MUSICAL THEATRE Magazine Launches September 2013September 3, 2013A new digitally delivered magazine focusing on the art of musical theatre, appropriately titled MUSICAL THEATRE, is now offering subscriptions as well as its very first issue, September 2013.
New Promo For CHASING DANCE Doc w/ LaChiusa MusicSeptember 3, 2013A unique new promo for the upcoming documentary tracing the roots and reality of The Chase Brock Experience dance company is now available to view, showcasing an original musical composition by Michael John LaChiusa.
McDonald's GO BACK HOME Fall Tour Kicks Off TodaySeptember 3, 2013Modern musical theatre royalty with an increasing presence on TV and in film, five-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald embarks on a Fall tour in promotion of her new studio album GO BACK HOME, kicking off tonight in San Francisco at the Davies Symphony Hall.
In Rehearsal With New UK MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAMAugust 30, 2013 first look at the starry cast of the new Michael Grandage production of William Shakespeare's classic comedy A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM deep in rehearsal for the new West End production is now available to view, featuring show stars Sheridan Smith and more.
New Behind-The-Scenes Promos For FROM HERE TO ETERNITYAugust 30, 2013Three extensive new behind-the-scenes promotional featurettes for the forthcoming West End page-to-stage adaptation of FROM HERE TO ETERNITY are now available to view, highlighting the creative team and cast of the exciting new musical hard at work on bringing the show to the stage.
InDepth InterView: Meat Loaf Talks New Las Vegas Residency, Plus Broadway, Hollywood, Upcoming Album & MoreAugust 31, 2013Today we are talking to one of the most notably theatrical and animated performers in music history known for his operatic onstage antics as well as his acting in a number of notable stage and screen properties over his forty-year career besides his legendary recording work - the one and only Meat Loaf. Analyzing the magical musical ingredients that have made BAT OUT OF HELL one of the bestselling albums of all time, as well as the worldwide success of its sequel and its lead single 'I'd Do Anything For Love' and his ongoing relationship with the peerless rock visionary of a creator behind them both, Jim Steinman, Loaf nee Aday sheds some new light on his rich recording legacy, then and now. Additionally, Loaf shares first news of his upcoming re-teaming with Steinman on tracks for his new BRAVE & CRAZY album as well as shares some candid and vivid touring stories old and new involving the idiosyncratic and iconic rock pair. Most importantly, Loaf gives us the 411 on his new Las Vegas residency at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, ROCKTELLZ & COCKTAILS PRESENTS MEAT LOAF for six weeks beginning September 26 and also outlines what fans can expect catching him on tour, too. Plus, Loaf recounts his various experiences on the Broadway and Hollywood adaptations of the ever-enduring ultimate cult classic as it marks its fortieth anniversary, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, and also imparts memories from his early days in New York, recounting stage roles in musicals like HAIR and Steinman's own MORE THAN YOU DESERVE, as well as roles in Shakespearean drama and comedy byway of OTHELLO and AS YOU LIKE - not to mention the infamous ROCKABYE HAMLET '70s rock musical - among others. All of that, thoughts on the upcoming FIGHT CLUB sequel, choosing newcomer Michael Bay and casting Angelina Jolie for BAT 2 music videos, memories of appearing on GLEE as well as information on multiple upcoming film appearances and insights into show business in general - and much, much more!
Linda Eder Sings New FROG TROUBLE TrackAugust 29, 2013Accomplished vocalist and popular concert performer Linda Eder lends her unmistakable vocal mastery to a track on the star-studded new country compilation album FROG TROUBLE, featuring songs and illustrations by Sandra Boynton, and a preview of Eder's entry on the kids-aimed release is now available.
Expanded Audra McDonald Lincoln Center Concert Airs 8/30August 29, 2013An expanded edition of the rapturous and resplendent May LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER broadcast of Audra McDonald's GO BACK HOME is set to premiere tomorrow night on PBS according to a new official online posting.
New GLASS MENAGERIE Rehearsal Photos With Quinto & MoreAugust 29, 2013Broadway/Hollywood crossover superstar Zachary Quinto joins with fellow stage and screen star Cherry Jones along with Broadway regular Celia Keenan-Bolger and Brian J. Smith for a new production of the classic Tennessee Williams drama THE GLASS MENAGERIE and new photos of the cast in rehearsals have emerged.
Hiddleston On ONLY LOVERS LEFT ALIVE & SwintonAugust 29, 2013Popular stage and screen star Tom Hiddleston discusses his new vampire-themed feature film, ONLY LOVERS LEFT ALIVE, as well as working with notable fellow thespians Tilda Swinton and John Hurt in a new interview.
The Who's TOMMY: Super Deluxe Edition AnnouncedAugust 28, 2013The groundbreaking and iconic rock opera TOMMY by The Who is on its way back to disc and digital download in a new Super Deluxe Edition packed with bonus materials, including cut songs, demos, outtakes and featuring a brand new surround sound edition of the iconic 1969 'Amazing Journey' tale.
Flashy New KINKY BOOTS Video Billboard Unveiled In Times SquareAugust 28, 2013An attention-grabbing new billboard for Broadway's biggest new hit, the 2013 Tony Award-winning Best Musical KINKY BOOTS is now on display in Times Square and fans of the spunky and funky, feel-good show can take in the glittery sights and sounds of the flashy new ad below.
Tune Toasts Channing At Chic NYC Cocktail CelebrationAugust 28, 2013Legendary multi-Tony Award-winning actor, choreographer and director Tommy Tune recently hosted a chic fete in honor of the one and only stage and screen performer Carol Channing and her return to New York City and a video of select moments from the event are now available.
Jones & Quinto In New TV Spot For GLASS MENAGERIEAugust 28, 2013Recognizable stage and screen stars Cherry Jones and Zachary Quinto headline the highly anticipated Broadway revival of the Tennessee Williams classic THE GLASS MENAGERIE and an alluring and attractive new promotional spot has appeared to advertise the production.
Lampanelli Talks Theatre Training & SKINNY B*TCHAugust 28, 2013Ribald comedienne Lisa Lampanelli is taking to the stage in a new one-woman play - titled SKINNY B*TCH: NOT A STAND-UP COMEDY SHOW, directed by John Rando - throughout the country on a tryout tour and the outrageous raconteur discusses the new show and her current theatre training in general as part of a new interview.
Wikipedia Introduces WikiProject Musical TheatreAugust 27, 2013Widely-used user-generated online encyclopedia Wikipedia has introduced a new feature for fans of musical theatre called WikiProject Musical Theatre, offering willing participants the opportunity to help to create a much more substantial database of information.