Jersey Boys to Release a Christmas Album
October 4, 2011
Face it – you’ve heard enough Mannheim Steamroller. The Trans-Siberian Orchestra just isn’t doing it for you anymore. Thankfully, those who enjoy complementing their holiday season with beloved Christmas tunes can revel in the knowledge that the cast of Broadway’s Jersey Boys is releasing
‘Lion King’ Stages Performance for Autism
October 4, 2011
In an amazing gesture of compassion, the Theatre Development Fund, or TDF, recently performed an autism-friendly version of the beloved movie and staged musical, “The Lion King.” For the past 43 years, the Theatre Development Fund has designed or adapted theatre programs for children
‘Phantom of the Opera’ Celebrates 25 Years in Cinemas This Week
October 1, 2011
In order to properly celebrate the 25th anniversary of one of musical theatre’s most influential masterworks, cinemas around the globe are screening a Royal Albert Hall production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “The Phantom of the Opera.” When you start to crunch the numbers involved
‘Ghost’ Launches April 23 at Lunt-Fontanne Theatre
September 29, 2011
Apparently, the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway is the official home of all things spiritual. First, there was “The Addams Family”. Next in the lineup? “Ghost” – a staged rendition of the popular 1990 movie starring Whoopie Goldberg, Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore. The creative
‘X-Factor’s’ Shayne Ward Becomes Stacee Jaxx in West End ‘Rock of Ages’
September 29, 2011
Shayne Ward, the 2005 winner of Britain’s perennial favorite, “The X Factor,” has recently signed on to the upcoming West End production of “Rock of Ages.” Outside of “The X-Factor,” you may recognize Shayne from his wildly popular album releases, “Shayne Ward,” “Breathless” and
‘The Addams Family’ Closes December 31, Brooke Shields Extends Run
September 28, 2011
Fans of Broadway’s ‘The Addams Family’ got a dose of good news, bad news this week. Brooke Shields will be extending her run as Morticia on the show through the end of the year. Previously, she was due ot wrap her run October 30.
Dethroned Julie Taymor Stands Behind ‘Spider-man’ Work
September 27, 2011
Never mind the fact that “Spider Man: Turn Off the Dark” went through more preview showings than most Broadway productions have official performances. Never mind the fact that multiple cast members were injured. Never mind the fact that audiences left with lukewarm opinions. Never
‘Follies’ Broadway Revival Extended Till January 22
September 26, 2011
There’s no doubting that Stephen Sondheim is a genius when it comes to writing musicals. It has recently been announced that the recent revival of Sondheim’s 1971 classic, “Follies,” will continue its performances at Broadway’s Marquis Theater past its original closing date of January
Glee Season 3 Premiere Recap
September 23, 2011
Drama! Intrigue! New love! Old grudges! Who knew that Glee’s Season 3 Premiere would pack such punch!? For those of you who’ve followed the show, the first episode of Season 3 was a must-see event. For everyone else….well, you probably don’t care at all.
‘Wicked’ Tour Stars Jackie Burns, Chandra Lee Schwartz Join Broadway Production
September 23, 2011
It has recently been announced that Jackie Burns and Chandra Lee Schwartz, touring “Wicked” veterans, will join the official cast of Broadway’s very own original production. Burns and Schwartz will assume the roles of Elphaba and Glinda, switching out for the current actresses, Teal
