Lucian Piane

BWW Review: Trixie Mattel Balances MOVING PARTS Like a Pro at the Laurie Beechman

A unique queen in the pantheon of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE queens, in just a few years' time, Trixie Mattel has risen from promising also-ran to cult fave to full-blown drag superstar (with a number one folk album, to boot). Fans coming in expecting to hear tracks off of that album, TWO BIRDS, during Mattel's new show, NOW WITH MOVING PARTS, won't get them, but the show maintained the spirit of those songs. Beyond that, her bold performance at the Laurie Beechman Theatre on September 22 marked the rare show where the musical numbers were few and far between, and, yet, there was nothing lacking.

BWW Breakdown: The HERstory of the World According to RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS

RuPaul's Drag Race has shown an increasing willingness to share its self-awareness, and more and more frequently does the show reminds us that any 'reality' competition featuring seasoned performers (which these drag queens are) will sashay the line between the vitality of unscripted television and the polish of a rehearsed variety show. 'The HERstory of the World' is no different, and the queens are cast appropriately: Alaska's middle-gender aesthetic is put to the task of playing 'the original naughty girl,' Eve; Phi Phi O'Hara, queen of cosplay, is cast as Helen of Troy; Ginger is Katherine the Great; cool-kid Detox plays the ultimate spoiled brat, Marie Antoinette; Alyssa Edwards prepares to rep her Texas pride as gunslinger Annie Oakley; Roxxxy Andrews will portray professional pageant queen Eva Peron; and Katya gets a chance to bat her lashes as Princess Diana.

SPARKLE & CIRCULATE Podcast to Feature Brendan Maclean

SPARKLE & CIRCULATE with JUSTIN SAYRE - the official monthly podcast of the International Order of Sodomites - has posted its eleventh episode, which features an interview with Brendan Maclean, the acclaimed Australian singer and songwriter. Maclean - hailed as "infectious and hypnotic" by BuzzFeed - discusses his new EP Thought I'd Cry For You Forever, his role in Baz Luhrmann's film The Great Gatsby, his upcoming album with RuPaul's producer Lucian Piane and collaborating with Neil Gaiman on a new song. Also, Justin gives the back story behind his debut novel Husky, released this month from Penguin Books. The show is available on iTunes here.  

Violet Chachki Crowned Winner of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE

After months of gagworthy challenges, jaw-dropping runway looks and feverish fan anticipation, Violet Chachki has been crowned the winner of this season of Logo's hit reality competition series, “RuPaul's Drag Race.”

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Ariana Grande Guests on Tonight's RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE

'RuPaul's Drag Race' returned to LOGO TV with an all-new season. Tonight's episode features guest star Ariana Grande. Check out a sneak peek below courtesy of Billboard.com!

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Ariana Grande Among Guests on New Season of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE

"RuPaul's Drag Race" returns to Logo TV with a gaggle of queens so ingenious, a competition so unpredictable and a judges' panel so packed with talent, you'll be seeing stars! Get a sneak peek below!

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Ariana Grande Among Guests on New Season of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE

"RuPaul's Drag Race" returns to Logo TV with a gaggle of queens so ingenious, a competition so unpredictable and a judges' panel so packed with talent, you'll be seeing stars! Get a sneak peek below!

GSN Airs SKIN WARS Season One Finale, Reunion Show Tonight

GSN, the leader in game shows and competitive entertainment, announced today a special SKIN WARS REUNION SHOW to air immediately following the series' season one finale tonight, September 24.

GSN to Air SKIN WARS Season One Finale, Reunion Show, 9/24

GSN, the leader in game shows and competitive entertainment, announced today a special SKIN WARS REUNION SHOW to air immediately following the series' season one finale on Wednesday, September 24.

Sixth Season of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Returns to Logo Tonight

RuPaul is back with a new crop of celebrity guest judges to help transform 'herstory' with the highly anticipated sixth season of the ground-breaking series, 'RuPaul's Drag Race.'

Sixth Season of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE Returns to Logo 2/24

RuPaul is back with a new crop of celebrity guest judges to help transform 'herstory' with the highly anticipated sixth season of the ground-breaking series, 'RuPaul's Drag Race.'

Shaiman's 'PROP 8-THE MUSICAL' Wins GLAAD Award Honors

At its annual awards ceremony GLAAD recognized Prop 8: The Musical, a video created for FunnyorDie.com in response to the passage of Proposition 8, a California ballot initiative which eliminated the right to marry for same-sex couples. Directed by Adam Shankman and written by Marc Shaiman, the video received over one million hits on its first day online. During the show, Miss Coco Peru and the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles performed the song live onstage. Shankman accepted the award on behalf of the team of creators.

Behind the Scenes of Shaiman's 'PROP 8-THE MUSICAL'

Marc Shaiman's PROP 8-THE MUSICAL,a new music video satirizing the controversial ballot proposition that amended the California state Constitution to restrict the definition of marriage to a union between a man and a woman has hit the internet! The video has been all the rage on the internet, now take a look behind the scenes with the 'making of...' on FunnyOrDie.com.

Shaiman's Star-studded 'PROP 8-THE MUSICAL' Video Hits the Net!

Marc Shaiman's PROP 8-THE MUSICAL,a new music video satirizing the controversial ballot proposition that amended the California state Constitution to restrict the definition of marriage to a union between a man and a woman has hit the internet!

PEREZ HILTON DOES BROADWAY! (Yes, THAT Perez Hilton)

The self proclaimed 'Queen of All Media', Perez Hilton sounds off on all things Broadway including his recent trip to New York, his favorite shows and more!

Photo Coverage Exclusive: In Your Dreams

Hairspray stars Diana DeGarmo and Shayna Steele headlined a showcase evening of songs from the new teen musical In Your Dreams at Ars Nova on October 9th and 10th and BroadwayWorld.com was there!

DeGarmo, Steele, Etc. Set for Showcase of New Teen Musical

Hairspray stars Diana DeGarmo and Shayna Steele will headline a showcase evening of songs from the new teen musical In Your Dreams at Ars Nova on October 9th and 10th

'In You Dreams' Penned By Shaiman Protege Gets Showcase

The runaway success of Disney Channel's 'High School Musical,' the sound track from which has hit the No. 1 spot on the Billboard pop-music charts twice this year, has renewed interest in the teen musical genre -- and among the musical productions benefiting is 'In Your Dreams,' a musical written and produced by Miramax-linked screenwriter Zeke Farrow and scored by Marc Shaiman-protégé Lucian Piane.

Photo Coverage: Brilliant Mistake: Broadway Sings Elvis Costello

Broadway stars came out to honor Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy Award -winning singer/songwriter Elvis Costello in 'BRILLIANT MISTAKE: Broadway Sings Elvis Costello,' a one-night-only concert on Monday, October 31st.