Enjoy these Theater Links

There are some excellent things to be read on the internet regarding the New York theater scene this Sunday in July. Enjoy the links and please offer comments and discussion starters (article ideas) if you find any specific item of particular interest to you.

HAIRSPRAY: The Musical Movie Blog provides updated information and links regarding the upcoming movie version of this wildly popular Broadway musical. Broadway and musical movie fans have this potentially wonderful movie to look forward to sometime in the summer or autumn in 2007.

BEST SONGS to Blow out Your Car Stereo is a wonderful discussion thread over at Broadway World. Join the discussion and look for comments by Chanticleer and TRav0708.

The New York Times gives us a wonderful tribute and memory to the musical ANNIE and to the girls who made up the orphan ensemble of this beloved Broadway show. This article coincides with the thirtieth anniversary of the premiere of this show on the great white way.

This interesting New York Times article details the marketing strategies currently being used by Producers to maximize the earning potential of their Broadway and Off-Broadway offerings. No one can beat the in depth and well-researched staff at the Times in their coverage of theater.

Patrick Swayze will make his delayed West End debut in the oft-revived 1950 Tony Award Winning Best Musical: Guys and Dolls. I’m sure that this is fabulous production.

You must read this profile of Michael Berresse who will portray Zach in the upcoming Broadway revival of “A Chorus Line.” I have seen Berresse perform in several shows, and he is always outstanding.

It is always interesting to look at ticket sales to Broadway shows. Last week marked the final performances of DOUBT and THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA.

Broadway.yahoo.com has wonderful video from Jersey Boys the 2006 winner for best musical. Watch and enjoy!