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Tuesday, April 21, 2015

Broadway In Chicago Announces Casting For First National Tour of MATILDA THE MUSICAL by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce casting for the First National Tour of MATILDA THE MUSICAL. Produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company and The Dodgers, the First National Tour of …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:59PM

Ric Burns’ New Documentary AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE: A HISTORY Premieres Nationwide on THIRTEEN’s American Masters Series Friday, May 15 on PBS in by Michael J. Roberts

THIRTEEN’s American Masters series teams up with Emmy- and Peabody Award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns to co-produce a new documentary about American Ballet Theatre (ABT) in honor of its…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:45AM

TheFitExpo™ Comes to the Chicago Area for the First Time May 2-3, 2015 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center by Michael J. Roberts

The West Coast’s largest and best known fitness event celebrates its 12th anniversary by expanding to the Midwest with TheFitExpo™ Chicago presented by Bodybuilding.com and Optimum Nutri…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 09:18AM
Monday, April 20, 2015

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Author CATHERINE ROYCE by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Author CATHERINE ROYCE from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Poet/Author CATHERINE ROYCE discusses her novel THE TRANSMUTATION OF NOAH with hosts BARBARA FITOS &…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 10:40PM
Friday, April 17, 2015

Gen Y Productions Announces the Cast of The Flick Coming to the Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater by Michael J. Roberts

Gen Y Productions has announced the full cast of the Florida Premiere of The Flick, playing at the Dr. Phillips Center’s Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater June 19 through July 12. Portraying th…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 12:10PM

Chicago Humanities Festival Presents The American Revolution May 9 & 16–17 by Michael J. Roberts

The Chicago Humanities Festival (CHF) is pleased to present The American Revolution by Theater Unspeakable (TU), as part of the Stages, Sights & Sounds annual international performance f…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:55AM
Thursday, April 16, 2015

See Art Orlando Announces 9th Public Art Project for New Orlando Police Station Headquarters Call For Artists by Michael J. Roberts

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer is proud to announce the addition of a ninth public sculpture as part of the SEE ART ORLANDO initiative, a community project designed to enhance the aesthetic experi…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 12:41PM

ADRIENNE BARBEAU JOINS THE FOUR TIME TONY AWARD® WINNING PRODUCTION OF “PIPPIN” by Michael J. Roberts

The producers of the Tony Award-winning hit Broadway musical PIPPIN are pleased to announce that Tony Nominee, ADRIENNE BARBEAU will play the role of “Berthe” when the national tour of P…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 12:34PM

ACADEMY AWARD® WINNING ACTRESSES HALLE BERRY AND GOLDIE HAWN TEAM UP WITH THE BIGGEST NAMES IN STREET ART TO SUPPORT MATTEL CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL UCL by Michael J. Roberts

Mattel Children’s Hospital UCLA will celebrate its Third Annual Kaleidoscope Ball on Saturday, May 2, 2015, presented by Harry Winston, Inc., at 3LABS in Culver City. Academy Award-Winning…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 11:55AM

PIPPIN OFFERS STUDENT RUSH TICKETS AT DR. PHILLIPS CENTER by Michael J. Roberts

Student Rush offered for shows Tuesday, April 21, 2015 – Sunday, April 26 at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts performances of the Broadway Musical PIPPIN. Two (2) tickets p…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 11:48AM

TIG NOTARO COMES TO DR. PHILLIP’S CENTER MAY 26TH; TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, APRIL 17 AT 10 AM by Michael J. Roberts

Tickets go on sale Friday, April 17 at 10:00 a.m. for comic Tig Notaro, presented by Dr. Phillips Center in association with Foundation Presents.  Notaro will perform Tuesday, May 26 at 7:3…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 11:19AM
Wednesday, April 15, 2015

THE BOOK OF MORMON STARS VISIT WRIGLEY FIELD by Michael J. Roberts

THE BOOK OF MORMON stars David Larsen (Elder Price) and Cody Jamison Strand (Elder Cunningham) appeared at Wrigley Field on April 13th performing the National Anthem, Delivering the Ceremo…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:04PM

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with ‘THE VAMPIRE DIARIES’ star MICHAEL MALARKEY by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview Actor/Musician MICHAEL MALARKEY from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. The Vampire Diaries star and singer/songwriter Michael Malarkey is set for his only Chicago live…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:09PM
Saturday, April 11, 2015
Wednesday, April 8, 2015

Ocala Civic Theatre’s MY FAIR LADY runs May 14- June 7 by Michael J. Roberts

The classic musical My Fair Lady is live on stage May 14 – June 7 to close the 2014-2015 season at Ocala Civic Theatre. In Edwardian London of 1912, Cockney flower girl Eliza Doolittle (Jo…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 10:33AM

League of Chicago Theatres launches new fund to improve city’s performing arts venues by Michael J. Roberts

The League of Chicago Theatres is pleased to announce a new fund, with the support of a $500,000 grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, to help small theatres and othe…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:27AM
Tuesday, April 7, 2015

Gen Y Productions Announces The Flick Playing at The Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater June 19 – July 12 Tickets On Sale April 9 by Michael J. Roberts

Gen Y Productions presents the Florida premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play The Flick, written by Annie Baker. The Flick will play at the Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater at the Dr. Philli…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 04:56PM

Hershey Felder Presents The Award Winning TAYLOR HACKFORD production of LOUIS & KEELY ‘LIVE’ AT THE SAHARA by Michael J. Roberts

Continuing in a tradition of storytelling and music, Hershey Felder will present the Chicago stage premiere of Academy Award winning director Taylor Hackford’s LOUIS & KEELY ‘LIVE’…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 04:52PM

Groundbreaking Documentary on Campus Rape Crimes Arrives at the Hippodrome Theatre by Michael J. Roberts

Starting this weekend, the Hippodrome Theatre will be teaming up with local organizations across Alachua County to shed light on rape crimes at college campuses. THE HUNTING GROUND, a ground…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 04:39PM

BROADWAY IN CHICAGO ANNOUNCES ITS ANNUAL FREE SUMMER CONCERT A CELEBRATION OF 15 YEARS OF BROADWAY IN CHICAGO MONDAY, AUGUST 17 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce their annual FREE BROADWAY IN CHICAGO SUMMER CONCERT, sponsored by ABC 7 Chicago and hosted by ABC 7 Chicago’s Janet Davies, from the entertain…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 04:34PM
Monday, April 6, 2015

Barrel of Monkeys Presents THAT’S WEIRD, GRANDMA: Summer Block Party June 8 – August 10, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

Barrel of Monkeys invites you to enjoy a line-up full of brand new stories at THAT’S WEIRD, GRANDMA: Summer Block Party, directed by Artistic Director Joseph Schupbach, playing Mondays…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:56PM

REGINA TAYLOR MARKS 20 YEARS AT GOODMAN THEATRE WITH A PLAY FOR THE DIGITAL AGE, STOP. RESET., PREMIERING IN CHICAGO MAY 23 – JUNE 21 by Michael J. Roberts

Goodman Theatre congratulates Artistic Associate Regina Taylor, whocelebrates her 20th season at Chicago’s flagship theater this spring. The Chicago premiere of stop. reset.—Taylor’s …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:53PM

McCALLUM THEATRE ANNOUNCES STAR-PACKED 2015-2016 SEASON by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre announced today its new lineup of world-class entertainment scheduled for the 2015-2016 season with Tony® Award-winning musicals, legendary performers, beloved singers,…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 12:21PM

ONCE Returns To Chicago June 2-7, Individual Tix On Sale April 12 by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is pleased to announce that individual tickets for ONCE, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical and winner of the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater A…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:02PM
Saturday, April 4, 2015

ShowbizNoFlo Social Scene: Live at the Trilogy Red Carpet Party for the Silver Springs Film Festival by Michael J. Roberts

 Trilogy at Ocala Preserve is proud to be the host of the Red Carpet Gala a partnership with the Silver Springs International Film Festival.  This event features the premier of The Hum an…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 10:13PM

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! March 30, 2015 Guests: Author BILL RATNER & Actor/Director GREG THOMPSON by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! March 30, 2015 Guests: Author BILL RATNER & Actor/Director GREG THOMPSON from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Author and voice over artist Bill Ratner discusses his book P…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 12:07PM
Thursday, April 2, 2015

DR. PHILLIPS CENTER ICONIC WAVE WALL WILL LIGHT UP BLUE FOR AUTISM AWARENESS APRIL 2 by Michael J. Roberts

The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts will participate in World Autism Awarness Day on April 2, by lighting up the iconic wave wall blue.  The glass exterior walls of the Dr. Phil…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 03:45PM

Ocala Civic Theatre Benefit Concert “A Tribute to the USO” Runs April 25 & 26 by Michael J. Roberts

A Tribute to the USO, a variety concert to benefit Ocala Civic Theatre, will be live on stage April 25-26, 2015 at Ocala Civic Theatre. A Tribute to the USO features patriotic music and favo…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 03:42PM

Dave Chappelle Performs at The Bob Carr Theater April 15th, Tix On Sale April 3 by Michael J. Roberts

The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts and Live Nation welcomes Dave Chappelle to the Bob Carr Theater on Wednesday, April 15 at7:00 pm. Tickets are $58.75 each, and will be on sal…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 03:37PM
Wednesday, April 1, 2015

Jesus Christ Superstar Film and 1971 Broadway Stars Visit Chicago for Easter weekend as Theo Ubique’s revival plays to packed houses by Michael J. Roberts

The landmark rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice that provides a contemporary perspective on the last days of Christ will be celebrated in grand fashion in Chicago over the upcomi…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:36PM

DEAD WRITERS THEATRE COLLECTIVE PRESSENTS OSCAR WILDE’S “LADY WINDERMERE’S FAN” AT STAGE 773 APRIL 17-JUNE 7 by Michael J. Roberts

Dead Writers Theatre Collective opens their season with Oscar Wilde’s four-act comedy of morals “Lady Windermere’s Fan,” directed by Dead Writers Artistic Director Jim Schneider at S…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:27PM

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