Spring Savings

That's right theatre fans. Spring is finally here. Although to be honest it sure hasn't felt like it the last few days. Thankfully warmer weather also means lot's and lot's of savings on theatre tickets. In fact from now thru the end of May, you can get tickets to see some of Broadway's hottest shows at prices that can't be beat.

Who doesn't love a bargain? I know I do. All you have to is call one of the friendly ticket experts at Applause and we will take care of the rest. It's as simple as that. From A Bronx Tale to War Paint, Applause is your one stop shop for all your ticket needs.

Also don't forget that Applause is open seven days a week. 365 days a year. That means we are always here to help make your New York experience one that you will never forget. So why not give us a try? You'll be glad you did.

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Mean Girl's The Musical

Exciting news theatre fans. One of Hollywood's most popular films is headed to the stage. Mean Girls, which is based on the 2004 hit film, will make it's world premiere this Fall at in Washington D.C. at The National Theatre. Performances are scheduled to begin on October 31 and run thru December 3. The show, which features a book by the film's screenwriter Tina Fey, music by Jeff Richmond (Fey's Husband), and lyrics by Tony nominee Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde), will be directed and choreographed by Tony winner Casey Nicholaw. Now that is quite the creative team don't you think? As of now no on sale date has been announced. Stay tuned to this blog for future updates. Until next time theatre fans.

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Hello Dolly On Broadway

Now unless you've been living under a rock for the past six months, you are surely aware that the one and only Better Midler is starring in Hello Dolly. Not only that, but it is also one of the hottest shows on the Great White Way. That doesn't mean you can't get tickets. You can.

They are just a little more expensive than other shows. Also be advised that while tickets are available for all performances, some of the seats are partial view. Also note that Miss Midler will not be performing during the following dates, as well as Tuesday evening performances beginning on June 13.

June 27-July 2
July 5-9
July 30 7:30pm
September 6-10
October 15 7:30pm
October 30-November 5
November 24 2pm
January 7

By the way, word of mouth for the show has been outstanding. In fact I heard that the title number received a standing ovation during the first performance. The show, which is set to open on April 20, is now on sale thru January 14 2018.

Oh and did I mention that we sell it? Well we do. In fact we have tickets for each and every performance. Get your tickets to see Bette Midler in Hello Dolly at the Shubert Theatre.

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We're Talking Baseball!

Baseball is just around the corner,  and this morning, while watching an old movie channel, I was reminded how close it really is and how excited I am.  “Angels in the Outfield” and “The Jackie Robinson Story” movies were on -- 2 of the best movies  about our American pass time.

Now anyone who knows me, knows that I love my NY Yankees!  

Now, I do like the NY Mets, but I repeat, I love my NY Yankees!  I can watch a baseball game on TV anytime, or go to a baseball game almost any day for the next 5 months, and if we are lucky enough, a game or two in October.  

Baseball’s opening day is April 2, and the  NY Yankees opening day at Yankee Stadium is April 10^th!  So, if you are looking for baseball tickets for any game, anywhere.. Applause Tickets can help you!  Just give us a call at 212-307-7050.

So in the meantime, I hope you get to watch some good baseball movies .. Here’s just a few more, but I’m sure you can think of more..

• The Pride of the Yankees
• Field of Dreams
• Bull Durham
• A League of Their Own
• Bang the Drum Slowly
• The Rookie
• For the Love of the Game
• Major League
• The Natural

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New Historical Drama Oslo Now Playing On Broadway

I can't tell you how excited I am about seeing this show. Not only were the reviews outstanding, but the show is playing at one of my favorite theatres, the Vivian Beaumont. Since 1992, I have seen more plays and musicals in that theatre than any theatre in New York City.

What can I say? Lincoln Center Theatre never fails to disappoint this theatre fan. The show,  which opened to rave reviews at it's downstairs theatre, the Mitzi Newhouse, began previews on March 23, with opening night scheduled for April 13.

So what is the show all about? Well I'll tell you. Set in 1993, Oslo is based on the real life negotiations between the Israeli and Palestinian leaders. Now I could tell you more, but why ruin the surprise. By the way, for those of you who would like tickets to see the show, you are in luck.

We sell it. Not only that, but if you call now you get tickets to see this real life drama at prices that can't be beat. Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru June 18, it is for select seats only, and as always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see Oslo on Broadway at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.

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Miss Saigon Reviews

That's right theatre fans. Miss Saigon is back on the Great White Way. The show, which first premiered on Broadway in 1991 at the Broadway Theatre. Which by the way is where it is playing once again. So what did the critic's have to say? Let's find out.


amNY

The Daily Beast

Deadline

Entertainment Weekly

Hollywood Reporter

Huffington Post

NBC New York

Newsday

New York Daily News

New York Times

NY1

Time Out New York

Variety

Now prior to reading the reviews, I went back and checked out the ones from the 1991 production. Believe it or not but the reviews from the new production are even better. Who would have thought? By the way for those of you who want to see the show, you are in luck. We sell it.

Not only that, but if you call right now, you can get tickets to see Miss Saigon at some incredible rates. Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru June 10, it is not valid for performances from April 10-16, and May 26-27. Get your tickets to see Miss Saigon on Broadway at the Broadway Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.


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New Musical Anastasia Is Now In Previews

What's that you say? A new musical based on a movie? Now to be fair it was a movie musical. An animated one that is of course. Anastasia, which was released to critical acclaim in 1997, begins performances tonight at the Broadhurst Theatre, with opening night scheduled for April 24.

The show, which features a score by Tony winners Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, Rocky The Musical), and a book by Tony winner Terrence McNally (Master Class,  Kiss Of The Spider Women), is being directed by fellow Tony winner Darko Tresnjak (A Gentleman's Guide To Love and Murder).

So what exactly is the show all about? Well I'll tell you. Set in Paris, during the height of the Russian Empire, this new musical tells the story of Anastasia, the youngest daughter of Czar Nicholas II, whose entire family was executed by the Bolshevik secret police in 1918. However Anastasia's fate remained a mystery for many years, as the location of her burial was unknown during the Communist rule.

Now for those of you who would like tickets to see Anastasia, you have come to the right place. 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 "Special Offer" is good thru May 28, it is for select seats only, and as always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see Anastasia on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.

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Miss Saigon To Open Tonight On Broadway

Has it really been twenty-six years since Miss Saigon first took Broadway by storm? I mean I remember when it first opened back in 1991, and I thought it was one of the greatest cast recordings that I had ever heard. Now here we are in 2017 and Miss Saigon is back where it belongs. In fact it's playing at it's original home, the Broadway Theatre. I know I'm excited about it.

Now no matter what the critic's have to say, I have no doubt that this new production is going to be a hit. As of now the show is scheduled to close on January 13, 2018. Although I would not be surprised if it extends. Fingers crossed. By the way for those of you who want to see the show, you are in luck. We sell it.

Plus if you call right now, you can get tickets to see Miss Saigon at some incredible rates. Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru June 10, it is not valid for performances from April 10-16, and May 26-27. Get your tickets to see Miss Saigon on Broadway at the Broadway Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.

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Now Is The Best Time To See Aladdin On Broadway

Still haven't seen Aladdin yet? Well there is no better time than the present. The show, which is now in it's fourth year on Broadway at the New Amsterdam Theatre, is one of the most entertaining shows you will ever see. Now I'll admit that I am not the biggest Disney fan in the world. In fact when I got invited to see the show, I wasn't sure if I was going to go.

Thankfully a co-worker of mine convinced me to see it. What a pleasant surprise. I dare say I was grinning from ear to ear from the first number to the last. Who would have thought? Now for those of you who still haven't seen the show I have some great news. We sell it. In fact if you call right now you can get tickets to see the show at prices that are lower than ever.

By the way, for those of you that are not familiar with the New Amsterdam Theatre, it is one of the largest on Broadway. Now I know what you're thinking. Surely all the seats can't be a full view if  the theatre is so big right? Wrong. Oh sure some of the seats may be a little further away then others, but they all have a full view of the stage. How many theatres can say that? Not too many my friends. Get your tickets to see Aladdin on Broadway at the New Amsterdam Theatre. You will love it. Until next time theatre fans.

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New Musical Based On Liberace To Hit The Stage

Hard to believe but it's been over thirty years since "Mr. Showmanship" has passed away. Liberace, who's career spawned four decades, was one of the world's most successful entertainers prior to his death on February 4, 1987. Throughout his illustrious career he was honored with two Emmy Awards, six gold albums, and two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Pretty impressive for a guy who grew up as the son of a poor immigrant from Italy. Now comes the news that this beloved entertainers life story is headed to the stage. The show, which is based on the 2013 Emmy Award winning film Behind The Candelabra, has been in the works since 2015. As of now no creative team or cast have been announced. Stay tuned to this blog for further updates. Until next time theatre fans.

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Stage Adaptation Of Frozen Headed To The Stage

Well you knew it was bound to happen eventually right? After all it is Disney were talking about. Frozen, which is based on the 2013 Academy Award winning film, will make it's World premier this Summer.

Previews are set to begin at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Buell Theatre, where it will begin performances on August 17, and run thru October 1. Following the out of town engagement, the show is scheduled to open on Broadway at the St. James Theatre in Spring 2018.

Now I have never seen the movie. As I have mentioned in many of my previous blogs, I am not the biggest Disney fan in the world. However even I know that this show is going to be a big fat hit my friends. Here's hoping I'm right. By the way for those of you who want tickets to see Frozen, you are in luck. We sell it. In fact we sell tickets for every show, in every city across the United States. Who knew? Get your tickets to see Frozen live on stage at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts this Summer at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, and on Broadway at the St. James Theatre in Spring 2018. Until next time theatre fans.


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71st Tony Awards To Air On June 11, 2017

On June 11, 2017 the 71st Annual Tony Awards show will take place at Radio CIty Music Hall in New York City.  The awards ceremony returns to its usual home after playing at The Beacon Theatre in 2016.

In order for Broadway Shows to be eligible for this season's 2016-2017 Tony Award Nominations, Broadway show productions need to have officially opened to critic's reviews on or before April 27, 2017.  Then on May 2, 2017, the official Tony Award Nominations will be announced at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in Lincoln Center.

The 71st Tony Awards show will be telecast live on Sunday June 11, 2017 from 8-11pm Eastern time on CBS.

The local ticket broker experts at Applause-Tickets will update our Applause Tickets News blog in the coming weeks with a list of Tony Awards Nominations for the 2016-2017 season.

I hope you enjoyed this blog post.

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Hamilton To Play Los Angeles In Summer Of 2017

It was just announced that Lin-Manuel Miranda's mega-hit show Hamilton will play a limited run at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre this summer.  Performances will begin on August 11, 2017 with tickets going on sale on April 19th.

As of now, the Los Angeles production is scheduled to run through December 30, 2017.  The show will transfer from its current home at SHN's Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco where Hamilton will run through August 5, 2017.

The Hollywood Pantages Theatre has a seating capacity of 2703, which is nearly double in size of New York's Richard Rodgers Theatre, where the production enjoys sold out capacity of 1412 plus standing room at every performance.

Right now the Hollywood Pantages Theatre is scheduled to play An American In Paris (March 22 through April 9) and The Bodyguard (May 2 through 21) prior to Hamilton setting up its home there.

Although this production of L.A.'s Hamilton is not officially on sale yet,  the team at Applause-Tickets is taking requests for the show and welcomes phone calls and inquiries to discuss the show. We love talking about Broadway Theatre and the road and national productions that tour the country and look forward to speaking with you whenever your plans include Broadway Shows, Concerts, Sporting Events and major attractions anywhere throughout the world.

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Cynthia Nixon and Laura Linney Star in The Little Foxes on Broadway This Spring

The Little Foxes, a terrific Lillian Hellman play, considered to be one of the great dramatic classics of the 20th century, is being revived and will play New York's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre this Spring. With preview performances beginning on March 29, 2017, this revival is sure to be one of the Broadway season's most popular plays.

Two of my favorite actresses will star in this Manhattan Theatre Club production.  They are Cynthia Nixon and Laura Linney.  Ms. Nixon (Rabbit Hole, Wit) is best known for her role in Sex and the City.  She won a Tony Award for Best Actress in Rabbit Hole in 2006.  Ms. Linney (Time Stands Still, Sight Unseen) is a three-time Tony Award nominee who has played Broadway on many occasions over the years.  They both have done outstanding work on television and the big screen as well.

The Little Foxes was first performed in 1939 and tells the story of Regina Giddens and her ruthless family in 1900, and is set in a small town in Alabama.  The audience will get to witness the ongoing battle that Regina Giddens has with her sister-in-law Birdie, as they each seek control of the family business at a time when men were in charge.

Among the cast of ten extremely talented actors are Richard Thomas (The Waltons) and Michael McKeon (Laverne and Shirley).  In this revival of The Little Foxes,  Cynthia Nixon and Laura Linney will alternate roles playing Regina and Birdie.  Broadway veteran Daniel Sullivan (Proof, Rabbit Hole) will direct the play.

Right now The Little Foxes tickets can be obtained at reduced prices for all sections of the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre for just about every performance.  The show will play a very limited engagement through June 18, 2017.  Although we expect the show to receive very positive reviews from the critics, I think the reduced pricing will continue, at least for the near future.

There are many exciting Broadway Shows to see this season.  If you're interested in talking to our team of local Broadway ticket experts, we hope you'll consider a call to Applause-Tickets when you have a moment.

I sincerely hope that you enjoyed today's blog post from Applause Ticket News.  Cheers and good luck to the cast and creative team at The Little Foxes.

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What To See In London

Heading across the pond in the next few months? Well of course you are going to a see a show or two while you are there right? Better yet, why not see them all. Just kidding. I mean I love going to the theatre, but even I'm not that crazy. So the big question is what do you see?

Now if I was going, the show at the top of my list would be the new production of Dreamgirls starring Glee star Amber Riley. The production, which opened to rave reviews from critic's and audiences alike. opened at the Savoy Theatre in November 2016. Next on my list? Jim Steinman's Bat Out Of Hell. The show, which is based on the multi-platinum selling album, is scheduled to begin  previews at the London Coliseum on June 5, where it will play thru July 22. Here's hoping it's a hit.

But what if musicals aren't your thing? No problem. London is home to some of the world's most exciting new plays, as well as some of the finest Shakespearean productions you will ever see. In fact, there are over a half a dozen different Shakespeare plays playing within the next few months. Or maybe theatre isn't your thing. Did you know that Eric Clapton is playing at the world famous Royal Albert Hall in May? Well he is. By the way, not only do we sell tickets to every show I mentioned, but we sell tickets to every play, musical, and concert in London. Sporting events too. Who knew? So what not give us a try? You'll be glad you did.

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Women On Broadway!

It’s National Women’s History Month.  See a Broadway Show! 

This month on Broadway, there are so many talented and award winning actresses performing some great roles.  Here are a few of my favorites.

Patti Lupone and Christine Ebersole star in War Paint, the story about two of the most infamous beauty icons, Helena Rubinstein and Elizabeth Arden at the Nederlander Theatre.

Glenn Close takes on this iconic role, as Norma Desmond, in Sunset Boulevard, a revival by Andrew Lloyd Webber – Now through June 25, 2017 at the Palace Theatre.

Bette Milder – Hello Dolly!.  Need I say more?  In previews now, and opens April 20, 2017 at the Shubert Theatre.

Sara Barielles will perform her own music and star in Waitress from March 31 through June 11, 2017 at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre.

Laura Linney and Cynthia Nixon star in Lillian Hellman's family drama,
The Little Foxes  What’s so awesome about their performances? – They will alternate playing the roles of Regina Hubbard Giddens and Birdie Hubbard.  Previews March 29, opens April 19, 2017 and plays through June 18, 2017 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

Sally Field, is now staring in the Tennessee Williams classic - The Glass Menagerie at the Belasco Theatre.

Cate Blanchett stars in The Present, a new Chekhov production at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.

Allison Janney will star in Six Degrees of Separation at the Barrymore Theatre -Previews April 5 and opens April 25, 2017.

I hope you get to see some of these great performances real soon. 

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Bette Midler And Hello Dolly -Previews Begin Tonight on Broadway

And now for the moment so many have been witing for.  The much anticipated revival of Hello Dolly will begin preview performances tonight at New York's Shubert Theatre.  Grammy winner and Oscar nominee Bette Midler will star in Hello Dolly and tickets are on sale through Mid-January 2018.

Hello Dolly will officially open for critics reviews on April 20, 2017.  Miss Midler will be joined on stage by Tony Award winner and televison star David Hyde Pierce, Kate Baldwin (Big Fish, Finian's Rainbow, Thoroughly Modern Millie), Gavin Creel (She Loves Me, Hair), Taylor Trensch (The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time, Matilda) along with an incredibly talented company of actors as well.

Hello Dolly tickets have been selling like crazy for months now.  This Hello Dolly revival has broken all previous records for the highest pre-performance box office advance sale in the history of Broadway Theatre.  I'm sure the producers of the show are quite pleased and know the audiences are sure to get their money's worth with every ticket purchased.

Important to note are the following dates that Bette Midler ***will not be performing*** in Hello Dolly:

All Tuesday evening shows starting on June 13, 2017, as Broadway veteran and two-time Tony Award winner Donna Murphy (Passion, The King and I) will play the role of Dolly Levi as well as

June 27-July 2, 2017
July 5-9, 2017
July 30, 2017 evening performance
September 6-10, 2017
October 15, 2017 evening performance
October 30, 2017
November 1-5, 2017
November 7, 2017 evening performance
November 24, 2017 matinee performance

I'm sure Donna Murphy will turn in a stellar performance as well as she's a really tremendous Broadway professional.  In fact, much better seating and considerably lower prices for performances when Donna Murphy performs are available for those people who want to see a classic Broadway show, but save money at the same time.

Right now the local Broadway ticket experts at Applause-Tickets have access to thousands of Hello Dolly tickets whenever you have a chance to call us at 212-307-7050 or 800-451-9930.

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2017 Olivier Awards

That's right theatre fans. The awards season has officially begun. Well in London that is. We are still a month and half away until the nominations are announced for New York. The Olivier Awards, which are scheduled for April 9 at Royal Albert Hall, will be hosted by Jason Manford.

The thirty-five year old actor and comedian, previously performed in Sweeny Todd, as well as the West End and U.K. tours of The Producers and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Leading the pack with a record breaking eleven nominations is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

The show, which is scheduled to open on Broadway in 2018, continues to play to sold out audiences eight times a week at the Palace Theatre. Coming in second place with eight nominations was Groundhog Day, which is scheduled to begin previews on Broadway later this month. Here is the full list of this year's nominees.

Best Actor In A Supporting Role In A Musical

Ian Bartholomew for Half A Sixpence at the Noël Coward Theatre
Adam J Bernard for Dreamgirls at the Savoy Theatre
Ben Hunter for The Girls at the Phoenix Theatre
Andrew Langtree for Groundhog Day at the Old Vic

Best Actress In A Supporting Role In A Musical

Haydn Gwynne for The Threepenny Opera at the Olivier, National Theatre
Victoria Hamilton-Barritt for Murder Ballad at the Arts Theatre
Rebecca Trehearn for Show Boat at the New London Theatre
Emma Williams for Half A Sixpence at the Noël Coward Theatre

Outstanding Achievement In Music

Dreamgirls at Savoy Theatre (music by Henry Krieger)
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at Palace Theatre (composer and arranger Imogen Heap)
Jesus Christ Superstar at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre (the band and company creating the gig-like rock vibe of the original concept album of Jesus Christ Superstar)
School of Rock the Musical at the New London Theatre (three children's bands who play instruments live every night)

Best New Dance Production

Betroffenheit by Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young at Sadler’s Wells
Blak Whyte Gray by Boy Blue Entertainment at Barbican Theatre
Giselle by Akram Khan and English National Ballet at Sadler’s Wells
My Mother, My Dog and Clowns! by Michael Clark at Barbican Theatre

Outstanding Achievement In Dance

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for its London season at Sadler’s Wells
Luke Ahmet for The Creation by Rambert at Sadler’s Wells
English National Ballet for expanding the variety of its repertoire with Giselle and She Said at Sadler’s Wells

Best Entertainment and Family

Cinderella at London Palladium
David Baddiel – My Family: Not The Sitcom at the Vaudeville Theatre
Peter Pan at the Olivier, National Theatre
The Red Shoes at Sadler’s Wells

Best Theatre Choreographer

Matthew Bourne for The Red Shoes at Sadler’s Wells
Peter Darling and Ellen Kane for Groundhog Day at the Old Vic
Steven Hoggett for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre
Drew McOnie for Jesus Christ Superstar at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre

Best Musical Revival

Funny Girl at the Savoy Theatre
Jesus Christ Superstar at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
Show Boat at the New London Theatre
Sunset Boulevard at London Coliseum

Best Actor In A Musical

David Fynn for School of Rock the Musical at the New London Theatre
Tyrone Huntley for Jesus Christ Superstar at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
Andy Karl for Groundhog Day at the Old Vic
Charlie Stemp for Half A Sixpence at the Noël Coward Theatre

Best Actress In A Musical

Glenn Close for Sunset Boulevard at London Coliseum
Debbie Chazen, Sophie-Louise Dann, Michele Dotrice, Claire Machin, Claire Moore and Joanna Riding for The Girls at the Phoenix Theatre
Amber Riley for Dreamgirls at the Savoy Theatre
Sheridan Smith for Funny Girl at the Savoy Theatre

Best Revival

The Glass Menagerie at the Duke of York’s Theatre
This House at the Garrick Theatre
Travesties at the Apollo Theatre
Yerma at the Young Vic

Best New Comedy

The Comedy About a Bank Robbery at the Criterion Theatre
Nice Fish at the Harold Pinter Theatre
Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour at the Dorfman, National Theatre
The Truth at Wyndham’s Theatre

Outstanding Achievement In An Affiliate Theatre

Cuttin’ It at the Maria, Young Vic
The Government Inspector at Theatre Royal Stratford East
The Invisible Hand at Tricycle Theatre
It Is Easy To Be Dead at Trafalgar Studios 2
Rotterdam at Trafalgar Studios 2

Best Lighting Design

Neil Austin for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre
Lee Curran for Jesus Christ Superstar at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre
Natasha Katz for The Glass Menagerie at the Duke of York’s Theatre
Hugh Vanstone for Groundhog Day at the Old Vic

Best Sound Design

Paul Arditti for Amadeus at the Olivier, National Theatre
Adam Cork for Travesties at the Apollo Theatre
Gareth Fry for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre
Nick Lidster for Autograph for Jesus Christ Superstar at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre

Best Costume Design

Gregg Barnes for Dreamgirls at the Savoy Theatre
Hugh Durrant for Cinderella at London Palladium
Rob Howell for Groundhog Day at the Old Vic
Katrina Lindsay for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre

Best Set Design

Bob Crowley for Disney’s Aladdin at the Prince Edward Theatre
Bob Crowley for The Glass Menagerie at the Duke of York’s Theatre
Rob Howell for Groundhog Day at the Old Vic
Christine Jones for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre

Best Actor In A Supporting Role

Anthony Boyle for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre
Freddie Fox for Travesties at the Apollo Theatre
Brian J. Smith for The Glass Menagerie at the Duke of York’s Theatre
Rafe Spall for Hedda Gabler at the Lyttelton, National Theatre

Best Actress In A Supporting Role

Melissa Allan, Caroline Deyga, Kirsty Findlay, Karen Fishwick, Kirsty MacLaren, Frances Mayli McCann, Joanne McGuinness and Dawn Sievewright for Our Ladies Of Perpetual Succour at the Dorfman, National Theatre
Noma Dumezweni for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre
Clare Foster for Travesties at the Apollo Theatre
Kate O’Flynn for The Glass Menagerie at the Duke of York’s Theatre

Best New Opera Production

4.48 Psychosis at the Lyric Hammersmith
Akhnaten at London Coliseum
Così Fan Tutte at Royal Opera House
Lulu at London Coliseum

Outstanding Achievement In Opera

Renée Fleming for her performance in Der Rosenkavalier at the Royal Opera House
Stuart Skelton for his performance in Tristan and Isolde at London Coliseum
Mark Wigglesworth for his conducting of Don Giovanni and Lulu at London Coliseum

Best Actor

Ed Harris for Buried Child at Trafalgar Studios 1
Tom Hollander for Travesties at the Apollo Theatre
Ian McKellen for No Man’s Land at Wyndham’s Theatre
Jamie Parker for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre

Best Actress

Glenda Jackson for King Lear at The Old Vic
Cherry Jones for The Glass Menagerie at the Duke of York’s Theatre
Billie Piper for Yerma at the Young Vic
Ruth Wilson for Hedda Gabler at the Lyttelton, National Theatre

Best Director

Simon Stone for Yerma at the Young Vic
John Tiffany for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre
John Tiffany for The Glass Menagerie at the Duke of York’s Theatre
Matthew Warchus for Groundhog Day at the Old Vic

Best New Play

Elegy at Donmar Warehouse
The Flick at the Dorfman, National Theatre
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre
One Night In Miami… at Donmar Warehouse

Best New Musical

Dreamgirls at the Savoy Theatre
The Girls at the Phoenix Theatre
Groundhog Day at the Old Vic
School of Rock the Musical at the New London Theatre


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Cast Recording Of Hamilton

What's that you say? Another article on Hamilton? What can I say? I give the people what they want. The show, which continues to play to packed houses eight times a week at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, recently celebrated another milestone.

The musicals cast recording, which to date has sold over three million copies, has officially achieved Triple Platinum status. The album, which was released in September 2015, debuted on the Billboard 200 at No. 12, before eventually peaking at No. 3. That my friends is one impressive feat.

In fact, only four musicals in the last fifty years have earned a spot on Billboard's 200 Top Ten. Making history along side Hamilton are The Book of Mormon, Hair, and this season's hottest new show, Dear Evan Hansen. Here's hoping more musicals will soon have their name in the history book as well. Until next time theatre fans.

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Broadway's A Doll's House Part 2 Will Now Begin Performances Two Days Earlier

That's right theatre fans. The Broadway premier of the new play A Doll's House Part 2 is starting a little earlier than expected. The show, which stars Emmy winner and Tony nominee Laurie Metcalf, and Academy Award winner Chris Cooper, will now begin performances at the John Golden Theatre on March 30. Opening night is still scheduled for April 27. By the way for those of you who would like tickets to see the show you are in luck.

We sell it. In fact if you call right now, we can get you tickets to see the show at some incredible rates. Be advised that while this "Insider Price" is good thru July 23, it is for select seats, and as always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see A Doll's House Part 2 on Broadway at the John Golden Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.

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Come From Away Reviews

That's right theatre fans. The reviews are in for the new Broadway musical Come From Away. The show, which began previews on February 18 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, takes place in Newfoundland, a rural town in Canada, shortly after the terrorist attacks on 9/11.

Within hours of this terrible tragedy, thirty-eight planes, carrying a total of 6,579 passengers are left stranded, turning this remote little village upside down. So what did the critic's have to say? Let's find out.

amNewYork

Chicago Tribune

The Daily Beast

Daily News

Deadline

Entertainment Weekly

The Hollywood Reporter

The Huffington Post

NBC New York

Newsday

New York Magazine

The New York Times

Time Out New York

Variety

The Washington Post

Pretty good reviews I have to say. Now for those of you who would like to see the show, you are in luck. We sell it. In fact we sell tickets to every new musical set to open this season. Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru June 4, it is for select seats only, and as always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see Come From Away on Broadway at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.

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My Fair Lady To Open On Broadway In 2018

Exciting news theatre fans. One of the world's most beloved shows of all time is headed back to the Great White Way. My Fair Lady, which was last revived in 1994 is set to open at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre on March 22, 2018, with opening night scheduled for April 19.

The show, which first premiered on Broadway in 1956, will be directed by Tony winner Bartlett Sher (The King and I, South Pacific). As of now no casting for the show has been announced but speculation is already running rampant. Stay tuned to this blog for further details. Until next time theatre fans.

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Allison Janney Stars In Six Degrees Of Seperation On Broadway- Previews Begin April 5, 2017

In a few weeks, Allison Janney, one of my favorite actresses, will co-star in the revival of the very funny comedy Six Degrees Of Separation.  Preview performances will start on April 5, 2017 at New York's Barrymore Theatre in midtown with opening night scheduled for April 25, 2017.  The show will be eligible for Tony Award nominations in the BEST REVIVAL OF A PLAY category as well as several others.

Six Degrees Of Separation  was the winner of the 1991 New York Drama Critic's Circle Award as well as having won London's 1993 Olivier Award in the BEST NEW PLAY category.  It was also nominated for a Tony Award in 1991.  In addition, the show was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in 1991, in the drama category.

Six Degrees Of Separation was inspired by a true story.  The show tells the very interesting story of a mysterious young con artist who somehow manages to get involved with a well to do New York couple and their daily lives.  His claim is that he is the son of actor Sidney Poitier.  Soon thereafter, the couple begin to sort through events and connections that were responsible for bringing the young man into their lives.

Joining Ms. Janney on the stage in this version of Six Degrees Of Separation will be John Benjamin Hickey.  Mr. Hickey won the Tony Award for BEST ACTOR in The Normal Heart some years ago and also appeared on Broadway in Cabaret, The Crucible, Mary Stuart and Love! Valour! Compassion!  He was nominated for an Emmy Award for his role in The Big C and also had roles in Manhattan and Pitch Perfect.  Corey Hawkins was recently seen in the film Straight Outta Compton. Other credits include The Walking Dead, Non-Stop, Kong: Skull Island and the popular show 24:Legacy.  He originally made is Broadway debut playing the role of Tybalt in Romeo and Juliet.

Allison Janney has many acting accolades which include a long run in the incredibly popular television series The West Wing.  Other credits include Masters Of Sex and most recently appearing in Mom.  Her Broadway credits include 9 To 5 and A View From The Bridge.  Although she has been featured in many films, standout roles were in American Beauty, Hairspray and Juno.

This terrific cast will star in Six Degrees Of Separation for a limited 15 week engagement only.  Right now, the Applause-Ticket experts can assist you in obtaining Six Degrees Of Separation tickets at reduced prices.  The theatre is on the smaller size so just about every seat allows for a good view of the action that takes place on stage.  And there is a seat and price for everyone's budget.

We welcome the opportunity to receive phone calls regarding this show.  Applause-Tickets is open 24/7, 365 days a year and we love talking about all the fantastic Broadway Shows playing in New York City.  Kindly consider a call to Applause-Tickets in New York City at 212-307-7050 or toll free at 800-451-9930.

I sincerely hope you enjoyed this blog post on Six Degrees Of Separation tickets.  This exciting play should be one of the Broadway season highlights for sure.

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Bandstand To Play Broadway's Jacobs Theatre- Previews Begin March 31-2017

A new show called Bandstand could very well be one of this season's sleeper type hit shows if it gets positive reviews. And if you have had a chance to see the wonderful choreography work of Andy Blankenbuehler, the 2016 Tony Award winner for choreography in the mega-hit show Hamilton, then you can look forward to seeing his thrilling dance routines in Broadway's new musical called Bandstand.  Mr. Blankenbuehler is also well known for his choreographer work in,  In The Heights, Bring It On, 9 To 5, Cats and several other shows as well. It's a special treat each time he is involved with a Broadway Theatre production.

Bandstand is a new musical that takes us back in time to 1945.  America's sons have just returned from the war.  Bandstand tells us the unique story of a singer, songwriter by the name of Donny Novitski and his group of returning war veterans.  When Donny hears about a national contest to find the country's next musical sensation, Donny and his gang of mismatched bandmates work effortlessly to get themselves into competition shape.  They long for the chance at winning the opportunity of the glamour and glitz that a career in Hollywood could possibly bring to them.  The group teams up with a young, gorgeous war widow at a time when it seems like the world has forgotten them.

Bandstand is a high energy song and dance musical that has incredible musical talent in its cast.  The costumes are terrific as well.

Laura Osnes will star in Bandstand.  Ms. Osnes has numerous acting credits both in the theater, television and on the big screen.  She's a Broadway mainstay and has been seen in Cinderella, Bonnie and Clyde, Anything Goes, Grease and others as well.  The Book, Music and Lyrics for Bandstand were written by Richard Oberacker who currently conducts Cirque Du Soleil's hit show "KA" in Las Vegas and he also has worked with the national tours of The Lion King, Show Boat, and several others as well.  His next project could very well be his greatest achievement in the theater as he is writing the score for The Great Gatsby, which will open in Japan this year.  Robert Taylor is credited with handling the Book and Lyrics of Bandstand as well.

Bandstand will begin preview performances on March 31, 2017 prior to opening night critic reviews on April 26, 2017.  This will allow Bandstand to become eligible to be nominated for Tony Awards in 2017.  The show will play at New York's Jacobs Theatre, which will be quite an intimate place seeing as this theater is one of the smaller musical venues in the city.

Right now, Bandstand tickets on Broadway are offering discounted tickets through May 28, 2017.  If you or someone you know is interested in obtaining Bandstand discount tickets at New York's Jacobs Theatre, we hope you'll consider a call to the local Broadway ticket experts at Applause-Tickets.  We are open 24/7, 365 days a year and would love to help you obtain Bandstand tickets or any of the other exciting Broadway shows playing.

Cheers and good luck to the cast and creative team at Bandstand on Broadway.

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Charlie And The Chocolate Factory On Broadway-Previews Start March 28-2017

If you have had the good fortune to see Matilda The Musical (played nearly 4 years on Broadway, won several Tony Awards in 2013 and closed on January 1-2017 after 1555 performances), then you're in for a special treat.  The producers of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory are bringing their recent London stage hit musical to play at NYC's Lunt-Fontanne Theatre this Spring.  Previews begin on March 28, 2017 prior to an official opening that will take place on April 23, 2017.  This will allow the show to be eligible for Tony Awards nominations for the 2017 Broadway season.

Famous British novelist Roald Dahl, who is known as a great screenwriter, short story writer, novelist and poet, who wrote this incredibly magical story about a young boy by the name of Charlie, who comes from impoverished means but who is one of 5 contest winners who gets to be led on a tour by Willy Wonka of his famous chocolate factory.  The most famous in the world.

Mr. Dahl is known for bringing Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, James and the Giant Peach, Matilda, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, You Only Live Twice (the 5th James Bond film which starred Sean Connery) and so many others to the big screen.  Although Mr. Dahl died many years ago, his legacy lives on.  Ten percent of all of Roald Dahls income goes to their charity partners which include the Roald Dahl Marvellous Children's Charity and the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre.  They support many great causes which help provide specialist children's nurses as well as providing for special grants for needy families and educational programs.  It's no surprise that his books are being turned into London and Broadway blockbuster musicals.  I saw Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and a year and a half ago in London and enjoyed the show immensely.  It will appeal to youngsters as well as their parents and even be enjoyed by older people as well.  After all, I was 59 years old when I saw this excellent show.

Broadway star Christian Borle, a two-time Tony Award winner for his roles in Peter and the Starcatcher and Something Rotten!, will play the role of Willy Wonka.  Mr. Borle will be wonderful in this role as he is a tremendous acting talent.

World famous songs which include "The Candy Man" (a big hit recorded by Sammy Davis) when I was a youngster and "Pure Imagination" and many other terrific songs written by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray) with a book written by playwright David Greig, choreography by Emmy Award winner Joshua Bergasse and direction by the incomparable Jack O'Brien, three-time Tony Award winner (Hairspray, Henry IV, The Coast of Utopia) will make this show shine.  This creative team is sure to help make Charlie and the Chocolate Factory a longterm success on Broadway.

If you or anyone you know is interested in talking about the show or is interested in obtaining Charlie and the Chocolate Factory tickets, kindly consider a phone call to the local ticket experts at Applause-Tickets.  We are open 24/7, 365 days a year and love talking about the theatre.

I hope you enjoyed my blog post today.  Cheers and good luck to the cast and creative team of Charlie and the Factory, which will begin its Broadway run at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in New York's theatre district on March 28-2017.

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