John Anthony News

Aida is widely considered one of the grandest of grand operas. The task of converting it to a Broadway musical was a daunting one. Book writers Linda Woolverton, Robert Falls, and David Henry Hwang took liberties with the original libretto in a manner they believed would make the plot more relatable to the general public - while that is a question of taste, what is could not be changed was the epic size of the story - Pharaohs, Kings, and Princesses implicitly carry a certain about of gravitas. And the WPPAC production delivers in a big - very big way.

Elton John & Tim Rice's AIDA is an epic tale of love, loyalty and betrayal, with an exhilarating Tony and Grammy Award winning score by Elton John & Tim Rice. 

The White Plains Performing Arts Center (WPPAC) is proud to announce the cast for Elton John & Tim Rice's AIDA, playing October 11-27, 2019.

This Fall DO40 is saluting and celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and the 100th birthday of DO40 Advisory Board member Marge Champion. 

This Fall DO40 is saluting and celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and the 100th birthday of DO40 Advisory Board member Marge Champion. Special guests and performances from the Joseph cast include Bill Hutton (Joseph), Gordon Stanley (Jacob), Conductor David Friedman, along with Stephen McNaughton, Stephen Hope, Lorraine Barrett, Philip Carruba, Jonni Masella, Dorothy Dybisz, Katharine Buffaloe-Harris, Barry Tarallo, Michael Deane and Karen Bogan. There will be representation from the BAM production as well as Broadway. And, musical accompaniment by the always great Steven Webber.

According to their website, WPPAC's STAGE 2 'bridges the gap between the WPPAC Educational Department offerings and the Mainstage, giving college and community performers the opportunity to work in a regional theatre setting under the guidance of professional artists.' No such disclaimer is necessary for their new production of Tuck Everlasting, it is every bit as first-rate as their mainstage productions.

The challenge of any theatre company is finding the right actors for each role. In TUCK EVERLASTING, WPPAC believes they have done just that. Therefore, the White Plains Performing Arts Center (WPPAC) Stage 2 program is proud to announce the cast for the Westchester Premiere of TUCK EVERLASTING, playing August 2-11, 2019.

For one night only on May 15th, 2019, 7 actors will perform 7 short works by 7 emerging playwrights participating in Athena Theatre Company's Athena Writes 2019 Playwriting Fellowship. Proceeds from the evening will seed the further growth and development of Athena Writes fellows and their projects.

The New York premiere of 'I Carry Your Heart,' written by Georgette Kelly and directed Cate Caplin is now being performed at 59E59 Street Theaters. This important show shines a light the subject of organ donation from multiple perspectives.

SouthTech Academy, an A-rated charter high school in Boynton Beach with a 98 percent graduation rate, will be able to enhance three key programs thanks to a major gift from the Virginia and Harvey Kimmel Family Fund of the Community Foundation of Palm Beach and Martin Counties.

Next week, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents JOHN ANTHONY in "JOHN ANTHONY SINGS GEORGE MICHAEL" on November 14th, 2018 at 7pm. Vocalist John Anthony celebrates the music of iconic artist George Michael, featuring hits from George's days with Wham!, solo album FAITH and introspective album cuts.

The 68th Broadway At Music Circus season begins June 12 with the beloved musical comedy Singin' in the Rain. Based on the film starring Gene Kelly as a dashing leading man in Hollywood's golden age, widely considered 'The Greatest Movie Musical of All Time,' the show features glorious dance sequences, riotous comedy routines and unforgettable songs. Performances of Singin'in the Rain are Tuesday, June 12 through Sunday, June 17 at the Wells Fargo Pavilion.

Next to Normal is an award-winning (see below) rock musical centering on a mother struggling with bipoloar disorder and the effects her illness has on her family. It has been called one of the best musicals of the 21st century.

Next to Normal is an award-winning rock musical centering on a mother struggling with bipolar disorder and the effects that her illness has on her family. It has been called one of the best musicals of the 21st century.

Next to Normal is an award-winning rock musical centering on a mother struggling with bipolar disorder and the effects that her illness has on her family. It has been called one of the best musicals of the 21st century.

Next to Normal is an award-winning rock musical centering on a mother struggling with bipolar disorder and the effects that her illness has on her family. It has been called one of the best musicals of the 21st century.

This April, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

The LA Phil teams up with NPR's From the Top with Host Christopher O'Riley, the preeminent showcase for young musicians, heard weekly on KUSC 91.5 FM, to record a radio broadcast featuring five extraordinary young classical musicians from across Los Angeles performing alongside the Los Angeles Philharmonic conducted by Paolo Bortolameolli.

NETworks Presentations presents the Boston engagement of ELF THE MUSICAL. Presented in Boston by the Boch Center and The Madison Square Garden Company, the show will play tomorrow, November 28 through December 10, 2017 at the Boch Center Wang Theatre. Press night is set for Wednesday, November 29 at 7:00 pm. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!