The Times Square Alliance today announced a twist on the 26 year tradition of Taste of Times Square, the annual outdoor food and music festival on 46th Street which offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy dishes from restaurants across the district and performances from a wide range of the city's musical talent.
Joe Allen Restaurant, the iconic haunt of the Broadway community, will open its doors once again after 7 months, due to the government mandated shutdown. The restaurant has undergone a redesign, courtesy of Tony Award-winning scenic designer David Rockwell as part of DineIn NYC, that assures compliance with current safety protocols.
The Swedish Musical Star, Peter Jöback, created the role Michael in the world premier production of Witches of Eastwick in London, West End.
Harriet Thorpe is perhaps best known for her work on Absolutely Fabulous and The Brittas Empire. However she has also enjoyed an extensive theatre career including roles in Les Misérables, Mamma Mia!, Crazy For You and The Dresser. Shea??s currently starring as Eleanor in the new musical Sleepless (based on the hit film Sleepless in Seattle), currently in previews at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. Harriet talks to BroadwayWorld about the excitement and anticipation surrounding the first fully staged theatre production since the beginning of lockdown.
KC Comeaux recently chatted with NY1 about how the Broadway shutdown is affecting local businesses throughout New York, and especially the theatre district.
Joe Allen, lovingly referred to as 'the West End's canteena??, streamed a virtual, live evening of star-studded entertainment. The beloved theatre haunt, running since 1977, has been severely affected by the pandemic and so created this show to raise funds for itself and all those in crisis in a?oetheatreland'.
From the moment it first opened its doors in 1977, Joe's has always been the preferred haunt of London's vibrant theatre scene.
'Let's go on with the show'! And what a show it's been thanks to the host with the most, Mr. Jim Caruso!
We want to hear from you! We're starting #BwayWorldPrompts, where each day we'll be asking our readers on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram questions to spark some theater conversation.
The reigning king of cabaret elegance talks with Stephen Mosher about style, musicianship, education and jewelry.. a lot of jewelry.
Restaurants in the theater district are currently being affected by the Broadway shutdown. BroadwayWorld previously reported HERE about ways to support New York City staples the Joe Allen, Orso, and Bar Centrale, which have taken a hit during this current health crisis.
A fundraiser on gofundme has been posted to help the staff New York City staples the Joe Allen, Orso, and Bar Centrale, which have taken a hit during this current health crisis.
Eager, competent company members amply demonstrated their wares and polish. (I don't mean bringing shiny silverware from their place of employment.) a?oeWe don't just carry meatloaf!a?? remarked the gregarious host.
This February, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond celebrating Valentine's Day. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.
Pamela Parker, the playwright of SECOND SAMUEL, will be attending performances of Theatre Wesleyan's production this February. Tickets are now available.
Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents the incomparable current staff of Joe Allen restaurant in The Ones That Got Away: A Joe Allen Tribute on Monday, February 3. In May, 1965, Joe Allen opened the restaurant that bears his name. That same year, the cast of the ill-fated show Kelly gave Joe a poster of their show. It ran one performance, and they thought it should hang, well, somewhere. Since then, it's become a Broadway tradition for those unlucky flops to adorn the restaurant's walls. Directed and produced by Nick Flatto, The Ones That Got Away is a Valentine's Day tribute to those forgotten flops as we remember the lost love songs of Broadway's past.
In celebration of her upcoming induction into the National Theater Hall of Fame on November 18th, I sat down with Broadway legend, Donna McKechnie for a spirited, informative, career-spanning chat.
After the exciting casting announcement for Marianne Elliott's upcoming visionary production of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's landmark musical comedy Company, newly announced cast members stepped up to the bar at the iconic Broadway watering hole, Joe Allen, to share some congratulations and bubbly.
What are the best places to get a drink after a Broadway show? Let us help you pick. There is no better way to wind down from an evening of Broadway, than with a post-show drink. Where should you go to raise a glass? Check our our picks for the most convenient and most delicious after-theatre drinks to keep your thirst quenched long after the curtain comes down.
The Stage announces the 2019 winners of The Stage Debut Awards, in association with Access Entertainment which took place at The Brewery, London on Sunday, September 15.
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