Listen: Shows and Casts Announced for NYTW and York, the Latest #HamilDrops, and @BYUVocalPoint covers “You Will Be Found”

“Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the day.

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Notes:

The Jam-Packedest “This Week on Broadway” Ever

https://broadwayradio.com/blog/2018/01/21/this-week-on-broadway-for-january-21-2018-lena-hall/

“Stagecraft”: Jan Simpson talks with “SpongeBob SquarePants” Bookwriter Kyle Jarrow

https://broadwayradio.com/blog/2018/01/20/stagecraft-kyle-jarrow-spongebob-squarepants/

“Kinky Boots” Celebrates 2,000 Shows on Broadway

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Everybody-Say-Yeah-KINKY-BOOTS-Celebrates-2000-Performances-on-Broadway-20180121

Al Hirshfeld, Jake Shears J. Harrison Ghee, March 3rd 2013

1) New York Theatre Workshop Announces Season’s Remaining Shows

https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-broadway/article/New-York-Theatre-Workshop-Announces-Dates-For-Final-Two-Productions-Of-201718-Season-20180119

2) York Theatre Announces Musicals in Mufti “Hallelujah, Baby!” Cast

https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-broadway/article/York-Theatre-Company-Announces-Cast-for-HALLELUJAH-BABY-20180119

Leslie Uggams’ “June is Bustin’ Out All Over”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrma76T5Wa4/

3) “The Crusade of Connor Stephens” to be Adapted for Screen

https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-broadway/article/Off-Broadways-THE-CRUSADE-OF-CONNOR-STEPHENS-To-Receive-Film-Adaptation-20180119

4) The “Hamilton Mixtape” Music Video of “Wrote My Way Out” is January #HamilDrop

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/VIDEO-See-the-Newly-Dropped-Music-Video-for-Wrote-My-Way-Out-from-THE-HAMILTON-MIXTAPE-20180119

BYU Vocal Point’s “You Will Be Found

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgBazthb_kY

5) This Week’s Theatrical Schedule

James Marino and Matt Tamanini talk with Lena Hall about her Obsessed series of albums, videos, and concerts.

Peter Filichia, Jena Tesse Fox, Michael Portantiere, and Jan Simpson review John Lithgow: Stories by Heart, Jamaica @ Harlem Repertory Theatre, Disco Pigs @ The Irish Repertory Theatre, The Mint Theater Company’s production of Hindle Wakes, The Children, The Primary Stages Off-Broadway Oral History Project, Nate Staniforth’s Real Magic Tour, and Leonard Bernstein at 100 @ New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

 

 

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Peter Filichia | [email protected] | Facebook

PETER FILICHIA is a theater journalist and historian with a number of books, his most recent is, “The Great Parade”, available everywhere. His columns appear at MTI, Masterworks Broadway, Broadway Select and many other places.

Jena Tesse Fox | Twitter

Jena is a theater writer and reviewer whose articles have appeared online at TimeOutNewYork.com, Playbill.com, BroadwayWorld.com and NewYorkTheaterGuide.com.

James Marino | [email protected] | Twitter | Facebook

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Michael Portantiere | [email protected] | Facebook

MICHAEL PORTANTIERE is a theater reviewer and essayist. He is also a theatrical photographer whose photos have appeared in The New York Times and other major publications. You can see his photography work at FollowSpotPhoto.com.

Jan Simpson | [email protected] | Facebook | Twitter

Broadway & Me

JAN SIMPSON is the Director of the Arts and Culture Journalism program at CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism, and also writes for TDF Stages, American Theater and has her own blog at Broadway & Me.

Matt Tamanini | Twitter

MATT TAMANINI is BroadwayWorld’s Senior TV and Film Critic and the host of the “Some Like it Pop” podcast, which is available on iTunes and Stitcher. You can connect with Matt on Twitter at @BWWMatt.

 

Notes and links for the podcast.

Just released: Stagecraft: Kyle Jarrow, SpongeBob SquarePants

 

Guest: Lena Hall

Lena Hall Obsessed website

Lena Hall website

LENA HALL is a Tony Award winner and Grammy nominee who recently received widespread critical acclaim for her performance of the title role in the feature film Becks, which won the LA Film Festival and will be released in early 2018. Following her Tony winning Broadway run in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Lena toured North America alongside Josh Groban on his “Stages” tour and portrayed the dual starring roles of Hedwig and Yitzhak in Hedwig in Los Angeles (LA Drama Critics Circle nomination) and San Francisco. She originated the role of Nicola in the Tony-winning musical Kinky Boots, and can be seen on HBO’s “Girls,” Amazon Prime’s “Good Girls Revolt”, and heard voicing the fan-favorite role of Countess Coloratura on “My Little Pony.” Hall’s most recent stage appearance was starring with Marisa Tomei in Lincoln Center Theatre’s How To Transcend A Happy Marriage. Hall’s two solo musical revues Sin & Salvation, which played the legendary Cafe Carlyle, and The Villa Satori: Growing Up Haight Ashbury both received rave reviews and have spawned live albums. @lenarockerhall

LENA HALL – “OBESSSED: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH” TRACK LIST

1. Tear Me Down

2. The Origin of Love

3. Sugar Daddy

4. Wicked Little Town

5. The Long Grift

6. Midnight Radio

SKB RECORDS, originally conceived to bridge the gap between theater and rock music, has become the leading independent force in the last 17 year[...]

The Stagecraft podcast is hosted by Jan Simpson. It is a series of interviews with playwrights (and musical book writers) of shows opening on Broadway and off-Broadway.

Guest: Kyle Jarrow

KYLE JARROW (Book) is a writer and musician who creates work for the stage, film and television. He is creator and executive producer of the upcoming TV series Valor, premiering on the CW network this fall. His digital series Lost Generation (with music by Duncan Sheik) is now streaming on Verizon’s go90 platform. Kyle’s plays include A Very Merry Unauthorized Children’s Scientology Pageant (Obie Award), The Wildness (Lortel Award nominee), Whisper House (now playing in London), Noir, Love Kills and Hostage Song. Kyle penned the film Armless, which was an official selection of the Sundance Film Festival. In addition to his writing work, he leads the rock band Sky-Pony with his wife Lauren Worsham. Their debut album Beautiful Monster is available from Knitting Factory Records. More info on Kyle at kylejarrow.com.

SpongeBob SquarePants website

 

Host: Jan Simpson | [email protected] | Facebook | Twitter

Broadway & Me

JAN SIMPSON is the Director of the Arts and Culture Journalism program at CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism, and also writes for TDF Stages, American Theater and has her own blog at Broadway & Me.

Listen: Lauren Class Schneider talks to cast member Alex about “Once On This Island” playing at the Circle in the Square Theatre on Broadway.

Class Notes actively covers New York’s current theater season on, off and off-off Broadway.

Listen: Corden Coming Back to the Tonys?, Sinatra Musical in the Works for the West End, the Story Behind the Muny’s “Jerome Robbins’ Broadway”

“Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the day.

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Notes:

1) James Corden is Reportedly Being Pursued to Return as Tonys Host

https://nypost.com/2018/01/18/james-corden-is-odds-on-favorite-to-host-the-tonys/

2) Show and Casting News

Tammy Blanchard Join’s “Iceman” Revival

http://deadline.com/2018/01/tammy-blanchard-joins-denzel-washington-in-the-iceman-cometh-bernie-williams-goes-cabaret-michael-wellers-carousel-spin-1202245909/

Ruthie Ann Miles to Return to “The King and I” in London

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Tony-Winner-Ruthie-Ann-Miles-to-Join-Kelli-OHara-and-Ken-Watanabe-in-West-End-THE-KING-AND-I-20180118

Sinatra Musical in the Works for West End

https://www.broadwayworld.com/westend/article/I-Could-Write-A-Book-Upcoming-Frank-Sinatra-Musical-Finds-Its-Book-Writer-20180118

Tommy Kail to Direct Disney’s “Oliver” Remake

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Danny-Strong-Signs-on-as-Screenwriter-for-Disneys-OLIVER-Remake-20180118

“Cruel Intentions” Extends Again

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/CRUEL-INTENTIONS-Extends-For-Second-Time-at-Le-Poisson-Rouge-20180118

Irish Rep’s “Disco Pigs” Extends As Well

https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-broadway/article/DISCO-PIGS-Extends-Run-At-Irish-Rep-Performances-Now-Through-34-20180118

3) Concert News

Stars Join Manhattan Concert Productions’ Classics Concert

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Lea-Salonga-Norm-Lewis-Laura-Osnes-and-More-to-Lead-MCPs-Broadway-Classics-in-Concert-20180118

Broadway Backwards Makes April Plans

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BROADWAY-BACKWARDS-Will-Return-to-the-Al-Hirschfeld-Theatre-on-April-2-20180118

4) Inside The Muny’s “Jerome Robbins’ Broadway”

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Industry-Exclusive-How-The-Muny-Snagged-JEROME-ROBBINS-BROADWAY-For-Their-Centennial-Season-20180118

5) Next Week Off the Stage

Listen: Tony-Winner Lena Hall Talks “Obsessed,” “Becks,” and “Snowpiercer” and “Pretty Woman” to Attempt Feminist Reinvention

“Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the day.

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Notes:

1) “Pretty Woman” Will Reportedly Attempt a Feminist Reinvention

https://nypost.com/2018/01/16/pretty-woman-hooker-gets-a-feminist-twist-on-broadway/

2) Phylicia Rashad to Direct “Our Lady of 121st Street” for Signature

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Phylicia-Rashad-to-Make-Directorial-Debut-with-OUR-LADY-OF-121ST-STREET-20180117

3) News About Two Upcoming, Free Broadway Events

La MaMa to Host Weekend of Starry Readings

https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-broadway/article/La-MaMa-Announces-Free-Weekend-of-Play-Readings-Featuring-Matthew-Broderick-John-Slattery-and-More-20180117

Broadway to Participate in Big Hug Day

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Need-a-Hug-Broadway-Will-Unite-in-Times-Square-for-Big-Hug-Day-This-Sunday-20180117

4) Sara Bareilles and Jason Mraz Duet at their First Curtain Call

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/VIDEO-Hearts-Start-Racing-Sara-Bareilles-and-Jason-Mraz-Duet-for-First-WAITRESS-Curtain-Call-20180116

5) Theatre Throwback at January 18th, 1998

6) Tony-Winner Lena Hall Talks “Obsessed,” “Becks,” “Snowpiercer,” and More

https://lenahallobsessed.com/

https://twitter.com/LenaRockerHall

Music: Lena Hall Obsessed: Hedwig – “Tear Me Down”

Buy Obsessed at Ghostlight Records

Listen: Stars Return to Broadway’s “Hamilton” and “Waitress,” “Rocktopia” Preps for Broadway Run with a Train Grammy Winner, and Broadway Grosses!

“Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the day.

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Notes:

Michael Luwoye Returns to “Hamilton”

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Youll-Be-Back-Michael-Luwoye-Returns-to-HAMILTON-Tomorrow-20180115

Sara Bareilles Heads Back to the Diner

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Back-for-Seconds-Sara-Bareilles-Joins-Jason-Mraz-in-WAITRESS-Tomorrow-20180115

Peter Joback Returns to “Phantom”

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Hes-HerePeter-Joback-Returns-to-THE-PHANTOM-OF-THE-OPERA-Today-20180116

Today is Equity’s Third Annual “Swing Day”

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Actors-Equity-Association-Declares-January-17-2018-Third-Annual-National-Swing-Day-20180116

1) Stars to Lead the New Group’s “Good for Otto” Next Month

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Full-Casting-Has-Been-Announced-for-The-New-Groups-GOOD-FOR-OTTO-Featuring-Rosie-ODonnell-and-More-20180116

2) Last Week’s Broadway Grosses

https://www.broadwayworld.com/grosses.cfm

3) Show and Casting News

Classic Stage Company’s “Fire and Air” to Begin Performances Tonight

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Previews-Begin-Tomorrow-For-Terrence-McNallys-FIRE-AND-AIR-At-CSC-20180116

Rory O’Malley Will Depart “Hamilton” this Month

https://twitter.com/RoryOMalley/status/953273097624285184

Train’s Pat Monahan to Make Broadway Debut in “Rocktopia”

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Train-Lead-Singer-Pat-Monahan-to-Make-Broadway-Debut-in-ROCKTOPIA-20180116

Tickets Go on Sale Today for “Moulin Rouge” in Boston

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Tickets-on-Sale-Tomorrow-for-MOULIN-ROUGE-20180116

4) BroadwayWorld Launches Theatre Camp Guide

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Introducing-the-BroadwayWorld-Theatre-Camp-Guide-20180116 

5) Rocktopia Gives the Press a Preview

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/BWW-TV-Let-Chloe-Lowery-Chill-You-to-the-Bone-in-Sneak-Peek-of-ROCKTOPIA-on-Broadway-20180116

Listen: Lauren Class Schneider talks to director Pam MacKinnon about “Parisian Woman,” playing at the Hudson Theatre on Broadway.

Class Notes actively covers New York’s current theater season on, off and off-off Broadway.

Listen:

“Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the day.

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Notes:

1) Asian American Performers Action Coalition Releases 10-Year Diversity Study

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Asian-American-Performers-Action-Coalition-Deems-2015-16-Theatre-Season-Most-Diverse-on-Record-20180115

2) Hal Prince Hints at “Evita” Broadway Return

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Will-Hal-Prince-Helmed-EVITA-Bring-Its-Rainbow-Tour-to-Broadway-20180115

3) Roundabout and The Interval to Host Women in Theatre Panel

https://www.roundabouttheatre.org/Shows-Events/Women-in-Theatre.aspx

4) BroadwayWorld Seeks a Full-Time Editor

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Join-Our-Team-BroadwayWorld-Is-Seeking-a-Full-Time-Editor-20180115

5) “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” Creator Rachel Bloom Sings “Tinder Fails: The Musical”

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/VIDEO-Rachel-Bloom-Sings-Tinder-Fails-The-Musical-20180115

Listen: Broadway Says a Bunch of Goodbyes, Off-Center Season Announced, and Palace Theatre Seeks a Billion Dollars for Renovation!

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Notes:

1) Broadway Said a lot of Goodbyes on Sunday

“Miss Saigon” Closed on Broadway

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/So-Long-Saigon-MISS-SAIGON-Takes-Final-Broadway-Bows-Tonight-20180114

“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” Closed on Broadway

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Closing-Up-Shop-CHARLIE-AND-THE-CHOCOLATE-FACTORY-Takes-Final-Broadway-Bows-Today-20180114

Bette Midler and Others Exit “Hello, Dolly!”

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Goodbye-Dolly-Bette-Midler-David-Hyde-Pierce-and-Taylor-Trensch-Depart-HELLO-DOLLY-Today-20180114

Beanie Feldstein to be Replaced by Molly Griggs

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Just-In-Molly-Griggs-to-Replace-Beanie-Feldstein-in-HELLO-DOLLY-20180114

Javier Munoz Plays his Final Performance in “Hamilton”

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/One-Last-TimeJavier-Munoz-Plays-His-Final-Performance-in-HAMILTON-Today-20180114

“Hamilton” Shares a Tribute for Javi’s Last Show

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Must-Watch-HAMILTON-Shares-Heartwarming-Tribute-to-Javier-Munoz-Who-Plays-His-Final-Performance-Today-20180114

2) Encores! Off-Center Season Announced

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/SONGS-FOR-A-NEW-WORLD-GONE-MISSING-and-More-Lead-Encores-Off-Center-Season-20180112

3) Leslie Odom, Jr. to Perform at the Super Bowl

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Wait-For-ItLeslie-Odom-Jr-Will-Sing-America-the-Beautiful-at-the-Super-Bowl-This-Year-20180113

4) $1 Billion Sought for Palace Theatre Renovation

https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Palace-Theatre-Developers-Seek-1-Billion-for-Property-Renovation-20180112

5) This Week’s Theatrical Schedule