Tickets Now Available for GODSPELL on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2011
Starting today (Monday, July 11, 2011), tickets are now on sale to the general public for Broadway's first-ever revival of Stephen Schwartz's legendary rock musical GODSPELL. Visit Telecharge.com or call 212-239-6200 to purchase tickets, and visit Godspell.com or more information and updates.
STAGE TUBE: GODSPELL Hopefuls on Open Call Audition Line
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 8, 2011
On Thursday, July 7, open call auditions for the first-ever Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's landmark rock musical GODSPELL took place at The Actors Chapel in midtown Manhattan. Telsey + Company, the casting office for GODSPELL, is seeking musical theatre performers with strong singing voices and comedic ability, ages 16-30. All ethnicities and types were welcome. Thousands of hopefuls showed up for their chance to participate in the historic revival. To meet some of the hopeful candidates, some of whom got in line as early as 11 pm the night before, click below!
Photo Coverage: GODSPELL Hopefuls Attend Open Call!
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - Jul 7, 2011
Today Thursday, July 7, open call auditions for the first-ever Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's landmark rock musical GODSPELL took place at The Actors Chapel in midtown Manhattan. Thousands of hopefuls showed up for their chance to participate in the historic revival. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the chaos and brings you photo coverage below!
American Express Pre-Sale Begins Today for GODSPELL Tickets
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 29, 2011
The 40th Anniversary production and first-ever Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's landmark rock musical GODSPELL will begin preview performances Thursday, October 13, 2011 at Circle in the Square Theatre (1633 Broadway at 50th Street). Directed by Daniel Goldstein and choreographed by Tony Award nominee Christopher Gattelli (South Pacific), Opening Night is Monday, November 7 (7 p.m.).
GODSPELL Holds Open Call Auditions July 7!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 27, 2011
Think you've got what it takes to perform in a great big Broadway show? Here's your chance! On Thursday, July 7, 2011, open call auditions for the first-ever Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's landmark rock musical GODSPELL are set to begin at 10 a.m. at The Actors Chapel in midtown Manhattan (239 West 49th Street, between Broadway and 8th Avenue). Auditions will continue until 5 p.m.
Cavenaugh, O'Hare, et al. Set for GIGI at Reprise Theatre Company, 2/15-27
by BWW
News Desk - Feb 15, 2011
William Atherton, Matt Cavenaugh, Lisa O'Hare, Carol Lawrence, Millicent Martin and Jason Graae are the acclaimed film, Broadway and West End stars who will lead the cast of Reprise Theatre Company's second production of the 2010-2011 season, 'Gigi', playing February 15 to February 27, 2011 (press opening February 16, 2011) at UCLA's Freud Playhouse. The musical - with book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe -- will be directed by veteran musical theatre director David Lee, with choreography by Peggy Hickey and musical direction by Steve Orich.
Ben Vereen to Release Live Recording with Sh-K-Boom, 2/15
by BWW
News Desk - Feb 5, 2011
Broadway's Ben Vereen will release a new live album entitled, 'Steppin' Out With Ben Vereen' on February 15. To be released with Sh-K-Boom Records, the album features Vereen's July 2010 performance at Hartford Stage.
Cavenaugh, O'Hare, et al. Set for GIGI at Reprise Theatre Company, 2/15-27
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 17, 2011
William Atherton, Matt Cavenaugh, Lisa O'Hare, Carol Lawrence, Millicent Martin and Jason Graae are the acclaimed film, Broadway and West End stars who will lead the cast of Reprise Theatre Company's second production of the 2010-2011 season, 'Gigi', playing February 15 to February 27, 2011 (press opening February 16, 2011) at UCLA's Freud Playhouse. The musical - with book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe -- will be directed by veteran musical theatre director David Lee, with choreography by Peggy Hickey and musical direction by Steve Orich.
Ben Vereen to Release Live Recording with Sh-K-Boom, 2/15
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 3, 2011
Broadway's Ben Vereen will release a new live album entitled, 'Steppin' Out With Ben Vereen' on February 15. To be released with Sh-K-Boom Records, the album features Vereen's July 2010 performance at Hartford Stage.
THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG at the Reprise Closes 10/10
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2010
Stephanie J. Block, Broadway star of '9 to 5: The Musical,' 'Wicked,' 'The Pirate Queen,' and 'The Boy From Oz,' will star opposite Jason Alexander, Artistic Director of Reprise Theatre Company, in 'They're Playing Our Song,' the opening production of the company's 2010-2011 season, playing September 28 to October 10 (press opening September 29) at UCLA's Freud Playhouse.
BONNIE & CLYDE, LA BETE, DEATHTRAP et al. Set for Asolo Rep's New Season
by BWW
News Desk - Oct 4, 2010
Michael Donald Edwards, Asolo Repertory Theatre's producing artistic director, announced today his selections for the 2010-2011 season. A major highlight of Asolo Rep's 52nd season is the pre-Broadway try-out production of Bonnie & Clyde opening on November 19, 2010.
GODSPELL Revival is Aiming for Broadway Spring/Summer 2011
by Robert Diamond - Sep 1, 2010
An audition notice has went out for the upcoming Broadway production of GODSPELL, noting that performances will begin in the Spring/Summer of 2011. Specific dates and a theatre are as of yet unnamed.
Stephanie J. Block & Jason Alexander to Star in THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG for Reprise
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 25, 2010
Stephanie J. Block, Broadway star of '9 to 5: The Musical,' 'Wicked,' 'The Pirate Queen,' and 'The Boy From Oz,' will star opposite Jason Alexander, Artistic Director of Reprise Theatre Company, in 'They're Playing Our Song,' the opening production of the company's 2010-2011 season, playing September 28 to October 10 (press opening September 29) at UCLA's Freud Playhouse.
Jason Alexander to Lead Reprise's THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG, 9/28 - 10/10
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 19, 2010
Jason Alexander, artistic director of Reprise Theatre Company, will star in 'They're Playing Our Song,' September 28 to October 10 (press opening September 29) at UCLA's Freud Playhouse, to open the company's 2010-2011 season. Single tickets are available for 'They're Playing Our Song' at www.reprise.org or through the UCLA Central Ticket Office at 310/825-2101.
Ben Vereen to Record Live Album at Hartford Stage 7/7-7/8
by BWW
News Desk - Jul 7, 2010
Ben Vereen's performance in 'Broadway Legends: An Evening with Ben Vereen' at the Hartford Stage will be recorded live on July 7 and July 8 for Vereen's album, Vereen announces on his Twitter account.
Ben Vereen to Record Live Album at Hartford Stage 7/7-7/8
by Abigail Arnold - Jul 6, 2010
Ben Vereen's performance in 'Broadway Legends: An Evening with Ben Vereen' at the Hartford Stage will be recorded live on July 7 and July 8 for Vereen's album, Vereen announces on his Twitter account.
SHEAR MADNESS To Close At Florida Studio Theatre 4/18
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 18, 2010
After a successful nine week run at Florida Studio Theatre, Shear Madness will close on Sunday, April 18, 2010. Shear Madness opened to audiences raving on February 18, 2010. 'That was hysterical,' 'That was tremendous fun,' and 'Dynamite' are a few of the exiting comments. The critics have agreed 'Crazy fun,' reviewed the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, 'Great fun,' remarked Sarasota Magazine and 'Howling with Laughter,' exclaimed the Pelican Press. Shear Madness, by Paul Portner; Adapted by Marilyn Abrams and Bruce Jordan; Original Director: Bruce Jordan is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest running play in the history of American Theatre and is hailed as America's Favorite Comedy
SHEAR MADNESS To Close At Florida Studio Theatre 4/18
by Mary Hanrahan - Apr 6, 2010
After a successful nine week run at Florida Studio Theatre, Shear Madness will close on Sunday, April 18, 2010. Shear Madness opened to audiences raving on February 18, 2010. 'That was hysterical,' 'That was tremendous fun,' and 'Dynamite' are a few of the exiting comments. The critics have agreed 'Crazy fun,' reviewed the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, 'Great fun,' remarked Sarasota Magazine and 'Howling with Laughter,' exclaimed the Pelican Press. Shear Madness, by Paul Portner; Adapted by Marilyn Abrams and Bruce Jordan; Original Director: Bruce Jordan is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest running play in the history of American Theatre and is hailed as America's Favorite Comedy
Signature Theatre Closes the Curtain on SWEENEY TODD, 4/4
by BWW News Desk - Apr 4, 2010
The Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre, nationally known for its interpretation of Stephen Sondheim musicals, celebrated its 20th anniversary season by presenting Sondheim's most popular musical SWEENEY TODD, directed by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer. The production will end its run in the 276-seat MAX Theater, April 4, 2010.
Universal Music Family's J Is For Jackson 5 Released Today
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 30, 2010
The Jackson 5 were fun to listen to and they were also a family. It is no surprise, then, that singing along with them to 'ABC' or 'I Want You Back' has brought other families together for decades and continues to do so today.
FST Extends SHEAR MADNESS Thru April 18
by BWW News Desk - Mar 29, 2010
Florida Studio Theatre adds performances through the end of March for the hit Shear Madness and one must-see performance! A line-up of special guest stars will be incorporated into the Wednesday, March 17th evening performance.