Barry Manilow News

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MANILOW ON BROADWAY, Barry Manilow's new concert show at the St. James Theatre, has released the following statement.

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MANILOW ON BROADWAY, Barry Manilow's new concert show at the St. James Theatre, has released the following statement.

Grammy Award-winning superstar Barry Manilow's hometown concert event, Manilow on Broadway, began its limited Broadway engagement on January 18, 2013, at the St. James Theatre, and is set to open tonight, January 24, 2013. Check out phots from inside the theatre's merchandise booth below!

On doctors' orders, tonight's performance of MANILOW ON BROADWAY has been rescheduled. A makeup performance has been added on Wednesday, February 27 at 7:00 pm to accommodate ticketholders. Barry thanks everyone for their understanding and is looking forward to returning to the stage of the St. James for tomorrow's opening night performance….Come hell or high water!

As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, Barry Manilow postponed last night's performance of Manilow on Broadway, playing at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street) due to illness. Now according to the New York Times, Manilow has been cleared by his doctor to return to the stage tonight.

The music icon met the press earlier yesterday, where he chatted with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge about the importance of musical theatre throughout his life, how it influenced his career, and more! Plus we take you inside the unveiling of Manilow Way on 44th Street. Check out what he had to say below!

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According to his official Facebook page, Barry Manilow has postponed tonight's performance of Manilow on Broadway, playing at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street). It reads: 'With deep apologies, and due to a sudden case of bronchitis, tonight's show will be postponed until February 26th. Mr. Manilow can be found on the Brooklyn Bridge, getting ready to jump. (JK)'

The City of New York has honored Grammy Award-winning superstar (and Brooklyn native) Barry Manilow with his very own street. In a ceremony performed earlier today, Todd Asher, Deputy Commissioner of the New York City Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment (and self-professed 'Fanilow'), unveiled a new street sign dubbing the West 44th Street at 7th Avenue 'MANILOW WAY.' The corner is mere steps from the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street) where Manilow began a special Broadway concert series, Manilow on Broadway, last Friday, January 18. The limited Broadway engagement was recently extended and will now play through Saturday, February 23, 2013. Check out full photo coverage from the big unveiling below!

Grammy Award-winning superstar Barry Manilow's hometown concert event, Manilow on Broadway, began its limited Broadway engagement on January 18, 2013, at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street). Opening Night is set for Thursday, January 24, 2013. The music icon met the press earlier today, where he had a special chat with Jujamcyn Theaters' Jordan Roth about his concert return to the Great White Way. Check out photo coverage from the festivities below!

Grammy Award-winning superstar Barry Manilow's hometown concert event, Manilow on Broadway, began its limited Broadway engagement on January 18, 2013, at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street). Opening Night is set for Thursday, January 24, 2013. In recognition of the current production, a street corner at West 44th & 7th Avenue was renamed 'Barry Manilow Way,' beginning today, January 22. Check out a photo preview from the big unveiling below!

Grammy Award-winning superstar Barry Manilow's hometown concert event, Manilow on Broadway, began its limited Broadway engagement on January 18, 2013, at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street). Opening Night is set for Thursday, January 24, 2013. The music icon met the press earlier today, where he had a special chat with Jujamcyn Theaters' Jordan Roth about his concert return to the Great White Way. Check out what he had to say below!

Below, check out a promo for Barry Manilow's upcoming appearance on KATIE, January 23, when he will perform his classic hit songs and talk about his Broadway show MANILOW ON BROADWAY!

Jim Speake has scheduled another performance of his acclaimed show, 'Jim Speake Sings Til The Cows Come Home' for Saturday, February 23rd 2013 at 5pm at Don't Tell Mama.

The NY Daily News reports that Barry Manilow was 'absolutely floored' to hear that New York City officials planned to name a street corner of Manhattan after him. The legendary singer called the news the 'biggest honor' he has ever received.

In preparation for the Broadway-bound concert, BroadwayWorld brings you some of our favorite Manilow performances which include songs from Babes in Arms, Gypsy, Company, Les Miserables, and even his own musical, Harmony. Check them out below!