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Norbert Leo Butz, Donna McKechnie, J. Harrison Ghee And More Come To Legacy Theatre In 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2024

Branford's Legacy Theatre has announced a star-studden lineup for the 2025 Sunday Broadway Concert Series lineup for the historic theatre's 5th anniversary season.

Maxine Peake Will Lead DOUBT: A PARABLE at Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

Maxine Peake will star in this brand-new production of John Patrick Shanley's award-winning drama. DOUBT a parable will be at Theatre Royal Bath's Ustinov Studio.

Video: How Well Does Norbert Leo Butz Recall His Old Lines?
by Joey Mervis - Nov 1, 2024

We know him as Fiyero, Edward Bloom, Carl Hanratty, and more- but how well does Norbert Leo Butz know those characters? We're putting him to the test in the latest edition of BroadwayWorld's Line Please! In this video, watch as he tries to guess which shows he said each of these lines.

Photos: Broadway Stars Turn Out Save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2024

On Tuesday, October 8th, many Broadway notables joined forces to raise funds for the historic West Bank Cafe and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre. See photos from inside the event.

Gabe Ebert, Bianca Leigh, and Amy Spanger Join Tonight's West Bank Cafe Gala
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2024

Three new cast members have joined tonight's special gala to celebrate and raise funds to save a beloved Theatre District institution, The West Bank Cafe. On Tuesday, October 8th, the iconic restaurant and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, will host a gala packed with Broadway stars.

San Francisco Playhouse To Present WAITRESS This November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2024

WAITRESS returns to San Francisco for the holiday season from November 21 to January 18.

Tom Kitt, Liz Callaway, Orfeh Join West Bank Cafe Benefit Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2024

Broadway stars will take the stage for a gala aimed at revitalizing the historic West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre.

Eva Noblezada, Lillias White and More Join West Bank Cafe Benefit Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2024

A star-studded gala will be held on October 8th to benefit New York's legendary West Bank Cafe, featuring performances and appearances by notable figures from the entertainment industry.

WAITRESS Southern California Regional Premiere Begins In September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2024

La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts will open its 2024-2025 season with the Southern California regional theatre premiere of the hit Broadway musical, WAITRESS.

PARTICLE FEVER Musical in Development By David Henry Hwang
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2024

A new musical, Particle Fever, based on the 2013 documentary film about the largest scientific experiment ever undertaken, is currently in development. The musical is written by David Henry Hwang, includes new music and lyrics by Bear McCreary and Zoe Sarnak, is directed by Leigh Silverman, and produced by Megan Kingery and Annie Roney.

The Carter Center Announces President Jimmy Carter's 100th Birthday Celebration
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2024

The Carter Center will host a concert to celebrate the 100th birthday, life, and legacy of President Jimmy Carter, the longest-living U.S. president, in Atlanta on August 1, 2024.

GoFundMe Campaign Launches to Save The West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024

The West Bank Cafe previously announced that it will be closing its doors next month. Now, a GoFundMe campaign has launched to help save the venue from its demise. Learn more about how to help here!

THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA, Directed by Sam Mendes, Will Open on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024

Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes, will open on Broadway this fall! The play will perform a limited engagement at the Broadhurst Theatre with previews beginning in September.

Hugh Coles, Arielle Jacobs & Jelani Remy to Star In TRAILS Musical Workshop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024

Hugh Coles, Arielle Jacobs, and Jelani Remy will star in an invitation-only presentation of the new musical TRAILS on June 6th, directed by Lorin Latarro. Learn more about the workshop!

WAITRESS, FAT HAM & More Set for San Francisco Playhouse 2024/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024

San Francisco Playhouse has revealed its 22nd season, to be presented September 2024 to September 2025. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Sean Penn, Bob Woodward, and More Attend ANNA Screening
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 23, 2024

The National Press Club’s special pre-release screening of the new political drama from Rolling Pictures and Good Films Collective, ANNA (MOTHER RUSSIA), took place on March 20, 2024, and included such luminaries as actor Sean Penn, journalist Bob Woodward, U.S. Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA), former CIA director John Brennan. 

Joseph Fioretti Will Present Fioretti•Family, Friends & Flowers To Raise Money for Ukraine
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2024

Oscar award-winning movie producer Joseph Fioretti, who is best known for Down and Out in America and Baghdad ER, will present a new art exhibition entitled Fioretti•Family, Friends & Flowers, devoted to supporting humanitarian efforts in Ukraine from March 15th – March 29th at the Ukrainian Institute of America.

Rogue Machine to Present West Coast Premiere of MIDDLE OF THE WORLD This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2024

Rogue Machine Theatre presents 'MIDDLE OF THE WORLD' by Juan José Alfonso, directed by Guillermo Cienfuegos. A story of redemption and unexpected alliance.

Sara Bareilles, Donna Murphy, Cecily Strong & More to Star in LOCKER ROOM TALK Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2023

Madison Wells Live will present a private industry reading of Locker Room Talk, a new play by Meghan Kennedy, on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 in New York City.

Cheyenne Jackson, Ada Vox, and More to be Featured in LA CAGE at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2023

Get ready for an extraordinary performance of LA CAGE at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel featuring Cheyenne Jackson, Ada Vox, and more. Find out when and where you can catch this highly anticipated show in Hollywood. Don't miss this limited-time event – all the details you need to know are right here.

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