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jambands.comAllman Brothers Band to Return to the Beacon ?jambands.com... Band moved its annual run of New York shows to the United Palace Theater earlier this year after the Beacon booked Cirque du Soleil's Banana Shpeel. ...
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Matfield 'erred' in semiSPORT24Aan Wp jule is julle eie vyand met julle arogansie en ek hoop dat die banana boys julle gaan laat huil. WP het nou weer wat se beker in die kassie gesit die ...and more »
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Kelli O'Hara, Judy Kaye, David Pittu and Will Chase to Star in BELLS ARE RINGINGBroadway WorldDanny Rutigliano (Francis) was recently seen in New York in Cirque du Soleil's Banana Shpeel. He originated the role of Timon in the LA production of The ...and more »
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...the Cirque du Soleil seems to have finally given the hook to the troubled Banana Shpeel. The Quebec circus powerhouse's new vaudeville-inspired show, which finishes its critically unacclaimed Toronto run this weekend, will not go move on to San Francisco...
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Globe and MailCirque gives Banana Shpeel the hookGlobe and MailWell, the Cirque du Soleil seems to have finally given the hook to the troubled Banana Shpeel. This week, Cirque announced it has cancelled Shpeel's ...
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Stark InsiderCirque du Soleil cancels San Francisco engagement of Banana ShpeelStark Insiderby SI News Desk SHN was informed today by Cirque du Soleil that the San Francisco engagement of Banana Shpeel has been cancelled. Banana Shpeel, currently ...Cirque du Soleil's Banana Shpeel Cancels San Francisco EngagementTheaterMania.comCirque du Soleil cancels Banana Shpeel in SF but Cavalia still comingExaminer.comCircque du Soleil cancels San Francisco runSanta Rosa Press Democratall 5 news articles »
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Cirque Eloize's iD should boost ego of new Sony CentreToronto Sun... offer up the road at the Canon Theatre (where Cirque du Soleil's Banana Shpeel is still playing), there is a world of difference between the two shows. ...and more »
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Enjoy the bounty of harvest seasonSanta Rosa Press DemocratCirque du Soleil goes slapstick for Banana Shpeel, slipping into San Francisco's Orpheum Theater on Oct. 16 for a limited run. It's a comic departure for ...
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CanoëLe Cirque du Soleil tient à New YorkCanoëNEW YORK - Daniel Lamarre ne s'en cache pas, l'échec qu'a connu Banana Shpeel à New York a été une grosse déception. «Ça nous a fouetté». ...and more »
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Banana Shpeel artist Robyn Baltzer captures the backstage life of the cast and crew.
Banana Shpeel interview Jared Grimes
Banana Shpeel from Cirque du Soleil has arrived New York City's landmarked Beacon Theatre for a limited engagement now through August 29th! For more details, show dates and to purchase tickets, head here: beacontheatre.com
Banana Shpeel from Cirque du Soleil has arrived New York City's landmarked Beacon Theatre for a limited engagement now through August 29th! For more details, show dates and to purchase tickets, head here: beacontheatre.com
Banana Shpeel from Cirque du Soleil has arrived New York City's landmarked Beacon Theatre for a limited engagement now through August 29th! For more details, show dates and to purchase tickets, head here: beacontheatre.com
Cirque Du Soleil celebrates opening night of Banana Shpeel at the Beacon Theatre in New York City.
bit.ly - Episode three is in the details. Ridiculously so. Check out how one balancing act throws the boss way off balance. With subtitles, of course.
bit.ly - Episode twos got Schmelky all about technique. Check out the knee-slapping among other kinds of slapping backstage bru-ha-ha.
bit.ly - Its episode one and Schmelkys all heated up in the aisles. And his cast all geared up for a big night out at his expense. Check out more shpeel-like shenanigans.
bit.ly - The new TV commercial for Banana Shpeel features Marty Schmelky as he gives the cast a pep talk before the show begins.
bit.ly - What is Banana Shpeel? Watch this video and youll get a taste of the fun, the color, the craziness. Check out the extraordinary talent Ive assembled from around the world to create this new show. Banana Shpeel previews performances start tonight so come check out the excitement.
Banana Shpeel from Cirque du Soleil comes to New York City's landmarked Beacon Theatre for a limited engagement starting Aril 29th through August 29th. For more details, show dates and to purchase tickets, head here: beacontheatre.com
bit.ly - What does it take to film the Banana Shpeel 30-second TV commercial? A full day and a lot of patience. Go behind the scenes as the Banana Shpeel TV spot is filmed at the Beacon Theatreand then, be on the lookout for the finished product.
www.cirquedusoleil.com : In New York, Banana Shpeel will perform in the newly-restored Beacon Theatre on the Upper West Side. This historic theatre was built in 1929 in the Art Deco style as a showcase for vaudeville acts, musical productions, drama, opera and movies.
www.cirquedusoleil.com : Banana Shpeel Director of Creation Serge Roy is a Cirque du Soleil veteran who has worked on many shows. He talks about the creation process for Banana Shpeel and all of the challenges and excitement that comes with it as we prepare for the New York run at the Beacon Theatre.
bit.ly - Banana Shpeel is the latest show from producer extraordinaire Marty Schmelky and features a colorful array of slapstick comedy, eclectic dance and unique acrobatic acts. The show begins a limited run in New York at the Beacon Theatre on April 29.
bit.ly | The Banana Shpeel Open House was a community event to welcome the new show to the Beacon Theatre in New York. Over 1000 guests received an exclusive sneak peek at the Banana Shpeel creative process, including rehearsals on stage, make-up demonstrations, costume displays and photos with costumed performers.
bit.ly - Getting ready for Banana Shpeel is not just about the non-stop rehearsals from dawn to dusk everydayI do run a tight ship. Im a great producer AND a great promoter. So, were spending the whole day shooting a new TV spot at the Beacon. And Im the star, of course. No one looks as good as me. My assistant Margaret is there to help keep everything moving, including her mouth. Whew! That woman can talk.
bit.ly - From the Beacon Theatre in New York, Schmelkys assistant Maragaret has a lot to say about her Banana Shpeel boss.
Oct. 12- 24, 2010 - South Pacific Dec 7- 26, 2010 - Cirque du Soleil: Banana Shpeel Jan 25-Feb 6, 2011 - Hair Mar 9 - Apr 3, 2011 - Wicked July 14-31, 2011 - Mary Poppins Sep 6-18, 2011 - West Side Story
I was one of the first 100 to get tickets for the show in NYC.
Get Tickets: www.broadway.com The people behind Cirque du Soleil's "Banana Shpeel" welcome our cameras in for an inside look at the show
Last video! Jared Grimes is such a great guy. He's really talented and patient with the dancers. I just hope he wasn't annoyed with us there.
I like the 3 guys and their solo. You can also see Banana Shpeel's choreographer (Jared Grimes) walking back and forth on the lower part of othe screen.
Low quality since my digicam's rather old but their dancing is still impressive.
Sound check and more tapping =) Sorry about the shaking but my hands were still frozen.
Tap dancers doing their warm-up while everyone finds a seat. Wish I was closer but I guess the camera flashes would be too distracting.
As you can see, the place was packed! I recorded the inside of Beacon Theatre because it was recently renovated. The live music was cool too... except I was being pushed and shoved a lot =(
Feb 10th - I braved a snow storm to attend Cirque du Soleil's Banana Shpeel Open House at New York's Beacon Theatre. We got to see their rehearsal AND the first 100 arrivals received 2 free tickets if we donated a banana. Even though I was 1 hour early, the crowd was already huge!
The Infamous Banana Song performed while waiting in line for Cirque Du Soleil's Banana Shpeel open house.
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...4:45pm, the BANANA SHPEEL cast will lead the public into the theatre for the Open House with an exclusive sneak peek at the BANANA SHPEEL creative process in the newly-restored Beacon Theatre. Guests will see rehearsals on stage, make-up demonstrations, costume...
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Banana Shpeel from Cirque du SoleilNew York Daily NewsDon't miss the World Premiere of Banana Shpeel, performance styles inspired by vaudeville that blends comedy with tap, hip hop, eccentric dance and ...
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Las Vegas SunLe Factory de CirqueLas Vegas Sun... owing to the Chinese disinterest in anything but gambling, and horrifying reviews for a less-acrobatic vaudevillian touring show called Banana Shpeel. ...and more »
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