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Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ on Broadway?
According to a Yahoo news article Producer James L. Nederlander has said that he has acquired the rights to produce a stage version of Michael Jackson’s hit music video “Thriller”. As of right now there are no firm plans for the show, but stay tuned to Musical Reviewer as we get information on this new [...]
Broadway’s Charlotte d’Amboise has “One Life to Live”, Jan. 16
Broadway veteran Charlotte d’Amboise (pictured 2nd in from left in the 2nd row with red leotard) is joining the cast of soap opera “One Life to Live,” today, January 16, 2009. She will be playing the vice principal of the fictional Llanview High, Ms. Dickinson. Coincidentally, her former A Chorus Line co-star Jason Tam (pictured [...]
MADtv’s Nicole Parker to Star as Elphaba in Wicked, Jan. 16
Nicole Parker, star of MADtv, will be taking over the role of Elphaba in Broadway’s Wicked from Marcie Dodd as of tonight, January 16, 2009. She is contracted to play Elphaba through mid-summer 2009. In addition to her role on the sketch show MADtv, which she has performed on since 2003, her other screen credits [...]
Happy 1st Broadway Anniversary, Little Mermaid!
While many shows on Broadway are suffering due to the economy, there’s still some room for celebration: Disney’s The Little Mermaid is celebrating its first anniversary on Broadway today, January 10, 2009. It is playing at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, and as of now there is no talk of a closing date. The popular under-the-sea show [...]
Rent granted eviction extension!
Rentheads’ (a.k.a. diehard Rent fans) voices have been heard: the hit Broadway musical has been granted an extension, and will close September 7, 2008. This is an extension of approximately 3 months. (Previously a closing date of June 1 had been reported.) No doubt ticket demand had some influence in this case. If you’ve already [...]
Xanadu’s Cheyenne Jackson to star in “Shifting the Canvas”
Cheyenne Jackson, star of Broadway’s surprise hit musical Xanadu, will be starring in the new film “Shifting the Canvas,” directed by Chuck Griffith. Don’t worry, Xanadu fans — the filming will not interfere with his Xanadu performances. Press notes describe the movie, saying it “tells the story about a group of artists living in Williamsburg, [...]
Grey Gardens on Regis & Kelly
Here’s another clip of the closing “Grey Gardens,” when it was featured on “Live with Regis and Kelly.” Neil Patrick Harris co-hosted that day, too! This song is “Peas in a Pod,” featuring Christine Ebersole and Erin Davie as Edie & Edith. This clip is adorable! Enjoy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npe6WP-4cNE Technorati Tags: Grey Gardens, Christine Ebersole, Erin [...]
Grey Gardens on the 2007 Tony Awards
In light on the closing of Grey Gardens on Sunday, July 29, here is a video for your enjoyment. The song is “The Revolutionary Costume for Today,” performed by Christine Ebersole as “Edie.” Enjoy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4gcjjTfGeM Technorati Tags: Grey Gardens, Christine Ebersole, Erin Davie, Broadway, Broadway Musicals, Musicals, Musical Theatre, Musical Theater, Broadway Musical
Queen Latifah on The Today Show
Queen Latifah appeared on “The Today Show” on Monday, July 16, talking about her role in the new musical film “Hairspray.” Here’s the interview! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nI0kAVbE1ao Technorati Tags: Queen Latifah, Hairspray, Hairspray Movie, Hairspray, Broadway, Broadway Musicals, Musicals, Musical Theatre, Musical Theater, Broadway Musical
John Travolta Interview — Part 2
John Travolta on “Live with Regis and Kelly,” July 17, talking about the musical film “Hairspray.” Here’s part 2 of the interview: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zs2z20Tm-h8 Missed part one? Click here! Technorati Tags: Hairspray, Hairspray Movie, John Travolta, Hairspray, Broadway, Broadway Musicals, Musicals, Musical Theatre, Musical Theater, Broadway Musical
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