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Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Shed Arts Center Receives $75 Million Donation from Michael Bloomberg by Stephanie Wild

According to the New York Times, the new arts center known as the Shed that is being built in Hudson Yards has received 75 million from Michael Bloomberg. He had previously made a 15 million…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:12PM
Friday, May 19, 2017

WAR PAINT Costume Designer Catherine Zuber Discusses Her Process, Challenges, and More by Stephanie Wild

Seasoned costume designer Catherine Zuber's latest project, War Paint, has her designing lavish pieces for Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole. In an article with Vogue, the designer discuss…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:42PM
Monday, May 15, 2017

Take a Closer Look At the Set and Costumes For London's New PETER PAN by Stephanie Wild

The National Theatre Blog recently talked with London's Peter Pan costume designer, Katie Sykes, and set designer, Michael Vale to discuss their inspiration and process, as well as to share …

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Friday, May 12, 2017

COME FROM AWAY Producers Talk Lasting Impact On Audiences and Connection With Canada by Stephanie Wild

With Come From Away establishing itself as one of the frontrunners at this year's Tony Awards, people are buzzing more than ever. In a recent article by the Washington Post, the producers of…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:42PM
Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal For Waterwell's HAMLET Starring Arian Moayed, Sherie Rene Scott, and Micah Stock by Stephanie Wild

WaterwellArian Moayed amp Tom Ridgely, Artistic Directors recently announced alimited engagement of a new dual language EnglishFarsi version ofHamletat the Sheen Center for Thought and Cultu…

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ArtsConnection Brings High School Student Artists To DEAR EVAN HANSEN by Stephanie Wild

ArtsConnection, NYC's leading arts-in-education organization, has announced that it will partner with the musicalDear Evan Hansen, for an innovative new program called 'ART2ART - DEAR EVAN H…

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Censorship Or Protection - Was Boston Children's Theatre's Nude Scene Appropriate? by Stephanie Wild

According to artsintegrity.org, Howard Sherman writes that there has been an uproar surrounding a recent production of One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest at Boston Children's Theatre. This deba…

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DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Ben Platt Talks 'Monkish' Lifestyle, History With Pasek and Paul, and More! by Stephanie Wild

It's no secret that Ben Platt wrecks himself, both physically and emotionally, onstage everyday in Dear Evan Hansen. His performance has made him a frontrunner for the Tony Award. In a recen…

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Monday, May 8, 2017

FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Co-Creator and Actor Nora Mae Lyng Dies at 66 by Stephanie Wild

Nora Mae Lyng, a Broadway actor best known for co-creating and acting in Forbidden Broadway, died on May 4 after a long illness, according to nj.com.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:15PM

Stephen Sondheim and Meryl Streep Reminisce on Their Friendship at the PEN Gala by Stephanie Wild

According to The New Yorker, old friends Stephen Sondheim and Meryl Streep met up at the PEN America Literary Gala, where Streep was going to present Sondheim with an award for Literary Serv…

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Friday, May 5, 2017

It's Telly Time- Flashback with Broadway's New Prince Ali! by Stephanie Wild

As BroadwayWorld has previously reported, Broadway vet Telly Leung will be taking over the title role in Aladdin on Broadway starting on June 13. Here's a look at some of our favorite perfor…

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Neil Patrick Harris and Tituss Burgess To Make Appearances at Vulture Festival by Stephanie Wild

Vulture Festival will be hosting two upcoming events featuring stage and screen favorites Neil Patrick Harris and Tituss Burgess.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM
Thursday, April 27, 2017

The Family's Back Together- Meet the Cast of A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2! by Stephanie Wild

A Doll's House, Part 2 opens tonight, April 27, at the John Golden Theatre.Produced byScott Rudin and directed by Tony Award-winner Sam Gold, thiswildly inventive new American play picks up …

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Thursday, April 20, 2017

Hello, Broadway! Meet the Cast of HELLO, DOLLY!, Opening Tonight by Stephanie Wild

The revival of Hello, Dolly opens tonight on Broadway, starring Bette Midler and featuring a star-studded cast.The Broadway revival of Michael Stewart and Jerry Herman's masterpieceHello, Do…

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Friday, April 14, 2017

Broadway Scenic Designer Helen Pond Dies at 92 by Stephanie Wild

The Cape Cod Times reports that renowned set designed Helen Pond has died in her home at age 92, after a recent decline in her health.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

Duncan Sheik Discusses Plans to Bring AMERICAN PSYCHO To London by Stephanie Wild

Composer Duncan Sheik, best known for Spring Awakening and most recently American Psycho, was recently interviewed by The Stage. In the interview he hinted at the possibility of bringing Ame…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:24PM
Friday, April 7, 2017

Notebook Written by 17th-Century Shakespeare Scholar Shocks Antiques Roadshow Expert by Stephanie Wild

According to the Telegraph, a 17th-century notebook containing notes from one of the first Shakespeare scholars left experts 'trembling.' The notebook, entitled Shakespeare Comedies and Trag…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:36PM
Thursday, April 6, 2017

Better Yourself by Getting to Know the Cast of WAR PAINT- Opens Tonight! by Stephanie Wild

War Paint, a new musical, opens tonight at the Nederlander Theatre.Two-time Tony Award-winning legends Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole join forces to portray the trailblazing cosmetic ic…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:01AM
Monday, April 3, 2017

AMELIE Dreams Her Way to Broadway Tonight- Meet the Company! by Stephanie Wild

The new Broadway musical, Amelieopens today, April 3, at the Walter Kerr Theatre. Meet the cast before they take their opening bows below

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Friday, March 31, 2017

Land a Role in CHICAGO Plus More Broadway Prizes With MCC Theater's Spring Auction by Stephanie Wild

Ahead of the annual Miscast GalaMonday, MCC Theater has just this morning launched a spring auction with a dozen exclusive Broadway experiences, including the once-in-a-lifetime opportunityt…

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COME FROM AWAY's Q. Smith Will Perform at Symphony Space by Stephanie Wild

Q. Smith, who is currently performing in Broadway's Come From Away, will be performing at Symphony Space on May 8th at 7 pm. Grateful An Evening With Q. Smith and Friends will feature guest …

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Monday, March 27, 2017

Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of Transport Group's PICNIC and COME BACK, LITTLE SHEBA by Stephanie Wild

Picnic and Come Back, Little Sheba have begun performances at The Gym at Judson. Both shows were written by William Inge and will be performed in repertory through April 16. Check out photos…

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Sunday, March 26, 2017

Get to Know the Cast of SWEAT on Broadway- Opens Tonight! by Stephanie Wild

Sweat, the new Broadway play opens today at Studio 54.The critically acclaimed new play from Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Lynn Nottage, comes to Broadway following its sold-out run at The P…

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Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Jason Robert Brown Releases BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Demos with Shoshana Bean and More! by Stephanie Wild

Jason Robert Brown recently opened the Bridges vault on his blog, reflecting upon his creation of the musical and ending the post with some previously unreleased demos of songs from the show.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:18PM

Andrew Lloyd Webber Wants One Direction's Liam Payne For West End JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT by Stephanie Wild

According to The Sun, Andrew Lloyd Webber is eyeing One Direction's Liam Payne to star in the West End return of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:32PM
Monday, March 20, 2017

Broadway Weekends Creates Musical Theatre Camp for Adults! by Stephanie Wild

Looking for a full weekend of musical theatre, including fun games, rehearsals, and nonstop showtunes, but think that stuff is only for kids Well look no further than Broadway Weekends On Ma…

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Harvey Fierstein Responds to Alan Menken's Ursula Dream-Casting: 'Your Wish is My Command' by Stephanie Wild

BroadwayWorld recently reported that Alan Menken is interested in casting Harvey Fierstein as Ursula in the new live action remake ofThe Little Mermaid. It seems that Fierstein would be happ…

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Sunday, March 12, 2017

Welcome to Their Rock- Meet the Cast of COME FROM AWAY! by Stephanie Wild

Come From Away, the new musical based on the stories of those left stranded on airplanes during 911, opens tonight at the Gerald Shoenfeld Theatre. Get to know the cast before they take thei…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06AM
Friday, March 10, 2017

Bobby Cannavale Joins Season Three of MR. ROBOT by Stephanie Wild

According to Deadline, Broadway vet Bobby Cannavale is set to join the next seasonof the USA Network series Mr. Robot. Cannavale is best known for his role on HBO's Boardwalk Empire.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:18PM

Liza Minnelli Discusses Performing With Legends With Michael Feinstein For Facebook Live by Stephanie Wild

Michael Feinstein sat down with Liza Minnelli yesterday for a Facebook Live chat. Feinstein interviewed Minnelli about some of her past experiences with performing with legends such as Gene …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:06PM

Paul Sparks Will Join Hugh Jackman in THE GREATEST SHOWMAN Movie by Stephanie Wild

Broadway vet Paul Sparks has joined the cast of Michael Gracey's upcoming musical film Greatest Showman, according to Deadline.He joins a cast of stars included Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, Mich…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:03PM