Before They Were Famous: Idina Menzel!
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 30, 2020
Before Frozen propelled Idina Menzel to international stardom, she was one of Broadway's darlings, but not as well known outside of our theater community.
Dr. Neil DeGrasse Tyson AN ASTROPHYSICIST GOES TO THE MOVIES Rescheduled At The Palace
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2020
Astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, host of National Geographic's a?oeStarTalk,a?? bestselling author, and director of the Hayden Planetarium, takes audiences through an entertaining and enlightening review of the science in some modern film favorites as well as some classicsa?"what they got wrong and what they got righta?"from Star Wars to Frozen to The Martian.
Dr. Neil DeGrasse Tyson To Present AN ASTROPHYSICIST GOES TO THE MOVIES At The Palace
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2020
Astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, host of National Geographic's a?oeStarTalk,a?? bestselling author, and director of the Hayden Planetarium, takes audiences through an entertaining and enlightening review of the science in some modern film favorites as well as some classicsa?"what they got wrong and what they got righta?"from Star Wars to Frozen to The Martian.
Von Essen, Skinner, Feldshuh and More Join BROADWAY BY THE YEAR at The Town Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2020
The Town Hall will present Broadway By The Year©: Volume 1: Broadway Musicals of 2000-2004 on Monday, February 24 at 8pm. Created, written, hosted and directed by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall, the evening will launch Broadway By The Year©'s 20th landmark season at The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd Street).
BBC AMERICA and BBCA.com Celebrate Fat Bear Week with Live Streams
by Abigail Charpentier - Sep 30, 2019
After a summer of devouring salmon non-stop, the bears of Katmai Conservancy in Alaska are in their last weeks of gorging as they prepare to hibernate and endure the long winter. BBC AMERICA is partnering with Katmai National Park and Conservancy and explore.org to celebrate Fat Bear Week, with livestreams all week long onBBCAMERICA.com/BearCam, culminating with a 24-hour bear-a-thon on BBC AMERICA on Saturday, October 5th at 6am/5c.
Everything to Know About Disney on Broadway!
by Linnae Medeiros - Nov 1, 2019
Disney has officially been making magic on Broadway for 25 years! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Disney on Broadway is partnering with Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS to put on a special benefit to celebrate the momentous occasion. We're getting in on the celebration by looking back at Disney's show-stopping productions, from classics like Beauty and the Beast and Newsies to current favorites like Aladdin and Frozen. Check it all out!
BWW Interview: Reggie DeLeon of ALADDIN Talks to Broadway World about Iago...Defeathered, Alpacas, Three Wishes, and More!
by Courtney Symes - May 15, 2019
The anxiously-anticipated arrival of Aladdin is finally here! The national tour stops in Sacramento through June 2 and brings with it the songs that you know and love from the 1992 animated movie, along with new numbers written specifically for the stage musical. After its debut on Broadway in 2014, it was nominated for 5 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Score. Broadway World Sacramento was able to speak with Reggie DeLeon, who originated the role of Iago on the national tour and has returned after a brief hiatus. Reggie is well-known for his recurring role as Shep in the Pup Star films. He can also be seen on 'MOM' (Paul), 'Superior Donuts' (Zale), and 'Melissa & Joey' (Wyatt).
OKLAHOMA!, FROZEN, and More Join The Broadway Bee
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2019
New spellers have been added to Broadway Bound Kids' fourth annual Broadway Bee set for Monday, May 6, 2019, at 7 PM at Le Poisson Rouge (158 Bleecker Street). It's a comedic adult spelling bee featuring cast members from hit Broadway shows who compete in a hilarious live event, while raising funds to provide a wide range of performing arts opportunities for NYC youth, regardless of their financial resources. Tickets are now available.
Broadway Bound Kids Raises Awareness of Youth Anxiety And Depression Through The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2019
Launched in 2004, Broadway Bound Kids has touched the lives of thousands of children; along the way, it's won fans such as John Stamos, the "Hamilton" cast, and multiple Tony award winner Christian Borle, who raves, "Broadway Bound Kids fosters a level of respect, creativity, and support that's like nothing I've ever seen."
Photo Flash: Christian Borle, Susan Egan, and More Speak on Disney Theatricals Panel at BroadwayCon
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2019
Last night (Friday, January 11, 2019) Disney Theatrical Productions hosted 'Disney Theatrical at 25: The Stars Align' at BroadwayCon in Manhattan. The lively panel was made up of some of the stars who created these indelible shows and characters in their original productions. Moderated by Disney Theatrical Productions head Thomas Schumacher, the panel was a fascinating and hilarious discussion filled with behind-the-scenes stories. Panelists included Christian Borle (Tony®-winning Black Stache in Peter and the Starcatcher), Ashley Brown(title role in Mary Poppins), Merle Dandridge (Kala in Tarzan), Susan Egan (Belle in Beauty and the Beast), James Monroe Iglehart(Tony-winning Genie in Aladdin), and Patti Murin (Anna in Frozen).
Natale a Broadway: 10 canzoni natalizie nei musical
by Sara Crescente - Dec 25, 2018
Il Natale.
Non c'e nulla di piu bello dell'albero che illumina la stanza con le sue lucine colorate, o dei regali perfettamente impacchettati che lo circondano. Per non parlare poi degli immancabili dolci e della perenne lotta tra chi ama il pandoro e chi invece il panettone.
Eppure, non sarebbe davvero Natale senza le canzoni che, con le loro note allegre, fanno da colonna sonora a questo giorno di festa.
Per gli amanti dei musical, abbiamo selezionato dieci canzoni, dalle piu classiche alle piu recenti, che vi terranno compagnia durante questa giornata di festa, dalla preparazione del grande pranzo natalizio alla delicata procedura di spacchettare i regali.
BWW Review: CIRQUE DU SOLEIL'S CRYSTAL at Capital One Arena
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 7, 2018
For many years now, the famed Cirque du Soleil has been combining the two worlds of circus and theater to create some spectacular productions. Anyone that has seen one of their shows in Las Vegas or elsewhere knows that when you attend a Cirque production, it's an unforgettable experience. Cirque has repurposed the music of The Beatles, taken us to a spectacular jungle world and elsewhere in their past productions, but with their latest touring show Crystal the company adds ice skating to their repertoire. Combining traditional circus skills with breathtaking ramp jumps, break dancing, show skating and much more Crystal is not your typical Cirque du Soleil production. It takes place entirely on an ice rink, but for those that remember it, this is not your standard Ice Capades by any stretch of the imagination either.
BWW Blog: Some Kind of Wonderful
by Student Blogger: Lea Passione - Oct 30, 2018
Hey Broadwayworld. Its Lea writing this blog while listening to "Let it Go" and "Monster" from Frozen simultaneously while not trying to scream like a crazy person because I love it so much but have yet to see it.
CBS Announces Writers for 2018-2019 Writers Mentoring Program
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 24, 2018
CBS today announced the six writers selected to participate in the 2018-2019 Writers Mentoring Program. Since its inception in 2004, the program has served to provide mentorships, access and opportunity for writers.
Mercury Theater Chicago Announces Winter Extension Of AVENUE Q
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2018
By popular demand, Mercury Theater Chicago's critically acclaimed production of AVENUE Q has extended performances for the second time, now running through December 30. After an incredible run in 2004, this lovingly revived Broadway musical is wowing audiences yet again with its relatable humor and heartwarming message. Directed by L. Walter Stearns, AVENUE Q opened on June 21 to rave reviews, with Chris Jones of the Chicago Tribune noting "AVENUE Q is a long-running hit all over again in Chicago. 'Warning, puppet sex' once again appears on the Mercury's marquee," and WTTW's Chicago Tonight highly recommending the show, remarking "it's not only clever and refreshingly frank but wholly charming."
Mercury Theater Chicago Announces Winter Extension Of AVENUE Q
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2018
By popular demand, Mercury Theater Chicago's critically acclaimed production of AVENUE Q has extended performances for the second time, now running through December 30. After an incredible run in 2004, this lovingly revived Broadway musical is wowing audiences yet again with its relatable humor and heartwarming message. Directed by L. Walter Stearns, AVENUE Q opened on June 21 to rave reviews, with Chris Jones of the Chicago Tribune noting "AVENUE Q is a long-running hit all over again in Chicago. 'Warning, puppet sex' once again appears on the Mercury's marquee," and WTTW's Chicago Tonight highly recommending the show, remarking "it's not only clever and refreshingly frank but wholly charming."