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Loni Ackerman Stars In New Musical IMPOSSIBLY GEORGE Industry Reading

Loni Ackerman will star as George Sand in a private industry reading of the new musical IMPOSSIBLY GEORGE: A Soiree with Madame George Sand with music by Elliot Finkel, lyrics by Phillip Namanworth and book by Finkel and Namanworth, directed by Tony nominee Walter Willison on Monday August 6th, at Pearl Studios in New York City.

Off-Broadway's Saint Luke's 2nd Monday Play Reading Series Presents LITTLE EDIE AND THE MARBLE FAUN

Little Edie & The Marble Faun will be presented by Off-Broadway's Saint Luke's 2nd Monday Play Reading Series as part of their 2017-2018 season. Little Edie & The Marble Faun is a mash-up of Grey Gardens, the documentary about the reclusive, half-mad relatives of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (Little Edie, and her mother, Big Edie), who live in a decrepit, raccoon-infested mansion, and Nathaniel Hawthorne's last novel, The Marble Faun, a name Little Edie used to refer to her handyman, Jerry. In the Hawthorne novel, we meet Miriam, Donatello, and a stranger, who threatens their happy existence with a secret from Miriam's past.

John Cariani to Perform at The Company Theatre Group's Annual Benefit

Tony Award nominated actor, celebrated playwright of Almost, Maine and currently starring in Broadway's A Band's Visit John Cariani (Fiddler on the Roof, Tony Nom.; Something Rotten) will join The Company Theatre Group (Lou Scarpati, Managing Artistic Director) as they celebrate 10 years with their benefit The After Valentine's Day We Love Love (but not always) Fundraising Extravaganza on Monday, February 26 at 8pm at their brand new home, The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (102 State Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601), tickets are $40.

McKay, Samonsky, Reinders, and More Sing Out SONGS OF PROTEST at 54 Below

Broadway and popular music stars come together for a special performance of protest songs and political satire, Songs of Protest, on Wednesday, March 29th at 9:30 PM at Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, with a portion of the proceeds going to benefit the National Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union.

Carmen Cusack, Linda Eder, Mandy Gonzalez and More to Hit Feinstein's/54 Below This March

This March, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Scroll down for details!

Photo Flash: Shuler Hensley, Sydney Lucas, Julia Murney and More Take Part in MARY & MAX Industry Presentation

An invite-only presentation of the new musical Mary & Max took place yesterday starring Tony Winner SHULER HENSLEY (Oklahoma, Sweet Charity, The Whale), Tony Nominee SYDNEY LUCAS (Fun Home), Drama Desk Nominee JULIA MURNEY, The Color Purple's KYLE SCATLIFFE, and LAUREN ELDER (Sideshow, Hair).

Photo Flash: Fun & Theater History Take the Stage at Michael Colby's Birthday Bash

Lyricist/librettist, Michael Colby, author of the memoir,  'The Algonquin Kid-Adventures Growing Up at New York's Legendary Hotel," celebrated his 65th Birthday on Sunday, Oct. 30th with a fundraiser/musical event for Child Find of America. 'Quel Fromage II'  featured performers from Broadway and cabaret, including members of TADA! Youth Theater, who gave a 90 minute concert at TRIAD on the upper west side, singing songs from Colby's musicals. Scroll down for photos from the event!

Photo Flash: Jamey Hood and Denis Lambert in B-Side Productions' THE WILD PARTY

B-Side Productions limited run of THE WILD PARTY, Michael John LaChiusa and George C. Wolfe's 2000 Broadway musical, has been enjoying packed houses at the TBG Theatre, 312 West 36th Street in New York, since opening on September 6th.

Photo Flash: Andre De Shields Celebrates Opening of B-Side Productions' THE WILD PARTY

Last night, Broadway legend Andre De Shields celebrated the opening night of B-Side Productions' The Wild Party, Michael John LaChiusa and George C. Wolfe's 2000 Broadway musical, helmed by Associate Artistic Director Billy Bustamante, featuring music direction by Addison Frei, at the TBG Theatre in New York. Jasper Grant is Artistic Director of B-Side Productions. Broadwayworld takes you inside the opening night party.

B-Side Productions to Present Lachuisa's THE WILD PARTY

The full cast has been announced for B-Side Productions' return of Michael John LaChiusa and George C. Wolfe's 2000 Broadway musical The Wild Party that will begin performances September 6th at the TBG Theatre for a run through September 17th.

MacRae, Cuccioli, Harnar, Lori Tan Chinn & More Set For Michael Colby's Birthday Bash to Benefit Child Find of America

The Triad will be the setting for librettist/lyricist Michael Colby's 65th Birthday bash on Sunday, October 30th at 7pm, presented by his colleague and pal, Sandi Durell, publisher and editor of entertainment site, TheaterPizzazz.com.

ON YOUR FEET!'s Jennifer Sanchez to Host BAC Open Mic & Mingle, 5/23

The Broadway Artists Connection (BAC) presents its eighth Broadway Artists & Friends Open Mic & Mingle hosted by 5 time Broadway Veteran, Jennifer Sanchez (ON YOUR FEET) on Monday, May 23rd at 7pm (doors open at 6pm). The evening will be kicked off by a stellar line up of Broadway pros followed by selected 'aspiring artists & friends' at at the legendary Laurie Beechman Theatre, 407 W 42nd Street.

Noah Racey to Host BAC ALL STARS Benefit at Don't Tell Mama, 12/13

The Broadway Artists Connection (BAC) concludes it's 2015 season with the BAC ALL STARS Benefit on Sunday, Dec. 13th (3pm) at the legendary Don't Tell Mama.  Hosted by Broadway veteran, Director, Choreographer and Founder of the New York Song & Dance Company Noah Racey, the event will be kicked off by several Broadway pros (listed below). Also featuring the top talent from the BAC open mic series, where casting Director Paul Russell of Paul Russel Casting will be crowning one the 'future of Broadway All Stars 2015.'

Ma-Yi Theater to Stage Reading of PAPER DOLLS at Theatre Row Next Week

Ma-Yi Theater - one of the nation's leading companies dedicated to the development and performance of new works by Asian-American playwrights - will present a reading of the new play with songs, PAPER DOLLS by Philip Himberg on Monday, March 9 at 3:30 pm at The Acorn Theatre on Theatre Row (410 W. 42 St.)

Musicals Tonight! Opens THE GIRL WHO CAME TO SUPPER This Evening

The Girl Who Came to Supper is set in 1911 London at the time of George V's coronation.

Musicals Tonight! to Present THE GIRL WHO CAME TO SUPPER Next Month

The Girl Who Came to Supper is set in 1911 London at the time of George V's coronation.

Emily Bergl, Lesli Margherita & More Set for 54 Below this Week

Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.

Lesli Margherita, Muse Match 2 & More Set for Late Night at 54 Below Next Week

Craving a show after the show? 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, is expanding its popular late-night series with fresh faces and hot new performances to keep the party buzzing into the wee hours. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551. 54 BELOW welcomes you to loosen your tie and embrace the night at its upcoming events:

Photo Flash: First Look at PLAZA SUITE at the John W. Engeman Theater

Plaza Suite opened at the John W. Engeman Theater last weekend on May 31 and continues through July 13, 2014. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Photo Coverage: Opening Night of PLAZA SUITE at the John W. Engeman Theater

Plaza Suite opened at the John W. Engeman Theater yesterday, May 31, and runs through July 13. BroadwayWorld was there for the opening night- check below for photos!