Alex Ko News
Photo Flash: Inside Alex Ko's Broadway Book Signing!
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2013
Alex Ko: From Iowa to Broadway, My Billy Elliot Story, the celebrated debut novel by Alex Ko that was endorsed by Sir Elton John, was released last week from HarperCollins Children's Books. The hardcover novel (and e-book edition) is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and wherever books are sold.
To kick off a general public release of the memoir, Barnes and Noble (corner of 82nd Street and Broadway, NYC) just hosted a Q&A and book signing with Alex Ko on May 9. The event will also benefit The Calhoun School. Moderating the Q&A was Stephen Daldry, the Tony Award winning Director of Billy Elliot the Musical. Check out photos from the event below! (more...)
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VIDEO: New Trailer for Stephen King's UNDER THE DOME on CBS
by TV News Desk - May 07, 2013
Below, check out an all-new trailer for CBS's UNDER THE DOME, an upcoming mini-series based on the novel by Stephen King. The 13-part series stars Chad Vogel, DEAN NORRIS, Jolene Purdy, Nicholas Strong, Britt Robertson, Aisha Hinds, Alex Koch, Natalie Martinez and Colin Ford and premieres on CBS on June 24th. (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Incubator Arts Project's LOVE MACHINE
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2013
What do a small town girl flirting with a satellite, a robot giving a lecture about transhumanism, and a man uploading his consciousness into the digital ether all have in common? Love. Love Machine is created to reflect the current trend of the way humans have come to rely on technology. Below, BroadwayWorld has a first look at the piece, debuting at Incubator Arts Project on May 10! (more...)
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Alex Ko Shares Memoir 'FROM IOWA TO BROADWAY' with Rosie's Theater Kids
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2013
Since 2007, Alex Ko, who performed in the title role of Billy in Billy Elliot the Musical on Broadway, has been involved in various charities. His most recent work has been serving as the spokesperson for Broadway Kids Care, founded by Lou and Kelly Gonda. Broadway Kids Care is an organization to bring together children from current and past Broadway shows while allowing them the opportunity to perform community service. After leaving the title role in Billy Elliot, Alex began to write his inspirational story and has just released his book, Alex Ko: From Iowa to Broadway, My Billy Elliot Story through HarperCollins. (more...)
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Cafe Ballou Announces Cafe Cabaret Series
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2013
Cafe Cabaret is an eclectic variety/cabaret show with a rotating cast of performers. With a new cast every month, the show is always fresh. From poignant to funny, mirth to disaster it all happens at Cafe Ballou, every third Friday of every month. Cafe Ballou is located @ 939 N Western. The show begins @ 7pm. (more...)
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Alex Ko Releases FROM IOWA TO BROADWAY, MY BILLY ELLIOT STORY
by BWW News Desk - Apr 30, 2013
From sixteen-year-old Broadway star Alex Ko comes Alex Ko: FROM IOWA TO BROADWAY, MY BILLY ELLIOT STORY (9780062236012; on-sale: 4/30/2013; Ages: 8 - 12; $16.99), described as a powerful memoir about perseverance, determination, and following your dream, no matter how big or small it is. (more...)
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VIDEO: New Promo for Stephen King's UNDER THE DOME Coming to CBS
by TV News Desk - Apr 17, 2013
Below, check out an all-new promo for CBS's UNDER THE DOME, an upcoming mini-series based on the novel by Stephen King. The 13-part series stars Chad Vogel, DEAN NORRIS, Jolene Purdy, Nicholas Strong, Britt Robertson, Aisha Hinds, Alex Koch, Natalie Martinez and Colin Ford and premieres on CBS on June 24th. (more...)
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Photo Flash: The 2013 Chicago Fringe Festival Announces Design
by BWW News Desk - Apr 15, 2013
Vinnie Lacey, executive director of the Chicago Fringe Festival has announced the 2013 design contest winner is Alex Kostiw of Chicago. The design will appear on all marketing and promotional materials for the 2013 Chicago Fringe Festival, August 29 - September 8. The fourth annual Chicago Fringe Festival takes place at various locations throughout Jefferson Park, a new neighborhood location in Fringe's history. The Fringe also recently held their lottery for theatre companies and individuals to be included in the 2013 Festival, a complete schedule of performances and locations will be announced in July. For more information about the 2013 Chicago Fringe Festival go to chicagofringe.org. (more...)
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BWW Reviews: Orlando Shakespeare's TITUS ANDRONICUS is a Bloody Good Time
by Kimberly Moy - Apr 11, 2013
At first impression the show seems gratuitously violent, but apparently revenge killings were a way of life during Shakespeare's time. Despite the blood and gore, TITUS ANDRONICUS became Shakespeare's most popular play. It is not recommended for the squeamish as buckets of stage blood is thrown about the stage along with chopped off body parts. (more...)
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Vice President Joe Biden to Talk Gun Control on MSNBC's MORNING JOE, 4/11
by TV News Desk - Apr 05, 2013
Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski of MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' will sit down with Vice President Joe Biden for an exclusive roundtable discussion on gun safety. The discussion will air on 'Morning Joe' Thursday, April 11. For this candid and open conversation, they will be joined by key people who have a stake in this national dialogue currently underway on the important issue of reducing gun violence. (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Steppenwolf Theatre's HOW LONG WILL I CRY?
by BWW News Desk - Mar 05, 2013
Next on stage as part of the Steppenwolf for Young Adults' (SYA) season is the world premiere of How Long Will I Cry?: Voices of Youth Violence by Miles Harvey. How Long Will I Cry? is directed by Edward Torres as part of the citywide, season-long Now Is The Timeinitiative with Chicago Public Library and other local cultural organizations. Public performances of How Long Will I Cry? are March 2, 4, 9, 18 and 23 in Steppenwolf's Upstairs Theatre (1650 N Halsted St). How Long Will I Cry? also tours select Chicago Public Library branches and partner locations, March 11 - 16, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production in the photos below! (more...)
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Steppenwolf's HOW LONG WILL I CRY? Opens Today
by BWW
News Desk - Feb 25, 2013
Next on stage as part of the Steppenwolf for Young Adults' (SYA) season is the world premiere of How Long Will I Cry?: Voices of Youth Violence by Miles Harvey. How Long Will I Cry? is directed by Edward Torres as part of the citywide, season-long Now Is The Time initiative with Chicago Public Library and other local cultural organizations. Public performances of How Long Will I Cry? are March 2, 4, 9, 18 and 23 in Steppenwolf's Upstairs Theatre (1650 N Halsted St); the press performance is on March 4 at 7:30pm; tickets for public performances are available through Audience Services (1650 N Halsted St), 312-335-1650 and steppenwolf.org. School performances are Today - Friday at 10am and are on sale now through SYA Education Assistant Lauren Sivak at 312-654-5643. (more...)
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Steppenwolf's HOW LONG WILL I CRY? Begins 2/26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2013
Next on stage as part of the Steppenwolf for Young Adults' (SYA) season is the world premiere of How Long Will I Cry?: Voices of Youth Violence by Miles Harvey. How Long Will I Cry? is directed by Edward Torres as part of the citywide, season-long Now Is The Time initiative with Chicago Public Library and other local cultural organizations. Public performances of How Long Will I Cry? are March 2, 4, 9, 18 and 23 in Steppenwolf's Upstairs Theatre (1650 N Halsted St); the press performance is on March 4 at 7:30pm; tickets for public performances are available through Audience Services (1650 N Halsted St), 312-335-1650 and steppenwolf.org. School performances are Tuesday - Friday at 10am and are on sale now through SYA Education Assistant Lauren Sivak at 312-654-5643. (more...)
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Steppenwolf's HOW LONG WILL I CRY? Opens 2/26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 15, 2013
Next on stage as part of the Steppenwolf for Young Adults' (SYA) season is the world premiere of How Long Will I Cry?: Voices of Youth Violence by Miles Harvey. How Long Will I Cry? is directed by Edward Torres as part of the citywide, season-long Now Is The Time initiative with Chicago Public Library and other local cultural organizations. Public performances of How Long Will I Cry? are March 2, 4, 9, 18 and 23 in Steppenwolf's Upstairs Theatre (1650 N Halsted St); the press performance is on March 4 at 7:30pm; tickets for public performances are available through Audience Services (1650 N Halsted St), 312-335-1650 and steppenwolf.org. School performances are Tuesday - Friday at 10am and are on sale now through SYA Education Assistant Lauren Sivak at 312-654-5643. (more...)
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TITUS ANDRONICUS Comes to Orlando Shakes
by BWW News Desk - Feb 15, 2013
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF is pleased to bring William Shakespeare's Titus Andronicus to Central Florida audiences. Directed by Orlando Shakes Artistic Director Jim Helsinger, Titus Andronicus opens March 29 and runs through April 28, 2013 at the Lowndes Shakespeare Center. Tickets, priced at $17-$40, are on sale now at (407) 447-1700 or http://orlandoshakes.org. (more...)
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Steppenwolf Opens HOW LONG WILL I CRY?: VOICES OF YOUTH VIOLENCE, 2/26
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2013
Next on stage as part of the Steppenwolf for Young Adults' (SYA) season is the world premiere of How Long Will I Cry?: Voices of Youth Violence by Miles Harvey. How Long Will I Cry? is directed by Edward Torres as part of the citywide, season-long Now Is The Time initiative with Chicago Public Library and other local cultural organizations. Public performances of How Long Will I Cry? are March 2, 4, 9, 18 and 23 in Steppenwolf's Upstairs Theatre (1650 N Halsted St); the press performance is on March 4 at 7:30pm; tickets for public performances are available through Audience Services (1650 N Halsted St), 312-335-1650 and steppenwolf.org. School performances are Tuesday - Friday at 10am and are on sale now through SYA Education Assistant Lauren Sivak at 312-654-5643. (more...)
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