Broadway to remain close through summer
Words by Léna Fontaine Theatres will remain close until september at least due to the coronavirus outbreak. The news was confirmed by The Broadway League with a date to resume performances is still yet to be determined. As for the dates and performances that were supposed to take place through september 6 2020, Broadway theatres are offering refunds and exchanges. On the shutdown, Charlotte St. Martin, Broadway League President said : “While all Broadway shows would love to resume performances as soon as possible, we need to ensure the health and well-being of everyone who comes to the theatre—behind the … Continue reading Broadway to remain close through summer
WATCH the cast of “Back To The Future” reunites for a special performance of “Power Of Love”
Words by Léna Fontaine As part of Josh Gad’s “Reunited Apart” series, the cast of “Back To The Future” musical joined forces to perform as very special version of the show’s anthem “Power Of Love”. A performance which also taook … Continue reading WATCH the cast of “Back To The Future” reunites for a special performance of “Power Of Love”
“Repeat Attenders”, a new documentary about musical superfans, will be released on May 16
Words by Léna Fontaine Filmed over six years, the new musical theatre documentary about superfans, “Repeat Attenders”, will be released this Saturday, on May 16. The documentary was filmed on Broadway, in the West End and in Germany and will feature show like Cats, Les Misérables, Starlight Express, Wicked and Hamilton. The movie aims to explore the lives and minds of theatre fans, their experiences and their needs when it comes to musical theatre. Described as “compelling and disturbing”, “Repeat Attenders” promise to be more than honest on what it’s like to be a musical theatre megafan – or obessed. … Continue reading “Repeat Attenders”, a new documentary about musical superfans, will be released on May 16
‘Hamilton’ movie to be release on Disney+ on July 3rd
Words by Léna Fontaine Don’t throw away your shot! While the live recording of the hit musical was only supposed to hit theatres on October 15th, 2021, Disney bumped up the release of “Hamilton” by over a year. The live recording of “Hamilton” will be released on Disney+ on July 3rd! The announcement was made by Disney’s Executive Chairman Robert Iger and Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda on “Good Morning America. A huge move for Disney as the recording was set to have a theatrical run accross the US before hitting the streaming platforms. “No other artistic work in the last … Continue reading ‘Hamilton’ movie to be release on Disney+ on July 3rd
WE ARE FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME to premiere in June
Before Hamilton and In The Heights, there was another group of young people with high hopes and dreams. An improv hip-hop group called Freestyle Love Supreme. And now they get to tell their story too. Following an epic trailer, WE ARE FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME documentary, a 15-year retrospective of Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thomas Kail and Anthony Veneziale’s hip-hop improv show that made its Broadway debut at the Booth Theatre last year is set to be released on Hulu on June 5. Directed by Andrew Fried, the film, tells the journey of Freestyle Love Supreme from a game played by Lin-Manuel Miranda … Continue reading WE ARE FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME to premiere in June
KPOP : The Broadway Musical launches online Open Casting Call
Words by Léna Fontaine The musical is set to open on Broadway next season. In order to find the perfect cast, even when a global pandemic is striking the globe, producers have launched an online casting call, even if the premiere details are yet to be announced. Those interested in auditioning can visit kpopbroadway.com/casting and submit a video of themselves singing, a dance clip that shows their dancing abilities and a description of their experience in dancing, singing and dancing. The show producers are also looking for performers of Asian descent in their 20s. According to the director, Teddy Bergman, … Continue reading KPOP : The Broadway Musical launches online Open Casting Call
WATCH: The cast of Bring It On UK and Ireland Tour practice while in self-isolation
Why would they let a global pandemic and lockdown stop them? Bring it on! Even in self-isolution, the UK and Ireland Tour cast of Bring It On are still learning and rehearsing their moves, under the eye of choreographer Fabian Aloise. See below the video. The cast included Louis Smith as Cameron, Amber Davis as Campbell, Vanessa Fisher as Danielle, AYden Morgan as La Cienega, Georgia Bradshaw as Nautica, Alicia Belgarde as Eva, Chloe Pole as Skylar, Frances Dee as Kylar, Samuel Wilson-Freeman as Steven and Marvyn Charles as Twig. The ensemble also features Roshani Abbey, Zinzile Tshuma, Gareth Moran, Matthew … Continue reading WATCH: The cast of Bring It On UK and Ireland Tour practice while in self-isolation
Fun Home to be streamed online for two weeks
Words by Léna Fontaine Chicago’s Victory Gardens Theatre will make available its 2017 production of Fun Home for two weeks only. It will be presented online from 12 to 24 may for the cost of 20$ (approx. £16,10) per tickets. The 2017 production featured Danni Smith as Alison, Hananh Starr as Medium Alison and Stella ROse Hoyt and SAge Elliott HArper as Small Alison. The cast also included Rob Lindley and McKinley Carter as Bruce, McKinley Carter as Helen Bechdel, Danielle Davis as Joan, Joe Lino as Roy, Preetish Chakraborty as John Bechdel, and Leo Gonzalez as Christian Bechdel. Based on … Continue reading Fun Home to be streamed online for two weeks
Join the cast of Sing Street for “Sing Street : Grounded – At home with the Broadway Cast” on April 30
Words by Léna Fontaine Following the coronavirus outbreak, performers all around the world had to find way to give back to first responder and essential healthcare workers. It is now time for the cast of Sing Street to step up and do their part with an exclusive at home performance. Supporting the charities assisting the theater community, Sing Street presents SING STREET : Grounded – At home with The Broadway Cast. Sing Street : Grounded – At Home With the Broadway Cast will feature songs from the musical including the emotional “Up,” the show anthem “Drive It Like You Stole … Continue reading Join the cast of Sing Street for “Sing Street : Grounded – At home with the Broadway Cast” on April 30
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