Today we are talking to a veritable legend in her own time - arguably the most influential and recognizable female stand-up comedian of all time, the one and only Joan Rivers. Opening up and revealing her trademark, impossible-to-top wit all the while, Rivers and I discuss many aspects of her life and career, with a particular focus on her many current projects - most importantly, the third season of her smash hit reality series JOAN & MELISSA: JOAN KNOWS BEST? on WE TV. What will happen when Joan, Melissa and company visit Colonial Williamsburg? What illicitness will they discover on Willie Nelson's former tour bus? Will Joan get arrested for protesting her book being banned at a big retailer? Answers to these questions all will be arrived up on Saturday. In addition to all about JOAN & MELISSA Season Three and the current series-high ratings run of FASHION POLICE, Rivers and I take a look back at many of the remarkable figures she has encountered and worked with over the course of her career - among them: Barbra Streisand, Bette Midler, Woody Allen and many more - and she generously shares candid backstage stories and remembrances as only she can. Of paramount interest to theatre fans may be the announcement of a revival of her one-woman play SALLY MARR… AND HER ESCORTS, which she will be reviving in a special weekly pop-up theatre space on Broadway later this year. Also, as if all of that were not enough, Joan gives us the 411 on her new uncensored web series, IN BED WITH JOAN, as well as her cute new pet lover's web project, MY FAT PET. Plus, her fashion forecast for 2013 and best current trends, favorite films of awards season, thoughts on Broadway today and her picks for the best shows to see as well as much, much more awaits in this career-spanning conversation!
As BroadwayWorld reported earlier today, producer Marty Richards passed away today after a long battle with cancer. He was 80 years old. We celebrate the life and career of the legend below
BroadwayWorld.com has confirmed the sad news that producer Marty Richards passed away today after a long battle with cancer. He was 80 years old.
Legendary comedian JOAN RIVERS returns to The Laurie Beechman Theatre in Times Square for an additional show on Valentine's Day -- Tuesday, February 14 at 8pm.
Legendary comedian JOAN RIVERS returns to The Laurie Beechman Theatre in Times Square for an additional show on Valentine's Day -- Tuesday, February 14 at 8pm.
Comedienne and television personality Joan Rivers comes to Austin's Paramount Theatre, according to the theatre's schedule. The show is set for Thursday, November 3rd; doors open at 7:00pm, and the show begins at 8:00pm.
Comedienne and television personality Joan Rivers comes to Austin's Paramount Theatre, according to the theatre's schedule. The show is set for Thursday, November 3rd; doors open at 7:00pm, and the show begins at 8:00pm.
Legendary comedian JOAN RIVERS returns to The Laurie Beechman Theatre in Times Square for an additional show on Saturday, July 2 at 8pm.
Legendary comedian JOAN RIVERS returns to The Laurie Beechman Theatre in Times Square for an additional show on Saturday, July 2 at 8pm.
In an interview with THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER this week, Joan Rivers admits that at this point in her career, she hopes to come full circle. In 1972, Rivers made her Broadway debut in the comedy Fun City. She returned to the Great White Way in 1986 in Broadway Bound and then again in 1994 in Sally Marr...and her escorts in a role which garnered her a Tony nomination.
Joan Rivers is set for multiple appearances at the Venetian Showroom in Las Vegas on June 2-4, October 20-22, and November 17-19.
Legendary comedian Joan Rivers presents an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, reality TV and award show fashion. A full dinner menu and bar are available, and pianist Lance Cruce plays from the time doors open until Joan takes the stage. Tickets are $35 with a $15 per person food/beverage minimum.
The New York Philharmonic will present Stephen Sondheim's groundbreaking Company, with an all-star cast led by Neil Patrick Harris, star of the hit television series, How I Met Your Mother, on April 7-9, 2011. The award-winning musical will be produced and directed by Lonny Price, who directed and co-produced last season's SONDHEIM: The Birthday Concert!, and will be conducted by Sondheim specialist Paul Gemignani, with the original orchestrations for a 35-piece orchestra by Jonathan Tunick. More details will be announced at a later date.
After selling out two Gay Pride shows at The Gramercy Theater, legendary comedian JOAN RIVERS returns to The Laurie Beechman Theatre in Times Square. Rivers will present an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, and award show fashions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre inside the West Bank Cafe (407 West 42nd Street at Ninth Avenue).
Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures in association with Unique Features announced today that the new Broadway musical ELF will star Tony® Award winner Beth Leavel (Emily), Tony® Award nominee Mark Jacoby (Walter), Matthew Gumley (Michael), Valerie Wright (Deb), Michael McCormick (Mr. Greenway), Michael Mandell (Store Manager) and six-time Emmy® Award winner George Wendt (Santa). Full casting including the lead roles of Buddy and Jovie will be announced shortly.
After selling out two Gay Pride shows at The Gramercy Theater, legendary comedian JOAN RIVERS returns to The Laurie Beechman Theatre in Times Square. Rivers will present an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, and award show fashions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre inside the West Bank Cafe (407 West 42nd Street at Ninth Avenue).
After selling out two Gay Pride shows at The Gramercy Theater, legendary comedian JOAN RIVERS returns to The Laurie Beechman Theatre in Times Square. Rivers will present an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, and award show fashions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre inside the West Bank Cafe (407 West 42nd Street at Ninth Avenue).
Legendary comedian JOAN RIVERS continues to make The Laurie Beechman Theatre in Times Square her performance home in New York City. Rivers presents an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, and award show fashions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre inside the West Bank Cafe (407 West 42nd Street at Ninth Avenue).
Accoridng to TVGuide.com, theater vets Kelly Osbourne, Joan Rivers, and Vanessa Williams will guest host on the ABC talk show 'The View.'
Accoridng to TVGuide.com, theater vets Kelly Osbourne, Joan Rivers, and Vanessa Williams will guest host on the ABC talk show 'The View.'
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.
Legendary comedian JOAN RIVERS continues to make The Laurie Beechman Theatre in Times Square her performance home in New York City. Rivers presents an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, and award show fashions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre inside the West Bank Cafe (407 West 42nd Street at Ninth Avenue).
After a number of bidders showed interest at the Sundance documentary competition, including Anchor Bay, Phase 4, and Roadside Attractions, IFC Films has won the North American rights to Ricki Stern and Anne Sundberg's 'Joan Rivers-A Piece of Work.'
Tony-Nominated Actress and Comedian Joan Rivers will appear at Wichita's Orpheum Theatre on Thursday, February 4th at 8pm.
Legendary comedian JOAN RIVERS will continue to make The Laurie Beechman Theatre in Times Square her home base this fall.
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