NY Philharmonic's Star Studded SONDHEIM: THE BIRTHDAY CONCERT to Feature LuPone, Peters, Cerveris, Patinkin, McDonald & More, 3/16
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2010
The New York Philharmonic will present SONDHEIM: The Birthday Concert on March 15 and Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. This celebration of the 80th birthday of the great Broadway and film composer/lyricist will include his most enduring orchestral music and songs - performed, in some cases, by the stars of the original Broadway cast productions - in addition to rarely-heard material. Joining the celebration will be (in alphabetical order) Michael Cerveris, Victoria Clark, Jason Danieley, Nathan Gunn, George Hearn, Patti LuPone, Marin Mazzie, Audra McDonald, Donna Murphy, Mandy Patinkin, Bernadette Peters, and others to be announced, including surprise guests. Paul Gemignani, Mr. Sondheim's longtime collaborator, will conduct the New York Philharmonic; Lonny Price is the director; and Mr. Price and Matt Cowart are the producers.
Chicago Cabaret Professionals Presents 10 YEARS OF BROADWAY
by BWW News Desk - Mar 7, 2010
The Chicago Cabaret Professionals present their Spring Series '100 Years of Broadway' every Sunday in March, at Davenport's Cabaret. Over 30 talented singers will perform America's favorite Broadway hits from over the last 100 years. Each night will feature 20 years of Broadway's memorable melodies starting at 1910 and going all the way to the hits of today.
Chicago Cabaret Professionals Presents 10 YEARS OF BROADWAY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 25, 2010
The Chicago Cabaret Professionals present their Spring Series '100 Years of Broadway' every Sunday in March, at Davenport's Cabaret. Over 30 talented singers will perform America's favorite Broadway hits from over the last 100 years. Each night will feature 20 years of Broadway's memorable melodies starting at 1910 and going all the way to the hits of today.
Chicago Dramatists Presents The World Premiere of JADE HEART 4/30
by Mary Hanrahan - Feb 25, 2010
Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Avenue, is proud present the world premiere of Jade Heart, the spellbinding new play by Senior Network Playwright Will Cooper.. The production, previewing April 22, opening April 30 and running through May 30, will be directed by Chicago Dramatists' Artistic Director Russ Tutterow.
LuPone & Patinkin Take 'An Evening' to Toronto, 2/9 - 2/14
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2010
Broadway legends Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin, who co-starred on Broadway in the original Evita in 1979, will bring their touring concert act, 'An Evening,' to the Royal Alexandra Theatre in Toronto from February 9 - February 14, 2010.
DCA Theater Presents The World Premiere of WIGGERLOVER, 2/5-2/22
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 5, 2010
James Anthony Zoccoli, in association with Chicago DCA Theater, presents the world premiere of Wiggerlover [white boy + black dad = grey areas]. The autobiographical production by James Anthony Zoccoli comes to Chicago DCA Theater's Studio Theater in the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington Street, from February 5 - 22, 2010. Members of the press are invited to the opening performance on Friday, February 5, at 7:30 pm.
JAZ Presents WIGGERLOVER at Chicago DCA Studio Theater
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2010
JAZ, in association with Chicago DCA Theater, presents the world premiere of Wiggerlover [white boy + black dad = grey areas]. The autobiographical production by James Anthony Zoccoli comes to Chicago DCA Theater's Studio Theater in the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington Street, from February 5 - 22, 2010.
JAZ Presents WIGGERLOVER at Chicago DCA Studio Theater
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2010
JAZ, in association with Chicago DCA Theater, presents the world premiere of Wiggerlover [white boy + black dad = grey areas]. The autobiographical production by James Anthony Zoccoli comes to Chicago DCA Theater's Studio Theater in the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington Street, from February 5 - 22, 2010.
Chicago Dramatists Adopts West Town Blue Line Station
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 18, 2009
Chicago Dramatists, the theatre long known for its history in nurturing accomplished, local artists who make significant contributions to the community, is proud to announce that their Blue Line Art Project has been completed.
Thodos Dance Chicago Presents Ann Reinking's FOSSE TRILOGY, 11/13 & 11/28
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2009
Thodos Dance Chicago's Fall Concert 2009, featuring the company's premiere of Fosse Trilogy set by legendary Broadway and film veteran Ann Reinking, will be presented in two performances: Friday November 13, 2009 at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Skokie and Saturday, November 28 at Harris Theater for Music and Dance, Chicago.
NY Philharmonic's Star Studded SONDHEIM: THE BIRTHDAY CONCERT to Feature LuPone, Peters, Cerveris, Patinkin, McDonald, and More, 3/15 & 3/16
by Jeff Dennhardt - Nov 16, 2009
The New York Philharmonic will present SONDHEIM: The Birthday Concert on March 15 and Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. This celebration of the 80th birthday of the great Broadway and film composer/lyricist will include his most enduring orchestral music and songs - performed, in some cases, by the stars of the original Broadway cast productions - in addition to rarely-heard material. Joining the celebration will be (in alphabetical order) Michael Cerveris, Victoria Clark, Jason Danieley, Nathan Gunn, George Hearn, Patti LuPone, Marin Mazzie, Audra McDonald, Donna Murphy, Mandy Patinkin, Bernadette Peters, and others to be announced, including surprise guests. Paul Gemignani, Mr. Sondheim's longtime collaborator, will conduct the New York Philharmonic; Lonny Price is the director; and Mr. Price and Matt Cowart are the producers.
Chicago Dramatists Host A Benefit Evening For A STEADY RAIN At 11/14 Performance In NYC
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2009
Chicago Dramatists has a special block of orchestra tickets on reserve to A STEADY RAIN, the hottest upcoming Broadway show starring Daniel Craig and Hugh Jackman and directed by Tony-Award nominee John Crowley. With stars of this caliber, tickets are in high demand, but Chicago Dramatists will be hosting a benefit performance on November 14th. A STEADY RAIN, the smash hit production by Chicago Dramatists Resident Playwright, Keith Huff, thrilled audiences during its two critically and publicly acclaimed runs in Chicago and will open in New York City this September.
Thodos Dance Chicago Presents Ann Reinking's FOSSE TRILOGY, 11/13 & 11/28
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2009
Thodos Dance Chicago's Fall Concert 2009, featuring the company's premiere of Fosse Trilogy set by legendary Broadway and film veteran Ann Reinking, will be presented in two performances: Friday November 13, 2009 at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Skokie and Saturday, November 28 at Harris Theater for Music and Dance, Chicago.
DREAMGIRLS National Tour Kicks Off at Apollo Theater, 11/7 - 12/6
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2009
Producer John Breglio and the Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. will bring Broadway uptown for four weeks only with Dreamgirls at the Apollo Theater, prior to the national tour of the new production of the groundbreaking musical. The national tour of Dreamgirls will kick-off at Harlem's legendary Apollo Theater (253 West 125 Street) beginning previews Saturday, November 7, 2009, and opening Sunday, November 22, 2009, for 4 weeks only, through Sunday December, 6, 2009.
DREAMGIRLS National Tour Kicks Off at Apollo Theater, 11/7 - 12/6
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 4, 2009
Producer John Breglio and the Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. will bring Broadway uptown for four weeks only with Dreamgirls at the Apollo Theater, prior to the national tour of the new production of the groundbreaking musical. The national tour of Dreamgirls will kick-off at Harlem's legendary Apollo Theater (253 West 125 Street) beginning previews Saturday, November 7, 2009, and opening Sunday, November 22, 2009, for 4 weeks only, through Sunday December, 6, 2009.
Chicago DCA Theaters Announce Their Spring 2010 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 29, 2009
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs announces its 2010 spring season of events at the Chicago DCA Theaters-the Storefront Theater, located at 66 E. Randolph Street and the Studio Theater in the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington Street.
LuPone & Patinkin Take 'An Evening' to Toronto, 2/9 - 2/14
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 14, 2009
Broadway legends Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin, who co-starred on Broadway in the original Evita in 1979, will bring their touring concert act, 'An Evening,' to the Royal Alexandra Theatre in Toronto from February 9 - February 14, 2010.