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Photo Coverage: Lady Gaga Pays Tribute to Liza Minnelli at Madison Square Garden
by Robert Diamond - February 23, 2011
In the audience at last night's concert were special guests, including Marisa Tomei and Liza Minnelli. Lady Gaga recognized both from the stage, and told a story to the audience about how Minnelli was an inspiration to her. She talked about her origins at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, mentioning h...
by Robert Diamond - February 23, 2011
In the audience at last night's concert were special guests, including Marisa Tomei and Liza Minnelli. Lady Gaga recognized both from the stage, and told a story to the audience about how Minnelli was an inspiration to her. She talked about her origins at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, mentioning h...
Songwriters Hall of Fame Announces 2011 Inductees Including Brooks, Russell & More
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 22, 2011
Musical titans John Bettis, Garth Brooks, Leon Russell, Billy Steinberg & Tom Kelly and Allen Toussaint will become the newest members of the Songwriters Hall of Fame at the organization's 42nd Annual Induction and Awards Dinner. ...
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 22, 2011
Musical titans John Bettis, Garth Brooks, Leon Russell, Billy Steinberg & Tom Kelly and Allen Toussaint will become the newest members of the Songwriters Hall of Fame at the organization's 42nd Annual Induction and Awards Dinner. ...
Lady Gaga's NYC Concert to Be Taped by HBO, 2/21-22
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2011
ady Gaga, five-time Grammy winner, will headline her first solo HBO concert event on SATURDAY, MAY 7, it was announced today by Sue Naegle, president, HBO Entertainment. Taping Feb. 21 and 22 at Madison Square Garden in her hometown of New York City, LADY GAGA PRESENTS THE MONSTER BALL TOUR AT MADIS...
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2011
ady Gaga, five-time Grammy winner, will headline her first solo HBO concert event on SATURDAY, MAY 7, it was announced today by Sue Naegle, president, HBO Entertainment. Taping Feb. 21 and 22 at Madison Square Garden in her hometown of New York City, LADY GAGA PRESENTS THE MONSTER BALL TOUR AT MADIS...
Lady Gaga's NYC Concert to Be Taped by HBO, 2/21-22
by Nicole Rosky - February 15, 2011
ady Gaga, five-time Grammy winner, will headline her first solo HBO concert event on SATURDAY, MAY 7, it was announced today by Sue Naegle, president, HBO Entertainment. Taping Feb. 21 and 22 at Madison Square Garden in her hometown of New York City, LADY GAGA PRESENTS THE MONSTER BALL TOUR AT MADIS...
by Nicole Rosky - February 15, 2011
ady Gaga, five-time Grammy winner, will headline her first solo HBO concert event on SATURDAY, MAY 7, it was announced today by Sue Naegle, president, HBO Entertainment. Taping Feb. 21 and 22 at Madison Square Garden in her hometown of New York City, LADY GAGA PRESENTS THE MONSTER BALL TOUR AT MADIS...
Andrea Bocelli to Make Met Recital Debut 2/13/2011
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2011
Andrea Bocelli will make his solo recital debut at the Metropolitan Opera House on Sunday, February 13, 2011 at 5:00 p.m....
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2011
Andrea Bocelli will make his solo recital debut at the Metropolitan Opera House on Sunday, February 13, 2011 at 5:00 p.m....
Gloria Gaynor Awarded The Golden Camera from Hoerzu for her Lifetime Achievement
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2011
This year, the trend-setter and figurehead of dance music will receive the 2011 Golden Camera from Hoerzu in the category 'Lifetime Achievement Music.'...
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2011
This year, the trend-setter and figurehead of dance music will receive the 2011 Golden Camera from Hoerzu in the category 'Lifetime Achievement Music.'...
Gloria Gaynor Awarded The Golden Camera from Hoerzu for her Lifetime Achievement
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 01, 2011
This year, the trend-setter and figurehead of dance music will receive the 2011 Golden Camera from Hoerzu in the category 'Lifetime Achievement Music.'...
by Gabrielle Sierra - February 01, 2011
This year, the trend-setter and figurehead of dance music will receive the 2011 Golden Camera from Hoerzu in the category 'Lifetime Achievement Music.'...
Seattle Theatre Group Features James Blunt, 5/8
by Nicole Rosky - January 18, 2011
Seattle Theatre Group (STG) presents James Blunt, with special guest Christina Perri, on Sunday, May 8, 2011 at 7:00pm at the Moore Theatre....
by Nicole Rosky - January 18, 2011
Seattle Theatre Group (STG) presents James Blunt, with special guest Christina Perri, on Sunday, May 8, 2011 at 7:00pm at the Moore Theatre....
GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Nina Lafarga of 'Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown'
by Adrienne Onofri - November 04, 2010
Nina, who's danced with many pop stars, goes from the Heights to the verge for her 4th Broadway show....
by Adrienne Onofri - November 04, 2010
Nina, who's danced with many pop stars, goes from the Heights to the verge for her 4th Broadway show....
The State Theatre Presents The Script 10/22
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2010
Buddy Guy, the legendary Chicago blues guitarist and showman known for his riveting, virtuoso playing and fervent vocals, performs at Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010....
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2010
Buddy Guy, the legendary Chicago blues guitarist and showman known for his riveting, virtuoso playing and fervent vocals, performs at Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010....
The State Theatre Presents Buddy Guy 10/16, The Script 10/22
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2010
Buddy Guy, the legendary Chicago blues guitarist and showman known for his riveting, virtuoso playing and fervent vocals, performs at Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010....
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2010
Buddy Guy, the legendary Chicago blues guitarist and showman known for his riveting, virtuoso playing and fervent vocals, performs at Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010....
Marc Shaiman & Mariah Carey Team Up on Studio Album
by Jessica Lewis - August 25, 2010
According to Showbiz411.com, Mariah Carey has enlisted the assistance of Broadway composer Marc Shaiman (Hairspray) on her new studio album, which is being produced by Randy Jackson. A five-time Oscar nominee, Shaiman has a history of collaborating with some of the best recording artists, including ...
by Jessica Lewis - August 25, 2010
According to Showbiz411.com, Mariah Carey has enlisted the assistance of Broadway composer Marc Shaiman (Hairspray) on her new studio album, which is being produced by Randy Jackson. A five-time Oscar nominee, Shaiman has a history of collaborating with some of the best recording artists, including ...
Andrea Bocelli to Make Met Recital Debut 2/13/2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 23, 2010
Andrea Bocelli will make his solo recital debut at the Metropolitan Opera House on Sunday, February 13, 2011 at 5:00 p.m....
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 23, 2010
Andrea Bocelli will make his solo recital debut at the Metropolitan Opera House on Sunday, February 13, 2011 at 5:00 p.m....
Usher To Perform On SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE 6/17
by Charlie Piane - June 17, 2010
Pop superstar Usher will sing his latest hit, 'OMG,' during the first live results show of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE airing tonight, Thursday, June 17 (9:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed), on FOX. Also on tonight's show, acclaimed dance duo Karine Plantadit and Keith Roberts will take the stage ...
by Charlie Piane - June 17, 2010
Pop superstar Usher will sing his latest hit, 'OMG,' during the first live results show of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE airing tonight, Thursday, June 17 (9:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed), on FOX. Also on tonight's show, acclaimed dance duo Karine Plantadit and Keith Roberts will take the stage ...
STAGE TUBE: Mel B. Talks SPICE GIRLS Musical
by Jessica Lewis - June 08, 2010
Former Spice Girl Melanie Brown (aka Mel B.) recently appeared on Good Day LA, during which she confirmed that the girl band is currently at work developing a Spice Girls Musical with Judy Cramer, creator and producer of the ABBA musical hit, MAMMA MIA! Click below for the segment....
by Jessica Lewis - June 08, 2010
Former Spice Girl Melanie Brown (aka Mel B.) recently appeared on Good Day LA, during which she confirmed that the girl band is currently at work developing a Spice Girls Musical with Judy Cramer, creator and producer of the ABBA musical hit, MAMMA MIA! Click below for the segment....
Arena Stage Presents DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES Through 5/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010
Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys a...
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010
Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys a...
Arena Stage's DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES Closes 5/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010
Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys a...
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010
Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys a...
Arena Stage Presents DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES Through 5/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 21, 2010
Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys a...
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 21, 2010
Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys a...
The State Theatre Presents Buddy Guy 10/16, The Script 10/22
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 20, 2010
Buddy Guy, the legendary Chicago blues guitarist and showman known for his riveting, virtuoso playing and fervent vocals, performs at Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010....
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 20, 2010
Buddy Guy, the legendary Chicago blues guitarist and showman known for his riveting, virtuoso playing and fervent vocals, performs at Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010....
Arena Stage Presents DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES 4/9-5/30
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2010
Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys a...
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2010
Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys a...
RIALTO CHATTER: Lewis to Portray Mariah Carey in New Biopic Musical?
by Rialto Chatter - March 29, 2010
According to numerous published reports, Mariah Carey may be immortalized in a new musical about her life and, allegedly, the famous singer is hoping to be portrayed on Broadway by Leona Lewis. A spokesperson for Carey reveals: 'Mariah is in talks for a Broadway musical to be made about her life in ...
by Rialto Chatter - March 29, 2010
According to numerous published reports, Mariah Carey may be immortalized in a new musical about her life and, allegedly, the famous singer is hoping to be portrayed on Broadway by Leona Lewis. A spokesperson for Carey reveals: 'Mariah is in talks for a Broadway musical to be made about her life in ...
Arena Stage Presents DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES 4/9-5/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 19, 2010
Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys a...
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 19, 2010
Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys a...
Celine Dion Returns to Caesars Palace for 3-Year Run Beginning Mar. 2011
by Jessica Lewis - February 10, 2010
Contact Music has revealed that songbird Celine Dion will be stepping into the three-year contract at Las Vegas' Caesar's Palace that had been offered to - and turned down by - Barbra Streisand, as BroadwayWorld reported yesterday. While Streisand was reportedly offered $100 million, Dion's figure ...
by Jessica Lewis - February 10, 2010
Contact Music has revealed that songbird Celine Dion will be stepping into the three-year contract at Las Vegas' Caesar's Palace that had been offered to - and turned down by - Barbra Streisand, as BroadwayWorld reported yesterday. While Streisand was reportedly offered $100 million, Dion's figure ...
GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Jeffrey Page of 'Fela!'
by Adrienne Onofri - February 02, 2010
An African dance specialist, Jeffrey gave up a Hollywood choreography career to join the Nigeria-set musical....
by Adrienne Onofri - February 02, 2010
An African dance specialist, Jeffrey gave up a Hollywood choreography career to join the Nigeria-set musical....
MAMMA MIA! Producer Judy Craymer Signs on for SPICE GIRLS Musical
by Jessica Lewis - January 21, 2010
Judy Craymer, producer of the global film and theatre smash hit, Mamma Mia!, has announced an agreement with Simon Fuller's new XIX company, The Spice Girls and Universal Music. Judy Craymer Productions is to create and produce a new musical, under the working title Viva Forever, based on the songs ...
by Jessica Lewis - January 21, 2010
Judy Craymer, producer of the global film and theatre smash hit, Mamma Mia!, has announced an agreement with Simon Fuller's new XIX company, The Spice Girls and Universal Music. Judy Craymer Productions is to create and produce a new musical, under the working title Viva Forever, based on the songs ...
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