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Date of Death: May 17, 2012 (63)

Birth Place: Brookline, MA, USA

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Ariana DeBose Joins Apple's New ARGYLLE Action Film
by Michael Major - Sep 30, 2021


DeBose will join the previously announced Henry Cavill, Sam Rockwell, Bryan Cranston, Catherine O'Hara, John Cena, and Samuel L. Jackson. Grammy-winner Dua Lipa is also making her acting debut in the film, which she will also produce an original score and title track for.

Hershey Theatre Announces 2022 Broadway Series
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2021


Hershey Theatre announced today the Broadway shows taking the stage at the historic venue as part of its 2022 season.

Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Public Ticket Sale Day Starts This Saturday at 10 AM
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2021


Public Ticket Sale Day for the 2021-2022 season of the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will be this Saturday, October 2 starting at 10 am.

TROUBLE IN MIND Adds Michael Zegen, Chuck Cooper, Danielle Campbell and More
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2021


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the full cast joining Tony & Emmy Award winner LaChanze in the Broadway premiere of Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress, directed by Charles Randolph-Wright.

VIDEO: Meet the Leading Ladies of the SUMMER National Tour on Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Sep 23, 2021


The North American Tour of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will return to the road with technical rehearsals in York, PA at the Pullo Center, followed by an official tour opening night in Pittsburgh, PA at the Benedum Center on November 16, 2021 (November 16-21, 2021). The tour will then visit more than 40 cities for the 2021-22 touring season.

Drew McVety, Thom Sesma and More to Star in A SHERLOCK CAROL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2021


A Sherlock Carol, a new holiday play, will star Broadway favorites Drew McVety (Billy Elliot, Spamalot) as Sherlock Holmes and Thom Sesma (Sweeney Todd, Pacific Overtures) as Ebenezer Scrooge, and more.

NOBODY DOES IT BETTER: Chick Singers Of The '70s to be Presented at SideNotes Cabaret
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2021


NOBODY DOES IT BETTER: Chick Singers of the '70s, a collection of hit songs by Linda Ronstadt, Donna Summer, Anne Murray, Helen Reddy, and other superstars, will be presented in the SideNotes Cabaret of Sunset Playhouse, September 30 through October 3, 2021.

Single Tickets Now On Sale For Children's Theatre Company's 2021 �" 2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2021


Children's Theatre Company announced today that single tickets are now available for its live, in-person 2021 – 2022 Season, which includes five inspiring productions that will enthrall and delight audiences of all ages.

State Theatre New Jersey Broadway Season Single Tickets Go On Sale This Friday
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 7, 2021


Tickets for State Theatre New Jersey's 2021-22 Broadway Season, featuring Tony Award-winning hits and Broadway fan favorites, go on sale on Friday, September 10 at 11am.  

Steven Boyer, Victoria Clark, Bonnie Milligan, Olivia Elease Hardy & More to Star in World Premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2021


Atlantic Theater Company has announced casting for the world premiere production of Kimberly Akimbo, a new musical with book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize-winner David Lindsay-Abaire, music by Tony Award-winner Jeanine Tesori, based on the critically acclaimed play of the same name by David Lindsay-Abaire, choreographed by Danny Mefford, and directed by Jessica Stone.

The Grand Announces 21-22 Broadway in Wilmington Season Featuring WAITRESS, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 24, 2021


The Grand Opera House, the non-profit performing arts center that operates of The Playhouse on Rodney Square, announced its 2021-2022 Broadway in Wilmington season presented by Bank of America. 

Institute for American Musical Theatre Expanding This Fall
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 19, 2021


After only 5 years in business, IAMT is expanding. This fall, NYC’s most exciting musical theatre program will be moving into their second space in Washington Heights- a 5000 sq. ft. acting school. This space will be dedicated to acting technique class, Film & TV class, along with presenting new musicals from both the IAMT New Works Series and the IAMT Creators program.

Make Your Own Broadway Series Subscription at the Charleston Gaillard Center
by - Aug 17, 2021


Become a Charleston Gaillard Center series subscriber to lock in the best seats at incredible Broadway performances in downtown Charleston, SC! Choose 4 or more shows and pick the exact performances you want with our Make Your Own Series Subscription. Click the button below to learn more, or visit gaillardcenter.org/series-subscription/ today!

BWW Interview: Storm Lever Talks HAIR at The Old Globe and Why the Show Is More Relevant Than Ever
by E.H. Reiter - Aug 12, 2021


Storm Lever talks about how she made San Diego her quarantine home, how her activism during that time feels like it directly speaks to her role in HAIR, and what the audience can expect for this show at The Old Globe. Playing through September 26th

VIDEO: Check Out Footage From Ogunquit Playhouse's Production of ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2021


With direction by Richard J. Hinds (Ogunquit Playhouse’s Mamma Mia!) and choreography by Brandon Kelly (Remix at Carowinds), your cares are guaranteed to melt away like sunsets over the beach.

Taylor Louderman's WRITE OUT LOUD: FROM CONTEST TO CONCERT VOLUME 2 to be Presented at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2021


FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present “WRITE OUT LOUD: From Contest to Concert VOLUME 2.” Hosted by Taylor Louderman (Tony Nominee, Mean Girls), Musical Direction by Benjamin Rauhala (Disney Princess - The Concert) and produced by Hannah Kloepfer with Sarah Glugatch and Josh Collopy.

Fred Gallo, Irene Gandy, Beverly Jenkins & New Federal Theatre Will Receive 2020 Tony Honors
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 4, 2021


The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that they will present the 2020 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre to four outstanding contributors to the Broadway industry - Fred Gallo, President of PRG Scenic Technologies; Broadway press agent Irene Gandy; stage manager Beverly Jenkins and New Federal Theatre, Woodie King, Jr. Founder.

Charleston Gaillard Center's 2021-2022 Series Single Tickets On Sale August 6
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 4, 2021


The Charleston Gaillard Center is thrilled to announce 2021-2022 Series single tickets are on sale Friday, August 6 at 11am for seven performances. Additional performances will go on sale later this month. Featuring ten incredible performances, from award-winning Broadway to stunning dance performances, the 2021-2022 Series creates unforgettable, world-class experiences here in the Lowcountry. 

BWW Interview: Ariana DeBose Reveals Which Musical Theatre Characters Inspired Her SCHMIGADOON Performance!
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 3, 2021


It's not just The Music Man's Marian the Librarian who helped DeBose create the character of Emma Tate.

LaChanze, Melissa Errico & More to Join Music Conservatory Of Westchester's 20th Annual Golf & Tennis Classic And Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2021


The joy of Broadway is back! The Music Conservatory of Westchester is bringing Broadway stars back to Westchester County on Monday, September 20 for its in-person 20th Annual Golf & Tennis Classic and Gala at Brae Burn Country Club in Purchase.

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