BWW Interviews: The Cast of Theatre UCF's BOEING BOEING

Kicking off Theatre UCF's summer season is BOEING BOEING, a play originally written by Marc Camoletti and translated by Beverly Cross and Francis Evans. Set in Paris during the 1960's Bernard (Patrick Sylvester) happily juggles life with the aid of his maid (Kate Ingram) as a swinging bachelor with three beautiful women. Bernard's friend, Robert (Eric Earley) comes to town, at the same time a new Boeing jet throws off all of Bernard's careful planning. (more...)

BWW Interviews: 7th House Theater Collective Enlists HAIR For Inaugural Production

The Twin Cities is second only to New York City in live theater per capita and is the third-largest theater market in the U.S. For smaller and newer theatres it is easy to get lost in the long list of theatre options patrons have. This is something 7th House Theater Collective, a new Twin Cities theatre company is hoping to avoid. Founded by a young group of professional theater artists the collective is dedicated to offering low-cost, high quality musical theatre to the Twin Cities. HAIR: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical will be the collective's first production. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Jillian Mueller a Young Giant in FLASHDANCE

Even though Jillian Mueller is still in her teens, she is already a veteran to Broadway and touring around the country. She has played in such shows as 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas,' 'Bye, Bye Birdie,' American Idiot,' 'Memphis' and her latest show FLASHDANCE playing the lead role of Alex. She shared with Broadway World some of her great moments on stage as well as the hard work she had to make it to where she is today. (more...)

This Is Your Brain On Musical Theatre: 10 Questions with Idina Menzel

On the eve of her first ever concert tour of Oz, Idina Menzel gives us a peek into her brain on musical theatre. Find out her first musicals crush, the night she'd most like to go back to, and which song she considers the saddest to sing ... (more...)

BWW Interviews: Tony LePage on New Air Supply Musical LOST IN LOVE

Musical Theatre and 80s rock are about to collide once again as a new project gets off the ground this Tuesday in New York City. Lost in Love is a modern day retelling of Shakespeare's classic Midsummer's Night's Dream set to the music of Air Supply and starring Constantine Maroulis and Kate Rockwell. Featuring sixteen Air Supply songs and new Music and Lyrics by Graham Russell, the show is an attempt to merge two mediums and introduce a new audience to the joy of live musical theatre. BWW spoke with Tony LePage (who is co-writing the book with Justin Matthew Sargent) on the project and how he balances it with starring in Rock of Ages. (more...)

BWW Interviews - Co-Hosts Nick Jonas, Giuliana Rancic Talk 2013 MISS USA COMPETITION

Giuliana Rancic, co-anchor of 'E! News,' and Nick Jonas, Grammy-nominated American singer-songwriter, will host the 62nd Annual Miss USA Competition airing live on NBC Sunday, The co-hosts chat about what to expect at this year's exciting competition. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Casey Weems, From Fear Factor To Allenberry Playhouse

The Orlando native has made her way from Montana's Bigfork Summer Playhouse to Allenberry... with a detour for eels and squid. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Caroline O'Connor Takes Her Turn as Mama Rose in Melbourne

It is curtain up in Melbourne for The Production Company as they celebrate their 15th anniversary by welcoming back one of their best and brightest to headline an American classic. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Trista Dollison from the Cast of DREAMGIRLS at Maine State Music Theatre

Martha and the Vandellas. Gladys Knight and the Pips. Paul Revere and the Raiders. Bill Haley and His Comets. Dianna Ross and the Supremes. The singer in the front always gets the recognition. But, what about the talented singers behind the "star"? What are their hopes and dreams, and do they ever long to be in the spotlight? (more...)

BWW Interviews: The Cast of Terrence McNally's Debut MOTHERS AND SONS - Tyne Daly and More!

The Bucks County Playhouse will present the world premiere of new Terrence McNally play, MOTHERS AND SONS. This play, according to Bucks County Playhouse, "[tells] the story of a mother of a young man who died from AIDS and his partner at the time of her son's death. In the many years since they last met, both their lives have changed - more than either of them could have possibly imagined. MOTHERS AND SONS asks us to consider how far we have come as a society in need of healing and how far we still have to go." MOTHERS AND SONS runs at the Bucks County Playhouse from June 13 -June 23, 2013. (more...)

BWW Exclusive - Sasha Allen Talks THE VOICE, Tonys & Return to Broadway

Sasha Allen spoke exclusively to BWW about her experience on the show, her upcoming album and whether we can expect to see her back on the Broadway stage! (more...)

BWW Interviews - THE FOSTERS' David Lambert Talks New ABC Family Drama

David Lambert portrays 'intense and talented teen' Brandon Foster in the new ABC Family drama THE FOSTERS. The compelling new series, from executive producer Jennifer Lopez, follows a multi-ethnic family mix of foster and biological kids being raised by two moms. The actor spoke about his character on this ground-breaking new series. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Steffi Didomenicantonio Tackles Natalie in NEXT TO NORMAL

Clearwater Theatre's production of Next to Normal received rave reviews last year and is back again at Tarragon Theatre for a limited run this week. The Tony and Pulitizer Prize winning show tells the story of a family struggling to cope with issues surrounding mental illness, and packs a hefty emotional wallop. With some fantastic tunes and a heartfelt story, this is an eye opening musical likely to make you laugh and cry. Joining the cast this time around are Steffi DiDomenicantonio, Marty Burt and David Coomber. Today BWW is speaking with Steffi D about her experience playing Natalie, meeting Alice Ripley and more. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Dr. Ana Isabel Ordonez Extends Ruby Flower Records to Include Publications

Internationally known biologist and writer Dr. Ana Isabel Ordonez is constantly embarking on new projects. Educated in Europe and a self-taught Victorian patchwork maker since the early 90s, Ordonez has presented her work in France and Luxembourg. (more...)

BWW Interviews: David Coomber Chats Clearwater Theatre's NEXT TO NORMAL

Clearwater Theatre's production of Next to Normal received rave reviews last year and is back again at Tarragon Theatre for a limited run this week. The Tony and Pulitizer Prize winning show tells the story of a family struggling to cope with issues surrounding mental illness, and packs a hefty emotional wallop. With some fantastic tunes and a heartfelt story, this is an eye opening musical likely to make you laugh and cry. Joining the cast this time around are Steffi DiDomenicantonio, Marty Burt and David Coomber. BWW sat down and spoke with David about the challenges associated with joining a 'remount' production, and about how he handles the sensitive nature of the material. (more...)

BWW Interviews: A Conversation with Zekai Fenerci of RENEGADE, Germany's Premier Hip Hop Dance Company

RENEGADE (under the umbrella of the Pottporus Association) realizes free dance theater productions with national and international partners, dancers, choreographers and cultural institutions - with a focus on street art. The hallmark of Renegade Productions is the equal combination of different dance styles and the influence of the artistic elements of street art (graffiti, breakdancing) and takes this principle nationally and internationally acclaimed. Renegade was awarded the main prize at the theater forced NRW 2004, the Herald Angel 2004, the Guardian's Best Physical Theatre and the Fringe First Award 2004. Recently, Renegade was invited to the Germany Dance Platform 2012 in Dresden, presenting one of the 10 best dance German productions. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Chicago Playwright Brian Golden Stops at the Road to Discuss His COOPERSTOWN

Playwright Brian Golden, who is currently artistic director for Theatre Seven in Chicago, hails from Iowa. His latest play Cooperstown is being produced at The Road Theatre's second space at the NoHo Senior Arts Colony on Magnolia Blvd. In town for the weekend, Golden held three talk-back discussions after the Friday June 7, Saturday June 8 and Sunday June 9 performances. In our chat, he describes how the play got started and what it means to him. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Behind the Scenes of Stage Door Players' 40th Anniversary Season

During the curtain speech of the company's recently closed drama 'Dancing at Lughnasa' (read our BWW Atlanta review), Stage Door Players Artistic Director Robert Egizio announced the plays and musicals that will comprise the company's 40th Anniversary Season. The well-balanced slate of shows features comedies, dramas, musicals, and two regional premieres. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Angie Schworer and Sara Gettelfinger Talk Reagle Music Theatre's CHICAGO

This afternoon, I was given the opportunity to speak with Broadway veterans Angie Schworer and Sara Gettelfinger, stars of Reagle Music Theatre's upcoming production of CHICAGO, about their introduction to the world of acting, their experiences with the greats of Broadway, and their complete love and devotion to the theatre world. (more...)

BWW Interviews: BUDDY's Kurt Jenkins Just Wants You to Have Fun

BUDDY, THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, rocks its way to Saint Paul's Ordway Music Theater June 11 - 16, 2013, starring a pair of high-energy actors taking turns on covering the title character of this national touring company's production. Kurt Jenkins and Andy Christopher each play Buddy Holly and opposite performances the other portrays Tommy Allsup. BroadwayWorld.com had the opportunity to get to know Kurt Jenkins before he arrived in Saint Paul. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Life Has Become a CABARET For Showcase Winner Bradley McCaw

Bradley McCaw is the first to admit he was no cabaret aficionado when he started. It was others who recognised the art form might be a perfect fit for this talented performer. The winner of the '2012 Australian Cabaret Showcase' still considered himself primarily an actor and singer back in the early days, fresh off touring the world with the Australian super-group 'The Ten Tenors'. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Vanessa Marano Talks Learning and Growing on SWITCHED AT BIRTH

Vanessa Marano stars on ABC Family's SWITCHED AT BIRTH, a thought-provoking family drama about two girls who were sent home with the wrong parents thanks to a mix-up at the hospital and the chaos that unfolds when they discover the truth fifteen years later. She portrays rebellious teen artist, Bay Kennish, who struggles to find her place in a family and community that favors her deaf “switchster,” Daphne Vasquez. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Orlando Actor/Producer Justin L. Baldwin on his Rocky Love Story QUAKE: A LOVE STORY

QUAKE brings together Orlando-based actors, Kelly Kilgore and Justin L. Baldwin. BroadwayWorld.com recently sat down with Artistic Director of A.R.T. Co., Justin L. Baldwin to discuss QUAKE: A Love Story and its acceptance into the New York International Fringe Festival this summer. (more...)

BWW Interviews: BENDING THREADS Cabaret Troupe Presents 'Legends'

On March 28, 2009, any number of other things may have happened, but for some cabaret fans, the date marks the first performance by the cabaret group BENDING THREADS. In an area where groups come and go, that they've stayed together performing for four years and are still going strong is a prime indication that something is working - as are their 2010 and 2011 nominations for Best Group and Best Musical Director from Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs. (more...)

BWW Interviews: Barb Jungr – Adelaide Cabaret Festival - Stockport to Memphis

Barry Lenny talks to Barb Jungr, who is appearing at the 2013 Adelaide Cabaret Festival. (more...)