FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Opens March 6 at Aurora's Paramount Theatre
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 7, 2013
The Paramount wraps only the second season of its self-produced Broadway musical series, already playing to nearly 20,000 subscribers, with the all-time family classic, Fiddler on the Roof. Nominated for 10 Tony awards, and winner of nine, Fiddler on the Roof is a musical journey of love, loss, faith and family, and ultimately, a celebration of life and all its challenges. From the rich orchestrations andbeautiful score to the powerful production numbers and emotionally charged story, Fiddler is a show everyone should experience.
STAGE TUBE: Walnut Street Theatre's THE MUSIC MAN - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - Nov 27, 2012
Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 204th season with an all-new production of Broadway's five-time Tony Award-winning family musical, Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN. Directed and choreographed by Marc Robin, this production will feature Philadelphia's very own Jeffrey Coon and Broadway's Jennifer Hope Wills. The cast also includes a live horse that will pull the Wells Fargo Wagon in the first act. THE MUSIC MAN runs now through January 6th on the WST Mainstage. Check out highlights from the production in the video below!
STAGE TUBE: First Look at DADDY LONG LEGS at the St. James Theatre
by Stage Tube - Nov 19, 2012
John Caird's production of DADDY LONG LEGS is now playing at London's newest theatre complex, the St. James Theatre. DADDY LONG LEGS will run at the St. James Theatre until 08 December. Robert Adelman Hancock and Megan McGinnis will reprise the roles of Jervis Pendleton and Jerusha Abbott. Check out the video below!
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of Walnut Street Theatre's MUSIC MAN Photo Shoot!
by Stage Tube - Nov 12, 2012
Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 204th season with an all-new production of Broadway's five-time Tony Award-winning family musical, Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN. Directed and choreographed by Marc Robin, this production will feature Philadelphia's very own Jeffrey Coon and Broadway's Jennifer Hope Wills. The cast also includes a live horse that will pull the Wells Fargo Wagon in the first act. THE MUSIC MAN opens on November 14th and runs through January 6th on the WST Mainstage. Join Jeffrey Coon (Harold Hill), Jennifer Hope Wills (Marian Paroo) and Vincent Crocilla (Winthrop Paroo) as they prepare for Walnut Street Theatre's production of THE MUSIC MAN during the pre-production photo shoot in the video below!
Photo Flash: New Production Images from Walnut Street Theatre's THE MUSIC MAN
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2012
Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 204th season with an all-new production of Broadway's five-time Tony Award-winning family musical, Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN. Directed and choreographed by Marc Robin, this production will feature Philadelphia's very own Jeffrey Coon and Broadway's Jennifer Hope Wills. The cast also includes a live horse that will pull the Wells Fargo Wagon in the first act. THE MUSIC MAN opens on November 14th and runs through January 6th on the WST Mainstage. Check out new photos from the production below!
Photo Flash: First Look at Walnut Street Theatre's THE MUSIC MAN
by Sierra Fox - Nov 8, 2012
Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 204th season with an all-new production of Broadway's five-time Tony Award-winning family musical, Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN. Directed and choreographed by Marc Robin, this production will feature Philadelphia's very own Jeffrey Coon and Broadway's Jennifer Hope Wills. The cast also includes a live horse that will pull the Wells Fargo Wagon in the first act.
BWW Student Center's School in the Spotlight: Rowan University
by BWW Special Coverage - Nov 9, 2012
Today, BroadwayWorld's Student Center is excited to announce that the Department of Theatre & Dance at Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey, is this week's School in the Spotlight! Read about their programs and check out photos from past productions!
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Walnut Street Theatre's THE MUSIC MAN
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 26, 2012
Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 204TH season with an all-new production of Broadway's five-time Tony Award-winning family musical, Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN. Directed and choreographed by Marc Robin, this production will feature Philadelphia's very own Jeffrey Coon and Broadway's Jennifer Hope Wills. The cast also includes a live horse that will pull the Wells Fargo Wagon in the first act. THE MUSIC MAN begins previews on November 6th, opens on November 14th and runs through January 6th on the WST Mainstage.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at Alexandra Silber and Will Reynolds in Walnut Street Theatre's LOVE STORY, The Musical
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2012
Walnut Street Theatre opens its landmark 204th season with the American premiere of Erich Segal's LOVE STORY, the musical. With direction and musical staging by Annabel Bolton, this emotionally charged production is a delicate story of life and love and begins previews on September 4th, opens on September 12th and runs through October 21st on the WST Mainstage. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at Alexandra Silber and Will Reynolds in the show. Check back later for full production shots!
Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 8/20
by BWW Special Coverage - Aug 24, 2012
At BroadwayWorld we pride ourselves in showcasing theater content from all corners of the globe. Our regional contributors do an amazing job each day of bringing you the latest theater news in their cities and countries and to acknowledge this, we launched a new weekly column called 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'. Read on for our most-read features, interviews, breaking news and more for the week of August 20!
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Roundabout's THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD!
by Meet the Cast - Aug 22, 2012
Roundabout Theatre Company announced the full cast this July for the new Broadway production of Rupert Holmes' Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Mystery of Edwin Drood. The show is set to open on November 13, 2012 and will star Stephanie J. Block as Edwin Drood. Meet the whole cast in the video and bios below!
Adrienne Barbeau and Bob Amaral Star in Music Circus' FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Now thru 8/19
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2012
Tradition is the theme as the 2012 Music Circus season continues with the all-time classic musical Fiddler on the Roof, at Wells Fargo Pavilion from tonight, August 14 - 19. Like the iconic rooftop musician, playful yet reverent Tevye teeters between his respect for tradition and his love for his daughters, each anxious to follow her heart after a suitor her father finds unsuitable. One of the most beloved musicals ever, Fiddler on the Roof is a heart-warming and at times humorous look at a family living though tumultuous times.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at Bob Amaral and Adrienne Barbeau in Music Circus' FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by BWW News Desk - Aug 13, 2012
Tradition is the theme as the 2012 Music Circus season continues with the all-time classic musical Fiddler on the Roof, at Wells Fargo Pavilion from August 14 - 19. Like the iconic rooftop musician, playful yet reverent Tevye teeters between his respect for tradition and his love for his daughters, each anxious to follow her heart after a suitor her father finds unsuitable. One of the most beloved musicals ever, Fiddler on the Roof is a heart-warming and at times humorous look at a family living though tumultuous times. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the production below.
Walnut Street Theatre to Present the US Premiere of LOVE STORY, Featuring Alexandra Silber
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 8, 2012
Walnut Street Theatre opens its 204th season with the American premiere of Erich Segal's LOVE STORY, the musical. With direction and musical staging by Annabel Bolton, the production is described as 'a delicate story of life and love' and begins previews on September 4th, opens on September 12th and runs through October 21st on the WST Mainstage.
Photo Flash: Bob Amaral as 'Tevye' and Adrienne Barbeau as 'Golde' in Music Circus' FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2012
Tradition is the theme as the 2012 Music Circus season continues with the all-time classic musical Fiddler on the Roof, at Wells Fargo Pavilion from August 14 - 19. Playing Golde in this Music Circus audience favorite will be stage and screen star Adrienne Barbeau, who made her Broadway debut as Hodel in Fiddler on the Roof. Playing Tevye will be Bob Amaral, who has performed on Broadway in Guys & Dolls and The Lion King and in the 2011 Music Circus production of The Producers. Check out photos of the couple below!
Adrienne Barbeau and Bob Amaral Star in Music Circus' FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, 8/14-19
by BWW News Desk - Aug 3, 2012
Tradition is the theme as the 2012 Music Circus season continues with the all-time classic musical Fiddler on the Roof, at Wells Fargo Pavilion from August 14 - 19. Like the iconic rooftop musician, playful yet reverent Tevye teeters between his respect for tradition and his love for his daughters, each anxious to follow her heart after a suitor her father finds unsuitable. One of the most beloved musicals ever, Fiddler on the Roof is a heart-warming and at times humorous look at a family living though tumultuous times.
Jessica Grové, Eric Kunze and More Lead Sacramento Music Circus' THE LITTLE MERMAID, Now thru 7/22
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2012
Disney's The Little Mermaid, the hit Broadway musical based on the popular animated film, will have its West Coast premiere at Wells Fargo Pavilion for a two-week run from tonight, July 10 - 22. This Disney family favorite, part of the 2012 Music Circus season, features the popular songs "Part of Your World," "Under the Sea," and "Kiss the Girl." Tickets start at $30 for all performances, with specially-priced children's tickets available in any seating section.
Jessica Grové, Eric Kunze and More to Lead Sacramento Music Circus' THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 26, 2012
Disney's The Little Mermaid, the hit Broadway musical based on the popular animated film, will have its West Coast premiere at Wells Fargo Pavilion for a two-week run from July 10 - 22. This Disney family favorite, part of the 2012 Music Circus season, features the popular songs "Part of Your World," "Under the Sea," and "Kiss the Girl." Tickets start at $30 for all performances, with specially-priced children's tickets available in any seating section.
PCPA Announces 2012-13 Season: SPAMALOT, THE WIZARD OF OZ and More
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 19, 2012
PCPA Theaterfest's upcoming 49th Season features a vibrant assortment of theatrical experiences, from established family favorites to the newest prize-winning plays and musicals. The 2012-13 season marks another bevy of comedies, dramas and literary classics, with some special innovations and renovations, from the Central Coast's resident professional theatre.
Shirley Jones, Patrick Cassidy, Adrienne Barbeau and More Set for Music Circus' 2012 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2012
After auditioning performers in New York City, Los Angeles and Sacramento, California Musical Theatre Artistic Director Glenn Casale has announced casting for the 62nd Music Circus season, including celebrated stage and screen stars as well as audience favorites from previous Music Circus seasons. The five-show season at the Wells Fargo Pavilion includes Grease, Disney's The Little Mermaid, The Music Man, Fiddler on the Roof and Crazy for You.