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SONGS FOR THE FALLEN and THE CALICO BUFFALO Top 2015 NYMF Awards for Excellence; All the Winners!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/28/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) announced the winners of the 2015 NYMF Awards for Excellence, which were awarded last night, July 27, 2015 at Urbo (11 Times Square). The full list of winners, plus photos from the ceremony, can be found below!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/28/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) announced the winners of the 2015 NYMF Awards for Excellence, which were awarded last night, July 27, 2015 at Urbo (11 Times Square). The full list of winners, plus photos from the ceremony, can be found below!
Photo Flash: First Look at KARAOKE BACCHAE, Starting Tonight as Part of Ice Factory 2015
by BWW News Desk - Off-Off-Broadway
(07/22/2015) - Artistic Director Robert Lyons presents the 22nd annual OBIE Award-winning Ice Factory Festival. Ice Factory 2015 takes place at New Ohio Theatre, located at 154 Christopher Street between Greenwich and Washington Streets in New York City. Ice Factory 2015 presents seven new works over seven weeks, running from now through August 8, 2015. Scroll down for a first look at KARAOKE BACCHAE, running tonight, July 22, through July 25!
by BWW News Desk - Off-Off-Broadway
(07/22/2015) - Artistic Director Robert Lyons presents the 22nd annual OBIE Award-winning Ice Factory Festival. Ice Factory 2015 takes place at New Ohio Theatre, located at 154 Christopher Street between Greenwich and Washington Streets in New York City. Ice Factory 2015 presents seven new works over seven weeks, running from now through August 8, 2015. Scroll down for a first look at KARAOKE BACCHAE, running tonight, July 22, through July 25!
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal for DEATH OF THE PERSIAN PRINCE at MITF
by BWW News Desk - Off-Off-Broadway
(07/22/2015) - DMoss Productions, in association with The Midtown International Theatre Festival, will present the world premiere of DEATH OF THE PERSIAN PRINCE, a new play that dramatizes the real-life story of thousands of gay Iranians who have changed genders to avoid execution by the Iranian government. Written and directed by Dewey Moss (The Crusade of Connor Stephens, A Normal Life), DEATH OF THEPERSIAN PRINCE is a haunting tale about the power of the human spirit. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal below!
by BWW News Desk - Off-Off-Broadway
(07/22/2015) - DMoss Productions, in association with The Midtown International Theatre Festival, will present the world premiere of DEATH OF THE PERSIAN PRINCE, a new play that dramatizes the real-life story of thousands of gay Iranians who have changed genders to avoid execution by the Iranian government. Written and directed by Dewey Moss (The Crusade of Connor Stephens, A Normal Life), DEATH OF THEPERSIAN PRINCE is a haunting tale about the power of the human spirit. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal below!
Photo Flash: SONGS FOR THE FALLEN Celebrates Opening at NYMF
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/22/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Producer-Director Shane Anthony present SONGS FOR THE FALLEN, with music and lyrics by Sheridan Harbridge and Basil Hogios and book by Sheridan Harbridge, direct from its hugely successful runs in Sydney and Brisbane in Australia, as part of the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival. Sheridan Harbridgestars. Simon Corfield, Garth Holcombe and Basil Hogios are featured in the cast. Performances run now through July 27 at Theater 3, located at 311 West 43rd Street (between 8th and 9th Avenues). The show opened last night, July 21, and BroadwayWorld has photos from the curtain call below!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/22/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Producer-Director Shane Anthony present SONGS FOR THE FALLEN, with music and lyrics by Sheridan Harbridge and Basil Hogios and book by Sheridan Harbridge, direct from its hugely successful runs in Sydney and Brisbane in Australia, as part of the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival. Sheridan Harbridgestars. Simon Corfield, Garth Holcombe and Basil Hogios are featured in the cast. Performances run now through July 27 at Theater 3, located at 311 West 43rd Street (between 8th and 9th Avenues). The show opened last night, July 21, and BroadwayWorld has photos from the curtain call below!
Photo Flash: Invisible Familiars, Monica Bill Barnes & More Celebrate Accabonac House
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/22/2015) - Artistic Director Alex Kilgore hosted a launch party and first annual silent auction to benefit Accabonac House yesterday, July 21, 2015 at Ashawagh Hall (780 Springs Fireplace Road, East Hampton, NY). The silent auction featured art by Gibby Haynes, Jim Tozzi, and Dan Witz, with music by Invisible Familiars, and a special performance of Happy Hour by Monica Bill Barnes Company. Scroll down for photos from the event!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/22/2015) - Artistic Director Alex Kilgore hosted a launch party and first annual silent auction to benefit Accabonac House yesterday, July 21, 2015 at Ashawagh Hall (780 Springs Fireplace Road, East Hampton, NY). The silent auction featured art by Gibby Haynes, Jim Tozzi, and Dan Witz, with music by Invisible Familiars, and a special performance of Happy Hour by Monica Bill Barnes Company. Scroll down for photos from the event!
Photo Flash: 2015 Fire Island Dance Festival Breaks Records with Nearly $545K Raised
by BWW News Desk - Broadway
(07/21/2015) - Fire Island Dance Festival returned for its 21st edition July 17-19, 2015, with some of the most talked-about world-class dance companies, raising a record-breaking $544,555 for Dancers Responding to AIDS, a program of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. The festival, performed outdoors on the picture-perfect shores of the Great South Bay in Fire Island Pines, included the world premieres of five works. Scroll down for photos from the performances!
by BWW News Desk - Broadway
(07/21/2015) - Fire Island Dance Festival returned for its 21st edition July 17-19, 2015, with some of the most talked-about world-class dance companies, raising a record-breaking $544,555 for Dancers Responding to AIDS, a program of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. The festival, performed outdoors on the picture-perfect shores of the Great South Bay in Fire Island Pines, included the world premieres of five works. Scroll down for photos from the performances!
Photo Flash: KINKY BOOTS Boys Help Broadway Serves & Children's Aid Society's 2015 Toiletry Drive
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/10/2015) - On Thursday, July 9, 2015, BROADWAY SERVES kicked off its summer-long partnership with the Children's Aid Society. Child volunteers from the theater community teamed up with CAS' kindergarten-3rd grade campers to fill and decorate toiletry bags. These toiletries will be donated to formerly homeless residents currently living in an Urban Pathways facility. Scroll down for a look at KINKY BOOTS cast members/alumni Jeremy Villas, D'Andre Lee and Douglas Baldeo volunteering their time for the cause!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/10/2015) - On Thursday, July 9, 2015, BROADWAY SERVES kicked off its summer-long partnership with the Children's Aid Society. Child volunteers from the theater community teamed up with CAS' kindergarten-3rd grade campers to fill and decorate toiletry bags. These toiletries will be donated to formerly homeless residents currently living in an Urban Pathways facility. Scroll down for a look at KINKY BOOTS cast members/alumni Jeremy Villas, D'Andre Lee and Douglas Baldeo volunteering their time for the cause!
Photo Flash: NYMF 2015 Celebrates Opening Night at the Liberty Theater
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/09/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) 2015 celebrated its official opening night earlier this week on Tuesday, July 7th, at the Liberty Theater. The event runs through July 27th, 2015. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening festivities below!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/09/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) 2015 celebrated its official opening night earlier this week on Tuesday, July 7th, at the Liberty Theater. The event runs through July 27th, 2015. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening festivities below!
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at NYMF's WEARING BLACK in Rehearsals
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/08/2015) - THE NEW YORK MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL and DARK PROPHETS PRODUCTION LLC present the world premiere production of WEARING BLACK, winner Best Original Score at FRIGID New York, with book, music and lyrics by Riley Thomas (writer/composer of the sold out award-winning NYMF show STUCK, now a feature film starringGiancarlo Esposito, Amy Madigan and Ashanti.), music direction by Ben Caplan and directed by J. Scott Lapp(Broadway's Bonnie & Clyde; National Tours Murder for Two, Xanadu; Old Globe; La Jolla Playhouse; The Barn Stage Company). BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal below!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/08/2015) - THE NEW YORK MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL and DARK PROPHETS PRODUCTION LLC present the world premiere production of WEARING BLACK, winner Best Original Score at FRIGID New York, with book, music and lyrics by Riley Thomas (writer/composer of the sold out award-winning NYMF show STUCK, now a feature film starringGiancarlo Esposito, Amy Madigan and Ashanti.), music direction by Ben Caplan and directed by J. Scott Lapp(Broadway's Bonnie & Clyde; National Tours Murder for Two, Xanadu; Old Globe; La Jolla Playhouse; The Barn Stage Company). BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal below!
Photo Flash: ACAPPELLA Celebrates Opening Night at NYMF
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/08/2015) - ACAPPELLA, a musical about finding your own voice, conceived by Greg Cooper, with book by Vynnie Meli, music and lyrics by The Acappella Company, direction by Lee Summers and musical direction and arrangements by Evan Feist as an Invited Selection of the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival. The show opened last night, July 7, and continues at July 10, 11, 12 and 14 at the PTC Performance Space. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening festivities below!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/08/2015) - ACAPPELLA, a musical about finding your own voice, conceived by Greg Cooper, with book by Vynnie Meli, music and lyrics by The Acappella Company, direction by Lee Summers and musical direction and arrangements by Evan Feist as an Invited Selection of the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival. The show opened last night, July 7, and continues at July 10, 11, 12 and 14 at the PTC Performance Space. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening festivities below!
Photo Flash Exclusive: Inside the Sitzprobe for Joel B. New's NYMF Concert TO HELL AND BACK
by Tyler Peterson - New York City
(07/08/2015) - BroadwayWorld has an exclusive look inside the concert's sitzprobe, recently held at Euphoria Studios. Check out photos below!
by Tyler Peterson - New York City
(07/08/2015) - BroadwayWorld has an exclusive look inside the concert's sitzprobe, recently held at Euphoria Studios. Check out photos below!
Photo Flash: The Rhythms of One World 2015 Choral Festival Comes to a Close at Alice Tully Hall
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/06/2015) - On Monday, June 29th at 7:30 p.m. the hugely successful The Rhythms of One World 2015 Choral Festival (TROW2015) came to a close with a performance at Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center. The festival has been a global event celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the signing of the United Nations Charter, 'We the Peoples.' Scroll down for photos from the concert!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/06/2015) - On Monday, June 29th at 7:30 p.m. the hugely successful The Rhythms of One World 2015 Choral Festival (TROW2015) came to a close with a performance at Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center. The festival has been a global event celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the signing of the United Nations Charter, 'We the Peoples.' Scroll down for photos from the concert!
Photo Flash: Teen Historians Curate Free Pop-Up Exhibit on Governors Island
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/06/2015) - The New-York Historical Society to offer free pop-up exhibition on Governors Island, researched, curated and hosted by Teen Historians. Scroll down for a sneak peek!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/06/2015) - The New-York Historical Society to offer free pop-up exhibition on Governors Island, researched, curated and hosted by Teen Historians. Scroll down for a sneak peek!
Photo Flash: NYMF POPE! An Epic Musical Gives Sneak Peek at BROADWAY SESSIONS
by Sally Henry Fuller - Cabaret
(07/06/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Papal Productions/ Michael Chase Gosselin are pleased to welcome Gilbert L. Bailey II (The Book of Mormon), Sam Bolen (It's a Bird...it's Superman), Britney Coleman, Jason Edward Cook, Jarid Faubel (Yank!), Brian Flores, Megan Lewis (If/Them, Spider Man: Turn Off the Dark, Grey Gardens), Vasthy Mompoint (Rocky, Mary Poppins, Good Vibrations), Dylan S. Wallach and Ken Land (Victor/Victoria) to the cast of POPE! An Epic Musical, which returns to New York City as an Official Selection of the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival's Next Link Project. The company just performed a sneak peek concert for BROADWAY SESSIONS, and BroadwayWorld has photos below!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Cabaret
(07/06/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Papal Productions/ Michael Chase Gosselin are pleased to welcome Gilbert L. Bailey II (The Book of Mormon), Sam Bolen (It's a Bird...it's Superman), Britney Coleman, Jason Edward Cook, Jarid Faubel (Yank!), Brian Flores, Megan Lewis (If/Them, Spider Man: Turn Off the Dark, Grey Gardens), Vasthy Mompoint (Rocky, Mary Poppins, Good Vibrations), Dylan S. Wallach and Ken Land (Victor/Victoria) to the cast of POPE! An Epic Musical, which returns to New York City as an Official Selection of the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival's Next Link Project. The company just performed a sneak peek concert for BROADWAY SESSIONS, and BroadwayWorld has photos below!
Photo Coverage: Robert Davi Preps for Performance at National Mall with the National Symphony Orchestra
by Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(07/06/2015) - Robert Davi the award-winning actor, screenwriter, director, producer and jazz vocalist joined Barry Manilow who is headlining this year's Independence Day celebration on the National Mall, performing July 4th with the National Symphony Orchestra. Recently Will Friedwald interviewed Mr. Davi for a documentary at the Friars Club. Davi is hailed by many as one of today's great interpreters of the "Great American Songbook."
by Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(07/06/2015) - Robert Davi the award-winning actor, screenwriter, director, producer and jazz vocalist joined Barry Manilow who is headlining this year's Independence Day celebration on the National Mall, performing July 4th with the National Symphony Orchestra. Recently Will Friedwald interviewed Mr. Davi for a documentary at the Friars Club. Davi is hailed by many as one of today's great interpreters of the "Great American Songbook."
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with NYMF Opener MOSES MAN
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/01/2015) - DEEP Arts in association with The New York Musical Theatre Festival presents the NY Premiere of Moses Man with book & lyrics by Deborah Haber and music by Casey Filiaci, directed by Michael Bush. The show will be feature choreography by Wendy Seyb with musical direction by Don Kot. Moses Man will play from July 8-13, 2015 at the Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street). BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal below!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/01/2015) - DEEP Arts in association with The New York Musical Theatre Festival presents the NY Premiere of Moses Man with book & lyrics by Deborah Haber and music by Casey Filiaci, directed by Michael Bush. The show will be feature choreography by Wendy Seyb with musical direction by Don Kot. Moses Man will play from July 8-13, 2015 at the Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street). BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal below!
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at ACAPPELLA, Coming to NYMF This Month
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/01/2015) - ACAPPELLA, a musical about finding your own voice, conceived by Greg Cooper, with book by Vynnie Meli, music and lyrics by The Acappella Company, direction by Lee Summers and musical direction and arrangements by Evan Feist as an Invited Selection of the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival. Performances run Tuesday, July 7 at 7:00 pm, Friday, July 10 at 5:00 pm, Saturday, July 11 at 9:00 pm, Sunday, July 12 at 12:00 pm, Tuesday, July 14 at 1:00 pm at the PTC Performance Space. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast in action!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(07/01/2015) - ACAPPELLA, a musical about finding your own voice, conceived by Greg Cooper, with book by Vynnie Meli, music and lyrics by The Acappella Company, direction by Lee Summers and musical direction and arrangements by Evan Feist as an Invited Selection of the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival. Performances run Tuesday, July 7 at 7:00 pm, Friday, July 10 at 5:00 pm, Saturday, July 11 at 9:00 pm, Sunday, July 12 at 12:00 pm, Tuesday, July 14 at 1:00 pm at the PTC Performance Space. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast in action!
Photo Flash: MATILDA's Bailey Ryon Leads Workshop at A Class Act NY
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/30/2015) - Bailey Ryon, Tony Award winner for her role as MATILDA on Broadway, along with a top talent agent from Frontier Booking International (FBI), taught a four-hour musical theatre workshop at A Class Act NY, Manhattan's award-winning acting studio for kids and teens on Saturday, June 27. Scroll down for photos!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/30/2015) - Bailey Ryon, Tony Award winner for her role as MATILDA on Broadway, along with a top talent agent from Frontier Booking International (FBI), taught a four-hour musical theatre workshop at A Class Act NY, Manhattan's award-winning acting studio for kids and teens on Saturday, June 27. Scroll down for photos!
Photo Flash: First Look at SONGS FOR THE FALLEN at NYMF
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/29/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Producer-Director Shane Anthony are pleased to present SONGS FOR THE FALLEN, with music and lyrics by Sheridan Harbridge and Basil Hogios and book by Sheridan Harbridge, direct from its hugely successful runs in Sydney and Brisbane in Australia, as part of the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival. Sheridan Harbridge stars. Simon Corfield, Garth Holcombe and Basil Hogios are featured in the cast. Performances begin July 21 and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/29/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Producer-Director Shane Anthony are pleased to present SONGS FOR THE FALLEN, with music and lyrics by Sheridan Harbridge and Basil Hogios and book by Sheridan Harbridge, direct from its hugely successful runs in Sydney and Brisbane in Australia, as part of the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival. Sheridan Harbridge stars. Simon Corfield, Garth Holcombe and Basil Hogios are featured in the cast. Performances begin July 21 and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Photo Coverage: Brandy Norwood, Nate Berkus and More Help Bring Anaheim to the Big Apple
by Walter McBride - Los Angeles
(06/26/2015) - Broadway vet and singer Brandy Norwood and actor Nate Berkus were among those in attendance at this week's Anaheim/Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau unveiling of its new brand, bringing the sun and fun of Anaheim to the Big Apple, with experience Anaheim and Orange County 3D interactive virtual vacation. It all took place outside the flatiron Building on June 24, 2015 in New York City. BroadwayWorld was there and brings you photos from the event!
by Walter McBride - Los Angeles
(06/26/2015) - Broadway vet and singer Brandy Norwood and actor Nate Berkus were among those in attendance at this week's Anaheim/Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau unveiling of its new brand, bringing the sun and fun of Anaheim to the Big Apple, with experience Anaheim and Orange County 3D interactive virtual vacation. It all took place outside the flatiron Building on June 24, 2015 in New York City. BroadwayWorld was there and brings you photos from the event!
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at NYMF's WHAT DO CRITICS KNOW?
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/25/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival and MWG Productions, LLC are pleased to announce casting for WHAT DO CRITICS KNOW?, a new musical with music and lyrics by James Campodonico and Matthew Gurren a book by Matthew Gurren and direction by Michael Bello. The company includes Chris Gleim, Sarah Stevens, Mary Mossberg, Danny Bolero, Kimberly Doreen Burns, Ryan Knowles, Bruce Rebold, Jason Fleck, Prescott Seymour, Kaitlyn Frank, Lindsay Bayer, Sean Bell and Danny Harris Kornfeld. Scroll down for a peek at the cast in their preview concert below!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/25/2015) - The New York Musical Theatre Festival and MWG Productions, LLC are pleased to announce casting for WHAT DO CRITICS KNOW?, a new musical with music and lyrics by James Campodonico and Matthew Gurren a book by Matthew Gurren and direction by Michael Bello. The company includes Chris Gleim, Sarah Stevens, Mary Mossberg, Danny Bolero, Kimberly Doreen Burns, Ryan Knowles, Bruce Rebold, Jason Fleck, Prescott Seymour, Kaitlyn Frank, Lindsay Bayer, Sean Bell and Danny Harris Kornfeld. Scroll down for a peek at the cast in their preview concert below!
Photo Flash: NYMF Rings the NASDAQ Opening Bell
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/25/2015) - Executive Director and Producer of NYMF, Dan Markley, rang the NASDAQ opening bell today with the cast and creatives behind five of this year's productions -- Acappella, What Do Critics Know?, Songs for the Fallen, Pope! An Epic Musical, and Tonya & Nancy: The Rock Opera. Scroll down for photos!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/25/2015) - Executive Director and Producer of NYMF, Dan Markley, rang the NASDAQ opening bell today with the cast and creatives behind five of this year's productions -- Acappella, What Do Critics Know?, Songs for the Fallen, Pope! An Epic Musical, and Tonya & Nancy: The Rock Opera. Scroll down for photos!
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal for THE COBALTEANS at NYMF
by Nora Dominick - New York City
(06/23/2015) - THE COBALTEANS, a new musical featuring book and lyrics by Yianni Papadimos, music by Ben Chavez and additional music by Andrew Bridges and Yianni Papadimos, will be presented in the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival.
by Nora Dominick - New York City
(06/23/2015) - THE COBALTEANS, a new musical featuring book and lyrics by Yianni Papadimos, music by Ben Chavez and additional music by Andrew Bridges and Yianni Papadimos, will be presented in the 2015 New York Musical Theatre Festival.
Photo Coverage: The New York Pops Celebrates New Summer Home at Forest Hills Stadium
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(06/20/2015) - The New York Pops celebrated its new summer home with a launch event at Forest Hills Stadium this week, June 18, 2015. BroadwayWorld was there and brings you photos from the festivities below!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(06/20/2015) - The New York Pops celebrated its new summer home with a launch event at Forest Hills Stadium this week, June 18, 2015. BroadwayWorld was there and brings you photos from the festivities below!
Photo Flash: Step Right Up! Sneak Peek at City Parks' 2015 SummerStage Circus Festival
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/18/2015) - Circus comes to New York City as part of City Parks Foundation's SummerStage Kids International Contemporary Circus Festival, with free performances in all five boroughs from June 26 - August 17, 2015. New Yorkers will be dazzled by Bollywood-style juggling, hoop diving and partner acrobatics shows specially designed to entertain all ages! The circus programs introduce New York City youth to contemporary circus, a growing genre that incorporates physical theater, dance and acrobatics. Scroll down for a sneak peek at some of the acts!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/18/2015) - Circus comes to New York City as part of City Parks Foundation's SummerStage Kids International Contemporary Circus Festival, with free performances in all five boroughs from June 26 - August 17, 2015. New Yorkers will be dazzled by Bollywood-style juggling, hoop diving and partner acrobatics shows specially designed to entertain all ages! The circus programs introduce New York City youth to contemporary circus, a growing genre that incorporates physical theater, dance and acrobatics. Scroll down for a sneak peek at some of the acts!
Photo Coverage: An Evening with Gianni Russo at Le Cirque
by Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(06/18/2015) - Last night at the legendary Le Cirque, Gianni Russo dropped his tough guy image and created a musical fun filled evening. The Cafe was packed and Gianni with his 4 piece band created a fantastic party as he went through the Sinatra American Songbook. Some of his celebrity friends were "coaxed" by Gianni to join in. Although remembered most for his portrayal of Carlo Rizzi in "The Godfather", his first acting job, his career has spanned over 40 films including such hits as The Freshman, Rush Hour, Any Given Sunday and Sea Biscuit as well as television roles in Kojak, The Rockford Files and Prison Break. And most recent.. due out this fall "Send No Flowers". Russo believes it's his crooning that separates him from the mob of other on-screen wise guys.
by Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(06/18/2015) - Last night at the legendary Le Cirque, Gianni Russo dropped his tough guy image and created a musical fun filled evening. The Cafe was packed and Gianni with his 4 piece band created a fantastic party as he went through the Sinatra American Songbook. Some of his celebrity friends were "coaxed" by Gianni to join in. Although remembered most for his portrayal of Carlo Rizzi in "The Godfather", his first acting job, his career has spanned over 40 films including such hits as The Freshman, Rush Hour, Any Given Sunday and Sea Biscuit as well as television roles in Kojak, The Rockford Files and Prison Break. And most recent.. due out this fall "Send No Flowers". Russo believes it's his crooning that separates him from the mob of other on-screen wise guys.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at New Ohio Theatre's 2015 Ice Factory Festival - IDIOT, HOLDEN and More
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/17/2015) - Artistic Director Robert Lyons proudly presents the 22nd annual OBIE Award-winning Ice Factory Festival. Ice Factory 2015 takes place at New Ohio Theatre, located at 154 Christopher Street between Greenwich and Washington Streets in New York City. Ice Factory 2015 will present seven new works over seven weeks, running from June 24 - August 8, 2015. Scroll down for a sneak peek at this year's lineup!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/17/2015) - Artistic Director Robert Lyons proudly presents the 22nd annual OBIE Award-winning Ice Factory Festival. Ice Factory 2015 takes place at New Ohio Theatre, located at 154 Christopher Street between Greenwich and Washington Streets in New York City. Ice Factory 2015 will present seven new works over seven weeks, running from June 24 - August 8, 2015. Scroll down for a sneak peek at this year's lineup!
Photo Coverage: All-Star Cast Honors The Great Edith Piaf at 54 Below
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Cabaret
(06/14/2015) - 54 Below presented EDITH PIAF: An All-Star Centennial Celebration, performed by award-winning Broadway and nightclub Stars, and it was produced, written, and hosted by New York impresario Scott Siegel, who has created more than 100 major concerts in venues such as Town Hall and Jazz at Lincoln Center.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Cabaret
(06/14/2015) - 54 Below presented EDITH PIAF: An All-Star Centennial Celebration, performed by award-winning Broadway and nightclub Stars, and it was produced, written, and hosted by New York impresario Scott Siegel, who has created more than 100 major concerts in venues such as Town Hall and Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Photo Coverage: Danielle Hope Returns to 54 Below to Celebrate Live Album Release
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Cabaret
(06/13/2015) - Danielle Hope brought her one-woman show, BRING THE FUTURE FASTER back to 54 Below to celebrate the release of her new live album which was recorded at the club back in February, and BroadwayWorld was on hand to snap photos from the evening. Check them out below!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Cabaret
(06/13/2015) - Danielle Hope brought her one-woman show, BRING THE FUTURE FASTER back to 54 Below to celebrate the release of her new live album which was recorded at the club back in February, and BroadwayWorld was on hand to snap photos from the evening. Check them out below!
Photo Coverage: Michele Lee Brings Cy Coleman Tribute to 54 Below
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Cabaret
(06/13/2015) - Michelle Lee is performing NOBODY DOES IT LIKE ME, THE MUSIC OF CY COLEMAN, this weekend, and BroadwayWorld was on hand to snap some pictures from the evening. Check them out below!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Cabaret
(06/13/2015) - Michelle Lee is performing NOBODY DOES IT LIKE ME, THE MUSIC OF CY COLEMAN, this weekend, and BroadwayWorld was on hand to snap some pictures from the evening. Check them out below!
Photo Flash: Whoopi Goldberg, Matthew Morrison & Chelsea Clinton Speak at 2015 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/12/2015) - In attendance at last night's 2015 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards National Ceremony at the world-famous Carnegie Hall in New York City were Whoopi Goldberg, Matthew Morrison and Chelsea Clinton. All three took to the stage to encourage 900 of the nation's most talented young artists and writers to continue down their creative paths. Scroll down for photos from the event!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/12/2015) - In attendance at last night's 2015 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards National Ceremony at the world-famous Carnegie Hall in New York City were Whoopi Goldberg, Matthew Morrison and Chelsea Clinton. All three took to the stage to encourage 900 of the nation's most talented young artists and writers to continue down their creative paths. Scroll down for photos from the event!
Photo Flash: Tyson Beckford, Taye Diggs, Tituss Burgess and More Attend 2015 Ailey Spirit Gala
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/11/2015) - Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 2015 Lincoln Center engagement kicked off with a star-studded Ailey Spirit Gala on Wednesday, June 10th. The one-night-only benefit performance and party honoring the Ford Foundation and sponsored by FedEx featured supermodel and actor Tyson Beckford as Honorary Chair. Gala Co-Chairs were Gina F. Adams, Ricki Lander, Almaz & Marc S. Strachan, Pamela Zilly & John Schaefer and Daria L. & Eric J. Wallach, and the Vice Chairs were Michele & Timothy Barakett, Dr. N. Anthony & Robyn Coles, and Leslie & Tom Maheras. The evening helped raise over $1 million for Ailey's extensive educational programs for young people, including AileyCamp and scholarships to The Ailey School. Scroll down for photos from the event!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/11/2015) - Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 2015 Lincoln Center engagement kicked off with a star-studded Ailey Spirit Gala on Wednesday, June 10th. The one-night-only benefit performance and party honoring the Ford Foundation and sponsored by FedEx featured supermodel and actor Tyson Beckford as Honorary Chair. Gala Co-Chairs were Gina F. Adams, Ricki Lander, Almaz & Marc S. Strachan, Pamela Zilly & John Schaefer and Daria L. & Eric J. Wallach, and the Vice Chairs were Michele & Timothy Barakett, Dr. N. Anthony & Robyn Coles, and Leslie & Tom Maheras. The evening helped raise over $1 million for Ailey's extensive educational programs for young people, including AileyCamp and scholarships to The Ailey School. Scroll down for photos from the event!
Photo Flash: NYC Parks Partners with NYC Department of Design & Construction to Re-Open High Bridge
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/09/2015) - NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver, FAICP, DDC Commissioner Dr. Feniosky Peña-Mora and Congressman Jose E. Serrano celebrated the reopening of the High Bridge today. Scroll down for photos!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/09/2015) - NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver, FAICP, DDC Commissioner Dr. Feniosky Peña-Mora and Congressman Jose E. Serrano celebrated the reopening of the High Bridge today. Scroll down for photos!
Photo Coverage: ALAN CUMMING SINGS SAPPY SONGS at Cafe Carlyle
by Stephen Sorokoff - Cabaret
(06/06/2015) - Having garnered acclaim for his performances on stage and screen, Alan Cumming made his Cafe Carlyle debut this week for a two-week engagement, June 2-13 and Broadwayworld was of course on the scene to snap some pics. Check them out below!
by Stephen Sorokoff - Cabaret
(06/06/2015) - Having garnered acclaim for his performances on stage and screen, Alan Cumming made his Cafe Carlyle debut this week for a two-week engagement, June 2-13 and Broadwayworld was of course on the scene to snap some pics. Check them out below!
Photo Flash: ALADDIN's Adam Jacobs and Courtney Reed Teach Audition Masterclass
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/04/2015) - Aladdin Stars Adam Jacobs (Aladdin) and Courtney Reed (Princess Jasmine) and Broadway Star Albert Guerzon (Honeymoon in Vegas) taught an Audition Technique Masterclass at A Class Act NY on May 16, 2015. Scroll down for photos from the class!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/04/2015) - Aladdin Stars Adam Jacobs (Aladdin) and Courtney Reed (Princess Jasmine) and Broadway Star Albert Guerzon (Honeymoon in Vegas) taught an Audition Technique Masterclass at A Class Act NY on May 16, 2015. Scroll down for photos from the class!
Photo Flash: Tommy Tune, Shannon Elizabeth and More Celebrate Tamsen Fadal's 'THE NEW SINGLE' Book Launch
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/03/2015) - The launch party for Tamsen Fadal's new book: THE NEW SINGLE: Finding, Fixing & Falling Back In Love With Yourself was held Tuesday, June 2nd at Urbo Restaurant in Times Square. Tamsen Fadal is an author, & seven-time Emmy-winning Anchor, for PIX 11 News at 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Scroll down for photos from the festivities!
by BWW News Desk - New York City
(06/03/2015) - The launch party for Tamsen Fadal's new book: THE NEW SINGLE: Finding, Fixing & Falling Back In Love With Yourself was held Tuesday, June 2nd at Urbo Restaurant in Times Square. Tamsen Fadal is an author, & seven-time Emmy-winning Anchor, for PIX 11 News at 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Scroll down for photos from the festivities!
Photo Flash: First Look at 5th Annual Gershwin Award Winners 2015
by Matt Smith - New York City
(06/03/2015) - New York City. May 30, 2015-The 5th annual Gershwin Awards, a celebration of outstanding achievement in musical theater performance by high school students, was held on today at Chelsea Studios to select the Best Leading Actress and Best Leading Actor in the Greater New York City metropolitan area.
by Matt Smith - New York City
(06/03/2015) - New York City. May 30, 2015-The 5th annual Gershwin Awards, a celebration of outstanding achievement in musical theater performance by high school students, was held on today at Chelsea Studios to select the Best Leading Actress and Best Leading Actor in the Greater New York City metropolitan area.
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