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Cast Announced for Hill Country Community Theatre's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Louisa Brady - Jun 11, 2016

The Hill Country Community Theatre is pleased to announce principal casting for Irving Berlin's hit musical Annie Get Your Gun.  This musical spectacle, written by Herbert and Dorothy Fields, celebrates the legendary sure-shot, Annie Oakley. The show features timeless hits like "Anything You Can Do," "You Can't Get a Man with a Gun," and the song that has become the anthem of all things theatre: "There's No Business Like Show Business." Annie Get Your Gun will be directed by Wendy Ferrell and features musical direction by Les Young, choreography by Virginia Shoemake, and scenic design by Stephanie Ellis.     

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 5/16/16- ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2016

Today in 1946, Annie Get Your Gun opened at the Imperial Theatre, where it ran for 1147 performances. Annie Get Your Gun is a musical with lyrics and music written by Irving Berlin and a book by Herbert Fields and his sister Dorothy Fields. The story is a fictionalized version of the life of Annie Oakley (1860-1926), who was a sharpshooter from Ohio, and her husband, Frank Butler. Songs that became hits include 'There's No Business Like Show Business', 'Doin' What Comes Natur'lly', 'You Can't Get a Man with a Gun', 'They Say It's Wonderful', and 'Anything You Can Do.'

Community Theatre of Little Rock to Present ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, 6/3-19
by Tyler Peterson - May 13, 2016

The Community Theatre of Little Rock is pleased to conclude its 60th Season with our Summer Musical 'Annie Get Your Gun' by Irving Berlin. Show dates are June 3rd-5th, 10th-12th and 17th-19th to be held at The Studio Theatre, 320 West 7th Street in Downtown Little Rock.

BWW Review: ANNIE GET YOUR GUN at Musical Theater Heritage
by Alan Portner - Apr 4, 2016

Musical Theatre Heritage returns to its radio roots with a revival of the 1946 Irving Berlin musical play, 'Annie Get Your Gun.' This MTH production stars the huge voice of Shelby Floyd in the title role of Annie Oakley. Baritone Sam Wright plays Annie's true life husband Frank Butler. Jim Korinke, a long time respected Kansas City actor, is the immortal Buffalo Bill Cody.

Photo Flash: First Look at Musical Theater Heritage's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2016

Since its debut on Broadway in 1946, Irving Berlin's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN has been a blockbuster musical favorite. To welcome its 14th season, Musical Theater Heritage at Crown Center features 20 performances of the Tony Award-winner now through April 24, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Musical Theater Heritage to Stage ANNIE GET YOUR GUN This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Mar 31, 2016

Since its debut on Broadway in 1946, Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun has been a blockbuster musical favorite. To welcome its 14th season, Musical Theater Heritage at Crown Center will feature 20 performances of the Tony Award-winner from March 31 - April 24, 2016.

Musical Theater Heritage to Stage ANNIE GET YOUR GUN This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2016

Since its debut on Broadway in 1946, Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun has been a blockbuster musical favorite. To welcome its 14th season, Musical Theater Heritage at Crown Center will feature 20 performances of the Tony Award-winner from March 31 - April 24, 2016.

BWW Blog: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF's Ben Rappaport- For The Ages
by Guest Blogger: Ben Rappaport - Mar 16, 2016

In between takes of a scene on 'The Good Wife' a few years ago, I was commiserating with veteran actor Zach Grenier-'Why is it that I'm completely relaxed in every shot EXCEPT my close up?' His response? 'Because this is for the ages. This will exist long after you and I are gone.' That's the weight you carry on your back in TV, film, and in the recording studio that you don't have in the theatre. In a play, there's always tomorrow night.

VIDEO: Anna Kendrick & Stephen Colbert Perform ANNIE GET YOUR GUN Duet
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 11, 2016

Anna Kendrick and Stephen Colbert channel ANNIE GET YOUR GUN's Annie Oakley and Frank Butler for a duet of 'Falling in Love is Wonderful.'

Daniel Evans Announces Final Season as Artistic Director of Sheffield Theatres
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 4, 2016

Daniel Evans today announces his final season as Sheffield Theatres' Artistic Director, including the eagerly anticipated news of the Crucible's Christmas show, Irving Berlin's whip-cracking musical Annie Get Your Gun. The season also includes two world premieres on the Crucible stage - an adaptation of a classic novel and an exciting new musical set in Sheffield. A poignant moment in the city's history is told on the Studio stage along with a heart-warming family tale for the festive period.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 3/4/16- ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 4, 2016

Today in 1999, Annie Get Your Gun opened at the Marquis Theatre, where it ran for 1045 performances.Annie Get Your Gun is a musical with lyrics and music written by Irving Berlin and a book by Herbert Fields and his sister Dorothy Fields. The story is a fictionalized version of the life of Annie Oakley (1860-1926), who was a sharpshooter from Ohio, and her husband, Frank Butler. Songs that became hits include 'There's No Business Like Show Business', 'Doin' What Comes Natur'lly', 'You Can't Get a Man with a Gun', 'They Say It's Wonderful', and 'Anything You Can Do.'

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 2/12/16- ANNIE GET YOUR GUN
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 12, 2016

Today in 1946, Annie Get Your Gun opened at the Imperial Theatre, where it ran for 1147 performances. Annie Get Your Gun is a musical with lyrics and music written by Irving Berlin and a book by Herbert Fields and his sister Dorothy Fields. The story is a fictionalized version of the life of Annie Oakley (1860-1926), who was a sharpshooter from Ohio, and her husband, Frank Butler. Songs that became hits include 'There's No Business Like Show Business', 'Doin' What Comes Natur'lly', 'You Can't Get a Man with a Gun', 'They Say It's Wonderful', and 'Anything You Can Do.'

BWW Review: Lack of Chemistry Causes ANNIE GET YOUR GUN to Miss the Target
by Shari Barrett - Feb 5, 2016

Now onstage by the Aerospace Players through February 6, ANNIE GET YOUR GUN tells the story of sharpshooter Annie Oakley (Julie Hinton, a natural comedienne who perfectly inhabits the role) and her romance with Frank Butler (Stephen Cathers). Unfortunately, Cathers has no chemistry whatsoever with Hinton, and try as she might to entice him, their romance seems implausible and totally unbelievable. Without two solid leads who really appear to be in love, or at least attracted to each other physically, the musical lacks the spark needed to fuel the plot.

The Fulton Theatre Sets 2016-17 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 3, 2016

The Fulton Theatre is thrilled to announce a season bursting with dance, iconic musical theatre heroes, and a music legend in its mainstage offering! The Ellen Arnold Groff Studio Series, now in its third season, will offer three selections, including a Pulitzer Prize-winning drama. The popular family series again will offer four shows that are ideal for the entire family. The 2016/2017 season kicks off with the mainstage series on Tuesday, September 20, 2016, with the triumphant Billy Elliot. 

2015 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Awards - Last Week to Vote!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 24, 2015

Happy Holidays! It's the last week to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!

2015 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Awards Update - Dane Stauffer, Tori Adams in Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 18, 2015

Time is running out to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!

2015 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Awards Update - Dane Stauffer, Tyler Michaels Tied!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 11, 2015

Voting is fully underway for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 11. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.

THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Opens Tonight at the Ahmanson
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2015

The first national tour of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY opens at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre tonight, December 10, 2015, and plays through January 17, 2016. 

MaryJoanna Grisso, Austin Colby, Natascia Diaz and More Star in Signature Theatre's WEST SIDE STORY, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2015

Signature Theatre presents WEST SIDE STORY, directed by Signature Associate Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner (Signature's Sunday in the Park with George, Cabaret). The musical, a collaboration of music, dance and theater giants Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, Jerome Robbins and Arthur Laurents, is considered by some to be one of the greatest musicals of all time. WEST SIDE STORY will run from tonight, December 8 - January 24 in Signature Theatre's intimate MAX Theatre.

2015 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Awards Update - Dane Stauffer, Tori Adams Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 4, 2015

Voting has opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 27th. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.

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