All stories by Robert Viagas on BroadwayStars

Saturday, November 4, 2017

Christine Ebersole Continues After the Ball by Robert Viagas

The Tony-winning co-star of War Paint reprises her solo show Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Josh Groban Honored at Only Make Believe Gala November 6 by Robert Viagas

Lena Hall and Sierra Boggess will be featured at the event, hosted by SNL star Cecily Strong.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Friday, November 3, 2017

Wayward Brainchildren Offers Something to Think About in NYC by Robert Viagas

Brooklyn Sound stars Julia Mattison and Noel Carey bring their comedy revue to Joe’s Pub November 19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:57PM

Rebecca Luker Takes Westchester Back to Broadway’s Golden Age November 11 by Robert Viagas

The three-time Tony Award nominee will sing songs by Jerome Kern, Jule Styne, and Stephen Sondheim.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:55PM

Tonya Pinkins Will Help Lesley Ann Warren Bring Happiest Millionaire to Life Onstage by Robert Viagas

The Tony winner will join the original star of the classic 1967 Disney film in a December 3 benefit concert at Joe’s Pub.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:22PM

Les Misérables Tony Winner Frances Ruffelle Encores Her Club Show in NYC November 12 by Robert Viagas

Frances Ruffelle Live(S) in New York! returns to The Green Room 42.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:10PM

Irving Berlin’s This Is the Army Gets Rare NYC Performance This Veterans Day by Robert Viagas

The November 11 show marks the 75th anniversary of the 1942 musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:57AM

Robert Cuccioli and Klea Blackhurst Celebrate TRU Love in NYC November 5 by Robert Viagas

The 25th anniversary benefit will honor Broadway performer-producer Jana Robbins at Carolines Comedy Club.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Thursday, November 2, 2017

Sara Bareilles and Shaina Taub Will Help NY Pops Celebrate Female Songwriters by Robert Viagas

Betsy Wolfe will also reunite with her Last Five Years co-star Adam Kantor for the November 17 Carnegie Hall concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:58PM

Jason Alexander and Andrew Garfield Join Carnegie Hall Children's Monologues Benefit by Robert Viagas

Oscar winner Danny Boyle will direct the evening, which also features Audra McDonald, Javier Muñoz, Charlize Theron, and Susan Sarandon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:29PM

Lesli Margherita to Recur on 3 TV Series by Robert Viagas

The busy star of Broadway’s Matilda and Dames at Sea will be seen on Homeland and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:48PM

Betsy Wolfe and Jeremy Jordan Salute Broadway With Houston Symphony by Robert Viagas

Broadway Today: From Les Misérables to The Book of Mormon will give three performances, November 10-12.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:23PM

Vanessa Williams Spends ‘Sweetest Days’ in Connecticut November 4 by Robert Viagas

The Tony Award nominee will sing numbers from her Broadway hits at the Ridgefield Playhouse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:56AM

Brian Stokes Mitchell Takes the Stage at November 4 Dallas Concert by Robert Viagas

He will sing at the annual gala for Dallas Summer Musicals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:51AM
Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Prince of Broadway Star Tony Yazbeck Will Share His Life Story at The Green Room 42 in NYC by Robert Viagas

His December solo show will include music by the Gershwins, Joni Mitchell, and Coldplay.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:00PM

After Midnight Star Fantasia Barrino Plans Christmas Shows in NYC by Robert Viagas

Her Christmas After Midnight will play the Highline Ballroom and the Apollo Theatre in December.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:57PM

Whistling Girl Turns Dorothy Parker’s Witty Words Into a Cabaret Act by Robert Viagas

Irish Arts Center in NYC presents the show November 17–18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM

Linda Eder, Laura Michelle Kelly, Vivian Reed, and More Coming to Feinstein’s/54 Below November 2–9 by Robert Viagas

See all the theatre-related events scheduled this week at the intimate New York cabaret.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:34PM

Linda Eder Gives Career-Spanning Concerts in NYC November 3 and 4 by Robert Viagas

The Jekyll & Hyde star will take the stage at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:08AM

Chita Rivera Plans Appearance at NYC Chitty Chitty Screening by Robert Viagas

The November 19 event is a benefit for the United Palace cinema in upper Manhattan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:57AM
Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Cady Huffman Among Broadway Stars Singing at November 2 Benefit for Sandy Hook Foundation by Robert Viagas

The concert at Feinstein’s/54 Below in NYC will remember shooting victim Jessica Rekos.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:21PM

Singer-Songwriter Shaina Taub Named Winner of 2017 Fred Ebb Award by Robert Viagas

She has composed musical versions of Twelfth Night and As You Like It and collaborated with Bill Irwin.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

Aladdin Star Telly Leung Showcases His Solo Albums in December Concert by Robert Viagas

The In Transit and Allegiance star plans Connecticut showcase.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:47PM

Tony Nominee Rob Mathes Plans an Afternoon of Funk and Holiday Favorites in NYC by Robert Viagas

The orchestrator for Broadway’s The Last Ship is promising celebrity guests for the December 17 event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:32PM

Kyle Riabko Reimagines Richard Rodgers With Concerts in New York and Los Angeles by Robert Viagas

The Hair and Spring Awakening actor is celebrating the release of his new album with that title.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:36PM

November 1 NYC Bring Back Birdie Concert Restores Two Cut Songs by Robert Viagas

The short-lived 1981 Strouse & Adams sequel to Bye Bye Birdie gets a second chance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:27AM
Monday, October 30, 2017

George Salazar Will Sing the Songs of Joe Iconis in Two-Player Game by Robert Viagas

Performances are scheduled for March and April 2018 in NYC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:44PM

Ann Hampton Callaway Brings the Movies to Birdland October 31 by Robert Viagas

The five-night concert event is just one of many currently scheduled for the Tony Award nominee.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:46PM
Friday, October 27, 2017

How Theatre Fans Should Spend Halloween Night by Robert Viagas

Clubs, playhouses, and concert halls where you can catch some entertainment after you’re done collecting your treats.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

Stage Stars Take Part in NYC Concert Salute to Adele October 29 by Robert Viagas

Broadway and tour veterans will sing her hits at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

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