'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for February 6th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Feb 06, 2013
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. It's the Midwinter Round-Up! We've got 'Peter Pan,' the Marriott's Lloyd Webber revue, the Mercury's R&H revue, Porchlight's 'Lady Day,' the Writers' 'Sweet Charity,' Heidi Kettenring in concert, 'Sunset Boulevard' and more! (more...)
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STAGE TUBE: Opening Night Interviews at Mercury Theater's A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING
by Stage Tube - Feb 05, 2013
The Mercury Theater, 3745 N. Southport, begins its highly anticipated 2013 season with the exhilarating Broadway musical revue A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING, now through March 10, 2013. The Tony Award-nominated musical showcases Richard Rodgers' timeless music and the incomparable lyrics of Oscar Hammerstein. A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING is directed and choreographed by multiple Jeff Award winner Kevin Bellie, who previously served as Artistic Director at Circle Theatre. Click below to watch interviews with the cast and creative team on opening night! (more...)
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Photo Flash: Opening Night of A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING at Mercury Theater
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2013
The Mercury Theater, 3745 N. Southport, begins its highly anticipated 2013 season with the exhilarating Broadway musical revue A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING, now through March 10, 2013. The Tony Award-nominated musical showcases Richard Rodgers' timeless music and the incomparable lyrics of Oscar Hammerstein. A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING is directed and choreographed by multiple Jeff Award winner Kevin Bellie, who previously served as Artistic Director at Circle Theatre. BroadwayWorld has photos from opening night below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Mercury Theater's A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2013
The Mercury Theater, 3745 N. Southport, begins its highly anticipated 2013 season with the exhilarating Broadway musical revue A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING, running now through March 10, 2013. The Tony Award-nominated musical showcases Richard Rodgers' timeless music and the incomparable lyrics of Oscar Hammerstein. A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING is directed and choreographed by multiple Jeff Award winner Kevin Bellie, who previously served as Artistic Director at Circle Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show in the photos below! (more...)
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A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING Opens 1/20 at The Mercury Theater
by BWW News Desk - Jan 18, 2013
The Mercury Theater, 3745 N. Southport, begins its highly anticipated 2013 season with the exhilarating Broadway musical revue A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING, opens January 20 and runs through March 10, 2013. The Tony Award-nominated musical showcases Richard Rodgers' timeless music and the incomparable lyrics of Oscar Hammerstein. A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING is directed and choreographed by multiple Jeff Award winner Kevin Bellie, who previously served as Artistic Director at Circle Theatre. (more...)
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'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for January 9th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson - Jan 09, 2013
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. The pre-Broadway 'Big Fish,' a 'Fela!' tour, some long-running shows extend, Theo Ubique lights up the winter, Glencoe's 'Sweet Charity' jazz club, 'Lady Day,' two 'Grand Night' revues and more! (more...)
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The Mercury Theater's A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING Begins 1/17
by BWW News Desk - Jan 04, 2013
The Mercury Theater, 3745 N. Southport, begins its highly anticipated 2013 season with the exhilarating Broadway musical revue A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING, running from January 17 through March 10, 2013. The press opening is Sunday, January 20 at 2 p.m. The Tony Award-nominated musical showcases Richard Rodgers' timeless music and the incomparable lyrics of Oscar Hammerstein. A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING is directed and choreographed by multiple Jeff Award winner Kevin Bellie, who previously served as Artistic Director at Circle Theatre. (more...)
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The Mercury Theater Announces A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING Cast
by BWW News Desk - Jan 03, 2013
The Mercury Theater, 3745 N. Southport, begins its highly anticipated 2013 season with the exhilarating Broadway musical revue A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING, running from January 16 through March 10, 2013. The press opening is Sunday, January 20 at 2 p.m. The Tony Award-nominated musical showcases Richard Rodgers' timeless music and the incomparable lyrics of Oscar Hammerstein. A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING is directed and choreographed by multiple Jeff Award winner Kevin Bellie, who previously served as Artistic Director at Circle Theatre. (more...)
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York Theatre Company's CLOSER THAN EVER Will End Run November 4
by BWW
News Desk - Nov 03, 2012
The York Theatre Company has announced the first Off-Broadway revival of the of Closer Than Ever, with lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr. and music by David Shire, will end its extended run with its 150th performance today evening, November 4, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at The York Theatre at Saint Peter's (Entrance on East 54th Street, just east of Lexington Avenue) where performances began June 5, 2012. (more...)
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CLOSER THAN EVER Resumes Tonight; Offers Free Ticket to Replace Any Cancelled Off-Broadway Show
by BWW News Desk - Nov 02, 2012
The critically acclaimed first Off-Broadway revival of the of Closer Than Ever, with lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr. and music by David Shire, will end its extended run with its 150th performance on Sunday evening, November 4, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at The York Theatre at Saint Peter's (Entrance on East 54th Street, just east of Lexington Avenue) where performances began June 5, 2012. (more...)
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York Theatre Company's CLOSER THAN EVER Will End Run November 4
by BWW News Desk - Oct 17, 2012
The York Theatre Company has announced the first Off-Broadway revival of the of Closer Than Ever, with lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr. and music by David Shire, will end its extended run with its 150th performance on Sunday evening, November 4, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at The York Theatre at Saint Peter's (Entrance on East 54th Street, just east of Lexington Avenue) where performances began June 5, 2012. (more...)
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Marya Grandy Joins Cast of York Theatre Company's CLOSER THAN EVER, 10/13-11/4
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2012
The York Theatre Company in association with Edward Negley, Neil Berg and Adam Friedson, welcomes Marya Grandy (Les Miserables, Damn Yankees) to the cast of Closer Than Ever with Lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr. and Music by David Shire, filling in for Jacquelyn Piro Donovan from October 13 - November 4, due to a prior commitment. (more...)
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Asolo Rep Announces BELT IT LIKE BRICE Contest; Deadline 6/10
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 09, 2012
Asolo Repertory Theatre is looking for the greatest star that can Belt it Like Brice for a chance to win a VIP evening on the town and at Asolo Rep. The contest will begin immediately and will run until June 10, 2012. The Grand Prize Winner will be announced on June 13, 2012 and will receive a dinner for two at Cafe L'Europe, a personal driver to and from dinner to the theater, box seating for Asolo Rep's production of Fanny Brice, America's Funny Girl, a featured spot on Asolo Rep's website, as well as other great prizes. Click here to watch Fanny Brice (Marya Grandy) belting on stage. (more...)
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Asolo Rep Announces BELT IT LIKE BRICE Contest; Deadline 6/10
by BWW News Desk - Jun 01, 2012
Asolo Repertory Theatre is looking for the greatest star that can Belt it Like Brice for a chance to win a VIP evening on the town and at Asolo Rep. The contest will begin immediately and will run until June 10, 2012. The Grand Prize Winner will be announced on June 13, 2012 and will receive a dinner for two at Cafe L'Europe, a personal driver to and from dinner to the theater, box seating for Asolo Rep's production of Fanny Brice, America's Funny Girl, a featured spot on Asolo Rep's website, as well as other great prizes. Click here to watch Fanny Brice (Marya Grandy) belting on stage. (more...)
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Asolo Rep Presents FANNY BRICE, AMERICA'S FUNNY GIRL
by Beau Higgins - May 14, 2012
Fanny Brice, America's Funny Girl will open May 23, 2012 and run until June 17, 2012. Previews begin May 20. Fanny Brice, America's Funny Girl is a reworking of Maltz Jupiter Theatre's 2009 hit production Fanny Brice: The Real Funny Girl. Writer and Director David H. Bell modified the script and is bringing Asolo Rep the most inspiring version yet. TCPalm raved, "Marya Grandy may not be the real Fanny Brice…but she just might be a new version of Ethel Merman. That's with a little Patti LuPone and the emotional singing delivery al a Judy Garland tossed in for good measure". WJTW FM said "what really brought the audience to its feet for a standing ovation however was the finale…it doesn't get any better than that." (more...)
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Asolo Rep Presents FANNY BRICE, AMERICA'S FUNNY GIRL
by Beau Higgins - May 06, 2012
Fanny Brice, America's Funny Girl will open May 23, 2012 and run until June 17, 2012. Previews begin May 20. Fanny Brice, America's Funny Girl is a reworking of Maltz Jupiter Theatre's 2009 hit production Fanny Brice: The Real Funny Girl. Writer and Director David H. Bell modified the script and is bringing Asolo Rep the most inspiring version yet. TCPalm raved, "Marya Grandy may not be the real Fanny Brice…but she just might be a new version of Ethel Merman. That's with a little Patti LuPone and the emotional singing delivery al a Judy Garland tossed in for good measure". WJTW FM said "what really brought the audience to its feet for a standing ovation however was the finale…it doesn't get any better than that." (more...)
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Asolo Rep Presents FANNY BRICE, AMERICA'S FUNNY GIRL
by Beau Higgins - Apr 25, 2012
Fanny Brice, America's Funny Girl will open May 23, 2012 and run until June 17, 2012. Previews begin May 20. Fanny Brice, America's Funny Girl is a reworking of Maltz Jupiter Theatre's 2009 hit production Fanny Brice: The Real Funny Girl. Writer and Director David H. Bell modified the script and is bringing Asolo Rep the most inspiring version yet. TCPalm raved, "Marya Grandy may not be the real Fanny Brice…but she just might be a new version of Ethel Merman. That's with a little Patti LuPone and the emotional singing delivery al a Judy Garland tossed in for good measure". WJTW FM said "what really brought the audience to its feet for a standing ovation however was the finale…it doesn't get any better than that." (more...)
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