Betty Lynn

Review: The ASA Honors Betty Buckley With NEW WAYS TO DREAM Concert at Merkin Hall
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 4, 2023

A cast of Friends Of Betty filled the stage of Merkin Hall this week as the American Songbook Association honored Betty Buckley.

Scott Werntz To Direct Special Presentation Of MIKE & MINDY'S WILD WEEKEND JAM
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2023

A Power Player In The Mike & Mindy Universe Returns! Arts In Education Notable, Scott Werntz, to helm 'Mike & Mindy.' Mike & Mindy's Wild Weekend Jam, with Music & Lyrics by Bucky Heard & Timothy D. Lee of The Righteous Brothers and a book by Eileen Nelson & Mark Corallo, will be directed by Scott Werntz

Broadway Community Reacts to Stephen Sondheim's Passing
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2021

In the wake of Stephen Sondheim's passing, there has been an outpouring of grief from the Broadway community and beyond. Read them all here.

New Documentary THE MAYBERRY EFFECT Explores Enduring Legacy Of THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2021

Few television programs from the 1960s remain as instantly recognizable and still bring a smile to people's faces as 'The Andy Griffith Show.' Now, an award-winning feature-length documentary film, 'The Mayberry Effect' explores the iconic sitcom's enduring impact and the reasons so many fans of all ages are still drawn to it.

Social Roundup: Broadway Stars Are Sharing Their Best Voting Selfies and Encouraging Fans to Vote!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Nov 3, 2020

It's Election Day and Broadway stars across the country are sharing their voting selfies and messages!

BWW Interview: Betty Buckley Opens Up About Her Fight to Reclaim 'Memory' from Donald Trump
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 28, 2020

One of Broadway's most iconic anthems has been turned into a Trump campaign rallying cry, and Betty Buckley isn't having it. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, despite being served a cease-and-desist order this summer from composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, the Trump campaign has continued to use Buckley's rendition of 'Memory,' at rallies across the country.

Betty Buckley Saved Rufus Wainwright From Drowning as a Kid
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2020

A new story from The Washington Post profiles singer/songwriter/composer Rufus Wainwright, but it begins with an interesting story featuring someone familiar to the Broadway world.

The Betty Lynn Buckley Awards Announces 2020 Nominees
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2020

Casa Mañana has announced the nominations for the 2020 Betty Lynn Buckley Awards. Winners will be announced online via livestream on Casa's Facebook and YouTube channel, Thursday, May 21, 2020, at 7:30pm. Director of Theatre for Youth and local legend B.J. Cleveland will host. Specials guests from Broadway and beyond will present awards.

Brief 8/27: The Stars Remember Neil Simon, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2018

Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: stars of the stage and screen remember Neil Simon on social media, and more!

Michael Crawford, Betty Buckley, and Many More Stage and Screen Stars Remember Neil Simon
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2018

As BroadwayWorld has sadly reported, legendary playwright Neil Simon has died at 91. He passed away last night at New York-Presbyterian Hospital in New York City due to complications from pneumonia. Stars of stage and screen have taken to social media to pay their respects and remember the legendary playwright. Read a sampling of the posts below.

Broadway Mourns the Passing of Dame Gillian Lynne
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2018

BroadwayWorld reported today that trailblazing dancer, director, and choreographer Dame Gillian Lynne has passed away. According to a tweet sent by her official Twitter account, she passed away tonight, July 1, at 6:20pm at the Princess Grace Hospital. The Broadway community took to social media to share memories and condolences. See some of the tributes below.

Podcast: 'Keith Price's Curtain Call' Counts Down the Top 10 Episodes of 2017
by Keith Price's Curtain Call - Jan 8, 2018

If you are lucky enough to have something like a podcast that people are actually listening to and supporting, then the new year is always a time to find out the most listened to podcast of the previous year. Last year, I thought 20 was a great number to countdown without realizing how much time it would be to crunch the numbers. SO, this year I am gonna keep it very simple, and thankfully after almost 100 episodes this past year, here are the most listened to podcasts of 2017. Please revisit and enjoy.

Betty Buckley to Lead 'Song Interpretation & Monologue' Summer Intensive in Denver
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2017

Tony Award winner, Theater Hall of Fame member and legendary Broadway star Betty Buckley heads to Colorado June 5-9th to lead her sixth annual Denver Song Interpretation & Monologue Workshop, a master class for actors and singers of all levels.

Casa Manana Announces 2016 Buckley Award Nominees; Ceremony Set for May!
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2016

Casa Mañana is excited to announce the nominees for the 16th annual Betty Lynn Buckley Awards.

Casa Manana Student Accepted Into Texas Young Masters Program
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2016

Casa Mañana, the largest performing arts organization in Tarrant County, is as proud of its stage productions as it is in producing some of the best talent through its education program. Casa's Performing Arts Conservatory (CPAC) is proud to announce that one of its students, Emma Colwell, was recently accepted into the Texas Young Masters Program.  

Casa Manana Announces 2016 Buckley Award Nominees; Ceremony Set for May!
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2016

Casa Mañana is excited to announce the nominees for the 16th annual Betty Lynn Buckley Awards.

Tony Winner Betty Buckley to Host Workshop in Denver This June
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 31, 2016

Tony Award winner, Theater Hall of Fame member and legendary Broadway star Betty Buckley returns to Denver June 1-5 to teach her fifth annual Song Interpretation & Monologue workshop, a master class for actors and singers of all levels: high school students preparing for college auditions, current college students, professional actors and singers, educators and other professionals aspiring to refine their communication skills in word or song.

Betty Buckley to Host Song Interpretation & Monologue Workshop in Denver
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 9, 2015

Tony Award winner, Theater Hall of Fame member and legendary Broadway star Betty Buckley returns to Denver June 15-19 for the fourth consecutive year to teach her Song Interpretation & Monologue Workshop.

Betty Buckley Shares Candid Photos From Royal Albert Hall FOLLIES
by Pat Cerasaro - Apr 29, 2015

Get a backstage look at the new star-studded UK FOLLIES!

Betty Buckley Teaches Workshop at Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 15, 2015

Theatre Hall of Fame honoree and legendary Broadway star Betty Buckley will be offering a two month Spring Intensive Song Interpretation Workshop at The Modern Art Mu- seum of Fort Worth beginning today, April 15. The training will focus on preparations for Story Songs V, a concert to be presented in June, starring participants in the workshop.