5/13/2022
Performances and Artists /
Broadway Las Vegas
When Jenn Thompson landed the role of Pepper in the original Broadway production of “Annie,” she felt like she had “hit the lottery,” she says.
“It was every little girl actress’ dream to be a part of this astounding, moving, mega-hit musical,” Thompson remembers of taking on the rollicking musical numbers in this female-driven production.
Now she will help tell Little Orphan Annie’s story on stage again – only this time, as director of the Broadway musical’s national tour.
5/12/2022
Broadway Las Vegas /
Performances and Artists
When Tony-winning Director Diane Paulus first approached Alanis Morissette about adapting her iconic “Jagged Little Pill” album into a musical, Paulus had grandiose ideas in mind.
“I did say, ‘I feel like your album is epic, and we have to do something epic theatrically,’” says Paulus, who also directed beloved musical “Waitress.” “There are many people who want to live inside ‘Jagged Little Pill,’ with the visceral nature of this music.”
5/6/2022
Broadway Las Vegas /
Performances and Artists
Performing in smash Broadway musical “The Prom,” Kalyn West genuinely feels she’s making a difference.
“We know that we are telling a really important story, and what we do directly affects people’s lives for the better,” says West, who performed in the original Broadway show, and now costars as Alyssa Greene in the musical’s national tour. “That’s really special.”
4/27/2022
Broadway Las Vegas
As an older and wiser season-ticket holder, I’m happy to pass along some gems of wisdom for current and potential season subscribers to consider.
3/25/2022
Broadway Las Vegas
In fact, Annie actually goes back even further to 1970. That’s when Martin Charnin, lyricist and director, paged through a coffee table book titled Arf! The Life and Hard Times of Little Orphan Annie.
3/24/2022
Broadway Las Vegas /
Performances and Artists
“I consider this our strongest season yet,” says Paul Beard, Smith Center programming advisor. Read below about why The Smith Center selected these thrilling productions.
3/23/2022
Broadway Las Vegas /
Performances and Artists
Attending Las Vegas Academy of the Performing Arts (LVA) gave Hiu the artistic foundation that helped him thrive as a double major in musical theater and dance at Montclair State University, eventually launching his career.
1/31/2022
Performances and Artists /
Broadway Las Vegas
Broadway musical phenomenon “Hamilton” has swept the nation with its Grammy-winning score by Lin-Manuel Miranda and its groundbreaking diverse cast, reflecting the nation’s legacy as a melting pot. Many are eager to enjoy this hotly anticipated show on our stage — but how well do they know the real story of Alexander Hamilton?
12/20/2021
Performances and Artists /
Broadway Las Vegas
“I tended to think that ‘My Fair Lady’ had come to be dominated by (Henry) Higgins, and I felt we had to re-center the piece around the person who you really follow in the plot, who is Eliza,” says Sher, who directed the Lincoln Center Theater production of the musical now touring the country, which heads to The Smith Center January 25 to 30.
11/12/2021
Broadway Las Vegas /
Performances and Artists
Playwright Jack Thorne’s adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” is staged unlike any other version of this story before it. The critically acclaimed, Tony Award-winning production — originally conceived and directed by Matthew Warchus — is as beautiful and enchanting as you would expect a holiday extravaganza to be.