PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT, WICKED and More Set for Broadway San Jose's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Apr 23, 2013
Broadway San Jose, a partnership between the Nederlander organization of New York and Team San Jose, announced the six shows in its 2013-14 Season today at an event attended by approximately 500 Subscribers and community leaders at the San Jose Center for Performing Arts in downtown San Jose. Headlining the Broadway San Jose season will be a three-week run of WICKED, the Tony Award winning musical that maintains its position as the top selling musical on Broadway, nine years after its premiere.
Glenn Casale Directs La Mirada Theatre and McCoy Rigby's New Revival of SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, Now thru 5/5
by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2013
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment present an all-new revival of one of the greatest musicals of all time, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, book by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay, lyrics, music and new songs by Johnny Mercer, Gene De Paul, Al Kasha and Joel Hirschhorn, based on the MGM Film 'The Sobbin' Women' by Stephen Vincent Benet, originally directed for Broadway by Lawrence Kasha and originally produced on Broadway by Kaslan Productions, Inc., SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS will feature musical direction by Dennis Castellano, choreography by Patti Colombo and will be directed by Glenn Casale.
Glenn Casale to Direct La Mirada Theatre and McCoy Rigby's New Revival of SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, 4/12-5/5
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2013
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and McCoy Rigby Entertainment present an all-new revival of one of the greatest musicals of all time, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, book by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay, lyrics, music and new songs by Johnny Mercer, Gene De Paul, Al Kasha and Joel Hirschhorn, based on the MGM Film 'The Sobbin' Women' by Stephen Vincent Benet, originally directed for Broadway by Lawrence Kasha and originally produced on Broadway by Kaslan Productions, Inc., SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS will feature musical direction by Dennis Castellano, choreography by Patti Colombo and will be directed by Glenn Casale.
EAST WEST PLAYERS Announces a Multicultural Cast for CHESS
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 19, 2013
East West Players (EWP), the nation's largest producing organization of Asian American artistic work and the longest-running professional theatre of color in the country, concludes its 47th Anniversary Season, themed Spirited Away, with the musical CHESS, book by Richard Nelson, lyrics by Sir Tim Rice (Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Aida), and composed by Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson (ABBA, Mamma Mia!). CHESS will be directed by Tim Dang, musical direction by Marc Macalintal and choreographed by Marc Oka.
PETER PAN Comes to Austin, 3/26-31
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 13, 2013
Audiences are invited to discover the magic of the two-time Emmy Award-winning and two-time Tony Award-nominated production: Cathy Rigby is PETER PAN! Families and fans have their chance to 'fly' into Bass Performance Hall for this magical production March 26-31. Tickets start at $38.50 and are on sale NOW!
Kneehigh Returns to St. Ann's Warehouse with THE WILD BRIDE, Now thru 3/17
by BWW News Desk - Feb 23, 2013
St. Ann's Warehouse welcomes back Kneehigh and director Emma Rice for the New York premiere of The Wild Bride. In this adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale 'The Girl Without Hands,' narrated by Satan himself, a father accidentally sells his daughter to the Devil. When our heroine cleverly escapes, a lyrical love story laced with devilish humor unfolds. The production features a bluegrass score by longtime Kneehigh composer Stu Barker, performed by live musicians and the cast.
Pace University Presents NYC Debut of Motionhouse's SCATTERED, 2/12-13
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2013
After four highly successful tours to venues across the United Kingdom plus performances in Macau, Romania, Belgium and Portugal, the critically acclaimed dance-theatre company Motionhouse comes to North America for the first time with Scattered at the Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts in New York City.
PETER PAN Opens Tonight at the Cadillac Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jan 30, 2013
Broadway In Chicago presents two-time Tony Award nominated production Cathy Rigby is PETER PAN! Families and fans have their chance to 'fly' into the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 West Randolph St.) for this magical production running tonight, Jan. 30 - Feb. 10, 2013.
Kneehigh to Return to St. Ann's Warehouse with THE WILD BRIDE, 2/23-3/17
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2013
St. Ann's Warehouse welcomes back Kneehigh and director Emma Rice for the New York premiere of The Wild Bride. In this adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale 'The Girl Without Hands,' narrated by Satan himself, a father accidentally sells his daughter to the Devil. When our heroine cleverly escapes, a lyrical love story laced with devilish humor unfolds. The production features a bluegrass score by longtime Kneehigh composer Stu Barker, performed by live musicians and the cast.
Pace University to Present NYC Debut of Motionhouse's SCATTERED, 2/12-13
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2013
After four highly successful tours to venues across the United Kingdom plus performances in Macau, Romania, Belgium and Portugal, the critically acclaimed dance-theatre company Motionhouse comes to North America for the first time with Scattered at the Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts in New York City.
BOEING BOEING Plays La Mirada Theatre, Now thru 2/10
by BWW News Desk - Jan 18, 2013
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment will present the Tony Award-winning (2008 Best Play Revival), hilarious, sexy, non-stop comedy, BOEING-BOEING, written by Marc Camoletti, translated by Beverley Cross & Francis Evans and directed by Jeff Maynard. BOEING-BOEING will preview tonight, January 18, 2013 (with a press opening on Saturday, January 19) and runs through Sunday, February 10, 2013 at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd in La Mirada.
CATHY RIGBY'S PETER PAN Comes to Boston, 4/23-28
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 15, 2013
Audiences are invited to discover the magic of the two-time Emmy Award winning and two-time Tony Award nominated production:Cathy Rigby is PETER PAN! Families and fans have their chance to 'fly' into the Citi Performing Arts Center Wang Theatre for this magical production running Tuesday, April 23 through Sunday, April 28 (press opening Wednesday, April 24 at 7:00 pm). Tickets are now on sale.
BOEING BOEING to Play La Mirada Theatre, 1/18-2/10
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2013
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment will present the Tony Award-winning (2008 Best Play Revival), hilarious, sexy, non-stop comedy, BOEING-BOEING, written by Marc Camoletti, translated by Beverley Cross & Francis Evans and directed by Jeff Maynard. BOEING-BOEING will preview on Friday, January 18, 2013 (with a press opening on Saturday, January 19) and runs through Sunday, February 10, 2013 at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd in La Mirada.
PETER PAN, Starring Cathy Rigby, Soars Into Community Center Theater Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2012
Audiences are invited to discover the magic of the two-time Emmy Award winning and two-time Tony Award nominated production: Cathy Rigby is PETER PAN! A perfect holiday experience for the entire family, this magical show comes to Community Center Theater tonight, Dec. 26 - 30, 2012 as part of the Broadway Sacramento season.
Farah Alvin, Tituss Burgess and More Star in New Musical A WIND IN THE WILLOWS CHRISTMAS at Two River Theater, Now thru 12/30
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2012
Two River Theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director John Dias and Managing Director Michael Hurst, announces the full cast and community events for A Wind in the Willows Christmas, a new musical inspired by Kenneth Grahame's children's classic, written by composer Mike Reid, lyricist Sarah Schlesinger, and bookwriter Mindi Dickstein. The world-premiere production is directed by Amanda Dehnert, with music direction by James Sampliner.
STAGE TUBE: Yale Rep's DEAR ELIZABETH - Backstage and Highlights!
by Stage Tube - Dec 6, 2012
Yale Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Sarah Ruhl's DEAR ELIZABETH, a play in letters from Elizabeth Bishop to Robert Lowell and back again, directed by Les Waters, at Yale Repertory Theatre (1120 Chapel Street), November 30-December 22. Opening Night is tonight, December 6. The cast of DEAR ELIZABETH is Mary Beth Fisher and Jefferson Mays. Click below to go backstage with the stars, plus watch highlights from the show!
Photo Flash: First Look at Mary Beth Fisher and Jefferson Mays in Sarah Ruhl's DEAR ELIZABETH at Yale Rep
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2012
Yale Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Sarah Ruhl's DEAR ELIZABETH, a play in letters from Elizabeth Bishop to Robert Lowell and back again, directed by Les Waters, at Yale Repertory Theatre (1120 Chapel Street), November 30-December 22. Opening Night is tonight, December 6. The cast of DEAR ELIZABETH is Mary Beth Fisher and Jefferson Mays. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the pair onstage in the photos below!
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for December 5th, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson - Dec 5, 2012
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Musicals starring The Grinch and Rudolph, four more musicals based on Dickens (including the indie film 'Scrooge And Marley'), 'The Nutcracker,' dueling musical improv troupes and more!
PETER PAN, Starring Cathy Rigby, Soars into Community Center Theater, 12/26
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2012
Audiences are invited to discover the magic of the two-time Emmy Award winning and two-time Tony Award nominated production: Cathy Rigby is PETER PAN! A perfect holiday experience for the entire family, this magical show comes to Community Center Theater Dec. 26 - 30, 2012 as part of the Broadway Sacramento season.
Cathy Rigby Stars in PETER PAN at the Majestic, Now thru 12/9
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2012
Audiences are invited to discover the magic of the two-time Emmy Award winning and two-time Tony Award nominated production: Cathy Rigby is PETER PAN! Families and fans have their chance to 'fly' into the Majestic Theatre for this magical production for eight performances tonight, December 4-9.
Tickets on Sale Today for PETER PAN at the Cadillac Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2012
Broadway In Chicago has announced single tickets for the two-time Emmy Award winning and two-time Tony Award nominated production Cathy Rigby is PETER PAN! go on sale to the public today, Nov. 30, 2012 at 10 a.m. Families and fans have their chance to 'fly' into the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 West Randolph St.) for this magical production running Jan. 30 - Feb. 10, 2013.
Farah Alvin, Tituss Burgess and More Star in New Musical A WIND IN THE WILLOWS CHRISTMAS at Two River Theater, 12/8-30
by BWW News Desk - Nov 20, 2012
Two River Theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director John Dias and Managing Director Michael Hurst, announces the full cast and community events for A Wind in the Willows Christmas, a new musical inspired by Kenneth Grahame's children's classic, written by composer Mike Reid, lyricist Sarah Schlesinger, and bookwriter Mindi Dickstein. The world-premiere production is directed by Amanda Dehnert, with music direction by James Sampliner.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Plays 5th Avenue Theatre for Halloween, Now thru 11/11
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2012
Just in time for Halloween, the first national tour of the new musical The Addams Family, will make its Seattle premiere tonight, October 24-November 11, 2012 at The 5th Avenue Theatre. Based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, this smash Broadway hit brings the darkly delirious world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley and, of course, Lurch to spooky and spectacular life.