Testa, Burgess, Fleshler, LeFevre, Ortlieb, Rosen & More Join GUYS & DOLLS Cast
by Robert Diamond - Dec 15, 2008
Producer Howard Panter for Ambassador Theatre Group and co-producers Tulchin/Bartner/Jenkins, Bill Kenwright, Northwater Entertainment, Darren Bagert, and Tom Gregory announced the complete cast and design team for the new Broadway production of the greatest musical comedy GUYS AND DOLLS. The first joint Broadway project by two-time Tony Award winning director Des McAnuff and choreographer Sergio Trujillo since their collaboration on the Tony Award winning musical Jersey Boys, GUYS AND DOLLS will begin previews on February 3, 2009 at Broadway's newly refurbished Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). Opening Night is March 1, 2009.
York's MY VAUDEVILLE MAN! Opens Tonight 11/7
by Eddie Varley - Nov 17, 2008
The YORK THEATRE COMPANY (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) and Melanie Herman, who produced The Musical Of Musicals (The Musical!) announces the Off-Broadway Premiere of My Vaudeville Man!, a new musical based on the life of legendary eccentric tap star Jack Donahue. It opens tonight, Monday November 17th.
York Theatre Company's MY VAUDEVILLE MAN! Opens 11/7
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2008
The YORK THEATRE COMPANY (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) and Melanie Herman, who produced The Musical Of Musicals (The Musical!) announces the Off-Broadway Premiere of My Vaudeville Man!, a new musical based on the life of legendary eccentric tap star Jack Donahue.
MY VAUDEVILLE MAN! Begins Performances Friday at York
by Robert Diamond - Nov 6, 2008
The YORK THEATRE COMPANY (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) and Melanie Herman, who produced The Musical Of Musicals (The Musical!), are proud to announce the Off-Broadway Premiere of My Vaudeville Man!, a new musical based on the life of legendary eccentric tap star Jack Donahue.
Updated Information for 'The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber at the Kennedy Center
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 15, 2008
Jeffrey Finn Productions announces a special return holiday engagement of THE MUSIC OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER for two weeks only at the Kennedy Center's newly-renovated Eisenhower Theater, Tuesday, December 23, 2008 through Sunday, January 4, 2009. The engagement marks the first return of the special concert since a sold out holiday run at the Kennedy Center Opera House in December 2004. The official Opening Night will be Saturday, December 27 at 7:30 p.m.
York Theatre Company's MY VAUDEVILLE MAN! Opens 11/7
by Reynard Loki - Oct 15, 2008
The YORK THEATRE COMPANY (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) and Melanie Herman, who produced The Musical Of Musicals (The Musical!) announces the Off-Broadway Premiere of My Vaudeville Man!, a new musical based on the life of legendary eccentric tap star Jack Donahue.
'The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber' Returns to Kennedy Center Starting 12/23
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 10, 2008
Jeffrey Finn Productions announces a special return holiday engagement of THE MUSIC OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER for two weeks only at the Kennedy Center's newly-renovated Eisenhower Theater, Tuesday, December 23, 2008 through Sunday, January 4, 2009. The engagement marks the first return of the special concert since a sold out holiday run at the Kennedy Center Opera House in December 2004.
Son's Broken Wrist Sidelines O'Donnell from Hollywood Bowl Les Miz; Ruth Williamson to Replace
by Robert Diamond - Jul 28, 2008
Les Misérables in Concert makes its Hollywood Bowl debut in a production featuring Melora Hardin as Fantine, Maddie Levy as Young Cosette, Tom Lowe as Enjolras, Michele Maika as Cosette, Michael McCormick as Thénardier, J. Mark McVey as Valjean, Lea Michele as Éponine, Brian Stokes Mitchell as Javert, Sage Ryan as Gavroche and John Lloyd Young as Marius. Rosie O'Donnell, who was to play the role of Madame Thenardier, has withdrawn from the performances in order to care for her eldest son, who broke his wrist. She will be replaced by veteran actress Ruth Williamson.
von Essen Stars In Pittsburgh CLO's 'West Side Story'
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2008
Experience the passion, romance and excitement of the most electrifying music ever written for Broadway, when Pittsburgh CLO proudly presents West Side Story August 5 through August 17 at the Benedum Center. This classic musical is filled with jet-propelled dancing, melodious songs and the poignancy of youthful heartbreak.
Laurie Beechman Welcomes Ric Ryder 6/30
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2008
The Laurie Beechman Theatre is very pleased to welcome Broadway veteran RIC RYDER for a one night only concert event. The seasoned performer (Blood Brothers, The Music Man, Starmites, Grease, A New Brain), is joined by composer/musician Steve Marzullo (I Hid My Love, Somedays, Musical Director of Once on This Island, etc.) and musicians Mary Ann McSweeney (Avenue Q Swings) and Everett Bradley (Broadway's Swing!, tours with Darryl Hall, John Bon Jovi, Chris Botti, Cyndi Lauper), as well as vocalists Michelle Blakely (Broadway's Senator Joe, Grease and Annie Get Your Gun) and Holly Hylton (Hello, Dolly with Mimi Hinds).
Young Frankenstein Announces Cast; To Open at Hilton November 8
by BWW News Desk - Jun 8, 2007
The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, a new musical comedy from the creative team of the 12-time Tony Award winning smash The Producers, will open on Broadway November 8th 2007 at the Hilton Theatre (213 W 42nd St). Previews begin October 11th 2007. The production stars Roger Bart (Dr. Frederick Frankenstein), Megan Mullally (Elizabeth), Sutton Foster (Inga), Shuler Hensley (The Monster), Fred Applegate (Kemp) and Christopher Fitzgerald (Igor).
Nunn to Direct West End Gone with the Wind; Opens '08
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2007
Trevor Nunn will direct a new music theatre adaptation of Margaret Mitchell's classic novel, Gone with the Wind, with music and lyrics by Margaret Martin, opening at the New London Theatre in April 2008
Encore Entertainment to present BLOOD BROTHERS in Toronto
by Mark Andrew Lawrence - Apr 2, 2007
Encore Entertainment will be presenting Willy Russell's popular musical, Blood Brothers, at the Toronto Centre for the Arts (Studio Theatre), 5040 Yonge Street, from April 26 until May 6, 2007. All evening performances begin at 8:00 p.m.; Sunday matinees begin at 2:00 p.m.
SYLVIA to be produced by Encore Entertainment
by Mark Andrew Lawrence - Oct 11, 2006
Toronto's Encore Entertainmanet stages A.R.Gurney's comedy SYLVIA
ENCORE ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS A.R. GURNEY COMEDY 'Sylvia' at the Toronto Centre for the Arts from Oct. 26-Nov. 5, 2006
An Interview with Christiane Noll
by Maya Cantu - May 9, 2006
Christiane Noll, currently starring in the York Theatre Company musical A Fine and Private Place, is a versatile performer who sees no reason to impose limits on herself--in theatre and in life
Full Casting Announced for TARZAN, The Broadway Musical
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2005
The production will star Josh Strickland as Tarzan, Jenn Gambatese as Jane, Merle Dandridge as Kala, Shuler Hensley as Kerchak, Chester Gregory II as Terk, Timothy Jerome as Professor Porter and Donnie Keshawarz as Clayton. Daniel Manche and Alex Rutherford will alternate in the role of Young Tarzan.
Hayley Mills Joins Richard Chamberlain in On Golden Pond Tour, Begins September 2006 in Fort Worth
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2005
Producer Jeffrey Finn announced today that Academy Award-winning film and stage star Hayley Mills will join legendary star Richard Chamberlain to headline the upcoming National Tour of the beloved play ON GOLDEN POND. The 30-week tour of the two-time 2005 Tony Award-nominated production will launch September 5, 2006 in Fort Worth, Texas at Bass Performance Hall. A complete list of touring cities and venues will be announced in the coming weeks.