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Date of Death: May 17, 2012 (63)

Birth Place: Brookline, MA, USA

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Photo Flash: See Lee Aaron Rosen, Paige Davis and More at the FIFTH ANNUAL BROADWAY BEE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2020


Celebrating 15 years of providing kids with a place to be heard and belong, Broadway Bound Kids held its 5th Annual Broadway Bee last night (December 10) in a free live stream raising $43K in support of arts education.

Broadway Bound Kids FIFTH ANNUAL BROADWAY BEE Raises $43K; Lee Aaron Rosen is Champion Speller 2nd Year in a Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2020


Broadway Bound Kids held its 5th Annual Broadway Bee last night (December 10) in a free live stream raising $43K in support of arts education. Last night’s Champion Broadway speller was two-time winner Lee Aaron Rosen from A Soldier’s Play. Paige Davis and Jessie Hooker-Bailey each raised over $5K in support of Broadway Bound Kids.

Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Anticipates Return of Live Programming to PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh Series in Fall 2021
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2020


Given the state of the virus, positive news regarding a vaccine, and reports from Broadway touring industry organizations, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is anticipating the return of live Broadway programming to its PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh series in the fall of 2021.

Ariana DeBose Stops by Nina West's DRAG CAST to Chat About THE PROM on Netflix
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 10, 2020


Broadway star Ariana DeBose, who plays Alyssa Greene in the film adaptation of The Prom, joined Drag superstar Nina West on the podcast Drag Cast this week to chat about the film!

Jessie Mueller, Jonah Platt and Skylar Astin to Appear at 5th Annual BROADWAY BEE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2020


Broadway Bound Kids is celebrating 15 years of providing kids with a place to be heard and belong! They are partnering with the Broadway community to present the 5th Annual Broadway BEE ….the Virtual Edition. The Bee will be live streamed for FREE on Broadway Bound Kids’ site at 7pm EST on Thursday December 10th.

Patrick Page, Seth Rudetsky, and More Join the Fifth Annual BROADWAY BEE Supporting Arts Education
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2020


Broadway Bound Kids is partnering with the Broadway community and the creators of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee to present the 5th Annual Broadway BEE ....the Virtual Edition. The Bee will be live streamed for FREE on Broadway Bound Kids' site at 7pm EST on Thursday December 10th.

Michael C. Hall, Peter Yanowitz & Matt Katz-Bohen As Trio Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum Release 'Cruel World'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 9, 2020


Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum have released the second track from their forthcoming debut album, putting their own avant-garde spin on Phantogram’s “Cruel World.” 

VIDEO: Kerry Washington & Ariana DeBose Talk About THE PROM on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Sarah Leiber - Dec 9, 2020


The pair, who star alongside Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman and James Corden in the new movie musical, also share the special holiday desserts that they love to bake.

BWW Blog: An Unexpected 2020 Spotify Wrapped
by Student Blogger: Maeve Reilly - Dec 7, 2020


My Spotify Wrapped every year has too much Broadway to be shown in public, but I felt that this is the appropriate forum to share my showtune-centric Spotify Wrapped.

Everything You Need to Know About THE PROM on Netflix
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 9, 2020


One thing’s universal: Ryan Murphy’s film adaptation of beloved Broadway musical “The Prom” will bow on December 11th on Netflix! 

BWW Previews: Kenn Boisinger CAN'T WE PUT THE 'MAS BACK IN CHRISTMAS Airs December 20th
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 6, 2020


Rising music comedy nightclub performer Kenn Boisinger will take to Facebook Live for a streaming holiday special just in time for Christmas.

Stephanie Pope, Michael Fasano and More Featured in Norwegian Cruise Line's EMBARK NCL SPOTLIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2020


Norwegian Cruise Line is showcasing its continued commitment to the performing arts community with its  second “EMBARK NCL Spotlight” episode, “Live From Broadway,” following the highly successful debut of its first “EMBARK NCL Spotlight” episode, “The Choir of Man – Live From London'.

Sasha Hutchings, Seth Rudetsky, Patrick Page and More Join the 5TH ANNUAL BROADWAY BEE... THE VIRTUAL EDITION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2020


Broadway Bound Kids is partnering with the Broadway community and the creators of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee to present the 5th Annual Broadway BEE ….the Virtual Edition. The Bee will be livestreamed on Broadway Bound Kids website at 7:00 p.m. EST on Thursday December 10.

Telly Leung and Storm Lever To Lead Live Audio Adaptation Of THE NUTCRACKER
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2020


The full cast has been set for Resounding's immersive audio production of The Fantastical Tale of The Nutcracker and The Mouse King performed live for four performances only December 17th-19th.

BILL CHAMPLIN Signs to Imagen Records
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 1, 2020


Legendary Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist BILL CHAMPLIN has signed a record deal with Imagen Records.

Sabrina Carpenter, Jeremy Pope, Ariana DeBose, Kaitlyn Dever and More Make Forbes 30 Under 30 List
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2020


Forbes has revealed their annual Hollywood & Entertainment 30 Under 30 list, highlighting the upcoming generation of talent in the industry. The list includes a handful of well-known stars of the theater world, including Sabrina Carpenter, Jeremy Pope, Ariana DeBose and more!

VIDEO: Watch Paolo Montalban Sing 'Ten Minutes Ago' on R&H GOES POP!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2020


Today The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization announced the next video in their YouTube series R&H Goes Pop! - At Home. The video will feature stage and screen actor Paolo Montalbán ('Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella') performing a new take on the iconic song 'Ten Minutes Ago' from Cinderella.

Tickets Are Now On Sale For the Virtual Rogue Theater Festival
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2020


With 15 new works being presented virtually this December, Rogue Theater Festival is making a wave! Tickets are on sale now.

Michael C. Hall, Peter Yanowitz & Matt Katz-Bohen Release 'Eat an Eraser'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 11, 2020


Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum have released “Eat An Eraser,” the first single from their forthcoming debut album Thanks For Coming, out February 12th, alongside the official music video.

BWW Blog: What Jukebox Musical Are You Based on Your Zodiac Sign?
by Student Blogger: Maura Consedine - Nov 9, 2020


Are you interested in theatre and astrology? Have you ever wondered what Broadway show matches your vibe, or what cast recording you should listen to based on your zodiac sign?

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