Out Magazine has just announced their 'Most Eligible Bachelors of 2012' and a handful of Broadway favorites have been honored with spots on the list. Included this year are: Jonathan Groff, Nick Adams, Rory O'Malley, Chris Colfer, Gavin Creel, John Benjamin Hickey, Matt Doyle, Kyle Dean Massey, Wesley Taylor, Lance Bass and more.
The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Patrick Willingham) announced complete casting today for the return of GATZ, the critically lauded theatrical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby. Created and performed by Elevator Repair Service, this award-winning theatrical event, directed by John Collins and featuring Scott Shepherd as Nick, will begin previews on Wednesday, March 14 and run through Sunday, May 6 for 28 performances only in the Newman Theater. Single tickets, beginning at $160, are on sale now.
The Independent Reviewers of New England (IRNE) Awards recognize the extraordinary wealth of talent in the Boston theatre community, and this year's nominations have just been announced. IRNE Reviewers include among others David Brooks Andrews, Sheila Barth, Jules Becker, Kay Bourne, Beverly Creasey, Shirley Esthimer, Richard Fahey, Guy Giampapa, Norm Gross, Nancy Grossman, Bryce Lambert, Beatrice Lee, Kilian Melloy and Larry Stark.
In memory of the inimitable Whitney Houston, Broadway Remembers Whitney is a concert honoring one of the greatest icons and voices of our generation. Come join us as we pay homage to and join in a celebration of Whitney's life through an evening of her music, arranged in concert for, and sung by, some of Broadway's fiercest voices -- voices undeniably influenced and deeply moved by Whitney's presence and her artistry. Whitney Houston's music -- her iconic ballads, her dance hits that never missed a beat -- has been an undeniable force and source of inspiration for so many in the theatre community and beyond. Hence, it seems only right to remember the goddess herself by invoking this music and basking in the musical legacy she has left behind. We want to do our part to carry on Whitney's name -- as such, the proceeds of this concert will go to the The Whitney E. Houston Academy of Creative and Performing Arts, a school that aims to teach its students to become contributing members of society now and in the next century.
Tony Award winner Alice Ripley, Julia Murney, and the cast of 'Million Dollar Quartet' will join the previously announced, Laura Bell Bundy (Legally Blonde, Wicked), Bryce Ryness (Hair, Legally Blonde), Kristen Beth Williams (Anything Goes), Emmy Winner Michael Imperioli, Shoshana Bean (Wicked), Mario Cantone, Tiffany Engen (Hairspray), Heather Parcells (A Chorus Line, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang), Matthew Stocke (Rock of Ages, The Wedding Singer), Amy Spanger (Elf, Rock of Ages), and Andrew Kober (Hair) for Broadway's Spotlight on St. Jude, March 6.
Tickets for Shakespeare & Company's 35th Season go on sale today. The 2012-2013 season is set to include an appearance by Olympia Dukakis in an all-female version of 'The Tempest.' "From the perspective of someone who witnessed first hand the beginnings of our Company," says Artistic Director Tony Simotes. "It is astonishing to look back at what we've achieved. I am proud to say that we are at the forefront of actor training and education programs in terms of objective and scope. It is a tremendous privilege to be Shakespeare & Company's Artistic Director during this exciting time, and I feel that we've compiled a riveting and daring list of productions this season that not only reflect the best of what Shakespeare & Company has to offer, but will take us to the next level.
Producer John Johnson announced today the complete cast for the New York premiere of 35mm A Musical Exhibition, written by Ryan Scott Oliver based on the photography of Matthew Murphy.
On Monday, February 6th at 7PM, five of Young Broadway's favorite blondes will present "Blonde Ambition," a one-night-only concert to benefit 'Broadway Barks.' The evening will feature Hunter Ryan Herdlicka ('A Little Night Music'), Lora Lee Gayer ('Follies'), Tess Soltau ('The Addams Family'), Ryah Nixon ('9 to 5' national tour), and Jessica Waxman, with musical direction by Benjamin Rauhala.
After a year and a half hiatus, Seth Rudetsky's famed Seth's Broadway Chatterbox has returned to Don't Tell Mama. Seth's Broadway Chatterbox includes interviews and performances by noted Broadway celebrities and is a raw, funny and insightful interview program that really has no equal.
The Ball State University Board of Trustees has approved an honorary doctor of arts degree for acclaimed actress, singer and dancer Sutton Foster, in recognition of her outstanding career in theater, television and music and for her contributions to the educational experience and professional growth of Ball State students.
The cast of the 10th Annual Nightlife Awards reaches critical mass with the addition of Tony Nominee and Nightlife Legend KAREN AKERS and nightlife and recording sensation NELLIE McKAY. They join a cast that already includes TERRI WHITE (Follies), who spent a great many years as one of New York's most exciting piano bar entertainers and will be honored with a Special Award for her Contributions to New York Nightlife. As is always the case with The All-Performance Nightlife Awards, Terri will take the stage and sing. Heralded TV and nightclub comedian, RAY ELLIN, is on tap to perform on Monday night, as are two former Nightlife Jazz Award winners Vocalist winners, ALLAN HARRIS and KAREN OBERLIN.
As part of the 25th Anniversary, Shakespeare Theatre Company celebrates Shakespeare through song and verse. A musical interpretation of the Bard's work will be performed in concert-style staging as additions to the regular season. The limited engagement will be presented with live music and featuring, Tony nominee Robin de Jesus and Javier Muñoz, according to de Jesus' Facebook page. The concert plays January 27th-29th at Sidney Harman Hall. Click here for tickets.
According to the New York Times, Oscar-winning costume designer Eiko Ishioka passed away after a battle with pancreatic cancer on January 21 in Tokyo. She was 73 years old.
According to the New York Times, Oscar-winning costume designer Eiko Ishioka passed away after a battle with pancreatic cancer on January 21 in Tokyo. She was 73 years old.
On Monday, February 6th at 7PM, five of Young Broadway's favorite blondes will present "Blonde Ambition," a one-night-only concert to benefit 'Broadway Barks.' The evening will feature Hunter Ryan Herdlicka ('A Little Night Music'), Lora Lee Gayer ('Follies'), Tess Soltau ('The Addams Family'), Ryah Nixon ('9 to 5' national tour), and Jessica Waxman, with musical direction by Benjamin Rauhala.
The cast of Roundabout Theatre Company's Anything Goes is set to perform tonight on 'The Rosie Show.' Tony Award winner Sutton Foster and Tony and Academy Award winner Joel Grey will stop by for a special performance on this evenings show; which airs at 7pm on OWN.
The inaugural TEDxBroadway- a one-day event about the future of Broadway as a place-will kick off at 11am on Monday January 23, 2012 at New World Stages in New York City.TEDxBroadway is being co-sponsored by Jujamcyn Theaters, Broadway.com with supporting sponsorship by Google, BroadwayWorld and Audience Rewards.
The 41st Annual ASJA (American Society of Journalists and Authors) Writers Conference features over 80 workshops and panels, plus networking opportunities, geared toward freelance writers and authors.
The inaugural TEDxBroadway- a one-day event about the future of Broadway as a place-will kick off at 11am on Monday January 23, 2012 at New World Stages in New York City.TEDxBroadway is being co-sponsored by Jujamcyn Theaters, Broadway.com with supporting sponsorship by Google, BroadwayWorld and Audience Rewards.