Broadway Shines at The Grammys: A Spotlight on 2014's 'Best Musical Theater Album' Nominees
by BWW Special Coverage
- Jan 26, 2014
BroadwayWorld has rounded up a sampling of each of the albums, featuring KINKY BOOTS' pop-inspired tunes by Cyndi Lauper, full of be-yourself spirit and catchy rhythms, MATILDA's imaginatively 'revolting' tracks by Tim Minchin, and the soulful hits of MOTOWN, featuring the works of stars such as Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson and the Jackson 5!
KINKY BOOTS Heading to the West End in 2015!
by Caryn Robbins
- Jan 23, 2014
Tony Award winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell revealed that his Broadway smash hit KINKY BOOTS will have its West End premiere in 2015.
Valisia LeKae Writes About Cancer Diagnosis, MOTOWN & More
by Pat Cerasaro
- Jan 22, 2014
MOTOWN headliner and Broadway star Valisia LeKae discusses her recent shocking cancer diagnosis and her experiences while performing the role of Diana Ross in the hit jukebox musical MOTOWN as part of a new blog post.
Photo Flash: DANCE MOMS Girls Channel KINKY BOOTS!
by Nicole Rosky
- Jan 22, 2014
The girls of DANCE MOMS recently drew inspiration from Broadway, as Abby Lee Miller Instagramed a photo of her dancers dressed up in full Kinky Boots-wear. Check out the photos below!
KINKY BOOTS, PIPPIN, THE BOOK OF MORMON, and More Round Out 2014-15 Broadway on Hennepin Season
by Diana Heisroth
- Jan 22, 2014
Hennepin Theatre Trust today announced its stellar and far-ranging new 2014-2015 Thrivent Financial Broadway on Hennepin season, featuring Broadway's hottest Tony Award-winning shows, five Minnesota premieres and many classic favorites. Making their local debuts are Kinky Boots, winner of six 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Pippin, the 2013 Tony Award-winner for Best Musical Revival and the record-breaking hit Motown The Musical. The season runs from August 2014 through August 2015 at the historic Orpheum, State and Pantages Theatres.
BWW Exclusive Details On Theatre Under the Stars' Season of Audience Favorites
by David Clarke
- Jan 18, 2014
Proudly announcing Theatre Under the Stars' (TUTS) 47th season, Artistic Director Bruce Lumpkin says, 'As Houston's largest homegrown musical theatre organization, there's a lot to be excited about!'Certainly, there simply is no denying that the season features a truly diverse array of audience favorites from Broadway's golden classics to contemporary hits. Bruce Lumpkin adds, 'We're presenting some of the most exciting things happening on the musical theatre stages! We've got some of the classics, some of the edgier shows, and we've got some of the freshest productions from New York. I don't think it gets any better than this! Trust me when I say that TUTS is moving and shaking things up!' At the bottom line, TUTS is in a unique position to offer Houston audiences 'both self-produced shows as well as national tours, so I think that the Houston audiences are going to enjoy the best of both worlds.'
Beth Leavel, Kevin Meaney & More to Join Jamie deRoy at Birdland, 1/27
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 15, 2014
January will certainly heat up when celebrated cabaret performer Jamie deRoy brings a special edition of her Multi MAC Award-winning Variety Show, Jamie deRoy & friends, to Birdland (315 West 44th Street) on Monday, January 27th (7PM) for its acclaimed 'Broadway at Birdland Series.' Proceeds from the evening will benefit The Actors Fund.
Photo Flash: Jenna Esposito & Jim Van Slyke Perform Music of Connie Francis and Neil Sedaka at Birdland
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 2, 2014
The Broadway at Birdland concert series presented acclaimed singers Jenna Esposito and Jim Van Slyke in a sold-out celebration of the music of Connie Francis and Neil Sedaka in "Where The Hits Are: A Tribute to the Songs of Connie Francis and Neil Sedaka" on Monday, December 30. Fortune Esposito was musical director/guitarist, with David Crone on piano, Rob Broelmann on bass, Dan Weiner on drums, Frank Petrocelli on sax, and Kelly Esposito-Broelmann & Rob Langeder were on backup vocals. Check out a look back below!
KINKY BOOTS & BIG FISH Heading to Asia in the Future?
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 2, 2014
According to The New York Times, South Korean Broadway producer Kim Byeong-seok of entertainment company CJ E&M, who helped produce the two productions on Broadway, is interested in bringing Tony winner 'KINKY' and the recently closed 'FISH' abroad.
Ring in the New Year with Michael Feinstein at the Nikko Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 31, 2013
Join two-time Emmy and five-time Grammy nominated Michael Feinstein as he rings in the New Year with two special performances tonight, December 31 at 7:30 p.m. and 11 p.m. at Feinstein's at the Nikko (222 Mason Street, San Francisco). Considered one of the premier interpreters of American standards, Michael will perform a range of classics from the Great American songbook.
The Company Theatre to Kick Off 2014 Special Events Series on 1/3
by Tyler Peterson
- Dec 29, 2013
The award-winning Company Theatre kicks off their 2014 Special Events series, with a wide variety of performances from January 3 through May 17, providing the area with the best in music, comedy and guest speakers. All events are held at The Company Theatre Centre for the Arts, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell, MA.
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