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Friday, March 20, 2015

From the League of Professional Theatre Women's Big Mingle and Awards by Lauren Yarger

With the fabulous Kristine Nielsen who hosted the event.Dick Scanlon presents the Lee Reynolds Award to Mary-Mitchell Campbell.Dael Orlandersmith presents the Josephine Abady Award to S…

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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

New Rockette Spectacular Already Selling Out by Lauren Yarger

The new New York Spring Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, featuring the Rockettes, already is selling out in previews.The show celebrates the magic of New York City and its most iconic l…

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Monday, March 16, 2015

Off-Broadway Review: Hamilton by Lauren Yarger

Lin-Manuel Miranda (center) and the company of Hamilton. Photo: Joan Marcus. A Revolutionary Hamilton Becomes the Shot Heard ’Round the Theater WorldBy Lauren YargerIt could be c…

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Thursday, March 12, 2015

Quick-Hit Off-Broadway Theater Review: Lives of the Saints by Lauren Yarger

Kelly Hutchinson and Liv Rooth. Photo: James LeynseLives of the SaintsBy David IvesDirected by John RandoPrimary StagesWhat's It All About?The world premiere collection of a collection of s…

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Monday, March 9, 2015

Off-Broadway Theater Review: The Mystery of Love and Sex with Tony Shalhoub and Diane Lane by Lauren Yarger

Mamoudou Athie and Tony Shalhoub. Photo: T. Charles EricksonWhere Does Friendship End and Love Begin? Or Does It?By Lauren YargerThe complexities and dynamics of friendship, love, sex and ma…

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Monday, March 2, 2015

Off-Broadway Theater Review: John and Jen by Lauren Yarger

Kate Baldwin and Conor Ryan Photo: Carol RoseggA Sweet Musical About Love and Letting GoBy Lauren YargerThe more I thought about it, the more I liked the sweet little musical John and Jen, g…

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Sunday, February 15, 2015

Broadway Review: Constellations with Jake Gyllenhaal by Lauren Yarger

The Laws of Physics, Relationships May Not Be What They SeemBy Lauren YargerThe Broadway sensation sparking some of biggest conversation this season is a tiny little play by Nick  Payne…

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Monday, February 9, 2015

Broadway Gives Back to Charities by Lauren Yarger

Broadway Gives Back presents the third annual “Broadway Charity Songs”  7 pm March 22 at 54 Below.“Broadway Charity Songs” pairs a group of award-winning songwriters with a grou…

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Monday, February 2, 2015

Broadway Theater Review: Honeymoon in Vegas by Lauren Yarger

Tony Danza, Rob McClure and the Company of Honeymoon in Vegas. Photo: Joan MarcusWill Tony Danza’s Honeymoon on Broadway Last?By Lauren Yarger It’s got a score by Jason Robert Brown (The…

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Wednesday, January 28, 2015

You Can Take It with You After All by Lauren Yarger

Add captionCast Members of Broadway's You Can't Take It With You Prepare Meals for New Yorkers at God's Love We Deliver By Lauren YargerIt seems you can take it with you after all …

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Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Wiesenthal Offers Special $20 Ticket Tonight by Lauren Yarger

Tom Dugan. Photo: Carol RoseggToday marks National Holocaust Day, and the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. The Off-Broadway show Wiesenthal will play tonight's performance an…

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Most Broadway Shows Will Play Tonight by Lauren Yarger

Most shows will perform evening performances tonight as scheduled, with the exception of Disney’s Aladdin and The Lion King. Theater goers should check official show websites to confirm th…

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Monday, January 26, 2015

All Broadway Shows Cancelled Tonight (Jan. 26) Due to Storm -- Other Closings Too by Lauren Yarger

As a result of the travel restrictions put in place by government authorities and additional safety precautions implemented due to severe weather, all Broadway performances tonight will be c…

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Off-Broadway Review: Wiesenthal by Lauren Yarger

Tom Dugan. Photo: Carol RoseggA Visit with the ‘Jewish James Bond’By Lauren YargerThe man who brought more than 1,100 Nazi war criminals to justice is brought to life Off-Broadway by Tom…

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Monday, January 19, 2015

Broadway Theater Review: A Delicate Balance with Glenn Close and John Lithgow by Lauren Yarger

John Lithgow and Glenn Close. Photo: Brigitte LacombeFinding Balance More Difficult Than Delicate in Albee’s Family DramaBy Lauren YargerIf you like pondering unknowns and enjoy angst abou…

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Tuesday, January 13, 2015

You Can't Take It With You Volunteers for God's Love We Deliver by Lauren Yarger

Richard Thomas. Photo: Joan MarcusTo carry over the holiday spirit into the new year, cast members from the You Can’t Take It With You Pulitzer Prize-winning revival by Moss Hart and Georg…

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Thursday, January 8, 2015

Baby Universe Makes Big Bang in Limited Return Engagement by Lauren Yarger

Photo courtesy of Coyle EntertainmentNote: I saw this show back in 2010 and thought it was one of the most interesting and creative productions I ever had seen. It's coming back for a specia…

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Monday, December 29, 2014

Broadway Theater Review: The Elephant Man with Bradley Cooper (Top Pick) by Lauren Yarger

Bradley Cooper Transforms into Both Elephant Man and Stage Star Before Our EyesBy Lauren YargerThere is a reason Broadway’s The Elephant Man is doing gangbusters at the box office and has …

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Monday, December 22, 2014

Off-Broadway Theater Review: Pocatello by Lauren Yarger

Restaurant Serves Up Desires for Family, Belonging in a Hungry AmericaBy Lauren YargerNo matter how bad times get, we always have family. But what happens if that’s not true? Where do we f…

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Friday, December 19, 2014

Quick Hit Off-Broadway Review: Lost Lake by Lauren Yarger

Lost LakeBy David AuburnDirected by Daniel SullivanManhattan Theatre ClubNY City Center Stage IWhat's It All About?The newest from playwright David Auburn (Pulitzer Prize-winning Proof and T…

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Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Book Note: Show Stopping Recipes: From Your Palace to Your Plate by Lauren Yarger

Just in time for holiday shopping comes a special cookbook from the Palace Theater in Waterbury, CT to celebrate its 10th anniversary.Comprised of more than 250 recipes submitted by the thea…

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Monday, December 15, 2014

Broadway Theater Review: The River starring Hugh Jackman by Lauren Yarger

Plot Waters Too Murky to Figure Out What Hugh Jackman is Doing By the RiverBy Lauren YargerLet me start out by saying that I although I was somewhat alone in the critics circles a couple of …

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Drama Desk Holiday Party by Lauren Yarger

Sandi Durell, Rex Reed, Lillian Wolf and Lauren YargerDrama Desk members and guests gathered at the Coffee House Club Friday for the annual holiday party. Lots of fun. Some celebrities joine…

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Sunday, December 14, 2014

Kathie Lee Gifford Shares How Faith Helps Shape Generosity by Lauren Yarger

Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economyKathie Lee Gifford supported the Salvation Army last week in Harlem.Photo courtesy of the Salvation Army.Reflection…

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Monday, December 8, 2014

Broadway Review: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Lauren Yarger

Bestselling Novel Comes to Stage in Full Sensory ExperienceBy Lauren YargerThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time proves once again why Britain’s National Theatre is one of Broa…

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Monday, December 1, 2014

Off-Broadway Theater Review: The Oldest Boy by Lauren Yarger

This Story Idea Proves a Bit of a Leap of FaithBy Lauren YargerYou’re a mother and of course that means you want the best for your son. But what if the “best” means that when he is jus…

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Monday, November 24, 2014

Broadway Theater Review: Side Show by Lauren Yarger

David St. Louis (center), Emily Padgett and Erin Davie. Photo:  Joan MarcusSide Show Asks Whether a Couple of ‘Freaks’ Can Find a Normal LifeBy Lauren YargerInspired by the true-lif…

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Monday, November 10, 2014

Broadway Theater Review: Disgraced by Lauren Yarger

Thought-Provoking Play Probes Religious, Ethnic Ties We Think We UnderstandBy Lauren Yarger“I’m not prejudiced.”“All Muslims are….”If any of those two statements sound intriguing…

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Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Exciting Theater Programs You Should Know About! by Lauren Yarger

BUY TICKETS HEREFirst Program to Provide Health Care for Writers at Playwrights HorizonsPlaywrights Horizons has announced several major initiatives that will expand the ways in which t…

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Monday, November 3, 2014

Broadway Theater Review: The Last Ship by Lauren Yarger

Fred Applegate Jimmy Nail and the cast of The JMLast Ship Photo: Joan MarcusGreat Music by Sting Fails to Turn the Tide for The Last ShipBy Lauren YargerDrawing on inspiration from the commu…

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Thursday, October 30, 2014

Broadway Theater Review: It's Only a Play with Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick by Lauren Yarger

Megan Mullally and Nathan Lane. Photo by Joan MarcusIt’s Only a Play, but Nathan Lane Makes it Something MoreBy Lauren YargerIf you wanted to write a play designed to give comic genius Nat…

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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 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic
TBA: Ragtime