* One rude turn deserves a swat Nov 17, 2009
Patti LuPone, too, has recently garnered some of the most enthusiastic ovations of her career for stopping shows to publicly berate people for similar offenses. Celebrities have also been on the receiving end. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Today in History Sep 25, 2009
In 1979, the Andrew Lloyd Webber-Tim Rice musical "Evita," starring Patti LuPone as Eva Peron, opened on Broadway. In 1981, Sandra Day O'Connor was sworn in as the first female justice on the Supreme Court. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Wandering gypsy has world as her stage Jul 3, 2009
Patti Lupone loves nothing more than performing in front of an audience - just don't let her catch you asleep in the front row, writes Bryce Hallett. Arresting ways Patti Lupone, who will perform in Sydney this month in a cabaret of sorts with her friend and fellow performer Mandy Patinkin ... "THEATRE is an accident waiting to happen," Patti Lupone says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Universal Studios Hollywood, The Entertainment Capital of L.A., Lights Up the Stage With 'Creature from The Black Lagoon - A Raging Rockin' Show,' A Broadway-Level Contemporary, Musical Adaptation of Universal's Cult Horror Film Jul 1, 2009
"Creature from the Black Lagoon - A Raging Rockin' Show" is being realized for the stage by Universal Creative and an award-winning theatrical production team drawing from the best of Broadway that includes, Tony Award-nominated Director and Choreographer Lynne Taylor-Corbett, whose credits include Footloose, starring Kevin Bacon, Bewitched, starring Nicole Kidman and Broadway's "Swing!"; Scenic Designer James Youmans, whose credits include Broadway's "West Side Story" and "Gypsy," starring... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
"I've spent the last five days crying in Argentina Jun 25, 2009
Just to "Don't Cry for Me, Argentina": "I had to change/I chose freedom/Running around, trying everything new." Better yet, pay homage as Broadway diva Patti Lupone sings them, below. (But first, listen to "Sing to Your Senorita," from the musical "Down Argentine Way". (Salon)
Wistful songwriter learns about life on Broadway Jun 19, 2009
For more than a decade musical theatre's cognoscenti, including Liza Minnelli, Barbara Cook, Kristin Chenoweth, Andrea Marcovicci and Patti LuPone, have embraced Bucchino's tender melodies, soaring harmonies and poetic lyrics - all have performed and/or recorded his songs, as have Art Garfunkel and Judy Collins. "Getting a show on Broadway was a huge learning curve," Bucchino says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Pacific scoops seven Tonys May 6, 2009
Patti LuPone received a rousing ovation as she won the actress-musical prize for her performance as Rose, an indomitable stage mother. "It's such a wonderful gift to be an actor who makes her living on the Broadway stage and then every 30 years or so picks up one of these," said LuPone. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The model as muse May 5, 2009
Trying to remember a certain A-list actress who's a fan of his couture, he said: " 'Sex and the City' girl. Blond. Kim Cattrall." Valvo, who's also dressed Queen Latifah, Patti Lupone, and Lucy Liu, showed off his label at the Liberty Hotel the other night as part of a benefit for Ovations for the Cure, an ovarian cancer research organization. Spa magnate Gretchen Monahan, a regular on "Tim Gunn's Guide to Style" gabbed about Gunn - and "Project Runway" - before the show. (Boston Globe)
City Beat (32) May 4, 2009
An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin theater concert featuring the two Tony-winning Broadway legends is at PlayhouseSquare s Palace Theatre through May 17. (See p. 26. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Judges Apologize To Susan Boyle Apr 19, 2009
Then came a big surprise for Boyle and Early Show viewers: Waiting to talk to her by phone was Broadway legend and Tony Award winner Patti LuPone, who first sang "I Dreamed A Dream" in 1985, in London's West End. She said Boyle's performance brought her to tears. (CBS News)
Surprise For Sudden Star, On Early Show Apr 18, 2009
Singer Susan Boyle Gets To Chat With Patti LuPone, Who First Did Hit "I Dreamed A Dream" ... And little did she know that the broadcast would put her in touch with Tony Award winner and Broadway legend Patti LuPone, who first did the hit that made Boyle famous, overnight. (CBS News)
'Boyle is not a very good singer and everybody should calm down'... Apr 18, 2009
It is good when we see someone get to express their "song' and have it recognized and appreciated, whatever it is. Maybe she will not win the whole thing, maybe she will never sing on note again, but that one shining moment was HERS... don't rain on her parade. It lessens you as a human being. Rico said: I thought she was great and I think she showed alot of class as well. People can just simply amaze you sometimes no matter what they look like. We all need a chance sometimes and I'm glad she... (The Drudge Report)
Time for a little R-E-S-P-E-C-T for the local stars Mar 29, 2009
In legit theater meaning equity productions like Patti LuPone in the just-closed Broadway revival of "Gypsy" the star is why you go see a show. LuPone is the essence of a Broadway diva who has earned above-the-title billing because her presence and prowess move tickets. (Honolulu Advertiser)
A LITTLE BIT WICKED Mar 29, 2009
Foreshadowing her show queen appeal, she reports that her high school boyfriend had "model good looks," liked to shop and helped design her prom dress (one suspects he went on to other crushes -- Ethel Merman, Patti LuPone, Hugh Jackman). She was on the beauty pageant circuit for awhile, but never nabbed a crown. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Point Foundation Announces Recipients of Courage, Inspiration and Legend Awards Mar 11, 2009
He has directed plays and musicals for the theater, among them I Can Get It For You Wholesale, Invitation to a March, Anyone Can Whistle, The Enclave, The Madwoman of Central Park West, Birds of Paradise, three revivals of Gypsy (Angela Lansbury, Tyne Daly, Patti LuPone) and La Cage aux Folles (1984). He is currently directing West Side Story opening on Broadway at the Palace Theatre March 19, 2009. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Out Of My Way! Mar 6, 2009
Patti LuPone (above), who most recently starred in "Gypsy," says Hizzoner's plan to close Broadway to vehicles from 47th to 42nd streets will impede her ability to get to the theater. "I don't know how I'm going to get to work. Excuse me, I've got a show - move over! What am I gonna do?" she tells BlogTalkRadio host Shaun Daily. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Michael Jackson Passes Medical Tests, Will Announce New Concerts... Mar 4, 2009
Last year, Laurents directed Patti Lupone in a revival of another of his shows, Gypsy. I can t tell you too much about WSS just yet except that the theater was full and the audience loved the show. (The Drudge Report)
'Souvenir' star says it feels good to sing badly Feb 13, 2009
" In addition to her Broadway roles, she has starred around the country in "Gypsy," "The Sound of Music," "Man of La Mancha" and "Sweeney Todd," in which she learned to play the tuba as a replacement for Patti LuPone in the Broadway revival. Kaye can also be heard on such CDs as "Diva by Diva," an homage to her fellow Broadway stars, and "Songs From the Silver Screen. " Her screen credits are minimal; Kaye admits she's a stage animal. "You sort of go with your strengths," she says, "and I think... (San Francisco Chronicle)
List of winners Feb 10, 2009
Classical Album: "Weill: Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny," James Conlon, conductor; Anthony Dean Griffey, Patti LuPone and Audra McDonald; Fred Vogler, producer (Donnie Ray Albert, John Easterlin, Steven Humes, Mel Ulrich and Robert Worle; Los Angeles Opera Chorus; Los Angeles Opera Orchestra) (EuroArts) ... Opera Recording: "Weill: Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny," James Conlon, conductor; Anthony Dean Griffey, Patti LuPone and Audra McDonald; Fred Vogler, producer (Donnie Ray... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Award winners Feb 8, 2009
Classical Album: Weill: Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny, James Conlon, conductor; Anthony Dean Griffey, Patti LuPone and Audra McDonald; Fred Vogler, producer (Donnie Ray Albert, John Easterlin, Steven Humes, Mel Ulrich and Robert Worle; Los Angeles Opera Chorus; Los Angeles Opera Orchestra) (EuroArts) ... Opera Recording: Weill: Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny, James Conlon, conductor; Anthony Dean Griffey, Patti LuPone and Audra McDonald; Fred Vogler, producer (Donnie Ray Albert,... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
