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Monday, January 23, 2017

Emma Stone Not “Dying to Do” Another Musical by Michael Gioia

The La La Land actor is looking to get back onstage, but no singing this time around.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

In Transit Creator Performs at Broadway Goes A Cappella Concert by Michael Gioia

The evening is held at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:47AM

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

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:46AM

Daniel Jenkins and Melissa van der Schyff Bring Out Their Alter Egos in Concert by Michael Gioia

Borrowed Cast: Busted! The Reunion Tour plays (le) Poisson Rouge.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:45AM
Sunday, January 22, 2017

Watch “Kellyanne Conway” Cover Chicago’s “Roxie” on SNL by Michael Gioia

Kate McKinnon impersonated the current counselor to President Donald J. Trump on Saturday Night Live.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:27AM

Americans for the Arts Responds to Possible National Endowment for the Arts Cuts by Michael Gioia

Brian Stokes Mitchell, who serves on the AftA board, posted the statement to social media.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:26AM

What’s in Killian Donnelly’s Book? The Songs That Booked the Kinky Boots Star Jobs by Michael Gioia

Kinky Boots’ Charlie Price takes us through his audition repertoire.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Saturday, January 21, 2017

Listen to 8 Early Hamilton Demos, Performed by Lin-Manuel Miranda by Michael Gioia

The songwriter recently released a handful of the tracks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:40PM

5 Concerts to See After a Day at BroadwayCon by Michael Gioia

If you’re in town for the convention, and want to experience all NYC has to offer, check out a concert after your day at the Javits Center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, January 20, 2017

How Broadway Remained Hopeful—What Happened at the Concert for America by Michael Gioia

The theatre community was asked to Stand Up and Sing Out! the same day that President Donald J. Trump was sworn into office. Here’s what happened at New York’s Town Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36PM

Shoshana Bean Will Headline New York City Gay Men’s Chorus Benefit by Michael Gioia

The eighth annual Harmony gala will be held at the Diamond Horseshoe.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12PM

Amber Iman, Lauren Worsham, Lilli Cooper Set for Artists for World Peace Benefit by Michael Gioia

The annual fundraiser will be held at the Cutting Room.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:52AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017

Alice Ripley Will Headline Media Theatre’s Gala in Pennsylvania by Michael Gioia

The Star Struck Fundraising Gala will be held February 25 in Media.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:41PM

The Band’s Visit Actors Join Next Broadway Villains Party Lineup by Michael Gioia

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:55PM

Carolee Carmello, Mary Testa, and Robert Cuccioli Will Sing Musicals of the 1920s by Michael Gioia

The concert event is part of Town Hall’s Broadway by the Year series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:16PM

With Three Shows, Rehearsal Never Stops for Director Trip Cullman by Michael Gioia

This season also marks Cullman’s Broadway debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:45PM

Cast Members from The Great Comet Will Head to Feinstein’s/54 Below by Michael Gioia

The cast will take part in an evening of original songs and stories.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:27PM

Alan Cumming Will Headline June Long Wharf Gala in Connecticut by Michael Gioia

The Tony Award winner will perform Alan Cumming Sings Sappy Songs.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:23AM

Tony Nominee Michele Lee Will Be Honored at This Year’s MAC Awards by Michael Gioia

She will receive the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs’ Lifetime Achievement Award.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:53AM
Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Female Playwrights Adapt Classic Works to Premiere in Astoria by Michael Gioia

The Ophelia Theatre Group will present the original plays as part of their “Turning the Page” season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:15PM

All-Female Cast Will Sing Love Songs for V-Day by Michael Gioia

Loni Ackerman and Caroline Bowman are among the evening’s performers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:02PM

Hamilton’s Jon Rua Will Star in New Musical Web Series by Michael Gioia

The musical comedy web series Rachel Unraveled will officially debut January 27.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

Hamilton’s Jon Rua Featured in New Musical Web Series by Michael Gioia

The musical comedy web series Rachel Unraveled will officially debut January 27.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

Denée Benton and The Great Comet Cast Heading to Broadway Sessions by Michael Gioia

The late-night series at the Laurie Beechman will welcome the Broadway cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Natalie Weiss Breaks Down the Riffs With The Voice’s Avery Wilson by Michael Gioia

After a year-long hiatus, Natalie Weiss debuts a new episode of Breaking Down the Riffs.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:50AM

In Transit Creator to Perform at Broadway Goes A Cappella Concert by Michael Gioia

The evening will be held at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:08AM

Beth Leavel Will Join Fellow Baby It’s You! Cast Member in Concert by Michael Gioia

Liz Byrne will make her solo debut at Feinstein’s/54 Below with special guest Leavel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:25AM

Kyle Dean Massey, Tommy Bracco, and Jackie Burns Will Sing From TV’s Nashville by Michael Gioia

The concert evening will be held at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:20AM

John Arthur Greene Celebrates Music of George Michael and Wham! by Michael Gioia

The concert event is held at New York City’s Cutting Room.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Chicago Children’s Theatre Opens New Home by Michael Gioia

An open house will be held January 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:35AM

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

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
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Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
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