Toni Lamond and More Join The Sydney Cabaret Festival Line Up
Sydney Cabaret Festival Director Trevor Ashley today announced that Australian Showbiz royalty Toni Lamond will emerge from retirement to perform at a special closing night Showqueen event at the Festival, alongside performances from many of the international Festival guests. Tickets to this one-night only special event, hosted by Trevor Ashley, are on sale from tomorrow at www.sydneycabaretfest.com.au
The Glugs Theatrical Awards Set for 3 Feb at The Castlereagh Inn
Once again it is the time for the Glugs to venture out with their Theatre Awards. This year marks the Glugs' 55th year, even though awards were not given out until 1973. Only one award was given to David Williamson for Contribution to Theatre in 1973, and this year we are pleased to present a total of 18 awards.
2011 Australian Helpmann Award Nominations Announced: LOVE NEVER DIES, DOCTOR ZHIVAGO & More
The annual Helpmann Awards® recognise distinguished artistic achievement and excellence in the many disciplines of Australia's vibrant live performance sectors, including musical theatre, contemporary music, comedy, opera, classical music, theatre, dance and physical theatre. The Helpmann Awards also incorporates the JC Williamson Award for outstanding contribution to the Australian live performance industry.
RIALTO CHATTER: Tony Sheldon Confirmed for Broadway's PRISCILLA?
As BroadwayWorld has reported, Deadline.com revealed that Matt Cavenaugh and Will Swenson may join original cast member Tony Sheldon for the Broadway premiere of PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT. BroadwayGirlNYC revealed on her twitter that Jessica Philips and Joshua Buscher may be joining the cast, as well.
Today in an article out in The Australian, Tony Sheldon's mother reveals that Sheldon, who originated the role of Bernadette in Australia and is now starring as the character in the West End, will make the Broadway transfer next season. Sheldon was nominated for a 2010 Olivier Award for his performance.
Burlesque Hour Adds Extra Show, Ends 8/2
It's the FINAL weekend of the Burlesque Hour and we're putting on ONE EXTRA show by demand! One last chance to see the Burlesque Hour Legends and the fabulous Miss Toni Lamond!