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Monday, September 21, 2015

Famed Dancer Michael Flatley to Retire After 'Lord of the Dance: Dangerous Games' on Broadway by Ashley Lee

The hit London production will play a limited engagement from Nov. 7 through Jan. 3. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:21PM
Friday, September 18, 2015

'Amazing Grace' to Close on Broadway, Announces National Tour by Ashley Lee

The faith-based musical, which recounts the true story of the penitent slave trader who penned the world's most beloved hymn, will play its final performance in October.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:02AM
Thursday, September 10, 2015

'Hand to God' to Close on Broadway, Bound for London by Ashley Lee

The Tony-nominated show will play its last performance at the Booth Theatre in early Januart, ahead of its London run at the Vaudeville Theatre, beginning Feb. 5.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:08PM
Tuesday, September 8, 2015

'Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder' Laid to Rest on Broadway by Ashley Lee

The Tony-winning musical comedy starring Jefferson Mays and Bryce Pinkham will play until mid-January, but will soon start its national tour.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:16PM
Monday, September 7, 2015

Will 'Hedwig' Return as a Star-Launching Show? Taye Diggs, Composer Reflect on "Spiritual" Broadway Run (Q&A) by Ashley Lee

Before the final performance on Sept. 13, THR speaks with Diggs and Stephen Trask on how the repeatedly-extended revival inexplicably aligned with diverse casting onstage and transgender top…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:00AM
Monday, August 31, 2015

'SpongeBob SquarePants' Musical to Splash Onto Broadway by Ashley Lee

The stage production based on the popular Nickelodeon animated series will include music by Steven Tyler, John Legend, Cyndi Lauper, T.I. and David Bowie.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:00PM
Saturday, August 29, 2015

'Amelie' Musical Star Previews Show's "Fantasy Feel" and "Vocal Fireworks" (Q&A) by Ashley Lee

"It seemed to me like something that would translate perfectly into a musical because of her moments of fantasy," Samantha Barks tells THR. "If you completely loved the film, you’re going …

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:30PM
Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Watch Jennifer Hudson Belt Out 'The Color Purple' Song Ahead of Broadway Debut by Ashley Lee

The singer-actress sings a new version of the title song alongside co-star Cynthia Erivo.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:31AM

Broadway Hit 'An Act of God' Commands L.A. Run With Sean Hayes by Ashley Lee

The irreverent comedy from former 'Daily Show' head writer David Javerbaum starred Jim Parsons during its Broadway summer premiere.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:01AM
Wednesday, August 19, 2015

Cirque du Soleil to Debut Its First Broadway Show by Ashley Lee

'Paramour,' which will begin performances at the Lyric Theatre in April, follows a beautiful young poet forced to choose between love and art.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:00AM
Friday, August 14, 2015

From 'James White' to 'John,' How Christopher Abbott Quietly Catches "Lightning In a Bottle" (Q&A) by Ashley Lee

Amidst two buzzy projects -- a hit Sundance drama and the latest Annie Baker-Sam Gold play -- the 'Girls' alum speaks with THR about staying hungry in Hollywood: "If you're in it for the rig…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:00AM
Thursday, August 13, 2015

It's Official: 'Waitress' Musical to Serve Broadway in Spring 2016 by Ashley Lee

Sara Bareilles makes her musical-theater debut as composer on the project.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:46PM
Wednesday, August 12, 2015

Radiohead's Thom Yorke to Compose for Broadway's 'Old Times' by Ashley Lee

Clive Owen will make his Broadway debut in the revival of Harold Pinter's unsettling stage drama.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:00AM
Monday, August 10, 2015

Ivo van Hove to Direct 'The Crucible' on Broadway by Ashley Lee

The revival will star Ben Whishaw, Sophie Okonedo, Saoirse Ronan and Ciarán Hinds, and feature an original score by Philip Glass.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:23PM
Friday, August 7, 2015

'Hamilton' Lauded by Stars at Opening for Changing the Face and Sound of Broadway by Ashley Lee

Sarah Jessica Parker, Samuel L. Jackson, Diane Sawyer, Charlie Rose, Busta Rhymes, Jason Bateman and Peter Dinklage gathered in NYC for the opening of Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:55PM
Thursday, August 6, 2015

What's All the Fuss About This New 'Hamilton' Show? 5 Things to Know by Ashley Lee

Here's why you should care about the Broadway musical that's got all of Hollywood and Washington abuzz.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:28PM
Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Adam McKay to Write 'Archie' Musical by Ashley Lee

The 'Anchorman' writer-director is teaming with Funny Or Die to create the comedic production.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:48AM
Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Frank Langella to Star in 'The Father' on Broadway by Ashley Lee

The dark comedy goes inside the mind of Andre, a retired dancer living with his adult daughter Anne and her husband.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:45PM
Thursday, July 30, 2015

Lupita Nyong'o to Make Her New York Stage Debut in 'Eclipsed' by Ashley Lee

The Oscar winner will star in the Public Theater's war drama this fall.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:29PM
Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Michael Shannon Joins Broadway's 'Long Day's Journey Into Night' by Ashley Lee

Jessica Lange, Gabriel Byrne and John Gallagher Jr. also make up the Tyrone family in Jonathan Kent's upcoming revival of the Eugene O'Neill play.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:00AM
Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Matthew Broderick Set for Broadway Revival of 'Sylvia' by Ashley Lee

He will hit the stage with Annaleigh Ashford, Julie White and Robert Sella in the new staging of A.R. Gurney's 1995 play about a midlife crisis and a life-altering dog.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:45PM

'Hamilton': Lin-Manuel Miranda Repeatedly Rewards Lottery Hopefuls With Unique Pre-Shows by Ashley Lee

The creator and star of Broadway’s buzziest musical innovates again with brief, daily performances like ‘Les Miserables’ Q&As and Beyonce ukulele covers.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:47AM
Friday, July 24, 2015

Mamie Gummer to Star in New Play 'Ugly Lies the Bone', Featuring Video Game Therapy by Ashley Lee

Lindsey Ferrentino's off-Broadway play, directed by Patricia McGregor, follows a newly discharged soldier who uses virtual reality to escape her post-war pain.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:48PM

Megan Hilty, Campbell Scott Join 'Noises Off' on Broadway by Ashley Lee

Tracee Chimo, Daniel Davis, David Furr, Kate Jennings Grant, Rob McClure and Jeremy Shamos round out the cast of the Jeremy Herrin-directed revival.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:39PM
Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Stephen Trask Developing 'King of Comedy' as Broadway Musical by Ashley Lee

'Rock of Ages' book writer Chris D'Arienzo has also signed on to adapt Martin Scorsese's 1982 film into a stage show for New Regency.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:49PM
Tuesday, July 21, 2015

How Colin Quinn Discusses Race Relations and Political Correctness Onstage by Ashley Lee

"Comedy is subjective, and it's offensive, it really is," the stand-up veteran said of the public's reaction to director Jerry Seinfeld's comments. "This is just people deciding these random…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:19PM

Oscar-Winning Actress Cast in 'Spring Awakening' Broadway Revival by Ashley Lee

Marlee Matlin, best known for her Oscar-winning turn in the 1986 film 'Children of a Lesser God', has joined the cast of the breakthough revival that will be performed simultaneously in Amer…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:40AM
Thursday, July 16, 2015

Rumer Willis Stepping Into Broadway's 'Chicago' by Ashley Lee

The actress and 'Dancing with the Stars' champ will make her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart, just before her father's play begins previews this fall.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:07PM
Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Watch Broadway Star Laura Benanti Sing About Phone Etiquette in Theaters: "What a Disgrace" by Ashley Lee

"Why would you want to be on your phone instead of watching mother f—ing Patti LuPone? She's right in front of your face, what a disgrace, not to mention all that money you wasted."read mo…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:19PM
Thursday, July 9, 2015

Broadway Star Patti LuPone Seizes Phone from Texting Audience Member, Threatens to Quit Theater by Ashley Lee

"I am so defeated by this issue that I seriously question whether I want to work on stage anymore. Now I’m putting battle gear on over my costume to marshal the audience as well as perform…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:49PM
Tuesday, July 7, 2015

James Bond Musical in the Works by Ashley Lee

The stage show will open on Broadway or in Las Vegas as early as 2017.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:11PM

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