Friday, June 7, 2019
It's finally here! The weekend we all look forward to. Am I right, theater fans? Seems like just yesterday that The Band's Visit took home 10 awards. Yet here we are again! It's 2019 Tony…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 08:54AM[SHARE]Thursday, June 6, 2019
One of the greatest thrills of seeing live theater is when you see a favorite work in a whole new light. Such is the case with the 2013 revival of Pippin, which completely blew me away. Ther…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:54AM[SHARE]Wednesday, June 5, 2019
After spending a lot of time looking back at 300 different Broadway shows, and feeling so grateful for every single one of them, I also started thinking about shows I missed. It seems... I d…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:06AM[SHARE]Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Of the 300 distinct Broadway productions I've seen over the past 35+ years, and 22 of them play revivals. And they've run the gamut in quality, as you might expect. In looking over my lists …
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 08:06AM[SHARE]Monday, June 3, 2019
HOT on Broadway (adj): fierce, talented, big potential; has "buzz"; has "it" factor.
BROADWAY HEAT X 2: Beetlejuice / Tootsie Edition
This week begins the final edition of Broadway…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:54AM[SHARE]Friday, May 31, 2019
The heat is on, and we aren't taking a break from great theater because of a little summer sweat! There's a variety of stuff on our agenda over the next three months - a re-visit to the firs…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 06:42AM[SHARE]Thursday, May 30, 2019
The song is called "Woman's World," but let's face it, we live in Cher's World. For proof, you need look (or listen) no further the Original Broadway Cast Recording of The Cher Show which…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:06AM[SHARE]Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Sure, it was soapy, but the musical theater nerd and Bob Fosse fanatic in me loved every single minute of the miniseries Fosse/Verdon. And I am sad to see it go. I'll especially going to mis…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:33AM[SHARE]Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Since my first Broadway show and my 300th were both revivals, it seems only fitting that my looking back over nearly 36 years of shows begins with my favorite revivals. Over the years, I've …
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:24AM[SHARE]Monday, May 27, 2019
HOT on Broadway (adj): fierce, talented, big potential; has "buzz"; has "it" factor.
BROADWAY HEAT X 2: Oklahoma! / Hadestown EditionLike we said last week, in order to get through …
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:24AM[SHARE]Friday, May 24, 2019
Well, it took just short of thirty-six years, bit I finally reached a big milestone in my Broadway theater-going career! As of last Sunday, I have seen 300 different Broadway productions. Th…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:36PM[SHARE]Thursday, May 23, 2019
Review of the Sunday, May 19, 2019 matinee performance at the Circle in the Square Theatre in New York City. Starring Will Brill, Damon Daunno, James Davis, Rebecca Naomi Jones, Allie Stroke…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 11:03PM[SHARE]Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Review of the Saturday, May 18, 2019 evening performance at the Marquis Theatre in New York City. Starring Santino Fontana, John Behlmann, Lilli Cooper, Andy Grotelueschen, Julie Halston, Mi…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 09:54PM[SHARE]Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Review of the Saturday, May 18, 2019 matinee performance at the Walter Kerr Theatre. Starring Reeve Carney, Andre de Shields, Amber Gray, Eva Noblezada, Patrick Page. Book, music and lyrics …
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 09:42PM[SHARE]Review of the Saturday, May 18, 2019 matinee performance at the Walter Kerr Theatre. Starring Reeve Carney, Andre de Shields, Amber Gray, Eva Noblezada, Patrick Page. Book, music and lyrics …
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:33AM[SHARE]Monday, May 20, 2019
HOT on Broadway (adj): fierce, talented, big potential; has "buzz"; has "it" factor.BROADWAY HEAT X 2: Oklahoma! / Hadestown Edition
Like we said last week, in order to get thr…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 12:54AM[SHARE]Thursday, May 16, 2019
So, why "Standing at Zero"? You know the numbers across the front of the stage? Zero is center, and we are putting one performer front and center.At the end of April, this month's honoree op…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 12:54AM[SHARE]Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Bob Fosse, Nicole Fosse and Gwen Verdon
As the FX miniseries Fosse/Verdon continues, I admire the show more and more, and I am completely smitten with the brilliant Michelle Williams. I'v…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:24AM[SHARE]Tuesday, May 14, 2019
Review of the Sunday, May 12, 2019 matinee at Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia. Book by Luther Davis. Music and lyrics by Robert Wright and George Forrest. Additional music and lyric…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 08:36AM[SHARE]Monday, May 13, 2019
HOT on Broadway (adj): fierce, talented, big potential; has "buzz"; has "it" factor.BROADWAY HEAT X 2: Oklahoma! / Hadestown Edition
Like we said last week, in order to get thr…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:42AM[SHARE]Friday, May 10, 2019
With the 2018-2019 Broadway season now in the history books, it's time to take a look back at the year in logos. It's one of my favorite topics, so it makes sense to start there! So, this we…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:36AM[SHARE]Thursday, May 9, 2019
I've had the pleasure of seeing Ms. Broadway May 2019 in nine different shows over the years, from her Broadway debut in Blood Brothers all the way through to her triple-role turn in l…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:33AM[SHARE]Wednesday, May 8, 2019
Some actors find success in all mediums. Such is the case with Mr. Broadway May 2019, who has found steady work in television, film, and, of course, the stage. He's the kind of actor whose f…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:42AM[SHARE]Tuesday, May 7, 2019
The nostalgic/stubborn side of me is thrilled that vinyl cast recordings are back in style. I know, I know. I've written about this before. But now I have reason to write about it again, bec…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:42AM[SHARE]Monday, May 6, 2019
HOT on Broadway (adj): fierce, talented, big potential; has "buzz"; has "it" factor.BROADWAY HEAT X 2: Oklahoma! / Hadestown Edition
In order to get through the rest of the season's …
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:36AM[SHARE]Friday, May 3, 2019
As I mentioned earlier this week, for the first time in decades, I was unable to see the Tony nominations live as they happened. Frustrating!!! Well, the good news is that 6 items on our "wi…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:33AM[SHARE]Wednesday, May 1, 2019
I really appreciate that so many of you take the time to email with comments and questions, and I try to answer you quickly. Haven't done this in awhile, but I thought I'd take some time tod…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:36AM[SHARE]Tuesday, April 30, 2019
I'm a bad theater fan! I will be out of town when the Tony Award nominations are being announced. Actually, to be more specific, I will be en route to my destination and unable to see them f…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:33AM[SHARE]Monday, April 29, 2019
HOT on Broadway (adj): fierce, talented, big potential; has "buzz"; has "it" factor.
BROADWAY HEAT: Ain't Too Proud Edition
THIS IS IT! These are final 2 cast members from Ain't To…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:10AM[SHARE]Friday, April 26, 2019
Normally, Mike and I like to offer up our Tony Award nomination predictions list at this time of year. This season, however, we won't have seen four major productions before the nominees are…
SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:00AM[SHARE]Thursday, April 25, 2019
With today's opening of Beetlejuice, the Broadway 2018 - 2019 is in the record books. Actually, the season doesn't officially end until May 26th, but unofficially, the Tony Awards cut off is…
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