LACMA Post - Mapplethorpe by Kyle

I started my visit to LACMA (I think it was 12/22 -- rainy and dreary) in the Caravaggio and His Legacy exhibit. I came on strong with the handful of Caravaggios in the first room, but then …

LACMA post - Ken Price by Kyle

I had a good afternoon at LACMA a couple of weeks ago. I typed up a bunch of notes on my phone as I was walking through -- mostly quotes and text from the various shows. I've been meaning to…

Hottest Articles on BWW from Sunday, Dec. 30

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from Sunday, December 30, 2012.

A Year in Performance – 2012 by Sarah Taylor Ellis

2012 has been a year of travel and transition. When compiling my Best of 2012 list from the reviews I had written for L.A. Weekly and Stage and Cinema, not to mention the playbills I had acc…

'Django' Outdraws 'Les Misérables'

Quentin Tarantino's latest film, "Django Unchained," was the weekend's biggest new release, beating out the musical "Les Miserables," but it failed to dislodge 'The Hobbit: an Unexpected Jou…

Los Angeles Theater Review: SANTASIA (Whitefire Theatre) by Tony Frankel

  Sometimes in life, it’s the last Christmas present we open that makes up for all the lousy ones we unwrapped before. In what is truly the most dismal season of holiday-themed shows,…

GTFO, 2012: The Worst Theater Things of the Year by Lucky and The Mick

Just in case you were huffing glue and thought that the last year in theater was utterly perfect and special, we’d like to remind you that a lot of shows kind of sucked. Here they are,…

‘Warriors’ reading to benefit Newtown by Bob Bullen

On March 24, 1998, when Mary Hollis Inboden was 12 years old, a boy pulled a fire alarm at her middle school, ran into the woods to meet his friend, and they both started shooting at the stu…

'Mother' makes things awkward for theater companies by David Ng

'The Mother... With the Hat' is getting productions by South Coast Repertory and L.A. Theatre Works, but its title makes promoting it problematic."The Mother… With the Hat" is a play …

2012 in Review: The Best of the Best: The Performance Categories by JK

The other day, I posted my annual Year in Review Best/Worst Non-Performance Categories.  You can see that HERE.  Today, I present to you my favorite performances in a variety of ca…

London 2012 and Beyond: The Best of 2012 by Jasper Rees

The Mayan calendar recently suggested it was all over. It is now, almost. 2012 was, by anyone’s lights, an annus mirabilis for culture on these shores. The world came to the United Kingdom…

STAGE TUBE: THE GRINCH Channels 'Gangnam Style' with 'Who-Gam Style!' Spoof by Stage Tube

The 2012 company of the Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas North American Tour performed its own version of 'Gangnam Style' called 'Who-gam Style' Check it out below

Bring It On by Broadway's Best Shows

Photo Flash: Saturday Intermission Pics, Dec 29, Part 2 - BRING IT ON and A CHRISTMAS STORY Say Farewell and More! by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld collected as many of yesterday's evening Saturday Intermission Pics as we could to bring you Part 2 of our December 29th SIP round-up. Yesterday evening's photos featured final…

2012 HowlRound Roundup by HowlRound

January 2013 marks the two-year anniversary of the launch of HowlRound. Since our beginning, we have published nearly 300 theater artists who have contributed a journal article or blog post,…

Best of jazz and dance

Dance and jazz fans had much to experience in 2012.

New York Theater in 2012 by Jonathan Mandell

It is hard not to be sentimental about the theater at the end even of a so-so year. There ARE Broadway shows with performances on New Years Eve: Mary Poppins, Newsies, Peter and the Starcatc…

Spotlight | South Orange: Theater in the Loft Series Introduces Little-Known Plays by Tammy La Gorce

A new monthly Theater in the Loft series at the South Orange Performing Arts Center will introduce little-known plays and invite feedback.

The Best of 2012 by Michael Block

2012 provided a very interesting year of theater. On the Broadway front, musicals and plays that transferred over seemed to have the best success (Peter and the Starcatcher, Once, Newsies, W…

Review: Faith Healer/The Den Theatre by Johnny Oleksinski

RECOMMENDED TurnAround Theatre’s acclaimed production of Brian Friel’s “Faith Healer” has been remounted by The Den Theatre—that is, if you can call this somber, in…

‘Bring It On’ Plays Final Broadway Performance December 30 by Broadway's Best Shows

Bring It On, the Broadway musical inspired from the popular film franchise and set to pop / hip-hop music, ended its extended Broadway run December 30 at the St. James Theatre. Prior to begi…

‘A Christmas Story, The Musical!’ Ends Broadway Run December 30 by Broadway's Best Shows

Broadway’s A Christmas Story, The Musical which officially opened at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on November 7th, concluded its limited holiday engagement December 30. A Christmas Story, the…

2013 theatre preview: Helen Mirren gets another crack at the Queen and Peter Pan meets Alice in Wonderland by Michael Billington and Lyn Gardner

It looks set to be an intriguing year on stage that will also see Philip Pullman take on Cinderella and the RSC tackle VoltaireThe AudienceAfter starring in Peter Morgan's The Queen, Helen M…

Bare or Blame the Clergy by Suzanna Bowling

Bare or Blame the Clergy: There are times shows move you, be it good or bad and it becomes a part of the review.

A Christmas Story by Broadway's Best Shows

Radio City Christmas Spectacular by Broadway's Best Shows

BUMBUG The Musical or Humbug by Suzanna Bowling

BUMBUG The Musical or Humbug: I love seeing versions of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” but lately it is a sign for mediocre or, as in the case of BUMBUG The Musical, God forsaken…

StageBill: Why Passing On Attending Opening Night May Be A Better Idea by Bill Hirschman

In theater, that most mutable and evolving art form, the passage of time is the forgotten factor in what the audiences see. So while having critics review a show opening night is unavoidable…

Audra McDonald Rings in the New Year, War Horse Rides Into the Sunset & More in This Week’s Datebook by Lindsay Champion

Audra and Sweeney and War Horse, oh my! 2012 may be coming to a close, but there’s still tons of fun to be had on Broadway. Check out what’s in store on New Year’s Eve and …

In Remembrance - 2012 Passages by Walter McBride

2012 is coming to a close, and BroadwayWorld's senior photographer Walter McBride takes a moment to look back at some of the many influential people we've lost this year. 2012 saw the death …

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Concludes 2012 Run Tonight, Resumes Jan 19 by BroadwayWorld

SILENCE! The Musical will conclude its current run tonight at the Elektra Theatre, 669 Eighth Avenue (at 42nd St.) Following the announcement that SILENCE! would be ending its long run today…

GTFO, 2012: The Best Theater Things of the Year by Lucky and The Mick

Here it is, guys. The whole year in a giant nutshell. Here are the shows and performances and scandals we loved with all our theater-obsessed hearts. As we wait with bated breath for Stark S…

This Week on Broadway for December 30, 2012: Les Miserables and the West End Boys by James Marino

Peter Filichia, Mark Shenton and James Marino talk about the movie of Les Misérables, the London Theatre scene, Golden Age, 13 Things About Ed Carpolotti and much more.   Please tak…

The rest of the best of 2012 by Thomas Garvey

To continue my survey of the best of the year, I've once more singled out those local productions that I'd happily have squeezed into my top 10, if only there was room.  So in no partic…

Obituary: Helen Kardon Moss, 81, singer by Sally A. Downey

She appeared on Broadway in New Faces of 1962.

Broadway’s ‘Orphans’ Goes On Sale December 30 by Broadway's Best Shows

Lyle Kessler’s Orphans, which will begin performances on March 19 and open on April 7 2013 at the Schoenfeld Theatre, will have tickets go on sale to the general public beginning Decem…

Jessica Chastain to Skip Jan 10, 13 & 27 Performances of THE HEIRESS to Support ZERO DARK THIRTY by BroadwayWorld

THE HEIRESS' Jessica Chastain announced on her Facebook page on Thursday that she will not be performing on Broadway on January 10th, 13th and 27th to support her film Zero Dark Thirty at th…

Human "whales" on stage &page by Elyse Sommer

One  of  the more fascinating  plays  seen during the  too often disappointing first half  of the 2012-13 theatr season was The Whale,     Samuel…

In the Spotlight Series: Tom Hooper by Walter McBride

Following the smash Christmas debut of Tom Hooper's LES MISERABLES motion-picture adaptation, BroadwayWorld brings you images of the film's acclaimed director in our 'In The Spotlight' serie…

How do you top 2012?

The Olympic year saw an overload of cultural activity. What does 2013 hold in store for arts lovers? By Jan Dalley

BWW Flashback: A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL! Closes on Broadway Today by BroadwayWorld

Christmas Story, The Musical arrived on Broadway at The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre just in time for the 2012 holiday season. The new musical, based on the 1983 movie perennial, began November 7, …

BWW Flashback: BRING IT ON - THE MUSICAL Leads Last Cheer on Broadway Today by BroadwayWorld

Bring It On The Musical will play the final performance of its limited engagement today, December 30, 2012, after 21 previews and 173 regular performances at Broadway's St. James Theatre. Be…

Michael Nesmith, “Magnolia Simms” by Trav S.D.

Okay, last one today, I promise! The musical stars must be truly alligned for December 30. It’s also Michael Nesmith’s birthday. I’ve already written a bit about the Monkee…

My 2012 In Review by Adam Szymkowicz

I had 11 productions of my plays this year, including Hearts Like Fists in LA and NYC which were both without a doubt the best received productions I've had.  Most recently I had 2 play…

Radiohole's INFLATABLE FRANKENSTEIN teaser by Ludlow Lad

The first thing to see in 2013 is Radiohole's INFLATABLE FRANKENSTEIN which will premiere at The Kitchen on January 5th and run through the 19th. We are loving this teaser for the show: In…

Bo Diddley: “Say, Man” by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Ellas McDaniel, better known as Bo Diddley (1928-2008). While not usually placed in the pantheon of influential 50s rockers that includes Elvis, Chuck Berry, Buddy H…

James Snyder Heads HSO Concert Honoring Goodspeed by Frank Rizzo

Patti Smith on SNL by Trav S.D.

A lot of music in the air today (and a couple of more posts after this!). Today is also the birthday of holy-punk-poet-saint Patti Smith. I first saw her/ heard her during her performance on…

The Best of 2012: Part 9: ‘Solo Performances, Children’s/Young Adult Theatre Shows, Directors, & Performances’

 BEST SOLO PERFORMANCES Joe Brack in My Princess Bride at DC Capital Fringe Festival. Alex Brightman in How I Paid for College at The Hub Theatre. Mike Daisey in The Agony and The Ecstasy…

Bert Parks does Paul McCartney by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Bert Parks (1914-1992). He started out as a singer and straight man on Eddie Cantor’s radio show in the early 30s. He went on to host several games shows, and …

BWW's Best of 2012: Curtain Call Countdown! by BroadwayWorld

2012 is coming to a close, and from BILLY ELLIOT's final curtain call in January to this season's holiday hit A CHRISTMAS STORY - and everything in between - BroadwayWorld has you covered. T…

Del Shannon Goes Pyschedelic by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Del Shannon (1934-1990). Since 1961, Shannon has been almost exclusively known for his #1 hit “Runaway”. And if you were only to be known for only one th…

Peter, Paul and Mary: Autumn to May by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Noel “Paul” Stookey (b. 1937). When I was a kid I played by dad’s old Peter, Paul and Mary records (especially their eponymous debut record) over a…

Rudyard Kipling by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936). I was gratified to learn this weekend that my sons had studied his 1899 poem “The White Man’s Burden” in school, and t…

BWW's On This Day - December 30, 2012

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on December 30 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

Year in review - Theater: 20 stage moments to remember by Joe Dziemianowicz

What had the New York ­theater scene buzzing last year? Plenty. “Once” wowed. ­David Mamet went both ways — “Glengarry Glen Ross” flew; “The Anarchist” flopped. …

Legacies of inspiration

The year 2012 witnessed the passing of many influential authors, actors, musicians, directors, dancers and others who contributed greatly to our region's vibrant arts scene. They challenged …

Analysis & Opinion: Looking back on the capital’s highlights by Mark Shenton

The greatest and most widely seen show of the year was, of course, the Olympics Opening Ceremony, directed by Danny Boyle. It was run a close second – on a far smaller budget – by...

Samantha Barks scores breakout role in "Les Miz" by Marshall Fine

Third place made Samantha Barks a winner. Barks, who plays the lovelorn Éponine in the new film version of “Les Misérables,” got her break on the British reality contest show “I’d …

ORPHANS, Starring Alec Baldwin and Shia LaBeouf, Goes On Sale Today by BroadwayWorld

Tickets for Broadway's Orphans, starring Alec Baldwin and Shia LaBeouf, will go on sale to the general public today, December 30. Lyle Kessler's play will be directed by Daniel Sullivan. Thi…

CharPo-Canada's Pictures of the Year, 2012, Runners-Up by The Charlebois Post

From December 22-28 we will be presenting the best photos of the year at CharPo-Toronto, CharPo-Montreal and CharPo-Canada (different photos on each site so check them all out). On December …

Dismount! Bring It On: The Musical Closes on Broadway Dec. 30 by Adam Hetrick

Bring It On: The Musical, which takes inspiration from the popular film franchise of the same title and sets it to a new pop and hip-hop beat, ends its extended Broadway run Dec. 30 at the S…

Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical Ends Run at MSG Dec. 30 by Adam Hetrick

The limited holiday run of Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical, starring Jeff McCarthy as the fuzzy green curmudgeon, ends its engagement Dec. 30 at the Theatre at Mad…

Tix for Broadway's Orphans, Starring Alec Baldwin and Shia LaBeouf, Go on Sale Dec. 30 by Andrew Gans

Tickets for the Broadway bow of Lyle Kessler's Orphans, starring Emmy Award winners Alec Baldwin and Shia LaBeouf, go on sale to the general public beginning Dec. 30.

Andrew Samonsky, Elizabeth Stanley, Jeff Blumenkrantz Are Part of Too Close to the Sun Concert Dec. 30 by Andrew Gans

A host of theatre artists take part in Too Close to the Sun: The Smoldering Lyrics of Amanda Yesnowitz Dec. 30 at The Duplex.

THE SCREENING ROOM: Playbill Video Looks Back at "Smash" Stars in 2012 (Video) by Playbill Staff

This year, NBC brought the magic — and backstage drama — of Broadway into households around the world with the new musical drama "Smash." Here, Playbill Video looks bac…

THE BOOK SHELF: Kurt Weill, Lotte Lenya, Actors' Equity, Yip Harburg, Stella Adler and More by Steven Suskin

The sheer volume of theatre-related books published in 2012 has us playing catch-up this month, with the Equity bio "Performance of the Century," "Stella Adler on America'…

A Christmas Story, The Musical, Based on Beloved Film, Ends Broadway Run Dec. 30 by Adam Hetrick

The tinsel comes down off another tree and gifts are put away Dec. 30, when A Christmas Story, The Musical, based on the 1983 film that captured Jean Shepherd's nostalgic and comedic hol…

PLAYBILL VAULT'S Today In Theatre History: DECEMBER 30 by Anne Bradley and Christopher Reichheld and Robert Viagas

1907 In The Comet Alla Nazimova plays a woman who falls in love with her former lover's son, who eventually kills himself. This first play for Owen Johnson will run for seven weeks.

Review - The Holiday Guys & Dead Accounts by Michael Dale