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The new musical, Cry-Baby, based upon the Universal Pictures film written and directed by John Waters, will premiere at Broadway's Marquis Theatre (1535 Broadway) beginning previews Saturday, March 15 at 8PM and opening Thursday, April 24 at 6:30PM.
New Line Cinema is re-releasing its hit musical comedy Hairspray for a special one-week return engagement on January 4-10 exclusively at the Laemmle's Sunset-5 Theater in Los Angeles and at the Landmark's Sunshine Cinema Theater in New York.
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Michael Ball has extended his run in the hugely popular role of 'Edna Turnblad' in the smash hit award-winning musical Hairspray by six months. He will now be starring in the role until Saturday 25 October 2008.
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New BEST BET! More Holiday Show Information! New shows at Single Carrot and CENTERSTAGE! MUCH MORE!
WHO: Mobtown Players WHAT: Mrs. Bob Cratchit's Wild Christmas Binge by Christopher Durang WHEN: Through December 22; Fri and Sat at 8PM, Select Sundays at 4PM HOW MUCH: $12 Adults, $10 Students/Seniors INFORMATION: 410-467-3057 or www.mobtownplayers.com
Bidding begins at noon tomorrow, December 1 on eBay for BID 2 BEAT AIDS, an annual auction of rare and autographed items from stars in music, film, Broadway, sports, politics, and television.
NEW THIS WEEK! Several local theatres to present holiday fare for families and adults! PLUS: Free Theatre for BWW Readers!
La Jolla Playhouse's Broadway-bound world premiere musical adaptation of the Universal Pictures John Waters cult classic film Cry-Baby began performances November 6; Opening Night scheduled for November 18, with performances through December 16. Mark Brokaw directs.
Previews begin November 6, for La Jolla Playhouse's Broadway-bound world premiere musical adaptation of the Universal Pictures John Waters cult classic film Cry-Baby; Opening Night scheduled for November 18.
WHO: Single Carrot Theatre Company WHAT: Paula Vogel's The Baltimore Waltz WHEN: Through November 4. Weds - Sat at 8PM, Sat and Sun at 2:30PM WHERE: Sydonne's Event Hall at 713 N. Howard Street HOW MUCH: ABSOLUTELY FREE!!! RESERVATIONS/INFORMATION: 443-844-9253 or www.singlecarrot.com
WHO: The National Touring Company (Non-Equity) WHAT: Hairspray WHEN: Through 10/21. Wed - Sat at 8PM, SAT at 2PM, Sun at 1PM and 6:30PM HOW MUCH: $24.00 - $69.00, plus a $2.00 per ticket restoration fee TICKETS/INFORMATION: www.broadwayacrossamerica.com
Louisiana.Blogspot reports Nikki Blonsky, who starred as Tracy Turnblad in the summer musical movie hit Hairspray, is rumored to star in the new Lifetime TV movie project Queen Sized.
The producers of Hairspray, winner of eight 2003 Tony Awards including Best Musical, have announced that George Wendt takes over the role of Edna Turnblad on Tuesday, October 23, at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre (250 West 52 Street). Wendt plays Edna through Sunday, January 20, 2008.
La Jolla Playhouse brings the Broadway-bound world premiere musical adaptation of the Universal Pictures John Waters cult classic film Cry-Baby to the stage; beginning previews November 6 with an Opening Night scheduled for November 18, performances through December 16.
According to Variety, The Hollywood Film Festival will award John Travolta for its Supporting Actor of the Year award for his performance as Edna Turnblad in New Line Cinema's Hairspray. The awards ceremony will be held October 22 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.
According to ShowBizData, Hairspray is the third most successful movie musical in 30 years. The film rose just over $113 million in domestic sales yesterday, surpassing the 1975 cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
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