My Shows
News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

The Wizard of Oz - 1999 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Theatre at Madison Square Garden
22 E. 27th St. (Madison Ave.) New York, Ne

The Wizard of Oz - 1999 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 12

Jen Cody, Hunter Foster, Josh Grisetti, Ann Harada, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Julia Murney, Ken Page and More Headed to The Muny's 98th Season
by BWW News Desk - Apr 13, 2016


BroadwayWorld is excited to report that The Muny has announced a star-stuffed first round of principal cast members for its spectacular 98th season!

Pacific Symphony Releases Schedule for Upcoming Pops! Season
by Matt Smith - Apr 12, 2016


Orange County, Calif.—April 11, 2016—The stars come out for seven sensational concerts showcasing major names, top talent and a plethora of indelible music for Pacific Symphony's 2016-17 Pops season! Led for the 26th year by acclaimed Principal Pops Conductor Richard Kaufman, the lighter side of the Symphony opens with the return of multiple Grammy Award-winner Amy Grant. Then, sit back and enjoy some good-natured hilarity when the hit movie “Home Alone” returns to the screen with the Symphony performing the score live! For the holidays, share the spirit of the season with The Ten Tenors, and spend Valentine's Day weekend with Michael Bolton. Get an early jump on summer with The Beach Boys, before being treated to the unique humor and talent of Jason Alexander, best known for his role in “Seinfeld.” Finally, a tribute to the legend responsible for so many unforgettable movie tunes—John Williams—finishes out this incredible season.

HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES, PIRATES OF PENZANCE and More Set for Lakewood Playhouse's 78th Season
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2016


The Lakewood Playhouse is proud to announce its 78th season of shows! It's a season filled with laughter, mystery, literature, and stories that touch the heart. This year includes five premieres that have never been seen at the Lakewood Playhouse.

Breaking News: Up, Up and Away! Norman, Thielen & Mahler's OCTOBER SKY Musical to Launch at The Old Globe This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2016


The Old Globe's 2016-2017 Season will blast off with a tale of boys, rockets, and big dreams: the West Coast premiere of OCTOBER SKY.

Congressional Chorus to Present TINSELTOWN: A HOLLYWOOD CABARET
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2016


Put on your swankiest outfit, grab a cocktail and join us for a glamorous evening of entertainment as our 85 singers and dancers and a hot seven-­piece band recreate some of the most memorable musical moments from the silver screen.

Exclusive Breaking News: Destiny's Child's Michelle Williams Will Lead AIDA at the MUNY
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 3, 2016


Multiple Grammy® Award-wining artist, Michelle Williams, of the internationally renowned recording group, Destiny's Child, will star in the title role of The Muny's 2016 production of Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida, August 8 - 14. The Muny's production of Aida is directed by Matt Lenz and choreographed by John Rua with music direction by Andrew Graham.

Congressional Chorus to Present TINSELTOWN: A HOLLYWOOD CABARET
by BWW News Desk - Mar 1, 2016


Put on your swankiest outfit, grab a cocktail and join us for a glamorous evening of entertainment as our 85 singers and dancers and a hot seven-­piece band recreate some of the most memorable musical moments from the silver screen.

Michael Crawford to Reprise Comedy Hit SOME MOTHERS DO 'AVE 'EM for Special
by Robert Diamond - Feb 17, 2016


Tonight, the BBC has announced that the star will also reprise his television role of 'Frank Spencer', opposite Michele Dotrice for a one-off TV special on March 18th. Dotrice was also recently seen on the stage in THE LADYKILLERS.

Spend A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS with Hollywood Concert Orchestra at Wharton Center
by BWW News Desk - Feb 10, 2016


Be transported into the lush landscape of modern cinema with the awe-inspiring HOLLYWOOD CONCERT ORCHESTRA. Part of Wharton Center's Classics Series, the performance will be featured on Monday, September 28, 2015, in the Cobb Great Hall.

Breaking News: Michael Crawford to Return to the West End in New THE GO-BETWEEN Musical
by Robert Diamond - Feb 4, 2016


Michael Crawford, the legendary star of stage and screen will return to the London Stage in a new musical, based on the famed novel THE GO-BETWEEN. According to Baz Bamigboye of the UK Daily Mail, the production will begin performances on May 27th at the Apollo Theatre in London's West End.

Theatre Nova to Launch Second Season with Lee Blessing's CHESAPEAKE
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2016


Theatre Nova, an Ann Arbor company that focuses exclusively on new and recent plays, will launch its second season with Lee Blessing's CHESAPEAKE, a one-man show that reunites the dynamic team from last year's smash 'Buyer & Cellar' - actor Sebastian Gerstner ('The Wizard of Oz' and 'Into the Woods' at Encore Musical Theatre, 'Venus in Fur' and 'The Glass Menagerie' at Performance Network) and director Daniel C. Walker ('Bright Half Life' and 'Buyer & Cellar' at Theatre Nova).

Madlab Hosts FFN's Date Night 2016 Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2016


MadLab's resident improv troupe is back once again to share your story of love by making it up in hilarious, unpredictable fashion in FFN's Date Night 2016.

Michael Crawford to Be Honored with Visual Comedy Legend Award 8 April; Plus Career Conversation
by Robert Diamond - Feb 2, 2016


Michael Crawford, the legendary star of stage and screen will be honored on April 8, 2016 by the Slapstick Festival for his comedy work, at an event with tickets now on sale.

BWW Review: KRISTIN CHENOWETH Wows in Strathmore Debut
by Jennifer Perry - Jan 30, 2016


Whether belting out musical hits, showcasing her classically trained coloratura soprano, or taking on songs with a country sort of flair, the versatile performer had the audience in the palm of her hands and for good reason.

Theatre Nova to Launch Second Season with Lee Blessing's CHESAPEAKE
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2016


Theatre Nova, an Ann Arbor company that focuses exclusively on new and recent plays, will launch its second season with Lee Blessing's CHESAPEAKE, a one-man show that reunites the dynamic team from last year's smash 'Buyer & Cellar' - actor Sebastian Gerstner ('The Wizard of Oz' and 'Into the Woods' at Encore Musical Theatre, 'Venus in Fur' and 'The Glass Menagerie' at Performance Network) and director Daniel C. Walker ('Bright Half Life' and 'Buyer & Cellar' at Theatre Nova).

Ann Arbor's Theatre Nova Sets 2016 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 18, 2016


Theatre Nova, Ann Arbor's professional playwrights' theater, is thrilled to announce its 2016 Season of Michigan and World Premieres in The Yellow Barn performance space at 416 West Huron, in downtown Ann Arbor. The season is made up of four World Premieres and three Michigan Premieres, and features another season of fun, funny, thought-provoking, and innovative new plays sourced both from around the country and right here in Michigan.

Madlab to Host FFN's Date Night 2016 This February
by BWW News Desk - Dec 18, 2015


MadLab's resident improv troupe is back once again to share your story of love by making it up in hilarious, unpredictable fashion in FFN's Date Night 2016.

Ronnie Spector Comes to The Orleans Showroom This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Dec 19, 2015


Ronnie Spector, the former legendary lead singer of the all-girl R&B group the Ronettes, will bring her Christmas-themed show to The Orleans Showroom this weekend, Dec. 19-20.

Ronnie Spector Coming to to The Orleans Showroom, 12/19-20
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 18, 2015


? Ronnie Spector, the former legendary lead singer of the all-girl R&B group the Ronettes, will bring her Christmas-themed show to The Orleans Showroom Dec. 19-20.

J. Bernard Calloway Stars in DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS, Opening Tonight at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2015


The Old Globe's 18th annual production of DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS, starring J. Bernard Calloway in the title role, opens tonight, November 12, 2015 and will run through December 26th.

J. Bernard Calloway to Star in DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at The Old Globe; Cast, Creatives Set!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 14, 2015


BroadwayWorld can officially report the complete cast and creative team for The Old Globe's 18th annual production of DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS, starring J. Bernard Calloway in the title role!

Tony Winner Sara Ramirez Producing New Film Starring Matt McGorry & Darby Stanchfield
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 23, 2015


jes films (lead by producers Jodi Schoenbrun Carter and Evie Whiting) and 1022m announced today that Sara Ramirez, the Tony Award-winning star of 'Grey's Anatomy,' has joined the producing team of the new feature film Loserville.

Theatre School at DePaul University's 2015-16 Season to Feature 'JOE TURNER,' GOD'S EAR & More
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 13, 2015


 The Theatre School at DePaul University's 2015-2016 season features two world premiere productions, reimagined classics, contemporary pieces, and engaging entertainment for the whole family.  Productions for the general public will continue for the third full season at The Theatre School's award-winning new facility in Lincoln Park, and Chicago Playworks for Families and Young Audiences will continue to welcome young people and their families to the historic Merle Reskin Theatre in the South Loop.

Musical Theatre West's SINGIN' IN THE RAIN Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2015


Musical Theatre West (MTW) is Singin' in the Rain runs tonight, July 10, through July 26 at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center. Featuring all of the beloved songs, splashy dance numbers, and comedic antics, this two-time Tony nominated musical delivers the best of the beloved film, live on stage.

Musical Theatre West's SINGIN' IN THE RAIN Opens This Friday
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2015


Musical Theatre West (MTW) is Singin' in the Rain runs July 10-26 at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center.  Featuring all of the beloved songs, splashy dance numbers, and comedic antics, this two-time Tony nominated musical delivers the best of the beloved film, live on stage. 

Videos