Chris Jackson News

Michelle Federer (Wicked's Original Broadway Nessarose) spent Sunday, September 19th, mentoring the young talent of Broadway's future as she led a Wicked-themed master class with Broadway Artists Alliance of New York City. Federer inspired, as she skillfully guided a master class in 'Song Interpretation' to a group of eager and talented young performers ages 10 to 21. Students also spent time on cold readings and scene study utilizing scenes from Wicked. Michelle's morning class was followed by an advanced audition technique workshop with a top casting representative from Telsey and Co. Casting.

Chris Jackson, who recently left the company of In the Heights after playing leading man Benny since 2002, was presented by his castmates with a truly inspirational tribute video. Receivng the help of Rascal Media, which also made IN THE HEIGHTS:CHASING BROADWAY DREAMS, Chris left the cast with this touching sendoff.

In FAR AWAY, Obie-winning playwright Caryl Churchill (A Number, Cloud 9, Mad Forest) presents a chilling dystopian vision of war and paranoia. Just how 'Far Away' is the world of the play from our reality? See Far Awayand make your own conclusions.

Today, August 6, 2010, in London, England, model Lily Cole poses with winners Tessa Maye and David Searle as she attends photocalll to announce the winners of the Gatwick Runway Models competition at Gatwick Airport North Terminal. BroadwayWorld brings you coverage below.

In FAR AWAY, Obie-winning playwright Caryl Churchill (A Number, Cloud 9, Mad Forest) presents a chilling dystopian vision of war and paranoia. Just how 'Far Away' is the world of the play from our reality? See Far Awayand make your own conclusions.

Queen Elizabeth attended the Sunday Service at the Cathedral Church of St. James on July 4 in Toronto, Canada. The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh are on an eight day tour of Canada starting in Halifax and finishing in Toronto.

Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh are on an eight day tour of Canada starting in Halifax and finishing in Toronto. The trip is to celebrate the centenary of the Canadian Navy and to mark Canada Day. On July 6 the royal couple will make their way to New York where the Queen will address the UN and visit Ground Zero. Broadwayworld brings you coverage of the Queen at the new James Armstrong Richardson International airport in Winnipeg, Canada.

On June 25, Prince Harry gave a speech during a reception on the USS Intrepid in New York and also visited the Westpoint Military Academy. Prince Harry is on a three day trip to New York culminating on Sunday where he will play a polo match supporting his charity, Sentebale. Broadwayworld brings you coverage below.

Today, Jun 22 The Scissor Sisters, consisting of Jake Shears and Ana Matronic played the Brixton Academy in London. BroadwayWorld brings you coverage of their concert below.

Today June 3, Anthony Gormley unveiled his latest work of art known as the 'Breathing Room III'. It is displayed at the 'Test Sites' press view at the White Cube Gallery in London, England.

Today June 3, the French Lingerie Gala - Lingerie Francaise launched outside the Hempel Hotel in London, England. Singer/actress Donna Air poses with models dressed in lingerie provided by Chantelle, Aubade, Lise Charmel and Antimea.

Corbin Bleu is the first star of the popular High School Musical film franchise to hit Broadway as he steps into the role of bodega owner Usnavi in IN THE HEIGHTS. BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture his first curtain call!

Tony nominee Will Swenson spent Sunday, October 18 mentoring the young talent of Broadway's future as he led a Hair-themed master class with Broadway Artists Alliance. Swenson inspired, as he skillfully guided a master class in 'Song Interpretation' to a group of eager and talented young performers ages 10 to 21.

Broadway favorite Tituss Burgess, who recently starred as Nicely-Nicely Johnson in GUYS AND DOLLS, presented 'How I Hear It' featuring the Tight-Ass Band at Birdland (315 West 44th Street) on Monday, July 27th at 7pm. BroadwayWorld.com's cameras were there to cheer him and band on!

'In the Heights: Chasing Broadway Dreams,' a documentary film telling Behind-The-Scenes Story of the 2008 Tony Award-Winning Musical, premieres on THIRTEEN's Great Performances, May 27 on PBS

'In The Heights: Chasing Broadway Dreams,' premieres on Great Performances Wednesday, May 27 at 8pm on KETC Channel 9, St. Louis' PBS station. This documentary film tells the behind-the-scenes story of the 2008 Tony Award-winning musical, IN THE HEIGHTS, scheduled to play the Fox Theatre November 10-22, 2009.

On Wednesday, May 27th at 8pm (check local listings for details), Great Performances on PBS presents a dazzling documentary 'In the Heights: Chasing Broadway Dreams'. This special will go down as the greatest commercial of all time for a Broadway musical, that took an enormous risk, moving from Off-Broadway to Broadway and running off with the 2008 Tony Award for Best Musical.

'In the Heights: Chasing Broadway Dreams,' a documentary film telling Behind-The-Scenes Story of the 2008 Tony Award-Winning Musical, premieres on THIRTEEN's Great Performances, May 27 on PBS

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, powers up this January with a new version of one of television's most beloved children's series, The Electric Company. The new series, designed to combat the literacy crisis America's second graders are facing, has been re-energized with 35 half-hour episodes for today's media-driven generation with a truly interactive experience. The series launches on PBS KIDS GO! January 19th with a special two hour sneak peek marathon before it settles into its regular weekly timeslot on Fridays beginning January 23rd (check local listings).

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, powers up this January with a new version of one of television's most beloved children's series, The Electric Company. The new series, designed to combat the literacy crisis America's second graders are facing, has been re-energized with 35 half-hour episodes for today's media-driven generation with a truly interactive experience. The series launches on PBS KIDS GO! January 19th with a special two hour sneak peek marathon before it settles into its regular weekly timeslot on Fridays beginning January 23rd (check local listings).