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Christie Brinkley, one of the world's most successful supermodels, will make her Boston debut in the National Tour of the Tony Award-winning hit musical "Chicago." She will star as merry murderess Roxie Hart with John O'Hurley as Billy Flynn in a strictly limited 6-show engagement at the Citi Performing Arts Center Wang Theatre, November 1-4. Press night is set for Thursday, November 1 at 7:30 pm. Tickets go on sale on Friday, September 7 at 10 am.

Opening Mixed Blood Theatre's 37th season is the winner of the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for drama, NEXT TO NORMAL, described as 'a breathtaking rock production that reveals one family's struggle with mental illness.' Artistic Director Jack Reuler directs the powerhouse musical, which was also nominated for 11 Tony Awards. Next to Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt, opens October 5 and runs through November 11 at Mixed Blood's historic firehouse theatre on the West Bank, 1501 S. Fourth St. in Minneapolis.

Parker and Stone recently visited Jimmy Kimmel to discuss the tour, scoring tickets to the hit show, their invitation to Mormon presidential candidate Mitt Romney, what's next for the show and much more - view the video below!

In 2003, concerned that the trend of endless readings and development programs was limiting the texture and ambition of new American plays, 13 midcareer playwrights banded together to try a different model. Each playwright would serve as Artistic Director of the company-deciding the goals of the project, designing its process, and choosing collaborators-as it realized a full production of his/her play. The organization, 13P, completed its mission with Sara Ruhl's (P#13) sold-out Melancholy Play in July.

Rocket Science, the new musical based on the HBO film of the same name, will enjoy a fresh look at its musical selections in concert at the upcoming NYTB in the D-Lounge, New York Theatre Barn's popular platform for up-and-coming new writers and musical projects, on Monday, September 10 at 7:30pm in the D-Lounge of the Daryl Roth Theatre.

Volunteers play a very important role in the life of festivals across the country with many returning again year on year. Wexford Festival was founded by volunteers and their continued support and commitment have been key to its success. Now over 300 volunteers contribute their time annually to this world renowned event.

Jackie Hoffman, the Broadway star of The Addams Family, Xanadu and Hairspray, and of TV's new series The New Normal, from Glee creator Ryan Murphy, will appear in a new show on September 22nd and 23rd at 7:30 pm, when she brings a hilarious close to this summer's star-studded Broadway at The Art House series, hosted by Sirius XM Radio star Seth Rudetsky at the piano.

Quintessence Theatre Group opens its third season with Shakespeare's tragedy OTHELLO, directed by Alexander Burns. OTHELLO will begin previews on Wednesday, October 10 at 7pm and open on Saturday, October 13 at 8pm at the Sedgwick Theater, 7137 Germantown Ave in Mt. Airy, Philadelphia, 19119. To purchase tickets, visit www.QuintessenceTheatre.org or call 1.877.238.5596.

Wicked, the smash hit musical that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, will play its 2500th performance tomorrow night (Saturday 8 September 2012 at 7.30pm) at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre. The musical will celebrate its 6th Birthday on Thursday 27 September 2012.

Legendary Irish band Clannad will embark on their first North American tour in eighteen years with a series of dates this fall. In a career spanning four decades, the acclaimed family band Clannad has made music that entwines the traditional and the modern, with stunningly beautiful results. With their haunting songs and mesmerizing vocals, the award-winning group has sold over ten million records worldwide.

The Nuffield Theatre Company will present the British premiere of Tiger Tail, Tennessee Williams' own stage version of his controversial film, Baby Doll.

Now in its 7th year, the FringeNYC Encore Series gives theatre lovers another chance at seeing some of the most critically acclaimed and most crowd-pleasing shows from the Festival. Beginning September 7th, the FringeNYC Encore Series will present 19 'Best of The Festival' shows in rotating repertory at SoHo Playhouse and The Huron Club (both located at 15 Vandam Street between 6th Avenue & Varick) as well as at The Players Theater (115 MacDougal Street between Bleecker and Houston Streets). Tickets are $18, available at 212-691-1555 or www.SohoPlayhouse.com.

The Wichita premiere of Disney's THE LION KING opens tonight, Friday, September 7, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. at Century II Concert Hall for a limited engagement of four weeks through Sunday, September 30, 2012. In Wichita, THE LION KING plays Tuesday through Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Friday nights at 8:00 p.m., Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., with a special matinee performance on Thursday, September 27 at 1:00 p.m. There will not be an evening performance on Sunday, September 30. "Thus far sales have exceeded our expectations, but there are still great seats available! Thanks to this amazing Broadway touring company and the City of Wichita, which has done such a beautiful job getting Century II ready for THE LION KING," said Mark Edleman, President of Theater League.

BOOM for Equality and Thomas Bartlett (aka Doveman) have announced the inaugural event Freedom To Love Now! A Concert for Marriage Equality, to be held October 30, 2012 at New York City's Beacon Theatre.

Today it was officially announced by Live Nation, the tour's international promoter, that the RIHANNA DIAMONDS WORLD TOUR will make a stop at Detroit's Joe Louis Arena on Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Osip Theatre presents Celebrity Night at Cafe Red, written and directed by Lily Bevan, at Trafalgar Studios 2 from 20 September - 6 October 2012. Celebrity Night at Cafe Red is being co-produced by Osip Theatre and Lucy Pattison, with assistant direction from Hamish MacDougall, lighting design by Christopher Nairne, sound design by Emma Laxton, set design by Giuseppe Belli and costume design by Emma Belli. The press night is on 21 September at 7pm.

Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has announced the 45 Houston area high schoolscompeting in the 11th annual Tommy Tune Awards.

Hardwell is asking his fans to create an acoustic version of his hit single 'Spaceman' for the chance to have it featured in his Electric Zoo aftermovie. Additionally, that lucky fan will see full support from Hardwell, will win VIP access to a Hardwell show of choice, and a meet and greet with Hardwell. To enter, all fans need to do is record their acoustic version and send it to win@djhardwell.com. The winner will be chosen by Hardwell himself and announced on his Facebook page.

The award-winning North Shore Theatre (NSMT) is pleased to welcome Broadway star Dee Hoty to the cast of 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL. Due to a severe back injury (annular tear of the L5 disc), the previously announced Lucie Arnaz will be unable to play the role of Violet in 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL scheduled to open Tuesday, September 25, and play through Sunday, October 7. Press night is scheduled for September 26 at 7:30pm.

In the spirit of arts collaboration, Curtain Call Performing Arts, INC. (CCPA), entering its fifth season, is thrilled to announce the merger of California Conservatory Theatre (CCT), and CCPA effective September 1. Hundreds of patrons and the community-at-large received disappointing news on June 25 when long time San Leandro based non-profit theatre company CCT, announced suspension of operations due to financial challenges. Now followers of CCT have reason to celebrate again, as the companies will move forward under the CCPA name with a full season in place.