Up on the Marquee: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Gets a New LookJuly 11, 2016Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, directed byHarold Prince, is the longest-running show in Broadway history, and one of the most successful stage productions of all-time. The show just got a new marquee at the Majestic Theatre and you can check out photos below!
Photo Coverage: Here They Come! Meet The Cast of Broadway-Bound MOTOWNJuly 11, 2016Motown the Musical returns to Broadway this summer, beginning performances Tuesday, July 12 at The Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41Street) for a strictly limited 18-week-only engagement through Sunday, November 13, 2016. The company just previewed the show, and you can get acquainted with the whole company below!
Photo Flash: Remembering John McMartinJuly 8, 2016As BroadwayWorld sadly reported yesterday, award-winning Broadway actor John McMartin has passed away at the age of 86. McMartin most recently appeared on Broadway in 2014's ALL THE WAY and the 2011 revival of ANYTHING GOES.
Photo Coverage: Rob McClure Gives Feinstein's/54 Below Something to SMILE AboutJuly 5, 2016In his New York City solo concert debut, acclaimed Tony nominee Rob McClure (Chaplin) celebrated his unique influences through story and song. The event, which ran July 1-2, featured a swinging band, special guests (both people and puppets!), and lots of laughs and memories from his leading roles in Honeymoon in Vegas, Noises Off andAvenue Q! There's lots to Smile about.
Photo Coverage: Vineyard Theatre Celebrates Lee Sunday Evans at Emerging Artists LuncheonJuly 5, 2016Just last week, Colman Domingo hosted Vineyard Theatre's Annual Emerging Artists Luncheon at The Gander (15 West 18th Street) in Manhattan. The event featured the presentation of the 2016 Susan Stroman Directing Award to Lee Sunday Evans (D DEB DEBBIE DEBORAH, A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN NOVEMBER...). BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the big day below!
Photo Coverage: In the Recording Studio with the Cast of PARAMOUR!June 30, 2016Cirque du Soleil and RED, a Sony distribution company, recently announced that the Broadway cast album of PARAMOUR will be released later this summer. The album will contain songs and selections from the show, including material by Bob & Bill and Andreas Carlsson.
Photo Coverage: SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS Company Gets Centered in Rehearsal!June 29, 2016Small Mouth Sounds, written by Bess Wohl, will return to New York this summer for a strictly limited engagement. Directed by Obie Award-winner Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812), Small Mouth Sounds begins previews for a commercial run at The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street) on Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 7:30pm, with an official opening night set for Wednesday, July 13, 2016. The limited engagement will run through September 25, 2016.
Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for NEW YORK SPECTACULAR with the Rockettes (Part Two)June 25, 2016New York Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, presented by Chase, began performances on June 15 at Radio City Music Hall. The limited eight-week engagement continues through August 7, 2016. Tickets are on sale at www.rockettes.com/newyork and at the Radio City box office. BroadwayWorld was there for opening night - check out photos from the red carpet below!
Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for NEW YORK SPECTACULAR with the Rockettes (Part One)June 25, 2016New York Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, presented by Chase, began performances on June 15 at Radio City Music Hall. The limited eight-week engagement continues through August 7, 2016. Tickets are on sale at www.rockettes.com/newyork and at the Radio City box office. BroadwayWorld was there for opening night - check out photos from the red carpet below!
Photo Coverage: Lorna Luft Celebrates Pride Week at Feinstein's/54 Below!June 22, 2016After several sold-out Feinstein's/54 Below engagements, Lorna Luft returns with a brand new show to celebrate Pride Week in NYC! The evening will be a celebration of what it means to be proud. Join Lorna Luft as she sings, tells stories, and focuses on the history behind New York City Pride and what it means to her while also dedicating her show to everyone who has pride in themselves. This is a show for all ages, shapes, and sizes and is a true celebration of who we all are, Lorna- style!
Up on the Marquee: MOTOWN Back on Broadway!June 21, 2016Motown the Musical returns to Broadway this summer, beginning performances Tuesday, July 12 at The Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41Street) for a strictly limited 18-week-only engagement through Sunday, November 13, 2016.