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Tuesday, November 11, 2014

BWW DVD Reviews: JERSEY BOYS is Fun & Fascinating by David Clarke

For fans of JERSEY BOYS, today is the day you have been waiting for because the film adaptation of the musical is now in stores. Available on both DVD and Blu-ray, the fascinating film is di…

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Friday, November 7, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: AUDIO WITH A G: SOUNDS OF A JERSEY BOY, THE MUSIC OF BOB GAUDIO is a Strong Collection of Favorites by David Clarke

JERSEY BOYS is due out on DVD and Blu-Ray on November 11. But, if you just cannot get enough of the music of Bob Gaudio, Rhino Records has got you covered. This summer they released the 2 Di…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:55PM
Wednesday, November 5, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Idina Menzel's HOLIDAY WISHES is Splendidly Mirthful by David Clarke

In 2003, she sang I Saw Three Ships on BROADWAY'S GREATEST GIFTS CAROLS FOR A CURE, VOLUME V, and left her fans longing for a Christmasholiday album. Finally, in 2014 our holiday wishes came…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:37AM
Tuesday, November 4, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Scott Alan's GREATEST HITS, VOL. 1 is Too Good Not to Own by David Clarke

I can't imagine a world without the music of Scott Alan. I first discovered his work by following Stephanie J. Block. Her recording of Never Neverland Fly Away led to me purchase DREAMING WI…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:47AM
Monday, November 3, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Joel B. New's STANDALONE is Engaging but Not Novel by David Clarke

Joel B. New, a 2008 American Theatre Wing Jonathan Larson grant recipient has written music and lyrics for several projects. His work has been seen and developed at places like Ars Nova, Lin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:09PM
Tuesday, October 28, 2014

BWW Interviews: Ella Louise Allaire and Martin Ferguson Talk N THE QUEEN OF PARIS by David Clarke

With its World Premiere about a year away, tickets are already on sale for the Broadway bound musical N THE QUEEN OF PARIS. And 2015 is shaping up to be the year of Emile Zola. Recently, I s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:39PM
Thursday, October 2, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Betty Buckley's GHOSTLIGHT is Dreamy Perfection by David Clarke

It's those quiet hours-the last few before dawn. Every one has left the theatre, and a single, bare bulb on a stand burns on stage to keep the ghosts company. That is more-or-less the inspir…

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Wednesday, October 1, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Omniverse Vision's FROM HERE TO ETERNITY: THE MUSICAL (Live Cast Recording) Leaves Listeners Wanting More by David Clarke

Recognized as one of the best American novels of the 20th century, it is no surprise that From Here to Eternity has continued to stay present in cultural consciousness. The only true surpris…

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Monday, September 29, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Stage Door Records' TESS OF THE D'URBERVILLES (Original Cast Recording) is Atmosphereic and Moody by David Clarke

Stephen Edwards' TESS OF THE D'URBERVILLES, a musical adaption of Thomas Hardy's 1891 novel, is a musical that never found its proper footing. Prior to opening on the West End, the UK tour w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:24PM

A Quick Look at the 2014 THE NEW YORKER FESTIVAL by David Clarke

It's almost October, which means it's almost time for The New Yorker's annual Festival. For it's 15th season, this year's festival is 'a three-day celebration that will once again bring toge…

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Friday, September 26, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Yellow Sound Label's GRIND (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is Pop-Laden and Poignant by David Clarke

In a world ruled by smartphones, social dating apps are at the forefront of the single's experience. Naturally, various forms of media are reflecting these trends and holding that mirror up …

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Wednesday, September 24, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Yellow Sound Label's TAMAR OF THE RIVER (A World Premiere Recording) is Majestically Opulent by David Clarke

The critically lauded and Drama Desk Award nominated TAMAR OF THE RIVER was originally commissioned as part of Signature Theatre's American Musical Voices Project The Next Generation. With a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:40PM

BWW Interviews: Karen Pittman Talks Broadway Debut of Pulitzer Prize Winning DISGRACED by David Clarke

The 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Drama winning play DISGRACED is about to begin previews at Broadway's Lyceum Theatre. In anticipation of this drama's return to New York City stages, I recently h…

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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Lakeshore Records' STAGE FRIGHT (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Is What It Is by David Clarke

Fall is upon us. As the air grows crisper, stories of gory murderous rampage grab our attention. Whether you love it, hate it, or haven't seen it, Jerome Sable's STAGE FRIGHT has Halloween 2…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:09PM
Friday, September 19, 2014

BWW Interviews: Lena Hall Talks Tony Award, HEDWIG, and The Deafening by David Clarke

Exciting. Electric. Exhilarating. Rocking. Phenomenal. All of these words have been used to describe HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH on Broadway. And, one of Broadway's hottest talents is helping …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:28AM
Tuesday, September 16, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Masterworks Broadway's ON THE TOWN (Original London Cast Recording) is a Helluva Recording by David Clarke

ON THE TOWN is poised to have the best year ever. A big budget Broadway revival is set to begin previews on September 20, and Masterworks Broadway has just released the remastered ON THE TOW…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:24PM
Wednesday, September 10, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: The Shapiro Sisters' LIVE OUT LOUD: Live at 54 BELOW is Cheerful and Ebullient by David Clarke

On August 28, 2014, the Shapiro Sisters took the 54 BELOW stage for the fourth time and sang many tunes from the album and a few surprises as well, entertaining the audience with their brand…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:43AM
Thursday, September 4, 2014

Voting Opens for the First Annual BWW Album Awards! by David Clarke

At BroadwayWorld, we have combed through our CD collections, sang along to some fantastic showtunes, and maybe even danced a little in our offices. Using the eligibility window of release da…

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Tuesday, September 2, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Original Cast Records' NOL COWARD OFF THE RECORD Is a Gem for Scholars and Nol Coward Fans by David Clarke

Noel Coward left an inedible mark on the world of theatre with his hit plays, musicals, operettas, and revues. His expansive work is studied and revered by scholars, many of whom can trace e…

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Wednesday, August 27, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Stage Door Records' SWAN ESTHER (Original Concept Album) Doesn't Take Flight by David Clarke

In October of 1980, Nick Munns sent a tape of five songs to London theatre agent David Land. With Nick Munns music, David Land dreamed of replicating the success of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TE…

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Tuesday, August 26, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Jay Records' THE LAST SESSION (Original London Cast Recording) is Poignant and Relevant by David Clarke

THE LAST SESSION first opened in 1997 at the 47th Street Theatre. Sitting in one of those audiences was Rob Harris, who was so moved by the show that he made a vow to produce it himself one …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:08PM
Monday, August 25, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Original Cast Records' LOST BROADWAY AND MORE: VOLUME 5 Celebrates Comden, Green, and Styne by David Clarke

Betty Comden, Adolph Green, and Jule Styne are all theater artists that still grab our attention. With Styne, Comden and Green created PETER PAN, BELLS ARE RINGING, DO RE MI, and others. Ori…

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Friday, August 22, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Leslie Odom Jr.'s LESLIE ODOM JR. Gives All the Heart by David Clarke

Leslie Odom Jr. took a risk to progress his career with a solo album. He turned to Kickstarter and received copious donations from his loyal fans. Funded with almost 11,000 more than his ori…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:47PM
Tuesday, August 19, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Masterworks Broadway's ROSLYN KIND: GIVE ME YOU/THIS IS ROSLYN KIND is a Pop Time Capsule by David Clarke

Imagine yourself in a 1960's egg chair. It's a lazy evening in 1969, and the airy pop styling of Roslyn Kind's vocals gently caress your ear drums. Now, with Masterworks Broadway's release o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:25AM
Friday, August 15, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: UMe's ROCKY BROADWAY (Original Broadway Cast Recording) Fights from the Heart by David Clarke

While the Broadway production of ROCKY is going down for the final count on Sunday, August 17, the show and its bombastic score are continuing to delight audiences on a nightly basis in New …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:00PM
Thursday, August 7, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Ghostlight Records' A SECOND CHANCE (Original Cast Recording) Jazzes Life's Hardships by David Clarke

I've come to embrace the idea that a life well lived is filled with its fair share of second chances and new beginnings. For Ted Shen's A SECOND CHANCE audiences were introduced to Dan and J…

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Monday, August 4, 2014
Friday, August 1, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Masterworks Broadway's ED AMES ON BROADWAY is Simply Nostalgia by David Clarke

As the saying goes, what's old is new again, and it seems that we cannot get enough of the 1960s these days. Recently, Masterworks Broadway ushered us back to the glory days of the American …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:42AM
Wednesday, July 30, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Broadway Records' WHERE THE SKY ENDS: THE MUSIC OF MICHAEL MOTT Awakens Dreamers by David Clarke

To be utterly candid, I had never heard of Michael Mott until the review copy of Broadway Records WHERE THE SKY ENDS THE SONGS OF MICHAEL MOTT landed in my mailbox. I read over the press rel…

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Tuesday, July 29, 2014

BWW CD Reviews: Jinkx Monsoon's THE INEVITABLE ALBUM is Irresistible by David Clarke

Inspired by Bette Midler's THE DIVINE MISS M, the torch song albums of Marlene Dietrich and Peggy Lee, and a handful of contemporary female performers like Amanda Palmer, Regina Spektor, and…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:48AM
Monday, July 28, 2014

BWW Single Review: Saycon Sengbloh's 'Everything' Keeps Your Summer Hot by David Clarke

Broadway veteran Saycon Sengbloh isn't letting the early closing of HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME get her down. Ever since she caught the attention of theatergoers in AIDA and WICKED, her fans have f…

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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 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic