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Lea Salonga, George Takei and Telly Leung Lead ALLEGIANCE NYC Reading

The Broadway-bound show is in the midst of a New York City developmental lab through May 17, and a production source tells BroadwayWorld.com that ALLEGIANCE is aiming for Broadway, possibly in the spring of 2014. The source cautions that there's numerous variables including star schedules and theatre availability that need to line up, so there is yet no official plan. (more...)

ALLEGIANCE Sets Sights on Broadway in Spring 2014

The Broadway-bound show is in the midst of a New York City developmental lab through May 17, and a production source tells BroadwayWorld.com that ALLEGIANCE is aiming for Broadway, possibly in the spring of 2014. The source cautions that there's numerous variables including star schedules and theatre availability that need to line up, so there is yet no official plan. (more...)

Broadway-Bound ALLEGIANCE to Hold NYC Developmental Lab in April

Now according to an Equity casting notice, the Broadway-bound show will hold a New York City developmental lab April 27 through May 17. (more...)

BWW Review: A Disappointing Dose Of Reality! Prince Poppycock, Frenchie Davis and More at The McCallum

For those who are fans of reality television - in particular 'reality competition' television - last night was a 'must see' evening in the theatre that featured finalists from three of prime time's most popular shows - American Idol, America's Got Talent and, the one I actually, personally, enjoy - The Voice. For me, this 'dose of Reality' was more than a little disappointing. Despite the high quality of the performers, it felt more like a 'high school talent show' than a professional production - and, in fact, I have seen a few high school talent shows that had a more slick and professional flair. It was weak form both a technical and directorial perspective and might as well have been produced at a county fair than in the beautiful McCallum - or, in fact, any other professional theatre. I think at a county fair I would have been more forgiving because the barre would have been set low enough that they might have had a chance of reaching it. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: George Takei Talks ALLEGIANCE on CBS New York

The World Premiere of the Broadway-bound Allegiance - A New American Musical ended its extended run at San Diego's Old Globe on October 28, 2012. The musical starred television and film icon George Takei, Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga and Broadway favorite Telly Leung. Takei just appeared on CBS New York to talk about his role in Allegiance. Click below to watch the interview! (more...)

Broadway-Bound ALLEGIANCE Ends Extended Run at the Old Globe Today, 10/28

The Old Globe's World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical ends its extended run today, October 28. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: George Takei Talks ALLEGIANCE on San Diego 6

The Old Globe presents the World Premiere of Allegiance ? A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. As previously announced, television and film icon George Takei, Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga and Broadway favorite Telly Leunghead up The Cast. In the video below, George Takei chats with San Diego 6 about the new show. Check out the full interview below! (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of ALLEGIANCE at the Old Globe

The Old Globe presents the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. As previously announced, television and film icon George Takei, Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga and Broadway favorite Telly Leunghead up The Cast. BroadwayWorld has a video below of KPBS arts reporter Beth Accomando, who goes behind the scenes of the Allegiance at the Globe. (more...)

Photo Exclusive: George Takei, Lea Salonga, Telly Leung and the Cast of ALLEGIANCE Meet Their Fans!

The Old Globe presents the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. As previously announced, television and film icon George Takei, Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga and Broadway favorite Telly Leung head up The Cast. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: THE DOOMSDAY DIARIES Pays Homage to Broadway Diva Lea Salonga

THE DOOMSDAY DIARIES, a hilarious vBlog that vows to make a daily video entry until the Mayan Apocalypse at www.youtube.com/THEDOOMSDAYDIARIES, has just posted its homage to one of its favorite Broadway divas, Lea Salonga, who is currently playing a Japanese American internee in the world premiere of ALLEGIANCE: A NEW AMERICAN MUSICAL at the Old Globe in San Diego, California until Sunday, October 28. (more...)

Broadway-Bound ALLEGIANCE Extends Run at the Old Globe Through 10/28

The Old Globe today announced that the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical will receive an additional week of performances and will now run through October 28. (more...)

BWW TV Exclusive: Telly Leung, Lea Salonga & George Takei Talk Broadway-Bound ALLEGIANCE at the Old Globe

The Old Globe presents the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. As previously announced, television and film icon George Takei, Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga and Broadway favorite Telly Leung head up The cast. Our own BroadwayWorld correspondent, Audra Stafford, gives you exclusive interviews with Telly Leung, Lea Salogna and George Takei. (more...)

Photo Flash: George Takei, Lea Salonga, Telly Leung and More in Opening Night of Old Globe's ALLEGIANCE!

The Old Globe presents the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. As previously announced, television and film icon George Takei, Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga and Broadway favorite Telly Leung head up the cast. BroadwayWord brings you a first look at the just-released opening night shots below! (more...)

BWW TV: First Look at George Takei, Lea Salonga, Telly Leung and More in the Old Globe's Broadway Bound ALLEGIANCE - Performance Highlights

The Old Globe presents the World Premiere of Allegiance -- A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. Allegiance -- A New American Musical will run on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, Sept. 7 -- Oct. 21, 2012. Tickets can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show. Check out the videos below! (more...)

Photo Flash: First Look at George Takei, Lea Salonga, Telly Leung in ALLEGIANCE- Production Shots!

The Old Globe presents the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. As previously announced, television and film icon George Takei, Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga and Broadway favorite Telly Leung head up the cast. BroadwayWord brings you a first look at the Broadway-bound show with just-released production shots below! (more...)

ALLEGIANCE, Led by Lea Salonga, George Takei and More, Begins Today at the Old Globe - Get a Sneak Peek!

The Old Globe presents the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. As previously announced, television and film icon George Takei, Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga and Broadway favorite Telly Leung head up the cast. (more...)

In Rehearsal with the Cast of Broadway-Bound ALLEGIANCE- Photo and Video Preview!

The Old Globe presents the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. As previously announced, television and film icon George Takei, Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga and Broadway favorite Telly Leung head up the cast. BroadwayWord brings you a first look at the Broadway-bound show with behind the scenes rehearsal photos and a preview of 'The Mountain's Heart.' Check them out below! (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Meet the Cast and Creative Team of ALLEGIANCE - Lea Salonga, George Takei & More!

The Old Globe announced on Friday, August 3, the complete cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. As previously announced, television and film icon George Takei, Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga and Broadway favorite Telly Leung head up the cast. Meet Takei, Salonga, Leung, and the rest of the cast and creative team in the video below! (more...)

Photos: George Takei, Lea Salonga and More to Lead The Old Globe's ALLEGIANCE; Full Cast and Creative Team Announced!

The Old Globe today announced the complete cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical, an epic story of family, love and patriotism set during the Japanese American internment of World War II. Directed by Stafford Arima, with music and lyrics by Jay Kuo and book by Marc Acito, Kuo and Lorenzo Thione, the production features choreography by Andrew Palermo and music supervision, arrangements and orchestrations by Lynne Shankel. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: George Takei's 'Happy Dance' Celebrates ALLEGIANCE Fundraising!

The Old Globe will open its 2012-13 Winter Season with the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical. Created by Jay Kuo and Lorenzo Thione with music and lyrics by Kuo, the original musical tells the story of a Japanese American family forced into an internment camp during World War II. Directed by Stafford Arima (Carrie, Altar Boyz, West End premiere of Ragtime), the production features musical direction and arrangements by Lynne Shankel (Cry-Baby, Company) and choreography by Christopher Gattelli (Newsies, Godspell, South Pacific). Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Misérables), television and film icon George Takei ('Star Trek,' 'Heroes') and Telly Leung (Godspell, Rent) will star. (more...)

Lea Salonga, George Takei & Telly Leung Lead Broadway-Bound ALLEGIANCE for The Old Globe Next Winter!

The Old Globe will open its 2012-13 Winter Season with the World Premiere of Allegiance - A New American Musical. Created by Jay Kuo and Lorenzo Thione with music and lyrics by Kuo, the original musical tells the story of a Japanese American family forced into an internment camp during World War II. Directed by Stafford Arima (Carrie, Altar Boyz, West End premiere of Ragtime), the production features musical direction and arrangements by Lynne Shankel (Cry-Baby, Company) and choreography by Christopher Gattelli (Newsies, Godspell, South Pacific). Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Miserables), television and film icon George Takei ("Star Trek," "Heroes") and Telly Leung (Godspell, Rent) will star. (more...)

Photo Exclusive: Salonga, Takei, Leung Lead ALLEGIANCE Workshop Presentation

BroadwayWorld.com has been following the progress of Broadway-bound musical, ALLEGIANCE, since its first reading in Los Angeles two years ago up to its final workshop presentation held at the Baryshnikov Arts Center yesterday. What we just saw certainly bore little likeness to its initial working draft while some aspects of the production have remained the same, like its central story on the Japanese American experience during and after the World War II internment; and its composer and lyricist Jay Kuo's uplifting and emotionally charged music and lyrics. (more...)

STAGE TUBE: Lea Salonga Answers Fan Questions!

International star Lea Salonga, singing voice of Disney's Princess Jasmine and Mulan and a Tony and Olivier winner for MISS SAIGON, sat down to answer fan-submitted questions in a contest for LML Music in a promotion for her new album, THE JOURNEY SO FAR. (more...)

Photo Flash: Lea Salonga, Telly Leung and the Cast of ALLEGIANCE Surprise George Takei!

ALLEGIANCE, presented by San Diego's Old Globe, is currently in rehearsals for a workshop to take place in New York City on July 27th and 28th. The cast of ALLEGIANCE surprised fellow cast member George Takei by all wearing 'It's OK to Be Takei' T-shirts. Check out a snapshot below! (more...)

STAGE TUBE: George Takei's 'Road to Broadway' Hits SISTER ACT!

With music and lyrics by Jay Kuo (Insignificant Others, Worlds Apart) and book by Kuo and Thione, 'Allegiance' is a family drama that explores love, loss and heroism during the Japanese American confinement in 1942 of approximately 110,000 Japanese nationals and Japanese Americans in no more than 465 cramped barracks in Wyoming. For more information, visit http://www.allegiancemusical.com. The show is set to hit the Great White Way in two seasons, but in the mean time, star George Takei is seeking other ways to be on Broadway. Check out his SISTER ACT 'debut' below! (more...)