Friday, October 7, 2011 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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George Baker

Versatile actor and writer best known as Inspector Wexford in the TV versions of Ruth Rendell's detective storiesOf all the television detectives of recent years, George Baker's Inspector We…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:31PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Off Broadway Theater Review: MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD (Primary Stages) by Bruce Dorn

A DIFFICULT FIRST TRIMESTER Primary Stages’ latest offering, Motherhood Out Loud, is a compilation of material, predominantly monologues, culled from 14 different writers’ who give t…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 10:45PM

NYM 17 - Eli Bolin by Music Theatre International

NYM 17 - Eli Bolin This month we're talking to the songwriting powerhouse that is Eli Bolin. Among Eli's numerous accolades are songs for Sesame Street, work with children's im…

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:31PM

Stage Rush TV, Episode 79: Christina Bianco's celebrity impressions by Stage-Rush

Stage Rush TV, Episode 79: Christina Bianco's celebrity impressions Talking points: Celine Dion, Bernadette Peters, and Kristin Chenoweth introduce this week's episode! (Just w…

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:27PM

#NEWPLAY LABS: Scriptworks in Austin, Texas by Arena Stage

ScriptWorks is both a playwright-driven service organization and a theatrical producing company. We exist to support dramatic writers by providing opportunities at all stages in the writing …

SOURCE: Arena Stage at 10:10PM

SOUTHERN COMFORT - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

"Emotion alone is not enough to make a good musical."

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 10:09PM

Broadway on TV: Lysistrata Jones by JK

I come to this commercial with the advantage of having seen the show already.  And I can affirm that it is a terrific representation of the show it advertises.The very set up of the com…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 10:03PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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TCG launches new grant

Legit News: Funds will support new theater leaders -- Theater Communications Group has snagged a hefty $1 million from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to fund a grant program that supports l…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:45PM

New York honors Sondheim, TDF

Legit News: Six to receive Mayor's Award in arts -- Stephen Sondheim and the Gotham-based Theater Development Fund are among the recipients of the 2011 Mayor's Award for Arts and Culture.

SOURCE: Variety at 09:44PM

Chicago Shakespeare opens 25th season with Sondheim’s ‘Follies’

HEDY WEISS: Gary Griffin’s revival of Stephen Sondheim’s ‘Follies’ at Chicago Shakespeare ­— where, for years, Sondheim has been seen as America’s counterpart to the Bard — is…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 09:24PM

Regional Theater Review: SOMEWHERE (Old Globe in San Diego) by Milo Shapiro

THERE’S TALENT SOMEWHERE IN THIS FAMILY With West Side Story lighting up Broadway only blocks from their home, the Candelarias are inspired that Chita Rivera has cracked open the doors of …

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 09:12PM

Spalding Gray’s Tortured Soul by Introduction By Nell Casey

As his diary reveals, the man who would say anything didn’t tell us everything.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:03PM

Boston Court Excavates John Walch’s The Dinosaur Within by Stephanie Jones

Three stories intersect in John Walch's The Dinosaur Within at the Boston Court. One is about an Aboriginal father and son from Australia, another is about a forgotten Hollywood star and the…

SOURCE: LA STAGE Times at 09:02PM

6 Days ’til Godspell: A potpourri of to-dos. by Ken

Tech continues today over at Circle in the Square, but as a Producer, I can’t spend all my time in the theater.  These days, I check in about three times a day:  once during the morn…

SOURCE: Day By Day: The Producer’s Perspective at 09:00PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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#NEWPLAY ASKS: What's the Future of Theater? Response from @JennyJanuary by Arena Stage

Click here for Jennifer Lane's (@JennyJanuary) answer to "What is the Future of Theater?" If you want to share your video on this blog, here's a super easy way to do it: 1. You can…

SOURCE: Arena Stage at 08:48PM

"Apples" has familiar taste of teenage rebellion by Kateri McRae

Review: Savyon Librecht's award-winning "Apples from the Desert" isn't the first to tell a story of teenage rebellion from a Jewish perspective, but the tale is has crafted artfully. Kater…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 08:43PM

Regional Theater Review: HOW THE WORLD BEGAN (South Coast Rep) by Jason Rohrer

UNINTELLIGENT DESIGN When a writer writes, sometimes the heavens open up; but more frequently, nothing opens except the mouth.  The difference between what we wish to say and what gets said…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 08:04PM

CTG Announces 2011-2012 Writers’ Workshop Participants by LA Stage Alliance

Center Theatre Group has selected seven LA-based playwrights for its 2011-2012 Writers’ Workshop. They include Padraic Duffy, Larissa FastHorse, Sigrid Gilmer, Prince Gomolvilas, Jennifer…

SOURCE: LA STAGE Times at 08:02PM

The Silicon Valley Celtic Music Ecosystem by Chloe Veltman

Last night, I found myself sitting in someone's living room with around 40 other strangers, listening to Brendan Begley & Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh, two amazing Irish folk musicians, play…

SOURCE: Chloe Veltman at 08:00PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Hollywood Neverending by Sam Hurwitt

THEATER REVIEW: SAN FRANCISCO Show #93: Once in a Lifetime, American Conservatory Theater, September 28. By Sam Hurwitt American Conservatory Theater has kicked off its season with an oddit…

SOURCE: The Idiolect at 07:50PM

The Book of Mormon by The Tyro Theatre Critic

My prayers were answered and I finally got myself to "The Book of Mormon". A show so lauded it was surely doomed to disappoint. But it didn't. Relentlessly funny, with hum-along tunes and cr…

SOURCE: The Tyro Theatre Critic at 07:47PM

BWW POLLS: Who Do You Think Would Play the Perfect Lady Gaga? by BroadwayWorld

Stefani Germanotta, aka Lady Gaga, has very quickly made herself a household name across the world, and it seems that her influence doesn't end with just her music. Lifetime announced this w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:39PM

Chicago Shakespeare opens 25th season with Stephen Sondheim’s ‘Follies’

HEDY WEISS: Gary Griffin’s revival of Stephen Sondheim’s ‘Follies’ at Chicago Shakespeare ­— where, for years, Sondheim has been seen as America’s counterpart to the Bard — is…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 07:36PM

The Rock 'n' Roll Icons of "Million Dollar Quartet": James Moye on Sam Phillips by Broadway.com

The Rock 'n' Roll Icons of "Million Dollar Quartet": James Moye on Sam Phillips In the latest installment of Whole Lotta Shakin': The Rock 'n' Roll Icons of &#…

SOURCE: YouTube at 07:24PM

Exclusive Video! In Rehearsal with the Stars of the National Tour of Memphis by Broadway.com

Hockadoo! After winning four Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Memphis is touring the country. The musical about the birth of rock ‘n’ roll and the passionate DJ that crossed …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:21PM

In Rehearsal with "Memphis" Tour Stars Bryan Fenkart and Felicia Boswell by Broadway.com

Hockadoo! After winning four Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Memphis is touring the country. The musical about the birth of rock 'n' roll and the passionate DJ that crossed race lines f…

SOURCE: YouTube at 07:20PM

Theater review: Powerful "Mockingbird" gets under America's skin color by John Moore

Review: Done well, "To Kill a Mockingbird" should not just move audiences. It should move lumps to their throats, coax tears from their eyes and turn their stomachs. The Denver Center The…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 07:20PM

The Frog Prince and Fairy Tale Theatre’s Other Transformations by June Chandler

The co-producer and director of  Fairy Tale Theatre recalls her own initial fascination with the transformative powers of theater and how that experience led to the current mission behind S…

SOURCE: LA STAGE Times at 07:14PM

"Godspell According to Telly" Video Blog with Telly Leung - Episode 1 by Broadway.com

As Godspell readies for it's big Broadway bow, Broadway.com is bringing you all the backstage action of the show thanks to our newest video blogger, Telly Leung. In the first installment of …

SOURCE: YouTube at 07:10PM

This week's new comedy by James Kettle

Misery Bear's Guide To Love And Heartbreak, BookAdmirers of quality web comedy may already be aware of Misery Bear, the cute, fluffy teddy who combines serial failure in the world of romance…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:09PM

This week's new theatre and dance by Mark Cook, Lyn Gardner, Judith Mackrell

Good, ManchesterFormer JMK award-winner Polly Findlay has done some fine, often edgy work with shows such as the scorching Thyestes at the Arcola Theatre and a coolly confident production of…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:08PM

Al-Bassam Theatre Takes Inspiration From Shakespeare and the Arab Spring by Jeffrey Brown , Saskia De Melker

Kuwaiti playwright and theater director Sulayman al-Bassam adapts Shakespearean plays to the modern Arab context to explore issues of religion and society in the contemporary Gulf. Art Beat …

SOURCE: PBS at 07:05PM

Dramatists Guild Responds to 'Black Stars of the Great White Way' Photo by BroadwayWorld

As a part of a century-old tradition, a photo shoot was held in Times Square today for a photoshoot featuring 'Black Stars of the Great White Way,' but not everyone was thrilled about this …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:04PM

Life as a children's entertainer

A love of showing off led Matthew Arnold to a career as Mr Marvel. Twenty-five years on, keeping children entertained still gives him a magical feelingMatthew Arnold is worried. He fear…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:04PM

Off Broadway Theater Interview: Carlo Alban, writer and performer of INTRINGULIS by Gregory Fletcher

THE UNDOCUMENTED Intringulis, an autobiographical play written and performed by Carlo Alban, is now in production at Off Broadway’s INTAR.  Stage and Cinema caught up with him recently to…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 07:02PM

See You Later, Alligator! London’s Million Dollar Quartet Sets Closing Date by Broadway.com

The London production of rockabilly musical Million Dollar Quartet will play its last jam session on January 14, 2012. The Eric Schaeffer-helmed show opened at the Noël Coward on Februa…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:00PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Whole Lotta Shakin': The Rock 'n' Roll Icons of 'Million Dollar Quartet': James Moye on Rock Godfather Sam Phillips by Broadway.com

In the latest installment of Whole Lotta Shakin': The Rock 'n' Roll Icons of 'Million Dollar Quartet', Broadway.com is getting under the skin of the godfather of rock &ls…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:51PM

Theater review: Powerful "Mockingbird" gets under America's skin color by John Moore

Done well, "To Kill a Mockingbird" should not just move audiences. It should move lumps to their throats, coax tears from their eyes and turn their stomachs.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 06:41PM

Quick Note by Tim

If you look in the sidebar, you’ll see a couple of links to articles on my theater Tumblr, where I post links to theater-related articles. And there you’ll find links to two hot …

SOURCE: direct address at 06:39PM

Jerry O'Connell Lives with His Parents, Broadway's Messiah Mania and Other Lessons of the Week by Broadway.com

It's curtain down for another week on Broadway as plenty of big stories made headlines. Here's a look back at the valuable lessons we learned from this week's juicy news. Be…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:32PM

Jerry O'Connell Lives with His Parents, Broadway's Got Messiah Mania and Other Lessons of the Week by Broadway.com

It's curtain down for another week on Broadway as plenty of big stories made headlines. Here's a look back at the valuable lessons we learned from this week's juicy news. Be…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:32PM

Video Feature: Getting Into Godspell by Tristan Fuge

Hunter Parrish, Anna Maria Perez de Tagle, and the cast of the Broadway revival of Godspell provide a sneak peek at the new production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:30PM

State Theatre of Chicago to Open Season With The World Over by Ryan Chavis

Keith Bunin's The World Over will open the the State Theatre of Chicago 2011-2012 season. Tim Speicher will direct the production, which will perform at ARCC Ballet, October 17-Novembe…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:24PM

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: October 1-7 by BroadwayWorld

Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week, or you're just in the mood for a recap of everything theatre, BroadwayWorld's feature, 'This Week in Pictures' is here to satisfy y…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:17PM

EAST LANSING IS ECSTATIC OVER JERSERY BOYS by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

JERSEY BOYS, the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical, opened to rave reviews in East Lansing (MI) at the Wharton Center, on Friday, September 30 (performances began Wednesday,…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 06:14PM

Suicide, Incorporated - About the Show by Roundabout Theatre Company

Suicide, Incorporated - About the Show The right words can be hard to find, especially when they're your last. Andrew Hinderaker's provocative and darkly funny new play takes us to …

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:11PM

Fuse Poetry Review: Heaney Still by Daniel Bosch

Must age diminish a great poet’s strengths? If I grant that age has such power, I’m left to ponder the truly strange fact that death does not.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 06:09PM

West End Production of Million Dollar Quartet to Shutter in January by Mark Shenton


The West End production of Million Dollar Quartet is to shutter at the Noel Coward Theatre Jan. 14, 2012, after a run of less than a year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:07PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Myra Slotnick's "The Weight of Water" Opens Tonight by Byrne Harrison

 The Weight of Water Myra Slotick, Geany Masai, David Drake Photo by Bobby Miller, 2011 On October 6th, 2011, the Provincetown Theater company will continue to enrich its legac…

SOURCE: Stage Buzz at 05:49PM

Chi Chi LaRue, Annie Sprinkle to Be Featured At Masquerotica by Ryan Chavis

Adult entertainment icons Chi Chi LaRue and Annie Sprinkle will be featured artists at Masquerotica, a Halloween-themed blend of the sex, musical and theatrical communities to be held at the…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:47PM

Japan's magical landscapes: there's noh place like it

Melancholy landscapes, wild waterfalls and hidden shrines – follow a noh theatre-inspired trail through the Kii peninsula and to rugged Sado Island in Japan, your Favourite Long-haul Count…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:44PM

CHART TOPPERS: Top-Grossing Broadway Productions, Week of Sept. 26-Oct. 2 by Michael C. Gioia

Here are the top-grossing Broadway productions for the week of Sept. 26-Oct. 2, 2011, as reported by The Broadway League. MUSICALS Wicked (Gerswhin Theatre), $1,593,748 The Lion King (Minsko…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:38PM

The Week in Culture Pictures, Oct. 7 by The New York Times

A slide show of photographs of cultural events from this week.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:38PM

L.A.'s Moses Supposes, With Karen Black, Will Now Begin Oct. 12 by Adam Hetrick

The Los Angeles world premiere of Ellen Melaver's Moses Supposes, starring Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner Karen Black, has delayed the start of previews to Oct. 12.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:33PM

Blanka Zizka to Receive Zelda Fichandler Award by Ryan Chavis

The Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has awarded The 2011 Zelda Fichandler Award to Blanka Zizka of The Wilma Theater. It will be presented to her at a free public presentation …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:24PM

People You Should Know . . . Kelsey Formost by Zack

Kelsey Formost is an NYC-basedactor/singer/nerd/artist/funny girl from San Diego, CA. New York theatreincludes a workshop of new play Final Sunday at Playwrights Horizons, Dancingat Lughnasa…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 05:23PM

SLSO pairs conductor, Mozart to thrilling effect

There are many reasons why listening to recordings can never really replace going to live performances: the spontaneity, the surprise in innovative programming that puts different works toge…

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 05:15PM

VIDEO FLASH: Ralph Fiennes, Vanessa Redgrave, et al. in CoriolanusTrailer by Brian Scott Lipton

The Weinstein Company has released a trailer for Ralph Fiennes' film version of William Shakespeare's Coriolanus. The movie is scheduled for release on December 2. Fiennes plays …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:14PM

Hippies and Poppins and ghouls, oh my! by Richard Ouzounian

Toronto’s musicals this fall run the gamut from Disney to Green Day.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 05:13PM

Philly's Blanka Zizka Named Fichandler Award Recipient; DC's Howard Shalwitz Is Finalist by Kenneth Jones

Director Blanka Zizka of Philadelphia's The Wilma Theater is the 2011 recipient of The Zelda Fichandler Award, recognizing an outstanding director or choreographer transforming the regio…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:13PM

Theater Review | 'The Speaker’s Progress': ‘The Speaker’s Progress’ in Brooklyn - Review by Jason Zinoman

“The Speaker’s Progress,” an elegantly staged satire about the Arab world from the Kuwaiti playwright Sulayman al-Bassam, is at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:11PM

B'Way Star Bianca Marroquin Judges on Univision's 'Mira Quien Baila! by BroadwayWorld

Broadway star Bianca Marroquin is now a judge on Univision's second season of Mira Quien Baila Look Who's Dancing

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:10PM

Bill Cosby, Chita Rivera to share NYC benefit show by Mark Kennedy

At 74, Bill Cosby says he doesn't want to dawdle. "When you hit the 70 mark, some of your friends have been destroyed or are dead," the comedian and activist says by phone. "You keep going, …

SOURCE: Boston Globe at 05:10PM

The Threepenny Opera at BAM by Jonathan Mandell

Everybody from Louis Armstrong to Bobby Darin to Sting has recorded its music; Bob Dylan has said he was “aroused straightaway by the raw intensity of the songs.” It’s been on Broadway…

SOURCE: The Faster Times at 05:09PM

'My Last Play' Is One for the Books by Jennifer Schuessler

And there were a whole lot of those books.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:07PM

Rachel Griffiths Joining ‘Other Desert Cities’ by Patrick Healy

Rachel Griffiths, formerly of “Six Feet Under” and “Brothers & Sisters,” will make her Broadway debut in “Other Desert Cities.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:03PM

J’recuse by Howard Sherman

Tweets, blogs and other manners of Internet posting have been aflame since this morning, when Charles Isherwood of The New York Times declared online that he wished to forego having to revie…

SOURCE: 2AMT at 05:01PM

Mixed Marriage

Legit Reviews: Anyone who believes issue-based political dramas only arrived in the 1970s will be shocked by "Mixed Marriage," St. John Ervine's tragedy unearthed by the unstintingly enterpr…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:01PM

The Mountaintop’s climb to Broadway from London by Elizabeth Renzetti

The imagining of Martin Luther King’s last night on Earth took a circuitous route to its debut on the Great White Way

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 05:00PM

And Slowly Beauty: Magical play unfolds like a beautiful dance by Susan Walker

A bored, frustrated worker discovers the transformative power of art

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 05:00PM

Confessional playwright bares his soul - and his sex life by Martin Morrow

It was the crowd-pleaser of Toronto Fringe Festival, and while it’s more stand-up than true theatre, James Gangl’s comic act of confession is still hilarious

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 05:00PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: Caesura: A Butchery (The Plagiarists) by Scotty Zacher

While I appreciate The Plagiarists’ ambition, at a fast-paced intermission-free 90 minutes, Caesura: A Butchery is interesting but exhausting – and has limited appeal, attracting a very …

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 04:55PM

West End's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Close January 14 by BroadwayWorld

According to Whatsonstage.com, the West End production of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET will close on January 14, 2012. Since its West End premiere, on 28 February 2011, this feel-good crowd-please…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:54PM

Casting Announced for Shakespeare's Twelfth Night at The Old Globe by Ryan Chavis

Casting has been announced for The Old Globe/University of San Diego Graduate Theatre Program presentation of William Shakespeare's renowned comedy, Twelfth Night. The production is se…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:50PM

MAN AND BOY Will Be Featured on NPR This Weekend by BroadwayWorld

Man and Boy's star Frank Langella will be interviewed by Scott Simon tomorrow on NPR's Weekend Edition tune into WNYC 820AM or 93.9FM between 8-10AM.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:49PM

Photo Flash: MEMPHIS' Montego Glover & David Bryan Perform National Anthem at RedBulls Game by BroadwayWorld

MEMPHIS' Montego Glover and David Bryan performed the National Anthem at the NY RedBulls vs LA Galaxy soccer game on Tuesday, October 4th. Check out photos from the big event below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:41PM

Las Vegas Previews October 2011 by The Broadway Channel

Las Vegas Previews October 2011 From: BroadwayChannel Views: 0 0 ratings Time: 21:26 More in Entertainment

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:28PM

Friday, October 07, 2011

Things I Did This WeekRemembered a writing project from my childhood and now have something to hunt for when I go home during the holidays.Found a Neruda portal that has audio of him reading…

SOURCE: Variations On A Theme at 04:27PM

Boston Playwrights' Theatre Announces Cast for The River Was Whiskey by Ryan Chavis

Kenard Jackson, Jim Loutzenhiser, Sarah Newhouse and Alex Pollock will star in The Boston Playwrights' Theatre's production of Will Fancher's play, The River Was Whiskey, to r…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:26PM

Dionne Warwick to Design Interior Space for Black Ensemble Theater by Ryan Chavis

Singer Dionne Warwick has been tapped to design the interior of the new Black Ensemble Theater in Chicago, according to a report in The Chicago-Sun Times. Hired by Jackie Taylor, Warwick al…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:19PM

Jena Malone Signs on for LONELY HUNTER. HOUNDDOG Film by BroadwayWorld

According to the Hollywood Reports, Broadway veteran Jena Malone has signed on to join the cast of Deborah Kampmeier's Lonely Hunter. Hounddog movie. Filming is set to begin in spring 2012.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:17PM

ArtsBeat Blog: 'Cymbeline' Actors in a Real-Life Wedding by The New York Times

Actors play couple in "Cymbeline" getting married for real this weekend

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:15PM

‘OF DICE AND MEN’ at Impact Theatre by Tim

 Photo by Cheshire Isaacs Argh! I forgot to mention that I saw Cameron McNary’s Of Dice and Men at Impact Theatre last week, and it’s terrific. Really funny and a fantastic prod…

SOURCE: direct address at 04:12PM

The Tiger Lillies to Play Special Halloween Performance at OBERON by Ryan Chavis

OBERON at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, Mass. will present a special performance by Brechtian Punk Cabaret forefathers The Tiger Lillies on Monday, October 31, at 10:30pm. …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:12PM

The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess - A Peek Inside by American Repertory Theater

A peek inside The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess from the sold-out run at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, MA.

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:11PM

Mikhail Baryshnikov, Stephen Sondheim, et al. to Receive Mayor's Awards for Arts & Culture by Dan Bacalzo

Recipients of the 2011 Mayor's Award for Arts and Culture have been announced. The awards will be presented in a ceremony at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center on Tuesday, November 1 at…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:04PM

Vendors Peddle Memorabilia — and Hope — at 2011 Broadway Flea Market

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS held its 25th Annual Broadway Flea Market and Grand Auction on Sept. 25, with stars roaming freely among fans. Tables representing Broadway favorites Anythi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:00PM

26 MILES at Mo'olelo Performing Arts Company by Bill Eadie

The road trip as a means of finding oneself and repairing relationships is a theme that’s as old as the Black Hills of South Dakota. Yet, audiences continue to flock to the road trip s…

SOURCE: SanDiego.com at 04:00PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Man and Boy on NPR and Theater Talk this weekend by Amy Kass

MAN AND BOY opens this Sunday, October 9th on Broadway! Man and Boy’s star Frank Langella will be interviewed by Scott Simon tomorrow, Saturday, October 8th on NPR’s “Weekend Edition�…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 03:55PM

#NEWPLAY ASKS: What is the Future of Theater? @SylviaMallory in Raleigh, NC Responds by Arena Stage

If you want to share your video on this blog: 1. You can go to http://www.youtube.com/my_webcam 2. Record Your Response with your webcam 3. Add #NEWPLAY to the title of the video and share t…

SOURCE: Arena Stage at 03:45PM

"Black Coffee" and "The Comedy of Errors" in Philadelphia by Tim Dunleavy

Christie's 1930 play "Black Coffee" contains nearly all the ingredients that have made her work so popular ... Villanova Theatre is presenting a production of Shakespeare's The "Comedy of Er…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 03:42PM

#NEWPLAY TOPIC: The CopyLeft Movement & Creative Commons Web Culture by Arena Stage

From creativecommons.org : What is Creative Commons? Creative Commons helps you share your knowledge and creativity with the world. We're helping to realize the full potential of the Interne…

SOURCE: Arena Stage at 03:36PM

Benjamin Walker to Return to Joe's Pub with FIND THE FUNNY, 10/11 by BroadwayWorld

BENJAMIN WALKER star of the upcoming 20th Century Fox action film ABRAHAM LINCOLN VAMPIRE HUNTER will be back on stage Tuesday, October 11th at 930pm for the return FIND THE FUNNY- which he …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:36PM

'24-Hour Theatre Project,' 91 hours later by Christine Dolen

So I went to the Naked Stage's fifth annual 24-Hour Theatre Project on Monday evening, and work has been kicking my behind ever since. But I didn't want to let the work week end without shar…

SOURCE: Miami Herald at 03:35PM

Making Room for Daddy by E.l. James

E.L. James had a hard time connecting with his previous children, who lived in other cities. But now that's he's living with his latest child, he was inspired to write and direct Nobody Walk…

SOURCE: LA STAGE Times at 03:33PM

DID YOU KNOW...The Most Interesting Message Board Topics of the Week, October1-7 by BroadwayWorld

These days, in the new age of social media revolution, the best source of information is YOU. Each day, fans of BroadwayWorld post tens of thousands of comments on our multiple message board…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:29PM

Frances Sternhagen Joins Group Theatre Tribute at Symphony Space by Adam Hetrick

Tony Award winner Frances Sternhagen will join fellow stage veterans Lois Smith and Estelle Parsons at the Oct. 10 tribute to the legacy of the Group Theatre at Symphony Space.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:24PM

PHOTO FLASH: David Bryan, Montego Glover Sing National Anthem at NY RedBulls vs LA Galaxy Game by Dan Bacalzo

Tony nominee Montego Glover and Tony Award winner David Bryan performed the National Anthem at the NY RedBulls vs LA Galaxy soccer game on Tuesday, October 4. Glover was Tony-nominated fo…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:19PM

La La Anthony and the New Cast of Love, Loss and What I Wore Celebrate the Show's Second Anniversary by Broadway.com

It was quite the special night on October 6 for Love, Loss and What I Wore. Not only did the evening mark the opening performance of the latest cast, but the hit show also celebrated its sec…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:13PM

The rap on Rapp; or, file under "Unintended Critical Consequences" by Thomas Garvey

"The Ish"NYT theatre critic Charles Isherwood (left) admitted today that he just doesn't get Adam Rapp. And after many a pan, he'd like to cut the playwright a little slack; maybe somebody …

SOURCE: The Hub Review at 03:12PM

Million Dollar Quartet to End West End Run in January by Andy Propst

Million Dollar Quartet will play its final performance at the West End's Noël Coward Theatre on January 14, according to a report on Whatsonstage.com. Eric Shaeffer has direct…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:08PM

A New York state of mind: Anything Goes, Betty Buckley, Follies and more by Bob Bullen

Betty Buckley’s new cabaret act is now playing at Feinstein’s at Loews Regency. Hello lovlies! I’m in NYC for a few days, and have a full theatre schedule lined up, featuri…

SOURCE: Chicago Theatre Addict at 03:07PM

STAGE TUBE: CHICAGO's Kara DioGuardi Talks Charity Night & More! by BroadwayWorld TV

Kara DioGuardi, who is currently making her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in CHICAGO, announces a special charity night. When you buy a full price ticket for the Tuesday, October 11th perform…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:02PM

Seven Local Playwrights Chosen For CTG's Writers' Workshop by Ryan Chavis

Center Theatre Group has announced the participants chosen for the company's annual nine-month Writers' Workshop. The selected playwrights are Padraic Duffy, Larissa FastHorse, Si…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:01PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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José Carrasquillo, Gerald Montoya to Star in GALita's Las aventuras de Don Quijote de La Mancha by Bethany Rickwald

José Carrasquillo will play Don Quijote with Gerald Montoya as Sancho Panza in GALita's world premiere of Las aventuras de Don Quijote de La Mancha, October 31-November 10. …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:58PM

Off-Broadway's Carrie, The Submission and The Lyons Set Premium Ticket Prices by Adam Hetrick

Off-Broadway non-profit institutions, including MCC Theater and the Vineyard Theatre Company, have begun selling premium tickets for in-demand productions of The Submission, Carrie and the s…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:57PM

Following Up With The Tempest Ladies by Linda

Remember when I told you about The Tempest Ladies? If that profile piqued your interest, the theater troupe released two videos of their production of The Tempest and are in the process of s…

SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 02:49PM

World Premiere Preview Oct 7 - Oct 9: Technology Edition by Kurt Chiang

I'd be lying to you if I told you that I didn't just work on a longer post that was eaten by the Internet or whoever is in charge now just before I sent this one.Plays this week are brought …

SOURCE: The Neo-Futurists at 02:43PM

Driving Miss Daisy, Wyndham's, London

Alfred Uhry's touching tale about a crusty old widow and her chauffeur is revived with two masterly actors at the wheel, writes Sarah Hemming

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 02:42PM

Bonnie & Clyde’s Jeremy Jordan to His Newsies Producers: ‘You Can Wait!’ by Broadway.com

Jeremy Jordan has the best problem ever. By day, the rising Broadway star is rehearsing the role of Clyde Barrow in the new musical Bonnie & Clyde. By night, he is finishing up his run a…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:37PM

Gabriel Byrne Will Present Eugene O'Neill Award to Irish Rep's Ciarán O'Reilly and Charlotte Moore by Michael Gioia

Irish American Writers & Artists Inc. will honor Ciarán O'Reilly and Charlotte Moore, co-founders of Off-Broadway's Irish Repertory Theatre, with the Eugene O'Neill Li…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:34PM

National Symphony meets Sibelius and Nielsen

Guest conductor John Storgaards, violinist Gidon Kremer uncork unusual Scandinavian and Russian masterworks.

SOURCE: The Washington Times at 02:30PM

Benjamin Walker's Find the Funny to Return to Joe's Pub October 11 by Dan Bacalzo

Benjamin Walker's Find the Funny will resume monthly performances at Joe's Pub, on Tuesday, October 11 at 9:30pm. Created and hosted by Walker, the show will feature a line-up of…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:25PM

Theatre Review: Another Africa trilogy works better as a pair by Robert Cushman

A hearty welcome to Another Africa, which actually is the same Africa we saw last year at Luminato, only shorter. Shorter by a third, since what was previously The Africa Trilogy is now just…

SOURCE: National Post (Canada) at 02:24PM

Catching the Pass by August Schulenburg

Having previously featured the ACTpass in Eliza Bent’s April 2011 Strategies column in American Theatre, we were excited when Ensemble Studio Theatre’s ESTpass press release cros…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 02:22PM

Ticket brokers gear up for annual holiday events

With the holidays approaching, ticket brokers are hoping to see an increase in ticket sales for some of the traditional end-of-the-year events. Some of the hottest Christmastime shows have a…

SOURCE: Ticket News at 02:18PM

Tammy Grimes, Tituss Burgess, Sarah Uriate Berry, Anne Runolfsson Join Lineup for Broadway Cabaret Festival by Andrew Gans

Additional artists have been announced for the first evening of the Seventh Annual Broadway Cabaret Festival, created, written and hosted for The Town Hall by Scott Siegel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:17PM

Tammy Grimes, Tituss Burgess, Sarah Uriarte Berry, Anne Runolfsson Join Lineup for Broadway Cabaret Festival by Andrew Gans

Additional artists have been announced for the first evening of the Seventh Annual Broadway Cabaret Festival, created, written and hosted for The Town Hall by Scott Siegel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:17PM

Sweeney Todd – review by Michael Billington

Chichester Festival theatreProductions of Sondheim's dark masterpiece tend to oscillate between a quasi-industrial vastness and a psychologically revealing intimacy. The great quality of Jon…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:15PM

Creating art on an iPad by Murray Whyte

David Hockney sets aside his painterly brushes to create works with an iPad sketch app ... aptly called “Brushes.”

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 02:12PM

LYSISTRATA JONES Tickets On Sale Monday at the Walter Kerr Theatre by Admin

On Monday, October 10, be the first with courtside seats to the sexiest new musical on Broadway when the box office at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 W 48th Street) opens for business!  LYSIS…

SOURCE: The Hartman Group at 02:10PM

BroadwayWorld Now Accepting Applications for Media Photographers! by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com, the largest theater site on the net, is now accepting applications for photo journalists interested in capturing the goings-on in the New York City theatre world

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:08PM

Merce Cunningham Dance Company: Roaratorio – review by Judith Mackrell

Barbican, LondonJohn Cage's score for Roaratorio (1983) comes with the subtitle An Irish Circus on Finnegans Wake. And the last time he and the Cunningham company performed this work in Brit…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:00PM

16 Possible Glimpses – review by Lyn Gardner

Peacock, DublinMarina Carr's plays are often dark and boggy, but this long evening attempts to shine a light on the life – though rather less the work – of Chekhov. He is played by Patri…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:00PM

The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui – review by Alfred Hickling

Playhouse, LiverpoolWhat were the circumstances behind Hitler's rise to power? The usual answer involves rampant inflation, the weakness of the Weimar administration and the punitive terms o…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:00PM

Farewell to the Theatre – review by Lyn Gardner

Rose, KingstonWithout the actor, director and playwright Harley Granville-Barker we would not have today's theatre. He was a natural revolutionary who ran against the prevailing theatrical t…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:00PM

Andrew Lippa to Host NAMT's Songwriters Showcase Oct. 28 by Adam Hetrick

Tony Award-nominated Addams Family composer Andrew Lippa will host the National Alliance for Musical Theatre's Oct. 28 Songwriters Showcase at New World Stages.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:00PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Jena Malone Set for Lonely Hunter. Hounddog Movie by Andy Propst

Jena Malone will play Carson McCullers in the movie biography Lonely Hunter. Hounddog, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Deborah Kampmeier is writing and directing the project. The film…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:52PM

Johnny O'Callaghan's Who's Your Daddy? to Play Little Victory Theatre by Ryan Chavis

The Victory Theater Center in Burbank, CA will present the world premiere of writer/performer Johnny O'Callaghan's comedic Who's Your Daddy? at The Little Victory Theatre, Nov…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:48PM

News: Million Dollar Quartet to Close at Noël Coward, 14 Jan

Million Dollar Quartet, the Broadway jukebox musical which tells the story of the night in 1956 when Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis came together in the same re…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:44PM

Meet the National Tour Cast of Bring it On: The Musical (Video) by Michael C. Gioia

Bring it On: The Musical, which features music and lyrics by Tony Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda (In the Heights), as well as music by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning composer Tom Kit…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:43PM

SISTER ACT on Broadway: True Confession #213 by Sister Act

SISTER ACT on Broadway: True Confession #213 In the True Confessions booth in the lobby of the Broadway Theatre, fans tell us what they think of SISTER ACT on Broadway! From: SisterActBroad…

SOURCE: YouTube at 01:41PM

Cindy Gold, Taylor Miller, Lorreta Swit, Whitney White Set for Chicago Love, Loss and What I Wore by Ryan Chavis

Cindy Gold and Whitney White will join the cast of the Chicago production of Love, Loss and What I Wore beginning October 25. They will perform with the previously reported Taylor Miller …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:41PM

SISTER ACT on Broadway: True Confession #216 by Sister Act

SISTER ACT on Broadway: True Confession #216 In the True Confessions booth in the lobby of the Broadway Theatre, fans tell us what they think of SISTER ACT on Broadway! From: SisterActBroad…

SOURCE: YouTube at 01:40PM

Watch the Newly Released Trailer to Steven Spielberg’s "War Horse" Movie (Video) by Michael C. Gioia

The Tony Award-winning play War Horse was adapted by Nick Stafford for the stage from Michael Morpurgo’s 1982 coming-of-age children’s novel. Now, the story of a young boy and his horse …

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:37PM

Steve Jobs theater piece in New York to proceed, with changes by David Ng

A one-man theater piece that addresses the life and career of Steve Jobs will proceed as scheduled at New York's Public Theater, just days after the Apple co-founder's death at age 56. The P…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 01:35PM

Joely Richardson Set for Ibsen's The Lady From the Sea by Broadway.com

Joely Richardson will star as Ellida in Henrik Ibsen's The Lady From the Sea at the Rose Theatre in Kingston. Directed by Stepehn Udwin, the production will begin performances February 2…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:34PM

Kim Cattrall, Cynthia Nixon return to Broadway by Alfred Branch Jr.

Two stars of HBO's "Sex and the City" are among the bevy of A-listers who'll take their talents to the Broadway stage this season. Kim Cattrall ("Private Lives") and Cynthia Nixon ("Wit") ea…

SOURCE: Ticket News at 01:32PM

Author at centre of literary controversy answers critics by Tony Wong

Abstract: Zhang Ling has been dogged by allegations of plagiarism in her new book out Oct. 8 from Penguin. But she says she’s never read the books she’s accused of taking ideas from.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 01:32PM

Jayma Mays, Cory Monteith, et al. Set for Young Storytellers Foundation's The Biggest Show by Andy Propst

Cast members from FOX's hit series Glee are among the celebrities who will perform at part of The Young Storytellers Foundation's The Biggest Show, to be offered on Saturday, Octob…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:31PM

PHOTO CALL: La La Anthony, Samantha Mathis, Concetta Tomei and More Celebrate Love, Loss and What I Wore Two-Year Anniversary by Krissie Fullerton

Off-Broadway's Love, Loss, and What I Wore welcomed La La Anthony, Samantha Mathis and Concetta Tomei to the cast Oct. 6. This also marked the production's second anniversary. Past …

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

Seven days on stage – in pictures by Alistair Smith

The Stage's Alistair Smith guides you through a week at the theatre, with Phantom of the Opera proving it can still party after 25 years and Russell Brand blaming Canada for his failure to m…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:21PM

Pearl Theatre Company Announces Full Cast for Richard II by Dan Bacalzo

Full casting has been announced for Pearl Theatre Company's production of Shakespeare's Richard II, to run November 8 - December 24 at New York City Center Stage II. J.R. Sulivan …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:19PM

Charles Not in Charge by Rob Weinert-Kendt

I think Isaac nails the problem with Charles Isherwood's public offer to stop reviewing Adam Rapp's work: that to admit how one's personal tastes color one's reviews creates a very slippery …

SOURCE: The Wicked Stage at 01:18PM

WICKED Day: Ultimate Encore - Cast Introduction by Wicked

WICKED Day: Ultimate Encore - Cast Introduction WICKED Broadway cast members Lindsay K. Northen, Constantine Rousoulis and Stephanie Torns fill you in on how you can be a part of our 8th an…

SOURCE: YouTube at 01:09PM

PLAYBILL.COM'S THEATRE WEEK IN REVIEW, Oct. 1-7: Bye Bye, Billy! Hello, Gorgeous! by Robert Simonson

If things go right this season, Broadway will truly welcome Jesus into its heart.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:03PM

PHOTO CALL: Harry Belafonte, Brendan Fraser and Susan Sarandon attend the Premiere of the HBO Documentary "Sing Your Song" by Joseph Marzullo

The public is aware of Harry Belafonte, the entertainer. "Sing Your Song" film documents his outstanding contribution and leadership in the civil rights movement. Harry Belafonte, Brendan …

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

PHOTO CALL: Harry Belafonte, Brendan Fraser and Susan Sarandon at "Sing Your Song" Premiere by Joseph Marzullo

The public is aware of Harry Belafonte, the entertainer. The new HBO documentary "Sing Your Song" documents his outstanding contribution and leadership in the civil rights movement…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

Interview: George Stiles & Anthony Drewe On ... Their New Musical Soho Cinders

British musical theatre duo George Stiles and Anthony Drewe premiere their new show Soho Cinders at the West End's Queen's Theatre in a special one-off charity concert on Sunday 9 October 20…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:01PM

Review: The Rivals by John Rowell

Kristine Nielsen gives a sublime performance in Centerstage's often effervescent production of Sheridan's classic Restoration comedy.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at noon (Broadway Time)
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The Veil Trailer by National Theatre

The Veil Trailer Set around a haunted house Conor McPherson's new play weaves Ireland's troubled history into a transfixing story about a young woman's search for love. See The…

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:59PM

Actress Doris Belack Has Died by Dan Bacalzo

Film and stage actress Doris Belack died on Tuesday, October 4, according to published reports. She was 85. Her Broadway credits include The Cemetery Club, The Trip Back Down, Bad Habits, T…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:58PM

THE ADDAMS FAMILY Launches 'No Snap Judgements' Initiative by BroadwayWorld

Alexandra Robbins, the award-winning author of The Geeks Shall Inherit The Earth, will host a live discussion, in person and online with 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade students from New York Ci…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:46PM

The Lady (Gaga) is a Tramp! Watch Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett Sing a Babes in Arms Classic by Broadway.com

Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga already gave audiences an audio preview of their brassy take on the Babes in Arms classic, “The Lady is a Tramp,” and now the talented duo are featured…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:43PM

Frank Rich : He writes what's on his mind by Jeremy D. Goodwin

Friday October 7, 2011 PITTSFIELD - For Frank Rich, it pays to have an opinion.

SOURCE: The Berkshire Eagle at 12:43PM

Full Cast Announced for the Donmar's Richard II, Starring Eddie Redmayne by Broadway.com

Casting is now complete for the Donmar Warehouse's production of Shakespeare's Richard II, starring Tony winner Eddie Redmayne and directed by Michael Grandage. Performances begin De…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:40PM

Farewell to the Theatre/The Importance of Being Earnest, Rose Theatre, Kingston upon Thames

While Oscar Wilde deployed his arsenal in order to sugar the points he made, the barbs in Granville-Barker's play are the cynical candour of old friends

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:38PM

A tour of the contradictions of culture's First City

Beijing is a melting pot metropolis, where you will find traces of just about every kind of artistic expression, says Peter Aspden

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:35PM

Hello cruel world

Director Anthony Neilson says he is prepared to 'crash and burn' with a bold take on the seminal play 'Marat/Sade', which is being revived by the RSC, writes Sarah Hemming

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:34PM

Hello cruel world

Director Anthony Neilson says he is prepared to 'crash and burn' with a bold take on 'Marat/Sade', which is being revived by the RSC, writes Sarah Hemming

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:34PM

The Ides of March by Jane Horwitz

Beau Willimon’s 2008 play Farragut North, about the cynical choices of a young political press spokesman, gets a Hollywood makeover that expands, but doesn’t necessarily improve it. (cen…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:32PM

Musical of the Month: Listen to the Music! by Doug Reside

The text of the next Musical of the Month will be released around the middle of October. However, to tide you over until then, I have several exciting announcements. First, we can now offic…

SOURCE: The New York Public Library at 12:28PM

Shortchanging the short story by Vinay Menon

Writers, including Giller nominee Zsuzsi Gartner, say it’s time to stop treating the literary form like a poor relation to the novel.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 12:28PM

Farm Boy, Sequel to War Horse, Part of 2011 Brits Off-Broadway Festival by Adam Hetrick

The 8th annual Brits Off-Broadway Festival will offer a stage adaptation of War Horse author Michael Morpurgo's Farm Boy, a sequel to the Tony Award-winning hit, which will make its New …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:28PM

Weekend Poll: Which Fashion Icon Should Join the Cast of Love, Loss and What I Wore? by Broadway.com

Nora and Delia Ephron's off-Broadway hit Love, Loss and What I Wore is currently celebrating its second anniversary at the Westside Theatre. The fashion-centric show has welcomed plenty …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:27PM

Dad's Garage Theatre to Present Monster Murder in Midtown! by Ryan Chavis

Dad's Garage Theatre in Atlanta will present Monster Murder in Midtown!, an improvisational Halloween murder mystery on Monday, October 31 at 8pm on the Dad's Garage Main Stage. …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:26PM

See Tony Winner Eddie Redmayne Get Swept Away in My Week With Marilyn by Broadway.com

Eddie Redmayne, who won a Tony Award for his performance in Red, is a swoon-worthy actor himself, but in his latest film Redmayne is the one being knocked off his feet. In My Week …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:22PM

Get $50 Tickets to the Met Opening Night Gala! by Contests

Click here for information on how to purchase tickets to the Met Opening Night Gala with Patti LuPone, Donna Murphy, Barbara Cook, Brian Stokes Mitchell and more

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:20PM

Jenny Powers, Matt Farnsworth, Rachelle Rak and More Set for Broadway Backstage! by Michael Gioia

Morris/Levine Productions will present Broadway Backstage!, an inside look at the life of a Broadway performer, as part of the Ridgefield Magazine/Morris Media Group Broadway Series at The R…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19PM

Sarah Litzsinger, Matt Farnsworth, Rachelle Rak and More Set for Broadway Backstage! by Michael Gioia

Morris/Levine Productions will present Broadway Backstage!, an inside look at the life of a Broadway performer, as part of the Ridgefield Magazine/Morris Media Group Broadway Series at The R…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Now is the time for community theatre to steal the show

In post-riot London, theatres are reaching out to disaffected communities, giving unheard voices an opportunity to prove their artistic meritPlenty has been written in the last year about ar…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:17PM

What to see: Lyn Gardner's theatre tips by Lyn Gardner

Saved, Uprising and Blackbirds lead a busy week of theatre in London, while Bath, Bristol and Glasgow are no slouches eitherThe sun may have gone but theatre continues to shine, particularly…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:09PM

Tony Nominee Diane Cilento Dies at 78 by BroadwayWorld

According to published reports, Tony and Academy Award nominated actress Diane Cilento recently passed away in Australia. She was 78 years old.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:03PM

I Want My Music Video Art Show! by Pauline Adamek

    Opening tonight at Meltdown Gallery in L.A. is I Want My Music Video Art Show, curated by music video auteur Chris Maars Piliero and Dave MacDowell.     The exhibit f…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 12:00PM

STAGE PORTRAIT: Frank Langella and Adam Driver in Man and Boy

Acclaimed illustrator Ken Fallin's drawings of the greatest stars and scenes of the theatrical world are a recurring part of Playbill.com.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Joey on the Big Screen! Watch the New Trailer for Steven Spielberg's War Horse by Broadway.com

War Horse, Steven Spielberg’s upcoming epic film, which shares the same source material as the Tony-winning play, is galloping toward its Christmas Day release. A new trailer for the f…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:59AM

PHOTO FLASH: La La Anthony, Dee Hoty, Samantha Mathis et al. Celebrate Love, Loss, and What I Wore Anniversary by Tristan Fuge

On Thursday, October 6, Off-Broadway's Love, Loss, and What I Wore celebrated its two-year anniversary at the Westside Theatre. La La Anthony is one of the current cast members. D…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:59AM

'Simpsons' Voice Actor Speaks Out About Negotiations With Fox by Dave Itzkoff

Harry Shearer, who provides the voices of dozens of "Simpsons" characters including Montgomery Burns, Ned Flanders and Kent Brockman, said he would accept a pay cut of 70 percent or more if …

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:54AM

John Gallagher Jr., Celia Keenan-Bolger, et al. Set for Colt Coeur's 2nd Annual Karaoke Classic Benefit by BroadwayWorld

The second annual Karaoke Classic benefit will feature the talents of John Gallagher Jr., Rebecca Naomi Jones, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Taylor Trensch, Betty Gilpin, Jessica Hecht, and Grace McL…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:52AM

Photo Flash: THE FACTOR Concludes Boot Camp Round! by BroadwayWorld

Hosted by Steve Jones, THE X FACTOR made its highly anticipated debut last month on FOX. THE X FACTOR judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, L.A. Reid and Nicole Scherzinger began their search fo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:47AM

Linda Ronstadt and Rainn Wilson Are Among Hosts for Upcoming PBS Arts Festival; Details Announced by Michael Gioia

Tony Award nominee Linda Ronstadt (The Pirates of Penzance), actor Rainn Wilson (London Assurance, The Tempest), film director Taylor Hackford, actor Andy Garcia, singer-songwriter Rosanne C…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43AM

Andrew Lippa to Host NAMT Songwriters Showcase by Dan Bacalzo

Tony nominee Andrew Lippa will host the National Alliance for Musical Theatre (NAMT) Songwriters Showcase, to be held at New World Stages on Friday, October 28 at 1:30pm. The showcase will…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:42AM

Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths Eye Neil Simon’s The Sunshine Boys by Broadway.com

Film favorites Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths may join forces to play a retired comedy duo in Neil Simon’s The Sunshine Boys, according to the UK’s Daily Mail. According to t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:41AM

Isherwood Busts Open A Big Can Of Worms by Isaac Butler

By Isaac Butler I want you to imagine for a moment that you are a theater reviewer tasked with regularly reviewing an artist whose work you don't respond to. Worse, you actually pretty much …

SOURCE: Parabasis at 11:39AM

This Rorschach inkblot looks like a phoenix by Tim Treanor

It is 2009, and we are in the midst of a recession. A bad one. Good small theaters – Catalyst, Firebelly, Didactic, Meat and Potatoes,– are gone, swept out in a blood tide of depressed t…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:38AM

Theatre highlights: Five golden things by Richard Ouzounian

A quintet of shows due this fall that should command your attention.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 11:37AM

Photos: Hancock & Chancellor Rehearse Last of the Duchess

Former National Theatre artistic director Richard Eyre helms the Hampstead Theatre's production of The Last of the Duchess, Nicholas Wright's new play based on Caroline Blackwood’s 199…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:35AM

Toronto and its amazing Technicolor theatre scene by Richard Ouzounian

This fall’s theatrical openings show our city’s diversity in full flower.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 11:34AM

Review Roundup: West End's DRIVING MISS DAISY by BroadwayWorld

Two-time Tony Award winner James Earl Jones Hoke Coleburn, Tony and Oscar winner Vanessa Redgrave Daisy Werthan and four-time Tony Award winner Boyd Gaines Boolie Werthan will star in the cr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:32AM

Genius staging, bright stars augur spectacular opera season by Richard Ouzounian

Toronto’s fall opera season plans for quality down the line

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 11:28AM

The King’s Speech Comes to the U.K. Stage, Starring Charles Edwards & Jonathan Hyde by Broadway.com

The previously announced world premiere of the play The King's Speech, which served as the basis for the 2011 Oscar winner for Best Picture, will star Charles Edwards as George IV and Jo…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:24AM

Dance highlights: This season’s got legs by Michael Crabb

There’s an amazing range of offerings at the Harbourfront and Sony Centres to suit every taste.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 11:24AM

A fresh take on Romeo and Juliet by Michael Crabb

National Ballet launches its 60th anniversary season with a lavish new production of the perennial favourite, choreographed by Alexei Ratmansky.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 11:22AM

Celia Imrie, Janie Dee, Robert Glenister to Lead Cast of Old Vic's Noises Off by Ryan Chavis

Full casting has been announced for Michael's Frayn's award-winning comedic play Noises Off, which will play The Old Vic Theatre in London, December 3-February 25. Linsday Posner …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:21AM

Gossip: Could You Take Part in a Facebook Thriller???

Producers of Thriller Live are claiming a "world first" by using Facebook to search for future cast members of the production. The high energy concert show, a tribute to the late King of Pop…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:20AM

Adam and Ish by The Playgoer

Times critic Charles Isherwood today finally addresses the long obvious, barely under the surface tension between him and playwright Adam Rapp, whose work he has consistently, um...disliked.…

SOURCE: The Playgoer at 11:11AM

Mike Daisey Weighs In On Late Apple Founder Steve Jobs As Agony and Ecstasy Prepares for NY by Adam Hetrick

Monologist Mike Daisey, who will return to the Public Theater Oct. 11 with his latest work, The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs, has commented on the death of the Apple co-founder, who d…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:11AM

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: J.D. Webster of THE GERSHWIN'S PORGY & BESS by Adrienne Onofri

J.D.'s varied career has encompassed Broadway, opera, concert work and 17 Encores shows.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:07AM

PAE Live! Announces Cast for The Romance of Magno Rubio by Ryan Chavis

PAE Live! in association with Good Shepard Ambulance Company, has announced casting for its presentation of Lonnie Carter's OBIE Award-winning play The Romance of Magno Rubio, at [Insi…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:05AM

When It's Time For A Critic To Pass On Reviewing

"Contrary to popular myth, drama critics don't salivate at the chance to savage a playwright's work. It's still less appealing to continue doing so, year in and year out. Who wants to be cas…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 11:02AM

LYSISTRATA JONES Box Office Opens Monday by BroadwayWorld

The Walter Kerr Theatre Box Office 219 W 48th Street opens on Monday, October 10, 2011 for the new Broadway musical comedy Lysistrata Jones. Written by Tony nominee Douglas Carter Beane and …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:02AM

The Players Theatre Announces Details For BOO! Horror Festival by Ryan Chavis

The Player's Theatre will offer 12 shows over a period of three weeks as part of their BOO! Horror Play and Musical Festival. Each week, the festival serves up the works of four unique…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:02AM

Do you want bigger fries with that? by Ken Davenport

As you probably know, especially if you're reading the Day-By-Day blog, I'm currently in tech for Godspell. Tech means two things: late nights and junk food. Last night, at just after 10 PM,…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:00AM

Review: Southern Comfort by Sandy MacDonald

This musical about a transgender community in Georgia doesn't do full justice to its innately compelling subject.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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One Man Off-Broadway Show Looks at ‘The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs’ by Ryan Cockerham

Let’s face it – the man changed the world. Steve Jobs will forever be remembered as one of the world’s most brilliant, innovative minds. His tragic passing has been felt by…

SOURCE: broadway.me at 10:55AM

Chad Allen, Maxwell Caulfield, Juliet Mills, Kevin Spirtas et al. Set for Some Men Reading by Dan Bacalzo

Updated casting has been announced for the previously reported staged performance reading of Terrence McNally's play Some Men, to be presented at NoHo Arts Center, on Tuesday, October 1…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:54AM

Welcome, Dribblers: Walter Kerr Box Office Opens Oct. 10 for Lysistrata Jones Sales by Kenneth Jones

Basketball. Cheerleaders. Sex. Show tunes. Theatregoers will have access to them, without service fees, on Oct. 10 when the box office at Broadway's Walter Kerr Theatre opens for busines…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Tickets Now on Sale for Bonnie & Clyde, Starring Laura Osnes and Jeremy Jordan by Broadway.com

Laura Osnes and Jeremy Jordan are getting ready to heat up the Broadway stage as America’s most infamous outlaw couple Bonnie & Clyde. Tickets for this Frank Wildhorn tuner, d…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:53AM

What to see by Thomas Garvey

Of the four best shows in town, three are closing this weekend.  You only have till Sunday to catch the intriguing Persian Quarter up at Merrimack Rep, a pitch-perfect revival of T…

SOURCE: The Hub Review at 10:51AM

VenusinFur KinkyFun15 SPTVIFT02AH unslated YouTube sharing by Manhattan Theatre Club

VenusinFur KinkyFun15 SPTVIFT02AH unslated YouTube sharing From: mtcbroadway Views: 0 0 ratings Time: 00:16 More in Entertainment

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:50AM

Review: James Gangl’s hilarious hang-ups by Richard Ouzounian

One-man show by James Gangl, Sex, Religion and Other Hangups, explores his intimate world of sexual dysfunction.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 10:48AM

Susan Anton, John Rubinstein, Conrad John Schuck Set for Grumpy Old Men: The Musical by Andy Propst

John Rubinstein, Conrad John Schuck, and Susan Anton will star in Grumpy Old Men: The Musical, which will play the Royal Manitoba Theatre Center in Winnipeg, running Ocobter 10 - November 5.…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:46AM

Dan Futterman Will Join Lauren Ambrose, Joan Allen for "Daughter of the Queen of Sheba" Staged Reading by Michael Gioia

Stage and screen actor Dan Futterman will join Academy Award nominee Joan Allen and forthcoming Funny Girl star Lauren Ambrose in a staged reading of Jacki Lyden's memoir, "Daughter…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:44AM

Will Chase Guest Stars on BLUE BLOODS Tonight, 10/7 by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld has learned that Broadway vet Will Chase will guest star on CBS' Blood Bloods tonight, October 7, at 10pm. Chase will play the role of 'Flood', a sympathetic, good-looking th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:43AM

WICKED Music: Conductor by Wicked

WICKED Music: Conductor The thrillifying music of WICKED comes to life with a combination of talent and streamlined coordination. In this edition of Behind the Emerald Curtain, meet the con…

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Three Arts Club honorees celebrate

Performers Jacqueline Williams and Karen Aldridge, and director Eddie Tores, celebrate winning the 3Arts Awards earlier this week; $15,000 individual checks offered without strings. Awards t…

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Complete Cast Announced for Island Song Concert at 92YTribeca by Dan Bacalzo

Complete casting has been announced for the developmental concert presentation of Island Song, to be presented at 92YTribeca on Sunday, October 16 at 7pm. Adam Fitzgerald will direct with mu…

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June Bronhill, Peter Graves, et al. Featured on The Sound of Music Australian Cast Recording CD by Andy Propst

Stage Door Records will release the original 1961 Australian cast recording of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein's The Sound of Music on November 14, marking the first time the albu…

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Guest blog# 55 - A new kind of Start up by Michael Roderick

This week's guest blog comes from Jillian Johnson who is creating work following the start up entrepreneur model. Below is a peek inside of the process. Enjoy. Excelsior! find three things u…

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Tony Award Nominee Diane Cilento Has Died by Andy Propst

Actress Diane Cilento has died, according to published reports. She was 78. Cilento earned a Tony Award nomination for her performance in The Tiger at the Gates. Her other Broadway credit…

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Andrew Lippa to Host NAMT Songwriters Showcase, 10/28 at New World Stages by BroadwayWorld

The National Alliance for Musical Theatre NAMT announced today that NAMT alum and Broadway composerlyricist Andrew Lippa will host a Songwriters Showcase as part of the 23rd Annual Festival …

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Richard Griffiths and Danny DeVito Daily in Talks for Neil Simon's THE SUNSHINE BOYS? by BroadwayWorld

Baz Bamigboye reports in the UK Daily Mail today that Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths are in talks to star in THE SUNSHINE BOYS, the Neil Simon comedy about the one-time vaudeville act as…

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Richard Griffiths and Danny DeVito in Talks for Neil Simon's THE SUNSHINE BOYS? by BroadwayWorld

Baz Bamigboye reports in the UK Daily Mail today that Danny DeVito and Richard Griffiths are in talks to star in THE SUNSHINE BOYS, the Neil Simon comedy about the one-time vaudeville act as…

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I Interview Playwrights Part 389: Taylor Mac by Adam

Taylor Mac Hometown: Stockton, California. Not the land of the sea but the land of tract housing and blending into nothing. Current Town: New York City and Southfield, Ma Q:  What…

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Virtual Stage Management Demo by Music Theatre International

Virtual Stage Management Demo Virtual Stage Management (VSM)is a powerful and simple stage management tool. VSM is a personal, interactive website that combines show management, artist acce…

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Official: THE KING'S SPEECH to Star Charles Edwards, Jonathan Hyde; Will Tour the UK by BroadwayWorld

Playful Productions and Michael Alden Productions have announced that the world premier production of the original play of The King's Speech by David Seidler will be brought to the stage nex…

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Colonial Theatre to be operated by Citi Performing Arts Center by Andy Tiedemann

Emerson College announced today (September 30, 2011) that it is working out final details of a three-year lease agreement that would result in the Citi Performing Arts Center taking responsi…

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PHOTO FLASH: Harry Belafonte, Michael Boatman, Brendan Fraser, Wyclef Jean et al. at Sing Your Song Premiere by David Gordon

The new HBO documentary Sing Your Song, about Harry Belafonte, received its New York premiere at the Apollo Theatre on Thursday, Octobe3 6. The film examines the life and career of the leg…

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Original Australian Cast Recording of Sound of Music, Starring June Bronhill, Due in November by Andrew Gans

Stage Door Records will release the 1961 original Australian cast recording of Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound of Music Nov. 14.

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Nothing to say by Adam Thurman

I get this question a lot: "How can get my audience/friends to spread the word about my art?" I'll be honest, my first instinct when I'm asked this question is to dance around it. I want to …

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Emerson celebrates Porgy and Bess by Allison Teixeira

Emerson welcomed the cast of The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess to the Colonial Theatre Friday to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the original play’s debut at the theater on September 30, 1…

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Bill Elliot Ballet Girl Open Auditions 2011 by Billy Elliot Broadway

Bill Elliot Ballet Girl Open Auditions 2011 Join Billy Girls Maria and Brianna at the Broadhurst Theatre as they check out the talent at this year's Open Audition for Ballet Girls. BIL…

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30 DAYS OF NYMF: Day 24 Ma Femme, Ma Blonde, et Ma Roulotte by Isaac Robert Hurwitz

Day 24 Ma Femme, Ma Blonde, et Ma RoulotteBringing an Off-Broadway musical hit to a brand-new audience

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Will Chase Guest Stars on CBS' "Blue Bloods" Oct. 7 by Andrew Gans

Broadway favorite Will Chase, most recently seen in Billy Elliot The Musical, will be a guest star on the Oct. 7 broadcast of CBS' "Blue Bloods," the drama "about a multi-…

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Friday, October 7, 2011 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Wicked at Broadway Flea Market 2011 by Wicked

Wicked at Broadway Flea Market 2011 We had a very successful day at the 25th Annual Broadway Flea Market on Sunday, September 25, 2011. Here is a little glimpse of the day for those of you …

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What’s Up, Zach Grenier? The Man and Boy Star on TV-Land, Jane Fonda Fandom and 'Farming' with Frank Langella by Broadway.com

If you’ve turned on a television any time in the last 15 years, chances are you know Zach Grenier. The talented character actor has appeared on everything from 24, Law & Order, HBO…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:57AM

Fred Melamed Drops ‘Relatively Speaking’ for Film Role by Ryan Cockerham

And….he’s gone. Fred Melamed has relinquished his post in the Broadway production of “Relatively Speaking,” a collection of three one-act plays by Woody Allen, Ethan …

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Velvet revolution: inside the arts protests at Rome's Teatro Valle

For months, actors, directors and backstage technicians have turned Rome's oldest theatre into a squat – and all because they want the show to go onI take my place at the end of the queue,…

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Stephanie J. Block, Marty Thomas, Richard Blake, Mario Cantone, Kimberley Locke Set for Celebration of Music by Andrew Gans

The African Children's Choir (ACC) will host its 3rd annual New York City fundraising gala, entitled An Evening Celebration of Music, Oct. 24 at the Highline Ballroom.

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Donmar Warehouse Announces Complete Casting for Richard II by Andy Propst

Donmar Warehouse has announced complete casting for William Shakespeare's Richard II, to run December 1 - February 12, according to a report on Whatsonstage.com. As previously reported…

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Autumn Hurlbert, Andi Alhadeff, Steven Strafford Set for Island Song Concert by Andrew Gans

Kef theatrical productions, in association with Libra Theater Company and 92YTribeca, will offer a developmental concert presentation of the new song cycle Island Song Oct. 16 at 92YTribeca.

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PHOTO FLASH: Angelica Page Receives Fame-Wall NYC Portrait by David Gordon

Fame-Wall NYC hosted a reception in honor of actress and director Angelica Page at Hurley's on Thursday, October 6. The event, which benefitted The Actors Fund, was being held in conj…

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John Mangum on the March 1-6, 2011 Program by New York Philharmonic

John Mangum on the March 1-6, 2011 Program John Mangum, Artistic Administrator, on the March 1-6, 2011 program. From: NewYorkPhilharmonic Views: 0 0 ratings Time: 02:53 More in Music

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Keith Carradine Set for the TNT Pilot Gateway by Andy Propst

Keith Carradine will star in TNT Western drama pilot Gateway, according to a report on Deadline.com. The show is set in a Colorado town in the 1880s and centers on three brothers who step i…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:27AM

Will Chase to Guest Star on CBS' Blue Bloods by Andy Propst

Will Chase will guest star on an upcoming episode of CBS' Blue Bloods. He will play a former cop who has resorted to crime because of his daughter's desperate illness. Chase&apos…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:23AM

Details Announced for Wicked Day 2011 at the London Film Museum by Ryan Chavis

The long-running musical Wicked, currently playing at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre, announced details for its sixth annual Wicked Day. The event will take place on Sunday, October…

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Charles Edwards, Jonathan Hyde to Star in U.K. Tour of The King's Speech by Andy Propst

Charles Edwards and Jonathan Hyde will star in the U.K. tour of David Seidler's The King's Speech, which will launch with an engagement at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford, b…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:16AM

Hartt School's Music Theatre to Present Pippin by Ryan Chavis

Students from The Hartt School's Music Theatre will perform in Pippin October 27-30, 2011 at Lincoln Center at the University of Hartford in Conneticut. Pippin marks the school's …

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Blog: Becoming an Actor: Do Romeo & Juliet Always Sleep Together?

Eva Longoria, who you’ll know if you’ve watched Desperate Housewives, like I haven’t, said “I think what destroys Hollywood marriages is our work schedule, not so muc…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:03AM

Feature: Great Expectations! by Ellis Nassour

25 theater professionals tells TheaterMania which shows they're most looking forward to this season.

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Friday, October 7, 2011 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Talkin’ In The Green Room With: Ken Clement by Bill Hirschman

In this edition, we talk with Ken Clement (currently Senex in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum at Broward Stage Door). Besides explaining how he avoids a wardrobe malfunction, …

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Joely Richardson to Star in The Lady from the Sea in London by Andy Propst

Joely Richardson will star in Henrik Ibsen's The Lady from the Sea, to run February 23 - March 17 at the Rose Theatre. Stephen Unwin will direct the production. The play centers on a …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 08:45AM

Friday Video: Müller’s Tristan by George Hunka

I’m halfway through my list of my personal nominees for a new Theatre of Revolt — Brecht, Beckett, Albee and Müller so far — and, time permitting, next week will bring the…

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Joely Richardson to Star in Ibsen's Lady From the Sea at U.K.'s Rose Theatre, Kingston by Mark Shenton

Joely Richardson will follow in the footsteps of her mother Vanessa Redgrave and late sister Natasha Richardson to play the role of Ellida in Ibsen's The Lady from the Sea in a new produ…

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'King's Speech' play to preem in U.K.

Legit News: Adrian Noble to helm show -- LONDON -- ''The King's Speech,'' the original play that inspired the Oscar-winning movie, will receive its world stage premiere in the West End in s…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:19AM

'King's Speech' play to preem in U.K.

Legit News: Adrian Noble to helm show -- ''The King's Speech,'' the original play that inspired the Oscar-winning movie, will receive its world stage premiere in the West End in spring 2012 …

SOURCE: Variety at 08:19AM

West End Run for Summer Production of Crazy for You Resumes Oct. 7 by Mark Shenton

The Open Air Theatre, Regent’s Park production of Crazy for You resumes performances Oct. 7 indoors at the West End's Novello Theatre, with Broadway's Sean Palmer reprising the…

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Ghostlight – NYMF by Oscar E Moore

Another Follies inspired musical, this one not and a dud by first time writers Matthew Martin & Tim Realbuto (book, music and lyrics) based on Olive Thomas - a Ziegfeld Follies girl who …

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Mike Daisey on Steve Jobs by Isaac Butler

By Isaac Butler There are few people more steeped in Stevejobsiana and less in the tank for him than Mike Daisey. It's not that Daisey's a hater, no, it's just that Mike wants to evaluate Jo…

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ArtsBeat Blog: A Detour on Road to Broadway for 'The King's Speech' by Patrick Healy

The stage version of the Oscar-winning film will tour in Britain first.

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ArtsBeat Blog: Theater Talkback: For One Critic, It's a Rapp by Charles Isherwood

Charles Isherwood explains why he think it's high time he stopped reviewing Adam Rapp's plays.

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BWW's On This Day - October 7, 2011

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on October 7 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

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Daisey changing 'Agony'

Legit News: Steve Jobs' death affects monologist's show -- The impact of Steve Jobs' death has resonated Off Broadway, with solo performer Mike Daisey working to incorporate changes into his…

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Friday, October 7, 2011 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Casting Announced for Richard II, Michael Grandage's Final Production at the Helm of Donmar Warehouse by Mark Shenton

Full casting has been announced for Richard II, Michael Grandage's final production at the helm of the Donmar Warehouse that begins performances Dec. 1 prior to an official opening Dec. …

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Review: Mixed Marriage by Elinor Walpole

  Mixed Marriage is an intense and claustrophobic play set solely in one location; the living room of Protestant family the Raineys. The head of the family, John Rainey (Daragh O’Malley),…

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Stiles and Drewe: Don't sing the blues by The Stage

Betty Blue Eyes received praise from many critics but only survived for seven months in the West End. Composer George Stiles gives his perspective on the show's fortunes and explains why he …

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:37AM

Nights of Horror by Trav S. D.

Opens at Coney Island’s Luna Park Tonight!

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Lighting Designer Ayun Fedorcha (1957 – 2011) by Tim Treanor

Ayun Fedorcha, a Helen-Hayes nominated lighting designer who served as resident artist for two Washington companies, passed away after a long illness on September 28th. She was 53. Ayun Fedo…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 07:25AM

Daisey changing 'Agony' - Entertainment News, Legit News, Media - Variety by Mike Daisey

Daisey changing 'Agony' - Entertainment News, Legit News, Media - Variety:The performer said that despite Jobs' death, he expected the monologue to retain the same unflinching take on its to…

SOURCE: Mike Daisey at 07:23AM

Ragmen, Ragtime and Ragamuffins: Historic Songs of the Lower East Side by Trav S. D.

I’d been scheduled to perform in Poor Baby Bree’s monthly show at Bowery Poetry Club tonight, but in light of this week’s sad events I asked for a rain check, and I hope sh…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 07:19AM

Public Theater Pushes Ahead with Play About Steve Jobs - Speakeasy - WSJ by Mike Daisey

Public Theater Pushes Ahead with Play About Steve Jobs - Speakeasy - WSJ:Daisey said he texted the Public’s artistic director, Oskar Eustis, a few minutes after learning of Jobs’s death.…

SOURCE: Mike Daisey at 07:18AM

Review: Awake by Jake Orr

The performer’s body as a tool like a musical instrument. This is the focus of Awake Project’s international ensemble piece, Awake. Blending physical strength, vocal agility, emo…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:08AM

The Return of the Ohio by Trav S. D.

This is one of the great rebound stories in Off-Off Broadway history. In a matter of months the Ohio Theatre took us on a little roller coaster ride from eviction and feared demise…to …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 07:03AM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Tartuffe by Lori Hopkins

  Everybody loves a good seventeenth century farce full of slapstick silliness, men camping it up in tights, big-bosomed women deceiving the men and the occasional saucy romp. There is …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:46AM

Southern Comfort by Suzy Evans

Dan Collins and Julianne Wick Davis' score provides generally easy listening, but the story of a community of transgender individuals in Georgia is hard to hear at times. The complicated c…

SOURCE: Backstage at 06:40AM

NY Review: 'My History of Marriage' by Robert Windeler

A sprightly and effective cast of eight, a couple dozen charming and apt songs and topflight direction and choreography comprise an enjoyable look at a not-always-enjoyable institution.

SOURCE: Backstage at 06:18AM

A nuanced, courageous 'August: Osage County' by Toby Zinman

The play, at the Arden, is immense not only in its ambitions but also in its length (3½ hours) and in its scope: generations of monsters, each vying for sympathy, understanding, and love, f…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 06:16AM

Getting serious by Kathy Boccella

Dylan Gelula insists she never expected to be cast as the mature-beyond-her-years teen in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, August: Osage County, opening Wednesday night at the Arden Theatre.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 06:14AM

Friday Roundup: CEOs 475: Workers 1 by Don Hall

I Love These...********The Passing of JobsI was in the the midst of pitching for our Fall Membership drive.  AP come on and informed us the Steve Jobs had died at 56.  I was a bit …

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Op-Ed Contributor: Against Nostalgia by Mike Daisey

Today there is no tech company that looks more like the Big Brother from Apple’s iconic 1984 commercial than Apple itself.

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Celia Imrie, Janie Dee and Robert Glenister and More Will Star in Noises Off at London's Old Vic by Mark Shenton

Jonathan Coy, Janie Dee, Robert Glenister, Jamie Glover, Celia Imrie, Karl Johnson, Aisling Loftus, Amy Nuttall and Paul Ready have been cast in the Old Vic's new production of Michael F…

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Friday, October 7, 2011 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Mardi Gras as an Explosion of Gay Rights by Paul Brunick

In “The Sons of Tennessee Williams,” the documentarian Tim Wolff tracks a half-century of the gay civil-rights movement through the lens of Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans.

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Music Review: A Singer Asks, Why Can’t a Man Be More Like a Woman? by Stephen Holden

Betty Buckley’s two sides, Broadway diva and quasi-jazz experimentalist, meet in her show at Feinstein’s at Loews Regency.

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The King's Speech Will Embark on U.K. Tour in February 2012; Initial Casting Announced by Mark Shenton

The King's Speech, the original play by David Seidler that subsequently inspired the Oscar-wining film of the same name, will receive its world stage premiere in a production being stage…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:36AM

Review: Sweeney Todd (Chichester) ****

Sondheim's bloody musical is a tremendous climax to this year's Chichester Festival. Jonathan Kent's powerful production brings out the essential melodrama of the piece without losing some o…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:02AM

Loitering in Neverland: the strangeness of Peter Pan

JM Barrie's character has inspired plenty of plays, books and films. For all the story's fun, though, it is rather sinisterLast summer, I was walking on the beach in Brighton. Men of a certa…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:00AM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Feature: Becoming an Actor: Do Romeo & Juliet Always Sleep Together?

Eva Longoria, who you’ll know if you’ve watched Desperate Housewives, like I haven’t, said “I think what destroys Hollywood marriages is our work schedule, not so muc…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:47AM

Review: The River Line ****

After the exciting rediscovery of Emlyn Williams’s Accolade at the Finborough last year, here comes an even more revelatory excavation from the same period: Charles Morgan’s The …

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:42AM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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News: King's Speech Play Tours UK from Feb 2012, Noble Directs

The long-rumoured first production of The King’s Speech - the play that became an Oscar-winning phenomenon on screen - will tour the UK from February next year, directed by former RSC …

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 03:22AM

Blog: A Criterion for Critics

A new lunchtime review show kicked off at the Criterion Theatre yesterday, convened by producer Sam Hodges, in association with Whatsonstage.com, and it was a resounding success. Or at leas…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 03:04AM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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The Three-Dollar Debut of Batgirl by Sam Hurwitt

Batgirl #1, by Gail Simone & Ardian Syaf, DC Comics, $2.99, out September 3. When DC announced its linewide relaunch this September, there were a lot of aspects of this starting-over tha…

SOURCE: The Idiolect at 02:57AM

News: Plays Cast: Grandage's Farewell Richard II, Old Vic Noises

Full casting has been announced for Richard II, Michael Grandage’s final production as artistic director of the Donmar Warehouse. As previously announced, Red star Eddie Redmayne will…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 02:57AM

One For The Road/Victoria Station, Young Vic by Alexandra Coghlan

The short story is a virtuoso form – the guest at the literary party who drops in for the merest of moments, scintillating and fascinating all before withdrawing with calculated aplomb, le…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 02:40AM

So You're Doing A Stage Monologue About Steve Jobs - How're You Gonna Handle His Death?

Mike Daisey, writer and performer of The Agony and Ecstasy of Steve Jobs, now running at New York's Public Theater, "performs his works extemporaneously, rather than with a prepared script .…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 02:01AM
Friday, October 7, 2011 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Should Funding Bodies Require Theatres To Provide More Parts For Women?

Julia Pascal, who was the first woman to direct a play at England's National Theatre, recently suggested that the only way to get the country's stages to offer more good roles for actresses …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 01:48AM

ON A CLEAR DAY

COMPLETE CAST ANNOUNCED TO JOIN HARRY CONNICK, JR. IN NEWLY IMAGINED PRODUCTION OF ON A CLEAR DAY YOU CAN SEE FOREVER WITH CHOREOGRAPHY BY JOANN M. HUNTER

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Lea Salonga, Stephanie J. Block, et al. Appear in 'Do You Hear the People Sing? The Dream Concert!' by BroadwayWorld

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra's presents Do You Hear the People Sing The Dream Concert, a world premiere pops production of music from renowned Broadway composers, Alain Boubil and Cla…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

'Tiny Kushner' scope is too large by Jenna Scherer

Tony Kushner carved out a permanent place in American drama with his seminal two-part epic "Angels in America."...

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 01:29AM

Shameless Self-Promotion by Peter Filichia

You may have noticed that the tag that I use at the end of the column has changed slightly in the last weeks. While it used to say, “Check out his book, Broadway Musicals: The Biggest…

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TT: Sauce for the gander

In today's Wall Street Journal drama column I write about a Chicago show, Writers' Theatre's revival of Tom Stoppard's The...

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TT: Almanac

"When you have loved as she has loved, you grow old beautifully." W. Somerset Maugham, The Circle...

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Dance program looks at Martha Graham's legacy

Some artists are so iconic that it's hard to imagine the world being quite the same without them. But phenomenal success has its downside.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 01:00AM

Pulitzer exhibition shows many representations of Buddha

In "Reflections of the Buddha," the Pulitzer Foundation has mounted one of the most effective exhibitions in its 10-year history.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 01:00AM

Frank Lloyd Wright House exhibits miniature buildings

An Eiffel Tower you can hold in one hand, a Tate Modern made of rubber, a Frank Lloyd Wright tower that lights cigarettes — these pint-size models of the world's most famous buildings are …

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 01:00AM

Ghostlight – dull and dreary at New York Musical Festival by Oscar E. Moore

The word “mistake” keeps popping up only to remind us that the concept for Ghostlight is just that - a mistake.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Learning to Speak Chinglish w/ David Henry Hwang (#9)

Chinglish playwright David Henry Hwang once again takes Broadway’s Best Shows backstage for an exclusive look into the rehearsal process.

SOURCE: Broadway's Best Shows at 01:00AM

Lark Play Development Center to Honor Katori Hall, 10/11 (VIDEO)

The Lark Play Development Center will host a special event on October 11th celebrating playwright Katori Hall on her Broadway debut with The Mountaintop.

SOURCE: Broadway's Best Shows at 01:00AM

Broadway Guanxi: The Story of CHINGLISH PART THREE: Chinglish in Chicago

The cast and creative team behind Chinglish tell us the story of Chinglish and how their guanxi developed Chinglish into a Broadway show.

SOURCE: Broadway's Best Shows at 01:00AM

Behind the Scenes at the LYSISTRATA JONES Commercial Shoot! (VIDEO)

Exclusive look behind the scenes at the LYSISTRATA JONES commercial shoot.

SOURCE: Broadway's Best Shows at 01:00AM

GODSPELL Will Have Broadway's First-Ever Post-Show Stage Door Lottery

GODSPELL will be the first show in Broadway history to also offer a post-show stage door lottery for an exclusive chance to go behind the scenes!

SOURCE: Broadway's Best Shows at 01:00AM

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA: Behind the Scenes at the Royal Albert Hall (VIDEO)

Exclusive footage behind-the-scenes at the Royal Albert Hall, as Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cameron Mackintosh, Gillian Lynne and cast members including Sierra Boggess and Ramin Karimloo prepare f…

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Interview with Director Leigh Silverman of Chinglish

I have always believed that language is actually a character in this play. One of my challenges as a director on top of directing a play that doesn’t take place in my native language &…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 01:00AM

From out of nowhere, Carrie Coon

Actress' breakthrough role draws attention BY NINA METZ ... Watching Carrie Coon embody the sensual, mercurial object of desire at the center of Tom Stoppard's acerbic relationship drama "T…

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Friday, October 7, 2011 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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The Friday Five, October 7, 2011 by The Charlebois Post

FIVE COLOURS THAT WERE ABANDONED BEFORE DECIDING ON “GREEN ROOM”Legend has it that theatres used to have multiple “green rooms”, with each one’s walls painted differently to accomm…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 12:02AM

Couch of Freud's Last Session Moves to New World Stages in NYC Theatre District on Oct. 7 by Kenneth Jones

The doctor is in — in New World Stages, that is. The popular Off-Broadway play Freud's Last Session, seen on the Upper West Side for the past year, relocates to Manhattan's the…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

A Hollywood Twosome Conjures Dr. King's Final Hours by Brandon Voss

Samuel L. Jackson and Angela Bassett bring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s last night to life in the Broadway premiere of Katori Hall's The Mountaintop.

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The Big Interview: Larry Kramer, inside his normal heart by Richard Ouzounian

AIDS activist and playwright discusses his life and struggles.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 12:01AM

Arena Stage's Revised Version of The Book Club Play Begins Oct. 7 by Kenneth Jones

The ensemble cast of Arena Stage's production of Karen Zacarías' comedy The Book Club Play, about the personalities and tensions of bibliophiles who gather to discuss their pa…

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Elizabeth Ashley and Members of Original Broadway Cast Begin Dividing the Estate at the Alley Theatre by Adam Hetrick

Late playwright Horton Foote's Texas-set family drama Dividing the Estate, featuring much of its original Broadway cast, including Elizabeth Ashley, Hallie Foote and Penny Fuller, begins…

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Stephanie J. Block, Lea Salonga, Terrence Mann, Peter Lockyer Offer The Dream Concert! Oct. 7-9 by Andrew Gans

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and Principal Pops conductor Jack Everly open the 2011-2012 Printing Partners Pops Series season with the world premiere of the symphonic concert stage pr…

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Christopher T. Magician's Musical Extravaganza, Just Like Magic, Begins Oct. 7 at NYMF by Michael Gioia

Just Like Magic, Christopher T. Magician's "magical musical extravaganza," which is billed as a meeting of "Blue's Clues" and Hedwig and the Angry Inch, is a spec…

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World Premiere of Hey, Morgan!, With Martha Marion, Begins Oct. 7 at the Black Dahlia by Michael Gioia

For the first time in Black Dahlia Theatre's ten-year history, the company presents a musical production. The world premiere of Hey, Morgan!, helmed by Dahlia artistic director Matt Shak…

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Singing New Tunes, The Addams Family Gets Major Makeover for National Tour by Kenneth Jones

The popular Broadway musical The Addams Family has new branches in its family tree for the recently launched national tour. Producer Stuart Oken and director Jerry Zaks discuss new plot poin…

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Bill Cain's How to Write a New Book for the Bible, a Play About Family, Begins World-Premiere Run in CA by Kenneth Jones

Equivocation playwright Bill Cain's How to Write a New Book for the Bible get its world premiere Oct. 7-Nov. 20 at Berkeley Repertory Theatre in California. The ensemble of four inc…

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DIVA TALK: Karen Akers Chats about Stephen Sondheim; Ah Men! for Betty Buckley by Andrew Gans

News, views and reviews about the multi-talented women of the musical theatre and the concert/cabaret stage.

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Today in Theatre History: OCTOBER 7 by David Gewirtzman and Ernio Hernandez, Sam Maher and Robert Viagas

1907 The Gay White Way, a musical revue whose title meant something quite different in that innocent era, opens at the Casino Theatre for a then-healthy run of 105 performances. Blanche Ring…

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Poignant 'Last of the Line' examines heritage and history

A world premiere by Samm-Art Williams is a notable event. Mr. Williams has himself been notable since his heart-filling "Home" won a 1981 Tony nomination and later enriched the stage at the …

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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 15, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
TBA: Titanic