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STAGE TUBE: Ashley Kate Adams Performs 'Blue Rhapsody' from THE GAY BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN

Written by Dane E. Leeman (book) & Billy Butler (book, music & lyrics), Gay Bride of Frankenstein is a pop/rock, fairy tale musical that follows the exploits of four high school friends on one fateful Halloween night at a very unconventional Monsters Ball. Described as John Hughes meets Scooby-Doo, and asks the age old question: 'Will the girl get the girl?'

Jeanna de Waal, Ben Thompson and More Join Marin Mazzie & Molly Ranson in New CARRIE Musical! Full Cast Announced!

MCC Theater has announced the complete cast for the newly reworked and fully re-imagined production of Carrie, the musical. Carrie features music by Michael Gore, lyrics by Dean Pitchford (Academy Award winning composer and lyricist for the original film Fame) and a book by Lawrence D. Cohen (who also adapted the 1974 novel by Stephen King for the 1976 Brian DePalma film). Directed by Stafford Arima, performances for Carrie begin January 31, 2012, at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street, NYC). The official opening night is set for March 1, 2012.

GAY BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN Aims for 10/31 Opening

Noted entertainment attorney Eric S. Goldman will produce Gay Bride of Frankenstein Off-Broadway in the 2011-2012 season. Written by Dane E. Leeman (book) & Billy Butler (book, music & lyrics), Gay Bride of Frankenstein is a pop/rock, fairy tale musical that follows the exploits of four high school friends on one fateful Halloween night at a very unconventional Monsters Ball. It's John Hughes meets Scooby-Doo, and asks the age old question: 'Will the girl get the girl?'

ABC Announces 'Dancing With the Stars' Cast: David Arquette, Nancy Grace & More

A dynamic lineup of stars - including a U.S. veteran, an NBA champion, a film and TV star, a TV host and journalist, a Grammy-nominated singer, a supermodel, a reality TV star, a showbiz legacy and activist, and a World Cup star -- will take the stage for the two-hour season premiere of 'Dancing with the Stars,' MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 (8:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

BITE Presents Prom Night of the Living Dead at the Players Theatre, Closes 9/4

The international theatre company BITE (Brooklyn Innovative Theatre Experience) will present its first independent full-length production Prom Night of the Living Dead -- an interactive horror play equal parts John Hughes and George Romero - opening Thursday, August 18 at 8pm and running three weeks, Thursday - Sunday, until Sunday, September 4 at 2pm at The Players Theatre (115 MacDougal St, NYC).

ABC Announces 'Dancing With the Stars' Cast: David Arquette, Nancy Grace & More

A dynamic lineup of stars - including a U.S. veteran, an NBA champion, a film and TV star, a TV host and journalist, a Grammy-nominated singer, a supermodel, a reality TV star, a showbiz legacy and activist, and a World Cup star -- will take the stage for the two-hour season premiere of 'Dancing with the Stars,' MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 (8:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

BITE Presents Prom Night of the Living Dead at the Players Theatre Thru 9/4

The international theatre company BITE (Brooklyn Innovative Theatre Experience) will present its first independent full-length production Prom Night of the Living Dead -- an interactive horror play equal parts John Hughes and George Romero - opening Thursday, August 18 at 8pm and running three weeks, Thursday - Sunday, until Sunday, September 4 at 2pm at The Players Theatre (115 MacDougal St, NYC).

BITE Presents Prom Night of the Living Dead at the Players Theatre 8/18-9/4

The international theatre company BITE (Brooklyn Innovative Theatre Experience) will present its first independent full-length production Prom Night of the Living Dead -- an interactive horror play equal parts John Hughes and George Romero - opening Thursday, August 18 at 8pm and running three weeks, Thursday - Sunday, until Sunday, September 4 at 2pm at The Players Theatre (115 MacDougal St, NYC).

Festival d'Aix-en-Provence Announces Detailed 2011 Season

From July 5 to 25, 2011, the 63rd season of Festival d'Aix-en-Provence will offer six new opera and musical theater productions including two world premieres; a concert series featuring symphonic works, chamber music and recitals; and the programs of the 14th Academie Europeenne de Musique.

Cynthia Nixon Returns to Broadway in WIT at MTC, Jan. 2012; THE COLUMNIST Delayed

Manhattan Theatre Club has just announced that Tony and Emmy Award winner Cynthia Nixon will return to MTC to star in the Broadway premiere of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play WIT by Margaret Edson, directed by MTC's award-winning Artistic Director Lynne Meadow. The limited engagement of WIT will begin previews Thursday, January 5, 2012 and open Thursday, January 26, 2012 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

BITE Presents Prom Night of the Living Dead at the Players Theatre 8/18-9/4

The international theatre company BITE (Brooklyn Innovative Theatre Experience) will present its first independent full-length production Prom Night of the Living Dead -- an interactive horror play equal parts John Hughes and George Romero - opening Thursday, August 18 at 8pm and running three weeks, Thursday - Sunday, until Sunday, September 4 at 2pm at The Players Theatre (115 MacDougal St, NYC).

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: June 25- July 1

Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week, or you're just in the mood for a recap of everything theatre, BroadwayWorld's new feature, 'This Week in Pictures' is here to satisfy your end of the week fix. Take a look below to catch up on the latest happenings from the Great White Way to the West End (and everywhere in between) with coverage of press events, rehearsals, opening nights and more! For last week's biggest events: visit THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: June 18- 24!

Photo Flash: Tracie Thoms, Barrett Foa, et al. in FOR THE RECORD Concert!

As previously reported, FOR THE RECORD: John Hughes celebrates the soundtracks that defined a generation makes its New York City debut at City Winery on June 27th at 8PM. Due to popular demand, a second performance has been added at 10:30pm to accommodate overwelming ticket sales.

Arden-Helmed FOR THE RECORD: JOHN HUGHES Adds Second Show at City Winery, 6/27

Celebrate songs and scenes of a motion picture master. FOR THE RECORD: JOHN HUGHES celebrates the soundtracks that defined a generation. Immerse yourself in 80's movie magic with Bender, Ferris, Ducky, Sam, Kevin and the Griswolds. Hollywood's critically acclaimed 360-degree concert and dining experience makes it's New York debut at City Winery on June 27th at 8PM.

Rachel Klein Set to Direct Gay Bride of Frankenstein

Executive Producer Aaron Grant has announced that "downtown director," Rachel Klein, will direct & choreograph Eric S. Goldman's upcoming Off-Broadway Production of Gay Bride of Frankenstein in the 2011-2012 season.

Darren Ritchie, Tracie Thoms, et al. Set for FOR THE RECORD: JOHN HUGHS, 6/27

Celebrate songs and scenes of a motion picture master. FOR THE RECORD: JOHN HUGHES celebrates the soundtracks that defined a generation. Immerse yourself in 80's movie magic with Bender, Ferris, Ducky, Sam, Kevin and the Griswolds. Hollywood's critically acclaimed 360-degree concert and dining experience makes it's New York debut at City Winery on June 27th at 8PM.

GAY BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN Aims for 10/31 Opening

Noted entertainment attorney Eric S. Goldman will produce Gay Bride of Frankenstein Off-Broadway in the 2011-2012 season. Written by Dane E. Leeman (book) & Billy Butler (book, music & lyrics), Gay Bride of Frankenstein is a pop/rock, fairy tale musical that follows the exploits of four high school friends on one fateful Halloween night at a very unconventional Monsters Ball. It's John Hughes meets Scooby-Doo, and asks the age old question: 'Will the girl get the girl?'

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