New Group News

Artistic Director David Winitsky and Producer Jenny Levison, of the Jewish Plays Project have announced the plays that have been chosen for OPEN: The Festival of New Jewish Theater at the 14th Street Y. The performances and readings of these plays will be held June 10-30, 2013 at the Theater at 14th Street Y, 344 East 14th Street (between 1st and 2nd Ave), New York, NY.

A new group of seven major brands and retailers committed to signing the binding Bangladesh fire and safety accord according to the Worker Rights Consortium. Included in this new group of retailers are Marks & Spencer, Benetton and Mango.

mun2, the leading Hispanic cable network for young Hispanic adults, premieres its highly-anticipated music-celeb reality series ALERTA ZERO today, May 11 at 3pm ET/ 2C.

Jason Forbach, currently appearing as Enjolras in the 25th Anniversary National Tour of Les Miserables slated for Broadway next season, will present a one-night-only concert 'A New Leading Man' in North Central College's Madden Theater in Naperville, IL. The concert will be presented May 19th at the Madden Theater at 6 p.m.

Phil Cordell, global head, focused service and Hampton brand management at Hilton Worldwide and Jim Holthouser, executive vice president, global brands at Hilton Worldwide welcomed nearly 150 hospitality industry leaders and New York City VIPs for the grand opening of Hampton Hotels' 1,900th property, the Hampton Inn Manhattan/United Nations, yesterday evening, May 8. In addition to marking the 1,900 milestone, the evening celebrated the overall growth of Hampton Hotels, the international brand of mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites and Hampton by Hilton properties.

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Will 'Big Fish' swim? 'Buddy,' the Bee Gees, 'Flashdance' and the new 'Phantom,' plus our own 'South Pacific,' Waa-Mu, 'A New Brain,' a showtune showdown and more!

mun2, the leading Hispanic cable network for young Hispanic adults, premieres its highly-anticipated music-celeb reality series ALERTA ZERO this Saturday May 11 at 3pm ET/ 2C.

Northern New Jersey's newest theater company presents The Pillowman by Martin McDonagh. BWW talks to the Managing Director and the director of the production.

Stage Left Studio, 214 W. 30th Street, is celebrating its third Drama Desk nominated show, Tom Gualtieri and Heather Hill's That Play: A Solo Macbeth, with added performances May 2, 9, 11, 14, 15, 16 & 25 at 7:30pm. Nominated this year for 'Unique Theatrical Experience' THAT PLAY has enjoyed a long run in New York City and continued rave reviews from both critics and audience.

Today, May 3rd at 12 noon, Brave New World Enterprises, LLC will present a Special Pre-Broadway Workshop Table Reading of the new musical based on Aldous Huxley's novel, BRAVE NEW WORLD. The presentation, directed by SHERYL KALLER, with musical direction by JOHN McDANIEL, will take place at the Snapple Theatre Center (1627 Broadway) for invited industry audiences only.

The Whitney Museum in New York has commissioned a new work by playwright Thomas Bradshaw for the Blues For Smoke Exhibition Live Performances to premiere today, April 26 through April 28, at the Whitney.

Profiles Theatre Artistic Directors Darrell W. Cox and Joe Jahraus announce the 25th Anniversary Season featuring a full slate of new and challenging works premiering at the Profiles Theatre Complex on North Broadway. The upcoming season features six productions including the Midwest premieres of Wrecks by Neil LaBute, the award-winning play Cock by Mike Bartlett, Hunter Gatherers by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb, In God's Hat by Rhett Rossi and Gidion's Knot by Johnna Adams. Additionally, Profiles acclaimed production of Hellcab by Will Kern, one of Chicago theatre's longest running hits, returns for the holiday season. These six productions alternate between Profiles' two venues, The Main Stage at 4139 N. Broadway and The Alley Stage at 4147 N. Broadway.

Almost universally known as lead singer of Big Time Rush, America's most well-known boy band and Nickelodeon's hit television series, fewer are aware, however, of Kendall Schmidt's plans for a music career following his performance as Kendall Knight on Big Time Rush.

Almost universally known as lead singer of Big Time Rush, America's most well-known boy band and Nickelodeon's hit television series, fewer are aware, however, of Kendall Schmidt's plans for a music career following his performance as Kendall Knight on Big Time Rush. With music, acting, dancing, and producing in his veins, Kendall is laying the foundation for a unique career transition. Kendall's been fortunate to meet many talented artists during his already successful career who are now encouraging him to set out on his own. Having the support of the music community will be a great boon for this global star.

“Run, but don't run away” opens the chorus of this new single, a unique collaboration between South African musician Gazelle, Dither Down mainstay Jogyo and vocalist Devi Mambouka. 3 NYC-based transplants of African descent who have come together to create an invocation to “Change your perspective” and “Face your fears.” The result is “R.U.N”, an acronym of sorts that Jogyo says means “Remember Union Now.” It's an infectious track, which features hypnotic guitar riffs, pounding beats and haunting lyrics. Each artist contributes vocals that highlight their signature styles, while at the same time seamlessly blending together. Click below to watch the video!

Opening at the Palazzo delle Esposizioni, Rome, today, April 23, 2013, 'Empire State' explores the constantly shifting realities and mythologies of New York City as a 'New Rome.'

This Summer, Syfy's new original programming will transport viewers into imaginative worlds and extreme adventures with the premieres of reality series Exit (June 4), Joe Rogan Questions Everything (July 16), Notorious Hauntings (July 16) and Cosworld (August 27)

The New Group announced today that Ayub Khan Din has stepped into the title role in the new musical Bunty Berman Presents..., replacing actor Erick Avari who withdrew from the production last week on doctor's orders following an injury. The world premiere of this musical comedy, with book & lyrics by Ayub Khan Din and music by Ayub Khan Din and Paul Bogaev, is directed by Scott Elliott. Previews began April 12. Performances resume Wednesday, April 24 in advance of Official Opening Night on Thursday, May 9 at 7:00pm. A limited Off-Broadway engagement is slated through June 1 at The New Group at Theatre Row (The Acorn Theatre / 410 West 42nd Street).

Roulette Presents Craig Taborn, Chants, featuring Thomas Morgan and Gerald Cleaver, on Monday, May 6, 8pm.

Preview performances of Bunty Berman Presents... will not take place Friday, April 19, Saturday, April 20 and Monday, April 22 at The New Group. Actor Erick Avari sustained an injury from a fall during a rehearsal earlier this week, and as a result, has withdrawn from the show on doctor's orders.