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Alec Baldwin’s ‘Orphans’ Pushs Up Closing Date to May 19
May 7, 2013
The revival of “Orphans,” starring Alec Baldwin, made quite a few headlines before it opened because of an apparent conflict between Baldwin and his former co-star in the production, Shia LaBeouf. The latter subsequently left the production, which opened on April 18. Again, the play is in the headlines and again, it’s not for a
Jekyll & Hyde Gets Its Broadway Curtain Call May 12
May 6, 2013
The Broadway revival of “Jekyll & Hyde” will be a bit shorter than initially planned. Though the production was scheduled to run through June 30, producers recently announced that the final performance will be Sunday, May 12. At that point the show will have played 30 regular performances along with 15 previews. The official opening
Emma Stone Looking at Broadway Debut in ‘Cabaret’ Revival for 2014
May 3, 2013
Emma Stone is in talks to make her Broadway debut in an upcoming revival of “Cabaret.” The Wrap reports that an unnamed source said Stone is in talks to play Sally Bowles in the musical. Bowles previously has been played by many notable names including Liza Minnelli, Judi Dench and Natasha Richardson. The new revival
Carole King Musical ‘Beautiful’ Takes Pre-Broadway Run in San Francisco September 24
May 2, 2013
“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” a new production based on the music and life of Carole King, will have a pre-Broadway run in San Francisco before its previously announced New York debut next spring. The California run will be staged at the SHN Curran Theatre, playing September 24-October 20. The production will be directed by
Cheyenne Jackson, Alexandra Silber Team with San Francisco Symphony for ‘West Side Story’
May 2, 2013
Cheyenne Jackson and Alexandra Silber will star in “West Side Story in Concert” with the San Francisco Symphony this summer. The shows will be presented June 27-July 2 at Davies Symphony Hall in the California city. Jackson and Silber will star as Tony and Maria, respectively. Additionally, the cast will feature Justin Keyes as Action,
‘Matilda,’ ‘Kinky Boots’ Highlight Tony Nomination Announcements
April 30, 2013
“Kinky Boots” and “Matilda” top the pack with the most Tony nominations this year, with 13 and 12, respectively. The top to plays are the revival of “Golden Boy,” with eight nominations and the new play “Lucky Guy,” with six. The latter production stars Tom Hanks, who was nominated for leading actor in a play.
‘The Rascals’ Close on Broadway May 5, National Tour Hits May 24
April 30, 2013
“The Rascals: Once Upon a Dream” will close its Broadway run this Sunday, but will waste no time before embarking on a national tour next month. The show, which is presented by E Street Band member and “The Sopranos” star Steven Van Zandt, honors Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members The Rascals, which also
‘Flashdance’ Pushes Back Broadway Debut Due to Lack of Theatre Openings
April 29, 2013
The Broadway debut “Flashdance – The Musical” has been delayed once again. Producers cited lack of available theaters as the reason for the latest delay – the third time the show has postponed its New York debut. However, in a statement, producers also said they would use the extra time to refine the production. The
‘Rocky’ Sings Its Way to Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre February 2014
April 29, 2013
“Rocky the Musical,” based on the classic movies staring Sylvester Stallone, is coming to Broadway next spring. Previews will begin at the Winter Garden Theatre in February 2014, with the official opening following March 2014. Exact dates, as well as casting, are expected to be announced soon. The musical premiered last fall in Hamburg, Germany,
Darren Criss Books 16-Date Concert Tour Behind ‘Listen Up…’
April 25, 2013
“Glee” star Darren Criss has announced his first solo concert tour later this year, which will serve as a preview for his upcoming debut album. The 16-date “Listen Up” tour will kick off at the Fillmore in San Francisco on May 29, and will run about a month, with the final show coming June 30