NBC Universal's Integrated Sales Marketing (ISM) team, which develops customized ad sales solutions across the company's vast spectrum of properties, announced its third 'CMO in Residence' in its quarterly rotational program. John Shea, former EVP of Integrated Marketing and Branded Content at MTV Networks, will join the ISM team for the first quarter of 2011. Maryam Banikarim, SVP of Integrated Sales Marketing for NBC Universal, made the announcement today.
New family adventure-drama series TERRA NOVA will preview during a special two-night event Monday, May 23 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) and Tuesday, May 24 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. The show will then premiere in the fall.
BroadwayWorld.com presents Twitter Watch, which brings you only the best and most interesting reports straight from the mouths of Broadway stars, shows and more on the hot social networking service - Twitter!
DreamWorks Theatricals and Broadway Across America today announced that 'MADAGASCAR LIVE,' DreamWorks Theatricals' first-ever live family touring show will play the Benedum Center on Thursday, February 3, through Sunday, February 6, 2011.
The 2010-2011 season for Broadway Grand Rapids (BGR), while marking the company's 23rd year, raises the curtain on an impressive new level of performance. The stage was set with the exciting news that Broadway Grand Rapids and Michigan State University's Wharton Center for Performing Arts have established a partnership that is dramatic - literally and figuratively. For theater lovers throughout West Michigan, this pairing creates an enhanced opportunity to secure top-notch shows for the DeVos Performance Hall venue. The new season reflects the power and the theatrical magic that the organizations have been able to conjure up together. This includes the return to a 5 show subscription series and the additional of 4 special events, the most offered in a BGR season. The subscription series will include Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific, Legally Blonde The Musical, In The Heights, Grease and Shrek The Musical. In addition to the subscription series, BGR will also offer CHICAGO, STOMP, New Shanghai Circus, and The Aluminum Show.
Fox Associates announces its stellar 2010-2011 U.S. Bank Broadway Series. Alongside the previously announced engagement of Broadway's latest sensation BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL, winner of the 2009 Tony Award® for Best Musical; will be Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC, a stunning reinvention produced by Lincoln Center Theater, making its St. Louis debut. Also included in the series are: SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to life on stage; 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL the new musical comedy, direct from Broadway & based on the hit movie; and NEXT TO NORMAL winner of three 2009 Tony Awards including Best Score. The story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, JERSEY BOYS returns to round out the six show series.
Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation, continues its 34th Season of great theatre with a variety of choices for all audiences. We offer the hottest ticket in town to ten of Broadway's best, from classic musicals to rock icons to beloved family fare - not to mention dance!
DreamWorks Theatricals and Broadway Across America today announced that "MADAGASCAR LIVE," DreamWorks Theatricals' first-ever live family touring show will play the Benedum Center on Thursday, February 3, through Sunday, February 6, 2011.
DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions, Ltd. are pleased to announce that Shrek The Musical with book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori, directed by Jason Moore and Rob Ashford, will play Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre for one week only, February 1-6, 2011.
Tickets for DreamWorks Theatricals and Broadway Across America's 'MADAGASCAR LIVE' have gone on-sale in many cities across the U.S. DreamWorks Theatricals' first-ever live family touring show is expected to visit more than 70 cities across the United States beginning January 28, 2011 in York, PA.
According to a report from What's On Stage, though SHREK star Amanda Holden has announced that she is currently six months pregnant, timing for the upcoming production will not be altered. The Britain's Got Talent Judge will will not take any time off after the birth of her second child, allowing her to attend every perfomance when the show begins previews in May. Rehearsal schedules are currently being changed to fit 'Princess Fiona's' new circumstances.
BroadwayWorld.com has heard from those in the audience on Tuesday night that the show was stopped once and that stuffed into the Playbill was word of a new cast member, and multiple understudies.
The National Tour of DREAMGIRLS, which kicked off last fall at the Apollo Theatre in New York City, will conclude in Detroit after its run from December 21 through December 26, 2010.
First Stage Children's Theater presents a musical tale for the holidays with the story of hope, love and family in MY SON PINOCCHIO, featuring music and lyrics by WICKED creator Stephen Schwartz.
BroadwayWorld.com was the first to report back on December 2 when Natalie Mendoza, who plays the lead role of Arachne in SPIDER-MAN: Turn Off the Dark had received a concussion and the role was to be played in her absence by understudy America Olivo. The star then returned to the show on December 15, but then was out of the show again with Olivo, and then Carpio playing the role.
DreamWorks Theatricals and Broadway Across America announces MADAGASCAR LIVE, DreamWorks Theatricals' first-ever live family touring show will play the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines March 11-13, 2011.
New Village Arts will be presenting the San Diego Premiere of Jamie Pachino's award-winning play WAVING GOODBYE. Originally produced at Steppenwolf Theatre, WAVING GOODBYE was named the Best New Work in Chicago in 2002, and has won numerous other awards.
