Talk Radio 1987 - Articles Page 1.8

Opened: May 29, 1987
Closing: November 29, 1987

Talk Radio - 1987 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Joseph Papp Public Theater/Martinson Hall
425 Lafayette Street New York, NY 10003

Barry Champlain, Cleveland's controversial radio host, is on the air doing what he does best: insulting the pathetic souls who call in the middle of the night to sound off. Tomorrow, Barry's show is going into national syndication and his producer is afraid that Barry will say something that will offend the sponsors. This, of course, makes Barry even more outrageous. Funny and moving, off beat, outrageous and totally entrancing, Talk Radio had a long run at New York's Public Theatre starring the author.

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Ian McKellen, John Bishop and Mel Giedroyc to Star in MOTHER GOOSE in the West End
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2022


Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has announced a UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE, starring Ian McKellen as Mother Goose, John Bishop as Vic Goose and Mel Giedroyc as the Goose.

FALL IN PHILLY �" So Many Events to Enjoy
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 9, 2022


Check out over 80 events that are happening in the Philadelphia area.  From food and fun to entertainment, there’s something for everyone!

TRU to Present 'Meet The Coaches' Workshop To Prepare Actors For TRU Virtual Audition And All Auditions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2022


Theater Resources Unlimited will present Meet the Coaches, during which actors can meet more than 10 monologue and music coaches, plus accompanists, who will share their methods and then meet individuals in breakout rooms.

Complete Cast and Creative Team Announced For THE PIANO LESSON, Starring Samuel L Jackson, Danielle Brooks and More
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2022


The complete cast and creative team have been announced for the first Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Joining the cast are Nadia Daniel and Jurnee Elizabeth Swan. Rounding out the company are Shirine Babb, Charles Browning, Peter Jay Fernandez, Sharina Martin, Warner Miller, Doron JePaul Mitchell and Kim Sullivan.

Porcupine Tree Share New Song & Announce New Album
by Michael Major - Jun 17, 2022


GRAMMY® Award-nominated British rock band Porcupine Tree – Steven Wilson, Richard Barbieri, and Gavin Harrison – has shared “Rats Return,” the latest track from their hugely anticipated new album, CLOSURE/CONTINUATION. An official music video directed by Ricky Allen premieres today on YouTube.

80s Icons Taylor Dayne, Tiffany & All-4-One Announced At Patchogue Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2022


Take a trip back in time as Taylor Dayne, Tiffany, and All-4-One bring Our Greatest Hits Tour to the not-for-profit Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on Thursday, April 14 at 8pm.

Eric Bogosian Joins Cast of ANNE RICE'S INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE
by Michael Major - Mar 17, 2022


Eric Bogosian has been cast in Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire as “Daniel Molloy,” a journalist nearing the end of his career who’s given a second chance at the interview of a lifetime. Based on Anne Rice’s novel, the series follows Louis de Pointe, Lestat De Lioncourt and Claudia’s epic story of love, blood and the perils of immortality.

Theater 555 To Present JUDGE ANDREW NAPOLITANO: STORIES FROM THE FIELDS OF FREEDOM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2022


Producer Eric Krebs will present “Judge Andrew Napolitano: Stories from the Fields of Freedom,” a work in progress for four (4) nights, beginning Monday, March 28 (through Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 7pm at Theater 555 (555 West 42nd Street).

The Musicians of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra Builds Management Team
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2022


The Musicians of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra, the not-for-profit organization known as MOSSO, have engaged a management team to assist them in producing live classical music concerts for Greater Springfield and Western Massachusetts.

BWW Interview: Multi-Hat-Wearing Storyteller Tony Spinosa's Bringing A SINGING REVOLUTION
by Gil Kaan - Jan 4, 2022


The go-to director for many benefit one-nighters, Tony Spinosa will world premiere his own SINGING REVOLUTION: THE MUSICAL January 15, 2022 on the Broadwater Theatre Main Stage. Tony directs a cast of twenty triple-threat performers backed by a five-piece band as they perform his score and his lyrics (co-written by James Bearhart). Got to delve into the origins of SINGING REVOLUTION, as well as what has made Tony a much in-demand director/producer for hot-ticketed benefit shows for BC/EFA, TDF and The Actors Fund.

Enjoy the Holidays with Marie Osmond in Norfolk!
by - Dec 2, 2021


Special Offer - Enjoy the Holidays with Marie Osmond in Norfolk!

BWW Interview: Jeff Harnar On KNOWing How To Make His Heart SING SONDHEIM
by Gil Kaan - Sep 7, 2021


Multi-awarded cabaret singer Jeff Harnar will make his Feinstein’s at Vitello’s debut with his cabaret act I KNOW THINGS NOW: JEFF HARNAR SINGS SONDHEIM September 30, 2021. With a lengthy resume as an opening act. Jeff has played some of the biggest venues, including Carnegie Hall, all over the world. Had the chance to find out what THINGS Jeff KNOWS NOW.

Hannah Einbinder, Todd Barry's 34th Anniversary In Comedy Benefit and More Upcoming at The Bell House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2021


The Bell House has announced their upcoming performances. Performances include DAN JOE DVD SHOW, SEEK TREATMENT and more!

BWW Interview: Sandra Tsing Loh THE BITCH IS BACK - This Time With Special Guests
by Gil Kaan - Jun 16, 2021


Sandra Tsing Loh streams her 2015 comedic hit THE BITCH IS BACK for The Broad Stage, beginning June 23, 2021. This streaming performance of THE BITCH IS BACK recorded live will be complemented with added live talkbacks featuring special guests Marlo Thomas, Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, Melanie Mayron and JoBeth Williams. The ever-industrious Sandra made some time between frequent COVID-safe book-signing/lawn parties to answer a few of my queries.

BWW Review: FRANKIE AND JOHNNY IN THE CLAIR DE LUNE streamed from MetroStage
by Roger Catlin - Apr 23, 2021


MetroStage is starting to wind down its lockdown era with a second streamed work of Terrence McNally, the esteemed American playwright who himself died of COVID complications a year ago.

Rhiannon Giddens and Francesco Turrisi, Magos Herrera and Brooklyn Rider & More Announced for VOICES OF HOPE Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2021


From April 16-30, 2021, Carnegie Hall will present Voices of Hope, an online festival that examines the resilience of artists, exploring works that they felt compelled to create despite—and often because of—appalling circumstances and human tragedy.

Wynton Marsalis Slated for Three Intimate Concerts at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2021


Bucks County Playhouse will celebrate the arrival of spring with the return of live music and the launch of a Spring Music Series for the months of April and May. The marquee event of the series is the Playhouse debut of the legendary jazz artist, Wynton Marsalis with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Septet.

Marvel Stars That Have Taken Bows on Broadway
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Jun 12, 2021


Which Marvel stars have been nominated for Tony awards? Which Marvel stars have produced shows on Broadway? What are some of their upcoming Broadway projects! Read on to find out!

Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, November 6- with Laura Osnes, Next On Stage and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 6, 2020


Today (November 6) in live streaming: Laura Osnes visits Backstage Live, we reveal the Next On Stage Top 3, and so much more!

BWW Exclusive: THE 101 GREATEST PROTEST SONGS OF ALL TIME - with Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, John Lennon, Kendrick Lamar & More
by Peter Nason - Jun 18, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest protest songs from 1939-2020. See if your favorite songs or artists made the list!

BWW Exclusive: THE 101 GREATEST MOTOWN SONGS OF ALL TIME - with Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, the Jackson 5 & More
by Peter Nason - Jun 11, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest Motown songs from 1960-1994. See if your favorite songs or artists made the list!

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest Musical Theatre Characters (1940-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best musical theatre characters from 1940-2020; see if your favorites are on our list of the best characters from Broadway musicals.

Home Cooking from Celebrity Chef Geoffrey Zakarian
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 10, 2020


Pop Tarts are an anytime favorite for breakfast, snacking or even dessert. You can easily make them at home with this recipe by acclaimed chef and restaurateur, Geoffrey Zakarian. Be creative and enjoy!

BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest MOVIE MUSICALS of All Time
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!

Wake Up With BWW 3/12: SIX Opens, FLYING OVER SUNSET Begins Previews, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2020


Today's top stories: Six officially opens, Flying Over Sunset begins previews, and more!

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