David Bedella to Star in Harvey Fierstein's TORCH SONG TRILOGYApril 12, 2012The Daily Mail UK reports that David Bedella will star as drag queen Arnold Beckoffin in Harvey Fierstein's new three-act play Torch Song Trilogy at the Menier Chocolate Factory in Southwark, London, beginning May 30. Douglas Hodge will direct. Sara Kestelman will play Arnold's mother.
CAPA presents the Alfredo Rodríguez Trio, 5/4April 12, 2012A young pianist of astonishing virtuosity and imagination, Cuban-born Alfredo Rodriguez calls up images of legendary jazz pianists like Keith Jarrett, Thelonious Monk, Art Tatum, Bill Evans, and his compatriot Chucho Valdes. Schooled in the rigorous classical conservatories of Havana, Rodriguez's riveting artistry is informed as much by Bach and Stravinsky as by his Cuban and jazz roots.
THE X FACTOR Online Auditions Extended Through April 27 April 12, 2012THE X FACTOR is extending online auditions to Friday, April 27th. Solo artists and vocal groups have an additional two weeks to submit their online auditions. To audition online, auditioners should upload a thirty-second introduction and a one-and-a-half minute a cappella video performance to www.TheXFactorUSA.com.
Bill Cosby Returns to Treasure Island May 25April 12, 2012Iconic funny man Bill Cosby, who has been making audiences laugh for decades with his keen insight into everyday existence, brings his signature comedy to the Treasure Island Theatre May 25 at 8 p.m.
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble Presents THE BEGGAR'S OPERA, 4/27-5/19April 12, 2012Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York's longest-running experimental theatres, premieres its production of The Beggar's Opera, the original source of The Threepenny Opera in less than three weeks. The production opens Friday, April 27 and closes Saturday, May 19. Performances are scheduled for Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m., with an additional performance Tuesday, May 1 at 7 p.m. There are no performances on Mondays, Thursdays or any other Tuesday.
ROBOCOP THE MUSICAL! Returns to Go ComedyApril 12, 2012After a successful Kickstarter campaign with GrooveBox Studios, Go Comedy! Improv Theater is set to welcome back Robocop! The Musical May 31st with a new, professionally recorded score, original cast album and more.
JESUS RIDE Extended Through May 12April 12, 2012Award-winning solo artist Mike Schlitt, in association with Son of Semele, has extended his solo-hit Jesus Ride through May 12. The production, which garnered "Outstanding Solo Show" at the New York Fringe in 2009, has been running at Son of Semele Theater since March 9 and will continue through mid-May playing Saturday evenings.
Photo Flash: Toronto Youth Theatre's HOW TO SUCCEED Opens 4/18April 12, 2012From April 18th to April 28th, Toronto Youth Theatre presents an all-new production of a Broadway classic in the intimate Lower Ossington Theatre: How to Succeed in Business (Without Really Trying). The recent Broadway revival, starring Daniel Radcliffe, has created a sensation and plays to sold out crowds.
The Laurie Beechman Theatre Presents Alison Arngrum in CONFESSIONS OF A PRAIRIE BITCH, 6/15-16April 12, 2012Americans love their TV villains. They wore black hats with ominous mustaches in the early westerns, while Alexis Colby wore Nolan Miller gowns on "Dynasty" and "Glee's" coach, Sue Sylvester, dawns a tracksuit to terrify students. However, history's #1 TV Bitch (according to Vanity Fair), weaseled her way into hearts world-wide wearing petticoats and a curly blonde wig - Nellie Oleson of the hit series "Little House on the Prairie."
Air Supply Comes to Las Vegas, 5/25-27April 12, 2012Australian soft-rock group Air Supply quickly became a staple of early '80s radio after their first smash hit, "Lost in Love." Performing together for more than 30 years, Air Supply returns to The Orleans Showroom for three shows Memorial Day weekend, May 25, 26 and 27.
Comedian Mike Birbiglia Performs at PlayhouseSquare, 4/29April 12, 2012This time last year, Mike Birbiglia was a well-respected comedian, author and playwright, thanks to his popular stand-up comedy concerts, his regular guest spots on public radio's This American Life, comedy CDs and his bestselling book, Sleepwalk With Me and Other Painfully True Stories (which he also turned into a long-running stage show). Fast forward to February 2012, and now Birbiglia has become an even bigger, more respected super-hyphenate as filmmaker, co-writer (along with Ira Glass), actor and director in his movie version of Sleepwalk With Me…which just won an award at the Sundance Film Festival.
Nicktoons Debuts New Animated Comedy Series, WILD GRINDERS, 4/27April 12, 2012Professional skateboarder and entrepreneur Rob Dyrdek (star of MTV's Rob & Big, Fantasy Factory and Ridiculousness) brings a cartoon comedy, set against the backdrop of the sport of skateboarding, to Nicktoons with the new series, Wild Grinders, premiering Friday, April 27, at 7:00 p.m. (ET). Inspired by Dyrdek's real-life experiences, each original half-hour episode follows the adventures of a group of friends bonded by their love of skateboarding. The 26-episode series, created and executive produced by Dyrdek, is produced in partnership with Home Plate Entertainment and Dyrdek's Four Down Productions. Agogo Corporation, Moonscoop, Telegael and Copernicus Studios are also co-producers on the HD production. Following the premiere, Wild Grinders will air regularly on Fridays at 7:00 p.m. (ET) on Nicktoons.
STAGE TUBE: On Broadway with Kids- Episode 2!April 12, 2012Watch the latest episode #2 of CafeMom Studios 'On Broadway: With Kids - Featuring the Parents of MAMMA MIA!' - the exclusive online series that opens a rare and personal window into the lives of the cast and crew of Broadway's hit musical who also happen to be parents. BroadwayWorld has the video for you below!
LEFTY & RAY'S FIRST SHOW Opens Coney Island Burlesque at the Beach, 4/26April 12, 2012Miss Coney Island 2011 Lefty Lucy and Ray Valenz, the Most Handsome Man in Sideshow, are proud to join forces to bring you the Coney Island Burlesque at the Beach Season Opener: Lefty & Ray's First Show! Not only is it the first show of the Burlesque at the Beach season on the brand new stage, but it's the first Lefty & Ray show ever, featuring some of the first performers Lefty & Ray laid eyes on at Coney Island.