Rob McClure is gearing up to star in Chaplin on August 21 at the Barrymore Theatre, and we’ve got a sneak peek of the new musical! See McClure and the cast perform selections from Chaplin and chat about the show.
Watch Rob McClure’s Cane-Swinging, Tightrope-Walking Chaplin Metamorphosis
Eight shows a week, Chaplin star Rob McClure transforms into the Little Tramp at the Barrymore Theatre. Broadway.com went to his dressing room to find out why “there’s nothing more rewarding” than portraying the legendary icon.
November 7, 2012
Hedda’s Headlines: Backstage at Chaplin with Jenn Colella, Episode 8: ‘The Best Day Ever!’
On the very last episode of Hedda’s Headlines, video blogger Jenn Colella and her Chaplin castmates sing Broadway.com a freestyle love song, document a hilarious backstage emergency and pretty much have “the best day ever!”
October 18, 2012
Hedda’s Headlines: Backstage at Chaplin with Jenn Colella, Episode 7: 'Knock 'Em Dead! Cry a Lot! Enjoy!'
Chaplin video blogger Jenn Colella takes Broadway.com backstage of the Barrymore to show us how being a swing is the hardest job ever! Find out who's being put in for who and what Erin Mackey considers to be her hidden talent!
October 11, 2012
Hedda’s Headlines: Backstage at Chaplin with Jenn Colella, Episode 6: Broadway Road Trip!
Broadway.com video blogger Jenn Colella hops in the bus with her castmates for a Chaplin road trip! The crew heads to Philadelphia and makes a pit stop at Rob McClure’s house for some serious video gaming.
October 5, 2012
What's Black & White and Broadway All Over? Costume Designer Amy Clark on Chaplin's Stark Look
Costume designer Amy Clark gives Broadway.com an inside peek at original sketches, swatches and concepts for Chaplin’s glamorous black-and-white wardrobe, and pays a tearful tribute to her late collaborator and mentor, Martin Pakledinaz.
October 3, 2012
Hedda’s Headlines: Backstage at Chaplin with Jenn Colella, Episode 5: A Pie-Filled Birthday Extravaganza!
Chaplin video blogger Jenn Colella takes Broadway.com behind the scenes at a very important event—her birthday! Colella stops by Rob McClure’s dressing room for pie, puppetry, flying moustaches and more.
September 28, 2012
Chaplin's Wayne Alan Wilcox Shares a Brotherly Letter & Backstage 'Reggae' Wisdom
In Chaplin, Wayne Alan Wilcox may play Charlie’s pragmatic brother Sydney, but offstage, he’s an art-loving, ginger tea-toting cheerleader for his Broadway castmates. Check out his cozy backstage home at the Barrymore Theatre!
September 26, 2012
Hedda’s Headlines: Backstage at Chaplin with Jenn Colella, Episode 4: Cast Confessions!
In this week’s episode of Hedda’s Headlines, Chaplin vlogger Jenn Colella gets the scoop on co-stars Erin Mackey, Christiane Noll, Zachary Unger and more! See Colella become a real-life reporter backstage at the Barrymore Theatre.
September 20, 2012
Behind the Music: Chaplin Composer & Lyricist Christopher Curtis
Chaplin composer Christopher Curtis plays “The Tramp Shuffle” and more hits from the new musical, shares stories of meeting Chaplin’s son and recounts what inspired him to create the silent film-era tuner.
September 18, 2012
Hedda’s Headlines: Backstage at Chaplin with Jenn Colella, Episode 3: An Opening Night Extravaganza!
It’s opening night! This week, Chaplin video blogger Jenn Colella takes Broadway.com behind the scenes at the Barrymore Theatre for fancy fashion tips, Guinness cupcakes and a front row seat to the Gypsy Robe ceremony.
September 13, 2012
Lights, Camera, Action! Celebrate Opening Night With Rob McClure & the Cast of Chaplin
Chaplin has arrived on Broadway, starring Rob McClure, Jenn Colella, Erin Mackey, Christiane Noll and more. Get a front row seat to opening night at the Barrymore Theatre!
September 11, 2012
Did Our Word of Mouth Panelists Fall in Love With the True Hollywood Story of Chaplin?
The new musical Chaplin is bringing the silent film era to Broadway, starring Rob McClure as the legendary screen icon. Find out if new Broadway.com Word of Mouth panelists Elissa, Yiping and Brian enjoyed their bittersweet journey to Hollywood.
September 10, 2012
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