Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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‘Arctic Requiem’ a touching tale of a fight for clean water by Leslie Katz

“Arctic Requiem,” an intimate world premiere based on true events, is educational, evocative, and, perhaps most important, entertaining. Subtitled “The Story of Luke Cole and Kivalina,…

SOURCE: The San Francisco Examiner at 11:23PM

Deborah Cheetham – Til The Black Lady Sings by Arts Review

Renowned Indigenous soprano Deborah Cheetham AO shares her unique story of the journey to discover her belonging in a special Sydney premiere performance at the Glen Street Theatre on Saturd…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:20PM

by Wendy Caster

Songbird, the new musical by Michael Kimmel (book) and Lauren Pritchard (music and lyrics), directed by JV Mercanti, brings The Seagull to Nashville in the 21st century. The b…

SOURCE: Show Showdown at 11:15PM

The Darfur Compromised by Sandi Durell

A part-documentary theatre, part-satire about activism, the Darfuri genocide, and making a difference   On November 2nd at 8 pm, at Cherry Lane Theater (38 Commerce Street, Greenwich Vi…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 11:03PM

Review: ‘Songbird,’ a Honky-Tonk Take on Chekhov by Charles Isherwood

Michael Kimmel’s musical adaptation of “The Seagull,” at 59E59 Theaters, is powered by a country score by Lauren Pritchard.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:00PM

Los Angeles Theater Review: NEED TO KNOW (Rogue Machine Theatre in Theatre Theater) by Tony Frankel

NEED TO KNOW MORE Since moving into my six-unit apartment eight months ago, I have encountered the loveliest neighbors a man could hope for. But just two weeks ago, a tall, gangly, middle-a…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 11:00PM

Actors Home Gets Major Extension

The Lillian Booth Actors Home in Englewood, N.J., is about to get a $25 million facelift, and construction teams broke ground yesterday, Oct. 26, to commemorate the step. In attendance was A…

SOURCE: Backstage at 11:00PM

1 Place Where Broadway Meets Social Media

Do you consider yourself a Great White Way fanatic? Are you interested in all things Broadway on social media? The Broadway League is quenching your theater thirst with their new platform Bw…

SOURCE: Backstage at 11:00PM

Review: Chekhov spoof mostly sparkles at Center Rep by Karen D'Souza

The comedy in the bittersweet 'Vanya and Sonia and Sasha and Spike' is sometimes overly broad, but the sendup of Chekhov plays is an entertaining night of theater in its Walnut Creek product…

SOURCE: San Jose Mercury News at 11:00PM

'Game of Thrones' star joins A-List 'Macbeth' cast at Berkeley Rep by Karen D'Souza

Conleth Hill, aka Varys, will star opposite Frances McDormand in the Berkeley Rep production.

SOURCE: San Jose Mercury News at 11:00PM

Review: Songbird

Michael Kimmel and Lauren Pritchard serve up some Kentucky Fried Chekhov.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Zoe Boesen by Arts Review

Who is Zoe Boesen? A dog-obsessed time optimist who is also an actor. What would you do differently to what you do now? Be Cate Blanchett, be better at time, have more dogs. Who inspires you…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:59PM

Cabbie John McDonagh takes theatergoers on a thrill ride by Ginger Adams Otis

Meet a taxi driver who turned a lifetime behind the wheel into a play.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 10:58PM

Broadway hit 'Hamilton' drives a Soul Cycle ride by Joe Dziemianowicz

Broadway isn’t the only place to give “Hamilton” a spin. The show inspires a ride at Soul Cycle.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 10:58PM

Bryan Cranston had to rein it in for 'Trumbo '

The biopic star tells us what it was like to play "flamboyant" blacklisted screenwriter Dalton Trumbo at the movie's Los Angeles premiere.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 10:57PM

Bryan Cranston worried he'd overact as 'Trumbo'

The real-life Dalton Trumbo was theatrical, but Cranston didn't want him to seem unreal.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 10:57PM

‘Bullets Over Broadway’ at Broadway Philadelphia by Tim Dunleavy

Bullets Over Broadway is one of Woody Allen’s funniest, most accessible movies. But the stage musical adaptation, using a script by Allen himself, is an awkward mishmash of comedy and musi…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:54PM

Broadway Close Up – William Finn at Merkin Concert Hall by Sandi Durell

          By: Susan Hasho       After a first song, “And They’re Off” (sung by Taylor Trensch & Quartet) from the show A New Brain, host Sea…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 10:42PM

Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts announces Nominees for Screen Awards by Arts Review

In a year of record box office success for Australian films, taking more than $65 million locally to date, speculation about which films would be nominated for Australia’s top screen Award…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:37PM

Wagner College Theatre Voted Staten Island’s Best Theatre Company by Chris Luner

While you may hear the word “college” in the name of this talked about Staten Island theatre organization, don’t be fooled. The kids on Grymes Hill at Wagner College perfor…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 10:36PM

SONGBIRD - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Howard Miller

Anton Chekhov is transported to Tennessee in Songbird, the talent-filled if uneven new musical at 59E59 Theaters that draws its plot from The Seagull while shifting things from 19th Century …

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 10:11PM

Review: Lawd the CVS Is Burning! A Gospel Music Stageplay (MPAACT) by Scotty Zacher

Even with a talented cast, Lawd the CVS is Burning! suffers from source material that has potential but needs more revision. Writer and director Stillwell is tackling a tough topic with humo…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 10:01PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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When A White Actor Goes To “The Mountaintop” by Howard Sherman

People are dumbfounded. People are incredulous. People are angry. In the past few hours, a month-old story began circulating on social media about a production of Katori Hall’s wide…

SOURCE: Howard Sherman at 09:46PM

Barbara Vann, Medicine Show Founder and Artistic Director, Passes Away by BroadwayWorld

With profound sadness Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York's longest-running experimental theatres, announces the death of co-founder and artistic director, Obie Award-winner Barb…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:46PM

The Wiz Live! Full Ensemble Cast is Announced by April Reign

As the date looms ever closer, we are shining our ruby red slippers and making sure our oilcans are topped off in preparation of NBC’s The Wiz Live! to be broadcast on December 3. While we…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 09:15PM

Science Fiction ‘Double D-TURE’: ‘The Rocky Horror T*tty Show’ This Friday at 8 PM at Bier Baron Tavern by Lucrezia Blozia

Hello my name is Lucrezia and I am a Rocky Horror-aholic. Like I’ve got “Don’t Dream It, Be It” tattooed on my left bicep. Growing up it helped so many of us, who felt outside and un…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 09:09PM

An Actor’s Identity: A Review of Tony Roberts’ Memoir “Do You Know Me?” by J. C. Wright

Perhaps the most interesting aspect of Tony Roberts’ new memoir Do You Know Me? is that suggested by the title itself; that is to say, the parts of the narrative that have to do with p…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 09:01PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Theatre Review : ‘The Night Alive’ at the Round House Theatre by Chris Williams

The Night Alive is the most recent play by lauded Irish playwright Conor McPherson. The Round House Theatre’s production, its regional premiere, comes swiftly on the heels of the work̵…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 08:45PM

Do you always second guess yourself? by Sophie Wright

Do you often wait before you say something or do something and wished you didn’t? We all do it, but how we stop and be more present! Even before an audition sometimes we don’t wa…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:35PM

“Hopscotch” – a unique, mobile opera traveling through East LA – Los Angeles opera review by Pauline Adamek

Bold, ambitious and complex. A mobile opera for passengers in 24 limousines, where you sit opposite or next to the performers in transit. Hopscotch takes mini posses of audience members on a…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 08:21PM

Predisposed Image Making Impact on Self-identification by Ariana Cook

(This post is a part of the Diversity & Inclusion blog salon led by Online Curator Jacqueline E. Lawton. Check out further Diversity & Inclusion interviews on Jacqueline’s blog…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 08:09PM

In The Stage newspaper this week: October 29 by The Stage

The Stage newspaper comes out once a week and is brimming with industry news, advice, analysis and reviews from all over the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:00PM

IMPRESSIONS OF: “Hallo” by The Dance Enthusiast

"While Hallo doesn’t contain dialogue or a linear story, witnessing Zimmerman interact with his transformative set is spellbinding." Trina Mannino, Brooklyn.

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 08:00PM

Impressions of "afroFUTUREqu##r" by The Dance Enthusiast

"afroFUTUREqu##r, curated by Thomas F. DeFrantz and niv Acosta, encompassed a series of Afro-futuristic performances and talks at JACK in Brooklyn, Thursgay through Sungay." Melanie Greene, …

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 08:00PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Second City offices moving to Tribune Tower after fire by Robert Channick

Forced to improvise after an August fire damaged its Old Town theater building, comedy troupe Second City will temporarily relocate its offices to Tribune Tower beginning Nov. 15. The 14-mon…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 07:51PM

NBC Announces Full Cast for The Wiz Live! by Adam Hetrick and Andrew Gans

Complete casting has been set for NBC's Dec. 3 broadcast of The Wiz Live, which will star Stephanie Mills, Uzo Aduba, Queen Latifah, Mary J. Blige, David Alan Grier and Shanice Williams.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:41PM

Breaking News: Y'all Got It! Capathia Jenkins, Marcus Paul James and More Broadway Vets Join THE WIZ LIVE! - Full Cast Announced! by BroadwayWorld

The journey to Oz can officially begin with THE WIZ LIVE's full casteasin' on down the roadNBC has finally revealed the full company forupcoming holiday production,airing Thursday, December …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:41PM

The Broadway.com Show: Harry Potter Grows Up! Bright Star Shines! Laverne Cox Sings! by Broadway.com

On this week's episode we delight Muggles everywhere, get up to speed on Tony winners on TV and get ready for a new Broadway musical.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:27PM

Capathia Jenkins, Marcus Paul James & More Broadway Alums Tapped for The Wiz Live!; Complete Cast Set by Ryan McPhee

Y’all got it! The complete cast is now set for NBC’s The Wiz Live!. The musical telecast will ease on down to the Peacock network on December 3. Stage faves joining the ensemble …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:27PM

STAGE TUBE: #Ham4Ham Goes Sporty - HAMILTON's Chris Jackson Performs the National Anthem by Stage Tube

Today's Ham4Ham featured Chris Jackson who playsGeorge Washington in HAMILTON and is apparently something of a good luck charm for New York sports teams singing the National Anthem in honor …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:19PM

'GREAT COMET' Director Rachel Chavkin's CONFIRMATION and More Set for COIL Fest 2016 by BroadwayWorld

COIL is Performance Space 122's annual performance festival that demonstrates the constant vitality of live performance in New York City featuring work created locally, across the US and aro…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:19PM

PIG FARM St James’ Theatre SW1 by Libby Purves

OINK! SWIPE! SNOG! STAB! “Ohhh Tim, you beautiful filthy boy!” cries Tina the pig-farmer’s discontented wife, succumbing drunkenly to some pan-banging draining-board sex. Filthy he is …

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 07:11PM

“People, Places, Things” – Los Angeles film review by Pauline Adamek

  Writer/director James C. Strouse has fashioned a gentle dramedy about an illustrator grappling with an upheaval in his life. New Zealand comedy star Jemaine Clement (one of the Flight…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:08PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Doctor, daughter and hurricane: Who owns this story? by Chris Jones

Lots of playwrights write about their dads. Most of them just don't have the guts to stick it right there in the title. But Boo Killebrew, a scribe with the kind of name you won't find easi…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 06:43PM

New Nightmare Horror Show Play Smile Will Make You Scream

New York City's Nightmare Horror Show is famous for its annual haunted houses that can't help but get folks into the Halloween spirit. This year, they took a different route with a p…

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:40PM

Fans Continue with Halloween Campaign for DVD of UK's THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW LIVE Tour by Jessica Khan

Fans of '70s gothic musical THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW are being asked to 'Time Warp and Tweet' this Halloween to support their campaign for a DVD release of show's recent charity gala performanc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:32PM

Dress Like Boy George! Bid on Original Taboo Costumes to Benefit Rosie’s Theater Kids by Broadway.com

They’re the perfect going out look, or maybe for Halloween 2016! Rosie’s Theater Kids, an arts education initiative from Rosie O’Donnell and Lori Klinger, is auctionin…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:27PM

Come! Sit! Watch Our Opening Night Video of Sylvia Starring Matthew Broderick & Annaleigh Ashford! by Broadway.com

A.R. Gurney's urban comedy Sylvia arrives on Broadway with a perfect cast in Matthew Broderick, Annaleigh Ashford, Julie White and Robert Sella.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:27PM

Exclusive! Darren Criss, Ben Platt, Kristin Chenoweth & More Get Thankful at DGF Lucky Stars Gala by Broadway.com

On the scene at the Dramatists Guild Fund's annual Great Writers Thank Their Lucky Stars gala featuring Darren Criss, Kristin Chenoweth, Ben Platt, Karen Ziemba & More!

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:27PM

Odds & Ends: Kristin Chenoweth Duets with Miss Piggy & Gets a Canine Gig, Clinton The Musical Album & More by Ryan McPhee

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Cheno to Voice a Dog & Sing With A Pig After voicing a gecko and a dart frog, she’s ready to channel her inner ca…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:27PM

Playbill On Opening Night: Sylvia Brings A Love Triangle Unlike Any Other to Broadway

Following her Tony-winning turn in You Can't Take It With You, Annaleigh Ashford returned to Broadway to take on an even more challenging and comedic role in A.R. Gurney's #Sylvi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:20PM

Doctor, daughter and hurricane: Who owns this story? by Chris Jones

Lots of playwrights write about their dads. Most of them just don't have the guts to stick it right there in the title. But Boo Killebrew, a scribe with the kind of name you won't find easil…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 06:20PM

Photo Flash: R.Evolucon Latina's DANCE-A-THON Raises Over $26K with Help from ON YOUR FEET! by BroadwayWorld

The 3rd annual R.Evolucion Latina - Dance-A-Thon raised 26,250 after 6 weeks of fundraising. The culmination of the online fundraising campaign took place on October 24th where artists, RL c…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:11PM

Photo Flash: ALADDIN's Kathryn Allison Brings SIRENS, SONGS, AND MUSES to Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Star of Broadway'sALADDINKathryn Allison brought her show 'Sirens, Songs, and Muses' to Feinstein's54 Below onOctober 23, 2015. BroadwayWorld has photos from the concert below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:11PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Piper Perabo and More in MCC Theater's LOST GIRLS by BroadwayWorld

MCC Theater presents theNew York premiere of John Pollono's LOST GIRLS. Golden Globenominated star of stage and screen, Piper Perabo --who recently completed five seasons of the USA's popula…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:11PM

What Does It Mean? Roundabout's OLD TIMES Designers Discuss Interpreting Harold Pinter by Michael Dale

The memories found in the costumes, the reason for the bock of ice, and music played backwards.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:11PM

People You Should Know . . . Renee Philippi by Zack Calhoon

Renee Philippi (Writer & Co-Director) is Artistic Director of Concrete Temple Theatre with Carlo Adinolfi. Her work has been seen in NYC, nationally and internationally at The Yard, Atla…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 06:11PM

Sarah Jessica Parker, Bernadette Peters, Laura Osnes Lead Best of Sylvia Opening Night Fashion! by George Brescia

Celebrity stylist George Brescia shares his favorite fashions from the Oct. 27 Broadway opening night of Sylvia, starring Annaleigh Ashford and Matthew Broderick.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:10PM

Book News: Pulitzer-Winning The Color Purple to Be Reissued With Broadway Revival Artwork

The special edition of Alice Walker's novel is being published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt/Mariner Books.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theater News: Tony Winner Daisy Eagan to Host The Secret Garden Benefit Concerts

The Friends in Theater Company production has added a second performance.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Uneven revival of 'Something's Afoot' from Vagabond Players by Tim Smith

It does not take a master detective to determine why "Something's Afoot," a musical from the 1970s that spoofs an Agatha Christie high-body-count whodunit, never became a big hit. The wit is…

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 05:42PM

Review: Steve Martin, Edie Brickell shine on 'So Familiar' by Scott Bauer

Edie Brickell and Steve Martin, "So Familiar" (Rounder Records)...

SOURCE: Associated Press at 05:42PM

Call Redialed: Daphne Rubin-Vega: "Empanada Loca" by Call Me Adam

Daphne Rubin-VegaThe first time I saw Daphne Rubin-Vega on Broadway was in The Rocky Horror Show (I was not living in NYC while she was in RENT). I was so taken in by her. Shortly …

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 05:42PM

Ballet's outreach program expands by Carrie Seidman

Dance - The Next Generation, the company's 26-year-old drop-out prevention program, gets an upgrade and expansion...... Read more » The post Ballet's outreach program expands appeared f…

SOURCE: ticket.heraldtribune.com at 05:42PM

COIL Fest to Feature Boundary-Defying Theatre by Great Comet of 1812 Director by Olivia Clement

Performance Space 122 has announced the line-up for its 11th annual COIL festival, the largest to date, that will feature premiere dance, theatre and performance pieces. Included in the …

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:42PM

‘The Humans’ to Transfer to Broadway by Taylor Mikel

The Humans, Stephen Karam’s new play which just opened Off-Broadway, will transfer to Broadway in 2016, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Scott Rudin will be lead producer, but a theate…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 05:41PM

New Edition of Alice Walker's Novel THE COLOR PURPLE Set for Release Alongside Broadway Revival by BroadwayWorld

Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, THE COLOR PURPLE, will be published in a new tie-in edition featuring the show artwork for the upcoming Broadway musical revival.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:39PM

Photo Coverage: Broadway Kids Unite for Launch of KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY! by Jessica Fallon Gordon

The 2016 KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY National Ambassadors Kelli O'Hara and Marlee Matlin just announced that the 20th Kids' Night on Broadway will take place in New York City on Tuesday, Februar…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:39PM

Review Roundup: ‘Sylvia’ by Taylor Mikel

Sylvia, the comedy by prolific playwright A.R. Gurney about a middle-aged man and his dog opened Oct. 27 at the Cort Theatre. Tony winner Matthew Broderick stars as Greg, a salesman going th…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 05:38PM

Where Audrey and Danny Meyer Dine Before a Broadway Show by Taylor Mikel

Life is very busy these days for actress Audrey Heffernan Meyer and her restaurateur husband, Danny Meyer. She’s in the midst of co-starring in the moving play Romance Language (now playin…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 05:25PM

Ship Happens: Backstage at Dames at Sea with Lesli Margherita, Episode 6: Spooky Cast Q&A by Broadway.com

It's the spookiest of spooky cast Q&As when Lesli Margherita starts a video in the bowels of the Helen Hayes Theatre.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:21PM

Justin Kirk, Nicole Parker & More Set for These Paper Bullets! at the Atlantic by Ryan McPhee

Justin Kirk, Nicole Parker, James Barry and more will bring These Paper Bullets! off-Broadway. The three—and several other cast members—will reprise their performances from …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:21PM

‘Barbecue’ Serves Up A Heaping Plate of Skepticism about Hollywood by Julia Katz

Everyone has secrets that come out “when it’s just family”. Intertwining layers of deceit and secrecy fall by the wayside with one’s relatives, allowing identity politics to play out…

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 05:21PM

Second City offices moving to Tribune Tower after fire by Robert Channick

Forced to improvise after an August fire damaged its Old Town theater building, comedy troupe Second City will temporarily relocate its offices to Tribune Tower beginning Nov. 15.The 14-mont…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 05:11PM

Stephen Schwartz Has ‘Magic to Do’ at Sea by American Theatre Editors

The award-winning composer/lyricist turns his songs into a score for a breathtaking magic show on Princess Cruises.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:07PM

Broadway au Carre Travels FROM PARIS TO NEW YORK at Feinstein's/54 Below, 11/4 by BroadwayWorld

Feinstein's54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Broadway au Carrein FROM PARIS TO NEW YORKon Wednesday, November 4th at 930 PM.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:00PM

SPRING AWAKENING's Marlee Matlin and More Set for THEATER TALK This Week by BroadwayWorld

An all-new THEATER TALK presents a multi-faceted interview-portrait of the current revival of Spring Awakening.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:00PM

Justin Kirk, Nicole Parker, James Barry and Lucas Papaelias to Reprise Roles in THESE PAPER BULLETS at the Atlantic; Full Cast Announced! by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld is excited to report complete casting for the New York premiere of Pulitzer Prize finalist and Emmy Award nominated writer Rolin Jones and Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:00PM

Andrew Rannells Celebrates His First Week in HAMILTON with Singing Balloons! by BroadwayWorld

Broadway has a new King. Just yesterday,Andrew Rannellsofficially took the throne asas King George III in Broadway's hottest show, HAMILTON. Rannells will fill in for Jonathan Groff, who wil…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:00PM

Theater News: Justin Kirk and Nicole Parker to Lead New York Production of These Paper Bullets!

The Atlantic Theater presents Rolin Jones' new play, which features songs by Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Theater News: Game of Thrones' Conleth Hill to Lead Berkeley Repertory Theatre Macbeth

Tony winner Frances McDormand will star as Lady Macbeth.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Theater News: August: Osage County Original to Play Scrooge in Twist Your Dickens at the Goodman Theatre

The annual holiday spoof of A Christmas Carol is written by a pair of scribes from The Colbert Report.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Erin Davie and Mary Louise Wilson Join Star-Studded Angela Lansbury Tribute by Olivia Clement

The York Theatre Company has announced further names of performers that will honor Angela Lansbury at the Oscar Hammerstein Award for Lifetime Achievement in Musical Theatre next month. The …

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:58PM

London Harry Potter Stage Show Conjures “Unprecedented” First-Day Ticket Sales by Robert Viagas and Mark Shenton

Earlier Oct. 28, producers of the upcoming London stage sequel Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts I & II announced that the first three-month block of tickets had sold out w…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:44PM

Detroit Public Theatre Gets In on an Urban Arts Renaissance by American Theatre Editors

Founded by a trio of female directors, Motor City's newest theatre company plans to produce new plays that reflect the city's own story of struggle and rebirth.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:44PM

"Rocky Horror" film fetes 40th birthday

LONDON - Fishnet stockings, corsets and voluminous wigs took over the red carpet at London's Royal Albert Hall on Tuesday night for a celebratory screening marking the 40th anniversary of fi…

SOURCE: Reuters at 04:37PM

The Call Board: Join Motown: The Musical, Disney On Broadway and More! by Joe Gambino

Playbill.com's Job Listings offer an extensive selection of available jobs within the theatre industry. From auditions to administrative roles, Playbill.com is the online source for care…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:31PM

Cast announced for 'Twist Your Dickens' by Morgan Greene

The Goodman and The Second City have announced casting for the return of “Twist Your Dickens.” The production will feature Francis Guinan as Scrooge, Travis Turner as the Ghost of Chri…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:31PM

John Cleese in Chicago to talk 'So Anyway' and Monty Python by Doug George

Comedian John Cleese, the former Python (Monty), former Fawlty ("Towers"), former defense minister in British Prime Minister John Major's cabinet (according to press materials; must verify),…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:31PM

Wicked Celebrates 5,000 Performances on Broadway by Chris Luner

We couldn’t be happier to celebrate the longevity of an American musical still running on Broadway! While no Broadway show seems to last forever, every once in a while there comes a sh…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 04:31PM

Emerson College Faculty Votes Against Colonial Theatre Plan by Chris Luner

With over 6,000 signatures and several major theatre icons now standing against Emerson College’s plan to destroy the historic Colonial Theatre in Boston, the plan received another hug…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 04:31PM

Review: The Man Who Flew Into Space From His Apartment, The Collection and Usher Gallery by Adam Newton-Bennett

The Man Who Flew Into Space From His Apartment by Michael Pinchbeck features a guest performer for a 30-minute performance, as part of the Frequency Festival 2015. I was impressed by both th…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:25PM

Broadway Folk, Including Justin Kirk and Nicole Parker, Cast in Off-Broadway’s These Paper Bullets! by Olivia Clement

Atlantic Theater Company has announced complete casting for its upcoming production of These Paper Bullets! The New York premiere reunites much of the same cast from the recent West…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:23PM

STAGE TUBE: Watch Megan Hilty & Andy Karl Do What Comes Natur'lly in Encores! ANNIE GET YOUR GUN by Stage Tube

New York City Center presents Irving Berlin's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN IN CONCERT starring Megan Hilty, who three years after starring in the Encores production of GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES, return…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:16PM

Exclusive: Chenoweth voices Snoopy's love Fifi

Kristin Chenoweth will put vocal life into the French poodle in 'The Peanuts Movie.'        

SOURCE: USA Today at 04:15PM

EGOT mystery: Will Lily Tomlin, Cher, Helen Mirren, Frances McDormand join the club next? by Gold Derby

Who will join the coveted awards royalty club EGOT next? Could it be Lily Tomlin, Cher, Helen Mirren, Frances McDormand, or another entertainer on the verge? A new infographic by Spencer Ste…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 04:10PM

Robert Cuccioli and Tony Sheldon Among Lineup for Winter Rhythms by Olivia Clement

Tony nominees Tony Sheldon (Priscilla Queen of the Desert) and Robert Cuccioli (Jekyll & Hyde) are among the line-up for the seventh annual Winter Rhythms series, 12 nights of mu…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:09PM

Vivienne Benesch Named New Artistic Director at PlayMakers by American Theatre Editors

The former artistic director of Chautauqua Theatre Company will take the reigns of the North Carolina repertory company in 2016.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:09PM

"Cloud Nine" Takes Off Again by Broadway & Me

Cloud Nine made the great British playwright Caryl Churchill's name when it was first produced in London back in 1979. And when it moved to New York a couple of years later, it won…

SOURCE: Broadway & Me at 04:07PM

Booking for Harry Potter play extended due to high demand by Press Association

Fans queued online for tickets but technical difficulties with system meant three-hour wait and transaction failureThe booking period for the play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, has bee…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:07PM

First Look! Megan Hilty, Andy Karl & More Prove There’s No Business Like Show Business at Encores!’ Annie Get Your Gun by Broadway.com

Smash bombshell Megan Hilty, Tony nominee Andy Karl and more bring Annie Get Your Gun back to the New York stage for City Center Encores!’ annual gala on October 27 and 28. Check out t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:04PM

Peccadillo Theater Company to Present A WILDER CHRISTMAS This Holiday Season by BroadwayWorld

This holiday season, the award-winning Peccadillo Theater Company will present A WILDER CHRISTMAS, an evening of two rarely seen Thornton Wilder one-acts: THE LONG CHRISTMAS DINNER and PULLM…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:02PM

Will Beyonc Steal Jonathan Groff’s King George III Walk? by Joe Gambino

Beyoncé Knowles and Jay Z attended a performance of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton Oct. 21. After the show, Knowles approached Jonathan Groff, who plays King George III, to…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:00PM

Review: 'Beautiful' reveals Carole King's some kind of wonderful life by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” rides high on a journey of love, loss, renewal and songs that provided the soundtrack for many a baby boomer’s life. And it’s wonderful life -- o…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 04:00PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Klea Blackhurst, Tony Sheldon & More Set for Urban Stages' WINTER RHYTHMS 2015 by BroadwayWorld

Urban Stages announces the line-up for this year's Award Winning Musical eventWINTER RHYTHMS 2015,which will beginWednesday, December 2and will feature some of New York's best musical perfor…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:55PM

Cynthia Nixon Thrilled For Opportunity To Direct The New Group's STEVE by Michael Dale

After her directorial debut with last season's RASHEEDA SPEAKING, The New Group presents her sophomore effort.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:55PM

Megan Hilty and Andy Karl Sing Greatest Showbiz Anthem Ever in Annie Get Your Gun Highlights! (Video by Robert Viagas

Andy Karl, Megan Hilty, Brad Oscar and Ron Raines put a new generation's stamp on Irving Berlin's classic "There's No Business Like Show Business" in New York City Cent…

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Watch Megan Hilty and Andy Karl Sing the Greatest Showbiz Anthem Ever (Video) by Robert Viagas

Andy Karl, Megan Hilty, Brad Oscar and Ron Raines put a new generation's stamp on Irving Berlin's classic "There's No Business Like Show Business" in New York City Cent…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:35PM

Wayne Cilento Will Direct American Dance Machine for The 21st Century’s NYC Engagement by Joe Gambino

American Dance Machine for The 21st Century (ADM21) has announced casting for its engagement at New York's Joyce Theater Dec. 21-Jan. 3, 2016. Wayne Cilento will direct with musical …

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:34PM

Interactive BwayZone Goes Live Today! by Sandi Durell

  The Broadway League is launching a new family-friendly initiative called Bway Zone located at BwayZone.com. A website created by the League’s digital and marketing departments, this…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 03:33PM

Review: The Play About My Dad/Raven Theatre by Zach Freeman

RECOMMENDED George Bernard Shaw once said that there were only two ways a theatrical production could be successful. On one hand, the show could be timeless, dealing with themes that will al…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 03:25PM

Chicago theater openings for the week of Oct. 30 to Nov. 5 by Morgan Greene

FRIDAY | "Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin": Hershey Felder plays the iconic composer in this American tale featuring hits like "God Bless America" and "There's No Business Like Show Business…

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Competition: Win tickets to Dry Land at Jermyn Street Theatre by A Younger Theatre

Dry Land | 3-21 November | Jermyn Street Theatre Presented by Damsel Productions. Set in the girls’ locker room of a Florida high school, this energetic four-hander explores an u…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:19PM

Participating Shows Announced for February’s Kids’ Night on Broadway by Andrew Gans

The 2016 Kids' Night on Broadway National Ambassadors Kelli O'Hara and Marlee Matlin announced that the 20th Kids' Night on Broadway will take place in New York City Feb. 9, 2016.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:16PM

Theater News: Len Cariou, James Earl Jones, and More to Help Honor Angela Lansbury

Lansbury will receive the York Theatre Company's Oscar Hammerstein Award for Lifetime Achievement in Musical Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Photo Flash: Megan Hilty and Andy Karl Star in Annie Get Your Gun

Irving Berlin's classic musical comes to New York City Center.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Cast announced for 'Twist Your Dickens' by Morgan Greene

The Goodman and The Second City have announced casting for the return of “Twist Your Dickens.” The production will feature Francis Guinan as Scrooge, Travis Turner as the Ghost of Chris…

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Second City, Goodman Theatre unite again for ‘Twist Your Dickens’ by Miriam Di Nunzio

The Second City’s seasonal satire “Twist Your Dickens,” returns to the stage of the Goodman ... The post Second City, Goodman Theatre unite again for ‘Twist Your Dickens&…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 02:55PM

Be a Part of “The Moose Head Over The Mantel” (and See a Sneak Preview) by Trav S.D.

My terrifyingly talented friends at Inappropriate Films shot this amazing and highly original horror film over the summer, with yours truly in a key role. Want proof?: There’s a real s…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 02:51PM

Olivier Winner Conleth Hill to Join Frances McDormand in Berkeley Rep's MACBETH by BroadwayWorld

Berkeley Repertory Theatre today announced that Olivier Award-winning actor Conleth Hill, accomplished on both stage and screen, will play the title role opposite Frances McDormand in a new …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:51PM

The Broadway League & Society of London Theatre Join Forces to Send Families to Shows by BroadwayWorld

The Broadway League and the Society of London Theatre SOLT have announced that they will be aligning to promote theatre in the world's two greatest theatre capitals, London and New York.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:51PM

BWW TV: Doggone It! Chatting with the Company of SYLVIA on Opening Night! by BroadwayWorld TV

It was 20 years ago when Sarah Jessica Parker starred Off-Broadway in A.R. Gurney's off-beat comedy about a man and his dog, SYLVIA. Just last night her hubby Matthew Broderick had the honor…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:51PM

Now That's Popular! WICKED Celebrates 5,000th Broadway Performance and 12th Anniversary At The Gershwin by Michael Dale

So many great performers have journeyed to Oz in WICKED. Who Have Been Your Favorites

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:51PM

Photo Flash: They Say It's Wonderful- First Look at Megan Hilty & More in ANNIE GET YOUR GUN! by BroadwayWorld

New YorkCity CenterpresentsIrving Berlin's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN IN CONCERT starringMegan Hilty, who three years after starring in the Encores production of GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES,returns toC…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:51PM

Against Sameness in Theatre by HowlRound

By Stephanie Barton-Farcas. Stephanie Barton-Fracas, artistic director of Nicu’s Spoon, New York’s first and oldest inclusive theatre, talks about inclusivity as a necessary reflection o…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:49PM

John Cleese is coming to Chicago with his new book and his Python memories by Doug George

Comedian John Cleese, the former Python (Monty), former Fawlty ("Towers"), former defense minister in British Prime Minister John Major's cabinet (according to press materials; must verify),…

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Sheffield Theatres names Bob Kerslake as new chair by David Hutchison

Sheffield Theatres has appointed Bob Kerslake as the new chair of its board. Kerslake – the chair of King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:39PM

Thelma Holt joins theatre company Revolve as patron by David Hutchison

Theatre producer Thelma Holt has joined Judi Dench as a patron of the fledgling Revolve Theatre Company. Revolve, which is headed up

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:39PM

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child extends to 2017 after tickets sell out by David Hutchison

Tickets for the first four months of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child have almost completely sold out before going on general

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:39PM

ENO poised to appoint new artistic leader following John Berry’s departure by Matthew Hemley

English National Opera is to hire an “artistic leader” to replace John Berry, as part of its plans to become a “centre

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:39PM

16th Street Theater announces 2016 season by Morgan Greene

16th Street Theater has announced its 2016 season. The company committed to gender and ethnic parity kicks off the season with “Yasmina’s Necklace” (Jan. 21 – Feb. 27) by Rohina Mal…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:34PM

The Independent Producer’s Notebook: Identifying Workable Spaces and Taking Stock of your Theatre Ecology by HowlRound

By Annalisa Dias. In this first installment, Producer Annalisa Dias offers tips and advice about artistic vision, networking, and production venues.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:30PM

Book Review: “Seth’s Broadway Diary, Volume 2″ by Seth Rudetsky by Heather Anne Chamberlain

One need not even care about Broadway or know who this author/musical director/TV and stage actor/voice coach/Sirius XM Broadway channel host/playwright/New York native/columnist/pianist/(I�…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:30PM

7 Best Looks from Sylvia Opening Night by Broadway Style Guide Team

Broadway Style Guide highlights seven of the sharpest looks at opening night of Sylvia on Broadway!

SOURCE: Broadway Style Guide at 02:16PM

First Look! See Megan Hilty and Andy Karl in Annie Get Your Gun at City Center by Monica Simoes

Chuck Cooper, Andy Karl, Judy Kaye, Ron Raines and Brad Oscar join "Smash" star Megan Hilty in New York City Center's concert performance of the Irving Berlin classic Annie Get…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:14PM

Meet the Cast of ‘Songs for a New World’: Part 1: Jordan Sledd by Joel Markowitz

In Part 1 of a series of interviews with the cast of Songs for a New World at Metropolitan Youth Theatre (‘MYT’), meet Jordan Sledd. Joel: Introduce yourself and tell our reader…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:13PM

Broadway Inspirational Voices to Perform Holiday Concert by Tanya Isley

Photo Credit: Brent Dundore It’s almost time to start dreaming of a white Christmas, hanging mistletoe, decking the halls, and jingling those bells. Each year during the holiday season, we…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 02:09PM

Kristin Chenoweth Returns to 'Peanuts' Gang as Voice of 'Fifi' in Upcoming Animated Film by TV News Desk

The creators of the highly anticipated animated film THE PEANUTS MOVIE, hitting theaters November 6th, have confirmedthat Broadway's Kristin Chenoweth will lend her voice to the character of…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:06PM

Erin Davie, Klea Blackhurst & More Added to York's Gala Honoring Angela Lansbury by BroadwayWorld

The York Theatre Companyhas announced today Broadway's Klea Blackhurst York's Call Me Madame Mario Cantone Assassins, Erin Davie York's Silk Stockings, Side Show, Matt McGrath Nice Work If Y…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:06PM

Sarah Jessica Parker on Matthew Broderick's Turn in Sylvia, the Show that Had Her Barking Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

A.R. Gurney’s Sylvia celebrated its opening on Broadway on October 27, and there to cheer on husband Matthew Broderick’s latest bow was Sarah Jessica Parker, who starred as …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:04PM

Dick Van Dyke Discusses “Mary Poppins” and His New Book on “The Talk” (Video) by Joe Gambino

Dick Van Dyke ("Mary Poppins," "Bye Bye Birdie," The Music Man) appeared on CBS' "The Talk" Oct. 27. Van Dyke discussed the upcoming "Mary Poppins"…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:02PM

Stephen Schwartz Talks 12 Years of Wicked, Kristin Chenoweth and “Out of Oz” Music Videos by Olivia Clement

With the Broadway blockbuster Wicked approaching 12 years on Broadway, Oscar-winning composer-lyricist Stephen Schwartz recently reunited onstage with original Glin…

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:00PM

Sac State stages culturally rich ‘Flight’

Production draws on African American mythology, folklore … Click to Continue »

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 02:00PM

Music News: Release Dates Set for Clinton The Musical Cast Album

The musical starred Tony nominee Kerry Butler as Hillary Clinton.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Amanda McBroom Sings To Barbara Cook On Her 88th Birthday. by Corine Cohen

  Amanda McBroom (Songwriter, ” The Rose”) sings to Barbara Cook at the Encompass Opera Company benefit honoring Barbara Cook on her 88th Birthday at the National Arts Club.…

SOURCE: broadwayshowbiz.com at 01:54PM

Stomp and The Harlem Globetrotters Collaborate on New Music Video (Video) by Joe Gambino

In celebration of the Harlem Globetrotters' 90th anniversary, performers from the cast of Stomp teamed up with a few Globetrotters to create some "basketball music."

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:46PM

Tomorrow on TCM: Horror and Suspense Grab Bag by Trav S.D.

Tomorrow on TCM: a grab bag of horror and suspense by mavens Tod Browning, William Castle, Alfred Hitchcock and Roger Corman: 7:45 am (EST): Freaks (1932)  The ultimate Tod Browning film�…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 01:44PM

A Burlesque Comedy Seance Tonight by Trav S.D.

Filed under: Burlesk, Contemporary Variety, Halloween, Horror (Mostly Gothic), PLUGS Tagged: Call Me on the Ouija Board, Producers Club

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Preview: Pearl Cleage’s “Tell Me My Dream” brings theatrical message to middle-school kids by Kelundra Smith

Playwright Pearl Cleage’s 13-year-old grandson was getting tired of the theater. He had seen a few too many productions of Charlotte’s Web and was outgrowing

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 01:42PM

VIDEO: 50th Anniversary of THE SOUND OF MUSIC Gala in Salzburg by Iris Moebius

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Sound of Music the von Trapp Family returned to one of the birthplaces of the beloved movie the immortal songs and melodies brought the breathtaking …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:41PM

The Broadway League Unveils New Family-Friendly Website by BroadwayWorld

The Broadway League is launching a new family-friendly initiative called Bway Zone located at BwayZone.com. A website created by the League's digital and marketing departments, this interact…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:41PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Norm Lewis, Heidi Blickenstaff and More in FIRST YOU DREAM - THE MUSIC OF KANDER & EBB, Premiering on PBS, 11/20 by BroadwayWorld

FIRST YOU DREAM-THE MUSIC OF KANDER amp EBBpremieresFriday, November 20, 2015on PBS. The tribute to the legendary songwriting team ofCabaretandChicagois part of the fifth PBS Arts Fall Festi…

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Duncan Sheik Headed to Zankel Hall, 11/21 by BroadwayWorld

The WFUV Live at Zankel concert series, presented by Carnegie Hall in partnership with WFUV 90.7 FM, kicks off its eleventh annual series on Saturday, November 21 at 1000 p.m. with a perform…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:41PM

STAGE TUBE: Norm Lewis, Heidi Blickenstaff, Julia Murney and More in FIRST YOU DREAM - THE MUSIC OF KANDER & EBB Trailer, Premiering on PBS, 11/20 by Stage Tube

FIRST YOU DREAMTHE MUSIC OF KANDER amp EBBpremieresFriday, November 20, 2015on PBS. The tribute to the legendary songwriting team ofCabaretandChicagois part of the fifth PBS Arts Fall Festiv…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:41PM

KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY Sets 2016 Return Date! by BroadwayWorld

The 2016 KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY National Ambassadors Kelli O'Hara and Marlee Matlin today announced that the 20th Kids' Night on Broadway will take place in New York City on Tuesday, Februa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:41PM

People You Should Know . . . Russell Jonas by Zack Calhoon

RUSSELL JONAS recent regional stage appearances include Richard III, Popolitopov in Slavs!, Hannay in The 39 Steps; Escalus in Romeo & Juliet; and Bingley in Pri…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 01:41PM

‘Avenue Q’ remains true: Still off-color and impolitic by Celia Wren

It is a relief to report that there has been no ruinous gentrification of Avenue Q. It was back in 2003 that the thoroughfare gave its name to a gleefully irreverent, puppet-enhanced musical…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 01:34PM

Spotlight On...Jean Randich by Michael Block

Name: Jean RandichHometown: Brooklyn, NYEducation: BA, MA, Brown University; MFA, Yale School of DramaFavorite Credits: Antigone, Cabaret, The Dispute, The Don Juan Project, Girl Under Grain…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:34PM

Sylvia Star Chats with Andy Cohen: Watch What Happens! by Andrew Gans

Matthew Broderick, currently back on Broadway in the comedy Sylvia, recently appeared on the Bravo chat show "Watch What Happens Live."

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:31PM

Stacey Sargeant Will Join Cast of Eclipsed by Olivia Clement

The Public Theater has announced that Stacey Sargeant ("The Blacklist") will join the cast of Eclipsed, which recently announced a 2016 Broadway transfer, in the …

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:25PM

Pics! See Megan Hilty and Andy Karl Star in New York City Center’s Annie Get Your Gun by Monica Simoes

Chuck Cooper, Andy Karl, Judy Kaye, Ron Raines and Brad Oscar join "Smash" star Megan Hilty in New York City Center's concert performance of the Irving Berlin classic Annie Get…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:23PM

The Week Ahead: Coping With Real Life, in ‘Steve’ by Charles Isherwood

Mark Gerrard’s play, directed by Cynthia Nixon for the New Group, a Broadway chorus boy who never quite made it has settled into his role as a dad.

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Snapshot: Hasan Minhaj Battles Bigotry With Bittersweet Humor by Elise Czajkowski

This correspondent for “The Daily Show” looks back at his experiences as a first-generation Indian-American in “Homecoming King” at the Cherry Lane Theater.

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ArtsBeat: From the Beatles to the Book of the Dead, It’s Coil Festival 2016 by Jennifer Schuessler

The annual festival of experimental theater and dance will run Jan. 5 to 17 at various venues.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:08PM

Theatre News: Angela Griffin and Anita Dobson to star in Sunday Readings In The Park series

A series of intimate one-off readings will be performed every Sunday at the Park Theatre until December 6

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:08PM

Broadway producers reach out to young people with new site by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Broadway producers have created a new website to reach out to a special demographic - one more familiar with twerking than jazz hands....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 01:08PM

Playhouse Square gets into spirit of season with Halloween party and pub crawl by Laura Demarco, The Plain Dealer

In the spirit of Halloween, Playhouse Square will host Playhouse Scare Thursday, with seances and a pub crawl.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 01:08PM

Broadway Vets Set for American Dance Machine for the 21st Century's Return to The Joyce Theater by BroadwayWorld

American Dance Machine for the 21st Century ADM21 has announced casting and musical numbers for their return to New York City's Joyce Theater 175 Eighth Avenue, it was announced today by Fou…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:08PM

BWW Interview: Gordon Joseph Weiss, the Cipher of FOOL FOR LOVE by Naomi Serviss

As The Old Man, Weiss takes it all in, as the tension builds and builds. 'There are so many moments that just take your breath away,' he said.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:08PM

Photo Flash: Arts Integrity Initiative at New School for Drama Presents 3C Reading by BroadwayWorld

Mondaynight, the Arts Integrity Initiative atThe New School for Dramagave David Adjmi's play 3C its first public presentation since the original - and only - production closed atRattlestick …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:08PM

Penn State Alum Lands Lead Role in Broadway Philadelphia Season Opener by Bryan Buttler

Emma Stratton chats with us about her training at Penn State and what it’s like to play in a Woody Allen musical.

SOURCE: www.phillymag.com at 01:05PM

REVIEW: 'Bullets Over Broadway' at The Academy of Music by Bryan Buttler

This zany musical from Woody Allen and Susan Stroman isn’t meant to be taken seriously, but it can be a whole lotta fun.

SOURCE: www.phillymag.com at 01:04PM

Theater News: Futurity, With César Alvarez and the Lisps, Extends Connelly Theater Run

The musical is presented by Soho Rep. and Ars Nova.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Theater News: Original Star Stacey Sargeant to Join Cast of Public Theater's Broadway-Bound Eclipsed

Sargeant will take on the role she originated in the drama alongside Oscar winner Lupita Nyong'o.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Pics! See Kelli O’Hara and Marlee Matlin Kick Off Kids’ Night on Broadway 2016 by Monica Simoes

Take a look at Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara and Academy and Golden Globe Award winner Marlee Matlin kick off Kids' Night on Broadway. The Broadway League announced that the two sta…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

16th Street Theater announces 2016 season by Morgan Greene

16th Street Theater has announced its 2016 season. The company committed to gender and ethnic parity kicks off the season with “Yasmina’s Necklace” (Jan. 21 – Feb. 27) by Rohina Mali…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:54PM

Broadway gets a few steps closer to streaming.

Broadway struggles to take steps into the future.  But thankfully, there are a few orgs out there that are grabbing its hand and pulling it, kicking and “streaming” into the 21s…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 12:52PM

Dog Talk with Matthew Broderick and the Cast of Broadway’s ‘Sylvia’ by Gordon Cox

The Broadway comedy “Sylvia” opened Oct. 27 — but really, that’s just an excuse for everybody to talk about their dogs. The play chronicles a middle-aged man’s …

SOURCE: Variety at 12:52PM

Helen Mirren's hats take center stage in 'Trumbo'

Dame Helen Mirren was once deemed worst-dressed at the Golden Globes for her hat, but in 'Trumbo' she rocks the awesome accessory. The actress tells us all about it at her film's U.S. premie…

SOURCE: USA Today at 12:52PM

Helen Mirren is Queen of hats in 'Trumbo'

Mirren is 'the best wearer of hats in the world' today, but that wasn't always the case.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 12:52PM

Lincoln Center Announces Performers for American Songbook 2016 by Andrew R. Chow

Vanessa Williams, Loudon Wainwright III and Rita Moreno will take part in the 17th installment of the performance series starting in January.

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'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' lands at Players Theatre by Jay Handelman

A musical about a magical car gets its Sarasota are debut... Read more » The post 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' lands at Players Theatre appeared first on Ticket Sarasota.

SOURCE: Sarasota Herald-Tribune at 12:52PM

Review: 1984/Steppenwolf for Young Adults by Mary Kroeck

Bringing classic literature to life is always a challenge. Those challenges are especially clear in Steppenwolf for Young Adults’ production of “1984.” Directed by Hallie Gordon, t…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 12:45PM

Tonight on TCM: Spooky Disney Classics by Trav S.D.

Tonight, in celebration of the Halloween season, TCM will show several Disney classics, most of which (kind of) have a spooky angle. Disney never allows itself to get TOO dark, but there are…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 12:44PM

VIDEO: Zachary Quinto on Rude Theater-Goers: 'You Have to Learn to Roll With Things' by TV News Desk

On this week's CONAN, in exchange for turning him on to Fetty Wap, Zachary Quinto shares that he forced his boyfriend to watch the gay classic Beaches.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:44PM

CLINTON THE MUSICAL Original Cast Recording Out This Week by BroadwayWorld

Ghostlight Records will release the Original Cast Album of the hit, headline-making Off-Broadway musical Clinton The Musical on Friday, October 30 with international digital release and phys…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:44PM

Broadway's DAMES AT SEA Gets in on Halloween Festivities with Special Ticket Offer by BroadwayWorld

DAMES AT SEA is offering special Halloween ticket pricing. For performances now through Sunday, November 1, patrons can use the code DAMES1031 online at telechargeoffers.com 212-239-6200 to …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:44PM

BWW TV: It's All Puppy Love on the SYLVIA Red Carpet; Find Out Why Broadway's Best Loves Their Pooches! by BroadwayWorld TV

It was 20 years ago when Sarah Jessica Parker starred Off-Broadway in A.R. Gurney's off-beat comedy about a man and his dog, SYLVIA. Just last night her hubby Matthew Broderick had the honor…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:44PM

Playwrights Protest Times Removing Production Credits From Theater Reviews by John Bonazzo

In recent weeks the paper has removed the names of set, costume, lighting and sound designers from both print and online copy for reviews.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 12:36PM

Sylvia by Theasy.com

Sylvia Broadway, Cort Theatre Reviewed by Shoshana Roberts BOTTOM LINE: A man goes through a mid-life crisis, spending all his time with a dog he finds in Central Park; Sylvia is funny and …

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 12:28PM

Music for Autism Names Joe Iconis 2015 Spotlight Artist by Courtney Kochuba

This past Monday, Music for Autism held a benefit hosted by their Junior Board of Directors, and named Joe Iconis as their 2015 Spotlight Artist, a distinction bestowed upon one musician i…

SOURCE: www.samuelfrench.com at 12:20PM

PS122 Announces 11th-Annual COIL Festival by American Theatre Editors

Included in this year's lineup are a collaborative concert between humans and computers, an adaptation of Egyptian funerary rites, and a live radio show.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:14PM

Letters of the week by The Stage

Our work is more than a hashtag In response to Paul Clayton’s column about our campaign, and while acknowledging the author’s welcome

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:00PM

Music News: Vanessa Williams, Courtney Love, and More Set for Lincoln Center's American Songbook 2016 Season

Broadway couples Jerry Dixon and Mario Cantone, and Andy Karl and Orfeh will perform in the Appel Room.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Broadway Power Couples, EGOT Winners & More Tapped for Lincoln Center's 2016 American Songbook Series by Broadway.com

The 2016 lineup for Lincoln Center’s American Songbook series features a host of Broadway power couples, an EGOT-er and off-Broadway favorites. Tony nominees and husband and wife …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:58AM

Sit, Stay and Check Out These Photos of Sylvia's Big Broadway Opening Night by Broadway.com

Sylvia, starring Annaleigh Ashford and Matthew Broderick, is a light-hearted romp about dogs, marriage and midlife. It opened at the Cort Theatre on October 28. Click through the gallery for…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:58AM

The Night Alive at Round House Theatre (review) by Sean Craig

Time is out of joint in Conor McPherson’s The Night Alive, making its regional premier at Round House Theatre. Taking place solely in the rundown apartment of Tommy, a Dublin burnout tryin…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:52AM

Avenue Q at Constellation Theatre (review) by Jill Kyle-Keith

All of us have shows we haven’t gotten around to seeing yet. We all have our lists- yes, yes, we’ll board a Bolt Bus to NYC soon, gotta get to that one, hear it’s good. Pro…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:52AM

An Era Exploding! See the Opening Number of the New Ragtime Tour (Video) by Playbill Staff

A new touring revival of the award-winning musical Ragtime — helmed by Marcia Milgrom Dodge, who received a Tony nomination for her work on the 2009 revival — hit the…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:50AM

Revived Ziegfeld Club Announces Winner of Billie Burke Award and Plans for New Ziegfeld Ball by Robert Viagas

Composer-lyricist Masi Asare was named the winner of the inaugural Billie Burke Ziegfeld Award, being given by The Ziegfeld Club to honor women who create new work in musical theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:45AM

Melissa Errico Will Sing The Silence at Joe’s Pub by Andrew Gans

Tony-nominated singing actress Melissa Errico will return to Joe's Pub Nov. 18-19 at 7 PM with a brand-new autobiographical cabaret show co-written with Adam Gopnik.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:44AM

Watch Lincoln Center Originals: Artist to Artist with Songwriters Robert L. Freedman, Joe Iconis & More! by BroadwayWorld

Tonight, October 27 730PM, Lincoln Center Originals returns with Artist to Artist with Songwriters. Celebrated musical theater composers will showcase original songs inspired by Lincoln Cent…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:40AM

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Announces New Set of Tickets On Sale by BroadwayWorld

Tickets for the first booking period 7 June - 18 September 2016 forHarry Potter and the Cursed Childsold out during priority on sale today 28 October 2015 and as a result the Producers have …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:40AM

TWITTER WATCH: HAMILTON's Lin-Manuel Miranda Tweets Beyonc? Plans To Steal Jonathan Groff's Walk by Michael Dale

HAMILTON's authorstar tells of an overwhelming post-show encounter.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:40AM

BWW Interview: Terrence Mann Talks Stepping Into FINDING NEVERLAND; Upcoming TUCK EVERLASTING by Caryn Robbins

Today, the Broadway vet chats exclusively with BWW and explains why joining FINDING NEVERLAND was like 'jumping onto aspeeding train'. The actoralso gives us a preview of his next exciting p…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:40AM

Profile Theatre Announces Search for New Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

Adriana Baer plans to depart from her position at the Portland--based theatre by the end of 2015.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:37AM

For Better or For Worse: Men are from Mars Star Peter Story Breaks Down 10 Favorite TV Marriages

Men are from Mars—Women are from Venus LIVE! star Peter Story breaks down 10 fictional TV relationships—five that work and five that can't.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:30AM

New Play About O.J. Simpson Trial Onstage in Los Angeles by Joe Gambino

Ensemble Studio Theatre/Los Angeles is currently presenting David McMillan's Watching O.J., a new play that examines the day the verdict of the O.J. Simpson trial was released, through N…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:29AM

HELLO AGAIN – Hope Theatre by Laura Kressly

Knickers, bras and other vintage undergarments (oh my!) dangle from the Hope Theatre ceiling in dim light, the discarded ghosts of sexual encounters long past. Arthur Schnitzler’s 1897 Rei…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:27AM

'Tasty Radio' extends Mike O'Brien's sketch comedy beyond 'SNL' by Nina Metz

One of the deep pleasures offered by Chicago's sketch and improv scene is the opportunity to see performers early in their careers, pre-fame, before "Saturday Night Live" and Hollywood and l…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:26AM

Caliendo to talk Bears, Trump at Chicago-area shows by Sheryl Devore

When it comes to doing impersonations, Frank Caliendo said it's not so much about the voice, but the cadence.For example, "William Shatner … pauses a lot," he said.Doing a good impersonati…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:22AM

Alliance Theatre Going Mobile in Its 2017–18 Season by American Theatre Editors

The Atlanta theatre will use a year of renovations at the Woodruff Arts Center to mount off-site productions---and do some audience-building in the process.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:07AM

Tickets for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Disappear Within Hours; New Block On Sale by Robert Viagas and Mark Shenton

All tickets for the first booking period (June 7-Sept. 19, 2016) for the London stage sequel Harry Potter and the Cursed Child sold out within hours during priority sale Oct. 28. As a re…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:04AM

Vanessa Williams, Rita Moreno, Liz Callaway & More on Tap for Lincoln Center's 2016 AMERICAN SONGBOOK Season by BroadwayWorld

Returning for its 17th season, Lincoln Center's acclaimed series American Songbook will continue to broaden its scope in celebrating the best in American singing and songwriting as interpret…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:01AM

Full Cast Announced for New National Tour of THE WIZARD OF OZ by BroadwayWorld

TROIKA Entertainment, LLC has announced full casting for the North American tour of the new stage adaptation of THE WIZARD OF OZ which will launch on December 1, 2015 at Playhouse Square in …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:01AM

Bette Midler Tweets New Explanation of HOCUS POCUS Sequel Delay by TV News Desk

With Halloween only days away, Bette Midler took to Twitter to share her thoughts, and frustrations over the rumored sequel to her hit film HOCUS POCUS.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:01AM

Fuse Jazz Review: The Bad Plus Joshua Redman—Making Beauty Easily by Michael Ullman

With the galvanic addition of Joshua Redman, The Bad Plus is now made up of four intense virtuosos whose musical intelligence is as impeccable as their instrumental chops.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:01AM

Theater News: Full Casting Announced for The Wizard of Oz National Tour

Sarah Lasko will star as Dorothy, with Randy Charleville as Uncle Henry and Emmanuelle Zeesman as Auntie Em.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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15 Minutes with Montego Glover by Matthew Wexler

by Ryan Leeds Tony nominated actress Montego Glover has gone from playing a promising starlet in Memphis to bringing down the house as a bridesmaid in It Shoulda Been You. Currently, she is …

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:54AM

The Keegan Theatre: New Work from Ireland by Hannah Hessel Ratner

As part of The Women's Voices Theater Festival, The Keegan Theatre is presenting a repertory schedule of plays by two Irish playwrights - Rosemary Jenkinson's The Dealer of…

SOURCE: theatrewashington.org at 10:54AM

Husbands and Sons, Dorfman, National Theatre, review: A magnificent evening of revelatory marvels by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

The work presents three of D H Lawrence's stage masterpieces, written between 1911 and 1913, as a single composite drama

SOURCE: The Independent at 10:49AM

Elizabeth Banks Will Direct “Pitch Perfect 3” by Joe Gambino

Elizabeth Banks, who appeared as Gail in "Pitch Perfect" and "Pitch Perfect 2" and directed the latter, is set to direct "Pitch Perfect 3," the latest installme…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

Review: Sylvia at curtainup.com by Simon Saltzman

a delightfully inane/canine-comedy

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 10:42AM

VIDEO: NPH Stars in BEST TIME EVER's Magic-Filled End of Show Finale by TV News Desk

Below, check out clips from last night's Halloween-themed episode of Best Time Ever with Neil Patrick Harris.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:38AM

Photo Coverage: Great Writers Thank Their Lucky Stars at the Dramatists Guild Fund Gala! by Walter McBride

The Dramatists Guild Fund just welcomed a slew of stars for their 2015 Gala, GREAT WRITERS THANK THEIR LUCKY STARS, which was hosted by musician and Emmy-nominated composer, Darren Criss. Di…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:38AM

Hall of Hams #98: Elsa Lanchester by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of the great Elsa Lanchester (1902-1986). Lanchester was still a going concern in my youth (Murder by Death, Willard and all those Disney movies) hence it took me a …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:38AM

Review: Tribulation: The Musical/The Mission Theater at iO by Zach Freeman

RECOMMENDED In “Tribulation: The Musical,” playing now in iO’s Mission Theater, mankind’s worst fears are confirmed—the world is burning and murderous Horsemen of the Apocalypse ri…

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 10:30AM

Tracy Lynn Olivera’s ‘Halloween Spooktacular Cabaret’ at Signature Theatre by Tiffany Draut

As Halloween approaches, ghosts and monsters and witches seem to be everywhere. But by far the most entertaining witch of all was Tracy Lynn Olivera, presenting her Halloween Spooktacular Ca…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:28AM

New Comedy Smartphones Exposes Modern-Day Cell Phone Addiction by Olivia Clement

Washington D.C.'s Ambassador Theater is staging a new play about contemporary cell phone and social media addiction. Emilio Williams' absurdist comedy Smartphones presents t…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:23AM

Overheard… No real food, sorry. by Vinnie

Mr. Brown: ” Do you serve nachos?” Bartender: “No, sorry, but we have some snacks…” (Indicating display of snacks.) Mr Brown: “How about a fruit and ch…

SOURCE: broadwayadjacent.com at 10:10AM

EXCLUSIVE: Check Out the Creepy (and Cinematic!) New Trailer for Carrie The Killer Musical Experienc

Carrie The Killer Musical Experience returned to the Los Angeles Theatre after an acclaimed run at the La Mirada Theatre. Based on the horror classic by best-selling author Stephen King,…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:04AM

American Songbook Concerts Will Feature Liz Callaway, Rita Moreno, Andy Karl and More by Robert Viagas

Tickets go on sale Nov. 2 for the 2016 American Songbook series, featuring evenings dedicated to Maltby & Shire and the late Peggy Lee, as well as solo concerts from Liz Callaway, Va…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM

Watch Lauren Pritchard and Kate Baldwin Perform a Rocking Country Tune From Songbird

Songbird is a new country-inflected musical adaptation of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull. Set in Nashville, the story follows Tammy, a singer who returns to town in order to assist her …

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM

Photo Flash: Paw-fect Opening Night for Matthew Broderick, Annaleigh Ashford, and Broadway's Sylvia

Sarah Jessica Parker, Nathan Lane, and more were on hand to welcome the A.R. Gurney comedy to the Great White Way.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00AM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Women's Project Theater by Barry

Cherry Jones Returns to New York Stage in Rotating Cast ofSarah Ruhl's Dear Elizabeth for Women's Project Theater                  By: Ellis NassourTwo time Tony- and three-t…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 09:58AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, October 28, 2015 by Susan Grace

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child tickets: JK Rowling fans caught waiting for hours in queue of thousands by Jess Denham, Jess Denham

Potter fans are making light of their frustration with Hogwarts-themed tweets and memes

SOURCE: The Independent at 09:48AM

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of SYLVIA with Sarah Jessica Parker, Bernadette Peters & More! by Jessica Fallon Gordon

It was 20 years ago when Sarah Jessica Parker starred Off-Broadway in A.R. Gurney's off-beat comedy about a man and his dog, SLYVIA. Just last night her hubby Matthew Broderick had the honor…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:45AM

Photo Coverage: Darren Criss, Kristin Chenoweth & More Celebrate the Dramatists Guild Fund by Walter McBride

TheDramatists GuildFund just welcomeda slew of stars for their 2015 Gala,GREAT WRITERS THANK THEIR LUCKY STARS, which was hosted by musician and Emmy-nominated composer,Darren Criss.Directed…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:45AM

VIDEO: SYLVIA's Matthew Broderick Talks 'Ferris Bueller' Sequel & More on Bravo by TV News Desk

SYLVIA's Matthew Broderick stopped by the WATCH WHAT HAPPENS clubhouse last night and was asked to name the 'bitchiest' thing about wife Sarah Jessica Parker.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:45AM

WAKE UP with BWW 10/28/2015 - SONGBIRD Lands Off-Broadway and More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it Today's big news SONGBIRD lands off-Broadway alongside …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:45AM

Boris Johnson calls for greater arts involvement for London planners by Matthew Hemley

London mayor Boris Johnson has called on property developers and local authorities to engage more with arts leaders, in a bid to

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:45AM

Grange Park Opera lease to end in 2016 after dispute with landlords by David Hutchison

Grange Park Opera is to leave its Hampshire home of 17 years after a dispute with its landlords, who have set up

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:45AM

Mark Rylance among new research fellows at Shakespeare’s Globe by David Hutchison

Mark Rylance has been appointed as one of seven new senior research fellows at Shakespeare’s Globe. Rylance was the first artistic director

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:45AM

Online reselling guidance to tackle ticket fraud by Matthew Hemley

A code of good practice aimed at websites that resell tickets is to be drawn up following “continuing uncertainties” about the secondary market.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:45AM

Gray O’Brien cast in Bill Kenwright’s Sound of Music tour by David Hutchison

Gray O’Brien has joined the cast of Bill Kenwright’s touring production of The Sound of Music. The actor, known for his Coronation

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:45AM

Peter Baldwin dies, aged 82 by Michael Quinn

Peter Baldwin, a familiar face to a generation of television viewers as bumbling salesman Derek Wilton in Coronation Street, has died aged

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:45AM

London’s theatres ‘aren’t equipped for modern shows’ – Nick Starr by Matthew Hemley

Former National Theatre boss Nick Starr has claimed the West End’s current “old and ageing” playhouses are unable to accommodate contemporary theatremaking,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:45AM

Former Whatsonstage boss launches musical theatre social media site by David Hutchison

Former Whatsonstage boss Terri Paddock has launched a new website that aims to help fans connect with musical theatre stars on social

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:45AM

Tim Minchin and Dynamo in first Old Vic variety show by Matthew Hemley

Tim Minchin will join magician Dynamo and comedian Mark Watson for the first in the Old Vic Theatre’s Variety Nights programme. They

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:45AM

Tickets for Harry Potter play go on sale with criticism of a “shambolic’ ticketing system by Matthew Hemley

Customers trying to buy tickets to the new Harry Potter play have criticised the “shambolic” system that has seen many unable to

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:45AM

Bend It Like Beckham – Save Over 75% On Great Seats by Doug Mayo

By Doug Mayo Bend It Like Beckham is a fantastically feel-good new modern British musical. A celebratory fusion of culture, music, emotions and fun, bursting with warmth, humour and heart. J…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:42AM

Bette Midler Comments on “Hocus Pocus” Sequel by Andrew Gans

Award-winning actress and entertainer Bette Midler commented via Twitter on a possible sequel to the Disney Halloween comedy "Hocus Pocus," which has amassed a strong fan base …

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:39AM

John Lawson’s Circus – Halloween 2015 by Katharine Kavanagh

The half-term holidays signal the return of John Lawson’s Circus to the West Hagley garden centre and, this year, I’m off work so I get to visit. I am expecting a show for children with …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:29AM

Kimmel & Prtichard's SONGBIRD Opens Tonight at 59E59 Theaters by BroadwayWorld

59E59 TheaterspresentsSONGBIRD, openingtonight, October 28, aspart of its5A Season.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:27AM

VIDEO: Dick Van Dyke Shares Thoughts on MARY POPPINS Remake by TV News Desk

Entertainment icon Dick Van Dyke visited CBS's THE TALK, and shared his thoughts on the new MARY POPPINS movie reportedly in the works.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:27AM

Photo Coverage: Annaleigh Ashford and SYLVIA Company Celebrate Opening Night! by Linda Lenzi

It was 20 years ago when SarahJessica Parkerstarred Off-Broadway inA.R. Gurney's off-beat comedy about a man and his dog, SLYVIA. Just last nighther hubbyMatthew Broderickhadthe honor of ope…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:27AM

Robert Cuccioli and Mara Davi Will Visit John Bull’s Other Island by Andrew Gans

Gingold Theatrical Group's Project Shaw, which is under the leadership of artistic director David Staller, will continue Nov. 23 at 7 PM with a reading of Shaw's whimsical Irish play…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:23AM

REVIEW: The Wars Of The Roses, Rose Theatre ✭✭✭ by Stephen Collins

By Stephen Collins This is a perfectly serviceable production, much along the lines of the fare mostly served up by the RSC or the National these days. Indeed, taken as a whole, it is better…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:14AM

Hunter Foster Will Direct Reading of New Musical On the Air, Featuring Nick Spangler and Farah Alvin by Andrew Gans

The York Theatre Company's Developmental Reading Series will present a reading of the new musical On the Air, inspired by the lives of sibling performers Jack and Loretta Clemens, Oct. 3…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:10AM

Photos: Sylvia Opening Night by Suzy Evans

Dog lovers of New York---and Broadway---unite! We captured the star-studded arrivals at the Broadway opening of A.R. Gurney's Sylvia, starring Matthew Broderick, Annaleigh Ashford, and Julie…

SOURCE: Broadway Style Guide at 09:02AM

Theatre Review: ‘Girlstar’ at Signature Theatre by Heather Hill

Signature Theatre has launched another new show, Girlstar; a modern fairytale with a broad musical range and a dark underbelly. Directed by Eric Schaeffer, with book and lyrics by Anton Dudl…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:00AM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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CLARION – Arcola Theatre by Johnny Fox

‘Write what you know’ has never been more apt. When a former Daily Express entertainment editor writes a play in which the showbiz section of his lightly fictionalized newsroom is called…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:58AM

Spring Awakening Ticket Giveaway by New York Theater

Ticket Givewaway: Win two tickets to see Spring Awakening for free. I love this show; it’s joyful and beautiful, with an exciting and appealing cast, 17 of whom are making their Broad…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 08:56AM

Husbands and Sons review – Anne-Marie Duff shines through violation of DH Lawrence by Michael Billington

Dorfman, London The performance impress, but Ben Power and Marianne Elliott falter when they try to weave three singular DH Lawrence plays into an ill-conceived wholeThe autumn season is awa…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:51AM

The Bear review – move over War Horse, this polar puppet is magic by Miriam Gillinson

Polka theatre, LondonAdapted from Raymond Briggs’s picture book, this enchanting production is everything children’s theatre should beAt one point during The Bear, my goddaughter Blue tu…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:51AM

You Don’t Need A Therapist If You Have A Voice Coach (Or…. The Top 5 Things You Should Expect From Your Voice Teacher) by Missy Whitis

“There’s not a lot one can teach me at this point,” said the acclaimed musical theatre singer standing in a group of theatre professionals, when asked with whom he was currently studyi…

SOURCE: newmusicaltheatre.com at 08:42AM

NY Pops Celebrates Billie Holiday Centennial Nov. 13 by Sandi Durell

  On November 13, 2015 at 8:00PM, The New York Pops, led by Music Director Steven Reineke, will continue its 33rd season at Carnegie Hall’s Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage with Sophis…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 08:40AM

The Gin Game by Joy

Wow! From start to finish The Gin Game was a sheer pleasure to watch, I enjoyed every second. James Earl Jones and Cicely Tyson are the two spectacular people who are in the Broadway revival…

SOURCE: broadwaywiz.com at 08:24AM

VIDEO: Kristin Chenoweth Invites Chicago Songwriter Onstage for WICKED Performance by Stage Tube

This past Saturday, Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth invited Chicago songwriterAEA actress Jess Godwin onstage during her concert at the Chicago Theatre to sing a stunning rendition of 'For G…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:19AM

80 Playwrights Band Together to Protest Lack of Designer Credits in New York Times by BroadwayWorld

Some of the greatest playwrights of our time, including Tracy Letts, Terrence McNally, Amy Herzog, John Guare and Tony Kushner,banded together this week in support of the United Scenic Artis…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:19AM

Support SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young! Bid On Tea For Two With Sutton Foster by Michael Dale

Join the two-time Tony winner for tea and conversation at New York's Alice's Tea Cup.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:19AM

Billy Joel to Perform National Anthem at Game Three of World Series by BroadwayWorld

New York native Billy Joel will perform the National Anthem at Game Three of the 2015 World series, a rivalry between the Kansas City Royals and the New York Mets.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:19AM

VIDEO: Billy Joel To Sing National Anthem Before World Series Game 3, Plays 'Meet The Mets' at MSG Concert by Michael Dale

Long Island's own Piano Man, Billy Joel, will sing The Star-Spangled Banner Friday night at Citi Field.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:19AM

Photos: Beverley Knight celebrates Cats opening night

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh were also in attendance

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:03AM

Nick Bromley: How to get your audience in – and keep them happy by Nick Bromley

As a company manager, let me confess to a fascination with the audience. But I am not referring to that recent pageant

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:00AM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Samantha Spiro: 'I have friends in therapy and I am jealous' by Kate Kellaway

The actor talks about the psychology of Lady Macbeth – and feelings of guilt closer to homeSamantha Spiro suggests, when we meet on a summer afternoon at the Globe theatre, that rehearsal …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:33AM

Leaps and bounds: Lois Greenfield captures dancers in flight by Guardian Staff

The American photographer, who creates hyperreal tableaux of dancers at work, talks us through the images in her new book Moving Still Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:33AM

REVIEW: Sylvia, Cort Theatre ✭✭ by Stephen Collins

By Stephen Collins There are many ways to read the play, but the most obvious is probably correct. Sylvia is a metaphor for a trophy girlfriend; she is someone Greg can use to make himself f…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 07:23AM

No 'Boo at the Zoo' Tuesday night due to rain by Amanda St. Amand

"Boo at the Zoo" continues nightly through Oct. 30. 

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 07:16AM

'The Diary of Anne Frank' at Maplewood Richmond Heights High School by [email protected]

The classic tragedy of a young girl and her family was well executed with the playful youth and charming chemistry of the Maplewood Richmond Heights High School cast for The Diary of Anne Fr…

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 07:16AM

Creative agency touts Gateway Arch poster by [email protected]

Tremendousness has "50 Years/50 Facts" collectible

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 07:16AM

'Pride and Prejudice' at Clayton High School

If one were to describe "Pride and Prejudice," they may say "romantic," or "marrying rich," or simply "pride and prejudice in society." One word that may never have been expected is "funny".…

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 07:16AM

'The Diary of Anne Frank' at Maplewood Richmond Heights High School by [email protected]

Upon entering the theatre, a sobering reminder was fastened upon each audience member's sleeve with a grey cloth band with yellow Star of David--the distinctive mark of a Jew in Nazi Germany…

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 07:16AM

Adele tops Shazam charts in St. Louis

St. Louis' most-Shazamed tracks, brought to you exclusively by Go! Magazine and STLtoday.com

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 07:16AM

'Pride and Prejudice' at Clayton High School

Immediately entering the theater, the audience's eyes were drawn to center stage. The low lights were shown upon the background of an amazingly created piece of artwork. Once the audience ha…

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 07:16AM

Snapshot: Sviatoslav Richter plays Prokofiev by Terry Teachout

Sviatoslav Richter plays excerpts from Prokofiev’s Visions fugitives, Op. 22, in an undated film of a concert performance. He plays Nos. 14, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, 15, and 18: (This is the …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:15AM

BWW's On This Day - October 28, 2015

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on October 28 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:06AM

Tabard: Have yourself a merry little showbiz Christmas by Tabard

Let’s face it. Big Brother isn’t good for anyone’s health, let alone the people who appear on it. On this year’s series,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01AM

Theatre Review: ‘Technicolor Life’ at Rep Stage by Mark Beachy

“There is magic in how a family’s love can change the world from gray to Technicolor,” says Joseph W. Ritsch, director of Technicolor Life, Reps Stage’s entry in the …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:00AM

Almanac: Bertrand Russell on Lenin’s sense of humor by Terry Teachout

“When I met Lenin, I had much less impression of a great man than I had expected; my most vivid impressions were of Mongolian cruelty and bigotry. When I put a question to him about social…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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News: The Alliance releases design of its new home; plans to spend 2017-18 season on the go by Scott Freeman

The Alliance Theatre has released the final design specs for the $22 million renovation that will mark the first major work on the theater since

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 06:59AM

Review: Husbands & Sons (National Theatre, Dorfman)

Anne-Marie Duff stars in Ben Power's adaptation of D H Lawrence's trilogy

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:46AM

Bob Mortimer cancels tour after triple heart bypass operation by Press Association

Comedian known for duo act with Vic Reeves forced to cancel pair’s upcoming anniversary tour to recover from surgeryComedian Bob Mortimer has undergone a triple bypass heart operation.The …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:30AM

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child tickets are on sale today - here's how to get one by Matilda Battersby, Matilda Battersby

Those Potter fans who registered for priority booking will get them today. The rest of us Muggles will have to wait until Friday

SOURCE: The Independent at 06:26AM

Theater Review: 'Sylvia'

The play is thin, but Annaleigh Ashford’s portrayal of the title character, a dog, is memorable.

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 06:10AM

New online site BroadwayHD offers to stream live theater

A new online streaming service launched this week that hopes to one day become the Netflix of Broadway, offering high-definition broadcasts of top theatrical events to computers and phones.

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 06:10AM

‘Nine’ will open on Nov. 13 at The Barn Theatre in Montville

The Barn Theatre in Montville will present “Nine,” a musical drama directed by Camille DiLorenzo, and music direction by Jack Bender.

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 06:10AM

It’s ‘Rehearsal for Murder’ for Parsippany’s Paul Bettys

“Rehearsal for Murder,” a mystery from the television play by Richard Levinson and William Link, adapted for the stage by D.D. Brooke and featuring Parsippany resident Paul Bettys

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 06:10AM

Matthew Broderick and Annaleigh Ashford shine in 'Sylvia' by Joe Dziemianowicz

Matthew Broderick and Annaleigh Ashford star in "Sylvia," a story of a marriage and a mutt

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 06:03AM

NYC students will get $10 tickets to Broadway hit 'Hamilton' by Joe Dziemianowicz

American history just got cooler — and hip-hop-infused — for 20,000 New York City public schoolkids.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 06:03AM

It's puppy love for doggone adorable 'Sylvia' on Broadway

Matthew Broderick and Annaleigh Ashford play a man and his best friend in 'Sylvia.'        

SOURCE: USA Today at 06:03AM

Theater Review: Annaleigh Ashford Is Sylvia’s Rescue Dog by Jesse Green

If, like me, you enjoyed Annaleigh Ashford as the daffy romantic factory worker in Kinky Boots (for which she won a Clarence Derwent award) and loved her as the talentless balletomane in You…

SOURCE: Vulture at 06:03AM

Obituary: Gordon Honeycombe by Anthony Hayward

Most often seen on ITV’s early evening and weekend news programmes, Gordon Honeycombe topped several polls as the viewers’ favourite newscaster, the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:00AM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Beyoncé Is Talking Strut Notes From "Hamilton's" Jonathan Groff by Elizabeth Thompson

Jonathan Groff, one of the stars of the hit Broadway musical Hamilton, is most likely trying to re-materialize this morning, after being turned to a puddle from an encounter with Beyoncé.Gr…

SOURCE: Paper Mag at 05:49AM

Natasha Tripney’s theatre picks: October 28 by Natasha Tripney

After a little lull, things kick up a gear this week with a major new opening at the National, plus the third

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Are Pixels Really that Precious? by Tracey Paleo

American Theatre:  80 writers protest – in writing, of course – the NY Times decision to cut designer and stage manager credits from play reviews.  Perhaps space is at a premium in a…

SOURCE: footlights.click at 04:25AM

Dance Review: ‘Excalibur’ by Ballet Theatre of Maryland at MD Hall for the Creative Arts by Mark Beachy

Armed with a degree in English Literature, the Artistic Director of the Ballet Theatre of Maryland, Dianna Cuatto wrote the libretto for an original ballet called, Excalibur.  Add to that…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:00AM

Competition: Win tickets to see The Sound of Music at the Broadway Theatre, Peterborough by The Stage

See The Sound of Music as part of the grand re-opening of the Peterborough Broadway! One of the greatest musicals of all

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:00AM

Douglas McPherson: Actors need to rethink their double standards over circus animals by Douglas McPherson

As Britain’s last lion tamer, Thomas Chipperfield is used to facing down predators. So the 25-year-old was quick to fight back when

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:00AM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Phil Willmott: What’s bugging you about the theatre industry? by Phil Willmott

Knowing I’d be covering a few of Mark Shenton’s blog spots while he was on holiday, I asked, via Facebook and other

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM

How To Make Images Behave Inside Mailchimp RSS Campaign Templates by Drew McManus

MailChimp (MC) is one of the most popular email marketing providers for a host of good reasons but even the best of providers have a few minor annoyances and in MC’s case, it’s the inabi…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Spine: Is ‘Avenue Q’ Just What the Doctor Ordered? Constellation Theatre’s Marvelous Production by Robert Michael Oliver

Let me be absolutely clear. I loved Constellation Theatre Company’s production of Avenue Q, which opened last night to a packed, laughing audience. Fast paced, precisely choreographed …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:34AM

BWW Review: Annaleigh Ashford Gives a Quirky and Endearing Star Turn In SYLVIA by Michael Dale

The gifted comic performer is pure gold in A.R. Gurney's tale of a man and his dog.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:26AM
Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Throw A Big Fat Fake Wedding by Joe Patti

A few weeks ago I read an article about how a company in Argentina is doing good business throwing fake weddings. Apparently most young people aren’t getting married or are only having…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 01:14AM

Sylvia, Starring Annaleigh Ashford and Matthew Broderick, Opens on Broadway; Red Carpet Arrivals and by Matthew Blank

Annaleigh Ashford, a Tony winner for her performance in You Can't Take It With You, returns to Broadway playing an adorable, outspoken pooch in A.R. Gurney's touching comedy&nbsp…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02AM

Notable November Preview by Maxamoo

Download file Aurin, Jack, and Nicole discuss their picks for theater in November.  We’ve got a bunch of shows for $25 and under.   We’ve got new writers from the US and beyond…

SOURCE: Maxamoo at 01:00AM

Shemar Moore on Longevity of "Criminal Minds" & Origin of Baby Girl by Young Hollywood

Shemar Moore on Longevity of "Criminal Minds" & Origin of Baby Girl Actor Shemar Moore pays a visit to the YH Studio to talk about his role on the long-running CBS crime drama "Criminal Mind…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Robert DeLong Gives Live EDM Performance Demo in YH Studio by Young Hollywood

Robert DeLong Gives Live EDM Performance Demo in YH Studio EDM artist Robert DeLong brings his midi control gear to the YH Studio for a live demo of his one-man band skills and performs his …

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Celebs Talk Heroes and Giving Back at AIDS Foundation Event by Young Hollywood

Celebs Talk Heroes and Giving Back at AIDS Foundation Event YH is at the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation's annual Time for Heroes event to catch up with child stars old and new to…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Interviews: Lauren Pritchard on Songbird, Spring Awakening, and Singing as "Lolo"

Broadway's original "Ilse," now a singer-songwriter in her own right, is bringing a Nashville feel to Chekhov's The Seagull.

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Huntington Premieres WICKED Book Writer Winnie Holzman's New Play CHOICE Tonight by BroadwayWorld

The Huntington Theatre Companypresents the world premiere of CHOICE by award-winning playwright Winnie Holzman and directed by Sheryl Kaller Next Fall on Broadway. The play officially opens …

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Stephanie J. Block, Ana Gasteyer, Jackie Hoffman and More Celebrate SETH'S BROADWAY DIARY, VOLUME 2 Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Dress Circle Publishing celebrates SETH'S BROADWAY DIARY, VOLUME 2 The Inside Scoop on almost Every Broadway Show amp Star, the second in a series by Sirius XM radio host Seth Rudetsky with …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:46AM

Matthew Broderick Stars In ‘Sylvia,’ Broadway’s Shaggy Dog Story – Review by Jeremy Gerard

Matthew Broderick plays Matthew Broderick and Annaleigh Ashford plays the dog he picks up in Central Park. They’re both pretty adorable in the Broadway premiere of A.R. Gurney’s …

SOURCE: Deadline at 12:30AM

Age of Arousal undercut by lack of design: Review by Carly Maga - Special To The Star

First installment in Factory Theatre’s ‘Naked Season’ shows how a great play with great performances can be brought down by esthetic critiques.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 12:01AM

"You Are Actually in Charge" — Lauren Pritchard On Graduating from Actor to Creator With Her Off-Broadway Songbird by Carey Purcell

Songbird, the new musical at 59E59, is the latest effort by Spring Awakening alum Lauren Pritchard and producer Allison Bressi. The two open up about being young women in charge of …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Phantoms, Zombies and Ghosts Thrills and Chills from Your Favorite Frightening Musicals by Carey Purcell

Musical theatre abounds with sparkling dance numbers and happy endings, but stories of ghosts and ghouls have also graced the stage. Take a look at some of the scary stories that have spooke…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Their Favorite Things: “Facts of Life” Star Charlotte Rae Shares Her Theatregoing Experiences, Inclu by Andrew Gans

Stage and screen veteran Charlotte Rae, who is best known for her role as Mrs. Garrett on the long-running TV series "Facts of Life," shares the Broadway performances that most…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Who Let the Dogs Out? 9 Adorable Pictures of Broadway Stars and Their Dogs You Need to See! by Michael Gioia

Broadway's best are getting together to celebrate man's best friend at Feinstein's/54 Below, and they've shared exclusive pictures of themselves and their dogs too adorable t…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

National Black Theatre Kicks Off New Season Tonight with Dead and Breathing by Olivia Clement

Harlem's National Black Theatre presents the New York City premiere of Dead and Breathing by Chisa Hutchinson beginning Oct. 28. The darkly comic play is directed by Obie winner Jonathan…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

It’s Popular! Wicked Celebrates 5,000th Performance Tonight by Robert Viagas

The hit Stephen Schwartz-Winnie Holzman musical Wicked celebrates its 5,000th performance Oct. 28 at 8 PM at the Gershwin Theatre.

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Who Let the Dogs Out? 7 Adorable Pictures of Broadway Stars and Their Dogs You Need to See! by Michael Gioia

Broadway's best are getting together to celebrate man's best friend at Feinstein's/54 Below, and they've shared exclusive pictures of themselves and their dogs too adorable t…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Harold Pinter’s The Room Begins Off-Broadway Run by Olivia Clement

Ahead of its Los Angeles debut, The Wooster Group presents Harold Pinter's The Room Off-Broadway; it is the first play by the playwright, penned when he was just 27 years ol…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Lauren Pritchard’s Songbird, About Dreams, Love and Heartbreak, Opens Tonight Off-Broadway by Michael Gioia

Songbird, a play with music by Spring Awakening actress Lauren Pritchard — about dreams, ambition, love and heartbreak — officially opens Oct. 28 at Off-Broa…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

James Michael Shoberg embraces the dark side of life by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

James Michael Shoberg points out that he has no tats or piercings and he doesn’t drink or do drugs. He just has an obsession with the macabre, so people tend to have certain misconceptions.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Stage preview: Solo show 'Elephant Wrestler' looks into the heart of India by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“The Elephant Wrestler” tells an intricate story involving seven singing sisters, a heroic policeman and their lasting effect on others.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

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