Final Weeks For Broadway's Fiddler On The Roof

That's right theatre fans. One of Broadway's most beloved shows of all time is preparing to say goodbye for good. Well not for good. After all I'm sure the show will be back before you know it. After all this latest production is it's fifth revival since the show first premiered on Broadway in 1964.

The show, directed by Tony winner Bartlett Sher ( South Pacific, The King and I), and starring six-time Tony nominee Danny Burstein as Tevye, will play it's final performance at the Broadway Theatre on December 31. When it closes it will have played a total of 464 performances when it closes. Now for those of you who still want to see the show there is still time.

Not only that but if you call right now you can get tickets to see the award winning musical at prices that can't be beat. Be advised they while this "Special Offer" is good thru December 22, it is for select seats, and always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see Fiddler On The Roof on Broadway at the Broadway Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.


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What To See In The West End

Heading to "Merry Old England" in the coming months? Well of course you are going to see a show or two while you are there right? Right. As we speak there are over ninety plays and musicals playing in the West End. The only questions is which ones do you see? Here's a thought. Why not see all of them? Just kidding of course.

I mean I love going to the theatre. But even I couldn't see that many shows. So what do you see? Well London is home to a little known playwright by the name of William Shakespeare. I know. I know. Everybody knows Shakespeare. In fact he has six different plays currently playing in London. Here is a list of those plays.

As You Like It,
Hamlet
King Lear
Love Labours Lost
Much Ado About Nothing
The Taming of the Shrew

But what if Shakespeare is not your cup of tea? How about a good old fashioned musical? Thankfully London is full of them. Here is a list of just a few of them for you to check out.

42nd Street
An American In Paris
Dreamgirls
In The Heights
Les Miserables
Mamma Mia
Motown The Musical
Ragtime
Stepping Out

Now I know what you're thinking. There has to be more musicals than that right? That is true. However I only listed the ones that are playing exclusively in London. Oh sure you could go see The Phantom of the Opera or Wicked if you wanted too. But you can also see both of those on Broadway as well.

Now what if neither musicals or play's are your thing? How about the Opera or maybe even the ballet? Plus did you know that London has their own Christmas Spectacular? I didn't. Although this one is more of a concert, as opposed to the huge production that has been playing at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular for the past eighty-three years.

That's what makes theatre so great after all. So many choices. Oh and one more thing I forgot to mention. We sell everyone of those shows that I mentioned, plus every other show and event in London. Who knew? So what not give us a try? You'll be glad you did. Until next time theater fans.

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Tickets For New Musical Amélie Are Now Available

A couple of weeks ago, I posted a blog about the new musical Amélie coming to Broadway. In the blog I mentioned that we would be selling tickets for the show as soon as it went on sale. Well theatre fans that day has finally arrived.

The show, which is set to begin previews at the Walter Kerr Theatre on March 9, 2017, and open on April 3, is based on the 2001 French film. Now for those of you that are not familiar with the Walter Kerr Theatre, it is one of Broadway's smallest houses.

Therefore I think it will be perfect for such an intimate show like Amélie. That also means that there is not a bad seat in the house. How many theatres can say that? Get your tickets to see Amélie on Broadway at the Walter Kerr Theatre. I can't wait to see it. Until next time theatre fans.

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Broadway's The Phantom Of The Opera Celebrates Milestone

Wait a minute. The Phantom of the Opera is still playing on Broadway? It sure is theatre fans. In fact in January, the show will celebrate it's twenty-ninth year on the Great White Way. Not only that, but tonight the show will play it's 12,000 performance on Broadway. Pretty impressive don't you think?

When I first moved here, the show was in it's fifth year. Now while I loved the show, I never expected to still be writing about it all these years later. Yet here we are twenty-five years later, and the show is still playing to packed houses eight times a week. Congrats to you Phantom. You deserve it. Until next time theatre fans.

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Broadway Bound War Paint Is Now On Sale

That's right theatre fans. One of Broadway's most highly anticipated shows is now on sale. War Paint, which stars two-time Tony winners Christine Ebersole and Patti Lupone, will begin previews at the Nederlander Theatre on March 7, 2017, with opening night scheduled for April 6. The show which premiered at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago, broke box office records when it played there this past Summer.

So what exactly is the show all about? Well for starters the new musical is based on the documentary The Powder and Glory, by Ann Carol Grossman and Arnie Reisman. Wait a minute. A new musical based on a movie? What will they think of next? Just kidding. I am actually looking forward to seeing it. In fact I recently wrote a blog about the show. Check it out if you get a chance.

But enough about what I think. You came here to find out how to get tickets. Well do I have good news for you. War Paint is now on sale. But you knew that didn't you? Not only that but we are selling it. Well that and every other new show scheduled to open this season. Get your tickets to see War Paint on Broadway at the Nederlander Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.


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The Illusionists To Begin Performances Tonight On Broadway

That's right magic fans. The Illusionists are back for their third go around on the Great White Way. The show, which is scheduled to run at the Palace Theatre thru January 1, is one of the most entertaining nights that I have had in the theatre in I don't know how long. 

Featuring nine of the world's most exciting magicians, The Illusionist's is one show you do not want to miss this holiday season. Oh and did I mention that you can get tickets to see this amazing show at some amazing rates? Well you can. Just give one of our friendly ticket experts a call, and we will take care of the rest. It's that easy.

Be advised that while The Illusionists is playing thru January 1, this "Special Offer" is only good thru December 22, and as always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see The Illusionists on Broadway at the Palace Theatre. Until next time magic fans.

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Avenue Q Is Still A Must See

This past Sunday I had the pleasure of seeing Avenue Q. Now mind you it is not the first time that I have seen this amazing show. It was actually my sixth. Although truth be told the last time I saw the show was over twelve years ago. Which incidentally was the night after the show won the Tony Award for Best Musical. What's that? You forgot that Avenue Q beat Wicked for Broadway's biggest prize?

I know. I know. Some of you are still in denial. It's o.k. Luckily both are still playing. Now going into the show I wasn't sure what to expect. Would the show still be as good as it was when I saw it all those years ago? Well I can answer that in one word. No. It was better. Maybe it has something to do with the recent election, or the state of our country right now. Or maybe it has to do with me being at a crossroads in my life right now.

To be honest I have been struggling the last few weeks about the direction my life has been going in. Do I stay in the place I have called home for over two decades? Or do I leave the place that I love to pursue something else? Seeing Avenue Q on Sunday night showed me that everything is not always black and white. Yes it is easy to get defeated and a little scared about what is going on in our world right now. It's only normal. Sometimes you need to see a show like Avenue Q to show you that it's o.k. to laugh, and to help you forget your problems. At least for a little while that is. After all isn't that what theatre is supposed to do? I think Sunday night was exactly what I needed. Who knows? Maybe seeing Avenue Q will do the same for you. Happy Holidays everyone, and be safe out there.

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Get Tickets To See Hamilton In Chicago With Applause Theatre Service

You've all heard of a little show called Hamilton haven't you? Of course you have. After all it's the hottest show to hit the Great White way in years. Now believe it or not, but I haven't seen it. Not that I don't want too. I just think that eating, and paying my rent has to come first. Oh well. It's not like the show is going anywhere anytime soon right? Or maybe I can see it in Chicago? I am from Illinois after all. Maybe I'll check it out during my next visit home. Here's hoping I can get a ticket.

Now I wonder if I know anybody who sells tickets? Oh that's right. I do. Or should I say Applause does. In fact we sell every show in Chicago. But of course you came here to find out how to get tickets for Hamilton now didn't you? Well as I mentioned we sell them. Not only that, but our prices are lower than you will find anywhere else. Just give us a call with the date, the number of tickets, and we will do the rest. It's as simple as that. Get your tickets to see Hamilton at the PrivateBank Theatre in Chicago. Who knows? You just might see me there. Until next time theatre fans.

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Cast And Dates Announced For National Tour Of Something Rotten

That's right theatre fans. One of Broadway's funniest shows is coming to a city near you. Something Rotten, which will play it's final performance at the St. James Theatre on January 1, will launch it's National tour later that month in Schenectady, New York. Leading the cast is the current stars of the Broadway production.

Tony nominees Adam Pascal (Rent, Aida), Rob McClure (Chaplin, Honeymoon In Vegas), and Theatre World winner and Drama Desk nominee Josh Grisetti (It Shoulda Been You). The show, which is directed and choreographed by Tony winner Casey Nicholaw, ( Aladdin, The Book of Mormon) is scheduled to run thru July 2017. Here is a list of dates and venues where the show will be playing.

Schenectady:January 10-15, 2017
Boston: January 17-29, 2017
Pittsburgh: January 31-February 5, 2017
St. Louis: February 7-19, 2017
Cincinnati: February 21-March 5, 2017
Tampa: March 7-12, 2017
Naples: March 14-19, 2017
Ft. Lauderdale: March 21-April 2, 2017
Durham: April 4-9, 2017
Greenville: April 11-16, 2017
Baltimore: April 18-23, 2017
Cleveland: April 25-May 14, 2017
Omaha: May 16-21, 2017
Tulsa: May 23-28, 2017
Austin: May 30-June 4, 2017
Houston: June 6-11, 2017
Dallas: June 13-25, 2017
Nashville: June 27-July 2, 2017

Now that is some line up my friends. By the way, for those of you who want to purchase tickets for any of those dates, you are in luck. We sell them all. Who knew? Oh and for those of you coming to New York in the coming weeks, and want to see the show on Broadway, we sell those too. Get your tickets to see Something Rotten on Broadway, or at a city near you. Until next time theatre fans.

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Vice-President Elect Visit's Broadway's Hamilton

That's right theatre fans. Broadway's hottest show is once again in the news. Although this time it's not about how many awards it's won, or about it's creator and former star Lin-Manuel Miranda. This time it's because of a very famous audience member. No, I'm not talking about the first family. They've already seen the show. Twice in fact. Although this gentleman does have a connection to the White House.

Of course I am talking about our future Vice-President Mike Pence. The current Governor of Indiana, attended Friday night's performance accompanied by his daughter and a few of her cousins. Now according to a statement from the Governor, he loved the show. They all did. However as he entered he was booed, as well as cheered as he and his party took their seats. This of course did not go unnoticed by the President-Elect, who expressed his thoughts via Twitter.

 ‏@realDonaldTrump                               

"The cast and producers of Hamilton, which I hear is highly overrated, should immediately apologize to Mike Pence for their terrible behavior."

 

 

Just another day at the theater I guess. Bring on 2017.

 

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New Musical About The Temptations In The Works

A Temptations musical? Am I dreaming? I sure hope not theatre fans. It was just announced today that a new musical about the boys from Motown, is heading to the stage. The show, which is being directed by Des McAnuff and choreographed by Segio Trujillo, is set to open at the Berkley Repertory Company. Those two men of course are the same guys that brought you Jersey Boys, the 2006 Tony Award winner for Best Musical of the Year. Here's hoping lighting strikes twice. Stay tuned to this blog site for more info. Until next time theatre fans.

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New Musical Amélie Announces Broadway Dates

That's right theatre fans. Amélie is heading to the Great White Way. The show, which is based on the 2001 French film, will begin previews at the Walter Kerr Theatre on March 9, 2017, with opening night scheduled for April 3. Starring in the title role is recent Tony nominee Phillipa Soo (Hamilton).

Prior to it's Broadway premier, the show is scheduled to play at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles from December 4-January 15. So what is the show all about? Well according to the show's creative team, Amélie "follows the whimsical and charming existence of Amélie, a lonely French waitress who decides to act as a secret wish-fulfiller to the people who live around her."

Now while I never got the chance to see Ms. Soo when she was in Hamilton, I did see here a few years ago when she was in Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812. She was fantastic. I smell another Tony nomination in her future. Tickets for the show are not on sale yet. However you can bet that when they do, we will be selling them. Get your tickets to see Amélie on Broadway at the Walter Kerr Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.

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Applause Gift Certificates

That's right folks. The holiday season is almost here. And what better way to celebrate than by seeing a show. Whether you like dramas or comedies, plays or musicals, New York City is the place to be in the coming months. Now I don't know about you, but I hate shopping. In a store that is.

In fact I do all of my shopping online. Besides who wants to spend three hours in a crowded shopping mall or a department store. I sure don't. Now for those of you shoppers out there I have the perfect gift for the theatre lover in your life. An Applause Gift Certificate.

All you have to do is pick the amount and we do the rest. It's that easy. Plus our gift certificates are good for any show or event in New York, as well as London, or any city around the world. Not only that, but most of the shows that we offer are available at prices that are lower than if you walked up to the box office yourself. How can you beat that? Also don't forget that Applause is open seven days a week. 365 days a year. That means we are always here to help with all your ticket needs. Happy Holiday's!

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Get Tickets To See Jerry Seinfeld In The Big Apple

Show of hands. Who loves Jerry Seinfeld? You should all have your hands raised. Now unless you've been living under a rock for the past three decades, you've all heard of the one and only Mr. Seinfeld. He is a comedy legend after all.  In fact since last January, he has been doing a series of monthly shows at the famed Beacon Theatre. Now comes the news that he will be extending the series with new shows scheduled thru June 2017. Tickets for the new dates are scheduled to go on sale today. Not only that but we will be selling them. Get your tickets to see Jerry Seinfeld at the Beacon Theatre. It is one show you do not want to miss. Until next time comedy fans.

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London Smash The Play That Goes Wrong To Open On Broadway Next Spring

That's right theatre fans. One of London's most celebrated new plays is headed across the pond. The Play That Goes Wrong, which won the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, is set to begin previews a the Lyceum Theatre on March 9, 2017, with opening night scheduled for April 2. So what is the show all about you ask? Well based on the title, you can probably assume that the play is a comedy. However before your purchase tickets, you might want a little more info about the play. So here you go. Enjoy!

The Play That Goes Wrong is a highly physical comedy packed with finely-tuned farce and Buster Keaton inspired slapstick delivered with split-second timing. The play introduces The "Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society" who are attempting to put on a 1920s’ murder mystery, but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong… does, as the accident prone thespians battle on against all the odds to get to their final curtain call.

Now I don't know about you, but that sounds like one funny play. So how do you get tickets? Well I suppose you could wait until you get here, and hope that tickets are available. Or you could give one of the friendly ticket experts at Applause a call, and we will get them for you. It's that easy. Get your tickets to see The Play That Goes Wrong on Broadway at the Lyceum Theatre. I can't wait. Until next time theatre fans.

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Natasha, Pierre, And The Great Comet Reviews

Well the reviews are in theatre fans. As you all know last night marked the Broadway premier of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812. AKA The Great Comet. The show, which first premiered at the Arts Nova Theatre in October 2012, stars Josh Groban as Pierre, and Broadway newcomer Denee Benton. So what did the Broadway critic's have to say about these Broadway newbies? Let's find out.

AM New York

Associated Press

Chicago Tribune

The Daily Beast

Deadline

DC Theatre Scene

Entertainment Weekly

Hollywood Reporter

NBC New York

Newsday

New York Daily News

New York Times

Time Out New York

Vulture

The Wrap

Not too bad I have to say. Now for those of you who want to get tickets to see the show you are in luck. We sell it. In fact we sell tickets to every new show set to open this season. Get your tickets to see Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812. Until next time theatre fans.

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Broadway Production Of Chicago Turns Twenty

Twenty years? Where has the time gone theatre fans? It seems like only yesterday that I was sitting in the front row of the Shubert Theatre getting ready to see Chicago for the first time. Now here we are all these years later and the show is still going strong. Not only that, but Chicago is also the longest-running American musical in Broadway history.

Not bad for a show that ran a little over two years during it's original production in the 1970's. Now back then a two year run was considered a pretty big accomplishment. But twenty years? That is unheard of my friends. The only show that has run longer of course is The Phantom of the Opera, which will celebrate it's twenty-ninth year on Broadway in January. But enough about that show. We're here to celebrate Chicago's anniversary after all.

And what better way to celebrate the show then by going to see it. Not only that, but you can now get tickets to see the show at prices that can't be beat. Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru April 2, 2017, it is for select seats, and as always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see Chicago on Broadway at the Ambassador Theatre. You will love it. Until next time theatre fans.

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Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet Of 1812 To Open Tonight On Broadway

That's right theatre fans. The Great Comet is ready to take the Great White Way by storm. The show which began previews at the Imperial Theatre on October 18, will officially open tonight on Broadway. Now for those of you that are not familiar with the show, Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812, is actually based on Volume 2, Part 5 of War and Peace.

Set in eighteenth century Russia, prior to Napoleon's invasion, this new musical tells the story of wealthy aristocrat Pierre, who meets the newly engaged but naïve Natasha, and her supportive but scheming cousin Sasha. While Natasha's fiancée and Pierre's best friend Andrey are off fighting for his country, Pierre looks after the two cousin's as the war continues.

As the war rages on, engagements and hearts are broken as new romances begin to blossom. Sounds like my kind of show. Oh and did I mention that the show stars multi-platinum singer-songwriter Josh Groban as Pierre. That is worth the ticket price alone don't you think? Tickets for the show are flying out the door like crazy. Now that doesn't mean you can't get tickets. You just me need to spend a little more, or be a little more flexible on when you see it. Thankfully the show is going to be around for a long while my friends.

Oh and one more thing. They have added on stage seating, where the audience sits at tables, as the action takes place around you. Now that sounds like a lot of fun to me. How about you? Get your tickets to see Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 on Broadway at the Imperial Theatre. Expect the show to be a big contender at next year's Tony Awards. Until next time theatre fans.

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The Radio City Christmas Spectacular To Begin Performances Today

"Christmas is coming. The goose is getting fat. Please to put a penny in an old man's hat. Please to put a penny in an old man's hat." Now I don't know about you, but that song sure brings back a lot of fond memories. I mean why shouldn't it? Everybody loves Christmas right?

And what better to celebrate it then by seeing the Radio City Christmas Spectacular? Oh and did I mention that the show is beginning performances tonight? Well it is my friends. In fact it is playing thru January 2. Not only that but it is now possible to get tickets to this holiday favorite at prices that can't be beat.

Just give us a call and we will take care of the rest. It's that easy. Also don't forget that we are open seven days a week, 365 days a year. That's right. We are even open on Christmas Day. Who knew? Get your tickets to see The Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall. Your holiday's will not be the same without it.


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New Musical In Transit To Begin Previews Tonight

That's right theatre fans. Another brand new musical is set to open on the Great White Way. In Transit, which premiered Off-Broadway in 2010 at Primary Stages, will begin previews tonight at the Circle In The Square Theatre, with opening night scheduled for December 11.

The show, which features book, music, and lyrics by Academy Award winner Kristin Anderson-Lopez (Frozen), James Allen-Ford, Russ Kaplan, and Sara Wordsworth, is being directed by three-time Tony winner Kathleen Marshall. So what exactly is the show about?

Well for starters it takes place in New York City. Oh and of course it takes place on the subway. Which is why it is called In Transit. Tickets for the show are now available. Not only that but if you call right now, you can get tickets to see the show at prices that can't be beat.

Be advised that while this "Insider Price" is good thru February 26, 2017, it is not good for Saturday evening performances, as well as all performances from December 22 thru January 1. Get your tickets to see In Transit on Broadway at the Circle in the Square Theatre.

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New Play The Present To Open On Broadway This Fall

Cate Blanchett on Broadway? Count me in. Oh and did I mention the show is a new adaptation of Anton Chekhov's first play? Well it is theatre fans. FYI, that makes the second Chekhov adaptation of the season, with The Cherry Orchard starring Diane Lane playing on Broadway at the American Airlines Theatre. The Present, which is being adapted by Andrew Upton is set to begin previews at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on December 17, with opening night scheduled for January 8.

So what exactly is The Present all about? Well according to the show's official site, The Present takes place at an old country house in the mid 1990'as where a group of friends gather to celebrate the birthday of the very self-efficient but somewhat timid widow Anna Petrovna. As the celebration continues, tales of betrayal as well as unresolved feeling's are exposed, making the evening one that they will soon never forget.

Now that sounds like my kind of show. By the way for those of you who want tickets to see the show you are luck. We sell it. Plus from now you can get tickets to see the show at rates that can't be beat. Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru from December 19 thru January 8, it is for select seats only, and as always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see The Present on Broadway at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.

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August Wilson's Jitney To Make Broadway Premier This December

I know what you're thinking. A new August Wilson play on Broadway? How do I get tickets? Now technically Jitney is not a new show. In fact it was actually written in 1979, and given it's first production in 1982 at the Allegheny Repertory Theatre in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

However this is the first time it has been on Broadway. It did play a limited engagement Off-Broadway at the Second Stage Theatre in 2000. Now here we are sixteen years later and the show is set to make it's Broadway debut. The show which is being directed by Tony winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson, is set to begin previews at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre on December 28, 2016, with opening night scheduled for January 19, 2017.

So what exactly is the show about? Well according to the show's website, Jitney takes place in a run down gypsy cab station in Pittsburgh in 1977. Unfortunately all of the company's employees are driving unlicensed cabs, aka Jitney's, which causes the city to threaten to close down the business for good. Adding to the drama is the return of the owners son, who's recent release from prison causes even more conflict as the future of the company remains unclear. Now I have been a big fan of August Wilson for as long as I can remember. Therefore I can't wait to see this one. Tickets for the show are now on sale. Not only that but we are selling them. Get your tickets to see Jitney on Broadway at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. I can't wait. Until next time theatre fans.

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New Musical Bandstand To Open On Broadway Next Spring

That's right theatre fans. Another new musical is heading to the Great White way this season. By the way, that makes a total of eleven shows that have will be premiering on Broadway during the 2016-17 season. Now today's blog is to tell you about a new show that is coming to Broadway in the coming months.

It's title? Bandstand. I know what you're thinking. Who's are the going to get to play Dick Clark in this brand new show? Not so fast my friends. The show, which stars two-time Tony nominee Laura Osnes (Bonnie and Clyde, Cinderella) and Corey Cott (Newsies, Gigi), and is being directed by Tony winner Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton, In The Heights), is set to begin previews at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on March 31, 2017, with opening night scheduled for April 26.

Set in the "Big Band" era during World War II, Bandstand tells the story of struggling singer-songwriter Donny Novitski and his fellow army buddies. When a national radio station sponsors a contest to find the next big sensation, Donny and his buddies team up with singer and war widow hoping that a win will change all of their lives. Now that sounds pretty interesting don't you think? Tickets for the show are not yet on sale. However you can guarantee that when they do, we will be selling them. Get your tickets to see Bandstand on Broadway at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.

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Tickets For The Broadway Revival Of Miss Saigon Are Now On Sale

I can't begin to tell you how excited I am to see this show. As I have mentioned in several of my previous blogs, I grew up in a small farm town in Illinois. Therefore I didn't have a lot of exposure to Broadway, except for the shows I performed in at my local community theatre, as well as my high school productions. Although I did travel to Chicago during my junior year to see The Phantom of the Opera. Shortly after seeing that production, my friend turned me on to a new show called Miss Saigon, which was taking London by storm.

Truth be told I was not expecting too much, as I was, and have never been a big fan of Les Miserables, which as you know was also written by the same composers as Miss Saigon. To say I was blown away would be an understatement. In fact I practically listened to the cast recording almost every day for the next few weeks. Scratch that. Months. I guess I was a little obsessed with it. Cut to over two years later and I finally got the chance to see it on Broadway.

Was I still blown away? You better believe it. In fact over the next few years, I saw the show over a half a dozen times. I even got the chance to see it again when Lea Salonga reprised her Tony Award winning performance as Kim. Now here we are over twenty-five years since it's Broadway debut, and the show is returning again in a brand new production. Not too mention, it's playing at it's original home, the Broadway Theatre. It just get's better and better. Tickets for the show are now on sale. Not only that, but we are selling them. Get your tickets to see Miss Saigon on Broadway at the Broadway Theatre. I can't wait. Until next time theatre fans.

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A Bronx Tale To Begin Previews Tonight On Broadway

I can't tell you how excited I am to see this show. Now believe it or not but I have never seen the movie. This coming from a huge Robert De Niro fan. However, I did get a chance to see the Broadway production of A Bronx Tale, starring it's writer and creator Chaz Palminteri when it played at the Walter Kerr Theatre in the Fall of 2007.

That production ran from October 4 thru February 24, 2008 where it recouped it's entire investment. That production was directed by four-time Tony winner Jerry Zaks, who is co-directing this new production with Mr. De Niro. Oh and did I mention that this new production is a musical? Well it is.

In fact it is being written by the play's author, with a score by Tony and Academy Award winner Alan Menken (Music) and Glenn Slater (Lyrics). Pretty impressive team don't you think? The new musical, which begins previews tonight at the Longacre Theatre, will officially open on December 1. Oh and one more thing.

It is now possible to get tickets to see A Bronx Tale for prices that can't be beat. Who doesn't love a bargain right? Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru April 2, 2017, it is for select seats, and must be purchased by December 3. Get your tickets to see A Bronx Tale on Broadway at the Longacre Theatre on Broadway. I can't wait. Until next time theatre fans.

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