Rooney began writing for Variety in 1991. He became a film reviewer for the trade in 1994. The Australia-born Rooney is new to the New York theatre scene. He only moved to the city in 2003, after stays in Sydney, London and Rome. He would also appear to be new to the world of theatre. Over the last decade, he has covered the major international film festivals for Variety, including those at Cannes, Venice and Rotterdam. He has also managed movie art houses in Sydney and London.
Kelly Clarkson hosts the annual holiday tree-lighting celebration.
Whoopi Goldberg will step into the role of Miss Hannigan beginning December 11.
Warner Bros. TV and Magnolia Hill have joined forces on the project.
David Cromer and Caitlin Sullivan will direct the co-production for Playwrights Horizons, Vineyard Theatre, and Goodman Theatre.
Tony-winning playwright David Adjmi is no stranger to copyright cases, having previously won a case over his Three's Company inspired play.
With 12 more shows for theatregoers to choose from, this year's Thanksgiving week grosses beat last year's by more than 33%.
The new musical is celebrating the box office opening at the Nederlander with an offer for fans to get $20 tickets, harkening back to Rent's first-of-its-kind ticket lottery.
The two actors on expanding the definition of a leading man, and if Buddy the Elf would be at home in Lord of the Rings.
The Tony-winning production continues its record-breaking run at the Ambassador Theatre.
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