Friday, May 11, 2012 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Agitprop Nostalgia: Judith Malina’s Piscator Notebook Book Launch by Beck Feibelman

Erwin Piscator remembered and Judith Malina feted at The New School.

SOURCE: Clyde Fitch Report at 11:57PM

Washington Ballet’s uneven ‘Noche Latina’ by Sarah Kaufman

What’s not to love about a noche latina? You know there will passion, guitars, feisty women in black stretch lace, flowers in their hair. . . . Have I left out any stereotypes? Oh, ye…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:25PM

Court clears way for sale of Ira Gershwin letters  by Barbara Ross

Famed lyracist Ira Gershwin’s letters to his biographer are now free to be sold as the result of a settlement filed in court Friday by the biographer’s daughter. Earlier this week, the d…

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 11:01PM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Once a Flop, Now a Broadway Revival

'Lost' musicals find new audiences in 'concert style' productions.

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal Subscription at 10:17PM

FLASH FRIDAY: The Titanic Talent Of Brian d'Arcy James by Pat Cerasaro

In a correlative column to this weekends extensive and exclusive InDepth InterView, tonight we are shining a special solo spotlight on the vast multitude of talents possessed by one of Broad…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:13PM

PHOTO FLASH: Michael Cerveris, Constantine Maroulis, Jamie-Lynn Sigler at Viva Broadway Launch Party by David Gordon

On Friday, May 11, The Broadway League announced the creation of Viva Broadway, a new program aimed at bridging the world of Broadway with Latino audiences around the country. To celebrate t…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:10PM

Review: The Peripherals by Chris Kompanek

The Talking Band's intriguing new piece is structured as a concert, but includes some profound insights on people.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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STAGE TUBE: Hugh Jackman Wishes 'Happy Mother's Day' from LES MIS Film Set! by Stage Tube

Hugh Jackman takes a moment to wish everyone a happy Mother's Day from the set of the Les Misrables film.Hugh Jackman Jean Valjean takes a moment to wish everyone a happy Mother's Day from t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54PM

PHOTO FLASH: Ghost Stars Richard Fleeshman, Caissie Levy, Da'Vine Joy Randolph at the Time Warner Center by Tristan Fuge

On Friday, May 11, Broadway's Ghost The Musical stars Caissie Levy, Richard Fleeshman, Da'Vine Joy Randolph joined fans on the second floor of the Time Warner Center to perform sel…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 08:26PM

Two Roses for Richard III, Courtyard Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon

What this production offers is more or less a straight run through 'Richard III' save for three significant interpolations, says Ian Shuttleworth

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 08:19PM

Lines Ballet, Joyce Theater, New York

Welcome elements such as a heterogeneous ensemble and brave musical choices are thwarted by the choreographer's style, writes Apollinaire Scherr

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 08:19PM

A Chorus Line in 3-D by A.R. Cassell

3-D Theatricals, which is about to enlarge its turf to include Redondo Beach, opens the last of its Fullerton-only shows, A Chorus Line, this weekend. Director TJ Dawson and others discuss t…

SOURCE: LA STAGE Times at 08:04PM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Garland music director Mort Lindsey dies at 89

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Mort Lindsey, a composer and jazz pianist who was a music director for Barbra Streisand and Judy Garland, has died. He was 89....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 07:48PM

‘First Position’: Dancers at a breaking point by Sarah Kaufman

A beautiful dancer, all long legs and sparkle, enters a ballet competition and lands a job. She came in a student, leaves a professional. In the gamble that is serious dance lust, she hit th…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 07:43PM

Jerry Seinfeld – review by Stuart Jeffries

National Indoor Arena, Birmingham"Oh my God, Birmingham, England!" yelled Jerry Seinfeld as he came on stage suited and shouting as though he sought to sell us something disreputable. "Do yo…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:18PM

Drew Gehling, Dee Hoty, et al. Set for TRUNK AND DISORDERLY, 5/14 by BroadwayWorld

The Fred Ebb Foundation Mitchell Bernard, Trustee in association with the York Theatre James Morgan, Artistic Director is pleased to present an invitation-only showcase presentation entitled…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:15PM

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

Tender Napalm, On tourOne of the best plays of 2011, Philip Ridley's Tender Napalm is like much of his work, a play about the violence of love. A two-hander that requires ferocious honesty, …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:06PM

STAGE TUBE: MATILDA On Its Way to Broadway! by Stage Tube

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Roald Dahls Matilda The Musical, which won big at this year's Olivier Awards, will open in New York early …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:05PM

Theatre review: West Side Story plays it cool by Alison Broverman

When it premiered on Broadway in 1957, West Side Story was heralded as a groundbreaking piece of musical theatre.

SOURCE: National Post (Canada) at 07:04PM

Foster the People Houdini - Official Music Video - Choreography & Leslie Guyton Interview by DanceOn

Foster the People Houdini - Official Music Video - Choreography & Leslie Guyton Interview Foster the People - "Houdini" iTunes - http://itunes.apple.com/ie/album/houdini-singl…

SOURCE: YouTube at 07:04PM

Babel, Caledonian Park, London

There’s a gathering of tribes in the city. “Our languages, our backgrounds, our cultures are different, but together we have been drawn to this place…” No, it’s not the Olympic vil…

SOURCE: The Independent at 07:00PM

Globe to Globe: The Two Gentlemen of Verona, Shakespeare's Globe by Jasper Rees

The concept sounds like something dreamed up towards the bottom of a bottle in a Harare shebeen: Two Gentlemen of Verona performed by two gentlemen in Shona. If any of the plays can withstan…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 07:00PM

Observations One To Watch: Pippa Bennett-Warner, Actress, 23

"It wasn't until after I did The Lion King that I decided maybe straight acting could be fun". Happily for the theatre, Bennett-Warner was just 11 at the time.

SOURCE: The Independent at 07:00PM

Must see: Abigail's Party, Wyndham's Theatre, London WC2

Since the fabled 1977 television version, Mike Leigh's stage play has pitched camp as a classic of excruciatingly comic social embarrassment. It's a case of Who's Afraid of Beverly Moss?, no…

SOURCE: The Independent at 07:00PM

Featherstone takes over Royal Court

The Royal Court theatre in London has appointed the first female artistic director in its 56-year history.

SOURCE: The Independent at 07:00PM

Dance show of the week: Wings of Desire, Victoria Square, Birmingham

Angels gather on rooftops and Victoria Square comes alive with acrobatics and dance in this free event, inspired by the Wim Wenders film.

SOURCE: The Independent at 07:00PM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Broadway Theater Review: The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess (Richard Rogers Theatre in New York City) by Thomas Antoinne

PLENTY OF NOTHING Even before The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess opened on Broadway, it was fraught with controversy.  A New York Times puff piece on the Boston American Repertory Theater pro…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 06:55PM

STAGE TUBE: 'Six Months Out of Every Year' From 5th Avenue's DAMN YANKEES! by Stage Tube

Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre presents Paper Mill Playhouse's production of Damn Yankees- the story of an aging baseball fan who makes a deal with the Devil so his beloved hometown team can b…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:55PM

Review: A life in tap at Freedom Theatre

The thought, sound, and rhythm of Khalil Munir’s hour-long theatrical memoir, 1 pound 4 ounces, are delivered not just in well-considered words but in the taps on his shoes. Munir, a P…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 06:50PM

HEAT WAVE: THE JACK COLE PROJECT - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

Temperature words in show titles can be dangerous if the evening’s content can’t live up to them.

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 06:47PM

Review Theater wr1rent ....

Bristol Riverside Theatre’s current production of Rent marks the fifth I’ve reviewed, more than any other show, including Romeo and Juliet and Hamlet. Since the second Clinton pr…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 06:35PM

Opera Atelier’s Armide a triumph in Versailles by Richard Ouzounian

It took a year and the generosity of others for Opera Atelier's Marshall Pynkoski and Jeannette Lajeunesse Zingg to bring Armide to Versailles

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 06:32PM

Ready for the 2012 Tony Awards? Broadway.com Is! Check Out Our Special Tony Awards Coverage by Broadway.com

Broadway.com is serving up lots of Tony Awards goodies! In the weeks leading up to the Great White Way's biggest night, Broadway.com is delivering up-to-the minute Tony news, awesome vid…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:10PM

Vicky Featherstone to Become New Artistic Director of London's Royal Court by Mark Shenton

Vicky Featherstone, currently artistic director of the National Theatre of Scotland and previously of Paines Plough, is to take over as artistic director of London's Royal Court. She wil…

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:10PM

Chicago Theater Review: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC (Writers’ Theater in Glencoe) by Dan Zeff

A SMALL LITTLE CREATES HUGE RESULTS For its scintillating revival of A Little Night Music, the Writers’ Theatre has condensed the Stephen Sondheim classic into a chamber musical. The actio…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 06:06PM

Darren Criss Parties with Broadway.com, Zooey Deschanel Will Be the New Girl on Broadway & More Lessons of the Week by Broadway.com

There is never a dull week in the theater world, and this week was no exception. We are particularly Gleeful for the amazing news about the host of our very own Broadway.com Audience Choice …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:01PM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Just Dance - Madonna Tour 2012, SNL Rihanna & Eli Manning, Justin Bieber The Voice, Katy Perry by DanceOn

Just Dance - Madonna Tour 2012, SNL Rihanna & Eli Manning, Justin Bieber The Voice, Katy Perry The Madonna MDNA world tour 2012 kicks off in Tel Aviv on May 31st. Do you have your ticke…

SOURCE: YouTube at 05:58PM

Let’s Talk About Talkbacks by Larry Pontius

Several of LA theater's talkback organizers offer tips on how to keep the audience engaged in conversations after the play is over (or even before it has begun).  READ MORE

SOURCE: LA STAGE Times at 05:42PM

Photo Blast From The Past: Esther Williams! by Walter McBride

Welcome to BroadwayWorld.com's newest photo series 'Photo Blast From the Past'. Featuring some of the collected theatre gem's of BroadwayWorld's own senior photographer Walter McBride, the s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:38PM

Fuse Music Commentary: “Maestro” — Breaking Boundaries by Arts Fuse Editor

Hershey Felder's performance as Leonard Bernstein not only reconnects us with one of America’s great musical geniuses: it is also a reminder that boundaries sometimes stifle our conception…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 05:33PM

Behind Every Great Novelist by Tim

An illustration by Grant Snider, a fabulous cartoonist:

SOURCE: direct address at 05:32PM

Theater Review: ‘Sophie Gets the Horns’ at Incubator Arts Project by Jason Zinoman

“Sophie Gets the Horns” captures college freshman rivalry in the mid-’90s.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:31PM

The Afternoon Report, Friday, May 11, 2012 by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Brought to you by Boneau/Bryan-Brown Friday, May 11, 2012 Today’s Tweets: click on hyperlinked items for more information [RT TheTonyAwards] And this year, Jan Maxwell is now the 4th p…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 05:27PM

Idina Menzel, Taye Diggs, Josh Groban & More Celebrate Camp BroaderWay with a Fun-Filled Soiree by Broadway.com

When showbiz power couple Idina Menzel and Taye Diggs aren’t starring on Broadway, they’re helping girls from New York City have a brighter summer thanks to their foundation…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:18PM

Denis O'Hare on Returning to TRUE BLOOD by BroadwayWorld

The last time fans saw True Blood character Russell Edgington, Bill Stephen Moyer and Eric Alexander Skarsgard had sealed him in a cement grave, but he promised he'd return.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:15PM

Directions and the 17% by Tim

Stage Directions and the 17% Andie Arthur on 2AMt: As a female playwright, the odds are already against me getting produced. They’re even worse in Miami, which has a hyper-masculine theatr…

SOURCE: direct address at 05:13PM

Take a Seat and Watch Cheyenne Jackson's Brand New Music Video for 'Drive' by Broadway.com

Broadway vet, Glee guest star and 30 Rock cast member Cheyenne Jackson’s sophomore album may not hit stores until June 2012, but he's giving fans a sneak peek at what to expec…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:11PM

AUDIO: First Listen - Alfie Boe Duets With Nick Jonas and Robert Plant for New Album! by Stage Tube

Following 2010's BRING HIM HOME, Alfie Boe returns with the release of his sophomore album, ALFIE. Get a first listen to the album with two tracks - featuring Nick Jonas and Robert Plant - b…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06PM

Resident Cincy Staging of Rock Musical Next to Normal Will Play Encore Run in June by Adam Hetrick

The Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati, which produced the professional regional premiere of Next to Normal in September 2011, will remount the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical for …

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:05PM

‘A Brief Narrative of an Extraordinary Birth of Rabbits’ at EMP Collective by Amanda Gunther by Amanda Gunther

What happens when a women who cannot conceive a child asks her sister to act as a surrogate – but instead of birthing one healthy human baby the sister gives birth to twenty-four fuzzy…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:04PM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Team StarKid's APOCALYPTOUR! by BroadwayWorld

Following the amazing success of The SPACE Tour, internet sensation Team StarKid announces a second national tour APOCALYPTOUR, featuring a cast of StarKid veterans performing hits from the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:57PM

NBC Picks Up INFAMOUS with Victor Garber & Tate Donovan by BroadwayWorld

Deadline.com reports that NBC has officially picked up INFAMOUS, previously titled NOTORIOUS from Universal TV and BermanBraun. The project is penned by Liz Heldens. Broadway veterans Victor…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:53PM

Kevin Chamberlin Steps In for Adam Arkin in L.A. Opus by Adam Hetrick

Three-time Tony nominee Kevin Chamberlin has replaced Adam Arkin in the L.A. Theatre Works production of Michael Hollinger's Opus, which will begin May 17 at the James Bridges Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:53PM

Quick Take: Fresh Ink's Trog and Clay by Thomas Garvey

I owe at least a short nod to Fresh Ink Theatre's Trog and Clay (An Imagined History of the Electric Chair), by up-and-coming playwright and screenwriter Michael Vukadinovich.Fresh Ink was l…

SOURCE: The Hub Review at 04:49PM

VIDEO FLASH: Lea Michele and Jenna Ushkowitz Sing "Flashdance" on Glee by Brian Scott Lipton

FOX has released a video from the season 3 finale of Glee, to air on Tuesday, May 15, featuring Lea Michele singing "Flashdance, What a Feeling" with co-star Jenna Ushkowitz. The …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:48PM

CHART TOPPERS: Top-Grossing Broadway Productions, Week of April 30-May 6 by Judy Samelson

Here are the top-grossing Broadway productions for the week of April 30-May 6, 2012, as reported by The Broadway League.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:45PM

Lines Ballet, Joyce Theater, New York

Welcome elements such as a heterogeneous ensemble and brave musical choices are thwarted by the choreographer’s style, writes Apollinaire Scherr

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 04:44PM

STAGE TUBE: FOLLIES Arrives in LA! by Stage Tube

James Goldman and Stephen Sondheims Follies, which was just nominated for eight Tony Awards, opened last night, May 9 at the Center Theatre GroupAhmanson Theatre. Performances of the exclusi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:42PM

The Week in Culture Pictures, May 11 by The New York Times

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

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Secrets of the 2012 Tony Award Nominees: Christian Borle of "Peter and the Starcatcher" and "Smash" by Broadway.com

Today, get to know Christian Borle who has earned his second Tony nod for playing pirate Black Stache, the future Captain Hook in the Peter Pan prequel "Peter and the Starcatcher." Click on …

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:40PM

Secrets of the 2012 Tony Award Nominees: Tom Edden of "One Man, Two Guvnors" by Broadway.com

Today, get to know Tom Edden, who earned his first Tony nomination for a side-splitting turn as an aging, pacemaker-fueled trainee waiter named Alfie in "One Man, Two Guvnors." Click on belo…

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:39PM

World Premiere Preview: May 11 12 13 2012: Like a Child by Kurt Chiang

Imagine:  you are watching large men slam into each other on a thursday evening.  someone else has your keys.  you have like 9 reasons not to watch the men on the tv.  wh…

SOURCE: The Neo-Futurists at 04:38PM

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: May 5- 11 by BroadwayWorld

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK FOLLIES travels to LA, Sumissions Only wraps Season 2, Drama Desk Nominees celebrate, and so much more

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:36PM

PHOTO FLASH: Marge Champion, Chita Rivera, Stephen Schwartz at Gala Opening of Heat Wave: The Jack Cole Project by Dan Bacalzo

The Queens Theatre hosted its 2012 Gala Fundraiser, a star-studded celebration of the world premiere of Heat Wave: The Jack Cole Project, on Wednesday, May 9. The event raised more than $150…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:36PM

Choreography in the Woodland Style by Paula Citron

TransMigration is dance company’s tribute to the great native painter Norval Morrisseau

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 04:30PM

The Philharmonic at Santa Barbara's Granada Theatre, 05/10/2012 by New York Philharmonic

The Philharmonic at Santa Barbara's Granada Theatre, 05/10/2012 Watch the New York Philharmonic arrive at the Grenada Theatre in Santa Barbara, California, a one-time grand movie palace…

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:29PM

TCG Publishes Chinglish by David Henry Hwang by TCG News

We’re pleased to announce the publication of Chinglish, an uproarious new comedy by two-time Pulitzer finalist David Henry Hwang (M. Butterfly, Yellow Face). Chinglish received its wor…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 04:23PM

Chicago Theater Review: OPUS 1861: THE CIVIL WAR IN SYMPHONY (City Lit Theater) by Tony Frankel

A WAR OF IDEAS For the first forty-five minutes of City Lit’s OPUS 1861, a miracle occurred: I wept. Consistently. The simple but mighty idea is this: six actors dressed in simple army fat…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 04:23PM

OBSESSED!: Constantine Maroulis and a Taste of His Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Former Rock of Ages star Constantine Maroulis joins Seth to reminisce about getting booted from "American Idol" and his days as an understudy in Jesus Christ Superstar. Since Maroulis never …

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:20PM

How *not* to write a press release for your theatre company by Bob Bullen

Each day I get dozens of pitches and press releases in my inbox for upcoming productions, and most of them are professional and clear, but a good chunk of them are a bit of a mess. However, …

SOURCE: Chicago Theatre Addict at 04:16PM

'Houdini' conjures up an extra matinee by Christine Dolen

How successful is the run of the House Theater of Chicago's Death and Harry Houdini at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts? So successful that every performance in the Carnival…

SOURCE: Miami Herald at 04:15PM

Video Feature: VIDEO FEATURE: The Drama Desk Nominees Sound Off! by Brian Scott Lipton, Edward Highfield, and Tristan Fuge

Jeremy Jordan, Judith Light, Kelli O'Hara, Joely Richardson, and more luminaries share their joy at being nominated for a Drama Desk Award.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:15PM

The Samurai Shopper : The Sweet Smell of Raúl Esparza by S. S. Fair

The consummate Broadway actor has an unusual habit: he picks a cologne/perfume for each role he takes and wears the scent until the the show shutters.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:14PM

Pandemonium unleashed

Director Laurie Sansom tells Sarah Hemming about the lure of recklessness and his Festival of Chaos at the Royal & Derngate Theatre

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 04:06PM

Stranger than fact

New writers and actors make for an adventurous festival in an unlikely rural location. Griselda Murray Brown reports from Suffolk

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 04:06PM

Two Roses for Richard III, Courtyard Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon

What this production offers is more or less a straight run through ‘Richard III’ save for three significant interpolations, says Ian Shuttleworth

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 04:06PM

Gala Week by Chicago Plays

It's a busy week here at the League office as we're finalizing all of the last minute details for our annual Gala  on Monday.  It's going to be a really fun evening …

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 04:06PM

Review: '1 pound 4 ounces' by Howard Shapiro

By Howard Shapiro INQUIRER STAFF WRITER The thought, sound and rhythm of Khalil Munir’s hour-long theatrical memoir, "1 pound 4 ounces" are delivered not just in well-considered words bu…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 04:03PM

Entertainment One Will Release "Carol Channing: Larger Than Life" DVD With Bonus Features by Michael Gioia

"Carol Channing: Larger Than Life," the feature-film documentary about the life of Tony-winning Hello, Dolly! star Carol Channing, will be released on DVD from Entertainment One Ma…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:01PM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: 'Robin Hood' by Howard Shapiro

An easy-going "Robin Hood" has its feet in different eras in Arden Theatre Company's smooth production. Inquirer theater critic Howard Shapiro reviews.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 03:53PM

BWW Polls: What is Your Favorite Kristin Chenoweth Role? by BroadwayWorld

Emmy and Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth just launched her debut world tour in Seattle on Wednesday. The 19-date North American concludes in Chenoweths hometown of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:52PM

STAGE TUBE: Cheyenne Jackson Releases 'Drive' Music Video! by Stage Tube

Broadway favorite Cheyenne Jackson just released the music video for DRIVE, the 1st single from his upcoming July EP, available for download on iTunes and Amazon. Check out the video below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:46PM

2012 Season Trailer | Stratford Shakespeare Festival by Stratford Shakespeare Festival

The 2012 Season at the Stratford Shakespeare Festival runs from April 12 to October 28, 2012.

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BWW Exclusive STAGE ART- EVITA! by BroadwayWorld

This week - it's all about EVITA The show opened April 5th, at Broadway's Marquis Theatre, Directed by Tony and Olivier Award-winner Michael Grandage and choreographed by Tony Award-winner R…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:42PM

Kevin Chamberlin Joins Cast of L.A. Theatre Works' Opus by Bethany Rickwald

Tony Award nominee Kevin Chamberlin will join Jonathan Adams, Jere Burns, Steven Culp, and Liza Weil in L.A. Theatre Works' presentation of Michael Hollinger's Opus, playing May 17…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:37PM

STAGE TUBE: Constantine Maroulis Chats AMERICAN IDOL Final 4 With Fuse by Stage Tube

Broadway-bound Constantine Maroulis recently chatted with Fuse about this season's AMERICAN IDOL contestants. Check out what he had to say about the final four below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:35PM

AUDIO SHARE: Alife Boe, Nick Jonas Singing "Empty Chairs at Empty Tables" by Andy Propst

Decca Records has shared a track from Alfie Boe's forthcoming CD Alfie for streaming on TheaterMania. On the track, Boe is joined by Broadway star Nick Jonas for "Empty Chairs at E…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:35PM

FORD’S THEATRE SOCIETY PRESENTS D.C.-AREA STUDENTS IN AN EVENING OF ORIGINAL SPEECHES MAY 22, 2012 by Media Center

Students from area schools will perform on Ford’s Theatre stage read more

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NOW HEAR THIS by John Rowell

Silence isn’t golden, it’s red! What I mean is that that big off-Broadway hit Silence! The Musical is about to get, ahem, some new blood when Tony winner Shuler Hensley takes over as Han…

SOURCE: showbusinessweekly.com at 03:32PM

The Broadway League Launches Viva Broadway Initiative; Raúl Esparza, Karen Olivo, Chita Rivera Among Advisory Board by Michael Gioia

The Broadway League has announced the launch of Viva Broadway, a new audience development partnership with the Hispanic community, to help bridge the world of Broadway with Latino audiences …

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:30PM

West Side Story: Alarmingly charming, stumbles aside by J. Kelly Nestruck

It’s not perfect, but this West Side Story scratches the itch one gets every couple of years for this classic American musical

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 03:27PM

Follies on stage at the Ahmanson Theatre by Center Theatre Group

Follies on stage at the Ahmanson Theatre A once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the glamour of Broadway. Nominated for 8 Tony Awards, this huge cast of 41 actors and a 28-piece orchestr…

SOURCE: YouTube at 03:25PM

MARQUEE VALUE: Potted Potter at the Little Shubert - Playbill.com by Matt Blank

Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and Jeff, the Olivier-nominated production that presents all seven "Harry Potter" books in 70 minutes, will play a limited …

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:23PM

Review: (Calgary) Sweeney Todd by The Charlebois Post

(photo via Twitter by Benjamin Laird)Ordeal PoisonYou shed your complexes and beg to die…Musically!by Ryan HurlTrial by Ordeal Poison- where a person is forced shed their complexes or beg …

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 03:23PM

SISTER ACT on Broadway - True Confession #366 by Sister Act

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SISTER ACT on Broadway - True Confession #365 by Sister Act

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Is Public Theater Considering Broadway Run of Into the Woods? by Adam Hetrick

The upcoming Shakespeare in the Park production of Into the Woods, starring Tony winner Donna Murphy as the Witch and Amy Adams as the Baker's Wife, may enchant Broadway after its Centra…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:11PM

Guest Picks: Bebe Neuwirth

 Two-time Tony Award winner Bebe Neuwirth spoke with Leonard Lopate about her role in "A Midsummer Night's Dream," and her singing career. She shared a few of her favorite things with us. …

SOURCE: WNYC at 03:08PM

Loretta Lynn taps Zooey Deschanel for 'Coal Miner's' musical by Jamie Wetherbe

Country music legend Loretta Lynn has chosen her next leading lady.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 03:07PM

In '97 Positions of the Heart,' Words overwhelm movement by Paula Citron

The Winnipeg Contemporary Dancers attempt an ambitious program based on Elizabeth Smart’s work

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 03:04PM

Beth Leavel, Leslie Uggams, and Tari Kelly to Lead THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE at the MUNY by BroadwayWorld

The Muny will present THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE as a part of the 94th season in Forest Park. Set to star in the production are Broadway favorites Beth Leavel, Leslie Uggams, and Tari Kelly as…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:02PM

Liza Minnelli Looks Back at Flora, The Red Menace, "Cabaret" and Her Winter Garden Album by Adam Hetrick

At 27-years-old Liza Minnelli sold-out a 23-performance concert engagement at the Winter Garden Theatre. The unstoppable performer has just released an album of that 1974 concert, "Liza…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:02PM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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PHOTO CALL: Josh Bergasse, Charlotte d'Amboise, Jerry Mitchell Celebrate Career Transition For Dancers by Matthew Blank

Josh Bergasse, Charlotte d'Amboise, Jerry Mitchell and other Broadway dance figures were on hand at a special May 9 dinner in honor of Career Transition For Dancers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:51PM

NBC Pilot "Infamous," With Victor Garber, Tate Donovan, Given Green Light; CBS Cancels "A Gifted Man" by Michael Gioia

The NBC drama pilot "Infamous," formerly known as "Notorious," has been given a series order, according to Variety. Tony nominee Victor Garber (Damn Yankees) and Tate Don…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:50PM

Vicky Featherstone can help the Royal Court keep its edge by Lyn Gardner

With the Donmar also run by a woman for the first time, Featherstone's tenure may signal a change of cultureNews that Vicky Featherstone has been appointed to succeed Dominic Cooke as the ar…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:47PM

Tyne Daly, Suzie Essman, Lily Taylor & More Join Williamstown Theatre Festival’s 2012 Season by Broadway.com

Tyne Daly, Suzie Essman, Lily Taylor, Alison Fraser, Amy Spanger, Becky Ann Baker, Jeremy Strong, Marylouise Burke, Brandon Victor Dixon and more have been tapped to star in the Williamstown…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:47PM

Broadway on Tour May 2012 by The Broadway Channel

Broadway on Tour May 2012 This month, it's time to celebrate with the whole family, the magic, the mystery, and the wonder of CATS, the longest, running and most popular North American …

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Casting Announced for BoHo Theatre's Floyd Collins by David Gordon

BoHo Theatre will close its 2011-2012 season with Adam Guettel and Tina Landau's musical Floyd Collins, to run June 15- July 15 at Theater Wit. Directed by Peter Marston Sullivan, the …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:39PM

Becky Ann Baker and Dylan Baker to Join Page 73 Productions Benefit by Bethany Rickwald

Broadway's Becky Ann Baker and Dylan Baker are set to join the previously announced performers set for Page 73 Productions' spring benefit, to be held May 11 at 7pm at City Winery.…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:38PM

Broadway Segment I May 2012 by The Broadway Channel

May is an exciting month as The Broadway Channel® welcomes the supernatural romance that reaches into the afterlife, GHOST THE MUSICAL. Get ready to cruise across the Atlantic Ocean in Broa…

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BWW TV Seattle Exclusive: Behind the Scenes of Kristin Chenoweth on Tour! by BroadwayWorld TV

BroadwayWorld Seattle was granted EXCLUSIVE access to Kristin Chenoweth's debut performance of her new and first ever tour, which opened in Seattle on Wednesday night ... and received a whop…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:32PM

BWW Student Center's School in the Spotlight: Sam Houston State University! by BroadwayWorld

Last year, BroadwayWorld.com, the largest theater website on the Internet, launched a comprehensive Student Database listing college and university performing arts programs across the countr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:25PM

Andrew Veenstra, Todd Cerveris, et al. to Lead WAR HORSE National Tour; Full Cast Announced by BroadwayWorld

Casting was announced today for the upcoming U.S. tour of the 2011 Tony Award-winning Best Play, WAR HORSE. The company, comprised of more than 30 performers, includes Andrew Veenstra as Alb…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:24PM

Welcome to Cambridge! Get a Scholarly First Look at Off-Broadway’s The Common Pursuit by Broadway.com

Class is now in session for Roundabout Theatre Company's off-Broadway revival of Simon Gray’s classic play The Common Pursuit, and we’ve got a first look at this intelle…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:22PM

Zooey Deschanel will portray Loretta Lynn in ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ by Loganne

Country music legend Loretta Lynn announced from the stage of the historic Ryman Auditorium during Opry Country Classics that she has chosen Grammy and Golden Globe nominated actress and sta…

SOURCE: Theater Advisor at 02:21PM

STAGE TUBE: APOCALYPTOUR Vlog- Episode1 by Stage Tube

Following the amazing success of The SPACE Tour, internet sensation Team StarKid announces a second national tour APOCALYPTOUR, featuring a cast of StarKid veterans performing hits from the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:19PM

Des Femmes: Oration versus naked mud wrestling by J. Kelly Nestruck

A Sophocles-a-thon that gets the ratio off

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Q&A: Caught in the Act With… Andrew Keenan-Bolger by Lucky

How cute is Andrew Keenan-Bolger, you guys? We took some time recently to chat with him about being in a crazy Broadway hit (Newsies, natch), what it’s like to be a famous online auteur, a…

SOURCE: The Craptacular at 02:16PM

#TweetOfTheWeek 5/11/2012 by Intern

We actually have quite a few people for our combo #FollowFriday / #TweetOfTheWeek and the are… Nic Rouleau (@nicrolo54) Standby Elder Price, Jared Gertner (@JaredGertner) Standby Elder…

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Review Roundup: GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES by Review Roundups

Megan Hilty and Rachel York star in the Encores production of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, whick openedon May 9 at New York City Center. Gentlemen Prefer Blondes is directed by John Rando with …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:11PM

Alec Baldwin to Star in Woody Allen's MAN THAT ROCKS THE CRADLE by BroadwayWorld

Deadline.com reports that Alec Baldwin will join forces once again with 'To Rome With Love' director Woody Allen in the upcoming film MAN THAT ROCKS THE CRADLE. Baldwin will join his 'Rock o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:10PM

Thumbs Up! Megan Hilty & Co. Dazzle in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes at Encores! by Josh Ferri

Diamonds come in all shapes, colors and sizes, but none sparkle quite as bright as Megan Hilty as gold-digging blonde Lorelei Lee in the Encores! charming revival of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:09PM

Andrew Veenstra to Lead War Horse National Tour; Complete Casting Announced by Broadway.com

The Tony Award-winning drama War Horse will gallop across country beginning June 14 with Andrew Veenstra set to play Albert Narracott. Veenstra will be joined by Brian Keane as Arthur Narrac…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:07PM

Royal Court hires Vicky Featherstone as first female artistic director by Andrew Dickson

National Theatre of Scotland head takes job described by one predecessor as theatre's equivalent to England managerAn American producer may have once joked that British theatre was entirely …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:02PM

Mamma Mia!’s Monica Kapoor on WAMC Radio’s “The Roundtable” – Now listen to segment online by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

CLICK TO LISTEN TO COMPLETE INTERVIEW MAMMA MIA! Broadway cast member Monica Kapoor was featured on WAMC radio’s “The Roundtable” this morning for a special Mother’s Day segment with…

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THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- Rachel Potter! 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 onIn this next edit…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:00PM

PLAYBILL VAULT UNLOCKED: What's New, Week of May 6; Playbill Covers, Headshots and More by Andrew Gans

When the Playbill Vault launched in December 2011, it included information on over 10,000 shows and 120,000 actors, creative teams and crew members who have worked or are currently working o…

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Friday, May 11, 2012 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Dixie's Tupperware Party, Soho, London by Jeremy Austin

Soho, London: This could be a whole new field of entertainment - live comedy sponsorship of a product. Dixie, a booze-swilling, trashy American reluctant mother really is selling the Tupperw…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:52PM

WhatsUpElle Rehearsal - Dance Showdown Round 2 by DanceOn

WhatsUpElle Rehearsal - Dance Showdown Round 2 Subscribe to catch the new episode on Thursdays!: http://bit.ly/HMtGu2 Watch the original episode: http://bit.ly/JFPl6t Watch all episodes of…

SOURCE: YouTube at 01:48PM

SeaNanners Rehearsal - Dance Showdown Round 2 by DanceOn

SeaNanners Rehearsal - Dance Showdown Round 2 Subscribe to catch the new episode on Thursdays!: http://bit.ly/HMtGu2 Watch the original episode: http://bit.ly/JFPl6t Watch all episodes of D…

SOURCE: YouTube at 01:48PM

ItsKingsleyBitch Rehearsal - Dance Showdown Round 2 by DanceOn

ItsKingsleyBitch Rehearsal - Dance Showdown Round 2 Subscribe to catch the new episode on Thursdays!: http://bit.ly/HMtGu2 Watch the original episode: http://bit.ly/JFPl6t Watch all episode…

SOURCE: YouTube at 01:48PM

WoodysGamerTag Rehearsal - Dance Showdown Round 2 by DanceOn

WoodysGamerTag Rehearsal - Dance Showdown Round 2 Subscribe to catch the new episode on Thursdays!: http://bit.ly/HMtGu2 Watch the original episode: http://bit.ly/JFPl6t Watch all episodes …

SOURCE: YouTube at 01:48PM

Dance Showdown Presented by D-trix - Episode 7: Final Four Rehearsals by DanceOn

Dance Showdown Presented by D-trix - Episode 7: Final Four Rehearsals New episodes every Thursday! Subscribe: http://bit.ly/HMtGu2 Watch all episodes of Dance Showdown: http://bit.ly/HDBXM2…

SOURCE: YouTube at 01:48PM

Secrets of the Tony Nominees! Wait, Who Did Peter and the Starcatcher Star Christian Borle Call When He Got the Big News?! by Broadway.com

As the excitement builds for the 2012 Tony Awards, Broadway.com is presenting a series of exclusive video features in which your favorite nominated stars spill secrets about themselves, thei…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:46PM

STAGE PORTRAIT: Megan Hilty, Rachel York and More in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

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 01:45PM

Katrina Lenk to Join SPIDER-MAN as 'Arachne' 5/29; Sajous to Depart by BroadwayWorld

Producers Michael Cohl and Jeremiah J. Harris announced today that Katrina Lenk will be joining the cast of Broadways SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark, in the role of Arachne. Christina Sajous, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:37PM

STAGE TUBE: Dutch Cast of GHOST Sings 'Here Right Now' by BroadwayWorld

The Dutch production of GHOST the musical currently running on Broadway and the West End opens on 28th August 2012 starring Celinde Schoenmaker as Molly and Ton Sieben as Sam. In this video,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:36PM

Letter: Hat Trick response by The Stage

An error of judgement was made by a junior freelancer new to Hat Trick in placing an advert seeking actors or extras to participate in filming with the payment of expenses only [Hat Trick be…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:34PM

BWW TV: Meet the Drama Desk Nominees; Part 3- Judith Light, Kelli O'Hara, and More! by BroadwayWorld TV

On May 8, the nominees of the 2012 Drama Desk Awards gathered at New York City's Oceana Resaurant to celebrate, and BroadwayWorld's own Richard Ridge was there to chat with all of them. In t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30PM

BWW TV: Meet the Drama Desk Nominees; Part 2- Linda Lavin, Marin Mazzie, and More! by BroadwayWorld TV

On May 8, the nominees of the 2012 Drama Desk Awards gathered at New York City's Oceana Resaurant to celebrate, and BroadwayWorld's own Richard Ridge was there to chat with all of them. In t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30PM

BWW TV: Meet the Drama Desk Nominees; Part 1- Jeremy Jordan, Audra McDonald, and More! by BroadwayWorld TV

On May 8, the nominees of the 2012 Drama Desk Awards gathered at New York City's Oceana Resaurant to celebrate, and BroadwayWorld's own Richard Ridge was there to chat with all of them. In t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:29PM

BWW Awards Update 5/11 - 23 Days to Go! THE BOOK OF MORMON Pulls Ahead as Long-Running Show by BroadwayWorld

Voting opened on May 3, 2012 and runs through June 4, 2012 for the 10th Annual BroadwayWorld.com Awards Here are the current standings as of 511 with just 23 days to go in voting

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:28PM

National Tour of War Horse to Feature Andrew Veenstra, Todd Cerveris and Angela Reed by Adam Hetrick

Andrew Veenstra will star as Albert Narracott in the 30-city U.S. national tour of the Tony-winning play War Horse, about a young English boy and his beloved horse at the dawn of WWII. It wi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:27PM

Samantha Soule Joins Cast of Escape at LaMaMa by David Gordon

Samantha Soule has joined the previously announced cast of Susan Mosakowski's new play Escape, to run June 7-24 at La MaMa's First Floor Theatre. Gaye Taylor Upchurch directs the …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:26PM

RSC to produce 'Winter’s Tale' for toddlers

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) is trying to do what Shakespeare himself would have done for “young babes” – “do it with gentle means and easy tasks”.

SOURCE: The Independent at 01:25PM

PLAYBILL THEATRE WEEK IN REVIEW, May 5-11: Coal Miner's Daughter and Chaplin on Broadway by Robert Simonson

Two left coast stars of very different generations and personalities are coming to Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

Brian Keane, Angela Reed, Andrew Veenstra Set for War Horse Tour by Dan Bacalzo

Full casting has been announced for the U.S. tour of War Horse, produced by Bob Boyett and The National Theatre of Great Britain, which will begin in June 2012, and play 30 U.S. cities. The…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:17PM

DID YOU KNOW...The Most Interesting Message Board Topics of the Week, May 5- 11 by BroadwayWorld

This week's topics Forbidden Broadway, On-Stage Accidents, EVITA Once Ricky Leaves, Are you a non-applauder, Most memorable of the 2011-12 Broadway season, nytimes power, Broadway Real Estat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:15PM

Photo Flash BROADWAY BARES: HAPPY ENDINGS- Promo Shots! by BroadwayWorld

Promotional images for this years BROADWAY BARES XXII HAPPY ENDINGS produced by and benefiting Broadway CaresEquity Fights AIDS have just been released. BROADWAY BARES will be held Sunday, J…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:14PM

Speargrove Presents Reading, About Controversial Rent Production, to Feature Alexa Green, Erin Leigh Peck, Noah Galvin by Adam Hetrick

Alexa Green, Erin Leigh Peck and Noah Galvin will be part of the New York Theater Barn's developmental production of Speargrove Presents, a new musical about a controversial high school …

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:11PM

PHOTO CALL: A Preview of Broadway Bares XXII: Happy Endings by Matthew Blank

Broadway's sexiest night of the year is set for June 17 at the famed Roseland Ballroom. Two performances of Broadway Bares XXII: Happy Endings will be presented that Sunday: at 9:30 PM …

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:09PM

“OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES” ON NY1 TV THIS WEEKEND by Jackie Green

OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES’ creator and producer Dan Okrent and cast member Marilyn Sokol will be interviewed by Sam Roberts on “New York Times Close Up” tomorrow night Saturday May 12 at …

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 01:03PM

Setting the Tone: Theater Alliance Premieres Hum This Weekend by Sophia Bushong

White noise, as we know it, is any number of innocuous droning sounds, easily tuned out. But what if it were a powerful force that dictated the nature of human interaction? In the alternativ…

SOURCE: Washington City Paper at 01:01PM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Megan Hilty in 'Gentleman Prefer Blondes'

She is not Marilyn, but she plays one on TV. At least, she will play one if the powers behind "Smash," the NBC soaper about the creation of a Broadway musical about Marilyn Monroe, decide to…

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 12:59PM

In Defense of Supporting Work by Women: Thoughts from a Loud Mouthed Feminist Theater Girl by Meghan Arnette by HowlRound

I am the founder and producing artistic director of Live Girls! Theater, a company that produces and develops new work by women in Seattle. Since most of my adult life has centered around bu…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:54PM

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater Chicago by Noreen Heron & Associates

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater Chicago FREUD'S LAST SESSION at the Mercury Theater (3745 N. Southport, Chicago. Starring local theater legend Mike Nussbaum (Emmy, Drama Desk …

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:54PM

Tim Blake Nelson, Jesse Williams, Noah Wyle to Star in Snake and Mongoose Film by David Gordon

Tim Blake Nelson has joined the cast of the upcoming drag racing film Snake And Mongoose, according to the website Deadline.com. Nelson will play drag racing announcer McAllister in the fil…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:53PM

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater Chicago by Noreen Heron & Associates

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater Chicago FREUD'S LAST SESSION at the Mercury Theater (3745 N. Southport, Chicago. Starring local theater legend Mike Nussbaum (Emmy, Drama Desk …

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:49PM

Zooey Deschanel to portray Loretta Lynn on Broadway

(Reuters) - Actress and singer Zooey Deschanel, the star of the hit television show "New Girl," will portray country music legend Loretta Lynn on Broadway in the upcoming stage adaptation of…

SOURCE: Reuters at 12:47PM

Filichia Features: How to Succeed with Students by Really Trying by Peter Filichia

No last row of the second balcony for these kids. The students in the Shubert Foundation/MTI Broadway Junior/New York City Department of Education program get first-class seats. At a Wednesd…

SOURCE: Music Theatre International at 12:42PM

Pat Sajak to Star in THE ODD COUPLE at CRT; Terrence Mann to Lead DON QUIXOTE by BroadwayWorld

Connecticut Repertory Theatres popular Nutmeg Summer Series will feature two award-winning Broadway musicals, Man of La Mancha and Pirates of Penzance, and Neil Simons The Odd Couple starrin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:42PM

Katrina Lenk to Join Broadway's Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark by Dan Bacalzo

Katrina Lenk will play the role of Arachne in the Broadway production of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, at the Foxwoods Theatre, beginning May 29. She replaces Christina Sajous, who will pla…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:42PM

Katrina Lenk Will Be Arachne In Broadway's Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark by Andrew Gans

Katrina Lenk, who was seen in the world premiere of Lost Land at the Steppenwolf Theatre, will join the cast of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark beginning May 29 in the role of Arachne.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:41PM

Things We Love: Thank You Mom by Tony

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SOURCE: Halcyon Theatre at 12:40PM

Review: A Little Night Music by Jonathan Abarbanel

Deanna Dunagan leads a flawless cast in this intimate and very funny production of Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler's classic musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:40PM

Babel – review by Lyn Gardner

Caledonian Park, London"Today's the day," whispers a woman urgently. "We're building a new city. Follow the path." We do as we are told. A woman irons in a tree, a man plays a piano under a …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:39PM

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater Chicago by Noreen Heron & Associates

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater Chicago FREUD'S LAST SESSION at the Mercury Theater (3745 N. Southport, Chicago. Starring local theater legend Mike Nussbaum (Emmy, Drama Desk …

SOURCE: YouTube at 12:38PM

"The Big Knife" revival coming to Broadway

"In the golden age of Hollywood cinema, actors may have all the glory, but studio execs have all the power," (Playbill.com). In spring 2013, another revival is making its way to Broadway. Th…

SOURCE: Ticket News at 12:33PM

Weekend Poll: Which Tom Hanks Film Should Become a Broadway Musical? by Broadway.com

Two-time Oscar winner Tom Hanks will finally make his Broadway debut next season in Nora Ephron’s Lucky Guy, a new play about columnist Mike McAlary. With over 40 films under his belt …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:31PM

PLAYBILL ON OPENING NIGHT: Heat Wave Gives Choreographer Jack Cole a 21st-Century Spotlight by Harry Haun

Chita Rivera, Marge Champion, Donna McKechnie and more discuss the nearly forgotten stage and screen choreographer Jack Cole on the opening night of Chet Walker's new revue devoted to th…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:30PM

Stella by Starlight Gala to Honor Harry Belafonte, James Earl Jones and More by BroadwayWorld

The Stella Adler Studio of Acting announced today that the Seventh Annual Stella by Starlight Benefit Gala will be held May 20th at the Players Club in New York City. This years honorees inc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:27PM

Snow White, Ballet Preljocaj by Sarah Wilkinson

Ballet Preljocaj: Hollywood may want to take a leaf out of Angelin Preljocaj's book when attempting to rework fairytales for a new generation. Read the full review

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:26PM

STAGE TUBE: Megan Hilty Talks SMASH, WICKED, and More on LAST CALL by Stage Tube

SMASH's Megan Hilty recently visited Last Call With Carson Daly and discussed her role in SMASH, her Broadway debut in WICKED, and more.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:25PM

Katrina Lenk to Take Over as Arachne in Spider-Man, Turn Off The Dark by Broadway.com

Katrina Lenk will join the cast of Spider-Man, Turn Off The Dark as Arachne beginning May 29 at the Foxwoods Theatre. Lenk takes over the role from Christina Sajous, who will play her final …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:18PM

Tom Hanks and Zooey Deschanel Headed for Broadway

Hanks will play journalist Mike McAlary in a new play by Nora Ephron, while Deschanel will play country star Loretta Lynn in "Coal Miner's Daughter" show.

SOURCE: Backstage at 12:18PM

Larry DiStasi, Christine Mary Dunford to Star in Eastland: A New Musical by David Gordon

Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Andrew White, Ben Sussman, and Andre Pluess' Eastland: A New Musical, to run June 6-July 29. A recipient of the Edgerto…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:18PM

Review Roundup: FOLLIES in LA! by Review Roundups

James Goldman and Stephen Sondheims Follies, which was just nominated for eight Tony Awards, opened earlier this week on May 9 at the Center Theatre GroupAhmanson Theatre. Performances of th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:16PM

Tim Rice to be Featured on NY-1 This Weekend by BroadwayWorld

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTARs multi award-winning lyricist Tim Rice will be a guest on NY-1s On Stage this weekend Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13 at 930am and 730pm, and Monday, May 14 at 123…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:16PM

Simon Beaufoy to Pen Stage Play Adaptation of His Screenplay The Full Monty by David Gordon

Academy Award-winner Simon Beaufoy will adapt his screenplay for the hit film The Full Monty for a stage production, to premiere in February 2013 at the Lyceum Theatre in Sheffield, accordin…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:10PM

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 5/11- ONCE UPON A MATTRESS by Stage Tube

Today in 1959, Once Upon a Mattress opened at the Phoenix Theatre, where it ran for 244 performances. Once Upon a Mattress is a musical comedy with music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:00PM

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 5/11/2012 by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ Rush, Lottery amp Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 5112012.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:00PM

Tari Kelly, Beth Leavel, Leslie Uggams, Andrew Samonsky, Stephen Buntrock Set for Muny Thoroughly Modern Millie by Andrew Gans

Tari Kelly, whose Broadway credits include Anything Goes, Little Shop of Horrors, Cabaret, Show Boat, The Boy From Oz and more, will star in the title role of the St. Louis Muny's upcomi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

THE ULTIMATE SMASH BINGO GAME by Linda

For the past few months, Dave and I have been deep in the throngs of SMASH-land, breaking down every "Totally True" moment, and "Oh Hell No" action in our weekly SMASH REALITY INDE…

SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 12:00PM
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Photo Flash: New BUNHEADS Stills Released! by BroadwayWorld

ABC Family just released new stills of two-time Tony Award-winner Sutton Foster and the cast of BUNHEADS, premiering June 11th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:56AM

Offer: Preview tickets for POSH at Duke of Yorks just £35

Previw performances - excluding Saturday evenings - between 11-22 May for POSH at the Duke of Yorks just £35

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:55AM

Why Broadway Is Betting on Big Stars by Eriq Gardner

Familiar faces from film and TV guarantee sold-out shows, but producers might be sacrificing big profits.

SOURCE: Backstage at 11:55AM

Eisa Davis Receives 2012 Alpert Award in the Arts for Theatre by Michael Gioia

Actress and playwright Eisa Davis is the recipient of the 18th annual Alpert Award in the Arts for Theatre by The Herb Alpert Foundation and the California Institute of the Arts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:55AM

Peter DeFaria, Randy Steinmeyer to Reprise Original Roles in Keith Huff's A Steady Rain by David Gordon

The Chicago Commercial Collective will present a return engagement of Keith Huff's drama A Steady Rain featuring its original Chicago cast and crew from July 7-September 2 at Chicago Dr…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:52AM

Freddie Mercury to appear — as optical illusion — at We Will Rock You anniversary by Tony Wong

Freddie Mercury to appear as an optical illusion in anniversary performance of Who Will Rock You in London. Who’s next?

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 11:52AM

Kate Shindle, Tony Rodriguez, et al. Set for 'Little Theatre, Big Dreams' Benefit Cabaret 5/21 by BroadwayWorld

The West Side YMCAs Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater presents its 2nd annual benefit cabaret, Little Theater, Big Dreams on May 21st. The Off-Broadway gem, located inside the historic West S…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:51AM

Oxygen by Steve Hallex

Russian playwright Ivan Vyrypaev, whose play Oxygen is being produced by Taffety Punk, is a proponent of the experimental school of New Drama where plot and character are no longer the basis…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:50AM

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

Dreamthinkspeak's 'meditation on Hamlet' triumphs at the Brighton festival and there's a last chance to see Swallows and Amazons in CardiffNorth and WalesPhilip Ridley's Tender Napalm heads …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:49AM

Cutting Ball Announces Festival Schedule for Risk is This. by Bethany Rickwald

Cutting Ball Theater is set to close its 2011-2012 season with Risk is This.The Cutting Ball New Experimental Plays Festival, June 8-July 14. Dedicated to experimental works for the stage, …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:49AM

Giamatti, Straithairn, Howard to perform in Joplin

Actors will read from translation of the Book of Job.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 11:47AM

The Full Monty Stage Play to Open in Sheffield by Broadway.com

A stage play adapted from the hit British film The Full Monty will open at the Lyceum Theatre in Sheffield next spring, according to The Daily Mail. Simon Beaufoy has adapted his 1997 Oscar-…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:41AM

Tony Winner Catherine Zeta-Jones Will Join Mary-Louise Parker, Helen Mirren in "Red" Sequel by Michael Gioia

Tony and Academy Award winner Catherine Zeta-Jones and Byung-Hun Lee ("G.I. Joe: Retaliation") will join the cast of the upcoming "Red" sequel, according to Deadline.com.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:40AM

Zooey Deschanel to Play Lead in Broadway Version of Coal Miner's Daughter

Here's some fun morning news: Loretta Lynn has asked Zooey Deschanel to play her in the Broadway version of Coal Miner's Daughter and everyone's favorite adorkable indie girl (sorry -- had t…

SOURCE: Paper Mag at 11:36AM

Long Wharf Ends Its Season With A Masterpiece with "Asher Lev" by E. Kyle Minor

A great cast and design team, under Gordon Edelstein’s gracefully understated direction, create a rewarding experience that ripples far and wide from the story’s 1950s Brooklyn setting.

SOURCE: www.nhregister.com at 11:36AM

The Philharmonic Goes Hollywood, 05/10/2012 by New York Philharmonic

The Philharmonic Goes Hollywood, 05/10/2012 "Before heading to Santa Barbara, Assistant Principal Viola Irene Breslaw and violinist Hanna Lachert enjoyed a few free hours in L.A. check…

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:34AM

Is Movie Theatre Theatre Killing Live Theatre? (Nope!)

The New York Times 05/11/12

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A Look at No Rules Theatre Company’s ‘Suicide, Incorporated’ – Week 2 by Brian Sutow by Joel Markowitz

This is Part 2 of Co-Artistic Directors Brian Sutow taking us behind the scenes of No Rules Theatre Company’s production of Suicide, Incorporated: We are now almost half way through …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:32AM

‘Rock of Ages’ New Movie Trailer by Rock Of Ages

VIDEO: Rock of Ages – Trailer © 2012, Rock of Ages. All rights reserved. Related Posts:ROCK OF AGES Sizzle Reel! (VIDEO)Rock of Ages The Broadway Musical New Commercial! (VIDEO)Ro…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 11:30AM

Is Into the Woods, Starring Donna Murphy & Amy Adams, Broadway Bound? by Broadway.com

The upcoming Shakespeare in the Park production of Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods may be aiming for a Broadway transfer following its run in Central Park this summer, according to t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:29AM

Abbey Theatre To Close For Asbestos Removal

The Irish Times 05/10/12

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 11:29AM

Zooey Deschanel tapped to play Loretta Lynn in Coal Miner’s Daughter by Caitlin R. King

Country Music Hall of Fame member Loretta Lynn is taking her life story to Broadway, and she has tapped film and TV actress Zooey Deschanel to play her on stage.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 11:29AM

Jennifer Grubb, Adam Soule, Leslie Ruettiger, Michael Allen Harris Set for Chicago Premiere of My First Time by David Gordon

Broken Nose Theatre will present the Chicago premiere of Ken Davenport's My First Time, to run June 8-July 28 at the Greenhouse Theater Center. Directed by Benjamin Brownson, My First …

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:29AM

The trouble with Troilus by Thomas Garvey

No, it's not Les Miz, even if it looks like it. Photo(s): Stratton McCradyOf all Shakespeare's "problem" plays, none may be more problematic than Troilus and Cressida.  In it,…

SOURCE: The Hub Review at 11:27AM

Vicky Featherstone to replace Dominic Cooke at Royal Court by Matthew Hemley

National Theatre of Scotland's Vicky Featherstone is to succeed Dominic Cooke as the artistic director of the Royal Court.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:26AM

Catherine Zeta-Jones Joins Cast of RED 2 by BroadwayWorld

EWOnline reports that Tony Award and Academy Award winner Catherine Zeta-Jones will join the cast of RED 2.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:24AM

Barbara Walsh Joins Valerie Harper in MY MOTHER, MY SISTER & ME Reading; Full Cast Announced! by BroadwayWorld

The Peccadillo Theater Company announced complete casting today for the sold out industry reading of Sherri Heller’s new comedy MY MOTHER, MY SISTER & ME, starring Valerie Harper, this Mon…

SOURCE: losangeles.broadwayworld.com at 11:19AM

PLAYBILL BACKSTAGE: Leap of Faith

Jessica Phillips, sheriff Marla McGowan in Leap of Faith on Broadway, takes us backstage at the St. James Theatre to see what goes on behind the scenes of the new musical. During the show's …

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Theatre by Doug Strassler

“Die” Relies on Fate to Tell a Story — The thrill of live theatre is that anything can happen on a given night, and that concept is pushed to the extreme by Die: Roll to Pr…

SOURCE: TDF at 11:17AM

Tune in to see JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR lyricist Tim Rice on NY-1 “On Stage” this weekend by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR’s multi award-winning lyricist Tim Rice will be a guest on NY-1’s “On Stage” this weekend:  Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13 at 9:30am and 7:30pm, and Mond…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 11:16AM

DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER IS DELICIOUS! by TheaterMania

TheaterMania's Man on the Street, Chris Carlone, gets people's reaction to the hilarious comedy Don't Dress for Dinner currently playing at the American Airlines Theatre.

SOURCE: YouTube at 11:16AM

SPECIAL REPORT: Nick Adams Hopes to Make An Impact on AIDS Walk New York by Brian Scott Lipton

On Sunday, May 20, nearly 50,000 people from all walks of life (including many of us at TheaterMania.com) will gather in Central Park for the 27th Annual AIDS Walk New York, which will rais…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:15AM

Watch Heather Headley Channel Whitney Houston in a Sneak Peek of London’s The Bodyguard by Broadway.com

The eagerly awaited musical adaptation of The Bodyguard will hit the West End 's Aldephi Theatre on November 6, and excited theatergoers can now catch a behind-the-scenes look at To…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:14AM

Off-Leash offers new dance, drama

REVIEW: The dance-theater troupe's program includes striking reflections on nature, depression and art. Some of it works well.

SOURCE: StarTribune at 11:14AM

Guest Blog #65: Jack's Back! by Michael Roderick

This week's guest blog highlights the T. Schreiber studio who is taking on the challenge of producing a musical. Below are some great bits of wisdom from producer director Barb Kielhofer. Ta…

SOURCE: One Producer in the City at 11:11AM

News: Live Tweeting: Our longest-ever Twitter event covers this weekend's 50-hour London ...

Fifty hours of non-stop improvised comedy kick off at 7pm this evening as the fifth annual London Improvathon gets under way at Shoreditch's Hoxton Hall. Aptly themed in the run-up to this s…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:08AM

NBC Picks Up Steven Pasquale Medical Drama Do No Harm by Broadway.com

NBC has ordered Do No Harm, the medical drama featuring Steven Pasquale in dual lead roles, to series, according to Deadline.com. Tony-winning director Michael Mayer, who recently helmed the…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:07AM

Barbara Walsh Will Join Valerie Harper for NYC Reading of My Mother, My Sister & Me by Kenneth Jones

Marcelo Pereira, Anthony Reimer, Randy Schein, Tony Award nominee Barbara Walsh, Zoe Winters and Remy Zaken complete the cast of the May 14 industry reading of Sherri Heller's new comedy…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:07AM

Acting Harold Pinter by Frank Corrado

For the past three years—about half of that time supported by a William and Eva Fox Foundation fellowship—I’ve been immersed in a comprehensive exploration of the plays of Harold Pinte…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 11:04AM

Valarie Pettiford's Velvet Sky CD Set for September Release by Dan Bacalzo

Tony nominee Valarie Pettiford's second full-length album, Velvet Sky, will be released on September 18. The disc is a collection of original lullabies that were written especially for…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:04AM

The Full Monty to Return to Yorkshire Roots for Brand-New Stage Production in Sheffield in 2013 by Mark Shenton

The 1997 British feature film The Full Monty, revolving around six unemployed steel workers from Yorkshire who form themselves into a male striptease act, has already spawned one stage versi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

Juilliard Actor Creates Conversation Series ‘Process in Performance’ by Briana Rodriguez

The series, a part of the New York Theatre Workshop’s Larson Lab, has featured the likes of Ellen Lauren, David Greenspan, Elizabeth Marvel, and Kate Valk.

SOURCE: Backstage at 11:01AM

Favorite Quotes Volume XXXIII: Andy Warhol on the business of Art. by Ken Davenport

In case you missed the news, Andy Warhol’s classic “Double Elvis” painting fetched a whopping $37 million smackaroonies at Sotheby’s on Wednesday.  I know, I know . …

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:00AM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Weekly Round Up with David Singletary! by BroadwaySpotted

Weekly Round Up with David Singletary! Each Friday David Singletary takes Broadway fans through the most fun and important events of the previous week! Have something you think belongs in o…

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:59AM

Adam Pascal, Judith Light and More to Join Host Darren Criss as Presenters at the 2012 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards by Broadway.com

A slew of stars will join host Darren Criss as presenters at the 13th Annual Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards. Judith Light (Other Desert Cities), Brian d'Arcy James (TV's Sm…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:54AM

Tyne Daly, Brandon Victor Dixon, Amy Spanger and More Join Williamstown Theatre Festival Casts by BroadwayWorld

Williamstown Theatre Festival Artistic Director Jenny Gersten has announced additional casting for the 2012 Summer Season. A host of Williamstown Theatre Fesival veterans and talented newco…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:54AM

"Do No Harm," a Jekyll & Hyde Medical Drama Starring Steven Pasquale, Gets Green-Lit for NBC Series by Kenneth Jones

"Do No Harm," the TV medical drama created by playwright David Schulner, about a gifted neurosurgeon with a secret life, has been picked up for series at NBC. Broadway's Tony A…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

Nikki Snelson and "So You Think You Can Dance" Stars Set for Napa Valley Cabaret by Andrew Gans

Nikki Snelson, who originated the role of Brooke in the Broadway production of Legally Blonde The Musical, will play Sally Bowles in Wine Country's Very Own Broadway Theatre Company'…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:51AM

Zooey Deschanel to be the Coal Miner's Daughter by Michael Block

We knew it was only time that everybody's quirky best friend who they don't actually know would end up on the Great White Way. Though reports say it's a "stage adaptation", not noting if it'…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 10:44AM

“Hustling” for Some Funding by Tom Mizer

My friends over at Hustling, the hit webs series about an adult entertainer looking for a new line of work, are gearing up for a second season and looking for some cash. The jokes write th…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:43AM

Ashley Spencer Joins Cast of Rock of Ages May 11 by Rock Of Ages

Ashley Spencer (Grease, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Hairspray) joins the cast of Broadway’s Rock of Ages in the role of Sherrie beginning May 11. Emily Padgett played her final perf…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 10:43AM

Tom Hanks In, Nick Jonas Out & More Theater News by Tom Mizer

What’s that smell in the Broadway air? Dance belt and shattered dreams? Well, yes. But I’m talking about the delightfully floral scent of a theater news potpourri.. Michael Riede…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:39AM

Adam Lambert, Lisa Marie Presley to Perform on AMERICAN IDOL, 5/17 by BroadwayWorld

On next week's AMERICAN IDOL results show, Lisa Marie Presley will perform You Ain't Seen Nothin' Yet, from her new album Storm amp Grace, and Season Eight runner-up Adam Lambert performs hi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:34AM

A Three-Dimensional Craft by Rob Weinert-Kendt

In the current May/June issue of American Theatre, I sit down with Sarah Ruhl and Tracy Letts to talk about playwriting, with the pretext being that they've both recently done "versions" of …

SOURCE: The Wicked Stage at 10:34AM

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater in Chicago by Noreen Heron & Associates

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater in Chicago FREUD'S LAST SESSION at the Mercury Theater (3745 N. Southport, Chicago. Starring local theater legend Mike Nussbaum (Emmy, Drama De…

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:33AM

Manilow Songbook “I Am Music” Croons Crowds at Plaza Theatre by Bill Hirschman

The “S.S. Barry Manilow” songbook I Am Music! has tied up at the new Plaza Theatre in Manalapan. Your reaction to this entry depends precisely on your enjoyment of the cruise ship level…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 10:30AM

Williamstown Season Adds Tyne Daly, Alison Fraser, Tony Yazbeck and More by Adam Hetrick

Tony Award winner Tyne Daly, Alison Fraser, Tony Yazbeck, Brooks Ashmanskas, Becky Ann Baker and Jose Llana have joined the Williamstown Theatre Festival's summer season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:26AM

News: Royal Court appoints Vicky Featherstone as new artistic director

The Royal Court has announced that Vicky Featherstone will succeed Dominic Cooke as artistic director of the Royal Court Theatre when he steps down in April 2013. Featherstone has been arti…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:25AM

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater in Chicago by Noreen Heron & Associates

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater in Chicago FREUD'S LAST SESSION at the Mercury Theater (3745 N. Southport, Chicago. Starring local theater legend Mike Nussbaum (Emmy, Drama De…

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:25AM

PHOTO CALL: Charlie Brady and Erin Weaver Star in Xanadu at the Signature Theatre by Krissie Fullerton

Signature Theatre's DC premiere of the musical Xanadu, the stage adaptation of the movie musical, features Erin Weaver as Kira and Charlie Brady as Sonny, plus Sherri L. Edelen, Nova Y. …

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:25AM

PHOTO CALL: Kieran Campion, Lucas Near-Verbrugghe, Kristen Bush Star in The Common Pursuit Off-Broadway by Krissie Fullerton

Roundabout Theatre Company's new production of Simon Gray's comedy-drama The Common Pursuit began May 4 at RTC's Off-Broadway home at the Laura Pels Theatre. Moisés Kaufma…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:22AM

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater in Chicago by Noreen Heron & Associates

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater in Chicago FREUD'S LAST SESSION at the Mercury Theater (3745 N. Southport, Chicago. Starring local theater legend Mike Nussbaum (Emmy, Drama De…

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:21AM

One Week Left to Enter the FOLLIES Contest & Win a Trip to LA! by Contests

Hurry You only have one week left to enter the FOLLIES contest for the chance to win a trip-of-a-lifetime, including airfaire, two night's hotel stay, dinner for two, and two tickets to see …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:21AM

Spider-Man's Patrick Page Will Make Special Guest Appearance at Broadway Musicals of 1975 by Andrew Gans

Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark star Patrick Page, who will receive the annual Richard Seff Award presented by the Actors’ Equity Foundation, will be part of Town Hall's Broadway by …

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:20AM

Deschanel in Broadway ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’  by Joe Dziemianowicz

TV's "New Girl" has a new role with a Southern accent. Zooey Deschanel, the star and producer of the popular Fox sitcom, will play Loretta Lynn in a stage version of the Oscar-winning film "…

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 10:18AM

Obama honors Burt Bacharach, Hal David with Gershwin Prize by Jamie Wetherbe

President Obama honored songwriters Burt Bacharach and Hal David with the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song during a tuneful and starry night at the White House.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 10:16AM

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater in Chicago by Noreen Heron & Associates

FREUD'S LAST SESSION- Mercury Theater in Chicago FREUD'S LAST SESSION at the Mercury Theater (3745 N. Southport, Chicago. Starring local theater legend Mike Nussbaum (Emmy, Drama De…

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:14AM

Tony Flashback! Nominee Condola Rashad Remembers Being 'Blown Away' by Idina Menzel's Wicked Ways by Broadway.com

In the weeks leading up to the 2012 Tony telecast, Broadway.com is posting videos of favorite Tony memories of this year’s nominees, with their own commentary. We love this anecdote fr…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:13AM

New Girl's Zooey Deschanel to Play Loretta Lynn in Coal Miner's Daughter on Broadway by Broadway.com

New Girl star Zooey Deschanel will play famed country singer Loretta Lynn in a Broadway-bound musical adaptation of Lynn's autobiography (and subsequent biofilm) Coal Miner's Da…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:11AM

2012 Tony Awards - Where Were You? by Tony Awards

2012 Tony Awards - Where Were You? Find out where the nominees were when they first heard the news that they were nominated for this year's 2012 Tony Awards. Find out which one of thes…

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:09AM

See GHOST The Musical for Just $47! by Contests

See GHOST The Musical and take advantage of new spring and summer pricing - get tickets for just 47 for performances thru July 8

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:09AM

Zooey Deschanel Heading to Broadway as Loretta Lynn in ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ by David Rogers

Last night at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, Loretta Lynn announced that Zooey Deschanel will play her in an upcoming Broadway musical about Lynn’s life called “Coal Miner’s …

SOURCE: broadwaytour.net at 10:00AM

The stage steals the show in the Canadian Opera Company’s Semele by Kate Wilkinson

COC's Selene offers an interesting combination of historical and visual elements.

SOURCE: National Post (Canada) at 10:00AM

REVIEW: Venus in Fur by JK

PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO NOMINATE SHOWS FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL JKTS AWARDSAND TO VOTE IN THIS WEEK'S HOT/HOTTER POLL.  CLICK ON THE ICONS TO YOUR LEFT.Review of the Saturday, May 5 mati…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 10:00AM

Why Broadway Is Betting on Big Stars by Eriq Gardner

Eriq Gardner Familiar faces from film and TV guarantee sold-out shows, but producers might be sacrificing big profits.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:00AM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Renee Brna to Star in South Coast Repertory's Jane of the Jungle by David Gordon

Karen Zacarias and Deborah Wicks La Puma's new musical June of the Jungle will have its world premiere as part of South Coast Repertory's Theatre for Young Audiences series, runnin…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:54AM

Tyne Daly, Brandon Victor Dixon, Lili Taylor, Finn Wittrock Added to 2012 Williamstown Theatre Festival Casts by Brian Scott Lipton

The Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced updated casting for its 2012 season. Te Festival will open the season by presenting a workshop of Here Lies Love, a new theatrical event cre…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:53AM

Jeremy Morse, Jason "SweetTooth" Williams, Darius Harper, Molly Hager Set for Free Broadway's Future Concert by Andrew Gans

The free Broadway’s Future concert series — presented by Arts and Artists at St. Paul — will continue May 21 at 6 PM in the Bruno Walter Auditorium at The New York Public L…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:52AM

Shaw Festival Directors Project 2012 by Michael Wheeler

Since mid-February I have been working along with Krista Jackson as one of two Neil Munro Intern Directors at The Shaw Festival. The Theatre Ontario and Sun Life Financial sponsored program …

SOURCE: praxistheatre.com at 09:50AM

Gentlemen and Ladies Will Prefer Megan Hilty by Peter Filichia

Memo to Eileen Rand and Derek Wills: cast Ivy Lynn as Marilyn Monroe.

SOURCE: Kritzerland at 09:45AM

Irving Berlin on Ed Sullivan by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Izzy Baline (a.k.a Irving Berlin). For the full scoop on his vaudeville beginnings go here. And here’s a clip I found very moving, Berlin on the eve of his bir…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:45AM

Craig Kelly, Belinda Stewart-Wilson to Star in UK Premiere of Mike Batistick's Chicken by David Gordon

Mike Batistick's play Chicken will make its London debut Trafalgar Studios 2. June 25-July 21, according to Whatsonstage.com. Sam Neophytou will direct the production. The play, which…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:45AM

Catherine Zeta-Jones Joins Cast of Red 2 Film by Brian Scott Lipton

Tony Award and Academy Award winner Catherine Zeta-Jones will join returning cast members Bruce Willis, John Malkovich, Mary-Louise Parker and Helen Mirren in Red 2, the sequel to the thrill…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:43AM

Phil Silvers Like You Ain’t Never Seen! by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of the great Phil Silvers. For the full dope on his early background in vaudeville, go here.And here is something absolutely AMAZING: A clip on Silvers in 1982 on An E…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:37AM

Jacquelyn Piro Donovan Will Step in for Injured Lorna Luft in North Shore Dolly!; Complete Cast Announced by Andrew Gans

Due to a severe back injury, Lorna Luft will be unable to play the role of Dolly Levi in the North Shore Music Theatre's upcoming production of Jerry Herman's Hello, Dolly!, which is…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:37AM

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of West End's THE BODYGUARD, Starring Heather Headley, in Rehearsal! by Stage Tube

Starring Heather Headley as Rachel Marron and Lloyd Owen as Frank Farmer in the roles made famous on film by the late Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, tickets for THE BODYGUARD went on sal…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:36AM

Jacqueline Piro Donovan Will Step in for Injured Lorna Luft in North Shore Dolly!; Complete Cast Announced by Andrew Gans

Due to a severe back injury, Lorna Luft will be unable to play the role of Dolly Levi in the North Shore Music Theatre's upcoming production of Jerry Herman's Hello, Dolly!, which is…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

ArtsBeat: Tyne Daly and Lili Taylor Sign Up for Williamstown Summer Season by Steven McElroy

Ms. Daly will play Lady Bracknell in a gangster-era version of "The Importance of Being Earnest."

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:30AM

Adam Lambert Will Perform on "American Idol"; Three Finalists Named by Andrew Gans

Joshua Ledet, Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez were named the Top Three finalists on the May 10 broadcast of the famed singing competition "American Idol." (Hollie Cavanagh had…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:30AM

When it works by Adam Thurman

When the artist presents her work to the world as a gift and is rewarded with engagement, attention and (sometimes) money . . . When the right play, with the right performers, touches the ri…

SOURCE: Mission Paradox at 09:30AM

Simply Luba simply not up to snuff: Review by Robert Crew

Veteran Canadian entertainer Luba Goy's one-woman show is not yet ready for prime time.

SOURCE: Toronto.com at 09:26AM

Offer: 50% off tickets to see THREE KINGDOMS at the Lyric Hammersmith

Get 50% off tickets to see THREE KINGDOMS at the Lyric Hammersmith until 19 May

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:19AM

Eisa Davis Recieves Alpert Award in the Arts by Brian Scott Lipton

Actress and playwright Eisa Davis has been awarded the 18th annual Alpert Award in the Arts by The Herb Alpert Foundation and California Institute of the Arts. The award, a prize of $75,00…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:11AM

Stage Dad: ‘A Triathlon in Chunks’ by Glenn Cook by Glenn Cook

Being the parent of a professional child actor has a lot in common with triathlons. Sometimes you run, sometimes you spin around in circles, and sometimes you work heroically just to keep yo…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 09:00AM

A 'Wonderful Day' for Nicholas Martin at Two River Theater by Peter Filichia

The former actor directs Alan Ayckbourn's play in Red Bank.

SOURCE: NJ.com at 09:00AM

Damon Gupton's in a Tony-nominated 'dream'

It was right after Damon Gupton's electrifying performance in "Othello" for the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival that he packed his bags and moved to New York.

SOURCE: The Kansas City Star at 09:00AM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Zooey Deschanel to Star in Stage Musical of Coal Miner's Daughter by Brian Scott Lipton

Film and television star Zooey Deschanel will play country music legend Loretta Lynn in the stage musical, Coal Miner's Daughter. The announcement was made from the stage of the histori…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 08:58AM

Bayou ‘n’ Brooklyn Opens Today by Trav S.D.

The swell Bayou ‘n’ Brooklyn music festival opens today and runs through the weekend at Jalopy in Brooklyn.  For the full amazing line up go here.

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:49AM

Central Park's INTO THE WOODS Eyeing Broadway? by Rialto Chatter

Rumours that The Public Theatre's production of INTO THE WOODS will transfer to Broadway have been fueled once more by The New York Post, which reports that extentions to Donna Murphy, Amy A…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:46AM

Zombie Aporia, Lilian Baylis Studio, Sadler's Wells Theatre, London by Neil Norman

Lilian Baylis Studio, Sadler's Wells Theatre, London: In spite of the title, Zombie Aporia, Daniel Linehan's new work, does not involve undead dancers staggering around the stage in sea…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:46AM

STAGE TUBE: Anthony Rapp as Warhol - Behind the Scenes at City Theatre's POP!, PA by Stage Tube

POP, a new musical by Maggie-Kate Coleman and Anna K. Jacobs, directed by Brad Rouse and choreographed by Billy Porter is currently playing until May 19 at the City Theater Mainstage, 1300 B…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:43AM

Seven days on stage: National Theatre of Scotland on top by Alistair Smith

In this week's roundup, the National Theatre of Scotland dominates Scottish critics' awards – plus Des O'Connor becomes the oldest performer in the West EndCATS WhiskersThe National Theatr…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:43AM

‘Noche Latina!’ at The Washington Ballet by Carolyn Kelemen by Carolyn Kelemen

Whisk Mom to the Ballet! Forget flowers. And don’t bother with candy. What most mothers want on their special day is to be taken someplace special. This weekend you couldn’t do better th…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:30AM

Friday video: Made by George Hunka

Howard Barker’s 1970 play No One Was Saved formed the basis of Made, a 1972 film directed by John Mackenzie and starring Roy Harper and Carol White; Barker himself wrote the screenplay…

SOURCE: Superfluities Redux at 08:24AM

A Piece of Cake, Mill at Sonning by Sheila Tracy

Mill at Sonning: Lucy Bennett's debut as a playwright holds promise. Nothing spectacular, just an easygoing romance that is pleasing on the eye and ear. And full marks to set designer T…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:12AM

So long, Chicago! Jessie Mueller is a Broadway STAR by Bob Bullen

Hey, Chicago. Remember Jessie Mueller? Perhaps you saw her in Writers’ Theatre’s She Loves Me? Or as Adelaide in Guys and Dolls at Marriott? Or, if you were really lucky, her ste…

SOURCE: Chicago Theatre Addict at 08:11AM

Joyce Redman, Oscar-nominated actress for ‘Tom Jones,’ dies at 96 by Adam Bernstein

As Anne Boleyn in a 1949 Broadway production of “Anne of the Thousand Days,” Ms. Redman “scorches the pages” of the Maxwell Anderson drama “to the point where the play is not a goo…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 08:10AM

Zooey Deschanel Will Star in Broadway Stage Adaptation of "Coal Miner's Daughter" by Andrew Gans

Country music legend Loretta Lynn announced May 10 from the stage of the Ryman Auditorium during Opry Country Classics that she has chosen Grammy and Golden Globe-nominated actress Zooey Des…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:10AM

Fuse Book Review: “When the Night” — A Memorably Icy Love Story by Roberta Silman

In spare, exact prose Cristian Comencini lets this story unfold against an Alpine setting that is so vivid it, too, becomes a character in this strangely compelling novel.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 08:08AM

Feature: INTERVIEW: Law & Order: SVU's Tamara Tunie Sings Cy Coleman by Brian Scott Lipton

The multi-talented actresss discuss her role in Cy Coleman: Bringing Jazz to Broadway, her new film with Denzel Washington, and her career wish list.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 08:00AM

BWW's On This Day - May 11, 2012

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on May 11 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:00AM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Brighton Festival: Land's End, Old Municipal Market, Brighton by Mark Shenton

Old Municipal Market, Brighton: A multidisciplinary fusion of installation art, cinematic projections and theatrical confrontation, Land's End is a taut, teasing integration of all thre…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:52AM

Long Live 13P by Adam Szymkowicz

The thirteenth play from 13P is going to go up soon (a new play by Sarah Ruhl).  Now 13P has said that after that play they will cease to exist which is both sad and kind of spectacular…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 07:50AM

BBC's director of archive content leaves after 29 years by Matthew Hemley

Roly Keating, the BBC's director of archive content and a former BBC2 controller, is to leave the Corporation after 29 years to join the British Library as chief executive.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:49AM

Southwark Playhouse to retain London Bridge HQ by Natalie Woolman

Southwark Playhouse has secured its place in the London Bridge station redevelopment when it is finished in 2018, allaying fears that the company would be homeless after the building project.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:38AM

Eddie And The Gold Tops, Ripley Town Hall, North Yorks by Kevin Berry

Ripley Town Hall, North Yorks: Kate Bramley's new comedy for her Badapple Theatre company is a warm-hearted tale set in the 1960s. Having lived through the 60s is not necessary for comp…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:22AM

Ballet Preljocaj: Snow White – review by Judith Mackrell

Sadler's Wells, London Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:16AM

Babel, Caledonian Park, London by Natasha Tripney

Caledonian Park, London: A unique collaboration between Wildworks and the BAC, staged in conjunction with the Lyric Hammersmith, Theatre Royal Stratford East and the Young Vic in a north Lon…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:02AM

Andrea Bocelli coming to Brooklyn’s Barclays Center   by Jacob E. Osterhout

The Barclays Center won’t open for another four months, but big name performers are already set to sing the Brooklyn arena’s praises. Renown Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli has joined the …

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 07:00AM

Stage pros' vote notes

Legit News: Tony Awards: The Nominees 2012

SOURCE: Variety at 07:00AM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Gossip: Will Prime Minister spend summer at Trafalgar Studios?

We hear word that Whatsonstage.com Award-winning comedy Yes, Prime Minister, the hit stage adaptation of the much-loved TV series, is being lined up for a summer residency in the currently d…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:58AM

Great Old Broad Series: Ann-Margret by Frank Rizzo

`There's a battle going on here,'' she says, touching the part of the coat where her heart is.Last Sunday's screening at New Haven's Lyric Hall of the documentary "Broads," that features …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:56AM

Mother Adam, Jermyn Street, London by Heather Neill

Jermyn Street, London: Adam is both son and mother to Mammles whom he tends - as he has for 15 years - in the cluttered attic of their home. She is bed-ridden, crippled with arthritis. He is…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:52AM

Review: BABEL by Eleanor Turney

“The people are gathering and a timeless story continues.” [Contains spoilers] When you throw around words like “epic” in your publicity material, you are giving yourself a lot to li…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:47AM

Hermione Norris and Martin Clunes to star in new ITV drama by Matthew Hemley

Hermione Norris and Martin Clunes are to lead the cast of a new two-part thriller for ITV, called A Mother's Son.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:45AM

NY Review: 'The Peripherals' by David Sheward

The Talking Band, one of the NYC’s most established avant-garde theater companies, offers a mildly amusing look at everyday life, at Dixon Place.

SOURCE: Backstage at 06:41AM

The Civilisation Game, Lyric, Belfast by Jane Coyle

Lyric, Belfast: Stage plays do not frequently feature on Tim Loane's writing agenda. They tend to surface, neatly spaced, at five year intervals. His previous political satires took on …

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:38AM

NY Review: '4.48 Psychosis' by Suzy Evans

James Rutherford's intelligent staging of Sarah Kane's "4.48 Psychosis" takes the audience on a subtle psychological thrill ride.

SOURCE: Backstage at 06:21AM

Bid to reinvent Darlington Arts Centre under private-public partnership plan by Natalie Woolman

New private sector plans could transform Darlington Arts Centre into a boutique hotel and space for cultural organisations including Theatre Hullabaloo.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:20AM

Matthew Warchus favours London over Broadway to open new work by Matthew Hemley

Olivier Award-winning director Matthew Warchus has said opening new productions in London rather than on Broadway provides a "less pressurised" environment for a show's creative team.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:20AM

Support drops for public funding of the arts by Alistair Smith

Public support for government funding of the arts has fallen significantly during the recession, according to research published by Arts Council England.

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Simon Studio Presents Bard@the Bar

The Simon Studio will present an environmental collage of scenes, songs, and dance by William Shakespeare.

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Review: A Slow Air ****

Written and directed by David Harrower (whose previous work includes the acclaimed Knives in Hens and Blackbird) A Slow Air explores the troublesome past of an estranged brother and sister w…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:02AM

Wicked Original Cast – Where Are They Now? by Tim

It was over five years ago that Wicked took up residency at the Apollo Victoria Theatre, and it has been a West End fixture ever since. We thought we’d check in to see what the original We…

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Friday, May 11, 2012 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Anya Reiss: National Theatre Connections 2013 by National Theatre

Anya Reiss: National Theatre Connections 2013 Playwright Anya Reiss talks about her new play "Forty-Five Minutes" written for young people to perform as part of National Theatre C…

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Visual Opulence Crowns Splendid Dancing of Houston Ballet’s GISELLE by David Dow Bentley III

I often have the pleasure of reviewing the Houston Ballet in their Brown Theater home at the Wortham Theater Center. There, it is not surprising to see some dramatic set or staging of their …

SOURCE: thepeoplescritic.com at 05:43AM

Noises off: Has the Royal Court theatre lost its edge? by Matt Trueman

A blogger accuses the theatre of pandering to rather than provoking the middle classes, while audience etiquette hits the headlinesHas the Royal Court lost its way? Reviewing Mike Bartlett's…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:32AM

The Full Monty to premiere in Sheffield next year by Natalie Woolman

A new stage adaptation of The Full Monty will premiere at Sheffield Theatres in early 2013.

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Friday, May 11, 2012 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Reader reviews by Hannah Freeman

Einstein on The Beach and The Queen of the North kick off a weekly roundup of reader reviewsWelcome to a brand new blog series highlighting our favourite reader reviews from around the site.…

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News: Stage version of Full Monty returns strippers to Sheffield

A new play based on hit 1997 film The Full Monty will have its première in the story's spiritual home town in February 2013.Sheffield Theatres' artistic director Daniel Evans announce…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:45AM

News: Craig Kelly plays Chicken at Trafalgar 2 from 25 June

New Yorker Mike Batistick's comedy Chicken will receive its UK premiere at Trafalgar 2 from 25 June to 21 July 2012. Set in the Bronx, Chicken is billed as a "gritty play full of street-sma…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:37AM

NY Review: ‘Heat Wave: The Jack Cole Project’ by Lisa Jo Sagolla

A long overdue tribute to choreographer Jack Cole, "Heat Wave" is an entertaining revue of Chet Walker's reconstructions of dances from Hollywood musicals.

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Friday, May 11, 2012 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Is 'Theatre Hacking' All That Bad? Maybe Not

The Guardian (UK) 05/10/12

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NY Review: 'Sophie Gets the Horns' by Mitch Montgomery

This supple memory play from the Riot Group presents a search for identity, discovery, and sexuality in college with appropriate alienation.

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Review: Babel **

Babel is a site-specific World Stages London collaboration between Kneehigh offshoot WildWorks, the BAC, the Lyric Ham, Stratford East and the Young Vic. The best part of it is the queuing o…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 03:33AM

Review: 'Follies' is a source of heartache and razzmatazz by Charles McNulty

Visiting L.A. after New York, this landmark Stephen Sondheim work is a dazzling reminder of how brilliantly constructed a musical can be.There's so much to praise in the blissful Broadway re…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 03:00AM

Theaters' alternative showings growing but still finding way by Edward Ortiz

First it was a rock concert by Korn. Then came the Metropolitan Opera. And now boxing and live radio are being shown in cinemas across the United States. "Phantom of the Opera," beamed …

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 03:00AM

'Ruined' is big step in Images Theatre Company's building process by Marcus Crowder

Lisa Lacy carries a great deal of ambition for her Images Theatre Company, both in the present and the near future. Rob Anthony Gray, center, as Christian, rehearses with castmates rece…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 03:00AM

Sacramento Live: 'The King Stag' in last weekend at Three Stages by Marcus Crowder

Carlo Gozzi's dark 18th century commedia dell'arte fairy tale "The King Stag" takes us to the Kingdom of Serendippo and a court full of amorous intrigue. The king is auditioning women to be …

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 03:00AM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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A merry 'Robin Hood' from the Arden Theatre Company

Robin Hood stands at the edge of Sherwood Forest, strumming what looks like a lute gone angular, and lamenting "Marian, I love you, girl!" For a second, he's a lounge lizard in the…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 02:01AM
Friday, May 11, 2012 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Zooey Deschanel to Lead Broadway-Bound COAL MINER'S DAUGHTER as Loretta Lynn by BroadwayWorld

In 1976, Coal Miners Daughter, country star Loretta Lynn's autobiography written with journalist George Vecsey became a New York Times Bestseller in 1980 the book was made into an Academy Aw…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:45AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda Performs with Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, 5/11-12 by BroadwayWorld

Lin-Manuel Miranda, actor and Tony Award-winning creator and composer-lyricist of Broadway's In the Heights, will join Arturo O'Farrill's GRAMMY Award-winning ensemble, The Afro Latin Jazz O…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Julian Sands Stars in A CELEBRATION OF HAROLD PINTER, Directed by John Malkovich, Now thru 5/19, SF by BroadwayWorld

In a Celebration of Harold Pinter, Julian Sands performs a warm and expertly crafted tribute to Nobel Laureate, Harold Pinter, directed by John Malkovich at the Royce Gallery, San Francisco,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Short Shorts 34: Bianca-Gate Special - responses from Bianca, the Barbican & bloggers by Mark Shenton

It’s been an interesting week: I have been making headlines this week as well as writing them for a change. My blog entry here on Monday that recounted my encounter with Bianca Jagger at l…

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Zooey Deschanel to Play Loretta Lynn on Broadway by David Rooney

David Rooney The Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated star of Fox TV's "New Girl" will channel the country music legend in her autobiographical musical, "Coal Miner's Daughter."read more

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TT: The show...

In today's Wall Street Journal I review two Shakespeare productions, Chicago Shakespeare's Timon of Athens and Classic Stage Company's Midsummer...

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TT: ..must go on

My "Sightings" column in today's Wall Street Journal reflects on the rarity of good novels whose principal characters are professional...

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TT: On the air

I'm one of the guests on this week's episode of Theater Talk. Ben Brantley of the New York Times, Peter...

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TT: Almanac

Without you No rose can grow; No leaf be green If never seen Your sweetest face; No bird have grace...

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Friday, May 11, 2012 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Sweet as strawberry ‘Blondes’ by Elisabeth Vincentelli

The Encores! production of “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” is like a dessert stuffed with juicy morsels. Why quibble because the cake doesn’t always hold the fruity bits together? The lush…

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Actors Playhouse Fills Inside Straight With Parenting Musical by Bill Hirschman

Rated P for Parenthood, an Off-Broadway musical comedy revue, will close out the 2012-2013 mainstage season at Actors’ Playhouse in Coral Gables July 10 – August 11, 2013. The theate…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 12:20AM

Janaro Play Reading At GableStage On Monday by Bill Hirschman

The Closet, a play by Miami writer Richard Janaro, gets a reading at 7:30 p.m. Monday at GableStage at the Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables.

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 12:18AM

McConnell and Blanchette Receive Randolph A. Frank Prize by Bill Hirschman

Gordon McConnell, Billy Bell and Beverly Blanchette have been honored for their achievements in the arts by the Judith Lanier Waldrop Frank and Randolph Adams Frank Foundation

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Andrea Kuchlewska by League of Professional Theatre Women

Playwright New York, New York USA Where do you look for inspiration? The rhythms of everyday language. History. The sea. What’s your favorite line from a play? My two favorites are: “…

SOURCE: The League of Professional Theatre Women at 12:01AM

Bolshoi Ballet brings its Swan Lake to Toronto by Michael Crabb

Bolshoi Ballet's Swan Lake at the Sony Centre May 15 to 19.

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Singing the Praises of Arranger Hugh Martin, Who Gave Blondes a Special Musical Curl by Rob Berman

Encores! music director Rob Berman pays tribute to vocal arranger Hugh Martin, whose classic choral harmonies are heard in the new concert revival of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.

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Local Boy Makes Good: Broadway's Hugh Panaro Receives Edwin Forrest Award in Philly May 11 by Kenneth Jones

Broadway star and Philadelphia native Hugh Panaro is celebrated May 11 with the presentation of the 2012 Edwin Forrest Award at Walnut Street Theatre's annual benefit gala in Philadelphi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The Music Man, With Kate Baldwin, Burke Moses, Donna Migliaccio, Begins Marching at Arena Stage May 11 by Kenneth Jones

Meredith Willson's The Music Man, the Americana-striped musical comedy about a corrupt salesman who charms — and is charmed by — a small town in Iowa, begins performances in-…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Theresa Rebeck's What We're Up Against, Featuring Nancy Lemenager, Begins at the Alley Theatre May 11 by Adam Hetrick

The Alley Theatre production of Theresa Rebeck's What We're Up Against, a new dark comedy about a female architect who hits the workplace glass ceiling, begins its Houston run May 11.

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Erin Davie, Janet Dacal, Santino Fontana and More Star in York's The Game of Love May 11-13 by Andrew Gans

York Theatre Company, headed by producing artistic director James Morgan, concludes its Musicals in Mufti: The Tom Jones Festival with the New York premiere of The Game of Love, which runs M…

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Julie White, Christopher Abbott, Cady Huffman, Rebecca Naomi Jones Take Part in Page 73's Spring Benefit May 11 by Michael Gioia

Tony Award winner Julie White (The Little Dog Laughed) hosts Page 73 Productions' spring benefit, an evening of "up-close encounters with your favorite Page 73 playwrights," Ma…

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The Marvin Gaye Story, With Rashawn Thompson, Begins May 11 at Chicago's Black Ensemble Theater by Michael Gioia

The Black Ensemble Theater presents Jackie Taylor's The Marvin Gaye Story (Don't Talk About My Father Because God Is My Friend) beginning May 11, prior to an official opening May 20,…

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Private Lives' Paul Gross Stars in World Premiere of John Guare's Are You There, McPhee?, Opening May 11 by Andrew Gans

Canadian actor Paul Gross, seen in the recent Broadway revival of Private Lives, heads the cast of the McCarter Theatre Center's world premiere of John Guare's Are You There, McPhee?…

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DIVA TALK: Chats With 2012 Tony Nominees Jayne Houdyshell (Follies) and Da'Vine Joy Randolph (Ghost) 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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Grease Star Ashley Spencer Joins Cast of Broadway's Rock of Ages May 11 by Andrew Gans

Ashley Spencer (Grease, Priscilla...) joins the cast of Broadway's Rock of Ages in the role of Sherrie beginning May 11 at the Helen Hayes Theatre.

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PLAYBILL VAULT'S Today In Theatre History: MAY 11 by David Gewirtzman and Anne Bradley and Robert Viagas

1903 In The Runaways with a book by Addison Brukhardt and a score by Raymond Hubbell, the hero is transported to a tropical island and will be made a king. The catch? He must marry the queen…

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Alex North back in tune on Broadway

Legit News: Late composer's work used in 'Death,' 'Ghost'

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