Hairspray

BWW INTERVIEWS: HAIRSPRAY London's New Edna PHILL JUPITUS

UK editor in chief Carrie Dunn talks to the stand-up comedian and star of Never Mind The Buzzcocks about the challenges of musical theatre... (more...)

Photo Flash: BYE BYE BIRDIE'S Bill Irwin and Allie Trimm Inspire the Students of Broadway Artists Alliance

Tony Award winner Bill Irwin (Bye Bye Birdie, Who’s Afraid of the Virginia Wolf) and Allie Trimm (Bye Bye Birdie, 13!) spent Sunday, November 15 mentoring the young talent of Broadway's future as they led the morning portion of a Bye Bye Birdie-themed master class with Broadway Artists Alliance. (more...)

Photo Flash: Industry Reading of THE JERUSALEM SYNDROME, 11/16

A by-invitation-only industry reading of the new musical comedy The Jerusalem Syndrome was held on November 16 at the TBG Theatre in Manhattan, and another performance will be held this Thursday, November 19 at 4PM. (more...)

BWW TV: John Tartaglia's IMAGINOCEAN! Video Blogs - The New Theatre!

John Tartaglia's IMAGINOCEAN!, a new family musical set in the depths of the ocean, will debut November 20, 2009 on Royal Caribbean's newest and most revolutionary cruise ship, Oasis of the Seas. (more...)

BWW TV: John Tartaglia's IMAGINOCEAN! Video Blogs - Part. 1

John Tartaglia, Philip Katz of Broadway Theatrical and veteran musical theatre performer, Michael Shawn Lewis have teamed up to bring this innovative black light musical production to life on the high seas. BWW TV is excited to bring you John's IMAGINOCEAN! journey via his personal video blogs, today we bring you the very first entry. Get set to enjoy the "ride" and venture on this very creative trip! (more...)

Harvey Fierstein to Replace Topol in North American Tour of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

Launching a new "tradition" Harvey Fierstein replaces Topol in the North American tour of the TONY award winning musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Chaim Topol, regrettably informed the show's producers he would have to leave the production due to a shoulder injury requiring emergency long-term treatment. (more...)

Photo Flash: APRIL NIXON IS REBORN at The Triad

The Triad hosted APRIL NIXON IS REBORN on Monday night, November 2nd at 7pm. She will reappear for a second show Sunday, December 13th at 9:30pm – on Lee Summers’ JUST A PIANO Concert Series. (more...)

Brooklyn Center For The Performing Arts Presents THE COLONIAL NUTCRACKER 12/13

Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College continues its 2009-2010 Target FamilyFun series with its annual holiday presentation of Dance Theatre in Westchester's The Colonial Nutcracker on Sunday, December 13, 2009 at 2pm. (more...)

BWW GYPSY OF THE MONTH: MEMPHIS' Tracee Beazer

Back on Broadway after performing regionally and on tour, Tracee's hoping to transition into principal roles. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: 'BROADWAY WISHES' Benefit Highlights

On Saturday, October 24, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Orange County and the Inland Empire, a non-profit organization dedicated to granting the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions, threw a star-studded benefit concert that showcased unforgettable performances by some of the hottest talents on Broadway. The concert, BROADWAY WISHES, took place at the beautiful OC Pavilion Performing Arts Theater located in Santa Ana,CA. (more...)

Review - Memphis

Michael Dale's review of Memphis, the new Broadway musical. The verdict is positive: Memphis is bursting with gutsy story-telling, convincing performances and exhilarating moments that more than make up for a bit of predictability. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Matthew Morrison Talks GLEE to ELLE!

GLEE star and BWW favorite Matthew Morrison talks to Elle's Joe Zee about a number of subjects including the show and his upcoming solo CD. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Aaron Tveit Guests on CW's 'Gossip Girl' - Preview Promo

Aaron Tveit is reprising his Gossip Girl role as Nate's wealthy cousin, Tripp Vanderbilt, this November for at least six episodes. The politically minded Tripp will announce that he's running for office and Nate will get involved with his campaign. "Gossip Girl" airs at 8:00p.m. on The CW (channel 11 in NYC). (more...)

Photo Coverage: 2009 'BROADWAY WISHES' Benefit Concert in O.C.

On Saturday, October 24, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Orange County and the Inland Empire, a non-profit organization dedicated to granting the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions, threw a star-studded benefit concert that showcased unforgettable performances by some of the hottest talents on Broadway. The concert, BROADWAY WISHES, took place at the beautiful OC Pavilion Performing Arts Theater located in Santa Ana,CA. (more...)

Photo Coverage: 2009 'BROADWAY WISHES' Benefit Concert After-Party

On Saturday, October 24, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Orange County and the Inland Empire, a non-profit organization dedicated to granting the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions, threw a star-studded benefit concert that showcased unforgettable performances by some of the hottest talents on Broadway. The concert, BROADWAY WISHES, took place at the beautiful OC Pavilion Performing Arts Theater located in Santa Ana,CA. (more...)

Ken Fallin Illustrates Special: Happy Birthday Marc Shaiman!

Multi award-winning music master Marc Shaiman celebrates a very special event last Thursday, October 22nd...his 50th birthday! This Saturday, the Hairspray mastermind and Tony and Grammy winner celebrated in style with a large birthday bash. (more...)

PROMISES, PROMISES with Hayes & Chenoweth to Play Bway Theatre; Previews 3/28, Opens 4/25

Broadway Across America (John Gore, Thomas B. McGrath, Beth Williams), Craig Zadan, Neil Meron, Candy Spelling and The Weinstein Company will present the first-ever Broadway revival of PROMISES, PROMISES this spring at the Broadway Theater (1681 Broadway). Previews will begin on Sunday, March 28th, 2010 with an opening night slated for Sunday, April 25th, 2010. The musical is written by legends Neil Simon (book), Burt Bacharach (music), and Hal David (lyrics). Emmy Award winner Sean Hayes will make his Broadway debut starring in the role of Chuck Baxter opposite Tony and Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth, returning to Broadway as Fran Kubelik. Tony and Emmy Award winner Rob Ashford will also make his Broadway directorial debut and choreograph. More casting and creative team members will be announced in the near future. (more...)

BWW TV: He's Timeless To Us - Happy Birthday Marc Shaiman!

Multi award-winning music master Marc Shaiman celebrates a very special event today, October 22nd...his 50th birthday! All of us here at BWW send our very best birthday greetings to our friend and legendary talent and hope he has a wonderful day celebrating with family and friends! (more...)

STAGE TUBE: LIZA'S AT THE PALACE...! DVD Sneak Peek

LIZA'S AT THE PALACE was filmed in the Hollywood Theatre at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on Wednesday, September 30 and Thursday, October 1, 2009 and will be released on DVD in early 2010 by MPI Home Video. (more...)

Adam Shankman to Direct and Choreograph Big Screen 'Movie Star' Filled ROCK OF AGES

Variety reports that film director and choreographer Adam Shankman will both helm and choreograph a film adaptation of Broadway musical ROCK OF AGES for New Line Cinema. (more...)