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The Smith Center to Welcome One Millionth Guest During THE BOOK OF MORMON's Run
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 17, 2014


The Heart of the Arts in Southern Nevada, The Smith Center for the Performing Arts is set to welcome its one millionth guest during the run of the Broadway hit The Book of Mormon. Reaching the major milestone not long after celebrating its second anniversary, The Smith Center attributes the accomplishment to the outstanding support of the community, board, founders, donors, sponsors, and residents that have embraced its mission of providing high-quality performing arts and education.

VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Struts Her Stuff in New 'Walk It Out' Video
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 17, 2014


Jennifer Hudson struts her stuff in the sassy new music video for her single 'Walk It Out'.

THINK LIKE A MAN TOO Music From & Inspired by the Film Available Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2014


Epic Records announces the release of the official soundtrack album to theThink Like a Man sequel and one of the year's most anticipated comedies,Think Like a Man Too

VIDEO: TRAIN Perform 'Drive By', 'Angel in Blue Jeans' on Today
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 13, 2014


Three-time Grammy Award winners Train performed 'Angel in Blue Jeans' and 'Drive By' on this morning's TODAY as part of the show's Toyota Summer Concert Series.

Tony Awards Under Fire for Skipping 'In Memoriam' Segment in Broadcast
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2014


This year's broadcast unfortunately did not include the an In Memoriam segment, though the video was shown to guests at Radio City Music Hall. The video below remembers friends in the Broadway community who have left us from May 2013-May 2014.

ICYMI: BroadwayWorld's Mega-Roundup of All Things Tony Awards!
by BWW Special Coverage - Jun 10, 2014


Now that we've all had a sufficient amount of time to recover from the excitement of the big night, treat yourself today to some highlights from ALL of the festivities. Below, BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you a Mega-Roundup of 2014 Tonys coverage!

Twitter Watch: Bobby Cannavale Live-Tweets the Tonys and It's Hilarious
by BWW Staff - Jun 9, 2014


During last night's Tony Awards ceremony, Bobby Cannavale (@bobbycannavale) took to Twitter to express his opinions throughout the broadcast. The result is one of the most honest and hilarious portraits of the show. Scroll down for highlights!

WAKE UP with BWW 6/10/14 - Equity Awards, 'BIKE', 'NIGHT', 'NEW GIRL' Off-Broadway, LaBelle AFTER MIDNIGHT and More!
by Jessica Showers - Jun 10, 2014


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: Actors' Equity doles out awards, off-Broadway is teaming with new shows, Patti LaBelle struts into the guest-starring role in AFTER MIDNIGHT and more!

Cheyenne Jackson to Make Provincetown Debut, 7/4-6
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 9, 2014


Cheyenne Jackson has starred on both 30 Rock opposite Tina Fey and Glee where he played the voice coach for the group Vocal Adrenaline, and will next be seen starring opposite Gena Rowlands in the feature film "Six Dance Lessons In Six Weeks" releasing in theaters in early 2014. On Broadway, Cheyenne most recently starred in Encore's production of "The Most Happy Fella" at City Center, "Finian's Rainbow" (Drama Desk nomination), "Damn Yankees," "Xanadu" (Drama League , Drama Desk nominations), "Thoroughly Modern Millie" and," "All Shook Up" (Theater World Award, Drama League, Outer Critics Circle nomination). Off-Broadway he was seen in the orignal cast of "Altar Boyz". On July 4, 5, and 6, he makes his anticipated Broadway@ The Art House debut. SiriusXM radio star Seth Rudetsky joins him as pianist and host. For tickets please visit www.ptownarthouse.com or call 508-487-9222.

Tony Winner Andrea Martin to Return to Provincetown, 6/28-29
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 9, 2014


Andrea Martin is a two-time Emmy Award winner for the critically acclaimed sketch comedy series SCTV, and is also a two-time Tony Award winner. She won her second and most recent Tony Award last June of 2013 for her performance as Berthe in the Broadway revival of "Pippin" directed by Diane Paulus and her first award was for the musical 'My Favorite Year.' She is currently starring on Broadway at Lincoln Center in "Act One" by James Lapine opposite Tony Shalhoub. She is also filming a new television sitcom "Working The Engels" written by Katie Ford ("Miss Congeniality," "Desperate Housewives") which is now filming in Toronto. On June 28 and 29, this comic star of stage and screen returns to Broadway@ The Art House for the first time since its inaugural season in 2011. SiriusXM radio star Seth Rudetsky joins her as pianist and host for an evening of music and hilarity. For tickets please visit www.markcortalepresents.com/the-art-house or call 508-487-9222.

Oxygen to Premiere New Docu-Series SISTERHOOD OF HIP HOP, 8/12
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 9, 2014


Oxygen Media introduces the next generation of female emcees in the new docu-series, "Sisterhood of Hip Hop" premiering Tuesday, August 12 at 9 PM ET/PT.

Taylor Swift & Alicia Keys Will Likely Join Hudson on FINDING NEVERLAND Concept Album
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 9, 2014


Hudson, along with Alica Keys and Taylor Swift, will most likely be involved in a 'Finding Neverland' concept album, set to be released shortly before the show comes to Broadway.

STAGE TUBE: Jennifer Hudson Performs Song from FINDING NEVERLAND at Tony Awards
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 8, 2014


Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson performed a song from the Broadway-bound musical FINDING NEVERLAND tonight at the 2014 Tony Awards - check it out below!

Gentleman's Guide y Hedwig son los vencedores de los Tony 2014
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jun 8, 2014


'A Gentleman's Guide To Love And Murder' (Mejor Direccion, Mejor Libreto, Mejor Vestuario y Mejor Musical) y 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' (Mejor Actor para Neil Patrick Harris, Mejor Actriz de reparto para Lena Hall, Mejor Iluminación y Mejor Revival de un musical) empatan, en una edicion facilmente olvidable.

Jennifer Hudson to be a Part of the Concept Album for Upcoming Show FINDING NEVERLAND
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 8, 2014


Some people have been complaining about Jennifer Hudson's scheduled appearance on tonight's Tony Awards- claiming that it is 'unprecedented' because she isn't on Broadway. For her performance, she will be singing a song from Finding Neverland, which is currently in the works for next Spring. Hudson will not be starring in the show when it hits Broadway; however, Harvey Weinstein defended her and told Deadline that Hudson has a big role in forming the new show.

2014 Tony Awards - Carrie Dunn's Live BRITSNARK Blog
by Robert Diamond - Jun 8, 2014


Welcome to Carrie Dunn's 2014 Tony Awards Live Blog! Follow along for her trademarked BRITSNARK, all about Broadway's biggest night.

SOUND OFF: The 2014 Tony Awards - Diva History Is Made, A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE Is Found & HEDWIG Really Rocks
by Robert Diamond - Jun 9, 2014


'Wolverine in tap shoes,' and far beyond, Hugh Jackman brought the bravado and belted with some dynamite divas as amiable emcee of the 2014 Tony Awards, while A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER was the big Best Musical winner of the evening. Plus, newly crowned Tony king Neil Patrick Harris got lucky in front of an audience of millions in full crazypants HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH drag, while Audra McDonald made history by winning her sixth statuette. And, Oz course, a WICKED 10th anniversary, too!

2014 Tony Awards Rehearsal - Editor-in-Chief Robert Diamond's LIVE Blog!
by Robert Diamond - Jun 8, 2014


It's Tony Sunday! The greatest day of the year has finally arrived. If you're like me (and if you're reading this, you are) - you're up early, and following BroadwayWorld.com for what's going to be a FULL day of fun, excitement and TONYS TONYS TONYS!

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