Thursday, November 30, 2023

14 things to do in the Seattle area this weekend by Sarah-Mae McCullough

From kicking off ski season or enjoying a night on the town to staying home with a good film, here's the latest on local things to do.

SOURCE: www.seattletimes.com at 04:00PM
Thursday, November 9, 2023

ON THE TOWN WITH CHIP DEFFAA… AT CONCERTS HONORING BETTY BUCKLEY AND TONY BENNETT by Chip Deffaa, Editor-At-Large

This fall, I saw two of the most rewarding tribute-type concerts I’ve seen in recent years—one a glittering (if overlong), star-filled salute to “the Voice of Broadway,” Betty Buckl…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 01:47PM

Regent’s Park Open Air theatre appoints Drew McOnie as artistic director by Chris Wiegand

McOnie – who choreographed Jesus Christ Superstar, On the Town and Carousel – takes over from Tim Sheader Regent’s Park Open Air theatre in London has appointed Drew McOnie as its new …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:32AM
Friday, October 27, 2023

Max Clayton will Join Chicago as Fred Casely by Ruthie Fierberg

Chicago is welcoming Max Clayton to the cast. Clayton will take over the role of Fred Caseley beginning on November 6 at the Ambassador Theatre. He will replace Marty Lawson, who will become…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:07PM

Bradley Cooper Selects Music From WEST SIDE STORY, CANDIDE & More For MAESTRO Soundtrack

The soundtrack for Maestro is set for release in November, featuring music from West Side Story, Candide, On the Town, and more. All the music in the film was chosen by Bradley Cooper, and …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:25AM
Tuesday, October 24, 2023

40 Years of Broadway: Big Trends: Does Size Matter? by JK

40 Years of Broadway: Big Trends: Does Size Matter? It seems fitting that the two current longest-running shows on Broadway are Chicago and The Lion King, when considering the trends we a…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:04AM
Wednesday, September 27, 2023

HOW I GOT INTO ROBERT PRESTON’S “MUSIC MAN”COSTUME by Ron Fassler

Modeling Raoul Pène Du Bois “76 Trombones” costume, built for Robert Preston in “The Music Man” in 1957.September 27, 2023: Theatre Yesterday and Today, by Ron Fassler By chance l…

SOURCE: ronfassler.medium.com at 07:31AM
Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Off- Broadway Update by Barry Gordin

Iguana Revival with Eclectic Cast By: David Sheward September 20, 2023: La Femme Theater Productions will present an Off-Broadway revival of Tennessee Williams' The Night of the Iguana, …

SOURCE: theaterlife at 09:03AM
Tuesday, September 5, 2023

5 Unique Hotels Near Broadway in NYC

New York may be “the city that never sleeps,” but if you’re visiting here, chances are you’re going to have to get a few winks in between your day's sightseeing and nights out on the…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 04:00PM
Thursday, August 31, 2023

'So You Think You Can Dance' Winners: Who Outdanced the Rest and What They Won

... and, according to the website Playbill.com, another got the opportunity to join the cast of the Broadway revival of On the Town.

SOURCE: Google at 03:43PM
Tuesday, August 29, 2023

40 Years of Broadway: 1983-1993: Favorite Songs and Scores by JK

40 Years of Broadway: 1983-1993: Favorite Songs & Scores Still looking at that first decade (August 20, 1983 - August 19, 1993), I've been thinking of my favorite songs and scores from…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:37AM
Monday, August 21, 2023

The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal: 8/19/23 - Colin Donnell, Will Swenson and More by Broadway.com

Be on the lookout for The Broadway Show, the only nationally syndicated weekly theater news program, on your local TV station. Featured this week: - Broadway.com Editor-in-Chief Paul Wont…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:49AM
Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Celebrate The Shark Is Broken, Hear From Annaleigh Ashford and More on The Broadway Show by Broadway.com

Before The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal airs nationwide this weekend, we're offering a first look at the episode. Hosted by Emmy winner Fadal, this episode will air in New York City on…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:55PM
Monday, August 7, 2023

At This Theatre: The Imperial by JK

One of my favorite things about the Imperial Theatre is that long, skinny lobby with its elegant marbled walls and fancy wall sconces. From there, you enter the theater, and make a turn and…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 06:49AM
Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Betty Who, Phillip Boykin to Join Hadestown by Caitlin Hornik

Two new company members will join Hadestown on Broadway in September. Pop music sensation Betty Who will take on the role of Persephone and Tony Award nominee Phillip Boykin will play Hades …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:49AM
Wednesday, June 28, 2023

ON THE TOWN WITH CHIP DEFFAA… WITH MATTHEW BRODERICK, HARVEY MILK, AND HARRY HOUDINI…. by Chip Deffaa, Editor-At-Large

As a lover of the performing arts, I’ll remember this month as when I witnesseed Matthew Broderick give one of the finest, subtlest performances of his career. I’ll remember, too, the u…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 07:54AM
Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Review Roundup: Krysta Rodriguez, Nik Alexander & More Star in CABARET at Barrington Stage

Barrington Stage Company's 2023 season opener, Cabaret (June 18-July 8), is now on stage. The production stars Krysta Rodriguez (NBC's 'Smash,' Broadway's Into the Woods revival, The Collab…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:07PM
Sunday, May 14, 2023

On The Town with Chip Deffaa: At “New York, New York,” “Some Like It Hot,” and Seth Sikes & Nicholas King’s Nightclub Act by Chip Deffaa, Editor-At-Large

In the last few weeks I feel like I’ve been stepping back in time—in a nice way.   I’ve enjoyed seeing the new Broadway musicals "New York, New York" (set in 1946-47) and (with some …

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 06:41PM
Tuesday, May 9, 2023

On the Town with Chip Deffaa: “As You Like It” On Stage and “Banded Together” In the Movies by Chip Deffaa, Editor-At-Large

Each was an individual; I liked hearing all of the different voices and accents and inflections. Each one brought his or her own personality to the work.   But—and this is a compliment--…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 10:43PM

On the Town

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Saturday, April 29, 2023

Broadway Jukebox: 75 Songs About New York City

Enjoy songs from musicals like: On the Town, Newsies, Avenue Q, West Side Story, Guys and Dolls, Wonderful Town, Hello, Dolly!, In the Heights, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Company, Merrily We …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM
Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Broadway Celebrates Earth Day! | Stars in the House, 4/22/23 @ 10 AM ET by Stars In The House

Broadway Celebrates Earth Day! Broadway stars are taking the stage at the crossroads of the world to demand climate action this Earth Day. The second annual Broadway Celebrates Earth Day con…

SOURCE: YouTube at 03:55PM
Friday, April 14, 2023

Broadway Celebrates Earth Day! | Stars in the House, 4/22/23 @ 10 AM ET by Stars In The House

Broadway Celebrates Earth Day! Broadway stars are taking the stage at the crossroads of the world to demand climate action this Earth Day. The second annual Broadway Celebrates Earth Day con…

SOURCE: YouTube at 09:24PM
Thursday, April 13, 2023

NEW YORK, NEW YORK Cast to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Tomorrow

The company of New York, New York will perform on Good Morning America tomorrow, April 14. NEW YORK, NEW YORK stars Colton Ryan (Girl From The North Country, Hulu's 'The Girl From Plainville…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:18PM
Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Robin de Jesús at Broadway Backwards 2014 by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

Broadway Backwards is the perfect night on the town. Get your tickets before they're gone. #BroadwayBackwards is back on Monday, March 13. Click our bio link for tickets. http://bit.ly/3…

SOURCE: YouTube at 04:54PM
Saturday, February 11, 2023

On the Town with Chip Deffaa at Anthony Rapp’s “Without You” by Chip Deffaa, Editor-At-Large

Rapp’s show—directed by Steve Maler, with musical direction/orchestrations by Daniel A. Weiss (who was the associate conductor/second keyboards player of the original Broadway production…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 01:40PM
Sunday, January 1, 2023

On the Town with Chip Deffaa: From Anatevka to Wales by Chip Deffaa, Editor-At-Large

"Fiddler"--brilliantly directed by Joel Grey—is an unusually impactful production. It’s emotionally rich, moving, and timeless. And wholly believable.  They had me from the first words …

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 10:34PM
Friday, December 16, 2022

Musical Theatre Was the Best Gift My Mother Ever Gave Me - How a Broadway birthday tradition shaped my life by Daniel Guss

How a Broadway birthday tradition shaped my life --- They say a mother always knows. Even before a boy comes to realize he is "that way," it will be evident to his mother that he is destined…

SOURCE: TDF at 12:00AM
Tuesday, December 13, 2022

On the Town with Chip Deffaa: At the Museum of Broadway by Chip Deffaa, Editor-At-Large

Everyone who loves theater owes a debt of gratitude to Julie Boardman and Diane Nicoletti.  About five years ago, they got the idea of creating a museum in the theater district, dedicated t…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 04:25PM
Monday, December 5, 2022

On the Town with Chip Deffaa: “Hoagy Carmichael’s Stardust Road”… Carmichael deserves better by Chip Deffaa, Editor-At-Large

Boy! This is going to be a tough review to write.  The York Theatre Company, which has such a strong track record when it comes to honoring important songwriters, is currently presenting a …

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 11:12AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater