The National Tour of HAIR Will Perform at the Marcus Center in Milwaukee 2/22-2/27
by Erica Anker - Nov 23, 2010
The producers of the Public Theater's Tony Award-winning production of HAIR: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical are pleased to announce casting for the National Tour, which is coming to the Marcus Center on February 22 and runs through February 27, 2011. This Milwaukee engagement is presented by Broadway Across America-Milwaukee and the Marcus Center as part of the Time Warner Cable Broadway at the Marcus Center Series. Tickets go on sale at NOON on Sunday, December 5, 2010.
Review Roundup: BELLS ARE RINGING
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 19, 2010
Encores! presents Bells Are Ringing through November 20 at New York City Center. Bells Are Ringing is directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall with music direction by Rob Berman, has music by Jule Styne and book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, and stars Kelli O'Hara and Will Chase.
McCartney, MacLaughlin Set For PHANTOM
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 18, 2010
Principal cast changes have been announced for the Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, the longest-running show in Broadway history.
Ellen to Host CHRISTMAS IN WASHINGTON Special, 12/17
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 11, 2010
Mariah Carey, Miranda Cosgrove, Annie Lennox, Maxwell and Matthew Morrison are scheduled to join host Ellen DeGeneres as TNT rings in the holidays with its annual presentation of CHRISTMAS IN WASHINGTON. This year's spectacular holiday presentation will premiere Friday, Dec. 17, at 8 p.m. (ET/PT).
SOUTH PACIFIC Revival to Debut at Aronoff Center, 9/21-10/3
by BWW
News Desk - Oct 3, 2010
Lincoln Center Theater, in association with Bob Boyett and NETworks Presentations, presents a new production of Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein's Pulitzer Prize-winning musical SOUTH PACIFIC, directed by Bartlett Sher. Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC makes its Cincinnati debut at the Aronoff Center, playing September 21- October 3, 2010 as part of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway Across America 10/11 Season Presentation. For more information on the production, please visit www.SouthPacificOnTour.com.
Sheik, Burkhardt et al. Set for HAIR Tour; Full Cast Announced!
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 30, 2010
The producers of the Public Theater's Tony Award-winning production of HAIR: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical are pleased to announce casting for the National Tour, which will come to Chicago's Oriental Theatre for a limited, two-week engagement March 9 - 20, 2011.
Oskar Eustis, Artistic Director of the Public Theater, commented, 'The National Tribe of Hair are the most beautiful beasts in the forest, an amazingly talented group who will be bringing HAIR'S message of peace and justice across the United States. Let the sun shine in!'
SOUTH PACIFIC Revival to Debut at Aronoff Center, 9/21-10/3
by BWW
News Desk - Sep 21, 2010
Lincoln Center Theater, in association with Bob Boyett and NETworks Presentations, presents a new production of Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein's Pulitzer Prize-winning musical SOUTH PACIFIC, directed by Bartlett Sher. Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC makes its Cincinnati debut at the Aronoff Center, playing September 21- October 3, 2010 as part of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway Across America 10/11 Season Presentation. For more information on the production, please visit www.SouthPacificOnTour.com.
Lucas' KING KONG Musical Sets Sights on Broadway
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 16, 2010
Carmen Pavlovic, C.E.O. of Global Creatures, the company behind the phenomenal world-wide success, Walking with Dinosaurs - the Arena Spectacular, has announced that a creative team has been assembled and work has begun on KING KONG - Live on Stage, an entirely new production conceived for the Broadway stage. KING KONG - Live on Stage is authorized by the estate of Merian C. Cooper (Creator of KING KONG and director of the 1933 film).
SOUTH PACIFIC Revival to Debut at Aronoff Center, 9/21-10/3
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 12, 2010
Lincoln Center Theater, in association with Bob Boyett and NETworks Presentations, presents a new production of Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein's Pulitzer Prize-winning musical SOUTH PACIFIC, directed by Bartlett Sher. Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC makes its Cincinnati debut at the Aronoff Center, playing September 21- October 3, 2010 as part of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway Across America 10/11 Season Presentation. For more information on the production, please visit www.SouthPacificOnTour.com.
North Coast Repertory Theatre's SPELLING BEE Ends
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2010
North Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to present The San Diego Premiere of a two-time Tony Award winning musical. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, directed by Rick Simas
Int'l Doc Association Presents 14th DocuWeeks Theatrical Doc Showcase, 7/30-8/19
by BWW News Desk - Jul 30, 2010
A moving history of one of the most harrowing and inspirational chapters of the Civil Rights movement, a behind the scenes look at the 1,400-year-old conflict between Islam and Christianity, an investigation of the unexplainable phenomenon of Colony Collapse Disorder, and a mash-up of 'Glee' and 'High School Musical' are all part of the wide-ranging lineup of films announced today for inclusion in the International Documentary Association's 14th Annual DocuWeeksTM Theatrical Documentary Showcase.
SOUTH PACIFIC Ends Run at Ahmanson Theatre, 7/17
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2010
Bob Boyett and NETworks Presentations announce casting for the national tour of the Lincoln Center Theater production of Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein's prize-winning musical 'South Pacific,' directed by Bartlett Sher, opening June 2 at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre and playing through July 17, 2010. Previews begin May 27.
Int'l Doc Association Announces Films For 14th DocuWeeks Theatrical Doc Showcase
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 13, 2010
A moving history of one of the most harrowing and inspirational chapters of the Civil Rights movement, a behind the scenes look at the 1,400-year-old conflict between Islam and Christianity, an investigation of the unexplainable phenomenon of Colony Collapse Disorder, and a mash-up of 'Glee' and 'High School Musical' are all part of the wide-ranging lineup of films announced today for inclusion in the International Documentary Association's 14th Annual DocuWeeksTM Theatrical Documentary Showcase.
North Coast Repertory Theatre Extends SPELLING BEE Prior To Opening 7/3-8/1
by BWW
News Desk - Jul 3, 2010
North Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to present The San Diego Premiere of a two-time Tony Award winning musical. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, directed by Rick Simas
North Coast Repertory Theatre Extends SPELLING BEE Prior To Opening 7/3-8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 22, 2010
North Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to present The San Diego Premiere of a two-time Tony Award winning musical. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, directed by Rick Simas
MISS SAIGON Closes at Pittsburgh CLO 6/20
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2010
Experience this unforgettable story of love and loss when Pittsburgh CLO presents the epic musical Miss Saigon, June 8- 20 at the Benedum Center in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. One of the most stunning Broadway productions of all time, Miss Saigon is a raw and uncompromising tale that has captivated audiences around the world.