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Martha Wash and PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Record for 'Carols for a Cure'; Full Track List Revealed!
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 28, 2011


Martha Wash lends her powerful voice, recording with the cast of Pricilla, Queen of the Desert for the 2011 Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Vol. 13. The track, entitled "Light It Up!" was written especially for this recording by Jason Michael Webb and Lelund Durond Thompson.

Adam Jacobs to Take on Simba in THE LION KING, 8/29
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 29, 2011


Broadway's landmark musical event THE LION KING is pleased to welcome ADAM JACOBS as Simba, beginning performances the week of August 29. Jacobs, who most recently starred in the title role of the world premiere of Aladdin at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, previously played the role of Simba on national tour. Clifton Oliver played his final performance as Simba on Friday, August 26. Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions, THE LION KING is playing at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street). For tickets, show information and performance schedule, call Ticketmaster's Disney on Broadway hotline at 866-870-2717 or visit online, LionKing.com.

THE LION KING Welcomes Clifton Oliver As Simba Tonight
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 13, 2011


Broadway's landmark musical event THE LION KING is pleased to welcome CLIFTON OLIVER as Simba, tonight, Friday, May 13.

Photo Flash: Ensler & More Celebrate Music-Theatre Group's 40th Anniversary
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 13, 2011


In celebration of the company's 40th Anniversary, The Music-Theatre Group (Diane Wondisford, Producing Director) presented 'Music-Theatre Jam,' a one-time-only happening featuring a treasure-trove of material from their past productions on April 9th in DUMBO.

Music Theatre Group Hosts Music-Theatre Jam In DUMBO 4/9
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2011


In celebration of the company's 40th Anniversary, The Music-Theatre Group (Diane Wondisford, Producing Director) has announced plans for their "Music-Theatre Jam," a one-time-only happening featuring a treasure-trove of material from their past productions, to take place on Saturday, April 9th at 10 Jay Street, 9th Floor in DUMBO at 6:00 p.m.

THE LION KING Welcomes New Young Lions to the Pridelands
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 30, 2011


Broadway's landmark musical event THE LION KING is pleased to welcome JUDAH BELLAMY as 'Young Simba' and SHAYLIN BECTON as 'Young Nala' to the company. Bellamy and Becton made their Broadway debuts last night.

Music Theatre Group Hosts Music-Theatre Jam In DUMBO 4/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 23, 2011


In celebration of the company's 40th Anniversary, The Music-Theatre Group (Diane Wondisford, Producing Director) has announced plans for their "Music-Theatre Jam," a one-time-only happening featuring a treasure-trove of material from their past productions, to take place on Saturday, April 9th at 10 Jay Street, 9th Floor in DUMBO at 6:00 p.m.

Photo Coverage: 'Sir Tim Rice & Friends' at Times Talks
by Walter McBride - Jan 9, 2011


'Sir Tim Rice & Friends,' a salute to the Disney on Broadway songbook was held on Friday, January 7 and hosted by Oscar and Tony Award-winning lyricist Tim Rice. All seven of the accomplished performers are veterans of one or more Disney Theatrical Productions' Broadway shows.

Josh Strickland Joins Brown et al. in 'Tim Rice & Friends' Benefit, 1/7
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 28, 2010


Josh Strickland, currently starring in PEEPSHOW and 'Holly's World' on E!, will join the cast of Broadway performers for 'Sir Tim Rice & Friends,' a salute to the Disney on Broadway songbook hosted by Oscar and Tony Award-winning lyricist Tim Rice. Josh, the original star of Tarzan on Broadway, will join six other accomplished performers who are veterans of one or more Disney Theatrical Productions' Broadway shows.

Brown, Jackson, Blickenstaff & More Lead 'Tim Rice & Friends' Disney Tribute, 1/7
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 22, 2010


DISNEY THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS today announced the cast of Broadway performers for 'Sir Tim Rice & Friends,' a salute to the Disney on Broadway songbook hosted by Oscar and Tony Award-winning lyricist TIM RICE. All seven of the accomplished performers are veterans of one or more Disney Theatrical Productions' Broadway shows.

THE LION KING Celebrates 13 Years On Broadway 11/13
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2010


Disney's landmark musical event, THE LION KING celebrates 13 years on Broadway on Saturday, November 13th at the Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street, NYC).

THE LION KING Celebrates 13 Years On Broadway 11/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 12, 2010


Disney's landmark musical event, THE LION KING celebrates 13 years on Broadway on Saturday, November 13th at the Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street, NYC).

Alton Fitzgerald White Presents Benefit Concert for Lion King's Shannon Tavarez, 12/13
by Lauren Wolman - Oct 24, 2010


October 13th 2010 - The Just A Piano Concert Series presents Broadway's ALTON FITZGERALD WHITE in a HOLIDAY BENEFIT for The Lion King's SHANNON TAVAREZ. White's Pianist/Musical Director is DOYLE NEWMYER with Special Guest, The Color Purple's YOLANDA WYNS.

Photo Flash: THE LION KING Welcomes New Cast Members
by Charlie Piane - Jun 17, 2010


Broadway's landmark musical event THE LION KING recently welcomed to the company: GARETH SAXE as the evil and power-hungry lion Scar; ALTON FITZGERALD WHITE as Mufasa, the great lion warrior and ruler of the Pridelands; CAMERON POW as the prim and proper hornbilled bird Zazu; BEN JEFFREY as the carefree warthog Pumbaa; FRED BERMAN as the wisecracking meerkat Timon; and CHAUNTEÉ SCHULER as the loyal lioness Nala. Jeffrey, Berman and Schuler will mark their Broadway debut with The Lion King. Produced by Thomas Schumacher of Disney Theatrical Productions, THE LION KING is currently playing at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street).

THE LION KING Welcomes New Principals To The Company As Of 6/15
by BWW News Desk - Jun 15, 2010


Broadway's landmark musical event THE LION KING is pleased to welcome to the company beginning Tuesday, June 15: GARETH SAXE as the evil and power-hungry lion Scar; ALTON FITZGERALD WHITE as Mufasa, the great lion warrior and ruler of the Pridelands; CAMERON POW as the prim and proper hornbilled bird Zazu; BEN JEFFREY as the carefree warthog Pumbaa; FRED BERMAN as the wisecracking meerkat Timon; and CHAUNTEÉ SCHULER as the loyal lioness Nala.

THE LION KING Welcomes New Principals To The Company As Of 6/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 4, 2010


Broadway's landmark musical event THE LION KING is pleased to welcome to the company beginning Tuesday, June 15: GARETH SAXE as the evil and power-hungry lion Scar; ALTON FITZGERALD WHITE as Mufasa, the great lion warrior and ruler of the Pridelands; CAMERON POW as the prim and proper hornbilled bird Zazu; BEN JEFFREY as the carefree warthog Pumbaa; FRED BERMAN as the wisecracking meerkat Timon; and CHAUNTEÉ SCHULER as the loyal lioness Nala.

Stratford and Toronto Theatre Star Lindsay Thomas Passes Away at 31
by Kelly Cameron - Feb 5, 2010


Lindsay Thomas, Stratford veteran and 'Francine' in the Original Canadian Cast of Jersey Boys, passed away Wednesday February 3rd after a courageous battle with lung cancer. She left behind a great legacy of wonderful theatre performances and friendships, as has become evident in the outpouring of support shown over the last few days.

LION KING'S Alton White Presents Two Charity Benefit Concerts at Liberace Museum Cabaret Showroom, 12/4
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2009


Alton Fitzgerald White, who currently plays the starring role of Mufasa in Disney's 'Lion King' at Mandalay Bay, will present an evening of holiday music with two charity benefit concerts on Friday, Dec. 4 at the intimate Cabaret Showroom at the Liberace Museum, 1775 E. Tropicana Ave. at Spencer. White is donating all proceeds from ticket sales to benefit the Cabaret Fund for the non-profit Liberace Foundation & Museum

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Devin Richards of 'Finian's Rainbow'
by Adrienne Onofri - Dec 1, 2009


As friend and costar Audra McDonald has said, Devin's booming bass voice has anchored many B'way ensembles--11 of them, to be precise.

LION KING'S Alton White Presents Two Charity Benefit Concerts at Liberace Museum Cabaret Showroom, 12/4
by Alexandra Johnson - Nov 20, 2009


Alton Fitzgerald White, who currently plays the starring role of Mufasa in Disney's 'Lion King' at Mandalay Bay, will present an evening of holiday music with two charity benefit concerts on Friday, Dec. 4 at the intimate Cabaret Showroom at the Liberace Museum, 1775 E. Tropicana Ave. at Spencer. White is donating all proceeds from ticket sales to benefit the Cabaret Fund for the non-profit Liberace Foundation & Museum

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