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Paul McCarthy's New 'Snow White' Installation to Take Over Park Avenue Armory, 6/19-8/4
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013
This June, Park Avenue Armory unveils a new large-scale installation and video project by artist Paul McCarthy, considered among the most provocative and influential voices in the international art world today. Drawing inspiration from the 19th-century German fairytale Snow White and McCarthy's ongoing exploration of American myths and icons, WS takes over the Armory's Wade Thompson Drill Hall from June 19 through August 4, 2013, and marks the Armory's seventh major visual art installation to date. (more...)
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DIRTY GREAT LOVE STORY to Make US Debut at 59E59 Theaters, 6/11-30
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013
59E59 Theaters will present the US premiere of DIRTY GREAT LOVE STORY, written and rhymed by Richard Marsh and Katie Bonna, and directed by Pia Furtado. Produced by Polly Ingham Productions and Tim Johanson Productions in association with Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds, DIRTY GREAT LOVE STORY begins performances on Tuesday, June 11 for a limited engagement through Sunday, June 30. (more...)
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VIDEO: MATILDA's 'Revolting' Kids Perform on THE VIEW!
by Stage Tube - May 22, 2013
MATILDA THE MUSICAL performed the galvanizing 'Revolting Children' and iconic 'Naughty' on today's episode of ABC'S THE VIEW. MATILDA THE MUSICAL opened to rapturous reviews last month and this week received 12 Tony Award nominations including one for Best Musical. Watch the exciting performance below! (more...)
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BWW TV: MATILDA's Bertie Carvel Sings 'The Smell of Rebellion'
by BroadwayWorld TV - May 22, 2013
MatildaWinner of a record-breaking seven Olivier Awards including Best Musical, MATILDA THE MUSICAL is more than a show, it's a phenomenon. Based on the beloved novel by best-selling author Roald Dahl (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Fantastic Mr. Fox), MATILDA THE MUSICAL is the story of an extraordinary girl who dreams of a better life. Armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, Matilda dares to take a stand and change her destiny. In the video below, Tony nominee Bertie Carvel sings 'The Smell of Rebellion' along with a chalkboard full of Tim Minchin's lyrics. Check it out below! (more...)
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Maryland Ensemble Theatre Announces 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2013
Maryland Ensemble Theatre (MET) has announced its 2013-2014 mainstage season. MET's sixteenth mainstage season will run from September of 2013 through June of 2014 and will feature a British comic classic, an American masterpiece and several contemporary crowd pleasers. MET Artistic Director Tad Janes believes that each of the six mainstage shows in MET's upcoming season will help, 'build on the strong reputation we have earned over the past decade and a half as a destination for challenging, entertaining, professional theater.' (more...)
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STAGE TUBE: MATILDLA's Bertie Carvel Smells Rebellion!
by Stage Tube - May 16, 2013
Winner of a record-breaking seven Olivier Awards including Best Musical, MATILDA THE MUSICAL is more than a show, it's a phenomenon. Based on the beloved novel by best-selling author Roald Dahl (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Fantastic Mr. Fox), MATILDA THE MUSICAL is the story of an extraordinary girl who dreams of a better life. Armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, Matilda dares to take a stand and change her destiny. In the video below, Tony nominee Bertie Carvel sings "The Smell of Rebellion' along with a chalkboard full of Tim Mincin's lyrics. Check it out below! (more...)
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MATILDA THE MUSICAL to be Featured on THE CHARLIE ROSE SHOW Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2013
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Tony Award nominees Tim Minchin, Dennis Kelly, Matthew Warchus and Bertie Carvel will be interviewed on "The Charlie Rose Show" tonight, May 15 at 11:00PM on PBS (channel 13 in New York). The episode will be rebroadcast onThursday, May 16 at 1:30PM and available online at www.charlierose.com. (more...)
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Best Makes Directoral Debut With RSC's MACBETH, With Millson And Spiro
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2013
Shakespeare's classic exploration of ambition, guilt and destiny opens at the Globe on 22 June 2013, the third and final play in the Season of Plenty's trio of supernatural Shakespeares. The production features Joseph Millson and Samantha Spiro as the murderous couple at the heart of the play, with Billy Boyd as Banquo and Gawn Grainger as Duncan. Celebrated cabaret artist Bette Bourne will play the Porter. (more...)
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SIRIUS XM Radio Will Feature MATILDA Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2013
Tony Award nominees Dennis Kelly and Tim Minchin, respectively the book writer and composer of MATILDA THE MUSICAL, can be heard this weekend and next week on 'Broadway Names with Julie James,' On Broadway SIRIUSXM 72 tonight, May 11 at 8 PM, Sun May 12 at 12 PM, and Thu May 16 at 9 PM ET and On Demand at SiriusXm.com/ondemand. (more...)
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Dominic Cooper In Talks To Join DRACULA Reboot
by Pat Cerasaro - May 09, 2013
Frequent stage and screen performer as well as MAMMA MIA! movie musical favorite Dominic Cooper apparently will continue his anamolous career trajectory with his next project, co-starring in the new big screen reboot of DRACULA. (more...)
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Red Handed Theatre Presents THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL, June 12
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2013
Red Handed Theatre Company will present Sheridan's most popular comedy, The School for Scandal, at the Park Theatre, London from the 12 June to the 7 July. Directed by Jessica Swale, this sparkling period production will come to life in one of London's newest venues before transferring to the Georgian Theatre Royal Bury St. Edmunds. (more...)
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Photo Coverage: NASA Helps MATILDA Cast Chat with Astronauts in Space!
by Jennifer Broski - May 07, 2013
Earlier today, the cast of MATILDA THE MUSICAL got the chance to speak live with an astronaut on the International Space Station via satellite hook-up provided by NASA. During the event, Astronaut Tom Marshburn (brother-in-law of cast member John Sanders) got to chat with some of the kids and adults from the Tony nominated show. BroadwayWorld was there for the festivities and you can check out full coverage below! (more...)
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STAGE TUBE: On This Day 5/7- MACBETH
by Stage Tube - May 07, 2013
Today in 1982, Macbeth opened at the Circle in the Square Theatre, where it ran for 21 performances. Written by William Shakespeare, Macbeth is about a regicide and its aftermath. It is Shakespeare's shortest tragedy and is believed to have been written sometime between 1603 and 1607. The earliest account of a performance of what was probably Shakespeare's play is April 1611, when Simon Forman recorded seeing such a play at the Globe Theatre. (more...)
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MATILDA THE MUSICAL Announces Lottery Tickets
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2013
Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, May 7, MATILDA THE MUSICAL will hold a daily lottery for $27 tickets. Please note that student rush tickets will be discontinued once the lottery begins. (more...)
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