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September 2009
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September 9

 

Sirius XM Radio “Live on Broadway” Lunchtime Concert

Hosted by Seth Rudetsky. Free live taping of weekly national satellite radio program featuring musical performances and interviews with Broadway Stars. Special guest: John Cudia, the new Phantom of the Opera (subject to change).

LOCATION: Inside the Times Square Information Center on 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets

TIME: NOON

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September 9

Star Chats
Making of the New Season: Spotlight on the Musicals

Join us as we sit down with Broadway insiders to hear about what happens on stage and behind the scenes. Panelists include composers, lyricists, bookwriters, directors, and choreographers represented on Broadway this season:

Joe DiPietro: Book writer for Memphis and the current off-Broadway production, The Toxic Avenger
Rick Elice: Book writer for Jersey Boys and this season's The Addams Family
Marshall Brickman: Book writer for Jersey Boys and this season's The Addams Family

LOCATION: Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway (Between 45th and 46th Streets). In the 16th Floor Skylobby.

TIME: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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September 10

 

Broadway Open Call Karaoke

Do you have what it takes to make it on Broadway? Sing your favorite show tunes right in the heart of the Theatre District. The event features ticket giveaways and loads of fun for all. Hosted by Seth Rudetsky. Sign-up begins at 4:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Duffy Square, Broadway and 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets.

TIME: 5 PM - 6 PM

September 13

 

Broadway on Broadway® concert Presented by the all-new 2010 BUICK LACROSSE AND Continental Airlines

FREE outdoor concert! Stars of current shows and new productions perform live for tens of thousands of theatre fans on a giant outdoor stage at the Crossroads of the World. This event is free to the public. Visit BroadwayonBroadway.com for more information.

LOCATION: Times Square

TIME: 11:30 AM

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September 15

 

Kids’ Night on Broadway®
Kids Go Free!

Kids get to see participating Broadway shows for free when accompanied by a full–paying adult. To see participating shows and buy your tickets, visit www.KidsNightonBroadway.com.

TIMES VARY

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September 15

 

Kids' TOWN HALL

Join Camp Broadway and members of The Broadway League's Kids Advisory Board in celebrating Kids' Night on Broadway with a one-hour meeting moderated by Tony Award®-winner Gregory Jbara, who plays Dad in Billy Elliot the Musical! He will encourage kids to share their opinions, ideas, and experiences on a variety of Broadway related topics. The information collected from the attendees will be shared with Broadway producers! There will be special gifts for the first 50 kids to RSVP, and a special appearance by a surprise Broadway guest. Sign-in begins at 4:15 p.m.

TIME: 4:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Times Square Arts Center, Main Events Room, 699 Eighth Avenue (between West 42nd and 43rd Streets)

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September 15

Insider View Post-Show Talkbacks

Stick around after the curtain comes down and get a unique perspective on how a Broadway show comes together. Participating shows: Billy Elliot the Musical, Burn the Floor, Chicago, In the Heights, Memphis, Next to Normal, The Phantom of the Opera, Rock of Ages, Shrek:The Musical, Superior Donuts, The Toxic Avenger, West Side Story.

TIMES VARY (immediately following evening performances)

September 16

 

Sirius XM Radio “Live on Broadway” Lunchtime Concert

Hosted by Seth Rudetsky. Free live taping of weekly national satellite radio program featuring musical performances and interviews with Broadway stars. Special guest star: South Pacific star Kelli O'Hara (subject to change).

LOCATION: Inside the Times Square Information Center on 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets

TIME: NOON

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September 16

Kids’ Night on Broadway®
Kids Go Free!

Kids get to see participating Broadway shows for free when accompanied by a full–paying adult. To see participating shows and buy your tickets, visit www.KidsNightonBroadway.com.

TIMES VARY

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September 16

Star Chats: Kids!

As part of Kids Night on Broadway®, Thru The Stage Door and The Broadway League will host a panel of award-winning actors, producers, directors and designers who will talk about the exciting upcoming fall season and take your questions about all things Broadway. Panelists include (subject to change): Sue Frost (producer, Memphis), Olga Merediz (actor, In the Heights), Deanna Cipolla (actor, Bye Bye Birdie), Barry Weissler (producer, Chicago, La Cage aux Folles), Jordan Roth (president, Jujamcyn Theaters).

LOCATION: Planet Hollywood Screening Room, 1540 Broadway at West 45th Street

TIME: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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September 17

 

Broadway Open Call Karaoke & Pre-Theatre Happy Hour

Do you have what it takes to make it on Broadway? Sing your favorite show tunes right in the heart of the Theatre District. The event features ticket giveaways and loads of fun for all. Hosted by Seth Rudetsky. Sign-up begins at 4:00 p.m.

Then head over to The Glass House Tavern for pre-theatre appetizer and drink specials, giveaways and Broadway celebrity appearances! The Happy Hour Guys will be taping a Back2Broadway webisode, so come join the fun before you head to your show that night.

LOCATIONS:
Karaoke: Times Square Information Center, 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets (next to the Palace Theatre)
Pre-Theatre Happy Hour: The Glass House Tavern, 252 West 47th Street (Between Broadway and 8th Avenue)

TIMES:
Karaoke: 5 PM - 6 PM
Pre-Theatre Happy Hour: 6 PM - 7:30 PM

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September 18

 

Broadway Dance Studio

Broadway performers teach the hottest Broadway dance steps. Come strut your stuff in the heart of Times Square. All levels of experience welcome. Join us! Tonight, you can learn the Fosse-inspired dance moves of the hit Broadway musical, Chicago, and let your Freak Flag fly with the choreography from Shrek.

LOCATION: Duffy Square, Broadway and 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets

TIME: 5 PM - 6 PM

September 19

 

Broadway Open House Theatre Tours

An exclusive look at what goes on in Broadway's historic playhouses before the audience comes in. These tours are free and open to the public. Theatre tours depart on a continuous basis from 10:00 a.m. through noon. Today: Al Hirschfeld Theatre, Richard Rodgers Theatre, and Winter Garden Theatre (locations below).

LOCATIONS:
Al Hirschfeld Theatre
302 West 45th Street (Between 8th and 9th Avenues)

Richard Rodgers Theatre
226 West 46th Street (Between Broadway and 8th Avenue)

Winter Garden Theatre
1634 Broadway (Between West 50th and 51st Streets)

Time: 10 AM - NOON

September 20

 

Broadway Tweet-Up via Twitter

The first ever Broadway-wide interactive Tweet-up with shows, performers, and fans. Led by The Broadway League. Follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/TheBwayLeague) and take a look at our Twitter Watch to see who on Broadway is Tweeting: www.ilovenytheater.com/connect. Shows will be answering your questions live from 11am-1pm on Sunday.

TIME: 11AM - 1PM

September 22

 

“Broadway Salutes”

A unique public celebration presented by The Broadway League and the Coalition of Broadway Unions and Guilds honoring the myriad of artists,technicians and craftspeople who have made Broadway great for decades—with special recognition for those who have worked 25, 35, and 50 years in their respective theatrical craft.

Master of Ceremonies Brian Stokes Mitchell, the acclaimed Broadway actor, will highlight some special individual stories of the honorees. The Honorable Christine Quinn, Speaker of the New York City Council, will be on hand to recognize these contributions to NYC. Please join us in Times Square!

LOCATION: Duffy Square, Broadway and 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets

TIME: 4PM

September 23

 

Sirius XM Radio “Live on Broadway” Lunchtime Concert

Hosted by Seth Rudetsky. Free live taping of weekly national satellite radio program featuring musical performances and interviews with Broadway Stars. Special guest: Diana DeGarmo (Toxic Avenger). Program subject to change.

LOCATION: Inside the Times Square Information Center on 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets

TIME: NOON

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September 23

Star Chats
Making of the New Season: Spotlight on the Plays

Join us as we sit down with Broadway stars and insiders to hear about what happens on stage and behind the scenes.This week we focus on bringing new plays to the Broadway stage.

Panel*
Mark Brokaw, director (After Miss Julie)
Keith Huff, playwright (A Steady Rain)
Tracy Letts, playwright (Superior Donuts)
Sara Ruhl, playwright (In the Next Room, or the vibrator play)

Moderator
Patrick Pacheco

*All programs and participants subject to change

LOCATION: Sardi's Restaurant, 4th Floor, 234 West 44th Street (Between 7th and 8th Avenues)

TIME: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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September 24

 

Broadway Open Call Karaoke

Do you have what it takes to make it on Broadway? Sing your favorite show tunes right in the heart of the Theatre District. The event features ticket giveaways and loads of fun for all. Sign-up begins at 5:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Duffy Square, Broadway and 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets.

TIME: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

September 25

 

Broadway Dance Studio

Broadway performers teach the hottest Broadway dance steps. Come strut your stuff in the heart of Times Square. All levels of experience welcome. Join us as we learn the rockin' moves from Rock of Ages and the hip-hop grooves from In the Heights!

LOCATION: Duffy Square, Broadway and 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets

TIME: 5 PM - 6 PM

September 26

 

Broadway Open House Theatre Tours

An exclusive look at what goes on in Broadway's historic playhouses before the audience comes in. These tours are free and open to the public. Theatre tours depart on a continuous basis from 10:00 a.m. through noon. Today: August Wilson Theatre, Majestic Theatre and Minskoff Theatre (locations below).

LOCATIONS:
August Wilson Theatre
245 West 52nd Street (Between Broadway and 8th Avenue)

Majestic Theatre
245 West 44th Street (Between 7th and 8th Avenues)

Minskoff Theatre
200 West 45th Street (Between Broadway and 8th Avenue)

TIME: 10 AM - NOON

September 27

 

The 23rd Annual Broadway Flea Market and Grand Auction

Stars from Broadway, Off Broadway, dance, and daytime TV greet fans and sell memorabilia to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Shop for costume pieces, original scripts, rare photographs, and more. At the Celebrity Table, stars gather throughout the day to sign autographs and pose for photos in exchange for donations.

LOCATION: Shubert Alley, West 44th Street between Seventh and Eighth Avenues

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September 29

 

Family First Nights®

240 participants from Harlem Children's Zone in Manhattan and Dunton Block and Civic Association in Queens will attend The Phantom of the Opera as part of the Broadway League's Family First Nights Program, which introduces under-served inner-city families to regular theatregoing as a shared activity.

Program change: The "Insider View" post-performance talkbacks scheduled for tonight have been canceled. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience.

September 30

 

Sirius XM Radio “Live on Broadway” Lunchtime Concert

Hosted by Seth Rudetsky. Free live taping of weekly national satellite radio program featuring musical performances and interviews with Broadway stars. Special guest: Constantine Maroulis (Rock of Ages). Program subject to change.

LOCATION: Inside the Times Square Information Center on 7th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets

TIME: NOON

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September 30

Star Chats: Leading Ladies

Join us as we sit down with Broadway stars and insiders to hear about what happens on stage and behind the scenes. Tonight's panel, in collaboration with the American Theatre Wing, showcases five Tony Award®-winning leading ladies. The panel will be recorded for the first show of the 31st season of ATW’s “Working in the Theatre,” to debut on CUNY TV in NY and nationally via americantheatrewing.org and iTunes in late October.

Panel*
Laura Benanti (In the Next Room, or the vibrator play)
Beth Leavel (Mamma Mia!)
Bebe Neuwirth (The Addams Family)
Alice Ripley (Next to Normal)

Moderator
Howard Sherman

*All programs and participants subject to change

LOCATION: TheTimesCenter, 242 West 41st Street (Between 7th and 8th Avenues)

TIME: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM — Event starts PROMPTLY at 5:30pm for taping purposes.

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