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Friday, March 23, 2012

Hugh Dancy to Star in NBC Series Hannibal by Dan Bacalzo

Hugh Dancy, currently on Broadway in Venus in Fur, will star as FBI agent Will Graham on the NBC drama, Hannibal, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The 13-episode series, written by Brya…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:51AM

Rebecca Luker, Rory O'Malley, Kate Shindle Set for NEW VOICES at NYU by Dan Bacalzo

Elizabeth A. Davis, Drew Gehling, Rebecca Luker, Rory O'Malley, Kate Shindle, Sally Wilfert, and Michael Winther will perform in NEW VOICES at NYU, at the Frederick Loewe Theatre on Mon…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:26AM

PHOTO FLASH: Samantha Harris Attends Cirque du Soleil's The Beatles LOVE by Dan Bacalzo

Former Dancing with the Stars host and current Entertainment Tonight correspondent Samantha Harris attended a performance of Cirque du Soleil's The Beatles LOVE at The Mirage in Las Veg…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:11AM
Thursday, March 22, 2012

Review: 'Tis Pity She's a Whore by Dan Bacalzo

Cheek by Jowl gives John Ford's controversial play a raucously sexy and provocative production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM

Review: Jesus Christ Superstar by Dan Bacalzo

The new Broadway production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber-Tim Rice musical still shines.

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Len Cariou, Eddie Korbich, Lynne Wintersteller Join Line-Up for If It Only Even Runs a Minute 9 by Dan Bacalzo

Additional casting has been announced for the previously reported If It Only Even Runs a Minute 9, to be presented at Joe's Pub on March 26 at 7pm and 9:30pm. Each performance will fea…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:23PM

Josh Young to Open in the Role of Judas in Broadway's Jesus Christ Superstar by Dan Bacalzo

Josh Young will perform the role of Judas as scheduled for the opening night performance of the Broadway revival of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Neil Simon Theatre tonight, March 22. The a…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Jayne Atkinson, Jack Gilpin, James Naughton Set for Berkshire Theatre Group Season by Dan Bacalzo

Berkshire Theatre Group has announced programming for Summer 2012, which will include a full assortment of theatrical productions, concerts, comedy, Friday Series play readings, Musical Mond…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:05PM

PHOTO FLASH: Gregory Itzin, Alan Mandell, John Cameron Mitchell, Charlotte Rae at Waiting for Godot Opening by Dan Bacalzo

Center Theatre Group celebrated the opening of its production of Samuel Beckett's Waiting for Godot at the Mark Taper Forum, on Wednesday, March 21. Michael Arabian directs the product…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:36PM

Seth Numrich to Be Featured in Charlotte Miller's favorites by Dan Bacalzo

Broadway veteran Seth Numrich will be featured in the cast of Charlotte Miller's favorites, the 15th play in Rising Phoenix Repertory's Cino Nights series, to be presented at the S…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:22AM

PHOTO FLASH: Anthony Heald Visits Silence! The Musical by Dan Bacalzo

Two-time Tony nominee Anthony Heald attended the Wednesday, March 21 performance of Silence! The Musical, currently performing at The 9th Space Theatre at PS 122. With a book by Hunter Bel…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:57AM

Carlo Alban, Sevan Greene, Roberta Maxwell, Heather Raffo Set for Red Bull's The Screens by Dan Bacalzo

Casting has been announced for Red Bull Theater's presentation of Jean Genet's The Screens, part of the company's Revelation Readings series to be held at Theatre at St. Cleme…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:37AM

Peter Mills to World Premiere a Song at Prospect Theater Company's Fools For Love by Dan Bacalzo

Prospect Theater Company founding member Peter Mills will world premiere a song at the company's one-night-only concert performance celebrating April Fool's Day, Fools for Love, at…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:07AM
Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Patrick Stewart to Host Peabody Awards by Dan Bacalzo

Stage and screen star Patrick Stewart will host the Peabody Awards ceremony, to take place at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City on Monday, May 21. The Peabody recognizes excellence…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:35PM

Val Kilmer's Citizen Twain to Start Performances on March 30 by Dan Bacalzo

Val Kilmer has announced new performance dates for his one man play, Citizen Twain -- which he wrote, directed and stars in -- at the Masonic Lodge at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. The s…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:43PM

Woolly Mammoth to Hold Public Discussion on Mike Daisey Controversy Prior to Remounting The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs by Dan Bacalzo

Woolly Mammoth Theatre will hold a public discussion in which they invite patrons to express their opinions on the controversy surrounding the misrepresentations of the truth within Mike Dai…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:19PM

Carly Jibson, Marcus Neville, Jared Zirilli Set for Off-Broadway Musical Fat Camp by Dan Bacalzo

Casting has been announced for the new Off-Broadway musical, Fat Camp, to play the American Theatre of Actors beginning April 12. Casey Hushion will direct, with choreography by Kelly Devine…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:17AM

Tony-Nominated Director Ulu Grosbard Has Died by Dan Bacalzo

Two-time Tony Award nominee Ulu Grosbard has died at N.Y.U. Langone Medical Center earlier this week, according to The New York Times. He was 83. Grosbard received Tony nominations for his …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:46AM

PHOTO FLASH: Carol Channing Congratulates Lily Tomlin on Induction Into Palm Springs Walk of Stars by Dan Bacalzo

Lily Tomlin and her longtime partner, Jane Wagner, were honored with the 345th star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars on Friday, March 16. Among the many well-wishers on hand to congratulate…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:22AM

Lily Rabe, Richard Thomas to Announce Outer Critics Circle Nominations by Dan Bacalzo

Award-winning actors Lily Rabe and Richard Thomas will announce the Outer Critics Circle Award nominations at The Friars Club on Monday, April 23 at 11am. In addition, Jerry Stiller and Ann…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 08:46AM
Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Cady Huffman, Maureen Keiller, Robert Saoud and More Set for Celebrity Autobiography in Boston by Dan Bacalzo

Maureen Keiller, Robert Saoud, Timothy John Smith, Spiro Veloudos, and Maryann Zschau will join the previously reported Cady Huffman in Celebrity Autobiography at The Lyric Stage Company of …

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Ann Hampton Callaway, Anita Gillette to Perform at CANY Gala by Dan Bacalzo

Ann Hampton Callaway and Anita Gillette will be among the performers at the Creative Alternatives of New York (CANY) 2012 annual gala, to be held at the Edison Hotel Ballroom on Monday, Apri…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:03PM

PHOTO FLASH: Jill Eikenberry, Isaiah Sheffer, Michael Tucker at After Annie Book Signing by Dan Bacalzo

Stage and television actor Michael Tucker signed copies of his debut novel, After Annie at the Barnes & Noble Upper West Side on Monday, March 19. Tucker was joined by wife and fellow a…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:47PM

Justin Matthew Sargent to Star in Broadway's Rock of Ages by Dan Bacalzo

Justin Matthew Sargent will take over the lead role of Drew in Broadway's Rock of Ages, at the Helen Hayes Theatre, beginning March 26. He replaces Dan Domenech, who will play his final…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:08PM

Brian d'Arcy James, Donna Murphy to Announce Drama Desk Nominations by Dan Bacalzo

Past winners Brian d'Arcy James and Donna Murphy will announce the nominations for the 57th annual Drama Desk Awards at Feinstein's at the Loews Regency, on Friday, April 27, 2011,…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:50PM

Sheryl Crow and Barry Levinson's Diner Musical to Play San Francisco in October, Broadway in the Spring by Dan Bacalzo

The new musical Diner, featuring a book by original screenwriter Barry Levinson and music and lyrics by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow, will now play San Francisco's Curra…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:25PM

Sheryl Crow and Barry Levinson's Diner Musical to Debut on Broadway in 2013 by Dan Bacalzo

The new musical Diner, featuring a book by original screenwriter Barry Levinson and music and lyrics by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow, will now play San Francisco's Curra…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:25PM

Nick Jonas, Raven-Symone to Participate in Charitybuzz Online Auctions by Dan Bacalzo

Meet-ups with Nick Jonas and Raven-Symone following performances of their respective Broadway shows are among the prizes currently featured in online auctions through Charitybuzz. Jonas is …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:56PM

John Mellencamp, Bette Midler, Chris Rock to Present at Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony by Dan Bacalzo

Presenters have been announced for the 27th annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, which will take place Saturday, April 14 in Cleveland and be aired on Saturday, May 5 on HBO…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:21PM

Matthew Risch to Replace Justin Kirk in Broadway's Other Desert Cities by Dan Bacalzo

Matthew Risch will take over the role of Trip Wyeth in Broadway's Other Desert Cities, at the Booth Theatre, beginning Tuesday, March 27. He replaces Justin Kirk, who will play his fina…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:08PM

Kelly Devine, Anthony Dean Griffey, Kristin Hanggi Among Green Room Award Winners by Dan Bacalzo

The winners of Australia's Green Room Awards have been announced. The musical Rock of Ages received five awards, including for director Kristin Hanggi, choreographer Kelly Devine, soun…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:46AM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 15, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
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