The original cast album of the new musical Allegiance, with music & lyrics by Jay Kuo, was recorded at MSR Studios last month. The show's stars gathered at Barnes & Noble today to celebrate the recording, and BroadwayWorld brings you performance footage from the event!
The actor/activist talks about decisions made by those who suffered internment not to pass on their stories.
George Takei, star of the new Broadway musical Allegiance, stopped by ABC's THE VIEW to explain why he believes most Americans are not aware of the story of Japanese internment camps during World War II.
The Japanese-American star wants the presidential candidate to understand what happens when the government supports racial profiling.
The popular actor and activist enjoys having his name on a vehicle that helps people take in the splendor of New York.
Popular Broadway YouTube personality Tyler Mount recently welcomed Allegiance and RENT's Telly Leung for the latest episode of his web series, THE TYLER MOUNT VLOG. Below, catch the hilarious and seasoned professional discuss his dream job outside of the entertainment industry, his favorite musical of all time, and his solo album, SONGS FOR YOU!
Midtown West Elementary School students learn of enduring what seems unbearable with patience and dignity.
George Takei has taken to YouTube to respond Donald Trump's comments on Muslim immigration, inviting the 2016 Republican Presidential hopeful to take in his new Broadway show, Allegiance. Takei captioned the video: 'Donald Trump recently said he might have supported the internment camps of WWII. I felt I had to respond, and in the best way I could.'
George Takei appeared on MSNBC's Live with Thomas Roberts to respond to Donald Trump's comments on Muslim immigration.
On the final episode of Trek to Broadway, join the company of Allegiance for all the excitement of Opening Night on Broadway. Go backstage as the cast tries to stay calm and prepare for their official debut while the fervor of celebrities and special guests arriving on the red carpet outside the Longacre Theatre. For many of those involved, opening night is a huge milestone. As their seven-year journey to the Broadway stage culminates in this night, tune in to see what happens when their dreams become a reality.
Leung celebrated the album at JOE'S PUB at The Public Theater earlier this week November 23 at 7:00 PM. Check out a clip from the performance below!
The new American musical Allegiance officially openedlast week at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street, starring Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Miserables) in her long-awaited return to Broadway, 'Star Trek' icon George Takei in his Broadway debut at age 78, and Broadway and 'Glee' star Telly Leung. Allegiance is the vibrant and unforgettable story of one family's resilience in the face of seemingly-insurmountable odds, inspired by Takei's real-life experience as a Japanese American during World War II. BroadwayWorld is taking you behind the scenes of the big night below!
How much do you know about the off-stage lives of George Takei, Lea Salonga and Telly Leung?
BroadwayWorld was on the star-studded red carpet before the curtain went up, and we checked in with Wayne Brady, Victoria Clark, Lin-Manuel Miranda and more!
Performances of the new American musical Allegiance began at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street) on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 with an official Opening Night set for Sunday, November 8, 2015. Allegiance stars Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Miserables) in her long-awaited return to Broadway joined by 'Star Trek' icon George Takei in his Broadway debut at age 78, and Broadway and 'Glee' starTelly Leung. Allegiance is the vibrant and unforgettable story of one family's resilience in the face of seemingly-insurmountable odds, inspired by Takei's real-life experience as a Japanese American during World War II.
Below, go behind-the-scenes of Broadway's Allegiance with Episode 7 of the musical's 'TREK TO BROADWAY', titled 'Put on a Happy Face,' which takes a closer look at the preview period!
Below, go behind-the-scenes of Broadway's Allegiance with Episode 6 of the musical's 'TREK TO BROADWAY', titled 'You Could Drive A Person Crazy,' which takes a closer look at the team behind the show's lights, sound, set and more as the company speeds toward tech rehearsals!
Allegiance stars George Takei and Telly Leung stopped by GOOD DAY NEW YORK today to discuss the new musical and its long journey to Broadway. Check out the interview below!
Cheering crowds greet the stars of Allegiance as they exit the theatre.
