Theater news for the week of May 23-27
Take a rewind and check out this video from October, featuring the iconic Billy Elliot jump in Cleveland. The Broadway production of Billy Elliot has just welcomed it’s fourteenth Billy to its cast.
Each week, we’re going to keep you up-to-speed with the latest Broadway news and stories. Check back every Friday to see what you missed this week and to catch a glimpse of what’s going on at PlayhouseSquare this weekend. Enjoy!
Happening on Broadway …
The stars were out for the 77th Annual Drama League Awards
Broadway celebrated its favorite productions of the year on May 20 at the 77th Annual Drama League Awards, where The Book of Mormon took home Distinguished Production of a Musical and War Horse took Distinguished Production of a Play, according to Broadway.com. Mark Rylance also took home the Distinguished Performance award for his work in Jerusalem.
Natural Woman coming to a Broadway stage
While we posted a story last week about Berry Gordy’s possible autobiographical Broadway project, it looks like another music legend’s story might be making its way to the stage. Playbill.com reported a new musical titled Natural Woman is in the works, which documents the life and career of singer/songwriter Carole King. The production is said to feature many of her hit songs.
Welcome Billy #14
Giuseppe Bausilio is the newest addition to the Broadway cast of Billy Elliott, and he now joins the ranks of 14 other individuals who have played the role on Broadway. Bausilio is quite familiar with the role, though, as he was a part of the original Chicago cast as well as the national touring production, where he played the role in ten different cities.
PlayhouseSquare in the News …
We’ve announced all the great events for this season’s Summer Excitement! From free yoga classes to the Blue Light Lime Outdoor Concert Series (also free), it’s looking to be a great summer in Star Plaza. BroadwayWorld.com has extensive information posted about all of the events, and you can also find more information at playhousesquare.org/summer.
This weekend at PlayhouseSquare
Girls Night: The Musical
More coming soon…
Bubbling Brown Sugar, Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s 12th Annual All-City Musical
Personals Uncut
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