THE TOMMY TUNE AWARDS Show Returns In Person For 2023!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2023
Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has announced the finalists for the 2023 Tommy Tune Awards and the return of the in-person awards show for the first time since 2019! The 2023 Tommy Tune Awards will be held on May 4 at 7 p.m. at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.
Palo Alto Players Present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2023
Vibrant sets and costumes. Eclectic music by today’s top artists. An erupting underwater volcano. A brilliant talking squirrel from Texas. And an ever-optimistic walking, talking, singing, and dancing yellow sea sponge. THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL checks every box one wants in a Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Best Musical award winner!
Get to Know the Tony Nominators
by Cara Joy David - Mar 27, 2023
This time of year, most know the most important people in the industry are sadly not anyone putting on a show, but rather the Tony nominators. Usually, this is the time that many selected nominators start dropping out, typically because of involvement in an eligible production or failure to see all eligible productions. This season, we’ve so far had very few recusals, so as of now there is a pretty full slate.
J2 Spotlight Theater Company Will Return to Theatre Row This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2022
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company will return, for their third consecutive season, to Theatre Row. The slate of show will include three productions running for two consecutive weeks each from Thursday, April 13 through Sunday, May 21, 2023.
Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Comes to Palo Alto Players in November
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2022
Palo Alto Players invites you to “Be Our Guest” as the company continues its 92nd season with the hit Broadway musical Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Based on the Disney animated film, the stage version of this tale as old as time has been enchanting audiences around the world for over two decades.
Photos: Inside Look at the 2022 Tommy Tune Awards
by Marissa Tomeo - May 29, 2022
The 2022 Tommy Tune Awards from Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) held virtually once again this year, premiered at 7 p.m. tonight on the musical theatre company’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Photos: Take a Look at the Cast Of the 45th Anniversary Production of NIGHTCLUB CANTATA
by Marissa Tomeo - May 7, 2022
Bill Castellino directs and choreographs. Cast members include Almeria Campbell, Victoria Casillo, Daniela Delahuerta, Matthew Liu, Jesse Manocherian, Sarah Nandola, Pearl Rhein, Noah Ruebeck, Hansel Tan, and Miles Whittaker. Twenty-five performances will be staged from April 23 – May 22, 2022, at Nancy Manocherian's the cell theatre, 338 West 23rd Street, New York, NY 11201.
New Cast Members Join 45th Anniversary Production of NIGHTCLUB CANTATA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2022
With performances beginning April 23rd, Nancy Manocherian’s the cell theatre and Nightclub Cantata LLC, by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, will present Elizabeth Swados’ 1977 breakout sensation Nightclub Cantata, a provocative, eclectic and heralded theatrical creation rarely seen since its inception decades ago.
Cast Announced for 45th Anniversary Production of NIGHTCLUB CANTATA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2022
Nancy Manocherian’s the cell theatre and Nightclub Cantata LLC, by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, have announced the cast of Elizabeth Swados’ 1977 breakout sensation Nightclub Cantata, a provocative, eclectic and heralded theatrical creation rarely seen since its inception decades ago.
45th Anniversary Production of NIGHTCLUB CANTATA to be Presented at the Cell Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2022
Nancy Manocherian’s the cell theatre and Nightclub Cantata LLC, by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, will presen the 45th anniversary production of Elizabeth Swados’ 1977 breakout sensation Nightclub Cantata, a provocative, eclectic and heralded theatrical creation rarely seen since its inception decades ago.
J2 Spotlight's THE BAKER'S WIFE Opens Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2022
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company is opening the third production of its 2022 season, Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics) and Joseph Stein’s (book) celebrated musical The Baker’s Wife, based on the film La Femme de Boulanger by Marcel Pagnol and Jean Giono tonight, Thursday, March 10 at Theater Row (410 West 42nd Street).
Award-Winning Costume and Set Designer Tony Walton Dies at 87
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 3, 2022
According to a Deadline article, acclaimed costume and set designer Tony Walton has passed away at the age of 87. He died on March 2nd from issues related to a stroke. Bridget LeRoy, his stepdaughter, released the news of his death on Facebook, writing, “A fond and loving farewell to the most fabulous stepdad and human being in the world. Love you forever, Tony Walton. Have a great trip.”
Photos: First Look at A DAY IN HOLLYWOOD / A NIGHT IN THE UKRAINE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2022
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company is continuing their second season with Frank Lazarus (music) and Dick Vosburgh’s (book and lyrics) A Day in Hollywood / A Night in the Ukraine — the first New York City revival of the Tony Award-nominated musical comedy, tonight, Thursday, February 24 at Theater Row (410 West 42nd Street).
Cast Announced for THE BAKER'S WIFE at J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2022
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company announced the company, along with photos from the first day of rehearsal, for the organization’s third production of its 2022 season, Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics) and Joseph Stein’s (book) celebrated musical The Baker’s Wife, based on the film La Femme de Boulanger by Marcel Pagnol and Jean Giono.
Photos: Mark William Brings LOVE SINGS to Chelsea Table & Stage
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Feb 15, 2022
Two time Broadway World Award winner Mark William celebrated Valentine’s Day at Chelsea Table + Stage - New York's newest hotspot, with his new show Love Sings! The evening was full of romantic and show stopping love songs from Broadway, Pop, Hollywood, and The Great American Songbook.
A CLASS ACT to Open Off-Broadway Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2022
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company will kick off their exciting second season with the the Linda Kline and Lonny Price (book) and Edward Kleban (music and lyrics) Tony Award-nominated musical A Class Act this Thursday, February 10 at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street).
Photos: Cast Announced for A DAY IN HOLLYWOOD / A NIGHT IN THE UKRAINE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2022
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company today announced the complete company, along with photos from the first day of rehearsal, for the organization’s 2022 production of Frank Lazarus (music) and Dick Vosburgh’s (book and lyrics) A Day in Hollywood / A Night in the Ukraine — the first New York City revival of the Tony Award-nominated musical.
Lonny Price, Linda Kline & More Join J2's Lagniappes Lineup for A CLASS ACT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2022
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company today announced the lineup of special post-show accompaniments, or lagniappes, to the organization’s 2022 season opener: the Linda Kline and Lonny Price (book) and Edward Kleban (music and lyrics) Tony Award-nominated musical A Class Act.
'Buy One Get One' Ticket Offer Announced for A CLASS ACT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2022
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company today announced a special “Buy One Get One” ticket offer for the organization’s 2022 season opener: the Linda Kline and Lonny Price (book) and Edward Kleban (music and lyrics) Tony Award-nominated musical A Class Act.
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company Announces Cast for A CLASS ACT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2022
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company today announced the complete company, along with photos from the first day of rehearsal, for the organization’s 2022 season opener: the Linda Kline and Lonny Price (book) and Edward Kleban (music and lyrics) Tony Award-nominated musical A Class Act.
MEN ON BOATS Comes to Palo Alto Players in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2021
Palo Alto Players ushers in 2022 with Jaclyn Backhaus' MEN ON BOATS - a 19th century adventure story about ten men, four boats, and two rivers. Told without men, boats, or rivers.
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company Announces 2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2021
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company has announced the exciting three-musical lineup for its second season. The 2022 season, running February 10 - March 20, 2022 at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street - between 9th and Dyer Avenues), will include A Class Act, A Day in Hollywood / A Night in the Ukraine, and The Baker’s Wife.
25 Theatre Books for Your Fall Reading List
by Team BWW - Nov 6, 2021
Fall has arrived and chilly weather means lots of time to snuggle under your favorite blanket with a great book. You're in luck, because this year, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind.