Hottest Articles on BWW from Friday, Jun. 29

1) Win Tickets to See Il Divo in Concert!

The world's foremost classical crossover quartet Il Divo is set to embark on its 2012 world tour, the group's fourth, which follows the release of the quartet's latest album, Wicked Game (on Syco/Columbia Records) and provides a new mark of achievement for the signature vocal blend and unique operatic arrangements which have captivated millions and launched a classical-crossover sensation. To celebrate the kick-off of this much-anticipated world tour, BroadwayWorld invites you to enter for a chance to WIN ONE PAIR OF TICKETS to see Il Divo live in concert! (more...)

2) Breaking News: NBC & Craig Zadan/Neil Meron to Present Live Broadcast of THE SOUND OF MUSIC!

NBC is partnering with the acclaimed "Smash" producing team of Craig Zadan and Neil Meron (film versions of "Chicago" and "Hairspray") to present a live broadcast of "The Sound of Music," based on the original Broadway musical, it was announced today by Robert Greenblatt, Chairman, NBC Entertainment. (more...)

3) BWW TV EXCLUSIVE: Ramin Karimloo Unmasked - Talks New Album, PHANTOM & The Perks of Having Knights in His Corner

Welcome to BroadwayWorld's exclusive talk show, BACKSTAGE WITH Richard Ridge. Follow Richard as he visits the theater's best and brightest in their dressing rooms, on their stages and favorite hang outs to talk about their lives, careers and all of the things you don't know, but want to know. This week, Richard's special guest hails all the way from the West End. In this in-depth talk, Ridge unmasks Ramin Karimloo, and gets the scoop on the genisis of his new album, Human Heart, his humble beginnings and unlikely path to London's most famous theater district, working with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh, and why he's finished with "Til I hear You Sing Once More." (more...)

4) MAGIC MIKE Musical Sets Sights on Broadway for Summer 2013

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Reid Carolin, screenwriter for the upcoming film MAGIC MIKE, is currently working on a 'spin-off' of the movie, which he plans to bring to Broadway as a new musical. Deadline.com has since noted that the musical is gunning for the Great White Way in the summer of 2013. The show will reportedly be produced by Tatum alongside Carolin under the banner of their Production Company, Iron Horse Entertainment, alongside the film's director Steven Soderbergh, Gregory Jacobs, and Nick Wechsler. For more on the project from (more...)

5) David Hyde Pierce, Sigourney Weaver et al. Lead Lincoln Center's VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE this Fall

Lincoln Center Theater has announced that Genevieve Angelson, Shalita Grant, Billy Magnussen, Kristine Nielsen, David Hyde Pierce and Sigourney Weaver will be featured in the New York premiere of VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE, a new play by Christopher Durang, to be directed by Nicholas Martin, beginning performances Thursday, October 25 and opening Monday, November 12 at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater. (more...)

6) Sierra Boggess Lends Voice to Rodgers & Hammerstein's AT THE MOVIES CD

Broadway veteran Sierra Boggess will be featured on the upcoming Rodgers & Hammerstein At The Movies CD, singing "I Have Confidence" from THE SOUND OF MUSIC. To listen to a preview of Boggess on the album, check out R&H's official website: http://www.rnh.com/news/1052/Pre-release-preview-of-Sierra-Boggess-%26-The-John-Wilson-Orchestra. (more...)

7) STAGE TUBE: On This Day 6/29- Emily Skinner

Happy Birthday Emily Skinner! Emily Skinner was nominated for a Best Actress TONY Award for the Original Broadway Production of Side Show. Other Broadway credits include the original casts of Jekyll & Hyde, James Joyce's The Dead (with Christopher Walken) The Full Monty, Dinner at Eight (Outer Critics Circle nomination, Drama League Award). Most recently, she starred in the Broadway production of Billy Elliot. (more...)

8) Photo Coverage: 2012 Dora Mavor Moore Awards

The 2012 Dora Mavor Moore Awards took place this past Monday night, honouring the best of the best of the past year in Toronto theatre. The evening featured a pre-show VIP reception at The Sony Centre, a gala awards ceremony and the ever popular street party that takes place after the show under the stars on Front St. BWW was on hand to bring you pictures from the event and all the winners! (more...)

9) Shuler Hensley et al. Join Patricia Clarkson & Bradley Cooper in Williamstown Theatre Festival's THE ELEPHANT MAN; Full Team Announced

Williamstown Theatre Festival Artistic Director Jenny Gersten announced today the full cast and creative team for The Elephant Man, which will be presented on the Nikos Stage from July 25 through August 5 (opening July 26). (more...)

10) Photo Coverage: Tony's di Napoli Inducts NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT onto Broadway Wall Of Fame!

On June 28, Tony's di Napoli Restaurant in Times Square added a new portrait to their outstanding Broadway Wall of Fame honoring the cast of the new Broadway musical, Nice Work If You Can Get It, starring Matthew Broderick, Kelli O'Hara, Michael McGrath, Judy Kaye, Estelle Parsons, Chris Sullivan and Jennifer Laura Thompson. Hosts Valerie Smaldone and Bruce Dimpflmaier presented the Dan May portrait to the show's stars in an intimate ceremony, and BroadwayWorld was there for the photo op! (more...)

11) THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- Nikki Renee Daniels!

Welcome to THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As With Your Favorite Broadway Stars. Want to know what hooked them to a career in the theater? Their dream roles? Their Broadway crushes? Read on! In this next edition, we caught up with Nikki Renee Daniels, who is starring as 'Clara' in THE GERSHWINS' PORGY AND BESS- currently playing at the Richard Rodgers Theatre! (more...)

12) Julia Mattison et al Set For Beechman's FIREWORKS MALFUNTION-GANZA, 7/3

Fresh off the heels of her sold-out Violent Holiday Extravaganza and Sexy Valentines Day Massacre, Julia Mattison will be joined by her Godspell friends once again for A 4th Of July Fireworks Malfunction-ganza! (more...)

13) THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: June 23-29

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK: Trevor Project celebrates Susan Sarandon, Woody meets the press, Broadway sings for pride, and so much more! (more...)

14) Jonathan Pryce, Kieran Bew et al to Lead Attenborough's KING LEAR; Full Cast Announced!

Michael Attenborough will direct Jonathan Pryce as William Shakespeare’s KING LEAR running at The Almeida Theatre from the 31 August – 3 November 2012. (more...)

15) STAGE TUBE: Donna McKechnie and Mary Testa Remember Nora Ephron

Ephron's Love, Loss And What I Wore is currently playing at Asolo Rep in Florida, starring Loretta Swit, Donna McKecknie, Mary Testa, Roni Geva, and Rosalyn Coleman. Art Whisperer recently caught up with two of the show's stars, McKecknie and Testa, who shared their thoughts on Ephron's untimely passing and what they love most about her work. To hear their thoughts, click below. (more...)

16) BWW Polls: What Is Your Favorite CHESS Cast Recording?

As BroadwayWorld announced earlier today, Robert Cuccioli, Natascia Diaz and Drew Sarich will star in the July 30th 7:30pm benefit concert of the Benny Andersson, Tim Rice and Bjorn Ulvaeus musical CHESS for The Actor’s Fund. (more...)

17) Photo Flash: Matthew McConaughey Visits THE LION KING

Matthew McConaughey, whose latest movie MAGIC MIKE opens in theaters this weekend, took some time off from his busy schedule to take his family to see THE LION KING at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre in New York City last night. Check out photos below! (more...)

18) Single Tickets to NYMF Now on Sale! See Over 30 New Musicals for $25 Each

Over 300 new musicals got their start at NYMF, including last year's hits Central Avenue Breakdown and Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice, the Broadway-bound Chaplin and the Pulitzer Prize-winning Next to Normal. See tomorrow's Broadway hits in the making for just $25 a ticket! (more...)

19) Want to Be a Published Author? Editor Positions in New Zealand Available!

Interested in joining BroadwayWorld's worldwide network of published authors? BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in New Zealand. (more...)

20) Stage Tube: Adam Pascal Sings 'Memphis Lives In Me' on Good Day New York!

Broadway and MEMPHIS star Adam Pascal stopped by Good Day New York this morning to treat audiences to a live performance of 'Memphis Lives in Me,' one of the show's most iconic numbers. Check out the performance and photos of Pascal's visit below! (more...)