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Fulton Theatre Goes Under the Big Top with ANNIE GET YOUR GUN!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2017


The nationally regarded Fulton Theatre is excited to continue its record breaking season with Irving Berlin's classic musical comedy, Annie Get Your Gun.   Prepare to be dazzled as Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show returns to the Fulton Theatre after 100 years and the theatre is transformed into a big top, surrounding the audience with all the action. 

ATG Selected to Operate Emerson Colonial Theatre in a Partnership with Emerson College
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2017


The Emerson Colonial Theatre Is The Latest Addition To Atg's Portfolio Of 47 Theatrical Venues Worldwide.

Critics Choice: SOMETHING WICKED, RENT, NOISES OFF and So Much More On Tap This Weekend
by Jeffrey Ellis - Oct 20, 2016


Here are our suggestions - our choices, as it were - for the shows to catch, the people to see, before Monday morning rolls around. Again. When work beckons, we promise you'll have so much more interesting water cooler chatter to share that you'll be the envy of everyone at the office:

Alhambra Theatre Presents ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Ashlee Latimer - Oct 11, 2016


What do Reba McEntire, Ethel Merman and Bernadette Peters have in common? They all starred as sharpshooter Annie Oakley in the Tony Award-winning Broadway smash, Annie Get Your Gun. Hold on to your cowboy hats and get ready for the music, dancing and pageantry of Irving Berlin's musical spectacle when Annie Get Your Gun opens on October 19 live at at the Alhambra Theatre & Dining.  Annie Get Your Gun premiered in 1946, when men were returning to the workforce after World War II, and women were returning to the  home. 

BWW Review: Pewitt's Star Turn Electrifies Keeton Theatre's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Jeffrey Ellis - Oct 7, 2016


There's something about Tonya Pewitt, a certain, almost indefinable, something that makes her an ideal musical theater leading lady (perhaps, we admit, that's a dated term in these politically correct times – we are, after all, in the 21st century and the election of the first woman president of the United States seems imminent – but in regard to Ms. Pewitt, we use the term affectionately, respectfully and even reverently), attributes that she has accumulated, if you will, in a lifetime spent as a fan of classic Broadway and film musicals. She's charming and oh-so-engaging, beautifully alive onstage in a way only great musical theater stars can be when the follow spot hits them upon their first entrance.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 5/16/16- ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2016


Today in 1946, Annie Get Your Gun opened at the Imperial Theatre, where it ran for 1147 performances. Annie Get Your Gun is a musical with lyrics and music written by Irving Berlin and a book by Herbert Fields and his sister Dorothy Fields. The story is a fictionalized version of the life of Annie Oakley (1860-1926), who was a sharpshooter from Ohio, and her husband, Frank Butler. Songs that became hits include 'There's No Business Like Show Business', 'Doin' What Comes Natur'lly', 'You Can't Get a Man with a Gun', 'They Say It's Wonderful', and 'Anything You Can Do.'

BWW Review: ANNIE GET YOUR GUN at Musical Theater Heritage
by Alan Portner - Apr 4, 2016


Musical Theatre Heritage returns to its radio roots with a revival of the 1946 Irving Berlin musical play, 'Annie Get Your Gun.' This MTH production stars the huge voice of Shelby Floyd in the title role of Annie Oakley. Baritone Sam Wright plays Annie's true life husband Frank Butler. Jim Korinke, a long time respected Kansas City actor, is the immortal Buffalo Bill Cody.

Photo Flash: First Look at Musical Theater Heritage's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2016


Since its debut on Broadway in 1946, Irving Berlin's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN has been a blockbuster musical favorite. To welcome its 14th season, Musical Theater Heritage at Crown Center features 20 performances of the Tony Award-winner now through April 24, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Musical Theater Heritage to Stage ANNIE GET YOUR GUN This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Mar 31, 2016


Since its debut on Broadway in 1946, Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun has been a blockbuster musical favorite. To welcome its 14th season, Musical Theater Heritage at Crown Center will feature 20 performances of the Tony Award-winner from March 31 - April 24, 2016.

Musical Theater Heritage to Stage ANNIE GET YOUR GUN This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2016


Since its debut on Broadway in 1946, Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun has been a blockbuster musical favorite. To welcome its 14th season, Musical Theater Heritage at Crown Center will feature 20 performances of the Tony Award-winner from March 31 - April 24, 2016.

Anna-Jane Casey to Star in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN at the Crucible This Winter
by Jessica Khan - Mar 3, 2016


Just after her appearance in FLOWERS FOR MRS HARRIS at the Crucible this summer, Anna-Jane Casey will return to the stage -- this time as sharpshooter 'Annie Oakley' in Irving Berlin's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 2/12/16- ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 12, 2016


Today in 1946, Annie Get Your Gun opened at the Imperial Theatre, where it ran for 1147 performances. Annie Get Your Gun is a musical with lyrics and music written by Irving Berlin and a book by Herbert Fields and his sister Dorothy Fields. The story is a fictionalized version of the life of Annie Oakley (1860-1926), who was a sharpshooter from Ohio, and her husband, Frank Butler. Songs that became hits include 'There's No Business Like Show Business', 'Doin' What Comes Natur'lly', 'You Can't Get a Man with a Gun', 'They Say It's Wonderful', and 'Anything You Can Do.'

Nashville Theater Calendar 11/16/15
by Jeffrey Ellis - Nov 16, 2015


Sometimes it seems there is so much theater happening that it's difficult to keep track of it all. From personal experience, despite all the datebooks, smart phones, tablets, desktop computers and laptops...it's hard to keep everything straight in this wacky business of the show.

STAGE TUBE: Watch Megan Hilty & Andy Karl Do What Comes Natur'lly in Encores! ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 28, 2015


New York City Center presents Irving Berlin's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN: IN CONCERT starring Megan Hilty, who three years after starring in the Encores! production of GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES, returns to City Center as Annie Oakley. Hilty is joined by a Tony-honored cast including Andy Karl, Chuck Cooper, Judy Kaye,Brad Oscar, and Ron Raines. Check out a sneak peek of the cast in action below!

Photo Flash: They Say It's Wonderful- First Look at Megan Hilty & More in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 28, 2015


New York City Center presents Irving Berlin's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN: IN CONCERT starring Megan Hilty, who three years after starring in the Encores! production of GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES, returns to City Center as Annie Oakley. Hilty is joined by a Tony-honored cast including Andy Karl, Chuck Cooper, Judy Kaye,Brad Oscar, and Ron Raines. Check out photos of the cast in action below!

Megan Hilty Stars in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN Tonight in Concert at Encores!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2015


New York City Center presents Irving Berlin's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN: IN CONCERT starring Megan Hilty tonight, October 27, and tomorrow, October 28, at 7:30pm. Tonight's performance is part of City Center's annual Gala.

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: October 17-23
by Nora Dominick - Oct 23, 2015


Watching the new King and I commercial over and over again? Booking your tickets to London to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child? Didn't have time to check in on your favorite Broadway stars? Well don't worry BroadwayWorld has rounded up some of the biggest stories from this week from Broadway and beyond with BroadwayWorld's 'This Week in Pictures.'

Photo Flash: Megan Hilty & Andy Karl Prepare to Bring ANNIE GET YOUR GUN to New York City Center!
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 21, 2015


Three years after starring in the Encores! production of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Megan Hilty returns to City Center as Annie Oakley in this concert staging of Irving Berlin's classic 1946 musical on October 27 and 28. Hilty will be joined by a Tony-honored cast including Andy Karl, Chuck Cooper, Marshall Factora, Judy Kaye, Brad Oscar, and Ron Raines. Check out a first look inside rehearsal below!

Breaking News: Andy Karl, Chuck Cooper, Judy Kaye, Brad Oscar, and Ron Raines Join Megan Hilty in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN; Second Performance Added!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 5, 2015


New York City Center adds second performance of Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun: In Concert starring Megan Hilty on Wednesday, October 28 at 7:30pm. The previously announced performance on October 27 is part of City Center's annual Gala. Three years after starring in the Encores! production of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Megan Hilty returns to City Center as Annie Oakley in this concert staging of Irving Berlin's classic 1946 musical. Hilty will be joined by a Tony-honored cast including Andy Karl, Chuck Cooper, Judy Kaye, Brad Oscar, and Ron Raines.

FLASH FRIDAY: Anything You Can Do! All About ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, From Ethel Merman To Megan Hilty
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 19, 2015


Today we are toasting this week's big news than Megan Hilty will take on the title role in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN.

Breaking News: Megan Hilty Will Star in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN Gala Concert at City Center This Fall; John Rando to Direct
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 17, 2015


Megan Hilty will star in New York City Center's annual Gala Annie Get Your Gun: In Concert, a one-night-only performance of the classic Irving Berlin musical, on October 27, 2015. Directed by Tony Award winner John Rando, the Gala will feature The Encores! Orchestra led by Encores! Music Director Rob Berman. Additional casting will be announced at a later date. The event will help fund New York City Center's artistic and education programs.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 5/16/15- ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2015


Today in 1946, Annie Get Your Gun opened at the Imperial Theatre, where it ran for 1147 performances. Annie Get Your Gun is a musical with lyrics and music written by Irving Berlin and a book by Herbert Fields and his sister Dorothy Fields. The story is a fictionalized version of the life of Annie Oakley (1860-1926), who was a sharpshooter from Ohio, and her husband, Frank Butler. Songs that became hits include 'There's No Business Like Show Business', 'Doin' What Comes Natur'lly', 'You Can't Get a Man with a Gun', 'They Say It's Wonderful', and 'Anything You Can Do.'

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 2/12/15- ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 12, 2015


Today in 1946, Annie Get Your Gun opened at the Imperial Theatre, where it ran for 1147 performances. Annie Get Your Gun is a musical with lyrics and music written by Irving Berlin and a book by Herbert Fields and his sister Dorothy Fields. The story is a fictionalized version of the life of Annie Oakley (1860-1926), who was a sharpshooter from Ohio, and her husband, Frank Butler. Songs that became hits include 'There's No Business Like Show Business', 'Doin' What Comes Natur'lly', 'You Can't Get a Man with a Gun', 'They Say It's Wonderful', and 'Anything You Can Do.'

Pittsburgh CLO Sets 2015 Summer Season Creative Team
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2015


Pittsburgh CLO is pleased to announce the creative team for the ?2015 Summer Season at the Benedum Center. These Pittsburgh CLO veterans will bring Broadway's best to life at the Benedum Center all summer long. The 2015 Season includes MARY POPPINS (June 9 - 21), MAN OF LA MANCHA (June 23 - 28), GYPSY (July 10 - 19), THE WEDDING SINGER (July 24 - August 2) and the National Tours of KINKY BOOTS (August 4 - 9) and Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA (August 11 - 16).

BWW Reviews: ANNIE GET YOUR GUN IN CONCERT at Lyric Stage
by Kyle West - Jan 23, 2015


Annie Get You Gun In Convert at Lyric Stage soars with a dazzling 38-piece orchestra and a charming actress in the title role!

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