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Monday, April 29, 2013

Check Out Lea Michele, Sarah Jessica Parker & More in Glee’s Beautiful ‘At the Ballet’ by Josh Ferri

Glee had its best episode of the spring on April 25. Earning an almost-impossible “A” on Broadway.com’s Glee Report Card, “Lights Out” featured several stellar,…

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Kelly McAndrew, Mad Men’s Talia Balsam, Zoe Perry & More Set for Atlantic Theater’s Good Television by Josh Ferri

Mad Men and Homeland star Talia Balsam, Zoe Perry (Broadway’s The Other Place) and Kelly McAndrew (Cat on a Hot Tin Roof) will lead the ensemble cast of Rod McLachlan’s new play …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:36PM

Weekend Poll Top Three: Fans Name Dogfight Their Favorite New Off-Broadway Musical of the Year by Josh Ferri

With the Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards just days away, fans are voting like mad for their favorite Broadway shows, actors and more. This weekend, we also gave the fans the chance to sh…

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Kinky Boots' Annaleigh Ashford on Cyndi Lauper, Her Fast Theatrical Rise & Not Being a Bridezilla by Josh Ferri

Annaleigh Ashford made a memorable Broadway debut in 2007 as ditzy sorority sister Margot in Legally Blonde. In the six years since then, Ashford has become one of NYC's most dependable …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:09PM

Tony-Nominated Producer Roy Miller Dies at Age 52 by Josh Ferri

Three-time Tony-nominated producer Roy Miller, who was most recently represented on Broadway with the holiday hit A Christmas Story, died on April 28, 2013, following a short illness. H…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:18AM

Hands on a Hardbody and Giant Lead Drama Desk Nominations; Complete List Announced by Josh Ferri

Nominations for the 2013 Drama Desk Awards were announced on April 29, and the short-lived Broadway musical Hands on a Hardbody and the Public Theater's off-Broadway staging of …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:13AM

What’s Up, Doc? Love Therapy, Starring Alison Fraser, Opens Off-Broadway by Josh Ferri

The new off-Broadway comedy Love Therapy, starring two-time Tony Award nominee Alison Fraser, opens on April 29 at off-Broadway’s DR2 Theatre. Penned by Wendy Beckett and directed b…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:38AM
Sunday, April 28, 2013

Curious Incident Wins Seven Olivier Awards; Top Hat Nabs Best New Musical by Josh Ferri

The 37th annual Olivier Awards, the top honor for London theater, were announced on April 28 at London's Royal Opera House. Hosted by two-time Olivier Award winner Sheridan Smith (Legall…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:21PM
Friday, April 26, 2013

Jonathan Groff to Play Taylor Kitsch's Lover in The Normal Heart Film; Tony Winner Joe Mantello Joins Cast by Josh Ferri

Broadway.com Audience Choice Award winner Jonathan Groff is the latest addition to director Ryan Murphy’s star-studded film adaptation of Larry Kramer's The Normal Heart, …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:14PM

It Takes Two! Johnny Depp May Join Meryl Streep for Big Screen Adaptation of Into the Woods by Josh Ferri

Johnny Depp is in talks to star as the Baker in Rob Marshall’s film adaptation of the Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine musical Into the Woods, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Dep…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:43PM

Kyle Dean Massey, Colin Hanlon, Josh Segarra & More Set for Pre-Broadway Brave New World Workshop by Josh Ferri

It’s not only a brave new world, it’s a hunky one. Main Stem faves Kyle Dean Massey (Wicked, Next to Normal), Colin Hanlon (Rent) and Josh Segarra (Dogfight, Lysistrata Jones) ar…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:02PM

Former Phantom Kevin Gray Will Get a Public Memorial at the Majestic Theatre by Josh Ferri

The Phantom of the Opera alum Kevin Gray, who passed away at age 55 on February 11 will receive a memorial service at Phantom’s Broadway home, the Majestic Theatre. A Celebration …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:17PM

What's Up, Max Crumm? The F#%king Up Everything Star on Stripping Down, Coming Out and Gal Pals Laura Osnes & Emma Stone by Josh Ferri

Max Crumm won our hearts (and the role of Danny Zuko) in the TV reality competition You’re the One That I Want. After making his Broadway debut in Grease opposite Laura Osnes, Crumm re…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:20PM

Bravo! Glee Radiates This Week Even with the 'Lights Out' by Josh Ferri

The power went out on Glee on April 25, but the show didn’t need electricity to electrify fans in the episode entitled “Lights Out.” This was Glee’s best episode sinc…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:09PM

Glee Star Jane Lynch Will Be Featured on Annie Cast Recording by Josh Ferri

The new revival cast recording of Broadway’s Annie will include three bonus tracks featuring the musical’s upcoming headliner Jane Lynch. The album, released for digital download…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:33PM

New Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical Stephen Ward Eyes West End’s Aldwych Theatre by Josh Ferri

A British scandal, indeed! Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new musical Stephen Ward is looking to land at the Aldwych Theatre on the West End, according to the Daily Mail. Co-created by Lloyd We…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:15AM

Weekend Poll: What Is Your Favorite Off-Broadway Musical of the 2012-2013 Season? by Josh Ferri

Thanks to the Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards, fans are able to show their love and appreciation for their favorite Broadway play, musical, revival, actor, actress and more. But what abo…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:12AM
Thursday, April 25, 2013

It’s Official! The Glass Menagerie, Starring Cherry Jones, Celia Keenan-Bolger & Zachary Quinto, Will Play Broadway by Josh Ferri

As speculated, John Tiffany’s acclaimed revival of Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie will transfer to Broadway this September for a 17-week run, according to The New York T…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:03PM

Paul Rudd and Julianna Margulies Will Star in One-Night-Only Reading of Neil LaBute’s The Mercy Seat by Josh Ferri

Paul Rudd (Grace) and Emmy winner Julianna Margulies (The Good Wife) will co-star in the one-night-only presentation of Neil LaBute’s acclaimed play The Mercy Seat. This special MCC Th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:22PM

Paul Rudd and Julianna Margulies Will Star in a One-Night-Only Reading of Neil LaBute’s The Mercy Seat by Josh Ferri

Paul Rudd (Grace) and Emmy winner Julianna Margulies (The Good Wife) will co-star in the one-night-only presentation of Neil LaBute’s acclaimed play The Mercy Seat. This special MCC Th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:22PM

Tony Winners Chuck Cooper and Brent Carver Join Orlando Bloom & Condola Rashad for Romeo and Juliet Revival by Josh Ferri

Tony winners Chuck Cooper and Brent Carver will join headliners Orlando Bloom and Condola Rashad in David Leveaux’s Broadway revival of Romeo and Juliet. Carver will play Friar Laurenc…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:33PM
Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Tony and Emmy-Nominated Glee Star Matthew Morrison Will Play 54 Below by Josh Ferri

Emmy and Tony nominee Matthew Morrison will perform a new solo show at 54 Below. Up Close and Personal with Matthew Morrison will play the nightclub June 2 and 4. Morrison was recently an…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:14PM

Will Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Channing Tatum Star in a Guys and Dolls Film Remake? by Josh Ferri

Nathan, Adelaide, Sarah and Sky are heading back to the big screen, according to Deadline.com. 20th Century Fox has secured the movie rights to the Tony-winning musical Guys and Dolls, and t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:45PM

Lindsay Mendez to Defy Gravity as Broadway's Next Elphaba in Wicked by Josh Ferri

Lindsay Mendez is going to defy gravity nightly at the Gershwin Theatre. The fan favorite will take over the lead role of Elphaba in Broadway’s Wicked beginning May 28. For Mendez, her…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:37PM

Andrew Samonsky Replaces Ryan Silverman in Somewhere in Time World Premiere by Josh Ferri

Andrew Samonsky (The Mystery of Edwin Drood) will step in for previously announced star Ryan Silverman in the world premiere production of Somewhere in Time. Silverman departs the production…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:36PM

Works by Steve Martin, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Hunter Bell & Shakespeare On Tap for 2013 Powerhouse Theater Season by Josh Ferri

New York Stage and Film and Vassar College announced the line-up for the 2013 Powerhouse Theater Season, which includes new works from Steve Martin, Broadway.com Audience Choice Award and To…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:18PM

Exclusive! Lindsay Lohan Visits Alec Baldwin Backstage at Broadway’s Orphans by Josh Ferri

Actress Lindsay Lohan enjoyed a night on Broadway on April 23, when she stepped out to see Alec Baldwin, Ben Foster and Tom Sturridge in Orphans. Lyle Kessler's drama…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:58PM

Mangia! Candice Guardino Writes & Stars in Off-Broadway’s Italian Bred by Josh Ferri

What would growing up Italian in Staten Island be without the food?! In her new off-Broadway comedy, Italian Bred, writer and star Candice Guardino combines live music and a loud, outspoken …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:56AM

Tony Honors for Excellence in Theater Recognize Peter Lawrence, The Lost Colony & More by Josh Ferri

The 2013 Tony nominations announcement is less than a week away, and Tony fever is sweeping through Shubert Alley. As Tony excitement grows, the Tony Awards Administration Committee announce…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:55AM
Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Summer Hell! I Hope They Serve Beer on Broadway by Tucker Max Sets Dates Off-Broadway by Josh Ferri

Looks like summertime just got a little bit hellish. I Hope They Serve Beer on Broadway, Tucker Max’s stage adaptation of his book I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell, will play The Cabaret…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:41PM

First Listen For Annie Fans! Hear Jane Lynch Lament About 'Little Girls' on Glee by Josh Ferri

In less than a month, Glee Emmy winner Jane Lynch will make her Broadway debut as the tyrannical orphanage headmistress Miss Hannigan in the Broadway.com Audience Choice Award-nominated musi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:34PM