At a time when so many opera companies find themselves forced to cut back, Palm Beach Opera has succeeded instead in breaking new ground, presenting the first world premiere in its 53-year history. Set to a libretto by Nahma Sandrow, Ben Moore's Enemies, A Love Story - a dark comedy based on Nobel laureate Isaac Bashevis Singer's eponymous novel and the subsequent Academy Award-nominated film adaptation - marks a major new addition to the repertoire. Starring bass-baritone Daniel Okulitch, now creating his fourth leading role in a Hollywood-inspired opera, Enemies, A Love Story will debut on February 20, with conductor David Stern leading Sam Helfrich's new production.
A.R. Gurney's enduring romance about first loves and second chances, LOVE LETTERS, will have its first Broadway revival, beginning performances Saturday, September 13, 2014, at 8pm, at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41 Street).
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: PHANTOM hits 11,000 performances on Broadway, plus lots of off-Broadway beginnings tonight -- Second Stage's SEX WITH STRANGERS begins performances, with 'WAYRA' celebrating its opening, and Max Crumm joins THE FANTASTICKS!
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AND UNAFRAID raises the curtain off-Broadway, MOTOWN gets a new 'Berry Gordy', a great selection of new cast albums hit the shelves and more!
According to The New York Times, sources have confirmed that producers Nelle Nugent, Barbara Broccoli, and Fred Zollo are currently developing a Broadway revival of A.R. Gurney's two-character piece LOVE LTTERS, which is reportedly aiming to open at the Vivian Beaumont Theater in 2015. Tony nominee Gregory Mosher is attached to direct.
Following COMMUNITY's cancellation at NBC, Jacobs has signed on to join Lena Dunham and co. for the fourth season of HBO's hit series GIRLS, according to Variety. She's set to appear in a recurring capacity.
Three renowned achievers will be honored for their lifetime accomplishments with the 35th Annual Common Wealth Awards of Distinguished Service. The awards recognize individuals who have enriched modern culture through their professional and personal endeavors.
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: BEYOND THERAPY opens tonight, LADY DAY begins previews and more!
Three renowned achievers will be honored for their lifetime accomplishments with the 35th Annual Common Wealth Awards of Distinguished Service. The awards recognize individuals who have enriched modern culture through their professional and personal endeavors.
On WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, Oscar® host Ellen DeGeneres will appear on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' as a lead up to Oscar Sunday. Additionally, Jimmy Kimmel will guest on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' to discuss his upcoming 'Jimmy Kimmel Live: After The Oscars' special.
The 9th annual “Jimmy Kimmel Live: After The Oscars” special will air live on ABC Sunday, March 2 with guest Kevin Spacey, 2-time Academy Award winner and star of the Emmy winning series “House of Cards.”
The SAG Awards® Holiday Auction benefiting the Screen Actors Guild Foundation's Children's Literacy and Emergency Assistance programs begins online today at 6 p.m. (PST)
A striking artwork by Damien Hirst is part of the front cover of David Bailey's new book, Bailey's Stardust, which will accompany the photographer's exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery, opening in February.
SMASH's Anjelica Huston, the Academy Award winning-actress and director, will read from and discuss her new memoir -- A Story Lately Told: Coming of Age in Ireland, London and New York -- with Michael Mayer (Smash, Spring Awakening) tonight, November 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Symphony Space.
Legendary Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress, singer, and recording artist Leslie Uggams takes part in the First Grade Theatre Study program at P.S. 212 (Midtown West School at 328 W 48th Street) today, Monday, November 18 at 1 p.m. The Study, part of the school's social studies curriculum, was started by Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher BRyan Andes as a way to introduce students to the bustling theater community in which they live.
Legendary Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress, singer, and recording artist Leslie Uggams will take part in the First Grade Theatre Study program at P.S. 212 (Midtown West School at 328 W 48th Street) on Monday, November 18 at 1 p.m. The Study, part of the school's social studies curriculum, was started by Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher Bryan Andes as a way to introduce students to the bustling theater community in which they live.
Breaking Glass Pictures and Goldstreet Films are proud to announce the nationwide releases of Richard Goldgewicht's Pablo. The film is narrated by Oscar winner Jeff Bridges and features appearances by Anjelica Huston, Stan Lee, Beau Bridges, Jon Voight, Leonard Maltin and many more. Pablo was available on cable VOD as of, October 1 and today, DVD November 5.
SMASH's Anjelica Huston, the Academy Award winning-actress and director, will read from and discuss her new memoir -- A Story Lately Told: Coming of Age in Ireland, London and New York -- with Michael Mayer (Smash, Spring Awakening) on Tuesday, November 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Symphony Space.