FALSETTOS Extends At Third Street Theater Thru 11/13
by BWW
News Desk - Nov 13, 2011
Third Street Theatre has announced that its first production in L.A.'s newest 99-seat Equity Waiver house; their critically-acclaimed (LA Times CRITICS' CHOICE, LA Weekly GO!, Backstage CRITIC'S PICK, Ovation Recommended!) smash-hit production of the Tony award-winning musical FALSETTOS, with book by James Lapine and William Finn, music and lyrics by William Finn, choreography by John Todd, musical direction by Greg Nabours and directed by Richard Israel is EXTENDING AGAIN - through Sunday, November 13 at the THIRD STREET THEATRE, 8115 W. Third Street in West Hollywood!
FALSETTOS Extends At Third Street Theater Thru 11/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 18, 2011
Third Street Theatre has announced that its first production in L.A.'s newest 99-seat Equity Waiver house; their critically-acclaimed (LA Times CRITICS' CHOICE, LA Weekly GO!, Backstage CRITIC'S PICK, Ovation Recommended!) smash-hit production of the Tony award-winning musical FALSETTOS, with book by James Lapine and William Finn, music and lyrics by William Finn, choreography by John Todd, musical direction by Greg Nabours and directed by Richard Israel is EXTENDING AGAIN - through Sunday, November 13 at the THIRD STREET THEATRE, 8115 W. Third Street in West Hollywood!
Signature Theatre Presents A SECOND CHANCE 11/15-12/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 29, 2011
In a special limited engagement, Signature Theatre presents the world premiere musical A Second Chance, featuring a book, music, and lyrics by Ted Shen. Directed by Jonathan Butterell (Signature's Giant), A Second Chance fuses jazz and musical theater stylings, with musical direction by Zak Sandler.
Third Street Theater Presents FALSETTOS, Previews 9/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 2, 2011
Third Street Theatre has announced its first production in L.A.'s newest 99-seat Equity Waiver house; the Tony award-winning musical FALSETTOS, with book by James Lapine and William Finn, music and lyrics by William Finn, choreography by John Todd, musical direction by Greg Nabours and directed by Richard Israel.
Third Street Theater Presents FALSETTOS, Previews 9/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 22, 2011
Third Street Theatre has announced its first production in L.A.'s newest 99-seat Equity Waiver house; the Tony award-winning musical FALSETTOS, with book by James Lapine and William Finn, music and lyrics by William Finn, choreography by John Todd, musical direction by Greg Nabours and directed by Richard Israel.
Jekyll & Hyde Returns to Pittsburgh CLO
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 2, 2011
Audiences will be captivated by this heart-wrenching tale of good intentions gone awry in Pittsburgh CLO's production of Jekyll & Hyde, June 14-26 at the Benedum Center.
BWW Interviews: On The LINE: Donna Driver of Keeton Theatre's A CHORUS LINE
by Jeffrey Ellis - May 23, 2011
Director Kate Adams-Johnson, aka Nashville's busiest choreographer, is putting yet another cast through its paces in preparation for yet another opening night. Only this time, she's serious. Very serious. The show she's helming this time, you see, is every dancer's holy grail: A Chorus Line. In the cast, you'll find a blending of familiar faces and newcomers. During the run-up to the show's June 9 opening night, we'll introduce you to Kate's cast - and, as you'll see, some of them have much to learn about being interviewed by 'Nashville's favorite theater critic.' Next up is Donna 'The Pride of Irvine' Driver...obviously, this ain't her first time at the rodeo...
HAVING IT ALL Extends At NoHo Arts Center Thru 5/29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 6, 2011
David Elzer &Peter Schneider, producers of the smash-hit, award-winning productions of The Marvelous Wonderettes and Life Could Be A Dream, are thrilled to announce that their critically-acclaimed, smash-hit, Ovation Recommended, world premiere original musical, HAVING IT ALL, music by John Kavanaugh, book by David Goldsmith & Wendy Perelman, lyrics by David Goldsmith, conceived by Wendy Perelman, with musical direction by Greg Nabours and directed by Richard Israel is EXTENDING through Sunday, May 29 at the NoHo Arts Center, 11136 Magnolia Blvd. (at Lankershim) in North Hollywood.
ROCK OF AGES Hanggi Helms AND THE CURTAIN RISES at Signature Theatre; Begins 3/17
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 28, 2011
Virginia's Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre, through its groundbreaking American Musical Voices Project (AMVP), announces the world premiere of the musical comedy And the Curtain Rises (formerly known as Wheatley's Folly). Beginning performances on Thursday, March 17, 2011, And the Curtain Rises marks the third production presented as part of Signature's AMVP, the largest commissioning program for new musicals in the country, following Michael John LaChiusa's Giant in 2009 and Ricky Ian Gordon's Sycamore Trees last year. The Washington Post has said that 'Signature's AMVP is the most ambitious embrace of new musical theater in the DC region.'
Carol Channing Talks Betty Garrett
by Robert Diamond - Feb 13, 2011
A little know fact is that Carol Channing was Betty's roommate in the early days of their careers, before either of them became successful. About Betty's death, Carol had this to say 'No one could have had a dearer sweeter more unselfish roommate than Betty Garrett. To save me after I was fired from the Borstht Circuit (Camp Cataminm), she kept encouraging me. She was gorgeously talented and funny herself. My deep gratitude goes with her.'
Broadway Star Betty Garrett Dies at 91
by Lauren Wolman - Feb 13, 2011
Broadway star Betty Garrett died in Los Angeles at the age of 91. Garrett died Saturday at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, most likely from an aortic aneurysm, according to her son Garrett Parks. Garrett was in good health and even taught her musical comedy class at Theater West on Wednesday night. Theater West is a non-profit organization which she helped found. Friday, she checked into the hospital with heart trouble and died the next morning, with her family at her side.
TPAC Announces 'An Evening With Liza Minnelli' 11/13
by BWW
News Desk - Nov 13, 2010
The Tennessee Performing Arts Center announces an evening with the legendary Liza Minnelli in Andrew Jackson Hall on November 13, 2010, at 8 pm. A highlight of TPAC's 30th anniversary celebration and a rare Nashville appearance, Liza will sing sensational American standards in a glamorous and intimate concert.
TPAC's 'An Evening With Liza Minnelli' Tickets Go On Sale, 7/23
by BWW News Desk - Jul 23, 2010
The Tennessee Performing Arts Center announces an evening with the legendary Liza Minnelli in Andrew Jackson Hall on November 13, 2010, at 8 pm. A highlight of TPAC's 30th anniversary celebration and a rare Nashville appearance, Liza will sing sensational American standards in a glamorous and intimate concert.
Liza Minnelli Performs at the Paramount in Asbury Park, 6/18
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 18, 2010
The Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park, New Jersey has announced an evening with the legendary Liza Minnelli on June 18, 2010. Performing in a benefit for the Boys and Girls Club of Monmouth County, Liza will sing sensational American standards in a glamorous and intimate concert.
Liza Minnelli Performs at the Paramount in Asbury Park, 6/18
by Jeff Dennhardt - Apr 24, 2010
The Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park, New Jersey has announced an evening with the legendary Liza Minnelli on June 18, 2010. Performing in a benefit for the Boys and Girls Club of Monmouth County, Liza will sing sensational American standards in a glamorous and intimate concert.
TPAC Announces 'An Evening With Liza Minnelli' 11/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 19, 2010
The Tennessee Performing Arts Center announces an evening with the legendary Liza Minnelli in Andrew Jackson Hall on November 13, 2010, at 8 pm. A highlight of TPAC's 30th anniversary celebration and a rare Nashville appearance, Liza will sing sensational American standards in a glamorous and intimate concert.