Nashville's Erin Parker Plays Doralee in Upcoming Barter Theatre Production of 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL
by Jeffrey Ellis - Feb 10, 2012
Parton reportedly is at work on a musical adaptation of her own life's story, which will hopefully find its way to Broadway-and, subsequently, to the rest of America just as her 9 to 5: The Musical has. A musical comedy full of laughter and sidesplitting Southern sass, 9 To 5: The Musical follows three women as they scheme to take control of their company from a chauvinistic and sexist boss. 9 to 5: The Musical is about joining forces and taking care of business.
Dolly Parton’s 9 TO 5 Plays St. Jacobs Country Playhouse in March
by James T Harding - Feb 10, 2012
9 To 5: The Musical will open for business at the St. Jacobs County Playhouse March 7th through March 25th.
Based on the classic motion picture, this story of friendship, female empowerment, and revenge in the Rolodex era features the blockbuster title song, plus a score of 18 original numbers penned by music icon and film star, Dolly Parton.
VTA Opens a World Premiere Musical, TENDERLY, 2/21
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 9, 2012
Victoria Theatre Association presents the world premiere of TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL, a musical about the inspiring life of legendary singer and actress Rosemary Clooney, playing February 21 - March 4, at the historic Victoria Theatre.TENDERLY is a product of the annual collaboration between Victoria Theatre Association (VTA) and The Human Race Theatre Company (HRTC).
MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL to Play Royal George Theatre, 4/12 - 5/20
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 9, 2012
The joyous journey and loving look at the blessings and perils of being a Mom is the subject of the new musical sensation, Motherhood the Musical®. The hilarious and insightful show will delight Chicago audiences when it debuts at the Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted, previewing March 30, opening April 12 and running through May 20.
BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL Makes Houston Premiere January 24
by BWW
News Desk - Feb 5, 2012
Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has announced the cast and special events for its presentation of Bring It On: The Musical, which runs January 24 - February 5, 2012 atHobby Center for the Performing Arts.
Photo Coverage: GORE VIDAL'S THE BEST MAN Meets the Press!
by Walter McBride - Feb 2, 2012
Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN began rehearsals on Monday, January 30th, with the first preview performance set for Tuesday, March 6th, in anticipation of an April 1st, 2012 opening at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Yesterday, the company met the press and below, BroadwayWorld brings you complete photo coverage below!
TV: Meet the Cast of Broadway's THE BEST MAN!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2012
Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN began rehearsals on Monday, January 30th, with the first preview performance set for Tuesday, March 6th, in anticipation of an April 1st, 2012 opening at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Today, the company met the press and below, BroadwayWorld brings you the full press conference with the cast and creative team!
FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Company of GORE VIDAL'S THE BEST MAN!
by Walter McBride - Feb 1, 2012
Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN began rehearsals on Monday, January 30th, with the first preview performance set for Tuesday, March 6th, in anticipation of an April 1st, 2012 opening at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Today, the company met the press and below, BroadwayWorld brings you a FREEZE FRAME photo preview! Stay tuned for full coverage!
In Another Marilyn Monroe Role! SMASH Star Megan Hilty to Star in GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES at Encores!
by Robert Diamond - Feb 1, 2012
Megan Hilty has been cast as Lorelei Lee, the diamond-loving blonde made famous by Carol Channing, in the Encores! production of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, opening May 9 at New York City Center. Gentlemen Prefer Blondes will be directed by John Rando with music direction by Rob Berman and choreography by Randy Skinner and will play for seven performances, May 9 - 13, at New York City Center, 55th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues.
Tickets Go On Sale for Broadway's THE BEST MAN 1/28
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 26, 2012
Tickets for Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN will go on sale to the general public beginning Saturday, January 28th, 2012. Tickets will be available on Telecharge.com or by calling (212) 239-6200. The box office of The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street) will open Tuesday, February 14th at 10:00 am.
BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL Makes Houston Premiere January 24
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2012
Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has announced the cast and special events for its presentation of Bring It On: The Musical, which runs January 24 - February 5, 2012 atHobby Center for the Performing Arts.
Seth Rudetsky’s DISASTER to Play the Triad, 1/22-2/26
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 18, 2012
Seth Rudetsky's DISASTER, A 1970's disaster movie …musical; written by Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnik, directed/choreographed by Denis Jones with music direction by Steve Marzullo will play The Triad (158 West 72nd Street) from January 22 - February 26, 2012. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased by visiting www.disastermusical.com.
Photo Coverage: Midwinter's First Night 2012, Part 2
by Jeffrey Ellis - Jan 11, 2012
Named as First Night's Outstanding Musical of 2011 was Lipscomb University Theatre's production of Hairspray, directed and choreographed by Justin Boccitto. ACT 1's production of American Buffalo, directed by Ryan Williams, claimed top honors as First Night's Oustanding Play of 2011, and the national touring company's Memphis, the Musical, which played Andrew Jackson Hall at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, was named as First Night's Outstanding Touring Production of 2011, besting productions of Spring Awakening, In The Heights, Wicked and Les Miserables.
Photo Coverage: Midwinter's First Night 2012
by Jeffrey Ellis - Jan 11, 2012
With a capacity crowd of 200 people on hand at The Keeton Theatre, First Night founder and executive producer Jeffrey Ellis, who covers theater, opera and dance throughout Tennessee for BroadwayWorld.com, unveiled his choices via First Night's Top 11 of 2011, while the winners of the BroadwayWorld.com Nashville and Tennessee Theatre Awards were announced by co-hosts Britt Byrd, Jamie Free, Katherine Sandoval Taylor and Lar'Juanette Williams.
ANNIE, HELLO DOLLY!, et al. Featured in North Shore Music Theatre's 2012 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 9, 2012
North Shore Music Theatre has just announced their full slate of productions for the 2012 season. The season will include HELLO, DOLLY! (June 12 - 24), ANNIE (July 17 - 29), ALL SHOOK UP! (August 14 - 26), 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL (September 25 - October 7) and GUYS AND DOLLS (October 30 - November 11).
Photo Flash: Behind the Scenes of SMASH with Katharine McPhee & Megan Hilty
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 5, 2011
On the upcoming NBC series SMASH, Katharine McPhee plays an Iowa gal named Karen Cartwright, who auditions for the role of Marilyn on Broadway. The series will premiere on February 6, 2012 on the NBC network. Check ot a behind the scenes photo of McPhee and Hilty below, as featured os McPhee's Facebook page.
BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL Makes Houston Premiere January 24
by Erin Privratsky - Dec 1, 2011
Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has announced the cast and special events for its presentation of Bring It On: The Musical, which runs January 24 - February 5, 2012 atHobby Center for the Performing Arts.
Drayton Entertainment Announces its 2012 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 30, 2011
While enthusiastic audiences are enjoying the final productions of the 2011 Season, Drayton Entertainment has unveiled its 2012 playbill - the most ambitious in the company's 22 year history.