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Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Danai Gurira, Tamara Tunie and More for FAMILIAR at Playwrights Horizons
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2016


Playwrights Horizons presents the New York premiere of FAMILIAR, a new play by Obie Award winner Danai Gurira, directed by Rebecca Taichman. Previews begin Friday, February 12 at Playwrights Horizons' Mainstage Theater (416 West 42nd Street). Opening Night is set for Thursday, March 3 with a limited engagement through March 27. The company just kicked off rehearsals, and BroadwayWorld has photos from the first day below!

VIDEO: ECLIPSED Playwright Danai Gurira Introduces FAMILIAR, a Zimbabwean-American Story
by Michael Dale - Jan 15, 2016


While ECLIPSED prepares for its Broadway transfer Gurira's new drama begins previewing at Playwrights Horizons.

Tony Winner Tamara Tunie & More to Star in Danai Gurira's FAMILIAR at Playwrights Horizons
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 4, 2016


  Playwrights Horizons has announced casting for FAMILIAR, the New York premiere of a new play by Obie Award winner Danai Gurira (the Broadway-bound Eclipsed, In the Continuum, The Convert, Michonne on AMC's "The Walking Dead").  Directed by Rebecca Taichman (Stage Kiss, Milk Like Sugar at PH; The Oldest Boy; Marie Antoinette; Luck of the Irish; Orlando), the play is the fourth production of the theater company's 2015/2016 Season.   

Sara Bareilles Sings From WAITRESS Album; Watch the Lyric Video for 'She Used to Be Mine'!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 25, 2015


The world premiere, Broadway-bound musicalWaitress, based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly, with a book by Jessie Nelson, music & lyrics by Sara Bareilles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock, wraps up this weekend at American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University. The show won't open in New York until the Spring, but fans need not wait that long for a taste of what's to come. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Bareilles will release an album of songs from the show, titled What's Inside: Songs From Waitress, this fall through Epic Records. The single 'She Used to Be Mine' will be released digitally tomorrow, September 24.

Sara Bareilles Will Release Album of Songs from WAITRESS This Fall; First Single Drops Tomorrow!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 24, 2015


The world premiere, Broadway-bound musicalWaitress, based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly, with a book by Jessie Nelson, music & lyrics by Sara Bareilles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock, wraps up this weekend at American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University. The show won't open in New York until the Spring, but fans need not wait that long for a taste of what's to come. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Bareilles will release an album of songs from the show, titled What's Inside: Songs From Waitress, this fall through Epic Records. The single 'She Used to Be Mine' will be released digitally tomorrow, September 24.

Regional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 8/28; WAITRESS at A.R.T., Signature's THE FIX, RING OF FIRE in Chicago and More!
by BWW Special Coverage - Aug 28, 2015


This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Boston, Chicago, Ireland and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include WAITRESS at A.R.T., RING OF FIRE in Chicago, and THE FIX in Washington, DC, just to name a few.

BWW REVIEW: WAITRESS Tests Its Recipe for Success at A.R.T.
by Jan Nargi - Aug 24, 2015


WAITRESS, the promising new musical adaptation of the 2007 indie rom-com that starred Kerri Russell and Nathan Fillion, may need a bit more shaking and baking before it's ready to contend for Broadway's Blue Ribbon. However, singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles, screenwriter-turned-librettist Jessie Nelson, director Diane Paulus and star Jessie Mueller have stirred enough tasty ingredients into their bittersweet concoction to whet the audience's appetite for a second serving.

Review Roundup: World Premiere of Broadway-Bound WAITRESS Starring Jessie Mueller at A.R.T.
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 21, 2015


The world premiere, Broadway-bound musicalWaitress, based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly, with a book by Jessie Nelson, music & lyrics by Sara Bareilles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock, officially opened last night, August 20th, at American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University.

Broadway-Bound WAITRESS Musical, Starring Jessie Mueller, Opens Tonight at A.R.T.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2015


The world premiere, Broadway-bound musical Waitress, based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly, with a book by Jessie Nelson, music & lyrics by Sara Bareilles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock, officially opens tonight, August 20th, at American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University.

STAGE TUBE: Audience Reactions to WAITRESS at A.R.T. - Plus Clips!
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 14, 2015


The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus presents the world premiere musical Waitress. Based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly the new musical has a book by Jessie Nelson, music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock. Check out the audience reactions to the show below, plus a few clips!

STAGE TUBE: Sara Bareilles and Diane Paulus Talk WAITRESS THE MUSICAL on CBS - Plus Clips of the Show!
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 13, 2015


The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus presents the world premiere musical Waitress. Based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly the new musical has a book by Jessie Nelson, music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock. Below, CBS Boston spoke with Bareilles and Tony-winning director Diane Paulus about the show.  Check out the video below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Jessie Mueller, Keala Settle, and Jeanna de Waal in WAITRESS THE MUSICAL at A.R.T.
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 7, 2015


BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the brand new production shots of WAITRESS THE MUSICAL! The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus will present the world premiere musical Waitress. Based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly the new musical has a book by Jessie Nelson, music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock. Below, check out a first look at the cast in action!

Photo Flash: First-Released Photo of Jessie Mueller, Keala Settle, and Jeanna de Waal in WAITRESS at A.R.T.
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 4, 2015


BroadwayWorld brings you a first-released photo!  The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus will present the world premiere musical Waitress. Based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shelly the new musical has a book by Jessie Nelson, music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock. Below, check out the first-released production shot on their official Facebook page!

Photo Flash: It's Tech Week! Go Behind the Scenes of WAITRESS at the A.R.T.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 30, 2015


The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University, under the leadership of Artistic Director Diane Paulus will present the world premiere musical Waitress. Based on the motion picture written by Adrienne Shellythe new musical has a book by Jessie Nelson, music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, direction by Diane Paulus, and choreography by Chase Brock. Below, check out photos of the cast in tech rehearsals, as featured on the A.R.T.'s official Facebook page!

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL with Jessie Mueller, Sara Bareilles & More!
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 29, 2015


Just in!  Take a look inside WAITRESS rehearsals here just posted on American Repertory Theater's Facebook page!

PHOTO: 'Fresh Out of the Oven'! Poster Art Revealed for WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 16, 2015


The American Repertory Theater has revealed poster art for the World Premiere of WAITRESS on the production's official Facebook page along with the clever caption: Fresh out of the oven

Sara Bareilles Previews Two WAITRESS Songs!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jun 28, 2015


Sara Bareilles recently served the audience of the radio program, A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION a special treat.

Sara Bareilles Previews WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL On A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION Tonight
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 27, 2015


Get a free sample of WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL!

Jessie Mueller, Sara Bareilles & More At Convivial A.R.T. Cast Picnic For WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 25, 2015


WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL kicks back and enjoys some pie!

Jessie Mueller & More Bake Pies In Preparation For WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 24, 2015


WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL is popping fresh!

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