All stories by Robert Viagas on BroadwayStars

Friday, July 7, 2017

Idina Menzel Resumes North American Tour July 7 by Robert Viagas

The Wicked and Frozen star is headed for Boston, Chicago, Toronto, Las Vegas, and other cities.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Thursday, July 6, 2017

Broadway’s Rising Stars Will Shine in July 10 Town Hall Concert by Robert Viagas

See who may be singing in the Tony-winning shows of tomorrow.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:58PM

Lucie Arnaz Promises ‘Music and Fun’ at Underground New York Pops Fundraiser by Robert Viagas

The star of Broadway‘s They’re Playing Our Song will perform with the orchestra in September.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM

Christine Andreas, Godspell, and Man of La Mancha Coming to Feinstein’s/54 Below July 6–13 by Robert Viagas

See all the theatre-related events scheduled this week at the intimate venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

David Alan Grier Hosts NYC Standup Gig July 6–8 by Robert Viagas

The three-time Tony Award nominee will appear at Caroline’s near Times Square.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Kerry Butler and Megan Hilty to Raise Their Voices in Seattle Concert for America by Robert Viagas

Sierra Boggess and other Broadway names will sing at the Fifth Avenue benefit for human rights organizations.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Wednesday, July 5, 2017

Stars Help You Hear Broadway’s Future Today in New Writers at 54 Series in NYC by Robert Viagas

Feinstein’s/54 Below is showcasing rising songwriters in midsummer concerts near Times Square.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:53PM

Understudies Will Get Their Turn in the Spotlight in At This Performance... by Robert Viagas

Actors from Dear Evan Hansen, Hamilton and Hello, Dolly! are among those who will perform.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:44PM

Betty Buckley and Elizabeth Ashley to Brighten Bay Street Theater’s Summer Gala by Robert Viagas

The July 15 event will be a highlight of the summer in Sag Harbor, Long Island.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:37AM
Monday, July 3, 2017

Strouse & Adams’ One-Performance Wonder Gets a Concert Performance in NYC by Robert Viagas

Major Attaway, Glory Crampton, and Jason Graae will sing the score to A Broadway Musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:30PM

The Skivvies Will Perform in Nantucket With Nick Adams by Robert Viagas

The scantily attired duo will perform at the Theatre Workshop July 17.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:03PM

Liz Callaway Sings the ’60s with The Beat Goes On July 25–29 by Robert Viagas

The singer-actor returns to Feinstein’s/54 Below for a summer of love.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:50PM

Mandy Gonzalez Rings in July 4 With Philly POPS by Robert Viagas

The Hamilton star will sing with the ensemble.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:57AM

Nancy Anderson Shares the Music That Makes Her Dance July 5 by Robert Viagas

The understudy for Glenn Close in Sunset Boulevard will sing Broadway standards at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

1776 Sung at Feinstein’s/54 Below July 3–4 by Robert Viagas

For the fourth year, the cabaret venue celebrates Independence Day with a concert staging of the musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Melissa Errico Lights Broadway Firecracker at Birdland July 3 by Robert Viagas

Her concert show features standards of the 1930s through the '50s.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Saturday, July 1, 2017

Michael Cerveris Kicks Off Broadway Concert Series in Provincetown July 1–2 by Robert Viagas

The popular vacation destination will see and hear top stage talent by the beach.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Friday, June 30, 2017

Baayork Lee Hits the Road in 4,000 NYC Taxis With Her Message of Diversity by Robert Viagas

The in-cab video is promotion for her National Asian Artists Project.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:49PM

Megan Hilty Announces London Concert Dates by Robert Viagas

The Tony-nominated star of Smash and 9 to 5 will sing at The Hippodrome.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:55AM
Thursday, June 29, 2017

Christine Andreas and Ana Gasteyer Warm Up for Pace University Concerts by Robert Viagas

They’ll be featured at the Schimmel Center in Manhattan in 2017–18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Great Writers Thank Their Lucky Stars Gala Will Give Thanks for Hal Prince by Robert Viagas

The Dramatists Guild Fund event is scheduled for November 6.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:47PM

Tony Winner Savion Glover to Christen Refurbished Hollywood Theatre July 15 by Robert Viagas

More details on the upcoming IGNITE@theFORD series at L.A.'s John Anson Ford Amphitheatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:47AM

1776, Jennifer DiNoia, and Doonesbury Coming to Feinstein’s/54 Below June 29–July 6 by Robert Viagas

See all the theatre-related events scheduled this week at the intimate venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Linda Eder Sings Career-Spanning Concert in NYC June 29 and 30 by Robert Viagas

The Jekyll & Hyde star will take the stage at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Wednesday, June 28, 2017

Violet Will Be the Centerpiece of Long Island Musical Theatre Festival by Robert Viagas

Young participants also plan a revue of songs by Jeanine Tesori at Heckscher Park.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:23PM

Jonathan Groff Comes to 92nd Street Y for 5 Performances by Robert Viagas

The Tony-nominated Spring Awakening and Hamilton actor will sing numbers associated with crooner Bobby Darin.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:40PM

Nancy Anderson Will Share the Music That Makes Her Dance in July by Robert Viagas

The understudy for Glenn Close in Sunset Boulevard will sing Broadway standards at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:58PM

Alex Newell, La Chanze, and J. Harrison Ghee Will Get Stage Fright in July by Robert Viagas

Check out the summer lineup for the weekly talk show at NYC's Therapy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:51PM

Megan Hilty Teases Upcoming London Concert by Robert Viagas

The Tony-nominated star of Smash and 9 to 5 will sing at Club 11.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:09AM

Brenda Braxton Hosts June 28 Villain: DeBlanks Murder Mystery by Robert Viagas

NYC’s The Green Room 42 hosts the Wednesday night summer series with a rotating cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Spring Awakening Star Alexandra Socha Traces Her Life and Struggles in Finding Home June 28 by Robert Viagas

The Spring Awakening and Red Oaks star’s solo show gets a showcase at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM