Friday, November 18, 2016 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Aleksandr Sokurov’s ‘Francofonia’ at Dundee Contemporary Arts by Amanda Avery

‘Francofonia’ a film by director Aleksandr Sokurov will be screened at Dundee Contemporary Arts through November 24, 2016.The plot is a combination of philosophy, history, art, and …

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 11:58PM

Mike Pence Got Booed, Directly Addressed by Cast at Hamilton Tonight by Jordan Crucchiola,kaitlin Fontana

Vice-president elect Mike Pence, a man who has vocally supported his president’s proposal to build a border wall between Mexico and the United States and who has also advocated for funding…

SOURCE: Vulture at 11:54PM

Hamilton Cast to VP-elect Mike Pence: Respect Us by New York Theater

Vice President-elect Mike Pence saw Hamilton tonight on Broadway, where he was both jeered and cheered by a disruptive audience at times. At the curtain call, Brandon V. Dixon, who plays Aar…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 11:52PM

Theatre Review: ‘TAME.’ presented by WSC Avant Bard at Gunston Arts Center, Theatre II by Norah Dick

I have a feeling this sentiment might be echoed by other reviews, and possibly by theatre-goers, but it’s nevertheless true that the protagonist of “TAME.” is a nasty woman. She chain-…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:49PM

Vice President-Elect Mike Pence Greeted with Applause and Boos at Hamilton by Adam Hetrick

Watch video of the scene at the Friday night performance of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway hit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:47PM

Vice President-Elect Mike Pence Greeted with Boos and a Speech at Hamilton by Adam Hetrick

Watch video of Brandon Victor Dixon's dramatic curtain speech to Pence.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:47PM

Live Event Review: ‘Metropolis’ screening by Constellation Theatre Company by Chris Williams

Constellation Theatre’s latest offering is a screening of Fritz Lang’s iconic film “Metropolis,” to live original music composed, improvised, and performed by Tom Teasley. When “Me…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:42PM

Future veep Mike Pence met with boos at 'Hamilton' performance by Denis Slattery

The audience at the musical “Hamilton” booed Vice President-elect Mike Pence as he tried to take in the hottest show on the Great White Way.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 11:36PM

Theatre Review: ‘Grease’ at The Georgetown Gilbert & Sullivan Society by Maria Materise

This isn’t the Rydell High you know and love. The Georgetown Gilbert & Sullivan Society gives “Grease” a modern twist with an all-female cast – and pulls it off for one entertain…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:33PM

Is Australian theatre racist? by Nakkiah Lui

Playwright Andrew Bovell has accused it of being 'dominantly white' – a discussion which ultimately sits within the bigger discussion of racism in AustraliaOn Thursday, the playwright Andr…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:31PM

‘Onegin’ at Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, Toronto by Nathan Richards

The National Ballet of Canada will present the three-act ballet 'Onegin', to be staged at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, from November 23-27, 2016.Based on the 19…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 11:20PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Summer Rain by Arts Review

Nick Enright and Terence Clarke’s light-hearted yet bittersweet Australian story with delightful songs and lively dance numbers makes Summer Rain the perfect way to end the year at the N…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:51PM

Twitter Watch: Vice President-Elect Mike Pence Receives Icy Reception at Broadway's HAMILTON by Alexa Criscitiello

Current Vice President-elect, Michael Pence, paid a visit to Broadway's revolutionary mega-hit, 'Hamilton' this evening and reports from inside the theater confirm a less than enthusiastic r…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42PM

SAG-AFTRA Video Game Strike Gets Equity Endorsement by BroadwayWorld

The Actors' Equity Association has decided to back SAG-AFTRA's strike against video game companies and has instructed its members not to accept voice-over or performance capture work from th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:42PM

Essential Arts & Culture: An immigration musical, self portraits fusing black and white, getting gender-bendy by Carolina A. Miranda

A new show of photography merges black and white identity. Redoing the postmodern Crystal Cathedral in Orange County. And a Finnish conductor brings a fresh perspective to established works …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 10:30PM

‘The Nutcracker’ at Four Seasons Centre, Toronto by Nathan Richards

Popular ballet, 'The Nutcracker' will be staged by the National Ballet of Canada at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, Toronto, from December 10 through December…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 10:28PM

Call Answered: Facetime Interview: Gary Busey & Catherine Russell: Perfect Crime by Call Me Adam

From the set of the Off-Broadway show "Perfect Crime," "Call Me Adam" gets inside the mind of Oscar nominee Gary Busey who will join "Perfect Crime" star Catherine Russell for two weeks only…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 10:23PM

Review: Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley (Northlight Theatre) by Catey Sullivan

With Northlight Theatre's Miss Bennet-Christmas at Pemberley, playwrights Margot Melcon and Lauren Gunderson craft a sparkling, witty, feel-good world premiere rom-com that is also a sharp, …

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 10:12PM

'Don Giovanni' at Royal Opera House Muscat by Leila Sharp

Royal Opera House Muscat will see the staging of 'Don Giovanni' by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart from November 24 to 27, 2016.A wonderful melodrama with supernatural elements and humorous und…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 10:08PM

On the Couch with Dion Mills by Arts Review

Who is Dion Mills? An actor based in Melbourne, currently playing Leonard in  an Artefact Theatre Co. production of Theresa Rebeck’s Seminar: a comedy at Chapel Off Chapel in Prahran.…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:06PM

Mike Pence Booed at ‘Hamilton’ Performance by Pat Saperstein

Vice-president elect Mike Pence went to see the hip-hop musical “Hamilton” on Broadway Friday night, and the performance was disrupted when the audience wouldn’t stop booin…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:06PM

‘Roméo et Juliette’ at Opera Theater, Seoul Arts Center, Seoul by Paul Sung

Charles Gounod's 'Roméo et Juliette' will be staged at the Korea National Opera, Seoul, from December 8-11, 2016. The show is a culmination of five acts, where the play Romeo and Juliet has…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 10:02PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Off-Broadway avoids strike with a 5-year contract agreement by Mark Kennedy

Off-Broadway actors and producers agreed Friday on a new labor contract that boosts performers’ wages in a deal that ensures dozens of New York shows stay open as the holidays approach, fr…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 09:54PM

Sami Yusuf ‘For one night only’ at Dubai Opera by Leila Sharp

 Dubai Opera will present international musician Sami Yusuf 'For one night only' on December 16, 2016 at 8pm.The special concert will feature the world premiere of Sami Yusuf’s new co…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 09:40PM

‘The Nutcracker on Ice’ at Dubai Opera, Dubai by Leila Sharp

 Dubai Opera presents 'The Nutcracker on Ice' featuring the Imperial Ice Stars. The performance will be staged from December 6 to 9, 2016.Set against a backdrop of colourful scenes and …

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 09:27PM

Opera ‘La Traviata’ at Seattle Opera’s McCaw Hall by Isabella Mason

Seattle Opera’s McCaw Hall will host the opera 'La Traviata' on selected dates from January 14 through January 28, 2017. (January 14, 15, 18, 21, 22, 25, 27, & 28).'La Traviata' is a c…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 09:10PM

'Hamilton' Broadway Cast Addresses Mike Pence in Audience: "Work on Behalf of All of Us" by ,

The Vice President-elect was met with boos from the audience when he attended the hit musical Friday night.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:02PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Anonymous Complaint Derails Burning Coal Theatre Company Female Directing Initiative by BroadwayWorld

An endeavor to hire female directors for upcoming 2017 productions, initiated by nine North Carolina theater companies as a response to the misogynistic rhetoric of the 2016 presidential ele…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:43PM

Abuse Prevention in a Coarsening Society: Reflecting on This Week’s LA STAGE Talk by Steven Leigh Morris

by STEVEN LEIGH MORRIS Wednesday evening, LA STAGE Alliance and the Theatrical Producers League of Los Angeles hosted an LA STAGE Talk (presented in partnership with California Lawyers f…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 08:42PM

'Roz and Ray' factors in pain by Chris Jones

For much of the 20th century, being a hemophiliac likely meant a short, unhappy, unemployed life, crippled by repeated bleeds. But by the 1970s, work had progressed on what, in Karen Hartman…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:30PM

Off Broadway Equity Actors and Stage Managers Win Pay Increase by Michael Paulson and Jennifer Schuessler

After contentious contract talks, the Actors’ Equity Association and the Off-Broadway League have reached an agreement to raise pay for actors and stage managers.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:18PM

Off-Broadway avoids strike with a 5-year contract agreement by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Off-Broadway actors and producers agreed Friday on a new labor contract that boosts performers' wages in a deal that ensures dozens of New York shows stay op…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 08:14PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Immortal Technique is Sorry He Threw Lin-Manuel Miranda in a Trash Can by Kaitlin Fontana

When he was on the WTF podcast this week, Lin-Manuel Miranda brought up his childhood bully, rapper Immortal Technique. Apparently, the rapper — who, like LMM, was a gifted kid of color co…

SOURCE: Vulture at 07:59PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Lora Lee Gayer of Holiday Inn by Broadway.com

Lora Lee Gayer of Holiday Inn stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat with Paul Wontorek.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:31PM

Rachel Bloom Nods to Playbill in her Crazy Ex-Girlfriend by Ruthie Fierberg

The Emmy winner is a self-proclamined musical theatre nerd—apparently, so is her character.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:15PM

Poppy Seed Festival – discussing LadyCake with Anna Rodway by Maddi Ostapiw

A self-described “theatre-maker, dessert-baker, actor and writer”, Anna Rodway is currently appearing in LadyCake as part of Melbourne’s Poppy Seed Theatre Festival. Below,…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:12PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Equity Reaches New Off-Broadway Contract Agreement by Robert Viagas

New five-year contract brings ”hefty” raises, according to the AEA president.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:43PM

Broadway Unplugged: Ben Rappaport, Matt Moisey, & Nick Rehberger Gorgeously Reimagine Fiddler's "Sunrise, Sunset"

Fiddler on the Roof's Ben Rappaport, Matt Moisey, & Nick Rehberger perform a gorgeous, acoustic version of "Sunrise, Sunset"

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 06:20PM

Work by URINETOWN Creators and More Slated for Goodspeed's 2017 Festival of New Musicals by BroadwayWorld

The 12th Annual Goodspeed Festival of New Musicals, produced by Goodspeed Musicals' Max Showalter Center for Education in Musical Theatre, kicks off its much-anticipated three-day festival o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:06PM

Photo Flash: The HAIRSPRAY Company Poses from Universal Backlot! by BroadwayWorld

It's just weeks until HAIRSPRAY LIVE airs on NBC and the company is hard at work at their very own Universal backlot, rehearsing for the big day Below, check out two recent photos of the cas…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:06PM

Off-Broadway League and Actors' Equity Come to Historic New Agreement by BroadwayWorld

Actors' Equity Association and the Off-Broadway League announced today that they have reached an agreement for a new 5-year contract for actors and stage managers who work at commercial and …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:06PM

BWW Review: TERMS OF ENDEARMENT at 59E59 - A Theatrical Gem by Marina Kennedy

Area audiences should treasure the opportunity to see 'Terms of Endearment' starring Molly Ringwald and Hannah Dunne now at 59E59 Theaters through Sunday, December 11th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:06PM

Jason Sudeikis Charms The Boys Of Welton Academy In Live ‘Dead Poets Society’ – Review by Jeremy Gerard

Jason Sudeikis has enough mischief in his eyes to make John Keating a credible non-conformist hero in Dead Poets Society. You’ve heard of this secret club of pubescent prep-school pis…

SOURCE: Deadline at 06:05PM

Baritone Bernard Turgeon originated the role of Louis Riel by Martin Morrow

He won acclaim for his portrayal of the Métis leader in the eponymous opera, which premiered in 1967

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 06:00PM

Theater News: Rush Policy Announced for Alton Brown's Eat Your Science on Broadway

See the Food Network personality live onstage.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Rep's 'Dybbuk' weds folklore with audience immersion by James Hebert

Not every ghost story hitting the boards this season features the likes of Scrooge — and San Diego Rep doesn’t necessarily give a figgy pudding if its upcoming world-premiere production…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 06:00PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Did porn force Disney to change the title of its new movie? by Christian Gollayan

The wholesome new Disney movie, out Nov. 23, is named after a Polynesian princess — but for Italians, the film’s moniker brings to mind a somewhat less innocent lady: Moana Pozzi, a popu…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 05:56PM

'Lysistrata Jones', new artistic director for Refuge Theatre Project's season by Morgan Greene

Refuge Theatre Project announced its third season and the company's new artistic director Friday. Co-founder and former artistic director Ross Egan will be replaced by Christopher Pazdernik,…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 05:53PM

Review: ‘Metropolis’ at Constellation Theatre Company by Nicole Hertvik

Percussion and film enthusiasts, listen up! For five nights only, Constellation Theatre Company presents a unique combination of the silent-film Metropolis set to a new score by renowned per…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:50PM

You can see ‘Frozen’ onstage, on a cruise ship by Carole Sovocool

With about two years left to go until the much-anticipated Broadway launch of “Frozen,” those eager to “Let It Go” can get a chill fix with a 55-minute live version that had its worl…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 05:47PM

Equity, Off-Broadway Theatres Announce 5-Year Pact by American Theatre Editors

The union and #FairWageOnstage activists praise a 'historic' though as yet unspecified pay increase.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:41PM

How to get Annoying Actor Friend’s Lights of Broadway Show Card by @actor_friend

Yo Lightcatchers! Annoying Actor Friend has been included in the super rare NOT IN PACKS Autumn 2016 edition of The Lights of Broadway Show Cards! The only way to gain access to one of these…

SOURCE: annoyingactorfriend.com at 05:39PM

Rachel Bloom: A Song I Love by Amy Sapp

I have a real allergy to songs being cute. That was my problem when I was an auditioning musical theater actress. A lot of musical theater songs that are comedic are cute. But the thing you …

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 05:26PM

Catching the Brass Kesselring by Sandi Durell

  By Beatrice  Williams-Rude     The 2016 Kesselring Prize was awarded to playwright Lindsey Ferrentino Monday, Nov. 14,, at The National Arts Club. For those fortunate enoug…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 05:21PM

Opera ‘The Daughter of the Regiment’ at Washington National Opera by Isabella Mason

The Washington National Opera will stage 'The Daughter of the Regiment' at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts from November 12 through November 20, 2016.'The Daughter of…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:21PM

Review: Strindberg: A Monkey, A Miser and Two Lovebirds Walk Into a Forest by Michael Block

By Ed MalinIn 1906, Strindberg wrote a humorous fable, in uncounted iambic verse, appropriate for children.  Leave it to Strindberg Rep to present Abu Casem’s Slippers as part of thei…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 05:18PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda Walks Moana's Ocean Blue Carpet, Cheno & Ariana Grande Share a Smooch & Other Sweet Hot Shots by Broadway.com

We want to be part of Kristin Chenoweth and Ariana Grande's lovefest! Our latest hot shot roundup includes plenty of Broadway fave love to go around. Take a look for some warm fuzzies!

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:18PM

Odds & Ends: Usher’s Aaron Burr Was Worth the Wait, Eddie Redmayne Channels Grizabella & More by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. The Ham Fam Rules New Music Friday...Again Last Friday, Hamil-fans were treated to two new Hamilton Mixtape tracks, a Moana…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:18PM

Billy Elliot Props For Sale by Bt

Highland Park Players are selling several props from their recent production of Billy Elliot. Some highlighted props include boxing gloves, boxing bag, ballet bags, police shields and more. …

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 05:06PM

Josh Groban, Denee Benton and the Cast of 'GREAT COMET' Set for Ars Nova's NOVA BALL REMIX by BroadwayWorld

ArsNovaannounces Nova Ball Remix, the non-profit's winter gala, which will take place on Monday, December 5 at Capitale 130 Bowery. Nova Ball Remix will celebrate Natasha, Pierre amp the Gre…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:02PM

STAGE TUBE: Baby One More Time! Watch Clips from BROADWAY LOVES BRITNEY at Feinstein's/54 Below by Stage Tube

The Broadway Loves series made its eagerly-anticipated return to Feinstein's54 Below this month with Broadway Loves Britney, a sleek evening of song and dance paying tribute to the princess …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:02PM

Photo Flash: HAMILTON's George Washington, Nicholas Christopher, Visits Hamilton Grange! by BroadwayWorld

Earlier today,FindYourPark ambassadorMikah Meyermet with Hamilton's newest George Washington Nicholas ChristopherMiss Saigon, Lazarus, Motownfor a private tour ofHamilton Grange National Mem…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:02PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘Love Jones: The Musical’ at The National Theatre by Gina Jun

Nearly 20 years after the cult classic, romantic comedy Love Jones made its big screen release, a celebratory musical reinterpretation takes stage at the National Theatre, showcasing awar…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:57PM

ALTON BROWN: EAT YOUR SCIENCE Announces Broadway Rush Policy by BroadwayWorld

Alton Brown Live Eat Your Science will offer general rush tickets beginning at 1000am at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre box office on performance days.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:55PM

Seussical celebrates difference at Young People's Theatre: review by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

Thom Allison’s production of Seussical walks the walk of commitment to inclusion on multiple levels.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 04:55PM

Relating Perception in "Notes on Blindness" by Juliet Helmke

After years of struggling with failing sight, John Hull lost his last remaining vision in 1980, mid-way through his career a professor of religious education at Birmingham University, with a…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 04:53PM

BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Draws the Stage - NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET 1812 by Ken Fallin

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Below, check out his latest …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:51PM

Laura Osnes Leaves No Glass Slipper Behind, Christian Borle’s Best Served on the Rocks & More Lessons of the Week by Lindsey Sullivan

Friday has arrived, and while we're no closer to figuring out Mama Morton's first name (Estelle?!) or how we are going to possibly complete this week's Culturalist without an epi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:42PM

Untitled Donna Summer Project Joins La Jolla Lineup by Olivia Clement

The West Coast theatre has announced four world premieres for its 2107-18 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:40PM

Review: Cooking Their Way Out of the ’50s, Singing by Neil Genzlinger

In “A Taste of Things to Come,” a breezy musical at York Theater Company, four friends navigate the 1950s, the 1960s and the inevitability of change.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:36PM

First Nighter: "Terms of Endearment" Not Endearing on Stage, Gideon Irving Happily Declares "My Name is Gideon," GQ and JQ (W)rap by David Finkle

It's not that either is outright bad (a full Dead Poets Society review can be found elsewhere on The Huffington Post), but

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 04:34PM

First Nighter: "Terms of Endearment" Not Endearing on Stage, Gideon Irving Happily Declares "My Name is Gideon," GQ and JQ (W)rap by David Finkle

"You must be tolerant of talent," he said, perhaps intuiting the slightly negative reaction I was about to express about

SOURCE: www.huffpost.com at 04:34PM

Full Cast Announced for RENT at The Other Palace (formerly St. James Theatre)

   Bruce Guthrie’s production of Jonathan Larson's heart rending multiple award winning rock musical RENT is set to run at The Other Palace (formerly the St. James Theatr…

SOURCE: https at 04:25PM

Review: ‘A Child’s Christmas in Wales’ at Walnut Street Theatre by Celeste Mann

From the moment I entered the Independence Studio on 3 (3rd floor of the Walnut Street Theatre), the holiday spirit was evident. Hot cider was available for the audience to savor, and once i…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:24PM

BroadwayCon’s Kids on Broadway Panel Lines Up Stars of Fun Home, Tuck Everlasting, Annie, and More by Adam Hetrick

Broadway’s youngest stars are heading to BroadwayCon as part of a special panel exploring the lives and careers of child actors.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:14PM

Take a Look at Feinstein’s/54 Below Performers Including Tracie Thoms and Rory O'Malley by Monica Simoes

Tracie Thoms, Rory O'Malley, Norm Lewis, Charles Busch, Orfeh, and Andy Karl will offer concerts at the intimate cabaret venue. Take a sneak peak here!

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:03PM

Theater News: Donna Summer, Jimmy Buffett Musicals Set for La Jolla Playhouse

The shows will have their world premieres.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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La Jolla Playhouse Announces 4 World Premieres for 2017-18 by American Theatre Editors

Next season will feature a musical from Jimmy Buffett, and plays by Rachel Bonds and Hansol Jung.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:51PM

Review: King Charles III (Chicago Shakespeare Theater) by Catey Sullivan

As clever and gorgeous as King Charles III is to behold, Mike Bartlett's tale about what would happen if Prince Charles took the throne falters in the storytelling. The Royal family never se…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 03:42PM

Spine: The Second City’s ‘Black Side of the Moon’ at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company by Robert Michael Oliver

“We are not a monolith! We are not a monolith! We are not a monolith!” chanted the six-member cast at the start of Woolly Mammoth’s Second City’s Black Side of the Moon. And,…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:36PM

Review: ‘Memory Rings.’ Forget About It. by Charles Isherwood

This whimsical dance-theater work from Phantom Limb, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, is part of a trilogy focused on “environmental concerns.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:36PM

Rancho Viejo by Doug Marino

Where do I start?  It was Awful, with a capital 'A'.  Underlined 3 times.  No, it was not the too-late-to-leave notice given by the director (Daniel Aukin)before the show star…

SOURCE: Act Three - The Reviews at 03:31PM

‘La La Land’ soundtrack: Pre-order the Oscar contending musical with songs from Emma Stone, Ryan Gosling, John Legend by Marcus James Dixon

They can act, they can dance, but can they sing? Gold Derby’s frontrunner to win Best Picture and Best Score at the Oscars is “La La Land,” Lionsgate’s whimsical roma…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 03:31PM

Review: Dead Poets Society at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

your appreciation of this screen-to-stage adaptation will depend a lot on how you felt about the movie . .

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 03:29PM

Review:Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet - The little musical engine that could makes a triumphant landing on Broadway -- with review of Groban's substitute

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 03:29PM

Philadelphia Theatre Company presents ‘Found’ (first review) by Toby Zinman

There's energy and fun in 'Found,' based on the scrappy life of 'Found' magazine's creator, Davy Rothbart, Toby Zinman reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:28PM

Review: Maybe Later, Santa. The Holidays Are for High Kicking. by Elisabeth Vincentelli

The 2016 “Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes” has put the Music Hall dance troupe’s name in the title with good reason.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:24PM

Akram Khan's Giselle, Sadler's Wells, London, review: It proves to be a triumph by Zoë Anderson, Zoë Anderson

The English National Ballet dance Khan's new 'Giselle', which stars Tamara Rojo, with utter conviction

SOURCE: The Independent at 03:24PM

La La Land Film Musical Soundtrack Available for Pre-Order Today by Robert Viagas

The movie musical, featuring a score by the Dear Evan Hansen songwriters, opens in December.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:19PM

See Her Now! Watch Sutton Foster Dazzle in Sweet Charity Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

The New Group production of the Cy Coleman/Dorothy Fields classic runs through January 8, 2017.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:18PM

Exclusive! See Sutton Foster Sing "If My Friends Could See Me Now" from Sweet Charity by Broadway.com

Foster plays Charity Hope Valentine in the New Group production of Sweet Charity, running through January 8, 2017.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:18PM

Review: Chilling at the Holiday Inn by Michael Block

By Michael BlockIn a landscape of heavy, thought-provoking theater, sometimes all we need is theater that will entertain. The recipe to make an audience smile is a sprinkling of well-known s…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 03:18PM

Broadway Stars Come Together To Sing Hip-Hop Story Songs for Kids

David Reiser's Little Golden Hooks album has kids songs adults actually want to listen to.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:09PM

MGM’s ‘Valley Girl’ Musical Draws Rachel Lee Goldenberg to Direct by Dave McNary

MGM has tapped Rachel Lee Goldenberg (“A Deadly Adoption”) to direct MGM’s musical adaptation of the 1983 comedy “Valley Girl.” The new “Valley Girl” is…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:06PM

W.C. Fields History Walk Tomorrow! by Trav S.D.

Saturday, Nov. 19, 1:00-3:00 PM: W.C. Fields History Walk Walk in the footsteps of W.C. Fields and see where he lived, worked, and socialized. This two-hour walk is led by Kevin C. Fitzpatr…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 03:02PM

Music News: La La Land Album, Featuring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, Sets Release

The new film, with music by Pasek and Paul, is directed by Damian Chazelle.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: David Schwimmer, Jessica Hecht, and More Set for After Orlando Readings

The events will take place at the DR2 Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theo Ubique plans move to Evanston by Chris Jones

The Theo Ubique Theatre, since 2003 a mainstay of the Rogers Park cultural district and well known for its skilled, hyper-intimate productions of Broadway musicals, is likely moving to Evans…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:00PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Marc Forster to Direct ‘Christopher Robin’ the Live Action ‘Winnie the Pooh’ Movie for Disney by Justin Kroll

Marc Forster will direct “Christopher Robin,” the live-action adaptation of Disney’s classic cartoon “Winnie the Pooh” which centers on boy who befriends the …

SOURCE: Variety at 02:58PM

New Donna Summer Musical, Leigh Silverman-Helmed WILD GOOSE DREAMS and More Round Out La Jolla Playhouse's 2017-18 Season by BroadwayWorld

La Jolla Playhouse, nationally-renowned for the development of new work, announces four world-premiere productions for the 20172018 season, including the previously-announced Escape to Marga…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:48PM

'Nutcracker Suite & Spicy' At Atheneum Owes Its Magic To An Angel by Susan Dunne

"Nutcracker Suite & Spicy," a modern-day adaptation of the classic Tchaikovsky ballet, will give its seventh annual presentation Dec. 9 to 11 in Hartford. But it never would have made it pas…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 02:48PM

Up on the Marquee: ALTON BROWN LIVE: EAT YOUR SCIENCE by Walter McBride

Alton Brown Live Eat Your Science will make its Broadway debut Thanksgiving week for eight performances only at theEthel BarrymoreTheatre 243 W 47th St.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:44PM

Tyne Daly, Richard Thomas, Jason Danieley Set for Man of No Importance Concert by Andrew Gans

Transport Group will present the evening next month at the Pershing Square Signature Center.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:39PM

News: Theatre Communications Group Releases 36th Annual Research Report: Theatre Facts 2015 by Md Theatre Guide News Desk

Not-for-profit theatres contributed nearly $2.2 billion to the U.S. economy and attracted 29.5 million attendees, according to Theatre Facts 2015, released by Theatre Communications Group (T…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 02:32PM

Rehearsal Space Availability at Steep Theatre by Bt

Our rehearsal hall is located at 1113 W Berwyn Ave, directly next door to Steep Theatre. We are happy to make this space available for classes, rehearsals, workshops, meetings, and other pro…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 02:31PM

On appreciating the delightfully dorky things that David Blaine can do, all with a straight face by Calum Marsh

Calum Marsh: I’m beginning to understand that David Blaine’s resounding lack of cool is precisely his appeal

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 02:31PM

David Schwimmer, Jessica Hecht and More Set for AFTER ORLANDO Readings in NYC by BroadwayWorld

AFTER ORLANDO, directed by Wendy C. Goldberg, isan international theater action comprised of more than 70 short plays written in response to the tragic shooting at Pulse Nightclub on June 12…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:20PM

The Boys in the Band to Receive Short West End Outing by Mark Shenton

The production will transfer to the Vaudeville in February, starring husband-and-husband team Mark Gatiss and Ian Hallard.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:13PM

Pre-Order LA LA LAND Soundtrack and Get 'City of Stars' Now; Full Tracklist! by BroadwayWorld

La La Land Original Motion Picture Soundtrack - which features songs from Lionsgate's upcoming original musical, La La Land, starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling - is now available for pre-o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:11PM

See Her Now! Watch Sutton Foster in Sweet Charity Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

The New Group production of the Cy Coleman/Dorothy Fields classic runs through January 8, 2017.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:06PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Josh Rhodes-Helmed GUYS AND DOLLS at Asolo Rep by BroadwayWorld

GUYS AND DOLLS, hailed as one of the greatest musical comedies of all time, kicks off Asolo Rep's highly anticipated 2016-17 season, the fifth and final of its celebrated American Character …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:04PM

Pilobolus- As Much Theater as Dance by Sandi Durell

    by Alix Cohen   An appearance by the venerable Pilobolus company (45 years strong) offers as much theater as dance. Forever pushing the envelope of strength, symmetry and …

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 02:00PM

Theater News: Hannah Elless, Tyne Daly, and More Join Richard Thomas in A Man of No Importance

The musical will receive a one-night concert presentation by Transport Group.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Workshop It: First Chance to See Danny Aiello and Beth Leavel in Capone and More by Robert Viagas

The musicals and plays of the future often start in professional readings and workshops. Here are four on the drawing board.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:59PM

New works highlight Hubbard Street's protean survival skills by Laura Molzahn

With its fall series, Hubbard Street — Chicago's repository of contemporary dance, old and new, American and European — burgeons yet again. And though it sometimes seems all contemporary…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 01:54PM

Rachel Goldenberg to Helm MGM Musical Adaptation of Romantic Comedy VALLEY GIRL by Movies News Desk

Rachel Goldenberg Lifetime's A DEADLY ADOPTION will helm MGM's upocming musical adaptation of the 1983 romantic comedy VALLEY GIRL.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:41PM

Tomorrow in Brooklyn: Badly Needed Vintage Cartoons by Trav S.D.

Filed under: BROOKLYN, Hollywood (History), Movies, PLUGS, VISUAL ART Tagged: animation, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Shoestring Press, Tommy Jose Strathes, vintage cartoons

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 01:36PM

Interview with Grant MacDermott of Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man by Erin Nagel

This weekend the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is presenting a special presentation of the Off-Broadway hit comedy Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man. In this show, no topic…

SOURCE: Girl Meets Broadway at 01:34PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Josh Radnor and Elizabeth Reaser in THE BABYLON LINE at Lincoln Center Theater by BroadwayWorld

Lincoln Center Theater presents Richard Greenberg's new play THE BABYLON LINE this fall in the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater 150 West 65th Street. The production, directed by Terry Kinney, featu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:32PM

Organizers of popular Art Hotel announce next exhibition

The creative team behind the popular Art Hotel project earlier this year have announced the location for their next endeavor. ArtStreet will be held inside a warehouse at 300 First … C…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 01:31PM

Magic Time! ‘Straight White Men’ at The Studio Theatre by John Stoltenberg

Playwright Young Jean Lee’s audacious title refers to the particular—the white widowed father (Ed) and his three grown sons (Drew, Jake, and Matt) who are on stage for most of this natur…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:30PM

14 GIFs of Sutton Foster in Sweet Charity That All Your Online Convos Need

Sutton Foster is just so GIFable as Charity.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 01:29PM

BWW Review: Shakespeare Goes Hip-Hop In The Q Brothers' OTHELLO: THE REMIX by Michael Dale

To say that The Q Brothers put a new spin on OTHELLO might be too obvious a pun, but their fun and lively hip-hop retelling of Shakespeare's tragedy of racism and revenge, Othello The Remix …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:24PM

Spotlight On...John Marshall by Michael Block

Name: John MarshallHometown: St. Johnsbury, VermontEducation: AMDA NYCSelect Credits: The Mirror Rep's Carousel (Billy Bigelow), Hamlet (Laertes), and ArtisTree's Fiddler On The Roof (Fyedka…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:24PM

Review: What a Treat Gideon Is! by Michael Block

by Kaila M. StokesAre you ready for a hilarious existential experience? Then go see My Name is Gideon, I’m probably Going to Die Eventually. This long-winded title of a show will catch you…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:24PM

THE GREAT COMET OF 1812's Josh Groban to Perform on NBC's 'Today' by TV News Desk

NBC has announced that on Monday, November 28th, Josh Groban, currently making his Broadway debut in the new musicalNATASHA, PIERRE amp THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, will perform on the TODAY sho…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:23PM

Cardiff’s Chapter Arts Centre launches associate artist programme by Georgia Snow

Chapter Arts Centre in Cardiff has launched an associate artist programme to “formalise and enhance” support for creatives and companies. The first

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:18PM

TCG Unveils 'Theatre Facts 2015' with Trends on Attendance, Income and More by BroadwayWorld

Not-for-profit theatres contributed nearly 2.2 billion to the U.S. economy and attracted 29.5 million attendees, according to Theatre Facts 2015, released by Theatre Communications Group TCG…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:18PM

Fewer plays, but more joy for Music Circus in 2017

At first glance the new Music Circus 2017 season announced today might look a little short. Instead of the six shows offered during the past two years, five shows comprise … Click to C…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 01:15PM

Friday Playlist: Love & Loss, 30 Broadway Songs About Dating

Go on the journey of a relationship from "Something's Coming" to "Time Heals Everything".

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 01:02PM

Katya Jones: the 'fierce' ambition behind Team Glitterballs by Esther Addley

Strictly Come Dancing professional says would not change her dance partner Ed Balls for the worldWhen Katya Jones was first announced as one of the new dancers for Strictly Come Dancing, she…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:02PM

The British National Dance Championships – in pictures by Oli Scarff/afp/getty Images

Couples compete in ballroom and Latin dance in the Empress ballroom of Blackpool’s Winter Gardens Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:02PM

Photo Flash: Othello: the Remix Celebrates Opening Night

The new off-Broadway musical is written by the Q Brothers.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Video Flash: See Sutton Foster Take On Sweet Charity in New Video Footage

Foster stars in the New Group's off-Broadway production of the classic musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

La Jolla Playhouse announces four world premieres by James Hebert

Last year at this time, La Jolla Playhouse was announcing it would roll out four world-premiere shows for its 2016-17 season, an ambitious commitment to new work. Now, for 2017-18, the Play…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 01:00PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812’ at the Imperial Theatre in NYC by Richard Seff

A most elaborate and tastefully glamorous musical has arrived in town to brighten the holiday season. That’s Natasha, Pierre and their sisters and  their cousins and their aunts plus a fe…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:50PM

Are You Done Hungering? by Natalia Lopresti

Kafka’s: A Hunger Artist is, at its core, a show about a man whose only job–his life’s work–is to starve. However, I couldn’t help but see this starving man as a metaphor f…

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 12:48PM

Features: Sheridan Smith, Idina Menzel and more: the 5 best Children in Need performances

It's Children in Need tonight! Here we pick our favourite musical performances from the annual charity broadcast

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:48PM

Features: The week in pictures: 12 November - 18 November

Half A Sixpence and School of Rock open in the West End, the Dreamgirls cast enjoy a night out, two 42nd Streets and a Genie prepares for Children In Need

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:48PM

Review: ‘The Wizard of Oz’ at Walnut Street Theatre by Lisa Panzer

A heart is not judged by how much you love; but by how much you are loved by others. ~  The Wizard of Oz to Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz There’s no place like Philadelphia’s Waln…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:45PM

Chicago Dance Review: HUBBARD STREET DANCE CHICAGO (Season 39 Fall Series at the Harris Theater) by Lawrence Bommer

LEAPING INTO FALL If dance can define, this recital was its own dynamic dictionary: Running through this weekend, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago’s 39 Fall Series is a celebration in steps. A…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 12:39PM

Films of Fields #4: His First Feature, “Sally of the Sawdust” by Trav S.D.

  We’ll be blogging about comedian W.C. Fields all through November and December as part of our tribute to the comedian called Fields Fest.  For a full list upcoming live Fields…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 12:36PM

“Daughters of the Dust” 25th Anniversary Re-Release by Trav S.D.

Opening tonight at the Film Forum in New York: Daughters of the Dust .  Julie Dash wrote, produced and directed this film, which was the first movie by an African American woman to get a th…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 12:36PM

STAGE TUBE: Feel the Rhythm of Life with Highlights from Sutton Foster- Led SWEET CHARITY! by Stage Tube

TheNew Group'sSWEET CHARITY opens on Sunday, November 20, at the Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center, andhas been extended again through January 8. Below…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:35PM

Tyne Daly, Jason Danieley and More Complete Cast for Transport Group's A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE Concert by BroadwayWorld

Drama Desk and OBIE-winning Transport Group has announced that Tyne Daly Master Class, Mothers and Sons, It Shoulda Been You, Rabbit Hole, Jason Danieley The Visit, Chicago, Hannah Elless Br…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:33PM

Alley Theatre Announces 2017 Alley All New Festival Lineup by American Theatre Editors

The festival will feature readings and workshop performances of five plays.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:32PM

An Unrestrained Theatricality of Surprise and Delight: Yale’s James Bundy on Playwright Sarah Ruhl by Courtney Kochuba

We're thrilled to share Yale Rep's James Bundy's beautiful remarks from the Samuel French Awards. A must read. The post An Unrestrained Theatricality of Surprise and Delight: Yale’s Ja…

SOURCE: www.breakingcharactermagazine.com at 12:31PM

Glenda Jackson May Bring Her King Lear to Broadway by Andrew Gans

Producers are currently exploring the possibility of transferring the William Shakespeare classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:20PM

Mayflower Theatre, Southampton, to launch major new archive by David Hutchison

Southampton’s Mayflower Theatre is to launch a major new archive of the building’s 88-year history. The venue wants the public to help gather

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:12PM

Wilton’s Music Hall to stage London transfer of Watermill’s Frankenstein by Georgia Snow

Wilton’s Music Hall is to host the London transfer of the Watermill’s production of Frankenstein. The play, which recently completed a run

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:12PM

Theater on the Lake in the Works: Call for Submissions by Bt

Entering its 65th season, Theater on the Lake programming is expanding to include a brand new initiative—a new play commission. For decades this festival has successfully showcased Chicago…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 12:12PM

Lena Hall on her history-making double play in 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' by Jessica Gelt

Lena Hall stares into the mirror in her dressing room backstage at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, where she is  making musical history in “Hedwig and the Angry Inch.”   To her right …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 12:05PM

Allegiance’s George Takei Expresses “Shock” at Trump Backer’s Japanese Internment Comment by Robert Viagas

Takei invites elected officials to the upcoming screening of the musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

Music News: Carmen Cusack, Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp, Charles Busch Albums to Be Released

The Broadway Record CDs are part of the Live From Feinstein's/54 Below series.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Hairspray Live! Director Kenny Leon Will Receive “Mr. Abbott” Award by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning director will be presented with the award at a March gala in New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:59AM

Matthew Hemley: Camp cliches and all-white casts? Welcome to musical theatre in 2016 by Matthew Hemley

This has been a week of big openings for musical theatre. At the one end, the premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:59AM

Norah Jones at Olympia Hall, Paris by Paul Durand

Olympia Hall presents a concert by American singer, songwriter and actress Norah Jones on November 21st, 2016 in Paris. She is the daughter of Indian sitarist and composer Ravi Shankar, and …

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 11:54AM

The Residents review – London ghost story is more snooze than scream by Lyn Gardner

Secret location, London Teatro Vivo’s new show, which takes place in private homes, throws characters from Kafka and Ibsen into a jumbled storyTeatro Vivo have a gift for disrupting the fl…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:54AM

We Write Because We Must: Remarks from Playwright Sarah Ruhl by Courtney Kochuba

We're thrilled to share Sarah's remarks from this past Monday night at the Steinberg Awards.. Don't miss this read. The post We Write Because We Must: Remarks from Playwright Sarah Ruhl appe…

SOURCE: www.breakingcharactermagazine.com at 11:53AM

Falsettos ***** by Barry

By: Isa Goldberg Watching this revival of Falsettos on Broadway at the Walter Kerr Theatre, one feels as though its time is now - more so even, than when it premiered in 1992. Then, William …

SOURCE: theaterlife at 11:52AM

Go-Go's Musical Head Over Heels, Produced by Gwyneth Paltrow, Aims for Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

From Goop to Broadway producer? Gwyneth Paltrow is backing Head Over Heels, a musical featuring the songs of 1980s girl group The Go-Go’s. According to the New York Post, she was one o…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

Broadway.com Culturalist Challenge! Who Is Broadway's Sexiest Man Alive for 2016? by Lindsey Sullivan

The Broadway.com staff is crazy for Culturalist, the website that lets you choose and create your own top 10 lists. Every week, we’re challenging you with a new Broadway-themed topic t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

King Lear, Headlined by Glenda Jackson, Circling Broadway by Broadway.com

The Glenda Jackson-led King Lear, which is currently playing to much acclaim at London’s Old Vic, is eyeing a Broadway bow. According to the Daily Mail, the production, which also star…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

Feel the Beat! Mamma Mia! Farewell Tour Cast Sings 'Dancing Queen' in Rehearsal by Broadway.com

Watch that scene! The cast of the Mamma Mia! farewell tour performs the hit "Dancing Queen" in a special rehearsal video.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

Emma Stone, Ryan Gosling to Be Honored by Santa Barbara Film Festival for ‘La La Land’ by Dave McNary

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival has selected Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling for its 2017 outstanding performers of the year award for their work in “La La Land.” The a…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:46AM

Cititour Review: "Dead Poets Society" by Brian Scott Lipton

Actor Jason Sudeikis urges his small band of students to seize the day in "Dead Poets Society"

SOURCE: cititour.com at 11:45AM

Carmen Cusack, Phillip Boykin, Lisa Howard Set for Sondheim on Sondheim at Tanglewood by Adam Hetrick

The Broadway musical exploring the life and career of Stephen Sondheim will be presented this summer at Tanglewood.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Features: Top 5 selling shows on WhatsOnStage this week

Find out what our hottest tickets were this week

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:42AM

Irish Theatre of Chicago announces 2016-17 season by Morgan Greene

Irish Theatre of Chicago announced its 2016-17 season on Friday. Conor McPherson’s "The Weir" (Dec. 15-Jan. 22), about the haunting tales shared at an Irish pub, opens the season this wint…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:41AM

Voting Now Open for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016. Nominations were completely reader-s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:39AM

The Cherry Orchard: Read, Watch, Listen, Do by Morgan Grambo

Immerse yourself in the world of The Cherry Orchard, with our recommended reading, watching, listening and doing lists.   TO READ Anton Chekhov: A Life by Donald Rayfield The Cherry …

SOURCE: blog.roundabouttheatre.org at 11:33AM

W.C. Fields and Broadway by Trav S.D.

We’ll be blogging about comedian W.C. Fields all through November and December as part of our tribute to the comedian called Fields Fest.  For a full list upcoming live Fields Fest e…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 11:31AM

NEWS: Screen-to-stage Nativity! The Musical premieres on tour in 2017 by Emma Clarendon

This new musical based on the films has been written and will be directed by Debbie Isitt and will open at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre on 20 October 2017.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:30AM

Review: ‘Doc Severinsen and Friends – The Art of the Big Band’ at Strathmore by Wendi Winters

Five BRASS Stars! Doc Severinsen may have not appeared on your screen since Johnny Carson turned the keys to The Tonight Show over to Jay Leno in 1992, but he hasn’t slowed down. Hired as …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:29AM

A Lover's Guide to American Playwrights: Sarah Ruhl by [email protected] (ramona)

By Todd London. Todd London’s ode to Sarah Ruhl, on the occasion of her winning the Harold and Mimi Steinberg Distinguished Playwright Award.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 11:27AM

Theatre Artists from Across the U.S. Take Part in 'National Month of Outrage' by BroadwayWorld

Theatre artists from across the United States have come together to create a multi-city list of events slated for the month of January protesting the outcome of this year's presidential elec…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:25AM

Live Albums from Charles Busch, Carmen Cusack, Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp Out Next Month by BroadwayWorld

Broadway Recordstoday announced three new titles to be added to its 'Live at Feinstein's54 Below' series CHARLES BUSCH - LIVE AT FEINSTEIN'S54 BELOW, CARMEN CUSACK - IF YOU KNEW MY STORY and…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:21AM

Rachel Bloom of ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’ Plays a Game of ‘Marry, Fuck, Kill’ With Us by Dana Schwartz, Dana Schwartz

Writer, actress, singer, Golden Globe winner, and amazing at slumber party games.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:18AM

Sierra Boggess Joins Matthew Morrison in Golden Hat 'CHRISTMAS CAROL' Benefit at Carnegie Hall by BroadwayWorld

Just announced,Sierra Boggess will joinMatthew Morrison forTim Janis and The American Christmas Carol at Carnegie Hall on December 1st.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:16AM

Mother vs. daughter in the emotional showdown of 'Beauty Queen of Leenane' by Charles McNulty

Martin McDonagh, the British-born playwright of Irish heritage and humor, made a sensational debut in 1996 with “The Beauty Queen of Leenane,” his bruising comic melodrama that announced…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 11:15AM

Will Sweet Charity Transfer to Broadway? by Olivia Clement

The New Group revival, starring Sutton Foster, will officially open Off-Broadway November 20.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:14AM

Full Cast Announced for RENT at The Other Place (formerly St. James Theatre)

   Bruce Guthrie’s production of Jonathan Larson's heart rending multiple award winning rock musical RENT is set to run at The Other Place (former the St. James Theatre) …

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 11:13AM

Bristol deal to promote city as arts technology capital of UK by David Hutchison

Bristol is to be branded a national centre of arts technology after a new deal was struck between Arts Council England and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:13AM

Alienating Our Audiences Early by [email protected] (ramona)

By Mia McCullough. Playwright Mia McCullough discusses how teaching classic plays in high school alienates future young audiences, and advocates for contemporary playwrights to craft compreh…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 11:12AM

Equity halves price of membership for graduates by Georgia Snow

Equity has revealed plans to overhaul its student membership scheme, bringing in a graduate membership bracket and a student deputies committee for

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:12AM

Notes on political theater: The perils of spectacle by Nelson Pressley

Are D.C. theaters finally more willing to take the risk of producing power plays?

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:12AM

Hot Clip of the Day: Original Rent Stars Share Love, Give Love, Spread Love on Rosie

Flashback Friday to the original Rent cast singing on Rosie.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:10AM

Juju on that Beat: the power of music memes by Alexandra Pollard

Viral videos are pushing songs such as Harlem Shake and Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae) into the charts. Now, record labels are looking to commodify trending tracks and the artists behind themIt too…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:06AM

Meet the actor who is set on playing for Hong Kong at the 2019 Rugby World Cup by Jonathan Drennan

Ed Rolston fell out of love with rugby when he was knocked back by Leicester Tigers but, after working as an actor for a few years, he rediscovered his passion for the sport and is now hopin…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:06AM

The 10 best… things to do this week by The Guide

From Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them to Zadie Smith: your at-a-glance guide to the best in culture across the UKFantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:06AM

This week’s best... theatre & dance performances by Lyn Gardner and Judith Mackrell

Matilda The Musical | World Without Us | One Night In Miami… | Harry Potter And The Cursed Child Parts I & II | King Lear | Cloud Gate 2 | The Red Shoes | Hetain PatelIt takes years to…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:06AM

The Tempest review – Beale's superb Prospero haunts hi-tech spectacle by Michael Billington

Royal Shakespeare theatre, Stratford-upon-AvonFears that digital technology would upstage the actors are scotched in this RSC production starring Simon Russell BealeSimon Russell Beale’s r…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:06AM

Jenny Eclair: ‘My father was hilarious – even when he was dying’ by Rachel Aroesti

From Frasier to farting, the first solo female Edinburgh comedy award-winner reveals what makes her laugh the mostI once seriously worried about myself watching Greg Davies perform Firing Ch…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:06AM

Crouching tigers, dancing ghosts: Tim Yip's stunning designs by Mee-Lai Stone, Tristram Kenton and David Jays

‘I’m surprised when people recognise my work,’ says Tim Yip. ‘I change my style all the time.’ His notion of ‘new orientalism’ in films, dance, theatre and opera is about commu…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:06AM

Broadway Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 11/18/2016 by BroadwayWorld

Broadway Rush, Lottery amp Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 11182016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:06AM

Book Review: A Superb Biography of French Filmmaker Éric Rohmer by Gerald Peary

The publication of de Baecque and Herpe’s wonderful biography needs to be followed in the USA by a complete Éric Rohmer retrospective.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:02AM

NEWS: New musical about male suicide, Catch Me, opens Above the Arts by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

Catch Me, a new musical about male suicide, will run at London's Above the Arts Theatre from 21 November to 3 December 2016, with a press night on 23 November.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Grease to Be Staged in Vintage Drive-In Setting at Serenbe by Adam Hetrick

The award-winning Georgia theatre company has announced details of its upcoming season, which also includes Cabaret and Robin Hood.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:51AM

Unleashed Melodies: ‘A Dog Story’ by Matthew Wexler

By Samuel L. Leiter If you’re in the market for a fluffy puppy of a romantic musical comedy, one that licks your face even if it sometimes does its business on your leg, you might consider…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:48AM

On Your Feet! Star Ektor Rivera's Dressing Room Features His Minibar, Masterpieces & More by Broadway.com

Get a glimpse into On Your Feet! star Ektor Rivera's dressing room to see his gorgeous paintings, favorite momento and swanky minibar.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:48AM

The Boys in the Band to Transfer to London's West End by Broadway.com

Following a run at the Park Theatre and a U.K. tour, Mart Crowley’s The Boys in the Band is heading to the West End. The production is set to play a limited engagement February 7, 2017…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:48AM

Could Sutton Foster's Sweet Charity Land on Broadway? by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Hey, big spenders, you may be able to spend a little time with two-time Tony winner Sutton Foster on Broadway! According to the New York Post, Sweet Charity could transfer to the Main Stem&#…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:48AM

Review: York's "A Taste of Things to Come" a saucy new musical performed with zest by its cast of four! by David Gordon

PAIGE FAURE, the sociable hostess, narrates, JANET DECAL & AUTUMN HURLBERT share a beautiful 11 o'clock number and ALLISON GUINN gives a dazzling comic performance!

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:42AM

The Art Market: Monet up, Hirst down, Bowie magic

Sobering year-on-year auction totals; Bowie bonanza; mature artists to the fore; brisk business in Shanghai

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:38AM

The drama of Dayanita Singh’s art

The photographer vividly documents the world of work

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:38AM

Video: How Stagey Are You? Kinky Boots' Elena Skye vs David Hunter

Who will be crowned the stagiest Kinky Boot?

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:36AM

Theatre News: In pictures: Cast and stars celebrate opening night of Half a Sixpence

Elaine Paige, Cliff Richard and Christopher Biggins were among guests supporting the show

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:36AM

What Did Critics Think of Dead Poets Society? by Olivia Clement

The world-premiere production stars Jason Sudeikis as professor John Keating and is directed by Tony winner John Doyle.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:35AM

The Book of Mormon Goes Vinyl by Andrew Gans

The Grammy-winning cast recording of the hit musical is released on LP today.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:34AM

Interview: Thomas Adès

The composer talks about his work, his influences — and the need for affection in music

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:30AM

Les Huguenots, Deutsche Oper Berlin: singing with assurance and intensity

The cast is first-class, but David Alden’s staging is a missed opportunity

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:30AM

I Interview Playwrights Part 891: Kev Berry by Adam Szymkowicz

Kev Berry Hometown:  Rockville Centre, New York Current Town: I sleep in Rockville Centre, but do everything else in New York, New York. Q:  Tell me about Nora Goes 2 Space, Mother…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 10:30AM

Gwyneth Paltrow Is Producing Go-Go’s Musical by Andrew Gans

Michael Mayer recently directed a workshop of the new, Broadway-aimed show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:29AM

‘Dead Poets Society’ Finds New Life Off Broadway by Rex Reed

The latest in a long line of dust-offs is the current production of 'Dead Poets Society' off Broadway.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 10:29AM

'I'm not normal' _ the quirky genius that is Alton Brown by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Alton Brown thinks about food differently than you do. You don't get obsessive with hummus. He does. You don't research the long, weird history of n…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 10:26AM

Lights, camera, activism: social realist film

With new movies by Ken Loach and the Dardennes in cinemas, is it the genre for our times?

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:26AM

REVIEW: School Of Rock, New London Theatre ✭✭✭✭ by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo School of Rock is a triumph. It looks set for a decent run at the New London Theatre. Only time will tell if it will match the run of the Lord’s mega-hit Cats. This pos…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:23AM

JERSEY BOYS Has Hobby Center Crowds Cheering by David Dow Bentley III

[ All Photos by Jeremy Daniel. Click any photo to enlarge. ] It has been more than a decade now since I had the pleasure of seeing the Tony Award-winning Broadway hit, JERSEY BOYS, in the Bi…

SOURCE: thepeoplescritic.com at 10:18AM

A Young Eddie Redmayne Sings “Memory” on Late Late Show by Ruthie Fierberg

The actor freaks out as he watches his younger self.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:09AM

Regional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 11/18; SPAMALOT in Raleigh, Darren Criss in Costa Mesa and More! by BroadwayWorld

This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Connecticut, Raleigh, Costa Mesa and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include an int…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:08AM

Voting Now Open for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Memphis Awards by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Memphis Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016. Nominations were completely reader-sub…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:07AM

The Tempest, Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon, review: Simon Russell Beale in the most profoundly moving performance of his career by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Beale stars in Gregory Doran's production of 'The Tempest' which makes the first use of live motion capture in a major classical production

SOURCE: The Independent at 10:06AM

Photo Coverage: The Players Honor Barbara Cook with Helen Hayes Award by Walter McBride

The Players, the city's most fabled private social club for actors and artists, just presented its inaugural Helen Hayes Award toBarbaraCook, the musical theatre legend who is widely conside…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

The Sewing Group, Jerwood Upstairs, Royal Court, London, review: Newcomer Fiona Glascott is excellent as Maggie by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

EV Crowe's new play is about a woman who has a desire to sew in a rural village in pre-industrial England but the group she learns from grow suspuicious of her

SOURCE: The Independent at 10:06AM

Des McAnuff to Direct New Motown-Inspired Musical About The Temptations by BroadwayWorld

Des McAnuff will direct a new musical about the journey of Motown super group The Temptations, currently titled THE DETROIT WORKSHOP.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:03AM

Cleveland State University to launch new summer arts festival with Playhouse Square by Laura Demarco, The Plain Dealer

Cleveland State University is teaming up with Playhouse Square to present the inaugural Arts and Humanities Alive! - AHA! - Festival in June.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 10:00AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Theatre News: Carrie Hope Fletcher cast as Wednesday in The Addams Family UK tour

The production will open in Edinburgh next year

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:48AM

Review: Review: The Tempest (Royal Shakespeare Theatre)

Simon Russell Beale plays Prospero in the RSC's digital technology-infused Tempest

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:48AM

Theatre News: Drew McOnie to direct On the Town at Regent's Park

The new season at the Open Air Theatre has been announced

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:48AM

Theatre News: Wilton's Music Hall announces new season

The east London theatre will feature the Watermill's production of Frankenstein alongside a puppet opera

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:48AM

Theatre News: Aisling Loftus and Vicky McClure to star in 40th anniversary production of Touched

Matt Aston will direct the production which is set in Nottingham during World War II

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:48AM

Theatre News: Mark Gatiss confirmed for The Boys In The Band West End transfer

The sell out hit transfers to the Vaudeville for two weeks

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:48AM

Theatre News: School Of Rock announces West End extension

The new musical hit is now booking until April 2017

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:48AM

Bringing a Pitch Perfect Ear to Broadway by Ruthie Fierberg

Could Broadway’s In Transit pave the way for a new musical theatre genre?

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:48AM

GRACE NOTES: Friday, November 18, 2016 by Susan Grace

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London’s Open Air Theatre to Stage New Summer Production of On the Town by Mark Shenton

Also announced is a new play adapted from Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:39AM

THE SEWING GROUP – Royal Court Theatre by Aleks Sierz

New drama about our desire for a simpler life is intriguing, but its ending is a bit flawed.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:35AM

Half A Sixpence, Noel Coward Theatre by Matt.wolf

A star is born but the show still creaksThat old saw about a star being born really is on view at the Noel Coward Theatre, where newcomer Charlie Stemp justifies and then some, the fuss bein…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 09:31AM

Alexandra Socha and Noah Zachary Join Songwriter Zack Zadek in Concert Tonight by Michael Gioia

The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers presents the free concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:28AM

First Night Takeover: Half a Sixpence at the Noel Coward Theatre

Our #FirstNightTakeover series continues with Perry O'Bree attending the West End opening (on 17 November 2016) of HALF A SIXPENCE, now transferred to the Noel Coward Theatre after winning r…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 09:02AM

Theater: New and Noteworthy

New This Week A Christmas Carol (Walnut Street Theatre). It wouldn't be the holiday season without it. Saturday through Dec. 22.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 09:01AM

Henry Baratz on Playing Colin Craven in Shakespeare Theatre Company’s ‘The Secret Garden’ by Joel Markowitz

In our second interview with cast members of The Secret Garden at Shakespeare Theatre Company, meet Henry Baratz. Joel: Please introduce yourself and tell us how old you are and tell our r…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 09:00AM

British Library conjures up Victorian magic by Nick Smurthwaite

Magic has been around since the dawn of man, but it wasn’t until the latter half of the 19th century that it

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Jonathan Suffolk: ‘Once you’ve worked at the NT, you always have high standards’ by Nick Smurthwaite

Ten years ago, Jonathan Suffolk was an electrician’s mate on a building site in Monmouth. Today, he is technical director of the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Top weekend events: 'The Sound of Music,' John Lennon's art, American Indian film festival by Lisa Deaderick

"The Sound of Music" 7:30 p.m. tonight; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; 1 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday at San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave., downtown. About $22.50-$107.50. (619) 570-1100. broa…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 09:00AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Jennifer Holliday Chats THE COLOR PURPLE, DREAMGIRLS on THEATER TALK Today by TV News Desk

Tony Award winner Jennifer Holliday makes her first appearance on THEATER TALK in a revelatory conversation about the creation of her career-making Broadway role as 'Effie' in the now-legend…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

VIDEO: Musical Comedy Film OPENING NIGHT, Starring Topher Grace, Taye Diggs and More, Hits VOD Today by Movies News Desk

The new musical comedy film OPENING NIGHT celebrates its VOD release today, November 18, 2016. Watch the official trailer below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

'Happiness Is...' York's YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN Cast Recording, Out Today by BroadwayWorld

Just announced, Broadway Records will release the 2016 Off-Broadway cast recording of YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN in stores, digitally and in-theatre today, November 18.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

ALAN CUMMING SINGS SAPPY SONGS Airs Tonight on PBS by BroadwayWorld

The Tony and Olivier Award-winning Broadway and television star Alan Cumming's critically-acclaimed touring show, ALAN CUMMING SINGS SAPPY SONGS, comes to PBS tonight, November 18 at 900 -10…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

Photo Flash: ROZ AND RAY Opens Tonight at Victory Gardens Theater by BroadwayWorld

Victory Gardens Theater continues its 42st season with the world premiere of Roz and Ray, written by Karen Hartman and directed by Artistic Director Chay Yew. Roz and Ray features Mary Beth …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

Michael Cumpsty and Dee Hoty Star in Two River Theater's THE LION IN WINTER, Opening Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Two River Theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director John Dias and Managing Director Michael Hurst, presentsJames Goldman's The Lion in Winter, directed by Tyne Rafaeli. The producti…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

Disney's MOANA Soundtrack, Featuring Music by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Out Today by Movies News Desk

Released today,November 18, the Moana original motion picture soundtrack features seven original songs and a full original score, plus two reprises as well as two end-credit versions of song…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

Bernadette Peters Hosts Q&A with Lonny Price After MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Documentary Screening Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Two-time Tony winner Bernadette Peters, a Broadway legend and one of Sondheim's most iconic leading ladies, will host a QampA with director Lonny Price at one of the first public screenings …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

Andrea Marcovicci Celebrates A GERSHWIN VALENTINE at Feinstein's/54 Below Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Andrea Marcovicci- the singer and actress hailed as 'torch singer, spellbinder, heart-breaker' by People - will celebrate her birthday with a return to Feinstein's54Belowtonight, November 18…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

Alexandra Socha and Noah Zachary Perform Songs of Zack Zadek Tonight at The Kennedy Center by BroadwayWorld

The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers will present a free, one-night-only concert of the songs of Zack Zadek at The Kennedy Center tonight, November 18th, at 600 PM on t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

West End's THE BODYGUARD Releases Cast Recording Featuring Alexandra Burke Today by BroadwayWorld

The Bodyguard - The Musical World Premiere Cast Recording will be released on November 18, 2016 from First Night RecordsR.E.D., and features the outstanding vocals of Alexandra Burke, a prev…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

Annie Potts Narrates National Chorale's Musical Premiere of GOODNIGHT MOON Tonight at Lincoln Center by BroadwayWorld

National Chorale, New York's premier professional choral company, under the Artistic Direction of Everett McCorvey, continues its 2016-2017 Season at Lincoln Center with Beethoven's Symphony…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

The Set List Podcast Welcomes MADTV Star Carlie Craig by The Set List

The Set List Podcast welcomes MADTV star Carlie Craig in advance of her Feinstein's54 Below show on November 22. Carlie has appeared on USA's FIRST IMPRESSIONS WITH DANA CARVEY and gained re…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

BWW's On This Day - November 18, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on November 18 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

BWW Review: The Revolutions Of The 60s Meet Laptop Activism in PARTY PEOPLE by Michael Dale

The term 'generation gap' first came into use during the 1960s, when sociologists and trend-watchers began noting the extreme differences in lifestyle, politics, fashion, music and language …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

Voting Now Open for the 2016 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016. Nominations were completely reader-s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

MOANA Motion Picture Soundtrack ft. Original Music by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Out Today by Movies News Desk

Available today wherever music is sold and streamed, the MOANA original motion picture soundtrack features seven original songs and a full original score, plus two reprises as well as two en…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

Broadway AM Report, 11/18/2016 - SWEET CHARITY and More! by Jessica Khan

This weekend's big news The Sutton Foster-led SWEET CHARITY opens Off-Broadway this Sunday

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

Oh Whistle and I’ll Come to You review at Century Theatre, Coalville – ‘spine-chilling’ by Pat Ashworth

A Cambridge philosopher blows an ancient whistle washed up on a lonely seashore and sets in train his own mental disintegration. That’s

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:41AM

Straight White Men at Studio Theatre (review) by Marshall Bradshaw

In Straight White Men, playwright Young Jean Lee finds remarkable insight and startling sympathy with our society’s least oppressed identity. Far from a brutal if well-deserved takedown, L…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:36AM

Fresh off the election, Second City’s ‘Black Side’ is quicker than ever with comebacks by Nelson Pressley

‘I have a dream’ is now ‘I had a nightmare’ in the topical new sketch comedy at Woolly.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 08:24AM

HALF A SIXPENCE – West End by Ian Foster

It was no surprise to discover that Half A Sixpence would be transferring into the West End - its run at Chichester Festival Theatre was a huge success and with Cameron Mackintosh on produci…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:20AM

Review: "An American in Paris" at The Bushnell in Hartford

The national tour of An American in Paris is exquisite. C'est magnifique!

SOURCE: thewestfieldnews.com at 08:15AM

NEWS: After rave reviews, School of Rock extends West End booking to April 2017 by Press Releases

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s West End production of School of Rock - The Musical announces the show will be extending booking at the New London Theatre to 9 April 2017. Acclaimed by audiences and…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:09AM

A Tale of Two Coriolani: The Power and the Passion by Jk Clarke

    The Power and the Passion: A Tale of Two Coriolani     by JK Clarke   In the New York theater world, it should come as no great surprise that in this, the unprec…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 08:09AM

School of Rock extends West End booking to April 2017

Rock on and on and on. After reviews like it got this week, it's no surprise that Andrew Lloyd Webber has extended West End booking for SCHOOL OF ROCK at the New London theatre...

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 08:09AM

The Boys In The Band Transfers To Vaudeville Theatre in February 2017 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Following a critically acclaimed tour, it has been announced by producers Tom O’Connell and James Seabright that Mart Crowley’s The Boys In The Band will transfer…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:03AM

Man in Snow

Man in Snow Off Off Broadway, Barefoot Theatre at La MaMa Reviewed by Lexi Orphanos BOTTOM LINE: Man in Snow presents a cunning cast ready to prove that when the world swirls in our heads,…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 08:02AM

Poison

Poison Off Broadway, Origin Theater Company at Theatre Row Reviewed by Charlotte Arnoux BOTTOM LINE: A Euro-hit two-hander about grief, closure, and moving on. The first line of the first…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 08:02AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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The Tempest, Stratford-upon-Avon — ‘Magical’

State-of-the-art stagecraft meets a career-best performance by Simon Russell Beale

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Obituary: Richard Anthony Baker by Michael Quinn

For 20 years until his retirement earlier this year, Richard Anthony Baker brought a wealth of experience, unmatched authority and boundless passion

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:52AM

Obituary: John Carson by Michael Quinn

Seldom, it seemed, out of work, John Carson was long one of the most familiar faces and voices on British television and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:46AM

Immersed in Tolstoy by Terry Teachout

In today’s Wall Street Journal drama column I review the Broadway transfer of Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, directed by Rachel Chavkin. Here’s an excerpt. * * * Immersi…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:30AM

Cameron Mackintosh hails Charlie Stemp as best new star since Michael Crawford by Matthew Hemley

Cameron Mackintosh has claimed Half a Sixpence star Charlie Stemp is the best new talent he has seen since Michael Crawford 40

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:15AM

Replay: Howard Lindsay appears in Life With Father by Terry Teachout

Howard Lindsay and Dorothy Stickney appear in a scene from Life With Father, a play adapted by Lindsay and Russel Crouse from Clarence Day’s autobiographical essays. The scene is introduce…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:15AM

Samantha Womack leads casting for The Addams Family musical by Georgia Snow

Samantha Womack, Les Dennis and Carrie Hope Fletcher have been cast in the upcoming UK tour of The Addams Family musical. Womack

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:09AM

‘He was a serial shagger’ – Half a Sixpence: opening night by Matthew Hemley

As Half a Sixpence opens in the West End, Matthew Hemley met cast members and producer Cameron Mackintosh to discuss bringing the show from

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:09AM

Government launches £350m arts education package by Georgia Snow

The government has announced a raft of arts education funding initiatives, which total almost £350 million and include the maintenance of the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:09AM

Almanac: Tennessee Williams on the sine qua non of playwriting by Terry Teachout

“What shouldn’t you do if you’re a young playwright? Don’t bore the audience! I mean, even if you have to resort to totally arbitrary killing on stage, or pointless gunfire, at least…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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De Niro hotel may force theatre restaurant Joe Allen to move by David Hutchison

West End theatrical haunt Joe Allen may have to leave its current location in Covent Garden, in what has been described as

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:53AM

‘Letter to a Man’: Nijinsky in Brooklyn by Admin

Brooklyn Academy of Music, Brooklyn, New York.  October 20, 2016.  In the theater-dance piece Letter to a Man, presented at Brooklyn Academy of Music in October, avant-garde director Rober…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 06:46AM

Drew McOnie to direct On the Town for new Regent’s Park season by David Hutchison

Choreographer Drew McOnie will direct a revival of On the Town at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre for the venue’s 2017

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:37AM

Disney Changes ‘Moana’ Title in Italy, Where It Has Porn Star Connotations by Nvivarelli

ROME – Disney’s “Moana” will soon roll out across Italy – but under a new name, “Oceania,” a change widely believed to be prompted by the fact that the name of the film…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:33AM

NEWS: An Inspector Calls again, extends booking at West End’s Playhouse by Press Releases

Due to popular demand after returning to the West End, Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning production of JB Priestley’s An Inspector Calls has been extended until 25th March 2017.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:24AM

NEWS: Open Air announces 2017 summer; On the Town, Jesus & Dickens update by Press Releases

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre have today announced details of Timothy Sheader’s 10th season as Artistic Director, which includes a Drew McOnie's major new production of Broadway classic…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:13AM

Drew McOnie directs On the Town at Open Air Theatre next summer

Another reason to visit Regent's Park next summer. Not only will artistic director Timothy Sheader's Evening Standard Award-winning revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Jesus Christ Superstar re…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 06:13AM

NEWS: Boys in the Band transfers to West End for two weeks only in Feb by Press Releases

THE BOYS IN THE BAND transfers to the West End's Vaudeville Theatre for two weeks only in February, with its full original cast, including Mark Gatiss and Ian Hallard.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:02AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Friday, November 18, 2016 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Pascal, McClure, and Grisetti to Tour with “Something Rotten,” “Sweet Charity’s” Transfer Roadblock, and Matt Reviews “La La Land” “To…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

NEWS: Samantha Womack, Carrie Hope Fletcher & Les Dennis lead Addams Family by Press Releases

Samantha Womack, Les Dennis and Carrie Hope Fletcher will star as Morticia, Fester and Wednesday Addams in the UK & Irish premiere of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a musical comedy, with book by Ma…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:45AM

The Addams Family: Samantha Womack, Carrie Hope Fletcher & Les Dennis join tour

Broadway musical THE ADDAMS FAMILY gets its UK & Irish premiere next year and initial casting has just been announced. Samantha Womack, Carrie Hope Fletcher and Les Dennis have joined the fa…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 05:45AM

‘Cinderella’ at The National Ballet of Canada by Nathan Richards

“Cinderella” is being staged at the National Ballet of Canada till November 20, 2016.Choreographed by James Kudelka, the National Ballet’s Cinderella utilizes the popularity and irresi…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:38AM

Announcements on new cast members joining David Tennant in Don Juan in Soho

     David Tennat is slated to play the title role in Don Juan in Soho, loosely based on Moliere's tragicomedy Don Juan. The story follows the debauched adventures of…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 05:23AM

[WATCH] ‘The Jungle Book’ composer John Debney on creating new music for a Disney classic by Zach Laws

“I was petrified,” admits composer John Debney during our recent webcam chat (watch above) when asked about his work on “The Jungle Book,” a live-action reimagining …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 05:18AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Giuseppe Verde's 'Attila' at Teatro La Fenice di Venezia, Venice by Laura Ponti

The stage production of Giuseppe Verde's "Attila" will be performed at Teatro La Fenice di Venezia on December 9, 2016 from 7pm onwards.The opera narrates the arrival of the refugees from Aq…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 04:34AM

THE TEMPEST Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford upon Avon by Libby Purves

O BRAVE NEW WORLD….     The talking-point is Ariel: a daring innovation for live theatre. Motion-capture technology sensors on Mark Quartley’s graceful body – skintig…

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 04:15AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Weekend TV: Alan Cumming special, 'The Affair'

What's worth watching, and what might not be, in primetime        

SOURCE: USA Today at 03:05AM

So You Attended a Conference. Now What? by Phil Paschke

One of the great things about ArtsHacker is that when contributors present at conferences (like Drew McManus and Ceci Dadisman recently did about Google Analytics), they can easily point att…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM

“Bleed for This” doubles down on boxing-movie cliches by Stephanie Merry

"Bleed for This" is just the latest in the conveyor belt of boxing movies that continues to pass through theaters, despite a waning interest in the sport.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 03:00AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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‘Front Page’ star Robert Morse still misses ‘Mad Men’ by Barbara Hoffman

“That’s me,” says Robert Morse, smiling at his caricature in Sardi’s. “It’s like I’m looking in a mirror!” Well, not quite. Sketched some 55 years ago, when “How To…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 02:56AM

How Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote a song for The Rock by Barbara Hoffman

After giving Alexander Hamilton the gift of rap, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s written a song for The Rock. Disney’s “Moana,” out Wednesday, features original music by Miranda and the vocal s…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 02:48AM

Out From Under supporting mental health issues within the entertainment industry by Arts Review

On Monday 21 November, stars of the Australian entertainment industry will come together for Out From Under at the York Theatre, Seymour Centre in response to the issue of mental health wit…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:39AM

Jodi Myers: Arts boards must be more open to artists by Jodi Myers

One or two boards of performing arts organisations seem to be getting a lot of attention at the moment. Usually, the spotlight

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Howard Sherman: Trump, and theatre’s place in his presidency by Howard Sherman

In the immediate wake of last week’s US presidential election, my Facebook feed was filled with messages of anger and despair from

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Mark Shenton’s top 10 UK theatre cities by Mark Shenton

Maybe this is obvious. But at The Stage, we strive to cover not just London, but all points north, east, south and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Holiday fun to fill Boston stages by Jed Gottlieb, Jed Gottlieb

When you say you are going to “The Nutcracker” this season, you will need to be a smidge more specific. The Boston Ballet or Jose Mateo production? Or maybe you mean the touring Russian …

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 01:00AM

Miles Teller Weighs In on 'Bleed for This' by Young Hollywood

Miles Teller Weighs In on 'Bleed for This' The talented Miles Teller returns to the YH Studio to scoop us on his demanding role as real-life boxer Vinny Pazienza in the film 'Bleed for This'…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

Video Flash: Flashback Friday: Gwen Verdon Is a "Brass Band" in This Sweet Charity Hit

With the classic musical celebrating its latest opening night this weekend, go back in time to the original.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Friday, November 18, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Swan Lake/Loch na hEala at Sadler's Wells, London by Amanda Avery

‘Swan Lake/Loch na hEala’ performed by a company of 13 world-class performers will run from November 25-26, 2016, at Sadler's Wells, London.This reimagining of Swan Lake by one of Irelan…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 12:40AM

A New Lin-Manuel Miranda Verse and Usher’s ‘Wait for It’ Are Among the New Hamilton Mixtape Goodies by Karen Brill

Throughout the length of our culture's brief, but potent, frenzy for all things Lin-Manuel Miranda, Miranda hasn't really stopped doing things long enough for anyone to miss him. As a tactic…

SOURCE: Vulture at 12:23AM

On the Couch with Deone Zanotto by Arts Review

Who is Deone Zanotto? A girl from the country who loves a wine and a good dinner, adores being a mum and had a childhood dream to dance on Broadway. What would you do differently to what you…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 12:18AM

From Shakespeare to LuPone, holiday gifts that really perform by Chris Jones

Looking for some classy gifts this holiday season for the performing arts lover in your life. Here are some arty, fun, original choices — perchance a little cooler and smarter than most. H…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:15AM

Shakespeare Festival St. Louis wins recognition by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Local, state and national groups single out the troupe's efforts

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 12:12AM

Unconfined to a stage, 'Hamlet: See What I See' provides fresh perspectives by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

"Hamlet: See What I See" keeps audience members walking around with the actors

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 12:12AM

Theatre Review: The Second City’s ‘Black Side of the Moon’ at Woolly Mammoth by John Connor Buckley

Countless political events over the last week have given many pause for thought and time taken to look on where the country is, how it got here, and where it’s going.  Partaking in this l…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 12:10AM

Tony Winners Featured in Fantastic Beasts Film, Opening Today by Robert Viagas

Set partly in 1930’s New York, it’s J.K. Rowling’s prequel to the Harry Potter adventures.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

The Oakdale Gets ‘Wicked,’ ‘Legends In Concert’ At Foxwoods by Christopher Arnott

The Oz-some musical "Wicked" has been welcomed to Connecticut several times — always by The Bushnell, which hosted the first national, and a couple of subsequent, tours of the Broadway hit…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

Exclusive First Listen: Live Albums from Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp, Charles Busch, and Carmen Cusack by Adam Hetrick

Broadway Records will release three new live albums as part of its Live at 54 Below series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Merrily We Roll Along Documentary Premieres in NY Cinemas Today by Robert Viagas

Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened chronicles the 1981 Stephen Sondheim musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Moana Soundtrack Released Today by Robert Viagas

The animated Disney musical has songs by the Hamilton composer.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Alan Cumming Sings Sappy Songs on PBS Tonight by Andrew Gans

The concert is part of the annual PBS Arts Fall Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Kenneth Lonergan on 'Manchester by the Sea.' A Legacy of Exploitation in Coal Country. by WNYC

Director Jack O’Brien on “The Front Page” on Broadway, along with actors Dylan Baker and Sherie Rene Scott. Director/screenwriter Kenneth Lonergan and actor Lucas Hedges discuss their�…

SOURCE: WNYC at 12:00AM

Kenneth Lonergan, Lucas Hedges on 'Manchester by the Sea' by WNYC

Director/screenwriter Kenneth Lonergan and actor Lucas Hedges discuss their film,“Manchester by the Sea.” After the sudden death of Joe Chandler (Kyle Chandler), his younger brother Lee…

SOURCE: WNYC at 12:00AM

Reporters Compete for the Big Scoop in 'The Front Page' by WNYC

Director Jack O’Brien joins us to talk about the new production of “The Front Page” on Broadway, along with actor Dylan Baker, who stars as the newspaperman, McCue. In the press room…

SOURCE: WNYC at 12:00AM

Why Sweet Charity Is the “Hardest Thing” Sutton Foster Has Ever Done by Michael Gioia

The Tony Award-winning star of the Off-Broadway revival says she’s been spending extra time in dance rehearsal to become Charity Hope Valentine.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

A Photographic Look at the Stage Career of Steven Pasquale by Hannah Vine

Steven Pasquale celebrates his birthday November 18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Merrily We Roll Along Documentary Opens in NY Cinemas Today by Robert Viagas

Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened chronicles the 1981 Stephen Sondheim musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 15, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic