Hottest Articles on BWW from Saturday, Nov. 21

1) STAGE TUBE: GLEE - 'Hairography' Sneak Peek

The upcoming GLEE episode "Hairography" airs Wednesday, Nov. 25th (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. You can watch a sneak peek of the hit show right here on BWW! The episode features a guest appearance by R&B/Rap artist and actress Eve. (more...)

2) Next Up for NINE's Rob Marshall? Pirates of the Caribbean 4!

Reported first on BroadwayWorld.com back in late July, and now confirmed by Marshall that a deal is "very close to happening" is word that Rob Marshall is expected to take over Disney's lucrative Pirates of the Caribbean film franchise with a forth film that's aiming for summer 2011 release. (more...)

3) BWW TV: Broadway Beat - Bernadette Peters in Concert, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and More!

The all new 20th Anniversary Season of Broadway Beat has begun! This week catch up with the recent production of The Neil Simon Plays, meet the starry cast of the upcoming A Little Night Music and celebrate the magic of Broadway favorite Bernadette Peters as she wows the crowd at the Minskoff. (more...)

4) STAGE TUBE: West End's LEGALLY BLONDE - Children In Need Performance

College sweetheart and homecoming queen Elle Woods doesn't take no for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone serious, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and heads for Harvard Law! Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style. (more...)

5) BWW TV: Jason Robert Brown on 13 - Why it Was Written

In this clip, made available to BroadwayWorld.com, Jason Robert Brown discusses 13 and why it was written. (more...)

6) Photo Coverage: RAGTIME's Return: Opening Night - The Gypsy Robe Ceremony!

The colorful Gypsy Robe, embellished with mementos from Broadway musicals, is presented to the cast member who has the most Broadway chorus credits. Recent Gypsy Robe honoree, FINIAN'S RAINBOW's Lisa Gajda passed the special Broadway garment on to Michael X. Martin backstage at the Neil Simon before the opening night performance and we were there too! (more...)

7) Photo Coverage: New York Pops Celebrate Johnny Mercer

Legendary composer and lyricist Johnny Mercer's tremendous musical accomplishments were celebrated by the New York Pops, along with some very special guests, in a concert on November 20 at Carnegie Hall. Joining the New York Pops were Tony Award nominee Anne Hampton Callaway, James T. Lane, N'Kenge, and the Camp Broadway Kids. (more...)

8) BWW TV: THE LAST SONG - Official Trailer

Based on best-selling novelist Nicholas Sparks' ("A Walk to Remember," "The Notebook") latest novel, THE LAST SONG is set in a small Southern beach town where an estranged father gets a chance to spend the summer with his reluctant teenaged daughter, who'd rather be home in New York. He tries to reconnect with her through the only thing they have in common-music-in a story of family, friendship, secrets and salvation, along with first loves and second chances. The film is directed by Julie Anne Robinson from a screenplay by Sparks & Jeff Van Wie. (more...)

9) Addams Family Accent is 'Somewhere between Antonio Banderas and Billy Crystal doing Fernando Lamas' Says Lane

The new musical THE ADDAMS FAMILY, based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, is making its pre-Broadway world premiere in Chicago. Preview performances in Chicago began, Friday, November 13, 2009 at the Ford Center for the Performing Arts, Oriental Theatre (24 W. Randolph St.) and will play through Sunday, January 10, 2010. THE ADDAMS FAMILY will open on Broadway Thursday, April 8, 2010 at The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. (more...)

10) STAGE TUBE: Nicole Kidman Talks NINE on The Tonight Show

Nicole Kidman appeared on The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien to talk about NINE in two segments. (more...)

11) Odyssey Theatre's THE RECEPTIONIST, Starring Megan Mullally, Extends Through Nov. 21

Odyssey Theatre's production of Adam Bock's The Receptionist, starring Emmy-winning actress and singer Megan Mullally, has announced an extension of its run. The production, which began previews August 5 and officially opened August 15, was originally scheduled to close September 20. The show will now close November 21. (more...)

12) 6th Annual ACTORCRAFTS! Showcases Homemade Goods of Bway Stars 11/21

Members of the companies of Broadway shows including MARY POPPINS, THE LION KING, PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and others will have the opportunity to show off their hidden, behind-the-scenes talents when their handiwork is featured in the 6th annual "ActorCrafts" fair on Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Holy Cross School (332 West 43 Street) in Manhattan. (more...)

13) BWW TV: John Tartaglia's IMAGINOCEAN! Video Blogs - Meet the Cast!

John Tartaglia, Philip Katz of Broadway Theatrical and veteran musical theatre performer, Michael Shawn Lewis have teamed up to bring this innovative black light musical production to life on the high seas. BWW TV is excited to bring you John's IMAGINOCEAN! journey via his personal video blogs. In this segment John introduces us to the IMAGINOCEAN! cast. Get set to enjoy the "ride" and venture on this very creative trip! Stay Tuned for many more videos right here on BWW TV! (more...)

14) BWW Reader Feedback - 11/21/09

BWW Reader Feedback for 11/21/09. (more...)

15) Photo Coverage: NY Pops Celebrate Johnny Mercer - In Rehearsal

Legendary composer and lyricist Johnny Mercer's tremendous musical accomplishments were celebrated by the New York Pops, along with some very special guests, in a concert on November 20 at Carnegie Hall. Joining the New York Pops were Tony Award nominee Ann Hampton Callaway, James T. Lane, N'Kenge, and the Camp Broadway Kids. (more...)

16) STAGE TUBE: WONDERLAND - Through the Looking-Glass: Susan Hilferty

The Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center presents the world premiere of the new musical Wonderland: Alice's New Musical Adventure in Ferguson Hall as part of the 2009-2010 Bank of America Best of Broadway Tampa Bay series. Performances are scheduled Nov. 24, 2009 through Jan. 3, 2010. (more...)

17) The Cabaret Chronicles: Coming Up This Week - Klea Blackhurst, Hilary Kole and More!

Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column takes a look at some terrific upcoming shows including Klea Blackhurst at the Snapple Theater Center, Hilary Kole at Bemelmans Bar, and Andrea Marcovicci at the Oak Room. (more...)

18) PANTO SEASON: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Takes The Stage At The Lyric Hammersmith November 21-January 9 2010

Fee-fi-fo-fun - Classic Panto for everyone! Artistic Director Sean Holmes brings classic pantomime back to the Lyric Hammersmith for a glitter-filled festive feast that immerses audiences in one of the country's best-loved art forms. Directed by Steve Marmion, Jack and the Beanstalk starts previewing from 21 November 2009 and plays until 09 January 2010. (more...)

19) Playwrights Horizons Extends CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION Thru 11/21

Playwrights Horizons (Tim Sanford, Artistic Director; Leslie Marcus, Managing Director) has announced a two-week extension for the World Premiere of CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION, a new play by Annie Baker ("An original voice" - Daily News; "A playwright to know" - Newsday) that has just opened to across-the-board rave reviews. Directed by Sam Gold ("A magic-fingered director" - Variety; "An uncommonly observant eye and ear" - New York Times), the production opened Tuesday, October 13. Originally set to run through Sunday, November 1, the limited engagement will now play through Sunday, November 22 at Playwrights Horizons' Peter Jay Sharp Theater (416 West 42nd Street). (more...)

20) Scott Nevins Birthday Suit: NYC Gay Mens Chorus Benefit 11/22, $25 Discount Tix Available

Award-winning TV/Radio personality Scott Nevins returns to NYC for a special One Night Only performance of his critically acclaimed one man comedy show! "Scott Nevins – Birthday Suit: A Benefit for the NYC Gay Mens Chorus" is Sunday November 22 at 7:00pm at the Julia Miles Theatre (424 West 55th Street). (more...)