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TV: Hairspray's Constantine Rousouli 'Flips' For BroadwayWorld
by Craig Brockman - Oct 17, 2008


Constantine Rousouli is the dreamy new Link Larkin in Hairspray. We gave him a FLIP video camera...

'HAIRSPRAY' Closing in January; Fierstein to Return; Shaiman Comments
by Eddie Varley - Oct 2, 2008


All signs indicate that 'Hairspray' will end it's successful run on January 18th, 2009. Official word is expected at any moment, there is also a strong chance that Harvey Fierstein will return to his Tony Winning role of Edna Turnblad to help the show go out in style.

'Hairspray' Stars Perry and Rousouli Guest on SIRIUS 'Live on Broadway' 10/1
by Eddie Varley - Sep 30, 2008


Broadway fans are invited to SIRIUS Live on Broadway with host Seth Rudetsky at the Broadway Concierge & Ticket Center each Wednesday at 12 noon ET to watch interviews and performances with their favorite Broadway stars. Tomorrow, Wednesday October 1st, Seth welcomes Hairspray stars Constantine Rousouli and Marissa Perry live and in person at 12:00PM.

Photo Flash: 9 To 5: The Musical Opens at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 27, 2008


9 to 5: The Musical opened on September 20th 2008 at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre. Performances will continue through October 19, 2008.

Photo Coverage: Uptown Express Performs at Lincoln Center Barnes & Noble
by Eddie Varley - Sep 13, 2008


On Wednesday, September 10th, New York's favorite five-part harmony guys, Uptown Express, offered a live performance at New York's Barnes & Nobel Lincoln Sqaure location. The program featured musical numbers featured on Uptown Express' new CD, 'Walk Like a Man.'

Photo Coverage Exclusive: Olympic Gold Medalist Liukin Visits 'Hairspray'
by Walter McBride - Sep 12, 2008


On Thursday, September 11th 2008 the cast of HAIRSPRAY had two very special guests: Olympic all-around gold medalist Nastia Liukin and Original and Final cast member of RENT, Gwen Stewart. BroadwayWorld.com's cameras were backstage to capture the moment.

Crossley, Loprest and Rousouli Join 'Hairspray' Cast
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 29, 2008


The producers of Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards® including Best Musical, have announced that Charlotte Crossley will take over the role of Motormouth Maybelle beginning Tuesday, September 2 at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre.

Ashley Parker Angel to Play Final 'Hairspray' Performance 9/14
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 29, 2008


The producers of Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards® including Best Musical, have announced that teen idol Ashley Parker Angel will play his final performance as dreamy Link Larkin on Sunday, September 14 at the Neil Simon Theatre after more than a year and half with the musical. Angel played his first performance, and made his Broadway debut, Friday, January 19, 2007.

Aubrey O'Day Joins Hairspray Cast As Amber 7/18
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2008


The producers of Hairspray, winner of eight 2003 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, have announced that Aubrey O'Day of Danity Kane will make her Broadway debut as Tracy Turnblad's stuck-up arch-nemesis Amber Von Tussle on Friday, July 18, at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre, 250 West 52 Street.

Aubrey O'Day Joins Hairspray Cast As Amber 7/18
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2008


The producers of Hairspray, winner of eight 2003 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, have announced that Aubrey O'Day of Danity Kane will make her Broadway debut as Tracy Turnblad's stuck-up arch-nemesis Amber Von Tussle on Friday, July 18, at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre, 250 West 52 Street.

Winokur Urges Women To 'Take Pledge' To Fight Cervical Cancer
by BWW News Desk - Jun 25, 2008


Marissa Jaret Winokur, best known as a recent Dancing with the Stars semi-finalist and for her Tony award-winning role in the Broadway musical Hairspray, is calling on all women to 'take the pledge to stop cervical cancer' by visiting www.theHPVtest.com/pledge.

Photo Coverage: amfAR and Broadway Stars Honor Jerry Mitchell
by BWW - Jun 11, 2008


On Monday June 9th, 2008 amfAR presented Honoring with Pride: Honoring Jerry Mitchell: A celebration of the gay and lesbian community's response in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The event featured Taylor Dayne and was hosted by Mario Cantone. In addition to Jerry Mitchell the event honored Julie Davids and the company Kiehl's Since 1851.

amfAR Honors Jerry Mitchell at 'Honoring with Pride'
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2008


amfAR's presents Honoring with Pride: Honoring Jerry Mitchell: A celebration of the gay and lesbian community's response in the fight against HIV/AIDS on June 9th.

amfAR Honors Jerry Mitchell at 'Honoring with Pride'
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2008


amfAR's presents Honoring with Pride: Honoring Jerry Mitchell: A celebration of the gay and lesbian community's response in the fight against HIV/AIDS on June 9th.

Matthew Morrison: Bali Hai Has Found Him
by Eddie Varley - May 20, 2008


From the very first moment Hairspray audiences caught Matthew Morrison crooning Marc Shaiman's joyful heart beat of a score and expertly swinging his hips while dancing to Jerry Mitchell's witty whiplash choreography, a Broadway performer of high caliber was born. Since exiting that production a number of years ago, he's built a career that's a testament to his intelligence and passion for the art of acting. His current role as Lt. Joe Cable in Lincoln Center's critically acclaimed revival of Rodger's & Hammerstein's South Pacific gives the young talent the chance to bring new life to a beloved classic.

Photo Coverage: New Dramatist's 59th Annual Spring Luncheon
by Peter James Zielinski - May 16, 2008


New Dramatists honored Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein with their 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award at their 59th Annual Spring Luncheon tribute.

Marissa Jaret Winokur Eliminated From 'Dancing' Last Night
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2008


Tony Award-winning star of Hairspray, Marissa Jaret Winokur, was eliminated last night as a contestant on this season's 'Dancing with the Stars.'

Special Photo Blog Exclusive #27: Marissa Jaret Winokur 'Dancing With The Stars' - THE FINAL VOTE?
by Marissa Jaret Winokur - May 12, 2008


It's down to the final four. The final four and not even Marissa herself can believe she's made it this far! Grateful to all the fans for all their voting and for the experience she's had on the show, this week the tension mounts!

Special Photo Blog Exclusive #26: Marissa Jaret Winokur 'Dancing With The Stars' - SOS - Vote For Me!
by Marissa Jaret Winokur - May 5, 2008


Tony Award-winning star of Hairspray, Marissa Jaret Winokur, will be one of the contestants this season on 'Dancing with the Stars.' When news broke of her involvement, she couldn't wait to share that experience with BroadwayWorld.com and its readers. Marissa will be checking in from now until she wins (YAY!) or is eliminated (BOO!) with exclusive photos and a glimpse into what's going on as she takes on the other celebrities in the ultimate 'dance off!'

Special Photo Blog Exclusive #25: Marissa Jaret Winokur 'Dancing With The Stars' - Sexy Rhumba/Tango
by Marissa Jaret Winokur - Apr 28, 2008


Tony Award-winning star of Hairspray, Marissa Jaret Winokur, will be one of the contestants this season on 'Dancing with the Stars.' When news broke of her involvement, she couldn't wait to share that experience with BroadwayWorld.com and its readers. Marissa will be checking in from now until she wins (YAY!) or is eliminated (BOO!) with exclusive photos and a glimpse into what's going on as she takes on the other celebrities in the ultimate 'dance off!'

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