RIALTO CHATTER: Mike Myers to Join Harvey Fierstein in LA CAGE?
by Rialto Chatter - November 10, 2010
Michael Riedel reports in the New York Post this morning that none other than Mike Myers (yes, Austin Powers) may step into Kelsey Grammer's role of Georges alongside Harvey Fierstein in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES after Grammer and Douglas Hodge depart the show in February. Writes Riedel: Hodge's co-star, the excellent Kelsey Grammer, is likely to leave the show in February as well, so the hunt is on for a new Georges...Mike Myers is said to be in the mix.'
Harvey Fierstein to Join LA CAGE AUX FOLLES as Albin February 15; Grammer & Hodge to Depart
by Robert Diamond - November 9, 2010
Four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein is returning to Broadway, starring as Albin in the 2010 Tony Award-winning revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. Fierstein won the 1984 Tony Award for writing LA CAGE, but this will be his first time appearing in the show. He will debut on Tuesday, February 15 at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street) for a limited run of 12 weeks only. Fierstein's co-star will be announced soon.
Photo Coverage: Nicole Scherzinger visits LA CAGE!
by Monica Simoes - November 5, 2010
Yesterday, Pussy Cat Doll and Hollywood Bowl Rent star Nicole Scherzinger took in a performance of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was exclusively invited backstage following the performance to snap Nicole with le Cagelles.
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Cast Album Released Today
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 28, 2010
PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, will release the New Broadway Cast Recording for the 2010 Tony Award-winning production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES tomorrow, Tuesday, September 28.
Cox and Adams Exit LA CAGE; Allyce Beasley & Matt Anctil Join Company
by Jessica Lewis - August 24, 2010
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, winner of three 2010 Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical, welcomes new cast members Allyce Beasley and Matt Anctil to the company. The production, starring five-time Emmy Award winner Kelsey Grammer and Tony and Olivier Award winner Douglas Hodge, is playing at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street).
Track List Revealed for LA CAGE Cast Album
by Robert Diamond - August 23, 2010
PS CLASSICS recorded the New Broadway Cast Recording for the 2010 Tony Award-winning production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES on August 5 and 6 for a September 28 release. LA CAGE AUX FOLLES is playing at the Longacre Theatre, 220 West 48th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue.
Photo Coverage: LA CAGE, IDIOT, WEST SIDE STORY & More Play Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Monica Simoes - August 13, 2010
The best of Broadway was presented free on six consecutive Thursdays this summer with '106.7 Lite fm Presents Broadway in Bryant Park 2010' - a lunchtime series which began on Thursday, July 8th at 12:30pm on the Bryant Park Stage and ended yesterday, August 12. The series, which just completed its 10 season, was sponsored by Bank of America and JCPenney 33rd & 6th, and washosted by Lite fm's on-air personalities.
TV: LA CAGE Plays Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Robert Diamond - August 13, 2010
The best of Broadway was presented free on six consecutive Thursdays this summer with '106.7 Lite fm Presents Broadway in Bryant Park 2010' - a lunchtime series which began on Thursday, July 8th at 12:30pm on the Bryant Park Stage and ended yesterday, August 12. The series, which just completed its 10 season, was sponsored by Bank of America and JCPenney 33rd & 6th, and washosted by Lite fm's on-air personalities.
STAGE TUBE: Grammer Plays Sponge on 'The Troop'
by Nicolas Coburn - August 6, 2010
Emmy-winner and Tony-nominee Kelsey Grammer will be guest-starring on Nickelodeon's 'The Troop' this Saturday, TV Guide reports. His role will be 'Dr. Cranius,' an evil Harvard graduate who also happens to be a sponge. He will be captured by Jake, Hayley, and Felix (the Troop) in the episode. The episode airs this Saturday at 12PM/11C. BroadwayWorld brings you a sneak peek below!
STAGE TUBE: Will Ferrell Provokes Kelsey Grammer on Jimmy Fallon
by Jessica Lewis - August 5, 2010
Continuing his 'war' on Broadway, funny-man Will Ferrell called out another of Broadway's hottest names of the moment (recall his spoof of Bernadette Peters this week) - La Cage star Kelsey Grammer. While promoting his new film, The Other Guys, on Jimmy Fallon last night, Ferrell not-so- subltly blamed Grammer for getting a much hyped Saturday Night Live skit with Shaquille O'Neal cut once upon a time due to 'jealousy.' Hear what Ferrell had to say about the matter below!
PS Classics Records LA CAGE, 8/5-6
by BWW News Desk - August 5, 2010
PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, will record the New Broadway Cast Recording for the 2010 Tony Award-winning production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES on August 5 and 6 for a September 28 release.
Douglas Hodge Extends in LA CAGE Thru Feb. 13, 2011
by Jessica Lewis - August 4, 2010
Douglas Hodge, who won a 2010 Tony Award for his critically acclaimed performance as Albin in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, will extend his run for an additional six months in the smash hit Tony Award-winning revival at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). Hodge and five-time Emmy Award-winner Kelsey Grammer will keep their love alive as Albin and Georges in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES until February 13, 2011, when both actors will depart the production.
PS Classics to Record La Cage aux Folles
by Robert Diamond - July 27, 2010
PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, will record the New Broadway Cast Recording for the 2010 Tony Award-winning production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES on August 5 and 6 for a late September release. LA CAGE AUX FOLLES is playing at the Longacre Theatre, 220 West 48th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue.
LA CAGE Plays 100th Show On Broadway, 7/14
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2010
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, winner of three 2010 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical, will play its 100th performance on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 14 at 8:00 PM. The critically acclaimed production is playing at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street).
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Breaks House Record At Longacre For Third Time
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 28, 2010
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, the 2010 Tony Award winner for Best Revival of a Musical, broke the house record at the Longacre Theatre last week for the third time. The show grossed $747,615.62 at the 1,057-seat playhouse for the week ending June 27, breaking its previous record of $687,824.90 for the week ending June 20.
GLAAD Hosts an Evening at LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, 6/24
by BWW
News Desk - June 24, 2010
GLAAD hosts an evening at LA CAGE AUX FOLLES with discounted tickets to GLAAD supporters for the June 24th's performance. Ten percent of the ticket sales benefit GLAAD. The seats are limited and advanced ticket purchase is required. LA CAGE AUX FOLLES recently won the 2010 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical.
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Breaks Longacre Theatre House Record For 2nd Time
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 21, 2010
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, the 2010 Tony Award winner for Best Musical Revival, broke the house record at the Longacre Theatre last week for the second time. The show grossed $687,824.90 at the 1,057-seat playhouse for the week ending June 20, breaking its previous record of $673,706.50 for the week ending May 11.
LA CAGE star Kelsey Grammer Visits CBS Early Show This Weekend
by BWW
News Desk - June 19, 2010
Kelsey Grammer, currently starring in his Broadway musical debut in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, will be a guest on CBS' 'The Early Show' on Saturday, June 19. In the New York area, 'The Early Show' airs on WCBS Channel 2 between 7:00 and 9:00 AM. Check local listings.