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Thursday, January 4, 2024

Off Broadway Theater News by Sandi Durell

The return of one of the most captivating theatrical experiences of the Fall, a New York Theater’s Memorable Moments on Stage in 2023—Krymov Lab NYC’s rendition of Pushkin “Eugene …

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Holiday Week Shows Gross Highest Record by Sandi Durell

It was a fantastic holiday week at the box office, with 20 shows grossing over $1M. The total grosses for all shows was $10M higher than this year’s Thanksgiving week. Some Like It Hot c…

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Music and Cabaret Updates by Sandi Durell

Tony Award nominee Melissa Errico will be joining internationally acclaimed performer Jules Grison (Romeo and Juliet), in Formidable! Aznavour, a centennial celebration of the legendar…

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Marvelous Marilyn Maye Makes Magic New Year’s Eve at Birdland by Sandi Durell

Cabaret Review By Sandi Durell . . . What might the Queen of Cabaret have in store on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2023 for her fans and friends? Just every most requested song she’s eve…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 08:20AM

Theater News and Updates by Sandi Durell

Although many shows struggling to sell tickets have closed at the beginning of 2024, it’s no secret that shows face weather conditions, less tourists and local audiences during January and…

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Monday, January 1, 2024

Maurice Hines Has Passed by Sandi Durell

by Sandi Durell . . . . Maurice Hines passed on December 29th, a tap dancing legend, and brother of Gregory Hines who passed in 2003. He had been living at the Actors Fund Home in Englewood,…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:07AM
Sunday, December 31, 2023

Happy New Year! by Sandi Durell

THEATER PIZZAZZ WISHES EACH OF YOU A VERY HAPPY, PEACEFUL 2024 *MAY ALL YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE* The post Happy New Year! appeared first on Theater Pizzazz.

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Saturday, December 30, 2023

International Fringe Encore Series by Sandi Durell

SoHo Playhouse’s full lineup for their 2024 International Fringe Encore Series, will be running Off-Broadway from January 4 – February 11. Join SoHo Playhouse and stars from global Fring…

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Friday, December 29, 2023

Recap of Some 2023 Theater Reviews by Sandi Durell

By Sandi Durell . . . . There were lots of shows on and off Broadway this past season . . . some that made your blood boil, your heart pound, some that filled you with laughter or brought yo…

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The Barricade Boys by Sandi Durell

The Barricade Boys – Kieran Brown, Scott Garnham, Craig Mather, Simon Schofield (UK’s #1 West End Group), are heading back to 54 Below on January 15th and 16th for encore performances a…

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

The Siegel Column-The 2023-24 Season At The Crossroads by Sandi Durell

By Barbara & Scott Siegel . .  . Here we are at the crossroads of the 2023-24 season. As always, there are things to praise and things left better unspoken. But the bigger picture is mo…

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

The New York Pops—The Best Christmas of All by Sandi Durell

Music Review by Marilyn Lester . . . . In naming the annual Christmas concert at Carnegie Hall The Best Christmas of All, The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reinek…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:29AM
Tuesday, December 26, 2023

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO THE SOUTH FLORIDA CABARET SINGERS’ COMMUNITY by Sandi Durell

On January 16, 2024, @ 6:30 to 9:30 pm, the South Florida Cabaret Singers Community will be holding their First Anniversary Open Mic Night at Café Centro, hosted by co-founders Meri Ziev an…

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Sunday, December 24, 2023

WISHING ALL a HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON by Sandi Durell

ALL OF US HERE AT THEATER PIZZAZZ ARE WISHING YOU A HOLIDAY FILLED WITH GOOD HEALTH, PEACEFUL TIMES AND JOY! Sandi Durell – Publisher/Editor JK Clarke – Assistant Editor/Writer Marcina Z…

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Theater Upcoming 2024 by Sandi Durell

Crime and Punishment/A.R.T – After Midnight/Paper Mill Playhouse – Ernie’s Secret Life/Dixon Place – Teeth/Playwrights Horizons – The Following Evening/Perelman Arts Center – Kri…

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Saturday, December 23, 2023

Cabaret – Music Upcoming by Sandi Durell

Drew Gasparini/54 Below – Richard C. Walter/54 Below – Alysha Umpress & Jeff Blumenkrantz/The Green Room 42 – Fifth Avenue a Jazz Musical Comedy/Don’t Tell Mama – Deborah Stone…

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Friday, December 22, 2023

Ricky’s Back in Town by Sandi Durell

Review By Myra Chanin. . . . I arrived in New York recently to see Ricky Ritzel’s latest Broadway at my home away from home, Don’t Tell Mama. Fortunately, some of the leading lights of R…

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Hannah Waddingham is “Home for Christmas” with Sparkly New Apple TV+ Special by Sandi Durell

by Matt Smith . . . . “Merry Christmas, everyone! Welcome to my festive extravaganza!” the eternally radiant Hannah Waddingham shouts to legions of friends and fans as she stands center …

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

Theater Upcoming 2024 and More News by Sandi Durell

Keen Company/Glory Days – MTC/Brooklyn Laundry – LCT/Corruption – PACNYC/Between Two Knees – Into The Woods’Milky White/Museum of Broadway – ArsNovaBall Will Honor Alex TImbers L…

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Created at the Algonquin by Sandi Durell

Review by Marilyn Lester . . . . There once was a little girl named Eloise, who lived at the Plaza Hotel. And there once was a boy named Michael who lived at the Algonquin Hotel. But Eloise …

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Darren Criss Revels In His “Very Darren Crissmas” at Town Hall on Holiday Tour by Sandi Durell

by Matt Smith . . . . “It’s the holiday season / and Darren Criss is comin’ round / His Christmas show has just hit the ground / Good evening, New York, I just got into town / And I’…

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

A Christmas Carol at the Merchant’s House Museum by Sandi Durell

Theater Review By Marcina Zaccaria . . . Summoners Ensemble creates an emotional journey with their presentation of A Christmas Carol at the Merchant’s House. Walking up the stairs, throug…

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AN INTERVIEW WITH STEPHEN COLE, AUTHOR OF “MARY & ETHEL … AND MIKEY WHO?” by Sandi Durell

By Ron Fassler. . . . Stephen Cole has had a life in the theatre that has rewarded him many times over by way of writing the books and lyrics for a number of original musicals. Invested in s…

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30 Years of Encores! JELLY’S LAST JAM by Sandi Durell

Drum roll, please 🥁 Introducing the newest cast members for JELLY’S LAST JAM! Feb 21 – Mar 3 – Book by George C. Wolfe, music by Jelly Roll Morton, lyrics by Susan Birkenhead at …

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy Begins January 25 by Sandi Durell

Vineyard Theatre Artistic Director Sarah Stern and Managing Director Suzanne Appel announce the cast and design team for their upcoming production of Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Co…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 03:33PM
Monday, December 18, 2023

Gospel Brunch at 54 Below by Sandi Durell

by Sandi Durell . . . . A new venture with old friends is the best way to describe the warm feeling and friendly reception of 54 Below’s latest offering, The Gospel Brunch. Bandleader…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 01:38PM
Sunday, December 17, 2023

More Off-Broadway Theater by Sandi Durell

Latine Musical Theatre Lab – Saw the Musical Extended – Rattlestick Theatre/Spiritus Virgil’s Dance – Fire This Time Festival/FRIGID New York . . . . The 15th annual The Fire This T…

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Cabaret – Music Upcoming by Sandi Durell

Lisa Howard/54Below – Felicia Finely/Green Room 42 – James Barbour/Birdland – NYPops/Montego Glover – Andrea McArdle/54Below James Barbour returns to Birdland with his annual Holiday…

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Days of Wine and Roses Broadway Begin Rehearsals by Sandi Durell

The cast of Days of Wine and Roses is back in rehearsals ahead of the new musical’s Broadway premiere. Adapted from the 1962 film and original 1958 teleplay, the new musical features a b…

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

“CHRISTINE EBERSOLE & BILLY STRITCH: I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS”at 54 BELOW by Sandi Durell

Cabaret Review By Ron Fassler . . . . In the early days of her stage career, Christine Ebersole waited for her break while standing by and replacing in her first three Broadway shows. By 198…

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UPCOMING OFF BROADWAY by Sandi Durell

 For its premiere at the 2023 Hollywood Fringe Festival, Jiggs Burgess’ new play WOUNDED took home the prestigious 2023 International Fringe Encore Series Award, awarding it an Off-Bro…

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All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic
TBA: Ragtime