BroadwayWorld Exclusive Sneak Peek Contest: Xanadu The Book! Seriously!
by Contests Broadway - Mar 24, 2008
The Producers of Broadway's critically acclaimed surprise hit, XANADU, and the show's Director of Merchandise Karen Davidov, are pleased to announce the XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! Sneak Peek and contest presented by BroadwayWorld.com, which will lead to the upcoming release of XANADU THE BOOK! SERIOUSLY! The showbook was conceived by world renowned graphic designers and collaborators Mark Melnick and Chip Kidd, who USA TODAY called 'the closest thing to a rock star in graphic design today.' Click now to see advance pages and enter to win your own copy!
Patti Cohenour Stars in 'Souvenir' at San Jose Rep
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2008
Broadway leading lady Patti Cohenour stars alongside Mark Anders (San Jose Rep's popular 2 Pianos, 4 Hands) in Souvenir. 'This is an uproarious and affectionate valentine to Florence Foster Jenkins, the 'first lady of the sliding scales,' press notes state. Souvenir runs March 26 - April 20, 2008 at San Jose Repertory Theatre, 101 Paseo de San Antonio in downtown San Jose. Preview performances are March 26 and 27. Press Opening is Friday, March 28 at 8:00 p.m.
Claudia Shear joins London Cast of 'Chicago'
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2008
Claudia Shear, the American award-winning actress and playwright, will star as 'Mama Morton' in the smash hit West End musical 'CHICAGO' at the Cambridge Theatre for an eight-week season from Monday 31 March until Saturday 25 May. Birgitte Hjort Sørensen and Rachel McDowall will continue to star as 'Roxie Hart' and 'Velma Kelly', with Terence Maynard as 'Billy Flynn' and Paul Rider as 'Amos Hart'.
Sørensen & McDowall are New Roxie & Velma in West End 'Chicago' Feb.25
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2008
Birgitte Hjort Sørensen will star as 'Roxie Hart' and Rachel McDowall will star as 'Velma Kelly' in the smash hit West End musical Chicago at the Cambridge Theatre from 25 February. Terence Maynard will continue to star as 'Billy Flynn' and Paul Rider as 'Amos Hart', with Zee Asha as 'Mama Morton' and MM Dugdale as 'Mary Sunshine'.
Photo Coverage: 12th Annual Kids' Night on Broadway
by Peter James Zielinski - Feb 5, 2008
Rosie O'Donnell, the 13-time Emmy Award-winning comedian, television talk show host, author, film, television, and stage actress kicked off this year's Kids' Night on Broadway, the annual event during which young people ages 6 to 18 can attend a Broadway show for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult.
Langford, Edwards & James Extend Runs in 'Chicago'
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2008
Bonnie Langford and Brenda Edwards have both extended their starring runs as 'Roxie Hart' and 'Mama Morton' in the smash hit West End musical Chicago at the Cambridge Theatre by four weeks until 24 February, and Duncan James has extended his starring run as 'Billy Flynn' by two weeks until 10 February. Amra-Faye Wright and Paul Rider will continue to play the starring roles of 'Velma Kelly' and 'Amos Hart' until 24 February.
Review: The Drowsy Chaperone Tour Hits Toronto
by Mark Andrew Lawrence - Sep 29, 2007
The The Drowsy Chaperone tour opened in Toronto this week to rave reviews. Don't miss this final chance to see Bob Martin as The Man in the Chair.
* * * * * (OUT OF FIVE)
BWW Exclusive: Barbra Streisand European Tour 2007 Scrapbook
by BWW Special Coverage - Jul 23, 2007
BroadwayWorld is proud to present (as promised) an update from Barbra Streisand's Broadway guys. They have indeed 'phoned home,' and we've got the pictures to prove it, in an exclusive SCRAPBOOK commemorating stage, screen and music legend Barbra Streisand's historic European tour, which marks her first time ever touring the Continent!
Elliot Norton Awards Held 5/21; Nominations Announced
by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2007
The 25th annual Elliot Norton Awards, presented by Boston Theater Critics Association and honoring the season's best work in Boston theaters (April 2006 to March 2007), will be held on May 21, 2007, at 7:00pm at the Cutler Majestic Theatre.
York Theatre Co. to Present Documentary on Foster Jenkins
by BWW News Desk - Apr 2, 2007
The York Theatre Company has announced the return of Florence Foster Jenkins to its theatre--this time in a documentary film by producer Donald Collup, entitled Florence Foster Jenkins: A World of Her Own.
Erich Bergen: New Boy in Town
by Eugene Lovendusky - Mar 7, 2007
Erich Bergen stars as Bob Gaudio in the first national tour of 'Jersey Boys.' Only 21 years-old, Erich already has his foot deep in the door of the theatre business! Before his big-break with 'Jersey Boys,' he played at the NYMF, sold Broadway merchandise, and hosted an original podcast interviewing theatre celebs.
Kids' Night on Bway Extends Ticket Sales for Select Shows
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2006
Tickets for this year's Kid's Night on Broadway, the once a year opportunity for young people, age 6-18, to attend a Broadway show for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult - are on sale for select shows from now through January 30th
GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Bernard Dotson of 'Chicago'
by Adrienne Onofri - Nov 15, 2006
Bernard, who took up dancing at age 25, is having an eventful season with 'Chicago': first filling in for Usher, and soon celebrating the revival's 10th anniversary.
Song List Announced for Starry 'Bway Meets Country' Concert
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2006
A song list has been announced for The Country Music Association (CMA)'s second annual 'Broadway Meets Country' gala benefit concert, featuring a star-studded line-up of Broadway talent and country music stars