BWW Review: Latest Stunning Revival of LES MISERABLES Thrills Nashville Audiences in Return to TPAC
As difficult as it is to fathom, some 27 years ago my first review of Les Miserables the internationally renowned musical based upon the iconic 1861 Victor Hugo novel about a reformed bread thief who is pursued over the decades by a relentless lawman in post-Revolutionary France was published, yet one thought remains consistent and steadfast. If faced with someone who claims to dislike musical theater, take them to see Les Mis (as the theatrical juggernaut is known throughout the world thanks to countless revivals, regional production, televised spectacles and one Oscar-winning film) for its epic storytelling, emotionally driven character studies and a lush and memorable score that is sure to win over the most hardened opponents of the art form.
MARY POPPINS Opens Tonight in Jacksonville
The Jacksonville premiere of MARY POPPINS opens tonight, Tuesday, January 22 at 7:30PM at the Times-Union Center for a limited engagement of 8 performances through Sunday, January 27. 'We are delighted that sales have exceeded expectations, but there are still great seats available for this wonderful musical,' said Milt Russos, Executive Director of the Artist Series.
MARY POPPINS Comes to Jacksonville, 1/22-27
Producers Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh are pleased to announce full casting for the Jacksonville premiere engagement of MARY POPPINS. Jacksonville's most eagerly anticipated stage production will begin performances at the Times-Union Center's Moran Theater on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 for 8 performances only through Sunday, January 27. Opening night is also the 11th Annual Family Night on Broadway, with pre-show activities beginning in the lobby at 6:30PM for the 7:30PM show. Buy one Adult ticket for Family Night, get the Child's ticket free with passcode: CHILD. Restrictions apply; please inquire at (904) 442-BWAY (2929) or purchase online at www.artistseriesjax.org.
Registration Open for MISS SAIGON Auditions
Cameron Mackintosh's creative team for the rumoured 2013 West End revival of MISS SAIGON, which includes executive producer Trevor Jackson, director Laurence Connor, musical supervisor Stephen Brooker, choreographer Geoffrey Garrett, and Mackintosh's Philippine representative Dong Alegre, is looking for three "Kims" and at least seven Asian ensemble performers (male and female) for the auditions that will be held in Manila on Monday, November 19 to Thursday, November 22 at the Opera Haus at 3657 Bautista St. (near the corner of Buendia Avenue), Makati City.
MARY POPPINS Comes to Orlando, 1/8-13
FAIRWINDS Broadway Across America - Orlando and producers Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh announced today that tickets for the long-awaited production of MARY POPPINS will go on sale to the public on Friday, November 16 at 10 a.m. Orlando's most eagerly awaited stage production will play at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre January 8 - 13, 2013.
MISS SAIGON Audition Tips from Other Actresses that Played Kim
Many media outlets in the Philippines have already published series of auditions tips, which primarily came from Tony winner Lea Salonga and London-based actress Monique Wilson, Filipino actresses that both starred in the original production of MISS SAIGON in London 22 years ago.
BroadwayWorld took a different turn, and asked some advices from our other favorite Filipino actresses that also played Kim: Joanna Ampil (Sydney and London), Ima Castro (Manila and London), Ivy Rose Padilla (Wellington, New Zealand), and Jennifer Paz (U.S. National Tour).
Tickets Go On Sale 11/1 for MARY POPPINS at SHN Orpheum Theatre
HN and Producers Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh announced today that the award-winning musical MARY POPPINS will play a special limited engagement at the SHN Orpheum Theatre May 8 - 12, 2013. Tickets go on public sale Thursday, November 1.
MARY POPPINS Returns to the Fisher Theater, Now thru 10/28
Broadway In Detroit and producers Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh present MARY POPPINS at the Fisher Theatre tonight, October 23-28. For tickets, go online at www.ticketmaster.com or www.broadwayindetroit.com.
MISS SAIGON London Revival Audition Requirements Released
Cameron Mackintosh's creative team for the 2013 West End revival of MISS SAIGON, which includes executive producer Trevor Jackson, director Laurence Connor, musical supervisor Stephen Brooker, choreographer Geoffrey Garrett, and Mackintosh's Philippine representative Dong Alegre, is looking for three "Kims" and at least seven Asian ensemble performers (male and female) for the auditions that will be held in Manila on Monday, November 19 to Thursday, November 22 at the Opera Haus at 3657 Bautista St. (near the corner of Buendia Avenue), Makati City.
MARY POPPINS Tickets Go On Sale Next Friday in Jacksonville
Tickets for MARY POPPINS go on sale to the public next Friday, October 19th at 10:00AM! This eagerly awaited stage production will run for 8 performances at the Times-Union Center's Moran Theater from Tuesday, January 22nd through Sunday, January 27th. Tickets for MARY POPPINS begin at $37.00 and are available at www.artistseriesjax.org or (904) 442-BWAY (2929). Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more at (904) 442-2947 or groupsales@fscj.edu.
MARY POPPINS Comes to New Orleans in December
East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans and producers Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh announced today that tickets for the long-awaited production of MARY POPPINS will go on sale to the public Friday, October 5 at 11 a.m. New Orleans' most eagerly awaited stage production will begin performances at the Mahalia Jackson Theater on December 18 for a limited 6-night engagement through December 23.
STAGE TUBE: The Story Behind MARY POPPINS' 'Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious'
Watch the video below for the inside story of how Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman dreamed up the lyrics for 'Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious' in Disney's classic film, Mary Poppins. For the theatre, George Stiles and Anthony Drewe expanded the song to make it 'a stage excursion for the whole cast.' Check out the interview, featuring lots of great footage from the touring production, below!
TV: Interview with Nicolas Dromard and Rachel Wallace of MARY POPPINS at the Ahmanson Theatre
The award-winning musical "Mary Poppins", which opened Friday, August 10th at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles has once again been declared a spectacular hit with Los Angeles audiences. BWW TV's Los Angeles correspondent Michael Sterling and JLE Media Producer Jerry Evans spent the day and evening with the stars of the North American National touring company... Rachel Wallace (Mary Poppins) and Nicholas Dromard (Bert), an original Broadway company member. Check out the interview below!
Photo Flash: Opening Night at MARY POPPINS in LA at the Ahmanson
Center Theatre Group, Disney Theatrical Productions and Cameron Mackintosh present the award-winning musical "Mary Poppins" at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles. "Mary Poppins" opened on Friday, August 10. Check out photos from the opening night arrivals, curtain call and after-party below!