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RIALTO CHATTER: New CARRIE Reading Scheduled for February

CARRIE is back, according to an Equity casting notice that was just released a few moments ago. A 29-Hour reading is scheduled for February. Exact dates will be determined based on actor's schedules once cast. The notice specifically calls for submission for the roles of Carrie and Sue Snell. Auditions will take place in mid-December.

RIALTO CHATTER: SPIDEY Pushes Opening Back to January

As BroadwayWorld reported last night, according to the NY Times, the Broadway run of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark was rumored to be postponed once again; this time, because of safety issues. inspectors from The New York Department of Labor visited the Foxwoods Theatre to take a look at the flying devices and methods being used. Because they saw only some of the dozens of aerial stunts in the show, delays in the opening are likely. If the Department of Labor approves of the rest of the stunts in the next 10 days, then performances will begin on November 14.

RIALTO CHATTER: Safety Issues to Postpone SPIDER-MAN Again?

According to the NY Times, the Broadway run of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark might be postponed once again; this time, because of safety issues. As reported previously, inspectors from The New York Department of Labor payed a visit to the Foxwoods Theatre to take a look at the flying devices and methods being used. Because they saw only some of the dozens of aerial stunts in the show, delays in the opening are likely. If the Department of Labor approves of the rest of the stunts in the next 10 days, then performances will begin on November 4.

NY Labor Department Inspectors to Visit SPIDEY Rehearsal

The New York Times reports this afternoon that a second SPIDER-MAN performer has come forward to report an injury as a result of the show's complicated stunts. This second performer - who is remaining anonymous - claims to have broken both feet during the same catapult stunt from which Kevin Aubin broke both wrists, as BroadwayWorld reported earlier today.

AUDIO: WNYC Celebrates Doris Day

A new, one-hour interview with legendary singer and actress Doris Day is slated to air on Sirius Satellite Radio and WNYC on Sunday October 31 at 1:30 p.m. ET. Click below to listen to the interview.

2nd SPIDEY Actor Speaks Out on Stunt Injury

The New York Times reports this afternoon that a second SPIDER-MAN performer has come forward to report an injury as a result of the show's complicated stunts. This second performer - who is remaining anonymous - claims to have broken both feet during the same catapult stunt from which Kevin Aubin broke both wrists, as BroadwayWorld reported earlier today.

Update: SPIDER-MAN's Aubin Wrists Broken But Back in Show Next Week

Michael Riedel reported in this morning's New York Post that SPIDER-MAN's Kevin Aubin, one of several performs said to be appearing in a SPIDER-MAN outfit had broken both of his wrists during a small presentation for ticket brokers and group sales agents last week.

STAGE TUBE: SPIDEY Gets Stan Lee's Seal of Approval

Spider-Man co-creator Stan Lee recently stopped by the Foxwoods Theatre to take in a rehearsal of SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK and chat with the company. Click below to hear just why Lee was so impressed with the production, and why he can't wait to see the show - yes - 100 times.

Inside SPIDER-MAN Rehearsal - Details Revealed!

Recently, the Associated Press was invited inside the Foxwoods Theatre to observe SPIDER-MAN in rehearsal. As reported on ABC News today, reporter Mark Kennedy reveals that the production will feature '41 cast members, 18 orchestra members and about 18 new songs by U2's Bono and the Edge.' The spared-no-expense 60M production also features a circular conveyor belt and high-intensity arial choreography by Cirque du Soliel.

Confirmed! CARRIE's Coming Back...

The New York Times now has further details, including word that the Stafford Arima directed production is aiming for Off Broadway, produced by MCC and to play the Lucille Lortel Theater. Seller and McCollum are no longer involved with the production which has said to be further revamped, including the removal of the ACT II opener - Out for Blood. Click here for the full scoop!

STAGE TUBE: U2 Previews SPIDER-MAN's 'Boy Falls From the Sky' on Tour!

On September 10, Spider-Man Reeve Carney introduced the first song from the upcoming Broadway show, 'Boy Falls From the Sky' on Good Morning America. Carney performed the song, composed by Bono and The Edge at the Hudson Theatre in the Millennium Hotel, with the performance broadcast live during the 8am-9am hour. While on their 360 Tour in Portugal, Bono and The Edge themselves treated fans to their rendition of the song. Click below to watch!

Columbia Club Presents 'Evening with Maude Maggart', 10/1

Mentored by Michael Feinstein and Andrea Marcovicci (The Queen of Cabaret), and sister to Fiona Apple, Maude Maggart is one of the cabaret circuit's finest interpreters of the Great American Songbook. Maude's bright, warm and ethereal vocals breathe new life into classic composers like Duke Ellington, Richard Rogers, Ira Gershwin and Hoagy Carmichael.

RIALTO CHATTER: CARRIE One Step Closer to Bway?

As BroadwayWorld has previously reported, producers Jeffrey Seller and Kevin McCollum, resurrected the infamous flop musical CARRIE for an Equity reading that had a notoriously short 3 night, 5 performance run on Broadway in 1988. The reading took place on November 20, 2009. The hope is to bring 'Carrie' and her supernatural powers back to the Broadway stage.

SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark Tickets Go One Sale To The Public 9/12

Lead producer Michael Cohl announced today that tickets to SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark will go on sale to the general public beginning this Sunday, September 12 at 9:00 a.m., and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com or by calling (877) 250-2929.

TV: Broadway Beat Special - SPIDER-MAN!

This morning, Spider-Man Reeve Carney introduced the first song from the upcoming Broadway show on Good Morning America, September 10 and then members of the cast including Carney, Jennifer Damiano, Patrick Page met the press along with Julie Taymor and Broadway Beat was there to talk to them all about this eagerly anticipated show!

Photo Flash: SPIDEY Costumes - First Look!

The U2 fansite atu2.com has posted the first photos of the SPIDER-MAN: Turn Off The Dark costumes! See the costumes for the Green Goblin (played by Patrick Page) and a new villain below!

SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark Tickets Go One Sale To The Public 9/12

Lead producer Michael Cohl announced today that tickets to SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark will go on sale to the general public beginning this Sunday, September 12 at 9:00 a.m., and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com or by calling (877) 250-2929.

Photo Coverage: Carney Introduces SPIDER-MAN on GMA!

This morning, Spider-Man Reeve Carney introduced the first song from the upcoming Broadway show on Good Morning America, September 10. Carney performed the song, composed by Bono and The Edge at the Hudson Theatre in the Millennium Hotel, with the performance broadcast live during the 8am-9am hour. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage of Carney's performance below!

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