Photo Coverage: Gavin Creel Live in TorontoDecember 14, 2010Gavin Creel performed a special concert in Toronto on Sunday November 28th, 2010. The concert at Factory Theatre showcased music from his brand new EP 'Quiet' as well as songs from his first release 'Goodtimenation'. It was a wonderful evening of songs and stories, including fund-raising efforts for Broadway Impact. BWW was on hand to bring you exclusive photos of the event.
BWW Photo Exclusive: Behind the Scenes of the PRISCILLA FundraiserDecember 15, 2010On Sunday November 21st, 2010 some of the cast members of Mirvish's Priscilla Queen of the Desert got together to raise money for Toronto's Casey House at Gladaman's Den. There were special performances as well as an auction, and BWW is pleased to bring you exclusive photos from the event.
BWW Contest: Win Tickets to The Drowsy Chaperone in TorontoDecember 12, 2010CATS Mainstage is proud to present The Drowsy Chaperone this holiday season. A Toronto favourite, this show is sure to put a smile on your face and a spring in your step over the Christmas break. Family friendly and sure to be a good time, BWW is thrilled to present its readers with the chance to win two tickets to Friday evening's performance.
BWW Interviews: Christmas at Carnegie Hall with Steven ReinekeDecember 9, 2010It's Christmas at Carnegie Hall, and this year there are three very special performances being conducted by Steven Reineke with the New York Pops. Two holiday concerts featuring Brian Stokes Mitchell and a special family feature of How The Grinch Stole Christmas all take place this weekend to help NYC usher in the holiday spirit! BWW spoke with Steven Reineke about the concerts, the holidays and the spirit of Christmas.
BWW Interviews: PRISCILLA's Canadian QueensDecember 2, 2010Priscilla Queen of the Desert is a smash-hit in Toronto, and wraps up performances January 2nd, 2011 in order to head down to the Great White Way. BWW had the chance to talk with some of the Canadians in the cast about what the experience has been like for them, and what they think about Priscilla making her Broadway debut.
BWW Interviews: Peter Buzny Talks The Drowsy Chaperone November 30, 2010The Drowsy Chaperone will be presented on Toronto stages again this holiday season, this time as part of CATS Mainstage. A Canadian favourite, BWW is thrilled to bring you this interview with Director and Choreographer Peter Buzny. Also, we will be giving away two tickets to the show so keep an eye on the Toronto page.
BWW Reviews: The New York Pops Salute Stephen SondheimNovember 28, 20102010 marked the year the legendary American Composer Stephen Sondheim had his 80th Birthday, and there were many celebrations in his honour. The last one was a celebration at Carnegie Hall with the New York Pops under the direction of Steven Reineke. Kate Baldwin, Christiane Noll, Aaron Lazar and Alex Gemignani came out to sing the music and honour the man, and BWW featured interviews with each of them before the show. We are now pleased to bring you a review of that magical evening, as well as some photographs that capture the special event.
BWW Interviews: Cabaret Goddess Sharron Matthews Talks CD ReleaseNovember 22, 2010Sharron Matthews embarked upon her World Domination Tour earlier this year and BWW has been following her every step of the way, from Toronto, to NYC and then on to Scotland. Now Sharron is back in Toronto and thrilled to be releasing her first CD, so she is throwing a party. She spoke with BWW about what people can expect and what she plans to do next.
BWW Interviews: Marcos Talks PRISCILLA Charity Event, 11/21November 19, 2010J. Elaine Marcos is hosting a Gala Charity Event in Toronto this Sunday, November 21st 2010 with proceeds going to benefit Casey House, the first free standing HIV/AIDS Hospice in Canada. Featuring Nick Adams and other stars of Priscilla Queen of the Desert the event promises to be fun and fabulous, and all for a great cause!
BWW Exclusive: Sondheim's 80th Birthday at Carnegie Hall - Steven ReinekeNovember 19, 20102010 has been quite the year for lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim, who celebrated his 80th Birthday, saw two of his shows on Broadway and even had a Broadway theatre named after him. Things are winding down but there is still one ultimate celebration in store this Friday, November 19th as Steven Reineke and the New York POPS are joined by Broadway talents Kate Baldwin, Christiane Noll, Aaron Lazar and Alex Gemignani at Carnegie Hall to celebrate Mr. Sondheim's amazing body of work and distinguished career.
BWW Exclusive: Sondheim's 80th Birthday at Carnegie Hall - Christiane NollNovember 18, 20102010 has been quite the year for lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim, who celebrated his 80th Birthday, saw two of his shows on Broadway and even had a Broadway theatre named after him. Things are winding down but there is still one ultimate celebration in store this Friday, November 19th as Steven Reineke and the New York POPS are joined by Broadway talents Kate Baldwin, Christiane Noll, Aaron Lazar and Alex Gemignani at Carnegie Hall to celebrate Mr. Sondheim's amazing body of work and distinguished career.
BWW Exclusive: Sondheim's 80th Birthday at Carnegie Hall - Kate BaldwinNovember 17, 20102010 has been quite the year for lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim, who celebrated his 80th Birthday, saw two of his shows on Broadway and even had a Broadway theatre named after him. Things are winding down but there is still one ultimate celebration in store this Friday, November 19th as Steven Reineke and the New York Pops are joined by Broadway talents Kate Baldwin, Christiane Noll, Aaron Lazar and Alex Gemignani at Carnegie Hall to celebrate Mr. Sondheim's amazing body of work and distinguished career.
BWW Exclusive: Sondheim's 80th Birthday at Carnegie Hall - Aaron LazarNovember 15, 20102010 has been a landmark year for Stephen Sondheim. He celebrated his 80th Birthday on March 22nd, and has been honoured in many very special ways (including having a theatre named after him on Broadway). To close out the year, the last Sondheim celebration is happening on November 19th at Carnegie Hall, where Steven Reineke and the New York POPS have put together a special evening in his honour, featuring many of the great songs and music he has written through his career. Joining Mr. Reineke and the New York POPS are Kate Baldwin, Christiane Noll, Aaron Lazar and Alex Gemignani.
Interview: NY Pops Salute Sondheim at Carnegie Hall - Alexander GemignaniNovember 15, 20102010 has been quite the year for lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim, who celebrated his 80th Birthday, saw two of his shows on Broadway and even had a Broadway theatre named after him. Things are winding down but there is still one ultimate celebration in store this Friday, November 19th as Steven Reineke and the New York POPS are joined by Broadway talents Kate Baldwin, Christiane Noll, Aaron Lazar and Alex Gemignani at Carnegie Hall to celebrate Mr. Sondheim's amazing body of work and distinguished career.
BWW Interviews: Voice-Box's Juliet Palmer talks Female Aggression and TheatreNovember 12, 2010Voice-Box is a unique new show that is part of Harbourfront's World Stage Series. The show is billed as a competitive concert in a boxing ring and showcases the power of female aggression through both sport and song. BWW had the chance to talk with composer Juliet Palmer about boxing, taking a hit for the love of art and what audiences can expect.
BWW Interviews: Nick Adams Talks Priscilla, Queen of the DesertNovember 9, 2010BWW is featuring interviews with the cast of Priscilla Queen of the Desert over the next few days. The show plays until January 2nd and then moves to its new home at The Palace Theatre in NYC where it will officially open on March 20th 2011. BWW has been bringing you exclusive coverage of the show as it begins its pre-Broadway run, and today we feature Nick Adams.
BWW Interviews: Tony Sheldon Talks PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT!November 11, 2010Priscilla Queen of the Desert began previews on October 12th in Toronto, and had its official pink carpet opening on the 26th of October. BWW has been on hand to bring you photos, videos and interviews with the cast and crew as they prepare to launch the North American Premiere of this international smash. Now, we are thrilled to bring you interviews with the show's four stars!
BWW Interviews: Will Swenson Talks Priscilla Queen of the DesertNovember 6, 2010BWW is thrilled to bring you a 'before and after' interview with Priscilla Queen of the Desert's Will Swenson. He took the time to talk to us before the show moved from NYC to Toronto, and then again right after it's smash-hit opening night. The show plays until January 2nd and then moves to its new home at The Palace Theatre in NYC where it will officially open on March 20th 2011. BWW has been bringing you exclusive coverage of the show as it begins its pre-Broadway run, and this weekend features interviews with the four leads.