The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
On last night's LATE NIGHT, musical guest Jacob Banks made his U.S. television debut performing 'Unknown (To You)'. Watch the appearance below!
Local audiences can get ready for some high-octane laughter to finish out 2017 when Philadelphia Theatre Company (PTC) welcomes the venerable Upright Citizens Brigade Touring Company for a two-night stand.
Mexican American roots group Los Cenzontles presents 'Carta Jugada', a new collaborative album of classic Tex Mex songs with San Antonio based Los Texmaniacs and accordion legend Flaco Jimnez.
NBC's CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER (1.7/6 in 18-49, 9.0 million viewers overall from 8-9 p.m.) is the #1 show of the night on the Big 4 networks in total viewers. Wins the slot over Survivor in total viewers (9.0 million vs. 8.2 million). Maintains 100% vs. last year in 18-49 (1.7 vs. 1.7 on Nov. 30, 2016), to match the annual event's highest rating since 2014 (1.8).
Yesterday, November 29, CRAZY EX GIRLFRIEND star Rachel Bloom visited LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS. Bloom inquired about Seth's pre-show dump habits and shares a childhood home video of her family celebrating their version of Hanukkah. She also reminisced about working as a performer on a New York City musical boat cruise and reveals why one CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND guest star almost made her cry. As you can guess, each clip is hilarious!
The tango, the cha cha, and the waltz, oh my! It's time to break out those dancing shoes for Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati's world premiere, family-friendly musical The Dancing Princesses, by local playwright Joseph McDonough with music and lyrics by David Kisor. This whimsical production brings to life a royal mystery as five diverse sisters dance their way through the new incarnation of the classic, enchanting story. With hot chocolate, dance numbers, and shenanigans aplenty, The Dancing Princesses is holiday fun for the entire family! Playing November 29-December 30, 2017. Directed by D. Lynn Meyers. Premiere Sponsor is Macy's.
Broadway shined brighter last night with the arrival of Meteor Shower, which officially opened at the Booth Theatre (222 West 45th St.). Meteor Shower stars Emmy Award winners Amy Schumer and Keegan-Michael Key, both in their Broadway debut, Tony Award winner Laura Benanti, Tony Award nominee Jeremy Shamos, and is directed by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks.
ABC News' 'Nightline' averaged 1.408 million Total Viewers, 509,000 Adults 25-54 and 395,000 Adults 18-49, during the week of November 20, 2017, based on Live + Same Day Data from Nielsen Media Research.
During a visit to LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS last night, Saoirse Ronan shared her favorite SNL sketches from the past. The actress is set to host the sketch comedy show this weekend, joined by musical guest U2. She is currently starring alongside Beanie Feldstein in LADY BIRD, in theatres now. Before that, she starred in films like THE LOVELY BONES and BROOKLYN. Read more about it from The Hollywood Reporter here!
TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON has dominated the ratings week of Nov. 20-24 in the key late-night demographic of adults 18-49, with Tonight's biggest margin over #2 so far this season, according to live plus same day results from Nielsen Media Research.
The tango, the cha cha, and the waltz, oh my! It's time to break out those dancing shoes for Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati's world premiere, family-friendly musical The Dancing Princesses, by local playwright Joseph McDonough with music and lyrics by David Kisor. This whimsical production brings to life a royal mystery as five diverse sisters dance their way through the new incarnation of the classic, enchanting story. With hot chocolate, dance numbers, and shenanigans aplenty, The Dancing Princesses is holiday fun for the entire family! Playing November 29-December 30, 2017. Directed by D. Lynn Meyers. Premiere Sponsor is Macy's.
Long Wharf Theatre presents The Chosen, adapted by Aaron Posner and Chaim Potok from the novel by Potok, directed by Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein, from November 22 through December 17.
The Recording Academy announced this morning that Night Street/Interscope recording artistK.Flay has been nominated for two GRAMMY nominations for Best Rock Song ( Blood In The Cut )and Best Engineered Album, Non Classical ( Every Where Is Some Where ). K.Flay is the only female artist to be nominated in her category for Best Rock Song for the 2018 GRAMMY Awards.
NBC is currently #1 for the night among the Big 4 networks in every key demographic. THE VOICE (1.9/7 in 18-49, 9.7 million viewers overall from 8-10:01 p.m. ET) ranks as the #1 show of the night on the Big 4 networks in adults 18-49 and total viewers
Celebrate the season with family and friends at the 47th annual Christmas Revels! A holiday tradition for nearly five decades, The Christmas Revels is a joyful theatrical celebration of the winter solstice that travels the world each year showcasing cultural traditions including music, dance, folktales and rituals. This year's holiday treat takes us to Renaissance Venice, crossroads of the world!
On last night's LATE NIGHT, musical guest Midland performed their son 'Make a Little' for the studio audience. The band will soon tour with Little Big Town.
Grammy Award-winner and two time Emmy nominee Steve Tyrell celebrates his 13th anniversary performing in Caf Carlyle's revered holiday slot with an all-new show, A Song For You, November 28-December 31. A Song For You will feature romantic selections from the likes of Leon Russell and Van Morrison among others as well as various favorites from the Great American Songbook.
Arizona Broadway Theatre's thirteenth season continues as the Valley's leading producer of musical theatre with the opening of South Pacific which will run through December 30.
Seth Meyers, one of late night's most important comedy voices, has been named host of the 75TH ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS. The telecast is set to air live coast to coast from the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Sunday, Jan. 7 from 8-11 p.m. ET (5-8 p.m. PT) on NBC.
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