Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas To Return This December

That's right theatre fans. One of the holiday's most popular shows is headed back to the Big Apple. Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas, which first premiered in 1998 at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego, will return to the Hulu Theatre at Madison Square Garden on December 13 thru December 30.

Growing up as a child, the book, as well as the television movie was a favorite of mine. However I will admit, that I was a little hesitant when they announced that the show was coming to Broadway in 2006. As it turns out, I was worried for nothing. It was incredible, not to mention the perfect way to celebrate the holidays.

Now for those of you who want tickets to see this beloved, heart warming tale on stage, you are in luck. We sell it. Well we will starting on August 1. That's only six days away for those of you keeping count. Get your tickets to see Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas at the Hulu Theatre at Madison Square Garden. Your holiday's won't be complete without it.

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Avenue Q Turns 15

Has it really been fifteen years since one of my favorite show's first opened? Man time sure does fly doesn't it? Avenue Q, which first premiered Off-Broadway at the Vineyard Theatre in July 2003, before heading to Broadway, is still playing to packed houses eight times a week at New World Stages.

The show, which won the 2004 Tony Award for Best Musical of the Year, is by far one of the funniest shows that you will ever see. In fact, it was the first Broadway show my parent's ever saw, and they still talk about it some thirteen years later.

Still not convinced? Well for those of you out there who are still on the fence, here is a brief synopsis of Avenue Q from the show's official website. Enjoy!

Avenue Q is the "hilarious and internationally-acclaimed musical about a group of 20-somethings — people and puppets alike — who move to New York with big dreams and tiny bank accounts. Together they live as neighbors on a street in New York as they try to discover their purpose in life."

The musical's characters include Princeton, Kate Monster, Trekkie Monster, Lucy, Nicky, Rod, Gary Coleman, Brian and Christmas Eve. The score includes "Everyone's a Little Bit Racist," "If You Were Gay," "The More You Ruv Someone" and "Schadenfreude."

Now as I mentioned, the show is celebrating it's fifteenth anniversary. Not only that, but in honor of this "Special Occasion" they are pulling out all the stops. Starting tonight thru July 29, the show will feature past cast members of the show including original stars and Tony Award nominees Stephanie D'Abruzzo and John Tartaglia, as well as Jennifer Barnhart and Rick Lyon.

Let me guess. You all want to see it now don't you? Well good news theatre fans. You have come to the right place. Plus if you call now, you can get tickets to this award winning musical at prices that can't be beat. Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru November 18 it is for select seats only, and like always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see Avenue Q at New World Stages. Until next time theatre fans.

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New Musical Gettin' The Band Back Togther To Begin Previews Tonight

That's right theatre fans. The band is back. I know. I know. You didn't even know they broke up right? Well they did. Thankfully they came back to their senses, and got the band back together once again. Like how I found a way to get the title in there?

Now I know what you're thinking. What's it all about? What? You mean the title didn't give you a clue? O.K. fine. I'll tell you. Mitch Papadopolous, New Jersey born and raised, who once dreamt about being the next Bon Jovi, has traded in his guitar strings for a more secure and stable lifestyle. Then disaster strikes on his fortieth birthday when his life is turned upside down. He loses his job, and even worse has to move back to New Jersey with his....Mom. Oh but wait. It gets worse.

Soon his childhood home is on the brink of foreclosure. So what now? That's right. He gets the band back together. Now does it make sense? By the way, for those of you who want tickets to see the show, you have come to the right place. Plus 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 December 18, it is for select seats only, and as always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see Gettin' The Band Back Together on Broadway at the Belasco Theatre Until next time theatre fans.

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Las Vegas Tickets

Let me guess. You thought Applause only sold theatre tickets to London and Broadway right? Well we don't. We actually sell tickets to every show and event around the world. Which brings me to the reason for today's blog. Las Vegas. AKA Sin City.

Now I have never been. But it is definitely on my bucket list. But enough about me. After all you came here to find out how to get tickets for shows in Las Vegas right? Well let's get to it shall we? Looking for tickets to such headliners like Celine Dion or Jennifer Lopez? We sell them.

Or maybe your a huge magic fan and want tickets to see David Copperfield or Penn and Teller. You want them? We got them. Or you are like me and want to see the latest Cirque de Soleil show. No problem. In fact we sell every show in Las Vegas. Who knew? So why not give us a try? You'll be glad you did. Until next time Vegas fans.

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Wicked Makes History

I don't know what it is, but it feels like every year, or every couple of years, I find myself writing a blog about Wicked and it's historic run. From it's record breaking productions around the world, to it's lengthy celebrated run on Broadway, Wicked continues to get more popular year after year. Not only that, but as of July 12, Wicked became the 6th longest running show in Broadway history, surpassing A Chorus Line.

Now believe it or not, but the Broadway production got mixed reviews when it opened. Yet here we are fifteen years later, and the show is still going strong. Take that critic's. By the way, for those of you who want tickets to see the show, you are in luck. We sell it. In fact we sell every show on Broadway. Get your tickets to see Wicked on Broadway at the Gershwin Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.

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Broadway Bound The Prom Finds A New Home

That's right theatre fans. One of this season's most highly anticipated new shows is swapping theatres. The Prom, which was set to begin previews at the Cort Theatre on October 21, is now headed to the Longacre Theatre. Opening night is still scheduled for November 15.

The show, which is directed by Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw (The Book of Mormon, Aladdin), features a book by Tony Award winner Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone) and Chad Beguelin (Aladdin), and a score by Matthew Sklar (The Wedding Singer, Elf), and Beguelin.

Quite the creative team don't you think? Tickets for the show are now on sale. Oh and did I mention that we are selling it? Well we are. Get your tickets to see The Prom on Broadway at the Longacre Theatre. Until next time theatre fans.

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Last Call: Broadway Show Closings

Here's a list of upcoming Broadway show closings. Give us a call and grab your tickets before it's too late!

Angels in America
Closing date: Sunday, July 15th
Theatre: Neil Simon
Cast highlights: Andrew Garfield and Nathan Lane

Angels in America one of the biggest Broadway play epics. Told in two parts, with two intermissions per part and a total of seven and a half hours, it's not for the faint of heart. A revival of the original show, this new production is nothing short of breathtaking. The cast is wonderful, the set is one of the best of the season that I've seen and the material is is transcendent.

 A Bronx Tale the Musical
Closing date: Sunday, August 5th.
Theatre: Longacre
Cast Highlights: Chazz Palminteri

A Bronx Tale is perfect for any non-theatre fans. Currently featuring Chazz Palminteri, the original Sonny has stepped back into the role he created. Originally written as a one man show, A Bronx Tale is set in the Bronx in the 1960s where a young man is caught between doing what's right and following his father's footsteps, or becoming more like the local mob boss.

The Boys in the Band
Closing date: Saturday, August 11th
Theatre: Booth
Cast highlights: Jim Parsons, Zachary Quinto, Matt Bomber, Charlie Carver, Robin de Jesús, Brian Hutchinson, Michael Benjamin Washington, and Tuc Washington.

Set in 1968, The Boys in the Band centers on a group of gay men who are brought together for a friend's birthday party set in a NYC apartment. As the night unfolds, so the the secrets each one of them is harboring.

Hello, Dolly!
Closing date: Saturday, August 25th
Theatre: Shubert
Cast highlights: Bernadette Peters (until July 15th). Bette Midler returns July 17th. Also featured is Victor Garber, Gavin Creel, David Hyde Pierce, and Kate Baldwin.

The delightful revival of Hello, Dolly! is what theater dreams are made of. The show tells the story of  matchmaker Dolly Levi and the antics she gets up to. This classic Broadway show is one not to miss!

Spongebob Squarepants: The Broadway Musical
Closing date: Sunday, Spetember 16th
Theatre: Palace
Cast highlights: Ethan Slater, Gavin Lee, Danny Skinner, Lilli Cooper, Wesley Taylor and Bruce Ray Norris

Featuring the music and lyrics written byartists such as Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Sara Bareilles, Cyndi Lauper, Panic! At the Disco and Plain White T's, Spongebob is nothing short of a great time at the theater. The show features the beloved characters from the Nickelodeon TV show, and follows Spongebob and the rest of Bikini Bottom as they try to save their town from impending doom!

Springsteen on Broadway
Closing date: Saturday, December 15th
Theatre: Walter Kerr

A career that spans decades, Bruce Springsteen is one of the biggest musical legends to ever live. He comes to Broadway performing an acoustic set for an intimate night with the singer.

Let us know if we can help you out getting tickets to any of these shows before they end! Our phones are open 24 hours a day.

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West Side Story To Return To Broadway In 2019

Exciting news theatre fans. One of Broadway's most beloved shows of all time is headed back to the Great White Way. West Side Story, which believe it or not first premiered sixty-one years ago, is set to begin previews at a Broadway theatre to be announced on December 10, 2019, with opening night scheduled for February 6, 2020.

Two months of previews for a revival? I guess they want to make sure it's perfect. It was also announced today, that the show is being directed by Tony Award winning director Ivo van Hove (A View From A Bridge, The Crucible), with new choreography by Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker.

Yes that's right. This will be the first Broadway production not to use Jerome Robbin's iconic choreography. Now some may not agree with that, but I think it's time to put a new spin on this beloved musical. Here's hoping I am right. Until next time theatre fans.


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SpongeBob SquarePants To Close

Sad news theatre fans. One of last season's most celebrated shows is taking it's final bow this Fall. SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical, will play it's final performance at the Palace Theatre on September 16.

The show, which is based on the animated Nickelodeon television series, will have played a total of twenty-nine previews, and three hundred and twenty-seven regular performances at the time of it's closing.

It was also announced, that the show is set to launch a North American national tour in the Fall of 2019. Here's hoping the show does better on the road.

By the way, for those of you want tickets to see the show, you are in luck. We sell it. Plus if you call right now, you can get tickets to see the show at some incredible rates.

Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru September 2, it is for select seats only, and as always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical at the Palace Theatre. Time is running out. Until next time theatre fans.

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Smokey Joe's Cafe Returns To New York

That's right theatre fans. One of Broadway's longest running revue's is headed back to the Big Apple. Smokey Joe's Cafe: The Songs of Leiber and Stoller, began performances last night at the Stage 42 Theatre Off-Broadway.

The show, which played over two thousand performances on Broadway at the Virginia Theatre (now the August Wilson), will officially open on July 22. Now I loved the show when it played here before. In fact, I saw it three times. Here's hoping this new production has a long run as well.

By the way, for those of you who want tickets to see the show, you are in luck. We sell it. In fact if you call right now, you can get tickets to see the show at some great rates. Be advised that while this "Special Offer" is good thru September 30, it for select seats only, and as always subject to availability. Get your tickets to see Smokey Joe's Cafe at the Stage 42 Theatre. Who knows? You might just see me there. Until next time theatre fans.

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Theater Etiquette

As a huge theatregoer, what's the worse thing that can happen to you? (Besides losing your tickets or the show closing!)

It, of course, is when a fellow audience member is so distracting you can't enjoy yourself at the show.

In my case, it was my most recent trip to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. As a huge Broadway and Harry Potter fan, I had been waiting for months to see the show. Not only that, but I also had spent a lot of money to see the show as well.

Although I am a complete believer that children should be exposed to the arts, I think the fact that there is an age limit for Broadway theatres is an important thing to be aware of if you have children. I won't get into too many details of the negative experience, but the person who affected my time at the theatre was a child, and wasn't able to be respectful of the other patron in the theatre.

When another audience member is so distracting that you can't enjoy yourself at the show, it is unacceptable.

Here's a few top tips on theatre etiquette:

1. Be mindful of those around you.
   Don't rustle your snacks too loudly. Please don't talk to your neighbor. Be sure to turn off your cell phone AND smart watches. And no matter how much you love the show, PLEASE do not sing along. Patrons are there to see the actors perform, not you.
2. Be on time.
   This is the cardinal rule of seeing a Broadway show. Some theatres have very strict guidelines about being late, and some won't let you into the show until a few minutes into the show or even at intermission. However, in many shows after the first overture you're permitted to go in. It can be distracting, so do your best to be on time.
3. If you're taking children to see the show, go over the theatre rules with them!
   Bringing kids to the theatre is such a fun experience! Make sure they're the right age to see a show, though. If they can't sit through a movie at the movie theatre, a Broadway show probably isn't the best choice for them. Fidgeting happens, even to us adults, but if your child is distracting other people during the show, as a parent you have a responsibility to the patrons around you to ensure their experience won't be ruined. 
4. If you have to cough, cover your mouth.
   I get it, allergies exist! However, if you cough or sneeze during the show, please don't do it on the neck of the patron in front of you.
5. Don't record the show or take pictures.
   Although this seems obvious, you'd be surprised how many people in an audience try to record a show or take pictures. I get it, you want to remember this incredible experience you're having at the show. But the magic of theatre is that it's a unique experience every time you see a live show. If you pull out your phone during a show, an usher will most likely swoop in on you with a beaming flashlight. It's distracting for the others around you, and very rude. Just enjoy the experience while you're there!

Have you ever had a negative audience experience at a Broadway show before? We'd love to hear it! 

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"A Bronx Tale" Set to Close On Broadway

On August 5th, A Bronx Tale will take its final bow. At the time of closing, the show will have played 29 previews and 700 regular performances.

Chazz Palminteri, who's life was the inspiration for the show, joined the cast in May. He is the only actor to play the same role on stage, film and in the musical production of the same show. He is playing select performances until the time of closing.

Palminteri played his one man show of A Bronx Tale on the West coast before bringing it off-Broadway in 1989. The show played New Jersey's Paper Mill Playhouse before officially opening on Broadway in 2016.

Emily Stubbs

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