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The two-night scripted miniseries HOUDINI follows the epic tales of Harry Houdini as he emerges as America

Author Thom Fillinger's Novel Stars Survivor of the Bermuda Triangle's Secret
by Robert Diamond - July 03, 2013

What if someone faced the mysterious power of the Bermuda Triangle and survived to tell the tale?...


Neil Patrick Harris Featured on Animal Planet's TANKED Tonight, 9/15
by TV News Desk - September 15, 2012

There will be no shortage of blow-ups, would-be disasters and drama as the team heads out on the road for some of the biggest installs ever, for A-list clientele such Neil Patrick Harris and his Hollywood 'Magic Castle' coming up tonight, September 15, at 9 PM (ET/PT)....


SMOKE AND MIRRORS to Reopen 1/26 at Road Theatre in North Hollywood
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2013

After a successful three month run at Promenade Playhouse in Santa Monica, Smoke and Mirrors - a heartfelt comedy-drama with mind-bending magic that has been named 'Critics Choice' in the Los Angeles Times - opens January 26 at The Road Theatre Company in North Hollywood....


Aaron Sorkin Withdraws from Broadway's HOUDINI Due to Scheduling Conflicts
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2013

According to Deadline.com, Aaron Sorkin has withdrawn as librettist of the upcoming Broadway production Houdini, starring Hugh Jackman. Sorkin's schedule, including his commitments involving the second season of HBO's 'The Newsroom' and adapting Walter Isaacson's book 'Steve Jobs' for Sony Pictures,...


TV EXCLUSIVE: The Glorious Opening Number from the RAGTIME Concert- Lea Salonga, Norm Lewis, Patina Miller and More!
by Nicole Rosky - February 19, 2013

Manhattan Concert Productions just presented a special concert performance of Ragtime at Avery Fisher Hall last night, Monday, February 18, 2013. The cast included: Michael Arden as Younger Brother, Phillip Boykin as Booker T. Washington, Kerry Butler as Evelyn Nesbit, Matt Cavenaugh as Henry Ford, ...


BBC America to Premiere DANGERMAN: THE INCREDIBLE MR. GOODWIN, 7/8
by Caryn Robbins - June 07, 2013

Houdini's heartstopping stunts will come to BBC America this summer....


PLOUGHED UNDER: AN AMERICAN SONGBOOK Opens 4/28 in Chicago
by Kelsey Denette - April 15, 2013

The House Theatre of Chicago ventures into new territory, giving life to a concert-style telling of American folk and tall tales. Composer Kevin O'Donnell delves into our nation's early history illuminating stories often outside of the mainstream. The production begins performances April 19, 2013 at...


SMOKE AND MIRRORS at The Road on Lankershim Extends Through 8/25
by Tyler Peterson - May 29, 2013

After more than eight months of playing to packed houses in Santa Monica and North Hollywood, Smoke and Mirrors - a heartfelt comedy-drama with mind-bending magic that has been named 'Critics Pick' in the Los Angeles Times - has extended its run again at The Road on Lankershim, 5108 Lankershim Blvd ...


The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County Presents THE NUTCRACKER, 11/29-12/30
by Kelsey Denette - November 15, 2012

Following 2011's The Sparrow and last season's sold-out-hit Death and Harry Houdini, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is proud to partner with the famed House Theatre of Chicago for a third consecutive season to present a new holiday-themed production, THE NUTCR...


Danville's Historic North Theatre Launches Houdini Festival Today
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013

March 24, 2013, is the 139th anniversary of the birth of Harry Houdini the great magician and escape artist. To commemorate this birthday, America's only World Champion Illusionist, Wayne Alan, and his theatre, The Historic North Theatre in Danville, VA, announce the First Annual Houdini Festival to...


Danville's Historic North Theatre to Host 1st Annual Houdini Festival, 6/21-22
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2013

Today, March 24, 2013, is the 139th anniversary of the birth of Harry Houdini the great magician and escape artist. To commemorate this birthday, America's only World Champion Illusionist, Wayne Alan, and his theatre, The Historic North Theatre in Danville, VA, announce the First Annual Houdini Fest...


Syfy's DEALS FROM THE DARKSIDE to Premiere 11/7
by Caryn Robbins - November 02, 2012

Syfy delves into the the world of some of the creepiest and most notorious antiques and relics in existence in the new half-hour reality series, DEALS FROM THE DARKSIDE, premiering Wednesday, November 7 at 10 PM ET/PT. The 13 episode reality series was acquired from CABLEready....


BBC America Premieres DANGERMAN: THE INCREDIBLE MR. GOODWIN Tonight
by TV News Desk - July 08, 2013

Houdini's heartstopping stunts will come to BBC America this summer....


Jamie Nichols, Mark Lyminsteras & More Join 2013 UK Tour of HOUDINI; Full Cast Announced!
by Tyler Peterson - June 26, 2013

Casting is announced today for the brand new, dramatic play 'HOUDINI' which premieres at Stoke Repertory Theatre on September 9th before embarking on a UK tour. 'Houdini' writer and BAFTA Award winning actor Stuart Brennan who plays Theo, Harry Houdini's brother, and Evanna Lynch, ex-Harry Potter a...


THE DEAD LEGEND to Make New York Premiere at NYMF, 7/12-13
by Nicole Rosky - June 20, 2013

NEW YORK MUSICAL THEATRE FESTIVAL (NYMF) and the UNIVERSITY OF GREAT FALLS (UGF) are pleased to announce the New York premiere production of Michael Gilboe's, in collaboration with the students of The University of Great Falls, THE DEAD LEGEND, directed by MICHAEL GILBOE. THE DEAD LEGEND will play t...


Emmy-Winning TV Director Rob Schiller to Helm Warner Theatre's CURTAINS, Beg. 1/26
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2013

Emmy Award winning Hollywood Director Rob Schiller, also known for his philanthropic endeavors, is now lending his award-winning directing talents to the Warner, a historic theater in Connecticut that offers state of the art digital cinema, dance, plays and musicals....


BWW Reviews: Kentwood Players Stage Melodically Rousing RAGTIME
by Don Grigware - March 20, 2013

Since its creation in 1997, Ragtime has remained one of my favorite musicals for two reasons. Its simply gorgeous almost opera-like musical score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens moves me to the bone, and it has more meaningful historical content about America at the turn of the 20th century than...


CenterStage: Jewish Community Center Presents RAGTIME, 10/25-11/11
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2012

Ragtime, The Musical sweeps into CenterStage at the Jewish Community Center, running October 25 - November 11, 2012. For tickets, call (502) 459-0660 or go online at www.CenterStageJCC.org....


Evanna Lynch and Stuart Brennan to Star in 2013 UK Tour of HOUDINI?
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2013

According to WildAboutHoudini.com, Evanna Lynch (Harry Potter films) and Stuart Brennan will likely star in the upcoming UK tour of Houdini. The show is set to make its World Premiere on September 9, 2013 at the Stoke-on-Trent Repertory Theatre, produced by Theatre Giant....


CenterStage: Jewish Community Center Presents RAGTIME, Now thru 11/11
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2012

Ragtime, The Musical sweeps into CenterStage at the Jewish Community Center, running tonight, October 25 - November 11, 2012. For tickets, call (502) 459-0660 or go online at www.CenterStageJCC.org....


EgoPo's American Vaudeville Festival Continues With THE LIFE (AND DEATH) OF HARRY HOUDINI, Opening 3/29
by Kelsey Denette - March 20, 2013

EgoPo Classic Theater will present the world premiere of The Life (and Death) of Harry Houdini. This one-of-a-kind theater piece is being created by and under the direction of EgoPo's, Brenna Geffers. This is the second installment of EgoPo's season long American Vaudeville Festival and will be pres...


Danville's Historic North Theatre Launches Houdini Festival Today
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013

March 24, 2013, is the 139th anniversary of the birth of Harry Houdini the great magician and escape artist. To commemorate this birthday, America's only World Champion Illusionist, Wayne Alan, and his theatre, The Historic North Theatre in Danville, VA, announce the First Annual Houdini Festival to...


Neil Patrick Harris to Be Featured in Animal Planet's TANKED, 9/15
by Caryn Robbins - September 05, 2012

There will be no shortage of blow-ups, would-be disasters and drama as the team heads out on the road for some of the biggest installs ever, for A-list clientele such Neil Patrick Harris and his Hollywood 'Magic Castle' coming up on Saturday, September 15, at 9 PM (ET/PT)....


2012 Equity Jeff Award Nominations Announced
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2012

The Jeff Awards Committee announced 197 nominations in 34 categories for Chicago Equity theatrical productions, which opened between August 1, 2011, and July 31, 2012. The Jeff Awards judges attended opening nights of 118 Equity productions offered by 55 producing organizations. From these openings,...


Aaron Sorkin Writing Book for New Broadway Musical?
by Nicole Rosky - June 21, 2013

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, earlier this year, Aaron Sorkin withdrew as librettist of the upcoming Broadway production Houdini, starring Hugh Jackman. Now in a recent interview with Vanity Fair, he revealed that he's deveoping another musical for Broadway. When jokingly asked if he'd ever ...






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