STAGE TUBE: SHUFFLE ALONG's George C. Wolfe on the Footnote of 1921
by Nicole Rosky
- Dec 18, 2015
The show marks a reunion for legendary tap dancer and choreographer Savion Glover and director George C. Wolfe, who first worked together in Broadway's JELLY'S LAST JAM. In the preview below, Wolfe chats about what fascinates him about the subject matter.
Audra McDonald-Led SHUFFLE ALONG Shifts Spring Opening to April 28
by Nicole Rosky
- Dec 9, 2015
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Shuffle Along Or The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed has shifted its spring performance schedule. Instead of opening on April 21, 2016, the show will now open on April 28, with previews beginning on March 15.
Audra McDonald Will Take 3 Months Away from SHUFFLE ALONG in Summer 2016
by Nicole Rosky
- Sep 15, 2015
BroadwayWorld has just learned that six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, who will star next spring in Shuffle Along Or The Making of the Musical Sensation of 1921 and All That Followed, will take a break from the show next summer. An official show rep commented: 'Due to a pre-existing commitment, Audra McDonald will not appear in Shuffle Along from Tuesday, June 21 to Sunday, September 25, 2016. Miss McDonald will return to Shuffle Along beginning Tuesday, September 27 and is currently contracted to stay with the production through Sunday, June 11, 2017.'
On the Twentieth Century Closes on Broadway
by Roundabout Theatre Company
- Jul 23, 2015
On the Twentieth Century, our final musical revival of the 2014-2015 season, closed on Sunday, July 19 at the American Airlines Theatre. The critically acclaimed production played a total of 144 performances from its first preview on February 12. Starring Kristin Chenoweth and Peter Gallagher, On the Twentieth Century came in with a roar and was greeted with rave reviews from publications such as The New York Times, Variety, and Daily News. Audiences thoroughly enjoyed this 'screwball comedy' that was 'performed with manic energy by a super cast toplined by charismatic stars' (Variety).
Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for the 2015 Fred and Adele Astaire Awards!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy
- Jun 2, 2015
Broadway legend Joel Grey (CABARET, WICKED) and Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein (FINDING NEVERLAND) were honored last night at this year's Fred and Adele Astaire Awards. The gala evening CELEBRATED the 2015 season's outstanding dance and choreography on Broadway and film. Winners included Leanne Cope for Best Female Dancer, Robert Fairchild and Tony Yazbeck (tie) for Best Male Dancer and Christopher Wheeldon and Joshua Bergasse (tie) for Best Choreography.
BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the red carpet below!
ON THE TOWN and AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Tie at the 2015 Astaire Awards!
by Nicole Rosky
- Jun 2, 2015
Broadway legend Joel Grey (CABARET, WICKED) and Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein (FINDING NEVERLAND) will be the honorees at this year's Fred and Adele Astaire Awards. The gala evening celebrates the 2015 season's outstanding dance and choreography on Broadway and film. The event will take place tonight, June 1, 2015 at NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, with this year's nominations announced on May 4 at Central Park.
2015 Astaire Awards Celebrate Top Dancers, Joel Grey and More This Evening
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 1, 2015
Broadway legend Joel Grey (CABARET, WICKED) and Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein (FINDING NEVERLAND) will be the honorees at this year's Fred and Adele Astaire Awards. The gala evening celebrates the 2015 season's outstanding dance and choreography on Broadway and film. The event will take place tonight, June 1, 2015 at NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, with this year's nominations announced on May 4 at Central Park.
ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Two-Disc Cast Recording Released Today
by BWW News Desk
- May 19, 2015
Roundabout Theatre Company's Tony-nominated revival of On the Twentieth Century, which opened to widespread critical acclaim on Broadway, is now extended by two weeks through July 19, 2015 only, and the new Broadway Cast Recording is out today, May 19, via PS Classics.
Photo Coverage: Kristin Chenoweth & More Celebrate Release of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Cast Album!
by Walter McBride
- May 18, 2015
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, PS Classics recorded the cast album of the critically acclaimed Broadway revival of On the Twentieth Century on Monday, March 23, 2015. This new Broadway Cast Recording will be released on May 19, 2015. The album is currently available for pre-order at the PS Classics website, psclassics.com, and on Amazon.com. Bobby Flay just hosted a private listening party for the cast at his Bar Americain, and you can check out photos from the special night below!
Photo Coverage: Broadway Gathers to Celebrate Morgan Freeman and Michael Bloomberg at The Actors Fund Gala
by Jennifer Broski
- May 12, 2015
The Actors Fund's annual gala last night, May 11, 2015 honored Academy Award-winning actor Morgan Freeman and three-term mayor of New York City, entrepreneur and philanthropist Michael R. Bloomberg, Founder of Bloomberg LP and Bloomberg Philanthropies. Bloomberg and Freeman received The Fund's Medal of Honor, the highest award given by the 133-year old non-profit human services organization serving everyone in performing arts and entertainment.
BroadwayWorld was there for the special night, and you can check out photo coverage below!
2015 Award Season
by Roundabout Theatre Company
- May 11, 2015
We're thrilled that On the Twentieth Century is the most nominated revival of the season! Congratulations to all our nominees this awards season.
Photo Flash: Stars of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY and More Celebrate Tony Nominee David Rockwell
by BWW News Desk
- May 5, 2015
On Monday, May 4, Cooper Hewitt Museum celebrated the Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY with special guest: Cooper Hewitt Trustee David Rockwell (nominated for two 2015 Tony Awards for his scenic designs of 'TWENTIETH CENTURY' and YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU). Scroll down for photos from the event!
Robert Fairchild, Leanne Cope, Tony Yazbeck, Melanie Moore & More Pick Up 2015 Astaire Award Nominations!
by Nicole Rosky
- May 4, 2015
Broadway legend Joel Grey (CABARET, WICKED) and Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein (FINDING NEVERLAND) will be the honorees at this year's Fred and Adele Astaire Awards. The gala evening celebrates the 2015 season's outstanding dance and choreography on Broadway and film. The event will take place on June 1, 2015 at NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.
Check out who picked up nominations below!
ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Cancels June Performance for Kristin Chenoweth's Tony Awards Gig
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 30, 2015
BroadwayWorld has confirmed that Roundabout Theatre Company is canceling its June 7th matinee of On the Twentieth Century to accommodate star Kristin Chenoweth's co-hosting gig with Alan Cumming for the 2015 TONY AWARDS and the cast's performance that evening. Chenoweth will also be absent from the 8 p.m. show on June 6th.
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