Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Photo Flash: New York Theatre Workshop's 2014 Gala - Performance and Party! by BroadwayWorld

New York Theatre Workshop NYTW's 2014 Spring Gala honored Tony Award-winning director Des McAnuff and President of The Dodgers Michael David on Monday night, May 12, at The Grand Ballroom of…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:38PM

Review: Truth, Beauty, and a Picture of You, Hayes Theatre by Cassie Tongue

Over at the Lyric, a new Australian, Sydney-set musical is telling the story of a family legacy, of art and love. It’s Strictly Ballroom; you’ve probably heard of it. In Potts Point, in …

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 11:37PM

AMERICAN IDOL Recap: Hemorrhaging, Raging, and 'Defying Gravity' for IDOL's Top-3 (updated w/ photos) by Matt Tamanini

Coming immediately on the heels of the always emotionally taxing Hometown visits, each of Season XIII's remaining Idols performed three songs on Wednesday's penultimate performance show. The…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:27PM

Photo Flash: New York Theatre Workshop's 2014 Gala - The Arrivals by BroadwayWorld

New York Theatre Workshop NYTW's 2014 Spring Gala honored Tony Award-winning director Des McAnuff and President of The Dodgers Michael David on Monday night, May 12, at The Grand Ballroom of…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:21PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Emmy-Winning Director, Producer and Broadway Actress Nancy Malone Passes Away by BroadwayWorld

Celebrated, ground-breaking and Emmy Award winning DirectorProducer, Emmy and Sarah Siddons nominated Actress, Co-Founder of Women In Film and the first woman VP at a major studio, Nancy Mal…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:37PM

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Nero/Pseudo by WSC Avant Bard at the Shop at Fort Fringe. ” …this rocking musical is an intense experience, one sure to leave you tapping your foot and wondering what your le…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 10:18PM

Beth Malone to Take on Title Role in DCTC's THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, Beg. 9/12; Kathleen Marshall Directs by BroadwayWorld

Beth Malone, a Parker native, has been selected for the coveted title role in the 'refreshed' launch of the famous Broadway musical, THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, beginning at the Denver Cente…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:16PM

The Most Useful Advice Bridges Tony Nominee Jason Robert Brown Has Ever Received Involves His Zipper by Broadway.com

Jason Robert Brown, who wrote the lush score for The Bridges of Madison County, is super proud of his work with a certain musical that featured a mechanical bull and shares the useful advice…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:06PM

Brandon Burke Manages Carmen by K.e. Weber

HIT Productions kicks off with Managing Carmen -  David Williamson's satirical play about a cross-dressing football player - at the Malthouse later this month. Actor Brandon Burke t…

SOURCE: Theatre People Australia at 10:06PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Steve Blanchard, Dee Hoty and More Among Stars of Lyric Theatre's 2014 Summer Shows; Cast & Creatives Announced! by BroadwayWorld

Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma today announced casting and production teams for its annual summer shows, featuring new and returning national talent, including Steve Blanchard, George Dvorsky, De…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:48PM

Jane the Plain by Wendy Caster

The characters are familiar high school archetypes. Lexi the Sexy. Scotty the Hotty (quarterback on the football team, natch). Betty the Pretty (head cheerleader, natch). Leeson the Decent. …

SOURCE: Show Showdown at 09:36PM

Photo Flash: Linda Lavin and Husband Steve Bakunas at FACES & PLACES Art Exhibit in SoHo by BroadwayWorld

Highly acclaimed actress, Linda Lavin, known widely for her hit '80s sitcom 'Alice' followed by her 'later life success' in a string of acclaimed Broadway performances, said just three weeks…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:20PM

Michael C. Hall and Don Johnson to Attend New York Premiere of COLD IN JULY, 5/21 by Movies News Desk

On May 21st, Time Warner Cable and Rooftop Films present the New York premiere of 2014 Sundance hit Cold In July. Writerdirector Jim Mickle and actors Michael C. Hall and Don Johnson will p…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:09PM

BWW TV: Highlights from SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE at Arena Stage with Levi Kreis, E. Faye Butler, Nova Y. Payton and More! by BroadwayWorld TV

SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE-THE SONGS OF LEIBER AND STOLLER opened on Thursday, May 8 at Arena Stage and runs through June 8, 2014 in the Fichandler Stage. Scroll down to watch highlights from the show

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:00PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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'Bachelorette' targets theater-goers in their 20s

Gender reversal packs play with extra shock. 

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 08:47PM

Review: “Bullets Over Broadway” — Caught in the Crossfire? by Matthew Wexler

Murder. Mayhem. Showgirls and tap dancing gangsters. What more could you ask for? Bullets Over Broadway, currently playing at the St. James Theatre, is a fast-paced musical theater gem that …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 08:33PM

HONOR BOUND - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Howard Miller

Newcomer playwright Albert J. Repicci’s Honor Bound, now on view at St. Luke's Theatre, raises important ideas about trust, friendship, and — of course — honor, but it does tend to los…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 08:02PM

Northrop dance season to bring 9 troupes including Paul Taylor, Suzanne Farrell

The renovated auditorium at the University of Minnesota will see plenty of dance talent in its 2014-15 season.

SOURCE: StarTribune at 08:00PM

'Hit the Wall' hits a wall by Chris Jones

The Chicago Commercial Collective's production of Ike Holter's "Hit the Wall" is to close May 25, it was announced late on Wednesday.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:00PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Frances Ruffelle to Bring PARIS ORIGINAL to 54 Below by Stage Tube

Tony-award winning Frances Ruffelle is bringing her 'Paris Original' show to the United States for the first time. It will play at 54 Below on October 23rd, 2014. Click below for a sneak peek

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:36PM

Van Dean '96, From Broadway with Love : Syracuse University Magazine

Van Dean brings Broadway shows to life. As a producer, he finds the material or someone to create the material, hires personnel, brings financial backers together, and manages all aspects of…

SOURCE: sumagazine.syr.edu at 07:19PM

Neil Patrick Harris Says He Declined to Take Over ‘Late Show’ at CBS by Francesca Bacardi

Neil Patrick Harris has a long history of success at the CBS network, from his starring role on “How I Met Your Mother” to his multiple Emmy wins for hosting the Tony Awards. So …

SOURCE: Variety at 07:09PM

O'Neill Center's Cabaret Conference Fellows Program Deadline Extended to May 23 by BroadwayWorld

John McDaniel, Artistic Director of the MAC Directors Award winning Cabaret and Performance Conference at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, announced that applications for the Cabaret Fello…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:04PM

Review Round-Ups: The Pajama Game shines at Shaftesbury

Transferring from the Chichester Minerva to the Shaftesbury Theatre is no mean feat, but Richard Eyre's 'joyous' revival has pulled it off

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:00PM

Review: The Last Days of Troy (Royal Exchange Theatre)

Simon Armitage's production of this epic tale has the scope needed but requires more intimacy to truly succeed.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:00PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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STAGE TUBE: First Look at Patina Miller & Bebe Neuwirth in CBS' Political Drama MADAM SECRETARY by Stage Tube

CBS announced its 2014-15 programming slate this morning. Among the network's new series is Barbara Hall and Morgan Freeman's political drama MADAM SECRETARY starring Broadway's Patina Mille…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:59PM

Photo Coverage: EVERYTHING'S COMING UP BROADWAYWORLD.COM at Joe's Pub by Walter McBride

On Sunday, BroadwayWorld produced an elegant and elaborate celebration all about the man behind the music for such legendary and unforgettable musicals as GYPSY, FUNNY GIRL, GENTLEMEN PREFER…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:46PM

Tonys Invite 'In Memoriam' Memories and Submissions by BroadwayWorld

The Tony Awards are seeking submissions of names and memories of friends and colleagues in the Broadway community who passed away during the past year for its annual 'In Memoriam' tribute.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:46PM

DRUNK SHAKESPEARE - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

As last season’s Broadway production of Shakespeare’s Globe’s Twelfth Night reminded everyone lucky enough to see it, it’s not impossible for one of The Bard’s works to be silly an…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 06:46PM

THIS SAT! L.A. Stage Day BAZAAR – visit ArtsBeatLA’s booth – Los Angeles theater report by Pauline Adamek

The 2nd annual L.A. Stage Day is happening THIS SATURDAY, May 17, at Cal State L.A. Of special note is the L.A. Stage Day BAZAAR is ~ FREE ~ and open to the public. ArtsBeatLA will have a bo…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:44PM

‘A Loss of Roses’ is a classic worth revisiting by Frank Scheck

“I can’t bear to see lovely things go to waste,” declares the fading actress of William Inge’s “A Loss of Roses.” The same can be said of this play, which...

SOURCE: The New York Post at 06:37PM

ENTER NOW! Los Angeles Commissioned Work Series – submissions deadline May 25th – Los Angeles theater report by Pauline Adamek

LAST 10 days remain for an exciting opportunity for all SoCal based playwrights! The deadline is May 25th. A Theatre Connection is accepting submissions for its Los Angeles Commissioned Work…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:31PM

Yes, Neil Patrick Harris Was Offered Late Show -- Vulture by Margaret Lyons

Neil Patrick Harris was on everyone's guess list of who might take over for David Letterman, and now Harris tells Howard Stern that yes, Les Moonves approached him about taking over a late-n…

SOURCE: Vulture at 06:27PM

Kate del Castillo from LOS MONÓLOGOS DE LA VAGINA on Broadwaybox.com by Jackie Green

International screen star Kate del Castillo is currently making her New York stage debut in Los Monólogos de la Vagina, Eve Ensler’s groundbreaking The Vagina Monologues performed entirel…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 06:23PM

Look Out for Bebe Neuwirth, Patina Miller and More Broadway Faves in Madam Secretary Sneak Peek! by Ryan McPhee

Don't expect Fosse hands and circus tricks here! As previously reported, CBS has picked up the pilot for Madam Secretary to series. The political drama about a maverick female secre…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:10PM

GALVESTON Film Adaptation, Starring Matthias Schoenaerts, Gets Go-Ahead by Movies News Desk

Low Spark Films and Jean Doumanian Productions have completed the financing for the upcoming film adaptation of Galveston, written by 'True Detective' creator Nic Pizzolatto. Embankment Film…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:03PM

Theater News: Kristin Chenoweth, Megan Mullally, and More Set for Summer Broadway Series at Provincetown's Art House Theatre

Sirius/XM Radio personality Seth Rudetsky will serve as host for the scheduled lineup of Broadway talent.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

A fresh production of 'Oz' flies over the rainbow

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice treat "The Wizard of Oz" with love.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 06:00PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Last Chance to see Carly Rae Jepsen and Fran Drescher | ‘Cinderella’ on Broadway (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

See Carly Rae Jepsen through June 8 See Fran Drescher through June 29 in Cinderella.

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:56PM

Neil Patrick Harris Confirms He Was Initially Offered 'LATE SHOW' Gig by TV News Desk

Neil Patrick Harris, once rumored to be a contender to replace David Letterman on THE LATE SHOW, confirmed today to Howard Stern that he was, in fact, initially approached to succeed the lat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:55PM

Ed Dixon, Christopher Bloch, Erin Driscoll and More to Star in Signature Theatre's CLOAK AND DAGGER World Premiere, 6/12-7/6 by BroadwayWorld

Virginia's Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre closes out its 20132014 season with the world premiere musical Cloak and Dagger, directed by Signature Theatre's Artistic Director Eric Schaef…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:54PM

Public Theater, Goodspeed Musicals and More Score 2014 NAMT Grants by Philippe Bowgen

The National Alliance for Musical Theatre (NAMT) announced nine awards granted from their National Fund for New Musicals, with recipients including the Public Theater, Goodspeed Musicals and…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:46PM

The Guys From the Jersey Boys Movie Are Teleporting! Here Are Eight More Places They Could Go by Broadway.com

A new poster for the Jersey Boys movie has been released (check it out below, to the right) and it looks awesome—but wait just a minute! Doesn't it look an awful lot like the poste…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:45PM

See The Normal Heart Movie Stars Talk History, Broadway Bonding and Ugly Crying by Broadway.com

We chatted up the stars of HBO's movie version of Larry Kramer's The Normal Heart at the glittering premiere.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:44PM

Idina Menzel’s Tony Nominated Performance in ‘If/Then the Musical’ (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

Idina Menzel is nominated for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for her performance in If/Then.

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:40PM

The Broadway.com Show: Hugh Jackman’s New Gig! Audra Speaks Out! Hamm vs. Cumberbatch?! by Broadway.com

On this week’s episode of The Broadway.com Show, we’ve got a ton of TV news, a nearly nude NPH, gross Instagram pics, a new If/Then video blogger and a mysterious Star of the Wee…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:39PM

Photo Flash: Jonathan Groff Visits Christopher J Hanke at BUYER & CELLAR by BroadwayWorld

Jonathan Groff stopped by BUYER amp CELLAR to visit star Christopher J Hanke on May 10. Hanke Tweeted 'Me amp my pal JonathanGroff do some sensible reading backstage post BuyerAndCellar' alo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:35PM

The Afternoon Report, Wednesday, May 14, 2014 by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Brought to you by Boneau/Bryan-Brown Wednesday, May 7, 2014 Today’s Tweets from BBB Follow us on Twitter – http://twitter.com/BBBway RSC’s HENRY IV PART 1 shot live tonight in …

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 05:30PM

Kristin Chenoweth, Cheyenne Jackson, Megan Hilty and More Will Play Provincetown This Summer by Philippe Bowgen

Kristin Chenoweth, Cheyenne Jackson, Andrea Martin, Megan Hilty and more lead a Broadway star-studded line-up at Provincetown's Art House Theater summer season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:28PM

STAGE TUBE: Natascia Diaz Sings 'Mack the Knife' in Signature Theatre's THREEPENNY OPERA by Stage Tube

Virginia's Tony-Award winning Signature Theatre presents The Threepenny Opera, Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill's cutting and enduring critique of capitalism and corruption. Directed by Signatu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:26PM

Kristin Chenoweth, Cheyenne Jackson and More to Make Provincetown Debuts, Summer 2014 by BroadwayWorld

Producing Artistic Director Mark Cortale, now entering his fourth season at the helm of Provincetown's Art House Theater, has made the picturesque Cape Cod town a must-do stop on the itinera…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:25PM

Go Behind the Music of the Night as Norm Lewis Makes History in The Phantom of the Opera by Broadway.com

It was a special night at The Phantom of the Opera when Andrew Lloyd Webber and more were on hand to see Norm Lewis become the first African-American actor to play the title role on Bro…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:22PM

Fuse Concert Review: Television — Still in its Own Orbit After Thirty Years by Arts Fuse Editor

The band was still Television and often as not, still magnificent.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 05:16PM

Classical music review: Chamber Music Society offers 'hardcore' experience

Three small-orchestra favorites fill the bill.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 05:15PM

Five Burning Questions with Los Monologos De La Vagina Star Kate del Castillo

Mexican beauty Kate del Castillo, one of the stars of Los Monologos De La Vagina, talks about the importance of the play today, the expense of crossing-over into American superstardom and Sa…

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 05:12PM

PHOTO CALL: George Takei, Billy Porter and Sara Gilbert Visit Mothers and Sons by Matthew Blank

George Takei, Billy Porter and Sara Gilbert all attended the May 13 performance of Mothers and Sons at the Golden Theatre. They met with the cast after the show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:11PM

Theater Review: ‘Under My Skin,’ a Comedy at the Little Shubert Theater by Laura Collins-Hughes

“Under My Skin,” a body-swapping comedy at the Little Shubert Theater, may bring on flashbacks from your cinematic past, circa the Reagan administration.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:09PM

MTWorks On Gun Control by Glenn Quentin

MTWorks is presenting an evening of short plays around a hot topic that will challenge our everyday perceptions about gun control.  Co-Artistic Directors David Stallings and Antonio Minino …

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 05:06PM

BOOGIE STOMP! Opens Tomorrow Off-Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Variations Theatre Group presents a limited Off-Broadway engagement of BOOGIE STOMP! direct to NYC from the production's sold out tour of Russia. Performances began on May 8th and the Openin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:05PM

Hugh Jackman Will Star in The River on Broadway by Chris Luner

What doesn’t he do? Despite the fact that Hugh Jackman is spending the next month preparing to host Broadway’s biggest night, The 2014 Tony Awards, it looks as though the star al…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 05:03PM

The Myths of Puppet Theater by HowlRound

By Eric Bass. There are two myths about puppet theater that need to be exploded. The first of them is the more obvious. It is the myth that the puppeteer controls the puppet. As puppeteers, …

SOURCE: HowlRound at 05:00PM

Theater News: Broadway Hits the Town as Fantasia, George Takei, Jeremy Jordan, and More Celebrate New York Theater

A roundup of photos from some of the hottest events around New York City.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Theater News: Will London Revival of Miss Saigon Move to Broadway?

Producer Cameron Mackintosh is considering it, according to published reports.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Katey Sagal and Hailee Steinfeld Join Anna Kendrick in "Pitch Perfect 2"; Will They Sing? by Carey Purcell

"Pitch Perfect 2," the sequel to the 2012 hit musical film about a college a capella group, has added "Sons of Anarchy" star Katey Sagal and Academy Award nominee Hailee …

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:00PM

Interviews: Alex Hassell, the RSC's Prince Hal: 'I want to be measured in the great roles'

Actor Alex Hassell, 34, has appeared on screen in Anonymous and Cold Mountain, and is currently playing Prince Hal in Gregory Doran's RSC productions of Henry IV Parts I and II, the firs…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:00PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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10 Hollywood Stars Who Got Their Start on Broadway by NewYork.com

View the Full Article on NewYork.com

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 04:53PM

Theatre Wing May Alter Tony Award Procedure for Investors by Adam Hetrick

In an effort to maintain the prestige of the Tony Award, the American Theatre Wing, which oversees the theatre's highest honor, may begin offering an alternative award to the ever-growin…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:53PM

Aladdin Tony Nominee Casey Nicholaw Recalls the Airline Attendant Who Changed His Life, Raising Him to New Heights by Michael Gioia

At the April 30 Tony Award nominees press junket, Casey Nicholaw — who earned his sixth Tony nomination for the choreography of Disney's Aladdin, including a 2011 win for The Book …

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:53PM

Aladdin Tony Nominee Casey Nicholaw Recalls the Airline Attendant Who Changed His Life, Raising Him to New Heights by Michael Gioia

At the April 30 Tony Award nominees press junket, Casey Nicholaw — who earned his fifth Tony nomination for his direction of Disney's Aladdin, including a 2011 win for The Book of …

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:52PM

My Theater Mecca On Lake Michigan: Teatro Vista by HowlRound

By Oliver Mayer. For an American playwright today, where is Mecca? Where does it all come together: actors of high quality who give maximum effort to a new script; directors with a sense of …

SOURCE: HowlRound at 04:51PM

Megan Hilty to Make Cafe Carlyle Debut, 5/27-6/7 by BroadwayWorld

Having garnered acclaim for performances on stage and screen, Megan Hilty makes her Cafe Carlyle debut in a two-week engagement, May 27 through June 7. She will perform songs from the televi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:49PM

Katey Sagal Joins Cast of PITCH PERFECT 2 by Movies News Desk

Pitch Perfect 2 hits theaters on May 15, 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:48PM

Dreaming of Rob Ford premieres at Crawl Festival by Richard Ouzounian

When Mike Daisey first announced he was creating a play about our mayor, he never thought his lead character would wind up in rehab before the show opened.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 04:46PM

Review: (Montreal / Theatre) Molly Bloom by The Charlebois Post

(photo by Caroline Laberge)Flavorless Sinby Aleksandra KoplikMolly Bloom is presented by Espace Go and directed by Brigitte Haentjens. The monologue is Molly's stream of thought. Her charact…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 04:40PM

Will West End Miss Saigon Bow on Broadway? by Michael Gioia and Mark Shenton

Producer Cameron Mackintosh plans to bring the new London production of Miss Saigon to Broadway in 2015 if the reviews are strong in Britain and a suitable theatre becomes available in …

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Livestreaming Original Plays Created by 100+ Young Artists from Washington, DC—Fri, May 16 & Sat, May 17 by HowlRound

By HowlRound TV. Livestreaming the Voices of Now Festival at Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater in Washington, DC on Friday, May 16 and on Saturday, May 17 at 4:30pm PDT / 6…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 04:33PM

"I Want to Do That": Andy Karl, Ramin Karimloo and Tony-Nominated Men Find Inspiration in Teachers, Parents and Cartoon Rabbits

2014 Tony Award nominees Ramin Karimloo, Jefferson Mays, Bryce Pinkham, Andy Karl (Best Actor in a Musical), James Monroe Iglehart (Best Featured Actor in a Musical), Reed Birney, Brian J. S…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:33PM

The Gospel According to...Julia Anrather by Michael Block

Name: Julia AnratherHometown: New York CityEducation: The Brearley School, then Vassar College '13Who do you play in The Mysteries?: The Violin Playing AngelTell us about The Mysteries: It's…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 04:28PM

Ron Rifkin to Return to THE SUBSTANCE OF FIRE 5/20-23 by BroadwayWorld

RON RIFKIN, whose performance as Isaac Geldhart in the original production of The Substance of Fire earned him critical accolades as well as the Obie, Drama Desk, Lucille Lortel, and Drama-L…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:27PM

Review: (Toronto / Theatre) Bingo by The Charlebois Post

(photo by Joanna Akyol)Can You Relate?by Spencer Malthouse@spencemalthouseIt is a truth universally acknowledged that a reunion of old friends in possession of a fair amount of alcohol must …

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 04:27PM

3 productions you should hurry out and see

So much drama/music/whatever, so little time. Three praised productions are about to close -- this weekend, people! -- and we'd hate for ArtsPage readers to miss out on them.

SOURCE: blogs.seattletimes.com at 04:17PM

The Amoralists Will Take Aim at Addiction and Network TV by Carey Purcell

The boundary-pushing downtown theatre troupe The Amoralists will stage The Gyre, a repertory production of two world-premiere dramas by Derek Ahonen and Mark Roberts in June.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:13PM

First Listen To 'It's A Sign' From IF/THEN Original Broadway Cast Recording by Pat Cerasaro

The original Broadway cast recording for new musical IFTHEN, starring Tony Award winner Idina Menzel, is now available for pre-order and a first listen to the track 'It's A Sign' is now avai…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:12PM

Daphne Rubin-Vega to Join Off-Broadway's LOS MONOLOGOS DE LA VAGINA, 6/3 by BroadwayWorld

Los Monologos de la Vagina, now in an unprecedented Spanish language engagement at its original off-Broadway home, today announced that Tony Award nominee Daphne Rubin-Vega will guest star i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:11PM

Theater Review: Edgar Oliver’s Walk ‘In the Park,’ at Axis Theater by Alexis Soloski

The monologuist Edgar Oliver takes a walk in Prospect Park, and in his past, in “In the Park,” running at Axis Theater.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:06PM

Who Is William Ivey Long? Tony Winner's Designs Get "Jeopardy!" Category by Philippe Bowgen

The work of six-time Tony Award-winning costume designer William Ivey Long will comprise an entire category on the May 16 telecast of "Jeopardy!"

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:04PM

Who Is William Ivey Long? Tony Winner on "Jeopardy!" by Philippe Bowgen

The work of six-time Tony Award-winning costume designer William Ivey Long will comprise an entire category on the May 16 telecast of "Jeopardy!"

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:03PM

Ain’t Got No by Francis

I was in Portland last year for the first time and when I got back to Chicago some of my friends who’ve never been to the city asked, “Were there a lot of hippies?”  I guess they were…

SOURCE: From the Ledge at 04:02PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- James Monroe Iglehart Reflects on His ALADDIN Roller Coaster Ride! by BroadwayWorld TV

Today we continue our Tonys coverage with James Monroe Iglehart, a nominee for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for Aladdin, who chats about how he cried like a little girl on nominations m…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:01PM

Theater News: Ron Rifkin Reprises His Role in The Substance of Fire for Five Performances Only at Second Stage Theatre

The Tony-winning actor originated the role of Isaac Geldhart in 1991.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Theater News: The Amoralists Return This Summer With Two Plays Exploring Man's Vicious Cycles

The double bill will feature plays by Derek Ahonen and Mark Roberts at Walkerspace.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Theater News: Daphne Rubin-Vega to Guest-Star in Los Monólogos de la Vagina at the Westside Theatre

Maria Cellario and Flor de Liz Perez will also join the production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Review Roundup: West End's THE PAJAMA GAME by Review Roundups

In 1950s America, love is in the air at the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory as handsome new Superintendent Sid Sorokin Michael Xavier falls head-over-heels for firebrand Union rep Babe Williams Jo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:59PM

First Look At Cherry Jones & Company In WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AND UNAFRAID by Pat Cerasaro

A preliminary sneak peek at the cast of the upcoming drama WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AND UNAFRAID starring acclaimed stage and screen star Cherry Jones is now available to view.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:52PM

Theatre Communications Group to Hold 2015 National Conference in Cleveland by BroadwayWorld

Theatre Communications Group TCG, the national organization for theatre, proudly announces that the 25th annual TCG National Conference will take place in Cleveland from June 18 to 20, 2015.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:48PM

Interview with Director, Richard Maltby Jr. by Ted Sod

Richard Maltby, Jr. discussed his role in the creation of Just Jim Dale with Education Dramaturg, Ted Sod. Ted Sod: When were you bitten by the theatre bug?     Richard Maltby, Jr: I was…

SOURCE: blog.roundabouttheatre.org at 03:43PM

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Bumps Up Broadway Premiere by Adam Hetrick

The Broadway premiere of Simon Stephens' Olivier Award-winning play The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time will now begin previews Sept. 10 at the Barrymore Theatre, producers…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

'Jeopardy!' creates a Broadway designer category by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Costume designer William Ivey Long has made outfits for more than 60 Broadway shows and won six Tony Awards, but he's about to get an honor never before offered - his ow…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 03:41PM

Opera meets challenge, passes $2 million mark

San Diego Opera meets challenge grant, has now raised $2 million

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 03:39PM

Tony Winner Ron Rifkin Will Join The Substance of Fire Off-Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Ron Rifkin will join the company of Jon Robin Baitz’s The Substance of Fire off-Broadway May 20 through May 23. The Tony winner will be stepping in for John Noble, who is unable to per…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:39PM

May 14, 2014 | Broadway Photo of The Day by Broadway's Best Shows

Broadway’s Best Shows is hunting down the best Broadway-related snaps you created for our newest series: Broadway Photo of the Day! Living in a world in which our daily lives are flood…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 03:39PM

This Is Awesome: Holler If Ya Hear Me Recording Session...

This Is Awesome: Holler If Ya Hear Me Recording Session Video This video is an awesome look into recording the new Broadway musical Holler If Ya Hear Me. Those of you who listened to our e…

SOURCE: theensemblist.com at 03:38PM

AEA to Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with 'ORPHANS OF THE NIGHTINGALE,' 5/27 by BroadwayWorld

In celebration of Asian Heritage month, the Equal Employment Opportunity Committee of Actors' Equity Association will present Orphans of the Nightingale of the Desert Abridged A Bollywood Sp…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:30PM

Bringing Arts to Brooklyn and Bronx Community Gardens by William Grimes

Arts in the Gardens will present music, performance art, poetry, dance and film at gardens in Brooklyn and the South Bronx.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:28PM

Hola, Daphne! Tony Nominee Daphne Rubin-Vega & More Will Step Into Los Monologos de la Vagina Off-Broadway by Ryan McPhee

The feline of Avenue B is heading to the Westside Theatre…and she has a lot to say about vaginas! Tony nominee Daphne Rubin-Vega will join the cast of Los Monólogos de la Vagin…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:26PM

Original Rent Star Daphne Rubin-Vega to Join Spanish-Language Vagina Monologues by Adam Hetrick

Tony Award nominee Daphne Rubin-Vega will join the Off-Broadway cast of Los Monólogos de la Vagina, the new Spanish-language version of Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues, for a l…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:22PM

Original Award-Winning Star of Substance of Fire Will Step into Second Stage Revival for Limited Run by Andrew Gans

Ron Rifkin, whose performance as Isaac Geldhart in the original production of The Substance of Fire earned him Obie, Drama Desk, Lucille Lortel and Drama-Logue awards, will once again step i…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:17PM

35 Life Lessons We Learned From Daphne Rubin-Vega in Rent

Los Monologos De La Vagina Daphne Rubin-Vega taught us 35 unforgettable life lessons via the original Broadway cast recording of Rent.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:14PM

Photo Flash: Nathan Lane Returns for MODERN FAMILY Season Finale Wedding! by BroadwayWorld

Nathan Lane The Producers, Elizabeth Banks The Hunger Games, Adam DeVine Pitch Perfect, Barry Corbin Dallas, Colin Hanlon and Celia Weston Alice will guest star on the Season Finale of ABC's…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:10PM

Summer Stages: Theater: Nationwide Theater Listings by Steven McElroy

A selected look at summer theater offerings across the country.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:06PM

Daphne Rubin-Vega Joins the Cast of LOS MONÓLOGOS DE LA VAGINA Beginning June 3 by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Los Monólogos de la Vagina, now in an unprecedented Spanish language engagement at its original off-Broadway home, today announced that Tony Award nominee Daphne Rubin-Vega will guest star …

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 03:05PM

Nominees Announced for Off-Broadway Alliance Awards by David Sheward

Nominees have been chosen for the fourth annual Off-Broadway Alliance Awards. Winners will be announced on May 27. The alliance is an organization of Off-Broadway producers, theaters, genera…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 03:01PM

Adam Heller Heads Cast For Goodspeed's 'Fiddler on the Roof' by Frank Rizzo

Adam Heller will be Tevye in the 50th anniversary production of "Fiddler on the Roof" which plays Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam. The production, directed by Rob Ruggiero ("Show…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 03:01PM

Loneliness is the backdrop for Tennessee Williams' 'Vieux Carre' by Kerry Reid

THEATER REVIEWS: "Vieux Carre" at Raven Theatre ★★★½ and "The President" by Oracle Productions ★★★ THEATER REVIEWS: "Vieux Carre" at Raven Theatre ύ…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:01PM

Holler If You Hear Me In Rehearsal (Photos) by Chris Luner

The first production of the new 2014-2015 season is just weeks away from it’s very first performance on Broadway and setting the tone much differently than years past. While the first …

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 03:00PM

Theater News: Jane Clementi Will Join Broadway's Mothers and Sons Cast for Talk-Back Tonight

The event will take place at the John Golden Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

4 Musicals That TV Viewers Can’t Get Enough Of

With the May 12 announcement that NBC will follow up its live presentation of “Peter Pan” (previously seen on TV starring Mary Martin in 1960) with a production of “The Mus…

SOURCE: Backstage at 03:00PM

Theater review: ‘Alexander’ has a bad day with a good lesson by Marcus Crowder

‘Alexander’ tells a timeless story for all ages in B Street’s Family Series. From left, Emily Killian, Armando Rivera and Denver Skye Vaughan appear in B Street&#x…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 03:00PM

Chicago theater openings for the week of May 16-22

Upcoming opening nights, including "M. Butterfly" at Court Theatre.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:00PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Odds & Ends: Neil Patrick Harris Was Approached About Letterman Gig, Lisa Kudrow on Friends Musical & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Neil Patrick Harris WAS Approached to Take Over From David Letterman Speculation was rife when David Letterman announced …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:59PM

Karen Akers Heads Cast Of 'Sing For Your Shakespeare' by Frank Rizzo

Karen Akers (Broadway's "Grand Hotel") heads the cast of the premiere of the musical revue, "Sing for Your Shakespeare" at the Westport Country Playhouse. The production featuring a cas…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 02:56PM

Bloomingdale’s Celebrates the 2014 Tony Awards

See Show-Inspired Windows, In-Store Displays and Live Cast Performances

SOURCE: Tony Awards at 02:53PM

Review - If/Then Musical on Broadway by Christopher Caggiano

OK, grades are in. Let the catch-up begin. I saw quite a few shows this spring, both on Broadway and off, but so far have only had a chance to blog about a handful of them. Now that school i…

SOURCE: Christopher Caggiano at 02:49PM

RSC's HENRY IV PART 1 Filmed for 'Live from Stratford-upon-Avon' Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Tonight at the Royal Shakespeare Company's Stratford-upon-Avon home, the RSC's Henry IV Part I will be filmed for Live from Stratford-upon-Avon, the RSC program that screens the world's grea…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:44PM

‘The Arabian Nights’: Stories Upon Stories at Silver Spring Stage by Guest Author

Theatre can enthrall us in many ways: A great story. Perhaps, if we’re lucky, a couple of great stories beautifully intertwined. Gorgeous costumes. Evocative lighting and sound, and inclu…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:43PM

Terrence Mann to Perform at Benefit for Middle School 54, 5/19 by BroadwayWorld

Terrence Mann, currently starring in Pippin, will perform at a benefit for the children of MS 54 - The Booker T. Washington School on Monday, May 19th, at 630pm in the school's auditorium. C…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:40PM

Glee's Chris Colfer to Play Noel Coward in Biopic; Ian McKellen, Vanessa Redgrave & Jonathan Pryce May Join by Ryan McPhee

He’s gone from screen actor to writer, and now he’s playing a writer on screen! Glee’s Chris Colfer is set to play Noel Coward in an upcoming biopic about the iconic Britis…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:34PM

Venom of Love transforms Chinese legend into modern dance by Michael Crabb

Little Pear Garden Collective blends Chinese legend of the White Snake with modern twists and state-of-the-art visual effects, at Fleck Dance Theatre May 15 to 17.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 02:34PM

Motown The Musical Goes Multi-Platinum on Broadway and in Chicago by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Now celebrating a record breaking smash hit year on Broadway and a triumphant opening of the first national tour in Chicago, MOTOWN THE MUSICAL continues to post million dollar plus grosses …

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 02:32PM

Tony-Winning Costume Designer William Ivey Long to be Featured on JEOPARDY!, 5/16 by BroadwayWorld

The designs of 6-time Tony Award-winning costume designer WILLIAM IVEY LONG - currently represented on Broadway with the musicals CINDERELLA, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, CHICAGO and CABARET - wil…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:32PM

‘The Václav Havel Project,’ solid double bill, heads to Prague Fringe Festival by Celia Wren

It’s a welcome-to-the-machine moment. Mild-mannered writer Ferdinand Vaněk is visiting the home of his smug, materialistic friends Vera and Michael, who have been lecturing him about the …

SOURCE: Washington Post at 02:32PM

West End's MISS SAIGON to Open in Toronto Prior to Arrival on Broadway in 2015? by BroadwayWorld

London's West End has been abuzz for weeks about the highly anticipated return of Miss Saigon, featuring a new 25th anniversary production, directed by Laurence Connor, who's helped bring us…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:27PM

THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Shifts First Broadway Preview to 9/10 by BroadwayWorld

Preview performances of The National Theatre production of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME will now begin Wednesday, September 10 rather than the previously announced Septe…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:24PM

Casts of BEAUTIFUL & AFTER MIDNIGHT to Perform at Bloomingdale's this Week in Anticipation of 2014 Tony Awards by BroadwayWorld

The Tony Awards and Bloomingdale's have announced a series of specialty experiences for theater fans leading up to the 68th-Annual Tony Awards, broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall Sund…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:07PM

Photo Coverage: Kate Baldwin Previews SING PRETTY, DON'T FALL DOWN at 54 Below by Walter McBride

Acclaimed for her work in the recent Broadway musical Big Fish, the groundbreaking off-Broadway musical Giant and her breakout performance in the 2009 Broadway revival of Finian's Rainbow, K…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:02PM

Features: 10 things you didn't know about Australian theatre

It's not just Kangaroos and Neighbours, the theatre scene down-under is more important than you may have previously thought

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 02:00PM

Blogs: Guest Blog: Critics still have the power to make or break shows

Freelance director and producer Henry Filloux-Bennett argues that critics need to take more responsibility, following the recent mauling of new musical Water Babies

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 02:00PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Photo Flash: George Takei, Sara Gilbert, and Billy Porter Visit MOTHERS AND SONS by BroadwayWorld

A slew of stars recently made their way to the Golden Theatre to check out the Tony-nominated Mothers and Sons, starring Tyne Daly, Frederick Weller, Bobby Steggert and Grayson Taylor. Last …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:55PM

London's New Miss Saigon Eyeing Transfer to the Great White Way by Ryan McPhee

Why not, God? Why not? Mega producer Cameron Mackintosh is toying with bringing the new London production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg’s Miss Saigon to Broadway next ye…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:45PM

Photo Flash: Brian Yorkey, Annie Golden & Caissie Levy Tell 'Untold Stories of Broadway' by BroadwayWorld

The Tony Awards and Dress Circle Publishing just hosted a special fan experience at the Tony Awards Pop-Up Shop featuring author and musical theater historian Jennifer Ashley Tepper and Broa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:45PM

Bloomingdale's Will Feature In-Store Performances By Cast Members of Aladdin, Beautiful, After Midnight by Andrew Gans

The Tony Awards and Bloomingdale's have announced a series of special experiences for theatre fans leading up to the 68th Annual Tony Awards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:40PM

MOTHERS AND SONS Partners with Tyler Clementi Foundation for Talk Out Tonight by BroadwayWorld

The new Broadway play Mothers and Sons from 4-time Tony Award winner Terrence McNally, now playing at the Golden Theatre 252 West 45th Street, welcomes co-founder of The Tyler Clementi Found…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:39PM

Disney CFO Reaffirms Big Live-Action Films Must Fit Franchise Mold by Alexandra Cheney

Unless it’s a franchise, Disney isn’t all that interested in pursuing big live-action films. That was the sentiment expressed by Jay Rasulo, Disney’s senior executive vice president an…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:32PM

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Shifts Broadway Start Date by Imogen Lloyd Webber

We will get to see the hit National Theatre production of Simon Stephens’ The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time even earlier. Previews will now begin on September 10, while…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:26PM

BREAKING: Harry Connick Jr Confirms 'I'm Definitely Coming Back' to IDOL by TV News Desk

During a press conference call on the 13th season of AMERICAN IDOL this morning, judge Harry Connick Jr confirmed that he will indeed return for the 14th season of the show.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:25PM

Lost Moon Radio Celebrates It’s Fifth Anniversary with an Extravaganza by Colin Mitchell

This sounds like shite-loads of fun. Especially the live-band karaoke. Love me some live-band karaoke. Hope they roll that out again for this year’s Fringe. If you’ve never seen …

SOURCE: Bitter Lemons at 01:25PM

Previews will now begin September 10 for THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Preview performances of The National Theatre production of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME will now begin Wednesday, September 10 (rather than the previously announced Sept…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 01:22PM

RSC’s HENRY IV Part I Live Screening in the UK tonight; US Screenings to follow by Jackie Green

Tonight at the Royal Shakespeare Company’s Stratford-upon-Avon home, the RSC’s Henry IV Part I will be filmed for “Live from Stratford-upon-Avon,” the RSC program that screens the w…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 01:20PM

Daniel Beaty Promotes Both Artistry and Social Good by Scott Timberg

The actor and writer Daniel Beaty tips his hat to Paul Robeson in a biographical play he created, but also follows his lead in working toward social change.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:17PM

Theater Review: William Inge’s Revised ‘A Loss of Roses’ at St. Clement’s by Laura Collins-Hughes

A fragile out-of-work actress moves into her widowed friend’s home and becomes entangled with her friend’s son, in “A Loss of Roses.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:11PM

Photo Flash: HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME Company Takes Part in Schomburg Center Panel by BroadwayWorld

HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, the new Broadway musical inspired by the lyrics of Tupac Shakur was featured at the Schomburg Center's Theater Talk Panel earlier this week. Holler If Ya Hear Me direct…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:08PM

ArtsBeat: London Production of ‘Miss Saigon’ May Come to Broadway by Patrick Healy

The producer Cameron Mackintosh is considering bringing his production to Broadway next year if the reviews are strong and a suitable theater becomes available.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:07PM

BWW TV: Andrew Lloyd Webber Celebrates the Music of the Night with New PHANTOM Stars Norm Lewis & Sierra Boggess! by BroadwayWorld TV

The Phantom of the Opera, which is now in its 26th year on Broadway, celebrated yet another in a long line of milestones last evening, as it welcomed former LITTLE MERMAID co-stars Norm Lewi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:05PM

The Week Ahead: That Funny Man of 1,000 Faces by Charles Isherwood

The new show “Just Jim Dale” will feature the titular star alone onstage, supported only by the pianist Mark York.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:04PM

Adrienne Truscott's Asking for It review sophisticated confrontationalism by Brian Logan

Soho theatre, LondonTruscott's satirical broadside against rape culture transfers perfectly from the Fringe with firecracker wit Emma Brockes interviews Adrienne Truscott, the naked comicAt …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:02PM

PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: Behind the Scenes at Nick Blaemire's A Little More Alive Musical With Cast Member Michael Tacconi by Matthew Blank

The Kansas City Repertory Theatre production of Nick Blaemire's new musical A Little More Alive played a run through May 11 on the Rep's Copaken Stage. Cast member Michael Tacconi d…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

On the Twentieth Century Will Return to Broadway in Spring 2015 by Chris Luner

Despite the fact that we haven’t even finished the Spring 2014 season yet on Broadway, that didn’t stop Roundabout Theatre Company today from announcing a new production in the w…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 01:01PM

In the Spotlight Series: In the Tonys Photo Booth with Nominee Celia Keenan-Bolger by Walter McBride

Below you can check out photos of Celia Keenan-Bolger, nominated for Best Featured Actress in a Play for The Glass Menagerie, in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In the Spotlight' by acclaimed …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00PM

Features: Video: Part 2 of the rehearsal vlog with 1001 Nights artistic director Douglas Rintoul and cast

Rintoul and members of the cast discuss the production in this exclusive video for WhatsOnStage

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:00PM

Review: Long Live the Little Knife (Norwich)

Fake or forgery? the distinction can be a blurred one as David Leddy's "Long Live the Little Night" demonstrates.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:00PM

Film News: Emma Thompson and Mark Rylance Set for Film Adaptation of Alone in Berlin

Hans Fallada's novel will be adapted for the big screen by Vincent Perez.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Photo Flash: Taye Diggs Makes Broadway Dreams Come True in the Rehearsal Room for The Me Nobody Knows

Ten students from the Broadway Dreams Foundation make up the cast of the musical's industry reading.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Review: Into the Woods

The Lyric Stage's Sondheim sings.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Dinner and a Show: Where to Eat Before ‘Kinky Boots’ by Ebehan

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SOURCE: NewYork.com at 12:59PM

Further Casting Announced for Productions of Amadeus, Miss Julie and Black Comedy at U.K.'s Chichester Festival Theatre by Mark Shenton

Further casting has been announced for the forthcoming productions of Amadeus and the double-bill of Miss Julie and Black Comedy at Chichester's Festival Theatre complex.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:59PM

Rock ’n’ Revolt! Pussy Riot & Moscow Theater vs. The Russian Status Quo by Julia Bumke

Julia Bumke reports from Moscow on Pussy Riot, Tom Stoppard's "Rock'n'Roll" and the legacy of The Plastic People of the Universe.

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 12:58PM

Which Tony Winner Is Invited to Tonight's "Modern Family" Gay Wedding? by Adam Hetrick

"Modern Family" leading men Mitch and Cam are preparing to walk down the aisle in the two-part season finale of "Modern Family," which begins airing May 14 on ABC. They&#…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:56PM

The Romantic Life of a Writer by Jenn

  It is not hard to imagine the romantic life of a writer… You sleep until noon, brew some Jasmine tea and turn on your “Jam.” Then tap your lucky pencil against your chair, turn arou…

SOURCE: Halcyon Theatre at 12:53PM

Jane the Plain – Location, Tickets, Reviews by Maya Asheri

Flux Theatre presents the world premiere of August Schulenburg’s Jane the Plain, a supernatural comedy that utilizes familiar high school archetypes to tell an uplifting tale of self…

SOURCE: Maxamoo at 12:51PM

FROZEN Soundtrack Gets Bumped by 'Now 50' Compilation on Billboard 200 by Movies News Desk

After 13 nonconsecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, the soundtrack to Disney's FROZEN has been bumped by the 'Now 50' compilation

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:49PM

I Heart Scotland by Colin Mitchell

And this is why. Only a Scot could get into a bonafide row with a lift. Hi-fuckin’-larious.

SOURCE: Bitter Lemons at 12:46PM

Richard Herring: 'I wanted to unsettle and confuse people' by Richard Herring

Growing a Hitler moustache was comedically interesting, but the routine also revealed a troubling liberal hypocrisy about raceHitler Moustache came from a slightly childish conceit: why is t…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:45PM

Meet the Cast of NextStop Theatre Company’s ‘Into the Woods’ Part 4: Katie McManus by Joel Markowitz

In between battling witches, wolves, and giants the cast of NextStop Theatre Company’s Into the Woods shared with us their journey of preparing for their roles in this popular Stephen So…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:43PM

‘Under My Skin’: theater review by Joe Dziemianowicz

Fueled by “Freaky Friday” fantasy and actual health-insurance angst, “Under My Skin” is a body-swapping comedy with preexisting conditions — creaky bones and lameness.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 12:41PM

SDCF Now Accepting Nominations for 2014 Zelda Fichandler Award by BroadwayWorld

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation SDCF opens the nomination process for The Zelda Fichandler Award on May 14, 2014. This award presents an unrestricted grant of 5000 to an outst…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:38PM

Full Casting Announced For The Crucible at London's Old Vic by Mark Shenton

Full casting has been announced for a new production of Arthur Miller's The Crucible that begins performances at London's Old Vic June 21 prior to an official opening July 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:37PM

Cake Decorating, Flower Girls and More! Jesse Tyler Ferguson Counts Down to "Modern Family" Gay Wedding on Instagram by Adam Hetrick

Mitch and Cam are gearing up for the gay wedding of the year on the two-part finale of ABC's "Modern Family," part one of which airs May 14 at 9 PM ET.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

Max von Essen, Karen Ziemba, Julia Murney & More Set for Project Shaw's GETTING MARRIED, 6/23 by BroadwayWorld

Gingold Theatrical Group's PROJECT SHAW, under the leadership of Founding Artistic Director David Staller, presents George Bernard Shaw's curious comedy, Getting Married, on Monday, June 23 …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:29PM

First Look - Patina Miller, Bebe Neuwirth Star in New CBS Series MADAM SECRETARY by TV News Desk

CBS announced its 2014-15 programming slate this morning. Among the network's new series is Barbara Hall and Morgan Freeman's political drama MADAM SECRETARY starring Broadway's Patina Mille…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:27PM

Theatre Review: ‘Nero/Pseudo’ by WSC Avant Bard at the Shop at Fort Fringe by Anna Brinley

The lava lamps and abundance of tinsel adorning the black box set when you walk through the back door at the Shop at Fort Fringe are only the the tip of the glittering iceberg that is the Ne…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:26PM

Reed Birney’s Photo Stash! The Casa Valentina Star Shows Off the Wig, Purse & Pills He Needs to Become Charlotte by Broadway.com

Reed Birney has tackled plenty of diverse roles over his four-decade career, but you've neer seen him like this before! The veteran stage and screen star is trying heels and a wig o…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:25PM

Analysis & Opinion: Letters of the week by The Stage

Broadway openings, Lottery funding, War Horse musicians and accessible ballet

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:24PM

Sarah Jessica Parker, Jessica Lange & More Set For Kenneth Lonergan's Wild Oats Film by Ryan McPhee

A roadtrip with these women (and Donald Sutherland)? Count us in! Showbiz411 has reported that Broadway vets Sarah Jessica Parker, Jesscica Lange, Shirley MacLaine and Sutherland are se…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:19PM

Harvey Fierstein’s ‘Casa Valentina’ Announces Two Week Extension by Broadway's Best Shows

Manhattan Theatre Club (Lynne Meadow, Artistic Director; Barry Grove, Executive Producer), by special arrangement with Colin Callender, Robert Cole, Frederick Zollo and The Shubert Organizat…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 12:18PM

Things You Shouldn’t Say Past Midnight by Susan Galbraith

So what do you scream out in the throes of ecstasy? Should a person get a freedom-to-express pass even when the turn-on becomes racially or otherwise offensive? Is nasty necessarily exciting…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:17PM

Watch Trailers to New ABC Series Starring Viola Davis, Da'Vine Joy Randolph and More Plus Alan Menken and Glenn Slater's "Galavant" by Michael Gioia

ABC recently announced the new series and programs added to its 2014-15 primetime schedule. Here is a first look at trailers for Alan Menken and Glenn Slater's "Galavant," &quo…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:15PM

Theatre Review: ‘Peter Pan & Wendy’ at Pumpkin Theatre by April Forrer

The Pumpkin Theatre hits the high seas and raises the Jolly Roger for the last show of their “Discovering New Friendships Through Familiar Tales” season. A musical version of Peter Pan &…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:13PM

THEATER TALK to Welcome Tony Nominees from A RAISIN IN THE SUN & ALADDIN this Weekend by TV News Desk

An all-new THEATER TALK celebrates Tony Award nominees from A Raisin in the Sun and Aladdin, all moving toward the June 8 awards ceremonies with considerable momentum.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:11PM

Communitas Comes to Town by Josh

Communitas is a Latin noun that describes an unstructured society where humans are equal. It also has a sociological connotation of a society that is greater than the sum of its parts. For t…

SOURCE: blog.fringearts.com at 12:07PM

In The Park- Location, Tickets, Reviews by Trista Lu

Playwright and performer Edgar Oliver (Helen & Edgar at this year’s Under the Radar Festival) and director Randy Sharp join forces for In The Park, a new solo show performed at A…

SOURCE: Maxamoo at 12:03PM

Review: Dinner with Friends (rebekah theatre project) by Scotty Zacher

This well-paced production keeps the audience engaged and uncovers issues on monogamy and divorce that appeared to hit really close to home for several of the couples in the audience opening…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 12:03PM

Photos: 1st night photos: Lesley Manville, Richard Eyre and cast party at The Pajama Game

The transfer of Richard Eyre's production opened at the Shaftesbury Theatre last night

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Theatre News: Ryan Molloy reprises Jersey Boys performance on Broadway

Molloy will join the New York production as Frankie Valli from July

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Review: Juno

TimeLine Theatre Company resurrects a tuneful take on a brutal Irish drama.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Gorilla Tango’s “The Rack of Khan: A Star Trek Burlesque” by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:59AM

SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY MORNING – Mercury, Colchester by Libby Purves

POSTWAR, COLD-WAR,  ANGRY AND RESTLESS   Ever since our manufacturing and metal-bashing trades eroded, we have seen a sentimentality about old industrial Britain: the glory days when a…

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 11:58AM

Nominees Announced for Off-Broadway Alliance Awards by NewYork.com

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SOURCE: NewYork.com at 11:58AM

The Saints Announces $100,000 In Grants Awarded To 22 Performing Arts Groups by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:56AM

Q&A: Danielle Doherty of Broadway Understudies

We couldn’t let Danielle be a guest on the podcast without subjecting her to our Q&A! Check out broadwayunderstudies if you haven’t already- we love them and what they do for…

SOURCE: theensemblist.com at 11:54AM

Colin Donnell, Matt Doyle & More Set for BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY Concert at 54 Below, 6/16 by BroadwayWorld

On June 16, 54 Below will present an all-star concert version of Paul Scott Goodman's rock musical Bright Lights, Big City, based on the novel by Jay McInerney.Bright Lights, Big City follow…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:52AM

Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees: Best Featured Actor in a Play by NewYork.com

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SOURCE: NewYork.com at 11:51AM

Cahill’s ‘Charm,’ Brenton’s ‘Bloody Poetry’ pair well at Taffety Punk Theatre Company by Nelson Pressley

Kathleen Cahill’s “Charm” takes a rosy view of the early American feminist Margaret Fuller and her appealing play floats. Howard Brenton’s “Bloody Poetry” delves into the romanti…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:49AM

Have Your Voice Heard! Be a Sponsor of The Ensemblist! Hey,...

Have Your Voice Heard! Be a Sponsor of The Ensemblist! Hey, friends! If you’ve been listening to the podcast lately, you know that we have recently begun working with sponsors. These suppo…

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THE AUDITORIUM THEATRE WELCOMES ISRAELI MUSIC SENSATION IDAN RAICHEL TO THE LANDMARK STAGE MAY 15, 2014 by Michael Roberts

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Photo Flash: Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard in MACBETH Poster Art by Movies News Desk

Below, check out photo art for StudioCanal's new adaptation of William Shakespeare's MACBETH, featuring Michael Fassbender in the title role and Marion Cotillard as Lady Macbeth.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:45AM

The Saints announce award grants by Johnny Oleksinski

The Saints, a volunteer group whose members usher local productions, announced $100,000 in grants to 22 performing arts groups on Wednesday. The grants range from $900 to $7500 and are meant…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:44AM

AFTER THIRTY YEARS, PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY RETURNS TO THE AUDITORIUM THEATRE MAY 17 AND 18 by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:42AM

‘The Phantom of the Opera’ US Tour – Beyond the Mask (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

A dream come true for nearly 100 students participating in Rochester Broadway Theatre League’s Beyond the Mask programme, meeting the cast and learning about The Phantom of the Opera, …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 11:42AM

PHOTO CALL: Taye Diggs, Stafford Arima and Broadway Dreams Students Rehearse Reading of The Me Nobody Knows by Matthew Blank

Producer Bellanca Smigel Rutter (The Bridges of Madison County, Macbeth) present industry readings of The Me Nobody Knows, helmed by Stafford Arima, Bryan Perri and Taye Diggs, May 14-15 in …

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

News: Closed Ipswich church to be converted into arts centre by Georgia Snow

A derelict church in Ipswich is to be transformed into an arts centre that will host professional theatre productions and touring companies. St Clement’s church has stood empty since 1979,…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:37AM

Rosie O'Donnell earns special Tony Award for teaching kids about theater

Rosie O'Donnell is getting a special Tony Award and that's making me happy.

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 11:35AM

BIG OTIS JUMP UP BLUES Revue to Play 54 Below, 5/29 by BroadwayWorld

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club presents Otis Sallid's Big Otis Jump Up Blues Revue, for one night only on Thursday, May 29th at 930pm. The show features the music of Big Joe Turner, Julia …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:34AM

Meet The Director and Cast of Kensington Arts Theatre’s ‘Les Misérables’: Part 6: Gabriel Potter and Malinda Markland by Joel Markowitz

In Part 6 of our series of interviews with the director and cast of Kensington Arts Theatre’s Les Misérables, meet Gabriel Potter and Malinda Markland. Introduce yourself and tell us w…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:33AM

'different words' reveals promising playwright in Kimber Lee by Charles McNulty

A cross section of life in Nampa, Idaho, is delivered through the theatrical equivalent of cinematic jump cuts in "different words for the same thing," a new play by Kimber Lee that opened S…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 11:31AM

Harvey Fierstein's CASA VALENTINA Heading to the Big Screen? by BroadwayWorld

Harvey Fierstein's new Broadway play CASA VALENTINA may be heading to the big screen.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:29AM

ToDo ToDay: Eagulls, Freud’s Last Session, and a New Whiskey Bar by Caroline Jones

You know summer is almost here when a massively hyped guitar band from England makes its way to a slew of gigs on the East Coast. This year’s band is Eagulls, a post-punk quintet from Leed…

SOURCE: Washington City Paper at 11:27AM

Need More James Franco? Franco: A Documentary Will Cover the Of Mice and Men Star's Broadway Debut by Ryan McPhee

After everything James Franco has put himself through over these past few months, you know what the Of Mice and Men star needs? A documentary following his every move. According to The Wrap,…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:27AM

Time-Lapse Video of the Construction of The ‘Act One’ Set (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

Designer Beowulf Boritt is nominated for a Tony Award for the Act One set. Watch it being built on the Beaumont stage in this time-lapse video!

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 11:23AM

Howard McGillin, Julia Murney, Xanthe Elbrick, Max Von Essen, Heidi Armbruster and Karen Ziemba Will Be Getting Married in June by Andrew Gans

Gingold Theatrical Group's Project Shaw, which is under the leadership of founding artistic director David Staller, will continue June 23 at 7 PM with George Bernard Shaw’s Gettin…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:22AM

Howard McGillin, Julia Murney, Xanthe Elbrick, Max Von Essen, Heidi Armbruster and Karen Zimeba Will Be Getting Married in June by Andrew Gans

Gingold Theatrical Group's Project Shaw, which is under the leadership of founding artistic director David Staller, will continue June 23 at 7 PM with George Bernard Shaw’s Gettin…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:22AM

Photo Coverage: Christiane Noll, Ann Harada & More Sing BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1965-1989 by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Tony Award-Winners Adriane Lenox After Midnight, Doubt,Karen Ziemba Bullets Over Broadway, Curtains, Contact, Randy Graff LES MISERABLES, City of Angels and Andy Blankenbuehler In The Height…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:12AM

David Harris – Time is a Traveller by Cassie Tongue

David Harris, as one of Australia’s leading men of musical theatre, is one of only a small club of make performers with name recognition and instant credibility. Our leading men are few an…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 11:08AM

PHOTO CALL: Brian d’Arcy James, Will Chase, Judith Light, Alexandra Socha, T.R. Knight, Celia Keenan-Bolger and More Attend Private Upfront Party by Matthew Blank

The Gersh Agency celebrated New York Upfronts Week with a private party held at Aselina Ristorante. Guests included numerous stars of stage and screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:07AM

Dances with Woolf: Lucy Kirkwood hops to new beat with Like Rabbits by Lyn Gardner

The Chimerica playwright's latest project is surprisingly light on words, as she reworks a 'very dark, very cruel' Virginia Woolf tale of broken relationships with the choreographer Ben Duke…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:05AM

Production News: BBC orders new sitcom starring Bradley Walsh and Kayvan Novak by Matthew Hemley

Bradley Walsh and Kayvan Novak are to lead the cast of a new six-part comedy for BBC1 set on a fictional Spanish island. Woody follows an undercover reporter, played by Novak, who is forced …

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:04AM

Photo Coverage: Inside Project Shaw's HEARTBREAK HOUSE Reading by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Heartbreak House, one of Shaw most admired of curious comedies, is packed full of extraordinary roles. Each member of the cast gets to take a bite out of this rarely produced and provocative…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

Overheard at The Broadway League Conference: Day 1 by Ken Davenport

Yesterday was the very first day of the annual Broadway League Spring Road Conference, when all the members of the Broadway League are invited to NYC to share in three days of seminars and s…

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

Genre and Musical Theatre by Danielle Feder

With musicals, there’s an old (and false) belief that they are impossibly cheerful, unrealistic, and frivolous. We all love a screwball comedy meant purely for entertainment, but it takes …

SOURCE: newmusicaltheatre.com at 11:00AM

Photos: Photos: Ruthie Henshall joins the cast of Billy Elliot

Production images released of the West End stalwart in the role of Mrs Wilkinson

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:00AM

Snapshot: Charles Laughton becomes a stage gangster

From a British Pathé 1930 newsreel, Charles Laughton explains how he makes himself up to appear on stage in Edgar...

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 11:00AM

Photo Flash: Wicked Alum Katie Rose Clarke and Adam Halpin Open The Last Five Years Tonight at the Long Wharf Theatre

Jason Robert Brown's musical exploration of marriage comes to New Haven.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Theatre Communications Group selects Cleveland for 2015 national conference by Andrea Simakis

David Gilbert, president and CEO of Positively Cleveland, expects the three-day theater conference will bring nearly $1 million in revenue to the region.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 11:00AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Production News: Martin Clunes to star in ITV Arthur and George adaptation by Matthew Hemley

Martin Clunes will star in an ITV adaptation of Julian Barnes’ book Arthur and George. The actor, whose credits include Doc Martin, will play Arthur Conan Doyle in the three-part drama. It…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:59AM

Rebecca Romijn, Noah Wyle & Christian Kane Cheer on Jerry O’Connell & the Cast of American Hero by Lindsay Champion

The sandwich artists have arrived! Bess Wohl’s new play American Hero is serving up lettuce, cheese, mustard and a big helping of comedy at off-Broadway’s McGinn/Cazale Theatre, …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:58AM

Harvey Fierstein's Tony Nominated Casa Valentina Could Be Adapted for Film by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Discussions are under way to adapt the recently extended Tony-nominated play Casa Valentina for film. According to Deadline, it has not yet been decided whether the movie would be big s…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:51AM

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Taye Diggs, Stafford Arima & More for THE ME NOBODY KNOWS by BroadwayWorld

Producer Bellanca Smigel Rutter announced today that a working, industry reading of The Me Nobody Knows will take place in New York City on May 14 and 15, 2014 in anticipation of a commercia…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:51AM

You Can See Poe’s Madness for Yourself by Samantha Lazar

The innovative design of Red-Eye to Havre de Grace — The man in the park ranger’s uniform delivers something of an anti-curtain speech: “There is no nudity, strobe lights, …

SOURCE: TDF at 10:49AM

Photo Coverage: AFTER MIDNIGHT Welcomes Back Fantasia! by Jennifer Broski

Just last night, the cast and creative team of the Tony Award-nominated smash hit Broadway musical After Midnight, welcomed back Grammy Award-winner Fantasia Barrino as Special Guest Star.' …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

PHOTO CALL: Brenda Braxton and Brent Barrett Celebrate Bianca Marroquin's Solo CD Release by Matthew Blank

Award-winning Latina stage and screen actress Bianca Marroquin, a frequent presence in the Broadway production of Chicago, released her first-ever full-length solo album "El Mundo Era M…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:40AM

Boogie Stomp! by Danielle Magee

The story is told by two of the best performers of American piano music in the world, who not only inform but keep the audience smiling and moving with virtuoso performances from beginning t…

SOURCE: flavorpill.com at 10:39AM

Beyond the barihunk: Douglas Williams returns in Acis and Galatea by Thomas Garvey

Douglas Williams as Polyphemus in Acis and Galatea. Photo: Ken FriedmanMark Morris' new production of Acis and Galatea opens this weekend a the Schubert, co-sponsored by Celebrity Series and…

SOURCE: The Hub Review at 10:39AM

News: Felixstowe Spa Pavilion gets lifeline in reopening bid by Georgia Snow

The Felixstowe Spa Pavilion, which has been closed since January 2013, could be given a new lease of life after its local council revealed it had selected a preferred bidder to revive the ve…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:36AM

Sarah Jessica Parker, Donald Sutherland, Shirley MacLaine and Jessica Lange Will Star in Kenneth Lonergan's "Wild Oats" by Carey Purcell

Kenneth Lonergan's new comedy "Wild Oats" will feature a starry ensemble, Showbiz411.com reports.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

Sondheim, Lloyd Webber to Team on Next James Bond Theme Song? by Movies News Desk

Michael Riedel reports that music legends Stephen Sondheim and Andrew Lloyd Webber would 'like to take a stab' at writing a song together

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:33AM

The Last Days of Troy review modern flourishes and striking visuals by Michael Billington

Royal Exchange, ManchesterSimon Armitage's modern mastery of Homer is impressive even if Lily Cole's Helen is not but this production lacks a personal touch You have to admire the skill and…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:32AM

Benjamin Walker and Teresa Palmer Will Star in Psychological Thriller Film "2:22" by Michael Gioia

Stage and screen actor Benjamin Walker, who was last seen on Broadway in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, will star in the psychological thriller "2:22," according to Deadline.com.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:31AM

Waiting for Godot review waiting for grown-ups to take control by Lyn Gardner

Arcola theatre, LondonComedy duo Totally Tom play an unusually young pair of tramps which may bring new audiences to Beckett's play, but doesn't entirely convinceThere is nothing new about …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:30AM

Opera Review: Don Quichotte is a compact classic by Arthur Kaptainis

Don Quixote the literary classic runs over 900 pages. Don Quichotte the opera gets you out of the Four Seasons Centre in less than two and a half hours. There is some abridgement

SOURCE: National Post (Canada) at 10:25AM

PHOTO CALL: Katie Rose Clarke and Adam Halpin Co-Star in Long Wharf's The Last Five Years by Krissie Fullerton

The Long Wharf Theatre's production of Jason Robert Brown's acclaimed Off-Broadway musical The Last Five Years officially opens May 14, following previews that began May 7.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:25AM

Bright Lights, Big City in Concert Will Feature Alice Ripley, Colin Donnell, Matt Doyle, Renee Elise Goldsberry and More by Andrew Gans

A concert version of Bright Lights, Big City — the musical based on the Jay McInerney novel of the same name — will be presented at 54 Below June 16 at 7 PM and 9:30 PM.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:16AM

CHER's 'Dressed to Kill' Tour Adds 14 New Dates This Fall by BroadwayWorld

Cher who is currently on her 49-city D2K Tour will be adding 14 additional performances beginning mid- September including two shows at NYC's Madison Square Garden on September 19th and 20th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:12AM

PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: Backstage at Signature's Threepenny Opera With Mackie's Gang Members "Matt of the Mint, "Chainsaw Bob" and "Weepy Wally" by Matthew Blank

Mitchell Jarvis and Natascia Diaz star in the Signature Theatre production of Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill's Threepenny Opera, which began performances April 22 in Arlington, VA. Member…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:11AM

Kenneth Branagh Talks About How Immersive Macbeth Came to Be

Five-time Academy Award nominee Kenneth Branagh will direct and star in an immersive version of William Shakespeare's Macbeth, to be staged in New York City's Park Avenue Armory. The 55,000 …

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM

JACOB/Provision Theater Company by Raymond Rehayem

Just a few blocks from I Sachs Sons shoe repair on Roosevelt, Provision Theater Company coincidentally presents a contemporized take on the biblical tale of Isaac’s son Jacob and his strug…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 10:00AM

Casting Set for Bolshoi Performances at Lincoln Center Festival by Allan Kozinn

The Bolshoi Opera and Ballet filled in the details of performances scheduled for this summer.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:00AM

Review: Tonight at 8.30 (Tour - Nuffield Theatre, Southampton)

Tonight at 8.30 is a feast of pure entertainment, and a celebration of three of Coward's rarely seen short plays.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:00AM

Review: Let it Be (Tour - Mayflower Theatre, Southampton)

Fans will enjoy Let it Be but we'll have to wait a bit longer for a proper musical about The Beatles say David Jobson.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:00AM

Review: Tonight at 8.30 (Nuffield Theatre, Southampton)

Tonight at 8.30 is a feast of pure entertainment, and a celebration of three of Coward's rarely seen short plays

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:00AM

Review: The Pajama Game (Shaftesbury Theatre)

Richard Eyre's production still charms as it transfers to the West End

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:00AM

Almanac: Simon Callow on what actors do

"It is interesting to note that frequently actors most successfully project the thing they least are but would most like...

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 10:00AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Andrew Lloyd Webber Awarded Honorary Doctorate By Royal College of Music by Andrew Gans

Tony Award-winning composer Andrew Lloyd Webber was presented with an Honorary Doctorate by the Royal College of Music May 14.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM

Report From New York: Mothers And Sons Charts Changes In How We View The AIDS Crisis by Bill Hirschman

Terrence McNally’s drama Mothers and Sons examines the chasm that AIDS opened when troubled families were forced to face the sexuality of a loved one. But the play also shines a spotlight …

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 09:58AM

Tony Nominee Marin Ireland Joins Season Four of "Girls" by Carey Purcell

Tony nominee Marin Ireland has signed onto the fourth season of the hit HBO comedy "Girls," according to Deadline.com.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:58AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 by Susan Grace

  Today’s Highlights: * Kinky Boots resumes performances, now that the upfront presentations are complete, at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre. * The Tempest, adapted &…

SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:55AM

Film Adaptation of Harvey Fierstein's Casa Valentina May Be in the Works by Carey Purcell

A film adaptation of Harvey Fierstein's Tony-nominated play Casa Valentina is under discussion, Deadline.com reports.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:55AM

Kristin Chenoweth and Peter Gallagher Coming to Broadway by NewYork.com

View the Full Article on NewYork.com

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 09:54AM

Jonathan Groff on Starring in Broadway's FROZEN 'I'm Not as Hot as My Character' by Movies News Desk

Jonathan Groff, who voice rugged mountain man 'Kristoff' in the film, has already confirmed he would not be part of the project.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM

Jill Abramovitz, Karen Mason, Julia Murney and Christine Pedi Will Sing Work of Zina Goldrich and Marcy Heisler in June Concert by Andrew Gans

A host of Broadway favorites will join award-winning songwriters Zina Goldrich and Marcy Heisler (“Taylor the Latte Boy," “Alto’s Lament," Ever After) when they b…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:40AM

Fuse Poetry Review: Translations of Two Wild Russian Poets, Their Flair Restored by Jim Kates

New translations of Soviet-era poets Vladimir Mayakovsky and Vladislav Khodasevich ask us to restore them to their rightful places in Russian and international literature .

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:39AM

European theatre is still foreign to us by Andrew Haydon

Several current stage hits suggest British theatre is looking outwards. Andrew Haydon is delighted, but thinks there is a way to go when translating and staging texts from abroadBack in 2008…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:38AM

DanceCleveland releases details of 2014-15 season featuring Pilobolus and Wendy Whelan (gallery) by Zachary Lewis

Featured on the 2014-15 season of DanceCleveland will be Pilobolus, the Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company, Pilobolus, Compagnie Kafig, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet, and the "Restless Creature…

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 09:37AM

Budget 2014: What a Difference a Day Makes by AussieTheatre

Students, television, theatre – what does the Australian Federal Budget mean for the entertainment industry as a whole? If you’re an arts student, you woke up this morning in a w…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:27AM

Spotlight On...Matt Moses by Michael Block

Name: Matt MosesHometown: Bay Ridge and Marine Park Brooklyn, NYEducation: Yale School of DramaFavorite Credits: Pamela Precious, Daniella Uses Dirty Words, The Bedtrick.Why theater?: Livene…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 09:27AM

TUTS The Little Mermaid Will Feature Jessica Grové, Eric Kunze, Liz McCartney, Alan Mingo, Jr., Steve Blanchard by Andrew Gans

Houston's Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has announced complete cast and creative team for Disney’s The Little Mermaid, which will run June 13-29 in Hobby Center’s Sarofim Ha…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:26AM

VIDEO: Dolly Parton Performs New Song 'Home' on FALLON by TV News Desk

On last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, music guest Dolly Parton performed 'Home' from her brand new album 'Blue Smoke' for studio audience.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:24AM

News: Lloyd Webber rules out redeveloping Stephen Ward by Georgia Snow

Andrew Lloyd Webber has ruled out reworking his musical Stephen Ward, following a disappointing run in the West End earlier this year. Speaking at the Royal College of Music where he was rec…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:24AM

VIDEO: Taylor Kitsch Talks HBO's NORMAL HEART on Fallon by TV News Desk

On last night's TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON, Jimmy and guest Taylor Kitsch discussed Taylor's past bad hair days and his upcoming HBO movie, The Normal Heart.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:16AM

BWW Blog: 'Evolution of the Revolution' - Fan Art by Guest Blogger: Les Miz

We're very excited to kick off our content series launch for the hit new revival of LES MISERABLES, revealing exclusive content from LES MISERABLES - EVOLUTION OF THE REVOLUTION. The new web…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:15AM

VIDEO: Watch West End's MISS SAIGON Choreograph Fight Scenes by Stage Tube

Below, join Kevin McCurdy - fight choreographer for Miss Saigon, as he puts the cast through their paces during rehearsals T

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:08AM

WAKE UP with BWW 5/14/14 - HONOR BOUND, Elaine Paige, ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS and More! by Jessica Showers

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it Today's big news HONOR BOUND opens off-Broadway, Elaine…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:00AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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‘On the Wheels of a Dream’: Jacob Stuart (Tateh), Katie Tyler (Evelyn Nesbit), and Lauren Blake Williams (Emma Goldman) at Arts Collective @HCC’ by Amanda Gunther

In Latvia, a man dreamed of a new life for his little girl. At Union Square a rebel with a cause for justice spoke up. And in 1906 the crime of the century was wrapped around a girl on a swi…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:50AM

BWW Interviews: MARLO THOMAS Chats New Book 'It Ain't Over..Till It's Over' by Caryn Robbins

Marlo Thomas spoke to BWW and other members of the press about her newly released book 'It Ain't Over...Till It's Over Reinventing Your Life--and Realizing Your Dreams--Anytime, at Any Age'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:48AM

Obituaries: Obituary: Joe Goodman by Richard Anthony Baker

Almost until the very end, the quickfire comedian Joe Goodman had his audiences roaring with laughter. One of his last jobs was to stand in for Freddy “Parrot Face” Davies at the British…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:47AM

MARX MOVIE MADNESS MONTH #14: Room Service by Trav S.D.

In celebration of Marxfest, every day this month we will be paying tribute to a different Marx Brothers film. While there are only 13 extant cinematic features including the entire team, we…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:43AM

Obituaries: Obituary: Chris Harris by Richard Anthony Baker

A man of many theatrical talents, Chris Harris is best remembered by West Country audiences as a pantomime dame. During the 1990s, he wrote, directed and starred in pantos for the Bristol Ol…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:42AM

Feature: Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre – “Shakespeare’s had a good innings” by Katie Smith

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, seating around 1,200 people and entirely outdoors, is about to open its new season. Since 1932, the theatre has become a staple of the summer theatre scene,…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 08:34AM

Black Theatre Troupe "Purlie" by Gil Benbrook

While the show is very dated and the musical is a fairly simple send up of the racial types of characters of the period, the score does include a couple of moving gospel inspired numbers and…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 08:32AM

Tabard: Who you gonna call? Jessops by Tabard

Professional ghost-catchers were offered an unrivalled opportunity this week, with the advertised vacancy for a night watchman at London’s Arts Theatre. And why might this service be neede…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:30AM

Feature: Yellow Face – a special relationship by Conori Bell-Bhuiyan

What happens when a Brit (Lucy Fenton) and an American (Kevin Shen) with a passion for theatre and acting come together, decide to make theatre, and star in it? Well, apparently it becomes t…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 08:25AM

Will Gaines obituary by John Fordham

Quicksilver tap dancer who could find melody and rhythm in everything from Bach to bebopWhether he was clicking his quicksilver heels to slinky jazz swing or twitchy improv, the hoofer Will …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:23AM

Pallas Theatre Collective’s ‘She Stoops to Conquer’ Opens Tomorrow at Anacostia Arts Center by Guest Author

How Far Would You Go to Get the Life You Know You Deserve? Pallas Theatre Collective is delighted to present She Stoops to Conquer at the Anacostia Arts Center from May 15th though June 1, 2…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:18AM

Review: Vieux Carre/Raven Theatre by Lisa Buscani

RECOMMENDED Before writing his breakout hit, “The Glass Menagerie,” in 1944, Tennessee Williams also worked on another memory play, one that he wouldn’t finish until 1977. R…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 08:00AM

New Music Meets Early Music in Miller Theater Offerings by Allan Kozinn

The theater will offer overviews of the works of eight living composers, four of them women, representing an expansive array of contemporary styles.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:00AM

Review: Rites of War (Lowry, Salford)

Rites of War promises more than it delivers, says Helen Jones.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:00AM

BWW's On This Day - May 14, 2014

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on May 14 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:00AM

REVIEW: Heathers: The Musical by JK

Review of the Saturday, May 10 matinee performance at New World Stages, Stage 1, in New York City.  Starring Barrett Wilbert Weed, Ryan McCartan, Jessica Keenan Wynn, ElleMcLemore, Alic…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 08:00AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Shenton's View: The Pajama Game: A jammy night in jim-jams by Mark Shenton

Just yesterday I was writing here about differences of critical opinion, and how some shows divide us into starkly different views. I’d written how, in my view, “There’s nothin…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:44AM

Zoë Wanamaker: Je ne regrette rien about Piaf by Zoë Wanamaker

After joining the RSC in 1978, to play opposite Jane Lapotaire in Piaf, I learned to trust my instincts and be more fearless that, and the secrets of iambic pentameter from David SuchetAfte…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:36AM

The Last Days of Troy, Royal Exchange, Manchester by Chris Bartlett

Royal Exchange, Manchester: It is perhaps fitting that one of the greatest poems in literary history has been adapted by one of our best-loved living poets. And while it is a little verbose …

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:26AM

Time Out for Spring Fever…and Spring Reading by Broadway & Me

After my marathon of non-stop play going over the past few weeks, I’ve developed a serious case of spring fever. So I played hooky over the last couple of days: took long walks, took naps,…

SOURCE: Broadway & Me at 07:17AM

At the Art Institute of Chicago, a restored masterpiece gives new insights

A little varnish remover makes a huge difference to Caillebotte.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 07:05AM

Directing: Visualizing the Big Idea by Lindsay Price

Directing: Visualizing the Big Idea Teacher Christine Thornton works in a tiny rural school but that doesn’t stop her from having big ideas for her shows. How does she work with students t…

SOURCE: Theatrefolk at 07:00AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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News: Andrew Lloyd Webber honoured by Royal College of Music by Matthew Hemley

Andrew Lloyd Webber has been honoured for his contribution to “musical life” with an honorary doctorate from the Royal College of Music. The composer, whose credits include The Phantom o…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:30AM

News: Pop-up arts weekend launched to celebrate Joan Littlewood birthday by Nicola Merrifield

Joan Littlewood’s 100th birthday anniversary is to be marked by a nationwide event of free pop-up performances and activities from more than 80 organisations. Venues including Hackney Empi…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:13AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Waiting for Godot, Arcola Theatre, London by Honour Bayes

Arcola Theatre, London: Simon Dormandy brings a determinedly contemporary Waiting for Godot to the Arcola - baseball caps replace bowlers and a hot young double act has been drafted in. Read…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:56AM

The Pajama Game, Shaftesbury Theatre, London by Mark Shenton

Shaftesbury Theatre, London: When I saw this production at Chichester last summer, it seemed constrained by the Minerva's studio space. Now, what had felt a bit squashed is utterly libe…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:40AM

News: Equity employs minimum wage enforcer by Nicola Merrifield

Equity has upped its campaign against low pay and no pay work in the entertainment sector, creating a new role specifically charged with enforcing the national minimum wage in fringe shows a…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:15AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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The Last Days of Tree, Royal Exchange, Manchester by Philip Radcliffe

By picking his way through Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey, and Virgil’s Aeneid - written 600 years later - Simon Armitage has it all, including the horse and Helen, each of whom in their way …

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 04:06AM

Fringe Focus: Epic attention spans by Honour Bayes

‘How long is it?’. This is the first question friends ask when I invite them to see a show with me. It’s an important issue because the answer often effects whether they co…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:00AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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News: Leicester Curve ticket sales more than double by Nicola Merrifield

Leicester’s Curve has increased its annual ticket sales by nearly 130% since it opened in 2008, its review of 2012/13 has revealed. The venue sold more than 262,000 tickets in its last fin…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:30AM

Off-Broadway’s ‘Buyer & Cellar’ Starts National Tour in Chicago by Diamond Grant

The critically acclaimed award winning comedy, Buyer & Cellar, just opened at Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse on Saturday, May 10 for a limited engagement run through Sunday, June 14…

SOURCE: broadwaytour.net at 03:01AM

Megan Hilty Talks Favorite Showtune, SMASH, Pregnancy & More by Pat Cerasaro

SMASH star, Broadway headliner and small screen standout Megan Hilty participates in a rapid-fire QampA and talks pregnancy, SMASH, favorite showtunes and more as part of a fun new interview.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Off Broadway Alliance Nominees: Fun Home, Heathers, Terrence McNally, Philip Seymour Hoffman and More by Suzanna Bowling

Off Broadway Alliance Nominees: Fun Home, Heathers, Terrence McNally, Philip Seymour Hoffman and More: The Off Broadway Alliance an organization of Off Broadway producers, theatres, general …

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 02:45AM

Ticket Offer: £15 Tickets to Preview Performances of The Roof by Lucia Genziani

Be amongst the first to see London’s most exciting new outdoor show – The Roof. Gaming meets freerunning meets contemporary dance meets theatre… Fuel present Requardt & Ros…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 02:02AM

The Pajama Game, Shaftesbury Theatre by Edward Seckerson

On the Richter scale of catchiness Richard Adler and Jerry Ross’s songs for The Pajama Game are right up there. Quite who did what in their brief but shining songwriting partnership was ne…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 02:00AM

BRIAGADOON TV Edition Set For Special Screening & Q&A At The Paley Center, 5/17 by Pat Cerasaro

The rarely-seen 1956 TV adaptation of Golden Age classic BRIGADOON is set to be seen in a special screening later this week at the Paley Center.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:00AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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‘Things You Shouldn’t Say Past Midnight’ at The Keegan Theatre by Justin Schneider

If you feel like you need to watch a comedy from behind your hands, either something’s gone terribly wrong or something’s gone terribly right. In this case it’s definitely …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:57AM

Photo Flash: Meet the Performers of Pace's 2014 Edition of HATCHED, Set for Tonight at 54 Below by BroadwayWorld

After the tremendous success of Hatched Fresh Work. Freshmen 2013, Hatched New Work in New York 2012 and Rated RSO College Edition 2011, Ryan Scott Oliver and Pace University's Musical Theat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

OF MICE AND MEN's James Franco Talks PALO ALTO at Barnes & Noble Today by BroadwayWorld

OF MICE AND MEN star actor, director and screenwriter James Franco will visit Barnes amp Noble at Union Square, NYC today, May 14, 2014 from 1030 a.m. to 1130 a.m. to discuss PALO ALTO.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Robin De Jesus and More Join Lance Horne in LIVE FROM GRAMERCY PARK Tonight by BroadwayWorld

LIVE FROM GRAMERCY PARK at The Players with LANCE HORNE -- the new concert series dedicated to presenting the best music and theater stars along with dynamic rising talent -- will take place…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Julian Ovendn, Leigh Zimmerman and More Kick Off THE ELAINE PAIGE SHOW Tonight by TV News Desk

Elaine Paige's new six-part series, 'The Elaine Paige Show', for Sky Arts 1 HD launches tonight, May 14th, and the show has announced its schedule. Scroll down for details

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

BWW CD REVIEW: The Original Broadway Cast Recording of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL is Toe-Tapping Good and Pays Stellar Tribute to an Icon by Brittany Goldfield Rodrigues

THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST RECORDING is an ode to many icons, but with well deserved special attention to Carole King. Each and every track was expertly chosen, and brill…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:06AM

Good, bad & recommended: Irma La Douce, An Octoroon, Heathers, NY Neo-Futurists by Lindsay Barenz

The latest in New York City theater with Lindsay and David, we chat about audience outrage at Irma La Douce at Encores! at City Center, the brilliance of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ An …

SOURCE: Maxamoo at 01:00AM

Birmingham: bad joke or cultural capital? by Rupert Christiansen

Interactive: Contrary to belief, Birmingham's arts scene is thriving arts scene

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 01:00AM

30 Days Of The 2014 Tony Awards: Day #26 - PASSION by Pat Cerasaro

Today we continue the 2014 edition of our annual BroadwayWorld feature series spotlighting the very best Tony Awards-related moments of all time with a special spotlight on a challenging and…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00AM

MOTHERS AND SONS' Tyne Daly Appears on THE TALK Today by TV News Desk

CBS's THE TALK, recently nominated for five Daytime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Talk Show-Entertainment and Outstanding Talk Show Host, returns to New York City for the second time th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00AM

'Million Dollar Arm' Star Lake Bell on Kissing On-Camera by Young Hollywood

'Million Dollar Arm' Star Lake Bell on Kissing On-Camera The lovely and talented Lake Bell pays a visit to the YH Studio for a chat about her role in Disney's baseball flick 'Million Dollar …

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Commentary: The 8 Most Surprising Non-Tony Winners

Thought Julie Andrews had a bunch of Tonys? Think again.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

'The Wizard of Oz' lives up to iconic movie

Few things in pop culture are as universally iconic as “The Wizard of Oz.” Even if you belong to the .001% of the population who has never seen the movie, phrases like “Follow the yell…

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 01:00AM
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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HOLDING THE MAN: 80% – SWEET by Lemonmeter

SWEET There were a number of Australians in the audience opening night and they were obviously, warmly familiar with Holding the Man as evidenced by their hearty laughter and proud ovations.…

SOURCE: Bitter Lemons at 12:44AM

In a Word... Choreographer Hari Krishnan on Skin/Quicksand by The Charlebois Post

The Blessing of Sexualityby Gaëtan L. CharleboisHari Krishnan is an internationally respected dancer, choreographer, teacher and dance scholar. He is an award winning dance-maker who combin…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 12:01AM

Video of The Week, May 14, 2014 by The Charlebois Post

Ignore the performance details of this vid - the piece at its core, Quicksand, is coming back for a second viewing in Toronto this week paired with a second piece: Skin. It is dance. It is m…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 12:01AM

Conflicts of Interest by Baynard Woods

Evan Moritz of Annex Theater recalls a conversation with Ryan Haase of Stillpointe Theatre. “Ryan Haase came up to me one night and he was like, ‘Wouldn’t it be awesome if the old vaud…

SOURCE: citypaper.com at 12:00AM

The Russians Aren’t Coming by John Barry

Things in Russia have changed so much during the five years Yury Urnov has spent in Baltimore that he jokes it feels more like 350 years. When he first arrived in 2009, he worked with the Ce…

SOURCE: citypaper.com at 12:00AM

National Identity by Bret McCabe

Atlanta-based photographer Shelia Pree Bright remembers what it felt like when people let her know she was in some way different from them. A self-described Army brat, in the 1970s her fathe…

SOURCE: citypaper.com at 12:00AM

Hottest Articles on BWW from Tuesday, May. 13

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from Tuesday, May 13, 2014.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:00AM

Albert J. Repicci’s Honor Bound, Starring Anthony Laciuera, Opens Off-Broadway by Ryan McPhee

The New York premiere of Albert J. Repicci’s drama Honor Bound celebrates its official opening night on May 14 at St. Luke’s Theatre. The play stars Boardwalk Empire’s Anth…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:00AM

Lola's Back: Broadway's Kinky Boots Returns from Vacation May 14 by Adam Hetrick

The Tony Award-winning musical Kinky Boots resumes Broadway performances May 14 after television network Univision utilized the Al Hirschfeld Theatre for upfront presentations May 8-13.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Book of Mormon and Jasper in Deadland Actor Matt Doyle Shares His Soul Music Playlist by Michael Gioia

Matt Doyle, who was last seen on Broadway in The Book of Mormon and recently starred in the title role of Off-Broadway's Jasper in Deadland, will make his solo 54 Below debut May 22. In …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Robin De Jesus, Alexandra Silber and More Are "Live from Gramercy Park" May 14 by Michael Gioia

The "Live from Gramercy Park" concert series, dedicated to presenting the best music and theatre stars alongside rising talent, continues May 14 at The Players.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Katie Rose Clarke and Adam Halpin Co-Star in Long Wharf's The Last Five Years, Opening May 14 by Michael Gioia

The Long Wharf Theatre's production of Jason Robert Brown's acclaimed Off-Broadway musical The Last Five Years officially opens May 14, following previews that began May 7.…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Industry Readings of The Me Nobody Knows, Helmed by Stafford Arima and Taye Diggs, Held May 14-15 by Michael Gioia

Producer Bellanca Smigel Rutter (The Bridges of Madison County, Macbeth) present industry readings of The Me Nobody Knows, helmed by Stafford Arima, Bryan Perri and Taye Diggs, May 14-15 in …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

New Drama Honor Bound Opens at St. Luke's Theatre May 14 by Carey Purcell

Albert J. Repicci's dramatic play Honor Bound officially opens at St. Luke's Theatre May 14 following previews that began April 18. 

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Tempest, Featuring Magic by Teller and Music by Tom Waits and Kathleen Brennan, Opens at A.R.T. May 14 by Andrew Gans

Following a limited engagement at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas, The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University's last production of its 2013-14 se…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

THEIR FAVORITE THINGS: Buyer & Cellar Star Christopher J. Hanke Shares His Theatregoing Experiences by Andrew Gans

Playbill.com's feature series Their Favorite Things asks members of the theatre community to share the Broadway performances that most affected them as part of the audience. …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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