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John Waters, Beth Leavel, Marissa Perry and More Set for Symphonic Premiere of HAIRSPRAY: IN CONCERT!, Jan 2013
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2013

Marking the 25th anniversary of the John Waters' original film, Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly brings together an all-star cast of Broadway, film and TV stars for the full symphonic production of the Broadway musical, Hairspray. Hairspray: In Concert! will premiere with the Indianapolis Sympho...


Photo Flash: Megan Hilty Rehearses for PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH in Washington, D.C.!
by BWW News Desk - July 04, 2012

Yesterday, July 3rd, Broadway and SMASH star Megan Hilty prepared for her appearance in today's July 4th celebration on PBS, 'A Capitol Fourth.' BroadwayWorld brings you photos of Hilty in rehearsal in Washington, D.C., below!...


Terrence Mann, Marie Zamora, et al. Set for DO YOU HEAR THE PEOPLE SING Concert, 4/20-22
by Nicole Rosky - April 18, 2012

Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly leads the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and Baltimore Choral Arts Society in a concert featuring popular favorites from musicals such as Les Miserables and Miss Saigon on Thursday, April 19 at 8 p.m. at the Music Center at Strathmore, Friday, April 20 at 8 p.m., S...


STAGE TUBE: The Performances of A CAPITOL FOURTH - NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT, Megan Hilty and More!
by Kelsey Denette - July 05, 2012

Yesterday, America's national Independence Day celebration kicked off our country's 236th birthday. A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS featured AMERICAN IDOL winner Phillip Phillips; two-time Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick performing songs from the hit Broadway musical NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT with ...


Matthew Broderick & Kelli O'Hara to Perform from NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT at 'Capitol Fourth'
by Nicole Rosky - June 12, 2012

This July 4th, America's national Independence Day celebration kicks off our country's 236th birthday, as A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS welcomes a brand new host, Emmy Award-winning television personality Tom Bergeron. According to the Associated Press, Matthew Broderick will join previously announced Kel...


Megan Hilty, Kelli O'Hara, et al. to Take Part in PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH
by Nicole Rosky - May 17, 2012

This July 4th, America's national Independence Day celebration kicks off our country's 236th birthday, as A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS welcomes a brand new host, Emmy Award-winning television personality Tom Bergeron. Hot off another winning season as host of the hit TV series, DANCING WITH THE STARS, Be...


VIDEO: MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Cast Performs on PBS's 'A Capitol Fourth'
by Caryn Robbins - July 08, 2013

The 33rd annual broadcast of A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS featured over thirty cast members from Broadways' new smash hit MOTOWN THE MUSICAL, including Tony Award nominee Brandon Victor Dixon, Saycon Sengbloh and 2013 Tony Award nominee Valisia LeKae. Check out the performance below!...


Nominee Reactions: Audra McDonald - 'Fiance Will Swenson Said Yes to Being My Tony Date!'
by Robert Diamond - May 01, 2012

We'll be talking to nominees all day for their reactions! Click here for the complete list! Audra McDonald for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for THE GERSHWINS' PORGY AND BESS 'I am honored and grateful and I'm super thrilled for the production as a whole to get so m...


VIDEO: Neil Diamond Sings 'Freedom Song' at A CAPITOL FOURTH
by Tyler Peterson - July 05, 2013

Music legend Neil Diamond performed 'Freedom Song (They'll Never Take Us Down) aon last night's PBS special A CAPITOL FOURTH. Check out the performance below!...


BWW Special Coverage: 4th of July Guide for the Patriotic Theatre Junkie - Videos, Event Schedules & More!
by BWW - July 04, 2012

A devout theater fan knows no holiday, and thankfully, many of Broadway's most beloved shows and performers nationwide don't either. So what's a theater enthusiast to do on this Independence Day? Check out a sampling of this year's most exciting 4th of July offerings and click below to revisit som...


Barry Manilow Set to Headline PBS's CAPITOL FOURTH
by Caryn Robbins - May 28, 2013

TVGuide.com reports exclusively that Barry Manilow will headline the annual PBS live Fourth of July celebration A CAPITOL FOURTH. The gig marks a return for the superstar who performed at the event four years ago....


Barry Manilow Set to Headline PBS's CAPITOL FOURTH
by Caryn Robbins - May 28, 2013

TVGuide.com reports exclusively that Barry Manilow will headline the annual PBS live Fourth of July celebration A CAPITOL FOURTH. The gig marks a return for the superstar who performed at the event four years ago....


VIDEO: Megan Hilty Performs on PBS's A CAPITOL FOURTH
by Caryn Robbins - July 05, 2013

SMASH and Broadway star Megan Hilty performed a Patriotic Medley and a moving version of George Gershwin's 'Someone to Watch Over Me,' on last night's PBS special A CAPITOL FOURTH. Check out the performances below!...


MOTOWN Cast, Megan Hilty, Barry Manilow, Darren Criss & More to Perform on PBS's 'Capitol Fourth'
by Nicole Rosky - June 18, 2013

America's favorite host, two-time Emmy Award-winning television personality Tom Bergeron (DANCING WITH THE STARS) will return tothe West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol to host A CAPITOL FOURTH, starring music legend Barry Manilow, who is back by popular demand following his powerful debut performance on t...


Apolo Ohno Hosts Olympic Tribute on PBS's A CAPITAL FOURTH Tonight, 7/4
by TV News Desk - July 04, 2012

Today, July 4th, America's biggest Independence Day celebration kicks off our country's 236th birthday with a special salute to our Olympians and Paralympians as they prepare for the London games. Eight-time Olympic medalist Apolo Anton Ohno will host the tribute to Team USA....


Photo Flash: Kelli O'Hara, Matthew Broderick, Megan Hilty & More in A CAPITOL FOURTH - Official Concert Shots!
by Jessica Lewis - July 05, 2012

Yesterday, July 4, America's national Independence Day celebration kicked off our country's 236th birthday with celebrations and fireworks across the nation. Down in America's capitol, Washington DC was host the the annual A CAPITOL FOURTH concert, broadcast on PBS....


PBS to Air NATIONAL SALUTE TO VETERANS, 11/11
by Tyler Peterson - October 18, 2012

PBS and Capital Concerts announced today the broadcast of the NATIONAL SALUTE TO VETERANS, airing on PBS Sunday, November 11, 2012, at 8:00 p.m. ET, in honor of the service and sacrifice of our 22 million American veterans. Hosted by acclaimed actors Joe Mantegna ("Criminal Minds") and Gary Sinise (...


Indianapolis Symph Orch Performs Concert Stage Production of Hello, Dolly!
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2012

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly will perform the world premiere of a new symphonic concert stage production of Jerry Herman's famous Broadway musical Hello, Dolly! starring versatile singer Sandi Patty as Dolly Levi and renowned Tony Award-winning actor G...


Joe Mantegna, Gary Sinise Hosts PBS's NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT Tonight, 5/27
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2012

On the eve of Memorial Day, a star-studded line-up will grace the stage for one of PBS' highest-rated programs, the NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT. The program is co-hosted for the seventh year by Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna (CRIMINAL MINDS) and Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise (CSI:NEW YORK)...


Peter Nero and the Philly Pops Announce Holiday POPS! Dates
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2011

Peter Nero and the Philly Pops, a beloved family tradition, Holiday POPS!, returns to the Kimmel Center for seven festive performances....


VIDEO: Barry Manilow Performs on A CAPITOL FOURTH
by Caryn Robbins - July 05, 2013

Last night's A CAPITOL FOURTH, featured music legend Barry Manilow, who is back by popular demand following his powerful debut performance on the show in 2009. Below, watch Manilow sing a medley of best-known patriotic songs!...


Megan Hilty, Barry Manilow, 'Motown the Musical' & More to Perform on PBS's 'Capitol Fourth'
by Caryn Robbins - June 05, 2013

America's favorite host, two-time Emmy Award-winning television personality Tom Bergeron (DANCING WITH THE STARS) will return tothe West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol to host A CAPITOL FOURTH, starring music legend Barry Manilow, who is back by popular demand following his powerful debut performance on t...


Exclusive Coverage: Rehearsal with IRVING BERLIN: RAGS TO RITZES
by Walter McBride - October 15, 2011

The New York Pops orchestra - famous for presenting popular music with a symphony orchestra of the highest quality - celebrated the music of Irving Berlin in a stirring program entitled 'Rags to Ritzes.' Under the baton of guest director Jack Everly, the concert kicked off the orchestra's 29th seaso...


VIDEO: Barry Manilow Performs on A CAPITOL FOURTH
by Caryn Robbins - July 05, 2013

Last night's A CAPITOL FOURTH, featured music legend Barry Manilow, who is back by popular demand following his powerful debut performance on the show in 2009. Below, watch Manilow sing a medley of best-known patriotic songs!...


PBS Unveils Diverse Summer Line-Up of Programming
by Caryn Robbins - May 02, 2013

PBS today unveiled a summer line-up that features a diverse array of new programming. A summer of intrigue presents new episodes of MASTERPIECE MYSTERY! productions....






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