Frankie Valli Comes to the Civic Center, Oct. 28
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 30, 2011
The original Jersey Boy Frankie Valli will headline a one-night-only concert for his first-time-ever appearance at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines on Friday, Oct. 28, 2011. With his three-and-a-half-octave vocal range, over 100 million records sold and a multi-decade career, iconic Frankie Valli, along with his The Four Seasons, demonstrate why they are still the hottest ticket in town with a catalog of hits like: 'Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You,' 'Big Girls Don't Cry,' 'Rag Doll,' 'Grease,' 'Dawn,' 'Let's Hang On,' 'Sherry,' 'December 1963 (Oh What a Night)' and so many more.
Wolf Trap Presents Brian Wilson, Frankie Valli, & More in June
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 1, 2011
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Brian Wilson, the co-founder of and creative force behind The Beach Boys and one of the greatest composers of all time, returns to Wolf Trap to perform his timeless hit songs and showcase his new album, Brian Wilson Reimagines Gershwin (2010).
Union City to Host Star Dedication Ceremony, 6/2
by Kelsey Denette - May 31, 2011
Mayor Brian P. Stack and the Board of Commissioners in conjunction with the Celia Cruz Park Committee and the Cuban Parade of New Jersey announce that the City of Union City will hold a Star Dedication Ceremony honoring distinguished members of the entertainment industry on Thursday, June 2nd at 5:00 PM at Celia Cruz Park located on Bergenline Avenue and 31st Street in Union City.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for May 18th, 2011
by Paul W. Thompson - May 18, 2011
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to New York. Our top rated musicals, 'Porgy And Bess,' 'Murder For Two,' 'Something's Afoot,' 'Street Scene,' 'Adding Machine,' 'A Minister's Wife,' more....
On the LINE: Andy Mann from Keeton Theatre's A CHORUS LINE
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 17, 2011
Director Kate Adams-Johnson, aka Nashville's busiest choreographer, is putting yet another cast through the paces in preparation for another opening night. But this time, she's serious. Very serious. The show, you see, is every dancer's favorite musical: A Chorus Line. Kate's cast is a blending of familiar faces and newcomers and so over the next couple of weeks, we're introducing the members of The Keeton Theatre's cast to you. As you'll see, some of them have much to learn about being interviewed by 'Nashville's favorite theater critic.' First up is Andy Mann...
Barbour, Murney, and Kennedy Star at UNLV Performing Arts Centre, 4/2
by BWW News Desk - Apr 2, 2011
The UNLV Performing Arts Center presents Tony Award-Winning Hits from Broadway's Greatest Musicals as part of the New York Stage & Beyond Series at 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 2. Join three of Broadway's brightest stars - James Barbour, Julia Murney, and Lauren Kennedy - as they perform an evening of Broadway's greatest songs from Tony Award-winning musicals like WEST SIDE STORY, GYPSY, GREASE, and WICKED.
Barbour, Murney, and Kennedy Star at UNLV Performing Arts Centre, 4/2
by Meghan Schuler - Mar 14, 2011
The UNLV Performing Arts Center presents Tony Award-Winning Hits from Broadway's Greatest Musicals as part of the New York Stage & Beyond Series at 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 2. Join three of Broadway's brightest stars - James Barbour, Julia Murney, and Lauren Kennedy - as they perform an evening of Broadway's greatest songs from Tony Award-winning musicals like WEST SIDE STORY, GYPSY, GREASE, and WICKED.
The Old Globe Presents Austen's EMMA, Closes 2/27
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2011
Jane Austen's Emma - A Musical Romantic Comedy with music, lyrics and book by Tony Award nominee Paul Gordon will close the Winter Season on February 27, 2011. Directed by Tony Award nominee Jeff Calhoun.
BWW JR: You Never Forget Your First Broadway Show
by Erin Leigh Peck - Jan 31, 2011
One of my favorite mom friends just took her three boys to see their first Broadway show and was kind enough to write about the experience. I hope this account brings back memories of your 'first' as it did for me. (Peter Pan with Sandy Duncan circa 1980). Thanks, Julie, for your contribution to BWW Jr.
Murin-Led EMMA Begins Previews at The Old Globe 1/15
by Lauren Wolman - Jan 15, 2011
Jane Austen's Emma - A Musical Romantic Comedy, with book, music and lyrics by Tony Award nominee Paul Gordon and direction by Tony Award nominee Jeff Calhoun, will run in the Old Globe Theatre Jan. 15 - Feb. 27. Preview performances run Jan. 15 - Jan. 22. Opening night is Jan. 23 at 7:00 p.m.
The Old Globe Presents Austen's EMMA 1/15/2011-2/27/2011
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 15, 2011
Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced that Jane Austen's Emma - A Musical Romantic Comedy with music, lyrics and book by Tony Award nominee Paul Gordon will fill the final slot of the 2010-11 Winter Season.
Photo Coverage: BWW Remembers Marcia Lewis
by Walter McBride - Dec 22, 2010
As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, two time Tony Award nominee and Broadway favorite Marcia Lewis passed away December 21 in her home in Nashville, Tennessee. The beloved, 72 year old character actress lost a battle to both brain and lung cancer. Lewis is survived by her husband, Fred Bryan.
Broadway Beat TV Special: In Memory of Marcia Lewis
by Robert Diamond - Dec 21, 2010
Two time Tony Award nominee and Broadway favorite Marcia Lewis passed away on, December 21 in her home in Nashville, Tennessee. The beloved, 72 year old character actress lost a battle to both brain and lung cancer. Lewis is survived by her husband, Fred Bryan.
Broadway Beat has given us a special 'in memory' tribute clip of the star from her 1992 club act at Eighty-Eight's from the Broadway Beat Archives.
Broadway's Marcia Lewis Dies at 72
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 21, 2010
wo time Tony Award nominee and Broadway favorite Marcia Lewis passed away this morning, December 21 in her home in Nashville. The beloved, 72 year old character actress lost a battle to both brain and lung cancer.
Pearce, Marcus et al. Complete Cast for EMMA at The Old Globe
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 16, 2010
Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for Jane Austen's Emma - A Musical Romantic Comedy. The musical, with book, music and lyrics by Tony Award nominee Paul Gordon and direction by Tony Award nominee Jeff Calhoun, will run in the Old Globe Theatre Jan. 15 - Feb. 27. Preview performances run Jan. 15 - Jan. 22. Opening night is Jan. 23 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE or by visiting the Box Office at 1363 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park.
Osnes, Stone et al. Join Foster & Grey in ANYTHING GOES; Full Cast Announced
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 7, 2010
Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is pleased to announce the full company of the new Broadway production of Anything Goes, starring Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as 'Reno Sweeney' and Tony and Academy Award winner Joel Grey as 'Moonface Martin.'
