FOLLIES Breaks Box Office Records with Over 1M in Sales Last Week
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 27, 2011
The Kennedy Center's critically acclaimed revival of James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's masterpiece FOLLIES joined the million dollar club, grossing $1,122,778 million in the week ending September 25th. This is also the highest weekly gross for any Broadway musical production featuring both music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. The production, which opened to rave reviews on September 12, 2011, is currently playing a limited engagement through January 22, 2012 at the Marquis Theatre.
Photo Coverage: BOOK OF MORMON, FOLLIES et al. Honored with 2011 Artios Awards
by Walter McBride - Sep 27, 2011
The Casting Society of America has announced winners of the 27th Annual Artios Awards®. The bi-coastal award ceremonies were held on Monday, September 26 in Los Angeles at The Beverly Hilton Hotel, and at the District 36 in New York. BroadwayWorld was on hand and brings you photo coverage below!
INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 9/26
by BWW Special Coverage - Sep 26, 2011
Welcome to the first edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS, part of our new Industry Insights section that will feature insider industry information, commentary and insights! Read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, 9/25/2011.
BC/EFA 2011 Flea Market Raises $547,658
by Robert Diamond - Sep 26, 2011
Theatre fans opened their hearts and wallets Sunday at the 25th Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, propelling the unrivaled outdoor event to raise an astonishing $547,658 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
FOLLIES Extends Through January 22, 2012!
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 22, 2011
Performances began on Sunday, August 7th for James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES, directed by Eric Schaeffer, with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore.
Yale School of Drama Announces 2011-2012 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 21, 2011
Yale School of Drama (James Bundy, Dean; Victoria Nolan, Deputy Dean) has announced the 2011-12 season, three vividly imagined theatrical productions that explore some all-too human follies-of making deals with the Devil; of believing appearances; and of wanting what, or who, we cannot have: DOCTOR FAUSTUS LIGHTS THE LIGHTS by Gertrude Stein, CYMBELINE by William Shakespeare, and THE SEAGULL by Anton Chekhov.
Review - Follies: Most Things Bright And Beautiful
by Ben Peltz - Sep 19, 2011
While the 182 previews, numerous postponements and drastic changes in the creative team experienced by the current tenant of the Foxwoods Theatre might serve as some indication that musical theatre ain't easy, the real proof of the art form's difficulty can now be observed in its rapturously imperfect glory at the Marquis.
Photo Coverage Exclusive: FOLLIES Gypsy Robe Ceremony!
by Walter McBride - Sep 14, 2011
The new production of FOLLIES opened on Broadway on Monday night, September 12, 2011 to multiple rave reviews. Before the show, we were there for long-standing opening night tradition on the Great White Way, the fabled Gypsy Robe, which is bestowed upon a veteran Broadway chorus member for each opening production. In what has now become a theatrical ritual, originating on Broadway 60 years ago, FOLLIES cast member Jennifer Foote received the Gypsy Robe and BroadwayWorld was there for the celebration.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for September 14th, 2011
by Paul W. Thompson - Sep 14, 2011
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'The Book Of Mormon' heads for a Chicago sit-down, two big season announcements, my top five fall productions, a Sondheim rarity, a new work for Mary's Attic and more...
Alice Ripley, Jan Maxwell, Josh Gad et al. Announced for 2011 Broadway Flea Market
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 13, 2011
Named one of New York's 'Best Once-a-Year Markets,' the annual Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will be held from 10 AM - 7 PM on Sunday, September 25 in Times Square & on West 44th Street. The event is free and open to the public.
The Flea Market has long inspired the support of Broadway's most celebrated talent and the first round of this year's line up has just been announced!
TV: Inside the FOLLIES Opening Night Celebration!
by Broadway Beat - Sep 13, 2011
Performances began on Sunday, August 7th for James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES, directed by Eric Schaeffer, with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore. With a 28-piece orchestra, FOLLIES features a cast of 41 and stars two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters as Sally Durant Plummer, four-time Tony Award nominee Jan Maxwell as Phyllis Rogers Stone, two-time Tony Award nominee Danny Burstein as Buddy Plummer, three-time Emmy Award nominee Ron Raines as Benjamin Stone and Olivier Award winner Elaine Paige as Carlotta Campion. Broadway Beat was on hand for the entire celebratory evening and brings you interviews with the cast and creative team below! Be sure to check back next week for the next installment of Backstage with Richard Ridge featuring a candid in-depth talk with the legendary Elaine Paige!
Photo Coverage: FOLLIES Starry Opening Night Theatre Arrivals
by Walter McBride - Sep 13, 2011
Last night, September 12, FOLLIES opened on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre. Performances began on Sunday, August 7th for James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES, directed by Eric Schaeffer, with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore. With a 28-piece orchestra, FOLLIES features a cast of 41 and stars two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters as Sally Durant Plummer, four-time Tony Award nominee Jan Maxwell as Phyllis Rogers Stone, two-time Tony Award nominee Danny Burstein as Buddy Plummer, three-time Emmy Award nominee Ron Raines as Benjamin Stone and Olivier Award winner Elaine Paige as Carlotta Campion. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage of the opening night arrivals!
Photo Coverage: FOLLIES Celebrates Opening Night - The After Party
by Walter McBride - Sep 13, 2011
Performances began on Sunday, August 7th for James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES, directed by Eric Schaeffer, with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore. With a 28-piece orchestra, FOLLIES features a cast of 41 and stars two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters as Sally Durant Plummer, four-time Tony Award nominee Jan Maxwell as Phyllis Rogers Stone, two-time Tony Award nominee Danny Burstein as Buddy Plummer, three-time Emmy Award nominee Ron Raines as Benjamin Stone and Olivier Award winner Elaine Paige as Carlotta Campion. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the entire celebratory evening and brings you photo coverage of the after party below!
Photo Coverage: FOLLIES Broadway Opening Night Curtain Call!
by Walter McBride - Sep 13, 2011
Everyone is talking about the FOLLIES revival, which opened last night on Broadway to multiple rave reviews and we've got the first look at the show's exciting opening night curtain call! Check back to BroadwayWorld.com throughout the day for more pictures, videos & excitement!
Review Roundup: FOLLIES on Broadway - All the Reviews - Updated!
by Robert Diamond - Sep 12, 2011
It's here! Opening night of the highly anticipated FOLLIES on Broadway was last night and we've got all the reviews!What did the critics think about this sparkling new production of James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES, directed by Eric Schaeffer, with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore? Read on!
STAGE TUBE: Rosalind Elias on Making Her Broadway Debut in FOLLIES!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 12, 2011
Everyone is talking about the FOLLIES revival, now in previews at the Marquis Theatre. Performances began on Sunday, August 7th for James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES, directed by Eric Schaeffer, with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore. The production will officially open tonight, Monday, September 12, 2011.In the video below, opera star Rosalind Elis chats with Pix11 about making her Broadway debutin the revival! Click below to here what she has to say!
TV: FOLLIES Revival Opens Tonight on Broadway - Complete Look!
by Robert Diamond - Sep 12, 2011
Everyone is talking about the FOLLIES revival, now in previews at the Marquis Theatre. Performances began on Sunday, August 7th for James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES, directed by Eric Schaeffer, with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore. The production will officially open tonight, Monday, September 12, 2011. Ready for a look at the complete performance highlights? Click below! Check back to BroadwayWorld.com this evening for all of the reviews!
FOLLIES Officially Opens 9/12
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2011
Performances began on Sunday, August 7th for James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES, directed by Eric Schaeffer, with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore. FOLLIES will officially open on Monday, September 12, 2011 at the Marquis Theatre. Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is now offering two tickets and after-party passes to Broadway's opening night of Follies on Monday, September 12, 2011. Click here, to take part in the auction.
Porchlight Music Theatre Announces its 2011-2012 Season
by BWW
News Desk - Sep 2, 2011
Porchlight Music Theatre, nationally recognized for developing innovative new works, reimagining classic productions, and showcasing musical theater's rising stars, announces its 2011-2012 season.
A Theatre Lover's Guide to DC/Capital Area Theatres - September 2011 Offerings
by Joel Markowitz - Sep 1, 2011
The new DC area theatre season begins in September. Over 50 shows are opening in our professional and community theatres. But before we move on to the new season and what's opening in September, let's look back at my personal favorite musicals, plays, and performances in both musicals and plays in the DC area - from August 2010 to August 2011.
TV: FOLLIES Revival at the Marquis - Complete Performance Highlights!
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 30, 2011
Earlier today, BroadwayWorld brought your a sneak peek teaser of the FOLLIES revival, now in previews at the Marquis Theatre. Performances began on Sunday, August 7th for James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim's FOLLIES, directed by Eric Schaeffer, with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by James Moore. The production will officially open on Monday, September 12, 2011. Ready for a look at the complete performance highlights? Click below!