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Michael Dale After 20-odd years singing, dancing and acting in dinner theatres, summer stocks and the ever-popular audience participation murder mysteries (try improvising with audiences after they?ve had two hours of open bar), Michael Dale segued his theatrical ambitions into playwriting. The buildings which once housed the 5 Off-Off Broadway plays he penned have all been destroyed or turned into a Starbucks, but his name remains the answer to the trivia question, "Who wrote the official play of Babe Ruth's 100th Birthday?" He served as Artistic Director for The Play's The Thing Theatre Company, helping to bring free live theatre to underserved communities, and dabbled a bit in stage managing and in directing cabaret shows before answering the call (it was an email, actually) to become BroadwayWorld.com's first Chief Theatre Critic. While not attending shows Michael can be seen at Citi Field pleading for the Mets to stop imploding. Likes: Strong book musicals and ambitious new works. Dislikes: Unprepared celebrities making their stage acting debuts by starring on Broadway and weak bullpens.




VIDEO: ALLEGIANCE's George Takei Explains Why Internment Was Not Remembered
VIDEO: ALLEGIANCE's George Takei Explains Why Internment Was Not Remembered
February 3, 2016

The actor/activist talks about decisions made by those who suffered internment not to pass on their stories.

Sweden's First Major Production of A RAISIN IN THE SUN Addresses Country's Growth of Racism
Sweden's First Major Production of A RAISIN IN THE SUN Addresses Country's Growth of Racism
February 3, 2016

African-Swedish actors explain the play's current relevance in their country.

Is Broadway The Social Media's New 'Wild West'?
Is Broadway The Social Media's New 'Wild West'?
February 3, 2016

a huge number of Broadway fans use social media to talk about their favorite shows but how influential is it in generating sales?

Script Change Leads To Italian Actor Raphael Schumacher In A Coma After Hanging Scene Goes Wrong
Script Change Leads To Italian Actor Raphael Schumacher In A Coma After Hanging Scene Goes Wrong
February 5, 2016

Police investigation after audience member believed to be a medical student sees body tremors.

Republican Presidential Hopeful Senator Ted Cruz Sings Broadway To Relieve Stress
Republican Presidential Hopeful Senator Ted Cruz Sings Broadway To Relieve Stress
February 3, 2016

Don't be surprised if you spot the Texas Senator making a campaign stop at Marie's Crisis.

Museum Of The City Of New York Explores Hamilton and Friends: Portraiture in Early New York
Museum Of The City Of New York Explores Hamilton and Friends: Portraiture in Early New York
February 3, 2016

An evening exploring how men like Alexander Hamilton used portraits to craft a public image.

Stay Healthy Broadway Style: How Michael Cerveris, Ana Villafañe, David Furr and Cynthia Erivo Avoid Sick Days
Support Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene: Bid On HAMILTON Tickets and a Voicemail Message From Lin-Manuel Miranda
Support Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene: Bid On HAMILTON Tickets and a Voicemail Message From Lin-Manuel Miranda
February 2, 2016

Support the New York State Psychiatric Institute's Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene at Columbia University with a winning bid.

VIDEO FLASHBACK: It's Groundhog Day!  Celebrate With Robert Morse and Rudy Vallee
VIDEO FLASHBACK: It's Groundhog Day! Celebrate With Robert Morse and Rudy Vallee
February 2, 2016

It wasn't mere coincidence that Rudy Vallee was singing a college fight song in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING.

BWW Review: THE GLORY OF THE WORLD; It's Not You, It's Mee
BWW Review: THE GLORY OF THE WORLD; It's Not You, It's Mee
February 2, 2016

Charles Mee's latest abstract piece was inspired by Trappist monk author, Thomas Merton.

Dolly Parton's Lumberjack Adventure Dinner & Show Set To Open in May 2016
Dolly Parton's Lumberjack Adventure Dinner & Show Set To Open in May 2016
February 1, 2016

The new dinner theatre will be the 4th Parton-owned entertainment venue in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

VIDEO: Broadway Legend John Cullum Considers Autobiographical One-Man Show
VIDEO: Broadway Legend John Cullum Considers Autobiographical One-Man Show
February 1, 2016

Celebrating his 60th year on the New York stage in 2016, Cullum certainly has many tales to tell.

NYC Cultural Affairs Study Reveals Lack of Staff Diversity In City's Cultural Nonprofits
NYC Cultural Affairs Study Reveals Lack of Staff Diversity In City's Cultural Nonprofits
February 1, 2016

Over 75% of staff positions in New York's nonprofit theatres are held by white employees.

You Won't Believe What Matthew Morrison Did Throughout The Run Of FINDING NEVERLAND
You Won't Believe What Matthew Morrison Did Throughout The Run Of FINDING NEVERLAND
February 1, 2016

Some people collect stamps. Some collect coins. But Matthew Morrison isn't just some people.

VIDEO: OUR MOTHER'S BRIEF AFFAIR'S Linda Lavin Talks Of What Children Don't Suspect
VIDEO: OUR MOTHER'S BRIEF AFFAIR'S Linda Lavin Talks Of What Children Don't Suspect
February 1, 2016

The celebrated actor was attracted to Richard Greenberg's new play because it addresses women who are not identified as anything but mothers.

VIDEO: Viola Davis at SAG Awards: 'Diversity Is Not A Trending Topic'
VIDEO: Viola Davis at SAG Awards: 'Diversity Is Not A Trending Topic'
February 1, 2016

The acclaimed actor speaks out about not accepting casting limitations and on always finding ways to be excellent.

VIDEO: Sutton Foster Teaches New Zealand Students That Broadway Is 'Very Attainable'
VIDEO: Sutton Foster Teaches New Zealand Students That Broadway Is 'Very Attainable'
January 29, 2016

While performing a concert in Christchurch, New Zealand, the Broadway star takes time to tutor young talent.

VIDEOS: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Annoys His MODERN FAMILY Cast-Mates Prepping 40 Characters For FULLY COMMITTED
VIDEOS: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Annoys His MODERN FAMILY Cast-Mates Prepping 40 Characters For FULLY COMMITTED
January 29, 2016

A fun series of videos has the stage and television star getting on his co-workers' nerves.

FLASH FRIDAY: GREASE Broadway Originals Barry Bostwick and Carole Demas Rock Out To 'Summer Nights'
FLASH FRIDAY: GREASE Broadway Originals Barry Bostwick and Carole Demas Rock Out To 'Summer Nights'
January 29, 2016

Broadway's original Sandy and Danny were brought back together thirteen years after their 1972 opening.

VIDEO:  Zachary Quinto Is A Footnote And A Fetus In Noah Haidle's SMOKEFALL
VIDEO: Zachary Quinto Is A Footnote And A Fetus In Noah Haidle's SMOKEFALL
January 29, 2016

Magical realism collides with manic vaudeville in MCC's newest offering



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