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STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes To Theatre Royal Bath
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 17, 2011

Kacey Ainsworth (Annelle), Isla Blair (M'Lynn), Cheryl Campbell (Ouiser), Cherie Lunghi (Clairee), Sadie Pickering (Shelby) and Denise Welch (Truvy) comprise the cast for the National Tour of Steel Magnolias, written by Robert Harling and directed by David Gilmore. Steel Magnolias is being produced by David Ian Productions.

Kacey Ainsworth, Isla Blair Lead STEEL MAGNOLIAS UK National Tour
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 4, 2011

Kacey Ainsworth (Annelle), Isla Blair (M'Lynn), Cheryl Campbell (Ouiser), Cherie Lunghi (Clairee), Sadie Pickering (Shelby) and Denise Welch (Truvy) comprise the cast for the National Tour of Steel Magnolias, written by Robert Harling and directed by David Gilmore.

Alex Gaumond, Lauren Samuels to Lead WE WILL ROCK YOU Cast Through 10th Anniversary, 2012 Olympic Year
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2011

The current year-long celebrations of legendary rock band Queen's 40th anniversary have seen a massively elevated profile for the co-creators of hit show We Will Rock You, and the celebrations continue with the launch next week of the lavish memorabilia book , '40 Years of Queen' (Carlton Books).

Joely Richardson Set to Star in Ibsen's THE LADY FROM THE SEA, February 23
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 6, 2011

According to the Daily Mail, Joely Richardson has signed on to star in Ibsen's THE LADY FROM THE SEA. Richardson's mother, Vanessa Redgrave, and sister, the late Natasha Richardson, have both played this leading role of Ellida, the lighouse keeper's daughter in Ibsen's drama. The play will be performed at the Rose Theatre in Kingston from February 23.

Alex Gaumond, Lauren Samuels to Lead WE WILL ROCK YOU Cast Through 10th Anniversary, 2012 Olympic Year
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 29, 2011

The current year-long celebrations of legendary rock band Queen's 40th anniversary have seen a massively elevated profile for the co-creators of hit show We Will Rock You, and the celebrations continue with the launch next week of the lavish memorabilia book , '40 Years of Queen' (Carlton Books).

Kerry Ellis Gives Concert at Shaw Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 30, 2011

West End star Kerry Ellis is set to return to the Shaw Theatre for 'An Audience with Kerry Ellis,' tonight and October 1. Ellis will perform her most loved songs, and will discuss her life and career with Mark Shenton.

Photo Coverage: Willemijn Verkaik Plays Birdland with Stephen Schwartz, Jason Robert Brown & Scott Alan
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - Aug 23, 2011

The Broadway at Birdland concert series last night featured the American concert debut of Dutch performer Willemijn Verkaik, best known to theater lovers for originating the role of Elphaba in the German production of Wicked. Broadwayworld was there for the event and brings you full coverage below!

Stephen Schwartz, Scott Alan, Jason Robert Brown Join Willemijn Verkaik at Birdland, 8/22
by BWW News Desk - Aug 22, 2011

The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to present the American concert debut of Dutch performer Willemijn Verkaik, best known to theater lovers for originating the role of Elphaba in the German production of Wicked. This event will take place at Birdland on Monday, August 22 at 7pm. Verkaik, backed by a seven piece rhythm and string section, will sing the work of today's most celebrated composers and will be joined by three very special guest composers: Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin), Jason Robert Brown (Parade; Last Five Years) and Scott Alan (Dreaming Wide Awake; Home), who will accompany the singer on work from their songbooks. This concert will mark Verkaik's American concert debut.

Alex Gaumond to Join WE WILL ROCK YOU 8/8; Mazz Murray to Return
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2011

Nominated as Best Actor in a Musical in both the Oliver Awards and Whatsonstage.com Awards for his performance as Emmett in the original London cast of Legally Blonde, actor, singer Alex Gaumond is to take over the leading role of Galileo in the Queen & Ben Elton hit West End musical, We Will Rock You.

Stephen Schwartz, Scott Alan, Jason Robert Brown Join Willemijn Verkaik at Birdland, 8/22
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 1, 2011

The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to present the American concert debut of Dutch performer Willemijn Verkaik, best known to theater lovers for originating the role of Elphaba in the German production of Wicked. This event will take place at Birdland on Monday, August 22 at 7pm. Verkaik, backed by a seven piece rhythm and string section, will sing the work of today's most celebrated composers and will be joined by three very special guest composers: Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin), Jason Robert Brown (Parade; Last Five Years) and Scott Alan (Dreaming Wide Awake; Home), who will accompany the singer on work from their songbooks. This concert will mark Verkaik's American concert debut.

Kerry Ellis Gives Concert at Shaw Theatre, September 30
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 14, 2011

West End star Kerry Ellis is set to return to the Shaw Theatre for 'An Audience with Kerry Ellis,' September 30 and October 1. Ellis will perform her most loved songs, and will discuss her life and career with Mark Shenton.

Dutch Theater Star Willemijn Verkaik Debuts at Birdland, 8/22
by Lauren Wolman - Jul 7, 2011

The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to present the American concert debut of Dutch performer Willemijn Verkaik, best known to theater lovers for originating the role of Elphaba in the German production of Wicked. This event will take place at Birdland on Monday, August 22 at 7pm. Verkaik, backed by a seven piece rhythm and string section, will sing the work of today's most celebrated composers and will be joined by two very special guest composers, Jason Robert Brown (Parade; Last Five Years) and Scott Alan (Dreaming Wide Awake; Home), who will accompany the singer on work from their songbooks. Other special guests will be announced in the coming weeks. This concert will mark Verkaik's American concert debut.

Alex Gaumond to Join WE WILL ROCK YOU 8/8; Mazz Murray to Return
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 4, 2011

Nominated as Best Actor in a Musical in both the Oliver Awards and Whatsonstage.com Awards for his performance as Emmett in the original London cast of Legally Blonde, actor, singer Alex Gaumond is to take over the leading role of Galileo in the Queen & Ben Elton hit West End musical, We Will Rock You. The announcement was made today by show producers Phil McIntyre Entertainment, Tribeca and Queen Theatrical Productions.

Ellis and May Lead ANTHEM: THE CONCERT 5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2011

Queen legend Brian May and West End and Broadway singing sensation Kerry Ellis are to perform the live version of their hit album, ANTHEMS, in a special Royal Albert Hall concert next Spring on the May Bank Holiday Sunday after the Royal Wedding.

Joely Richardson, Cotter Smith to Star in MCC's SIDE EFFECTS
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 18, 2011

MCC THEATER (Robert LuPone, Bernard Telsey, William Cantler, Artistic Directors; Blake West, Executive Director) today announced that Joely Richardson and Cotter Smith will star in the third and final production of the company's 25th Anniversary Season, Side Effects by Michael Weller. As previously announced, David Auburn (author of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning Broadway smash Proof) will direct this world premiere production. Performances of this two-person play begin at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street, NYC) on June 2, 2011 with an official opening night set for Sunday, June 19, 2011. Please note that these dates reflect a different schedule than the one previously announced for this production.

Theatre on Fire Presents BLACKADDER II LIVE, 4/16
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2011

Theatre on Fire closes its sixth season at the Charlestown Working Theater with something never before seen on a U.S. Stage: BLACKADDER II: LIVE. TOF is adapting the classic British TV comedy - voted 2nd best of all time - to the stage for the 25th anniversaryof its original broadcast. First aired in 1986, the Blackadder series made many of its cast into worldwide household names, including Rowan Atkinson, Hugh Laurie, Stephen Fry and Miranda Richardson.

Theatre on Fire and Charleston Working Theatre Present BLACKADDER II: LIVE
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2011

Theatre on Fire and the Charlestown Working Theater to Present BLACKADDER II: LIVE, the Entire Second Season of the Classic TV Series on Stage Directed by Darren Evans

Theatre on Fire Presents BLACKADDER II LIVE, 4/16
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 28, 2011

Theatre on Fire closes its sixth season at the Charlestown Working Theater with something never before seen on a U.S. Stage: BLACKADDER II: LIVE. TOF is adapting the classic British TV comedy - voted 2nd best of all time - to the stage for the 25th anniversaryof its original broadcast. First aired in 1986, the Blackadder series made many of its cast into worldwide household names, including Rowan Atkinson, Hugh Laurie, Stephen Fry and Miranda Richardson.

OLIVIERS 2011: LIVE Blog!
by Carrie Dunn - Mar 13, 2011

Our UK editor takes you through the evening live!

OLIVIERS 2011: LEGALLY BLONDE And AFTER THE DANCE Big Winners!
by Carrie Dunn - Mar 13, 2011

Check here to see if your favourites have picked up the prizes!

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