Linda Dangcil, Actress and Dancer, Dead at 67May 11, 2009Variety reports the sad news that Linda Dangcil, a dancer and actress who played Sister Ana on the ABC series 'The Flying Nun,' and appeared in the film version of 'West Side Story'died May 7th at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after an eight-year battle with throat cancer. She was 67 years old.
Joan Rivers Wins NBC's 'Celebrity Apprentice'May 11, 2009Comedian, stage actress and beloved TV personality Joan Rivers was declared the winner of 'The Celebrity Apprentice' in New York on last night's finale episode. Rivers 'aced' out world champion poker player Annie Duke Sunday night in the celebrity packed business-themed reality show's 3-hour finale.
Photo Flash: Atlantic Theater's 'OFFICES' Opens Off-BdwyMay 11, 2009The world premiere production of OFFICES, Academy Award® winner Ethan Coen's new triptych of one-acts directed by Neil Pepe, is being presented at the Atlantic Theater Company's Linda Gross Theater (336 West 20 Street). OFFICES officially opened Thursday, May 7 for a recently extended engagement through June 7th, 2009.
Photo Coverage: Stephanie J. Block's CD Debut, 'This Place I Know' Now Available on iTunesMay 12, 20099 To 5: The Musical star Stephanie J. Block is set to release her debut CD, 'This Place I Know' on Tuesday, June 2nd on the PS Classics label. The CD is now available on iTunes beginning today May 12th. Stephanie J. Block performed at a special Good Housekeeping Mother's Day lunch on Friday, May 8th, and BroadwayWorld.com was there to celebrate the festive afternoon.
TV: 'Miranda Sings' at Jim Caruso's CAST PARTYMay 11, 2009Jim Caruso's Cast Party at Birdland was the place on a recent Monday night - what with stellar musical talent like 13's Ariana Grande, swinging jazz girls Ann Hampton Callaway and Marilyn Maye, impressionist Louise DuArt in the audience, and the debut New York appearance of internet superstar Miranda!
RIALTO CHATTER: 'DESIRE' To Flame Out Early?May 11, 2009The Broadway run of DESIRE UNDER THE ELMS would appear to be ending earlier than planned if Telecharge is any indication, the ticket service is now only selling seats for the production through May 24th, 2009.
TV: In Conversation with Melora Hardin About 'YOU'May 11, 2009YOU is a love story. It spans 21 years, bouncing around in time, creating a kind of family quilt that wraps around a father as he struggles to overcome the grief of losing his beloved wife and raise their daughter alone. A coming-of-age journey for both the father and his daughter, You is filled with the magic of life and love and family.
RIALTO CHATTER: Bdwy's Reign of 'CARNAGE' to Continue?May 8, 2009The New York Times ArtsBeat section one of the biggest questions going around the Rialto regarding this spring's biggest hit, 'God of Carnage,' 'how long will it end up running with its superstar cast of Jeff Daniels, Hope Davis, James Gandolfini, and Marcia Gay Harden?'
Sara Ramirez and Carson Kressley Set to Host Al D. Rodriguez Liver Foundation Benefit Gala on 5/30May 8, 2009On Saturday May 30th 2009 Tony Winner Sara Ramirez star of ' Grey's Anatomy' and 'Spamalot' and Emmy Winner Carson Kressley host of 'Queer Eye for the Straight Guy' and 'How to Look Good Naked' will be hosting the first benefit gala event for the Al D. Rodriguez Liver Foundation. The event will take place at The Brandon Fradd Theatre at Whyte Hall in Fire Island Pines, Long Island, NY starting at 6PM. Ms. Ramirez and Mr. Kressley have united forces to honor their close friend Al D. Rodriguez, an actor, performer, producer, mentor, and creative tour de force with an evening of music and film.