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Date of Death: April 18, 1964 (70)

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TV: The Train Has Arrived! Watch Highlights from ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 13, 2015


All Aboard! BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you a first look at highlights from ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY below! Check them out and then join us on Sunday night for our LIVE Review Roundup as the show officially opens for critics.

TV: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY with Osnes, Fontana & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 13, 2015


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of On the Twentieth Century now technically opens on Sunday, March 15, 2015, as a result of Peter Gallagher missing a week of performances due to a sinus infection. Sickness didn't stop the show however, and the company celebrated their opening on the originally planned March 12- last night! BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was on the red carpet, and below, you can check out interviews with Laura Osnes, Santino Fontana, Vanessa Williams, Victor Garber, and more!

Photo Coverage: ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Cast Takes Opening Night Bows!
by Walter McBride - Mar 13, 2015


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of On the Twentieth Century now technically opens on Sunday, March 15, 2015, as a result of Peter Gallagher missing a week of performances due to a sinus infection. Sickness didn't stop the show however, and the company celebrated their opening on the originally planned March 12- last night! Check out photos from the curtain call below!

Photo Coverage: All Aboard! ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Celebrates Opening Night Early!
by Linda Lenzi - Mar 13, 2015


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of On the Twentieth Century now technically opens on Sunday, March 15, 2015, as a result of Peter Gallagher missing a week of performances due to a sinus infection. Sickness didn't stop the show however, and the company celebrated their opening on the originally planned March 12- last night! Check out photos from the after party below!

ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Update - Peter Gallagher Out Tonight Due to Illness, Expected to Return Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 6, 2015


Gallagher returned to the show earlier this week, but BroadwayWorld has just learned that he will be out again tonight, March 6, and the matinee tomorrow, March 7. Gallagher is expected to return for the evening performance. Understudy James Moye will perform the role of Oscar Jaffee in his absence.

ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Update - Peter Gallagher Back Out of the Show Until Friday Due to Illness
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 4, 2015


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of On the Twentieth Century will now open on Sunday, March 15, as a result of Peter Gallagher missing a week of performances due to a sinus infection. Gallagher returned to the show yesterday, but BroadwayWorld has just learned that he will be out of both performances today, March 4, and tomorrow. Gallagher is scheduled to return on Friday, March 6. Understudy James Moye will perform the role of Oscar Jaffee in his absence.

ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Update - Opening Night Pushed Back Following Leading Man Peter Gallagher's Illness
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 2, 2015


Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway production of On the Twentieth Century will now open on Sunday, March 15, 2015.

Musicals Tonight Sets Cast for HAZEL FLAGG at Lion Theatre; Performances Begin Next Month
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 26, 2015


Hazel Flagg has a book by Ben Hecht, lyrics by Bob Hilliard, and music by Jule Styne.

Photo Flash: All Aboard! First Look at Kristin Chenoweth, Peter Gallagher and More in Broadway's ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2015


Roundabout Theatre Company presents the classic musical On the Twentieth Century, which will play a 20-week limited engagement through July 5, 2015, opening officially on March 12, 2015 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). On the Twentieth Century began previews on February 13. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the stars in action below!

On The 20th Century: Read, Watch, Do
by Roundabout Theatre Company - Feb 20, 2015


Immerse yourself in the world of the madcap musical, On the Twentieth Century, with our recommended listening, reading and doing lists!

ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, Starring Kristin Chenoweth and Peter Gallagher, Begins Previews Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2015


Roundabout Theatre Company presents the classic musical On the Twentieth Century, which will play a 20-week limited engagement through July 5, 2015, opening officially on March 12, 2015 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). On the Twentieth Century begins previews tonight, February, 13.

VIDEO: Preview Connecticut Playmakers' MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS; Runs 3/20-28
by Robert Diamond - Feb 7, 2015


The madcap antics behind a script overhaul that led to the iconic film 'Gone With The Wind' unravel as comedic farce in the first of at least two productions Connecticut Playmakers is offering for its 68th year of Broadway-style theater in Greenwich.

Connecticut Playmakers to Stage MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS, 3/20-28
by BWW News Desk - Feb 6, 2015


The madcap antics behind a script overhaul that led to the iconic film 'Gone With The Wind' unravel as comedic farce in the first of at least two productions Connecticut Playmakers is offering for its 68th year of Broadway-style theater in Greenwich.

ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY's First Preview Pushed Back One Day
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2015


On the Twentieth Century will now begin previews on Friday, February, 13. The first performance was originally scheduled for Thursday, February 12. The new first preview date is the result of the blizzard in New York City on Tuesday, January 27, which resulted in lost tech rehearsal time at the American Airlines Theatre.

Photo Coverage: ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Meets the Press - Kristin Chenoweth, Peter Gallagher and More!
by Walter McBride - Jan 30, 2015


Roundabout Theatre Company presents the classic musical On the Twentieth Century, which will play a 20-week limited engagement through July 5, 2015, beginning previews on February 12, 2015 and opening officially on March 12, 2015 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). The company just met the press and BroadwayWorld brings you photos below!

TV: In Rehearsal with the Cast of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY- Peter Gallagher, Kristin Chenoweth & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2015


Roundabout Theatre Company presents the classic musical On the Twentieth Century, which will play a 20-week limited engagement through July 5, 2015, beginning previews on February 12, 2015 and opening officially on March 12, 2015 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). Starring Tony & Emmy Award winner Chenoweth, Golden Globe & SAG Award winner & Tony nominee Gallagher, Tony nominee Andy Karl, Mark Linn-Baker, Tony winner Michael McGrath and Tony winner Mary Louise Wilson, On the Twentieth Century will be choreographed by Tony winner Warren Carlyle and directed by six-time Tony nomineeScott Ellis, and features music by Cy Coleman and book & lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green. On the Twentieth Century is based on plays by Ben Hecht, Charles MacArthur & Bruce Millholland. The company just met the press and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was on hand to chat with the full gang. Check out interviews with Chenoweth, Gallagher, Ellis and more below!

First Listen - ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY's Kristin Chenoweth and Peter Gallagher Sing 'I've Got It All'
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2015


ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY's official site just released an audio clip of stars Kristin Chenoweth and Peter Gallagher singing 'I've Got It All'. Listen HERE!

MAN OF LA MANCHA, VEILS, BUTLER and More Set for Barrington Stage's 2015 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2015


At a press conference held at Barrington Stage Company's Boyd-Quinson Mainstage, Artistic Director Julianne Boyd announced the theatre's 2015 season of musicals and plays that will take place in Downtown Pittsfield in the Boyd-Quinson Mainstage, St. Germain Stage and Youth Theatre venues.

New York Jewish Film Festival Announces 'Beyond The Screen' Programs
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 12, 2015


The Jewish Museum and the Film Society of Lincoln Center are presenting the 24th annual New York Jewish Film Festival at the Film Society's Walter Reade Theater and Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center, January 14-29, 2015.

92Y to Host Evening with ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY's Kristin Chenoweth & Peter Gallagher
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 7, 2015


Two consummate Broadway babies are back onstage-she for the first time since 2010's hit Promises and Promises, and he in his first musical appearance since 1992's legendary Guys and Dolls. On Monday, April 6, join Tony®-winning diva Kristin Chenoweth and Golden Globe winner Peter Gallagher as they trade intimate stories of balancing their incredibly varied careers-in theater, film, TV and music-and their lives outside the limelight. Discover how these stars sustain their passion, and hear tidbits on Roundabout Theatre Company's new hot-ticket revival of the madcap musical comedy On the Twentieth Century.

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