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Cats is a film adaptation of the 1981 musical by legendary composer Andrew Lloyd-Webber based on the 1939 poetry book Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. The original Broadway production ran for 18 years and 7,485 performances, making it the sixth longest-running production in Broadway history.



The film is being directed by Tom Hooper, whose other recent film credits include The King's Speech and Les Miserables. Lee Hall, who wrote both the screenplay of Billy Elliot and the book of the film's musical adaptation, is writing the screenplay for Cats. Tony winner Andy Blankenbuehler, known for his work on Hamilton, Bandstand, and In the Heights, is also involved in the film as its choreographer. Cats officially wrapped filming in April 2019, and the movie is set to be released on December 20th, 2019.


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Tickets Go On Sale For CATS At PPAC Today
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2018


One of the biggest hits in theatrical history, CATS will open at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in Providence, RI, Tuesday, January 22 to Sunday, January 27, 2019 as part of a multi-season North American tour. In Providence, CATS is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series. CATS is recommended for ages 6 and up.

The Company Theatre Presents 2019 Season Open House
by Julie Musbach - Oct 18, 2018


The award-winning Company Theatre, celebrating its 40th anniversary, presents its annual Open House, to announce the 2019 theatre season on Saturday, November 17 from 10 am to 1 pm, at The Company Theatre, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell. Attendees are the first to learn about the 2019 performance schedule, featuring the finest productions in theatre, music, comedy, mystery, concerts and special events. The public enjoys tours of the theatre, first choice in ticketed seating, can learn about season subscription options and purchase holiday gift certificates. Refreshments and entertainment are provided, and cast members of Oliver! greet guests.

South by Southwest Music Festival Announces First Wave of Artists
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 17, 2018


The South by Southwest® Music Festival (SXSW®) has announced the initial list of Showcasing Artists invited to perform at the 2019 event. Each year, the festival hosts a curated mix of up-and-coming and legendary artists from around the world, performing in intimate clubs as well as renowned music venues. These up-close interactions in front of industry professionals and influencers, international media and music fans allow artists and other attendees the opportunity to advance their creative and career objectives. The SXSW Music Festival's 33rd annual event takes place Monday, March 11 - Sunday, March 17, 2019 in downtown Austin, Texas.

Stray Cats Mark Their 40th Anniversary With New Album and Tour in 2019
by Tori Hartshorn - Oct 16, 2018


STRAY CATS will mark their 40th anniversary in 2019 with a new album and tour. Brian Setzer, Lee Rocker and Slim Jim Phantom--original founding members of the acclaimed American rock and roll trio--are heading into a studio in Nashville to record their first new album in 25 years.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Launches 2019 Broadway In Hawaii Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2018


Cameron Mackintosh's spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA will make its highly anticipated premiere in Honolulu at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall August 7th - September 1, 2019 as part of the 2019 Broadway in Hawaii season. With newly reinvented staging and stunning scenic design, this new version of PHANTOM is performed by a cast and orchestra of 52, making this one of the largest productions on tour in North America. This blockbuster production is part of a three-show series presented by Broadway in Hawaii beginning in the fall of 2019 that also includes The Illusionists - Live From Broadway and RENT - The 20th Anniversary Tour. The only way to secure your tickets now is by purchasing the three-show package or by ordering a group of 10+.  Visit www.BroadwayinHawaii.com for details.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Returns to Manila; Show Premieres Feb. 20, 2019
by Oliver Oliveros - Oct 4, 2018


Broadway's longest-running musical, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, makes a long-awaited return to Manila and will premiere at The Theatre at Solaire for a limited engagement from February 20, 2019.

Rose Theatre Kingston Announces Spring 2019 Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2018


With the world premiere double-bill of Nick Dear's Hogarth's Progress currently playing at Rose Theatre Kingston as part of its 10th anniversary season, the company today announces its Spring 2019 season. This will be the first season presented in the venue's newly reconfigured auditorium, with developments taking place in January 2019 following a capital fundraising programme.

Lou Sanders Adds Extra Dates of SHAME PIG at the Soho Theatre
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 27, 2018


In response to tickets completely selling out before she had begun her run, Lou Sanders adds multiple extra shows at Soho Theatre with her best and most confessional solo hour yet, Shame Pig. Building on the success of a sell-out, critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Lou is set to perform at Soho Theatre from 25th - 29th September, with an extra late-night show on Saturday 29th September and an additional shows from 25th – 28th February 2019. Tickets can be found at Sohotheatre.com.

Raul Esparza to Lead Classic Stage Company's THE RESISTABLE RISE OF ARTURO UI
by Julie Musbach - Sep 26, 2018


Classic Stage Company announces the full cast for The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui, Bertolt Brecht's unsettlingly timeless work, which kicks off CSC's 2018-2019 season on October 30, with rehearsals beginning this week.

Starlight Theatre Announces A BRONX TALE, HELLO, DOLLY!, and More
by Julie Musbach - Sep 24, 2018


Starlight Theatre is pleased to announce its 2019 AdventHealth Broadway Series lineup, featuring a variety of shows sure to please Kansas City audiences. With so many fantastic productions hitting the road, Starlight booked a season to encompass five week-long Broadway musicals in addition to two weekend specials-giving patrons the ability to add or swap and customize their season to be truly theirs.

A BRONX TALE, ANASTASIA, CATS and More Announced for Broadway in Chicago Off-Season; Tickets On Sale This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2018


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce its next season will go on sale to the public this Sunday, September 23. The season includes: A BRONX TALE, ANASTASIA, CATS and Tony Award-winning COME FROM AWAY, FALSETTOS and A BAND'S VISIT.

THIRTEEN's Series NATURE Returns to PBS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 17, 2018


This fall, THIRTEEN's Emmy and Peabody Award-winning series Nature returns to PBS for its 37 th season, presenting new episodes Wednesdays at 8 p.m. on PBS beginning October 24 (check local listings) with Super Cats, A Nature Miniseries, which introduces wild cat behavior captured on film for the first time.

Spencer Theater Winter Season 2018-19 On Sale Now
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2018


Follow the yellow brick road to the theatrical wonderland of Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts in Alto, N.M. where some of the finest touring productions come to full flourish on stage this autumn 2018 through spring 2019.

Andrew Lloyd Webber Confirms CATS Film Adaptation 2019 Release Date
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 31, 2018


Andrew Lloyd Webber has confirmed that the film adaptation of CATS is scheduled to be released on Friday, December 20, 2019.

2018/2019 Announced at Spencer Theater For The Performing Arts
by Julie Musbach - Aug 29, 2018


Follow the yellow brick road to the theatrical wonderland of Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts in Alto, N.M. where some of the finest touring productions come to full flourish on stage this autumn 2018 through spring 2019.

Maine State Music Theatre Announces 2019 Season
by Julie Musbach - Aug 24, 2018


Maine State Music Theatre recently made the announcement of their 2019 shows. 

Rob Beckett Announces 2019 Stand-Up Tour 'Wallop!'
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2018


South London's finest Rob Beckett is back on tour with a brand new stand up show - Wallop! It's been a busy few years for the Mouth of the South and he's coming your way to fill you in and make you laugh.

CATS Opens At Shiki Theatre Company in Japan
by Alan Henry - Aug 17, 2018


The Shiki Theatre Company opened Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic hit CATS on Aug. 11, and it will run through June 2019. 

Hudson Theatre Works Announces 2018 - 2019 Season
by Alan Henry - Aug 2, 2018


Hudson Theatre Works is happy to announce its 2018 - 2019 season. We are excited to be able to do this since this is our first full year in our new space.

VIDEO: On This Day, July 31: The Memory Lives Again with the First Broadway Revival of CATS
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 31, 2018


On this day in 2016, the first Broadway revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats opened at the Neil Simon Theater!

WAITRESS Kicks Off 2018-2019 ASU Gammage Broadway Season; Single Tickets On Sale August 13
by Julie Musbach - Jul 23, 2018


ASU Gammage is thrilled to announce the single-ticket on-sale for WAITRESS that opens the 2018-2019 Desert Financial Broadway Across America - Arizona Season. WAITRESS runs for a limited one-week engagement October 2-7, 2018.

Gamm Announces New Opening Date For Season 34 In Warwick
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2018


The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) will open its debut season in its new Warwick home on October 11 with Tennessee Williams' The Night of the Iguana. This shift from a previously scheduled September opening will allow The Gamm to start its 2018-2019 season with renovations to its performance space fully completed and the venue ready for audiences.

Playhouse Square Welcomes National Geographic Live! Speaker Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2018


Playhouse Square and National Geographic Live, National Geographic's touring speaker series, and are proud to announce ?a new speaker series. From the big cats of the Asian jungles, to the glacial waters of the North Atlantic, to the spectacular views from the International Space Station, the new National Geographic Live speaker series at Playhouse Square offers three unforgettable adventures. Journey with acclaimed National Geographic photographers and their breathtaking images to some of the world's most incredible places from the comfort of our beautiful and historic theaters. The new three-event series featuring National Geographic Live's speakers is sponsored by Spectrum.

CATS Will Return To Chicago in July 2019
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2018


Broadway In Chicago has announced that the national tour of CATS, the record-breaking musical spectacular by Andrew Lloyd Webber that has captivated audiences in over 30 countries and 15 languages, will play Broadway In Chicago's Oriental Theatre (24 W. Randolph) for a limited engagement July 16 through August 4, 2019. CATS will be part of Broadway In Chicago's upcoming season. Subscriptions will go on sale in the fall of 2018.

Broadway In New Orleans Welcomes Hancock Whitney As Series Sponsor
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2018


Today, New Orleans Theatre Association and Broadway in New Orleans announced a new three-year agreement with Hancock Whitney beginning with the 2018-2019 season. The partnership furthers Hancock Whitney's long-standing investment in New Orleanians' cultural experience by continuing to bring the best Broadway performances to the Crescent City.

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