BWW Review: Taproot's Sweet PERSUASION Brims with Potential
by Jay Irwin
- Jul 15, 2017
There are certain things that spring to mind when thinking of a Jane Austen story. Blistering on again, off again romances. Sweeping emotions. And of course, Colin Firth emerging from a lake. Well the new musical adaptation of Jane Austen's "Persuasion", currently playing at Taproot Theatre, may not have Colin Firth but the romances and emotions are there in spades.
Colin Firth Still In the Running for MY FAIR LADY Revival?
by Nicole Rosky
- Jun 29, 2017
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Lincoln Center Theater, in association with Nederlander Presentations Inc., will mount a new production of Lerner & Loewe's My Fair Lady next spring, the first Broadway production of the classic musical in 25 years. MY FAIR LADY, which will be directed by Bartlett Sher, will begin previews Thursday, March 22, 2018 and open on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at the Vivian Beaumont Theater (150 West 65 Street).
Comedian Sara Pascoe Adapts PRIDE AND PREJUDICE for Nottingham Playhouse
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 14, 2017
In a brand new comic adaptation by stand-up comedian Sara Pascoe, with an original score from Emmy the Great and directed by Susannah Tresilian (Director of Posh at Nottingham Playhouse in 2015), prepare yourself for a playful, truthful and occasionally disrespectful take on this brilliant novel.
Dick Van Dyke Praises 'MARY POPPINS' Stars Blunt & Miranda: 'I Was Impressed'
by Caryn Robbins
- Jun 12, 2017
In an interview with The New York Post, song and dance man Dick Van Dyke praises the cast and crew of Disney's upcoming MARY POPPINS RETURNS. The actor, who will make a cameo in the highly anticipated film, will be the only original 'POPPINS' cast member making an appearance in the movie.
Julie Andrews Will Not Appear in Disney's MARY POPPINS RETURNS
by Caryn Robbins
- Jun 9, 2017
To the disappointment of MARY POPPINS fans everywhere, director Rob Marshall revealed that the original magical nanny, Julie Andrews, will not be making an appearance in Disney's highly anticipated MARY POPPINS RETURNS.
Amanda Seyfried to Return for MAMMA MIA! Movie Sequel
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 1, 2017
Here we go again! Universal has announced that it is officially moving forward on a sequel to the film version of the Broadway mega-hit Mamma Mia. The film, titled, Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again! is expected to hit theaters everywhere, July 20, 2018.
VIDEO: Watch Cast of LOVE ACTUALLY in 'Red Nose Day' Reunion Film
by Caryn Robbins
- May 26, 2017
Writer-director Richard Curtis and the cast of his beloved holiday film LOVE ACTUALLY came together again for 'Red Nose Day Actually,' a short film that aired as part of 'The Red Nose Day Special' last night on NBC. Check out the reunion in full below!
3rd Annual RED NOST DAY Raises Over $35 Million for Children In Need
by Caryn Robbins
- May 26, 2017
The third annual RED NOST DAY took place today concluding a six-week campaign of activity across the country. The campaign raised at least $35 million to help children in need, and has now raised more than $95 million in its first three years in the U.S.
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