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BWW Flashback: GILDA RADNER LIVE FROM NEW YORK Takes Over the Winter Garden Theatre in 1979
by Walter McBride - Feb 9, 2018


We're taking you deep into the archives of BroadwayWorld photographer Walter McBride for exclusive flashbacks to Broadway past. Today, check out the Winter Garden Theatre marquee in 1979, when Gilda Radner- Live from New York was playing!

The 2018 Tribeca Film Festival Will Open 17th Edition With World Premiere of LOVE, GILDA Documentary
by Macon Prickett - Feb 6, 2018


The Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, will open its 17th edition with the world premiere of LOVE, GILDA onWednesday, April 18, 2018. CNN Films presents the feature length documentary - produced by 3 Faces Films in association with Motto Pictures - which opens a window into the world of celebrated Emmy® and Grammy® award-winning comedian Gilda Radner who became a cultural icon the moment audiences first laughed with her on Saturday Night Live's debut episode. A trailblazer for female comedians, her impact on the entertainment industry has endured almost four decades. The film will premiere opening night of the Tribeca Film Festival at the Beacon Theatre in New York City, the city she called home when she catapulted to fame. Tickets for Opening Night go on sale on March 20 at www.tribecafilm.com/festival. The 2018 Tribeca Film Festival runs April 18-29.

Darlene Love Returns to Landmark This Valentine's Day
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2018


Her name is LOVE, and that's what the audience feels whenever Darlene Love takes the stage.  The star of the Academy Award-winning documentary 20 Feet From Stardom and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Darlene Love is an adored American musical icon.

Paul Shaffer to Host Live-Streamed GRAMMY AWARDS Premiere Ceremony
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 18, 2018


The GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony will take place at The Theater at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018, from 3 6 p.m. ET and will be streamed live internationally via GRAMMY.com/live and CBS.com.

Legendary Spinal Tap Bassist Derek Smalls Returns with First Solo Record
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 17, 2018


Derek Smalls, the bass force formerly of the fabled heavy metal band formerly known as Spinal Tap, returns with the release of his first full length solo venture Smalls Change (Meditations Upon Ageing), out globally April 13 via Twanky Records/BMG on digital, CD and vinyl.

BWW Morning Brief January 15th, 2018: Kandi Burruss Makes Her Broadway Debut in CHICAGO, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2018


Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: Atlanta Real Housewife @Kandi Burruss makes her Broadway debut in @ChicagoMusical, and more!

Majestic Theater presents the Legendary Darlene Love
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 4, 2018


On Sunday, February 18, 2018 at 3:00 p.m., Darlene Love will Rock Your World at the Majestic Theater, Gettysburg, PA at 3:00 p.m. She is known for her roof raising voice behind the 1960's hits He's a Rebel and the holiday classic Christmas (Baby Please Come Home). The New York Times raved ... Darlene Love's thunderbolt voice is as embedded in the history of rock and roll as Eric Clapton's guitar or Bob Dylan's lyrics. Through the years, Darlene Love continues to captivate audiences worldwide with her warm, gracious stage presence and superb performances.

Paul Shaffer to Headline Caesars Palace This Winter
by BWW News Desk - Dec 21, 2017


Celebrated bandleader, multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer and comedian Paul Shaffer along with his talented full band, The Shaf-Shifters, will perform an exclusive three-week engagement at the iconic Cleopatra's Barge at Caesars Palace on select dates in December 2017 and January 2018.

Enda Walsh's BALLYTURK Highlights Irish Arts Center's Spring 2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2017


Irish Arts Center (IAC), the arts and cultural center dedicated to projecting a dynamic image of Ireland and Irish America for the 21st century, announces its Spring 2018 lineup, featuring a characteristically wide range of theatrical, musical, dance, literary, podcast, interdisciplinary and educational events.

Irish Arts Center Announces Spring 2018 Season
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 14, 2017


Irish Arts Center Announces Spring 2018 Season

Vanilla Fudge 'Live At Sweden Rock 2016' Out Today
by Danielle Kfare - Dec 8, 2017


In the small Swedish town of N rje near S lvesborg, on July 9, 2016, in front of an audience of thousands, four American musicians gave a blistering performance that would encapsulate five decades of rock'n'roll history. The performance was at the legendary SWEDEN ROCK festival; the band was VANILLA FUDGE.

Bill Murray & Brian Doyle-Murray's EXTRA INNINGS to Debut on Facebook Watch
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 13, 2017


Oso Studios and Facebook today announced the premiere of Bill Murray and Brian Doyle-Murray's EXTRA INNINGS an original unscripted series on minor league baseball hosted by the comedy icons.

Paul Loren Premieres New Single 'I Know A Place' on Huffington Post
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 13, 2017


Paul Loren, the dashing and retro-chic crooner whose songs bring a modern edge to lounge-era pop, premieres his new video and single, 'I Know A Place,' on Huffington Post.

30 ROCK's Don Scardino to Return to Feinstein's/54 Below with Autobiographical Show
by BWW News Desk - Nov 6, 2017


Due to popular demand, two-time Emmy Award winner Don Scardino, best known for his long-running stint as the director of NBC's hit comedy 30 Rock, returns to Feinstein's/54 Below with his hit autobiographical show, Don Scardino with John Miller.

The Fab Faux to Perform The Beatles' 'No. 1 Album' at the Beacon This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2017


The Fab Faux are returning to New York City for a concert at the Beacon Theatre today, November 4 at 8 p.m., featuring The Hogshead Horns & The Cr me Tangerine Strings, performing The Beatles' 'No. 1 Album' in its entirety.

Catherine Russell, New York Pops, and More Come to Carnegie Hall this Winter
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2017


Carnegie Hall has announced upcoming November and December events. Check out the listings below!

Paul Shaffer to Headline Caesars Palace This Winter
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2017


Celebrated bandleader, multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer and comedian Paul Shaffer along with his talented full band, The Shaf-Shifters, will perform an exclusive three-week engagement at the iconic Cleopatra's Barge at Caesars Palace on select dates in December 2017 and January 2018.

Two-Time Fred Ebb Award Finalists And Writers Of SEEING STARS The Breithaupt Brothers Return To Joe's Pub
by Rebecca Russo - Oct 18, 2017


On Thursday, October 26, 7 PM, two-time Fred Ebb Award finalists Don and Jeff Breithaupt (aka The Breithaupt Brothers), whose Seeing Stars -- an original musical comedy written with book writer Shelley McPherson -- delighted sold-out audiences at the New York Musical Festival and whose recent recording, Just Passing Through, prompted CBC Radio to call their songs 'worthy of the Great American Songbook,' bring their songbook back to Joe's Pub for an all-star revue. The show will feature a cast of acclaimed cabaret, musical theater, and jazz singers fronted by a sparkling house band. Singing a selection of new Breithaupt Brothers songs and favorites, as well as a clutch of songs from Seeing Stars, will be rising cabaret star Marissa Mulder, the Manhattan Transfer's Janis Siegel, jazz trio Duchess, Broadway's Jeremy Kushnier, singer-songwriter Jamie Leonhart, cabaret spitfire Shelley McPherson, The Sweet Remains' Greg Naughton, and actors Michael Halling, Christian Campbell, Joan Hess, Chris Bolan, and Todd Gearhart.

GRAMMY SALUTE TO MUSIC LEGENDS on PBS to Honor Charley Pride & More Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2017


In collaboration with the Recording Academy, 'Great Performances ' presents GRAMMY SALUTE TO MUSIC LEGENDS, the second annual all-star concert offering a primetime spotlight for the Academy's 2017 Special Merit Awards recipients.

GRAMMY SALUTE TO MUSIC LEGENDS Airs on PBS' 'Great Performances' Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2017


In collaboration with the Recording Academy, 'Great Performances' presents 'GRAMMY Salute To Music Legends', the second annual all-star concert offering a primetime spotlight for the Academy's 2017 Special Merit Awards recipients.

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