Shaiman's 'PROP 8-THE MUSICAL' Wins GLAAD Award HonorsApril 21, 2009At its annual awards ceremony GLAAD recognized Prop 8: The Musical, a video created for FunnyorDie.com in response to the passage of Proposition 8, a California ballot initiative which eliminated the right to marry for same-sex couples. Directed by Adam Shankman and written by Marc Shaiman, the video received over one million hits on its first day online. During the show, Miss Coco Peru and the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles performed the song live onstage. Shankman accepted the award on behalf of the team of creators.
STAGE TUBE: The '[title of show]' Show - Epi. 12April 21, 2009For the debut of Stage Tube we put the spotlight on the talented gang of [title of show] as they began Season Two of their online series. We are excited to bring you the newest [title of show] Show!
'9 To 5' Star Megan Hilty Featured in NEXT MagApril 21, 20099 To 5: The Musical marks the Broadway debut of seven-time Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and musician Dolly Parton as composer and lyricist. Megan Hilty, who stars in the production as 'Doralee Rhodes', the role Ms. Parton made famous in the big screen version is featured in NEXT magazine. Hilty reveals her favorite NYC spot to grab a quick bite!
HAIR's Hollock Nabs 2009 'Broadway Beauty Pageant' CrownApril 21, 2009Anthony Hollock, Mr. Hair, was crowned Mr. Broadway 2009 at the 3rd annual Broadway Beauty Pageant held Monday evening at Symphony Space. The popular event is the annual benefit of New York's Ali Forney Center, which provides shelter for homeless LGBT youth in New York City.
Photo Flash: Las Vegas PEEP SHOW Opens at Planet Hollywood!April 20, 2009PEEPSHOW, the new, sophisticated, ultra-hot production show officially opened at Las Vegas' Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Pop superstar Mel B (of the world famous Spice Girls) stars with General Hospital's Kelly Monaco ('Dancing with the Stars' champion) Broadway's Josh Strickland and The Strip's hottest dancers in this spectacular world premiere. BroadwayWorld gives you a few peeks at the wild opening night!
MARY POPPINS National Tour 'Soars' at B.O., New Cities AddedApril 20, 2009The Mary Poppins national tour continues its high flying success coast to coast with enormous box office grosses in its inaugural engagement in Chicago and an itinerary that now stretches through August 2010. Additionally, tickets go on sale for the show's Cleveland engagement today and for the St. Louis engagement this Sunday, April 26th.
BWW WEST END: 'CALENDAR GIRLS' at the Noel Coward TheatreApril 20, 2009'CALENDAR GIRLS', the new stage play by Tim Firth, adapted from his own screenplay for the 2003 film, stars Lynda Bellingham, Patricia Hodge, Sian Phillips, Gaynor Faye, Brigit Forsyth, Julia Hills and Elaine C Smith. Also in the cast are Joan Blackham, Abby Francis, Gary Lilburn, Gerard McDermot and Carl Prekopp.
'SHREK', 'BILLY' & RUINED Lead Outer Critics Circle NominationsApril 20, 2009Based on a recommendation by the OCC Executive Committee, Special Achievement Awards will be given to David Alvarez, Trent Kowalik, and Kiril Kulish for their performances in 'Billy Elliot the Musical' and an Outstanding Ensemble Performance Award will be bestowed to the full cast of 'The Norman Conquests' (Amelia Bullmore, Jessica Hynes, Stephen Mangan, Ben Miles, Paul Ritter and Amanda Root).
BEST WISHES Extends Again at Crown City Theater Thru 5/10April 20, 2009BEST WISHES by Bill Barker is directed by Hollace Starr gets extended through May 10th. All performances $20 General Admission $5 off for Students, and Seniors (code 007)Group Sales available Reservations highly suggested