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VIDEO: Alan Cumming Talks Return to Broadway in CABARET on CBS
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 6, 2014

Broadway vet Alan Cummings discussed his return to Broadway to reprise his role of Emcee in 'Cabaret' with the 'CBS This Morning' co-hosts this morning.

Transport Group's I REMEMBER MAMA to Play The Gym at Judson, 3/16-4/20
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2014

Following Transport Group's 2011 production of Queen of the Mist, our 20th Century Project continues into its second decade (1910 - 1920) with an urgent new revival of John Van Druten's beloved classic, I Remember Mama, directed by Jack Cummings III. The production will be performed at The Gym at Judson, March 16-April 20, 2014. Opening night is set for March 30.

Photo Flash: Willkommen! In Rehearsal with Alan Cumming and The Kit Kat Klub Boys & Girls for Roundabout's CABARET Revival
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 25, 2014

Rehearsals are now underway for Roundabout Theatre Company's upcoming revival of CABARET by Joe Masteroff, John Kander and Fred Ebb, starring Tony winner Alan Cumming as Emcee, and three time Academy Award nominee Michelle Williams as Sally Bowles. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you coverage of Cumming rehearsing the show's opening number, 'Willkommen,' with the Cabaret Kit Kat boys and girls!

BWW Reviews: LONDON WALL Depicts 1930s Glass Ceiling
by Michael Dale - Feb 25, 2014

If it's possible to consider a male playwright a leading feminist author, John Van Druten would rank as a likely candidate.

Transport Group's ALMOST, MAINE to Be Taped for New York Public Library, 2/24
by BWW News Desk - Feb 24, 2014

Transport Group, the Drama Desk and OBIE award-winning theatre company, has announced that its acclaimed production of Almost, Maine, written by John Cariani and directed by Jack Cummings III, will be taped for the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive of the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts on February 27. Almost, Maine opened February 4.

LONDON WALL Extends Through 4/13 at Mint Theater
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 24, 2014

Mint Theater's new production, London Wall by John Van Druten, featuring Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow will now continue through April 13th at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street). This is the American premiere of John Van Druten's 'rivetingly entertaining' (The Guardian) romantic drama, which opens tonight, Monday February 24th.

Northwestern University Presents CABARET, Now thru 3/2
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2014

Audiences will have the opportunity to leave mid-winter's sub-freezing temperatures behind when they step into the sizzling atmosphere of 'Cabaret.' The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical is the second winter production in the Theatre and Interpretation Center (TIC) at Northwestern University's 2013-14 Mainstage Season.

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of Transport Group's I REMEMBER MAMA
by Walter McBride - Feb 13, 2014

Following Transport Group's 2011 production of Queen of the Mist, the 20th Century Project continues into its second decade (1910 - 1920) with an urgent new revival of John Van Druten's beloved classic, I Remember Mama. Redefining family, time, and memory, Transport Group's production features a cast of ten veteran actresses who play all twenty-three roles. This bold reinterpretation of Van Druten's simple and honest story reveals how even the smallest and seemingly insignificant experiences of family life can silently accumulate and take our breath away.Previews begin March 16; opening is March 30. BroadwayWorld just met the cast and you can check out full photo coverage below!

FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Cast of Transport Group's I REMEMBER MAMA
by Walter McBride - Feb 12, 2014

Following Transport Group's 2011 production of Queen of the Mist, the 20th Century Project continues into its second decade (1910 - 1920) with an urgent new revival of John Van Druten's beloved classic, I Remember Mama. Redefining family, time, and memory, Transport Group's production features a cast of ten veteran actresses who play all twenty-three roles. This bold reinterpretation of Van Druten's simple and honest story reveals how even the smallest and seemingly insignificant experiences of family life can silently accumulate and take our breath away. Previews begin March 16; opening is March 30. BroadwayWorld just met the cast and you can check out a photo preview below. Check back later for full coverage!

TV: Alan Cumming Talks Return to CABARET on Today's 'LIVE'
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 12, 2014

On today's LIVE WITH KELLY AND MICHAEL, Tony Award winner ALAN CUMMING discussed returning to Broadway in 'Cabaret.'

Clocktower Players Teen Troupe Opens CABARET Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2014

CABARET presented by Clocktower Players Teen Troupe - tonight, February 7, 2014 at 7:30pm & Saturday, February 8, 2014 at 7:30pm - Irvington Town Hall Theater - Irvington, NY.

Northwestern University to Present CABARET, 2/14-3/2
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 7, 2014

Audiences will have the opportunity to leave mid-winter's sub-freezing temperatures behind when they step into the sizzling atmosphere of 'Cabaret.' The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical is the second winter production in the Theatre and Interpretation Center (TIC) at Northwestern University's 2013-14 Mainstage Season.

Clocktower Players Teen Troupe to Present CABARET this Weekend
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 7, 2014

CABARET presented by Clocktower Players Teen Troupe - Friday, February 7, 2014 at 7:30pm & Saturday, February 8, 2014 at 7:30pm - Irvington Town Hall Theater - Irvington, NY.

Mint Theater Reveals EnrichMINT Events for LONDON WALL
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 4, 2014

Mint Theater today announced the EnrichMINT Events for their next production, London Wall by John Van Druten. All events take place immediately after the performance, and usually last under an hour. They are all FREE and open to the public. Speakers and dates subject to change without notice.

Mint Theater's LONDON WALL Begins Performances Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 31, 2014

Mint Theater's next production, London Wall by John Van Druten, featuring Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow will begin performances tomorrow, Saturday February 1st and continue through March 30th. Opening Night is set for Monday February 24th (7pm) at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street). This will be the American premiere of John Van Druten's 'rivetingly entertaining' (The Guardian) romantic drama.

Photo Flash: Marriott Theatre's CABARET, Starring Megan Sikora, Celebrates Opening Night
by BWW News Desk - Jan 23, 2014

The musical theatre treasure CABARET kicked off the Marriott Theatre's 2014 season last night, January 22 and runs through March 16 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. CABARET is Kander and Ebb's legendary musical about English cabaret performer Sally Bowles, American writer Clifford Bradshaw, and the decadence of 1929 Berlin. The production is directed by David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery and Musical Direction by Ryan T. Nelson. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening night festivities below!

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from Marriott Theatre's CABARET with Megan Sikora, Opening Tonight!
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 23, 2014

The musical theatre treasure CABARET kicks off the Marriott Theatre's 2014 season, opening tonight, January 22 and running through March 16 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. CABARET is Kander and Ebb's legendary musical about English cabaret performer Sally Bowles, American writer Clifford Bradshaw, and the decadence of 1929 Berlin. The production is directed by David H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery and Musical Direction by Ryan T. Nelson. Check out highlights from the production below!

Photo Flash: Megan Sikora and More in Marriott Theatre's CABARET, Opening Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2014

The musical theatre treasure CABARET kicks off the Marriott Theatre's 2014 season, opening tonight, January 22 and running through March 16 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. CABARET is Kander and Ebb's legendary musical about English cabaret performer Sally Bowles, American writer Clifford Bradshaw, and the decadence of 1929 Berlin. The production will be directed byDavid H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery and Musical Direction by Ryan T. Nelson. BroadwayWorld has a look at Megan Sikora and the rest of the cast in action!

Photo Flash: First Look at Megan Sikora and More in Marriott Theatre's CABARET
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2014

The musical theatre treasure CABARET kicks off the Marriott Theatre's 2014 season, opening January 22 and running through March 16 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. CABARET is Kander and Ebb's legendary musical about English cabaret performer Sally Bowles, American writer Clifford Bradshaw, and the decadence of 1929 Berlin. The production will be directed byDavid H. Bell with choreography by Matt Raftery and Musical Direction by Ryan T. Nelson. BroadwayWorld has a first look at Megan Sikora and the rest of the cast in action!

Megan Sikora Leads CABARET at Marriott Theatre in Chicago, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2014

The musical theatre treasure CABARET kicks off the Marriott Theatre's 2014 season with previews tonight, January 15, opening January 22 and running through March 16 at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire.

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