Young Frankenstein Celebrated First Year on Broadway 11/8
by Eddie Varley
- Nov 11, 2008
Robert F.X. Sillerman and Mel Brooks and the company of The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, a new musical comedy from the creative team of the 12-time Tony Award winning smash The Producers, recently celebrated their one year anniversary. The show opened on Broadway November 8th 2007 at the Hilton Theatre (213 W 42nd St). Previews began October 11th 2007
Criss Angel Comes To Vegas
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 17, 2008
'CRISS ANGEL Believe' was unveiled today as the name of the highly anticipated new Cirque du Soleil production set to open at Luxor Las Vegas. CRISS ANGEL Believe starring Criss Angel will hold its Gala Premiere September 12, 2008, with preview performances beginning September 1, 2008.
Tickets go on sale today exclusively to the fans: Criss Angel Loyals, Cirque Club Members and Luxor Insiders. Tickets will be available to these groups online at http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/crissangel and http://www.crissangel.com.
The Name
On his death bed, legendary magician and escape artist, Harry Houdini told his wife the following; 'After my death, many people will claim that they are still able to communicate with me. If their claims are valid, they will be able to tell you a code word - that word is BELIEVE.'
Criss Angel is recognized as one of the most provocative artists in the world today. In an attempt to pay homage to the late/great Harry Houdini, Criss chose 'Believe' as the title for this unprecedented live experience.
The Show
CRISS ANGEL Believe will be a haunting exploration deep inside the inventive mind of mystifier Criss Angel as he hovers between the land of the living and a surreal world uniquely woven together by the distinctive imaginations of Criss Angel and Cirque du Soleil.
Unlike traditional magic-themed shows, CRISS ANGEL Believe transcends any preconceived notion of what it means to be emotionally engaged by the arts of mysticism and illusion. Imagine a fantasy, an allegory, a highly theatrical tableau of mood, reverie and emotion set against a backdrop of dreamlike darkness and light.
Criss Angel stars as a surreal, enigmatic Victorian Noble. Along a path of imaginative exploration, he encounters Kayala and Crimson, two women who represent different aspects of femininity, four bizarre Ushers, who will introduce the audience to the baroque theater of Criss's mind and a high-energy troupe of characters and dancers who mix a multitude of styles into a high-energy visual feast, punctuated by moments of grace and sensuality.
The stunning illusions in CRISS ANGEL Believe will not be presented as standalone elements, but as interdependent components using heightened imagery, fantastical creatures and impossible feats of legerdemain, all of which will be integrated into the dazzling, colorful fabric of the story.
CRISS ANGEL Believe will be presented in a custom-built theater at Luxor Las Vegas. Preview performances begin September 1 and the Gala Premiere will be held Friday, September 12, 2008.
The Creative Team:
Guide Guy Laliberte
Senior Vice President, Creative Content Gilles Ste-Croix
Original Idea, Co-Writer, Illusions Designer and Star Criss Angel
Director and Co-Writer Serge Denoncourt
Director of Creation Pierre Phaneuf
Associate Director of Creation Christiane Barette
Set Designer Ray Winkler
Costume Designer Meredith Caron
Composer, Musical Director and Arranger Eric Serra
Choreographer Wade Robson
Lighting Designer Jeanette Farmer
Images and Projections Designer Francis Laporte
Sound Designer Jonathan Deans
Acrobatic Equipment and Rigging Designer Jaque Paquin
Acrobatic Performance Designer Andre Simard
Props and Puppets Designer Michael Curry
Make-up Designer Nathalie Gagne
Illusions Department
Director of Illusions John Farrell
Show Schedule:
CRISS ANGEL Believe will be performed Friday through Tuesday with no shows on Wednesdays or Thursdays. Beginning September 1, there will be two shows nightly at 7p.m. & 10p.m. Please consult the most current show schedule at www.cirquedusoleil.com/crissangel and www.crissangel.com. Schedule is subject to change without notice.
The preview period will be from September 1 - September 11, 2008. The Gala premiere is scheduled for September 12, 2008. Regular performances will begin September 14, 2008.
Ticket Information:
Tickets are on pre-sale to Cirque Club members, Criss Angel Loyals and Luxor Insiders starting April 17, 2008. Ticket prices: $150, $125, $99, $79, $59 plus tax.
All preview performances* will be discounted 25 percent.
*Preview performances for CRISS ANGEL Believe begin September 1 and run through September 11. During these performances, the creative team is in the very final stages of production. The audience's reaction and participation is an important step in this process. The artistic team of CRISS ANGEL Believe reserves the right to interrupt the performance to make adjustments as necessary. Schedule is subject to change without notice.
To Reserve Tickets:
During the pre-sale period tickets will be exclusively available to Criss Angel Loyals, Cirque Club members and Luxor Insiders.
These groups can purchase tickets online at: www.cirquedusoleil.com/crissangel and www.crissangel.com
Following the pre-sale, an announcement will be made outlining when tickets will go on sale publicly.
The trademark Criss Angel Believe is owned by Angel Productions Worldwide, Inc. and used under license. The trademark Cirque du Soleil is owned by Cirque du Soleil and used under license.
Fosse's 'Dancin' Comes To Roundabout in Spring '09
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 21, 2008
Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director), in association with Greg Young, Elaine Krauss, Dancap Productions and Richard Levi, is proud to present a new Broadway production of Bob Fosse's DANCIN', directed by Graciela Daniele.
Cirque do Soleil Returns to Orange County with 'Corteo'
by BWW News Desk
- Oct 21, 2007
Cirque Du Soleil returns to Orange County after a four-year absence with the big top touring show Corteo, created and directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca beginning November 8 at the Orange County Fair & Exposition Center in Costa Mesa.
Young Frankenstein's Broadway Previews Begin Oct. 11
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 24, 2007
Robert F.X. Sillerman and Mel Brooks present The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, a new musical comedy from the creative team of the 12-time Tony Award winning smash The Producers
Photo Flash: Young Frankenstein!
by BWW
- Aug 16, 2007
Production photos of The New Mel Brooks Musical 'Young Frankenstein,' a new musical comedy which opens on Broadway November 8, 2007 at the Hilton Theatre.
'Frankenstein' Am Ex Tickets On Sale 7/11; Public Tix 7/28
by BWW News Desk
- Jul 11, 2007
Tickets for Young Frankenstein at the Hilton Theatre on Broadway will go on sale to the general public on Saturday, July 28th, following an exclusive American Express cardholder pre-sale beginning Sunday, July 11th
The Pirate Queen Cast Album Released July 3
by BWW News Desk
- Jul 3, 2007
Today, July 3rd, Masterworks Broadway releases the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's epic new musical The Pirate Queen
Full Casting Announced for Young Frankenstein Musical
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 25, 2007
Robert F.X. Sillerman and Mel Brooks present The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, a new musical comedy from the creative team of the 12-time Tony Award winning smash The Producers, opening on Broadway November 8th 2007 at the Hilton Theatre
Stephanie J. Block to Receive Sardi's Caricature
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 12, 2007
Stephanie J. Block, star of Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen will be honored with her caricature unveiling at the world famous Broadway eatery, Sardi's Restaurant
Young Frankenstein Announces Cast; To Open at Hilton November 8
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 8, 2007
The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, a new musical comedy from the creative team of the 12-time Tony Award winning smash The Producers, will open on Broadway November 8th 2007 at the Hilton Theatre (213 W 42nd St). Previews begin October 11th 2007. The production stars Roger Bart (Dr. Frederick Frankenstein), Megan Mullally (Elizabeth), Sutton Foster (Inga), Shuler Hensley (The Monster), Fred Applegate (Kemp) and Christopher Fitzgerald (Igor).
The Pirate Queen to Play Final Performance June 17th
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 6, 2007
Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's THE PIRATE QUEEN will play its final performance on Broadway at the Hilton Theatre (213 West 42nd Street, NYC; A Live Nation venue) on June 17, 2007 following 85 performances and 32 previews.
The Pirate Queen Cast Performs on 'Today Show,' May 31
by BWW News Desk
- May 29, 2007
The cast of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen, led by Stephanie J. Block and Hadley Fraser, will perform a special arrangement of 'If I Said I Loved You/The Wedding Ring,' live on NBC's 'The Today Show,' Thursday, May 31 during the 9:00AM hour
Stephanie J. Block Featured on AP Radio, May 23
by BWW News Desk
- May 23, 2007
Stephanie J. Block, star of Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen is featured on the Associated Press Radio 'On Broadway' entertainment newsfeed and podcast, beginning today, Wednesday, May 23
Stephanie J. Block to Perform Live at AIDS Walk NY, 5/20
by BWW News Desk
- May 18, 2007
Stephanie J. Block, star of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen will perform live at AIDS Walk New York on Sunday, May 20, during the opening ceremony in Central Park, beginning at 9AM.
Fox-5 Goes Backstage at The Pirate Queen, May 9
by BWW News Desk
- May 7, 2007
Stephanie J. Block, star of Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen, gives FOX-5 'Good Day New York' reporter Anne Craig an exclusive back stage tour at Broadway's Hilton Theatre, airing this Wednesday, May 9 between 8:30am and 9:00am
Boublil and Schönberg Set for Upcoming Radio Appearances
by BWW News Desk
- May 3, 2007
The authors of The Pirate Queen, Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schönberg will be interviewed on XM Radio's 'Downstage Center' on Friday, May 4th, at 6PM, the interview will be repeated on Saturday, May 5th at noon and Sunday, May 6th at 7PM on channel 28.
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