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Have a Nice Day Have a Nice Day
[Off-Broadway]
Audible Off-Broadway Reading, 2018
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The Rocky Horror Show
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2000
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Narrator [Replacement]
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Into the Woods
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Original Broadway Production, 1987
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Otherwise Engaged
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1977
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Review: LOSER'S LOUNGE TRIBUTE TO DAVID BOWIE at Joe's Pub Is Lovely Photo
Review: LOSER'S LOUNGE TRIBUTE TO DAVID BOWIE at Joe's Pub Is Lovely
by Lydia Singer - Dec 21, 2024

Joe McGinty and the Loser’s Lounge put together a lovely tribute to David Bowie, capturing the celebrated singer-songwriter’s many facets. Songs from throughout his career were performed by a wide variety of singers.
Marshall Brickman, Co-Writer of JERSEY BOYS and THE ADDAMS FAMILY, Has Passed Away Photo
Marshall Brickman, Co-Writer of JERSEY BOYS and THE ADDAMS FAMILY, Has Passed Away
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 1, 2024

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Marshall Brickman, who co-wrote the books for Jersey Boys and The Addams Family, passed away on Friday, November 29 at the age of 85.
How to Listen to David Henry Hwang's YELLOW FACE From Home Photo
How to Listen to David Henry Hwang's YELLOW FACE From Home
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 28, 2024

For those who cannot make it to New York City to see Yellow Face in person, you're in luck, because Audible released an audio version earlier this year and both star Daniel Dae Kim and Francis Jue.
Interview: David Henry Hwang Discusses YELLOW FACE Audible Drama Ahead of Play's Broa Photo
Interview: David Henry Hwang Discusses YELLOW FACE Audible Drama Ahead of Play's Broadway Debut
by Josh Sharpe - May 31, 2024

At the beginning of May, a brand new audio version of David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face debuted on Audible, which features a starry cast that includes Daniel Dae Kim, Benedict Wong, Ashley Park, and Jane Krakoswki. BroadwayWorld sat down with Hwang to discuss this new way of experiencing his play and how he approached the material 17 years later.
David Henry Hwang's YELLOW FACE Audible Drama to Be Released in May Photo
David Henry Hwang's YELLOW FACE Audible Drama to Be Released in May
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2024

The Audible adaptation of David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face, announced last year, will premiere on May 2, 2024. The cast for the audible drama includes Jason Biggs, Daniel Dae Kim (CK), Ashley Park, Wendell Pierce, Benedict Wong, Noah Bean, Dick Cavett, Margaret Cho, Ronan Farrow, Fritz Friedman, Joel De La Fuente, Margaret Fung, Gish Jen, Francis Jue, and more.
Cyborg Drummer/DJ DRMAGDN To Join PROFILES WITH MICKEY BURNS Photo
Cyborg Drummer/DJ DRMAGDN To Join PROFILES WITH MICKEY BURNS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2024

Cyborg Drummer/DJ DRMAGDN to appear on 'Profiles with Mickey Burns' discussing his latest hit single and impressive career. Tune in on January 27th at 11 PM ET on NYC Media WNYE Ch. 25.
Video: Broderick and Lane Honor Mel Brooks With THE PRODUCERS Medley Photo
Video: Broderick and Lane Honor Mel Brooks With THE PRODUCERS Medley
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2024

The 2024 Governors Awards took place on January 9, where Mel Brooks was honored with an Honorary Oscar for his legacy of work. Prior to being presented with the award,  Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane took the stage to give a speech, and then performed a medly of songs from The Producers, including The King of Old Broadway and I Want to Be a Producer.
Comedians With Disabilities Act to Make Debut At SF Sketchfest At The Alameda Comedy Photo
Comedians With Disabilities Act to Make Debut At SF Sketchfest At The Alameda Comedy Club
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2024

The Comedians with Disabilities Act (CWDA) makes its debut at SF Sketchfest at the Alameda Comedy Club. This comedy troupe, founded by the late comedian Michael O'Connell, features talented comedians with disabilities sharing their unique perspectives.
Freda Payne Brings A TRIBUTE TO ELLA FITZGERALD to Marin Center's Showcase Theatre Photo
Freda Payne Brings A TRIBUTE TO ELLA FITZGERALD to Marin Center's Showcase Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2023

Motown, Broadway, concert and multi-Grammy-nominated recording star Freda Payne will present her nationally acclaimed musical show, A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, for one-night only Friday, February 16 at 8 p.m. at Marin Center's Showcase Theatre.
SF Sketchfest Unveils Lineup for 2024 Comedy Festival Featuring More Than 200 Shows Photo
SF Sketchfest Unveils Lineup for 2024 Comedy Festival Featuring More Than 200 Shows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2023

SF Sketchfest has revealed the initial lineup for the 2024 Comedy Festival in San Francisco. Tickets go on sale on November 19.
Pre-Show Seminar On Noël Coward With Dr. Christopher Chan Announced At Peninsula Pla Photo
Pre-Show Seminar On Noël Coward With Dr. Christopher Chan Announced At Peninsula Players Theatre, July 22
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2023

Dr. Christopher Chan will host a free pre-show seminar Saturday, July 22 at 6:30 p.m., at Peninsula Players before the 8:00 p.m. performance of the Noël Coward's “Blithe Spirit.” 
World Premiere of Juliette Dunn's THE PUZZLE Extended at Hedgerow Theatre Company Photo
World Premiere of Juliette Dunn's THE PUZZLE Extended at Hedgerow Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2023

Hedgerow Theatre announced both a one-week extension and a virtual streaming option of the company's Barrymore Recommended world premiere production of The Puzzle by Juliette Dunn.
Review: BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL at Blumenthal Performing Arts Photo
Review: BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL at Blumenthal Performing Arts
by Perry Tannenbaum - Mar 31, 2023

Scott Brown and Anthony Brown's stage adaptation may be hit-and-miss, and Eddie Perfect's score may be a punkish bust, but thanks to a design and tech dream team, BEETLEJUICE fanatics won't be disappointed with the touring Broadway version.
Review Roundup: BEETLEJUICE Haunts Houses Across the U.S. on its National Tour Photo
Review Roundup: BEETLEJUICE Haunts Houses Across the U.S. on its National Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 21, 2022

The North American Tour of Beetlejuice the Musical kicked off this month in Paducah, KY, before its official launch at the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco, CA. Read the reviews for the tour of Beetlejuice here!
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo to Return to The Joyce Theater This Holiday Sea Photo
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo to Return to The Joyce Theater This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2022

The Joyce Theater Foundation will welcome the return of the worldwide dance and comedy phenomenon Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo for two uproarious programs of unparalleled classical ballet mastery.
PBS to Premiere AMERICAN MASTERS: GROUCHO & CAVETT Photo
PBS to Premiere AMERICAN MASTERS: GROUCHO & CAVETT
by Michael Major - Oct 5, 2022

American Masters: Groucho & Cavett explores the enduring friendship between Emmy Award-winning television personality Dick Cavett and iconic comedian Groucho Marx. Cavett, a writer for Jack Parr on The Tonight Show, met Marx at the funeral of playwright George S. Kaufman in 1961.
Dick Cavett to Receive WGAE's Evelyn F. Burkey Award at 2022 Writers Guild Awards Photo
Dick Cavett to Receive WGAE's Evelyn F. Burkey Award at 2022 Writers Guild Awards
by Michael Major - Mar 14, 2022

In 1966, Cavett wrote and hosted the special, WHERE IT’S AT, produced by Bud Yorkin and Norman Lear. In 1968, Cavett was hired by ABC to host THIS MORNING, which was renamed THE DICK CAVETT SHOW and moved to prime time and then to late night, where it ran opposite THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON.
SF Sketchfest Announces Postponement of 2022 Festival Photo
SF Sketchfest Announces Postponement of 2022 Festival
by Michael Major - Dec 30, 2021

SF Sketchfest, co-founded and directed by David Owen, Cole Stratton and Janet Varney, the longest-running comedy festival in the U.S. The event mixes major comedy stars and up-and-coming comedians from around the world for sketch, stand-up, alternative comedy, music, improv, films, tributes, live podcasts, workshops, and panel discussions.
Matthew Broderick, Dick Cavett & Rachel Dratch Featured on The Pack Podcast Photo
Matthew Broderick, Dick Cavett & Rachel Dratch Featured on The Pack Podcast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2021

Two-time Tony Winner Matthew Broderick, Emmy-winning legend Dick Cavett and  Rachel Dratch (SNL) are featured in the latest episode of The Pack Podcast—“Two Hours Back.” 
SEGAL BOOK TALK To Be Joined By Author Theresa Smalec Photo
SEGAL BOOK TALK To Be Joined By Author Theresa Smalec
by Gigi Gervais - Nov 27, 2021

Author Theresa Smalec and New York Theatre artists John Jesurun and Mariane Weems join the Segal Talks series on November 29th to discuss Smalec's new book: Ron Vawter’s Life in Performance. The discussion is part of the Segal Center's Fall 2021 Book Talk Series & will be moderated by Frank Hentschker and directed by MESTC, The Graduate Center CUNY.
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Dick Cavett has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

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