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Friday, June 21, 2019

When Dating Becomes an Upstream Battle: ‘The River’ by Matthew Wexler

BoHo Theatre presents Tony Award-winning playwright Jez Butterworth's "The River." Part thriller, part ghost story, the play tells a tale of love, loss, and patterns of pain. The post When …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 06:18PM
Thursday, June 20, 2019

Punk Prayers and YouTube: ‘We Are Pussy Riot (or) Everything is P.R.’ by Matthew Wexler

A viral YouTube video sparks a global spectacle in Barbara Hammond’s "We Are Pussy Riot (or) Everything is P.R," now playing at Chicago's Red Tape Theatre. The post Punk Prayers and YouTu…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:18PM
Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Stormy Weather: Jinkx Monsoon in ‘The Ginger Snapped’ by Matthew Wexler

"RuPaul's Drag Race" winner Jinkx Monsoon brought her latest show to Joe's Pub to celebrate the release of her recent album, "The Ginger Snapped." The post Stormy Weather: Jinkx Monsoon in �…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:54PM
Monday, June 17, 2019

Another Day at the Office: ‘Human Resource(s)’ by Matthew Wexler

Theatre EVOLVE presents the world premiere of "Human Resource(s)," Sara Means' new play about the rabid world of office politics. The post Another Day at the Office: ‘Human Resource(s)’…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:12PM

Her Favorite Things: ‘Julie Madly Deeply’ by Matthew Wexler

Julie Andrews-obsessed Sarah-Louise Young shares stories, anecdotes and songs about Andrews’s life. The post Her Favorite Things: ‘Julie Madly Deeply’ appeared first on The BroadwayBlo…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:36AM
Saturday, June 15, 2019

Don’t Miss: Stephanie’s Child at Sony Hall by Matthew Wexler

Drag vocal trio Stephanie's Child makes a rare appearance at New York City's Sony Hall. The post Don’t Miss: Stephanie’s Child at Sony Hall appeared first on The BroadwayBlog.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:33PM
Friday, June 14, 2019

Don’t Miss: Susan Lucci and Broadway Sings for Pride! by Matthew Wexler

Susan Lucci, Telly Leung and Cady Huffman lead an all-star cast in the annual benefit concert presented by Broadway Sings for Pride. The post Don’t Miss: Susan Lucci and Broadway Sings for…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:33PM
Thursday, June 13, 2019

The Ravages of War: ‘Dying City’ at Second Stage Theater by Matthew Wexler

Christopher Shinn's play, "Dying City," portrays the relationships between a young widow, her deceased husband, and his twin brother. The post The Ravages of War: ‘Dying City’ at Second …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 08:24PM
Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Quite Something: ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ by Matthew Wexler

Danielle Brooks ("Orange is the New Black") leads a stellar cast in Shakespeare in the Park's "Much Ado About Nothing." The post Quite Something: ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ appeared first …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:48PM
Monday, June 10, 2019

2019 Tony Awards: Complete Winner’s List by Matthew Wexler

"Hadestown" led the Tony Awards pack with eight wins including Best Musical, while "The Ferryman" won "Best Play." Here's the complete list. The post 2019 Tony Awards: Complete Winner’s L…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 03:12AM
Sunday, June 9, 2019

House for Sale and No One’s Buying: ‘Public Servant’ by Matthew Wexler

Bekah Brunstetter's latest play examines what happens when a woman attempts to elicit the help of a small-town commissioner to sell her deceased mother's home. The post House for Sale and N…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:03PM
Friday, June 7, 2019

Don’t Miss: ’13 Fruitcakes’ at La Mama by Matthew Wexler

‘MOre’ Zimin in ’13 Fruitcakes.’ (Photo: Ki Seok Cho) The Tony Award-winning theatre, La Mama, will present 13 Fruitcakes, the world premiere music drama from South… The post Don�…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:36PM
Thursday, June 6, 2019

Moonlight Escapade: ‘Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune’ by Matthew Wexler

Audra McDonald and Michael Shannon try to turn up the heat as two lonely souls who meet for a one-night-stand in a revival of Terrence McNally's "Frankie and Johnny in the Clare de Lune." T…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 06:42PM

Joe’s Pub Celebrates Pride with 4 Can’t-Miss Shows by Matthew Wexler

Joe's Pub offers a line-up of queer-centric performances to celebrate Pride, including Jinkx Monsoon, Matteo Lane, Tori Scott and Justin Vivian Bond. The post Joe’s Pub Celebrates Pride wi…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:36AM
Wednesday, June 5, 2019

Power to the (Queer) People: ‘Ms. Blakk for President’ by Matthew Wexler

Tarell Alvin McCraney ("Moonlight") and Tina Landau's new theatrical work, "Ms. Blakk for President," explores the true story of a drag queen running for the U.S.'s highest office. The post…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:48PM
Tuesday, June 4, 2019

A Tale Worth Retelling: ‘Beauty and the Beast’ by Matthew Wexler

Paper Mill Playhouse delivers a stunning revival of Disney's "Beauty and the Beast," directed by Mark S. Hoebee. The post A Tale Worth Retelling: ‘Beauty and the Beast’ appeared first o…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 07:12PM

‘Camp Morning Wood’ Pitches Its Tent for Off-Broadway Run by Matthew Wexler

A new engaged gay couple's car breaks down outside of a nudist camp, and what happens next is a nudist new musical, perfect for Pride month in NYC. The post ‘Camp Morning Wood’ Pitches …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:24AM
Monday, June 3, 2019

Drama Desk Award Winners – ‘The Prom’ and More! by Matthew Wexler

'The Prom' won Best Musical at last night's Drama Desk Awards... could it possibly take the win at the Tonys? The post Drama Desk Award Winners – ‘The Prom’ and More! appeared first on…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:42PM
Friday, May 31, 2019

Feeling Tony Awards FOMO? Check Out BroadwayHD by Matthew Wexler

If you're not in New York City, or can't afford steep ticket prices, BroadwayHD brings the brights lights into your own home with a digital streaming service. The post Feeling Tony Awards FO…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:42PM
Thursday, May 30, 2019

Caught in the World Wide Web: ‘Octet’ by Matthew Wexler

Tony Award nominee Dave Malloy (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) begins his residency as Signature’s first musical theatre writer with the world premiere musical "Octet." The…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:42PM
Wednesday, May 29, 2019

The Summer of ’63: Hartford Stage’s ‘The Flamingo Kid’ by Matthew Wexler

Hartford Stage presents the world premiere of 'The Flamingo Kid,' a new musical based on the 1984 film and directed by Tony Award winner Darko Tresnjak. The post The Summer of ’63: Hartfor…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:06PM
Tuesday, May 28, 2019

Review: Oscar Winner Dianne Wiest in ‘Happy Days’ by Matthew Wexler

Oscar winner Dianne Wiest stars in Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum's revival of "Happy Days" by Samuel Beckett. The post Review: Oscar Winner Dianne Wiest in ‘Happy Days’ appeared …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 04:24PM
Friday, May 24, 2019

Interview: Tony Nominee Casey Nicholaw, ‘The Prom’ by Matthew Wexler

Tony Nominee Casey Nicholaw (Best Director) chat about working on "The Prom" and what it took to bring this heartfelt and high-energy musical to Broadway. The post Interview: Tony Nominee Ca…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 02:03PM
Thursday, May 23, 2019

Unearthing the Family Tree: ‘Curse of the Starving Class’ by Matthew Wexler

Terry Kinney directs a revival of "Curse of the Starving Class," which delivers visual theatrics but doesn't cast any spells with an emotionally uninvolved production. The post Unearthing th…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 06:18PM
Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Tiny Puppets and a Dystopian Future: ‘Feral’ at 59E59 by Matthew Wexler

Tortoise in a Nutshell's 'Feral' combines puppetry, film, and live sound to create and destroy a world in front of its audience’s eyes. The post Tiny Puppets and a Dystopian Future: ‘Fe…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:36PM

Two for One – Broadway by the Year: 1965 and 1978 by Matthew Wexler

Scott Siegel's beloved "Broadway by the Year" series returned to The Town Hall, highlighting hits and flops from 1965 and 1978. The post Two for One – Broadway by the Year: 1965 and 1978 …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:12PM

Meet the Tony Nominees: Casey Nicholaw, Director of ‘The Prom’ by Matthew Wexler

Nicholaw on his cast: “They work harder with any group that I've ever worked with.”

SOURCE: ShowTickets.com at 01:39PM
Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Broadway Stars Align on VACAYA’s Inaugural Cruise by Matthew Wexler

VACAYA has announced Kristin Chenoweth as the godmother of its inaugural cruise, along with appearances by Katherine McPhee, Alex Newell, Leslie Jordan, Lesli Margherita, and more. The post…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:54PM
Monday, May 20, 2019

Foul Ball: ‘Miracle’ at Chicago’s Royal George Theater by Matthew Wexler

"Miracle," a new musical by Jason Brett and Michael Mahler, brings to life the Chicago Cubs' long overdue 2016 World Series win. The post Foul Ball: ‘Miracle’ at Chicago’s Royal Georg…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 08:24PM
Friday, May 17, 2019

7 to See at Feinstein’s at the Nikko This June by Matthew Wexler

San Francisco's Feinstein's at the Nikko celebrates Pride Month with an exciting line-up of artists. The post 7 to See at Feinstein’s at the Nikko This June appeared first on The BroadwayB…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:54AM
Thursday, May 16, 2019

Chuckles From the Past: ‘Enter Laughing’ by Matthew Wexler

York Theatre Company presents a revival of 'Enter Laughing,' a musical based on Carl Reiner’s semi-autobiographical novel that follows the misadventures of a star-struck teenager in 1930s …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:54PM

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