KINKY BOOTS Celebrates 100,000 'Likes' on Facebook with Free Lottery, 3/18-23
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2014
Producers Daryl Roth and Hal Luftig announced today that Kinky Boots, the Tony Award-winning musical, will celebrate its 100,000th fan 'Like' on Facebook by offering free tickets to lottery entrants for the week of March 18-23, 2014. For this week only, the production will offer 10 pairs of free tickets to each performance, in place of the regular $37 lottery price.
Photo Flash: First Look at the New Cast of KINKY BOOTS- Andy Kelso, Jeanna de Waal, Cortney Wolfson & More!
by Nicole Rosky - March 17, 2014
Broadway's smash hit musical Kinky Boots has a new cast treading the boards at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre: Andy Kelso, who previously played 'Harry', takes over the role of 'Charlie Price', Jeanna de Waal joins the cast as 'Lauren'; Jake Odmark is now playing the ensemble in the roles previously played by Andy Kelso; and Cortney Wolfson has taken over as 'Nicola.' BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the new cast in action below!
Photo Flash: First Look - Billy Porter's BILLY'S BACK ON BROADWAY Album Artwork
by BWW News Desk - March 7, 2014
It's been almost a decade since the Pittsburgh-born Billy Porter released a solo album, and since then much has changed for the award-winning artist, who grew up singing in the Pentecostal church. Perhaps best known for his Tony Award-winning role as 'Lola' in the hit Broadway musical Kinky Boots, Porter's musical background is based in gospel, soul and R&B. He released his first solo album, Untitled, on A&M Records, and a second album, At The Corner of Broadway + Soul, on Sh-K-Boom Records. On April 15, 2014, Porter releases his debut on Concord Records, Billy's Back on Broadway. The CD is now available for pre-order on Amazon, and you can get a first look at the artwork below!
Jeanna de Waal & Cortney Wolfson Join Cast of KINKY BOOTS as 'Lauren' and 'Nicola' Tonight
by Nicole Rosky - March 4, 2014
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Kinky Boots will welcome new cast members beginning tonight, March 4, 2014. Jeanna de Waal joins the cast as 'Lauren' (replacing Annaleigh Ashford, who leaves to join the cast of Showtime's 'Masters of Sex'), and Cortney Wolfson, who was previously in the ensemble, moves up to the role of 'Nicola' (replacing Lena Hall, who leaves to join the cast of Hedwig and the Angry Inch). Anna Eilinsfeld takes over Wolfson's role in the cast.
Tony Winner and KINKY BOOTS Star Billy Porter to Release BILLY'S BACK ON BROADWAY Solo Album, 4/15
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2014
It's been almost a decade since the Pittsburgh-born Billy Porter released a solo album, and since then much has changed for the award-winning artist, who grew up singing in the Pentecostal church. Perhaps best known for his Tony Award-winning role as 'Lola' in the hit Broadway musical Kinky Boots, Porter's musical background is based in gospel, soul and R&B. He released his first solo album, Untitled, on A&M Records, and a second album, At The Corner of Broadway + Soul, on Sh-K-Boom Records. On April 15, 2014, Porter releases his debut on Concord Records, Billy's Back on Broadway.
CUNY TV to Air Encores of KINKY BOOTS - THE ROAD TO BROADWAY this Weekend
by Tyler Peterson - February 25, 2014
Kinky Boots - The Road to Broadway, a presentation of CUNY TV's ARTS IN THE CITY, returns for five encore broadcasts over the weekend beginning Friday, Feb. 28 (2014). Hosted by New York entertainment reporter Pat Collins, the popular show will air at 9am, 2pm and 8pm, and will repeat on Saturday 3/1 at 7pm and Sunday 3/2 at 8:30am.
TV Exclusive: Billy Porter Talks KINKY BOOTS on SALLY JESSY RIDES!
by Nicole Rosky - February 3, 2014
On today's episode of Logo TV's web series 'Sally Jessy Rides!,' Sally chats with 2013 Tony winner Billy Porter about everything KINKY BOOTS. Tune in at 11:00 AM ET to watch the episode on LOGO or catch the full interview below!
Andy Kelso Takes Over as 'Charlie Price' in KINKY BOOTS
by Courtnie Mele - January 28, 2014
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Andy Kelso stepped into the shoes of Kinky Boots' Charlie Price last night, January 27. Kelso replaces Tony nominee Stark Sands, who departed the cast on Sunday.
STAGE TUBE: Billy Porter & Harvey Fierstein Say Goodbye to Stark Sands at KINKY BOOTS Curtain Call
by Nicole Rosky - January 27, 2014
Original KINKY BOOTS cast member and two-time Tony nominee Stark Sands gave his final performance in the Cyndi Lauper, Harvey Fierstein, and Jerry Mitchell's Broadway hit, just yesterday, January 26. Sands will be succeeded by Andy Kelso as 'Charlie Price' on Jan. 28. In the video below, Fierstein and Billy Porter bid adieu to their friend in a special speech during the curtain call.
Stark Sands Exits Broadway's KINKY BOOTS Today
by Tyler Peterson - January 26, 2014
Original KINKY BOOTS cast member and two-time Tony nominee Stark Sands gives his final performance in the Cyndi Lauper, Harvey Fierstein, and Jerry Mitchell's Broadway hit, today, Jan. 26. Sands will be suceeded by Andy Kelso as 'Charlie Price' on Jan. 28.
KINKY BOOTS Heading to the West End in 2015!
by Caryn Robbins - January 23, 2014
Tony Award winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell revealed that his Broadway smash hit KINKY BOOTS will have its West End premiere in 2015.
Photo Flash: DANCE MOMS Girls Channel KINKY BOOTS!
by Nicole Rosky - January 22, 2014
The girls of DANCE MOMS recently drew inspiration from Broadway, as Abby Lee Miller Instagramed a photo of her dancers dressed up in full Kinky Boots-wear. Check out the photos below!
KINKY BOOTS - THE ROAD TO BROADWAY to Premiere 1/10 on CUNY TV
by Tyler Peterson - January 7, 2014
CUNY TV's ARTS IN THE CITY, hosted by New York entertainment reporter Pat Collins, goes on location to Sardi's Restaurant in Times Square to assemble key principals responsible for the success of Broadway's 'Kinky Boots.' In Kinky Boots - The Road to Broadway, premiering Friday, January 10 (2014) on CUNY TV, the cast and creators recount the musical's genesis - from a 2005 indie film to a winner of six Tony Awards, including 'Best Musical.'