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TRACEY ULLMAN'S SHOW Returns to HBO for Season Two, 10/20
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 25, 2017

A longtime HBO favorite returns with six new episodes of her Emmy -nominated series when TRACEY ULLMAN'S SHOW kicks off its second season FRIDAY, OCT. 20 (11:00-11:30 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.

Samantha Spiro, Kevin Bishop, and Jennifer Saunders Join Cast Of LADY WINDERMERE'S FAN 
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2017

Classic Spring is delighted to announce that Samantha Spiro and Kevin Bishop will star in its forthcoming production of Lady Windermere's Fan at the Vaudeville Theatre.

BWW Review: ONCE IN A LIFETIME, Young Vic
by Debbie Gilpin - Dec 7, 2016

After a 2016 programme that included Blue/Orange and Yerma, the first offering in the Young Vic's new season is a revival of George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart's Once in a Lifetime, which also marks comedian Harry Enfield's stage debut.

Ricky Gervais to Reprise Iconic 'OFFICE' Role for Netflix's DAVID BRENT: LIFE ON THE ROAD
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 16, 2016

Netflix has acquired U.S. and select international rights to Ricky Gervais's upcoming film DAVID BRENT: LIFE ON THE ROAD, excluding the U.K., Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.

Photo Flash: First Look at Underscore Theatre's THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY)
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2015

From the comedic minds behind The Colbert Report and Fifty Shades! The Musical, Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to present the world premiere musical comedy THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) with book and lyrics by Emmy Award-winning writer Peter Gwinn (The Colbert Report), music by Jody Shelton (Fifty Shades!), direction and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik, associate direction by Jon Martinez and music direction and orchestrations by David Kornfeld. THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) runs now through November 8, 2015 at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago. The press opening is tonight, October 6 at 7:30 pm, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!

Underscore Theatre's THE STORY OF A STORY to Run 10/3-11/8
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2015

From the comedic minds behind The Colbert Report and Fifty Shades! The Musical, Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to present the world premiere musical comedy THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) with book and lyrics by Peter Gwinn, music by Jody Shelton, direction and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik, music direction and orchestrations by David Kornfeld. THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) will play October 3 - November 8, 2015 at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago.  Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, September 1 at www.underscoretheatre.org or by calling (312) 646-0975. The press opening is Tuesday, October 6 at 7:30 pm.  

Underscore Theatre's THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) to Run 10/3-11/8
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2015

From the comedic minds behind The Colbert Report and Fifty Shades! The Musical, Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to present the world premiere musical comedy THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) with book and lyrics by Peter Gwinn (The Colbert Report), music by Jody Shelton (Fifty Shades!), direction and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik, associate direction by Jon Martinez and music direction and orchestrations by David Kornfeld. THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) will play October 3 - November 8, 2015 at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago.  Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, September 1 at www.underscoretheatre.org or by calling (312) 646-0975. The press opening is Tuesday, October 6 at 7:30 pm.  

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Underscore Theatre's THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY)
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2015

From the comedic minds behind The Colbert Report and Fifty Shades! The Musical, Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to present the world premiere musical comedy THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) with book and lyrics by Emmy Award-winning writer Peter Gwinn (The Colbert Report), music by Jody Shelton (Fifty Shades!), direction and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik, associate direction by Jon Martinez and music direction and orchestrations by David Kornfeld. THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) will play October 3 - November 8, 2015 at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago. The press opening is Tuesday, October 6 at 7:30 pm. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast!

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Underscore Theatre's THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY)
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2015

From the comedic minds behind The Colbert Report and Fifty Shades! The Musical, Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to present the world premiere musical comedy THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) with book and lyrics by Emmy Award-winning writer Peter Gwinn (The Colbert Report), music by Jody Shelton (Fifty Shades!), direction and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik, associate direction by Jon Martinez and music direction and orchestrations by David Kornfeld. THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) will play October 3 - November 8, 2015 at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago. The press opening is Tuesday, October 6 at 7:30 pm. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast!

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for September 9th, 2015
by Paul W. Thompson - Sep 9, 2015

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'American Idiot' examines a generation, and 'The Girl In The Train' captures a by-gone era. We run down long-run shows, and break down the Marriott Theatre's 2016 season announcement, too. Plus 'Hollywood' from Light Opera Works, a new show from Underscore, a high school mounts 'Starlight Express,' and Christmas has begun!

Underscore Theatre's THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) to Run 10/3-11/8
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 4, 2015

From the comedic minds behind The Colbert Report and Fifty Shades! The Musical, Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to present the world premiere musical comedy THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) with book and lyrics by Peter Gwinn (The Colbert Report), music by Jody Shelton (Fifty Shades!), direction and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik, associate direction by Jon Martinez and music direction and orchestrations by David Kornfeld. THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) will play October 3 - November 8, 2015 at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago.  Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, September 1 at www.underscoretheatre.org or by calling (312) 646-0975. The press opening is Tuesday, October 6 at 7:30 pm.  

Des O'Connor & Jimmy Tarbuck to Perform at the London Palladium in October
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 12, 2015

Showbiz legends Des O'Connor and Jimmy Tarbuck will perform together on stage for the first time ever on Sunday 4th October at The London Palladium.

Underscore Theatre's THE STORY OF A STORY to Run 10/3-11/8
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 10, 2015

From the comedic minds behind The Colbert Report and Fifty Shades! The Musical, Underscore Theatre Company is pleased to present the world premiere musical comedy THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) with book and lyrics by Peter Gwinn, music by Jody Shelton, direction and choreography by Christopher Pazdernik, music direction and orchestrations by David Kornfeld. THE STORY OF A STORY (THE UNTOLD STORY) will play October 3 - November 8, 2015 at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division St. in Chicago.  Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, September 1 at www.underscoretheatre.org or by calling (312) 646-0975. The press opening is Tuesday, October 6 at 7:30 pm.  

Winners of Inaugural ALSO RECOGNISED AWARDS Announced
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2015

The full list of winners are announced today in the inaugural Also Recognised Awards, the new audience-voted, industry accolade set up by theatre commentators Mark Shenton and Terri Paddock to celebrate lesser-known but equally worthy talent in fields overlooked by other awards bodies. Over a month's voting, more than 15,000 people took part.

Vivarium Theatre to Present THE QUEEN'S SPEECH, 3/9-15
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2015

Vivarium Theatre Company is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of The Queen's Speech written by Terence Boyle; playwright and professor of modern British and Irish literature at Loyola University & columnist for the Irish American News.

BWW Catches up with the Cast of NEXT FALL; At the Southwark Playhouse Until 25th October
by Robert Diamond - Oct 10, 2014

BroadwayWorld catches up with the cast of NEXT FALL the latest must-see at Southwark Playhouse. The play runs until 25th October.

BWW Reviews: FULLY COMMITTED, Menier Chocolate Factory, September 10 2014
by Adrian Bradley - Sep 11, 2014

Fully Committed was the production that put the derelict chocolate factory back on the map back in 2004. Now as the award winning theatre celebrates 10 years, Becky Mode's New York comedy is back to delight crowds once again.

BWW Reviews: CORALINE: THE MUSICAL
by Misha Davenport - Aug 13, 2014

Fans of the Neil Gaiman novel of the same name will find a much more true adaptation of the book than in the 2009 film.

Photo Flash: First Look at Black Button Eyes' Midwest Premiere of CORALINE
by BWW News Desk - Aug 10, 2014

Black Button Eyes Productions presents the Midwest Premiere of 'Coraline,' a musical by Stephin Merritt and David Greenspan, adapted from the novel by Neil Gaiman, at City Lit Theater in Chicago, at 1020 W Bryn Mawn Ave, now through Sept 6. 'Coraline,' directed by Edward Rutherford with music direction from Nick Sula, began previews August 8, press opening is tonight, August 9; show runs through September 6. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Black Button Eyes Productions Presents CORALINE, Now thru 9/6
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2014

Black Button Eyes Productions presents the Midwest Premiere of 'Coraline,' a musical by Stephin Merritt and David Greenspan, adapted from the novel by Neil Gaiman, at City Lit Theater in Chicago, at 1020 W Bryn Mawn Ave, today, August 8 - Sept 6. 'Coraline,' directed by Edward Rutherford with music direction from Nick Sula, begins previews August 8, press opening is August 9; show runs through September 6.

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