U.S. Marines Drum & Bugle Corps Perform HAIRSPRAY LiveJuly 3, 2014The Commandant's Own aka the U.S. Marines Drum & Bugle Corps gave a preview of their upcoming appearances with the NY Philharmonic this morning byway of a spirited HAIRSPRAY homage and a video of the event is now available to view.
Behind The Scenes Of FINDING NEVERLAND Set ConstructionJuly 3, 2014The cast and crew of the highly anticipated stage adaptation of the hit PETER PAN-centric film FINDING NEVERLAND currently in rehearsals can be spotted getting into the pirate life in a series of new shots released by the production this week.
Julian Fellowes Confirms DOWNTON ABBEY Is Likely To Have Another SeasonJuly 2, 2014Affable and aristocratic creator of Downton Abbey Julian Fellowes confirms that he suspects another season of hit international period-set drama Downton Abbey is more than likely following the conclusion of the upcoming Season Five, airing in the UK later this year and in the US at the start of 2015, according to a new interview.
Jonathan Groff Discusses Coming Out At Gay Pride 2014July 3, 2014Broadway and Hollywood star Jonathan Groff opens up about the importance of coming out in his own life as part of a gay pride parade appearance this weekend where he served as co-grand marshall of the event.

InDepth InterView: Martin Charnin Talks New ANNIE Movie & National Tour, Plus ANNIE WARBUCKS Broadway Plans, Vivid Mary Rodgers Memories & MoreJuly 2, 2014Today we are talking to a remarkably accomplished writer and director who has amassed numerous top entertainment trophies over the course of his long and distinguished career, including multiple Emmy Awards, Tony Awards and even a Grammy - the uniquely talented Martin Charnin. Sharing his thoughts on the forthcoming big screen adaptation of his hit musical property ANNIE as well as previewing what we can expect from the forthcoming 2014-2015 national tour, Charnin also reflects on the original production of the classic Depression-era musical and analyzes why it remains a continual cultural touchstone for generations new and old while also looking ahead to a potential Broadway production of the sequel, written with original composer Charles Strouse, ANNIE WARBUCKS. Also, Charnin touches upon his time as a member of the original cast of iconic musical WEST SIDE STORY and recounts working alongside legends such as Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, Arthur Laurents and more. Additionally, Charnin sheds some light on his illustrious string of collaborations with recently deceased composer Mary Rodgers Guettel, ranging from more than 50 songs written as a team to a string of special TV musicals as well as working together on the stage musicals HOT SPOT and THE MADWOMAN OF CENTRAL PARK WEST. Besides of all of that, Charnin also looks back to his heyday as a TV variety special helmer, having created award-winning tributes to a slew of Broadway's best composers and lyricists including George Gershwin, Harold Arlen, Cole Porter and many more. Plus, Charnin shares his thoughts on GLEE, how show business has changed, the possible future life for TWO BY TWO and much, much more in this wide-ranging chat with a major Broadway notable.
Billy Magnussen & Reserved For Rondee Perform 'Circa 68'July 3, 2014Billy Magnussen joins with bandmates Trevor Vaughn, Nick Fokas, Tom Degnan and Warren Hemenway to discuss the roots of their rock band Reserved For Rondee as well as play a special set as part of a new video featurette, highlighted by the single 'Circa 68', now available to view.
Billy Magnussen & Reserved For Rondee Perform 'Phat Cat'July 2, 2014Billy Magnussen, Trevor Vaughn, Nick Fokas, Tom Degnan and Warren Hemenway discuss the roots of their rock band Reserved For Rondee as well as play a special set as part of a new video featurette, highlighted by the single 'Phat Cat', now available to view.
Billy Magnussen & Reserved For Rondee Perform 'Age Me'July 1, 2014Broadway and Hollywood breakout star Billy Magnussen joins with bandmates Trevor Vaughn, Nick Fokas, Tom Degnan and Warren Hemenway to discuss the roots of their rock band Reserved For Rondee as well as play a special set.
Stunning DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES Paris Trailer ReleasedJuly 1, 2014The new Paris production of Jim Steinman and Michael Kunze's international mega-hit gothic musical DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES is showcased in a flashy new trailer just released in promotion of the upcoming opening later this year.
Natalie Joy Johnson Rocks Actual Kinky Boots At Gay Pride 2014June 30, 2014Natalie Joy Johnson, one of the stars of currently running musical hit KINKY BOOTS, showed off her kinky pride at this year's Gay Pride 2014, wearing a pair of actual red sequined kinky boots while participating in the festivities and performing for the thousands of attendees.