TV: GLEE - Kristin Chenoweth & Matthew Morrison: 'Alone'October 1, 2009Stage and screen star Kristin Chenoweth made a guest appearance last night on the fourth episode of the FOX series GLEE. In the GLEE episode 'The Rhodes Not Taken' Chenoweth duets with star Matthew Morrison on Heart's 'Alone' and you can watch the musical moment right here on BWW TV!
THE ROYAL FAMILY, Now In Previews, Extends Run Thru 11/29October 1, 2009Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) are delighted to announce, due to popular demand, the Manhattan Theatre Club production of George S. Kaufman's and Edna Ferber's THE ROYAL FAMILY has been extended. Tickets for the production, directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes (Doubt, Mauritius), are now on sale through Sunday, November 29.
Cook, Williams, Kritzer and Arden Will Sing SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM for Roundabout Broadway Premiere October 1, 2009Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is proud to have Stephen Sondheim & James Lapine return to Studio 54 with Sondheim on Sondheim, a new original Broadway musical starring Barbara Cook, Vanessa Williams, Michael Arden & Leslie Kritzer. Music & lyrics are by Stephen Sondheim, conceived & directed by James Lapine. Sondheim on Sondheim will begin previews on March 19th, 2010 and open officially April 22nd, 2010 at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 West 54th Street). This will be a limited engagement through Sunday, June 13th, 2010.
STAGE TUBE: Kristin Chenoweth - Behind the Scenes on GLEEOctober 1, 2009Stage and screen star Kristin Chenoweth made a guest appearance last night on the fourth episode of the FOX series GLEE. The acclaimed actress spoke to Entertainment Tonight about her role on the FOX hit and you can her segment right here on STAGE TUBE!
Photo Coverage: Back2Broadway Panel: Broadway Leading LadiesOctober 1, 2009September Back2Broadway Month came to a close with the finale of Star Chats: where Broadway stars and insiders reveal what happens on stage and behind the scenes. Leading Ladies will be broadcast as the opening program of American Theatre Wing's 31st season of 'Working in the Theatre.'
STAGE TUBE: Rachel York Talks 101 DALMATIONSOctober 1, 2009The 101 Dalmatians Musical, based on the 1956 classic story written by Dodie Smith will launch at the historic Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis on October 13, 2009, The 101 Dalmatians Musical features an impressive cast made-up of Broadway veterans and newcomers that will bring to life this one-of-a-kind musical adventure for the entire family. Drama Desk Award winner Rachel York leads that cast as the sinister Cruella de Vil, notorious for kidnapping Dalmatian puppies for their distinctive spots.
A Theatre Lover's Guide to DC/Capital Area Theatres - October Offerings October 1, 2009The Fall theatre season in the DC area is in full bloom. As the leaves are turning, there is a colorful group of shows opening this month. There are so many, so where do I begin? Here are shows that I am looking forward to seeing, and remember I am a musical theatre lover who likes to sprinkle in a play or two - here and there - so don't get mad if I don't choose one of the plays you are looking forward to seeing. You have your chance at the end of this article to share your 'must sees' also with our readers. Hopefully, you'll make the trip down to the DC area to see some of these wonderful productions.
THE TOXIC AVENGER Will Launch National Tour in 2010, Off-Broadway Production Celebrates 200 Performances 10/1October 1, 2009The Toxic Avenger - named '2009 Best New Off-Broadway Musical' by the Outer Critics Circle - marks its 200th performance tonight (Thursday, October 1st) at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street), where it has had audiences doubled over with laughter since performances began over six months ago. (Previews began on March 18th and the show officially opened on April 6th, 2009). October 1st is also the one year anniversary of its world premiere at the George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick, New Jersey, where the show became the biggest grossing musical in the theatre's 34 year history.
STAGE TUBE: NYMF 2009 - R.R.R.E.D. Part 2September 30, 2009The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) & Shea Sullivan will present R.R.R.E.D. A Secret Musical for FOUR PERFORMANCES ONLY, October 1-3 at the 45th Street Theater. Based on a true study, R.R.R.E.D., with music & lyrics by Katie Thompson & book by Adam Jackman, Patrick Livingston & Katie Thompson, is directed by Andy Sandberg (Tony Award winning Producer of Hair), with musical supervision by Charlie Alterman (Next to Normal).
Photo Flash: THE TOXIC AVENGER Welcomes Starry Backstage Guests!September 30, 2009Some special guests were attending the Sunday, September matinee of THE TOXIC AVENGER. Actor TONY PLANA who plays Betty's (AMERICA FERRARA) father on the ABC-TV hit 'UGLY BETTY' was there with his wife, actress ADA MARIS and their daughter, ISABEL (PLANA). Actress ANITA GILLETTE (who appeared in FLAMINGO COURT at New World Stages) was also there. So, all made a bee-line backstage to pay a 'between show' visit to the cast and band and to tell them what a TOX-A-RI-FIC time they had!
STAGE TUBE: Kristin Chenoweth Guests on GLEE - Sneak PeekSeptember 30, 2009Stage and screen star Kristin Chenoweth, will be making a guest appearance tonight on the fourth episode of the FOX series GLEE. The Los Angeles Times has a sneak peek of her cameo and some fun behind the scenes footage. You can watch all the GLEE filled action right here on STAGE TUBE!