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Cast Announced for the West End Production of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’

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Words by Constance Drugeot ‘You will be found!’ After months of waiting, the casting of the UK production of the Broadway smash hit ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ has finally be revealed last night. We’re delighted to introduce you to Sam Tutty, a recent graduate from Italia Conti Academy, who will step into the shoes of Evan Hansen. By his sides, Lucy Anderson will play the role of the Zoe Murphy and Doug Colling, will be Connor Murphy. They are all recent graduates from Mountview and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) respectively, bringing new talents upon the West End stage. … Continue reading Cast Announced for the West End Production of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’

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In Comes Company! London Transfer Set for March 2020

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Patti LuPone (Brinkhoff/Moegenburg) by Moira Armstrong The 2018 West End interpretation of the 1970 musical Company will transfer to Broadway this spring, beginning previews in the Jacobs Theatre on March 2 and officially opening on composer Stephen Sondheim’s 90th birthday, March 22. This revolutionary production, directed by Marianne Elliott, reverses the genders of the characters, updates the script and, during its London run, won four Olivier Awards. One of those winners, Patti LuPone, will come to Broadway as well to reprise her role as Joanne. Joining her will be Katrina Lenk (The Band’s Visit) as the lead role, Bobbie. Stay tuned … Continue reading In Comes Company! London Transfer Set for March 2020

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Casting announced for the National Tour of “The Spongebob Musical”

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Words by Léna Fontaine He’s not just a simple sponge! The casting is now complete for the upcoming National Tour of “The Spongebob Musical”. Stepping into the yellow-character shoes is Lorenzo Pugliese as Spongebob Squarepants, Beau Bradshaw as Patrick Star, and Daria Pilar Redus as Sandy Cheeks. The touring cast also includes Christopher Cody Cooley as Squidward Q. Tentacles, Zach Kononov as Mr. Krabs, and Tristan McIntyre as Sheldon Plankton. Also in the company are Joshua Bess, Morgan Blanchard, John Cardenas, Natalie L. Chapman, Richie Dupkin, Teddy Gales, Stephen C. Kallas, Méami Maszewski, Stefan Miller, Mary Nickson, Dorian O’Brien, Caitlin … Continue reading Casting announced for the National Tour of “The Spongebob Musical”

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“Everybody’s Talking About Jamie” movie to hit the screen in October 2020

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Words by Léna Fontaine Jamie’s name will be in shining lights once again. The movie adaptation of the UK musical sensation “Everybody’s Talking About Jamie”  is coming to theatres on October 23, 2020, as confirmed by the 20th Century Fox in a tweet. The UK musical, created by Dan Gillespie Sells and Tom MacRae, is itself based on the 2011 BBC documentary Jamie: Drag Queen at 16, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie. The story follows Jamie, a young drag queen who overcomes hates and prejudices to become his own person and finally step into the spotlight. The movie will star the young … Continue reading “Everybody’s Talking About Jamie” movie to hit the screen in October 2020

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Jordin Sparks to return to Broadway as Jenna in Waitress

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Words by Léna Fontaine 9 years after making her Broadway debut in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “In The Heights”, Jordin Sparks will return to the musical theatre stage in Waitress. She will take on the title role of Jenna for a limited engagement, from September 16 through October 27. Talking about her return, the American Idol’s star and hit-singer said : “I’ve missed the Broadway stage ever since I took my final bow in In the Heights in 2010. I am so excited to be able to return to it and serve up some musical pie!” She’ll be joined on stage by … Continue reading Jordin Sparks to return to Broadway as Jenna in Waitress

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Joe Sugg to join the cast of Waitress in the West End

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Words by Léna Fontaine There’s a new face in the dinner! Youtube star, filmmaker, vlogger and Strictly Come Dancing finalist Joe Sugg will make his stage debut in the UK production of Waitress from September 9th. He will join the London cast as Ogie, taking over from The Inbetweener’s actor Blake Richardson who will take his final bow on september 7th. About the opportunity to jump on stage, Joe said, “I’m so excited I’ve been given the opportunity to play Ogie in Waitress. I’m excited to be a part of the cast and to have now landed a role in … Continue reading Joe Sugg to join the cast of Waitress in the West End

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Casting announced for “The Lightning Thief : The Percy Jackson Musical” on Broadway

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Words by Léna Fontaine One week after announcing its Broadway transfer, the hit-musical dropped who will take on the role of Percy Jackson on Broadway, this fall. Just months after wrapping up their 2019 National Tour the whole cast of The Lightning Thief : The Percy Jackson Musical will reprise their roles at the Longacre Theatre. The cast of the new production, seen off-broadway and on tour will be led by Chris McCarrell (Les Misérables) as Percy Jackson for the third time. He’ll be joined by Kristin Stokes as Annabeth, Jorrel Javier as Grover/Mr.D, Sarah Beth Pfeifer as Clarisse, James … Continue reading Casting announced for “The Lightning Thief : The Percy Jackson Musical” on Broadway

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WATCH Ben Platt, Laura Dreyfuss, Gwyneth Paltrow and Jessica Lange in the new trailer for The Politician

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Words by Léna Fontaine Ahead of its september 27th debut, Ryan Murphy’s new show “The Politician” dropped its first official trailer. And according to this first sneak-peek, Ben Platt is going to have a lot to deal with in this season. Throughout this season, high-schooler Payton (Ben Platt) will have to deal with assassination plots, problematic classmates who throw homophobic slurs at reporter and a rival who calls herself “a stone cold b*itch with ice water in her veins”, all while exploring his sexuality. A bold and busy program. Along Ben Platt, the show stars Gwyneth Paltrow as Georgina Hobart, … Continue reading WATCH Ben Platt, Laura Dreyfuss, Gwyneth Paltrow and Jessica Lange in the new trailer for The Politician

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[Interview] Jennifer Ashley Tepper talks Be More Chill, Joe Iconis and dreams

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Jennifer Tepper wears many hats: producer, author, historian, programming director, and overall musical theatre maven. Her works, from the Jonathan Larson Project to the Untold Stories of Broadway series to Be More Chill, are staples in the Broadway community. She took a break from her busy schedule to talk to Curtain Call about the Feinstein’s/54 Below experience, the authenticity and integrity of Joe Iconis’s works, and what it’s like to have so many of her dreams come true at once.  Continue reading [Interview] Jennifer Ashley Tepper talks Be More Chill, Joe Iconis and dreams