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Previews for Born Yesterday, starring Jim Belushi, Robert Sean Leonard and Nina Arianda, start tonight, March 31, at Broadway's Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street) at 8 pm. Directed by Doug Hughes, this revival of Garson Kanin's award-winning comedy about sex and politics will open on Easter Sunday, April 24.
According to Deadline.com, stage and screen star MIchael Emerson is set to star in CBS pilot entitle 'Person of Interest.' The pilot will be written and executive produced by Jonah Nolan and executive produced by J.J. Abrams. The show 'centers on ex-CIA agent Reese, presumed dead, who teams up with reclusive billionaire Finch (Michael Emerson) to prevent violent crimes in New York City' as described by Deadline.
Producers Philip Morgaman, Anne Caruso/Vincent Caruso, Frankie J. Grande, and James P. MacGilvray have announced that casting is complete for the upcoming Broadway production of Born Yesterday, a comedy by Garson Kanin, directed by Doug Hughes. The production stars Jim Belushi, Robert Sean Leonard, and Nina Arianda and will play Broadway's Cort Theatre, 138 West 48th Street, beginning previews Thursday, March 31, and opening Sunday, April 24.
Producers Philip Morgaman, Anne Caruso/Vincent Caruso, Frankie J. Grande, and James P. MacGilvray have announced that Robert Sean Leonard will star opposite Jim Belushi and Nina Arianda in the upcoming Broadway production of Born Yesterday, a comedy by Garson Kanin, directed by Doug Hughes, at Broadway's Cort Theatre, 138 West 48 Street. The opening night is set for Sunday, April 24.
Today former Spice Girl, Geri Halliwell, launches her brand new swimwear collection to the high street. Geri, who works in partnership with Simon Fuller, is launching the collection for high street magnet Next, who will showcase the items in store from today.
Photos from the Friars Club roast of Quentin Tarantino at the New York Hilton and Towers on December 1, 2010 in New York City.
Starting this January, The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute will officially launch its Musicals of Broadway Series. The new class, aimed at children and teenagers, is part of the school's established Young Actors at Strasberg program.
Capital Repertory Theatre in Albany, NY announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of the romantic screwball comedy Cactus Flower, written by Abe Burrows, the Pulitzer Prize winning author for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and best known for penning the sassy book of the popular musical, Guys and Doll.
Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is pleased to announce the full company of The Milk Train Doesn't Stop Here Anymore, by Tennessee Williams, directed by Michael Wilson. The cast will include Curtis Billings (Giulio), Elisa Bocanegra (Simonetta), Olympia Dukakis (Flora Goforth), Edward Hibbert (Witch of Capri), Maggie Lacey (Frances Black), Darren Pettie (Christopher Flanders).
Today, lead producers Margo Lion and Hal Luftig announced the complete cast for the new Broadway musical CATCH ME IF YOU CAN. Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz will star as Carl Hanratty and Aaron Tveit will star as Frank Abagnale, Jr. alongside Tony Nominee Tom Wopat as Frank Abagnale, Sr. and Tony Nominee Kerry Butler as Brenda Strong. CATCH ME IF YOU CAN will open on Broadway on Sunday, April 10, 2011 at The Neil Simon Theatre, 250 W. 52nd Street. This new musical, created by a team of Tony winners, features a book by Terrence McNally, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman, choreography by Jerry Mitchell and is directed by Jack O'Brien. Previews begin March 7, 2011.
Americans for the Arts, the leading organization for advancing the arts in America, announces its annual National Arts Awards honorees. The awards recognize those artists and arts leaders who exhibit exemplary national leadership and whose work demonstrates extraordinary artistic achievement. They are individuals-artists, business leaders and patrons-who understand the arts enrich people and communities alike.
Capital Repertory Theatre in Albany, NY announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of the romantic screwball comedy Cactus Flower, written by Abe Burrows, the Pulitzer Prize winning author for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and best known for penning the sassy book of the popular musical, Guys and Doll.
Americans for the Arts, the leading organization for advancing the arts in America, announces its annual National Arts Awards honorees. The awards recognize those artists and arts leaders who exhibit exemplary national leadership and whose work demonstrates extraordinary artistic achievement. They are individuals-artists, business leaders and patrons-who understand the arts enrich people and communities alike. The National Arts Awards were presented on October 18th in New York City as part of National Arts and Humanities Month.
Capital Repertory Theatre in Albany, NY announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of the romantic screwball comedy Cactus Flower, written by Abe Burrows, the Pulitzer Prize winning author for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and best known for penning the sassy book of the popular musical, Guys and Doll.
The Feminist Press at The City University of New York will celebrate their 40th Annual Gala on Monday, October 18th, 2010 at The Roosevelt Hotel, 45 East 45th Street (at Madison Avenue) in New York City. Cocktails will begin at 6:00PM with dinner and awards starting at 7:00PM.
This isn't a review; this is a remembrance of the most special night of my Broadway-loving life. A few days ago, I was twittering about opening nights on Broadway. There were several coming up, and I was dreaming of what it must be like to attend. I asked my friends on Twitter to send me descriptions of the parties they'd attended. as well as the performances they had seen, on opening nights. And even within their 140-character responses, I got a pretty good idea of how magnificent and glamorous these A-list events could be.
The Feminist Press at The City University of New York will celebrate their 40th Annual Gala on Monday, October 18th, 2010 at The Roosevelt Hotel, 45 East 45th Street (at Madison Avenue) in New York City. Cocktails will begin at 6:00PM with dinner and awards starting at 7:00PM.
Emmy Award-winner Wanda Sykes brings her smart-witted stand up comedy back to the CHI Showroom at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino for two nights only - Friday, October 15 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, October 16 at 8 p.m.
The Broadway premiere of David Mamet's A Life in the Theatre, starring Patrick Stewart and T.R. Knight opened last night October 12th at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 W. 45th St.). Its limited engagement will play through January 2nd, 2011. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the opening performance arrivals and brings you photo coverage below!
Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) are pleased to announce full casting for the Manhattan Theatre Club world premiere production of Beau Willimon's SPIRIT CONTROL, directed by Henry Wishcamper (Graceland, Port Authority).
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