VIDEO: Listen to the Cast of NBC's RISE Sing LEFT BEHIND From SPRING AWAKENING
by Macon Prickett
- Mar 23, 2018
Today, Atlantic Records has unveiled another brand new cast recording of one of the songs that will be featured in next week's episode of 'Rise,' NBC's new drama series from the producers of 'Hamilton,' 'Friday Night Lights' and 'Parenthood.' An exclusive rendition of 'Left Behind' by the 'Rise' cast, featuring Ted Sutherland - originally featured in the Tony Award-winning musical, 'Spring Awakening' - is now available at all DSPs and streaming services.
TV: Check Out the Trailer for NBC's RISE! Next Episode Tuesday, 3/27
by Nicole Rosky
- Mar 26, 2018
From Jason Katims, executive producer and showrunner of 'Friday Night Lights' and 'Parenthood,' and 'Hamilton producer' Jeffrey Seller comes a heartening new drama about finding inspiration in unexpected places. When dedicated teacher Lou Mazzuchelli (Josh Radnor) sheds his own self-doubt, and takes over the lackluster theater department and its ambitious plans for a school production of 'Spring Awakening,' he galvanizes not only the faculty and students but also the entire working-class town.
VIDEO: Listen to the Cast of NBC's RISE Sing More SPRING AWAKENING From Next Week's Episode
by Macon Prickett
- Mar 16, 2018
Today, Atlantic Records has unveiled two brand new cast recordings of songs that will be featured in next week's episode of “Rise,” NBC's new drama series from the producers of “Hamilton,” “Friday Night Lights” and “Parenthood.” “Word Of Your Body” by the “Rise” cast, featuring Auli'i Cravalho, the voice of Moana, and Damon J. Gillespie and “The Song Of Purple Summer” by the “Rise” cast, featuring the voice of Amy Forsyth – both exclusive renditions of songs originally featured in the Tony Award-winning musical, “Spring Awakening” - are available now at all DSPs and streaming services.
The New Group Announces Final Extension of GOOD FOR OTTO
by Julie Musbach
- Mar 14, 2018
The New Group has announced a second extension for the New York premiere production of David Rabe's Good for Otto, which will now play its final performance on Sunday, April 15. Due to demand, the company previously announced a one week extension through April 8.
VIDEO: Watch Highlights From the First Episode of NBC's RISE
by Macon Prickett
- Mar 14, 2018
Watch highlights from the first episode of RISE, which aired last night on NBC. From Jason Katims, executive producer and showrunner of “Friday Night Lights” and “Parenthood,” and “Hamilton” producer Jeffrey Seller comes a heartening new drama about finding inspiration in unexpected places. When dedicated teacher Lou Mazzuchelli (Josh Radnor) sheds his own self-doubt and takes over the school's lackluster theater department, he galvanizes not only the faculty and students but the entire working-class town.
VIDEO: Listen to the Cast of NBC's RISE Sing SPRING AWAKENING
by Macon Prickett
- Mar 9, 2018
Listen to the cast of NBC's RISE sing a Spring Awakening Montage, along with 'I Believe' from Spring Awakening below! Each Friday, beginning, March 9, original cast recordings of the tracks featured in the following Tuesday's episode of “Rise” will be released at all DSPs and streaming services. The first musical offering highlights cast recordings included in the “Rise” series premiere, airing on Tuesday, March 13 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on NBC, immediately following the season finale of “This Is Us.” The weekly musical releases will culminate with a full album, entitled “RISE SEASON 1: THE ALBUM,” due Friday, May 11. The collection will highlight selected tracks released over the course of the season, alongside additional unreleased songs from the cast.
Winners of R.I.S.E. America Grants For School Theatre Programs Announced
by Macon Prickett
- Mar 5, 2018
Fifty high schools have risen above 1,000 applicants to claim NBC's R.I.S.E. America grants. The program – inspired by the network's upcoming drama “Rise” about a high school theatre department and its effects on a small town – is awarding half million dollars to high school theatre programs across the country.
JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Extends Through April 1, Matt McGrath Takes Over Lead Role
by Julie Musbach
- Feb 27, 2018
Due to demand, The New Group has announced a three-week extension for Jerry Springer - The Opera, with Matt McGrath appearing as Jerry Springer beginning March 13. Terrence Mann, currently appearing in the role of Jerry Springer, plays his final performance March 11 due to an existing commitment beyond that date.
GOOD FOR OTTO Extends Through April 8
by Stephi Wild
- Feb 20, 2018
Due to demand, The New Group has announced a one-week extension for the New York premiere production of David Rabe's Good for Otto. Previews begin tonight, February 20, in advance of an Official Opening Night on Thursday, March 8. Originally set to play a limited Off-Broadway engagement through April 1, this production now plays through Sunday, April 8 at The Pershing Square Signature Center (The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre, 480 West 42nd Street).
Rhea Perlman Joins the New Group's Production of David Rabe's GOOD FOR OTTO
by Julie Musbach
- Jan 26, 2018
The New Group has announced that Rhea Perlman will join F. Murray Abraham, Kate Buddeke, Laura Esterman, Nancy Giles, Lily Gladstone, Ed Harris, Charlotte Hope, Mark Linn-Baker, Amy Madigan, Rileigh McDonald, Kenny Mellman, Maulik Pancholy and Michael Rabe in the New York premiere of David Rabe's Good for Otto. Rhea Perlman will appear in the role of Nora, as Rosie O'Donnell, previously announced, is unable to appear due to illness. Directed by Scott Elliott, this production will play a limited Off-Broadway engagement February 20 - April 1, with Opening Night on Thursday, March 8 at The Pershing Square Signature Center (The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre, 480 West 42nd Street).
Full Casting Has Been Announced for The New Group's GOOD FOR OTTO, Featuring Rosie O'Donnell and More
by Stephi Wild
- Jan 16, 2018
The New Group has announced full casting and creative team for David Rabe's Good for Otto, with Kate Buddeke, Laura Esterman, Nancy Giles, Lily Gladstone, Charlotte Hope, Mark Linn-Baker, Kenny Mellman and Maulik Pancholy joining, as previously announced, F. Murray Abraham, Ed Harris, Amy Madigan, Rileigh McDonald, Rosie O'Donnell and Michael Rabe in this New York premiere directed by Scott Elliott.
Jeffrey Seller's New NBC Show RISE Could Do HAMILTON... But You Might Have To Wait
by Nicole Ciravolo
- Jan 10, 2018
Jeffrey Seller's upcoming NBC Show 'Rise' is redefining the high school theatre TV-show template. The Hamilton producer's new show puts its focus on a small town in Pennsylvania where a dedicated teacher revolutionizes his school's theatre department. Each season will bring a new musical to the screen, following the ups and downs of high school drama on and off the stage. Of course, the question must then become: will viewers ever get the chance to see a rendition of Tony-award winning Hamilton?
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