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LOVE NEVER DIES & PHANTOM 25th Set for February 7, 2012 US Release
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 6, 2011


Broadway's longest-running production of all time celebrates a triumphant quarter century on stage with The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall, coming to Blu-rayTM - with perfect hi-def picture and perfect hi-def sound- DVD, On Demand and Digital Download on February 7, 2012 from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. On October 2, 2011, composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and producer Cameron Mackintosh marked the 25th anniversary of their beloved musical extravaganza, "The Phantom of the Opera," with a lavishly staged production at London's legendary Royal Albert Hall that was beamed live via satellite to cinemas across the globe.The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall marks the first time a live performance of the blockbuster musical has been made available for home viewing, making it a must-have anniversary release for fans everywhere.

PRISCILLA Performs At NY Stock Exchange X-mas Tree Lighting
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 6, 2011


Bette Midler's production of the Tony Award® winning hit musical PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT will perform a medley of dance-floor hits featuring the PRISCILLA "Diva" trio at today's annual New York Stock Exchange Christmas Tree Lighting at 4:00pm.

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of Australian LOVE NEVER DIES with Andrew Lloyd Webber
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 30, 2011


The continuation of Broadway's longest-running musical The Phantom of the Opera, Love Never Dies, which opened May 21 at Melbourne's Regent Theatre, will move to Sydney's Capitol Theatre on January 12, 2012. Previews will begin on January 8, and the production will continue for 12 weeks through April 1. Click below to go behind the scenes of the production with creator Andrew Lloyd Webber!

PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT to Perform at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 18, 2011


Bette Midler's production of the Tony Award® winning hit musical PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT will perform a medley of dance-floor hits featuring a cast of 23 on the 85th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, aired nationally on NBC on Thursday morning, November 24 in the 9:30am half hour.

LOVE NEVER DIES to Move to Sydney's Capitol Theatre in January 2012
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 7, 2011


The continuation of Broadway's longest-running musical The Phantom of the Opera, Love Never Dies, which opened May 21 at Melbourne's Regent Theatre, will move to Sydney's Capitol Theatre on January 12, 2012. Previews will begin on January 8, and the production will continue for 12 weeks through April 1.

MTC Invites The Public To Celebrate NYE with The Importance of Being Earnest
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 2, 2011


Begin 2012 in decadent fashion as Lord and Lady Bracknell invite you to join them for the ultimate New Year's Eve event at the MTC Theatre, Sumner.

Tasti D-Lite Introduces PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Inspired Flavor!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 28, 2011


The Tony Award winning smash hit PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT, produced by 'The Divine Miss M' Bette Midler, knows how to give people a good time - inside the theater and out! First there were the delicious Magnolia cupcakes, and now every New Yorker's favorite frozen treat, Tasti D-Lite, will reveal a brand new flavor inspired by PRISCILLA - 'DIVABERRY by Priscilla.' The new flavor will debut at the Times Square Tasti D-Lite (1588 Broadway) on Tuesday, November 1, and will be available exclusively at that location every Tuesday throughout November. There will also be an in-store raffle during the month to win two tickets to PRISCILLA and a Tasti Treat Card. Additionally, PRISCILLA ticket-holders will receive $1.00 off any Tasti D-Lite treat (including DIVABERRY by Priscilla) by showing their ticket (offer valid 11/01/11-11/30/11 at Times Square location only).

STAGE TUBE: PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT's Tony Sheldon Visits WEEKEND TODAY
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 27, 2011


PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL's Tony Award nominated star and original Australian leading man Tony Sheldon sat down live with NBC 4 'Weekend Today in New York' anchor Pat Battle this week to discuss starring in the Tony Award winning hit musical, and introduced NBC 4's 'Meg-A-Phone' exclusive Australian Northern Territory adventure contest giveaway. Click below to check out his appearance!

PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT's Tony Sheldon to be Featured on WEEKEND TODAY, 10/22
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 21, 2011


PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL's Tony Award nominated star and original Australian leading man Tony Sheldon, will sit down live with NBC 4 'Weekend Today in New York' anchor Pat Battle tomorrow morning, Saturday, October 22 in the 9:30am half hour to discuss starring in the Tony Award winning hit musical, and introduce NBC 4's 'Meg-A-Phone' exclusive Australian Northern Territory adventure contest giveaway.

PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Announces Australian Outback Getaway Contest
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 13, 2011


Get out your most fabulous frock and put on that bedazzled thinking cap! The Tony Award winning smash hit PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT, produced by 'The Divine Miss M' Bette Midler, will host an exclusive trivia contest with NBC 4 New York's 'Meg-A-Phone' on Saturday, October 22, 2011 between 9-10AM. Five finalists will each win a pair of tickets to PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT on Broadway. The grand prize winner will receive round-trip travel from New York to famed Uluru (Ayers Rock) in Australia's Northern Territory - the setting for the Broadway show; hotel accommodations for five nights; and a touring itinerary for the trip, including some of Australia's most iconic landmark destinations such as Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kings Canyon and Alice Springs. PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT is the most successful Australian musical of all time, and the lucky grand prize winner will get to experience first-hand many of the landmarks visited in the show.

PRISCILLA Cast to Perform on 'The Rosie Show' Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2011


The cast of PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT will be making an appearance on OWN Network's new talk show, 'The Rosie Show', starring Rosie O'Donnell.

Nominations Open for 2011 BWW Toronto Theatre Awards
by Kelly Cameron - Oct 10, 2011


After the huge success of last year's 2010 BWW Toronto Theatre Awards, we are pleased to be back again this year with a new category (Best Understudy), better nomination and voting system and more deserving shows than ever! Nominations are open until October 31st and voting will commence in November. Be sure to nominate to ensure your favourites aren't left out.

RETURN TO EARTH Comes To MTC Mainstage, November 9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 10, 2011


In her MTC mainstage debut, Katz delivers a fantastical play steeped in autobiographical detail; a bitter-sweet comedy about a young lady who returns home only to discover a foreign country.

PRISCILLA Cast to Perform on 'The Rosie Show', 10/13
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 5, 2011


According to Entertainment Weekly, the cast of PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT will be making an appearance on OWN Network's new talk show, 'The Rosie Show', starring Rosie O'Donnell.

54th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival Wraps Up Weekend of Music
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 30, 2011


The 54th Monterey Jazz Festival wrapped up Sunday, September 18th after a weekend of stunning weather and incredible performances by debut artists and old favorites alike.

LOVE NEVER DIES Tour Coming to the UK?
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 29, 2011


According to Whatsonstage.com, Andrew Lloyd Webber's sequel to Phantom of the Opera, Love Never Dies, could be heading back to the UK for a national tour in 2012. The West End production took its final bow on August 27. No official announcement on a UK tour has been made.

STAGE TUBE: Andrew Lloyd Webber Visits LOVE NEVER DIES Filming
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 26, 2011


The continuation of Broadway's longest-running musical The Phantom of the Opera, Love Never Dies, which is currently playing at Melbourne's Regent Theatre, will be available on DVD in February 2012. In the video below, creator of the show Andrew Lloyd Webber stopps by the filming and chats about the musical!

PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Announces New Wedding Packages!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 23, 2011


Broadway's Tony Award winning smash hit musical PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT announces exclusive new fabulous wedding packages - from bachelor/bachelorette parties to on stage engagements and 'Newly Married Monday's' - where couples can make their Broadway debut together on stage at the Palace Theatre!

LOVE NEVER DIES Australia DVD Expected February 2012
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 14, 2011


The continuation of Broadway's longest-running musical The Phantom of the Opera, Love Never Dies, which is currently playing at Melbourne's Regent Theatre, is being filmed this week, and accordingto the show's Facebook page, will be available on DVD in February 2012.

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