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TUTS Presents JEKYLL & HYDE, 10/9-21
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 6, 2012


Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has announced the international musical sensation and four time Tony Award nominee Jekyll & Hyde will run at Hobby Center For The Performing Arts Oct. 9 - 21, 2012 as TUTS' opening show for its 2012-2013 "A Lot To Love" season. After four thrilling, chilling years on Broadway and multiple world-wide tours, this 'dark and dangerous love story returns in a stunning new production' that includes all the classic songs ("This is the Moment," "A New Life," and "Someone Like You") that first grabbed audiences by the throat and transformed Jekyll & Hyde into a theatrical phenomenon.

OFFICIAL: Richard White, Laird Mackintosh and Teal Wicks Join Broadway-Bound JEKYLL & HYDE Tour; Complete Cast Announced!
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 31, 2012


Nederlander Presentations, Inc. today announced the complete cast for the new production of the international musical sensation JEKYLL & HYDE returning to Broadway in Spring 2013, following a 25-week National Tour.

30 DAYS OF NYMF: Day 8- Stuck
by 30 Days of NYMF 2012 - Jul 16, 2012


How I Got Stuck at NYMF...

BWW Interviews: The Leading Men of NYMF - Jarrod Spector, Daniel Quadrino, Brandon Timmons & Mel Johnson Jr.
by Joseph F. Panarello - Jul 13, 2012


The New York Music Theater Festival can easily be considered a harbor for the freshest talents in musical theater. Over a period of several weeks, an astonishing number of musical productions are presented on vest pocket stages throughout New York City. As is often the case with harbors, there is a confluence of talent feeding into it. Not only is this talent from all over the nation, but it ranges from the youngest to the most experienced and they all converge on the city for this event.

Photo Flash: Danny Bolero, Mel Johnson Jr. et al. in Rehearsal for NYMF's STUCK
by BWW News Desk - Jul 3, 2012


Danny Bolero (Broadway's In The Heights), Mel Johnson Jr. (Broadway's The Lion King, Hot Feet, The Rink), Beth McVey (Broadway's Beauty and the Beast, 42nd Street, Nine), ANITA WELCH (Avenue Q National Tour), Tim Young (Broadway's Next To Normal) and EJ ZIMMERMAN (Avenue Q National Tour) will star in Riley Thomas' subway tuner STUCK in the 2012 New York Musical Theatre Festival. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsal below!

Danny Bolero, Mel Johnson Jr., et al. to Lead STUCK at NYMF
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 13, 2012


DANNY BOLERO (Broadway's In The Heights), MEL JOHNSON JR. (Broadway's The Lion King, Hot Feet, The Rink), BETH McVEY (Broadway's Beauty and the Beast, 42nd Street, Nine), ANITA WELCH (Avenue Q National Tour), TIM YOUNG (Broadway's Next To Normal) and EJ ZIMMERMAN (Avenue Q National Tour) will star in RILEY THOMAS' subway tuner STUCK in the 2012 New York Musical Theatre Festival.

Tom Dugan Set for ROBERT E. LEE - SHADES OF GREY at Theatre 40, Now thru 6/27
by BWW News Desk - Jun 11, 2012


The one-man historical play 'Robert E. Lee - Shades of Gray' will be performed by Drama Critics Circle Award Winning Actor and Playwright Tom Dugan on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from tonight, June 11 through June 27, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. at Theatre 40, 241 South Moreno Drive in Beverly Hills, CA, during the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.

Tom Dugan Set for ROBERT E. LEE - SHADES OF GREY at Theatre 40, 6/11-27
by Max Schwager - Jun 4, 2012


The one-man historical play 'Robert E. Lee - Shades of Gray' will be performed by Drama Critics Circle Award Winning Actor and Playwright Tom Dugan on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from June 11 through June 27, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. at Theatre 40, 241 South Moreno Drive in Beverly Hills, CA, during the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.

Josephine Tonight Closes at MetroStage
by BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2012


Carolyn Griffin has announced that MetroStage will be presenting the premiere of a new musical, Josephine Tonight, with book and lyrics by Sherman Yellen, and music by Wally Harper, through Mar. 18, 2012.

Josephine Tonight Opens at MetroStage 1/26-3/18
by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2012


Carolyn Griffin has announced that MetroStage will be presenting the premiere of a new musical, Josephine Tonight, with book and lyrics by Sherman Yellen, and music by Wally Harper, Jan. 26-Mar. 18, 2012.

Josephine Tonight Opens at MetroStage 1/26-3/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 24, 2012


Carolyn Griffin has announced that MetroStage will be presenting the premiere of a new musical, Josephine Tonight, with book and lyrics by Sherman Yellen, and music by Wally Harper, Jan. 26-Mar. 18, 2012.

Dowtin, Leggs, Stewart, et al. Set for Centerstage's The Wiz, 9/29-11/7
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2010


Casting has been announced for Centerstage's revival of the musical THE WIZ, which will open on September 29 and run through November 7. The production will be directed by Irene Lewis, with choreography by Willie Rosario and musical direction by Eric Svejcar.

THE WIZ Arrives In Baltimore 9/29-11/7
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2010


The cast has been selected, the designers are prepping, the shops are buzzing, and rehearsals start this week for The Wiz! This highly anticipated production of a beloved Broadway original will feature some familiar faces, recognizable voices, and several local talents-all under the direction of Artistic Director Irene Lewis, working with musical director Eric Svejcar, and choreographer Willie Rosario.

BWW Reviews: Ease on Down to Center Stage for THE WIZ
by Charles Shubow - Oct 14, 2010


Irene Lewis Initiates Her Last Season as Artistic Director with a Blockbuster Musical

Dowtin, Leggs, Stewart, et al. Set for Centerstage's The Wiz, 9/29-11/7
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2010


Casting has been announced for Centerstage's revival of the musical THE WIZ, which will open on September 29 and run through November 7. The production will be directed by Irene Lewis, with choreography by Willie Rosario and musical direction by Eric Svejcar.

THE WIZ Arrives In Baltimore 9/29-11/7
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2010


The cast has been selected, the designers are prepping, the shops are buzzing, and rehearsals start this week for The Wiz! This highly anticipated production of a beloved Broadway original will feature some familiar faces, recognizable voices, and several local talents-all under the direction of Artistic Director Irene Lewis, working with musical director Eric Svejcar, and choreographer Willie Rosario.

Dowtin, Leggs, Stewart, et al. Set for Centerstage's The Wiz, 9/29-11/7
by Lauren Wolman - Aug 29, 2010


Casting has been announced for Centerstage's revival of the musical THE WIZ, which will open on September 29 and run through November 7. The production will be directed by Irene Lewis, with choreography by Willie Rosario and musical direction by Eric Svejcar.

THE WIZ Arrives In Baltimore 9/29-11/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 27, 2010


The cast has been selected, the designers are prepping, the shops are buzzing, and rehearsals start this week for The Wiz! This highly anticipated production of a beloved Broadway original will feature some familiar faces, recognizable voices, and several local talents-all under the direction of Artistic Director Irene Lewis, working with musical director Eric Svejcar, and choreographer Willie Rosario.

Photo Coverage: 'VICTORIA & FREDERICK FOR PRESIDENT' Opening Night
by Movies News Desk - Aug 18, 2009


Victoria & Frederick for President is running August 15th- 22nd at the New School for Drama in the 2009 New York International Fringe Festival. The official opening night took place on Monday, August 17th, and BroadwayWorld.com's cameras were there!

Cast Announced For Grenier's VICTORIA & FREDERICK FOR PRESIDENT At The 2009 NY Int'l Fringe Festival 8/15-22
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 6, 2009


Full casting has been announced for Victoria & Frederick for President, running August 15th- 22nd at the New School for Drama in the 2009 New York International Fringe Festival. Official opening night is scheduled for Monday, August 17th.

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