TV: Cuba Takes Broadway! Meet CHICAGO's New Billy Flynn, Cuba Gooding Jr.
by Nicole Rosky
- Sep 19, 2018
All Cuba Gooding Jr. cares about is love... at least through November 18. That's because the Academy Award winner and Emmy nominee will step into the role of Billy Flynn, beginning Saturday, October 6, 2018 in Broadway's Chicago. He reprises his role as Billy Flynn after originating the part and making his West End stage debut earlier this year in the new 2018 London production of Chicago, currently playing at The Phoenix Theatre.
Photo Coverage: CHICAGO's New Billy Flynn, Cuba Gooding Jr., Meets the Press!
by Walter McBride
- Sep 18, 2018
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Academy Award winner and Emmy nominee Cuba Gooding Jr. will step into the role of Billy Flynn, beginning Saturday, October 6, 2018 through Sunday, November 18, 2018, at Broadway's Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St.).
DR. BRADLEY'S FUNCTIONAL NARCISSISM Announces Encore Performance at Don't Tell Mama
by Julie Musbach
- Aug 16, 2018
'Dr. Bradley's Functional Narcissism…The Psychoanalytic Odyssey of a Once Glorified Chorus Boy' has been packing in SRO crowds in a series of cabaret evenings in NYC, offering a hilarious and touching combination of psychotherapy, (of which Dr. Bradley Jones is a bona fide, longstanding practitioner in New York City) and song and dance (of which he was a bona fide practitioner in Broadway's 'A Chorus Line" for nearly ten years). He'll return, by popular demand, to Don't Tell Mama on September 16th at 7pm for an encore performance. If you want to attend, reservations are essential.
New York Clamors For More Of Dr. Bradley's Functional Narcissism At Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi
- Aug 3, 2018
'Dr. Bradley's Functional Narcissism…The Psychoanalytic Odyssey of a Once Glorified Chorus Boy' has been packing in SRO crowds in a series of cabaret evenings in NYC, offering a hilarious and touching combination of psychotherapy, (of which Dr. Bradley Jones is a bona fide, longstanding practitioner in New York City) and song and dance (of which he was a bona fide practitioner in Broadway's 'A Chorus Line" for nearly ten years). He'll return, by popular demand, to Don't Tell Mama on September 16th at 7pm for an encore performance. If you want to attend, reservations are essential.
ENCORE! NYC Calls For More Of Dr. Bradley's Fabulous Functional Narcissism
by A.A. Cristi
- Jun 27, 2018
Dr. Bradley Jones returns to Don't Tell Mama on July 26th with an encore performance of Dr. Bradley's Fabulous Functional Narcissism: The Solo Show. The hilarious and moving coming-of-age story chronicles Jones' childhood as a budding theater queen, ten years on Broadway in A Chorus Line, right through the present and his successful, post -Broadway career as a psychoanalyst in New York City. Reservations for this show are absolutely essential. Don't Tell Mama is at 343 West 46th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues. For online reservations visit: https://tinyurl.com/ycm4k5kw or call: 212.757.0788. Don't Tell Mama is a CASH ONLY room. There's a $20 cover charge and a 2-drink minimum per person.
Fourth Annual West End Bake Off Raises Record Breaking £9,500
by Stephi Wild
- May 23, 2018
Theatrical charity Acting for Others today announces that £9,500 was raised at the fourth annual West End Bake Off last weekend; breaking all previous records for monies raised at this event, which has become a calendar marked day for shows in the West End. The same day His Royal Highness Prince Harry married Meghan Markle, top West End shows brought cake creations to be judged by Christopher Biggins, Wendi Peters and Ruthie Henshall.
Martin Kemp To Star In CHICAGO In London
by Stephi Wild
- May 23, 2018
Martin Kemp will star as smooth-talking lawyer Billy Flynn in the multi award-winning CHICAGO at the Phoenix Theatre in London's West End from Monday 2 July for a limited season until Saturday 1 September 2018. The rest of the cast who will be appearing alongside Martin Kemp are still to be announced.
Leslie Odom Jr. Releases New Ballad Featuring Nicolette Robinson 'What Are We Waiting For'
by A.A. Cristi
- May 11, 2018
Award-winning vocalist Leslie Odom, Jr. releases a new ballad "What Are We Waiting For" (S-Curve Records/BMG) featuring his wife, and actress, Nicolette Robinson. Of the collaboration Odom, Jr. says "Nic and I have sung this song in concert together for years--most recently for the filming of my Live From Lincoln Center show for PBS. We love the tune and we love singing it together. The song means a lot to us."
ILLUMINATE'S Take Twenty Mentoring Sessions Shines
by A.A. Cristi
- May 9, 2018
As part of their Conscious Film Convergence (CFC), the ILLUMINATE Film Festival hosts the extraordinary Take Twenty Mentoring Sessions. The brainchild of festival founder Danette Wolpert who envisioned what twenty minutes of uninterrupted, full focus, one-on-one time with an industry leader would do for a filmmaker, the sessions are an unique opportunity for emerging voices in the industry. Participants can discuss projects, ask questions, and pick mentors' brains on finance, producing, marketing, distribution, impact strategy and more.
BWW Review: CHICAGO, Phoenix Theatre
by Marianka Swain
- Apr 19, 2018
Chicago's hit West End revival - which featured a constant revolving door of big names - closed in 2012 after almost 15 years. Now, it returns with the requisite stunt casting (Cuba Gooding Jr), but also with a cast of triple-threat stalwarts who illustrate the enduring strengths of this whip-smart, black-hearted musical.
Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of CHICAGO
by Stephi Wild
- Apr 13, 2018
Following a successful UK and international tour, and after a 5½-year absence from London, the multi award-winning Kander & Ebb musical Chicago, winner of six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards and a Grammy, has begun performances at The Phoenix Theatre and an extended booking period until 6 October 2018.
Photo Flash: First Look at Cuba Gooding, Jr. and the Cast of CHICAGO
by Stephi Wild
- Apr 6, 2018
Following a successful UK and international tour, and after a 5½-year absence from London, the multi award-winning Kander & Ebb musical CHICAGO, winner of six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards and a Grammy, will begin performances at the Phoenix Theatre in London on Monday 26 March, with a press night on Wednesday 11 April and an extended booking period until 6 October 2018.
TINA Leads April's Top 10 New London Shows
by Marianka Swain
- Mar 27, 2018
London is never short of temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From a buzzy new musical to returning favourites, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld reviews, interviews and features!
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