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Date Of Birth:

February 26, 1916

Date Of Death:

June 24, 1987 (71)

Birth Place:

Brooklyn, NY, USA

Gender:

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Pet Shop Boys 'Axis' Currently Premiering Via Mixmag (May 14, 2013)

Cast Members from KINKY BOOTS, HAIRSPRAY and More Will Honor Jerry Mitchell with the 'Mr. Abbott' Award, 5/13 (May 9, 2013)

Il Volo to Perform at Radio City Music Hall, 9/27; Tickets on Sale 5/13 (May 6, 2013)

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Pet Shop Boys 'Axis' Currently Premiering Via Mixmag
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2013

Pet Shop Boys return in triumphant form with their new studio album 'Electric', the first to appear on their own label x2 (via Kobalt Label Services). (more...)

Cast Members from KINKY BOOTS, HAIRSPRAY and More Will Honor Jerry Mitchell with the 'Mr. Abbott' Award, 5/13
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2013

Acclaimed Tony Award winning Director/Choreographer Jerry Mitchell, whose musical Kinky Boots just received 13 Tony Award-nominations, will be honored with the 2013 'Mr. Abbott' Award for his outstanding artistry and creativity and breadth of his thirty-year career. (more...)

Il Volo to Perform at Radio City Music Hall, 9/27; Tickets on Sale 5/13
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2013

Live Nation announced today that singing sensations Il Volo will perform on the Great Stage at Radio City Music Hall on Friday, September 27th, 2013 at 8:00PM. (more...)

Il Volo to Launch North American Tour in British Columbia, 8/25
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2013

For the millions of U.S. fans who fell in love with the astonishing talent of IL VOLO following their show stopping PBS Special 'Il Volo Takes Flight,' or as special guests of Barbra Streisand's fall 2012 tour, the boys will return to North America for a series of 17 concerts. The Live Nation produced tour kicks off August 25 th at the Orpheum Theatre in Vancouver, BC and includes a stop at the famed Radio City Music Hall in New York City (see below for a complete Itinerary). (more...)

North Coast Rep Extends THE ODD COUPLE Through May 12
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2013

North Coast Repertory Theatre presents THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon, directed by Andrew Barnicle. The show runs now through May 12, 2013, after a one-week extension! (more...)

Barrington Stage Names Joshua Bergasse, Gretchen Egolf, Jeff McCarthy and John Rando Associate Artists
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2013

Barrington Stage Company (BSC), under the leadership of Julianne Boyd Artistic Director and Tristan Wilson Managing Director, announces four new Associate Artists, all who are working at Barrington Stage in 2013 - award-winning choreographer Joshua Bergasse, actors Gretchen Egolf and Jeff McCarthy, and award-winning director John Rando. (more...)

PET SHOP BOYS to Release New Album 'Electric' 7/15
by BWW News Desk - Apr 30, 2013

The album is the first Pet Shop Boys studio album to be produced by Stuart Price. Visit Stereogum for an extensive 'Progress Report' interview with the duo -- along with the debut of the new track 'Axis' (more...)

Nat Chandler Stars in Walnut Street Theatre's DINO! World Premiere, Now thru 6/23
by BWW News Desk - Apr 30, 2013

Walnut Street Theatre's 2012-2013 Independence Studio on 3 season concludes with a world premiere musical celebration of Dean Martin's life, DINO! An Evening with Dean Martin at the Latin Casino. Written by Armen Pandola and directed by Fran Prisco, the production begins with previews tonight, April 30th, opens May 2nd and continues through June 23rd in the Walnut's Independence Studio on 3. (more...)

Herman's Hermits, Starring Peter Noone, and Ides of March Set for Paramount Theatre, 5/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2013

At age 15, Peter Noone reached international fame as 'Herman,' lead singer of the legendary '60s pop band Herman's Hermits. Beloved by screaming teens thanks to Noone's good looks and big hits like I'm Into Something Good and Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Daughter, Herman's Hermits were dubbed 'the original British Invasion band' and went on to sell more than 60 million recordings, racking up seven gold albums along the way. (more...)

Portman-CMC Convention Center Plan to Retain Jackie Gleason Theater
by BWW News Desk - Apr 26, 2013

As a result of ongoing interaction and dialogue with residents and stakeholders of the Miami Beach community, Portman-CMC's evolving master plan design for the Miami Beach Convention Center District will preserve the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater. Portman-CMC has been selected by the City of Miami Beach to propose a development plan for the Miami Beach Convention Center District. (more...)

Sarah Silverman & More Set for 8th Annual 2013 South Beach Comedy Festival, Now thru 4/21
by BWW News Desk - Apr 17, 2013

South Beach Comedy Festival returns to Miami Beach today, April 17 th to Sunday, April 21 st, for another stellar comedy showcase featuring some of the world's most favorite entertainers. (more...)

North Coast Rep's THE ODD COUPLE Begins Previews Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2013

North Coast Repertory Theatre presents THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon, directed by Andrew Barnicle. The show will run in previews tonight, April 10 - 12, 2013 and continues April 13 - May 5, 2013. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Brad Garrett, Elizabeth Perkins Chat New ABC Comedy HOW TO LIVE WITH YOUR PARENTS Premiering Tonight!
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 03, 2013

Elizabeth Perkins and Brad Garrett star on the new ABC comedy HOW TO LIVE WITH YOUR PARENTS, premiering tonight Wednesday, April 3rd at 9:30/8:30c. Speaking exclusively to BWW, the two veteran comics sounded a lot more like a seasoned married couple than two actors embarking on a new sitcom comedy. (more...)

North Coast Rep to Present THE ODD COUPLE, 4/10-5/5
by BWW News Desk - Mar 26, 2013

North Coast Repertory Theatre presents THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon, directed by Andrew Barnicle. The show will run in previews April 10 - 12, 2013 and continues April 13 - May 5, 2013. (more...)

'MY MOTHER'S ITALIAN, MY FATHER'S JEWISH', LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and More Set for Bristol Riverside Theatre's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2013

Bristol Riverside Theatre announces its mainstage 2013-2014 season including two comedies, two adaptations and a one-man show. The new season features the Philadelphia area premiere of Steve Solomon in My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm STILL in Therapy, Pride and Prejudice by Jon Jory, Tuesdays with Morrie by Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom, Laughter on the 23rd Floor by Neil Simon, and Little Shop of Horrors by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman. (more...)

Nat Chandler to Star in Walnut Street Theatre's DINO! World Premiere, 4/30-6/23
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2013

Walnut Street Theatre's 2012-2013 Independence Studio on 3 season concludes with a world premiere musical celebration of Dean Martin's life, DINO! An Evening with Dean Martin at the Latin Casino. Written by Armen Pandola and directed by Fran Prisco, the production begins with previews on April 30th, opens May 2nd and continues through June 23rd in the Walnut's Independence Studio on 3. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Composer Michael Daugherty on 'Reflections On the Mississippi For Tuba and Orchestra'
by Marakay Rogers - Mar 20, 2013

Noted modern composer Michael Daugherty explains why the tuba is the centerpiece of his new work focusing on his childhood memories, and what to expect from the piece (more...)

IL VOLO to Tape PBS Specials at Fillmore Miami Beach
by BWW News Desk - Mar 15, 2013

Due to the extraordinary success of the Italian teenage tenors' debut PBS Special “Il Volo Takes Flight,” Live From The Detroit Opera House last year, the trio will shoot two more specials for PBS - “We Are Love” & “Buon Natale.” (more...)

Dancers Over 40 TAP! The Tapping Continues - Honoring the Rockettes and the June Taylor Dancers
by Mary Callahan - Mar 08, 2013

Dancers Over 40 is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that celebrates the lives and legacies of dancers and choreographers. 'DO40 was created as a not-for-profit organization to provide a community of support in response to the fiscal - as well as physical - needs of mature dancers, choreographers and related artists. Its goals are to seek educational opportunities, present seminars, showcases, film nights, socials and panel discussions on topics important to mature dancers concerned about their ability to live and work in a creative environment and continue the legacy to those dancers about to begin their journey.' On March 4th DO40 hosted 'TAP! The Tapping Continues' at New York City's St. Luke's Theatre. The evening honored the toe-tapping legacies: the Radio City Rockettes and June Taylor Dancers. (more...)

Dancers Over 40 Presents TAP! Part Two! Honoring the Rockettes & June Taylor Dancers Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 04, 2013

TAP!, Part Two! continues Dancers Over 40's examination of the art form that America loves. For those watching TV in the mid 50's, 60's and 70's, choreographer June Taylor was the lady with the precision dance team seen on the Ed Sullivan and Jackie Gleason shows on a weekly basis. (more...)

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