Tony Abatemarco & David Nevell to Star in A WALK IN THE WOODS at ICT
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 22, 2016
Can personal bonds bridge political chasms? John Henry Davis directs Tony Abatemarco and David Nevell in a brilliant and funny play of ideas by Lee Blessing. A Walk in the Woods opens April 29 at International City Theatre, with two low-priced previews set for April 27 and April 28.
Lisa Howard, Beth Leavel and More Set for AMERICAN SHOWSTOPPERS Tribute to Cole Porter Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2016
AMERICAN SHOWSTOPPERS, featuring Fred Barton & His Orchestra in 'An Evening with Cole Porter', stars a cast of today's best Broadway performers. The concerts take place at Pace University's Schimmel Center in New York tonight, March 4 at 7:30 PM and then Kingsborough Community College's 'On Stage at Kingsborough' in Brooklyn tomorrow, March 5 at 8:00 PM.
Catalina Bar & Grill to Present Alexis Gershwin in GERSHWIN SINGS GERSHWIN, 3/22
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 3, 2016
Catalina Bar & Grill will present singer ALEXIS GERSHWIN, the niece of the iconic American composer and lyricist, GEORGE & IRA GERSHWIN, in a 75-minute musical journey and salute to her uncle's music in a show entitled 'GERSHWIN SINGS GERSHWIN,' backed by The Gershwin Singers & Band, under the musical direction of Steven Applegate, to be presented One Night Only on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 8:30 p.m. at Catalina Bar & Grill; 6725 West Sunset Boulevard (just east of North Highland Avenue); Los Angeles, CA 90028. There is $20 Cover Charge, plus dinner or a two-drink minimum per person. Valet Parking is available.
Galeca Names Top-Ten Movies About the Academy Awards in Prep for Sunday's Oscars
by Louisa Brady - Feb 27, 2016
Flashback Friday! The Board of the Gay and Lesbian Entertainment Critics Association, which is comprised of over 140 film and TV journalists and/or critics nationwide, had fun last February picking its choices for the very best (or at least dishiest) movies through the years that have somehow included the Academy Awards ® in their storylines (note: GALECA is not affiliated with the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences). Let's revisit GALECA's Top 10 Movies That Costar Oscar ®, ranked from 1 to 10 below, shall we?
CABARET Begins Tonight at the Marcus Center
by BWW News Desk - Feb 23, 2016
As part of their 50th Anniversary Season, the critically acclaimed and award-winning Roundabout Theatre Company is proud to present, direct from Broadway, the national tour of SAM MENDES (Skyfall, American Beauty) and ROB MARSHALL's (Into the Woodsand Chicago, the films) Tony Award-winning production of CABARET, playing this weekend, February 23-28 at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts as part of the Associated Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center and Broadway Across America-Milwaukee series.
STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 2/19/16- CRAZY FOR YOU
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 19, 2016
Today in 1992, Crazy for You opened at the Shubert Theatre, where it ran for 1622 performances. Crazy for You is a musical with a book by Ken Ludwig, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and music by George Gershwin. Billed as 'The New Gershwin Musical Comedy', it is largely based on the songwriting team's 1930 musical, Girl Crazy, but interpolates songs from several other productions as well. Crazy for You won the 1992 Tony Award for Best Musical. The Broadway production was directed by Mike Ockrent and choreographed by Susan Stroman.The cast included Jodi Benson as Polly, Harry Groener as Bobby Child, Bruce Adler as Bela Zangler, John Hillner as Lank Hawkins, Michele Pawk as Irene Roth, Jane Connell as Mother, and Beth Leavel as Tess.
Beth Leavel & More to Join American Showstoppers in Honoring Cole Porter
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 15, 2016
AMERICAN SHOWSTOPPERS - featuring Fred Barton & His Orchestra and starring a cast of today's best Broadway performers - will present "An Evening with Cole Porter" at Pace University's Schimmel Center in New York on Friday, March 4 at 7:30 PM and then Kingsborough Community College's Goldstein Center in Brooklyn on Saturday, March 5 at 8:00 PM. The cast of outstanding Broadway performers includes Beth Leavel (Tony Award winner for The Drowsy Chaperone), Sean McGibbon, Paula Leggett Chase, Damon Kirsche, Karen Murphy and Jesse Luttrell in addition to the Scott Thompson Dancers. The show is produced, orchestrated, conducted and hosted by Fred Barton with direction and choreography by Scott Thompson.
Kiki and Herb to Play Series of Shows at Joe's Pub
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 13, 2016
Due to popular demand, Joe's Pub at The Public extends the reunion run of Kiki and Herb, the legendary and fanatically-loved cabaret duo brought to life by Mx Justin Vivian Bond and Kenny Mellman, for two weeks. Born in 1992 in San Francisco and retired in 2007 in New York City, the 'perverse' and 'transcendental' (The New York Times) septuagenarian lounge-singers will debut a new show entitled Seeking Asylum!, which will now run from April 21-May 22, 9:30PM, for a total of 21 performances.
Director Cassey Kivnick Named Mike Ockrent Fellowship Recipient
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 16, 2015
Director Cassey Kivnick has been chosen as the 2015-2016 Mike Ockrent Fellow on Jerry Mitchell's Gotta Dance. Ms. Kivnick's fellowship will last the entire length of the production process, with pre-production and rehearsals on Gotta Dance beginning in November 2015 and continuing on until the spring 2016 premiere on Broadway. Ms. Kivnick will receive a $5000 award.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for October 28th, 2015
by Paul W. Thompson - Oct 28, 2015
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Irving Berlin' arrives in town, and screenings of 'Little Shop' and 'Oklahoma!' light 'em up. Jess Godwin sang with Kristin Chenoweth, and a Thanksgiving musical prepares, as do 'Seussical,' 'The Merry Widow' and 'My Way.' And Broadway In Chicago and the Drury Lane Theatre announce lineups for 2016!
Hampton Theatre Company's AN INSPECTOR CALLS Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2015
The classic British thriller 'An Inspector Calls' by J.B. Priestley will be the first play of the Hampton Theatre Company's 31st season. Opening tonight, October 22 at the Quogue Community Hall, the suspense filled mystery will run through November 8.
Photos! CRAZY FOR YOU läuft diese Saison am Landestheater Schleswig-Holstein
by Iris Moebius - Oct 12, 2015
Mit Songs wie „I got Rythm', „Embraceable You' oder „Naughty Baby' versetzt uns „Crazy for you' zuruck in die 20er und 30er Jahre, zuruck in eine Zeit, als der Broadway noch swingte und steppte. Als Neufassung des Musicals „Girl Crazy' von George Gershwin und erganzt mit beruhmten Gershwin-Nummern wie „Tonight`s the Night' oder „They Cant`t Take That Away From Me' erlebte „Crazy for you' 1992 in New York seine Urauffuhrung und begeistert seitdem mit einer großen Portion Humor und wahrer Ohrwurmqualitat Musical-Fans weltweit. Seit Anfang Oktober lauft das Musical nun im Stadttheater Flensburg, wo es noch bis Juni 2016 zu sehen sein wird. Außerdem finden einige Vorstellungen in den Stadttheatern Rendsburg und Neumunster statt.
STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 9/26/15- George Gershwin
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 26, 2015
Happy Birthday, George Gershwin! Gershwin's compositions spanned both popular and classical genres, and his most popular melodies are widely known. Among his best known works are the orchestral compositions Rhapsody in Blue and An American in Paris, as well as the opera Porgy and Bess. Gershwin's music has been heard on the Broadway stage in Nice Work If You Can Get It, Crazy for You, and many more.
Hampton Theatre Company's AN INSPECTOR CALLS to Run 10/22-11/8
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 22, 2015
The classic British thriller "An Inspector Calls" by J.B. Priestley will be the first play of the Hampton Theatre Company's 31st season. Opening October 22 at the Quogue Community Hall, the suspense filled mystery will run through November 8.