Hanggi, Thalken, Slade, Campbell & More Set for New Musical AND THE CURTAIN RISES at Signature
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 25, 2011
Virginia's Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre has announced the artistic team behind the upcoming world premiere of the musical comedy And the Curtain Rises (formerly known as Wheatley's Folly), which begins performances on Thursday, March 17, 2011. And the Curtain Rises marks the third production presented as part of Signature's groundbreaking American Musical Voices Project, the largest commissioning program for new musicals in the country, following Michael John LaChiusa's Giant in 2009 and Ricky Ian Gordon's Sycamore Trees last year.
Upright Cabaret Presents Davis, Taylor, And Smith In THE MIGHTY MISSISSIPPI 1/15
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 25, 2011
Upright Cabaret is thrilled to announce the performers for their second 'American Icons' concert at the Scherr Forum Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Thousand Oaks. Grammy Award-nominee and American Idol finalist Frenchie Davis (American Idol Season 2, Broadway: RENT, AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', DREAMGIRLS), Ty Taylor (CBS' Rockstar INXS, Broadway: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, CATS, GREASE; PIPPIN at the Mark Taper Forum, CHESS at Reprise Theatre Company, front man of raw soul band 'Vintage Trouble') and Von Smith (American Idol Season 8) as Upright Cabaret expands their unique, one-of-a-kind cabaret experience to Thousand Oaks!
WOB Dinner Theater Hosts SOUTH PACIFIC Auditions 1/24/11
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 24, 2011
Way Off Broadway's 2011 Season, its 17th season of live first-class entertainment to Frederick, does not officially open until the theatre's production of the musical comedy The Drowsy Chaperone takes its first bow on Friday, January 21st.
Kennedy Center's BARRIO GRRRL! Kicks Off National Tour
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 22, 2011
The Kennedy Center production of Barrio Grrrl! begins a national tour on Saturday, January 22, 2011 as part of the Center's 18th Theater for Young Audiences on Tour series for young people and their families. The three-month tour of school and public performances will travel to 17 cities in 13 states from January 22, 2011 to April 16, 2011.
Engeman Theater Announces the Cast & Creative Team for Cabaret
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 21, 2011
The John W. Engeman Theater is proud to announce the cast and creative team for their upcoming production of Cabaret, which begins previews on Thursday, February 3, 2011 at 8:00pm and officially opens on February 5, 2011 at 8:00pm.
Trevor Nunn to Direct Sienna Miller in Rattigan's Flare Path at Theatre Royal Haymarket
by Robert Diamond - Jan 21, 2011
Trevor Nunn is to direct Sienna Miller in Terence Rattigan's Flare Path in the first of a series of productions he will present as Artistic Director of the Theatre Royal Haymarket Company. Opening on 10 March 2011 with previews from 4 March 2011 Flare Path is booking until 4 June 2011. Set and costumes are by Stephen Brimson Lewis. Flare Path is produced by Matthew Byam Shaw for Playful Productions, Tom McKitterick and the Theatre Royal Haymarket Company in association with Act Productions Ltd. Further casting will be announced shortly as well as details of Trevor Nunn's other productions.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Presents JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 20, 2011
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will produce another new show on its Main Stage with JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. The groundbreaking theatrical masterpiece will run two weeks of previews from Friday, February 4 -17, with grand opening festivities on Friday, July 18. JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is slated to run through July 30, 2011. JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is presented by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.
Broadway Dinner Theatre to Kick Off 2011 with THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 21, 2011
As the 2011 Season is fast approaching, The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre has announced that it will add yet another regional premiere to its list of theatrical credits. Opening the theater's 17th Anniversary Season will be the over-the-top musical comedy The Drowsy Chaperone, opening January 21st.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET To Celebrate Lee Rocker With Stage Jam Session
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 20, 2011
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, Broadway's new hit musical, announces that Lee Rocker, bassist and vocalist for the Grammy nominated band The Stray Cats, will participate in a special on stage jam session during his final performance with the show Sunday, January 30 at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street).
Photo Coverage: Upright Cabaret's 'MIGHTY MISSISSIPPI' starring Davis, Smith and Taylor at TOCAP
by LA News Desk - Jan 19, 2011
On Sat, Jan 15, 2011, Chris Isaacson presented Upright Cabaret's second American Icon Series concert entitled 'Mighty Mississippi' at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza's Scherr Forum Theatre starring American Idol star Frenchie Davis (Rent), Von Smith (American Idol) and Rockstar INXS' Ty Taylor (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Cats, Grease).
Surfside Extends CATS
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 17, 2011
Due to overwhelming attendance and positive response during our Opening Weekend, Surfside Players, Cocoa Beach, is extending the run of CATS, the musical by Andrew Lloyd-Webber.
Columbus' CAPA Presents LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL, CATS, et. al in 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2011
CAPA today announced its season lineup for 2010-11. Highlights include the return of Columbus' favorite saxophonist extraordinaire, Dave Koz, and the ever-popular, riotous comedy of The Second City. Columbus debuts include acoustic guitarist Benise who brings his lavish stage production, The Spanish Guitar, to the Palace Theatre; DRUMLINE LIVE,a show-style marching band showcase based on the film Drumline; and world-renowned, contemporary ballet company, Complexions.
Artist Series Announces the 2010-2011 BAA/Jacksonville Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2011
The Artist Series announces its INCREDIBLE 2010-2011 Broadway Across America - Jacksonville/The Artist Series' Broadway Season. Experience the best Broadway has to offer this 2010-2011 season with such extraordinary productions as the RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, LEGALLY BLONDE, CIRQUE DREAMS ILLUMINATION, SHREK THE MUSICAL, and our subscriber special CATS!
Upright Cabaret Presents THE MIGHTY MISSISSIPPI 1/15/2011
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 15, 2011
UPRIGHT CABARET is thrilled to announce the performers for their second "American Icons" concert at the Scherr Forum Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Thousand Oaks.
Upright Cabaret Presents THE MIGHTY MISSISSIPPI 1/15/2011
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 15, 2011
UPRIGHT CABARET is thrilled to announce the performers for their second "American Icons" concert at the Scherr Forum Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Thousand Oaks.
Kennedy Center's BARRIO GRRRL! Kicks Off National Tour
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 14, 2011
The Kennedy Center production of Barrio Grrrl! begins a national tour on Saturday, January 22, 2011 as part of the Center's 18th Theater for Young Audiences on Tour series for young people and their families. The three-month tour of school and public performances will travel to 17 cities in 13 states from January 22, 2011 to April 16, 2011.
New Candlelight Theatre Presents CATS
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 14, 2011
New Candlelight Theatre is proud to present the area premiere of one of the longest running, most beloved Broadway shows.
Surfside Players Presents CATS Jan. 14-30
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 14, 2011
Surfside Players, Cocoa Beach, is proud to announce our January production of CATS, the immortal musical by Andrew Lloyd-Webber, directed by Rod Savickis and choreographed by Christopher Kirby.
Upright Cabaret Presents THE MIGHTY MISSISSIPPI 1/15/2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 12, 2011
UPRIGHT CABARET is thrilled to announce the performers for their second "American Icons" concert at the Scherr Forum Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. in Thousand Oaks.
Clive Davis and The Recording Academy Present the 2011 Pre-GRAMMY Gala
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 12, 2011
Clive Davis and The Recording Academy will continue the tradition of the annual Pre-GRAMMYGala, and this year's event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., the evening before the 53rd Annual GRAMMY Awards.