BWW Video Teaser: Catch a Glimpse of Michael Ball in SWEENEY TODD - New Footage!
by Jessica Lewis
- Mar 23, 2012
The West-End production of SWEENEY TODD, starring Michael Ball as Sweeney Todd and Imelda Staunton as Mrs. Lovett, opened to raves on March 20 at the Adelphi Theatre following its sell-out success at the Chichester Festival Theatre. BroadwayWorld has just gotten ahold of the very first clip of Michael Ball as the demon barber himself singing 'Pretty Women.' Click below to catch a glimpse!
Sondheim Grants Approval for Michael Ball & Imelda Staunton Led SWEENEY TODD for Broadway
by Robert Diamond
- Mar 22, 2012
Now, Baz Bamigboye of the UK Daily Mail has revealed that 'Stephen Sondheim has given director Jonathan Kent's Chichester Festival Theatre production of Sweeney Todd (with Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton delivering the stage performances of their lives) his seal of approval. He'd love the two stars to take the deliciously grisly musical to Broadway when they complete their run at the Adelphi Theatre.
There's no official word this will happen yet, because both actors have crazy schedules, but it would be fantastic if they did manage to cross the Atlantic with this Sweeney.'
STAGE TUBE: Opening Night of SWEENEY TODD Starring Ball and Staunton
by James T Harding
- Mar 22, 2012
Oh yes! We've got a red carpet video for the opening night of SWEENEY TODD, which opened on the 20th on the West End. The video features interviews with stars Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton as well as Jason Manford, David Mitchell, Jim Broadbent and Tom Jones. Plus, there's a little peek of an onstage kiss.
West End SWEENEY TODD Opens Tonight; Imelda Staunton and Michael Ball Star
by BWW
- Mar 20, 2012
The West-End production of SWEENEY TODD, starring Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton, will officially open tonight, March 20, at the Adelphi Theatre.
As Broadway World previously reported, Jonathan Kent's version of the musical opened in the West End for previews on March 10 following its sell-out success at the Chichester Festival Theatre. The show will feature British comedian Jason Manford as Signor Pirelli for one month while Robert Burt is on leave.
First Night to Release New SWEENEY TODD Album in April
by Nicole Rosky
- Mar 12, 2012
Following sell-out success at Chichester Festival Theatre, Jonathan Kent's acclaimed production of Sweeney Todd just transferred to London's West End for a limited season on 10 March 2012. Widely acknowledged as Stephen Sondheim's musical masterpiece, Sweeney Todd stars distinguished musical performer Michael Ball as the eponymous demon barber of Fleet Street and Oscar-nominated actress Imelda Staunton as the devoted Mrs Lovett.
First Night Records will release the new 2012 album in April. It is currently available for pre-order here.
Comedian Jason Manford to Join UK SWEENEY TODD As Pirelli for One Month
by James T Harding
- Mar 5, 2012
British comedian Jason Manford is to play Signor Pirelli in Jonathan Kent's West-End production of SWEENY TODD. Actor Michael Ball, who stars as Todd in the show, revealed on the Jonathan Ross Show on Saturday evening that Jason Manford will be taking the role while Robert Burt, who is currently playing the part, is on leave.
Thia Breen, Barbara Goldsmith, Cornelia Guest Honored By Women's Project
by BWW
News Desk
- Mar 5, 2012
Estée Lauder's Thia Breen, author and historian Barbara Goldsmith and philanthropist and animal activist Cornelia Guest are Women's Project's 2012 Women of Achievement who will be inducted at its 27th Annual Gala Celebration hosted by the columnist Cindy Adams at the Copacabana, 268 West 47th Street, on Monday, March 5, at 6:30pm.
Photo Flash: Michael Ball, Imelda Staunton in Recording Studio for SWEENEY TODD
by Nicole Rosky
- Mar 1, 2012
Following sell-out success at Chichester Festival Theatre, Jonathan Kent's acclaimed production of Sweeney Todd transfers to London's West End for a limited season from 10 March 2012. Widely acknowledged as Stephen Sondheim's musical masterpiece, Sweeney Todd stars distinguished musical performer Michael Ball as the eponymous demon barber of Fleet Street and Oscar-nominated actress Imelda Staunton as the devoted Mrs Lovett.
James Spader to Leave THE OFFICE at End of Season
by Nicole Rosky
- Feb 27, 2012
According to published reports, multiple Emmy Award winner and Broadway veteran James Spader ('Boston Legal,' 'The Practice') will exit NBC's 'The Office' (Thursdays, 9-9:30 p.m. ET) at the end of this eighth season. Spader plays CEO Robert California of Sabre, the parent company of Dunder Mifflin.
New West End SWEENEY TODD with Michael Ball & Imelda Staunton to Receive Cast Recording
by Nicole Rosky
- Feb 20, 2012
Following sell-out success at Chichester Festival Theatre, Jonathan Kent's acclaimed production of Sweeney Todd transfers to London's West End for a limited season from 10 March 2012. Widely acknowledged as Stephen Sondheim's musical masterpiece, Sweeney Todd stars distinguished musical performer Michael Ball as the eponymous demon barber of Fleet Street and Oscar-nominated actress Imelda Staunton as the devoted Mrs Lovett.
TADA! Youth Theater Presents THE HISTORY MYSTERY
by BWW
News Desk
- Feb 19, 2012
TADA! YOUTH THEATER has announced the production of THE HISTORY MYSTERY. Book by Janine Nina Trevens, music by Eric Rockwell, and lyrics by Margaret Rose, THE HISTORY MYSTERY will be directed by Janine Nina Trevens.
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