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Andrew Lloyd Webber: Tribute to a Superstar
NBC celebrates Andrew Lloyd Webber's 70th birthday with "Andrew Lloyd Webber Tribute to a Superstar" on March 28th at 10 PM ET. The special features a conversation and reflections with Lloyd Webber, alongside Sunset Boulevard Tony winner Glenn Close, John…
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Olympus Has Fallen
Action, Thriller
A terrorist leader takes control of the White House ("Olympus") and kidnaps the President. Mike Banning, a former Presidential Guard who was dishonorably discharged, is trapped inside the building as the country's top security experts struggle to regain control. With…
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Cradle Will Rock
Drama
During the politically turbulent 1930s, a daring leftist musical aims to challenge American society through art. But the work encounters strong opposition from powerful political figures and conservative groups determined to suppress its message. The story explores freedom of expression,…
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An Evening with Liza Minnelli
Music
This concert film captures Liza Minnelli's remarkable performance at the New Orleans Theatre of the Performing Arts on November 24, 1979. The footage documents two shows featuring a mix of classic songs and unexpected choices, showcasing her vocal talent and…
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Harry Connick Jr.: In Concert on Broadway
Following a highly successful, sold-out 15-day Broadway run, *Harry Connick, Jr. In Concert on Broadway* is now available. Critics and audiences alike were captivated by the show. For two decades, Harry Connick, Jr. Has established himself as one of the…
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My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies
On September 28, 1998, a collection of prominent musical theater performers, including Marin Mazzie, Judy Kuhn, and Audra McDonald, performed their signature songs at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Julie Andrews hosted the performance. Highlights included Liza Minnelli's rendition…
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John Leguizamo's Latin History for Morons
Comedy
John Leguizamo stars in a compelling Broadway show where he explores 3,000 years of Latin American history. The performance follows Leguizamo as he connects his son's experiences with bullying to his own family's heritage. He blends humor and heartfelt moments…
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Broadway's Lost Treasures III: The Best of The Tony Awards
Tony Award winners Tommy Tune, Carol Channing, Robert Goulet, and Harvey Fierstein host this third collection of memorable musical moments from Tony Award broadcasts. Featuring 23 performances by legendary stars from iconic Broadway shows, these clips are now considered classics.
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Staying Alive
Drama, Music
Five years after disco's peak, Tony Manero still pursues his dream of dancing. He now aims for Broadway, facing a tougher challenge than Saturday night competitions. This coming-of-age story follows Tony’s determination and passion as he navigates the competitive world…
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Richard Rodgers: The Sweetest Sounds
Richard Rodgers was one of America's most prolific musical composers, writing over 900 songs for more than 70 shows throughout a seven-decade career – a record unmatched in theatrical history. His collaborations with lyricists like Lorenz Hart and Oscar Hammerstein…
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Les Misérables: 10th Anniversary Concert at the Royal Albert Hall
The original stars of the London and Broadway productions reunite for a special gala performance of Les Misérables at London's Royal Albert Hall. Featuring a 150-voice chorus and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the event showcases the Tony Award-winning score performed…
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Lisa Picard Is Famous
A documentarian profiles New York actress Lisa Picard, anticipating a breakthrough. Instead, he captures Lisa’s ongoing, often funny, challenges in pursuing acting. The film also explores the complicated dynamic between Lisa and her best friend Tate, whose off-Broadway one-man show…
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The Pirates of Penzance
Music, Comedy, Adventure
This recording from the Broadway Theater Archive captures a live 1980 performance of "Pirates of Penzance" in Central Park. Unlike the 1983 film starring Linda Ronstadt and Kevin Kline, this video offers an unvarnished look at the classic musical. While…
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A Benefit Celebration: A Tribute to Angela Lansbury
A star-studded gala at the Majestic Theatre on Broadway, held November 17, 1996, honored Tony Award-winning actress Angela Lansbury. The event benefited the American Foundation for AIDS Research (AmFAR) and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. A longtime supporter of AmFAR and…
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Kristin Chenoweth: Coming Home
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth, known for her work in theater ("You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown," "Wicked," and "On the Twentieth Century"), television ("Pushing Daisies," "Glee," "The West Wing"), and film ("Descendants," "The Boy Next…
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Bullets Over Broadway
Comedy, Crime
Young playwright David Shayne gets funding from gangster Nick Valenti for his new play. Nick's girlfriend, Olive, takes on the role of a psychiatrist in the production, surprisingly securing the part despite her inexperience, much to David's frustration. As the…
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De-Lovely
Drama, Music
The lives of composer Cole Porter and his wife, Linda Lee Thomas, were always glamorous and unconventional, spanning from Paris to Venice to Broadway and Hollywood. Cole's passionate pursuit of life often challenged their marriage, but Linda remained his constant…
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Johnny Mercer: The Dream's on Me
This documentary celebrates the 100th anniversary of Mercer's birth by blending biography, archival footage, and fresh perspectives on his work. It features contemporary artists like Jamie Cullum and Dr. John performing Mercer's songs, demonstrating their enduring appeal. Clint Eastwood hosts,…
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Sophisticated Ladies
This performance video features the timeless songs of jazz legend Duke Ellington, brought to life on stage. "Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies" captures a production based on the popular Broadway revue, showcasing over two dozen of Ellington's most beloved compositions. The…
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Leonard Soloway's Broadway
Leonard Soloway's Broadway uses documentary footage, humorous anecdotes, interviews, and archival film to reveal a side of Broadway rarely seen – through the perspective of a legendary producer most people have never heard of. He lived an unconventional life, staging…
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The Outrageous Sophie Tucker
This is the story of Sophie Tucker, a legendary performer who dominated vaudeville, Broadway, radio, television, and Hollywood throughout the 20th century. Before stars like Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Bette Midler, Marilyn Monroe, and Mae West, Sophie Tucker was the…
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Broadway's Lost Treasures II
The Tony Awards broadcast is the only filmed record of Broadway's finest performances, offering viewers a front-row experience. This second collection highlights a stunning lineup of stars and musical moments. Lauren Bacall, Bebe Neuwirth, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and Jerry Orbach…
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Wrestling with Angels: Playwright Tony Kushner
Freida Lee Mock's film chronicles the life and career of playwright Tony Kushner. The documentary follows Kushner from 2001 to 2004, a period encompassing his production of "Homebody/Kabul," his involvement in John Kerry's presidential campaign, his marriage to Mark Harris,…
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Jagged Live In NYC: A Broadway Reunion Concert
After a nearly ten-month separation, the Broadway cast of *Jagged Little Pill*, which received fifteen Tony Award nominations, is reuniting for a live concert in New York City! Featuring Kathryn, Celia, Derek, Sean, Lauren, Elizabeth, Antonio, and others alongside the…
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In the Heights: Chasing Broadway Dreams
Achieving success in New York City is a difficult feat, a reality the creators of *In the Heights* understand well. This ambitious, diverse team of largely unknown artists and performers aspired to Broadway, yet recognized the significant risk of presenting…
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Merely Marvelous: The Dancing Genius of Gwen Verdon
Merely Marvelous celebrates the career and life of Gwen Verdon, one of Broadway's most celebrated dancers. Facing challenges like childhood illness, navigating the Hollywood system, and enduring difficult marriages, including to choreographer Bob Fosse, she achieved multiple Tony Awards. The…
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Holbrook/Twain: An American Odyssey
Hal Holbrook's portrayal of Mark Twain is a celebrated fixture of American theater. Since debuting the one-man show "Mark Twain Tonight!" In 1954, Holbrook has performed for millions across the United States and internationally, including appearances before five U.S. Presidents…
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Bernadette Peters: A Special Concert
This one-night-only benefit concert features Broadway legend Bernadette Peters, a three-time Tony Award winner. During the event, Peters and Broadway/television star Michael Urie share insights about the concert and backstage stories. Originally performed in 2009 at the Minskoff Theatre, the…
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Broadway Danny Rose
Comedy, Drama
Danny Rose, an eager but often clumsy talent manager, tries to succeed in New York's competitive entertainment scene. While searching for opportunities to revive the career of his aging lounge singer client, Lou Canova, Danny unintentionally gets involved with organized…
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Lights! Camera! Annie! The Making of a Major Hollywood Musical
This film explores the creation of the 1982 movie *Annie*. It details how the story was adapted from the original Broadway musical, the decision to hire director John Huston, the extensive search for the actress who would play Annie, the…
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ShowBusiness: The Road to Broadway
"ShowBusiness: The Road to Broadway" is an American documentary film directed by Dori Berinstein, a Broadway producer, writer, and filmmaker. Berinstein filmed each of the four principal musicals on Broadway during the 2003-2004 season, accumulating approximately 600 hours of footage.…
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New York Philharmonic New Year's Eve: Bernstein on Broadway
Celebrate the New Year and Leonard Bernstein's 100th anniversary with a Broadway celebration. Tony winner Annaleigh Ashford, Christopher Jackson from Hamilton, Laura Osnes of Cinderella, and Aaron Tveit from Next to Normal star in classic Bernstein musicals like West Side…
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Broadway: The Golden Age, by the Legends Who Were There
Broadway: The Golden Age is a comprehensive film exploring America's most celebrated theatrical tradition. Award-winning filmmaker Rick McKay filmed over 100 of the greatest stars from Broadway and Hollywood. He discovered that while films and literature can be restored, historic…
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Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me
At eighty-seven, Broadway icon Elaine Stritch continues to captivate. This revealing documentary follows the uncompromising Tony and Emmy winner both performing and living, featuring interviews with Tina Fey, Nathan Lane, Hal Prince, and others. *Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me* combines rare…
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Idina Menzel Live: Barefoot at the Symphony
The acclaimed stage musical performer, known to many from the TV show 'Glee', is captured live in concert in Toronto. Recorded at Koerner Hall, part of Toronto's Royal Conservatory of Music, the performance features songs from stage musicals and classical…
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Springsteen on Broadway
Music, Documentary
Bruce Springsteen offers a rare look into his life in this intimate film. He shares personal stories alongside acoustic performances of his most famous songs. The film provides an exclusive glimpse into the struggles, successes, and inspirations behind the music…