BWW Review: UMass' CASANOVA - 'Nothing is Real Here; Everything is Appearance'
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2013
There are a few things I have learned about the UMass theatre department this semester. One, they love using the aisles of the theatre to make entrances and exits, two they are extremely fond of nudity (no matter the show), and finally they love modernizing stories. These things are what make me love all of the shows I have seen this semester, and Casanova by Constance Congdon was no exception. (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Nora Ulrey, Madison Niederhauser and More in TEA WITH EDIE AND FITZ
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2013
Dead Writers Theatre Collective presents the Chicago premiere of Adam Pasen's Tea with Edie and Fitz, directed by Jim Schneider, now playing through June 9, at the Greenhouse Theater Complex, 2257 North Lincoln Ave. Tea with Edie and Fitz chronicles the tempestuous meeting of literary icons Edith Wharton (Judith Hoppe) and F. Scott Fitzgerald (Madison Niederhauser) at her estate for tea in the 1920s. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below. (more...)
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Photo Coverage: Brynn O'Malley, Kacie Sheik & More in IF IT ONLY EVEN RUNS A MINUTE 11
by Jessica Gordon - Apr 26, 2013
If It Only Even Runs A Minute 11 is the eleventh edition of the Bistro Award-winning series of rare songs, behind-the-scenes tales, and inspiring photos from Broadway musicals that may not have been fully appreciated the first time around. The most recent show featured a cast reunion of the entire original cast of Maltby & Shire's Starting Here, Starting Now: Loni Ackerman, George Lee Andrews, and Margery Cohen, who shared stories about creating the show and singing numbers that they originated in 1977. BroadwayWorld was there for the concert and you can check out photos below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: Mona Golabek, Hershey Felder and More at THE PIANIST OF WILLESDEN LANE Opening
by BWW News Desk - Apr 23, 2013
Eighty-Eight Entertainment presents the Chicago Premiere of THE PIANIST OF WILLESDEN LANE, starring internationally-acclaimed storyteller and pianist, Mona Golabek, in a limited engagement at The Royal George Theatre, 1641 North Halsted Street. The press opening was last night, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the opening night celebrations! (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Mona Golabek in THE PIANIST OF WILLESDEN LANE Chicago Premiere
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2013
Eighty-Eight Entertainment presents the Chicago Premiere of THE PIANIST OF WILLESDEN LANE, starring internationally-acclaimed storyteller and pianist, Mona Golabek, in a limited engagement at The Royal George Theatre, 1641 North Halsted Street. The press opening is tonight, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. The production is adapted and directed by Hershey Felder and based on the book The Children of Willesden Lane by Golabek and Lee Cohen. The Chicago premiere follows successful productions in Los Angeles and Boston. BroadwayWorld has a first look at Golabek onstage below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Bergen County Players' BOEING BOEING
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2013
The Bergen County Players (BCP) of Oradell concludes its 80th mainstage season with a limited engagement of Marc Camoletti's Tony Award-winning acclaimed non-stop farce Boeing Boeing, directed by Alyson Cohn. Doors will slam and laughs will fly at the Little Firehouse Theatre on Kinderkamack Road in Oradell from May 4th through June 2nd. Get a first look at the cast below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: IRON MAN 3 Wraps Up World Tour
by Movies News Desk - Apr 19, 2013
Marvel's IRON MAN 3 world tour ended yesterday in London as cast members Robert Downey Jr., Gywneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Ben Kingsley and Rebecca Hall were joined by director/screenwriter Shane Black and screenwriter Drew Pearce for a press conference and special screening. Check out photos from the event below! (more...)
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Photo Coverage: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Cast Unveils Portrait at Tony's di Napoli
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 4, 2013
Yesterday, April 3, Tony's di Napoli Restaurant Times Square presented the addition of a new portrait to their Broadway Wall of Fame, honoring the stars and cast of the legendary Broadway musical, 'Phantom of the Opera' starring Hugh Panaro and Samantha Hill. BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling and you can check out photo coverage below! (more...)
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Photo Coverage: Louis Vuitton Alma Bag Ad Campaign
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2013
Louis Vuitton debuted the Alma bag in 1934 and now it has its very own campaign. The tag line is 'Chic on the bridge' with images of landmarks in Paris, New York and Shanghai. The ad is slated to run in an array of May magazines, starting with British Elle this week. (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Trap Door Theatre's 'THE WORD PROGRESS ON MY MOTHER'S LIPS'
by BWW News Desk - Mar 26, 2013
The Trap Door Theatre presents 'the word progress on my mother's lips doesn't ring true', written by Matei Visniec, translated by Joyce Nettles and directed by Istvan Szabo K, featuring Antonio Brunetti, Malcolm Callan, Simina Contras, Kevin Cox, John Kahara, Beata Pilch and Nicole Wiesner. The production will open Thursday, April 4 and runs through Saturday, April 13, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: Jay Sean Helps Chateau Nightclub & Gardens Celebrate Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2013
Last night, Chateau Nightclub & Gardens at Paris Las Vegas celebrated its anniversary party as they welcomed multi-platinum selling artist Jay Sean as he took over the Rooftop for a special live performance. Arriving to the Las Vegas hot spot around midnight the pop sensation had hundreds of fans screaming his name as he made his way through the masses and to his VIP booth. Becoming center of attention, the talented singer had all of his admirers flocking to his booth to catch a glimpse of the British heartthrob. Scroll down for photos from his appearance! (more...)
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Photo Flash: JERSEY BOYS Las Vegas Honors Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons with Star on 'Las Vegas Walk of Stars'
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2013
On Thursday, March 21, 2013 the smash-hit show JERSEY BOYS celebrated its fifth anniversary in Las Vegas by presenting a star to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons on the "Las Vegas Walk of Stars" outside of the show's home, Paris Las Vegas. Original Four Seasons group members Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio were at the event to receive the commemorative star. It was the 64th star to be unveiled on Las Vegas Boulevard. Scroll down for photos from the event! (more...)
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Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with York Theatre's SILK STOCKINGS
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2013
The York Theatre Company concludes the Winter 2013 Musicals in Mufti Series with the 1955 musical gem, Silk Stockings that has book by George S. Kaufman, Leueen MacGrath and Abe Burrows and music & lyrics by Cole Porter. Directed by Stuart Ross, and with music direction by David Snyder, the production will feature Erin Davie, Ben Davis, Erick Devine, Erica Dorfler, David Garrison, Leah Hocking, Andrew Kluger, Mark Price, Kilty Reidy, Danny Rutigliano, Alet Taylor, and Stephen Wallem. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsal below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Steven Webb and Zoe George in QUASIMODO at King's Head Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2013
Quasimodo, the last great unproduced musical by Oliver! composer Lionel Bart, is getting its World Premiere, 50 years after it was written. In a major coup for the King's Head Theatre in London, Quasimodo will play for a 4-week season from last night, 20 March through 13 April 2013. Scroll below for a first look at the show's stars Steven Webb and Zoe George! (more...)
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