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VIDEO: 30 Days of Tony, Day 17: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Tonys
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2018
On Day 17 of 30 Days of Tony, we celebrate a Tony-winning veteran of stage and screen who is nominated once again this year for his portrayal of Roy Cohn in the Broadway revival of Angels In America, Nathan Lane. ...
Photo Throwback: Nathan Lane Stars in A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM in 1996
by Walter McBride - March 13, 2018
Take a look back into BroadwayWorld's archives with this throwback from when Nathan Lane starred in Forum in 1996! Check out the photos below!...
Nathan Lane Rumored to Be in Talks to Star as Willy Loman Opposite Laurie Metcalf
by Julie Musbach - March 07, 2018
Nathan Lane is currently on Broadway starring in ANGELS IN AMERICA on Broadway, reprising his role in London's National Theatre production. Now according to Variety, Lane may be in the initial stages of taking on an even more classic theatre role: Willy Loman in DEATH OF A SALESMAN....
Backstage with Richard Ridge: Jason Alexander Looks Back on His Broadway Roots!
by Nicole Rosky - December 11, 2017
The rest of the world might know him as Jerry Seinfeld's on-screen best bud, but theatre lovers remember him for the many roles he has played onstage over his four decade-long career....
FSCJ Artist Series to Present 'AN EVENING YOU WILL FORGET FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE' with Steve Martin & Martin Short
by Stephi Wild - December 11, 2017
Longtime comedians Steve Martin and Martin Short will perform a one-night only show at the Times-Union Center on March 9, 2018 at 8 p.m. The show, 'An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life,' includes stand-up, film clips, musical numbers and conversations about their lives in show busine...
BWW Invite: Attend SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversation with Jason Alexander!
by Nicole Rosky - November 30, 2017
On Friday, December 1 (2:00 PM) join us at the Robin Williams Center (247 W 54th St) for a Career Conversations Q&A with Jason Alexander, moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge....
An Evening Of Judy-ism! JUDY TENUTA Returns To The Copa Palm Springs For One Special Night!
by David Green - November 21, 2017
The Copa Palm Springs presents the hilarious cmic icon Judy Tenuta for one night only on November 24 at 8:00 pm. Judy Tenuta has appeared in shows from The Vagina Monologues to Menopause The Musical. Her stand-up specials have aired on Showtime, HBO, and Lifetime. Judy was featured as the national s...
Lewis Black to Bring New Rants to DPAC This Fall
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2017
Following the highly successful 2016 leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH TOUR, Lewis Black's 2017 THE RANT, WHITE & BLUE TOUR will stop at DPAC today November 17, 2017....
VEEP Star Julia Louis-Dreyfus Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis
by Caryn Robbins - September 28, 2017
Emmy Award winner Julia Louis-Dreyfus turned to Twitter today to reveal that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer....
Emmy Winner Monica Piper to Bring FARMISHT, FARKLEMPT & FARBLUNGIT to the JCC
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2017
Emmy Award-winning writer and comedienne, Monica Piper will be bringing her one woman stand up show. 'Farmisht, Farklempt & Farblungit' to the JCC on September 9 as the 2017 Signature Event of the New Jewish Theatre....
Emmy Winner Monica Piper to Bring FARMISHT, FARKLEMPT & FARBLUNGIT to the JCC
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2017
Emmy Award-winning writer and comedienne, Monica Piper will be bringing her one woman stand up show. 'Farmisht, Farklempt & Farblungit' to the JCC on September 9 as the 2017 Signature Event of the New Jewish Theatre....
Breaking News: Jerry Lewis Dies at 91
by Robert Diamond - August 20, 2017
BroadwayWorld has confirmed that comic legend Jerry Lewis died at 91 years old this morning at his home in Las Vegas....
Lewis Black to Bring New Rants to DPAC This Fall
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
Following the highly successful 2016 leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH TOUR, Lewis Black's 2017 THE RANT, WHITE & BLUE TOUR will stop at DPAC on Friday November 17, 2017....
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017
Following the highly successful 2016 leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH TOUR, Lewis Black's 2017 THE RANT, WHITE & BLUE TOUR will stop at DPAC on Friday November 17, 2017....
Blue Note Hawaii Hosts Comedy Legend ROSEANNE BARR
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, announces two nights of comedy with television superstar and award-winning actress, Roseanne Barr. The original domestic goddess Roseanne Barr will amaze audiences November 4 and 5, with one show nightly at 8:00 p...
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, announces two nights of comedy with television superstar and award-winning actress, Roseanne Barr. The original domestic goddess Roseanne Barr will amaze audiences November 4 and 5, with one show nightly at 8:00 p...
Blue Note Hawaii Hosts Comedy Legend ROSEANNE BARR
by A.A. Cristi - September 23, 2016
Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, announces two nights of comedy with television superstar and award-winning actress, Roseanne Barr. The original domestic goddess Roseanne Barr will amaze audiences November 4 and 5, with one show nightly at 8:00 p...
by A.A. Cristi - September 23, 2016
Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, announces two nights of comedy with television superstar and award-winning actress, Roseanne Barr. The original domestic goddess Roseanne Barr will amaze audiences November 4 and 5, with one show nightly at 8:00 p...
Comedian Lewis Black Set for Wharton Center This September
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2016
Following the highly successful 2016 spring leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH tour, LEWIS BLACK has extended his tour with a stop at Wharton Center on September 17!...
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2016
Following the highly successful 2016 spring leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH tour, LEWIS BLACK has extended his tour with a stop at Wharton Center on September 17!...
Comedian Lewis Black Comes to Wharton Center This September
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2016
Following the highly successful 2016 spring leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH tour, LEWIS BLACK has extended his tour with a stop at Wharton Center on September 17....
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2016
Following the highly successful 2016 spring leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH tour, LEWIS BLACK has extended his tour with a stop at Wharton Center on September 17....
VIDEO: Lewis Black Talks Presidential Election, New Broadway Play on LATE NIGHT
by Caryn Robbins - September 15, 2016
On last night's LATE NIGHT, Lewis Black stopped by to talk about his new Broadway play BLACK TO THE FUTURE and shares that Donald Trump is making it hard for comedians now that the news is already funny....
by Caryn Robbins - September 15, 2016
On last night's LATE NIGHT, Lewis Black stopped by to talk about his new Broadway play BLACK TO THE FUTURE and shares that Donald Trump is making it hard for comedians now that the news is already funny....
Comedian Lewis Black Comes to Wharton Center This September
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016
Following the highly successful 2016 spring leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH tour, LEWIS BLACK has extended his tour with a stop at Wharton Center on September 17....
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016
Following the highly successful 2016 spring leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH tour, LEWIS BLACK has extended his tour with a stop at Wharton Center on September 17....
Comedy Icon Dana Carvey Returns to The Orleans Showroom Sept. 23-24
by A.A. Cristi - August 15, 2016
"Saturday Night Live" alumni and celebrated comedian Dana Carvey will perform at The Orleans Showroom on Sept. 23 and 24....
by A.A. Cristi - August 15, 2016
"Saturday Night Live" alumni and celebrated comedian Dana Carvey will perform at The Orleans Showroom on Sept. 23 and 24....
Comedian Lewis Black Set for Wharton Center This September
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
Following the highly successful 2016 spring leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH tour, LEWIS BLACK has extended his tour with a stop at Wharton Center on September 17!...
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
Following the highly successful 2016 spring leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH tour, LEWIS BLACK has extended his tour with a stop at Wharton Center on September 17!...
Comedian Lewis Black Coming Back to Broadway This Fall in BLACK TO THE FUTURE
by Nicole Rosky - June 21, 2016
According to his official website, comedian Lewis Black will return to Broadway for just four shows this fall in BLACK TO THE FUTURE. The show will play at the Marquis Theatre on September 12, 19, 26 and October 10 (nights when ON YOUR FEET! is dark). ...
by Nicole Rosky - June 21, 2016
According to his official website, comedian Lewis Black will return to Broadway for just four shows this fall in BLACK TO THE FUTURE. The show will play at the Marquis Theatre on September 12, 19, 26 and October 10 (nights when ON YOUR FEET! is dark). ...
Nathan Lane in Talks to Join Andrew Garfield & More in National Theatre's ANGELS IN AMERICA
by Tyler Peterson - June 09, 2016
National Theatre's upcoming production of ANGELS IN AMERICA is close to enlisting a stage legend for its starry company....
by Tyler Peterson - June 09, 2016
National Theatre's upcoming production of ANGELS IN AMERICA is close to enlisting a stage legend for its starry company....
Bobby Slayton Coming to Comedy Works Larimer Square, 5/19-21
by Tyler Peterson - May 03, 2016
A true 'comic's comic,' Bobby Slayton, often referred to as 'The Pitbull of Comedy,' has been performing his own intense style of stand-up comedy for over 20 years, becoming one of the best known, respected, and energetic comics working today. Acclaimed as 'Armed and Dangerous' by the NY Daily News ...
by Tyler Peterson - May 03, 2016
A true 'comic's comic,' Bobby Slayton, often referred to as 'The Pitbull of Comedy,' has been performing his own intense style of stand-up comedy for over 20 years, becoming one of the best known, respected, and energetic comics working today. Acclaimed as 'Armed and Dangerous' by the NY Daily News ...
Comedian Lewis Black Added to Fox Cities P.A.C. Lineup
by Tyler Peterson - April 25, 2016
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center is excited to announce Live Nation's presentation of comedian Lewis Black in his The Emperor's New Clothes: The Naked Truth Tour , coming to the Fox Cities P.A.C. Friday, Sept. 30 at 8 p.m. ...
by Tyler Peterson - April 25, 2016
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center is excited to announce Live Nation's presentation of comedian Lewis Black in his The Emperor's New Clothes: The Naked Truth Tour , coming to the Fox Cities P.A.C. Friday, Sept. 30 at 8 p.m. ...
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