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Photo Coverage: Meet the Star-Studded Cast of The Kennedy Center's FOOTLOOSE
by Monroe George - Sep 27, 2019


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will soon present the Broadway Center Stage production of Footloose. The cast is led by J. Quinton Johnson (Choir Boy, Hamilton, Broadway Center Stage: In the Heights) as Ren McCormack, Judy Kuhn (Fun Home, Les Misérables) as Ethel McCormack, Isabelle McCalla (The Prom, Aladdin) as Ariel Moore, Michael Park (Dear Evan Hansen) as Reverend Shaw Moore, and three-time Tony Award nominee Rebecca Luker as Vi Moore (Mary Poppins, the Kennedy Center's Little Dancer). They are joined by Joshua Logan Alexander as Chuck, Peter McPoland as Willard Hewitt, Tony Award nominee Michael Mulheren (Kiss Me, Kate; Bright Star) as Coach Dunbar, Lena Owens as Wendy Jo, Nicole Vanessa Ortiz (Spamilton) as Rusty, and Rema Webb (The Color Purple, Violet) as Lulu Warnicker/Eleanor Dunbar/Betty Blast, Grace Slear and Urleen, with Brandon Burks, Claire Crause, Michele Lee, Jess LeProtto, Gregory Liles, Nick Martinez, Maximilian Sangerman, Jonathan Savage, Bethany Tesarck, Tiernan Tunnicliffe, and Jamar Williams.

Judy Kuhn Joins the Cast of the Kennedy Center's FOOTLOOSE
by Julie Musbach - Sep 18, 2019


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announces additional casting for the Broadway Center Stage production of Footloose.

Review Roundup: FOOTLOOSE at The Muny; What Did The Critics Have To Say?
by Alan Henry - Jul 22, 2019


Kick off your Sunday shoes with this 80s favorite! Based on the 1984 Academy Award-nominated blockbuster hit, Footloose shows how a little teenage rebellion and a love of music can open hearts and transform a town. Featuring chart-topping hits, including 'Let's Hear It for the Boy,' 'Holding Out for a Hero' and the Grammy-nominated title track 'Footloose,' this four-time Tony Award-nominated dancing-sensation will have the entire family burning and yearning to cut loose!

VIDEO: FOOTLOOSE's Mason Reeves Takes Over Instagram!
by Linnae Medeiros - Jul 22, 2019


We cut loose this past weekend as Mason Reeves took over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story for a behind-the-scenes look at The Muny's production of Footloose! So in case you missed it (or just want to relive all of the fun and excitement), we compiled clips for you to enjoy. Check it all out!

Photos: Cut Loose with FOOTLOOSE at The Muny
by Julie Musbach - Jul 19, 2019


Kick off your Sunday shoes with this 80s favorite! Based on the 1984 Academy Award-nominated blockbuster hit, Footloose shows how a little teenage rebellion and a love of music can open hearts and transform a town. Featuring chart-topping hits, including a?oeLet's Hear It for the Boy,a?? a?oeHolding Out for a Heroa?? and the Grammy-nominated title track a?oeFootloose,a?? this four-time Tony Award-nominated dancing-sensation will have the entire family burning and yearning to cut loose!

VIDEO: Get A First Look At FOOTLOOSE At The Muny
by Alan Henry - Jul 19, 2019


BroadwayWorld has a first look at The Muny's production of Footloose! Check out the video!

FOOTLOOSE's Mason Reeves Takes Over Instagram Saturday!
by Linnae Medeiros - Jul 19, 2019


It's time to cut loose because Mason Reeves is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story on Saturday July 20th at The Muny's production of Footloose! Be sure to tune in and kick off your Sunday shoes to get a behind-the-scenes look at this 80s favorite! Let's hear it for the boy and for this takeover!

Photo Flash: OKLAHOMA at Broadway Music Circus
by Rebecca Russo - Jun 25, 2019


The 2019 Broadway At Music Circus season continues with a brand new production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's first collaboration, the groundbreaking masterpiece Oklahoma!  The Pulitzer Prize winning musical, which The New York Times said "changed the course of the Broadway musical," runs Tuesday, June 25 through Sunday, June 30 at the Wells Fargo Pavilion.

New Broadway At Music Circus Production Of Rodgers And Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! Opens June 25
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2019


The 2019 Broadway At Music Circus season continues with a brand new production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's first collaboration, the groundbreaking masterpiece Oklahoma! The Pulitzer Prize winning musical, which The New York Times said "changed the course of the Broadway musical," runs Tuesday, June 25 through Sunday, June 30 at the Wells Fargo Pavilion.

Photo Flash: Get A First Look At SHREK at Sacramento Music Circus
by Alan Henry - Jun 12, 2019


The 2019 season gets underway with the Broadway At Music Circus premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy Shrek the Musical. Sure to delight the entire family, the musical comedy, which Variety calls 'a gently subversive fairytale with a contemporary edge, conjuring genuine enchantment and brimming with heart and irreverent charm,' runs Tuesday, June 11 through Sunday, June 16 at the Wells Fargo Pavilion. Check out photos of the cast in action!

BWW Interview: Jennifer Leigh Warren Talks About Her Success, Famous Puppets, and What Makes Broadway At Music Circus So Special
by Courtney Symes - Jun 9, 2019


Summer can officially begin in Sacramento! Broadway at Music Circus kicks off its new season on June 11 with Shrek the Musical. Shrek brings something for the entire family to enjoy and is the perfect accompaniment to PRIDE month with its message of inclusion. As one of the Fairytale Creatures says, 'It's time to stop the hiding. It's time to stand up tall.' Jennifer Leigh Warren, who plays Dragon, wholeheartedly agrees. She was last seen in multiple roles on television in 'Rent Live!' in January. She spoke to Broadway World Sacramento about the importance of the show, her role as a lonely puppet, and her impressive career.

Broadway At Music Circus Season Kicks Off June 11 With SHREK THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2019


The 2019 season gets underway with the Broadway At Music Circus premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical comedy Shrek the Musical. Sure to delight the entire family, the musical comedy, which Variety calls "a gently subversive fairytale with a contemporary edge, conjuring genuine enchantment and brimming with heart and irreverent charm," runs Tuesday, June 11 through Sunday, June 16 at the Wells Fargo Pavilion.

Lesli Margherita, Bruce Vilanch, Philip Boykin And More Announced For Broadway At Music Circus Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2019


Casting has been confirmed for the 69th Broadway At Music Circus season, which begins June 11 at the Wells Fargo Pavilion. The season includes four Broadway At Music Circus premieres, Shrek the Musical, The Drowsy Chaperone, The Wiz, and In the Heights.

Heather Ayers, Florrie Bagel, and More Complete Cast of Muny's FOOTLOOSE
by Julie Musbach - May 24, 2019


Muny announced today its complete cast, design and production team for Footloose, the fifth show of its second century, July 18 - 24.

Photo Flash: Broadway at Birdland Presents Tom Wopat and Linda Purl
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2018


The Broadway at Birdland concert series presented Broadway/television stars Tom Wopat and Linda Purl, who celebrated the holidays together in "Home For The Holidays."

The Tribe Theatre Company Presents Ike Holter's HIT THE WALL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2018


The Tribe Theatre Company will present Ike Holter's HIT THE WALL directed by Nick Browne at The Stonewall Inn (53 Christopher St, New York, NY 10014) November 5 - 27, 2018.

BILLBOARD BY THE YEAR: 1988 Debuts On October 5th At 54 Below
by Julie Musbach - Oct 1, 2018


Robert W. Schneider, one of Feinstein's/54 Below original programming producers, will be launching the new BILLBOARD BY THE YEAR series at Feinstein's/54 Below on Friday, October 5th, at 9:30 pm.

Will Roland, Julia Murney, & More Join BILLBOARD BY THE YEAR At 54 Below
by Julie Musbach - Sep 14, 2018


Will Roland (Be More Chill, Dear Evan Hansen), Julia Murney (Wicked, The Wild Party), and Claybourne Elder (Passion) are scheduled to appear in the new BILLBOARD BY THE YEAR series at Feinstein's/54 Below on Friday, October 5th, at 9:30pm, produced and directed by Robert W. Schneider.

Kind, Gravitte, and More Join GOLDEN RAINBOW At Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Sep 11, 2018


To commemorate its 50th anniversary, the 1968 cult musical Golden Rainbow will return for one night only at Feinstein's/54 Below today, September 11th, 2018, at 7:00pm and 9:30pm.

Linda Eder, Lindsay Mendez and More Take the Stage at 54 Below This Week
by Julie Musbach - Sep 10, 2018


This week, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond

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