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All-New Sing-Along Version of Disney's FROZEN to Hit Theaters, Jan 31
by Movies News Desk - Jan 22, 2014


"Frozen" audiences are invited to join the act-literally-as more than 1000 theaters nationwide introduce an all-new sing-along version of Disney's Oscar-nominated, Golden Globe-winning big-screen adventure beginning Jan. 31, 2014.

THE BOOK OF MORMON Announces Lottery Policy for Fox Theatre Run
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 22, 2014


THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, has announced a lottery ticket policy for the National Tour, which begins January 28 at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta as part of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2013/2014 season. The show plays a limited two week engagement through February 9. In Atlanta, the production will conduct a pre-show lottery at the box office, making a limited number of tickets available at $25 apiece. For more information, visit www.broadwayinatlanta.com.

Video: Cast of AVENUE Q Congratulates Lopez Team on Oscar Nom w/ 'Let It Go' Cover
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 22, 2014


Below, the cast of AVENUE Q expresses congratulations to Bobby (co-creator of AVE Q) & Kristen Lopez on their recent Oscar nomination with their own cover of 'Let It Go' from Disney's Frozen.

FROZEN Video of the Day - Adorable Bella & Sophia Take On 'In Summer'
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 21, 2014


Today we present 8-year-old Bella and 10-year-old Sophia singing their cover of 'In Summer,' performed in the film by Josh Gad.

THE BOOK OF MORMON Begins Performances at Pantages Theatre Today
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2014


The Book of Mormon's return engagement at the Hollywood Pantages begins today, January 21 at Theatre and continues through March 16, 2014.

THE BOOK OF MORMON, WICKED & FLASHDANCE Set for Broadway Across Canada's 2014-15 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 20, 2014


Theatre fans will once again have the opportunity to experience some of the most acclaimed shows offered on Broadway without leaving the comfort of home. Broadway Across Canada is thrilled to bring another season of the hottest musicals and first-rate Broadway performances to the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium.

FROZEN Video of the Day: 'Let It Go' - The Alto Version!
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 20, 2014


Today we offer an alternative version of the Oscar-nominated hit song 'Let It Go,' for those of us who perhaps can't quite reach the soaring notes that Ms. Menzel can!

Quebec's Hotel de Glace Unveils Disney's FROZEN Suite
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 17, 2014


Today, Walt Disney Studios has unveiled the first images from the Frozen-inspired suite at Quebec City's famed Hôtel de Glace, in celebration of Disney's 'FROZEN' Blu-ray & Digital HD release. Created entirely out of sculpted ice and snow and supervised by the film's art director Michael Giaimo, the 'Frozen Suite' is modeled after Anna & Elsa's bedrooms. The collaboration will also include a 'Frozen Activity Cave' bringing the wonder of Disney's wintry tale to life like never before. The suite will be unveiled this weekend and remain open through March 23.

12 YEARS A SLAVE, GRAVITY Among Winners at Critics Choice Awards; Full List Announced
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 17, 2014


The Broadcast Film Critics Association (BFCA) announced the winners for the 19th Annual Critics' Choice Movie Awards tonight, live from the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Calif.

FROZEN Video of the Day: 'Do You Want to Build a Snowman' Goes Horror Movie
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 17, 2014


Today we present an eerie version of 'Do You Want To Build A Snowman', which could have come right out of a horror movie!

12 YEARS A SLAVE, GRAVITY, AMERICAN HUSTLE Win Big at 19th Annual Critics' Choice Movie Awards - Full List!
by Movies News Desk - Jan 16, 2014


The Broadcast Film Critics Association (BFCA) announced the winners for the 19th Annual Critics' Choice Movie Awards tonight, live from the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Calif. The show aired on The CW Network at 8:00PM ET/PT and was hosted by Aisha Tyler. Scroll down for the full list of winners!

Gexa Energy's Broadway at the Hobby Center Announces Blockbuster Season
by David Clarke - Jan 16, 2014


Now that New Year's Eve celebrations are behind us, my favorite time of the theatre year is upon us. In late winter and early spring, theaters all around Houston start unveiling their upcoming seasons, in hopes of keeping current season subscribers and gaining new ones. Kicking off this annual season of unveiling is Gexa Energy's Broadway at the Hobby Center 2014-2015 Season announcement.

Idina Menzel Will Perform at OSCARS 'If They Ask Me!'
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 16, 2014


In an interview posted on today's EWonline, Broadway star Idina Menzel commented on this morning's announcement that Disney's latest animated hit film FROZEN received two Oscar nominations.

'Let It Go' at the Oscars- Will Idina Menzel or Demi Lovato Perform?
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 16, 2014


Coming as no surprise to anyone, the talented husband and wife musical team of Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez (Avenue Q, Book of Mormon) received a nod for Best Original Song, Frozen's 'Let It Go', performed in the film by Idina Menzel and by Demi Lovato as a single. The Disney hit film also picked up a nomination for Best Animated Film. Now one question remains- which belting beauty (if either at all) will perform the song at the ceremony? Would you rather watch Idina or Demi onstage on March 2? Reacquaint yourself with both versions below!

Meryl Streep, Cate Blanchett & Lopez Team Among 2014 OSCAR Nominees!
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 16, 2014


Several notable Broadway vets were among this year's esteemed list, including Amy Adams as Best Actress in a Lead Role for American Hustle.

STAGE TUBE: AVENUE Q Cast Performs for Talks at Google!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 15, 2014


AVENUE Q's Jennifer Barnhart, Darren Bluestone, Sala Iwamatsu, Jason Jacoby, Veronica Kuehn, Nick Kohn, Jed Resnick, and Danielle Kamilah Thomas just joined Alan Seales from Google for a special performance and Q&A. Check out the full appearance below!

Stephanie J. Block & Andrew Rannells to Join New York Pops at Carnegie Hall, 3/21
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 15, 2014


On March 21, 2014, The New York Pops continues its 31st season at Carnegie Hall with On Broadway, an evening celebrating some of Broadway's most unforgettable hits from the past and present, featuring Tony Award nominees Stephanie J. Block and Andrew Rannells. Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley were previously slated to perform but are unable to appear due to scheduling conflicts.

FROZEN Video of the Day: Tickle the Ivories with 'Let It Go'
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 15, 2014


Today, talented musician Ryan Jones tickles the ivories with a beautiful piano version of FROZEN's 'Let It Go'!

STAGE TUBE: Let It Go (Pop Male Version by Daniele Carta Mantiglia)
by Nino Prattico - Jan 14, 2014


It's Frozen-mania! In recent weeks, many YouTubers have posted their own cover of Let It Go, the most successful song of the brand new Disney movie FROZEN. The song, written by Robert Lopez (Avenue Q, The Book Of Mormon) and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, has caught the attention of performers all over the world and - thanks to the web, which allows us to find these hidden gems - today we put you before this 'Pop Male Version' made by Daniele Carta Mantiglia, a promising young Italian performer.

86TH ANNUAL ACADEMY AWARDS Nominations; Full List Announced from AMERICAN HUSTLE to FROZEN
by BWW Special - Jan 16, 2014


Actor Chris Hemsworth and Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President Cheryl Boone Isaacs announced the 86th Academy Awards nominations this morning, Thursday, January 16. Boone Isaacs and Hemsworth unveiled the nominations at a 5:38 a.m. PT live news conference at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, where hundreds of media representatives from around the world gathered.

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