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Kevin Spacey Directs World Premiere of COMPLICIT for Old Vic's 2009 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 7, 2009


The Old Vic announced a new line up of productions for 2009 that will begin in January with the World Premiere of the new play, COMPLICIT by Joe Sutton and directed in-the-round by Kevin Spacey. Following the hugely successful The Norman Conquests, which runs through to late December 2008, the new program brings further diversity and originality to one of London's oldest theatres.

Broadway Bound DIRTY DANCING to 'Dance' into the Neil Simon Theatre in 2009?
by Eddie Varley - Oct 22, 2008


Daily Variety is reporting that the international stage hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage could be making itself a home on Broadway at the Neil Simon Theatre after current resident Hairspray takes its final bow. While no official plans have been confirmed, inside word is that 'Dancing' looks to be eyeing the space for it's Rialto bow. There is no word on an exact date for a Broadway opening, but insiders predict a Fall 2009 start for the film to stage tuner.

Kevin Spacey Directs World Premiere of COMPLICIT for Old Vic's 2009 Season
by Reynard Loki - Oct 22, 2008


The Old Vic announced a new line up of productions for 2009 that will begin in January with the World Premiere of the new play, COMPLICIT by Joe Sutton and directed in-the-round by Kevin Spacey. Following the hugely successful The Norman Conquests, which runs through to late December 2008, the new program brings further diversity and originality to one of London's oldest theatres.

DIRTY DANCING Extends Chicago Run Through 1/17
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 16, 2008


Broadway In Chicago is delighted to announce that Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage will extend its Chicago engagement to January 17, 2009.

Tickets on Sale for East Coast 'Dirty Dancing' Premiere in Boston 10/5
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 5, 2008


The international stage hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage will make its Pre-Broadway East Coast premiere at the Boston Opera House for a limited engagement February 7 through March 15, 2009. Tickets go on sale to the public Sunday, October 5th at 10AM. For full ticketing information please go to the end of this release. Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is part of the Lexus Boston Area Dealers Broadway Across America - Boston Series.

Tickets for East Coast 'Dirty Dancing' Premiere in Boston 10/5
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 1, 2008


The international stage hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage will make its Pre-Broadway East Coast premiere at the Boston Opera House for a limited engagement February 7 through March 15, 2009. Tickets go on sale to the public Sunday, October 5th at 10AM. For full ticketing information please go to the end of this release. Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is part of the Lexus Boston Area Dealers Broadway Across America - Boston Series.

Dirty Dancing Releases Cast Recording Today, 9/30
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 30, 2008


The movie Dirty Dancing is a legendary entertainment phenomenon. And now American audiences can enjoy the European record-breaking live experience Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage and the Masterworks Broadway original cast recording, which will be released on Tuesday, September 30, 2008.

Keach and Cox Kick Off National Frost/Nixon Tour TONIGHT in Des Moines, IA
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 30, 2008


Tonight, September 30th the first performance of the national Frost/Nixon tour will begin in Des Moines, IA The 2007 Tony Award® -nominated new play by Peter Morgan, the award-winning author of The Last King of Scotland and The Queen, will run at the Des Moines Civic Center through October 5th.

'Dirty Dancing' Makes Its Way To Chicago Stage 9/28
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2008


Producer Jacobsen Entertainment, in association with Lionsgate and Magic Hour Productions, of the international hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is pleased to announce principal casting for the upcoming pre-Broadway U.S. premiere.

TV: In Conversation with Frost/Nixon National Tour Stars Keach and Cox
by Eddie Varley - Sep 23, 2008


The the stars of the upcoming national tour of The Donmar Warehouse production of Frost/Nixon by Peter Morgan, met the press on Friday, September 19th at the New 42nd Street Studios. Award-winning stage and screen actor Stacy Keach takes on the role of President Richard Nixon and is joined by Alan Cox as David Frost. BroadwayWorld TV had the opportunity to chat with the play's celebrated leads.

Photo Coverage: Frost/Nixon National Tour Meet & Greet
by Eddie Varley - Sep 21, 2008


The full cast for the upcoming national tour of The Donmar Warehouse production of Frost/Nixon by Peter Morgan, met the press on Friday, September 19th at the New 42nd Street Studios. Award-winning stage and screen actor Stacy Keach takes on the role of President Richard Nixon joined by Alan Cox as David Frost. BroadwayWorld.com was invited to share the afternoon with the cast and creative team as they took a break from rehearsals and posed for the media cameras!

Noel Coward's 'Brief Encounter' Extends For Last Time
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 27, 2008


Noel Coward's 'BRIEF ENCOUNTER' live on stage at 'The Cinema On The Haymarket' in the West End will extend its season for the final time, finishing on Sunday 16 November, closing after 350 performances and prior to a 25-week national tour.

Keach and Cox To Star In National Frost/Nixon Tour
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 6, 2008


The full cast for the tour of Frost/Nixon, the 2007 Tony Award® -nominated new play by Peter Morgan, the award-winning author of The Last King of Scotland and The Queen, has been announced.

Dirty Dancing Announces Complete Cast For National Tour
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 4, 2008


Producer Jacobsen Entertainment, in association with Lionsgate and Magic Hour Productions, of the international hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is pleased to announce full casting for the upcoming pre-Broadway U.S. premiere.

'Dirty Dancing' Announces Principal Casting!
by Chicago News Desk - Jun 30, 2008


'Dirty Dancing' Makes Its Way To Chicago Stage 9/28
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2008


Producer Jacobsen Entertainment, in association with Lionsgate and Magic Hour Productions, of the international hit Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is pleased to announce principal casting for the upcoming pre-Broadway U.S. premiere.

Noel Coward's 'Brief Encounter' Extends At Haymarket
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2008


Noel Coward's 'BRIEF ENCOUNTER' live on stage at 'The Cinema On The Haymarket' in the West End is extending its season by four months until 19 October.

'Dirty Dancing' Adds Boston To US Premiere List In '09
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2008


Already a worldwide phenomenon, DIRTY DANCING - The Classic Story On Stage is breaking box office records all over the world-Australia, Germany, UK, Canada, Holland and most recently with the announcements of the U.S. premiere in Chicago and the West Coast premiere in Los Angeles. Now its Boston's turn to get ready for 'the time of your life.'

'Dirty Dancing' Coming To LA @ Pantages Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2008


Already a worldwide phenomenon, DIRTY DANCING - The Classic Story On Stage is breaking box office records all over the world-Australia, Germany, UK, Canada, Holland and most recently with the announcement of the U.S. premiere in Chicago, and now it's Los Angeles' turn to get ready for 'the time of your life.'

'Frost/Nixon' National Tour to Star Stacy Keach
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2008


Frost/Nixon, the Tony Award winning new play by Peter Morgan, will embark on a national tour with award winning actor Stacy Keach, portraying the role of President Richard Nixon.

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