Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical 2011 - Articles Page 6.6

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2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: March 20, 2011
Closing: June 24, 2012

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Palace Theatre (Broadway)
1564 Broadway New York, NY

PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL is a heart-warming, uplifting adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship in the middle of the Australian outback and end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed. With a dazzling array of outrageous costumes and featuring a score of dance-floor classics, Priscilla is a sensational journey to the heart of fabulous.

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PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT to Launch National Tour; Fall 2012
by Robert Diamond - April 29, 2011


Today, the producers of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL announced that there will be a US tour for PRISCILLA starting in the Fall of 2012. The first city and starting date will be announced shortly.

PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Introduces VIP Concierge Service
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 29, 2011


At Broadway's smash hit PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL, it's all about the accessories.

Midler, PRISCILLA, Brinkley & More Visit 'The View' Next Week, 4/25- 4/29
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2011


In celebration of the Royal nuptials of Prince William of Wales and Catherine Elizabeth 'Kate' Middleton at Buckingham Palace, the hosts of ABC's popular talker 'The View' will observe this special occasion with 'A Royal Wedding - The View,' a live, one-hour special edition, Friday, April 29 (11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, ET), covering all the pomp and circumstance. This marks the first time 'The View' has broadcast live on Friday since Sept. 12, 2008. Regularly featured co-hosts Joy Behar, Elisabeth Hasselbeck and Sherri Shepherd will be joined in-studio by Hollywood royalty Goldie Hawn, a featured guest co-host for the day. Barbara Walters, on assignment in London for ABC News, will join the program live via satellite.

STAGE TUBE: PRISCILLA Cast Performs on THE VIEW
by Nicole Rosky - April 26, 2011


'The Divine Miss M,' producer Bette Midler presented a live performance from PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT on 'The View' this morning, April 26. Check out the performance of dance anthem 'I Will Survive' below!

Photo Coverage: Family Equality Council Honors PRISCILLA
by Monica Simoes - April 26, 2011


Family Equality Council, America's foremost national advocate for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) families, held the organization's annual New York City awards dinner last night, Monday, April 25, 2011 at Pier 60 in New York.

PRISCILLA Cast Set for Appearances on THE VIEW, TRUE COLORS, et al. This Week
by Nicole Rosky - April 25, 2011


With the exciting news this morning of a Best Musical Award nomination from the Drama League, the stars of Broadway's new hit musical PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT are making a royal tour of their own this week with a series of appearances and performances in New York City and on National television.

STAGE TUBE: Rosie O'Donnell Visits the Stars of PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT!
by Kelsey Denette - April 22, 2011


Featuring a score of over 20 dance-floor classics, a company of 27, and with a dazzling array of more than 500 outrageous costumes, PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT is a sensational journey to the heart of fabulous! Recently, Rosie O'Donnell stopped by the show; view her talking to the stars of the show below!

Photo Flash: PRISCILLA Easter Bonnet Promo Pics; Show Plays Full Schedule This Weekend
by Jessica Lewis - April 22, 2011


It never rains on the Priscilla Parade at the Palace Theatre on Broadway, which is why this weekend PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL is a great place to celebrate the outrageous costumes of Spring (or any other season!).

Midler, PRISCILLA, Brinkley & More Visit 'The View' Next Week, 4/25- 4/29
by Jessica Lewis - April 21, 2011


In celebration of the Royal nuptials of Prince William of Wales and Catherine Elizabeth 'Kate' Middleton at Buckingham Palace, the hosts of ABC's popular talker 'The View' will observe this special occasion with 'A Royal Wedding - The View,' a live, one-hour special edition, Friday, April 29 (11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, ET), covering all the pomp and circumstance. This marks the first time 'The View' has broadcast live on Friday since Sept. 12, 2008. Regularly featured co-hosts Joy Behar, Elisabeth Hasselbeck and Sherri Shepherd will be joined in-studio by Hollywood royalty Goldie Hawn, a featured guest co-host for the day. Barbara Walters, on assignment in London for ABC News, will join the program live via satellite.

TV Exclusive: Behind the Scenes of PRISCILLA with Swarovski
by Robert Diamond - April 20, 2011


Swarovski is playing a dazzling supporting role in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL on Broadway and they've shared an exclusive look behind the scenes at the show with BroadwayWorld.com

STAGE TUBE: PRISCILLA's Tony Sheldon Visits LX NEW YORK
by Nicole Rosky - April 14, 2011


PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL star Olivier Award nominee Tony Sheldon visited WNBC 'LX New York' host Jane Hanson for a live in studio interview yesterday, Wednesday, April 13th.

STAGE TUBE: Nick Adams on His PRISCILLA Experience
by Nicole Rosky - April 14, 2011


Following hit productions in Australia, London and Toronto, PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL opened to critical acclaim on March 20 at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway). On Broadway, PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL stars Tony Award® nominee Will Swenson, Olivier Award nominee Tony Sheldon and Nick Adams leading a company of 27. In the clip below, learn more about PRISCILLA star Nick Adams via his recent interview with ProgressivePulse.com!

PRISCILLA Cast Album Debuts at #1 on Billboard Charts
by Nicole Rosky - April 13, 2011


The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the smash hit stage production of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL has debuted at #1 on Billboard's Top Broadway Album Chart.

Tony Sheldon to Make Appearance on LX NEW YORK Today
by Nicole Rosky - April 13, 2011


PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL star, Olivier Award nominee Tony Sheldon, will visit WNBC 'LX New York' host Jane Hanson for a live in studio interview today, Wednesday, April 13th in the 5:30pm half hour.

TV: PRISCILLA Celebrates Cast Album Release at B&N!
by Jessica Lewis - April 11, 2011


The stars of Broadway's new hit PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL appeared at a special live performance at Barnes & Noble's upper east side flagship location (150 East 86th Street at Lexington Avenue) last week to celebrate the release of the musical's Original Broadway Cast Recording.

Photo Coverage: PRISCILLA Celebrates Cast Album Release at Barnes & Noble
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - April 8, 2011


The stars of Broadway's new hit PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL appeared at a special live performance at Barnes & Noble's upper east side flagship location (150 East 86th Street at Lexington Avenue) yesterday, April 7 to celebrate the release of the musical's Original Broadway Cast Recording.

Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical have there been?
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical has had 5 productions including which opened in 2006, West End which opened in 2009, Toronto which opened in 2010, Broadway which opened in 2011 and US Tour which opened in 2013.
What Tony Awards has Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical been nominated for?
Best Costume Design of a Musical for Tim Chappel and Best Costume Design of a Musical for Lizzy Gardiner.
What Tony Awards has Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical won?
Best Costume Design of a Musical for Tim Chappel, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Lizzy Gardiner, .
What awards has Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical been nominated for?
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for both Stephan Elliott and Allan Scott. The show was also nominated for Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards, with nominations going to both Tim Chappel and Lizzy Gardiner. Additionally, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical was nominated for Outstanding Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Bonnie Comley. The show received a nomination for Outstanding New Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Tony Sheldon, a performer in the show, was recognized with a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards.
What awards has Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical won?
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical has won several awards. It received the Outstanding Book of a Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for Stephan Elliott and Allan Scott. The show also won the Outstanding Costume Design award at the Drama Desk Awards for Tim Chappel and Lizzy Gardiner. Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical was recognized as the Outstanding Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Bonnie Comley. Additionally, it won the Outstanding New Broadway Musical award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Tony Sheldon, one of the performers in the show, received the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards.

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