Friday, December 30, 2011 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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TT: Music at night

"I have the A minor Quartet on the gramophone, and I find it quite inexhaustible to study. There is a...

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 11:35PM

Saturday, December 31, 2011

Home Again, Home AgainI'm back from visiting my family for the winter holiday.  As I said in the last post, I'm tired. There was a lack of sleep during the visit. Some of it is due to m…

SOURCE: Variations On A Theme at 11:30PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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"Love Sung in The Key of Aretha" in Sarasota by Bill Oser

It is wonderful to see the energy and talent currently on display in Westcoast Black Theater Troup's presentation of "Love Sung in the Key of Aretha" because only a few years ago WBTT was in…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 09:58PM

The Best and Worst of 2011 by Matthew Murray

Overall, 2011 was an excellent theatre year. Here's Matthew Murray's look at the 10 best—and five worst—shows.

SOURCE: BroadwayStars at 09:17PM

Helena Bonham Carter Named to Queen's Honours List by Brian Scott Lipton

Two-time Oscar nominee Helena Bonham Carter has been named a Commander of the British Empire (CBE) by Queen Elizabeth II as part of her year-end Honours List. Carter played Mrs. Lovett in t…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:08PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Kerry Butler, Ana Gasteyer, Linda Lavin, Hunter Parrish, et al. Set for January Barnes & Noble Events by Brian Scott Lipton

Barnes & Noble Upper East Side (150 East 86th Street) has announced its January calendar of events. Highlights include Tony Award winner Linda Lavin performing selections from her new C…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 08:41PM

News: Bonham Carter & Harewood Named in New Year Honours

Actors Helena Bonham Carter and David Harewood are among those recognised in the 2012 New Year Honours list, which was announced today (31 December). Bonham Carter, star of films including …

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:25PM

Beloved Yiddish Singer Adrienne Cooper Mourned by Colleagues by Jon Kalish

On Sunday, December 25, 2011, the Yiddish singer Adrienne Cooper passed away in a Manhattan hospital after battling cancer. She was 65. Cooper played a pivotal role in the revival of klezm…

SOURCE: WNYC at 08:03PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Theater: ‘Billy Elliot’ and ‘Addams Family’ - Saying Goodbye by Erik Piepenburg

Backstage veterans of “Billy Elliot” and “The Addams Family” reflect on an era of steady paychecks and consider what’s next.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:27PM

Photo Coverage: The IDIOTS Have Arrived in Toronto by Kelly Cameron

American Idiot launched its National Tour in Toronto last night at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, and BWW was on hand to capture photos from the pre-show press event and the post-show afte…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:13PM

Photo Coverage: The IDIOTS Have Arrived in Toronto - AMERICAN IDIOT Opening Night! by Kelly Cameron

American Idiot launched its National Tour in Toronto last night at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, and BWW was on hand to capture photos from the pre-show press event and the post-show afte…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:13PM

The Saturday interview: Vagina Monologues author Eve Ensler by Emine Saner

The Vagina Monologues shot writer Eve Ensler to stardom. Now she is a global campaigner who plans to call a billion women out on strike against rapeWho could have predicted what an effe…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:04PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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FLASH FRIDAY: Meryl Streep, Barbara Cook & THE KENNEDY CENTER HONORS 2011 by Pat Cerasaro

Today we are focusing on this weeks undisputed theatre-centric extravaganza, the 2011 KENNEDY CENTER HONORS, which featured stirring tributes to two stage superstars Meryl Streep and Barbara…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:24PM

Theater Review: ‘Him’ by Clifford Streit at Cherry Lane Theater - Review by Andy Webster

In Clifford Streit’s “Him,” a gay actor’s manager works hard to keep him in the closet.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:19PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Live Nation opens new Indianapolis venue

Live Nation is opening a new 500-capacity concert venue in Indianapolis this weekend, just over a month before the Super Bowl's scheduled arrival in February. Deluxe is located in the baseme…

SOURCE: Ticket News at 05:58PM

BWW TV EXCLUSIVE: SUBMISSIONS ONLY Season 2, Episode 4 by BroadwayWorld TV

Welcome to SUBMISSIONS ONLY, BroadwayWorld.com's first exclusive, fully scripted program series created, written, and directed by Kate Wetherhead and Andrew Keenan-Bolger. The pair also star…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42PM

5th Avenue Theatre to Launch New Works Program to Develop New Musicals by Robby Ritacco

The 5th Avenue Theatre is launching the New Works Program, an initiative to support the creation and development of new musicals from inception through production. "The establishment…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:29PM

Seattle Opera Announces 2012-2013 Season by Dan Bacalzo

Seattle Opera has announced selections for its 2012-2013 season. Performances will take place in Marion Oliver McCaw Hall. The season will begin with Turandot (August 4-18), featuring music…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:21PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Eddie Clendening to Make Appearance at OH! YOU PRETTY THINGS, 1/15 by BroadwayWorld

Oh You Pretty Things is proud to present a birthday bacchanalia for rocks two greatest capricorns Elvis Presley and David Bowie, This Ambitious Orchestra along with Michael T and the Vanitie…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:53PM

John Leguizamo to Perform GHETTO KLOWN in All Spanish by BroadwayWorld

Stage and screen star John Leguizamo will showcase Ghetto Klown performed entirely in Spanish at Repertorio Espaol as he warms up before he embarks on his first Colombian tour.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:48PM

Anna Rubley, Adam Silver to Star in Adam Szymnokowicz's Nerve by Robby Ritacco

Sixth Avenue will be presenting the Los Angeles premiere of Adam Szymnokowicz's Nerve at the El Centro Theatre, January 6-28. The darkly romantic comedy features Anna Rubley as Susan an…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:42PM

Robert Kimball to Now Host Makin' Whoopee, Starring Howard McGillin, Laura Osnes and More by Dan Bacalzo

Musical theater historian Robert Kimball will now host Makin' Whoopee: Walter Donaldson, Gus Kahn and the Jazz Age, to be offered at the 92Y, January 7-9, as part of the Lyrics and Lyri…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:21PM

CHART TOPPERS: Top-Grossing Broadway Productions, Week of Dec. 19-25 by Judy Samelson

Here are the top-grossing Broadway productions for the week of Dec. 19-25, 2011, as reported by The Broadway League.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:15PM

Eddie Clendening to Participate in David Bowie + Elvis Presley Birthday Bash by Dan Bacalzo

Broadway veteran Eddie Clendening will be among the performers in Oh! You Pretty Things' David Bowie + Elvis Presley Birthday Bash, to be held at (Le) Poisson Rouge on Sunday January 1…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:10PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Photo Coverage: AMERICAN IDIOT Tour Kicks Off in Toronto! by Kelly Cameron

The much-anticipated National Tour of Green Day's American Idiot kicked off in Toronto last night, and BWW was on hand to capture photos of the entire event. It was a very special evening a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:49PM

Leslie Jordan to Premiere Fruit Fly at Celebration Theatre by Dan Bacalzo

Celebration Theatre will present the world premiere of Fruit Fly, written and performed by Emmy Award winner Leslie Jordan, beginning January 6. David Galligan will direct. The solo show as…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:49PM

DID YOU KNOW...The Most Interesting Message Board Topics of the Week, December 24-30 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 03:30PM

Raul Esparza to Perform February Concert at Adrienne Arsht Center by Dan Bacalzo

Four-time Tony Award nominee Raul Esparza will return to the Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami, performing Raul Esparza in Concert at Knight Concert Hall, on Saturday, February 11, at 8pm. In …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:11PM

My 2011 in review by Adam Szymkowicz

I had 8 productions of full length plays in 2011 with 12 more planned for 2012, in theory. (although this time last year I thought there would be 12 productions this year). To make a liv…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 03:06PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Stephen Sondheim On Piano Jazz

The musical theater composer performs "Send in the Clowns" and more with host Marian McPartland.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 02:59PM

BWW Polls: What New Year's Resolution Should Broadway Make for 2012? by BroadwayWorld

As the holiday season comes to a close, it's hard not to reflect back on the fabulous Broadway season that was 2011. Filled with new musicals, classic revivals, and a star-studded cast of th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:56PM

World-Premiere Narrative Folk Revue Lonesome Traveler Will Bow in Laguna with Jennifer Leigh Warren by Adam Hetrick

The Laguna Playhouse will offer the world premiere of Lonesome Traveler: A Journey Down the Rivers and Streams of American Folk, studded with such songs as “Mr. Tambourine Man,&rd…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:40PM

John Leguizamo to Perform Spanish Version of Ghetto Klown at Repertorio Espanol by Dan Bacalzo

John Leguizamo will perform a Spanish-language version of his recent Drama Desk-winning Broadway show, Ghetto Klown at Repertorio Espanol, January 19-21. Fisher Stevens directs. In the solo…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:37PM

Top 5 Most Viewed Posts of 2011 by Michael Block

There is almost over. And it's been a good year! After starting up in late June, we have now surpassed the 14,000 hit mark! So what articles were the most viewed on theaterinthenow.com?1. Sp…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:33PM

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at the Planned Marquee for GHOST on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

On Twitter Watch, Dave Stewart wrote BRING IT ON GhostBroadwayAs previously announced, Ghost The Musical on Broadway will star its UK leads Richard Fleeshman and Caissie Levy as Sam and Mol…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:30PM

Tom Alan Robbins, Angela Reed, Cory Michael Smith and More Cast in World Premiere of The Whale by Michael Gioia

The Denver Centre Theatre Company will present the world premiere of The Whale beginning Jan. 13, 2012, prior to an official opening Jan. 19, at the Ricketson Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:30PM

Carey Mulligan Latest Addition to New York Times' Arts & Leisure Weekend by Adam Hetrick

Actress Carey Mulligan, last seen on the New York stage in the American stage premiere of Ingmar Bergman's Through a Glass Darkly, has joined the lineup for the New York Times' 11th …

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:28PM

Singing the national anthem before American Idiot? No, Canada by J. Kelly Nestruck

There are times and places for O Canada. Important national events, for example. Or hockey games. Not before an American musical criticizing patriotism

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 02:25PM

David Burnham, With Special Guest Sally Mayes, to Sing at the Beechman by Adam Hetrick

Light in the Piazza actor David Burnham and Tony Award nominee Sally Mayes will appear at the Laurie Beechman Theatre Jan. 10, 2012.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:17PM

STAGE TUBE: Karen Olivo Hosts a 'Behind-the-Scenes' Look at NBC's HARRY'S LAW by Stage Tube

NBC has posted an exclusive 'on the set' video of its hit primetime legal drama HARRY'S LAW. The video is hosted by Broadway vet Karen Olivo who portrays Cassie Reynolds on the show. In the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:12PM

THE SCREENING ROOM: "Glee" Cast Members Share Their Favorite Holiday Moments (Video) by Michael Gioia

The McKinley High students celebrated the holidays on the most recent episode of "Glee," which was entitled "Extraordinary Merry Christmas." Here, the cast members discus…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:00PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Celebrity Autobiography Benefit to Feature Martha Plimpton, Matthew Perry, Ryan Reynolds and More by Adam Hetrick

Andrea Martin, Martha Plimpton, Martin Short and Matthew Perry are among the stars who will take part in a benefit presentation of Celebrity Autobiography Feb. 21, 2012, at Cal State Univers…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:54PM

Hugh Jackman Picks His Charity by Suzanna Bowling

Hugh Jackman Picks His Charity: T2C has partnered with Medea Vodka and Columbus Circle Wine and Spirits to help raise money for charities. Our first Medea Vodka bottle was signed by the tale…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 01:51PM

Mark Ballas, Christine Ebersole, Justin Guarini, et al. to Perform at Landmark on Main Street in 2012 by Dan Bacalzo

Stage veteran and Dancing with the Stars champion Mark Ballas will perform in concert at Landmark on Main Street on Friday, January 27, at 8pm. Ballas, whose musical theater credits includ…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:45PM

Board Named for Arts Center Planned for World Trade Center Site by Patricia Cohen

The naming of a board of directors was necessary to gain access to funds from the Lower Manhattan Development Corporation.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:25PM

Blood and Gifts by J. T. Rogers, directed by Bartlett Sher, at Lincoln Center Theater at the Mitzi Newhouse by Yvonne Korshak

... here's the cold war ... Blood and Guts tells the story of the American thrust for influence in Afghanistan during the cold war through a close look at the lives and adventures of three i…

SOURCE: Let's Talk Off-Broadway at 01:20PM

Johnson joins fight to save London deli

Boris Johnson is urging Londoners to help save a Jewish diner that faces closure by the Marquess of Salisbury

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:20PM

Richard Maxwell and the Wooster Group Will Bring Eugene O'Neill's Early Plays to St. Ann's by Adam Hetrick

The Wooster Group has enlisted Richard Maxwell to adapt four of Eugene O'Neill's plays for the world premiere of Early Plays, anchored in the world of sailors and the sea, which will…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:13PM

Craig Bierko, Martha Plimpton, Ryan Reynolds, Martin Short et al. Set for Celebrity Autobiography by Dan Bacalzo

Valerie Bertinelli, Craig Bierko, Micky Dolenz, Florence Henderson, Lainie Kazan, Andrea Martin, Eugene Pack, Matthew Perry, Martha Plimpton, Dayle Reyfel, Ryan Reynolds, and Martin Short w…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:01PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Molly Ward, Karl Miller, Daniel Morgan Shelley Among Cast of Find and Sign World Premiere by Michael Gioia

Pioneer Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Wendy MacLeod's Find and Sign, as part of Pioneer's New Plays Initiative, beginning Jan. 13, 2012, at the Simmons Pioneer M…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:45PM

2011 year in review: Notable deaths in theater and comedy by David Ng

Notable 2011 deaths in drama and comedy included those of Arthur Laurents, Gil Cates, Vaclav Havel and Patrice O'Neal.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 12:39PM

Andrew Lloyd Webber: Olympics Will Hit London Theaters

Andrew Lloyd Webber says London's Olympic Games will force most of the capital's theaters to close for the summer.

SOURCE: Backstage at 12:39PM

PHOTO CALL: American Idiot Tour Rocks Toronto by Matthew Blank

The new North American tour of American Idiot, the Broadway rock musical based on the Green Day album, officially debuted Dec. 28 at the Toronto Centre for the Arts in Ontario, Canada.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:38PM

OBSESSED!: Andréa Burns, John Tartaglia and Brian d'Arcy James Spend Another "Crazazy" Year With Seth

In what is becoming an annual Playbill tradition, Seth is joined by his daughter Juli (sing out, Juli!) to present a countdown of his top "OBESESSED!" moments of the past year. Sierra Bogg…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:31PM

How to Become a Star in One Easy Lesson: 'War Horse's' Jeremy Irvine by Stephen Galloway

Jeremy Irvine, the 21-year-old star and acting newcomer from the Steven Spielberg-directed Disney film "War Horse," spoke with THR's Stephen Galloway about his big break.

SOURCE: Backstage at 12:29PM

John Lithgow on Drama

John Lithgow shares a backstage view of his own struggle and discovery, telling about his road to becoming a star. His memoir, Drama: An Actor’s Education, is a tribute to his most importa…

SOURCE: WNYC at 12:28PM

Historic Bucks County Playhouse Saved by Chris Luner

Theatre will return to the Philadelphia suburbs in a new life later this year at The Bucks County Playhouse which had been sitting abandoned since late last year after it was forced into clo…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 12:23PM

Harry Belafonte on His Life and Work

Harry Belafonte talks about his life—as an actor musician, and passionate activist. In his memoir, My Song, he writes of his close friendship with Martin Luther King, Jr.; his role as a co…

SOURCE: WNYC at 12:21PM

Hugo by Trav S.D.

Hugo? Children? Allow me to digress with this reminiscence, concerning the other Hugo, the Man of a Thousand Faces: Okay, now that’s out of the way. After weeks of eager anticipation I…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 12:18PM

Morgan James to Perform Free Concert at Rockwood Music Hall by Dan Bacalzo

Morgan James, currently appearing in the Broadway revival of Godspell, will be offering a free-of-charge concert at Rockwood Music Hall (196 Allen Street) on Monday, January 2 at 8:30pm. Sh…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:17PM

PLAYBILL.COM'S THEATRE WEEK IN REVIEW, Dec. 24-30: Best Man Gets a Former First Lady, Bonnie & Clyde Ends (and Begins), Idiot Tours by Robert Simonson

As is always the case when one theatre year folds into the next, and the powers that be in the stage world recharge their batteries through rigorous skiing and competitive champagne intake, …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:16PM

Main Street Theater Announces Cast for Coast of Utopia by Robby Ritacco

The Houston-based Main Street Theater has announced casting for its upcoming presentation of Voyage, part one of Sir Tom Stoppard's Coast of Utopia trilogy, featuring a company of over …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:15PM

Godspell's Morgan James Will Kick Off New Year With Free Concert by Andrew Gans

Morgan James, who can currently be seen in the first Broadway revival of Godspell, will perform with her rock-and-soul band Jan. 2, 2012, at Rockwood Music Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:10PM

Best of 2011: #1 - I don't believe in outer space by Ludlow Lad

Extra credit always goes to the first time I discover a new company/artist for the first time, and this was the case with William Forsythe Company and I DON'T BELIEVE IN OUTER SPACE this yea…

SOURCE: Off-Off Blogway at 12:09PM

WNYC Host Richard Hake MakesBroadway Debut in ‘Mary Poppins’ by Richard Hake

“Mary Poppins” just celebrated a fifth year on Broadway with over 2,130 performances. Long runs like this aren’t common on the Great White Way these days. But the show has been pop…

SOURCE: WNYC at 12:08PM

STAGE PORTRAIT: Hugh Jackman in Back on Broadway by Playbill Staff

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 12:03PM

The Best Boston Productions of 2011 by Thomas Garvey

Candide at the Huntington2011.  To be perfectly honest - it wasn't all that great a year (and I'm not talking about just the weather).  In 2010, my "best of" list ran to 20 product…

SOURCE: The Hub Review at 12:02PM

Aaron Carter, Joey Fatone, Lou Diamond Phillips et al. Set for Food Network's Celebrity Cook-Off by Dan Bacalzo

Theater veterans Aaron Carter, Taylor Dayne, Joey Fatone, Cheech Marin, and Lou Diamond Phillips will be contestants on The Food Network's Rachael vs. Guy Celebrity Cook-Off, to premier…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:01PM

Evocative postcards – Home.Sweet.Home by Pauline Adamek

Opening next week is an art exhibition at the Robert Berman Gallery, found within the art enclave Bergamot Station in Santa Monica, that pairs Gerald Slota’s collage/photography with short…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 12:00PM

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars - LYSISTRATA JONES' Patti Murin! by BroadwayWorld

Welcome to THE FRIDAY SIX QampAs With Your Favorite Broadway Stars. Want to know what hooked them to a career in the theater Their dream roles Their Broadway crushes Read on

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:00PM

2011 in Review: JK's Theatrescene Awards, Part II: The Performance Awards by JK

To see the Non-Performance Winners: 2011 JK's TheatreScene Awards, Part 1, click  HERE.The other day, I named 37 winners in 39 categories covering non-performance achievement on Br…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 12:00PM

Once: One boy, one girl, one bar, four stars by J. Kelly Nestruck

A simple love story, beautifully staged and set to enchanting tunes, makes for a first-rate musical

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 12:00PM

Stephen Sondheim On Piano Jazz by Grant Jackson

On this episode of Piano Jazz recorded in 1994, legendary musical theatre composer Stephen Sondheim is Marian McPartland's guest. They perform and discuss selections from his extensive catal…

SOURCE: WNYC at 12:00PM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Broadway Finds God, Spider-Man Shows Superhero Strength and Other Lessons of the Year by Broadway.com

The curtain is coming down on 2011 and, as always, it's been a busy year for Broadway. A raunchy new blockbuster became the darling of critics and audiences alike, one bizarre fashion ch…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:54AM

The Book of Mormon's Josh Gad Aims to Finally Tackle a Resolution That's Haunted Him for 20 Years by Broadway.com

As the curtain goes down on 2011, Broadway.com is looking ahead to the new year. We’ve asked the brightest stars on Broadway to reflect on their personal highlights from the past year …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:52AM

Godspell's Hunter Parrish Hopes to Buff Back Up in 2012 by Broadway.com

As the curtain goes down on 2011, Broadway.com is looking ahead to the new year. We’ve asked the brightest stars on Broadway to reflect on their personal highlights from the past year …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:50AM

Glee Moments, Oscar Highlights and a Radcliffe Performance Rank as Favorite 'Watch It' Clips by Broadway.com

Broadway.com readers (and editors!) love to see favorite stars perform in bite-size video clips. No wonder our "Watch It" items have become among the most-clicked-upon features on …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:50AM

Wicked Star Jackie Burns Looks Back on A Very Colorful Year by Broadway.com

As the curtain goes down on 2011, Broadway.com is looking ahead to the new year. We’ve asked the brightest stars on Broadway to reflect on their personal highlights from the past year …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:49AM

Praxis Theatre’s Top 10 of the Top 10 for 2011 by Praxis

by Aislinn Rose and Michael Wheeler 10 The Cult of Mac for including Mike Daisey’s play The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs in its round-up of 2011 Mac stories. Cult of Mac reports tha…

SOURCE: praxistheatre.com at 11:45AM

American Idiot: Idiotic, incongruous, lots of fun by J. Kelly Nestruck

Viewed as a modern-dance show or a live-action music video, American Idiot is an eye-catching, ear-popping rush

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 11:45AM

"Dancing With the Stars" Champion Mark Ballas Will Perform in Concert in January by Andrew Gans

Mark Ballas, who choreographed A Cinderella Christmas, which is currently playing Los Angeles' El Portal through Jan. 8, 2012, will go it solo next month at Landmark on Main Street in Po…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:41AM

Wendy's Top Ten of 2011 by Wendy Caster

2011 continued my personal trend of seeing many more Off-Off-Broadway shows and considerably fewer Broadway Shows, with Off-Broadway holding steady. In fact, of over 70 shows, only eight wer…

SOURCE: Show Showdown at 11:37AM

STAGE VIEWS: Evita Star Max von Essen by Andrew Gans

Playbill.com's new series features brief chats with Broadway actors commenting on their recent theatregoing experiences, what productions they are looking forward to and more. Here, via …

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:30AM

Finding meaning in a play about nothing by Michael Harris

There’s fresh humour in John Wright’s superb new production of Samuel Beckett’s masterpiece, Waiting for Godot

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 11:30AM

Steven Meerdink and Kevin Hansen Will Star in Minneapolis Musical Theatre's Story Of My Life by Michael Gioia

Minneapolis Musical Theatre will present The Story Of My Life, featuring a book by Brian Hill with music and lyrics by Neil Bartram, beginning March 9, 2012, at the Illusion Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:25AM

South Park Creators Talk 'Book Of Mormon'

Trey Parker and Matt Stone talk about their blasphemous, hilarious and oddly endearing Broadway hit, which led the Tony nominations field this year — and will probably go down in history a…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 11:24AM

13 by Robert Walport

Mike Bartlett is certainly ambitious. He's turning out plays at an incredible speed and they aren't exactly chamber pieces either. "13" is possibly his most epic yet, though it's also one of…

SOURCE: The Tyro Theatre Critic at 11:18AM

Carey Mulligan Added to New York Times' Arts & Leisure Weekend by Dan Bacalzo

Stage and screen star Carey Mulligan has been added to the line-up for The New York Times' Arts & Leisure Weekend, and will be featured in a talk on January 8 from 2pm to 3:15pm. A…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:16AM

South FL Premiere of Next to Normal to Star Jodie Langel, Mark Sanders and Eddy Rioseco by Adam Hetrick

Jodie Langel and Mark Sanders will co-star in the Actors' Playhouse production of the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Next to Normal, beginning Jan. 18, 2012, in Coral Gables, FL.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:09AM

Idina Menzel Has PBS Concert, DVD and Gay Cruise On Full Plate by Andrew Gans

Tony Award winner Idina Menzel, who is featured on the current season of "Glee," has many projects on her plate, including an upcoming PBS concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:07AM

PHOTO CALL: GrooveLily Brings Striking 12 Back to NYC by Matthew Blank

Striking 12, the holiday-set concept-concert musical by members of the pop trio GrooveLily and Tony Award-winning librettist Rachel Sheinkin, returned to New York City for a Dec. 26-31 engag…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

Spider-Man's Rebecca Faulkenberry Hopes to 'Grow Some Cojones' in the New Year by Broadway.com

As the curtain goes down on 2011, Broadway.com is looking ahead to the new year. We’ve asked the brightest stars on Broadway to reflect on their personal highlights from the past year …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:05AM

Cape May Stage Announces 2012 Season by Dan Bacalzo

New Jersey's Cape May Stage has announced the productions to be featured in the theater's 2012 season. Selections will include Uncle Jacques' Symphony, written and performed …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:04AM

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 12/30/2011 by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ Rush, Lottery amp Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 12302011.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:00AM

Who is the Producer of the Year? WINNER ANNOUNCED! by Ken Davenport

We had a record number of votes in this year's POTY contest, and it was a very, very tight race (reminded me of the Millie vs. Urinetown Tony battle royale in 2002). But the winner, with no …

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

South Park Creators Talk 'Book Of Mormon'

This week on Fresh Air, we're marking the year's end by revisiting some of the most memorable conversations we've had in 2011. This interview was originally broadcast on May 19, 2011. Take …

SOURCE: WNYC at 11:00AM

Stephen Colbert: A 'Company' Man On Broadway

This week on Fresh Air, we're marking the year's end by revisiting some of the most memorable conversations we've had in 2011. This interview was originally broadcast on June 14, 2011. Steph…

SOURCE: WNYC at 11:00AM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Susie Amy, Kate O'Mara, Mark Wynter et al. Set for UK Tour of Murder on the Nile by Dan Bacalzo

Susie Amy, Denis Lill, Ben Nealon, Chloe Newsome, Kate O'Mara, and Mark Wynter will star in The Agatha Christie Theatre Company's UK tour of Murder on the Nile, beginning with an e…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:57AM

Susan Egan Will Perform New Year's Eve Benefit Concert in California by Michael Gioia

Tony Award nominee Susan Egan will perform a benefit concert for the Rose Center Theater in Westminster, CA, Dec. 31.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Well, That’s a New One: Top Theater Trends in 2011 by Lucky and The Mick

Broadway survived another year and so did we. God bless us, everyone. But before that, here’s a look back at some of the biggest trends in the year that just passed. Welcome Back, Inte…

SOURCE: The Craptacular at 10:41AM

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 12/30 - KISS ME KATE by Stage Tube

Today in 1948, opened at the Shubert Theatre. Kiss Me, Kate is a musical with music and lyrics by Cole Porter. It is structured as a play within a play, where the interior play is a musical …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:38AM

PHOTO CALL: Kerry O'Malley, Scott Coulter and More Offer a Broadway Hootenanny by Matthew Blank

Scott Siegel's Broadway Hootenanny concert series continued Dec. 29 at Feinstein's at Loews Regency in Manhattan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:35AM

Darren Criss' First Performance in How to Succeed... Is Sold Out; Strong Sales for Next Three Weeks by Adam Hetrick

When "Glee" star Darren Criss takes the stage of the Al Hirschfeld Theatre next week in the Broadway revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, he'll be in go…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:30AM

STAGE TUBE: Carney Brothers Perform 'Amelie' by Stage Tube

In the video below, SPIDER-MAN's Reeve Carney teams with his brother Zane to perform a special acoustic version of 'Amelie.' Click below to check it out

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

BWW JR: BIG APPLE CIRCUS DREAM BIG- An Afternoon of Firsts by Erin Leigh Peck

Ive never been to the circus. Can you believe it Im thirty ahem years old and have never seen a show under the big top, and neither have my kids. They also never tasted cotton candyuntil …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:17AM

Walnut Street Theatre Announces 2012-2013 Season by Dan Bacalzo

Walnut Street Theatre has announced the productions that will be included in its 2012-2013 mainstage season. This will be the theater's 204th season of live entertainment and its 30th s…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:09AM

Andrew Lloyd Webber on the 'Bloodbath' of Summer 2012 by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, there is currently a lot of discussion going on about the possibility of closing West End productions for the 2012 Summer Olypics in London. Now Andrew …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

TT: Just so you'll know

Mrs. T and I are in Smalltown, U.S.A., where my mother is seriously ill. Her condition appears to have stabilized...

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 10:03AM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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A Tribute to Richard M. Sherman Will Be Presented in Hollywood by Andrew Gans

A Tribute to Richard M. Sherman, the famed Disney composer, will be presented Jan. 8, 2012, at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:38AM

Richard M. Sherman to Receive Tribute Concert at El Capitan Theatre by Dan Bacalzo

El Capitan Theatre will present A Tribute to Richard M. Sherman on Sunday, January 8 at 7pm. Sherman will make a special appearance at this musical multi-media showcase. The event will incl…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:33AM

Walnut Street Season to Include American Premiere of Love Story, The Musical Plus Good People by Andrew Gans

Walnut Street Theatre, America’s oldest theatre and the State Theatre of Pennsylvania, has announced its 204th season of live entertainment and its 30th season as a not-for-profit prod…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:23AM

Feature: Condola Rashad Makes It Stick by Brian Scott Lipton

The award-winning actress discussing starring in the new Broadway play Stick Fly.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:00AM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Joe Brack is the last elf standing by Lorraine Treanor

Performers in holiday shows have lots to be merry about this season as box office sales have earned extensions for their shows. Synetic’s Romeo and Juliet added a week, closing today,…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:58AM

Jennifer Hudson to Be Featured on NBC's DATELINE, 1/8 by BroadwayWorld

In a DATELINE exclusive airing on Sunday, January 8 at 7pm6pm Central, Lester Holt interviews Oscar and Grammy winner Jennifer Hudson. And on Monday, January 9 - the day before her new book …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:45AM

I Remember/Stranger Than You Dreamt It by The Phantom of the Opera

I Remember/Stranger Than You Dreamt It http://www.thephantomoftheopera.com Fiftheenth in a series of clips from the 2004 film version of The Phantom of the Opera. Performed by Emmy Rossum …

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:18AM

Magical Lasso by The Phantom of the Opera

Magical Lasso http://www.thephantomoftheopera.com Fourtheenth in a series of clips from the 2004 film version of The Phantom of the Opera. With Kevin R. McNally as Joseph Buquet and Mirand…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:16AM

Happy #newplay? by George Hunka

Two years ago, at the end of 2009, I posted a brief essay about the TDF/New Dramatists study of new American plays and the development process leading to them, Outrageous Fortune. I repost i…

SOURCE: Superfluities Redux at 08:16AM

December 2011 Closings on Broadway

Broadway Sign © Archives The end of 2011 also means the end of several shows on Broadway. Having just opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre, Bonnie and Clyde will close today, December 30, 2…

SOURCE: About.com - Theater at 08:11AM

BBC News - Andrew Lloyd Webber predicts 2012 theatre 'bloodbath'

The Olympics will cause "a bloodbath of a summer" for London theatres in 2012, Andrew Lloyd Webber has predicted.

SOURCE: BBC at 08:06AM

Quote of the Day: Angela Lansbury + DiVaR Alert by Sarah B. Roberts

"I'm not one of those people who sits in the dark, looking at their work from 70 years earlier," Angela Lansbury insists. "I'm really not." From  "Angela Lansbury 'very grateful' for T…

SOURCE: Adventures in the Endless Pursuit of Entertainment at 08:06AM

'Phantom of the Opera' reunion in Westfield by Ronni Reich

Former Broadway castmates will sing together again at New Year's Eve show

SOURCE: NJ.com at 08:05AM

Have Ticket Prices To London Theatre Gotten Too High?

The Telegraph (UK) 12/30/11

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 08:03AM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Marx Bros. All Day Tomorrow! by Trav S.D.

What a way to polish off the old year! Tomorrow (December 31), starting at 6am (eastern), Turner Classic Movies is featuring several of the Marx Brothers’ films, and I’m just cra…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 07:52AM

The Music of the Night by The Phantom of the Opera

The Music of the Night http://www.thephantomoftheopera.com Thirteenth in a series of clips from the 2004 film version of The Phantom of the Opera. Performed by Gerard Butler as The Phantom…

SOURCE: YouTube at 07:50AM

When I Was 45... by Don Hall

2011 in RetrospectIn the Ervin Drake song, made famous by the one and only Frank Sinatra, pretty much anything beyond 35 was considered "...the autumn of the year..." but this is the day and…

SOURCE: Don Hall at 07:48AM

BWW TV Flashback: BONNIE & CLYDE Plays Final Performance Today by BroadwayWorld TV

BONNIE amp CLYDE plays its final performance today at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre on Broadway. Take a look back at the production through this video montage

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:34AM

Stars of Vaudeville #411: Vincent Lopez by Trav S.D.

Vincent Lopez (born this day in 1895) was a popular bandleader of the 1920s and 30s. He started out as a piano player for vaudeville acts like Rooney and Bent. In 1917 he organized his first…

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

The Bank Dick Today by Trav S.D.

Today at noon (eastern) on TCM, W.C. Fields second-to-last film from his brilliant “late period” at Universal: The Bank Dick. One of his most subversive films (undoubtedly becaus…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 07:03AM

BWW's On This Day - December 30, 2011

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on December 30 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:00AM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Noises Off by Robert Walport

There's nothing better than a well written, well performed farce. "Noises Off" at the Old Vic ticks all the boxes. I have hugely fond, rose tinted memories of its last outing at the National…

SOURCE: The Tyro Theatre Critic at 06:41AM

International theater fests: NYC gets a broad sample by Joe Dziemianowicz

Think globally, watch locally — supertitles included. In January, that’s the name of the game Off-Broadway thanks to a number of international theater samplers.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 06:00AM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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This week's theater openings by John Moore

Charles Ross' "One Man Star Wars Trilogy," and Jesters Dinner Theatre's "Forever Plaid."

SOURCE: Denver Post at 04:44AM

Can I just talk about Stephanie J. Block for a minute? • Thank you. by Andrea

Hello again theatre peeps, and Happy Holidays!  You know what the Holiday season brings -- among many other things, it's also typically when I ramble on about random stuff, so here goes…

SOURCE: St. Louis Theatre Snob at 04:37AM

‘Lion King’ to Close Las Vegas Run December 30 by David Rogers

After 31 months and 1,078 performances, the Las Vegas run of “The Lion King” will end with a final performance tonight. Though the original Broadway show is still ongoing, the Las Vegas …

SOURCE: broadwaytour.net at 04:36AM

Saycon Sengbloh Returns to Cast of ‘Fela!’ in Los Angeles by David Rogers

Original Broadway cast member Saycon Sengbloh will reprise her role in the touring version of “Fela!” which currently is being performed in Los Angeles. The return will be a week-long en…

SOURCE: broadwaytour.net at 04:35AM

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

From Mary Shelley in Yorkshire to Patrick Stewart playing Bingo in London, Lyn Gardner charts the country-wide theatrical happenings to take you through to springScotland and Northern Irelan…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:00AM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Stephen Colbert: A 'Company' Man On Broadway

The political satirist and comedian talks about his Broadway performance (and performance anxieties) and about his recent segments on The Colbert Report featuring Sarah Palin and Anthony Wei…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:25AM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Acting Out Unsung Lives Onstage

The Australian 12/30/11

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 02:46AM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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New productions, U.S. premieres to anticipate by Chris Jones

From outrageous European directors to Chicagoans whose work we've come to trust over the long haul, the winter theater season in Chicago offers a variety of attractions, including a notable …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 01:00AM

Black Rep founder stars in 'On Golden Pond' production

Ron Himes plays Norman Thayer, a cantankerous man who is struggling with old age and his resentful daughter.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 01:00AM
Friday, December 30, 2011 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Cirque Dreams Holidaze Entrances Kids Of All Ages by Bill Hirschman

The most satisfying spectacle amid all the glitter, spangles and amazing feats at the first matinee of Cirque Dreams Holidaze was the blaze of delight in the face of the little girl in Row K…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 12:53AM

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE.

JavaScript is disabled!To display this content, you need a JavaScript capable browser.Adobe Flash Player not installed or older than 9.0.115! This was my first experience with cirque an…

SOURCE: corinescorner.com at 12:23AM

Stage Rush TV: Episode 87 by Jesse North

Talking points: Louis Hobson shares Next to Normal memories in his Bonnie & Clyde dressing room Stage Rush’s top 3 Broadway moments of 2011 What do you think, Rushers? What was you…

SOURCE: Stage Rush at 12:15AM

Theater: Best and worst of 2011 on stage by Jeffrey Borak

Friday December 30, 2011 Theater years are about more than bests and/or worsts, particularly 2011 which was a year of transitions.

SOURCE: The Berkshire Eagle at 12:04AM

No Script? No Problem. Part III by The Charlebois Post

Montreal Improv (top: l-r) Kristen Rasmussen, François Vincent, BJ Walsh (bottom) Marc Rowland*Yes And*by BJ Walsh of Montreal Improv(A version of this article was previously published…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 12:01AM

TT: A King full of aces

In today's Wall Street Journal drama column I review a Philadelphia show, the Walnut Street Theatre revival of The King...

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 12:00AM

TT: Almanac

"Man must be sustained in suffering by a hope so high that no conflict with actuality can dash it--so high,...

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 12:00AM

Broadway's Bonnie & Clyde Rides Into the Sunset Dec. 30; Cast Album Planned by Kenneth Jones

Bonnie & Clyde, the musical about Depression-era misfits who become lovers and criminals, closes Dec. 30 following a month-long run at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. The company wil…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The Lion King Ends Las Vegas Run Dec. 30 by Andrew Gans

The Las Vegas run of the Disney hit The Lion King, which opened in May 2009 at Mandalay Bay Theatre, plays its final performance Dec. 30.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

UNLOCK THE VAULT: Dec. 30, Hail to the Chiefs by Robert Viagas

In celebration of Playbill’s new site, Playbill Vault, we offer a month-long theatrical treasure hunt! Playbill Vault offers an interactive treasure trove for theatre fans, students, a…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The Memory of All That: Playbill.com Contributors Choose Unforgettable Experiences of 2011 by Adam Hetrick

The Playbill staff takes a look back at some of our favorite moments from 2011.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

THE SCREENING ROOM: Learn Chinese With Kate Walsh, C.S. Lee and the Cast of Chinglish (Video) by Michael Gioia

The cast of David Henry Hwang's Chinglish, which currently plays Broadway's Longacre Theatre, recently released a new webseries entitled "Learning Chinese With Chinglish."

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

DIVA TALK: The Best of 2011 by Andrew Gans

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

"The Iron Lady," Starring Oscar Winner Meryl Streep, Hits Select Theatres Dec. 30 by Michael Gioia

"The Iron Lady," starring Oscar winner Meryl Streep, hits theatres in selected cities Dec. 30. The Weinstein Company has scheduled a broader release for the film in January 2012.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Cultural Trust, union attempting to reach agreement

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and its stagehands are making 11th-hour attempts to resolve a jurisdictional dispute that could lead to union leafleting and sign-carrying during the city's big…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

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