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Photo Flash: Degeneres' PROMISES Footage to Air 9/21
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 9, 2010


As reported previously, Ellen Degeneres made a surprise cameo in PROMISES, PROMISES September 7, performing alongside Sean Hayes and Kristin Chenoweth. Footage from her surprise performance will air September 15 on the season premiere of her show on NBC.

Molly Shannon to Join PROMISES, PROMISES for 11 Weeks Starting Oct. 12th
by Robert Diamond - Sep 8, 2010


The producers of PROMISES, PROMISES are thrilled to announce that 'Saturday Night Live' alumnus and 'Superstar' Molly Shannon will make her Broadway debut in the smash hit musical comedy as Marge MacDougall for a limited 11 week run from Tuesday, October 12, 2010 through Sunday, December 26, 2010. This new production of PROMISES, PROMISES, directed and choreographed by Tony and Emmy Award winner Rob Ashford with Neil Simon's funny and touching book and Burt Bacharach and Hal David's hit-packed score, began previews at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway) Saturday, March 27, 2010, and opened on Sunday, April 25, 2010.

DeGeneres Makes a Surprise Cameo in PROMISES
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 8, 2010


Last night, September 7, Ellen DeGeneres made a surprise cameo in PROMISES, PROMISES as the 'Nurse' in Act 1, performing alongside Sean Hayes and Kristin Chenoweth. The cameo was orchestrated as a promo for the upcoming season of her talk show, The Ellen DeGeneres show. In a move that surprised everyone, her walk-on was kept under wraps until her debut last night, with media not being alerted until midnight following the performance.

Finneran Announces Pregnancy; Departs PROMISES Oct. 10, 2010
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 24, 2010


It has been a banner year for PROMISES, PROMISES' Katie Finneran. Her critically acclaimed performance as Marge MacDougall in the smash hit musical comedy PROMISES, PROMISES swept the 2010 awards season winning her the Tony Award, Drama Desk Award and Outer Critics Circle Award. On Sunday, August 22, Ms. Finneran married long time companion Darren Goldstein (Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson), and now the couple has announced that they are expecting a child this winter. It is with best wishes that the producers of PROMISES, PROMISES announced today that Tony Award winner Katie Finneran will play her final performance in the smash hit musical comedy on Sunday, October 10, 2010. This new production of PROMISES, PROMISES, directed and choreographed by Tony and Emmy Award winner Rob Ashford with Neil Simon's funny and touching book and Burt Bacharach and Hal David's hit-packed score, began previews at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway) Saturday, March 27, 2010, and opened on Sunday, April 25, 2010. Casting for Broadway's next Marge MacDougall will be announced shortly.

Chenoweth Extends in PROMISES; To Exit with Hayes 12/26
by Robert Diamond - Aug 16, 2010


The producers of the Tony Award-winning production of PROMISES, PROMISES are thrilled to announce that Tony and Emmy Award winner and 2010 Emmy nominee Kristin Chenoweth has extended her run in the smash hit musical comedy for three additional months. Kristin Chenoweth and her Tony-nominated and Emmy Award-winning co-star Sean Hayes will play their final performance together in PROMISES, PROMISES on Sunday, December 26, 2010.

Photo Coverage: PROMISES, PROMISES Celebrates Cast Album Release at Barnes & Noble
by Walter McBride - Jun 25, 2010


Yesterday, June 24, Sean Hayes, Kristin Chenoweth, Tony Goldwyn, Katie Finneran and Dick Latessa hosted a special 'Talk Back' and Q&A sessions as well as a CD signing in celebration of the new Broadway cast recording of Promises, Promises at Barnes and Noble in Lincoln Triangle. The Cast album is available now via online and retail outlets. BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the event and brings you coverage below.

PROMISES, PROMISES Cast Celebrates CD at Barnes And Noble 6/24
by BWW News Desk - Jun 24, 2010


Promises, Promises Sean Hayes, Kristin Chenoweth, Katie Finneran, Tony Goldwyn, and Dick Latessa will be at Barnes & Noble on June 24 at 5PM for a performance and CD signing of the new Promises, Promises Cast Recording.

Photo Coverage: PROMISES, PROMISES CD Release Party!
by Peter James Zielinski - Jun 23, 2010


Yesterday, June 22, Sean Hayes, Kristin Chenoweth, Tony Goldwyn, Katie Finneran and Dick Latessa hosted a special 'Talk Back' and Q&A sessions as well as a CD signing in celebration of the new Broadway cast recording of Promises, Promises (available now via online and retail outlets. BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the event.

STAGE TUBE: Sean Hayes on David Letterman
by Robert Diamond - Jun 12, 2010


PROMISES, PROMISES Star Sean Hayes appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman last night, June 11.

RIALTO CHATTER: Chenoweth to Depart PROMISES 9/26?; Returns to GLEE Next Season
by Rialto Chatter - Jun 10, 2010


According to published reports, Kristin Chenoweth has confirmed that she will be departing PROMISES, PROMISES on September 26, 2010 and head back onto the GLEE set to film additional guest appearances.

STAGE TUBE: Chenoweth & Hayes Perform on 'The View!'
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 3, 2010


Today, June 3, PROMISES, PROMISES stars Kristin Chenoweth and Sean Hayes appeared on The View to talk all things Broadway, the Tonys - which Hayes will host on June 13 - and more. The pair closed the show by performing 'I'll Never Fall in Love Again.' Check out their performance below!

PROMISES, PROMISES Cast To Appear At Barnes And Noble 6/24
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 3, 2010


Promises, Promises Sean Hayes, Kristin Chenoweth, Katie Finneran, Tony Goldwyn, and Dick Latessa will be at Barnes & Noble on June 24 at 5PM for a performance and CD signing of the new Promises, Promises Cast Recording.

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Ashley Amber of 'Promises, Promises'
by Adrienne Onofri - Jun 1, 2010


The hit revival is Ashley's 8th Broadway show, but her first since she became a mom.

Kristin Chenoweth Back to PROMISES, PROMISES Tonight
by Robert Diamond - May 28, 2010


On her Twitter, Kristin Chenoweth writes 'I'm coming back to show tonight. Not well, but better. :).' Understudy Sarah Jane Everman has been playing the role of Fran Kubelik while Chenoweth recovers from what she's described as 'Throat infection I think and terrible acid reflux.'

Kristin Chenoweth Out of PROMISES, PROMISES Tonight
by Robert Diamond - May 22, 2010


On her Twitter, Kristin Chenoweth writes ' I am sick and out of show tonight! So devestated.' Understudy Sarah Jane Everman went on as Fran Kubelik this evening.

Photo Coverage: Tony diNapoli's Honors Chenoweth & Hayes with Portrait
by Linda Lenzi - May 21, 2010


Sean Hayes and Kristin Chenoweth, along with the cast of PROMISES, PROMISES was honored last night at a private event at Tony's diNapoli Restaurant in Times Square. The pair is newest addition to Tony's diNapoli's prestigious Broadway Wall of Fame and BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the portrait unveiling!

Photo Coverage: Lord & Taylor Unveils PROMISES, PROMISES Window Displays
by Charlie Piane - May 20, 2010


PROMISES, PROMISES stars Sean Hayes and Kristin Chenoweth appeared at Lord & Taylor for the unveiling of their PROMISES, PROMISES-inspired window display.

PROMISES Stars Hayes & Chenoweth to Be Honored 5/20 at Tony's diNapoli
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2010


Sean Hayes and Kristin Chenoweth, along with the cast of PROMISES, PROMISES will be honored later this month at a by-invitation-only private event at Tony's diNapoli Restaurant, 147 West 43rd Street, between 6th Avenue and Broadway. The pair will be the newest addition to Tony's diNapoli's pretigious Broadway Wall of Fame.

STAGE TUBE: Sean Hayes Talks PROMISES' Highlights
by Jessica Lewis - May 19, 2010


Sean Hayes recently sat down with Jane Hanson of NBC's LX New York to discuss his Tony-nominated turn as Chuck Baxter in PROMISES, PROMISES.

PROMISES Company Begins Cast Album Recording Today, 5/10
by Jessica Lewis - May 10, 2010


Sean Hayes and Kristin Chenoweth, along with the cast of PROMISES, PROMISES will be honored later this month at a by-invitation-only private event at Tony's diNapoli Restaurant, 147 West 43rd Street, between 6th Avenue and Broadway. The pair will be the newest addition to Tony's diNapoli's pretigious Broadway Wall of Fame.

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