BWW Feature: A Brief History of Musicals Performing at the Grammy Awards
by Allison Pichowicz - Feb 14, 2016
On February 15, 2016 HAMILTON will perform its opening number live at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards. Only eight musicals (nine, if you count RIVERDANCE) have had this honor since the first Grammy Award ceremony in 1959. HAMILTON will make history, yet again, as the first show to perform via satellite during the ceremony; while the ceremony is at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, the cast will be performing on their set at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in New York City.
RIVERDANCE to Play the Fabulous Fox in February
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 28, 2015
Moya Doherty is proud to announce the international Irish dance phenomenon is back by popular demand with Riverdance - The 20th Anniversary World Tour, which is celebrating an extraordinary milestone for an incredible show, as it makes stops in St. Louis at the Fabulous Fox Theatre February 12 - 14. The Edinburgh Evening News raves about Riverdance - The 20th Anniversary World Tour, "As for the flaws? Well, there simply aren't any. Here's to another 20 years!"
RIVERDANCE 20th Anniversary Tour Coming to Paramount Theatre, 10/30-11/1
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 7, 2015
Moya Doherty is proud to announce the international Irish dance phenomenon is back by popular demand with Riverdance - The 20th Anniversary World Tour, which is celebrating an extraordinary milestone for an incredible show, as it makes stops in more than 60 North American cities during the 2015/2016 season. It will return to Seattle's Paramount Theatre from October 30 - November 1. Tickets for the return engagement are available on-line at stgpresents.org and tickets.com, by calling 877-STG-4TIX (784-4849) or in person at select Ticketmaster locations and at The Paramount Theatre Box Office (Monday through Friday, 10am to 6pm).
RIVERDANCE Returning to Segerstrom Center in January
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 11, 2015
The international Irish dance phenomenon is back by popular demand with RIVERDANCE - The 20th Anniversary World Tour, which is celebrating an extraordinary milestone for an incredible show, as it makes its way to Segerstrom Center for the Arts January 1 - 3, 2016. Tickets start at $29 and may be purchased online at SCFTA.org, the Box Office at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa or by calling (714) 556-2787. For inquiries about group ticket savings for 10 or more, call the Group Services office at (714) 755-0236. The TTY number is (714) 556-2746.
ELF, ONCE, LOVE LETTERS, WIZARD OF OZ and More Set for Citi Center's 2015-16 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2015
The Boston debut of ELF THE BROADWAY MUSICAL, the return of last season's holiday hit Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical, the Tony Award-winning musical ONCE, the perennially popular RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES; Ali MacGraw and Ryan O'Neal, stars of the 1970 classic romantic movie Love Story, reunited on stage in LOVE LETTERS, a new production of THE WIZARD OF OZ, and the international Irish dance phenomenon RIVERDANCE - The 20th Anniversary World Tour are coming in the 2015-16 season to the Citi Performing Arts Center.
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston Unveils Schedule for Spring 2015 Season
by Matt Smith - Dec 9, 2014
Waltham, MA . . . Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston's stage will come alive with the 70's disco sounds of Sweden and the sweet lilt of an Irish brogue in the company's highly anticipated Spring 2015 season. Return to the 70's with the definitive ABBA Tribute Experience for one performance only on February 22, featuring the band ABsalute Gold. Sing along to all your favorite tunes from Dancing Queen to Waterloo at this energetic concert featuring full authentic costumes and choreography. For Saint Patrick's Day weekend, March 14-15, Reagle will celebrate the Emerald Isle with A Little Bit of Ireland, the spectacular annual production that features the sights and sounds of Ireland. To purchase tickets for Reagle's Spring 2015 season or for more information, visit www.reaglemusictheatre.com, call 781-891-5600, or visit the theater box office at 617 Lexington St, Waltham, MA, 02452.
Review Roundup: U.S. Premiere of HEARTBEAT OF HOME in Chicago
by Christina Mancuso - Mar 6, 2014
Broadway In Chicago's HEARTBEAT OF HOME, from the producers of Riverdance, made its U.S. premiere in Chicago at the Oriental Theatre (151 W. Randolph) for a limited two-week engagement beginning March 4 - 16, 2014.
MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Tour Premiere, Sting's LAST SHIP Pre-Broadway Tryout & More Set for Broadway In Chicago's Spring 2014 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 24, 2013
Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce the upcoming 2014 spring season line-up. Supporting Broadway In Chicago's commitment to Chicagoans seeing shows first, the season features four premieres. Coming to Chicago first is the World Premiere Pre-Broadway production of THE LAST SHIP, the U.S. Tour Premiere of MOTOWN THE MUSICAL and the North American Premiere ofHEARTBEAT OF HOME, as well as the U.S. Tour Premiere of BUYER AND CELLAR as an off-season special. Also included in the season is GHOST THE MUSICAL, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, PETER & THE STARCATCHERand THE WIZARD OF OZ. The 2014 spring off-season includes: ONCE UPON A DREAM STARRING THE RASCALS, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, ALTON BROWN LIVE!, CHICAGO, ROCK OF AGES, ERTH'S DINOSAUR ZOO and MAMMA MIA!.
A May Sky Picture Presents WHAT I'M FAILING TO LEARN Workshop at 13th Street Rep, Now thru 6/15
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2013
A May Sky Picture has announced the workshop production of Schuyler Iona Press' WHAT I'M FAILING TO LEARN, choreography by Joel Hanna, music arranged by Jeb Patton, co-directed by Darren Press, written and directed by C. Fraser Press. WHAT I'M FAILING TO LEARN will play a limited engagement at Off-Broadway's 13th Street Rep (50 West 13th Street, NYC). Performances begin tonight, May 15 and continue through Saturday, June 15. Opening Night is Wednesday, May 29 (7 p.m.).
A May Sky Picture to Present WHAT I'M FAILING TO LEARN Workshop at 13th Street Rep, 5/15-6/15
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2013
A May Sky Picture has announced the workshop production of Schuyler Iona Press' WHAT I'M FAILING TO LEARN, choreography by Joel Hanna, music arranged by Jeb Patton, co-directed by Darren Press, written and directed by C. Fraser Press. WHAT I'M FAILING TO LEARN will play a limited engagement at Off-Broadway's 13th Street Rep (50 West 13th Street, NYC). Performances begin Wednesday, May 15 and continue through Saturday, June 15. Opening Night is Wednesday, May 29 (7 p.m.).
3Stages' IRISH HOOLEY Returns 3/8
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 21, 2013
From the producer of An Irish Christmas comes this Irish Hooley ("boisterous party")-pipes, flutes, harp, fiddle, bodhrans, dancing, singing, and storytelling-featuring the seven-piece band Slugger O'Toole and members of the superb Kerry Dance team, which includes dancers from Lord of the Dance, Riverdance and more. A second performance at 4 pm has been added to accommodate demand for this lively show.
LES MISERABLES, ONCE, ALADDIN & More Set for Mirvish's 50th Season
by Kelly Cameron - Feb 13, 2013
Mirvish Productions is celebrating fifty years of producing in Toronto with their largest and most ambitious subscription seasons to date, starting with the return of the smash-hit LES MISERABLES with hometown boy Ramin Karimloo in the lead role of Jean Valjean. Toronto will also see the World Premiere of ALADDIN, the Tony Award Winning musical ONCE, the World Premiere of Sergio Trujillo's ARRABAL, the North American Premiere of HEARTBEAT OF HOME, critical favourite METAMORPHOSIS and the North American Premiere of THE LAST CONFESSION. They have also announced four exciting bonus shows and their sophomore Off-Mirvish season. BWW is thrilled to bring readers coverage of all the new season has to offer, including feature interviews with many key players throughout the remainder of the week.
Featured Performer of the Week: Troy Blackwell-Cook
by BWW Special Coverage - Jan 24, 2013
BroadwayWorld is thrilled to present its latest feature series: The Performer of the Week! Get to know these amazing talents as they share a bit about themselves, their work and life! Today, we're thrilled to introduce you to Troy Blackwell-Cook!
BWW's Top Houston Theatre Stories of 2012
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Houston in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
AN IRISH CHRISTMAS Opens at Three Stages Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2012
After not one, but two sold-out shows at Three Stages last December, the return of An Irish Christmas to Folsom was all but guaranteed. Here for five shows is a celebration of Christmas in Ireland, with glorious music, traditional dance, lively storytelling, and plenty of Irish soul.
AN IRISH CHRISTMAS Opens at Three Stages, 11/29
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2012
After not one, but two sold-out shows at Three Stages last December, the return of An Irish Christmas to Folsom was all but guaranteed. Here for five shows is a celebration of Christmas in Ireland, with glorious music, traditional dance, lively storytelling, and plenty of Irish soul.
Music Dance Theatre Workshops Bring Broadway Coaching to Indianapolis
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 6, 2012
A new program is coming to town! Music Dance Theatre Workshops brings Broadway performers to Indianapolis to give personalized coaching and performance instruction to young actors in the central-Indiana arts community. All teaching artists are originally from the Midwest, most with ties to Indianapolis. These performers, many with Broadway credits, are excited to give back to the community that shaped them into the artists they have become today!