Andie Mechanic

BWW Reviews: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at The Kennedy Center - Great Music and Dancing, Underwhelming Production

Overall, 'Irving Berlin's White Christmas' is a step above your average holiday fare. Even if it left me wanting more, one does have to appreciate the music and dancing talent involved and any show which features Berlin's classic tunes is worthy of attention.

Kennedy Center Opera House Opens WHITE CHRISTMAS Tonight

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presents a stage adaptation of the beloved classic film, Irving Berlin's White Christmas in the Kennedy Center Opera House. Bring your loved ones for a heart-warming celebration of Americana from tonight, December 11, 2012 to January 6, 2013. The press opening is Thursday, December 13 at 7:30 p.m.

Kennedy Center Opera House Opens WHITE CHRISTMAS, 12/11

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presents a stage adaptation of the beloved classic film, Irving Berlin's White Christmas in the Kennedy Center Opera House. Bring your loved ones for a heart-warming celebration of Americana from December 11, 2012 to January 6, 2013. The press opening is Thursday, December 13 at 7:30 p.m.

Lisa Brescia, Jason Danieley and More Lead SUPREMA Reading at Ars Nova Today, 5/18

Ars Nova presents a by-invitation-only reading of Suprema, a new musical by Jordan Harrison (Maple and Vine) and Daniel Zaitchik (Picnic at Hanging Rock), today, May 18 at 3pm at Ars Nova.

Lisa Brescia, Jason Danieley and More to Lead SUPREMA Reading at Ars Nova, 5/18

Ars Nova today announced a by-invitation-only reading of Suprema, a new musical by Jordan Harrison (Maple and Vine) and Daniel Zaitchik (Picnic at Hanging Rock), on Friday, May 18 at 3pm at Ars Nova.

Nick Jonas Set to Attend Drama League Gala, 2/6

The Drama League just announced that pop star Nick Jonas will join the roster of special guests for their 28th Annual Musical Celebration of Broadway honoring Tony® and EmmyAward®-winner Kristin Chenoweth, to be held on February 6, 2012 at the famed Pierre Hotel (2 East 61st Street). Designed by celebrity event planner Preston Bailey, the Gala supports the educational initiatives of The Drama League Directors Project.

Norm Lewis, Brad Oscar Join Drama League Gala, 2/6

The Drama League has announced that Norm Lewis and Brad Oscar have joined the roster of special guests for their 28th Annual Musical Celebration of Broadway honoring Tony® and EmmyAward®-winner Kristin Chenoweth, to be held on February 6, 2012 at the famed Pierre Hotel (2 East 61st Street). Designed by celebrity event planner Preston Bailey, the Gala supports the educational initiatives of The Drama League Directors Project.

Paper Mill Announces Special Holiday Schedule For WHITE CHRISTMAS

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced an extended holiday schedule for its hit musical, Irving Berlin's White Christmas.

THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE Cast Recording Now Available

Kritzerland has announced the release of the Original Broadway Cast Album of The People in the Picture, starring Tony Award winning actress Donna Murphy. The new CD features Book & Lyrics by Iris Rainer Dart, with Music by Mike Stoller & Artie Butler and is now available for purchase at www.kritzerland.com.

Paper Mill Announces Special Holiday Schedule For WHITE CHRISTMAS

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced an extended holiday schedule for its hit musical, Irving Berlin's White Christmas.

THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE Original Cast Recording Released

Kritzerland is set to present a new Broadway Cast Recording of THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE.

Review - White Christmas: Back to Berlin

White Christmas is just too good a musical to be limited to holiday-time productions.  Especially when you have Larry Blank's ultra-snazzy swing orchestrations vibrantly delivering a gold-plated assortment of Irving Berlin classics and Randy Skinner's dancers heating up the floor with some sensational tapping.

Photo Coverage: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Paper Mill Playhouse Opening Night Party

New Jersey's Paper Mill Playhouse is currently presenting Irving Berlin's White Christmas, directed by Marc Bruni, with choreography by Randy Skinner and musical direction by Steven Freeman. The cast features: James Clow (Bob Wallace), Tony Yazbeck (Phil Davis), Jill Paice (Betty Haynes), Meredith Patterson (Judy Haynes), Edward James Hyland (General Waverly) and Lorna Luft (Martha Watson). The show opened last night, November 20, and runs through Saturday, December 24. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the recent opening and brings you red carpet coverage of the after party below!

Photo Coverage: Paper Mill Playhouse's WHITE CHRISTMAS Celebrates Opening Night

New Jersey's Paper Mill Playhouse is currently presenting Irving Berlin's White Christmas, directed by Marc Bruni, with choreography by Randy Skinner and musical direction by Steven Freeman. The cast features: James Clow (Bob Wallace), Tony Yazbeck (Phil Davis), Jill Paice(Betty Haynes), Meredith Patterson (Judy Haynes), Edward James Hyland (General Waverly) and Lorna Luft (Martha Watson). The show opened last night, November 20, and runs through Saturday, December 24.

Photo Coverage: Paper Mill Playhouse's Introduces Jill Paice, Tony Yazbeck & Co. of IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS!

New Jersey's Paper Mill Playhouse is currently in rehearsal for Irving Berlin's White Christmas, directed by Marc Bruni, with choreography by Randy Skinner and musical direction by Steven Freeman. The cast features: James Clow (Bob Wallace), Tony Yazbeck (Phil Davis), Jill Paice (Betty Haynes), Meredith Patterson (Judy Haynes), Edward James Hyland (General Waverly) and Lorna Luft (Martha Watson). The show begins performances on Wednesday, November 16 and runs at the Millburn theater through Saturday, December 24. Opening night is scheduled for Sunday, November 20. Yesterday, November 8, the company treated the press to a performance preview. Check out photo coverage below!

THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE Cast Album Gets December Release

BroadwayWorld has learned that in December, Kritzerland will release the cast album for THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE, which concluded its limited Broadway run in June.

Tony Yazbeck, Jill Paice & More Join Lorna Luft in Paper Mill's WHITE CHRISTMAS

Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee- Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt-Managing Director) today announced the cast and creative team for its holiday musical, Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Irving Berlin's White Christmas will be directed by Marc Bruni, with choreography by Randy Skinner and musical direction by Steven Freeman. The cast features: James Clow (Bob Wallace), Tony Yazbeck (Phil Davis), Jill Paice (Betty Haynes), Meredith Patterson (Judy Haynes), Edward James Hyland (General Waverly) and Lorna Luft (Martha Watson).

THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE Closes as Scheduled Today

THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE concludes its limited Broadway run today, as originally announced. The show stars two time Tony Award-winner Donna Murphy and is directed by Leonard Foglia. THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE features book & lyrics by Iris Rainer Dart and music by Mike Stoller and Artie Butler.

THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE's Murphy Set For LX-NY Backstage Tonight, 5/24

Roundabout Theatre Company's The People in the Picture star Donna Murphy will take WNBC's "LX-NY" backstage tonight between 5-6PM on channel 4.

Photo Coverage: THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE Gypsy Robe Ceremony

A long-standing opening night tradition on the Great White Way, the fabled Gypsy Robe is bestowed upon a veteran Broadway chorus member for each opening production. In what has now become a theatrical ritual, originating on Broadway 60 years ago, THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE cast member Shannon Lewis received the Gypsy Robe and BroadwayWorld was there for the celebration.