Mega-Musical KING KONG Delays Broadway Run
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 6, 2014
As previously reported, following a successful run in Melbourne, the producers of KING KONG were planning to bring the mega-musical to Broadway in December 2014. Due to the 'huge scale of the production' and to allow the creative team necessary time to implement changes, the producers have decided 'to not rush in before the end of the year.'
Photo Flash: Meet the Men of Australia's KING KONG
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 11, 2013
As of today, fans of Australia's new KING KONG musical can now download a free, print-at-home calendar of the 'Men of Kong' via the show's Facebook page. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the images!
Australian KING KONG Musical Scouts Broadway Home, Hopes to Open in Next Two Years!
by BWW News Desk
- Oct 21, 2013
According to The Age, the creators of the new Australian musical KING KONG are searching for a theater on Broadway. Global Creatures' producer Bill Harris, technical director Richard Martin and production designer Peter England are vetting theaters this week. The team is looking to launch KING KONG in the United States within the next two years.
BWW Reviews: THE TAMING OF THE SHREW with a Wild West Twist at Orlando Shakespeare
by Kimberly Moy
- Sep 24, 2013
THE TAMING OF THE SHREW is one of Shakespeare's most famous comedies. In popular culture the play was translated into the 1999 movie 10 Things I Hate About You starring Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles. To keep the content entertaining Orlando Shakespeare Theater staged this production in the wild west, which fit the material perfectly.
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes - Men of KING KONG's Photo Shoot with DNA Magazine
by Tyler Peterson
- Sep 20, 2013
There are 35 male aerialists, circus performers, puppeteers, actors, singers and dancers in KING KONG's massive cast of 51 - and now, audiences can see a whole lot more of them in DNA Magazine's issue #166 (on sale worldwide 24 October 2013). Check out a behind the scenes video of the shoot below!
Orlando Shakespeare Theater's TAMING OF THE SHREW with Wild West Twist Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 11, 2013
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF presents Central Florida audiences with a fresh take on William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. Set in the Wild West and directed by Orlando Shakes Artistic Director Jim Helsinger, The Taming of the Shrew begins tonight, September 11 and runs through October 6, 2013 at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park.
STAGE TUBE: KING KONG's Esther Hannaford Performs 'A Simple Prayer'
by Stage Tube
- Jul 30, 2013
Esther Hannaford, who plays Ann Darrow in Australia's musical spectacular KING KONG, performed one of the original songs from the show on Australian TV on Monday. 'A Simple Prayer' has not been seen outside the show before. Get a first listen below!
MEGA STAGE TUBE: Meet the Cast & Creative Team of KING KONG!
by Nicole Rosky
- Jul 22, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG recently opened at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. The production, which was originally slated to run through July 28, has extended again through October 6. In the videos below, go behind the scenes of the new musical and meet the cast and creative team!
KING KONG Extends Through October 6 in Melbourne
by Nicole Rosky
- Jul 8, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG recently opened at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. The production, which was originally slated to run through July 28, has extended again through October 6. For tickets, visit http://www.ticketmaster.com.au
Orlando Shakespeare Theater to Present TAMING OF THE SHREW with Wild West Twist, Begin. 9/11
by Tyler Peterson
- Jun 27, 2013
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF is pleased to present Central Florida audiences with a fresh take on William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. Set in the Wild West and directed by Orlando Shakes Artistic Director Jim Helsinger, The Taming of the Shrew begins September 11 and runs through October 6, 2013 at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center in Loch Haven Park. Tickets, priced at $17-$40, are on sale now at (407) 447-1700 orhttp://orlandoshakes.org.
STAGE TUBE: KING KONG's Queenie van de Zandt and Richard Piper at Premiere After Party
by Stage Tube
- Jun 18, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG just opened last weekend at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. The production, which was originally slated to run through July 28, has just extended through August 18. Click below to watch a video interview with stars Queenie van de Zandt and Richard Piper at the premiere after party!
STAGE TUBE: KING KONG Thunders Into Melbourne - Media Call, Premiere, Extended Footage and More!
by Stage Tube
- Jun 17, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG just opened this weekend at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. The production, which was originally slated to run through July 28, has just extended through August 18. Click below to watch the show's media call, the opening night red carpet and festivities, and extended footage from the new musical!
Eddie Perfect Responds to KING KONG Musical's Critics
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 17, 2013
In response to Woodhead's comments, Australian theatre star Eddie Perfect took to Facebook, saying: 'I agree with Cameron [Woodhead], and I'd add something further. There's a convenient narrative springing up online (and elsewhere) that the creator's of Kong spent five years of developmental resources on the gorilla but neglected the book, music and lyrics. Without putting it too harshly, I think that's idiotic.'
STAGE TUBE: KING KONG's Adam Lyon Chats at Premiere After Party
by Stage Tube
- Jun 17, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG just opened this weekend at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. The production, which was originally slated to run through July 28, has just extended through August 18. Click below to watch a video interview with star Adam Lyon at the premiere after party!
KING KONG Extends Through August 18 in Melbourne
by Nicole Rosky
- Jun 17, 2013
The new stage musical KING KONG recently opened at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the show is already casting its eye towards Broadway, with a hopeful launch as early as 2014. The production, which was originally slated to run through July 28, has just extended through August 18. For tickets, visit http://www.ticketmaster.com.au
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