Now that the 50th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony is history, and before the Tony Awards season sneaks up on us, it might be a good time to do a little investigating into the relationship between the category that both award shows recognize-Best Musical, of course.
For her new show, Joan Curto (After Dark Award Winner for Outstanding Cabaret Artist) has chosen the songs of two stars who defined the American musical theater. 'Brassy, Sassy & Classy: The Songs of Ethel Merman and Mary Martin,' provides a showcase for Curto's classic, sultry styling and emotional versatility, at the Metropolitan Room on April 6.
Legendary designers John Conklin and Robert Fletcher are among the recipients of the 2008 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards. For his achievements as both a costume and set designer, John Conklin will receive the TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards' special Robert L. B. Tobin Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatrical Design. Acclaimed costume designer Robert Fletcher, who also produced, performed and designed sets, will receive the 2008 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award at a ceremony on Friday, March 28, at the Hudson Theatre in New York City.
Pittsburgh CLO, in conjunction with the families of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II and The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization, will present the 10th Richard Rodgers Award for Excellence in Musical Theater to siblings Kathleen Marshall and Rob Marshall. The ceremony will be held in conjunction with the 2008 Pink Frolic Ball on May 10, 2008, at the Omni William Penn Hotel. This awards ceremony will mark the first time that the Richard Rodgers Award will be presented to two Broadway professionals.
The American Theatre Wing and XM Satellite Radio proudly present an interview with Tony Award winning actress, Frances Sternhagen, on their weekly theatrical interview show, 'Downstage Center,' on XM's On Broadway (XM Channel 28). Sternhagen will appear as the special guest on Friday, January 18 at 6 p.m. The show will repeat on Saturday January 19 at noon, Sunday January 20 at 7 p.m., and Wednesday, January 23 at midnight.
Jerry Herman pulls the stops out in this in-depth and heartfelt conversation about his incredible career. You have seen the PBS documentary, now hear Jerry in his own words enlighten us on his remarkable life and music.
WHO: Toby's Dinner Theatre of Columbia WHAT: The Sound of Music WHEN: Through February 17. Show times and prices vary. TICKETS AND INFORMATION: 410-995-1969 or 1-800-88-TOBYS or www.tobysdinnertheatre.com
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For her new show, Chicago's After Dark Award Winner for Outstanding Cabaret Artist Joan Curto has chosen the songs of two stars who defined the American musical theater. 'Brassy, Sassy & Classy: The Songs of Ethel Merman and Mary Martin,' provides a showcase for Curto's classic, sultry styling and emotional versatility. At Davenport's on November 14 - 17 at 8PM and Sunday, November 18 at 7PM.
Together, Forever takes on new meaning in this delightful musical featuring real life Broadway couple Brad Little & Barbara McCulloh.
'I Do, I Do' at the American Theatre Company of Chicago tries updating the time period without updating the entire book; has some awkward results as the dialogue seems a bit lugubrious.
The Bad Plays Festival will return this fall at the Players Theatre (at 115 MacDougal St. in Greenwich Village) from September 10th through 30th.
Stephen Lang, who gives not one but eight tour de force performances in 'Beyond Glory,' discusses his craft and the multiple personality disorders of actors.
The Bad Plays Festival will return this fall at the Players Theatre from September 10th through 30th.
Craig Zadan and Neil Meron, under their Storyline Entertainment banner, are the producers of critically acclaimed and award-winning feature films, television movies and series. The dynamic duo sat down for a phone interview with BroadwayWorld.com to discuss their latest collaboration on HAIRSPRAY.
Amber Edwards' grand and glorious documentary about Broadway's most beloved master of the simple, catchy melody is loaded with rare film footage and proof his scores are more than just hummable tunes.
We talk to Julia Murney, who is currently starring as Elphaba in the hit Broadway musical, Wicked. We also listen to two songs from her solo CD, I'm Not Waiting: The title track, 'I'm Not Waiting' by Andrew Lippa, and 'Perfect' by Tom Kitt.
Jerry Herman, Barbara Cook and Angela Lansbury watch the made-for-PBS doc 'Words and Music by Jerry Herman' with museum members in NYC.
The New Conservatory Theatre Center will conclude its twelfth Pride Season 2006-2007 with a new spin of an old favorite, 'Legends' from June 1 - July 14.
WHO: The First National Tour WHAT: Doubt WHEN: Through May 13; Tues - Sat at 8PM, Sat at 2PM, Sun at 1 & 630PM. WHERE: Hippodrome Theatre HOW MUCH: $25 - $60 + fees.
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