Harold Prince's revue Prince of Broadway abdicates for the next Broadway show in the works today, October 29, 2017. The show played a total of 91 performances. The limited engagement began performances at the Samuel J. Friedman theatre on August 3, 2017 with an official opening on August 24, 2017.
Michael Moore's Broadway debut show ends its run today, October 22, after 88 performances.
According to The New York Times, details have surfaced regarding a deal struck between Harvey Weinstein and American Repertory Theatre, a deal that is impacting charities accepting aid from Weinstein.
According to Syfy Wire, actress Eva Green has joined the cast of Alice Winocour's upcoming film PROXIMA. Green's character is an astronaut preparing for a rigorous year in space; she must struggle through the intensive training process whilst battling emotional pain at separating from her young daughter.
Arts Integrity Initiative reported yesterday that Shelton Theatre has been running a production of THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT that openly violates the playwright's wishes and copyright law. As of the evening of August 5th, the play has been closed.
According to Arts Integrity Initiative, Shelton Theatre in San Francisco is currently running a production of THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT that openly violates the playwright's wishes and copyright law.
BBC News is reporting that actor Robert Hardy, best known for his portrayal of Minister for Magic Cornelius Fudge in the Harry Potter film franchise, has passed away. He was 91.
NYMF is coming to a close but there are still plenty of shows to catch before the annual festival packs up until next summer. Of course, NYMF isn't the only thing summer brings to the city. It's the season for vacations, from school especially. For the kids, it's nirvana, but for parents it can be a test of patience. For those looking for a break, somewhere they can go to laugh about parenthood and all its ups and downs, NYMF's productions of Play Like a Winner and MotherFreakingHood! (Maternal Discretion Advised) have plenty to offer!
SUNSET BOULEVARD plays its final performance on Broadway today, Sunday, June 25. The production, which marked the triumphant return of Glenn Close to the role of Norma Desmond, will have played a total of 145 performances. Originally scheduled as a limited run through May 28th, Sunset Boulevard extended through June 25.
Hello, Dolly! is one of the most famous Broadway star vehicles, and no production has yet made that clearer than the one with Bette Midler's name floating high atop the marquee (and the 'sold out' sign). But what about the supporting ladies that fill the stage alongside the whirlwind Dolly Levi?
According to Forbes, the descendants of Abbott and Costello have appealed their copyright claim against the play HAND TO GOD all the way to the Supreme Court. The case originated when the heirs discovered that the play used over a minute of the famous 'Who's on First' routine without permission. The federal appellate court, however, decided the heirs do not in fact have a copyright claim to the material.
COME FROM AWAY is a story that touches on many lives, but a select few in particular. For the most part, the characters represent a collection of individuals, but one character in particular is based on a remarkable woman. Jenn Colella portrays Beverley Bass, a female pilot and an all-around pioneer.
Calgary Opera is in the beginning steps of staging SOUTH PACIFIC, and the casting process has caused an uproar within the production. According to The Globe and Mail, special advisor to the company Bob McPhee says they are struggling to find an actress of Asian descent to play the role of Bloody Mary, one of the lead Tonkinese characters.
West End and Broadway star Kerry Ellis got her start when Queen's Brian May brought her into WE WILL ROCK YOU, and the duo has been going strong ever since. With multiple album collaborations, concerts, and world tours, it's no surprise they would head back to the studio. Their new album 'Golden Days' was officially released April 7.
Sandy Moser was lost after her husband passed away. A nurse, she had spent years taking care of her husband and no longer knew how to fill her days. 'When he first died it was really hard to talk to people because my voice would break,' she told CBC. Then she found theatre, which suddenly had a cathartic effect.
Emma Watson has been a headliner in news cycles recently with her upcoming appearance in the highly anticipated Disney live-action remake of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, but her name has also floated around rumors concerning the award-winning film LA LA LAND.
CBS New York has uncovered the story of Daniel Pellegrini, a touching tale of finding confidence in and connecting to theatre.
Actor John Barrowman has always been a vocal member of the LGBTQ community, and he is using his milestone 50th birthday to make a strong statement.
According to WhatsOnStage, British actor Tony Haygarth has passed away; he was 72. His death was announced by his ex-wife via Twitter. The actor had been suffering from Alzheimer's, and the details of his death have yet to be released.
According to NY Daily News, Russia has announced that it will consider banning the new live action BEAUTY AND THE BEAST if the much buzzed about gay moment violates the country's homosexual propaganda ban.
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