Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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No. 18 Texas A&M Beats No. 9 Nebraska 9-6

No. 18 Texas A&M beats No. 9 Nebraska 9-6

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 11:49PM

Martinez Delivers Crushing Knockout Of Williams

Martinez delivers crushing knockout of Williams

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 11:48PM

Report: Would-Be Plane Bombers Post Attack Details

Report: Would-be plane bombers post attack details

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 11:33PM

Cinema's easy riders by Isaac Guzman

If it wasn’t for the pop confection that was the Monkees, America never would have seen “Easy Rider” or admired film legends such as Jack Nicholson and Dennis Hopper. That’s because …

SOURCE: The New York Post Subscription at 11:10PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Notre Dame Beats Army 27-3 At Yankee Stadium

Notre Dame beats Army 27-3 at Yankee Stadium

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:50PM

Gay's Buzzer Beater For Grizzlies Beats Heat 97-95

Gay's buzzer beater for Grizzlies beats Heat 97-95

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:38PM

Coming Up This Week in Theatre - 11/20/2010

BroadwayWorld.com's Upcoming Events calendar for the week - updated on 11202010.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:30PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Panthers Send Islanders To 12th Straight Loss

Panthers send Islanders to 12th straight loss

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 09:49PM

Claude Hay: Building A Better Song

The Australian singer-songwriter has a habit of retooling whatever he gets his hands on, from his car to his favorite music. He built his new album, Deep Fried Satisfied, with memories and e…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 09:26PM

Daniel Day-Lewis In Ill. To Prepare For 'Lincoln'

Daniel Day-Lewis in Ill. to prepare for 'Lincoln'

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 09:19PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Analysis: Pope's Comments Add To Debate On Condoms

Analysis: Pope's comments add to debate on condoms

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:34PM

Gokey Helped Get 'Idol' To Milwaukee For Auditions

Gokey helped get 'Idol' to Milwaukee for auditions

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:28PM

Burkina Faso President Poised For Re-Election

Burkina Faso president poised for re-election

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:24PM

A Wish Upon A Star

You are given an anagram, and must rearrange the letters to name a Walt Disney film. For example, given "iconic hop," the answer would be "Pinocchio."

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:03PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Jefferson Leads LSU Past Ole Miss, 43-36

Jefferson leads LSU past Ole Miss, 43-36

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:57PM

Invited Dress: New York Pops’ Sondheim Birthday Bash by Kevin Daly

A week ago, I wasn’t even sure I was going to be attending the New York Pops‘ celebration of Stephen Sondheim‘s 80th birthday. There was a possibility that I might be atten…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 07:42PM

Kyle Busch Wins Owner's Championship For JGR

Kyle Busch wins owner's championship for JGR

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:41PM

ND AD: No Safety Concerns About Playing Field

ND AD: No safety concerns about playing field

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:20PM

No. 14 Virginia Tech Wins ACC Coastal Title, 31-17

No. 14 Virginia Tech wins ACC Coastal title, 31-17

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:18PM

Bill Bailey: Dandelion Mind – review by Stephanie Merritt

Wyndhams theatre, LondonDoubt is the theme of Bailey's latest show – "or is it?" he wonders. Despite dealing in vagueness, it seems the uncertainties of modern life have unleashed some of …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:06PM

Mat Horne: 'The recovery was always going to be quite lengthy' | Interview by Tom Lamont

Mat Horne has had a rocky time since Gavin & Stacey. A bit of Chekhov will cheer him up…The story of Mat Horne's 2009 is one retold, surely, by publicists and producers pressing torches to…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:05PM

Fela!; The Glass Menagerie; The Master Builder | Theatre review by Susannah Clapp

Olivier; Young Vic; Almeida; all LondonIt has got audiences on their feet applauding at the National. It has the stalls attempting, if not a full pelvic thrust, at least a flaccid twinge. An…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:04PM

Wayne McGregor/Random Dance: FAR | Dance review by Luke Jennings

Sadler's Wells, LondonA new McGregor piece is always a challenge. There's the sensually complex work on stage to engage with, and there is the equally demanding task of following the choreog…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:04PM

Inheritance – review by Clare Brennan

Live theatre, NewcastleRemember Look and Learn, the children's comic that aimed to educate as it entertained? It's been on my mind a lot in the past few weeks, watching plays where character…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:04PM

Gates: Focus On Afghan Troop Training After 2014

Gates: Focus on Afghan troop training after 2014

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:02PM

Book Review: Finishing the Hat by Stephen Sondheim

Stephen Sondheim’s new book “Finishing the Hat” is a collection of lyrics from his shows from 1954 to 1981.  More than that, it is a look inside the mind of this American…

SOURCE: The AndyGram at 07:00PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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No. 7 Stanford Beats Cal 48-14 In Big Game Blowout

No. 7 Stanford beats Cal 48-14 in Big Game blowout

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 06:58PM

North of Boston, holiday shows getting early start by Wendy Killeen

GETTING TO FEEL A LOT LIKE : The season of holiday shows is upon us, beginning with “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,’’ at the Stoneham Theatre Friday through Dec. 23.

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 06:30PM

Saturday Special Spotlight: Andre De Shields

Today we are talking to an Emmy-winning stage star best known for his unforgettable turns as the Wizard of Oz himself in the original Broadway cast of THE WIZ, as well as his Emmy-winning pe…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:19PM

Merck Gets Good News From Vytorin Study

Merck gets good news from Vytorin study

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 06:18PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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STAGE TUBE: EVERY TONGUE CONFESS Plays Arena Stage's Kogod Cradle

Arena Stage's newest space, the Kogod Cradle, held its inaugural presentation, the world premiere of Marcus Gardley's exploration of hate crimes in the American South, every tongue confess, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:46PM

Woman, 3 Kids Found Dead In Violent Fla. Scene

Police find body of woman, 3 children in Fla. home

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 05:32PM

Time For Title Contenders To Shut Up And Drive

Tight title race not helping NASCAR's ratings

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 05:21PM

Merck Gets Good News From Vytorin Study

Merck gets good news from Vytorin study

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 05:19PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Oops: Air Force Sends Tanker Bid Details To Rivals

Air Force says it sent bid info to competitors

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 04:47PM

AP Source: Hornets, Raptors Agree To 5-Player Deal

AP source: Hornets, Raptors agree to 5-player deal

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 04:31PM

Feds: Oil Spill Claims Process Needs Transparency

Feds: Oil spill claims process needs transparency

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 04:18PM

Report: Feds Conducting Big Insider Trading Probe

Report: Feds conducting big insider trading probe

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 04:16PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Pakistani Family Seeks Pardon For Christian Woman

Pakistan leader may free condemned Christian woman

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:51PM

Broadway Review: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE

The Public Theater’s production of The Merchant of Venice is spectacular in every facet.  This is the same production that played the park last summer to “sold out” crowds. &nb…

SOURCE: The AndyGram at 03:50PM

Obama Says Understands Ire Over Airport Screenings

Obama says understands ire over airport screenings

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:39PM

Hours So Early, Holiday Shoppers Stay Up Late

The holiday retail season begins in earnest this week and so far, the sales data suggest many Americans are ready to shop again. It's good news for the economy, but it might have you shopp…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:33PM

Boil-Water Order For New Orleans 'Til 3 P.m. Sun.

Boil-water order for New Orleans 'til 3 p.m. Sun.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:32PM

No. 6 Wisconsin Paves Michigan 48-28

No. 6 Wisconsin starts strong, tops Michigan 48-28

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:19PM

Before UConn Streak: Washington U Won 81 Straight

Before UConn streak: Washington U won 81 straight

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:18PM

Tiger Woods PR Campaign Off To Shaky Start

Tiger Woods PR campaign off to shaky start

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:14PM

Jane Krakowski to Light Empire State Building for Lupus Foundation by Thomas Peter

Tony Award winner and "30 Rock" star Jane Krakowski will light the Empire State Building blue at 3:30 PM Nov. 22 in honor of The S.L.E. Lupus Foundation’s Life without Lupus 40…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:10PM

Yale LB Reising Wheeled Off After Helmet Hit

Yale LB Reising wheeled off after helmet hit

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:02PM

Highlights from the National Tour of 9 to 5: The Musical

In 1980 three secretaries were "just a step on the bossman's ladder" in the hit film "9 to 5." Violet, Doralee and Judy still hate their workplace, but they get to sing about it in the natio…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:00PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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As World Warms, Negotiators Give Talks Another Try

As world warms, negotiators give talks another try

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 02:57PM

An Affair to Remember by Francine Prose

An entertaining, touching memoir of Antonia Fraser’s life with Harold Pinter, which began in their 40s when they met and fell madly in love.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:33PM

Internet Commenters: This Is You

Online, there are two groups of people. Those who comment, and everybody else. For writer Kevin Collier, even the most rambling of online comments -- when assembled in aggregate -- contain …

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 02:33PM

Officers Swarm Rugged Utah Canyon, Hunting Shooter

Official: Utah state park police officer shot

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 02:23PM

Former Sen. Braun Enters Race For Chicago Mayor

Carol Moseley Braun made history when she was elected in 1992 as the first black woman in the U.S. Senate. She lost her re-election bid in 1998 and was later named ambassador to New Zealan…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 02:20PM

Army Court Halts Case In Afghan Civilian Killings

Soldier's father: Army was warned of murder plot

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 02:02PM

Former Sen. Braun Announces Run For Chicago Mayor

Former Sen. Braun announces run for Chicago mayor

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 02:01PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Obama Seeks Transition In Afghan Combat Mission

Obama welcomes Russia's help on missile defense

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:46PM

On The Road, Obama Eagerly Promotes Electric Cars

On the road, Obama eagerly promotes electric cars

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:36PM

The Son Also Rises: Should William Be King?

The Son Also Rises: Should William be king?

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:34PM

New York-New Jersey Subway Raises Hackles, Hopes

New York-New Jersey subway raises hackles, hopes

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:12PM

Crab Catch Reignites Trap Limits Debate In Calif.

Crab catch reignites trap limits debate in Calif.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:11PM

Clashes Break Out In Egypt Amid Election Tension

Clashes break out in Egypt amid election tension

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:02PM

A new take on Tarkington by Joel Brown, Globe Correspondent

Carl Forsman wanted to create an original Christmas show for his New York theater troupe, Keen Company, which specializes in “sincere plays.’’ He looked for four years for …

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 01:00PM

A star turn from new arrival at Boston Ballet by Karen Campbell, Globe Correspondent

In person, Lasha Khozashvili has the unpretentious air of the boy next door. Wearing blue jeans and sneakers, his black mop of curls still wet from a post-performance shower and his youthful…

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 01:00PM

Spector's in the Christmas spirit by James Reed, Globe Staff

For so many generations, she’s the voice of Christmas pop songs, the one that sang so sweetly about Frosty the Snowman and spying on her mommy kissing Santa Claus.

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 01:00PM

Critics' picks by James Reed and Sarah Rodman, Globe Staff

CELTIC YULETIDE Irish tenor and musical theater star Michael Londra — late of “Riverdance’’ — brings the sounds of his 2009 seasonal album, “Beyond the St…

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 01:00PM

Critic's picks by Karen Campbell, Globe Correspondent

URBANITY DANCE How about a provocative antidote for rampant holiday materialism? Urbanity Dance director-choreographer Betsi Graves Akerstein opens her dance-theater version of Annie Leonard…

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 01:00PM

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Critic's picks by Don Aucoin, Globe Staff

MRS. GRINCHLEY’S CHRISTMAS CAROL Ryan Landry and the Gold Dust Orphans promise this adaptation of Dickens’s tale, with an “old boozehound’’ who travels through …

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 01:00PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at noon (Broadway Time)
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TWITTER WATCH: Harvey Fierstein 'Did someone announce my imminent demise?'

BroadwayWorld.com presents Twitter Watch, which brings you only the best and most interesting reports straight from the mouths of Broadway stars, shows and more on the hot social networking …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:57PM

US Women Edge Italy 1-0 In World Cup Playoff

US women edge Italy 1-0 in World Cup playoff

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:56PM

Ex-Yankee Jim Leyritz Acquitted In Fatal DUI Crash

DUI manslaughter trial opens for ex-Yankee Leyritz

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:46PM

Pope: Condoms Can Be Justified In Some Cases

Pope: condoms can be justified in some cases

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:45PM

Hotels In Sales-Tax Free NH Target Shoppers

Hotels in sales-tax free NH target shoppers

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:38PM

Gates Warns Of Fallout If Russia Arms Treaty Fails

Gates warns of fallout if Russia arms treaty fails

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:22PM

Popes Says Condoms Can Be Used In Some Cases

Pope Benedict XVI made the comments in a new book. He said that for male prostitutes -- for whom contraception isn't a central issue -- condoms are not a moral solution. But he said cond…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:22PM

Obama: `We Are In Better Place Now' In Afghanistan

Obama: `We are in better place now' in Afghanistan

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:20PM

Photo Flash: BONNIE & CLYDE Opens at the Asolo Rep

Asolo Repertory Theatre's production of Bonnie amp Clyde opened on November 19. The opening night festivities included vintage cars on the patio courtesy of Vintage Motors of Sarasota.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:19PM

Critic's picks by Jeremy Eichler, Globe Staff

BOSTON EARLY MUSIC FESTIVAL For its third annual production of period chamber opera in Jordan Hall, BEMF offers Purcell’s much-loved “Dido and Aeneas.’’ The orchestra…

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 12:19PM

Corruption Charges Disturb Residents In Md. County

Corruption charges disturb residents in Md. county

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:18PM

Obama Says Allies Calling For US To OK Arms Pact

Obama says allies calling for US to OK arms pact

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:10PM

7 Jukebox Musicals 'In Theater Limbo'

A recent article from SoundSpike.com discusses seven jukebox musicals that are trapped in theatrical limbo. These shows at one point in time seemed full of Broadway potential, but since, hav…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:02PM

Bluff The Listener

Our panelists tell us three stories of unlikely inspiration for self-improvement, only one of which is true.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:00PM

Lightning Fill In The Blank

All the news we couldn't fit anywhere else.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:00PM

Opening Panel Round?

Our panelists answer questions about the week's news: a new disorder which the cast of our show may or may not be suffering from.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:00PM

Limericks

Carl reads three news-related limericks: a dramatic solution to the bedbug problem, escargot boom, and bad news for demons.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:00PM

Panel Round Two

More questions for the panel: Big Brother: The Video Game, more of a Blocktwister than a Blockbuster, and if Santa drove a Bentley.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:00PM

Prediction

Our panelists predict what will be the best gift at the big royal wedding.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:00PM

Who's Carl This Time?

Carl reads three quotes from the weeks news: revealing changes in airport security, freshmen orientation, and a royal proposal.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:00PM

From Las Vegas, Wayne Newton Plays Not My Job

We've invited the Las Vegas entertainer to play a game called "Hey, wait a minute ... you don't have a delicious fig filling!" Three questions about other Newtons.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:00PM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Kelli O'Hara triumphs in revival of 'Bells are Ringing'

In the Encores! revival of "Bells are Ringing," running through Sunday at City Center, O'Hara, makes her star turn as a switchboard girl Ella Peterson thoroughly effortless yet completely wi…

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 11:55AM

Health Group Urges Restricting Flavored Cigarettes

Tobacco industry lobbies for flavorful cigarettes

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 11:49AM

The King And I: Travels With Elvis' Stepbrother

The King and I: Travels with Elvis' stepbrother

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 11:40AM

Actress Injured During JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH

Due to an injured actor, the workshop production of the new musical, JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH was cancelled Thursday night at Goodspeed Musical's Norma Terris Theatre in Chester, Conn. acco…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:38AM

Special Saturday Post: A Seminar in LA! by Ken Davenport

I couldn't wait until Monday to get out this news, hence the Saturday post! (I can't believe I just used the word "hence") Due to pop demand, I've added a Get Your Show Off The Gro…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 11:00AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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NATO Says It Won't Abandon Afghanistan

NATO will start reducing troop levels in Afghanistan next year and hand over control of security to the Afghans in 2014 but will not abandon the country after that and let it slip back int…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:51AM

Taiwan Is Big Winner At Golden Horse Film Festival

Chinese films contend at Taiwanese awards event

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:45AM

Usual 8 Players Square Off At ATP Tour Finals

Usual 8 players square off at ATP tour finals

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:38AM

The Worst U.S. Naval Disaster You've Never Heard Of

It may not be in your history books. But it ended with scores of sunken ships, hundreds of missing soldiers and Revolutionary hero Paul Revere facing charges of cowardice and incompetence. W…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:17AM

Feature: All About Me

TheaterMania reviews new books by Ricky Martin, Lady Antonia Fraser, and Mike Birbiglia.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Broadway Beat Weekend Special: Angels in America, Joan Collins & The Scottsboro Boys!

The all new 21st Season of Broadway Beat is here This week catch up with Broadway Beat at Angels in America, Joan Collins amp The Scottsboro Boys.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:55AM

NATO Plans To Invite Russia To Join Missile Shield

NATO plans to invite Russia to join missile shield

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 09:44AM

STAGE TUBE: Vanessa Redgrave and James Earl Jones Visit 'The View'

Tony and Academy Award winning actress Vanessa Redgrave and two-time Tony winner James Earl Jones visited The View on Nov. 18 to talk about their work in the Broadway production of Alfred Uh…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:32AM

Verner Wins Cup Of Russia; Chan, Abbott Fall

Verner wins Cup of Russia; Chan, Abbott fall

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 09:27AM

A Free Man of Color by Theasy.com

Lincoln Center Theatre, Broadway By Alan J. Miller BOTTOM LINE: Part Restoration Comedy and part panoramic saga, A Free Man of Color doesn't seem to know what it wants to be. Is it…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 09:15AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Hartford Stage: Thinking Inside the Box

Whoever succeeds Michael Wilson as artistic director of Hartford Stage will face a challenge of critical mass. How do you program works that have any kind of newness, edge or dare for a larg…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 08:40AM

Open Thread 11/20-11/21

This week's "Wait, Wait...Don't Tell Me!" open thread is now open. All topics are on the table.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:40AM

It Shouldn't Happen To A Hero Dog

A dog named Target thwarted a suicide bomber in Afghanistan and saved the lives of American soldiers. One took her home for a life of love and pampering in Arizona. But a careless, thoughtle…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:24AM

Obama Tells GOP Not To Hold Up Russia Arms Treaty

Obama talks of need for compromise with GOP

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:20AM

Vanessa Redgrave and James Earl Jones Visit "The View" (Video) by Thomas Peter

Tony and Academy Award winner Vanessa Redgrave and two-time Tony winner James Earl Jones drove over to “The View” Nov. 18 to talk about their work in the Broadway production of A…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:08AM

Charm Gone, Town Kicks Out Free-Ranging Turkeys

Six years ago, a pair of wild turkeys walked into La Conner, Wash., and soon later, a full flock was living in the small town. The town fell in love, but lately, the novelty of having 20-pou…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:08AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Park Ranger Shot, Law Hunts Suspect In Utah Canyon

A Utah state park ranger was in critical condition after being shot three times, and authorities searched for his suspected attacker early Saturday around a rugged canyon west of Moab.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:53AM

"Elf" is a Sugarplum-Sweet Christmas Treat by Jan@broadwayandme

It probably won’t come as a surprise to you that a semi-professional grouch like me is not the target audience for Elf, the new musical version of the 2003 Will Ferrell movie about a man w…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 07:42AM

Short-a-Day: Frances Hwang's "Blue Roses" by Aaron Riccio

Originally published in The New Yorker, Nov. 1, 2010. Personal enjoyment rating (out of 100): 35.Here's your classic story of relationships, both with Lin Fanghui's family--three children,…

SOURCE: That Sounds Cool at 07:30AM

Youtube Weekend Fave: Sondheim B'Day Salute from London

Every weekend I'm going to post some of the youtube clips that I come across that I especially love -- those that give me goosebumps, touch my heart or make me laugh. On Wednesday at 9 p.m.&…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:10AM

BWW's On This Day - November 20, 2010

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on November 20 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:00AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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"Merchant" and "Devil Boys" Top Busy, Bruising Week by Rob Weinert-Kendt

The highs and lows were extreme this week on StageGrade. It began with a stark contrast: an A for the acclaimed Broadway transfer of last summer's Central Park hit, The Merchant of Venice st…

SOURCE: StageGrade at 06:25AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Moonlighting pays for B'way thesps

Legit News: TV, film perfs bring 'added value' to stage work -- TV and movie stars continue lining up en masse to make their Broadway debut.

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 05:00AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Edgewise by Stagegrade

Are critics getting a word in about "Edgewise"?

SOURCE: StageGrade at 04:56AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Brent Barrett, Kevin Chamberlin, Christine Pedi, Teri Ralston, Del Shores, et al. to Appear at Laurie Beechman Theater in December

The Laurie Beechman Theatre at the West Bank Cafe has announced its December offerings. Among the highlights: Jana Robins will present her solo show Gypsy in My Soul on Wednesday, December …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:44AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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No. 3 Boise State Rolls Past Fresno State 51-0

No. 3 Boise State rolls past Fresno State 51-0

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 02:13AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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New Guide Helps Birders Play The Match Game

Join the hunt as Weekend Edition Saturday's Scott Simon goes birding with Don and Lillian Stokes, who have just published their latest bird guide, The Stokes Field Guide to the Birds of Nort…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:41AM

Wesley Snipes headed to prison for tax evasion

Snipes was ordered to start serving a three-year prison sentence for failing to file income tax returns by a federal judge who rejected the Hollywood star's bid for a new trial.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Rachel Zoe is pregnant with a boy

After months of frustration over not being able to conceive, Rachel became pregnant with their first child. "She's having a boy,"

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Rupert Grint: kissing Emma Watson was just okay

Rupert Grint does not count himself among the massive number of males who probably want to smooch Emma Watson.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson celebrate their engagement

About 40 to 50 people, including a few NFL players, gathered at the California home of Simpson's parents, Joe and Tina.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

FBI investigating powder scare at Dancing With the Stars

Investigators said an initial screening determined the substance wasn't hazardous.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Susan Sarandon, Sigourney Weaver and Jane Fonda strip off for steamy magazine shoot

The trio posed in a variety of sultry poses for V Magazine's upcoming Who Cares About Age issue.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Mel Gibson: Oksana doctored pictures of injured baby

He has accused his ex of doctoring a photo of their baby daughter to back up false claims he injured her.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Country singer Eddie Montgomery has prostate cancer

An e-mailed statement from the Kentucky native says he will undergo surgery to remove a cancerous tumor in December.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Tony Parker forgot to click log on his computer and his affair became known

Eva Longoria's marriage to basketball star Tony Parker ended when he forgot to click the "log off" button. Parker reportedly kept a secret file on his computer that had information about Eri…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

British actor Daniel Day Lewis to star as Abraham Lincoln for Steven Spielberg

Two time Academy Award winner Daniel Day-Lewis will star as the 16th President of the United States in DreamWorks Studios’ Lincoln to be directed by Steven Spielberg.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Dancing with the Stars producer responds to Bristol Palin voting controversy

The million dollar question among Dancing with the Stars fans these days? How did Bristol Palin make it into the season 11 finals? "She deserves it," says executive producer Conrad Green. "A…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Linday Lohan no longer starring in Linda Lovelance biopic Inferno

Despite previous assurances that the production was ready and waiting for Lindsay Lohan, Inferno director Matthew Wilder now says that his Linda Lovelace biopic is moving on without the trou…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Composer Stephen Schwartz is hot on B'way: Wicked grossed $1.5 million last week after 7 years

Stephen Schwartz's popular and tuneful 1972 musical Pippin is headed back to Broadway. It originally starred Ben Vereen, Jill Clayburgh and John Rubinstein. A Broadway revival of his hit God…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Murdered publicist Ronni Chasen thought she was being followed

The well-liked industry veteran told a friend she believed she was being followed shortly after the 2010 Oscars. Former NYPD and LAPD chief William J. Bratton said: "This is a real Hollywo…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Liza Minnelli Plays 'One Night Only' Concert at St. George Theatre, 11/20

Liza Minnelli will perform 'Liza Minnelli In Concert' for one night only on November 20, at the St. George Theatre in Staten Island, the singer has announced on her official website.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM

White Powder Sent To `Dancing With The Stars'

FBI: Threatening letter with powder found at CBS

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:27AM

Michelle Obama And Friends See 'Fela!' On Broadway

Michelle Obama and friends see 'Fela!' on Broadway

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:24AM

Painting The Future: Rockman Blends Reality, Fantasy

Alexis Rockman's art blends the real and fanciful, and the genuine and the synthetic in large, vibrant works. Rockman takes his inspiration from nature and paints the world not only as it is…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:03AM

The next sculpture to grace Greenway is work of local artist by Meghan E. Irons, Globe Staff

For nearly 18 months, “Botanica’’ stood its ground on the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway — a spiry 35-foot-tall stainless steel sculpture with leaves rising to the …

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 12:00AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards