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Date of Death: November 23, 1990 (74)

Birth Place: Llandaff, WALES

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CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Plays the Aurora Fox, Now thru 6/27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 11, 2013


The Aurora Fox Little Foxes Children's Theatre presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (adapted by Richard R. George based on the book by Roald Dahl).

Alex Gaumond To Join Cast of MATILDA, September 2013!
by Carrie Dunn - Jun 10, 2013


Alex Gaumond will join the company in the role of Miss Trunchbull and Kay Murphy will play Mrs Wormwood from 3 September 2013. Haley Flaherty will continue in the role of Miss Honey until 7 September 2014. Further casting will be announced soon.

MATILDA's Rob Howell Wins Best Scenic Design, Musical
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 9, 2013


Rob Howell has won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Scenic Design of a Musical for MATILDA THE MUSICAL.

MATILDA's Hugh Vanstone Wins Best Lighting Design, Musical
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 9, 2013


Hugh Vanstone has won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Lighting Design of a Musical for MATILDA THE MUSICAL.

MATILDA's Tim Minchin to Appear on Studio 360 This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Jun 7, 2013


Tim Minchin, the Tony Award nominated composer of Matilda The Musical will be a guest on STUDIO 360 this weekend. Listen as he plays select songs from the hit and speaks with host Kurt Andersen about his music and lyrics for the show, which has received 12 Tony Award nominations including one for Best Musical.

Luis Alfaro's AESOP IN RANCHO CUCAMONGA to Open MainStreet Theatre Company's 2013-14 Season, 10/26
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 7, 2013


The MainStreet Theatre Company is delighted to announce its 2013/2014 season - the 8th for Rancho Cucamonga's resident company for children and families. The three-show season includes a world premiere, a west coast premiere, and a family friendly musical, all based on children's literature. All three shows will be performed in the company's home, the beautiful City owned and operated 536 seat Lewis Family Playhouse.

CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Play the Aurora Fox, 6/11-27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2013


The Aurora Fox Little Foxes Children's Theatre presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (adapted by Richard R. George based on the book by Roald Dahl).

Photo Coverage: The Oompa Loompas In CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY!
by Carrie Dunn - Jun 5, 2013


The world premiere stage production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has released the first picture of the Oompa Loompas on stage.

TV Exclusive: Sing Along to MATILDA's 'Revolting Children'!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Jun 3, 2013


Winner of a record-breaking seven Olivier Awards including Best Musical, Matilda The Musical is more than a show, it's a phenomenon. Based on the beloved novel by best-selling author Roald Dahl (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Fantastic Mr. Fox), Matilda The Musical is the story of an extraordinary girl who dreams of a better life. Armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, Matilda dares to take a stand and change her destiny. Watch the video below and listen to the cast of MATILDA perform 'Revolting Children'!

VIDEO: MATILDA Stars Chat Broadway Debut on CBS
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 3, 2013


The four young stars of Broadway's MATILDA THE MUSICAL, Sophia Gennusa, Bailey Ryon, Oona Laurence, and Milly Shapiro, spoke to Mo Rocca on CBS THIS MORNING about the show, and their debut Broadway performances. Check out the appearance below!

Tim Federle Hosts Shubert Foundation and MTI Broadway's Junior Student Celebration Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2013


Tim Federle, Broadway performer and author of Simon & Schuster's, Better Nate Than Ever, (a New York Times Editor's Choice), will serve as Master of Ceremonies as hundreds of students from middle and intermediate New York City Public Schools make their Broadway debut on stage at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 W. 44 St.) today, June 3rd at 10:30 a.m. (Press set up at 9:30 a.m.; select pre-show photo ops at 10 a.m.).

Culture Project Names Theatre After Lynn Redgrave; Ceremony Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2013


Culture Project will rename their mainstage theatre, currently known as 45 Bleecker Street, the Lynn Redgrave Theatre this June. The announcement was made onstage by Mr. Buchman during the opening night curtain call for Culture Project's current production of Shaheed: The Dream and Death of Benazir Bhutto. A naming ceremony and commemorative gala in honor of the late Ms. Redgrave will take place today, June 3, 2013 at Stage 48 (605 West 48th Street, New York City). Honorary Chairs for the evening are Vanessa Redgrave, Liam Neeson, and Ms. Redgrave's three children Annabel Clark, Ben Clark, and Pema Clark.

JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, GOODNIGHT MOON and More Set for NW Children's Theater & School's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2013


As NW Children's Theatre & School introduces its 21st Season of Plays, NWCT promises to 'never grow up!' Building on the most successful season in two decades, NWCT flies off the stage with epic adventures, bedtime stories told in new languages, a bebop-infused spin on a childhood classic, and a triumphant return to Neverland!

Tim Minchin Reveals Plans for MATILDA US Tour, Film?
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2013


In a radio interview with Australia's 96FM, Tim Minchin discussed MATILDA's future plans beyond Broadway, mentioning a US tour and a film!

STAGE TUBE: MATILDA's Bertie Carvel Introduces 2013 Scripps National Spelling Bee
by Stage Tube - May 31, 2013


MATILDA THE MUSICAL was featured on ESPN this week when the Broadway hit collaborated with the Scripps National Spelling Bee to celebrate the power of words, learning and education. The 86th Annual Bee opened with a segment shot on stage at the Shubert Theatre featuring a monologue penned by the show's Tony Award nominated book writer Dennis Kelly and performed by Tony Award nominated Bertie Carvel as the terrifying Miss Trunchbull. Watch it below!

Cast of MATILDA to Perform on CBS THIS MORNING, 6/3
by Tyler Peterson - May 31, 2013


MATILDA THE MUSICAL will be featured on "CBS This Morning" this Monday, June 3, when the show's Tony Award nominated composer and lyricist Tim Minchin and the four girls who share the title role join correspondent Mo Rocca for an interview and performance. The four "Matildas" (Sophia Gennusa, Oona Laurence, Bailey Ryon and Milly Shapiro) will each receive a Tony Honor for Excellence in the Theater.

DEATH OF A SALESMAN and More Set for South Coast Rep's 50th Season
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2013


South Coast Repertory's 50th season blends five world premieres with classics and modern masterpieces. The slate includes Arthur Miller's American classic Death of a Salesman, the musical The Light in the Piazza and the world premiere of Rest by Samuel D. Hunter. The season concludes with the play that started it all for SCR in 1964: Moliere's Tartuffe. Season subscriptions are available now; single tickets go on sale in August.

Tim Federle to Host Shubert Foundation and MTI Broadway's Junior Student Celebration, 6/3
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2013


Tim Federle, Broadway performer and author of Simon & Schuster's, Better Nate Than Ever, (a New York Times Editor's Choice), will serve as Master of Ceremonies as hundreds of students from middle and intermediate New York City Public Schools make their Broadway debut on stage at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 W. 44 St.) on Monday, June 3rd at 10:30 a.m. (Press set up at 9:30 a.m.; select pre-show photo ops at 10 a.m.).

HBO Announces 21st Bryant Park Summer Film Fest Lineup: E.T., TOOTSIE, & More!
by Tyler Peterson - May 29, 2013


Once again, Bryant Park will be a destination for film buffs on summer nights in New York City, with an incredible line up for the 21st year of the HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival presented by Bank of America with the Wall Street Journal and Magnum Ice Cream in association with Bryant Park Corporation.

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