Michael De Rose News

DOGFIGHT, the hauntingly beautiful musical by Pasek and Paul (Edges, James and the Giant Peach, A Christmas Story) and Peter Duchan, will receive it's Toronto debut in the form of a staged reading, December 1st and 2nd at TRANZAC (292 Brunswick Avenue), produced by Kelly Holiff and Jason Spetter.

In a time when Broadway caliber shows are defined by falling chandeliers, witches that literally defy gravity, and a swinging Spiderman with a $70 million budget, it seems that audiences may expect and want more than a simple set and small cast. But when that simple set and small cast are just right, the effect can be breathtaking, as is the case with the current National Tour of Godspell.

The musical GODSPELL will always hold a special place in my heart since I was fortunate enough to produce the music for a version several years ago. While it was quite an undertaking for one person, it allowed me to get very familiar with Stephen Schwartz's genre-hopping score. Ever since, I've been a unabashed fan of the work. The Peabody Opera House is presenting a very good production buoyed by a talented and energetic cast. Even if you're not a particularly religious person, you'll still find plenty to appreciate in this family-friendly show.

State Theatre in New Brunswick, NJ presents the national tour of an all new musical production inspired by the 2011 Tony-nominated Best Musical Revival, Godspell, for two performances today, November 10, 2013 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. A free Pre-Performance Insights lecture is available for each performance, one hour prior to show time at the United Methodist Church, located at 323 George Street. Tickets range from $35-75.

State Theatre in New Brunswick, NJ presents the national tour of an all new musical production inspired by the 2011 Tony-nominated Best Musical Revival, Godspell, for two performances Sunday, November 10, 2013 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. A free Pre-Performance Insights lecture is available for each performance, one hour prior to show time at the United Methodist Church, located at 323 George Street. Tickets range from $35-75.

Seven-time Emmy nominee and "America's Dad" (Growing Pain's) Alan Thicke is starring as iconic TV personality Jack Bailey in the world premiere of Queen for a Day: the Musical. The 12-performance show is currently running through October 7th at the brand new state-of-the-Art Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. Thicke is scheduled to perform in 10 shows only. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show below.

I Love You Because had its Canadian Premiere this past Friday, where it plays at the Toronto Centre for the Arts for the next two weeks. Featuring a cast of talented Canadians, the show tells the story of a group of New Yorkers and their romantic adventures. With catchy original music, the show is touching, poignant and funny. BWW is thrilled to bring its readers photos from the Canadian Premiere!

Angelwalk Theater has come up with a real gem with the romantic musical comedy I Love You Because. The show, playing in the cozy Studio Theater in the Toronto Center for the Arts boasts a top-notch cast, fluid direction, a tuneful score and clever, insightful lyrics.