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Danbury's Musicals At Richter Kicks Off 34th Season Under The Stars With LEGALLY BLONDE
by Julie Musbach - Jun 18, 2018


Musicals at Richter (MAR), celebrating its 34th season as the longest-running outdoor theater in Connecticut, kicks off the summer with 'Legally Blonde,' the effervescent and wildly upbeat musical based on the popular 2001 film comedy starring Reese Witherspoon. Staged on the grounds of the Richter Arts Center in Danbury, performances take place outdoors under the stars Friday through Sunday evenings at 8:00 p.m., with additional specially discounted performances on Thursday, July 5 and 12. There is no show on Friday, July 13.

BWW Review: OMG! LEGALLY BLONDE Is Back
by Don Grigware - Jun 18, 2018


OMG! You mean, like, Elle Woods isn't from the San Fernando Valley, but from Malibu? Wow! And- she not only attended college locally but got into Harvard Law School? May seem a bit far-fetched or too hard to swallow, but it doesn't matter, because once you've seen Elle in action, she's irresistible: a cross between Goldie Hawn, Glinda from Wicked and a splash of Mary Poppins thrown in for good measure. You're gonna love her, guys, in this grande spanking, freshly blossomed pink rosebud of a show. If you liked Reese Witherspoon, you will adore perky, gorgeous Callandra Olivia and everyone else in the fantastically sugar-coated romp Legally Blonde The Musical currently onstage at Candlelight Pavilion Dinner Theatre.

MEAN GIRLS Breaks August Wilson Theatre Box Office Record Again and Releases New Block Of Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2018


The award-winning hit new Broadway musical Mean Girls, produced by Lorne Michaels, Stuart Thompson, Sonia Friedman, and Paramount Pictures, has once again broken the August Wilson Theatre box office record for an eight performance week, grossing $1,572,995.95 for the week ending June 17, 2018. A new block of tickets has been released for performances through Sunday, July 7, 2019 with group bookings open through November 24, 2019.

Broadway Kids Jam Releases MEAN GIRLS Medley Featuring Three Songs From The Tony Nominated Broadway Show
by Julie Musbach - Jun 13, 2018


Broadway Kids Jam has released their latest jam, 'Mean Girls Medley' from the new Broadway musical, Mean Girls. This jam features Sami Bray (1984, How the Grinch Stole Christmas), Carly Gendell (School of Rock), Hudson Loverro (A Bronx Tale, Ragtime/Ellis Island), Molly Richardson (Matilda), Mckayla Twiggs (Anastasia, Les Miserables, Once), Joshua Turchin (The Pill, TrevorLIVE LA, A Christmas Story the Musical) and Shaina Turchin.

Review Roundup: What Did The Critics Think Of Paper Mill's HALF TIME?
by Alan Henry - Jun 14, 2018


Paper Mill Playhouse is currently hosting the East Coast premiere of Half Time, a new musical. Get a first look at the company in action below!

Photo Coverage: Inside the Opening Night Cast Party For HALF TIME at Paper Mill
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 13, 2018


Paper Mill Playhouse presents the East Coast premiere of Half Time, a new musical, with book by Bob Martin and Chad Beguelin, music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Nell Benjamin and additional music by Marvin Hamlisch and Ester Dean. Half Time began performances May 31, 2018 for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 1, 2018, at Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ. Last night was the show's opening night. Check out photos from inside the cast's opening night cast party below!

Photo Coverage: The Cast of HALF TIME at Paper Mill Takes Their Opening Night Bows
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 13, 2018


Paper Mill Playhouse presents the East Coast premiere of Half Time, a new musical, with book by Bob Martin and Chad Beguelin, music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Nell Benjamin and additional music by Marvin Hamlisch and Ester Dean. Half Time began performances May 31, 2018 for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 1, 2018, at Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ. Last night was the show's opening night. Check out photos of the cast's opening bows below!

BWW Review: HALF TIME at Paper Mill Playhouse is Wonderful and Inspiring for All
by Marina Kennedy - Jun 13, 2018


Paper Mill Playhouse is the place to be for the exhillarating East Coast premiere of the new musical 'Half Time.' This entertaining, inspiring show is wonderfully directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell, co-choreographed by Nick Kenkel with the finest music direction by Charlie Alterman. The show's all-star cast is brilliant as they bring their distinctive characters to life on the Millburn stage.

Cast Announced For CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF At Drury Lane, Opens 7/12
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2018


Drury Lane Theatre announces casting for its sultry summer drama, Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, directed by Tony nominee Marcia Milgrom Dodge (2009 Broadway revival of Ragtime, Drury Lane's Smokey Joe's Cafe). Cat on a Hot Tin Roof runs July 5 - August 26, 2018, at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. The press opening is scheduled for Thursday, July 12 at 8:00 p.m.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Drew Gehling and the Cast of DAVE
by Julie Musbach - Jun 12, 2018


Arena Stage is preparing for the world premiere of a new musical Dave. Check out photos of the cast and creative in rehearsal below! 

Douglas Sills Joins DAVE the Musical at Arena Stage
by Alan Henry - Jun 12, 2018


BroadwayWorld has learned Douglas Sills will play Chief of Staff Bob Alexander in the new musical DAVE, premiering at Arena Stage this summer!

BWW Review: LEGALLY BLONDE, Theatre Royal Brighton
by Fiona Scott - Jun 12, 2018


'Omigod You Guys!', Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin's 2007 musical adaption of the hit 2001 comedy film starring Reese Witherspoon is in Brighton as part of its second UK tour since the West End production closed in 2012.

VIDEO: Age is Just a Number! First Look at the Cast of HALF TIME in Action
by Julie Musbach - Jun 12, 2018


Paper Mill Playhouse's Half Time is thrilling audiences out in New Jersey, watch the latest teaser below for a look at the cast grooving and moving!

BWW Interview: Donna McKechnie on Dancing in HALF TIME at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Leigh Scheps - Jun 12, 2018


All Donna McKechnie needs is the music (a mirror) and she'll still dance for you. The 75-year-old is currently starring as Joanne in the original musical, Half Time, at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, New Jersey.

HALF TIME at Paper Mill Playhouse Opens Tomorrow Night
by Julie Musbach - Jun 11, 2018


Paper Mill Playhouse presents the East Coast premiere of Half Time, a new musical, with book by Bob Martin and Chad Beguelin, music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Nell Benjamin and additional music by Marvin Hamlisch and Ester Dean. Half Time began performances May 31, 2018 for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 1, 2018, at Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ. It opens tomorrow.

VIDEO: Go Behind The Scenes Of The Tony Awards With MEAN GIRLS On BWW's Instagram
by Alan Henry - Jun 11, 2018


Go behind the scenes of the Tony Awards today as Mean Girs' DeMarius Copes takes us with him behind the scenes of rehearal, the show, and the Tony Awards parties all day and eve!

Photo Coverage: Stars Strut the Red Carpet at the 2018 Tony Awards!
by Walter McBride - Jun 10, 2018


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 Josh Groban, Cynthia Erivo, Laura Osnes and more!

BWW Social: Go Behind The Scenes Of The Tony Awards With MEAN GIRLS On BWW's Instagram
by Alan Henry - Jun 10, 2018


Go behind the scenes of the Tony Awards today as Mean Girs' DeMarius Copes takes us with him behind the scenes of rehearal, the show, and the Tony Awards parties all day and eve!

TONY AWARDS: THE BAND'S VISIT Leads with 10 Wins & CURSED CHILD Leads Plays with 6 Wins
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 10, 2018


This is the moment! The American Theatre Wing's 72nd Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Josh Groban and Sara Bareilles, air live from Radio City Music Hall on the CBS Television Network tonight, honoring theatre professionals for distinguished achievement on Broadway.

Tonight's the Night! BroadwayWorld's Complete Guide to Tonys Coverage - All You Need to Know About the Nominees, Schedule & More!
by BWW Special - Jun 10, 2018


It's only a day away! The 72nd Annual Tony Awards will air on CBS tomorrow night, June 10 at 8pm and as usual, BroadwayWorld will be your one-stop shop for all things Tonys on Tonys Day, Night and Beyond!Today is the day! The 72nd Annual Tony Awards will air on CBS tonight (...tonight, won't be just any night), June 10 at 8pm and as usual, BroadwayWorld will be your one-stop shop for all things Tonys on Tonys Day, Night and Beyond!

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