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Lizzo, Har Mar Superstar to Headline Hazelfest's 5th Anniversary Event
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 13, 2017


For its fifth anniversary, HazelFest has booked rising star Lizzo to headline what has become a one-of-a-kind highlight in Minnesota's summer concert calendar.

IPHIGENIA IN SPLOTT, Starring Sophie Melville, Set for 'Brits Off Broadway' Series at 59E59 Theaters
by BWW News Desk - Apr 6, 2017


59E59 Theaters will welcome the critically acclaimed IPHIGENIA IN SPLOTT at the 2017 Brits Off Broadway festival.

Nassau County Museum Of Art Presents HALSTON STYLE, 3/25-7/9
by Molly Tracy - Mar 7, 2017


The first comprehensive retrospective of the work of the American fashion designer Halston will be presented at Nassau County Museum of Art in Roslyn Harbor, New York from Saturday, March 25 through Sunday, July 9, 2017.

Rachel Tucker Announces Live at Zedel Dates
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2017


After two sell-out one-woman shows, Rachel Tucker is back with her first intimate solo show for three shows only in March.

BWW Review: The Rip Nelson Holiday Spectacular
by Misha Davenport - Nov 28, 2016


BWW Review: The Rip Nelson Holiday Spectacular

Simon & Schuster and Hazelden Publishing Announce Distribution Agreement
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 15, 2016


NEW YORK, NY - Simon & Schuster, Inc. has entered a sales and distribution agreement with Hazelden Publishing, a division of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and the leading publisher of addiction recovery and self-help resources. Under the agreement, which is effective January 1, 2017, Simon & Schuster will handle trade sales and distribution of Hazelden's print and digital books in North America.

Millie Grams Returns to Don't Tell Mama on 6/25
by Louisa Brady - Jun 5, 2016


After performing for two years at the Betty Ford Clinic, Millie Grams brings her crowd-pleasing show back to Don't Tell Mama on June 25th (7pm). Millie is ready to tickle her funny bone with parodies of Cole Porter, Jerry Herman, Elton John, Leslie Gore, Kander and Ebb, Andrew Lloyd Weber and Abba, all seamlessly tied together with heartfelt tales of her life as a hustling showgirl. Fresh, Funny, Fabulous and Feisty...yes, my dears, The Bitch Is Back!

60 MINUTES Reporter Morley Safer Passes Away Just One Week After Retirement
by Caryn Robbins - May 19, 2016


Legendary newsman Morley Safer has passed away at the age of 84, just one week after announcing his retirement from CBS's long-running news show 60 MINUTES. 

HOLLYWOOD 911, COPYCAT KILLERS Among Reelz New & Returning Original Series
by Caryn Robbins - May 17, 2016


REELZ today announced new original series HOLLYWOOD 911 will premiere Saturday, June 11 at 10pm ET/PT and the return of original series Murder Made Me Famous and CopyCat Killers with new episodes

28th Annual Colleagues Spring Luncheon Will Honor Roma Downey
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 6, 2016


The 28TH Annual Colleagues Spring Luncheon and Oscar de la Renta will honor Emmy nominated actress and producer Roma Downey ('Touched by an Angel,' 'The Bible') with The Colleagues Champion of Children Award, which honors those who have made a lasting impact on the lives of children.  Actress Angie Harmon will be the Master of Ceremonies at the luncheon which benefits the Children's Institute, Inc (CII). 

LaChiusa's FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE Cast Album Now Available in Stores
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 1, 2016


Ghostlight Records has released the original cast recording of the world premiere musical FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE - written by Michael John LaChiusa and directed by Kirsten Sanderson - online and in stores today, Frida­­y, April 1. The album was released in digital formats on Friday, February 26.

FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE Original Cast Recording Hits the Shelves Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2016


Ghostlight Records has released the original cast recording of the world premiere musical FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE -- written by Michael John LaChiusa and directed by Kirsten Sanderson. The physical CD will be online and in stores today, April 1.

FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE Original Cast Recording Out Digitally Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2016


Ghostlight Records has released the original cast recording of the world premiere musical FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE -- written by Michael John LaChiusa and directed by Kirsten Sanderson -- in digital formats today, February 26. The physical CD will be online and in stores on Frida­­y, April 1.

Cast Album for Michael John LaChiusa's FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE to be Released Digitally This Month
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 1, 2016


Ghostlight Records will release the original cast recording of the world premiere musical FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE, written by Michael John LaChiusa and directed by Kirsten Sanderson.

Next Broadway Return for Kristin Chenoweth Already in Sight?
by Iris Moebius - Jan 11, 2016


It looks like Kristin Chenoweth may be returning to Broadway sooner than we thought!  I recently had the opportunity to talk to the Kristin about a variety of topics. She filled me in about her next big project, I Am Anne Hutchinson, and shared some insights into the expectations of Hollywood, specifically for women. Of course we also talked about her plans for the future, which include a return to Broadway in the near future in Tammy Faye Bakker - The Musical!

VIDEO: FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE's Betsy Morgan's Quick Change From Trisha Nixon To Susan Ford
by Michael Dale - Nov 9, 2015


A crack team helps her transform from the nervous bride to the cool photographer.

STAGE TUBE: Watch 'Amy Carter' and More in Four Numbers from FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE at The Public
by Stage Tube - Nov 5, 2015


Below, watch several numbers from the The Public Theater's FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE, including the 'Opening Number', 'Amy Carter's Fabulous Dream Adventure', 'Patti by the Pool', and 'In the Deep Bosom of the Ocean Buried'! (Plus click here to watch 'Happy Pat'.)

STAGE TUBE: Watch Barbara Walsh Perform 'Happy Pat' from FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 3, 2015


The Public Theater is presenting First Daughter Suite, a world premiere musical by Michael John LaChiusa. Directed by Kirsten Sanderson, First Daughter Suite began previews on Tuesday, October 6 and was originally scheduled to close on Sunday, November 15. It will now run an additional week through Sunday, November 22. Ghostlight Records recently recorded the original cast recording ofFirst Daughter Suite to be released later this season. Below, watch as Barbara Walsh Performs 'Happy Pat.'

The Public Extends Michael John LaChiusa's Starry FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 30, 2015


The Public Theater has announced a one-week extension for the critically acclaimed FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE, a world premiere musical by Michael John LaChiusa, BroadwayWorld has confirmed. Directed by Kirsten Sanderson, FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE began previews on Tuesday, October 6 and was originally scheduled to close on Sunday, November 15. It will now run an additional week through Sunday, November 22. Ghostlight Records recently recorded the original cast recording of FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE to be released later this season.

BWW Interview: She's a Witchy Woman- WICKED's Rachel Tucker Has Crossed an Ocean For Another Go at Elphaba
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 26, 2015


Tucker just checked in with BroadwayWorld about her first month as a Broadway Elpahba and everything that's been going on at the Gershwin since she arrived. Check out the full interview below!

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