Photo Coverage: 2010 Drama Desk Awards Press Room
by Linda Lenzi - May 24, 2010
Here are the winners of the 2010 Drama Desk Awards...
Outstanding Play:
Alan Ayckbourn, My Wonderful Day
Annie Baker, Circle Mirror Transformation
Lucinda Coxon, Happy Now?
**John Logan, Red ** WINNER
Geoffrey Nauffts, Next Fall
Bruce Norris, Clybourne Park
Outstanding Musical:
Drama Desk Awards are Tonight; Live Coverage on BWW!
by Robert Diamond - May 23, 2010
The 55th Annual Drama Desk Awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, May 23, 2010 at the F.H. LaGuardia Concert Hall at Lincoln Center. Former Drama Desk Award winner Patti LuPone will host the awards ceremony.
Keep your browser tuned to BroadwayWorld.com for LIVE coverage on the site of all the winners and more starting at 9pm.
Napa Valley Opera House Announces Summer 2010 Schedule
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2010
Napa Valley Opera House Summer 2010 Season Line Up - Tickets on sale NOW. A note from Artistic Director Evy Warshawski -This time of year is definitely one of my favorites. From May through Labor Day, I have the pleasure of sharing with you the eclectic arts puzzle that is the NVOH summer season.
The Wilma Theater Presents David Strathairn In LEAVING, Previews 5/19
by BWW
News Desk - May 19, 2010
The Wilma Theater concludes its 2009 - 2010 Season with the U.S. Premiere of Leaving, by Václav Havel. The first play in 20 years from playwright and former Czech President Havel, Leaving will receive its U.S. Premiere production under co-Artistic Director Jiri Zizka's direction, with Academy Award® nominee David Strathairn (Good Night, and Good Luck) starring in the role of ex-Chancellor Dr. Vil?m Rieger.
Photo Coverage: 2010 Village Voice Obie Awards
by Linda Lenzi - May 18, 2010
The 55th Annual Village Voice OBIE Awards were presented on Monday, May 17, 2010, at a ceremony held at Webster Hall in Manhattan. Co-hosted by Michael Cerveris and former OBIE winner Anika Noni Rose, the awards were presented by J. Smith Cameron, Marin Ireland, Linda Lavin, Hamish Linklater, Michael Shannon, and Jennifer Westfeldt. BroadwayWorld was on hand to celebrate and brings you complete photo coverage below.
2010 OBIE Winners Announced!
by Robert Diamond - May 17, 2010
The 55th Annual Village Voice OBIE Awards were presented on Monday, May 17, 2010, at a ceremony held at Webster Hall in Manhattan. Co-hosted by Michael Cerveris and former OBIE winner Anika Noni Rose, the awards were presented by J. Smith Cameron, Marin Ireland, Linda Lavin, Hamish Linklater, Michael Shannon, and Jennifer Westfeldt.
The RRazz Room At Hotel Nikko Announces This Weeks Shows & Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 17, 2010
The RRazz room at Hotel Nikko is San Francisco's premier nightclub, offering the finest in world-class Cabaret, Jazz, Comedy and Popular music entertainment. This intimate and acoustically perfect venue has been the home for past performers such as: Ashford & Simpson, Oleta Adams, Larry Carlton, Bobby Caldwell, Spyro Gyra, Hiroshima, Diane Schuur, Ben Vereen, Martha Reeves, Miki Howard, The Zapp Band, ConFunkShun, Pete Escovedo and Freda Payne.
Curtis Stone and Natalie Morales to Host '2010 Miss USA Pageant' 5/16
by BWW
News Desk - May 16, 2010
NBC, Donald J. Trump and Paula M. Shugart, President of the Miss Universe Organization (MUO), announced today that Curtis Stone, internationally-renowned chef and current 'Celebrity Apprentice' contestant and 'Today' show co-host and correspondent Natalie Morales, will host NBC's '2010 Miss USA(R) Pageant.' The 59th-annual competition will be broadcast live from Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 16 (7-9 p.m. ET). The telecast will feature performances by multi-platinum country music superstar Trace Adkins and pop rock band Boys Like Girls (BLG), as well as color commentary by Joan and Melissa Rivers.
2010 Tony Award Nominees: 'Best Musical'
by Charlie Piane - May 4, 2010
Nominations for the American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were announced May 4, 2010 by Broadway Star Lea Michele and Tony Award Nominee Jeff Daniels.
Knitting Factory Brooklyn Presents The Great Muppet Caper Sing-A-Long, 5/2
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2010
The Knitting Factory was founded in 1987 and over the years has grown into Knitting Factory Entertainment, which encompasses four clubs - in Brooklyn, Hollywood, Boise, and Spokane - several record labels and other ventures. On May 2nd, it will present The Great Muppet Caper Sing-A-Long.
The Holmes Brothers Bring Soulful Gospel to Temple Theater 5/1
by BWW
News Desk - May 1, 2010
The Holmes Brothers bring their gospel-style R&B and blues to Des Moines as part of the Civic Center's new concert series 'LIVE AT THE TEMPLE. Your Music. Up Close.' on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center's Temple Theater. All concerts in the LIVE AT THE TEMPLE concert series are a presentation of the Prairie Meadows Temple Theater Series.
Curtis Stone and Natalie Morales to Host '2010 Miss USA Pageant' 5/16
by Charlie Piane - Apr 28, 2010
NBC, Donald J. Trump and Paula M. Shugart, President of the Miss Universe Organization (MUO), announced today that Curtis Stone, internationally-renowned chef and current 'Celebrity Apprentice' contestant and 'Today' show co-host and correspondent Natalie Morales, will host NBC's '2010 Miss USA(R) Pageant.' The 59th-annual competition will be broadcast live from Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 16 (7-9 p.m. ET). The telecast will feature performances by multi-platinum country music superstar Trace Adkins and pop rock band Boys Like Girls (BLG), as well as color commentary by Joan and Melissa Rivers.
Disney XD Orders A Second Season Of Comedy Series 'I'M IN THE BAND'
by Charlie Piane - Apr 26, 2010
A second season of 'I'm In The Band,' a music-filled, live-action comedy series about a teenager who realizes his wildest dream when he joins his favorite 'vintage' rock band, has been ordered by Disney XD, it was announced today by Gary Marsh, president, Entertainment, and chief creative officer, Disney Channels Worldwide. Production will resume in June in Hollywood, California.
The Holmes Brothers Bring Soulful Gospel to Temple Theater 5/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 26, 2010
The Holmes Brothers bring their gospel-style R&B and blues to Des Moines as part of the Civic Center's new concert series 'LIVE AT THE TEMPLE. Your Music. Up Close.' on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center's Temple Theater. All concerts in the LIVE AT THE TEMPLE concert series are a presentation of the Prairie Meadows Temple Theater Series.
Billy Porter Brings 'The Standard' to Joe's Pub, 4/26
by BWW News Desk - Apr 26, 2010
Joe's Pub will be featuring a line-up of numerous Broadway stars this April and May including: Anthony Rapp, Sutton Foster, Billy Porter, Kevin Chamberlin, Justin Bond, Nora York, Jeffrey Johnson, Galt MacDermott and the Hair tribe.
Original Cast Album of Kander & Ebb's THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS Recorded Today
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 23, 2010
The cast of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS, which ended its twice extended, sold-out run at Vineyard Theatre on Sunday, April 18, will record an Original Cast Album of the musical on Friday, April 23rd, it has been announced by Vineyard Theatre Artistic Director Douglas Aibel. The cast album of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS will be recorded and released by JAY Records. Release date TBA.
PS 122 Announces Spring 2010 Performance Schedule
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 22, 2010
Performance Space 122 is proud to announce the Spring 2010 schedule of events featuring six premiere presentations in theatre, dance, video, music, and more. Spring also features the annual Spring Gala honoring John Leguizamo. Additional special events include the annual Ethyl Eichelberger Award celebration & announcement as well as the Thursday Night Socials and Late Night series.
2010 Drama League Nominations Announced!
by Robert Diamond - Apr 20, 2010
The Drama League (Jano Herbosch, President; Gabriel Shanks, Executive Director) proudly announces nominations for the 2009-10 Drama League Awards, to be presented at The 76th Annual Drama League Awards Ceremony and Luncheon on Friday, May 21, 2010 (noon) in the Grand Ballroom of the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Times Square (1535 Broadway at 46th Street). The event will be co-hosted by Vanessa Williams (Sondheim on Sondheim) and Michael Urie (The Temperamentals).
Jenna Esposito Returns to The Metropolitan Room 4/19
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 19, 2010
JENNA ESPOSITO - celebrating her third consecutive year as a MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs) Award nominee for 'Best Female Vocalist' - will bring poodle skirts and puppy love back to the big city with a reprise performance of her acclaimed show, 'Jenna Esposito Sings Connie Francis.'
Laura Bell Bundy & More Perform At Country Music's Party Of The Year 4/18
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 18, 2010
The Academy of Country Music announced today that Laura Bell Bundy, Billy Currington, John Fogerty, Jack Ingram featuring Dierks Bentley, Toby Keith with Dave Koz, Miranda Lambert, Rascal Flatts and Darius Rucker are scheduled to perform as part of the 45th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS, hosted by Reba McEntire.
2010 River To River Festival Unveils Lineup, Kicks Off 6/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 15, 2010
Offering something for everyone, the ninth annual River To River® Festival today unveiled a stellar line-up of free music, dance, and cultural events that firmly establishes Lower Manhattan as the city's summer arts capital.