Michael Kahn Helms Signature Theatre's PRIDE IN THE FALLS OF AUTREY MILL World Premiere, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2013
Signature Theatre has announced the pairing of one of the theatre's most celebrated friends with the upcoming 2013/14 season's newest play. Shakespeare Theatre Company Artistic Director Michael Kahn returns to Signature this fall for the first time in nearly twenty years to direct the world premiere of Pride in the Falls of Autrey Mill, the new play by Paul Downs Colaizzo.
Jack Jones to Play Hotel Nikko San Francisco, 9/19-21
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 14, 2013
Hotel Nikko San Francisco and Michael Feinstein are thrilled to welcome two-time Grammy Award winner Jack Jonesto Feinstein's at the Nikko for three performances only - Thursday, September 19 (8 p.m.), Friday, September 20 (8 p.m.) and Saturday, September 21 (7 p.m.).
NAMT Announces 25th Annual Festival of New Musicals, 10/17-18
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 1, 2013
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre (NAMT) announced on June 28 the nine musicals selected to be part of the 25th Annual Festival of New Musicals on Thursday, October 17 and Friday, October 18 at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street).
Film Society of Lincoln Center Honors Jackie Chan Tonight
by Movies News Desk - Jun 10, 2013
The Film Society of Lincoln Center and New York Asian Film Festival present a rare series of appearances by international film icon, Jackie Chan tonight, June 10 and the 11th, followed by the largest retrospective of his films ever held in North America (June 23-27).
Riverdale Rising Stars' MID-LIFE 2: THE CRISIS CONTINUES Premieres Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013
The Riverdale Rising Stars will present the first public performances of the new musical revue, MID-LIFE 2! (The Crisis Continues). Written by brothers Bob and Jim Walton, the show will be presented as a staged reading starring Broadway guest performers tonight, Wednesday, May 22, and tomorrow night, Thursday, May 23 at 7:30pm.
Riverdale Rising Stars Host Reading of MID-LIFE 2! (THE CRISIS CONTINUES) Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013
The Riverdale Rising Stars presents the first public performances of the new musical revue MID-LIFE 2! (The Crisis Continues). Written by brothers Bob and Jim Walton, the show will be presented as a staged reading starring Broadway guest performers tonight, May 22 and Thursday, May 23 at 7:30pm.
Matthew Scott and More Star in COMPANY at Signature Theatre, Now thru 6/30
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2013
Phone rings. Door chimes. In comes Company, one of legendary composer Stephen Sondheim's most beloved musicals, produced at Signature Theatre for the first time in twenty years and directed by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer. The cast of fourteen, led by Matthew Scott (First You Dream: The Music of Kander & Ebb; Side By Side By Sondheim) in the role of Bobby, features many of Signature's most well-known stars in an enchanting, deeply funny exploration of love and marriage.
BWW Highlights: A Celebration of the Life of Kevin Gray
by Pati Buehler - May 16, 2013
'He simply couldn't live without it. He breathed it like air. 'He was fearless, full in and flat out'. He devoured the stage ravenously,' Furthermore Kevin Gray's addiction to his passion for theater was contagious as he shared his enormous talent and energy with so many.
Photo Coverage: Lloyd Webber Unveils Drury Lane Restoration
by Carrie Dunn - May 15, 2013
On the 350th anniversary of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, Lord Lloyd Webber and The Really Useful Theatres Group are delighted to announce the stunning restoration of the Rotunda, Royal Staircases and Grand Saloon.
Film Society of Lincoln Center to Honor Jackie Chan, 6/10 & 11
by Caryn Robbins - May 13, 2013
The Film Society of Lincoln Center and New York Asian Film Festival announced the details today for a rare series of appearances by international film icon, Jackie Chan on June 10 and 11, followed by the largest retrospective of his films ever held in North America (June 23-27).
Jill Larson Hosts Urban Stages' 2013 Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2013
Hosted by two-time Emmy nominee Jill Larson, Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founder/ Artistic Director) and the Urban Stages Board, will honor the tireless work of the Urban Stages' Teaching Artist and their campers as they create the next generation of theatre professionals. Honorees include: Tim Connell, Cordis. Heard, Laura Lindsey, Heather Nielsen , Liz Parker, Meghan Santelli, Kathryn Swanson and J Lyn Thomas, tonight, May 13, 2013 at the historic Central Park Boathouse beginning at 6PM.
The PhilHallmonics Present THE LUSTY MONTH OF MAY at Lincoln Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2013
Join us for The Lusty Month of May, a musical theater performance by The PhilHallmonics of songs celebrating the time reawakening of sex, love and desire at Lincoln Center's Bruno Walter Auditorium, 40 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY (at 65th Street and Amsterdam Avenue) tonight, May 13th, 2013 at 6:00 PM.
Jill Larson to Host Urban Stages' 2013 Gala, 5/13
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2013
Hosted by two-time Emmy nominee Jill Larson, Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founder/ Artistic Director) and the Urban Stages Board, will honor the tireless work of the Urban Stages' Teaching Artist and their campers as they create the next generation of theatre professionals. Honorees include: Tim Connell, Cordis. Heard, Laura Lindsey, Heather Nielsen , Liz Parker, Meghan Santelli, Kathryn Swanson and J Lyn Thomas, on May 13, 2013 at the historic Central Park Boathouse beginning at 6PM.
The PhilHallmonics to Present THE LUSTY MONTH OF MAY at Lincoln Center, 5/13
by BWW News Desk - May 7, 2013
Join us for The Lusty Month of May, a musical theater performance by The PhilHallmonics of songs celebrating the time reawakening of sex, love and desire at Lincoln Center's Bruno Walter Auditorium, 40 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY (at 65th Street and Amsterdam Avenue) onMonday, May 13th, 2013 at 6:00 PM.
Matthew Scott and More to Star in COMPANY at Signature Theatre, 5/21-6/30
by BWW News Desk - Apr 29, 2013
Phone rings. Door chimes. In comes Company, one of legendary composer Stephen Sondheim's most beloved musicals, produced at Signature Theatre for the first time in twenty years and directed by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer. The cast of fourteen, led by Matthew Scott (First You Dream: The Music of Kander & Ebb; Side By Side By Sondheim) in the role of Bobby, features many of Signature's most well-known stars in an enchanting, deeply funny exploration of love and marriage.
Michael Kahn to Helm Signature Theatre's PRIDE IN THE FALLS OF AUTREY MILL World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - Apr 17, 2013
Signature Theatre has announced the pairing of one of the theatre's most celebrated friends with the upcoming 2013/14 season's newest play. Shakespeare Theatre Company Artistic Director Michael Kahn returns to Signature this fall for the first time in nearly twenty years to direct the world premiere of Pride in the Falls of Autrey Mill, the new play by Paul Downs Colaizzo.
BEST OF WARNER BROS. 20 FILM COLLECTIONS: MUSICALS Set for Release Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2013
Warner Home Video will release two new DVD box sets early in the first quarter as part of their 90th Anniversary initiative running throughout 2013: The Best of Warner Bros. 20 Film Collections: Best Pictures (January 29) and The Best of Warner Bros. 20 Film Collections: Musicals (today, February 12).
BEST OF WARNER BROS. 20 FILM COLLECTIONS: MUSICALS Set for Release Feb 12
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2013
Warner Home Video will release two new DVD box sets early in the first quarter as part of their 90th Anniversary initiative running throughout 2013: The Best of Warner Bros. 20 Film Collections: Best Pictures (January 29) and The Best of Warner Bros. 20 Film Collections: Musicals (February 12).
WICKED Breaks Record to Become Highest Grossing Production in Nine Consecutive Years
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 3, 2013
The blockbuster musical WICKED has achieved an unprecedented Broadway milestone as it enters its 10th Anniversary year, becoming the first Broadway musical ever to remain the highest grossing production for a record-breaking nine consecutive years. Since opening in 2004, its first full year at the Gershwin Theatre, WICKED has remained at the top of the Broadway grosses.
WICKED Goes On Sale Today in Orlando
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2012
Broadway's biggest blockbuster, WICKED, will return to the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre February 20 - March 10, 2013. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale today, November 30 at 10 a.m.
WICKED Goes On Sale 11/30 in Orlando
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 9, 2012
Broadway's biggest blockbuster, WICKED, will return to the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre February 20 - March 10, 2013. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, November 30 at 10 a.m.