Around the BWW: Regional Highlights for the Week of 8/27
by BWW Special Coverage - Sep 1, 2012
At BroadwayWorld we pride ourselves in showcasing theater content from all corners of the globe. Our regional contributors do an amazing job each day of bringing you the latest theater news in their cities and countries and to acknowledge this, we have launched a new weekly column called 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'. Check out what made news in our regional markets for the week of August 27!
What's On - Philadelphia 2012-13 Theater Season
by Pati Buehler - Aug 30, 2012
The curtains are up for the Philly 2012-2013 Theater Season. From daring new works and world premieres, popular Broadway tour stops and of course, your favorite classic stage productions. Here's just a few of Philadelphia's favorite theaters listings.
Van Wezel Announces 2012-2013 Season, Featuring LES MIZ, CHICAGO, et. al
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 28, 2012
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall announces its Legendary 2012-2013 Season, including some of the biggest and stars in entertainment. Sarasota premieres feature Sheryl Crow, John Legend, Queen Latifah, Celtic Woman and John Lithgow while returning favorites include Diana Krall, Glen Campbell, The Beach Boys, Paul Anka, Johnny Mathis, Dave Koz and Natalie Cole.
Photo Flash: Candice Marie Woods, Lee Summers & More in 'Just a Guitar' Concert Series, 9/24
by BWW News Desk - Aug 27, 2012
On Monday September 24th at 9:30pm, a gathering of some of New York's finest guitarists and vocalists will come together at The Triad Theatre 158 West 72nd Street to for the 2nd installment of Just A Guitar Concert Series. In April 2012 the series debuted as benefit for the Grammy's MusiCares. This Just A Guitar Concert will be an eclectic evening of amazing music - featuring acoustic and electric guitar accompaniment only. Check out the performers below.
STAGE TUBE: First Look at The Orpheum's 2012/2013 Season
by Stage Tube - Aug 24, 2012
Through the generous sponsorship of Harrah's Tunica, The Orpheum presents their 2012/2013 season lineup. Check out the video below highlighting the shows.Through the generous sponsorship of Harrah's Tunica, The Orpheum presents their 2012/2013 season lineup. Check out the video below highlighting the shows.
Marty Thomas Hosts GLITTER BALL at New World Stages Tonight, 8/24
by BWW News Desk - Aug 24, 2012
Celebrate a birthday and a genuine love of glitter in one night, tonight, August 24th. Help Marty Thomas (Xanadu, Wicked, The Secret Garden) and Aubrey Mae Davis (Catch Me If You Can: National Tour) celebrate their special day together in style.
Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 8/20
by BWW Special Coverage - Aug 24, 2012
At BroadwayWorld we pride ourselves in showcasing theater content from all corners of the globe. Our regional contributors do an amazing job each day of bringing you the latest theater news in their cities and countries and to acknowledge this, we launched a new weekly column called 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'. Read on for our most-read features, interviews, breaking news and more for the week of August 20!
Photo Coverage: Segerstrom Center for the Arts Previews 2012-13 B'way Season
by Michael L. Quintos - Aug 23, 2012
On August 20, 2012, Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa held a special preview event to highlight its upcoming Broadway Series for the 2012 - 2013 Season. Presented at the Segerstrom Concert Hall, the showcase included live presentations from the national touring companies of MEMPHIS, WICKED and the much-anticipated Brit import WAR HORSE, interspersed with videos from each of the shows coming to Orange County starting in the Fall.
Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 8/13
by BWW Special Coverage - Aug 17, 2012
At BroadwayWorld we pride ourselves in showcasing theater content from all corners of the globe. Our regional contributors do an amazing job each day of bringing you the latest theater news in their cities and countries and to acknowledge this, we launched a new weekly column called 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'. Read on for our most-read features, interviews, breaking news and more for the week of August 13!
Photo Flash: Meet the Full Cast of ANNIE, Now in Rehearsal!
by Meet the Cast - Aug 16, 2012
ANNIE, the new production of the Tony Award-winning musical, went into rehearsal today in New York City with its full company. The production begins previews October 3, 2012 and opens November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street). Meet the full cast below!
Marty Thomas Hosts GLITTER BALL at New World Stages, 8/24
by BWW News Desk - Aug 15, 2012
Celebrate a birthday and a genuine love of glitter in one night, August 24th. Help Marty Thomas (Xanadu, Wicked, The Secret Garden) and Aubrey Mae Davis (Catch Me If You Can: National Tour) celebrate their special day together in style.
Hennepin's 2012/13 Broadway Season Flexible Ticket Packages Go On Sale Tomorrow
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 14, 2012
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced today that flexible ticket packages including productions from the 2012/13 Broadway Across America-Minneapolis Season will go on sale tomorrow, Wednesday, August 15 at 10 a.m. Shear Madness and Monty Python's Spamalot have been added as season specials as well as Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida, a co-production in partnership with Theater Latte Da. Aida, directed by the acclaimed Peter Rothstein, which runs January 3-27, 2013 at the Pantages Theatre. Shear Madness will be at the Pantages, February 27-March 17, 2013 and Spamalot at the Orpheum Theatre, March 15-16, 2013.
STAGE TUBE: First Look - Jennifer Hudson Gives Katharine McPhee Advice in SMASH Season 2!
by Stage Tube - Aug 8, 2012
Get a first look at Jennifer Hudson giving Katharine McPhee some sage advice in SMASH season two in the new NBC fall 2012 promo montage below! Academy Award winner for Dreamgirls, Hudson will appear in a multi-episode arc as Veronica Moore, a Tony Award-winning Broadway actor who influences both Katharine McPhee's Karen and Megan Hilty's Ivy.
Norbert Leo Butz Set to Join Katie Holmes in Theresa Rebeck's DEAD ACCOUNTS; Opens 11/28 at Music Box Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 8, 2012
Two-time Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz will join Katie Holmes on Broadway this fall in DEAD ACCOUNTS, the new comedy by Theresa Rebeck, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien. This limited engagement of DEAD ACCOUNTS, produced by Jeffrey Finn, John N. Hart Jr., David Mirvish, and The Shubert Organization, will begin previews on Saturday, November 3 and open Wednesday, November 28 at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street).
Laura Osnes' Cafe Carlyle Album Gets 9/18 Release!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 8, 2012
Broadway Records announced today that Laura Osnes: Dream A Little Dream - Live At The Cafe Carlyle will be released on Tuesday, September 18, 2012. Pre-orders are now being taken at amazon.com at http://amzn.com/B008TAVUA2. A digital release date will be announced in the coming weeks.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for August 8, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson - Aug 8, 2012
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. The BIC preview concert in Millennium Park, concerts by Barbra Streisand, Olivia N-J and Levi Kreis, 'Man Of La Mancha,' 'Dreamgirls,' 'A Class Act' and so much more!
Lake Worth Playhouse Calls for L-DUB FILM FESTIVAL Entries
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 7, 2012
Lake Worth Playhouse seeks 'an innovative selection across a variety of genres from music videos, shorts and documentaries to full length features. Our mission is to celebrate the art of filmmaking, provide industry collaboration opportunities and outlets for filmmakers to present their work and gain recognition from their peers, the public and industry professionals.'
Cyndi Lauper & KINKY BOOTS Cast to Perform at Millenium Park Concert Series Tonight, 8/6
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2012
Broadway In Chicago's Concert moves to Millennium Park this summer. The FREE BROADWAY IN CHICAGO CONCERT will take place tonight, August 6, 2012 at 6:15 p.m. at the Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park. Hosted by ABC-7's Janet Davies, star of 190 NORTH, the concert will feature performances by the iconic rock legend Cyndi Lauper with members of the cast from the pre-Broadway world premiere of her new musical KINKY BOOTS, Joey from War Horse and Cathy Rigby as PETER PAN.
ONCE, EVITA Among 11 Broadway Shows in Denver Center Attractions' 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Aug 3, 2012
Denver Center Attractions announces an extended season featuring hits straight from Broadway for 2013/14. New this year, the season includes increased payment plan options. For as low as eight payments of $35.63, subscribers will see all 11 shows featuring Tony Award-winning shows such as the 2012 Best Musical ONCE, War Horse, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, EVITA, Million Dollar Quartet and, launching the national tour in Denver, Peter and the Starcatcher- winner of five Tony Awards, the most of any play in 2012.
SOPAC Announces Fall 2012 Line-Up, featuring Norbert Leo Butz
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 31, 2012
South Orange Performing Arts Center has announced it's Fall 2012 line-up, featuring Tony-Winner Norbert Leo Butz on October 13. For more details on the upcoming season, including a complete schedule and ticket information, visit SOPACnow.org, or contact the SOPAC Box Office at 973.313.2787 (ARTS)