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Euan Morton Returns to the Maine State Music Theatre Stage, 8/16
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2010

The multi-award winning and Tony nominated actor and singer, Euan Morton, returns to perform for one night only to Maine State Music Theatre audiences on Monday, August 16th, 2010. The concert will begin at 7:30PM at the Pickard Theatre located on the Bowdoin Campus college campus. Tickets range from $17-$30 and are available by calling (207) 725-8769, online at www.msmt.org, or in person at the box office in the Pickard Theater.

STAGE TUBE: CHESS At Signature Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 13, 2010

Signature's CHESS features a book by Richard Nelson, Music by Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson, Lyrics by Tim Rice and is Based on an Idea by Tim Rice. The show is Directed by Eric Schaeffer

Photo Coverage: CHESS Opens at Signature - Official Production Shots!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 12, 2010

Chess, the rock musical by the composers of Mamma Mia!, opened at Signature Theatre on August 10, 2010 and plays a limited run through September 26. The first major American production in almost 20 years-and the Washington region's very first professional production-stars Broadway's Jill Paice (Curtains), Euan Morton (Boy George in Taboo), and Jeremy Kushnier (Footloose) in the Russian/American conflict made new again. Director Eric Schaeffer (Broadway's Million Dollar Quartet) and his creative team capture the gritty, sexy world of Chess' 1985 radio hit 'One Night in Bangkok' in the amazing intimacy of Signature's 276-seat MAX Theatre. The Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre has a national reputation for its work with musicals - polishing underappreciated gems, as well as producing world premieres and reinventing classics. The first official production shots have been released and BroadwayWorld brings you a very first look below!

Photo Special: Signature's CHESS in Rehearsal- First Look!
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 9, 2010

The world of Cold War intrigue, forbidden love, and 1980s rock rules when the legendary musical Chess, by the composers of Mamma Mia!, opens at Signature Theatre tomorrow, August 10. The production will run through September 26. The first major American production in almost 20 years - and the Washington region's very first professional production - stars Broadway's Jill Paice (Curtains), Euan Morton (Boy George in Taboo), and Jeremy Kushnier (Footloose) in the Russian/American conflict made new again. Director Eric Schaeffer (Broadway's Million Dollar Quartet) and his creative team capture the gritty, sexy world of Chess' 1985 radio hit ‘One Night in Bangkok' in the amazing intimacy of Signature's 276-seat MAX Theatre. The Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre has a national reputation for its work with musicals - polishing underappreciated gems, as well as producing world premieres and reinventing classics. In anticipation of this exciting opening, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the production with never-before-seen dress rehearsal shots! Check back tomorrow for official opening night photo coverage and video!

STAGE TUBE: Larry Gatlin Takes the Stage with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 9, 2010

Yesterday, August 8, Grammy-winning country music star Larry Gatlin took the stage of the Nederlander Theatre to join the cast of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET in a special performance of the song 'Johnny Cash is Dead and His House Burned Down,' a song written in tribute to Cash who was a friend of Gatlin's. In addition, Gatlin wrote songs that were recorded by Cash, Elvis Presley, and Carl Perkins, three of the members of the real Million Dollar Quartet. BroadwayWorld brings you a look at his cameo below!

Euan Morton Returns to the Maine State Music Theatre Stage, 8/16
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 8, 2010

The multi-award winning and Tony nominated actor and singer, Euan Morton, returns to perform for one night only to Maine State Music Theatre audiences on Monday, August 16th, 2010. The concert will begin at 7:30PM at the Pickard Theatre located on the Bowdoin Campus college campus. Tickets range from $17-$30 and are available by calling (207) 725-8769, online at www.msmt.org, or in person at the box office in the Pickard Theater.

A Theatre Lover's Guide to DC/Capital Area Theatres - August 2010 Offerings
by Joel Markowitz - Jul 31, 2010

Now that The Capital Fringe Festival has finally packed up its tent, (read all 132 reviews of the Fringe reviews and reflections here), DC theatergoers are being offered some musical offerings this month including new productions of the popular musicals Chess, Nunsense, Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story, The Fantasticks and Side Show.

Morton, Paice & Kushnier Lead Schaeffer-Helmed CHESS for Signature Theatre, 8/10 - 9/26
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 29, 2010

The world of Cold War intrigue, forbidden love, and 1980s rock rules when the legendary musical Chess , by the composers of Mamma Mia!, plays Signature Theatre, August 10 through September 26. The first major American production in almost 20 years-and the Washington region's very first professional production-stars Broadway's Jill Paice (Curtains), Euan Morton (Boy George in Taboo), and Jeremy Kushnier (Footloose) in the Russian/American conflict made new again. Director Eric Schaeffer (Broadway's Million Dollar Quartet) and his creative team capture the gritty, sexy world of Chess' 1985 radio hit ‘One Night in Bangkok' in the amazing intimacy of Signature's 276-seat MAX Theatre. The Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre has a national reputation for its work with musicals - polishing underappreciated gems, as well as producing world premieres and reinventing classics.

VA Signature Theatre Commissions Work from Tesori for American Music Voices Project
by Nicolas Coburn - Jul 26, 2010

Jeanine Tesori, the composer of Shrek the Musical and Caroline, or Change, joins Adam Guettel, Michael John LaChiusa, Ricky Ian Gordon, and Joseph Thalken as a newly commissioned composer for Virginia's Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre.

Signature Theatre Holds 'Signature Idol' 7/17
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2010

Clinton Kelly, the co-host of TLC television's 'What Not to Wear,' joins the panel of judges at Signature Theatre's 'Signature Idol,' the search for ten best new solo singers in the DC region to compete on stage at the company's July 17 free 'Target Open House.' Other judges include Signature Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and Washington Post theater critic Peter Marks.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Performs On Jimmy Fallon 7/15
by BWW News Desk - Jul 15, 2010

On Thursday, July 15, the cast of Broadway's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, the new musical sensation, will perform on NBC's 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' (12:35AM-1:35AM on Channel 4 in New York. Check local listings).

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET To Perform On Jimmy Fallon 7/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 12, 2010

On Thursday, July 15, the cast of Broadway's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, the new musical sensation, will perform on NBC's 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' (12:35AM-1:35AM on Channel 4 in New York. Check local listings).

Signature Theatre Hosts Open House Feat. Free Events, 7/17
by Charles Shubow - Jul 8, 2010

Signature's free open house is back with a full day filled with music and mayhem on July 17, 2010. The weekend will feature performances and events in the Theatre and out on the plaza.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Celebrates 100th Performance on Broadway
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 7, 2010

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, the new Broadway musical sensation, celebrates its 100th performance on Broadway tonight during the evening performance at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street).

Signature Theatre Holds 'Signature Idol' 7/17; YouTube Auditions Due 7/5
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2010

Clinton Kelly, the co-host of TLC television's 'What Not to Wear,' joins the panel of judges at Signature Theatre's 'Signature Idol,' the search for ten best new solo singers in the DC region to compete on stage at the company's July 17 free 'Target Open House.' Other judges include Signature Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and Washington Post theater critic Peter Marks.

Single Tickets Go on Sale 7/5 for Signature Theatre's 2010-11 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2010

Single tickets for Signature Theatre's 2010-2011 season go on sale Monday, July 5 at 10:00 am. The Tony Award(r)-winning company's 21st season begins on August 10 with the musical Chess by the composers of Mamma Mia! and continues through June with Yasmina Reza's award-winning play Art, Side by Side by Sondheim, and the world premieres of Ken Ludwig's A Fox on the Fairway, Joe Calarco's Walter Cronkite Is Dead., and Joseph Thalken's Wheatley's Folly.

Signature Theatre To Seek New Talent With 'Signature Idol', Deadline Set For 7/5
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2010

The Tony Award(r)-winning Signature Theatre is searching for the ten best new solo singers in the DC region to compete in 'Signature Idol' on Saturday, July 17. Judged by Signature Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer, Washington Post theater critic Peter Marks, and a special Broadway guest, the 'Signature Idol' competition is a highlight of the Target Open House where the ten finalists will audition publicly in the 276-seat MAX Theatre at 5:00 pm.

Signature Theatre Holds 'Signature Idol' 7/17; YouTube Auditions Due 7/5
by Nicolas Coburn - Jun 30, 2010

Clinton Kelly, the co-host of TLC television's 'What Not to Wear,' joins the panel of judges at Signature Theatre's 'Signature Idol,' the search for ten best new solo singers in the DC region to compete on stage at the company's July 17 free 'Target Open House.' Other judges include Signature Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer and Washington Post theater critic Peter Marks.

'Party Down' and 'Gravity' Get the Ax from Starz
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 30, 2010

Deadline.com had revealed today that Starz has given the comedies Party Down and Gravity the boot.

Single Tickets Go on Sale 7/5 for Signature Theatre's 2010-11 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 30, 2010

Single tickets for Signature Theatre's 2010-2011 season go on sale Monday, July 5 at 10:00 am. The Tony Award(r)-winning company's 21st season begins on August 10 with the musical Chess by the composers of Mamma Mia! and continues through June with Yasmina Reza's award-winning play Art, Side by Side by Sondheim, and the world premieres of Ken Ludwig's A Fox on the Fairway, Joe Calarco's Walter Cronkite Is Dead., and Joseph Thalken's Wheatley's Folly.

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