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Friday, December 9, 2016

Lesli Margherita and Max Crumm Set for Reading of Snow Way Out Musical by Andrew Gans

The afternoon is part of the York Theatre Company’s reading series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM[SHARE]

Kelly Clarkson Will Sing from Hamilton on New Year's Eve Special by Andrew Gans

The American Idol winner will be part of Seth Meyers’ NBC special.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM[SHARE]

A Musical Christmas Carol, Starring Patrick Page, Begins December 9 by Andrew Gans

Performances continue in Pittsburgh through December 23.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Leslie Odom, Jr. Heard at December 9 Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Premiere by Andrew Gans

The Hamilton Tony winner is part of a world premiere inspired by Martin Luther King, Jr.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Thursday, December 8, 2016

Trial & Error, New Series with John Lithgow and Krysta Rodriguez, Sets NBC Debut by Andrew Gans

The new series will make its premiere in March 2017.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:52PM[SHARE]

Watch Exclusive Clip of Kathy Najimy and Nick Nolte in EPIX Series Graves by Andrew Gans

The series airs Sunday nights.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:03PM[SHARE]

Condola Rashad Lands Role in Come Sunday Film by Andrew Gans

The two-time Tony nominee will also return to Broadway later this season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:58AM[SHARE]

Laura Benanti's Melania Trump Impression Lands on Times Culture Critic's Best of List by Andrew Gans

New York Times culture critic Wesley Morris’ Best Performances of 2016 choices also include Tony winner Phylicia Rashad and Taylor Mac.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:45AM[SHARE]

Watch NBC Teaser for Next Year's Bye Bye Birdie Telecast by Andrew Gans

The tease was shown during the December 7 broadcast of Hairspray Live!

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:10AM[SHARE]

Hairspray Live! Ratings Down from Last Season's The Wiz by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical was broadcast on NBC December 7.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:08AM[SHARE]

Singin' in the Rain, Princess Bride Among 14 Classics to Be Screened in Cinemas by Andrew Gans

Fathom Events has joined forces with Turner Classic Movies for the upcoming screenings.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:00AM[SHARE]

Wednesday, December 7, 2016

New Version of Little Shop of Horrors Film in the Works by Andrew Gans

Greg Berlanti will direct.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:17PM[SHARE]

Following Broadway, Cynthia Erivo Has No Plans to Play Celie Again by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning actor tweeted that she will not star in the tour of The Color Purple.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:18PM[SHARE]

Danny Burstein to Lead Fiddler on the Roof Talkback by Andrew Gans

The revival continues through the end of the month at the Broadway Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM[SHARE]

Good Fight, Starring Christine Baranski and Bernadette Peters, Sets Premiere Date by Andrew Gans

The new CBS series picks up one year after the events of the final episode of The Good Wife.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:49AM[SHARE]

Benj Pasek and Justin Paul Set for La La Land Talkbacks in NYC by Andrew Gans

The Dear Evan Hansen composers also penned songs for the new movie musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:37AM[SHARE]

Natalie Weiss and Marty Thomas Join Aladdin Star for Beautiful Take of "Mary, Did You Know?" by Andrew Gans

Nathan Lucrezio’s music video also features Alex Ortega.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:33AM[SHARE]

Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Following Tragic Backstage Accident, Cirque Du Soleil's Luzia Resumes Performances by Andrew Gans

Olivier Rochette was killed when he was struck by a telescopic lift during preparation for a performance of Luzia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:38PM[SHARE]

Marjorie Prime Film, with Lois Smith and Jon Hamm, Will Premiere at Sundance by Andrew Gans

The annual film festival will also feature the debut of The Manifesto, starring Cate Blanchett.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:52AM[SHARE]

Darko Tresnjak Extends Contract at Hartford Stage by Andrew Gans

The artistic director is a Tony winner for his direction of A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder, which began at the Connecticut venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM[SHARE]

Extra Performance Added for Toronto Run of Broadway-Bound Come From Away by Andrew Gans

The Broadway run of the new musical begins in February at the Schoenfeld.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM[SHARE]

Cast of Broadway's Chicago Creates Music Video for Original Holiday Song by Andrew Gans

“Holiday Melody” can also be purchased online to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:21AM[SHARE]

Great Comet Creator Dave Malloy Will Step in for Josh Groban for 10 Performances by Andrew Gans

Malloy will play Pierre for several performances in May and June.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:27AM[SHARE]

Theatre Community Remembers Edward Albee December 6 by Andrew Gans

The afternoon memorial is open to members of the public.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Exclusive: Watch Laura Osnes Record New Holiday Single, "Christmas, Will You Stay?" by Andrew Gans

Michael Mott penned the Christmas tune, which is available on iTunes today.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

Monday, December 5, 2016

Lilli Cooper Among 17 Vocalists Set for Free NYC Holiday Concert by Andrew Gans

The evening is part of the Broadway’s Future Songbook Series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:35PM[SHARE]

Tim Rice Musical From Here to Eternity Part of Honolulu's Commemoration of Pearl Harbor by Andrew Gans

Excerpts from the new musical are being offered during the week of remembrance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:03PM[SHARE]

Child Actor Billy Chapin Is Dead at 72 by Andrew Gans

Mr. Chapin had one Broadway credit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:22PM[SHARE]

Cynthia Erivo and Brian Stokes Mitchell Among Performers at Kennedy Center Honors Tribute by Andrew Gans

CBS will broadcast the event later this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:56AM[SHARE]

Dates Set for Pre-Broadway Run of Frozen Musical in Denver by Andrew Gans

The musical will open on Broadway in spring 2018 at the St. James Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:01AM[SHARE]

28th Annual Gypsy of the Year Competition Presented December 5-6 by Andrew Gans

Seth Rudetsky returns to host the annual benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM[SHARE]

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