Monday, May 25, 2015

Acting legend Sir John Mills dies

Sir John Mills, one of Britain's best-known and best-loved actors, has died at the age of 97.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Moscow musical fights back

The producer of the musical which was abruptly halted when Chechen rebels stormed a Moscow theatre has insisted the show must go on.
Thanks to ElleWhy on All That Chat for the link.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Drug can dampen down bad memories

Scientists believe they have found a way to dampen down the impact of bad memories in people's brains.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Bates and Scott lead showbiz honours

Actor Alan Bates and director Ridley Scott head the entertainment and showbusiness figures in the New Year honours list, becoming knights.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Beverly Hillbillies creator dies

The creator of 1960s TV show The Beverly Hillbillies, Paul Henning, has died in a California hospital, aged 93.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Doctor Who spin-off made in Wales

John Barrowman says he "can't wait to explore Captain Jack more"

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Oliver! star Jack Wild dies at 53

Wild was nominated for an Oscar for his role in Oliver!

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

BBC boss defends Springer opera

Jerry Springer star David Soul also defended the screening, saying people had a "right to quality entertainment".

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Dead body wanted to star in show

A theatre group is looking to cast a dead body in the leading role of its next production.
Thanks to leeinlondon on All That Chat for the link.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Dutch stars hurt in Grease mishap

The stars of a Dutch production of Grease were injured when their car fell into the theatre's orchestra pit.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Comedian Dave Allen dies aged 68

Irish comedian Dave Allen, famed for his TV routines as he perched on a stool with drink and cigarette in hand, has died in his sleep aged 68.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Children banned from Mary Poppins

Producers have defended their decision to deter under-sevens from performances of children's musical Mary Poppins.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

TV hunt for Sound of Music lead

Andrew Lloyd Webber is to use reality TV to find the lead for his upcoming production of The Sound of Music.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Ian McKellen: Hollywood 'resists gay US actors'

The same was not true on Broadway, where people were "very at ease with being open and honest".

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Sir Cameron unveils West End revamp

Impresario Sir Cameron Mackintosh has unveiled a �35m plan designed to transform theatregoing in London's West End.
He is building a new theatre, The Sondheim, and revamping his other venues in an attempt to boost dwindling audiences.
Thanks to leeinlondon on All That Chat for the link!

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Actor McKellen joins the Street

Actor Sir Ian McKellen is joining the cast of ITV1's soap Coronation Street to play a "dodgy novelist".

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Lloyd Webber fortune keeps rising

Andrew Lloyd Webber has seen his fortunes rise by more than £50m in a year, sending him to second place in the Sunday Times music rich list.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Film and TV actor Quilley dies

Quilley was hailed as one of Britain's greatest actors
Actor Denis Quilley, whose movie roles include Evil Under the Sun and Privates on Parade, has died at the age of 75.
He died at his home on Sunday after suffering from cancer of the liver, according to the National Theatre.
His last stage performance had been at the venue in March when he appeared in the musical Anything Goes.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

Producers bound for film re-make

Hit Broadway musical The Producers is to be made into a film featuring its current stage stars Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane.
Filming is due to start in early 2005, with a release pencilled in by Universal Pictures for the end of the year.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

NI writer sued over hit play

Belfast playwright Marie Jones is being sued for a share of the profits of her hit play Stones in his Pockets.

SOURCE: news.bbc.co.uk at 05:58PM

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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