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The Ringwald Stages INTO THE WOODS, Now thru 6/2
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2014


Nearing the end of a season devoted to words and stories, it only makes sense to close with Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's seminal musical INTO THE WOODS. The ultimate storybook musical gets mightily reimagined by Ferndale's feisty theatre, The Ringwald, in association with Two Muses Theatre, F.R.E.D., and Kickham Hanley PLLC.

The Ringwald to Stage INTO THE WOODS, 5/2-6/2
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 24, 2014


Nearing the end of a season devoted to words and stories, it only makes sense to close with Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's seminal musical INTO THE WOODS. The ultimate storybook musical gets mightily reimagined by Ferndale's feisty theatre, The Ringwald, in association with Two Muses Theatre, F.R.E.D., and Kickham Hanley PLLC.

MY MOTHER'S ITALIAN, MY FATHER'S JEWISH AND I'M IN THERAPY! Begins Tonight at Trinity Rep
by BWW News Desk - Apr 23, 2014


Philip Roger Roy & Dana Matthow present the National Touring Company of the smash-hit comedy sensation, MY MOTHER'S ITALIAN, MY FATHER'S JEWISH AND I'M IN THERAPY!, written by Steve Solomon, directed by Andy Rogow and starring Peter J. Fogel. MY MOTHER'S ITALIAN, MY FATHER'S JEWISH AND I'M IN THERAPY! plays tonight, April 23 through May 18.

Cast of Las Vegas' ROCK OF AGES to Perform on THE QUEEN LATIFAH SHOW, 4/21
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 18, 2014


Cast members from the Las Vegas company of the high-octane musical ROCK OF AGES will perform on 'The Queen Latifah Show' Monday, April 21. The show airs in the Las Vegas area at 2 p.m. on KTNV-TV. Check local listings for other locations.

Ringwald to Present INTO THE WOODS, 5/2-6/2
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 15, 2014


Nearing the end of a season devoted to words and stories, it only makes sense to close with Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's seminal musical INTO THE WOODS. The ultimate storybook musical gets mightily reimagined by Ferndale's feisty theatre, The Ringwald, in association with Two Muses Theatre and Kickham Hanley PLLC.

Tony Nominated Musical ROCK OF AGES Comes to Harris Center, 4/17-19
by Courtnie Mele - Apr 5, 2014


In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small-town girl met a big-city dreamer - and in L.A.'s most legendary rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the '80's. It's ROCK OF AGES, a hilarious, feel-good love story told through the hit songs of iconic rockers Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more. This 5 time Tony nominated musical, with a star studded motion picture in the works, is rockin' its way across the USA and Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom is fortunate to be one of its destinations.

ROCK OF AGES National Tour Plays Capitol Center for the Arts Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2014


In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small-town girl met a big-city dreamer - and in L.A.'s most legendary rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the '80's. It's ROCK OF AGES, a hilarious, feel-good love story told through the hit songs of iconic rockers Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more. This 5 time Tony-nominated musical, with a star studded motion picture in the works, is rockin' its way across the USA. Don't miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on when it comes to Concord's Capitol Center for the Arts for one night only, tonight, March 28.

ROCK OF AGES Comes to the Hershey Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 6, 2014


In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small-town girl met a big-city dreamer - and in L.A.'s most legendary rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the '80's. It's Rock of Ages, a hilarious, feel-good love story told through the hit songs of iconic rockers Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more. Don't miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on, playing at Hershey Theatre tonight, March 6 at 7:30 p.m.

ROCK OF AGES Comes to the Hershey Theatre, 3/6
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2014


In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small-town girl met a big-city dreamer - and in L.A.'s most legendary rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the '80's. It's Rock of Ages, a hilarious, feel-good love story told through the hit songs of iconic rockers Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more. Don't miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on, playing at Hershey Theatre on Thursday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m.

ROCK OF AGES National Tour to Play State Theatre, 3/23
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 25, 2014


Break out your denim jackets and leg warmers, the 80's are coming to the State Theatre! The worldwide party musical ROCK OF AGES featuring a mix of 28 of your favorite 80's tunes takes the stage on Sunday, March 23rd.

Photo Flash: Darren Criss Attends ROCK OF AGES in Vegas!
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 18, 2014


GLEE star, Darren Criss, attended Rock of Ages Saturday evening, February 15 at The Venetian Las Vegas. Following the performance, Criss headed backstage to share words of enthusiasm with Rock of Ages star and former GLEE cast member, Jon Robert Hall, and to take a photo with the cast. Check out photos from his visit below!

ROCK OF AGES to Jam Out in D.C. at the Warner Theatre, March 2
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2014


In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small-town girl met a big-city dreamer - and in L.A.'s most legendary rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the '80's. It's ROCK OF AGES, a hilarious, feel-good love story told through the hit songs of iconic rockers Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more. Don't miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on!

ROCK OF AGES National Tour to Play Capitol Center for the Arts, 3/28
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 31, 2014


In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small-town girl met a big-city dreamer - and in L.A.'s most legendary rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the '80's. It's ROCK OF AGES, a hilarious, feel-good love story told through the hit songs of iconic rockers Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more. This 5 time Tony-nominated musical, with a star studded motion picture in the works, is rockin' its way across the USA. Don't miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on when it comes to Concord's Capitol Center for the Arts for one night only, March 28. Ticket start at $35 and are on sale now at the Capitol Center box office, located at 44 South Main Street, Concord, NH, via phone at 603-225-1111, or online at www.ccanh.com.

BWW Reviews: Broadway Tour of ROCK OF AGES Brings Epic Rock Musical to PPAC
by Robert Barossi - Jan 30, 2014


It seems that since the dawn of the new millennium, there has been an incredible surge in the appearance of new 'jukebox musicals.' This genre is comprised of shows made up of previously recorded and released songs, usually by a single band or artist, or connected to a specific theme. While there were a few of these in the late 1900's, the genre took off once the clock turned to 2000. Now, theaters are filled with them, showcasing the music of anyone from Billy Joel to Queen to Janis Joplin and Bob Dylan. After seeing the touring production of the jukebox musical Rock of Ages at Providence Performing Arts Center, it's hard to imagine that anything in the genre is as exciting, fun and perfectly pieced together as this spectacular musical combination of the glam-band hits of the late 1980s.

ROCK OF AGES Returns to Providence Performing Arts Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2014


In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small-town girl met a big-city dreamer - and in L.A.'s most legendary rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the '80s. It's ROCK OF AGES, a hilarious, feel-good love story told through the hit songs of iconic rockers Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more. This five-time Tony nominated musical, which inspired the star-studded motion picture, is rockin' its way back to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) for one night only, tonight, January 29, 2104 at 7:30P.

MY MOTHER'S ITALIAN, MY FATHER'S JEWISH AND I'M IN THERAPY! Set for Trinity Rep, Beg. 4/23
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2014


Philip Roger Roy & Dana Matthow present the National Touring Company of the smash-hit comedy sensation, MY MOTHER'S ITALIAN, MY FATHER'S JEWISH AND I'M IN THERAPY!, written by Steve Solomon, directed by Andy Rogow and starring Peter J. Fogel. MY MOTHER'S ITALIAN, MY FATHER'S JEWISH AND I'M IN THERAPY! plays April 23 through May 18.

ROCK OF AGES, JERSEY BOYS to Perform at NFL Tailgate Party, 2/2
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 22, 2014


Broadway will travel to New Jersey when the cast of the Tony and Grammy Award winning musical JERSEY BOYS and the cast of the electrifying musical ROCK OF AGES perform at the NFL Tailgate Party on Sunday February 2, the NFL and FOX announced today.

ROCK OF AGES to Celebrate Super Bowl with $48 Tickets, 2/1-2
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 22, 2014


ROCK OF AGES invites football fans and non-sports enthusiasts alike to celebrate "Super Sunday" at the show that has set The Strip on fire by extending an explosive $48 ticket offer for all performances on Saturday, Feb. 1 and Sunday, Feb. 2. Kick off the weekend on Saturday before the "Big Game" or celebrate your team's big win or lament their loss on Sunday at Vegas' best party, rocking out to the iconic hits of the '80s with a wine cooler in hand. Guests must use SUPER48 when ordering. Tickets can be purchased by visiting or calling The Venetian Box Office at (866) 641-7469 or (702) 414-9000, or online at www.RockofAgesVegas.com.

The Skivvies, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED & More Set for 54 Below this Week
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 20, 2014


Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, the performance venue located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond:

ROCK OF AGES to Play Wharton Center, 4/6
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 14, 2014


In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small-town girl met a big-city dreamer - and in L.A.'s most legendary rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the '80's. It's ROCK OF AGES, a hilarious, feel-good love story told through the hit songs of iconic rockers Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more. Don't miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on at Wharton Center on April 6, 2014. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 17 at 10:00 a.m. and will be available online at whartoncenter.com, at the Auto-Owners Ticket Office at Wharton Center, or by calling 1-800- WHARTON.

Tickets to ROCK OF AGES' Limited Engagement at Bank of America Theatre On Sale 1/10
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 8, 2014


Broadway In Chicago has announced that individual tickets for the smash-hit ROCK OF AGES go on-sale to the public starting this Friday, Jan. 10, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. The show returns to Chicago for a limited one-week engagement at the Bank of America Theatre (18 West Monroe) from March 11 - March 16, 2014.

Photo Flash: Adam Lambert Attends ROCK OF AGES in Las Vegas
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 27, 2013


Singer and American Idol alumni Adam Lambert attended Rock of Ages at The Venetian Las Vegas on Thursday, December 26 in order to rock out and cheer on cast member and close friend Terrance Spencer (Mayor/Ja'Keith). The two first met when they performed in WICKED together and then later, Terrance performed as a dancer on Lambert's Glam Nation tour.

Photo Flash: ROCK OF AGES Celebrates First Anniversary in Las Vegas
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 20, 2013


On Wednesday (Dec. 18, 2013) the high-octane musical ROCK OF AGES celebrated its first anniversary in Las Vegas at The Venetian Las Vegas. Following the conclusion of the performance, cast member Mark Shunock ("Lonny") addressed the full house to thank them for their support of ROCK OF AGES and then he led the cast in a celebratory shot to mark the occasion. After the performance, the company hosted a '80s themed after party at Insert Coin(s) in Downtown Las Vegas.

Photo Flash: Rikki Rockett Visits ROCK OF AGES in Las Vegas
by Molly Tracy - Nov 8, 2013


Rikki Rockett, the drummer for Poison, whose songs are performed in ROCK OF AGES saw the show on November 6th, and visited the cast afterwards.

MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Tour Premiere, Sting's LAST SHIP Pre-Broadway Tryout & More Set for Broadway In Chicago's Spring 2014 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 24, 2013


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce the upcoming 2014 spring season line-up. Supporting Broadway In Chicago's commitment to Chicagoans seeing shows first, the season features four premieres. Coming to Chicago first is the World Premiere Pre-Broadway production of THE LAST SHIP, the U.S. Tour Premiere of MOTOWN THE MUSICAL and the North American Premiere ofHEARTBEAT OF HOME, as well as the U.S. Tour Premiere of BUYER AND CELLAR as an off-season special. Also included in the season is GHOST THE MUSICAL, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, PETER & THE STARCATCHERand THE WIZARD OF OZ. The 2014 spring off-season includes: ONCE UPON A DREAM STARRING THE RASCALS, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, ALTON BROWN LIVE!, CHICAGO, ROCK OF AGES, ERTH'S DINOSAUR ZOO and MAMMA MIA!.

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