Meredith Willson News

The CAPA Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2010 with an impressive assembly of classics, cult favorites, and much beloved films. The 2010 series, made possible through the generous support of PNC, will run June 4 - July 25 at the historic Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.).

Paradise Theatre presents Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN, Book and Lyrics by Meredith Willson, Story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey

Producers Associates, Inc. announces its season for 2010, the 44th consecutive season of the Woodminster Summer Musicals. This summer the shows will be "Hairspray," "The Music Man," and "Paint Your Wagon." The organization has also announced a new $10 Preview Night as part of its ongoing effort to offer inexpensive ways for people to enjoy live theater.

Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston presents THE MUSIC MAN July 15-25 - Press Night July 16 at 7:30 p.m.

Geva Theatre Center, Rochester's leading professional theatre, has been at the cultural heart of the Genesee Valley for over 35 years. Offering the very best in live theatre, from fresh looks at classics and musicals, to lively comedies and powerful, thought-provoking dramas, Geva has something for everyone. The Geva Theatre Center is located at 75 Woodbury Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14607.

Atlanta Lyric Theatre is pleased to announce its 2010-2011 season! With five incredible shows - the all-American classic The Music Man, the dance extravaganza 42nd Street, the hit revue of doo-wop songs Leader of the Pack, Gilbert & Sullivan's favorite The Mikado, and the edgy blockbuster hit Rent - we look forward to delivering an unforgettable theatre experience to our audience.

The American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 13, 2010 and broadcast on the CBS Television Network. For more information visit tonyawards.com.

Talking to AOL's 'the Boot' before performing at the CMA Music Fest, Reba McEntire chatted about the recent reading of 'The Unsinkable Molly Brown' for which she has been reportedly courted. The site reports that 'Reba has been to New York City for a reading of the new script and hear some of the new music written for the proposed musical. 'It's very appealing to me,' she admits. 'The production is a long way from being ready so we'll have to wait and see what happens when it is finished.'

The CAPA Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2010 with an impressive assembly of classics, cult favorites, and much beloved films. The 2010 series, made possible through the generous support of PNC, will run June 4 - July 25 at the historic Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.).

Jeffry Denman who starred in the original Broadway production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas and most recently co-starred and choreographed the Off Broadway hit YANK! at the York Theatre will be playing the role of Harold Hill in a concert version of Meredith Willson's The Music Man on May 29th with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.

This week, we are taking a look at a particularly licentious and lively clip from a recent Writer's Guild of America award ceremony hosted by FAMILY GUY and AMERICAN DAD creator and star Seth MacFarlane as well as two serious takes on classic songs from movie musicals. CAUTION: CONTAINS VERY STRONG LANGUAGE & SUGGESTIVE CONTENT, so proceed at your own risk...

Jeffry Denman who starred in the original Broadway production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas and most recently co-starred and choreographed the Off Broadway hit YANK! at the York Theatre will be playing the role of Harold Hill in a concert version of Meredith Willson's The Music Man on May 29th with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.

Michael Riedel is reporting in today's The New York Post that Craig Bierko and Sutton Foster starred in a reading presentation of THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN for Reba McEntire who is considering taking on the role on Broadway next season. The reading was directed by Kathleen Marshall.

The American Theatre Wing has announced that their Annual Spring Gala, to be held on Monday, June 7, 2010 at Cipriani 42nd Street (110 East 42nd Street), will celebrate the centennial of Academy and Tony Award-winning composer Frank Loesser.

Opening Reagle Players' 42nd season on June 18th is the classic Into the Woods starring Broadway powerhouse Rachel York. York recently won the 2009 Irne Award for Best Musical Actress for her critically praised turn as the title character in Reagle's Hello, Dolly! That production was part of last summer's 'Salute to Jerry Herman' season.

The CAPA Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2010 with an impressive assembly of classics, cult favorites, and much beloved films. The 2010 series, made possible through the generous support of PNC, will run June 4 - July 25 at the historic Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.).

Broadway Across America (John Gore, Thomas B. McGrath, Beth Williams), Craig Zadan, Neil Meron, Candy Spelling and The Weinstein Company will present the first-ever Broadway revival of PROMISES, PROMISES this spring at the Broadway Theater (1681 Broadway). Previews will begin on Sunday, March 28th, 2010 with an opening night slated for Sunday, April 25th, 2010. The musical is written by legends Neil Simon (book), Burt Bacharach (music), and Hal David (lyrics). Emmy Award winner Sean Hayes will make his Broadway debut starring in the role of Chuck Baxter opposite Tony and Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth, returning to Broadway as Fran Kubelik. Tony and Emmy Award winner Rob Ashford will also make his Broadway directorial debut and choreograph. More casting and creative team members will be announced in the near future.

In celebration of this historical 2010 20th Anniversary Season, Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, is thrilled to announce that they will be raffling off a 2011 Chevy Malibu, generously donated to the theater by Milford P. Christenson of Christenson Chevrolet in Highland, Indiana.

In celebration of this historical 2010 20th Anniversary Season, Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, is thrilled to announce that they will be raffling off a 2011 Chevy Malibu, generously donated to the theater by Milford P. Christenson of Christenson Chevrolet in Highland, Indiana.

Auditions to be held April 10th, 3pm. (Call for an appt. time) for THE MUSIC MAN By Meredith Willson at the Paradise Theatre, located at 9911 Burnham Dr NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332.