Category Archives: Musical Theater

A Swing Story

Posted on Dec 7, 2012 by .
Ellyn Marie Marsh, ready to take the stage in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

Imagine you’re a swing in a Broadway show. You’re backstage with nine minutes until the curtain rises. You think you … Continue reading →

Posted in How To, Musical Theater

Being Annie: Lilla Crawford on Her Starring Broadway Role

Posted on Nov 7, 2012 by .
Lilla Crawford gets a kiss from Sunny. By Joan Marcus

It’s definitely not a hard-knock life for Lilla Crawford. At only 11 years old, she’s singing, dancing and acting her heart … Continue reading →

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“What I Didn’t Know About Being on Broadway”

Posted on Jul 19, 2012 by .
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Why Rock of Ages Rocks

Posted on Jun 15, 2012 by .
Tom Cruise as Staycee Jaxx (photo by David James)

From Hairspray to Chicago, we’ve eagerly followed some of our Broadway favorites to the big screen—and Rock of Ages is … Continue reading →

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The New Kings of New York

Posted on Jun 15, 2012 by .
Photo by Jacob Pritchard

Extra! Extra! Read all about it: Newsies is the hottest new musical on Broadway! That’s right: The cult ’90s Disney … Continue reading →

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Showbiz Superstitions

Posted on Mar 13, 2012 by .
A scene from Broadway’s Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark. Before the show opened, the cast and crew took special, otherworldly precautions to ensure a safe, positive show. (Joan Marcus)

It’s opening night of your big musical. You’re warmed up, dressed and feeling confident—until your best friend visits you backstage. … Continue reading →

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