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Monday, October 1, 2012

Born to Boogie! Killian Donnelly & More Join West End's Billy Elliot by Josh Ferri

Killian Donnelly will join the West End cast of Billy Elliot as Billy’s older brother, Tony, on November 12. In addition to Donnelly, the hit musical will also welcome new…

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Friday, September 28, 2012

666 Park Avenue's Vanessa Williams Hopes for a Broadway Return with Audra McDonald by Josh Ferri

After surviving the continued drama on Wysteria Lane, Emmy and Tony nominee Vanessa Williams is moving to another mysterious locale as the star of ABC's new supernatural thriller 666 Par…

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Glee Report Card: We Cast Our Vote on Sarah Jessica Parker, Rachel's 'Makeover' & Klaine by Josh Ferri

From New York couture to McKinkley High senior elections, Glee’s September 27 episode, entitled “Makeover,” had something for everybody. In this razzle-dazzle episode, Will…

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Thursday, September 27, 2012

Smash's Andy Mientus Talks Making Music with Jeremy Jordan and the 'Diva Presence' of Jennifer Hudson by Josh Ferri

Christian Borle and Debra Messing's Smash characters might need to watch their backs. For its second season, the Broadway-themed series is bringing in a new pair of writers, who will be …

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From Ryan Gosling to Sex: Darren Criss, Neil Patrick Harris and More Reveal the Ridiculous Reasons They Vote by Josh Ferri

Some people vote to make a change in the country and to perform their civic duty. Celebrities on the other hand head to the polls for sex, to strengthen their fingers for tweeting and to imp…

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Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Sarah Jessica Parker Gets Back to Her Annie Roots on Glee by Josh Ferri

Before she strutted the streets of New York as Carrie Bradshaw, Sarah Jessica Parker knew the city from an orphan's point of view. As the actress makes her Glee debut on September 2…

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Friday, September 21, 2012

Glee Report Card: Did 'Britney 2.0' Get High Marks? by Josh Ferri

Oops, they did it again! Glee paid homage to pop star Britney Spears one more time in the September 20 episode, “Britney 2.0.” This second Brit-centric show featured Rachel tappi…

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Thursday, September 20, 2012

Andile Gumbi on How The Lion King Changed His Life, Brought Him Love and Impressed His Mom by Josh Ferri

Age & Hometown: 29; Durban, South Africa Current Role: A Broadway debut performance as Simba, the disillusioned, self-exiled prince who matures into the King of Pride Rock, in Di…

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Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Thumbs Up! Laura Osnes Soars on Her First Solo Album Dream A Little Dream by Josh Ferri

Laura Osnes, who has risen from the winner of the reality TV competition You’re The One That I Want to Broadway’s most sought-after leading ladies. In her first so…

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Katie Finneran On Being 'Obsessed' with Annie and Eyeing Tony Number Three by Josh Ferri

The theater season is barely under way and already award buzz is swirling around comic actress Katie Finneran, who will take on the deliciously nasty role of Miss Hannigan in the Broadw…

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Friday, September 14, 2012

Glee Report Card: See If 'The New Rachel' Made the Grade by Josh Ferri

Glee is back on TV! Watching the September 13 episode, "The New Rachel," was like seeing a good friend with a hot new makeover. In the season four premiere, fans got a taste of Rac…

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Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Revving Up for Season Four: A Glee Wish List! by Josh Ferri

We are so excited for season four of Glee! The FOX hit, which has helped make musical theater obsession super cool, will be back on September 13. In anticipation of the return of the show th…

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Glee Season Four Wish List: What Lea Michele Should (and Shouldn't) Sing This Season & More by Josh Ferri

We are so excited for season four of Glee! The FOX hit, which helped make musical theater obsession cool, will be back on September 13. In anticipation of the return of the show that br…

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Monday, September 10, 2012

Thumbs Up! Rob McClure Delivers a 'Star Is Born' Performance as Charlie Chaplin in Chaplin by Josh Ferri

In the black and white world of the new Broadway musical Chaplin, newcomer Rob McClure provides a burst of color with his funny and moving star turn as silent screen icon Charlie Chaplin. Be…

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Thursday, September 6, 2012

Corey Cott Gushes About Joining Newsies and Finding Love at Church by Josh Ferri

Age & Hometown: 22; Chagrin Falls, Ohio Current Role: A Broadway debut as Jack Kelly, the tough, revolutionary New York newsboy who secretly dreams of being an artist in Disney’…

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New Leading Man Corey Cott on Joining the Nicest Kids in Town at Newsies by Josh Ferri

Age & Hometown: 22; Chagrin Falls, Ohio Current Role: A Broadway debut as Jack Kelly, the tough, revolutionary New York newsboy who secretly dreams of being an artist in Disney’…

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Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Newcomer Corey Cott 'Excited' to Walk Away from Glee to Headline Newsies by Josh Ferri

Just four months after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University, Corey Cott is making his Broadway debut in Newsies. Despite being new to the business Cott, who takes over the lead ro…

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Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Gaga for Broadway! Five Fun Musical Comedy Roles for Lady Gaga by Josh Ferri

Lady Gaga is an international superstar known almost as much for her outlandish costumes and persona as for her Grammy-winning music. But before she was Gaga, she was Stefani Germanotta: a n…

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Friday, August 24, 2012

Paul Rudd Is Over His Testicles, Grant Gustin Has a Broadway BFF & More Lessons of the Week by Josh Ferri

As the sun sets on another eventful week on the Rialto, Broadway.com looks back on the headlines that tickled our funny bones, raised our eyebrows or just made us shudder. From Kristin Cheno…

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Thursday, August 23, 2012

War Horse Stud Stephen James Anthony Talks Puppet Mishaps and the Advantages of Dating an Actress by Josh Ferri

Age & Hometown: 26; Forest Lake, Minnesota Current Role: Billy Narracott, the spoiled young antagonist who finds himself unprepared for the horrors of World War I in the Tony-winning …

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Friday, August 17, 2012

Kathie Lee Gifford Gets Bawdy When Boozin', the Spencer-Jordan Kids Are Gonna Look Creepy & More Lessons of the Week by Josh Ferri

The Great White Way wrapped up another exciting week and the old Irving Berlin lyric holds true—there are no people like show people. From life-saving hair extensions to best friends w…

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Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Billy Porter on How New Musical Kinky Boots Is 'Quintessential Cyndi Lauper' by Josh Ferri

Billy Porter is preparing to embrace his inner diva as a fabulous drag performer named Lola in the new musical Kinky Boots. Directed by Jerry Mitchell, the Broadway-bound show features …

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Thursday, August 2, 2012

Newcomer Cory Michael Smith Reflects on His 'Intimate' Sex Scene in Cock by Josh Ferri

Age & Hometown: 25; Columbus, Ohio Current Role: The conflicted protagonist John, who must choose between the boyfriend he needs and the girlfriend he loves, in the off-Broadway produ…

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Friday, July 27, 2012

James Corden Is a Naked Strummer, Susan Blackwell Readies for a Royal Licking and Other Lessons of the Week by Josh Ferri

The sun has set on another eventful week on the Rialto, and Broadway.com is ready to recall the top stories of the seven days. From cheeky cheerleaders to wayward Mormons, it’s been an…

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Thursday, July 26, 2012

Thumbs Up! Jenifer Lewis Reigns as the Queen of Cabaret in Black Don't Crack at 54 Below by Josh Ferri

After a 20-year absence from the cabaret scene, powerhouse performer Jenifer Lewis has returned to the stage with a captivating and brazen new show, Black Don’t Crack at 54 Below.…

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Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Newsies' Capathia Jenkins on Being a 'Mama' to Her Young Co-Stars by Josh Ferri

As Medda Larkin in Disney’s hit musical Newsies, Capathia Jenkins is is both a glamorous vaudeville star and friend to the newsboys, especially their outlaw leader, Jack Kelly (Je…

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Thursday, July 12, 2012

The Book of Mormon Star Nic Rouleau Reveals the Curse of the Standby and Goes Gaga Over Kelli O'Hara by Josh Ferri

Age & Hometown: 25; Los Altos, California Current Role: A Broadway debut as Mormon missionary Elder Kevin Price, “the smartest, best, most deserving Elder” in the blockbus…

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Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Tony-Nominated Lyricist Bill Russell on Casting the New Side Show Revival: 'It's a Thrilling Challenge' by Josh Ferri

Tony-nominated writer and lyricist Bill Russell's new satirical rock musical The Last Smoker in America begins its run at the Westside Theatre on July 11, marking the first work fro…

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Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Thumbs Up! No Understudy Blues Here: Evita Shines with Max von Essen and Alternate Christina DeCicco by Josh Ferri

At most shows, the program insert alerting audience members that the marquee star is not performing is rightfully greeted with groans and sighs. But if this happens to you at the Marquis The…

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Monday, June 25, 2012

Music Mix: 54 Below's Brian d'Arcy James Talks Adele, Elvis Costello, k.d. lang and More by Josh Ferri

The Theatre District's swanky new nightclub 54 Below is hosting a slew of Broadway's hottest stars this summer, from two-time Tony winner Patti LuPone to downtown diva Mx. Justin Viv…

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Music Mix: 54 Below's Brian d'Arcy James Talks Adele, Elvis Costello, k.d. lang and More by Josh Ferri

The Theatre District's swanky new nightclub 54 Below is hosting a slew of Broadway's hottest stars this summer, from two-time Tony winner Patti LuPone to downtown diva Mx. Justin Viv…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:32AM[SHARE]

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