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Photo Coverage: Middle Schoolers Visit MOTOWN through TDF's Stage Doors Program
by Jennifer Broski - April 03, 2014
It is Theatre Development Fund's belief that future audiences are built by engaging students, first-hand, in the vital and exciting activity of the creative process, as well as providing opportunities to see live performances of great theatre. To that end, 1,500 New York City public high school and ...
by Jennifer Broski - April 03, 2014
It is Theatre Development Fund's belief that future audiences are built by engaging students, first-hand, in the vital and exciting activity of the creative process, as well as providing opportunities to see live performances of great theatre. To that end, 1,500 New York City public high school and ...
Lifetime to Premiere New Tori Spelling Docu-Series TRUE TORI, 4/22
by Caryn Robbins - March 31, 2014
With her marriage in crisis, tabloids and gossip sites have been speculating for months about Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott. Now, the real story will be told as it should be, by Tori Spelling herself...
by Caryn Robbins - March 31, 2014
With her marriage in crisis, tabloids and gossip sites have been speculating for months about Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott. Now, the real story will be told as it should be, by Tori Spelling herself...
VIDEO: MOTOWN Celebrates Year on Broadway with New Montage!
by Tyler Peterson - March 28, 2014
'Happy birthday to you,' MOTOWN THE MUSICAL! The smash hit, which celebrates its first Broadway anniversary on April 14, has released a new montage of show clips set to legendary Motown classics from the musical, including 'I Want You Back,' 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours,' 'Get Ready,' 'Danci...
by Tyler Peterson - March 28, 2014
'Happy birthday to you,' MOTOWN THE MUSICAL! The smash hit, which celebrates its first Broadway anniversary on April 14, has released a new montage of show clips set to legendary Motown classics from the musical, including 'I Want You Back,' 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours,' 'Get Ready,' 'Danci...
SWITCHED AT BIRTH's Cast & Creator/Executive Producer to Live Tweet Season Finale Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - March 24, 2014
'Switched at Birth' cast and series creator/Executive Producer Lizzy Weiss will live tweet with fans during the East Coast broadcast of the award-winning series Spring finale tonight on ABC Family....
by Tyler Peterson - March 24, 2014
'Switched at Birth' cast and series creator/Executive Producer Lizzy Weiss will live tweet with fans during the East Coast broadcast of the award-winning series Spring finale tonight on ABC Family....
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Season Finale of SWITCHED AT BIRTH
by - March 18, 2014
Bay has reservations about Emmett's new girlfriend in the spring finale of "Switched at Birth," airing Monday, March 24 at 8:00PM ET/PT on ABC Family....
by - March 18, 2014
Bay has reservations about Emmett's new girlfriend in the spring finale of "Switched at Birth," airing Monday, March 24 at 8:00PM ET/PT on ABC Family....
Dallas Summer Musicals Welcomes THE WIZARD OF OZ, Now thru 3/30
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2014
Dallas Summer Musicals is delighted to announce that the first North American tour of the new stage adaptation of THE WIZARD OF OZ will play today, March 18-30 at the Music Hall at Fair Park....
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2014
Dallas Summer Musicals is delighted to announce that the first North American tour of the new stage adaptation of THE WIZARD OF OZ will play today, March 18-30 at the Music Hall at Fair Park....
This Week at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Now until 3/23
by Courtnie Mele - March 15, 2014
This week's lineup at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts....
by Courtnie Mele - March 15, 2014
This week's lineup at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts....
Dallas Summer Musicals to Welcome THE WIZARD OF OZ, 3/18-30
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2014
Dallas Summer Musicals is delighted to announce that the first North American tour of the new stage adaptation of THE WIZARD OF OZ will play March 18-30 at the Music Hall at Fair Park. Official press opening night will be Wednesday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m....
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2014
Dallas Summer Musicals is delighted to announce that the first North American tour of the new stage adaptation of THE WIZARD OF OZ will play March 18-30 at the Music Hall at Fair Park. Official press opening night will be Wednesday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m....
JoAnna Garcia Swisher to Lead ABC's THE ASTRONAUT WIVES CLUB
by Tyler Peterson - February 11, 2014
According to The Hollywood Reporter, ABC has tapped ONCE UPON A TIME's JoAnna Garcia Swisher to lead its upcoming series, THE ASTRONAUT WIVES CLUB, based on Lily Koppel's novel, premiering this summer alongside returning drama MISTRESSES....
by Tyler Peterson - February 11, 2014
According to The Hollywood Reporter, ABC has tapped ONCE UPON A TIME's JoAnna Garcia Swisher to lead its upcoming series, THE ASTRONAUT WIVES CLUB, based on Lily Koppel's novel, premiering this summer alongside returning drama MISTRESSES....
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Village People, Rick Springfield & More on Tonight's OPRAH WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
by TV News Desk - February 07, 2014
The next episode of OWN's Oprah: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?' will feature Rick Springfield, Jill Zarin, Andre Leon Talley, Terry Fator and The Village People....
by TV News Desk - February 07, 2014
The next episode of OWN's Oprah: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?' will feature Rick Springfield, Jill Zarin, Andre Leon Talley, Terry Fator and The Village People....
ABC Orders THE ASTRONAUT WIVES Club to Series, Will Premiere this Summer
by Tyler Peterson - February 05, 2014
According to Deadline, the network has ordered Stephanie Savage's THE ASTRONAUT WIVES CLUB, based on Lily Koppel's novel, to series. It's 10-episode first season is slated to premiere this summer, alongside returning drama MISTRESSES....
by Tyler Peterson - February 05, 2014
According to Deadline, the network has ordered Stephanie Savage's THE ASTRONAUT WIVES CLUB, based on Lily Koppel's novel, to series. It's 10-episode first season is slated to premiere this summer, alongside returning drama MISTRESSES....
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Village People, Rick Springfield & More on Next OPRAH WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
by Caryn Robbins - February 05, 2014
The next episode of OWN's Oprah: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?' will feature Rick Springfield, Jill Zarin, Andre Leon Talley, Terry Fator and The Village People....
by Caryn Robbins - February 05, 2014
The next episode of OWN's Oprah: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?' will feature Rick Springfield, Jill Zarin, Andre Leon Talley, Terry Fator and The Village People....
E! Named Official Media Sponsor for 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEKS
by Caryn Robbins - January 30, 2014
E! announced today that the pop culture powerhouse has been tapped as an official media sponsor for both the February and September 2014 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Weeks in New York....
by Caryn Robbins - January 30, 2014
E! announced today that the pop culture powerhouse has been tapped as an official media sponsor for both the February and September 2014 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Weeks in New York....
ASU Gammage Partners with UMOM to Collect New Shoes
by Tyler Peterson - January 27, 2014
ASU Gammage patrons are asked to bring in new or gently used children's shoes to the ASU Gammage Box office January 20 through February 3 will be entered to win a family four pack of tickets to see the opening night performance of THE WIZARD OF OZ and a merchandise gift pack....
by Tyler Peterson - January 27, 2014
ASU Gammage patrons are asked to bring in new or gently used children's shoes to the ASU Gammage Box office January 20 through February 3 will be entered to win a family four pack of tickets to see the opening night performance of THE WIZARD OF OZ and a merchandise gift pack....
Aurora Theatre Opens LOMBARDI Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2014
The Brand Signature Series at Aurora Theatre continues with Lombardi by Eric Simonson, based on the book When Pride Still Mattered - A Life of Vince Lombardi written by David Maraniss. The show runs tonight, January 16 through February 9, 2014....
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2014
The Brand Signature Series at Aurora Theatre continues with Lombardi by Eric Simonson, based on the book When Pride Still Mattered - A Life of Vince Lombardi written by David Maraniss. The show runs tonight, January 16 through February 9, 2014....
VIP Fundraiser with Former NFL Starsfor Aurora Theatre, Gwinnett Medical Center Set for Today
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2014
Support two of Gwinnett's great non-profits today, January 14 at Aurora Theatre. Guests will get a chance to rub elbows with former NFL players and get an exclusive sneak-peek at The Brand Signature Series production Lombardi by Eric Simonson, based on the book When Pride Still Mattered - A Life of ...
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2014
Support two of Gwinnett's great non-profits today, January 14 at Aurora Theatre. Guests will get a chance to rub elbows with former NFL players and get an exclusive sneak-peek at The Brand Signature Series production Lombardi by Eric Simonson, based on the book When Pride Still Mattered - A Life of ...
STAGE TUBE: MOTOWN Cast Dedicates Original Song to Valisia LeKae
by Nicole Rosky - January 13, 2014
As BoadwayWorld previously reported, Tony nominee Valisia LeKae recently announced that she would depart the cast of Broadway's MOTOWN because of an ovarian cancer diagnosis. To express their support of their castmate, the company united to perform a song written especially for her. 'I Am Here' was ...
by Nicole Rosky - January 13, 2014
As BoadwayWorld previously reported, Tony nominee Valisia LeKae recently announced that she would depart the cast of Broadway's MOTOWN because of an ovarian cancer diagnosis. To express their support of their castmate, the company united to perform a song written especially for her. 'I Am Here' was ...
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company to Continue Season with WE ARE PROUD TO PRESENT...
by Tyler Peterson - January 09, 2014
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company has announced the run of We Are Proud to Present…, a wholly unique commentary on the unexpected consequences of good intentions. Woolly Company Member Michael John Garces (The Convert, Oedipus el Rey) will direct Jackie Sibblies Drury's innovative, fast-paced, and fu...
by Tyler Peterson - January 09, 2014
Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company has announced the run of We Are Proud to Present…, a wholly unique commentary on the unexpected consequences of good intentions. Woolly Company Member Michael John Garces (The Convert, Oedipus el Rey) will direct Jackie Sibblies Drury's innovative, fast-paced, and fu...
VIP Fundraiser with Former NFL Starsfor Aurora Theatre, Gwinnett Medical Center Set for 1/14
by Tyler Peterson - January 07, 2014
Support two of Gwinnett's great non-profits on January 14 at Aurora Theatre. Guests will get a chance to rub elbows with former NFL players and get an exclusive sneak-peek at The Brand Signature Series production Lombardi by Eric Simonson, based on the book When Pride Still Mattered - A Life of Vin...
by Tyler Peterson - January 07, 2014
Support two of Gwinnett's great non-profits on January 14 at Aurora Theatre. Guests will get a chance to rub elbows with former NFL players and get an exclusive sneak-peek at The Brand Signature Series production Lombardi by Eric Simonson, based on the book When Pride Still Mattered - A Life of Vin...
THE WIZARD OF OZ National Tour Headed to Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Now thru 1/19
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2014
Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of The Wizard of Oz makes its anticipated South Florida premiere at Broward Center for the Performing Arts from tonight, January 7 - 19, 2014....
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2014
Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of The Wizard of Oz makes its anticipated South Florida premiere at Broward Center for the Performing Arts from tonight, January 7 - 19, 2014....
ASU Gammage to Host Third Annual Heroes Night, 2/4
by Tyler Peterson - January 06, 2014
On Tuesday, February 4 at 6:30 p.m., ASU Gammage will honor veterans, active duty military and their families during a Heroes Night celebration on the opening night performance of THE WIZARD OF OZ. That evening, veterans and military will enjoy a hero's celebration prior to the show with special pre...
by Tyler Peterson - January 06, 2014
On Tuesday, February 4 at 6:30 p.m., ASU Gammage will honor veterans, active duty military and their families during a Heroes Night celebration on the opening night performance of THE WIZARD OF OZ. That evening, veterans and military will enjoy a hero's celebration prior to the show with special pre...
THE WIZARD OF OZ National Tour Headed to Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 1/7-19
by Tyler Peterson - December 31, 2013
Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of The Wizard of Oz makes its anticipated South Florida premiere at Broward Center for the Performing Arts from January 7 - 19, 2014. Tickets are now on sale at the Broward Center box office, on-line at www.browardcenter.org; by phone 954- 462-0222. Groups of 10+...
by Tyler Peterson - December 31, 2013
Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of The Wizard of Oz makes its anticipated South Florida premiere at Broward Center for the Performing Arts from January 7 - 19, 2014. Tickets are now on sale at the Broward Center box office, on-line at www.browardcenter.org; by phone 954- 462-0222. Groups of 10+...
13 in 30: Video Highlights from 2013- MOTOWN
by Nicole Rosky - December 28, 2013
2014 is upon us, which means that it's time to look back on all of the highs and lows that this past theatre season has brought. BroadwayWorld is wrapping up the year by tributing our favorite moments of 2013, and in this series, we're highlighting 13 of our favorite musical moments on stage in just...
by Nicole Rosky - December 28, 2013
2014 is upon us, which means that it's time to look back on all of the highs and lows that this past theatre season has brought. BroadwayWorld is wrapping up the year by tributing our favorite moments of 2013, and in this series, we're highlighting 13 of our favorite musical moments on stage in just...
Aurora Theatre to Present LOMBARDI, 1/16-2/9
by Tyler Peterson - December 19, 2013
The Brand Signature Series at Aurora Theatre continues with Lombardi by Eric Simonson, based on the book When Pride Still Mattered - A Life of Vince Lombardi written by David Maraniss. The show runs January 16 through February 9, 2014. Although football's Super Bowl trophy is named for him, few know...
by Tyler Peterson - December 19, 2013
The Brand Signature Series at Aurora Theatre continues with Lombardi by Eric Simonson, based on the book When Pride Still Mattered - A Life of Vince Lombardi written by David Maraniss. The show runs January 16 through February 9, 2014. Although football's Super Bowl trophy is named for him, few know...
Susy Gage Releases Medical Thriller, 'Not Easy Being Green'
by Christina Mancuso - December 19, 2013
Finding a dead mouse in the lab is not usually such a big deal. But when the lab is a Biosafety Level-3 containment facility designed to keep things in and out, and when the mouse has a brain tumor that shines green under blue light, it's time to start worrying. When your graduate students start glo...
by Christina Mancuso - December 19, 2013
Finding a dead mouse in the lab is not usually such a big deal. But when the lab is a Biosafety Level-3 containment facility designed to keep things in and out, and when the mouse has a brain tumor that shines green under blue light, it's time to start worrying. When your graduate students start glo...
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