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STAGE TUBE: First Look at Highlights of Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma's BILLY ELLIOT
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 6, 2015


BILLY ELLIOT leaps into the Civic Center Music Hall August 4 through 8. Produced by Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, this amazing story of a boy pursuing his dreams in the face of adversity will inspire and delight audiences. This award winning musical stars Brooks Landegger as the 12 year old title character, Christopher Bloch as Billy's father, and Lyn Cramer as Mrs. Wilkinson. Check out a first look below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Brooks Landegger, Lyn Cramer and More in Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma's BILLY ELLIOT
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 6, 2015


BILLY ELLIOT leaps into the Civic Center Music Hall August 4 through 8. Produced by Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, this amazing story of a boy pursuing his dreams in the face of adversity will inspire and delight audiences. This award winning musical stars Brooks Landegger as the 12 year old title character, Christopher Bloch as Billy's father, and Lyn Cramer as Mrs. Wilkinson. Check out a first look below!

OMNIA Nightclub Sets Oct 2015 DJ Lineup, Including Halloween Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2015


OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace has released its October artist roster along with its first ever Halloween Weekend celebration. Throughout the month, partygoers will flock to the nightlife destination to take in the sounds of the most renowned turntable artists while gearing up for a thrilling holiday affair.

Playhouse on the Square to Present BILLY ELLIOT
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 5, 2015


The 47th season for Playhouse on the Square begins with the regional premiere of Billy Elliot the Musical! Set in a northern English town amidst the turbulent 1984 miners' strike, Billy Elliot the Musical is the inspiring tale of one boy's journey as he exchanges his boxing gloves for ballet shoes. Featuring music by Elton John, The New York Times declares that Billy Elliot the Musical 'isn't a dance show; it's about why people need dance.'

Pop/Rock Duo Venus Mars Project Releases New Song '#LaLaLaLove'
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 4, 2015


Pop/rock sensations, Jacyn Tremblay and Peter Tentindo of Venus Mars Project, have once again worked their dual magic in their new release, #LaLaLaLove, available on iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon.

SCANDAL's Jeff Perry to Helm A STEADY RAIN at the Alliance This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Aug 3, 2015


BroadwayWorld has just learned that The Alliance Theatre's upcoming production of A STEADY RAIN, a contemporary crime drama by writer and producer Keith Huff (Mad Men, American Crime), will be directed by Steppenwolf Theatre co-founder Jeff Perry (who currently plays White House Chief of Staff Cyrus Beene on ABC's SCANDAL).

NBC Announces Primetime Scheduling Updates for 8/16 - 8/22
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 31, 2015


NBC announces its PRIMETIME SCHEDULE for Sunday August 16, 2015 - Saturday August 22, 2015

Anthony Crouchelli Stars in bergenPAC's AIDA This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2015


The star of bergenPAC Performing Arts School's AIDA is none other than New Milford native Anthony Crouchelli, playing Radames.

BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL LIVE Blu-ray Home Video to Be Released 10/13
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 30, 2015


Universal Studios announces the release of BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL LIVE on Blu-ray on Oct 13, 2015.

Colin Quinn, Patina Miller, Alan Cumming and More Set for Landmark on Main Street's 2015-16 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2015


Landmark on Main Street is pleased to announce the first 26 shows in our 2015-16 season. 

Randy Newman Closes Out Pittsburgh Symphony's SUMMER WITH THE SYMPHONY Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 30, 2015


PITTSBURGH – Performing in Pittsburgh for the first time since 1977, Randy Newman, whose music speaks to multiple generations, closes the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra's Summer with the Symphony: Today Night Icons series tonight, July 30 at 7:30 p.m. at Heinz Hall.

Jimmy James Plays San Diego's Martinis Above Fourth Table + Stage Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 30, 2015


Tonight, July 30 at 8:00 PM, Martinis Above Fourth Table + Stage presents Singer/Songwriter, Recording Artist, and Visual/Vocal Impersonator Jimmy James in his award-winning show, Hearing is Believing.

Tony Bennett Returning to Memphis' Orpheum Theatre, 12/18
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 28, 2015


Renowned recording artist Tony Bennet will perform for one night only at The Orpheum Theatre on Friday, December 18th at 8:00 PM. The Theatre is proud that this will be Mr. Bennett's third Orpheum engagement, the most recent being in February of 1997. Tickets will go on sale to the public Friday, August 7th at 10:00 AM and will be available for purchase online at the official Orpheum Theatre website, www.orpheum-memphis.com, The Orpheum Box Office (901.525.3000), the ticket counter at The Booksellers at Laurelwood, and all Ticketmaster centers (901.743.ARTS).

Engelbert Humperdinck Returning to South Africa in November
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 28, 2015


His name comes from the 1911, century Austrian composer who wrote HANSEL AND GRETL. His voice comes from heaven, and he has been a legend in the international music industry for more than forty years, with over 150 million records sold. He has a global fan base of millions. He is Engelbert Humperdinck.

Anthony Crouchelli to Star in bergenPAC's AIDA, 7/31-8/2
by BWW News Desk - Jul 27, 2015


The star of bergenPAC Performing Arts School's AIDA is none other than New Milford native Anthony Crouchelli, playing Radames.

Scissor Sisters Frontman Jake Shears & Elton John at Work on New Musical
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 27, 2015


Scissor Sisters' Jake Shears, currently starring in Martin Sherman's musical BENT in Los Angeles, is at work on a new musical, and he's enlisted some major talent.

WAKE UP with BWW 7/28/2015 - Pinkham Back on Broadway, UP HERE and More!
by Jessica Showers - Jul 28, 2015


Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: A murderer returns to Broadway, UP HERE opens in La Jolla and more!

BROADWAY SONGBOOK - THE 70S, Pedrito Martinez and Lula Washington Set for The Ordway, Oct 2015
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2015


The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts has announced its October 2015 lineup. Scroll down for details!

NBC to Air One-Hour Special ED SHEERAN - LIVE AT WEMBLEY STADIUM, 8/16
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 24, 2015


Chart-topping singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran gives television audiences a front row seat to his sold out summer headlining shows at London's Wembley Stadium in a one-hour NBC special, titled "Ed Sheeran - Live at Wembley Stadium," airing Sunday, August 16 (8-9 p.m. ET).

Glen Street Theatre to Present Elton John Tribute ROCKET MAN
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 23, 2015


Rocket Man is a uniquely entertaining tribute to Sir Elton John, one of the most iconic popular music figures in history with a career spanning six decades. Glen Street Theatre presents Rocket Man: Songs and Stories of Elton John on Tuesday 18 August.

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