Harvey Fierstein News

'Without our traditions, our lives would be as shaky as...as a FIDDLER ON THE ROOF,' announces Tevye, a humble milkman from the Russian village of Anatevka. And so begins a tale of love and laughter, devotion and defiance, and changing traditions.

Lily Tomlin and Jane Wagner are helping make Times Square a little pinker - and all of New York City, in fact - as they present actor Leslie Jordan in his acclaimed solo show, My Trip Down The Pink Carpet, at the Midtown Theater (163 West 46th Street) this Spring.

The critically acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES opens Sunday, April 18 at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue).

Tradition is back! Harvey Fierstein reprises his Broadway role as Tevye in the North American Tour of the Tony® Award-winning musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, playing the National Theatre April 13 through May 9, 2010.

Harvey Fierstein and the cast of the national touring company of Fiddler on the Roof will perform Raising the Roof, a cabaret to benefit the national non-profit, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, at Town Danceboutique, a premiere gay dance club and performance venue.

Patrick Breen, Harvey Fierstein, and Barbara Barrie are all set to guest star on this season of Showtime's dark comedy series 'Nurse Jackie,' which airs on Monday nights at 10 PM.

The Gallery Players marks the final show of its 43rd main stage season in Black and White and Technicolor with the first NYC revival of the six-time Tony Award winner, City of Angels. Directed by Trey Compton (Mrs. Bob Cratchit's Wild Christmas Binge, The Gallery Players), City of Angels runs May 1-23, 2010.

Patrick Breen, Harvey Fierstein, and Barbara Barrie are all set to guest star on this season of Showtime's dark comedy series 'Nurse Jackie,' which airs on Monday nights at 10 PM.

The Broadway revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES celebrated its first preview production at the Longacre Theatre, on Tuesday, April 6, 2010. The show opens on April 18, 2010. BroadwayWorld joined Kelsey Grammer, Douglas Hodge and the stars of La Cage in celebration this week at Hurley's in Times Square, following their first curtain call.

The Dayton Playhouse is proud to announce its 52nd theatrical season of musicals, comedies, dramas and special events. 'We are so excited to build on the tremendous success of our 2009 - 2010 Season with these exciting and daring shows for next season!' says Executive Director Wade Hamilton.

The Drama League (Jano Herbosch, President; Gabriel Shanks, Executive Director) has announced this year's honorary co-chairs for The 76th Annual Drama League Awards Ceremony and Luncheon.

The critically acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES begins previews tonight at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). Opening night is Sunday, April 18.

The Broadway revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES begins previews today at Broadway's Longacre Theatre. The show is scheduled to open April 18, 2010.

Lily Tomlin and Jane Wagner will help make Times Square a littlepinker - and all of New York City, in fact - when they present actor Leslie Jordan in hisacclaimed solo show, My Trip Down The Pink Carpet, at the Midtown Theater (163 West46th Street) this Spring.

Kelsey Grammer, who is about to make his Broadway musical debut in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, recently sat down with the Today Show's Kathie Lee and Hoda to discuss all things LA CAGE, including the intricacies of the show's elaborate tech and the challenges he faces switching roles just months into the run (opening as Georges, he will switch to the role of Albin around October). BroadwayWorld brings you his interview below.

The Drama League (Jano Herbosch, President; Gabriel Shanks, Executive Director) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2010 Special Recognitions, to be presented along with its five competitive production and performance awards at The 76th Annual Drama League Awards Ceremony and Luncheon on Friday, May 21, 2010 (noon) in the Grand Ballroom of the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Times Square (1535 Broadway).

The critically acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES has announced a student rush ticket policy.

Kelsey Grammer, who is about to make his Broadway musical debut in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, will be a guest on 'The Today Show' on Friday, April 2 during the 10:00 AM hour. In the New York area, 'Live with Regis and Kelly' airs on WNBC-TV Channel 4. Check local listings.

Atlanta Broadway Series recently completed a successful engagement of theatre classic 'Fiddler on the Roof,' starring Harvey Fierstein, at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Honoring the spirit of tradition, the Tony Award winning musical partnered with another community mainstay, Girl Scouts, for a special fundraising effort.

'Without our traditions, our lives would be as shaky as...as a FIDDLER ON THE ROOF,' announces Tevye, a humble milkman from the Russian village of Anatevka. And so begins a tale of love and laughter, devotion and defiance, and changing traditions.