Deborah Rush Added to Starry BLITHE SPIRIT Cast
by Robert Diamond - Dec 10, 2008
The producers of the upcoming Broadway revival of Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit are pleased to welcome Tony-nominated actress Deborah Rush in the role of Mrs. Bradman, reuniting her with her Noises Off! director, two-time Tony Award winner Michael Blakemore.
Jayne Atkinson Joins BLITHE SPIRIT Revival Cast
by Eddie Varley - Nov 17, 2008
Variety reports that Jayne Atkinson has joined the cast of the upcoming Broadway revival of 'Blithe Spirit,' Atkinson will play the bride of Everett's character, who is plagued by the ghost of his deceased first wife (Ebersole). Atkinson was last on Broadway in 'Enchanted April' in 2003.
Brent Spiner is Reprise's 'MAN OF LA MANCHA' 2/14-3/1
by Eddie Varley - Nov 17, 2008
The 2008-2009 Reprise Theatre Company season continues with the classic international hit 'Man of La Mancha,' starring Brent Spiner, written by Dale Wasserman with music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Joe Darion. The production will be directed by Michael Michetti, co-artistic director of The Theatre at Boston Cout.
Tilly, Ross, Malloy, Cummings, and Oritz Join ALL ABOUT EVE Cast
by Eddie Varley - Nov 6, 2008
Oscar nominated actress Jennifer Tilly will play 'Miss Caswell,' Cabaret star Steve Ross will play the 'Pianist,'Jessica Cummings will play 'Phoebe,' and Maura Lisabeth Malloy and Victor Joel Ortiz will also appear in The Actors Fund's highly anticipated all-star reading of ALL ABOUT EVE, the classic backstage drama that is one of the most entertaining and witty films of all time.
'Mame' Up for Bid At Victory Gardens Nov 15th.
by Steve Leary - Nov 8, 2008
If you're a die-hard fan of classic American musicals, then grab your checkbook and a few supportive friends and buy your way to stardom at Victory Gardens Theater's 27th Annual Casting Auction, Saturday, November 15 at 6 pm at the Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago.
Tonight It's 'Mame'!
by Steve Leary - Oct 16, 2008
MAME tells the hilarious story of an eccentric socialite who finds her chaotic Manhattan lifestyle turned upside down when she is appointed guardian of her orphaned nephew. Auntie Mame takes him on one whirlwind adventure after another, proving that 'life is a banquet.' The irresistible score by Jerry Herman includes the title song 'Mame', 'If He Walked Into My Life' and 'We Need A Little Christmas.'
The All-American Classic 'Mame' at Drury Lane Oakbrook!
by Steve Leary - Oct 4, 2008
Based on the 1955 best-selling novel by Patrick Dennis and the 1956 hit Broadway play Auntie Mame, MAME will preview October 9, open October 16 and run through December 21 at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL. Two of the most recognized women in Chicago theater will star in this production of the Tony Award winning musical. Jeff Award winner Barbara Robertson, who recently starred as 'Madame Morrible' in the Chicago production of WICKED, will portray 'Mame' through November 16. November 19 through the end of the run will feature one of Chicago's most beloved actors Kat Taylor in the role. Taylor has starred in the National Tours of LES MISERABLES as 'Fantine' and PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. Artistic Director William Osetek will direct.
Drury Lane Oakbrook Presents The American Classic 'Mame'
by Steve Leary - Sep 16, 2008
Based on the 1955 best-selling novel by Patrick Dennis and the 1956 hit Broadway play Auntie Mame, MAME will preview October 9, open October 16 and run through December 21 at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook Terrace, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL.
NCTF Holds Chairman's Awards Gala
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2008
National Corporate Theatre Fund (NCTF) will hold its Annual Chairman's Awards Gala and benefit on Monday, April 14 at New York's Cipriani's Pegasus (30 Rockefeller Plaza).
Jerry Herman Honored at American Thetre Wing Spring Gala
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2008
The American Theatre Wing, the not-for-profit service organization dedicated to recognizing excellence and supporting education in theatre, will honor acclaimed composer and lyricist Jerry Herman, as well as steadfast corporate partner Visa Inc., at the Wing's Annual Spring Gala on Monday, May 19, 2008.
Best Musical: Tony vs Grammy - Part 3
by Paul W. Thompson - Feb 25, 2008
Now that the 50th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony is history, and before the Tony Awards season sneaks up on us, it might be a good time to do a little investigating into the relationship between the category that both award shows recognize-Best Musical, of course.
Stage Door Chicago: Jerry Herman Discusses His Life & Shows
by Michael J. Roberts - Jan 13, 2008
Jerry Herman pulls the stops out in this in-depth and heartfelt conversation about his incredible career. You have seen the PBS documentary, now hear Jerry in his own words enlighten us on his remarkable life and music.
Photo Flash: Bway: The Golden Age's McKay at WLIW
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Aug 9, 2007
On Wednesday, August 8 at 7:30 pm, filmmaker Rick McKay appeared live in the WLIW studio with behind-the-scenes stories about the making of Broadway: The Golden Age and its upcoming sequels.
Photo Coverage: Herman Toasted at L.A. Tonys Party
by BWW - Jun 12, 2007
On Sunday, June 10th at L.A.'s Skirball Center, the Actors Fund paid tribute to Jerry Herman at its 11th Annual Tony Awards Party, featuring a live feed of the 61st Annual Tony Awards as they happened in New York.
Sandy Duncan's Mame at Barrington Stage Co Oct 4-15
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2006
Stage and screen actress Sandy Duncan will 'coax the blues right out of the horn,' as she makes her Barrington Stage debut as the glamorous Mame Dennis in a semi-staged concert version of Jerry Herman's legendary musical 'Mame,' directed by Julianne Boyd. BSC's first fall production in its new home in Pittsfield, at 30 Union Street, will run for two weeks from October 4 through 15.
Sandy Duncan to Star as Mame for Barrington Stage
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2006
Tony Award-nominee Sandy Duncan will open a new window in the title role of the Barrington Stage Company's upcoming production of Mame, which will run as a staged concert version at the Pittsfield, MA theatre from October 4th through 15th
Kennedy Center Mame May be Broadway Bound
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2006
The New York Post's Michael Riedel has reported that the Kennedy Center's hit production of Mame, starring Christine Baranski, may settle for a Broadway run at the Palace for a limited run beginning in July--if the show isn't curtailed by production expenses
Photo Flash: Christine Baranski as Mame
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2006
Mame, starring Christine Baranski as the glamorous aunt of the title, will begin previews at the Kennedy Center's Eisenhower Theatre on May 27th, open officially on June 1st and run through July 2nd
Dixon, Gottschall & More Join Cast of Kennedy Center Mame
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2006
Complete casting is now set for the upcoming Kennedy Center production of Mame, which will open at the Eisenhower Theatre at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. on June 1st after beginning previews on May 27th; the show, starring Christine Baranski, will run through July 2nd