The Addams Family Photos

Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Opens in Toronto

The Addams Family opened on Wednesday in Toronto, and BWW was on hand to bring its readers exclusive photos from the touring production. A stellar cast and a vastly improved book serve to create a fun night out with the ghoulish, ghastly family that everyone knows and loves. Plus, there's no better place for snapping your fingers in unison than the theatre! (more...)

Photo Coverage: Brooke Shields Opens in THE ADDAMS FAMILY - Curtain Call!

On Tuesday, June 28 THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomed stage and screen star Brooke Shields in the role of Morticia. Shields joined current Broadway cast members Roger Rees as Gomez, Brad Oscar as Fester, Rachel Potter as Wednesday, Jackie Hoffman as Grandma, Zachary James as Lurch, Adam Riegler as Pugsley, Heidi Blickenstaff as Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper as Mal Beineke and Jesse Swenson as Lucas Beineke. Last night, Shields officially opened in THE ADDAMS FAMILY and BroadwayWorld was there to snap the star during her final bows. Below we bring you complete coverage of her opening night curtain call! (more...)

Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Welcomes Brooke Shields - After Party

On Tuesday, June 28 THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomed stage and screen star Brooke Shields in the role of Morticia. Shields joined current Broadway cast members Roger Rees as Gomez, Brad Oscar as Fester, Rachel Potter as Wednesday, Jackie Hoffman as Grandma, Zachary James as Lurch, Adam Riegler as Pugsley, Heidi Blickenstaff as Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper as Mal Beineke and Jesse Swenson as Lucas Beineke. Last night, Shields officially opened in THE ADDAMS FAMILY. Here, we bring you photo coverage of te opening night party! (more...)

FREEZE FRAME: Brooke Shields Officially Opens in THE ADDAMS FAMILY!

On Tuesday, June 28 THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomed stage and screen star Brooke Shields in the role of Morticia. Shields joined current Broadway cast members Roger Rees as Gomez, Brad Oscar as Fester, Rachel Potter as Wednesday, Jackie Hoffman as Grandma, Zachary James as Lurch, Adam Riegler as Pugsley, Heidi Blickenstaff as Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper as Mal Beineke and Jesse Swenson as Lucas Beineke. Last night, Shields officially opened in THE ADDAMS FAMILY and BroadwayWorld was there to snap the star during her final bows. Below we bring you a FREEZE FRAME preview! Stay tuned for full coverage today! (more...)

Photo Coverage: First Look at Production Shots of Brooke Shields in THE ADDAMS FAMILY!

On Tuesday, June 28 THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomed stage and screen star Brooke Shields in the role of Morticia. Ms. Shields joined current Broadway cast members Roger Rees as Gomez, Brad Oscar as Fester, Rachel Potter as Wednesday, Jackie Hoffman as Grandma, Zachary James as Lurch, Adam Riegler as Pugsley, Heidi Blickenstaff as Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper as Mal Beineke and Jesse Swenson as Lucas Beineke. Here we have a first look at Shields and the cast! (more...)

Photo Flash: First Look at Brooke Shields as THE ADDAMS FAMILY's Morticia!

Stage and screen star Brooke Shields will join THE ADDAMS FAMILY in the role of Morticia beginning Tuesday, June 28 at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street). Two-time Tony Award winner Bebe Neuwirth will play her final performance in the role on Sunday, June 26. Ms. Shields will play opposite Roger Rees, who stars as Gomez. (more...)

Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Celebrates 500th Performance

The hit musical THE ADDAMS FAMILY, based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, celebrated its 500th performance with a special cake-cutting with the cast: Tony Award winner Roger Rees as Gomez; two-time Tony Award winner Bebe Neuwirth as Morticia, Brad Oscar as Fester, Rachel Potter as Wednesday, Jackie Hoffman as Grandma, Zachary James as Lurch, Heidi Blickenstaff as Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper as Mal Beineke and Jesse Swenson as Lucas Beineke. (more...)

Photo Coverage: Grandma Addams Turns 116!

Grandma Addams, the feisty potient-brewing matriarch of the Addams clan (played by comic actress Jackie Hoffman), turned 116 on Wednesday, March 30 and to celebrate, the producers of THE ADDAMS FAMILY treated the star to a Sweet (One) Sixteen cake and free tickets to the matinee for 116 real grandmothers age 60 or older who were born in March. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration and brings you photo coverage below! (more...)

Photo Flash: Check Out the ADDAMS' New Family Photo Album!

THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomed five new principal cast members beginning Tuesday, March 8 at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street) when Heidi Blickenstaff ([title of show]) assumed the role of Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper (Brighton Beach Memoirs) the role of Mal Beineke, Brad Oscar (Tony-nominated for The Producers) as Fester, Rachel Potter (Wicked nat'l. tour) as Wednesday Addams and Jesse Swenson (Spring Awakening) as Lucas Beineke. Original cast members Nathan Lane, Kevin Chamberlin, Terrence Mann, Carolee Carmello, Krysta Rodriguez and Wesley Taylor will give their final performances on Sunday, March 6. (more...)

Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY's First New Family Photo!

THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomed five new principal cast members beginning Tuesday, March 8 at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street) when Heidi Blickenstaff ([title of show]) assumed the role of Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper (Brighton Beach Memoirs) the role of Mal Beineke, Brad Oscar (Tony-nominated for The Producers) as Fester, Rachel Potter (Wicked nat'l. tour) as Wednesday Addams and Jesse Swenson (Spring Awakening) as Lucas Beineke. Original cast members Nathan Lane, Kevin Chamberlin, Terrence Mann, Carolee Carmello, Krysta Rodriguez and Wesley Taylor gave their final performances on Sunday, March 6. BroadwayWorld brings you a look at their first new family photo below! (more...)

Photo Flash: THE BOOK OF MORMON on Broadway - First Production Shots!

THE BOOK OF MORMON opens Thursday, March 24 at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre. The first production shots have been released and appear below! (more...)

UP ON THE MARQUEE: The New ADDAMS FAMILY Cast!

THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomed five new principal cast members beginning Tuesday, March 8 at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street) when Heidi Blickenstaff ([title of show]) assumed the role of Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper (Brighton Beach Memoirs) the role of Mal Beineke, Brad Oscar (Tony-nominated for The Producers) as Fester, Rachel Potter (Wicked nat'l. tour) as Wednesday Addams and Jesse Swenson (Spring Awakening) as Lucas Beineke. Original cast members Nathan Lane, Kevin Chamberlin, Terrence Mann, Carolee Carmello, Krysta Rodriguez and Wesley Taylor will give their final performances on Sunday, March 6. (more...)

'Beauty and the Beast' Memories from Stage and Screen

Actors from both the B'way and film versions reminisce as a special-edition DVD/Blu-ray is released by Disney. (more...)

Photo Coverage: Neuwirth Launches 'Morticia's Nails' to Benefit The Actor's Fund

Bebe Neuwrith hosted the launch party for 'MORTICIA'S NAILS,' a brand-new limited edition set of three Morticia Addams-inspired nail polishes, created by Ms. Neuwirth and Essie Cosmetics yesterday, July 15. 100% of the profits from the sale of 'MORTICIA'S NAILS' will directly benefit The Actors Fund, the national nonprofit human services organization dedicated to helping all professionals in film, theater, television, music, opera and dance through programs that address their unique and essential needs. The event took place at the all-new Eventi Hotel. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the product launch. (more...)

Photo Coverage: Kevin Chamberlin Caricature Unveiled at Sardi's

The cast of THE ADDAMS FAMILY gathered at Sardi's for the unveiling of a portrait for cast member (and Tony nominee) Kevin Chamberlin. BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture the fun! (more...)

Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Gypsy Robe Ceremony

Last week on April 8, 2010, Actor's Equity's 2nd Vice President Rebecca Kim Jordan hosted the famed Gypsy Robe Ceremony for company members of THE ADDAMS FAMILY at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. A long-standing opening night tradition on the Great White Way, the fabled Gypsy Robe is bestowed upon a veteran Broadway chorus member for each opening production. In what has now become a theatrical ritual, originating on Broadway 60 years ago, COME FLY AWAY chorus member Kristine Bendul turned over the robe to ADDAMS FAMILY cast member Jim Borstelmann. BroadwayWorld was there for the celebration. (more...)

Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY - Opening Night Party

THE ADDAMS FAMILY opened at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on April 8, 2010. BroadwayWorld.com was there to cover the opening night party at the Marriot Marquis! (more...)

Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY - Opening Night Curtain Call

THE ADDAMS FAMILY opened at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on April 8, 2010. BroadwayWorld.com was there to cover the opening night! (more...)

Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Red Carpet

THE ADDAMS FAMILY opened at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on April 8, 2010. BroadwayWorld.com was there to cover the starry red carpet! (more...)

Photo Flash: THE ADDAMS FAMILY on Broadway Revealed

THE ADDAMS FAMILY is currently in previews and opens at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on April 8, 2010. In anticipation of its highly anticipated opening this week, BroadwayWorld brings you the first production photos! (more...)