Award-Winning Costume and Set Designer Tony Walton Dies at 87
According to a Deadline article, acclaimed costume and set designer Tony Walton has passed away at the age of 87. He died on March 2nd from issues related to a stroke. Bridget LeRoy, his stepdaughter, released the news of his death on Facebook, writing, “A fond and loving farewell to the most fabulous stepdad and human being in the world. Love you forever, Tony Walton. Have a great trip.”
Photo Flash: 2017 Urban Stages' Lifetime Achievement Awards
Urban Stages' Board of Directors and founding artistic director Frances Hill presented the 2017 Urban Stages' Lifetime Achievement Award to Oscar, Emmy and Tony Award-winning legendary set and costume designer Tony Walton. The celebrated Broadway, TV and film star, Melissa Errico, ("Billions", My Fair Lady, High Society, Encores' Do I Hear a Waltz?), presented the award to her mentor and close friend, Tony Waltonat the annual benefit at the Boathouse in Central Park.
Photo Coverage: Melissa Errico Brings 'FUNNY!' Back to Feinstein's/54 Below
Tony Award-nominated singer and actress Melissa Errico (Amour, White Christmas, My Fair Lady, High Society) is currently appearing at Feinstein's/54 Below (254 W. 54th St.), now through September 24, following her sold-out run at the venue this past April. BroadwayWorld has photos from her opening night concert below!
Wounded Heroes to Receive Help from Live Nation Entertainment Through The Military Warriors Support Foundation
Live Nation Entertainment, through their ticketing siteTicketmaster.com, will help raise funds for Military Warriors Support Foundation (MWSF) for six weeks, which began on April 29th. MWSF assists in providing 100% mortgage-free homes to combat wounded American Heroes and their families, as well as Gold Star Surviving Spouses. In addition to the home, each recipient receives three years of comprehensive family and financial mentoring. Since 2010, MWSF has donated over 300 homes in 35 states, with the goal of 300 additional homes in 2013. These homes are in safe neighborhoods, quality school districts and are move-in ready, including modifications to accommodate for injuries.
Photo Coverage: Melissa Errico Back at Joe's Pub!
Last night, Melissa Errico blew the roof off of JOE'S PUB with another knock-out performance to a sold-out crowd, besting her impressive November show. With plenty of Broadway pals and other luminaries in the audience, Broadwayworld was there and brings you exclusive performance shots and backstage snaps, taken after the show. The concert was Directed by Richard Jay-Alexander and the Musical Director was John Oddo.
Photo Coverage: Melissa Errico Sparkles at Joe's Pub
Saturday night, November 19th, Melissa Errico made her long awaited return to solo concert-ing at the newly renovated (beautifully) Joe's Pub. The venue was packed with family, friends and fans who, pretty much, went wild when she walked up onto the stage. She was accompanied by an unbelieveably expert trio of musicians led by the legendary John Oddo. The evening's music program was extremely well chosen and beautifully performed and sung. Errico's patter, storytelling and anecdotal skills were also on show, in top form and wildly entertaining.