THE WEDDING SINGER Will Be Performed at The Barn Theatre Beginning This Week
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2021
It's 1985 and rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart (Eric Morris), is New Jersey's favorite wedding singer. Backed by his tried-and-true bandmates, Sammy (Patrick Hunter) and George (First Year Apprentice Nathan Hoty), Robbie is the life of the party-until his own fiancée, the red-hot siren Linda (2nd Year Apprentice Lexi Pinnata), leaves him at the altar. Julia (Melissa Cotton Hunter), a winsome catering waitress, tries to cheer him up, and it dawns on Robbie he is falling for Julia.
BWW Interview: Singing Comedian Brian O'Sullivan On LITTLE FISH & His BIG LAUGHS
by Gil Kaan - Mar 26, 2021
Actor/singer/comedian Brian O’Sullivan will perform his and Little Fish's first live Zoom LITTLE FISH, BIG LAUGHS WITH BRIAN O'SULLIVAN April 2 & 3, 2021. A regular denizen of the Los Angeles comedy clubs and theatre community, Brian will communicate his comic tales peppered with his witty lyrics and guitar-playing.
Barn Theatre Celebrates 2020 Wall Of Fame Inductees This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2020
Covid's impact on live theatre and performing arts has been brutal this year. In an effort to celebrate the history and raise funds to support the future of the Barn Theatre, they will induct their 2020 Class of Wall of Fame members during their Gala Events this weekend.
Broadway Rewind: THE WEDDING SINGER Says 'I Do' on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2020
But first, the episode starts off with a look at The Wedding Singer, based on the popular Adam Sandler film. It starred newcomer Stephen Lynch and joining him in the role of Julie, the waitress with a heart of gold, was one Broadway's loveliest leading ladies, Laura Benanti. The musical features a score by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin and a book by Begluin and Tim Herlihy. Rounding out the cast was Kevin Cahoon, Matthew Saldivar, Amy Spanger, Rita Gardner, Felicia Finley and Richard H. Blake. Benanti told Ridge, 'I'm really proud of it. It's nice to play the girl next door. I have never done that. This is really my first brand new Broadway musical. So, I have learned a lot.'
Ruth Eckerd Hall Postpones All Events Through Thursday, April 2
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2020
Susan Crockett, Ruth Eckerd Hall President & CEO and The Ruth Eckerd Hall Board of Directors announced today that effective Sunday, March 15, Ruth Eckerd Hall is postponing all performances, all education activities and events through Thursday, April 2.
American Musical Comedian And Viral Video Star Stephen Lynch Announces 7 Night UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2018
Stephen Lynch, the American award-winning musical comedian and viral video sensation is delighted to announce his first UK tour since 2013: 'The My Old Heart Tour'. With over 5 millions views on YouTube and top rated Comedy Central specials, Stephen will be performing a limited 7 night tour this September, bringing his unique blend of musical based comedy back to his legions of British fans.
Don McLean, Dwele and More Coming Up at City Winery Chicago
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2017
City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces Don McLean ("American Pie") on his American Troubadour tour, the return of Detroit Hip-Hop R&B star Dwele for back-to-back shows, the return of singer-songwriter Eilen Jewel and more.