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    November 19, 1959 (53)
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    Antonio Banderas, Lea Michele, Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo & More Considered for EVITA
    by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2012

    Now according to the New York Times, a slew of stars were being considered to fill the leading roles. Antonio Banderas, Marc Anthony, Enrique Iglesias, Ramin Karimloo and Raul Esparza were all being considered to play Che, though they were not able to 'reach any deals.' Additionally, Lea Michele and Sierra Boggess were 'discussed for the title role of Eva Peron.' (more...)

    STAGE TUBE: Scarlett Johansson, Benjamin Walker and More Talk Broadway's CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF
    by Stage Tube - Dec 13, 2012

    Watch stars Scarlett Johansson, Ciarán Hinds, Benjamin Walker, Debra Monk and director Rob Ashford talk about bringing Tennessee Williams' CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF to Broadway. Click below to watch! (more...)

    Breaking News: EVITA to Close on January 26, 2013 when Stars Martin, Roger & Cerveris Depart Instead of Recasting
    by BWW News Desk - Dec 11, 2012

    At that time, it was announced as well that the should would be announcing new stars and the production would be continuing its run. Now, they have revealed that the show will play its final performance on Saturday, January 26, 2013, after 26 previews and 337 regular performances. (more...)

    CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Announces Student Rush Policy
    by BWW News Desk - Dec 06, 2012

    Student rush tickets will be available to Tennessee Williams' CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF starring Scarlett Johansson as Maggie, Ciaran Hinds as Big Daddy, Benjamin Walker as Brick and Debra Monk as Big Mama, directed by Rob Ashford beginning December 18 when performances begin. (more...)

    Photo Coverage: Inside the 35th Kennedy Center Honors - The Men
    by Walter McBride - Dec 03, 2012

    The honorees included the surviving members of Led Zeppelin John Paul Jones, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant; ballerina Martina Makarova, Dave Letterman, Dustin Hoffman and Buddy Guy. Check out photos of the male guests below! (more...)

    Photo Coverage: MY NAME IS ASHER LEV Celebrates Opening Night - The After Party!
    by Walter McBride - Nov 29, 2012

    Based on the best-selling novel by Chaim Potok (The Chosen), My Name is Asher Lev, a new play by Aaron Posner, opened last night at the Westside Theatre. The play's New York premiere follows an acclaimed engagement at the Long Wharf Theatre earlier this year. BroadwayWorld brings you complete opening night coverage - check out the pafter party below! (more...)

    Photo Coverage: MY NAME IS ASHER LEV Celebrates Opening Night - Red Carpet Arrivals!
    by Walter McBride - Nov 29, 2012

    Based on the best-selling novel by Chaim Potok (The Chosen), My Name is Asher Lev, a new play by Aaron Posner, opened last night at the Westside Theatre. The play's New York premiere follows an acclaimed engagement at the Long Wharf Theatre earlier this year. Check out the red carpet arrivals below! (more...)

    Photo Coverage: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF'S Benjamin Walker, Scarlett Johansson and More Meet the Press
    by Walter McBride - Nov 28, 2012

    The Richard Rodgers Theatre box office (226 West 46th Street) is now open for tickets to Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof starring Scarlett Johansson as Maggie, Ciaran Hinds as Big Daddy, Benjamin Walker as Brick and Debra Monk as Big Mama, directed by Rob Ashford. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof opens Thursday, January 17, 2013. Previews begin Tuesday, December 18. This limited engagement runs for 15 weeks only, through March 30, 2013. The cast met the press yesterday, and you can check out full photo coverage below! (more...)

    FREEZE FRAME: Benjamin Walker, Scarlett Johansson and Cast of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Meet the Press!
    by BWW News Desk - Nov 27, 2012

    The Richard Rodgers Theatre box office (226 West 46th Street) is now open for tickets to Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof starring Scarlett Johansson as Maggie, Ciaran Hinds as Big Daddy, Benjamin Walker as Brick and Debra Monk as Big Mama, directed by Rob Ashford. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof opens Thursday, January 17, 2013. Previews begin Tuesday, December 18. This limited engagement runs for 15 weeks only, through March 30, 2013. The cast met the press earlier today, and you can check out a photo preview below. Be sure to check back later for full coverage! (more...)

    Breaking News: Ricky Martin, Elena Roger & Michael Cerveris to Depart EVITA January 26, 2013; New Stars to Be Announced
    by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2012

    This record-breaking, Tony-nominated production of Tim Rice's and Andrew Lloyd Webber's landmark musical will continue its open-ended run following the original stars' departure. The new stars will be announced at a later date. (more...)

    CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF's Scarlett Johansson Set to Appear on THE TODAY SHOW Tomorrow
    by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2012

    CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF's Scarlett Johansson will appear on NBC's 'Today' tomorrow, Tuesday, November 27 between 8:00AM and 9:00AM locally on WNBC 4. (more...)

    CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF's Scarlett Johansson Stops By THE LATE SHOW Tomorrow
    by BWW News Desk - Nov 20, 2012

    CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF's Scarlett Johansson will appear on 'The Late Show with David Letterman' tomorrow, Wednesday, November 21 between 11:35PM-12:35AM locally on WCBS2. (more...)

    STAGE TUBE: New Promo Released for CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF!
    by Stage Tube - Nov 19, 2012

    The Richard Rodgers Theatre box office (226 West 46th Street) is now open for tickets to Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof starring Scarlett Johansson as Maggie, Ciaran Hinds as Big Daddy, Benjamin Walker as Brick and Debra Monk as Big Mama, directed by Rob Ashford. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof opens Thursday, January 17, 2013. Previews begin Tuesday, December 18. This limited engagement runs for 15 weeks only, through March 30, 2013. Check out a just-released television spot for the show below! (more...)

    Box Office Opens for CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, Starring Scarlett Johansson and Benjamin Walker
    by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2012

    The Richard Rodgers Theatre box office (226 West 46th Street) is now open for tickets to Tennessee Williams' CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF starring Scarlett Johansson as Maggie, Ciaran Hinds as Big Daddy, Benjamin Walker as Brick and Debra Monk as Big Mama, directed by Rob Ashford. CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF opens Thursday, January 17, 2013. Previews begin Tuesday, December 18. This limited engagement runs for 15 weeks only, through March 30, 2013. (more...)

    Rob Ashford Named Choreographer of 85th ACADEMY AWARDS
    by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2012

    Emmy® and Tony® Award-winning choreographer Rob Ashford has been tapped to provide musical staging and choreography for the 85th Academy Awards telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. (more...)

    DID YOU KNOW...The Most Interesting Message Board Topics of the Week: November 3- 9
    by BWW - Nov 09, 2012

    This week's topics: What showtune is Romney singing, Stars Polical Views, Best In-Show Insults, Tear jerking moments, Who's next to get a B'Way theater, Matt Doyle takes over as Elder Price, Rob Ashford to Choreograph the Oscars (more...)

    Kenneth Branagh to Star in MACBETH at Manchester International Festival, July 2013; Rob Ashford Directs
    by BWW News Desk - Nov 08, 2012

    According to the Daily Mail, Sir Kenneth Branagh will play MacBeth in Shakespeare's tragedy at the Manchester International Festival next summer, which runs July 4-21, 2013. Rob Ashford is set to direct. (more...)

    Rob Ashford Named Choreographer of 85th ACADEMY AWARDS
    by TV News Desk - Nov 08, 2012

    Emmy® and Tony® Award-winning choreographer Rob Ashford has been tapped to provide musical staging and choreography for the 85th Academy Awards telecast, show producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron announced today. (more...)

    Nic Rouleau & Ben Platt Set to Lead Second National Tour of THE BOOK OF MORMON; Launches 12/11 in Chicago
    by BWW News Desk - Nov 08, 2012

    THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, will launch its Second National Tour next month in Chicago, with Nic Rouleau, direct from the Broadway company, starring in the role of Elder Price. Ben Platt will star opposite Rouleau as Elder Cunningham. (more...)

    Breaking News: West End's Bertie Carvel to Reprise 'Miss Trunchbull' in MATILDA on Broadway
    by BWW News Desk - Nov 08, 2012

    The producers of Roald Dahl's MATILDA THE MUSICAL announced today that Olivier Award-winner Bertie Carvel will reprise the role of Miss Trunchbull in the Broadway production of the Royal Shakespeare Company's eagerly anticipated musical which begins performances on March 4 and opens on April 11 at the Shubert Theatre (235 West 44th Street). Carvel received rave reviews for his iconic performance and won the 2012 Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical. (more...)

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