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THE SEAGULL Recoups on Broadway
by Robert Diamond - Dec 8, 2008


The Royal Court Theatre's critically acclaimed production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL has fully recouped its capitalization costs, officially entering the hit column. THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, is now in its final two weeks, concluding its limited engagement as scheduled on Sunday, December 21 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street).

'XANADU' Premieres In Chicago 1/16/09
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 2, 2008


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to present Broadway's surprise hit musical XANADU at Chicago's Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Place beginning Friday, January 16, 2009. The press opening is Wednesday, January 28, 2009. Individual and group tickets are currently on sale for this fabulously fun, out-of-this-world musical confection.

THE SEAGULL'S Carey Mulligan Appears On NY1 11/29, 11/30
by Robert Diamond - Dec 1, 2008


Carey Mulligan, who stars as Nina in the Royal Court Theatre's critically-acclaimed production of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, will be interviewed this weekend on NY 1 'On Stage.' 'On Stage' airs Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30 from 9:30 AM-10:00 AM, and again from 7:30 PM-8:00 PM. It also airs Monday, December 1 from 9:30 PM-10:00 PM and Tuesday, December 2 from 12:30 AM-1:00 AM.

Xanadu Ticket Giveaway Winners!
by Steve Leary - Oct 28, 2008


Broadway In Chicago encouraged Chicagoans to 'Skate to the Box Office.' The first 20 people to roller skate to the Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Place box office (175 E Chestnut St) received a XANADU CD and a free pair of tickets to the first performance on Friday, January 16, 2009.

Kristin Scott Thomas to Appear on ABC's 'The View' and CBS's 'Early Show' 10/24
by Reynard Loki - Oct 23, 2008


Kristin Scott Thomas, the Olivier Award-winning star of the Royal Court Theatre's critically acclaimed production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL, will be interviewed tomorrow, Friday, October 24 on CBS's 'Early Show' and ABC's 'The View'.

'The Seagull' Opens on Broadway Tonight, 10/2
by Eddie Varley - Oct 2, 2008


THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, has it's official Broadway opening tonight, October 2nd at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street). The production plays a limited 14-week engagement through Sunday, December 21st.

Broadways Biggest Surprise Hit 'XANADU' Premieres in Chicago
by Steve Leary - Sep 23, 2008


XANADU in Chicago will star Elizabeth Stanley as 'Kira' (played in the film version by Olivia Newton-John), Max Von Essen as 'Sonny,' Sharon Wilkins and Joanna Glushak as the evil Muses 'Melpomene' and 'Calliope,' respectively, and Larry Marshal as 'Danny' (played in the film version by Gene Kelly). XANADU's cast also features Tallia Brinson, Amy Goldberger, Vince Rodriguez III, Jason Michael Snow, Kristofer Stock, JB Wing and Chicagoland-natives Julius Thomas III and Tiffany Topol.

XANADU Closing Date Moved Up; Show to Close Sunday
by Robert Diamond - Sep 23, 2008


XANADU, Broadway's surprise musical hit, has moved up the date of its closing to Sunday, September 28. The show is playing at the Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 West 44th Street.

Photo Flash: THE SEAGULL on Broadway
by Robert Diamond - Sep 22, 2008


The Royal Court Theatre production of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, is now in previews at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street). Opening night is Thursday, October 2. The production plays a 14-week limited engagement through Sunday, December 21.

Stanley and Von Essen to Star in Xanadu Tour
by Robert Diamond - Sep 22, 2008


Casting is announced for the anticipated Chicago and Midwest premiere of the surprise hit Broadway musical XANADU at the Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Place. Performances are scheduled to begin January 16, 2009 and individual tickets are now on sale.

Photo Flash: Additional Photos of The Seagull, Now in Previews at Walter Kerr Theatre
by Jordan Westfall - Sep 22, 2008


The Royal Court Theatre production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, begins previews tomorrow night, Tuesday, September 16 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street). Opening night is Thursday, October 2. The production plays a 14-week limited engagement through Sunday, December 21.

'The Seagull' Begins Previews Tonight, 9/16
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 17, 2008


THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton and directed by Ian Rickson, begins previews tonight, September 16 at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street). The production plays a limited 14-week engagement through Sunday, December 21.

XANADU To Skate Off Broadway On October 12th
by Craig Brockman - Sep 16, 2008


XANADU, Broadway's surprise musical hit, has announced a closing date of Sunday, October 12. The show is playing at the Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 West 44th Street and will have played 49 previews and 528 performances.

'The Seagull' Reschedules Opening from 10/1 to 10/2 Due to Broadway Calendar Change
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 12, 2008


Following a change to the Broadway opening night calendar, The Royal Court Theatre's production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL, previously scheduled to open on October 1, will open on Thursday, October 2.

NEW Production Photo Released of 'The Seagull'; Previews Begin 9/16
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 3, 2008


The complete company of the Royal Court Theatre's critically acclaimed production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton, is currently in rehearsal in London, under the direction of Ian Rickson.

Photo Coverage: Xanadu Cast Enjoys 'Strange Magic' Sundae at Serendipity 3
by Peter James Zielinski - Sep 2, 2008


The cast of Broadway's Xanadu, including stars Kerry Butler, Mary Testa, and Marty Thomas, with roller skates in tow, rolled into Serendipity 3 to taste test the Xanadu themed 'Strange Magic' Sundae!

Tickets for 'The Seagull' at Walter Kerr Theatre Go On Sale 8/25
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 20, 2008


The complete company of the Royal Court Theatre's critically acclaimed production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton, will begin rehearsals on Monday, August 25 in London, under the direction of Ian Rickson.

Photo Coverage: Cheyenne Jackson Portrait Unveiled at Tony's DiNapoli
by Linda Lenzi - Aug 15, 2008


On Thursday August 14, 2008, Xanadu Star Cheyenne Jackson had his very own Broadway Wall of Fame portrait unveiled at the popular theater district Italian eatery, Tony DiNapoli's. Tony DiNapoli's is located at 147 43rd Street.

Whoopi Goldberg To Join 'Xanadu' 7/29 - 9/7!!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2008


Producers Robert Ahrens, Tara Smith, B. Swibel, Cari Smulyan and Dale Smith announced today that Whoopi Goldberg will join the cast of the hit Broadway musical 'Xanadu' on Tuesday, July 29th for a special six week engagement through Sunday, September 7th.

'Xanadu' To Premiere In Chicago at Drury Lane 1/16
by Faetra Petillo - Jul 28, 2008


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce the surprise hit Broadway musical XANADU will premiere in Chicago at the Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Place beginning January 16, 2009.

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