David Bowie Tribute Set for Spencer Theatre, 7/7
by Tyler Peterson
- Jun 29, 2016
?David Brighton is the world's best David Bowie impersonator and performer with one of the most entertaining tribute acts ever to hit the stage. His "Space Oddity" is a brilliant and astounding tribute, perfectly mirroring the electrifying superstar, an avante guard musician, composer, lyricist, actor and dramatist who was always ahead of what came next! >From pop/rock legend and mime dancer to space alien Ziggy Stardust, David Brighton and his stellar five-man band chronicle all of David Bowie's Ch-Ch-Changes in electrifying Technicolor.
Photo Flash: Apollo Theater Hosts Spring Gala, Featuring LL Cool J, Prince Tribute & More
by Tyler Peterson
- Jun 14, 2016
Last evening, the Apollo Theater celebrated its 11th Annual Spring Gala raising $1.7M for its year-round artistic and community programming initiatives. The concert portion of the evening was hosted by LL COOL J, and opened with the dynamic dancing duo Laurent & Larry Bourgeois of Les Twins. The concert also featured performances by legendary R&B group, The O'Jays including rousing version of Love Train, The Backstabbers, For the Love of Money and more. Rising star vocalist, Leon Bridges brought the crowd to its feet with a performance of Mustang Sally and vocalist Andra Day performed her hit song City Burns,followed by a touching performance of Unforgettable in tribute to legendary songstress Natalie Cole. Host LL COOL J also joined DJ D-Nice for a tribute to Phife Dawg of A Tribe Called Quest - one of several iconic artists lost in 2016.
Simply Full of Jazz! Meet the Whole Cast of 'SHUFFLE ALONG', Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Meet the Cast
- Apr 28, 2016
A re-imagined version of the 1921 musical SHUFFLE ALONG, one of the earliest stage hits starring, written and directed by African-Americans, opens tonight, April 28, on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre. SHUFFLE ALONG has a new book and is directed by George C. Wolfe, choreographed by Savion Glover. Scroll down to learn more about the company, plus watch SUNDAY MORNING's recent behind-the-scenes look at the show!
ALL OR NOTHING to Launch UK Tour in June
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 20, 2016
ALL OR NOTHING, the new musical which has been a sell-out sensation in London, today announces a UK wide tour, starting on Monday 6 June at the Hawth Theatre in Crawley and playing nationwide through until 29 October at the Wycombe Swan. Confirmed casting includes Carol Harrison as 'Kay Marriott'.
Nazareth College Department of Theatre and Dance's GREASE Begins Today
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 15, 2016
The Nazareth College Theatre and Dance Department and Theatre League presents Grease - the three-time Tony Award-nominated musical about 10 working-class high school seniors, that is as popular today as when it premiered in 1971 - as the fourth and final show in the department's 2015-2016 production season. The show will run for one weekend only, beginning today, April 15 and 16 at 8 p.m. and April 17 at 2 p.m.; in the Callahan Theater at Nazareth College Arts Center.
Nazareth College Department of Theatre and Dance Presents GREASE This Weekend
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 13, 2016
The Nazareth College Theatre and Dance Department and Theatre League are pleased to present Grease - the three-time Tony Award-nominated musical about 10 working-class high school seniors, that is as popular today as when it premiered in 1971 - as the fourth and final show in the department's 2015-2016 production season. The show will run for one weekend only: April 15 and 16 at 8 p.m. and April 17 at 2 p.m.; in the Callahan Theater at Nazareth College Arts Center.
KING JOHN Cast Announced at Rose Theatre Kingston
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 11, 2016
Rose Theatre Kingston today announces cast for King John. Trevor Nunn returns to the Rose to direct Jamie Ballard as King John, Howard Charles as Philip the Bastard, Lisa Dillon as Constance and Maggie Steed as Queen Eleanor.
Nazareth College Department of Theatre and Dance to Present GREASE
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 28, 2016
The Nazareth College Theatre and Dance Department and Theatre League are pleased to present Grease - the three-time Tony Award-nominated musical about 10 working-class high school seniors, that is as popular today as when it premiered in 1971 - as the fourth and final show in the department's 2015-2016 production season. The show will run for one weekend only: April 15 and 16 at 8 p.m. and April 17 at 2 p.m.; in the Callahan Theater at Nazareth College Arts Center.
The Charlie Daniels Band to Perform at bergenPAC, 4/28
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 21, 2016
Bergen Performing Arts Center located at 30 North Van Brunt Street in Englewood, New Jersey presents: The Charlie Daniels Band-Thursday, April 28, 2016 at 8PM. Purchase tickets at www.ticketmaster.com or Box Office at 201.227.1030.
Catalina Bar & Grill to Present Alexis Gershwin in GERSHWIN SINGS GERSHWIN, 3/22
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 3, 2016
Catalina Bar & Grill will present singer ALEXIS GERSHWIN, the niece of the iconic American composer and lyricist, GEORGE & IRA GERSHWIN, in a 75-minute musical journey and salute to her uncle's music in a show entitled 'GERSHWIN SINGS GERSHWIN,' backed by The Gershwin Singers & Band, under the musical direction of Steven Applegate, to be presented One Night Only on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 8:30 p.m. at Catalina Bar & Grill; 6725 West Sunset Boulevard (just east of North Highland Avenue); Los Angeles, CA 90028. There is $20 Cover Charge, plus dinner or a two-drink minimum per person. Valet Parking is available.
2015 BroadwayWorld South Africa Awards - Last Week to Vote!
by BWW Special Coverage
- Dec 24, 2015
Happy Holidays! It's the last week to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld South Africa Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!
Broadway Buddies Ambler & Brandt to Premiere New Duo Act at Feinstein's at the Nikko
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 9, 2015
Singers and actors Jim Ambler [Footloose (original Broadway cast), Saturday Night Fever, The Producers, Cats] and Pierce Peter Brandt (Les Miserables, Martin Guerre, Jesus Christ Superstar) are making their cabaret debut as a duo in 'Two on the Boards' at Feinstein's at the Nikko in San Francisco on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 (7pm, doors open 5:30).
A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN's Randy Johnson to Bring Rosetta Tharpe to the Stage in SHOUT, SISTER, SHOUT!
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 12, 2015
BroadwayWorld has learned that writer and director Randy Johnson (A Night With Janis Joplin -- Broadway and currently at Pasadena Playhouse) has obtained the stage rights to Gayle Wald's biography SHOUT, SISTER, SHOUT!: THE UNTOLD STORY OF ROCK-AND-ROLL TRAILBLAZER ROSETTA THARPE (Beacon Press, 2007). Johnson is currently in discussion with producers and regional theatres to present and produce SHOUT, SISTER, SHOUT! for the 2016/17 season.
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