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Eddie Varley Eddie Varley was most recently seen as one of the stars of the Lifetime Television Series, MATCHED IN MANHATTAN.

On the New York stage he was a cast member of the long running hit musical revue INTO THE WEEDS: The Bill Weeden Songbook at the Laurie Beechman Theater. Eddie received critical acclaim for his role of Jameson in the New York and Los Angeles Productions of Joe Mortimer's GRAPEFRUIT. As a cast member of the New Vic Theatre of London, he toured both the UK and US in their productions of DRACULA, HUNCHBACK and THE CANTERBURY TALES. He spent several Holiday seasons at the Tropicana Hotel and Casino's Showroom Theater headlining with performers such as the legendary Mickey Rooney, Andrea McArdle and John Byner. An accomplished illustrator, his work can be found in the recent McGraw Hill release, WHY HASN'T HE CALLED?

He is the Creative Director of BroadwayWorld.com





BYE BYE BIRDIE Flashback Interview: Chita Rivera
BYE BYE BIRDIE Flashback Interview: Chita Rivera
November 10, 2009

The incomparable Chita Rivera released a new solo studio album entitled And Now I Swing on October 13, 2009 from the newly-launched Yellow Sound Label. From classic theater songs to jazz standards, all tracks featured on this new album have received new arrangements recorded by New York's finest musicians, reimagining some of Chita's favorite tunes. BroadwayWorld.com checked in with the legendary star

'Broadway Sessions w/ Ben D' Welcomes Jibson and Case 11/10
'Broadway Sessions w/ Ben D' Welcomes Jibson and Case 11/10
November 9, 2009

Broadway Sessions w/ Ben D is thrilled to welcome Broadway favorites Carly JIbson and Allison Case Tuesday, November 10th.

Taylor Swift to Perform Opening Song for The 43rd Annual CMA Awards 11/11
Taylor Swift to Perform Opening Song for The 43rd Annual CMA Awards 11/11
November 9, 2009

Only two days away, yet the excitement continues to grow for 'The 43rd Annual CMA Awards.' It was announced today that four-time nominee Taylor Swift will deliver the opening performance.

Photo Flash: Eve Guests on GLEE - Episode Sneak Peek!
November 9, 2009

The upcoming GLEE episode 'Hairography' airs Wednesday, Nov. 25th (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. You can see some sneak peek images of the hit show right here on BWW! The episode features a guest appearance by R&B/Rap artist and actress Eve.

Photo Flash: The Latch Key's Kid's Dead Celebrity Halloween Ball
Photo Flash: The Latch Key's Kid's Dead Celebrity Halloween Ball
November 9, 2009

MTV Icon and Performer Julie Brown (MTV's Just Say Julie, Earth Girls Are Easy) joined a slew of downtown, cabaret and Broadway artists at the St. Luke's Theatre on Thursday, October 29th at 8 pm for The Latch Key's Kid's Dead Celebrity Halloween Ball.

'WONDERLAND: Alice's New Musical Adventure' Releases Concept Recording, Available Now!
'WONDERLAND: Alice's New Musical Adventure' Releases Concept Recording, Available Now!
November 9, 2009

The concept recording of the upcoming production, Wonderland: Alice's New Musical Adventure, is now available. The first project of the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center's Broadway Genesis Project, Wonderland features a score by Frank Wildhorn (Jekyll & Hyde, The Scarlett Pimpernel, The Civil War), lyrics by Jack Murphy (The Civil War) and a book by Murphy and Gregory Boyd. Boyd, the artistic director of the Alley Theatre in Houston, Texas, directs the production.

TV: Win a Trip to Chicago With Your Shpeel!
TV: Win a Trip to Chicago With Your Shpeel!
November 15, 2009

Here's your chance to sing, dance or laugh your way in to the legendary Chicago Theatre! One lucky winner will have the opportunity to entertain the pre-show audience prior to the 8:00PM performance of Banana Shpeel on December 9. Send in 60 second videos of yourself in a madcap bit of slapstick, an over-the-top comedic routine or yourself singing, dancing or performing a one-of-a-kind act with original creative content that's sure to wow the voters!

RIALTO CHATTER: Foster, Mazzie, Doyle Rumored for CARRIE Reading, Title Role Casting Still a Mystery
RIALTO CHATTER: Foster, Mazzie, Doyle Rumored for CARRIE Reading, Title Role Casting Still a Mystery
November 9, 2009

Recent reports have confirmed that producers, Jeffrey Seller and Kevin McCollum, are in the process of resurrecting the infamous flop musical CARRIE for the Broadway stage.

STAGE TUBE: Mo Rocca Visits Off-Broadway's STOMP
STAGE TUBE: Mo Rocca Visits Off-Broadway's STOMP
November 9, 2009

STOMP, the international sensation, welcomed The Tomorrow Show with Mo Rocca backstage to learn the secrets of the 'stomp.' Mo Rocca hosts the new weekly webcast, 'The Tomorrow Show,' for CBSNews.com.

Photo Flash: Anika Noni Rose, Stevie Wonder and DWTS Pros Guest at Disneyland
November 9, 2009

Anika Noni Rose, the voice of Tiana in Walt Disney Pictures upcoming animated film THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG performed November 8, 2009 at Disneyland in Anaheim, California. The event took place while taping a segment for the 2009 Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade airing December 25, 2009 on ABC. The actress was joined by music legend Stevie Wonder and Dancing with the Stars pros Cheryl Burke and Tony Dovolani during the taping of the upcoming special.

Simonson's LOMBARDI Bound for Broadway in Fall 2010
Simonson's LOMBARDI Bound for Broadway in Fall 2010
November 9, 2009

LOMBARDI, a new play by Oscar winner and Steppenwolf Theater Company member Eric Simonson, is based on the best-selling biography When Pride Still Mattered, by Pulitzer Prize winning author David Maraniss. Opening on Broadway in the fall of 2010, this original work will bring the audience into the life and times of one of America's most inspirational and mercurial personalities, Hall of Fame football coach Vince Lombardi.

TWITTER WATCH: BURN THE FLOOR - 'Good morning, dancers!'
TWITTER WATCH: BURN THE FLOOR - 'Good morning, dancers!'
November 9, 2009

BroadwayWorld.com presents its newest column, Twitter Watch, which will bring you only the best and most interesting reports straight from the mouths of Broadway stars, shows and more on the hot social networking service - Twitter!

STAGE TUBE: Michael Riedel's Magical Moment on Theater Talk
STAGE TUBE: Michael Riedel's Magical Moment on Theater Talk
November 9, 2009

Theater Talk, a weekly expose of world theater that airs on PBS Friday nights (PBS/Thirteen) and 5 times weekly on CUNY TV featured Matthew Holtzclaw and actor Chuck Cooper of FINIAN'S RAINBOW as they performed a dazzling magical feat on Theater Talk. We won't give away the surprise so you'll just have to watch the clip right here on STAGE TUBE!

STAGE TUBE: SOUTH PACIFIC's Kelli O'Hara Sings at World Series Game 6
STAGE TUBE: SOUTH PACIFIC's Kelli O'Hara Sings at World Series Game 6
November 9, 2009

Tony Award-nominated actress Kelli O'Hara sang a thrilling version of 'God Bless America' at Game 6 of the World Series at Yankee Stadium. O'Hara performed the classic song during the 7th inning stretch.

STAGE TUBE: LAByrinth's 'Celebrity Charades: Jackpot' Epi. 2
STAGE TUBE: LAByrinth's 'Celebrity Charades: Jackpot' Epi. 2
November 9, 2009

LAByrinth Theater Company (Co-Artistic Directors Stephen Adly Guirgis, Mimi O'Donnell, Yul Vázquez and Producing Director Marieke Gaboury) enters the arena to crank up the stakes at the seventh annual benefit featuring Celebrity Charades: Jackpot on Monday December 7th. In this, the second of a series of videos, we learn how far the celebrities will go to win the game.

TV: 'LISTEN' - DREAMGIRLS In Rehearsal
TV: 'LISTEN' - DREAMGIRLS In Rehearsal
November 9, 2009

Producer John Breglio and the Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. are presenting the premiere engagement of Dreamgirls at the Apollo Theater, prior to the national tour of the groundbreaking musical. Dreamgirls introduces Moya Angela as Effie White and features, as The Dreams, Syesha Mercado as Deena Jones

Photo Flash: GLEE Cast CD Signing in Paramus, New Jersey
November 8, 2009

To celebrate the release of the album members of the Glee cast is traveling to certain locations to greet the fans who purchase 'Glee: The Music, Vol. 1.' The Glee cast visited Best Buy on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009 in Paramus, New Jersey and you can see some pictures of the meet and greet below!

SoW Workshop Series Classes to Feature HAIR Cast Members
SoW Workshop Series Classes to Feature HAIR Cast Members
November 8, 2009

[SoW] is a series of classes designed to give you the skills you need to get into auditions, book jobs, and maintain your career and lifestyle as an artist. [SoW] will offer a wide range of classes taught by Broadway and Film & Television actors who experience this process on a daily basis and will expose you to all the tools you need to achieve your goals with confidence and endurance. [SoW] will serve as a community and a support system as you travel through a volatile industry.

Hershey Area Playhouse Holds 'I LOVE YOU' Auditions 11/15 & 11/16
November 8, 2009

Hershey Area Playhouse is kicking off its 11th season with the Off-Broadway hit, I Love You,You're Perfect, Now Change! Auditions for this show will be held on Sunday,November 15, 2009 at 2:00 pm and Monday, November 16 at 7:00 pm at thetheatre on the campus of Country Meadows in Hershey.

MTG's SIDE SHOW at MIT, Holds Matinee Today 11/8
November 8, 2009

MTG will present Bill Russell and Henry Kreiger's Side Show at the MIT student center from November 6 through November 8. Based on the true story of Siamese twins Violet and Daisy Hilton who became stars during the Depression, Side Show is a portrait of two women joined at the hip whose extraordinary bondage brings them fame but denies them love. Told almost entirely in song, the show follows their progression from England to America, around the vaudeville circuit and to Hollywood on the eve of their appearance in the 1932 movie Freaks.



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