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MEGA STAGE TUBE: Happy Birthday to Donna McKechnie!
by Stage Tube - 11/16/2013

Donna McKechnie, the Tony Award winning star of A Chorus Line, is regarded internationally as one of Broadway's foremost dancing and singing leading ladies. It's her birthday today, November 16, and in celebration, BroadwayWorld has rounded up a selection of her performances over the years. Click below to watch!

VIDEO: Corbin Bleu Has the 'Verve of Ben Vereen' on DANCING WITH THE STARS
by Caryn Robbins - 10/15/2013

On last night's DANCING WITH THE STARS on ABC, contestants were asked to recall the most memorable year of their lives. Broadway vet Corbin Bleu chose to dedicate his performance to his 12-year-old sister Phoenix

VIDEO: Lionel Richie Performs 'Three Times A Lady' on THE VIEW
by Caryn Robbins - 06/11/2013

Music legend Lionel Richie stopped by ABC's THE VIEW and performed his hit ballad, 'Three Times A Lady'. Lucky audiences members were also treated to two tickets to his upcoming concert tour. Check out the appearance below!

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 3/8- Cyd Charisse
by Nicole Rosky - 03/08/2014

Happy Birthday, Cyd Charisse! Charisse began starring in films in the 1940s. Her roles usually focused on her abilities as a dancer, and she was paired with Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly; her films include Singin' in the Rain (1952), The Band Wagon (1953), Brigadoon (1954) and Silk Stockings (1957). She stopped dancing in films in the late 1950s, but continued acting in film and television, and in 1992 made her Broadway debut.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 2/24- SILK STOCKINGS
by Nicole Rosky - 02/24/2013

Today in 1955, Silk Stockings opened at the Imperial Theatre, where it ran for 478 performances. Silk Stockings is a musical with a book by George S. Kaufman, Leueen MacGrath, and Abe Burrows and music and lyrics by Cole Porter. The musical is loosely based on the Melchior Lengyel story Ninotchka and the 1939 film adaptation it inspired. It ran on Broadway in 1955. This was the last musical that Porter wrote for the stage.

Video: Aaron Tveit Sings 'Red & Black' From LES MISERABLES
by Caryn Robbins - 12/24/2012

Aaron Tveit will soon be seen in the highly anticipated big screen adaptation of LES MISERABLES in the role of Enjolras, the leader of a student revolt. To check out a new clip of the talented actor singing a rousing rendition of "Red and Black" from the film, click here!

VIDEO: First Listen - Sarah Jessica Parker & More on GLEE's 'Makeover' Episode
by Caryn Robbins - 09/24/2012

Sarah Jessica Parker will make her debut as Vogue.com editor Isabelle Klempt on this Thursday's episode of GLEE titled 'Makeover'. Get a first listen to Parker singing a mashup with Lea Michele and Chris Colfer of Fred Astaire's 'The Way You Look Tonight' and 'You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile' from Annie as well as more songs from the episode.

VIDEO: First Look at USA's GRACELAND Starring Aaron Tveit and Daniel Sunjata
by Robert Diamond - 09/17/2012

Here's a first look at the upcoming series which is set for the Summer of 2013!

STAGE TUBE: Sutton Foster Speaks at Ball State's Commencement
by Stage Tube - 05/06/2012

Tony Award-winning actor Sutton Foster spoke at Ball State's commencement ceremony yesterday, May 5, where she received an honorary doctor of arts degree. Watch the video of her speech at Ball State's graduation below!

STAGE TUBE: Kristin Chenoweth Appears on WATCH WHAT HAPPENS
by Caryn Robbins - 04/11/2012

Broadway vet and GCB star Kristin Chenoweth joined Bravo's Andy Cohen on last night's WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE. Chenoweth was challenged to play Cohen's popular game show 'Plead the Fifth'. See how she did below!

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 3/8- Cyd Charisse
by Nicole Rosky - 03/08/2012

Happy Birthday, Cyd Charisse! Charisse began starring in films in the 1940s. Her roles usually focused on her abilities as a dancer, and she was paired with Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly; her films include Singin' in the Rain (1952), The Band Wagon (1953), Brigadoon (1954) and Silk Stockings (1957). She stopped dancing in films in the late 1950s, but continued acting in film and television, and in 1992 made her Broadway debut.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 2/24- SILK STOCKINGS
by Nicole Rosky - 02/24/2012

Today in 1955, Silk Stockings opened at the Imperial Theatre, where it ran for 478 performances. Silk Stockings is a musical with a book by George S. Kaufman, Leueen MacGrath, and Abe Burrows and music and lyrics by Cole Porter. The musical is loosely based on the Melchior Lengyel story Ninotchka and the 1939 film adaptation it inspired. It ran on Broadway in 1955. This was the last musical that Porter wrote for the stage.

STAGE TUBE: Aaron Tveit Sings 'God Bless America' at Yankees Game!
by Nicole Rosky - 10/03/2011

Broadway favorite Aaron Tveit recently stopped by Yankee Stadium, where he treated fans to his own rendition of 'God Bless America' at Game 2 of the ALDS. Click below to check out his performance!

STAGE TUBE: Doyle's TEN CENTS A DANCE Rehearses at Wiliamstown Theatre Festival
by Lauren Wolman - 08/10/2011

John Doyle's latest project, TEN CENTS A DANCE, will play August 11-28 at the Williamstown Theatre Festival. TEN CENTS A DANCE, conceived and directed by John Doyle, features music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Lorenz Hart.

STAGE TUBE: '(500) Days of Summer' Stars Deschanel And Gordon-Levitt's New Music Video
by Eddie Varley - 08/06/2009

Marc Webb directed Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel in this dance video - which is totally independent from (500) DAYS OF SUMMER - about romance amidst a bank heist. Zooey gives a brief introduction. Watch and enjoy it right here on STAGE TUBE!

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