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FIX UP SHOW Finale to Feature Judy Gold, 9/11
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 2, 2010


After a long summer of playing matchmaker for New York singles, host of THE FIX-UP SHOW J. Keith van Straaten (host of Comedy Central's 'Beat The Geeks,' 'What's My Line? - Live On Stage') deserves a vacation! But before he sets off jetting around the country, he has one more match to make at the finale of THE FIX-UP SHOW at the Triad on Saturday, September 11 at a special time, 9pm. In this travel themed finale, our host will help a single flight attendant find his match with the help of other airline industry types as well as celebrity panelist and Emmy-award winning comedienne Judy Gold Gold (HBO, Comedy Central, 25 Questions for a Jewish Mother). There will be an exciting opportunity to mingle with the participants and other jet-setting singles at a special going-away party following the last chance to see THE FIX-UP SHOW at the Triad.

Richard Skipper Closes CAROL CHANNING IN CONCERT To Cape Cod, 9/2
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2010


RICHARD SKIPPER, the 4-time MAC Award winning celebrity tribute artist, brings his critically- acclaimed show 'CAROL CHANNING' IN CONCERT to Cape Cod for a 4-Night Only Special Engagement prior to this Fall's Off-Broadway run. A portion of proceeds from each ticket will benefit The Dr. Carol Channing & Harry Kullijian Foundation For The Arts. The performances will occur Monday August 30th through Thursday September 2nd at The Madeira Room Vixen located at The Pilgrim House in Provincetown.

Paper Mill Playhouse Holds HAIRSPRAY Blowout Bash, 9/19
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 31, 2010


Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt, Managing Director) is proud to announce a free, community event celebrating the opening of Hairspray at the Millburn Theater. Hairspray's Blowout Bash will take place on Main Street and Taylor Park in Downtown Millburn on Sunday, September 19th from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Hairspray's Blowout Bash will feature: rides, games, live entertainment, contests, give-a-ways, food, a special appearance from members of the Hairspray cast and more. Hairspray's Blowout Bash is a rain or shine event.

Richard Skipper Brings CAROL CHANNING IN CONCERT To Cape Cod, 8/30-9/2
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2010


RICHARD SKIPPER, the 4-time MAC Award winning celebrity tribute artist, brings his critically- acclaimed show 'CAROL CHANNING' IN CONCERT to Cape Cod for a 4-Night Only Special Engagement prior to this Fall's Off-Broadway run. A portion of proceeds from each ticket will benefit The Dr. Carol Channing & Harry Kullijian Foundation For The Arts. The performances will occur Monday August 30th through Thursday September 2nd at The Madeira Room Vixen located at The Pilgrim House in Provincetown.

Richard Skipper Brings CAROL CHANNING IN CONCERT To Cape Cod, 8/30-9/2
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 15, 2010


RICHARD SKIPPER, the 4-time MAC Award winning celebrity tribute artist, brings his critically- acclaimed show 'CAROL CHANNING' IN CONCERT to Cape Cod for a 4-Night Only Special Engagement prior to this Fall's Off-Broadway run. A portion of proceeds from each ticket will benefit The Dr. Carol Channing & Harry Kullijian Foundation For The Arts. The performances will occur Monday August 30th through Thursday September 2nd at The Madeira Room Vixen located at The Pilgrim House in Provincetown.

Actors And Singers Sought For BAD, Part Of International CringeFest '10 7/19-8/8
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2010


Actors and singer-actors are sought for the outrageous International CringeFest '10 to be presented in the Grand Theatre at the Producers' Club, 358 W. 44th St., July 19-August 8. All types, ages 18 to way up, non-singers to legit singers, cross-dressers welcome!

The Fix-Up Show Extends Six Weeks at the Triad 8/7-9/11
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2010


Following its triumphant run earlier this summer, THE FIX-UP SHOW, hosted by J.Keith van Straaten (Comedy Central's 'Beat The Geeks,' 'What's My Line? - Live On Stage') announces six additional weeks at the Triad (158 West 72nd Street, 2nd floor), every Saturday night beginning August 7th through September 11th.

The Fix-Up Show Extends Six Weeks at the Triad 8/7-9/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 2, 2010


Following its triumphant run earlier this summer, THE FIX-UP SHOW, hosted by J.Keith van Straaten (Comedy Central's 'Beat The Geeks,' 'What's My Line? - Live On Stage') announces six additional weeks at the Triad (158 West 72nd Street, 2nd floor), every Saturday night beginning August 7th through September 11th.

Photo Coverage: VIAGARA FALLS Opens Off-Broadway
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 23, 2010


Viagara Falls, a new comedy by Lou Cutell and Joao Machado, opened this week at the Little Shubert Theatre. Presented by Stanley Browne, John Finocchio and SJ Productions, Inc., Viagara Falls features a trio of TV, stage and film veterans: Bernie Kopell ('The Love Boat'), Lou Cutell (original Broadway production of Little Me) and Teresa Ganzel ('The Tonight Show,' 'Teachers Only'). Viagara Falls is directed by Don Crichton ('The Carol Burnett Show'). BroadwayWorld was on hand for the opening and brings you photo coverage below.

THE FIX UP SHOW Announces Michael Musto and Scott Adsit 7/8
by BWW News Desk - Jul 8, 2010


Celebrity gossip columnist Michael Musto and Scott Adsit, co-star of the hit NBC series '30 Rock' will join THE FIX-UP SHOW as celebrity guests helping New York singles find love in this new weekly match-making comedy show at the Triad (158 West 72nd Street - 2nd Floor, 1/2 block East of Broadway).

THE FIX UP SHOW Announces Michael Musto and Scott Adsit 7/8
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 1, 2010


Celebrity gossip columnist Michael Musto and Scott Adsit, co-star of the hit NBC series '30 Rock' will join THE FIX-UP SHOW as celebrity guests helping New York singles find love in this new weekly match-making comedy show at the Triad (158 West 72nd Street - 2nd Floor, 1/2 block East of Broadway).

15th Annual Lower East Side Festival of the Arts Announces Participants, Runs 5/28-30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010


THE 15th ANNUAL LOWER EAST SIDE (LES) FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS will bring together under one roof in just three days a multitude of performing artists - actors, dancers, singers, painters, sculptors, playwrights, performance artists, poets, etc. -- all of whom reside, work or have their roots in the culturally diverse, artistically rich Lower East Side -- for New York City's most diverse FREE 3-day festival, from Friday, May 28 through Sunday, May 30, at Theater for the New City (155 1st Avenue, between E. 9th and 10th Sts.) in Manhattan.

15th Annual Lower East Side Festival of the Arts Announces Participants, Runs 5/28-30
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2010


THE 15th ANNUAL LOWER EAST SIDE (LES) FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS will bring together under one roof in just three days a multitude of performing artists - actors, dancers, singers, painters, sculptors, playwrights, performance artists, poets, etc. -- all of whom reside, work or have their roots in the culturally diverse, artistically rich Lower East Side -- for New York City's most diverse FREE 3-day festival, from Friday, May 28 through Sunday, May 30, at Theater for the New City (155 1st Avenue, between E. 9th and 10th Sts.) in Manhattan.

Photo Flash: 15th Annual Lower East Side Festival Of The Arts
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 21, 2010


THE 15th ANNUAL LOWER EAST SIDE (LES) FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS will bring together under one roof in just three days a multitude of performing artists - actors, dancers, singers, painters, sculptors, playwrights, performance artists, poets, etc. -- all of whom reside, work or have their roots in the culturally diverse, artistically rich Lower East Side -- for New York City's most diverse FREE 3-day festival, from Friday, May 28 through Sunday, May 30, at Theater for the New City (155 1st Avenue, between E. 9th and 10th Sts.) in Manhattan.

Actors And Singers Sought For BAD, Part Of International CringeFest '10 7/19-8/8
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 10, 2010


Actors and singer-actors are sought for the outrageous International CringeFest '10 to be presented in the Grand Theatre at the Producers' Club, 358 W. 44th St., July 19-August 8. All types, ages 18 to way up, non-singers to legit singers, cross-dressers welcome!

15th Annual Lower East Side Festival of the Arts Announces Participants, Runs 5/28-30
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 30, 2010


THE 15th ANNUAL LOWER EAST SIDE (LES) FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS will bring together under one roof in just three days a multitude of performing artists - actors, dancers, singers, painters, sculptors, playwrights, performance artists, poets, etc. -- all of whom reside, work or have their roots in the culturally diverse, artistically rich Lower East Side -- for New York City's most diverse FREE 3-day festival, from Friday, May 28 through Sunday, May 30, at Theater for the New City (155 1st Avenue, between E. 9th and 10th Sts.) in Manhattan.

Meryl Romer to Perform at the Met Room 4/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2010


New York City Appearances For Vocalist Meryl Romer.

Meryl Romer to Perform at Billie's Black 4/14 & Met Room 4/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 14, 2010


Two New York City Appearances For Vocalist Meryl Romer.

No Cold Readings on 3/15 at NYAU; Resume 3/18
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2010


There will be no cold readings this Monday March 15 as the Director and staff will be attending A.R.T New York 's Curtain Call at the Laura Pels Theatre. It is an event celebrating the Off Broadway and Off Off Broadway community. Cold readings will resume on Thursday March 18.

Meryl Romer to Perform at Billie's Black 4/14 & Met Room 4/18
by BWW News Desk - Mar 2, 2010


Two New York City Appearances For Vocalist Meryl Romer.

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