A BUMPER BROADWAY SPRING FOR UK VISITORS

 Six Premiers York In April With British Talent On Show

Lots More To See & Do In New York

With the winter weather now just a memory, it couldn't be a better time for a Spring visit to New York, and the city's theatre is putting on its best face for visitors with no less than six shows opening this April.

And the really good news is that all the shows are part of The Broadway Collection so they are quick and easy to book in the UK before you head off to the Big Apple.

The new arrivals on Broadway with their opening dates are:

• An American in Paris April 12^th

• Finding Neverland April 12^th

• It Shoulda Been You April 14^th

• The King and I April 16^th

• Dr Zhivago April 21^st

• Something Rotten! April 22^nd

An American in Paris

Eighty seven years after its debut, the Academy Award-winning film, which takes the romantic story of a young American soldier and a beautiful French girl, now takes the stage as a Broadway musical. This ballet at the theatre stars Leanne cope, a First Artist of The Royal Ballet, and is directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon who trained at, and is an Artistic Associate of The Royal Ballet.

Finding Neverland

Based on the Academy Award-winning film Finding Neverland, the story of how Peter became Pan follows JM Barrie's original story and features music and lyrics by Take That's Gary Barlow, and features Laura Michelle Kelly, who was born and brought up in England, in a lead role. Other stars include Kelsey Grammer.

It Should Have Been You

This new musical is a culture clash for the ages when two families from wildly different backgrounds come together to celebrate a wedding - and then the bride's ex-boyfriend arrives bringing everything to a screeching halt.

The King and I

This new production of Rodger and Hammerstein's famous musical boasts a score which features such classics as ‘Getting to know you', ‘Hello young lovers', ‘Shall we dance', and ‘I have dreamed'. It features five-time Tony Award nominee Kelli O'Hara and Oscar nominated Ken Watanabe.

Dr Zhivago

Based on the Nobel prize-winning novel and Academy Award winning film, the Broadway adaptation follows the heart-breaking epic romance between the political idealist, physician and poet Dr Zhivago and the passionate and mysterious Lara during the final days of the Russia's Czarist period. Tam Mutu, who plays Dr Zhivago, is originally from the UK and has been involved in a lot of West End productions in London.

Something Rotten

It's 1595, and brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play, but are stuck in Shakespeare's shadow. What to do? The answer comes from a soothsayer who tells them the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting, all at the same time. Hey presto - the musical is born! Writer John O'Farrell is one of the UK's most well-known comic authors and script writers and is the founder of the satirical news website: Newsbiscuit.

There isalso lots to see and do in New York City this April with events focusing on gastronomy, horticulture and the arts.

JAPANESE DINING

Recently opened in East Village NYC is Izayaka, a new Japanese restaurant. Far from your average eatery, it is quickly becoming the talk of the town. Japanese chef Dai Watanabe studied cuisine in Naples, Italy and adds his own Italian twist to classic Japanese dishes. From cheese risotto croquette with special tomato sauce, to miso marinated tofu, foodie travelers will be sure to find a dish that combines Asian and European flavors at this fusion cuisine hotspot.https://www.facebook.com/Izakayanyc/timeline

A TRAMWAY RIDE

After your meal take a ride on the Roosevelt Island Tramway! For the price of a Metro ride you get to experience aerial views of the NYC skyline, the Queensbridge, the East River and arrive at Roosevelt Island. For directions and hours of operations visit:http://www.rioc.com/transportation.htm

ROOSEVELT ISLAND

Roosevelt Island is an island in between East Manhattan and West Queens that is considered to be part of the Manhattan borough. Active travelers will be happy to learn they can stay fit while visiting by participating in the NYCRUNS Race on April 18 on Roosevelt Island. Funds raised from this campaign will go to the Pin Down Bladder Cancer organization, which supports Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center's bladder cancer Translational Science Program. For more information visit:https://nycruns.com/races/?race=pindown-spring-fling-2015

TRIBECA FILM MESTIVAL

For those who prefer relaxation and entertainment while traveling, The Tribeca Film Festival is a fantastic option. It arrives to downtown NYC on April 15 and runs until April 25. With over 6,000 submissions from all over the globe it is safe to say there are a variety of films to watch. In addition to film screenings—travelers will enjoy interactive activities including: Q&A's with director, cast and crew, a family street fair and free panels for working and aspiring filmmakers. Tickets can be purchased in advance at:http://tribecafilm.com/festival/tickets.

EARTH DAY

On April 22 Earth Day will be celebrated internationally. This year marks the 25^thanniversary of New York's Earth Day, reminding locals and travelers alike to be conscious of the planet where we live and explore. Check out the events on (http://earthdayny.org/2015-events)

BROOKLYN BOTANIC GARDEN

Also of interest, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden will hold Sakura Matsuri, its annual celebration of Japanese culture and the cherry blossom season, on April 25 and 26 of the month. This New York City celebration of spring is held in respect of Japanese culture and the diverse collection of flowering cherry trees concentrated in the gardens. Travelers from Japan should also plan travel around a special exhibition of sculptures by renowned Japanese-American artist, Isamu Noguchi, scheduled for September of 2015. These events are part of the Japanese Hill-and-Pond Garden's 100th anniversary at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens (link tohttp://www.bbg.org/press/2015_public_events_and_programming

About Broadway Inbound and The Broadway Collection

The Broadway Collection is a group of New York's most highly regarded musicals and shows selected for their popularity with international audiences and put together by Broadway Inbound.

To purchase tickets to any Broadway Collection show, contact UK Broadway Collection partners ;

• Attraction World:www.attractionworld.com

• Attraction Tickets Direct:www.attraction-tickets-direct.co.uk

• Lastminute.com:www.Lastminute.com

• TUI Travel:www.tuitravelplc.com

• Virgin Holidays:www.virginholidays.co.uk

• Titan Travel (Acromas group):www.titantravel.co.uk

Please visitwww.broadwaycollection.comorwww.facebook.com/thebroadwaycollectionfor more information. For general information about Broadway, including many videos, please see the interactive site:www.spotlightonbroadway.com

Please visitwww.broadwaycollection.comorwww.facebook.com/thebroadwaycollectionfor more information. For general information about Broadway, including many videos, please see the interactive site: www.spotlightonbroadway.com

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