All stories by Robert Viagas on BroadwayStars

Monday, June 19, 2017

Ford & Cryer’s Rarely Seen Musical Shelter Getting a Concert Performance by Robert Viagas

The 1973 musical predicted people being obsessed with their computers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:55PM

Brenda Braxton and Daisy Eagan to Launch Weekly Villain: DeBlanks Comedy Series by Robert Viagas

The Green Room 42 will host the Wednesday night summer series with a rotating cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM

Fran Drescher and Friends Setting Sail for NYC Concert Cruise June 19 by Robert Viagas

The star of TV’s The Nanny and Broadway’s Cinderella will sing to fight cancer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Alice Ripley and Alex Brightman Headline June 19 Best of Broadway 2007–2016 Concert by Robert Viagas

The latest in the long-running Broadway by the Year series will salute Hamilton and other recent musicals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Sunday, June 18, 2017

Original Sweeney Todd Johanna Helps Ring in Father’s Day in NYC by Robert Viagas

Sarah Rice is the featured attraction in Richard Skipper Celebrates—which is going on summer hiatus.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Saturday, June 17, 2017

Joel Grey to Perform at Concert Tribute to Liza Minnelli June 17 by Robert Viagas

Pasadena Pops’ Broadway: The Golden Age is scheduled for the L.A. County Arboretum.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Divas on the Green to Feature Julie Halston, Liz Callaway, and Capathia Jenkins June 17 by Robert Viagas

Original versions of “Journey to the Past” and “Stop the Show” will be heard at the concert in Armonk, New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Friday, June 16, 2017

Exclusive: Charles Busch Plans to Reinvent His Cabaret Persona This Fall by Robert Viagas

The drag icon will emphasize “trouser” roles for his club appearances, starting in October.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:45PM

Singer Natalie Douglas Plans Sammy Davis Jr. Celebration by Robert Viagas

The July 31 concert will be part of Birdland’s new Tributes series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:25PM

Michael McElroy and Aisha De Hass Will Sing Jazz Versions of Broadway Favorites at Green Room 42 by Robert Viagas

In Transit composer Russ Kaplan plans Broadway Jazz Session July 9.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:53AM

Wayne Cilento, Judy Kaye, Carole Demas to Celebrate 100th Anniversary of the Broadhurst Theatre by Robert Viagas

Feinstein’s/54 Below will salute the home of the original Cabaret, Fiorello!, and Fosse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:46AM
Thursday, June 15, 2017

Wicked Stars Megan Hilty and Shoshana Bean Will Reunite for Seattle Concert for America by Robert Viagas

Kerry Butler and other Broadway names will sing at Fifth Avenue benefit for human rights organizations.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:00AM

Brian Stokes Mitchell, Lillias White, and Funkentine Rapture Coming to Feinstein’s/54 Below by Robert Viagas

See all the theatre-related events scheduled June 15–22 at the intimate venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Victory Dance Project Will Salute Chita Rivera’s ‘Vision’ June 15 by Robert Viagas

The two-time Tony winner will be honored with a dance program, From This Movement On.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Laura and Linda Benanti Will Play Encore Concert in October by Robert Viagas

The mother-daughter duo will bring The Story Goes On back to Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:05PM

Playwright A.R Gurney, Poet of a Vanishing America, Dead at 86 by Robert Viagas

The prolific author gave audiences Love Letters, Sylvia, and The Dining Room.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:58PM

Idina Menzel Launches U.K. Leg of World Concert Tour June 14 by Robert Viagas

She‘s headed for London, Glasgow, Manchester, and other cities.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Tuesday, June 13, 2017

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

Her solo show will be showcased at Feinstein’s/54 Below June 28

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:08PM

Brad Oscar and George Faison Will Be Unstoppable at Gay Pride Concert by Robert Viagas

Check out all the Pride events planned for the coming weeks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:44PM

Alice Ripley and Alex Brightman Join Best of Broadway 2007-2017 Concert by Robert Viagas

The latest in the long-running Broadway by the Year series will salute Hamilton and other recent musicals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:13PM

Divas on the Green to Feature Julie Halston, Liz Callaway, and Capathia Jenkins by Robert Viagas

Seth Rudetsky will host the June 17 concert in Armonk, NY.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:26AM

Oh, Hello Duo Returns to the New York Stage and Hits Netflix June 13 by Robert Viagas

They will appear in character at the 92nd Street Y the same day their TV special debuts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Brian Stokes Mitchell Will Be Playing With Music in His Feinstein’s/54 Below Debut by Robert Viagas

The Tony-winning actor will play the intimate NY nightclub June 13–24.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Angela Lansbury Hosts Irish Rep’s Sondheim Tribute June 13 by Robert Viagas

Melissa Errico, Len Cariou, and Rebecca Luker are also scheduled to perform.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Monday, June 12, 2017

Original Sweeney Todd Joanna To Ring in Father’s Day in NYC by Robert Viagas

Sarah Rice is the featured attraction in Richard Skipper Celebrates—which is going on hiatus.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:06PM

Original Sweeney Todd Johanna to Ring in Father’s Day in NYC by Robert Viagas

Sarah Rice is the featured attraction in Richard Skipper Celebrates—which is going on hiatus.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:06PM

Faith Prince, Kristin Chenoweth, and Baayork Lee Run Broadway Boot Camp June 12–16 by Robert Viagas

They’ll take part in the training program for teens in Chenoweth’s hometown.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:51AM

The Band’s Visit Composer Hosts Michael Cerveris at Feinstein’s/54 Below June 12 by Robert Viagas

David Yazbek talks to Playbill about the acclaimed show's transfer and his June 12 concert with the Fun Home Tony winner.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Liz Callaway and Karen Mason Cherish the Words of Promises Lyricist Hal David July 12 by Robert Viagas

They will join Dionne Warwick in the Magic Moments concert at the 92nd Street Y in NYC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Hamilton Star Joins Jason Robert Brown at SubCulture’s Post-Tony Extravaganza by Robert Viagas

The Greenwich Village club hosts the third annual event celebrating the past season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Sunday, June 11, 2017

How to Watch Tonight’s Tonys With Broadway’s Cady Huffman and Brad Oscar by Robert Viagas

The June 11 viewing party at Feinstein’s/54 Below will benefit BC/EFA.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM