THE RIVER, Starring Hugh Jackman, Closes on Broadway Today
by BWW News Desk - February 8, 2015
The River, the critically acclaimed new play by Jez Butterworth, starring Hugh Jackman, Laura Donnelly and Cush Jumbo and directed by Ian Rickson, closes today, February 8, 2015 at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre.
BWW Flashback: Broadway Says Farewell to Hugh Jackman & THE RIVER!
by BWW Special Coverage - February 8, 2015
The River, the critically acclaimed new play byJez Butterworth, starring Hugh Jackman,Laura Donnelly and Cush Jumbo and directed by Ian Rickson, will conclude its Broadway run today, February 8, 2015, at Circle in the Square Theatre (50th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). In honor of closing night, BroadwayWorld flashes back on the show's journey to Broadway below!
Hugh Jackman-Led THE RIVER Recoups on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - December 19, 2014
Producer Sonia Friedman just announced that The River, the critically acclaimed new play by Jez Butterworth, starring Hugh Jackman, Laura Donnelly and Cush Jumbo and directed by Ian Rickson, has recouped its $3.2 million capitalization as of this week. The production plays through Sunday, February 8, 2015 only, at Circle in the Square Theatre (50th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue).
Groupon Gives Back to BC/EFA on #GivingTuesday With Hugh Jackman Sweepstakes
by BWW News Desk - December 2, 2014
Groupon today announced a campaign to raise funds for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, as well as campaigns to raise funds for Kiva, DonorsChoose.org and ioby. To join in the spirit of Giving Tuesday, Groupon will match funds collected for each of these campaigns in the United States, up to $25,000 per campaign and $100,000 total. In addition, each $10 donation to the Groupon campaign for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS will automatically enter contributors into a sweepstakes* for a chance to win a trip to New York City, including VIP tickets to the new play, The River, on Broadway and a meet-and-greet after the show with the star and two-time Tony Award-winner, Hugh Jackman.
In the Spotlight Series: THE RIVER's Hugh Jackman
by Walter McBride - December 5, 2014
Jez Butterworth's The River recently opened on Broadway at Circle in the Square, starring Hugh Jackman. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos of Jackman in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!
In the Spotlight Series: THE RIVER's Ian Rickson
by Walter McBride - December 4, 2014
Jez Butterworth's The River recently opened on Broadway at Circle in the Square, starring Hugh Jackman. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos of director Ian Rickson in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!
In the Spotlight Series: THE RIVER's Laura Donnelly
by Walter McBride - December 3, 2014
Jez Butterworth's The River recently opened on Broadway at Circle in the Square, starring Hugh Jackman. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos of cast member Laura Donnelly in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!
In the Spotlight Series: THE RIVER's Cush Jumbo
by Walter McBride - December 2, 2014
Jez Butterworth's The River recently opened on Broadway at Circle in the Square, starring Hugh Jackman. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos of cast member Cush Jumbo in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!
In the Spotlight Series: THE RIVER's Jez Butterworth
by Walter McBride - December 1, 2014
Jez Butterworth's THE RIVER recently opened on Broadway at Circle in the Square, starring Hugh Jackman. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos of Butterworth in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!
Broadway's THE RIVER, Starring Hugh Jackman, Extends Into February 2015
by Tyler Peterson - November 19, 2014
The River, the critically acclaimed new play by Jez Butterworth, starring Hugh Jackman, Laura Donnelly and Cush Jumbo and directed by Ian Rickson, has been extended for an additional two weeks. The production will now play through Sunday, February 8, 2015 only, at Circle in the Square Theatre (50th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue).
TV: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of THE RIVER!
by TV - Opening Night Special - November 17, 2014
THE RIVER opened last night, Nov. 16, at Circle in the Square (50th Street between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). A new play by Jez Butterworth, The River stars Hugh Jackman, Laura Donnelly and Cush Jumbo and is directed by Ian Rickson. The production will play a strictly limited 13-week engagement through Sunday, January 25, 2015. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was on the red carpet to chat with the opening night guests before the curtain went up, and you can check out interviews with Rob Ashford, Jerry Seinfeld, Ellen Burstyn and more below!
Photo Coverage: Inside THE RIVER's Opening Night Theatre Arrivals
by Walter McBride - November 17, 2014
THE RIVER opened last night, Nov. 16, at Circle in the Square (50th Street between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). A new play by Jez Butterworth, The River stars Hugh Jackman, Laura Donnelly andCush Jumbo and is directed by Ian Rickson. The production will play a strictly limited 13-week engagement through Sunday, January 25, 2015. BroadwayWorld was on hand for all of the opening night festivities and you can check out photos from the star-studded theatre arivals below!
Photo Coverage: Hugh Jackman, Laura Donnelly and Cush Jumbo Celebrate Opening Night of THE RIVER!
by Walter McBride - November 17, 2014
THE RIVER opened last night, Nov. 16, at Circle in the Square (50th Street between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). A new play by Jez Butterworth, The River stars Hugh Jackman, Laura Donnelly and Cush Jumbo and is directed by Ian Rickson. The production will play a strictly limited 13-week engagement through Sunday, January 25, 2015. BroadwayWorld was on hand for all of the opening night festivities and you can check out photos from the after party below!
TV: Chatting with Hugh Jackman and the Company of THE RIVER on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - November 18, 2014
THE RIVER opened Sunday night, Nov. 16, at Circle in the Square (50th Street between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). A new play by Jez Butterworth, The River stars Hugh Jackman, Laura Donnelly andCush Jumbo and is directed by Ian Rickson. The production will play a strictly limited 13-week engagement through Sunday, January 25, 2015. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there for opening night and you can check out interviews with the company below!
