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STAGE TUBE: Inside Christopher Gattelli’s NEWSIES Choreography
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 13, 2011

DanceOn, the YouTube partnership channel exclusive to dance videos, released an inside look at the spectacular dancing in the world premiere of Newsies the Musical at the Paper Mill Playhouse. Cast members Jeremy Jordan, Andrew Keenan-Bolger and Evan Kasprzak of So You Think You Can Dance discuss Christopher Gattelli's athletic choreography and what it means to be in a cult classic. Plus hear from Christopher and Newsies director Jeff Calhoun about their triple threat cast. Newsises begins previews on September 15, 2011 and runs through October 16, 2011.

TV: BroadwayWorld Goes Inside NEWSIES Preview Day; Meet the Company!
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 3, 2011

This week, September 1, the compeny of Paper Mill Playhouse's Newsies delivered their first performance preview to the press. BroadwayWorld was on hand and spoke with the cast and creative team following the performance. Click below to meet the company and see new performance footage!

Photo Coverage: NEWSIES Performance Preview - Complete Coverage!
by Walter McBride - Sep 2, 2011

Paper Mill Playhouse's premiere of Disney's Newsies delivered their first performance preview to the press yesterday, September 1. Immediately following the event, BroadwayWorld brought you a Freeze Frame preview of the performance and this morning we bring you full coverage!

TV: NEWSIES Performance Preview - First Look!
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 1, 2011

The cast of Paper Mill Playhouse's premiere of Disney's Newsies delivered their first performance preview to the press today, September 1. BroadwayWorld was on hand and brings you a first look at the show!

FREEZE FRAME: First Look at NEWSIES Performance Preview!
by Walter McBride - Sep 1, 2011

The cast and company of Paper Mill Playhouse's premiere of a new Disney stage musical, Newsies, delivered their first performance preview to the press since starting rehearsals three weeks ago. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you a Freeze Frame snapshot of the show. Check back later for complete photo, video and interview footage!

Paper Mill to Host NEWSIES Fan Day 10/2
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 16, 2011

Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee- Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt-Managing Director) will host a Newsies Fan Day at the Millburn theater on Sunday, October 2nd. Newsies Fan Day is an opportunity for Newsies fans nationwide to celebrate this cult phenomenon. Participants will have the opportunity to attend a Newsies Fan Reception at 5pm in the Renee Foosaner Art Gallery on the campus of Paper Mill Playhouse. At 6:00pm, there will be a Newsies Cast Talk-Back where both the stage cast and members of the film cast will discuss Newsies. The Newsies Fan Package costs $25 and includes: the Newsies Fan Reception, Newsies Cast Talk-Back and a Newsies gift. To participate in Newsies Fan Day, you must hold a ticket to the Newsies fan performance at 7:00pm on Sunday, October 2nd, sold separately. Radio Disney will be on campus to join in the festivities.

TV: Meet the Cast and Creative Team of NEWSIES!
by Robert Diamond - Aug 10, 2011

The cast of Paper Mill Playhouse's premiere of a new Disney stage musical, Newsies met the press yesterday, and BroadwayWorld was there for the event! Revolutionary newsie Jack Kelly will be portrayed by Jeremy Jordan of Broadway's West Side Story and Rock of Ages. Tony® Award nominee John Dossett will play newspaper giant Joseph Pulitzer. The show begins performances on Thursday, September 15. The official press opening is scheduled for Sunday, September 25. Check out our video below!

Photo Coverage: Cast and Creative Team of Paper Mill Playhouse's NEWSIES Meets the Press!
by Peter James Zielinski - Aug 9, 2011

The cast of Paper Mill Playhouse's premiere of a new Disney stage musical, Newsies met the press today, and BroadwayWorld was there for the event! Revolutionary newsie Jack Kelly will be portrayed by Jeremy Jordan of Broadway's West Side Story and Rock of Ages. Tony® Award nominee John Dossett will play newspaper giant Joseph Pulitzer. The show begins performances on Thursday, September 15. The official press opening is scheduled for Sunday, September 25. Check out photos fom the meet and greet below!

Jeremy Jordan, John Dossett Lead Paper Mill Playhouse's NEWSIES; Full Cast Announced!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 3, 2011

Paper Mill Playhouse just announced the cast for its season opener, the premiere of a new Disney stage musical, Newsies. Revolutionary newsie Jack Kelly will be portrayed by Jeremy Jordan of Broadway's West Side Story and Rock of Ages. Tony® Award nominee John Dossett will play newspaper giant Joseph Pulitzer. The show begins performances on Thursday, September 15. The official press opening is scheduled for Sunday, September 25.

Jamie deRoy & Friends Presents An Evening At Metropolitan Room
by BWW News Desk - Jul 27, 2011

Celebrated cabaret performer Jamie deRoy will kick off her 21st Anniversary Season of her multi MAC Award-winning variety show, Jamie deRoy & friends, with an unforgettable cabaret evening filled with song, humor, and fun on Wednesday, July 27th (7PM) at the intimate cabaret hot-spot Metropolitan Room (34 West 22nd Street ~ btw. 5th & 6th Avenues).

Jamie deRoy Hosts Special Edition Of JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS In NYC 7/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 25, 2011

Jamie deRoy will kick off the record-setting 21st Anniversary Season of her multi MAC Award-winning variety show, 'Jamie deRoy & friends,' with a special edition of her special show on Wednesday, July 27th at 7pm.

Jamie deRoy & Friends Presents An Evening At Metropolitan Room 7/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 22, 2011

Celebrated cabaret performer Jamie deRoy will kick off her 21st Anniversary Season of her multi MAC Award-winning variety show, Jamie deRoy & friends, with an unforgettable cabaret evening filled with song, humor, and fun on Wednesday, July 27th (7PM) at the intimate cabaret hot-spot Metropolitan Room (34 West 22nd Street ~ btw. 5th & 6th Avenues).

Jamie deRoy & Friends Presents An Evening At Metropolitan Room 7/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 30, 2011

Celebrated cabaret performer Jamie deRoy will kick off her 21st Anniversary Season of her multi MAC Award-winning variety show, Jamie deRoy & friends, with an unforgettable cabaret evening filled with song, humor, and fun on Wednesday, July 27th (7PM) at the intimate cabaret hot-spot Metropolitan Room (34 West 22nd Street ~ btw. 5th & 6th Avenues).

Review - Curtains & Catch Me If You Can
by Ben Peltz - May 9, 2011

There's a song in the backstage musical murder mystery, Curtains, that is unlike any other in the history of Broadway; a song guaranteed to make any musical theatre lover in the know choke up at least a little.

Photo Coverage: Paper Mill Celebrates CURTAIN's Opening Night Party
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 3, 2011

Paper Mill Playhouse open CURTAINS, directed by Mark S. Hoebee, with choreography by JoAnn M. Hunter on Sunday, May 1, 2011. Curtains began previews on April 27 and runs through May 22, 2011. BroadwayWorld was on hand for opening and brings you photo coverage of the after party below.

Photo Coverage: CURTAINS Opens at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 3, 2011

Paper Mill Playhouse open CURTAINS, directed by Mark S. Hoebee, with choreography by JoAnn M. Hunter on Sunday, May 1, 2011. Curtains began previews on April 27 and runs through May 22, 2011. BroadwayWorld was on hand for opening and brings you photo coverage of curtain call below.

New Subscriptions Available for Paper Mill Playhouse’s 2011-2012 Season 5/2
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2011

Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee- Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt-Managing Director) is proud to announce that New Season Subscriptions go on-sale Monday, May 2nd, for the 2011-2012 season.

Kim Zimmer, Robert Newman Join Cast of Paper Mill's CURTAINS
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2011

Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt-Managing Director) is proud to announce casting for Curtains. Directed by Mark S. Hoebee, with choreography by JoAnn M. Hunter, Curtains will run at the Millburn theater from April 27 through May 22, 2011. Family Week is April 27 through May 1 and during this period, children 18 and under receive half off the regular ticket price (certain restrictions apply). Curtains is generously supported by a gift from Allen and Joan Bildner. Curtains is a co-production with Theatre Under The Stars in Houston, Texas.

Daniel Marcus Featured in CURTAINS at Paper Mill Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2011

Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt-Managing Director) is will soon open CURTAINS, directed by Mark S. Hoebee, with choreography by JoAnn M. Hunter. Curtains will run at the Millburn theater from April 27 through May 22, 2011. Family Week is April 27 through May 1 and during this period, children 18 and under receive half off the regular ticket price (certain restrictions apply). In Additio to previously announced cast members, the show will also feature Daniel Marcus in the role of Sidney Bernstein.

New Subscriptions Available for Paper Mill Playhouse’s 2011-2012 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 22, 2011

Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee- Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt-Managing Director) is proud to announce that New Season Subscriptions go on-sale Monday, May 2nd, for the 2011-2012 season.

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