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Friday, January 6, 2017

The Zombies of Penzance Will Have St. Louis Reading by Michael Gioia

The piece is being called the "long-lost first draft" of Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:44PM

Jimmy Buffett Musical Escape to Margaritaville Plans 2018 Broadway Bow by Michael Gioia

The show will have multiple out-of-town productions first.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:36PM

Why Hamilton Was Ariana DeBose’s Last Time in the Ensemble by Michael Gioia

Unafraid to speak up, the actor now takes center stage in A Bronx Tale.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Thursday, January 5, 2017

TBT: Watch the Trailer to 1985 Broadway Production of Big River by Michael Gioia

With the musical set to return to New York City next month, we throw it back to its 1980s beginnings.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:38PM

Chita Rivera Will Play Solo Concert in San Francisco by Michael Gioia

She will be joined by Seth Rudetsky on piano.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:16PM

Patti LuPone Will Join David Yazbek in Concert by Michael Gioia

The composer of Off-Broadway’s Band’s Visit will return to Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM

Bright Star Didn’t Scare Carmen Cusack—This Does by Michael Gioia

Reflecting on her Tony-nominated turn, Carmen Cusack prepares for the new challenge ahead.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, January 4, 2017

Understudies From Dear Evan Hansen and More Will Take the Stage by Michael Gioia

The Not At This Performance concert series will return to New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:02PM

Broadway Kidz Will Sing “Adult Songs” in Concert by Michael Gioia

Daisy Eagan will make a special appearance at the Feinstein’s/54 Below concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:24PM

Watch Trailer for HBO’s Debbie Reynolds-Carrie Fisher Documentary by Michael Gioia

The first full trailer from Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds has been released.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:05AM
Tuesday, January 3, 2017

Samantha Massell Will Be Joined By Women Who Empower Her in Concert by Michael Gioia

Following Fiddler on the Roof’s closing, the actor will make her Feinstein’s/54 Below solo debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:19PM

New Songs from Off-Broadway Bare Revival Recorded by Michael Gioia

Lynne Shankel, who wrote new songs for the New World Stages revival, will release them on her album Bare Naked.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:58PM

Annie Golden and Caroline Bowman Will Sing From Guffman to Spinal Tap in Concert by Michael Gioia

An evening celebrating the films of Christopher Guest will be held at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:20PM

Barb Jungr and John McDaniel Will Come Together at Don’t Tell Mama by Michael Gioia

The duo will celebrate the release of their new album.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM

Former Broadway Kids, All Grown Up Will Take the Concert Stage by Michael Gioia

Broadway actors will celebrate their time as children on the Great White Way at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:08AM
Tuesday, December 27, 2016

Musical Theatre “Scared Me,” Says Mel B—Broadway’s New Roxie Hart by Michael Gioia

The former Spice Girl is conquering her fears with a multi-week run as Roxie Hart in Chicago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, December 23, 2016

Theatre Community Reacts to Rockettes Inauguration Announcement by Michael Gioia

Broadway took to Twitter after learning that the Rockettes would perform for President-Elect Donald Trump.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM
Thursday, December 22, 2016

Lilli Cooper and Teal Wicks Are Part of Next Broadway Villains Party by Michael Gioia

The Broadway Villains Party will return to Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:53PM

Mel B Says Spice Girls Reunion Is Still On by Michael Gioia

And, it may happen sooner rather than later—possibly at the Ambassador Theatre during her run in Chicago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:23PM

Theatre Artists Across the Country Will Unite Prior to Inauguration Day by Michael Gioia

The Sanctuary Project will create “light” and safe spaces for the years ahead.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:46AM

Broadway Preview: Spring 2017 by Michael Gioia

The heat is on beginning in January all the way to the spring. Divas go head to head, classics get new life, and movies materialize on stage this upcoming Broadway season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Barry Bostwick and Joanna Gleason Will Reunite as Nick & Nora by Michael Gioia

A reunion concert will be held at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:28AM

Spamilton Will Head to Chicago, Where Other Hamilton Parody Will Also Play by Michael Gioia

Two parodies of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hit musical are heading to the Windy City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:34AM

Meet the Eccentric and Clever Creatives of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 by Michael Gioia

The team behind the unconventional new musical, including creator Dave Malloy and director Rachel Chavkin, explains how they brought the world of 19th century Russia to Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Casting Announced for Goodman’s Gloria, Uncle Vanya, Destiny of Desire, and World Premiere by Michael Gioia

The theatre company will present one world premiere and three Chicago premieres in 2017.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07PM
Monday, December 19, 2016

Jessie Mueller and Michelle Williams Set for Gala at Chicago Lyric Opera by Michael Gioia

Chicago Voices will feature artists with deep ties to Chicago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:35PM

Chicago’s Hypocrites Cancel Remainder of Their Season by Michael Gioia

A disappointing turnout for the Chicago theatre company led to the cancellation of two shows.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:23AM

Watch First Chicago #Ham4Ham Performance by Michael Gioia

A holiday edition of #Ham4Ham hit the streets of Chicago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:33AM

EXCLUSIVE: 17 Outrageous Moments From the Run of White Rabbit Red Rabbit by Michael Gioia

With a different actor every night, the Off-Broadway sensation was bound to offer plenty of memorable moments. Here are some of the best.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Sunday, December 18, 2016

Meet the Jitney Actor Who Has Already Completed August Wilson’s Cycle by Michael Gioia

He may be making his Broadway debut, but Harvy Blanks is already well-versed in the American Century Cycle.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Come From Away Finds the Humanity in Tragedy by Michael Gioia

A musical about the meeting of strangers, whose flights were grounded in Newfoundland on 9/11, has the power to heal us all.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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