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STAGE TUBE: Brian d'Arcy James Performs 'All Will Be Well' at BROADWAY SESSIONS

Brian d'Arcy James performed 'All Will Be Well' at Broadway Sessions on May 30th, 2013. Check out the video below! (more...)

BWW Reviews: La Mirada Stages Intense Revival of Pulitzer Prize-Winning NEXT TO NORMAL

Heartbreaking. Gutsy. Intensely riveting. These are some of the words I jotted down in the dark---while simultaneously wiping tears streaming down my face---during the Southern California Regional Premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical Next to Normal, now playing at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts for a limited run ending June 23. The winner of the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this thought-provoking, emotionally-heavy musical play---which features music by Tom Kitt and book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey---has now been revived locally in a top-notch, Broadway-caliber staging that truly impresses from beginning to end. (more...)

Annie Golden & Jane Summerhays Set for MARRY HARRY at NYMF; Full Cast Announced!

MARRY HARRY is an official selection of the 2013 New York Musical Theatre and will be presented by the New York Musical Theatre Festival. MARRY HARRY has a book by Jennifer Robbins, music by Dan Martin, lyrics by Michael Biello, music direction by Christopher McGovern, choreography by Wendy Seyb, and is directed by Kent Nicholson. MARRY HARRY will play at The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center, beginning July 19 - July 28. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by visiting www.nymf.org or www.marryharry.com or by calling (212) 352-3101. (more...)

Photo Flash: CST Celebrates the 'Spirit of Shakespeare' with Stephen Sondheim, Audra McDonald & More!

Last night, Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) hosted its Gala 2013 at its home on Navy Pier, presenting the third annual Spirit of Shakespeare Awards to Civic Honoree, former Mayor Richard M. Daley and Artistic Honoree, composer/lyricist Stephen Sondheim. Check out a quick look back at the star-studded event below! (more...)

Aaron Tveit Cast in Short Film from Georgina Chapman

Showbiz411 reports exclusively 'Les Mis' star Aaron Tveit has been cast in an upcoming short film from Georgina Chapman. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Allenberry Gives Audiences THE FULL MONTY

Terrence McNally's story of would-be steelworker studs brings laughs to the Allenberry stage (more...)

Lisa Brescia, Julia Mattison & More Set for #UntitledPopMusical Concert at (Le) Poisson Rouge, 6/24

#UntitledPopMusical, the new musical conceived and written by Michael Kimmel (The Last Goodbye), with music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini (Smash) will have it's debut concert at (Le) Poisson Rouge (158 Bleecker Street, between Thompson and Sullivan), June 24th 2013 at 7pm. The concert will feature Julia Mattison (Godspell), Lauren Pritchard (Spring Awakening), Lisa Brescia (Wicked, Mama Mia), Andrew Kober (Hair) and F. Michael Haynie (Wicked, Dogfight). Produced by the Wild Project, tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the door or at www.lprnyc.com. (more...)

Anthony Rapp, J. Robert Spencer, Karmine Alers & More Set for THE WATER DREAM at NYMF, 7/10-11

The New York Musical Theatre Festival welcomes back Anthony Rapp to the festival as he stars in the staged reading of Shawn Cody's epic fantasy THE WATER DREAM directed by Jim True-Frost. The event will take place on July 10 & 11 at The Pershing Square Signature Center, The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre (480 West 42nd St.). Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by visiting www.nymf.org. This event is being produced by Royal Family Productions. (more...)

Billy Porter, Laura Osnes & Jerry Mitchell Set for Broadway Triple Threat 2013

Broadway Triple Threat (BTT) is extremely proud to announce that Tony winner Billy Porter (KINKY BOOTS), Tony winner Jerry Mitchell (KINKY BOOTS, LEGALLY BLONDE, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN), and Tony nominee Laura Osnes (CINDERELLA, ANYTHING GOES, GREASE, BONNIE AND CLYDE), will be three of our guest artists this summer. (more...)

G&S Society to Stage New Production of OLIVER! at the Arts Theatre, July 19-27

To celebrate the 200th birthday of Charles Dickens, the G&S Society are staging a new production of the classic musical OLIVER! Helmed by the multi-award winning production team of David Lampard (director / designer) and Peter Johns (musical director) the production boasts of cast of 50, including a collection of Adelaide's most talented up and coming youngsters - and one dog. (more...)

SUMMER STAGES: Top 10 Picks for Chicago Summer Theatre

Here's a listing of the top ten places that are really burning it up in theater this summer, in Chicago and the region nearby. Seek them out, and enjoy! (more...)

Summer Stages: BWW's Top Summer Theater Picks for Costa Mesa / Orange County!

Though the coming of summer usually signals local theaters' final shows for the 2012-2013 season, there are still plenty of things to see, hear and experience in the O.C. to keep avid theatergoers entertained. Below is a listing of our five top Summer Must-See Picks, plus a few other noteworthy shows to check out, too! (more...)

BroadwayWorld Special Coverage: SUMMER STAGES - Our Picks for Summer's Best Around the World!

As 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 – New Orleans

Well folks, it's 80 degrees and the sun is shining while it's raining. It is officially summertime in southern Louisiana, and you know what that means! It's time to talk about the summer theatre! I'm excited to say the New Orleans area calendar is looking mighty fine. (more...)

Firehouse Theatre to Present New Andy Warhol-Centric Musical POP!, 7/11-8/10

Firehouse Theatre begins its summer with a bang as we travel back to the counterculture of the '60s for POP!, a new musical with book and lyrics by Maggie-Kate Coleman and music by Anna K. Jacobs. Directed by Jase Smith (Rocky Horror Show, RENT, Reefer Madness) and sponsored by the Binger Center of Yale Repertory Theatre and The Lewis and Butler Foundation, POP! runs July 11 - August 10, 2013 with an Opening Night performance and reception on Friday, July 12 at 8pm. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Alice Ripley Performs 'When There's No One' from CARRIE at Balagan Theatre's Season Preview Event

Balagan Theatre recently announced that a trio of Broadway powerhouse artists will star in 'Carrie: The Musical' this fall: Alice Ripley, Kendra Kassebaum, and Keaton Whittaker as Carrie. Ripley is best known for her Tony Award-winning turn as Diana Goodman in 'Next to Normal'; Kassebaum originated the role of Glinda in 'Wicked' on the first national tour; and young local actor Keaton Whittaker starred alongside Angela Lansbury and Catherine Zeta-Jones in 'A Little Night Music'. Check out Ripley perform 'When There's No One' at the recent season preview event below! (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Keaton Whittaker Sings 'Carrie' at Balagan Theatre Preview Event

Balagan Theatre recently announced that a trio of Broadway powerhouse artists will star in 'Carrie: The Musical' this fall: Alice Ripley, Kendra Kassebaum, and Keaton Whittaker as Carrie. Ripley is best known for her Tony Award-winning turn as Diana Goodman in 'Next to Normal'; Kassebaum originated the role of Glinda in 'Wicked' on the first national tour; and young local actor Keaton Whittaker starred alongsideAngela Lansbury and Catherine Zeta-Jones in 'A Little Night Music'. Check out Keaton Whittaker performing 'Carrie' at the recent season preview event below! (more...)

BWW Reviews: Southern Rep Presents NEXT TO NORMAL

This past weekend Southern Rep wrapped their run of Next to Normal, a rock musical with music by Tom Kitt and book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey. The production was directed by Blake Coheley and featured Leslie Castay as Diana Goodman. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Steffi Didomenicantonio Tackles Natalie in NEXT TO NORMAL

Clearwater Theatre's production of Next to Normal received rave reviews last year and is back again at Tarragon Theatre for a limited run this week. The Tony and Pulitizer Prize winning show tells the story of a family struggling to cope with issues surrounding mental illness, and packs a hefty emotional wallop. With some fantastic tunes and a heartfelt story, this is an eye opening musical likely to make you laugh and cry. Joining the cast this time around are Steffi DiDomenicantonio, Marty Burt and David Coomber. Today BWW is speaking with Steffi D about her experience playing Natalie, meeting Alice Ripley and more. (more...)

Photo Flash: Alice Ripley, Kendra Kassebaum, Keaton Whittaker and More Announced in CARRIE: THE MUSICAL

Balagan Theatre made three major announcements during a packed Season Preview Party at the Moore Theatre on Monday, June 10: Nirvanov as the fifth show in the 2013-2014 mainstage season, a star-studded trio of leading ladies in Carrie: The Musical, and a newly created New Works Program, whose Summer Series debuts July 6. Check out a sneak peek below! (more...)

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