THE BOOK OF MORMON National Tour Cast Unveiled - Creel, Gertner, Ware, Henson, Mambo & More!

Original Broadway cast member Jared Gertner will star as Elder Cunningham in the First National Tour of THE BOOK OF MORMON, launching in Denver from August 14-September 2 at The Ellie Caulkins Opera House. Gertner will join previously announced Gavin Creel as Elder Price. Samantha Marie Ware joins as Nabulungi, as well as Grey Henson as Elder McKinley and Kevin Mambo as Mafala Hatimbi. (more...)

'NIGHT, MOTHER to Play Surfside Players' Second Stage, 4/19-28

Surfside Players announces its Second Stage production 'NIGHT, MOTHER, a drama by Marsha Norman, running April 19-28, 2013. (more...)

TOMORROW Extends Through May 5 at Skylight Theatre Complex

Now at the forefront of play development and producing new works, three award-winning theaters have joined forces for the first time. The beneficies are Los Angeles theatre audiences able to see this World Premiere staging of Donald Freed's new play, Tomorrow. Damian Cruden (Artistic Director from England's York Royal Theatre) directs a stellar cast, which includes Salome Jens, Kevin Quinn, and Jenn Robbins. Tomorrow runs at the Skylight Theatre Complex through May 5, 2013. (more...)

Lynda Stevens Releases THE LAWN MONSTER

Author Lynda Stevens, in her newly published book The Lawn Monster, gives readers a glimpse of what it is like for a child to deal with his or her fears. Written specifically to help children learn to be brave, this picture book reads as a delightful tale, but offers sound advice on how to overcome issues of fright or anxiety. (more...)

Rialto Chatter: Jesse Eisenberg's THE REVISIONIST Heading to Broadway?

Jesse Eisenberg and Vanessa Redgrave currently star in the world premiere of Eisenberg's The Revisionist, directed by Kip Fagan, which began its limited run on February 6 at the Cherry Lane Theatre, 38 Commerce Street. Now according to the New York Times, the show wil extend yet again, now closing on April 27. Plus, the show is looking into a possible Broadway transfer for the 2013-14 season. (more...)

BWW Exclusive: Alexander Gemignani, Julia Murney, Rob McClure, Michael James Scott to Lead SHREK at the MUNY this June

The Muny announced principal casting for the second show of its fantastic 95th Season, Dreamworks Shrek The Musical, directed by John Tartaglia and choreographed by Vince Pesce. Shrek is sponsored by US Bank. (more...)

This Week in Pictures: April 20-26

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK: The gyspy robe gets passed again, Alan Cumming leads the Scottish play, and PIPPIN comes back to Braodway, and so much more! (more...)

SHOWGIRLS! THE MUSICAL!, Starring Rena Riffel, to Transfer Off-Broadway 5/15

Following its premiere at the East Village's Kraine Theater, Showgirls! The Musical! will be thrusting its way to Times Square for an extended engagement at XL Nightclub's 200-seat Off-Broadway theater. Performances begin May 15, 2013. (more...)

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Music Icon Celine Dion to Guest on Tomorrow's KATIE

On the THURSDAY, APRIL 25 edition of nationally-syndicated talk show KATIE, music icon Celine Dion opens up to Katie Couric from her recording studio in Las Vegas for a revealing conversation about her family, her husband's cancer diagnosis and her fertility struggles over the years. Get a sneak peek below! (more...)

Jennifer Avery, Brittany Burch and More Set for Steppenwolf's FIRST LOOK 2013

Steppenwolf Theatre Company is proud to announce casting for the upcoming eighth annual First Look Repertory of New Work, featuring three developmental productions of new plays presented in rotating repertory July 29 - August 25, 2013 in the Garage Theatre (1624 N Halsted St). First Look 2013 includes: Buena Vista by Edith Freni, The Gospel of Franklin by Aaron Carter and Annie Bosh is Missing by Janine Nabers. The 2013 festival also features readings of three new plays during Professionals' Weekend (August 8 - 11), including Tempo by Mike Batistick, Your Name Will Follow You Home by Carlos Murillo and BARBECUE by Robert O'Hara. Tickets to First Look Repertory of New Work are on sale now at steppenwolf.org/firstlook, 1650 N Halsted St or 312-335-1650. (more...)

Royal Family Productions Will Present Present Selections from Jon Lipsky's WALKING THE VOLCANO Selections, 5/13

As part of their Emerging Artist Program, Royal Family Productions will present selections from Jon Lipsky's Walking the Volcano, directed by Rachael Harrington as a benefit on Monday, May 13, 2013 at 8:30PM. Walking the Volcano will take place at the Peter Norton Symphony Space (2537 Broadway). Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by visiting: symphonyspace.org or calling 212-864-5400. (more...)

Brian Sweany Releases EXOTIC MUSIC OF THE BELLY DANCER

Hypersexual, drunk, stoned, occasionally Catholic, and inadvertently well-intentioned, Hank Fitzpatrick is your typical man-child stumbling his way through and beyond adolescence in the late 1980s. (more...)

Folksinger Richie Havens Dies at 72

EW reports that Richie Havens has passed away at age 72. According to a statement from his family, the folksinger died of a heart attack on Monday, April 22. (more...)

HGTV Announces Nine New Original Series

Nine new original series will hit HGTV's 2013 programming schedule by July 31, including the highly anticipated home improvement competition series, Brother vs. Brother, starring popular and dynamic twin brothers Jonathan and Drew Scott (more...)

Jeremy Jordan, Norm Lewis and More Set for THE WIZARD AND I with NSO in D.C., 5/16-18

The National Symphony Orchestra Pops will present three performances of The Wizard and I: The Musical Journey of Stephen Schwartz May 16-18 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. Led by Principal Pops Conductor Steven Reineke, the performances feature performances by Jeremy Jordan, Norm Lewis, Julia Murney, Jennifer Laura Thompson, and The Washington Chorus. The performances celebrate Stephen Schwartz's 65th birthday as well as the 10th anniversary of the perennially "popular" Wicked. (more...)

National Meningitis Association Gala 2013, Hosted by Richard Thomas, Set for Today

Tonight, April 22, 2013, National Meningitis Association will hold its annual Give Kids a Shot Gala. The event takes place at the New York Athletic Club, 180 Central Park South, New York tonight, April 22, 2013. Cocktails & Silent Auction begin at 7:00 PM followed by dinner & the NMA Awards. Master of Ceremonies is iconic actor Richard Thomas, a longtime supporter of NMA and winner of the organization's Nancy Ford Springer Inspiration Award. (more...)

PBS KIDS Premieres CURIOUS GEORGE SWINGS INTO SPRING on Earth Day Today

This Earth Day, PBS KIDS invites viewers to join America's favorite monkey for a new CURIOUS GEORGE special: CURIOUS GEORGE SWINGS INTO SPRING. From spring fever to spring cleaning, from a canoe ride to a hot air balloon journey, George and his friends get viewers ready to explore the outdoors this Earth Day. The one-hour adventure premieres today, April 22 and will repeat Friday, April 26 and throughout the weekend (check local listings). (more...)

The Ringwald Theatre Opens AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, 5/10

The Ringwald Theatre will present August: Osage County from May 10-June 3, 2013. Capping off a successful 'Season of Family', The Ringwald has indeed Saved what is arguably the best for last; certainly the biggest for last. The Ringwald has had great success with the plays of Tracy Letts in the past, producing two of his works: Bug and Killer Joe. August: Osage County promises to be every bit as compelling as his past works. (more...)

Now Playing Onstage in Houston - Week of 4/21/2013

Upcoming Shows - Week of 4/21/2013 for Houston (more...)

Now Playing Onstage in Wichita - Week of 4/21/2013

Upcoming Shows - Week of 4/21/2013 for Wichita (more...)

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