BWW Interviews: 'Fantasmi a Roma' - Cristian Ruiz è Reginaldo
by Nino Prattico - Dec 19, 2012
In attesa del debutto di Fantasmi a Roma previsto per il 17 Gennaio presso l'Aula Magna della Sapienza a Roma, CRISTIAN RUIZ (Reginaldo) presenta se stesso e il suo personaggio ai lettori di BroadwayWorld.com - Italy in questa splendida intervista 'rubata' in un momento di pausa durante la registrazione del Cast Album di questa splendida favola musicale presso i Forward Studio di Grottaferrata (RM).
Atlanta Lyric Adds Performance of WHITE CHRISTMAS, 12/23
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 5, 2012
Due to the overwhelming box office success of Atlanta Lyric Theatre's December production of WHITE CHRITMAS, the musical theatre company has added a performance on Sunday, December 23 at 7PM. Tickets can be purchased on-line at www.AtlantaLyricTheatre.com or by calling the box office at 404-377-9948.
BREAKING: Emily Padgett and Matthew Hydzik Set to Lead FLASHDANCE Tour!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 9, 2012
Broadway stars Emily Padgett and Matthew Hydzik will star as "Alex" and "Nick" in the world premiere of FLASHDANCE - THE MUSICAL, the stage adaptation of the 1983 hit film that defined a generation. Padgett and Hydzik will be joined on stage by the legendary Rachelle Rak in the role of "Tess." Sergio Trujillo, director and choreographer for the production returned to the home of FLASHDANCE and launch of the world premiere, Pittsburgh's Heinz Hall, to announce the lead casting from a press conference. Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and Kevin McMahon, CEO of Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, were also on hand to welcome the cast and creative team to Pittsburgh and to make a proclamation, naming January 1, 2013 as FLASHDANCE DAY. Celebrating its 30th Anniversary,FLASHDANCE kicks off a national tour January 1-6 at Heinz Hall and continues on to more than 20 cities with additional bookings to be announced:
REVIEW: Quindici anni di GREASE in Italia, grande successo per la Compagnia della Rancia
by Antonino Pratticò - Nov 9, 2012
GREASE, il musical dei record prodotto dalla Compagnia della Rancia, festeggia i 15 anni esatti dal suo debutto italiano e ritorna in grande stile al Teatro Brancaccio in una nuovissima edizione. Nel cast troviamo Riccardo Simone Berdini nel ruolo di Danny; Serena Carradori e Floriana Monici tornano ad interpretare rispettivamente Sandy e Rizzo.
Atlantic Lyric Theatre Announces Announces Holiday Events
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 8, 2012
This holiday season, audiences of all ages will enjoy the uplifting story of the Tony Award nominated hit musical IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS. Presented by Atlanta Lyric Theatre, IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, the stage reinvention of the beloved classic film, will play the Earl Smith Strand Theatre (117 N. Park Sq., Marietta) Dec. 7 - 23.
Photo Coverage: 3-D Theatricals' HAIRSPRAY Opening Night & Curtain Call at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center
by Lily Lim - Nov 4, 2012
3-D Theatricals' final show of the 2012 season is the Tony Award-winning musical HAIRSPRAY, featuring choreography by Dana Solimando, musical direction by Allen Everman, and directed by 3-D Theatricals Executive Producer and Artistic Director T.J. Dawson. HAIRSPRAY opened on Saturday, October 13 and performed through Sunday, October 28 at the historic Plummer Auditorium, 201 E. Chapman Ave. in Fullerton. HAIRSPRAY then traveled across town to perform at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd., for three performances only, ending today, November 4. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the show's opening at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center!
STAGE TUBE: Riesplode la GREASEmania, 15 anni di successo!
by Antonino Pratticò - Nov 3, 2012
GREASE, il musical dei record che ha conquistato quasi 1.500.000 spettatori in tutta Italia in piu di 1.200 repliche affermandosi come un fenomeno senza precedenti, dopo un'anteprima nelle principali rassegne teatrali estive e pronto a calcare nuovamente i palcoscenici italiani.
Grace Gummer, Corey Stoll and Treat Williams Join THE PARISIAN WOMAN Reading at The Flea, 10/22
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2012
Grace Gummer, Corey Stoll, and Treat Williams join Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress, Ellen Barkin, in The Parisian Woman. Commissioned by The Flea Theater, Beau Willimon has adapted Henry Becque's La Parisienne, now set in contemporary Washington D.C. To what lengths will a woman go to advance the political career of her husband? The Parisian Woman tears the veil off adultery in this modern retelling of the scandalous affairs of a bored and intelligent wife left to her own devices. Directed by Joel Schumacher.
Grace Gummer, Corey Stoll and Treat Williams Join THE PARISIAN WOMAN Reading at The Flea, 10/22
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2012
Grace Gummer, Corey Stoll, and Treat Williams join Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress, Ellen Barkin, in The Parisian Woman. Commissioned by The Flea Theater, Beau Willimon has adapted Henry Becque's La Parisienne, now set in contemporary Washington D.C. To what lengths will a woman go to advance the political career of her husband? The Parisian Woman tears the veil off adultery in this modern retelling of the scandalous affairs of a bored and intelligent wife left to her own devices. Directed by Joel Schumacher.
3-D Theatricals' HAIRSPRAY Closes 2012 Season, Beginning 10/12
by BWW
News Desk - Oct 12, 2012
3-D Theatricals presents the final show of its 2012 season, the Tony Award-winning musical HAIRSPRAY, choreography by Dana Solimando, musical direction by Allen Everman, and directed by 3-D Theatricals Executive Producer and Artistic Director T.J. Dawson. HAIRSPRAY will begin performances on Friday, October 12, with a press opening on Saturday, October 13 and perform through Sunday, October 28 at the historic Plummer Auditorium, 201 E. Chapman Ave. in Fullerton. HAIRSPRAY will then travel across town to perform at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd. for three performances only November 2 - 4!
Photo Flash: Leapin' Lizards! ANNIE Begins Previews Tonight - Meet the Cast
by Robert Diamond - Oct 3, 2012
ANNIE, the new production of the Tony Award-winning musical, went into rehearsal today in New York City with its full company. The production begins previews October 3, 2012 and opens November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street). Meet the full cast below!
3-D Theatricals' HAIRSPRAY Closes 2012 Season, Beginning 10/12
by BWW News Desk - Sep 30, 2012
3-D Theatricals presents the final show of its 2012 season, the Tony Award-winning musical HAIRSPRAY, choreography by Dana Solimando, musical direction by Allen Everman, and directed by 3-D Theatricals Executive Producer and Artistic Director T.J. Dawson. HAIRSPRAY will begin performances on Friday, October 12, with a press opening on Saturday, October 13 and perform through Sunday, October 28 at the historic Plummer Auditorium, 201 E. Chapman Ave. in Fullerton. HAIRSPRAY will then travel across town to perform at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd. for three performances only November 2 - 4!
Q13’s M.J. McDermott Host Sing-a-Long-a Grease at The 5th Avenue Theatre, Beg. 9/7
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2012
The 5th Avenue Theatre is joining in the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the original stage version of Grease with an entertaining cinematic experience: Sing-a-Long-a Grease. Here's your chance to sport a pink wig or poodle skirt and belt out "Grease Lightning" at The 5th Avenue Theatre, at one of four screenings.
Tommy Lee Jones Among Donostia Award Honorees at San Sebastian Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 4, 2012
The 60th edition of the San Sebastian Festival will this year bestow its Donostia Awards on actors John Travolta, Ewan McGregor and Tommy Lee Jones and the Special 60th Anniversary Donostia Award going to director Oliver Stone. In 1969, Jones made his Broadway debut in John Osborne's A Patriot for Me. His other Broadway appearances include Four on a Garden and Ulysses in Nighttown.
Q13’s M.J. McDermott to Host Sing-a-Long-a Grease at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 28, 2012
The 5th Avenue Theatre is joining in the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the original stage version of Grease with an entertaining cinematic experience: Sing-a-Long-a Grease. Here's your chance to sport a pink wig or poodle skirt and belt out "Grease Lightning" at The 5th Avenue Theatre, at one of four screenings.
Photo Flash: Meet the Full Cast of ANNIE, Now in Rehearsal!
by Meet the Cast - Aug 16, 2012
ANNIE, the new production of the Tony Award-winning musical, went into rehearsal today in New York City with its full company. The production begins previews October 3, 2012 and opens November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street). Meet the full cast below!