Photo Flash: Toronto Youth Theatre's HOW TO SUCCEED Opens 4/18April 12, 2012From April 18th to April 28th, Toronto Youth Theatre presents an all-new production of a Broadway classic in the intimate Lower Ossington Theatre: How to Succeed in Business (Without Really Trying). The recent Broadway revival, starring Daniel Radcliffe, has created a sensation and plays to sold out crowds.
The Laurie Beechman Theatre Presents Alison Arngrum in CONFESSIONS OF A PRAIRIE BITCH, 6/15-16April 12, 2012Americans love their TV villains. They wore black hats with ominous mustaches in the early westerns, while Alexis Colby wore Nolan Miller gowns on "Dynasty" and "Glee's" coach, Sue Sylvester, dawns a tracksuit to terrify students. However, history's #1 TV Bitch (according to Vanity Fair), weaseled her way into hearts world-wide wearing petticoats and a curly blonde wig - Nellie Oleson of the hit series "Little House on the Prairie."
Air Supply Comes to Las Vegas, 5/25-27April 12, 2012Australian soft-rock group Air Supply quickly became a staple of early '80s radio after their first smash hit, "Lost in Love." Performing together for more than 30 years, Air Supply returns to The Orleans Showroom for three shows Memorial Day weekend, May 25, 26 and 27.
Comedian Mike Birbiglia Performs at PlayhouseSquare, 4/29April 12, 2012This time last year, Mike Birbiglia was a well-respected comedian, author and playwright, thanks to his popular stand-up comedy concerts, his regular guest spots on public radio's This American Life, comedy CDs and his bestselling book, Sleepwalk With Me and Other Painfully True Stories (which he also turned into a long-running stage show). Fast forward to February 2012, and now Birbiglia has become an even bigger, more respected super-hyphenate as filmmaker, co-writer (along with Ira Glass), actor and director in his movie version of Sleepwalk With Me…which just won an award at the Sundance Film Festival.
Nicktoons Debuts New Animated Comedy Series, WILD GRINDERS, 4/27April 12, 2012Professional skateboarder and entrepreneur Rob Dyrdek (star of MTV's Rob & Big, Fantasy Factory and Ridiculousness) brings a cartoon comedy, set against the backdrop of the sport of skateboarding, to Nicktoons with the new series, Wild Grinders, premiering Friday, April 27, at 7:00 p.m. (ET). Inspired by Dyrdek's real-life experiences, each original half-hour episode follows the adventures of a group of friends bonded by their love of skateboarding. The 26-episode series, created and executive produced by Dyrdek, is produced in partnership with Home Plate Entertainment and Dyrdek's Four Down Productions. Agogo Corporation, Moonscoop, Telegael and Copernicus Studios are also co-producers on the HD production. Following the premiere, Wild Grinders will air regularly on Fridays at 7:00 p.m. (ET) on Nicktoons.
STAGE TUBE: On Broadway with Kids- Episode 2!April 12, 2012Watch the latest episode #2 of CafeMom Studios 'On Broadway: With Kids - Featuring the Parents of MAMMA MIA!' - the exclusive online series that opens a rare and personal window into the lives of the cast and crew of Broadway's hit musical who also happen to be parents. BroadwayWorld has the video for you below!
LEFTY & RAY'S FIRST SHOW Opens Coney Island Burlesque at the Beach, 4/26April 12, 2012Miss Coney Island 2011 Lefty Lucy and Ray Valenz, the Most Handsome Man in Sideshow, are proud to join forces to bring you the Coney Island Burlesque at the Beach Season Opener: Lefty & Ray's First Show! Not only is it the first show of the Burlesque at the Beach season on the brand new stage, but it's the first Lefty & Ray show ever, featuring some of the first performers Lefty & Ray laid eyes on at Coney Island.
Julie Reiber of Broadway's PRISCILLA to Release Debut CD, 4/24 April 12, 2012JULIE REIBER - the singer and actress currently playing Marion in Priscilla Queen of the Desert on Broadway at the Palace Theater - will release her debut solo album on Tuesday, April 24. Love Travels is a mix of her original tunes, musical theatre favorites by such composers as Jason Robert Brown ('Still Hurting'), Adam Guettel ('Through The Mountain') and Stephen Schwartz (the special bonus track 'Defying Gravity') - each with a special twist - and reinventions of Reiber's favorite artists including Stevie Wonder ('Knocks Me Off My Feet'), Chaka Khan ('Stay'), John Mayer ('Back To You') and Joni Mitchell ('Little Green'). She will celebrate this new recording with a concert at Rockwood Music Hall the following night, Wednesday April 25. The $20 ticket price includes a signed CD. Love Travels will also be available via iTunes, CDBaby.com, Amazon.com and JulieReiber.com
WE TV to Premiere LA HAIR, 5/31April 12, 2012WE tv's new original series L.A. HAIR, follows celebrity hair stylist Kim Kimble, as she coifs Hollywood A-listers. When it comes to celebrity hair, Kim is one of the biggest names in Hollywood. From movies to music, Kim is an image maker and a trendsetter.
Two Part Encore Event THORNE Premieres June 12April 12, 2012'Thorne' is a two part ENCORE original event. 'Thorne: Sleepyhead' is a startling contemporary take on the thrilling, chilling, crime drama, adapted from Mark Billingham's bestselling novel 'Sleepyhead' (2001). Directed by Stephen Hopkins ('House of Lies,' '24') the series stars acclaimed actor David Morrissey ('The Walking Dead,' Centurion, State of Play) who plays the complex and compelling character Detective Inspector Tom Thorne. Morrissey is joined by cast members Natascha McElhone ('Californication'), Aidan Gillen ('The Wire') and Eddie Marsan (Sherlock Holmes). While investigating a series of unusual attacks on young women, Thorne finds himself dragged back into the nightmares of his past as he races against time to find a mysterious serial killer. His first three victims are found dead. The fourth victim, Alison Willetts, survived an excruciating attack and is unlucky to be alive. Thorne knows that there are more deaths to come, as the killer enjoys toying with Thorne just as much as he gets a thrill out of pursuing his sick fantasy.
DANCE FLOOR CONFIDENTIAL: BEHIND THE SCENES OF DANCING WITH THE STARS Airs 4/23 on ABCApril 12, 2012Hosted by 'Good Morning America's' Lara Spencer and by actor, 'Good Morning America' contributor and former 'Dancing with the Stars' contestant Cameron Mathison, 'Dance Floor Confidential' takes viewers backstage to reveal the secrets to the music, the dance, the costumes, the tanning, the judges, and even the tension and high octane pressure that make the show one of the most competitive on TV. Also, former 'Dancing with the Stars' favorites including Kirstie Alley, Joey Fatone, Julianne Hough, Ricki Lake and Mario Lopez talk candidly about the show that brought them a new level of fame, and in some cases, some dramatic weight loss.
Comedian Bobby Collins Coming to The Mahaffey, 6/2April 12, 2012Bobby Collins is an award-winning comedian, who has starred in his own Showtime Special, was the host of VH1's "Stand Up Spotlight," and most recently was seen on the "Joy Behar Show." He has toured with Cher, Julio Iglesias, Dolly Parton and Tony Bennett, among others. In addition, he's released three DVDs and six CDs, with his second CD, "Out of Bounds," earning him a Grammy nomination. His latest CD, "I'm on the Boat, Woman and Children First," is on its way to becoming a number one best seller.
Photo Flash: MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL Plays Royal George TheatreApril 11, 2012The joyous journey and loving look at the blessings and perils of being a Mom is the subject of the new musical sensation, Motherhood the Musical®. The hilarious and insightful show will delight Chicago audiences when it debuts at the Royal George Theatre, running through May 20. Hailed as "Engaging, hilarious, and touching!" by Variety, Motherhood the Musical® is produced by GFOUR Productions, the team who has successfully brought Menopause The Musical® to every major market in the United States.
Check out the production photos below!