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'GUYS and DOLLS' To Play Final Broadway 'Crap Game' On June 14th, 2010/2011 Tour Planned
by Eddie Varley - Jun 9, 2009

Guys and Dolls will close on Broadway on June 14th, the show will have played 28 previews and 113 performances. Guys and Dolls stars Oliver Platt ('Nathan Detroit'), Lauren Graham ('Miss Adelaide'), Craig Bierko ('Sky Masterson') and Kate Jennings Grant ('Sarah Brown'). The first joint Broadway project by two-time Tony Award winning director Des McAnuff and choreographer Sergio Trujillo since their collaboration on the Tony Award winning musical Jersey Boys, Guys and Dolls began previews on February 5th, 2009 at Broadway's newly refurbished Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). Opening Night took place on March 1st, 2009

2009 Tony Award Winner: Hair For 'Best Revival of a Musical'
by Charlie Piane - Jun 8, 2009

BroadwayWorld Congratulates Hair, 2009 Tony Award Winner, 'Best Revival of a Musical'

Watermill's SUNSET BOULEVARD Sings 'Goodbye' to West End 5/30
by Eddie Varley - May 30, 2009

Sunset Boulevard at the West End's intimate Comedy Theatre closes today May 30, 2009. UK theatre sources are reporting that plans are in the works to launch a UK tour in early 2010 as well as some talk of bringing the production to New York, but no official announcement has yet been made.

Watermill's SUNSET BOULEVARD to Close in West End May 30
by Robert Diamond - May 20, 2009

The current London production of Sunset Boulevard at the West End's intimate Comedy Theatre has posted a closing notice for May 30, 2009.

Andrew Lloyd Webber Talks Susan Boyle in UK Telegraph
by Eddie Varley - May 15, 2009

The UK Telegraph reports that Andrew Lloyd Webber has fallen under the spell of Susan Boyle, just like the rest of the planet!

2009 Tony Award Nominees: 'Best Revival Of A Musical'
by Charlie Piane - May 5, 2009

BroadwayWorld Presents The 2009 Tony Award Nominees: 'Best Revival Of A Musical'

Spike Lee's PASSING STRANGE Film To Air On PBS In 2010
by Charlie Piane - May 1, 2009

PBS will air Spike Lee's film adaptation of PASSING STRANGE in 2010. The film recently had its New York premiere when it played the Tribeca Film festival. Passing Strange will air as part of PBS' 'Great Performances'.

STAGE TUBE: Susan Boyle Sings 'Whistle Down the Wind'
by Eddie Varley - Apr 22, 2009

Britain's Got Talent contestant Susan Boyle continues to charm the world. Boyle is making the talk show rounds and appeared on CNN this morning discussing her sudden fame and her inspiring performance. She even sang a bit for the cameras!

Stage Tube: Boyle Speaks to and Sings 'My Heart Will Go On' for Larry King
by Robert Diamond - Apr 18, 2009

Boyle, who has over 34 million fans on the media sharing site spoke to and sang for CNN's Larry King last night. At the conclusion of the interview, she sings a bit of Celine Dion's hit 'My Heart Will Go On' from Titanic.

Susan Boyle Featured in The NY Times
by Eddie Varley - Apr 18, 2009

Britain's Got Talent sensation Susan Boyle is featured in The New York Times.

Boyle Chooses Lloyd Webber's 'Whistle Down the Wind' for Next 'BGT' Performance
by Eddie Varley - Apr 17, 2009

Britain's Got Talent sensation Susan Boyle has chosen the title song from the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical Whistle Down the Wind for her next performance on the program.

TV: Sergio Trujillo and Nick Adams on Dancing 'DOLLS'
by Eddie Varley - Apr 16, 2009

Directed by Des McAnuff and choreographed by Sergio Trujillo, GUYS AND DOLLS began previews on February 5, 2009 and opened on March 1, 2009 at Broadway's newly refurbished Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). GUYS AND DOLLS singer, actor and dancer Nick Adams, who plays 'Liver Lips Louis' spoke with the dynamic Trujillo about the journey of bringing the musical's color cast of characters to glorious life on the Broadway stage.

'PLAGUE OVER ENGLAND' Moves To The Big Screen; De Jongh Pens Adaptation
by Charlie Piane - Apr 6, 2009

Former Theatre Critic-turned-Playwright Nicholas de Jongh's first full-legth play, PLAGUE OVER ENGLAND - currently running at the Duchess Theatre through May 2 - will be moving to the big screen. de Jongh will pen the adaptation.

GUYS & DOLLS' Lauren Graham Featured On The View 4/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 30, 2009

On Wednesday, April 1st, Lauren Graham, star of GUYS AND DOLLS on Broadway, will be featured on The View. Then, on Friday, April 3rd, Graham will be featured on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. The View airs on ABC, channel 7 in the tri-state area and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon airs on NBC, channel 4 in the tri-state area.

Photo Coverage: GUYS & DOLLS Gypsy Robe Ceremony
by Walter McBride - Mar 5, 2009

Jennifer Cody was the Gypsy Robe recipient for Shrek, the Broadway dynamo passed the robe on to Guys and Dolls ensemble member Lorin Latarro in a fun and emotion filled ceremony. BroadwayWorld's camera shared in the excitement as the cast cheered her on!

RIALTO CHATTER: 'GUYS & DOLLS' Producers Say Show 'Has Chance, Has Chance' Despite Negative Reviews
by Eddie Varley - Mar 2, 2009

The New York Times is revealing that while the current Broadway revival of 'Guys and Dolls' opened on Sunday night to widespread negative reviews, the producers held discussions today about the show's future and have decided to keep it running as they believe in the quality of the production. The first step post opening is to focus on advertising and marketing as the reviews give those department less than helpful quotes to nab for media attention.

Photo Coverage: GUYS & DOLLS Opening Night Party
by Linda Lenzi - Mar 2, 2009

Guys and Dolls stars Oliver Platt ('Nathan Detroit'), Lauren Graham ('Miss Adelaide'), Craig Bierko ('Sky Masterson') and Kate Jennings Grant ('Sarah Brown'). The first joint Broadway project by two-time Tony Award winning director Des McAnuff and choreographer Sergio Trujillo since their collaboration on the Tony Award winning musical Jersey Boys, Guys and Dolls began previews on February 5, 2009 at Broadway's newly refurbished Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). The cast celebrated Opening Night on March 1, 2009 and BroadwayWorld's cameras joined the 'dames and gents' as they partied after the show!

Photo Coverage: GUYS & DOLLS Opening Night Arrivals
by Walter McBride - Mar 2, 2009

Guys and Dolls stars Oliver Platt ('Nathan Detroit'), Lauren Graham ('Miss Adelaide'), Craig Bierko ('Sky Masterson') and Kate Jennings Grant ('Sarah Brown'). The first joint Broadway project by two-time Tony Award winning director Des McAnuff and choreographer Sergio Trujillo since their collaboration on the Tony Award winning musical Jersey Boys, Guys and Dolls began previews on February 5, 2009 at Broadway's newly refurbished Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). The cast celebrated Opening Night on March 1, 2009 and BroadwayWorld's cameras greeted the starry arrivals.

Photo Coverage: GUYS & DOLLS Opening Night Curtain Call!
by Walter McBride - Mar 2, 2009

Guys and Dolls stars Oliver Platt ('Nathan Detroit'), Lauren Graham ('Miss Adelaide'), Craig Bierko ('Sky Masterson') and Kate Jennings Grant ('Sarah Brown'). The first joint Broadway project by two-time Tony Award winning director Des McAnuff and choreographer Sergio Trujillo since their collaboration on the Tony Award winning musical Jersey Boys, Guys and Dolls began previews on February 5, 2009 at Broadway's newly refurbished Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). The cast celebrated Opening Night on March 1, 2009 and BroadwayWorld's camera's rolled the dice with the starry group as they took the first night bows!

RIALTO CHATTER: The 'Horse Race' That Wasn't - Recasting EQUUS
by Eddie Varley - Feb 14, 2009

EQUUS concluded its 22-week engagement as scheduled on Broadway on February 8th, 2009. The play opened in September 2008 at the Broadhurst Theatre, marking the Broadway debut of Daniel Radcliffe. Mr. Radcliffe starred in the revival of Peter Shaffer's play opposite Tony Award winner Richard Griffiths ('The History Boys'). The big question was always 'who'll replace Daniel on Broadway?'

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