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Opened: November 12, 1978
Closing: December 10, 1978

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Elaine Paige Celebrates DVD Release at Dress Circle, 2/27
by Jeff Dennhardt - Feb 5, 2010


Elaine Paige will celebrate the release of her concert DVD with an appearance at Dress Circle in London. Paige will sign copies of her DVD for fans beginning at 1:30pm on February 27th. The DVD is from a concert stop on Paige's 40th Anniversary Tour. The concert, entitled 'Live in Australia,' was filmed during the New Zealand/Australian tour that took place earlier this year. This specific concert took place on October 31st, 2009.

ALL ABOUT ME Welcomes Butler, Capeless & Mateo to Cast
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 1, 2010


Dame Edna Everage and Michael Feinstein have welcomed Gregory Butler, Jodi Capeless, and Jon-Paul Mateo to their upcoming extravagant Broadway musical entertainment ALL ABOUT ME, directed by three time Tony Award-nominee Casey Nicholaw.

Engelbert Humperdinck Comes To The The Orleans Showroom
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 1, 2010


Grammy-nominated artist and international recording icon Engelbert Humperdinck brings his legacy of love, sensitive interpretation of lyrics and distinct charm to The Orleans Showroom stage March 5, 6 and 7.

The Rrazz Room Announces Concerts and Events for February
by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2010


The Rrazz Room has announced its lineup of Concerts and Events for February.

Frankie Valli and the Real Jersey Boys return to OCPAC Jan. 2, 2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2010


It's "Just to Good to be True!" Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons make a return visit to the Orange County Performing Arts Center on Saturday, January 2, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in Segerstrom Hall for an evening full of classic hits such as "My Eyes Adored You" and "December '63 (Oh, What a Night)." Valli's incredible career as a solo artist and with The Four Seasons has produced 19 Top 10 hits and sold more than 100 million records worldwide. He is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and was named longevity champ of the rock era by Billboard magazine.

Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Return to the OCPAC 1/2/2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2010


It's 'Just to Good to be True!' Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons make a return visit to the Orange County Performing Arts Center on Saturday, January 2, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in Segerstrom Hall for an evening full of classic hits such as 'My Eyes Adored You' and 'December '63 (Oh, What a Night).'

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).

Elaine Paige to Release DVD of 'Live in Australia' Concert in January 2010
by Jeff Dennhardt - Dec 9, 2009


A concert from the 40th Anniversary Tour of British theatre star Elaine Paige will be released on DVD in January of 2010. The concert, entitled 'Live in Australia,' was filmed during the New Zealand/Australian tour that took place earlier this year. This specific concert took place on October 31st, 2009.

Davre Koz And Freinds Returns To Columbus 12/6 At The Palace Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2009


Multi-Grammy Award nominee and pop instrumentalist/saxophonist extraordinaire Dave Koz returns to Columbus with his smooth jazz hits, holiday favorites, and a special reunion of the original tour lineup. Rick Braun, David Benoit, Brenda Russell, and Peter White, who recorded 'A Smooth Jazz Christmas by Dave Koz & Friends' in 2001, will perform hits from their respective catalogs and join together with Koz on a variety of holiday standards.

Disco Groove All-Stars Mark the Resurgence of Boogie Fever 12/5 At OCPAC
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2009


It's catching and it feels great - boogie fever! And bringing it to the Orange County Performing Arts Center's Segerstrom Hall audience on Saturday, December 5 at 7:30 p.m. will be the Disco Groove All-Stars, including the legendary Thelma Houston, Cheryl Lynn, Tavares, Maxine Nightingale and A Taste of Honey featuring Janice-Marie, all sharing one band for a seamless evening of top disco hits.

GREASE Starring IDOL Taylor Hicks to Hit the Marcus Center, 2/23-28, 2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 1, 2009


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award nominated musical GREASE, opens in Milwaukee on February 23-28 presented by Broadway Across America-Milwaukee and the Marcus Center as part of the Time Warner Cable Broadway at the Marcus Center Series. Tickets will go on sale at NOON on December 6.

GREASE Starring IDOL Taylor Hicks to Hit the Marcus Center, 2/23-28, 2010
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 30, 2009


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award nominated musical GREASE, opens in Milwaukee on February 23-28 presented by Broadway Across America-Milwaukee and the Marcus Center as part of the Time Warner Cable Broadway at the Marcus Center Series. Tickets will go on sale at NOON on December 6.

GREASE With Taylor Hicks and Lauren Ashley Zakrin Hits Ovens Auditorium 12/1 - 12/6
by Eddie Varley - Nov 27, 2009


The new Broadway production of the Tony Award nominated musical GREASETM, opens Tuesday (Dec. 1) in Charlotte at Ovens Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now at the Blumenthal box office, by phone at 704-372-1000 or online at BlumenthalCenter.org. Group orders for 20 or more may be placed by calling 704-379-1380.

Feinstein and Edna Open ALL ABOUT ME at New Henry Miller's Theatre, 3/18
by Aimee Savoth - Nov 23, 2009


As previously reported, Michael Feinstein and Dame Edna have decided to collaborate on their upcoming show efforts and will jointly star in All About Me. The New York Times has reported today that All About Me shall run at the Golden Theater. Previews will begin on February 19 with an official opening night of March 18.

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.

GREASE Returns To The Orpheum 11/18-22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 22, 2009


Grease, with platinum-selling recording artist and 'American Idol' winner Taylor Hicks appearing as 'Teen Angel' at select performances, returns by popular demand to Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre, Nov. 18-22, 2009.

GREASE With Taylor Hicks Returns to the Orpheum Theatre 11/18-22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 22, 2009


Grease, with platinum-selling recording artist and 'American Idol' winner Taylor Hicks appearing as 'Teen Angel' at select performances, returns by popular demand to Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre, Nov. 18-22, 2009.

GREASE Returns To The Orpheum 11/18-22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2009


Grease, with platinum-selling recording artist and 'American Idol' winner Taylor Hicks appearing as 'Teen Angel' at select performances, returns by popular demand to Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre, Nov. 18-22, 2009.

GREASE With Taylor Hicks Returns to the Orpheum Theatre 11/18-22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2009


Grease, with platinum-selling recording artist and 'American Idol' winner Taylor Hicks appearing as 'Teen Angel' at select performances, returns by popular demand to Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre, Nov. 18-22, 2009.

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.

Steve Miller Celebrates Their 30th Birthday 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2009


Steve Miller Band Peace Center Greenville, SC Saturday, November 14, 2009; 8:00pm $55, $65, $75, $85

Dame Edna and Michael Feinstein Will Team For Broadway's ALL ABOUT ME
by Eddie Varley - Nov 12, 2009


Shubert Organization Chairman Philip J. Smith and President Robert E. Wankel have intervened in the ever growing public feud between Michael Feinstein's All About Me and Dame Edna: It's All About Me.

Engelbert Humperdinck Comes To The State Theater In Easton 11/12
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2009


Singer extraordinaire Engelbert Humperdinck returns to the State Theatre in Easton on Thursday, November 12th at 8 PM .

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