Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Tonys: Inside Information About 5 Exciting Things to Expect from the Show by Scott Feinberg

THR's awards analyst Scott Feinberg reports exciting new details about the show's opening number, musical acts, special performances and presenters.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:41PM

Theatre Review: ‘Hello, Dolly!’ by 2nd Star Productions by Danielle Angeline

Hello, Dolly! is a wealth of soft-shoe numbers, rich singing, and truly a playful plotline currently on stage at the Bowie Playhouse by 2nd Star Productions. From the first note of “I Put …

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 11:35PM

SYTYCD Recap: Was This the Best Audition Show Ever? by Matt Tamanini

I have to admit, the So You Think You Can Dance auditions are not my favorite part of the show. While I still love seeing all of the talented performers, I far prefer the long-form, fully-re…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:03PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Bill Irwin as 'Captain Andy' in San Francisco Opera's SHOW BOAT by Stage Tube

Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II's SHOW BOAT opens San Francisco Opera's Summer Season, running now through July 2, 2014. A watershed of American musical theater, Show Boat receives its …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:46PM

Let's cast the new live-action 'Beauty and the Beast'

Get ready for more fairy tale movies.

SOURCE: USA Today at 10:40PM

Josh Radnor, Leslie Bibb, Randy Graff Set for Powerful Powerhouse Season by Sandi Durell

                NY Theater News by Brian Scott Lipton   Members of the press met some of the cast and creators of New York... The post Josh Radno…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:35PM

‘Arrivals & Departures’ never quite takes off by Frank Scheck

WITH 78 plays to his credit, Alan Ayckbourn’s been compared to Neil Simon and Anton Chekhov. But while he’s given us such brilliant comedies as “The Norman Conquests,” his new...

SOURCE: The New York Post at 10:15PM

Theater Review: Alan Ayckbourn’s Latest, ‘Arrivals & Departures’ by Ben Brantley

“Arrivals & Departures,” part of a trio of Alan Ayckbourn plays running in rep as part of Brits Off Broadway, is a comedy that delves into counterterrorism.

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

Theater Review: The Funny-Sad Complexity of Alan Ayckbourn's Arrivals and Departures by Jesse Green

Arrivals and Departures is Alan Ayckbourn’s 78th play, which means (if I have my math right) he’s written one each year since birth and three before it. (He’s 75.) This may explain or …

SOURCE: Vulture at 10:00PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Geffen "Death of the Author" by Terry Morgan

The domain of higher education has become more treacherous in unexpected ways, and Steven Drukman's clever new play Death of the Author charts the territory with pointed wit. It's unfortunat…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 09:45PM

Just Jim Dale by Theasy.com

Just Jim Dale Off Broadway, Laura Pels Theatre, Roundabout Theatre Company Reviewed by Shani R. Friedman BOTTOM LINE: The talented and energetic multi-hyphenate will delight song and danc…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 09:38PM

The 2014 Tony Awards: Special Tonys and Tony Honors by JK

Congratulations to this year's Special Tony Award and Tony Honors recipients!  And thank you for your service to the theater community and the world at large.LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT&n…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 09:30PM

'Forbidden' Fruit: A Cultural Conversation With Gerard Alessandrini

The creator, writer and co-director of the satirical musical revue "Forbidden Broadway" is at it again, recently unveiling his latest edition, "Forbidden Broadway Comes Out Swinging!"

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal Subscription at 09:11PM

Outr� Theatre Company "Thrill Me" by John Lariviere

Outr� delivers a strong, smartly paced production of this fascinating two person musical.

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 09:11PM

Phylicia Rashad, Jeremy Jordan and More to Star in OUTLIVING EMILY by Movies News Desk

Variety writes that stage and screen vet Phylicia Rashad has joined the film OUTLIVING EMILY, along with Andre Braugher, Alexis Bledel and Kal Penn. Eric Weber writes and directs with Josh S…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:05PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- HEDWIG's Julian Crouch by BroadwayWorld TV

Today we continue our Tonys coverage with Julian Crouch, a nominee for Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Check out what he had to say below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:00PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Bill Condon to Direct Disney's Live-Action Adaptation of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST; Project Gets Writer, Producers by Movies News Desk

BWW reported back in April that a Bill Condon Dreamgirls was the prime candidate to direct Disney's upcoming live-action adaptation of their classic tale BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Now, Variety c…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:36PM

Exclusive! Andy Karl and the Cast of Rocky in the Recording Studio by Broadway.com

Go into the recording studio with Andy Karl, Margo Seibert and co. for the original cast recording of Rocky, now available on Universal Music. 

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 08:22PM

STAGE TUBE: Hugh Jackman Bounces His Way Through a New Tonys Promo! by Stage Tube

Hugh Jackman just revealed a new promo for this Sunday's Tony Awards ceremony in which he can't stop bouncing through life -- literally. Check out the video below, and find out what it all m…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18PM

Review: (Ottawa / Theatre) 9-5 The Musical by The Charlebois Post

Revenge of the Working Girlsby Jim Murchison @JimMurchisonPatricia Resnick’s book and Dolly Parton’s lyrics are quite fun. Orpheus puts its energetic fun stamp on the stage version …

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 08:08PM

They Call Me Q – St. Luke’s Theatre by Sandi Durell

    NY Theater Review By Eric J. Grimm           Quarrat Ann Kadwani’s solo show, They Call Me Q at St. Luke’s Theatre, chronicles her struggle for...…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 08:06PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Secret Art In Minnesota by Joe Patti

The always cool people at Springboard for the Arts (and that isn’t a commentary on Minnesota weather) recently got to do a “TV Takeover” where they explained how they serve…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 07:56PM

Phylicia Rashad, Alexis Bledel Join ‘Outliving Emily’ by Dave McNary

Phylicia Rashad, Andre Braugher, Alexis Bledel and Kal Penn have been added to the “Outliving Emily.” The project is produced by Josh Sugarman through the Tenafly Film Co. “Ou…

SOURCE: Variety at 07:35PM

Off-Broadway Theater Review: ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES (written and directed by Alan Ayckbourn, 59E59 Theaters) by Dmitry Zvonkov

HALF AND HALF Kim Wall delivers a brilliant performance as Barry, an aging municipal employee, in Alan Ayckbourn’s Arrivals and Departures, part of the Brits Off-Broadway Festival at 59E59…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 07:30PM

Character Study: See Sutton Foster Prepare to Get Vulnerable in Broadway's Violet by Broadway.com

See why playing the title role in Broadway's Violet might be Sutton Foster's most vulnerable role to date.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:28PM

Clarence Darrow review - Kevin Spacey shines in barnstorming performance by Michael Billington

Old Vic, LondonWhat emerges clearly in Spacey's magnificent performance as the famed American lawyer, is Clarence Darrow's renegade spiritKevin Spacey's webchat: 10 things we learnedKevin Sp…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:28PM

Bill Condon to Direct Live-Action ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Film For Disney (EXCLUSIVE) by Justin Kroll

With the recent release of “Maleficent,” which grossed more than $170 million worldwide in its opening weekend, Disney is working fast on its next live-action fairytale adaptati…

SOURCE: Variety at 07:13PM

Theater Review: Musical "John & Jen" flourishes in small venue by Lisa Kennedy

Musicals are treated at times as if they are built solely for belting. So each year, when the Cherry Creek Theatre presents its summer musical, it offers up-close-and-personal lessons…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 07:04PM

Clarence Darrow, Old Vic, review: 'Spacey is spellbinding' by Charles Spencer

Kevin Spacey's portrayal of the great US lawyer is a prowling, mesmerising tour-de-force, says Charles Spencer

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 07:01PM

Preview: Vision Quest/Ray BradGary by Raymond Rehayem

You’re invited to silently witness a drug tourist spiritual quest. The drug: Ayahuasca. The travelers: local comedy duo Ray BradGary. The duo, comprised of Brad Einstein and Gary Pascal, h…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 07:00PM

From Oxford Street to the Opera House – Act III: The curtain call by Ben Nielsen

Ben Nielsen brings AussieTheatre readers an epic three act interview series – From Oxford Street to the Opera House – with Australia’s one and only Paul Capsis. Today we share with you…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:00PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- Kelli O'Hara Reveals Why She Feels Like She Already Won by BroadwayWorld TV

Today we continue our Tonys coverage with Kelli O'Hara, a nominee for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for The Bridges of Madison County, who chats about why she feels like she's already wo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:00PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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“Thaïs” – soprano Nino Machaidze stars as the ill-fated Egyptian courtesan – Los Angeles Opera review by Pauline Adamek

Two performances remain for Thaïs– the lush opera by Jules Massenet, starring soprano Nino Machaidze, now being staged by L.A. Opera at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, in downtown Los Ange…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:58PM

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. Edward II at Spotlighters Theatre. “I’m glad I saw this production on the Spotlighters’ stage, the intimacy of which lent itself well to this personal drama…” - April …

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 06:43PM

Review: (Toronto / Opera) Airline Icarus by The Charlebois Post

Going Downby Jason BookerSpoiler alert: Airline Icarus does not feature a happy ending. That may not surprise you though, if you recall the myth of Icarus. He crafted wax wings to strap on h…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 06:42PM

Kevin Spacey Talks ‘House of Cards,’ Presidential Aspirations and His Old Vic Tenure by Variety Staff

“House of Cards” star Kevin Spacey has served as the artistic director of the prestigious Old Vic theatre in London since 2003, but will step down from the position in fall 2015,…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:37PM

‘Frozen’ Easily Tops Weekly Home Video Sales Chart by Whitney Friedlander

A lack of new releases in the home entertainment industry’s no man’s season – the period of time between the Memorial Day weekend and the end of the school year – was all it took for…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:36PM

News: (Toronto) Dora Award Nominations (report) by The Charlebois Post

Tarragon, AtG, YPT score big at Dora Nominations announcementby Beat RiceThe nominees for the 35th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards were announced. On June 23rd at the West Jet stage at Harbou…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 06:33PM

"Ordinary Days" at Round House by Susan Berlin

Ordinary Days, the lovely small musical now at Round House Theatre in Bethesda, Maryland, is about how something as inconsequential as a misplaced piece of paper can change lives�even in imp…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 06:25PM

Bronx native Qurrat Ann Kadwani stars in own one-woman, off-Broadway play 'They Call Me Q' by News 12

A Bronx native is showing off her acting skills in a one-woman, Off-Broadway play that she wrote. THEY CALL ME Q was written by 33-year-old Qurrat Ann Kadwani, who was born in Bombay, Indi…

SOURCE: bronx.news12.com at 06:24PM

Hotel playwright Polly Stenham: 'It's a good experience to get bad reviews'

"It feels a bit like playing for England, or something," says Polly Stenham, gazing out of a window on the fifth floor of the National Theatre. Not that Stenham, 27, is daunted by the prospe…

SOURCE: The Independent at 06:15PM

CLARENCE DARROW – Old Vic SE1 by Libby Purves

ONE GREAT PERFORMER’S TRIBUTE TO ANOTHER The main causes of crime, said the famous American defence lawyer Darrow, are “Poverty, ignorance, hard luck and, generally, youth”. A century …

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 06:14PM

Thanks, Fans! The Cast of Act One Shows Off Their Shiny New Broadway.com Audience Choice Award by Broadway.com

The winners of the 2014 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards have officially been announced, and Act One nabbed this year’s trophy for Favorite New Play! Written and directed by James L…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:13PM

Photo Flash: Inside the 2014 Theatre World Awards with Cranston, Levi & More! by BroadwayWorld

The Theatre World Awards are presented annually at the end of the theatre season to six actors and six actresses for their significant, reviewable, debut performances in a Broadway or Off-Br…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:11PM

"Hands on a Hardbody" Regional Premiere by Richard Green

Before the opening, Mr. Miller said that the concept of directing a cast�even one as talented as this one is�to keep at least one hand (in a Mickey Mouse glove) planted on a new pick-up truc…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 06:09PM

Poster Unveiled For THE LORD & THE MASTER: BROADWAYWORLD.COM SINGS ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER & STEPHEN SONDHEIM by Pat Cerasaro

On Monday, June 16, 2014 at 700pm, BroadwayWorld.com will continue its 2014 concert series at legendary cabaret venue Joe's Pub at The Public Theater, hosting a uniquely contemporary evening…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:05PM

What Is If/Then Tony Nominee Tom Kitt's All-Time Fave Broadway Show? by Broadway.com

If/Then composer Tom Kitt reveals his lovable red carpet secret weapon, his idol and whom he'd like to have a beer with for a "number of hours."

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:03PM

Found My Way, That Way by Reneltta Arluk

(This post is part of the Canadian theatre salon curated by Chantal Bilodeau for the World Theatre Day 2014/Crossing Borders salon series.) I chose to cross borders. I had to. Borders wer…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 06:01PM

Theatre News: Liverpool Empire's Aladdin stars Ray Quinn and Claire Sweeney

First Family Entertainment's Liverpool panto features two former Brookside stars.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM

Review: Stan (Salford)

David Cunningham finds a funny, yet flawed show in the guise of Stan at the King's Arms.

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Photo Exclusive: Angela Lansbury Honored in Special Cabaret at Cafe de Paris by Darren Bell

The cast of West End's Blithe Spirit performed a special cabaret in honor of Angela Lansbury at the Cafe de Paris, directed by Michael Blakemore. Featured performers included Janie Dee, Cha…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:59PM

Theater Review: The Funny-Sad Complexity of Alan Ayckbourn's Arrivals and Departures

"His plays are memory palaces, and (because they are funny) forgetting palaces too."-- Delivered by Feed43 service

SOURCE: Vulture at 05:57PM

Clear Channel Spectacolor to Simulcast the 2014 Tony Awards in Times Square by Broadway's Best Shows

Clear Channel Spectacolor, a brand division of Clear Channel Outdoor (NYSE: CCO), in partnership with the Times Square Alliance and the City of New York, announced today the sixth annual sim…

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

The Broadway.com Show: If/Then Sweeps! Peggy Olson Takes B’way! Alan Cumming vs. NPH?! by Broadway.com

Holy sh*t! In this week’s jam-packed episode of The Broadway.com Show, stars reveal their favorite curse words, Neil Patrick Harris swaps spit with his fans, Hugh Jackman is crowned St…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:56PM

"Dorian's Descent" in Hollywood by Sharon Perlmutter

I have seen several attempts to put The Picture of Dorian Gray on stage. Be it play, musical, or dance, people keep trying to dramatize the piece, sensing its inherent theatricality. And whi…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 05:51PM

BWW TV: Leslie Bibb, Christopher Gattelli & More Preview Powerhouse Summer Season! by BroadwayWorld TV

New York Stage and Film and Vassar College, this summer celebrating the 30th year of their Powerhouse Theater collaboration, will soon present their upcoming Powerhouse Theater Season, runni…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:50PM

Celebrity Love Letter: Jane Lynch | ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’ (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

The Tony-nominated Beautiful-The Carole King Musical received a video love letter from Jane Lynch. Jane, you do Carole proud. You’re quite the NATURAL singer yourself!

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:49PM

MTI and iTheatrics Celebrate Turnaround Arts Program at The White House by BroadwayWorld

Music Theatre International MTI and iTheatrics recently joined First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House to support The President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities' PCAH successf…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:49PM

'Fiddler' celebrates its 50th anniversary by Justin Rocket Silverman

Talk about tradition! On Monday, Broadway’s legendary “Fiddler on the Roof” will celebrate its 50th anniversary — and dozens of Tevyes, Goldes, Tzeitels and Yentes from the …

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 05:48PM

The Afternoon Report, Wednesday, June 4, 2014 by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Brought to you by Boneau/Bryan-Brown Wednesday, June 4, 2014 Today’s Tweets from BBB Follow us on Twitter – http://twitter.com/BBBway RT @broadwaycom: They’ve found a new baby! Wat…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 05:47PM

Tony Time: Nominations for Best Costume Design of a Musical (Photos) by Chris Luner

What would Broadway’s big musicals be without their big costume designs?! Nothing! The costume design of a Broadway musical truly creates magic on stage. Many times, the actors in thes…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 05:41PM

Circle in the Square Theatre School Summer Workshops to Award $1K Theodore Mann Scholarship by BroadwayWorld

In memory of New York theater legend Theodore Mann a 1,000 Scholarship will be awarded to one outstanding performer ages 15 and up for the Summer Workshops in acting or musical theater at Ci…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:35PM

BWW TV: Tony Nominee Bryce Pinkham Debuts Teaser for THE BROADWAY FASHION REPORT; to Air Exclusively on BroadwayWorld.com After the Tonys! by BroadwayWorld

Tony Award-nominee Antonio R. Marion Big Fish, Evita, Ghost will host a new web-series with Hollywood style expert Erin McSherry Jesse Tyler Ferguson, 50 Cent, Sofia Vergara, along with Tony…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:33PM

Photo Coverage: Hinton Battle Performs SOMETHING NEW at 54 Below by Walter McBride

On Tuesday June 3, Hinton Battle unveiled a new chapter in his career when 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club presented SOMETHING NEW, a performance introducing his soon to be released new CD,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:30PM

Adorable Pooches Star In New Appaws-Worthy Tony Awards Promotional Video by Pat Cerasaro

An adorable group of pettable pooches star in the new promotional advertisement for this Sunday's 2014 Tony Awards on CBS, hosted by another famous furry friend, X-MEN's Wolverine himself, H…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:29PM

CUNY TV's 'Asian American Life' Series to Look at Broadway Asia, Beg. 6/6 by TV News Desk

For its June edition, CUNY TV's ASIAN AMERICAN LIFE series presents stories about the adoption of Asians in America and profiles adoption service Also Known As features basketball superstar …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:29PM

Critic’s Notebook: Spoleto Festival USA Offers Tension and Balance by Eric Grode

The suspense of Daphne du Maurier, the mystique of the circus and the smothering bosom of a meddlesome family, all at the Spoleto Festival USA in Charleston, S.C.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:28PM

What Classic Play Did A Raisin in the Sun Tony Nominee Anika Noni Rose Suck In? by Broadway.com

A Raisin in the Sun Tony nominee Anika Noni Rose shares her fave gossip buddy, dream role and fantasy movie project.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:27PM

Music Theatre International and iTheatrics Celebrate Turnaround Arts Program at The White House by BroadwayWorld

Music Theatre International MTI and iTheatrics recently joined First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House to support The President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities' PCAH successf…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:25PM

'Haymaker' a clever parody of action movies by Nina Metz

THEATER REVIEWS: "Haymaker" by the Neo-Futurists ★★★ and "Love Tapes" by The Inconvenience ★★½ THEATER REVIEWS: "Haymaker" by the Neo-Futurists ★★…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 05:19PM

Photo Coverage: Leslie Uggams Previews CLASSIC UGGAMS at 54 Below by Walter McBride

Broadway legend Leslie Uggams returns to 54 Below for two performances only Best known for her Tony Award-winning role in Hallelujah, Baby, as well as the groundbreaking miniseries, Roots, M…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick to reunite on Broadway

Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick will be back together again on Broadway in a revival of Terrence McNally’s “It’s Only a Play.” The ensemble also will include Tony Award winner Stoc…

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 05:18PM

Photo Coverage: Josh Radnor, Leslie Bibb & More Preview 30th Anniversary Powerhouse Season by Walter McBride

New York Stage and Film and Vassar College, this summer celebrating the 30th year of their Powerhouse Theater collaboration, will soon present their upcoming Powerhouse Theater Season, runni…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:17PM

2014 Tony Awards: A Round of Appaws! (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

The Tony Awards asked the dogs of BarkBox how they felt about this year’s nominations. Some of their answers may surprise you!

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:15PM

Cheyenne Jackson to Bring Music of MAD MEN to The Cabaret at the Columbia Club in Indy, 7/11-12 by BroadwayWorld

Get shaken and stirred as star of Broadway, GLEE and 30 Rock takes you back to an era when bossa nova was new, the lounges of Vegas were cool, and dance music spun on every hi-fi. Slip on yo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:15PM

Hot Shot! The Cast of After Midnight Celebrates the Unveiling of Duke Ellington Way in Times Square by Lindsay Champion

The hit Broadway jazz revue After Midnight is packed with toe-tapping Duke Ellington songs—so it seems apropos that West 47th Street, where the Tony-nominated musical plays, should be …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:15PM

Justin Bartha, Rose Leslie and Gina Rodriguez Join Ray Liotta in STICKY NOTES Film by Movies News Desk

Rose Leslie, Justin Bartha and Gina Rodriguez have joined Ray Liotta in the cast of STICKY NOTES, the directorial debut of screenwriter Amanda Harlib. The film, which is currently lensing i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:10PM

Putting the Mud in “Macbeth” by Sophie Brickman

Using fake rain and imported soil, a New York City production of the Scottish play has become a dirty business.

SOURCE: The New Yorker Subscription at 05:10PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- Jonathan Tunick and Linda Cho by BroadwayWorld TV

It's Tonys season The 2014 Tony Awards will broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City, on CBS, on Sunday, June 8th 800 - 1100 p.m. The ceremony is less than a week away, and…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:08PM

House of Cards' Kevin Spacey told off audience member after phone rang during 'Clarence Darrow'

Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey told off an audience member on the opening night of his one-man show on Wednesday, when their phone rang during a powerful speech.

SOURCE: The Independent at 05:07PM

House of Cards' Kevin Spacey tells off audience member after phone rang during 'Clarence Darrow'

Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey told off an audience member on the opening night of his one-man show on Wednesday, when their phone rang during a powerful speech.

SOURCE: The Independent at 05:07PM

Clear Channel Spectacolor to Simulcast the 2014 Tony Awards® in Times Square by Suzanna Bowling

Grab you blanket, some food and drinks and head to Duffy Square to watch the Tony Awards: Clear Channel Spectacolor, a brand division of Clear Channel Outdoor (NYSE: CCO), in partnership wit…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 05:05PM

Trap Door Theatre re-examines Camus’ ‘Regarding the Just’

Trap Door Theatre’s newest production is “Regarding the Just,” translated by Pascal Collin and Nicholas Le Guevel from “Les Justes,” the play by Albert Camus.

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 05:04PM

BWW Countdown: You Get to Rank Your Favorite Audra McDonald Roles by Matt Tamanini

There is little doubt who is the reigning queen of Broadway. With five Tony Awards and eight nominations in just 20 years, Audra McDonald has held that title for quite a while now. In additi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:02PM

Photo Flash: After Midnight Rocks Out in Times Square and Renames 47th Street After Duke Ellington

Check out photos from a post-matinee jam session on Broadway.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Theatre News: Details announced for third annual 'Les Mis v Phantom' charity football match

The event on 3 August will raise funds for CRY and The Lewis Marsh Foundation

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:00PM

Review: Pests (Theatre Royal, Plymouth)

Pacy and punchy, Pests at the Theatre Royal, Plymouth, is a must-see

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:00PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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San Francisco Theater Review: SHOW BOAT (SF Opera) by Paul Selar

SHOW BOAT JUST KEEPS ROLLING ALONG At San Francisco Opera’s summer company premiere of Show Boat, the first image at the War Memorial Opera House is a proscenium-high curtain depicting…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 04:59PM

Bryan Cranston Developing ‘Dangerous Book for Boys’ TV Series (EXCLUSIVE) by Cynthia Littleton

Bryan Cranston’s Moon Shot Entertainment is getting down to business in developing television projects through his Moon Shot Entertainment banner. The “Breaking Bad” star&#…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:58PM

STAGE TUBE: Barrett Foa Goes Behind the Scenes of the Tony Awards! by Stage Tube

NCIS LOS ANGELES's Barrett Foa is reprising his role as social media reporter for THE 68TH ANNUAL TONY AWARDS, which will be broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City, Sunda…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:57PM

Handicapping the 2014 Tony Awards

Who will win Broadway’s 2014 Tony Awards, announced Sunday, June 8, in a CBS telecast? Times theater critic Misha Berson makes some predictions.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 04:54PM

The O’Neill: Art, Money, Home by HowlRound

By Brian Hashimoto. There are those of us that don’t buy into the Broadway idealism as much and more often find more gratification and excitement in other performance environments, and we …

SOURCE: HowlRound at 04:51PM

Seattle talent figures in Tony-nominated shows

Seattle Times theater critic Misha Berson critiques some big Broadway shows, in time for the Sunday, June 8, Tony Awards. Nominees include Seattle playwright Robert Schenkkan’s “All the …

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 04:51PM

Jessie Mueller’s Best Songs in “Beautiful” by Jose Solis

If anything, the Original Broadway Cast Recording of “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” (now in stores from Ghostlight Records) proves that Jessie Mueller does pure magic with her voic…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 04:51PM

Bricolage's 'OJO' takes theatergoers on adventure

From the folks who brought you the massive Downtown theater event known as "STRATA" comes "OJO," a world premiere immersive theater experience billed as "the next ge…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 04:50PM

‘Ordinary Days’ is an extraordinarily charming musical of questing young New Yorkers by Peter Marks

If life really were more like a musical, you’d be contented if that life percolated as vibrantly as does “Ordinary Days,” Adam Gwon’s sweet, fleet and tender survey of four youngish …

SOURCE: Washington Post at 04:49PM

Catch up with the best show tunes before the Tony Awards by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Back in the day, Broadway songs often became million-selling hits that wormed their way into America’s subconsciousness (remember “Tonight,” from “West Side Story”?) Now this happe…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 04:48PM

PHOTO CALL: Inside the Theatre World Awards; Karimloo, Cordero, Worsham, Steele, Levi, Okonedo, O'Dowd and More Honored For Outstanding Debuts by Matthew Blank

Winners of the 70th Annual Theatre World Awards were celebrated June 2 at a private ceremony at Circle in the Square. Theatre journalist Peter Filichia once again hosted.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:44PM

Odds & Ends: First Wives Club Could Be Broadway-Bound, Philip Seymour Hoffman on Happiness & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. First Wives Club Could Be Broadway-Bound The stage adaptation of the hit 1996 movie First Wives Club, which didn't ma…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:38PM

New Details On Robert Lopez & Kristen Anderson-Lopez's New Musical UP HERE by Pat Cerasaro

A plethora of tantalizing new details pertaining to the just-announced new musical UP HERE penned by FROZEN songwriting duo Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez have emerged.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:37PM

Dance finds a home at Three Rivers Arts Festival

After a hiatus dance returned last year to the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival. As people perused art installations and vendors' booths, performers interacted with them in Gateway…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 04:35PM

BULLETS OVER BROADWAY Stars Zach Braff & Betsy Wolfe Perform Live on “The Today Show” by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

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SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 04:32PM

ONSTAGE & BACKSTAGE: How a Young, Sweaty Zach Braff Got His Big Break by Seth Rudetsky

A week in the life of actor, radio and TV host, music director and writer Seth Rudetsky.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:30PM

ONSTAGE & BACKSTAGE: How a Young, Sweaty Zach Braff Got His Big Break by Seth Rudetsky

A week in the life of actor, radio and TV host, music director and writer Seth Rudetsky.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:28PM

How Does Central Park Change Shakespeare? by Mark Blankenship

Much Ado About Nothing star Steel Burkhardt on what happens to plays during Shakespeare in the Park — “In the park, you know that everyone is experiencing the same thing at the …

SOURCE: TDF at 04:19PM

Setting the Stage: An Interview with the O’Neill Stage Managers by HowlRound

By Aislinn Frantz. The O’Neill is a space for the playwright to explore the boundaries of his/her piece (play, musical, song, puppet). The success of a piece doesn’t always have the end …

SOURCE: HowlRound at 04:19PM

New Poster Unveiled For Jessica Chastain & Colin Farrell In Liv Ullmann's MISS JULIE by Pat Cerasaro

An extended look at acclaimed actress and director Liv Ullmann's upcoming stage-to-screen adaptation of August Stringberg's MISS JULIE is now available, showcasing film stars Jessica Chastai…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:18PM

Theater News: Anika Noni Rose, Andy Karl, and All the Way Will Be Honored at the Broadway Beacon Awards

The cast of Broadway's Jersey Boys will perform at the event.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Backstage With 2014 Tony Nominees Jessie Mueller, Andy Karl, Lena Hall, and Sophie Okonedo - Vogue

With the Tony Awards fast approaching, we went backstage with some of this year’s most buzzed-about nominees. Here, we catch up with Lena Hall of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Jessie Mueller …

SOURCE: Vogue at 03:57PM

Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Cynthia Nixon Among Stars Set for New Season WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? by TV News Desk

Who Do You Think You Are continues to delve into the personal family histories of some of the most public names. The season premieres Wednesday, July 23 at 98c.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:51PM

2014 Tony Playlist! Stream Tracks From Kelli O’Hara, Jessie Mueller & More Best Actress Nominees by Broadway.com

The 2014 Tony Awards are just around the corner, and if you’re like us, you’ve been rocking out to Broadway cast recordings nonstop for the last few weeks. As the countdown to Ju…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:49PM

Rodriguez, North Park Theatre a twin win

A sold-out Tuesday concert by Rodriguez helped usher in new era for North Park Theatre.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 03:47PM

Photo Coverage: Paul Stuart Windows Celebrate Broadway: Ken Fallin-A Salute to the Tonys by Walter McBride

Extensive window displays as well as a storewide presentation of Broadway memorabilia run through June 30th at thePaul Stuart flagship located at Madison Avenue at 45th Street. The exhibit f…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:45PM

Jennifer Hudson Will Perform Song from FINDING NEVERLAND at the Tony Awards! by BroadwayWorld

Earlier today, The New York Post's Michael Riedel reported that the highly anticipated new musical FINDING NEVERLAND, which tells the story of J.M. Barrie and the creation of 'Peter Pan,' ha…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:38PM

Anika Noni Rose, Andy Karl & ALL THE WAY to be Honored at Broadway Beacon Awards, 6/23 by BroadwayWorld

Inside Broadway's Executive Director Michael Presser has announced that this year, Inside Broadway will honor 2014 Tony Award nominees Anika Noni Rose A Raisin in the Sun, Tony Award-winner …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:36PM

Jennifer Hudson to Perform a Song from ‘Finding Neverland’ at the Tony Awards by Gordon Cox

Jennifer Hudson will perform a song from Harvey Weinstein’s Broadway-targeted musical version of “Finding Neverland” during the Tony Awards as part of a telecast that will …

SOURCE: Variety at 03:29PM

Are Hollywood Stars Ruining Broadway? by Diamond Grant

Who doesn’t love a Hollywood starlet? An entire tabloid industry has been built around them. They spearhead films that gross billions at the box office each year. Usually, their lives …

SOURCE: broadwaytour.net at 03:28PM

Stage Door: A LOSS OF ROSES by Fern Siegel

William Inge is a dark chronicler of small-town Midwest lives. The roles of alcohol and sexual impropriety are familiar threads in his work -- a striking contrast to the white-picket fence w…

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 03:27PM

Oscar Winner Jennifer Hudson Will Perform Song from Finding Neverland on Tony Awards by Andrew Gans

A selection from the new musical Finding Neverland, which will take flight this July at the American Repertory Theater under the direction of Tony Award winner Diane Paulus, will be featured…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:27PM

June 4, 2014 | Broadway Photo of The Day by Broadway's Best Shows

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

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 03:26PM

Report From New York: Violet Shines From Foster’s Glow, But Show Itself Is A Bit Dimmer by Bill Hirschman

Something is missing that makes the revival of Violet a fully-satisfying production. It seems inconceivable that it might be “heart,” which would seem to be the strongest suit of a show …

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 03:19PM

Encounters : Daniel Nardicio: Closing a Gay Generation Gap by Tim Murphy

The gay night-life producer mixes 20-something go-go dancers with vintage Broadway legends for a good-naturedly tawdry summertime romp.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:18PM

Photo Coverage: Red Carpet Fashions at the Drama Desk Awards! by Walter McBride

Earlier this week, Drama Desk and Tony Award winner Laura Benanti 'The Sound of Music Live', Gypsy, Women On The Verge of a Nervous Breakdown hosted the 59th Annual Drama Desk Awards at The …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:18PM

Variety Launches New ‘Contenders’ Site for Awards Season by Variety Staff

It’s called awards season, but really, the pursuit of kudos gold has become a year-round preoccupation for showbiz insiders. To wit, it seems like just yesterday Matthew McConaughey was th…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:17PM

White Cherry Entertainment Brings Sting, Alan Cummings, Idina Menzel, Bradley Cooper, Will Farrell and More to the Tony Awards by Suzanna Bowling

White Cherry Entertainment Brings Sting, Alan Cummings, Idina Menzel, Bradley Cooper, Will Farrell and More to the Tony Awards: The 68TH Tony Awards, live from Radio City Music Hall, Sunday,…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 03:13PM

Podcast with Motown The Musical’s JARREN MUSE by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:12PM

Photo Flash: THE ELEPHANT MAN Broadway Artwork Revealed! by BroadwayWorld

Tickets are now available exclusively to American Express Card Members for two-time Academy Award nominee Bradley Cooper, Academy Award nominee Patricia Clarkson and Alessandro Nivola in Ber…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:12PM

‘Modern Family’ Star Jesse Tyler Ferguson Recalls His Worst Audition Ever by Andrea Seikaly

Though he regularly garners laughs as Mitchell Pritchett on ABC’s “Modern Family,” Jesse Tyler Ferguson’s road to success was paved with a few awkward auditions. The …

SOURCE: Variety at 03:12PM

FIRST WIVES CLUB Musical Heading to Broadway in Fall 2015? by BroadwayWorld

According to an Equity casting notice, the musical version of The First Wives Club might be heading to Broadway in Fall 2015. The musical, which premiered at San Diego's Old Globe in 2009, i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:05PM

Photos! Stars Raise a Glass on Opening Night of Off-Broadway’s Just Jim Dale by Broadway.com

In the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Just Jim Dale, the Tony winner shares a selection of showbiz tales, from his childhood performing on the British music hall stage to his Broad…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:02PM

Photo: First Look - Tony Winner Andrea Martin Stars in NBC's WORKING THE ENGELS by TV News Desk

Tony Award winning actress Andrea Martin Pippin, Young Frankenstein, My Favorite Year will star in NBC's midseason family comedy WORKING THE ENGELS.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:02PM

Road to the Tonys: The Golden Links With Oscar and Emmy by Tim Gray

All awards shows have similarities: The advance handicapping, the opening of the envelope, the winner’s list of thank-you’s (weeping is optional). But in fact, there are other ways in wh…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:00PM

Exclusive Photo Flash: BULLETS OVER BROADWAY's 'Atta Girls' Bring William Ivey Long's Fashions to Life - Part 2 by BroadwayWorld

The ladies of Bullets of Over Broadway have been hard at work both on and off the stage, having just put together a stunning series of photos that tribute the Tony-nominated costume designs …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM

Theater News: Center Theatre Group Announces 2014-2015 Douglas Theatre Season

Plays by David Mamet, Todd Almond, and more will be featured during the mainstage season.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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A Third-Act Twist for the San Diego Opera

The San Diego Opera averted a shock closure and transformed what had been a pending tragedy for the company into a nail-biting comedy—all thanks to crowdfunding. Opera is a medley of d…

SOURCE: Backstage at 02:57PM

Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick to reunite in Broadway production of Terrence McNally's 'It's Only a Play' by Associated Press Entertainment Staff

Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick will be back together again on Broadway in a revival of Terrence McNally's "It's Only a Play."

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 02:57PM

Inside Broadway Honors All The Way, Anika Noni Rose, Andy Karl and More by Suzanna Bowling

Inside Broadway Honors All The Way, Anika Noni Rose, Andy Karl and More: Inside Broadway’s Executive Director Michael Presser is pleased to announce that this year, Inside Broadway will ho…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 02:54PM

Follow Along with the Tonys Second Screen

TonyAwards.com provides an award-winning, live scrolling on-line companion to the CBS telecast on June 8.

SOURCE: Tony Awards at 02:50PM

Here’s Why You Best Be Following the Tony Awards on Instagram

Seven reasons why you should be following the Tony Awards' official instagram.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 02:49PM

Susan Bernfield Wins Lilly Award by Martin Denton

Congratulations to Indie Theater Now playwright Susan Bernfield, who is one of this year’s winners of the Lilly Awards! Susan received this recognition for her contribution to the wor…

SOURCE: NYTE Small Press at 02:46PM

LOS MONÓLOGOS DE LA VAGINA Announces $30 Student Rush Policy by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Los Monólogos de la Vagina, the acclaimed and unprecedented Spanish language production of Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues at the Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street), today announc…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 02:43PM

NCIS and Buyer & Cellar’s Barrett Foa Is the Social Media Reporter for the Tony’s by Suzanna Bowling

NCIS and Buyer & Cellar's Barrett Foa Is the Social Media Reporter for the Tony's

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 02:39PM

VIDEO: BULLETS OVER BROADWAY's Zach Braff & Betsy Wolfe Perform on Today! by TV News Desk

The actors treated the live audience to a performance of the show-stopping number, I've Found a New Baby.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:38PM

Cover & Track Listing Revealed For JERSEY BOYS Movie Soundtrack, Out 6/24 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 and a first look at the cover and track listing is now a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:37PM

Broadway Sessions to Welcome Cast Members from IF/THEN, ROCKY & More Tomorrow by BroadwayWorld

BROADWAY SESSIONS is described as an evening of musical performances, games and open mic featuring a new Broadway guest each week. The show is created and hosted by Ben Cameron Bway Wicked, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:24PM

Oscar & Grammy Winner Jennifer Hudson Will Perform a Song From Finding Neverland at the Tonys by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Oscar and Grammy winner Jennifer Hudson, who has previously admitted to dreaming of appearing on Broadway, will perform a number from new tuner Finding Neverland on this year’s To…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:21PM

SALLY FIELD ANNOUNCED AS GUEST SPEAKER AT LYNN SAGE CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION (LSCRF) ANNUAL FALL BENEFIT LUNCHEON ON OCTOBER 14, 2014 by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:13PM

Cinderella’s Fran Drescher Gets Her Portrait at Sardi’s by Suzanna Bowling

Cinderella's Fran Drescher Gets Her Portrait at Sardi's

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 02:07PM

F. Murray Abraham, Stockard Channing & Megan Mulally to Star in ‘It’s Only a Play’ Alongside Matthew Broderick & Nathan Lane by Broadway's Best Shows

Producers Tom Kirdahy, Roy Furman, and Ken Davenport announced today that Academy Award® winner F. Murray Abraham, Tony Award® winner Matthew Broderick, Tony Award® winner Stockard Channi…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 02:05PM

Hedwig and the Allure of the Un-Tainted Show by The Mick

The end of a very long story is this: I did not see Hedwig and the Angry Inch in the late 90s or early ‘aughts. Despite ample opportunity, and friends urging me to do so, I opted out o…

SOURCE: The Craptacular at 02:04PM

RIVERWEST MUSIC FESTIVAL TO BRING FORWARD THINKING DANCE MUSIC ACTS TO CHICAGO FOR ITS INAUGURAL YEAR THREE-DAY ELECTRONIC DANCE MUSIC FESTIVAL TO T by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:04PM

HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME featured in The New York Times by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

A Tupac for Everyone ‘Holler if Ya Hear Me’ Uses Songs by Tupac Shakur By Jon Caramanica Published June 4, 2014 In the spring of 2001, Todd Kreidler met his boss, the playwright August W…

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

Top 10 Unforgettable Moments of Theatre Going by Elliot Lanes

2014 marks my 39th year of attending theatre. As you might imagine some shows stick out in my memory more than others. The word unforgettable can be taken two ways. Some shows are unforgetta…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 02:00PM

'Pride Month' kicks off with party at Three Sixty

Vital Voice gala marks start of June's LGBT awareness events

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 02:00PM

Theatre News: Paul Miller announces first season as Orange Tree artistic director

Miller is the first new artistic director in the Richmond venue's 43-year history

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 02:00PM

The Return of the Backstage Readers’ Choice Awards!

Backstage needs your help! We’re bringing back our Readers’ Choice Awards this year, and that means we need Backstage readers to weigh in on the best that’s out there when …

SOURCE: Backstage at 02:00PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Boston Ballet performs ‘Bella Figura’ at the Kennedy Center by Sarah Kaufman

What will ballet look like in 50 years? Will it have entered a neo-romantic period, where a flowing quality of movement and fleeting states of feeling are seen as revelatory, if not revoluti…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 01:57PM

Review: (Montreal / Dance) Antigone Sr. by The Charlebois Post

(photo by Bengt Gustafsson)Twenty Looks at the mind and soul of Trajal Harrellby Chad DembskiA 10 minute introduction at the beginning of the evening greets the audience and serves as a good…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 01:57PM

2014 Tony Preview: Rock Stars and Women Pondering Life's Choices are Best Actress in a Musical Nominees

Mary Bridget Davies channels late great rock and blues singer Janis Joplin in A Night With Janis Joplin. Sutton Foster plays a woman who hopes a preacher can fix a scar from a long-ago…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:56PM

Character Actress Anna Berger Dead by Hilary Lewis

She previously had parts in "The Sopranos," "Everybody Loves Raymond," Adam Sandler's "You Don't Mess With the Zohan" and the original "Taking of Pelham One Two Three."read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:55PM

Zachary Quinto and Matt Bomer Introduce Educator Honor At This Year’s Tony Awards by Suzanna Bowling

Zachary Quinto and Matt Bomer Introduce Educator Honor At This Year’s Tony Awards

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 01:52PM

Music Theatre International and Itheatrics Celebrate The Turnaround Arts Program as Guests Attending a Special Event at The White House by Jasonc

The President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities announces that after a successful two-year pilot, Turnaround Arts will expand into an additional 19 school districts in 11 states. …

SOURCE: Music Theatre International at 01:36PM

Jane Lynch Will Emcee Lyric Opera of Chicago's 60th Anniversary Concert, 11/1 by BroadwayWorld

Lyric Opera general director Anthony Freud today announced that Jane Lynch, the Emmy-winning actress acclaimed for portraying coach Sue Sylvester on the hit television series Glee, will serv…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:35PM

After Midnight Cleans Up at the Astaire Awards by Sparkman Clark

After Midnight Cleans Up at the Astaire Awards: The hottest names in Broadway choreography and dancing convened at NYU’s Skirball Center for the Performing Arts on June 2nd for the 32nd An…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 01:33PM

Production News: Paines Plough to launch portable theatre with Northern Stage at Edinburgh by Nicola Merrifield

Paines Plough is to launch its portable in-the-round theatre in August at Edinburgh Festival Fringe venue Summerhall, where it will partner with Northern Stage to present a series of perform…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:31PM

Neil Patrick Harris, James Monroe Iglehart & Tyne Daly Set for AT THE TONYS Preview Special, 6/7 by BroadwayWorld

CBS 2 New York will air its annual Tony Awards preview special, AT THE TONYS WITH DANA TYLER, on Saturday, June 7 from 700-730 p.m.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30PM

Idina! DanRad! NPH! 2014 Broadway.com Audience Choice Award Winners Announced by Broadway.com

As first revealed to leading lady Idina Menzel on Show People with Paul Wontorek, the new musical If/Then swept the 2014 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards, the only major theatrical prize …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:26PM

After Midnight Guest Star Fantasia Barrino Passes the Torch to Grammy Winner Patti LaBelle by Broadway.com

There might have been some “Stormy Weather” in New York City on June 3, but that didn’t stop the cast of After Midnight from welcoming their new special guest star Patti La…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:20PM

They’ve Found a New Baby! Watch Zach Braff & Betsy Wolfe Perform a Number From Bullets Over Broadway by Ryan McPhee

Bullets Over Broadway stars Zach Braff and Betsy Wolfe stopped by 30 Rock on June 4 to provide a glimpse of the Woody Allen-penned tuner on The Today Show. Dressed up to the nines (or at lea…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:17PM

F. Murray Abraham and Stockard Channing Join Megan Mullally & More in Broadway-Bound IT'S ONLY A PLAY by BroadwayWorld

Producers Tom Kirdahy, Roy Furman, and Ken Davenport announced today that Academy Award winner F. Murray Abraham, Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick, Tony Award winner Stockard Channing, To…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:15PM

Review: Vieux Carre (Raven Theatre) by Scotty Zacher

Sincerely staged by Cody Estle, Vieux Carre is a sardonic celebration of desperation - it’s never wrong to spend 150 minutes in Tenneessee Williams’ complex company. (read more and watch…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 01:15PM

Spotlight On...John C. Egan by Michael Block

Name: John Christopher EganHometown: Eagan, MN Education: Eagan High School, The Juilliard SchoolSelect credits: Wandering Bark Co./Lunar Energy, Three Sticks, The Wild Plan, The Brechovians…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:15PM

Dinner and a Show: Where to Eat Before ‘The Lion King’ by Ebehan

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SOURCE: NewYork.com at 01:14PM

Photos! New York Rangers Fave Ron Duguay Has Nothin’ But a Good Time in Rock of Ages Cameo by Broadway.com

The New York Rangers are teaming up with the hit Broadway rock musical Rock of Ages for a two-week celebration of the Stanley Cup Final! Former Rangers all-star and MSG Network Hockey Analys…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:12PM

STAGE TUBE: Carole King Talks BEAUTIFUL, Tonys & More on MORNING JOE by Stage Tube

Legendary singersongwriter Carole King stopped by MSNBC's MORNING JOE today, where she opened up about BEAUTIFUL and the show's seven Tony Award nominations. Check out her interview below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:10PM

Five Burning Questions with Casa Valentina Star Gabriel Ebert

Tony Award winner Gabriel Ebert recalls his Tony night surprise and his favorite Harvey Fierstein story and shares what he considers his happy place to be.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 01:07PM

Isabella Rossellini gives the birds and bees talk about actual birds and bees in Green Porno by Michael Lyons

'I just know that people are interested in sex, feel squeamish, so I’ve got to capitalize on that'

SOURCE: National Post (Canada) at 01:06PM

Podcast with JUST GENDER film director GEORGE ZUBER by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:06PM

Actor Fired After Removing Anti-Gay Heckler at Repertory East Playhouse by Chris Luner

The stage is meant to be one of the safest places in the world. However, our lives far too often are brought into the theatre today and interrupt the performances we attend. Hecklers are no…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 01:03PM

Film and TV Stars Set To Crash Tony Awards by Gordon Cox

Take a stroll through the theater district these days, and one thing is obvious: You’re just as likely to come across a Hollywood name on a Broadway marquee as you are on a screen. Film an…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:00PM

Why Theater and the Tonys Still Matter by Tim Gray

People in showbiz love to hand out awards, and love even more to mock them. Of all the biggies (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony), the Antoinette Perry Awards receive the most ribbing, with peop…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:00PM

VIDEO: Tony Nominee Jefferson Mays Goes Behind-the-Scenes of 'GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE' by Stage Tube

Below, A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER star and Tony nominee Jefferson Mays gives a behind-the-scenes look at the hit Broadway musical from his dressing room at the Walter Kerr Theatr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00PM

In the Spotlight Series: In the Tonys Photo Booth with Nominee Joe Benincasa by Walter McBride

Below you can check out photos of special honoree Joe Benincasa, in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In the Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00PM

Review: La fanciulla del West (Holland Park)

Puccini's all too rarely seen Wild West opera fires the opening shots in OHP's new season

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:00PM

Theater News: Finding Neverland Musical Announces Full Cast

Diane Paulus directs the production with a score by Gary Barlow and Elliot Kennedy.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Theater News: Star-Studded Casting Announced for Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick-Led Broadway Revival

Jack O'Brien's production of Terrence McNally's It's Only A Play will play the Schoenfeld Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Review: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Globe by Camilla Gurtler

When the Globe opened the doors for foreign companies performing Shakespeare in their native language with Globe to Globe in 2012, they opened up Shakespeare’s beloved texts to new possib…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 12:59PM

MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL AND iTHEATRICS CELEBRATE THE TURNAROUND ARTS PROGRAM AS GUESTS ATTENDING A SPECIAL EVENT AT THE WHITE HOUSE by Michael Roberts

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SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:58PM

Obituaries: Obituary: Randal Kinkead by Michael Quinn

Born into a respectable but unhappy Church of Ireland family in Lisburn, County Antrim, Randal Kinkead escaped his dour Northern Irish home life for equally unhappy schooldays as a boarder a…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:58PM

Buyer & Cellar, A One Man Homerun by Sparkman Clark

Buyer & Cellar, A One Man Homerun: I went into Buyer & Cellar without knowing what to expect or anything about the show for that matter.

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:55PM

First Wives Club Musical Eyes Broadway Run by Adam Hetrick

The once Broadway-aimed musical First Wives Club is making another go at a Main Stem premiere according to an Equity casting notice. The production will play a pre-Broadway Chicago run next …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:51PM

BwayTunes.com Launches by Andy Propst

Starting this week, music theater lovers will find they have a new must-visit online destination ....

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 12:50PM

Oh, That Tony (Award, that is) - 1958 by Bill Rosenfield

Musical aficionados old and new still marvel that West Side Story lost the Tony to The Music Man in 1958. How could such a thing happen? But I don’t wonder -- awards in the entertainment b…

SOURCE: www.bwaytunes.com at 12:50PM

Review: Wolf Hall, Aldwych Theatre by Briony Rawle

Christopher Oram’s sparse set looms ominously above this exciting adaptation of Hilary Mantel’s Man Booker prize-winning novel, with metal cages overhead and a huge cross at the back of …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 12:49PM

Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick to reunite on B'way by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick will be back together again on Broadway in a revival of Terrence McNally's "It's Only a Play."...

SOURCE: Associated Press at 12:49PM

F. Murray Abraham, Stockard Channing and Megan Mullally Join Broadway Revival of 'It's Only a Play' by David Rooney

The actors join Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane in an updated version of the the 1986 theater-biz comedy by Terrence McNally, a Tony nominee this year for "Mothers and Sons." read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:49PM

76 Trombones Top a Slew of Switchblades by Erik Haagensen

Looking back on 1958 when The Music Man beat out West Side Story for the Best Musical Tony - what happened?

SOURCE: www.bwaytunes.com at 12:47PM

Alice Ripley & Christy Carlson Romano Join Cast of Indie Comedy BEAR WITH US by BroadwayWorld

Christy Carlson Romano will star in the upcoming independent feature film Bear with Us, starting production in Pennsylvania this summer under the direction of William J. Stribling. Co-writte…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:47PM

F. Murray Abraham & Stockard Channing Will Join Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane & Megan Mullally in It’s Only a Play by Ryan McPhee

Oscar winner F. Murray Abraham and Tony winner Stockard Channing will return to the Great White Way in a newly revised version of Terrence McNally’s It’s Only a Play, j…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:45PM

See the 2014 Tony Nominees on Top of the Empire State Building by NewYork.com

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SOURCE: NewYork.com at 12:45PM

PHOTO ARCHIVE: From Eponine to Violet; Celebrating Two-Time Tony Award Winner Sutton Foster on the Musical Stage by Matthew Blank

Two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster is again nominated this season for her performance in Violet. In honor of the stage and television actress, Playbill.com has compiled photos of some …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:42PM

Photo Coverage: 2014 Tony Award Nominees Celebrate at the Top of the Empire State Building! by Jessica Fallon Gordon

Yesterday afternoon, the 2014 Tony Award nominees celebrated the week of the the 68th Annual Tony Awards at New York City's biggest landmark- the Empire State Building. Attendees included Ad…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:38PM

Star Power Set for Terrence McNally’s It’s Only a Play by Suzanna Bowling

Star Power Set for Terrence McNally's It's Only a Play: Get ready Broadway, the new season is starting off with a bang.

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:37PM

'Bunheads' Amy Sherman-Palladino Talks Reuniting with VIOLET's Sutton Foster by TV News Desk

'Bunheads' scribe Amy Sherman-Palladino talks about her first Broadway producing experience for the Sutton Foster-led VIOLET

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37PM

The Kennedy Center draws back the curtain on its Side Show attractions by Lorraine Treanor

Step this way, ladies and gentlemen, for the first look at the sideshow performers you’ll meet when Side Show performs at the Kennedy Center (June 14 – July 13, 2014).   In …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:34PM

Merging styles for true collaboration by Helen Goalen

(This post is part of the 2014 TCG National Conference: Crossing Borders {Art | People} blog salon, curated by Caridad Svich.)  Before we started working with playwright Alice Birch…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 12:33PM

PHOTO CALL: Sarah Rice, Lee Roy Reams, Didi Conn and More Celebrate Just Jim Dale on Opening Night by Matthew Blank

Tony Award winner Jim Dale returns to the New York stage in his one-man show Just Jim Dale, opening Off-Broadway June 3 after previews that began May 15 at the Roundabout Theatre Company'…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

‘Frozen’ songwriters working on new Broadway show

Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez - the Oscar-winning husband-and-wife team behind the film "Frozen" - are preparing an original romantic comedy for the stage called "Up Here."

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 12:32PM

It's Only a Play, With Producers Co-Stars, Adds Stockard Channing, F. Murray Abraham; Broadway Opening Set by Michael Gioia

Producers Tom Kirdahy, Roy Furman and Ken Davenport announced June 4 that Academy Award winner F. Murray Abraham, Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick, Tony Award winner Stockard Channing, To…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:27PM

Lane, Broderick to reunite on Broadway by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick will be back together again on Broadway in a revival of Terrence McNally's "It's Only a Play."...

SOURCE: Associated Press at 12:22PM

BWW Blog: Meet Sean Patrick Doyle of Paper Mill's GREASE! by Guest Blogger: Sean Patrick Doyle

Hey there Broadway World readers, this is Sean Patrick Doyle. I'm playing Rydell High valedictorian Eugene Florczyk in Paper Mill Playhouse's production of Grease, running in Millburn, New J…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM

Theatre Review: ‘The Prostate Dialogues’ at Theater J by Shannon Stiffler

The two most horrible things next to actually having a fatal illness are all of the emotional ups and downs and uncertainty its presence can bring to surface.  How will my family survive wi…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 12:18PM

Off-Broadway Musical Rated P For Parenthood to Come to Television; Kelly Ripa & Mark Consuelos Will Produce by Ryan McPhee

Kelly Ripa and hubby Mark Consuelos are bringing off-Broadway to the small screen! The two will team up with writer Jamie Denbo to produce a musical comedy series on ABC Family based on the …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:16PM

THE SCREENING ROOM: Elaine Paige Sings from Pippin, Whistle, Chess, Evita on "Elaine Paige Show"; Musical Guests, Too by Andrew Gans

West End leading lady Elaine Paige, who has been seen on Broadway in Sunset Boulevard and Follies, currently hosts "The Elaine Paige Show," a new six-part series for Sky Arts TV.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:15PM

Gender vs. Race: A False Dichotomy by Carmen Morgan

It’s interesting. I’ve never really thought of myself as just “woman” or just “black.”  Long before I ever had a feminist or womanist thought, I knew myself …

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 12:13PM

West Side Story still cool by Keith Loria

One of my earliest memories of listening to music as a child was playing the West Side Story movie soundtrack over and over on a small, red plastic record player in my basement. Over the cou…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:08PM

STAGE TUBE: BUYER & CELLAR's Michael Urie Sits Down with 9-Year-Old Theater Critic Ada Grey by Stage Tube

Michael Urie, currently starring in the national tour of the 2014 Lucille Lortel Award winning comedy BUYER AND CELLAR, recently sat down with Chicago's own 9-year-old theater critic, Ada Gr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:07PM

Fuse Concert Review: Singer Ute Gfrerer at Goethe Institut — An Evening of Uncommon Grace by Roberta Silman

Singer Ute Gfrerer name should be spread far and wide to anyone -- Jewish or not -- who is interested in the music of that period, for this is first-rate work that should be heard for genera…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:04PM

PHOTO CALL: "A Lovely Night": Cinderella Co-Stars and Friends Celebrate the Unveiling of Fran Drescher's Sardi's Portrait by Matthew Blank

TV and film star Fran Drescher, who joined the Broadway cast of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella in February, was honored June 3 with a portrait to adorn the famed walls of Sardi's.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:04PM

The Last Train to Scarborough, Stephen Joseph Theatre, review

When will prime time television wake up to the charms of steam detective Jim Stringer?

SOURCE: The Independent at 12:02PM

Bradley Cooper Joins Board of Directors for Paul Newman-Founded Charity by Justin Kroll

Bradley Cooper has joined the board of directors for the charity The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. Cooper volunteered as a cabin counselor for seriously ill children for the group in the summe…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:00PM

Theatre News: Maggie Smith stars in big screen adaptation of Bennett's Lady in the Van

Nicholas Hytner will direct the film, which is due for release next year

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Gossip: Angela Lansbury planning to do more plays in the West End?

The Murder She Wrote star is reportedly lining up new stage projects

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Photo Flash: Josh Radnor, Leslie Bibb, and More Preview New York Stage and Film Summer Season

Check out the stars who will spend their summer at Vassar College.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: Frozen Songwriters Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez to Premiere New Musical

Up Here will be staged by La Jolla Playhouse and directed by Alex Timbers.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Video Flash: Watch the 2014 Leading Actor in a Musical Contenders Sing for Their Trophy

Neil Patrick Harris, Ramin Karimloo, Bryce Pinkham, Jefferson Mays, and Andy Karl duke it out in this video montage.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Shake It Up with These 15 Tony Awards-Inspired Cocktails by Playbill Staff

Raise a glass to the 2014 Tony Award nominees with Playbill.com's Tony-themed cocktail recipes, created in collaboration with nightlife venue 54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:56AM

"At The Tonys" Will Air June 7, Featuring Interviews with Neil Patrick Harris, Tyne Daly, James Monroe Iglehart by Andrew Gans

"At The Tonys With Dana Tyler," a half-hour special spotlighting the upcoming Tony Awards, will air on CBS 2 June 7 beginning at 7 PM ET; check local listings.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:49AM

VIDEO: Amanda Seyfried Raps to One Up 'Les Mis' Co-Star Hugh Jackman by Movies News Desk

Below, check out Seyfried as she rapped a few a cappella lines of 5ive's It's All Over'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:46AM

'Normal Heart' star Matt Bomer 'profoundly grateful' to Larry Kramer for gay rights advances (Exclusive Video) by Gold Derby

Gay rights have come a long way since the play "The Normal Heart" was first staged in 1985, and Matt Bomer attributes that to the contributions of men like its author, Larry Kramer. Bomer, a…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 11:45AM

“Just Jim Dale” – And So Much More by Sandi Durell

      NY Theater Review by Sandi Durell   In the tradition of a great showman, Jimmy Smith – whoops, I mean Jim Dale struts his stuff at the... The post “Just Jim…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 11:43AM

CBS' "Let's Make a Deal," Hosted by Wayne Brady, Will Salute The Tony Awards by Andrew Gans

The June 6 broadcast of CBS' "Let's Make a Deal" will feature a salute to the upcoming Tony Awards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:37AM

BWW Blog: 'Evolution of the Revolution' - LES MIZ Dolls 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 11:34AM

Anika Noni Rose Breathes New Life Into Classic 'Raisin In The Sun'

The latest Broadway revival of one family's quest for a better life has been nominated for five Tony Awards this year. Michel Martin speaks with actress Anika Noni Rose.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 11:26AM

ArtsBeat: Channing, Abraham and Mullally to Join ‘It’s Only a Play’ on Broadway by Patrick Healy

Stockard Channing, F. Murray Abraham and Megan Mullally will join Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick in a revised version of Terrence McNally’s 1980s comedy.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:25AM

Photo Coverage: Ron Duguay Celebrates the NY Rangers at ROCK OF AGES! by Kevin Thomas Garcia

In this town, there are only two crews who truly know how to rock the flow - and finally, the two united as Broadway's Best Party, Rock of Ages, hosts a two-week power play in celebration of…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:16AM

Memorable performances make for a chilling Judgment at Nuremberg by Jeffrey Walker

The circumstances of World War II and Hitler’s legacy of conquest and persecution plunged many ordinary men and women into a crucible that tested and destroyed lives. Extraordinary events …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:09AM

Photo Coverage: Inside the 32nd Annual Astaire Awards by Jessica Fallon Gordon

The 32nd Annual Fred amp Adele Astaire Awards were held on Monday, June 2 at 730pm at NYU's Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. The winners for the evening were Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:08AM

Jane Lynch Joins Public Theater's One Thrilling Combination Gala by Adam Hetrick

"Glee" star Jane Lynch is among the latest to join the Public Theater's June 23 One Thrilling Combination gala, celebrating the life and work of late composer Marvin Hamlisch.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:03AM

Tony Time: Nominations for Best Scenic Design of a Play (Photos) by Chris Luner

Yesterday, Luner on Theatre brought you a look at the Tony nominated best scenic designs for this year’s musicals. There are many similarities and differences when it comes to scenic d…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 11:01AM

Photo Coverage: Andy Mientus, Max von Essen & More Celebrate York Theatre Company's NEO 10 by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The York Theatre Company just presented its one-night only benefit concert, NEO 10, celebrating up and coming musical theatre writers, on Monday evening, June 2, 2014 The York Theatre Compan…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:00AM

You Want To Compose? This Is How It’s Done. by Brad Ross

The act of musical composition involves one basic activity: choosing good notes. The choice is critical. The first notes heard by the listener set the tone for the entire song or symphony. G…

SOURCE: newmusicaltheatre.com at 11:00AM

Why I’m producing It’s Only A Play on Broadway. by Ken Davenport

A bunch of years ago I looked into commissioning a playwright to write a backstage comedy about the business of Broadway. More specifically,  I wanted this play set at a Broadway ad meetin…

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

Features: Theatre jargon explained: From Razzle Dazzle to Swazzle

We take a look at some more examples of theatre jargon

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:00AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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How to Have a Slightly Better Chance at Getting a MAP Grant by Andrew Simonet

Artist U.'s Andrew Simonet shares insight into the MAP Grant process

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 10:58AM

Obituaries: Obituary: Judi Richards by Michael Quinn

The contribution of Judi Richards to Welsh theatre over the past four decades was constant and never less than committed. Born in Cardiff and a graduate of the Royal Welsh College of Music a…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:57AM

PHOTO CALL: "On Top of the World!" Nineteen 2014 Tony Award Nominees Ascend the Empire State Building by Matthew Blank

Nineteen actors and actresses nominated for 2014 Tony Awards ascended to the top of the Empire State Building for a June 3 photo op.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:57AM

Cushman: Worthy nominee Bridges of Madison County closes before the Tonys, but the awards show must go on by Robert Cushman

There was a beautiful musical on Broadway this season: a show gorgeously scored, cleverly staged, profoundly well acted, and honestly moving

SOURCE: National Post (Canada) at 10:54AM

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet at the 2014 Astaire Awards! by Jessica Fallon Gordon

The 32nd Annual Fred amp Adele Astaire Awards were held on Monday, June 2 at 730pm at NYU's Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. The winners for the evening were Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:53AM

47th & Broadway Renamed “Duke Ellington Way” Today! by Sandi Durell

                Duke Ellington’s granddaughter, Mercedes Ellington, the cast and band of the Tony Award-nominated for Best Musical After Midnig…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:46AM

Exclusive Photo Coverage: Scott Wittman, Patti LuPone & More Salute the Tony Awards at Paul Stuart! by Walter McBride

An in-store reception was hosted by Paul Stuart and The Wall Street Journal with special guest hosts two-time Grammy Award winner and a two-time Tony Award winner and 2006 American Theater H…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42AM

BWW TV Exclusive: Tony Honors Joe Benincasa - A Tony Awards Special Feature by Brian Stokes Mitchell by BroadwayWorld TV

BroadwayWorld.com thought it would be interesting to go a little more 'in-depth' about the recipients, to help you better understand their being chosen and to look more closely into their li…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:29AM

Will Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez's Up Here Musical Bow on Broadway? by Michael Gioia

Broadway may be in the cards for Up Here, a new musical comedy featuring book, music and lyrics by the Oscar-winning, husband-and-wife composing team of Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderso…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:29AM

Photo Coverage: CINDERELLA's Fran Drescher Unveils Sardi's Portrait by Walter McBride

The company of Cinderella gathered at Sardi's yesterday t o celebrate the official portrait unveiling for stage and screen star Fran Drescher. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the festiv…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:28AM

Notes from the Prague Fringe Festival – performers show us around the festival by Susan Galbraith

- The Prague Fringe Festival (May 23 – 31) invites companies from around the world for their 9 day festival. Susan Galbraith and her Alliance for New-Music Theatre productions – …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:25AM

PHOTO SPECIAL: 2014 Tony Awards Preview — The Nominated Plays by Matthew Blank

Playbill.com offers a look at the nominees for the 68th Annual Antoinette Perry "Tony" Awards in the categories of Best Play and Best Revival of a Play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

Maggie Smith Will Be "The Lady in the Van"; Film Aiming for 2015 Release by Carey Purcell

"The Lady in the Van," the film adaptation of the play of the same name, will go into production in October, with Maggie Smith starring in the title role, according to Deadline.com.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:22AM

VIDEO: WISH I WAS HERE's Zach Braff & Donald Faison Perform 'Guy Love' at Film Screening by Movies News Desk

Best friends and 'Scrubs' alum Zach Braff and Donald Faison composed an all-new love song reflecting their close relationship titled 'Guy Love.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:20AM

Actor Lawrence Leritz draws inspiration from real life on HBO's The Normal Heart by Richard Cameron

Broadway Global shares exclusive from Actor Lawrence Leritz and it is sure to inspire you to see HBO's The Normal Heart.

SOURCE: Examiner.com at 10:18AM

Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of Roundabout's JUST JIM DALE by Jennifer Broski

Roundabout Theatre Company presents Tony Award-winner, two-time Grammy Award winner and two-time Academy Award nominee Jim Dale in his solo show, Just Jim Dale, directed by Tony Award winner…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:18AM

Book Writer Chad Beguelin on the Cut Songs, Scenes & Camels That Paved Aladdin’s Road to Broadway by Chad Beguelin

About the author: After penning the book and lyrics for The Wedding Singer, lyrics for Elf, and the book for Disney’s On the Record, you’d think that writing a ca…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:17AM

Gentleman's Guide Tony Nominees Will Head to the Chatterbox by Andrew Gans

Steven Lutvak and Robert L. Freedman, the Tony-nominated creators of A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, will be the special guests at Seth's Broadway Chatterbox — hos…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:12AM

Playbill Pride by Broadway Audience

You’re in for a colorful surprise if you are heading to a Broadway show in June!  Playbill has began the Playbill Pride initiative to honor LGBT voices of the Broadway community during th…

SOURCE: BroadwayAudience.com at 10:11AM

The Tony Awards Takes to the Streets!

Announcing a free outdoor simulcast of the 2014 Tony Awards in Times Square.

SOURCE: Tony Awards at 10:03AM

Q&A: Lindsay Janisse

The wonderful talented gorgeous Lindsay Janisse is our second guest for the Broadway Bares episode! Name: Lindsay Janisse Where are you from? Detroit, MI Broadway credits: Wicked and Rock…

SOURCE: theensemblist.com at 10:02AM

YES ALL WOMEN by Mike Daisey

YES ALL WOMEN Created and Performed by Mike DaiseyJoe’s Pub at the Public TheaterWednesday, June 25th—Doors at 9TicketsMike Daisey tackles what we don’t like talking about: how our wor…

SOURCE: Mike Daisey at 10:02AM

LIVE SHOW PREVIEW: Daniel J. Watts Performs “The...

LIVE SHOW PREVIEW: Daniel J. Watts Performs “The Jam” Holy smokes. We are so stoked for Daniel J. Watts to perform at our live show on June 16! This video is just a hint at what at we ca…

SOURCE: theensemblist.com at 10:01AM

Interview with Kerry Butler: Under My Skin by Intern

Under My Skin, starring Kerry Butler and Matt Walton is a new Off-Broadway comedy about sex, love, and healthcare. We had the privilege of chatting with Kerry about the show, what she’s le…

SOURCE: BroadwaySpotted at 10:00AM

Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino on Stalking Sutton Foster, Producing Broadway, and Bunheads Memories by Denise Martin

After the unfortunate and unjust cancellation of their series Bunheads last year, writer-producers Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino moved back to Brooklyn. But they couldn’t sever t…

SOURCE: Vulture at 10:00AM

Trends: Broadway is Finally Letting Women Make Their Own Choices

Kelli O'Hara, Jeanine Tesori, and Anika Larsen hope it can stay that way.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00AM

Photo Flash: The Nanny and Cinderella Star Fran Drescher Receives a Sardi's Caricature

Drescher was joined by her costars, including Carly Rae Jepsen, to toast the occasion.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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The Fred & Adele Astaire Awards by Sandi Durell

          NY Theater News : Joel Benjamin Photos: Miriam Spritzer        Video: Magda Katz   The Fred & Adele Astaire Awards which has celebrated... The…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 09:57AM

VIDEO: IF/THEN's Idina Menzel Talks Tony Nomination & More by Movies News Desk

Idina Menzel sat down for an interview with ET last night and shared that when she learned of her Tony nomination, she didn't even have time to stop and celebrate.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:57AM

Laila Robins and Corey Stoll Join "Homeland" for Season Four by Carey Purcell

"Homeland," Showtime's award-winning political thriller, has announced additional casting for its fourth season, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:56AM

Richard Eyre on Mary Soames: 'She gave herself without reserve to the life of the National Theatre' by Richard Eyre

Mary Soames (obituary, 2 June) was chair of the Royal National Theatre Board from 1988, during most of my time as director, and we became very close friends. Her appointment was greeted by m…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:55AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, June 4, 2014 by Susan Grace

  Today’s Highlights: * Into The Woods, directed by Amanda Denhart, featuring Javier Muñoz, Rachael Warren, Jennie Greenberry, Howie Seago, Miles Fletcher, Jeremy Peter Johnson,…

SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:55AM

Lineup Announced for Showstopper Divas — The Broadway Songbook Benefit Concert by Andrew Gans

Showstopper Divas — The Broadway Songbook, an evening to benefit The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, will be presented June 16 at 7 PM at Stage 72/Triad.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:47AM

Angela Lansbury Hints at Chalk Garden Stage Return by Adam Hetrick and Andrew Gans

Tony Award-winning stage veteran Angela Lansbury told the Telegraph that she is still interested in starring in a stage production of Enid Bagnold's The Chalk Garden.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:45AM

London's Orange Tree Season Will Feature Three World Premieres and Rare Revivals by Mark Shenton

Paul Miller, the incoming artistic director of London's Orange Tree Theatre — who takes over from the theatre's founder Sam Walters, who ran the theatre for 42 years — ha…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

Kevin Spacey's webchat: 10 things we learned by Marta Bausells

He doesn't judge his characters and thinks 'celebrity' is a disgusting word. Here are 10 things we learned from the artistic director of London's Old Vic when he answered your questionsSucc…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:35AM

The Week Ahead: Greta Gerwig in ‘The Village Bike’ by Steven McElroy

Penelope Skinner’s play “The Village Bike,” with Greta Gerwig, is making its American debut in an MCC Theater production.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:31AM

Tony Noms Hosted at Empire State Bldg (Video & Photos) by Sandi Durell

          In the tradition, the Tony Award Nominees were hosted at the Empire State Building on a beautiful June 3rd afternoon, all looking casual and ready for th…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 09:30AM

Will Tony Awards Feature Performance from Finding Neverland? by Andrew Gans

A selection from the new musical Finding Neverland, which will take flight this July at the American Repertory Theater under the direction of Tony Award winner Diane Paulus, will be featured…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:26AM

Photo Flash: Megan Hilty, Christian Borle & Tom Cavanagh Promote Disney Jr's LUCKY DUCK in NYC by BroadwayWorld

Broadway and television stars Christian Borle, Megan Hilty and Tom Cavanagh were in NYC today giving one lucky duck a special guided tour of The Big Apple.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:22AM

Bruno Beltrão Crackz review hip-hop meets digital-age logic by Judith Mackrell

Sadler's Wells, LondonBeltrão's innovative use of technology is an interesting attempt to add theatricality to hip-hop, but it's the old toprocking crowd-pleasers that really hit the spotOv…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:15AM

Grit: The Martyn Bennett Story, Tramway, Glasgow, review: 'moving and thrilling' by Mark Brown

This play is a fitting tribute to the pioneering Scottish musician, says Mark Brown

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 09:09AM

Jeremy Jordan to Perform Paulus-Staged Number from FINDING NEVERLAND on Tonys? by BroadwayWorld

The highly anticipated new musical FINDING NEVERLAND,which tells the story of J.M. Barrie and the creation of 'Peter Pan,' has received a coveted performance slot in this Sunday's Tony Awar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:04AM

Hi's and Lo's of Some Tony-Nominated Shows by Broadway & Me

As usual, I haven’t gotten around to weighing in on all the shows that opened during the run up to the Tony nominations. Although I have managed to have my say in these posts on all four o…

SOURCE: Broadway & Me at 09:01AM

WAKE UP with BWW 6/4/14 - 'MISS DAISY' and CANDIDE On-Screen, THEY CALL ME Q, 'PRINCESS' & 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 DRIVING MISS DAISY, starring Lansbury …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:00AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Share a photo of your favourite standup comedy venue by Guardian Staff

Where are the best places to watch comedy and what is it that makes them so good? What are the best standup comedy venues you've ever been to? Do you prefer seeing big names like Lee Evans …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:59AM

Playwright Young Jean Lee: 'I don't want to have to think about race' by Alexis Soloski

Lee's latest work, The Shipment, continues the New Yorker's exploration of race, identity and politics topics she must face to make herself uncomfortableIn the first act of Young Jean Lees …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:55AM

'Taste' and 'Backyard' revel in gore and lack style by Charles McNulty

Last weekend my theatergoing got off to an especially bloody start at the Sacred Fools Theater, where I caught one of the last performances of "Taste," the world premiere of Benjamin Brand's…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 08:30AM

Testament review Lear-inspired show searingly exposes family ties and debts by Lyn Gardner

Barbican, LondonPlayful piece by Berlin collective based on Shakespeare's tragedy uses actors' real fathers to tender and honest effectWhere did King Lear go wrong? In this playful, thoughtf…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:13AM

Die Roten Punkte review slapstick, songs and sibling squabbles by Brian Logan

Soho theatre, LondonPart White Stripes, part Dresden Dolls with added facial slap, this double act makes for an enjoyably silly hour of good tunesDie Roten Punkte are sibling duo Astrid and …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:08AM

'Just Jim Dale' - Endearing Autobiography from a Masterful Performer by Andy Propst

Jim Dale in Just Jim Dale (©Joan Marcus) Watching the new one-man show that opened last night at Roundabout Theatre's Laura Pels Theatre, the word "endearing" comes to mind over and. …

SOURCE: AmericanTheaterWeb at 08:07AM

Clara Blandick (The Sad End of Aunt Em) by Trav S.D.

Having now written about every other principal in my favorite movie The Wizard of Oz (I really have, just use the search feature at right to find them, it’s way too many names to typ…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:05AM

News: Open air theatre for Tenby mooted by Nicola Merrifield

Plans are being drawn up to open a new open-air theatre on the Pembrokeshire coast of Wales, inspired by the cliff-side Minack Theatre in Cornwall. A former actor is leading a campaign in Te…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:00AM

ArtsBeat: Tony Award Predictions: Leading Actress in a Play by Patrick Healy

Audra McDonald can make history on Sunday by winning her sixth Tony Award, the most ever in acting, for her performance as Billie Holliday in “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill.”

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

News: Orange Tree’s new artistic director reveals first season and theatre plans by Matthew Hemley

Paul Miller, the Orange Tree Theatre’s first new artistic director in more than 40 years, has signalled his intention to open the venue up to more writers and directors, as well as younger…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:00AM

‘Holler if Ya Hear Me’ Uses Songs by Tupac Shakur by Jon Caramanica

“Holler if Ya Hear Me,” a new Broadway musical that weaves songs and poetry from the rapper Tupac Shakur, is set to open on Broadway.

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

BWW's On This Day - June 4, 2014

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on June 4 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:00AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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BD Wong Stars in THE ORPHAN OF ZHAO, Beginning Tonight at A.C.T. by BroadwayWorld

American Conservatory Theater A.C.T. presents the U.S. premiere of James Fenton's acclaimed adaptation of The Orphan of Zhao, a classic Chinese legend that has its roots in the fourth centur…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:54AM

Tony winner dies for his art (and laughs) in 'Guide'

We go backstage with Jefferson Mays in Broadway's 'Gentleman's Guide.'

SOURCE: USA Today at 07:42AM

Actor Fired After Confronting Anti-Gay Heckler During CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Performance, USA by Erin James

BroadwayWorld.com has reported that American actor John Lacey was fired after physically confronting a heckler during a performance of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof on 31 May, with another actor (…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:38AM

Shenton's View: Notes from Broadway: Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Playbill’s Gay Pride by Mark Shenton

Broadway never ceases to surprise me: how on earth did an edgy musical about a post-operative transsexual (whose operation was botched) that originated off-Broadway back in 1998 return now a…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:35AM

Review:Just Jim Dale at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

- a staged memoir buoyed by a generous dose of song, dance and charm

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 07:31AM

Audio Drama in the Classroom by Lindsay Price

Audio Drama in the Classroom In this podcast we talk about how to use audio drama for project-based learning, as a play review activity, an interesting exercise for directors and more! Show …

SOURCE: Theatrefolk at 07:00AM

Production News: Made in Scotland launches Edinburgh fringe programme by Thom Dibdin

Site-specific theatre company Grid Iron is collaborating with the Edinburgh International Book Festival on a show that forms part of Made in Scotland’s programme, which is performe…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Haunts of the Very Rich by Trav S.D.

Here’s one that’s been rapping on the back door of my consciousness for a long time screaming to get out. I first saw this ABC tv movie when it premiered in 1972, and then a few …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 06:59AM

JUST JIM DALE – Then and Now - a revival of sorts by Oscar E Moore

Two awards:  The first for most original shut-your-cell-phone-off warning and the second for outstanding stamina and longevity in the grand manner of British Music Hall entertainment go to …

SOURCE: Oscar E. Moore at 06:48AM

South Pacific, Kilworth House Theatre, North Kilworth by Pat Ashworth

Kilworth House Theatre, North Kilworth : This is the eighth season at the purpose-built, open-air Kilworth House Theatre, where the natural surroundings are as much a part of things as what …

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:31AM

La Fanciulla del West, Holland Park, London by George Hall

Holland Park, London: Opera Holland Park's summer season gets off to a flying start with Stephen Barlow's new production of Puccini's opera based on David Belasco's once …

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:13AM

News: Coca-Cola forced to U-turn on unpaid dancers plan by Georgia Snow

Coca-Cola has been forced to cancel a flash mob that was planned to feature professional dancers after being challenged over its intention not to pay the performers involved. An advertisemen…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:06AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Century of Slapstick #38: Her Friend the Bandit by Trav S.D.

Today is the 100th anniversary of the release date of the Charlie Chaplin-Mabel Normand short Her Friend the Bandit. It is a testament to the popularity of Chaplin that this is the only one…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 05:56AM

Songwriting duo behind Frozen prepare romcom musical Up Here by Ben Beaumont-Thomas

Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, who won an Oscar for their massive hit song Let It Go, are readying a new stage musical they describe as 'Annie Hall meets Cirque du Soleil' Frozen-m…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:50AM

Harvey throws his weight around to get on TV by Michael Riedel

What would the Tony Awards be without some backroom politicking? Harvey Weinstein muscled his way onto Sunday’s telecast with a number from his “Finding Neverland,” about J.M. Barrie a…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 05:37AM

Will Larry Kramer win an Emmy for adapting his landmark play 'The Normal Heart'? by Gold Derby

While there is a great deal of Emmy buzz about the performances in "The Normal Heart," let us not forget Larry Kramer who wrote the original landmark play back in 1985 and adapted …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 05:12AM

5 reasons why Jefferson Mays ('Gentleman's Guide') will win Best Musical Actor at Tonys' by Gold Derby

All of our Experts are predicting that Neil Patrick Harris will win the Tony Award for Best Actor (Musical) this Sunday for his riveting work in "Hedwig and the Angry Inch." However, watch o…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 05:07AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Brighton Fringe Review: Snow White: The Whole Grimm Affair, Latest Music Bar by Jess Duxbury

The idea behind Smile Darkly’s production of Snow White is to explore the well-known story by placing it within a parody of modern day celebrity culture: a world where the evil queen becom…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:34AM

News: Most ACE emergency funds are spent on performing arts by Nicola Merrifield

More emergency money was handed out by Arts Council England to performing arts companies than any other type of its regularly funded organisations between 2011 and 2013, it has been revealed…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:30AM

Sarah Brightman Announces New Summer Dates For DREAMCHASER International Tour by Pat Cerasaro

Internationally celebrated recording artist, performer and vocalist Sarah Brightman continues her new space-themed DREAMCHASER tour this month and several new dates have been added to the su…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Los Angeles Theater Review: GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES (Rogue Machine Theatre) by Tony Frankel

MERRY-GO-ROUND PLAYWRITING More of a writing exercise than a fleshed-out drama, Rajiv Joseph’s Gruesome Playground Injuries begins with an intriguing premise, but sputters to a halt when w…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 02:59AM

Dame Angela Lansbury lines up her next roles by Tim Walker

Dame Angela Lansbury says she hopes to do more theatre in the West End after she finishes as Madame Arcati in Blithe Spirit

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 02:30AM

Due to demand, Rap Guide To Evolution adds extra show to Melbourne run by Erin James

Don’t sleep with mean people and other words of wisdom… Internationally renowned hip-hop storyteller Baba Brinkman is coming to Melbourne this weekend with his multi-award winning sh…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 02:30AM

Dangerous Liaisons review grand fun that's all too fleeting by Jane Howard

Lawler Studio, Neon festival, MelbourneMelbourne's leading independent theatre festival stages a high glitz and high camp adaptation of Dangerous Liaisons In 2013, Neon took Melbourne's thea…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:15AM

Shock value: How Aamer Rahman's 'reverse racism' joke saved his career by Brian Logan

The Aussie comic on his YouTube hit, why teachers are using his video and how his 'police-related activity' means he won't be touring the US anytime soonLate last year, Aussie comic Aamer Ra…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:00AM

Splashy New Scene Of Leona Lewis In New Movie Musical WALKING ON SUNSHINE by Pat Cerasaro

Internationally successful music star and acclaimed performer Leona Lewis shows off her acting skills in the new 1980s-themed movie musical WALKING ON SUNSHINE and a first look at the actres…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:00AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Lin-Manuel Miranda & More Take Part in RadioLoveFest, Beg. Today by BroadwayWorld

From today, June 4 to June 8, two iconic New York City institutions join to celebrate an ever evolving medium that was born more than 100 years ago-radio. For this five day festival, WNYC ta…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

STAGE TUBE: Trailer - Angela Lansbury and James Earl Jones in DRIVING MISS DAISY, In Theaters Today by Stage Tube

With esteemed careers spanning 60 to 70 years long, actors Dame Angela Lansbury and James Earl Jones will bring the magic of the stage to movie theaters across the country this June. Screenv…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

NY Philharmonic's CANDIDE Concert, Starring Kristin Chenoweth, Patti LuPone and More, Set for Online Release via Digital Theatre Today by BroadwayWorld

Broadway and operetta unite in the New York Philharmonic's concert performance of Leonard Bernstein's satirical, effervescent musical CANDIDE, slated for release online on Digital Theatre, t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

30 Days Of The 2014 Tony Awards: Day #5 - NINE Vs. DREAMGIRLS 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 one of the biggest ba…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00AM

Megan & Liz Perform "Karma's Coming Back For Me" Live by Young Hollywood

Megan & Liz Perform "Karma's Coming Back For Me" Live The lovely twin sisters that make up country-pop duo Megan & Liz pay a visit to the YH Studio with nothing but a guitar and their flawle…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Just Jim Dale - a life in revue by Oscar E. Moore

Lithe and limber still, he is strutting his life across the stage of The Laura Pels Theatre in JUST JIM DALE – a musical memoir of his life thus far.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 01:00AM

Katy Tiz Performs "The Big Bang" Live in the Studio by Young Hollywood

Katy Tiz Performs "The Big Bang" Live in the Studio The lovely and talented Katy Tiz visits the YH Studio to regale us with a live acoustic performance of her hit single, a cover of Rock Maf…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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TARTUFFE (SOUTH COAST REP): 89% – SWEET by Lemonmeter

SWEET After Dominique Serrand’s jaw-droppingly juicy and insanely inventive production of Molière’s Tartuffe, a South Coast Rep patron was heard to say, “Well, I don’t know if I can…

SOURCE: Bitter Lemons at 12:55AM

Your Cheetah Heart by Sam Hurwitt

WONDER WEDNESDAY On Wednesdays I look at various chapters in Wonder Woman’s history. Click here for previous installments. Wonder Woman #230, DC Comics, April 1977. If you’d asked me w…

SOURCE: The Idiolect at 12:33AM

In a Word... Elizabeth Morris on A Spirit's Face by The Charlebois Post

The Dance and Language of Silenceby Gaëtan L. CharleboisElizabeth Morris is a Deaf Community Consultant and ASL (American Sign Language) coach for theatres/films. She was born deaf, in Engl…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 12:03AM

Video of the Week, June 4, 2014 by The Charlebois Post

This may be the most accomplished and thrilling teaser we've ever seen for a production in Canada: Stratford's production of King Lear starring Colm Feore (who is brilliantly front and centr…

SOURCE: The Charlebois Post at 12:01AM

Hottest Articles on BWW from Tuesday, Jun. 3

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from Tuesday, June 3, 2014.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:00AM

They Call Me Q, Written and Performed by Qurrat Ann Kadwani, Opens Off-Broadway by Ryan McPhee

They Call Me Q celebrates its off-Broadway opening on June 4 at St. Luke’s Theatre. The emotionally charged comedy is written and performed by Qurrat Ann Kadwani. They Call Me …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:00AM

What Didn't Kill Them Made Them Stars: Lena Hall, Jefferson Mays, Andy Karl and More Turn Rejection Into Tony Success by Adam Hetrick

The day following the announcement of the 2014 Tony Awards, Playbill.com asked this year's nominees to talk about how they cope with rejection in show business and the hard work it takes…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

A COVER STORY: "All the Colors of the Rainbow!" #PlaybillPride Takes Broadway By Storm by Matthew Blank

Playbill.com launched its 30 Days of Pride initiative June 1, profiling the dynamic voices of the LGBT community and pioneers of the stage. As part of the celebration, the company has switc…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Oregon Shakespeare Festival Goes Into the Woods June 4 by Adam Hetrick

Javier Muñoz, Rachael Warren, Jennie Greenberry and Howie Seago lead the cast of the the Oregon Shakespeare Festival production of James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woo…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Stars of Hedwig and Matilda Strip with The Skivvies at 54 Below Tonight by Adam Hetrick

Lena Hall, Lesli Margherita and Wesley Taylor bare it all with The Skivvies at their June 4 concert at 54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Stage Version of Driving Miss Daisy, Starring Angela Lansbury and James Earl Jones, Hits Screens June 4 by Andrew Gans

The 2013 Australian production of Alfred Uhry's Driving Miss Daisy, which starred Angela Lansbury and James Earl Jones and was filmed for distribution, arrives in cinemas June 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Candide, Starring Patti LuPone and Kristin Chenoweth, Now Available Online from Digital Theatre by Andrew Gans

The May 2004 Candide concert with the New York Philharmonic — starring Tony Award winners Kristin Chenoweth and Patti LuPone — is released online via Digital Theatre June 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Indian Gal Grows Up in They Call Me Q, Opening Off-Broadway Tonight by Andrew Gans

The award-winning play They Call Me Q officially opens June 4 at 8 PM following previews that began May 19 at Off-Broadway's St. Luke’s Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Sundance Institute Honors Tony Winner Glenn Close With Vanguard Leadership Award June 4 by Carey Purcell

Sundance Institute presents Glenn Close with its Vanguard Leadership Award in recognition of her career in entertainment and advocacy of independent film June 4 at the fourth annual Cel…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

THEIR FAVORITE THINGS: Gent's Guide Tony Nominee and Drama Desk Winner Lauren Worsham 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

U.S. Premiere of The Orphan of Zhao, Starring Tony Winner BD Wong, Begins ACT Run by Carey Purcell

The U.S. premiere of The Orphan of Zhao, starring Tony Award winner BD Wong, begins performances at the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco June 4, prior to an official opening Ju…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

10 Facts to Know About The Broadway League, Co-Presenter of The Tony Awards by Playbill Staff

The Broadway League, the national trade association for the Broadway industry, annually joins forces with The American Theatre Wing to present the Tony Awards, Broadway's biggest honor. …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Dance Up Close to Belinda McGuire and MADboots Dance Company by The Dance Enthusiast

"This April, dancemakers Belinda McGuire and MADboots joined forces to showcase their work at the Gallim Dance space in Brooklyn...It was a beautiful example of artistic collaboration and cr…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 12:00AM

SYTYCD's Stacey Tookey in Rehearsal w/Bill Hebert by The Dance Enthusiast

Photographer Bill Hebert goes behind-the-scenes with Stacey Tookey and her Still Motion Dance Company on the eve of their NY debut.

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 12:00AM

Impressions of: John Jasperse and "Within between" by The Dance Enthusiast

"Throughout the work, they enthusiastically and masterfully try on a number of movement languages, managing to make each new idea appear fully realized before dropping it at a moment's n…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 12:00AM

Cultural Revolution by Shannon Gormley

Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy By Guo Tai Gong Directed by Evan Moritz Through June 8 at Annex Theater A baby has already been thrown off a cliff, and the play has hardly begu…

SOURCE: citypaper.com at 12:00AM

Controlled Burn by Bret McCabe

Bessma Khalaf: Yes, Even You At Gallery Four through June 7. A beach at sunset is a chill sight to behold. Waves roll in, and the only music that floats into the ears is their gentle r…

SOURCE: citypaper.com at 12:00AM

Hot Fudge Wednesdays by Lexie Mountain

It is times like these, times when I am sandwiched between a low ceiling and a 6800 gallon tank of salt water on a metal railing less than a foot wide with no clear way to escape, that I won…

SOURCE: citypaper.com at 12:00AM

Review: Buddy (Bristol Hippodrome Tour)

Buddy raves on at the Bristol Hippdome

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00AM

Jim Dale's Showbiz Story

The versatile actor Jim Dale takes the stage solo in his new show, aptly and modestly entitled Just Jim Dale. Accompanied by the pianist Mark York, the show, directed by Richard Maltby Jr., …

SOURCE: WQXR at 12:00AM

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