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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Anna-Jane Casey, Kevin Wathen and More Join West End's BILLY ELLIOT
by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2013
From 13 May 2013 Anna-Jane Casey will join the West End cast of Billy Elliot the Musical at the Victoria Palace Theatre to play Billy's dance teacher Mrs Wilkinson. Also joining the cast are Kevin Wathen as Billy's brother, Tony, Howard Crossley as George and Alexander Loxton as Older Billy. They join current cast members Deka Walmsley who plays Billy's Dad, Kay Milbourne as Dead Mum. Simon Ray Harvey as Mr. Braithwaite and Ann Emery who created the role of Grandma on stage when the show premiered in 2005. Now in its eighth year the internationally award-winning Billy Elliot the Musical is currently booking at the Victoria Palace Theatre to 21 December 2013 and last night welcomed its 4 millionth patron at the Victoria Palace Theatre. (more...)
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MORE PHOTOS: DIRTY DANCING Meets the Press; Show Opens 7/4
by Oliver Oliveros - Mar 15, 2013
Lunchbox Theatrical Productions, Hi-Definition Radio Inc., and Concertus Manila, the team that brought mega-musicals 'The Phantom of the Opera,' 'Mamma Mia,' and 'Cats' to Manila, open the screen-to-stage adaptation of 'Dirty Dancing' at the Cultural Center of the Philippines on Thursday, July 4 (22 performances only). (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Jessica Lee Goldyn, Nathaniel Shaw and More in Fulton Theatre's A CHORUS LINE
by BWW News Desk - Mar 14, 2013
The Fulton Theatre continues its 2012/2013 season with a newly refreshed production of A Chorus Line, directed and choreographed by the Fulton's Artistic Director, Marc Robin. The production is a departure from what audiences may already be familiar with-the original staging and choreography by the show's creator, Michael Bennett. Featuring brand new choreography, Robin envisions a fresh take on the production. BroadwayWorld has a first look below. (more...)
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In The Spotlight Series: Charlotte d'Amboise
by Walter McBride - Mar 12, 2013
The Music Box Theatre will soon be home to The American Repertory Theatre production of Roger O. Hirson and Stephen Schwartz's Pippin, directed by Diane Paulus. Check out a photo of cast member Charlotte d'Amboise from PIPPIN's open rehearsal on March 8, 2013, in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride below! (more...)
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Photo Coverage: Felines Gather to Play 'Cat' in BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY'S!
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 14, 2013
The world premiere of Tony Award winning playwright Richard Greenberg's new play, Breakfast at Tiffany's, just held a casting call to find the perfect cat to take on the iconic role of 'Cat.' Felines with Broadway dreams were encouraged to submit a photo and were invited to a casting session yesterday. Check out photos of the contenders below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: RULES OF ENGAGEMENT's 'Cats & Dogs'
by TV News Desk - Feb 7, 2013
On RULES OF ENGAGEMENT's upcoming episode, titled 'Cats and Dogs,' when Liz decides to have a baby, she turns to Russell as the last resort. Meanwhile, Jeff's advice to Timmy to act like an alpha dog to attract a co-worker back fires, on Monday, Feb. 18 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on CBS. (more...)
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Photo Flash: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF's Benjamin Walker, Emily Bergl and More Join Jim Caruso's Cast Party at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2013
Cast Party host Jim Caruso turned one year older this past week, so the Monday night 'extreme' open mic was awash in birthday balloons and party hats. The cast of the Broadway production of Cat on a Hot Tin Roofshowed up to celebrate their success, and their very own 'Brick,' Benjamin Walker, performed a very blue/bluesy 'New York State Of Mind.' Cast member Emily Bergl showed why she's one of the most popular ladies in cabaret when she sang her heart out, too. Scroll below for photos from the concert! (more...)
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Photo Flash: Hannah Waddingham and Alex Bourne in KISS ME KATE
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2013
The dazzling, multi award-winning classic Broadway musical Kiss Me, Kate comes to The Old Vic. This glittering new production, directed by Trevor Nunn, stars Alex Bourne, David Burt, Adam Garcia, Clive Rowe and Hannah Waddingham. Check out photos of the cast in action below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: Opening Night at Marriott Theatre's NOW AND FOREVER
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2013
The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive in Lincolnshire, presents an all-star cast in the World Premiere of NOW AND FOREVER: The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, featuring the legendary composer's greatest musical treasures. The production, which launches the 2013 season, opened last night, January 23 and runs through March 17. BroadwayWorld has photos from the opening below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Marriott Theatre's NOW & FOREVER: THE MUSIC OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER
by BWW News Desk - Jan 18, 2013
The Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive in Lincolnshire, will present an all-star cast in the World Premiere of NOW AND FOREVER: The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, featuring the legendary composer's greatest musical treasures. The production, which launches the 2013 season, will open January 23 and run through March 17. Get a first look at the production in the photos below! (more...)
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Photo Coverage: A HANDFUL OF KEYS Opens Off-Broadway
by Oliver Oliveros - Jan 16, 2013
A HANDFUL OF KEYS, one of South Africa's longest-running two-hander musical revues, which pays humorous tribute to famous classical and contemporary pianists/performers -- from Bach and Beethoven to Elton John and Vanessa Carlton, made its Off-Broadway debut during its special two-night only performance at the York Theatre Company's St. Peter's Church Theatre at CitiCorp in Midtown Manhattan on January 14 to 15. (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at A.D. Players Children's Theater's THUMBELINA
by BWW News Desk - Jan 8, 2013
A. D. Players Children's Theater will continue its season January 15 with the World Premiere of Thumbelina, a new musical adaption of the classic fairy tale, written by former A. D. Players' company member Will Ledesma with music by current company member Braden Hunt. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production in the photos below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre's STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by BWW News Desk - Jan 8, 2013
The 2013 Season is the year that Broadway and Hollywood meet at The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre. For its 19th Anniversary Season, the theatre has a line-up of shows that were hits both on the silver screen and on the Broadway stage. The first of these blockbuster shows, which will open the theatre's new season, is STEEL MAGNOLIAS, one of the most funny and heartwarming plays ever to appear on the stage. Get a first look at the production in the photos below! (more...)
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Photo Flash: First Look at Kristina Wong in CAT LADY at Mad Cat Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2013
How do you get a cat to stop spraying while simultaneously using theater to end existential loneliness AND racism? This frequently asked question is tackled by Kristina Wong in her devastatingly hilarious play Cat Lady which will open Mad Cat Theatre Company's 13th season. Cat Lady explores the parallel worlds of two polar opposite archetypes living at the margins of the dating world - musty cat ladies and the fast-talking male pick-up artists who hunt among them. Get a first look at Wong in the show in the photos below! (more...)
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