Tickets Now On Sale For The Pee-wee Herman Show On Broadway

Let me just start off by saying how I excited I am about seeing this show. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think that one of my favorite performers would ever be on Broadway.Growing up as a child his Saturday morning show not too mention his movies were a personal favorite of mine.

Now here we are almost thirty years since The Pee-wee Herman Show first premiered at The Roxy Theatre in Los Angeles and it is about to take Broadway by storm. In fact the show hasn't even opened at they have already extended the run. Looks like Pee-wee is backfolks. Previews are set to begin at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre on October 26 with opening night set for November 11.

As of now the shows final performance is scheduled for January 2,2011 but if reviews are good I would not be surprised if it extends a few more weeks. We shall see. Get your tickets to see the Pee-wee Herman Show on Broadway. Maybe I'll see you there. Until next time theatre fans.

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Driving Miss Daisy To Begin Previews Next Week

That's right theatre fans. One of this season's most highly anticipated new shows is about to begin. Driving Miss Daisy is set to begin previews at the John Golden Theatre on October 7 with opening night scheduled for October 25. The show which will run thru January 29, 2011 stars Tony winners James Earl Jones, Vanessa Redgrave, and Boyd Gaines. Believe it or not but this will mark the shows first time on Broadway. Most people forget that while the show enjoyed a long successful run in New York from 1987-1990 it was at an Off-Broadway theatre.

That productions originally starred Tony nominee Dana Ivey and Oscar winner Morgan Freeman who reprised his role for the 1989 film. Being a big fan of the film I can not wait to see this production. Plus with a cast like this you know it's going to be good. Be advised that while most dates are close to being sold out there really is not a bad set as the theater only seats 800. That means whether you are in the first row or the last row you will have a great view. Get your tickets to see Driving Miss Daisy on Broadway. Expect the show to be a big contender at this years Tony Awards.

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Twisted Sister Frontman Dee Snider To Join Cast Of Rock Of Ages This Month

Just when you thought Rock of Ages couldn't get more even wilder comes the news that Dee Snider is joining the cast. Beginning on October 11 Mr. Snider will play Bourbon Room owner Dennis Dupree. The former frontman for Twisted Sister will play a limited 11-week engagement at the Brooks Atkins Theatre thru December 24.

In addition to his role in the 80's rock musical he will also host a weekly talkback series called "Rock Senate Hearings" which will play on Tuesday nights beginning on October 19. Now those of you who read my blogs now that Rock of Ages is one of my favorite shows on Broadway. Truth be told I never expected to like it as much as I did.

I'm not really a fan of the whole "Jukebox Musical" with Jersey Boys being the one exception of course. Besides being a fan of the music I just think the show is a lot of fun. How many other shows can say that? Anyway for those of you who haven't seen the show now is the perfect time.

From now thru October 30 you can get seats to this Tony nominated musical for prices that can't be beat. Be advised that this "Special Offer" is for select seats and subject to availability. Get your tickets to see Rock of Ages on Broadway.You will have the time of your life.

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Tickets For The New York Knicks 2010-2011 Now On Sale

That's right Knicks fans. Basketball season is finally here. Well in thirty days that is. Now being a huge Knicks fan I tend to get a lot of flack from my friends and colleagues. You know what? I don't care. Win or lose I am a Knicks fan for life. Anyway for those of you fans like me who are eager to get your hands on tickets for the 2010-2011 season then you have come to the right place my friends. Good seats are available for every game so call now. Get your tickets to see the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Maybe I'll see you there Until next time sports fans.

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New Musical Catch Me If You Can To Open On Broadway Next Year

Well it looks like the 2010-2011 Broadway season is shaping up to be a big one. Following the recent announcement that Priscilla Queen of the Desert will open at the Palace Theatre in Spring 2011 comes the news that another screen to stage transfer will also make it's Broadway debut.

Catch Me If You Can, a new musical based on the 2002 film of the same name, will begin previews at the Neil Simon Theatre on March 7, 2011 with opening night set for April 10, 2011.

The show which first premiered in 2009 at Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre will feature a score by Tony winners Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.

Directing the show is two-time Tony winner Jack O'Brien with choreography by fellow Tony winner Jerry Mitchell. All four men previously collaborated on Hairspray which won the 2003 Tony Award for Best Musical and enjoyed a six year run on Broadway.

Will lighting strike twice? Now while I have never seen the film I expect the show to do very well and be a big contender at next years Tony Awards. We will soon find out. Until next time theatre fans.

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Save On Green Day's American Idiot

Never in a million years did I ever think that I would hear the music of one of my favorite bands on Broadway. Yet here we are in 2010 and American Idiot is a major force on the Great White Way. In fact Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong is performing the role of St. Jimmy beginning tonight thru October 3. Good luck getting tickets now folks. Now for those of you who still want to see the show even after Mr. Armstrong leaves do I have good news for you. From now thru January 20, 2011 you can get get tickets at prices that can't be beat. Be advised that this "Insider Deal" is not good for Saturday evenings and is for select seats. Now having seen the show I can tell you that there in not a bad seat in the house. Plus the show is very loud which means whether you are in the front of the Orchestra or the rear of the balcony you will get the full effect. Get your tickets to see Green Day's American Idiot on Broadway. You don't have to be a fan of Green Day to enjoy it. Although it sure helps.

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Customer Story

That's right theatre fans. It's time for my first customer story in almost two weeks. Let me guess. You were all going thru withdrawls weren't you? NOT! Anyway today's customer story actually happened right before I left for vacation. Now usually I can't remember what happened two hours ago let alone two weeks.

However this was a very memorable customer. It was late in the day when I received a call from a travel agent who's client was looking for a large number of tickets to The Lion King next month. Eighteen tickets to be exact.Now while the show has been playing for almost thirteen years it is still one of Broadway's hottest selling shows.

In fact it still sells over a million dollars a week. How many long running shows can say that? So now that I knew how many she needed I asked her when her client was available. Of course she picked one of the most popular dates of the year.

Columbus Day weekend. Oh sure it's not Thanksgiving or Christmas but it is still a busy weekend. So now we've got the number and the date. The only thing left is the price. Well not only was I able to get all eighteen seats together but at a price that was lower than she had seen anywhere else. Another satisfied customer. Will you be next?

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Priscilla Queen Of The Desert To Begin Previews On Broadway In February 2011

Well that sure didn't take long for the Palace Theatre to find a new tenant now did it? Fresh off the announcement that West Side Story will shutter it's doors in January Priscilla Queen of the Desert will take it's place. The show which first premiered in Sydney in 2006 will begin previews on February 28, 20011 following a 12-week engagement at The Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto. Opening night is set for March 20, 2011. Now while I enjoyed the movie I really don't remember that much about it except the music. Based on the success the show has had in other cities around the world I would assume the show will do very well over here. Could we have another Mamma Mia on our hands? We shall see. Until next time theatre fans.

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West Side Story To Close January 2011

That's right theatre fans. It was just announced that one of Broadway's most beloved musicals of all time will soon depart. West Side Story will play it's final performance at the Palace Theatre on January 2, 2011. The show which opened on March 19, 2009 will have played a total of 27 previews and 748 regular performances when it closes. Growing up the movie was and still is a favorite of mine. Therefore when it was announced that the show would be returning to Broadway for the first time in almost 3o years I was very excited. Now while I was disappointed by some of the casting choices it was still a solid show overall. My guess is that this will be the last time the show is revived for a very long while if not ever again. Therefore I encourage you to check it out before it is too late. It is a piece of theatre history after all. Get your tickets to see West Side Story on Broadway. Time is running out.

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A Day In The Life Of A Ticket Broker

Today as I was walking to work, as I do every day, I found myself taking my time as I made my way thru Times Square to my office on 43rd Street and 8th Avenue. My office like many ticket brokers is in the theater district. In fact I am only a block and a half away from some of Broadway's most oldest and well known theatres. Now as I made my way up Broadway I stopped at the Wintergarden Theatre (Mamma Mia) where I noticed a sign that was hanging from the marquis. It read, "The Best Time On Broadway". Since I have never seen the show I really can't agree or disagree with that statement.

Now since the show has been running around the world for over a decade I can only assume that people love it. After all a show doesn'r run that long if people aren't enjoying it. Having lived here for the better part of two decades I can pick ten to fifteen other shows that I would pick as the "The Best Time On Beoadway".Rent of course is my favorite show. I don't see that changing anytime soon. The thing is it doesn't really matter what I think. I usually see the shows for free. That's one of the perks of working in this business. What matter is that we continue to support the theatre. Now whether that's here in New York or at some small theatre in your hometown. Live theater. There is nothing like it. Until next time theatre fans.

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Broadway Grosses

Wow! What a difference a week makes huh? Last week there were six shows that were part of the million dollar club. This week there were only two. The Lion King and Wicked. No surprise there as they are still two of the most popular shows running on the Great White Way. As of now no shows are scheduled to close except for those select ones that are only playing for a limited run of course.

Now looking at last weeks grosses I can't imagine American Idiot or even Next To Normal lasting for too much longer. In fact there is a rumour that Next To Normal could close as early as January 2, 2011. Mind you that is a rumour and not confirmed. I for one hope that it lasts as it is truly one of the most original and emotional shows on Broadway today. Keep your fingers crossed. Now onto last week's grosses. Enjoy!

A Little Night Music
$532,746 80.4%
American Idiot
$430,449 63.6%
Billy Elliot
$854,498 84.0%
Brief Encounter
$123,695 63.2%
Chicago
$421,946 66.3%
Fela!
$344,626 64.1%
In the Heights
$407,974 63.2%
Jersey Boys
$961,606 94.4%
La Cage aux Folles
$458,895 64.5%
Mamma Mia!
$775,403 85.5%
Mary Poppins
$558,088 54.8%
Memphis
$777,222 72.6%
Million Dollar Quartet
$495,360 58.5%
Mrs. Warren's Profession
$179,981 80.4%
Next to Normal
$236,417 66.5%
Promises, Promises
$825,154 64.1%
Rock of Ages
$410,239 72.9%
The Addams Family
$806,698 65.5%
The Lion King
$1,228,315 83.4%
The Phantom of the Opera
$664,515 70.7%
West Side Story
$487,878 50.5%
Wicked
$1,400,569 95.0%

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Customer Story

This week's customer story comes all the way from Austin, Texas. Now believe it or not but we were open on Labor Day. At first it seemed like it was going to be a rather slow sales day. However around 1pm the phone action started to pick up. Makes sense right? People are at home. I mean what else is there to do on your day off? Go to the beach for one last day in the sun? Been there. Done that. So anyway I received a call from a very nice lady who was planning a trip to New York for the Thanksgiving holiday and wanted to see a couple of shows while she was here. I asked her what she wanted to see and she told me that Billy Elliot and The Phantom of the Opera were here two top shows.

Now normally for a show like Phantom we can get good tickets for below face value as it has been playing for a number of years. Twenty-two to be exact. However since it was a holiday week most shows will not offer any kind of discount. So after a little research I was able to find her three very nice seats in the center section of Row C in the Front Mezzanine. Plus at a rate that was lower that she has seen anywhere else. After securing seats for Phantom we moved on to her second show Billy Elliot. Once again I was able to find excellent center seats in Row B of the Front Mezzanine. Another satisfied customer. Will you be next?

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A Day In The Life Of A Ticket Broker

So here I sit at my desk on a surprisingly cold Saturday in September trying to figure out something to blog about. Now as most people know September tends to be a rather lackluster month here in the big city. The kids are back in school and most shows see a dip in sales at least until the middle of October or even later for some. Of course before you know it November will be here and performances will begin for this year's Radio City Christmas Spectacular.

Followed of course by Thanksgiving and the Christmas Tree lighting at Rockefeller Center and finally Christmas and New Year's. Then we get to start all over again. Here's to 2011!.Yes I know that is still over three months away. It's funny but before I moved to New York time always seemed to go slow. Of course growing up in the Midwest everything is slow. That's probably why I was in such a hurry to move here.

Cut to almost twenty years later and I'm now wishing life moved a little slower. Boy do I sound old or what? The fact is we are all going to get old eventually. Might as well embrace and enjoy it. I don't know about you but I can't wait my 30's are over. Bring on the 40's. Well I guess I did find something to write about. Sure it wasn't about the theatre but it least it was meaningful. Sure maybe but not to you but that's o.k. too. Until next time.

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Save On Broadway's Longest Running Show The Phantom Of The Opera This Fall

Who would have thought that when The Phantom of the Opera first opened in 1987 we would still be talking about it twenty-three years later? Now while I enjoyed the show I never thought it would still be here all these years later. Yet here we are in 2010 and the show is just as popular as it ever was. In fact I wouldn't be surprised if it ran another ten years. The show which recently welcomed back one of it's longest tenured Phantom's Hugh Panaro is still one of Broadway's highest grossing shows week in and week out. Now the reason for today's blog is to tell you about a special offer. From now thru November 6, 2010 you can tickets to see the show for prices that are.......wait for it.....below face value. Who says that Broadway tickets have to be expensive? Be advised that this "Insider Deal" is not good for Saturday evening performances and is subject to availability. Get your tickets to see The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway. It is what Broadway is all about.

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Save On Tony Winner Memphis This Fall

That's right theatre fans. This year's Tony Award winner for Best Musical is now available at some incredible savings. I am of course talking about Memphis. The show which began previews at the Shubert Theater last September also won the Tony Awards for Best Score and Best Book of a Musical. Now while the show received rave reviews when it opened last year it really didn't become a hit at the box office until it win the Tony. Since then it has been grossing close to a million dollars a week.

The show which is set to launch it's National Tour next year is one of the most energetic and uplifting shows on Broadway. It's what is known as a real "Crowd Pleaser".Makes you run out right now and buy tickets doesn't it? Now as I mentioned you can now get good seats to see this award winning musical at some amazing prices. From now thru November 21 you can obtain tickets to see Memphis at prices that can't be beat. Get your tickets to see Memphis on Broadway. You will love it.

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Broadway Production Of Jersey Boy Celebrates Milestone

Has it really been almost five years since Jersey Boy opened on Broadway? Time sure does fly doesn't it? In fact the show will celebrate it's 2000th performance tomorrow. The show which won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical is still packing them in at the August Wilson Theatre eight times a week as well as at theatres in London, Australia,and Nationwide. Now unlike most people I wasn't too excited about the show when if was first announced. The truth is I'm not a big fan of the so called "Jukebox Musical".

I've never seen Mamma Mia and probably never will. So cut to two years into it's run and I finally broke down and saw the show. Turns out I loved it. In fact I would put it in the top ten shows that I have seen on Broadway in the last decade or so. Trust me It is amazing. In fact it wouldn't surprise me if it reaches another 2,000 performances before all is said and done.By the way for those of you who haven't seen the show now is the perfect time. Good seats are available for all performances so call now. Get your tickets to see Jersey Boys on Broadway or when it comes to a city near you. You will have the time of your life. I know I did. Until next time theatre fans.

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Tickets To Spider-Man:Turn Off The Dark To Go On Sale September 13

Let me guess. You're as excited about this news as I am right? NOT! Let's face fact's. This show has been postponed more times than I can count. I know it's only been three times. It just seems like more. After all people have been talking about this show for almost five years now. At this point does anybody really care? Now believe it or not but I actually want to see the show. You see the thing is I love me a good old fashioned Broadway flop. Who knows? The show might surprise as all and be a hit. Although according to yesterday's article in the New York Times the show would have to run at full capacity for almost five years straight for it to make it's money back. I don't see it. However I will be the first to admit it if I am wrong. We shall see. Until next time theatre fans.

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Get Your Tickets To The 2010 Radio City Christmas Spectacular

Christmas is coming. Christmas is coming. Yes I know it's still over three months away but it will be here before you know it folks. Now in it's 77th year is the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. The perennial holiday favorite first began in 1933 continues to enchant millions of people of all ages year in and year out. This year's edition will begin performances on November 5 and run through December 30.

Believe it or not but in the 18 + years that I have lived in New York I have never seen the show. In fact the first time seeing a show at Radio City Music Hall was less then two months ago. Now I have no doubt that I would love the show if I saw it. I just always felt is was one of those things you need to see with your someone or when you have a family.

Luckily I'm still a young guy so I'm sure I will see it one day. Fingers crossed. Now for those of you who need ticked to this years Radio City Christmas Spectacular you have come to the right place. Good seats are now available for all performances. Get your tickets to see the 2010 Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Your holidays won't be the same without it.

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Broadway Revival Of Driving Miss Daisy To Go On Sale This Thursday

That's right theatre fans. One of this season's most anticipated shows will soon be available. Driving Miss Daisy which stars Tony Award winners Vanessa Redgrave, James Earl Jones, and Boyd Gaines will begin previews at the Golden Theatre on October 7 with opening night set for October 25. The show is scheduled to close on January 29, 2011.Prior to it's official box office opening on Thursday the show was on sale to American Express Gold Card members. Now while the show is not completely sold out you can expect ticket sales to increase as we get closer to the first preview.

The 1989 Academy Award winning movie was a personal favorite of mine so I can't wait to see it live on stage. Plus you've got three of Broadway's finest actors to boot. Makes you want to rush out and buy a ticket right now doesn't it? By the way the Golden Theatre only seats about 800 people which means there really isn't a bad seat in the house. However that also means it will sell out faster due it's size. Get your tickets to see Driving Miss Daisy on Broadway. I know I can't wait to see it. Who knows? Maybe I'll see you there.

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Broadway Grosses

Is it really September already? Where did the Summer go? Before you know it Christmas will be here. Yes I know it's still over three months away but trust me. Time moves very fast my friends. Once again the same top shows lead the pack. They were Billy Elliot,Jersey Boys,Promises,Promises,The Addams Family,The Lion King, and finally Wicked. Now September is always a slow month so even shows like Million Dollar Quartet and Next To Normal that are posting a low number should probably see a boost as we get deeper into the holidays. I for one hope both shows stick around for awhile as they are two favorites of mine. Keep your fingers crossed theatre fans. Now onto last weeks grosses. Enjoy!

A Little Night Music
$639,698 96.3%
American Idiot
$611,946 61.2%
Billy Elliot
$1,042,174 95.4%
Chicago
$542,621 78.4%
Come Fly Away
$703,952 72.2%
Fela!
$481,772 75.2%
In the Heights
$577,477 74.8%
Jersey Boys
$1,017,390 96.8%
La Cage aux Folles
$553,143 73.6%
Mamma Mia!
$818,526 77.9%
Mary Poppins
$844,188 76.8%
Memphis
$900,642 83.4%
Million Dollar Quartet
$468,077 57.6%
Mrs. Warren's Profession
$134,547 87.3%
Next to Normal
$296,154 79.4%
Promises, Promises
$1,006,844 78.3%
Rock of Ages
$501,908 83.8%
The Addams Family
$1,079,425 86.2%
The Lion King
$1,467,779 93.8%
The Phantom of the Opera
$735,223 71.2%
West Side Story
$623,485 61.3%
Wicked
$1,622,078 100.0%

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Customer Story

This week's customer story comes all the way from Irving, Texas. This past Friday I received a call from a very nice lady who was planning a trip to New York later this month and was hoping to see a couple of shows while she and her husband were her. I asked her if she had a couple of shows in mind and she mentioned that while her husband was not a big Broadway fan he did want to see Million Dollar Quartet as he is a big fan of Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. I asked her when she and her husband were available to go and I was able to get her excellent seats in the Center Front Mezzanine for below face value. For her second show she wanted to see the new Broadway revival of Promises, Promises. However this time she needed three tickets as she was treating her niece who lives in New York to the show. Once again I was able to get her great seats in the Front Mezzanine center for the same price as the other ones. Not only that but I was able to suuggest over a dozen restaurants to check out while she was here. Another satisfied customer. Will you be next?

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My Thoughts On The Ticket Industry

Having worked at at Applause Theatre Service for over six years now I can tell you that I have seen and heard it all. In fact just the other day I received a call from a woman who wanted to know if we could get her good seats to see Wicked on Broadway during the Thanksgiving holiday. I told her that although that is one of the busiest times of the year it should be no problem as she was looking far enough in advance. Plus we always make a point to keep a lot of inventory for that time of the year as we know that there will be a lot more people in the city.

Now what she said next threw me for a loop. As I said before I have been doing this for a long time. Therefore you would think that there was nothing that she could possibly ask me that I hadn't hear before right? Wrong. She wanted to know if I could get her five seats in Zone A for the Friday matinee the day after Thanksgiving. Having never heard of zone seating before I immediately thought that perhaps I was the one that was confused. Maybe she was looking for Wicked at another theatre besides the one on Broadway.

Maybe other theatres have a different name for Orchestra and Front Mezzanine seating. Who was I to question her? Well as it turns out prior to calling me she had called another company who offered her seats in Zones A, B, and C. Not only that but it was for the New York production after all. Now it doesn't take a genius to figure out that since A is at the top of the alphabet that means that A was Orchestra and Front Mezzainine and that B and C were probably Mid and Rear Mezzanine. Makes sense right?

So after figuring that out I found some very nice seats for her in the Front Mezzanine at a price that was lower then she was seeing elsewhere. So anyway after wrapping up the sale I decided to do a little research on this so called "Zone Seating" that she was talking about. It seems that "Zone Seating" is a phrase made up by a lot of brokers that allows them to offer a customer seats for shows that they hope to be able to fill at a later date.

That means you will probably get seats but you won't know the exact locations at the time of purchase. Basically that means you could be paying a lot of money to sit behind a pole. Now having been in every theatre there really isn't a bad seat no matter where you sit. Oh sure some theatres do have partial view seats but at least they tell you that before you purchase them. Trust me. I would never give someone my hard earned money without at least knowing where I am sitting. So? Why should you. Until next time theatre fans.

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Broadway Revival Of La Bete Starring Tony Winner David Hyde Pierce Now On Sale

That's right theatre fans. La Bete is coming back to Broadway. Let me guess you've never heard of it right? Well believe it or not but it actually opened on Broadway in 1991 at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre where it ran for a total of 25 performances. Following it's disappointing run on Broadway it transferred to London where it won the Olivier Award for Best Play. I guess the Brits knew something we didn't.

Cut to eighteen years later and the show is being revived in a new production starring the aforementioned David Hyde Pierce Alma with Tony winner Mark Rylance(Boeing-Boeing) and Absolutely Fabulous star Joanna Lumley. Prior to it's Broadway opening the show played at the Comedy Theater in London from June 26-August 28, 2010.

Previews for the Broadway production begin on September 23 at the Music Box Theatre with opening night set for October 14. One can only hope that this new production fares better than it's predecessor. We will soon find out. As of now the show is only scheduled to run thru February 13,2011.

By the way if you call now we can get you tickets to see La Bete on Broadway for below face value. Be advise that this "Special Offer" is good for every performance except October 14 (Opening Night) and subject to availability. Good seats are available for every performance so don't delay.Get your tickets to see La Bete on Broadway. Who knows? It might just succeed this time around.

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Tickets For Time Stands Still To Go On Sale On September 9

Now I know what you're thinking.Didn't Time Stands Still close over six months ago? Yes it did. The show which was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Play finished it's limited run at the Samuel J. Friedman this past March. However due to the popularity of the show and it's glowing reviews the show will return to Broadway this fall for an open ended run. Returning to the cast are Tony nominee Laura Linney,Brian Darcy James,Eric Bogosian,and Christina Ricci who replaces original star Alicia Silverstone. Previews are set to begin at the Cort Theatre on September 23 with opening night set for October 7. By the way from now thru November 24, 2010 you can get tickets to see this Tony nominated play for prices below face value. Be advised that this "Special Offer" is not good for October 7(Opening Night) and subject to availability. Good seats are available for every performance so call now.

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2010 Fall London Theatre Season

Now believe it or not but I have never been to London. In fact except for the occasional trip to visit my family in Illinois I rarely leave New York City. Now don't get me wrong. I'm sure I would love it. Probably so much that I would want to stay forever. No. I love to New York too much to do that. Now unlike Broadway where a new season begins in June following the Tony Awards and usually ends during the last week of April London doesn't work that way. A show opens when it wants too. Let's take a look.

First up is Les Miserables. Yes I know it's not a new show. In fact the show is set to celebrate it's 25th Anniversary. To mark that special occasion a special concert version of the show starring Broadway veterans Norm Lewis,Tony winner Lea Salonga,teen pop sensation Mick Jonas will play London's O2 Arena on October 3. Not only that but another production of this award winning musical will play at it's original theatre(Barbican)from September 14-October 2. Three productions of Les Miz at the same time? What is a theatre fan to do? See all three I guess.

Next up is Passion. The show which won the 1994 Tony Award for Best Musical will begin performances at the world renowned Donmar Warehouse on September 10. The theatre will also present concert version of two of Sondheim's other know works. Merrill We Roll Along and Company. Next up is Fela. The show which received ten 2010 Tony nominations including Best Musical will begin preview at the Nationals Olivier Theatre on November 6. Sahr Ngaujah who received a Tony nomination for Best Actor will cross the pond to reprise his role for the London production.

To be honest I'm not sure how London theatregoers will take to the show? However if it is as well received as the New York production expect the show to have a long run. Finally we have Flashdance The Musical. Any idea what it is based on? Why the cult 1983 movie of the same name of course. I have a feeling this one might do very well in London. Now I've been wrong before but London theatregoers loved Dirty Dancing and turned it into one of the biggest hits in years. We shall see. Sounds like London might be the place to be this fall.Who knows? Maybe I'll see you there.Until next time theatre fans.

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Save On Tony Winner Avenue Q This Fall

Seven years and counting and Avenue Q is still one of New York's funniest shows. Having seen the show four times I can attest to how great the show is. In fact it was the first Broadway show my parents ever saw. Even to this day they still talk about and that was over six years ago. Now that's one memorable show folks.

The show which beat Wicked for the Tony Award for Best Musical of the Year transferred to a theater Off-Broadway in 2009 following a six year run on the Great White Way. Most shows are lucky to run a couple of years so seven really says something.I have to commend the producers of the show for taking the innovative to move the show to a smaller venue in order to extend it's run for the foreseeable future.

Now for those of you who haven't seen the show yet do I have good news for you. From now thru December 23 you van get tickets to see this Tony Award wining musical for prices that can't be beat. Be advised that this "Special Offer" is good for all performances except Saturday evenings. Get your tickets to see Avenue Q. Good seats are available so call now. You will love it.

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Broadway Revival Of Mrs. Warren's Profession To Begin Performances Tonight

Now I'll admit I'm not an expert when it comes to the classic playwrights of the 19th Century. Heck if it wasn't written after 1960 I probably have never read it or seen it. When I first moved to New York I was more of a musical type of guy. Although I will say over the last few years I have enjoyed more of the plays than the musicals.

Tonight will mark the first new production of George Bernard Shaw's Mrs. Warren's Profession since 1976. The show which was written in 1893 stars two-time Tony Award winner Cherry Jones in the title role and Golden Globe winner Sadie Hawkins will officially open at the American Airlines Theatre on October 3. Tickets are on sale thru November 21.

As with most Roundabout Theatre productions seating is limited in the first few weeks due to the fact that is a subscription house. The good thing is that the American Airlines Theatre is so small that there truly is not a bad seat in the house. Just a reminder that if you call before October 10 you can get tickets to see Mrs. Warren's Profession at prices that are below fave value. Be advised that this is for select seats and is subject to availability. Call now.

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Now Is The Best Time To See West Side Story On Broadway

Growing up as a child the movie version of West Side Story was always a favorite of mine. Now though I have lived in New York for almost twenty years I never thought I would ever see the show on Broadway. The last revival was over 30 years ago and while popular only ran half as long as the original 1957 production. Plus with it's large cast and well known but somewhat difficult choreography it was probably hard finding a producer willing to finance a new production.

Therefore when it was announced in the fall of 2008 that the show was coming back to Broadway I was thrilled but skeptical that this new revival would not live up to my memories of the classic film. Prior to it's Broadway opening in March 2009 it opened in Washington D.C to rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. Things were looking good for this beloved musical. Being in the industry that I am in we often get invited to all the new shows prior to it's opening night.

That way when people call and want to know what to see or not to see in some cases we can give them an honest opinion. Finally it was time to see the show. Now as I said I did walk into the theatre with a little trepidation. I am happy to say that after almost 3hrs in the theatre I was thoroughly entertained. Now was it as good as the movie? No. Let's face it. That is a lot to live up too my friends. Is it worth seeing? You better believe it.The truth is this will probably be the last time the show will ever be revived on the Great White Way again.

I suggest you see it before it disappears for good. Now don't worry. It's not closing next week. However I would not expect it to last more than another year or so. Now for those of you who have not seen this Tony Award winning play then do I have good news for you. From now thru the end of October you can get tickets to see this beloved musical at some incredible savings. Be advised that this "Insider Deal" is not good from October 8-10 and is subject to availability. Get your tickets to see West Side Story on Broadway. Shows like these don't come around everyday so call now.

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Film Star Brendan Fraser To Make Broadway Debut This Fall

Afternoon theatre fans. After much speculation it was officially announced today that film star Brendan Fraser will make his Broadway debut this November. Elling, a new play based on the popular Norweigan novels by Axel Hellstenius and Petter will begin previews at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on November 2, 2010 with opening night set for November 21, 2010.

The show which is being directed by fellow Tony winner Doug Hughes is set to run thru March 20, 2011. Joining Mr. Fraser are Tony Award winners Denis O'Hare, Richard Easton and film and television star Jennifer Coolidge. Here is a brief synopsis of the show from today's press release.

"Set in the current day, ELLING is a comedy about a wildly mismatched pair of roommates trying to embrace life, love, friendship, pizza, poetry and women. Denis O'Hare plays obsessive/compulsive Elling. Brendan Fraser, plays the wildly enthusiastic gentle giant Kjell. Jennifer Coolidge plays Reidun, the object of Kjell's considerable affection, and Richard Easton plays Alfons, Elling's unlikely poet mentor."

Now while Mr. Fraser may not be the box office draw he used to be I personally am looking forward to seeing him on stage. He has always been a very underrated actor as far as I am concerned. I just think he has made some bad choices over the years. My guess is it isn't him. It is simply his managers pushing him into some questionable projects. I for one hope this will give him the opportunity to prove to all those naysayers that he is indeed a very talented actor. Break a leg Mr. Fraser.

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See Rock Of Ages On Broadway This Fall For Below Face Value

I will be the first to admit that when I heard that somebody was creating a new musical featuring some of Rock's beat songs from the 80's I was a bit skeptical. Now don't get me wrong. I love the music of the 80's. In fact it is probably my favorite area when it comes to music. It's just that over the years the whole "Jukebox Musical" has been hit or miss.

You see for every Mamma Mia and Jersey Boys there is a Good Vibrations and All Shook Up. Therefore when I went to see it for the first time I walked in with a little hesitation. Cut to almost two years later and I have seen the show four times. Looks like I was wrong. If you are looking for a great night in the theatre then Rock of Ages is the show for you.

The one thing I love most about the show except for the music of course is the fact that it is bringing people to Broadway that might not usually come in the first place. Maybe by seeing Rock of Ages that might encourage them to check out other shows as well. Now for those of you who haven't seen the show yet I have good news for you my friends.

From now thru the end of October you can get tickets to see this Tony nominated musical for prices that are......wait for it....below face value. Be advised that this "Special Offer" is not good for Columbus Day Weekend (Oct 8-10) and is subject to availability. Get your tickets to see Rock of Ages on Broadway. You will have the time of your life. I know I did.

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