STAGE TUBE: On This Day 3/13- BRIGADOON
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 13, 2013
Today in 1947, Brigadoon opened at the Ziegfeld Theatre, where it ran for 581 performances. Brigadoon is a musical with a book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe. It tells the story of a mysterious Scottish village that appears for only one day every hundred years, though to the villagers, the passing of each century seems no longer than one night. Brigadoon then received a West End production opening in 1949 that ran for 685 performances, and many revivals followed. A 1954 film version starred Gene Kelly and Cyd Charisse. A 1966 television version starred Robert Goulet and Peter Falk.
Rachel Rockwell to Helm BRIGADOON at Chicago's Goodman Theatre in Summer 2014
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 30, 2013
"It's almost like being in love!" Goodman Theatre proudly announces a Summer 2014 production of the 1947 musical Brigadoon, with book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe-marking the first major revival of the musical in nearly 20 years. Award-winning Chicago director/choreographer Rachel Rockwell, hailed as "a theatrical magician" (Chicago Sun-Times) and "2012 Chicagoan of the Year" (Chicago Tribune) for her recent reinvestigations of American musicals, directs the piece in her Goodman debut. With permission from the Lerner and Loewe estates, the Goodman and Rockwell will consider some revisions to the book for this production. Only Goodman Subscribers and Groups are guaranteed priority access to Brigadoon tickets; subscriptions for Goodman's 2013/2014 Season (additional projects and dates for Brigadoon to be announced) will be available for purchase in March. Call 312.443.3800 or visit GoodmanTheatre.org.
THE JEFFERSONS Co-Star Ned Wertimer Passes Away at Age 89
by TV News Desk - Jan 8, 2013
Ned Wertimer, a versatile and prolific character actor who was perhaps best known as Ralph the Doorman for 11 seasons on TV's The Jeffersons, has died, it was announced today by his long time manager Brad Lemack. Wertimer passed away on January 2nd at the Sherman Village Health Care Center, outside of Los Angeles, from complications following a fall in his Burbank home in late November. He was 89.
Photo Flash: First Look at 42nd Street Moon's CARMELINA
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2012
Bay Area audiences will have the opportunity to experience a lost musical theatre treasure when 42nd Street Moon presents the first ever post-Broadway production of a musical collaboration by the composers of My Fair Lady and Brigadoon, CARMELINA. The show has a beautiful score by Alan Jay Lerner and Burton Lane and a saucy book by Lerner and Joseph Stein, whose Fiddler on the Roof remains one of the world's most popular musicals, but CARMELINA nevertheless vanished from sight. CARMELINA plays October 31 - November 18, 2012 (press openings November 2 and 3) at the Eureka Theatre in San Francisco. Get a first look at the cast in the photos below!
BWW Reviews: BRIGADOON is Enchanting at Raleigh's Burning Coal Theatre
by Larissa Mount - Sep 9, 2012
Right in the heart of downtown Raleigh, there is a magical town popping up, thanks to Burning Coal Theatre Company's current production of Brigadoon. Their small space comes to life as the enchanted Scottish village in this classic 1947 Lerner and Loewe musical.
STAGE TUBE: On This Day 4/9- BRIGADOON
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 9, 2012
Today in 1957, Brigadoon opened at the Adelphi Theatre, where it ran for 47 performances. Brigadoon is a musical with a book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe. Songs from the musical, such as 'Almost Like Being in Love' have become standards. The story involves two American tourists who stumble upon Brigadoon, a mysterious Scottish village that appears for only one day every hundred years. Tommy, one of the tourists, falls in love with Fiona, a young woman from Brigadoon. The original production opened on Broadway in 1947 and ran for 581 performances. A 1954 film version starred Gene Kelly and Cyd Charisse. A 1966 television version starred Robert Goulet and Peter Falk.
STAGE TUBE: On This Day 3/13- BRIGADOON
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 13, 2012
Today in 1947, Brigadoon opened at the Ziegfeld Theatre, where it ran for 581 performances. Brigadoon is a musical with a book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe. It tells the story of a mysterious Scottish village that appears for only one day every hundred years, though to the villagers, the passing of each century seems no longer than one night. Brigadoon then received a West End production opening in 1949 that ran for 685 performances, and many revivals followed. A 1954 film version starred Gene Kelly and Cyd Charisse. A 1966 television version starred Robert Goulet and Peter Falk.
BWW Interviews: George Chakiris - Fifty Years After WEST SIDE STORY
by Joseph F. Panarello - Nov 16, 2011
To those who've seen the Oscar-winning screen adaptation of WEST SIDE STORY, the recollections of George Chakiris' performance as Bernardo remain vivid. His acting is top notch, his singing is superb and his dancing comes darn close to burning up the celluloid it is preserved on. He was awarded an Oscar as 'Best Supporting Actor' for his work on that film and now, fifty years later, he is about to imprint his handprints and signature outside of the famed Grauman's Chinese Theater in Hollywood. Sometimes the film industry can be a little slow on the uptake, won't you agree?
Broadway By the Bay Presents GYPSY,Closes 10/9
by BWW News Desk - Oct 9, 2011
Broadway By The Bay, the Peninsula's premiere musical theatre company, presents the delightful Broadway classic GYPSY, closing Sunday, October 9, at their new home, the historic Fox Theatre in Redwood City (2215 Broadway Street, Redwood City).
Broadway By the Bay Presents GYPSY, 9/22-10/9
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2011
Broadway By The Bay, the Peninsula's premiere musical theatre company, presents the delightful Broadway classic GYPSY, running Thursday, September 22 through Sunday, October 9, at their new home, the historic Fox Theatre in Redwood City (2215 Broadway Street, Redwood City). Press night is scheduled for Friday, September 23, 2011 at 8:00. Tickets for GYPSY range in price from $22 - $48 and are on sale now at Broadway By The Bay Box Office (851 Burlway Road, Suite 300, Burlingame), by phone at 650-579-5565 and on the Web at www.broadwaybythebay.org. Special youth, student, senior and group pricings are available.
Broadway By the Bay Presents GYPSY, 9/22-10/9
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 29, 2011
Broadway By The Bay, the Peninsula's premiere musical theatre company, presents the delightful Broadway classic GYPSY, running Thursday, September 22 through Sunday, October 9, at their new home, the historic Fox Theatre in Redwood City (2215 Broadway Street, Redwood City). Press night is scheduled for Friday, September 23, 2011 at 8:00. Tickets for GYPSY range in price from $22 - $48 and are on sale now at Broadway By The Bay Box Office (851 Burlway Road, Suite 300, Burlingame), by phone at 650-579-5565 and on the Web at www.broadwaybythebay.org. Special youth, student, senior and group pricings are available.
THE RAINMAKER Opens At Northern Stage 3/16
by Kassie Rivera - Mar 11, 2011
As the region emerges from a long and difficult winter, Northern Stage taps into the eternal optimism of the American spirit with N. Richard Nash's acclaimed comedy-drama-romance The Rainmaker, on stage from March 16 through April 3 at the Briggs Opera House in White River Junction.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for December 8th, 2010
by Paul W. Thompson - Dec 8, 2010
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. The BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards Celebration, 'Wicked,' 'The Story Of My Life,' 'The Apple Tree,' 'Hello, Dolly!,' 'Working,' Ann Reinking, more....
Gets and Struthers Come To Pittsburgh CLO In CURTAINS 6/22-27
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 27, 2010
Experience a night of laughs, mystery and drama when Pittsburgh CLO presents the Pittsburgh premiere of Curtains, June 22 - 27 at the Benedum Center, in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. The legendary writing team of Kander and Ebb delivers another hit with this hilarious musical whodunit.
Gets and Struthers Come To Pittsburgh CLO In CURTAINS 6/22-27
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 22, 2010
Experience a night of laughs, mystery and drama when Pittsburgh CLO presents the Pittsburgh premiere of Curtains, June 22 - 27 at the Benedum Center, in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. The legendary writing team of Kander and Ebb delivers another hit with this hilarious musical whodunit.
Broderick Set to Host Irish Rep's BRIGADOON Concert, 6/14
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 14, 2010
The Irish Repertory Theatre will present a rare concert performance of Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe's BRIGADOON for its 2010 Annual Benefit Gala. The concert will be directed by Charlotte Moore and choreographed by Barry McNabb. This event is one night only: Monday, June 14 at the Shubert Theatre. Matthew Broderick (THE PRODUCERS) is set to host.
Broderick Set to Host Irish Rep's BRIGADOON Concert, 6/14
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 14, 2010
The Irish Repertory Theatre will present a rare concert performance of Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe's BRIGADOON for its 2010 Annual Benefit Gala. The concert will be directed by Charlotte Moore and choreographed by Barry McNabb. This event is one night only: Monday, June 14 at the Shubert Theatre. Matthew Broderick (THE PRODUCERS) is set to host.
Gets and Struthers Come To Pittsburgh CLO In CURTAINS 6/22-27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 9, 2010
Experience a night of laughs, mystery and drama when Pittsburgh CLO presents the Pittsburgh premiere of Curtains, June 22 - 27 at the Benedum Center, in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. The legendary writing team of Kander and Ebb delivers another hit with this hilarious musical whodunit.
Broderick Set to Host Irish Rep's BRIGADOON Concert, 6/14
by Charlie Piane - Jun 5, 2010
The Irish Repertory Theatre will present a rare concert performance of Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe's BRIGADOON for its 2010 Annual Benefit Gala. The concert will be directed by Charlotte Moore and choreographed by Barry McNabb. This event is one night only: Monday, June 14 at the Shubert Theatre. Matthew Broderick (THE PRODUCERS) is set to host.
Broderick Set to Host Irish Rep's BRIGADOON Concert, 6/14
by Nicolas Coburn - Jun 2, 2010
The Irish Repertory Theatre will present a rare concert performance of Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe's BRIGADOON for its 2010 Annual Benefit Gala. The concert will be directed by Charlotte Moore and choreographed by Barry McNabb. This event is one night only: Monday, June 14 at the Shubert Theatre. Matthew Broderick (THE PRODUCERS) is set to host.