Alan Mingo Jr., Graham Scott Fleming, and AJ Bridel to Star in Toronto's Kinky Boots; Full Cast Announced!
by Alan Henry
- Apr 22, 2015
BroadwayWorld has learned this morning that casting we previously reported for the Toronto production of Kinky Boots has been confirmed. American Broadway touring vet Alan Mingo Jr. will star as Lola - the role originated by Billy Porter in the Broadway production. Graham Scott Fleming will play Charlie Price, the young man who inherits a shoe-factory from his father, only to learn it isn't financially stable.
Lynda Carter to be Honored at 14th Annual Women Who Care Awards
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 20, 2015
Edward R. Matthews, CEO of United Cerebral Palsy of New York City (UCP of NYC), and Loreen Arbus, Founder & Chair of Women Who Care, announced today that Lynda Carter, actress and singer, will be honored at the Women Who Care Awards, to be held Thursday, May 7th at Cipriani 42nd Street. The luncheon benefits United Cerebral Palsy of New York City and celebrates the accomplishments of extraordinary women as professionals, philanthropists and caregivers, who have broken glass ceilings and inspired others through their professional and charitable endeavors. Ms. Carter will receive The Women Who Care Luella Bennack Philanthropy Award.
Will Alan Mingo Jr. Play Lola in Toronto's KINKY BOOTS?
by Alan Henry
- Apr 20, 2015
BroadwayWorld Toronto has learned that American actor Alan Mingo Jr. will play Lola in the Toronto production of KINKY BOOTS. Mingo Jr. joins Graham Scott Fleming as Charlie Price, a casting which BroadwayWorld previously reported. The Toronto production is set to begin performances at The Royal Alexandra Theatre on June 16, 2015.
STAGE TUBE: KINKY BOOTS Launches New Promo Campaign for Second Year on Broadway
by Stage Tube
- Apr 17, 2015
Kinky Boots, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning hit musical, celebrated two-year anniversary on Broadway on Saturday, April 4, 2015. Featuring a Tony Award-winning score by pop icon Cyndi Lauper, a book by Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein, and direction and choreography by Tony Award-winner Jerry Mitchell, opened to rave reviews on April 4, 2013, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th St), where it's played 835 performances for over a million people... and counting! KINKY BOOTS just launched a new ad campaign for year two -- scroll down to watch the new promo video, plus check out two new ads and pics from the photo shoot!
Connie Champagne to Bring 'BEYOND THE RAINBOW' to Feinstein's at the Nikko, 5/14
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 13, 2015
Feinstein's at the Nikko is thrilled to welcome the return of San Francisco's own legendary, award-winning, extraordinary performer Connie Champagne for one performance only of her acclaimed show Beyond the Rainbow: The Best of Connie Champagne as Judy Garland on Thursday, May 14 at 8 p.m.
BWW Reviews: KINKY BOOTS will 'Raise You Up' at the Conner Palace Theatre
by Roy Berko
- Apr 10, 2015
o resounding applause, Gina Vernaci, the Executive Producer of Playhouse Square, the woman responsible for cobbling together each year's Key Bank Broadway Series, announced at the local KINKY BOOTS' press opening, that Cleveland's 32,000 subscribers constituted the largest body of audience for any of the toured Broadway cities. What she didn't share was that almost all the tickets for the local run of KINKY BOOTS are sold out. If you expect to see the show, run, don't walk to your computer or phone and order now (216-241-6000 or www.playhousesquare.org). Not later, now!
Brooke Moriber Tapes for RICK'S RISING STARS at Revolution Bar & Music Hall Today
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 8, 2015
Flash forward some years later, with seven Broadway shows, roles opposite such stars as Lili Taylor and Kristen Johnston, and a burgeoning recording career -- she hits the stage with her band tonight Wednesday, April 8th for a taping of Verizon Fios1's 'Rick's Rising Stars' at Revolution Bar & Music Hall, located at 140 Merrick Rd, Amityville, NY 11701.
KINKY BOOTS National Tour to Runs thru 4/19 at Playhouse Square
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 7, 2015
Kinky Boots, the smash-hit musical that brings together four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein (Book) and Grammy Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper (Tony Award-winner for Best Score for Kinky Boots), opens at Playhouse Square, tonight, April 7-19.
Photo Flash: KINKY BOOTS Cast Celebrates 2 Years on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 6, 2015
Kinky Boots, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning hit musical, just celebrated two-year anniversary on Broadway on Saturday, April 4, 2015. Featuring a Tony Award-winning score by pop icon Cyndi Lauper, a book by Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein, and direction and choreography by Tony Award-winner Jerry Mitchell, opened to rave reviews on April 4, 2013, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th St), where it's played 835 performances for over a million people... and counting! Check out photos from inside the celebration below!
STAGE TUBE: Missed it? Watch BILLY PORTER: BROADWAY & SOUL in Its Entirety!
by Sally Henry Fuller
- Apr 4, 2015
Live From Lincoln Center - the pioneering, award-winning performing arts series - continued its 40th anniversary season with another concert from Lincoln Center's American Songbook series, featuring Billy Porter tonight, April 3, in BROADWAY & SOUL. Tony Award-winning actress and singer Audra McDonald hosts the broadcast. In case you missed the performance, BroadwayWorld brings you the whole video below!
Beckie Menzie and Tom Michael Bring IT'S ABOUT TIME to Davenport's Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 4, 2015
One of Chicago's favorite duos, After Dark Award Winners Beckie Menzie and Tom Michael, will be presenting their brand new annual April show It's About Time. Enjoy 'a joyous intoxicating hour of music,' (NY Cabaret Scenes Magazine) as the award-winning duo explores songs about the many concepts of time.
KINKY BOOTS to Celebrate Second Anniversary on Broadway Tomorrow!
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 3, 2015
Kinky Boots, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning hit musical, celebrates two-year anniversary on Broadway this Saturday, April 4, 2015, producers Daryl Roth and Hal Luftig have announced. Kinky Boots, featuring a Tony Award-winning score by pop icon Cyndi Lauper, a book by Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein, and direction and choreography by Tony Award-winner Jerry Mitchell, opened to rave reviews on April 4, 2013, at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th St), where it's played 835 performances for over a million people… and counting!
Billy Porter Brings BROADWAY AND SOUL to LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 3, 2015
Live From Lincoln Center - the pioneering, award-winning performing arts series - continues its 40th anniversary season with another concert from Lincoln Center's American Songbook series, featuring Billy Porter tonight, April 3, in BROADWAY AND SOUL. Tony Award-winning actress and singer Audra McDonald hosts the broadcast.
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