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Tuesday, August 19, 2014

PHOTO CALL: First Look at Mint Theater Company's The Fatal Weakness by Joseph Marzullo

The Fatal Weakness, George Kelly's comedy about romance, marriage and commitment, is presented by Mint Theater Company with performances beginning Aug. 19. 

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:05AM
Monday, August 18, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Extra! Extra! Over 30 Newsies Stop the Presses at 54 Below by Joseph Marzullo

Stop the Presses, a concert event prior to Newsies' final performance at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre — featuring over 30 cast members from the Disney hit &mda…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:33PM

PHOTO CALL: Carla Gugino, Wesley Taylor, A.R. Gurney and More at Primary Stages' Poor Behavior Opening by Joseph Marzullo

The Primary Stages production of Theresa Rebeck's Poor Behavior, which explores infidelity and America, officially opened Off-Broadway Aug. 17 at the Duke on 42nd Street.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:41AM
Sunday, August 17, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Tony Award Winner Neil Patrick Harris Honored With Sardi's Caricature by Joseph Marzullo

Neil Patrick Harris, who won a Tony award for playing the title role in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, was honored Aug 15 with the unveiling of a portrait to adorn the walls of Sardi's.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:51PM
Tuesday, August 12, 2014

PHOTO ARCHIVE: Remembering Two-Time Tony-Winning Actress Lauren Bacall by Joseph Marzullo

Playbill.com looks back at the life and career of late stage and screen icon Lauren Bacall, who died Aug. 12 at the age of 89.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:35PM
Wednesday, August 6, 2014

PHOTO SPECIAL: From Miss Adelaide to Miss Hannigan; Celebrating Tony Award Winner Faith Prince by Matthew Blank and Joseph Marzullo

Tony Award winner Faith Prince, who is currently featured on the ABC Family series Melissa & Joey, celebrates her birthday August 6. Playbill.com takes a look at her career. Happy birthday…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:25AM
Sunday, July 27, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Planet Hollywood Celebrates Aladdin star Courtney Reed by Joseph Marzullo

Planet Hollywood Times Square celebrated Courtney Reed, who stars as Princess Jasmine in Broadway's Aladdin, with a handprint ceremony on July 26.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:15AM
Saturday, July 26, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Lauren Pritchard-Michael Kimmel's new play Songbird at Joe's Pub by Joseph Marzullo

A one-night-only presentation of singer-songwriter Lauren Pritchard and writer Michael Kimmel's new play Songbird was offered July 21 at Joe’s Pub.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:33AM
Friday, July 25, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Forbidden Broadway Stars Perform and Sign CDs For Fans by Joseph Marzullo

The original cast recording of Gerard Alessandrini’s Forbidden Broadway Comes Out Swinging! was released on DRG Records July 22. The cast performed and signed original cast albums at B…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37PM
Thursday, July 24, 2014

PHOTO ARCHIVE: From Steel Pier to Promises, Promises; The Greatest Stage Moments of Birthday Gal Kristin Chenoweth by Matthew Blank and Joseph Marzullo

Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth celebrates her birthday July 24. Playbill.com has compiled some favorite photos featuring the stage and screen star.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, July 23, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Tony Winner Priscilla Lopez Stars in Broadway's Pippin by Joseph Marzullo

Priscilla Lopez, who earned a Tony for her performance in A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine and also created the role Diana Morales in the original Broadway production A Chorus …

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22AM

PHOTO CALL: Tony Winner Priscilla Lopez Flies Into Broadway's Pippin by Joseph Marzullo

Priscilla Lopez, who earned a Tony for her performance in A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine and also created the role Diana Morales in the original Broadway production A Chorus …

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22AM
Monday, July 21, 2014

PHOTO CALL: "Play Ball!" Rock Of Ages vs. Beautiful, Once vs. Kinky Boots and More at July 17 Softball Action by Joseph Marzullo

The Broadway Show League continued its 60th annual softball season July 17 and is now in the midst of its regular season games as teams battle their way toward the championship. Key matchup…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02AM
Sunday, July 20, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Seven-Time Grammy Winner Phil Collins Visits Aladdin by Joseph Marzullo

Grammy Winner Phil Collins, who composed the music for Disney's Tarzan, attended the Disney Broadway musical Aladdin on July 20.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43PM
Saturday, July 19, 2014

PHOTO CALL: "I Want Candy"! Zak Resnick Is Legendary Songwriter Bert Berns in Off-Broadway's Piece of My Heart by Joseph Marzullo

Piece of My Heart, a new musical based on the life and songs of legendary songwriter Bert Berns, opens Off-Broadway July 21 at The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature C…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:38AM
Friday, July 18, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Stars from Chicago, Les Misérables, Pippin and Atomic at Broadway In Bryant Park by Joseph Marzullo

The Broadway in Bryant Park concert lunchtime series continued July 17 at 12:30 PM on the Bryant Park Stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:35AM

PHOTO CALL: Pump Boys and Dinettes Opening Night at City Center by Joseph Marzullo

Encores! Off-Center concludes its 2014 season with Pump Boys and Dinettes, starring Hunter Foster and Katie Thompson. Original Broadway cast members helped the current cast celebrate their o…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:58AM
Thursday, July 17, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Happy Birthday To Stage and Screen Actress Kristen Bell by Joseph Marzullo

Kristen Bell, who will star in Hair at the Hollywood Bowl in August, celebrates her birthday July 18. Playbill.com takes a look at her career highlights. Happy birthday, Kristen!

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43PM
Sunday, July 13, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Audra McDonald, James Franco, Sierra Boggess, Zach Braff and More at Broadway Barks 16 by Joseph Marzullo

Broadway Barks 16 — the annual dog and cat adoption event founded by pals Bernadette Peters and Mary Tyler Moore to find homes for pets from city animal shelters — was held July …

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:28AM

PHOTO CALL: Audra McDonald, James Franco, Norm Lewis, Sierra Boggess, Zach Braff, Jessie Mueller, Lesli Margherita and More at Broadway Barks 16 by Joseph Marzullo

Broadway Barks 16 — the annual dog and cat adoption event founded by pals Bernadette Peters and Mary Tyler Moore to find homes for pets from city animal shelters — was held July …

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:28AM
Saturday, July 12, 2014

PHOTO CALL: "Can We Spar?" Joan Rivers Visits Rocky by Joseph Marzullo

Tony-nominated actress, comedienne, host and reality TV star Joan Rivers took in the July 11 performance of Rocky. Joan, her grandson Cooper and his friend Ben met with the cast following th…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:26AM
Friday, July 11, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Malcolm Gets, Nellie McKay, Mitchell Jarvis, Wesley Taylor and Lillias White Preview 54 Below Concerts by Joseph Marzullo

Malcolm Gets, Nellie McKay, Mitchell Jarvis, Wesley Taylor and Lillias White will offer concerts at the intimate 54 Below in the coming weeks. They offered a preview the afternoon of July 1…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:39PM
Tuesday, July 8, 2014

PHOTO CALL: The Skivvies Heat Up 54 Below With Guests Including Wesley Taylor, Mitchell Jarvis, Krysta Rodriguez and Barrett Foa by Joseph Marzullo

Jenny Lee Stern, Wesley Taylor, Mitchell Jarvis, Krysta Rodriguez, Heather Matarazzo, Barrett Foa, Malcolm Gets and Sophie B Hawkins stripped with The Skivvies at their July 1 show at 54 Bel…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:35AM

PHOTO CALL: The Skivvies Heat Up 54 Below With Guests Including Krysta Rodriguez, Wesley Taylor, Mitchell Jarvis and Barrett Foa by Joseph Marzullo

Jenny Lee Stern, Wesley Taylor, Mitchell Jarvis, Krysta Rodriguez, Heather Matarazzo, Barrett Foa, Malcolm Gets and Sophie B Hawkins stripped with The Skivvies at their July 1 show at 54 Bel…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:35AM
Monday, July 7, 2014

PHOTO CALL: The Skivvies Heat Up 54 Below With Guests Including Wesley Taylor, Mitchell Jarvis, Heather Matarazzo and Barrett Foa by Joseph Marzullo

Jenny Lee Stern, Wesley Taylor, Mitchell Jarvis, Krysta Rodriguez, Heather Matarazzo, Barrett Foa, Malcolm Gets and Sophie B Hawkins stripped with The Skivvies at their July 1 show at 54 Bel…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:35AM
Sunday, July 6, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Four-time Grammy Award Winner Michael Bublé Visits Rocky by Joseph Marzullo

Singer/songwriter Michael Bublé, who has won four Grammy awards, attended the Broadway musical Rocky. Michael posed with the cast following the July 6 matinee.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13PM
Saturday, July 5, 2014

PHOTO CALL: Amy Spanger, Sam Underwood, Khadia and More Celebrate Broadway Sings for Pride by Joseph Marzullo

Broadway Sings for Pride celebrated New York City LGBT Pride with its fourth annual benefit concert, representing over 15 Broadway shows, June 30 at Toshi's Living Room & Pentho…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:04PM
Friday, July 4, 2014

PHOTO CALL: A Whole New World! Lea Salonga Visits Aladdin by Joseph Marzullo

Tony winner Lea Salonga, the singing voice of Jasmine in the 1992 animated Disney film Aladdin, attended the Broadway musical July 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:39AM
Thursday, July 3, 2014

PHOTO SPECIAL: The Greatest Stage Moments of Birthday Gal Betty Buckley by Matthew Blank and Joseph Marzullo

Tony Award winner Betty Buckley, who is participating in the Cabaret and Performance Conference Aug 1 and 2 at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center in CT, celebrates her birthday July 3. Pl…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Saturday, June 28, 2014

PHOTO SPECIAL: Happy Birthday to Tony Nominee Emily Skinner by Joseph Marzullo

Tony Award nominee Emily Skinner, who will perform Broadway, Her Way at the Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma on July 17, celebrates her birthday June 29. Playbill.com takes a look at her stage care…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:50PM
Sunday, June 22, 2014

PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: Anika Noni Rose, LaTanya Richardson Jackson and More Visit Patti LaBelle and Cast at After Midnight by Joseph Marzullo

Grammy winner Patti LaBelle, who was last seen on Broadway in Fela!, began performances June 10 in the Tony Award-nominated musical revue After Midnight. Anika Noni Rose, LaTanya Richar…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:44AM

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