InDepth InterView: Matthew Morrison Talks New CD/PBS Special, WHERE IT ALL BEGAN, Plus GLEE, Broadway Memories, Upcoming Gigs & More
by Pat Cerasaro
- Jun 1, 2013
Today we are talking to an inordinately talented triple-threat performer who made his name on Broadway in some landmark productions, such as the original multi-Tony Award-winning HAIRSPRAY and THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA, in addition to his peerless work in Lincoln Center's lauded SOUTH PACIFIC revival, who now is best known to audiences around the world for his headlining role on FOX's mega-hit musical dramedy series GLEE - the charismatic Matthew Morrison. Sharing stories from his Broadway days as well as looking ahead to the new season of GLEE airing in September, Morrison paints a vivid picture of his musical theatre career thus far and touches upon his experiences in the aforementioned musicals on the Great White Way as well as THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, A NAKED GIRL ON THE APPIAN WAY and more, detailing his ascent from chorus boy to superstar. More importantly, Morrison offers us the complete 411 on his new solo album, WHERE IT ALL BEGAN, discussing its conception, recording, production, and, now, its release - as well as elaborating on working with legendary producer Phil Ramone on it and the song selection process itself. Furthermore, Morrison reveals the most influential artists and performers to him and how that inspiration formed the basis for WHERE IT ALL BEGAN, both the album itself as well as his current concert tour in promotion of it - arriving in NYC at 54 Below this weekend, as a matter of fact - and his PBS special, airing this month. Additionally, Morrison candidly comments on some characters he would enjoy essaying in the future (hint: a demon barber of Fleet Street), reflects on his favorite GLEE moments to date, recounts wild ROCKY HORROR antics involving rock star Sebastian Bach - and much, much more!
Hugh Jackman, Billie Joe Armstrong & More On New Lonely Island LP
by Pat Cerasaro
- May 29, 2013
Comedic music collective known as The Lonely Island have announced the special guests and revealed the full tracklist for their upcoming release, THE WACK ALBUM, and special guests include Broadway/Hollywood superstar Hugh Jackman, as well as Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong, Justin Timberlake, Lady Gaga and more.
PHOEBE IN WINTER to Begin Previews 6/7 as Part of Clubbed Thumb's SUMMERWORKS Festival
by BWW News Desk
- May 28, 2013
The second of three world-premieres presented by the 5-time Obie Award-winning Clubbed Thumb in its 18th annual SUMMERWORKS festival of new plays -- PHOEBE IN WINTER by Jen Silverman -- begins previews June 7 prior to its official press opening June 10 at The Wild Project (195 E. 3 St.) in Manhattan. PHOEBE IN WINTER performs daily at 8 p.m. from June 7 to 16. (No performance on June 11.)
VIDEO: Joss Whedon Chats THE AVENGERS 2 on LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON
by Tyler Peterson
- May 25, 2013
On last night's LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON, Joss Whedon stopped by to chat about his upcoming take on Shakespeare's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, as well as THE AVENGERS 2. Check out what he had to say about adding 'Quicksilver' and 'Scarlet Witch' to the script, and more, below!
THE TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN - PART 2 Leads 'First Wave' of TEEN CHOICE 2013 Nominees
by Tyler Peterson
- May 22, 2013
TEEN CHOICE 2013 will once again break into summer and celebrate the hottest teen icons in television, music, film, sports, fashion, comedy and the web in the choicest, star-studded two-hour event airing live Sunday, August 11 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX. "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2" leads the TEEN CHOICE 2013 nominees with seven nominations.
Model Erin Wasson Joins Rihanna's STYLED TO ROCK
by Tyler Peterson
- May 20, 2013
Style Media announced today that model, actress and designer Erin Wasson will serve as the second mentor on 'Styled to Rock,' the new reality competition series from executive producer Robyn Rihanna Fenty that searches for the next trendsetting designer. Wasson joins previously announced mentor Pharrell Williams to guide 12 up-and-coming designers as they embark on the opportunity of a lifetime-to dress some of the biggest names in entertainment. 'Styled to Rock' is slated to premiere later this year.
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