BWW Reviews: Muny Closes 2011 Season with Spirited Production of BYE BYE BIRDIE
by Harrison Kaplan
- Aug 10, 2011
Audiences will probably be more familiar with the 1963 film version of BYE BYE BIRDIE from its innumerable screenings on television, with Dick Van Dyke, Ann Margaret, Janet Leigh, Maureen Stapleton and Paul Lynde all making vivid impressions under George Sidney's direction. But, seeing it live really is a special treat, especially on the expansive Muny stage. Opening night even provided the most gloriously mild weather one could have hoped for to enjoy this oft-played, but rarely perfected delight. Charles Strouse and Lee Adams wrote a number of memorable songs for this musical, and Michael Stewart's lightweight, but entertaining script which mixes romance and a satire on the cult of personality is a fairly sturdy framework to hang them upon. Happily, the production currently playing at the Muny is well worth your time and attention, and certainly beats seeing the film again for the umpteenth time.
Pandora Productions Presents THE NEW CENTURY
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Jun 13, 2011
In this collection of four short comedies by renowned playwright Paul Rudnick, author of Jeffrey and The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told, THE NEW CENTURY is hilarious and touching all at once with jokes and one-liners delivered rapid fire, hitting the audience squarely between the eyes…and in the heart.
Pandora Productions Presents THE NEW CENTURY
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Jun 6, 2011
In this collection of four short comedies by renowned playwright Paul Rudnick, author of Jeffrey and The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told, THE NEW CENTURY is hilarious and touching all at once with jokes and one-liners delivered rapid fire, hitting the audience squarely between the eyes…and in the heart.
Academy Premieres Digitally Restored BYE BYE BIRDIE, 4/27
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 27, 2011
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will premiere a new digital restoration of 'Bye Bye Birdie' on Wednesday, April 27, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. Hosted by film critic Stephen Farber, the evening will feature a Digital Cinema presentation with a newly restored 4-channel stereo soundtrack, followed by an onstage discussion with special guests Ann-Margret and Bobby Rydell.
Northwestern University Presents WAA-MU: WHAT’S NEXT? 4/29-5/7
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Apr 21, 2011
Celebrating its 80th Anniversary, Northwestern University's Waa-Mu show enters a new chapter with award-winning faculty member David Bell directing "the greatest college show in America" for the first time with WAA-MU: WHAT'S NEXT?
Academy Premieres Digitally Restored BYE BYE BIRDIE, 4/27
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 6, 2011
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will premiere a new digital restoration of 'Bye Bye Birdie' on Wednesday, April 27, at 7:30 p.m. at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. Hosted by film critic Stephen Farber, the evening will feature a Digital Cinema presentation with a newly restored 4-channel stereo soundtrack, followed by an onstage discussion with special guests Ann-Margret and Bobby Rydell.
New Broadway Team Takes Over Bucks County Playhouse
by Nicole Rosky
- Dec 22, 2010
After the resignation of owner/producer Ralph Miller, the Bucks County Playhouse will be officially taken over by a slew of theatre professionals and notable New Hope residents. The takeover of the 450 seat, historic venue occurs after recently being repossesed by Stonebridge bank. Renovation plans are in store for the historic theatre, which will be headed by the newly developed Bucks County Playhouse Conservancy.
The Lennon Sisters Celebrate 55 Years In Entertainment
by Robert Diamond
- Dec 14, 2010
The Lennon Sisters, who made their first appearance on The Lawrence Welk Christmas Show for ABC TV in 1955, will celebrate their 55th Anniversary this year. From that very first night on television, America was captivated by the sweet harmonies of sixteen-year-old Dianne (Dee Dee), fourteen-year-old Peggy, twelve-year-old Kathy, and nine-year-old Janet Lennon, dubbing them 'America's Sweethearts of Song.'
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