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Friday, December 20, 2013

Jeremy Shamos, Marin Hinkle & the Cast of Donald Margulies' Dinner with Friends Meet the Press by Ryan Gilbert

The table is set and the gang's all here! Tony nominee Jeremy Shamos, Darren Pettie, Marin Hinkle and Heather Burns are headed off-Broadway in Roundabout's revival of Donald Margulie…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:07PM

Watch Bebe Neuwirth Explain Why She’s Going from Murderess to Mama in Chicago by Ryan Gilbert

Stage, film and TV star Bebe Neuwirth made us all jump with joy when she revealed that she's heading back to the Tony-winning revival of Chicago as the sassy Matron "Mama" Mort…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:53AM
Thursday, December 19, 2013

As You Wish! Broadway Alum Ben Foster Engaged to House of Cards Emmy Nominee Robin Wright by Ryan Gilbert

Ben Foster, who appeared on Broadway in last season's Tony-nominated revival of Lyle Kessler's Orphans, is engaged to House of Cards star Robin Wright, according to Life & Style …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:55PM

Conor McPherson's The Night Alive, Starring Ciaran Hinds & Jim Norton, Extends Off-Broadway by Ryan Gilbert

This Night isn't coming to an end just yet! Atlantic Theater Company's American premiere presentation of Conor McPherson’s The Night Alive has extended its off-Broadway run at …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:49AM

Watch Commons of Pensacola's Sarah Jessica Parker Chat About Blythe Danner, Her Dog, SATC & More by Ryan Gilbert

Sarah Jessica Parker is giving one of the season's best performances as Becca, a 40-something, broke and out-of-work actress, who heads to Pensacola to visit her mother, played by Tony w…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:19AM
Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Darren Criss, Mandy Patinkin & More to Voice Hayao Miyazaki's The Wind Rises by Ryan Gilbert

Joseph Gordon-Levitt (a.k.a. the boy who needs to come to Broadway) will be voicing the lead role in the English-language release of Hayao Miyazaki's likely final film, The Wind Rises. A…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:34PM

Ben Vereen Is Aladdin's Holiday Genie, Drag Divas Channel Liza With a Z & More Cross-Country Highlights by Ryan Gilbert

Broadway.com is your go-to source for the latest on the Great White Way, but what about the hundreds of exciting shows being presented on stages all over the country? We've got the perfe…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:47AM
Tuesday, December 17, 2013

James Eckhouse to Play Robert McNamara in Broadway's All the Way, Starring Bryan Cranston by Ryan Gilbert

James Eckhouse will join the cast of the Broadway transfer of Robert Schenkkan's All the Way, starring Bryan Cranston as President Lyndon B. Johnson. Eckhouse will play Robert McNamara, …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:28AM

She's Got Class! Tony Winner Bebe Neuwirth to Return to Broadway's Chicago as Matron 'Mama' Morton by Ryan Gilbert

When you're good to mama...she'll come back home! Two-time Tony winner Bebe Neuwirth will return to the Tony-winning revival of Chicago as Matron "Mama" Morton. Beginning o…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:55AM
Friday, December 13, 2013

Bobby Cannavale on Why He Joined the Film Remake of Annie (Hint: He Gets to Dance with Cameron Diaz!) by Ryan Gilbert

Emmy winner and two-time Tony nominee Bobby Cannavale is playing a brand new character written for the forthcoming movie musical remake of Annie. So, who is this guy? He's a tough politi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:02PM

Watch Annie's Jamie Foxx, Quvenzhane Wallis, Cameron Diaz & More Break It Down to 'Tomorrow' in Harlem by Ryan Gilbert

Here's a first look at Jamie Foxx, Quvenzhané Wallis, Cameron Diaz and Rose Byrne in the new film adaptation of the hit musical Annie! The movie musical, adapted by Aline Brosh Mc…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:09PM

Samantha Bond, John Marquez & More Complete the Cast of Jerry Mitchell's U.K. Premiere of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels by Ryan Gilbert

Tony nominee Samantha Bond and John Marquez have joined the cast for the West End premiere of Tony winner Jerry Mitchell's production of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels as Muriel Eubanks and And…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:22AM
Thursday, December 12, 2013

700 Sundays' Billy Crystal Talks Being 'Waterboarded' by James Earl Jones on Late Show with David Letterman by Ryan Gilbert

Billy Crystal's Tony-winning 700 Sundays is one of the hottest tickets in town! The legendary comedian's fans are traveling from near and far to catch the solo show, which might…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:02PM

Get an Affectionate First Look at Tony Nominee Carol Lawrence in Jason Odell Williams' Handle With Care by Ryan Gilbert

Just in time for the holidays, a charming romantic comedy to warm your heart! Tony nominee Carol Lawrence (West Side Story) plays an Israeli grandmother in Emmy nominee Jason Odell Williams&…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:34PM

Tickets Now on Sale for CSC's A Man's A Man, Starring Justin Vivian Bond & Gabriel Frazier by Ryan Gilbert

Tickets are now available for the forthcoming production of Bertolt Brecht’s A Man's A Man, starring Tony nominee Justin Vivian Bond and Gabriel Frazier. The production will begin …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:07PM

Gibson Frazier, Martin Moran & More Join Justin Vivian Bond in Bertolt Brecht's A Man's A Man at CSC by Ryan Gilbert

The complete cast has been announced for Classic Stage Company's new production of Bertolt Brecht's A Man's A Man. Previews begin at the off-Broadway theater on January 10, 2014.…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:47PM

Business Bigwig Steve Wynn 'Likely' to Host Spider-Man, Turn Off the Dark on the Las Vegas Strip by Ryan Gilbert

Business magnate Steve Wynn, who played a pivotal role in reinvigorating and expanding Las Vegas' iconic Strip, is reportedly in talks to host the transfer of Broadway's Spider-Man, …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:02PM
Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Picture This! Will Spider-Man, Turn Off the Dark Embark on an Arena Tour in 2016? by Ryan Gilbert

Here's what we already know: Spider-Man, Turn Off the Dark is set to close at Broadway's Foxwoods Theatre on January 4, 2014, and the spectacle-heavy show is set to take over Las Veg…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:52PM

What's Your Hurry? Emma Thompson Previews Sweeney Todd's 'The Worst Pies in London' on Kelly & Michael by Ryan Gilbert

Half a minute can't you sit, sit you down! Emma Thompson, who's prepping to make her New York stage debut as Mrs. Lovett in the New York Philharmonic's production of Sweeney Todd…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:48PM

Cherry Jones, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen & More Come Together at 2013 Gypsy of the Year by Ryan Gilbert

The annual Gypsy of the Year competition is one of the Broadway community's favorite events, and the 2013 edition was no exception! Stage stars like Cherry Jones, Zachary Quinto, Pa…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:14PM

Daisy Eagan Shares a Santa Scandal, Duncan Sheik Heads to Winn Dixie & More Cross-Country Highlights by Ryan Gilbert

The holiday season is in full swing, and there's no better way to celebrate than with a night of great theater! This week’s Countrywide Guide highlights Daisy Eagan's adult-the…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:33PM

Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts & August: Osage County Ensemble Nominated for 2013 SAG Awards by Ryan Gilbert

August: Osage County stars Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts along with the film's ensemble of actors have been nominated for 2013 SAG Awards, presented annually by the Screen Actors Guild.…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:08AM

Say Hello to Four Magical Maggots! New Title Performers Announced for Broadway's Matilda by Ryan Gilbert

Four new young girls have been announced to share the title role in Matilda. Paige Brady, Gabriella Pizzolo, Ripley Sobo and Ava Ulloa will alternate in the role of the precocious youngster.…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:39AM
Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Tony Nominee John McMartin Joins the Broadway Cast of All the Way, Starring Bryan Cranston by Ryan Gilbert

John McMartin will join the cast of the Broadway transfer of Robert Schenkkan's All the Way, starring Bryan Cranston as President Lyndon B. Johnson. The five-time Tony nominee will play …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:25PM

Tony Winner Linda Lavin to Star in the World Premiere of Nicky Silver's Too Much Sun at Vineyard Theatre by Ryan Gilbert

Tony winner Linda Lavin is set to return to the Vineyard Theatre in the world premiere of playwright Nicky Silver's new play Too Much Sun. Directed by Tony nominee Mark Brokaw, Too Much …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:19PM
Monday, December 9, 2013

On the Right Track! Craig Zadan and Neil Meron to Produce James Ponsoldt's Pippin Film Adaptation by Ryan Gilbert

Craig Zadan and Neil Meron, the powerhouse producing team behind The Sound of Music Live!, Smash, the Chicago film adaptation and the revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Try…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:01PM

Hit Maker: Backstage at Jersey Boys with Drew Gehling, Episode 5: The Secrets of the Quick-Change! by Ryan Gilbert

In this week's episode of Hit Maker, Drew Gehling shows fans how he and his fellow Jersey Boys pull off their quick changes in the wings of the August Wilson Theatre. Also, the cast says…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:39PM

Broadway Alum Rob Campbell Joins the Cast of All the Way, Starring Bryan Cranston by Ryan Gilbert

Rob Campbell will join the cast of the Broadway transfer of Robert Schenkkan's All the Way, starring Bryan Cranston as President Lyndon B. Johnson. The Broadway vet will play Governor Ge…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:16PM

Bill Heck, Aaron Krohn & Gayle Rankin Join Cabaret Revival, Starring Alan Cumming and Michelle Williams by Ryan Gilbert

Divine decadence darling! The full company for the forthcoming Broadway revival of Cabaret is complete. Bill Heck, Aaron Krohn and Gayle Rankin have joined the Roundabout Theatre Company pro…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:01PM

Oh My Gawd! Emmy Nominee Fran Drescher to Make Her Broadway Debut as Madame in Cinderella by Ryan Gilbert

Two-time Emmy nominee Fran Drescher will make her Broadway debut as Ella's stepmother Madame in the Tony-nominated Broadway revival of Cinderella. Drescher will begin performances on Feb…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:31PM

We Dance! Kenita R. Miller, Michael James Scott and More to Headline Once on This Island Benefit Concert by Ryan Gilbert

And the gods heard our prayers! Kenita R. Miller (The Color Purple), Michael James Scott (Aladdin), Joe Aaron Reid (If/Then) and Andre Ward (Rock of Ages) will star in a one-night-only …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:32PM

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