Review - Hairspray: Arrangement In Black And White
by Ben Peltz - September 30, 2010
Castro's invading, integration is the new frontier and you have to be much larger than a size 6 to be considered plus-size. Welcome to the '60s and welcome to Paper Mill's big, bubbly and thoroughly loveable production of Hairspray.
HAIRSPRAY Dances Final 'Beat' Today Jan. 4th
by Eddie Varley - January 4, 2009
On January 4th 2009, after over 2,641 performances, the curtain will fall at the Neil Simon Theater on the final performance of Broadway's 2003 Tony Award? musical HAIRSPRAY starring original cast members Harvey Fierstein and Marissa Jaret Winokur.
Photo Coverage: Marissa Jaret Winokur Returns to HAIRSPRAY!
by Peter James Zielinski - December 11, 2008
Marrisa Jaret Winokur returned to her Tony Award-winning performance as Tracy Turnbladon Tuesday, December 9th. She will play Tracy straight through to the final performance on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at Broadway's Neil SimonTheatre.
Marissa Jaret Winokur Rejoins HAIRSPRAY Tonight, 12/9
by Eddie Varley - December 9, 2008
Marissa Jaret Winokur will reprise her Tony Award-winning performance as Tracy Turnblad when she rejoins the cast tonight Tuesday, December 9 through the final performance Sunday, January 4, 2009 at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre.
'HAIRSPRAY' Hits 2 Million Dollar Mark For BC/EFA
by Eddie Varley - December 8, 2008
The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning musical Hairspray, and its star, Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein, have passed the $2,000,000 mark in total dollars they have raised for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, the nation's leading industry-based, not-for-profit AIDS fundraising and grant making organization.
Family Reunion: Marissa Jaret Winokur Rejoins HAIRSPRAY Dec. 9
by Robert Diamond - November 18, 2008
The producers of the hit Broadway musical Hairspray have announced that Marissa Jaret Winokur will reprise her Tony Award-winning performance as Tracy Turnblad when she rejoins the cast Tuesday, December 9 through the final performance Sunday, January 4, 2009 at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre.
Photo Coverage: HAIRSPRAY Welcomes Back Harvey!
by Peter James Zielinski - November 12, 2008
Harvey Fierstein returned to his Tony-winning role as the greatest Broadway mother of them all, Edna Turnblad in Hairspray on Tuesday, November 11th. BroadwayWorld was there to cheer our favorite 'Mama' on as he celebrated becoming a 'Hairhopper' again!
Photo Coverage: 'The Broadway Workshop' with HAIRSPRAY Film Star Nikki Blonsky!
by Pablo Pimienta - November 3, 2008
The Broadway Workshop, Manhattan's fastest growing acting program for young artists, teamed up with Golden Globe nominated TV and movie star Nikki Blonsky, for its one day 'Hairspray' musical workshop. THE HAIRSPRAY WORKSHOP, took place on November 1, 2008 in New York City. This Workshop gave students the opportunity to work on every area of musical theater performance.
TV: Hairspray's Constantine Rousouli 'Flips' For BWW - PART II
by Craig Brockman - October 29, 2008
Constantine Rousouli is the dreamy new Link Larkin in Hairspray. BroadwayWorld gave Constantine a FLIP video camera and set those swinging hands and hips loose backstage before, during and after performances to show you how those 'Nicest Kids in Town' REALLY behave! You saw Part I, and now there is SOOOOO much more Hairspray FLIP fun in Part II!
'HAIRSPRAY' Closing in January; Fierstein to Return; Shaiman Comments
by Eddie Varley - October 2, 2008
All signs indicate that 'Hairspray' will end it's successful run on January 18th, 2009. Official word is expected at any moment, there is also a strong chance that Harvey Fierstein will return to his Tony Winning role of Edna Turnblad to help the show go out in style.
'Hairspray' Stars Perry and Rousouli Guest on SIRIUS 'Live on Broadway' 10/1
by Eddie Varley - September 30, 2008
Broadway fans are invited to SIRIUS Live on Broadway with host Seth Rudetsky at the Broadway Concierge & Ticket Center each Wednesday at 12 noon ET to watch interviews and performances with their favorite Broadway stars. Tomorrow, Wednesday October 1st, Seth welcomes Hairspray stars Constantine Rousouli and Marissa Perry live and in person at 12:00PM.
Photo Coverage Exclusive: Olympic Gold Medalist Liukin Visits 'Hairspray'
by Walter McBride - September 12, 2008
On Thursday, September 11th 2008 the cast of HAIRSPRAY had two very special guests: Olympic all-around gold medalist Nastia Liukin and Original and Final cast member of RENT, Gwen Stewart. BroadwayWorld.com's cameras were backstage to capture the moment.
Crossley, Loprest and Rousouli Join 'Hairspray' Cast
by Faetra Petillo - August 29, 2008
The producers of Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards® including Best Musical, have announced that Charlotte Crossley will take over the role of Motormouth Maybelle beginning Tuesday, September 2 at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre.