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Producers Delay Opening of ‘Spiderman’ Yet Again
January 15, 2011
Spidey’s curse has struck again. On Friday, producers announced that the formal Broadway premier opening of “Spider-Man Turn Off The Dark” was being postponed for the fifth time in order to have more rehearsal time before raising the official curtain. The show, with its 65 million dollar plus budget, is the most expensive production to
‘Fela!’ Catching the Flight to Nigeria?
January 3, 2011
After a successful 14-month run in Broadway, producers of the Tony Award winning musical “Fela!” is planning to bring the production to its native Lagos, Nigeria probably in the middle of this year. “We’re in the process of trying to make arrangements to do so,” says “Fela!” lead producer Stephen Hendel. “Fela!” chronicles the story
John Leguizamo Brings ‘Ghetto Town’ to Broadway
January 1, 2011
It’s been over seven years since an excitable John Leguizamo has run his motormouth during his one-man show on Broadway. However after taking time to rest his jaws, catch his breath, and come up with some new material, the manic monologist and actor next year is heading back to Broadway. “Ghetto Klown,” the new solo
Lead ‘Spiderman’ Actress Leaves After Concussion
December 28, 2010
In the midst of a major setback resulting from the injuries caught by four of its actors, the high flying “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark” musical is about to face another setback with only about four weeks left before its premiere. Natalie Mendoza, who played the role of villainess Arachne during the show’s previous runs,
Al Pacino to Follow ‘Merchant of Venice’ to the West End?
December 24, 2010
After a successful run on Broadway, the Shakespeare masterpiece “Merchant of Venice” will cross the Atlantic for its West End re-mounting, and this time, legendary actor Al Pacino, who plays Shylock in the play, will be part of the package. Although specific details still have to be ironed out, the West End transfer of “Venice”
Injuries Mount as Actor Takes 30-Foot Fall During ‘Spiderman’ Performance
December 21, 2010
“Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark,” the Broadway musical, still is in previews. That doesn’t explain why it’s getting so much publicity. It might be related to all the injuries and accidents involving cast members. During the show on Monday night, an actor sustained serious injuries in a fall. It is the latest mishap from a
Elling Closes Brief Run on Broadway
November 26, 2010
So much for Norwegian little-known comedies being able to survive on the brutal commercial Broadway. “Elling” the new play which had its opening performance on Sunday starring Brendan Fraser (from “The Mummy”) and Denis O’Hare (“Take Me Out’” Tony winner), is closing on Sunday following nine regular performances and 22 previews, according to a production
Mrs Warren’s Profession Wraps Broadway Run November 28
November 22, 2010
George Bernard Shaw wrote “Mrs. Warren’s Profession” in 1894. However, the play was so shocking that it didn’t get performed until 1902, and that was at a private presentation in London. The current production will be ending its limited engagement on November 28 at American Airlines Theatre. Cherry Jones, Tony Award winning actress from “The
Dane Cook to Star in Neil LaBute Comedy on Broadway
November 20, 2010
Dane Cook, comedian, and Josh Hamilton, screen and stage star, will be leading the cast for the Broadway debut for “Fat Pig” by Neil LaBute. Spring 2011 is the scheduled opening time. The theater will be announced later. The Broadway run will be produced by Aldo Scrofani and Heather Provost. LaBute, the playwright, will be
McCartney, MacLaughlin Join Phantom of the Opera Cast on Broadway
November 19, 2010
“The Phantom of the Opera” on Broadway is welcoming the return of Liz McCartney to playing Carlotta starting on December 6. It will be the same evening that Sean MacLaughlin, “Raoul” on the recent tour, will join the company. Really Useful Group Inc and Cameron Mackintosh produce Broadway’s longest ever running show. Harold Prince is