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Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Center Theatre Group Will Showcase Local L.A. Productions by Adam Hetrick

The work of Los Angeles-based playwrights, actors, directors, and designers will be showcased at the Kirk Douglas Theatre next spring.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:33AM

Watch Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole Build the Drama of War Paint in Song by Adam Hetrick

The stars and writers offer an exclusive look into the recording sessions for the new Broadway musical about Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Hershey Felder Brings Our Great Tchaikovsky to L.A. July 19 by Adam Hetrick

The actor-pianist’s latest solo work brings to life the Russian composer famous for his scores to The Nutcracker and Sleeping Beauty.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Watch a Sneak Peek from the First Rehearsal of Prince of Broadway by Adam Hetrick

The musical showcases over 15 shows from award-winning director-producer Harold Prince, including Phantom of the Opera and Follies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:31PM

A New Brain, Chess, and It Shoulda Been You Will Play Brooklyn by Adam Hetrick

The Gallery Players’ 51st season kicks off this fall with Annie.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:24PM

Denver’s Curious Theatre Season Features Works by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Tony Kushner, Dominique Morriseau by Adam Hetrick

The Colorado theatre has announced the lineup for its 20th anniversary season of diverse and challenging work, which includes four regional premieres and one world premiere.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:31PM

Cast Set for International Tour of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Adam Hetrick

The Tony- and Olivier Award-winning play will launch a new international tour September 20 in Amsterdam.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:25PM

Alex Brightman, Gabriel Ebert, and Annie Golden Cast in Sundance Lab by Adam Hetrick

The Sundance Institute Theatre Lab will develop a new musical by Jeanine Tesori and David Lindsay-Abaire as part of a month-long residency.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:41AM

Saturday, July 15, 2017

How Disney Is Transforming Frozen into an All-New Musical for Broadway by Adam Hetrick

The inside story of how Disney will bring the highest-grossing animated film in history to Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Friday, July 14, 2017

Taylor Mac’s A 24-Decade History of Popular Music Earns Two Bessie Nominations by Adam Hetrick

Nominations have been announced for the 2017 NY Dance and Performance Awards, otherwise known as the Bessies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:49PM

Oklahoma! Begins Goodspeed Run July 14 by Adam Hetrick

Rhett Guter, Samantha Bruce, and Jake Swain star in the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:48PM

How This Chicago Actor Re-Entered the Theatre Scene After Her Transition by Adam Hetrick

This week’s installment of the artists’ podcast The Compass welcomes Chicago actor and director Delia Kropp.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:14PM

Thursday, July 13, 2017

What Did Critics Think of Oscar Isaac as Hamlet at the Public Theater? by Adam Hetrick

Tony winner Sam Gold directs the Off-Broadway production that also stars Keegan-Michael Key and Gayle Rankin.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:24PM

Young Vic Revival of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Starring Sienna Miller, Begins London Run by Adam Hetrick

Jack O’Connell co-stars in the West End production that begins previews July 13 at the Apollo Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Wednesday, July 12, 2017

Regional Spotlight: Watch Musicals Come to Life at Goodspeed by Adam Hetrick

Take a look at recent musical highlights from Connecticut’s historic Tony-winning theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:56PM

Andrew Lloyd Webber Will Publish Memoir Next Spring by Adam Hetrick

The Phantom composer will take readers inside the creation of his numerous musicals in his upcoming autobiography Unmasked.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:41PM

Watch Teaser for New Wesley Taylor-Alex Wyse Web Series Indoor Boys by Adam Hetrick

The new web series follows two single gay roommates and their search for love in Los Angeles.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:11AM

Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Watch a Preview of Michael Moore’s Political Broadway Play, Terms of My Surrender by Adam Hetrick

The Oscar-winning filmmaker and author makes his theatrical debut with the subversive solo play that takes aim at America’s current administration.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:05PM

Ken Ludwig, Dominique Morisseau, Miller & Tysen Win Samuel French Awards by Adam Hetrick

The writers will be honored for their contributions to theatre in a private ceremony this October.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:56PM

Profile Theatre Dedicates Double Season to Plays by Lisa Kron and Anna Deavere Smith by Adam Hetrick

The 2018-2019 double season encompasses early plays, career-defining works, and re-imagined productions from the pioneering female playwrights.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:10PM

Is a Rolling Stones Musical Heading to the Stage? by Adam Hetrick

Theatre executives are hoping Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and fellow band members will give their blessing to the new jukebox musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:00AM

Monday, July 10, 2017

Taylor Mac’s Acclaimed Hir Premieres at Steppenwolf With Amy Morton by Adam Hetrick

Take a look at the Chicago premiere of Taylor Mac’s dysfunctional family drama that also stars Em Grosland, Francis Guinan, and Ty Olwin.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:33PM

U.K. and Ireland Tour of Titanic Will Make Historic Launch in Southampton by Adam Hetrick

Based on the intimate 2013 London production, the tour will play stops in two cities with historic ties to the doomed luxury liner.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

Andrew Lloyd Webber Weighs in on Joseph… Lyric Controversy by Adam Hetrick

A New Zealand production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat came under heat after removing “Israel” from the score.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

Friday, July 7, 2017

Watch ‘Backroom Parties’ Music Video Premiere from Broadway’s Erik Altemus by Adam Hetrick

The Pippin star has released the first single from his new visual album Desideratum.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:24PM

The Animals Podcast Presents Reading of Rare Play from Christopher Isherwood and Don Bachardy by Adam Hetrick

Love letters spanning their 30-year relationship serve as the basis for the podcast, which features Alan Cumming and Simon Callow.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12PM

What It Was Like to Bring The Play That Goes Wrong from a U.K. Pub to Broadway by Adam Hetrick

Cast member Charlie Russell is the July 7 guest on the podcast series hosted by actor Leah Walsh.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Thursday, July 6, 2017

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All stories by Adam Hetrick on BroadwayStars

Center Theatre Group Will Showcase Local L.A. Productions by Adam Hetrick

Watch Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole Build the Drama of War Paint in Song by Adam Hetrick

Hershey Felder Brings Our Great Tchaikovsky to L.A. July 19 by Adam Hetrick

Watch a Sneak Peek from the First Rehearsal of Prince of Broadway by Adam Hetrick

A New Brain, Chess, and It Shoulda Been You Will Play Brooklyn by Adam Hetrick

Denver’s Curious Theatre Season Features Works by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Tony Kushner, Dominique Morriseau by Adam Hetrick

Cast Set for International Tour of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Adam Hetrick

Alex Brightman, Gabriel Ebert, and Annie Golden Cast in Sundance Lab by Adam Hetrick

How Disney Is Transforming Frozen into an All-New Musical for Broadway by Adam Hetrick

Taylor Mac’s A 24-Decade History of Popular Music Earns Two Bessie Nominations by Adam Hetrick

Oklahoma! Begins Goodspeed Run July 14 by Adam Hetrick

How This Chicago Actor Re-Entered the Theatre Scene After Her Transition by Adam Hetrick

What Did Critics Think of Oscar Isaac as Hamlet at the Public Theater? by Adam Hetrick

Young Vic Revival of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Starring Sienna Miller, Begins London Run by Adam Hetrick

Regional Spotlight: Watch Musicals Come to Life at Goodspeed by Adam Hetrick

Andrew Lloyd Webber Will Publish Memoir Next Spring by Adam Hetrick

Watch Teaser for New Wesley Taylor-Alex Wyse Web Series Indoor Boys by Adam Hetrick

Watch a Preview of Michael Moore’s Political Broadway Play, Terms of My Surrender by Adam Hetrick

Ken Ludwig, Dominique Morisseau, Miller & Tysen Win Samuel French Awards by Adam Hetrick

Profile Theatre Dedicates Double Season to Plays by Lisa Kron and Anna Deavere Smith by Adam Hetrick

Is a Rolling Stones Musical Heading to the Stage? by Adam Hetrick

Taylor Mac’s Acclaimed Hir Premieres at Steppenwolf With Amy Morton by Adam Hetrick

U.K. and Ireland Tour of Titanic Will Make Historic Launch in Southampton by Adam Hetrick

Andrew Lloyd Webber Weighs in on Joseph… Lyric Controversy by Adam Hetrick

Watch ‘Backroom Parties’ Music Video Premiere from Broadway’s Erik Altemus by Adam Hetrick

The Animals Podcast Presents Reading of Rare Play from Christopher Isherwood and Don Bachardy by Adam Hetrick

What It Was Like to Bring The Play That Goes Wrong from a U.K. Pub to Broadway by Adam Hetrick

London Revival of Follies, Starring Imelda Staunton, Will Be Broadcast in Cinemas by Adam Hetrick

The Behind-the-Scenes Story of Beloved Sitcom I Love Lucy Heads to the Stage by Adam Hetrick

Hannah Waddingham and Richard Fleeshman Lead Reading of Tom Jones Musical What’s New Pussycat? by Adam Hetrick

Freddie G Fellowship Recipients Will Get First Look at Matilda Junior by Adam Hetrick