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TV: Behind the Scenes of Pasadena Playhouse's World Premiere of WATERFALL
by TV - On the Road - Jun 12, 2015

The Pasadena Playhouse (Artistic Director Sheldon Epps) presents the World premiere of WATERFALL, an epic new Broadway bound musical love story, starring Emily Padgett (Broadway: Side Show, Rock of Ages), Thom Sesma (Broadway: The Times They are A-Changin', Man of La Mancha), J. Elaine Marcos (Broadway: Annie, Priscilla: Queen of the Desert), and Thai superstar Bie Sukrit and featuring a distinguished international creative team and a cast of 20.  

Emily Padgett Leads World Premiere of Maltby & Shire's WATERFALL, Beginning Tonight in Pasadena
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2015

The 5th Avenue Theatre joins with producing partner Pasadena Playhouse in welcoming Emily Padgett (Broadway: Side Show, Rock of Ages), Thom Sesma (Broadway: The Times They are A-Changin', Man of La Mancha), J. Elaine Marcos (Broadway: Annie, Priscilla Queen of the Desert), and Thai superstar Bie Sukrit to lead the cast of the world premiere of WATERFALL, an epic new Broadway bound musical love story, featuring a distinguished international creative team and a cast of 20. Performances at Pasadena Playhouse take place tonight, May 29, through June 28, 2015, followed by a Seattle run October 1-25, 2015.

Thom Sesma, J. Elaine Marcos & Bie Sukrit to Join Emily Padgett in World Premiere of Richard Maltby Jr. & David Shire's WATERFALL
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 17, 2015

The 5th Avenue Theatre joins with producing partner Pasadena Playhouse in announcing that Emily Padgett (Broadway: Side Show, Rock of Ages), Thom Sesma (Broadway: The Times They are A-Changin', Man of La Mancha), J. Elaine Marcos (Broadway: Annie, Priscilla Queen of the Desert), and Thai superstar Bie Sukrit will lead the cast of the world premiere of Waterfall, an epic new Broadway bound musical love story, featuring a distinguished international creative team and a cast of 20.

From Dastardly to Demure, Resolute to Revolutionary, BWW Profiles LES MISERABLES' Standout Roles
by BWW Special Coverage - Mar 23, 2014

In honor of Les Miserables' opening tonight, BroadwayWord brings you the actors who've taken on the many complex and vocally challenging roles of Victor Hugo's world, from the unscrupulous Thenardiers to innocent Cosette, or principled Javert against the compassionate and strong-willed Jean Valjean. From Fantine and Eponine, unfortunate in life and romance, to Enjolras and Marius, the fiery young leaders of the French Revolution.

Sierra Boggess, Ruthie Ann Miles & More to Lead Lab Presentations of New Maltby/Shire Musical BEHIND THE PAINTING this Week
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 26, 2014

This week there will be two lab presentations in New York City of the new musical, BEHIND THE PAINTING, with book and lyrics by Tony Award-winner Richard Maltby, Jr., music by two-time Tony nominee David Shire, adapted from the Thai musical of the same title, based on the novel by Sriburapha.

Keala Settle, Julia Murney & More Set for BROADWAY AGAINST BULLYING Benefit Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2013

Cast members from some of Broadway's biggest hit musicals, including Pippin, Wicked, Jersey Boys, Hairspray, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, American Idiot, Peter and the Starcatcher, and Hands on a Hard Body, will come together for Broadway Against Bullying - a one-night-only holiday cabaret benefitting No Bully and their efforts to bring innovative, sustainable solutions to bullying, harassment and violence in schools - today, December 2 at 7 p.m. at Club Fugazi (home of Steve Silver's Beach Blanket Babylon) in San Francisco. Tickets are $75 for general admission seats. A limited number of premium tickets are available for $150 and include reserved seats, tickets to a post-performance dessert reception at North Beach's famed Rose Pistola with the cast and a VIP gift bag. To purchase tickets, visit www.bab2013.eventbrite.com or call the Beach Blanket Babylon Box Office at415.421.4222.

BWW REVIEW: THE HEAT IS ON IN 'MISS SAIGON' AT NSMT
by Jan Nargi - Nov 17, 2013

Exceptional cast and direction close North Shore Music Theatre's 2013 season with a stunning production of 'Miss Saigon.'

Photo Flash: First Look at Jennifer Paz, Jason Forbach and More in NSMT's MISS SAIGON
by Christina Mancuso - Nov 6, 2013

It has been called the classic love story of our time ... the Tony Award-winning Broadway smash hit, MISS SAIGON, is now playing at North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) through Sunday, November 17. Press night is scheduled for Wednesday, November 6 at 7:30 pm. BroadwayWorld has a first look below!

BWW Reviews: MISS SAIGON Flies Away From the Fisher Theatre Oct 6
by Anton Anderssen - Oct 6, 2013

A special open captioned performance of Miss Saigon has been announced for tonight at 7:30 pm. Seats are being held in an area of the main floor for this performance for those who are in need of this service. Tickets for this reserved section may be purchase in person at the Fisher Theatre Box Office or by phone at 313-872-1000, ext. 0.

MISS SAIGON to Play North Shore Music Theatre, 11/5-17
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 2, 2013

It has been called the classic love story of our time ... the Tony Award-winning Broadway smash hit, MISS SAIGON, lands onstage at North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) on Tuesday, November 5 and plays through Sunday, November 17. Press night is scheduled for Wednesday, November 6 at 7:30 pm

Intimate Interview with Miss Saigon's Leading Lady
by Emmalyn Helge - Sep 25, 2013

Miss Saigon is playing at the Fisher Theatre in Detroit from September 24 through October 06, 2013

MISS SAIGON Opens Broadway In Detroit's 2013-14 Season Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 24, 2013

Miss Saigon, one of the most stunning theatrical spectacles of all time, will kick off Broadway In Detroit's 2013-2014 theatre season at the Fisher Theatre, tonight, September 24 - October 6.

BWW Reviews: New MISS SAIGON Tour Hovers Over Hartford's Bushnell for One of Only Four Stops
by Lauren Yarger - Sep 18, 2013

This new tour makes the second of four stops in Hartford, at the Bushnell, one of the production's producers.

Photo Flash: First Look at Charlie Brady, Manna Nichols & More in MISS SAIGON at Starlight
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 11, 2013

Miss Saigon, one of the most stunning theatrical spectacles of all time, produced by Starlight Theatre, runs September 7-13. In Miss Saigon, Puccini's Madame Butterfly is brought to the modern world. This powerful pop opera is an emotional tale about forbidden love, the tragedies of war and the sacrifices made to achieve the American Dream. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show below!

TV: First Look at Charlie Brady, Katie Boren & More in Highlights of MISS SAIGON at Starlight
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 10, 2013

Miss Saigon, one of the most stunning theatrical spectacles of all time, produced by Starlight Theatre, runs September 7-13. In Miss Saigon, Puccini's Madame Butterfly is brought to the modern world. This powerful pop opera is an emotional tale about forbidden love, the tragedies of war and the sacrifices made to achieve the American Dream. BroadwayWorld has a first look at highlights of the show below!

MISS SAIGON Comes to Starlight Theatre, Now thru 9/13
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2013

Miss Saigon, one of the most stunning theatrical spectacles of all time, will be produced by Starlight Theatre, tonight, September 7-13. In Miss Saigon, Puccini's Madame Butterfly is brought to the modern world. This powerful pop opera is an emotional tale about forbidden love, the tragedies of war and the sacrifices made to achieve the American Dream.

MISS SAIGON at Fisher Theatre to Open Broadway In Detroit's 2013-14 Seaosn, 9/24-10/6
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 29, 2013

Miss Saigon, one of the most stunning theatrical spectacles of all time, will kick off Broadway In Detroit's 2013-2014 theatre season at the Fisher Theatre, September 24 - October 6. In Miss Saigon, Puccini's Madame Butterfly is brought to the modern world. This powerful pop opera is an emotional tale about forbidden love, the tragedies of war and the sacrifices made to achieve the American Dream. Tickets are now on sale at all Ticketmaster locations, by phone at 1-800-982-2787, online at www.ticketmaster.com or www.broadwayindetroit.com and at the Fisher Theatre box office.

MISS SAIGON to Open 2013-14 Bushnell Broadway Series, Begin. 9/17
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 28, 2013

Miss Saigon, one of the most stunning theatrical spectacles of all time, opens at The Bushnell's Mortensen Hall September 17. In Miss Saigon, Puccini's Madame Butterfly is brought to the modern world. This powerful pop opera is an emotional tale about forbidden love, the tragedies of war and the sacrifices made to achieve the American Dream. Miss Saigon opens the 2013-2014 Bushnell Broadway Series, co-sponsored by Travelers and Webster Bank.

MISS SAIGON Comes to Starlight Theatre, 9/7-13
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2013

Miss Saigon, one of the most stunning theatrical spectacles of all time, will be produced by Starlight Theatre, September 7-13. In Miss Saigon, Puccini's Madame Butterfly is brought to the modern world. This powerful pop opera is an emotional tale about forbidden love, the tragedies of war and the sacrifices made to achieve the American Dream.

Photo Coverage: Adam Jacobs, Ali Ewoldt Concert Debut at Town Hall
by Oliver Oliveros - Mar 1, 2013

Rain on Saturday night (Feb. 23) did not dampen the spirits of more than 700 concertgoers to fill the historic performance venue The Town Hall in Times Square for the post-Valentine concert of 'Les Miserables' alums Adam Jacobs and Ali Ewoldt.

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