New Book Commemorates 125 Years of Glenwood Hot Springs Historyby BWW News Desk - May 21, 2013This year marks the 125th year since Glenwood Hot Springs first opened to the public in 1888. To commemorate the milestone, the world-famous mineral hot springs resort embarked on a year of celebration and special events, including the recent release of a book titled “Glenwood Hot Springs Celebrating 125 Years” by local authors Karin Gamba and Vicky Nash. (more...)
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular Goes On Sale Tomorrowby BWW News Desk - May 20, 2013 MSG Entertainment (MSGE) announced today that tickets will be on-sale for the 2013 production of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular on Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Embraced by generation after generation, this heart-warming production features dazzling dance numbers and costumes, classic favorites and a breathtaking new number with special effects that will transform the Great Stage into a glistening winter wonderland. The 2013 edition of the Christmas Spectacular will lift spirits and create lasting memories for new audiences as well as for families that have made this cherished production a holiday tradition. There is no better place to be this holiday season than the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. (more...)
Laura Benanti, Frances Ruffelle and More Set for 54 Below, Now thru 6/1by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2013Coming up at 54 BELOW, the performance venue located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. 54 Below also launched its series of late night events. Joining Tuesday nights' popular "Backstage" with Susie Mosher is the "54 Piano Bar," a new vocal competition - 'The Callback," and more, including: stage and television star Laura Benanti, High Fidelity in Concert, WGBO Jazz Series: Karrin Allyson Quartet, Tony winner Frances Ruffelle, Charlie Rosen's Broadway Big Band, Sondheim Unplugged and Simply Streisand. (more...)
FLASH SPECIAL: Always - An Irving Berlin 125th Birthday Celebrationby Pat Cerasaro - May 18, 2013Today we are tipping our best top hat to one of Broadway and Hollywood's most significant songwriters, the one and only Irving Berlin, in honor of what would have been his 125th birthday this week. (more...)
Lynette Porter Releases New Benedict Cumberbatch Biographyby BWW News Desk - May 18, 2013In early June a detailed performance biography of Benedict Cumberbatch comes out to the delight of his millions of fans around the world - and it's already top of the Sherlock Holmes bestseller lists. The star of BBC Sherlock, Star Trek, The Hobbit trilogy and dozens of other hits has an incredible following, and one look at the contents of this book gives an idea of why. For most actors, these stellar cinematic, theatrical, and television events would be the highlights of a lifetime's work. On Benedict Cumberbatch's resume they are only a few of many entries. (more...)
Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 5/13by BWW Special Coverage - May 17, 2013If you haven't had the chance to catch up on your theater news, look no further than today's recap of all things theater - exclusive features, interviews, reviews and more! - around the Broadway World for the week of May 13! (more...)
From Musical Mondays at Splash to AVENUE Q: John Bantay Talks to Richard Jay-Alexander About His Farewell Night on Monday, May 20thby Richard Jay-Alexander - May 17, 2013And this Monday, May 20th, John Bantay will do his farewell SPIN as he leaves to continue pursuing his career and becomes a stage manager at the long-running musical, Avenue Q. Speaking to John Bantay, I, of course, was curious as to what his favorite video clips have been over the years. He was reticent to put them in 'Top 10' format because, to him, he considers them all number 1's. So here's his hit list, in no particular order: (more...)
STAGE TUBE: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Cast Supports Coney Island Mermaid Paradeby Stage Tube - May 16, 2013Written by Elice and directed by Tony Award-winner Roger Rees and Tony Award-nominee Alex Timbers, Peter and the Starcatcher officially began performances at New World Stages (340 West 50th St.) on Monday, March 18, 2013, after ending its triumphant run on Broadway at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre on Sunday, January 20, 2013.When the cast heard that the Coney Island Mermaid Parade is currently trying to raise funds through a Kickstarter campaign, they made a video to show support for the cause. Check it out below! (more...)
BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT- Episode 13!by BroadwayWorld TV - May 16, 2013BWW is excited to spend a year on the road on the bus with the cast of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT! In Episode 13 of our On the Road series, Wade McCullum brings us along for his adventures in Austin, Texas. Check out this installment below and tune in later for more episodes as the cast journeys across the country! (more...)
Frank Ocean Tops O MUSIC AWARD Nominationsby BWW News Desk - May 16, 2013Get ready, mouth-frothing friends — it's time to vote! The O Music Awards kick off TODAY, May 16, with a whole passel of new categories and nominees on OMusicAwards.com. Did your favorite band/app/whatever get a nod? Find out below! (more...)
AT THE FLASH Plays Celebration Theatre, Now thru 5/26by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2013Celebration Theatre has announced an added show to its Celebratory 30th Anniversary Season, the Los Angeles Premiere of a new play, AT THE FLASH, written by Sean Chandler and David Leeper, performed by David Leeper and directed by David Zak. AT THE FLASH began previews on Wednesday, May 15th and will open on Friday, May 17th and will perform through Sunday, May 26th at the Celebration Theatre, 7051b Santa Monica Blvd in Hollywood. (more...)
Celebrate Gay Pride Month at Des Moines Marriott Downtown and Enjoy a Romantic Getaway for Twoby BWW News Desk - May 16, 2013As the only TAG Approved Des Moines hotel, Des Moines Marriott Downtown is offering unforgettable rates for couples looking to visit the city for Gay Pride Month and Pridefest. Held on the second weekend in June every summer, Pridefest hosts an array of community exhibits and musical guests, as well as a vibrant street party and Parade.
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VJ John Bantay Departs Splash's Musical Mondays on 5/20by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2013VJ John Bantay will play his final night at Spash's Musical Mondays next Monday May 20th after 10 smash years. Bantay leaves to join Avenue Q as stage manager. (more...)
Amanda Palmer and Alt Variety Magazine Join for 'Save the Mermaid Parade' Concert, 5/25by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2013Coney Island USA has announced that Amanda Palmer and Alt Variety Magazine have joined forces for a concert on May 25th at 7pm at the Bowery Ballroom. All proceeds from this benefit will support Coney Island USA's Kickstarter campaign to save the Mermaid Parade. Ticket prices start at $25. (more...)
Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts Announces 2013-14 Seasonby BWW News Desk - May 15, 2013Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts celebrates its 25th anniversary with its 2013-14 season. (more...)
ArtCenter/South Florida to Make Way for ACCORDION INVASION, 5/18by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2013On Saturday evening, May 18, ArtCenter/South Florida joins forces with Next@19th and The Betsy-South Beach to present a Parade of accordionists marching from The Betsy-South Beach up Lincoln Road, culminating with a concert at ArtCenter's Project 924 gallery. (more...)
The Nashville Public Library Presents the 2013 Nashville International Puppet Festival, Beginning 6/21by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2013This summer, renowned puppeteers and performers from all over the world will make their way to the Nashville Public Library for the 2013 Nashville International Puppet Festival, underwritten by the Nashville Public Library Foundation and the Nashville Public Library. (more...)
BWW Reviews: Brian Stokes Mitchell In Concert at the Kennedy Centerby Charles Shubow - May 14, 2013Packed audience at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall hears a perfomrance to treasure. (more...)
Camp Broadway to Host 2013 Gershwin Awards at CAP21, 5/18by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2013Camp Broadway and CAP 21: America's Musical Theatre Conservatory & Theatre Company in partnership with The Broadway Education Alliance presents the 3rd annual Gershwin Awards to celebrate outstanding achievement in musical theater performance by students attending public and private high schools throughout the New York City Metropolitan Area. (more...)
Tony Sheldon and Ashley Brown Join Klea Blackhurst in Goodspeed's HELLO, DOLLY!; Full Cast Announced!by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2013Dolly looks swell as ever as Goodspeed Musicals brings everyone's favorite meddlesome matchmaker to its main stage. Hello, Dolly! will run from June 28 - September 8 at the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam, Conn. Official Press Opening will be July 17, 2013. (more...)
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