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Backstage with Richard Ridge: From Sarah Brown to Lady Day- SAG Nominee Audra McDonald Shares Stories of Her Legendary Career Backstage with Richard Ridge: From Sarah Brown to Lady Day- SAG Nominee Audra McDonald Shares Stories of Her Legendary Career
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - January 29, 2017

She?won your heart as Lottie Gee, Billie Holliday, and Bess (and that's been just the past few years). Audra McDonald has grown to be perhaps the greatest talent of this generation of live theatre- and she has six Tony Awards to prove it. From Ragtime to Macbeth, Carousel to A Raisin in the Sun, watch below as Richard Ridge chats with the 2017 SAG nominee as a part of SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Conversations series.... ( more... )

New Eponine Hollie O'Donoghue Talks LES MISERABLES
Colin Cloud, of THE ILLUSIONISTS - LIVE FROM BROADWAY, Coming to Riverside's Fox Performing Arts Center.
Lucas Gomez of BLACKLISTERS at Brelby Theatre Company Lucas Gomez of BLACKLISTERS at Brelby Theatre Company
by Jeanmarie Simpson - January 30, 2017 in Phoenix

When I wrote Blacklisters, I was focusing on fascism and totalitarianism through the perspective of the individual in relation to absurdism. It's strange now considering the relevance a lot people who've been involved with the script have given it. On one hand it bugs me that the current events are ... ( more... )
Ian Gray - Front and Center Ian Gray - Front and Center
by Jeanmarie Simpson - January 30, 2017 in Phoenix

My favorite experience was playing the part of Young Cain in The Children of Eden. I loved being with all of the college students. They were so talented and taught me a lot. I only knew one person from a previous Valley Youth Theatre play, but by the end had a lot of great friends. Even though I was... ( more... )
BRILLIANT Jonny Donahoe On Making You Laugh Through Your Tears BRILLIANT Jonny Donahoe On Making You Laugh Through Your Tears
by Gil Kaan - January 30, 2017 in Los Angeles

The heart-wrenching, audience-inclusive comedy on depression EVERY BRILLIANT THING arrives at The Edye at The Broad Stage February 2nd.? These ten performances culminate a four-year international tour, which included a taped version of the show premiering on HBO last December. BRILLIANT star and co-... ( more... )
The InvAsian of Kevin Yee & How He Got Here The InvAsian of Kevin Yee & How He Got Here
by Gil Kaan - January 30, 2017 in Los Angeles

Boy Band-er, Broadway hoofer, now out comedian; Kevin Yee has already experienced a number of lifetimes in this performing career. Kevin's currently involved in capturing his stand-up routine for inclusion in the six-episode series, most cleverly titled Comedy InvAsian.... ( more... )
LaChanze Is 'Feeling Good' About Her New EP, Highline Ballroom Concert, and Upcoming National Tour! LaChanze Is 'Feeling Good' About Her New EP, Highline Ballroom Concert, and Upcoming National Tour!
by Courtney Savoia - January 28, 2017 in New York City

Tony-Award winning actress, LaChanze, has been hard at work on her new EP 'Feeling Good' and is gearing up for a national tour that will share the music of her heart and soul. Before hitting the road, LaChanze will treat New Yorkers to a special performance at the Highline Ballroom on Monday, Februa... ( more... )
Houstonian Ann Odogwu Is One of Food Network's WORST COOKS IN AMERICA! Houstonian Ann Odogwu Is One of Food Network's WORST COOKS IN AMERICA!
by Katricia Lang - January 28, 2017 in Houston

Houstonian Ann Odogwu is a bad cook hoping to make good in this season's WORST COOKS IN AMERICA.... ( more... )
Jasmin Richardson Discusses The 'Thrilling and Joyful' THE BODYGUARD Jasmin Richardson Discusses The 'Thrilling and Joyful' THE BODYGUARD
by Rachel Weinberg - January 27, 2017 in NationalTours

The national tour of THE BODYGUARD-based on the eponymous film featuring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner-just launched a few weeks ago and plays a limited Broadway in Chicago run starting on January 31. For those unfamiliar, the musical focuses on Hollywood star Rachel Marron (Deborah Cox) and her... ( more... )
Travis Turner Gears Up for an Outrageous Run of BOOTYCANDY at Windy City Playhouse Travis Turner Gears Up for an Outrageous Run of BOOTYCANDY at Windy City Playhouse
by Rachel Weinberg - January 27, 2017 in Chicago

I had the chance to speak with local actor Travis Turner at Steppenwolf's Front Bar just before he began previews for BOOTYCANDY at Windy City Playhouse, in which he plays the lead role of Sutter. Over the past year, Turner has performed in The Second City's LONGER! LOUDER! WAGNER! parody at Lyric O... ( more... )
BWW TV: Euan Morton of HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH National Tour BWW TV: Euan Morton of HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH National Tour
by Jeffrey Kare - January 27, 2017 in NationalTours

Coming to the Durham Performing Arts Center from January 31st-February 5th is the national touring production of Hedwig & the Angry Inch.... ( more... )
Joe Morton Talks SCANDAL's Papa Pope, Bringing TURN ME LOOSE to Broadway Joe Morton Talks SCANDAL's Papa Pope, Bringing TURN ME LOOSE to Broadway
by Matt Tamanini - January 26, 2017 in Broadway

There are very few characters on television as terrifying as SCANDAL's Eli Pope. The former (or is he?) head of the classified, covert government organization B613 has been the series' most dangerous and destructive force since Season 2, and with tonight's highly anticipated Season 6 premiere just h... ( more... )
Ian Bartholomew Talks HALF A SIXPENCE Ian Bartholomew Talks HALF A SIXPENCE
by Marianka Swain - January 26, 2017 in UK / West End

Actor Ian Bartholomew's work ranges from?Mrs Henderson Presents?and?Shakespeare in Love?to Radio Times?and Into the Woods.?He's currently starring as eccentric playwright Chitterlow in West End hit?Half a Sixpence.... ( more... )
Ryan Steele of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at Music Hall At Fair Park Ryan Steele of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at Music Hall At Fair Park
by Kyle Christopher West - January 25, 2017 in NationalTours

Twenty-six-year-old dancer Ryan Steele might have the kind of credits most performers spend a lifetime creating, but if his constant laugh and honest vulnerability are any indication, this one-of-a-kind performer is as down to earth as they come. With four Broadway credits, a handful of television a... ( more... )
Theatre Life with Peter Marks Theatre Life with Peter Marks
by Elliot Lanes - January 25, 2017 in Washington, DC

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Frances Ruffelle Talks THE WILD PARTY at Lloyd Webber's The Other Palace Frances Ruffelle Talks THE WILD PARTY at Lloyd Webber's The Other Palace
by Marianka Swain - January 25, 2017 in UK / West End

Frances Ruffelle is perhaps best known for originating the role of Eponine in Les Miserables. She's since done numerous other stage roles, produced several albums and represented the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest, and will soon star as Queenie in The Wild Party, the opening musical of Andrew Llo... ( more... )
James Monroe Iglehart at NJPAC James Monroe Iglehart at NJPAC
by Sean Quinn - January 24, 2017 in Broadway

James Monroe Iglehart performs his show 'How the Heck Did I Get Here?' at NJPAC twice on Jan. 28.... ( more... )
Devri Chism & Tiffany Michelle Thompson of NEXT TO NORMAL at Hilberry Theatre Talk Mental Illness and Sharing the Role of Diana Devri Chism & Tiffany Michelle Thompson of NEXT TO NORMAL at Hilberry Theatre Talk Mental Illness and Sharing the Role of Diana
by Katie Laban - January 24, 2017 in Detroit

Theatre and Dance at Wayne is presenting the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Next to Normal from January 27th through February 12th at the Hilberry Theatre. The raw, rock-infused show has music by Tom Kitt with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and it follows Diana Goodman, a suburban mother grappling ... ( more... )
Shohreh Aghdashloo Brings Political Power to THE EXPANSE Shohreh Aghdashloo Brings Political Power to THE EXPANSE
by E.H. Reiter - January 24, 2017 in San Diego

Shohreh Aghdashloo currently can be found in Syfy's television "The Expanse" as a Machiavellian politician who comes from a long line of political family who never once had to win an election. Before the second season premieres on February 1st, here's what Shohreh was able to share about what to ex... ( more... )
Cashelle Butler as Tanya in MAMMA MIA! on Tour Cashelle Butler as Tanya in MAMMA MIA! on Tour
by Kathy Strain - January 23, 2017 in NationalTours

MAMMA MIA has been entertaining audiences all over the world and has audiences on their feet singing and dancing to the inspiring music of ABBA. As the Farewell Tour winds down, Broadway World was able to catch up with Cashelle Butler who is playing the role or Tanya. She shares her joy in this exci... ( more... )
Marisha Wallace Is Living The DREAM-GIRL in The West End's 'DreamGirls' Marisha Wallace Is Living The DREAM-GIRL in The West End's 'DreamGirls'
by Christopher Castanho - January 23, 2017 in UK / West End

When scheduling an interview with Broadway and now West End star: Marisha Wallace, I was quickly reminded that London is five hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time, so when we found an appointment that was congruently free; it was a little early for me... Flash forward to a 7am interview that started... ( more... )
Jeanie Hackett on Her LONG DAY'S JOURNEY Into O'Neill's NIGHT & Into the LA Theatre Scene Jeanie Hackett on Her LONG DAY'S JOURNEY Into O'Neill's NIGHT & Into the LA Theatre Scene
by Gil Kaan - January 23, 2017 in Los Angeles

A long-time Los Angeles Theatre contributor, Jeanie Hackett has acted, directed and overseen two theatre companies (so far) - Antaeus and The Classical Theatre Lab. Before her latest directorial project LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT opens January 31 at The Geffen Playhouse, Jeanie took some time out... ( more... )
JITNEY's Anthony Chisholm Dives Into the Unknown JITNEY's Anthony Chisholm Dives Into the Unknown
by Naomi Serviss - January 22, 2017 in Broadway

A mainstay of August Wilson's Pittsburgh 20th Century Cycle is back for another turn as Fielding, the desperate gypsy cab driver.... ( more... )
Bryce Pinkham Discusses his 'Wildly Quirky' Role on MERCY STREET Bryce Pinkham Discusses his 'Wildly Quirky' Role on MERCY STREET
by Matt Tamanini - January 21, 2017 in Broadway

Fresh off of his Broadway return leading the feel-good musical HOLIDAY INN at Roundabout's Studio 54, Tony-nominee Bryce Pinkham describes his next role as 'wildly quirky,' 'an iron fist in a velvet glove,' and possessing 'a certain verbal flair.' Beginning this Sunday, January 22nd, Pinkham joins P... ( more... )
BWW Interviews: Interview with Randy Baker of FORGOTTEN KINGDOMS BWW Interviews: Interview with Randy Baker of FORGOTTEN KINGDOMS
by Yuliani Supandji - January 21, 2017 in Indonesia

BWW Interviews: Interview with Randy Baker of FORGOTTEN KINGDOMS... ( more... )
The Multi-Faceted Colin Hanlon Spills Secrets of Taking On Double-Duty in FALSETTOS and IN TRANSIT The Multi-Faceted Colin Hanlon Spills Secrets of Taking On Double-Duty in FALSETTOS and IN TRANSIT
by Courtney Savoia - January 21, 2017 in Broadway

It has been quite the whirlwind for the multi-faceted Colin Hanlon who spent this past holiday season taking on double-duty in two Broadway productions - In Transit and Falsettos. Hanlon played a large part in developing the role of Steven in the a cappella musical and is currently stepping in for T... ( more... )
Actress Claire Machin Talks THE GIRLS Ahead of West End Opening Actress Claire Machin Talks THE GIRLS Ahead of West End Opening
by Marianka Swain - January 20, 2017 in UK / West End

Actress Claire Machin's numerous West End?credits include Memphis, The Pajama Game, Betty Blue Eyes and Les Miserables. She's currently starring in Gary Barlow and Tim Firth's new musical version of the Calendar Girls story, based on the real life story of a?group of WI members creating a memorable ... ( more... )