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Thursday, April 20, 2017

New York and Los Angeles Theaters Partner to Bring New American Plays to Broadway by Michael Paulson

The works, by Lynn Nottage, Will Eno and others, would appear in California at Center Theater Group, then at Second Stage, in its new Broadway home.

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Wednesday, April 19, 2017

Andy Karl, Injured 'Groundhog Day' Star, to Miss Several Shows by Michael Paulson

The show said Mr. Karl would miss the Wednesday matinee and evening performances, the Thursday evening performance, and the Saturday matinee.

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Tuesday, April 18, 2017

Kevin Spacey Is to Host the Tony Awards by Michael Paulson

Mr. Spacey, who has appeared in six Broadway productions and won a Tony in 1991, has lately been playing a nefarious U.S. president on "House of Cards."

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Monday, April 17, 2017

Disney's 'Frozen' Musical Casts Its Princesses by Michael Paulson

The Disney Theatrical Group said Monday that it had chosen Caissie Levy to play Elsa and Patti Murin to play Anna in this adaptation of the 2013 film.

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Andy Karl, the Star of 'Groundhog Day,' Is to Perform on Opening Night by Michael Paulson

Mr. Karl, who was injured on Friday, will wear a knee brace and may limp a bit.

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Sunday, April 16, 2017

A 'Carousel' Revival Promises Stars, Onstage and Off by Michael Paulson

The cast includes Jessie Mueller, Joshua Henry and Renée Fleming, while New York City Ballet's Justin Peck will choreograph.

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A Pioneering Pilot, a Broadway Show and a Life-Changing Bond by Michael Paulson

"Come From Away" has brought together an actress and the real-life pilot who broke barriers and whose flight was diverted to Newfoundland on 9/11.

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Saturday, April 15, 2017

Andy Karl, Star of Musical 'Groundhog Day,' Is Injured During Preview by Michael Paulson

Two days before the musical was set to open, its star was injured during a preview performance. After a 15-minute break, he finished the show, using a cane.

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Wednesday, April 12, 2017

A Second Bite of the Wonka Bar: Reimagining 'Charlie' for Broadway by Michael Paulson

The New York musical version of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" required a new director, a new cast, a partial rewrite and old favorite songs.

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The 'Hamilton' Spoof 'Spamilton' Is on the Move by Michael Paulson

Parody loves company: 'Spamilton" will be down the street from the real thing.

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Tuesday, April 11, 2017

'In Transit,' Broadway's First a Cappella Musical, Will Close Sunday by Michael Paulson

Reviews were week and the show has struggled since it opened on Dec. 11.

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Saturday, April 8, 2017

Tim Pigott-Smith, Actor Who Put Prince Charles on the Throne, Dies at 70 by Michael Paulson

Mr. Pigott-Smith was playing Willy Loman in a production of "Death of a Salesman" that was about to open.

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Friday, April 7, 2017

'Significant Other' to End Its Run on Broadway by Michael Paulson

The play received generally positive reviews but did not shine at the box office.

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Thursday, April 6, 2017

Pulitzer Winner's Trump Play Is to Come to New York by Michael Paulson

"Building the Wall," written by Robert Schenkkan ("All the Way"), is having a few productions around the country before playing Off Broadway in May.

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Monday, March 27, 2017

'Once on This Island' Revival Sets Broadway Dates by Michael Paulson

This musical, which ran on Broadway in 1990, depicts a folk tale set in the Caribbean.

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Thursday, March 23, 2017

In 'The Play That Goes Wrong,' It's Murder, Strictly for Laughs by Michael Paulson

The three British actors behind this farcical mystery discuss the comedy and the thrill of possible injury in a performance.

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Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Two Female Playwrights Arrive on Broadway. What Took So Long? by Michael Paulson

Lynn Nottage and Paula Vogel, both Pulitzer winners, will finally make their Broadway debuts this spring. What does that say about the plight of women writing for the stage?

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Friday, March 17, 2017

The Battle of 'Miss Saigon': Yellowface, Art and Opportunity by Michael Paulson

The musical " a love story set during the Vietnam War " ignited a fierce debate over the casting of a white actor in a Eurasian role. Now, it's back on Broadway.

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Thursday, March 16, 2017

A Broadway Musical Brings Out Canadian Soft Power by Michael Paulson

"Come From Away," set in Newfoundland, has attracted many displays of national pride, including from the lead Canadian, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

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Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Justin Trudeau Brings Ivanka Trump to Broadway Show on Welcoming Outsiders by Michael Paulson

The Canadian prime minister, who has emphasized welcoming refugees, attended "Come From Away" with the president's daughter in a pairing that was rich with symbolism.

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Tuesday, March 14, 2017

A $5 'Snow Special' for Dance, and Plenty of Theater Discounts by Michael Cooper, Randy Kennedy, Michael Paulson and Erik Piepenburg

Check out the theater, dance and museum deals we found for snow-drenched tourists and families with cabin fever.

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Wednesday, March 8, 2017

What Do 'Hamilton,' 'Amélie' and 'Great Comet' Have in Common? Phillipa Soo by Michael Paulson

Three roles Ms. Soo helped originate will be on Broadway at the same time.

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Monday, March 6, 2017

Blackburn Prize for Women Playwrights Goes to Clare Barron by Michael Paulson

Ms. Barron earned the annual prize " $25,000 and a signed print by Willem de Kooning " for her new play "Dance Nation," about a preteen dance contest.

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A Loverly Revival: 'My Fair Lady' to Return to Broadway Next Year by Michael Paulson

The show, based on George Bernard Shaw's "Pygmalion," will be at Vivian Beaumont Theater, directed by Bartlett Sher, starting next March.

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Saturday, March 4, 2017

Justin Trudeau to Attend Broadway Musical 'Come From Away' by Michael Paulson

The production, written by Canadians, is about a town in Newfoundland that embraced air travelers who were stranded there after the Sept. 11 attacks.

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Tuesday, February 28, 2017

Premieres and a Sarah Ruhl Play Coming From Playwrights Horizons by Michael Paulson

Ms. Ruhl's latest play, "For Peter Pan on Her 70th Birthday," will open the season.

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Monday, February 27, 2017

City Center Summer Series Features 'Assassins' and 'Really Rosie' by Michael Paulson

The musicals "Assassins," "The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin" and "Really Rosie" will be performed during the Encores! Off-Center season.

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Monday, February 20, 2017

Hillary Clinton's in the House by Michael Paulson

Tweetstorms arise when she takes her seat in the theater, and everyone wants a selfie.

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Sunday, February 19, 2017

Arts Groups Draft Battle Plans as Trump Funding Cuts Loom by Michael Cooper, Michael Paulson, Graham Bowley, Robin Pogrebin and Randy Kennedy

Across the country, orchestras, theaters and operas reacted with alarm that public funding for the arts could be cut under President Trump.

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Thursday, February 16, 2017

Sara Bareilles Will Star in 'Waitress,' Her Broadway Acting Debut by Michael Paulson

Ms. Bareilles, who composed the music and wrote the lyrics to the hit show, will succeed Jessie Mueller in the lead role on March 31.

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Wednesday, February 15, 2017

A 'Hamilton' Star Is to Replace Josh Groban in 'Great Comet' by Michael Paulson

Okieriete Onaodowan was Hercules Mulligan and James Madison in "Hamilton." Next, he'll play Pierre in "Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812."

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