The Strangers of 'Passing Strange' Part 1
by Eugene Lovendusky - Feb 10, 2008
The new musical Passing Strange is truly bringing something 'strange' to today's world of musical theatre... originality. Shaped out of personal life experiences, 'Passing Strange' utters a refreshing sound for the streets of Broadway. The cast dive-into their eclectic mix of characters and the roots of this adventurous new musical which seeks 'the real.'
Nicholas J. Coleman Creates a Special Kind of Silence
by Joseph F. Panarello - Jan 27, 2008
When an audience is sitting in an intimate theater and watching a two-character play, the only way to gauge their appreciation is by the quality of the silence between the bon mots that are scattered throughout the text. Such is the case at New York's Theater For A New City, where Matt Morillo's new play All Aboard The Marriage Hearse is the current attraction.
Photo Flash: Wicked Day in London Oct.28
by BWW - Nov 2, 2007
The record breaking West End musical Wicked, held its second Halloween 'Wicked Day' on Sunday, October 28 between 11AM - 4PM at London's newest shopping venue, Cardinal Place, right in the heart of Victoria.
Betty Buckley 1967- It Was a Very Good Year
by Robert Diamond - Oct 15, 2007
Well, imagine my surprise when I opened my mailbox and not only did I receive a copy of the new Betty Buckley CD, Betty Buckley 1967 (being released on Playbill Records, a joint-venture partnership with SONY BMG Masterworks Broadway), BUT accompanying it, was a 12 inch LP, in all of its HI-FI 'MONO' glory.
Laurel Mill's "Into the Woods" a Pleasant Journey
by James Howard - Apr 29, 2007
WHO: Laurel Mill Playhouse WHAT: Into the Woods WHEN: Through May 6. Fri-Sat at 8PM, Sat and Sun at 2PM HOWMUCH: $15 general, $12 students and seniors. CONTACT: www.laurelmillplayhouse.org or 301-617-9906
BWW Exclusive: A Comedian At The Oscars Demo Recording
by BWW News Desk - Mar 2, 2007
BroadwayWorld.com is pleased to bring you this demo recording of 'A Comedian At The Oscars' performed by Marc Shaiman. Last week during the big night in Hollywood, Shaiman played piano while Will Ferrell, Jack Black and John C. Reilly kept the crowd in stitches at the beginning of the telecast. Enjoy this exclusive 'behind the scenes' recording featuring music by Marc Shaiman; Lyrics by Judd Apatow, Adam McKay and Marc Shaiman. The song will begin automatically and a copy of the lyrics are below - so feel free to sing along!
Broadway Bullet Interview: The Last Word
by Michael Gilboe - Feb 21, 2007
This week Broadway Bullet interviews Playwright Oren Safdie and Director, Alex Lippard, of the new play 'The Last Word'. 'The Last Word' is the story of a Holocaust survivor, who after a successful career in advertising, has decided he wants to fulfill his dream of becoming a playwright. In the process he engages the help of an NYU student, and together they come to terms with the past and present. The play stars Daniel J. Travanti ('Hill Street Blues') and Adam Green.
Tobys' "Wonderful Life" a Holiday Treat
by James Howard - Dec 5, 2006
WHO: Toby's Dinner Theatre of Baltimore WHAT: It's a Wonderful Life: The Musical WHEN: Through January 14th, Thurs - Sun, with select Weds and Thurs matinees HOW MUCH: Prices vary. Go to www.tobysdinnertheatre.com
Everything's Coming Up Patti: A Review of Ravinia's Gypsy
by Joseph F. Panarello - Aug 14, 2006
For many years the theater community wondered why Tony Award wining actress Patti LuPone had never been cast as Mama Rose in the various revivals of the legendary musical GYPSY...Finally, the part and the actress were brought together at Ravinia's Music Festival and the results surpassed expectations
A Story of Iraqi Women, With a Common Humanity
by Micaela Baranello - Feb 13, 2006
The Wilma Theater puts its usual high production values in the service of Heather Raffo's heartbreaking 'Nine Parts of Desire,' starring the remarkable Jacqueline Antaramian.
'The History Boys' Begins Previews For Limited Engagement On
by BWW News Desk - Oct 17, 2005
The National Theatre of Great Britain's production of Alan Bennett's THE HISTORY BOYS, will open on Sunday, April 23, 2006 on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street) with the National's acting company for a 20-week limited engagement.
Mary Stuart Masterson Stars in The Scottish Play September 19 - November 2
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2005
Red Bull Theater, Artistic Director Jesse Berger, the company that brought us the critical smash hit of Shakespeare's Pericles in 2003, announces their fall season with the return of Revelation Readings, a popular reading series exploring new plays of heightened language and neglected Jacobean plays.
Photo Coverage: Stars in the Alley Concert
by Ben Strothmann - Jun 2, 2005
Stars in the Alley, the annual outdoor concert that features the stars of some of Broadway's most popular musicals took place on June 1 in Shubert Alley