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VIDEO: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Opens 2017-18 Season at The White Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2017

The 13th season of the White Theatre, produced by The Jewish Community Center's Arts + Culture Department, opens Saturday evening, Nov. 4 with Mel Brooks musical, YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN. This hilarious musical is based on the classic Mel Brooks film, embellished as only Brooks can.

VIDEO: Carly Rae Jepsen Releases 'Cut To The Feeling' (Kid Froopy Remix)
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 25, 2017

'I love Carly Rae Jepsen's music,” says Des Moines based singer, songwriter & producer Kid Froopy. “E*MO*TION was really big for me, so getting the opportunity to do this remix was great, and I'm super proud of how it turned out.” Kid Froopy will join Terror Jr. on their first ever tour this Fall.

VIDEO: OH, HELLO's Nick Kroll 'Kroller-Skates' Onto TONIGHT SHOW Stage
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 30, 2017

On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, guest Nick Kroll made an exciting roller-skating entrance before chatting with Jimmy about pranking Michael J. Fox and Steve Martin for his Netflix special for his Broadway show OH, HELLO.

VIDEO: Trailer for New Animated Film LEAP ft. Music from Carly Rae Jepsen
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 27, 2017

Elle Fanning, Nat Wolff and Maddie Ziegler star alongside Mel Brooks, Kate McKinnon and Carly Rae Jepsen star in the upcoming animated family comedy opening in theaters nationwide on August 30th.

VIDEO: Nick Kroll Talks Netflix Special OH, HELLO ON BROADWAY
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 14, 2017

Nick Kroll is in the upcoming film “The House” with Will Ferrell and Amy Poehler and the Netflix special OH, HELLO ON BROADWAY. Kroll tells TODAY that Steve Martin and Michael J. Fox are among the “Oh, Hello” guest stars.

VIDEO: John Mulaney Talks Broadway's OH HELLO, Presenting at TONYS & More
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 13, 2017

On last night's LATE NIGHT, guest John Mulaney talked about presenting at the TONY AWARDS, bringing his Broadway show, OH HELLO, to Netflix and the real MVP of the show - his dedicated prop master.

VIDEO: John Mulaney Talks Broadway's OH, HELLO!, Coming to Netflix
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 9, 2017

On last night's LATE SHOW, guest John Mulaney discussed his Broadway hit show OH, HELLO, coming to Netflix on June 13th. Check out the appearance below!

VIDEO: 30 Days of TONY, Day 17: Along Came Bialy!
by A.A. Cristi - May 25, 2017

Welcome to BroadwayWorld's Tony Award Countdown: 30 Days of TONY, a loving look at some of the most memorable moments from Tony's history featuring today's nominees!

BWW Interview: Roger Bart Hopes SPEECH & DEBATE Full Of Broadway References Resonates With His Daughter
by Leigh Scheps - Mar 31, 2017

While Roger Bart is known for his comedic chops in shows like Disaster!, Young Frankenstein and The Producers, he knows how to make people laugh even in some of his more serious roles.

VIDEO: On This Day, March 21: Kings of Broadway! THE PRODUCERS Begins A Sold-Out Broadway Run
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2017

On this day in 2000, previews began for Mel Brooks' and Susan Stroman's hotly anticipated musical adaptation of his classic comedy The Producers. Now an obsolete tradition in the age of technology as well a sign of the success to come, on this historic morning, a lengthy line of ticket buyers made its way down the street from the St. James box office, welcoming the buzzy new show to the neighborhood.  

VIDEO: First Look - Elle Fanning, Nat Wolff & More in Animated Film LEAP!
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 12, 2017

The Weinstein Company is proud to present the official trailer and poster for the new animated film LEAP!, starring Elle Fanning, Nat Wolff, Maddie Ziegler

TV: Watch the Cast of Paper Mill Playhouse's THE PRODUCERS Flaunt It!
by TV - On the Road - Oct 3, 2016

Paper Mill Playhouse, recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, presents Mel Brooks' award-winning musical The Producers, directed by Don Stephenson and choreographed by Bill Burns. The Producers features music and lyrics by Mel Brooks, a book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, and the original Broadway direction and choreography by Susan Stroman.

VIDEO: Mel Brooks Remembers Good Friend Gene Wilder on TONIGHT SHOW
by - Aug 31, 2016

On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, legendary comedian Mel Brooks talked about working with his good friend Gene Wilder over the years, including the origin of Young Frankenstein.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 4/19/16- THE PRODUCERS
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2016

Today in 2001, The Producers opened at the St. James Theatre, where it ran for 2502 performances. The Producers is a musical adapted by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan from Brooks' 1968 film of the same name, with lyrics written by Brooks and music composed by Brooks and arranged by Glen Kelly and Doug Besterman. As in the film, the story concerns two theatrical producers who scheme to get rich by overselling interests in a Broadway flop. Starring Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick, it won a record-breaking 12 Tony Awards. It spawned a successful London production running for three years, national tours, many productions worldwide and a 2005 film version.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 3/18/16- Sutton Foster
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 18, 2016

Happy Birthday, Sutton Foster! Foster's portrayal of Reno Sweeney in Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Anythng Goes earned her the 2011 Tony Award Best Leading Actress in a Musical. Sutton also starred on Broadwayas Princess Fiona in Shrek: The Musical, for which she was honored with Tony and Drama Desk nominations, and the Outer Critics Circle Award. Prior to that, Sutton was Inga in the Mel Brooks musical, Young Frankenstein, Janet Van De Graaff in The Drowsy Chaperone (2006 Tony and Drama Desk Award nominations, LA Ovation Award) and Jo March in Little Women: The Musical (2005 Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle Award nominations). She is the recipient of the 2002 Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Astaire Awards for her performance as Millie Dillmount in Thoroughly Modern Millie, a role she created in the 2000 La Jolla Playhouse premiere.

VIDEO: Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane Revive THE PRODUCERS Roles for 'Trumped: the Musical'
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 29, 2016

From the producers who brought you THE PRODUCERS comes 'Trumped the Musical' a new show starring Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane, Cloris Leachman and the unlikely candidate himself, Donald Trump.

Breaking News: THE BODYGUARD to Launch National Tour at Paper Mill Playhouse; Full 2016-17 Season Set!
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 19, 2016

Following its annual season guessing game, Paper Mill Playhouse announced today the lineup for its 2016-2017 season, featuring four musicals, one play and a highly anticipated US premiere. Season subscriptions are on sale now and are available by calling 973-315-3717 or by visiting the theater's website at www.PaperMill.org.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 11/8/15- YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 8, 2015

Today in 2007, Young Frankenstein opened at the Hilton Theatre (now the Lyric Theatre), where it ran for 485 performances. Young Frankenstein is a musical with a book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan and music and lyrics by Brooks. It is based on the 1974 comedy film of the same name written by Brooks and Gene Wilder and directed by Brooks, who has described it as his best film. It is a parody of the horror film genre, especially the 1931 Universal Pictures adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and its 1939 sequel, Son of Frankenstein.

VIDEO: Mel Brooks Joins James Corden for a New York Police Stakeout
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 25, 2015

James Corden and Mel Brooks dug in for a police stakeout on the mean streets of New York but are deep in meaningless conversation when thieves hit the location they're watching.

VIDEO: AMERICAN MASTERS Shares Recent June Interview with Dick Van Patten
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 24, 2015

The American Masters series website has shared an In Memoriam tribute to actor Dick Van Patten, who passed away yesterday at age 86.

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