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Thursday, January 15, 2015

‘Gigi’ with Vanessa Hudgens Sets Broadway Theater and Dates by NewYork.com

Gigi, Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe’s beloved musical based on the classical French novel by Colette, will open on Broadway at the Neil Simon Theatre, with previews beginning March 1…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 10:47AM

Opening Tonight on Broadway: ‘Honeymoon in Vegas’ by NewYork.com

Honeymoon in Vegas, based on the hit 1992 movie, officially opens tonight on Broadway. Like the movie, the plot revolves around everyman Jack, who has finally mustered up the courage to pro…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 10:34AM
Wednesday, January 14, 2015

5 Reasons to See ‘Matilda the Musical’ on Broadway by NewYork.com

Matilda the Musical, the enchanting family show based on Roald Dahl’s beloved children’s book about a clever little girl who overcomes neglectful parents and a horrific headmistress, is …

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 04:18PM

Review Roundup: ‘Constellations’ by NewYork.com

Constellations, Nick Payne’s 70 minute, two-character play about a couple’s relationship playing out in multiple universes, opened on Jan. 13 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Oscar nom…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 02:29PM

Tickets Now on Sale for the ‘New York Spring Spectacular’ at Radio City Music Hall by NewYork.com

Tickets are now available for the New York Spring Spectacular, a new show featuring the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall. Besides the iconic kick line, the Spring Spectacular will star Ton…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 10:53AM
Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Derek Hough Joins the Cast of the Radio City ‘Spring Spectacular’ by NewYork.com

Emmy-nominated choreographer Derek Hough of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars will join Tony winner Laura Benanti to star in New York Spring Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, along with the…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 05:06PM

The 5 Top Grossing Shows on Broadway by NewYork.com

Broadway has always been a risky proposition, with a vast majority of shows failing to turn a profit. There are no guarantees as to what will make a hit, not even having a superstar composer…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 12:28PM
Monday, January 12, 2015

Jennifer Hudson to Make Broadway Debut in ‘The Color Purple’ by NewYork.com

Oscar and Grammy winner Jennifer Hudson (Dreamgirls) will make her Broadway debut in a revival of The Color Purple, the musical version of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Huds…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 02:30PM

8 Most Romantic Shows On and Off Broadway by NewYork.com

When it comes to planning the perfect Valentine’s Day date, there are lots of great options in New York City, from picture-perfect, rooftop kisses to white-tablecloth, mult-course dinners.…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 12:22PM

‘If/Then’ to Close on Broadway on March 22 by NewYork.com

If/Then, the musical starring Idina Menzel, will play its final Broadway performance at the Richard Rodgers Theatre on March 22. It will have played 29 previews and 401 regular performances.…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 09:30AM
Friday, January 9, 2015

Brian d’Arcy James and Christian Borle to Star in ‘Something Rotten!’ on Broadway by NewYork.com

Tony nominee Brian d’Arcy James (Shrek, Sweet Smell and Success) and Tony winner Christian Borle (Smash, Peter and the Starcatcher) will star in Something Rotten!, the new musical set in S…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 11:10AM

Tickets Now on Sale for ‘It Shoulda Been You’ on Broadway by NewYork.com

Tickets are now available for the new musical comedy It Shoulda Been You. Tony and Emmy winner David Hyde Pierce makes his Broadway directorial debut, with a cast led by Tony winners Tyne D…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 08:49AM

Chita Rivera Returns to Broadway this Spring in ‘The Visit’ by NewYork.com

Two-time Tony winner Chita Rivera (The Rink, Kiss of the Spiderwoman) will return to Broadway in The Visit, the final Broadway musical by John Kander and the late Fred Ebb with a book by Ter…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 07:43AM
Thursday, January 8, 2015

Sienna Miller to Star in ‘Cabaret’ on Broadway by NewYork.com

Broadway’s next Sally Bowles has been announced. Sienna Miller will take over the role from Emma Stone in the revival of Cabaret at Studio 54 on Feb. 17 and continue for the show’s f…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 10:44AM
Wednesday, January 7, 2015

10 Broadway Shows You Must See in 2015 by NewYork.com

The new year has barely begun, and it’s time to start making lists — and we’re not just talking about resolutions. In the days and months ahead, Broadway is teeming with some absol…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 10:00AM
Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Sting’s ‘The Last Ship’ to Close on Broadway Jan. 24 by NewYork.com

The Last Ship, the musical featuring a score by 16-time Grammy winner Sting, will make its final voyage when the show closes at the Neil Simon Theatre on Jan. 24. It will have played 105 reg…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 12:10PM

First Look: Jennifer Nettles as Roxie Hart in ‘Chicago’ by NewYork.com

Country superstar Jennifer Nettles will make her Broadway debut on February 2 as Roxie Hart in Chicago, and here is a first look at the Grammy winner all dolled up as the merry murderess. &#…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 11:23AM
Monday, January 5, 2015

Emma Stone Extends Her Stay in ‘Cabaret’ by NewYork.com

Emma Stone will continue her engagement as Sally Bowles in the revival of Cabaret at Studio 54 until Feb. 15. Her co-star, Tony winner Alan Cumming, will continue as the Emcee for the final…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 06:03PM

Quiz: Which Wicked Character Are You? by NewYork.com

After more than a decade on Broadway, the characters in the hit musical Wicked have become major icons. And not just because of the book and movie that precede it. So which witch (or wizard …

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 03:19PM

Broadway’s ‘Disgraced’ to Close on March 1 by NewYork.com

Disgraced, Ayad Akhtar’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, will close at the Lyceum Theatre on March 1. It will have played 149 regular performances and 27 previews. Starring Hari Dhillon (who …

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 10:23AM
Tuesday, December 30, 2014

How to Work Out Like a Broadway Star by NewYork.com

It’s that time of year – when everyone takes a look at the crumbs of holiday cookies past and decides it’s time to really get in shape. And who better to offer advice than Broa…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 05:37PM

Tickets Now on Sale for ‘Drunk Shakespeare’ by NewYork.com

Tickets are now on sale for the immsersive experience that is Drunk Shakespeare. What happens when an actor take a few shots of whiskey and then performs a Shakespeare classic? It’s t…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 04:41PM

Tickets Now on Sale for ‘Disenchanted!’ Off-Broadway by NewYork.com

Tickets are now available for the hilarious Off-Broadway musical Disenchanted! The show brings together some iconic “princesses”: Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Belle, Snow White,…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 04:17PM
Monday, December 29, 2014

The 17 Most Anticipated Broadway Shows for Spring 2015 by NewYork.com

Get ready for the next round of openings on Broadway. There is an emphasis on British subject matter, with both musicals and plays that take on Shakespeare, Robin Hood, Peter Pan, and two mo…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 04:37PM
Friday, December 26, 2014

A Day in the Life of Brooke Miyasaki and Liam Lane of ‘Fuerza Bruta: Wayra’ by NewYork.com

In 2010, Liam Lane was visiting New York City from his native London when his friend gave him a contact in New York, just in case he needed anything. The woman, Brooke Miyasaki, turned out t…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 10:00AM
Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Harnessing the Power of Dance with Alvin Ailey’s Robert Battle by NewYork.com

In the world of dance, Robert Battle has achieved his dream of all dreams — at the age of just 42. As the artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, the native Florid…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 02:00PM
Monday, December 22, 2014

Tickets Now on Sale for Broadway’s ‘Doctor Zhivago’ by NewYork.com

Tickets are now available for the new musical version of the sweeping epic Doctor Zhivago, set to open on Broadway in the spring. Based on the novel and movie of the same name, the plot of �…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 03:00AM
Friday, December 19, 2014

What Kids Really Think About ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ on Broadway by NewYork.com

Four years ago, Damian Bazadona, CEO of Situation Interactive, was having dinner with his friend, Vincent Gassetto, the principal of MS 343 in the South Bronx. Gassetto shared that his stude…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 04:12PM

‘The Elephant Man’ with Bradley Cooper Extends Broadway Run by NewYork.com

The Elephant Man, starring Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper, is adding more dates to its Broadway run. The show, which was scheduled to close after a short run on February 15, has added an addit…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 03:19PM
Thursday, December 18, 2014

‘School of Rock’ Officially Headed to Broadway by NewYork.com

School of Rock, a new musical based on the hit 2003 film comedy, is headed to Broadway next fall. Preview performances begin at the Winter Garden Theatre on Nov. 2, 2015 with an opening set …

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 02:51PM
Wednesday, December 17, 2014

6 Must-Get Christmas Albums from Broadway Stars by NewYork.com

If you need some new tunes to get you in the holiday spirit (or a last-minute gift), many of Broadway’s biggest names have released albums with their twists on holiday classics. Here a…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 12:56PM

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