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The Razzle Dazzle of Mitzi Gaynor

There's a great pleasure in talking to veteran performers. They've been through it all and have many great stories to tell. Such was the case recently in a conversation with dancer/ singer/ actress/comedienne Mitzi Gaynor. This great lady starred in such Hollywood successes as THERE'S NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW BUSINESS with Ethel Merman, THE JOKER IS WILD with Frank Sinatra, the re-make of ANYTHING GOES with Bing Cosby and Donald O'Connor, LES GIRLS with Gene Kelly and SOUTH PACIFIC with Rossano Brazzi. She also wowed television audiences in the 60's and 70's with a series of specials that captivated America and had schoolboys rushing home from sporting events to watch them. Without a doubt, Mitzi Gaynor was a show business phenomenon and she remains one today as she prepares for the public television airing of her new documentary called 'Mitzi Gaynor: Razzle Dazzle! The Special Years.' (more...)

Just Announced: Collins, Stokes Mitchell, Kidjo & More Lead Town Hall's 2010 Season

The Town Hall, Broadway's landmark concert venue, has announced its 2010 season lineup. Headliners include Grammy Award-winning folk icon Judy Collins, Grammy Award-winning Afro-funk singer Angélique Kidjo, Tony Award-winning Broadway star Brian Stokes Mitchell, jazz singer Lizz Wright with Grammy-nominated jazz bassist Richard Bona and world music sensations Tito Paris and Lura. Also appearing are stars from ABC's Dancing with the Stars and PBS' America's Ballroom Challenge for Champions of the Dance, Richard Nader's Doo Wop Party, the acclaimed, singing political satirists Capitol Steps and the 10th anniversary season of the popular hit series Broadway by the Year, called 'an annual event that is treasured by Broadway babies' by Stephen Holden of The New York Times. (more...)

The Town Hall Announces Its 2010 Season Lineup

The Town Hall, Broadway's landmark concert venue, (123 W. 43rd Street) is pleased to announce its 2010 season lineup. (more...)

'Kiss Me, Kate' Star Honors Her Lineage as Granddaughter to Kathryn Grayson

The Relevant Stage presents the Broadway classic 'Kiss Me, Kate' choreographed by Marisa Martinez and Keenon Hooks, with costume design by Kara McLeod, February 17 - 28 runs Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2:30 and 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 and 7:00 p.m. at The Warner Grand Theatre 478 West Sixth Street, San Pedro. General admission tickets are: $20 adult, $15 senior (55+)/college student, and $5 18 and under; prestige seating (first five rows, reserved seat) $30 adult, $25 senior/college student, and $10, 18 and under. Tickets are available at Williams Book Store in Downtown San Pedro, or online at therelevantstage.com or 1-800-838-3006. (more...)

Cheyenne Jackson, James Barbour, Stephanie J. Block et al. Set for 'Broadway by the Year' 10th Anniversary Season at The Town Hall

The Town Hall, New York's landmark concert venue will present the 10th Anniversary Season of the Broadway By The Year® series, created, written and hosted by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall. (more...)

A Tribute to John Raitt from a Lifelong Friend

Frank Bouley, a lifelong friend of John Raitt's, who credits him for 'accidentally' matchmaking him with his now wife of 50 years. (more...)

BroadwayWorld.com's On This Day - February 2, 2010

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on February 2 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events! (more...)

Photo Coverage: Remembering Kathryn Grayson (1922-2010)

Kathryn Grayson, star of such classic MGM musicals as Show Boat and Kiss Me Kate, has died at the age of 88. Grayson died 'of natural causes at her Los Angeles home,' according to her friend and secretary, Sally Sherman. (more...)

Movie Musical Star Kathryn Grayson Dies at 88

According to published reports, Kathryn Grayson, star of classic MGM movie musicals as Show Boat and Kiss Me Kate, has died at the age of 88. Grayson died 'of natural causes at her Los Angeles home,' according to her friend and secretary, Sally Sherman. (more...)

BroadwayWorld.com's On This Day - April 3, 2010

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on April 3 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events! (more...)