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Danny DeVito & Judd Hirsch to Lead Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre's THE SUNSHINE BOYS, Begin. 9/24
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 24, 2013


Two stars of the landmark television series 'Taxi,' Judd Hirsch and Danny DeVito, will reunite on the stage of the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles in Neil Simon's 'The Sunshine Boys,' directed by Thea Sharrock.

Mint Theater Honors George Morfogen at Annual Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 24, 2013


Mint Theater presents its Annual Gala Benefit, which will celebrate past productions and honor George Morfogen, long time Mint actor. The benefit, Playing Favorites, will take place this evening, June 24th at the Cosmopolitan Club (122 East 66th Street).

WOLVES, INTO THE WOODS and More Set for The Ringwald's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2013


Taking a cue from last season's artistically (and commercially!) successful 'Season of Family', the 2013/2014 Ringwald season also adheres to a theme: the power of words.

Bernadette Peters to Perform in Concert with the Pasadena POPS, 6/29
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2013


Tony award-winning singer, actress and American icon, Bernadette Peters performs with the Pasadena POPS for one night only on Saturday, June 29 at 7:30 pm at the Los Angeles Arboretum. The star of stage, film and television will sing from her extensive songbook including 'Let Me Entertain You' (Gypsy), 'No One Is Alone' (Into the Woods), 'Some Enchanted Evening' (South Pacific), 'Send in the Clowns' (A Little Night Music), 'Being Alive' (Company) plus signature songs from her illustrious career.

Review Roundup: Public Theater's VENICE
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 14, 2013


?Let's see what the critics had to say...

Review Roundup: REASONS TO BE HAPPY Opens Off-Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - Jun 11, 2013


MCC Theater's Reasons to be Happy, starring Leslie Bibb (Iron Man, ABC's 'GCB') and Jenna Fischer (NBC's 'The Office') making their New York City stage debuts opposite Josh Hamilton (The Coast of Utopia) and Fred Weller (MCC's Still Life and In a Dark Dark House), is Playwright-in-Residence Neil LaBute's new play, which LaBute will also direct. The show opens tonight, June 11, at the Lucille Lortel Theatre and runs through June 23, 2013. Let's see what the critics had to say...

Lyric Watch: Neil Patrick Harris' Bigger Opening Number!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2013


The casts of KINKY BOOTS, PIPPIN, MATILDA and many more shows and entertainers joined host Neil Patrick Harris on last night's broadcast of the 67th Annual Tony Awards on CBS. Below, we bring you the lyrics to his BIG opening number!

CUNY TV Hosts Pre-Tonys Marathon of THEATER TALK, ATW'S WORKING IN THE THEATRE and TIMESTALKS Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2013


In honor and anticipation of the Tony Awards ceremony this evening, June 9, CUNY TV will celebrate the Broadway theatre with an eight-hour marathon of 'Theater Talk,' 'ATW's Working in the Theatre,' and 'TimesTalks' programs from noon till 8 p.m. that day. Then the Tony Awards ceremony begins live on the CBS Television Network.

CUNY TV to Host Pre-Tonys Marathon of THEATER TALK, ATW'S WORKING IN THE THEATRE and TIMESTALKS, 6/9
by BWW News Desk - Jun 7, 2013


In honor and anticipation of the Tony Awards ceremony on Sunday evening, June 9, CUNY TV will celebrate the Broadway theatre with an eight-hour marathon of 'Theater Talk,' 'ATW's Working in the Theatre,' and 'TimesTalks' programs from noon till 8 p.m. that day. Then the Tony Awards ceremony begins live on the CBS Television Network.

Regional Theater of the Week: Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré in New Orleans, LA
by BWW Features - Jun 5, 2013


BroadwayWorld.com, the largest theatre site on the Internet, is excited to announce a new feature to its comprehensive regional coverage - the Featured Regional Theater of the Week! Each week, BWW will introduce its readers to a regional theater located in one of our (over 130!) coverage cities. By exploring these different venues, their history and showcasing the production seasons, BWW continues its commitment to expand our presence in communities and cities across the United States. This Week's Featured Regional Theater: Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre in New Orleans, LA

Mint Theater to Honor George Morfogen at Annual Gala, 6/24
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 4, 2013


Mint Theater (Jonathan Bank, Artistic Director) today announced their Annual Gala Benefit, which will celebrate past productions and honor George Morfogen, long time Mint actor. The benefit, Playing Favorites, will take place Monday evening, June 24th at the Cosmopolitan Club (122 East 66th Street).

Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces Season Program
by Devin MacDonald - Jun 3, 2013


Kansas City Actors Theatre unveils its Season 9 program

Review Roundup: O'Hara & Pasquale-Led FAR FROM HEAVEN
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 3, 2013


Let's see what the critics had to say...

Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre Opens Box Office Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2013


Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre will begin a new chapter in its history when its box office opens today for the first time in more than two years. The box office, located in the theatre's lobby at 616 Saint Peter Street, will open this Saturday, June 1 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. as tickets go on sale for Love, Loss and What I Wore directed by Carl Walker.

West Coast Premiere of THE DIVINE SISTER Opens Today at Diversionary Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 1, 2013


Diversionary Theatre's production of The Divine Sister and Off Broadway hit written by Charles Busch opens at San Diego's Diversionary Theatre on June 1, 2013.

Photo Flash: Stephen Sondheim Gives Backstage Praise to Cast of McCarter Theatre's INTO THE WOODS
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2013


Musical theatre icon Stephen Sondheim attended the McCarter Theatre production of Into the Woods as reimagined by Fiasco Theater last night, before posing with the cast after the show. Scroll down for a photo of the group backstage!

OTHER DESERT CITIES Closes Pittsburgh Public Theater's 2012-13 Season, Now thru 6/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2013


Pittsburgh Public Theater's highly successful MADE IN AMERICA season concludes with Jon Robin Baitz's Broadway sensation Other Desert Cities, nominated for the 2012 Tony Award for Best Play. Other Desert Cities is directed by Rob Ruggiero, whose recent Broadway credits include High starring Kathleen Turner and Looped starring Valerie Harper. He was last at The Public to direct Ella. Other Desert Cities runs tonight, May 30 - June 30, 2013 at the O'Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater's home in the heart of Downtown's Cultural District. For tickets call 412.316.1600 or visit ppt.org. The engagement of Helena Ruoti in this production has been generously supported by Richard W. Moriarty, M.D.

Sandra Bernhard, Lea DeLaria, & Scott Thompson to Star in SO OVER THE RAINBOW at Le Poisson Rouge, 6/29
by Tyler Peterson - May 29, 2013


Sandra Bernhard, Lea DeLaria, & Scott Thompson are set to star in SO OVER THE RAINBOW, for one night only on Saturday, June 29th at 8:00PM, at Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker Street. To purchase tickets: http://www.lepoissonrouge.com Tickets: $45-$35

McCarter Theatre Adds 6/9 Performance of INTO THE WOODS
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013


Due to popular demand, McCarter Theatre has announced one additional performance of its smash-hit production of Into the Woods as reimagined by Fiasco Theater Company. Thanks to sold-out houses, great reviews, and nightly standing ovations, McCarter had previously announced it had extended the run through the matinee performance on Sunday, June 9. But fans will get one more chance! This innovative new production of the Stephen Sondheim/James Lapine musical-theater classic must close after the added evening performance on Sunday, June 9 at 7:30pm.

Woodlawn Theatre's IN THE HEIGHTS Features the Sounds of Bombasta, Now thru 6/23
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2013


The historic Woodlawn Theatre presents the San Antonio Premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical In the Heights, tonight, May 24 through June 23, 2013. With a zesty score that skips from Latin pop to hip hop and back, the show is infused with simple, yet infectious joy....just like the barrio in which the story unfolds.

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