Merlin! 1979 - Articles Page 1.8

Opened: August 9, 1979
Closing: unknown

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Full Cast Announced For Philippa Gregory's RICHARD, MY RICHARD Opening At Shakespeare North Playhouse On 8 March
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2024


The full cast has been announced for best-selling historical author Philippa Gregory's playwright debut Richard, My Richard.

Cosmo Sheldrake Announces New LP 'Eye To The Ear' & Shares Two New Singles
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2024


London-born Cosmo Sheldrake announces his long-awaited second studio album Eye to the Ear via Tardigrade Records. The multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer, accomplished live improviser, and field recordist also shares two singles from the album to celebrate the announcement: “Stop the Music” and “Does the Swallow Dream of Flying”.

Nathan Lane Joins Cast of Ryan Murphy's MONSTERS: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024


Nathan Lane will reunite with Ryan Murphy as he has been cast in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. Monsters marks the second installment of Murphy‘s true-crime anthology series for Netflix.

VIDEO: Watch Stephen Cole, Ward Roberts, and Peter Filichia Discuss 'Cole Porter as a Gay Icon'
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 13, 2024


Chicago's Cole Porter Festival - A Celebration of the Man and his Music continues with the “Cole Porter as a Gay Icon,” notable Cole Porter fans, Stephen Cole, Ward Roberts and Peter Filichia, discuss Porter as a gay artist working in the 1920s-50s, hosted by Porchlight’s Producing Artistic Associate Frankie Leo Bennett. Watch the discussion here!

Brad Oscar, Alli Mauzey & More to Star in Immersive Musical WHISPER DARKLY Concept Cast Album
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2024


The new immersive electro-swing musical Whisper Darkly – the first musical written in the retro-inspired genre – will release a concept cast album on Friday, February 23. Learn more about how to pre-save the music here!

EXORCISTIC Starring Emma Hunton And Kirsten Vangsness Possesses San Francisco Sketchfest
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 5, 2024


Direct from sold out Los Angeles and Off-Broadway runs Exorcistic makes its way to San Francisco Sketchfest for one night only Saturday January 20th. BEST MUSICAL WINNER of the Hollywood Fringe Festival 2013 returns ten years later to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of The Exorcist with an original rock musical that'll make your head spin and your bed shake!

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023


It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023


There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023


It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards December 5th Standings; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Berkshire Theatre Group Unveils Winter/Spring 2024 Season Featuring National Acts, Regional Bands & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023


Berkshire Theatre Group has revealed the 2024 winter and spring season at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield. 

Interview: Sandro Monetti Anxious To Have A VERY DIE HARD CHRISTMAS
by Gil Kaan - Nov 30, 2023


Jeff Schell and The Habit’s A Very Die Hard Christmas opens December 10, 2023 at Theatre 40. Celebrating the film’s 35th anniversary, Sandro Monetti directs this musical parody with the cast of Nick Versteeg, Lauren Samuels, Jesse Merlin, Raymund King, Nick Bredosky, and Theatre 40 favorites Roslyn Cohn, Joe Clabby and Kristal Dickerson. Sandro graciously made it a priority to promptly answer a few of my queries.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023


Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023


The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Chicago Magic Lounge Unveils Holiday Programming & First Artist-in-Residence For 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023


Chicago Magic Lounge presents Peter Samelson's Magic, Love, Mystery, a mesmerizing journey through the enigmatic world of love. Experience the mystery of love through the eyes of a magician as Peter explores its many forms and reveals its secrets. Tickets available at the box office or online.

Every Broadway Actor in THE GILDED AGE Season Two
by Michael Major - Nov 19, 2023


The Gilded Age has returned for season two with a fresh lineup of Broadway stars! The first season of Julian Fellowes' series featured over 60 Broadway alums, including Audra McDonald, Nathan Lane, Cynthia Nixon, and more. Check out which faces you recognize from the theatre, including new additions like Laura Benanti and Jeremy Shamos.

First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Mac-Haydn Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Nov 13, 2023


The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Drew McOnie Appointed as New Artistic Director of Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2023


Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced Drew McOnie as their new Artistic Director & Joint Chief Executive, joining Executive Director James Pidgeon.  

Chita Rivera's 'Aurora' Joins Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' Broadway Legends Ornament Collection
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2023


Add the aura of Aurora from Kiss of the Spider Woman to your hearth and home with an iridescent homage to Chita Rivera and her Tony Award-winning performance as she becomes the 16th ornament in Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' Broadway Legends series.

New Shows Revealed at The Spire Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2023


Three new shows have been announced at the Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, MA. Learn more about the lineup here!

Full Cast and Creative Team Set For MACBETH at Donmar Warehouse, Starring David Tennant
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2023


With the critically acclaimed production of Clyde's currently running at the Donmar, Artistic Director Michael Longhurst and Executive Director Henny Finch have announced the full cast for Macbeth.

A VERY DIE HARD CHRISTMAS Opens December 10 At Theatre 40
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2023


A Very Die Hard Christmas, a musical, opens at Theatre 40 in Beverly Hills. Written by Jeff Schell and The Habit, with additional dialogue by Sandro Monetti. Directed by Sandro Monetti.

Spooky Spectacle Awaits: Jaxx Theatricals And David Goldrake Present SMOKE & MIRRORS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2023


Jaxx Theatricals has announced a spellbinding Halloween magic show that will leave audiences of all ages enchanted and amazed. 'Smoke & Mirrors ' promises an evening of mysterious illusions, otherworldly feats, and eerie entertainment in the heart of Los Angeles.

MASTERS OF ILLUSION LIVE! is Coming To The Playhouse On Rodney Square in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2023


Get ready to be mesmerized by the incredible illusions and mind-blowing magic tricks of Masters of Illusion Live! Starring Naathan Phan, Jason Bishop, and Ben Blaque. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the largest touring magic show in America at The Playhouse on Rodney Square.

Joanna Merlin, Original FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Star, Dies at 92
by Michael Major - Oct 16, 2023


Merlin was the original Tzeitel in Fiddler on the Roof on Broadway. Merlin cast several Stephen Sondheim musicals, including Sweeney Todd, Into the Woods, Merrily We Roll Along, Company, Follies, A Little Night Music, and Pacific Overtures. She also cast Evita and On the Twentieth Century. She was seen on screen in Fame and Law & Order.

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