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Thursday, August 23, 2018

Tony Award Winner Michael Cerveris Will Play Pittsburgh With Campfires and Ghostlights Concert by Adam Hetrick

The Tony-winning Broadway actor known for his roles in Sweeney Todd and Fun Home will play a benefit concert for barebones productions September 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:40PM

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Tony Yazbeck, Steven Boyer, and More Join Broadway Blue Wave for New York by Adam Hetrick

The August 26 concert rally will also feature Cynthia Nixon, Laura Benanti, Edie Falco, Javier Muñoz, and Mj Rodriguez.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:37PM

Torch Song’s Harvey Fierstein, Michael Urie, and Mercedes Ruehl Set for December Talk at 92Y by Adam Hetrick

Jordan Roth will host the conversation with Fierstein and the stars of his Broadway-bound revival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:14PM

Chicago’s Second City and TDF Partner to Make Famed Improv Theatre Accessible by Adam Hetrick

Open-captioned performances for Deaf and hard-of-hearing theatregoers will take place throughout the 2018–2019 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:22AM
Wednesday, August 22, 2018

Disney Favorites Susan Egan and Courtney Reed Will Join Laura Osnes for Broadway Princess Party at NJPAC by Adam Hetrick

The popular concert series will play Newark's Victoria Theatre September 15.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:24PM

Lorna Luft Will Play Feinstein’s/54 Below in October by Adam Hetrick

The acclaimed entertainer returns to New York with her latest show, To “L” and Back.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:15PM

Maurice Hines Will Bring Lena, Cole & Sinatra, With Love to the Triad by Adam Hetrick

The Tony Award nominee for Uptown… It’s Hot will return with his latest solo show August 25.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM
Tuesday, August 21, 2018

Barbara Harris, Tony Winner for The Apple Tree, Dies at 83 by Adam Hetrick

Acclaimed for her show-stopping roles on Broadway, Harris was an Oscar-nominated actor known for the films Nashville, Freaky Friday, and Who Is Harry Kellerman…?

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

Watch Four of Anastasia’s Anyas Unite for Multilingual ’In My Dreams’/’Journey to the Past’ Music Video by Adam Hetrick

The stars of the Broadway production and the upcoming tour are joined by Anyas from Spain and Germany.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00PM

Heidi Armbruster, Arnie Burton, and Noah Robbins Set for Lewiston & Clarkston Double-Bill Off-Broadway by Adam Hetrick

Samuel D. Hunter’s plays premiere together at Rattlestick Playwrights Theater this fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:43PM
Friday, August 17, 2018

Lesli Margherita, Jenna Leigh Green, and Kristy Cates Join 54 Sings Pink Tribute Concerts by Adam Hetrick

The August 19 concerts will also feature Annie Golden, Jasmine Cephas-Jones, Marcy Harriell, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:45PM

Center Theatre Group Launches Free Ticket Initiative for Young Theatregoers by Adam Hetrick

The Los Angeles company will launch the FreePlay program with the West Coast premieres of Sweat and School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:24PM

Lisa Brescia, Erika Henningsen, and Kara Lindsay Set for Broadway Sings for Immigration Equality by Adam Hetrick

The September 10 concert at Green Room 42 will benefit the LGBTQ immigrant rights organization.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:59PM

Alec Baldwin, Judith Light, Mandy Patinkin Sign on for Indie Comedy Stupid Happy by Adam Hetrick

Hannah Pearl Utt and Jen Tullock co-wrote the film, which is currently shooting in New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:24AM
Thursday, August 16, 2018

Read Reviews for Pretty Woman: The Musical on Broadway by Adam Hetrick

See what critics think of the new Broadway musical adaptation of the 1990 Julia Roberts-Richard Gere film classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:16PM

Tony Winners Cynthia Nixon and Laura Benanti, Edie Falco, Pose Star Mj Rodriguez, More Align for Broadway Resistance Concert by Adam Hetrick

Broadway Blue Wave for New York, a concert and political rally for the upcoming New York State primary, will be held August 26.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:45PM

Broadway’s Once On This Island Will Offer Actors Fund Performance by Adam Hetrick

The Tony Award-winning revival will offer an October 3 benefit performance for the industry service organization.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:48PM

Wicked Co-Stars Jennifer DiNoia and Michael Campayno Will Perform at The Pierre Hotel by Adam Hetrick

Broadway’s former Elphaba and Fiyero are reuniting for the latest concert in the Wicked Ozdust Series at The Pierre New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:36PM

Remembering Aretha Franklin With 7 of Her Greatest Theatrical Performances by Adam Hetrick

Known for her hits “Respect,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” and “Chain of Fools,” the late Queen of Soul—who died August 16—leave…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:56AM
Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Tony Winner Sarah Jones' Sell/Buy/Date Will Return to Los Angeles by Adam Hetrick

Inspired by real-life experiences of people affected by the sex industry, Jones’ latest solo work will play the Los Angeles LGBT Center this fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:13PM

Tony-Nominated Actor Mark Baker Dies at 71 by Adam Hetrick

He was best known for his starring role in Harold Prince’s 1974 revival of Candide.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:23PM

Anthony Nuccio and Katie LaMark to Lead Rock of Ages 10th Anniversary Tour by Adam Hetrick

The jukebox musical featuring hit songs from the 1980s returns to the road this fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018

Samira Wiley and Olympic Skater Adam Rippon Among Latest to Join Laramie: A Legacy by Adam Hetrick

Laramie: A Legacy commemorate the life and impact of Matthew Shepard in a benefit reading that will also feature members of the original company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:26PM

Stephanie J. Block, Betsy Wolfe, Norm Lewis, and More Will Play Indianapolis by Adam Hetrick

The Cabaret has announced a slate of Broadway performers who will play intimate concerts this fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

Laura Osnes and Tony Yazbeck Will Perform Gershwin Greats in Concert by Adam Hetrick

The recent stars of Crazy for You in concert at Lincoln Center will reunite at Feinstein’s/54 Below this fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM

Complete Casting Announced for National Tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Adam Hetrick

Noah Weisberg will star as Willy Wonka in the tour that launches September 21 in Buffalo, New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:31AM

Hamilton Star Mandy Gonzalez Will Play Bay Street Theater by Adam Hetrick

The original In the Heights cast member released her debut solo album Fearless earlier this year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:46AM
Monday, August 13, 2018

Ain’t Misbehavin’ Cast Members Will Reunite for 40th Anniversary Concert by Adam Hetrick

André De Shields and Ken Page are among the original Broadway performers set for the September 9 concert at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:13PM

Goodspeed’s Cyrano Musical Will End Early Following Departure of Leading Man Blake Jenner by Adam Hetrick

The new musical featuring a score by the Grammy-winning rock band The National also stars Peter Dinklage and Damon J. Gillespie.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:53PM

Anne Kauffman Named Artistic Director of Encores! Off-Center’s 2019 Season by Adam Hetrick

Kauffman and Founding Artistic Director Jeanine Tesori guided the series through its 2018 season following the death of former Artistic Director Michael Friedman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:54PM

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