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LEND ME A TENOR Begins 5/18 at Bay Street Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2013

Bay Street Theatre begins the 2013 Mainstage Season with Lend Me a Tenor (May 28 - June 23). This hilarious Ken Ludwig comedy started rehearsals this week in New York City under the direction of Don Stephenson. The cast includes Judy Blazer, Scott Cote, Betsy DiLellio, Donna English, Nancy Johnston, Noah Plomgren, Steve Rosen and Roland Rusinek. Ticket prices are $59.50 and $69.50. For more information call the Box Office at 631-725-9500 or buy online at www.baystreet.org. (more...)


BWW Reviews: The Alley Theatre's WARRIOR CLASS is Edgy, Poignant, and Thrilling
by David Clarke - May 9, 2013

As part of the Alley Theatre's New Play Initiative, where the Alley facilitates a creative collaboration between playwrights, directors, actors, and designers, the organization is producing Kenneth Lin's edgy and fresh drama WARRIOR CLASS. Kenneth Lin's INTELLIGENCE-SLAVE was previously produced in 2010 as part of this program as well. Kenneth Lin is also a staff writer for Netflix's HOUSE OF CARDS and the creator of USA Networks new limited series AMERICAN WAY. (more...)


Judy Kuhn Announces 54 Below Shows in June
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013

Celebrating the launch of her new solo album, 'ALL THIS HAPPINESS', on PS Classics, Judy Kuhn is making her debut at 54 Below, (254 W. 54th Street between Broadway & 8th Avenue) in, 'ALL THIS HAPPINESS' on Monday, June 10th and Wednesday, June 12th at 7:00 p.m., featuring Dan Lipton, Musical Director, cellist Peter Sachon and percussionist Damien Bassman. The show will include songs from the new CD as well as some of her other favorites. (more...)


Photo Flash: First Look at Matthew Scott, Sherri L. Edelen and More in Signature's COMPANY
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013

Phone rings. Door chimes. In comes Company, one of legendary composer Stephen Sondheim's most beloved musicals, produced at Signature Theatre for the first time in twenty years and directed by Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer. The cast of fourteen, led by Matthew Scott (First You Dream: The Music of Kander & Ebb; Side By Side By Sondheim) in the role of Bobby, features many of Signature's most well-known stars in an enchanting, deeply funny exploration of love and marriage. BroadwayWorld has a first look below. (more...)


FREEZE FRAME: Morgan James, Bruce Vilanch, Judy Kuhn & Nikki M. James Preview 54 Below Shows!
by Walter McBride - May 22, 2013

Earlier today, Broadway actor/singer and Epic Records recording artist Morgan James (Motown: The Musical, Godspell, The Addams Family, her recent debut CD release 'Morgan James Live, a celebration of Nina Simone"), Tony Award winner Nikki M. James (The Book of Mormon), Tony Award nominee Judy Kuhn (Passion, Les Miserables, Chess, Rags, Sunset Boulevard, the upcoming album "All This Happiness"), six-time Emmy Award-winner Bruce Vilanch (TV's "Hollywood Squares," Broadway's Hairspray) previewed their upcoming 54 Below shows. Check out a photo preview from the festivities below! (more...)


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...)


Judy Blazer and More Set for LEND ME A TENOR, Kicking Off Bay Street Theatre's 2013 Season, 5/28
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2013

Bay Street Theatre begins the 2013 Mainstage Season with Lend Me a Tenor (May 28 - June 23). This hilarious Ken Ludwig comedy, under the direction of Don Stephenson, includes Judy Blazer, Scott Cote, Betsy DiLellio, Donna English, Nancy Johnston, Noah Plomgren, Steve Rosen and Roland Rusinek as its hilarious cast. (more...)


East West Players Extends Run of Musical CHESS to June 23rd
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2013

East West Players (EWP), the nation's largest producing organization of Asian American artistic work and the longest-running professional theatre of color in the country, has extended the run of Chess, now through June 23rd, 2013. All performances are staged at the David Henry Hwang Theater at the Union Center for the Arts at 120 Judge John Aiso St., Los Angeles, CA 90012. Performances are Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, and Sundays at2pm. (more...)


Scoop: THE BIG BANG THEORY on CBS - Thursday, June 6, 2013
by TV Scoop - May 20, 2013

Get all the scoop on THE BIG BANG THEORY, airing on CBS on Thursday, June 6, 2013! (more...)


STAGE TUBE: On This Day 5/20- Judy Kuhn
by Stage Tube - May 20, 2013

Happy Birthday, Judy Kuhn! Kuhn made her Broadway debut was in The Mystery of Edwin Drood. She then played Cosette in the 1987 multiple award winning Broadway production of Les Miserables brought her the first Tony Award nomination. The following year, Kuhn took on a transfer from London's West End, playing one of the main roles (Florence Vassy) in the Trevor Nunn-directed Chess, with music by Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus (formerly of ABBA) and lyrics by Tim Rice. Later in 1993, Kuhn played the role of Betty Schaefer in the U.S premier production of Sunset Boulevard at the Shubert Theatre in Los Angeles. Kuhn sang the title role in the 1995 Disney animated film, Pocahontas, the film included her rendition of the song Colors of the Wind, which won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for its composers Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz. On October 23, 2007, Kuhn returned to the Broadway Production of Les Miserables after 20 years, but this time assuming the role of Fantine. (more...)


BWW Interviews: Deborah Boily Talks Cabaret, Career, and Concert
by David Clarke - May 19, 2013

Deborah Boily is preparing for her cabaret performance of DEBORAH BOILY - ONE NIGHT ONLY. (more...)


STAR TREK: INTO DARKNESS Beams Its Way Ahead of IRON MAN to Take Weekend Box Office
by Movies News Desk - May 19, 2013

J.J. Abrams' STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS hits theaters tomorrow, Friday May 17th. Let's see what the critics have to say!J.J. Abrams' STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS hits theaters on, Friday May 17th and is having a major opening weekend, though short of its expectations. In early reporting, the film made an estimated $22.0 million on Friday in 3,868 theatres, including 336 IMAX 3D locations, which bring its current US total to $35.5 million. (more...)


STAGE TUBE: In Honor of STAR TREK's New Movie, Watch STAR TREK: THE MIDDLE SCHOOL MUSICAL!
by Stage Tube - May 18, 2013

In honor of Star Trek Into Darkness hitting theaters yesterday, May 17, 'The Mythical Show' wrote and filmed STAR TREK: THE MIDDLE SCHOOL MUSICAL. Check it out below! (more...)


Review Roundup: J.J. Abrams' STAR TREK: INTO DARKNESS
by Movies News Desk - May 16, 2013

J.J. Abrams' STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS hits theaters tomorrow, Friday May 17th. Let's see what the critics have to say! (more...)


Limited Edition BIG BANG THEORY/STAR TREK Merchandise Now Available
by TV News Desk - May 15, 2013

In a bold twist to bring The Big Bang Theory to a new frontier, Warner Bros. and CBS Consumer Products are launching an exclusive, limited edition co-branded collection of The Big Bang Theory/Star Trek merchandise for the first-time ever (more...)


The Double Road Race is Introduced, Beginning 6/30
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2013

An innovative running competition and brand new sport is hitting the roads of America this summer. (more...)


New Idina Menzel UK Radio Interviews Now Streaming
by Pat Cerasaro - May 13, 2013

Following her triumphant performance at the 2013 Laurence Olivier Awards and her sensational Friday Night Is Music Night concert, IDINA & FRIENDS, Tony Award-winning Broadway and West End star Idina Menzel made some recent radio appearances, as well. (more...)


THE BIG BANG THEORY Leads in Live +7 Day DVR Lift
by TV News Desk - May 13, 2013

THE BIG BANG THEORY led all programs in live +7 day DVR lift among viewers and adults 18-49, according to Nielsen ratings for the week ending April 28. (more...)


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'The Bon Voyage Reaction' on BIG BANG THEORY
by - May 13, 2013

On the next episode of CBS's THE BIG BANG THEORY titled 'The Bon Voyage Reaction, a new success for Leonard makes Sheldon very jealous and throws Penny for a loop. Get a sneak peek below! (more...)


K. M. Snider Pens TEARS OF AN ANGEL
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2013

All she need is a bold move the change the course of the game and capture the sly man behind her father's untimely death. Author K. M. Snider takes the readers into an exhilarating game of Chess, tangled with generations of family secrets and a blossoming love between two people who must rely on each other to outsmart their dangerous enemy. Tears of an Angel has the complete ingredients of a compelling story as a good amount of danger, murder and romance unfold throughout its stunning pages. (more...)


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