Elton John News
Date Of Birth:
March 25, 1947 (66)
Birth Place:
ENGLAND
Gender:
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InDepth InterView: Carolee Carmello Talks NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS, Plus SCANDALOUS, SMASH, TUCK EVERLASTING & More
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 15, 2013
Today we are talking to an exceptionally accomplished actress known for her many leading and featured roles in a number of illustrious musical theatre properties - among them, part of the original Broadway casts of FALSETTOS, CITY OF ANGELS, PARADE, LESTAT, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, SCANDALOUS and many more - the gifted and genuine Carolee Carmello. Discussing many aspects of originating roles in those aforementioned shows as well as her replacement gigs in everything from KISS ME, KATE to SISTER ACT and MAMMA MIA!, Carmello sheds some light on her process in bringing such a striking series of characters to life onstage eight times a week, including creating roles Off-Broadway in ELEGIES, HELLO AGAIN and JOHN & JEN. Additionally, Carmello shares stories from the set of NBC's musical drama series SMASH as well as comments on other potential roles she would like to pursue someday. Most importantly, Carmello previews her highly anticipated performance at this Monday night's NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS and comments upon her affection for the iconic Ms. Garland. Plus, Carmello shares behind-the-scenes stories involving many of her notable collaborators and inspirations such as William Finn, Stephen Sondheim, Kathie Lee Gifford and she also expresses enthusiasm for her upcoming turn in the new musical TUCK EVERLASTING, set to premiere later this season. All of that, early Broadway and touring memories from CHESS, LES MISERABLES, CITY OF ANGELS, observations on the newly-released SCANDALOUS cast recording and much, much more in this career-spanning conversation. (more...)
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VIDEO: Matthew Morrison Performs on THE VIEW
by TV News Desk - Jun 11, 2013
Matthew Morrison stopped by ABC's THE VIEW last week to talk about his getting his career break on Broadway, his new album, and collaborating with Smokey Robinson. He then performed 'Come Rain or Come Shine' from his new album, 'Where It All Began.' Check out the appearance below! (more...)
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Heidi Blickenstaff, Ashley Brown & More Set for BROADWAY AND BEYOND at Disney Expo, 8/9
by BWW News Desk - Jun 11, 2013
D23: The Official Disney Fan Club has just announced a special theatrical performance,Broadway and Beyond. Thomas Schumacher, president and producer, Disney Theatrical Productions will host a musical journey into Disney's history on Broadway and beyond at the D23 Expo: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The performance features an all-star line-up, including Heidi Blickenstaff (THE LITTLE MERMAID), Ashley Brown (MARY POPPINS and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST), Merle Dandridge (TARZAN and AIDA), Josh Strickland (TARZAN) and Alton Fitzgerald White (THE LION KING), who sing beloved songs from the award-winning musicals they starred in as well as classic tunes from the Disney on Broadway catalogue. (more...)
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Judy Kuhn, Bruce Vilanch & More Set for 54 Below this Week
by BWW News Desk - Jun 10, 2013
Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, the performance venue located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. 54 Below also launched its series of late night events. Joining Tuesday nights' popular 'Backstage' with Susie Mosheris the '54 Piano Bar,' a new vocal competition - 'The Callback,' and more: (more...)
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BWW Reviews: Matthew Morrison's Voice Soars Covering Classic Broadway Tunes in WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
by Brittany Goldfield Rodrigues - Jun 07, 2013
Glee's Matthew Morrison's voice is so smooth - it's like butter. His debut album was full of iconic songs by seasoned musicians like Elton John and Sting, but his spanking new sophomore album is packed with covers of classic Broadway show tunes. Morrison has appeared in Broadway shows like South Pacific and light at the Piazza, so the title of his new album Where It All Began is very approrpiate - because Broadway really is where he began. (more...)
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Leon Knoles Named Director For THE ARSENIO HALL SHOW
by TV News Desk - Jun 07, 2013
Versatile television director Leon Knoles will serve as director for CBS Television Distribution's syndicated late-night talk show THE ARSENIO HALL SHOW, it was announced today by Executive Producers Arsenio Hall, John Ferriter and Neal Kendall. (more...)
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Diane Birch, Henry Butler & More Set for Summer Residencies at Joe's Pub
by BWW News Desk - Jun 07, 2013
Joe's Pub at The Public is proud to welcome seven different artist residencies this summer including sultry pop songstress DIANE BIRCH, New Orleans piano virtuoso HENRY BUTLER, performance artist JOHN KELLY, swinging jazz band THE HOT SARDINES, airhostess/comedienne PAM ANN, and more. Like its NEW YORK VOICES commissioning program, these residencies are a central part of the venue's commitment to artist development and to providing space for new work. Last year Joe's Pub hosted 15 artist residencies and it's on track to reach that number again. Get to know more about the artists making a home at Joe's Pub: (more...)
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Sharon Clark to Play the Metropolitan Room, 6/9-22
by BWW News Desk - Jun 07, 2013
Sharon Clark's 'Then . . . and Again' will play the Metropolitan Room for a slew of performances this month, beginning this Sunday, June 9. Performances are also set for Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat. June 19 - 22 at 7 p.m. (more...)
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THE LION KING Begins 5-Week Run at Tulsa Performing Arts Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 06, 2013
The Tulsa return of Disney's THE LION KING opens tonight, Thursday, June 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center for a limited engagement of five weeks through Sunday, July 7. In Tulsa, THE LION KING will play Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday* evenings at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 p.m., Saturday matinees at 2:00 p.m., Sunday matinees at 1:00 p.m. and Sunday evenings at 6:30 p.m. with additional performances on Monday, July 1 at 7:30 p.m. and Friday, July 5 at 1:00 p.m. *There will be no performances on Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. "Thus far sales have been strong, but there are still great seats available" said Ed Payton, Chief Executive Officer, Celebrity Attractions. The show's six-week premiere engagement in 2006 played a sold-out run at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. (more...)
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FLASH SPECIAL: A SWAN LAKE Celebration
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 06, 2013
Today we are highlighting even more clips from a flight of fancy celebrated for over 150 years - Tchaikovsky's classic SWAN LAKE, arriving this Thursday in 3D! (more...)
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Starvox Entertainment Ranks No. 45 on the 2013 PROFIT 500
by BWW News Desk - Jun 05, 2013
This week, Starvox Entertainment was announced as No. 45 on the 25th annual PROFIT 500, the definitive ranking of Canada's Fastest-Growing Companies. Published in the summer issue of PROFIT Magazine and online at PROFITguide.com, the PROFIT 500 ranks Canadian businesses by their revenue growth over five years. (more...)
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Cover Art Revealed for Sting's THE LAST SHIP Album
by BWW News Desk - Jun 05, 2013
Cherrytree/Interscope/A&M Records is pleased to announce a new album of original material from Sting, entitled THE LAST SHIP, scheduled for release on September 24, 2013 (internationally on September 23, 2013). (more...)
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