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VIV! to Return to Edge Theatre, 2/14-17
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2013

Edge Theatre presented Viv! (The Story behind the Legend of Vivien Leigh) in Houston in December, but the show is having an exciting afterlife. It is being presented in Miami the weekend of Feb. 8-10, and returns to Houston with the original cast the following Valentine Day weekend, suitably enough,...


STAGE TUBE: More from Inside MOTOWN THE MUSICAL's Open Auditions
by Stage Tube - September 17, 2013

"Fox 5 News" correspondent Jill Nicolini attended MOTOWN THE MUSICAL's nationwide open call casting search along with hundreds of excited hopefuls. Auditionees hoping to portray famous icons like Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson were dancing in the streets as Nicolini h...


Rebuilding NYC after Superstorm Sandy Set for THIRTEEN's MetroFocus, 6/19
by Caryn Robbins - June 17, 2013

The next edition of MetroFocus looks at the $20 billion plan proposed by Mayor Bloomberg to strengthen New York City's defenses and infrastructure in the wake of Superstorm Sandy....


VIDEO: First Look - Trailer for HERCULES: THE LEGEND BEGINS
by - October 14, 2013

An official trailer has been revealed for Hercules: The Legend Begins, starring Kellan Lutz, Scott Adkins, Liam McIntyre, Liam Garrigan. Directed by Renny Harlin the story behind one of the greatest myths will hit theaters in March of 2014...


Asbury Shorts Screens 'Short Film Concert' at Bridgeport's Bijou Theatre Today
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2013

Asbury Shorts, New York City's longest running short film exhibition, presents its acclaimed touring 'Short Film Concert' at The Bijou Theatre in Bridgeport....


Authentic 1800's Railroad Steam Locomotive Headlamp on Ebay for 99 Cents
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2013

Estate Auctions Inc is please to offer an original steam locomotive headlight. Made between 1852 and 1866, and signed by the manufacturer, The Brooklyn Flint Glass Co. 30 South Williams Street, N.Y. Above that it reads, GILLILAND'S DIOPTRIC LENS PATENTED AUG 10TH, 1852....


AUDIO: MOTOWN THE MUSICAL's Berry Gordy Talks New Musical with Tom Joyner
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2013

Celebrated radio personality Tom Joyner spoke with Motown founder Berry Gordy to discuss bringing the legend of Motown to the Broadway stage and theaters across America in an interview that aired nationwide on Tuesday, September 17 on the Tom Joyner Morning Show. Listen to the complete interview bel...


Asbury Shorts Screens 'Short Film Concert' at Bridgeport's Bijou Theatre Today
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2013

Asbury Shorts, New York City's longest running short film exhibition, presents its acclaimed touring 'Short Film Concert' at The Bijou Theatre in Bridgeport....


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Darren Criss & More Get 'Puppetized' on GLEE
by Caryn Robbins - November 27, 2013

Puppets have taken over the GLEE set and these little guys aren't shy about sharing some dirt on their human counterparts. Check out the promo for Thursday night's 'Puppet Master' episode of the FOX musical dramedy below!...


PEACE TRAIN - THE CAT STEVENS STORY to Tour Australia, Feb - June 2014
by Tyler Peterson - December 05, 2013

Continuing on from his successful tour in 2013, Peace Train - The Cat Stevens Story is back and touring Australia from February - June 2014....


Valisia LeKae to be Honored at NAN's 4th Annual Triumph Awards Today
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2013

Tony Award nominee Valisia LeKae, who stars as Diana Ross in the smash hit Motown The Musical, will be honored by the National Action Network (NAN) at the 4th Annual Triumph Awards today, October 7 at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Rose Theatre. Hosted by the Reverend Al Sharpton, President and Founder of...


STAGE TUBE: MOTOWN Cast Dedicates Original Song to Valisia LeKae
by Nicole Rosky - January 13, 2014

As BoadwayWorld previously reported, Tony nominee Valisia LeKae recently announced that she would depart the cast of Broadway's MOTOWN because of an ovarian cancer diagnosis. To express their support of their castmate, the company united to perform a song written especially for her. 'I Am Here' was ...


Pearl Theatre Hosts 'Curtain Up Classics' for AND AWAY WE GO Today
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2013

The Pearl Theatre Company presents CURTAIN UP CLASSICS for Terrence McNally's And Away We Go, with Kate Farrington, Interim Artistic Director and Dramaturg, and Carol Schultz ('97), Resident Acting Company Member today, November 23rd, 11am at The Pearl Theatre (555 West 42nd Street). Free....


Asbury Shorts to Screen 'Short Film Concert' at Bridgeport's Bijou Theatre, 8/23
by Kristin Salaky - August 13, 2013

Asbury Shorts, New York City's longest running short film exhibition, presents its acclaimed touring "Short Film Concert" at The Bijou Theatre in Bridgeport....


Estate Auctions Inc. Offers Rare Pickled Oyster Jug
by Christina Mancuso - May 08, 2013

Estate Auctions Inc. is pleased to announce the upcoming auction of an extremely rare piece of stoneware. The oyster jar or crock features a blue impressed mark on the top that reads T DOWNING PICKLED OYSTERS NO (star) 5 BROAD ST NEW YORK. The story behind this remarkable piece is quite interesting ...


Author Pens Story Despite Muscle Disease in FAMILY LIFE
by Christina Mancuso - June 11, 2013

From author Renae, a “completely pure, completely honest” woman who has enthusiastically lived with several different “families” and courageously suffered different illnesses, Family Life is a stirring story about family and friendship, love and support amidst sickness and suffering. What stands out...


PEACE TRAIN - THE CAT STEVENS STORY to Tour Australia, Feb - June 2014
by Tyler Peterson - December 05, 2013

Continuing on from his successful tour in 2013, Peace Train - The Cat Stevens Story is back and touring Australia from February - June 2014....


Rebuilding NYC after Superstorm Sandy Set for THIRTEEN's MetroFocus, 6/19
by Caryn Robbins - June 17, 2013

The next edition of MetroFocus looks at the $20 billion plan proposed by Mayor Bloomberg to strengthen New York City's defenses and infrastructure in the wake of Superstorm Sandy....


STAGE TUBE: Watch the Cast of MOTOWN on the Thanksgiving Day Parade!
by Robert Diamond - November 29, 2013

Check out video below of the cast of MOTOWN strutting their stuff and singing some of the greatest songs from yesterday's Thanksgiving Day Parade!...


STAGE TUBE: MOTOWN Cast Performs Medley on GMA!
by Nicole Rosky - April 04, 2013

Tony Award nominee Brandon Victor Dixon and the cast of the Broadway's MOTOWN: THE MUSICAL performed live on "Good Morning America" this morning from the heart of Times Square. Check out the full medley below!...


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Darren Criss & More Get 'Puppetized' on GLEE
by Caryn Robbins - November 27, 2013

Puppets have taken over the GLEE set and these little guys aren't shy about sharing some dirt on their human counterparts. Check out the promo for Thursday night's 'Puppet Master' episode of the FOX musical dramedy below!...


RDT to Present MISSA BREVIS: NEXUS OF FAITH, ART AND WAR, 10/2
by Molly Tracy - September 11, 2013

In Repertory Dance Theatre's fall show LEGACY, a significant piece of history is being commemorated: the rise of a near-devastated people from the ashes of World War II. "Missa Brevis" is more than a dance, it calls to mind how humans navigate faith, art and war....


VIDEO: Get a First Look at GLEE's 'Puppet Master' Episode!
by Caryn Robbins - November 22, 2013

On the next episode of FOX's GLEE titled 'Puppet Master', Blaine believes he has the best plan to win Nationals, but he doesn't take the glee club's criticism too well when the students accuse him of being too controlling....


Chicago Based Progressive Metal Band Oceanborn Announces “Hidden From the World” Debut Album Release in September 2013
by Robert Diamond - August 31, 2013

Hailing from Chicago, Oceanborn has confirmed the release of their full length debut for September 2013. The album was predominantly recorded in Chicago at the band's studio with drums being tracked by Chris King with Eyal Levi at Audiohammer Studios (Trivium, The Contortionist, Black Dahlia Murder,...


The Driehaus Museum Presents 'Unraveling the Mysteries of Harris Burdick,' 2/9
by Kelsey Denette - January 22, 2013

Can a picture truly paint a thousand words? Audience members during this family-friendly musical performance by the Metroplis Oboe Quartet can find out at the Driehaus Museum on February 9, 2013....






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