Dirty Dancing

Disney's THE LION KING, San Diego's eagerly awaited stage production, will leap onto the Civic Theatre stage from Tuesday, October 13 to Sunday, November 8. Opening night is Thursday, October 15 at 7:30PM. This engagement is currently one of seven productions running worldwide along with New York, London, Hamburg, Tokyo, Paris and Las Vegas. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Broadway's Starry Season!

New stars and shows have been announced for Broadway by famed entertainment press representatives Boneau/Bryan-Brown. Joining previously announced productions are A Little Night Music, Million Dollar Quartet, Next Fall and Sondheim on Sondheim. "BBB" has created a video spotlighting some of the amazing stars who are performing this season on the Great White Way! (more...)

Photo Tribute: Remembering Stage and Screen Star Patrick Swayze

Actor Patrick Swayze lost his long battle with cancer on Monday, September 14, 2009. The actor's family was at his side for his passing. (more...)

STAGE TRIBUTE: Patrick Swayze In West End's GUYS AND DOLLS

Patrick Swayze made his debut in the West End revival of Guys and Dolls as marriage-dodging gambler Nathan Detroit. Swayze made his Broadway debut as Danny in Grease, has also appeared on Broadway in Goodtime Charley and Chicago (as well as in that show's tour). (more...)

STAGE TRIBUTE: Patrick Swayze And Lisa Niemi Dancing At World Music Awards

Patrick Swayze has lost his long battle with cancer. The actor's family was at his side for his passing. (more...)

Stage And Screen Star Patrick Swayze Has Passed Away At Age 57

The Associated Press has reported that actor Patrick Swayze has lost his long battle with cancer. This sad news has just broke, we will update with more details as they become available. (more...)

Photo Flash: West Coast Premier Of GOTTA DANCE Hosted By Carol Channing

"Bravo! A complete and total home run!!! Dori topped herself,? says Joan Van Ark. Dori Three-time Tony-winning Broadway producer Dori Berinstein has added another hit to her already extensive film and television producing and directing career with ?Gotta Dance.? (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Michael Jackson Memorial Service - Kenny Ortega

Director and choreographer Kenny Ortega spoke to CNN about Michael Jackson, and how much Jackson's children loved their father after his memorial service at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles. (more...)

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Eric Hatch, a Jet All the Way

'West Side Story' is Eric's 4th Broadway show and, he says, "the pinnacle of dancing" in all musical theater. (more...)

The Boston Opera House is steamy and rockin' with a supercharged cast of 39, more visual effects than a George Lucas film, and an audience releasing 22 years of pent up lust (more...)

Photo Flash: 'DIRTY DANCING'

Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage has announced new principal casting for the smash hit West End production. Martin Harvey stars in the role of Johnny Castle, direct from the Royal Ballet, and Leanne Rowe will plays Frances "Baby" Houseman. The production's original Penny, Nadia Coote, will continue in the role. (more...)

Photo Flash: Reprise's I LOVE MY WIFE

The 2008-2009 Reprise Theatre Company season continues with "I Love My Wife" with book and lyrics by Michael Stewart and music by Cy Coleman, December 2 to 14 at the Brentwood Theatre. Lea Thompson and Patrick Cassidy join Vicki Lewis and Jason Alexander. "I Love My Wife" will be directed by Larry Moss with choreography by Lee Martino and music direction by Michael Skloff. (more...)

Win prizes from A&E's new series THE BEAST

THE BEAST starring Patrick Swayze premieres Jan 15th at 10pm on A&E. Enter today to win prizes! (more...)

BWW's Holiday CD Roundup Part 1: The Shows

Happy Holidays Everyone! Well ... here it is ... our BIGGEST CD coverage EVER and just in time for some last minute "stocking-stuffer" inspiration ... even though a few of these are better used as coal, if you know what I mean. (more...)

Coming Up This Week in Theatre - 11/4/2008

BroadwayWorld.com's Upcoming Events calendar for the week - updated on 11/4/2008. (more...)

Coming Up This Week in Theatre - 10/28/2008

BroadwayWorld.com's Upcoming Events calendar for the week - updated on 10/28/2008. (more...)

Broadway Bound DIRTY DANCING to 'Dance' into the Neil Simon Theatre in 2009?

Daily Variety is reporting that the international stage hit Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage could be making itself a home on Broadway at the Neil Simon Theatre after current resident Hairspray takes its final bow. While no official plans have been confirmed, inside word is that 'Dancing' looks to be eyeing the space for it's Rialto bow. There is no word on an exact date for a Broadway opening, but insiders predict a Fall 2009 start for the film to stage tuner. (more...)

The international stage hit Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage will make its Pre-Broadway East Coast premiere at the Boston Opera House for a limited engagement February 7 through March 15, 2009. Tickets go on sale to the public Sunday, October 5th at 10AM. For full ticketing information please go to the end of this release. Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage is part of the Lexus Boston Area Dealers Broadway Across America – Boston Series. (more...)

Dirty Dancing Announces Complete Cast For National Tour

Producer Jacobsen Entertainment, in association with Lionsgate and Magic Hour Productions, of the international hit Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage is pleased to announce full casting for the upcoming pre-Broadway U.S. premiere. (more...)

'Dirty Dancing' Makes Its Way To Chicago Stage 9/28

Producer Jacobsen Entertainment, in association with Lionsgate and Magic Hour Productions, of the international hit Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage is pleased to announce principal casting for the upcoming pre-Broadway U.S. premiere. (more...)

'Dirty Dancing' Coming To LA @ Pantages Theatre

Already a worldwide phenomenon, DIRTY DANCING – The Classic Story On Stage is breaking box office records all over the world–Australia, Germany, UK, Canada, Holland and most recently with the announcement of the U.S. premiere in Chicago, and now it's Los Angeles' turn to get ready for "the time of your life." (more...)

Excitement & Cast Bust Out for Hollywood Bowl Les Miserables Concert this Summer

J. Mark McVey, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Lea Michele, Melora Hardin, Aaron Lazar, Rosie O'Donnell cast in Richard Jay-Alexander directed summer concert. We talked to the director and more! (more...)