All stories by Robert Viagas on BroadwayStars

Monday, September 25, 2017

The Badass Women of Broadway Will Strut in NYC to Help Hurricane Victims by Robert Viagas

Broadway veterans will sing their songs at the September 28 concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:26PM

Theatre Under the Stars Founder Frank M. Young Dead at 77 by Robert Viagas

As founder of the 5th Avenue Theatre Association, he was also instrumental in the development of Jekyll & Hyde.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:44PM

Laura Osnes Explores The World of Rodgers and Hammerstein September 26 by Robert Viagas

She is bringing her Cockeyed Optimists show to Manhattan’s Cafe Carlyle.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:51AM

Original Grease Star Will Honor Fantasticks Creators at NYC Concert by Robert Viagas

Thank You for Your Love will co-star Sweeney Todd‘s Sarah Rice October 1 and 7.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM

Kathleen Turner Makes Her Cabaret Debut in Philadelphia September 25 by Robert Viagas

The Oscar and Tony nominee will sing and tell stories for two performances.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Lucie Arnaz Promises ‘Music and Fun’ at September 25 Underground Fundraiser by Robert Viagas

The star of Broadway‘s They’re Playing Our Song will perform with the New York Pops.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

George Salazar Showcases New Musical KareHouse at Joe’s Pub September 25–26 by Robert Viagas

The “way of living” show from Libby Winters and Michael Kimmel sets NYC premiere.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Sunday, September 24, 2017

150 Acts Promised for NYC’s Metropolitan Room Cabaret 24-Hour Marathon September 24–25 by Robert Viagas

Julie Budd, Billy Stritch, Christine Pedi, Jim Brochu, and Sheryl Lee Ralph lead the lineup.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Lillias White Pays Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald in San Francisco September 24 by Robert Viagas

She will headline the Venetian Room’s Centennial Celebration of the late great jazz singer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Friday, September 22, 2017

Raúl Esparza and Daniel Jenkins Recreate Censored Shows in Banned Together by Robert Viagas

The unusual concert will take place at Joe’s Pub in NYC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:35AM

Andréa Burns Shares How She’s Done It and Dreaming It in Concert by Robert Viagas

The In the Heights star will review her past and preview her future in her Greenwich Village concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:58AM

Seth Rudetsky Brings His Deconstructing Patti Show to Broadway September 24 by Robert Viagas

LuPone will recreate some iconic performances, and Rudesky will deconstruct them to aid BC/EFA.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM
Thursday, September 21, 2017

Chita Rivera and Marin Mazzie Among Stars Paying Tribute to Anastasia Playwright by Robert Viagas

Classic Stage Company is saluting playwright Terrence McNally as part of its 50th anniversary season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:57PM

150 Acts Promised for NYC’s Metropolitan Room Cabaret 24-Hour Marathon Extravaganza by Robert Viagas

Julie Budd, Billy Stritch, Christine Pedi, and Sheryl Lee Ralph lead the lineup.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

Lillias White Will Pay Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald at the Venetian Room by Robert Viagas

She will headline the San Francisco venue's September 24 Centennial Celebration.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Ute Lemper Invites You to Weep With Her at Songs From the Broken Heart by Robert Viagas

She will pour out her sorrows September 24 and 25 at Joe’s Pub in NYC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:50AM
Wednesday, September 20, 2017

Kyle Dean Massey, Lucie Arnaz, and More Coming to Feinstein’s/54 Below September 21–28 by Robert Viagas

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:42PM

Kelli O’Hara Headlines Solo Concert in Pittsburgh September 25 by Robert Viagas

The August Wilson Center for African American Culture season continues with Cheyenne Jackson, Marin Mazzie, and other Broadway stars.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:00PM

Santino Fontana Brings Solo Concert to Birdland by Robert Viagas

The Tony Award nominee and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend co-star will share his take on standards from the Great American Songbook.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:56PM
Tuesday, September 19, 2017

92Y Street Fest to Offer Free Peeks at Broadway Shows October 1 by Robert Viagas

NYC’s 92nd Street Y will host dance, music, and theatre performances.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:34PM

Exclusive: Tony Winner Frances Ruffelle to Reveal Her ‘Fiery Passion’ in New Club Show by Robert Viagas

Frances Ruffelle Live(S) in New York! bows October 8 at The Green Room 42 in NYC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:52PM

Michael Feinstein Announces February 2018 Concert in Arizona by Robert Viagas

Backed by a 17-piece big band, the singer has joined the lineup at Musicfest.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM

Christine Andreas and Klea Blackhurst Will Headline NYC Gershwins and Friends Concert by Robert Viagas

The Schimmel Center will also host American Dance Spectacular!.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:28PM

Four Broadway Stars Come to Jazz at Lincoln Center This Holiday Season by Robert Viagas

Leslie Odom Jr., Sutton Foster, Stephanie J. Block, and Andrew Rannells will perform concerts on successive evenings.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:04PM

Nashville Star Kyle Dean Massey Returns to Feinstein’s/54 Below by Robert Viagas

The Wicked and Pippin star will sing at the NYC venue September 20 and 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:34AM

Glee Star Dianna Agron Bows at Café Carlyle September 19–23 by Robert Viagas

She will perform songs originally written for, or performed by, men.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:38AM
Monday, September 18, 2017

Marcy Goldrich and Zina Heisler Will Share Songs and Stories in Hollywood by Robert Viagas

The team that wrote Ever After and Junie B. Jones will play selections from their shows October 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:32PM

Glenn Close, Michael Cerveris, and Charlotte d’Amboise Announced for NYC Dance Event by Robert Viagas

Songs I’ve Sung on Broadway… and One I Wish I Had will benefit the National Dance Institute.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:15PM

George Salazar Will Showcase New Musical KareHouse at Joe’s Pub by Robert Viagas

The “way of living” show from Libby Winters and Michael Kimmel sets NYC premiere.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:38PM

Rockers on Broadway Concert Will Salute Broadway Cares Chief Tom Viola by Robert Viagas

Broadway stars will demonstrate their rock chops at the 24th annual concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:36PM

Underappreciated Musicals Get a Moment to Shine in Only Even Runs a Minute Concert by Robert Viagas

Tickets are now on sale for the next in the series of songs from obscure musicals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:34PM