Singer, actor Robert Goulet dies at 73 Nov 1, 2007
I flew down and the airlines lost my luggage, so I showed up in a T-shirt, jeans, cowboy boots and a leather jacket that needed cleaning," he said. That stage production, opposite Richard Burton and Julie Andrews, launched his U.S. career. It opened in Toronto in 1960, played in Boston for four weeks, then hit Broadway, where Goulet was acclaimed for his performance in If Ever I Would Leave You. Goulet, who had long suffered from stage fright, was barely prepared for the success that followed.... (CBC.ca)
Robert Goulet, 73; star of 'Camelot' matched idol looks with rich baritone Oct 31, 2007
Today's Globe Local Politics Opinion Magazine Education NECN Special reports Obituaries. LOS ANGELES - Robert Goulet, the strikingly handsome singer with the rich baritone who soared to stardom on the Broadway stage in 1960 playing Lancelot in the original production of "Camelot," died yesterday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. (Boston Globe)
Robert Goulet: A golden voice silenced at 73 Oct 31, 2007
Other stage credits include Little Women, Dreamgirls, Carousel, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Kiss Me Kate, The Fantastiks, South Pacific and The Man of La Mancha. He performed at the White House for three presidents and did a command performance for Queen Elizabeth II.. (USA Today -- Life)
Fusing jazz and Broadway in his compositions Oct 31, 2007
His dad had a big collection of all the shows, from Kiss Me Kate to West Side Story, one of his early favorites. I d listen to the records and then run out to rent the movies. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Robert Goulet, singer who shot to fame in 'Camelot,' dies Oct 31, 2007
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'10 Questions for the Dalai Lama' Oct 22, 2007
Kiss Me,' dodge the fruitA free 3-D screening of the 1953 musical Kiss Me Kate, which - among other extra-dimensional delights - includes fruit bring tossed at the audience, is on tap for 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Charles, 1711 N. Charles St. The film is the last in a series of 3-D films shown, courtesy of the Maryland Film Festival, as part of Free Fall Baltimore. Information: 410-752-8083 or md-filmfest. (SunSpot.net)
The gypsy gadfly returns Oct 13, 2007
Next year he will direct Kiss Me Kate there. "It is quite a big thing for an Aussie director to get that gig, you know," he says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Fabulous 50s Oct 10, 2007
They say you can tell a woman's age by the tunes her eyes grow misty at, so it's a bit of a giveaway if I confess to snivelling over the songs from Kiss me Kate or Oklahoma. or My Fair Lady. (Guardian Unlimited)
Breglio earns Medal of Honor Aug 30, 2007
Aug. 29, 2007, 4:00pm PT. Actors Fund will honor 'Chorus Line' producer. (Variety)
BROADWAY: Grease Aug 20, 2007
The strength of choreographer-director Marshall's staging -- whether it's her revivals of "Wonderful Town" and "The Pajama Game" or her spirited dance numbers in "Kiss Me Kate" -- has been her knack for injecting buoyancy into potentially creaky material. She has consistently bucked the overmined trend toward condescending irony, refreshingly presenting period pieces at face value. (Variety)
PCPA opens ‘Urinetown, the Musical’ Aug 17, 2007
PCPA opens Urinetown, the Musical. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT. (Santa Maria Times)
What the Heck? Aug 13, 2007
Vol. 12, Issue 224 - Sunday, August 12, 2007. Type search,hit 'Return. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
New York actress, ECU grad returns for starring role Aug 4, 2007
" This is his second Carolinian Shakespeare Festival; he played murderer number 3 in "Macbeth" last year. But Lewis is no stranger to the stage. The Vanceboro native has been active in the New Bern Community Theater since he was 12. "My chorus teacher at the time was doing 'Kiss Me Kate' at the New Bern Civic Theater," he said. "She took the class to a dress rehearsal. I feel in love with theater that night. (The Daily Reflector)
Highs and lows for Langham Aug 3, 2007
He eventually sobered up and a drink and drug-free Langham began to rebuild his reputation during the 1990s, writing and appearing in Kiss Me Kate and Bremner, Bird And Fortune. But it was not until he appeared in Help and The Thick Of It that he became anything close to a household name. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
I resented dads accuser, says Langhams son Aug 2, 2007
He said he was unable to recall the alleged victim accompanying his father on a trip to Nottingham to film Kiss Me Kate, where he was employed as a runner on the set. He said, Until I saw the photos, I d forgotten she had been there. (ic Wales)
Actor's son 'resented' accuser Aug 1, 2007
He said he was also unable to recall the girl accompanying his father on a trip to Nottingham to film Kiss Me Kate, where he was employed as a runner on the set. The alleged victim has claimed she had sex with the 58-year-old actor in his dressing room as well as at hotels and at his home. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Talk about a Big Break ... Jul 15, 2007
"Everyone was just looking at me, but they were used to me by then. Because I know what it is like to be working at an ice cream store, and now I know what it's like to be on a movie set, and you have to be very grateful for every day you have.'' Blonsky's enthusiasm never once dampened during the six-month shoot in Toronto, which substituted for the streets of Baltimore where John Waters set his story about plump teenager Tracy, who realizes her wildest dream when she's chosen to be on an... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Hairspray star living her dream on the big screen Jul 15, 2007
Being told you look like John Travolta is not a bad thing NIKKI BLONSKY Nikki Blonsky goes from scooping ice cream to snagging lead in a major Hollywood musical Jul 14, 2007 04:30 AM Movie Critic. HOLLYWOODHairspray star Nikki Blonsky is short, hefty and looks like a man. (Toronto Star)
Theater review: Offstage passion explodes onstage in PCPA’s 'Kiss Me, Kate' Jul 13, 2007
Theater review: Offstage passion explodes onstage in PCPA s 'Kiss Me, Kate. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT. (Santa Maria Times)
"Kiss Me Kate" Not Just for Shakespeare Fans Jul 7, 2007
Photo Courtesy of SCERA Center for the ArtsRosanna Ungerman, left, portrays Lilli Vanessi and David Hanson, right, portrays Fred Graham in "Kiss Me Kate," a modern version of Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew," opening tonight at the SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre. "Kiss Me Kate" may be inspired by a Shakespeare play, but you don't have to be a literature buff to enjoy the show opening tonight at the SCERA.. (The Daily Universe, UT)
REVIEW: Red, Hot & Cole fascinating look at a recognized genius Jul 5, 2007
In the second act, the songs are It s De-Lovely, Let s Do It reprise (lyrics by Noel Coward), The Physician, Don t Fence Me In (a really topnotch rendition), Ca, C est L Amour, Friendship and My Heart Belongs to Daddy, plus about 10 more less familiar songs and a medley from Kiss Me Kate ... Many of the show s songs are reminiscent of the Porter shows Anything Goes, Kiss Me Kate, High Society and Can-Can. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Micah and Myq share comic vision Jun 29, 2007
"French Kiss Me Kate: A Fourth of July Musical Extravaganza" plays ImprovBoston tonight and tomorrow. Copyright 2007 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Theater al fresco: Where the stars meet the stars Jun 29, 2007
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'Company' in talks for PBS debut Jun 28, 2007
Company' in talks for PBS debut. Show in negotiations for 'Great Performances. (Variety)
DVD watch: What's in a Cole Porter musical? Jun 26, 2007
DVD watch: What's in a Cole Porter musical. Sign up to receive our free Books e-newsletter and get the top news of the day in your inbox. (USA Today -- Life)
Cole Porters effervescence sparkles in college's summer revue Jun 15, 2007
Advertisement Last updated Thursday, Jun 14, 2007 - 05:14:18 am MST Sierra Vista, Arizona. Cole Porters effervescence sparkles in college's summer revue. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Paper Mill Playhouse unveils season Jun 13, 2007
12, 2007, 12:56pm PT. Schedule includes 'Happy Days,' 'Miracle Worker. (Variety)
Cole Porter tribute on June 22 to benefit Music on the Lawn Jun 13, 2007
Among his best known works are Kiss Me Kate written in 1948 and Anything Goes written in the 1930s. He wrote a number of songs specifically for Ethel Merman and Mary Martin. (Wellsville Daily Reporter, NY)
Shen play wins honors Jun 9, 2007
The school's 2006-07 production of Kiss Me Kate received the Best Production Award from the Schenectady Light Opera Company May 21 ... "She was so convincing at playing a 33-year-old I never once failed to believe she wasn't a mature adult, and that is extremely difficult for most high school students pull off." Kiss Me Kate was performed to sold out audiences in the High School East auditorium for three nights in mid-March ... "Auditions for the drama are held the second week in September and... (Community News Weekly, NY)
Shrew streak Jun 2, 2007
Serving the South Coast of Oregon. By Chip Dombrowski, Entertainment Editor Friday, June 1, 2007 12:00 PM PDT. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Cole Porter gets posthumous star on Hollywood Walk of Fame May 23, 2007
Cole wrote endless, wonderful songs, said actress Anne Jeffreys, who starred in Kiss Me Kate, a Broadway musical for which Porter wrote the music and lyrics. Porter wrote more than 1,500 songs for stage, movies and television, including such standards as Night and Day, Anything Goes and I've Got You Under My Skin. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Actress discovers her Camelot on stage May 14, 2007
SENTINEL LIFESTYLE BLOGS. On Orlando's theme parks. (Orlando Sentinel)
Laughs On Parade May 10, 2007
" Attraction A Plus For Area Doulou said that since St. Pete Beach museums such as Madame Tussaud's wax museum have long since disappeared, the comedy hall and museum will provide a needed attraction. Lee Daniel, assistant director of the St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, called the Comedy Hall of Fame a big plus for the area. Doulou said they discussed the museum with representatives of possible sites in Orlando, St. Augustine, Boston, Philadelphia, San Diego,... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Splash Dance May 8, 2007
" Elder, who has danced on Broadway in such toe-tapping shows as "42nd Street," "Kiss Me Kate" and "Damn Yankees," has never performed in the stage version of the classic 1952 MGM musical, much less danced on slippery surfaces. "Well, once I was in `Hello, Dolly. in an amphitheater when it started to rain during `Before the Parade Passes By. (CTNow.com)
McNally serves 'Deuce' to Broadway May 5, 2007
"I don't think it makes a difference to us in the rehearsal process," agrees helmer Blakemore ("Kiss Me Kate," "Copenhagen"). "But there is the pressure of publicity and expectation.". (Variety)
More of this story Apr 25, 2007
South Shore tradition King Richard s Faire holds talent search as it prepares for its next season. The Patriot Ledger 400 Crown Colony Drive P.O. Box 699159 Quincy, MA 02269-9159 (617) 786-7000. (Brockton Enterprise, MA)
Student actors storm brand new stage Apr 6, 2007
"Kiss Me Kate" is filled with several memorable songs including "I Hate Men" and "Too Darn Hot." ... Tickets for "Kiss Me Kate" are available at the Rhinebeck High School main office or at the box office. (Rhinebeck Gazette Advertiser, NY)
'Curtains' Not A Draw Mar 23, 2007
CURTAINS' NOT A DRAW By CLIVE BARNES - Theater - New York Post Online Edition. Friday, March 23, 2007 Last Update: 09:55 AM EDT. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Bringing up the curtain on Kiss Me Kate Mar 9, 2007
"They got on board with it and that helps. It's more difficult if the kids don't buy into the production early. Myers said more than 80 students came out in December to audition for parts in the play. Rehearsals started right after the Christmas break. We always put everybody to work whether they make the cut as an actor or not, Myers said. There are plenty of needs back stage. Some of the kids who originally try out for performance roles find they like working back stage better and they go on... (Community News Weekly, NY)
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We did Brigadoon, Roberta, Song of Norway, Kiss Me Kate, Guys and Dolls, etcetera, Little still remembers. I worked nearly 24 hours a day directing, producing, scene building, doing costumes and props. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Theater Minis Feb 22, 2007
February 22, 2007 Washington Weekend. OPENING Drama Under the Influence American Century Theater. (Washington Times, DC)
Filmmakers follow in fathers' footsteps Jan 30, 2007
She has replaced original leading ladies in shows such as "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "Kiss Me Kate" and "Urinetown." She gave her all in Elton John's mammoth vampire camp-fest "Lestat" and also in Hal Prince's 1998 "Parade." For both of these she was Tony nominated. Carolee is half of one of B'way's first couples. (Variety)
CARMELLO MIA! Jan 28, 2007
She has often replaced original leading ladies in shows such as "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "Kiss Me Kate" and "Urinetown." She brings her knockout voice and dramatic technique to each endeavor. She gave her all in Elton John's mammoth vampire camp-fest "Lestat" and also in Hal Prince's 1998 "Parade." For both of these she was Tony-nominated. (New York Post -- Gossip)
'Light' flickers dimly Jan 26, 2007
Those were the heady days when this 50-year-plus program burnished its reputation with such titles as All Quiet on the Western Front, A Tale of Two Cities, Macbeth, Hamlet, Pygmalion, Kiss Me Kate, A Doll's House, Little Moon of Alban, Sarah, Plain and Tall, Promise, My Name Is Bill W., What the Deaf Man Heard, The Piano Lesson a list that seemed set to stretch on forever. Except it didn't. (USA Today -- Life)
Liza Minnelli'supcoming appearance Jan 22, 2007
Kravis Center's 15th Anniversary Celebration Gala Benefit/ Back to Back to Broadway with Liza Minnelli and Joel Grey, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach, FL. Entertainment, Community. (The Palm Beach Post)
Broadway/San Diego sets season Jan 22, 2007
Phantoms, gods and Rat Packers are all on tap. By Anne Marie Welsh UNION-TRIBUNE THEATER CRITIC. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Brian Stokes Mitchell takes a break from Broadway and brings his beautiful voice to San Francisco Dec 31, 2006
Saturday, December 30, 2006. Brian Stokes Mitchell, the Broadway star known for his mighty baritone voice and dynamic leading-man performances, was onstage at Davies Hall the other day, fine-tuning a subtle rhythmic detail. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Today in History - Dec. 30 Dec 30, 2006
MSNBC.com's Dara Brown brings you some of the most notable video clips of the year. Experience an audio slide show of the best news, sports and space photos and see readers favorites. (MSNBC -- Race)
'Sound of Music' offers fine singing Dec 4, 2006
Sound of Music' offers fine singing -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY. 3 of 5 Capital Region stories. (Albany Times Union)
Mitchell's affection for Junior Theatre Nov 18, 2006
By Michael L. Greenwald UNION-TRIBUNE. Brian Stokes Mitchell says he still considers himself a character actor despite his huge success as a leading man on Broadway. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Musical echoes bring history to Black Box Oct 27, 2006
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Sterling concert fetes 25 years of song Oct 24, 2006
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Beach raises 'Flags' Oct 14, 2006
" A Winnipeg native He is equally aware, and hopeful, about what "Flags" will do for the perception of American Indians among the general population. A member of the Saulteaux people of Manitoba, which is part of the Anishnaabe nation, Beach grew up in Winnipeg after the age of 8, which is when both his parents died (his mother was hit by a car; his father drowned shortly thereafter). The move to Winnipeg took him out of a situation in which a relative was sexually abusing him, he says, but left... (Newsday -- New York City)
He wants 'director' to be his [title] Oct 4, 2006
He wants 'director' to be his [title. Hoofer goes from being director of '[Title of Show]' to playing one in 'A Chorus Line. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Lynn at center stage Oct 1, 2006
"The Pops concert will be tinged with nostalgia, paying tribute to the old auditorium . Guest artists Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley will perform songs from ``South Pacific" and ``Kiss Me Kate," shows that were popular in 1948. ``We really try to mix things up," Alves said. We know every audience is different. (Boston Globe)
In family of showmen, he made his name in music Sep 25, 2006
Today's Globe Opinion Politics Magazine Education Science NECN Special reports Obituaries. Relatives with Medford's biggest political name rally for one of their own. (Boston Globe -- Local)
PCPA explores new works Sep 23, 2006
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT. in print and online, 24/7. (Santa Maria Times)
You'll find Lindsey Grubbs in theater Aug 21, 2006
It has been nearly five years since 9/11 became shorthand for terror. How did events of that day change your life. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Something for actors to celebrate but no look-at-me stars, please Aug 18, 2006
That was until she saw Hayes Gordon, then newly arrived from America, in Kiss Me Kate on the Sydney stage. She was struck by the passion and integrity of his work. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
'Curtains' Call Aug 11, 2006
Kander and Ebb's likely swan song is nothing if not entertaining. (Kirk McKoy / LAT) (Kirk McKoy / LAT) RELATED Jul 30, 2006. (Los Angeles Times)
THE R-J GOES TO A PARTY: Philharmonic celebrates Independence Day with salute Jul 13, 2006
Mezzo-soprano Juline Gilmore sang "Habanera" from "Carmen" and "So In Love" from "Kiss Me Kate." Fitzpatrick sang "Some Enchanted Evening" from "South Pacific" and impersonator Bill Acosta sang "Coming to America" and "Luck Be a Lady.". The Philharmonic opened the finale, which included fireworks, with the "1812 Overture" and continued with such patriotic favorites as "America the Beautiful" and "Stars and Stripes Forever.". (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
Kings Head has right royal laugh Jul 8, 2006
Wadsworth has starred in Les Miserables, South Pacific, and the Open Airs Kiss Me Kate for which he was nominated for a 1998 Best Actor In A Musical Laurence Olivier Award. The cast also includes William Hoyland (TVs Life On Mars, Bloody Sunday at the Tricycle) as Prince Philip, Alex Bartram as Prince William, Richard Keith as Prince Harry and Katie Beard as Harrys girlfriend Anoushka. (London Theatre Guide)
Summerfair musical involves kids, adults Jun 30, 2006
Frederick will play the lead role, Lois Lane, in PYMT s upcoming production of Kiss Me Kate. Rob Otto plays the General and one of the jitterbugs who scare Dorothy and her three pals. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
‘Kiss Me Kate' misses mark at Cain Park Jun 30, 2006
Kiss Me Kate' misses mark at Cain Park. Production of "Taming of the Shrew is hampered by actress Lilli (Emily Krieger), center, in "Kiss Me Kate ... "A thoroughly enjoyable musical comedy is how New York Times critic Brooks Atkinson described "Kiss Me Kate in 1948. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Listening Post Jun 19, 2006
"Stokes," as he's referred to casually in the notes, has been in a million musicals ("Kiss Me Kate," "Sweeney Todd") and TV shows ("Frasier," "Crossing Jordan"). He makes myriad concert appearances (Carnegie Hall, the San Francisco Symphony). (Buffalo News -- Entertainment)
