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Friday, October 18, 2019

In ‘Little Shop of Horrors,’ a Colorful, Cautionary Tale Once Again Comes to Life by Matthew Wexler

Michael Mayer directs a slick revival of the hit Off-Broadway musical, "Little Shop of Horrors," starring Jonathan Groff and Tammy Blanchard. The post In ‘Little Shop of Horrors,’ a Colo…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:42PM
Thursday, October 17, 2019

They Had it Coming: ‘Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation’ by Matthew Wexler

Gerard Alessandrini returns with "Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation," a parody of Broadways latest musicals and plays. The post They Had it Coming: ‘Forbidden Broadway: The Next Gen…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:06AM
Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Urgent and Engaging, ‘Twice, Thrice, Frice…’ Examines the Female, Arab-American Experience by Matthew Wexler

Playwright Fouad Teymour's "Twice, Thrice, Frice..." examines the complex relationships among three Muslim women and their friendships, fidelity and faith. The post Urgent and Engaging, ‘T…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:12AM
Tuesday, October 15, 2019

In ‘Chasing Rainbows,’ Dreams Really Do Come True, But With a Price by Matthew Wexler

Judy Garland's early years come to life in 'Chasing Rainbows' at Paper Mill Playhouse under the direction and choreography of Denis Jones. The post In ‘Chasing Rainbows,’ Dreams Really D…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:48PM
Monday, October 14, 2019

Evolution of Hadestown by Matthew Wexler

How dramaturgy helped harness the power of a Broadway hit The post Evolution of <em>Hadestown</em> appeared first on Dramatics Magazine Online.

SOURCE: Dramatics Magazine at 02:56PM

Great Performances Presents Third Annual ‘Broadway’s Best’ by Matthew Wexler

Great Performances returns this November to broadcast five new productions including "Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I," "Kiinky Boots" and more. The post Great Performances Presen…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:24AM
Sunday, October 13, 2019

Reimagining an Icon: ABIAH May Be Madonna’s New Lucky Star by Matthew Wexler

ABIAH, a soul singer with a soaring vocal range, takes on the Madonna songbook for his forthcoming album and recent Joe's Pub concert. The post Reimagining an Icon: ABIAH May Be Madonna’s …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:03AM
Friday, October 11, 2019

In ‘The Wrong Man,’ The Right Story, Score and Creative Team Are Still the Wrong Fit by Matthew Wexler

The whole doesn't equal the sum of its parts in Ross Golan's 'The Wrong Man,' now playing Off-Broadway at MCC Theater. The post In ‘The Wrong Man,’ The Right Story, Score and Creative T…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:48PM
Thursday, October 10, 2019

The Extraordinary Comes to Life in BoHo Theatre’s ‘Big Fish’ by Matthew Wexler

BoHo Theatre presents an emotionally and visually stunning revival of "Big Fish," featuring a score by Andrew Lippa. The post The Extraordinary Comes to Life in BoHo Theatre’s ‘Big Fish�…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:36PM

Lost in Space: Sideshow Theatre Company’s ‘X’ by Matthew Wexler

In Sideshow Theatre Company's "X," a distant space station provides the backdrop for a dystopian thriller that loses oxygen midway. The post Lost in Space: Sideshow Theatre Company’s ‘X…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:54AM
Wednesday, October 9, 2019

‘Sundown, Yellow Moon’ Has Big Intentions, But Little Impact by Matthew Wexler

Rachel Bonds' play with music about two sisters in a small Southern town fails to capture the full crescendo of a family in crisis. The post ‘Sundown, Yellow Moon’ Has Big Intentions, B…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:12PM

‘The Facts of Life – Satan’s School for Girls,’ a Ghoulishly Good Time by Matthew Wexler

Chicago's Hell in a Handbag Productions offers a ghoulish twist on "The Facts of Life" perfect for the Haloween season. The post ‘The Facts of Life – Satan’s School for Girls,’ a Gh…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:03AM
Friday, October 4, 2019

Your October Must-See Theater List: Tina, Gerard and Harvey by Matthew Wexler

Shows to see this month include "Tina" on Broadway, a new edition of "Forbidden Broadway," and Harvey Fierstein's one-person show, "Bella Bella." The post Your October Must-See Theater List:…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:24AM
Thursday, October 3, 2019

Fathom Events to Broadcast ‘Fleabag’ Stage Version by Matthew Wexler

Phoebe Waller-Bridge in ‘Fleabag.’ (Photo: Matt Humphrey) Are you a Fleabag fan? The hit series shook up the Emmy Awards last month, winning Best Comedy… The post Fathom Events to Broa…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:33AM
Wednesday, October 2, 2019

Shallow Mystery: ‘The Height of the Storm’ by Matthew Wexler

Jonathan Pryce and Eileen Atkins star in "The Height of the Storm," Florian Zeller's latest play to tackle the subject of dementia. The post Shallow Mystery: ‘The Height of the Storm’ ap…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:03PM
Tuesday, October 1, 2019

A Reimagined ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ is in Full Bloom by Matthew Wexler

Inclusive casting and a new take on the plant with an appetite for humans make Pasadena Playhouse's "Little Shop of Horrors" a theatrical feast. The post A Reimagined ‘Little Shop of Horro…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:33AM
Sunday, September 29, 2019

Between Two Worlds: ‘Antigone’ by Matthew Wexler

Japanese director Satoshi Miyagi brings his visually stunning production of 'Antigone' to New York City's Park Avenue Armory. The post Between Two Worlds: ‘Antigone’ appeared first on Th…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:48AM
Saturday, September 28, 2019

After Biafra: ‘runboyrun’ and ‘In Old Age by Matthew Wexler

New York Theatre Workshop presents two of Nigerian-American playwright Mfoniso Udofia plays. The post After Biafra: ‘runboyrun’ and ‘In Old Age appeared first on The BroadwayBlog.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:24PM
Friday, September 27, 2019

In ‘The Green Room,’ Offstage Antics Don’t Steal the Show by Matthew Wexler

"The Green Room," an Off-Broadway musical playing at the American Theatre of Actors, can't find its footing in song or style. The post In ‘The Green Room,’ Offstage Antics Don’t Steal …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:03PM

Kristin Chenoweth Chats About New Album, ‘For the Girls’ by Matthew Wexler

Kristin Chenoweth's new album, "For the Girls," releases today. The Emmy and Tony Award-winner chats with The Broadway Blog. The post Kristin Chenoweth Chats About New Album, ‘For the Gir…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:48PM
Thursday, September 26, 2019

A Devilishly Good Time This Fall on Broadway HD by Matthew Wexler

BroadwayHD's fall lineup includes spooky theatrical favorites such as "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," "Jekyll & Hyde," "The Toxic Avenger," and more. The post A Devilis…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 06:33PM
Wednesday, September 25, 2019

In ‘Bernhardt/Hamlet,’ the Feminist Message Stumbles by Matthew Wexler

Theresa Rebeck's "Bernhardt/Hamlet" explores one of the world's greatest actresses taking on a legendary role but, ironically, is too dependent on the words of men to tell an ostensibly fema…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 08:03PM
Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Excavating Shaw But Leaving Nothing Behind: ‘Caesar and Cleopatra’ by Matthew Wexler

Gingold Theatrical Group's reductionist staging of "Caesar and Cleopatra" strips so much that little intellectual, dramatic, or comic clarity shines forth in George Bernard Shaw's provocativ…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:24PM

Remembering Bob Fosse by Matthew Wexler

Today marks the 31st anniversary since the death of legendary choreographer and director Bob Fosse. The Broadway Blog shares some of our favorite Fosse moments. The post Remembering Bob Foss…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 12:03AM
Saturday, September 21, 2019

In ‘God Is a Woman,” Luisa Omielan Gets the Last Laugh by Matthew Wexler

British comedian Luisa Omielan takes on patriarchal religion, cancer and more in her one-woman show, "God Is a Woman" playing through Oct. 6 at SoHo Playhouse. The post In ‘God Is a Woman,…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:33PM
Friday, September 20, 2019

MCC Theater Receives $1 Million Grant for New Musicals by Matthew Wexler

MCC Theater announced this week a $1 million gift to enhance and support the development and production of new musicals The post MCC Theater Receives $1 Million Grant for New Musicals appea…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:54AM
Thursday, September 19, 2019

Don’t Miss: A Reimagined ‘Antigone’ at Park Avenue Armory by Matthew Wexler

Famed Japanese director Satoshi Miyagi creates a new version of this fabled mythology that looks at "Antigone" through the prism of Japanese culture. The post Don’t Miss: A Reimagined ‘…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:12AM
Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Stunning, But Not for the Faint of Heart: ‘Dana H.’ by Matthew Wexler

Based on a true story, told in her own words and reconstructed for the stage, "Dana H." offers a harrowing portrayal of a woman's kidnapping survival. The post Stunning, But Not for the Fain…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:54AM

In Derren Brown’s ‘Secret,’ It’s Mind Over Matter by Matthew Wexler

‘Derren Brown: Secret’ (Photo: Matthew Murphy) By Matthew Wexler “I’m not a sheep or a follower,” suggested psychological manipulator Darren Brown to the audience during… The pos…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:54AM
Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Her Place in History: ‘Wives’ at Playwrights Horizons by Matthew Wexler

Jaclyn Backhaus’ new play "Wives" jumps through history and past patriarchal clichés in a sweeping comedy that puts women's voices front and center. The post Her Place in History: ‘Wive…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:42PM

In Lauren Yee’s ‘The Great Leep,’ Basketball and Politics Face Off by Matthew Wexler

Set amid the friction of post cultural revolution China, Lauren Yee's "The Great Leap" delivers a cultural collide of identity and politics through the game of basketball. The post In Laure…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:06PM

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