Antonio Banderas Directs Third Film, 'Solo,' for 2012 Release
by Leslie Fazin - Oct 27, 2010
Set to debut on the silver screens in 2012, Antonio Banderas will begin production of his new film, a sci-fi psychological thriller, 'Solo,' next year, according to Variety.com. 'Solo' will mark Banderas' third directorial film, which follows 'Summer Rain' (2006) and 'Crazy in Alabama' (1999). Based upon Erik Jendresen's original screenplay, Banderas will play the film's lead, a Spanish colonel suffering a post-conflict trauma. To reach international markets world-wide, the film, which has an anticipated budget of $14 million, will be shot in English and will feature a cast comprised of all Spanish actors.
TOMORROW MORNING Opens At The Landor Theatre, Oct 12
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2010
Casting is now complete for the major new London production of the award-winning musical Tomorrow?Morning- A Landor Theatre production in conjunction with Jason Haigh-Ellery & Hilary A Williams
Arkansas Rep Stages EVITA Through 10/3
by BWW
News Desk - Oct 3, 2010
From small town anonymity to big city stardom, the life of Eva Peron reads like an Argentine Cinderella story. But there was no fairy godmother for Evita. She clawed her way to the top using both her beauty and her brains, rising from obscurity to become one of Argentina's most notable and notorious political figures.
London Fringe Premieres THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, 9/23
by BWW
News Desk - Sep 23, 2010
Ovation in association with Alex Segal will present The London Fringe Premiere of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE by Lisa Lambert, Don McKellar, Bob Martin and Greg Morrison. The Tony Award-winning hit Broadway musical will also be presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Limited on behalf of Music Theatre International of New York. Performances are scheduled to run 23 September 2010 - 31 October 2010.
Arkansas Rep Stages EVITA Through 10/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 20, 2010
From small town anonymity to big city stardom, the life of Eva Peron reads like an Argentine Cinderella story. But there was no fairy godmother for Evita. She clawed her way to the top using both her beauty and her brains, rising from obscurity to become one of Argentina's most notable and notorious political figures.
Julia Murney to join Houston Symphony, 9/4
by Erin Privratsky - Sep 4, 2010
Broadway star Julia Murney will be joining the Houston Symphony for a special concert series called 'Broadway Rocks!' on September 3, 4, and 5. Three additional vocalists will join Ms. Murney and will be announced at a later date. They will be backed by the Gay Men's Chorus of Houston to perform show stopping numbers from the latest generation of Broadway musicals like Wicked, Mamma Mia, The Lion King, RENT, and more.
Julia Murney Joins Houston Symphony, 9/3-5
by Erin Privratsky - Sep 3, 2010
Broadway star Julia Murney will be joining the Houston Symphony for a special concert series called 'Broadway Rocks!' on September 3, 4, and 5. Three additional vocalists will join Ms. Murney and will be announced at a later date. They will be backed by the Gay Men's Chorus of Houston to perform show stopping numbers from the latest generation of Broadway musicals like Wicked, Mamma Mia, The Lion King, RENT, and more.
London Fringe Premieres THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, 9/23
by Molly Hagan - Sep 1, 2010
Ovation in association with Alex Segal will present The London Fringe Premiere of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE by Lisa Lambert, Don McKellar, Bob Martin and Greg Morrison. The Tony Award-winning hit Broadway musical will also be presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Limited on behalf of Music Theatre International of New York. Performances are scheduled to run 23 September 2010 - 31 October 2010.
Paice, Morton, Kushnier Lead Cast Of CHESS At Signature Theatre Thru 9/26
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 29, 2010
CHESS opened at the Signature Theatre on August 10 and will run through September 26. The cast is lead by Jill Paice (Curtains, The 39 Steps) as Florence Vassy, Euan Morton (Boy George in Taboo, Sondheim on Sondheim) as Anatoly Sergievsky and Jeremy Kushnier (Footloose, Rent) as Freddie Trumper. The rock musical is directed by Signature's Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer. Written by Mamma Mia! composers Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson with Evita and Lion King lyricist Tim Rice, the 1984 cult musical of Cold War competition in love and chess is being given its first major Washington area production. Chess is being performed in the fabulous intimacy of the 276-seat MAX Theatre.
Village Originals to Feat. Yorkey & Kitt's IN YOUR EYES et al. in New Musical Fest. 8/12-8/15
by BWW
News Desk - Aug 15, 2010
Village Originals has announced the official selections for the 10th Annual Festival of New Musicals taking place August 12-15, 2010 at the Francis J. Gaudette Theatre in Issaquah. This is an invitation only event, not open to the public.
The Annual Festival of New Musicals has become a jumping off point for a number of Village Theatre's most popular new works. Leading writers and producers from across the world come together for this invite-only event to be part of the process of developing new musicals. Since 2001, the Village Originals Festival has developed over 50 new musicals and worked with over 100 authors.
Village Originals to Feat. Yorkey & Kitt's IN YOUR EYES et al. in New Musical Fest. 8/12-8/15
by BWW News Desk - Aug 12, 2010
Village Originals has announced the official selections for the 10th Annual Festival of New Musicals taking place August 12-15, 2010 at the Francis J. Gaudette Theatre in Issaquah. This is an invitation only event, not open to the public.
The Annual Festival of New Musicals has become a jumping off point for a number of Village Theatre's most popular new works. Leading writers and producers from across the world come together for this invite-only event to be part of the process of developing new musicals. Since 2001, the Village Originals Festival has developed over 50 new musicals and worked with over 100 authors.
Yorkey & Kitt's IN YOUR EYES and More Get Readings at Village Originals New Musicals Fest., 8/12 - 8/15
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 3, 2010
Village Originals has announced the official selections for the 10th Annual Festival of New Musicals taking place August 12-15, 2010 at the Francis J. Gaudette Theatre in Issaquah. This is an invitation only event, not open to the public.
The Annual Festival of New Musicals has become a jumping off point for a number of Village Theatre's most popular new works. Leading writers and producers from across the world come together for this invite-only event to be part of the process of developing new musicals. Since 2001, the Village Originals Festival has developed over 50 new musicals and worked with over 100 authors.
Village Originals to Feat. Yorkey & Kitt's IN YOUR EYES et al. in New Musical Fest. 8/12-8/15
by Michelle Wong - Aug 2, 2010
Village Originals has announced the official selections for the 10th Annual Festival of New Musicals taking place August 12-15, 2010 at the Francis J. Gaudette Theatre in Issaquah. This is an invitation only event, not open to the public.
The Annual Festival of New Musicals has become a jumping off point for a number of Village Theatre's most popular new works. Leading writers and producers from across the world come together for this invite-only event to be part of the process of developing new musicals. Since 2001, the Village Originals Festival has developed over 50 new musicals and worked with over 100 authors.
Moonlight Stage Productions Closes OKLAHOMA 7/31
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2010
To open its 30th anniversary summer season, Moonlight Stage Productions presents the most American of American musicals, Rodgers and Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! from July 14-31 at the Moonlight Amphitheatre.
Moonlight Stage Productions Presents OKLAHOMA 7/14-31
by BWW
News Desk - Jul 14, 2010
To open its 30th anniversary summer season, Moonlight Stage Productions presents the most American of American musicals, Rodgers and Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! from July 14-31 at the Moonlight Amphitheatre.
Gets and Struthers Come To Pittsburgh CLO In CURTAINS 6/22-27
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 27, 2010
Experience a night of laughs, mystery and drama when Pittsburgh CLO presents the Pittsburgh premiere of Curtains, June 22 - 27 at the Benedum Center, in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. The legendary writing team of Kander and Ebb delivers another hit with this hilarious musical whodunit.
Gets and Struthers Come To Pittsburgh CLO In CURTAINS 6/22-27
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 22, 2010
Experience a night of laughs, mystery and drama when Pittsburgh CLO presents the Pittsburgh premiere of Curtains, June 22 - 27 at the Benedum Center, in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. The legendary writing team of Kander and Ebb delivers another hit with this hilarious musical whodunit.
Julia Murney to join Houston Symphony in September
by Erin Privratsky - Jun 20, 2010
Broadway star Julia Murney will be joining the Houston Symphony for a special concert series called 'Broadway Rocks!' on September 3, 4, and 5. Three additional vocalists will join Ms. Murney and will be announced at a later date. They will be backed by the Gay Men's Chorus of Houston to perform show stopping numbers from the latest generation of Broadway musicals like Wicked, Mamma Mia, The Lion King, RENT, and more.
Moonlight Stage Productions Presents OKLAHOMA 7/14-31
by Charlie Piane - Jun 17, 2010
To open its 30th anniversary summer season, Moonlight Stage Productions presents the most American of American musicals, Rodgers and Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! from July 14-31 at the Moonlight Amphitheatre.
EVITA Offers A Chance To Win Tickets To Opening Night
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 15, 2010
Following a stellar appearance by EVITA's Ricky Martin at the 64th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday, June 13, 2010, you now have a chance to make your own stellar appearance at EVITA's Opening Night Celebration. Enter to win the Opening Night Package, which includes travel, accommodations, tickets to the performance and party passes at www.EvitaonBroadway.com.
2010 Tony Awards: Bill T. Jones Wins 'Best Choreography'
by Charlie Piane - Jun 13, 2010
The American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 13, 2010 and broadcast on the CBS Television Network. For more information visit tonyawards.com.