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.
by Alan Henry -
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.
by TV News Desk -
Today's February 13 edition of ESPN Today Night Fights presented by Corona Extra and ESPN Deportes' Noche de Combates presentado por Corona Extra will feature the quarterfinals of the junior middleweight portion of Boxcino 2015.
by BWW News Desk -
The list of 55 titles, drawn from 98 official nominations, is presented annually at the ALA Midwinter Meeting. The books, recommended for those ages 12-18, meet the criteria of both good quality literature and appealing reading for teens.
by BWW News Desk -
Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical, written by Stephan Elliott and Allan Scott and directed by Simon Phillips, will open on Broadway on Sunday, March 20, 2011 at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway). Previews will begin on Monday, February 28, 2011.
by Brian Estrada -
The spectacular new stage musical just finished its pre-Broadway engagement at The Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto, Canada on January 2, 2011 prior to beginning performances at Broadway's Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway) on February 28, and opening on March 20. A couple of weeks ago, BroadwayWorld brought you the first shots of the marquee going up. Below, we bring you a look at the finished product!
by Nicole Rosky -
In last night's episode, the 'Live to Dance' experts selected 17 of the 18 dance acts who will compete for the $500,000 prize on the new reality-competition series. The identity of the 18th cast member, who will be selected by fans through voting, will be announced during next week's episode airing on Wednesday, Jan. 12 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Paula Abdul serves as executive producer, mentor and lead expert of the series.
by Kevin Thomas Garcia -
The spectacular new stage musical just finished its pre-Broadway engagement at the Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto, Canada on January 2, 2011 prior to beginning performances at Broadway's Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway) on February 28, and opening on March 20. Work on the marquee began today and we've got the first pics!
by Kelly Cameron -
Priscilla Queen of the Desert is a smash-hit in Toronto, and wraps up performances January 2nd, 2011 in order to head down to the Great White Way. BWW had the chance to talk with some of the Canadians in the cast about what the experience has been like for them, and what they think about Priscilla making her Broadway debut.
by Kelly Cameron -
BWW is featuring interviews with the cast of Priscilla Queen of the Desert over the next few days. The show plays until January 2nd and then moves to its new home at The Palace Theatre in NYC where it will officially open on March 20th 2011. BWW has been bringing you exclusive coverage of the show as it begins its pre-Broadway run, and today we feature Nick Adams.
by Kelly Cameron -
Priscilla Queen of the Desert began previews on October 12th in Toronto, and had its official pink carpet opening on the 26th of October. BWW has been on hand to bring you photos, videos and interviews with the cast and crew as they prepare to launch the North American Premiere of this international smash. Now, we are thrilled to bring you interviews with the show's four stars!
by Kelly Cameron -
BWW is thrilled to bring you a 'before and after' interview with Priscilla Queen of the Desert's Will Swenson. He took the time to talk to us before the show moved from NYC to Toronto, and then again right after it's smash-hit opening night. The show plays until January 2nd and then moves to its new home at The Palace Theatre in NYC where it will officially open on March 20th 2011. BWW has been bringing you exclusive coverage of the show as it begins its pre-Broadway run, and this weekend features interviews with the four leads.
by Kelly Cameron -
Priscilla Queen of the Desert began previews on October 12th in Toronto, and had it's official pink carpet opening on the 26th of October. BWW has been on hand to bring you photos, videos and interviews with the cast and crew as they prepare to launch the North American Premiere of this international smash. Today we are thrilled to bring you another interview with one of the show's stars!
by Gabrielle Sierra -
Tickets for the upcoming Broadway production of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL, go on full public sale tomorrow, Saturday, October 30, following the musical's smash hit North American debut in Toronto this week.
by Gabrielle Sierra -
PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL officially opens in its pre-Broadway, North American debut at The Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto tonight, October 26.
by Robert Diamond -
Priscilla Queen of the Desert began previews in Toronto on October 12th, 2010 and has its official opening on October 26th. The show is already getting great buzz, and BWW is thrilled to bring you photos of the North American Cast who will be moving to Broadway in March of 2011. Kiss the glitter and get ready for fabulousness!
by Kelly Cameron -
Priscilla Queen of the Desert began previews in Toronto on October 12th, 2010 and has its official opening on October 26th. The show is already getting great buzz, and BWW is thrilled to bring you photos of the North American Cast who will be moving to Broadway in March of 2011. Kiss the glitter and get ready for fabulousness!
by Gabrielle Sierra -
Tickets are now on-sale exclusively to American Express card members for the Broadway production of Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The MusicaL through Friday, October 29, before they will be on sale to the general public.
by Robert Diamond -
Priscilla Queen of the Desert began previews last night at the Princess of Wales Theatre. It will have a 12 week pre-Broadway run in Toronto before leaving for Broadway where it opens in March of 2011. Everyone involved will be quick to tell you that the real 'star' of the show is 'Priscilla' herself, and BWW was on hand as Tony Sheldon (Bernadette) introduced 'Priscilla' to the Toronto press. This video features 'Priscilla' showing off her amazing 30,000 LED light and various features.
by Robert Diamond -
Priscilla Queen of the Desert began previews last night at the Princess of Wales Theatre. It will have a 12 week pre-Broadway run in Toronto before leaving for Broadway where it opens in March of 2011. Everyone involved will be quick to tell you that the real 'star' of the show is 'Priscilla' herself, and BWW was on hand as Tony Sheldon (Bernadette) introduced 'Priscilla' to the Toronto press.
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