Mark Thompson News

Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus’ Mamma Mia!, the hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center August 2012. Performances begin on Tuesday, August 21 and run through Sunday, August 26 at the Fox Cities P.A.C. (more...)

ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS stars James Corden and Jemima Rooper will appear on “The Leonard Lopate Show” this Tuesday, May 29. The interview can be heard at 12:40pm on 93.9 FM and AM 820. Bob Boyett presents the National Theatre of Great Britain’s acclaimed production of ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street). (more...)

Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus’ global hit musical MAMMA MIA! will welcome new principals Christy Altomare, Lauren Cohn, Daniel Cooney, Felicia Finley, Aaron Lazar, Graham Rowat and Zak Resnick who will join Judy McLane as “Donna Sheridan” at the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway) on Monday, June 4, 2012. (more...)

Producers Nancy Nagel Gibbs, Greg Schaffert, Eva Price and Tom Smedes announced today that Rick EliceÂ’s new play, Peter and the Starcatcher, will embark on a national tour, opening in August 2013 at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Denver, CO. The playÂ’s Tony Award-nominated directors, Roger Rees and Alex Timbers, will direct the touring production, which will be represented by The Road Company. (more...)

The London cast of One Man, Two Guvnors is led by Owain Arthur who plays lovable chancer Francis Henshall. He is joined by Jodie Prenger and Hannah Spearritt who play Dolly and Pauline respectively. Martin Barrass plays Alfie with David Benson as Gareth, Nigel Betts as Harry, Derek Elroy as Lloyd, Gerard Horan as Charlie, Daniel Ings as Alan, Ben Mansfield as Stanley and Gemma Whelan as Rachel. Check out new photos below! (more...)

After playing the role of “Tanya” for the past seven years in Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus’ smash hit musical MAMMA MIA!, Broadway favorite Judy McLane will assume the starring role of “Donna Sheridan” on Monday, June 4, 2012 at the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway). (more...)

Tune in to see ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS on “Theater Talk” this Friday, March 4. Richard Bean, Nicholas Hytner, and James Corden talk with hosts Michael Riedel and Susan Haskins about bringing ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS to Broadway. Theater Talk airs Friday, May 4 at 1:00am on Thirteen, and will be followed by airings on CUNY TV Saturday, March 24 at 8:30pm; Sunday, May 5 at 12:30pm; and Monday, May 6 at 7:30am, 1:30pm and 7:30pm. (more...)

Nominations in 26 competitive categories for THE 66th ANNUAL TONY AWARDS® were announced today by Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning actor Jim Parsons and Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress Kristin Chenoweth at the Tony Award Nominations Announcement. (more...)

Gary Milner will be joining real-life wife Sally Ann Triplett in the smash hit musical MAMMA MIA! at the Prince of Wales Theatre from 11 June 2012. Milner, who will play Sam Carmichael opposite SallyÂ’s Donna Sheridan, most recently appeared on stage playing the title role in Pericles at the RegentÂ’s Park Open Air Theatre. (more...)

Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus’ MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to Boston for a limited one week engagement. Performances begin on June 19th and run through June 24th at the Boston Opera House. MAMMA MIA! is part of the 2011-2012 Lexus Broadway In Boston Season. (more...)

The National Theatre of Great Britain's acclaimed comedy One Man, Two Guvnors opened at the Music Box Theatre on, Wednesday April 18. BroadwayWorld was on hand inside the after party to speak with the company and brings you coverage below! (more...)

Today, 20 May 2012, the National TheatreÂ’s award-winning production of One Man, Two Guvnors releases over 100, 000 new tickets for sale in the West End, taking bookings at the Theatre Royal Haymarket to 12 January 2013. Earlier this week Richard BeanÂ’s award-wining adaptation, based on Carlo GoldoniÂ’s The Servant of Two Masters, triumphed on Broadway in Nicholas HytnerÂ’s five star production. (more...)

The National Theatre of Great BritainÂ’s acclaimed comedy One Man, Two Guvnors opened at the Music Box Theatre last night, Wednesday April 18. Check out coverage of the theatre arrivals below! (more...)

The National Theatre of Great BritainÂ’s acclaimed comedy One Man, Two Guvnors opened at the Music Box Theatre last night, Wednesday April 18. BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the premiere bows and post-show celebration and brings you photo coverage below! (more...)

The National Theatre of Great BritainÂ’s acclaimed comedy One Man, Two Guvnors opens on Broadway tomorrow, Wednesday April 18 at the Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street). (more...)

One Man, Two Guvnors, held its first Broadway preview, April 6, leading up to the show's Broadway opening at the Music Box Theatre on April 18, 2012. Directed by Nicholas Hynter and with songs by Grant Olding, One Man, Two Guvnors, showcases physical comedy director is Cal McCrystal, designs by Mark Thompson, lighting by Mark Henderson, sound design by Paul Arditti, fight direction by Kate Waters and choreography by Adam Penford. Production footage has been released and BroadwayWorld brings you a first look below! (more...)

Nicholas Hytner, Richard Bean, James Corden, Oliver Chris and Jemima Rooper from the National Theatre of Great BritainÂ’s acclaimed comedy One Man, Two Guvnors will be featured on NPRÂ’s All Things Considered, tomorrow, April 18 between 4-6 PM. The official Broadway opening night is also tomorrow Wednesday, April 18th. (more...)

One Man, Two Guvnors, held its first Broadway preview, April 6, leading up to the show's Broadway opening at the Music Box Theatre on April 18, 2012. Directed by Nicholas Hynter and with songs by Grant Olding, One Man, Two Guvnors, showcases physical comedy director is Cal McCrystal, designs by Mark Thompson, lighting by Mark Henderson, sound design by Paul Arditti, fight direction by Kate Waters and choreography by Adam Penford. BroadwayWorld brings you new production shots below! (more...)

All the winners, updated as it happens. (more...)

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK: ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS crosses the pond, LYSISTRATA JONES reunites, Joel turns 80, and so much more! (more...)