Broadway Interviews — Page 159

Talking with Jessica Aquila Cymerman of Gruesome Playground Injuries

by Alyson Eng — February 4, 2020

This February, Untold Wants Theatre's production of Gruesome Playground Injuries will play at the Vancity Culture Lab.

Monique Hafen Adams of CHICAGO at San Jose Stage Company Gets Her Shot at the Dream Role of Roxie Hart

by Jim Munson — February 4, 2020

Monique Hafen Adams is one of those theater performers who work so frequently throughout the Bay Area that they seem to be part of some kind of unofficial, regional rep company.

Paul Louis Lessard Talks the Importance and Thrill of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Detroit Opera House

by Katie Laban — February 4, 2020

Jesus Christ Superstar, the musical phenomenon with a world-wide fan base, is in Detroit for a short visit following sold engagements in the UK.

Audrey Belle Adams of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at The Saenger Theatre

by Heidi Scheuermann — February 4, 2020

Get ready kids and former kids, for the most magical show we've had at the Saenger Theatre all season!  CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY is opening next week, and the cast is ready to take us on a journey to Willy Wonka's candy kingdom.

Jeff Parry, Producer of WE WILL ROCK YOU at Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Place Des Arts

by Noelle Hannibal — February 3, 2020

Jeff Parry was raised in Ottawa, ON.

Margaret Odette On Her Quest To Being A Fierce Badass in REVENGE SONG

by Gil Kaan — February 3, 2020

Qui Nguyen's REVENGE SONG: A VAMPIRE COWBOYS CREATION will receive its world premiere at the Geffen Playhouse opening February 13, 2020 (with previews beginning February 4).

Jonathan Goodwin Brings an Element of Danger to THE ILLUSIONISTS at Wharton Center

by Stefani Chudnow — February 3, 2020

Following several worldwide tours and a run on Broadway, The Illusionists - Live From Broadway will be making a stop at East Lansing's Wharton Center on February 8th as part of its 2020 North American tour.

Director Max McLean Bares His Soul on Spiritual Warfare in C.S. Lewis' THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS at BJCC CONCERT HALL

by David Edward Perry — February 2, 2020

Max McLean is president and artistic director of Fellowship for Performing Arts.

Jason Pumarada in BUNNY BOY at The Growing Stage 2/8 TO 2/16

by Marina Kennedy — February 2, 2020

The Growing Stage will present the world premiere production of 'BUNNYBOY' by Philip Kaplan.

Matt Henry Discusses KINKY BOOTS Coming to UK and Irish Cinemas

by Fiona Scott — February 1, 2020

Matt Henry MBE won the 2016 Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Lola in Kinky Boots a?' which also won the Olivier for Best Musical in the same year.

Katherine Pearce Talks THE WHIP

by Rona Kelly — January 31, 2020

Actress Katherine Pearce makes her Royal Shakespeare Company debut this season, featuring in both King John and The Whip, a new play by Juliet Gilkes Romero.

Alexander Fraser on Preparing the Bucks County Playhouse for the World Premiere of OTHER WORLD

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 31, 2020

The Bucks County Playhouse is one of the most historic theaters in the country.

Meet the Sommelier: Yuval Bar-Kokhba, Wine Director at HER NAME WAS CARMEN in SoHo

by Marina Kennedy — January 31, 2020

Yuval Bar-Kokhba brings over 20 years of experience to Her Name is Carmen, combining a wealth of knowledge that he has acquired through his work as a Wine Advisor, Sommelier, and Attorney.

Anthony Nunziata of AMORE: THE GREATEST LOVE SONGS at 54 Below

by Stephen Mosher — January 31, 2020

Cabaret and concert favorite Anthony Nunziata is coming into February with a lot of love! His cd THE LOVE ALBUM and his 54 Below show AMORE are a clear indicator that the romantic crooner his love on the brain and in his voice.

Ben Lipitz of THE LION KING at Aronoff Center

by Anne Simendinger — January 31, 2020

Adalyn Grace, author of ALL THE STARS AND TEETH

by Bonnie Lynn Wagner — January 31, 2020

Today, BroadwayWorld is excited to share an interview with debut author Adalyn Grace, whose upcoming February 4th release has already been blurbed by heavyweight #1 New York Times Best Selling Author Tom Adeyemi (CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE).

Theatre Life with Justin Weaks

by Elliot Lanes — January 30, 2020

Today's subject Justin Weaks is currently living his theatre life onstage at Studio Theatre where he plays Omari Joseph in the company's current production of Pipeline.

Emily Skinner of COME TO THE MOON at 42nd Street Moon Tells Tales of Working with Hal Prince, Cher and More

by Jim Munson — January 30, 2020

The inimitable Emily Skinner will be headlining 42nd Street Moon's gala fundraiser a?oeCome to the Moona?? on Tuesday, February 4th at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco.

Jacob Hemsath of FRANK-N-FRIEND at Casa Mañana

by Zac Thriffiley — January 30, 2020

When the perils of the playground combine with the creatures of the Gothic and the humor of a good laugh shared among friends, the new musical FRANK-N-FRIEND comes to life, making its world premiere at Casa Mañana.

Eric Chambliss of JERSEY BOYS on focus, feedback and Frankie Valli

by Pnina Topham — January 30, 2020

They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note.

Director of Education Kate Cordaro and A LITTLE SHAKESPEARE: TWELFTH NIGHT” at Two River Theater 1/ 31 to 2/9

by Marina Kennedy — January 30, 2020

Next up at Two River Theater is A Little Shakespeare: Twelfth Night.

STRICTLY's Karen Hauer Talks New Stage Show FIREDANCE LIVE

by Jenny Ell — January 30, 2020

Best known for appearing as professional dancers on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez are going on the road around the UK with their brand new show, Firedance Live, which promises a?oehot pulsing beats, seductive choreography and passion that will take your breath awaya??.

Gabriella DeCarli of AMELIE at Open Stage Of Harrisburg

by Andrea Stephenson — January 29, 2020

The musical Amélie, first produced in 2015, is based on the 2001 film of the same name.

Linda Eder on Heading Back to Feinstein's/54 Below and More - Would She Return to Broadway?

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 29, 2020

Linda Eder indisputably has one of the greatest voices of our time.

BWW arvio ja haastattelu: FULL PULL, WOYZECK Teatteri Jurkassa

by Rosanna Liuski — January 29, 2020

Teatteri Jurkan pieni teatteritila on lavastettu olohuonemaisesti.

Director Brenna Corner of San Diego Opera's HANSEL AND GRETEL

by Ron Bierman — January 29, 2020

Brenna Corner started out with dreams of Broadway.

Actor/Director Michael A. Shepperd Stepping Off-Stage to WEST ADAMS

by Gil Kaan — January 29, 2020

A creative staple of the Los Angeles Theatre community, director/actor Michael A.

Sue Diepeveen chats about the RE-OPENING of The Drama Factory

by Faeron Wheeler — January 29, 2020

The Drama Factory in Somerset West has become something of an institution for patrons in the area.

HUMAN INTEREST STORY's Chameleon Actor Rob Nagle On Choosing Roles, Classics & L.A. Theatre

by Gil Kaan — January 28, 2020

A stalwart member of the Los Angeles Theatre community, the multi-award-winning Rob Nagle will next be appearing on the Fountain Theatre stage in the world premiere of Stephen Sachs' HUMAN INTEREST STORY, opening February 15, 2020.

GUYS AND DOLLS at Theatre Baton Rouge

by Tara Bennett — January 27, 2020

Theatre Baton Rouge wants local audiences to roll the dice this weekend with their spring musical production of GUYS AND DOLLS running from January 30 through February 2 as part of TBR's Young Actors Program.

Part 1: Making Space for Gender-Queer Voices (and Making Sure to Pay Them Too)

by Andrew Child — January 27, 2020

What do young artists (many with intersecting, marginalized identities) think about where Boston theatre will go in the 2020s? a?oeNo one's gonna want to work with me after reading this,a?? Geena Forristall laughed when asked.

Debut of the Month: A SOLDIER'S PLAY's Nnamdi Asomugha Marches Into His Broadway Debut

by Caryn Robbins — January 27, 2020

Today, A SOLDIER'S PLAY's Nnamdi Asomugha speaks with BroadwayWorld and shares his tenacious journey from the football field to the Broadway stage.

Phyre Hawkins of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Ordway Center For Performing Arts

by Kristen Hirsch Montag — January 27, 2020

Phyre Hawkins answers 6 questions and 6 quick hits before taking the Ordway stage as a Storyteller in this area premiere show.

Nathan Peck of North Carolina Theatre's KINKY BOOTS

by Jeffrey Kare — January 27, 2020

From February 11th-16th, North Carolina Theatre will be presenting a production of Harvey Fierstein & Cyndi Lauper's 2013 Tony-winning musical, Kinky Boots, at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.

Actor Ammar Duffus Talks A MONSTER CALLS

by Marianka Swain — January 27, 2020

Ammar Duffus's past work includes Twelfth Night at the National Theatre, Holes at Nottingham Playhouse, and Sally Cookson's take on Peter Pan at the Troubadour.

Catherine Porter of CATHERINE PORTER AND JIM VALLANCE at Birdland Theater

by Stephen Mosher — January 26, 2020

The versatile powerhouse singer Catherine Porter is singing as often as she can these days - it keeps her happy and healthy, but singing with her famous boyfriend at The Birdland Theater is super bliss!

James Delisco Beeks of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Hennepin Theatre Trust

by Kristen Hirsch Montag — January 26, 2020

James Delisco Beeks plays Judas in the national tour production celebrating 50 years of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR.

Mike Iveson & WHAT Touring THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO Him

by Gil Kaan — January 25, 2020

Already in previews, Heidi Schreck's 2019 Tony-nominated Best Play and Pulitzer Prize finalist WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME has been extended twice at the Mark Taper Forum through February 28, 2020.

Joshua Tavares of RENT on Tour

by Nicole Ackman — January 24, 2020

Joshua Tavares plays Angel in the 20th Anniversary RENT National Tour, coming to DPAC January 28 to February 2.