Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 4/8

If you haven't had the chance to catch up on your theater news, look no further than today's recap of all things theater - exclusive features, interviews, reviews and more! - around the Broadway World for the week of April 8!

Featured Story of the Week:

BWW Interviews: Brent Crayon Discusses the Life and Crazy Schedule of a Music Director

by Ellen Dostal (Los Angeles)

Atlanta
BWW Interview: Courtenay Collins Discusses GA Ensemble's HELLO DOLLY!, Atlanta Theatre, and Giving Back
by Matt Tamanini

BWW Interviews: For John Markus' Love of BBQ, All Roads Lead to Franken
by Matt Tamanini

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Rehearsals for ZORRO, Opening Tonight!
by Stage Tube

STAGE TUBE: First Look at Adam Jacobs, Natascia Diaz, Andrea Goss and More in ZORRO Highlights
by Stage Tube

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Austin
BWW Reviews: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Rocks Austin
by Jeff Davis

BWW Preview: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET'S Intimate Evening in Austin
by Kathy Strain

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Australia - Brisbane
STAGE TUBE: Kristin Chenoweth to Make Australian Stage Debut in 2013 Adelaide Cabaret Festival!
by Stage Tube

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Australia - Melbourne
BWW Interviews: MISS DAISY Arrives in Melbourne, Icons in Tow
by Jacqueline Bublitz

STAGE TUBE: Kristin Chenoweth to Make Australian Stage Debut in 2013 Adelaide Cabaret Festival!
by Stage Tube

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Australia - Perth
BWW Interviews: MISS DAISY Arrives in Melbourne, Icons in Tow
by Jacqueline Bublitz

STAGE TUBE: Kristin Chenoweth to Make Australian Stage Debut in 2013 Adelaide Cabaret Festival!
by Stage Tube

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Australia - Sydney
STAGE TUBE: Kristin Chenoweth to Make Australian Stage Debut in 2013 Adelaide Cabaret Festival!
by Stage Tube

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Baltimore
BWW Reviews: Iron Crow's SLIPPING Celebrates Self-Realization and Hope
by Giordana Segneri

BWW TV: First Look at Highlights of Arena Stage's THE MOUNTAINTOP
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: First Look at Naomi Jacobson, Sameerah Luqmaan-Harris and More in Highlights of MARY T. & LIZZY K.
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW Reviews: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Signature Theatre is Simply Sensational
by Charles Shubow

BWW Reviews: Superb EQUUS at the Spotlighters
by Tina Saratsiotis

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Boston
BWW REVIEW: 'Raisin,' 'Clybourne Park' End Runs in Boston
by Jan Nargi

STAGE TUBE: Behind-the-Scenes, Meet and Greets and More of Huntington Theatre's M
by Stage Tube

STAGE TUBE: Watch the 2013 Elliot Norton Award Nominations Announcement!
by Stage Tube

BWW REVIEW: BOOK OF MORMON IS GOD AWFUL
by Jan Nargi

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Central Pennsylvania
BWW Reviews: Bernstein's MASS at Penn State a Monumental Undertaking and a Giant Performance
by Marakay Rogers

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Chicago
STAGE TUBE: JUDAS REDUX Creative Team Reacts to Reaching Kickstarter Goal
by Stage Tube

VIDEO: Promo - I'VE GOT A LIFE IN KALAMAZOO Sitcom Reading in Chicago
by TV News Desk

BWW Interviews: Mitchell Jarvis of 4 a.m. Productions' IT COULD BE WORSE
by M. William Panek

Chicago Theatre to Present Roger Ebert Memorial Tribute
by Movies News Desk

STAGE TUBE: Marriott Theatre's SOUTH PACIFIC - Highlights!
by Stage Tube

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for April 10th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson

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China
Sarah Brightman to Headline Closing Ceremony at 2013 Beijing Film Festival, April 23
by Jessica Showers

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Cleveland
BWW Reviews: PERHAPS PERICLES - A Maybe Shakespeare Script at Cesear's Forum
by Roy Berko

BWW Reviews: Actors' Summit's MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD - Delightful, Thought-Provoking
by Roy Berko

BWW Reviews: Compelling WAR HORSE Grasps the Imagination at the Palace
by Roy Berko

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Columbus
BWW Reviews: CATCO Is Kids' SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE, JR. Proves 'Old School' Is Still Way Cool
by Lisa Norris

BWW Interviews: Otterbein University's HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING Is a Tall Order
by Paul Batterson

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Comedy
Comedy Central to Premiere AL MADRIGAL: WHY IS THE RABBIT CRYING?, 4/26
by TV News Desk

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at INSIDE AMY SCHUMER, Premiering 4/30
by Stage Tube

Comedy Central Greenlights New Stand-Up Series ADAM DEVINE'S HOUSE PARTY
by TV News Desk

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - HBO's CONVERSATION WITH LOUIS C.K., Premiering 4/13
by TV News Desk

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Connecticut
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Douglas Sills, Paul Anthony Stewart & More in Long Wharf's RIDE THE TIGER
by Stage Tube

BWW Reviews: THE MOUNTAINTOP at TheaterWorks Hartford Recreates the Room and the Man
by Lauren Yarger

BWW Reviews: RIDE THE TIGER at Long Wharf Theatre
by Sherry Shameer Cohen

A.R. Gurney's THE DINING ROOM Opens at Westport Country Playhouse, 4/30
by Kelsey Denette

BWW Reviews: THE IMMIGRANT at Seven Angels Offers Storytelling at Its Best
by Lauren Yarger

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Dallas
BWW Interviews: Cheryl Allison About Stage, TV & New Film
by Gregory G. Allen

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Denver
BWW TV: Costume Designer, ESosa, Talks Costumes in SENSE AND SENSIBILITY
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW Interviews: The Multi-Talented Marcia Milgrom Dodge on RAGTIME and SENSE AND SENSIBILITY
by Michael Mulhern

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes - SENSE & SENSIBILITY's Creative Team Talks Denver Debut and Broadway Aims
by Stage Tube

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Detroit
BWW Interviews: Universtiy of Michigan Alum Kent Overshown is Excited for MEMPHIS to Arrive in Detroit!
by Katie Laban

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Germany
Leona Lewis auf Tour in Berlin, Hamburg und München
by Marcel Konrath

Meat Loaf auf Abschiedstournee
by Marcel Konrath

STAGE TUBE: New Look at ROCKY Das Musical
by Stage Tube

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Houston
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek and Trailer - Bayou City Theatrics' AIDA
by Stage Tube

BWW Reviews: Stages' DOLLHOUSE - A Suspenseful, Thrilling Ride
by David Clarke

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Music Box Theater's THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Stage Tube

BWW Reviews: HGO's THE MEMORY STONE is Haunting, Gorgeous, and Spellbinding
by David Clarke

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Italy
STAGE TUBE: FANTASMI A ROMA - Il Trailer 2.0!
by Nino Prattico

BWW Reviews: Ciao Amore Ciao
by Nino Prattico

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Long Island
Photo Coverage: Phil Donahue Screens BODY OF WAR at The Gold Coast International Film Festival
by Stephen Sorokoff

BWW Reviews: Norm Foster's SINNERS - Chaotic Hilarity At The Bay Way
by Melissa Giordano

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Los Angeles
BWW Interviews: International Singing Sensation Ramin Karimloo Talks About Bluegrass and His SRO Concerts at Sterling's Upstairs at the Federal
by Don Grigware

BWW Reviews: ORANGE FLOWER WATER Takes a Brutally Honest Look at Marriage and Infidelity
by Shari Barrett

BWW Reviews: Stunning Opening for Sustaining Sound Theatre Company
by Don Grigware

BWW Reviews: BELZ! THE JEWISH VAUDEVILLE MUSICAL is Jam-Packed with Classic Jokes and Memorable Yiddish Songs
by Shari Barrett

BWW TV: Sneak Peek of AMERICAN BUFFALO at Geffen Playhouse
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: First Look at Ron Eldard, Freddy Rodriguez and More in AMERICAN BUFFALO at Geffen Playhouse
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW Reviews: Kritzerland Salutes Comden and Green: It's a Perfect Relationship
by Don Grigware

Photo Coverage: LITTLE WOMEN, THE BROADWAY MUSICAL Celebrates Their Spectacular Opening Night
by Shari Barrett

BWW Interviews: Brent Crayon Discusses the Life and Crazy Schedule of a Music Director
by Ellen Dostal

BWW Reviews: Limited Return to Pantages of Arthur Laurents' Latest WEST SIDE STORY
by Don Grigware

Enter to Win Tickets to See FELA! Starring Michelle Williams at the Ahmanson!
by Contests

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Madison
Regional Theater of the Week: American Players Theatre in Spring Green, WI
by BWW Features

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Mesa
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes - Mesa Encore Theatre's SPRING AWAKENING, Opening Tonight
by Stage Tube

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Mexico
La ENAT celebró el Día Mundial del Teatro 2013
by Clemente Sanchez

Día Mundial del Teatro 2013 - Manifiesto en español desde ITI (Unesco)
by Clemente Sanchez

BWWExtra! BWWExtra! El Violinista en el Tejado anuncia la grabación del reparto original México
by Clemente Sanchez

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Miami
BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT- Episode 8!
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Montreal
BWW Interview: Montreal Sound Designer Michel Robidoux Talks About GOLD MOUNTAIN and the Creative Process
by Krista Garver

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Movies
VIDEO: First Look - James Gandolfini Stars in DOWN THE SHORE
by Movies News Desk

Rob Schneider, Aisha Tyler to Host GOLDEN TRAILER AWARDS; 2013 Nominees Announced
by Movies News Desk

Rob Thomas Gives Update on VERONICA MARS Film
by Movies News Desk

VIDEO: First Look - Chloe Moretz Featured in All-New CARRIE Trailer
by Movies News Desk

Jessica Chastain in Final Talks to Star in del Toro Thriller CRIMSON PEAKS
by Movies News Desk

Academy Announces Deadlines for 2013 Nicholl Fellowship Screenwriting Competition
by Movies News Desk

BWW TV: WHITE HOUSE DOWN Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: TAI CHI HERO Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Watch a Sneak Peek from PLANES!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: VIOLETA WENT TO HEAVEN Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: LET ME EXPLAIN Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Watch a Clip from THE COMPANY YOU KEEP
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: PARADISE LOVE Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: AN OVERSIMPLIFICATION OF HER BEAUTY Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Watch a Clip from THE STORY OF LUKE
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Trailer Released for CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Trailer Released for DEAD MAN'S BURDEN
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Trailer Released for FISTS OF LEGEND
by BroadwayWorld TV

Photo Flash: Poster and Stills from BIG BAD WOLVES, Debuting at 2013 Tribeca Film Festival
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look at 'Beast' in X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST!
by Movies News Desk

Tony Stark Takes Over AMC Theatres with IRON MAN Marathon, 5/2
by Movies News Desk

Andrew Lloyd Webber To Bring SCHOOL OF ROCK To The Stage
by Pat Cerasaro

Bradley Cooper to Replace Jude Law in JANE GOT A GUN
by Movies News Desk

OLD DOGS & NEW TRICKS' Leads to Appear in HOT GUYS WITH GUNS Film, Spring 2013
by TV News Desk

L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center Screens I STAND CORRECTED; Jennifer Leitham to Play at Reception Tonight
by Movies News Desk

InDepth InterView: Jeremy Jordan Talks NY Pops THE WIZARD & I Schwartz Gala, SMASH, LAST FIVE YEARS Film, NEWSIES & More
by Pat Cerasaro

NewFilmmakers NY to Kick Off Spring 2013 Screening Series This Weekend, 4/7
by Movies News Desk

Allison Janney in Talks to Join Melissa McCarthy & Susan Sarandon in TAMMY
by Movies News Desk

Roger Ebert's Funeral Set for April 8 in Chicago
by Movies News Desk

Queensland's Great Neck Arts Center Screens BODY OF WAR; Host Q&A with Producer Phil Donahue Today
by Movies News Desk

BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE Screening and Talk Back Set for Schoolhouse Theater Today
by Movies News Desk

New-York Historical Society Screens Yom haShoah's A JOURNEY WITH A PURPOSE Tonight
by Movies News Desk

William Shatner's STAR TREK Phaser Rifle Sells for $231,000 at Auction
by Movies News Desk

Sarah Brightman to Headline Closing Ceremony at 2013 Beijing Film Festival, April 23
by Jessica Showers

EVIL DEAD is Most Definitely Alive; Remake Wins Weekend Box Office with $26 Million
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: Robert Downey Jr. Promotes IRON MAN 3 in China
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: Robert Downey Jr. Visits Beijing to Promote Marvel's IRON MAN 3
by Movies News Desk

'The Iron Lady' Margaret Thatcher Dies at 87
by Movies News Desk

Chicago Theatre to Present Roger Ebert Memorial Tribute
by Movies News Desk

VIDEO: First Look - International Trailer for Ron Howard's RUSH
by

Submissions Now Open for 2nd Annual Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival
by Movies News Desk

Peter Fonda to Star in Reelworks Studios THE ULTIMATE LIFE
by Movies News Desk

Barbra Streisand Out as Director of SKINNY AND CAT Film
by Movies News Desk

DAVE Wins Audience Award at 2013 Durango Independent Film Festival
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - All New Posters for Baz Luhrmann's THE GREAT GATSBY
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - Benedict Cumberbatch Featured in New STAR TREK Poster
by Movies News Desk

THE GODFATHER to Return to Screens for Cinemark's Classic Series, 4/10
by Movies News Desk

Production Underway for 2nd Installment of Marvel's CAPTAIN AMERICA
by Movies News Desk

Film Society of Lincoln Center Announces 'Green Screens' Environmental Film Series
by Movies News Desk

Meryl Streep Reacts to Passing of Margaret Thatcher
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - Armie Hammer Featured in New Poster for THE LONE RANGER
by Movies News Desk

The Academy Announces Naming Of The David Geffen Theater
by Movies News Desk

'Beach Party' Star Annette Funicello Dies at Age 70
by Movies News Desk

Open Road Films Acquires Rights to A HAUNTED HOUSE Sequel
by Movies News Desk

Yael Melamede is First Israeli to Produce Oscar Winning Film INOCENTE
by Movies News Desk

VIDEO: BWW Salutes Career of Annette Funicello
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Poster for Neill Blomkamp's ELYSIUM Unveiled
by Movies News Desk

Theaters Nationwide to Host Sneak Peek of Sundance Channel's New Series RECTIFY, 4/16
by TV News Desk

MTV to Premiere Exclusive Clip of Seth Rogen's THIS IS THE END Tonight
by TV News Desk

Johnny Depp In New LONE RANGER Poster
by Pat Cerasaro

LINCOLN Leads Movies-On-Demand Titles, Week Ending 3/31
by Movies News Desk

Reliance MediaWorks Taps Hollywood VFX Vet George Murphy as Chief Creative Officer
by Movies News Desk

Megan Mullally & More In KINGS OF SUMMER Promo
by Pat Cerasaro

Japanese Star Tomomi Kahala Covers LES MISERABLES Hit
by Pat Cerasaro

Moore & Skarsgard In New WHAT MAISIE KNEW Clips
by Pat Cerasaro

EVIL DEAD's Jessica Lucas Joins Paul W.S. Anderson's POMPEII
by Movies News Desk

Luke Evans to Lead Universal's DRACULA
by Movies News Desk

ONE NIGHT STAND to Open 4/26 at NYC's QUAD Cinema
by Movies News Desk

Universal's PLANET OCEAN Comes to Blu-ray/DVD Today
by Movies News Desk

VIDEO: First Look - New TV Spot for MAN OF STEEL
by Movies News Desk

James Franco to Receive Ally Award at 15th Annual Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival
by Movies News Desk

AN AMERICAN GIRL: Saige Paints the Sky Coming to Blu-ray/DVD & Video Download, 7/2
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - Matt Damon Featured in ELYSIUM Poster
by Movies News Desk

The CARY GRANT FILM COLLECTION Now Available on DVD
by Movies News Desk

VIDEO: First Look - Trailer for CHEECH & CHONG Animated Movie, Coming to Theaters 4/18
by Movies News Desk

VIDEO: First Look - New TV Spot for IRON MAN 3
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Emma Stone, Olivia Wilde to Host EIF Revlon Run Walk NYC, 5/4
by TV News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - Bradley Cooper Featured in New HANGOVER III Poster
by Movies News Desk

Michael Lynton Renews Contract as CEO Of Sony Entertainment
by Movies News Desk

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING To Open Seattle Film Festival, Whedon & Cast Attend
by Pat Cerasaro

Photo Flash: Alec Baldwin & More in First Stills of Woody Allen's BLUE JASMINE
by Movies News Desk

New International Trailer For THE GREAT GATSBY
by Pat Cerasaro

VIDEO: Behind-the-Scenes Look at IRON MAN 3, Feat. Downey Jr. & More
by Movies News Desk

First Trailer For New Fellowes ROMEO & JULIET
by Pat Cerasaro

James Franco to Receive Ally Award at 2013 Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, 4/27
by Movies News Desk

Mark Wahlberg to Debut New Clip of PAIN AND GAIN on MTV Tonight
by Movies News Desk

Molly Ringwald Talks Singing Sondheim
by Pat Cerasaro

VIDEO: First Look - Emma Roberts & John Cusack in ADULT WORLD
by Movies News Desk

Anne Hathaway to Join Matthew McConaughey for Christopher Nolan's INTERSTELLAR
by Movies News Desk

Jim Carrey Set for Summit's RICKY STANICKY
by Movies News Desk

Edgar Oliver and Elisa Matula Star in LOVE IS BLACK WATER, Premiering at Dixon Place, 5/2
by Movies News Desk

VIDEO: First Trailer for Neill Blomkamp's ELYSIUM Released!
by Movies News Desk

Rebel Wilson, Bryan Cranston & Mads Mikkelsen Join DreamWorks' KUNG FU PANDA 3
by Movies News Desk

Triple Horse Studios Releases A CRY FOR JUSTICE Movie Based on Jackie Carpenter's Books
by TV News Desk

THE GODFATHER Returns to Screens for Cinemark's Classic Series Today
by Movies News Desk

Gold Mining Documentary GOLD METHOD Launches on Kickstarter
by Movies News Desk

First-Ever Animated Documentary ACTOR? to Screen at Cannes
by Movies News Desk

Disney Invites Fans to Take to the Skies with New PLANES Video Game
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: Harrison Ford & More Attend Red Carpet Premiere of '42'
by Movies News Desk

VIDEO: First Look - International TV Spot for FAST & FURIOUS 6
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Garret Dillahunt, Jake Abel to Star In WWII Thriller GHOSTS OF THE PACIFIC
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - Matt Damon Stars in Sci-fi Thriller ELYSIUM
by Movies News Desk

ABC to Air Animated Comedy OVER THE HEDGE, 4/27
by TV News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - Zach Galifianakis Featured in New HANGOVER III Poster
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - Ruth Wilson Featured in LONE RANGER Poster Art
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Image Revealed for HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE
by Movies News Desk

Pedro Almodovar's I'M SO EXCITED to Premiere at 2013 Los Angeles Film Festival
by Movies News Desk

Carrie Underwood Teases Starring In New SOUND OF MUSIC
by Pat Cerasaro

Whoopi Goldberg, Eva Longoria & More Among 2013 Tribeca Film Festival Jurors
by Movies News Desk

Eisenberg & Redgrave Discuss THE REVISIONIST
by Pat Cerasaro

IRON MAN 3 Extended Clip to Debut on 2013 MTV MOVIE AWARDS, 4/14
by Movies News Desk

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - New IRON MAN 3 Clip to Air on MTV MOVIE AWARDS
by Movies News Desk

ALTERED STATES to Screen with Live Orchestra at Fulcrum Point, 4/23
by Movies News Desk

Aubrey Plaza to Debut New Clip of THE TO DO LIST on MTV Tonight
by TV News Desk

Joseph Gordon-Levitt's DON JON to Hit Theaters in October
by Movies News Desk

Public Memorial for Roger Ebert Set for Tomorrow in Chicago
by Movies News Desk

Hailee Steinfeld to Join Tommy Lee Jones & Meryl Streep in THE HOMESMAN
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: New Photos from MAN OF STEEL Revealed!
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - New Poster Revealed for Joss Whedon's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
by Movies News Desk

BWW Interviews: Cheryl Allison About Stage, TV & New Film
by Gregory G. Allen

VIDEO: Harrison Ford Talks STAR WARS Return on 'Letterman'
by TV News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - New Photos Revealed for Ron Howard's RUSH
by Movies News Desk

Film Society of Lincoln Center Announces Line Up for Open Roads: New Italian Cinema
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look - Poster for James Franco's THE DIRECTOR
by Movies News Desk

BWW TV: Trailer Released for THE WAY, WAY BACK
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Trailer Released for IT'S A DISASTER
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: FILLY BROWN Trailer Released!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Watch a Clip from NO PL ACE ON EARTH
by BroadwayWorld TV

VIDEO: First Look - All-New Trailer for HANGOVER PART III!
by Movies News Desk

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CBS Will Not Air Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade This Year

Parade viewers will see fewer Broadway performances on television this year. According to the official CBS schedule, CBS will not air the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade live in 2024.

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Joel Grey Says Audiences Should 'Heed CABARET's Warning'

In an op-ed in the New York Times, Cabaret's original Emcee Joel Grey stated that audiences should 'heed' the 'warning' of the musical after the recent re-election of Donald Trump.

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Photos: Stars Arrive at DEATH BECOMES HER on Opening Night

Stars came out for the opening of DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of Kelly Rowland, Tina Knowles, Tina Fey, Brooke Shields, and more as they arrive on the opening night red carpet here!

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Blue Man Group to End New York and Chicago Runs After Over 30 Years

Blue Man Group, the renowned theatrical troupe known for its wordless performances featuring drum-beating and paint-splashing bald blue characters, will conclude its New York run on February 2.