SOUND OFF: SONDHEIM! on DVD/Blu-Ray/PBS
by Robert Diamond - Nov 18, 2010
Today we are taking a look at one of the most exciting DVD/Blu-Ray releases of the year - perhaps ever, at least as far as Broadway connoisseurs are concerned. Taped back in mid-March of this year, a week before the actual central celebratory event itself occurred, comes SONDHEIM! The Birthday Concert, which will also be shown next Wednesday on PBS as part of this season's sensational series of GREAT PERFORMANCES at 9 PM on WNET in New York and across the country. This is a once-in-a-lifetime event that has been ever-so-lovingly rendered on disc in high definition preserving a heavenly host of the very best Broadway talent one could ever possibly ask to be assembled. SONDHEIM! has it all.
The Wilma Theater's LEAVING, Closes 6/20
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2010
The Wilma Theater concludes its 2009 - 2010 Season with the U.S. Premiere of Leaving, by Václav Havel. The first play in 20 years from playwright and former Czech President Havel, Leaving will receive its U.S. Premiere production under co-Artistic Director Jiri Zizka's direction, with Academy Award® nominee David Strathairn (Good Night, and Good Luck) starring in the role of ex-Chancellor Dr. Vil?m Rieger.
The Wilma Theater Presents David Strathairn In LEAVING, Opens 5/26
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2010
The Wilma Theater concludes its 2009 - 2010 Season with the U.S. Premiere of Leaving, by Václav Havel. The first play in 20 years from playwright and former Czech President Havel, Leaving will receive its U.S. Premiere production under co-Artistic Director Jiri Zizka's direction, with Academy Award® nominee David Strathairn (Good Night, and Good Luck) starring in the role of ex-Chancellor Dr. Vil?m Rieger.
The Wilma Theater Presents David Strathairn In LEAVING, Previews 5/19
by BWW
News Desk - May 19, 2010
The Wilma Theater concludes its 2009 - 2010 Season with the U.S. Premiere of Leaving, by Václav Havel. The first play in 20 years from playwright and former Czech President Havel, Leaving will receive its U.S. Premiere production under co-Artistic Director Jiri Zizka's direction, with Academy Award® nominee David Strathairn (Good Night, and Good Luck) starring in the role of ex-Chancellor Dr. Vil?m Rieger.
STAGE TUBE: Kelsey Grammer Chats LA CAGE, Tech and Role-Changing
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 2, 2010
Kelsey Grammer, who is about to make his Broadway musical debut in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, recently sat down with the Today Show's Kathie Lee and Hoda to discuss all things LA CAGE, including the intricacies of the show's elaborate tech and the challenges he faces switching roles just months into the run (opening as Georges, he will switch to the role of Albin around October). BroadwayWorld brings you his interview below.
The Wilma Theater Presents David Strathairn In LEAVING, Previews 5/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 30, 2010
The Wilma Theater concludes its 2009 - 2010 Season with the U.S. Premiere of Leaving, by Václav Havel. The first play in 20 years from playwright and former Czech President Havel, Leaving will receive its U.S. Premiere production under co-Artistic Director Jiri Zizka's direction, with Academy Award® nominee David Strathairn (Good Night, and Good Luck) starring in the role of ex-Chancellor Dr. Vil?m Rieger.
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES' Kelsey Grammer To Appear On Regis And Kelly 3/29
by TV News Desk - Mar 29, 2010
Kelsey Grammer, who is about to make his Broadway musical debut in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, will be a guest on 'Live with Regis and Kelly' on Monday, March 29. In the New York area, 'Live with Regis and Kelly' airs on WABC-TV Channel 7 at 9:00 AM. Check local listings.
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES' Kelsey Grammer To Appear On Regis And Kelly 3/29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 26, 2010
Kelsey Grammer, who is about to make his Broadway musical debut in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, will be a guest on 'Live with Regis and Kelly' on Monday, March 29. In the New York area, 'Live with Regis and Kelly' airs on WABC-TV Channel 7 at 9:00 AM. Check local listings.
Table Seating Now on Sale for LA CAGE AUX FOLLES!
by Robert Diamond - Mar 25, 2010
Every night at the critically acclaimed Olivier Award-winning production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, a small group of very lucky theatergoers will get to watch he production from a unique vantage point: at one of four cabaret tables located in the front of the orchestra. There, they will experience LA CAGE as never before - closer to the dazzling splendor of the production's stars, five-time Emmy Award-winner Kelsey Grammer and Olivier Award-winner Douglas Hodge and in a position where the notorious and dangerous Cagelles will be even more notorious and a little more dangerous.
BWW Photo Exclusive: LA CAGE Begins Rehearsals - Sneak Preview!
by Walter McBride - Mar 1, 2010
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES began rehearsals today and BroadwayWorld.com is very excited to bring you a sneak preview of the cast as they met for the first time! We'll have a full photo coverage of the entire cast later, but in the meantime -- here's a sneak preview...
Fred Applegate Joins Cast of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by Robert Diamond - Feb 25, 2010
Fred Applegate has joined the cast of the critically-acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning Menier Chocolate Factory production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, playing the roles of Edouard Dindon, the rigidly conservative head of the Tradition, Family and Morality Party and café owner M. Renaud. LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, starring five-time Emmy Award winner Kelsey Grammer and Olivier Award-winner Douglas Hodge, goes into rehearsal in New York on Monday, March 1.
Cox, de Jesus, Andreas, Shaddow, Hoch, Lindell, Nolte, Shively, Perlow & More Join LA CAGE; Additional Cast Announced
by Robert Diamond - Feb 3, 2010
The producers of the critically-acclaimed, Olivier Award-winning Menier Chocolate Factory production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES are pleased to announce additional casting for the forthcoming Broadway production of the Tony Award-winning musical.
The Multiple Personalities of Stephen Lang
by Joseph F. Panarello - Aug 1, 2007
Stephen Lang, who gives not one but eight tour de force performances in 'Beyond Glory,' discusses his craft and the multiple personality disorders of actors.
Roundabout Announces Harry Connick, Jr. to Star in The Pajama Game
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2005
Performances of THE PAJAMA GAME will begin Friday, January 27th on Broadway at the American Airlines Theatre with the official opening set for Thursday, March 2nd. The limited engagement is scheduled to run 20 weeks through June 18th, 2006.