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British TV Host, Pianist & Bandleader Jools Holland Headed to The Blue Note
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2017


World-class rhythm and blues/ boogie-woogie pianist Jools Holland has become a British institution over the last 25 plus years, having achieved worldwide acclaim as host of the immensely popular Later....With Jools Holland on BBC Two Television since its debut in 1992. Holland will now perform live in New York City, his first U.S. performance in more than 15 years, at the legendary Blue Note.

getTV to Air Landmark Episode of THE SMOTHERS BROTHERS COMEDY HOUR ft. The Who, 9/17
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2017


To celebrate the 50th anniversary of a landmark moment in television history, getTV will air the historic episode of THE SMOTHERS BROTHERS COMEDY HOUR that featured The Who in an explosive performance on Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 9PM ET/8PM CT—exactly half a century after its initial broadcast.

getTV to Air Landmark Episode of THE SMOTHERS BROTHERS COMEDY HOUR ft. The Who, 9/17
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 7, 2017


To celebrate the 50th anniversary of a landmark moment in television history, getTV will air the historic episode of THE SMOTHERS BROTHERS COMEDY HOUR that featured The Who in an explosive performance on Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 9PM ET/8PM CT—exactly half a century after its initial broadcast.

BWW Interview: Broadway & West End's Alfie Boe Talks 'Classic Quadrophenia', Michael Ball and Les Miz
by Kevin Pollack - Aug 31, 2017


Alfie Boe is best known for his internationally critically acclaimed performances as Jean Valjean in the musical Les Miserables, playing the role in the Queen's Theatre in London, the Les Miserables: 25th Anniversary Concert in October 2010, and in the Broadway revival. He has been playing the lead role in Finding Neverland on Broadway beginning March 29, 2016. As well, Boe shared a Tony Award with the other members of the ensemble cast of Baz Luhrmann's 2002 revival of La boheme in 2003. He has sold over one million albums in the U.K.

Interview: Lucas 'Rico' Corrubia Talks Career in Broadway's Audio World, Stars from Michael Crawford to Liza Minnelli, Health Troubles & His Journey Back to Work
by Robert Diamond - Jul 14, 2017


Currently, Lucas is mostly staying at his home in Atlantic City recovering from severe complications he received from open heart surgery in January 2016. He suffered extensive injuries to his hands and feet, spent a total of 4 1/2 months in the cardiac ICU at Brigham and Women's hospital & various rehabs and has been unable to return work. He is anxiously waiting to work with new hand and finger prosthetics while continuing to get stronger every day...all this while keeping an amazingly positive attitude and having his wife Rebecca by his side.

Doc 'n Roll Film Festival Comes to Hull this Week
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2017


Doc´n Roll Film Festival, the UK´s acclaimed music documentary festival, brings its rich and innovative programming to Hull this week, working with Hull Independent Cinema and supported by the BFI.

Coffee House Presents Joshua Radin and Rachael Yamagata at Boulder Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2017


Coffee House presents Joshua Radin and Rachael Yamagata at Boulder Theater on July 25, 2017.

BWW Review: CINDERELLA at Downtown Cabaret Children's Theatre
by Sean Fallon - Apr 15, 2017


Downtown Cabaret Children's Theatre in Bridgeport, CT entertains while providing unique twists and positive lessons from the classic children's story CINDERELLA. The entire family will enjoy this musical with audience participation for children and music from the 1980s for their parents.

Oliver James Releases Music Video 'The More You Love The More You Live' From Album 'What Have We Learned'
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 6, 2017


Oliver James' new video 'The More You Love The More You Live' is from his new album, 'What We Have Learned'. James' songs combine soaring vocals, sweeping melodies, and one memorable chorus after another.

Be Thankful in November at Blue Note Hawaii
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2016


We're thankful for this amazing November lineup at Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists.

Lott Entertainment Presents to Launch 2nd Season with New Home, New Works
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2016


Lott Entertainment Presents' second season begins with a new home and a slew of new works guaranteed to raise the bar-and some eyebrows-in Houston's performing arts scene.

Donnie Kehr Returns to JERSEY BOYS in Las Vegas, Through March 6
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 3, 2016


?For veteran Broadway actor Donnie Kehr, JERSEY BOYS has been an interesting and enviable ride. He appeared in the very first production of the show in La Jolla, under the direction of Des McAnuff, where he originated the role of Gyp DeCarlo.

VIDEO: LES MISERABLES' Alfie Boe Performs 'Bring Him Home' on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 17, 2015


Tony Award winner Tenor Alfie Boe, known for his role as Jean Valjean in LES MISERABLES joins the fourth hour of NBC's TODAY to sing 'Bring Him Home' from the long-running Broadway hit

DVR Alert: LES MISERABLES' Alfie Boe Performs on NBC's TODAY This Morning
by TV News Desk - Nov 17, 2015


NBC has announced that today, November 17th, Broadway's Alfie Boe will perform a song from LES MISERABLES during the 10-11 a.m. hour of TODAY.

DVR Alert: LES MISERABLES' Alfie Boe to Perform on NBC's TODAY, 11/17
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 13, 2015


NBC has announced that on Tuesday, November 17th, Broadway's Alfie Boe will perform a song from LES MISERABLES during the 10-11 a.m. hour of TODAY.

Alfie Boe - Broadway's 'Jean Valjean' - to Depart LES MISERABLES This February
by Jessica Khan - Nov 12, 2015


A brand-new promo for Broadway's LES MISERABLES just hit YouTube (watch it below!), and it looks like Alfie Boe isn't long for the part of 'Jean Valjean'. The video announces the actor's departure date as February 28th, 2016. No word yet on who will replace him in the lead role, but BWW will keep our ears to the ground!

MEMOIRS OF THE BRIGHT SIDE OF THE MOON Shares Stories Told By Ginger Gilmour
by Christina Mancuso - Oct 2, 2015


LONDON, Oct. 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ Pink Floyd's David Gilmour and Ginger Gilmourmarried on a bright sunny day in England during the recordings of 'Wish You Were Here'. This book, published by Angelscript, is a collection of stories told by Ginger Gilmour in her own words titled 'Memoirs of the Bright Side of the Moon'.

Alfie Boe is Back on Broadway - A Look Back at the Top Performances from LES MISERABLES' New Lead!
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 1, 2015


Alfie Boe returns to Broadway as 'Jean Valjean' tonight in Cameron Mackintosh's production of Claude-Michel Schonberg & Alain Boublil's Les Miserables, now in its second year at the Imperial Theatre. Tony Award nominee Ramin Karimloo gave his final performance just last Sunday, August 30. BWW welcomes Boe back to Broadway with a roundup of his top performances - check them out below, and be sure to let us know your favorites below!

Alfie Boe Joins Broadway's LES MISERABLES as 'Jean Valjean' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2015


Internationally-renowned performer Alfie Boe returns to Broadway to star as 'Jean Valjean' in Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed new Broadway production of Claude-Michel Schonberg & Alain Boublil's Les Miserables, now in its second year at the Imperial Theatre (249 West 45th Street). Boe begins performances in Les Miserables tonight, September 1.

BWW Interview: Boe's Back! LES MISERABLES' New Jean Valjean Preps for His Big Broadway Return
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 15, 2015


Boe just began rehearsals for his Broadway comeback, and he checked in with BroadwayWorld after Day 1. In the full interview below find out how he feels about being Britain's favorite tenor, what his memories are of the 25th Anniversary concert and so much more!

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