Drama Desk Nominations Announced
by BWW News Desk - Apr 28, 2008
Nominations for the 53rd Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced this morning at the New York Friars Club. 'A Catered Affair' led the way with 12 nominations.
'Happy Days' Are Yours And Mine At Goodspeed
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2008
Goodspeed Musicals, the only two time Tony Award winning theatre in the country, presents Happy Days: A New Musical. This tuneful musical comedy comes to the Goodspeed after a sold out run last summer at the Goodspeed's smaller musical performance space. The full scale musical celebration of 50's nostalgia begins April 11th and runs through June 29, 2008
The Resurgence of Paper Mill: From the Perfect Storm to the Perfect Formula
by Eugene Lovendusky - Mar 8, 2008
Paper Mill Playhouse, the 70-year-old regional theater in Millburn, New Jersey nearly closed its doors a year ago due to a financial crisis. Today, Paper Mill Playhouse is making a come-back as incredible as the New York Giants in the recent Super Bowl. Although the theatre still needs additional contributed support, Paper Mill Playhouse is seeing an all-around resurgence.
Martsolf & Burkhardt Join Reprise! 'Li'l Abner'
by BWW News Desk - Jan 18, 2008
Reprise! is announcing casting for Li'l Abner - Eric Martsolf will play Abner and Brandi Lynn Burkhardt will play Daisy Mae. They join the previously announced Cathy Rigby (Mammy Yokum) and Fred Willard (Senator Bullmoose). The cast also includes John Ganun as Earthquake McGoon, Michael Kostroff as Marryin' Sam, and Robert Towers as Pappy Yokum.
Charm City Call Board: January 2 - 7
by James Howard - Jan 2, 2008
Happy New Year! News of Spotlighters, QuestFest, Run of the Mill, FPCT, more! Plus! Job openings and audition notices!
Annaleigh Ashford: Bubble-Bound
by Eugene Lovendusky - Oct 7, 2007
Annaleigh Ashford made her Broadway debut as Margot in the Tony Award-nominated musical Legally Blonde. Prior to this engagement, she was a bright 20-year-old spinning in a grandiose green dress on-stage in the first national tour ensemble of Wicked. Some nights on the road, she would cover the role of Glinda, The Good. But beginning Tuesday, October 9, 2007, Annaleigh returns to the legendary bubble, assuming the role on Broadway! Annaleigh discusses her transition from one thrilling moment in her early performing career to another…
Penny Marshall Stars in 'Sheldon & Mrs. Levine' at Falcon
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2007
The Falcon Theatre is thrilled to present Penny Marshall in the comedy, Sheldon & Mrs. Levine, written by Sam Bobrick and Julie Stein, directed by John Bowab. Marshall, famed actress and director, stars as the overbearing mother, with Desmond Harrington as her put-upon son, in the second production in Falcon Theatre's 2007-2008 all-comedy subscription season.
Cast Annouced for 'Happy Days' at Papermill, Begins 9/26
by BWW News Desk - Sep 21, 2007
Paper Mill Playhouse (Millburn, NJ) announces its mainstage production of Happy Days: A New Musical, based on the hit Paramount Pictures television series created by Garry Marshall who also wrote the book, with music and lyrics by Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe-winning Hall of Fame songwriter Paul Williams.
Waning Days of Summer in Maine 'On Golden Pond'
by Nancy Grossman - Aug 30, 2007
Historic theatre hosts 8th Annual Deertrees Theatre Festival, bringing award-winning Broadway drama and Equity casts to the Pine Tree State. John Cariani's 'Almost, Maine' concludes the four-week event over Labor Day weekend.
NYMF 2007 Announces Complete Schedule
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2007
The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF), now in its fourth year, is a three-week event in NYC that has premiered over 90 musicals in its first three years, becoming the largest musical theatre event in America. Tickets for NYMF productions are available at www.nymf.org or by calling 212-352-3101. This year's Festival will run from September 17 through October 7 with the following schedule of events...
Finley, Etc. Set for 'Happy Days' Musical at Paper Mill
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2007
Paper Mill Playhouse has announced its mainstage production of Happy Days: A New Musical, based on the hit Paramount Pictures television series created by Garry Marshall who also wrote the book, with music and lyrics by Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe-winning Hall of Fame songwriter Paul Williams
Paper Mill Playhouse Announces '07/'08 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2007
Paper Mill Playhouse, during its 2007-2008 season, will explore six outstanding titles with intergenerational appeal - some new to the Paper Mill stage and some returning favorites.
Cabrillo Presents 'Beauty and the Beast'
by James Sims - May 23, 2007
Just as the long-running Disney musical Beauty and the Beast comes to a close on Broadway, now in its 13th year, Cabrillo Music Theatre announces the family-friendly musical will round out its 2007 season beginning July 27 at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza's Countrywide Performing Arts Center...
Spring (Awakening) Fever: An Interview with Jonathan Groff
by Robert Diamond - Jan 25, 2007
Lately, it's been Spring (Awakening) Fever on Broadway with audiences, fans and celebrities coming to see the new show - not to mention that it has received the best reviews of any musical so far for the 2006/2007 theatre season. I checked in with another of the show's talented young stars - Jonathan Groff, who plays the role of Melchior in Spring Awakening.
Henry Winkler to Star as Hook in London Peter Pan Panto
by BWW News Desk - Sep 20, 2006
Henry Winkler, the 'Happy Days' star who last appeared on Broadway in The Dinner Party, has taken on the role of swashbuckling villain Captain Hook in a London holiday pantomime of Peter Pan.
30 Days of NYMF Day 5: Alive in the World
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2006
Paul Scott Goodman talks about the origins of his new musical Alive in the World, which will be seen at the New York Musical Theatre Festival