Before now, eighteen different men have fallen for Christine as the Vicomte de Chagny. Nineteenth in line is Jay Armstrong Johnson, who earlier this summer officially took over the role of 'Raoul' in The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, succeeding Rodney Ingram, who played the role for over 400 performances.
Earlier today, BroadwayWorld's Steve Schonberg is got up close and personal with Broadway's newest Raoul, Jay Armstrong Johnson! Miss the conversation? Catch up on the full chat below!
On Wednesday, July 18, (6:00pm EST) BroadwayWorld's Steve Schonberg is getting up close and personal with Broadway's newest Raoul, Jay Armstrong Johnson! Don't forget to tune in to our official Facebook page to submit your questions live or send us questions in advance on Twitter @BroadwayWorld with #AskJayBWW.
The complete cast was announced today for Marianne Elliott's highly anticipated new production of George Furth and Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY which opens at the Gielgud Theatre from 26 September 2018.
The search begins for a producer to bring one of Powis Castle's untold stories to life.
North Coast Rep's newest Theatre School play, Cymbeline, by William Shakespeare comes to two stages on July 26-29, 2018 and August 2-5,2018.
Paul Feig To Direct Emma Thompson Led LAST CHRISTMAS
The complete cast for the world premiere Chicago production of the new comedy musical, TOOTSIE has just been announced. Joining previously announced Tony Award nominee SANTINO FONTANA as Michael Dorsey will be LILLI COOPER as Julie Nichols, SARAH STILES as Sandy Lester, JOHN BEHLMANN as Max Von Horn, ANDY GROTELUESCHEN as Jeff Slater, JULIE HALSTON as Rita Mallory, MICHAEL McGRATH as Stan Fields, and REG ROGERS as Ron Carlisle.
A Proclamation! Tawnydog Productions has announced that the world premiere of Erin Murray Quinlan's lighthearted and whimsical new Off Broadway musical comedy GOD SAVE QUEEN PAM will take place on Thursday, the twenty-first day of June, Two Thousand and Eighteen with a limited engagement run through the twenty ninth day of July in the same year of our Lord. Get a first glance with rehearsal photos below!
FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, is thrilled to welcome back award-winning comedian and New York Times bestselling author, Rita Rudner, for two performances only! A house-filling favorite in Las Vegas since she opened as one of the hottest tickets in town in June 2000, Rudner is known for her epigrammatic one-liners. Over the course of a 15-year run she sold almost two million tickets and became the longest-running solo comedy show in the history of Las Vegas. She was named Las Vegas's Comedian of the Year nine years in a row and in 2006 received The Nevada Ballet's Woman of The Year Award.
Based on the much-loved novel by Ian McEwan (Atonement) and brought to the big screen by director Richard Eyre (Notes on a Scandal, Iris), THE CHILDREN ACT is a compelling and powerful drama telling the story of Fiona Maye (Emma Thompson), an eminent high court judge presiding over ethically complex cases. As the demands of her job cause her marriage to Jack (Stanley Tucci) to reach tipping point, Fiona is asked to rule on the case of Adam (Fionn Whitehead), a brilliant young boy who is refusing a life-saving blood transfusion on religious grounds. With her private life in turmoil, Fiona finds herself drawn into the case, taking the unorthodox step of halting proceedings in order to visit Adam in hospital. As the two form a profound connection and powerful emotions come to light, Fiona's judgement is put to the test with momentous consequences as she must ultimately decide whether Adam lives or dies.
Based on the much-loved novel by Ian McEwan (Atonement) and brought to the big screen by director Richard Eyre (Notes on a Scandal, Iris), THE CHILDREN ACT is a compelling and powerful drama telling the story of Fiona Maye (Emma Thompson), an eminent high court judge presiding over ethically complex cases. As the demands of her job cause her marriage to Jack (Stanley Tucci) to reach tipping point, Fiona is asked to rule on the case of Adam (Fionn Whitehead), a brilliant young boy who is refusing a life-saving blood transfusion on religious grounds. With her private life in turmoil, Fiona finds herself drawn into the case, taking the unorthodox step of halting proceedings in order to visit Adam in hospital. As the two form a profound connection and powerful emotions come to light, Fiona's judgement is put to the test with momentous consequences as she must ultimately decide whether Adam lives or dies.
King Lear given the Game of Thrones treatment on the small screen, losing a little of the claustrophobic madness en route.
Audra McDonald has 'no words' for the latest in a long line of honors for the record-breaking Tony winner. This week, the city of Fresno honored the stage icon with her very own street naming ceremony! Check out the unveiling below!
Production Commences on Starz' THE SPANISH PRINCESS
A Proclamation! Whereas many in the city of New York may be seeking a little 'Markle Sparkle' on this side of the pond, Tawnydog Productions has announced that the world premiere of Erin Murray Quinlan's lighthearted and whimsical new Off Broadway musical comedy GOD SAVE QUEEN PAM will take placeon Thursday, the twenty-first day of June, Two Thousand and Eighteen with a limited engagement run through the twenty ninth day of July in the same year of our Lord.
Greenville Little Theatre (GLT) presents a tale as old as time, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, playing June 1-24.
Rhinebeck Writers Retreat is presenting a private reading of the new musical, THE PROXY MARRIAGE, book and lyrics by Michele Lowe and music and lyrics by Adam Gwon, on May 7 in New York City, which includes actors Jason Tam (Jesus Christ Superstar Live on NBC, Broadway: A Chorus Line, If/Then), Whitney Bashor (The Bridges of Madison County), Anika Larsen (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Avenue Q), and Daniel Jenkins (Mary Poppins, Billy Elliot, Big River). The reading is directed by Lonny Price (Sunset Boulevard starring Glenn Close) and music directed by Vadim Feichtner (Falsettos Broadway revival).
It's time to get out your fascinators as Freeform becomes the home of royal and magical weddings! Kicking off the wedding season in style, Freeform will be airing a 'Happily Ever After' themed Funday movie marathon (airing MAY 12 - 13) featuring some of your favorite Disney Princesses, followed by Freeform's first ever 'Royal Wedding Slumber Party' on FRIDAY, MAY 18 to get you ready for the most highly anticipated event of the year. The next morning, SATURDAY, MAY 19, Freeform will simulcast a 'Good Morning America' extended edition coverage of the royal nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle starting at 5:00 a.m. EDT/2:00 a.m. PDT.
It's time to get out your fascinators as Freeform becomes the home of royal and magical weddings! Kicking off the wedding season in style, Freeform will be airing a “Happily Ever After” themed Funday movie marathon (airing MAY 12 – 13) featuring some of your favorite Disney Princesses, followed by Freeform's first ever “Royal Wedding Slumber Party” on FRIDAY, MAY 18 to get you ready for the most highly anticipated event of the year. The next morning, SATURDAY, MAY 19, Freeform will simulcast a “Good Morning America” extended edition coverage of the royal nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle starting at 5:00 a.m. EDT/2:00 a.m. PDT.
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