Oh, I Say! Photos - Broadway

I recently had a fascinating conversation with Abby Z, director and choreographer of RADIOACTIVE PRACTICE, about her work with the New Utility and this unique show opening Friday as part of the Fusebox Festival here in Austin.

This was a dream of an evening of opera! It vastly exceeded expectations.

WICKED comes to town this week! And even though it’s running for nearly two weeks, don’t expect to get seats for much longer, because this show is (yes, I’m going to say it, so go ahead and sing it yourself) POPular. WICKED is in fact, pushing up against THE LION KING as the highest grossing musical of all time. This stands to reason, as it is based on what is arguably the most influential film of all time, The Wizard of Oz. WICKED actually has its roots in lesser known novels also called Wicked, by author Gregory McGuire. And now, after fourteen years of various delays, the film version will finally be released later this year.

Christine Andreas brought us to the City of Light, the Champs Elysees, a Parisian Cafe’ and the streets of Pigalle and Manhattan last night with her show Paris to Broadway at 54 Below.

When a friend called me and invited me to join her for a middle school production of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS:THE MUSICAL last week, I think it fair to say it wasn’t high on this reviewer’s list of things to do on a free Saturday night.

History credits the first modern musical production to the year 1866 and a little-known work called “The Black Crook” that premiered in New York on September 12 of that year.  It was credited as the first play that added dance and original music to help tell the story.  But after seeing Palm Canyon Theatre’s newest production of “Something Rotten”, maybe the historians have it wrong.

The multi award-winning musical phenomenon SIX is reigning over Theatre Royal Brighton this Christmas. See photos of the queens below!

After four years at Broadway World Cabaret, quite a collection of photos has been amassed. These are the gasp-worthy pics.

Nothing beats standing on a stage and telling a beautiful story to a receptive audience. We love the fast paced, ever changing, unpredictable environment that is our major and our industry. However, we just want a little respect for the hustle.

What did our critic think of DRACULA: THE BLOODY TRUTH at Great Lakes Theater? The cast worked hard, the stagehands did their part with great enthusiasm, but all in all DRACULA: THE BLOODY TRUTH just didn’t live up to expectations. 

What did our critic think of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL at Orpheum Theatre?

This week I got the opportunity to speak with Eddie Noel on the phone as he wraps up the final 2 weeks of the National Tour of ON YOUR FEET! The Musical, closing in Fort Worth April 10-14th. As the interview began, I was so pleased to find such an easygoing, humble, and joyful person on the other end of the line. Gratitude for the experience of being part of this show just flowed from him- I lost track of the number of times Noel called this opportunity a blessing.

Nick Kroll and John Mulaney are bringing their Broadway hit OH, HELLO ON BROADWAY to Netflix on June 13! Check out photos and just-released trailer below!

I don't think my goal is to be a performer, rather more of a person who makes theater happen. Whether that is being an actor, a designer, a director, a patron, a donor, a supporter, an observer, or the executive director of a theater company, that's completely up to fate, really. All I want is to be a part of the progression of this art.

Broadwayworld.com interviewed Barbara Andres about her career and upcoming performance in 'I Remember Mama' at Two River Theater. Directed by Jack Cummings III, the show will be on the Red Bank stage from Saturday, June 4th to Sunday, June 26th.

NEWSIES! is leaping onto the stage at Omaha's Orpheum Theater. This high-energy musical based on historic events opens February 16 for a six day run. I spoke with Andrew Wilson, Dance Captain and Swing for NEWSIES, about his background and his experience working with the show. This is what he had to say

Minneapolis was the second US city I performed this show in, and it was also the first theatre festival I performed this show in. It's safe to say this was also the first bathtub show this theatre festival has ever had. 

Hello magical lovers of the theatre! Oh happy day of dreaming big to you! Last week was yet another glorious well-lived and fun-filled week for us here at Transcendence! 

Wow... I don't even know how to begin to wrap this week into a tiny little package of a blog entry?!? Here at Transcendence Theatre Company, we strive always to live fully in the moment with passion and purpose in order to make every moment the Best Moment EVER! This means that every day is beyond epic and sometimes a challenge to always remain completely present in order to suck every ounce of nectar out of life.

The Adrienne Arsht Center, Broadway Across America and Bank of America present I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE, running now through October 5, 2014. I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE is the brand-new hit stage show adapted from the most beloved program in television history. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast onstage below!

The Adrienne Arsht Center, Broadway Across America and Bank of America present I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE, running September 30 - October 5, 2014. I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE is the brand-new hit stage show adapted from the most beloved program in television history. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast onstage below!

There are performers out there who say they love the rehearsal period more than they do the performances. I, on the other hand, am the complete opposite.

James Rocco is the vice president of programming and producing artistic director of the Ordway Center for Performing Arts in Saint Paul, Minn. He is also the director, host and a performer in the Ordway's latest edition of BROADWAY SONGBOOK, this time, focusing on American musical theatre master, Cole Porter. I recently sat down to learn about James, the BROADWAY SONGBOOK: Cole Porter and what's next for the theatre.

You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up! a new comedy by Annabella Gurwitch and Jeff Kahn, will kick off its second national tour at Queens Theatre in Flushing Meadows Corona Park for a special engagement, November 30th-December 9th, 2012. Get a first look at stars Gabrielle Mirabella and Jonathan Van Dyke below!