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Katherine Hepburn to be Honored with 2010 Stamp
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 30, 2009


Legendary Actress Katharine Hepburn will be immortalized on a new series of postage stamps issued on May 12, 2010, as part of the Postal Service's Legends of Hollywood series.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Runs 11/27-12/6 At Whole Backstage Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2009


Directed by Denise and Mitch Resler, 'A Christmas Story', is Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s. 'A Christmas Story' follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Runs 11/27-12/6 At Whole Backstage Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2009


Directed by Denise and Mitch Resler, 'A Christmas Story', is Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s. 'A Christmas Story' follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas.

Special Holiday Engagement 'The Santaland Diaries' Opens at Florida Rep
by Beau Higgins - Dec 4, 2009


Florida Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce the opening of the thorny comedy, The Santaland Diaries as a Special Holiday Engagement running Dec. 10-31 in Florida Rep's NEW Studio Theatre. From the mind of satirist David Sedaris, this one-man tour-de-force stars Jason Parrish as David, a desperate, out of work writer in New York City who takes a job as an Elf in Macy's Santaland.

Photo Coverage: 2009 Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting!
by Monica Simoes - Dec 3, 2009


Last night, December 2, New York City residents and tourists enjoyed the 12th annual 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center,' featuring the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree, and star-studded talent performances. Co-hosted by NBC stars Jane Krakowski ('30 Rock') and Zachary Levi ('Chuck') and broadcast in high definition on NBC at 8pm EST, the star-studded tree lighting celebration will featured stars such as Michael Buble and Aretha Franklin, with a special appearance by Mayor Michael Bloomberg. BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the starry excitement.

Despite Rumors, Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony To Go Forth As Scheduled
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 2, 2009


Despite rumors of a National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians Union strike, the 12th annual 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' will be held tonight, as scheduled.

Rockefeller Christams Tree Lighting to be 'Grinched?': Labor Strike to Threaten Starry Event
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 1, 2009


NBC rolls out the holiday festivities on Wednesday, December 2 (8-9 p.m. ET/PT) with the 12th annual 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' telecast, featuring the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree, and star-studded talent performances. Co-hosted by NBC stars Jane Krakowski ('30 Rock') and Zachary Levi ('Chuck') and broadcast in high definition, the star-studded tree lighting celebration will feature Michael Buble, Aretha Franklin, Alicia Keys, Barry Manilow, The Roots, Shakira, and The Radio City Rockettes performing a mix of current hits and holiday classics from beautifully ornamented stages around Rockefeller Center in New York City.

Krakowski Rings in the Holiday Cheer; Hosts 12th Annual 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' Tree Lighting Celebration, 12/2
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2009


NBC rolls out the holiday festivities on Wednesday, December 2 (8-9 p.m. ET/PT) with the 12th annual 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' telecast, featuring the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree, and star-studded talent performances. Co-hosted by NBC stars Jane Krakowski ('30 Rock') and Zachary Levi ('Chuck') and broadcast in high definition, the star-studded tree lighting celebration will feature Michael Buble, Aretha Franklin, Alicia Keys, Barry Manilow, The Roots, Shakira, and The Radio City Rockettes performing a mix of current hits and holiday classics from beautifully ornamented stages around Rockefeller Center in New York City.

Muppets, Stewart & More Join Krakowski for NBC's 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' 12/2
by Eddie Varley - Nov 30, 2009


Jo Dee Messina, Rod Stewart, Rob Thomas, Stefania Fernandez (Miss Universe), Stormi Bree Henley (Miss Teen USA), and The Muppets will join NBC's star-studded lineup for the 12th annual 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' special on Wednesday, December 2 (8pm-9pmET). This dazzling display of musical talent and the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree during the 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' telecast will be co-hosted by NBC stars Jane Krakowski ('30 Rock') and Zachary Levi ('Chuck') and broadcast in high definition. This holiday tree lighting celebration will also feature Michael Bubl, Aretha Franklin, Jose Feliciano, Alicia Keys, Barry Manilow, The Roots, Shakira, and The Radio City Rockettes performing a mix of current hits and holiday classics from beautifully ornamented stages around Rockefeller Center in New York City.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Runs 11/27-12/6 At Whole Backstage Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 27, 2009


Directed by Denise and Mitch Resler, 'A Christmas Story', is Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s. 'A Christmas Story' follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Runs 11/27-12/6 At Whole Backstage Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 27, 2009


Directed by Denise and Mitch Resler, 'A Christmas Story', is Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s. 'A Christmas Story' follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Runs 11/27-12/6 At Whole Backstage Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 23, 2009


Directed by Denise and Mitch Resler, 'A Christmas Story', is Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s. 'A Christmas Story' follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas.

Krakowski Rings in the Holiday Cheer; Hosts 12th Annual 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' Tree Lighting Celebration Tonight, 12/2
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 23, 2009


NBC rolls out the holiday festivities on Wednesday, December 2 (8-9 p.m. ET/PT) with the 12th annual 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' telecast, featuring the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree, and star-studded talent performances. Co-hosted by NBC stars Jane Krakowski ('30 Rock') and Zachary Levi ('Chuck') and broadcast in high definition, the star-studded tree lighting celebration will feature Michael Buble, Aretha Franklin, Alicia Keys, Barry Manilow, The Roots, Shakira, and The Radio City Rockettes performing a mix of current hits and holiday classics from beautifully ornamented stages around Rockefeller Center in New York City.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Runs 11/27-12/6 At Whole Backstage Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 28, 2009


Directed by Denise and Mitch Resler, 'A Christmas Story', is Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s. 'A Christmas Story' follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas.

Streisand, Berlin, Bernstein and Spielberg To Be Honored in Philadelphia's "Only in America" Hall of Fame
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 21, 2009


The American Museum of Jewish History in Philadelphia will honor Barbara Streisand, Irvin Berlin, Leonard Bernstein and Steven Spielberg among 18 inductees into its 'Only in America' Hall of Fame, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Whole Backstage Theatre Announces ANNIE WARBUCKS 7/10-19 In Guntersville
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2009


Did you ever wonder what happened after 'Tomorrow'? The WHOLE BACKSTAGE THEATRE is proud to announce its summer musical, Annie Warbucks July 10th - 19th at the Whole Backstage Theatre in Guntersville , Alabama . The world's favorite orphan returns in the long-awaited sequel to the international smash hit 'Annie.' All the ingredients that made 'Annie' so successful are here once again, with an old-fashioned romance thrown in for good measure!

Whole Backstage Theatre Announces ANNIE WARBUCKS 7/10-19 In Guntersville
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 15, 2009


Did you ever wonder what happened after 'Tomorrow'? The WHOLE BACKSTAGE THEATRE is proud to announce its summer musical, Annie Warbucks July 10th - 19th at the Whole Backstage Theatre in Guntersville , Alabama . The world's favorite orphan returns in the long-awaited sequel to the international smash hit 'Annie.' All the ingredients that made 'Annie' so successful are here once again, with an old-fashioned romance thrown in for good measure!

Auditions For ANNIE WARBUCKS At Whole Backstage Held 3/27,28
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2009


Did you ever wonder what happened after 'Tomorrow'? The WHOLE BACKSTAGE THEATRE is proud to announce auditions for its summer musical, Annie Warbucks, March 27th and 28th at the Whole Backstage Theatre in Guntersville , Alabama . Picking up right where our record-breaking holiday production of Annie left off, 'Oliver ?Daddy' Warbucks' (Ken Patterson), a hard-nosed billionaire with a heart of gold, receives the troubling news that law requires he marry within sixty days, or his newly adopted daughter 'Annie' (Laura Kate Smith) will be returned to the orphanage.

Whole Backstage Theater Announces ANNIE WARBUCKS Auditions
by BWW News Desk - Mar 8, 2009


The WHOLE BACKSTAGE THEATRE is proud to announce auditions for it's summer musical, 'Annie Warbucks,' Friday March 6th at 6:30PM for adults and Saturday March 7th beginning with children's auditions at 10AM and following with adults and children at 2:00pm. Sunday, March 8th will be used for callbacks if needed. Picking up right where our record-breaking holiday production of 'Annie' left off, Oliver 'Daddy' Warbucks (Ken Patterson), a hard-nosed billionaire with a heart of gold, receives the troubling news that the law requires he marry within sixty days, or his newly adopted daughter (Laura Kate Smith) will be returned to the orphanage from which she came. It's then a race against time as Warbucks and his staff feverishly search for a bride, all while a stubborn Child Welfare Commissioner has her hand on the dial.

Auditions For ANNIE WARBUCKS At Whole Backstage Held 3/27,28
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 3, 2009


Did you ever wonder what happened after 'Tomorrow'? The WHOLE BACKSTAGE THEATRE is proud to announce auditions for its summer musical, Annie Warbucks, March 27th and 28th at the Whole Backstage Theatre in Guntersville , Alabama . Picking up right where our record-breaking holiday production of Annie left off, 'Oliver ?Daddy' Warbucks' (Ken Patterson), a hard-nosed billionaire with a heart of gold, receives the troubling news that law requires he marry within sixty days, or his newly adopted daughter 'Annie' (Laura Kate Smith) will be returned to the orphanage.

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