'Sondheim on Sondheim,' starring Barbara Cook, set for Broadway in AprilOctober 1st, 2009 'Sondheim on Sondheim' set for Broadway in AprilNEW YORK — Get ready for more Stephen Sondheim on Broadway this season — with a little help from Barbara Cook, among others. "Sondheim on Sondheim" will take a look at the man through his music and through film and videotape interviews with the composer.
Aniston Regrets First Big BuySeptember 16th, 2009 JENNIFER ANISTON is always careful when it comes to spending her money because her first big buy after she became a star was a wreck of a car. The actress still regrets blowing her first big paycheque on a battered classic car.
Hold that final curtain: 'Avenue Q' set to move to off-Broadway in OctoberSeptember 13th, 2009 Hold final curtain: 'Avenue Q' moves to off-B'wayNEW YORK — Hold that final curtain for "Avenue Q."
The Tony-winning musical, which had its last Broadway performance Sunday night, will move to off-Broadway next month, said producer Kevin McCollum, who announced the news from the stage of the Golden Theatre after the cast took its final bows. The closing-night audience cheered.
Woodstock's next incarnation to take the form of a Broadway musicalSeptember 10th, 2009 Broadway musical in the works about WoodstockNEW YORK — First it was an iconic concert, then an acclaimed documentary. It was followed by countless books and recordings, not to mention a recent film by Ang Lee.
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.
Defunct Mass. theater's musical 'Memphis' to make Broadway debut next monthSeptember 6th, 2009 Defunct Mass. theater's show to open in BroadwayBEVERLY, Mass.
'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.
MILLER DELAYS NEW YORK MOVEAugust 3rd, 2009 British actress SIENNA MILLER has left her New York move to the last minute as she prepares for her Broadway debut - insisting she's too "fussy" to leave her country home for a rental in the U.S. The Factory Girl star will take her bow on the New York City stage this September (09) in an updated version of the August Strindberg classic After Miss Julie.
'9 to 5: The Musical' scheduled to close on Broadway during Labor Day weekendJuly 29th, 2009 Broadway musical version of '9 to 5' set to closeNEW YORK — Goodbye, Dolly. "9 to 5: The Musical," the Broadway show that features a score by country superstar Dolly Parton, will close Labor Day weekend after a disappointing four-month run, its producers announced Wednesday.
Talent agents will get no discount for Jackman, Craig's Broadway showJuly 16th, 2009 LONDON - As the worldwide credit crunch takes its toll on many, the producers of actors Hugh Jackman and Daniel Craig's new Broadway show have decided to ban ticket discounts for top talent agents. Craig, 41, will be making his Broadway debut opposite Aussie actor Hugh Jackman, 40, on September 10 in the dramatic play 'A Steady Rain'.
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.
Jerry Lewis set to director a Broadway musical version of 'The Nutty Professor'June 30th, 2009 Jerry Lewis set to direct B'way 'Nutty Professor'NEW YORK — Jerry Lewis — Broadway musical director?
The legendary comedian will direct a stage version of "The Nutty Professor," the 1963 film he co-wrote and in which he starred as the nerdy title character. The show will feature music by Marvin Hamlisch and a book and lyrics by Rupert Holmes.
Billy Crystal takes his Broadway success, '700 Sundays,' on the road this fallJune 24th, 2009 Billy Crystal takes '700 Sundays' on the roadNEW YORK — Billy Crystal is taking his acclaimed stage autobiography, "700 Sundays," on the road this fall. "700 Sundays" was a Broadway success during the 2004-2005 season, playing to sold-out houses and winning a Tony Award for special theatrical experience.
'Irena's Vow' to close on Broadway, cites low ticket salesJune 17th, 2009 'Irena's Vow' to close on BroadwayNEW YORK — "Irena's Vow" won't be kept on Broadway. Producers announced Tuesday that the play will have its final performance at the Walter Kerr Theatre on June 28.
'Fela!' is set to make the move from off-Broadway to Broadway this fallJune 12th, 2009 'Fela!' makes the move from off-B'way to BroadwayNEW YORK — "Fela!" — one of off-Broadway's big hits last summer — is coming to Broadway. The musical, based on the life of African composer and activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti, will open Nov.