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Photo Coverage: MEAN GIRLS Cast Gets In Line for Tina Fey's Cheese Fries!
by Walter McBride - Oct 4, 2017


In honor of 'Mean Girls Day,' the August Wilson Theatre box office (245 West 52nd Street) just opened for sales. Just yesterday, in-person attendees were treated to show-branded swag and free cheese fries courtesy of Sweetery Brand's mobile food truck, plus a very special appearance by who else, but Tina Fey!

FREEZE FRAME: Say Cheese! Tina Fey Makes Special Appearance on MEAN GIRLS Day
by Walter McBride - Oct 3, 2017


In honor of 'Mean Girls Day,' the August Wilson Theatre box office (245 West 52nd Street) just opened for sales. This morning, in-person attendees were treated to show-branded swag and free cheese fries courtesy of Sweetery Brand's mobile food truck, plus a very special appearance by who else, but Tina Fey!

So Fetch! Tickets, Swag, Stars & More Set for 'Mean Girls Day' Today in NYC
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2017


Tickets for the Broadway premiere of Mean Girls, the new musical produced by Lorne Michaels, Stuart Thompson and Paramount Pictures based on the hit film, go on sale to the general public today, October 3, at 10:00 AM EST.

Up on the Marquee: MEAN GIRLS Struts to Broadway
by Walter McBride - Oct 2, 2017


Mean Girls will open on Broadway this spring at the August Wilson Theatre (245 West 52nd Street). Previews begin Monday, March 12, 2018 in advance of an official opening night of Sunday, April 8, 2018.

So Fetch! Tickets, Swag, Guest Appearances & More Set for 'Mean Girls Day' at the August Wilson Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017


Tickets for the Broadway premiere of Mean Girls, the new musical produced by Lorne Michaels, Stuart Thompson and Paramount Pictures based on the hit film, go on sale to the general public next Tuesday, October 3 at 10:00 AM EST.

VIDEO: Rachel McAdams is Hoping for an Invitation to See MEAN GIRLS: THE MUSICAL
by Julie Musbach - Sep 10, 2017


Rachel McAdams, had a hefty career before her role in Mean Girls, but the Tina Fey helmed film certainly catapulted her over the top. Now the star tells Entertainment Weekly she can't wait to see the musical reincarnation. See what else she has to say below!

VIDEO: Regina, Gretchen & Karen Get Ready to Take Over Broadway for MEAN GIRLS!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 11, 2017


Mean Girls, the new musical produced by Lorne Michaels, Stuart Thompson and Paramount Pictures based on the hit film, will open on Broadway this Spring at the August Wilson Theatre (245 West 52nd Street). Previews begin Monday, March 12, 2018 in advance of an official opening night of Sunday, April 8, 2018.

You Can't Sit With Them... Meet the Plastics of MEAN GIRLS on Broadway!
by Alan Henry - Sep 6, 2017


As BWW just announced, the highly anticipated stage adaptation of MEAN GIRLS will begin previews next spring on March 12 and open April 8 at the August Wilson Theater.  Meet the cast of the Broadway production below - as we round up performances for each of the plastics and more!

VIDEO: It's Gonna Be Grool! Tina Fey Shares Excitement Over Broadway-Bound MEAN GIRLS
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 6, 2017


As BWW just announced, the highly anticipated stage adaptation of MEAN GIRLS will begin previews next spring on March 12 and open April 8 at the August Wilson Theater. Today, Tina Fey turned to Twitter to share her excitement over the Broadway-bound production.

So Fetch! MEAN GIRLS Sets Opening Date and Theater on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2017


Mean Girls, the new musical produced by Lorne Michaels, Stuart Thompson and Paramount Pictures based on the hit film, will open on Broadway this Spring at the August Wilson Theatre (245 West 52nd Street).

Understudies from PRINCE OF BROADWAY, BANDSTAND, SPAMILTON and More Set for AT THIS PERFORMANCE... This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Aug 24, 2017


Stephen DeAngelis continues his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with its next edition of AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to be held on Sunday, August 27th at the series' new home, The Green Room 42, Green Fig, Fourth Floor, Yotel NYC, 570 Tenth Avenue (at 42nd Street), New York, NY 10036 at 9 PM.

Up On The Marquee: Get in Loser, MEAN GIRLS is Starting
by Walter McBride - Aug 7, 2017


You can't sit with them, but you can sit in the theatre and watch. MEAN GIRLS is up on the marquee at the National Theatre in Washington, DC, check it out below!

Broadway Celebrates 10th Anniversary of High School Musical 2
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 2, 2017


Christopher Rice (Broadway's The Book of Mormon) directs this larger than life music video featuring songs from the hit Disney Channel Original Movie. High School Musical 2 debuted on television 10 years ago and it's time to relive your favorite moments from the film with this brand new tribute video. Featuring Direction by Rice, Broadway performers from Newsies, A Bronx Tale, Mean Girls, Amelie, Aladdin, and more come together to rock out Kenny Ortega's iconic steps from the film along with brand new choreography by Christopher Rice and Audra Bryant! You'll have a FABULOUS time! Check it out!

Erika Henningsen, Taylor Louderman, Ashley Park and Kate Rockwell to Play 'The Plastics' in Broadway-Bound MEAN GIRLS Musical; Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 27, 2017


Producers Lorne Michaels and Stuart Thompson have announced casting for the world premiere of the Broadway-bound new musical Mean Girls with a book by nine-time Emmy Award winner Tina Fey, based on her screenplay for the Paramount Pictures film; music by three-time Emmy Award winner Jeff Richmond; and lyrics by Tony Award nominee Nell Benjamin. Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw directs and choreographs.

Understudies from HELLO, DOLLY!, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, ANASTASIA, HAMILTON and More Slated for July AT THIS PERFORMANCE...
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2017


Stephen DeAngelis continues his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with its next edition of AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to be held on Monday, July 10th at the series' new home, The Green Room 42, Green Fig, Fourth Floor, Yotel NYC, 570 Tenth Avenue (at 42nd Street), New York, NY 10036 at 8 PM.

Grand Theatre Announces Casting for Upcoming Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 29, 2017


The Grand Theatre is thrilled to announce an extraordinary line-up of local and national, returning and debuting artists in the 2017/18 Season. The season features a stunning artistic presence including Tara Rosling, Benedict Campbell, Catherine Joell MacKinnon and Daniel Williston. In addition, the Grand welcomes nationally and internationally renowned directors including Peter Hinton, Tracey Flye, Carey Perloff, and the Grand's Artistic Director Dennis Garnhum, who makes his Grand directing debut in his first season. Single tickets go on sale Tuesday July 4, 2017.

Photo Coverage: Stephen Karam's SPEECH & DEBATE Celebrates NYC Premiere!
by Walter McBride - Apr 3, 2017


The Broadway community celebrated the red carpet premiere of SPEECH & DEBATE featuring Janeane Garofalo, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Kal Penn, Roger Bart, and Jeremy Rowley last night, April 2.

Hannah Elless and Ben Cook Join 54 SINGS ED SHEERAN, Full Cast
by Julie Musbach - Mar 24, 2017


Hannah Elless (Bright Star) and Ben Cook (Tuck Everlasting, Newsies) have joined the cast of 54 Sings Ed Sheeran at Feinstein's/54 Below on Wednesday, April 26th.

VIDEO: First Look - Tate Donovan Guest Stars on Next Episode of LAW & ORDER: SVU
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 23, 2017


On the next episode of LAW & ORDER: SVU on NBC titled 'Net Worth',  top-level investment banker (Peregrym) accuses her billionaire client of rape (guest star Tate Donovan).

Music Series Concert at The Black Box to Feature Violinists
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2017


THE BLACK BOX New England Artist Series presents violinists Irina Fainkichen and Tara Novak in "World on a String" on Sunday, February 26, at 4 p.m. Fainkichen and Novak will be joined by bassist Mark Poniatowski, drummer Kenny Hadley and pianist Ben Cook. The program will feature music from around the world, including Irish, Hungarian, Romanian, American and gypsy tunes. Tea service will be available in the lobby.

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