Marvin Gaye News

Previews for the world premiere of The First Wives Club - A New Musical are now set to begin July 17, 2009. The schedule was changed to accommodate a revised rehearsal/technical schedule.

Polyester shirts, halter tops, platform shoes and 10 years of groundbreaking music will be brought to life on stage in 8-TRACK, The Sounds of the 70's, playing May 21 through September 27 at the CLO Cabaret. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 3, at CLOCabaret.com, by calling (412) 456-6666 or at the Box Office at Theater Square.

'American Idol' reaches its season finale this week as it continues to hold an iron grip on U.S. television ratings after eight seasons. The first part of finale showdown took place tonight, Tuesday May 19th, and it pit musical theater star rocker Adam Lambert, whom Entertainment Weekly magazine called 'the most exciting 'American Idol' contestant in years,' directly against sweet natured and married college student Kris Allen, a favorite among middle American teen gals.

Old Globe Executive Producer Lou Spisto is pleased to announce the complete cast and design team for its world premiere of The First Wives Club - A New Musical, as part of the Globe's 2009 Summer Season.

Canadian comedy legend Martin Short and American pop pioneer Bobby Vinton will return to Fallsview Casino Resort for two performances each as part of the resort's entertainment line-up for April 2009.

Polyester shirts, halter tops, platform shoes and 10 years of groundbreaking music will be brought to life on stage in 8-TRACK, The Sounds of the 70's, playing May 21 through September 27 at the CLO Cabaret. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 3, at CLOCabaret.com, by calling (412) 456-6666 or at the Box Office at Theater Square.

THE OLD GLOBE announces calendar for May - August, 2009 Cornelia, By Mark Olsen Directed by Ethan McSweeny May 16 - June 21

On a special Wednesday, March 25 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) performance show, the Top 10 finalists (Kris Allen, Anoop Desai, Matt Giraud, Danny Gokey, Allison Iraheta, Megan Joy, Adam Lambert, Scott MacIntyre, Lil Rounds and Michael Sarver) will return to the IDOL stage to celebrate and pay tribute to '50 Years of Motown' as well as perform classic Motown songs.

On a special Wednesday, March 25 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) performance show, the Top 10 finalists (Kris Allen, Anoop Desai, Matt Giraud, Danny Gokey, Allison Iraheta, Megan Joy, Adam Lambert, Scott MacIntyre, Lil Rounds and Michael Sarver) will return to the IDOL stage to celebrate and pay tribute to '50 Years of Motown' as well as perform classic Motown songs.

The Whiting is proud to present one of Motown's greatest bands, The Four Tops on Friday, February 13 at 8pm. With chart topping hits like Reach Out (I'll Be There), I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch), Baby I Need Your Loving and Ain't No Woman (Like the One I've Got), Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees The Four Tops, are the most stable and consistent group to emerge from Motown Records. After an amazing 50 years, their powerful, recognizable sweet harmonies and unforgettable voices are still delighting old and new fans alike! When fans reach out, The Four Tops are still there! The Four Tops are part of The Whiting's Jazz, Blues & Beyond Series.

Pittsburgh CLO is proud to announce the three new shows that will make up the 2009-2010 CLO Cabaret season, including two Cabaret premieres. Subscriptions are available online at CLOCabaret.com or by calling 412-281-2822.

An all-star cast of Ana Gasteyer (Wicked, 'Saturday Night Live'), Carolee Carmello (Mamma, Mia!, Parade), Tony? Award-winner Adriane Lenox (Doubt, Caroline, Or Change), Brad Oscar (The Producers, Jekyll & Hyde), Alton Fitzgerald White (The Lion King, Ragtime), John Dossett (The Constant Wife, Gypsy), Sam Harris (The Producers, The Life) and Sara Chase (Godspell at Paper Mill Playhouse) will star in a reading of the eagerly anticipated Broadway-bound musical FIRST WIVES CLUB this Monday, February 2 in New York City. FIRST WIVES CLUB will have its premiere at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego July 15 through August 23, 2009. The cast for the fully staged production will be announced soon. FIRST WIVES CLUB marks the once-in-a-lifetime reunion of the famous Motown songwriting trio Holland-Dozier-Holland (Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier and Eddie Holland), who created such monumental hits as 'Where Did Our Love Go?,' 'Baby Love' and 'Stop! In The Name of Love' for The Supremes and 'How Sweet It Is (to Be Loved By You)' for Marvin Gaye. These chart-topping legends, who had more airplay than the Beatles, Rolling Stones and Elvis combined, have reunited for this one production.

Former 5 Star lead vocalist, songwriter and Brit Award-winner Denise Pearson is to make her West End debut in Thriller - Live, the spectacular, high-octane show specially created to celebrate the career of the world's greatest entertainer and undisputed King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

The Whiting is proud to present one of Motown's greatest bands, The Four Tops on Friday, February 13 at 8pm. With chart topping hits like Reach Out (I'll Be There), I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch), Baby I Need Your Loving and Ain't No Woman (Like the One I've Got), Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees The Four Tops, are the most stable and consistent group to emerge from Motown Records. After an amazing 50 years, their powerful, recognizable sweet harmonies and unforgettable voices are still delighting old and new fans alike! When fans reach out, The Four Tops are still there! The Four Tops are part of The Whiting's Jazz, Blues & Beyond Series.

Imagine - a concert for a new America! Nine of Chicago's top entertainers unite to present Imagine, a concert that is diverse as America itself, featuring music by Stevie Wonder, Irving Berlin, Pete Seeger, Madonna, Marvin Gaye, Lennon and McCartney, and many more.

Canadian comedy legend Martin Short and American pop pioneer Bobby Vinton will return to Fallsview Casino Resort for two performances each as part of the resort's entertainment line-up for April 2009.

Former 5 Star lead vocalist, songwriter and Brit Award-winner Denise Pearson is to make her West End debut in Thriller - Live, the spectacular, high-octane show specially created to celebrate the career of the world's greatest entertainer and undisputed King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

Imagine - a concert for a new America! Nine of Chicago's top entertainers unite to present Imagine, a concert that is diverse as America itself, featuring music by Stevie Wonder, Irving Berlin, Pete Seeger, Madonna, Marvin Gaye, Lennon and McCartney, and many more.