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A.A. Cristi

A.A. Cristi is a Managing Editor and Features Writer for BroadwayWorld. For the past eight years, she has covered news from coast to coast, attended major industry events including The Tony Awards, and has contributed countless special features including interviews, original exclusives, and in-depth historical research projects. She is a graduate of the College of Staten Island with a degree in Communications/Journalism. She has performed both onstage and behind the scenes with La MaMa Experimental Theater Club, Theater For the New City, Midtown International Theater Festival, Richard Frankel Productions, NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Scorpio Entertainment, Commercial Theater Institute, Fringe NYC, Planet Connections Theatre Festivity, and CAGE Theatre Company. When she is not covering the Broadway industry, A.A. is an award-winning children's author whose first book, "Bruce the Spruce: A New York City Fairytale About the True Meaning of Christmas Trees" is out now from Mascot Books.




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VIDEO: Highlights from NEWSIES at Broadway At Music Circus
VIDEO: Highlights from NEWSIES at Broadway At Music Circus
July 11, 2018

The 2018 Broadway At Music Circus season continues with Disney's Newsies, which The New York Times called 'a musical worth singing about!' With a cast that includes Broadway veterans and veterans of the Broadway and national touring productions of Newsies-and featuring the original Tony Award-winning Broadway choreography-the show is sure to be an audience favorite. Performances of Disney's Newsies are Tuesday, July 10 through Sunday, July 15 at the Wells Fargo Pavilion.

DEADPOOL THE MUSICAL Returns With Ultimate Disney Musical Parody Sequel!
DEADPOOL THE MUSICAL Returns With Ultimate Disney Musical Parody Sequel!
July 11, 2018

He's back!  That “Merc with a Mouth” just can't. stop. singing!   Zamurai Productions is excited to announce the official release of their new, entirely fan-created short, “Deadpool The Musical 2 - Ultimate Disney Parody”!

Will Katharine McPhee and Megan Hilty Get Blonde for the BOMBSHELL Musical?
Will Katharine McPhee and Megan Hilty Get Blonde for the BOMBSHELL Musical?
July 11, 2018

Ladies and gentleman, the Bombshell musical is still on! This evening, producer Craig Zadan tweeted about the Broadway-bound endeavor adding what may be an exciting twist!

VIDEO: On This Day, July 11- Robin Williams Takes Broadway By Storm!
VIDEO: On This Day, July 11- Robin Williams Takes Broadway By Storm!
July 11, 2018

On this day in 2002, comedy star Robin Williams headed to Broadway for a limited three-night run at the Broadway Theater! Check out a clip from Robin's legendary stand up comedy tour de force below! (Content warning: NSFW. Explicit language).

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Makes Music On An All-New Episode of NINA'S WORLD
VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Makes Music On An All-New Episode of NINA'S WORLD
July 10, 2018

Song Week is every day this week at 4/3c on Nina's World! Be sure to catch Lin-Manuel Miranda on an special on Friday, July 13th! Check out a sneak peek of animated Lin below on the brand-new episode!

VIDEO: Highlights From MURDER FOR TWO at Marriott Theatre
VIDEO: Highlights From MURDER FOR TWO at Marriott Theatre
July 10, 2018

Combining the perfect mix of music, mayhem and murder, comes the hit musical comedy, Murder for Two, running July 3 through August 26, with a press opening on Wednesday, July 11 at 7:30 p.m. at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Written by Joe Kinosian and Kellen Blair, and featuring two powerhouse actors performing 13 roles and playing the piano throughout, Murder for Two is a modern twist on the classic whodunit, directed by Jeff Award winner Scott Weinstein (Drury Lane: Rock of Ages; Griffin: Ragtime, Violet; National Tour, Las Vegas and Chicago productions of Million Dollar Quartet; world premiere of Baristas at the New York International Fringe Festival), with Music Direction by Matt Deitchman (Marriott Theatre: She Loves Me, Shrek). 

VIDEO: On This Day, July 10- Happy Birthday, Jerry Herman!
VIDEO: On This Day, July 10- Happy Birthday, Jerry Herman!
July 10, 2018

On this day, we celebrate the birthday of legendary composer Jerry Herman!

Larralley Productions Announces New Short, ARRIVING SEPARATELY
Larralley Productions Announces New Short, ARRIVING SEPARATELY
July 9, 2018

New Jersey-based Larralley Productions has begun pre-production on the short film Arriving Separately, which shoots in New York City this September.

VIDEO: On This Day, July 9- Lin-Manuel Miranda, Phillipa Soo, Ariana DeBose, and Leslie Odom, Jr. Say Goodbye to HAMILTON
VIDEO: On This Day, July 9- Lin-Manuel Miranda, Phillipa Soo, Ariana DeBose, and Leslie Odom, Jr. Say Goodbye to HAMILTON
July 9, 2018

On this day in 2016, original Hamilton cast members, Leslie Odom Jr., Phillipa Soo, and Ariana DeBose along with the musical's star and composer, Lin-Manuel Miranda, took their final bows in the hit musical. Check out Lin below, dishing on their final performance from his point of view!

Investigations Opened to Explore Suicide of CHICAGO Actor
Jeff Loeffelholz
Investigations Opened to Explore Suicide of CHICAGO Actor Jeff Loeffelholz
July 6, 2018

This week, it was reported that Jeff Loeffelholz, an original cast member of the 1996 revival of Chicago, had taken his own life. Now, some of the late actor's loved one have launched an online investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

HBO to Offer Self-Harm and Substance Abuse Support Along with SHARP OBJECTS
HBO to Offer Self-Harm and Substance Abuse Support Along with SHARP OBJECTS
July 6, 2018

The eight-episode limited drama series SHARP OBJECTS debuts this SUNDAY, JULY 8 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.

Laron Hines Joins Upcoming Drama DIRT MERCHANTS
Laron Hines Joins Upcoming Drama DIRT MERCHANTS
July 6, 2018

Fresh from his successful debut album, La'Ron Hines is taking his musical talents to the Big Screen after joining the upcoming Henning Morales teen drama “Dirt Merchants: Rebelistic,” now in production.

VIDEO: On This Day, July 6- Happy Birthday, Christopher Ashley!
VIDEO: On This Day, July 6- Happy Birthday, Christopher Ashley!
July 6, 2018

On this day, we're celebrating the birthday of the Tony Award-winning director of Come From Away, Christopher Ashley!

Kate Winslet and Diane Keaton Sign On to Star in New Film BLACKBIRD
Kate Winslet and Diane Keaton Sign On to Star in New Film BLACKBIRD
July 5, 2018

It has been reported by The Daily Mail, that Hollywood stars Kate Winslet and Diane Keaton have signed on for a new 

VIDEO: Scarlett Johansson Receives Backlash Over Trans Film Role
VIDEO: Scarlett Johansson Receives Backlash Over Trans Film Role
July 5, 2018

The Daily Pop takes viewers inside the current backlash surrounding actress Scarlett Johansson. The controversy began after it was announced that Johansson would be taking on the role of a transgender man in the upcoming film Rub & Tug. Get the scoop below!

VIDEO: The Daily Pop Investigates the BIG BROTHER Season 20 Scandal!
VIDEO: The Daily Pop Investigates the BIG BROTHER Season 20 Scandal!
July 5, 2018

Today The Daily Pop went inside the current scandal surrounding the contestants of Big Brother season 20. Two contestants from the show are currently embroiled in controversy following, 'offensive' and 'inappropriate' comments. See the full report below!

VIDEO: Benny Mayne Releases New Video for 'Bounce'
VIDEO: Benny Mayne Releases New Video for 'Bounce'
July 5, 2018

Earlier this year, emerging artist benny mayne introduced us to his signature fusion of RnB and hip hop with his debut track 'bounce,' and now he is treating listeners to a special acoustic version of the seductive tune. Trading its babymaking beats for more romantic guitar riffs, the acoustic version of 'bounce' is just as effective at setting the mood for some casual fun. Original version of 'bounce' soared to the top of the Soundcloud's RnB charts in multiple countries, including #1 in Canada, The Netherlands, #2 in the US, Australia, France and settled in at #3 in Germany, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom. After releasing several more singles to much acclaim, such as 'lucky' and 'basic bitch' benny mayne is quickly becoming a familiar name. Keep an eye out for more from this exciting new artist! 

VIDEO: See the Brand New Trailer for the Hulu Dance Documentary BALLET NOW
VIDEO: See the Brand New Trailer for the Hulu Dance Documentary BALLET NOW
July 5, 2018

See the newly released trailer for the new Hulu dance documentary. Ballet Now!

Review Roundup: Matthew Broderick Stars in THE CLOSET at Williamstown Theatre Festival
Review Roundup: Matthew Broderick Stars in THE CLOSET at Williamstown Theatre Festival
July 3, 2018

Tony Award winner, Golden Globe and Emmy nominee Matthew Broderick stars in this world premiere comedy by Douglas Carter Beane, inspired by Le Placard, the French comedy by Academy Award nominee Francis Veber.

Review Roundup: Critics Weigh-In on Adam Rapp's THE SOUND INSIDE at Williamstown Theatre Festival
Review Roundup: Critics Weigh-In on Adam Rapp's THE SOUND INSIDE at Williamstown Theatre Festival
July 3, 2018

Actor Will Hochman and Tony Award winner Mary-Louise Parker star in the world premiere of Adam Rapp's new play, The Sound Inside, at Williamstown Theatre Festival. Directed by David Cromer and running through July 8 at Nikos Stage.



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