One of the most popular shows in Muny history, Grease returns for nine nights in its first Muny production since 2007. Packed with explosive energy, Grease takes you back to a simpler time as "bad boy" Danny and "the girl next door" Sandy fall in love all over again.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced its February 2014 performances and events. Details below!
This February and March at 54 BELOW presents an exciting lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond, including Christopher Sieber, Annaleigh Ashford, Randy Graff, Melinda Doolittle, Jeff Daniels, Linda Eder, Andrea McArdle, Sondheim Unplugged, Taboo: 10th Anniversary Reunion Concert, Beth Leavel, Lindsay Mendez and Derek Klena.
Walnut Street Theatre for Kids' is thrilled to welcome back Alexander and friends in Alexander Who's Not Not Not Not Not Not Going to Move following the success of last season's production of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. This hour-long musical adaptation of Judith Viorst's third book in her popular children series will be LIVE on the Walnut's stage today, January 31st through February 8th, 2014.
This February and March at 54 BELOW presents an exciting lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond, including Christopher Sieber, Annaleigh Ashford, Randy Graff, Melinda Doolittle, Jeff Daniels, Linda Eder, Andrea McArdle, Sondheim Unplugged, Taboo: 10th Anniversary Reunion Concert, Beth Leavel, Lindsay Mendez and Derek Klena.
Deadline reports that Richard Gere is set to produce and star in TIME OUT OF MIND, a drama from director Oren Moverman (The Messenger). The movie will begin production in March 2014.
Some people call Grease 2 a guilty pleasure. Many more consider it to simply be a bad film. And then there's the rest of us: people who come across it at an early age (often too young to understand what the 'Reproduction' lyrics we like to sing at the dinner table mean), genuinely love it to pieces and never let it go, who at various points in our lives come across fellow fans - there is no quicker bond - with whom we can recite the dialogue and sing the songs, fuelling our shared fervour, and on and on it goes.
Manhattan Theatre Club will present its annual Winter Benefit, an evening of cocktails and dinner followed by a special one-night-only cabaret-style show featuring Broadway's brightest stars on Monday, February 3, 2014 at The Allen Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Fredrick P. Rose Hall (Broadway & 60th Street).
The McOnie Company presents its inaugural production DRUNK, a theatre-dance revue which will premiere at Leicester's Curve Theatre tonight 28 January 2014 before transferring to London'sBridewell Theatre from Wednesday 5 February 2014. On sale now.
Performing talent includes: Victoria Justice (from Nickelodeon's Victorious), Megan Hilty (Smash, Sean Saves the World, Wicked, 9 to 5), Constantine Maroulis (Rock of Ages, Jekyll and Hyde), Stephen Trask (Hedwig and the Angry Inch), Ashley Spencer (Grease, Priscilla, Rock of Ages), Wallace Smith (Rocky, Godspell, Hair), Lesli Margherita (Matilda), Mitchell Jarvis (Rock of Ages), Kerry Butler (Catch Me If You Can, Xanadu, Rock of Ages), Monique Coleman (High School Musical), Brian Gallagher (Jekyll and Hyde), Natalie Joy Johnson (Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde, bare) Justin Sargent (Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark), Jenna Leigh Green (Wicked, bare), James Snyder (If/Then), Teresa Stanley (The Color Purple, Rock of Ages), Todd Buonopane (30 Rock), & Katie Thompson (Giant).
Today we are talking to a terrifically talented twosome who have found success sharing the stage both in entertainment endeavors and in life itself - real-life triple-threat couple Ace Young and Diana DeGarmo. Discussing many details of their two upcoming major musical productions - first, a special live concert presentation of the new musical SAMSON & DELILAH at cool NYC cabaret venue 54 Below, followed by the release of the concept album; as well as the upcoming new national tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's classic family-friendly Biblically-themed musical JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, kicking off in a few short weeks - Young and DeGarmo share their passion for the arts and their unwavering commitment to their craft. Furthermore, the attractive and fit duo share how they are preparing for their upcoming Biblical roles and how they first became involved with the respective projects themselves. Additionally, both shed some light on their notable AMERICAN IDOL heydays, sharing backstage stories from the intriguing list of credits on their impressive resumes thus far. Plus, DeGarmo shares thoughts on the many in-development musicals she has had a hand in developing, from Sheryl Crow's forthcoming DINER to the similarly screen-to-stage adaptation of JAWBREAKER, not to mention her memorable work in the recent revisal version of CARRIE and more. As if all of that were not enough, Young and DeGarmo also recount memories of starring on Broadway together in HAIR as well as reflect on their turns in GREASE and HAIRSPRAY, while also casting a glance back at some favorite early roles, as well. Everything mentioned plus first news on the couple's new self-penned EP titled YOUNG & FREE as well as much more awaits in this career-spanning conversation with two of musical theatre's most popular and affable modern stars!
The sensational season kicks off with a true New York City institution and multi-award winning musical, CHICAGO. The season continues with the spectacular new production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, the electric stage adaptation DIRTY DANCING - THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE, Broadway's best-loved musical ANNIE, eight-time Tony Award-winning musical ONCE, irresistible family musical JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT and MAMMA MIA!, the enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship.
Three time Tony Award nominated Broadway favorite Marin Mazzie (Passion; Ragtime; Kiss Me, Kate), who will star as "Helen Sinclair" in the world premiere production of the new musical comedy BULLETS OVER BROADWAY this spring, will sing the National Anthem at Yankee Stadium this Sunday, January 26th to open the 2014 Coors Light NHL Stadium Series in New York, the National Hockey League announced today.
According to a post on Jennifer Holliday's Facebook page, the Broadway star and singer will appear at the Barnes & Noble Upper East Side (86th and Lexington in NYC) to sign copies and celebrate the release of her new album 'The Song Is You' today, January 24, 2014.
Primary Stages (Casey Childs, Founder & Executive Producer; Andrew Leynse, Artistic Director; Elliot Fox, Managing Director) announces their 30th Anniversary Season (2014-2015). In their upcoming season, the award-winning company will present three new premieres.
The 2014 Season marks a landmark for one of the region's most established and respected theatre organizations. With the opening of Rodgers & Hammerstein's classic The Sound of Music today, January 17, 2014, The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre will kick off its Platinum Anniversary Season, celebrating 20 years of bringing live, first class entertainment to the stage.
Walnut Street Theatre for Kids' is thrilled to welcome back Alexander and friends in Alexander Who's Not Not Not Not Not Not Going to Move following the success of last season's production of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. This hour-long musical adaptation of Judith Viorst's third book in her popular children series will be LIVE on the Walnut's stage January 31st through February 8th, 2014.
The Ogunquit Playhouse, America's Foremost Summer Theatre, will be one of the first regional premieres of the Broadway musical sensation The Addams Family. The frightfully delightful world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley and, of course, Lurch come to spooky and spectacular life in this all new story, based on the bizarre and beloved characters created by cartoonist Charles Addams. The magnificently macabre family is put to the test when outsiders come to dinner, hurling them into a night that will change their lives forever. This new musical comedy was created by Jersey Boys' authors Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice and Drama Desk Award winning composer/lyricist Andrew Lippa. Executive Artistic Director Bradford Kenney said, 'This hilarious family friendly musical has now been seen around the world and we are delighted to create our own production of this spooky, kooky, warm and wonderful, musical comedy. It will be a full scale extravaganza with show stopping musical numbers and all the fun you would expect from America's first family of fright.' The Addams Family is on stage October 1 through 26. Come pay a call on the Addams Family - they're dying to meet you.
Tony nominee Annaleigh Ashford (Kinky Boots, Rent, Dogfight, Wicked, Legally Blonde, and Showtime's 'Masters of Sex.'), Tony nominee Brenda Braxton (Smokey Joe's Cafe, Chicago, Dreamgirls), Multi-million selling recording artist, actor, author Sam Harris (Grease!, The Life, author of the new book HAM: Slices of a Life), and Emmy and Tony nominee Michele Lee (Broadway's Seesaw, How to Succeed..., and TV's 'Knots Landing') gathered at 54 Below today to preview their upcoming shows at the venue. BroadwayWorld was there for the special event and you can check out photo coverage below!
Broadway In Chicago has announced that individual tickets for JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT go on-sale Friday, January 17, 2014 at 10:00 AM. JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT will play Chicago at the Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph St.) March 18 - 30, 2014.
According to a post on Jennifer Holliday's Facebook page, the Broadway star and singer will appear at the Barnes & Noble Upper East Side (86th and Lexington) to sign copies and celebrate the release of her new album 'The Song Is You' on Friday, January 24, 2014.
Muny Executive Producer Mike Isaacson announced today the directors, choreographers and music directors for the Muny's 2014 Season, which opens on June 16 with Billy Elliot The Musical. "We're so happy these exciting artists are creating our 2014 season," said Isaacson. "This is a challenging season, one with incredible variety and power. We're fortunate that such extraordinary talents will be creating our 'Muny Magic.'"
Robert Creighton, David Garrison, Harriet Harris, Judy Kaye, Lewis J. Stadlen, Lee Wilkof, Tony Yazbeck and Rachel York will join Christian Borle in Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh¹s Little Me, the opening production of New York City Center¹s 2014 Encores! season, running for seven performances, February 5 - 9. The show will be directed by John Rando with music direction by Rob Berman and choreography by Joshua Bergasse.
The highly successful Arts & Ideas program at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco (JCCSF) continues into 2014 with an array of fascinating thinkers, writers and entertainers.
How often do you find yourself watching the bad girl and hoping things work out okay for her in the end? Like Stockard Channing in Grease or Kylie Minogue in Cut? This is the extraordinary world of cabaret and personality. Individuals in the spotlight shedding their skins like onions and revealing that life is the cabaret, hoping all along that you'll become an old chum. During this interview with Director David Paul Jobling and chanteuse Candy Chambers as they bring their talents together for Candy Chambers Fifty Forever we discussed perception and how the internet has changed the way we think.
Below are all performances at Mayo Performing Arts Center in the month of January and February. Additional events may be added. Please note the Sylvia Browne event has been canceled due to her death. Scroll down for more information.
1972 | Broadway |
Original Broadway Production Broadway |
1973 | West End |
London Production West End |
1976 | US Tour |
National Tour US Tour |
1979 | West End |
London Revival West End |
1993 | West End |
London Revival West End |
1994 | Broadway |
Broadway Revival Broadway |
2003 | Milburn, NJ (Regional) |
Paper Mill Production Milburn, NJ (Regional) |
2007 | Lincolnshire, IL (Regional) |
Marriott Lincolnshire Revival Lincolnshire, IL (Regional) |
2007 | West End |
London Revival West End |
2007 | Broadway |
Broadway Revival Broadway |
2010 | US Tour |
Touring Revival US Tour |
2014 | Milburn, NJ (Regional) |
Paper Mill Playhouse Production Milburn, NJ (Regional) |
2014 | St. Louis, MO (Regional) |
Muny Production St. Louis, MO (Regional) |
2016 | Motion Picture |
FOX Live Televised Production Motion Picture |
2017 | Canada |
Toronto Production Canada |
2021 | UK Tour |
UK Tour |
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