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Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at The Bank Of America Performing Arts Center
by Melissa Heckscher - Jul 22, 2024

5-Star-Theatrical’s gorgeous and faithful production of Sound of Music, playing through July 28 at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center in Thousand Oaks, delivers the classic show that we know and love — no more, no less — with stellar performances, stunning sets, and an energetic cast that will keep even the smallest audience members entertained. 

VIDEO: Original AVENUE Q Cast and More Reunite for 'Only For Now' Virtual Performance
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2020

More than 40 people and puppets from the Tony Award-winning musical Avenue Q have reunited in a special music video of the hit finale, “Only For Now.”

PARADISE Extends Through 5/4 Ruskin Group Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2013

The World Premiere new musical PARADISE, is extending through May 4th, 2013, at Ruskin Group Theatre, 3000 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica, Calif. The run will take a hiatus from March 31st - April 12th, no performance on April 28th. Award winning director Dan Bonnell has assembled an outstanding cast for this memorable new musical, with live music on stage.

BWW Review: PARADISE, a Divine Bluegrass Musical Comedy has World Premiere at the Ruskin Group
by Shari Barrett - Mar 9, 2013

The small coal mining town of Paradise has seen better days and its citizens are facing hard times. Can a charismatic new preacher, Rev. John Cyrus Mountain (the remarkable and versatile Jonathan Root) who has arrived in town with his bombshell sidekick Chastity Jones (Nina Brissey), rescued from the stripper pole at the Innuendo Lounge, save the day?

Kleban's SAVING THE MuSE Plays 6:00 Musical Theatre Lab, 6/28-29
by BWW News Desk - Jun 29, 2010

This month, the Amas Six O'Clock Musical Theatre Lab will present SAVING THE MuSE (based on GALLERY), music and lyrics by the late Edward Kleban (Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner for lyrics for A CHORUS LINE) and book by Linda Kline (Tony-nominated co-bookwriter of A CLASS ACT), developed and directed by Michael Bush. The Producing Artistic Director is Donna Trinkoff and the Music Director is Paul Wolfson.

Amas Musical Theatre Presents SAVING THE MuSE Staged Readings 6/28
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2010

Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff/Producing Artistic Director), will present free staged readings of SAVING THE MuSE, a new musical with music and lyrics by the late Edward Kleban, book by Linda Kline, and directed and developed by Michael Bush, on Monday June 28 at 6:00pm, and Tuesday, June 13 at 3:00pm and 7:00pm at Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 Eighth Avenue (10th Floor).

Kleban's SAVING THE MuSE Plays 6:00 Musical Theatre Lab, 6/28-29
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2010

This month, the Amas Six O'Clock Musical Theatre Lab will present SAVING THE MuSE (based on GALLERY), music and lyrics by the late Edward Kleban (Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner for lyrics for A CHORUS LINE) and book by Linda Kline (Tony-nominated co-bookwriter of A CLASS ACT), developed and directed by Michael Bush. The Producing Artistic Director is Donna Trinkoff and the Music Director is Paul Wolfson.

Amas Musical Theatre Presents SAVING THE MuSE Staged Readings 6/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 15, 2010

Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff/Producing Artistic Director), will present free staged readings of SAVING THE MuSE, a new musical with music and lyrics by the late Edward Kleban, book by Linda Kline, and directed and developed by Michael Bush, on Monday June 28 at 6:00pm, and Tuesday, June 13 at 3:00pm and 7:00pm at Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 Eighth Avenue (10th Floor).

Kleban's SAVING THE MuSE Plays 6:00 Musical Theatre Lab, 6/28-29
by Nicolas Coburn - Jun 9, 2010

This month, the Amas Six O'Clock Musical Theatre Lab will present SAVING THE MuSE (based on GALLERY), music and lyrics by the late Edward Kleban (Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner for lyrics for A CHORUS LINE) and book by Linda Kline (Tony-nominated co-bookwriter of A CLASS ACT), developed and directed by Michael Bush. The Producing Artistic Director is Donna Trinkoff and the Music Director is Paul Wolfson.

Photo Flash: Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich in Concert at Birdland
by Ryan Simmons - Apr 28, 2010

On Monday, April 26, Jim Caruso was pleased to present Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich in 'The Marcy & Zina Show' as part of the Broadway at Birdland concert series. This performance marked the 10th time the writing duo has performed at the historic music room! Joined by Scott Coulter, Jill Abramovitz, Clinton Kelly, Nathan Klau and Jonathan Root, Marcy and Zina offered an hour-long collection of songs, plus a sneak peek at some of their upcoming theatrical projects including 'Freakin' Fabulous'.

The Marcy & Zina Show Returns to Birdland 4/26
by BWW News Desk - Apr 26, 2010

Jim Caruso is please to present Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich in 'The Marcy & Zina Show' as part of the Broadway at Birdland concert series on Monday, April 26 at 7pm. This performance marks the 10th time the writing duo has been booked at the historic music room!

The Marcy & Zina Show Returns to Birdland 4/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 15, 2010

Jim Caruso is please to present Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich in 'The Marcy & Zina Show' as part of the Broadway at Birdland concert series on Monday, April 26 at 7pm. This performance marks the 10th time the writing duo has been booked at the historic music room!

The Toxic Avenger to Close January 3, 2010; National Tour Expected Fall 2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2010

After a successful nine and a half month run, The Toxic Avenger, the critically-acclaimed Off-Broadway musical, will end its New York run, having played over 300 performances at New World Stages on Sunday, January 3rd, 2010, to prepare for its national tour. The Toxic Avenger had its world premiere at the George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick, New Jersey where it broke box office records before transferring Off-Broadway, beginning previews on March 18, 2009 and officially opening on April 6, 2009.

Photos: 2009 Curtain Call Flashback
by Walter McBride - Jan 2, 2010

A look back at some of the most exciting curtain calls of 2009!

Photos: TOXIC AVENGER Visits Bryant Park
by Brian Estrada - Dec 23, 2009

The Toxic Avenger made a special appearance at The Pond at Bryant Park yesterday, December 22, to greet fans and serenade the chilly holiday skaters. BroadwayWorld was on hand to cover the performance by The Toxic Avenger crew, which earned an Outer Critics Circle 2009 pick for Best New Off-Broadway Musical.

Photo Coverage: 2009 Fred Ebb Awards Honor Heisler and Goldrich
by Peter James Zielinski - Dec 2, 2009

On Monday, November 30, The Fred Ebb Foundation in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company presented the fifth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich. The award, named in honor of the late award-winning lyricist Fred Ebb, was be presented by Eric Schaeffer of the Signature Theatre in the Penthouse Lobby of The American Airlines Theater.

The Toxic Avenger to Close January 3, 2010; National Tour Expected Fall 2010
by Robert Diamond - Nov 10, 2009

After a successful nine and a half month run, The Toxic Avenger, the critically-acclaimed Off-Broadway musical, will end its New York run, having played over 300 performances at New World Stages on Sunday, January 3rd, 2010, to prepare for its national tour. The Toxic Avenger had its world premiere at the George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick, New Jersey where it broke box office records before transferring Off-Broadway, beginning previews on March 18, 2009 and officially opening on April 6, 2009.

THE TOXIC AVENGER Hosts 'Halloweek' Spookfest
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 20, 2009

The Toxic Avenger - named '2009 Best New Off-Broadway Musical' by the Outer Critics Circle - announced today that in honor of Toxie's favorite holiday, Halloween, the show will be sponsoring a seven-day spookfest, aptly titled Halloweek.

BRITS ON BROADWAY: ROCK OF AGES Stands Firm In A Weak Market
by Miriam Zendle - Oct 6, 2009

Miriam Zendle takes a trip to New York and sees what competition Broadway has to offer the West End.

Photo Coverage: THE TOXIC AVENGER Musical Celebrates 200th Performance At New World Stages
by Eddie Varley - Oct 3, 2009

On Thursday, October 1st, after the 200th performance of THE TOXIC AVENGER at New World Stages, some celebrity guests who were in the house took a trip backstage to congratulate the cast and crew. Broadway couple Andy Karl and Orfeh greeted Dustin Diamond (Screech from TV's 'Saved By The Bell') and his lady friend as they all took the trip back to cheer everybody on their auspicious milestone. Producer Tom Polum was on hand to raise a glass of 'TOXIC' punch and to thank everyone on a 200 'TOX-A-RI-FIC' shows.