Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Othello by Theasy.com

Othello Off Off Broadway, Clarion Theatre, The Secret Theatre Reviewed by Cindy Pierre BOTTOM LINE: This Shakespearean tale of race relations, jealousy, and betrayal is updated to reflect t…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 11:49PM

Actors’ Equity “Phone Banking” to get out the “Yes” Vote on 99 Seat Proposals by Colin Mitchell

I haven’t received one yet but others have confirmed that, yes indeed, AEA has opened up a can of “phone bank” on it’s LA members to try and sway them towards a ̶…

SOURCE: Bitter Lemons at 11:43PM

Strathmore’s New Off-Campus Concert Venue ‘AMP’ Opens This Weekend at Pike and Rose by Guest Author

Strathmore redefines nightlife on Rockville Pike with opening of new concert venue at Pike & Rose in partnership with Federal Realty Investment Trust,  and Neighborhood Restaurant Grou…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:41PM

Faulty Towers a stale imitation of 1970s comedy classic: review by Richard Ouzounian

Tasteless riff on the cult TV show Faulty Towers may bill itself as “dining experience” but entirely lacks the flavour of the original.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 11:34PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Las Vegas, beyond blackjack and buffets by Richard Ouzounian

Entertainment in Sin City include Cirque shows, comedy from Brad Garrett, Siegfried and Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat, and the Mob Museum.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 10:16PM

PHOTO CALL: Tena Štivičić Awarded Susan Smith Blackburn Prize by Krissie Fullerton

The 2014-15 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize, which honors female playwrights, was awarded March 2 to Tena Štivičić for her play 3 Winters.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:04PM

Info You Can Use: We’ll Help You Be Pinterest Awesome by Joe Patti

I saw a tweet today that immediately struck me as using a great approach for getting people to see a connection between their interests and the role of an arts organization in their communit…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 10:03PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Larry David on Broadway: Actress Playing His Mother is 7 Years His Junior by Roger Friedman

Larry David’s Fish in the Dark opens Thursday night on Broadway. It’s all sold out, so there’s no question it’s a financial Categories: Featured Theater(Read more.…

SOURCE: ShowBiz 411 at 09:52PM

Donald Margulies to Appear at NYC Benefit Reading of 'JULY 7, 1994' This Month by BroadwayWorld

The Montefiore Einstein Center for Bioethics will host a one time reading of July 7, 1994 by Pulitzer Prize winner Donald Margulies to benefit their scholarship fund. The reading is set for …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:48PM

I Interview Playwrights Part 722: Max Baker by Adam Szymkowicz

Max BakerHometown: LondonCurrent Town: New York CityQ:  Tell me about Live From the Surface of the Moon:A:  It's set in 1969 - the first act is the night of the moon landing, the…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 09:41PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: Caress/Ache, Griffin Theatre Company by Cassie Tongue

Caress/Ache is high drama – half ‘ripped from the headlines’ and half ‘personal relationships’.  Unified by surtitles explaining the synapses and receptors on our skin that allows…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:51PM

No Missteps Here: review of the Malpaso Dance Company at the Joyce Theater

A strong performance and improving relations between the U.S. and Cuba bode well for the future of the Havana-based Malpaso Dance Company.

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 08:37PM

ARROW's John Barrowman to Star in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Miniseries THE 49TH KEY by TV News Desk

The Hollywood Reporter writes that ARROW's John Barrowman and the sci-fifantasy magazine HEAVY METAL are collaborating on a new miniseries based on Erika Lewis's THE 49TH KEY.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:36PM

Bruce Willis to Make Broadway Debut in Stephen King’s Misery by Andrew Katz

The stage adaptation of Stephen King’s 1987 novel

SOURCE: time.com at 08:33PM

“The Diary of Anne Frank” reveals pages worth re-reading by Hedy Weiss

There can be no better reminder of the power of intimate spaces than the Writers Theatre's production of "The Diary of Anne Frank" that is now tucked into the back room of Glencoe's Books on…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 08:30PM

Claustrophobic power in 'The Diary of Anne Frank' at Writers Theatre by Chris Jones

We all know "The Diary of Anne Frank" does not end happily. If you are watching a truthful, deeply engaged production, and director Kimberly Senior's work for Writers Theatre is most certain…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:30PM

'The Diary of Anne Frank' at Writers Theatre by Chris Jones

We all know "The Diary of Anne Frank" does not end happily. If you are watching a truthful, deeply engaged production, and director Kimberly Senior's work for Writers Theatre is most certain…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:30PM

Balanchine on steroids: learning the dance language of William Forsythe by Interview By Nancy Groves

Dancer Thomas McManus reflects on the great American choreographer while teaching Forsythe’s Quintett to a new generation at Sydney Dance Company Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:26PM

Dan Stevens to Star Opposite Emma Watson in Disney's Live-Action BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Movie by Movies News Desk

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Dan Stevens has nabbed the male lead in Disney's upcoming live-action, musical interpretation of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:16PM

'Color Purple' breaks records at Park Square

The musical opens an entree for the company as it broadens its audience and programming.

SOURCE: StarTribune at 08:13PM

Geffen's $100 Million Wins Naming Rights

Entertainment mogul David Geffen has won naming rights for one of the premier venues in classical music with a $100 million gift toward the renovation of Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center …

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 08:11PM

Bruce Willis returning to the stage in Broadway's 'Misery' by David Ng

In the immortal words of Annie Wilkes, "Misery's alive! Misery's alive!"

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 08:11PM

David Geffen's $100-million gift in N.Y. raises arts-naming issues in L.A. by Mike Boehm

“What’s in a name?” was a rhetorical question for Romeo when he was wooing Juliet, but David Geffen’s $100-million gift to Lincoln Center in New York City demonstrates that it can be…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 08:00PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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“The Royal Society of Antarctica” a sensational exploration of contemporary lives by Hedy Weiss

Do not be fooled by the formal title of Mat Smart's "The Royal Society of Antarctica," the altogether world class, world premiere play that has just arrived at The Gift Theatre and is an imm…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 07:30PM

Cate Blanchett on being evil in 'Cinderella'

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - After playing both real and mythical queens, a golden age screen idol and Bob Dylan, Cate Blanchett is taking on another iconic, complex character - Cinderella's evil…

SOURCE: Reuters at 07:30PM

ABT's 'Sleeping Beauty' at Segerstrom a lush return to tradition by Laura Bleiberg

For most of its storied history, New York's American Ballet Theatre has tried to master all styles of all types of classical dance, an elusive goal that some critics have called impossible.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 07:27PM

If/Then, Motown, Matilda and Rupert Everett in Judas Kiss Are Toronto-Bound by Robert Viagas

Award-winning musicals and plays from New York and London including Matilda, Motown, Disgraced and A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder are among highlights announced for the…

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:13PM

Anna Kendrick is NOT feeling Spencer Pratt

And it's pretty darn hilarious.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 07:04PM

Game, Almeida Theatre, review: 'short, sharp, pulse-quickening' by Dominic Cavendish

Mike Bartlett's latest play is a riveting drama that makes guilty peeping-toms of us all, says Dominic Cavendish

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 07:01PM

In The Stage newspaper this week: March 5 by The Stage

The Stage newspaper comes out once a week and is brimming with industry news, advice, analysis and reviews from all over the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01PM

Game, Almeida Theatre by Aleks Sierz

This venue is one of the coolest in London — and its regular audience is both trendy and well-heeled. In the foyer, you get jostled by a better class of person. For this immersive show, wr…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 07:01PM

Theater News: Broadway Cares Announces Broadway Bets Poker Tournament

Play Texas Hold'em for a good cause.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 07:00PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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“The Barber of Seville” – LA Opera – Los Angeles opera review by Jeffrey Roberts

Los Angeles Opera’s inventive Figaro Trilogy continued last Saturday night with the opening of Gioachino Rossini’s The Barber of Seville in a revival of the production from the Teatro Re…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:45PM

Geffen gives $100 million to Lincoln Center

Mega-mogul David Geffen makes new entertainment donation, gets his name on the house.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 06:37PM

NASHVILLE, 'That's the Way Love Goes', 3/3 Recap Updating LIVE! by Wendi Reichstein

Last week was a whirwind of backstabbing, WTF moments, and OMGs... in true NASHVILLE style, of course. Jeff Fordham is where the majority of us want him to be... screwed over and left with a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:35PM

Adelaide Festival: Beckett Triptych by Mick Searles

An extremely influential towering figure of 20th century literature, Samuel Beckett has challenged recent generations of students, actors and theatre directors, but nobody would ever say tha…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 06:32PM

Bruce Willis Will Make His Broadway Debut in ‘Misery’ by Broadway's Best Shows

Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures has just announced that two-time Emmy winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis will make his Broadway debut opposite Obie Award-winning stage and scree…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 06:28PM

Video! Meeting the New Faces on the Barricades at Les Miserables by Broadway.com

Broadway.com congratulates six new stars who have joined the cast of Les Miserables on their opening night.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:26PM

World Premiere by August: Osage County Author Slated for New Steppenwolf Season by Olivia Clement

Chicago's acclaimed Steppenwolf Theatre Company has announced that their 40th anniversary season will feature a world-premiere adaptation of John Steinbeck's East of Eden, the Ch…

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:07PM

Bruce Willis to bring 'Misery' to Broadway

Bruce Willis to bring 'Misery' to Broadway        

SOURCE: USA Today at 06:05PM

ArtsBeat: Bruce Willis to Make Broadway Debut in ‘Misery’ by Patrick Healy

Mr. Willis will star as a writer imprisoned by a psychotic fan, in a stage adaptaion of Stephen King’s novel by William Goldman.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:04PM

Advertising Theater on Television -- What Works by Cara Joy David

What brings people to the theater? I talk a lot about that each day with various producers and press agents. Of course, if anyone really knew an exact answer, many more shows would be succes…

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 06:03PM

GAME Almeida, N1 by Libby Purves

GAMES WE NEARLY PLAY It’s the Almeida, Jim, but not as we know it. Hunched on benches in four uneasily intimate soundproofed zones padded with camouflage-print, summoned by a robotic voice…

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 06:03PM

Bruce Willis in Stephen King chiller 'Misery' on Broadway by Joe Dziemianowicz

Bruce Willis to make his Broadway debut in William Goldman's Broadway adaptation of Stephen King chiller "Misery"

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 06:02PM

Game review – sex, snipers and social outrage in Mike Bartlett’s shocking play by Michael Billington

Almeida, LondonThis experimental piece about tourists who pay to fell a young couple with tranquilising shots is certainly disturbing – but what’s the aim?There is an element of voyeuris…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:00PM

Video Flash: Hobbit Star Luke Evans to Join Emma Watson in Disney's Live-Action Beauty and the Beast

The film's newly announced Gaston has also appeared in Dracula and Fast & Furious 6.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theater News: Bruce Willis to Make Broadway Debut in Misery

Willis will star alongside Broadway veteran Elizabeth Marvel.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theatre News: Bristol Proms returns in July

The event at Bristol Old Vic is now in its third year

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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The Afternoon Report, Wednesday, March 4, 2015 by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

    Brought to you by Boneau/Bryan-Brown Wednesday, March 4, 2015    Today’s Tweets from BBB Follow us on Twitter –  http://twitter.com/BBBway POSTERITY playwright D…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 05:59PM

Curtains for Ballet San Jose? Troupe led by Jose Manuel Carreno faces shutdown by Sarah Kaufman

Ballet star Jose Manuel Carreno has often played the role of the hero onstage. But his princely charisma and world-class stature may not be enough to stem the financial crisis threatening to…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 05:57PM

Bruce Willis to Star in ‘Misery’ on Broadway

Bruce Willis will make his Broadway debut in Warner Bros. Theater Venture’s stage adaptation of “Misery,” appearing in the play this fall alongside New York theater favor…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:56PM

Video: Rumer Willis stars in 'Dear John Hughes' by Johnny Oleksinski

Actress Rumer Willis chatted with theater critic Chris Jones this week about the upcoming "For The Record: Dear John Hughes," a theaterical concert in which Willis stars.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 05:56PM

Sculpture proposed for Sacramento arena sparks strong emotions

If the Sacramento Kings were looking to elicit strong opinions with the selection of an $8 million sculpture for their new downtown arena, they’ve succeeded. … Click to Continue …

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 05:47PM

Catch Me! – Flip FabriQue Comes to New Victory by Sandi Durell

    The wild, witty and wonderful Catch Me! (Attrape-moi) features the six young talents of Flip FabriQue, an up-and-coming troupe from Quebec City, Canada, whose members have perf…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 05:45PM

Bruce Willis Will Make His Broadway Debut This Fall In ‘Misery’ by Jeremy Gerard

The Warner Bros Theatre Ventures production will co-star Elizabeth Marvel in the film adaptation by William Goldman. More to come….

SOURCE: Deadline at 05:44PM

The Broadway.com Show: Sierra Boggess Goes Bridal! Gaga For Broadway! SpongeBob vs. Hee Haw?! by Broadway.com

On this week’s episode of The Broadway.com Show, Sierra Boggess says “I do” to a new video blog, Nathan Lane returns to the Great White Way and much more.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:40PM

Bruce Willis Will Make Broadway Debut in Misery, Based on Stephen King Novel by Michael Gioia

Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis and Obie Award winner Elizabeth Marvel will star in Misery, a new play written by Academy Award winner William Goldman and based on the acclai…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:39PM

Breaking News: Bruce Willis & Elizabeth Marvel Are Headed to Broadway in MISERY! by BroadwayWorld

This just in Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures has just announced that two-time Emmy winner and Golden Globe Award winner Bruce Willis will make his Broadway debut opposite Obie Award-winning st…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:38PM

Photos! See Cush Jumbo Get Fierce and Fearless as Josephine Baker in Josephine and I by Broadway.com

Click for photos from Cush Jumbo’s solo show Josephine and I, directed by Phyllida Lloyd. The new production opens March 10 at Joe’s Pub.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:37PM

Bruce Willis to Make Broadway Debut in Stage Adaptation of Stephen King's Misery by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Bruce Willis will make his Broadway debut in a stage adaptation of Stephen King’s Misery. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Elizabeth Marvel will co-star in the play, penned by Osca…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:37PM

Video! Kate Baldwin & Conor Ryan Explore Family in Andrew Lippa's John & Jen by Broadway.com

A montage of scenes from Andrew Lippa's John & Jen, starring Kate Baldwin and Conor Ryan.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:35PM

Julie Taymor Signs with WME by BroadwayWorld

Tony and Emmy-winning director Julie Taymor has new management.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:34PM

Bruce Willis to Make Broadway Debut in Adaptation of Stephen King's 'Misery' (Exclusive) by Tatiana Siegel

Willis will star opposite Elizabeth Marvel in William Goldman's stage version of the thriller.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:29PM

WTC View – Interviews Michael Urie, Brian Sloan by Sandi Durell

    by: Miriam Spritzer   This year marks the 10th anniversary of the film version WTC View starring Michael Urie. It is the story about a young man living... The post WTC Vie…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 05:29PM

ArtsBeat: New Tracy Letts Play Coming to Steppenwolf Theater Next Year by Patrick Healy

Mr. Letts’s new play, “Mary Page Marlowe,” and a new adaptation of John Steinbeck’s “East of Eden” are among the highlights of the Chicago company’s 2015-16 season.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:26PM

HAIR Vets to Reunite in BROADWAY MEETS CLASSIC ROCK at 54 Below, 4/6 by BroadwayWorld

54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Allison Guinn On the Town, Hair and Brandon Pearson Hair in 'BROADWAY MEETS CLASSIC ROCK' on April 6, 2015 at 930 pm. The veterans of the 2009 TONY…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:24PM

STAGE TUBE: Video Roundup- Meet BEAUTY AND THE BEAST's Gaston, Luke Evans! by BroadwayWorld

We can't help but wonder how Evans will do in the role, so we've collected some of his past musical performances. How do you think he'll fare

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:23PM

'HAMS AT HEART' Showcases Songs of Kinosian & Blair at 54 Below Tonight by BroadwayWorld

54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Hams at Heart The Best Musical Theater Writers of Our Time... Perform the Songs of Kinosian and Blair. Everyone knows there's no hammier ham than a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:20PM

Clinton the Musical: Sex, Sax, Politics and Scandals!

Billed as a "Hillary-ous new musical," Clinton the Musical explores the two different sides of the 42nd U.S. President by representing them in two different characters &mda…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:17PM

Clinton the Musical – Sneak Peek by Sandi Durell

    by: Sandi Durell   The White House had other problems in the 90s, namely Bill and Hillary Rodham Clinton and Monica Lewinsky. They’re all unleashed in this farce... …

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 05:16PM

Posterity Playwright Doug Wright on Procrastination, Martinis & an Inspiring Trip to Oslo by Beth Stevens

Doug Wright is a highly decorated playwright and librettist: He won a Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize for I Am My Own Wife and an Obie Award for Quills (for which he also wrote the Golden…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:13PM

Get Your Poker Face Ready! BC/EFA Launches BROADWAY BETS Tournament by BroadwayWorld

It's time to shuffle up and deal for Broadway CaresEquity Fights AIDS with Broadway Bets, a first-of-its-kind Broadway poker tournament co-chaired by Paul Libin, executive vice president of …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:10PM

Three members of Youth Orchestra tapped for National Youth Orchestra-USA

The SLSYO has been represented in all three of the NYO-USA's seasons.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 05:07PM

Tony Meola comes to the Muny

Sound designer has a long Broadway resume

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 05:05PM

Ballet San Jose needs $550,000 to keep running by Karen D'Souza

The company announces a 'must-do' fundraising campaign; the cash is needed by March 14.

SOURCE: San Jose Mercury News at 05:03PM

Kate Weare Company’s 10th Anniversary Season at BAM Fisher by Hannah Cullen

Hannah Cullen responds to Kate Weare's 10th Anniversary showing at BAM Fisher.

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 05:02PM

Broadway's Ann Harada, Remy Zaken and More to Make Cameos on New Webseries REDHEADS ANONYMOUS by TV News Desk

St. Patrick's Day -- an unofficial redhead holiday -- will mark the series premiere of the charming, off-beat new web comedy Redheads Anonymous, which explores redhead identity in modern Ame…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:01PM

Broadway at a Discount- What's Available at TKTS for March 4, 2015! by Bww Discount Alert

TKTS has been a New York City institution for decades, bringing theatre-goers a last-minute way to get tickets for some of Broadway's hottest shows at a discount. TDF operates three TKTS Dis…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:00PM

Photo Flash: Cush Jumbo Channels Josephine Baker in Her New Solo Show, Josephine and I

The drama plays Joe's Pub at the Public Theater.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Theater News: Original Reefer Madness Stars to Take the Stage for Reunion Concert

Christian Campbell and Robert Torti are among the performers who will return to the cult-classic musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Features: My Theatre Firsts: A View From the Bridge's Michael Brandon

Hair, Marlon Brand and Penelope Cruz feature in Brandon's Theatre Firsts

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:00PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Odds & Ends: Cirque du Soleil Rumored to Replace On the Town, Anika Noni Rose to Lead CBS Pilot & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Will Cirque du Soleil Replace On the Town? It’s no secret that the Broadway revival of On the Town has been struggl…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:51PM

Video: Trailer for “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” New Series Featuring Jane Krakowski, Tituss Burgess, by Andrew Gans

A trailer has been released for the new Netflix series "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," which debuts March 6.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:50PM

Original Cast of REEFER MADNESS to Reunite in Concert at 54 Below Next Month by BroadwayWorld

On April 19th amp 20th, the cult classic musical Reefer Madness, with book and lyrics by Kevin Murphy and book and music by Dan Studney, will be presented in concert at 54 Below for 3 perfor…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:45PM

Marc Kudisch, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, Kurt Deutsch and More Set for ROW J, Beginning 3/10 on The Jewish Channel by TV News Desk

The Jewish Channel will broadcast the latest edition of its popular theater-oriented monthly TV show, Row J, to begin airing on demand on Tuesday, March 10. Row J is hosted by TJC correspond…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:38PM

Arkansas Repertory Theatre Announces 40th Season by American Theatre Editors

The Little Rock-based theatre's 2015--16 season will include classic and contemporary musicals, plus a world premiere directed by Jason Alexander.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:32PM

Avery Fisher Hall naming rights sell for $100M | Crain's New York Business by Yoona Ha

David Geffen, the co-founder of DreamWorks Animation, will have his name on the building known as Avery Fisher Hall.

SOURCE: Crain's at 04:29PM

Les Miz Alum Andy Mientus Will Star in CBS Pilot LFE by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Smash-ing news for Andy Mientus! No sooner does he leave Broadway’s Les Miz, then he’s tapped for CBS pilot LFE. Deadline reports that he will play a regular role in the med…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:27PM

Dreamgirls by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 1982 (Geffen/Decca Broadway) What were they thinking? The most exciting Broadway score of the 1980s was carved up to fit on one disc, and thereby was stripped of its …

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 04:26PM

Fascinating New Before & After Photo Feature For THE LION KING by Pat Cerasaro

Don't miss this awesome new THE LION KING photo feature

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:26PM

Stage & Screen Star Luke Evans in Talks to Play Gaston in Live-Action Beauty and the Beast by Ryan McPhee

No one’s got a swell cleft in his chin like…Luke Evans! According to Variety, the West End alum and film star is closing in on a deal to play Gaston in Disney’s upcom…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:23PM

Kristin Chenoweth Teaches Sarah Michelle Gellar's Daughter Dance Backstage At ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY by Pat Cerasaro

Kristin Chenoweth shares the love of theatre with a young fan backstage at ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:18PM

Luke Evans to Join Emma Watson in Disney's Live-Action BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Movie by Movies News Desk

Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST has found its 'Gaston' in a stage veteran.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:05PM

How Much Does It Cost to Put on a Broadway Show? by Brenda Neugent

In 1960, when most Broadway shows cost as much as $250,000 to mount, the producers of “The Fantasticks” spent less than $1,000 on the set and just over $500 on costumes, while the set de…

SOURCE: broadwaytour.net at 04:00PM

Blogs: Editor's Blog: Let's hear it for Shakespeare's Globe

The South Bank venue continues to balance artistic and commercial success

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:00PM

Theater News: Cherry Lane Theatre Announces 2015 Mentor Project Lineup

The developmental program adds three titles to its 17th season.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Photo Flash: Six Degrees of Stockard! It's Only a Play Star Channing Celebrated at McKittrick Hotel

How close are these Broadway favorites to Stockard Channing?

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Theater News: David Geffen Donates $100 Million for Avery Fisher Hall Transformation and Renaming

The performing arts building will be renamed David Geffen Hall.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Broadway's Andy Mientus Joins Cast of CBS Medical Pilot LFE by TV News Desk

Broadway veteran Andy Mientus, who recently appeared on The CW's hit series THE FLASH, has booked his small screen follow-up.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:56PM

Audra McDonald, Jordan Roth and Other Broadway Folk Named to Advisory Board of New Theatre Company by Andrew Gans

The emerging theatre company, Honest Accomplice Theatre, has announced the appointment of some Broadway luminaries to its new Advisory Board.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:55PM

Luke Evans to Play Gaston in Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’ (EXCLUSIVE) by Justin Kroll

Luke Evans is in negotiations to play the villainous Gaston in Disney’s live-action retelling of “Beauty and the Beast,” which stars “Harry Potter” actress Emma…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:52PM

'Fish in the Dark' review: Larry David's toilet jokes

It has been a long time since Broadway had a comedy so flush with Jewish-mother jokes and giddy about finding synonyms for breasts. Many decades have passed since the sound of an offstage to…

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 03:49PM

Brand New CABARET National Tour Announces First Dates by Pat Cerasaro

Broadway's most recent CABARET revival is going out on tour

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:44PM

Uzo Aduba, Reed Birney & More Set for BU's Reception Honoring Stewart F. Lane & Bonnie Comley by BroadwayWorld

Boston University College of Fine Arts will bring together alumni and friends in the New York area and members of the Broadway community for a reception celebrating the newly established Ste…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:42PM

8 Burning Questions With Les Miz’s Hunky New Marius! Dating, Social Media and Three-Word Texts by Michael Gioia

Broadway's Les Misérables got a hunky new Marius last night, when Chris McCarrell — who understudied the role since the re-imagined revival opened last year at t…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:41PM

Drat! The Cat! by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 1965 (Blue Pearl/no CD) It’s a cliché among cast album collectors to hear a good score of a flop musical and ponder, “Why wasn’t this a hit?” But the recordi…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 03:33PM

A Six Degrees of Stockard Channing Party by Sandi Durell

          A Six Degrees of Stockard Channing party was held last night, March 3rd, at The Lodge at the McKittrick Hotel, home of Sleep No More.... The post A Six Deg…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 03:31PM

The Rockettes Rehearse With Jasmine Meakin For NEW YORK SPRING SPECTACULAR by Pat Cerasaro

The Rockettes take a break to talk working with Mia Michaels in a brand new video interview

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:30PM

Ryan Silverman, Tony DeSare & More to Join New York Pops for LET'S BE FRANK Next Month by BroadwayWorld

On April 10, 2015 at 800PM, The New York Pops will close its 32nd subscription season at Carnegie Hall's Stern AuditoriumPerelman Stage, with four of today's finest entertainers - Tony DeSar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:30PM

'Chicago' kicks up its heels at the Hippodrome by Tim Smith

If our culture had managed to advance sufficiently since 1975, when the biting musical "Chicago" landed in Broadway, the show might be considered just harmless, lively entertainment now.

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 03:27PM

Montego Glover Talks 'Big, Fat Wedding Fun' In New IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU Featurette by Pat Cerasaro

Sierra Boggess is super excited about It Shoulda Been You

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:22PM

BWW TV: Watch Highlights from Signature Theatre's THE LIQUID PLAIN! by BroadwayWorld TV

Signature Theatre presents the New York Premiere of The Liquid Plain by Naomi Wallace, directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah. The production runs through March 29, 2015 with a March 8 opening night i…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:21PM

Still Ill After Brief Return, On the Twentieth Century Star Will “Rise Again” This Weekend by Adam Hetrick

Leading man Peter Gallagher, who returned to the Broadway revival of On the Twentieth Century March 3 after a week-long absence due to illness, will miss an additional three performances…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:16PM

Do Re Mi by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 1960 (RCA) Right after Gypsy, you’d have expected composer Jule Styne to test his powers in another meaty Broadway project. Instead, he regressed to formula musical…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 03:15PM

ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Update - Peter Gallagher Back Out of the Show Until Friday Due to Illness by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of On the Twentieth Century will now open on Sunday, March 15, as a result of Peter Gallagher missing a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:14PM

NYU to Workshop Beatsville by Menken Lyricist Glenn Slater by Robert Viagas

Two-time Tony nominee Glenn Slater, lyricist with composer Alan Menken on such hits as Sister Act and “Tangled,” will workshop a new musical, Beatsville, set in the w…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:13PM

Amy Spanger Will Bring Her Show of Glamorous and Not-As-Glamorous Tales to Birdland by Michael Gioia

Amy Spanger, who recently starred in the Broadway revival of Chicago, will bring her solo show to Birdland March 16 at 7 PM.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:13PM

PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: “Drag Queens Eat Pizza, Too!” Glamorous Backstage Portraits at the Marriott Theatre by Matthew Blank

It's all glitter, girdles and jocks at the Marriott Theatre's production of the beloved Jerry Herman musical La Cage aux Folles. J Tyler Whitmer, glamorous as one of Les Cagelles, sh…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:13PM

Tony Winner Anika Noni Rose Lands Leading Role in CBS’ “For Justice” by Andrew Gans

Anika Noni Rose, a Tony winner for her performance in Caroline, or Change, has landed the leading role in the CBS pilot "For Justice," according to Deadline.com.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:11PM

'Jekyll & Hyde' explores the dark side at Van Wezel by Jay Handelman

A touring production of Frank Wildhorn's hit returns to Sarasota... Read more » The post 'Jekyll & Hyde' explores the dark side at Van Wezel appeared first on Ticket Sarasota.

SOURCE: Sarasota Herald-Tribune at 03:10PM

Review: Updated 'Cinderella' keeps its old-fashion charm by Karen D'Souza

The touring Broadway musical includes some contemporary messages about girl power, but it's the traditional fairy tale that makes the show worthwhile; it plays at Broadway San Jose through M…

SOURCE: San Jose Mercury News at 03:06PM

Peter Gallagher Out Sick Again From Broadway Revival of On the Twentieth Century by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Peter Gallagher is once again out from On the Twentieth Century. The Tony nominee will now not make both performances on March 4 and also March 5 as he continues to recover from a severe sin…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:05PM

At This Performance: KINKY BOOTS' Leading 'Lola' Understudy Timothy Ware! by Tyler Peterson

BroadwayWorld introduces our latest weekly feature, 'At This Performance with BWW' highlighting the work of Broadway's hardest-working actors - understudies and standbys

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:02PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Spotlight on the Cast of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS- Meet Allison Walsh & Will Burton by BroadwayWorld TV

Following an acclaimed tryout at Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, An American in Paris is currently in rehearsals for its upcoming Broadway run at the Palace Theatre Broadway at 47th Street. Pr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:02PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Doonesbury by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 1983 (MCA) For the stage musical version of his political-satire comic strip, Garry Trudeau fashioned his own book and lyrics, proving himself to be a surprisingly ad…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 02:56PM

Tickets Now Available for Hamlet, Starring Peter Sarsgaard, Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

Tickets are now on sale to see Peter Sarsgaard as the titular sweet prince in Hamlet. Directed by Austin Pendleton, the production will play a limited engagement March 27 through May 10 at C…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:50PM

“Sound of Music” Star Christopher Plummer Talks Oscars Absence and Lady Gaga by Adam Hetrick

Christopher Plummer, who starred as Captain von Trapp in the Oscar-winning 1965 film adaptation of "The Sound of Music," sat down with Deadline.com recently and opened up about…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:49PM

‘Chicago’ at Hippodrome Theatre at France-Merrick Performing Arts Center by John Harding

Baltimore’s Hippodrome Theatre is having its hottest season ever. Indeed, if you shovel out of your snow and ice fast enough, you will find its current offering of Chicago making things ev…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:43PM

London Datebook: A Basement Ode to Barbra, Imelda Staunton Returns as Mama Rose & More March Picks by Matt Wolf

The play for once really is the thing in a London month that puts musicals on the back burner for a change—well, that is until Gypsy begins previews—and lets the plays take cente…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:40PM

Eddie Redmayne, Alicia Vikander to Star in Tom Hooper's THE DANISH GIRL by Movies News Desk

Working Title Films' The Danish Girl, directed by Academy Award winner Tom Hooper The King's Speech, Les Misrables and starring Academy Award winner Eddie Redmayne The Theory of Everything, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:38PM

Opening tonight: ‘Guys & Dolls’ by Donald Munro

The national tour of the classic musical “Guys & Dolls” is making a two-night stop at the Saroyan Theatre. I got the chance to interview Todd Berkich, who plays Nicely-Nicely…

SOURCE: fresnobeehive.com at 02:38PM

'Bright Lights' looks at life in the 80s at freeFall by Jay Handelman

Rock musical is based on Jay McInerny's best-selling novel.... Read more » The post 'Bright Lights' looks at life in the 80s at freeFall appeared first on Ticket Sarasota.

SOURCE: Sarasota Herald-Tribune at 02:36PM

Photo Flash: Jeremy Jordan, Krysta Rodriguez, Cast of THE LAST SHIP & More Play 54 Below This Week by BroadwayWorld

54 Below welcomed a slew of all-star guests this week, including the company of The Last Ship Company with Sting, Jeremy Jordan, Andy Mientus and Krysta Rodriguez in THIS WILL BE OUR YEAR, a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:33PM

BODWAY: This Years 10 Hottest Hunks on Broadway by Broadway's Best Shows

BODWAY: This Years 10 Hottest Hunks on Broadway Spring is just around the corner and while most of the us are worried about fitting in to our swim suits we know these Broadway babes are spri…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 02:32PM

Tony Winner Anika Noni Rose to Star in CBS Civil Rights Crime Drama FOR JUSTICE by TV News Desk

Tony Award winner Anika Noni Rose A Raisin in the Sun has signed on for the lead role in the CBS civil rights crime drama drama pilot FOR JUSTICE.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:31PM

Pakistani women come out fighting: A hard-hitting play focuses on female Muslim boxers

It is a rainy Sunday afternoon in Bradford and three teenage girls are pummelling heavy punchbags that hang from the ceiling of Huggy's Boxing Gym. "Your punches are fine but I want to see a…

SOURCE: The Independent at 02:30PM

Rogue Roundup for Wednesday, March 4 by Donald Munro

We’ll kick off our daily Rogue Roundup with a rave. Beehiver Rick Bentley writes: The awards are in, and in the category of best performance by two Canadians and a New Yorker managing …

SOURCE: fresnobeehive.com at 02:28PM

George Takei shows wit with Mpls. show

George Takei gathers no moss. In town for a two-night “Wits” gig, the social media star and “Star Trek” icon’s current passion is the Broadway musical he’s mounting thi…

SOURCE: StarTribune at 02:28PM

FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Company of CLINTON THE MUSICAL! by Walter McBride

Clinton The Musical has found its Bills. Yes, Bills plural - it takes two actors to play the larger than life 42nd President of The United States. Playing President 'WJ' Clinton is Tom Galan…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:17PM

Dramatists Guild Fund Launches #WriteChange Scholarship by BroadwayWorld

The Dramatists Guild Fund will award ten writers with scholarships to attend the Dramatists Guild National Conference this July 16-19 in La Jolla, CA.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:12PM

Farewell, Carole! Tony Winner Jessie Mueller Looks Back on Her Wonderful Run in Broadway's Beautiful by Broadway.com

In the corporate world, employees leaving a job are often asked to sit through an “exit interview” with HR about their time at the company. Although that concept doesn’t ex…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:10PM

Michael Urie Stars in Gay Comedy SUCH GOOD PEOPLE, Out on DVD & VOD 4/14 by Movies News Desk

Breaking Glass Pictures is releasing Such Good People on DVD and VOD on April 14, 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:09PM

30th Annual Doing Art Together Benefit to Honor Tony Danza, 3/30 by BroadwayWorld

The 30th Annual Doing Art Together Benefit - emceed by Emmy award winning NBC 4 NY traffic reporter Lauren Scala - will take place in New York City on March 30th at the Mandarin Oriental. Th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:06PM

Hugh Jackman to Chat New Film 'Chappie' & More on LIVE WITH KELLY & MICHAEL, 3/5 by TV News Desk

On Thursday, March 5th, LIVE with Kelly and Michael, hosts Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan sit down with Tony Award winner HUGH JACKMAN to chat about his new film Chappie.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:06PM

A.R.T. Brings in Record-Breaking $1M at BOUNDLESS Gala by BroadwayWorld

The Board of Trustees of the American Repertory Theater A.R.T. just announced that the theater's annual gala Boundless, which was held at the Boston Park Plaza Castle on Monday, March 2, wit…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:05PM

SoloChicago Theatre’s Production of CHURCHILL at New World Stages Stars Ronald Keaton by Dr. Roberta E. Zlokower

This new one-actor show is by far the best I’ve seen in one-actor plays all season. Mr. Keaton is so riveting, I’m planning to see the play again, because there’s so much riveting deta…

SOURCE: www.robertaonthearts.com at 02:02PM

Theatre Songwriters Are Hams at Heart Tonight, Taking the Stage to Sing by Michael Gioia

Hams at Heart: The Best Musical Theater Writers of Our Time… Perform the Songs of Kinosian and Blair, featuring the songs of Murder for Two writers Kellen Blair and Joe Kinosian, …

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

Photo Flash: Broadway Gathers for Six Degrees of Stockard Channing! by BroadwayWorld

Just last night, the Lodge at the McKittrick Hotel, hosted a party celebrating one of Broadway's favorite stars- Stockard Channing Six Degrees of Stockard Channing was attended by all sorts…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:01PM

Synetic Theater’s next season announced by Lorraine Treanor

Beginning Sept 30, 2015, Synetic Theater’s season will offer the reprise of two critically acclaimed productions (Romeo and Juliet, and Twelfth Night), a new wordless Shakespeare set i…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 02:00PM

Photo Flash: Kerry Butler, Tom Galantich, Judy Gold, and More Preview Clinton the Musical

Veronica Kuehn, Duke Lafoon, John Treacy Egan, and Kevin Zak also star in the new production, directed by Dan Knechtges.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM

Theater News: Tony Awards and Carnegie Mellon University Announce Theatre Education Award Judges

Judges will include Tony-winning actress Judith Light, president of Disney Theatrical Group Thomas Schumacher, and more.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Skivvies Tap Stars of Last Five Years and Hamilton to Strip in Latest Show by Adam Hetrick

Adam Kantor (The Last Five Years) and Phillipa Soo (Hamilton) are among the performers who are set to bare it all in song when The Skivvies return to 42West March 16.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:56PM

Theatre Odyssey announces 10-minute play festival selections by Jay Handelman

Eight new plays and one student winner are featured in the 10th festival... Read more » The post Theatre Odyssey announces 10-minute play festival selections appeared first on Ticket Sa…

SOURCE: Sarasota Herald-Tribune at 01:42PM

TCM to Honor SOUND OF MUSIC's Christopher Plummer with Hand & Footprint Ceremony by Movies News Desk

Turner Classic Movies TCM will honor beloved actor Christopher Plummer during a handprint-footprint ceremony at the world-famous TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX on Friday, March 27, 2015

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:41PM

David Geffen donating $100 million to New York's Lincoln Center by David Ng

Since his heyday as a music executive and entertainment mogul, David Geffen has given away hundreds of millions of dollars to organizations that now bear his name. In Los Angeles, there is …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 01:41PM

Knockout boxing drama “The Royal” adds performances by Hedy Weiss

To meet the high demand for tickets to its galvanic production of "The Royale," Marco Ramirez's rhythmically-powered play about boxing, race and more, the American Theater Company, 1909 W. B…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 01:39PM

Uptown Spring Theatre Festival to Stage “Gatsby”-esque Once Upon a Mattress by Olivia Clement

The musical theatre program at Marymount Manhattan College (MMC), a private liberal arts college on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, continues its theatre festival honoring three gener…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:38PM

Lincoln Center As OK Corral? David Geffen Will Face Down David Koch Across $200 Million Plaza by Jeremy Gerard

Call ‘em the Dueling Daves. They may not sling guns, but ultraconservative activist and philanthropist David Koch will soon be glaring directly into the defiant face of liberal-cause s…

SOURCE: Deadline at 01:37PM

Novel About Bi-Sexual and Gay Black Culture Hits Stage as New Musical from Motown’s “Solid (As A Roc by Adam Hetrick

A musical adaptation of best-selling author Lynn Harris' 1994 novel "Invisible Life," which tracks one man's coming of age and his experiences in bisexual and gay cultu…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:31PM

Terry Kinney & Frank Galati Reunite for World Premiere of John Steinbeck's East of Eden by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Terry Kinney and Frank Galati, who were both part of the Tony-winning 1990 Broadway production of The Grapes of Wrath, are reuniting for another John Steinbeck work. Galati will adapt and Ki…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:28PM

IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU Introduces Another Hilarious Winner in Wedding Inspired Broadway Giveaway! by BroadwayWorld

For the last two weeks, BroadwayWorld has been introducing you to the winners of It Shoulda Been You's incredible wedding inspired Broadway giveaway. This hilarious new musical, directed by …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:23PM

Pittsburgh Public Theater supplements August Wilson's 10-play cycle with 'How I Learned What I Learned' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Todd Kreidler and Eugene Lee have been at this before, as director and solo artist of “How I Learned What I Learned.” But this time is different, special. It’s the first time the play …

SOURCE: 137.117.100.210 at 01:22PM

Public Theater supplements August Wilson's 10-play cycle with "How I Learned What I Learned"

Todd Kreidler and Eugene Lee have been at this before, as director and solo artist of “How I Learned What I Learned.” But this time is different, special. It’s the first time the play …

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 01:22PM

Uneasy coupling in 'Four' by Jackalope Theatre Co. by Nina Metz

Christopher Shinn's drama isn't a cohesive story so much as a series of conversations and negotiations. Sex is on the table for two different couples, but no one in either scenario walks awa…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 01:18PM

BROADWAY IN CHICAGO ANNOUNCES 15th SEASON INCLUDING “IF/THEN” AND “MATILDA” by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce the upcoming 2015-2016 season line-up celebrating Broadway In Chicago’s 15thanniversary.  The hits just keep on coming to Chicago with th…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:16PM

Review: The Talking Cure/Idle Muse Theatre Company by Zach Freeman

“The Talky Bore” would be a more apt title for this 2002 play about the birth of psychoanalysis. British playwright Christopher Hampton never finds the dramatic marrow in the tale of Sab…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 01:15PM

Conservatory grad returns for one-man show at Home Resource by Jay Handelman

New piece is adapted from the work of Nikolai Gogol... Read more » The post Conservatory grad returns for one-man show at Home Resource appeared first on Ticket Sarasota.

SOURCE: Sarasota Herald-Tribune at 01:11PM

“Ugly Betty” and “Orange Is the New Black” Stars Will Perform in Series of Kilroys-Recommended Plays by Carey Purcell

Complete casting has been announced for the Inaugural (3) Plays from The Kilroys’ List: A Reading Series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:10PM

John Lahr, Kika Markham & More Make Shortlist for 2015 Sheridan Morley Prize for Theatre Biography by BroadwayWorld

The shortlist is announced today for the eighth annual Sheridan Morley Prize for Theatre Biography - the nominees are Tennessee Williams Mad Pilgrimage of the Flesh by John Lahr, Our Time of…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:04PM

Production news round-up: February 25 to March 3 by Georgia Snow

MUSICALS • Mary Poppins is being revived for 
a UK tour, opening at Leicester Curve 
in October. The production, which was co-created

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:02PM

Margaret Croyden, Longtime Theatre Critic, Dies at 92 by Robert Simonson

Margaret Croyden, a drama critic and author with firm knowledge of the various forms of 20th-century avant grade theatre, and who wrote books about the work of Jerzy Grotowski and Peter …

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00PM

'Cinderella' corsets meant liquid diet for Lily James

Lily James, the star of Disney's new live-action film 'Cinderella' told E! News that the costumes made eating solid foods difficult at times.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 01:00PM

Theater News: Edgar Allan Poe-Inspired Nevermore to Play Final Performance

The off-Broadway musical will end it run at New World Stages.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Theater News: Bistro Awards 30th Annual Gala to Honor Tony Winner Lillias White

Jazz headliner Carol Fredette will also receive special honors.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at noon (Broadway Time)
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STAGE TUBE: Find Time for Broadway Green Alliance's College Green Captain Prize! by Stage Tube

The Broadway Green Alliance BGA has launched a new contest to honor and reward College Green Captains for creating greener productions on college campuses. Winners will have brought innovati…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:58PM

Kate Mulgrew, America Ferrerra & More Set for Lily Awards Foundation's Play Reading Series by BroadwayWorld

The Lilly Awards Foundation has announced complete casting for the Inaugural 3Plays from The Kilroys' List A Reading Series featuring new works by female playwrights Larissa FastHorse, Meg M…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:55PM

Spotlight On...Boris Zilberman by Michael Block

Name: Boris ZilbermanHometown: New York City by way of Kiev, Ukraine.Education: Hunter College, NYC- English Literature, Psychology. Improv- Upright Citizens Brigade, People's Improv Theater…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 12:55PM

The Week Ahead: Doug Wright’s ‘Posterity,’ With John Noble and Hamish Linklater by Ben Brantley

Henrik Ibsen, that uncompromising father of the modern drama, is the center of Mr. Wright’s new play.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:54PM

JESSIE MUELLER NAMED SARAH SIDDONS SOCIETY 2015 ACTRESS OF THE YEAR by Michael J. Roberts

The Sarah Siddons Society’s Artistic Director, Dominic Missimi, announced plans to bestow on Jessie Mueller the organization’s prestigious Actress of the Year Award. Ms. Mueller won a To…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:51PM

Letts, Baker, Guirgis Lead Steppenwolf Theatre Company 2015–16 Season by American Theatre Editors

The Chicago company's 40th season will contain a world premiere by Tracy Letts and a new adaptation of John Steinbeck's 'East of Eden.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:49PM

Avery Fisher Hall to become David Geffen Hall by Joe Dziemianowicz

Good-bye, Avery Fisher. Hello, David Geffen.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 12:49PM

Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 1972 (Polydorl/no CD) Here’s an example of the sort of show that’s much more effective onstage than on record. It was easy to get caught up in a live performance …

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 12:46PM

Gerald Sim by Michael Coveney

Stalwart actor known for playing dependable British characters Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:46PM

David Geffen Donates $100 Million to Lincoln Center; Avery Fisher Hall Will Get New Name in 2015-16 Season by BroadwayWorld

Music and media executive and philanthropist David Geffen has given a 100 million gift to Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts to lead the complete transformation of its largest concert ha…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:45PM

Christopher Plummer Praises Lady Gaga's SOUND OF MUSIC Tribute: 'She Sang It So Well' by TV News Desk

In an all-new interview with Deadline.com, SOUND OF MUSIC star Christopher Plummer reflects on the iconic musical film, now celebrating its 50th Anniversary

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:42PM

David Geffen donates $100 million to Lincoln Center

NEW YORK (AP) -- Entertainment industry executive David Geffen has donated $100 million to New York's Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 12:39PM

Jonathan Miller and Barrie Rutter: ‘At this age, people assume you to be either dead or senile’ by Alfred Hickling

Jonathan Miller is notching up his eighth Lear. How did he persuade Barrie Rutter to play the king? By telling him it’s a comedy Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:38PM

What Does Trumbull Have Against The Arts? by Howard Sherman

Remember Trumbull, Connecticut? That’s the town where a new high school principal canceled a production of the student edition of the musical Rent in the fall of 2013. The resultant outcr…

SOURCE: Howard Sherman at 12:36PM

Avery Fisher Hall To Be Renamed for Music Mogul David Geffen After $100M Gift by Adam Hetrick

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, which has been seeking a benefactor to finance the renovation of Avery Fisher Hall, has revealed its high-profile donor. Music and entertainment m…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:34PM

Don’t Play Us Cheap by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 1972 (Stax, 2LPs) This Melvin Van Peebles musical is as different from his earlier Ain’t Supposed to Die a Natural Death as it could be. Though plotless, the earlie…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 12:27PM

3 Winters playwright Tena Stivicic wins Susan Smith Blackburn prize by David Hutchison

Playwright Tena Stivicic has won the 2015 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize for her play 3 Winters, which was staged at the National

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:21PM

Cicely Tyson, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Orange Is The New Black & More to Be Honored at GRACIES AWARDS by BroadwayWorld

Over the past 40 years, the Alliance for Women In Media Foundation AWMF has annually honored exemplary women and men in the media and entertainment industry individuals who are pioneers in t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:21PM

Jenn Colella, Erin Davie & More Set for York's 100 MUSICALS IN MUFTI Benefit Concert; John Tartaglia to Host! by BroadwayWorld

The York Theatre Company, dedicated to the development of new musicals and preserving musical gems from the past, will present an unforgettable one-night only benefit, The 100 Musicals in Mu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:19PM

New Promo Video For ‘Hedwig’ Starring John Cameron Mitchell (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

Check out Hedwig and the Angry Inch’s new promo video! John Cameron Mitchell stars along side Tony Winner Lena Hall at the Belasco Theatre. Golden Globe winner John Cameron Mitchell …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 12:15PM

Five Burning Questions with Tony Award Winner Lea Salonga

Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga takes the stage at Town Hall on March 14, and we're chatting with her about signature songs, Saigon and Allegiance.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 12:15PM

New Work by Tracy Letts, Chicago Premiere of THE FLICK & More Set for Steppenwolf's 2015-16 Season by BroadwayWorld

Steppenwolf Theatre Company Artistic Director Martha Lavey announced today the 201516 Subscription Season, which marks the company's 40th anniversary.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:14PM

David Geffen Donates $100 Million to Lincoln Center, Avery Fisher Hall to be Renamed After Him by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Media bigwig and philanthropist David Geffen has given a $100 million gift to Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts to lead the complete transformation of Avery Fisher Hall, which is home t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:13PM

Broadway-In-A-Box Grows As Key Brand Entertainment Nabs The Broadway Channel by Jeremy Gerard

What do you watch on that hotel-room TV? Key Brand Entertainment owner John Gore hopes that Kinky Boots will prevail over kinky everything else. KBE, which produces, promotes and sells ticke…

SOURCE: Deadline at 12:10PM

Judith Light, Thomas Schumacher & More to Serve as Judges for Tony Awards' First Theatre Education Award by BroadwayWorld

The Tony Awards and Carnegie Mellon University CMU today announced the panel of esteemed judges for the inaugural 'Excellence in Theatre Education Award.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:08PM

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Illusionist KEVIN JAMES by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Illusionist KEVIN JAMES from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Celebrated magician Kevin James discusses touring in the hit production THE ILLUSIONISTS, which wil…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:07PM

Cynthia Nixon, Elisabeth Moss Among Broadway Stars Appearing in TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL Lineup by Movies News Desk

Among the theater stars who who will appear in the line up are Cynthia Nixon, Elisabeth Moss, James Franco, Ed Harris and John Leguizamo.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:07PM

Tony Awards and Carnegie Mellon University Announce Judges for First-Ever Theatre Education Award

The panel of six judges – representing the American Theatre Wing, The Broadway League and Carnegie Mellon University – will select the award finalists and winner.

SOURCE: Tony Awards at 12:06PM

Allison Williams Cancels American Songbook Concert by Olivia Clement

Lincoln Center has announced that due to conflicting production schedules with her HBO series "Girls," Allison Williams' American Songbook concert will be postponed to 2016.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:04PM

Theatre at Kennedy Center next season: slim pickings but, what there is, is choice by Christopher Henley

To the strains of “Ride of the Valkyries,” the new President of the Kennedy Center, Deborah F. Rutter, took the stage of its Family Theatre on Tuesday morning to announce the Center’s …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:03PM

National and RSC throw weight behind new safety rules by Georgia Snow

Leading arts organisations, including the National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company, have welcomed new health and safety regulations that will be

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:01PM

See Who’s Singing at the The 100 Musicals in Mufti Concert Celebration by Andrew Gans

The York Theatre Company will offer a starry evening celebrating its acclaimed Musicals in Mufti series, which has presented 100 musicals to date.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

Theatre News: Shortlist announced for Sheridan Morley prize

This year's nominees include Richard Eyre, Kika Markham and Andrew Sachs

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Theatre News: Cast announced for UK tour of Hairspray

Freya Sutton, Claire Sweeney and Brenda Edwards are among the company

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Theatre News: Manville and McAvoy to unveil Oliviers nominees

The acclaimed duo will host the announcement next Monday

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Theater News: Wish Hugh Jackman Would Leave Special Messages on Your Voicemail?

The League of Professional Theatre Women will make your dream a reality (sorta).

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: Broadway's Jeff Biehl Joins the Cast of David Ives' Lives of the Saints

Rick Holmes exits the Primary Stages production to take on a role in Broadway's The Visit.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Steppenwolf announces 2015-16 season, including a new play by Tracy Letts by Chris Jones

A new play by Tracy Letts, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "August: Osage County"; the regional premiere of Annie Baker's "The Flick"; a new Frank Galati adaptation of John Steinbeck's …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:00PM

Compagnie Kafig brings Brazilian street moves to DanceCleveland series by Zachary Lewis

Compagnie Kafig, coming to Playhouse Square Saturday on the DanceCleveland series, is a troupe of men from Brazil sporting a blend of hip-hop, Capoeira, acrobatics, and sheer physicality.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 12:00PM

Steppenwolf 2015-16 season includes new Tracy Letts play by Chris Jones

A new play by Tracy Letts, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "August: Osage County"; the regional premiere of Annie Baker's "The Flick"; a new Frank Galati adaptation of John Steinbeck's …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:00PM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Why Was “I Have Confidence” Written? Which James Bond Actor Almost Played Captain von Trapp? Learn t by Logan Culwell

Do you count raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens amongst your favorite things? You might just be a fan of "The Sound of Music," which is currently celebrating its 50th anniv…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:59AM

Steppenwolf announces 2015-2016 season by Hedy Weiss

Steppenwolf Theatre has announced its 2015-2016 subscription season which will mark the kickoff of the company's 40th anniversary. Among the productions to be produced will be a world premie…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 11:59AM

Why Was “I Have Confidence” Written? Which James Bond Actor Almost Played Captain von Trapp? The His by Logan Culwell

Do you count raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens amongst your favorite things? You might just be a fan of "The Sound of Music," which is currently celebrating its 50th anniv…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:59AM

Toby’s Dinner Theatre: Munsey Offers a ‘Big Comedy Hug’ by Norman Allen

On That Note! focuses on the individual artists who come together in the process of creating a work of musical theatre. This week, actor Lawrence Munsey uncovers the power of a long term act…

SOURCE: theatrewashington.org at 11:58AM

VIDEO: First Look - Ian McKellan in Teaser Trailer for MR. HOLMES by Movies News Desk

Miramax Films and Roadside Attractions has shared a teaser trailer for Bill Condon's MR. HOLMES, starring Ian McKellen, Laura Linney, and Milo Parker. Check it out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:58AM

Theatre’s “Broken Business Model”: An Open Letter to Dwayne Clarke, CEO by Melissahillman

Dear Mr. Clarke: I read the Stranger article about your play at ACT in Seattle. As a millionaire (billionaire?) CEO, it’s honestly touching that you wrote a play about your life-ch…

SOURCE: bittergertrude.com at 11:56AM

Donnybrook! by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 1961 (Kapp) This musical based on the movie The Quiet Man was a spirited but unsuccessful show. Donnybrook! did boast an excellent cast that included Susan Johnson, E…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 11:53AM

Will shows go on if snow goes on and on? by Peter D. Kramer

The show must go on, unless the snow goes on and on. Mother Nature—which has already forced the cancellation of at least a half-dozen rehearsals—could throw a slippery wrench int…

SOURCE: The Journal News at 11:48AM

TonyAwards.com to Live Stream 2015 Olivier Awards Nominations on March 9

We’ll webcast the nominations live at 8am ET Monday morning here at TonyAwards.com.

SOURCE: Tony Awards at 11:45AM

Diane Lane, a Child Star, Returns to the Theater Older, Wiser and Just as Gorgeous by Harry Haun

Diane Lane, a child star, returns to New York theater older, wiser and, annoyingly, just as gorgeous.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:43AM

A Doll’s Life by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 1982 (Original Cast Records! Bay Cities) A Doll’s Life is about what happened to Henrik Ibsen’s Nora after she slammed the door at the end of A Doll’s House. Be…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 11:42AM

Photos! Welcome New Revolutionaries, Innkeepers, Kids, Whores & More to Broadway’s Les Miserables by Broadway.com

The cast of Les Miserables welcomed a bevy of new cast members to their ranks on March 3, 2015! Click for photos of the new stars at Paramount Bar after their first performance.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:40AM

David Hallberg Out for American Ballet Theater’s Spring Season by Roslyn Sulcas

Mr. Hallberg, a principal dancer, is recovering from foot surgery last fall and will not perform.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:37AM

The Return of Puppet Hamlet! by Travis Bedard

I would wager that, when faced with a show you don’t know, you do something similar to the math I do. You cobble together the basic geometry of the show from the elements you do know.�…

SOURCE: 2AMT at 11:30AM

Claire Sweeney and Peter Duncan to star in UK tour of Hairspray by David Hutchison

Claire Sweeney and Peter Duncan have been cast in the national tour of Hairspray. Tony Maudsley and Brenda Edwards will also star

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:29AM

Gothic Fantasy Musical Nevermore Announces Off-Broadway Closing Date by Olivia Clement

New World Stages has announced that Nevermore - The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe will play its final performance Off-Broadway March 29.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:29AM

PHOTO CALL: The Fresh Faces of Les Miz; Broadway Revival Welcomes New Fantine, Marius, Eponine, Enjo by Matthew Blank

Tony and Oliver Award nominee Gavin Lee, Erika Henningsen, Rachel Izen, Brennyn Lark, Chris McCarrell and Wallace Smith took over principal roles in the Tony Award-nominated Broadway rev…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:27AM

Letters of the week by Catherine Gerbrands

Stage combat training, Actors' Church lav appeal and pronunciation corrected

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:26AM

Do I Hear a Waltz? by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast, 1965 (Columbia/Sony) Stephen Sondheim has often bad-mouthed Do I Hear a Waltz? — perhaps because it can’t compare to his trail-blazing hits, and also because Sond…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 11:24AM

Verona's Pushcart Players will present free performances in March

Verona's Pushcart Players New Jersey's award-winning theatre for young audiences, will present free performances of "Stone Soup and Other Stories" throughout March at various…

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 11:19AM

SEINFELD & Theater Star Daniel Von Bargen Dies at 64 by TV News Desk

Daniel von Bargen, best known for playing George Costanza's boss Mr. Kruger during the final season of NBC's SEINFELD, has pased away at the age of 64.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:19AM

A Choose-Your-Own-Adventure, Gender-Defying Staging of Macbeth Will Play NYC by Olivia Clement

The Manhattan Shakespeare Project will present the world premiere of Macbeth: The Unsex Me Here Project, in which audiences will be able to decide which actors portray which iconic character…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:15AM

NEVERMORE to Conclude Off-Broadway Run Later This Month by BroadwayWorld

NEVERMORE - The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe, a unique theatrical experience illuminating the haunting life story of iconic writer Edgar Allan Poe, will play its fi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:13AM

Video: Watch “Chappie” Press Conference, Featuring Hologram of Hugh Jackman by Andrew Gans

Tony Award winner Hugh Jackman, recently on Broadway in The River, took part in a Madrid press conference for the upcoming film "Chappie" Feb. 28.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM

Feature: A dynamic duo with Philip Ridley and David Mercatali by Mimi Launder

Image credit: Anna Soderblom With the banned Moonfleece, the hit Tender Napalm and the prestigious Scotsman Fringe First Award winner Dark Vanilla Jungle, writer Philip Ridley and director D…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 11:12AM

Preview: Chicago Inspired/Thodos Dance Chicago by Sharon Hoyer

RECOMMENDED Thodos Dance’s winter concert at the Harris gathers short rep pieces from a half dozen Chicago-based choreographers, including a new work by founder Melissa Thodos. The program…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 11:11AM

First Day of Rehearsals For ‘An American In Paris’ (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

The first day of rehearsals at The Palace Theatre for the cast of An American In Paris on Broadway! Previews begin March 13! Inspired by the Academy-Award winning film, An American in Paris …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 11:08AM

A Night on Broadway for New York City High School Students by Patrick Healy

Students from five high schools will perform Monday night at Broadway’s Imperial Theater as part of the first Shubert Foundation High School Theater Festival.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:05AM

Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up? by Michael Portantiere

Original Broadway Cast Members, 1985 (Bay Cities/Original Cast) No stars; not recommended. No matter how “informed” the writer of a review is, the critique is largely a matter of opinion…

SOURCE: castalbumreviews.com at 11:04AM

Sneak Peak Of Broadway’s ‘Finding Neverland’ (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

Get a sneak peak inside rehearsals for Broadway’s Finding Neverland! Previews begin March 15 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre! Based on the Miramax motion picture by David Magee,Finding Ne…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 11:04AM

Clowns and cosmos at La Jolla Playhouse by James Hebert

Spanish-language “Kikiricaja” takes the stage; 'Astronaut' continues tour

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 11:00AM

The Broadway Channel Acquired by Broadway Across America’s Parent Company

Key Brand Entertainment, the firm that owns a stable of theater-related companies including Broadway Across America and Broadway.com, has added one more to its portfolio with the acquisit…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:00AM

What the black/blue or gold/white dress debate means for your show. by Ken Davenport

They’re calling it “The Dress That Broke The Internet.” I’m talking of course about that blue and black dress . . . or is it gold and white . . . wait, hold on, it…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:00AM

Theatre News: Russell Tovey apologises for branding drama students 'effeminate'

The actor got in hot water on Twitter following comments in a recent interview

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:00AM

Theater News: Aladdin Tony Winner James Monroe Iglehart Set for Cabaret Performance

The Genie will also perform songs from Memphis and Spelling Bee.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Key Brand Entertainment, Parent Company of Broadway.com, Acquires The Broadway Channel by Broadway.com

Key Brand Entertainment has added The Broadway Channel to its family of theater companies, which includes Broadway.com. The media company creates Broadway-themed video for a vast number of o…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Tweeters Rejoice! Neil Patrick Harris, Anna Kendrick and Annoying Actor Friend Nominated for Best in by Michael Gioia

Neil Patrick Harris, Anna Kendrick and Internet parody Annoying Actor Friend are among the nominees for this year's Shorty Awards, honoring the best of social media.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:59AM

Nevermore—The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe Sets Closing Date Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

Nevermore—The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe will close off-Broadway on March 29. The musical play, which is written, composed and directed by Jonathan Christen…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:57AM

HONEYMOON IN VEGAS Star Tony Danza Set for 'Watch What Happens', 3/10 by TV News Desk

Bravo has announced that HONEYMOON IN VEGAS star Tony Danza will appear on 'Watch What Happens Live' on Tuesday, March 10th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:57AM

Theatre accused of elitism after charging £500 for stalls tickets to legendary comedian Mel Brooks' solo show

You can’t put a price on comedy as David Brent famously said in The Office – although it seems Delfont Mackintosh would disagree.

SOURCE: The Independent at 10:55AM

Director exits stage left to join the rude botanicals by Tabard

Tabard often wonders what the great and good of theatre do with their lives once they’re through with the industry.  Do they

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:55AM

Hold Your Peace! Going Bridal: Backstage at It Shoulda Been You with Sierra Boggess (Slightly) Delayed by Ryan McPhee

Here comes the bride…just a little later than expected! No, she doesn’t have cold feet. Just a trigger-happy finger on the “delete” button. Sierra Vloggess Boggess i…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:55AM

Things to see and do, March 4–14 by ArtsATL Staff

Always artful, the Atlanta Botanical Garden presents Orchid Daze: Pop! Floral displays inspired by Pop Art are on view in its orchid center through April

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 10:47AM

Zachary Quinto, Chris Pines Among Stars Attending Funeral of Leonard Nimoy by Movies News Desk

More than 300 people were in attendance at the funeral of actor Leonard Nimoy, held in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 1st.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:45AM

Rajiv Joseph’s ‘Guards at the Taj’ finds a home and stars by Joe Dziemianowicz

Rajiv Joseph’s “Guards at the Taj” stars Omar Metwally and Arian Moayed at the Atlantic Theater Company.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 10:43AM

Tickets Now On Sale For ‘Living On Love’ At The Box Office Of The Longacre Theatre by Broadway's Best Shows

Living on Love’s box office at the Longacre Theatre is now open for business! Be sure to stop by and get your tickets to see Living on Love starring Grammy Award winner Renée Fleming …

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 10:41AM

From Naked to Antigone: Juliette Binoche on stage – in pictures by Guardian Staff

Antigone at the Barbican, with Juliette Binoche in the lead role and directed by Ivo van Hove, is one of this year’s hottest tickets. Revisit the French star’s acclaimed career in the th…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:37AM

Piece of My Heart’s Zak Resnick Will Rock Rockwood With Joey Contreras at Free Concert by Michael Gioia

Zak Resnick, who starred as Bert Berns in the Off-Broadway musical Piece of My Heart, will join singer-songwriter Joey Contreras for a free Rockwood Music Hall concert March 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

MovieTickets.com to Sell Tickets for Regal Entertainment by Brent Lang

MovieTickets.com will sell tickets for Regal Entertainment Group, the country’s largest theater chain. As part of the pact, the online ticketer will service 572 theaters, boasting 7,35…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:34AM

UPDATE: Oprah Winfrey 'Working Closely on New Play' to Mark Broadway Debut by TV News Desk

In an email to The New York Times received Tuesday night, Scott Sanders, the Broadway producer who was organizing the revival, shared that he and Ms. Winfrey were now working closely on a ne…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:33AM

Broadway Green Alliance Forms New Contest for College Students by BroadwayWorld

The Broadway Green Alliance BGA has launched a new contest to honor and reward College Green Captains for creating greener productions on college campuses. Winners will have brought innovat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:27AM

PHOTO CALL: New John Kander Musical Kid Victory, Starring Sarah Litzsinger and Christiane Noll, Open by Krissie Fullerton

Kid Victory, the world-premiere musical from famed composer John Kander and playwright Greg Pierce, officially opened Feb. 28 following previews that began Feb. 17 at the Signature Theat…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:26AM

Photo Flash: There's a New Carole in Town- First Look at Chilina Kennedy in BEAUTIFUL! by BroadwayWorld

Award-winning Canadian actress Chilina Kennedy, who made her Broadway debut as 'Mary Magdalene' in Jesus Christ Superstar, has nabbed the title role in Beautiful-The Carole King Musical, the…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:17AM

Save Up to 45% to See Tyne Daly in IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU by Contests - Broadway

Tyne Daly, Harriet Harris, Sierra Boggess, and Lisa Howard in IT SHOULDA BEEN YOU. A New Musical by Brian Hargrove Book and Lyrics and Barbara Anselmi Music, directed by Tony-winner David Hy…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:16AM

Helen Mirren Compares British and American Audiences by Andrew Gans

At the recent Roundabout Theatre Company gala honoring Oscar winner Helen Mirren, who can currently be seen on Broadway reprising her role as Queen Elizabeth II in Peter Morgan's The Aud…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:15AM

ArtsBeat: Oprah Winfrey Won’t Join ”night, Mother’ on Broadway by Patrick Healy

Scott Sanders, a Broadway producer who was organizing the revival, said that he and Ms. Winfrey were now “working closely on a new play that would mark her Broadway acting debut.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:14AM

Oprah Winfrey Won’t Do Marsha Norman Play on Broadway by Patrick Healy

Scott Sanders, a Broadway producer who was organizing the revival, said that he and Ms. Winfrey were now “working closely on a new play" for her Broadway acting debut.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:14AM

Tony Awards preview: What is ahead for Best Musical Revival? by Gold Derby

There are only five shows in contention for Best Musical Revial at this year's Tony Awards. Just one is running (“On the Town”); one has closed (“Side Show”); and thr…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 10:10AM

LEADERSHIP CORNER: On Legacy Keeping and Leading from Within — FROM THE GREEN ROOM: Dance/USA's e-Journal by Lisa Traiger

Katherine Brown is executive director of New York City Ballet, and in that capacity oversees the management and administrative functions of the ballet and the David H. Koch Theater and manag…

SOURCE: www2.danceusa.org at 10:09AM

INTO THE WOODS' Meryl Streep Receives 'Best Villain' MTV Movie Award Nomination by Movies News Desk

MTV today revealed the nominees for the '2015 MTV Movie Awards.' INTO THE WOODS star Meryl Streep was among the nominees in the category of 'Best Villain' for her role of 'The Witch' in the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:08AM

Liverpool theatre’s mane man: Roger Hill by Sue Nelson

Many of Merseyside’s actors and musicians owe their careers to a man famed for sporting a magnificent mohican – or, in the guise of his brassy alter ego Mandy Romero, a blonde wig. David…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:04AM

Telly Leung on ‘The World of Extreme Happiness’, Sondheim, and His Love of Madonna by Jose Solis

From Glee to Godspell, and Pacific Overtures, Telly Leung has become one of the most beloved musical theatre actors of his generation, having lent his pristine voice to a varied array of cha…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 10:00AM

Dream Cast: How To Get Away With Murder by Spotted Staff

More than anything, when I see something I think could or should be a show, I love to speculate about who would play what roles. I love the way casting works and I love sticking my favorite,…

SOURCE: BroadwaySpotted at 10:00AM

Polls: Poll: Which book would you most like to see adapted for the stage?

To celebrate World Book Day on 5 March, we'd like to know which book you would most like to see adapted for the stage

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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See Which Broadway Stars Are Featured in Tribeca Film Festival Lineup by Andrew Gans

Twelve films have been announced for the World Narrative category in the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival, which runs April 15-26. Ninety-seven feature-length titles will be part of th…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, March 4, 2015 by Susan Grace

Today’s Highlights: * Jerry’s Girls, directed by Kate Golledge, featuring Anna-Jane Casey, Ria Jones and Sarah-Louise Young, opens at London’s St. James Studio. * 39th Humana Festiva…

SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:57AM

Abundance by Theasy.com

Abundance Off Broadway, Theatre Row's Beckett Theatre, TACT Reviewed by Shani R. Friedman BOTTOM LINE: A strong ensemble vividly portrays the pull and peril of female friendship in the unch…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 09:51AM

On Selfies vs. Self-Portraits and Universal Beauty vs. What I Find Beautiful (Beauty Class Portfolio Assignments) by Diane Ragsdale

  For those following the Beauty Class, this post is about the first two portfolio assignments. One of the primary methods of learning in this course is the creation of portfolios in w…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 09:48AM

Stories Round the Campfire by Amparo Garcia-Crow

(This post is part of the Audience (R)Evolution online salon curated by Caridad Svich for the TCG Audience (R)Evolution Convening in Kansas City, MO in 2015.) Having served previously as b…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 09:44AM

"Hir" by Arthur Dorman

"Hir," Mac Taylor's two-act play now at Mixed Blood Theatre, is a remarkable achievement, a melding of ideas, performance, direction, and design that is entertaining, disturbing, and though-…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 09:42AM

Alex Sharp Will Host Shubert Foundation's First High School Theatre Festival by BroadwayWorld

The first annual Shubert Foundation High School Theatre Festival for New York City Public Schools will take place on Monday, March 9 at Broadway's Imperial Theatre 249 West 45th Street at 70…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:41AM

Brightman waiting in the sky by Tabard

Everyone must have heard by now of Sarah Brightman’s plans to launch herself into space. The singer is now planning a 10-day

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:41AM

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 3/4/15- ANNIE GET YOUR GUN by Stage Tube

Today in 1999, Annie Get Your Gun opened at the Marquis Theatre, where it ran for 1045 performances.Annie Get Your Gun is a musical with lyrics and music written by Irving Berlin and a book …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:31AM

Photo Coverage: LES MISERABLES Welcomes New Leads at the Imperial Theatre! by Jennifer Broski

Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new production of Boublil amp Schonberg's Les Miserables just welcomed several new cast members for its second year on Broadway last night, March 3 at The Impe…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:26AM

Baby, It's Cold Outside - Frigid New York Festival, 2015 by Leah Richards

Erik: A Play About a Puppet Directed by Jerrod Bogard and Written by John Patrick Bray  Rising Sun Performance Company  Kraine Theater 85 E 4th St., New York, NY 10003 …

SOURCE: culturecatch.com at 09:26AM

Watch Judi Dench Demonstrate Bollywood Dance Move, “Wash the Dog, and Clap When It’s Over” by Andrew Gans

Dame Judi Dench, who can be seen in "The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel," was recently a guest on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon."

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:25AM

Hunter Parrish, Lance Bass & More to Guest in Amazon Original Series HAND OF GOD by BroadwayWorld

Amazon today announced Erykah Badu Black Dynamite, Lance Bass Hell amp Back, Hunter Parrish The Good Wife, Jon Tenney Scandal and Jacob Vargas Sons of Anarchy will guest star in the highly-a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:19AM

Laura Benanti stars in a 'a love letter to New York City' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- People recognize Laura Benanti on the street these days. They just don't know why....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 09:13AM

Apollo Theater to Celebrate 100th Birthday Billie Holiday by Sandi Durell

  The Apollo Theater in collaboration with Absolutely Live Entertainment will celebrate the 100th birthday of Billie Holiday with presentations honoring the late jazz and blues singer a…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 09:13AM

Publicist Says Maggie Smith Only Joking About DOWNTON ABBEY Exit by TV News Desk

On Tuesday, Milk Publicity, which represents the series, told the Associated Press that Smith's comments were meant to be taken lightheartedly

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:11AM

Review: The Royal Society of Antarctica/The Gift Theatre by Zach Freeman

The television series “Lost” followed people trapped on a tropical island. Primarily driven by character development, the series ran for six seasons. The Gift Theatre’s World Premiere …

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 09:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Photo Flash: First Look at The Wick's MAN OF LA MANCHA Starring George Dvorsky by BroadwayWorld

The Wick presents MAN OF LA MANCHA February 26 - March 28, 2015, starring George Dvorsky with Robert Anthony Jones and Alix Paige. Check out a first look below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:57AM

Third London Festival of Cabaret to Include Kerry Ellis, Jack Jones, Scott Alan, Janie Dee and More by Mark Shenton

The program for the third London Festival of Cabaret (LFoC), running April 28-May 11, will include appearances by Kerry Ellis, Jack Jones, Scott Alan with Cynthia Erivo, Janie Dee, Anita…

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:51AM

UMBC alum Robin Masella talks about her role in 'Chicago' at the Hippodrome by Chris Kaltenbach

The run of "Chicago" at the Hippodrome (now through Sunday) represents a homecoming of sorts for cast member Robin Masella, who plays Liz, the condemned prisoner who shot her husband after h…

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 08:48AM

"The Events" Doesn't Live Up to Its Billing by Broadway & Me

Every show is an event of some kind but The Events, the docudrama now playing at New York Theatre Workshop, promised to be a particularly special one. Inspired by the 2011 massacre of 77 peo…

SOURCE: Broadway & Me at 08:47AM

Fuse Dance Review: Where Minimalism Went by Arts Fuse Editor

Minimalism doesn't make narrative or emotional demands. It shows you a surface, and if there's anything below the surface, you draw your own conclusions.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 08:46AM

Great Lakes Theater's 'Dial "M" for Murder' gleams, but there's too little life beneath the surface sheen by Andrea Simakis

Though director Charles Fee delivers an elegant production buffed to a high shine, this "Dial 'M' " isn't as nimble as Knott's wily villain.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 08:43AM

Apollo Theater to Celebrate 100th Birthday of Blues Legend Billie Holiday by BroadwayWorld

The Apollo Theater will celebrate the 100th birthday of blues legend Billie Holiday with a series of special events.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:38AM

WAKE UP with BWW 3/4/2015 - 'HUNCHBACK' Swings Into Paper Mill and More! by Jessica Showers

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it Today's big news 'HUNCHBACK' swings into New Jersey and…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:31AM

American theaters' fascination with Wilson on display

Posters from productions throughout the U.S. are being exhibited at the Public's home in the Pittsburgh Cultural District.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 08:20AM

THE ACADEMY AWARDS to Return to Only Five Best Picture Nominees? by Movies News Desk

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is considering a return to selecting only five best picture nominees, a reversal in their current policy of choosing up to 10 films for the hi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:15AM

Readers recommend: songs to the power of two – results dance mix by Mnemonic

In part two of a special roundup covering a month-long double topic, RR regular Mnemonic follows Barbryn’s list with a two-step on the dance floor Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:15AM

Rupert Everett, Matilda the Musical headline upcoming Mirvish season by Edward Wilson

Rupert Everett, Matilda the Musical and A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder are just a few of the notable names coming to Toronto for Mirvish’s 2015–2016 season.

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 08:12AM

VIDEO: Watch CHAPPIE's Hugh Jackman Attend the First Ever Holographic Press Conference by Movies News Desk

Hugh Jackman recently attended the first-ever holographic press conference, along with Neil Blomkamp to discuss his newest role in CHAPPIE with the Sony Spain press.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:05AM

Review:Brooklynite at curtainup.com/ by Jon Magaril

Its band of heroes may not be at their best, but they eek out a minor victory in their major effort to fight the good fight with heart, humor, and exceptional skill. .

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 08:05AM

New York City Dreams by Edlyn Griffin

In the city of dreams, must all of our dreams have the same trajectory? In this tough world of artistry and politics, can one small city be the key to unlock all of our aspirations? Can one …

SOURCE: newmusicaltheatre.com at 08:04AM

Henning Wehn review – German comedy ambassador’s devilish reception by Brian Logan

Leicester Square theatre, LondonWehn dials down the Teutonic stereotypes to launch into material other comics might find too weighty – such as the farce of the London housing market Contin…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:04AM

Donald Marguiles's THE COUNTRY HOUSE Script Now Available by Pat Cerasaro

Get your copy of THE COUNTRY HOUSE now

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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The Redheads: Alicia Terri & Corky by Sandi Durell

    Review by Joe Regan Jr.     On Tuesday, March 3, two veteran singers, teamed up to give us “The Redheads: Alicia Terri & Corky” at the Metropolitan... The pos…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 07:53AM

VIDEO: Judi Dench Teaches Jimmy an Indian Dance Move on TONIGHT by TV News Desk

On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, guest Judi Dench teaches Jimmy an indian dance move and talks about her film Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and her love of the James Bond franchise.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:47AM

Mirvish Announces 2015-16 Season - MATILDA, GENTLEMEN'S GUIDE, Bonus Shows and More! by BroadwayWorld

In the 2015-16 season, David Mirvish will present 14 shows in Toronto, consisting of seven shows in the Mainstage Subscription Series, three in the Off-Mirvish Subscription Series and four s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:41AM

Mason at Mama’s in March by Sandi Durell

            Review by Joe Regan Jr.   Karen Mason, who opened the big room at Don’t Tell Mama 33 years ago with her long time... The post Mason at Mama&#…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 07:36AM

Ticket touts could face £5k bill under new laws by Georgia Snow

Secondary ticketing agents could face fines of up to £5,000 if they do not comply with new regulations set out in an amendment

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:07AM

Tameside Hippodrome takeover talks offer fresh hope for Manchester venue by Georgia Snow

Campaigners bidding to reopen Manchester’s Tameside Hippodrome are celebrating a major breakthrough after entering into negotiations with Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council – which…

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:03AM

Katie Colombus: Dance gets a manifesto, but it’s white noise in election year by Katie Colombus

Dance UK last week published its manifesto on dance – a paper put together by a group of MPs who have been

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00AM

BWW's On This Day - March 4, 2015

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on March 4 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:00AM

Art review: Sacramento, look closer at Jeff Koons’ work

Will the artwork for the new arena be a world class sculpture or an ironic put-on? … Click to Continue »

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 07:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Solace of the Road review – Siobhan Dowd’s novel is a runaway success on stage by Alfred Hickling

Derby theatreThe late author’s tale about a teenager who road-trips around Ireland under a false persona proves a great vehicle for Rebecca RyanSiobhan Dowd, who died of cancer in 2007 age…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:39AM

Manville and McAvoy will announce Olivier nods by Matthew Hemley

Lesley Manville and James McAvoy are to announce this year’s nominations for the Olivier Awards. The nominations will be revealed on March

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:36AM

Casting Announced for New U.K. Tour of Hairspray Announced by Mark Shenton

Casting has been announced for a new U.K. tour of Hairspray that will begin performances at Leicester's Curve Sept. 9, then embark on a 40-week nationwide tour.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:32AM

Olivier Award Nominations Will Be Live-Streamed March 9 by Mark Shenton

Nominations for the Olivier Awards 2015 with MasterCard are to be announced March 9 by Lesley Manville (winner of the 2014 Best Actress Olivier) and James McAvoy (currently starring in The R…

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:30AM

Obituary: Pamela Cundell by Michael Quinn

Family legend had it that Pamela Cundell was a distant relative of Henry Condell, the manager of the Lord Chamberlain’s Men theatrical

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:25AM

Cirque du Soleil Seeking a Broadway Home? by Robert Viagas

Cirque du Soleil, the Canada-based circus-style entertainment company, is looking to take over Broadway’s Lyric Theatre after the current tenant, On the Town, completes its run the…

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:17AM

Report: Cirque du Soleil Wants Lyric Theatre After On the Town by Robert Viagas

Cirque du Soleil, the Canada-based circus-style entertainment company, is looking to take over Broadway’s Lyric Theatre after the current tenant, On the Town, completes its run the…

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:17AM

Tena Stivicic wins Susan Smith Blackburn Prize by Agency

The playwright is now planning a new play for the National Theatre

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 06:07AM

Tony winners Matilda and Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder part of new Mirvish season by Richard Ouzounian

The Judas Kiss with Rupert Everett as Oscar Wilde is also part of 2014/15 playbill.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 06:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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It’s a courtroom debate brought to life in ‘Inherit the Wind’

The Barn Theatre of Montville will present “Inherit The Wind,” written by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee and directed by Todd Mills.

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 05:09AM

It’s down the ‘Rabbit Hole’ at Fine Arts Connection in Pine Brook

Fine Arts Connection, a performing arts studio in Pine Brook, will present its first main stage community theater play, “Rabbit Hole.”

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 05:09AM

Dover High School: Growing up in the Addams family is anything but ‘normal’

Dover High School will present its spring musical, “The Addams Family."

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 05:09AM

‘New York Spring Spectacular’ Brings High Kicks to Radio City Music Hall by William Grimes

The show, featuring the Rockettes and others, is a springtime counterweight to the theater’s Christmas program.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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NEWS: UKIP conference disturbed by dancing Nazis by James Lillywhite

A musical theatre production has disrupted the UKIP party conference by performing a number on a tank, dressed as Nazis. Cast members from The Producers turned up outside the Margate confer…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:52AM

There Will Be No Oprah “‘Night, Mother” On Broadway (“Too Depressing”) by Matthew Westphal

“Last February, The New York Times reported that talk show queen Oprah Winfrey was in talks to make her long-awaited Broadway debut in a revival of Marsha Norman’s Pulitzer Prize…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 04:04AM

Honour Bayes: Stop, collaborate and… challenge the artistic status quo? by Honour Bayes

An exciting new trend of collaborations between artists and academics is gaining traction across the country. Campus theatres like the Nuffield are

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:00AM

It’s time for audiences to be less uptight by Maddy Costa

‘Relaxed’ performances, aimed at people with disabilities and their carers, are few and far between – but they have benefits for all of us. The whole point of theatre is that disruptio…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Man’s Law or God’s Law? Sophocles’s Antigone: Heroine Or Criminal? by Matthew Westphal

“It is this tension that is at the heart of the play: which law trumps all others? For Creon, obeying the law of the land is the single most important thing we must do, as citizens. &#…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 03:35AM

What Department Gets Assigned Community Engagement? by Joe Patti

Who Is In Charge of Engagement? Someone comes up to you and says they really enjoyed the program they attended and want to spread the word to their friends and get them involved, to whom do …

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM

Simon Munnery on Mark Lamarr’s masterclass in handling hecklers by Simon Munnery

Comedy in the late 80s was a bear pit and Edinburgh’s Late’n’Live was as tough as they come. When Mark Lamarr went on stage, the place erupted – and then he demolished the crowdMark …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Chicago Theater Review: THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF ANTARCTICA (The Gift Theatre) by Barnaby Hughes

SMART DRAMA REVEALS POLAR ATTRACTION A world premiere production, Mat Smart’s The Royal Society of Antarctica at The Gift Theatre is easily one of the year’s best new plays. Smart, who w…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 02:34AM

Mark Shenton: An insider’s guide to Broadway on the web by Mark Shenton

You’re already in the best online place, of course, for all British theatre news, reviews and opinion by reading this on The

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Judges Named for Teacher Award To Be Given at Tonys by Robert Viagas

The Tony Awards and Carnegie Mellon University have named judges for the Theatre Education Award, which will recognize outstanding K-12 theatre teachers. The inaugural award will be give…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:08AM

Theater News: The Hunchback of Notre Dame Set to Make Its U.S. Premiere

The dramatic retelling of the famous love story begins performances tonight at Paper Mill Playhouse.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Bells Ring as Hunchback Swings Into Paper Mill Tonight by Carey Purcell

The Hunchback of Notre Dame, the new musical based on the Victor Hugo novel and animated Disney film, begins performances at the Paper Mill Playhouse March 4. Michael Arden, Patrick…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33AM

Baltimore Mayor Is Chicago Star Tonight by Andrew Gans

Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake makes her theatrical debut when she joins the cast of the national tour of the Tony-winning musical Chicago March 4 for a single performance …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33AM

PLAYBILL VAULT’S Today In Theatre History: MARCH 4 by David Gewirtzman and Anne Bradley, Ernio Hernandez and Robert Viagas

1922 Eugene O'Neill's drama The First Man describes the strange tale of a scientist who curses the unborn child in his wife's womb. The wife dies in childbirth and the child thr…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33AM

Box Office Opens Today for Broadway’s Living on Love, Starring Rene Fleming by Andrew Gans

The box office at the Longacre Theatre, which will soon be home to Joe DiPietro’s Living on Love, opens for business March 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33AM

THEIR FAVORITE THINGS: Little Women Star Maureen McGovern Shares Her Theatregoing Experiences by Andrew Gans

Playbill.com's feature series Their Favorite Things asks members of the theatre community to share the Broadway performances that most affected them as part of the audi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33AM

London Revival of Jerry’s Girls Opens Tonight, Starring Anna-Jane Casey by Mark Shenton

Anna-Jane Casey, Ria Jones and Sarah-Louise Young headline a London revival of the 1985 Broadway revue Jerry's Girls that celebrates the work of composer Jerry Herman and officia…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33AM

“One Life to Live” Award Winner to Sing Sondheim, Sara Bareilles and More On His New Album by Adam Hetrick

Nicholas Rodriguez, who made his Broadway debut in Tarzan and later went on to win a GLAAD Award for his performance on "One Life to Live," will release his debut solo album "…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33AM

Michael Arden, Patrick Page, Ciara Renee and More Return in THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, Beginning Tonight at Paper Mill by BroadwayWorld

Paper Mill Playhouse presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame which first played to rave reviews in La Jolla. Inspired by the classic Victor Hugo novel, The Hunchback of Notre Dame has a book by…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM

French Cinema by Barry

Rendez-vous with French Cinema, March 6-15: Special Events to Celebrate FSLC Series' 20th Anniversary               By: Ellis Nassour Film Society of Lincoln Center, presenter…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 12:28AM

PHOTO CALL: The Mystery of Love and Sex, Starring Diane Lane, Opens Off-Broadway by Joseph Marzullo

Academy Award nominee Diane Lane and Tony nominee Tony Shalhoub return to the New York Stage in Bathsheba Doran's The Mystery of Love & Sex, which officially opened Off-Broad…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM

Here's what's topping St. Louis Shazam charts

St. Louis' most-Shazamed tracks, brought to you exclusively by Go! Magazine and STLtoday.com.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 12:00AM

Boston playwright creates electric ‘Fence’ by Tenley Woodman, Tenley Woodman

Dorchester native Catherine O’Neill proves that indeed, there are second acts in American lives.The 56-year-old was a mayoral liaison during Thomas M. Menino’s administration, hosted her…

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 12:00AM

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Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
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