2012 Equity Jeff Award Nominations Announced
The Jeff Awards Committee announced 197 nominations in 34 categories for Chicago Equity theatrical productions, which opened between August 1, 2011, and July 31, 2012. The Jeff Awards judges attended opening nights of 118 Equity productions offered by 55 producing organizations. From these openings, 96 productions were 'Jeff Recommended,' which made them eligible for award nominations.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater's FOLLIES, Goodman Theatre Lead Jeff Awards Equity Nominations
The Jeff Awards Committee today announced 197 nominations in 34 categories for Chicago Equity theatrical productions, which opened between August 1, 2011, and July 31, 2012. The Jeff Awards judges attended opening nights of 118 Equity productions offered by 55 producing organizations. From these openings, 96 productions were 'Jeff Recommended,' which made them eligible for award nominations.
A CHRISTMAS STORY, The Musical! to Play Lunt-Fontanne for 2012 Holidays
Christmas Story, The Musical! will arrive on Broadway at The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. The producers have announced that the new musical, based on the 1983 movie perennial, will play a November 5 - December 30 holiday engagement. Opening night is Monday, November 19.
Broadway-Bound A CHRISTMAS STORY to Hold Open Call for Children, 6/16
As A Christmas Story, The Musical! prepares for a Broadway engagement this holiday season, the show's producers have announced that they will begin their search for young actors. An open audition for children between the ages of 8-13 will be held on Saturday June 16, 2012 at Pearl Studios (500 8th Avenue, 12th floor). Registration begins at 11:30AM with auditions from 12:00-5:00PM.
Photo Flash: A CHRISTMAS STORY Celebrates Opening Night!
On Wednesday, December 14, A Christmas Story, The Musical! celebrated its opening night at Chicago's legendary Chicago Theatre with producer Peter Billingsley, who starred as Ralphie in the original 1983 film, there to cheer the company on. Check out photos from opening night below!
Photo Flash: A CHRISTMAS STORY Launches National Tour
On November 8th, A Christmas Story, The Musical! launched its National Tour at The Hershey Theatre in Hershey, PA. America's #1 Christmas movie comes to life on stage as hilarious holiday musical featuring a bright holiday score by composer/lyricist team Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and a book by Joseph Robinette based on the writings of radio humorist Jean Shepherd and the 1983 holiday film favorite. Tony Award winner John Rando (Urinetown, The Wedding Singer) will direct the production with Warren Carlyle (Finian's Rainbow, Follies, An Evening With Hugh Jackman) choreographing. Peter Billingsley, who starred as Ralphie in the original 1983 film, serves as a producer for the holiday tour.
A CHRISTMAS STORY Launches National Tour in Hershey
This holiday season, America's #1 Christmas movie comes to life on stage as a hilarious holiday musical. A Christmas Story, The Musical! features a bright holiday score by composer/lyricist team Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and a book by Joseph Robinette based on the writings of radio humorist Jean Shepherd and the 1983 holiday film favorite. Acclaimed director/choreographer Warren Carlyle (Broadway's Finian's Rainbow, Follies at The Kennedy Center, An Evening With Hugh Jackman) will helm the production. Peter Billingsley, who starred as Ralphie in the original 1983 film, serves as a producer for the holiday tour.
A CHRISTMAS STORY Tour Launches Tomorrow at Hershey Theatre
On November 8th, A Christmas Story, The Musical! launches its National Tour at The Hershey Theatre in Hershey, PA. America's #1 Christmas movie comes to life on stage as hilarious holiday musical featuring a bright holiday score by composer/lyricist team Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and a book by Joseph Robinette based on the writings of radio humorist Jean Shepherd and the 1983 holiday film favorite. Tony Award winner John Rando (Urinetown, The Wedding Singer) will direct the production with Warren Carlyle (Finian's Rainbow, Follies, An Evening With Hugh Jackman) choreographing. Peter Billingsley, who starred as Ralphie in the original 1983 film, serves as a producer for the holiday tour.
Tasti D-Lite Introduces PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Inspired Flavor!
The Tony Award winning smash hit PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT, produced by 'The Divine Miss M' Bette Midler, knows how to give people a good time - inside the theater and out! First there were the delicious Magnolia cupcakes, and now every New Yorker's favorite frozen treat, Tasti D-Lite, will reveal a brand new flavor inspired by PRISCILLA - 'DIVABERRY by Priscilla.' The new flavor will debut at the Times Square Tasti D-Lite (1588 Broadway) on Tuesday, November 1, and will be available exclusively at that location every Tuesday throughout November. There will also be an in-store raffle during the month to win two tickets to PRISCILLA and a Tasti Treat Card. Additionally, PRISCILLA ticket-holders will receive $1.00 off any Tasti D-Lite treat (including DIVABERRY by Priscilla) by showing their ticket (offer valid 11/01/11-11/30/11 at Times Square location only).
STAGE TUBE: Inside the PRISCILLA Photo Shoot with Nick Adams, Tony Sheldon, and Will Swenson!!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 19, 2011
STAGE TUBE: Gay Couple Gets Engaged at Priscilla Queen of the Desert
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 14, 2011
STAGE TUBE: PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Celebrates Marriage Equality!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 28, 2011
STAGE TUBE: Will Swenson and PRISCILLA Cast Perform on AMERICA'S GOT TALENT
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 14, 2011
STAGE TUBE: Lizzy Gardiner on Her PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Inspiration
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 5, 2011
STAGE TUBE: PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Cast Celebrates Pride at NYC Parade!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 28, 2011
STAGE TUBE: PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT's Tim Chappel Visits EYE ON NY
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2011
