BWW Review: WAITRESS at The Fisher Theatre Serves Up Something Spectacular!
by Brian Stanczak-Tuscany - May 8, 2019
The National Tour of Waitress, running now through May 19th at the Fisher Theatre, is a spectacular production all-around. Waitress tells the story of Jenna - a waitress and expert pie maker in a small southern town. She dreams of a way out of this small town and away from her broken marriage and abusive husband. Through the thought of winning a local pie baking contest and forming a brand-new life, Jenna longs to make her dreams a reality. In order to do so, Jenna must summon the strength and courage to rebuild her own life. With original music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles, this show is sure to leave you singing in your seat.
BWW Interview: Ephie Aardema of WAITRESS at the Fisher Theatre Says It Has A Lot of Heart... And Pie!
by Katie Laban - May 8, 2019
Brought to life by a groundbreaking all-female creative team that features original music from six-time Grammy nominee, Sara Bareilles, Waitress is playing until May 19th at the Fisher Theatre. Jenna is an expert pie maker and as the title suggests, a waitress, who dreams of a way out of her small town and loveless marriage. A baking contest could be chance at a new start along with possibly the town's new doctor, but Jenna has to find to find the courage and strength to try. 'We have pie! There's pie in the lobby,' answered Ephie Aardema, who plays Jenna's friend and fellow waitress in the show, when asked about why Detroit audiences should see the show. 'It also has a lot of heart - more than most musicals.' See what else Ephie had to say about Waitress, tour life, and more below:
BWW Review: WAITRESS at Broadway Grand Rapids Promises To Serve Up A Good Time, and Will Make You Hungry!
by Brian Hilbrand - May 1, 2019
Waitress, is in Grand Rapids playing at DeVos Hall through Sunday March, 5th. It is brought to life by a groundbreaking, all female creative team, this Tony Award-nominated hit features original music and lyrics by 7-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles ("Love Song" and "Brave"), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam) and direction by Tony Award-winner Diane Paulus (Pippin, Finding Neverland_
Jeremy Woodard Takes Over the Role of Earl in WAITRESS On Tour
by Julie Musbach - April 26, 2019
The diner recently Welcomed Jeremy Woodard to the role of 'Earl' in the National Touring Production of Waitress! Waitress is the hit Broadway musical from Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles inspired by Adrienne Shelly's 2007 motion picture.
BWW Review: WAITRESS at Tulsa Performing Arts Center
by Dara Homer - April 19, 2019
The national tour of Waitress, which is running in Tulsa through this weekend at the PAC, is powered by a vibrant female energy, but it is also packed with moments of joy and humor for pie-lovers of all genders. Waitress combines a refreshingly contemporary but accessible score with classic musical theatre influences, both in terms of sound and storytelling. Just as a pie doesn't need to be perfect to be well-worth savoring to the last bite, Waitress is a beautifully imperfect treat, full of sweetness and a cast that you absolutely don't want to miss while they're in town.
BWW Interview: Jessie Nelson Talks WAITRESS
by Rona Kelly - March 13, 2019
Jessie Nelson penned the book of the musical, which is based on Adrienne Shelly's 2007 film. With the show now playing to audiences around the world, Jessie discusses honouring and adapting Shelly's story for the stage, and how audiences have responded.
Kravis Center Seeks Young Actress For WAITRESS Tour
by BWW
News Desk - March 5, 2019
WAITRESS, the Tony nominated musical will be premiering at The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on March 5 for a limited engagement and is looking for two young girls to perform the role of "Lulu" for the duration of the engagement.
WAITRESS Seeks Young Actress in Tulsa
by Julie Musbach - February 22, 2019
Celebrity Attractions is pleased to announce that WAITRESS will make its Tulsa debut at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center for a limited eight performance engagement April 16-21 and, in association with Theatre Tulsa, is looking for two young girls to perform the role of "Lulu" for the duration of the engagement.
FSCJ Artist Series Presents WAITRESS March 12-17
by Julie Musbach - January 4, 2019
Jacksonville announces WAITRESS will play Times-Union Center for a limited one-week engagement as part of the 2018-19 Broadway in Jacksonville season, March 12-17, 2019!
Not a Bad Idea! Stephanie Torns to Play Jenna in WAITRESS Through Jan 6
by Julie Musbach - December 11, 2018
The producers of the Broadway hit Waitress have announced that original cast member Stephanie Torns will put on the apron in the role of Jenna from December 11-January 6, 2019. Sara Bareilles will take over the role, joined by Gavin Creel, on January 7.
Richard Kline Takes Over the Diner as Joe in WAITRESS on Tour
by Julie Musbach - December 11, 2018
Joe's Pie Diner will be Opening Up with Richard Kline in the role of 'Joe' on December 14th when the tour is in Spokane, WA at First Interstate Center for the Arts. Waitress is the hit Broadway musical from Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles inspired by Adrienne Shelly's 2007 motion picture.
Kravis Center Seeks Young Actress For WAITRESS Tour
by Julie Musbach - November 30, 2018
WAITRESS, the Tony nominated musical will be premiering at The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on March 5 for a limited engagement and is looking for two young girls to perform the role of "Lulu" for the duration of the engagement.
Steven Good Will Have a Few Bad Ideas as Dr. Pomatter in WAITRESS Tour
by Julie Musbach - October 4, 2018
The diner will be 'Opening Up' with Steven Good in the role of 'Dr. Pomatter' on October 26th when the tour is in San Francisco, CA at The Golden Gate Theatre. Waitress is the hit Broadway musical from Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles inspired by Adrienne Shelly's 2007 motion picture.
WAITRESS Finds Two Young Actresses to Fill Role of Lulu
by Julie Musbach - September 27, 2018
The Tony-nominated musical WAITRESS, which opens at The Smith Center on Oct. 9th and runs through Oct. 14th, has cast two young area actresses to take on the role of "Lulu" during the Las Vegas engagement.
Jessie Shelton and Matt DeAngelis Join National Tour of WAITRESS
by Julie Musbach - September 13, 2018
The Las Vegas engagement of Waitress will be 'Opening Up' with Jessie Shelton and Matt DeAngelis in the roles of Dawn and Earl when the tour opens in Las Vegas on Tuesday, October 9th at The Smith Center. Waitress is the hit Broadway musical from Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles inspired by Adrienne Shelly's 2007 motion picture.
WAITRESS Makes Tour Stop at The Paramount
by BWW
News Desk - September 11, 2018
KeyBank Broadway at the Paramount is thrilled to announce WAITRESS will play The Paramount Theatre for a limited one-week engagement from September 11 - 16.
WAITRESS Makes Tour Stop at The Paramount
by Julie Musbach - August 21, 2018
KeyBank Broadway at the Paramount is thrilled to announce WAITRESS will play The Paramount Theatre for a limited one-week engagement from September 11 - 16.
WAITRESS Seeks For 'Lulu' For San Francisco Engagement
by Julie Musbach - August 17, 2018
WAITRESS, the Tony nominated musical playing at the SHN Golden Gate Theatre from October 16 through November 11, is looking for two young girls to perform the role of 'Lulu' for the duration of the engagement.
WAITRESS Seeks Young Actress for Salt Lake City Run
by Julie Musbach - August 6, 2018
WAITRESS, the Tony nominated musical will be premiering at the Eccles Theater on September 25th for a limited engagement and is looking for two young girls to perform the role of "Lulu" for the duration of the engagement.