STAGE TUBE: Katie Lee Gifford Makes SCANDALOUS Announcement on the Today Show!July 19, 2012As announced on the Thursday, July 19 edition of NBC TODAY, this fall, two-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello (Parade, Mamma Mia!, Sister Act) will star in the new Broadway musical SCANDALOUS: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson. View the announcement from Kathie Lee Gifford on TODAY below!
Eileen Atkins Appears at Theatre on the Fly, August 1-2July 19, 2012Award-winning actress and screenwriter Eileen Atkins will recreate the persona of the most famous British actress of the 19th century to deliver two timeless speeches on Shakespeare's Women at Theatre on the Fly in Chichester.
Theatre on the Fly Opens FRED'S DINER, August 15July 19, 2012The third production to be staged at the brand new pop-up theatre space in Chichester is the world premiere of a witty and disturbing thriller by Penelope Skinner, one of the UK's most highly praised emerging playwrights. The cast includes award-winning actress Cush Jumbo and Olivia Poulet.
MARY POPPINS Returns to the Fisher Theater, 10/23-28July 19, 2012Broadway In Detroit and producers Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh announced today that tickets for the Detroit return engagement of MARY POPPINS, at the Fisher Theatre October 23-28, will go on sale to the public on Sunday, July 29 at 10 a.m. at all Ticketmaster locations, by phone at 1-800-982-2787, and online at www.ticketmaster.com or www.broadwayindetroit.com. On Monday, July 30, tickets will also be available starting at 10 a.m. at the Fisher Theatre box office.
Blue Man Group Debuts New Show in Las Vegas This OctoberJuly 19, 2012Blue Man Group unveils its newest production described as 'complete with electrifying music, sensational technology, a captivating nightly procession and its signature interactive, audience experiences.' The show opens inside Monte Carlo Resort and Casino Wednesday, Oct. 10.
The Brown Paper Box Co. Announces GODSPELL CastJuly 19, 2012The Brown Paper Box Co. will bring to Chicago a one-of-a-kind modern interpretation of Stephen Schwartz and John Michael Tebelak's GODSPELL. Using actor-musicians, this beloved musical brings the Book of Matthew to life in an intimate space: all performances will take place at Collaboraction Studio 300 in the Flat Iron Arts Building, 1579 North Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60622. Information can be found at www.brownpaperbox.org. Tickets to go on sale in late August.
Giordano Dance Chicago and Point Park University's JAZZ DANCE WORLD FESTIVAL Runs 8/1-4July 19, 2012Giordano Dance Chicago and Point Park University will present Jazz Dance World Festival, featuring four evenings of dance August 1 - 4 at the Byham Theatre in the Cultural District. A variety of companies and styles from around the world will grace the Byham stage, creating a completely unique program each night. Jazz Dance World Festival is sponsored by Dance Magazine, Dance Spirit and Dance Teacher, with additional support as an Event Partner from the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
THE CICCONE COLLECTION Launches in London in SeptemberJuly 19, 2012'Bringing his creative flair usually reserved for the more classic arts, painting, photography, art direction as well as interior and furniture design,' Christopher Ciccone is now making his foray into footwear design.