Photo Flash: Queens Theater In The Park Presents CLOSER THAN EVER
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 12, 2010
Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) and Bristol Riverside Theatre, in association with Neil Berg and Adam Friedson, will present a new production of the award-winning musical revue Closer Than Ever directed by Richard Malty. Jr. and starring original cast members Sally Mayes and Lynne Wintersteller along with Broadway alums George Dvorsky and Sal Viviano from April 16-25 (Wednesday and Thursday at 2PM; Friday and Saturday at 8pm; Saturday at 2pm; and Sunday at 3pm) in the Claire Shulman Playhouse Main Stage Theatre at Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, NY
STAGE TUBE: Donna McKechnie Talks New Cabaret Show
by Robert Diamond - Apr 10, 2010
Today, Saturday, April 10, Tony-winner Donna McKechnie will premiere her new one-woman show, My Musical Comedy Life, at the Springside Inn in Auburn New York. McKechnie, who won a Tony for her performance as Cassie in A Chorus Line, played the inn last night as well. Richard Jay-Alexander will direct the shows with musical direction by Eugene Gwozdz. The series, its inaugral year, is being produced by Barbara Walsh (Thommie's sister), Baayork Lee (who starred in A CHORUS LINE with Thommie) and Merete Muenter.
Here, McKechnie and director Jay-Alexander chat with WCNY Connected.
Photo Flash: Donna McKechnie Pays Tribute to Thommie Walsh in New Cabaret Show
by BWW - Apr 9, 2010
Tomorrow, Friday, April 9, Tony-winner Donna McKechnie will premiere her new one-woman show, My Musical Comedy Life, at the Springside Inn in Auburn New York. McKechnie, who won a Tony for her performance as Cassie in A Chorus Line, will play the Inn through Saturday April 10. Richard Jay-Alexander will direct the shows with musical direction by Eugene Gwozdz.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for April 7th, 2010
by Paul W. Thompson - Apr 7, 2010
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Glee,' Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place, 'It's An Art,' Lakeshore Theater, 'Beauty and the Beast,' more.....
Queens Theater In The Park Presents CLOSER THAN EVER 4/16-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 29, 2010
Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) and Bristol Riverside Theatre, in association with Neil Berg and Adam Friedson, will present a new production of the award-winning musical revue Closer Than Ever directed by Richard Malty. Jr. and starring original cast members Sally Mayes and Lynne Wintersteller along with Broadway alums George Dvorksy and Sal Vivinio from April 16-25 (Wednesday and Thursday at 2PM; Friday and Saturday at 8pm; Saturday at 2pm; and Sunday at 3pm) in the Claire Shulman Playhouse Main Stage Theatre at Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, NY.
George Dvorsky and Sal Viviano Complete Cast of CLOSER THAN EVER 4/16-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 24, 2010
Queens Theatre in the Park (QTP) and Bristol Riverside Theatre, in association with Neil Berg and Adam Friedson, will present a new production of the award-winning musical revue Closer Than Ever directed by Richard Malty. Jr. and starring original cast members Sally Mayes and Lynne Wintersteller along with Broadway alums George Dvorksy and Sal Vivinio from April 16-25 (Wednesday and Thursday at 2PM; Friday and Saturday at 8pm; Saturday at 2pm; and Sunday at 3pm) in the Claire Shulman Playhouse Main Stage Theatre at Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, NY.
JPAS Begins 32nd Season With VIAGRA FALLS 10/2-18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2009
The Jefferson Performing Arts Society is thrilled to kick-off its 32nd Season with the laugh-out-loud regional premiere of the the comedy VIAGARA FALLS, A Comedy Stage play by Joao Machado and Lou Cutell!
LOS ANGELES: Pazakis and Garnye to be Special Guests at CITY SWAP
by Amber Cassell - Oct 6, 2009
Los Angeles, CA - On Sun, Oct 18th New York comedy personality Poppi Kramer and Broadway belter Kate Pazakis will be joining forces with LA's own comedienne Erin Foley and cabaret favorite Julie Garnye for CITY SWAP, a night of music, laughter, and friendly cross-coastal rivalry. The M Bar is located at 1253 N. Vine St., Los Angeles, CA 90038.
JPAS Begins 32nd Season With VIAGRA FALLS 10/2-18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2009
The Jefferson Performing Arts Society is thrilled to kick-off its 32nd Season with the laugh-out-loud regional premiere of the the comedy VIAGARA FALLS, A Comedy Stage play by Joao Machado and Lou Cutell!
JPAS Begins 32nd Season With VIAGRA FALLS 10/2-18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2009
The Jefferson Performing Arts Society is thrilled to kick-off its 32nd Season with the laugh-out-loud regional premiere of the the comedy VIAGARA FALLS, A Comedy Stage play by Joao Machado and Lou Cutell!
Photo Coverage: Maui OnStage THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE...
by James Natividad - Aug 9, 2009
The Maui OnStage production of the racy musical 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas' played its final show on August 2, 2009 to an enthusiastic full house. The production, which was presented at the Historic Iao Theater home of Maui OnStage, played 12 performances spanning four weekends.
Country Music Star Joe Nichols Cast As Lead In New Musical PURE COUNTRY
by Charlie Piane - Apr 9, 2009
Country music star, CMA Winner, ACM Winner and four-time Grammy Nominee Joe Nichols has been offered the role made famous by George Strait in the Broadway production of the hit movie, Pure Country. According to producer Randall L. Wreghitt, the musical is in the process of securing the remainder of its financing and casting, and plans to open in early 2010.
Photo Coverage: The Best Little Whorehouse in TX Preview
by Ben Strothmann - Oct 13, 2006
The cast of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas--the next star-studded Actors' Fund Benefit concert--recently posed for pictures at a press preview, and BroadwayWorld was there for the sneak peek!
Emily Skinner is Miss Mona in 'Whorehouse' Benefit Concert
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2006
The Actors' Fund of America has announced that Tony-nominee Emily Skinner will take on the role of Miss Mona in The Fund's one-night-only benefit production of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas on October 16th at The August Wilson Theatre
Jennifer Hudson and Bob Martin Join 'Whorehouse' Concert
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2006
Jennifer Hudson, 'American Idol' finalist and star of the upcoming film of Dreamgirls, and The Drowsy Chaperone's Tony-winning star Bob Martin have joined the cast of The Actors' Fund one-night-only benefit performance of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
Photo Coverage: Broadway by the Year: 1978
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 22, 2006
Some of Broadway's brightest--including Bryan Batt, Mary Bond Davis and more--were featured in the cast of 'The Broadway Musicals of 1978' on June 19th