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Friday, November 21, 2014

Cheap & Cheerful Friday Night on Broadway! Our Discount Tix Guide by Playbill Staff

Friday nights are more fun on Broadway. Head to one of New York City's TKTS booths to score some discounted theatre tickets. 

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Thursday, November 20, 2014

The Verdict: The Critics Review A Delicate Balance on Broadway Featuring Glenn Close, John Lithgow a by Playbill Staff

The starry revival of A Delicate Balance, Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning family drama starring Glenn Close and John Lithgow, opened on Broadway Nov. 20 following previews that…

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Entertainment Industry Mourns Death of Singular Director Mike Nichols by Playbill Staff

Members of the entertainment industry took to social media Nov. 20 to remember award-winning director Mike Nichols, the eight-time Tony Award-winning director of stage and screen…

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Hugh Jackman, Audra McDonald, Meryl Streep and More Mourn Death of Singular Director Mike Nichols by Playbill Staff

Members of the entertainment industry took to social media Nov. 20 to remember award-winning director Mike Nichols, the eight-time Tony Award-winning director of stage and screen…

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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

THE SCREENING ROOM: Happy Birthday, Laura Osnes! (Video) by Playbill Staff

Tony Award nominee Laura Osnes, who recently appeared in The Band Wagon at City Center, celebrates her birthday Nov. 19.

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Monday, November 17, 2014

The Verdict: Critics Review Broadway Return of Side Show by Playbill Staff

A new production of the short-lived 1997 musical Side Show, which traces the real-life story of conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton, opened on Broadway Nov. 17 at the St…

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“Elaine Stritch Has Left the Building”: Video from the Starry Tribute Featuring Nathan Lane, Bernade by Playbill Staff

Everybody, Rise! A Celebration of Elaine Stritch, an all-star tribute to the life and career of the late Tony and Emmy-winning actress, took place Nov. 17 at the Al Hirschfeld Theatr…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:36PM

The Verdict: Live Updating Critics’ Reviews for Broadway Return of Side Show by Playbill Staff

A new production of the short-lived 1997 musical Side Show, which traces the real-life story of conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton, opened tonight on Broadway at the St…

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:53PM

Start Your Week on Broadway! Our Monday Night Discount Tix Guide by Playbill Staff

It's raining and it's a Monday. We've got just the thing to remedy that. Start your week right with an affordable evening of great theatre. 

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Late Night Watch: “Into the Woods” Stars, Benedict Cumberbatch, Nick Jonas and Keira Knightley Set f by Playbill Staff

Plan your week of television. We've put together a list of your favorite Broadway stars' talk show appearances

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A First Look at Disney’s Dramatic Hunchback of Notre Dame at La Jolla (Video) by Playbill Staff

The La Jolla Playhouse has just released footage of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, the stage musical adaptation based on the Disney animated film by Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz.

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THE CALL BOARD: Upcoming Audition Listings in NYC and Nationally by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com's Job Listings offer an extensive selection of available jobs within the theatre industry. From auditions to administrative roles, Playbill.com is the online source for care…

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Sunday, November 16, 2014

The Verdict: The Critics Review The River, Starring Hugh Jackman on Broadway by Playbill Staff

The River, the new mysterious drama from acclaimed Jerusalem playwright Jez Butterworth that unfolds in a remote cabin in the woods, officially opened on Broadway Nov. 16 at the Circle in th…

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Saturday, November 15, 2014

Hey, Johnny! Theatrical Advice - Can I Be Happy If I’m Not in the Spotlight? by Playbill Staff

In our new advice column, "Hey, Johnny!" (as in: stage door Johnny), an anonymous Broadway veteran answers the burning questions that might just be keeping your theatre-loving …

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:59PM
Friday, November 14, 2014

Cheap & Cheerful Friday Night on Broadway! Our Discount Tix Guide by Playbill Staff

Have you heard, the polar vortex is coming? Ignore the cold front by snapping up some discounted Broadway tickets. 

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Thursday, November 13, 2014

Audra McDonald Sings More Yahoo! Answers to the Internet’s Most-Ridiculous Questions on “Fallon” (Vi by Playbill Staff

Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, most recently seen on Broadway in Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, stopped by "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" Nov. 1…

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Monday, November 10, 2014

Late Night Watch: Ewan McGregor, Barbra Streisand, Sting and The Last Ship to Appear on Talk Shows T by Playbill Staff

Plan your week of television. We've put together a list of talk show appearances not to be missed this week. All of your favorite Broadway stars and more! 

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THE CALL BOARD: Upcoming Audition Listings by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com's Job Listings offer an extensive selection of available jobs within the theatre industry. From auditions to administrative roles, Playbill.com is the online source for care…

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Start Your Week on Broadway! Our Monday Night Discount Tix Guide by Playbill Staff

Cure a case of the Monday night blues and begin your week right with an affordable evening of stellar theatre. 

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The Verdict: Critics Review Hunchback of Notre Dame, With Michael Arden and Patrick Page by Playbill Staff

The U.S. premiere of the musical version of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, based on the animated Disney film, officially opened Nov. 9 and is now extended through Dec. 14 at La Jolla …

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:18PM

The Verdict: Critics Review The Band Wagon with Brian Stokes Mitchell, Laura Osnes, Tracey Ullman by Playbill Staff

The Band Wagon, an Encores! Special Event, which stars Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell, is playing New York City Center through Nov. 16. Critics have filed reviews for the production…

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Sunday, November 9, 2014

Alli Mauzey and Jared Zirilli Will Lead Industry Reading of I GOT FIRED by Playbill Staff

UV Productions will present an industry reading of I GOT FIRED: A Sort-of-True Revenge Musical with book, music and lyrics by Keith Varney, Nov. 14 at 4 PM at Smash Studios (307 W. 3…

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Hey, Johnny! Theatrical Advice - Survival Jobs and Do I Need to Belt to Make It Big? by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com's "Hey, Johnny!" theatrical advice column is back this week with responses for two of our readers about the best day jobs for aspiring actors and how to stand out…

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PLAYBILL POLL: Which Classic Fairy Tale Would You Like to See Musicalized? by Playbill Staff

As we eagerly anticipate the film release of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Into the Woods, we wondered: Which other favorite fairy tales would our readers like to see tran…

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Saturday, November 8, 2014

Prominent Anti-Putin Russian Actor Found Dead in Moscow Home by Playbill Staff

According to Variety.com, Alexei Devotchenko – a prominent Russian actor who was publicly opposed to Russian president Vladimir Putin – has been found dead in Moscow.

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Scandals and Secrets and Divas, Oh My! A Theatregoer’s Guide to It’s Only a Play by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com offers a guide to the inside theatre jokes in Terrence McNally's It's Only a Play, currently playing a Broadway run at the Schoenfeld Theatre.

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Friday, November 7, 2014

Get Your Broadway Fix in Two Clicks! Our List of Musicals and More Available for Streaming by Playbill Staff

Need a staycation? Check out these titles available on your popular video streaming services that will satisfy your cravings for the Great White Way from the comfort of your couch.

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THE SCREENING ROOM: Our Favorite Carol Channing Moments (Video) by Playbill Staff

Tony Award winner Carol Channing, the 93-year-old film, stage and television star, is set to take over Playbill.com's Twitter account beginning at noon ET. To celebrate, Playbill…

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Thursday, November 6, 2014

Clay Aiken Congressional Bid Will Become Docuseries on Esquire by Playbill Staff

Clay Aiken – former "American Idol" contestant, Broadway performer and recently defeated in his bid for election in North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District &n…

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:43PM

Tony Nominees Will Sing Unsung Carolyn Leigh, Vol. 2 at 54 Below by Playbill Staff

UnsungMusicalsCo. will present Unsung Carolyn Leigh, Vol. 2 at 54 Below (254 W. 54th Street) Nov. 20 at 7 PM and 9:30 PM – with casting to include Stephanie D'Abruzzo (Avenue Q…

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:38PM

10 Shows to See This Month! From Joe’s Pub to 54 Below and Beyond by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com gives you a round-up of cabaret shows and music events to see this month in New York City. 

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