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Saturday Roundup: This Week on BroadwayWorld
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 17, 2011

If you're looking for a quick roundup of this week's events, look no further - here are some of the best articles the week had to offer!

Review - Bonnie and Clyde & The Man Who Came To Dinner
by Ben Peltz - Dec 13, 2011

The new musical inspired by the careers of Depression-era outlaws Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow begins with stars Jeremy Jordan and Laura Osnes, as the infamous title duo, sitting dead from multiple bullet wounds in the front seat of a Ford.  I resisted the temptation to give them entrance applause.

Robert Creighton Releases Debut Album Ain’t We Got Fun! 2/14/12
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 13, 2011

LML Music is announcing the February 14, 2012 release of "Ain't We Got Fun!", the debut CD of actor/singer/dancer/writer/composer, Robert Creighton.

Photo Coverage: Distinguished Guests & Broadway's Best at The Kennedy Center Honors!
by Walter McBride - Dec 5, 2011

Last night, The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts honored its 2011 recipients of their prestigious prize. The 2011 honorees include Barbara Cook, Neil Diamond, Yo-Yo Ma, Sonny Rollins & Meryl Streep. The gala will be broadcast on CBS on December 27, 2011 at 9:00-11:00 p.m., ET/PT. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you Red Carpet coverage of the distinguished guests, including Broadway favorites Audra McDonald, Will Swenson, Laura Osnes, Patti LuPone and more!

THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: November 26- December 2
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 2, 2011

Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week, or you're just in the mood for a recap of everything theatre, BroadwayWorld's feature, 'This Week in Pictures' is here to satisfy your end of the week fix. Take a look below to catch up on the latest happenings from the Great White Way to the West End (and everywhere in between) with coverage of press events, rehearsals, opening nights and more!

Photo Coverage: BONNIE & CLYDE Opening Night Party
by Linda Lenzi - Dec 2, 2011

BONNIE & CLYDE opened last night at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre and BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture the show's gunslinging stars at their opening night After Party at the Edison Ballroom.

BONNIE & CLYDE Opens on Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2011

BONNIE & CLYDE is currently playing at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. The show began previews on Friday, November 4th and opens tonight, December 1st!

Photo Coverage: Charles Busch Channels Katherine Hepburn in TEA AT FIVE Reading
by Peter James Zielinski - Nov 29, 2011

Four Things Productions opened the special, one-night-only staged reading of Matthew Lombardo's (High, Looped) one-woman show, Tea at Five, starring Charles Busch (The Divine Sister, The Tale of the Allergist's Wife) as Katharine Hepburn. The evening, directed by Rob Ruggiero (High, Looped) played the Lucille Lortel Theatre and benefits The Ali Forney Center. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the opening night curtain call and brings you photo coverage below!

Photo Flash: BONNIE & CLYDE Production Shots - First Look!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 28, 2011

BONNIE & CLYDE is currently playing at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street), began previews on Friday, November 4th and opens on Thursday, December 1st. Tickets are on sale at Telecharge.com or at 212-239-6200. Visit BonnieandClydeBroadway.com for more information. Check out the just released production shots from the show below!

Charles Busch Set to Lead TEA AT FIVE Reading
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2011

Four Things Productions announced today a special one-night-only staged reading of Matthew Lombardo's (High, Looped) one-woman show, Tea at Five, starring the one and only Charles Busch (The Divine Sister, The Tale of the Allergist's Wife) as Katharine Hepburn. The evening, directed by Rob Ruggiero (High, Looped) is set for Monday, November 28th, 2011 at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street), and will benefit The Ali Forney Center. Daryl Roth and Carl Siciliano (Executive Director, The Ali Forney Center) will introduce the event.

Photo Flash: BONNIE & CLYDE Birthday Pizza Party
by Walter McBride - Nov 20, 2011

Laura Osnes, Jeremy Jordan and the producers of BONNIE & CLYDE invited the entire company to a pizza party to celebrate their birthdays (Laura: November 19th & Jeremy: November 20th)on Saturday, November 19th in the downstairs lobby of the house.

Charles Busch Set to Lead TEA AT FIVE Reading, 11/28
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 12, 2011

Four Things Productions announced today a special one-night-only staged reading of Matthew Lombardo's (High, Looped) one-woman show, Tea at Five, starring the one and only Charles Busch (The Divine Sister, The Tale of the Allergist's Wife) as Katharine Hepburn. The evening, directed by Rob Ruggiero (High, Looped) is set for Monday, November 28th, 2011 at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street), and will benefit The Ali Forney Center. Daryl Roth and Carl Siciliano (Executive Director, The Ali Forney Center) will introduce the event.

Photo Coverage: Frank Langella is Back - Opens MAN & BOY on Broadway!
by Monica Simoes - Oct 10, 2011

Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting three-time Tony Award winner Frank Langella as 'Gregor Antonescu' in Terence Rattigan's drama Man and Boy, directed by Maria Aitken. Man and Boy began previews on September 9th and opened officially last night, October 9th, 2011 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway. This is a limited engagement through November 27, 2011. BroadwayWorld was on hand for all of the opening festivities and brings you photo coverage below!

Gallery Players Presents THE 2nd ANNUAL GALLERY PARTY 9/26
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2011

The Gallery Players is throwing The Gallery Party! Join Brooklyn's award-winning Off-Off Broadway Theatre in an evening that celebrates 45 seasons and features performances by The Gallery Players' finest alumni, an open bar, light fare courtesy of some of Park Slope's best restaurants, raffle prizes and giveaways.

Gallery Players Presents THE 2nd ANNUAL GALLERY PARTY 9/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 15, 2011

The Gallery Players is throwing The Gallery Party! Join Brooklyn's award-winning Off-Off Broadway Theatre in an evening that celebrates 45 seasons and features performances by The Gallery Players' finest alumni, an open bar, light fare courtesy of some of Park Slope's best restaurants, raffle prizes and giveaways.

Firehouse Theatre Project Presents Hearts Online: An Online Dating Musical 8/14-15
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 14, 2011

Sunday, August 14 & Monday, August 15 at 7:30 p.m. FIREHOUSE'S READERS' THEATRE SERIES PRESENTS: HEARTS ONLINE: AN ONLINE DATING MUSICAL.

Photo Coverage: 2011 Drama Desk Awards Arrivals - Part 1
by Linda Lenzi - May 24, 2011

Last night, May 23, the 2011 Drama Desk Awards Ceremony took place at the Hammerstein Ballroom in Manhattan. The Book of Mormon, Anything Goes, War Horse and The Normal Heart were the night's big winners, with favorites Sutton Foster, Norbert Leo Butz, Bobby Cannavale, Frances McDormand, Laura Benanti, John Larroquette, Brian Bedford and Edie Falco taking home the evening's top performance honors. The Awards ceremony was hosted by Harvey Fierstein. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the evening's starry opening red carpet and brings you Part 1 of our complete photo coverage below!

Photo Flash: Stroman, Osnes, et al. at Astaire Awards After Party
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2011

The 29th Annual Fred & Adele Astaire Awards, hosted by Bebe Neuwirth and Lee Roy Reams at the magnificent Skirball Center for The Performing Arts at NYU once again honored excellence in dance and choreography on Broadway and in film. Susan Stroman took top honors for Best Choreographer on Broadway in a field of nine nominees for her stunning work in 'The Scottsboro Boys'. It was a record breaking 5th Astaire Award for the 5 time Tony Award and 5 time Drama Desk winner. Two time Tony Award Winner Bebe Neuwirth presented the award to Ms. Stroman. Sutton Foster star of 'Anything Goes' took home her second Astaire for Best Female Dancer on Broadway for her rousing performance as 'Reno Sweeney'. Her first Astaire was for 'Thoroughly Modern Millie'. Desmond Richardson, Tony nominee for 'Fosse' and co-founder and co-artistic director of Complexions Contemporary Ballet presented the award to Ms. Sutton. First timer Norbert Leo Butz star of 'Catch Me if You Can' took the prize for Best Male Dancer on Broadway presented by Tony and Drama Desk winner Karen Ziemba . Australia's Graeme Murphy and Janet Vernon won the Astaire for Excellence in Choreography in Film for their breathtaking dances in 'Mao's Last Dancer' presented by Tony Award winner Bill Irwin. Legendary dancer, choreographer, teacher and founder of the National Dance Institute Jacques d'Amboise received the Douglas Watt Lifetime Achievement Award named for the late drama critic and co-founder of the Award with Fred Astaire. Following a major tribute in dance including a brilliant performance by NYCB's Russell Janzen of a piece from the ballet 'Who Cares' created by George Balanchine and first danced by d'Amboise; an exuberant performance of 'Shall We Dance' by d'Amboise's students at the National Dance Institute and praiseful introductions by Len Cariou, Charlotte & Christopher d'Amboise, Brian Stokes Mitchell presented the award to Mr. d'Amboise.

Photo Coverage: THE GRAND MANNER Opens at Lincoln Center
by Peter James Zielinski - Jun 28, 2010

Yesterday, June 27, Lincoln Center Theater opened A. R. Gurney's new play, THE GRAND MANNER, directed by Mark Lamos, at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater (150 W. 65 Street). Kate Burton, Boyd Gaines, Bobby Steggert and Brenda Wehle comprise the four character cast of this world premiere production. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the opening night celebration.

Hartt Presents THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST 4/8-11
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2010

The Hartt School's Theatre Division presents The Importance of Being Earnest, Thursday, April 8, Friday, April 9, and Saturday, April 10, at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, April 11, at 3:00 PM. Performances are in the Edward C. and Ann T. Roberts Foundation Theater at the Mort and Irma Handel Performing Arts Center, 35 Westbourne Parkway, Hartford.

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