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James Vásquez Replaces Oanh Nguyen as Director of The Old Globe's ROCKY HORROR
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 2, 2011


The Old Globe today announced that James Vásquez will direct the theater's upcoming revival of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show. Vásquez replaces the previously announced Oanh Nguyen, who has departed the production due to artistic differences.

Photo Flash: Matt McGrath & More in The Old Globe's ROCKY HORROR SHOW - First Promo Shots!
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 30, 2011


Matt McGrath (Cabaret, The Black Rider: The Casting of the Magic Bullets) leads The Old Globe's production of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show as Frank ‘N' Furter. James Vásquez directs the musical with book, music and lyrics by Richard O'Brien, choreography by JT Horenstein and music direction by Mike Wilkins. The first publicity shots of the company in partial costume have been released and BroadwayWorld brings you a look below!

Matt McGrath Replaces James Barbour in ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Old Globe this Fall
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 23, 2011


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced that Matt McGrath will appear in the role of Frank ‘N' Furter in The Old Globe's upcoming production of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show. McGrath appeared on Broadway as the Emcee in Sam Mendes' hit revival of Cabaret and in the international tour of Tom Waits and William S. Burroughs' The Black Rider: The Casting of the Magic Bullets directed by Robert Wilson. He has also appeared Off Broadway in Hedwig and the Angry Itch and A Fair Country at Lincoln Center Theater. McGrath replaces the previously announced James Barbour, who has departed the production.

James Barbour EXITS Old Globe's ROCKY HORROR
by Robert Diamond - Aug 18, 2011


Today the Old Globe's Executive Producer Lou Spisto and James Barbour announced that Barbour has regretfully departed the role of Frank ‘N' Furter in The Old Globe's upcoming production of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show due to issues with his wife's pregnancy. A replacement for the role will be announced soon.

Photo Flash: James Barbour to Star in ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Old Globe
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 11, 2011


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for The Old Globe's revival of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show.

James Barbour to Star in Old Globe's ROCKY HORROR SHOW; Full Cast Announced
by Robert Diamond - Aug 11, 2011


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for The Old Globe's revival of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show. Oanh Nguyen directs the classic cult musical with book, music and lyrics by Richard O'Brien, choreography by JT Horenstein and music direction by Mike Wilkins. The Rocky Horror Show will run in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, Sept. 15 - Nov. 6. Preview performances run Sept. 15 - Sept. 22. Opening night is Friday, Sept. 23 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are currently available by subscription only. Single tickets will go on sale online on Friday, Aug. 19 at midnight. Single tickets will go on sale at the Globe Box Office on Sunday, Aug. 21 at 10:00 a.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE or by visiting the Box Office at 1363 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park.

SISTAS: The Musical Closes Today at the Abingdon Theater Complex
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2011


SISTAS: The Musical is the story of African-American women told through popular music, from 'God Bless the Child' to Destiny's Child.

SISTAS: The Musical Opens Today at the Abingdon Theater Complex
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 11, 2011


SISTAS: The Musical is the story of African-American women told through popular music, from 'God Bless the Child' to Destiny's Child.

STAGE TUBE: Inside WONDERLAND's Cast Ablum Recording Session!
by Nicole Rosky - May 27, 2011


Broadway's WONDERLAND played its final performance this Sunday, May 15 at 3pm at the Marquis Theatre in front of a packed house including many Broadway notables. The show played 31 previews and 33 regular performances. WONDERLAND began previews Monday, March 21 and opened Sunday, April 17. The production will play a National tour. Dates and venues to be announced soon. Click below to behind the scenes of the recording of 'One Knight' and 'Finding Wonderland' from the show!

BWW Radio Bids Farewell to WONDERLAND
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2011


STAGE TUBE: A Broadway Love Story! Darren Ritchie Proposes to Janet Dacal at Final WONDERLAND Curtain Call - The Video!
by Robert Diamond - May 15, 2011


As we first reported earlier, at the curtain call the show's love story mixed with real life, as Darren Ritchie, who played Jack the White Knight proposed to his co-star, Janet Dacal, who played Alice. Darren proposed to Janet on stage right after the curtain call with the entire audience in the house. Janet screamed 'I said yes!' In the audience, there were tears of joy mixed with the sadness for the show closing. Now, the first videos are making their way onto YouTube!

A Broadway Love Story! Darren Ritchie Proposes to Janet Dacal at Final WONDERLAND Curtain Call!
by Robert Diamond - May 15, 2011


At the curtain call the show's love story mixed with real life, as Darren Ritchie, who played Jack the White Knight proposed to his co-star, Janet Dacal, who played Alice. Darren proposed to Janet on stage right after the curtain call with the entire audience in the house. Janet screamed 'I said yes!' In the audience, there were tears of joy mixed with the sadness for the show closing.

TV Flashback: WONDERLAND on Broadway; Final Show Today
by Robert Diamond - May 15, 2011


Broadway's WONDERLAND will play its final performance this Sunday, May 15 at 3pm at the Marquis Theatre. As of that date the show will have played 31 previews and 33 regular performances. WONDERLAND began previews Monday, March 21 and opened Sunday, April 17. Here's a look back at footage from the show!

Through the Looking Glass - WONDERLAND Plays Final Show Today
by Robert Diamond - May 15, 2011


Broadway's WONDERLAND will play its final performance this Sunday, May 15 at 3pm at the Marquis Theatre. As of that date the show will have played 31 previews and 33 regular performances. WONDERLAND began previews Monday, March 21 and opened Sunday, April 17.

STAGE TUBE: WONDERLAND Visits Good Day!
by Charlie Piane - May 12, 2011


Broadway's WONDERLAND is the new musical inspired by the classic fairy tale 'Alice in Wonderland.' Karen Mason, who plays the Queen of Hearts, and three of her ladies in waiting -- Natalie Hill, Morgan James, and Kate Loprest -- perform on the Good Day stage.

WONDERLAND Launches Talkback Series Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2011


Broadway's WONDERLAND will offer a series of Talkbacks for all audience members May 10 through 12. Composer Frank Wildhorn will lead the Talkback after the performance on Tuesday, May 10; Karen Mason (The Queen of Hearts) and Kate Shindle (The Mad Hatter) will lead the one after the evening performance on Wednesday, May 11, and Janet Dacal (Alice) and Darren Ritchie (Jack, the White Knight) will lead the one after the performance on Thursday, May 12. WONDERLAND is now playing at the Marquis Theatre on Broadway at 46th Street. Each night, the panelists will answer questions from the audience and will talk about WONDERLAND's journey to Broadway.

WONDERLAND to Close on Broadway; Plays Final Show May 15
by Robert Diamond - May 10, 2011


Broadway's WONDERLAND will play its final performance this Sunday, May 15 at 3pm at the Marquis Theatre. As of that date the show will have played 31 previews and 33 regular performances. WONDERLAND began previews Monday, March 21 and opened Sunday, April 17.

WONDERLAND's Karen Mason Featured on WOR Radio Today
by Nicole Rosky - May 9, 2011


Karen Mason, who stars as The Queen of Hearts in Broadway new musical, WONDERLAND, will be featured on WOR Radio's 'Valerie's New York' today (Monday, May 9) at 6pm and WBAI Radio's 'Everything Old is New Again' today at 9:30pm.

WONDERLAND Featured on NY1's Parenting Report, 5/6
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2011


Broadway's WONDERLAND will be featured on NY-1's 'Parenting Report' at the following times: Thursday, May 6 at 11am, 2pm, 3:30pm and 5pm; Friday, May 7 at 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3:30pm and 5pm; Saturday, May 8 at 7:30am, 8:30am, 10am, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm; and Sunday, May 9 at 7am, 9am and 2:30pm.

WONDERLAND Launches Talkback Series, 5/10
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2011


Broadway's WONDERLAND will offer a series of Talkbacks for all audience members May 10 through 12. Composer Frank Wildhorn will lead the Talkback after the performance on Tuesday, May 10; Karen Mason (The Queen of Hearts) and Kate Shindle (The Mad Hatter) will lead the one after the evening performance on Wednesday, May 11, and Janet Dacal (Alice) and Darren Ritchie (Jack, the White Knight) will lead the one after the performance on Thursday, May 12. WONDERLAND is now playing at the Marquis Theatre on Broadway at 46th Street. Each night, the panelists will answer questions from the audience and will talk about WONDERLAND's journey to Broadway.

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