Barack Obama News

Though earlier in the primaries he admitted to being bored by showtunes like 'Oklahoma' in grade school, this Comedy Central article proves that Barack Obama has since developed quite the savvy taste for musical theatre. Unfortunately, the article fails to mention that John McCain was the original Mortimer in The Fantasticks.

SPARE SOME CHANGE: NYC ARTISTS FOR BARACK OBAMA will be held on the campus of New York University on Monday, August 11th at 8 p.m. In keeping with the inclusionary spirit of Senator Obama's revolutionary campaign, artists from all walks of life will take part in the call for change - from subway musicians and soap opera stars to Broadway luminaries.

SPARE SOME CHANGE: NYC ARTISTS FOR BARACK OBAMA will be held on the campus of New York University on Monday, August 11th at 8 p.m. In keeping with the inclusionary spirit of Senator Obama's revolutionary campaign, artists from all walks of life will take part in the call for change - from subway musicians and soap opera stars to Broadway luminaries.

Hot off sold-out runs in Washington D.C., Chicago and New York, 'Political Idol,' a hilarious spoof of the upcoming presidential elections returns to Off-Broadway's Triad Theatre opening on Wednesday, July 23 (7PM) for a four week run.

Just one week before the Democratic National Convention in Denver, we invite you to join us for an inspiring evening to raise money and consciousness for Senator Barack Obama's presidential campaign.

Hot off sold-out runs in Washington D.C., Chicago and New York, 'Political Idol,' a hilarious spoof of the upcoming presidential elections returns to Off-Broadway's Triad Theatre opening on Wednesday, July 23 (7PM) for a four week run.

Hot off sold-out runs in Washington D.C., Chicago and New York, 'Political Idol,' a hilarious spoof of the upcoming presidential elections returns to Off-Broadway's Triad Theatre opening on Sunday, March 16th (7PM) for a seven week run. In this new updated version, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama fight it out for the Democratic Nomination, and John McCain searches for the perfect running mate.

Steve Silver's Beach Blanket Babylon, the nation's longest running musical revue, presents a sign language interpreted performance on Sunday, April 20 at 5 p.m. at Club Fugazi in the heart of San Francisco's North Beach district.

Hot off sold-out runs in Washington D.C., Chicago and New York, Political Idol, a hilarious spoof of the upcoming presidential elections returns to Off-Broadway's Triad Theatre opening on Sunday, March 16 (7PM) for a seven week run.

Today's the day the Teddy Bears had their picnic! And they brought along all their Broadway-loving friends for another successful and entertaining Broadway Bears auction, presented by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS! To the thrill of bear and fan-boy alike, the 11th Annual event raised over $127,000! Top winners were 'Cyrano de Bergerac,' 'The Lion King' and 'Spamalot.'

'Don't Quit Your Night Job,' the critically acclaimed comedy variety show featuring a revolving cast of Broadway's brightest performing without a net, kicked-off the new year at their monthly home The Zipper Factory on Thursday, February 14 with a special Valentine's Day edition. With Sara Ramirez and Michael McKean among the stars!

'The Missionary Position' holds a mirror up to the American political process as it examines the role of religion on the campaign trail and raises the question of God's party affiliation

Ryan J. Davis and Adam Wagner presented 'Broadway For Barack: The Voices Of Hope', a one-night only benefit concert for Senator Barack Obama's Presidential Campaign, featuring young songwriters & Broadway singers united for real change, on Monday, February 11 at 9:30 PM at The Zipper Theatre (336 W. 37th St)

According to MTV a film featuring vampire Harvard students slated to debut online within the next two weeks. The article states 'during the most expensive presidential campaign in history, when some of the candidates are dropping more than $1 million a day on TV ads, you really have to wonder if that old saying about any publicity being good publicity still applies.'

Ryan J. Davis and Adam Wagner are proud to announce Broadway For Barack: The Voices Of Hope, a one-night only benefit concert for Senator Barack Obama's Presidential Campaign at Off-Broadway's Zipper Theatre. The concert will feature young songwriters & Broadway singers united for real change.

Don't Quit Your Night Job, the critically acclaimed comedy variety show featuring a revolving cast of Broadway's brightest performing without a net, kicked off the new year at their monthly home The Zipper Factory on Thursday, January 17 at 11:30PM.

The Golden and Silver Icon Awards presented annually by Travolta Family Entertainment have been announced for 2006-2007 in Entertainment, Food, Fashion, Automobile, Travel, Technology/Electronics, and Leisure.

San Francisco's legendary Beach Blanket Babylon announces new Friday and Saturday evening scheduled performances, beginning January 5, 2008!

BroadwayWorld.com readers can save 40% off POLITICAL IDOL - the funniest political parody of the season! Now playing Tuesday nights at 9PM at the Triad Theatre, New York.