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"Kirstie" revolves around Madison "Maddie" Banks, a renowned Broadway star who finds her life turned upside down when Arlo (Petersen), the son she gave up at birth, suddenly appears hoping to connect after his adoptive parents have died. However, Maddie doesn't exactly see nerdy and schlubby Arlo fitting in with her luxurious lifestyle. But when Maddie's assistant and best friend, Thelma (Perlman), and outlandish driver Frank (Richards) encourage her to give Arlo a chance, Maddie is shocked to find that perhaps she has motherly instincts after all.

Robert Hartwell Will Launch THE BROADWAY DANCE COLLECTIVE Master Class Tour on 1/24
by Nicole Rosky - January 19, 2016

Broadway veteran and Broadway Quick Change host, Robert Hartwell today announced the launch of The Broadway Dance Collective, a traveling, multi-disciplinary musical theater master class for youth....


Emmy Winning Actress Kirstie Alley Joins Cast of SCREAM QUEENS on FOX
by Caryn Robbins - September 13, 2016

Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Kirstie Alley has been cast in a series regular role in the upcoming second season of SCREAM QUEENS, the comedy-horror series from award-winning executive producers Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan....


SUCCESSIONS, THE 39 STEPS and More Set for Centaur Theatre's Season 49 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2017

A new line-up of plays and much more were revealed at Centaur Theatre's 49th season launch this afternoon....


Casts of FRIENDS, WILL & GRACE, BIG BANG & Many More to Reunite for NBC's TRIBUTE TO JAMES BURROWS, 2/21
by Caryn Robbins - January 20, 2016

The casts of several of the most iconic comedy series of all time will be participating in NBC's special MUST SEE TV: A TRIBUTE TO JAMES BURROWS which will air Sunday, Feb. 21 from 9-11 p.m. ET/PT....


Michael Feinstein, Norm Lewis, Caissie Levy and More to Bring Holiday Cheer to Feinst Photo Michael Feinstein, Norm Lewis, Caissie Levy and More to Bring Holiday Cheer to Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017

This December, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents a spectacular holiday lineup. Scroll down for details!...


Cast Complete for West End Transfer of John McCrea-Led EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMI Photo Cast Complete for West End Transfer of John McCrea-Led EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017

Full casting has been announced for the West End transfer of Everybody's Talking About Jamie, directed by Jonathan Butterell and written by Dan Gillespie Sells and Tom MacRae, which will play a limited season at the Apollo Theatre from Monday 6 November following a critically acclaimed run at Sheffi...


John McCrea to Star in New Musical EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2016

John McCrea is set to play the titular role in the world premiere of Dan Gillespie Sells & Tom Macrae's New Musical EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE....


VIDEOS: Remembering John McMartin On Stage and Screen
by Michael Dale - July 07, 2016

Video highlights of the the charming and versatile star from Broadway, television and film....


BWW Interview - DWTS' Maks Chmerkovskiy Talks Season 23, Return to Broadway & More
by Caryn Robbins - September 29, 2016

Fan favorite champion ballroom dancer, choreographer and fitness guru Maksim Chmerkovskiy returned to ABC's DANCING WITH THE STARS for the show's 23rd Season. Chmerkovskiy partners with model and actress Amber Rose as he attempts to reclaim the coveted mirror ball trophy....


BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM Sets West End Closing Date
by Tyler Peterson - January 13, 2016

Bend It Like Beckham The Musical recently extended booking at the Phoenix Theatre to 5 March 2016 when the show will then play its final performance at the end of the cast's year-long contract.  Rehearsals began for the critically acclaimed production in March 2015 with a company led by Natalie Dew ...


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Friends' Reunite in New Clip from NBC's TRIBUTE TO JAMES BURROWS
by Caryn Robbins - February 17, 2016

Courteney Cox, David Schwimmer, Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow and Matt LeBlanc explain how Director Jim Burrows brought them together on 'Friends.'...


BWW Review: PLAYING WITH FIRE: THE THEO FLEURY STORY at Centaur Theatre Photo BWW Review: PLAYING WITH FIRE: THE THEO FLEURY STORY at Centaur Theatre
by Marilla Steuter-Martin - October 11, 2017

Much like the famous NHLer he plays onstage, you can tell actor Shaun Smyth is working hard from the moment he steps onto the ice....


SUCCESSIONS, THE 39 STEPS and More Set for Centaur Theatre's Season 49 Lineup Photo SUCCESSIONS, THE 39 STEPS and More Set for Centaur Theatre's Season 49 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017

A new line-up of plays and much more were revealed at Centaur Theatre's 49th season launch this afternoon....


Southwark Playhouse Announces Full Casting for SIDE SHOW
by Liz Cearns - September 14, 2016

Full casting is announced today for Broadway musical Side Show, which will receive its UK Premiere in a brand new production at Southwark Playhouse, opening on Wednesday 26 October with previews from Friday 21 October....


Greenway Arts Alliance to Present THE HOUSE ON MANGO STREET Photo Greenway Arts Alliance to Present THE HOUSE ON MANGO STREET
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2017

Greenway Arts Alliance will present THE HOUSE ON MANGO STREET, adapted for stage by award-winning playwright Amy Ludwig (2006 LA Weekly Theater Award for 'Best Adaptation' of The House on Mango Street) and directed by Alexandra Meda (Artistic Director of Chicago's Teatro Luna)....


BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM Sets West End Closing Date
by Tyler Peterson - January 13, 2016

Bend It Like Beckham The Musical recently extended booking at the Phoenix Theatre to 5 March 2016 when the show will then play its final performance at the end of the cast's year-long contract.  Rehearsals began for the critically acclaimed production in March 2015 with a company led by Natalie Dew ...


WP Theater's 2017 Gala, Hosted by Lena Hall, Will Honor Debra Messing and More
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2017

WP Theater (formerly Women's Project Theater), under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Lisa McNulty and Managing Director Michael Sag, has announced WP Theater's 32nd Annual Gala, honoring game-changing women with the Women of Achievement Awards. The gala will honor Emmy Award-winning ac...


West End's BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM to Record Cast Album; New Dates Announced
by Matt Smith - August 14, 2015

Over 140,000 new tickets will be released for sale today (14 August 2015) for the critically acclaimed five-star West End production of Bend It Like Beckham The Musical, now booking at the Phoenix Theatre to 20 February 2016. ...


Broadway Icon Kristin Chenoweth to Perform on Martha's Vineyard, Provincetown This August
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2016

Kristin Chenoweth, star of Broadway's original 'Wicked' and Tony-winner for 'You're A Good Man Charlie Brown,' star of TV's 'Glee' and Emmy-winner for 'Pushing Daisies,' will perform solo shows for Broadway @ The Performing Arts Center on Martha's Vineyard on August 14 at 6pm for one show only, and ...


Warner Bros. presents BUGS BUNNY AT THE SYMPHONY II with the NJSO
by A.A. Cristi - May 01, 2017

WARNER BROS. presents BUGS BUNNY AT THE SYMPHONY II -a spectacular fusion of classical music and classic animation that celebrates the world's most famous and beloved cartoons and their equally famous music-with the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, June 3-4 in Newark and New Brunswick. Conducted by Em...


A LITTLE NEW MUSIC to Feature Broadway and Local Talent in Spring Lineup at Catalina Jazz Club
by A.A. Cristi - March 28, 2017

A LITTLE NEW MUSIC returns to the historic Catalina Jazz Club with its 14th presentation of original musical theater material in a classic cabaret setting.  Join us as we premiere songs from the far corners of the country and beyond.  Discover your new favorite musical theater songs, before they bec...


VIDEO: Pentatonix Cover Jack U & Justin Bieber's 'Where Are U Now'
by Caryn Robbins - September 25, 2015

Today, Pentatonix released a moody, a cover of 'Where Are Ü ?Now' in anticipation of their upcoming debut self-titled studio album, out October 16th....


Photo Flash: Drew Fornarola Continues (mostly)musicals Series at LA's Bar Fedora
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2016

On Monday, April 4, 2016, acclaimed musical theater writer Drew Fornarola (COLLEGE: THE MUSICAL, STRAIGHT, CLAUDIO QUEST) presented his first full-length concert of his work in Los Angeles at Bar Fedora at Au Lac. Check out photos from rehearsals and the show below!...


Kritzerland's THE 70s: SINGER/SONGWRITERS Set for Sterling's Upstairs at the Federal on 6/5
by Louisa Brady - June 04, 2016

For our 68th show, we take a look back at one of the greatest decades in music and the amazing singer/songwriters of that era. It's a different kind of show for us, but we do love to be different. So, you'll be getting classic and amazing songs by the likes of Billy Joel, Paul Simon, Carole King, St...


FRIENDS Co-Creators Kauffman & Crane to Receive WGA West's Achievement Award
by Caryn Robbins - January 13, 2016

FRIENDS co-creators Marta Kauffman & David Crane have been named recipients of the Writers Guild of America, West's 2016 Paddy Chayefsky Laurel Award for Television Writing Achievement in recognition of their lifetime achievement in outstanding writing for television....






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