Daughter says Tony Roberts had minor seizure during Broadway performanceOctober 6th, 2009 Daughter says Tony Roberts had minor seizureNEW YORK — Tony Roberts had a minor seizure during the Sunday matinee of "The Royal Family," but is looking forward to returning to the Broadway revival of the 1927 comedy. Roberts' daughter Nicole says the 69-year-old actor is "feeling great" and is now taking medication.
Michael Feinstein plans a return to Broadway in 'All About Me'September 8th, 2009 Michael Feinstein plans a return to BroadwayNEW YORK — Michael Feinstein plans a return to Broadway early next year — his first appearance there in nearly 20 years. The show is tentatively called "All About Me." It will feature the vocalist and pianist accompanied by a small orchestra in an evening of standards.
'Shaky' Craig requests all-time security for Broadway rehearsalsSeptember 3rd, 2009 NEW YORK - Daniel Craig's macho image may have suffered a setback after the actor reportedly demanded all time security while he prepares for his Broadway debut. The James Bond star was said to have asked for personal security as he shares the stage with co-star Hugh Jackman in "A Steady Rain."
"Everybody thinks it's funny because the truth is, Daniel rarely gets approached by the public in the street and at restaurants-especially now that he has the huge handlebar moustache for this role," the New York Post quoted a production source as saying.
Parker Posey has Lyme disease, withdraws from off-Broadway productionAugust 27th, 2009 Parker Posey withdraws from off-B'way productionNEW YORK — Parker Posey has withdrawn from a lead role in the upcoming Playwrights Horizons' production of "This" after developing Lyme disease. Artistic director Tim Sanford says the play by Melissa James Gibson will open Dec.
Brad Paisley draws cheers, laughter with performance for ObamasAugust 15th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Brad Paisley hit the right notes with the US First Family, members of Congress and the staff, drawing cheers and laughter during his performance at the White House. The Grammy-Award winning country singer entertained the crowd with his song "Welcome to the Future" on July 21 as part of the new White House Music Series.
Larry King's wife a finalist for Bono's Broadway 'Spider-Man' musicalJuly 15th, 2009 NEW YORK - TV host Larry King's wife Shawn is one of the two finalists being selected for Bono's Broadway musical 'Spider-Man'. The former western-country singer is being considered to play role of Arachne in the much-anticipated and hugely expensive musical, set to debut on Broadway in February, reports New York Post.
Hunks on Broadway: Daniel Craig and Hugh Jackman to star in 'A Steady Rain'July 9th, 2009 Daniel Craig and Hugh Jackman set for Broadway
NEW YORK — James Bond and the Boy from Oz are coming to Broadway. Daniel Craig, the latest cinematic Bond, and Tony winner Hugh Jackman will star in "A Steady Rain," which opens Sept.
James Gandolfini throws out intruder during Broadway performanceJuly 4th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Former 'Sopranos' star James Gandolfini was recently threw out a member of the audience during the performance of his Broadway play 'God Of Carnage'. The actor shoved the intruder after he came up on stage, and occupied his seat during intermission, Contactmusic reports.
Straying raccoon distracts Anne Hathaway's performanceJune 13th, 2009 LONDON - A raccoon that was wandering on stage broke the audience into laughter and distracted the performance of Hollywood actress Anne Hathaway. The star was performing the William Shakespeare play at the Delacorte Theatre in New York's Central Park, and has won rave reviews for her portrayal of Viola, a girl who disguises herself as a man called Cesario.
All-black Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' coming to LondonJune 3rd, 2009 Tennessee Williams' 'Cat' coming to LondonLONDON — "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" is coming to London. Producers said Wednesday that an all-black production of Tennessee Williams southern tragedy that ran on Broadway last year will open in the West End in December.
Daniel Radcliffe lands top theatre gongsMay 28th, 2009 LONDON - Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has been given two top theatre gongs. The talented actor was given the honour for his role in the Broadway play Equus, reports The Daily Star.
Daniel Craig, Hugh Jackman to hit Broadway together?May 28th, 2009 LONDON - Daniel Craig is set to make his Broadway debut alongside seasoned theatre star Hugh Jackman, according to reports. According to the New York Post, the two are teaming up to hit the New York stage for a new drama 'A Steady Rain', written by Keith Huff and produced by James Bond's Barbara Broccoli.
Craig to make Broadway debut with JackmanMay 27th, 2009 LONDON - James Bond star Daniel Craig is going to make his Broadway debut with a new play by teaming up with Australian star Hugh Jackman. The duo will star in new drama A Steady Rain written by Keith Huff and produced by James Bond movies producer Barbara Broccoli, reports contactmusic.com.
Katie Holmes' Broadway stint inspires hubby Tom CruiseMay 22nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Hollywood actress Katie Holmes' stint in Broadway has inspired her husband Tom Cruise so much that he is contemplating making a foray in a Broadway play. When Holmes acted in Arthur Miller's 'All My Son's, Tom was a frequent visitor, and that is when he realized that he would like to participate in an onstage performance.
James Spader set to star in David Mamet's 'Race' on BroadwayMay 12th, 2009 James Spader set to star in 'Race' on BroadwayNEW YORK — James Spader is trading in Boston for Broadway. Producer Jeffrey Richards says the star of TV's "Boston Legal" as well as the film "sex, lies and videotape," will make his Broadway debut in the world premiere of David Mamet's "Race."
The play, which Mamet will direct, has also found a New York home — the Ethel Barrymore Theater — and will go into rehearsal a week earlier than previously announced.