Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Mike Daisey’s Dreaming of Rob Ford: review by Richard Ouzounian

Mike Daisey’s new monologue is a two-hour long performance piece that’s sometimes riotous, sometimes rambling, but ultimately always riveting.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 11:57PM

'The Normal Heart' is flawed, but beats with passion

The film version of Larry Kramer's searing play is imperfect, but still worth your time.

SOURCE: USA Today at 11:53PM

BEING A PILGRIM by Kim

On Monday May 19th on the eighth floor in studio four of Manhattan Theatre Club, a beautiful and tremendously talented group of actors assembled to bring Rohina Malik’s play The Mecca …

SOURCE: www.kimweild.com at 11:49PM

Stallone, Karl share feelings on playing Rocky

NEW YORK (AP) - It was a tale of two Rockys when Sylvester Stallone and Andy Karl shared the onstage boxing ring at the Winter Theater hours before a recent show.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 11:46PM

Soulpepper and CanStage top Toronto Theatre Critics’ Awards by Richard Ouzounian

A special citation also went to VideoCabaret in acknowledgement of their outstanding body of work.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 11:45PM

Getting to know you: Elle Evangelista from The King and I by Erin James

Opera Australia and John Frost’s production of The King and I opened in Brisbane last month, marking the professional music theatre debut of many up-and-coming performers. AussieTheatre…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 11:40PM

‘A Quick 5′ with Randy Johnson by Elliot Lanes

Randy Johnson’s work is being represented for the second time this season at Arena Stage where he is currently the director of Smokey Joe’s Café — The Songs of Lieber and Sto…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 11:35PM

Celebrating the Incomparable Margaret Whiting by Sandi Durell

  Margaret Whiting was one of America’s favorite and most venerated singers for more than sixty years. She delivered stellar performances on record, radio, television, and the mus…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 11:20PM

AMERICAN IDOL Recap: IDOL Delivers Fantastic Finale and Crowns a Worthy Champion by Matt Tamanini

A journey that started nearly a year ago officially ended tonight. From tens of thousands auditioning last summer to one being named the 13th American Idol. For my money, Caleb Johnson and J…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:05PM

Stars in the Alley Celebrates Broadway by Sandi Durell

    On Wed. May 21st a Free outdoor concert in the heart of the Theatre District celebrated Broadway with star appearances from this year’s Tony nominees and exciting performan…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 11:04PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Conversation – Killer Musical “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder” by Sandi Durell

  A Killer New Musical: A Conversation with the Team Behind A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder     NY Theater News by Peter Haas   It was late at night.... The po…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:31PM

Anywhere Theatre Festival: I Like Chicken by Bobbi-Lea Dionysius

Amy Clarke’s debut production I Like Chicken is a light-hearted look at online dating, exposing the painful truth and sneaky white lies people choose to project themselves in the digital …

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 10:28PM

50 Shades of F****d Up by Sandi Durell

        NY Theater Review By Joel Benjamin   Being one of the twelve people who has not read E.L. James’ Fifty Shades of Grey, I wondered if... The post 50 Shades …

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:08PM

SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS (LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE): 85% – SWEET by Lemonmeter

SWEET By embracing rather than avoiding the conventional contours of Richard Alfieri’s international hit two-hander about an imposing Florida retiree and a salty-tongued dance instruct…

SOURCE: Bitter Lemons at 10:05PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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News: ImageNATIVE Script Development Lab recipients announced (press release) by The Charlebois Post

imagineNATIVE Script Development Lab Recipients AnnouncementIndigenous-Focused Screenwriting Lab Brings High-Profile Creative Mentors And Artists Together In Northern Ontario IntensiveT…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 09:58PM

Wicked Lottery returns, Melbourne by Erin James

WICKED have announced the return of the ‘Lottery’ system which will see a limited number of $35 seats available for every performance!  Thrillifying news, Ozians! Wicked is now…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:56PM

Review Roundup: MISS SAIGON Opens in the West End by Review Roundups

Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg's MISS SAIGON makes its highly anticipated return to London tonight, May 21, 2014 at the Prince Edward Theatre, in the musical's 25th anniversary ye…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:12PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Act One **1/2 by Barry

                                       By: David ShewardThe bulk of James Lapine's stage version of Act One, Moss Hart's beloved memoir of his early lif…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 08:52PM

Lydia Gaston, Katie Clark, Peter S. Adams and More to Star in Reagle Music Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC, Running 6/12-22 by BroadwayWorld

Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston will present South Pacific from June 12-22 at the Robinson Theatre 617 Lexington St. Waltham, MA, 02452. South Pacific will open Reagle's 46th Annual S…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:48PM

STAGE TUBE: ALADDIN Unveils A Whole New TV Spot! by Stage Tube

Disney's Aladdin, the new musical comedy based on the Academy Award-winning animated film, opened to critical acclaim on March 20th, 2014 at Broadway's New Amsterdam Theatre and has received…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:16PM

It's About Acting, Not the Paycheck

Actor Jerry O'Connell stars in a Second Stage Uptown production that opens on Thursday. His role in the off-Broadway play doesn't pay a lot 'but it's much more gratifying,' the former child …

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal Subscription at 08:09PM

BWW Interviews: Mark Gessner Talks SUBMISSIONS ONLY, THE RESIDUALS, Laying Down Tracks w/ 50 Cent by Matt Tamanini

If you are a BroadwayWorld regular, you will recognize Mark Gessner as Eric Mousse, the quite, crossword playing cast member of JEREMY'S FORT on SUBMISSIONS ONLY. Also, if you have watched T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:05PM

Photo Flash: First Look at The Old Globe's VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE by BroadwayWorld

The Old Globe presents Christopher Durang's Tony Award-winning farce Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, which will include Candy Buckley as Masha, Marcia DeBonis as Sonia, Tyler Lansing We…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:02PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Miss Saigon review - an old tale put across with exemplary vigour by Michael Billington

Prince Edward theatre, LondonThe opposing forces of communism and capitalism carry strange visual echoes in this production by Laurence ConnorSo how does Boublil and Schönberg's musical…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:44PM

Photo Flash: New York Giants' Star Players Visit iLUMINATE by BroadwayWorld

Jerrel Jernigan and Jacquian Williams from the New York Giants attended the Off-Broadway smash hit iLUMINATE at New World Stages on May 16th. Jernigan (wide receiver) and Williams (linebacke…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:40PM

Review: The Very Hungry Caterpillar (Chicago Children’s Theatre & Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia) by Scotty Zacher

The Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia performs this show adapted from the books of Eric Carle with gorgeous puppets colored exactly like the books that keep the kids enthralled throughout. Def…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 07:36PM

Carol Burnett and Carrie Hamilton's HOLLYWOOD ARMS Gets Tribute Reading at CTG, 6/22; Jason Alexander to Direct by BroadwayWorld

In honor of the legendary actress, comedian, singer and writer Carol Burnett, Center Theatre Group is hosting a special tribute to the star's late daughter Carrie Hamilton with a one-night-o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:34PM

'Zealot' Author Reza Aslan to Host Book Series at West Hollywood Nightclub by Degen Pener, Ilana Lifshitz

The Jesus biographer, who became a Fox News lightning rod during an appearance on the network last year, will welcome B.J. Novak as his first guest.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 07:29PM

A bristling three-way tussle over ambivalent sexual identity by Peter Marks

You feel at certain knuckle-gnawing moments of “Cock,” Mike Bartlett’s sizzling seriocomedy of straight-gay indecision, that something is about to explode — that something being the …

SOURCE: Washington Post at 07:20PM

BWW TV: Norm Lewis, Sierra Boggess and Jeremy Hays Sing from PHANTOM at STARS IN THE ALLEY by BroadwayWorld TV

STARS IN THE ALLEY, presented by United Airlines and hosted by Norm Lewis, brought the best of Broadway to Shubert Alley this morning, featuring numbers from nearly 25 shows, which were acco…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:17PM

Grant Panels Talk About The Best Ideas by Joe Patti

A couple weeks ago the Ohio State Arts Council streamed the deliberations of one of their grant panels. We had submitted an application for a new project so I decided to listen in. The revie…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 07:07PM

Miss Saigon, Prince Edward Theatre, review: 'superbly slick' by Charles Spencer

This revivial of 'Miss Saigon' is powerfully acted and splendidly sung, says Charles Spencer, but also easier to admire than to love

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 07:01PM

Review: Blithe Spirit (Theatre Royal)

Damian Cruden's adaptation of Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit ghosts in to York.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:00PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Can arts-district designation save Capitol Hill?

A forum held May 20 explored the idea of the Capitol Hilll neighborhood getting an arts-district status from the city of Seattle. Top-of-mind for many attendees, though, was rising rent.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 06:55PM

Collaboraction’s Sketchbook fosters creativity

Collaboraction’s “Sketchbook: 2049” features 17 world premiere pieces ranging in length from under a minute to 20 minutes.

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 06:54PM

VIDEO: Neil Patrick Harris Talks 'HEDWIG' on Today's 'The View' by TV News Desk

Neil Patrick Harris stopped by today's THE VIEW on ABC to talk about his return to Broadway in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH. Check out the appearance below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:48PM

Using dancers’ discipline as leaping off point for academics by Newshourvideo

Watch Video | Listen to the AudioThis story and PBS NewsHour education coverage is part of American Graduate: Let’s Make it Happen, a public media initiative funded by the Corporation fo…

SOURCE: PBS at 06:45PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Watch Highlights from Murderous Musical Mondays with Salzman & Cunningham by BroadwayWorld TV

The cast and creative team of the hit Off-Broadway musical Murder for Two are teaming up with some of New York's brightest up and coming composers and BroadwayWorld.com every Monday night fo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:44PM

Off-Broadway Theater Review: FORBIDDEN BROADWAY COMES OUT SWINGING! (Davenport) by Cris Franco

A SHOW THAT DESERVES AN EXCLAMATION POINT! Broadway’s recent bumper crop of musicals has provided spoof-meister Gerard Alessandrini a mother load to mine in the latest installment of his w…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 06:43PM

STAGE TUBE: WICKED's Jemma Rix Performs 'Defying Gravity' on SUNRISE by Stage Tube

The 10th Anniversary Australian tour of the international musical theatre blockbuster Wicked opened May 10 at Melbourne's Regent Theatre. WICKED stars Lucy Durack as Glinda and Jemma Rix as …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:42PM

BWW Reviews: iLUMINATE the Artist Within by Jennifer Fried

Overall, the 55 minute show took me back to my childhood. I felt as if I were somewhere in between a trip to Disney World and an afternoon of cartoons

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:39PM

St. Louis Art Museum offers 5th annual Outdoor Film Series

On four nights from July 11 to August 1, Art Hill turns into an outdoor cinema.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 06:39PM

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of Paper Mill Playhouse's GREASE! by Jennifer Broski

Paper Mill Playhouse concludes its 75th Anniversary Season with America's favorite musical, GREASE. With book, music and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey, Grease will be directed by Dan…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:32PM

See Photos of the Broadway Stars at the Annual Stars in the Alley by NewYork.com

View the Full Article on NewYork.com

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 06:26PM

Photo Flash: MISS SAIGON's Opening Night Curtain Call at the Prince Edward Theatre by BroadwayWorld

MISS SAIGON made its highly anticipated return to London tonight, May 21, 2014 at the Prince Edward Theatre, in the musical's 25th anniversary year. The show just tweeted a photo from the pr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:23PM

Opera Theatre announces 2015 season

Four diverse operas will compose OTSL's 40th season.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 06:22PM

Sardi’s Surprises Of Mice and Men’s Jim Norton, James Franco, Chris O’Dowd & Leighton Meester with Portraits by Lindsay Champion

James Franco, Leighton Meester and Chris O’Dowd may be making their Broadway debuts in Of Mice and Men, but now they’ll be a part of theater history! Sardi’s surprised the …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:18PM

Twitter Watch: Susan Lucci, Jason Alexander, Regis and Joy Philbin Backstage with Bryan Cranston at ALL THE WAY by Bww Staff

On Twitter Watch, Susan Lucci wrote 'Backstage last night w IJasonAlexander, regis amp Joy after an AMAZING performance by BryanCranston AllTheWayBway'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:17PM

'The Book of Mormon' is at the door

A quick preview of the big musical's San Diego visit (with more to come).

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 06:17PM

Fun facts about PNB’s ‘Giselle’

Fun facts about Pacific Northwest Ballet’s upcoming production of “Giselle,” the famous 19th-century ballets-blanc.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 06:16PM

The Broadway.com Show: Kristin's Back! Oprah's Jazzy! Kinky vs. Hedwig?! by Broadway.com

This week's episode is jammed with so many super-talented Broadway folks. Catch up on what's new with Kristin Chenoweth, Glenn Close, Oprah Winfrey and see a long parade of hopped-up…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:15PM

Josh Radnor, TR Knight, Robert Morse, Leslie Bibb and More Join Powerhouse's 2014 Season by BroadwayWorld

New York Stage and Film and Vassar College, this summer celebrating the 30th year of their Powerhouse Theater collaboration, are thrilled to reveal the first round of casting for the upcomin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:09PM

A Cottage, Three Bears and a View

Broadway actress Sutton Foster buys a Greenwood Lake house an hour from Times Square; no-fuss furnishings, a sky-blue bedroom and, eventually, the 'shack' next door—complete with a basemen…

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal Subscription at 06:07PM

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes - BEAUTIFUL's Jessie Mueller Sings, Talks About 'Natural Woman' by Stage Tube

In conjunction with the album's physical release, the show's star, Jessie Mueller 'Carole King', McGrath Book and Steve Sidwell Orchestrations, discuss and sing one of the show's most iconic…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:05PM

Theatre News: Warwick Davis and Tam Ryan join Presley's Snow White in Manchester

Panto regulars Warwick Davis and Tam Ryan to star in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the Manchester Opera House.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM

Blogs: Notes from New York: Looking forward to the Tonys, Drama Desks, and Father's Day with Lear

Because New Yorkers have never met an award they didn't like

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM

Blogs: Everyman Theatre Refurbishment - a Triumph!

Glenn Meads visits the historic venue to see new work Hope Street and is as blown away by the venue, as he is the play.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM

Theater News: How I Met Your Mother's Josh Radnor and More to Join the Upcoming Powerhouse Theater Season

Additional casting includes Leslie Bibb, T.R. Knight, Randy Graff, and more.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theater News: Anita Gillette, Jason Graae, and Tom Wopat Set for Broadway Preludes' The Ambassador Revue

The American premiere of this lost Cole Porter musical will be presented as part of The Town Hall 2014 Summer Season.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Blogs: Everyman Theatre refurbishment is a triumph

Glenn Meads visits the historic venue to see new work Hope Place and is as blown away by the venue, as he is the play

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Barden Reunion! Broadway Faves Ben Platt & Skylar Astin Snap a Pic from the Set of Pitch Perfect 2 by Ryan McPhee

Roomies for life! The Book of Mormon star Ben Platt reunited with Pitch Perfect costar and Broadway alum Skylar Astin on the set of the film’s sequel, and shared on Twitter this hot sh…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:59PM

BEAUTIFUL Cast Recording Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Top Broadway Albums Chart; Hits No. 60 on Billboard 200 by BroadwayWorld

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Tony Award-nominated Best Musical Beautiful -- The Carole King Musical has debuted at 1 on the Billboard Top Broadway Albums Chart, it was announc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:57PM

‘Motown’ Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:50PM

Photos! Hang Out with Favorites From Phantom, Wicked, Newsies & More at 2014's Stars in the Alley by Broadway.com

Broadway stars flocked to Shubert Alley on May 21 for a free outdoor concert! Favorites from After Midnight, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Cabaret, Bullets Over Broadway, Hed…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:49PM

The Afternoon Report, Wednesday, May 21, 2014 by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Brought to you by Boneau/Bryan-Brown Wednesday, May 21, 2014 Today’s Tweets from BBB Follow us on Twitter – http://twitter.com/BBBway Listen to ONCE‘s David Patrick Kelly, Bran…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 05:46PM

STAGE TUBE: Daniel Radcliffe Chats THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN and More on CHARLIE ROSE by Stage Tube

The Michael Grandage Company production of THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN, by Martin McDonagh, starring Daniel Radcliffe and the critically acclaimed West End cast, directed by Tony Award-winner M…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42PM

McDormand, Roche bring ‘Early Shaker Spirituals’ to life by Elisabeth Vincentelli

If the Amish are famous for their beards and buggies, the Shakers are reputed for their elegant, minimalist furniture. But that second religious group — its formal name is the...

SOURCE: The New York Post at 05:41PM

Classics Help Broadway Rebound by Patrick Healy

Revivals of Beckett, Shakespeare and Pinter, as well as established shows from last season like “Kinky Boots,” helped lift Broadway’s box office this season.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:39PM

Broadway Plays Drop By #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:38PM

Aladdin Tony Nominee James Monroe Iglehart Shares His Red Carpet Secret Weapon by Broadway.com

Aladdin star James Monroe Iglehart reveals a surprising crush and his certifiable secret for nailing his part.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:38PM

‘Mamma Mia!’ Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:38PM

New York Public Library for the Performing Arts to Celebrate the O'Neill's 50 Years with Talkback Series, Summer 2014 by BroadwayWorld

The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center, in partnership with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, presents a series of conversation to coincide with the Library's public exhibition…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:37PM

Between Shows: Woody Allen’s THE MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

This week’s Between Shows is BULLETS OVER BROADWAY scribe Woody Allen’s new film, THE MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT. The film is a romantic comedy set in the South of France in the 1920…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 05:36PM

DCASE announces 2014-15 performance schedule by Johnny Oleksinski

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events announced its performance schedule through 2015 on Wednesday. The theaters and dance companies include Red Tape Theatre, TUTA Theatre, A…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 05:36PM

Listen to ONCE on WFUV Radio by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

David Patrick Kelly, Brandon McGibbon & Brandon Ellis, of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical ONCE, performed at WFUV Radio this past Sunday.  Click here to listen.

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 05:35PM

MOTHERS AND SONS to Continue Talkback Series with Huffington Post Gay Voices, 5/21 & 5/28 by BroadwayWorld

The new Broadway play Mothers and Sons from 4-time Tony Award winner Terrence McNally has announced today that it will continue to offer a series of post-show talkbacks in conjunction with t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:33PM

Theater Review: Kate Benson’s New Play at the Jam on Toast Festival by Neil Genzlinger

Kate Benson’s “A Beautiful Day in November on the Banks of the Greatest of the Great Lakes” is a spectacularly inventive take on the drama of a family holiday dinner.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:26PM

Bullets Over Broadway Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:26PM

Bryce Pinkham, Ramin Karimloo, Betsy Wolfe, Anthony Rapp and More Set for Celebrity Softball Games, 6/23 by BroadwayWorld

The New York Yankees and The Broadway Show League are partnering for the 4th Annual 'Bombers Boomer Broadway' Celebrity Softball Games for Charity at Yankee Stadium on June 23, 2014.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:25PM

Rock of Ages Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:22PM

ArtsBeat: ‘Curious Incident,’ ‘On The Town’ Steer Clear of Stars in Casting by Allan Kozinn and Scott Heller

Alexander Sharp, fresh out of Juilliard, will play the lead in the National Theater adaptation of Mark Haddon’s novel.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:22PM

Violet Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:19PM

Wicked Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:19PM

Josh Radnor, T.R. Knight, Randy Graff, Ryan Steele, Robert Morse Join Powerhouse Season of New Shows by Michael Gioia and Adam Hetrick

New York Stage and Film and Vassar College, which celebrates the 30th year of their Powerhouse Theater collaboration this summer, announced initial casting for its upcoming Powerhouse season…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:18PM

The Phantom of the Opera Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:17PM

Broadway Bound student-dancers perform ‘Fabulous Feet’ by Kathleen McCleery

The National Dance Institute of New Mexico helps students make big strides in and out of the classroom. The program makes the case that exposure to dance, music and other artistic expression…

SOURCE: PBS at 05:16PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- Tonys Choreographer Warren Carlyle Reveals What's in Store for the 2014 Ceremony by BroadwayWorld TV

Today we continue our Tonys coverage with Warren Carlyle, a double nominee for Best Choreography and Best Direction of a Musical for After Midnight, who chats about how it took four years to…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:15PM

Hedwig and the Angry Inch Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:14PM

‘Cinderella’ Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:11PM

‘The Lion King’ Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:07PM

Anita Gillette, Jason Graae, Tom Wopat & More Set for AMBASSADOR REVUE at The Town Hall, 6/27 by BroadwayWorld

The Town Hall 2014 Summer Season Broadway Preludes will launch on Friday, June 27 at 8PM with the American premiere of a lost Cole Porter treasure, The Ambassador Revue.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:01PM

Theater review: It’s ‘Rain’ and fire in B Street’s tight, two-man cop drama by Carla Meyer

With dialogue but no action, actors Kurt Johnson and David Pierini paint a vivid portrait of officers in crisis David Pierini, in the foreground, and Kurt Johnson portray police partne…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 05:00PM

Review: Boeing Boeing (Crucible Theatre)

Jonathan Humphreys' adaptation of Camoletti's classic French farce takes off in Sheffield.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:00PM

Review: Hal Linden Live in Concert

The Tony Award winner invites you to stay old-fashioned (in style) at his Café Carlyle debut.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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The Late 90s, showing how improv should be done by Nina Metz

THEATER REVIEWS: The Late 90s at iO ★★★½ and "The Doll's House Project: Ibsen Is Dead" ★★★ THEATER REVIEWS: The Late 90s at iO ★★★½ a…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:56PM

STAGE TUBE: BYU's A Capella Group Stages Showstopping One-Shot NEWSIES Medley by Stage Tube

Brigham Young University's a capella group Vocal Point pulled together 85 student performers and crew members to stage a showstopping, stripped down one-shot tribute to NEWSIES - and they un…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:52PM

A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 04:46PM

Arthur Gelb, Times Theatre Critic and O'Neill Authority, Dies at 90 by Robert Simonson

Arthur Gelb, a New York Times editor and writer who later added the title of Eugene O'Neill scholar to his resume, died May 20 at the age of 90.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:45PM

AUDIO: ONCE's David Patrick Kelly, Brandon McGibbon & Brandon Ellis Perform on WFUV Radio by BroadwayWorld

David Patrick Kelly, Brandon McGibbon amp Brandon Ellis, of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical ONCE, performed at WFUV Radio this past Sunday. Click here to listen.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:44PM

Groupon brings in a Broadway guy to boost live theater ticket - Chicago Business Journal by Lewis Lazare

Groupon said today it has hired Tony Award-winning producer Hugh Hysell to head up the national Broadway and live arts unit of its GrouponLive division.

SOURCE: www.bizjournals.com at 04:44PM

Cabaret Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 04:44PM

‘If/Then’ Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 04:41PM

Bebe Neuwirth, Valerie Harper, Hal Prince & More to Present at Astaire Awards, 6/2 by BroadwayWorld

The first set of presenters have been announced for the 32nd Annual Fred amp Adele Astaire Awards which will be held on Monday, June 2 at 730pm at NYU's Skirball Center for the Performing Ar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:39PM

Chicago Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 04:38PM

BWW TV: ON THE TOWN's Broadway-Bound Sailors Storm Shubert Alley, Offer Performance Preview by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW was on the scene to capture the excitement, including an appearance and brief performance preview from the sailors of the upcoming Broadway revival of ON THE TOWN, Tony Yazbeck, Jay Arms…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:33PM

Steppenwolf for Young Adults announces 2014-15 season by Johnny Oleksinski

Steppenwolf For Young Adults announced its 2014-15 season on Wednesday.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:33PM

Exclusive Photos! Go Behind the Scenes with the Glamorous ‘Atta Girls’ of Bullets Over Broadway by Broadway.com

Meet the “Stro Girls,” the crew of tall and talented ladies who play the dazzling “Atta Girls” in Bullets Over Broadway. But before they run wild in the new musical, …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:29PM

First Trailer For Cherry Jones 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 04:28PM

CHICAGO ACTORS LAUNCH EQUITY COLE THEATRE First production to be Mike Leigh’s Ecstasy, running August 25-September 28, 2014 by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 04:23PM

Alex Timbers on Broadway in Modern America and How it 'Feels Irrelevant' by BroadwayWorld

ROCKY's director Alex Timbers believes Broadway has a while to go before its adequately connecting to the modern American audience member.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:21PM

‘The Bridges of Madison County’ Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 04:21PM

First Look At Elaine Paige Performing PIPPIN On THE ELAINE PAIGE SHOW by Pat Cerasaro

Internationally celebrated performer and vocalist Elaine Paige headlines a new weekly theatre-themed talk show titled THE ELAINE PAIGE SHOW and a first look at the actress performing a PIPPI…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:19PM

THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN star Daniel Radcliffe interviewed on Charlie Rose by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Daniel Radcliffe, star of the Michael Grandage Company production of THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN, recently sat down for a feature interview on “Charlie Rose.” Click here to watch the interv…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 04:18PM

Valerie Harper, Hal Prince, Bebe Neuwirth Will Present Astaire Awards by Carey Purcell

The 32nd Annual Fred and Adele Astaire Awards, honoring excellence in dance and choreography on Broadway and in film, will be presented June 2 at 7:30 PM at the Skirball Center for the Perfo…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

Vassar College attracts stars for theater, dance by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- The world premiere of Richard Greenberg's new play "The Babylon Line" has drawn an impressive who's who to Vassar College this summer....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 04:14PM

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Cast Album Places Strong on Billboard Top 200 by Adam Hetrick

The original Broadway cast recording of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, which was released in stores May 13, placed #1 on the Billboard Top Broadway Albums Chart in its first w…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:10PM

Norm Lewis Sings From Phantom at the Wicked Kinky Cabaret That is Stars in the Alley

Norm Lewis served as the host for Stars in the Alley, a free concert held today in New York City's famous Shubert Alley. He also took the stage himself to sing from The Phantom of the Opera …

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:10PM

JERSEY BOYS Movie Soundtrack Now Available For Pre-Order, Out 6/17 by Pat Cerasaro

The soundtrack for the forthcoming big screen edition of Tony Award-winning jukebox musical JERSEY BOYS is now available to pre-order.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:05PM

Review: Without Trace (MPAACT) by Scotty Zacher

In Without Trace, Playwright Eric Lockley weaves a masterful hour of mystery and suspense, and Carla Stillwell directs the show with laser timing and a keen control of the emotionally laden …

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 04:04PM

Gloria Estefan Musical Gets Chicago Pre-Broadway Run Summer 2015 by Diamond Grant

It has been announced by Broadway in Chicago, The Nederlander Organization, and Estefan Enterprises, Inc., that a new musical based on the life of international superstar Glora Estefan and h…

SOURCE: broadwaytour.net at 04:04PM

Theatre News: Miss Saigon extends booking at Prince Edward to April 2015

As the revival prepares to open to press, the hit show has extended by four months

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:00PM

Polls: Poll: How do you decide what to see at the theatre?

Les Miserables or King Lear? We'd like to know how you decide on which shows to spend your money on

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:00PM

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With Taylor Louderman, Bobby Conte Thornton, and the Paper Mill Playhouse Cast of Grease

Daniel Goldstein directs the classic musical for the New Jersey theater.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Photo Flash: Sierra Boggess, Andy Karl, Kelli O'Hara, Joshua Henry, and More Celebrate Broadway at the Stars in the Alley Concert

Norm Lewis hosted the show, which was presented by The Broadway League and United Airlines.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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BWW TV: LaChanze & Jenn Colella Perform IF/THEN's 'Love While You Can' at STARS IN THE ALLEY by BroadwayWorld TV

STARS IN THE ALLEY, presented by United Airlines and hosted by Norm Lewis, brought the best of Broadway to Shubert Alley this morning, featuring numbers from nearly 25 shows, which were acco…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:54PM

Theatre Review: ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’ at Charm City Players by Danielle Angeline

Legally Blonde – The Musical was a dandy production by Charm City Players. It’s closing weekend had audience’s applauding the ensemble numbers such as “Omigod You Guys,” “What Yo…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 03:52PM

The Bolshoi Ballet’s ‘Giselle’ at The Kennedy Center by Carolyn Kelemen

The Bolshoi sweeps into The Kennedy Center with dreamy ‘Giselle’: Catching up with ballet’s romantic masterwork Any time you have David Hallberg on a ballet bill, you are guaranteed a…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:50PM

The Upright Citizen’s Brigade’s Own Carmen Angelica Performs Her Solo Show for Hollywood Fringe by Sheana Ochoa

I’m thrilled to inaugurate a Q&A series for the Hollywood Fringe Festival with writer-performer Carmen Angelica whose show “Who Am I and What the Hell Am I Doing?” sold out seats a…

SOURCE: Bitter Lemons at 03:41PM

Miss Saigon Then and Now: Watch Auditions and More from Original Star Lea Salonga and New Star Eva Noblezada by Michael Gioia

Miss Saigon, which premiered at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in 1989, returns to the West End's Prince Edward Theatre for its 25th anniversary in a new production, opening May 21. Here,…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:40PM

Behind The Scenes Look At HBO's THE NORMAL HEART by Pat Cerasaro

The first poster depicting Academy Award-winning actress Julia Roberts in the forthcoming HBO film adaptation of Larry Kramer's acclaimed Tony Award-winning play THE NORMAL HEART is now avai…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:39PM

The Gospel According to...Xan Russell by Michael Block

Name: Xan RussellHometown: North JerseyEducation: Brandeis University. Majored in psychology, minored in music, theater, and social policy.Who do you play in The Mysteries?: Opera Duet Angel…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 03:39PM

The Ruckus Kicks Off 6th Season with THE STRANGE by Jenny Magnus by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:38PM

‘Beautiful-The Carole King Musical’ Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 03:35PM

Hugh Dancy on Avoiding Typecasting, Picking Quirky Indies and 'Hannibal' (Exclusive Video) by Scott Feinberg

The 38-year-old Brit talks to THR about his life, career and acclaimed role as Will Graham on NBC's hit drama series, for which he is in contention for an Emmy nom.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:34PM

Broadway Ladies: Ms. May 2014: Linda Emond by JK

Ms. May 2014Linda EmondWHY SHE'S MS. BROADWAY:   She is a real "working actor," with a lengthy career on stage, on TV and on film.  Perhaps you caught her off-Broadway in iHO or Th…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 03:30PM

Pulitzer announces an expansion project, and a name change

New galleries are coming to what's now the Pulitzer Arts Foundation.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 03:28PM

Five Burning Questions with Of Mice and Men Star Jim Parrack

Of Mice and Men star Jim Parrack talks about working with James Franco, his girlfriend Leven Rambin and his favorite Jessica/Hoyt scene from True Blood.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:27PM

Listen to "You Don't Need to Love Me" from If/Then Cast Album by Carey Purcell

The original Broadway cast album of the new musical If/Then, starring Tony Award winner Idina Menzel, will be released by Masterworks Broadway June 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:24PM

New Dramatists to Honor Susan Stroman at 65th Annual Spring Luncheon Tomorrow by BroadwayWorld

NEW DRAMATISTS,Tony Honor recipient and the nation's premiere playwright development workshop, will honor five-time Tony Award winning directorchoreographer Susan Stroman with their 2014 Lif…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:23PM

Listen to Anthony Rapp Sing "You Don't Need to Love Me" from If/Then Cast Album by Carey Purcell

The original Broadway cast album of the new musical If/Then, starring Tony Award winner Idina Menzel, will be released by Masterworks Broadway June 3.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:23PM

VIDEO: Watch 3 New Clips from HBO's THE NORMAL HEART by TV News Desk

The HBO Films presentation THE NORMAL HEART will debut SUNDAY, MAY 25 at 900 p.m. ETPT on HBO. Check out new clips below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:20PM

ArtsBeat: ‘Titanic’ Musical’s Return to New York Is Delayed by Patrick Healy

The revival of the 1997 musical “Titanic” has been postponed because the producers could not secure a theater.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:19PM

Why You Didn’t Get Cast by Melissahillman

A few days ago, I had two conversations almost back-to-back. One was with an experienced and talented actor who believed they were getting the message that their career was over just becau…

SOURCE: bittergertrude.com at 03:17PM

MTC's WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AND UNAFRAID with Cherry Jones Begins Performances Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AND UNAFRAID, the new play by Sarah Treem 'House of Cards,' 'In Treatment', directed by Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon Who's Af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:14PM

‘After Midnight’ Performs at #StarsintheAlley (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

This afternoon Broadway took Shubert Alley by storm with “Stars in the Alley,” presented by UNITED. The concert was hosted by star of stage and screen, Norm Lewis, who took over …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 03:11PM

Hal Prince, Bebe Neuwirth & More Will Serve as 2014 Astaire Award Presenters by Ryan McPhee

Legendary director Hal Prince and Tony winner Bebe Neuwirth are among the names who will serve as presenters at the 32nd annual Fred & Adele Astaire Awards. The ceremony will take p…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:08PM

Community/Resistance: Reflections on discourse and community by Diana Damian Martin

(This post is part of the 2014 TCG National Conference: Crossing Borders {Art | People} blog salon, curated by Caridad Svich.) In  The New Way of the World: On Neoliberal Society, D…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 03:06PM

Roundabout Underground to Stage Jeff Augustin's LITTLE CHILDREN DREAM OF GOD in 2015 by BroadwayWorld

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the next Roundabout Underground production Little Children Dream of God, a new play by Jeff Augustin, directed by Giovanna Sardelli. The cast and cr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:01PM

Theater News: Love and Human Remains to Open at the Peter Jay Sharp Theater This Summer

Queer as Folk writer Brad Fraser brings his edgy drama to the New York stage.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater Guide: Roundabout Theatre Company to Present World Premiere of Little Children Dream of God

Playwright Jeff Augustin's new work will open Roundabout Underground's eighth season.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: Nikki M. James, Alli Mauzey, Joe Iconis, and More Set for CAP21's 21st Birthday Bash

Karen Mason, Ryann Redmond, Lance Rubin, and others are also scheduled to perform.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Cabaret News: The Ensemblist Podcast Will Celebrate Its First Anniversary With a Live Show at Birdland Jazz Club

Tony-winning Newsies choreographer Christopher Gattelli will be among the evening's guest performers.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Blogs: Guest Blog: 'Like Johnny Got His Gun, Dalton Trumbo is an American classic'

Bradley Rand Smith, whose 1983 adaptation of Dalton Trumbo's Johnny Got His Gun is revived at Southwark Playhouse this week, says if the author was around today he would share a drink wi…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 03:00PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Lily Rabe, Hamish Linklater, Brian Stokes Mitchell & More for The Public's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING by BroadwayWorld

The Public Theater will begin previews on Tuesday, June 3 for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, the first show of The Public's 2014 season of free Shakespeare in the Park at the Delacorte. Directed by…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:59PM

Odds & Ends: You Could Perform for Sondheim, Mackintosh's Saigon Admission & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Win the Chance to Perform Your Work for Stephen Sondheim Jonathan Larson was so influenced by Stephen Sondheim that he us…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:54PM

Nancy Opel, Paige Faure Head to Broadway’s ‘Cinderella’ by Diamond Grant

It was announced by producers of the Tony Award winning Rodgers & Hammerstein musical Cinderella that Nancy Opel and Paige Faure will join the cast on Broadway. Opel, who will play Cinde…

SOURCE: broadwaytour.net at 02:46PM

Suzan-Lori Parks livestreams Watch Me Work—Wed, May 21 by HowlRound

By HowlRound TV. You’re invited to join Suzan-Lori Parks from the lobby of The Public Theater in New York City for "Watch Me Work" which is livestreaming for the global, commons-based peer…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:46PM

"The Grimaldis - A Musical Ghost Story" Raises the Dead at Hale's Palladium by David-Edward Hughes

Revised and rewritten a bit after a successful Bay Area stint, producer/writer Dane Ballard and composer/lyricist John Woods feature a vaudeville/burlesque-like troupe in a show that may rem…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 02:41PM

"Hair" Stays True to its Roots in Breezy Staging at Arts West by David-Edward Hughes

Arts West's current production, directed in a breezy, lighthearted style by David Gassner, happily harkens back to the simpler, bare bones qualities of the original 1967 Off-Broadway version…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 02:41PM

Nikki M. James, Karen Mason, Joe Iconis & More to Perform at Cap21's Birthday Bash Benefit, 6/23 by BroadwayWorld

On Monday, June 23rd, 2014 CAP21 will celebrate its 21st birthday with an epic celebrationThe 21st Birthday Bashat its home at 18 W. 18th Street, 5th and 6th Floors, New York, NY. The event …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:40PM

Technology in Real Time by Andrew Lazarow

(This post is part of the 2014 TCG National Conference: Crossing Borders {Theatre | Technology} blog salon, curated by Jacqueline E. Lawton.) “To me, the computer is just anoth…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 02:33PM

Photo Flash: First Look - Aaron Tveit Returns in GRACELAND - Season 2 by BroadwayWorld

Aaron Tveit and the cast of USA Network's GRACELAND will return for Season 2 on Thursday July 18th at 109c with an all-new episode titled 'Hair of the Dog.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:33PM

MTC’s WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AND UNAFRAID Begins Performances Tonight by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Manhattan Theatre Club’s world premiere of WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AND UNAFRAID, the new play by Sarah Treem (“House of Cards,” “In Treatment”), directed by Tony Award winner Pam MacKin…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 02:20PM

Inspirations: Archbishop Mitty High School Actors

Last fall, we had the great pleasure of Skyping with the Advanced Acting class at Archbishop Mitty High School in San Jose, California. Not only did they greet us by singing our catchy them…

SOURCE: theensemblist.com at 02:12PM

No Proscenium: A Trip To The Underworld, By Way of Irvine by Noah J Nelson

No Proscenium is an ongoing exploration of immersive theatre and interactive experiences. The No Proscenium newsletter curates immersive events in Southern California twice a month. Sign up …

SOURCE: Bitter Lemons at 02:10PM

Jeff Augustin’s Little Children Dream of God Will Receive World Premiere Off-Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

A drama about learning to start a new life by facing the one you left behind. The world premiere of Jeff Augustin’s Little Children Dream of God will launch the eighth season of Rounda…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:07PM

Photos! Kate Hudson, Tony Goldwyn & Joey King Run Wild Backstage at Bullets Over Broadway by Broadway.com

Bullets Over Broadway headliner Zach Braff gets a visit from his Wish I Was Here castmates Kate Hudson and Joey King, and his former The Last Kiss co-star, Scandal’s Tony Goldwyn. Clic…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:03PM

ArtsBeat: Loudon Wainwright to Join Father in ‘Posthumous Collaboration’ for Stage Show by Allan Kozinn

For a one-man show in Manhattan, Loudon Wainwright III will draw on the writings of his father, a magazine columnist who died in 1988.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:03PM

Roundabout Underground Announcement by Todd Haimes

It is my great pleasure to announce that the eighth season of Roundabout Underground will launch with Little Children Dream of God, written by Jeff Augustin and directed by Giovanna Sardelli…

SOURCE: blog.roundabouttheatre.org at 02:01PM

A Mother Will Outrun Her Demons in Roundabout World Premiere of Little Children Dream of God by Michael Gioia

Roundabout Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Little Children Dream of God, a new play by Roundabout playwright-in-residence Jeff Augustin, as part of the company's Under…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:01PM

Photos: 1st Night Photos: Amy Nuttall and cast of All My Sons celebrate opening night

The rain stayed away for press night of Timothy Sheader's production at the Open Air Theatre last night

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 02:00PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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‘Curious Incident’ Broadway Casting Announced by NewYork.com

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SOURCE: NewYork.com at 01:56PM

‘Violet’ – Emerson Steele – Student Testimonials (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

Emerson Steele, who plays a younger version of the title role in Violet, talks to high school students about the show and its important message about true beauty.

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 01:50PM

Review: Wolf Hall and Bring Up The Bodies at curtainup.com-London by Lizzie Loveridge

These two plays are a tremendous achievement to bring to the stage Hilary Mantel's "imaginings (her words) the human behind the history of Thomas Cromwell" . .

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 01:47PM

New Leads Announced for ‘Cinderella’ on Broadway by NewYork.com

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SOURCE: NewYork.com at 01:44PM

Molly Ringwald Joins Cast of JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS by Movies News Desk

Molly Ringwald has signed on to the cast of JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS, Jon M. Chu's big screen adaptation based on the popular '80s animated show.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:43PM

Toronto production of Titanic postponed due to lack of Broadway theatre by The Canadian Press

Show was to run in July and August before heading to Broadway.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 01:41PM

The 2014 Annoying Actor Friend Commencement Address by @actor_friend

It is a tremendous #blessing to be here today addressing the graduating theatre class of 2014, who are only a heartbeat away from taking a job away from me. You will never be as young as you…

SOURCE: annoyingactorfriend.com at 01:40PM

‘Violet’ – Audience Testimonials (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

Hear what audiences have to say about Roundabout Theatre Company’s revival of Violet!

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 01:36PM

Review - Bullets Over Broadway Musical on Broadway by Christopher Caggiano

If I had to sum up musical-theater history in just one word, that word would be "integration," which I define for my Boston Conservatory students as the extent to which a song or dance contr…

SOURCE: Christopher Caggiano at 01:31PM

AUDIO: First Listen to Anthony Rapp's 'You Don't Need to Love Me' from IF/THEN Cast Album by Stage Tube

With the release of IFTHEN's cast album just a few weeks out, a preview of Anthony Rapp's hit number from the original Broadway musical, 'You Don't Need to Love Me,' is now streaming. Check …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:28PM

Brian J. Smith Relays How Cherry Jones Got Him Through a Difficult Time in His Life

Brian J. Smith shares how his Glass Menagerie co-star Cherry Jones inspired him to continue acting.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 01:28PM

Passinho: Rio's new dance craze by Jez Smajda

It began at a Rio barbecue. Now passinho's Sugarloaf all-stars are jinking out of the Brazilian favelas and onto a world stage"Congratulations to all of us who chose dance instead of dr…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:28PM

Why Mike Daisey weathered a scandal better than his latest subject, Rob Ford by Carly Maga, Special To National Post

This article is about the acclaimed New York City-based monologist Mike Daisey, and he will almost definitely not like it

SOURCE: National Post (Canada) at 01:23PM

Aaron Tveit Is Back! Brush Up On TV’s Graceland Before the Season Two Premiere by Lindsay Champion

Get ready, Tveitertots—The season two premiere of USA’s Graceland, starring Broadway megahunk Aaron Tveit, is just around the corner. But if you can’t possibly wait until J…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:19PM

Breaking News: 2014 Broadway Revival of Tony-Winning TITANIC Postponed by BroadwayWorld

Producers David Mirvish and Barry amp Fran Weissler have confirmed that the planned new production of the Tony Award-winning musical TITANIC, slated to hit Broadway in the 2014-15 season, ha…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:18PM

Cicely Tyson and Vanessa Williams Will Bring Bountiful to Boston by Carey Purcell

Tony Award winner Cicely Tyson will reprise her acclaimed performance in Horton Foote's The Trip to Bountiful as part of ArtsEmerson: The World On Stage's 2014-15 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:08PM

BWW Awards Update 5/21 - LES MIS Moves in Front for Revival; IF/THEN Trailing for Musical by BroadwayWorld

Voting opened on April 30 and runs through May 30, 2014 for the 12th Annual BroadwayWorld.com Awards Here are the current standings as of 521 with just 8 days to go in voting

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:07PM

In the Spotlight Series: In the Tonys Photo Booth with Nominee Andy Karl by Walter McBride

Below you can check out photos of Andy Karl, nominated for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for Rocky, in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In the Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00PM

Theater News: Daphne Rubin-Vega to Perform at the 19th Annual Lower East Side Arts Festival

The Broadway veteran will offer a free performance of a monologue from Aaron Mark's new play Empanada Loca.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Commentary: West End Word: The Heat Is Back on in Saigon, Readers' Favorite Shows Revealed, and WhatsOnStage Sparks a Critical Debate

The summer season gets underway in style this week with the return of Miss Saigon.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Theater News: Broadway Revival of Titanic Will Stay Docked a Little While Longer

The musical revival will no longer meet its goal for a fall 2014 opening.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

15 Signs You Were Born for Broadway

Face it, Broadway is your life. You live it, breathe it, would even eat it if you could! And it all started—or so it feels—from your very first moment on Earth. 1. You were born …

SOURCE: Backstage at 01:00PM

Theatre News: Peter Lockyer and David Thaxton lead new Les Miserables cast

Also in joining the cast at the Queen's Theatre next month will be Celinde Schoenmaker, Tom Edden, Michael Colbourne and Emilie Fleming

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:00PM

Review: Triptych (Opera Erratica)

The Print Room plays host to a trio of experimental new operas patterned on Puccini's Il trittico

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:00PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Paramount announces full 2014-15 season by Johnny Oleksinski

The Paramount Theatre in Aurora announced its full 2014-15 season on Wednesday.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:58PM

VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Talks Tony Prep & More on GMA by TV News Desk

Hugh Jackman stopped by this morning's GOOD MORNING AMERICA and discussed his seventh time playing the iconic role of 'Wolverine' in the upcoming 'X-Men Days of Future Past' and answers so…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:53PM

Dinner and a Show: Where to Eat Before ‘Wicked’ by Ebehan

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SOURCE: NewYork.com at 12:50PM

Annette Bening to join John Lithgow in Central Park staging of King Lear by Nancy Groves

American Beauty and The Kids Are All Right star is to play Goneril in Shakespeare in the Park production this summer John Lithgow to take on King Lear King Lears past and present in picture…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:49PM

The Happy Video: When dancing gets you imprisoned by Josh

Here’s the “offending” video that got its six dancing Iranian participants sent to jail in Iran; they were then made to repent on national TV. As the  National Iranian A…

SOURCE: blog.fringearts.com at 12:37PM

Women Playwrights: Who is Keeping Count? by HowlRound

By Laura Shamas. Is there really no institution in 2014 that will sponsor an ongoing annual study of American women playwrights working in theater seasons around the country (and directors, …

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:35PM

Theatre Review: ‘A Midsummer Night’s Riot’ at Keegan Theatre by Anna Brinley

Despite its name, A Midsummer Night’s Riot has (almost) nothing to do with Shakespeare. This impressive one-man feat races toward its end at neck-break speed, with the mesmerizing Josh Sti…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:34PM

VIDEO: Watch HEDWIG's Neil Patrick Harris Do a Hoedown on 'Today' by TV News Desk

Neil Patrick Harris stopped by this morning's TODAY on NBC to talk about his new Broadway musical 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' as well as his new film, 'A Million Ways to Die in the West.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:33PM

PIX11 & Broadway Channel to Present BROADWAY PROFILES, 5/25 by TV News Desk

PIX11, Tribune Broadcasting's New York CW affiliate, has partnered with Broadway Channel to present Broadway Profiles a series of quarterly primetime Broadway specials hosted by PIX11's Emmy…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:29PM

PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: The Phantom Haunts Philly; Behind the Chandelier at the Newly-Revised Phantom of the Opera Tour by Matthew Blank

A new national tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera launched Nov. 27, 2013, in Providence, RI, and has been making its way across the U.S. Cast member Nick Cartell shar…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:28PM

In Praise of Being a Blind Reader by HowlRound

By Karla Jennings. Anonymous submissions put sole focus on the script. They are especially important in writing competitions, since that’s how outliers usually get a foot in the door. When…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:24PM

Photos! Get On Your Feet! as Gloria & Emilio Estefan’s New Musical Congas to Broadway by Broadway.com

It’s official: The new Gloria and Emilio Estefan musical On Your Feet! will dance its way to Broadway in the fall of 2015. To celebrate the big news, the pair headed to the Minskoff Th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:20PM

SOS: Broadway Revival of Maury Yeston & Peter Stone's Titanic Postponed by Ryan McPhee

It hasn’t sunk entirely, but the previously announced Broadway revival of Maury Yeston and Peter Stone's Tony-winning musical Titanic will no longer set sail this fall. The ne…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:18PM

Daphne Rubin-Vega to Perform at 19th Annual Lower East Side Festival of the Arts, 5/23 by BroadwayWorld

THE LOWER EAST SIDE LES FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS - one of the most exciting, eclectic and FREE annual festivals in all of New York City - will present a once in a lifetime performance from Broad…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:17PM

Casting announced for THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME on Broadway by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Casting has been announced for the National Theatre production of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, the acclaimed new play by Simon Stephens, adapted from Mark Haddon’s be…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 12:16PM

Producer Hugh Hysell to Lead National Broadway and Live Arts Division for GrouponLive by BroadwayWorld

Groupon today announced that it has hired Tony Award-Winning Broadway producer, Hugh Hysell, to lead National Broadway and Live Arts for GrouponLive. In addition to producing the Broadway pr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:14PM

Bolshoi Ballet’s uncommonly intimate ‘Giselle,’ at the Kennedy Center by Sarah Kaufman

“Giselle” is a ballet about secrets and lies. The two lovers at its core know nothing about each other. Count Albrecht is full of deceptions, including the fact that he’s engaged to so…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 12:14PM

Review Roundup Part I - HBO's THE NORMAL HEART by BroadwayWorld

HBO will debut THE NORMAL HEART this SUNDAY, MAY 25 at 900 p.m. ETPT on HBO. The drama stars Mark Ruffalo, Matt Bomer, Taylor Kitsch, Jim Parsons and Julia Roberts.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:03PM

Review: Charles Ives, Take Me Home/Strawdog Theatre Company by Lisa Buscani

RECOMMENDED Modernist composer Charles Ives may be one of the most famous unknown composers in American music. Largely ignored during his lifetime, Ives’ innovative work continues to influ…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 12:00PM

The New Production of ‘On The Town’ Announces Casting Of Its Three Sailors by Broadway's Best Shows

Tony Yazbeck (Gypsy, A Chorus Line), Jay Armstrong Johnson (New York Philharmonic’s Sweeney Todd, Hands On A Hardbody, Hair), and Clyde Alves (Bullets Over Broadway, Nice Work If You Can G…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 12:00PM

Theater News: Tony Yazbeck, Jay Armstrong Johnson, and Clyde Alves Will Sail to Broadway With On the Town

The three leading men will dock at the Lyric Theatre this fall.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Broadway Revival of Titanic Postponed by Adam Hetrick

A planned Broadway revival of Maury Yeston and Peter Stone's Tony Award-winning musical Titanic, which was to play a pre-Broadway engagement at Toronto's Royal Alexandra Theatre this…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

Review: All My Sons (Open Air Theatre)

Amy Nuttall and Tom Mannion provide outstanding performances in this chilling production of Miller's drama

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Carole King to perform at captured soldier rally

HAILEY, Idaho (AP) -- Songwriter and singer Carole King is scheduled to perform at a central Idaho rally for a U.S. soldier held captive by the Taliban since 2009....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 11:55AM

Who’s Running This Crazy Circus? by Eric Grode

The high-flying life of Pippin‘s stage manager Stage managers have been described as the air-traffic controllers of the stage. That’s especially true when the traffic is actually…

SOURCE: TDF at 11:53AM

8 Days Left to Vote!

  Voting opened on April 30, 2014 and runs through May 30, 2014 for the 12th Annual BroadwayWorld.com Awards! Once again last year, hundreds of thousands of theatregoers and fans weig…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:53AM

Molly Ringwald Cast in Music-Driven "Jem and the Holograms" Pic by Michael Gioia

Stage and screen actress Molly Ringwald has been cast in the film adaptation of 1980s cartoon "Jem and the Holograms," according to the Hollywood Reporter.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:53AM

News: Performers call for buskers to have more rights by Matthew Hemley

A campaign for the right of street performers to work more freely across the UK is to be launched. Members passed a motion at the conference which called on the union to “campaign for the&…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:52AM

Tickets Now Available for William Inge's A LOSS OF ROSES Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

Tickets are now on sale for William Inge’s A LOSS OF ROSES, which is scheduled to run through June 7 at the Theatre at St. Clement’s. The play is directed by Dan Wackerman.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:50AM

Playwright Bill Rosenfield on Adaptations & Drama Desk Awards by Margaret McAleese

From kicking Tom Hanks off the stage to prepping a script on the fly.

SOURCE: Clyde Fitch Report at 11:49AM

‘Holler If You Hear Me’ Broadway: TV Spot (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

The music is Tupac. The story is now. Check out the new TV spot for Holler if Ya Hear Me.

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 11:40AM

Digging deep: Dance Umbrella re-invents itself under new director by Judith Mackrell

Experimental ice-dance at Alexandra Palace, Rocío Molina outside her 'flamenco' niche, hip-hop's Harlem history and fresh, child-friendly choreography: Emma Gladstone has Dance Umbrella mov…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:39AM

Watch Les Miserables Star Nikki M. James Perform 'On My Own' & Chat with Wendy Williams by Ryan McPhee

Tony Award winner and Les Miserables star Nikki M. James stopped by The Wendy Williams Show to perform the tuner’s signature number “On My Own.” Following her performance, …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:37AM

News: BBC under pressure to widen casting opportunities by Matthew Hemley

Performers are calling on the BBC to increase casting opportunities on its drama productions, claiming work is “filtered through selected agents”. Actors have argued that, as a publicly-…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:36AM

Tony Yazbeck, Jay Armstrong Johnson & Clyde Alves to Play Sailors in ON THE TOWN Broadway Revival by BroadwayWorld

Tony Yazbeck Gypsy, A Chorus Line, Jay Armstrong Johnson New York Philharmonic's Sweeney Todd, Hands On A Hardbody, Hair, and Clyde Alves Bullets Over Broadway, Nice Work If You Can Get It w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:35AM

Mike Bartlett’s Cock at Studio Theatre by Jayne Blanchard

It’s a relief to be retired from the meat market after seeing Cock, the pugilistic, punch-drunk comedy by British playwright Mike Bartlett about relationships and shifting identities that …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:33AM

Fuse CD Reviews: John Adams’ “City Noir” and Saxophone Concerto (Nonesuch) and Howard Hersh’s “Angels and Watermarks” by Jonathan Blumhofer

Howard Hersh, like John Adams, hails from northern California, and, as in the latter's "City Noir," the music on Hersh's new album, "Angels and Watermarks," embraces polyglot West Coast cult…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:31AM

How "The City of Conversation" Spoke to Me by Broadway & Me

The City of Conversation, now at Lincoln Center’s Mitzi E. Newhouse theater through July 6, is the kind of show I love: a well- made drama about big issues and ideas that isn’t afraid to…

SOURCE: Broadway & Me at 11:31AM

Neil Patrick Harris & the Hedwig Creators on Getting Tongue, Giving Birth & Embracing the 'Random Sh*t' by Helaina Hovitz

What did we learn at the New York Times talk on May 20 with Hedwig and the Angry Inch star Neil Patrick Harris, book writer John Cameron Mitchell and composer Stephen Trask? When you go arou…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:30AM

Breaking: Jessica Chastain to Star in Second Season of HBO's TRUE DETECTIVE? by TV News Desk

Jessica Chastain has been offered the lead role in the second season of the HBO hit drama TRUE DETECTIVE.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:30AM

BWW Exclusive Interview: WALLFLOWERS and the Minnesota Man by Noah Lee Jordan

John Halbach is currently starring as one of the new faces on WALLFLOWERS, a web series created by Kieran Turner. In its second seaon, WALLFLOWERS features an ensemble cast of NY actors, fol…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:26AM

From Merman to Midler to Minnelli! Over A Dozen Divas Sing "Rose's Turn" (Video) by Playbill Staff

"Here she is, boys! Here she is, world! Here's Rose!" — over a dozen of them! We take a look back at the divas who took on the second-act, show-stopping ballad "Rose…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM

Hal Linden – Renaissance Man Rocks Café Carlyle (video) by Sandi Durell

NY Music Review by Sandi Durell       Listen to Hal Linden if you need any reinforcement believing in the old saying ‘life isn’t over until it’s over.’ Mr.... The post…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 11:17AM

Casting Announced for ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’ on Broadway by Broadway's Best Shows

Casting has been announced for the National Theatre production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, the acclaimed new play by Simon Stephens, adapted from Mark Haddon’…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 11:17AM

It's Win, Place and Show for WALLFLOWERS for We Love Soaps' Indie Series of the Week. by Roger Newcomb

Indie Series of the Week Poll Results are in and the theatrically-driven, critically acclaimed WALLFLOWERS, created by Kieran Turner, Wins, Places and Show. Bryce and Alex win Favorite Coup…

SOURCE: www.welovesoaps.net at 11:15AM

Theatre News: Theatre Lab’s 4th Annual Dramathon to Support the Send a Kid to Camp Campaign Raises Over $14,000 by Elliot Lanes

Every once in a while I get to work an event that gives me total satisfaction. This past Friday night at Theater J was one of those times. As you might know from past features, I will always…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 11:15AM

Spotlight On...Joe Curnutte by Michael Block

Name: Joe CurnutteHometown: Mahomet, ILEducation: BAs in Theatre, Secondary Education, English - Cornell CollegeFavorite Credits: writer/actor with The Mad Ones: Samuel & Alasdair: A Per…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 11:11AM

15 Gifs That Prove Gypsy Has the Best Musical Zingers of All Time by Playbill Staff

On May 21, 1959 – 55 years ago tonight – audiences first heard Ethel Merman shout "Sing out, Louise!" as she walked down the aisle of the Broadway Theatre and into musi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:11AM

Theater Oobleck and El Circo National de Puerto Rico announce two free performances of SOS: A Summer Clown Cruise, July 6 & 7 in Chicago’s Humbo by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:05AM

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be, Theatre Royal, Stratford East - theatre review

The Joan Littlewood centenary celebrations continue in style at her old stomping ground with Terry Johnson's witty and rollicking revival of Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be, the Theatre Works…

SOURCE: The Independent at 11:03AM

Alexander Sharp & More to Star in CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME on Broadway; Full Casting Announced by BroadwayWorld

Casting has been announced for the National Theatre production of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:02AM

RUSH HOUR CONCERTS 2014 Celebrating 15th Anniversary and Honoring Memory of Founder Deborah Sobol: Free Concerts every Tuesday evening at St. James Ca by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:02AM

My personal request to Tony Award Winners. by Ken Davenport

Yesterday’s blog, as well as my acceptance speech for last year’s Broadway.com Audience Award for Macbeth, was about paying respect to those above-the-title producers out there…

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

How we do it in Germany: On Money and the History of Production Conditions by Lisanne Wiegand

In my last (and first) post here I gave a short introduction on what the situation of contemporary musical theatre in Germany is like. I mostly focused on these bigger productions with lots …

SOURCE: newmusicaltheatre.com at 11:00AM

Decades of ‘The Normal Heart’ by Erik Piepenburg

A look back at coverage of Larry Kramer's 1985 play about the AIDS crisis.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:00AM

Theater News: Alexander Sharp, Ian Barford, and More to Star in Broadway's The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

The upcoming Broadway premiere of the National Theatre's production has announced casting.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Review: Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be (Theatre Royal, Stratford East)

Lionel Bart's Soho-set musical play is revived with a cast featuring Jessie Wallace, Ryan Molloy and Gary Kemp

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:00AM

Snapshot: Erroll Garner plays "Earl's Dream"

The Erroll Garner Trio plays "Earl's Dream" in 1972: (This is the latest in a series of arts-related videos that...

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 11:00AM

Cabaret News: Kinky Boots Star Andy Kelso Teams Up With Mark Fisher Fitness for These Boots Were Made for Rockin' Cabaret

Broadway's Katie Finneran and the scantily clad Skivvies also join the kinky group of performers.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Video Flash: Sutton Foster, Joshua Henry, and Colin Donnell Perform a Song From Violet on The View

Stars of the Tony-nominated revival bring some Southern charm to morning television.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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They're Back! Tony Yazbeck, Jay Armstrong Johnson & Clyde Alves Will Lead On the Town on Broadway by Ryan McPhee

The three are back in uniform! Tony Yazbeck, Jay Armstrong Johnson and Clyde Alves will reprise their roles as Gabey, Chip and Ozzie, respectively, in the upcoming Broadway revival of On the…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:59AM

Barford goes back to Broadway by Johnny Oleksinski

Steppenwolf Theatre Company ensemble member Ian Barford will return to Broadway in the new play "The Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time" by Simon Stephens, a spokesperson for the …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 10:57AM

Photo Flash: Sarah Jessica Parker Performs from 'Annie' in White House Talent Show by BroadwayWorld

Star of stage and screen Sarah Jessica Parker stopped by the East Room of the White House yesterday for a cameo performance at a talent show with elementary- and middle-school children.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:55AM

Gus Giordando Dance School To Hold Open Auditions Gus Co Member 2014 – 2015 Season Boys & Girls Ages 5 to 19 June 1 by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:54AM

Could Sarah Silverman be joining Israel's first family? by Nathan Jeffay

The irreverent US comedian's brother-in-law Yosef Abramowitz, himself no stranger to controversy, has announced his candidacy for the election on 10 JuneShe is famous for her potty-mouth and…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:54AM

Aww! Idina Menzel & Josh Gad Have a Warm & Fuzzy Frozen Reunion Backstage at If/Then by Lindsay Champion

If/Then star Idina Menzel had a very special visitor May 20: Her Frozen pal Josh Gad! The Book of Mormon alum headed backstage to reunite with Menzel and congratulate her on her new gig&mdas…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:51AM

The Brown Paper Box Co. presents PROUD AT MARY’S: A June Cabaret A Night of PRIDE June 13 & June 14, 2014 @ Mary’s Attic by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:49AM

All My Sons review reproachful truths under a rustle of leaves by David Jays

Regent's Park theatre, LondonThis revival of Arthur Miller's 1947 war-imbued drama doesn't quite hit home, but intensifies as night fallsA plane growled over Regent's Park during the opening…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:46AM

Idina Menzel & Josh Gad Discover Possible FROZEN 2 Storyline Backstage at IF/THEN by Movies News Desk

Oscar winning composer Kristen Anderson Lopez shared a photo on Twitter taken backstage at Broadway's IFTHEN, featuring the show's star Idina Menzel along with her 'Frozen' co-star Josh Gad

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

LEAGUE OF CHICAGO THEATRES ANNOUNCES FIVE FINALISTS FOR THE 2014 BROADWAY IN CHICAGO EMERGING THEATER AWARD by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:42AM

Rambert: Dutiful Ducks, Four Elements, Rooster, Sounddance review 'mind-tingling complexity' by Judith Mackrell

Sadler's Wells, LondonRambert's programme of revivals is full of rich pickings from Merce Cunningham to Christopher Bruce's take on the StonesWhen Marie Rambert founded her company in 1926,…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:42AM

Larry Kramer's Landmark The Normal Heart is HBO Special Event May 25 by Ellis Nassour

Larry Kramer's Landmark The Normal Heart is HBO Special Event May 25

SOURCE: theaterlife at 10:41AM

The Normal Heart Part Two by Barry

Larry Kramer's Landmark The Normal Heart is HBO Special Event May 25                                                              …

SOURCE: theaterlife at 10:40AM

Peter Lockyer, Olivier Winner David Thaxton & More to Step Into West End's Les Miserables by Ryan McPhee

A new crew of convicts, inspectors, revolutionaries and more are getting ready to storm the barricades. The record-breaking West End production of Les Miserables will welcome Peter Lockyer a…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:38AM

Larry Kramer to Pen NORMAL HEART Sequel for Ryan Murphy by TV News Desk

Larry Kramer confirmed recent reports that he will pen a sequel to the award-winning drama for the project's director, Ryan Murphy.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:34AM

Tony Yazbeck, Jay Armstrong Johnson and Clyde Alves Will Lead Broadway's On the Town by Michael Gioia and Andrew Gans

Tony Yazbeck, Jay Armstrong Johnson and Clyde Alves have been cast as the three sailors on a day-long shore leave who take on the Big Apple in the Broadway revival of On the Town, producers …

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:34AM

Snapshot | Toshiki Okada: The Playwright Toshiki Okada Finds an Audience in the U.S. by Jason Zinoman

Toshiki Okada discusses his new play, “The Sonic Life of a Giant Tortoise,” and how he writes for an audience that does not share his language or culture.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:30AM

Doogie Howser or Celebrity Rehab? Neil Patrick Harris Plans Choose Your Own Adventure Autobiography by Carey Purcell

Hedwig and the Angry Inch star Neil Patrick Harris, known for his acting, singing and hosting skills, has applied his ubiquitous talents to writing a choose your own adventure book as his au…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:21AM

Q&A: James Brown III

We’ve got the super-incredible multi-talented James Brown III as one of the guests on our upcoming episode- all about everyone’s favorite summer fundraiser, Broadway Bares! Nam…

SOURCE: theensemblist.com at 10:17AM

Kinky Boots and Mark Fisher Fitness Team Up for NYC Benefit Concerts by Michael Gioia and Andrew Gans

Andy Kelso, who currently stars in the Tony Award-winning musical Kinky Boots, two-time Tony Award winner Katie Finneran and The Skivvies have joined the lineup for These Boots Were Mad…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:17AM

Playing in Cities by Andy Field

(This post is part of the 2014 TCG National Conference: Crossing Borders {Art | People} blog salon, curated by Caridad Svich.) 1. I remember a street game we created in 2009 for a su…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 10:16AM

STAGE TUBE: Watch New TV Spot for HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME! by Stage Tube

HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, the new Broadway musical inspired by the lyrics of Tupac Shakur, is written by Todd Kreidler and directed by Kenny Leon, and will begin previews on Monday, June 2 and o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:14AM

Cameron Mackintosh Regrets 1991 Yellow-Face MISS SAIGON Casting by BroadwayWorld

MISS SAIGON will make its highly anticipated return to the West End tonight, May 21, 2014 at the Prince Edward Theatre, in the musical's 25th anniversary year. In a recent interview with the…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:10AM

Stephen Sorokoff My View: If Hal Only Played The Clarinet It Would Be A Great Show! by Suzanna Bowling

Stephen Sorokoff My View: If Hal Only Played The Clarinet It Would Be A Great Show!: If you are a accomplished musician, a Tony Award winning Broadway Star, an Emmy winning Actor, an inspiri…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 10:08AM

Fuse Book Review: “The Star of Istanbul” — A Literary Historical Thriller by Vincent Czyz

Robert Olen Butler chose his protagonist wisely. Christopher Marlowe Cobb is a man of both intellect and physicality, of thought and action.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:07AM

PHOTO CALL: Ari Graynor and Jerry O'Connell Are Sandwich Artists in 2ST's American Hero by Krissie Fullerton

Second Stage Theatre kicks off its 2014 Uptown Series with the New York premiere of American Hero, written by Bess Wohl and directed by Leigh Silverman, having begun previews May 12, prior t…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:07AM

Production News: Gate Theatre secures first UK tour with Grounded by Nicola Merrifield

Gate Theatre’s Grounded, starring Lucy Ellinson, is to transfer to the US before embarking on a tour of the UK this summer. The show, which is currently playing at the Gate Theatre in west…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:06AM

Paul Chahidi, You Win the Tony of My Heart by The Mick

Here’s the thing, Paul, I almost forgot you were a Paul and not, say, a Paula. Which, I’m guessing, just looking at how purely manly you actually are, is not a thing you heard ve…

SOURCE: The Craptacular at 10:02AM

VIDEO: AMERICAN IDOL's Caleb Johnson, Jena Irene Go Head-to-Head; Watch All the Performances by TV News Desk

An explosive edition of Idol is in the books as both the remaining finalists performed three times on the Idol stage on last night's AMERICAN IDOL. Relive the best moments of the night below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:01AM

AMERICAN IDOL Finale Recap: Two Heavyweights Slug it Out on Enjoyable Finale (updated w/ photos) by Matt Tamanini

In Caleb Johnson and Jena Irene, we have the season's only two performers that consistently gave credible, entertaining performances, and also had a professional command of the stage. As you…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:01AM

Almanac: Joseph Conrad on ideas

"Hang ideas! They are tramps, vagabonds, knocking at the back-door of your mind, each taking a little of your substance,...

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 10:00AM

Broadway Cast Revealed for Olivier-Winning Play Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Adam Hetrick

Complete casting has been announced for the Broadway premiere of Simon Stephens' Olivier Award-winning play The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, which will begin Broadway p…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Simon Stephens’ Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Will Star Alexander Sharp in His Broadway Debut by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Juilliard graduate Alexander Sharp will make his Broadway debut as Christopher in Simon Stephens’ The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time. The show will also star Ian Barford…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:58AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, May 21, 2014 by Susan Grace

  Today’s Highlights: * Miss Saigon, directed by Laurence Connor, featuring Jon Jon Briones, Eva Noblezada, Alistair Brammer, Tamsin Carroll, Hugh Maynard, Rachelle Ann Go and Kwa…

SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:55AM

Production News: Glasgow Citizens announces autumn Season by Thom Dibdin

Roberta Taylor is to return to Glasgow’s Citizens Theatre this autumn to appear in a new production of Hamlet helmed by artistic director Dominic Hill. A regular on the Citizens’ stage f…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:54AM

THEATER BUFF: Olaf Triebel of “Queen of the Night” by Tom Mizer

Every third Wednesday of the month, a fabulous actor/singer/dancer fills out contributor Tom Mizer’s nosey little questionnaire and offers a glimpse of what he looks like from a bit cl…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:54AM

Rambert - Christopher Bruce's Rooster, Sadlers Wells, London by Sarah Wilkinson

Sadlers Wells, London: Now settled in to their South Bank home, Rambert look alert and on fine physical form. Their new programme, an ABC of contemporary choreographers from the past 40 year…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:51AM

Red-Eye to Havre De Grace by Doug Marino

New York Theater Workshop strikes again with a provocative, edgy, discordant, and artistic presentation of the last days of Edgar Allan Poe on several train rides between New York and Virgin…

SOURCE: Act Three - The Reviews at 09:50AM

London Les Miz to Welcome New Stars from Broadway and More by Mark Shenton

Upcoming cast changes to the West End production of Les Misérables will see the arrival of Broadway actor Peter Lockyer, reprising the role of Jean Valjean that has has played for a y…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

Fuse Visual Arts Review: A Tribute to a Lost World of Joy and Fury — “Loisada: New York’s Lower East Side in the ’80s” by Peter Walsh

For once, in Ronald Reagan’s America, youthful talent and energy seemed able to trump everything else.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:41AM

Loopy Durang Comedy Vanya And Masha And Sonia And Spike Is Insightful And Flat Out Funny by Bill Hirschman

Under the vanities and inanities, the witty literary allusions and the silly sight gags, "Vanya and Sonia and Marsha and Spike" gently pokes fun at people who have wasted their lives. But do…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 09:37AM

Bridges Alum Steven Pasquale Lands Netflix Role Alongside Norbert Leo Butz by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Bridges of Madison County alum Steven Pasquale has landed his first gig since the tuner’s premature shuttering on the Great White Way. He will feature alongside the previously reported…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:33AM

BWW Blog: 'Evolution of the Revolution' - Concept Album 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 09:18AM

VIDEO: Ariana Grande Performs 'Problem' on DWTS Finale by TV News Desk

Ariana Grande helped wrap up the Season 18 finale of ABC's DANCING WITH THE STARS last night, with her performance of her new single, 'Problem.' Check out the appearance below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:11AM

Raymond Burr Beats Up Harpo! by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Raymond Burr (1917-1993). Now since we also wrote about The Chimp here earlier today we could go with a guy-in-an-ape-suit theme, as Burr starred in both Bride …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:00AM

WAKE UP with BWW 5/21/14 - MISS SAIGON, STARS IN THE ALLEY 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 MISS SAIGON returns to the West End an…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:00AM

Noah Reid stars in George F. Walker's Dead Metaphor by Richard Ouzounian

Actor has been a dancing teacup, the voice of a cartoon turtle and a singing hockey star and now he plays a military sniper.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 09:00AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Theatre historian Jonathan Croall discusses the story behind his biography of Gielgud by TheatreVOICE

INTERVIEW: JONATHAN CROALL The theatre writer, journalist and editor talks to Aleks Sierz about his latest book, In Search of Gielgud (Herbert Adler), which tells the story of how he came to…

SOURCE: Theatre Voice at 08:59AM

News: Call to end ‘unacceptable’ lack of transparency in minority employment by Georgia Snow

The BBC and Arts Council England will face pressure to carry out and publish equality monitoring as part of a campaign to be developed by Equity. Speakers from the union’s women’s, LGBT,…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:58AM

Meet the Cast of No Rules Theatre Company’s ‘Boeing Boeing’: Part 2: Nick Kowalczyk by Joel Markowitz

Here’s the first in a series of interviews with the cast of No Rules Theatre Company’s upcoming production of Boeing Boeing. Today meet Nick Kowalczyk. Joel: Tell us where local theat…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:53AM

MARX MOVIE MADNESS MONTH #21: Chico’s Sit Coms 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 08:35AM

The Week Ahead: Thane of Cawdor Plays the Armory by Jason Zinoman

It’s hard to believe that Kenneth Branagh is only now making his acting debut on a New York stage, in “Macbeth” at the Park Avenue Armory.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:32AM

Love of the Nightingale is set to close. What’s next for Constellation Theatre? by Christopher Henley

“It’s similar to a lot of productions that we’ve done.” Allison Arkell Stockman was talking about the current production at Constellation Theatre Company, The Love of the Nightingale…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:21AM

News: Fringe producers urged to accept wage deal by Georgia Snow

Performers have voted to make 2015 the ‘Year of the Fringe’, during which actors and fringe theatres will work with Equity to “raise awareness of the artistic contribution” the secto…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:11AM

Feel Good Shows! by Broadway Audience

With the closing of The Bridges of Madison County, one of the few musicals this season that featured original music, the talk among theatre fans is whether jukebox musicals are the new hit o…

SOURCE: BroadwayAudience.com at 08:09AM

Timing lords: comedians who have starred in Doctor Who in pictures by Guardian Staff

As Frank Skinner reveals he will appear in the latest Doctor Who series, take a look at these other standup, sketch and sitcom comedians from John Cleese to Catherine Tate who have guest …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:03AM

Guest blog: Douglas Rintoul on his re-imagining of Arabian Nights at the Unicorn by A Younger Theatre

“Whoever sits on this carpet will fly in an instant to wherever he wishes to go…” Last year I was approached by the Unicorn Theatre, London, to make a new play based on the collection …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 08:00AM

Larry Kramer Lives to See His ‘Normal Heart’ Filmed for TV by Patrick Healy

After decades of fighting against AIDS and for Hollywood’s attention in that fight, Larry Kramer is about to reach his largest audience with a film version of his play “The Normal Heart.…

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

Our Pick: Why ‘All the Way’ Should Win The Tony For Best Play by Cbsexaminer

In 'All the Way', Bryan Cranston makes history and politics anything but boring.

SOURCE: CBS 2 TV at 08:00AM

Review: Annie Get Your Gun (Tour - Manchester)

Emma Williams plays the sharp shooter and you cannot take your eyes off her in this touring revival.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:00AM

BWW's On This Day - May 21, 2014

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on May 21 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:00AM

Photo Flash: Lily Rabe and Hamish Linklater Rehearse Shakespeare in the Park's Much Ado About Nothing

Jack O'Brien directs the Public Theater's annual free offering at the Delacorte Theater.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 08:00AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Laurel and Hardy in “The Chimp” by Trav S.D.

  Today is the anniversary of the release date of the Laurel and Hardy classic short The Chimp (1932), directed by James Parrott. The first section of the film is set in a circus, with Jam…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 07:58AM

Tabard: Mamma mia, what a range by Stuart Gidden

Opera singers returning to work after having a baby: you might have thought the greatest challenge would be the gruelling touring schedule or the evening performances on minimal sleep. But t…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:57AM

Robin’s Nest – HelpUsAdopt.org – New Benefit Series by Sandi Durell

        Robin’s Nest, is a new benefit series to support Helpusadopt.org, debuting on Monday, June 9th at 7 PM at the Laurie Beechman Theatre (407 W. 42nd Street-B…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 07:53AM

Mark Thomas: how to define Nigel Farage and trip up Ukip by Paul Fleckney

The comedian and activist revisits the successes and dangers of his 100 Minor Acts of Dissent tourI don't know what you've been doing for the past 12 months, but Mark Thomas has been making …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:50AM

Moss Hart's kids happy to 'hear him again' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- The Moss Hart that emerges during the Broadway play "Act One" is a wordsmith, a theater addict and a connoisseur. For two people in the audience, he is another thing ent…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 07:49AM

News: Junor Souza and Alison McWhinney win English National Ballet emerging dancer prize by Nicola Merrifield

English National Ballet dancers Junor Souza and Alison McWhinney have been named joint winners of the company’s Emerging Dancer Competition. At the live competition on Monday night at Lond…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:44AM

Video premiere: 'Natural Woman' from 'Beautiful' by Elysa Gardner

Among the King/Goffin classics showcased is (You Make Me Feel) Like A Natural Woman, a hit for Aretha Franklin and later featured on King's landmark album Tapestry. If you haven't seen Muell…

SOURCE: USA Today at 07:44AM

AYT News: INCOMING Bursaries by A Younger Theatre

A Younger Theatre is delighted to announce the winners of the first INCOMING Festival bursaries: RemoteControl, Kill the Beast and Fine Frenzy. These bursaries are designed to extend the wor…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:43AM

Obituaries: Obituary: George Christie by Michael Quinn

In the year George Christie was born, his parents were busy making history with the launch of an opera festival in the newly opened theatre in the grounds of their East Sussex manor house, G…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:12AM

Stars of Vaudeville #868: Horace Heidt by Trav S.D.

  Today is the birthday of Horace Heidt (1901-1986). Heidt was a pianist and bandleader whose orchestra Horace Heidt and his Musical Knights started in vaudeville and night clubs and became…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 07:04AM

Production News: Dance Umbrella 2014 programme unveiled by new artistic director Emma Gladstone by Nicola Merrifield

Hip hop artist Ivan Blackstock and Chinese company Tao Dance Theatre are among the performers featuring at this year’s Dance Umbrella festival, which stages works across London venues. The…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01AM

Directing the Non-Traditional Play by Lindsay Price

Directing the Non-Traditional Play High school director Ray Palasz talks about directing Drum Taps, a theatrical adaptation of Walt Whitman’s poetry. Why is struggle an important tool in h…

SOURCE: Theatrefolk at 07:00AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Rambert, Sadler's Wells, dance review: 'Powerful and taut'

Christopher Bruce’s Rooster swaggers back into Rambert’s repertory, as fabulous as its Rolling Stones soundtrack and much funnier. It’s the irresistible heart of a sharp, varied and go…

SOURCE: The Independent at 06:59AM

All My Sons, Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, review: 'effective' by Serena Davies

A summer's evening was the perfect accompaniment for All My Sons, says Serena Davies, even if this version isn't as shattering as it could be

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 06:52AM

Today on TCM: Mae West in “The Heat’s On” by Trav S.D.

Today at 12:45pm E.S.T. on Turner Classic Movies: The Heat’s On (1943). This is the last film of the original stretch of Mae West’s movie career; her next film wouldn’t b…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 06:46AM

Production News: David Thaxton and Peter Lockyer join cast of Les Mis by Matthew Hemley

Olivier award-winning performer David Thaxton is to join the cast of Les Miserables in June, playing Javert. Thaxton, who won an Olivier in 2011 for best actor in a musical for Passion at th…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:46AM

Sex and the Suburbs, Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool by Roger Foss

Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool: A woman of many talents, Claire Sweeney has now co-scripted her first show, and it's an adults-only comedy set in the twilight world of a late-night sex …

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:39AM

All My Sons, Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, London by Mark Shenton

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre, London: It is only four years since Arthur Miller's bracing 1947 masterpiece All My Sons was last given a revival in the West End, but now the play makes…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:01AM

Why “A Gentleman’s Guide To Love And Murder” Led Tony Nominations by Cbsexaminer

Five reasons this murderously funny musical garnered an impressive 10 Tony Award nominations

SOURCE: CBS 2 TV at 06:00AM

Best Disney Movies Made Into Broadway Shows by Cbsexaminer

"Aladdin" isn't the first Disney film to lead to a stage adaptation. Here are six other Disney hits that have been reinterpreted on Broadway.

SOURCE: CBS 2 TV at 06:00AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Mister Producer: Ushers: the smartest people in the room by Richard Jordan

Who are the most important people in the theatre? The actor and the writer are obvious answers, but a close third, alongside the backstage team that run the production, are the ushers, yet t…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:53AM

Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'be, Theatre Royal Stratford East, London by Paul Vale

Theatre Royal Stratford East, London: Originally staged by Joan Littlewood's legendary Theatre Workshop in 1959, Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'be, with a book by ex-con Frank No…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:49AM

Shenton's View: The perils and pleasures of open air theatre by Mark Shenton

In a newspaper interview in the Daily Telegraph a few years ago, it was revealed that Timothy Sheader, artistic director of the Open Air Theatre, Regent’s Park, tells the cast on the f…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:29AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Tony Award Spotlight on Hedwig's Lena Hall by Jon Chattman

Lena Hall sat down for an A-Sides interview to discuss working with her star co-star, rocking out each night, and the role of her lifetime - one that has rightfully earned her a Best Feature…

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 04:50AM

Brighton Fringe Review: 366 Days of Kindness, Spiegeltent by Ellen Carr

(5/5 Stars) I’ve often come out of the theatre inspired to live life differently; but whether I’ve felt upset at the state of the world or spurred on to make a change I’ve never seen a…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:30AM

Brighton Fringe Review: The House Project, The Brighton Laboratory by Joe Webb

(4/5 Stars) The House Project is a poignant piece of theatre about a house, a family, and the way that the two are intertwined. The audience are divided into groups upon arrival and then mov…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:15AM

Setting the stage for two Carson shows by Michael Riedel

Heeeere’s Johnny! Two shows are in the works about the king of late-night talk, Johnny Carson. One is being developed by the Carson Entertainment Group, a production company that owns...

SOURCE: The New York Post at 04:12AM

Brighton Fringe Review: Close To You, The Warren by Lana Harper

[autor-post-rating] (3/5 Stars) Close To You is a frequently powerful one-woman show documenting an aspiring actress’s descent into anorexia, fuelled by her obsession with Karen Carpenter.…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:00AM

Cameron Mackintosh: 'I have been successful beyond anyone's wildest dreams' by Dominic Cavendish

As Miss Saigon returns, Sir Cameron Mackintosh talks to Dominic Cavendish about his long career and what the future holds for the West End musical

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 04:00AM

Miss Saigon, Yellow Face and the colourful evolution of answer plays by Mark Lawson

David Henry Hwang's new play is the latest in a series of interlinked works including Madame Butterfly that question racial and social attitudesThere's a phenomenon in pop music of the &qu…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:00AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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News: Soho Create festival to feature Wolf Hall’s Ben Miles and director Jeremy Herrin by Matthew Hemley

Actor Ben Miles, currently starring in the West End productions of Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies, will join the shows’ director Jeremy Herrin to discuss working on the plays as pa…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:30AM

News: £1.2m award scheme launched to boost regional theatre by Matthew Hemley

A new £150,000 annual prize for regional producing theatres has been launched, aimed at “regenerating and rekindling” theatre outside London. The annual prize, worth £750,000 over the …

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:30AM

Watch: EGOT champ Whoopi Goldberg on returning to acting and awards wins (and losses) by Gold Derby

Whoopi Goldberg once told talk show host Larry King that she was giving up acting. She took the moderator's position on ABC daytimer "The View" soon after in 2007 and didn't think she would …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 03:30AM

Mark Farris's MY ROMANCE Now Available by Pat Cerasaro

A new collection of standards by cabaret performer Mark Farris titled MY ROMANCE is now available.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00AM

Should playwrights be kinder to audiences? by Lyn Gardner

Shows such as King Lear and the choreographer Olivier Dubois's Tragédie can be punishing to watch, but that's what makes them interestingAlan Bennett recently said that one of the things th…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:00AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Lake: Judith Wright Centre by Bobbi-Lea Dionysius

Lisa Wilson’s contemporary dance piece Lake dances on water, literally, with the entire stage area covered in ankle deep water. The performance opens with a mysterious water creature (Hsi…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 02:54AM

Next up for NextStop’s second season by Tim Treanor

Plays by or about Jesus Christ, St. Thomas More, Johannes Gutenberg, Nora Ephron and a talking dog characterize NextStop’s 2014-2015 season, but first, the young Herndon, Virginia company …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 02:10AM

For the Love of Theater by Cara Joy David

A few weeks ago, I wasn't feeling so great. My allergies were bothering me and I was tired, as I often am this time of...

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 02:03AM

Nick Ziobro's A LOT OF LIVIN' TO DO Now Available by Pat Cerasaro

A sterling new debut album from up-and-coming vocalist Nick Ziobro featuring a slew of musical theatre showstoppers titled A LOT OF LIVIN' TO DO is now available to order.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:00AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Bay Area Theater Preview: Tony Kushner’s THE INTELLIGENT HOMOSEXUAL’S GUIDE TO CAPITALISM AND SOCIALISM WITH A KEY TO THE SCRIPTURES (Berkeley Rep by Tony Frankel

TWO TONY’S UNITE FOR ONE OF THE BIGGEST THEATER EVENTS OF THE YEAR For anybody starved for smart and thrilling playwriting, your destination is Berkeley Rep, which is unfurling the West Co…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 01:31AM

Celia Keenan-Bolger & Jimmi Simpson Host Colt Coeur's Spring Benefit Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Celia Keenan-Bolger and Jimmi Simpson will host Colt Coeur's Spring Benefit tonight, May 21st at 630pm at NoMad Loft. The Grand featuring Cormac Bluestone, Susan Goodwillie, Joe Tippett and …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Patricia Kelly Presents GENE KELLY: THE LEGACY in Pittsburgh Tonight by Pat Cerasaro

Historian and executor of the Gene Kelly Estate, Patricia Ward Kelly, will present her fascinating solo show Gene Kelly THE LEGACY in Pittsburgh, PA tonight - an encore presentation of the p…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Marg Helgenberger Stars in Barrington Stage's THE OTHER PLACE, Now thru 6/14 by BroadwayWorld

Barrington Stage Company BSC, the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd and Managing Director Tristan Wilson, welcomes Emm…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Norm Lewis Hosts STARS IN THE ALLEY Outdoor Concert Today, Featuring Kelli O'Hara, Bryce Pinkham and More by BroadwayWorld

STARS IN THE ALLEY, presented by United Airlines, will take place today, May 21st from 1100am-1230pm in Shubert Alley, between Broadway and 8th Avenue. Entrance to the concert is on 44th str…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Tony Nominated Costume Designer Carrie Robbins Brings SAWBONES and THE DIAMOND EATER to HERE, Now thru 6/7 by BroadwayWorld

The celebrated Tony-nominated costume designer Carrie Robbins Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS, GREASE, OVER HERE, who has designed over 30 Broadway productions, turns playwright this spring …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Michael C. Hall and Don Johnson Attend New York Premiere of COLD IN JULY Tonight by Movies News Desk

Tonight, 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…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Sneak Peek - Nathan Lane Guests on Season Finale of MODERN FAMILY Tonight by TV News Desk

Broadway veteran Nathan Lane will guest star on the season finale of ABC's MODERN FAMILY titled The Wedding, Part 2.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

PRAYER FOR THE GUN BUG • OnSite Theatre Company by Andrea

OnSite Theatre's current offering, "Prayer for the Gun Bug" will satisfy the minds and bellies of theatre adventurers. In keeping with the company's tradition of presenting site-specific the…

SOURCE: St. Louis Theatre Snob at 01:24AM

30 Days Of The 2014 Tony Awards: Day #19 - THE PRODUCERS 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 focus on the musical to win mo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00AM

"Gang Related" Stars RZA & Ramon Rodriguez on Fave Heroes & Villains by Young Hollywood

"Gang Related" Stars RZA & Ramon Rodriguez on Fave Heroes & Villains The YH Studio welcomes RZA and Ramon Rodriguez, the stars of Fox's gritty drama series "Gang Related", which aims to make…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Trends: Turning, Turning: Beowulf Boritt on Act One and the Revolutionary Trends Rocking the World of Set Design

The two-time Tony-nominated designer talks about how he came up with a three-story rotating set.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Actors find the human pulse in HBO's 'Normal Heart'

HBO's adaptation of Larry Kramer's play stars Mark Ruffalo, Matt Bomer and Jim Parsons.

SOURCE: USA Today at 12:55AM

The Great Outdoors by Sam Hurwitt

Outdoor theater is everywhere you look this summer, and every summer.

SOURCE: The Idiolect at 12:47AM

'Normal Heart' brings its story of love and AIDS to HBO

It's a story of love amid the terror of HIV and AIDS in the early 1980s.

SOURCE: USA Today at 12:41AM

You Can’t Fight Uncle Sam by Sam Hurwitt

Wonder Woman appeared on the cover of six different comics in December 1976—not including her own series.

SOURCE: The Idiolect at 12:36AM

Independent Spotlight Perth: Humperdinck’s Hansel & Gretel by OperaBox and Love Opera by Cicely Binford

In my quest to investigate all the independent theatre companies and theatre makers in Perth, I noticed that one of the directors I had previously interviewed, Sarah McKellar of North Sea Bo…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 12:10AM

In a Word... Adam Lazarus on the Toronto Festival of Clowns by The Charlebois Post

You Don't Know Clowns!We have enormous variety at the festival and none of it is for kids.by Gaëtan L. CharleboisAdam Lazarus is an award winning actor, director and acting instructor. He i…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 12:03AM

Call For Short Plays by Rochelle Denton

This item from Rob Sullivan, South Street Players Call for original short plays by playwrights from tri-state area. South Street Players (southstreetplayers.org) is seeking short (20 minutes…

SOURCE: NYTE Small Press at 12:02AM

Video of the Week, May 21, 2014 by The Charlebois Post

A gem of a teaser - style, substance and fun - for Citadel's Make Mine Love.

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 12:01AM

Hottest Articles on BWW from Tuesday, May. 20

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from Tuesday, May 20, 2014.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:00AM

Review: The Cloud

Textual relationships collide in Matt Moses' new romantic comedy.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00AM

When We Were Young and Unafraid, Starring Cherry Jones, Begins Off-Broadway by Ryan McPhee

The world premiere of Sarah Treem’s When We Were Young and Unafraid starts preview performances on May 21 at New York City Center—Stage 1, starring Tony winner Cherry Jones. The …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:00AM

Sharr White's The Other Place, Directed by Christopher Innvar of White's Snow Geese, Begins May 21 by Michael Gioia and Andrew Gans

Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe nominee Marg Helgenberger stars in the Barrington Stage Company's production of Sharr White’s The Other Place, which kicks off the company's …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Stars of Bridges, Hedwig, Rocky and Violet Perform Free Stars in the Alley Concert Today! by Adam Hetrick

Tony Award nominees Andy Karl, Kelli O'Hara, Lena Hall and Joshua Henry perform in Stars in the Alley, a free outdoor concert presented by The Broadway League, May 21 beginning at 11 AM …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

THEIR FAVORITE THINGS: Two-Time Tony Winner Katie Finneran Shares Her 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

"The Heat Is On": Miss Saigon Returns to West End for 25th Anniversary, Opening May 21 by Mark Shenton

Miss Saigon, which premiered at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in 1989 — where it ran for a record-breaking run of over ten years — returns to the West End's Prince Edward The…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

PLAYBILL PLAYLIST: Beautiful's Jessie Mueller, Jake Epstein, Anika Larsen, Jarrod Spector Pick Carole King Favorites by Michael Gioia

The Tony Award-nominated Beautiful: The Carole King Musical features the music of Barry Mann, Carole King, Cynthia Weil and Gerry Goffin. Here, the actors who embody the show's songwrite…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Cherry Jones and Zoe Kazan Face Off in World Premiere of When We Were Young And Unafraid by Carey Purcell

The world premiere of When We Were Young And Unafraid, Sarah Treem's new play about an underground women's shelter in the early 1970s, begins May 21.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

How to Succeed in Business, Featuring Jeremy Morse and Becky Gulsvig, Opens at Walnut Street May 21 by Carey Purcell

The Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying officially opens at the Walnut Street Theatre May 21 following previews that began May 13. 

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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