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BWW Feature: HAMILTON's Christopher Jackson at Mormon Tabernacle Choir
by Blair Howell - Jun 30, 2017


With its guests soloists, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir has sung everything from Broadway ballads to African-American spirituals, and from the Great American Songbook and opera to Swedish folk music.

Deer Valley Music Festival Announces Upcoming Events
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2017


See the full lineup of events for Deer Valley Music Festival below!

BWW's Guide to 4th of July TV Celebrations - Laura Osnes, Leslie Odom Jr., Heather Headley & More!
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 3, 2017


With the celebration of America's birthday just around the corner, BWW brings you a guide to this year's Fourth of July television specials, featuring performances by BANDSTAND's Laura Osnes, Tony Award winner Leslie Odom, Jr, and the World Premiere of new music from award-winning composer Alan Menken!

BWW Review: LESLIE ODOM JR. at Straz Center For The Performing Arts
by Carolan Trbovich - Jun 26, 2017


Fans Can't 'Wait For It' In Tampa - Hamilton's Leslie Odom Jr Takes The Stage

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Return to Paris, Basel, Germany and Copenhagen
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2017


Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, recognized by U.S. Congress as 'a vital American cultural ambassador to the world,' returns to Paris, Basel, several German cities, and Copenhagen to perform 15 ballets from July 4 - September 10.

Brand New Production of WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION to Open on the South Bank this Autumn
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2017


Eleanor Lloyd Productions and Rebecca Stafford Productions today announce a major new production of Agatha Christie's Witness for the Prosecution to open on London's South Bank this October in a unique court room setting inside County Hall. 

Bayside Summer Nights is Just 2 Weeks Away!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2017


June 30, just two weeks away, the San Diego Symphony's biggest summer season ever kicks off at Embarcadero Marina Park South. Bayside Summer Nights will be back, bringing San Diego spectacular live concert music along the stunning San Diego Waterfront: 

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars with Ensemble Studio Theatre's Marathon Playwrights, Series C!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2017


In this week's special edition, we caught up with playwrights from Ensemble Studio Theatre's Marathon of One-Act Plays. Series C features: Good Results Are Difficult When Indifference Predominates by Amy Fox, The Good Muslim by Zakiyyah Alexander, Female Beginner by Edith Freni,  Santa Doesn't Come to the Holiday Inn by Elyzabeth Gregory Wilder, and Intensive Care by Donald Marcus. For more information, visit: www.ensemblestudiotheatre.org

Utah Symphony's 14th Annual DEER VALLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL Kicks Off with Patriotic Celebration
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 13, 2017


On Saturday, July 1, 2017 at 7:30 PM, the 14th annual Deer Valley Music Festival opens with guest conductor Jerry Steichen leading Broadway star Lisa Vroman and the Utah Symphony for a special red, white, and blue celebration at Deer Valley Resort's Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater. Tickets start at $36 for general admission and $15 for youth (ages 8-18), and can be purchased at http://my.usuo.org/single/SelectSeating.aspx?p=18574

SMASH's Marilyn Monroe Musical BOMBSHELL Inches Closer to Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2017


It's been a couple of years since BOMBSHELL, the Marilyn Monroe musical from NBC's cult series SMASH, started the long journey to Broadway. But as we bask in the afterglow of the Tony Awards, the LA Times reports the show 'looks Broadway-bound for real.'

Photo Flash: Highlights from 71st ANNUAL TONY AWARDS - Part II
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 12, 2017


Oscar, Golden Globe and Tony Award-winning actor Kevin Spacey hosted THE 71st ANNUAL TONY® AWARDS, live from the historic Radio City Music Hall in New York City, Sunday, June 11 on the CBS Television Network. This was Spacey's first time hosting the Tonys. Check out photo highlights below!

BWW Tonys Special: Recap of the CBS Broadcast
by David Clarke - Jun 12, 2017


Did you miss the Tonys Broadcast? Never fear, BroadwayWorld's got you covered. BroadwayWorld writer David Clarke took copious notes during the show, and his highlights are presented below.

VIDEO: Cynthia Erivo & Leslie Odom Jr. Team with Rockettes for TONY AWARD Performance
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 11, 2017


Cynthia Erivo and Leslie Odom Jr. joined by the Radio City Rockettes performed 'New York, New York' at THE TONY AWARDS.  Watch the performance below!

Photo Coverage: 2017 Tony Award Red Carpet Arrivals- Part 4
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2017


The stars are shining on tonight's red carpet, and BroadwayWorld's got a first look - check out the first batch of arrivals below, including Glenn Close, Patti LuPone, Sara Bareilles and more!

Photo Coverage: 2017 Tony Award Red Carpet Arrivals- Part 5
by Walter McBride - Jun 11, 2017


The stars are shining on tonight's red carpet, and BroadwayWorld's got a first look - check out the first batch of arrivals below, including Kevin Spacey, Glenn Close, Cobie Smulders, Tina Fey, Kate Baldwin, Rachel Bay Jones, and more!

BWW Morning Brief June 12th, 2017 - JULIUS CAESAR in the Park, POST-TONY EXTRAVAGANZA and More!
by Jessica Khan - Jun 12, 2017


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Today's big news: JULIUS CAESAR opens at Shakespeare in the Park, and Phillipa Soo headlines Jason Robert Brown's POST-TONY EXTRAVAGANZA!

VIDEO: 30 Days of TONY Finale: WORK! The Schuyler Sisters Close Out the 2016 Ceremony
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2017


Welcome to BroadwayWorld's Tony Award Countdown: 30 Days of TONY, a loving look at some of the most memorable moments from Tony's history featuring today's nominees!

Leslie Odom, Jr. Signs Book Deal with Macmillan, Release Set for March 2018
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2017


Tony Award Winning actor Leslie Odom, Jr. (Hamilton) will publish his first book with Macmillan imprint Feiwel & Friends. FAILING UP: HOW TO RISE ABOVE, DO BETTER, AND NEVER STOP LEARNING is an inspirational book offering guidance and encouragement for readers of all ages on the cusp of something big. FAILING UP will be on sale March 27, 2018.

Carnegie Mellon University Congratulates Tony Nominee Alumni
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2017


Four Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama alumni garnered Tony Award nominations this year. Denee Benton, Christian Borle, and Josh Groban were nominated for their leading roles in Broadway musicals, and Kevin Emrick was nominated as a producer of a best play.

Breaking: Who Will Perform at the 2017 Tony Awards? List Announced!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2017


The Tony Awards have announced an incredible line up of performances for the 71stAnnual Tony Awards, which will broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City on CBS, Sunday, June 11th, 8:00 - 11:00 p.m. (ET/PT time delay). The Tony Awards are presented by The Broadway League and the American Theatre Wing.

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