Jeff Calhoun News

'We are delighted to bring the new musical comedy, 9 to 5: The Musical to Atlanta,' states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars. Not only does it feature songs by the one and only Dolly Parton, a cast of incredible actors including Dee Hoty, Mamie Parris, Joseph Mahowald and more...but the role of Doralee will be played by Georgia's own Diana DeGarmo! Mark your calendar, stick a post-it on your dayrunner, or set an alert on your Android, but don't miss this show at the Fabulous Fox Theatre from September 28-October 3. Tickets are on sale NOW at Ticketmaster outlets, 800-982-2787, www.ticketmaster.com and the Fox Theatre Box Office.

9 to 5: The Musical is a hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era. This is the story of three unlikely friends who conspire to take control of their company and learn there's nothing they can't do -- even in a man's world. Outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic, 9 to 5: The Musical is about teaming up and taking care of business... it's about getting credit and getting even.

The producers of 9 to 5: The Musical announced the cast for the First National Tour that opens on September 21, 2010 at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center in Nashville.

American Idol runner-up Diana DeGarmo has tweeted casting news about her upcoming role in the 9 to 5 National Tour.

Broadway hit and four-time Tony® nominee 9 to 5: The Musical will headline Pittsburgh CLO's 2011 Summer Season May 31-June 5 at the Benedum Center. This legendary film turned musical embarks on its First National Tour at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center September 21, 2010.

Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced that Jane Austen's Emma - A Musical Romantic Comedy with music, lyrics and book by Tony Award nominee Paul Gordon will fill the final slot of the 2010-11 Winter Season.

Eight exceptional drama and music teachers from schools around the country participated in the first-ever Broadway Welcomes America's Teachers at the First Freddie G Theatre Experience this past weekend, July 16-18 in New York. They were hosted by Freddie ('G') Gershon, Chairman and CEO of Music Theatre International to honor schools, instructors and teachers for their outstanding performances of school productions of Broadway shows during this year's MTI Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta this past January.

Eight exceptional drama and music teachers from schools around the country will participate in the first-ever BROADWAY WELCOMES AMERICA'S TEACHERS AT THE FIRST FREDDIE G THEATRE EXPERIENCE July16-18 in New York. They will be hosted by Freddie ('G') Gershon, Chairman and CEO of Music Theatre International to honor schools, instructors and teachers for their outstanding performances of school productions of Broadway shows during this year's MTI Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta this past January.

Eight exceptional drama and music teachers from schools around the country will participate in the first-ever BROADWAY WELCOMES AMERICA'S TEACHERS AT THE FIRST FREDDIE G THEATRE EXPERIENCE July16-18 in New York. They will be hosted by Freddie ('G') Gershon, Chairman and CEO of Music Theatre International to honor schools, instructors and teachers for their outstanding performances of school productions of Broadway shows during this year's MTI Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta this past January.

Eight exceptional drama and music teachers from schools around the country will participate in the first-ever BROADWAY WELCOMES AMERICA'S TEACHERS AT THE FIRST FREDDIE G THEATRE EXPERIENCE July16-18 in New York. They will be hosted by Freddie ('G') Gershon, Chairman and CEO of Music Theatre International to honor schools, instructors and teachers for their outstanding performances of school productions of Broadway shows during this year's MTI Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta this past January.

Pioneer Theatre Company presents its season finale 42ND STREET, April 23rd through May 8th, 2010.

Tony Award winner Karen Olivo (West Side Story), most recently seen in a guest-starring role on NBC's 'Law & Order: Criminal Intent,' has been cast in the recurring role of Giada Cabrini in the critically-acclaimed CBS television series, 'The Good Wife.' Starring as Giada Cabrini, Olivo plays a law student who is interning with Will Gardner (Josh Charles), to whom she's clearly attracted.

Asolo Repertory Theatre is seeking actors, both Equity and non-Equity, for the 2010--11 season of plays, including roles in the new Broadway bound musical Bonnie & Clyde. Asolo Rep's diverse 2010--11 season performs in rotating repertory from November through June.

Pioneer Theatre Company presents its season finale 42ND STREET, April 23rd through May 8th, 2010.

Asolo Repertory Theatre is seeking actors, both Equity and non-Equity, for the 2010--11 season of plays, including roles in the new Broadway bound musical Bonnie & Clyde. Asolo Rep's diverse 2010--11 season performs in rotating repertory from November through June.

Pioneer Theatre Company presents its season finale 42ND STREET, April 23rd through May 8th, 2010.

The 26th Helen Hayes Awards were presented at the historic Warner Theatre on Monday April 5.

Theatre artists and productions nominated for The 26th Annual Helen Hayes Awards were announced this evening at a press conference hosted by The National Theatre in its Helen Hayes Gallery. The complete list of nominees can be found below.

Interact Theatre Company will close the first production of its 20th Anniversary season, the hilarious musical comedy and the Los Angeles Intimate Theatre Premiere of DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, with book by Jeffrey Lane, music and lyrics by David Yazbek, on March 28th.

9 to 5: The Musical will launch its first national tour September 21, 2010 at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center in Nashville. Additional tour cities include Chicago, Atlanta, Seattle, St. Louis, Tampa, Costa Mesa, Charlotte, St. Paul, Indianapolis and Dayton among others.