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Don Rickles to Return to The Orleans Showroom This October
by BWW News Desk - Aug 25, 2015


Returning for his 56th consecutive year as a Las Vegas headliner, internationally distinguished comedian, actor and entertainer Don Rickles will perform at The Orleans Showroom, Oct. 17 and 18.

Jacob Whitesides Named Radio Disney's Newest 'Next Big Thing' Featured Artist
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 24, 2015


Jacob Whitesides has been named Radio Disney's 'NBT' (Next Big Thing) featured artist. The 17-year-old singer-songwriter is the latest artist to be highlighted in the multi-platform feature program that has championed young developing recording artists, showcasing their journeys as they turn their unique talents and dreams into careers.

STAGE TUBE: HAMILTON's Jon Rua Sets Dance to John Mayer's 'No Such Thing'
by Stage Tube - Aug 11, 2015


HAMILTON's Jon Rua is back at it! After reimagining the gym scene from WEST SIDE STORY last week, the choreographer recently tackled John Mayer's 'No Such Thing'. Check out the smooth moves below!

Judd Apatow, Billy Crystal Among Lineup for 2015 New York Comedy Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 11, 2015


Marking its 12th year, the New York Comedy Festival (NYCF), presented in association with Comedy Central, announced its 2015 line-up today.

Derrick Baskin, Zak Resnick & Daniel J. Watts Join Bryan Fenkart in A DECADE OF IMPERFECTION at 54 Below Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 11, 2015


54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Bryan Fenkart in 'A Decade of Imperfection' tonight, August 11, 2015.

NEW YORK COMEDY FESTIVAL Announces 2015 Lineup - Billy Crystal, Judd Apatow, Bill Burr and More!
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 10, 2015


Marking its 12th year, the New York Comedy Festival (NYCF), presented in association with Comedy Central, announced its 2015 line-up today.  Expanding to six days and running from November 10 -15, the festival will feature some of comedy's biggest stars performing in New York City's most prestigious venues, including the Beacon Theatre, Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), Carnegie Hall, Carolines on Broadway, Madison Square Garden, The Theater at MSG, Town Hall and the 92nd Street Y.

Barrett Wilbert Weed to Bring Night of Favorite Tunes to 54 Below, 9/2
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2015


54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Barrett Wilbert Weed on September 2nd, 2015. Join Barrett for a night of her favorite songs, from John Mayer to Michael John LaChiusa.

Ricky Byrd's Clean Getaway All Stars Come to Warner's Nancy Marine Studio, 9/19
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2015


2015 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, Ricky Byrd will bring his Clean Getaway All Stars to the Warner's Nancy Marine Studio Theatre on September 19 at 8 pm. This concert will benefit The McCall Foundation of Torrington, a local drug and alcohol treatment center.

Derrick Baskin, Zak Resnick, & Daniel J. Watts to Join Bryan Fenkart in A DECADE OF IMPERFECTION at 54 Below, 8/11
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 4, 2015


54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Bryan Fenkart in "A Decade of Imperfection" on August 11, 2015.  Derrick Baskin (Memphis, Spelling Bee), Sam Brown, Zak Resnick (Piece of My Heart, Mamma Mia) and Daniel J. Watts (After Midnight, Motown) join Bryan as he celebrates the 10 year anniversary of his debut album, "Imperfect Man". The evening will take us on the unpredictable journey of the everyman, told through Bryan's original music and the pop, rock and Broadway songs that have inspired him. 

Full Cast Set for RSC's Swan Theatre Production of HECUBA
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 28, 2015


Full casting is announced for the Swan Theatre production of Marina Carr's new play based on the epic tale of Hecuba, directed by RSC Deputy Artistic Director Erica Whyman with Derbhle Crotty in the title role, opening on Thursday 24 September 2015.

BWW Exclusive: 5 Favorites with Clyde Alves- ON THE TOWN Star Shares Inspirations for His Birdland Concert!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 16, 2015


Below, Alves gives us a taste Monday's concert by sharing five of his musical inspirations from YouTube. Check them out below!

Bryan Fenkart to Bring A DECADE OF IMPERFECTION to 54 Below, 8/11
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 14, 2015


Bryan Fenkart will bring his one-man show "A Decade of Imperfection" to 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, on Tuesday  August 11, 2015 at 9:30 pm. "A Decade of Imperfection" celebrates the 10 year anniversary of Bryan's debut album "Imperfect Man," and takes us on the unpredictable journey of the everyman, told through Fenkart's original music and the pop, rock and Broadway songs that have inspired him. Guest artists to be announced.

BROADWAY LOVES KATY PERRY, Charles Busch & More Set for 54 Below This Week
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 13, 2015


This week at 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.

Riley Thomas Returns to NYMF with WEARING BLACK Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 9, 2015


THE NEW YORK MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL and DARK PROPHETS PRODUCTION LLC are pleased to announce the world premiere production of Wearing Black, winner Best Original Score at FRIGID New York, with book, music and lyrics by Riley Thomas (writer/composer of the sold out award-winning NYMF show STUCK, now a feature film starring Giancarlo Esposito, Amy Madigan and Ashanti.), music direction by Ben Caplan and directed by J. Scott Lapp (Broadway's Bonnie & Clyde; National Tours Murder for Two, Xanadu; Old Globe; La Jolla Playhouse; The Barn Stage  Company).

Photo Flash: Kyle Riabko & Cast of WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT? Rock Menier Chocolate Factory
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 7, 2015


The Menier Chocolate Factory  recently confirmed the international cast - hailing from across the UK, US and Canada, for the UK premiere of What's It All About? Bacharach Reimagined. Burt Bacharach's celebrated songbook is given an exciting new interpretation with Kyle Riabko's thrillingly original musical arrangement. This show, directed by Oliver Award-winner Steven Hoggett, is a dynamic 90-minute non-stop musical journey in which the 27-year-old Riabko leads a talented group of young performers through Bacharach's classic melodies, blending nostalgia and innovation, where generations old and new can revel in the joy of these hits as if for the very first time.

East Coast Artist Chad Browne-Springer Releases 'Inside & Out' Visuals
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 2, 2015


Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes presents the release of the 'Inside & Out' Music Video by Chad Browne-Springer. The new video is currently available to view on the Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes website.

Christine Ebersole, Jeremy Jordan, Lorna Luft & More Coming to 54 Below in Coming Weeks
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 30, 2015


This July and August, 54 BELOW presents an exciting lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond. Located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street. For a detailed schedule of upcoming performances at 54 Below and to purchase tickets, visit www.54Below.com.

Foxwoods Resort Casino Releases Amazing July Entertainment Calendar
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 24, 2015


Foxwoods Resort Casino the Northeast's premier entertainment destination, is hosting a highly-anticipated line-up of thrilling entertainment this July.

Riley Thomas to Return to NYMF with WEARING BLACK This July
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2015


THE NEW YORK MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL and DARK PROPHETS PRODUCTION LLC are pleased to announce the world premiere production of Wearing Black, winner Best Original Score at FRIGID New York, with book, music and lyrics by Riley Thomas (writer/composer of the sold out award-winning NYMF show STUCK, now a feature film starring Giancarlo Esposito, Amy Madigan and Ashanti.), music direction by Ben Caplan and directed by J. Scott Lapp (Broadway's Bonnie & Clyde; National Tours Murder for Two, Xanadu; Old Globe; La Jolla Playhouse; The Barn Stage  Company).

Ebony Repertory Theatre Presents THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS, Now thru 7/19
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2015


Ebony Repertory Theatre (ERT - Founder/Producer Wren T. Brown) announced today that they will present the Pulitzer Prize Finalist and Tony Award-nominated production of THE GOSPEL AT COLONUS starring Tony Award-winner Roger Robinson (Joe Turner's Come and Gone) as Oedpius. The acclaimed production, conceived and adapted by Lee Breuer (Mabou Mines' Trilogy) and music by Bob Telson (Lincoln Center Theater's Chronicle of a Death Foretold), is a soul stirring dramatic-musical which takes place within the framework of a Pentecostal church service set against the tragic Greek background of the story of Oedipus at Colonus, in which the exiled king Oedipus seeks a place where he may be properly buried. ERT's production, directed by Andi Chapman (Actors Co-op's Steel Magnolias - Drama-Logue Award for Outstanding Director), will commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the Los Angeles Premiere. Performances will run tonight, June 18 - July 19, 2015 with an official press opening on Saturday, June 20 at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center (4718 West Washington Boulevard) in Los Angeles.

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