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Photo Flash: Cast of THE WIZARD OF OZ Celebrates Opening Night at The Muny!
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 14, 2016

The Muny is currently presenting its season opener, The Wizard of Oz, now through June 22. The Wizard of Oz is directed by John Tartaglia, choreographed by Ralph Perkins, and music directed by Valerie Gebert. Go inside opening night with the cast below!

Photo Flash: THE WIZARD OF OZ Lands at The Muny; First Look at Danielle Bowen, Kevin Cahoon & More Onstage!
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 14, 2016

The Muny presents The Wizard of Oz now through June 22. The Wizard of Oz is directed by John Tartaglia, choreographed by Ralph Perkins, and music directed by Valerie Gebert. Check out a first look at the cast onstage below!

KINKY BOOTS to Make D.C. Premiere at Kennedy Center Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2016

The Kennedy Center presents KINKY BOOTS, the smash-hit musical that brings together four-time Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Book) and Grammy Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper (Tony Award winner for Best Score for KINKY BOOTS). The production makes its Washington, D.C. premiere at the Kennedy Center for four weeks from June 14 through July 10, 2016, in the Kennedy Center Opera House.

Full Cast Announced for The Muny's AIDA, with Michelle Williams & Zak Resnick!
by Marissa Sblendorio - Jun 6, 2016

The Muny announced today the complete cast for its production of Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida directed by Matt Lenz, choreographed by Jon Rua and music directed by Andrew Graham.

Full Cast Announced for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at The Muny!
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 2, 2016

The Muny announced today the complete cast for its production of Fiddler on the Roof directed by Gary Griffin, choreographed by Alex Sanchez and music directed by Brad Haak.

Justin Guarini Joins MAMMA MIA! at The Muny; Full Cast Announced!
by Tyler Peterson - May 31, 2016

The Muny announced today the complete cast for its production of Mamma Mia! directed by Dan Knechtges, choreographed by Jessica Hartman and music directed by Michael Horsley.

KINKY BOOTS National Tour Returning to Chicago This Summer
by Tyler Peterson - May 31, 2016

Broadway In Chicago has announced that back by popular demand, Kinky Boots, the smash-hit musical that brings together four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein (Book) and Grammy Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper (Tony Award-winner for Best Score for Kinky Boots), returns to Chicago at the Oriental Theatre (24 W. Randolph) for one week only August 30 - September 4, 2016.

Full Cast Announced for The Muny's YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, Starring Robert Petkoff, Jen Cody & More
by Tyler Peterson - May 25, 2016

The Muny announced today the complete cast for its production of Young Frankenstein directed by Marcia Milgrom Dodge, choreographed by Josh Rhodes and music directed by Charlie Alterman.

Rich Pisarkiewicz and Patrick Blindauer Join The Muny's 42ND STREET; Full Cast Announced!
by Nicole Rosky - May 19, 2016

The Muny announced today the complete cast for its production of 42nd Streetdirected and choreographed by Denis Jones and music directed by Ben Whiteley.

Muny Announces Full Cast For John Tartaglia-Directed THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Michael Dale - May 17, 2016

Dorothy's visit to The Land of Oz will kick off the summer season on June 13th.

KINKY BOOTS Adds One Final Performance at Royal Alexandra Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - May 6, 2016

Although the Royal Alexandra Theatre will close for six months for a major renovation as soon as the show closes, the producers of KINKY BOOTS have managed to squeeze in one more final performance of the immensely popular musical.  The extra show, added to keep up with demand, will be performed on Sunday, May 15 at 7PM. 

KINKY BOOTS to Make D.C. Premiere at Kennedy Center This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2016

The Kennedy Center presents KINKY BOOTS, the smash-hit musical that brings together four-time Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Book) and Grammy Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper (Tony Award winner for Best Score for KINKY BOOTS). The production makes its Washington, D.C. premiere at the Kennedy Center for four weeks from June 14 through July 10, 2016, in the Kennedy Center Opera House.

Cirque du Soleil's PARAMOUR Begins Previews Tonight on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2016

Cirque du Soleil Theatrical's first musical, PARAMOUR, begins previews tonight, April 16, marking the Broadway debuts of 32 cast members and 18 creative team members.

Cirque du Soleil's PARAMOUR Digital Lottery Launches This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Apr 14, 2016

Cirque du Soleil Theatrical has just announced its digital lottery policy for Cirque du Soleil - PARAMOUR, the organization's first musical.

BWW Review: Those Fetching KINKY BOOTS Return to the Pantages for Two Weeks
by Don Grigware - Apr 14, 2016

Following in the footsteps of La Cage Aux Folles, Billy Elliott and Priscilla Queen of the Desert, all foreign films turned into Broadway musicals, Kinky Boots, the 2013 Tony Award-winning Best Musical, brings its spirited message of 'Just Be Who You Wanna Be' in a return to the Pantages for two weeks through April 24. Replete with splashy direction and choreography by Jerry Mitchell and a splendid cast, it's top.of.the.line entertainment fare.

Cast Announced for KINKY BOOTS Engagement at 5th Avenue Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 6, 2016

Kinky Boots, the smash-hit musical that brings together four-time Tony Award -winner Harvey Fierstein (Book) and Grammy Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper (Tony Award -winner for Best Score for Kinky Boots), is back by popular demand!

Tickets to KINKY BOOTS at Marcus Center on Sale Friday
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 4, 2016

Kinky Boots, the smash-hit musical that brings together four-time Tony® Award-winnerHarvey Fierstein (Book) and Grammy® Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper (Tony Award-winner for Best Score for Kinky Boots), opens at the Marcus Center on May 31-June 5 as part of the Associated Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center series. Tickets go on sale on Friday, April 8 at 12:00 pm at the Marcus Center Box Office and can be purchased in person at 929 North Water Street, Downtown Milwaukee, by phone at 414-273-7206 or online at MarcusCenter.org or Ticketmaster.com. Group 10 or more should call Group Sales at 414-273-7121 x210 or x213.

Everybody Say Yeah! KINKY BOOTS Becomes Longest-Running Show at Hirschfeld Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 4, 2016

Producers Daryl Roth and Hal Luftig have announced that the hit musical Kinky Boots celebrates its three-year anniversary on Broadway today, April 4, and is now that the longest running show to ever play the Al Hirschfeld Theatre (302 West 45th Street), a record previously held by the original production of The Man of La Mancha.

KINKY BOOTS to Strut into Fabulous Fox Theatre This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Mar 29, 2016

KINKY BOOTS, the smash-hit musical that brings together four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein (Book) and Grammy Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper (Tony Award-winner for Best Score for KINKY BOOTS), opens at the Fox Theatre March 29 - April 3, 2015 as part of the 2015/2016 Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta series. Tickets go on sale January 10.

Tickets on Sale 1/22 for JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at the Orpheum
by BWW News Desk - Mar 29, 2016

Hennepin Theatre Trust announced today that tickets for the national tour of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, directed and choreographed by Tony Award-winner Andy Blankenbuehler will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 22, 2016.

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