'THE RECEPTIONIST' Star Megan Mullally Chats Musicals and 'GRACE' to The LA TimesOctober 18, 2009Odyssey Theatre's production of Adam Bock's The Receptionist, starring Emmy-winning actress and singer Megan Mullally, has announced an extension of its run. The production, which began previews August 5 and officially opened August 15, was originally scheduled to close September 20. The show will now close November 21.
Michael McKean Chats SUPERIOR DONUTS to NewsdayOctober 17, 2009The Broadway transfer of Steppenwolf's new American play 'Superior Donuts' at the Music Box Theatre celebrated its official opening night on Thursday, October 1, 2009 to superior reviews. Due to popular demand, the producers have announced that the show has extended its booking period through March 2010. Star Michael McKean spoke about the show to Newsday.
Stageworks Names Karla Hartley as New Associate Artistic DirectorOctober 17, 2009Karla Hartley, the multi-talented director, lighting and sound designer, stage manager, actor and all around versatile artist has recently been chosen by Stageworks to fill a very important role as Associate Artistic Director, essentially the successor to Anna Brennen, Stageworks Founder and current Producing Artistic Director.
Laura Bell Bundy Joins Roster for 'Broadway Wishes' Benefit, 10/24October 17, 2009On 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, will benefit from the proceeds raised at an unforgettable evening filled with music and performances by some of the hottest and brightest stars on Broadway. The concert will take place at the beautiful OC Pavilion Performing Arts Theater located in Santa Ana on the evening of October 24, 2009.
A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC Tickets Now Available for Sale October 17, 2009Tickets go on sale today, Saturday, October 17th to the general public and the Walter Kerr Theatre box office opens on Monday, October 19th for the first Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler's Tony Award-winning masterpiece A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC. The production stars Academy Award-winner Catherine Zeta-Jones and five-time Tony Award®-winner Angela Lansbury, and is directed by Tony Award®-winner Trevor Nunn. The production begins previews on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 and opens on Sunday, December 13, 2009 at the Walter Kerr Theatre. Rehearsals begin on Monday, October 19th.
STAGE TUBE: GLEE Teaser - Neil Diamond's 'Sweet Caroline'October 17, 2009Columbia Records and Twentieth Century Fox Television released select songs featured in new GLEE episodes, including cast versions of Jill Scott's 'Hate On Me' and The Supremes' 'You Keep Me Hangin' On,' Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown's 'No Air' and Avril Lavigne's 'Keep Holding On.' You can also watch a sneak peek of the cast singing Neil Diamond's 'Sweet Caroline' right here on STAGE TUBE!
Lauper, Osbourne, Blagojevich & More Set for NBC's The Celebrity Apprentice 3rd SeasonOctober 16, 2009The New York Post reports that America's Got Talent judge Sharon Osbourne, Rock of Love star Brett Michaels, musician Cyndi Lauper, retired MLB baseball player Darryl Strawberry, actress Holly Robinson Peete, and indicted former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich are among the cast for the third season of NBC's The Celebrity Apprentice.
STAGE TUBE: ET Sneak Peek - Michael Jackson's THIS IS ITOctober 16, 2009Entertainment Tonight takes you behind the scenes on the upcoming film THIS IS IT. Watch the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson, at work in his eagerly anticipated film, fine-tuning the sound effects and music for one of his greatest hits.