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Burn the Floor 2009 - Articles Page 2

Run Time:
2 hours and 15 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: August 2, 2009
Closing: January 10, 2010

Burn the Floor - 2009 Broadway History , Info & More

Burn the Floor, the electrifying Latin and Ballroom dance spectacular that has thrilled audiences in over 30 countries, will make its Broadway debut in a limited 12-week engagement in one of Broadway's most intimate venues, bringing audience members thisclose to the action and passion of the dancers. From Harlem's hot nights at The Savoy, where dances such as the Lindy, Foxtrot and Charleston were born, to the Latin Quarter where the Cha-Cha, Rumba and Salsa steamed up the stage, Burn the Floor takes audiences on a journey through the passionate drama of dance. The elegance of the Viennese Waltz, the exuberance of Jive, the intensity of the Paso Doble - audiences will experience them all, as well as the Tango, Samba, Mambo, Quickstep, and Swing. It's Ballroom dance with a sexy 21st century edge.


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WLIW21 To Present Exclusive Premiere of THE STORY OF BURN THE FLOOR 9/16
by Jessica Lewis - September 14, 2009


This Wednesday, September 16 at 9 p.m., WLIW21 presents the exclusive premiere of THE STORY OF BURN THE FLOOR with creator/director/choreographer/world champion dance legend Jason Gilkison and producer Harley Medcalf LIVE in the studio.

RIALTO CHATTER: Recent 'BURN' Stars Karina Smirnoff and Maksim Chmerkovskiy Romance Now Kaput?
by Eddie Varley - September 8, 2009


Entertainment Tonight is reporting that 'Dancing with the Stars' pro lovebirds Karina Smirnoff and Maksim Chmerkovskiy, who recently guest starred in Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR, have split up.

BURN THE FLOOR Featured On The CW11 Morning News 8/31
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2009


This Monday August 31, BURN THE FLOOR will be featured on The CW11 Morning News when Anya Garnis and Pasha Kovalev visit the set to chat and perform a number from the hit Broadway show. BURN THE FLOOR has broken box office records at The Longacre Theatre and recently announced its extension through January 3 2010. The CW11 Morning News airs from 7-9 AM on Channel 11 in New York.

BURN THE FLOOR's Anya & Pasha Set To Appear on NY-1's "On Stage" This Weekend With Director Jason Gilkison
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR's director & choreographer Jason Gilkison will be a guest on NY-1's 'On Stage' this weekend along with dancers Anya Garnis and Pasha Kovalev. 'On Stage' airs four times over the weekend: 9:30 AM and 7:30 PM Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30.

BURN THE FLOOR's Anya & Pasha Set To Appear on NY-1's "On Stage" This Weekend With Director Jason Gilkison
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 28, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR's director & choreographer Jason Gilkison will be a guest on NY-1's 'On Stage' this weekend along with dancers Anya Garnis and Pasha Kovalev. 'On Stage' airs four times over the weekend: 9:30 AM and 7:30 PM Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30.

BURN THE FLOOR Featured On The CW11 Morning News 8/31
by Charlie Piane - August 28, 2009


This Monday August 31, BURN THE FLOOR will be featured on The CW11 Morning News when Anya Garnis and Pasha Kovalev visit the set to chat and perform a number from the hit Broadway show. BURN THE FLOOR has broken box office records at The Longacre Theatre and recently announced its extension through January 3 2010. The CW11 Morning News airs from 7-9 AM on Channel 11 in New York.

Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR Extends Through January 3, 2010
by Charlie Piane - August 24, 2009


The producers of BURN THE FLOOR, announced today that that the show will extend through January 3, 2010. The Latin and ballroom spectacular had originally announced a limited 12-week run. The first new show of the Broadway season, BURN THE FLOOR broke the box office record at the Longacre Theatre two weeks running. Anya Garnis and Pasha Kovalev of Fox's 'So You Think You Can Dance' joined the company on August 18.

BURN THE FLOOR Takes Over W. 48th Street; Kerr Marquee Now Points To Longacre Theatre
by Charlie Piane - August 18, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR sizzles away at the Longacre Theatre on West 48th Street and the heat is now engulfing the street. Its across-the-street neighbor is spreading the word too; The Walter Kerr Theatre marquee is now lit up with signs pointing the way to BURN THE FLOOR, marking the first time a Broadway theatre has advertised the show of a neighboring house.

Anya And Pasha Ignite Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR Starting Tonight, August 18
by Charlie Piane - August 18, 2009


ANYA GARNIS and PASHA KOVALEV of TV's 'So You Think You Can Dance' join the company of Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR tonight Tuesday, August 18 at the Longacre Theatre, 220 West 48 Street. This will mark the Broadway debut for both. BURN THE FLOOR, Broadway's sexy new hit, has broken office records at the Longacre for two consecutive weeks.

BURN THE FLOOR Sets Second Longacre Theatre House Record
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 17, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR beat the Longacre Theatre house record for the second week in a row, with a gross of $665.008.50, besting last week's gross of $540,180. Last week's gross had broken the previous record held by Boeing-Boeing .

TV's Garnis And Kovalev To Join Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR 8/18
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2009


Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR will welcome Anya Garnis and Pasha Kovalev into the show Tuesday, August 18. The alums of Fox TV's 'So You Think You Can Dance' will replace ABC's 'Dancing with the Stars' favorites Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Karina Smirnoff when they depart the show August 16.

BURN THE FLOOR's Karina Smirnoff and Maksim Chmerkovskiy Featured on 'Live! With Regis & Kelly'
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 13, 2009


Karina Smirnoff and Maksim Chmerkovskiy, currently guest starring in Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR, performed the sexy duet 'Burn for You' on 'Live! With Regis & Kelly' yesterday, August 12.

Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR To Burn Up The Airwaves This Week, Several TV Appearances Announced
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR, the Latin and Ballroom dance spectacular that just opened on Broadway, will be burning up the airwaves this week.

Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR Sets New House Record At The Longacre Theatre
by Charlie Piane - August 12, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR set a new house record last week with a gross of $540,180 for the 8-performance week ending August 9, beating the previous record held by Boeing-Boeing. BURN THE FLOOR's record-setting week included four heavily-comped press performances.

Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR To Burn Up The Airwaves This Week, Several TV Appearances Announced
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR, the Latin and Ballroom dance spectacular that just opened on Broadway, will be burning up the airwaves this week.

STAGE TUBE: BURN THE FLOOR Stars Maks And Karina Tell '7 Things' to NEWSWEEK
by Eddie Varley - August 10, 2009


TV favorites And BURN THE FLOOR stars Karina Smirnoff and Maksim Chmerkovskiy tell '7 Things You Didn't Know About' to NEWSWEEK, and you can watch the fun and very candid video right here on STAGE TUBE!

Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR To Burn Up The Airwaves This Week, Several TV Appearances Announced
by Charlie Piane - August 10, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR, the Latin and Ballroom dance spectacular that just opened on Broadway, will be burning up the airwaves this week.

BURN THE FLOOR's 'Shoe Guru' Mayne Profiled By The NY Daily News
by Charlie Piane - August 5, 2009


In a recent article, The NY Daily News profiles BURN THE FLOOR's 'Shoe Guru,' Catherine Mayne. Mayne gives insight into her hectic day and how she maintains a show with so many shoes and costumes!

TV's Garnis And Kovalev To Join Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR 8/16
by Charlie Piane - August 4, 2009


Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR will welcome Anya Garnis and Pasha Kovalev into the show Tuesday, August 18. The alums of Fox TV's 'So You Think You Can Dance' will replace ABC's 'Dancing with the Stars' favorites Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Karina Smirnoff when they depart the show August 16.

'BURN' And Save! Special BWW Discounts To BURN THE FLOOR!
by Charlie Piane - August 10, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR, the electrifying Latin and Ballroom dance spectacular, opened August 2nd at Broadway's Longacre Theatre (220 W. 48 Street). BURN THE FLOOR has thrilled audiences in over 30 countries, and is the first show of the new Broadway season, playing a limited 12-week engagement.

Photo Coverage: BURN THE FLOOR Opening Night Party
by Walter McBride - August 4, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR, the electrifying Latin and Ballroom dance spectacular, opened this weekend at Broadway's Longacre Theatre (220 W. 48 Street). BURN THE FLOOR has thrilled audiences in over 30 countries, and is the first show of the new Broadway season, playing a limited 12-week engagement. After the curtain came down, the party got started and BroadwayWorld's cameras were there to capture all the excitement!

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