BWW Blog: The Theatre World is “Non-Stop” - Ways to Keep Engaged with Shows
by Student Blogger: Kat Mokrynski - Apr 2, 2020
Since the day that the theaters in New York closed, I've felt a little emptiness in my heart. Not seeing the actors I follow on social media getting ready for shows that day, was a strange experience as I'd grown so used to it over these past few years. Looking at photos of the Theater District in Manhattan felt like looking at a ghost town, with only a few people wandering around outside and no sign of the usual buzzing energy.
VIDEO: Andrew Walker Sings 'Let Your Garden Grow' From CASES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2020
For World Theatre Day 2020, the team at CASES share 'Let Your Garden Grow' performed by West End actor Andrew Patrick-Walker (Bat Out of Hell, Brooklyn) to explore the creativity that exists within us all and the opportunities we have in these unprecedented times to exploit imagination, let it spark and create the new.
Entertainment Suspended Until Mid-April at Hard Rock Atlantic City
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 13, 2020
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City announced today that effective immediately the resort destination will suspend entertainment taking place inside Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena, Sound Waves, Howie Mandel's Comedy Club and DAER Nightclub until April 15.
Review Roundup: FLY at La Jolla Playhouse - What Did The Critics Think?
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2020
La Jolla Playhouse's Fly is currently playing through March 29 in the Mandell Weiss Theatre! The cast features Storm Lever (Playhouse/Broadway productions of SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical) as 'Wendy' and Lincoln Clauss (Bat Out of Hell) as 'Peter Pan.' They are joined by Eric Anderson as 'Hook,' Victor E. Chan as 'Boris,' Audrey Cymone as 'Slightly/Jane,' Jeremy Davis as 'Noodler,' Nick Eibler as 'Nibs,' Collin Jeffery at 'Curly,' Nehal Joshi as 'Smee,' Liisi LaFontaine as 'Crocodile,' Isabelle McCalla as 'Tink,' Sean Pope as 'Twins,' David Price as 'Skylights,' Daniel Quadrino as 'Toodles,' Daniel Stewart Sherman as 'Max,' along with ensemble members Hettie Barnhill, Dayna Jarae Dantzler, Victoria Fiore, Shonica Gooden, Amara Granderson, Masumi Iwai, Emily Grace Kersey, Kamille Upshaw and Naomi C. Walley; and Lillith Freund, Jimmy Larkin, Jake Millgard and Alexia Sky as Swings.
New Cast Members Announced For the Tour of BAT OUT OF HELL
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2020
The producers of the UK Tour of Bat Out Of Hell a?" The Musical, featuring Jim Steinman and Meatloaf's greatest hits, have announced the return of Sharon Sexton as Sloane and Rob Fowler as Falco (both starred recently in the Mamma Mia! International Tour and the original West End cast of Bat Out Of Hell), and introduce the new stars of the musical: Glenn Adamson (American Idiot) as Strat and Martha Kirby (Grease, Rags the Musical) as Raven.
Lauren Ruth Ward Announces New Album, Out March 13
by Abigail Charpentier - Feb 14, 2020
Lauren Ruth Ward has announced the release of her second album, Vol. II, out March 13. Today, she has also shared the video for the single “Water Sign,” directed by Dylan Doornos Hayes. To celebrate, Lauren is performing a SOLD OUT video release party at Pappy & Harriet's in Pioneertown, CA today, February 14. She will kick off her first US headline tour on March 13 in San Diego. Complete list of tour dates below.
Feinstein's At The Nikko Announces Lineup For Spring 2020
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2020
Today, Feinstein's at the Nikko announced an exciting lineup of national and local artists who will take the stage at San Francisco's premier intimate nightclub this spring. Additional artists will be announced at a later date. Tickets for all shows are on-sale now by visiting www.feinsteinssf.com or calling 866-663-1063. Ticket prices are subject to change without notice.
Meet the Cast of SIX - Now in Previews on Broadway!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2020
SIX is officially in previews on Broadway! Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, SIX the wives of Henry VIII take the mic to reclaim their identities out of the shadow of their infamous spouse-remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power.
Full Casting Announced For New Immersive Production Of ZORRO THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2020
Full casting is announced today for the new spectacular production of Zorro The Musical which will run at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester from 14 March a?" 18 April 2020, with opening night for press on 18 March, directed by Christian Durham. The show will be brought to life by a cast including Antony Costa as Garcia, Alex Gibson-Giorgio as Ramon, Emma Kingston as Luisa, Genevieve Nicole as Inez, Kit Orton as Don Alejandro and Benjamin Purkiss as the masked hero, Zorro. The cast is completed by Ajjaz Awad, Amy Bastani, Isobel Bates, Ben Boskovic, Maxwell Griffin, Matthew Heywood, Jessica Pardoe, Thomas Ping, Seren Sandham-Davies and Stylianos Thomadakis.
#TBT: Lena Hall Celebrates Opening Of HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
by Linnae Medeiros - Jan 30, 2020
Ladies and gentleman, whether you like it or not, Hedwig! We're celebrating the birthday of Tony Award winner Lena Hall by looking back at her opening night of Hedwig and the Angry Inch at Broadway's Belasco Theatre! Check out the video to see Lena alongside Neil Patrick Harris, composer Stephen Trask, book writer John Cameron Mitchell, and more celebrating Hedwig's arrival on Broadway!
BWW Readers Name The Top Jukebox Musical!
by Linnae Medeiros - Jan 21, 2020
We asked, and you answered! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, reliable sources have reported that the Britney Spears musical Once Upon A One More Time is heading to Broadway. To celebrate, we asked BroadwayWorld readers to determine the best jukebox musical with the help of our bracket! Now we've gathered some of the most popular answers for your to enjoy, from classics like Jersey Boys and Mamma Mia to newer additions like Head Over Heels and Jagged Little Pill.
Alex Boniello, Loren Allred, Molly Pope and More are Heading to Joe's Pub This Winter & Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2020
This winter and spring, Joe's Pub a?" a program and venue of The Public Theater a?" is honoring new voices in musical theater through a variety of shows. From Broadway performers in concert to new musicals presented in the concert setting, there's something for every fan of musicals happening this season. Audiences are invited to celebrate the art of musical theater in non-conventional yet intimate ways with returning artists and new faces alike at Joe's Pub.
Casting Announced For Workshop Of New British Musical THE THROWAWAYS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2020
Lambert Jackson Productions today announce the full cast for the workshop performance of Dylan Wynford's new musical The Throwaways. The performance will star Lizzie Bea (Commentator 2), Francesca Forristal (Peggy), Michael Hamway (Hitchcock), Sahera Khan (Charlie), Andrew Langtree (Danny), Siobhan O'Driscoll (Meghan), Lawrence Smith (Commentator 1), and Courtney Stapleton (Audrey). The workshop performance will take place at The Other Palace, Friday 31st January, 2pm.