NEW YORK (AP) — A court has ordered producers of Broadway’s “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark” to turn over any relevant information to a stuntman who claims he suffered a concussion, whiplash and two holes in his knees while performing as the comic book hero.

Judge Ellen M. Coin of State Supreme Court in Manhattan granted Richard Kobak’s request Thursday that 8 Legged Productions, the producers of the $75 million show, hand over any memos, emails or any other evidence as he weighs pursuing a negligence lawsuit.

He alleges that he made 70 hard landings on stage during performances and rehearsals, creating holes in both knees, and claims a computer program controlling one of his jumps sent him flying into a wall, where he suffered two herniated discs, whiplash and a concussion.

NEW YORK (AP) — The revival of “Death of a Salesman” might be terribly sad, but producers are very happy.

The production revealed Wednesday that it will recoup its $3.1 million capitalization this week. The show, which has netted seven Tony Award nominations, stars Philip Seymour Hoffman, Linda Emond and Andrew Garfield.

Aurthur Miller’s play about Willy Loman, a man destroyed by his own stubborn belief in the glory of American capitalism and its spell of success, opened March 15 to positive reviews.

Last week, the Mike Nichols-directed revival earned $929,340 at the Barrymore Theatre — all its gross potential — with sold-out houses over seven performances. Top premium tickets went for $425.

Traditionally, only about 3 in 10 Broadway shows recoup.

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http://www.DeathofaSalesmanBroadway.com

NEW YORK (AP) — Dan Stevens, who is currently shooting the third season of “Downton Abbey,” will be staying posh: He’s joining the cast of Broadway’s “The Heiress.”

Producers said late Sunday that Stevens, who plays the aristocratic Matthew Crawley on the hit PBS show, will make his Broadway debut opposite Jessica Chastain and David Strathairn.

“The Heiress” will open this October at a theater to be announced. The play is based on the Henry James novel “Washington Square” and became an Academy Award-winning film.

It will be directed by playwright and director Moises Kaufman.

Stevens’ stage credits include the role of Septimus Hodge in David Leveaux’s West End production of Tom Stoppard’s “Arcadia” and the Doctor in Tom Stoppard and Andre Previn’s “Every Good Boy Deserves Favour” at the National Theatre.

NEW YORK (AP) — A funny guy with a cane, a hat and an unforgettable mustache is heading to Broadway.

Producers announced Thursday that a new musical depicting the life of Charlie Chaplin will begin performances later this summer at the Barrymore Theatre. Previews begin Aug. 21 with an opening set for Sept. 10.

“Chaplin” has music and lyrics by Christopher Curtis, who wrote the theme song to the film “The Break” starring Martin Sheen. Curtis co-wrote the book with Thomas Meehan, who helped pen “The Producers” and “Hairspray.”

Warren Carlyle, who directed “Follies” this season, will direct. The musical debuted at the La Jolla Playhouse in 2010 under the name “Limelight.”

Chaplin’s silent screen classics include “Modern Times,” ”The Great Dictator” and his Little Tramp character in “City Lights.”

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Online: http://www.chaplinbroadway.com

NEW YORK (AP) — Nick Jonas tried hard but couldn’t keep Broadway’s “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” in business.

Producers of the musical said Tuesday they’ll pull the plug on the musical after several months of lackluster box office revenue. Its final performance will be May 20.

When it closes, the revival will have played just over 500 performances since it opened in February 2011. It quickly recouped its $9 million initial investment that December, thanks to its then-star Daniel Radcliffe.

Jonas took over the lead in January and had committed to staying until at least July 1, but ticket sales took a noticeable hit. Last week, the box office took in just $368,000 out of a potential gross of $1.4 million.

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http://www.howtosucceedbroadway.com

NEW YORK (AP) — Plans for “Funny Girl” may have fallen through, but Bobby Cannavale is still plotting his return to Broadway.

The Roundabout Theatre Company announced Thursday that the Emmy Award winner will star in a new production of Clifford Odets’ “The Big Knife” next year.

Cannavale was last seen on Broadway playing a recovering addict opposite Chris Rock in the Tony-nominated play “The Motherf—- With the Hat.” He was expected to be starring opposite Lauren Ambrose in the musical “Funny Girl” on Broadway by now, but producers pulled out, citing the poor economic climate.

“The Big Knife” will begin previews on March 22, 2013, and open officially on April 2013 at the American Airlines Theatre on 42nd Street. It will run through June 2. Doug Hughes will direct.

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Online: http://www.roundabouttheatre.org