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George Watsky Joins APOCALYPTOUR in San Francisco, 5/25
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2012


Internet sensation Team StarKid will be joined by special guest rapper/poet George Watsky for one stop of APOCALYPTOUR, at Nob Hill Masonic Center in San Francisco on Friday, May 25 at 7:30 p.m. As previously announced, "Glee" star and StarKid co-founder Darren Criss will join the tour for two performances at the House of Blues in Los Angeles on Thursday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m. and the Roseland Ballroom in New York City, Sunday, June 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for these performances, priced $30 - $35, may be purchased via Ticketmaster.com or LiveNation.com (additional outlets for other cities noted below).

Jennifer Hudson Performs on USA's UPFRONT Today, 5/17
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2012


USA moves into Upfront Week for the first time with the biggest and most spectacular event yet with performances by Oscar and Grammy Award-winner Jennifer Hudson and world-renowned DJ and Grammy Award- winner Mark Ronson. The talent only presentation will feature the stars of USA at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall in New York City on Thursday, May 17 at 3:30pm.

West End's POTTED POTTER Begins Performances at the Little Shubert Theatre, 5/19
by Mark Valdez - May 15, 2012


Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions will present the US premiere of the acclaimed UK production, POTTED POTTER: The Unauthorized Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and Jeff, which was just nominated for the prestigious Olivier Award.

Wolf Trap to Include Demi Lovato, Lyle Lovett, et al. in Summer Season
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2012


Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announces its entire 2012 Summer season, featuring 92 performances at the majestic Filene Center amphitheater, nine evenings of opera at The Barns at Wolf Trap, and 34 performances in 108 days at Wolf Trap's Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods.

Demi Lovato, Wilco, Broadway Favorites in Concert, Opera and More Headline Wolf Trap's 41st Season
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2012


Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts has announced its entire 2012 Summer season, featuring 92 live performances and 108 days at the Filene Center amphitheater, nine evenings of opera at The Barns at Wolf Trap, and 34 performances at Wolf Trap's Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods. See below for recent additions to the line-up and schedule.

STAGE TUBE: Team StarKid Launches APOCALYPTOUR Today, 5/9 - Watch the Video Preview!
by Stage Tube - May 9, 2012


Following the amazing success of The SPACE Tour, internet sensation Team StarKid presents a second national tour: APOCALYPTOUR, featuring a cast of StarKid veterans performing hits from the company's acclaimed original comedy musicals A Very Potter Musical, A Very Potter Sequel, Me and My Dick, and Starship, as well as their latest parody show Holy Musical B@man!. APOCALYPTOUR launches at the House of Blues in Chicago tonight, May 9, and will culminate in New York City at the Roseland Ballroom on Sunday, June 10. Check out a video preview of APOCALYPTOUR below!

Rufus Wainwright Kicks Off Select U.S. Live Shows at BAM Tonight, 5/9
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2012


Rufus Wainwright's seventh studio album, Out of the Game, is now available on Decca. The Mark Ronson-produced album will be supported with appearances around the world, including select U.S. live concerts confirmed for this month.

Wolf Trap's Summer Season Tickets Go On Sale Today, 5/5; Feat. Counting Crows, Demi Lovato and More
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2012


Wolf Trap announces six concerts that go on sale today, May 5 at 10am. This list includes six Wolf Trap headlining debuts in Demi Lovato, Hot Chelle Rae, Ingrid Michaelson, Joe Walsh, Matisyahu and Dirty Heads, and second time headlining performances from Counting Crows, Wilco, and Train. For more information, visit: www.wolftrap.org.

Wolf Trap's Summer Season Includes Counting Crows, Demi Lovato and More
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2012


Wolf Trap announces six concerts that will go on sale this Saturday, May 5 at 10am. This list includes six Wolf Trap headlining debuts in Demi Lovato, Hot Chelle Rae, Ingrid Michaelson, Joe Walsh, Matisyahu and Dirty Heads, and second time headlining performances from Counting Crows, Wilco, and Train. For more information, visit: www.wolftrap.org.

Rufus Wainwright & Mark Ronson Team Up For 'Out Of The Game,' Available Today 5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2012


Rufus Wainwright returns to the pop foray with his eagerly anticipated new album, Out of the Game, released today, May 1st on Decca. Produced by the celebrated Mark Ronson, this is the seventh studio album from one of the most accomplished, contemporary singer-songwriters today.

Rufus Wainwright und Band live 2012 in Berlin
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2012


Am 20. April veroffentlicht Rufus Wainwright bei Decca sein sehnsuchtig erwartetes neues Album "Out Of The Game", das von Mark Ronson produziert wurde. Es ist das siebte Studioalbum des vielleicht besten, sicher aber vielseitigsten Songwriters der Gegenwart.

Rufus Wainwright Announces Summer North American Tour
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 24, 2012


Rufus Wainwright will take his new album Out of the Game out on the road with an 8-piece band this Spring & Summer for a highly anticipated North American tour. This is the first time he has toured with a band since 2008's 'Release The Stars' tour.

STAGE TUBE: Team StarKid Releases APOCALYPTOUR Video; Tour Launches 5/9!
by Stage Tube - Apr 21, 2012


Following the amazing success of The SPACE Tour, internet sensation Team StarKid announces a second national tour: APOCALYPTOUR, featuring a cast of StarKid veterans performing hits from the company's acclaimed original comedy musicals A Very Potter Musical, A Very Potter Sequel, Me and My Dick, and Starship, as well as their latest parody show Holy Musical B@man!. APOCALYPTOUR will launch at the House of Blues in Chicago on Wednesday, May 9, and culminate in New York City at the Roseland Ballroom on Sunday, June 10. Check out a video preview of APOCALYPTOUR below!

STAGE TUBE: Matt Zarley Releases 'Trust Me' Music Video
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 12, 2012


Matt Zarley began his career at 12 years old, dancing with Tony The Tiger in a Kellogg's 'Frosted Flakes' commercial. Subsequently, his path took him to Broadway many times. He made his Broadway debut, while still a teen, in A CHORUS LINE. He's also been featured in CATS, CHICAGO, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, and played the title roles in both JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT and THE WHO'S TOMMY.

Chaz Bono to Receive GLAAD's Stephen F. Kolzak Award
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 12, 2012


GLAAD, the nation's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy and anti-defamation organization, today announced it will honor LGBT equality advocate, author and speaker Chaz Bono at the 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards presented nationally by Ketel One and Wells Fargo. Bono will receive the Stephen F. Kolzak Award at the Los Angeles Ceremony on April 21, 2012 at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, presented locally by Delta Air Lines.

DWTS's Chaz Bono to Be Honored at 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 10, 2012


GLAAD, the nation's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy and anti-defamation organization, today announced it will honor LGBT equality advocate, author and speaker Chaz Bono at the 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards presented nationally by Ketel One and Wells Fargo. Bono will receive the Stephen F. Kolzak Award at the Los Angeles Ceremony on April 21, 2012 at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, presented locally by Delta Air Lines.

StarKid Launches 2nd National Tour, APOCALYTOUR, in Chicago, 5/9
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 9, 2012


Following the success of The SPACE Tour, internet sensation Team StarKid announces a second national tour: APOCALYTOUR, featuring a cast of StarKid veterans performing hits from the company's acclaimed original comedy musicals A Very Potter Musical, A Very Potter Sequel, Me and My Dick, and Starship, as well as their latest parody show Holy Musical B@man!. APOCALYPTOUR will launch at the House of Blues in Chicago on Wednesday, May 9, and culminate in New York City at the Roseland Ballroom on Sunday, June 10.

VIVA PATSHIVA to Play Equity Showcase at One Arm Red, 3/30-4/7
by BWW News Desk - Apr 7, 2012


Viva Patshiva is an original musical comedy about a down and out man who is swept up by an ancient culture living in the shadows of Brooklyn. After embarking on a series of misadventures with a colorful crew of musical wanderers, he is confronted with a choice that could reconnect him with his soul or send him to hell forever.

Harry Potter Parody, POTTED POTTER, to Play Off-Broadway's Little Shubert Theatre in May
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 3, 2012


Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions will present the US premiere of the acclaimed UK production, Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and Jeff, which was just nominated for the prestigious Olivier Award.

VIVA PATSHIVA to Play Equity Showcase at One Arm Red, 3/30-4/7
by BWW News Desk - Mar 30, 2012


Viva Patshiva is an original musical comedy about a down and out man who is swept up by an ancient culture living in the shadows of Brooklyn. After embarking on a series of misadventures with a colorful crew of musical wanderers, he is confronted with a choice that could reconnect him with his soul or send him to hell forever.

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