SHREK TV - 'This Is Our Story: Swamp to Stage' Epi. 4: The HeroApril 24, 2009Shrek The Musical takes you behind-the-scenes with the launch of 'This Is Our Story: Swamp to Stage,' the 10 part online video series that follows the cast and creative team of Broadway's newest hit musical on their journey to bring this story to life on stage.
Sheik, Shanley & Rebeck Works Featured in Vassar and NY Stage and Film's Powerhouse 2009 SeasonApril 23, 2009Beginning June 26, Vassar & New York Stage and Film's Powerhouse Theater will celebrate its 25th anniversary season. Powerhouse provides its audience a window into the creative process of some of the nation's top artists and writers as they engage in the rigorous development of plays and musicals, before going on to larger stages in New York, across the country, and around the world.
Jade Goody Story Heading to West End StageApril 23, 2009Britain's Independent Television News reports that television talent show is being planned to cast the role of reality TV star Jade Goody in an upcoming London musical based on her short and celebrated life. Danny Hayward, her former business partner and friend, is in charge of planning the production.
Dolly Parton Talks, Life, Music and '9 To 5' to NY MagApril 23, 2009The new Broadway musical-comedy, 9 To 5: The Musical starring four-time Emmy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Allison Janney, Stephanie J. Block, Megan Hilty, and two-time Tony Award nominee Marc Kudisch began preview performances on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 and will open Thursday, April 30, 2009, at the Marriott Marquis Theatre (1535 Broadway)
WHISPER HOUSE: Kyle's Blog - 'Adventures In Development'April 23, 2009Following a trip Powell took to New England, a story began to emerge centered around a lighthouse, and up-and-coming young playwright Kyle Jarrow, already an Obie winner for A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant, signed on to create the book. BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you Kyle's exclusive WHISPER HOUSE Blog following the show from it's inception through the tentatively scheduled Broadway Production in 2010, now continue the journey with Kyle to WHISPER HOUSE!The Origins of Whisper House
Streisand Talks Obama, Life and DVD Release to ReutersApril 23, 2009Barbra Streisand's liberal political voice was a passionate beacon during last year's U.S. presidential race. After the Barrack win, the singing legend now says that successful election has allowed her to relax.
Ethan Coen's OFFICES Extends Thru 6/7, Officially Opens 5/7April 23, 2009Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) is proud to announce an extension of the world premiere production of Academy Award® winner Ethan Coen's OFFICES through Sunday, June 7th, 2009.
Ayckbourn's Comic Trilogy, THE NORMAN CONQUESTS Opens 4/23April 23, 2009The original cast of The Old Vic's critically acclaimed revival of Alan Ayckbourn's comedy trilogy, The Norman Conquests opens tonight, Thursday, April 23 at Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th Street between Broadway and Eighth Avenue).
EXIT CUCKOO Opens at Clurman Theatre 4/23April 23, 2009The intricate and colorful culture of nannies in New York and the people who employ them is the subject of the new play EXIT CUCKOO, written and performed by Lisa Ramirez, receiving its Off-Broadway debut, began previews on April 17 and opens tonight, April 23 in a production by the Working Theater at Theater Row's Clurman Theatre (410 West 42nd Street) in Manhattan.
Susan Boyle Story Bound for Big ScreenApril 23, 2009Susan Boyle's stirring rendition of the Les Misèrables ballad I Dreamed A Dream has been watched more than 100 million times on YouTube and other websites, setting it up to become the most viewed internet clip ever.