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Thursday, May 18, 2017

Tony Nominee Mary Beth Peil, Tony Sheldon, and More Set for Shaw's Getting Married by Andrew Gans

David Staller will direct the reading as part of the Project Shaw series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:52AM[SHARE]

Anastasia Tony Nominee Mary Beth Peil, Tony Sheldon, and More Set for Shaw's Getting Married by Andrew Gans

David Staller will direct the reading as part of the Project Shaw series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:52AM[SHARE]

Glenn Close Pens Apology for Missing Sunset Boulevard Performance on Mother's Day by Andrew Gans

The three-time Tony winner posted a statement on her Facebook page.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:30AM[SHARE]

The F. Murray Abraham-Led The Mentor Will Transfer to West End by Andrew Gans

The limited engagement will play London’s Vaudeville Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM[SHARE]

Digital Lottery Announced for Broadway's 1984 by Andrew Gans

The Robert Icke and Duncan Macmillan play begins performances May 18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:45AM[SHARE]

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Alan Menken Reveals He Knew of Lin-Manuel Miranda 'Ever Since He Was a Little Kid' by Andrew Gans

The Oscar and Tony-winning composer discussed upcoming projects as part of the Build Series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:10PM[SHARE]

New Block of Tickets Now on Sale for Tony-Nominated The Great Comet by Andrew Gans

Josh Groban and Denée Benton currently co-star in the new musical, nominated for 12 Tony Awards.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:47AM[SHARE]

Broadway Bets, Broadway's Official Poker Tournament, Raises Over a Quarter Million for Broadway Cares by Andrew Gans

The annual event was held May 15 in Manhattan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM[SHARE]

Listen to the Complete Cast Recording of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, Starring Josh Groban by Andrew Gans

The new musical was recently nominated for 12 Tony Awards—the most of any production of the season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM[SHARE]

National Tour of Fun Home Recoups Investment by Andrew Gans

The tour launched in October 2016.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:01AM[SHARE]

Hello, Dolly! Tony Nominee Gavin Creel Reveals His Favorite Thing About Working With Bette Midler by Andrew Gans

The Tony-nominated actor chats about the roaring crowds at Hello, Dolly!, his A-list co-stars, and the one performance he’ll never forget.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Tuesday, May 16, 2017

Broadway Folk Cast in Opera North's Kiss Me, Kate by Andrew Gans

Brothers Jim and Bob Walton will play the vaudevillian gangsters.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:12PM[SHARE]

Watch Footage from Signature's Jesus Christ Superstar by Andrew Gans

Spamilton’s Nicholas Edwards stars in the title role.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:34PM[SHARE]

Alexander Gemignani Named Artistic Director of National Music Theatre Conference by Andrew Gans

The Hamilton actor will begin his tenure in the fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02PM[SHARE]

Casting Complete for Regent's Park's Dickens Uncovered by Andrew Gans

The Charles Dickens celebration comprises A Tale of Two Cities and Oliver Twist created for everyone aged six and over.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:25AM[SHARE]

Stephen Schwartz Talks Making Changes and Writing New Songs for the Wicked Movie by Andrew Gans

The Oscar-winning composer warns fans not to expect a carbon copy of the stage musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM[SHARE]

Monday, May 15, 2017

Watch the Cast of A Bronx Tale Celebrate Their Cast Recording and Perform at Barnes & Noble by Andrew Gans

Among those singing the work of Alan Menken and Glenn Slater are Ariana DeBose, Bobby Conte Thornton, Nick Cordero, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:23PM[SHARE]

Jennifer Nettles Will Star in Mamma Mia! at the Hollywood Bowl by Andrew Gans

The weekend of performances will also feature Corbin Bleu, Dove Cameron, Lea DeLaria, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:50PM[SHARE]

Betty Buckley Discusses Her Friendship with Elaine Stritch by Andrew Gans

Tony winner Buckley also salutes the late Stritch on her new album, Story Songs.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:18PM[SHARE]

Powers Boothe, Star of Stage and Screen, Dies at 68 by Andrew Gans

Mr. Boothe was an Emmy winner for his portrayal of Jim Jones in Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:29PM[SHARE]

Carmen Jones, a Terrence McNally Premiere, and More Set for Classic Stage's 50th Anniversary Season by Andrew Gans

The 2017–2018 season will also include the Off-Broadway company’s first production of a Tennessee Williams play.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:30AM[SHARE]

Cast Recording of London Musical Wind in the Willows Will Be Released in June by Andrew Gans

Rufus Hound will star in the George Stiles and Anthony Drewe musical, beginning June 16.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:40AM[SHARE]

What Audience Member Left Falsettos Tony Nominee Andrew Rannells 'Completely Wrecked'? by Andrew Gans

The original Book of Mormon star and now two-time Tony nominee opens up about his role in the recent Broadway revival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Saturday, May 13, 2017

Kinky Boots' Brendon Urie, Jennifer Hudson, and More Line Up TV Appearances by Andrew Gans

See which stage favorites will be featured on talk shows in the upcoming week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:37AM[SHARE]

Friday, May 12, 2017