Edna Turnblad News

HAIRSPRAY North American Tour is Coming to the Orpheum Theatre This Spring

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 27, 2024

HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, will be performing a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre.

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester Reveals 2024-25 Pantomime, THE NEW ADVENTURES OF PETER PAN

by Stephi Wild — February 27, 2024

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced their 2024/5 pantomime, The New Adventures of Peter Pan, which will run from 23 November 2024 – 19 January 2025.

Alfie Boe, Killian Donnelly, Michael Ball & Bradley Jaden to Lead LES MISERABLES Arena Tour

by Stephi Wild — February 12, 2024

Alfie Boe and Killian Donnelly will share the role of Jean Valjean and Michael Ball and Bradley Jaden will share the role of Javert in the UK, leading a cast and orchestra of over 65 in the forthcoming World Tour of LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR.

Scottish Premiere Of New Dolly Parton Musical HERE YOU COME AGAIN Comes To Glasgow's King's Theatre in October

by Stephi Wild — February 1, 2024

Here You Come Again will arrive in Glasgow as part of a major UK tour ahead of performances in the West End.

Cast Set For PRISCILLA THE PARTY, Beginning This March

by Stephi Wild — January 31, 2024

The full cast has been announced for the eagerly awaited PRISCILLA THE PARTY! at HERE @ Outernet in London’s Soho.

Dolly Parton's HERE YOU COME AGAIN Will Embark on UK Tour Prior to West End Run

by Stephi Wild — January 22, 2024

Following its UK Premiere in Leeds from Saturday 11 May to Saturday 8 June, Here You Come Again will embark on a major UK tour, bringing together for the first time ever all of Dolly Parton's biggest hits in a rollicking and joyful new musical, fully authorised by Dolly herself.

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films

by Michael Major — January 21, 2024

Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals.

HAIRSPRAY is Coming to Stifel Theatre in February

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 18, 2024

Hairspray is coming to Stifel Theatre on February 8-9.

Interview: Greg Kalafatas Says When It Comes To HAIRSPRAY, 'You Can't Stop the Beat'

by R. Scott Reedy — January 10, 2024

North Reading resident Greg Kalafatas was studying theater at the University of New Hampshire when a road trip with friends to see the Broadway production of “Hairspray” introduced him to a character that has become his dream role – Edna Turnblad, the zaftig housewife-and-laundress with a bi

Michael McAssey To Return To The Gateway Playhouse This Month for Piano Bar Evening

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 9, 2024

Michael McAssey returns to the Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point, NJ for a piano bar evening on January 25th.

HAIRSPRAY Comes To Mayo Performing Arts Center, January 26-27

by A.A. Cristi — January 2, 2024

MPAC releases Hairspray and announces February events.

HAIRSPRAY Comes to the Palace Theater Next Month

by Stephi Wild — December 12, 2023

HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony Award®-winning musical comedy phenomenon, helmed by original director Jack O’Brien and original choreographer Jerry Mitchell, will play January 16-18 in Waterbury, CT at the Palace Theater.

Review: Broadway Across Canada's Presentation of HAIRSPRAY at the National Arts Centre

by Courtney Castelino — November 17, 2023

The audience at the opening night performance of Broadway Across Canada’s presentation of Hairspray was buzzing with excitement.

Michael Ball and Lucy St. Louis Join Lineup For MY FAVORITE THINGS: THE RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN 80TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

by Stephi Wild — November 16, 2023

The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization announced that two-time Olivier Award winner Michael Ball and West End sensation Lucy St.

Photos: Get a First Look at New Images of HAIRSPRAY on Tour

by Chloe Rabinowitz — November 15, 2023

Check out new photos of Hairspray on tour, and see if the show is coming to a city near you!

Pantochino Brings Michael McAssey's HOLIDAY SHENANIGANS To Milford

by Stephi Wild — November 13, 2023

Award-winning Pantochino Productions will present “Holiday Shenanigans,” a piano bar show starring Michael McAssey at Milford Arts Council, the MAC located at 40 Railroad Avenue in downtown Milford CT for a one night only performance on Friday, December 15th at 7:30pm.

Chita Rivera's 'Aurora' Joins Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' Broadway Legends Ornament Collection

by Stephi Wild — November 2, 2023

Add the aura of Aurora from Kiss of the Spider Woman to your hearth and home with an iridescent homage to Chita Rivera and her Tony Award-winning performance as she becomes the 16th ornament in Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' Broadway Legends series.