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A BRONX TALE to Close on Broadway This August
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2018

It has been announced that A BRONX TALE, the musical featuring a book by Academy Award nominee Chazz Palminteri, music by Oscar, Grammy, and Tony Award winner Alan Menken, and lyrics by Grammy Award winner and Oscar and Tony Award nominee Glenn Slater, directed by two-time Oscar winner Robert De Niro and four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks, with choreography by Tony nominee Sergio Trujillo, will close on Broadway Sunday, August 5, 2018.

Tickets to ANASTASIA Now On Sale Through June 2, 2019
by Julie Musbach - Jun 15, 2018

Anastasia on Broadway announced today a new block of tickets through June 2, 2019. Tickets will go on sale to the general public starting today, Friday, June 15.

A BRONX TALE Announces Digital Lottery Beginning Today
by Julie Musbach - May 30, 2018

Beginning today, A BRONX TALE will offer a limited number of $32 tickets via a digital lottery for select performances at the Longacre Theatre(220 West 48th Street).

Susan Stroman to Direct and Choreograph Industry Reading of New Ahrens & Flaherty Musical LITTLE DANCER; Baldwin, Ziemba and More to Star
by Julie Musbach - May 29, 2018

Producers Anita Waxman and Rodney Rigby announce today that they will present a private industry reading of the new musical Little Dancer on Friday, June 8, 2018 prior to the production's West Coast Premiere. Directed and choreographed by five-time Tony Award winner Susan Stroman, Little Dancer features a book and lyrics by Tony Award winner Lynn Ahrens and music by Tony Award winner Stephen Flaherty.

A BRONX TALE To Perform at Belmont Park on Belmont Stakes Day
by Julie Musbach - May 16, 2018

The hit Broadway musical A Bronx Tale will perform trackside at Belmont Stakes Day on Saturday, June 9 as part of the 2018 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival.

A BRONX TALE to Play Chicago's Oriental Theatre March 2019
by Julie Musbach - May 15, 2018

Broadway In Chicago and Producers Tommy Mottola, the Dodgers, Tribeca Productions and Evamere Entertainment are delighted to announce thatA BRONX TALE will make its Chicago debut at Broadway In Chicago's Oriental Theatre (24 W. Randolph) for a limited engagement March 12-24, 2019. A BRONX TALE will be part of Broadway In Chicago's upcoming season. Subscriptions will go on sale in the fall of 2018.

A BRONX TALE Announces Full Lineup of Tour Stops
by Julie Musbach - May 15, 2018

Producers Tommy Mottola, the Dodgers, Tribeca Productions and Evamere Entertainment are pleased to announce the complete touring schedule for the 2018-2019 season for the North American tour of A BRONX TALE, the new musical featuring a book by Academy Award nominee Chazz Palminteri,music by Oscar, Grammy, and Tony Award winner Alan Menken, and lyrics by Grammy Award winner and Oscar and Tony Award nominee Glenn Slater, directed by two-time Oscar winner Robert De Niro and four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks, with choreography by Tony nominee Sergio Trujillo.

Full Company Announced For ME AND MY GIRL At Chichester Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2018

The full company has been confirmed for Chichester Festival Theatre's summer musical ME AND MY GIRL, directed by Daniel Evans and running from 2 July - 25 August (press night: 9 July).

One of the Great Ones! Chazz Palminteri to Join the Cast of A BRONX TALE on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2018

Academy Award nominee Chazz Palminteri will join the cast of his new hit musical A Bronx Tale in the role of Sonny beginning May 24, marking the first time an actor has played the same part in a play, film and stage musical

Photo Flash: THE STING Celebrates Opening Night at Paper Mill
by Julie Musbach - Apr 12, 2018

Paper Mill Playhouse is diving into the world of high stakes cons with the world premiere production of the new musical The Sting which opened last night. Check out the photos below!

Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of THE STING's Pre-Broadway Engagement at Paper Mill Playhouse?
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2018

Paper Mill Playhouse is diving into the world of high stakes cons with the world premiere production of the new musical The Sting, which opened its Broadway-bound engagement at Paper Mill Playhouse last night, April 8. The show will play a limited engagement through April 29.

BWW Review: THE STING at Paper Mill Playhouse-An Exhilarating World Premiere Musical
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 9, 2018

Paper Mill Playhouse is now presenting 'The Sting,' an exhilarating world premiere musical. Directed by John Rando with choreography by Warren Carlyle and musical direction by Fred Lassen, the show is Broadway bound and it's easy to see why. This wonderfully staged production has a great plot, a fabulous variety of musical numbers, and features a stellar cast.

VIDEO: Get A First Look At Paper Mill's THE STING Starring Harry Connick, Jr
by Alan Henry - Apr 5, 2018

Paper Mill Playhouse is diving into the world of high stakes cons with the world premiere production of the new musical The Sting. Check out the video below for a first look at the cast in action!

Photo Flash: The Con is On! Check Out Harry Connick, Jr. and the Cast of THE STING at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Julie Musbach - Apr 2, 2018

Paper Mill Playhouse is diving into the world of high stakes cons with the world premiere production of the new musical The Sting.

THE STING Begins Performances Tonight at Paper Mill
by Julie Musbach - Mar 29, 2018

Tonight Paper Mill Playhouse kicks off the world premiere production of the new musical The Sting, based on the 1973 film, and with book by Bob Martin, music and lyrics by Mark Hollmann & Greg Kotis with Harry Connick, Jr. In addition, the score will contain music by Scott Joplin including 'The Entertainer.' John Rando is set to direct with choreography by Warren Carlyle and music direction by Fred Lassen.

Zach Adkins Takes Over as Dmitry in ANASTASIA Tonight!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 27, 2018

Beginning tonight, March 27th, Zach Adkins will assume the role of 'Dmitry' in the hit Broadway musical Anastasia. Adkins is an original member of the Broadway company, currently appearing on stage at the Broadhurst Theatre in the ensemble.

VIDEO: Christy Altomare Shines in New Music Video for 'In My Dreams' from ANASTASIA
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2018

The team over at Anastasia have dropped a brand-new music video featuring their star, Christy Altomare performing a new number from the musical, titled 'In My Dreams.' Check out the video below!

Broadway's ANASTASIA To Journey Through North America On Tour This Fall!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2018

Celebrating ANASTASIA's first anniversary on Broadway, producers today announce the official North American tour will begin performances in Schenectady (Proctors Theatre) this October before visiting over 30 cities in its first year including Dallas, Denver, Philadelphia, San Francisco, with additional cities to be announced this spring. For more information, please visit www.anastasiabroadway.com.

Theatre Tulsa Announces Mel Brooks' THE PRODUCERS For April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2018

Theatre Tulsa has announced that the final "Broadway Series" production of its 95th season will be "The Producers."

Breaking: Have You Heard? Zach Adkins and Vicki Lewis Will Take Over as Dmitry and Countess Lily in ANASTASIA
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 6, 2018

Have you heard? Anastasia has found it's two newest stars! Beginning Tuesday, March 27th, Zach Adkins will assume the role of "Dmitry" and Vicki Lewis will join the company as "Countess Lily" in the hit Broadway musical ANASTASIA. Adkins is an original member of the Broadway company, currently appearing on stage at the Broadhurst Theatre in the ensemble. A perennial favorite, Lewis returns to the Broadway stage after starring in Chicago, Damn Yankees, and many more.

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