Dick Van Dyke News

Do you have a question for legendary theatrical icon Chita Rivera?  On Thursday, November 5 at 3:00 PM ET, the Tony Award winner will personally answer questions during a live, PBSFacebook Q & A, one day before the premiere of her Great Performances special Chita Rivera: A Lot of Livin' To Do. 

Thanks to strong childhood memories of the silly antics of Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke and people's desire to see a flying nanny in person, ticket sales for the Gainesville Theatre Alliance's production of MARY POPPINS are 'soaring to the highest heights,' and have caused the run to be extended through Nov. 21. The classic musical, which DOES indeed include flying, opens tonight, Nov. 3.

Thanks to strong childhood memories of the silly antics of Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke and people's desire to see a flying nanny in person, ticket sales for the Gainesville Theatre Alliance's production of MARY POPPINS are "soaring to the highest heights," and have caused the run to be extended through Nov. 21. The classic musical, which DOES indeed include flying, opens Nov. 3.

Entertainment icon Dick Van Dyke visited CBS's THE TALK, and shared his thoughts on the new MARY POPPINS movie reportedly in the works.

The dynamic Broadway singer, dancer, and actress Chita Rivera has created the iconic roles Anita in West Side Story, Rosie in Bye Bye Birdie, and Velma in Chicago - to name a few memorable characters. The legend has been lighting up Broadway and international stages for over 70 years. In this special that includes archival footage and new concert performances, her co-stars and collaborators Dick Van Dyke, John Kander, Carol Lawrence, Ben Vereen, and other luminaries pay tribute. Below, we are excited to give you a special sneak peek of the special, which highlights her time in WEST SIDE STORY.

FUNNY OR DIE just posted a hilarious BYE BYE BIRDIE parody send-off for departing Speaker of the House John Boehner, wishing him 'nothing but the best.'

The dynamic Broadway singer, dancer, and actress Chita Rivera has created the iconic roles Anita in West Side Story, Rosie in Bye Bye Birdie, and Velma in Chicago - to name a few memorable characters. The legend has been lighting up Broadway and international stages for over 70 years. In this special that includes archival footage and new concert performances, her co-stars and collaborators Dick Van Dyke, John Kander, Carol Lawrence, Ben Vereen, and other luminaries pay tribute. Chita Rivera: A Lot of Livin' to Do sizzles onto THIRTEEN's Great Performances Friday, November 6 at 9 pm on PBS (check local listings).

As previously reported, Rob Marshall (Into the Woods, Chicago) will direct a new Disney film based on their classic 1964 movie, MARY POPPINS. Speaking to Vulture, the helmer revealed more about the project, which will take place in 1934, when the original P.L. Travers books -- about the magical nanny's continued adventures with the Banks family -- were written and could include a cameo (or more, please!) by the original film's legendary star.

Barbara Cook's Spotlight series, in its ninth season at the Kennedy Center this year, features Terri White tonight, October 16, 2015; Randy Graff on October 30, 2015; Michele Lee on November 6, 2015; John Lloyd Young on November 20, 2015; and Frances Ruffelle on March 25, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. in the Terrace Theater.

Austin Film Festival & Screenwriters Conference (AFF), the premier film festival recognizing the writers' contributions to film, television, and new media, released today their final program additions, including new marquee films and special guests

Dick Van Dyke has been a valued performer in American entertainment for about fifty years, and while many of his peers are slowing their routines down, Van Dyke seems to have the trick for staying young. The 89-year-old recently divulged some of his secrets through his new book, KEEP MOVING: AND OTHER TIPS AND TRUTHS ABOUT AGING.

Broadway Pops International (BPI) proudly announces the casting of DICK VAN DYKE, Put On A Happy Face! This special staged concert will take place in Mr. Van Dyke's hometown of Danville, Ill., with the Danville Symphony Orchestra and conductor Jeremy Swerling.

Malibu Playhouse presents a six-week run, October 12 through November 13, of 'Monster" a 'You, the Jury," performance, a unique West of Broadway/Malibu Playhouse co-production, written and produced by Diane Namm, where the audience acts as the jury in a staged courtroom drama and votes for the innocence or guilt of the defendant.  "Monster' written by Walter Dean Myers, was a National Book Award finalist and is found on most high school reading lists. 

Jessica Tandy & Hume Cronyn, Maureen Stapleton & E.G. Marshall, Julie Harris & Charles Durning, Cicely Tyson & James Earl Jones... Who's next?

The 2015 Looking Ahead Awards will honor leaders in the current and former young performer community on Thursday, December 3 at the beautiful Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood, California. Hosted by Disney Channel's 'Austin & Ally' star Calum Worthy, the gala raises awareness and financial support for The Actors Fund's Looking Ahead Program.

Broadway Pops International (BPI) presents PUT ON A HAPPY FACE A Tribute to Dick Van Dyke with the Danville Symphony Orchestra and conductor Jeremy Swerling. The concert will be presented in Mr. Van Dyke's hometown of Danville, IL on October 10th, 2015 at 7:30pm.

The Delaware Theatre Company's 37th season is off to a tremendous start with the infectious and memorable MAURICE HINES IS TAPPIN' THRU LIFE

The Fulton Theatre kicks off its 166th season, in deliciously ghoulish fashion, with the creepy, kooky hit THE ADDAMS FAMILY. Gomez, Morticia, and their family of misfits, prove that you can pick everything but your family...THAT you're born with.

It's Mary that we love, and Mary's coming back! According to Variety, Rob Marshall (Into the Woods, Chicago) will direct a Disney reboot of their classic 1964 film, Mary Poppins. The project will be produced by John DeLuca and Marc Platt. The film will reportedly take place 20 years after the events of the original movie, and will include 'storylines from the P.L. Travers' children books focusing on the magical nanny's continued adventures with the Banks family.' Casting has not yet been announced. 

BroadwayWorld has just learned the lineup for Barbara Cook's Spotlight series, ready for its ninth season at the Kennedy Center this year.