CITIZEN TWAIN, Starring Val Kilmer, Extends Through July 28 at Kirk Douglas Theatreby BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2013Val Kilmer, famous for his portrayals of iconic characters such as Jim Morrison (The Doors), Doc Holliday (Tombstone) and Batman (Batman Forever), inhabits the spirit of yet another legendary figure: Mark Twain. Kilmer continues to develop Citizen Twain, a solo show about the man considered to be the world's greatest storyteller, at the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City, June 28 to July 28 for a limited five-week engagement, followed by this fall by performances in London's West End. (more...)
Cameron Mackintosh to Bring OLIVER! Back to Broadwayby BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2013Today, Michael Riedel reports that in addition to upcoming productions of MISS SAIGON, BARNUM and a Broadway return of LES MIS that 'As if three shows weren't enough, Mackintosh is also planning a Broadway revival of "Oliver!" Lionel Bart's chirpy old musical hasn't been seen in New York since a short-lived 1983 production starring Patti LuPone. It's said to be Mackintosh's favorite musical, and it's how he got his start in the theater. "Oliver!" played the New Theatre in London in 1960, and a teenage Mackintosh got a job polishing the brass railing in the theater lobby.' (more...)
Linda Balgord & Ali Gordon to Lead CROSSING SWORDS at NYMF; Full Cast Announced!by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2013The 2013 New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) AND Forte Musical Theatre Guild present Crossing Swords a world premiere musical comedy by Joe Slabe, nominated for five Betty Mitchell Awards and three Calgary Critics' Awards. NYMF veteran Igor Goldin directs a cast of five including Linda Balgord (Bway: The Pirate Queen, Cats, La Cage, Gypsy standby for Patti Lupone; Nat. Tour: Sunset Boulevard), Ali Gordon (Regional: Fiddler on the Roof, You're a Good Man Charlie Brown), Steven Hauck (Bway: Irena's Vow), Lyle Colby Mackston (Papermill: 25th Annual...Spelling Bee), and Marrick Smith(New York: Love's Labour's Lost). Crossing Swords is being staged at The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center, 480 West 42nd Street (bet. 9th & 10th Avenues) in NYC for five performances from Monday, July 22 through Sunday, July 28, 2013. (more...)
MTV's Kevin Allison to Headline 2013 Norfolk Comedy Festivalby BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2013A summer of comedy comes to Virginia this July with the return of the annual Norfolk Comedy Festival, headlined by renowned comedian Kevin Allison of MTV's “The State”. In its second year, the Norfolk Comedy Festival is a three-day event that showcases regional and national comedic talent, presented by The Generic Theater and nationally-acclaimed group The Pushers. (more...)
Vince Pesce Named Director of Education at STAGES ST. LOUISby BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2013STAGES ST. LOUIS is thrilled to announce new staff appointments to STAGES' Turley Performing Arts Academy. Broadway Veteran, Vince Pesce will assume the position of Director of Education at STAGES Kent Center for Theatre Arts, the new state-of-the-art facility, effective immediately. Pesce replaces longtime Education Director Rob Grumich, who will remain during the transition through July. Also, Tali Allen Liddell will become the Manager of Community Programs and Partnerships. (more...)
New York Musical Theatre Festival to Present World Premiere of CASTLE WALK, 7/22by BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2013NEW YORK MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL (NYMF) and CASTLE WALK THEATRE COMPANY LLC are pleased to announce, as part of the 2013 next link project, the world premiere production of Milton Granger's CASTLE WALK, directed by Richard Stafford. Castle Walk will play a one-week limited engagement at PTC Performance Space (555 West 42nd Street, NY, NY). Performances begin Monday, July 22nd and continue Sunday, July 28th. Opening Night is Monday, July 22nd (8 p.m.). (more...)
Cortland Repertory Theatre Presents BUDDY, 6/19-7/6by BWW News Desk - Jun 17, 2013Cortland Repertory Theatre invites audiences to 'Rave On!' with its debut production of the international musical sensation 'BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story'. Performances of this hit rock and roll musical will run from June 19 - July 6 with evening performances at 7:30. Matinees are available on June 21, 23, 26, 28, 30 and July 2 at 2:00 PM. Tickets may be purchase by calling 800-427-6160 or by visiting the CRT Box Office's new location at 24 Port Watson Street in downtown Cortland. Tickets are also available for sale 24 hours a day through the CRT website at www.cortlandrep.org. Some performances are already sold out, so CRT suggests calling early. (more...)
Photo Flash: Saturday Intermission Pics, June 15, Part 2 - MATILDA's Homage to NICE WORK, Father's Day at LION KING and More!by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2013BroadwayWorld collected as many of yesterday's evening Saturday Intermission Pics as we could to bring you Part 2 of our June1 15th SIP round-up. Yesterday evening's photos featured MATILDA's homage to NICE WORK, KINKY BOOTS channeling SHAPING SOUND at the Beacon, THE LION KING and CARMEN'S PLACE celebrating Father's Day, and pics from Paper Mill Playhouse's THE LITTLE MERMAID, Stratford Festival's TOMMY, Las Vegas' PEEP SHOW and more! (more...)
Sarah Brightman Kicks Off Tour in China Todayby Samantha Cheng - Jun 15, 2013As part of her 'Dreamchaser' world tour, musical theater diva Sarah Brightman will be touring in China beginning today. (more...)
PETER PAN to Open 6/25 at the Barn Theatreby BWW News Desk - Jun 15, 2013The high-flying fantasy, PETER PAN will delight children of all ages when the boy who will never grow up swoops down over the Barn Theatre stage June 25 through July 7. (more...)
Natalie Douglas & More Set for Birdland Jazz Club, June 24-30by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2013Birdland Jazz Club is pleased to announce their moving line-up of exceptional talent for June 24 - June 30, 2013. (more...)
Travel Hudson Promoting Summer Fun in the Hudson Valleyby BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2013The Hudson Valley, an area rich in history, the arts, nature and culinary experience, is home to some of New York State's best destinations for family-friendly summer activities. Whether diving in at a water park, catching a baseball game, taking a historic cruise or riding a merry-go-round, the region provides fun and adventurous offerings for kids, grandparents and every age in between.
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Carol Butler Shares Stories About Her Pets in OUR BLACK AND WHITE BABIESby BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2013Keeping pets is a constant practice by most people all over the world, but not all regarded their pets as part of their family. Author Carol Butler and her husband are one of those people who opened their home as well as their hearts to welcome the stray animals into their midst from dogs to Cats, and take care of those poor creatures the way they did with their own children. In her new publication, Our Black and White Babies, she fondly reminisces the times when her babies, or kiddos as she affectionately refers to them, have come to their lives. (more...)
Rich Okun Releases 'The Sun, the Moon, the Stars and Maya'by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2013Author Rich Okun has spent his life studying many different ancient spiritual belief systems. Each one has further motivated him with spirit to help more people and now to share, what he calls, “a very special being: Maya, his Shih Tzu puppy muse.” Okun's new book, “The Sun, the Moon, the Stars and Maya: a collection of little sayings about enormous things” (published by Balboa Press), is his way of helping the world understand enormous ideas though simple interpretations. (more...)
Summer Stages: Toronto's Summer Theatre Offeringsby Kelly Cameron - Jun 14, 2013Summer in Toronto offers an exciting range of theatrical productions, festivals and events to keep people from all avenues of life entertained. Outside of the city we have the world renowned Stratford and Shaw Festivals, and within Toronto we are blessed with a wide range of summer festivals showcasing theatre, music, art and food. This is in addition to all the wonderful productions we are accustomed to year round. (more...)
Summer Stages: BWW's Top Summer Theatre Picks in Philadelphia/South Jerseyby Pati Buehler - Jun 14, 2013Whether you're in the heart of a Philly suburb or crossing over the bridge into Jersey, there's a summer full of theater fun for everyone. (more...)
Summer Stages: BWW's Top Summer Theatre Picks in Massachusettsby Larry Murray - Jun 14, 2013Summer Stages: BWW's Top Summer Theatre Picks in Massachusetts (more...)
BroadwayWorld Special Coverage: SUMMER STAGES - Our Picks for Summer's Best Around the World!by BWW Special Coverage - Jun 14, 2013As the summer days near, BroadwayWorld rounded up our worldwide community - from Australia to Spain, California and beyond! - to bring you our top picks for the best of summer theater in each of our main markets! Looking for the best of the summer venue and production offerings in your area? Let's hear from a sampling of the BroadwayWorld experts! (more...)
Summer Stages: BWW's Top Summer Theatre Picks – Rhode Island!by Veronica Bruscini - Jun 14, 2013Rhode Island theatergoers can expect an exciting season of comedy, drama, and music as local venues announce their summertime schedules. From downcity Providence to the sea breezes at Matunuck, here's a look ahead at summer theater highlights in the Ocean State. (more...)
Cortland Repertory Theatre Presents BUDDY, 6/19-7/6by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2013Cortland Repertory Theatre invites audiences to 'Rave On!' with its debut production of the international musical sensation 'BUDDY - The Buddy Holly Story'. Performances of this hit rock and roll musical will run from June 19 - July 6 with evening performances at 7:30. Matinees are available on June 21, 23, 26, 28, 30 and July 2 at 2:00 PM. Tickets may be purchase by calling 800-427-6160 or by visiting the CRT Box Office's new location at 24 Port Watson Street in downtown Cortland. Tickets are also available for sale 24 hours a day through the CRT website at www.cortlandrep.org. Some performances are already sold out, so CRT suggests calling early. (more...)
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