STAGE TUBE: Keaton Whittaker Sings 'Carrie' at Balagan Theatre Preview Event
by Christina Mancuso
- Jun 14, 2013
Balagan Theatre recently announced that a trio of Broadway powerhouse artists will star in 'Carrie: The Musical' this fall: Alice Ripley, Kendra Kassebaum, and Keaton Whittaker as Carrie. Ripley is best known for her Tony Award-winning turn as Diana Goodman in 'Next to Normal'; Kassebaum originated the role of Glinda in 'Wicked' on the first national tour; and young local actor Keaton Whittaker starred alongsideAngela Lansbury and Catherine Zeta-Jones in 'A Little Night Music'. Check out Keaton Whittaker performing 'Carrie' at the recent season preview event below!
Alice Ripley, Kendra Kassebaum to Lead Balagan Theatre's CARRIE in Seattle this October
by Tyler Peterson
- Jun 12, 2013
Balagan also announced a trio of Broadway powerhouse artists for Carrie: The Musical: Alice Ripley, Kendra Kassebaum, and Keaton Whittaker as Carrie. Ripley is best known for her Tony Award-winning turn as Diana Goodman in Next to Normal; Kassebaum was the first to replace Kristin Chenoweth as Glinda in Wicked; and young local actor Keaton Whittaker starred alongside Angela Lansbury and Catherine Zeta-Jones in A Little Night Music.
ITALIAN BRED Benefits Guyon Rescue with Tonight's Performance
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 11, 2013
Off-Broadway's ITALIAN BRED welcomes Janine and Dominick Detore in guest starring cameo roles at tonight's June 11th show. This performance will support GUYON RESCUE. The Detores are major supporters of the Staten Island based charitable organization.
ITALIAN BRED to Benefit Guyon Rescue with 6/11 Performance
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 4, 2013
Off-Broadway's ITALIAN BRED welcomes Janine and Dominick Detore in guest starring cameo roles at the June 11th show. This performance will support GUYON RESCUE. The Detores are major supporters of the Staten Island based charitable organization.
Varla Jean Merman Brings THE BOOK OF MERMAN to London
by Kelsey Denette
- May 3, 2013
International Drag Sensation Varla Jean Merman is returning to London for the first time in 10 years, joining newcomers Well-Strung,The Singing String Quartet, for a two-act evening of sublime entertainment at Leicester Square Theatre from Thursday 19 September - Saturday 21 September.
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: ALIVE AND KICKING Ends Off-Broadway Run Today
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 28, 2013
Gerard Alessandrini's Forbidden Broadway: Alive and Kicking! ends its run today, April 28, at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street). The smash musical, which received unanimous raves from critics and audiences alike, broke all box-office records at the 47th Street Theatre and won spots on the Top Ten Lists of Time Magazine and the Associated Press, begins its hiatus in order to make room for The Puerto Rican Traveling Theatre's own season, as required by the show's lease agreement with the theatre.
VIDEO: Bruce Willis in First Trailer for RED 2
by Caryn Robbins
- Apr 26, 2013
Summit Entertainment has debuted the first trailer for RED 2, the July 19 sequel starring Bruce Willis, John Malkovich, Mary-Louise Parker, Anthony Hopkins, Helen Mirren, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Byung Hun Lee, Brian Cox and Neal McDonough. Get a first look below!
FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Ends Off-Broadway Run 4/28
by Kelsey Denette
- Apr 24, 2013
There are only a few more performances to catch for Gerard Alessandrini's FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: ALIVE AND KICKING! at the 47th Street Theatre (304 West 47th Street). The smash musical, which received unanimous raves from critics and audiences alike, broke all box-office records at the 47th Street Theatre and won spots on the Top Ten Lists of Time Magazine and the Associated Press, will begin its hiatus on Sunday, April 28, in order to make room for The Puerto Rican Traveling Theatre's own season, as required by the show's lease agreement with the theatre.
Featured Performer of the Week: Stephen R. Buntrock
by BWW Special Coverage
- Apr 24, 2013
This week, we're thrilled to feature Broadway vet Stephen R. Buntrock who is currently playing the role of 'Emile De Becque' in SOUTH PACIFIC at The Marriott Theatre in Chicago.
Photo Coverage: The Stars Arrive for the 40th Annual Chaplin Awards, Honoring Barbra Streisand
by Walter McBride
- Apr 23, 2013
The Film Society of Lincoln Center presented the 40th Chaplin Award honoring Academy Award-winner Barbra Streisand yesterday at Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center. The celebration in honor of the international film legend's groundbreaking career featured musical performances and film and interview clips culminating in the presentation of The Chaplin Award by President Bill Clinton. View photos of the arrivals below!
ROCK OF AGES Returns to the Orpheum Theatre in May
by Kelsey Denette
- Apr 18, 2013
Rock of Ages, the five-time Tony nominated musical and love story told through the hits of iconic '80s rockers such as Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake and more, returns to Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre, May 17-19, 2013. This awesomely good time features nearly 30 chart-topping hits from "Don't Stop Believin'" and "Here I Go Again" to "Can't Fight This Feeling" and "We Built This City." Single tickets are on sale now. Rock of Ages is presented by Hennepin Theatre Trust as a special addition to its 2012/13 Broadway Across America-Minneapolis season. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.
Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Honors Christopher Plummer at 2013 Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 15, 2013
The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center is set to honor Christopher Plummer at a gala event tonight, April 15th in New York City. The 13th Annual Monte Cristo Award will be presented to Mr. Plummer by fellow stage and film legend Kevin Spacey. Mr. Spacey was the recipient of the Monte Cristo Award in 2009. Red carpet and cocktails begin at 6:30pm at the Edison Ballroom on West 47th Street, followed by dinner, and a program celebrating the honoree.
FSPA Alum Nadine Malouf Performs with LES MISERABLES at 2013 Academy Awards
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 9, 2013
Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) alumna Nadine Malouf was caught up in the fanfare surrounding Cameron Mackintosh and Tom Hooper's film adaptation of Les Miserables when she received the invitation of a lifetime to perform alongside Hathaway, Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe and other principals from the film at the 85th annual Academy Awards on February 24 in Los Angeles.
Eugene O'Neill Theater Center to Honor Christopher Plummer at 2013 Gala, 4/15
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 9, 2013
The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center is set to honor Christopher Plummer at a gala event Monday evening, April 15th in New York City. The 13th Annual Monte Cristo Award will be presented to Mr. Plummer by fellow stage and film legend Kevin Spacey. Mr. Spacey was the recipient of the Monte Cristo Award in 2009. Red carpet and cocktails begin at 6:30pm at the Edison Ballroom on West 47th Street, followed by dinner, and a program celebrating the honoree.
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