The Theater People Podcast Welcome Tony-Winner Lena Hall
by Theater People Podcast
- Oct 25, 2015
On Monday, October 26, the Theater People podcast welcomes Tony winner Lena Hall. Hall, who won her Tony Award for her gender bending performance as Yitzhak in the 2014 Broadway production of HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, shares stories of her ten-plus career as a working actor and musician in New York City.
TV Exclusive: THE BATTERY'S DOWN Reunites After Six Years; Watch Concert Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky
- Oct 25, 2015
After six long years, the wait is finally over! The musical web series THE BATTERY'S DOWN, which wrapped up its final season in late 2009, has returned for a reunion special (which aired on Hulu earlier this week) and a Joe's Pub concert, with performances from original cast members (and some very special guests). BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out highlights from the concert below!
Broadway Vets Set for 8th Annual LIVING FOR TODAY Concert at Joe's Pub
by Tyler Peterson
- Oct 19, 2015
LIVING FOR TODAY will present a benefit concert entitled LFT:R&H, on Sunday, October 25 at Joe's Pub (425 Lafayette St) beginning at 7PM. The concert is produced and directed by David Alpert (IF/THEN, The Trip to Bountiful, The Best Man) with music direction by Jason Wetzel (After Midnight). Tickets are $20; $40; and $75 (VIP seats which includes an after-show champagne toast with the company) and are available at www.joespub.com.
Murney, Umphress, Kaplan & More Set for Northeast Children's Theatre Company Fundraiser Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Oct 17, 2015
The Northeast Children's Theatre Company, a not-for-profit arts education organization, is proud to announce a star-studded lineup of entertainment for its 3rd Annual Broadway in Connecticut Gala. The fundraiser, set for tonight, October 17 in Connecticut, will feature an evening of music with Broadway stars Julia Murney (WICKED, THE WILD PARTY), Alysha Umphress (ON THE TOWN, AMERICAN IDIOT) and Adam Kaplan (NEWSIES). Special guest appearances by other Broadway stars will be announced at a later time.
Darren Criss Set to Host Dramatists Guild Fund's LUCKY STARS Gala
by Nicole Rosky
- Oct 16, 2015
Dramatists Guild Fund President Andrew Lippa and Executive Director Rachel Routh announce that actor, musician and Emmy-nominated composer, Darren Criss will host and perform at the annual gala Great Writers Thank Their Lucky Stars on October 26. Joining the previously announced line up are Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth honoring Stephen Schwartz and Mo Rocca honoring Laurence O'Keefe & Nell Benjamin.
Derek Klena, Brynn O'Malley, Lindsay Mendez & More Set for THE BATTERY'S DOWN Reunion Concert at Joe's Pub
by Nicole Rosky
- Oct 13, 2015
After six long years, the wait is finally over! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the musical web series The Battery's Down, which wrapped up its final season in late 2009, will return for a reunion special later this fall. The episode will premiere on Hulu October 20, along with a Joe's Pub concert that night with performances from original cast members (and some very special guests).
Ben Platt, Teal Wicks & More Join BROADWAY SINGS SARA BAREILLES Concert
by Nicole Rosky
- Oct 8, 2015
The full lineup of Broadway performers has now been announced for the next installment of theBroadway Sings concert series honoring Sara Bareilles. A cast of 20 Broadway stars will sing completely new arrangements of the singer-songwriter's greatest hits, including cast members from the pre-Broadway run of Bareilles' musical Waitress at American Repertory Theatre. The performers will be accompanied by a string orchestra playing original orchestrations.
Alysha Umphress Set for MARTY THOMAS PRESENTS DIVA at Industry Bar, 10/12
by Tyler Peterson
- Oct 7, 2015
Marty Thomas presents DIVA is a weekly show at Industry Bar in midtown Manhattan. Featuring a rotating cast of tremendous female vocalists, it is hosted and produced by Marty Thomas (XANADU, WICKED, THE SECRET GARDEN). DIVA celebrates fabulous female vocalists paying tribute to some of histories most over the top icons! The cast performs a brand new show every week with exciting new guests rotating. This weeks cast features Lisa Ramey, Courtney Hammond and Holly Ann Butler.
Ben Platt, Danny Burstein & More on Tap to Perform at Dramatists Guild Fund's Annual Gala
by Tyler Peterson
- Oct 7, 2015
Dramatists Guild Fund President Andrew Lippa and Executive Director Rachel Routh announce the lineup for the nonprofit's Gala, Great Writers Thank Their Lucky Stars being held on October 26 at Gotham Hall. The Gala is the most critical fundraising event for the Dramatists Guild Fund, the public charity arm of the Dramatists Guild of America. This very special evening pays tribute to legendary writers and recognizes their significant contributions to American theater.
Alysha Umphress, Joe Iconis & More Set for Music for Autism Benefit, 10/12
by Tyler Peterson
- Sep 29, 2015
On Monday, October 12, 2015, Music for Autism will hold a fundraiser at District CoWork NoMad. Featured performers include Broadway veteran, Cody Williams (On the Town, Cinderella, Memphis), Alysha Umphress (On the Town), Thayne Jasperson (Hamilton), and Joe Iconis and family. The event will feature cocktails and hors d'oeuvres and will run from 6:00-9:00pm, with the performance beginning at 7:15pm. Tickets begin at $75 and can be purchased in advance at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-musical-evening-benefiting-music-for-autism-tickets-2563832492 or at the door.
The Theater People Podcast Releases Part 2 of Laura Benanti Interview
by Theater People Podcast
- Sep 28, 2015
On Monday, September 28, the Theater People podcast welcomes back Tony-winner Laura Benanti for part 2 of her interview. The first part of the interview launched earlier this month. In this episode, Benanti discusses her work in the short-lived WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN for which the actress received her fourth Tony nomination. Benanti also discusses her television work including the hugely popular SOUND OF MUSIC LIVE!, NASHVILLE, and the upcoming SUPERGIRL. Additionally, she discussed working with the Radio City Rockettes in last year's SPRING SPECTACULAR, and writing her first book.
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