Johnny Carson News

Legendary comedian Joan Rivers returns to Times Square for 6 more performances, Wednesdays, September 16, 23, 30 and October 7, 21, 28.

In recognition of November as National Disco Awareness Month, two guys in Sherman Oaks, California, have written an hilarious send-up of the Disco 70's - - POLYESTER The Musical, which has its World Premiere on Friday, November 6, 8:00 pm, at the Actors Forum Theatre in NoHo. The musical plays Fridays and Saturdays, 8:00 pm, and Sundays at 3:00 pm, November 6 through December 20, 2009.

The one change Tony Butala, original founding member of The Lettermen, would have made in the 45-plus year career of one of the most popular vocal groups in history is a surprising one. 'We chose the wrong name!' he exclaims.

BroadwayWorld.com presents its newest column, Twitter Watch, which will bring you only the best and most interesting reports straight from the mouths of Broadway stars, shows and more on the hot social networking service - Twitter!

From October 6th - October 16th, MAC Award winner Marilyn Maye will perform her new show 'More Mercer,' a celebration of songwriter Johnny Mercer, at the Metropolitan Room. She will be accompanied by pianist Tedd Firth, drummer Jim Elkof, and bassist Tom Hubbard.

Nebraska native Mark Coniglio and choreographer Dawn Stoppiello, founders of dance company Troika Ranch, collaborate in a stunning, media-enhanced work that will debut at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Johnny Carson Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 15 and 16 as part of the 20th anniversary season of the Lied Center for Performing Arts.

Nebraska native Mark Coniglio and choreographer Dawn Stoppiello, founders of dance company Troika Ranch, collaborate in a stunning, media-enhanced work that will debut at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Johnny Carson Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 15 and 16 as part of the 20th anniversary season of the Lied Center for Performing Arts.

Comedian Brian Regan will play Memphis's Orpheum Theatre on January 15, 2010 at 8:00PM.

Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features a look ahead to the coming week, with upcoming performances by Barry Lloyd, Marilyn Maye, and more!

Comedy twosome the Smothers Brothers, who have been entertaining Las Vegas audiences for more than 45 years, bring their seamless blend of comedic and musical talents to The Orleans Showroom, November 5, 6, 7and 8.

Tony Sandler's Holiday Greetings, a variety show showcasing the dulcet voice of platinum-selling artist Tony Sandler with the 30-member, critically acclaimed Land of Lakes Choirboys of St. Francis, MN, and a seven member musical ensemble, plays Hennepin Theatre Trust's Pantages Theatre at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009.

'Marilyn Maye presents More Mercer' opens at the Metropolitan Room, 34 West 22nd Street, on Tuesday October 6 at 7pm. The exclusive 11-show engagement (Maye's ninth since her Metropolitan Room debut in late 2006) runs through October 17.

From October 6th - October 16th, MAC Award winner Marilyn Maye will perform her new show 'More Mercer,' a celebration of songwriter Johnny Mercer, at the Metropolitan Room. She will be accompanied by pianist Tedd Firth, drummer Jim Elkof, and bassist Tom Hubbard.

Madonna visited the CBS 'Late Show with David Letterman' yesterday, September 30th, and you can watch the segment right here on STAGE TUBE!

Nebraska native Mark Coniglio and choreographer Dawn Stoppiello, founders of dance company Troika Ranch, collaborate in a stunning, media-enhanced work that will debut at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Johnny Carson Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 15 and 16 as part of the 20th anniversary season of the Lied Center for Performing Arts.

CNN executives have confirmed that the Divine Miss M. herself, Bette Midler, will join Joy Behar in the launch of Behar's new talkshow, HLN's 'The Joy Behar Show,' premiering tomorrow, September 29 at 9pm EST. Midler no doubt signifies cache for talk show hosts: she was Johnny Carson's last guest on The Tonight Show.

On November 2nd, The Academy of Magical Arts is planning a week long celebration of Magic for the 100th anniversary of the structure known today as The Magic Castle, culminating in a show at the Kodak Theatre called IT's MAGIC! on Nov 8th (Attached).

Stage and Screen favorite Kristin Chenoweth won the 2009 Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series. She starred in the ABC series 'Pushing Daisies,' where she was nominated for the Emmy Award and won for her comic and inspired work. She visited The Late Show with David Letterman on September 24, 2009 and you can watch the segment right here on STAGE TUBE!

From October 6th - October 16th, MAC Award winner Marilyn Maye will perform her new show 'More Mercer,' a celebration of songwriter Johnny Mercer, at the Metropolitan Room. She will be accompanied by pianist Tedd Firth, drummer Jim Elkof, and bassist Tom Hubbard.

Marilyn Maye returns to San Francisco in a rare West Coast appearance of the 'Supreme Goddess of Music' at the Rrazz Room.