Photo Coverage: Meet the Nominees- LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT's Jessica Lange
by Walter McBride - May 22, 2016
On May 4, the 2016 Tony nominees flocked to the Paramount Hotel, where they met with the press for the first time since getting the big news. BroadwayWorld will be bringing you coverage from the epic day over the next month (so watch out for lots more), but for now, check out photos of Best Performance by an Actress in Leading Role in a Play nominee for Long Day's Journey Into Night, Jessica Lange, as captured by Walter McBride!
The Theater People Podcast Welcomes ON YOUR FEET's Andrea Burns in New Episode
by Theater People Podcast - Apr 11, 2016
On Monday, April 4, the Theater People podcast welcomes ON YOUR FEET star Andrea Burns. Burns made her professional New York debut in Jason Robert Brown's groundbreaking 1995 musical SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD. She then made her Broadway debut in 1996 as a replacement in the role of Belle in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and went on to co-star in the Broadway productions of THE FULL MONTY and THE RITZ.
Amas Musical Theatre Honors Tony Winner Priscilla Lopez at Gala Benefit Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 28, 2016
Amas Musical Theatre, New York City's award-winning pioneer in diversity and multi-ethnic casting in the performing arts since 1968, celebrates its 47th Anniversary at a gala benefit tonight, Monday, March 28th, 2016 at the Baruch Performing Arts Center(East 25th Street between Lexington and 3rd Avenues). Honorary Chair for the event is Tony Award winning actress, singer and dancer Donna McKechnie. The master of ceremonies for the evening is noted theatre journalist Peter Filichia.
Amas Musical Theatre to Honor Tony Winner Priscilla Lopez at Gala
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 17, 2016
Amas Musical Theatre, New York City's award-winning pioneer in diversity and multi-ethnic casting in the performing arts since 1968, will celebrate its 47th Anniversary at a gala benefit on Monday, March 28th, 2016 at the Baruch Performing Arts Center (East 25th Street between Lexington and 3rd Avenues). Honorary Chair for the event is Tony Award winning actress, singer and dancer Donna McKechnie.
Moonlight Presents to Welcome Susan Egan in January
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 15, 2015
A number of firsts are occurring as the City of Vista's Moonlight Amphitheatre raises the curtain on a new era beginning in January. The Amphitheatre's new performing arts program, Moonlight Presents, offers its first series, Moonlight Cabaret, and at the same time inaugurates its new performance space: ClubM. For one night only, on Friday, Jan. 15 at 8 pm, Moonlight Presents offers a sold-out performance of Susan Egan: The Real Housewife of Broadway.
The Flea Premieres TAKE CARE, Previews Begin Dec 1
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 6, 2015
The Flea Theater presents TAKE CARE, by Niegel Smith and Todd Shalom. This world premiere production marks Smith's directorial debut at his new artistic home and will feature The Bats, the resident acting company at the Flea. Previews start December 1 with Opening Night slated for Sunday, December 6.
Tommy Emmanuel Performs at bergenPAC Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 24, 2015
Bergen Performing Arts Center located at 30 North Van Brunt Street in Englewood, New Jersey presents Tommy Emmanuel, tonight, September 24th, 2015 at 8PM.
BWW Profile: Jessica Lange Emmy-Nominated Star of Stage and Screen
by Tess Reynolds - Sep 17, 2015
Jessica Lange is considered one of the greatest actresses of her generation. As the recipient of several awards, including two Oscars, three Emmys, five Golden Globes, one SAG award and three Dorian Awards, and now nominated to take home her fourth Emmy for Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for Elsa Mars on AMERICAN HORROR STORY: FREAK SHOW, it is no question that Lange has proved her acting abilities since her professional film debut in 1976's KING KONG.
Tommy Emmanuel to Perform at bergenPAC, 9/24
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 13, 2015
Bergen Performing Arts Center located at 30 North Van Brunt Street in Englewood, New Jersey presents Tommy Emmanuel, Thursday, September 24th, 2015 at 8PM. Purchase tickets to see the Australian guitar phenom at www.ticketmaster.com or Box Office at 201.227.1030.
Best Musical Loser! Shows You Won't Believe Didn't Win a Tony Award
by Nora Dominick - Jun 11, 2015
BroadwayWorld has decided to round up the best loser's for Best Musical and you will be surprised with some of the losers. Click through the videos below and watch some of Broadway's most iconic musicals that didn't take home the Tony Award for Best Musical.
Nominations for 20th Annual Rising Star Awards Announced!
by Tyler Peterson - May 4, 2015
As one of the nation's leading regional theaters and producing partners for Broadway, Paper Mill Playhouse has a well-earned reputation for launching both performers and shows for the Great White Way.
Guitarist Tommy Emmanuel to Perform at The VETS, 9/27
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 16, 2015
Two-time GRAMMY nominee and one of Australia's most respected musicians, Tommy Emmanuel, will bring his world-famous guitar talent to The VETS Sunday, September 27, 2015 at 7:00pm. Tickets are $49.50-$29.50; available online at ?www.TheVetsRI.com, by calling (401) 421.ARTS (2787), or in person at the PPAC/The VETS box office located at 220 Weybosset St, Providence. The VETS is located at One Avenue of the Arts. The VETS box office is only open on show days.
Walden Media Joins Steven Spielberg's THE BFG as Producer
by Movies News Desk - Mar 5, 2015
Walden Media, producer of such hit films as 'The Chronicles of Narnia” series, “Bridge to Terabithia,” “Charlotte's Web,” and the 'Journey to the Center of the Earth” series, will co-finance and co-produce DreamWorks Studios' “The BFG.”
New Rep Extends THE KING OF SECOND AVENUE Through March 8
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2015
New Repertory Theatre announces THE KING OF SECOND AVENUE, now playing through March 8, 2015 in the Charles Mosesian Theater at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA. Tickets are $30-$60 and may be purchased by calling the New Rep Box Office at 617-923-8487 or visiting newrep.org. Student, senior, and group discounts are available. Added performances include: Friday, March 6, 8pm; Saturday, March 7, 3pm; Saturday, March 7, 8pm; and Sunday, March 8, 2pm.
Swados & Courtney's New Musical THE NOMAD Begins Tonight at The Flea
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2015
The Flea Theater will present the World Premiere of THE NOMAD, a new musical with book & lyrics by Tony Award nominee Elizabeth Swados and Guggenheim Fellow Erin Courtney, composed & directed by Swados. Performances begin tonight, February 19. The production runs through April 6, 2015.