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SONGS FOR JUSTICE: A Benefit For Everytown For Gun Safety Announced at The Green Room 42
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2018


The Green Room 42 presents Songs for Justice: A Benefit for Everytown for Gun Safety produced by Suzanne Dressler and Music Direction by James Horan.

Regional Roundup: Top New Features This Week Around Our BroadwayWorld 2/9 - DOGFIGHT, MOTOWN, WAITRESS and More!
by BWW Special - Feb 9, 2018


BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more. This week, we feature DOGFIGHT, MOTOWN, WAITRESS and More!

BWW Review: Dogfight's Return To Japan - A Good Bet
by Mara Jill Herman - Feb 8, 2018


In Toho Stage's return engagement of Dogfight patrons may recognize several company members. All but three actors were part of the Japanese premiere in 2015 at Theater Crea in Chiyoda. Based on the 1991 Warner Brothers film written by Bob Comfort, the musical stays faithful to the screenplay. This current revival in three cities- Osaka, Tokyo, and Nagoya­- features the all-Japanese cast in a distinctly American story set in the backdrop of the Vietnam War.

Regional Roundup: Top New Features This Week Around Our BroadwayWorld 1/12 - RAGTIME, WAITRESS, and More!
by BWW Special - Jan 12, 2018


BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more. This week, we feature The Book of Mormon, Waitress, Love Never Dies, and More!

BWW Review: A Whole New World In Minato, Tokyo
by Mara Jill Herman - Jan 10, 2018


Aladdin the 1992 Disney animated feature about a protagonist who strives to overcome great obstacles and fulfill a dream is the magic formula that drives most Hollywood blockbusters. For over 20 years this action-packed love story has delighted audiences with colorful fantasy and lofty fun, earning two Oscars, four Grammys including Alan Menken and Tim Rice's Song Of The Year A Whole New World, and iconic melodies and vocal performances, most notably by the late, great Robin Williams who voiced the Genie.

Regional Roundup: Top New Features This Week Around Our BroadwayWorld 12/29 - FIDDLER, LES MIS, LOVE NEVER DIES, and More!
by BWW Special - Dec 29, 2017


BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more. This week, we feature FIDDLER, LES MIS, and LOVE NEVER DIES.

BWW Review: Fiddler On The Roof - A Tradition In Japan
by Mara Jill Herman - Dec 28, 2017


This past Hanukkah I witnessed a kind of miracle in modern times: Toho Stage's Fiddler on the Roof, performed in Japanese by an all Asian company. The quintessential Jewish musical set in Imperial Russia in 1905 is based on Tevye and his Daughters and other tales by Sholem Aleichem about a poor dairyman's attempts to maintain his cultural and religious traditions in a changing world.

New York Theatre Barn to Conclude 9th Season of New Works Series Next Month at the cell
by BWW News Desk - Nov 23, 2016


The ninth season of New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series concludes on Monday, December 5, 2016 at The Cell with pre-premieres of two new musicals: 'Little Things' and 'Sam's Room.'

PLATH. Begins Tonight at FringeNYC
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2015


Plath. had its first production at Columbia University's Glicker-Milstein Theatre in Fall 2014, and the creative team is excited to bring this new musical to the New York International Fringe Festival this August under the direction of Emily Feinstein.

PLATH. to Play FringeNYC, 8/20-29
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2015


Plath. had its first production at Columbia University's Glicker-Milstein Theatre in Fall 2014, and the creative team is excited to bring this new musical to the New York International Fringe Festival this August under the direction of Emily Feinstein.

LADY AND THE VAMP Set for Laurie Beechman Theatre, 5/4
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 27, 2015


'Lady and the Vamp' celebrates female musical theatre songwriters. This concert showcases today's female composers and lyricists, with the goal of visibility and gender equality in musical theatre. These ladies are 'breaking the glissando ceiling' in an evening of wine, women, and song.

NYMF'S NEXT BROADWAY SENSATION 2014 Finalists Announced
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 8, 2014


The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) has announced finalists for the 2014 NYMF'S NEXT BROADWAY SENSATION competition. The first two rounds of competition were held Friday and Saturday at New World Stages.

2014 NYMF'S NEXT BROADWAY SENSATION Competition Returns Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2014


The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) has announced details for the 2014 NYMF'S NEXT BROADWAY SENSATION competition. A perennial fan-favorite, the competition will return in December with an impressive new list of celebrity mentors.

Birthright Israel Alumni Presents Musical Theatre Cabaret Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2014


Join Birthright Israel Alumni tonight, May 21st at 11:30pm for an evening of musical theatre performances. The cabaret performance will feature Birthright Israel Alumni currently lighting up the NYC stages! The event will be held in The Metropolitant Room (34 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10010).

Birthright Israel Alumni to Present Musical Theatre Cabaret on 5/21
by Louisa Brady - May 16, 2014


Join Birthright Israel Alumni on Wednesday, May 21st at 11:30pm for an evening of musical theatre performances. The cabaret performance will feature Birthright Israel Alumni currently lighting up the NYC stages! The event will be held in The Metropolitant Room (34 W 22nd St, New York, NY 10010).

Gallery Players Closes Season with RENT, Now thru 5/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 26, 2014


Having successfully conquered a colorful year of programming that has received both critical and popular praise, The Gallery Players will bring their 47th Mainstage Season to a close with one of the most popular musicals to date - RENT. As Gallery has developed a reputation for reimagining these iconic pieces, President Mark Harborth (Chess, Dreamgirls) promises a unique experience for audiences already familiar with the show. 'You won't see a striped winter scarf in this production (or a sexy Santa suit for that matter) but you will hear every note of Jonathan Larson's passionate score performed by one of the most dynamic and talented casts and orchestras Gallery has assembled.'

Gallery Players to Close Season with RENT, 4/26-5/18
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 9, 2014


Having successfully conquered a colorful year of programming that has received both critical and popular praise, The Gallery Players will bring their 47th Mainstage Season to a close with one of the most popular musicals to date - RENT. As Gallery has developed a reputation for reimagining these iconic pieces, President Mark Harborth (Chess, Dreamgirls) promises a unique experience for audiences already familiar with the show. 'You won't see a striped winter scarf in this production (or a sexy Santa suit for that matter) but you will hear every note of Jonathan Larson's passionate score performed by one of the most dynamic and talented casts and orchestras Gallery has assembled.'

Rob Shapiro's 1 NIGHT ONLY: A HANUKKAH JAMBOREE Plays 54 Below Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2013


54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Rob Shapiro's '1 Night Only: A Hanukkah Jamboree' tonight, November 26, 2013.

Sierra Boggess, Mandy Gonzalez, HIT LIST Concert & More Set for 54 Below in Coming Weeks
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 25, 2013


Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, the performance venue located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond:

Rob Shapiro's 1 NIGHT ONLY: A HANUKKAH JAMBOREE to Play 54 Below, 11/26
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2013


54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Rob Shapiro's '1 Night Only: A Hanukkah Jamboree' on November 26, 2013. It's time for another Jewish holiday! Back after a sold out performance at Ars Nova's ANT Fest, Rob Shapiro and friends present 1 Night Only: A Hanukkah Jamboree. Join musical Maccabees Mara Jill Herman, Drew Hirshfield, Melanie Hopkins, Ally Bonino and Sam Heldt to witness the great trials endured by Mattathias and his sons, the miracle of oil and the ancient art of driedel spinning! Tell your bubbe you will celebrate the Festival of Lights at 54 Below with prizes, menorahs, and shiksas, oh my! Directed by Leah Bonvissuto, the show will also feature special guests Rachel Sklar, Daniel Mate, and Alexis Field.

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