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Friday, May 10, 2013

IDOL WATCH' The Finale Pair is Announced by Samantha Vega

At the end of this evening, we would know who would be competing in the finale. The night started off by Candice, Kree, and Angie singing Who Says by Selena Gomez.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM
Thursday, May 9, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Down to the Final Three by Samantha Vega

It was down to wire tonight on American idol. With three rounds, each had its star and America would have the most difficult task of sending one of these ladies home. It was also a chance fo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:02PM
Friday, May 3, 2013

IDOL WATCH: David Cook Performs and Another Contestant is Sent Home by Samantha Vega

Another contestant was sent home on tonight's results show of American Idol. The night kicked off with a performance from the four ladies. They sang Crazy in Love. As always, they sounded gr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30PM
Thursday, May 2, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Top 4 Sings Songs from Now and Then by Samantha Vega

After a surprising results last week, four contestants still remain. This week the ladies will be singing song from now and then. The first round will be songs from 2013 while the second wil…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:56AM
Thursday, April 25, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Surprising Twist in Elimination Episode by Samantha Vega

A long week of interviews, red carpets and rehearsals separated last weeks elimination with this one. With only a short time until the Idol winner is crowned, the competition gets even hotte…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:22PM

IDOL WATCH: Top 4 Sings Songs Chosen by the Viewers by Samantha Vega

With only four contestants standing, the competition gets even more intense. Tonight the ladies sang a song of there choice for the first round and an audience choice for the second.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:21AM
Thursday, April 18, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Clay and Fantastia Perform; Four Contestants Remain by Samantha Vega

After a thrilling night of the top 5 girls, tonight we said goodbye to another contestant. To kick of the show, the ladies performed a medley of Donna Summer hits. Based on that performance …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:54PM

IDOL WATCH: Top 5 Sing Songs from the Year they Were Born by Samantha Vega

For the first time in American Idol history, 5 girls made up the top 5. It may have been obvious from the beginning, but it wasn't an easy road for any of the ladies.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:43AM
Wednesday, April 17, 2013

BWW Interview: Rocco Sisto Talks OLD-FASHIONED PROSTITUTES and Richard Foreman! by Samantha Vega

Rocco recently chatted with Broadwayworld about the new show, what its been like working with Richard Foreman and his upcoming film 'Sideways Light.' Tickets for OLD-FASHIONED PROSTITUTES A …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:03PM
Thursday, April 11, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Kelly Clarkson Performs and Another Contestant is Sent Home by Samantha Vega

The performers were in top for last night when they sang two songs each. Tonight on American Idol another contestant goes home and Kelly Clarkson and Scotty McCreey returns to the Idol stage.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:22PM
Wednesday, April 10, 2013

IDOL WATCH: The Top 6 Sing the Songs of Burt Bacharach by Samantha Vega

After last week's heartbreak of sending Burnell home, the contestants took on the songs of Burt Bacharach on tonight's episode of American Idol. It was sure to be an intense and competitive…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:43PM
Friday, April 5, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Carrie Underwood Returns and Another Contestant is Sent Packing by Samantha Vega

It was another night of American Idol and by the end there would be 6 contestants left. The show kicked off with a group performance of Somebody to Love.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:19AM
Wednesday, April 3, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Top 7 Rock Out On American Idol by Samantha Vega

It was rock n' roll week on American Idol tonight. This year we have not seen a rocker in the top 10 so this week was sure to be interesting.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:14PM
Friday, March 29, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Another Contestant is Sent Home by Samantha Vega

Tonight on American Idol was Elimination night where one of the top 8 was at risk of being eliminated.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:12AM
Wednesday, March 27, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Top 8 Take on the Songs of Detroit by Samantha Vega

Tonight on American Idol the remaining 8 contestants took on the songs of Detroit artists. The mentor was the legendary Smokey Robinson.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:52PM
Wednesday, March 20, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Top 10 Week 2 by Samantha Vega

Tonight on American Idol the remaining 9 take on the songs of The Beatles. Before the performances began the results from the sing-off were announced and Aubrey will be joining the tour this…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:59PM
Wednesday, March 13, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Top 10 Week 1 by Samantha Vega

Tonight on the American Idol the top 10 perform for the judges and America's vote. They sang the songs of past contestants.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:30PM
Wednesday, March 6, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Top 20 by Samantha Vega

Last night on American Idol, the top 10 girls laid down the law when they performed for the first time for America's vote.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:10AM
Wednesday, February 27, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Vegas Week by Samantha Vega

It is the final week of live auditions tonight for the ladies of American Idol before the top 20 is announced.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:04PM
Thursday, February 21, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Las Vegas Week by Samantha Vega

Tonight 10 guys took the stage for one last time to impress the judges. By the end of the night only 5 guys will move onto next week. They will join the 5 girls that were named last night.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:10PM
Friday, February 8, 2013

IDOL WATCH:Hollywood Week by Samantha Vega

Two contestants who struggled through the group rounds were up next. First was Papa Peachez who sang Lady Gaga's You and I. And then Jimmy Smith sand Landslide by the Dixie Chicks.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:30AM
Wednesday, February 6, 2013

IDOL WATCH:Hollywood Week by Samantha Vega

Tonight on American Idol the male finalists showed their stuff to kick off Hollywood week. The ladies will compete next week, meaning guys vs. guys tonight and tomorrow night.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:44PM
Thursday, January 31, 2013

IDOL WATCH: Oklahoma City Auditions by Samantha Vega

Auditions continued tonight when the judges rolled into Oklahoma City. The city started off on a good note with its first contestant.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:59PM
Wednesday, January 30, 2013

IDOL WATCH: San Antonio and Long Beach Auditions by Samantha Vega

American Idol continued holding auditions tonight in San Antonio. From the previews shown last week, it seemed like the next American Idol would come from this city.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:29PM
Thursday, January 24, 2013

IDOL WATCH: The Baton Rouge Auditions by Samantha Vega

Baton Rouge, LA was the next stop for American Idol auditions on tonight's episode. The people of the bayou showed up in the thousands for their chance to be crowned the next American Idol.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:09PM
Wednesday, January 23, 2013

IDOL WATCH: The Charlotte Auditions by Samantha Vega

Tonight on American Idol, the judges rolled into Charolette, North Carolina in hopes to find the next big talent. The episode kicked off with footage of the long speculated feud between Mari…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:25PM
Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Jazzart Dance Theatre introduces a wave of rising new talent in DESTINATION LERATO, 2/8-2/10 by Samantha Vega

Jazzart Dance Theatre introduces a wave of rising new talent in Destination ...Lerato, which will be presented at Artscape Theatre from 8 to 10 February.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:31PM
Thursday, December 6, 2012

STAGE TUBE: FOREVER DUSTY TV Spot Released! by Samantha Vega

The TV spot was just released for Forever Dusty the musical which is currently playing at New World Stages.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:01PM

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