Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Neil Diamond, Darlene Love, et al. Among Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees

Broadway veteran Darlene Love and music icons Alice Cooper, Neil Diamond, Dr. John, and Tom Waits will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame according to The New York Times. The ce…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:12PM

Dukes to turn Niagara into Hazzard County

John Schneider and Tom Wopat, the stars of the original "Dukes of Hazzard" TV show, will be at Niagara Fallsview Casino in January.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 11:01PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Review Roundup: DONNY & MARIE- A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS

Donny amp Marie - A Broadway Christmas, a new holiday production starring America's favorite sibling entertainers, has extended for two performances, now ending on January 2, 2010. The produ…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:56PM

Pass the Blutwurst, Bitte by Stagegrade

Are critics wanting to "Pass the Blutwurst, Bitte"?

SOURCE: StageGrade at 10:48PM

Closing Night: “The Scottsboro Boys” by Kevin Daly

When I find myself really taken with a particular show, I make it a point to try to return to see it at its closing performance. The closing  is filled similar fans (as well as family and…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 10:27PM

Feature: 50 Last-Minute Gifts

TM chooses the season's must-have DVDs, CDs, books, audio books and theater-related merchandise.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Jane Lynch to Lend Voice to THE SIMPSONS

According to EW.com, GLEE favorite and Emmy Award winner Jane Lynch will lend her voice to an episode of THE SIMPSONS early next season. Lynch's character is 'Roz,' Homer's assistant at the…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:24PM

Michael Cristofer, Linda Emond, Steven Pasquale, Stephen Spinella, et al. Set for The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism With a Key to the Scriptures

Initial casting has been announced for the New York premiere of Tony Kushner's The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism With a Key to the Scriptures, which wi…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:23PM

Michael Cristofer, Linda Emond, Steven Pasquale, Stephen Spinella, et al. Set for The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism With a Key to the Scriptures

Initial casting has been announced for the New York premiere of Tony Kushner's The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide to Capitalism and Socialism With a Key to the Scriptures, which wi…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:23PM

WOMEN ON THE VERGE, FREE MAN OF COLOR Will Not Extend Runs

BroadwayWorld has confirmed that Lincoln Center Theater's productions of WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN and A FREE MAN OF COLOR will not extend their limited engagement runs. WOME…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:13PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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TURN OF THE CENTURY by Jessica Branch

A Free Man of Color takes a sweeping stroke at some big changes as the 18th century moved into the 19th, without mastering the little changes that happened to the people involved.

SOURCE: Theater News Online at 08:00PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Hammerstein History in Photos by Erik Piepenburg

Oscar Andrew Hammerstein talks about his new biography of the Hammerstein family.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:48PM

ArtsBeat: Hammerstein History in Photos by Erik Piepenburg

Oscar Andrew Hammerstein talks about his new biography of the Hammerstein family.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:48PM

Patti LuPone is “Hello Dolly!” by Bob [cta]

Well … not quite yet. An article in The New York Times‘ Arts Beat blog announces that talks are under way for the two-time Tony winning diva (and a favorite performer of mine) to…

SOURCE: Chicago Theatre Addict at 07:29PM

A Flea in Her Ear - review by Michael Billington

Old Vic, LondonBack in 1966 Feydeau's masterpiece erupted on to this very stage in a production by Jacques Charon that ushered in a major re-evaluation of farce. At a time when the genre is …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:26PM

Pasquale, Esper, Spinella, et al. Set for Kushner's HOMOSEXUAL'S GUIDE

The Public Theater Artistic Director Oskar Eustis Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson and Signature Theatre Company Founding Artistic Director James Houghton Executive Director Erika Mall…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:25PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Photo Flash: Signature Theatre's SUNSET BLVD.

Signature Theatre presents the legendary Hollywood musical Sunset Boulevard running through February 13, 2011. Headlining the production is Broadway's Florence Lacey Evita Hello Dolly Signat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:52PM

Video Exclusive! A Private Women on the Verge Concert with Songwriter David Yazbek by Broadway.com Staff

Without a doubt, David Yazbek is one of the most exciting Broadway songwriters to emerge over the past decade. A former rocker, he turned a group of working class losers into believable musi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:43PM

ArtsBeat: Casting Announced for Kushner Play by Erik Piepenburg

Michael Cristofer, Linda Emond, Michael Esper and Stephen Spinella will reprise their roles from the production at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:38PM

Casting Announced for Kushner Play by Erik Piepenburg

Michael Cristofer, Linda Emond, Michael Esper and Stephen Spinella will reprise their roles from the production at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:37PM

Could Katie Holmes Head Back to Broadway in Extremities? by Broadway.com Staff

Could Katie Holmes have her eyes set an another dramatic turn on Broadway? The actress is considering starring in a Broadway production of William Mastrosimone's psychological drama, Ext…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:19PM

Hello, Patti? LuPone Rumored for Broadway Revival of Hello, Dolly! by Broadway.com Staff

Will Patti LuPone’s next Broadway outing be the title role in Jerry Herman’s beloved musical Hello, Dolly!? The New York Times reports that Nederlander Productions is developing …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:14PM

STAGE TUBE: Matthew Morrison Gives Tour Details!

GLEE star and Broadway leading man Matthew Morrrison recently chatted with Extra about the details of his upcoming world tour. Click below to check out the video.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:04PM

West End hits bomb on Broadway by Mark Brown

Elling, La Bête and A Life in Theatre are three of the big casualties on the New York theatre circuitNew York's theatre district appears to be going through something of a crisis, with…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:00PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Prometheus Bound Workshop by Vanessakoo

Yesterday afternoon the A.R.T. staff, institute students, and board members were treated to a fabulous and exciting workshop presentation of the upcoming Prometheus Bound to open late Fe…

SOURCE: American Repertory Theater at 05:52PM

Prometheus Bound Workshop by Vanessakoo

Yesterday afternoon the A.R.T. staff, institute students, and board members were treated to a fabulous and exciting workshop presentation of the upcoming Prometheus Bound to open late Fe…

SOURCE: americanrepertorytheater.org at 05:52PM

Faeries – review by Sanjoy Roy

Linbury Studio, LondonFirst shown as a studio performance in summer 2008, William Tuckett's Faeries has been revised as a Christmas children's show for the stage, with some key changes: it's…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:31PM

Rock Hall Announces New Inductees by Ben Sisario

Neil Diamond, Alice Cooper, Tom Waits, Dr. John and Darlene Love are the latest to get in.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:29PM

STAGE TUBE: Darren Criss WIshes Fans 'A Merry Little Christmas'

Interested in a bit of Christmas cheer from GLEE star Darren Criss Click below to hear his rendition of Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas that he performed while visiting the American …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

Critic's Notebook: It’s Date Night, and the Audience Is Watching by Neil Genzlinger

Two dating-themed shows, “Miss Abigail’s Guide to Dating, Mating and Marriage” and “Blind Date,” require participation by the willing and almost-willing.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:13PM

Bianca Marroquin Returns to Chicago as Roxie Hart by Broadway.com Staff

Bianca Marroquin will return to the role of Roxie Hart in Chicago for a limited holiday run. Marroquin will begin performances on December 20 and stay with the production through Januray 9, …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:08PM

'Cats' by Theo Ubique in the No Exit Café is inventive, intimate and home-grown by Chris Jones

"Cats" ★★★ Now extended through Feb. 20 by Theo Ubique in the No Exit Café, 6970 N. Glenwood Ave.; $30-$35 at 773-347-1109 or www.theoubique.org You might not be able to swing a cat i…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 05:04PM

Horse Trade Theater Group to Present THE FIRE THIS TIME FESTIVAL Jan 17-30

HORSE TRADE THEATER GROUP PRESENTS  THE FIRE THIS TIME FESTIVAL    JANUARY 17-30 @ THE RED ROOM   SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ANNOUNCED! TICKETS NOW ON SALE!  …

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 05:03PM

Flyboy's shadow puppetry by Maddy Costa

Matthew Robins used to perform as a transvestite monkey. Then he switched to shadow puppetry – and suddenly his career took off. Maddy Costa enters his worldIn the league of popular art f…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:00PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Donny and Marie enjoy 'A Broadway Christmas'

You want Donny and Marie? You get Donny and Marie, lots and lots of hardworking Donny and Marie - singing, dancing, huffing, puffing, changing flashy costumes, flashing shiny teeth and revvi…

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 04:59PM

Charles Busch Shares His Heavenly Holiday Tale, Times Square Angel by Bruce Glikas

During his night off from his wild off-Broadway comedy, The Divine Sister, drag master Charles Busch stepped into a different set of heels for the 12th annual staged reading of his holiday c…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:54PM

Howard Sherman to Step Down from ATW Post in 2011

Howard Sherman, Executive Director of the American Theatre Wing since 2003, today informed the organization that he will not renew his employment agreement beyond its current term, ending on…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:52PM

Howard Sherman to Step Down as Executive Director of The American Theatre Wing June 2011

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR HOWARD SHERMAN ANNOUNCES HE WILL DEPART FROM AMERICAN THEATRE WING AT CONCLUSION OF CURRENT CONTRACT IN JUNE 2011 EIGHT-YEAR TENURE MARKED BY EXPANSION AND ENHANCEMENT O…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 04:50PM

Katie Holmes Back to Broadway in EXTREMITIES?

The New York Times is reporting that Katie Holmes may have her sights set on a Broadway return in the near future with William Mastrosimone's Extremities. Holmes has reportedly been tapped t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:49PM

Glee's Darren Criss Wishes Fans 'A Merry Little Christmas' by Broadway.com Staff

After tackling "Baby, It's Cold Outside" with Chris Colfer on the holiday episode of Glee, rising star Darren Criss has another Christmas carol up his sleeve. Criss swung by th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:45PM

Theater Review | 'With Aaron’s Arms Around Me' and 'The Mire': The Borders That Love Crosses by Andy Webster

Two one-act plays by Sophia Romma at the Cherry Lane Theater examine relationships that span cultures.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:44PM

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe – review by Lyn Gardner

Brewhouse, TauntonIt's a great pity that the Somerset County councillors who voted to cut arts funding by 100% weren't at the Brewhouse with me to see a full house of schoolchildren enjoy th…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:44PM

Gelb on Zeffirelli, the New 'La Traviata' and More at the Met by Daniel J. Wakin

That Mr. Gelb even made such comments is a sign of the sensitivity the Met feels about retiring productions with a strong following.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:43PM

Who Is the 2010 Broadway.com Star of the Year? Vote Now! by Broadway.com Staff

Broadway is always full of talent, but some stars really make us sit up and take notice. It’s hard to choose a favorite—and that’s where you come in: It’s time to vot…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:41PM

Bianca Marroquin Returns to Broadway as Roxie Hart in CHICAGO

  "The name on everybody's lips is gonna be..."   BIANCA MARROQUIN, LATINA STAR OF UNIVISION'S HIT CELEBRITY DANCE COMPETITION "MIRA QUIEN BAILA," RETURNS TO BROADWAY AS ROX…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 04:38PM

Greenfield to new post

Legit News: MTC promotes exec to artistic producer -- Mandy Greenfield's recent promotion to the newly created position of artistic producer at Manhattan Theater Club reps an extension and e…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 04:35PM

Patti to Play 'Dolly' in HELLO, DOLLY! Revival?

In a feature out in the Washington Post today, musical legend Jerry Herman reveals that a Broadway revival of his classic, Hello, Dolly is on the way. According to the report, A revival of …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:34PM

Howard Sherman, Executive Director of American Theater Wing, to Step Down by Patrick Healy

Howard Sherman, the executive director of the American Theater Wing, which co-presents the Tony Awards, announced on Tuesday that he would step down on June 30.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:32PM

ArtsBeat: Howard Sherman, Executive Director of American Theater Wing, to Step Down by Patrick Healy

Howard Sherman, the executive director of the American Theater Wing, which co-presents the Tony Awards, announced on Tuesday that he would step down on June 30.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:32PM

Jack and the Beanstalk – review by Mark Fisher

King's, EdinburghTo see what's good about this show, consider the scene where the baddie recruits four soldiers, gives each a stick and puts them through their military paces. The more incom…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:29PM

About New York: Rock Fame: Won, Lost and Re-enacted by Paul Vitello

As he climbs back up, Dee Snider, who led Twisted Sister, is in a Broadway show playing an aging rock impresario.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:28PM

Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds Are Ending Their Marriage

2010 Tony Award winner Scarlett Johansson and her husband, film actor Ryan Reynolds, have separated after two years of marriage, according to published reports. "After long and careful…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:23PM

ArtsBeat: Could 'Extremities' Bring Katie Holmes Back to Broadway? by Patrick Healy

Katie Holmes is eyed for "Extremities" on Broadway.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:18PM

0216: Weight-y at Eighty: Sondheim Thoughts (2/3) by MusicalTalk

Thos presents the second of a three part miniseries celebrating the life of Stephen Sondheim in celebration of his eightieth birthday. This week, Thos and Dom discuss the themes of Into the…

SOURCE: musicaltalk.co.uk at 04:18PM

Honolulu Symphony Shuts Down by Daniel J. Wakin

A United States Bankruptcy judge approved the orchestra's liquidation.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:11PM

Bianca Marroquin Returns to CHICAGO as 'Roxie,' 12/20

On Monday, December 20, 2010, the Broadway company of the international musical smash CHICAGO is pleased to welcome back Bianca Marroquin to the starring role of merry murderess Roxie Hart, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:09PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Donny & Marie - A Broadway Christmas Adds January 2 Performance to Run at Marquis Theatre

Donny and Marie Osmond have added a performance to their Broadway show, Donny & Marie - A Broadway Christmas. They will now play one final performance on January 2 at 3pm at Marriott Ma…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:59PM

Bianca Marroquin to Rejoin Broadway's Chicago as Roxie Hart

Bianca Marroquin will rejoin the Broadway company of Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre on Monday, December 20, playing Roxie Hart. Marroquin first portrayed the role in the Mexico City pr…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:56PM

Rosario Dawson, Angie Harmon, JoBeth Williams to Announce SAG Nominations

Stage and screen star Rosario Dawson and actress/model Angie Harmon will announce the nominations for the 17th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywoo…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:46PM

Could 'Extremities' Bring Katie Holmes Back to Broadway? by Patrick Healy

Katie Holmes is eyed for "Extremities" on Broadway.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:45PM

Precious Director Lee Daniels to Bring Anna in the Tropics to the Big Screen by Broadway.com Staff

Lee Daniels, the Academy Award-nominated director of Precious, has signed on to direct a film adaptation of Nilo Cruz’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Anna in the Tropics, according to Th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:35PM

Hello, Patti: What's Next for La LuPone? by Patrick Healy

Word on the Rialto is that she's considering the title role in a revival of "Hello, Dolly!"

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:27PM

ArtsBeat: Hello, Patti: What's Next for La LuPone? by Patrick Healy

Word on the Rialto is that she's considering the title role in a revival of "Hello, Dolly!"

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:27PM

New York City in love with our Blind Date

Rebecca Northan bequiles the Big Apple with her improv comedy

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 03:22PM

New York City in love with our Blind Date

Rebecca Northan bequiles the Big Apple with her improv comedy

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 03:22PM

Wicked's Mandy Gonzalez and Heights' Christopher Jackson Welcome 'Santa Claus' to Bryant Park by Broadway.com Staff

Broadway.com knows you're busy holiday shopping for friends and family so we're making sure you receive some gifts of your own in the form of holiday videos starring Broadway's b…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:18PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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"The Simpsons" Go Wicked (Video) by Thomas Peter

In a short but memorable nod to the hit Broadway musical Wicked, the Fox series “The Simpsons” recently took its characters Homer and Moe the bartender on stage with Glinda and t…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:47PM

Playbill Video Cue & A: Joanna Lumley

Joanna Lumley plays The Princess in Broadway's La Bete — and maybe even in real life! She opens up to Playbill about her turn as a Bond girl, a duel in a catsuit, her high time as cocktail…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:33PM

Wendi Bergamini Takes on the Role of Miss Olsen in Promises, Promises by Broadway.com Staff

Consolidated Life Insurance is welcoming a new employee. Wendi Bergamini will join the cast of Promises, Promises as Miss Olsen on December 14 at the Broadway Theatre. Bergamini has previ…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:17PM

Juan Williams Signs Two-Book Deal With Crown by Dave Itzkoff

The first book from Mr. Williams, who was recently dismissed from his contract at NPR, will "focus on free speech and the growing difficulty in America of speaking out on sensitive topics," …

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:17PM

Sherman to depart American Theater Wing

Legit News: Exec director leaving nonprofit org which co-produces Tonys -- Howard Sherman, exec director of the American Theater Wing, will depart his post when his contract is up at the end…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 02:14PM

Theatre Folks Nominated for 2011 Golden Globes Includes Falco, Kidman, Noth and Spacey

THEATRE STARS NOMINATED FOR 2011 GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS  EDIE FALCO, NICOLE KIDMAN, LAURA LINNEY, CHRIS NOTH AND KEVIN SPACEY ALL NOMINATED FOR PERFORMANCES Nominations for the 68th An…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 02:14PM

Legit ad exec Josephson dies

Legit News: Handled the campaigns for more than 500 B'way and Off B'way shows -- Donald H. Josephson, a prominent theatrical advertising executive, died Dec. 8 in Manhattan. He was 82.

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 02:09PM

Fred Ebb Foundation Donates $1,000,000 to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

THE FRED EBB FOUNDATION DONATES $1,000,000 MILLION TO BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS IN 2010 LARGEST SINGLE DONATION IN BC/EFA HISTORY The Fred Ebb Foundation (Mitchell Bernard, Trus…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 02:06PM

AMERICAN IDIOT Welcomes Jeanna de Wall as 'Heather' Tonight, 12/14

Jeanna de Waal begins performances in the acclaimed musical AMERICAN IDIOT tonight, Tuesday, December 14, 2010 as Heather. Mary Faber soon to appear as Smitty in the revival of HOW TO SUCCEE…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:05PM

Jeanna de Waal Joins the Cast of American Idiot on Broadway by Broadway.com Staff

Jeanna de Waal will take over the role of Heather in American Idiot on December 14 at the St. James Theatre. Mary Faber, who originated the role, played her final performance on December 12 …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:04PM

The Nutcracker Chronicles: Booker T Meets Tchaikovsky by Alastair Macaulay

This version of "The Nutcracker" takes place on Beale Street and mixes Booker T and Tchaikovsky.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:00PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Howard Sherman to Step Down as American Theatre Wing Executive Director

Howard Sherman, executive director of the American Theatre Wing, has announced that he will not renew his employment agreement with the organization beyond its current term, which ends on Ju…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:57PM

Fred Ebb Foundation Donates 1M to BC/EFA

The Fred Ebb Foundation Mitchell Bernard, Trustee has announced that its 2010 donation to Broadway CaresEquity Fights AIDS will total 1 million dollars, marking the largest single donation i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:54PM

The shape of obsession by Cate McQuaid, Globe Correspondent

Obsessiveness has been a vital trend in contemporary art for some time. Surely that says something about society. Perhaps immersing oneself in an intense, repetitive task is meditative for a…

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 01:53PM

Music, theater, seasonal antidote by Don Aucoin, Globe Staff

In a couple of weeks, the half-salutation, half-exhortation “Happy New Year!’’ will fill the air, complete with that pushy, brooking-no-resistance exclamation point.

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 01:52PM

Portman, Kidman, Franco et al. React to Golden Globe Nominations

The 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards will air LIVE coast-to-coast on Sunday, January 16, 2011 on NBC from 500-800 p.m. PST 800-1100 p.m. EST from the Beverly Hilton Hotel with host Ricky Gerv…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:47PM

Songs by Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, Stephen Sondheim, Kurt Weill et al. Featured in Road Trip

The New York Festival of Song (NYFOS) and Julliard will present Road Trip: An American Travelogue in Song, at Alice Tully Hall on Wednesday, January 12 at 8pm. The program is an American t…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:42PM

2010 Ovation Nominee Profile: Brendan Hunt by Admin

Brendan Hunt is a 2009/2010 Ovation Nominee in the Lead Actor in a Musical category for his work on Savin' Up for Saturday Night with Sacred Fools Theatre Company. - LA Stage asked him some …

SOURCE: LA STAGE Times at 01:24PM

2010 Ovation Nominee Profile: T L Kolman by La Stage Alliance

T L Kolman is a 2009/2010 Ovation Nominee in the Best Production of a Musical - Intimate Theatre category for his work on Sweeney Todd with The Production Company. LA Stage asked him some qu…

SOURCE: LA STAGE Times at 01:24PM

2010 Ovation Nominee Profile: Ameenah Kaplan by La Stage Alliance

Ameenah Kaplan is a 2009/2010 Ovation Nominee in the Choreography category for her work on The Women of Brewster Place the Musical with Celebration Theatre and The Ballad of Emmett Till at T…

SOURCE: LA STAGE Times at 01:24PM

MAMMA MIA!'s Lisa Brescia Set For Imus 12/16

Broadway belter Lisa Brescia, who stars as Donna Sheridan in Benny Andersson and Bjrn Ulvaeus smash hit musical MAMMA MIA, will perform live and chat with radio icon and television host Don …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:23PM

What Was the Best Theatrical Show in the Region in 2010?

Now that Long Wharf Theatre opened "Shirley Valentine" starring Judith Ivey, the last major production of 2010 has now faced its opening night audience. So what are the best shows of the yea…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 01:21PM

Actress Thora Birch fired from 'Dracula' play over father’s alleged threats: report

Actress Thora Birch, best known for her roles in the movies “American Beauty” and “Ghost World,” has been fired from an upcoming stage revival of “Dracula,” the New York Times re…

SOURCE: The New York Post Subscription at 01:20PM

Le Centaure et l'animal, Théâtre National de Chaillot, Paris

Bartabas' ascetic, uncompromising production plays extraordinary tricks on the eyes and imagination in this rigorous, mysterious piece on the shadowy division between animal, man and divinit…

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:19PM

The Animals And Children Took To The Streets, BAC, London

Ian Shuttleworth enjoys deliriously dark, vampish drama that makes for the perfect alternative Christmas show

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:18PM

Love Trumps All: On the way to big BIG LOVE: Part 2 by Kim

April 29, 2010 12:40pm As I disembark US Airways flight 683, bright blinding white sunlight hits my face straight on, unexpectedly hot dry desert air envelops me seeming to suck every ounce …

SOURCE: www.kimweild.com at 01:17PM

Photo Coverage: Gavin Creel Live in Toronto

Gavin Creel performed a special concert in Toronto on Sunday November 28th, 2010. The concert at Factory Theatre showcased music from his brand new EP Quiet as well as songs from his first …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:15PM

BWW TV Special: Sirdeaner Walker at USA & The Moth Storytelling Event

Tony award winner Kristin Chenoweth hosted in A More Perfect UnionStories of Prejudice and Power December 6 at the New York Public Library. The Promises, Promises star joined Mos Def, Simon …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:06PM

BWW TV Special: Mos Def at USA & The Moth Storytelling Event

Tony award winner Kristin Chenoweth hosted in A More Perfect UnionStories of Prejudice and Power December 6 at the New York Public Library. The Promises, Promises star joined Mos Def, Simon …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:06PM

BWW TV Special: Kristin Chenoweth Hosts USA & The Moth Storytelling Event

Tony award winner Kristin Chenoweth hosted in A More Perfect UnionStories of Prejudice and Power December 6 at the New York Public Library. The Promises, Promises star joined Mos Def, Simon …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:05PM

Photo Coverage: Visionary Media For Blind Composers Opens Its Doors

Last night, December 8, Doug Maxwell and wife Liz Caplan, one of Broadway's most in-demand vocal coaches, hosted the official opening of Maxwell's Not for profit company, Visionary Media. Ma…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:03PM

2010 Ovation Nominee Profile: Gregory G. Giles by La Stage Alliance

Gregory G. Giles is a 2009/2010 Ovation Nominee in the Acting Ensemble category for his work on Opus with Fountain Theatre. - LA Stage asked him some questions about his work in Los Angeles …

SOURCE: LA STAGE Times at 01:02PM

Wendi Bergamini Joins PROMISES, PROMISES 12/14

The musical comedy Promises, Promises welcomes Wendi Bergamini as Broadway's new Miss Olsen beginning Tuesday, December 14th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:02PM

Ebb Foundation Donates $1 Million to Broadway Cares by Erik Piepenburg

The gift of $1 million is the largest donation in the organization's history.

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

ArtsBeat: Ebb Foundation Donates $1 Million to Broadway Cares by Erik Piepenburg

The gift of $1 million is the largest donation in the organization's history.

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

STAGE TUBE: Stunt Goes Awry for Jackman on Oprah

High Jackman suffered an injury while shooting a segment for the Oprah Winfrey Show in Australia earlier today. Jackman was performing a stunt that involved making an entrance on a zip cable…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00PM

STAGE TUBE: Stunt Goes Awry for Jackman on Oprah

High Jackman suffered an injury while shooting a segment for the Oprah Winfrey Show in Australia earlier today. Jackman was performing a stunt that involved making an entrance on a zip cable…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at noon (Broadway Time)
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A Jolly Holiday With Andrew Kober by Linda

Andrew Kober's Sunday night Feinstein's concert entitled "The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year" was the musical equivalent of drinking a glass of eggnog (if you don't like eggnog, mentally re…

SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 12:53PM

Spider-Man Co-Author Glen Berger on Weaving the Web of Turn Off the Dark by Glen Berger

About the Author: Playwright Glen Berger has been a strong presence in New York’s downtown theater scene thanks to plays like Underneath the Lintel, The Wooden Breeks and Max and Ruby…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:41PM

R. Buckminster Fuller at the American Repertory Theater by Amreptheatre

R. Buckminster Fuller at the American Repertory Theater R. Buckminster Fuller: THE HISTORY (and Mystery) of the Universe. Written and directed by D.W. Jacobs. From the life, work, and writi…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:37PM

Judith Ivey Really Cooking at Long Wharf Theatre's "Shirley Valentine"

Hear the sizzle? Smell the aroma? Feeling hungry? There's no denying that Judith Ivey is really cooking on stage in the solo show, "Shirley Valentine" now playing through Jan. 2  at Lon…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:35PM

The Alfred Fagon awards: the best of black British playwriting? | Winsome Pinnock

Black British playwrights are more visible in the mainstream than ever. But these awards celebrate work that would otherwise pass unnoticedIn 1986, the body of a 49-year-old black man was di…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:32PM

1935 Pricing at the Frick for a Day: No Charge by Randy Kennedy

One way to celebrate a 75th anniversary.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:16PM

Thora Birch Fired from Off-Broadway's Dracula; Emily Bridges to Play Lucy by Broadway.com Staff

Thora Birch has been fired from the off-Broadway revival of Bram Stoker's Dracula. A press release issued on December 14 said that the American Beauty and Ghost World actress "has b…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:13PM

David Hasselhoff and Michael McIntyre join Britain's Got Talent judges by Tara Conlan

Actor and comedian to feature in next year's series of ITV1 show alongside Simon Cowell and Amanda HoldenActor David Hasselhoff and comedian Michael McIntyre and are joining the judging pane…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:09PM

Just in Time for the Holidays: Cage Against the Machine by Ben Sisario

The goal of Cage Against the Machine is to send an unlikely song to the top of the British pop chart at Christmas.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:06PM

Evening Primrose by Brad Hathaway

Not every Stephen Sondheim musical was written for the stage. One was written for television. Now, at long last, a kinescope has surfaced, showing the entire original one-hour program with f…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:05PM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Jerry Seinfeld, Colin Quinn & More to Headline Benefit for Family of Comedian Greg Giraldo by Broadway.com Staff

Colin Quinn and his Long Story Short director Jerry Seinfeld are among the stars set for a one-night-only “Big Time Comedy Show” to benefit the family of the late comedian Greg G…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:58AM

Photo Flash: Royal Shakespeare Company's MATILDA Production Shots

Production shots for the new musical adaption of MATILDA, A Musical, running at the Courtyard Theatre at Stratford-upon-Avon, have been released

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Bruce Horak to Star in This Is Cancer December 19

Bruce Horak will star in This is Cancer, co-written with his director, Rebecca Northan, for a free-of-charge performance at Ars Nova, on Sunday, December 19 at 10pm. In the piece, a deluded…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:54AM

Jemma Redgrave, Aunt Vanessa Talk The Great Game: Afghanistan (Video) by Thomas Peter

The Great Game: Afghanistan, an epic series of plays on Afghani history, which the Public Theater is currently presenting Off-Broadway after a run at London’s Tricycle Theatre, feature…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:44AM

The Uncanny Ouch-Man: Hugh Jackman Hurt Taping 'Oprah' Stunt by Dave Itzkoff

At the end of a speedy trip in a wire harness device Mr. Jackman collided with a lighting rig and injured his eye.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:40AM

Manhattan Theatre Club's THE WHIPPING MAN Goes Into Rehearsal Today, Dec 14

MANHATTAN THEATRE CLUB’S NEW YORK PREMIERE OF THE WHIPPING MAN BEGINS REHEARSALS TODAY  NEW PLAY STARRING ANDRE BRAUGHER, ANDRE HOLLAND, & JAY WILKISON TO START PREVIEWS THURS…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 11:37AM

GYPSY OF THE YEAR 2010 Moment of Silence by Bcefatv

GYPSY OF THE YEAR 2010 Moment of Silence Stage and screen star Judith Light, an activist from the earliest days of the AIDS epidemic who's currently featured in the stellar company of t…

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:19AM

NYC Students Discover Swan Lake by New York City Center

NYC Students Discover Swan Lake Over 400 public school students were brought to New York City Center to view Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake. Several participating students shared their resp…

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:16AM

National Theatre's FELA! at Cinemas Throughout U.S. in January

On January 13th, National Theatre Live will broadcast a live performance of the award-winning production FELA! Starring original Broadway star Sahr Ngaujah Directed & Choreographed by To…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 11:13AM

Rabe, Rauch, Kimbrough win Equity acting prizes

Legit News: Trio of performers honors for classical work -- A trio of performers currently in the Broadway revival of "The Merchant of Venice" have picked up thesping awards from Actors' Equ…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 11:08AM

Hugh Jackman Injured in Aerial Stunt Welcoming Oprah to Australia by Broadway.com Staff

Tony-winning star Hugh Jackman suffered an injury on December 14 during an aerial stunt over the Sydney Opera House designed to welcome Oprah Winfrey to Australia, according to Reuters. Jack…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:05AM

Mary Lynn Rajskub Turns Back the Clock on '24' by Dave Itzkoff

Ms. Rajskub, who played the dour and dry-witted CTU computer expert Chloe O'Brian, talks about her time on "24" and the show's final seasons.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:00AM

Broadway audience demographics for 2009-10 released! by Ken Davenport

It's that time to year! Time to looking into the Broadway stocking and see what Santa stuffed it with. Every year, The Broadway League studies the demographics of the Broadway theatergoer. A…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 11:00AM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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National Theatre Live to Broadcast FELA! Around the World

National Theatre Live continues its season with the award-winning Broadway and London production of FELA starring Sahr Ngaujah 2010 Tony Award nominee for Best Actor Obie Award directed amp …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:57AM

Emily Bridges Replaces Thora Birch in Off-Broadway's Dracula

Emily Bridges has replaced Thora Birch as Lucy Seward in the Off-Broadway revival of of Hamilton Deane and John L. Balderston's classic adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula. Preview…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:52AM

On the London Stage: Derek Jacobi's Close-Up 'King Lear' by Matt Wolf

Michael Grandage directs the grand tragedy in the intimate space of the Donmar while, at the National Theater, Alan Ayckbourn registers the holiday season as only he can do.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:50AM

ArtsBeat: Recouping the Cost of 'Spider-Man' by Dave Itzkoff

Economix crunches the numbers to show why "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark" will need to run for four years before it turns a profit.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:45AM

Thora Birch Released from DRACULA; Understudy Bridges to Play Lucy

Thora Birch has been released from the cast of the revival of Bram Stoker's DRACULA. Previews begin Tuesday, December 14 at the Little Shubert Theatre 422 West 42nd Street in Manhattan. Offi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:45AM

Recouping the Cost of 'Spider-Man' by Dave Itzkoff

Economix crunches the numbers to show why "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark" will need to run for four years before it turns a profit.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:45AM

Goodspeed Festival of New Artists Features Three New Musicals

Goodspeed Musicals' 6th annual Goodspeed Festival of New Artists will feature staged readings of three new shows -- "Room 16," "Hello! My Baby" and "Nobody Loves You" --  Jan. 14 to 16 …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 10:42AM

THE WIZARD OF OZ Blog: Toto Training

Meet our Toto Regular visitors will be familiar with the antics of our Cast by TV Toto, Dangerous Dave, who was selected by the special panel of judges on the BBCs Over the Rainbow program…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:33AM

Glee Receives Five Golden Globe Nominations, Including Nods for Lea Michele and Matthew Morrison by Broadway.com Staff

Glee topped the list of TV-related Golden Globe nominations for 2010, receiving five nods: Best Television Series (Comedy or Musical), Lea Michele as Best Actress in a Television Series (Com…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:33AM

Seinfeld & Papa Lead Greg Giraldo Comedy Tribute, 2/9

Jerry Seinfeld and comedian Tom Papa host of The Marriage Ref will be joined by some of the biggest names in stand-up for a comedy show to benefit the family of the late Greg Giraldo.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:33AM

Lewis Black, Judy Gold, Jerry Seinfeld, Colin Quinn et al. Set for Big Time Comedy Show at Beacon

Ted Alexandro, Dave Attell, Lewis Black, Judy Gold, Jesse Joyce, Jim Norton, Jerry Seinfeld, and Colin Quinn will perform in Big Time Comedy Show, at the Beacon Theatre, on Wednesday, Februa…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:22AM

ArtsBeat: Actress Thora Birch Fired From 'Dracula' by Patrick Healy

The producers of the Off Broadway revival of "Dracula" fired their star actress Thora Birch on Friday, four days before the play's first performance.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:20AM

Actress Thora Birch Fired From 'Dracula' by Patrick Healy

The producers of the Off Broadway revival of "Dracula" fired their star actress Thora Birch on Friday, four days before the play's first performance.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:15AM

David Hasselhoff, Jeremy Jackson, Jerry Springer to Play Captain Hook in U.K. Peter Pan

Talk show host Jerry Springer will substitute for the previously reported David Hasselhoff as Captain Hook in the New Wimbledon Theatre's panto production of Peter Pan, from December 31…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:14AM

Review: Nutcracker Rouge

A talented and sexy ensemble brings this decidedly adult update of the Nutcracker story to life.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00AM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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GRACE NOTES - Dec. 14, 2010 by Susan Grace

GRACE NOTES is the most effective place to reach a world-wide audience of theatre professionals. For more information about promoting your next event, please contact [email protected].*…

SOURCE: gracenotesstage.blogspot.com at 09:55AM

The Nutcracker by Terry Ponick

It’s hard to avoid running into The Nutcracker during America’s year-end holiday festivities. From amateur productions featuring tiny, budding ballerinas and piped-in music to the kind o…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 09:51AM

Photo Coverage: Shoshana Bean Plays Le Poison Rouge

Shoshana Bean has returned home to New York City after a string of twelve sold out engagements at Barre Vermont in Los Angeles with an all-new show.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:45AM

Hugh Jackman Suffers Injury on Oprah in Australia

Reuter's reports this morning that High Jackman suffered an injury while shooting a segment for the Oprah Winfrey Show in Australia earlier today. Jackman was performing a stunt that involv…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:40AM

Christine Ebersole and Billy Stritch in “A Most Wonderful Time” by Adaumbelle

Be sure to catch fellow “Adaumbelle’s Quest” participants Christine Ebersole (Two-Time Tony Award winner) and Billy Stritch (Award winning composer, arranger, vocalist, an…

SOURCE: adaumbellesquest.com at 09:35AM

Alec Baldwin, Lea Michele, Matthew Morrison, Al Pacino, Kevin Spacey, et al. Receive Golden Globe Nominations

The nominations for the 2011 Golden Globe Awards have been announced. The prizes will be presented in a ceremony to be held on January 16 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Ricky Gervais will ho…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:30AM

The Three Musketeers at The Rose Theatre in Kingston

Its all for one as Dumas' The Three Musketeers take to the stage in this new musical adaptation of his novel.Thrilling, dramatic and full of the heat of a Parisian summer, this is Alexandre …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:25AM

Carlo Alban, Rob Campbell, Samantha Soule, et al. Set for Reading of Comes a Faery

Carlo Alban, Rob Campbell, Deanne Lorette, Nicole Lowrance and Samantha Soule will appear in a reading of James McLindon's Comes a Faery, to be presented at Irish Repertory Theatre as p…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:20AM

Works & Process at the Guggenheim Announces Spring Line-Up

The lineup of offerings for the 2011 spring season of Works & Process at the Guggenheim has been announced. The program is presented in the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed 285-seat Peter B.…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:20AM

Jeanna de Waal Replaces Mary Faber in Broadway's American Idiot

Jeanna de Waal will replace original cast member Mary Faber as Heather in the Broadway production of American Idiot, at the St. James Theatre, beginning with tonight's performance, Dece…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:16AM

Jeff Cohen's The Man Who Ate Michael Rockefeller to Begin Performances Off-Broadway in February

Jeff Cohen's The Man Who Ate Michael Rockefeller will play an Off-Broadway engagement at the Arclight Theatre, running February 2 - March 13. Alfred Preisser will once again direct the…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:15AM

Jeff Cohen's The Man Who Ate Michael Rockefeller to Begin Performances Off-Broadway in February

Jeff Cohen's The Man Who Ate Michael Rockefeller will play an Off-Broadway engagement at the Arclight Theatre, running February 2 - March 13. Alfred Preisser will once again direct the…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:15AM

PHOTO FLASH: Helen Hunt, Lyle Lovett, et al. Celebrate Opening of Much Ado About Nothing at Kirk Douglas Theatre

The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles' production of Much Ado About Nothing opened on Sunday, December 12 at the Kirk Douglas Theatre. Ben Donenberg has directed. The production sta…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:15AM

Fred Ebb Foundation Donates $1 Million to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

The Fred Ebb Foundation has made a $1 million gift to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA). The gift is the largest single donation in the organization's history. In announcing …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:14AM

Peter Sinn Nachtrieb Receives National New Play Network's Full Stage Commission

Peter Sinn Nachtrieb has received the first in a quintet of Full Stage Commissions from the National New Play Network (NNPN). The grant provides not only $25,000 to the playwright, but also…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:12AM

Wendi Bergamini Joins Broadway's Promises, Promises

Wendi Bergamini will assume the role of Miss Olsen in the revival of Promises, Promises, playing at the Broadway Theatre, on December 14. The role had previously been played by Helen Anker.…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:11AM

Steve Mazurek, Brooke Tansley, Ty Taylor, et al. Set for December 17 Rocky Horror - In Concert

Casting has been announced for a two performance presentation of Rocky Horror - In Concert to be offered on December 17 at 9pm and midnight at Show At Barre. Tro Shaw will direct the perfor…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:10AM

Golden Globe Nominations Are Announced by Dave Itzkoff

"The King's Speech," starring Colin Firth as a stuttering member of the British royal family and Geoffrey Rush as the speech therapist who helps him deliver a crucial oration, received seven…

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:05AM

Moscow Theatre At The Center Of A Battle

Renovations to an historic Moscow theatre "have made the theatre the centre of a bitter battle that has divided the Russian capital's artistic community and led the two sides to accuse each …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 09:03AM

Christiane Noll Set for January 29 SOPAC Benefit

2010 Tony nominee Christiane Noll will perform a one-night-only benefit of her acclaimed show, The Lyrics of Ira Gershwin at the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC), on Saturday, Jan…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:00AM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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An enchanted chat with South Pacific star David Pittsinger by Joel Markowitz

I have interviewed dozens of performers for DC Theatre Scene, but my chat with David Pittsinger is one of my all-time favorites. DC audiences will be hearing one of the greatest baritones in…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:48AM

Glory Crampton's Unusual Way Now Available for Purchase

Glory Crampton's debut solo album Unusual Way is now available for purchase. The recording, released by Jay Records, had previously been distributed through digital outlets such as iTu…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 08:29AM

Kristin Griffith, William Jackson Harper, Haskell King et al. Set for EST's Unfiltered 2011

Casting has been announced for Unfiltered 2011, studio productions of new plays from The Ensemble Studio Theatre Youngblood program, to be presented January 13-February 5. Haskell King, Kri…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 08:15AM

Lee Daniels to Direct ANNA IN THE TROPICS Film

Lee Daniels, who's most well known for directing PRECIOUS, has just signed on to develop and to direct ANNA IN THE TROPICS, a film adaptation of Nilo Cruz's Pulitzer and Steinberg Prize-winn…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:08AM

Tri-State Venues Announced for NT Live Broadcast of Fela!

New York-area venues, as well as national encore dates, have been announced for the previously reported NT Live presentation of the musical Fela! on January 13. Among the New York City thea…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 08:07AM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Blind Date by Stagegrade

What's the critical view of "Blind Date"?

SOURCE: StageGrade at 07:59AM

Angelos Epithemiou – review by Brian Logan

Bloomsbury theatre, LondonWhy do I find it funny when one man teaches an imaginary rabbit to talk, but not when another man dresses in a silver leotard and impersonates a cat? I can't stop l…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:28AM

Angelos Epithemiou – review by Brian Logan

Bloomsbury theatre, LondonWhy do I find it funny when one man teaches an imaginary rabbit to talk, but not when another man dresses in a silver leotard and impersonates a cat? I can't stop l…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:28AM

The Nutcracker Chronicles: Elvis and the Mirlitons by Alastair Macaulay

In Memphis, sightseeing and a Mother Ginger with a surprising number of children.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:00AM

BWW's On This Day - December 14, 2010

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on December 14 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:00AM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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NY Review: 'Donny & Marie: A Broadway Christmas'

Donny and Marie Osmond both work hard for the holiday cheer in this Vegas-style entertainment; the trouble is that we can see them sweat. Kudos to Marie for a supple and versatile voice.

SOURCE: Backstage at 06:50AM

Justin Sayre by Adaumbelle

Justin Sayre is a performer on the rise! He’s an actor and stand-up comedian who hosts “The Meeting,” at The Duplex in NYC, a monthly comedy/variety show for homosexuals an…

SOURCE: adaumbellesquest.com at 06:00AM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Expressionism in theatre? Maybe it's something else | Matt Trueman by Matt Trueman

Critics are right to notice the trend for plays that making powerful use of small, non-realistic details. What should we call it?Though three productions do not a new wave make, Michael Bill…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:58AM

Stage & Film, but not TV?

Legit News: N. Y. Stage & Film gala honored Linney, Roth -- "David Strathairn tells me this evening that I am the palate cleanser," emcee Mark Linn-Baker told the guests at New York Stage & …

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 05:00AM

Sale of four West End theaters scuttled

Legit News: Really Useful Group venues to stay with company -- The planned sell-off of four London theaters owned by Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group has fallen through, with a pote…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 05:00AM

Broadway heats up December chill

Legit News: 'Donny and Marie' among shows posting strong sales -- Last week may have been a between-holiday frame, but Broadway still had plenty of Christmas cheer to go around at the box of…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 05:00AM

'Much Ado' about Lyle

Legit News: Lovett wrote new song just for show -- Having written a song just for "Much Ado About Nothing" at the Kirk Douglas Theater, Lyle Lovett proved that even Shakespeare has room for …

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 05:00AM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Full orchestras make a theater comeback after years of budgetary slashes

Full orchestras make a theater comeback after years of budgetary slashes

SOURCE: Washington Post at 02:00AM

'It's A Wonderful Life' by American Blues Theater is warm tradition through and through by Chris Jones

THEATER REVIEW: "It's a Wonderful Life: Live at the Biograph" ★★★½ Through Dec. 31 in the Richard Christiansen Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave.; Running time: 1 hour, 40 minutes; Tickets…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 02:00AM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Stephen Sondheim Appears on The Colbert Report 12/14

Composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim will appear Tuesday night, December 14, on Comedy Central's THE COLBERT REPORT to talk about his new book 'Finishing the Hat Collected Lyrics 1954-1981…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Streisand to Appear on Good Morning America, Nightline & Larry King

The legendary Barbra Streisand has just announced some surprise television appearances for next week. On Tuesday, December 14 Streisand will guest star on Good Morning America and Nightline.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Additions That Really Added Up by Peter Filichia

By Peter Filichia -- Fifty years ago this week, Wildcat opened with one of the most beloved stars of the era: Lucille Ball. Composer Cy Coleman and lyricist Carolyn Leigh certainly gave h…

SOURCE: Masterworks Broadway at 01:04AM

January Jones gets naked for Versace

Versace's spring/summer 2011 campaign starring Mad Men star January Jones has her wearing very little Versace. Jones is naked save for a strategically placed bag and shoes in the first imag…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Jada Pinkett Smith: We don't have rules

“We come up with agreements. Kids are little people, and we’re in life to guide them. Trying to rule someone is always an illusion, and it’s no different with children.”

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Selena Gomez: Justin Bieber and I are just friends (video)

"We're not any different. We're very lucky, but we just like to hang out. They shouldn't be stopping us from going out to dinner and things like that."

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Pirates of the Caribbean 4 trailer released (video)

Despite loving the first one and loathing the second one, I never saw the third "Pirates of the Caribbean" and can't decide if I need to

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Michael C. Hall & Jennifer Carpenter file for divorce

“Having been separated for some time, Jennifer Carpenter and Michael C. Hall have filed for divorce.”

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Zoe Saldana does steamy photoshoot for Calvin Klein

She follows the likes of David and Victoria Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo by posing in her smalls for the underwear giant.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Gwyneth Paltrow to return to Glee

The Oscar winner will reprise her role as McKinley High’s favorite substitute teacher, Holly Holiday, for a second episode, Gwyneth revealed

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Zac Efron & Vanessa Hudgens call it quits

The couple, who met while auditioning for High School Musical in 2005, have ended their romance

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Why Paris Hilton wasn't invited to Nicole Richie's wedding

"Nicole knew very well that having Paris involved would have inevitably turned a special night into being about their friendship. Nicole's life is completely different now."

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Sandra Bullock & Oprah among Oscar presenters

The first presenters for the 83rd Academy Awards havebeen announced. Among those who will present: Halle Berry, Jeff Bridges, Sandra Bullock, Marisa Tomei and Oprah Winfrey.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Martin Scorcese and Robert DeNiro reuniting for first movie since 1995

Scorsese has confirmed that he will work with Robert De Niro for a ninth time on crime drama The Irishman.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Michael Moore willing to act as security for Julian Assange

Michael Moore witness statement: "I am aware of the various allegations Julian Assange faces in Sweden. I am willing to act as security for Julian in the sum of twenty thousand dollars USD$2…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Larry King prepares to sign off and everybody’s talking

After about 50,000 interviews (between his radio career and his stint on television) Larry King will end his run as the 9 p.m. fixture on CNN this week and perhaps take with him the hourlong…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Jimmy Kimmel sued by a Hasidic man over YouTube video

Talk show host Jimmy Kimmel swiped a YouTube video of a ranting Hasidic man (Dovid Sondik) and spliced it into a skit to poke fun at hoops superstar LeBron James without permission, said a l…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Hugh Jackman cuts his eye on Oprah Winfrey Show

X-Men star Jackman injured himself as he flew on a zip line from the top of the Sydney Opera House to the stage (where Oprah Winfrey hosted both shows Tuesday during filming of Oprah's Ultim…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Mark Burnett and NBC to launch singing competition to rival American Idol

NBC is teaming with Mark Burnett and John de Mol to launch a new singing competition program that takes aim at Fox's American Idol and its upcoming series The X Factor.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Golden Globe 2011 nominatins (list)

Here is the list of The 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards Nominations by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Some nominations were expected and some are surprises.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Nicolas Cage goes ballistic on film set in Romania (video)

The actor had a meltdown outside a nightclub in Bucharest, Romania and the entire incident was caught on camera. Cage is filming the sequel to Ghost Rider and flew into a rage at around 5AM,…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Kander & Ebb musical The Scottsboro Boys closed on B'way but may become a film

The show closed after only 49 performances on B'way. Recent reports hold out a glimmer of hope that The Scottsboro Boys —along with at least three other difficult and departed (or departin…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Barbara Walters on John Boehner’s tears: I think he might have an emotional problem

Barbara Walters, the master of the weepy celebrity confessional interview, who’s been turning emotional problems into “news” for decades, suddenly discovers how off putting tears can b…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Natalie Portman: Lesbian scenes, sex scenes, they’re all over the place

"Lesbian scenes, sex scenes, they’re all over the place! But because it’s me, people are shocked. I see the value of a good-girl persona—it’s so easy to subvert it!”

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Chelsea Handler and 50 Cent photographed in bed

In a recent Facebook posting, Chelsea shares a snap of her and are they or aren't they pal 50 Cent all cuddly in bed, with the mesage: "I don't know why anyone thinks I would ever date a rap…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Chris Matthews: 300 plus Chris Christie’s weight is something he’s just gotta deal with

"I saw Chris Christie the other day and I was amazed by it, he must be 300 plus, and that’s something he’s just gotta deal with because you’re not going to say, ‘I’m going to cut t…

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Europe's Most Heroic Theatre Company

"Belarus Free Theatre is an underground group based in Minsk. 'Underground' not because it's cool and edgy, but because Belarus is a dictatorship … The BFT runs plays that tell people w…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 12:58AM

Pittsinger & Cusack Lead SOUTH PACIFIC Tour at Kennedy Center, 12/14 - 1/16

Stage veteran David Pittsinger will reprise his role as Emile de Becque in the national tour of SOUTH PACIFIC, set to make its holiday run at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Ar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM

Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban Join Oprah in the Land Down Under, 12/14

Stage and screen actress Nicole Kidman, who made her Broadway debut in the 1998 production of THE BLUE ROOM, will join her husband Keith Urban on the November 30 episode of the Oprah Winfrey…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM

Which Cast Recording Would You Want Most? by Steve On Broadway (sob)

Which Cast Recording Would You Want Most?If you could win any original Broadway cast recording, which one would you want most?That was essentially the question I posed via Twitter and Facebo…

SOURCE: steveonbroadway.blogspot.com at 12:01AM

Arctic arrival by June Wulff, Globe Staff

Santa isn’t the only anticipated visitor these days. Snowy owls are on their way south from the Arctic and you might see them at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. Across the st…

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 12:00AM

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