The Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons Is Back on Broadway!

Jim Parsons has to be one of my favorite actors right now. He is beyond hilarious. Because of him I went to see him in The Normal Heart this past summer; which was amazing. He even stopped and took a picture with me! So when I found out he was going to be back on broadway needless to say I was thrilled. He will be in the revival show Harvey. For more info click the link from broadway.com:
Jim Parson's Back on Broadway!

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Spider-Man Turn Off The Dark!



So ever since Spider-Man Turn Off The Dark started I had be curious about the show. Of course all the injuries and bad press didn't help the show start off with a bang. But after they took some time off to tweak some things, it started up again, and boy did it make a come back!

Now, I know the bare minimum when it comes to super heros. But I was still curious about seeing the show. My aunt had mentioned to me that she thought it was be the perfect show to take my 9yr old cousin for his first Broadway show. I agreed,and said that I wanted to see it also. So I went to the box office and purchased the tickets (there was actually a line there).

So this past Saturday my aunt, uncle, mom, cousin and I headed into the city for the day for some lunch and to see the show. Unfortunately, I hurt my ankle at work 2 weeks ago, and I'm on crutches which made it hard to get to the balcony where our seats where. Luckily, the theatre had elevator access, so I didn't have to climb as many stairs as I thought.

We had seats in the first row of the balcony..I sat in the aisle seat and my cousin sat right next to me; which turned out to be perfect seats (I'll explain why in a moment!)

So we were all getting excited when the lights dimmed and I was really curious to see how my cousin would enjoy his first Broadway musical. The show started, and in my opinion the beginning of the story went by kind of slow. However, it was necessary to explain the back story of how Peter Parker became Spider-Man. The plot basically is the same as the movie. It's about how Peter Parker becomes Spider-Man, the love story between him and Mary Jane, and his battle with the super villan the Green Goblin.

During the second act is where the real action started! The aerials in this show...WOW. It was amazing! They had about 10 different guys play Spider-Man, because of how many tricks there were. At one point right before the end of Act 1, the usher moved my crutches...and I was thinking, they're not in the way. Well, come to find out..they were! Spider-Man comes out of a door and runs down the aisle and jumped and sat right next to my cousin and I! He scared the bajeezus out of us! But it was awesome! He did it again a few more times, and my cousin even got a wave from Spidey! We were able to see most of the fighting scenes and tricks. I give these actors props, there is no way you could get me to fly around that theatre! Every single one of us enjoyed the show! I was worried to see if my cousin would enjoy it, since it was a musical. But all the aerial tricks, fight scenes, and the fact that Spidey sat next to us several times made him love it!

I would totally recommend this show! The story was good, the costumes and aerials were insane! This show is for kids and adults. It's so worth seeing! I would love to see it again, but from the different views. If you're in the city and are looking for a show to see, go see Spider-Man Turn Off The Dark!!

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Green Goblin Interview

Patrick Page is the new Green Goblin in Spider-Man Turn Off The Dark. He gave an interview with broadway.com. If you want to learn more about Patrick, check out this link: Broadway.com Interview With Patrick Page, The New Green Goblin

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Spider-Man Word of Mouth

Spidey has had its ups and downs. It has gotten great buzz so far since it finally opened. Want to see what broadway.com's word of mouth reviewers had to say about it? Check out the link to watch the video: Spider-Man Word of Mouth

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Interview With Jim Parsons

I fell in love with Jim Parsons from watching The Big Bang Theory. The show is hilarious, and Jim, in my opinion, makes the whole show. When I heard he was going to be on Broadway in The Normal Heart, I knew it was a play that I wanted and had to see. When I found out it was going to be closing July 10th, I immediately purchased tickets to see the play, and of course Jim. He did an interview with broadway.com about the play. Click the link to check out the interview: What's Up, Jim Parsons?

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Brooke Shields on GMA

Brooke Shields took some time out of her busy schedule to talk to Good Morning America about becoming the new Morticia in the Addams Family. Check out the link from broadway.com to see the video clip: Brooke Shields Talks Becoming A Memember of The Addams Family on Good Morning America

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Tragedy Strikes At How To Succeed

Last night was supposed to be How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying's 100th performance. Unfortunately this was not the case. The clock kept ticking away, while audience members waited in their seats for the show to begin. As time went on, they were informed with issues backstage and they would be updated soon. After about an hour, Daniel Radcliffe and other actor came on stage to give the audience news that the show would not go on. To read more about this unfortunate event, click the link from broadway.com to read more: How To Succeed In Business Stagehand Dies Backstage

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American Idiot...The Movie!

A lot of shows these days are turning into films. Chicago, Rent, Rock of Ages, etc. Whats the newest show that will become a movie? American Idiot of course! The show just recently ended their run on Broadway. Now I was always skeptical of this show since it opened. I have seen Green Day perform live before..and they were great. So when I heard they were making a show based on their music I was unsure about it. I mean, if I wanted to hear Green Day songs, why would I want to hear it from anyone other than Green Day? Near the end of their run, I actually wanted to go see it..but since Billie Joe Armstrong went back to the show, it was kind of hard to get tickets (not to mention I'm a broke college student!) So, I never ended up seeing the show.

However, now I will be able to get a chance to see it on the big screen! So at least I'll be able to see it, even if it is in my local movie theatre. Check out this link from broadway.com to read more about it: Billie Joel Armstrong Set To Star In American Idiot Movie; 2013 Released Planned

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Also, check out this other great blog about broadway, rush/student/and lottery tickets! This is def a blog worth reading! Broadway Informer and follow her on Twitter: @Bwayinformer

Broadway In Bryant Park

Need something free and fun to do in the city?? Are you a fan of broadway?? If you, you're going to want to check this out! A bunch of shows will be performing in Bryant Park on certain dates! Check out their website for what shows are performing on which dates. I know I'll be there! Who else plans on going?!

Bryant Park

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Rent Cast Announced!

Hey all you Rentheads out there! The new cast for Rent has been announced! Check out the link to find out who will be playing some of your favorite roles! The New Bohemians: Casting Announced for 'Rent' Revival

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Idina Menzel = Amazing!

I'm a huge RentHead, and I love everyone and everything about it. I was too young to see the original cast in the show-but when I hit high school I saw it as many times as I could. I would listen to the soundtrack everyday. I just couldn't get enough of it. When I had found out that Idina Menzel was going to be in Wicked, I immediately bought tickets; without even fully knowing what the show was about. Her being in it was enough for me. Once the first note left her mouth, I got chills. Hearing her live was incredible. I fell in love with her even more so than before.

After Wicked I started keeping up with what Idina was involved in. I have been lucky enough to see Idina perform live in concert twice. The first time was at Count Baise Theare in Red Bank, and the second time was just last week when she performed at NJPAC. Both times she was AMAZING! For the NJPAC my cousin and I went and our seats were really crappy...but we didn't care. Her voice reached us without her having even to try. She performed songs from her famous shows Rent, Wicked, Glee and many more. She was hilarious as well. Not only can she belt out songs, she has such a rapport with the audience. She would tell stories in between songs, and everyone laughed their asses off! (If she ever gives up singing, she has a career as a comedian!) She made fun of her and Lea Michele singing Poker Face because she thought it was weird for a mother and daughter to sing (and she's right!)

After the show my cousin and I decided to wait at the stage door to try and meet her. We waited about 45 minutes, and out she came! She was super nice, sweet and gorgeous! She took the time to autograph everything! And the bonus of the night was she said she would also take pictures with us! My cousin and I almost died! We never thought we'd actually get a picture with her; an autograph was fine with us! It was the perfect end to an amazing night!! If you have the chance to see her live, DO IT!! Below are some pictures from the February show and the June show!

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Idina Menzel with Marvin Hamlisch

My cousin, Idina, and Me!!

Wicked playbill signed by Idina Menzel & Kristin Chenoweth!

Summer Hiatus

So it's been awhile since I've posted anything new..I know, I know! Things got hectic near the end of the semester with papers, projects, and finals. I can't believe it's been a month since the semester ended! So I decided to take this time to relax and enjoy my time off before I started my summer job. But now my little hiatus is over! It's time to get back to blogging! I feel nice and refreshed and ready to get back into it! I'll have a post up by Monday or Tuesday! So stay tuned!

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Fabulous on The View

Congrats to Sister Act on their Tony nominations! It's well deserved! And for everyone who can't make it to NYC to see the show, good news! Sister Act will be creating a North American Tour for 2012! Patina and the girl saying Fabulous on The View. Click the link from theatremania.com to see the video!

Patina Miller and Cast Perform "Fabulous, Baby" on The View

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Wonderland..Not So Wonderful?

It's been a very busy couple weeks! I haven't been able to post lately due to finals week..ugh! But good news! Classes are finally done and I'm off for the summer, woohoo! So now I can get back to business!

We all know about the movie Alice In Wonderland, and we all know that it was brought to the Broadway. Its preview was March 21st, and it officially opened April 17th. But sadly the show will be disappearing down the rabbit hole for good on May 15th. They've only had 33 performances and was barely open for 2 months. They did not get nominated for a Tony either. So if you still want to see this show, hurry up!! You have 4 more days to see Alice!

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Behind the Scenes of Wonderland’s Cast Recording

The cast recording of the Broadway show Wonderland is being released May 3rd. If you wana see some behind the scene footage of the cast recording the album check out this link: Behind the Scenes of Wonderland's Cast Recording

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Beaches..The Musical?

We all remember that tearjerker movie Beaches. There is no way you can sit through that movie without reaching for the tissues. Well get your tissues, because Beaches is going to become..a musical! The show will be based more on the novel than the screenplay. Either way, I'm curious to see how this will pan out as a musical. So keep your  out for more info about the show! To read more click this link: Get Out Your Handkerchiefs! Beaches, the Musical, Is in The Works

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Frenchie Davis - The Voice

Frenchie Davis is at it again! Most people know her from being on American Idol..and also..RENT! She was on the first episode of the new tv show The Voice, which debuted yesterday. Click the link to hear her rock out: Watch Reality TV and Rent Alum Wail on The Voice!

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Want to Win a Signed Playbill?!

Do you want to win a signed playbill?! Well here is your chance! A Twitter friend is running a contest. She is trying to reach 75 followers, and whens he does she will give away a signed playbill from either How to Succeed In Business Without Really Trying or The MotherF**ker With The Hat! Which playbill to be given away is still to be decided. So go follower her: @bwayinformer!

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Broadway Grosses

Check out this article from broadway.com to see which shows grossed the most this past week.

Broadway Grosses: Book of Mormon Sets House Record; 11 Shows Top 1 Million

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Wonderland Choreography

Check out this youtube video about Wonderlands choreography: Wonderland on Broadway Choreography

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Outer Critics Circle Nominations

The Outer Critics Circle nominations have been announced and guess who has the most nominations?? You guessed it: Sister Act. They have the most nods with 9 nods. Another front runner is Anything Goes with 8 nods. Congrats to both! Winners will be announced May 16th so check back to see if your favorites won! If you want to see who else has been nominated click the link for more info: Sister Act and Anything Goes Lead Outer Circle Award Nominations

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Tony Nominations May 3rd!

So only 6 days until the nominations for the 2011 Tony Awards are announced! I don't know about you guys, but I'm excited! I'm pretty curious to see who will get nominated this year. One show I'm pretty sure won't get nominated is poor Spidey. But maybe better luck next year? I'm interested to hear what everyone thinks! What shows do you think will be nominated this year?! I wana hear your thoughts!!

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The Office Does Rent!

The Office has got to be one of the funniest shows out there. But sadly, Steve Carrell is leaving the show for good and only has 1 or 2 more episodes left..sigh! On last nights episode The Office employees sang a little song for Michael Scott. Click the link to see! The Office Bids Farewell to a Beloved Character with 'Seasons of Love' from Rent

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Tierney To Rejoin SPIDER-MAN Cast During Hiatus

Well it's no secret the Spidey hasn't had the best of luck this year. With many cast members getting injured, shows stopped half way because of technical problem, and people dangling in the hair over the crowd, it's got to be hard to get positive reviews. So if you haven't heard, Spider-Man Turn Off The Dark is taking some time off to regroup. They've closed up shop to try and fix the problems that have caused them so much negative press. The show will re-open June 14th (hopefully). And there is some good news: injured SPIDER-MAN perform Christopher Tierney will return to the musical. Tierney fell 30 feet and was seriously injured. He is now cleared by doctors to return to the show. Hopefully that will be the first and last time he has injuries from this show. To read more, check out this article from broadwayworld.com: Tierney To Rejoin SPIDER-MAN Cast During Hiatus

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My Space: Dan Domenech of Rock of Ages

Wana see Dan Domenech's 5 favorite things in his dressing rom? Well here's your chance! Check out this video from broadway.com: My Space: Dan Domenech of Rock of Ages

Rock of Ages is currently playing at the Helen Hayes Theatre

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Ask A Star: Justin Guarini

Sadly American Idiot is going off Broadway...and soon. But Justin Guarini is answering some of your questions! Ask A Star: Justin Guarini

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Another Star Joins Rock of Ages Film

Joining the cast of the Rock of Ages film is non other than Catherine Zeta-Jones. Now I wouldn't have pegged her to be in this movie, but hey she was great in Chicago! To read more about her joining the cast, check out this link from broaway.com: Catherine Zeta-Jones Joins The Cast of Rock of Ages Film

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Word of Mouth Review: Wonderland

Many of us are familiar with Alice in Wonderland, right? If you weren't before, I'm sure you're familiar now with the remake that starred Johnny Depp. Now Alice is somewhere else....Broadway! If you think you might be interested in seeing this show, check out this link from broaway.com for their word of mouth review of the show: Word of Mouth Review: Wonderland Although the people in the video were kind of harsh, it still looks like it might be worth seeing. After watching the word of mouth review, what do you guys think??

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Marla Mindelle - Sister Mary Roberts

Marla Mindelle, who plays Sister Mary Roberts in Sister Act plays the part perfectly! They couldn't have picked anyone to play this shy, musically gifted nun! Check out this video of her from broadway.com: Saints & Sinners of Sister Act: Marla Mindelle on Sister Mary Roberts

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Sarah Bolt from Sister Act

Want to learn more about Sarah Bolt, who plays Sister Mary Patrick in Sister Act? Check out this article from broadwayworld.com: Interview with Sarah Bolt of Sister Act

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Patina Miller - Fabulous Baby!

Want to read more about the star of Sister Act Patina Miller? Check out this article: Patina Miller Makers Her Broadway Debut in Sister Act

Tonight is the official opening night of Sister Act! Break a leg, you guys are fabulous baby!

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Sneak Peak of Sister Act on Broadway

There's only 3 days left until opening night of Sister Act! I thought it was a great show and if you can, go see it! Heres a short video montage of the show from broadwayworld.com: Sister Act on Broadway Sneak Peek!

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Wonderland Reviews

The Broadway musical Wonderland has offically opened. Check out this review of the show from the New York Times: New York Times Wonderland Review

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Tony Award Announcement

The 2011 Tony Award nominee's will be announced May 3. Check out this article from broadway.com to read more! Matthew Broderick and Anika Noni Rose to Announce 2011 Tony Nominations

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Hair Returns

Hair is coming to the St. James Theatre for a 10-week summertime run, July 5-September 10, with opening night set for July 13.

To find out more info, check out this article from broadway.com: Hair Headed Back to Broadway for Summer Run

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A Broader Way

Broadway star Idina Menzel (RENT, Wicked, etc) and her husband Taye Diggs (RENT, Private Practice, etc) started a foundation in 2010 to support the youth and the arts. They just launched their new website! To find out more information about their foundation, click the link below!

A Broader Way

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Alec Baldwin, Robert Sean Leonard & More to Present 2011 OBIE Awards

The Village Voice's 56th annual OBIE Awards is being held on May 16th. This is an award show for Off-Broadway shows. To read more, check out this article from broadway.com:

Alec Baldwin, Robert Sean Leonard & More to Present 2011 OBIE Awards

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Russell Brand & Alec Baldwin in Rock of Ages Film? Yep!

It has been confirmed that funny guy Russell Brand and Alec Baldwin will be in the movie adaptation of the play Rock of Ages! To read more, check out this article from broadway.com:

Confirmed! Russell Brand Will Duet With Alec Baldwin in Rock of Ages Film

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Have Questions For Bebe Neuwirth and Roger Rees From The Addams Family?

Broadway.com has the segment Ask A Star and they're asking for your help! Click the link below to submit your questions for these Addams Family stars Bebe Neuwirth (Morticia) and Roger Rees (Gomez)

The Addams Family's Kooky Couple Bebe Neuwirth and Roger Rees Are Taking Your Questions

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American Idiot..The Movie?

The Broadway show American Idiot, based on the music by the band Green Day, will perform it's last show April 24th. Now, I never saw this show. Mythought process was that if I was going to pay $120 to hear Green Day songs, I'd rather watch the band. (Which I did see them live, and they were awesome!) But that's just my opinion. However, now with the show going off Broadway, there are talks that American Idiot is in the works for becoming a movie. Check out this article from broadway.com for more info!

American Idiot Film In The Works; Will Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong Star?

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Gleeks Rejoice! Glee Live Offers Footage of Lea Michele and Co. in Action

Hey all you Gleeks out there! Who is ready for the Glee tour this summer?! I know I am! I've had my tickets since they day they went on sale! Here's a video from broadway.com showing behind the scenes with the Glee tour last year!

Behind The Scenes of Glee Live 2010

Kristin Chenoweth Returns to Glee!

Hey all you Kristin Chenoweth fans! Guess who's returning to Glee?! Thats right..Kristin is coming back as the lovely(drunken) April Rhodes! I don't know about all you other Gleeks but I can't wait for her to come back! I feel in love with her in Wicked, and I love her even more in Glee! So everyone keep an eye out for Ms. Rhodes!

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Wicked Good! Fans Love Catch Me's Norbert Leo Butz as Fiyero

Check out this link from broadway.com about a poll on which role people liked Norbert Leo Butz the best!

Fans Love Catch Me's Norbert Leo Butz as Fiyero

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Make RENT Yours!

RENT is looking for all types of artists to create their own version of a Rent Returns teaser! The winning video will be posed on the new rent website! For more info click this link: Make Rent Yours

You can also check out their blog: Rent Off Broadway Blog

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Who else is looking foward to the return of RENT? I know I am!!

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The Travolta's Spend Some Time At The Addams House!

The Travolta family spent some time in NYC and saw The Addams Family! Check out this link from broadway.com to see some picture!


John Travolta and Kelly Preston Have A Kooky Time At The Addams Family

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Catch Me If You Can Review

Catch Me If You Can opened on broadway last night April 10th. Check out the link below for the New York Times review!

Catch Me If You Can New York Times Review

Here's a short slide show of pictures fromt the show: Catch Me If You Can Photos by the New York Times

.Christie Brinkley The New Roxie Hart

Watch out Velma, there's a new Roxie in town. Tonight was Christie Brinkley's first performance as Roxie Hart in Chicago. Now I've seen Chicago 3 times, and all 3 times were fantastic. I have yet to be disappointed in this show. I'm very curious to see how she lives up to the role. The role was orginated by none other than a broadway great: Bebe Neuwirth. The last time I saw Chicago the role of Roxie was played by Bianca Marroquin, who has by far been my favorite. I might just have to see it again to see how Brinkley puts her own twist to it! Was anyone able to see her debut tonight? How was she?! Let me know your thoughts!

Here's a link from broadway.com to watach a video of Christie showing off her dance moves on Good Morning America.

Christie Brinkley Shows Off Her Chicago Dance Moves on Good Morning America

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Bye Bye Bebe

Bebe Neuwirth will be leaving The Addams Family June 28th. Her replacement? Brooke Shields. Now, having seen the play with the original cast, it's hard for me to imagine anyone else playing Morticia besides Bebe. She is Morticia. She has the look and the sound. Not to say that Brooke won't do the role justice, but in my opinion, she has some pretty big shoes to fill.

Check out this article from broadway.com to read more about it!

Brooke Shields to Succeed Bebe Neuwirth as Morticia in The Addams Family

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When You're An Addams

 

For awhile my dad had been saying that he wanted to see The Addams Family. At first I thought "yeah, I'm not seeing that." But with spring break coming up, I figured we could do a father daughter day in the city and see the show. So that's what we did.

I went into the city a few days earlier and bought the tickets at the box office of the theatre (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre) and got front row seats! However, after purchasing my tickets I heard the guy at the box office tell the people online that that Sunday would be Nathan Lane's last show. Of course I bought tickets for the next week. So I went back and asked if I could switch my tickets to see his last show. Thankfully the guy was super nice and gladly exchanged the tickets. We still got great seats: second row..not to shabby.

I was beyond excited that I was going to be so close to two huge broadway stars: Nathan Lane and Bebe Neuwirth. Who knows when I'd ever be able to see those two ever again! The play started with the classic Addams Family theme song and the audience went nuts. The story line is that Wednesday Addams falls in love with a "normal" boy and she wants to have his family over for dinner at their house. Of course, this concerned her entire family. One of the songs is called "One Normal Night", where she begs her family to try to be a little more "normal". The as the show goes on, things of course don't go as planned. I won't spoil the whole story, because it's really funny. You'll just have to go see it yourself!

The entire cast was absolutely amazing. The actor who played Lurch did a great job! Jackie Hoffman who played grandma was hilarious! Then there was the set. One word: Awesome. They had all sorts of moving sets, and parts of the set were animated. The combination of the acting and set put the show over the top.

We actually picked a perfect night to see the play. Not only was it Nathan's last show, but it was also the last performance for 6 of the original cast members. At the end the directors, producers and the cast gave speeches. I'm really glad that we switched our tickets to see their last performances. Even though the cast has changed, it is totally worth seeing



The Original Cast of The Addam Family



Left to Right:  Adam Riegler (Pugsley), Krysta Rodriguez (Wednesday), Zachary James (Lurch), Kevin Chamberlin (Uncle Fester), Bebe Neuwirth (Morticia), Nathan Lane (Gomez), Jackie Hoffman (Grandma)

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Audience Choice Awards

Check out this link from broadway.com about the first ever broadway.com audience choice awards ceremony!

Audience Choice Awards

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Whoopie Sneaks A Peak During Sister Act Rehearsal

Check out this video from broadway.com!

In Rehearsal With The Stars of Sister Act

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Patina Miller of Sister Act

Check out this video from broadway.com! It's the star of Sister Act on Broadway Patina Miller talking about her experiences with the show!

Show People: Patina Miller of Sister Act

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Sister Act? Amen!

Last weekend I did something I've never done before: rush for tickets. Ever since I heard Sister Act was coming to Broadway I knew I had to see it. Both movies are some of my all time favorites. Previews for the show started March 24th and it officially opens on April 20th.

For this blog I have also created a twitter account (@AllThingsBway) and one of the first people I followed was @SisterActBway. One thing I really like about following them on twitter is that they actually talk to their audience! They interact with everyone and it makes it that much more fun to follow them. They @ mention their fans and retweet things. Also, by following them, I heard about their rush tickets. If you show up at the theatre (Broadway Theatre) at 10am the day of the show, you can get front row orchestra seats for $26.50! Yes, $26.50! I had to do a double take myself when I first read it. So far they say there is no end date for the rush tickets. They also raffle off free tickets (I believe on Friday's) via twitter. All you do is follow them on twitter, then @ mention them with a good deed you've done that week ending the tweet with #gooddeed. You'll then be in the running to win free tickets!

So I told my friend about it and she agreed that we should rush. So I woke up at 6am (Yuck! I haven't seen 6am since high school!), and I got on the train to head into the city to get these awesome tickets. I got to the theatre at about 9:30am and there were about 12 people ahead of me in line. I was shocked. It was a Friday morning, and crappy outside, and I didn't think there would be that many people in line. So the doors open up at 10am on the dot. I go inside with my fellow theatre goers and with 3 people ahead of me I was told that the rush tickets were sold out. SOLD OUT?! I couldn't believe it! Normally they have about 20 something tickets, and they only had 15! I was pissed needless to say, but my friend and I had planned on seeing the show anyway. So I bought 2 orchestra seats for the 8pm show.

Can I just say that this show is Faboulous Baby! The main plot is practically the same as the movie. Deloris (Whoopie's character in the movie) was played by Patina Miller. Boy can she saaanngg! The story continues about how she witnesses a murder and has to stay in a rectory with the nuns. At first when I read the playbill I was disappointed that none of the songs from the movie were in the show. But as the show went on, I didn't even care. I found myself tapping my foot along to every song. The entire cast was amazing. There was not one single weak link. Marla Mindelle, the actress who plays Sister Roberts, (the very shy nun) couldn't have played the part any better!

There are a few suprises in the show, which I won't spoil...you'll just have to see it for yourselves! I totally recommend seeing this play!

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Sister Act Previews

Hey guys! If you're a fan of the movies Sister Act, get ready for Sister Act on Broadway!! Previews for the show start this Thursday, the 24th!! The show offically opens April 20th! It's at the Broadway Theatre, located on 53rd street. This is a show I can't wait to see! If anyone goes to see it, please let me know what you think!

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Ask A Star: Addams Family

Check out this video Ask A Star with former Addams Family members Krysta Rodriguez (Original Wednesday Addams) & Wesley Taylor (Original Lucas Beineke)

Ask A Star: The Addams Family Krysta Rodriguez &Wesley Taylor

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Ask A Star! Mary Poppins

Check out this link to watch a video with Mary Poppins stars Laura Michelle Kelly (Mary Poppins) & Gavin Lee (Bert) as they answer fan questions!

Ask A Star: Mary Poppins Stars Laura Michelle Kelly & Gavin Lee

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Ever Wanted To See Elphaba's Dressing Room??

Check out this video from broadway.com to sneak a peak at Elphaba's (Teal Wicks) Wicked dressing room at the Gershwin!

Teal Wicks Dressing Room!

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The Addams Family Loses A Stage Manager

It's a sad day in the Addams house. Stage manager Beverley Randolph passed away yesterday. Click the link below to read the article from broadway.com

addam family loses stage manager

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Spider Man Takes a Break

ANOTHER stall in this broadway production. Check out this link to read more.

http://www.broadway.com/shows/spider-man-turn-off-the-dark/buzz/155586/revised-spider-man-musical-to-open-june-14-following-three-week-hiatus/

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Should Spidey Hang Up His Tights?

Unless you've been living under a rock for the past year, you've probably heard about Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark. Unfortunately, what you've heard probably has not been in a positive light. This production has pushed back opening night for months now. With countless amounts of injuries to the cast, this show is not getting the best word of mouth buzz. There have been rumors that the show is going to be sued (whether this is true or not, I have no idea.) Although, some people are simply buying tickets just to see someone get stuck up in the air. Well there has been another glitch to the show: the director has left the show. Click the link below to read an article about the loss of the shows director.


http://www.ny1.com/content/top_stories/135227/sources---spider-man--director-leaves-b-way-production

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Wicked Partners With BullyBust

Wicked has partnered up with BullyBust to help against the war on bullying. Check out this link to see what they're doing to help this cause!

Wicked and BullyBust

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New Family Members In The Addams Family

Say goodbye to some family members of The Addams Family

Check out the behind the scenes rehersal to meet the new family of The Addams Family!

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Ashley Brown Flies Back to Mary Poppins

Check out this article about Mary Poppins from broadway.com!

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Everyone's A Little Bit Racist..

So you're going into the city to hang out for the day and you want to go see a play but not sure what to see. You've heard about this show called Avenue Q about people on stage with puppets. You're probably thinking to yourself "Why on earth would I want to see a show with puppets? I don't want to see a kids show." Well you'd be wrong! WARNING: Avenue Q NOT FOR KIDS!



Avenue Q is playing off-broadway at the New World Stages theatre located on 304 West 50th between 8th and 9th ave. This is just one of the shows playing at New World Stages. They actually have 5 different small theatres within the building showing different plays in each theatre. The theatre is smaller and more intimate than the theatres on broadway. You won't find a bad seat in the house. Tickets are about $90(It's cheaper if you buy them right of the box office.)


Finally the lights dim and the show begins with the theme song, "We Live on Avenue Q." The actors come on stage with puppets in hand, and for a split second you think you're watching Sesame Street. But then they open their mouths and you realize you are far from Sesame Street. Avenue Q is about a recent college grad named Princeton. He's finally out living on his own and excited about starting his life. Unfortunately, he can only afford an apartment on Avenue Q, which isn't the best neighborhood. He finds an apartment, and his landlord is (drumroll please): Gary Coleman (enough said). He starts making friends with his neighbors: Brian & his wife Christmas Eve(who play regular people with no puppets), Kate Monster, Rod, Nicky, & Trekkie Monster.



The play is about their trials and tribulations of life. The first number they sing is "It Sucks To Be Me." That song sets the bar for the rest of the show. With other songs like, "Everyone's a Little Bit Racist", "Give Us Your Money", "The Internet is for Porn", and "I'm Now Wearing Any Underwear Today" it will be hard not to be doubled over with laughter. And as the play goes on, they focus on the relationships of the group. Now, I don't want to give away all the stories, because I won't be able to do it justice. Just take my advice and spend the $90 to see the show, it's worth it.


Here are some good quotes from the show:


Nicky: "What's schadenfreude?"
Gary Coleman: "It's German for happiness at the is fortune of others."
Nicky: "Happiness at the misfortune of others?.. that is German."


Christmas Eve: "The jews have all the money and the whites have all the power, and i'm always in taxi cab with driver who no shower."


Princeton & Kate: "Everyone makes judgements based on race."
Princeton: "Not big judgements like who to hire or who to buy a newspaper from. Just little judgements like thinking the Mexican bus boy should learn to speak God damn English!"
Princeton & Kate: "Everyone's a little bit racist today."


Here's a video of Everyone's a Little Bit Racist:



Me with Jed Resnick who played Princeton



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Jesse L. Martin Excited for RENT's Return!

Check out this interview with Jesse L. Martin the original Tom Collins from RENT.

http://www.broadway.com/shows/rent/buzz/155416/go-rent-original-star-jesse-l-martin-on-the-musicals-return-to-the-new-york-stage/

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RENT Returns!

All you Rentheads out there get excitd! RENT is returning! It will be performed at the New World Stages starting this summer! Previews start July 14th, and offical opening night is August 11th. They are starting the casting process soon, so if you want to audition check out their websites: ww.siteforrent.com, their blog: www.rentoffbroadway.blogspot.com and their Twitter page @RentOffBroadway

Bitten By The Love Bug: The Broadway Love Bug

I was about 10 or 11 years old when I saw my first Broadway show. My mom and aunt took my brother, cousins and I into the city for the day. Us kids thought we were so cool; it was our first train ride ever. Riding the train we thought we were all that and a bag of chips. We finally reached our destination: New York Penn Station. We got off the train and started trying to navigate through the crowded, smelly train station. (Riding the train didn't seem so glamorous anymore) We finally made our way out of the train station and were standing on 34th and 8th. It was a gorgeous Spring day; perfect weather for walking around the city.

We didn't have any specific plans for the day. My mom and aunt were just going to wing it and try to have a great day. They finally decided that since we were in the city, we should go see a play. Needless to say, my brother, cousin's and I weren't too thrilled about this decision. What kid wants to spend a beautiful day inside? And in a play no less! They decided that we were going to see The Sound of Music. Cue the dreadful music. All at once you heard moaning, whining and complaining. Of all the plays to see, that was probably the last play we'd ever think of going to see. So they dragged us to the TKTS booth in Times Square. It was the quickest and cheapest way to get tickets for the same day of the show. God must have been on our side that day, because when we got there there were no more tickets! Thank the Lord! Needless to say, we were super excited we didn't have to go see that play. But they still thought we should see something, so the next best thing was Cats.

Cats was playing at the Winter Garden Theatre. (Located between 50th and 51st street; now currently showing Mama Mia!) Cats had been on Broadway for years and my mom and aunt figured it would be more entertaining for us. So they bought 6 tickets and off we went. We got into the theatre, found our seats, and waited for the lights to dim. By this point, I personally was getting really excited to see what this was all about. I mean, I knew it was a show about people dressed up as cats and singing, but that was the extent of it. All of a sudden the lights went down and cats started popping out behind people! They were hidden in the audience and were interacting with everyone. I thought that was the coolest thing. So for the next few hours I sat in the theatre in amazement. When it was finished the lights came up and everyone on stage came and took a bow. From that moment on, I was hooked. All it takes is just one show to get you hooked. Sometimes I wonder if we had gone to see Sound of Music if I would have felt the same way. Regardless, from that day forward I became a lover of Broadway.

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