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Thursday, April 6, 2017

Today on Broadway: Thursday, April 6, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: The Critics Review Kevin Kline’s “Present Laughter,” Russell, Dancy, Groff and More to Lead “An American Daughter” Reading, and Stephanie J. Block Blows…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Wednesday, April 5, 2017

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, April 5, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Big Stars Head to Shakespeare in the Park, Lortel Awards Announce Nominations, and Adam Feldman Posits a Mind-Blowing “Into the Woods” Theory! “Today on Broadway…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Monday, April 3, 2017

Today on Broadway: Monday, April 3, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: The Critics Review “The Play that Goes Wrong” and “The Hairy Ape,” Bucks County Announces “Clue” Cast, and Theresa Rebeck Writes about “Smas…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Saturday, April 1, 2017

Literally Patti Murin: The Podcast Episode 3 with Guest Robbie Rozelle by Matt Tamanini

In this quasi-regular podcast, Patti is joined by some of her Broadway friends to discuss life, theatre, and life in the theatre. In addition to being a talented performer, Patti uses her bl…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 12:20PM
Friday, March 31, 2017

Today on Broadway: Friday, March 31, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Harvey Fierstein Causes a “Bye Bye Birdie: Live” Firestorm, Hugh Jackman Shares “The Greatest Showman” Footage, and New “Literally Patti Murin” Ep…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Thursday, March 30, 2017

Today on Broadway: Thursday, March 30, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: The Muny Announces Big Stars for 99th Season, “The Prom” to Cast for Broadway, and “Beetlejuice” and “Clueless” Move Forward in Development! ̶…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, March 29, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Roundabout Confirms “Marvin’s Room” Casting, Lloyd Webber, Rice, and John Bringing “Joseph” to Big Screen, Carolee Carmello Shares “Sweeney Todd&#…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, March 28, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: “Once on this Island” Announces Broadway Dates, Isherwood Finds New Home, Amber Tamblyn to Make Off-Broadway Debut, & Daily News Celebrates World Theatre Day! “…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Saturday, March 25, 2017

Some Like It Pop Special Series- ‘Making a Musical’ Episode 1.1: ‘Invisible: The Musical’- The Million Dollar Idea by Matt Tamanini

In the first episode of this six-part series, “Making a Musical,” Jennifer McHugh discusses the origins of “Invisible: The Musical” with the show’s co-creators …

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 03:00AM
Friday, March 24, 2017

Today on Broadway: Friday, March 24, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Brantley’s Odd “Miss Saigon” Review Out of Step with Other Critics, Jennifer Morrison Joins Matthew Perry’s “The End of Longing,” and Asmeret Gheb…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, March 22, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Rick Elice Writing Monopoly Musical, “The Fantasticks” to Close AGAIN, Matt Reviews “The Flash”/”Supergirl” Musical Crossover! “Today on Bro…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Monday, March 20, 2017

Today on Broadway: Monday, March 20, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Cy Coleman’s Widow Confirms “Sweet Charity” Revival in the Works, “Beauty and the Beast” Breaks Box Office Record, and John Kander’s Birthday Wish…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Friday, March 17, 2017

Today on Broadway: Friday, March 17, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Critics Weigh in on Roundabout’s “The Price,” “Children of a Lesser God” Heading for Broadway, Corden’s Crosswalk “Beauty and the Beast̶…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Thursday, March 16, 2017

BWW Exclusive Images: Tony-Winner Laura Benanti and Husband Patrick Brown Introduce Baby Ella Rose to the World by Matt Tamanini

As BroadwayWorld reported, on Valentine's Day, Tony-winning stage and screen star Laura Benanti and her husband Patrick Brown welcomed their first child, daughter Ella Rose Benanti-Brown. In…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:54PM

Today on Broadway: Thursday, March 16, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Justin Trudeau and Ivanka Trump Attend “Come From Away,” “Joan of Arc: Into the Fire” Opens to Devastating Reviews, and Matt’s Controversial “Beau…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, March 14, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Happy Pi Day! Broadway Prepares for Winter Storm Stella, “Hamilton” Announces Second National Tour, and Tony Yazbeck Returns to “Chicago!” “Today on Bro…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Saturday, March 11, 2017

On My Way to a B.F.A.: Episode 2- Surviving Your First Semester featuring Sarah Milnamow and Matthew Carp by Matt Tamanini

In the second episode of “On My Way to a B.F.A.” Natalie talks about her first semester at the Hartt School pursuing her B.F.A. in Musical Theatre. She is also joined by two of…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 02:00PM
Friday, March 10, 2017

Today on Broadway: Friday, March 10, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Critics Love “The Glass Menagerie” Despite Negative Word of Mouth, Brian d’Arcy James’s “Hamilton” Reign Begins Next Month, and “Hamilton…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Thursday, March 9, 2017

Today on Broadway: Thursday, March 9, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Brian d’Arcy James to Make “Hamilton” Broadway Debut, Bill Condon Bringing “A Star is Born” to Broadway, and Roundabout Doc Wins Prize. “Today on …

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 08:30AM
Monday, March 6, 2017

Today on Broadway: Monday, March 6, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Patrick Stewart Talking Hugh Jackman into a Broadway Musical, Busy Theatrical Schedule, Nick Cannon to Bring “Wild ‘N Out” to Broadway. “Today on BroadwayR…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Friday, March 3, 2017

Today on Broadway: Friday, March 3, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Critics Review “Significant Other,” Stars Announced for “Roman Holiday” Musical, Stokes to Mentor Students at Center of “Ragtime” Controversy. …

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Tuesday, February 28, 2017

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Recapping the Bonkers Academy Awards, Jay Z to Produce “In the Heights” Film, and “Bandstand” Forced to Relocate! “Today on Broadway” is a daily, …

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Sunday, February 26, 2017

BroadwayWorld's Live 89th Academy Awards Live Blog by Matt Tamanini

Tonight, BroadwayWorld's Senior TV and Film Critic, Matt Tamanini will be live blogging the 89th Academy Awards, so join him as ceremony gets underway at 830 p.m. EST. With movie-musical LA …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:32PM

Updating Live: The Nominees and Winners of the 89th Annual Academy Awards by Matt Tamanini

The 89th Oscars is taking place tonight, Sunday, February 26, 2017, at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood amp Highland Centerin Hollywood, and will be broadcast live on the ABC Television Networ…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:00PM

BWW Interview: Marc Kudisch Talks BILLIONS, Changing Landscape of Theatre and Television by Matt Tamanini

Anyone familiar with the career of three-time Tony-nominee Marc Kudisch knows two things about him 1 he is one of the most talented stage actors of his generation, and 2 he is as passionate …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:00PM
Friday, February 24, 2017

BWW Experts and Stage and Screen Stars Pick the 2017 Academy Award Winners by Matt Tamanini

Time is running out to get your 2017 Oscars Pool picks in, so we here at BroadwayWorld have put together a team of experts and stage and screen stars to help you in your prognostication. The…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:00PM

Today on Broadway: Friday, February 24, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Critics LOVE “Sunday in the Park,” Starry “Hamlet” Heads to the Public, “Newsies” Gets an Encore, and BroadwayWorld’s Academy Award Coverage…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Thursday, February 23, 2017

Today on Broadway: Thursday, February 23, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: The Isherwood Saga Continues, “Aladdin” Tour & “Six Degrees” Announce Additional Casting, Tim & Tyne Daly to Appear in Play Together! “Today on …

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Double-Holiday Week Broadway Grosses, “Wonder Years” Musical Lab, will McCarter’s “Murder on the Orient Express” Come to Broadway? “Today on Broad…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Tuesday, February 21, 2017

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, February 21, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune to Hit the Road Together, Lin-Manuel Miranda Talks Oscar Obsession, Three Video Recommendations! “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday throu…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM
Monday, February 20, 2017

BWW Flashback: Take a Look Back at Oscar-Nominee Viola Davis' Tony-Winning Stage Career by Matt Tamanini

Last night two-time Tony Award-winner Viola Davis made history as the first African-American to win an Emmy in the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series category. She was recognized for…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM

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