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Thursday, June 19, 2014

The $350 Macbeth " Is It Worth It? by Matthew Wexler

There has been lots of buzz about the monumental production of Macbeth, currently playing through June 22 at the Park Avenue Armory. And that includes its hefty price tag. At $350, itR…

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Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Forbidden Broadway Comes Out Swinging! by Matthew Wexler

They're at it again. Gerard Alessandrini and his team of offbeat performers tackle Broadway's best (and worst) in Forbidden Broadway Comes Out Swinging! This latest incarnation has plenty of…

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Monday, June 16, 2014

Broadway Bares 24: Rock Hard! by Matthew Wexler

They’re at it again… those sexy singer/dancers will strut their stuff on June 22 to raise funds and awareness for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Only a limited number of tick…

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Friday, June 13, 2014

Broadway Dims Lights for Ruby Dee by Matthew Wexler

The Broadway community mourns the loss of celebrated stage and screen actress Ruby Dee, who passed away on Wednesday at age 91. The marquees of Broadway theatres in New York will be…

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Thursday, June 12, 2014

Broadway Channel Launches "What's Hot on Broadway" by Matthew Wexler

Hosted by Broadway and television star John O'Hurley, The Broadway Channel has announced a new weekly television series for national syndication. "What's Hot on Broadway" will feature the be…

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Monday, June 9, 2014

Tony Award Rants, Raves and Wins by Matthew Wexler

"Everybody loves a winner, so nobody loves me." So sings Sally Bowles in Cabaret, but we didn't hear Michelle Williams belt it out last night at the 68th Annual Tony Awards. Was she even in …

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Friday, June 6, 2014

The Tony Awards by the Numbers by Matthew Wexler

Before Broadway's biggest night on Sunday, June 8th, 44 productions will have opened on Broadway in the 2013-14 season. Of those productions, 12 were eligible for Best New Musical and 10 wer…

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Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Three to See: June " "One Night Only Edition" by Matthew Wexler

Broadway is gearing up for the Tony Awards on June 8, which means that this year's crop of nominees are pulling out all of the stops for enthusiastic audiences and producers are hoping that …

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Thursday, May 29, 2014

Breaking News: Guess Who's Peforming at the Tonys? by Matthew Wexler

The Tony Awards have announced the line-up of performances for the 68th Annual Tony Awards, which will broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall in New York City, on CBS, on Sunday, June 8th…

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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

"Holler if Ya Hear Me" Hip Hops Onto Broadway by Matthew Wexler

Broadway and Hip-Hop will merge with the arrival of the new musical Holler If Ya Hear Me. First preview is June 2. The production explores the world inside Tupac Shakur's music and lyrics an…

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Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Off Broadway Alliance Award Winners Announced by Matthew Wexler

The Off Broadway Alliance, the organization of Off Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents and marketing professionals, today announced the winners of the 4th Annual Off…

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Sunday, May 25, 2014

Review: "Tony n' Tina's Wedding" Renews its Vows by Matthew Wexler

Summer is nearly here and it's that time of the year when more couples take their vows and enter into marital bliss. So what better time to revisit the icon of interactive theater, the reviv…

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Monday, May 19, 2014

Interview: A Murderous Good Time with Joe Kinosian by Matthew Wexler

by Marcus Scott The world of theater is changing, with much of the excitement happening off-Broadway. For those suspicious minds, survey the productions that were nominated for the Pulitzer …

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Saturday, May 17, 2014

Bloomingdale's Celebrates Tonys with Costume Displays and Live Performances by Matthew Wexler

Want to get an insider's look at the intricate costume designs that make their way to the Great White Way? The Tony Awards and Bloomingdale's are presenting a series of specialty experiences…

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Thursday, May 15, 2014

"Broadway Fashion Report" Launches This June by Matthew Wexler

Let the kitty claws come out. There's a new crew of fashionistas ready to read the red carpet. Tony Award-nominee Tony Marion (Big Fish, Evita, Ghost) will host a new web-seri…

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Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Review: "Bullets Over Broadway" " Caught in the Crossfire? by Matthew Wexler

Murder. Mayhem. Showgirls and tap dancing gangsters. What more could you ask for? Bullets Over Broadway, currently playing at the St. James Theatre, is a fast-paced musical theater gem that …

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Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Off Broadway Alliance Awards Announces Nominees by Matthew Wexler

The award nominations are rolling in this spring, the latest coming from the Off Broadway Alliance, the organization of Off Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents, and …

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Monday, May 12, 2014

Breaking News: Outer Critics Circle Award Winners by Matthew Wexler

Outer Critics Circle, the organization of writers and commentators for media covering New York theatre announced today its award winners for the 2013-14 season in 24 categories. Broadway sta…

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Sunday, May 11, 2014

Don't Miss Broadway Bares: Solo Strips by Matthew Wexler

This Mother’s Day, give mom a gift she will always remember: an evening with 11 of the most delectable male dancers from Broadway Bares. Bring your mom to this Sunday’s…

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Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Three to See: May by Matthew Wexler

Our top picks for May span the globe, from Neil Patrick Harris’s star turn on Broadway to a sultry new musical revue in Paris. Take your pick and support live theater wherever you are.…

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Friday, May 2, 2014

Review: "Here Lies Love" Reimagines Musical Theater by Matthew Wexler

There is musical theater, and then there is Here Lies Love, the immersive multimedia event that has recently launched a commercially produced open-ended run at the Public Theater where it re…

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Thursday, May 1, 2014

Review: "Red-Eye to Havre de Grace" at New York Theatre Workshop by Matthew Wexler

by Marcus Scott The moment the lights go down within the intimate 199-seat theater at the New York Theatre Workshop, the audience is dropped within the illuminated mind of a 19th century par…

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Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Review: Harris Rocks "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" by Matthew Wexler

Contributor Linsday B. Davis revisits Hedwig and the Angry Inch on Broadway in its powerful revival starring Neil Patrick Harris. Hedwig and the Angry Inch, John Cameron Mitchell an…

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Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Tony Award Nominations Announced! by Matthew Wexler

Nominations in 26 competitive categories for the American Theatre Wing's 68th Annual Antoinette Perry "Tony" Awards® were announced today by actress of stage and screen Lucy Liu and To…

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Monday, April 28, 2014

Exclusive Interview: Steven Reineke and The New York Pops by Matthew Wexler

The best of Broadway and beyond descend upon Carnegie Hall to help celebrate the New York Pops 31st Birthday Gala, led by musical director and conductor Steven Reineke. The Broadway Blog had…

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Friday, April 25, 2014

Exclusive Interview: Deidra Edwards Takes on "Fat Pig" by Matthew Wexler

Broadway Blog editor Matthew Wexler chats with star and producer of the much-anticipated revival of Neil LaBute’s Fat Pig, opening at L.A.’s Hudson Mainstage Theatre. Deidr…

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Thursday, April 24, 2014

Happy Birthday, Barbra! "Buyer and Cellar"'s Christopher J. Hanke Dishes on the Diva and More by Matthew Wexler

Today is Barbra Streisands 72nd birthday! To celebrate, contributor Marcus Scott interviews Buyer & Cellar star, Christopher J. Hanke and dishes about the diva and other theater favor…

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Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Review: "Casa Valentina," Harvey Fierstein's Heartbreaking House of Cards by Matthew Wexler

Broadway Blog editor Matthew Wexler reviews the latest work by Harvey Fierstein. “When you make the two one… and when you make the MALE AND THE FEMALE INTO A SINGLE ONE"then shal…

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Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Outer Critics Circle Nominations Announced! by Matthew Wexler

Outer Critics Circle, the organization of writers and commentators covering New York theater for out-of-town newspapers, national publications and other media beyond Broadway, announced toda…

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Review: Shakina Brings Down the House in "One Woman Show" by Matthew Wexler

By Lindsay B. Davis On April 14, 2014, Broadway Battles Bullying presented on a benefit concert to raise money for the family of Michael Morones, an 11-year-old boy who attempted suicide …

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Monday, April 21, 2014

Broadway's Annual Easter Bonnet Competition Returns! by Matthew Wexler

The Easter Bonnet Competition is the culmination of six intensive weeks of fundraising efforts by company members of Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring productions. Curtain speec…

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