Creel, DeGarmo, Henry, Leung and More Join GODSPELL Cast; Previews Begin September 29
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2008
Tony Award nominee Gavin Creel (Thoroughly Modern Millie) and 'American Idol' finalist Diana DeGarmo (Hairspray) will star in the new Broadway production of GODSPELL. The first Broadway revival of the landmark rock musical will officially open on Broadway at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street) on Thursday, October 23, 2008. Previews will begin on Monday, September 29, 2008.
von Essen Stars In Pittsburgh CLO's 'West Side Story'
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2008
Experience the passion, romance and excitement of the most electrifying music ever written for Broadway, when Pittsburgh CLO proudly presents West Side Story August 5 through August 17 at the Benedum Center. This classic musical is filled with jet-propelled dancing, melodious songs and the poignancy of youthful heartbreak.
Lea Salonga to Perform at Global Pop at the Music Center
by BWW News Desk - Jul 9, 2008
In its inaugural year, Global Pop at the Music Center will showcase Tony® Award-winning singer Filipino Lea Salonga, best known for her acclaimed portrayal of Kim in the musical Miss Saigon, on Friday, July 11 at 8:30 pm and the South Korean R&B singing sensation Fly to the Sky on Friday, July 25 at 8 pm.
Holmes, Weist, Lithgow and Wilson To Star In All My Sons Fall '08
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2008
Producer Eric Falkenstein has confirmed that John Lithgow, Dianne Wiest, Patrick Wilson, and Katie Holmes will star in a new Broadway production of Arthur Miller's All My Sons directed by Simon McBurney scheduled to open on Broadway this fall. Theatre and dates to be announced.
Mark Hoebee is New Paper Mill Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2008
The Paper Mill Playhouse Board of Trustees is proud to announce that Mark S. Hoebee, Paper Mill's Acting Artistic Director since March of 2007 has been promoted to Artistic Director effective immediately.
Diane Wiest and Alan Cumming to Star in CSC's 'The Seagull'
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2008
Classic Stage Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director Brian Kulick and Executive Director Jessica R. Jenen, will continue its 40th anniversary season with two-time Academy Award winner Dianne Wiest and Tony Award winner Alan Cumming starring in Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, beginning performances Wednesday, February 20 at Classic Stage Company (136 East 13th Street).
'The Lion King' Finally Roars into 10th Year on Broadway!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2007
Disney's The Lion King, which would have celebrated its 10th Anniversary on Broadway Sunday, November 11 with a gala performance at the Minskoff Theatre, is back on Pride Rock! Since its Broadway opening on November 13, 1997, The Lion King has been seen by 45 million people worldwide.
Mackintosh to Transfer 'Les Miserables,' Other Hits to China
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2007
BBC reports Producer Cameron Mackintosh will 'help stage Chinese versions of hit West End shows like Miss Saigon and The Phantom of the Opera. The first, a Chinese-language version of Les Miserables, will debut next year at Beijing's National Grand Theatre.'
de Haas, Fleming, Etc. Join Musical 'theAtrainplays'
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2007
theAtrainplays are a celebration of New York, created by six teams while traveling the entire route of the A train, from 207th Street & Broadway to Far Rockaway and back. On Tuesday evening, June 19th, four librettists will hop on the A train at 207th Street and begin writing the books for four 15-minute musicals, all set on the A train.
Boubil and Schönberg to be Featured on 'Downstage Center'
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2007
The American Theatre Wing and XM Satellite Radio will air an interview with Tony Award winning lyricist Alain Boublil and composer Claude-Michel Schönberg on their weekly theatrical interview show, 'Downstage Center,' on XM's On Broadway (XM Channel 28).