Xanadu 2006 - Articles Page 18

Opened: April 21, 2006
Closing: April 21, 2006

Xanadu - 2006 - New York History , Info & More

Based on the film of the same name

Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time – the first ROLLER DISCO–hey, it’s 1980! But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation and chaos abounds. ??This hilarious, roller skating, musical adventure about following your dreams despite the limitations others set for you, rolls along to the original hit score composed by pop-rock legends Jeff Lynne and John Farrar, and includes, “Magic, All Over The World, Suddenly, I’m Alive, Evil Woman, Have You Never Been Mellow and Xanadu, to name a few, and is based on the Universal Pictures’ cult classic movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. ??It’s hilarity on wheels for adults, children and anyone who has ever wanted to feel inspired, as one of Broadway’s master storytellers, Douglas Carter Beane, weaves a moving, electrifying tale of endless fun that will keep you in stitches, while the original, legendary chart-topping tunes lift you out of your seat. You’ll want to keep the music in your head, and Xanadu in your heart, forever.

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Xanadu - 2006 - New York Articles Page 18

Photo Coverage: Backstage with Music of Scott Alan at Birdland
by Linda Lenzi - Jan 8, 2008


Composer and lyricist Scott Alan celebrated the release of his debut album, Dreaming Wide Awake: The Music of Scott Alan, on Monday, January 7, 2008 at 7:30PM, as part of the long-running, critically-heralded and popular concert series Broadway at Birdland.

Photo Coverage: Music of Scott Alan at Birdland
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jan 8, 2008


Composer and lyricist Scott Alan celebrated the release of his debut album, Dreaming Wide Awake: The Music of Scott Alan, on Monday, January 7, 2008 at 7:30PM, as part of the long-running, critically-heralded and popular concert series Broadway at Birdland.

Charm City Call Board: January 2 - 7
by James Howard - Jan 2, 2008


Happy New Year! News of Spotlighters, QuestFest, Run of the Mill, FPCT, more! Plus! Job openings and audition notices!

'Broadway Backwards 3' with Harris, Reinders, Jackson Feb.4
by BWW News Desk - Dec 29, 2007


An array of Broadway legends, as well as a host of up-and-coming players, will come together for a gender- bending concert featuring show tune favorites on Monday, February 4, 2008. 'Broadway Backwards 3' (BB3) will showcase a diverse cast of male singers performing songs traditionally performed by female singers

New Year's Eve Celebration at the Laurie Beechman!
by BWW News Desk - Dec 27, 2007


Hurry! Only a few tickets are left to celebrate New Year's Eve right-off Times Square with a three-course dinner and live musical performances from two of New York's most acclaimed vocalists at The New Year's Eve Bash at the Laurie Beechman Theatre!

'The Miracle Worker' Begins at Paper Mill January 23
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2007


Paper Mill Playhouse announces its mainstage production of The Miracle Worker. The Miracle Worker will run at the Millburn theatre from January 23, 2008 through February 24, 2008. There are three added student matinee performances on February 6, 13 and 14 at 11AM. The Miracle Worker is supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Scott Alan & Stars Celebrate CD Release at Birdland Jan.7
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2007


Jim Caruso's Cast Party and TheaterMania.com are proud to announce the Official CD Release Party for composer and lyricist Scott Alan's debut album, Dreaming Wide Awake: The Music of Scott Alan, on Monday, January 7, 2008 at 7:30PM.

Photo Flash: Jason Graae at Birdland
by BWW - Oct 23, 2007


Award-winning Broadway and cabaret star Jason Graae brought his acclaimed cabaret show 'Graae's Anatomy' back to 'Broadway at Birdland' on October 21 and 22 at 7 PM joined by musical director Alex Rybeck plus Surprise Guests.

Xanadu Skates into PS Classics Studio 10/29; CD Release 1/08
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2007


PS Classics will record the cast album of the Broadway musical hit Xanadu on October 29.

Scott Alan's Debut CD 'Dreaming Wide Awake' Now Available
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2007


Composer Scott Alan's debut CD, 'Dreaming Wide Awake: The Music of Scott Alan' is now available.

2007 Flea Market Raises $559,810 Beating 2006 Total
by BWW News Desk - Sep 24, 2007


The 2007 Broadway Flea Market and Grand Auction raised a total of $559,810, beating the 2006 total of $505,832. Over the past 21 years, the Flea Markets and Grand Auctions have raised a total of $7,262,372.

A Catered Affair to Play the Kerr; Finds Creative Team
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2007


Jujamcyn Theaters has announced that this season's Broadway production of A Catered Affair, the new musical with book by four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein, score by John Bucchino and directed by Tony Award-winner John Doyle will play the Walter Kerr Theatre

Charm City Call Board - August 2007
by James Howard - Aug 28, 2007


This week: Best Bet: Rep Stage's Mrs. Farnsworth! Spotlighters goes dark! BPF to perform at the Kennedy Center! News of The Wedding Singer and My Fair Lady tours!

Peters, Moore, Dozens of Stars Set for Broadway Barks 9
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2007


Bernadette Peters and Mary Tyler Moore will host the ninth annual 'Broadway Barks!,' a star-studded dog and cat adopt-a-thon benefiting New York City animal shelters and adoption agencies.

Photo Coverage: Stars in the Alley 2007
by Mark Rupp - Jun 7, 2007


The casts of dozens of Broadway shows took part in the annual concert 'Stars in the Alley,' which was held in Shubert Alley on June 6th, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the event!

Spacey, Redgrave, Ehle, Etc. Set for Stars in the Alley
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2007


Kevin Spacey, Vanessa Redgrave, Jennifer Ehle, Xanthe Elbrick, Swoosie Kurtz, Jan Maxwell, Martha Plimpton and Julie White will join the casts of dozens of Broadway show for the annual concert 'Stars in the Alley

24 Bway Shows, Crumm, Osnes Set for Stars in the Alley
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2007


Broadway gives its regards to fans when the biggest stars come together for Stars in the Alley, held in historic Shubert Alley on Wednesday, June 6 at 11:00 a.m.

Ashley to Succeed McAnuff as La Jolla's New A.D.
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2007


Ralph Bryan, President of the Board of Directors of La Jolla Playhouse, announced today that Christopher Ashley has accepted the position as Artistic Director of La Jolla Playhouse.

Roundabout's Pig Farm Announces Full Cast and Design Team
by BWW News Desk - Apr 28, 2006


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents John Ellison Conlee, Katie Finneran, Logan Marshall-Green and Denis O'Hare in the co-world premiere (in collaboration with the Old Globe, San Diego, CA) of Greg Kotis's new comedy Pig Farm, directed by John Rando.

Cult-Classic Film 'Xanadu' Headed Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2006


Variety reports this morning that the cult-film Xanadu is set to arrive Off-Broadway in the Spring 207. The musical will have a book by Douglas Carter Beane, and direction by Christopher Ashley.

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