BWW Interviews: Ramin Karimloo Hosts Master Class at University of Texas Austinby Kathy Strain - May 7, 2013On Monday, April 29, Ramin Karimloo visited the University of Texas Austin Campus and spent time with some students doing a Master Class. Ramin and I got a chance to catch up and find out what his plans for this tour are and what the future holds for him. (more...)
110 IN THE SHADE Plays TheatreZone, Now thru 5/12by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2013Foolishness, you say? Not exactly. The whole idea behind season finale 110 in the Shade, as we soon learn when Starbuck (Jim DePaiva) takes a liking to Lizzie (Kassie DePaiva), is that everyone has to have a dream. (more...)
Tanner Bollinger to Star in HOME WORK Concert Reading at New World Stages, 5/20by BWW News Desk - Mar 9, 2013Tanner Bollinger ('Luke' from the national tour of 'Altar Boyz'), Play on Player's Haden Rider and Montclair State University's Phil Sloves star in the highly anticipated new musical, HOME WORK (formerly known as THE GODS OF FRIDAY NIGHT: The Lone Star Gridiron Musical), brings the popularity of Texas high school football to the stage. (more...)
BWW Interviews: JASON INVISIBLE at Kennedy Center - a Talk with director Rosemary Newcottby Jeffrey Walker - Mar 22, 2013A humorous stage adaptation of an award-winning book, JASON INVISIBLE is a world premiere commission by the Kennedy Center and VSA. The story of a young teenager dealing with a mentally ill father, JASON INVISIBLE shows the power of friendship in an interactive theatrical experience directed by Rosemary Newcott of Atlanta's Alliance Theatre. (more...)
Karen Olivo Reveals Acting Departure, New Life Pathby BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2013The very popular and Tony winning Karen Olivo, who was most recently seen appearing in the sold out IN THE HEIGHTS reunion concert in New York City, shared a blog on her web site this morning, revealing a new direction. BWW selfishly hopes that this won't be a permanent break. (more...)
Marina Espinoza, Livvy Marcus and More Join Tanner Bollinger in HOME WORK Concert at New World Stages; Full Cast Announced!by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2013HOME WORK, the new anti-bullying musical, takes a look at the 'dark side of high school' focusing on bullying, depression, suicide, gun violence, fitting in, and relationships. From the creator and writer of MANCHESTER HIGH: IF THESE LOCKERS COULD TALK, a film about bullying and teen empowerment, Nicholas B. Holstein (book writer and lyrics), Jeremy Blachman (lyrics) and Sophia E. DiGonis (music) brings to the New York stage an emotional, high energy, and impactful show much in the style of DEGRASSI meets NEXT TO NORMAL. (more...)
Liesl Tommy Returns for Huntington's A RAISIN IN THE SUN, Opening 3/8by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2013Fifty-four years after its Broadway premiere, the Huntington Theatre Company presents A Raisin in the Sun, Lorraine Hansberry's landmark family classic about deferred dreams. Liesl Tommy (Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, Ruined - IRNE Award for Best Director and Production) returns to the Huntington to helm the production that features Leroy McClain (the title role in Hamlet at California Shakespeare Theater) as Walter Lee Younger and Kimberly Scott (Molly Cunningham in Joe Turner's Come and Gone - Tony and Drama Desk Award nominations) as matriarch Lena Younger. (more...)
Featured Performer of the Week: Troy Blackwell-Cookby BWW Special Coverage - Jan 24, 2013BroadwayWorld is thrilled to present its latest feature series: The Performer of the Week! Get to know these amazing talents as they share a bit about themselves, their work and life! Today, we're thrilled to introduce you to Troy Blackwell-Cook! (more...)
BWW Interview: AMERICAN IDOL Winner Phillip Phillips Chats About his IDOL Experiences and Moreby Kathy Strain - Feb 14, 2013Phillip Phillips grew up in Georgia and enjoyed spending time with his family. Everyone in his family loved singing and Phillip started to take an interest in music after hearing his siblings sing. When he auditioned for American Idol, he was sure that they were going to give him terrible feedback. But, instead, he became the 11th Season winner of American Idol. I recently had the chance to interview Phillip while he was touring with Matchbox Twenty. As he shared his experiences, it was easy to see why America fell in love with Phillip and his unique style of music. (more...)
Riverside Theatre's FUNNY GIRL Begins 1/10by BWW News Desk - Dec 21, 2012Riverside Theatre's Simply Amazing Season continues with the Broadway smash musical hit, Funny Girl. Nominated for eight Tony Awards including Best Musical Best Lead Actor and Actress and Best Original Score, the show was an immediate hit with audiences with an inspiring and beloved score including classic favorites 'Don't Rain on My Parade,' 'I'm the Greatest Star,' 'The Music That Makes Me Dance' and the iconic hit, 'People. Funny Girl performs on the Stark Stage from January 10 through 27, 2013 and is presented through the courtesy Riverside Theatre's Patron Producers. (more...)
BWW Interview: Sean Lowe Talks Upcoming Season of THE BACHELORby TV News Desk - Dec 14, 2012THE BACHELOR, premieres MONDAY, JANUARY 7 (8:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. Sean Lowe recently spoke to reporters about his search for his soul mate, among 26 beautiful bachelorettes! (more...)
110 IN THE SHADE, Starring Jim and Kassie DePaiva, Begins 5/2 in Naplesby BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2013110 in the Shade runs for 10 performances May 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11 @ 8 pm and Sundays, May 5 and 12 at 2 pm and 7:30 pm. The production is title sponsored by The Village on Venetian Bay Shopping Center. (more...)
110 IN THE SHADE to Play TheatreZone, 5/2-12by BWW News Desk - Apr 6, 2013Foolishness, you say? Not exactly. The whole idea behind season finale 110 in the Shade, as we soon learn when Starbuck (Jim DePaiva) takes a liking to Lizzie (Kassie DePaiva), is that everyone has to have a dream. (more...)
BWW Interviews: International Singing Sensation Ramin Karimloo Talks About Bluegrass and His SRO Concerts at Sterling's Upstairs at the Federalby Don Grigware - Apr 5, 2013Olivier nominated for Love Never Dies, Canadian born actor/singer Ramin Karimloo will perform his cabaret act at Sterling's Upstairs at the Federal April 21-22. This will mark his cabaret debut in Los Angeles, and all three performances are already sold out. Renowned on the UK stage for every role in Les Mis including that of Jean Valjean and also for the Phantom in Phantom of the Opera and Love Never Dies, Karimloo performed on the Oscar telecast in February singing 'One More Day' alongside Hugh Jackman, Ann Hathaway, Eddie Redmayne, Samantha Barks and others from the cast of the film Les Mis. In our chat, Karimloo talks about career past and present as well as his love of music that includes bluegrass as well as Broadway. (more...)
BWW Interviews: Mike Ross Talks Soulpepper's TRUE WESTby Frances Fong-Lee - Apr 3, 2013Soulpepper Theatre vet Mike Ross sat down with BWW to talk about his character in 'True West', rehearsing for both 'True West' and 'La Ronde' at the same time, and taking on multiple roles at the Soulpepper Theatre Company. (more...)
BWW Exclusive: New York Pops Spotlight on Laura Osnesby BWW News Desk - Apr 26, 2013BroadwayWorld recently chatted with featured performer Laura Osnes about her upcoming appearance in the special celebration: (more...)
'How To Be A Teen On The Move,' Offers Advice From Teen to Teenby BWW News Desk - Apr 24, 2013NJ(Marketwired - Apr 16, 2013) - In her new book, 'How To Be A Teen On The Move,' (www.LenoreLuca.com), 19-year-old Lenore Luca offers advice for teens from a teen. (more...)
BWW Exclusive: New York Pops Spotlight on Liz Callawayby BWW News Desk - Apr 23, 2013BroadwayWorld recently chatted with featured performer Liz Callaway about her upcoming appearance in the special celebration: (more...)
BWW Exclusive: New York Pops Spotlight on Rob McClureby BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2013BroadwayWorld recently chatted with featured performer Rob McClure about his upcoming appearance in the special celebration: (more...)
FSPA Student Jack Mullen Joins BEAUTY AND THE BEAST National Tour as 'Chip'by BWW News Desk - Apr 2, 2013Jack Mullen, 11, from Millis, has joined the NETworks National Tour of Disney's Beauty and the Beast in the role of Chip. Jack began his 5-week run in Sacramento, Calif., and follows the West Coast leg of the tour, with performances in San Luis Obispo, Palm Desert and Los Angeles, as well as Tempe, Arizona and Las Vegas, Nevada. (more...)
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