The Cool Cap Club And Broadway

Broadway and  the Cool Cap ClubIf you’re a lover of the theater (and if you’ve ever ordered tickets from the Cool Cap Club) then you’re already well aware that some of the best shows ever produced have originated on Broadway. People travel from far and wide to visit the theater district in New York where this exciting world thrives. Broadway is most well known as being the Great White Way and you don’t know what you’re missing if you haven’t been fortunate enough to enjoy a show yet.

Show productions are oftentimes musical and they’re very high caliber and well done to say the least. The sets are very elaborate and the quality of acting and singing is top notch. Due to the tremendous popularity of these shows it should be no surprise that touring companies set off to tour at theatres across the country and even across the borders. Once a show has finished its run on Broadway it heads off to entertain in cities everywhere so it can reach an even higher wider audience range.

If you’re looking for your favorite show you will most likely want to get online and check out your local theatre. Whether you’re in San Diego, Chicago, or even up in Toronto, you will probably be pleasantly surprised at the options that you find. You’ll be able to find upcoming schedules, ticket prices, and production managers. Shows that are touring are done spectacularly and you’ll oftentimes find that they’re just as well done as those on Broadway itself.  Productions companies like Dancap Productions pride themselves on their shows and their quality of performance.

It really doesn’t matter what your age is when it comes to Broadway shows. Whether you like a good comedy, a drama, a love story, or a thriller, there’s something for everyone.  Teens are usually hooked once they walk through the doors of a spectacular theater, as are those who have been watching for their entire lifetime. There’s something culturally stimulating about a great costumes. It’s the clothes, the talent, and the atmosphere all combined into one that makes it all so incredible.

So here at the Cool Cap club we’re all about keeping you updated at what’s going on in the world of theater. We love to let you know what’s new, who’d starring in the latest and greatest, and even when tickets are available at low prices. When you’re aware of what’s going on in the NY theater district, you’re going to be able to prepare for what’s soon to arrive in your local theater so you can plan for your incoming tour.

And just what it is that we like about hats? Well, we truly believe that there’s nothing more fun than a great theater hat to make an amazing show even better.  While the true classic is the stunning Top Hat, there are others that are just as stunning. The Dexter and the Boater have some well deserved distinction of their own and there’s always a place for a great Derby hat.

So, if you’re a hat lover like we are then feel free to share your favorites with us. We’re always up for a great picture of your favorite hat!  At the Cool Cap Club not only do we love a great show but we love a great hat too!

 

 

Fans Name Lea Michele and More Best Dressed at Glee’s Prom

By Broadway.com Staff

Glee‘s McKinley High crew recently stepped out for high school’s biggest night: the senior prom! In celebration of the dinosaur-themed affair, Broadway.com asked readers which Glee gal they thought was the best dressed at prom. Rachel (Lea Michele), who delivered a soulful rendition of Fergie’s “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” earned the top honor with a strong 56% of votes.

Fellow graduating senior Quinn (Dianna Agron) earned the runner-up position with 16% of votes, while Santana (Naya Rivera) landed in third place with 12% of votes.

Thanks for voting and happy prom season!

Christopher J. Hanke Joins Broadway Cast Members Patrick Breen and Luke MacFarlane in The Normal Heart Tour

By Broadway.com Staff

How to Succeed vet Christopher J. Hanke will join cast members from the 2011 Tony Award-winning revival of Larry Kramer’s The Normal Heart in the show’s upcoming national tour. The production, helmed by Broadway co-director George C. Wolfe, will begin at Arena Stage in Washington D.C., where it will run June 8 to July 29. Further casting will be announced shortly.

Broadway cast members Patrick Breen, who played Mickey Marcus on Broadway, will lead the cast as AIDS activist Ned Weeks (played on Broadway by Joe Mantello). Luke MacFarlane, who played Craig Donner/Grady on Broadway, will now play Ned’s lover Felix Turner (a role for which John Benjamin Hickey won a 2011 Tony Award). Hanke will join the cast as Tommy Boatwright, the role played on Broadway by Jim Parsons.

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Peter and the Starcatcher, Starring Adam Chanler-Berat, Celia Keenan-Bolger and Christian Borle, Opens on Broadway

By Broadway.com Staff

Peter and the Starcatcher takes flight as the whimsical Peter Pan prequel opens at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre on April 15. Co-directed by Roger Rees and Alex Timbers, the show stars Adam Chanler-Berat, Christian Borle and Celia Keenan-Bolger.

A slew of stars are expected to attend the opening night performance including Academy Award winner Marisa Tomei, Smash’s Debra Messing, Will Chase and Leslie Odom Jr., Harvey Keitel, two-time Tony winners Katie Finneran and Tom Kitt, Tony winner B.D. Wong and Laura Benanti, Newsies star Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Evita‘s Max von Essen, four-time Tony nominee Tovah Feldshuh, three-time Tony nominee Sherie Renee Scott, Tony nominees Gavin Creel and Arian Moayed, Bonnie and Clyde alum Laura Osnes, Now. Here. This. stars Susan Blackwell and Heidi Blickenstaff, The Addams Family alum Brooke Shields, as well as comedians Lisa Lampanelli and Susie Essman.

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Sierra Boggess on Her ‘Difficult Decision’ to Leave Rebecca for Prince of Broadway

By Josh Ferri at broadway.com

Sierra Boggess is no longer headed to Manderlay in the upcoming musical adaptation of Rebecca. Even after producers of the delayed show announced the production was back on track for a fall Broadway opening, Boggess opted not to continue with the project. Instead she’ll star in the ensemble musical Prince of Broadwaywhich pays tribute to the legendary career of director Hal Prince. Broadway.com recently caught up with Boggess to discuss her decision to move on to the new project.