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Photo Flash: Paul Byrom Releases Album; Plays B.B. Kings 11/18
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Ireland
(11/10/2011) - Celtic Thunder has been one of the great musical phenomena of the past decade. Since their debut in 2007, the Irish vocalist supergroup has conquered the world, becoming PBS favorites and topping the world music charts in the U.S. and top concert attractions everywhere. Original Celtic Thunder vocalist Paul Byrom decided in Fall of 2010 to leave the group, in order to re-locate to the States and launch his worldwide solo career with a new solo recording. The resulting album, THIS IS THE MOMENT will be released by Shanachie Entertainment on November 8, 2011 to coincide with Paul Byrom's first solo North American tour. The CD is now available for pre order on Amazon.com.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Ireland
(11/10/2011) - Celtic Thunder has been one of the great musical phenomena of the past decade. Since their debut in 2007, the Irish vocalist supergroup has conquered the world, becoming PBS favorites and topping the world music charts in the U.S. and top concert attractions everywhere. Original Celtic Thunder vocalist Paul Byrom decided in Fall of 2010 to leave the group, in order to re-locate to the States and launch his worldwide solo career with a new solo recording. The resulting album, THIS IS THE MOMENT will be released by Shanachie Entertainment on November 8, 2011 to coincide with Paul Byrom's first solo North American tour. The CD is now available for pre order on Amazon.com.
Photo Flash: Carson Kressley, et al. Celebrate Aids Service Center
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(11/08/2011) - AIDS Service Center NYC (Sharen Duke, CEO) celebrated 20 years of positive change at their 20th Anniversary Gala on Monday, November 7, 2011 at Bryant Park Grill (25 West 40th Street). AIDS Service Center NYC helps HIV-positive New Yorkers, and those at risk, get a second chance to take charge of their health and rebuild their lives with programs that foster self-respect, personal responsibility, and connection to community.
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(11/08/2011) - AIDS Service Center NYC (Sharen Duke, CEO) celebrated 20 years of positive change at their 20th Anniversary Gala on Monday, November 7, 2011 at Bryant Park Grill (25 West 40th Street). AIDS Service Center NYC helps HIV-positive New Yorkers, and those at risk, get a second chance to take charge of their health and rebuild their lives with programs that foster self-respect, personal responsibility, and connection to community.
Photo Flash: BMI Hosts Musical Theatre Workshop Showcase
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(11/08/2011) - Musical theatre enthusiasts eager for new offerings from bourgeoning songwriters were treated to a smorgasbord of songs at the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop biannual showcase, held November 3 at the Marjorie S Deane Little Theatre in New York. The showcase, presented in association with the Musical Mondays Theatre Lab, featured 14 new songs from a crop of lyricists and composers who are members of the Workshop, deemed 'the Harvard of musical theatre' by the New York Times.
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(11/08/2011) - Musical theatre enthusiasts eager for new offerings from bourgeoning songwriters were treated to a smorgasbord of songs at the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop biannual showcase, held November 3 at the Marjorie S Deane Little Theatre in New York. The showcase, presented in association with the Musical Mondays Theatre Lab, featured 14 new songs from a crop of lyricists and composers who are members of the Workshop, deemed 'the Harvard of musical theatre' by the New York Times.
Photo Flash: Lea Michele, Jennifer Lopez, et al. at Glamour Women of the Year Awards
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(11/08/2011) - Each autumn, the magazine organizes the 'Glamour Woman of the Year Awards' which recognize women in the public eye. In 2007 Lorena Ochoa won a Woman of the Year award. The 21st Annual Glamour Women of the Year Awards were held at Carnegie Hall. Check out photos from the event below!
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(11/08/2011) - Each autumn, the magazine organizes the 'Glamour Woman of the Year Awards' which recognize women in the public eye. In 2007 Lorena Ochoa won a Woman of the Year award. The 21st Annual Glamour Women of the Year Awards were held at Carnegie Hall. Check out photos from the event below!
Photo Coverage: The American Songbook Project Presents NAME THAT TUNE Benefit
by Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(11/07/2011) - On Friday, November 4th, The American Songbook Project held its annual signature event, their 'Name That Tune' benefit at the historic Hudson Theater in New York. Their mission is to preserve the American Songbook by bringing professional singers in the NYC schools. This year they honored Broadway composer Jerry Herman and Guild Hall (East Hampton), both of whom celebrated their 80th birthdays this year. Liz Smith emceed the Jerry Herman tribute and her passionate, loving remarks about her friend included 'It is said by show biz insiders that Jerry is so universal the you just hear a song of his once and you can hum it or sing it. And you probably can't stop. That is pretty damned great. He is universal in the musical theater, the songsmith of modern American life.' Mr. Herman's tribute included performances by James Darrah recreating his role of Ambrose Kemper from the last Carol Channing revival of Hello Dolly singing 'It Only Takes a Moment;' Meredith Patterson and Jeffry Denman performing 'Tap Your Troubles Away' from Mack and Mabel; and Andrea McArdle singing 'If He Walked into My Life Today' from Mame accompanied movingly by nine-year old Kyrian Friedenberg on trumpet.
by Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(11/07/2011) - On Friday, November 4th, The American Songbook Project held its annual signature event, their 'Name That Tune' benefit at the historic Hudson Theater in New York. Their mission is to preserve the American Songbook by bringing professional singers in the NYC schools. This year they honored Broadway composer Jerry Herman and Guild Hall (East Hampton), both of whom celebrated their 80th birthdays this year. Liz Smith emceed the Jerry Herman tribute and her passionate, loving remarks about her friend included 'It is said by show biz insiders that Jerry is so universal the you just hear a song of his once and you can hum it or sing it. And you probably can't stop. That is pretty damned great. He is universal in the musical theater, the songsmith of modern American life.' Mr. Herman's tribute included performances by James Darrah recreating his role of Ambrose Kemper from the last Carol Channing revival of Hello Dolly singing 'It Only Takes a Moment;' Meredith Patterson and Jeffry Denman performing 'Tap Your Troubles Away' from Mack and Mabel; and Andrea McArdle singing 'If He Walked into My Life Today' from Mame accompanied movingly by nine-year old Kyrian Friedenberg on trumpet.
Photo Flash: Barbara Walsh, Stephanie D'Abruzzo in Sold-Out Benefit Reading
by Lauren Wolman - New York City
(11/06/2011) - Broadway stars Barbara Walsh (Company) and Stephanie D'Abruzzo (Avenue Q) performed in a sold-out benefit reading of A. R. Gurney's classic play, The Dining Room. Also in the cast were Bill Connington (Zombie), David M. Lutken, (Inherit the Wind), Annmarie Benedict (Robeson) and Tony Wolf (The Action Room).
by Lauren Wolman - New York City
(11/06/2011) - Broadway stars Barbara Walsh (Company) and Stephanie D'Abruzzo (Avenue Q) performed in a sold-out benefit reading of A. R. Gurney's classic play, The Dining Room. Also in the cast were Bill Connington (Zombie), David M. Lutken, (Inherit the Wind), Annmarie Benedict (Robeson) and Tony Wolf (The Action Room).
Photo Flash: DATE ME! Joins Crowds at Occupy Wall Street
by Gabrielle Sierra - Chicago
(10/26/2011) - SALOMEE SPEELT, in their Chicago debut, and co-producer ShPIeL-Performing Identity are proud to announce the Chicago premieres of two productions, Jean Cocteau's The Sound Of Silence and Noémi Schlosser's DATE ME! at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Avenue, November 16 - December 18.
by Gabrielle Sierra - Chicago
(10/26/2011) - SALOMEE SPEELT, in their Chicago debut, and co-producer ShPIeL-Performing Identity are proud to announce the Chicago premieres of two productions, Jean Cocteau's The Sound Of Silence and Noémi Schlosser's DATE ME! at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Avenue, November 16 - December 18.
Photo Flash: Oprah Hosts AN EVENING WITH RALPH LAUREN
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(10/25/2011) - Last night, October 24, Oprah hosted 'An Evening with Ralph Lauren' at Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center. Check out photos from the star-studded evnt below!
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(10/25/2011) - Last night, October 24, Oprah hosted 'An Evening with Ralph Lauren' at Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center. Check out photos from the star-studded evnt below!
Photo Flash: Coldplay Performs at the Today Show
by Lauren Wolman - New York City
(10/22/2011) - On Oct. 21, 2011, singer Chris Martin from the band 'Coldplay' performed a free concert at the 'Today' show held at Rockefeller Plaza.
by Lauren Wolman - New York City
(10/22/2011) - On Oct. 21, 2011, singer Chris Martin from the band 'Coldplay' performed a free concert at the 'Today' show held at Rockefeller Plaza.
Photo Flash: Jim Caruso’s Cast Party At Birdland
by Gabrielle Sierra - New York City
(10/18/2011) - 'Jim Caruso's Cast Party' has always boasted a wide array of musical styles, and this week's episode was certainly no exception.
by Gabrielle Sierra - New York City
(10/18/2011) - 'Jim Caruso's Cast Party' has always boasted a wide array of musical styles, and this week's episode was certainly no exception.
Ronan Tynan & Judy Collins Team Up for St. George Theatre Concert, Mar. 2012
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(10/14/2011) - Ronan Tynan is truly a modern day 'Renaissance Man'. Faced with numerous challenges throughout his well documented life, he has persevered with enormous passion and determination. He attributes his success to his faith and the knowledge that the Man Above guides him through every door he opens.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(10/14/2011) - Ronan Tynan is truly a modern day 'Renaissance Man'. Faced with numerous challenges throughout his well documented life, he has persevered with enormous passion and determination. He attributes his success to his faith and the knowledge that the Man Above guides him through every door he opens.
Photo Flash: Urban Stages' BILL BOWERS BEYOND WORDS - Opening Night
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(10/13/2011) - Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director) will present the New York Premiere of BEYOND WORDS, conceived and performed by Bill Bowers, directed by Scott Illingworth.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(10/13/2011) - Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director) will present the New York Premiere of BEYOND WORDS, conceived and performed by Bill Bowers, directed by Scott Illingworth.
Photo Flash: D. WATTS’ SPOKEN WORD PRESERVES: THE JAM at the Helen Mills Spotlight Theatre
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(10/11/2011) - D. Watts' Spoken Word Preserves: The Jam, an innovative, soul revealing 'play on words' jam session, will take place on Monday, October 10th at the Helen Mills Spotlight Theatre, 139 West 26th Street (between 6th and 7th avenue), performance begins at 8pm. Tickets are $18 for advance general admission, $25 for advance reserved seating (limited availability), $20 at the door and available at www.vallinsandmalotke.com or by calling 646-363-6039.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(10/11/2011) - D. Watts' Spoken Word Preserves: The Jam, an innovative, soul revealing 'play on words' jam session, will take place on Monday, October 10th at the Helen Mills Spotlight Theatre, 139 West 26th Street (between 6th and 7th avenue), performance begins at 8pm. Tickets are $18 for advance general admission, $25 for advance reserved seating (limited availability), $20 at the door and available at www.vallinsandmalotke.com or by calling 646-363-6039.
Photo Flash: Trattoria Dopo Teatro Honors Author William Kennedy
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(10/10/2011) - Pulitzer Prize winning author and journalist William Kennedy was the guest of honor at a special toast at popular Theater District eatery, Trattoria Dopo Teatro. Longtime friend and noted film and theater producer Barbara Ligeti along with Trattoria Dopo Teatro owners architect Emilio Barletta & Giuseppe Manica hosted the reception to salute the author on the release of his eagerly anticipated new novel, 'Chango's Beads and Two Toned Shoes'.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(10/10/2011) - Pulitzer Prize winning author and journalist William Kennedy was the guest of honor at a special toast at popular Theater District eatery, Trattoria Dopo Teatro. Longtime friend and noted film and theater producer Barbara Ligeti along with Trattoria Dopo Teatro owners architect Emilio Barletta & Giuseppe Manica hosted the reception to salute the author on the release of his eagerly anticipated new novel, 'Chango's Beads and Two Toned Shoes'.
Photo Coverage: Friars Foundation Holds Adopt -A- Scholar Reception
by Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(10/07/2011) - The Friars Club established the Friars Foundation in 1977 as it's charitable arm. It's mission is to help performing arts groups create excellent innovative and affordable programs for the enrichment, education, and enjoyment of diverse audiences and participants. The Foundation also helps prepare the next generation of performers and musical artists through scholarship programs for students studying the performing arts.
by Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(10/07/2011) - The Friars Club established the Friars Foundation in 1977 as it's charitable arm. It's mission is to help performing arts groups create excellent innovative and affordable programs for the enrichment, education, and enjoyment of diverse audiences and participants. The Foundation also helps prepare the next generation of performers and musical artists through scholarship programs for students studying the performing arts.
Photo Flash: Barefoot Theatre Company's RAFT OF THE MEDUSA
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(10/07/2011) - A revised version of Joe Pintauro's 1991 play RAFT OF THE MEDUSA, being produced Off-Broadway this fall by the Barefoot Theatre Company, will kick off the 9-week Stripped Festival this fall with performances through 22 at Cherry Lane Studio Theatre (38 Commerce St.) in Greenwich Village. RAFT OF THE MEDUSA will be followed in the Stripped Festival by performances of Israel Horovitz's new work GLOUCESTER BLUE and the premiere of Randall Colburn's play VERSE CHORUS VERSE about a mystery surrounding the death of Kurt Cobain.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(10/07/2011) - A revised version of Joe Pintauro's 1991 play RAFT OF THE MEDUSA, being produced Off-Broadway this fall by the Barefoot Theatre Company, will kick off the 9-week Stripped Festival this fall with performances through 22 at Cherry Lane Studio Theatre (38 Commerce St.) in Greenwich Village. RAFT OF THE MEDUSA will be followed in the Stripped Festival by performances of Israel Horovitz's new work GLOUCESTER BLUE and the premiere of Randall Colburn's play VERSE CHORUS VERSE about a mystery surrounding the death of Kurt Cobain.
Photo Flash: Aron Eli Coleite's THE FAMILY ROOM Opens at ArcLight
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(10/07/2011) - Producer Steve Margetis and Ethos Performing Arts present the New York Premiere of The Family Room, a dramedy written by Emmy Award nominee Aron Eli Coleite and directed by Gwenyth Reitz. The Family Room runs from September 30 - October 23, 2011 in a limited engagement at the ArcLight Theater, located at 152 West 71st Street between Broadway & Columbus Avenue in New York City. For more information on the play visit http://www.TheFamilyRoomNYC.com.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(10/07/2011) - Producer Steve Margetis and Ethos Performing Arts present the New York Premiere of The Family Room, a dramedy written by Emmy Award nominee Aron Eli Coleite and directed by Gwenyth Reitz. The Family Room runs from September 30 - October 23, 2011 in a limited engagement at the ArcLight Theater, located at 152 West 71st Street between Broadway & Columbus Avenue in New York City. For more information on the play visit http://www.TheFamilyRoomNYC.com.
Photo Flash: Chase Presents The Black Eyed Peas Concert 4 NYC at Central Park
by Lauren Wolman - New York City
(10/02/2011) - Robin Hood, The Black Eyed Peas, Chase, DAS Communications, NYC Department of Parks & Recreation, the Central Park Conservancy and Clear Channel Radio have joined forces to host the six-time Grammy-award winning group's first-ever live concert in Central Park on the Great Lawn Friday, September 30, from 6:00pm - 10:00pm, with media check-in starting at 3:00pm.
by Lauren Wolman - New York City
(10/02/2011) - Robin Hood, The Black Eyed Peas, Chase, DAS Communications, NYC Department of Parks & Recreation, the Central Park Conservancy and Clear Channel Radio have joined forces to host the six-time Grammy-award winning group's first-ever live concert in Central Park on the Great Lawn Friday, September 30, from 6:00pm - 10:00pm, with media check-in starting at 3:00pm.
Photo Flash: The Adaptations Project Presents KADDISH (OR THE KEY IN THE WINDOW) - Part 2
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/30/2011) - The Adaptations Project presents their inaugural production, Kaddish (or The Key in the Window), based on the poem by Allen Ginsberg. Kaddish (or The Key in the Window) is created and performed by Donnie Mather and directed by Kim Weild.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/30/2011) - The Adaptations Project presents their inaugural production, Kaddish (or The Key in the Window), based on the poem by Allen Ginsberg. Kaddish (or The Key in the Window) is created and performed by Donnie Mather and directed by Kim Weild.
Photo Flash: Ronald McDonald House & New York Pops Team Up for Benefit
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/30/2011) - Ronald McDonald House New York provides a temporary 'home-away-from-home' for pediatric cancer patients and their families. The House is a supportive and caring environment which encourages and nurtures the development of child-to-child and parent-to-parent support systems. Ronald McDonald House New York is the largest facility of its type in the world.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/30/2011) - Ronald McDonald House New York provides a temporary 'home-away-from-home' for pediatric cancer patients and their families. The House is a supportive and caring environment which encourages and nurtures the development of child-to-child and parent-to-parent support systems. Ronald McDonald House New York is the largest facility of its type in the world.
Photo Flash: Daphne Rubin-Vega, Cynthia Harris, et al. Announce Free Night of Theater Month!
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/30/2011) - During the entire month of October, performing arts organizations from across the five boroughs will be offering free tickets as a way of introducing new audiences to New York City's diverse Off Broadway, Independent Theater, Music and Dance communities.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/30/2011) - During the entire month of October, performing arts organizations from across the five boroughs will be offering free tickets as a way of introducing new audiences to New York City's diverse Off Broadway, Independent Theater, Music and Dance communities.
Photo Flash: First Look at Times Square's New Redesign!
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(09/28/2011) - The architechts that created the SEmpember 11 Memorial have now moved on to a new plan to redesign Times Square. Though plans have not yet been finalized, construction would begin in Fall 2012 and be complete by 2014. Check out a photo of the design below!
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(09/28/2011) - The architechts that created the SEmpember 11 Memorial have now moved on to a new plan to redesign Times Square. Though plans have not yet been finalized, construction would begin in Fall 2012 and be complete by 2014. Check out a photo of the design below!
Photo Coverage: Celtic Thunder Plays The Beacon
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(09/27/2011) - With sales surpassing one million combined units, the wildly entertaining Celtic Thunder pay homage to the musical culture of Ireland with their new CD and DVD concert special, Heritage. In the New York area the concert special, Heritage, is being aired on WLIW TV 21 (WLIW.ORG) who had pledges for tickets and a Meet and Greet with members of Celtic Thunder as one of the premiums. The troup performed at the Beacon Theatre on September 24, and BroadwayWorld was there!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(09/27/2011) - With sales surpassing one million combined units, the wildly entertaining Celtic Thunder pay homage to the musical culture of Ireland with their new CD and DVD concert special, Heritage. In the New York area the concert special, Heritage, is being aired on WLIW TV 21 (WLIW.ORG) who had pledges for tickets and a Meet and Greet with members of Celtic Thunder as one of the premiums. The troup performed at the Beacon Theatre on September 24, and BroadwayWorld was there!
Photo Flash: New York City Fall Ballet Gala
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(09/23/2011) - A slew of stars attended the 2011 New York City Ballet Fall Gala held at Lincoln Center. Click below to check out photos from the event!
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(09/23/2011) - A slew of stars attended the 2011 New York City Ballet Fall Gala held at Lincoln Center. Click below to check out photos from the event!
Photo Coverage: Broadway Takes Part in Shellac Flash Mob in Times Square fo Fashion Week
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(09/21/2011) - On Septembet 14th in the Heart of Times Square, 60 New York City Theatre Professionals (ranging from Broadway Veterans, to Radio City Rockettes) began to arise from the hustle and bustle to sing and dance their hearts out about the hottest nail product on the market: Shellac, created by CND (www.CND.COM). This was one of the biggest and most exciting Musical Theatre Flashmob's ever produced in Times Square, not just a random step touch dance number but a fully stage production number with ladies belting their faces and kicking about as high as the second floor of the A.E.A building.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(09/21/2011) - On Septembet 14th in the Heart of Times Square, 60 New York City Theatre Professionals (ranging from Broadway Veterans, to Radio City Rockettes) began to arise from the hustle and bustle to sing and dance their hearts out about the hottest nail product on the market: Shellac, created by CND (www.CND.COM). This was one of the biggest and most exciting Musical Theatre Flashmob's ever produced in Times Square, not just a random step touch dance number but a fully stage production number with ladies belting their faces and kicking about as high as the second floor of the A.E.A building.
Photo Flash: Carol Channing & More At Palm Springs EMMY Night Party
by Gabrielle Sierra - Los Angeles
(09/21/2011) - Veterans of the Great White Way, such as Kaye Ballard, as well as new comers to the boards of Broadway like Alison Arngrim, joined legend Carol Channing for a Palm Springs EMMY night party with a New York theatrical twist, featuring performances by Tony nominated Jonelle Allen (Two Gentlemen of Verona) singing 'Stormy Weather' and Kamilah Marshall's (Hairspray & Rent) moving rendition of 'Orange Colored Sky,' while Rex Smith (The Scarlet Pimpernel, Grand Hotel & Pirates of Penzance) offered 'This Is The Moment' and Davis Gaines (The Phantom of the Opera & Camelot) revived his role of Cornelius Hackle opposite Ms. Channing by singing 'It Only Takes A Moment,' as well as the still powerful voice of former Vegas and Playboy Club headliner, Barbara Van Orden, whose return to the stage gave patrons a bold and bawdy rendition of Chicago's 'When You're Good To Mama.'
by Gabrielle Sierra - Los Angeles
(09/21/2011) - Veterans of the Great White Way, such as Kaye Ballard, as well as new comers to the boards of Broadway like Alison Arngrim, joined legend Carol Channing for a Palm Springs EMMY night party with a New York theatrical twist, featuring performances by Tony nominated Jonelle Allen (Two Gentlemen of Verona) singing 'Stormy Weather' and Kamilah Marshall's (Hairspray & Rent) moving rendition of 'Orange Colored Sky,' while Rex Smith (The Scarlet Pimpernel, Grand Hotel & Pirates of Penzance) offered 'This Is The Moment' and Davis Gaines (The Phantom of the Opera & Camelot) revived his role of Cornelius Hackle opposite Ms. Channing by singing 'It Only Takes A Moment,' as well as the still powerful voice of former Vegas and Playboy Club headliner, Barbara Van Orden, whose return to the stage gave patrons a bold and bawdy rendition of Chicago's 'When You're Good To Mama.'
Photo Coverage: Stars Honor Richard 'Bick' Goss at Musical Mondays Theatre Lab
by Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(09/20/2011) - Last night in an East Side Penthouse overlooking the congestion at the United Nations Bick Goss was honored by the organization he founded in 1999. Mr. Goss began his career as a Bob Fosse dancer (original companies of Little Me, Sweet Charity, Dancin' and Chicago). In his role as director-choreographer-producer he has worked with Billy Crystal, Harold Prince, Gwen Verdon and with many performers who were present and performed at the festive celebration in the home of Mary Ellen Ashley & Cyrus Rubin.
by Stephen Sorokoff - New York City
(09/20/2011) - Last night in an East Side Penthouse overlooking the congestion at the United Nations Bick Goss was honored by the organization he founded in 1999. Mr. Goss began his career as a Bob Fosse dancer (original companies of Little Me, Sweet Charity, Dancin' and Chicago). In his role as director-choreographer-producer he has worked with Billy Crystal, Harold Prince, Gwen Verdon and with many performers who were present and performed at the festive celebration in the home of Mary Ellen Ashley & Cyrus Rubin.
Photo Flash: Stephen Belber's TAPE Opens in NYC
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/16/2011) - Knife Edge Productions, in association with Swinestars Productions, are presenting a revival of Stephen Belber's acclaimed play, Tape, directed by Sam Helfrich. Tape began performances September 9, and continues through September 24 in a limited engagement at the June Havoc Theatre in the Abingdon Theatre Arts Complex, located at 312 West 36th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues in New York City.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/16/2011) - Knife Edge Productions, in association with Swinestars Productions, are presenting a revival of Stephen Belber's acclaimed play, Tape, directed by Sam Helfrich. Tape began performances September 9, and continues through September 24 in a limited engagement at the June Havoc Theatre in the Abingdon Theatre Arts Complex, located at 312 West 36th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues in New York City.
Photo Flash: Crystal Cruises’ Film and Theatre Voyage
by Gabrielle Sierra - San Francisco / Bay Area
(09/14/2011) - Broadway's biggest luminaries both current and classic, including Ethel Merman, Frank Loesser and Zero Mostel were the featured subjects in more than 2 dozen performances and presentations aboard Crystal Cruises' 'Film and Theatre' themed voyage from San Francisco and Tinseltown to New York City from August 25 to September 13, 2011.
by Gabrielle Sierra - San Francisco / Bay Area
(09/14/2011) - Broadway's biggest luminaries both current and classic, including Ethel Merman, Frank Loesser and Zero Mostel were the featured subjects in more than 2 dozen performances and presentations aboard Crystal Cruises' 'Film and Theatre' themed voyage from San Francisco and Tinseltown to New York City from August 25 to September 13, 2011.
Photo Flash: HOPE IN CHAOS at Richmond Shepard Theater
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/13/2011) - HOPE IN CHAOS, a new play written by 9/11 relief worker, Heather McCuen which enjoyed a run at the Mainline Theatre Montreal in 2010, had been playing in New York City as part of the Tenth Anniversary Memorial Commemorations of 9/11. It cloased on September 10, 2011 at the Richmond Shepard Theatre.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/13/2011) - HOPE IN CHAOS, a new play written by 9/11 relief worker, Heather McCuen which enjoyed a run at the Mainline Theatre Montreal in 2010, had been playing in New York City as part of the Tenth Anniversary Memorial Commemorations of 9/11. It cloased on September 10, 2011 at the Richmond Shepard Theatre.
Photo Flash: The Adaptations Project Presents KADDISH (OR THE KEY IN THE WINDOW)
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/12/2011) - The Adaptations Project proudly presents their inaugural production, Kaddish (or The Key in the Window), based on the poem by Allen Ginsberg. Kaddish (or The Key in the Window) is created and performed by Donnie Mather and directed by Kim Weild. Their most recent collaboration was WeildWorks' New York Premiere of Charles Mee's Fêtes de la Nuit, a 2010 Drama Desk Award nominee for Unique Theatrical Experience that also garnered 7 New York Innovative Theatre Award nominations, including Outstanding Director.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/12/2011) - The Adaptations Project proudly presents their inaugural production, Kaddish (or The Key in the Window), based on the poem by Allen Ginsberg. Kaddish (or The Key in the Window) is created and performed by Donnie Mather and directed by Kim Weild. Their most recent collaboration was WeildWorks' New York Premiere of Charles Mee's Fêtes de la Nuit, a 2010 Drama Desk Award nominee for Unique Theatrical Experience that also garnered 7 New York Innovative Theatre Award nominations, including Outstanding Director.
Photo Coverage: Mary McDonough Signs Books at Barnes and Noble
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(09/12/2011) - Mary McDonough, who may be best known for the role of Erin Walton that she created and played for over a decade on the hits series 'The Waltons,' has penned a memoir, which is the winner of the Ella Dickey Literacy Award, entitled of Lessons From the Mountain: What I Learned From Erin Walton (Kensington Publishers). McDonough has taken her book on the road, signing and speaking in various venues. She appeared at the Barnes & Noble at 2289 Broadway in New York City yesterday. View photos from the event below!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(09/12/2011) - Mary McDonough, who may be best known for the role of Erin Walton that she created and played for over a decade on the hits series 'The Waltons,' has penned a memoir, which is the winner of the Ella Dickey Literacy Award, entitled of Lessons From the Mountain: What I Learned From Erin Walton (Kensington Publishers). McDonough has taken her book on the road, signing and speaking in various venues. She appeared at the Barnes & Noble at 2289 Broadway in New York City yesterday. View photos from the event below!
Photo Flash: GODSPELL's Lindsay Mendez, Lisa Lampanelli and More at Jim Caruso's CAST PARTY
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/07/2011) - Jim Caruso's Cast Party is an extreme open mic that has been running every Monday for the past eight years at Birdland, the historic music room in Manhattan's Theater District. It's also a bi-monthly event at The Magic Castle in Los Angeles. Stars like Martin Short, Carol Channing, Cheyenne Jackson, Michael Feinstein, Liza Minnelli, Melissa Manchester and Tony Bennett have all joined in on the fun and impromptu performances - sharing the stage with Broadway chorus cuties, jazzers and composers.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(09/07/2011) - Jim Caruso's Cast Party is an extreme open mic that has been running every Monday for the past eight years at Birdland, the historic music room in Manhattan's Theater District. It's also a bi-monthly event at The Magic Castle in Los Angeles. Stars like Martin Short, Carol Channing, Cheyenne Jackson, Michael Feinstein, Liza Minnelli, Melissa Manchester and Tony Bennett have all joined in on the fun and impromptu performances - sharing the stage with Broadway chorus cuties, jazzers and composers.
FREEZE FRAME : Nick Jonas at HOW TO SUCCEED Press Conference - First Shot!
by Walter McBride - New York City
(09/07/2011) - As BroadwayWorld reported earlier, Nick Jonas will climb the corporate ladder as Broadway's next ‘J. Pierrepont Finch' in the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical comedy HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING beginning Tuesday, January 24, 2012 through Sunday, July 1, 2012. Tickets for HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING are currently on sale through Sunday, July 1, 2012. Jonas, who began his career on stage at age 8, returns to Broadway for the first time since the launch of the international sensation The Jonas Brothers.
by Walter McBride - New York City
(09/07/2011) - As BroadwayWorld reported earlier, Nick Jonas will climb the corporate ladder as Broadway's next ‘J. Pierrepont Finch' in the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical comedy HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING beginning Tuesday, January 24, 2012 through Sunday, July 1, 2012. Tickets for HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING are currently on sale through Sunday, July 1, 2012. Jonas, who began his career on stage at age 8, returns to Broadway for the first time since the launch of the international sensation The Jonas Brothers.
Photo Flash: McDonald's 'Next Broadway Star' Kicks Off!
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(08/30/2011) - Broadway.tv has joined forces with McDonald's 42nd Street and the Ronald McDonald House to host 'The Next Broadway Star'.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(08/30/2011) - Broadway.tv has joined forces with McDonald's 42nd Street and the Ronald McDonald House to host 'The Next Broadway Star'.
BroadwayWorld Writers & Staff Congratulate Diamond/Rosen Nuptials
by Robert Diamond - Broadway
(08/29/2011) - On Saturday August 27, 2011, BroadwayWorld.com's CEO/Editor-in-Chief Robert Diamond, in the midst of Hurricane Irene married actress Jennifer Hallie Rosen after a 17 month engagement. The two were introduced by a friend of Rosen's, who wasn't able to make the wedding, as a result of the weather and warnings throughout all the boroughs. The BroadwayWorld.com News Desk stayed feverish all weekend while the couple said 'I Do', as news was coming fast about theatre cancellations, schedule changes and travel advisories in addition to all things that were happening in other parts of the country and the world, not affected by the Northeast's local weather.
by Robert Diamond - Broadway
(08/29/2011) - On Saturday August 27, 2011, BroadwayWorld.com's CEO/Editor-in-Chief Robert Diamond, in the midst of Hurricane Irene married actress Jennifer Hallie Rosen after a 17 month engagement. The two were introduced by a friend of Rosen's, who wasn't able to make the wedding, as a result of the weather and warnings throughout all the boroughs. The BroadwayWorld.com News Desk stayed feverish all weekend while the couple said 'I Do', as news was coming fast about theatre cancellations, schedule changes and travel advisories in addition to all things that were happening in other parts of the country and the world, not affected by the Northeast's local weather.
Photo Flash: Shaiman and Wittman Surprise Students at Broadway Artists Alliance 2011 Summer Session
by Lauren Wolman - New York City
(08/27/2011) - Tony Award-winners Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman delighted students as their special surprise guests during the Broadway Artists Alliance 2011 Summer Intensive Session One. Shaiman and Wittman lent their talents for a surprise Q&A with the students of Broadway Artists Alliance. Following the Q&A, they led a Song Interpretation master class.
by Lauren Wolman - New York City
(08/27/2011) - Tony Award-winners Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman delighted students as their special surprise guests during the Broadway Artists Alliance 2011 Summer Intensive Session One. Shaiman and Wittman lent their talents for a surprise Q&A with the students of Broadway Artists Alliance. Following the Q&A, they led a Song Interpretation master class.
Photo Coverage: Dark Shadows 45th Anniversary Reunion in Brooklyn
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(08/25/2011) - The weekend of August 19,20,21, 2011 brought members of the original cast of TV's Dark Shadows to The Marriott at The Brooklyn Bridge, in Brooklyn, NY.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - New York City
(08/25/2011) - The weekend of August 19,20,21, 2011 brought members of the original cast of TV's Dark Shadows to The Marriott at The Brooklyn Bridge, in Brooklyn, NY.
Photo Flash: Stephen Belber's TAPE Plays the June Havoc Theatre
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(08/24/2011) - Knife Edge Productions, in association with Swinestars Productions, proudly present a revival of Stephen Belber's acclaimed play, Tape, directed by Sam Helfrich. Tape runs from September 9 - 24, 2011 in a limited engagement at the June Havoc Theatre in the Abingdon Theatre Arts Complex, located at 312 West 36th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues in New York City. Previews begin September 9 for a September 13 opening.
by Kelsey Denette - New York City
(08/24/2011) - Knife Edge Productions, in association with Swinestars Productions, proudly present a revival of Stephen Belber's acclaimed play, Tape, directed by Sam Helfrich. Tape runs from September 9 - 24, 2011 in a limited engagement at the June Havoc Theatre in the Abingdon Theatre Arts Complex, located at 312 West 36th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues in New York City. Previews begin September 9 for a September 13 opening.
Photo Flash: Rockettes Celebrate Christmas in August!
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(08/15/2011) - MSG Entertainment (MSGE) presented the official kickoff to the holiday season as the world-famous Radio City Rockettes celebrate 'Christmas in August' last week in Times Square. On Thursday, August 11 at 11am audiences were treated to a selection of new Rockette elements including brand new show-stopping Rockette choreography, new music and a glamorous new Rockette costume all in celebration of the 2011 Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Check out photos from the event below!
by Nicole Rosky - New York City
(08/15/2011) - MSG Entertainment (MSGE) presented the official kickoff to the holiday season as the world-famous Radio City Rockettes celebrate 'Christmas in August' last week in Times Square. On Thursday, August 11 at 11am audiences were treated to a selection of new Rockette elements including brand new show-stopping Rockette choreography, new music and a glamorous new Rockette costume all in celebration of the 2011 Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Check out photos from the event below!
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