April Fools: 'TOMMY, Can You Hear Me?' Reality Show To Air by Craig Brockman - March 31, 2007 On the heels of 'You're The One That I Want,' FOX Broadcasting has just announced that they will launch their own Broadway related casting show for the upcoming revival of The Who's TOMMY slated for a Broadway bow in late '08. The show, entitled 'See Me, Hear Me' will begin a nationwide casting call beginning in May. "Annie": Old-fashioned Sweetness and Fun by James Howard - March 21, 2007 WHO: The National Touring Company WHAT: Annie WHEN: Through March 25; Weds - Sat at 8PM, Sat at 2PM, Sun at 1PM and 6:30PM WHERE: Hippodrome Theatre, Baltimore HOW MUCH: $25.00 - $65.00 + fees The Color Purple Tour Plays Chicago 4/17-7/22 by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2007 The first North American Tour of the Broadway smash hit The Color Purple will premiere at Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre (151 W. Randolph St.) April, 17 through July 22, 2007. Tarzan Stars to Perform at World of Disney on March 15 by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2007 Josh Strickland and Jenn Gambatese, also known as Tarzan and Jane, and Michael Lassell, author of Disney Editions' book 'TARZAN: The Broadway Adventure' are swinging onto Fifth Avenue for an afternoon event featuring a theatrical performance, book signing and question and answer session at the World of Disney New York City. (5th Avenue and 55th Street). Jennifer Hudson Hoping to do Jackie Robinson Film by BWW News Desk - March 6, 2007 Dreamgirls star Jennifer Hudson, tells Access Hollywood that she's hoping to take on an unnamed role in the upcoming Jackie Robinson bio pic. Maroulis, Huberman, Etc. Set for Bway Purim Shpiel, 3/4 by BWW News Desk - March 1, 2007 Cast members from Broadway shows Chicago, Jersey Boys and The Wedding Singer will join 'American Idol's Constantine Maroulis and 'Broadway Idol' Jacklyn Huberman in the '3rd Annual Broadway Purim Shpiel' at the Hudson Theatre, Monday, March 4, 2007 at 7pm Bayardelle, Williams, London Set for Color Purple Tour by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2007 A starry cast has been assembled for the upcoming national tour of the Broadway hit The Color Purple, which will begin at Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre on April 17th, running through July 22nd. Frenchie Davis to Leave the Cast of 'Rent' on May 24 by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2007 May 24th will mark Frenchie Davis' last performance in Rent, according to the performer's blog. Jennifer Hudson Wins Best Supporting Actress Oscar by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2007 Dreamgirls star Jennifer Hudson, who plays Effie Melody White in the hit film, has just been announced as the winner of the Best Supporting Actress Oscar Hudson & Murphy Featured on Breakfast with the Arts, 2/25 by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2007 Jennifer Hudson and Eddie Murphy - both of whom may be taking home golden statuettes this Oscar Sunday - will be featured on A&E's 'Breakfast with the Arts' on Sunday morning, February 25th. American Idol's Fantasia Barrino to Join The Color Purple by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2007 Following an inspiring live performance on American Idol tonight, Thursday, February 22, 2007 at 8PM EST (8PM PST tape-delayed) on FOX TV, as well as an interview and performance scheduled to air on The Oprah Winfrey Show Wednesday, February 28, 2007 (check local listings), the producers of THE COLOR PURPLE confirm that American Idol Season 3 winner Fantasia Barrino is set to make her Broadway debut in the starring role of Celie beginning Tuesday, April 10, 2007. Marshall Heats Up The Stage in 'Brel' by TJ Fitzgerald - February 19, 2007 Chanteuse Gay Marshall discusses her recent run in the revival of 'Jacques Brel is Alive and Well...' TV EXCLUSIVE: One Night Only - Effie Meets Effie Preview by Craig Brockman - February 17, 2007 Catch this Exclusive Sneak Peek of BET's hot new reality show, 'One Night Only' before this episode airs on February 20th. Featured on this episode is Golden Globe, SAG Award-winning and Academy Award Nominee Jennifer Hudson giving a one-on-one coaching session to student performer, Chrishira. You can only see it right here on BroadwayWorld.com! Photo Coverage: Diana DeGarmo Departs Hairspray by Linda Lenzi - February 15, 2007 On February 13th, Hairspray bid a fond farewell to Diana DeGarmo and welcomed film star Alexa Vega, who succeeded DeGarmo as Penny Pingleton Fantasia Barrino to Join The Color Purple This Spring? by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2007 Fantasia Barrino may be the latest 'American Idol' veteran to find work on Broadway, if she is cast as Celie in The Color Purple 'Brel' Featured on Radio Show, Hosts Valentine's Day Fête by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2007 The New York radio station WBAI-FM (99.5) has announced that it will offer up a special one-hour broadcast celebrating the current revival of Jaques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris. Rudetsky to Host NEFCA's Broadway Purim Shpiel, 3/4 by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2007 The NEFCA (National Endowment for the Cultural Arts) will present the 3rd Annual Broadway Purim Shpiel on March 4th at the Hudson Theatre American Idol Finalist Fedorov Joins The Fantasticks May 1 by BWW News Desk - February 8, 2007 The producers of the new production of THE FANTASTICKS, the world's longest running musical, are proud to announce that 'American Idol' Top-Four Finalist, Anthony Fedorov, will step into the role of 'Matt' on Tuesday, May 1, 2007. Constantine Maroulis is at The After Party, February 9 by BWW News Desk - February 6, 2007 Constantine Maroulis guests at the After Party on February 9th Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Flourishing at The Zipper by Michael Dale - February 1, 2007 New cast members Jayne Paterson, Constantine Maroulis and Rick Hip-Flores join Robert Cuccioli and Gay Marshall in director Gordon Greenberg's emotional carousel ride Hudson to Perform at the Oscars and Record Solo Album by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2007 Golden Globe- and SAG Award-winner Jennifer Hudson will cap an upcoming performance at the Academy Awards with a trip to the recording studio for her debut solo album. Full Casting Announced for Toronto's We Will Rock You by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2007 David and Ed Mirvish have announced the complete all-Canadian cast of We Will Rock You. Neuwirth, Llana, Roberts, Etc. Join 'Bway Backwards 2' by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2007 More performers have been added to 'Broadway Backwards 2,' the star-studded benefit that will take place Monday, February 26 at 37 Arts (450 West 37th Street). Beechman's Feb. Line-Up Includes 'After Party' with Maroulis by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2007 The West Bank Café has announces upcoming performances to be presented in The Laurie Beechman Theatre ActorQuest - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Bway 4 by Kristin Huffman - January 26, 2007 This November, Kristin Huffman made her Broadway debut as Sarah (flute, piccolo and sax) in John Doyle's production of Company. The actress continues her collection of stories about a 15-year career that has led her to the door of the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. |
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