Barrington Stage Co Presents Lee Blessing’s GOING TO ST. IVES 6/22-7/9
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 22, 2011
Barrington Stage Company, the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd and Managing Director Tristan Wilson, presents Lee Blessing's Going to St. Ives, from June 22 through July 9 at BSC Stage 2.
Barrington Stage Co Presents Lee Blessing’s GOING TO ST. IVES 6/22-7/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 20, 2011
Barrington Stage Company, the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd and Managing Director Tristan Wilson, presents Lee Blessing's Going to St. Ives, from June 22 through July 9 at BSC Stage 2.
2010 Tony Awards: Joe DiPietro Wins 'Best Book of a Musical'
by Charlie Piane - Jun 13, 2010
The American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 13, 2010 and broadcast on the CBS Television Network. For more information visit tonyawards.com.
STAGE TUBE: FELA! Releases New TV Commercial
by Charlie Piane - Apr 20, 2010
Fela!, the critically acclaimed new musical based on the life and music of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, is directed and choreographed by Tony® Award-winner Bill T. Jones (Spring Awakening), with a book by Jim Lewis and Bill T. Jones. Sahr Ngaujah and Kevin Mambo play the title character at alternate performances, while the world renowned Antibalas and other members of the NYC Afrobeat community, under the direction of Aaron Johnson, perform Kuti's rousing music live onstage.
FELA! Celebrates 100th Performance 2/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 18, 2010
Fela!, the critically acclaimed new musical based on the life and music of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, will celebrate its 100th performance on Friday, February 19 @ 8pm.
STAGE TUBE: Sting and Alicia Keys Rave About FELA!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Dec 19, 2009
Sting and Alicia Keys were amongst other well-known music and entertainment personalities to visit the Broadway sensation Fela! during its first week run, and the praise for this dazzling production was unanimous.
FELA! Adds Wednesday Mats.; Pushes Sunday Performances to 3pm for New Year
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 18, 2009
Producers Shawn 'Jay-Z' Carter and Will & Jada Pinkett Smith announced today that beginning January 6, the new critically acclaimed Broadway musical Fela! will add Wednesday matinee performances to its weekly schedule and push back Sunday matinee times to 3pm. The new schedule, beginning Tuesday, January 5 will be as follows: Tuesday at 7pm, Wednesday at 2pm & 8pm, Thursday and Friday at 8pm, Saturday at 2pm & 8pm and Sunday at 3pm (except Sunday, January 10 when curtain is 2pm).
FELA! Producer Jay-Z to Attend Opening Night Tonight; Smiths Back Out
by Aimee Savoth - Nov 23, 2009
Fela!, the new Broadway musical based on the life and music of African composer and performer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, officially opens tonight, November 23, minus a few high profile celebrity producers. It was planned for Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Jay-Z to all be in attendance for Fela!'s opening night, but due Smith's oldest son acquiring a sports related injury, the Smiths are no longer able to attend. Jay-Z will still be attending the opening night festivities including a red carpet appearance and the after party.
Jay-Z and Will & Jada Pinkett Smith Join FELA! Producing Team
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 16, 2009
Shawn 'Jay-Z' Carter and Will & Jada Pinkett Smith have enthusiastically joined the producing team of Fela!, the new Broadway musical based on the life and music of African composer and performer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, marking the first Broadway production that these entertainment icons have presented.
Shawn 'Jay-Z' Carter and Will & Jada Pinkett Smith Join FELA! Producing Team
by Robert Diamond - Nov 16, 2009
Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter and Will & Jada Pinkett Smith have enthusiastically joined the producing team of Fela!, the new Broadway musical based on the life and music of African composer and performer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, marking the first Broadway production that these entertainment icons have presented.
FELA! Arrives On Broadway At The Eugene O'Neill Theatre 10/19, Casting Complete
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2009
As previously announced, Fela!, the new musical based on the life and music of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, will arrive on Broadway at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre (230 West 49th Street) where performances will commence on Monday, October 19 with an official opening set for Monday, November 23.
Rush Tickets Available For FELA!, Policies Announced For Preview And Regular Run
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 16, 2009
The producers of Fela!, the new musical based on the life and music of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, have announced the policy for general rush tickets to this new musical which will begin performances at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre (230 West 49th Street) on Monday, October 19.
FELA! Arrives On Broadway At The Eugene O'Neill Theatre 10/19, Casting Complete
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 23, 2009
As previously announced, Fela!, the new musical based on the life and music of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, will arrive on Broadway at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre (230 West 49th Street) where performances will commence on Monday, October 19 with an official opening set for Monday, November 23.
WICKED Soars Back To San Diego's Civic Theatre 7/29 - 8/30
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2009
After breaking box office records and selling out in record time for a two-week engagement in 2006, WICKED, the smash-hit musical, returns to SAN DIEGO CIVIC THEATRE as a Broadway/San Diego - A Nederlander Presentation, playing Wednesday, JULY 29 through Sunday, AUGUST 30.
Photo Flash: WICKED Opens In San Diego At The Civic Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 31, 2009
After breaking box office records and selling out in record time for a two-week engagement in 2006, WICKED, the smash-hit musical, Opens Tonight July 30 at SAN DIEGO CIVIC THEATRE as a Broadway/San Diego - A Nederlander Presentation, playing through Sunday, August 30.
WICKED Soars Back To San Diego's Civic Theatre 7/29 - 8/30
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2009
After breaking box office records and selling out in record time for a two-week engagement in 2006, WICKED, the smash-hit musical, returns to SAN DIEGO CIVIC THEATRE as a Broadway/San Diego - A Nederlander Presentation, playing Wednesday, JULY 29 through Sunday, AUGUST 30.
WICKED Soars Back To San Diego's Civic Theatre 7/29 - 8/30
by Eddie Varley - Jul 27, 2009
After breaking box office records and selling out in record time for a two-week engagement in 2006, WICKED, the smash-hit musical, returns to SAN DIEGO CIVIC THEATRE as a Broadway/San Diego - A Nederlander Presentation, playing Wednesday, JULY 29 through Sunday, AUGUST 30.
Tony Winner Victoria Clark to Appear in INNER VOICES
by BWW News Desk - Apr 17, 2008
PREMIERES, a not-for-profit musical theater development company, proudly announces the world premiere of INNER VOICES: SOLO MUSICALS, three new works created by and starring some of the industry's brightest talents.