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Playhouse On Park's COMEDY NIGHT Series Continues January 8
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2021


Come to Playhouse on Park for 90 minutes of laughs on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 8pm. Brian Scott McFadden and Bob DiBuono will co-headline. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the show. Tickets are $17.50, all seats reserved. 

Which Christmas Songs Suit Your Favorite Broadway Shows?
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 25, 2021


This year we're taking a look at some of Broadway's best shows to see where they land in the holiday equation. Since handsomely orchestrated songs built around specific feelings and happenings are kind of our thing, let's see which of our favorite shows can be tied to some of our most timeless Christmas tunes!

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld San Antonio Awards; BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021


Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld San Antonio Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Marc Maron Returns To Playhouse Square in May 2022
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2021


Marc Maron has four hit stand-up comedy specials -including “MORE LATER”(2015) on Epix, and “THINKY PAIN”(2013),“MARCMARON: TOO REAL'(2017) and 2020's“END TIMES FUN', which was nominated for a 2021 Critics' Choice Award, on Netflix.

Photos: See Glenn Close, Dan Levy, Diane Warren & More at REVELS & REVELATIONS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2021


Glenn Close and the Bring Change to Mind Board of Directors hosted “Revels & Revelations 9,” a special celebration, which raised $1 million in support of teen mental health on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at City Winery in New York City.

Marc Shaiman to Write the Score For Billy Eichner's BROS
by Michael Major - Dec 3, 2021


Hairspray Tony-winner Marc Shaiman will score Billy Eichner's new gay rom-com. Shaiman has also written the score for films like South Park, The First Wives Club, The American President, Sleepless in Seattle, Broadcast News, When Harry Met Sally, Beaches, City Slickers, The Addams Family, A Few Good Men, Sister Act, and George of the Jungle.

Review Roundup: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Opens on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 5, 2021


Mrs. Doubtfire, the new musical comedy, officially opened on Broadway tonight, December 5, at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 W 43rd St). Check out what the critics are saying!

BWW Interview: Alex Edelman Talks His Jewish Identity, Confronting White Nationalists & More in JUST FOR US
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2021


Just For Us weaves together entertaining anecdotes from Alex Edelman's own life, with a poignant and shocking story at its center: After receiving an onslaught of anti-Semitic comments online, Edelman attended a gathering of White Nationalists in New York City, coming face to face with members of the alt-right. 

Crow's Theatre Announces Casting Of Kristen Thomson And Eric Peterson
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2021


Today, Crow's Theatre Artistic Director Chris Abraham and Executive Director Sherrie Johnson announced the casts for two Crow's Theatre Productions this season that include Kristen Johnson, Ahmed Moneka, Ali Kazmi, Craig Lauzon, and Eric Peterson. 

Bonnie Raitt and Marc Maron Are Coming To The Flynn This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2021


The Flynn has added two big shows to its star-studded spring 2022 season. First, groundbreaking comic and podcaster Marc Maron brings his new stand-up show to the Flynn on March 12 at 7 pm.

Glenn Close to Host REVELS & REVELATIONS 9 Featuring Lena Hall, Brandon Victor Dixon & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2021


Glenn Close and the Bring Change to Mind Board of Directors will host “Revels & Revelations 9,” a special celebration in support of teen mental health on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at City Winery in New York City.   

Bonnie Raitt and Marc Maron Are Coming To The Flynn This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2021


The Flynn has added two big shows to its star-studded spring 2022 season. First, groundbreaking comic and podcaster Marc Maron brings his new stand-up show to the Flynn on March 12 at 7 pm. Then, ten-time Grammy-winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Bonnie Raitt takes the Main Stage on April 18 at 7:30 pm.

Vegas Comedian Don Barnhart Returns To Laff's Comedy Café In Tucson Thanksgiving Weekend
by Gigi Gervais - Nov 14, 2021


Taking time off from his nightly show at Delirious Comedy Club in Las Vegas, standup comedian Don Barnhart brings his unique form of hilarity back to Tucson's premier comedy club November 26th & 27th.

BWW Exclusive: Annabella Sciorra to Guest-Star on THE BLACKLIST
by Michael Major - Nov 11, 2021


Sciorra plays the episode’s titular “blacklister,” “the avenging angel,” a character who will use any means necessary to return what has been unjustly stolen. The show also stars stars James Spader, Amir Arison, and Hisham Tawfiq. Check out exclusive new photos of Sciorra in the episode now!

FREE NOW Announces Four Comedy On The Road Gigs
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2021


Taxi ride hailing service FREE NOW has announced four exclusive comedy gigs in London's West End to celebrate the role of local comedy nights – and to highlight the need for audiences to support them.

Photos: Bruce Springsteen & More Perform at the 15th Annual Stand Up For Heroes in NYC
by Michael Major - Nov 9, 2021


Brandi Carlile, Jim Gaffigan, Grace Gaustad, Nikki Glaser, Bruce Springsteen, and Jon Stewart took to the stage to perform at the Stand Up For Veterans NYC event. The 15th annual celebration to honor our nation’s impacted veterans and their families, took place yesterday at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.

Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2021- Where to Watch tick, tick... BOOM! & More New Releases!
by Michael Major - Nov 1, 2021


From new releases to the return of some classics, this month features highly-anticipated new projects, including back-to-back Lin Manuel Miranda releases with his tick, tick...BOOM! film on Netflix and the Encanto soundtrack, to several new albums released by Broadway favorites, and new additions to Seth Rudetsky's online concert series.

Mayor Lightfoot Issues Proclamation Declaring October 26 Chicago Theatre Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2021


The Chicago Theatre will celebrate its 100th anniversary on October 26, 2021. In honor of this milestone anniversary, Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot issued a proclamation recognizing tomorrow as Chicago Theatre Day.

Ride Hailing App FREE NOW Celebrates UK's Live Comedy Clubs With Four West End Gigs
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2021


Taxi ride hailing service FREE NOW has announced four exclusive comedy gigs in London’s West End to celebrate the role of local comedy nights – and to highlight the need for audiences to support them.

BWW Interview: FNAM Honoree Marc Shaiman Even Busier Than Ever
by Gil Kaan - Sep 30, 2021


The Foundation for New American Musicals (FNAM) will honor Marc Shaiman with their inaugural Inspire Award at their FNAM ALL-STAR BENEFIT AND FUNDRAISER October 24th at a private Pacific Palisades residence. Scheduled to appear that night: Megan Hilty, Matthew Morrison, Bruce Vilanch, Marisha Wallace and Marissa Jaret Winokur. Marc took a brief moment from his many obligations to answer my queries with his snappy quips.

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