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Encores! LADY, BE GOOD! Recording, Featuring Tommy Tune & More, Out Digitally Today
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2015


This year's New York City Center Encores! production of LADY, BE GOOD!, featuring Tommy Tune and more, releases a cast recording on digital today, September 18, plus scroll down for a listen!

First Listen! Encores! LADY, BE GOOD! Recording, Featuring Tommy Tune & More, Out This Week
by BWW News Desk - Sep 15, 2015


This year's New York City Center Encores! production of LADY, BE GOOD!, featuring Tommy Tune and more, is getting a cast recording, and BroadwayWorld has a first listen below!

STAGE TUBE: They Got Life! Watch Highlights from HAIR at Music Circus
by Stage Tube - Aug 20, 2015


To round out its 65th season, Music Circus presents HAIR, the groundbreaking musical that defined a generation and introduced rock 'n' roll to Broadway. Set against a backdrop of the Vietnam era, a group of late 1960s youth join a social revolution and 'Let the Sun Shine In.' Featuring hit songs such as 'Aquarius,' 'Let The Sun Shine In' and 'Easy To Be Hard,' HAIR is an exhilarating and emotionally intense ride. Click below to watch highlights from the show!

Photo Flash: First Look at Stephanie Mieko Cohen, Laura D'Andre, Peter Saide, Oliver Thornton and More in HAIR at Music Circus
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 19, 2015


To round out its 65th season, Music Circus presents Hair, the groundbreaking musical that defined a generation and introduced rock 'n' roll to Broadway. Set against a backdrop of the Vietnam era, a group of late 1960s youth join a social revolution and 'Let the Sun Shine In.' Featuring hit songs such as 'Aquarius,' 'Let The Sun Shine In' and 'Easy To Be Hard,' Hair is an exhilarating and emotionally intense ride that Variety calls 'a rock musical that communicates viscerally with its audience. The score's vigorousness and variety are remarkable.'

Stephanie Mieko Cohen, Laura D'Andre, Peter Saide, Oliver Thornton and More Bring HAIR to Music Circus Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2015


To round out its 65th season, Music Circus presents Hair, the groundbreaking musical that defined a generation and introduced rock 'n' roll to Broadway. Set against a backdrop of the Vietnam era, a group of late 1960s youth join a social revolution and 'Let the Sun Shine In.' Featuring hit songs such as 'Aquarius,' 'Let The Sun Shine In' and 'Easy To Be Hard,' Hair is an exhilarating and emotionally intense ride that Variety calls 'a rock musical that communicates viscerally with its audience. The score's vigorousness and variety are remarkable.'

Stephanie Mieko Cohen, Laura D'Andre, Peter Saide, Oliver Thornton and More to Bring HAIR to Music Circus This Month
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2015


To round out its 65th season, Music Circus presents Hair, the groundbreaking musical that defined a generation and introduced rock 'n' roll to Broadway. Set against a backdrop of the Vietnam era, a group of late 1960s youth join a social revolution and 'Let the Sun Shine In.' Featuring hit songs such as 'Aquarius,' 'Let The Sun Shine In' and 'Easy To Be Hard,' Hair is an exhilarating and emotionally intense ride that Variety calls 'a rock musical that communicates viscerally with its audience. The score's vigorousness and variety are remarkable.'

Photo Flash: BC/EFA's BROADWAY BARES FIRE ISLAND Raises Over $55,000; Plus Highlights!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2015


?Eye-popping photographers, alluring aviators and seductive swingers all found their place in the spotlight on May 30, 2015, as Broadway Bares Fire Island set the stage for a sizzling 25th season of Broadway Bares. Scroll down for photos and highlights!

California Musical Theatre Announces Casting for Music Circus Season - Phillip Boykin, Paul Schoeffler, Jennifer Hope Wills and More!
by Christina Mancuso - May 28, 2015


After auditioning performers in New York City, Los Angeles and Sacramento, California Musical Theatre has confirmed casting for all six shows in the 65th Music Circus season. The stellar cast for the season is loaded with Broadway veterans, some of whom are making their Music Circus debuts, Tony nominees and audience favorites from previous Music Circus productions.

Sam Underwood & Nana Visitor to Host LIVING ROOM REUNION Benefit, Launching New Film Company
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 13, 2015


Sam Underwood and Nana Visitor will Co-Host a special one-night only event, Living Room Reunion, a benefit evening to launch and support the new charitable filmmaking company, The Production Farm, on Monday evening, April 27, 2015 at Saint Peter's Church (entrance on East 54th Street, just east of Lexington Avenue). Sponsored by Barrier Brewing Co., ticket information is available via email at info@theproductionfarm.org

Jackie Burns, American Idol's Kimberly Locke, and More to Perform in RENT Reunion at PRIDE Recording Session
by Sally Henry Fuller - Mar 8, 2015


On Sunday, March 15 2015, to celebrate Broadway Sings for Pride's (www.BroadwaySingsforPride.com) upcoming 5th Anniversary Gay Pride charity concert in June, they will be amping up the star power and going into the recording studio. The selection of songs will be favorites from their previous shows and cast members who support Broadway Sings for Pride including a special arrangement of Seasons of Love featuring RENT Alumni.

Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Plays Starlight Theatre, Now thru 7/28
by BWW News Desk - Jul 23, 2013


Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID will grace the Starlight stage, today, July 23-28. Based on Hans Christian Andersen's famous and timeless tale, Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID is a family musical that features classic songs: 'Part of Your World,' 'Kiss the Girl,' and the Academy Award-winning 'Under the Sea.'

Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID to Play Starlight Theatre, 7/23-28
by Devin MacDonald - Jul 16, 2013


Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID will grace the Starlight stage, July 23-28. Based on Hans Christian Andersen's famous and timeless tale, Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID is a family musical that features classic songs: "Part of Your World," "Kiss the Girl," and the Academy Award-winning "Under the Sea."

Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID Opens at Pittsburgh CLO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 9, 2013


Disney's The Little Mermaid will bring the beloved fairy tale to life onstage in its Pittsburgh premiere at the Benedum Center, tonight, July 9-21. Audiences of all ages are sure to fall in love with this underwater spectacular. Jessica Grove and Nick Adams star as Ariel and Prince Eric and are accompanied by a dazzling cast to make this enchanted 'Under the Sea' love story a hit.

Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID to Open at Pittsburgh CLO, 7/9
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 1, 2013


Disney's The Little Mermaid will bring the beloved fairy tale to life onstage in its Pittsburgh premiere at the Benedum Center, July 9-21. Audiences of all ages are sure to fall in love with this underwater spectacular. Jessica Grove and Nick Adams star as Ariel and Prince Eric and are accompanied by a dazzling cast to make this enchanted 'Under the Sea' love story a hit.

Photo Coverage: Nick Adams, Jessica Grove & More Celebrate THE LITTLE MERMAID Opening!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 3, 2013


Paper Mill Playhouse presents Disney's The Little Mermaid, based on the classic animated film of the same title. The American premiere of this brand new production will feature a revamped script, additional songs, a new physical production and an entirely fresh interpretation of the piece. The show just opened last night and you can check out photos from the after party below!

Photo Coverage: Jessica Grove, Nick Adams, Alan Mingo, Jr. and More Give Sneak Peek of THE LITTLE MERMAID!
by Walter McBride - May 11, 2013


Paper Mill Playhouse has just announced the cast and creative team for Disney's The Little Mermaid, based on the classic animated film of the same title. The American premiere of this brand new production will feature a revamped script, additional songs, a new physical production and an entirely fresh interpretation of the piece. The cast includes acclaimed Broadway performers: Nick Adams (Prince Eric), Jessica Grove (Ariel), Liz McCartney (Ursula), Alan Mingo, Jr. (Sebastian) and Edward Watts (King Triton). The cast and creative team met the press earlier this week, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the performance preview. Check it out below!

Nick Adams, Jessica Grove, Liz McCartney & More to Star in Paper Mill's Revamped THE LITTLE MERMAID; Full Cast Announced!
by Robert Diamond - May 2, 2013


Paper Mill Playhouse has just announced the cast and creative team for Disney's The Little Mermaid, based on the classic animated film of the same title.

Photo Coverage: Inside the Closing Night Party for Encores! IT'S A BIRD...IT'S A PLANE...IT'S SUPERMAN!
by Walter McBride - Mar 25, 2013


Joining Edward Watts (Superman) in the New York City Center Encores! production of It's a Bird...It's a Plane...It's Superman was Jenny Powers as Lois Lane and David Pittu as the evil Dr. Sedgwick, along with Alli Mauzey, Adam Monley, James Saito and Will Swenson. Superman played at City Center for seven performances only - check out photos from the closing night after party below!

Photo Coverage: Encores! IT'S A BIRD...IT'S A PLANE...IT'S SUPERMAN Takes a Final Bow!
by Walter McBride - Mar 25, 2013


Joining Edward Watts (Superman) in the New York City Center Encores! production of It's a Bird...It's a Plane...It's Superman was Jenny Powers as Lois Lane and David Pittu as the evil Dr. Sedgwick, along with Alli Mauzey, Adam Monley, James Saito and Will Swenson. Superman played at City Center for seven performances only - see the final curtain call below!

Photo Flash: Original Broadway Superman Bob Holiday Visits Encores! IT'S A BIRD...IT'S A PLANE...IT'S SUPERMAN
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2013


Joining Edward Watts (Superman) in the New York City Center Encores! production of It's a Bird...It's a Plane...It's Superman is Jenny Powers as Lois Lane and David Pittu as the evil Dr. Sedgwick, along with Alli Mauzey, Adam Monley, James Saito and Will Swenson. Superman plays at City Center for seven performances through today, March 24, and is directed by John Rando with choreography by Joshua Bergasse and music direction by Rob Berman. Bob Holiday, the original Broadway Superman visited today's matinee, and BroadwayWorld brings you photos of him at the performance below!

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