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And Toto too Theatre Presents Wendy Kout's NAKED IN ENINO World Premiere, Now thru 11/24
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2012


And Toto too Theatre Company today announces their final production of the 2012 season, the World Premiere of Naked in Encino by Wendy Kout.

DVR ALERT: Talk Show Listings For Thursday, November 8- Jessica Chastain and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 2, 2012


Talk Show Listings For Thurssday, November 8

Surfside Players' LA CAGE AUX FOLLIES Opens Tonight
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 2, 2012


Our biggest musical of the season opens TONIGHT! Presenting LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, the 1984 Tony winner for Best Musical, with book by Harvey Fierstein and music by Jerry Herman, based on the farce by Jean Poiret (which also inspired the Robin Williams / Nathan Lane movie The Birdcage). Transvestite nightclub owner Georges and performer Albin, two men partnered for better or worse, get a bit of both when Georges' son is engaged to the daughter of a right-wing politician. Georges agrees to masquerade as "normal" when meeting the family of the bride-to-be, but Albin has other plans.

Sofia Vergara, Jennifer Aniston & More to Support St. Jude This Holiday Season
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 2, 2012


Football legend and new host of LIVE with Kelly and Michael, Michael Strahan and Emmy® and Golden Globe award-winning actress, Sofia Vergara join the star-studded community of prominent personalities lending their time and talents in support of the St. Jude Thanks and Giving® campaign.

Labyrinth Theater Company's CELEBRITY CHARADES Delayed
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 2, 2012


Labyrinth Theater Company (Co-Artistic Directors Stephen Adly Guirgis, Mimi O'Donnell, Yul Vazquez and Managing Director, Danny Feldman), the award-winning, downtown ensemble, announced today its annual signature benefit Celebrity Charades 2012 will be postponed due the lingering effects of Hurricane Sandy. A new date has not yet been selected but is expected to be announced in the coming days. Labyrinth Theater Company's annual star-studded fundraising event remains one of the most popular 'happenings' of the year in New York City and was originally scheduled for Monday, November 5th at Capitale.

John Mayer, Roger Waters Join 6th Annual 'Stand Up For Heroes' Benefit
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 2, 2012


The Bob Woodruff Foundation(BWF) and the New York Comedy Festival are proud to announce that John Mayer and Roger Waters will perform at the 6th annual Stand Up for Heroes event on Thursday, Nov. 8, at the Beacon Theatre, in addition to previously announced performers Mike Birbiglia, Ricky Gervais, Patton Oswalt, Jon Stewart, Bruce Springsteen and Robin Williams. Roger Waters will be performing with a band comprised of military veterans.

Surfside Players Welcome LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, 11/2-18
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2012


Surfside Players' biggest musical of the season opens in two weeks. Presenting LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, the 1984 Tony winner for Best Musical, with book by Harvey Fierstein and music by Jerry Herman, based on the farce by Jean Poiret (which also inspired the Robin Williams / Nathan Lane movie The Birdcage).

Leslie Iwerks & Hearst Corporation Announce CITIZEN HEARST Documentary
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 31, 2012


The First Documentary Chronicling the 125-Year History of the Media Giant Founded by William Randolph Hearst; Docu Screens at Asia Society Texas Center in Houston Tonight Leslie Iwerks Productions and Hearst Corporation announced that one of the great media success stories -- the compelling and dramatic story of the rise of one of America's best known companies -- is told in a new full-feature documentary, CITIZEN HEARST

Robin & Linda Williams: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Concert Plays ShenanArts, 12/16
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2012


ShenanArts has announce da holiday concert with the incredible Robin & Linda Williams, set for Sunday, December 16th at 3 p.m.

STAGE TUBE: Audience Members React to BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO at BCA Plaza Theatre
by Stage Tube - Oct 30, 2012


Rajiv Joseph's BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO makes its New England Premiere, directed by Shawn LaCount through November 17, 2012 at BCA Plaza Theatre. Click below to watch audience members react to the show!

ABC's EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION to Return for The Holidays
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 26, 2012


The heart-tugging, original feel-good series, EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION returns to ABC with four special holiday-themed episodes.

New York Comedy Festival Presents THE ART OF COMEDY in Little Italy and at Carolines on Broadway, Beg. 11/3
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2012


The New York Comedy Festival presents, in association with Vandalog.com, Little Italy, and Montana Cans, announced today the addition of "The Art of Comedy," a series of events and art installations involving New York's most talented street artists that will take place this November. "The Art of Comedy" brings together acclaimed artists Ron English, Hanksy, and Gilf! who will showcase their respective humorous works of art in an effort to bring smiles to the faces of millions of New Yorkers.

Beth Leavel, Marc Kudisch and More Set for Town Hall's BEST OF BROADWAY BY THE YEAR, 10/26
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 25, 2012


The Town Hall's Eighth Annual Broadway Cabaret Festival concludes with The Best of Broadway By The Year on Friday October 26th at 8pm. The festival kicked off with Linda Eder's, Linda Eder, A New Life on Saturday October 13 and continued with Broadway Originals! on Sunday October 21st. The festival is created, written and hosted by Scott Siegel.

Additional Events Announced for NY Comedy Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 24, 2012


NYC & Company, New York City's official marketing, tourism and partnership organization, New York Comedy Festival and Comedy Central today announced four additional free events, including bus tours, improv shows, and walking tours, during Comedy Week, November 5-11.

Surfside Players Welcome LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, 11/2-18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2012


Surfside Players' biggest musical of the season opens in two weeks. Presenting LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, the 1984 Tony winner for Best Musical, with book by Harvey Fierstein and music by Jerry Herman, based on the farce by Jean Poiret (which also inspired the Robin Williams / Nathan Lane movie The Birdcage).

Dr. Charlotte K. Frank and Marvin Leffler Receive Town Hall's 'Friend of the Arts' Award at Gala, 10/21
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2012


The Town Hall, New York City's landmark theatre and concert venue (123 West 43rd Street) honors two influential individuals: Dr. Charlotte K Frank, Senior Vice President of McGraw Hill and Chair of the Town Hall Arts and Education Committee, and Marvin Leffler, in recognition of 34 years as President of The Town Hall. They will receive The Town Hall's 'Friend of the Arts' Award tonight, October 21st, 2012.

The Triad to Re-Launch as STAGE 72 in November; Susie Essman, Mario Cantone and More in Lineup
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 18, 2012


This November, after five years of ongoing renovations, the popular Upper West Side performance space the Triad Theater (158 West 72nd Street) will officially re-launch as STAGE 72 as a part of the New York Comedy Festival, which will include performances and appearances by Susie Essman, David Steinberg, Meredith Vieira, two special editions of Celebrity Autobiography featuring Janeane Garofalo, Tony Danza, Mario Cantone, Oscar-nominee Jennifer Tilly, SNL alum Rachel Dratch, and more.

Dr. Charlotte K. Frank and Marvin Leffler Receive Town Hall's 'Friend of the Arts' Award at Gala, 10/21
by BWW News Desk - Oct 17, 2012


The Town Hall, New York City's landmark theatre and concert venue (123 West 43rd Street) honors two influential individuals: Dr. Charlotte K Frank, Senior Vice President of McGraw Hill and Chair of the Town Hall Arts and Education Committee, and Marvin Leffler, in recognition of 34 years as President of The Town Hall. They will receive The Town Hall's 'Friend of the Arts' Award on Sunday, October 21st, 2012.

BWW Interview: Merritt David Janes Looking Forward to Touring with CATCH ME IF YOU CAN
by Kathy Strain - Oct 14, 2012


CATCH ME IF YOU CAN started its U.S. Tour in Providence Rhode Island this week. As the tour begins, there are many cities along the way they will stop in. Merritt David Janes, who plays the role of Carl Hanratty, is looking forward to a return visit to San Antonio as one of the early stops on this brand new tour. As Merritt shared experiences, it was easy to see why he was a perfect fit for this role in CATCH ME IF YOU CAN.

Lifetime Announces Star-Studded Holiday Movie Slate
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 11, 2012


Lifetime today unveiled It's a Wonderful Lifetime, its major star-studded holiday movie slate featuring the world premieres of ten Lifetime Original Movies featuring such beloved stars as David Hasselhoff, Mira Sorvino, Haylie Duff, Ralph Macchio, Lea Thompson, Marilu Henner, Harry Hamlin and numerous others, including Shelley Long and George Wendt reuniting together for the first time since Cheers.

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