Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Unique opportunity to join the cast of West Side Story in first musical walk-on role

The post Unique opportunity to join the cast of West Side Story in first musical walk-on role appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 03:59AM
Saturday, March 16, 2024

Broadway Ephemera: Brando singing; Bernhardt thanked; Irving Berlin and Tallulah Bankhead, Herman and Merman by New York Theater

Marlon Brando singing “Luck Be A Lady” in rehearsal with “Guys and Dolls” composer Frank Loesser. Fifteen pairs of Liza Minnelli’s false eyelashes. A first edition of “West Side …

SOURCE: New York Theater at 10:37AM
Friday, March 15, 2024

New York Public Library Displays Theatre Photography of Friedman-Abeles Studio Starting March 15 by Andrew Gans

The exhibit features images from Purlie, Camelot, West Side Story, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Sunday, March 10, 2024

Photo: Rita Moreno Honors Chita Rivera on The Oscars Red Carpet

Rita Moreno is paying tribute to the late Chita Rivera on the Oscars red carpet. The Oscar winner honored her West Side Story counterpoint on the Academy Awards red carpet with black hair. R…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24PM
Thursday, February 29, 2024

Cast from across Australia begin rehearsals for West Side Story on Sydney Harbour

The post Cast from across Australia begin rehearsals for West Side Story on Sydney Harbour appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:17PM
Tuesday, February 27, 2024

New York Public Library to Display Theatre Photography of Friedman-Abeles Studio by Andrew Gans

The exhibit will feature images from Purlie, Camelot, West Side Story, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM

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Natalie Cortez, currently starring as Anita in West Side Story at the Palace Theatre, fills out Playbill.com's questionnaire with random ...

SOURCE: Google at 09:36AM
Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Broadway Babe by Barry Gordin

Four Notable Nostalgic picks from Broadway Babe include Chita Rivera & Dick Van Dyke, together in 2006. February 21, 2024:  Broadway Babe, Randie Levine-Miller, has four notable nos…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 10:22PM
Sunday, February 18, 2024

Elaine Paige Honors the Memory of Radio DJ Steve Wright on Elaine Paige on Sunday by Broadway.com

Olivier-winning actress Elaine Paige is giving Broadway.com listeners a chance to hear her BBC Radio 2 show Elaine Paige on Sunday. This week, Paige spotlights show tunes from Come From Awa…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:32AM
Saturday, February 17, 2024

Broadway Dims Its Lights in Memory of 3-Time Tony Honoree Chita Rivera February 17 by Logan Culwell-Block

The West Side Story, Chicago, and Bye Bye Birdie star died January 30 at the age of 91.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Friday, February 9, 2024

Broadway Games: The Many Roles of Chita Rivera by JK

Beloved Broadway legend, the late, great Chita Rivera had a Broadway career that spanned some 60 years, from her debut as a dancer in the original production of Guys and Dolls to her final …

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 07:36AM
Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Broadway Theaters Will Dim Lights in Honor of Chita Rivera by Darryn King

Broadway's theaters will dim their marquee lights on February 17 to honor the memory of two-time Tony Award-winning actress Chita Rivera. Rivera died on January 30 at the age of 91. The ligh…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:42PM

Broadway To Dim Lights For Chita Rivera by Greg Evans

Broadway will dim its marquee lights next week to honor the late, great Chita Rivera, the two-time Tony-winning star of the original West Side Story who died January 30 at the age of 91. The…

SOURCE: Deadline at 03:01PM

Broadway Will Dim Its Lights in Memory of 3-Time Tony Honoree Chita Rivera by Logan Culwell-Block

The West Side Story, Chicago, and Bye Bye Birdie star died January 30 at the age of 91.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM
Saturday, February 3, 2024

Broadway Babe by Barry Gordin

Historic Flashbacks from Broadway Babe include West Side Story, Carol Burnett, Donna McKechnie & the original Sandy from Grease, Carol Demas. February 3, 2024:  Broadway Babe, Randie L…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 10:15AM
Friday, February 2, 2024

Chita Rivera obituary by Michael Coveney

American actor, singer and dancer who found fame as Anita in the stage musical West Side Story Known for her dynamic personality and prodigious physical energy, Chita Rivera, who has died ag…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:32AM
Thursday, February 1, 2024

Chita Rivera, West Side Story Broadway star, 91 - BusinessWorld Online

CHITA RIVERA — PLAYBILL.COM. Facebook Messenger Twitter LinkedIn Share. NEW YORK — Chita Rivera, the musical theater legend and multiple Tony winner ...

SOURCE: Google at 01:06AM
Wednesday, January 31, 2024

THE IRREPLACABLE CHITA by Ron Fassler

Chita Rivera (1933–2024). Photo by Gregg Delman for The New York Times from “The Visit” (2015).January 31, 2024: Theatre Yesterday and Today, by Ron Fassler. Chita Rivera first start…

SOURCE: ronfassler.medium.com at 01:34PM

Video: Ariana DeBose Remembers Chita Rivera: 'Because She Was, I Am'

Oscar winner Ariana DeBose discussed the loss of Chita Rivera on Live! With Kelly & Mark this morning. The Chita Rivera Award-winner played Anita in the 2021 film adaptation of West Sid…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:51AM

Chita Rivera – a life in pictures by Guardian Staff

The Broadway star has died aged 91. Revisit her glittering career, including West Side Story, Chicago and Kiss of the Spider Woman Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:24AM

Broadway legend Chita Rivera was a triple threat, a trailblazer – and a hoot by Chris Wiegand

The actor, dancer and singer, who has died aged 91, did not just provide great entertainment on stage. She was an eloquent, mischievous chronicler of musical theatre Chita Rivera had been an…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:24AM

RIP Chita Rivera, Broadway Legend Starred in the Original “West Side Story,” Won Every Award Including 2 Tonys by Roger Friedman

Chita Rivera seemed like she’d live forever. She died today at 91, but will live on forever in Broadway history. She starred

SOURCE: showbiz411.com at 04:32AM
Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Broadway Legend Chita Rivera dies at 91 by bwaySHO

The legendary Broadway star Chita Rivera passed away at the age of 91. She was best known for her roles in West Side Story, Chicago, Kiss of the Spider Woman and Bye Bye Birdie. The momen…

SOURCE: YouTube at 08:19PM

Chita Rivera, Broadway's 'first great triple threat,' dies at 91 by Jeff Lunden

The three-time Tony Award-winning Broadway legend created indelible roles: Anita in West Side Story, Rose in Bye Bye Birdie and Velma Kelly in Chicago.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:18PM

Chita Rivera Found Her Emotional Voice for Shows Like ‘West Side Story’ by Jesse Green

Her dancing sometimes overshadowed her thrillingly dramatic way with a song: husky yet clarion, unaffected but full of comment and character.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:48PM

Chita Rivera, 91: A Look Back at Her Career by New York Theater

Chita Rivera died today at the age of 91. Born Dolores Conchita Figueroa del Rivero, she originated roles in “West Side Story,” “Bye Bye Birdie,” “Chicago” and “Kiss of the S…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 05:31PM

Chita Rivera, Legendary Star of Bye Bye Birdie, West Side Story & Chicago, Dies at 91 by Broadway.com

Chita Rivera, the triple-threat performer whose career is highlighted by Tony-winning collaborations with John Kander and Fred Ebb, died on January 30 after a brief illness. Rivera's daughte…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:18PM

Chita Rivera, illustrious Broadway star, dies aged 91 by Chris Wiegand Stage Editor

The actor, dancer and singer starred in musicals including West Side Story and Chicago Chita Rivera, one of Broadway’s most illustrious stars, has died at the age of 91. A consummate “tr…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:18PM

CHITA RIVERA, ILLUSTRIOUS BROADWAY STAR, DIES AGED 91 by Robert Shuman

The actor, dancer and singer starred in musicals including West Side Story and Chicago (Chris Wiegan’s article appeared in the Guardian, 1/30; Photo: Chita Rivera arrives at the 72nd annua…

SOURCE: stagevoices.com at 02:58PM

Broadway legend Chita Rivera dead at 91 by Johnny Oleksinski

Chita Rivera, the dazzling Broadway star who originated roles in the musicals "Chicago," "West Side Story" and "Kiss of the Spider Woman" died Tuesday, her daughter Lisa Mordente said in a s…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 02:58PM

Chita Rivera, revered and pioneering Tony-winning dancer and singer, dies at 91 by Mark Kennedy / Associated Press

Rivera first gained wide notice in 1957 as Anita in the original production of “West Side Story” and was still dancing on Broadway with her trademark energy a half-century later in 2015�…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 02:49PM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards