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WICKED Returns to the Fabulous Fox Theatre

After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in three previous engagements, WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster, will return to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis, December 12, 2012-January 6, 2013.

VENUS IN FUR Begins Rehearsals Today

Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie starts rehearsals today.

MTC's VENUS IN FUR Begins Previews Tomorrow

Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the new play by David Ives, directed by Walter Bobbie begins previews tomorrow, October 13 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street).

WICKED to Host 'Ultimate Encore Performance' for Eighth Anniversary, 10/30

In honor of its 8th Anniversary on Broadway, the blockbuster musical Wicked will host a month-long roster of activities and promotions throughout the month of October, culminating on 'Wicked Day,' Sunday, October 30, with a special, one-time only 'Ultimate Encore Performance.'

WICKED Announces $25 Day-of-Show Ticket Lottery During TPAC Run

A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held for each performance of Wicked, which runs October 19 through November 6, at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center's Andrew Jackson Hall. Prior to each performance, those interested should arrive at TPAC two-and-a-half hours before show time to have their names placed in the lottery drawing.The sign up will take place in TPAC's Polk Theater lobby.

WICKED at Bass Concert Hall On Sale October 22

After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in 2009, WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster, will return to Austin at Texas Performing Arts Bass Concert Hall, playing January 25-February 12, 2012. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Saturday, October 22 at 10 a.m.

Photo Flash: West End's WICKED Celebrates 5th Birthday!

WICKED, the smash hit musical that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, just celebrated its landmark 5th birthday last week at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre. Check out photos from the celebration below!

PPAC 2011/2012 Season Opens With ROCK OF AGES

PPAC's 2011/2012 Broadway Season opens today with ROCK OF AGES. The complete schedule includes PPAC's Contemporary Specials, Family Shows, Music and Dance Specials, and Featured Shows at The VETS.

WICKED Closes at The Benedum Center, 10/2

After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in 2008, WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster, will return to Pittsburgh, with performances at the Benedum Center, from September 7 through October 2.

Gazillion Bubble Show Launches 70-City North American Tour

Five-time Tony Award®-winning producer, Jon B. Platt (Wicked, The Book of Mormon), has announced the first ever North American tour of Gazillion Bubble Show, starring its creator and international sensation Fan Yang.

PPAC Hosts the World Premiere of the New GAZILLION BUBBLE SHOW 9/30

Five-time Tony Award®-winning producer Jon B. Platt (WICKED, BOOK OF MORMON) and the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) announces that the world premiere of the new GAZILLION BUBBLE SHOW, starring international sensation Fan Yang, will debut at PPAC Friday, September 30 through Sunday, October 2, 2011.

TV: Cast and Crew of VENUS IN FUR Meets the Press

Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie stars Tony nominee Nina Arianda reprising her acclaimed breakthrough performance and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy (Journey's End, 'The Big C'). VENUS IN FUR will begin previews on Thursday, October 13 and open Tuesday, November 8 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). The production will play a limited 10 week engagement with tickets on sale through Sunday, December 18 only.

Photo Coverage: VENUS IN FUR Meets the Press

Yesterday we brought you a Freeze Frame preview from the press event, and to day we bring you full coverage of stars Nina Arianda, Hugh Dancy, Walter Bobbie and David Ives at the official meet and greet yesterday, September 26.

Burns/Schwartz Join Cast of WICKED as 'Elphaba', 'Glinda' on Broadway

Beginning today, Jackie Burns and Chandra Lee Schwartz will assume the roles of Elphaba and Glinda, respectively, in the Broadway cast of Wicked. Ms. Burns and Ms. Schwartz come to Broadway directly from Wicked's First National Tour. The Broadway company currently features Richard H. Blake as Fiyero, Kathy Fitzgerald as Madame Morrible, Tom McGowan as The Wizard, Etai BenShlomo as Boq, Cristy Candler as Nessarose, and Tom Flynn as Dr. Dillamond.

Photo Flash: First Look at Jackie Burns & Chandra Lee Schwartz in WICKED!

Beginning performances on Tuesday, September 27, 2011, Jackie Burns and Chandra Lee Schwartz will assume the roles of Elphaba and Glinda, respectively, in the Broadway cast of Wicked. Ms. Burns and Ms. Schwartz come to Broadway directly from Wicked's First National Tour. The Broadway company currently features Richard H. Blake as Fiyero, Kathy Fitzgerald as Madame Morrible, Tom McGowan as The Wizard, Etai BenShlomo as Boq, Cristy Candler as Nessarose, and Tom Flynn as Dr. Dillamond.

Tix Go On Sale For Jacksonville Run of WICKED 1/4-22, 2012

After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in 2009, WICKED, Broadway's biggest blockbuster, will return to Jacksonville at the Times-Union Center's Moran Theater from January 4-22, 2012 for 24 performances.

West End's WICKED Celebrates 5th Birthday!

WICKED, the smash hit musical that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, will celebrate its landmark 5th birthday tomorrow night (Tuesday 27 September 2011) at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre.

FREEZE FRAME: Hugh Dancy & Nina Arianda in VENUS IN FUR

Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of VENUS IN FUR, the acclaimed new play by David Ives, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie stars Tony nominee Nina Arianda reprising her acclaimed breakthrough performance and Emmy Award nominee Hugh Dancy (Journey's End, 'The Big C'). Check out the show's stars meeting the press below!

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