The Jim Henson Studios in Hollywood, CA was transformed into an Old Hollywood 1920s Classic Themed Party, replete with breathtaking 20-foot-high Art Deco silver statues and other stunning decorative ornaments from the period, as guests attending the Hollywood Arts Council's Historic Sold-Out 30th Anniversary Black-Tie Gala and 22nd Annual Charlie Awards strolled down a 30-foot-long Red Carpet to a cozy and intimate Outdoor Courtyard Reception and Silent Auction, later followed by an elegant three-course catered Dinner and Awards Show, held on the Jim Henson Studios' Sound Stage on Saturday, March 29, 2008.
Darius Danesh and Jill Paice, who play the iconic roles of Rhett Butler and Scarlett O'Hara in the up-coming West End musical Gone with the Wind, began rehearsals for Trevor Nunn's production of the classic love story which opens at the New London Theatre in April.
Nick Scandalios, Executive Vice President of The Nederlander Organization, will be presented The Commercial Theater Institute's Robert Whitehead Award for 'outstanding achievement in commercial theatre producing' at a reception on Tuesday, March 11, at Sardi's Restaurant.
Darius Danesh and Jill Paice, who play the iconic roles of Rhett Butler and Scarlett O'Hara in the up-coming West End musical Gone with the Wind, began rehearsals this week for Trevor Nunn's production of the classic love story which opens at the New London Theatre in April.
Reached by telephone in Florida on the day after Christmas, Jerry Herman had just taken his morning swim and was enjoying the balmy weather. 'It's beautiful here. You know you take your chances with the weather this time of the year even in Miami, but it's just been beautiful.' After doing considerable reading about the composer and enjoying a lengthy conversation with him, it is quite apparent that much of this man's life has indeed been quite beautiful.
LATEST NEWS: No official news is yet available, though NY1 and other news sources are reporting that optimism is in the air. Both sides spoke positively earlier in the day about reaching a resolution, but no official announcements have yet been made. A press conference is expected later this evening.
A statement has just been released by James J. Claffey, Jr. President of Local One, I.A.T.S.E., notifying union members that the strike will be paused for a day at the Marriott Marquis Theatre to honor a previously scheduled benefit.
LATEST NEWS: A statement from the League of American Theatres and Producers reads, 'The League of American Theatres and Producers and Local One talked through the night and were unable to reach an agreement. Talks will resume tomorrow (Wednesday, November 28) at 10AM. Performances are canceled through Wednesday's matinees.'
Nearly 1,000 members of Local One held a unanimous vote to authorize the union leaders the power to call a strike. This does not necessarily mean a strike will be called in the near or distant future, but does grant members of the union the ability to do so.
NewYorkBusiness.com reports that 'The Nederlander Organization, Broadway's second largest theater chain, told the stagehands it would not impose a new contract on the union next week, breaking unity with the League of American Theatres and Producers.'
The Nederlander Organization has announced the formation of an unprecedented business alliance with The Shubert Organization, Jujamcyn Theatres and members of The Independent Presenters Network to endorse Audience Rewards as the industry's official national patron loyalty program.
San Diego's Old Globe Theatre will produce the West Coast premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical, Avenue Q, music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx, book by Jeff Whitty, based on an original concept by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx; and directed by Jason Moore
Broadway/L.A. today announced the lineup for its three-show 2007-2008 Season, which features three Los Angeles premiere productions, with options to add on tickets for other hit Broadway titles.
DanceBreak 2007, a showcase for Broadway's next generation of choreographers, was held on February 12 at the New World Stages complex to a capacity crowd of industry professionals
Broadway In Chicago, a leading Chicago-based presenter of live theatre and a joint entertainment venture between Live Nation and the Nederlander Organization, has announced breakthrough results from a comprehensive economic impact study concerning the vitality and prosperity of Chicago's Downtown Theatre District
Times Square Theatres: A New Century/A New Style, which provides a unique glimpse into the varied architectural styles of 20th century Broadway theatres, will run from January 11 through March 7, 2007, at the Municipal Art Society, 457 Madison Avenue at 51st Street in New York City
Mary Poppins will begin performances at the New Amsterdam Theatre on October 14, 2006 for a November 16, 2006 opening. The Lion King will exit the New Amsterdam Theatre on June 4, 2006, to re-open at the Minskoff on June 13, 2006.
