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Adapted from the screenplay by Jeff Nathanson and the book written by Frank Abagnale Jr. and Stan Redding, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, the world premiere musical based on the hit DreamWorks film boasts a book by four-time Tony Award-winner Terrence McNally, who joins forces with the collaborative team behind the hit musical Hairspray, including five-time Tony Award-winning director Jack O'Brien, Tony Award-winning choreographer Jerry Mitchell, and Tony Award-winning composing team Marc Shaiman (music & lyrics) and Scott Wittman (lyrics). The musical is performing at Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre.

The 5th Avenue Theatre today announced that it will be holding a special benefit performance of their world premiere musical Catch Me If You Can on Wednesday, August 5 to benefit the Compass Center, a non-profit agency serving homeless and low income individuals and families in the greater Seattle area.

On Friday, July 24 Broadway and Wicked star Eden Espinosa made a triumphant return to Los Angeles with her pop/rock concert entitled 'ME' which was directed by Billy Porter with Music Direction by Christopher Lloyd Bratten. The nearly sold-out audience was treated to a dazzling array of song selections which included highlights like the Tina Turner hit 'River Deep, Mountain High,' Cyndi Lauper's 'I'm Gonna Be Strong,' Dolly Parton's 'Here You Come Again,'...

'Catch' a sneak peek right here on STAGE TUBE! Stage veteran Tom Wopat (Frank Abagnale Sr.) croons '50 Checks' from the world premiere of Catch Me If You Can the musical. Catch Me If You Can plays its world premiere at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle July 28-August 16.

The 5th Avenue Theatre regrets to announce the cancellation of preview performances Thursday July 23 through Sunday July 26 of the upcoming World Premiere of the new musical Catch Me If You Can, but will be offering two additional performances of the show next week on Tuesday July 28 and Wednesday July 29. The two additional performances will be at 7:30 pm.

The swinging '60's meet Broadway when Robin and the 7 Hoods, a brand new musical comedy, opens in New York during the 2010-11 season, it was announced by the show's producers (Bruce Charet, Dennis Mastro, Dennis Farina, Billy Campbell; Barry Brown, executive producer)

Lyric Stage and Imagination Celebration Fort Worth are proud to present Tony Award winning Broadway star Betty Buckley in her hometown debut of BETTY BUCKLEY: BROADWAY BY REQUEST featuring Seth Rudetsky, pianist/comedian and Sirius Satellite Radio Talk Show Host.

Upright Cabaret (www.uprightcabaret.com), L.A.'s premier theatrical showcase featuring an eclectic mix of artists from stage, screen and recording, presents the second of their amazing 'evenings under the stars' at the Ford Amphitheatre as they present the electrifying star of 'Wicked' at the Pantages and also as Maureen in the recent filmed stage version of 'RENT' - EDEN ESPINOSA starring in 'ME' with musical direction by James Sampliner (Broadway: BKLYN: The Musical, The Wedding Singer, Legally Blonde) and Chris Bratten.

There is an air of enchantment about Eden Espinosa! Perhaps that's because fairytales and bedtime stories seem to follow her wherever she goes. Audiences across the country have seen her flying on her broomstick above the Land of Oz, heard her singing an 'Unfinished Lullaby' beneath the Brooklyn Bridge...

Adapted from the screenplay by Jeff Nathanson and the book written by Frank Abagnale Jr. and Stan Redding, the original musical CATCH ME IF YOU CAN boasts a book by four-time Tony Award-winner Terrence McNally, who joins forces with the collaborative team behind the hit musical Hairspray (which also premiered at the 5th), including five-time Tony Award-winning director Jack O'Brien, Tony Award-winning choreographer Jerry Mitchell, and Tony Award-winning composing team Marc Shaiman (music & lyrics) and Scott Wittman (lyrics). 'Catch' a sneak peek photo flash right here on BroadwayWorld!

Lyric Stage and Imagination Celebration Fort Worth are proud to present Tony Award winning Broadway star Betty Buckley in her hometown debut of BETTY BUCKLEY: BROADWAY BY REQUEST featuring Seth Rudetsky, pianist/comedian and Sirius Satellite Radio Talk Show Host.

There is an air of enchantment about Eden Espinosa! Perhaps that's because fairytales and bedtime stories seem to follow her wherever she goes. Audiences across the country have seen her flying on her broomstick above the Land of Oz, heard her singing an 'Unfinished Lullaby' beneath the Brooklyn Bridge...

Adapted from the screenplay by Jeff Nathanson and the book written by Frank Abagnale Jr. and Stan Redding, the original musical CATCH ME IF YOU CAN boasts a book by four-time Tony Award-winner Terrence McNally, who joins forces with the collaborative team behind the hit musical Hairspray (which also premiered at the 5th), including five-time Tony Award-winning director Jack O'Brien, Tony Award-winning choreographer Jerry Mitchell, and Tony Award-winning composing team Marc Shaiman (music & lyrics) and Scott Wittman (lyrics).

Upright Cabaret (www.uprightcabaret.com), L.A.'s premier theatrical showcase featuring an eclectic mix of artists from stage, screen and recording, presents the second of their amazing 'evenings under the stars' at the Ford Amphitheatre as they present the electrifying star of 'Wicked' at the Pantages and also as Maureen in the recent filmed stage version of 'RENT' - EDEN ESPINOSA starring in 'ME' with musical direction by James Sampliner (Broadway: BKLYN: The Musical, The Wedding Singer, Legally Blonde) and Chris Bratten.

Jim Caruso's Cast Party is proud to announce the return of MALCOLM GETS to the Broadway at Birdland concert series. Gets will be celebrating the release of his new cd, ?The Journey Home? (PS Classics) on Monday, June 1 at 7pm. Composer/pianist/Emmy winner JOHN McDANIEL will serve as Musical Director for the evening, with Tom Hubbard on bass, Rich Mercurio on drums, Peter Sachon on cello and special guest (and Amour co-star) Melissa Errico, who will duet with Gets.

Jim Caruso's Cast Party is proud to announce the return of MALCOLM GETS to the Broadway at Birdland concert series. Gets will be celebrating the release of his new cd, ?The Journey Home? (PS Classics) on Monday, June 1 at 7pm. Composer/pianist/Emmy winner JOHN McDANIEL will serve as Musical Director for the evening, with Tom Hubbard on bass, Rich Mercurio on drums, Peter Sachon on cello and special guest (and Amour co-star) Melissa Errico, who will duet with Gets.

Sharpen your saber, guard the virgins and the family jewels, and prepare for histrionics! He is the Pirate King!

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs celebrated the 23rd Annual MAC Awards on Monday, May 18th at 7:30pm at B.B. King Blues Club (237 West 42nd St, Between Broadway 8th Avenue).

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs celebrated the 23rd Annual MAC Awards on Monday, May 18th at 7:30pm at B.B. King Blues Club (237 West 42nd St, Between Broadway 8th Avenue)

As previously announced, The Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs will celebrate the 23rd Annual MAC Awards on Monday, May 18th at 7:30pm at B.B. King Blues Club (237 West 42nd St, Between Broadway 8th Avenue). This year's performers/presenters include Polly Bergen (Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award), Klea Blackhurst, Tyne Daly, Karen Mason, Marilyn Maye, John McDaniel, Rex Reed, Steve Ross, and Julie Wilson among others.