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John Cameron Mitchell, Mary Gauthier, Cristin Milioti and More Set for Joe's Pub, Now thru 6/11-22
by BWW News Desk - Jun 10, 2014

Joe's Pub at the Public has announced its upcoming performances, June 11 through the 22nd. Scroll down for the lineup!

SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER Kicks Off Bryant Park Summer Film Festival; Full Line-Up Announced
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 9, 2014

The lineup has been announced for the HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival has announced the full line up, kicking off on June 16th with the John Travolta classic, 'Saturday Night Fever.'

2014 Tony Awards - Carrie Dunn's Live BRITSNARK Blog
by Robert Diamond - Jun 8, 2014

Welcome to Carrie Dunn's 2014 Tony Awards Live Blog! Follow along for her trademarked BRITSNARK, all about Broadway's biggest night.

BWW Countdown: You Get to Rank Your Favorite Idina Menzel Roles
by Matt Tamanini - May 29, 2014

It's quite possible that no Tony nominee has ever had a year like Idina Menzel has. With the world-wide juggernaut of FROZEN racking up well over a billion dollars at the box office, 'Let it Go' being certified Triple Platinum, and earning her third Tony nomination for IF/THEN, Idina could concievably take the title of Queen of All Media. Whether or not she wins her second Tony is up to the voters, but now, BroadwayWorld wants to know which of Idina's roles is your favorite. Take a look at the list, follow @BroadwayWorld on Twitter, and tweet the hashtag #BWWCountdownIdina and your answer. We will unveil your picks on Friday, June 6th, right before the Tonys.

Photo Coverage: Clouds of Sils Maria Premieres at Cannes with Kristen Stewart & More
by Robert Diamond - May 24, 2014

Clouds of Sils Maria is a drama film written and directed by Olivier Assayas, and starring Juliette Binoche, Kristen Stewart, and Chloe Grace Moretz. The film is a German-French-Swiss co-production. It has been selected to compete for the Palme d'Or in the main competition section at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival on May 23, 2014. Check out red carpet photos below!

Photo Coverage: PULP FICTION Cast Reunites at Cannes
by Robert Diamond - May 24, 2014

20 years have already passed since Pulp Fiction garnered the Palme d'or. To mark the occasion, the Cinema de la plage hosted an anniversary evening in the presence of Quentin Tarantino, John Travolta and Uma Thurman. Accompanied by the producers Lawrence Bender and Harvey Weinstein, they once more climb the steps at Cannes before the anniversary screening.

John Travolta Introduces Andrea Bocelli ... and Gets Name Right!
by Caryn Robbins - May 23, 2014

Travolta was tasked with introducing famed Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli at the amfAR Cinema Against AIDS party held in France last night.

STAGE TUBE: Idina Menzel Opens Up About IF/THEN, the Oscars & More on THE TALK
by Tyler Peterson - May 16, 2014

Tony winner Idina Menzel CBS' The Talk this morning, and opened up about Broadway's If/Then, hearing John Travolta introduce her as Adele Dazeem at the Oscars, and more. Check out her appearance below!

Bristol Riverside Theater to Host SING-ALONG GREASE, 7/5-6
by Tyler Peterson - May 14, 2014

Ever wanted to know what it's like to be a T-bird or a Pink Lady but never felt cool enough to pull it off? Bristol Riverside Theater presents Sing-Along Grease, the sing along screening of the classic film starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John on Saturday, July 5 at 8:00PM and Sunday, July 6 at 3:00PM. This is your chance to don those pink jackets, grease your hair and let all inhibitions go for an evening when Grease is the Word.

Dan Stevens Joins John Travolta in CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES
by Caryn Robbins - May 8, 2014

Dan Stevens has signed on to star with John Travolta in Jackie Earle Haley's CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES.

Tony Winners Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman Sign with CAA
by Caryn Robbins - May 5, 2014

Tony Award winning composers Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray, Catch Me If You Can) have signed with CAA.

VIDEO: Idina Menzel, Julie Andrews Talk Frozen on B'way, SOM, Adele Dazeem & More
by Caryn Robbins - May 2, 2014

Broadway legends Julie Andrews and Idina Menzel appeared together in the Bravo Clubhouse on last night's WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE. Below, check out clips from the show

Cedric The Entertainer to Exit WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 30, 2014

After a single season as host, Cedric The Entertainer has confirmed that he'll be exiting Disney-ABC's long-running game show WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE.

Hilty, Bundy, Borle, Chase, LuPone, McPhee and More Set for New York Pops' Celebration of Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 28, 2014

On Monday, April 28, 2014, The New York Pops marks its 31st birthday with a grand gala evening celebrating the work of composer, lyricist, and arranger Marc Shaiman and director, lyricist, and writer Scott Wittman

Sha Na Na Plays Ridgefield Playhouse Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2014

Sliders and milk shakes, a classic car show, 'Greaser' and 'Pink Lady' costume contests and the incomparable Sha Na Na in their doo-wop and rock 'n' roll concert will mark the 35th Anniversary of the ever popular movie Grease, at The Ridgefield Playhouse tonight, April 25, at 8 p.m.

Frog & Peach Theatre Presents KING JOHN, Now thru 5/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 24, 2014

'If you like action-packed thrillers,' writes Lynnea Benson, Artistic Director of Frog and Peach Theatre, 'you are going to love King John.' She calls the seldom-produced history play 'Game of Thrones, Shakespeare style,' being filled with wars over crowns, gold and power; craven courtiers, bickering in-laws, a greedy, power-mad Cardinal; illegitimate relatives and two very ambitious Queen Mothers. She will direct the classic today, April 24 to May 18, 2014 featuring a cast of Frog and Peach stalwarts including Karen Lynn Gorney ('Saturday Night Fever,' 'All My Children') as the ruthlessly clever Queen Elinor.

Exeter Northcott Theatre Hosts SING-A-LONG-A GREASE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2014

Grease is the word at the Exeter Northcott Theatre in April.

Idina Menzel Shares New Behind The Scenes Video Of IF/THEN Cast On TODAY
by Pat Cerasaro - Apr 11, 2014

Broadway superstar and internationally recognized vocal talent Idina Menzel appeared on long-running NBC morning show TODAY last week to perform two songs from her brand new Broadway musical IF/THEN as well as address the multiple pop culture moments she has experienced in the last few months - many FROZEN-related - as part of an interview, as well, and a new behind the scenes video is now available to view.

Sha Na Na to Play Ridgefield Playhouse, 4/25
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 10, 2014

Sliders and milk shakes, a classic car show, 'Greaser' and 'Pink Lady' costume contests and the incomparable Sha Na Na in their doo-wop and rock 'n' roll concert will mark the 35th Anniversary of the ever popular movie Grease, at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday, April 25, at 8 p.m. In the John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John epic, Sha Na Na performed as 'Johnny Casino and the Gamblers', and they are well known for their hits 'Blue Moon', 'We Go Together', 'You're the One That I Want', 'Whole Lotta' Shakin' Goin' On' and many more. In an interactive evening where the audience sings and dances along and participates in a 'Greaser Olympics', this is a great show for the entire family to enjoy together. The fun starts at 7 p.m. in the parking lot with the cars and a costume contest! The 'best dressed' will get their picture taken with Sha Na Na. Bistro 7 (Ethan Allen Highway, Wilton) will pour a free glass of house wine with dinner the night of this event when tickets are presented. An AllShows.com VIP Party Pass ($25 addt'l per person), which includes a pre-show cocktail party 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. with open bar, hors-d'oeuvre and priority parking, is available for this show by calling the box office (203-438-5795). This event is partially underwritten by Ace Tire & Auto Center and is part of the Xfinity Rock Series.

Austin Butler, Orson Bean & More to Star in DEATH OF THE AUTHOR at Geffen Playhouse this Summer
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 9, 2014

Orson Bean (Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, Being John Malkovich, Desperate Housewives), Austin Butler (The Carrie Diaries, Aliens in the Attic, Ruby and the Rockits), David Clayton Rogers (Nashville, Mixology, Jane by Design), and Lyndon Smith (Parenthood upcoming The Forger with John Travolta) have been announced as the cast of Death of the Author, a world premiere by Pulitzer Prize nominated playwright, Steven Drukman, directed by Bart DeLorenzo, to be performed at the Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater at the Geffen Playhouse beginning May 28. DeLorenzo returns to the Geffen Playhouse after directing Coney Island Christmas, by Donald Margulies, in 2012. Previews begin May 20; opening night is May 28.

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