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Kaitlin Colombo's THE CHOKING GAME to Debut with IRT Theater, 3/19-23
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2013


Executive Producers Exhibit Z/The Zoppa Brothers ('The Killing of Sister George' with Kathleen Turner) and Eric Michael Gillett (award-winning Producer, Director, and Performer) are asking you to be part of theatre history. Not since the days of Adam Rapp's 'Red Light Winter', has a play come along with such intensity, geared specifically to a coveted demographic of young theatre-goers.

Maude Maggart, Nath Ann Carerra and More Set for Karen Carpenter Themed THE MEETING* This Thursday
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 12, 2013


The Meeting* hosted by Justin Sayre will continue their Spring 2013 season on Thursday, March 14 at The Duplex in New York's West Village. After a sell-out year, The Meeting* has added a second performance each month due to popular demand; there are now shows at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM.

THE AMANDA MCBROOM PROJECT Plays the Laurie Beechman, Now thru 3/16
by BWW News Desk - Mar 8, 2013


The Amanda McBroom Project: 1 Great Songwriter, 4 Magical Nights, 30 Incredible Women! will play the Laurie Beechman Theatre, tonight, March 8, 9, 15, and 16 at 7pm.

THE MEETING to Honor Karen Carpenter with Heather Mac Rae and Gay Marshall, 3/14
by BWW News Desk - Mar 6, 2013


The Meeting* hosted by Justin Sayre - the acclaimed gay comedy/variety show - will continue its Spring 2013 season on Thursday, March 14 at The Duplex in New York's West Village. After a sell-out year, The Meeting* has added a second performance each month due to popular demand; there are now shows at 7:000 PM and 9:30 PM.

THE MEETING to Tribute SHOWGIRLS, Justin Vivian Bond and More at the Duplex, Spring 2013
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2013


The Meeting* hosted by Justin Sayre - the acclaimed gay comedy/variety show - has announced its Spring 2013 season at The Duplex in New York's West Village. Each edition of The Meeting* honors a different gay icon; following the Elaine Stritch tribute in February, the rest of the season will honor Karen Carpenter (March 14), the movie 'Showgirls' (April 18) and Justin Vivian Bond (May 16). Special guests will be announced soon. After a sell-out year, The Meeting* will add a second performance each month due to popular demand; there are now shows at 7:000 PM and 9:30 PM.

THE AMANDA MCBROOM PROJECT to Play the Laurie Beechman, 3/8-16
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2013


The Amanda McBroom Project: 1 Great Songwriter, 4 Magical Nights, 30 Incredible Women! will play the Laurie Beechman Theatre, March 8, 9, 15, and 16 at 7pm.

Lea DeLaria and More Honor Elaine Stritch in Justin Sayre's THE MEETING Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 21, 2013


The Meeting* hosted by Justin Sayre will continue its fourth season tonight, February 21, 2013 at The Duplex in New York's West Village.

Lea DeLaria and More to Honor Elaine Stritch in Justin Sayre's THE MEETING, 2/21
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2013


The Meeting* hosted by Justin Sayre will continue its fourth season on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at The Duplex in New York's West Village.

Eric Michael Gillett Brings CARELESS RHAPSODY to 54 Below, Now thru 2/27
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2013


Eric Michael Gillett's Careless Rhapsody: An Evening Dedicated to the Lyrics of Lorenz Hart, will play 54 Below, tonight, February 4 at 7pm, February 7 at 9:30pm and February 26 & 27 at 7pm.

TV Exclusive: Original Casts of GREASE, NINE & GRAND HOTEL Reunite for RAMA-LAMA-DING DONG Concert!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 16, 2013


A once in a lifetime event took place on January 14th, when original Broadway cast members and creators from the landmark musicals GREASE, NINE and GRAND HOTEL reunited to help one of their own in Kathi Moss' RAMA-LAMA-DING DONG REUNION! The Actor's Fund Benefit was held at The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center, 480 West 42nd Street. BroadwayWorld brings you exclusive highlights from the special concert below!

Eric Michael Gillett to Bring CARELESS RHAPSODY to 54 Below, 2/4-27
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2013


Eric Michael Gillett's Careless Rhapsody: An Evening Dedicated to the Lyrics of Lorenz Hart, will play 54 Below, February 4 at 7pm, February 7 at 9:30pm and February 26 & 27 at 7pm.

GREASE, NINE and GRAND HOTEL Cast Members Set for 1/14 Actor's Fund Benefit
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 4, 2013


A once in a lifetime event will take place on January 14th, 2013 at 7:00 pm when original Broadway cast members and creators from the landmark musicals GREASE, NINE and GRAND HOTEL reunite to help one of their own in KATHI MOSS' RAMA-LAMA-DING DONG REUNION! The Actor's Fund Benefit will be at The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center, 480 West 42nd Street.

GREASE, NINE, GRAND HOTEL Casts to Gather for RAMA-LAMA-DING DONG REUNION, 1/14
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 3, 2013


Original Broadway cast members and creators from the landmark musicals GREASE, NINE and GRAND HOTEL will reunite on January 14th for "KATHI MOSS' RAMA-LAMA-DING DONG REUNION!" - a one-night-only benefit for The Actors Fund.

Week One of Lincoln Center's American Songbook Kicks Off 1/30 With Lea Salonga
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 27, 2012


Now in its 15th season, Lincoln Center's acclaimed series American Songbook will celebrate the best in American singing and songwriting starting January 30, 2013. Opening night belongs to Lea Solanga, who captivated Broadway audiences with her debut in Miss Saigon many years ago and has since become the voice of Disney movie princesses as well as starring in other major musicals.

Lincoln Center Announces February Events: AMERICAN SONGBOOK SERIES, Target Free Thursdays and More
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 21, 2012


One of America's most revered Broadway and cabaret stars-she was a favorite chanteuse of the Algonquin Hotel's late, lamented Oak Room and an original cast member of the Great White Way's production of Nine-performs songs from her sparkling career in the spotlight.

Justin Sayre's THE MEETING Presents 4th Annual HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2012


The Meeting* hosted by Justin Sayre - the acclaimed gay comedy/variety show - will continue its fourth season tonight, December 13, 2012 at The Duplex in New York's West Village. According to Time Out New York, 'The Meeting* has become a cult hit among a young, festive and culturally aware crowd. Sayre is an avatar of modern-retro cultivation.'

Justin Sayre's THE MEETING Presents 4th Annual HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA, 12/13
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2012


The Meeting* hosted by Justin Sayre - the acclaimed gay comedy/variety show - will continue its fourth season on Thursday, December 13, 2012 at The Duplex in New York's West Village. According to Time Out New York, 'The Meeting* has become a cult hit among a young, festive and culturally aware crowd. Sayre is an avatar of modern-retro cultivation.'

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