Charm City Call Board: April 8 - 14
by James Howard - Apr 8, 2008
NEW THIS WEEK! Audition notices! New Theatre Company Offers Open House! New shows at FPCT, LMP, and the Theatre Project! More!!
'Steel Magnolias' at Paper Mill to Star Bishop, Fowler, Wetherhead
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2008
BroadwayWorld has learned the complete cast details of Paper Mill Playhouse's up-coming production of Steel Magnolias, to begin at their Millburn Theatre on Wednesday, March 5; officially opening Sunday March 9 at 7:30PM with performances through April 6. The cast of Steel Magnolias will star Kelly Bishop as Clairee, Charlotte Booker as Truvy, Beth Fowler as Ouiser, Monique Fowler as M'Lynn, Kelly Sullivan as Shelby and Kate Wetherhead as Annelle.
'Cry-Baby' Rocks The Marquis, Opening April 24
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2008
The new musical, Cry-Baby, based upon the Universal Pictures film written and directed by John Waters, will premiere at Broadway's Marquis Theatre (1535 Broadway) beginning previews Saturday, March 15 at 8PM and opening Thursday, April 24 at 6:30PM.
Martin Vidnovic: What Matters to Him
by Eugene Lovendusky - Jul 15, 2007
Martin Vidnovic, a Father in the current revival of 'The Fantasticks,' and father to Laura Benanti, discusses the theatre experiences that have collected into his new and original cabaret debut 'What Matters to Me' at the Metropolitan Room July 16-August 6.
Young Frankenstein Announces Cast; To Open at Hilton November 8
by BWW News Desk - Jun 8, 2007
The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, a new musical comedy from the creative team of the 12-time Tony Award winning smash The Producers, will open on Broadway November 8th 2007 at the Hilton Theatre (213 W 42nd St). Previews begin October 11th 2007. The production stars Roger Bart (Dr. Frederick Frankenstein), Megan Mullally (Elizabeth), Sutton Foster (Inga), Shuler Hensley (The Monster), Fred Applegate (Kemp) and Christopher Fitzgerald (Igor).
Carmen, Cry-Baby, Etc. Part of '07/'08 La Jolla Season
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2007
The complete 2007 La Jolla Playhouse season has been announced, with The Deception, after the quake, The Adding Machine and the Broadway-bound musical Cry-Baby joining the previously announced Carmen and The Seven.
John Waters' Merry-Scarry Holiday Cheer
by James Sims - Dec 4, 2006
Good tidings be damned this holiday season. From the man who created such camp-classic films as 'Hairspray' and 'Cry Baby,' comes a shocking outlook on the most sacred of all Hallmark holidays...
Bway-Bound Cry-Baby Delayed at Seattle's 5th Avenue
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2006
Due to a shortage of suitable Broadway theaters this spring, the New York producing team and The 5th Avenue Theatre have agreed to postpone the Seattle Cry-Baby debut until a Broadway venue becomes available
Jerry Stiller to Make Cameo in Hairspray Film, Waters Too
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2006
BroadwayWorld.com has learned that Jerry Stiller will be making a cameo appearance in the upcoming Hairspray film in the role of 'Mr. Pinky.' Hairspray's creator John Waters will have a cameo in the film as well.
Photo Flash: Seattle's 2006-07 Season
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2006
The 5th Avenue Musical Theatre Company's high-profile 2006-2007 season will include several touring shows, some classic musicals and one world premiere, Broadway-bound musical.