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Peter Frampton to Play State Theatre in July; Tickets on Sale Friday
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 29, 2016


Following another year of non-stop touring, Grammy Award-winner Peter Frampton is back on the road and set to play the historic State Theatre (805 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis) on Wednesday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m. Frampton remains one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock history, and will be performing a full evening of his classic hits including many from the electrifying "Frampton Comes Alive!," one of the top-selling live records of all time. With more than 16 million albums sold worldwide, the rock music icon is best known for his breakthrough hits including 'I Can't Stand It No More,' 'Baby, I Love Your Way,' 'Show Me The Way' and 'Do You Feel Like We Do.'

Tony Winner Levi Kreis to Headline DIVERSITY HONORS Benefit for Harvey Milk Foundation
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2016


Levi Kreis, Tony award-winning actor/singer will make a special appearance at Diversity Honors, the highly touted fundraiser for the Harvey Milk Foundation and The Pride Center at Equality Park at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 13, 2016 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, FL.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Rock Victoria Theatre, 4/8-9
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 28, 2016


Victoria Theater Association's Projects Unlimited Star Attractions presents the national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, April 8-9, 2016 at the historic Victoria Theatre. Tickets are on sale now at Ticket Center Stage, by calling 937-228-3630, toll-free 888-228-3630 or online at www.ticketcenterstage.com.

BWW Interview: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET'S Evan Buckley Harris on Playing Johnny Cash and April 3 Shows at Warner Theatre
by Vanessa Michaud - Mar 28, 2016


On Sunday, April 3rd, Washington, D.C., Metro Area audiences will have a chance to be transported to a historical day in 1956 at Sun Record Studios in Memphis, Tennessee. MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET shows how four of the biggest names in music - Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, and Carl Perkins - got together for the spontaneous jam session that was later hailed as one of the most influential moments in rock n' roll music history. Evan Buckley Harris, who plays Johnny Cash, took time out of his busy schedule to answer some questions for BroadwayWorld.com - Washington, DC about playing Johnny Cash and what audiences should expect.

Billy Gardell to Play 'Colonel Parker' in CMT's Adaptation of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 23, 2016


Mike & Molly star Billy Gardell will take on the role of Colonel Tom Parker, the legendary manager of Elvis Presley, in CMT's small screen adaptation of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Play at the Fox Theatre This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2016


The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, will play the Fox Theatre today, March 22 at 7:30 p.m.  

Regional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 3/18; 'Chilling' THE PILLOWMAN in Maine, LUNA GALE at CPH and More!
by BWW Special Coverage - Mar 18, 2016


This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature the top 10 stories in Norfolk, Cleveland, Austin and more. Check out featured list, which includes a 'chilling' THE PILLOWMAN in Maine, LUNA GALE at Cleveland Play House, and TARZAN at Georgetown Palace Theater, just to name a few.

'...FORUM,' SEX WITH STRANGERS, World Premiere and More Set for Geva's 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2016


Geva Theatre Center's Artistic Director Mark Cuddy and Executive Director Christopher Mannelli are proud to announce the 12 major productions and events of the much anticipated 2016-2017 Season, the non-profit theatre's 44th year of making professional theatre of a national standard in Rochester.

Wendell Scott Purrington Joins Ogunquit Playhouse's 'HUNCHBACK' as Chorus Master
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2016


The Ogunquit Playhouse is thrilled to announce that Wendell Scott Purrington has signed on as chorus master for the two 32-piece choruses that accompany the cast in the upcoming production of the brand new musical THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME on stage July 13 through August 6, 2016.

'ROCKY HORROR,' ANYTHING GOES & More Set for The Gateway's 2016 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 15, 2016


The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County is thrilled to announce its 2016 Season! Producing Broadway-caliber musicals starring professional actors, The Gateway kicks off its new season on Wednesday May 18 with five dazzling Broadway hits: Anything Goes, Million Dollar Quartet, Ain't Misbehavin', Priscilla Queen of Desert, and The Rocky Horror Show. Tickets start at $59 and go on sale to the public on Tuesday, March 22 at 10am. Full Season Subscription Membership is only available now through March 21 and includes tickets to all five Main Stage shows and exclusive membership perks. For more information, contact the Box Office at (631) 286-1133 or visit the website at www.TheGateway.org.

Chad Michael Murray to Lead CMT Series Inspired by Musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 14, 2016


CMT today announced that Chad Michael Murray ('Agent Carter,' 'Outlaws and Angels' and 'Texas Rising') will portray rock 'n' roll pioneer Sam Phillips in the upcoming scripted drama inspired by the musical 'Million Dollar Quartet.' Jennifer Holland ('American Pie Presents: The Book of Love,' 'American Horror Story') will play Sam's devoted wife Becky Phillips, while Margaret Anne Florence ('Inside Amy Schumer,' and '30 Rock')is set to play his assistant-turned-girlfriend, Marion Keisker. Production begins this spring in Memphis with the series slated to premiere this November on CMT.

BWW Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Rocks the House
by Marietta Lunceford - Mar 14, 2016


MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET grabs you from the very first moment with music. With no lead in other than the writing projected on the curtain before the show begins, "Blue Suede Shoes" starts the audience on a fast paced 90 minutes of almost continuous hits. And the music is definitely the star of the show.

Peter Frampton Extends RAW: An Acoustic Tour with Stop in Thousand Oaks
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2016


Thousand Oaks, CA -- After an overwhelming response from audiences for his first ever acoustic tour, Peter Frampton will extend the tour with a date at the Fred Kavli Theatre, tonight, March 12, 2016 at 8:00 pm.

Grammy Award-winning Guitarist Peter Frampton at Fallsview Casino
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 8, 2016


The man responsible for one of the best-selling live albums of all time is coming to Fallsview Casino for one night only in June.

Cockroach Theatre Company to Present Staged Reading of BRIGHT SIDE, A New Musical About Male Breast Cancer
by Louisa Brady - Mar 6, 2016


Cockroach Theatre Company and the Nevada Conservatory Theatre (NCT) are presenting a staged reading of "Bright Side", a new musical about the impacts of male breast cancer on a tenacious military family, April 9 and 10 at the Paul Harris Theatre on the UNLV campus.

Peter Frampton Featured on AT&T AUDIENCE Network Tonight
by TV News Desk - Mar 4, 2016


Tune in to AT&T AUDIENCE Network to watch 'Peter Frampton' TONIGHT, Friday, March 4 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT (DIRECTV Ch 239/U-verse Ch 1114).

Daniel Evans Announces Final Season as Artistic Director of Sheffield Theatres
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 4, 2016


Daniel Evans today announces his final season as Sheffield Theatres' Artistic Director, including the eagerly anticipated news of the Crucible's Christmas show, Irving Berlin's whip-cracking musical Annie Get Your Gun. The season also includes two world premieres on the Crucible stage - an adaptation of a classic novel and an exciting new musical set in Sheffield. A poignant moment in the city's history is told on the Studio stage along with a heart-warming family tale for the festive period.

CMT Announces Announces Casting for New Series MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 4, 2016


Coming this November, "Million Dollar Quartet," produced by Thinkfactory Media's Leslie Greif ("Hatfields & McCoys") and directed by Oscar nominee Roland Joffe, is a coming-of-age story set in the unraveling world of 1950s Memphis where music and race collide, ultimately creating pop music's first superstars.

CMT Announces Premiere Dates for New Series, Renews I LOVE KELLIE PICKLER
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 3, 2016


CMT is doubling its impressive slate of original award-winning programming, music events and documentaries including a new annual music tent-pole event 'Concert of the Summer,' the first round of casting for 'Million Dollar Quartet' (working title) and a second season order for 'I Love Kellie Pickler.' CMT also revealed the premiere dates for 'Still The King,' 'The Dude Perfect Show' and 'NASCAR: The Rise of American Speed' at the network's annual Upfront presentation held today at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to Launch First Ever UK Tour in Glasgow
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2016


MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET confirms Glasgow dates 56 years to the day Elvis Presley landed at Glasgow Prestwick Airport, claimed to be the only place in the United Kingdom he ever set foot.

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