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Joe Allen Makes Statement on SPIDER-MAN Appearance on Flop Wall
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 30, 2013


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark, the Broadway spectacular that defied odds and expectations to conquer New York, will play its final performance at the Foxwoods Theatre on January 4, 2014. Since the announcement, there has been speculation as to whether the show, which ran for 3 years on Broadway, will make it to the infamous wall of flops at Joe Allen (326 West 46th Street).

ON KENTUCKY AVENUE Revue to Begin Performances 2/2 at Stage 72
by BWW News Desk - Dec 27, 2013


ON KENTUCKY AVENUE, a musical revue based loosely on fact and mostly fiction about the people and performers who took the stage and filled the tables at the majestic Club Harlem 'on Kentucky Avenue' in the north section of Atlantic City from the 1930s until the late 1980s, will make its NYC commercial stage debut at STAGE72/THE TRIAD, 158 West 72nd Street, on Sunday, February 2, with performances at 3pm and 7pm and Monday, February 3 at 7pm in honor of Black History Month.

Marvelous Maggie B to Bring THOSE WERE THE DAYS to Teatro Paraguas, 1/26
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2013


Bo Brumble and Teatro Paraguas present the Marvelous Maggie B in THOSE WERE THE DAYS, a medley of classic songs. The concert is set for January 26, 2014 at 2:00 pm at Teatro Paraguas Studio, 3205 Calle Marie, Santa Fe.

Lauren Kinhan, Sara Gazarek, Cyrille Aimee & More to Perform at Birdland 1/6-12
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 23, 2013


Birdland Jazz Club has announced its schedule for January 6-12, featuring Regina Carter, Lauren Kinhan, Cyrille Aimee, The Beegie Adair Trio, The Birdland Big Band, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and more.

SPIDER-MAN to Open at Steve Wynn's Encore Theatre in Las Vegas?
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2013


Now according to the Las Vegas Sun, Wynn is making space for the musical at the Encore Theatre. Robin Leach writes: 'I can safely confirm Steve's "very serious interest" in moving the high-flying spectacular to open in his Encore Theater in a year, but nothing is apparently yet signed and sealed. He's prepared to financially back its revamped version, adding incredible, stunning Las Vegas elements to the extravaganza.'

Matt Baker, Natalie Douglas, Jamie deRoy and More Set for Birdland Jazz Club, Jan 2014
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2013


Birdland Jazz Club has announced their line-up of impressive talent for the month of January 2014. Featuring: The Birdland Big Band, Lauren Kinhan, Diane Schuur, Regina Carter, Nicholas Payton & Action Affirmative, Joey DeFrancesco, Cyrille Aimee, Matt Baker, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, Birdland Jazz Party, and more!

Rainer Hersch Brings Singalong to Southbank Centre Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2013


Clap your hands...stamp your feet and laugh along as comedian Rainer Hersch conducts and hosts a brand new Yuletide treat: a jamboree of classic UK Singles Chart Christmas number ones. Terrific comic entertainment all served up with a big dollop of festive cheer.

Michael Feinstein, A Swinging Birdland Christmas & More Set for Birdland, 12/23-29
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 13, 2013


Birdland Jazz Club has announced its schedule for December 23-29. Check out the listings below!

Steve Wynn to Host SPIDER-MAN in Las Vegas?
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 12, 2013


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark, the Broadway spectacular that defied odds and expectations to conquer New York, is moving to Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world. After more than three historic years on Broadway, the show play its final performance at the Foxwoods Theatre on January 4, 2014. Now according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Casino executive Steve Wynn is currently in meetings to host the production.

SPIDER-MAN to Launch Arena Tour in 2016?
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 11, 2013


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark, the Broadway spectacular that defied odds and expectations to conquer New York, is moving to Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world. After more than three historic years on Broadway, the show play its final performance at the Foxwoods Theatre on January 4, 2014. In a recent interview with Billboard, producer Michael Cohl chatted about the big transfer.

Cyndi Lauper with Cast of KINKY BOOTS, Michael Feinstein & More Set for Birdland, 12/16-22
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 6, 2013


Birdland Jazz Club has announced its schedule for December 16-22, featuring Michael Feinstein, Cyndi Lauper, and more! Check out details below!

Cabrillo Music Theatre to Stage FOREVER PLAID, 1/31-2/9
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2013


Those heavenly voices are back! And they're better than ever! Cabrillo Music Theatre celebrates its 20th Anniversary Season by blending one of the original Plaids with four of musical theatre's top talents to create the definitive FOREVER PLAID especially for the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza! The fresh and funny FOREVER PLAID opens on Friday, January 31st, 2014, playing until Sunday, February 9th, at the 1,800-seat Kavli Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, located at 2100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard in Thousand Oaks.

BWW Reviews: Marian Anderson Awards Concert for Berry Gordy Kimmel Center
by Marakay Rogers - Dec 2, 2013


The sounds of Philadelphia, the Motor City, and the Great White Way combined to honor the founder of Motown Records at the 2013 Marian Anderson Awards

Donna McKechnie, Frank Wildhorn with Jeremy Jordan and Laura Osnes & More Set for Birdland Jazz Club, 12/9-15
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 1, 2013


Birdland Jazz Club has announce its upcoming schedule for December 9-15, featuring Donna McKechnie, Shoshana Bush, Frank Wildhorn, Jazz Stories: Eddie Gomez, Kenny Barron, Al Foster, Wallace Roney, and more!

VIDEO: BWW Exclusive Premiere - Nathan Gunn Performs John Denver's 'Calypso'
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 6, 2013


BWW brings you exclusive footage of renowned baritone & Broadway star Nathan Gunn recording his contribution for the project, a stunning new interpretation of 'Calypso'.

Cheyenne Jackson with Christine Ebersole, Stacey Kent & More Set for Birdland, 12/2-8
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 21, 2013


Birdland Jazz Club has announced their line-up of impressive talent for December 2-8.

SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK Has Offers from Russia, Germany & Japan
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 20, 2013


In yesterday's New York Post, Michael Cohl, the producer of Broadway's SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK opened up to Michael Riedel about the recent news that the show will be closing down in January.

The Players to Celebrate 125th Anniversary with NYE Gala
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 19, 2013


One Hundred and Twenty-Five years ago this New Year's Eve, America's most celebrated actor, Edwin Booth gave the Deed of 16 Gramercy Park South to The Players. The Players tradition has been to read the deed in front of the Great Hall fire place echoing back to Edwin Booth and the Founding Members. This year, this tradition continues along with live music, dancing, and more festivities as The Players kicks off a new era, sharing a toast to its founders and celebrating 125 years at 'A Certain Club.'

Update: SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK Sets Jan. 4, 2014 Closing Date
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 19, 2013


SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark, the Broadway spectacular that defied odds and expectations to conquer New York, is moving to Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world. After more than three historic years on Broadway, the show play its final performance at the Foxwoods Theatre on January 4, 2014. Additional information on the upcoming Las Vegas production will be announced in the weeks to come. SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark is currently the 16th highest grossing Broadway production of all time, having taken in more than $200 million at the box office. The show has been seen by approximately two million fans, and will have played 1,268 performances by the time it takes its final bow at the Foxwoods Theatre.

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