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Neil LaBute
Jun 12, 2013

"Reasons to Be Happy": Review Roundup

"Reasons to Be Happy": Review Roundup

Neil LaBute elicits strong feelings from audiences and critics, and nothing has changed with his latest play, “Reasons to Be Happy,” which opened last night in a new production from the MCC Theater.

Raul Esparza
Jun 11, 2013

Esparza, Burstein, Rose in City Center's "Cradle" Cast

Esparza, Burstein, Rose in City Center's "Cradle" Cast

Initial casting has been announced for the upcoming production of Marc Blitzstein’s "The Cradle Will Rock," the inaugural show of New York City Center’s new Encores! Off-Center series.

Tony Awards
Jun 10, 2013

"Pippin," Lauper Wins Make for Tony's Best Moments

"Pippin," Lauper Wins Make for Tony's Best Moments

Tom Hanks didn’t win a Tony, Cicely Tyson did, and the sentimental American musical “Kinky Boots” upset the tight British import “Matilda” for the evening’s top prize

May 31, 2013

Happy Feet in "Kinky Boots"

Happy Feet in "Kinky Boots"

"Kinky Boots" at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre is drawing in the crowds. Based on a true story, made into a movie, and now a hit on Broadway -- we wondered how Lola and the Angels keep their feet dancing in...

May 31, 2013

Broadway Backstage: "Cinderella"

Broadway Backstage: "Cinderella"

Joelle Gargiulo takes a look behind the curtain at the hit "Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella: The Musical."

Bette Midler
May 31, 2013

Midler's "I'll Eat You Last" Recoups Investment

Midler's "I'll Eat You Last" Recoups Investment

Producers say the one-woman comedy earned back its $2.4 million initial cost in eight weeks, despite snub from Tony voters

Rebecca Hall
May 30, 2013

Rebecca Hall to Play Murderess in Broadway Debut

Rebecca Hall to Play Murderess in Broadway Debut

The English actress will make her Broadway debut in a revival of "Machinal," the Sophie Treadwell play inspired by the trial of a Queens murderess

May 28, 2013

Meet the Acrobatic Performers Behind "Pippin"

Meet the Acrobatic Performers Behind "Pippin"

“Pippin” is one of the top contenders for the Tony Awards – garnering 10 nominations. Erika Tarantal introduces us to the acrobatic cast who dazzle audiences every night at the Music Box Theatre on Broadway.

May 24, 2013

Meet the 4 Young Actresses Playing "Matilda"

Meet the 4 Young Actresses Playing "Matilda"

Erika Tarantal meets the four young girls sharing the title role in the new Broadway musical "Matilda," which is nominated for 12 Tony Awards. "Matilda" is playing at the Shubert Theatre.

May 24, 2013

Brooklyn Diner Renames Hot Dog for Harvey Fierstein

Brooklyn Diner Renames Hot Dog for Harvey Fierstein

On Wednesday, May 22, the Brooklyn Diner on 155 West 43rd Street celebrated the 30th Anniversary of Harvey Fierstein's first Tony Award. At the event, the diner renamed its famous "15-Bite Brooklyn Diner All...

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Man Falls into 15-Foot Trench in Queens: FDNY

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Man Stabbed in Chest in Times Square

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New Video Shows Bike Bomber Riding to Times Square

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Strong Thunderstorms Roll into Tri-State

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Ed Koch Tombstone Mistake Fixed

Ed Koch Tombstone Mistake Fixed

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