Julie Andrews to Sing Again: Prepares for O2 Concert May 8, 2010
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 25, 2009
This May, the musical icon and beloved actress Julie Andrews will return to the UK stage for the first time in thirty years, with a special one off performance. 'An Evening with Julie Andrews' will be hosted at The O2 on Saturday 8th May, and will see a night of music from her greatest stage and
screen performances, as well as the live narration of the story, Simeon's Gift, the best selling children's book written by Julie and her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton.
TV: John Tartaglia's IMAGINOCEAN! Video Blogs - Meet the Cast!
by Eddie Varley - Nov 21, 2009
John Tartaglia, Philip Katz of Broadway Theatrical and veteran musical theatre performer, Michael Shawn Lewis have teamed up to bring this innovative black light musical production to life on the high seas. BWW TV is excited to bring you John's IMAGINOCEAN! journey via his personal video blogs. In this segment John introduces us to the IMAGINOCEAN! cast. Get set to enjoy the 'ride' and venture on this very creative trip! Stay Tuned for many more videos right here on BWW TV!
'SHREK THE MUSICAL' Welcomes Ben Crawford In The Title Role 11/10
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2009
DreamWorks Theatricals & Neal Street Productions have announced that a new block of tickets are now available for SHREK THE MUSICAL. The award-winning hit new Broadway musical is now on sale through May 30, 2010. Beginning November 10th, Ben Crawford will perform the title role of ?Shrek'. Crawford replaces Tony Award® nominee Brian d'Arcy James, who departs after the performance on Sunday, November 8th to appear in Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Time Stands Still.
Photo Coverage: SHREK THE MUSICAL Celebrates One Year on Broadway and Bids Star Brian d'Arcy James Farewell
by Peter James Zielinski - Nov 9, 2009
The cast and crew of SHREK THE MUSICAL, the Tony Award-winning production, celebrated the show's one year anniversary on Broadway with a reception on stage at the Broadway Theatre on Sunday, November 8th after the matinee performance. Cupcakes were provided to the cast by CRUMBS Bake Shop. The production also said goodbye to original 'SHREK' star Brian d'Arcy James who played his final performance in the title role yesterday as well.
SHREK Celebrates 1st Broadway Anniversary, 11/8
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2009
The cast and crew of SHREK THE MUSICAL®, the Tony Award®-winning production, will celebrate the show's one year anniversary on Broadway with a reception on stage at the Broadway Theatre today, Sunday, November 8th after the matinee performance. Cupcakes will be provided to the cast by CRUMBS Bake Shop.
SHREK Celebrates 1st Broadway Anniversary, 11/8
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 6, 2009
The cast and crew of SHREK THE MUSICAL®, the Tony Award®-winning production, will celebrate the show's one year anniversary on Broadway with a reception on stage at the Broadway Theatre on Sunday, November 8th after the matinee performance. Cupcakes will be provided to the cast by CRUMBS Bake Shop.
Banderas, Hayek & Galifianakis Sign on for 'Shrek' Puss In Boots Spin-Off
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 5, 2009
Multiple reports have confirmed new progress on the Shrek spin-off, Puss in Boots, slated for release in November of 2011. Zach Galifianakis is allegedly in talks to voice Humpty Dumpty, joining Antonio Banderas as the title character, and Salma Hayek as Kitty. The film will follow Puss in Boots adventures before Shrek 2. The film is written by Tom Wheeler and directed by Chris Miller who co-wrote and co-directed Shrek the Third.
'We Plan to Monetize Shrek The Musical in Any Number of Ways' Says DreamWorks
by Robert Diamond - Oct 27, 2009
SHREK THE MUSICAL®, the Tony Award®-winning production, will play its final performance on Broadway at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway) on Sunday, January 3rd, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. following 441 performances and 37 previews. SHREK THE MUSICAL® will launch a national tour at Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre for a limited engagement, July 13 - September 5, 2010.
Rivera, Plimpton, Uggams, Tesori & Friedman Lead Lincoln Center's 2010 'American Songbook' Series, 1/13 - 3/6
by Aimee Savoth - Oct 27, 2009
Lincoln Center's acclaimed series American Songbook returns in January for its twelfth season celebrating the diversity of American popular song. For 16 nights of pop, folk, cabaret, country, rock, and show tunes, the series will explore the best of the golden age of musical standards through to today's most dynamic contemporary songwriting.
Tesori Set for 'FUN HOME' Musical Adaptation, Mantello to Direct
by Eddie Varley - Oct 25, 2009
'Behind The Curtain' on Courant.com reports that SHREK composer Jeanine Tesori is partnering with with writer Lisa Kron ('Well,' '2.5 Minute Ride') on a musical adaptation of the graphic novel, 'Fun Home,' by Alison Bechnell. Joe Mantello, reveals 'Behind The Curtain,' will direct.
DreamWorks CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg Comments on SHREK Closing
by Robert Diamond - Oct 21, 2009
SHREK THE MUSICAL®, the Tony Award®-winning production, will play its final performance on Broadway at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway) on Sunday, January 3rd, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. following 441 performances and 37 previews. SHREK THE MUSICAL® will launch a national tour at Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre for a limited engagement, July 13 - September 5, 2010.
SHREK THE MUSICAL to End Broadway Run on January 3; Tour Starts July 2010
by Robert Diamond - Oct 21, 2009
SHREK THE MUSICAL®, the Tony Award®-winning production, will play its final performance on Broadway at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway) on Sunday, January 3rd, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. following 441 performances and 37 previews. SHREK THE MUSICAL® will launch a national tour at Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre for a limited engagement, July 13 - September 5, 2010.
SHREK Originals to Play the Windy City?
by Rialto Chatter - Oct 16, 2009
In the Chicago Tribune yesterday, theater critic Chris Jones reports that Shrek originals Brian D'Arcy James (Shek), Sutton Foster (Princess Fiona) and Christopher Sieber (Lord Farquaad) are scheduled to attend a preview event later this month surrounding the announcement of the Shrek National Tour, reported to be kicking off at Chicago's Ford Center for the Performing Arts in June 2010.
Broadway Classroom's 'Putting it All Together Series' Will Feature IN THE HEIGTS, 1/23
by Melissa Beck - Oct 9, 2009
Broadway Classroom will present its next workshop in the new 'Putting it All Together' series on Saturday, January 23, 2010. Taught by Broadway stars Melissa Rae Mahon (CHICAGO, THE PRODUCERS, 42ND STREET) and Sean McKnight (CURTAINS), this innovative 3½-hour workshop includes audition techniques, musical theatre song and movement and a Q&A with Broadway professionals, as well as lunch at Planet Hollywood, and a ticket to see IN THE HEIGHTS.
SHREK THE MUSICAL Adds "I'm a Believer" to the Broadway Production
by Robert Diamond - Sep 30, 2009
Due to popular demand, the hit song "I'm a Believer" has been added to the smash Broadway musical, SHREK THE MUSICAL®. Since the musical opened on Broadway last year, an instrumental version of the classic 1960s song was played as patrons left the theatre. Now, beginning with the performance on Friday, October 2nd, the entire company will perform "I'm a Believer."
SHREK THE MUSICAL National Tour Will Debut An All New 'Dragon'
by Eddie Varley - Sep 12, 2009
Broadway production of SHREK THE MUSICAL with book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori, directed by Jason Moore, will launch a National Tour in Chicago. Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning, SHREK THE MUSICAL will play the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph St.) for a limited engagement beginning July 13 - September 5, 2010.
Musical Numbers Announced For Upcoming 'BROADWAY ON BROADWAY' 9/13
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2009
Musical numbers for the 2009 Broadway on Broadway concert (www.broadwayonbroadway.com) were announced today by The Broadway League and The Times Square Alliance. Superior Donuts' star Michael McKean will host the 18th annual concert presented by the all new 2010 Buick LaCrosse and Continental Airlines, to be held this Sunday, September 13th at 11:30 a.m in Times Square.