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Photo Flash: Leapin' Lizards! ANNIE Begins Previews Tonight - Meet the Cast
by Robert Diamond - Oct 3, 2012


ANNIE, the new production of the Tony Award-winning musical, went into rehearsal today in New York City with its full company. The production begins previews October 3, 2012 and opens November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street). Meet the full cast below!

The Second City Improv Comes to MN's O'Shaughnessy Auditorium, 10/12
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2012


St Kate's Student Activities & The O'Shaughnessy present The Second City Improv All Stars on Friday, October 12th at 8:00 PM.

The Emelin Theatre Announces Fall 2012 Lineup
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 11, 2012


The Emelin Theatre has announced its fall 2012 season. Celebrating 40 years this November, the Emelin brings the best in live performing arts to Westchester County with its high quality and affordable programs offering a broad mix of entertainment appealing to all ages and tastes. This fall the Emelin will present award-winning musicians; family favorites; outstanding comedy and theatre; a return of classical music featuring the world-renowned Juillard String Quartet; and more.

Photo Flash: Meet the Full Cast of ANNIE, Now in Rehearsal!
by Meet the Cast - Aug 16, 2012


ANNIE, the new production of the Tony Award-winning musical, went into rehearsal today in New York City with its full company. The production begins previews October 3, 2012 and opens November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street). Meet the full cast below!

Universal's 100th Anniversary Collection Coming to Blu-ray/DVD 11/6
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 16, 2012


For 100 years, Universal Pictures has been entertaining audiences all around the world with some of the most unforgettable movies ever made. For a limited time only, own a piece of Hollywood history with the Universal 100th Anniversary Collection arriving on Blu-ray™ and DVD on November 6, 2012 from Universal Studios Home Entertainment.

Jennifer Hudson Performs on CBS's BOSTON POPS FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR Tonight, 7/4
by BWW News Desk - Jul 4, 2012


Academy Award and GRAMMY(R) Award-winning superstar Jennifer Hudson will perform on the BOSTON POPS FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR, an entertainment special to be broadcast live from the Charles River Esplanade in Boston, tonight, July 4 (10:00-11:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network.

ELEPHANT ROOM, THE ROYALE, et al. Set for CTG's Kirk Douglas Theatre in 2012-13
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2012


Center Theatre Group Artistic Director Michael Ritchie has set the 2012-2013 season at the CTG/Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City. In a season of contrasts - of surprising comedy and startling drama, the 2012-2013 season at the Kirk Douglas Theatre will include the magical and mystical hi-jinks of the CTG-commissioned "Elephant Room" by Trey Lyford, Geoff Sobelle and Steve Cuiffo; the acclaimed Gate Theatre Dublin production of the Beckett classic "Krapp's Last Tape" with one of Britain's greatest actors, John Hurt; the comic genius of The Second City with their unique, satirical twist on a Dickens's favorite - "A Christmas Carol: Twist Your Dickens!" written by Peter Gwinn and Bobby Mort; the world premiere of the otherworldly drama "The Nether" by the 2012 Susan Blackburn Smith prize-winning playwright Jennifer Haley; and the world premiere of the powerful boxing drama "The Royale" by Los Angeles playwright Marco Ramirez.

Jennifer Hudson to Perform on CBS's BOSTON POPS FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR, 7/4
by Caryn Robbins - May 29, 2012


Academy Award and GRAMMY(R) Award-winning superstar Jennifer Hudson will perform on the BOSTON POPS FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR, an entertainment special to be broadcast live from the Charles River Esplanade in Boston, Wednesday, July 4 (10:00-11:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Maltz Jupiter Theatre's 2012/13 Limited Engagements Go On Sale Today, 5/7
by BWW News Desk - May 7, 2012


The Maltz Jupiter Theatre is kicking off its 10th anniversary season celebration with a spectacular lineup of outstanding concerts, plays, special events and more!

Maltz Jupiter Theatre's 2012/13 Limited Engagements Go On Sale 5/7
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 23, 2012


The Maltz Jupiter Theatre is kicking off its 10th anniversary season celebration with a spectacular lineup of outstanding concerts, plays, special events and more!

THE BLUES BROTHERS to Get Broadway Musical?
by Harmony Wheeler - Apr 6, 2012


According to Hollywood Reporter, the recently created Blues Brothers Approved Ventures LLC and Panacea Entertainment, with oversight by Panacea founder and chairman Eric Gardner, have teamed up to manage the Blues Brothers property. The group is considering the production of a Blues Brothers Broadway musical in addition to the already announced television series developed by Dan Akroyd, Judy Belushi and Eric Gardner. Other possibilities include an animated series, a Las Vegas residency for the currently touring Official Blues Brothers Revue, licensing, endorsement, a branded radio network, book publishing, telephony and a greater social media presence, Hollywood Reporter writes.

The Gallo Center Presents TRIBUTE TO THE BLUES BROTHERS, 3/30-31
by BWW News Desk - Mar 30, 2012


The Gallo Center for the Arts will bring The All New original Tribute to The Blues Brothers to Modesto for two performances on Friday, March 30 and Saturday, March 31 at 8:00 PM. Live on stage, Jake and Elwood turn up the heat with rhythm 'n' blues hits like Everybody Needs Somebody to Love, Soul Man, and Think, from the blockbuster movie.

STAGE TUBE: Josh Gad Talks THE BOOK OF MORMON on CHELSEA LATELY
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 14, 2012


THE BOOK OF MORMON's Tony nominee Josh Gad just visited 'Chelsea Lately' last night, March 13, where he chatted about starring in the hit musical, being mistaken for John Belushi, and more. Click below to check out the full interview!

Blues Brothers Tribute Hits Bass Performance Hall, 3/19
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 10, 2012


Dust off your porkpie hat, shine your dancing shoes and don your Ray Bans: Performing Arts Fort Worth welcomes The All New Original Tribute to the Blues Brothers to Bass Performance Hall on Monday, March 19, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $22, and are on sale now.

Casey Nicholaw to Helm New ANIMAL HOUSE Musical; Barenaked Ladies to Write Score!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 5, 2012


Universal Pictures Stage Productions, in association with producers Jeffrey Richards, Jerry Frankel and James L. Nederlander, today announced that they are developing a musical based on the classic 1978 Universal comedy, National Lampoon's Animal House. Matty Simmons is Executive Producer.

Dan Aykroyd and Judy Belushi to Present Blues Brothers Revue, 3/5
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2012


Dan Aykroyd and Judith Belushi have announced a special star-studded performance of The Official Blues Brothers Revue to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the passing of John Belushi a/k/a 'Joliet Jake'.

BLUES BROTHERS Show Comes To Marcus Center's Vogel Hall Thru 3/4
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2012


The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts is set to present The Official Blues Brothers Revue as part of the Off Broadway Series in Vogel Hall through March 4.

The Gallo Center Presents TRIBUTE TO THE BLUES BROTHERS, 3/30-31
by Harmony Wheeler - Mar 1, 2012


The Gallo Center for the Arts will bring The All New original Tribute to The Blues Brothers to Modesto for two performances on Friday, March 30 and Saturday, March 31 at 8:00 PM. Live on stage, Jake and Elwood turn up the heat with rhythm 'n' blues hits like Everybody Needs Somebody to Love, Soul Man, and Think, from the blockbuster movie.

BLUES BROTHERS Show Comes To Marcus Center's Vogel Hall 3/2-4
by BWW News Desk - Mar 2, 2012


The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts is set to present The Official Blues Brothers Revue as part of the Off Broadway Series in Vogel Hall on March 2-4.

Dan Aykroyd and Judy Belushi to Present Blues Brothers Revue, 3/5
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 28, 2012


Dan Aykroyd and Judith Belushi have announced a special star-studded performance of The Official Blues Brothers Revue to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the passing of John Belushi a/k/a 'Joliet Jake'.

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