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Michael John Ciszewski Announces LOVEFOOL Summer 2023 Tour

Following packed performances in New York City (Asylum NYC), Jersey City (Jersey City Theater Center), and Boston (Rockwell & New Rep), NYC-based queer actor and comic Michael John Ciszewski is touring his third solo show LOVEFOOL from June to August 2023, with performances throughout NYC as well as in Providence, RI, Provincetown, MA, and Jersey City, NJ! The show is co-created with Brian Dudley and directed by Noah Simes.
The Skivvies Will Return to Joe's Pub with Tovah Feldshuh, Morgan James, and More

On Monday, September 12 (9:30 PM), The Skivvies will continue their residency at Joe's Pub with special guests: Tovah Feldshuh, Morgan James, Nick Rashad Burroughs, Alysha Umphress, Tony Dalileo, Diane Phelan, Yael Reich, Chris Hlinka, and Emma Degerstedt.
Photo Flash: Go Inside The Industry Reading Of SHOOTING STAR: A Revealing New Musical

Shooting Star had two industry presentations this past week at Shetler Studios in Penthouse 1. The presentations were directed by Michael Bello (SUMMER), Music Directed by Alan Plado, Stage Managed by Ellie Handel, and General Managed by Evan Bernardin Productions.
Krysta Rodriguez, Jeremy Kushnier and More Set for The Skivvies Brunch Series This Fall at The Green Room 42

The Skivvies are back with their Brunch Series at Yotel's The Green Room 42 this fall.
Michael Feinstein, Norm Lewis, Annaleigh Ashford, and More this December at Feinstein's/54 Below

This December, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.
Janine DiVita Signs on for 3rd Annual UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER SOIREE

Janine DiVita joins the Third Annual UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER SOIREE!
The 3rd Annual UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER SOIREE Returns this Holiday Season

Third Annual UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER SOIREE is back! The sweaters are hideous, but the voices are gorgeous, so come don your ugliest Christmas outfit, and ring in the holiday season at Broadway's Supper Club.
Photo Flash: Saturday Night Fever at Westchester Broadway Theatre

Dust off your hip-hugging flares, your platform shoes and warm up your disco dance moves! Saturday Night Fever is one of the most loved dance stories of all time. A stage version of the extraordinarily successful movie, It is a jam-packed, dance-crazed, fuel-injected show.
Westchester Broadway Theatre Presents SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER

Dust off your hip-hugging flares, your platform shoes and warm up your disco dance moves! Saturday Night Fever is one of the most loved dance stories of all time. A stage version of the extraordinarily successful movie, It is a jam-packed, dance-crazed, fuel-injected show. Based on Nik Cohn's 1975 New York Magazine article 'Tribal Rites of the New Saturday Night' and Norman Wexler's 1977 screenplay it inspired, it focuses on Tony Manero, a Brooklyn youth whose weekend is spent at the local discotheque. His very ordinary life is transformed when he steps on to the dance floor There he luxuriates in the admiration of the crowd and a growing relationship with Stephanie Mangano, and can temporarily forget the realities of his life, including a dead-end job in a paint store and his gang of deadbeat friends. Packed with over twenty legendary hits from The Bee Gees including the classics; Stayin' Alive, Night Fever, Jive Talking, You Should Be Dancing and How Deep is Your Love. Directed by WBT favorite, Richard Stafford and the Musical Director is Ryan Edward Wise. Our production stars: Jacob Tischler as Tony Manero, Alexandra Matteo as Stephanie Mangano, Gianna Yanelli as Annette, Chris Collins-Pisano as Bobby C., Pat McRoberts as Monty, Raynor Rubel as Gus, Joe Moeller as Double J., Chris Hlinka as Joey, Sandy Rosenberg as Flo Manero, Ray DeMattis as Frank Manero. Isabella D'Erasmo & Hannah Moore will alternate as Linda Manero, Featuring: Anthony Alvino, Josh Bates, Lauren Dalal, Michelle Dawson, Christopher DeAngelis, Walter Filmore IV, Brian Lego, Joe Moeller, Natalie Perez-Duel, Frankie Paparone, Kristyn Pope, Audrey Tesserot, Charity Van Tassel. Set & Costume design by Michael Bottari and Ronald Case, Lighting Design is by Andrew Gmoser, Sound Design is by Jonathan Hatton and Mark Zuckerman, Steve Loftus is the Technical Director. Wig & hair design by Gerard Kelly. The Production Stage Manager is Victor Lukas, and properties are by Grumpy Props. Lisa Tiso is the Associate Producer. Richard Stafford (Director/Choreographer) Returning to WBT, having directed and choreographed Show Boat, Mary Poppins, The Wizard Of Oz, Guys & Dolls, Fiddler On The Roof, Can-Can, George M!, Hairspray, Singin' In The Rain, A Wonderful Life, Beauty And The Beast, Gypsy, The Full Monty and Cats in past seasons. On Broadway, Mr. Stafford was the choreographer for In My Life (Music Box Theatre), the associate choreographer for Aspects Of Love (Broadhurst Theatre), and dance supervisor for Cats (Winter Garden Theatre). Off-Broadway credits include choreography for A Tree Grows In Brooklyn (St. Clements). Internationally he was director/choreographer for The Full Monty, Joseph...Dreamcoat (Mexico City), choreographer for Jesus Christ Superstar (Mexico City), Evita (Sydney), Cats (Mexico City, Buenos Aires) and director/choreographer for Cats (Copenhagen, Sao Paulo,Rio). National Tours include Cats (director/ choreographer), My Fair Lady (choreographer), Joseph...Dreamcoat (choreographer) and numerous Regional Theatre Productions. Reservations: Call (914)-592-2222. Also at: www.BroadwayTheatre.com Group Reservations: Discounts for Groups of 20 or More: Call 592-2225. Luxury Boxes: Call 592-8730, for private parties of 6 to 22. Enjoy dining and theatre in an elegant private box. Additional features include an expanded dinner menu, hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, private powder room, and Luxury Box reserved parking. Show Times: Wednesday & Thursday & some Friday Matinees: Lunch: 11:30 am & Show 1 pm. Thursday, Friday, & Saturday Evenings: Dinner: 6:30 pm & Show: 8 pm. Sunday Matinees: Lunch: 12 pm & Show: 1:30 pm Sunday Evenings: Dinner: 5:30 pm & Show: 7 pm. Ticket Prices Dinner & Show range between $56.00 and $84.00 PLUS TAX depending on the performances chosen. Beverage Service & Gratuities are not included in the ticket price. Discounts are available for children, students, and senior citizens at selected performances. Also check the website for on-going Special Offers! More news at: www.BroadwayTheatre.com
Photo Flash: Saturday Night Fever at WBT

Packed with over twenty legendary hits from The Bee Gees including the classics; Stayin' Alive, Night Fever, Jive Talking, You Should Be Dancing and How Deep is Your Love.
SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER to Bring the Disco to Westchester Broadway Theatre

Westchester Broadway Theatre presents SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, with Book by Nan Knighton and Music and lyrics by the Bee Gees. Directed by Richard Stafford, with Musical Direction by Ryan Edward Wise, the production runs September 15 - November 27, 2016 and December 29, 2016 - January 29, 2017.
SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER to Bring the Disco to Westchester Broadway Theatre

Westchester Broadway Theatre presents SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER, with Book by Nan Knighton and Music and lyrics by the Bee Gees. Directed by Richard Stafford, with Musical Direction by Ryan Edward Wise, the production runs September 15 - November 27, 2016 and December 29, 2016 - January 29, 2017.
TV Exclusive: Who Will Come Out on Top This Tonys Season? The Turning The Tables 'Nominating Committee' Rules!

On a very special episode of Turning The Tables, we explore the hard decisions and rigorous discussions had by the mysterious Tony Nominating Committee, leading up to the Tony nominations. Broadway's own Jordan Roth serves as the moderator in this panel of experts chosen to represent Broadway and nominate who they believe should be in the running for the coveted Tony Awards.*
CARRIE THE MUSICAL, Starring Jenna Dallacco, Returns to New York at Westchester Sandbox Theatre Tonight

Complete casting has been announced for the Westchester Sandbox Theatre's mainstage production of CARRIE The Musical running October 2nd-11th, 2015 at the Mamaroneck venue. Based on the acclaimed novel by Stephen King, Carrie features a book by Lawrence D. Cohen (screenwriter of the classic film), lyrics by Academy Award winner Dean Pitchford (Footloose & Fame), and music by Academy Award winner Michael Gore (Fame).
CARRIE THE MUSICAL, Starring Jenna Dallacco, Returns to New York at Westchester Sandbox Theatre

Complete casting has been announced for the Westchester Sandbox Theatre's mainstage production of CARRIE The Musical running October 2nd-11th, 2015 at the Mamaroneck venue. Based on the acclaimed novel by Stephen King, Carrie features a book by Lawrence D. Cohen (screenwriter of the classic film), lyrics by Academy Award winner Dean Pitchford (Footloose & Fame), and music by Academy Award winner Michael Gore (Fame).
Photo Flash: First Look at Weathervane's LEADING LADIES!

Weathervane Playhouse and Newark Metropolitan Hotel present Ken Ludwig's LEADING LADIES, now playing through June 23rd. We have a first look at the production photos below!
The Workshop Theater Company Presents Bob Stewart's FABULOUS DARSHAN

THE WORKSHOP THEATER celebrates Pride month with the world premiere of Fabulous Ganesh at the WorkShop Mainstage Theater June 2nd-June 24th, Thursday-Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 3pm. The WorkShop Theater is located at 312 West 36th Street, 4th floor. Subway: A, C, or E to Penn Station. General admission tickets to Fabulous Darshan are $18, $15 for students and seniors.

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