by Mike Haber | Jul 31, 2021 | Antoinette (Tony) Awards, Blog, Broadway, Shows
Yesterday, 2 time Tony Award nominee Adrienne Warren took center stage headlining her own solo show part of
Bryant Park‘s free summer of live concerts celebrating the return of the Performing Arts here in New York City.
The
Tina,
Shuffle Along, and
Bring It On star performed a full diverse selection of Musical Theater favorites, Pop, R&B, Soul, and so much more. In addition, Warren was also joined by some of her fellow Broadway pals including…..
TINA castmates Matthew Griffin and Jhardon DiShon Milton,
and
The concert was co-hosted and introduced by Mexican Musical Theater star
Mauricio Martinez (Broadway and Tour of ON YOUR FEET).
In case you missed it in person, no worries because the concert was also livestreamed. You can watch this powerhouse talent make the Bryant Park crowd still go ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER below on here for a limited time. This performance alone gives us that excitement in the air of our New York Performing Arts scene back.
As previously announced, Adrienne Warren will be returning to Broadway’s TINA this Fall. However, she won’t be the iconic PRIVATE DANCER for much long…. only for a TBD strictly limited engagement. The show’s re-opening night is set for October 8th, 2021 at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre.
How fabulous is Adrienne Warren?!!!
Who is excited for TINA’s return?!!
by Mike Haber | Jul 30, 2021 | Blog, Broadway, News, Shows
FOR THE FIRST TIME IN FOREVER, Live Theater is back!! The stage adaptation of Disney’s smash hit
Frozen is preparing to finally debut overseas in London’s West End this upcoming month. The company is working around the clock in rehearsals. In addition, the magic of ARENDELLE is being built and coming to life is at the show’s new London home at the newly renovated Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Check out this latest time lapse of FROZEN’s London set being built.
FROZEN will get London audiences to LET IT GO at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Previews begin August 27th, 2021 and the official Opening Night will be September 8th, 2021.
Who is excited?!!!
Are you ready to BUILD A SNOWMAN?!!!
by Mike Haber | Jul 30, 2021 | Antoinette (Tony) Awards, Blog, Broadway, Shows
BREAKING NEWS: Celebrated Tony nominated director and choreographer
Graciela Daniele will finally receive her first
Tony….. However, it will be a special one. The Argentinian dancer and creator has been tapped as the recipient for the LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD at this year ceremony for her unforgettable legacy.
Daniele was previously nominated 10 TIMES for her unforgettable works as BOTH a director, choreographer, and even writer on Broadway shows. She was nominated for her works on….
The Rink,
The 1986 revival of The Mystery of Edwin Drood,
Dangerous Games,
3 for Chronicle of a Death Foretold,
and
The original 1998 production of
RAGTIME.
Her other notable directing, choreographing, and writing works included……
the original production of Zorba,
The Off Broadway cult classic A New Brain,
In addition prior before her creative career took off, Graciela Daniele started off as a dancer in notable shows including….
Here’s Where I Belong,
The original 1968 production of Promises Promises,
Coco,
The original 1971 production of Follies,
and
The original 1975 production of
Chicago,
We at New York Broadway Tours want to give Graciela Daniele a huge standing ovation. We applaud her for her unforgettable legacy she’s left here on the New York stage.
Hard work truly pays off.
The 74th Annual Tony Awards is set for September 26th, 2021 on both
CBS and
Paramount+. However, this year’s ceremony is going to be done a little bit different as a 2 PART event. It goes like this…..
From there at 9pm EST, CBS will air a full 2 HOUR Live Concert entitled THE TONY AWARDS PRESENTS: BROADWAY’S BACK. It will include performances from this year’s 3 nominated shows for BEST MUSICAL (consisting of
Jagged Little Pill,
Moulin Rouge, and
Tina), some of Broadway’s longest running hits, and more. From there, it will announce Tony winning shows nominated for BEST REVIVAL OF A PLAY, BEST PLAY, and of course BEST MUSICAL.
by Mike Haber | Jul 30, 2021 | Blog, Broadway, News, Shows
BREAKING NEWS: With COVID-19 and Delta Variant cases still rising, extreme safety precautions have been put for everyone’s health and safety with Broadway’s return. According to a team discussion with
Actors’ Equity Association and
The Broadway League, ALL 41 BROADWAY THEATERS will have to deal with the following protocols….
1. Showing proof that you’re FULLY VACCINATED either with an FDA or WHO authorized COVID-19 vaccine in order to attend a show.
2. Wearing a face mask for the entire duration of the show. You only take it off if you are eating or drinking in your seat.
This applies to performers, crew members, musicians, creative team members, ushers, and audience members. It’s for everyone’s safety and health!!
There are a few exceptions for those who can’t take the vaccines. For young children under the age of 12 and people with a medical condition or closely held religious belief that prevents vaccination – required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of the performance start time, or a negative COVID-19 antigen test taken within 6 hours of the performance start time.
The other big change that sadly will NOT be happening temporary when Broadway returns is the popular post-show STAGE DOOR where fans can get their playbills, photos taken, and meet members of the cast. Please remember this is for the company’s safety and making sure no one gets sick. Most importantly, ACTORS ARE PEOPLE LIKE YOU AND ME!!! No ranting and calling them DIVAS for abandoning the fans.
Theatre owners and operators will begin notifying ticket holders for performances through October 31, 2021, with reminder messaging planned to ensure awareness of the new policies. For performances starting November 2021 and beyond, theatre owners anticipate a review of policies in September, and may include a relaxation of certain provisions if the science dictates.
All 41 Broadway Theatres Will Require Vaccinations and Masks for Audience Members (broadwayworld.com)
by Mike Haber | Jul 30, 2021 | Antoinette (Tony) Awards, Backstage with New York Broadway Tours, Blog, Broadway, News
FIRST LOOK: These past 16 1/2 months have truly been a very extreme difficult year for Broadway & Live Theater due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It took effect on so many people. However, the spirit of live Theater always lives on. During this tough time, Theater director
Sammi Cannold, Emmy Award®-winning filmmaker Dori Berinstein (Show Business: The Road To Broadway), and Elizabeth Armstrong joined forces to create a brand new powerful documentary for all Theater fans to enjoy.
The documentary entitled THE SHOW MUST GO ON takes Theater lovers on an emotional journey chronicling the race against time to keep the making of Live Theater and the Performing arts alive. Theater was shutdown everywhere except in one place…… South Korea. It follows mainly a group of company members involved in South Korean productions of 2 of
Andrew Lloyd Webber‘s legendary musicals…..
Cats and
The Phantom of the Opera. It also follows Webber fascinated with South Korea’s spirit as part of his ongoing fight for the future of Live Theater. This is an inspirational film about the human spirit…. teamwork, determination, community, and knowing that even in hard times, we’re in this together!!
THE SHOW MUST GO ON will have its world premiere screening on August 9th, 2021 at Broadway’s Majestic Theatre (home of PHANTOM which returns in September 2021). It will also include a set of special appearances and performances from some familiar Broadway faces. Plus, it will serve as a benefit for
The Actors Fund.
We are so happy to share with you the trailer for this new powerful documentary right below. Get your tissues now!!!
How powerful was this?!!!
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for THE SHOW MUST GO ON Documentary Video (broadwayworld.com)
by Mike Haber | Jul 29, 2021 | Antoinette (Tony) Awards, Blog, Broadway, NYBT NEWS, Shows
YOU OUGHTA KNOW: Due to the COVID-19 / Delta Variant cases rising again, the upcoming Australian production of Tony Award nominated and Grammy winning smash hit
Alanis Morissette‘s
Jagged Little Pill has sadly been postponed till further notice. The creative team expressed their broken hearts with this rough decision. However, their spirits are high for the TBD rescheduled performances as soon as its safe.
The Australian company was set to debut this upcoming September 2021 in Sydney playing the Theatre Royal Sydney.
Meanwhile for anyone wanting to see JAGGED LITTLE PILL, the Broadway production is still expecting to relaunch October 21st, 2021 at the Broadhurst Theatre.
We send our love, prayers, and support to all those involved with this groundbreaking show. Stay safe and healthy. Keep following those COVID-19 / Delta Variant safety precautions.
Australian company of JAGGED LITTLE PILL postponed; Delta Variant & COVID-19 cases rise – New York Broadway Tours
