Hairspray Live! 2016 - Articles Page 10

Ages: 12+
Opened: December 7, 2016
Closing: December 07, 2016

Hairspray Live! - 2016 - Motion Picture History , Info & More

Based on the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, "Hairspray Live!" takes place in 1962 Baltimore. Plump teenager Tracy Turnblad's dream is to dance on "The Corny Collins Show," a local TV program. When against all odds Tracy wins a role on the show, she becomes a celebrity overnight and meets a colorful array of characters, including the resident dreamboat, Link; the ambitious mean girl, Amber; an African American boy she meets in detention, Seaweed; and his mother, Motormouth Maybelle, the owner of a local record store. Tracy's mother is the indomitable Edna, and she eventually encourages Tracy on her campaign to integrate the all-white "Corny Collins Show."


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Actors Theatre Of Indiana Unveils Entertainment Line-up For GREATEST HITS VOLUME 2
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2023


Actors Theatre of Indiana presents ATI's Greatest Hits Volume 2, featuring powerful performances and fan favorites from past shows like NUNSENSE, WORKING, CABARET, SWEENEY TODD, GODSPELL, FOREVER PLAID, and MY FAIR LADY.

Lead Cast Set For AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2023


The producers of the Curve production of AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN THE MUSICAL have announced that Luke Baker, Georgia Lennon, Jamal Crawford, Paul French and Sinead Long will star as Zack Mayo, Paula Pokrifki, Gunnery Sergeant Emil Foley, Sid Worley and Lynette Pomeroy respectively.

ELF THE MUSICAL Comes to Fairfield Center Stage in November
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2023


Community theater group Fairfield Center Stage (FCS) will present the musical comedy ELF, based on the hit movie starring Will Ferrell, in downtown Fairfield, CT. The show runs for two weekends, Nov 10-19, 2023 at Wakeman Hall inside First Church Congregational of Fairfield at 148 Beach Rd.

Gulfshore Playhouse to Present WINTER WONDERETTES, a Festive Jukebox Musical Review
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2023


Get ready for a festive and interactive experience at Gulfshore Playhouse's Winter Wonderettes. Running at the Norris Center in Naples, FL, this jukebox musical review promises to fill your hearts with holiday joy. Don't miss this delightful quartet as they perform timeless Christmas classics in four-part harmony.

Shoshana Bean Returning to The Apollo Theater for Annual Holiday Concert
by Michael Major - Oct 25, 2023


The Broadway star will take the audience on a soul-filled musical joyride with her powerful vocals, magnetic stage presence and impeccable interpretations of holiday classics. Shoshana will be joined by her Arranger/Music Director David Cook, an extraordinary band and some very special guest stars who will be announced in the coming weeks.

Jen Wineman To Direct Concert Reading Of Theme Park Musical DOOFYLAND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2023


Join director Jen Wineman for a live concert reading of the theme park musical DoofyLand, featuring an all-star cast. Don't miss this limited engagement at Three Clubs in West Hollywood on November 9th and 10th.

Tickets on Sale This Week For TINA - The Tina Turner Musical at BBMann
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2023


Tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical at BBMann will go on sale Friday, October 23 at 10AM for 8 performances from February 27 to March 3, 2024.

Tickets On Sale October 20 For TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Presented By Broadway Dallas
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2023


Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America have announced that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will go on sale Friday, October 20 for 16 performances from January 23 to February 4 as part of the Germania Insurance Broadway Series presented by Broadway Dallas.

RANDY RAINBOW FOR PRESIDENT at Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW Special Offer - Oct 18, 2023


Special Offer: America’s Favorite Musical Satirist, Randy Rainbow, Comes to Jorgensen Center Oct 28

Full Cast and Creative Team Set for THE DRAGON KING'S DAUGHTER at the Kennedy Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2023


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has revealed the full cast and creative team for the world premiere Kennedy Center -commissioned musical The Dragon King’s Daughter. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Meet the Cast of HARMONY, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2023


Harmony officially begins previews on Broadway tonight, October 18. Meet the cast of Harmony here!

Brianna Kaleen In Brings A NIGHT OF BLACK GIRL MAGIC To 54 Below, November 7
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2023


54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Brianna Kaleen, recent winner of Playbill and  Prudential's Broadway on Stages competition and Hairspray national tour alum, in Black Girl Magic on November 7th at 9:30pm.

Fall In Love All Over Again. PRETTY WOMAN The Musical Comes To Boston In February 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2023


Fall in love all over again with Pretty Woman The Musical coming to Boston from Feb 27 - Mar 3, 2024. Get your tickets now for this unforgettable experience!

Davenport's Cabaret to Celebrate 25th Anniversary With All Star Line Up In November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023


Wicker Park's Davenport's Cabaret celebrates 25th anniversary with all-star lineup in November. Experience live music, comedy, and cabaret in Chicago's premier venue. Don't miss Broadway star Karen Mason and other top talent. Visit DavenportsPianoBar.com for tickets and more info.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 11, 2023


EXORCISTIC presented by HRS Productions and Orgasmico Theatre, premiered on October 8th and officially opened on October 10. The unauthorized parody of The Exorcist was brought back by popular demand after their sold-out run at The Three Clubs in Los Angeles.  Check out photos from opening night here!

Sergio Trujillo, Joan Marcus, and Carol Rosegg Join Lineup For The Broadway Cruise 2
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2023


The 2nd annual sailing of The Broadway Cruise will take off in 2024! Find out who has joined the lineup for the cruise here!

Photos: Get a First Look at EXORCISTIC at The Box
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2023


Get a first look at EXORCISTIC at The Box with exclusive photos. Explore the haunting production and get ready for a spine-chilling experience as you dive into the spooky world of this thrilling show.

Single Tickets on Sale This Week For HAIRSPRAY, THE CHER SHOW, and More at Pikes Peak Center
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2023


The American Theatre Guild is pleased to announce that single tickets to five shows in the 23–24 BROADWAY AT PIKES PEAK CENTER SERIES will go on sale Friday, October 13, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!

Joe McFadden Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Tour in Glasgow as 'The Narrator'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2023


Glasgow born actor and winner of Strictly Come Dancing Joe McFadden will join the tour of the legendary, classic smash hit musical The Rocky Horror Show for a limited run in his beloved hometown of Glasgow. Learn more about where to catch the show here!

Broadway Dallas Launches Night OUT in Partnership with Turtle Creek Chorale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2023


Broadway Dallas launches Night OUT, a new affinity group in partnership with the Turtle Creek Chorale. Join the exciting collaboration in Dallas, TX.

Jordan Donica, Jaime Cepero, Nick Cearley, and More Join New Musical EXORCISTIC Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2023


The highly anticipated rock musical EXORCISTIC has announced the addition of new cast members for its upcoming performances at The Box in NYC. Find out who is joining the cast here!

ROCK 'N ROLL DOO WOP SPECTACULAR Comes to State Theatre New Jersey This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2023


State Theatre New Jersey presents Rock ‘N Roll Doo Wop Spectacular featuring Chubby Checker, The Doo Wop Project, The Duprees, and Vinnie Medugo. Learn more about the performance here!

Review Roundup: Pre-Broadway THE WIZ Tour Launches; What Are the Critics Saying?
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2023


The all-new production of the Tony Award-winning hit musical The Wiz will open on Broadway on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in a limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre. The pre-Broadway tour has launched and is now underway. Read the reviews here!

Cast Set For BURNT AT THE STAKE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2023


Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the casting of Burnt at the Stake, or the Whole of the Truth, a celebration of bold new writing in the Globe Theatre on 13 October. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!

SCISSORHANDS Returns For Holiday Engagement To LA's Bourbon Room, November 24
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2023


Executive Producers Bradley Bredeweg and Kelley Parker (Mad World Inventions) today announced the return of the acclaimed, sold-out theatrical event, “SCISSORHANDS: A Musical Tribute” – with an all-new, immersive staging – for a six-week holiday engagement.

Other Productions of Hairspray Live!

2002   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2003   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2004   Toronto Toronto Production
Toronto
2006   Las Vegas Las Vegas Production
Las Vegas
2006   Beverly, MA (Regional) North Shore Music Theatre Production
Beverly, MA (Regional)
2007   West End London Production
West End
2016   Motion Picture NBC Live Televised Production
Motion Picture
2021   West End London Revival
West End
2021   US Tour New National Tour
US Tour

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