Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Photo: Disney+ Debuts New HOCUS POCUS 2 Film Poster

Check out the new photo poster for the haunting sequel to the Halloween classic for a new look at Bette Midler (“The First Wives Club,” “Beaches”), Sarah Jessica Parker (“Sex and t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:08PM
Friday, April 22, 2022

People You Should Know . . . Patrick Oliver Jones by Zack Calhoon

PATRICK OLIVER JONES - From his early roots in Birmingham, Alabama community theater to other venues like Tokyo DisneySea and Jubilee! in Las Vegas, Patrick has made his mark as an actor a…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 04:54PM
Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Call Redialed: NEW Caytha Jentis Interview: Pooling to Paradise, Screenwriter, Producer by Adam Rothenberg

It has been 10 YEARS since I interviewed screenwriter & producer Caytha Jentis. I was introduced to Caytha in 2011 when her romantic gay comedy The One had its NYC premiere, a film I sti…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 07:24PM
Thursday, May 20, 2021

HOCUS POCUS 2 Will Be Released in 2022, Featuring All Three Original Witches

Singer/actress Bette Midler (“The First Wives Club,” “Beaches”) returns as Winifred Sanderson, with Sarah Jessica Parker (“Sex and the City”) and Kathy Najimy (“Sister Act”) …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:40PM
Monday, January 11, 2021

#250 VICTOR GARBER, Actor by Bpn Admin Cs

If you don't believe that four time Tony nominee Victor Garber has range just think that he is one of the only actors in his career to play both Jesus and the Devil. Not only was he in both …

SOURCE: broadwaypodcastnetwork.com at 01:27AM
Monday, July 27, 2020

BWW Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records QuaranStreams Continues with THE FIRST WIVES CLUB!

In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk about the 1996 hit movie 'The First Wives Club.' In addition to their in-depth analysis of the comedic talents of Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn, and Diane Ke…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM
Wednesday, July 22, 2020

See What’s Coming to HBO Max in August for Theatrelovers by Dan Meyer

The First Wives Club, Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire, Marvin's Room, and more will soon be available to stream.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:20AM
Monday, January 20, 2020

BWW Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records with Special Guest Varla Jean Merman!

In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk to actor, singer, and drag legend Jeffery Roberson (aka Varla Jean Merman) about the 1966 cast recording of 'The Mad Show.' They also discuss Coco Peru, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM
Monday, December 30, 2019

BWW Exclusive: Ben Rimalower's Broken Records with Special Guest, Faith Prince

In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk to Tony-winning Broadway star Faith Prince about Liza Minnelli's 1972 live album 'Liza with a Z.' They also discuss Tina Landau, Fanny Brice, Funny Girl,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM
Thursday, December 19, 2019

Four-Time Tony-Winning Scenic Designer Peter Larkin Dies at 93 by Olivia Clement

Among his numerous credits were the original Broadway production of Peter Pan and the films Tootsie and The First Wives Club.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM
Monday, November 11, 2019

Marc Shaiman to Write Original Music for Plaza Suite Starring Matthew Broderick & Sarah Jessica Parker by Andy Lefkowitz

Tony-winning composer Marc Shaiman has been recruited to pen original music for the upcoming Broadway revival of Neil Simon's 1968 comedy Plaza Suite. The previously announced production, …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:18PM
Monday, September 23, 2019

First Wives Club Star Ryan Michelle Bathe Proves Her Theatre Credentials by Ruthie Fierberg

The NYU grad may be breaking big in the “Diane Keaton role” of the new version of First Wives Club, but she laid her roots on the stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:47AM
Monday, October 2, 2017

FIRST WIVES CLUB Reboot Gets Second Life; Series Was to Star Megan Hilty by BroadwayWorld

Tracy Oliver will adapt the hit 1996 film FIRST WIVES CLUB for a half-hour TV series, heading to the Paramount Network and Paramount TV. A reboot of the movie was originally in development a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:42PM
Friday, April 28, 2017

Six Degrees Stars Allison Janney and John Benjamin Hickey Spill Details on their First Wives Club Scene by Ruthie Fierberg

As the two told Playbill, they were nearly in the film. The duo shares details on Watch What Happens Live.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:29AM
Monday, March 20, 2017

'Drag Race' Season 9 Star Alexis Michelle on Drag, Activism & Boyfriends by Justin Moran

Michael MustoRuPaul's Drag RaceMichael MustoBorn Alex Michaels in Manhattan, Alexis Michelle is a talented figure on the Gotham bar scene, playing Boots & Saddle on Wednesdays, The…

SOURCE: Out at 12:54PM

'Drag Race' Season 9 Star Alexis Michelle on Drag, Activism & Boyfriends by Michael Musto

Born Alex Michaels in Manhattan, Alexis Michelle is a talented figure on the Gotham bar scene, playing Boots & Saddle on Wednesdays, Therapy on Thursdays and the Ritz on Sundays, with pe…

SOURCE: Out at 12:54PM
Friday, November 11, 2016

TV Land Passes on Megan Hilty-Led FIRST WIVES CLUB Reboot by TV News Desk

Today, Deadline reports that the network has chosen to pass on the project, but shares that there is a possibility it could be redeveloped.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:58PM
Saturday, July 9, 2016

BWW Exclusive: Sneak Peek - Michael Urie & Panel Talk 'First Wives Club' on Logo's COCKTAILS & CLASSICS by Caryn Robbins

Below, BWW exclusively shares clips from this week's episode of COCKTAILS amp CLASSICS on Logo, featuring the classic hit First Wives Club

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:10AM
Wednesday, July 6, 2016

VIDEO: FIRST WIVES CLUB Cast Have Backstage Dance Party to Tara Macri's 'This Crush' by BroadwayWorld

Below, get an exclusive look at the cast of FIRST WIVES CLUB backstage dance party to Tara Macri's summer single 'This Crush.' In addition, watch the official lyric video and a behind-the-sc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:40AM
Thursday, June 30, 2016

Vanessa Lachey Joins TV Land Remake of THE FIRST WIVES CLUB by Jessica Khan

TV Land's remake of THE FIRST WIVES CLUB has found its third leading lady in Vanessa Lachey.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:32PM
Wednesday, June 29, 2016

Odds & Ends: Spend Christmas with Megan Hilty, At Home with Jonathan Groff & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Spend Xmas with Megan Hilty It's that will be the most wonderful time of the year! Broadway bombshell Megan Hilty is cu…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:25PM
Monday, June 6, 2016

Odds & Ends: Aaron Tveit Heading to Boston Stage, J.K. Rowling's Cursed Child Warning & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today and over the weekend. Aaron Tveit Heading to Boston Attention Tveiter Tots! There's another chance to get up close and p…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:13PM

Megan Hilty Lands Role in The First Wives Club Pilot by Andrew Gans

The Broadway actress will join Alyson Hannigan in the TV Land program.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:20AM
Saturday, June 4, 2016

Megan Hilty Tapped to Star in TV Land Remake of THE FIRST WIVES CLUB by Louisa Brady

According to Deadline, Tony Award nominee Megan Hilty has been tapped to star in TV Land's remake of 'The First Wives Club,' alongside How I Met Your Mother's Alyson Hannigan.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:45AM
Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Spotlight On...Anastasia Olowin by Michael Block

Name: Anastasia OlowinHometown: Lafayette, CAEducation: BFA NYU Tisch, Experimental Theatre WingSelect Credits: The Killer (TFANA); Stitches (To-By-For Productions); Plum de Force (harunalee…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 03:39PM
Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Bette Midler, Diane Keaton and Goldie Hawn Will Reunite for New Film by Andrew Gans

Goldie Hawn, Bette Midler and Diane Keaton, who proved a hit two decades ago in "The First Wives Club," will reunite for a new feature film from Netflix, according to Deadline.com.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:07PM
Thursday, November 5, 2015

Eggcellent News! Edward Hibbert Enlisted for Something Rotten! on Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Edward Hibbert will be welcomed to the Renaissance from November 10! The Broadway vet is set to take over for Peter Bartlett as Lord Clapham/Master of Justice in Something Rotten!, which is …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:12PM
Monday, October 19, 2015

Broadway Bound Gotta Dance Announces Full Cast by Chris Luner

Chicago has no doubt mastered the role of being the ultimate “tryout” city for Broadway. With recent Broadway productions like On Your Feet and Kinky Boots which started in the c…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 11:39AM
Thursday, August 6, 2015

From Miss Adelaide to Miss Hannigan; Celebrating the Greatest Roles of Birthday Gal Faith Prince by Matthew Blank

Tony Award winner Faith Prince, who recently starred as Brenda in The First Wives Club at Chicago’s Oriental Theatre, celebrates her birthday August 6. Playbill.com takes a look a…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM
Wednesday, April 15, 2015

First Wives Club Musical Feels Like a First Draft by Bob Bullen

Faith Prince. Those two words served as the motivation for me to visit this pre-Broadway tryout of The First Wives Club: The Musical. I consider Prince among the very best musical comedy sta…

SOURCE: Chicago Theatre Addict at 01:29PM
Thursday, April 2, 2015

Jeff Pew Gives Hilarious Behind the Scenes Tour of FIRST WIVES CLUB Musical in Chicago by Matt Tamanini

Last week Jeff Pew took fans behind the scenes at the Broadway-Bound musical, THE FIRST WIVES CLUB, which recently closed at Chicago's Oriental Theatre. Pew, who was last seen on Broadway as…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:43AM

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