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Friday, October 18, 2024

Angel Corella Marks a Decade of Artistic Leadership at Philadelphia Ballet by Debra Danese

Angel Corella was appointed artistic director of Philadelphia Ballet, formerly Pennsylvania Ballet, in 2014. Under his leadership, the company has built a reputation for combining… The po…

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Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Tribal Ties: Lamont J. Whitaker as Mafala Hatimbi in The Book of Mormon by Debra Danese

Whitaker, a Florida native, is touring in the role of Mafala Hatimbi, the Ugandan village chief. The post Tribal Ties: Lamont J. Whitaker as Mafala Hatimbi in The Book of Mormon appeared fir…

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Tuesday, August 27, 2024

One Day More/ Part II: Catching up with Les Misérables’ Steve Czarnecki by Debra Danese

Philadelphia native Steve Czarnecki returns home this month in the national tour of Les Misérables. In addition to his role in the ensemble, Czarnecki serves… The post One Day More/ Part…

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Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Hello Gorgeous: Sean Thompson returns to Philly in FUNNY GIRL by Debra Danese

Philly native Sean Thompson returns to the area with the North American Tour of Funny Girl, arriving at the Academy of Music July 16, 2024. The post Hello Gorgeous: Sean Thompson returns to…

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Saturday, May 11, 2024

Message in a Bottle: Interview with Lizzie Gough by Debra Danese

Dancer Lizzie Gough first worked with choreographer Kate Prince over a decade ago. The two have been joining forces on various projects ever since. The post Message in a Bottle: Interview wi…

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Sunday, April 28, 2024

The Look of Love: Mark Morris’s Tribute to the late Burt Bacharach by Debra Danese

Mark Morris and musical collaborator Ethan Iverson pay homage to the chart-topping songs of Burt Bacharach. The post The Look of Love: Mark Morris’s Tribute to the late Burt Bacharach appe…

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Monday, March 11, 2024

Whiteout: Interview with Nick Silverio from Disney’s Frozen by Debra Danese

Penn grad Nick Silverio returns to Philadelphia in the national tour of Disney’s FROZEN The post Whiteout: Interview with Nick Silverio from Disney’s Frozen appeared first on phindie.

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Saturday, February 17, 2024

Girl from the North Country: Interview with Actress Chiara Trentalange by Debra Danese

The critically acclaimed Girl from the North Country is making its way to the Forrest Theatre this month with local actor Chiara Trentalange. The post Girl from the North Country: Interview …

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

Dancing with Ailey: Interview with Michael Jackson, Jr. by Debra Danese

Dancer Michael Jackson Jr credits a video of Revelations as the start of his journey with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. The post Dancing with Ailey: Interview with Michael Jackson, Jr.…

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Monday, January 15, 2024

Artistic Vision: Interview with BODYTRAFFIC’s Tina Finkelman Berkett by Debra Danese

LA-based BODYTRAFFIC is getting ready to present four works at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts this week as part of Penn Live Arts 2023-24 season. The post Artistic Vision: Inte…

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Get Ready: Interview with Michael Andreaus in AIN’T TOO PROUD by Debra Danese

Michael Andreaus is playing the role of Otis Williams in the national tour of Ain't Too Proud- The Life and Times of The Temptations. The post Get Ready: Interview with Michael Andreaus in A…

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Passing the Baton: A Conversation with Amelia Krinke of Philadelphia Ballet Orchestra’s Conductor Apprenticeship Program by Debra Danese

Philadelphia Ballet’s The Nutcracker is in full swing! The annual seasonal production offers opportunities for both company dancers and students from the school. It is… The post Passing…

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Holidaze Wishes: Local artist Ashley Zimmerman talks about the seasonal Cirque Dreams show by Debra Danese

A whimsical, Broadway-style musical infused with contemporary circus artistry The post Holidaze Wishes: Local artist Ashley Zimmerman talks about the seasonal Cirque Dreams show appeared fir…

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Friday, November 3, 2023

Life in Oz: Interview with Celia Hottenstein in WICKED by Debra Danese

Actress Celia Hottenstein has taken on the role of Glinda in the national tour of Wicked. The musical sensation is the 4th longest running Broadway… The post Life in Oz: Interview with Ce…

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Singing Sondheim: Interview with Beth Stafford Laird in COMPANY by Debra Danese

Beth Stafford Laird is no stranger to life on the road. The actress, who grew up in Wayne, PA, counts COMPANY as her fifth national… The post Singing Sondheim: Interview with Beth Staffor…

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Saturday, September 30, 2023

The Making of a King: Lucas Pastrana in ELVIS by Debra Danese

Lucas Pastrana is preparing to make his Walnut Street Theatre debut in Elvis- A Musical Revolution. The actor, who is playing the role of Elvis,… The post The Making of a King: Lucas Past…

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Making Music: Interview with Philadelphia Ballet Orchestra’s Beatrice Jona Affron by Debra Danese

Beatrice Jona Affron is celebrating her 30th year with the Philadelphia Ballet (formerly Pennsylvania Ballet.) The music director and conductor joined the company in 1993… The post Making…

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

That’s Fetch: Interview with MEAN GIRLS’ Natalie Shaw by Debra Danese

Natalie Shaw grew up in Fargo, North Dakota and started her musical theatre training at an early age. After finishing her degree at the University… The post That’s Fetch: Interview with…

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Monday, July 3, 2023

The Life of a Lady M: Interview with Libby Lloyd of Moulin Rouge! The Musical by Debra Danese

Libby Lloyd is embracing the dance heavy role of Nini in Moulin Rouge! The Musical. The Utah native started dancing at age 10. Lloyd went… The post The Life of a Lady M: Interview with Li…

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

A Fright of a Night: Interview with Michael Biren of Beetlejuice by Debra Danese

Michael Biren always thought it would be possible to perform at the Academy of Music. The Cherry Hill, NJ native was exposed to the arts… The post A Fright of a Night: Interview with Mich…

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Sunday, April 23, 2023

He’s Just a Man: Interview with Kodiak Thompson in Jesus Christ Superstar by Debra Danese

Temple grad Kodiak Thompson returns to Philadelphia with the touring production of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR The post He’s Just a Man: Interview with Kodiak Thompson in Jesus Christ Superstar…

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Saturday, April 22, 2023

The Art of Stepping: Interview with Valencia Springer of Step Afrika! by Debra Danese

Valenica Odeyka Emonni Springer has been stepping since childhood. The Brooklyn native got her start in the dance style through her mom, and is now… The post The Art of Stepping: Intervie…

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

A Fairytale Tour: Interview with Into the Wood’s Erica Durham by Debra Danese

Philadelphia resident Erica Durham is keeping busy on the national tour of Into The Woods. The post A Fairytale Tour: Interview with Into the Wood’s Erica Durham appeared first on phindie.

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Friday, March 17, 2023

Divorced, beheaded, died, survived: Interview with Aryn Bohannon of SIX by Debra Danese

Aryn Bohannon plays each of the six wives of Henry VIII in the National Tour of SIX, in Philadelphia March 21-April 9 The post Divorced, beheaded, died, survived: Interview with Aryn Bohann…

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Continuing the Legacy: Balanchine Répétiteur Colleen Neary returns for Philadelphia Ballet’s Dancing With Gershwin by Debra Danese

Philadelphia Ballet continues to honor its Balanchine roots with the spring production of Dancing With Gershwin. The post Continuing the Legacy: Balanchine Répétiteur Colleen Neary returns…

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Saturday, February 18, 2023

The return of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: Interview with Jeroboam Bozeman  by Debra Danese

As Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater prepares to return to Philly, Jeroboam Bozeman took some time to talk with writer, Debra Danese. The two reconnected… The post The return of Alvin Ai…

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Saturday, February 11, 2023

Standing By: Interview with 1776 actor Sara Gallo by Debra Danese

Sara Gallo juggles many roles in her life onstage and off. The actor, teacher, and mentor is a standby for four roles in the touring… The post Standing By: Interview with 1776 actor Sara …

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

About Face: Actor Charles Everett on A SOLDIER’S PLAY by Debra Danese

Actor Charles Everett brings both his acting and military background with him as he tours with A Soldier’s Play. The post About Face: Actor Charles Everett on A SOLDIER’S PLAY appeared f…

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Monday, January 2, 2023

“You Oughta Know”: Interview with Jagged Little Pill’s Charles P. Way by Debra Danese

Charles P. Way says he is “elated” to be on the first national tour of Jagged Little Pill. The UArts grad will return to Philly as a… The post “You Oughta Know”: Interview with …

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Friday, December 9, 2022

All About the Bass: Interview with Adam Kubota of Postmodern Jukebox by Debra Danese

Bassist Adam Kubota is enjoying life on tour with Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox. The band performs today’s pop hits in the style of yesterday’s classics.… The post All About th…

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Playing Ike: Interview with actor Garrett Turner of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical by Debra Danese

Alabama native Garrett Turner is playing Ike Turner in the national tour of Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. The post Playing Ike: Interview with actor Garrett Turner of Tina: The Tina Turner …

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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
TBA: Titanic