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Monday, May 25, 2015

Michael Langham, Theater Director, Dies at 91 by Frank Nestor

Michael Langham, prominent director of North American theater, died Jan. 15 in Cranbrook, England. He contracted a chest infection before Christmas and never recovered, passing away at 91.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

'Spider-Man' Divides N.Y. Critics by Frank Nestor

By March, "Spider-Man" will have had the longest preview period in Broadway history. Critics now have to decide whether they should review ahead of the opening or wait two months while …

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

Costumer Theoni V. Aldredge Dies at 78 by Frank Nestor

Theoni V. Aldredge, award-winning costume designer of stage and film, has passed away in Stamford, Conn., at the age of 78.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

Avon Offering Singing Contest for Women by Frank Nestor

In celebration of its 125th Anniversary, Avon is launching Avon Voices, an online singing talent search for women.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

Learn from Broadway's Emerging Songwriters by Frank Nestor

This Monday night, 92YTribeca will present "Behind the Music-al," an exclusive peek at the next generation of musical theater composers.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

Learn from Broadway's Emerging Songwriters by Frank Nestor

This Monday night, 92YTribeca will present "Behind the Music-al," an exclusive peek at the next generation of musical theater composers.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

US/UK Theater Exchange Program Opens by Frank Nestor

On Jan. 28 the Old Vic, the London theater at which Kevin Spacey is now artistic director, will begin receiving applications for the 2011 TS Eliot US/UK Exchange program.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

Britain's Olivier Awards Nominate and Relaunch by Frank Nestor

The Society of London Theatre today announced the nominations for its 2011 Olivier Awards. "Love Never Dies," a sequel to "Phantom of the Opera," garnered the most nominations with seven.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

Free TKTS App Released for Android Users by Frank Nestor

Theatre Development Fund TDF, the not-for-profit organization that runs TKTS Discount booths, delivers its second contribution to the app world.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

Actress Anne Brownstone Dies at 87 by Frank Nestor

Film, television, and stage actor Anne Brownstone died peacefully Jan. 29 in Manhattan. She was 87.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

Georgia on Their Minds by Frank Nestor

By blending live theater, dance, music, multimedia, and video footage, this production explores the complex history of Milledgeville, which was Georgia's capital from 1804–1868.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

Lynne Soffer to Receive Equity Humanitarian Award by Frank Nestor

On Wednesday, Actors' Equity Association named actress Lynne Soffer as the winner of the 2011 Lucy Jordan Humanitarian Award.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM

Winners of the 2011 Olivier Awards Announced by Frank Nestor

"Legally Blonde—The Musical" was the big winner as the prizes for the 35th Laurence Olivier Awards were given last night in London's Theatre Royal, Drury Lane.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM
Tuesday, March 13, 2012

A Female Leading Player for 'Pippin'? by Frank Nestor

American Repertory Theater's new production of "Pippin" could have its Leading Player enacted by a woman.

SOURCE: Backstage at 12:55PM

Musicians to Protest Dance Company at Lincoln Center by Frank Nestor

The musicians union Local 802 will voice their disapproval of the Paul Taylor Dance Company's use of pre-recorded music.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:21AM
Monday, March 12, 2012

‘Wicked’ Number One Again, ‘Lion King’ and ‘Mormon’ Close Behind by Frank Nestor

While "Wicked" remains at the top of the box office, "Mormon" and "Lion King" continue to fight for the number two spot.

SOURCE: Backstage at 04:14AM

Is Carla Gugino the Jeremy Lin of Acting? by Frank Nestor

As "Linsanity" remains, one film producer is using the attention on Jeremy Lin to shine a spotlight on an actor: Carla Gugino.

SOURCE: Backstage at 02:12AM
Friday, March 9, 2012

'Glee's' Darren Criss is Spokesperson for Musical Contest by Frank Nestor

The Los Angeles Festival of New American Musicals has named "Glee" cast member Darren Criss as the spokesperson of its new competition.

SOURCE: Backstage at 12:46PM
Thursday, March 8, 2012

Steve Martin to Make Music for the Public's Shakespeare by Frank Nestor

Multi-hyphenate Steven Martin will compose original music for the Shakespeare in the Park production of "As You Like It."

SOURCE: Backstage at 03:49AM
Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Raven-Symoné to Star in Broadway's 'Sister Act' by Frank Nestor

Former Disney Channel and "Cosby" star Raven-Symoné will star in the lead role in the Broadway musical "Sister Act."

SOURCE: Backstage at 11:57AM
Tuesday, March 6, 2012

'Godspell' to Feature Broadway's First-Ever Audio Commentary by Frank Nestor

The musical "Godspell" will present Broadway's first creative-team audio commentary for free, featuring composer Stephen Schwartz.

SOURCE: Backstage at 01:38AM
Monday, March 5, 2012

VIDEO: Dustin Lance Black's Star-Studded '8' Reading by Frank Nestor

A reading of Dustin Lance Black's play "8," which featured Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Jane Lynch, and Chris Colfer, is available on YouTube.

SOURCE: Backstage at 12:48PM
Monday, February 27, 2012

'Wicked' Continues Its Box Office Reign Over 'Lion King' by Frank Nestor

The blockbuster musical "Wicked" remained the top grossing show on Broadway last week, beating out "The Lion King" and "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark."

SOURCE: Backstage at 06:13AM
Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Denis O'Hare, Lisa Peterson Discuss Creating 'An Iliad' by Frank Nestor

Denis O'Hare ("American Horror Story" and "True Blood") and director-writer Lisa Peterson on creating their one-man show "An Iliad."

SOURCE: Backstage at 10:00AM
Wednesday, February 8, 2012

'In the Heights' Creator Lin-Manuel Miranda Touts Hospital Exchange Program by Frank Nestor

The Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in the Bronx announced in January the launch of an initiative that allows artists of all disciplines to perform creative services to receive he…

SOURCE: Backstage at 04:36AM
Thursday, February 2, 2012

Queens and Brooklyn Production Facilities Provide Jobs to Entertainment Pros by Frank Nestor

According to the study, there are more than 150 sound stages in the outer boroughs. The studios are in Astoria, Bushwick, Greenpoint, Long Island City, Maspeth, and other areas near Newtow…

SOURCE: Backstage at 01:30AM
Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Paul Trueblood, Musical Director, Passes Away by Frank Nestor

Musical director and accompanist Paul Trueblood passed away on Jan. 16 in his hometown of Evansville, Ind., at the age of 76 after an illness of several months.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:38AM
Thursday, January 19, 2012

New York City Opera's Orchestra and Management Reach Agreement by Frank Nestor

New York City Opera's board of directors approved two separate labor contracts on Thursday, pushing a drawn-out labor dispute toward resolution.

SOURCE: Backstage at 06:17AM
Wednesday, January 18, 2012

TheaterWorks' 'The Motherf**ker With the Hat' Raises Casting Questions by Frank Nestor

The Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors also chastised the casting of non-Latino actors Ben Cole and Clea Alsip in the Hispanic-specific roles of Jackie and Veronica in the TheaterWorks …

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58AM
Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Actor Breaks Hand During Onstage Slap by Frank Nestor

What was supposed to be a fake slap became a real smack last weekend at the Huntington Theatre Company's production of "God of Carnage."

SOURCE: Backstage at 12:38PM
Monday, August 29, 2011

N.Y. Fringe Fest Names 'Yeast Nation' and 'The More Loving One' Among Its Winners by Frank Nestor

The New York International Fringe Festival announced the winners of its 2011 Overall Excellence Awards on Monday.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:03AM

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