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Encores! THE BAND WAGON Traveling to Broadway?
by Rialto Chatter - Nov 4, 2014


According to the New York Post, director and choreographer Kathleen Marshall could be "shepherding" Encores! THE BAND WAGON to Broadway before the Tony Awards cutoff.

SIDE SHOW, FINDING NEVERLAND & More Set for Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 4, 2014


?NBC and Macy's today announced the lineup of the best of Broadway set to perform at the 88thAnnual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®. On Thursday, Nov. 27, Broadway's best shows will take to the streets of New York for special performances on the telecast of the annual spectacle (9 a.m.-noon in all time zones.)

Public Theater Extends Suzan-Lori Parks' FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 3, 2014


The Public Theater announced a two-week extension today for the critically acclaimed FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS (PARTS 1, 2 & 3), a world premiere play written by Public Theater Master Writer Chair Suzan-Lori Parks. Directed by Jo Bonney, FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS (PARTS 1, 2 & 3) began previews on Tuesday, October 14 in the Anspacher Theater and was originally scheduled to close on Sunday, November 16. It will now run an additional two weeks through Sunday, November 30.

Photo Flash: First Look at Signature Theatre's OUR LADY OF KIBEHO, Directed by Michael Greif
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 3, 2014


Signature Theatre presents the World Premiere of OUR LADY OF KIBEHO by Katori Hall, directed by Michael Greif. The production runs through December 7, 2014 with a November 16 opening night in The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues). Check out a first look below!

Idina Menzel, Sting, Nick Jonas & More Set for MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 3, 2014


Today, Macy's announced that Sting, composer of Broadway's THE LAST SHIP, Idina Menzel star if Broadway's IF/THEN, and Nick Jonas will be among the stars appearaing at the 88th annual MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE.

Broadway's THE LAST SHIP Offering Discount for Union Members
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 31, 2014


THE LAST SHIP on Broadway will offer a special discount, effective immediately, for union members who present a union card when purchasing tickets at the box office at the Neil Simon Theatre, 250 W. 52 Street. 'Work is a sacrament, an outward sign of inward grace,' preaches Father O'Brien, the salty and profane priest featured in Sting's new musical, THE LAST SHIP. This musical that celebrates the men and women who still make things and who devote their lives to their work, opened Sunday, October 26.

Kyle Dean Massey to Remain with PIPPIN National Tour for Washington DC Engagement
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 31, 2014


The producers of the Tony-winning revival of PIPPIN have announced that Kyle Dean Massey will assume the role of Pippin beginning November 4 at the Hollywood Pantages in Los Angeles. PIPPIN makes its Washington, D.C., premiere at the National Theatre December 16 through January 4, with Massey in the role.

BWW Reviews: Stoppard's THE REAL THING Sings Its Heart Out
by Michael Dale - Oct 31, 2014


Sam Gold's revival of Tom Stoppard's marriage drama gets a jukebox touch.

Review Roundup: THE REAL THING Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - Oct 30, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company presents Tom Stoppard's Tony Award-winning play, The Real Thing, starring Ewan McGregor as 'Henry' and Maggie Gyllenhaal as 'Annie' in their Broadway debuts; Cynthia Nixon as 'Charlotte' and Josh Hamilton as 'Max.' Sam Gold directs the cast of seven, which also includes Alex Breaux as 'Brodie,' Ronan Raftery as 'Billy' and Madeline Weinstein as 'Debbie.' The Real Thing officially opens tonight, October 30, 2014 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway. Let's see what the critics had to say...

Kyle Dean Massey to Join Cast of PIPPIN National Tour in Los Angeles Straight from Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 30, 2014


The Nederlander Organization and the producers of the Tony Winning revival of PIPPIN have announced that Kyle Dean Massey will assume the role of Pippin beginning Tuesday, Nov 4th at the Hollywood Pantages in Los Angeles. He will be replacing Matthew James Thomas who takes his final bow on Sunday, November 2nd.

BWW Reviews: FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS (PARTS 1, 2 & 3) is Suzan-Lori Parks' Civil War Odyssey
by Michael Dale - Oct 30, 2014


Parks emulates Greek drama in the first three parts of her nine-play cycle.

Review Roundup: LIPS TOGETHER, TEETH APART Opens at Second Stage
by Review Roundups - Oct 29, 2014


Second Stage Theatre's production of Terrence McNally's play, Lips Together, Teeth Apart, directed by Peter DuBois, opens tonight, October 29, 2014. Let's see what the critics had to say...

Off-Broadway's SORRY Set for 'Theater Close-Up' on THIRTEEN Tonight
by TV News Desk - Oct 30, 2014


Beyond the bright lights of Broadway - the electric signage that led to its moniker as 'The Great White Way' - exists another world: Off-Broadway, a varied and rich wellspring of creativity and innovation.

Casts of Broadway's PIPPIN, MATILDA to Perform on CBS's Thanksgiving Day Parade, 11/27
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 29, 2014


"Entertainment Tonight's" Kevin Frazier and "The Insider's" Thea Andrews will anchor what is now a CBS Thanksgiving tradition in its 54th year, which will feature portions of the 87th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade live from New York City.

HEDWIG's Hair & Make-Up Artists Share Step-by-Step Halloween Make-Up Tutorial
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 29, 2014


HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH hair and makeup designer Mike Potter and assistant hair and makeup designer Nicole Bridgeford share a step by step makeup tutorial

Review Roundup: FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS (Parts 1, 2 & 3) Opens at the Public
by Review Roundups - Oct 28, 2014


Tonight, October 28, The Public Theater officially opens Suzan-Lori Parks' FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS (PARTS 1, 2 & 3). Let's see what the critics had to say...

Second Stage's LIPS TOGETHER, TEETH APART Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 29, 2014


Second Stage Theatre's production of Terrence McNally's play, Lips Together, Teeth Apart, directed by Peter DuBois, officially opens tonight, October 29, 2014.

Photo Flash: First Look at Tracie Thoms & John Hawkes in MTC's LOST LAKE
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 28, 2014


Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Lost Lake, the new play by Tony and Pulitzer Prize winner David Auburn, directed by Tony Award winner Daniel Sullivan, is now in previews for a Tuesday, November 11 opening night at MTC at New York City Center - Stage I (131 West 55th Street). Check out a first look at the production below!

InDepth InterView Exclusive: Vanessa Williams Talks NY Philharmonic SHOW BOAT, Plus THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL NYC Vs. LA, INTO THE WOODS Memories & More
by Pat Cerasaro - Oct 29, 2014


Today we are talking to a world famous triple-threat star of stage and screen who first shot to fame in the 1980s as the first African American Miss America and found considerable success as a recording artist and actress thereafter, the divine Vanessa Williams. Sharing sage wisdom from her life and career as well as reflecting on many of her most popular properties to date, Williams reveals some of her many secrets to success while also looking ahead to next month's hotly anticipated all-star concert presentation of legendary Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein musical SHOW BOAT, co-starring Julian Ovenden, Norm Lewis, Jane Alexander and many more along with the New York Philharmonic under the direction of Ted Sperling. Also, Williams shares her enthusiasm for setting out to create new renditions of some of SHOW BOAT's most noted selections, including 'Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man Of Mine'. Additionally, Williams opens up about her multiple musical theatre endeavors highlighting the work of Stephen Sondheim, including the Tony Award-winning 2002 Best Revival production of INTO THE WOODS and the recent original revue SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM. Plus, Williams details her ongoing participation in THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL, after having starred in the well-received Broadway production last season and now finishing up headlining the Los Angeles production before bringing the drama to Boston. All of that, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN memories, saving Audra McDonald's wedding day and much, much more with one of Broadway's brightest stars!

BWW Spooktacular - Our Top 10 Broadway-Themed Halloween Costumes
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 29, 2014


With Halloween just days away, it's time once again for BWW's Top 10 Broadway-themed costumes to help make your holiday festivities extra special.

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