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Review: GYPSY: A MUSICAL FABLE at Music Theatre Wichita At Century II Concert Hall

What did our critic think of GYPSY: A MUSICAL FABLE at Music Theatre Wichita At Century II Concert Hall? There is a reason the musical Gypsy: A Musical Fable is a Golden Age classic. The text, suggested by the memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee and written by Authur Laurents, is economical and succinct. Jule Styne’s music varies from catchy tunes to lush, foreboding orchestral maneuvers, and Sondheim’s nascent lyrics are simple and accessible, yet cut to the core of each scene’s objective.
Walt Disney Studios President Sean Bailey Confirms HOCUS POCUS 3 and Teases Possible LION KING Saga

In an interview with the New York Times, Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production President Sean Bailey confirms that Hocus Pocus 3 is in development and teases a possible Star Wars-like Lion King saga.
BWW Review: THE PROM Sparkles and Shines at Straz Center For Performing Arts

The Prom a new musical with music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Chad Beguelin, and a book by Bob Martin and Chad Beguelin is based on an original concept by Jack Viertel. Directed and Choreographed by Casey Nicholaw, this explosive new musical took the stage by storm Tuesday night at the Straz Center, and with open arms, the audience welcomed this exceptional cast to the bay area. Boasting a primarily younger cast who danced and sang till everything was left on the stage, the audience was grooving in their seats and filled with joy all evening.
HELLO, DOLLY! Star Celebrates 40th Anniversary In Local Theatre

The role of Dolly Gallagher Levi, is a role embodied by some of the most respected performers, like Carol Channing, Ethel Merman, Barbara Streisand, Bette Middler, and Bernadette Peters. It's only fitting that the role in the Little Theatre production should go to a multi-hyphenate celebrating 40 years in local theatre, Karen Buchheim.
BWW Blog: Originating a Role

No role challenged me as much as an artist or showed me the power of performance more than when I got to originate a role. 
BWW Review: The 3 Witches Of WITCH PERFECT & HOW THE BITCH STOLE CHRISTMAS Return To Club Cumming with A New Movie Parody, THE FIRST KNIVES CLUB

Is the show HILARIOUS? You bet your Channel suit it is. Are the ladies top-notch and in terrific voice? HELL YEAH, THEY ARE! Each and every line fluff, trip up and gaff onstage was grist for the ladies' comedy mill and each time something went awry or a joke didn't land, a fresh response (especially from Bootsie) saved the moment and brought on gales of laughter.
BWW Review: The Green Room 42 Gives Us All a VODKA STINGER & IAHHHHHHHHHHHHH'LL Drink To Vodka Stinger and The Martha Rayes In: THE BITCH IS BACK

This is a Diva to watch for and experience for yourselves in a nightclub setting or wherever drinks and gays in all their ways gather to FEEL the art of drag. For all this entertainment, fun and drag magic we give Ms. Vodka Stinger a hearty 5 out of 5 Rainbows.
BroadwayWorld Readers Pick The Top Tony Award Acceptance Speeches!

We asked, and you answered! We're looking at what BroadwayWorld readers named as the top Tony Awards acceptance speeches, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ben Platt, Audra McDonald, and more! Check out all of the full videos!
BWW Review: 'It Only Takes a Moment' to Know That HELLO, DOLLY!, Betty Buckley and the Audience Are Having a Musical Theater Love Affair

It was apparent on reviewer's night of 'Hello Dolly,' which is starting its national tour in Cleveland, that many of the audience, which was awash in red clothing, had heard of the 'wear David Merrick red' to productions of this script. David Merrick red?
Moriah College Presents FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

Moriah College, Sydney's oldest and largest Jewish school, presents the definitive production of the classic Broadway musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF from 21 October to 1 November - and with an all-singing, all-dancing cast of more than 150. It's a Tradition!
Norbert and Karen Stachel Lead LehCats on New Release MOVEMENT TO EGALITARIA Featuring More Than 30 Players

Seven musicians who define the terms artistry, teamwork and chemistry starting with the chemistry of the married couple of Karen and Norbert Stachel, the leaders of LehCats.  Their versatility is evident, and their ability to deliver and uplift both the music and the listener is profound. Movement to Egalitaria was released June 12, 2018 (IYOUWE). 
Artist Managers Paul Geary And Steve Wood Launch New Business Partnership As GLOBAL ARTIST MANAGEMENT

Veteran artist managers Paul Gearyand Steve Wood have partnered to form a new, full-service artist management company: Global Artist Management. The mission ofGlobal Artist Management is to creatively service their clients' complete needs in the ever-changing climate of the music business. The initial client roster for Global Artist Management is comprised of hard rock iconsGodsmack, Aerosmith guitar legend Joe Perry, multi-platinum hitmakers Hoobastank, rising rock stars Like A Storm and co-management of the supergroup Hollywood Vampires alongside management legend Shep Gordon. Hollywood Vampires features Joe Perry, Johnny Depp and Alice Cooper.
Lineup Announced for 22nd Annual TWIST: Seattle Queer Film Festival

Three Dollar Bill Cinema announces the five gala film events for the 22nd Annual Twist: Seattle Queer Film Festival.
HELP! I THINK I MIGHT BE FABULOUS Comes to America this June

Last year's top Brighton Fringe award winning drag/cabaret/theatre act "Help! I Think I Might Be Fabulous" comes to Hollywood Fringe and San Diego Fringe this June as part of his international tour. Asylum (Inter)National House - 6500 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90038.
Tovah Feldshuh to Host National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's OUR LEADING LADIES Mother's Day Concert

Four-time Tony nominee Tovah Feldshuh and the Emmy and Tony Award-winning David Hyde Pierce will be among those appearing in the Drama Desk Award-winning National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's Mother's Day gala concert, Our Leading Ladies, at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, 566 LaGuardia Place, on Sunday May 14, at 6:30pm.
Interview: Before The Parade! A Conversation With Michael Childers About His Upcoming HELLO JERRY! In The Desert

The last remaining tickets are on sale for the desert's most anticipated annual star-studded concert event, Michael Childer's 'One Night Only', benefiting Jewish Family Services Of The Desert (JFS), to be held Thursday, April 20, 2017 at The McCallum Theatre. This 10th season's theme is 'Hello Jerry' and Michael and cast pay tribute to the incomparable composer Jerry Herman, bringing to the stage music form his popular musicals including Mame, Mack and Mabel, Grand Tour, La Cage Aux Folles and, of course, Hello Dolly. 'Hello Jerry' is directed by Jason Graae with musical direction by Christopher Marlowe. I had the opportunity to sit down with Michael Childer's to talk about this special tenth anniversary production, and more. Here are a few excerpts from that conversation …
Frances Ruffelle to Play Hippodrome Casino

Continuing the new season of programming at The Hippodrome Theatre, Club 11 London and The Hippodrome Casino are excited to bring you a night with Musical Theatre star, Tony Award winner and Les Mis's original Eponine, Frances Ruffelle. Tickets available here. Frances Ruffelle is bringing her critically acclaimed solo show 'I Say Yeh-Yeh' to the Hippodrome for the first time.
Nikki MacCallum Brings 'HOW TO STAY SINGLE' to The Duplex This Week

Nikki MacCallum is returning to The Duplex with her third solo cabaret, 'How to Stay Single in Life Without Really Trying.' The show is a guide to staying single, which can be quite an achievement in a world where it's sometimes easier to settle down with the wrong person!
Jimmy Ferraro's STUDIO THEATRE Stages LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS, Starting Tonight

Jimmy Ferraro's STUDIO THEATRE, 5732 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL -- opens the 2nd year MAIN SEASON with Neil Simon's hilarious comedy LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS, running tonight, September 25th thru October 18th, 2015.
Nikki MacCallum to Bring 'HOW TO STAY SINGLE' to The Duplex, 10/22-23

Nikki MacCallum is returning to The Duplex with her third solo cabaret, "How to Stay Single in Life Without Really Trying." The show is a guide to staying single, which can be quite an achievement in a world where it's sometimes easier to settle down with the wrong person!

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