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The Reality of Broadway, column by Frank Conway*
I have to admit that I am not a fan of American Idol. In fact, I call it American Yodel. No one ever sings just one note. They warble and wail and riff all around it. I thought it was a fad that would fade away, but I was wrong. The country is fixated on American Idol, and Broadway has taken notice.
Broadway Stars Give Back to the Community: Revolucion Latina
Revolucion Latina is a non profit organization aimed at providing underprivileged youths in New York City artistic empowerment through free workshops, classes, and seminars.
Heightened Exposure: In The Heights
In the Heights celebrates the breakthrough of a predominately Latino cast making it on Broadway, sharing the story of social struggles in Washington Heights.
Broadway Babies
Broadway Babies – Is there a career in acting after Broadway child stardom? Follow Billy Elliot, Annie, The Wiz, Daniel Radcliff… during their Broadway moment.
VIP – Vivian Nixon
Movmnt highlights one VIP dancer each season. In our spring 2007 issue, we salute Vivian Nixon who is a talented dancer and performer.
And the Gypsy of the Year Goes to… The Lion King Castmembers
The Gypsy of the Year rewards every fall to the cast of a Broadway show for best performance that follows a fundraising for Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights Aids.
42nd Speak – Blake Bashoff, Spring Awakening
Movmnt talks with Blake Bashoff castmember of the Tony Awards winning sensation for a generation: Spring Awakening.
42nd Speak – Part 2 – Christine Estabrook, Spring Awakening
Movmnt’s Broadway Interview Series: 42nd Speak. Spring Awakening, the break out musical with eight win out of eleven 2007 TONY nominations. Part 2: Christine Estabrook.
MSA Dance Day – Tips and Toes
MSA’s Dance Day gives a good feel of today’s need in the dance world. Perfect to see and be seen whether you’re a caster or a dancer in quest of the ideal gig.
Interview with Andy Blankenbuehler, In The Heights Choreographer
The key to the success of In the Height is its authenticity. This is how the choreographer of the show, Andy Blankenbuehler descibe his creative quest. As part of movmnt’s cover story with the cast of the Musical that spices up broadway this year, Jayzel Samonte took the time to interview Andy just a few weeks before he won his Tony for best choreography.
