Nella Vera
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Nella Vera Joins TDF as VP, Marketing and Communications (Sep 4, 2024)
Photos: 54 DOES 54: THE STAFF SHOW at 54 Below (Jun 3, 2024)
Photos: Go Inside Waterwell's 20th Anniversary Celebration (Feb 17, 2024)
Nella Vera Joins TDF as VP, Marketing and Communications (Sep 4, 2024)
Photos: 54 DOES 54: THE STAFF SHOW at 54 Below (Jun 3, 2024)
Photos: Go Inside Waterwell's 20th Anniversary Celebration (Feb 17, 2024)
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Nella Vera Joins TDF as VP, Marketing and Communications
TDF has announced the appointment of seasoned marketing leader Nella Vera as VP, Marketing and Communications at TDF.
TDF has announced the appointment of seasoned marketing leader Nella Vera as VP, Marketing and Communications at TDF.
Photos: 54 DOES 54: THE STAFF SHOW at 54 Below
I had no idea that 54 DOES 54 has been an annual event for many years, but I am so glad I was there on Sunday night to witness the range of talents and the performances from so many of the staff of the club and personnel from the offices upstairs of 54 Below.
I had no idea that 54 DOES 54 has been an annual event for many years, but I am so glad I was there on Sunday night to witness the range of talents and the performances from so many of the staff of the club and personnel from the offices upstairs of 54 Below.
Photos: Go Inside Waterwell's 20th Anniversary Celebration
On Monday, Feb. 12, Waterwell, the theater company founded by Arian Moayed and Tom Ridgely celebrated its 20th Anniversary with a party at Greenpoint Loft featuring cocktails, dinner, a silent and live auction, and performances by past Waterwell artists as well as current students and alums of the Waterwell Drama Program. Check out photos here!
On Monday, Feb. 12, Waterwell, the theater company founded by Arian Moayed and Tom Ridgely celebrated its 20th Anniversary with a party at Greenpoint Loft featuring cocktails, dinner, a silent and live auction, and performances by past Waterwell artists as well as current students and alums of the Waterwell Drama Program. Check out photos here!
Industry Insiders Share Thoughts on the Broadway Season and Hopes for 2024
Before the 2024 season begins, BroadwayWorld is taking a pause to reflect on this past year in theatre, surveying dozens of Broadway insiders, from producers to writers; marketing experts to press representatives. Find out what they had to say about 2023...
Before the 2024 season begins, BroadwayWorld is taking a pause to reflect on this past year in theatre, surveying dozens of Broadway insiders, from producers to writers; marketing experts to press representatives. Find out what they had to say about 2023...
Photo Flash: Luann de Lesseps A VERY COUNTESS CHRISTMAS! at Feinstein's/54 Below Caught In The Act by Helane Blumfield
54 Belows smash-hit holiday show starring Luann de Lesseps was waitlisted for weeks before opening but the Feinstein's powers that be found a way for Broadway World to document Countess Luann's festivities for all the fans who were unable to attend.
54 Belows smash-hit holiday show starring Luann de Lesseps was waitlisted for weeks before opening but the Feinstein's powers that be found a way for Broadway World to document Countess Luann's festivities for all the fans who were unable to attend.
BWW Feature: Crowdfunding Provides Hope for Employees of 54 Below and Pangea
As the cabarets and nightclubs of New York City stay closed for what may be weeks, small venue employees, managers and owners take to crowdfunding to help their families stay afloat.
As the cabarets and nightclubs of New York City stay closed for what may be weeks, small venue employees, managers and owners take to crowdfunding to help their families stay afloat.
Broadway Podcast Network Launches to Consolidate Theatre Podcasts
Tony and Emmy-award-winning Broadway producer and filmmaker Dori Berinstein (The Prom, Legally Blonde, ShowBusiness: The Road To Broadway) and podcast host/producer & engineer Alan Seales (a?oeThe Theatre Podcasta??) launch the Broadway Podcast Network, the first-ever digital network dedicated to theater and its stories, they announced today.
Tony and Emmy-award-winning Broadway producer and filmmaker Dori Berinstein (The Prom, Legally Blonde, ShowBusiness: The Road To Broadway) and podcast host/producer & engineer Alan Seales (a?oeThe Theatre Podcasta??) launch the Broadway Podcast Network, the first-ever digital network dedicated to theater and its stories, they announced today.
Photo Flash: Mauricio Martinez Returns to 54 Below
After starring on Broadway as Emilio Estefan and headlining the 1st National Tour of On Your Feet! for a year, Mauricio Martinez, the Mexican star of theatre, music, and television (currently starring in NBC Universo's “El Vato” on Netflix), returned to Feinstein's/54 Below after his sold out debut last year with his solo concert De México To Broadway, where he took the audience on a musical journey of his life & multifaceted career…and his “love affair” with New York.
After starring on Broadway as Emilio Estefan and headlining the 1st National Tour of On Your Feet! for a year, Mauricio Martinez, the Mexican star of theatre, music, and television (currently starring in NBC Universo's “El Vato” on Netflix), returned to Feinstein's/54 Below after his sold out debut last year with his solo concert De México To Broadway, where he took the audience on a musical journey of his life & multifaceted career…and his “love affair” with New York.
BWW Exclusive: Joe Iconis- Broadway's New Pied Piper- Talks BE MORE CHILL, BROADWAY BOUNTY HUNTER, More
It's three in the afternoon, and the chairs at The Laurie Beechman Theater, the basement cabaret of the West Bank Cafe, are stacked atop tables awaiting rearrangement by the night staff. But that doesn't stop the proprietor of the place, Steve Olsen, from offering the use of the hall--plus two chairs--so Joe Iconis can get a roots-level interview on his blossoming career.
It's three in the afternoon, and the chairs at The Laurie Beechman Theater, the basement cabaret of the West Bank Cafe, are stacked atop tables awaiting rearrangement by the night staff. But that doesn't stop the proprietor of the place, Steve Olsen, from offering the use of the hall--plus two chairs--so Joe Iconis can get a roots-level interview on his blossoming career.
Commercial Theater Institute Announces Speakers For Upcoming Marketing Seminar
The Commercial Theater Institute (CTI) and Executive Director Tom Viertel have announced speakers for the upcoming 2-day Marketing Seminar, taking place on Thursday, November 29th and Friday, November 30th, 2018. CTI is the theater industry's leading training and professional development program and features over 100 of the most distinguished industry professionals as lecturers and panelists including many Tony Award- winning producers.
The Commercial Theater Institute (CTI) and Executive Director Tom Viertel have announced speakers for the upcoming 2-day Marketing Seminar, taking place on Thursday, November 29th and Friday, November 30th, 2018. CTI is the theater industry's leading training and professional development program and features over 100 of the most distinguished industry professionals as lecturers and panelists including many Tony Award- winning producers.
Theatre Fans Everywhere Rock the Vote with #BroadwayVotes!
Today, November 6, Americans head to the polls to cast their votes in an election that could change the shape of our country for years to come. There is still time to cast your vote in the midterm elections. Click here to find your polling place.
Today, November 6, Americans head to the polls to cast their votes in an election that could change the shape of our country for years to come. There is still time to cast your vote in the midterm elections. Click here to find your polling place.
Itamar Moses, Duncan Sheik, and More to Speak at Producer's Perspective Super Conference
Tony Award-winning Producer Ken Davenport (Once On This Island) has announced complete speaker lineup for the 2nd annual Producer's Perspective Super Conference on November 10th and 11th at the NYIT Auditorium on Broadway.
Tony Award-winning Producer Ken Davenport (Once On This Island) has announced complete speaker lineup for the 2nd annual Producer's Perspective Super Conference on November 10th and 11th at the NYIT Auditorium on Broadway.
Photo Flash: Marilyn Maye, Laura Benanti, Charles Busch, Laura Osnes and More Mark Feinstein's/54 Below's 5th Anniversary
Last night, Feinstein's/54 Below's celebrated its 5th Anniversary with an all-star celebration featuring treasured resident artists and audience favorites from 'Broadway's Living Room.' Scroll down for photos from the star-studded event!
Last night, Feinstein's/54 Below's celebrated its 5th Anniversary with an all-star celebration featuring treasured resident artists and audience favorites from 'Broadway's Living Room.' Scroll down for photos from the star-studded event!
Photo Flash: FULLER HOUSE's Juan Pablo Di Pace Makes Feinstein's/54 Below Debut
Juan Pablo Di Pace -- perhaps best known for his role as Fernando in the NETFLIX original series 'Fuller House' - just made his Feinstein's/54 Below debut on February 21 & 22 in 'An Evening with Juan Pablo Di Pace.' The internationally-acclaimed one-man show, which he wrote and produced, traces Di Pace's rise to stardom through songs, stories and humor. Di Pace was accompanied by music director Charlie Alterman. BroadwayWorld has photos of him onstage below!
Juan Pablo Di Pace -- perhaps best known for his role as Fernando in the NETFLIX original series 'Fuller House' - just made his Feinstein's/54 Below debut on February 21 & 22 in 'An Evening with Juan Pablo Di Pace.' The internationally-acclaimed one-man show, which he wrote and produced, traces Di Pace's rise to stardom through songs, stories and humor. Di Pace was accompanied by music director Charlie Alterman. BroadwayWorld has photos of him onstage below!
BWW Review: Brandon Uranowitz and the Songs of William Finn are a Match Made in Musical Heaven at Feinstein's/54 Below
There was a segment in Brandon Uranowitz' debut show at Feinstein's/54 Below on February 8 which culminated in his explanation as to how he remained in the closet to his family for four additional years, following an instance where he had a clear opportunity to come out. The bit was a confluence of storytelling and song involving heaping amounts of gay porn, his family's shared '90s computer, and the William Finn song, 'Whizzer Going Down.' It was entirely emblematic of the evening as a whole. Singing only the music of Finn, composer of IN TROUSERS, MARCH OF THE FALSETTOS, FALSETTOLAND (the latter two combining to become FALSETTOS) and more, the moment was irreverent, hilarious, moving, and ultimately surprising. The same could be said about much of Finn's songbook, frequently titillating with jubilantly-plinking piano, and as easily swelling with devastation and richly sinister melodies. Uranowitz, who himself just concluded his run as the neurotic psychiatrist Mendel in the Broadway revival of FALSETTOS, was up to the task of landing both the colloquial humor and grounded pain of Finn's distinct songwriting style. It cannot be overstated, then, how imperative a skilled musician is in terms of adequately tackling this music. Luckily for Uranowitz (and the audience), he was accompanied by his music director Vadim Feichtner on piano, which it turned out, was all he needed.
There was a segment in Brandon Uranowitz' debut show at Feinstein's/54 Below on February 8 which culminated in his explanation as to how he remained in the closet to his family for four additional years, following an instance where he had a clear opportunity to come out. The bit was a confluence of storytelling and song involving heaping amounts of gay porn, his family's shared '90s computer, and the William Finn song, 'Whizzer Going Down.' It was entirely emblematic of the evening as a whole. Singing only the music of Finn, composer of IN TROUSERS, MARCH OF THE FALSETTOS, FALSETTOLAND (the latter two combining to become FALSETTOS) and more, the moment was irreverent, hilarious, moving, and ultimately surprising. The same could be said about much of Finn's songbook, frequently titillating with jubilantly-plinking piano, and as easily swelling with devastation and richly sinister melodies. Uranowitz, who himself just concluded his run as the neurotic psychiatrist Mendel in the Broadway revival of FALSETTOS, was up to the task of landing both the colloquial humor and grounded pain of Finn's distinct songwriting style. It cannot be overstated, then, how imperative a skilled musician is in terms of adequately tackling this music. Luckily for Uranowitz (and the audience), he was accompanied by his music director Vadim Feichtner on piano, which it turned out, was all he needed.
BWW Review: Michael Feinstein Salutes Judy Garland at His Annual Holiday Show
'For 47 years, the world of entertainment was blessed with a force of nature called Judy Garland,' Michael Feinstein begins, 'and for Judy, it all began at MGM.' As the artist takes his time with Arthur Schwartz/Howard Dietz's 'That's Entertainment,' screens on either side of the stage show clips from the film of the same name deftly edited to reflect every lyric. A coda of special material makes 'star' recognition even more specific. In Feinstein's A HOLIDAY TO REMEMBER at Feinstein's/54 Below, we hear songs from Garland's films and appearances, some iconic, others less known. Despite a life of trials, we're told, the performer left a legacy of optimism and joy. She had a quick-witted sense of humor, especially about herself. On one occasion, when Lucille Ball was praised for her humor, she responded that it was scripted, while Judy Garland's was spontaneous. The show is peppered with illuminating anecdotes.
'For 47 years, the world of entertainment was blessed with a force of nature called Judy Garland,' Michael Feinstein begins, 'and for Judy, it all began at MGM.' As the artist takes his time with Arthur Schwartz/Howard Dietz's 'That's Entertainment,' screens on either side of the stage show clips from the film of the same name deftly edited to reflect every lyric. A coda of special material makes 'star' recognition even more specific. In Feinstein's A HOLIDAY TO REMEMBER at Feinstein's/54 Below, we hear songs from Garland's films and appearances, some iconic, others less known. Despite a life of trials, we're told, the performer left a legacy of optimism and joy. She had a quick-witted sense of humor, especially about herself. On one occasion, when Lucille Ball was praised for her humor, she responded that it was scripted, while Judy Garland's was spontaneous. The show is peppered with illuminating anecdotes.
Photo Flash: Kenneth Branagh, Hamish Linklater and More at Shakespeare Society's 'Playing Shakespeare' Celebration
On Monday, June 9, 2014, Sir Kenneth Branagh presented the Shakespeare Medal to Richard Easton and The Public Theater's Oskar Eustis presented the Linda Gross Playing Shakespeare Award to Hamish Linklater at the Shakespeare Society's Annual Playing Shakespeare Celebration. Scroll down for photos of the event, which included guests such as Lily Rabe, Jack O'Brien, Stephen DeRosa, Jacob Fishel, Jimmy Yuill, Dakin Matthews, Chukwudi Iwuji, and more!
On Monday, June 9, 2014, Sir Kenneth Branagh presented the Shakespeare Medal to Richard Easton and The Public Theater's Oskar Eustis presented the Linda Gross Playing Shakespeare Award to Hamish Linklater at the Shakespeare Society's Annual Playing Shakespeare Celebration. Scroll down for photos of the event, which included guests such as Lily Rabe, Jack O'Brien, Stephen DeRosa, Jacob Fishel, Jimmy Yuill, Dakin Matthews, Chukwudi Iwuji, and more!
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with TFANA's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Directed by Julie Taymor
Founded in 1979 by its Artistic Director, Jeffrey Horowitz, Theatre for a New Audience's next act is about to begin with the opening of its Center for Shakespeare and Classical Drama in Brooklyn. The inaugural production is Julie Taymor's staging of A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare with original music by Elliot Goldenthal. Previews begin October 19 for an opening on November 2. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast and creative team in rehearsal below!
Founded in 1979 by its Artistic Director, Jeffrey Horowitz, Theatre for a New Audience's next act is about to begin with the opening of its Center for Shakespeare and Classical Drama in Brooklyn. The inaugural production is Julie Taymor's staging of A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare with original music by Elliot Goldenthal. Previews begin October 19 for an opening on November 2. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast and creative team in rehearsal below!
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Theatre for a New Audience's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
Maggie Siff plays Beatrice and Jonathan Cake Benedick in Theatre for a New Audience's new production of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Arin Arbus, currently in previews for an opening on February 17 at The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42nd Street. BroadwayWorld has photos of the cast and creative team in rehearsal below!
Maggie Siff plays Beatrice and Jonathan Cake Benedick in Theatre for a New Audience's new production of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Arin Arbus, currently in previews for an opening on February 17 at The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42nd Street. BroadwayWorld has photos of the cast and creative team in rehearsal below!
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