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Grammy Award Winner Ashanti Joins Washington And More In Boys & Girls Clubs Of America's Youth Advocacy Campaign
by Charlie Piane - August 11, 2009
As part of Boys & Girls Clubs of America's (BGCA) new advocacy campaign - BE GREAT - Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter, actress and Boys & Girls Club alum Ashanti will unveil a new billboard in Times Square on August 11, featuring her childhood picture and an aspirational message - BE AMAZING. Ashanti joins some 25 prominent alumni in the new advocacy campaign to help increase public awareness and understanding about the key issues facing America's youth, and the positive impact of Clubs.
MENOPAUSE The Musical Gets Extended At Port Washington's Landmark On Main Street Theater, Closes 9/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 10, 2009
'Menopause The Musical' Will Play limited Engagement thru September 4th at Port Washington's Landmark on Main Street Theater
Gateway 60th Season Celebration Continues With The Long Island Professional Premiere Of The DROWSY CHAPERONE, Performances Through 8/22
by Reynard Loki - July 24, 2009
The Gateway Playhouse?s production of The Drowsy Chaperone begins performances July 29th on Long Island, in Bellport, NY.
John W. Engeman Theater At Northport Announces Briefing on Goal to Raise 50k For AIDS Care 7/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 23, 2009
The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport announced today that Kevin J. O'Neill, Executive Producer and Jon Cooper, Majority Leader, Suffolk County Legislature, will lead a press conference on Tuesday, July 28 at 11:00 am to discuss the theater's set goal to raise $50,000 for AIDS care on Long Island during the Long Island professional premiere of the award winning Broadway hit RENT this fall (September 10 - November 1, 2009).
Photo Flash: Bay Street Theatre 'Sailed Back to The 60's' At Summer Gala Benefit Bash
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 21, 2009
Bay Street Theatre's 2009 Summer Gala Benefit Bash lit up the Long Wharf in Sag Harbor this past Saturday evening, treating guests to a celebration of the 60's from start to finish, providing a groovy good time for all!
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Plays At Port Washington's Landmark on Main Street Theater Tomorrow, 8/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 15, 2009
Inspired by a hot flash and a bottle of wine, Menopause The Musical® made its Long Island regional premiere on Thursday, July 9th (8PM) at Port Washington's Landmark on Main Street Theatre for a limited engagement through August 30th.
Photo Flash: CRAZY FOR YOU at the John W. Engeman Theater
by Eddie Varley - July 15, 2009
The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport presents the latest production, Crazy For You. The songs of George and Ira Gershwin are the inspiration of this Tony Award winning musical comedy that brings to the stage the nostalgic showmanship of 1930's Broadway. With a book written by Ken Ludwig, Crazy For You is perfect blend of classic American music, unforgettable dancing and riotous laughter, featuring such Gershwin hits as I Got Rhythm, Someone To Watch Over Me, Embraceable You, and They Can't Take That Away From Me.
HBO Films' 'GREY GARDENS' To Be Released On DVD 7/14
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2009
HBO Films' 'GREY GARDENS' will be released on dvd July 14, 2009. Based on the life stories of the eccentric aunt and first cousin of Jackie Kennedy, Grey Gardens tells the tender, intimate story of an eccentric mother and daughter (both named Edith Bouvier Beale aka 'Big and Little Edie') and stars Drew Barrymore and Jessica Lange.
Bay Street Theatre's Summer Gala Benefit Bash Offers The Chance To Bid On American Idol 2010 Finale Tix
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 13, 2009
'American Idol' fans get ready! This Saturday, July 18th guests at Bay Street Theatre's Summer Gala Benefit Bash will have the opportunity to bid on tickets to the 2010 'American Idol' Finale in Los Angeles and tickets to this summer's 'American Idol LIVE Tour' at Nassau Coliseum as part of the Live 'Fantasy' Auction.
A Class Act NY Announces Fox TV Casting, Broadway Talk Backs And More In Its July 2009 Newsletter
by Reynard Loki - July 10, 2009
The following is news from A Class Act NY.
NT Live Announces New NY Area Venues And Screens For PHEDRE Viewing
by Ali Leskowitz - July 07, 2009
New NY venues have been announced and screens have been added for NT LIVE's broadcast of a live stage performance of PHEDRE, starring Academy Award Winner Helen Mirren.
Long Island's Lydia Gladstone Stars in Menopause The Musical, Opens In Port Washington 7/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 07, 2009
You may remember how Menopause the Musical unexpectedly became off Broadway's 'Hottest' Musical back in 2002. Well get ready for a fully produced professional production to come to Port Washington's Landmark on Main Street Theater.
Bay Street's Benefit Bash Held 7/18 On The Long Wharf In Sag Harbor
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 06, 2009
Have you ever wanted to have your moment on stage? Do you dream of being part of the excitement of an opening night on Broadway? Or how about sailing the seas on a classic yacht? These fantasies and more will be available to bid on at Bay Street Theatre's Summer Gala Benefit Bash taking place on Saturday, July 18th on the Long Wharf in Sag Harbor.
Engeman Theatre Aims To Raise $50,000 For AIDS Care With Their Production Of RENT
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 02, 2009
In an ongoing effort to help raise funds for community organizations, the John W. Engeman Theater at Northport has announced it has set a goal to raise $50,000 for AIDS care on Long Island during the Long Island Professional Premiere of the award winning Broadway hit RENT playing September 10 - November 1, 2009.
Photo Flash: CRAZY FOR YOU At John W. Engeman Theater Part 2
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 02, 2009
The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport is delighted to announce its latest production, Crazy For You. You'll be swept up in this artfully constructed tale of boy meets girl in the Wild West! The songs of George and Ira Gershwin are the inspiration of this Tony Award winning musical comedy that brings to the stage the nostalgic showmanship of 1930's Broadway. With a book written by Ken Ludwig, Crazy For You is perfect blend of classic American music, unforgettable dancing and riotous laughter, featuring such Gershwin hits as I Got Rhythm, Someone To Watch Over Me, Embraceable You, and They Can't Take That Away From Me.
Bay Street Theatre's Summer Gala Benefit Bash Is Sailing Back to the 60's With Lesley Gore 7/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 29, 2009
What do Lesley Gore ('It's My Party', 'You Don't Own Me') and the musicals HAIR and DAMES AT SEA have in common? Each are a groovy and fab representation of the music of their era AND will be a part of Bay Street Theatre's Summer Gala Benefit Bash - Sailing Back to the 60's - on Saturday, July 18th on the Long Wharf in Sag Harbor.
Gateway Playhouse's MISS SAIGON Begins 7/8 At Patchogue Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 29, 2009
The Gateway Playhouse's production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Miss Saigon begins performances July 8th at 8 PM at the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on Long Island.
Photo Flash: CRAZY FOR YOU Hits The John W. Engeman Theatre At Northport, Tickets On Sale Now
by Reynard Loki - June 26, 2009
The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport is delighted to announce its latest production, Crazy For You. You'll be swept up in this artfully constructed tale of boy meets girl in the Wild West! The songs of George and Ira Gershwin are the inspiration of this Tony Award winning musical comedy that brings to the stage the nostalgic showmanship of 1930's Broadway. With a book written by Ken Ludwig, Crazy For You is perfect blend of classic American music, unforgettable dancing and riotous laughter, featuring such Gershwin hits as I Got Rhythm, Someone To Watch Over Me, Embraceable You, and They Can't Take That Away From Me. Crazy For You will play the following performance schedule: Thursdays at 8:00 p.m., Fridays at 8:00 p.m., Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., and Sundays at 2:00 p.m.
Northport's CRAZY FOR YOU Announces Discounted Tickets For July 4th Weekend
by Ali Leskowitz - June 26, 2009
Tired of the same old BBQ? Take the family to a show! Tickets to the John W. Engeman Theater's CRAZY FOR YOU just $17.76 for kids 16 and under this 4th of July weekend only! Call (631) 261-2900 for more information. Performances July 2-5 only.
Maroulis, Benanti, Pasquale & More Set For INSIDE BROADWAY BEACON AWARDS 6/25
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2009
Rock Of Ages Tony-nominated star Constantine Maroulis, Tony Award-winner (for Gypsy) Laura Benanti and her husband Steven Pasquale (Reasons To Be Pretty) and Tony-nominated Judy Kuhn (Les Miz, Chess, Rags, She Loves Me) are among the Broadway honorees and performers at the Thursday June 25 Inside Broadway Broadway Beacon Awards at 5:30 PM at The Players Club, 16 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY.
Benanti, Pasquale and Maroulis Honored at 'Broadway Beacon Awards' 6/25
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2009
Rock Of Ages Tony-nominated star Constantine Maroulis, Tony Award-winner (for Gypsy) Laura Benanti and her husband Steven Pasquale (Reasons To Be Pretty) and Tony-nominated Judy Kuhn (Les Miz, Chess, Rags, She Loves Me) are among the Broadway honorees and performers at the Thursday June 25 Inside Broadway Broadway Beacon Awards at 5:30 PM at The Players Club, 16 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY.
Photo Flash: Menopause The Musical At Port Washington's Landmark on Main Street Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 24, 2009
Inspired by a hot flash and a bottle of wine, Menopause The Musical® will make its Long Island regional premiere on Thursday, July 9th (8PM) at Port Washington's Landmark on Main Street Theatre for a limited engagement July 9th through August 30th. Presented by GFour Productions, single tickets for the tour-de-force revue are now on sale with discounted prices for groups of 10+ are also available. Menopause The Musical® will debut in historic Port Washington, one of the most charming villages on Long Island's North Shore (232 Main St. Port Washington -- FREE parking & walking distance from the railroad station). The production will have its official press opening on Thursday, July 16th (8PM).
FF Playwrighting Contest Winner's Play Produced By BILLY ELLIOT Creatives 6/15
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2009
Fidelity FutureStage® Playwriting Contest winner Madeline Hendricks is headed to Broadway's Imperial Theatre on June 15 to see her play produced by the Tony Award® winning creative team of Billy Elliot the Musical. Hendricks had the opportunity to celebrate by meeting Elton John, Billy Elliot the Musical composer and honorary chairperson of Fidelity FutureStage.
Queen Latifah Hosts FFS Finale Gala Event At Imperial Theatre 6/15
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2009
Fidelity Investments®, in partnership with Billy Elliot the Musical, the Viertel/Frankel/Baruch/Routh Group, LeAp (Learning through an Expanded Arts Program) and Camp Broadway®, today announced that entertainment icon Queen Latifah will host the Fidelity FutureStage® 2009 Finale on Monday, June 15. The gala event will be held at Broadway's Imperial Theatre, home of the Tony-nominated production of Billy Elliot the Musical.
Latino International Theater Fest 'TeatroStageFest 2009' Returns To NYC 6/15-28
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2009
New York City´s Premier Latino International Theater Festival is back. June 15-28, 2009 3rd Exciting Year: 19 events, 23 performances, over 50 artists. A great celebration of groundbreaking local and international performances for all audiences.

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