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BROADWAY SESSIONS Hosts Annual Holiday Concert Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2014

Tonight, December 18th, Broadway Sessions will celebrate the holiday season with it's 6th annual all star holiday concert.

STAGE TUBE: Broadway Celebrates 40th Anniversary of THE WIZ in Opening Number of GYPSY OF THE YEAR!
by Nicole Rosky - December 17, 2014

The 26th annual edition of Gypsy of the Year raised a record-breaking $5,229,611 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, thanks to six weeks of fundraising by 64 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies. The grand total was announced Tuesday, December 9, 2014, by special guests Hugh Jackman, Nathan Lane and Judith Light after two stellar performances of original dances, songs and skits by more than 200 'gypsies' from Broadway and Off-Broadway shows. The show's spirited opening number celebrated the 40th anniversary of The Wiz, one of the first large-scale, big-budget Broadway musicals to feature an all-black cast and winner of seven Tony Awards in 1975. Check out the full number below!

Fred Ebb Foundation Donates Record $1.65 Million to BC/EFA
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2014

The Fred Ebb Foundation (Mitchell Bernard, Trustee) has announced that its 2014 donation to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS will total $1.65 million dollars, marking the largest single contribution in BC/EFA history and bringing the foundation's total contribution to BC/EFA to $10 million since it began ten years ago.

STAGE TUBE: Watch the Winning Numbers from GYPSY OF THE YEAR, Featuring the Casts of THE LION KING & PIPPIN!
by Nicole Rosky - December 12, 2014

The 26th annual edition of Gypsy of the Year raised a record-breaking $5,229,611 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, thanks to six weeks of fundraising by 64 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies. The grand total was announced Tuesday, December 9, 2014, by special guests Hugh Jackman, Nathan Lane and Judith Lightafter two stellar performances of original dances, songs and skits by more than 200 'gypsies' from Broadway and Off-Broadway shows. Below, we bring you the winning numbers from the casts of THE LION KING and PIPPIN!

Jerry Mitchell Will Return as Director for 25th Anniversary Edition of BROADWAY BARES; Set for 6/21!
by Nicole Rosky - December 11, 2014

For the first time in 10 years, Broadway Bares creator Jerry Mitchell will return to the show's director's chair to helm what promises to be a scintillating and titillating 25th celebratory edition of Broadway Bares. Join Jerry and 200 of Broadway's sexiest dancers for two performances only on Sunday, June 21, at New York City's Hammerstein Ballroom, located in Manhattan Center. Show times are 9:30 pm and midnight.

Photo Coverage: Original Cast of THE WIZ, THE RIVER's Hugh Jackman, Stars of HEDWIG & More Perform in BC/EFA's GYPSY OF THE YEAR
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - December 10, 2014

The 26th annual edition of Gypsy of the Year raised a record-breaking $5,229,611 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, thanks to six weeks of fundraising by 64 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies. The grand total was announced Tuesday, December 9, 2014, by special guests Hugh Jackman, Nathan Lane and Judith Light after two stellar performances of original dances, songs and skits by more than 200 'gypsies' from Broadway and Off-Broadway shows. Scroll down for photos from the event!

Michael Wartella, Amy Jo Jackson & More Set for BROADWAY SESSIONS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2014

Tonight, December 11th, Broadway Sessions welcomes Wicked's Michael Wartella alonsgide a bevy of belting beauties including Amy Jo Jackson, Diana Huey, Sherz Aletaha, Ang Bocca and more.

Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Vol. 16 Now on iTunes
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2014

The 2014 Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Volume 16 is now available on iTunes. The 21-track album of original and traditional holiday music features stars and casts from the current Broadway line-up, and benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA), one of the nation's leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organizations. The entire album is available for $15.99, and includes a digital booklet with liner notes about each participating cast, designating soloists and session photos. Individual tracks also may be purchased for $.99 each.

STAGE TUBE: Perez Hilton Surprises Fans with 'My Simple Christmas Wish' CAROLS FOR A CURE Music Video
by Stage Tube - December 9, 2014

Surprise! Perez Hilton just unveiled an early Christmas present - a music video of him singing 'My Simple Christmas Wish (Rich, Famous & Powerful)' to support Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS' CAROLS FOR A CURE. Watch below!

BC/EFA's GYPSY OF THE YEAR Competition Breaks Records With Over $5 Million; Hugh Jackman's THE RIVER Brings in Top Donation
by BWW News Desk - December 9, 2014

The 26th annual edition of Gypsy of the Year raised a record-breaking $5,229,611 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS thanks to six weeks of fundraising by 64 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies.

Stars of IT'S ONLY A PLAY, HEDWIG and More Set for BC/EFA's 2014 GYPSY OF THE YEAR, Honoring THE WIZ's 40th Anniversary Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 8, 2014

The 26th annual edition of Gypsy of the Year, to be presented today, December 8 (4:30 PM) and tomorrow, December 9 (2 PM) at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 West 42nd Street, NYC), will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the groundbreaking musical The Wiz and feature performances by the uber-talented 'gypsies' of 12 Broadway and Off-Broadway shows.

BroadwayGirlNYC's 2014 BC/EFA Holiday Gift Guide
by BroadwayGirl NYC - December 16, 2014

The best of this year's Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS holiday gift guide, through the eyes of Broadway's biggest fan.

Stars of IT'S ONLY A PLAY, HEDWIG and More Set for BC/EFA's 2014 GYPSY OF THE YEAR, Honoring THE WIZ's 40th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - December 4, 2014

The 26th annual edition of Gypsy of the Year, to be presented Monday, December 8 (4:30 PM) and Tuesday, December 9 (2 PM) at the New Amsterdam Theatre (214 West 42nd Street, NYC), will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the groundbreaking musical The Wiz and feature performances by the uber-talented 'gypsies' of 12 Broadway and Off-Broadway shows.

STAGE TUBE: Adinah Alexander Sings 'Never Never Land' at BROADWAY SESSIONS
by Stage Tube - December 4, 2014

In the spirit of tonight's PETER PAN LIVE! on NBC, watch Adinah Alexander perform 'Never Never Land' from the musical at BROADWAY SESSIONS over the summer!

Photo Coverage: Sting and THE LAST SHIP Cast Gets Soulful for Carols for a Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - December 21, 2014

The 2014 Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Volume 16 is on sale now! This 2-disc, annual CD of original and traditional holiday music features stars and casts from the current Broadway line-up, and benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA), one of the nation's leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organizations. Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Volume 16 can be ordered for only $25 through BC/EFA at broadwaycares.org or by calling (212) 840-0770 x238 Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST. Volumes from previous seasons are available, too (check online or call for price). BroadwayWorld is excited to continue our exclusive photo coverage of the recording sessions for this year's album with the cast of The Last Ship, who sing 'Soul Cake.' Check out photos of cast members Shawna M. Hamic, Dawn Cantwell, Leah Hocking, Sarah Hunt, Alyssa DiPalma, Rachel Tucker and more below!

Broadway Kids and WICKED's Lilli Cooper Set for BROADWAY SESSIONS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 4, 2014

Tonight, December 4th, Broadway Sessions welcomes Lilli Cooper and a host of Broadway kids!

Broadway Kids and WICKED's Lilli Cooper Set for BROADWAY SESSIONS This Week
by BWW News Desk - December 2, 2014

This Thursday, December 4th, Broadway Sessions welcomes Lilli Cooper and a host of Broadway kids!

Groupon Gives Back to BC/EFA on #GivingTuesday With Hugh Jackman Sweepstakes
by BWW News Desk - December 2, 2014

Groupon today announced a campaign to raise funds for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, as well as campaigns to raise funds for Kiva, DonorsChoose.org and ioby. To join in the spirit of Giving Tuesday, Groupon will match funds collected for each of these campaigns in the United States, up to $25,000 per campaign and $100,000 total. In addition, each $10 donation to the Groupon campaign for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS will automatically enter contributors into a sweepstakes* for a chance to win a trip to New York City, including VIP tickets to the new play, The River, on Broadway and a meet-and-greet after the show with the star and two-time Tony Award-winner, Hugh Jackman.

Dee Snider to Auction Off Memorabilia to Benefit BC/EFA
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2014

Dee Snider, creator and star of DEE SNIDER'S ROCK & ROLL CHRISTMAS TALE, will auction off various personally autographed awards and memorabilia for charity. In the spirit of the holiday, all proceeds from the auction will benefit one of his favorite charities Broadway Cares/Equity Fight AIDS. The charity auction is currently running through December 22, 2014 and will be hosted at ?www.broadwaycares.org/eBayDeeSniderAuction. A select number of awards and memorabilia will be available each week for one week only. Dee Snider is starring as the narrator in DEE SNIDER'S ROCK & ROLL CHRISTMAS TALE at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E Chestnut) through Jan. 4, 2015.

BROADWAY SESSIONS Showcases Actor/Singer/Songwriters Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2014

Tonight, November 20th, Broadway Sessions welcomes Broadway actors who are also Singer/Songwriters to perform their original music. Artists scheduled to perform include Josh Franklin, Janet Krupin, Blake Whyte, John Arthur Greene, F. Michael Haynie and more.

BROADWAY SESSIONS to Showcase Actor/Singer/Songwriters This Week
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2014

This Thursday, November 20th, Broadway Sessions welcomes Broadway actors who are also Singer/Songwriters to perform their original music. Artists scheduled to perform include Josh Franklin, Janet Krupin, Blake Whyte, John Arthur Greene, F. Michael Haynie and more.

Vanessa Redgrave Reads from Joan Didion's BLUE NIGHTS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2014

Tony Award-winning actress Vanessa Redgrave participates in a special benefit reading from Blue Nights, an evocative memoir by acclaimed author, and close friend, Joan Didion.

Exclusive Photo Coverage: In the Recording Studio with PIPPIN Cast for Carols For A Cure!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - December 7, 2014

The 2014 Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Volume 16 is on sale now! This 2-disc, annual CD of original and traditional holiday music features stars and casts from the current Broadway line-up, and benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA), one of the nation's leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organizations. Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Volume 16 can be ordered for only $25 through BC/EFA at broadwaycares.org or by calling (212) 840-0770 x238 Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST. Volumes from previous seasons are available, too (check online or call for price).

Vanessa Redgrave to Read from Joan Didion's BLUE NIGHTS to Benefit BC/EFA and Cathedral Community Cares
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2014

Tony Award-winning actress Vanessa Redgrave is in final rehearsals for a special benefit reading from Blue Nights, an evocative memoir by acclaimed author, and close friend, Joan Didion.

BROADWAY SESSIONS Celebrates CHICAGO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 6, 2014

Tonight, November 6th, Broadway Sessions celebrates the longest running American Broadway Musical in history, Chicago.


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