Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Ashley Fitzgerald talks ‘Gigi’ by Admin

I first met Ashley Fitzgerald in a dance class a few years back. With brilliant golden LaDucas, perfectly curled blonde hair, and The post Ashley Fitzgerald talks ‘Gigi’ appeare…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 11:57PM

10 Reasons We Love Sylvie Guillem by Admin

One of the greatest dancers of our time retires this year, but our fascination with her will live on. Here are ten The post 10 Reasons We Love Sylvie Guillem appeared first on Dance Informa…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 11:50PM

Permission by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

This post is by Victor Gluck, Editor-in-Chief Robert Askins’ hilarious and engrossing new play is set in Texas just like his Hand to God also produced by MCC Theater at the Lucille Lortel …

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 11:46PM

Review: Heisenberg

The game of love meets the science of uncertainty in Stephen Simons' new play at Manhattan Theatre Club.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Get the Cleopatra Look: Egyptian Make Up Tutorial by Admin

By Christine Dion of Mode Dion. Makeup in Egypt during the time of Pharaohs was more than just a beauty ritual. Both men and The post Get the Cleopatra Look: Egyptian Make Up Tutorial app…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 10:59PM

Review Roundup: MTC's HEISENBERG Opens Off-Broadway by Review Roundups

Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Heisenberg, the new play by two-time Olivier Award winnerSimon StephensThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Punk Rock, directed by Dr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:58PM

Jim Parsons is “God” in ‘an Act of God’ by Sandi Durell

              By Sandi Durell   Parsons is adorably droll as the Lord, bedecked in a white toga-like robe and red sneakers, lounging on his... The pos…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:49PM

Review: At Ensemble Studio Theater, Men and Women Chatting Privately by Laura Collins-Hughes

This theater’s 35th Marathon of One-Act Plays includes a marital comedy by Julia Cho and a portrait of intimacy and entitlement by Martyna Majok.

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Review: ‘Heisenberg,’ With Mary-Louise Parker, Mines the Extraordinary in the Commonplace by Ben Brantley

A woman of unusual force barrels into the life of a butcher in his mid-70s in “Heisenberg,” a play by Simon Stephens about an unlikely pairing.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:27PM

Should dancers do weight training? by Admin

Ballet is a physically demanding art form for both males and females. Just as male dancers require powerful upper body, core, back The post Should dancers do weight training? appeared first…

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12 Ways Dancers Can Stay in Shape This Summer by Admin

#1. Summer Intensives. This is pretty obvious, but essential. There are some awesome summer intensive programs for dancers of all ages out there The post 12 Ways Dancers Can Stay in Shape …

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Up and Coming: Tate McRae by Admin

At first glance, Tate McRae may seem like a normal 11-year-old. She likes to play with her dog, Theo, hang out with The post Up and Coming: Tate McRae appeared first on Dance Informa Magazi…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 10:13PM

The Exonerated by James Jackson

The Exonerated examines the journey of five individuals wrongly sentenced to death in the USA. Walking into the freezing Loft space at Chapel off Chapel, we encounter a dimly lit set clutter…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 10:11PM

The Twentieth-Century Way by Sandi Durell

      Review by Samuel L. Leiter     This play’s title refers to the practice of what it calls “oral vice,” or, to use the now standard terms,... The post The …

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:10PM

'Heisenberg' review: Mary-Louise Parker adds a sweet kiss

A quarter century ago, Mary-Louise Parker played a gorgeous, seemingly ditsy bride whose life changed after she was kissed by a very old stranger in Craig Lucas' "Prelude to a Kiss." Parker …

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'The Spoils' review: Jesse Eisenberg in witty, serious comedy

Jesse Eisenberg, who lost me in 2013 by wasting Vanessa Redgrave in a messy play called "The Revisionist," has wooed me back with "The Spoils." On the surface, this terrific, fast-talking, q…

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The Broadway.com Show: Bombshell or Bust! Bow Down to Jim Parsons! Into the Woods vs. Dreamgirls?! by Broadway.com

On this week’s episode of THE BROADWAY.COM SHOW, we’ve got buzz about Jessica Lange’s new gig, an ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK star’s Broadway debut, Ramin Karimloo’…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:08PM

Mary-Louise Parker is the only reason to see ‘Heisenberg’ by Elisabeth Vincentelli

Mary-Louise Parker is the only reason to see “Heisenberg.” The play’s flimsy and contrived, but it provides the chance to experience her peculiar pull. Not everybody enjoys Parker’s …

SOURCE: The New York Post at 10:01PM

Off Broadway Review: ‘Heisenberg’ Starring Mary-Louise Parker

Exceptional individuals seem to hold a powerful attraction for Simon Stephens. The British playwright created one such memorable stage character in Christopher Boone, the boy math whiz in &…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:00PM

Review: The Twentieth-Century Way

Tom Jacobson's heart-racing two-man show about clandestine gay life in L.A. one hundred years ago returns to New York City.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM

'Heisenberg': Theater Review by Frank Scheck

Mary-Louise Parker and Dennis Arndt star in this new play by the author of 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,' about the unlikely romance between a free-spirited woman and a…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:00PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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The Broadway.com Show: 6/3/15 by Broadway.com

On this week’s episode of THE BROADWAY.COM SHOW, we’ve got buzz about Jessica Lange’s new gig, an ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK star’s Broadway debut, Ramin Karimloo’s trip to Japan and …

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:50PM

Mary-Louise Parker and a game-changing kiss in 'Heisenberg'

Mary-Louise Parker and a game-changing kiss in 'Heisenberg' Joe Dziemianowicz Mary-Louise Parker and Denis Arndt an unlikely couple Simon Stephens' 'Heisenberg.'

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 09:40PM

Broadway breaks records! by Admin

The 2015 Tony Awards Ceremony on June 7 will celebrate the Great White Way’s last year of unprecedented success. According to statistics from The post Broadway breaks records! appear…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 09:26PM

Les Grandes Espérances [Insert Translation Here] by Joe Patti

In the course of any given week, I don’t usually think about supertitles. However, in the course of the last week, the topic has come up twice. First, in a post by Fred Plotkin about o…

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Photo Flash: First Look - MATILDA First National Tour Launches at the Ahmanson This Sunday by BroadwayWorld

Center Theatre Group launches the First National Tour of Roald Dahl's 'Matilda The Musical' this Sunday, June 7 at 4 p.m. at the Ahmanson Theatre. Produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:15PM

Photo Flash: Laura Benanti Helps Raise Funds for 42nd Street Moon by BroadwayWorld

San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon raised the roof -- and significant funds -- with the help of celebrity guest star Laura Benanti at SONG OF A SUMMER NIGHT, the theatre company's gala fundrai…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:15PM

In The Stage newspaper this week: June 4 by The Stage

The Stage newspaper comes out once a week and is brimming with industry news, advice, analysis and reviews from all over the

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Would you like $2000 towards Dance Classes & Clothing? by Admin

Dance Informa, Weissman and Dancewear Solutions have partnered to create Steal the Spotlight - an exciting opportunity for you and your dance The post Would you like $2000 towards Dance Cla…

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Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Stop! The Play, Trafalgar Studios by Marianka Swain

The play’s the thing, once again, in the latest backstage comedy, an affable if limited dig at luvvie pretensions. Noises Off still reigns supreme in this genre, with successors unable to …

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 08:52PM

The New Group is on A Roll by Linda

To tell you the truth, The New Group has always been pretty hit or miss for me. But this 20th anniversary season has made up for all the misses with Sticks and Bones, Rasheeda Speaking, and …

SOURCE: Pataphysical Science at 08:42PM

Review: The Dirty Talk, Jermyn Street Theatre by Tal Fox

In the uprising of social media, we are all very aware that who we claim to be online might not necessarily be the truest reflection of who we actually are. It seems completely obvious that …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 08:01PM

“Spring Awakening” at the Wallis – Los Angeles theater review by Pauline Adamek

Adolescent angst and sexual exploration — with music by Duncan Sheik, and book and lyrics by Steven Sater, Spring Awakening is a feisty rock musical adaptation of a controversial German p…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 08:01PM

Choreographer Nejla Y. Yatkin and Video Artist Enki Andrews go Dancing Around The World by The Dance Enthusiast

In 2007 Nejla Yatkin started creating dances in public spaces because she felt that ... she needed to make her art available to people from all walks of life and not just people who could af…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 08:00PM

DANCE/LIFE/FILM FUSION: Indrani Kopal on her film "The Game Changer," an Official Selection At Cannes by The Dance Enthusiast

Through her documentary, The Game Changer, Indrani Kopal expects to create awareness about prison rehabilitation and educational programs...and to inspire others to explore dance, movement a…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 08:00PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Photos! Party with Jesse Eisenberg, Kunal Nayyar & the Cast of The Spoils on Opening Night by Broadway.com

Click for photos from the New Group's opening night celebration of Jesse Eisenberg’s The Spoils, starring Eisenberg, Kunal Nayyar, Erin Darke and more on June 2, 2015 at the Pershi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:57PM

Photos! Fun Home Star Judy Kuhn Gets a Portrait at Legendary Theater Hotspot Sardi’s by Broadway.com

Tony-nominated Fun Home star Judy Kuhn was surprised with a portrait at legendary theater restaurant Sardi’s on June 2, 2015. Click for photos!

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:57PM

HEISENBERG - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

Heisenberg, the new play by Simon Stephens that just opened at Manhattan Theatre Club Stage II, contains no direct reference to its likeliest namesake, Werner Heisenberg.

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 07:37PM

Auction of Little Edie Beale Letters Set for 6/26-27 Before GREY GARDENS Revival at Bay Street by BroadwayWorld

Ten letters and card written to veteran publicist author Walter Newkirk memoraBEALEia, Letters of Little Edie Beale, The Secret Life of Walter Newkirk will be auctioned by Julien's Auctions …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:36PM

STAGE TUBE: N'Kenge and Seph Stanek Star in AKHENATEN: THE MUSICAL Music Videos by Stage Tube

Music videos of AKHENATEN THE MUSICAL,starring N'Kenge and Seph Stanek, arenow online after the launch party at New York's historic The Players Club. Click below to watch 'O My Son' and 'Dar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:36PM

BWW Livestream: Watch Lincoln Center's Artist to Artist with Stage and Screen Composer Alan Menken! by Stage Tube

Best known for his scores to The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and Pocahontas, multiple Academy Award winner Alan Menken will discuss artist process with emerging playwright…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:36PM

Photo Flash: Klea Blackhurst, Kerry Butler, Ed Watts and More Lead 'HAZEL' Workshops by BroadwayWorld

The brilliant Klea Blackhurst repeated her starring role as the saucy, wisecracking housemaid Hazel in a new musical based on Ted Key's cartoon character Hazel - best known for the 1961-66 T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:31PM

STOP! The Play Trafalgar 2, SW1 by Libby Purves

BANKSY,  SEX,  AND STAGE DIRECTIONS  In a tatty rehearsal-room, the title reflects the director’s frequent cry, stopping for new stage directions or rewrites from the un…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:24PM

Exit Lines: "The Spoils" by Robert Cashill

Review of Jesse Eisenberg's new play.

SOURCE: Popdose at 07:22PM

Adam Wesley Brown on Playing Guildenstern in Folger Theatre’s ‘Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead’ by Sophia Howes

In Part 1 of two interviews with the actors who play Rosencrantz and Guildenstern in Folger Theatre’s production of Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, meet Ada…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 07:14PM

Show Showdown's Totally Unscientific, Completely Biased, Absolutely Pointless Tony Forecast, 2015 by Elizabeth Wollman

Sara KrulwichThis year's Tony Awards are going to be aired on Sunday, June 7, and we at Show Showdown are so excited that we couldn't help but weigh in with our first ever forecast. The…

SOURCE: Show Showdown at 07:00PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: Temple, Donmar Warehouse by Rebecca Jones

A temple is a place of ultimate worship. Temple is about what we individuals, in this modern world of ours, deem worthy of worship. Like fish in a net, we’re fraught and tangled between wo…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:51PM

Good Morning, Handsome! See Six First-Time Tony Nominees Un-Tuxed by Lindsay Champion

Tony nominees Steven Boyer, Alex Sharp, Matthew Beard, Robert Fairchild, Micah Stock and Tony Yazbeck are gearing up for the biggest night of their lives—after wowing Br…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:51PM

Photos! Ricky Martin & Tony Bennett Say Bonjour to Broadway’s An American in Paris by Broadway.com

Broadway alum Ricky Martin and music legend Tony Bennett visited Broadway’s An American in Paris on June 2, 2015. Click for photos!

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:51PM

Kristin Chenoweth sings 'Veronique' from Broadway's 'On the Twentieth Century'

If you haven't had a chance to see a major reason why Kristin Chenoweth earned a Tony Award nomination this year for her performance in Broadway's "On the Twentieth Century," The Today Show …

SOURCE: www.today.com at 06:38PM

Off-Broadway's OFFICE POLITICS Set for WBAI's 'Arts Express' Tomorrow by BroadwayWorld

WBAI Radio's "Arts Express" will feature a special interview with the playwright of the upcoming Off-Broadway play OFFICE POLITICS tomorrow (Thursday) between 2 & 3 PM. The broadcast can be …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:38PM

Behind the Lens: Un-Tuxed by Broadway.com

Behind the scenes with Broadway.com photographer Caitlin McNaney as she photographs Micah Stock, Steven Boyer, Robert Fairchild, Tony Yazbeck, Alex Sharp and Matthew Beard at the Paramount H…

SOURCE: YouTube at 06:32PM

Tony Awards Handicapped By The Wicked Widow Of Central Park West by Jeremy Gerard

EXCLUSIVE: Five days to go until the Tony Awards (Sunday, 8-11 PM, CBS) and it’s about time we heard from Phyllis Newman, who has been known by many names but these days calls herself…

SOURCE: Deadline at 06:21PM

Photo Call: A Steamy Sneak Peek at Broadway Bares: Top Bottoms of Burlesque by David Gewirtzman

More than 150 of the hottest male and female dancers in New York City will take the stage of the Hammerstein Ballroom on June 21 for the 25th edition of Broadway Bares, called Broadway Bares…

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:07PM

Watch the Most Epic Gay Wedding Ever Jennifer Hudson’s New Music Video (Video) by Michael Gioia

"I Still Love You," a music video in support of LGBT equality, has been released by MTV and Logo. Watch and listen to the new song, performed by Jennifer Hudson, who will star in B…

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:07PM

STAGE TUBE: A Phantastic Pairing- Josh Groban & Sierra Boggess Duet on 'All I Ask of You'! by Stage Tube

Josh Grobanis busy promoting his new album, titled 'Stages,' in New York City. Released earlier this spring, via Reprise Records, the album is a collection of some of the greatest musical th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:07PM

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Rehearsals of Bucks County Playhouse's COMPANY Starring Justin Guarini by Stage Tube

Get a quick view into the Chelsea NYC rehearsal studio rooms to see the Bucks County Playhouse cast behind the scenes in preparation for performing in Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY. Check out t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:07PM

BWW Interview: John Cariani's Wonderfully ROTTEN! Role by Naomi Serviss

It's perfectly stupid fun,' Cariani says of this uproarious production filled with awful puns, time-bending Broadway references, and double entendres.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:07PM

CBS Creating Stage Shows Based on ‘Brady Bunch,’ More

Theater audiences will soon get to see the story of what happens when a lovely lady meets a man named Brady. CBS Consumer Products has partnered with creator Sherwood Schwartz’s family…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:05PM

Theater News: Fire Island Edition of Broadway Bares Sets Fundraising Records

"Frisky fly boys slipping out of their jumpsuits" and "ravishing showgirls" raised the total for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Photo Flash: BC/EFA's BROADWAY BARES FIRE ISLAND Raises Over $55,000; Plus Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

Eye-popping photographers, alluring aviators and seductive swingers all found their place in the spotlight on May 30, 2015, as Broadway Bares Fire Island set the stage for a sizzling 25th se…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:58PM

Photos! Anna Wintour, Ruth Wilson, Laura Osnes & More Stars See Chita Rivera in The Visit by Broadway.com

Chita Rivera had a slew of star-studded guests at The Visit on June 2, 2015. Click for photos of Anna Wintour, Ruth Wilson, Laura Osnes, Liz Smith and more.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:52PM

Watch Josh Groban & Broadway.com Audience Choice Award Winner Sierra Boggess Sing Phantom's 'All I Ask of You' by Broadway.com

Josh Groban, all we ask of you is that you stop teasing us and come to the Great White Way already! The crooner, who will perform at this weekend's Tony Awards, has been busy promoting h…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:52PM

'Jerusalem,' 'Jacksonian' in Profiles' new season by Johnny Oleksinski

Profiles Theatre will perform several new-to-Chicago shows next season.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 05:51PM

Four-star 'Once' still bringing people together by Chris Jones

The burly and otherwise taciturn gent in the seat next to me at the Cadillac Palace Theatre on Wednesday night was wiping away tears half the night at the musical "Once," which has returned …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 05:51PM

Grammy Winner Loudon Wainwright III Pays Tribute to His Dad in Surviving Twin by Olivia Clement

The Greenwich Village venue SubCulture will present the New York premiere of Surviving Twin, written and performed by Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Loudon Wainwright III. In…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:50PM

Thornton Wilder Conference to Draw International Scholars to Rhode Island by American Theatre Editors

The writer's estate collaborates in the second such gathering, which will fete Paula Vogel and feature talks by Will Eno and Gordon Edelstein.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:22PM

Max Von Essen Says “Yes!” to Tony Night Tux

Max Von Essen is a 2015 Tony nominee for Best Featured Actor in a Musical — he plays Henri Baurel in An American in Paris. In this special video exclusive, Broadway Style Guide and…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:21PM

Tony Awards Style: Max von Essen’s Custom Tux is Red Carpet Ready

Max von Essen is a 2015 Tony nominee for Best Featured Actor in a Musical — he plays Henri Baurel in An American in Paris. In this special video exclusive, Broadway Style Guide and…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:21PM

Writers Theatre DOUBT: A PARABLE Extends To Aug. 2 by Michael J. Roberts

Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma announce the extension of Writers Theatre production of Doubt: A Parable by John Patrick Shanley, directed by Wi…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:19PM

CASTING SET FOR “WE GOTTA BINGO,” THE HILARIOUS INTERACTIVE DINNER THEATER EXPERIENCE, OPENING AUG. 3, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

Bill Collins, the producer of the hilarious, interactive dinner theater experience “We Gotta Bingo,” has announced the cast of the production, which will officially open in Chicago Monda…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:19PM

RENT & BLOOD BROTHERS Among THEO UBIQUE’S 2015-16 Season by Michael J. Roberts

Theo Ubique’s 2015-16 season will have a decidedly Anglo-American flavor, featuring two of the longest-running musicals from each side of the Atlantic along with cabarets saluting America�…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:19PM

Underscore Theatre Company Announces 2nd Annual CHICAGO MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL by Michael J. Roberts

Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to announce the line-up and full casting for its second annual CHICAGO MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL, featuring an unprecedented 13 world-premiere musical…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:19PM

Broadway In Chicago Announces Fourth Annual Illinois High School Musical Theater Award Winners BEN LOVE & GRACE ETZKORN by Michael J. Roberts

In celebration of outstanding achievement in high school musical theater performances, Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce the award recipients of the Fourth Annual Illinois High Sch…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 05:19PM

Theatre Review: ‘NSFW’ at Round House Theatre by Elliot Lanes

Round House Theatre concludes its 2014/15 season tenfold with an American premiere that tackles a topic that I don’t think has been explored onstage before. I am referring to the adult ent…

SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 05:17PM

Fun Home Cast Album Tops Billboard Chart This Week by Robert Viagas

The Broadway musical Fun Home pushed its way to the top of Billboard magazine's Cast Album chart for the week just ended, landing the number one spot.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:14PM

In the Spotlight Series: Meet the 2015 Tony Nominees - Lisa KronandJeanine Tesori by Walter McBride

Just weeks ago, the 2015 Tony nominees gathered to meet the press and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big day. Throughout the month, we will continue our Tonys coverage by bringing you exc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:09PM

BC/EFA's BROADWAY BARES FIRE ISLAND Raises Over $55,000; Watch Highlights! by BroadwayWorld

Eye-popping photographers, alluring aviators and seductive swingers all found their place in the spotlight on May 30, 2015, as Broadway Bares Fire Island set the stage for a sizzling 25th se…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:09PM

Julia Murney Set for Industry Reading of THE GOLDSTEIN VARIATIONS Next Week by BroadwayWorld

Industry folks will get a chance to see the newest musical by the writingproducing duo Charlie Schulman amp Michael Roberts aka The Schulberts, The Goldstein Variations, directed byDaniel Ku…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:09PM

BWW's 'Brush Up On Your TONY Nominees' Guide - Best Play by Caryn Robbins

Leading up to Broadway's biggest night, the 2015 TONY AWARDS, BWW will be bringing you an overview of this year's nominees in the top categories. Next up, the nominees for Best Play.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:09PM

Photo Call: Jonathan Groff Reprises His Royal Hamilton Performance For One-Night Only Event by Matthew Blank

Jonathan Groff  reprised his acclaimed performance as King George in an excerpt from Lin-Manuel Miranda's celebrated show Hamilton at the Lapham's Quartely Gala dinner, …

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM

Photo Call: Jonathan Groff Reprised His Royal Hamilton Performance For One-Night Only Event by Matthew Blank

Jonathan Groff  reprised his acclaimed performance as King George in an excerpt from Lin-Manuel Miranda's celebrated show Hamilton at the Lapham's Quartely Gala dinner, …

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:02PM

Photo Flash: New Production Photos From Broadway's Les Misérables

See the new stars of the classic musical at the Imperial Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Yer Granny by Thom Dibdin

✭✭✭✩✩ Saucy: Hugely – if inconsistently – funny, but lacking real dramatic impact, Yer Granny at the King’s is certainly crowd-pleasi…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:52PM

Dame Kristin Scott Thomas on Meeting the Queen, Emails From Helen Mirren & Her West End Reign in The Audience by Matt Wolf

They say there’s nothing like a dame—but what about two dames? That’s the situation currently with Peter Morgan’s London and Broadway hit The Audience, which has one …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:49PM

Not an Illusion! Check Out Nick Jonas' Pop Rendition of 'Believe' from Finding Neverland The Album by Ryan McPhee

Here’s something we can believe in. Pop heartthrob and Broadway alum Nick Jonas returns to his theatrical roots by singing on the Finding Neverland concept album. Take a listen below t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:49PM

Odds & Ends: An Act of God's Caitlyn Jenner Update, Bradley Cooper Rebelled With Elephant Man & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. An Act of God's Caitlyn Jenner Update Never let it be said that God is out of touch—he’s changing one of th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:49PM

Lionsgate Will Release New Movie on THE SOUND OF MUSIC's Von Trapp Family Later this Year by BroadwayWorld

Just in time for the 50 th anniversary of the worldwide box office blockbuster The Sound of Music, Lionsgate NYSE LGF, a premier next generation global content leader, has acquired all U.S.,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:48PM

CBS 2 Will Broadcast Saturday Night Tony Awards Preview by Andrew Gans

CBS 2 New York will air its annual Tony Awards preview special, "At the Tonys With Dana Tyler," June 6 beginning at 7 PM ET; check local listings.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:38PM

New York Live Arts Announces 2015–16 Season by American Theatre Editors

The movement-based company's season includes performance art, dance, theatre and music.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:32PM

An Insider’s Look at TodayTix by Matthew Wexler

by Ryan Leeds Although there is no known statistical evidence to prove it, patience does not rank as a high attribute for New Yorkers. Whether it’s waiting for a restaurant table, in line …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:30PM

Live-Stream Tonight’s Musical Event With Disney Songwriting Master Alan Menken! by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com will exclusively live-stream Artist to Artist, a June 3 event at the David Rubenstein Atrium at New York's Lincoln Center. The free event will feature multiple Oscar and…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:26PM

The Screening Room: Tony Lifetime Achievement Honoree Tommy Tune by Robert Viagas and Andrew Gans

Nine-time Tony Award winner Tommy Tune was named recipient of a 2015 Lifetime Achievement Tony Honor. Playbill.com looks back at his career with clips of his Broadway outings, concert an…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:13PM

Ever After – Papermill Playhouse – Opening Night Photos by Sandi Durell

              by: Maryann Lopinto     EVER AFTER opened at the Papermill in Millburn, New Jersey on Sunday, May 31st. Based on the motion... The …

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 04:13PM

First Look At Donna McKechnie With Megan Hilty In Rehearsal For BOMBSHELL Concert by Pat Cerasaro

BOMBSHELL says happy birthday to the dame herself

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:10PM

The Heat Is Back On! Brand New MISS SAIGON Revival Documentary Set For UK Release 7/6 by Pat Cerasaro

MISS SAIGON receives the documentary treatment, again

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:10PM

Sting's THE LAST SHIP Will Play Norway, Sweden and Finland! by BroadwayWorld

According to the New York Times, The Last Ship, for which Sting earned a 2015 Tony nomination, will play Norway, Sweden and Finland in the coming years. Sting's spokesperson Rick Miramontez …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:10PM

BWW Readers' Countdown: The Greatest Tonys Performances of the Past Five Years- #3 by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld is counting down to the biggest night on every theatre-lover's calendar- the 69th Annual Tony Awards, which will be co-hosted by Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming on Sunday, J…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:10PM

FUN HOME Broadway Cast Recording Hits No. 1 on Billboard Albums Chart by BroadwayWorld

Fun Home, the Award-winning new musical that began previews on Broadway on March 27, announced today that the updated and expanded Broadway version of the cast recording has reached 1 on the…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:10PM

Broadway at a Discount- What's Available at TKTS for June 3, 2015! by Bww Discount Alert

TKTS has been a New York City institution for decades, bringing theatre-goers a last-minute way to get tickets for some of Broadway's hottest shows at a discount. TDF operates three TKTS Dis…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:10PM

Photo Coverage: Sneak Peek of Broadway's AMAZING GRACE Cast in Action! by Walter McBride

Rehearsals are currently underway for Broadway's new musical Amazing Grace, which will play Broadway's Nederlander Theatre 208 West 41st Street with performances beginning Thursday, June 25 …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:10PM

Nick Jonas Talks & Sings 'Believe' From FINDING NEVERLAND All-Star Recording by Pat Cerasaro

Nick Jonas on the FINDING NEVERLAND concept album

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:10PM

Airing dirty laundry, upscale style, in “Stick Fly” by Hedy Weiss

Imagine a Jerry Springer episode that featured a feud among the members of a highly educated, affluent, African American family, with a couple of visiting romantic partners, and the teenage …

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 04:09PM

Shelter Me review – acrobatics in the Guardian's old offices by Lyn Gardner

Theatre Delicatessen, LondonAn experimental young company use our former HQ to stage a promenade-style circus showUK circus has come a long way in recent years, and we are starting to see a …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:02PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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ArtsBeat: ‘The Last Ship’ Musical to Dock in Scandinavia by Michael Paulson

The show, with music and lyrics by Sting, will be produced in Norway, Sweden and Finland over the next two years.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:54PM

Review: In ‘Alan Cumming Sings Sappy Songs’ at Café Carlyle, No Emotion Is Left Hidden by Stephen Holden

This nightclub show performance amped up an aspect of Mr. Cumming that in the past he has parceled out more cautiously: his deeper personal feelings.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:54PM

Jeremy Shamos Prepares for ‘The Qualms’ by Alexis Soloski

The actor is quite in demand for roles that require jerks and moral cowards.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:54PM

Memphis Minnie: Straddling the Blues by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Memphis Minnie (Lizzie “Kid” Douglas a.k.a. Minnie Lawlers, 1897-1973). To me, she is one of the most incredible figures in blues history, on account of …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 03:52PM

SELFHOOD, SNOW GLOBES, AND MANIFEST DESTINY by Sarah Lunnie

Clubbed Thumb’s Summerworks series is underway at The Wild Project.

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 03:52PM

Photo Exclusive: A Hirschfeld Reflection of the 2015 Tony Nominees by Matthew Blank

In celebration of The New-York Historical Society's special exhibition "The Hirschfeld Century: The Art of Al Hirschfeld" and the new book "The Hirschfeld Century: Por…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

Bradley Cooper Misses Tony Campaign as He Recreates Elephant Man in London by Robert Viagas

At this time of year Tony Award nominees can often be found at one or more—or all—of the tightly scheduled Broadway parties, secondary awards shows and other events that give them a chan…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

Find Out What Something Rotten! Tony Nominee Brian d'Arcy James Learned from His Uncle Harry by Broadway.com

Something Rotten! Tony nominee Brian d'Arcy James reveals a bad habit, shocking stage door comment and his spelling skills.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:42PM

Tony Nominee Sting's The Last Ship Will Set Sail to Scandinavia, May Dock in U.K. by Imogen Lloyd Webber

All aboard! Broadway.com has confirmed that the short-lived but loved Great White Way musical The Last Ship will dock in Norway, Sweden and Finland over the next two years. Sting, who receiv…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:42PM

Sting Musical The Last Ship Plans International Journey by Andrew Gans and Adam Hetrick

The Last Ship, the new musical starring 16-time Grammy winner Sting that ended its Broadway run Jan. 24 after just under four months of performances at the Neil Simon Theatre, w…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:35PM

Great Plains Theatre Conference: A Homecoming of the Mind by American Theatre Editors

One week each year, a Nebraska campus becomes a hub for playwrights to rekindle camaraderie and dreams---oh, and present some fierce new work.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:31PM

‘Once’ — and again — it’s pure magic by Hedy Weiss

"Once," which has returned to Chicago for an all too brief engagement at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, weaves a spell around its audience in ways that are unlike those of any other Broadway m…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 03:24PM

2015 Tony Nominee Secrets: SOMETHING ROTTEN! star Brian d'Arcy James Is a Champion Speller by Broadway.com

SOMETHING ROTTEN! Tony nominee Brian d'Arcy James reveals a bad habit, shocking stage door comment and his spelling skills.

SOURCE: YouTube at 03:15PM

James Madison High School’s Advanced Theatre Class Presents ‘Dani Girl’ on June 12th & 13th by Ashton Schaffer

Why is mint chocolate chip ice cream? Why is cancer? Well, that is just the very question that Madison High School’s Advanced Theatre class intends to answer. No one seems to know why cert…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:15PM

Alan Cumming rides his wave of popularity to a cabaret run by Elisabeth Vincentelli

There’s no “Cabaret” in Alan Cumming’s cabaret. But then you can’t blame him for skipping those ultra-familiar tunes in his Café Carlyle debut, “Alan Cumming Sings Sappy Son…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 03:13PM

A gimmicky premise morphs into a suspenseful, funny play by Celia Wren

It hardly seems fair. Jeb, Misa and Emilio are dealing with a blizzard that has descended on Minnesota. They also are grappling with the meaning of life and death: They have, after all, met …

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:07PM

What A Line Up for the Tony Awards! – Biggest Ever by Sandi Durell

    Get ready to tune into the Tony Awards on Sunday, June 7th, 8-11 pm on CBS to see more than 175 performers join Josh Groban on-stage for a special... The post What A Line Up f…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 03:04PM

Patina Miller to Serve as 2015 Tony Awards Social Media Correspondent by BroadwayWorld

She may not be on stage season, but Tony winner Patina Miller will be playing a part during Broadway's biggest night this weekend.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:03PM

Road to the Tonys: Enrolling in Musical University with ‘Something Rotten!’

About halfway through the first act of Broadway’s “Something Rotten!” there’s a song called “A Musical.” It’s an over-the-top showstopper, and it brings down the house. It’s …

SOURCE: Variety at 03:00PM

Photo Flash: Robert Fairchild, Joel Grey, Leanne Cope, and Tony Yazbeck Receive 2015 Astaire Awards

New York's dancers were honored during the 33rd annual ceremony.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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VIDEO: FROZEN & More Featured in Todrick Hall's Newest Mashup 'The Evolution of Disney' by TV News Desk

In his latest video mashup, talented singer Todrick Hall covers 75 years of Disney musical magic, including songs from Snow White, Beauty and the Beast and Frozen.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:56PM

Deaf West Theatre's SPRING AWAKENING Extends at The Wallis by BroadwayWorld

Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts The Wallis, Deaf West Theatre and Cody Lassen announce Deaf West Theatre's innovative new production of Spring Awakening has been extended for…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:56PM

BWW TV Exclusive: BACKSTAGE WITH RICHARD RIDGE- Tonys Special with 2015 Nominee Ruthie Ann Miles! by BroadwayWorld TV

Welcome to BWW's exclusive talk show, BACKSTAGE WITH Richard Ridge. Follow Richard as he visits the theater's best and brightest in their dressing rooms, on their stages and favorite hang ou…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:56PM

SOUND OFF Special Edition: 10 Marvelous Moments To Remember From The 2015 Theatre World Awards by Pat Cerasaro

The 2014-2015 season has been jam-packed with exciting entertainment, fabulous stars and unforgettable nights that only live theatre can provide and this week one of the oldest awards instit…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:56PM

Courtney Love in KANSAS CITY CHOIR BOY & More Set for CTG's Kirk Douglas Theatre's 12th Season by BroadwayWorld

Center Theatre Group Artistic Director Michael Ritchie has set the 12th season at the CTGKirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:56PM

Punk or Provocateur with...Sam Ogilvie by Michael Block

Name: Sam OgilvieHometown: Piscataway, NJTell us about The Roaring Girl: The Roaring Girl is the story of a real woman from Jacobean times known as Moll Cutpurse. She's a well-known tom…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:51PM

Alan Cumming gets personal and sappy at Cafe Carlyle by Joe Dziemianowicz

Alan Cumming makes his debut at Cafe Carlyle in personal and powerful show of "Sappy Songs."

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 02:43PM

The worst Broadway musical you'll probably love by Ken Levine

 In keeping with yesterday's theme -- success can come despite flawed scripts.  And because the Tonys are this Sunday (as if anybody cares)...If there ever was a bulletproof Broadw…

SOURCE: Ken Levine at 02:43PM

6 Categories the Tony Awards Desperately Need

Last year, the Tony Awards decided to eliminate the award for best sound design, and their reason was literally something like, “A lot of our voters don’t get it.” Well, I …

SOURCE: Backstage at 02:43PM

Big commercial hit and small, creative musical lead Tony Awards

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Broadway is preparing for its biggest night on Sunday with the 2015 Tony Awards, U.S. theater's highest honors, following a record-breaking season with a commercial hit …

SOURCE: Reuters at 02:43PM

'Oedipus Machina' at the Odyssey Theatre is classic yet inventive by Philip Brandes

Back in ancient Greece, Oedipus set the gold standard for mommy issues. Nowadays, though, his story can seem to hit the stage lugging three millennia worth of psychological baggage — a Dr…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 02:43PM

Jason Alexander prepares to sing 'the music of Larry David' by Associated Press

NEW YORK — When Larry David was showing his old "Seinfeld" pal Jason Alexander the quirks of his Broadway dressing room, the discussion naturally went to the toilet."You know what he said…

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 02:43PM

'Finding Neverland' to perform at Tony Awards despite zero nominations by David Ng

"Finding Neverland" came up with a big fat zero when the Tony Award nominations were announced in April, but the blockbuster musical's complete shut-out won't stop producer Harvey Weinstei…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 02:43PM

WATCH: Our theater critic gives her 2015 Tony Awards predictions by Christopher Kelly

For best musical, it appears to be a showdown between the dark and brooding "Fun Home" and the light and airy "An American in Paris."

SOURCE: NJ.com at 02:42PM

The Screening Room: 2015 Tony-Nominated Best Leading Actor in a Musical, Something Rotten!‘s Brian D by Olivia Clement

Tony Award nominee Brian D'Arcy James received a 2015 Tony nomination for his performance as Nick Bottom in the new musical Something Rotten! Playbill.com looks back at his care…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:40PM

Sunday's Tony Awards could confirm new British invasion by Charles McNulty

Of the 10 Tony Award nominees in the lead actor and actress categories for drama, five are English. We look at what the Brits have brought to Broadway stages over the past season, and why th…

SOURCE: San Jose Mercury News at 02:40PM

The Reviews Are In: The Broadway Ticket Biz Stinks by Philip Boroff

These days, type “Broadway tickets” in a web browser and it’s easy to get confused.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 02:40PM

‘Sister Act’ Remake in the Works at Disney by Dave McNary

A remake of Whoopi Goldberg’s comedy “Sister Act” is in the works at Disney. Goldberg is not yet involved with the new “Sister Act.” Kirsten Smith and Karen McC…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:38PM

Disney Developing ‘Fantasia’ Sequence Into Live-Action Movie by Maane Khatchatourian

Disney is developing a movie based on the iconic “Night on Bald Mountain” closing sequence from the 1940 animated pic “Fantasia” for its latest live-action adaptation…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:38PM

‘Tangled’ Animated TV Series Based on Film Coming to Disney Channel by Elizabeth Wagmeister

“Tangled” is heading to the small screen. Based on the 2010 feature film from Walt Disney Animation Studios, the animated television series is slated to premiere on Disney Chann…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:38PM

Performances Announced For The 2015 Tony Awards by Cbsexaminer

Performances for the 2015 Tony Awards were announced, revealing a list of performers that is sure to entertain even the most untheatrical of viewers.

SOURCE: CBS 2 TV at 02:23PM

Could Skylight's Carey Mulligan Win a Tony & an Oscar in a Year? Watch Trailer for Her New Film Suffragette by Imogen Lloyd Webber

2015 Tony nominee Carey Mulligan, currently treading the boards on Broadway in Skylight, is also generating much awards buzz for her on screen work this year. A trailer of her latest film, S…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:20PM

"Cagney" Lacks the Moxie of its Namesake by Broadway & Me

As the story goes, a drama school teacher once told Robert Creighton that he reminded him of the old movie actor James Cagney. And indeed, Creighton does resemble Cagney and radiates the sam…

SOURCE: Broadway & Me at 02:20PM

Living on AVENUE X by John Jiler & Ray Leslee

We all still live on Avenue X. As events in Ferguson, Baltimore, South Florida and Staten Island have shown us, racism will not easily die.  Here we sit, sixty years after Brown vs the Boa…

SOURCE: www.samuelfrench.com at 02:19PM

Eve Sicular: On FBI Surveillance, Social Activism, and Turning Her Grandmother’s Amazing Story into a Klezmer Musical by Alexandria Berry

June 4th through June 7th, Isle of Klezbos and Eve Sicular are restaging J Edgar Klezmer: Songs from my Grandmother’s FBI Files, a musical documentary about government surveillance,…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:14PM

Photo Coverage: Lisa Kron, Chita Rivera and More Take Center Stage at 6th Annual LILLY Awards by Walter McBride

The 2015 Lilly Awards were held on June 1, 2015 and celebrated and honored women of distinction in American theater. The Lilly Awards are given out by The Lilly Award Foundation. This years …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:03PM

Sacramento Ballet parts ways with executive director

Caty Solace lauded for stabilizing group’s accounting, ‘backend infrastructure’Organization will seek replacement with marketing, business background … Click to Continue »

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 02:00PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Fuse Music Commentary: Jazz and the Piano Concerto — A Coda without a Finale by Steve Elman

What we know of mass-market choice suggests that the more choices a person has, the more likely it is that the person will be dissatisfied with any one choice.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:52PM

EVER AFTER's Charles Shaughnessy to Visit NBC's 'Today', 6/4 by TV News Desk

NBC has announced that Charles Shaughnessy, currently starring in the world premiere of EVER AFTER at Paper Mill Playhouse, will visit TODAY, tomorrow, June 4th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

Raise Your Voice! Disney Developing New Installment of SISTER ACT by Movies News Desk

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Disney is currently developing a new installment of one of the most successful comedies of 1990's, SISTER ACT.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

Dame Helen Mirren to Host IFC's Six-Part Series DOCUMENTARY NOW! by TV News Desk

This summer, IFC's newest original comedy series Documentary Nowwill lovingly parody some of the world's best-known documentaries. DameHelen Mirren The Queen, The Audience serves as host of …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

BWW TV: IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU's Sierra Boggess and Lisa Howard Make Shubert Alley Perfect! by BroadwayWorld TV

STARS IN THE ALLEY, presented by United Airlines, was held earlier today, May 27th in Shubert Alley, between Broadway and 8th Avenue and 44th and 45th Streets. Hosted by HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

Photo Coverage: Inside The 2015 LILLY AWARDS Arrivals by Walter McBride

The 2015 Lilly Awards were held on June 1, 2015 and celebrated and honoredwomen of distinction in American theater. The Lilly Awards are given out by The Lilly Award Foundation. This years e…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Lies Unravel on Season Finale of YOUNGER! by TV News Desk

On the next episode of TV Land's YOUNGER titled 'The Old Ma'am and the C', Liza's lies come to a disastrous head on multiple fronts, threatening to ruin her professionally and romantically.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

BWW TV: Broadway Welcomes New Talent at the 71st Annual Theatre World Awards! by BroadwayWorld TV

The 71st Annual Theatre World Awards -- the first award created in 1945 to recognize a debut theatre performance on or off-Broadway -- just honoredthe legacy of Betty Comden and On The Town …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

Ben Fankhauser, Adam Kaplan & More to Join Joey Conretras in Concert at NYMF by BroadwayWorld

The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Bryan Campione Present 'Joey Contreras In Concert' Thursday July 16, 2015 at The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Ce…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

Western Region Nominations Now Open for SDCF's $5000 Fichandler Award by BroadwayWorld

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation SDCF opened the nomination process for The Zelda Fichandler Award on June 1, 2015. This award is unrestricted grant of 5000 to an outstanding di…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

Pianist Dick Hyman to Salute Al Hirschfeld at 92Y, 6/10 by BroadwayWorld

Wednesday, June 10 at 8PM, 92Y presents Drawing Music - Hyman's Piano Meets Hirschfeld's Pen. Legendary pianist Dick Hyman will perform music inspired by Al Hirschfeld's magically inked imag…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:52PM

Tony Awards: Musical Numbers Will Include Josh Groban, Plus Shows Not Nommed Like “Finding Neverland” by Roger Friedman

Sunday’s Tony Awards will include just about everything from this season — even performances from shows that are playing but not nominated Categories: Featured Theater(Read mo…

SOURCE: ShowBiz 411 at 01:46PM

Direct the Light of Reason by Diane Glancy

 (This post is part of the blog salon curated by Jacqueline E. Lawton for the 2015 TCG National Conference: Game Change. The following questions will inform the final plenary session, R…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 01:46PM

Five Burning Questions with Something Rotten! Tony Nominee Brian d'Arcy James

Brian d’Arcy James talks Superstar beginnings, juggling Hamilton and Something Rotten! and the emotional interview he’d like to have.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 01:43PM

Hurricane Katrina series part of Royal Conservatory’s 2015/16 season by Trish Crawford

Meryl Streep and the Takács Quartet, Bryn Terfel’s Koerner Hall debut, Joan Armatrading’s farewell also part of season.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 01:42PM

Is Live Theatre Anachronistic In Today’s Mobile Always-On World? by Douglas McLennan

“Think about it: we (mostly) ask our audiences to commute to a particular location, step into a dark building, shut off all access to the outside world, be quiet, and not disturb us as…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 01:28PM

White House Committee Announces Expansion of Turnaround Arts Program by Jasonc

Turnaround Arts to Add Local Programs in Bridgeport CT, Broward County FL, Oʻahu HI, New York NY, and Washington D.C. The President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities (PCAH) will …

SOURCE: Music Theatre International at 01:25PM

Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation Prolegomenon on June 15. by Bt

If you are a small, professional arts organization not currently supported by The Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation, we’d love to meet you. First step, check our guidelines to see i…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 01:25PM

Attention, NBC! “I Just Feel Like I’m Next In Line,” Says Brandy On Her Dream To Be Dorothy in The W by Michael Gioia

Brandy Norwood, who recently extended her run as Roxie Hart in the Broadway revival of Chicago through August, already has hopes of a stage return. She'd like to ease on down the road as…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

CBS 2 New York to Air Tony Awards Preview Special, 6/6 by BroadwayWorld

CBS 2 New York will air its annual TONY AWARDS preview special, AT THE TONYS WITH DANA TYLER, on Saturday, June 6 from 700-730 p.m.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:20PM

'SNL''s Katie Rich will perform at iO this month by Johnny Oleksinski

"Saturday Night Live" writer Katie Rich will perform two shows at iO Chicago this month, the comedy theater said Wednesday.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 01:16PM

Mildred’s Umbrella Announces 2015–16 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season's roster includes works (mostly) by, for and about women.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 01:08PM

Hand to God Tony Nominee Geneva Carr on Lying, Crying & Being a Terrorized Tweety Bird by Broadway.com

Hand to God Tony nominee Geneva Carr reveals the wildest thing she's done to get a part and the embarrassing credit she leaves out of her bio.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:05PM

Elevator Repair Service's The Sound and the Fury Extends Again Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

The Sound and the Fury has extended once again off-Broadway! The show, directed by John Collins and created by Elevator Repair Service, began previews in The Public Theater’s Mar…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:05PM

Take Ten: Andy Prosky by Norman Allen

Appearing in Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead at the Folger Theatre through June 28, Andy Prosky will be familiar to longtime area theatregoers for his appearances at Arena Stage i…

SOURCE: theatrewashington.org at 01:05PM

Tony-Nominated Directors and Designers Share the Secrets of Their Collaborations

The design for the Broadway revival of “The King and I” grew out of an impulse to subtract decoration and add a great big boat. For the play “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nig…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:00PM

Theater News: Elevator Repair Service Announces Final The Sound and the Fury Extension

John Collins directs the production at the Public Theater.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Xanadu to Receive U.K. Premiere at London’s Southwark Playhouse by Mark Shenton

Xanadu, the 2007 Tony-nominated Broadway musical version of the cult 1980 film about a woman who makes dreams come true, is to receive its U.K. premiere at London's Southwark Playous…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:59PM

Review: Tennessee Deep Cuts by Michael Block

The Tennessee Williams canon of work is stellar but the same few plays seem to continually receive life. When the deep cuts get an opportunity to return to the stage, it's appreciated. In Nu…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 12:45PM

Seesaw Star Will Head to the Chatterbox by Andrew Gans

Stage and screen star Michele Lee, a Tony nominee for her performance in the original production of Seesaw, will be the special guest at Seth's Broadway Chatterbox — h…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:44PM

You Can See The One, The Other One, & The Many by Courtney

Choreographer Katherine Stark  presents a work-in-progress showing of The One, The Other One, & The Many by her company The Naked Stark on June 3 at 6pm at Mascher Space Cooperative. …

SOURCE: fringearts.com at 12:44PM

Lord Of The Dance – Dangerous Games Breaks Box Office Records by Doug Mayo

By Doug Mayo Last Monday, following a performance on ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent, sales for the West End show Lord Of The Dance: Dangerous Games broke box office records at the Do…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:42PM

Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of the New Group's THE SPOILS, with Jesse Eisenberg by Walter McBride

TheNew Grouppresents the world premiere production of The Spoils, a new play written by and featuringJesse Eisenberg, directed byScott Elliott. This productionfeaturesErin Darke,Annapurna Sr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Meet the Nominees- THE ELEPHANT MAN's Alessandro Nivola- 'This is the Biggest Moment of My Professional Life' by BroadwayWorld TV

We are yet another day closer to the biggest night on every theatre-lover's calendar- the 69th Annual Tony Awards, which will be co-hosted by Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming on Sunday, Ju…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37PM

“Today Show” Will Welcome Star of Ever After by Andrew Gans

Emmy Award winner Charles Shaugnessy, who plays King Francis in the Paper Mill Playhouse world-premiere musical Ever After, will be a guest on NBC's "Today Show" June 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:37PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Nikki M. James, Gabriel Ebert & More in LCT3's New Musical PRELUDES by BroadwayWorld

Eisa Davis, Gabriel Ebert, Nikki M. James, Joseph Keckler, Chris Sarandon, and Or Matiasstar inLCT3Lincoln Center Theater production of PRELUDES, a new musical by Dave Malloy, inspired by th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37PM

BWW Exclusive: IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU's Sierra Boggess Joins as Tony Awards Red Carpet Host! by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, for the first time ever, the Tony Awards will present a live-streamed red carpet special, helmed by TV and Stage Star Darren Criss, two-time Tony Nomine…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37PM

Disney to Develop Live Action Film Based on Animated Classic FANTASIA by TV News Desk

The studio is currently developing a live-action movie based on the iconic 'Night on Bald Mountain' musical sequence from the 1940's animated classic, FANTASIA.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:37PM

Photo Call: Pasties, Bums and Muscles! A Steamy Sneak Peek at Broadway Bares: Top Bottoms of Burlesq by David Gewirtzman

More than 150 of the hottest male and female dancers in New York City will take the stage of the Hammerstein Ballroom on June 21 for the 25th edition of Broadway Bares, called Broadway Bares…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

Photo Call: A Sneak Peek at Broadway Bares: Top Bottoms of Burlesque by David Gewirtzman

More than 150 of the hottest male and female dancers in New York City will take the stage of the Hammerstein Ballroom on June 21 for the 25th edition of Broadway Bares, called Broadway Bares…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

Photo Call: George Takei Unveils Broadway Allegiance Marquee by Matthew Blank

George Takei and the Allegiance creative team were on hand to witness the unveiling of musical's marquee June 3 at the Longacre Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

Interviews: 20 Questions: Mamma Mia!'s Mazz Murray

The former We Will Rock You star is about to return to the West End, as Tanya in the longrunning Abba musical

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:32PM

Xanadu musical to premiere at Southwark Playhouse by Matthew Hemley

Musical Xanadu will receive its UK premiere at the Southwark Playhouse in October. The show, based on the film of the same

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:28PM

BBC commissions full series of Artsnight and announces guest presenters by Georgia Snow

Shakespeare’s contemporaries and Samuel Beckett’s impact on modern drama will be explored as part of a full series of culture magazine show

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:28PM

Kate Lock wins Adrian Pagan Award by Matthew Hemley

Playwright Kate Lock has won this year’s Adrian Pagan Award, which is aimed at nurturing new writing talent. Lock received the prize

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:28PM

Alicia Silverstone Begins Performances Tomorrow, June 4 in MTC’s World Premiere OF GOOD STOCK by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Manhattan Theatre Club’s New York premiere of Of Good Stock, the new play by Melissa Ross, directed by MTC’s award-winning Artistic Director Lynne Meadow, begins performances tomorrow, T…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 12:27PM

DR. PHILLIPS CENTER ANNOUNCES NEW SERIES AND SHOWS by Michael J. Roberts

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts announces upcoming shows and series confirmed to date for the 2015-2016 season. The Dr. Phillips Center’s anchor season of Broadway Across Ameri…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 12:19PM

Review: Once/Broadway in Chicago by Zach Freeman

RECOMMENDED Back in 2007, the film “Once” struck a chord with anyone who’d ever witnessed a mysterious, brooding stranger leave it all on stage at a small town open mic night. Likely i…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 12:15PM

Chita Rivera Will Sit Down with Jimmy Fallon by Andrew Gans

Several Broadway favorites, including Tony winner (and 2015 Tony nominee) Chita Rivera, back on Broadway in the new musical The Visit, will be guests on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12PM

St. Ann’s Warehouse Announces Starry First Season in New Space by American Theatre Editors

Mark Rylance, Gillian Anderson, Ben Foster and another all-female Donmar Shakespeare lead inaugural season at new space.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:11PM

The Spoils by Theasy.com

The Spoils Off Broadway, Signature Center, The New Group Reviewed by Shani Friedman BOTTOM LINE: Jesse Eisenberg and Scott Elliott bring star power to a funny, well-acted production, but th…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 12:08PM

Meet the Director and Cast of of Spooky Action Theater’s ‘Jarry Inside Out': Part 1: Ian LeValley by Joel Markowitz

In Part 1 of a series of interviews with the Director and cast of Spooky Action Theater’s Jarry Inside Out, meet Ian LeValley. Why did you want to become a member of the cast of Jarr…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:08PM

“See the Light” Again! Alan Menken Will Score an Animated TV Adaptation of Disney’s “Tangled” by Robert Viagas

Prolific composer Alan Menken is writing the score to a new animated TV adaptation of the Disney film "Tangled," based on the Grimm fairytale "Rapunzel," Time magazine re…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07PM

Theater News: Stew, Robert Askins, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, and More Going to SPACE

Award-winning artists will head to bucolic Brewster, New York, to develop new works in Ryder Farm Residency Program.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Interviews: Two Joes Unite to Bring Be More Chill and Diary of a Wimpy Kid to the Stage

New collaborators Iconis and Tracz are making young adult books sing.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

I Interview Playwrights Part 749: Jason Odell Williams by Adam Szymkowicz

Jason Odell Williams Hometown: Columbia, Maryland Current Town: New York City Q:  What are you working on now? A:  I’ve always got a few things happening at once since I like…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 12:00PM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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VIDEO: First Look - Rita Ora Shares Music Video for 'Poison' by BroadwayWorld

Below, check out the music video for Rita Ora's new single 'Poison.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:57AM

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of Broadway's AMAZING GRACE! by Walter McBride

Rehearsals are currently underway for Broadway's new musicalAmazing Grace, which will play Broadway's Nederlander Theatre 208 West 41st Street with performances beginning Thursday, June 25 f…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:57AM

Musical Theatre Factory's Summer Season to Include New Shows, Composer Showcases by BroadwayWorld

Musical Theatre Factory MTF, under the leadership of founding artistic director Shakina Nayfack and managing director Danny Abosch, has announced its 2015 summer season supporting the develo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:57AM

VIDEO: Bradley Cooper Reveals He Was Advised Not to Take On ELEPHANT MAN by TV News Desk

On this morning's GMA, he revealed that throughout his career, he was advised not to take on the role.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:57AM

Spoiler Alert! Performances Announced for the 2015 Tony Awards by Ryan McPhee

Broadway’s biggest night is around the corner (and from our offices, we mean that literally.) The 2015 Tony Awards, held on June 7 at Radio City Music Hall, will feature several live p…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:51AM

Downton's Michelle Dockery & Janet McTeer Will Lead Les Liaisons Dangereuses at Donmar Warehouse; Fall Season Set by Ryan McPhee

Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Michelle Dockery, Tony and Olivier winner Janet McTeer and Dominic West will star in Les Liaisons Dangereuses as part of the Donmar Warehouse’s 2015 fall …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:51AM

DR. PHILLIPS CENTER ANNOUNCES MAJOR GIFT FOR ACOUSTICAL THEATER AND PHASE 2 by Michael J. Roberts

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts announced today that with a new lead gift of $12 million from Chuck Steinmetz and Margery Pabst Steinmetz the planned third theater will be named …

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 11:45AM

Pierre Audi Named Artistic Director of Park Avenue Armory by American Theatre Editors

The 55,000-square-foot drill hall and industrial theatre space makes room for new leader.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:41AM

The box office cannot be the measure of good art by Ivan Hewett

Public subsidy is vital if a wide range of arts are to flourish, says Ivan Hewett

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 11:41AM

Dean Madeline Puzo to Step Down from USC’s Theatre School by American Theatre Editors

She leaves after 13 years as dean of the school of dramatic arts, with David Bridel serving as her interim replacement.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:36AM

What German comedians think of Brits – from bad to wurst by Brian Logan

British standups have plenty of stereotypes about Germans, but is the opposite true? Yes – according to a viral clip about a Brexit from the EU on Germany’s version of The Daily ShowWatc…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:28AM

Hannah Sullivan/Nic Green review – from disco divadom to Scottish jigs by Judith Mackrell

The Place, LondonGreen uses movement to tell the story of her estranged father, while Sullivan explores social dancing as identity in a mixed double bill Related: 'Turn to the pigs for inspi…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:28AM

Liberating Madwoman of Chaillot: Laurence Senelick on his new translation at WSC Avant Bard by Alan Katz

One curiosity of the theater – though it is being seen more and more in film as well – is a script that has been translated from another language. When we watch a play in transla…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:28AM

Breaking News: Who is Performing What at the Tony Awards! by Courtney Kochuba

Today, the Tony Awards announced that more than 175  performers will join Josh Groban for a special performance (the most performances in a single number in Tony Awards history) on Sunday n…

SOURCE: www.samuelfrench.com at 11:26AM

Exclusive! See Broadway’s “Dreamiest Dream Ballet” from Tony-Nominated On the Town! by Playbill Staff

After winning an Emmy Award for his work on "Smash," choreographer Joshua Bergasse is up for a Tony Award this season for his joyous choreography in the Broadway revival of On the …

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:23AM

Photo Call: Jesse Eisenberg’s The Spoils Open’s Off-Broadway by Matthew Blank

The New Group's world premiere of The Spoils — by Jesse Eisenberg of "Social Network" fame — officially opened June 2 following previews t…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:19AM

Boadway Revival of LES MISERABLES Plays 500th Performance Today by BroadwayWorld

BCameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Claude-Michel Schonberg amp Alain Boublil's LES MISERABLES will celebrate its 500th performance today at the Imperial Theatre 249 West 45th …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:16AM

Photo Flash: First Look at LES MISERABLES' New Broadway Leads! by BroadwayWorld

Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil amp Schonberg's Les Miserables, which will celebrate its 500th performance tonight, welcomed several new cast members for its second …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:16AM

BWW TV: Josh Young, Erin Mackey & More Preview Broadway-Bound AMAZING GRACE! by BroadwayWorld TV

Rehearsals are currently underway for Broadway's new musical Amazing Grace, which will play Broadway's Nederlander Theatre 208 West 41st Street with performances beginning Thursday, June 25 …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:16AM

Mandy Moore & Zachary Levi to Reprise Roles in TANGLED Animated TV Series; Alan Menken to Compose Music by TV News Desk

'Tangled,' an animated series for kids, tween and families, based on Walt Disney Animation Studios' acclaimed feature film, has begun production with Mandy Moore and Zachary Levi reprising t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:16AM

Fuse Jazz Review: Bill Frisell’s Americana Dreams by Jon Garelick

Bill Frisell and his quartet performed a program of well-worn American hits whose juxtapositions allowed you to make your own cross-references and draw your own conclusions.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:16AM

2015 Tony Awards: Who is she wearing? Cleveland Play House's Laura Kepley searches for Tony glam in NYC by Andrea Simakis

Glamour is hard work, darling. So CPH's Laura Kepley did the sensible thing and called friend and New York-based designer Lex Liang to help her get ready for Sunday's Tony Awards.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 11:15AM

Breaking News: Find Out Who Is Performing What at the Tony Awards; Plus, New Presenters Announced! by BroadwayWorld

The Tony Awards today announced that more than 175 performers will join Josh Groban on-stage for a special performance - the most performers in a single number in Tony Awards history - at Ra…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:10AM

VIDEO: First Look - Jennifer Hudson's 'I Still Love You' in Support of LGBT Equality by TV News Desk

MTV and Logo today announced they will exclusively premiere I Still Love You, a music video in support of LGBT equality from W Hotels

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:10AM

Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient Tommy Tune to Present at 2015 Tonys by TV News Desk

CBS has just announced that Tommy Tune, this year's recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Tony award, will be among the presenters on this year's telecast.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:10AM

AUDIO EXCLUSIVE: 'Adrame' de la nueva produccin de Evita by Juan-Jose Gonzalez

BroadwayWorld Spain te presenta en exclusiva 'Adrame', la versin en castellano de 'You Must Love Me', del la nueva produccin de Evita que se estrenar el 4 de julio en el Auditorio de Tenerif…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:10AM

Letters of the week by The Stage

Audio guides are a poor substitute I was surprised to read your article regarding the tour guides’ strike at Shakespeare’s Globe (Editor’s

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:00AM

2015 TONY AWARDS by Barry

2015 TONY AWARDS TO FEATURE MORE PERFORMERS ON STAGE THAN EVER BEFORE! Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming will Co-Host the 69th Annual Tony Awards, and more than 175 performers will join Jos…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 11:00AM

Review: Crossing

A much-anticipated opera about Walt Whitman tending injured Union soldiers during the Civil War has its world premiere.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Theater News: Wednesday Matinee of Significant Other Canceled Because of Actor Illness

Joshua Harmon's new dark comedy plays the Laura Pels Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Theater News: More Than 175 Performers to Join Josh Groban for Special Tonys Performance

The event will feature the most performers in a single number in Tony Awards history.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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VIDEO: Kristin Chenoweth in All-New Extended Trailer for Disney's DESCENDANTS by TV News Desk

Dove Cameron, Cameron Boyce, Booboo Stewart and Sofia Carson star as the teenage sons and daughters of Disney's most infamous villains, in Disney's 'Descendants,' a live-action movie that - …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:56AM

Tonys: 'The King and I' Nominees Kelli O'Hara and Bartlett Sher on Their Collaborative Partnership by Suzy Evans

The six-time Tony-nominated actress and her frequent director discuss their work on projects past, present and future.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:49AM

Tony Awards Producers Reveal Musical Numbers For CBS’ Sunday Broadcast by Jeremy Gerard

CBS is gambling on the popularity of Broadway’s 2014-2015 slate of Tony-nominated musicals to draw TV viewers to the Sunday 8-11 P.M. broadcast from Radio City Music Hall, along with h…

SOURCE: Deadline at 10:47AM

EXCLUSIVE: Watch On the Town’s Spellbinding Dream Ballet

On the Town's Joshua Bergasse is a 2015 Tony nominee for Best Choreography — and this exclusive clip shows why. Stars Tony Yazbeck (a nominee for Best Actor in a Musical) and M…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:44AM

Roundabout Cancels Preview of Significant Other Due to Actor Illness by Olivia Clement

Roundabout Theatre has cancelled the June 3 matinee preview performance of Significant Other, due to an ill cast member. Performances are scheduled to resume the evening of…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:43AM

Tonys: Josh Groban, 'Jersey Boys' to Perform by Ashley Lee

More than 175 performers will join Groban onstage for a special performance — the most performers in a single number in Tony Awards history.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:33AM

Tonya Pinkins Will Star in CSC’s Mother Courage with Original Music by Duncan Sheik by Olivia Clement

Tony winner Tonya Pinkins, recently seen in the racially charged workplace drama Rasheeda Speaking, will star in the title role of Classic Stage Company's upcoming Off-Broadway produ…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:31AM

Lee Stevens obituary by Theo Morgan

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SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:25AM

2015 Tony Awards to Feature More Performers on Stage Than Ever Before!

Hosted by Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming, the 69th annual Tony Awards will feature performances from nominated shows, this season's Broadway musicals, a special performance by Josh Groba…

SOURCE: Tony Awards at 10:25AM

2015 Metros: Blue Carpet Session #lohudmetros by Peter D. Kramer

Here, in Peter Carr’s video, is the 2015 Metros pre-show, heretofore to be known as The Blue Carpet Session. 2015 Metros: The Blue Carpet Session The post 2015 Metros: Blue Carpet Sess…

SOURCE: The Journal News at 10:25AM

Jonathan Church Sets Up New Production Company by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Following on from the announcement of his departure from Chichester Festival Theatre after the 2016 Season, Jonathan Church today announces that he will be establishing a …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:23AM

Chicago dance duo earns highest honor in 'America's Got Talent' auditions by Tracy Swartz

Chicago dance group Freckled Sky were the raining champions on Tuesday's episode of "America's Got Talent."

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 10:15AM

Dispatch from the Prague Fringe Festival, 2015. by Susan Galbraith

–  Alliance for New-Music Theater was invited to bring Kafka’s Metamorphosis to this year’s Prague Fringe Festival. Susan Galbraith takes us there as a Fringe goer and pro…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:14AM

MET gives Good People an outstanding production (review) by Jeffrey Walker

How does the old song go? “If it weren’t for bad luck, I’d have no luck at all.” That sums up Margaret Walsh, whose hand to mouth existence is as normal for her as breathing. Margie …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:14AM

A Man for All Seasons at NextStop Theatre (review) by Jeffrey Walker

One thing I will say about Robert Bolt’s political drama A Man for All Seasons – it is a lot funnier than I remembered. Perhaps it is our changing sensibilities but I think it also…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:14AM

Review: Il trittico (Holland Park)

Puccini's trilogy of one-act operas inspires a magnificent company achievement

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:10AM

VIDEO: Jude Law Reveals Musical Theater Background; Ponders 'Cold Mountain: The Musical' by Stage Tube

'I found singing quite stressful actually, I'm just not very good at it,' revealed Law as he ponders what 'Cold Mountain The Musical' might sound like. Check out the clip below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:10AM

VIDEO: Kritin Chenoweth in All-New Extended Trailer for Disney's DESCENDANTS by TV News Desk

Dove Cameron, Cameron Boyce, Booboo Stewart and Sofia Carson star as the teenage sons and daughters of Disney's most infamous villains, in Disney's Descendants, a live-action movie that - wi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:10AM

Tune in Tonight for Artist to Artist Livestream with Alan Menken! by BroadwayWorld

Best known for his scores to The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and Pocahontas, multiple Academy Award winner Alan Menken will discuss artist process with emerging playwright…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:10AM

Tony Awards Will Feature Its Largest Production Number Ever; Musical Numbers Announced! by Andrew Gans

More than 175 performers will join Josh Groban onstage for a special performance — the most performers in a single number in Tony Awards history — at Radio City Music Hal…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:01AM

Theater News: Joe Rosario to Direct Double Bill of The Exhibition and Flowers for Algernon

Matt de Rogatis will star in both plays in A Night of One Acts at the Bridge Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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NEWS: Departing Chichester boss Jonathan Church sets up new production company by Press Releases

Following on from the announcement of his departure from Chichester Festival Theatre after the 2016 Season, Jonathan Church today announces that he will be establishing a new, independent pr…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:57AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, June 3, 2015 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:53AM

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 6/3/15- CHICAGO by Stage Tube

Today in 1975, Chicago opened at the 46th Street Theatre now the Richard Rogers Theatre, where it ran for 936 performances. Chicago is a musical set in Prohibition-era Chicago, with music is…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:51AM

All Tony Nominated Musical Casts Set for TONY's 'In Memoriam' Segment? by TV News Desk

The New York Post's Michael Riedel reports that unlike last year, CBS will broadcast the 'In Memoriam' segment of the 2015 TONY AWARDS.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:51AM

VIDEO: First Look - Meryl Streep & Carey Mulligan Star in SUFFRAGETTE Trailer by Movies News Desk

Below, get a first look at the new film SUFFRAGETTE in the first official trailer.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:51AM

Photo Coverage: FUN HOME's Judy Kuhn Receives Sardi's Caricature! by Jennifer Broski

The beloved Broadway tradition continued yesterdayas Sardi's 234 West 44thStreetaddeda caricature of four-time Tony Award nomineeJudy Kuhnto its walls, with an unveiling celebration hosted b…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:51AM

Xanadu The Musical Comes To Southwark Playhouse by Doug Mayo

By Doug Mayo The UK premiere of the Tony nominated musical comedy Xanadu is coming to the Southwark Playhouse in a season running from 16 October – 21 November 2015. The musical based …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:50AM

‘NSFW’ at Round House Theatre Company by John Stoltenberg

Round House Theatre just opened a stunningly good production of NSFW directed by Meredith McDonough. The script by British playwright Lucy Kirkwood is a marvel in itself, because it is a sc…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 09:50AM

Man Whose 3 Theatres Burned Is Convicted of Insurance Fraud by Robert Viagas

In the end it wasn't fire that got him, but water.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:41AM

Will Benjamin Walker Get Bloody Bloody in Broadway’s American Psycho Musical? by Andrew Gans and Adam Hetrick

Benjamin Walker, who starred in the title role of Broadway's Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, will reportedly play serial killer Patrick Bateman in the Broadway debut of American Psycho, ac…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:40AM

Jason Alexander prepares to sing 'the music of Larry David' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- When Larry David was showing his old "Seinfeld" pal Jason Alexander the quirks of his Broadway dressing room, the discussion naturally went to the toilet....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 09:38AM

Kirk Douglas Theatre's 2015-2016 season: 'Straight White Men,' Courtney Love by Deborah Vankin

What’s the meaning of life? What’s the point of economic privilege if it comes with an even steeper cost? What’s life without salad?

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:38AM

Autumn Donmar Warehouse Season Announced by Doug Mayo

By Doug Mayo Donmar Warehouse Artistic Director Josie Rourke today announced the theatre’s Autumn season of three plays which includes Abi Morgan’s Splendour directed by Associat…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:36AM

Jeff Talbott’s “The Gravedigger’s Lullaby” Gets NYC Reading June 3-4; Jenn Thompson Directs by Kenneth Jones

Playwright Jeff Talbott talks about his new play, getting a reading in the 2015 NewTACTics Festival of New Plays by Off-Broadway’s TACT/The Actors Company Theatre.

SOURCE: By Kenneth Jones at 09:36AM

First Ad for 2016 CATS Revival to Air During Tonys Telecast? by TV News Desk

The New York Post's Michael Riedel reports that Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber is about to announce a revival next spring for his record-breaking musical CATS

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:36AM

Theater Review: Review: Occupy London and Time Travel by Matt Wolf

Simon Russell Beale revisits the Occupy movement in “Temple,” and the Royal Shakespeare Company revives Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:33AM

Jim Bailey, Character Actor in Drag, Dies at 77 by Bruce Weber

Mr. Bailey, who performed in the guise of pop divas like Judy Garland and Barbra Streisand, was a Las Vegas favorite, but he also played supper clubs, cabarets, Carnegie Hall and the London …

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:33AM

Lifetime Achievement Honoree Tommy Tune Will Be a Tony Presenter by Andrew Gans, Robert Viagas

Nine-time Tony Award winner Tommy Tune, who was named recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Tony honor, will not be presented with his award during the live CBS telecast June 7, according…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:31AM

Snapshot: ‘Cuddles,’ From Joseph Wilde, Turns the Tables on a Fear of Horror by Laura Collins-Hughes

Mr. Wilde talks about his unnerving vampire tale at 59E59 Theaters, which depicts two women — one all-controlling, the other wrapped up in fantasy tales.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 09:27AM

NEWS: Donmar announces 2015 autumn season, including all-star Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Press Releases

At the Donmar Warehouse, Artistic Director Josie Rourke today announces an autumn season of three plays by leading contemporary playwrights. Associate Director Robert Hastie directs Abi Morg…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:26AM

Brad Oscar: Snappy Dresser by Linda Buchwald

The two-time Tony Award nominee for Something Rotten! chats with Broadway Style Guide while getting his custom tux at Suitsupply. He shares his (and his dog’s) favorite item of clothing.

SOURCE: Broadway Style Guide at 09:22AM

NEWS: Derren Brown brings latest live show Miracle to West End by Press Releases

The multi-award winning acknowledged master of psychological illusion returns to the West End stage with his new one-man show DERREN BROWN: MIRACLE. Following a sell-out 105-date national to…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:21AM

First Look: Meryl Streep, Helena Bonham Carter & Carey Mulligan in ‘Suffragette’ by Jeremy Gerard

Here’s the trailer for Suffragette, which reunites Streep and her Bafta-nominated Iron Lady screenwriter Abi Morgan in Sarah Gavron’s drama about Britain’s long and someti…

SOURCE: Deadline at 09:10AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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We Watch Theatre to Watch Ourselves by Aileen Lambert

With the Tony Awards coming up this week, I am entirely on Team Fun Home. In my opinion, this musical has changed what is possible to stage on Broadway, and I cannot think of a better candid…

SOURCE: newmusicaltheatre.com at 08:53AM

Theatre News: Xanadu musical gets UK premiere at Southwark Playhouse

The Tony-nominated show is adapted from the cult 1980s film

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:49AM

Blogs: Editor's Blog: Jimmy Savile play deserves a fair hearing

There has been a storm of criticism about the upcoming Park Theatre production, but we must try to resist pre-judging it

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:49AM

Theatre News: Jonathan Church announces independent production company

The Chichester Festival Theatre artistic director is leaving his current role in September 2016

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:49AM

WAKE UP with BWW 6/3/2015 - HEISENBERG, SCHOOL OF ROCK Concerts and More! by Jessica Showers

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it Today's big news Two plays open off-Broadway, Andrew Ll…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:49AM

Andrew Lloyd Webber Kicks Off SCHOOL OF ROCK Preview Concerts Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Creator Andrew Lloyd Webber has invited guests scroll down to read the full, official invitation letter to the Grammercy Theatre to watch an early version of SCHOOL OF ROCK-THE MUSICAL. Tick…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:49AM

First Ad for CATS Revival to Air During Tonys for 2016 Revival? by TV News Desk

The New York Post's Michael Riedel reports that Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber is about to announce a revival next spring for his record-breaking musical CATS

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:49AM

Julia Murney, Priscilla Lopez & More Join Seth Rudetsky at Tony Awards Pop-Up Shop Today by BroadwayWorld

The Tony Awards and Dress Circle Publishing announce a special fan experience at the Tony Awards Pop-Up Shop. Author and Broadway personality Seth Rudetsky will be joined by Broadway favorit…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:49AM

Gen Y’ers Struggle With Dehumanizing Technology In New Theatre’s Leveling Up by Bill Hirschman

Leveling Up getting an intriguing production by New Theatre is about far more than a 20-something gaming magus in Las Vegas hired to remotely operate drones that eliminate real targets in th…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 08:40AM

Three-Time Tony Winner Mark Rylance, Gillian Anderson's Streetcar & More Set for New Season at St. Ann’s Warehouse by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Three-time Tony winner Mark Rylance is heading back to New York's boards in 2016! The stage and screen star will lead the Big Apple premiere of Nice Fish as part of the inaugural season …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 08:40AM

Yer Granny, King's Theatre Edinburgh, review: 'an abominable delight' by Mark Brown

Gregor Fisher of Rab C Nesbitt plays another hilarious monster in this no-holds-barred comedy, says Mark Brown

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 08:38AM

Not I, Footfalls, Rockaby review – Lisa Dwan's breathtaking Beckett trio by Michael Billington

Barbican, LondonThree of the great Irish playwright’s later works are superbly performed in these precise productionsBeckett’s later works seem to me as much art installations as drama: …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:24AM

Georgian theatre company refused visa to perform in Britain by Lyn Gardner

Theatre should be without borders, but while British companies get to perform around the world – and their work improves because of it – it’s a different story for foreign artists invi…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:24AM

Review: The Spoils at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

esse Eisenberg has once again has written himself a character custom-made for his hyper-active style. Though it's the starring role, it's also his new play's least sympathetic one

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 08:17AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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THE PILLOWMAN • Theatre Lab by Andrea

Ryan MusselmanMartin McDonagh (“The Lieutenant of Inishmore”) has a way with dark comedy. In Theatre Lab’s gripping current production of his 2003 Olivier and Tony award-winning play, …

SOURCE: St. Louis Theatre Snob at 07:55AM

BWW's On This Day - June 3, 2015

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on June 3 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:53AM

VIDEO: Six-Year-Old Theater Critic Iain Armitage Meets His Idol Michael Riedel by Stage Tube

After visiting a performance of Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND, six-year-old theatre critic Iain Armitage and his idol, New York Post theater columnist Michael Riedel, hangout at Sardi's resta…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:53AM

Chicago Theater Review: STOP. RESET. (Goodman) by Lawrence Bommer

WINDOWS ZERO This could have been a conversation. Employing flashy strips of LED lights, twelve video monitors, and digitalized backdrops, Goodman artistic associate Regina Taylor’s stop. …

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 07:38AM

Tonys Are a Hard Get for the Hollywood Set

Tony Award season underscores Broadway’s selectively cordial relationship to Hollywood. While stars such as Helen Mirren and Bradley Cooper received nominations, many film and TV celebriti…

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 07:38AM

Theater Review: Is There a Victor in Jesse Eisenberg's The Spoils? by Jesse Green

His first line is “Namaste, motherfuckers,” and the fact that he says it as a kind of greeting to his Nepalese roommate and the roommate’s Indian-American girlfriend does not make him …

SOURCE: Vulture at 07:38AM

TRENDSDAY POLLS: You and the Tony Awards by JK

It's the biggest week of the year for Broadway fans, and Sunday is the biggest night!  For a lot of shows, how things turn out at the awards show could make or break them.  For oth…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:34AM

Simon Bird cast in The Crocodile at Manchester International Festival 2015 by David Hutchison

Simon Bird is to lead the cast of The Crocodile at this year’s Manchester International Festival. Marek Larwood and Ciaran Owens will

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:28AM

Salisbury International Arts Festival 2015: daily diary

Throughout the Salisbury International Arts Festival, Matthew Stadlen has been keeping track of everything that's going on. Read his daily diary reports here

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 07:10AM

Ticket Offer: Love’s Labours Lost at the Unicorn Theatre by Rebekah Ellerby

Love’s Labours Lost By William Shakepseare | Directed by Stephen Jameson | Venue – Unicorn Theatre Part of the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts Summer Season Four f…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:06AM

Ticket Offer: Feathers in the Snow at the Unicorn Theatre by Rebekah Ellerby

Feathers in the Snow By Philip Ridley | Directed by Ed Stambollouian | Venue – Unicorn Theatre Part of the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts Summer Season In this story a d…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:06AM

Ticket Offer: The Harvest at Soho Theatre by Rebekah Ellerby

The Harvest at Soho Theatre Presented by Theatre Royal Bath Productions and Soho Theatre Thu 21 May – Sat 13 Jun A WICKEDLY FUNNY NEW COMEDY AT SOHO THEATRE It’s harvest time and Ego…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:06AM

Opportunitity: Grosvenor Park Young Company by Rebekah Ellerby

Grosvenor Park Young Company Call Out Call for: actors, directors, stage managers, technicians, designers, composers, choreographers, producers and costume makers… Are you aged 16 – 24 y…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:06AM

Jackie Mason, Adelphi Theatre, review: 'a fitting farewell' by Rupert Hawksley

Rupert Hawksley finds the great US comedian's farewell British show hard work

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 07:05AM

Katharine Williams: How much should you be getting paid? by Katharine Williams

The result of the general election and the impact on different communities in the UK has been rippling through the electronic airwaves.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00AM

How the Greeks invented courtroom drama by Harry Mount

Every thrilling courtroom scene on film or TV owes a debt to the Oresteia, a neglected play now making a comeback, says Harry Mount

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 07:00AM

Jonathan Church Productions to form with Delfont Mackintosh backing by Matthew Hemley

Outgoing Chichester Festival Theatre artistic director Jonathan Church is to form his own production company, backed by Cameron Mackintosh. Church announced earlier

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00AM

Nneka sees hope for future of Nigeria by Tom Lanham

by Tom Lanham Nigerian R&B-reggae songstress Nneka Egbuna could barely believe it when she was invited to a posh function honoring her homeland’s legendary author Chinua Acheb…

SOURCE: The San Francisco Examiner at 07:00AM

Science, romance mix in ‘Heart Shaped Nebula’ by Jean Schiffman

by Jean Schiffman Marisela Treviño Orta’s at times captivating, at times perplexing, drama “Heart Shaped Nebula,” now in a world premiere at Shotgun Players, begins when a…

SOURCE: The San Francisco Examiner at 07:00AM

Women rule in Cal Shakes’ evocative ‘Twelfth Night’ by Jean Schiffman

by Jean Schiffman A huge black coffin sits on an otherwise empty stage in director Christopher Liam Moore’s funny and melancholy “Twelfth Night” at California Shakespeare T…

SOURCE: The San Francisco Examiner at 07:00AM

Mix and match at ODC's Walking Distance fest by Andrea Pflaumer

by Andrea Pflaumer Along with local favorites, New York-based Gallim Dance is among the rising stars making up the varied programming at the fourth annual Walking Distance Dance …

SOURCE: The San Francisco Examiner at 07:00AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Lisa Dwan: Not I/Footfalls/Rockaby, Barbican, review: 'claustrophobic thrill' by Dominic Cavendish

Lisa Dwan has successfully made Beckett's short plays her own, says Dominic Cavendish

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 06:57AM

Writers on BBC training schemes paid less than £3 per hour, claims Writers’ Guild by Matthew Hemley

Writers producing drama scripts on BBC training schemes are being paid less than £3 an hour, the Writers’ Guild of Great Britain

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:56AM

New London opera company includes emerging theatre artists by Georgia Snow

A production company that will focus on collaborations between emerging theatre and opera artists launches this week. The company, And So Forth,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:54AM

'Walk to the Wharf' offers fun on the riverfront by Calvin Wilson

Weekly event aims to be lively addition to downtown scene.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 06:48AM

Fetty Wap tops St. Louis Shazam charts

St. Louis' most-Shazamed tracks, brought to you exclusively by Go! Magazine and STLtoday.com.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 06:48AM

Wanted: well-behaved pooch by Tabard

Dogs. They can be tricky little buggers, can’t they? Which is presumably why actors are advised not to work with them. Or

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:36AM

2 BE or NOT 2B: having Shakespeare on a plate by Tabard

Tabard has often wondered how someone’s stagey-ness can be truly measured. Is it by how many show tunes they can hum in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:21AM

Derren Brown’s Miracle to play at London’s Palace Theatre by Matthew Hemley

Derren Brown’s new show Miracle will run at the Palace Theatre in the West End this November. It will run from November

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:21AM

Dominic West, Michelle Dockery and Janet McTeer lead casting for new Donmar season by Georgia Snow

Dominic West, Michelle Dockery and Janet McTeer are to star in a revival of Les Liaisons Dangereuses at the Donmar Warehouse as

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:20AM

We did it by Terry Teachout

I got an e-mail yesterday afternoon from Patti Wolff, interim artistic director of the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, informing me that the entire run of S…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 06:15AM

Some gals, pilgrim, oughta be…well, struck regular-like by Terry Teachout

I confessed the other day to being “the kind of guy who loves Stephen Sondheim and John Wayne.” (So, incidentally, is David Thomson.) Apropos of this daring admission, a reader writes: I…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 06:10AM

Snapshot: Paul Paray conducts Chabrier by Terry Teachout

Paul Paray leads L’Orchestre National de l’ORTF in an undated performance of the orchestral version of Emmanuel Chabrier’s Bourrée fantasque: (This is the latest in a series of arts-r…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 06:05AM

Almanac: Alan Sharp on middle age by Terry Teachout

“Listen, Delly, I know it doesn’t make much sense when you’re sixteen. Don’t worry. When you get to be forty, it isn’t any better.” Alan Sharp, screenplay for Night Moves

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 06:00AM

Horrors of Montreal shooting live on in 'December Man' by Kerry Reid

Given the ever-expanding and soul-numbing roll call of spree-shooting massacres in the United States — Columbine to Aurora to Sandy Hook — the name "Marc Lepine" probably barely register…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 06:00AM

Horrors of Montreal shooting live on in 'December Man' by Kerry Reid

Given the ever-expanding and soul-numbing roll call of spree-shooting massacres in the United States - Columbine to Aurora to Sandy Hook - the name "Marc Lepine" probably barely registers. B…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 06:00AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Theatre News: Dominic West, Michelle Dockery and Sinead Cusack feature in new Donmar season

The season features plays by Abi Morgan, Christopher Shinn and Christopher Hampton

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:51AM

Theatre News: Cast announced for Gate's The Christians

The production will premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe ahead of its run at the Gate

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:51AM

Theatre News: Derren Brown brings his Miracle to the West End

The production runs at the Palace Theatre from 11 November

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:51AM

Theatre News: Simon Bird stars in Tom Basden's Crocodile at MIF

The play is adapted from Dostoevsky's short story

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:51AM

Sharmony Productions debut production The Business of Murder opens tonight by Bobbi-Lea Dionysius

Sharmony Productions is about to hit the Brisbane theatre scene, with its first order of business being murder! Sharmony Productions was created by two longstanding Brisbane based actresses,…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 05:15AM

Mickey Rowe: Autistic actors’ differences are our strengths by Mickey Rowe

You may ask yourself: what is an autistic doing working at language-based theatre companies? I often ask myself that question. But I

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

June 3: Slim Jenkins, Mark Bittman and more by Staff Report

by Staff Report Who’s in town Journalist Oscar Martinez of El Salvador is using Skype to join a discussion of his acclaimed book “The Beast: Riding the Rails and Dodging Na…

SOURCE: The San Francisco Examiner at 05:00AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Theatre masterclass: Kombat Kate by Imogen Russell Williams

Not many CVs boast rapier-wielding skills and the Canadian shuffle, but they're part of the job for Kate Waters, the queen of stage combat. So, what's the first rule of fight directing? Cont…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:54AM

Gillian Anderson to take A Streetcar Named Desire to New York by Ben Beaumont-Thomas

After her acclaimed performance as Blanche in London, Anderson will reunite with co-stars Ben Foster and Vanessa Kirby for a New York production of A Streetcar Named Desire Continue reading.…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:54AM

Sheesh, The Stuff Ya Gotta Do When You Get A Tony Nomination by Matthew Westphal

“The week of the Drama Leagues is the peak of what publicist Chris Boneau calls ‘the month of hate,’ a post-nomination frenzy leading up to the Tonys on June 7.” Here…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 04:24AM

The Top Ten Musicals Of All Time (As Chosen By A Brit Critic) by Matthew Westphal

Mark Shenton of The Stage selects some no-brainers (Sweeney Todd, A Chorus Line), some head-scratchers (Pippin?), some obscure-to-Yanks titles (what’s The Hired Man?), and some appalli…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 04:11AM

Obituary: Jackie Fielding by Michael Quinn

A popular and highly regarded stalwart of theatre in the north-east of England, Jackie Fielding’s association with the Mill Dam theatre in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:10AM

Honour Bayes’ fringe theatre picks: June 3 by Honour Bayes

Making yourself heard marks this week’s fringe picks. Whether it’s new voices breaking through, taboo subjects being given a platform, inspiring discussion

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:00AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Cariad Lloyd on Julie Walters – a heroic talent, much more than just loveliness by Cariad Lloyd

From Mrs Overall to Mrs Weasley, Walters’ niceness is in danger of overtaking her immense stagecraft – if I could only be as real as she isThe restaurant kitchen door opens. A spindly ar…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:46AM

Marketing and Development – Friends in the Sandbox by Samantha Teter

This post comes to you from Target Resource Group, found on the NAMP website. Amelia Northrup-Simpson of TRG in her article “Marketing is from Mars; Development is from Venus” di…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM

Competition: Win weekend tickets to Latitude 2015 by The Stage

We have teamed with Latitude Festival, the UKs largest multi-arts festival, boasting an award-winning theatre line up, to give away a pair of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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London theatre revives Les Liaisons Dangereuses for autumn season by Ben Beaumont-Thomas

Dominic West, Janet McTeer and Michelle Dockery star at Donmar Warehouse in play based on erotically charged French novel An erotically charged encounter between three of Britain’s most ce…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:46AM

Rogue Machine Presents: A PERMANENT IMAGE by Samuel D. Hunter by Judith

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: BORNE IDENTITIES PR Brett Henson – [email protected] A Play by Samuel D. Hunter “A PERMANENT IMAGE”   Opening June 6th and runnin…

SOURCE: Bitter Lemons at 02:40AM

Mark Shenton: The elephant in the room at The Elephant Man by Mark Shenton

There’s a paradox at the heart of the revival of The Elephant Man. The play has transferred to the West End’s grandest

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Harlem Stage Premieres Stew's NOTES OF A NATIVE SONG Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Harlem Stage is pleased to present the world premiere of Notes of a Native Song, a new work by Tony and Obie award-winning playwright, singer-songwriter Stew Passing Strange, co-composed wit…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Denis Arndt and Mary-Louise Parker Star in MTC's HEISENBERG, Opening Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Heisenberg, the new play by two-time Olivier Award winner Simon Stephens The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Punk Rock, directed by …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

David Hyde Pierce and Debra Monk Star in LOVE LETTERS Benefit Tonight at George Street Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

George Street Playhouse and Artistic Director David Saint are pleased to present Tony and Emmy Award winners DAVID HYDE PIERCE and DEBRA MONK in A.R. Gurney's classic love story, Love Letter…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

'Spy' Stars Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham, Rose Byrne, Miranda Hart, & Director Paul Feig by Young Hollywood

'Spy' Stars Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham, Rose Byrne, Miranda Hart, & Director Paul FeigThe YH Studio welcomes the wonderful and talented cast of action-comedy 'Spy', Melissa McCarthy, Ja…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

"Baby Daddy" Star Jean-Luc Bilodeau on Chest Hair, Turtles, & Mall-Crawlers by Young Hollywood

"Baby Daddy" Star Jean-Luc Bilodeau on Chest Hair, Turtles, & Mall-CrawlersActor Jean-Luc Bilodeau pays a visit to the YH Studio to chat about his hit ABC Family sitcom "Baby Daddy" and an a…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Theater News: Mary-Kate Olsen Is in Love to Play at Studio Theatre

The new play begins at 2nd Stage tonight.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Tony Awards opt for muted Tommy Tune lifetime tribute by Michael Riedel

Here’s the gossip drifting out of Radio City about Sunday night’s Tony telecast. First, the bad news: CBS’s Les Moonves apparently passed on my idea of saluting Tommy Tune, this...

SOURCE: The New York Post at 12:54AM

From the archive, 3 June 1919: Chekhov's The Seagull reviewed by Guardian Staff

The Seagull is a low-spirited play, and the sharpness of tragedy in it is blunted by Chekhov’s satire Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:48AM

Complicated Mother of the Year: Watch Tony Nominee Judy Kuhn Backstage at Fun Home by Broadway.com

2015 Tony Award nominee Judy Kuhn discusses her work as Helen Bechdel, the cold mother figure at the center of Broadway's Fun Home.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:36AM

MTC’s Heisenberg, Starring Mary-Louise Parker, Opens Tonight by Olivia Clement

Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Heisenberg, a new play by Olivier Award winner Simon Stephens of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time fame, officiall…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

PLAYBILL VAULT’S Today In Theatre History: JUNE 3 by David Gewirtzman and Anne Bradley and Robert Viagas

1866 Birthday of playwright and producer George Broadhurst (1866-1952), responsible for dozens of plays and musicals, including the first stage adaptation of Tarzan of the Apes. Also, na…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Photo Exclusive: 2015 Tony Awards Preview The Nominated Plays by Matthew Blank

Playbill.com offers a look at the nominees for the 69th Annual Antoinette Perry "Tony" Awards in the categories of Best Play and Best Revival of a Play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Tony Nominee Bobby Steggert Sings Young Werther Starting Tonight by Robert Viagas

Tony nominee Bobby Steggert sings the title role in The Sorrows of Young Werther — James Melo's "theatrical concert" adaptation of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe&rsqu…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Their Favorite Things: Something Rotten! Tony Nominee Brad Oscar Shares His Theatregoing Experiences by Andrew Gans

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

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Broadway Stars Join Seth Rudetsky for Readings from “Seth’s Broadway Diary” Tonight by Andrew Gans

Seth Rudetsky celebrates his new book, "Seth's Broadway Diary," June 3 at the Tony Awards Pop-Up Shop, which is located at the Paramount Hotel near Times Square.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Did London Love Bradley Cooper in The Elephant Man? Critics Weigh In by Mark Shenton

It's all about Sunday's Tony Awards on Broadway this week, and London-originated shows feature strongly, notably in the play departments, with multiple nominations for Wolf Hall,…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The Twentieth-Century Way, With “Normal Heart” Actor, Opens at Rattlestick Tonight by Carey Purcell

The Twentieth-Century Way, a drama exploring homosexuality in 1914 Los Angeles, officially opens at the Rattlestick Playwrights Theatre June 3 following previews that began May 28.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Studying the Unthinkable How Two Actors Prepared to Play Victims of the AIDS Epidemic by Carey Purcell

As part of Playbill's 30 Days of Pride, Boyd Gaines and Bryce Pinkham, respective stars of the original production and recent revival of The Heidi Chronicles, discuss the groundbreaking …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

David Hyde Pierce and Debra Monk Send Love Letters Tonight by Andrew Gans

Tony winners David Hyde Pierce and Debra Monk co-star in a one-night-only presentation of A.R. Gurney's Love Letters June 3 at the George Street Playhouse in New Jersey.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Stage review: Good cast tries to pep up 'How the Other Half Loves' by Bob Hoover / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

In their search to find even a scintilla of relevance to their latest production, “How the Other Half Loves,” the creaky farce by Alan Ayckbourn, the minds at PICT Classic Theatre invoke…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

CMU to present special Tony award by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Viewers watching the Tony Awards ceremony last year saw actors Matt Bomer and Zachary Quinto represent their alma mater by announcing a new award to be presented this year by the Tonys and C…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Tony predictions: It's root, root, root for 'An American in Paris' by Sharon Eberson and Christopher Rawson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Among candidates for a Tony Award for best musical, which carries the most economic clout, one of the favorites is “An American in Paris.”

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 15, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic