Baker and Sheila Callaghan open up to Playbill.com about the roles women are playing in the theatre — both onstage and off.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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