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Wednesday, February 15, 2017

Hear Hamilton Stars Sing a Lin-Manuel Miranda Song Cut From Moana by Robert Viagas

“Warrior Face” is performed by Christopher Jackson and Phillipa Soo.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

Guest Stars Announced for New York Pops Concert Honoring Kelli O’Hara and Bartlett Sher by Robert Viagas

Danny Burstein, Ruthie Ann Miles, and Laura Osnes are among those who will perform at Carnegie Hall..

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:21PM
Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Harvey Lichtenstein, Who Gave BAM a Second Life, Has Died at 87 by Robert Viagas

He oversaw the renovation of the Fort Greene landmark in the 1970s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:07PM

Female-Driven Musical Theatre Company Announces Inaugural Season by Robert Viagas

9 to 5 and the Chicago premiere of Lizzie are planned.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

Theatre Hall of Famer Michael Kahn Announces Retirement from Shakespeare Theatre Company by Robert Viagas

He has been artistic director of the Washington, D.C., company since its founding in 1986.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:49PM

With You: Watch New Yorkers Sing Aladdin’s Love Song for Valentine’s Day by Robert Viagas

Couples sing “A Whole New World” at NYC landmarks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:56AM
Monday, February 13, 2017

NY Times Responds to Producer’s Complaint About Big River Review by Robert Viagas

In a letter to the Times drama editor, City Center Encores! Artistic Director Jack Viertel took issue with a notice for the musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:53PM

Disney on Broadway Launches New Podcast Series With Newsies by Robert Viagas

The six-part pilot series begins February 13.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:24PM

New Owners of Big Apple Circus Plan to Raise the Big Top Again by Robert Viagas

The decades-old non-profit has found a buyer for its name and equipment.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:15PM

Watch Tony Winner Frances Ruffelle in the New London Wild Party by Robert Viagas

The 2000 Michael John LaChiusa musical begins previews February 13.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:33AM

Watch Tony Winner Frances Ruffelle Sing From the New London Wild Party by Robert Viagas

The 2000 Michael John LaChiusa musical begins previews February 13.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:33AM
Sunday, February 12, 2017

Adam Jacobs Plays Title Role of Broadway’s Aladdin for the Last Time Feb. 12 by Robert Viagas

He will headline the upcoming North American tour of the Disney musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Saturday, February 11, 2017

Radio City Music Hall’s New York Spectacular Will Take a Year Off by Robert Viagas

However the Rockettes will appear on the 2017 Tony Awards broadcast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:01AM

Musical in Mufti Revives Berlin to Broadway with Kurt Weill Revue Feb. 11 by Robert Viagas

Rachel de Benedet among the performers to be featured in the Off-Broadway cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Jake Gyllenhaal Sunday in the Park With George Begins Previews Feb. 11 by Robert Viagas

Co-starring Annaleigh Ashford, the Broadway production relights the refurbished Hudson Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Friday, February 10, 2017

Smoky Fire Quickly Extinguished at Broadway’s Lyceum Theatre by Robert Viagas

An electrical fire damaged a wall in the mezzanine of the Broadway house.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:41PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda Will Perform Moana Song at the Academy Awards by Robert Viagas

He‘s hoping to add an Oscar to his Tonys, Emmy, Grammys, and Pulitzer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:59PM

Upcoming Broadway Musical Come From Away Records Its Cast Album by Robert Viagas

Performances of the new musical begin February 18 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM

See Andrew Lloyd Webber With Leads of His 4 Broadway Shows by Robert Viagas

It has been decades since a composer had four shows running simultaneously.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:44AM

Know a Great Theatre Teacher? Feb. 10 Is the Deadline for Theatre Education Award by Robert Viagas

The award will be given at the 2017 Tony Awards ceremony.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM
Thursday, February 9, 2017

See How the Critics Welcomed Glenn Close’s Sunset Boulevard Back to Broadway by Robert Viagas

Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber now has four shows running on Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:32PM

Who Would Lin-Manuel Miranda Cast in the In the Heights Film? by Robert Viagas

He said he may recreate his performance as Usnavi, but under one condition.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:17PM

Grey Gardens Mansion Goes on the Market for $20 Million by Robert Viagas

The house that gave its name to two movies and a musical could be yours.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:17AM

Snow Update: The Shows Will Go On by Robert Viagas

Storm Niko is forecast to drop up to 12 inches on New York City February 9.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM
Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Anne Bogart’s Chess Match No. 5, Inspired by John Cage, Sets Off-Broadway Bow by Robert Viagas

Abingdon Theatre Company is hosting the new play, based on Cage’s words.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:48PM

Broadway’s Newest—and Oldest—Theatre Relights With the Help of Two Stars by Robert Viagas

Jake Gyllenhaal and Annaleigh Ashford help cut the ribbon on the refurbished Hudson Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:01PM

Phantom of the Opera Sequel Announced for L.A. Pantages 2017–18 Season by Robert Viagas

Love Never Dies is just one of several musicals coming to the Pantages in the coming season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

Comedian Prof. Irwin Corey Dies at 102 by Robert Viagas

“The World’s Foremost Authority” was the master of double-talk.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:13AM
Tuesday, February 7, 2017

Cabaret National Tour Introduces New Sally Bowles and Emcee by Robert Viagas

Leigh Ann Larkin and Jon Peterson will join the company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:38PM

Great Comet Announces Broadway Cast Album by Robert Viagas

Fans are invited to take part in upcoming recording session February 13.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:06PM

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