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Margo Seibert, Jenni Barber, Lesli Margherita, Mitchell Jarvis and More Join NAMT's 26th Annual Festival of New Musicals; Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 14, 2014


The National Alliance For Musical Theatre (NAMT) is proud to announce final casting for the 26th Annual Festival of New Musicals. Michael Cassara Casting serves as the resident casting office for the 26th Annual Festival of New Musicals, taking place on Thursday, October 23, 2014 and Friday, October 24, 2014 at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street). Online Festival registration ends Friday, October 17.

11th Hour Theatre Company Offers Staged Reading of THE LIFE This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2014


Performances are today, October 4 at 8 PM and Sunday, October 5 at 2 PM and 7 PM. Tickets are $25 for general admission, $15 for students and industry, and are available at www.11thhourtheatrecompany.org or by calling 267-987-9865.

Annaleigh Ashford, Heidi Blickenstaff, Terence Archie & More Set for NAMT's FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 2, 2014


The National Alliance For Musical Theatre (NAMT) just announced initial casting for the 26th Annual Festival of New Musicals. Michael Cassara Casting serves as the resident casting office for the 26th Annual Festival of New Musicals, taking place on Thursday, October 23, 2014 and Friday, October 24, 2014 at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street).

Photo Flash: First Look at WPPAC's DOGFIGHT
by Matt Smith - Sep 18, 2014


A First look at the The New York regional premiere of Dogfight which opens this weekend at the White Plains Performing Arts Centerfollowing a recent run Off Broadway. Dogfight is a new musical written by TONY Nominees Benj Pasek & Justin Paul (A Christmas Story) with a book by Peter Duchan -- based on the blockbuster 1991 Warner Bros. film starring River Phoenix and Lili Taylor; screenplay written by Bob Comfort.

11th Hour Theatre Company to Offer Staged Reading of THE LIFE, 10/4-5
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 15, 2014


Performances are Saturday, October 4 at 8 PM and Sunday, October 5 at 2 PM and 7 PM. Tickets are $25 for general admission, $15 for students and industry, and are available at www.11thhourtheatrecompany.org or by calling 267-987-9865.

Lonny Price, Chris Cattelli, Marc Bruni and More to Helm NAMT's 2014 Festival Productions Next Month
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2014


The National Alliance For Musical Theatre (NAMT) announced today the all-star lineup of directors and musical directors participating in the 26th Annual Festival of New Musicals on Thursday, October 23, 2014 and Friday, October 24, 2014 at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street).

Cast Announced for White Plains Performing Arts Center's NY Regional Premiere of DOGFIGHT
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 22, 2014


The New York regional premiere of Dogfight will take place September 19-21 at the White Plains Performing Arts Center following a recent run Off Broadway. Dogfight is a new musical written by TONY Nominees Benj Pasek & Justin Paul (A Christmas Story) with a book by Peter Duchan -- based on the blockbuster 1991 Warner Bros. film starring River Phoenix and Lili Taylor; screenplay written by Bob Comfort.

Photo Flash: New Production Photos from Southwark's DOGFIGHT, Plus Post Show Q&A
by Roy Tan - Aug 15, 2014


Dogfight, Music and Lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, Book by Peter Duchan, based on the Warner Bros film and screenplay by Bob Comfort, is produced by Danielle Tarento, the award-winning producer of Titanic, Parade and Mack & Mabel, and directed by Matt Ryan, in The Large at Southwark Playhouse for a six-week season through Saturday 13 September.

BWW Reviews: DOGFIGHT, Southwark Playhouse, August 13, 2014
by Kevin Sherwin - Aug 14, 2014


Even as ritual humiliation goes, this is particularly cruel: a group of US marines, in San Francisco for one last night in 1963 before they head to war, initiate a game whereby each must lure the least attractive girl they can find to a party, with money in the pot for whoever brings the 'ugliest' date. Though fairly simplistic, the premise of Dogfight - making its European debut at the Southwark Playhouse - is an instantly intriguing one and a highly effective set up for the pathos that's to come.

BWW Interviews: The DOGFIGHT Creators Arrive In London For Show's European Premiere!
by Carrie Dunn - Aug 13, 2014


I'm fairly sure that after flying across the Atlantic, one might conceivably be excused for being tired. But the trio of creatives behind Dogfight - Benj Pasek, Justin Paul and Peter Duchan - are happily sitting in the cafe at the Southwark Playhouse, cheerily chatting away before their show's official European premiere.

Photo Flash: First Look at Southwark Playhouse's DOGFIGHT, Now Playing Through 13 Sept
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 11, 2014


Dogfight, Music and Lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, Book by Peter Duchan, based on the Warner Bros film and screenplay by Bob Comfort, is produced by Danielle Tarento, the award-winning producer of Titanic, Parade and Mack & Mabel, and directed by Matt Ryan, in The Large at Southwark Playhouse for a six-week season through Saturday 13 September.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for July 30th, 2014
by Paul W. Thompson - Jul 30, 2014


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Our biggest musical theaters check in: Broadway In Chicago, the Marriott, the Drury Lane, the Paramount and Munster's TATC, plus Victory Gardens' special events, BoHo's 2015 season, 'The Book Of Merman' and new works from Jane Austen and the Everleigh Club!

ArtsWest and Balagan Theatre Join Forces for Seattle Premiere of DOGFIGHT This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2014


ArtsWest and Balagan Theatre are excited to announce the joining of forces this fall for the Seattle premiere of Dogfight. This production will be the second of the season for both companies and the first collaboration between them. ArtsWest and Balagan Theatre are looking forward to this exciting opportunity to work together and to continue reaching out and fostering new relationships.

Photo Flash: WaterTower Theatre's DOGFIGHT, Now Though 8/17
by Courtnie Mele - Jul 27, 2014


WaterTower Theatre's Dogfight runs now through August 17, 2014 at the Addison Theatre Centre. Music and Lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, book by Peter Duchan. Check below for photos from the production.

Zak Reynolds, Kyle Igneczi and More Lead WaterTower Theatre's DOGFIGHT, Now thru 8/17
by BWW News Desk - Jul 25, 2014


WaterTower Theatre today announced the cast for the new musical Dogfight, with music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, book by Peter Duchan, running today, July 25 - August 17, 2014 at the Addison Theatre Centre.

BoHo Theatre to Present DOGFIGHT, ORDINARY DAYS & More in 2015
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 22, 2014


Following up the success of its landmark 10th anniversary season, BoHo Theatre has announced its lineup for its 11th Season. BoHo has gained widespread acclaim for the quality and range of its programming, including leading Chicago with the most non-Equity Jeff Award nominations for the past two years. In choosing its next season, BoHo continues its commitment to celebrating the Bohemian Pillars of Truth, Beauty, Freedom, and Love and exploring them through the lens of human relationships.

Benj Pasek & Justin Paul to Attend European Premiere of DOGFIGHT in London, 13 August
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 22, 2014


Tony-nominated songwriters Benj Pasek & Justin Paul and book writer Peter Duchan are to attend the European premiere of their acclaimed musical Dogfight at Southwark Playhouse on Wednesday 13 August.

Lillias White, Lindsay Mendez & Derek Klena and More Set for 54 Below this Week
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 14, 2014


Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.

Lindsay Mendez & Derek Klena, FRIENDSHIP, FABLES, AND FUN and More Set for Late Night at 54 Below This Week
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2014


Craving a show after the show? 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, is expanding its popular late-night series with fresh faces and hot new performances to keep the party buzzing into the wee hours.

Bianca Marroquin, Lindsay Mendez & Derek Klena and More Set for 54 Below this Week
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 7, 2014


Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.

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