WATCH : The worldwide Queens of SIX joined forces in a glorious online performance
Words by Léna Fontaine What a royal performance. Fans around the globe joined forces with various cast of SIX for a special lockdown performances. Organized by Grace Mouat and Danielle Steers from the West End Cast, the video features cast from the UK, Broadway, Australia and tour, as well as thousands of royal fans. Though SIX’s performances had to be stopped due to the coronavirus outbreak, this didn’t stop the royal stones as they managed to sing a peculiar and exclusive version of the show anthem, bringing together over 3000 fans and cast from all over the world. Even Toby … Continue reading WATCH : The worldwide Queens of SIX joined forces in a glorious online performance
Nicole Raquel Dennis to lead the UK tour of Dreamgirls
Words by Léna Fontaine She is a dream! Taking on the role of Effie in the UK tour production of Dreamgirls is Nicole Raquel Dennis, who is currently starring in the west end production of Dear Evan Hansen where she plays the role of Alana Beck. She previously appeared in the TV contest The voice in 2019. There, she won the heart of millions by performing “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” alongside her team mentor Jennifer Hudson, who previously won an Oscar for her portrayal of Effie in the 2006 movie adaptation of Dreamgirls. Talking about her … Continue reading Nicole Raquel Dennis to lead the UK tour of Dreamgirls
Shoshana Bean and Ariana Grande to join Jason Robert Brown’s Subculture Virtual Concert
Words by Léna Fontaine It is time for some vocals! Ariana Grande and Shoshana Bean will join Jason Robert Brown’s monthly Artist-in-Residency concert. The virtual show will take place on April 27 at 8pm. If the concert is free to watch online, viewers can still participate by donating to the SubCulture musicians and staff. Last year, Shoshana Bean returned to the stage and played Jenna in Sara Bareilles’ Waitress. Her grand broadway return as She ended her Elphaba’s run in 2006. Previously, She starred in Hairspray, Funny Girl, Godspell and Jason Robert Brown’s Songs for a New World. As for Ariana … Continue reading Shoshana Bean and Ariana Grande to join Jason Robert Brown’s Subculture Virtual Concert
&Juliet extends its booking period again in the West End
Words by Léna Fontaine Fantastic news for the fans of &Juliet! The booking period of the hit musical has been extended to 24 July 2021 at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London. The musical opened in the West End in november 2019 and gained instant popularity, becoming one of the most acclaimed show in the city. Unfortunately, performances had to be stopped when tehatres closed all over the city due to the Covid-19 pandemic. If you had tickets to see the show during this period, there is now plenty of time for you to see it during the following summer! Fortunately, … Continue reading &Juliet extends its booking period again in the West End
Listen now to the Sing Street Original Broadway Cast Recording!
Words by Léna Fontaine Sony Masterworks Broadway released SING STREET (Original Broadway Cast Recording), an album of music from the musical adaptation of John Carney’s indie hit film. The album features music and lyrics by Gary Clark and John Carney. … Continue reading Listen now to the Sing Street Original Broadway Cast Recording!
Ben Platt’s Radio City Music Hall concert will debut on Netflix in May
Words by Léna Fontaine Filmed in September 2019, Ben Platt’s concert at The Radio City Musical Hall will hit Netflix next month. The live event will drop on the platform on May 20. The news was announced by Ben Platt himself on his twitter account. The concert which took place on the final date of Platt’s tour featured song from his debut album “Sing To Me Instead” such as “Share Your Adress”, the emotional “Grow As We Go” and “Bad Habits”, as well as his latest single “Rain” and several covers including “The Joke” by Brandi Carlile and “Take Me … Continue reading Ben Platt’s Radio City Music Hall concert will debut on Netflix in May
Hamilton launches #EduHam at home, a virtual school program
Words by Léna Fontaine Get your education! Hamilton’s very own Lin-Manuel Miranda announced it in a video : Hamilton and The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History have launched #EduHam at Home. #EduHam At Home is a free digital program for students, letting them discover the world of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical and the history of America and its founding fathers. The actual program is an extension of the pre-existing Hamilton Education Program that walks the students through the creating process of Hamilton and helps them create their very own musical theatre piece. SInce its creation in 2016, the program … Continue reading Hamilton launches #EduHam at home, a virtual school program
In The Heights Movie sets new release date
Words by Léna Fontaine The film adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes’ Tony-winning musical In the Heights will hit the screen in june 2021, a year after its original release date. It’s june 2020 premiere had already been delayed due to the coronavirus outbreak. Directed by Directed by Chu and featuring a screenplay by Hudes, the adaptation was originally sets to be released in june 2020. The movie features an all-star cast including Anthony Ramos – who previously played Laurens in Miranda’s Hamilton – in the title role of Usnavi, Melissa Barrera as Vanessa, Corey Hawkins as Benny, Leslie … Continue reading In The Heights Movie sets new release date
[Interview] Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer talks Hadestown, Broadway and the powerful impact of the show!
Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer is making her Broadway debut in Hadestown after a successful music career, performing with stars like Jason Mraz and Gloria Estefan and recording her own songs. Her stage credits include In the Heights, West Side Story, and Fox’s Grease. She combines the two talents for her role in Hadestown, bringing her violin and voice together to play Clotho. Curtain Call is proud to have been able to discuss the roots and relevancy of Hadestown and more with these two incredible ladies this month. Continue reading [Interview] Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer talks Hadestown, Broadway and the powerful impact of the show!
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