Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Comes to the Academy of Music, Now thru 11/30
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2014
RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA, the 2013 Tony Award-winning Broadway musical from the creators ofSouth Pacific and The Sound of Music, will play the Academy of Music for a limited engagement over the Thanksgiving holidays from tonight, Nov. 25 - 30 as part of Broadway Philadelphia, presented collaboratively by The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and The Shubert Organization.
CINDERELLA Welcomes NeNe Leakes as 'Madame' Tonight on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2014
Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA will welcome actress and reality television sensation NeNe Leakes (THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA) to the cast starting tonight, November 25, when she steps into the role of Cinderella's wicked stepmother 'Madame'.
Exclusive Photo Coverage: NeNe Leakes Makes a Regal 'Madame' at CINDERELLA Costume Fitting!
by Walter McBride - November 21, 2014
Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA will welcome actress and reality television sensation NeNe Leakes (THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA) to the cast starting November 25, when she steps into the role of Cinderella's wicked stepmother 'Madame'. Leakes met with designer William Ivey Long for her final costume fitting at Euroco Costumes on November 21, 2014 in New York City, and BroadwayWorld brings you exclusive photos below!
FREEZE FRAME: NeNe Leakes Preps for CINDERELLA on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - November 19, 2014
Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella (Broadway Theatre, 1681 Broadway) will welcome actress and reality television sensation NeNe Leakes (THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA) to the cast starting November 25, when she steps into the role of Cinderella's wicked stepmother 'Madame'. Leakes joined today's Cinderella photo call in New York City, and BroadwayWorld brings you a preview below! Check back later for full coverage!
STAGE TUBE: CINDRELLA Tour's Aymee Garcia Sings 'Stepsister's Lament'
by Sally Henry Fuller - November 2, 2014
Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA tour has been underway for almost a month, starring Paige Faure in the title role, and they just released a performance video of Aymee Garcia and the ensemble singing 'Stepsister's Lament.' Check out the clip below!
BWW Reviews: Undeniably Magical CINDERELLA Launches National Tour in Providence
by Veronica Bruscini - October 14, 2014
The cast and crew of CINDERELLA have already polished their performance to a brilliant shine; this tour is Broadway quality in every particular, brimming with talent, and an utter delight and a joy to watch. From singing and dancing to costumes and sets, Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA is one of the highest caliber shows to play PPAC in recent years.
STAGE TUBE: Watch CINDERELLA's Paige Faure in High School Comedy Sketches
by Sally Henry Fuller - October 4, 2014
Did you know that before Paige Faure was a princess, she was Wendy Darling and Trinity from the Matrix? Below, Broadway brings you videos of the CINDERELLA star in a high school comedy troupe called 'The Bad Eggs,' starring alongside Broadway actor Andrew Durand (WAR HORSE), and Atlanta actors Nick Arapoglou and Jimi Kocina.
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Keke Palmer, Sherri Shepherd & Judy Kaye Onstage in Broadway's CINDERELLA
by Tyler Peterson - September 30, 2014
Currently appearing in Cinderella are Keke Palmer in the title role, Joe Carroll as Prince Topher, Sherri Shepherd as Madame (until Nov. 23) , Judy Kaye as the Fairy Godmother, Ann Harada as stepsister Charlotte, Stephanie Gibson as stepsister Gabrielle, Peter Bartlett as Sebastian, Prince Topher's mentor and Lord Chancellor, Todd Buonopane as the rebel Jean-Michel and Phumzile Sojola as Lord Pinkleton.
TV: It's Possible! Lesley Ann Warren Returns to Her CINDERELLA Roots Onstage at the Broadway Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - September 26, 2014
Where have the 50 years gone? Academy Award® nominee Lesley Ann Warren - who was all of 18 years old when CBS-TV selected her as its CINDERELLA for the famed 1965 telecast of Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA - joined the cast of the current Broadway company on stage to perform a number from the musical at the conclusion of the September 23rd performance. Miss Warren's CINDERELLA was such a success for CBS that the musical aired once each year for 8 years until 1974. Miss Warren's appearance coincides with the 50th anniversary release of the telecast.
Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a behind the scenes interview with Warren, as well as highlights from her special performance of 'It's Possible.'
TV: The Prince Is Giving a Ball! Watch a Performance Preview of CINDERELLA on Tour!
by TV - On the Road - September 26, 2014
Cinderella launches its First National Tour in Providence, RI, at the Providence Performing Arts Center on Friday October 10, 2014, starring Paige Faure in the title role, and ready to sweep Cinderella off her feet, Andy Jones in role of Prince Topher. The company just met the press and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was on hand to chat with the full company about the show. Check out what they had to say, plus watch a special performance preview of 'The Prince Is Giving a Ball' and 'Ten Minutes Ago' below!
Photo Coverage: Here Ye! Go Inside the Performance Preview for CINDERELLA on Tour
by Walter McBride - September 26, 2014
Cinderella launches its First National Tour in Providence, RI, at the Providence Performing Arts Center on Friday October 10, 2014, starring Paige Faure in the title role, and ready to sweep Cinderella off her feet, Andy Jones in role of Prince Topher. The company just met the press and below you can check out photos from inside the performance preview!
Photo Coverage: Meet the Company of the CINDERELLA National Tour
by Walter McBride - September 26, 2014
Cinderella launches its First National Tour in Providence, RI, at the Providence Performing Arts Center on Friday October 10, 2014, starring Paige Faure in the title role, and ready to sweep Cinderella off her feet, Andy Jones in role of Prince Topher. The company just met the press and below you can check out photos from inside the special event!
TV Exclusive: Inside a Magical CINDERELLA Fitting with Paige Faure and William Ivey Long!
by TV - On the Road - September 28, 2014
Cinderella launches its First National Tour in Providence, RI, at the Providence Performing Arts Center on Friday October 10, 2014 ,and the cast and creative team is hard at work making final preparations. In the exclusive video below, BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge takes you inside the fitting room with six-time Tony Award winner William Ivey Long and Cinderella herself, Paige Faure. Go behind the scenes of the magical costume fitting below!
Photo Coverage: Paige Faure and William Ivey Long Prepare for CINDERELLA Tour
by Jennifer Broski - September 25, 2014
Cinderella launches its First National Tour in Providence, RI, at the Providence Performing Arts Center on Friday October 10, 2014, and the cast and creative team is hard at work making final preparations. In the exclusive photos below, BroadwayWorld takes you inside the fitting room with six-time Tony Award winner William Ivey Long and Cinderella herself, Paige Faure. Go behind the scenes of the magical costume fitting below!