Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. First Date at Spotlighters Theatre. “‘First Date’ at Spotlighters Theatre is a holiday treat and an adorable piece of theatre…” – Timoth David Copney. RE…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:34PM

IMPRESSIONS: BodyStories: Teresa Fellion Dance at Danspace Project by The Dance Enthusiast

In IMPRESSIONS: BodyStories: Teresa Fellion Dance at Danspace Project, "A dancer in a pink dress lies immobile, as though sedated — what happened to her? Another dancer enters in a purple …

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 10:33PM

La Vie Dans Une Marionette by Arts Review

Following its critical success at the 2017 Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Yirramboi Festival, La Vie Dans Une Marionette (Life In A Puppet) – the gleeful, whimsical tale of a lonely pia…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 10:22PM

Concert Review: ‘Home for the Holidays’ with Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and Alison Buchanan by Raychel Harvey-Jones

It’s a sign that the holiday season is officially underway and somewhat a tradition in my house to attend a Christmas concert with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO). This year the con…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:09PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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AVENUE Q Celebrates The Holidays! Revised Holiday Schedule Announced by BroadwayWorld

AVENUE Q, the Tony Award winning musical comedy, now in its 14th year on stage in NYC and around the globe announces its revised holiday performance schedule for Christmas week Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:33PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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AT Live Event: The Director’s Path by American Theatre Editors

On Jan. 8, we will assemble Anne Bogart, Rachel Chavkin, Anne Kauffman, and Liesl Tommy to discuss mentorship, generating work, and how they became directors.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 08:39PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Euan Doidge by Arts Review

Who is Euan Doidge? I am 24 years old and originally from New Zealand. I am a lover of life and everything that comes with it. What would you do differently to what you do now? I would do so…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 07:37PM

‘The Band’s Visit’ is already a Tony favorite by Michael Riedel

Broadway musicals are getting more expensive every season, but there’s still plenty of money to be made on a shoestring budget. One of the biggest hits so far this season is “The Band’…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 07:31PM

14 Scenes From Movies And TV That Made Us Cry In 2017

We did a lot of crying this year, and sometimes it had nothing to do with the news. (Warning: Spoilers ahead.) Elio’s father’s monologue in Call Me by Your Name …

SOURCE: BuzzFeed at 07:29PM

Review: Snow Mouse at the Barbican by Diana Damian Martin

Winter wonderland: the egg and Travelling Light Theatre Company create a sensory world of snow. The post Review: Snow Mouse at the Barbican appeared first on Exeunt Magazine.

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 07:24PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Broadway Balances America Invites You To Celebrate 21 Years Of Razzle Dazzle With CHICAGO THE MUSICAL by BroadwayWorld

Broadway Across America's collaboration with the award-winning morning show The Balancing Act, on the Lifetime Channel ends Season Four of the five-part series Broadway Balances America wi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:48PM

‘The SpongeBob Movie’ Release Pushed Back to 2020 by Dave McNary

Paramount Pictures has moved the third SpongeBob SquarePants movie back a year from Aug. 1, 2019, to July 31, 2020. The animated project, now called “The SpongeBob Movie,” had be…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:41PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Raquel Suarez Groen of The Phantom of the Opera by Broadway.com

Racquel Suarez Groen stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about The Phantom of the Opera and more with Beth Stevens.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:36PM

Balaklava Blues, a followup to Counting Sheep, to premiere at Luminato Festival by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

Concert and theatre piece is from Mark and Marichka Marczyk, the couple behind previous SummerWorks hit.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 06:32PM

Magnificent friendships come to life amid the fabulous chaos of ‘BLKS’ by Catey Sullivan - For The Sun-Times

Nataki Garrett’s cast is remarkable, both as an airtight ensemble and in the actors' ability to breathe life into their respective characters.

SOURCE: chicago.suntimes.com at 06:21PM

Dillon Ice Castles will open frozen doors before the new year by The Know

The new attraction is like a scene out of "Frozen," with giant tunnels, fountains, slides and more all made from ice for you to explore.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 06:09PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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A Regular Little Houdini by Joseph Pisano

Daniel LLewelyn-Williams in “A Regular Little Houdini” (Photo credit: Sheri Bankes) In 1905, the chief constable of the Newport, South Wales, police department declaimed the “impenetra…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 05:58PM

Review: Potted Potter (Broadway in Chicago, 2017) by Lauren Whalen

*Potted* means condensed. *Potter,* at least in this case, means Harry Potter, a child wizard and the center of seven books that propelled J.K. Rowling from broke schoolteacher to wealthy me…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 05:54PM

Breaking Even But We’ll Be Broke If Something Breaks by Joe Patti

The National Center for Arts Research (NCAR) released the results of a study last week that, while not the most cheery news to release during the holiday season, is not terribly surprising. …

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 05:42PM

Odds & Ends: Noah Galvin on the 'Lovely Challenge' of Stepping into Dear Evan Hansen & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Noah Galvin on the "Lovely Challenge" of Stepping into Dear Evan Hansen Talented TV star and stage veteran Noah G…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:33PM

Michelle Williams, Mark Wahlberg reshot Kevin Spacey's 'All the Money' scenes for free by Usa Today, Usa Today

"I said I'd be wherever they needed me," says Michelle Williams. "And they could have my salary, my holiday, whatever they wanted."        

SOURCE: USA Today at 05:32PM

Isabel Leonard, Nadine Sierra, More Featured in Park Avenue Armory’s 2018 Recital Series by Ryan McPhee

The series kicks off in January with an all-Bernstein program, celebrating the composer’s centennial, from Grammy-winning mezzo-soprano Leonard.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:26PM

Abrons Arts Center Reveals 2018 Spring Season by Olivia Clement

The lineup up includes 16 premieres across theatre, dance, music, performance and visual art.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:25PM

See Phylicia Rashad and John Douglas Thompson Perform To Imagine an Antony by Hannah Vine

Check out photos from The Public Shakespeare Initiative event at Hunter College.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:25PM

Podcast: 'Keith Price's Curtain Call' Welcomes Director and Author Isaac Klein by Keith Price's Curtain Call

Director Isaac Klein stops by the studio to talk about his new book, SCHOOL OF DOING, featuring the lessons of Master Teacher, Director, and personal mentor, Gerald Freedman.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

Alan Cumming Will Spend Two Evenings at the Met by Andrew Gans

The Tony winner will offer a reading of Love Letters Between Christopher Isherwood and Don Bachardy as well as a love-themed cabaret.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:08PM

'Broadway Backstory' Goes Behind the Scenes of KINKY BOOTS for its Season 2 Finale by Theater People Podcast

On Tuesday, December 19, Broadway Backstory released the final episode of its second season. The episode is about KINKY BOOTS and follows the shows journey from and little-known independent …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:08PM

Chicago Theater Review: BLKS (Steppenwolf) by Lawrence Bommer

BLKS — IT’S ABOUT WHTS TOO Nowadays it takes very little “disruption” to make a play a provocation. As Steppenwolf Theatre’s press release tersely puts it, “F**ked up sh*t h…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 05:00PM

Video Flash: With Help From Jeremy Jordan, Hugh Jackman Proves Why He Is the Greatest Showman

Jackman stars as P.T. Barnum in a new film to be released tomorrow, December 20.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Photo Flash: Phylicia Rashad, John Douglas Thompson Take Part in Public Shakespeare Presents

The pair read the title roles in Antony and Cleopatra for the event, titled To Imagine an Antony – Shakespeare's Infinite Fancy.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Theater News: Broadway Records Announces Ernest Shackleton Loves Me Cast Recording

The musical is written by Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro, with music composed by Brendan Milburn and lyrics by Val Vigoda.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Dance Review: Assorted Nuts by Arts Fuse Editor

One thing the traditional Nutcracker doesn't do is funny, though it can be charming and even amusing.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 04:54PM

Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein by Broadway Select

The post Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein appeared first on BroadwaySelect.

SOURCE: broadwayselect.com at 04:49PM

Theatre Artists Showcase Their Screen Skills at NY Indie Theatre Film Festival by Olivia Clement

The second annual festival will screen over 30 shorts and web series including works by Susan Soon He Stanton, Amanda Quaid, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Toronto stages want a quick hit as brief plays are on the rise by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

In local theatre, ‘distilled, dense’ one-act shows might have a bigger edge than ever — with impatient, sophisticated audiences seen as the culprit — but some creators are holding ou…

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 04:30PM

Backstage at SpongeBob SquarePants with Lilli Cooper, Episode 8: Finale! by Broadway.com

In her final episode of her vlog, SpongeBob SquarePants' Lilli Cooper serves up some amazing Christmas carols and solves a backstage mystery.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:24PM

Lady Gaga announces Las Vegas concert residency by Peter Sblendorio

Lady Gaga will have plenty of chances to put that poker face to good use — because she's headed to Sin City for a residency.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 04:23PM

‘Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ Trailer Teases Disney’s ‘Dark Side’ by Kirsten Chuba

Disney released the trailer for “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” on Tuesday, just in time for the holidays. Directed by Lasse Hallstrom, the film stars Keira Knightley, Morga…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:20PM

Lady Gaga achieves 'dream' with Las Vegas residency

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Lady Gaga will join the list of superstars with regularly scheduled shows in Las Vegas in 2018, when she kicks off a two-year residency in December....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 04:19PM

Lady Gaga Las Vegas Residency a Done Deal by Shirley Halperin

Lady Gaga is set to kick off a residency in Las Vegas at the MGM Park Theater. The deal closed over the weekend and will bring the pop star to the city starting in late 2018. According to lo…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:08PM

U.S. Premiere of Yerma, Starring Billie Piper, Sets Dates by Olivia Clement

Simon Stone’s acclaimed adaptation of Federico Garcia Lorca’s play will be seen at the Park Avenue Armory beginning March 23.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:08PM

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Honors Jerry Zaks by Sandi Durell

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene’s Winter Gala Concert “Broadway – “A Jewish American Legacy” honored Award winning director, Jerry Zaks, and Founder of Center for Jewis…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 04:06PM

Review: Meteor Shower by Elyse Trevers

It takes effort to make a marriage work — sometimes even self-help tapes, movies and therapy sessions.  Corky (Amy Schumer) and Norm (Jeremy Shamos) have been at it for years. Yet the…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 04:03PM

Photo Flash: National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Honors Jerry Zaks With Annual Gala

Participants included David Hyde Pierce, Katrina Lenk, Gavin Creel, and more.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Kevin Chamberlin and More Will Bring to Life Up in the Cheap Seats by Robert Viagas

Author Ron Fassler and his guests will recreate what Broadway was like in the 1970s at the January 5 concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:55PM

Off-Broadway's Ernest Shackleton Loves Me to Release Cast Album by Logan Culwell-Block

The album, now available for pre-order, drops February 9, 2018.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:54PM

Review: The Children by Elyse Trevers

Lucy Kirkwood’s award-winning play The Children, a disturbing tale about nuclear power that mirrors real events, is troubling from the onset. The frame around the stage is tilted and R…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 03:50PM

Raven Theatre announces cast of Philip Dawkins premiere by Morgan Greene

Casting is complete for Philip Dawkins’ world-premiere play “The Gentleman Caller,” Raven Theatre announced Tuesday. The drama, based on the true story of the first meeting and followi…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:45PM

In Aziza Barnes' 'BLKS,' a search for intimacy amid comic chaos by Chris Jones

Aziza Barnes’ “BLKS” begins with the sudden appearance of a genital mole. But this poignant blast of a comedy at the Steppenwolf Theatre is really all about that time in your life when…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:40PM

Vancouver Recital Society’s Leila Getz specializes in discovering young virtuosos by Brad Wheeler

The VRS’s founder and artistic director is a feisty and confident presence on the Vancouver classical-music scene

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 03:39PM

Pastoral Paradox by Jennifer Cayer

A response to "Farmhouse/Whorehouse: An Artist Lecture by Suzanne Bocanegra starring Lili Taylor" at the 2017 BAM Next Wave Festival

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 03:33PM

Julia Sweeney to workshop standup show at Second City by Miriam Di Nunzio

"Julia Sweeney: Older and Wider," promises the comedian's present-day take on everything from parenting to feminism and everything in between.

SOURCE: chicago.suntimes.com at 03:26PM

TDF Veterans Program Invites Servicemen and Women to Broadway Shows for Free by Adam Hetrick

The new pilot program launched December 17 with Miss Saigon at the Broadway Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:23PM

Class Notes: From “Who’s Holiday,” Lesli Margherita by James Marino

Listen: Lauren Class Schneider talks to cast member Lesli Margherita about “Who’s Holiday,” playing off-Broadway at the Westside Theatre. Class Notes actively covers New Yo…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 03:21PM

NY Pops Features Megan Hilty, Essential Voices by Sandi Durell

  New York Pops Concert Proves There’s the Nothing Like “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”   by Matt Smith   There’s a chill in the air, and carolers on every corne…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 03:18PM

2017 Wrap-Up: Broadway.com Picks the Best Performances of the Year by Broadway.com

Making a list of just five of our favorite performances of 2017 is a tough task with such a wide array of talent on the Great White Way this year. But these unforgettable turns burned bright…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:18PM

PITCH PERFECT's Hailee Steinfeld Sets Her Sights on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Another Pitch Perfect star has her sights set on Broadway. According to W Magazine, Academy Award nominee Hailee Steinfeld would like to to a stage musical next.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:13PM

Your Christmas List Needs The Greatest Showman! Reacting in Animated GIF to Pasek & Paul's New Movie Soundtrack

Your Christmas wish list isn't complete with The Greatest Showman motion picture soundtrack.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:06PM

BWW TV: What's CARDINAL All About? Anna Chlumsky, Adam Pally & Company Explain! by Tv - Press Previews

Second Stage Theatre will soon present the world premiere production of Greg Pierce's play, Cardinal, directed by Kate Whoriskey. Cardinal will begin previews Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at the…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Reflections of a Lost Poet The Life & Works of Itzik Manger by Miriam Hoffman by Nitelifeexchange

This one-man tour de force follows the life and times of the poet Itzik Manger, considered one of the greatest Yiddish poets. Through his songs and poems we discover the joy and anguish of a…

SOURCE: NiteLifeExchange at 02:49PM

Holiday Shows 2017, And Why. Plus: Broadway Christmas Week Schedules by Jonathan Mandell

Some people wonder why the same holiday shows are so popular, year after year. Some people just attend them year after year. Below, see the schedule for Broadway shows both during the week l…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 02:48PM

Public Announces Spring Line-Up for ‘Public Forum Series’ by Stagelight

THE PUBLIC THEATER ANNOUNCES SPRING LINE-UP FOR PUBLIC FORUM SERIES Spring Line-Up Includes the Return of Professor Michael Sandel, A Culmination of this Year’s People’s State of the Uni…

SOURCE: StageLight Magazine at 02:32PM

Grocery store employee thrills shoppers with Christmas carols by Joe Dziemianowicz

A Boston area produce and flower market worker has bloomed into a social media sensation.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 02:26PM

Bob’s Holiday Office Party by Vanessa Cate

Bob’s Holiday Office Party Reviewed by Dana Martin Atwater Village Theatre Closed ’Twas a few nights before Christmas and all through the sludge, not a creature was sober, not even the j…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 02:25PM

Northjersey.com: "SpongeBob Squarepants" by Joseph Cervelli

Universally appealing delight. Review appears on The Record's Website.

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 02:23PM

A return to the classics at Montreal’s Les Grands Ballets by Robert Everett-Green

After a fond farewell to former artistic director Gradimir Pankov, Ivan Cavallari takes the reins at the venerable Montreal troupe – and he's wasting no time veering company in a new …

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 02:23PM

Jenn Gambatese, Tim Jerome, and More Set for Concert Reading of After the Fair by Andrew Gans

The Stephen Cole-Matthew Martin Ward musical will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a concert as part of Urban Stages’ Winter Rhythms Series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:20PM

Santasia – A Holiday Comedy by Vanessa Cate

Santasia - A Holiday Comedy Reviewed by Neal Weaver Whitefire Theatre Through December 25  RECOMMENDED Santasia has been around for 18 years now (I have personally reviewed it twice before)…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 02:19PM

Review: ‘The Summer Club: A Winter Holiday’ at Venice Island Performing Arts Center by Deb Miller

Don’t let the name fool you. They’re not just “the boys of summer,” they’re here year-round to keep the spirit of Swing, the sounds of the Big Band era, and the camaraderie of the …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:15PM

Original Production of FOLLIES Will Reunite at BroadwayCon 2018 by BroadwayWorld

The original production of Follies will reunite at BroadwayCon 2018, ahead of the original Broadway production's 47th anniversary. Moderated by Jennifer Ashley Tepper The Untold Stories of B…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:05PM

‘Empowering’: HOT BROWN HONEY – Manchester ★★★★★ by Kristy Stott

From the moment the women of Hot Brown Honey take to the stage, they immediately command your attention and awe. This award-winning show is an explosion of female rage against the systems th…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 02:00PM

Video Flash: Watch Mark Rylance in the Trailer for Broadway's Farinelli and the King

The music of Handel underscores the regal Broadway production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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A Donna Summer Musical Heads to Broadway by Andrew R. Chow

The jukebox musical will arrive in April, with three actresses playing the disco star.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:33PM

Ridley Scott (‘All the Money in the World’) reveals Kevin Spacey footage ‘will be seen, but not for a while’ [LISTEN] by Zach Laws

“I think at some point, obviously whatever Kevin [Spacey] did will be seen, but not for a while,” revealed Ridley Scott as he spoke this weekend in a Q&A about his new film…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 01:30PM

Aladdin review at Ferneham Hall, Fareham – ‘superior genies, patchy panto’ by John Hannam

Over past years, Ferneham Hall has strived to make its Christmas productions a little different. This year’s Aladdin is a case in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:27PM

Project Shaw Season Will Include Maurine Dallas Watkins’ Chicago, Basis for Kander and Ebb Musical by Andrew Gans

The 13th season will also feature a four-week engagement of George Bernard Shaw’s Heartbreak House.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:15PM

Pinocchio at the National Theatre – review round-up by Fergus Morgan

As theatres around the country sparkle up with sequins and dial up their dames for panto season, Rufus Norris’ National turns to

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:14PM

Watch Jeremy Jordan & More Sing with Hugh Jackman from The Greatest Showman by Broadway.com

The December 20 release date is fastly approaching for The Greatest Showman to arrive in cinemas nationwide, and Twentieth Century Fox is doing well by us, serving up first listens from Benj…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:06PM

Barbara Cook recalled by Broadway stars by Joe Dziemianowicz

Barbara Cook, who died in August at 89, was famous for her voice. Friends and family recalled the legend behind the silky soprano.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 01:05PM

Tally Sessions Joins Cast of Strouse & Adams’ Rarely Seen Pre-Bye Bye Birdie Musical by Robert Viagas

Ed Dixon and Sally Ann Triplett star in the January 24 concert performance of A Pound in Your Pocket.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:02PM

Stagecraft Podcast: ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’ Star Rachel Bloom Sings From Her Unproduced Musical by Gordon Cox

Rachel Bloom, the Golden Globe-winning star of CW series “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” has the book and songs for a full-length stage musical sitting in her drawer. “It’s basica…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:00PM

SHREK THE MUSICAL – Touring ★★★ by Thom Dibdin

Big, bright and brash, there are plenty of laughs in the new touring production of Shrek the Musical, which is debuting at the Playhouse until the first week of the new year.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PM

Theater News: What Does Evan Hansen Listen To?

The characters of Broadway's Tony-winning musical share their personal playlists on Spotify.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Photo Flash: Alexandra Silber, Brandon Uranowitz, and More Star in Concert Reading of Man of La Mancha

Transport Group held the benefit at Merkin Concert Hall at the Kaufman Center.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Review: Sense and Sensibility

A 21st-century adaptation of a Jane Austen novel whirls its way through the eternal quest for a suitable marriage.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at noon (Broadway Time)
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BWW TV: Hear From the Great Show People Behind THE GREATEST SHOWMAN - Hugh Jackman, Pasek and Paul, Zac Efron, and More by BroadwayWorld TV

THE GREATEST SHOWMAN is soon to hit theatres and we can't stop buzzing about the amazing cast and creatives behind the exciting new movie musical. BroadwayWorld's Katie Lynch gets inside inf…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:59PM

Joyce DiDonato, Wigmore Hall, London — beauty and range of a voice at its peak

A recital by the mezzo-soprano that championed work by Jake Heggie

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:58PM

Cannes Dance Festival — from beach birds to a bad trip

Companies at the biennial event displayed scrupulous choreographic craft

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:58PM

Jack and the Beanstalk, New Wimbledon Theatre — too much of a good thing

A fine pantomime dame is eclipsed by comedian Al Murray

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:57PM

L’enfance du Christ, Philharmonie Berlin — moving but also clumsy

The chief strengths of this staging of Berlioz’s work are musical

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:57PM

A Christmas Carol review at Athenaeum Theatre, Plymouth – ‘inventive and surreal’ by Roger Malone

There is much mirth in Le Navet Bete’s take on A Christmas Carol. Yet, despite  the efforts of the four versatile performers,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:57PM

Watch Joe Iconis Perform ‘Halloween’ From Be More Chill by Olivia Clement

The composer-lyricist stopped by the Playbill studios to perform a song from his hit musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

How these busy theatre people manage home, career and the holidays by Jon Jon Johnson

Right now, the whole city of DC seems twinkling. Covers of traditional Christmas music resound everywhere you go. It gets cold. It gets dark early. People combat seasonal depression with cop…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:48PM

'SNL' alum Julia Sweeney brings stand-up show to Second City by Morgan Greene

“Saturday Night Live” veteran and longtime writer and performer Julia Sweeney will make her Second City stand-up debut this January in a brand new workshop production, it was announced T…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:40PM

VIDEO: BWW Looks Back at John Legend's 'Superstar' Career! by Emily Bruno

As we previously reported, Oscar, Golden Globe, Tony and 10-time Grammy Award winner John Legend has been cast as Jesus Christ in NBC's special event JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE IN CONCERT t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:39PM

WATCH: Suspenseful First Trailer for Clint Eastwood’s ‘The 15:17 to Paris’

You can now watch the full trailer for Clint Eastwood’s “The 15:17 to Paris,” which tells the true story of the 2015 attempted terrorist attack that was ultimately thwarted…

SOURCE: Backstage at 12:30PM

Celebrate 60 Years of The Music Man on Broadway by Hannah Vine

Take a look at the original Broadway production, and the two Broadway revivals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:26PM

The Chimes review at St Johns Church, Cardiff – ‘a community-focused staging’ by Rosemary Waugh

Charles Dickens’ The Chimes was published in 1844, one year after A Christmas Carol. Like the better-known festive tale, The Chimes is

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:25PM

DakhaBrakha by Jean Ballard Terepka

Playing both traditional and modern instruments, usually amplified, all four musicians supplement and expand Ukrainian folk melodies and songs with rhythmic and stylistic adaptations as well…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 12:22PM

Watch Cynthia Erivo, Jeremy Jordan, Keala Settle, and Hugh Jackman in Rehearsal for The Greatest Showman by Ruthie Fierberg

This song from the new movie musical moved Jackman to defy doctor’s orders and join in with his fellow Broadway stars.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19PM

Video: Backstage at Les Miserables with Carley Stenson

The actress plays Fantine in the hit West End musical

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:18PM

Charles Busch Brings His 1960s Concert to Florida by Robert Viagas

The playwright and entertainer will appear January 12 at Dramaworks in Palm Beach.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:17PM

Norm Lewis & Tamyra Gray to Join Broadway's Once On This Island by Andy Lefkowitz

Tony nominee Norm Lewis and Broadway alum Tamyra Gray will step into the roles of Agwe and Papa Ge, respectively, in the new revival of Once On This Island on January 8, 2018. Original cast …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:04PM

Waitress Star Betsy Wolfe & Adam Krauthamer Tie the Knot by Broadway.com

Waitress leading lady Betsy Wolfe and her longtime beau, Adam Krauthamer, made it official on December 17. The couple shared the news of their marriage with beautiful wedding photos on …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:04PM

Photo Coverage: Jerry Zaks Honored by National Yiddish Theater Folksbeine by Stephen Sorokoff

With the Statue of Liberty gazing on from the harbor at the Museum of Jewish Heritage at Battery Place Jerry Zaks, 4-Time Tony Award-Winning Director was honored at a fantastic Benefit Conce…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:02PM

Pearl Mackie: ‘People might not know I’ve done lots of theatre before, Doctor Who was the anomaly for me’ by Tom Wicker

Pearl Mackie, who played the first openly gay Doctor Who companion, will be returning to theatre in Harold Pinter’s The Birthday Party.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:00PM

Bid Today to Win a Loverly Trip to the Broadway Revival of MY FAIR LADY by BroadwayWorld

See the classic My Fair Lady at Lincoln Center Theater from two of the best seats in the house Then go backstage for a meet and greet with the star of the show Norbert Leo Butz.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:00PM

‘Razor-sharp in its satire’: MISALLIANCE – Orange Tree Theatre by Shanine Salmon

Over the last few years, the Orange Tree Theatre in Richmond has put itself back on the map for a younger generation of theatregoer, with an eclectic and unpredictable programme of events th…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PM

Theater News: Norm Lewis, Tamyra Gray to Join Company of Once on This Island

They will step in for Quentin Earl Darrington and Merle Dandrige, both of whom will be on contractual leave.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood review at Gatehouse Theatre, Stafford – ‘questionable comedy’ by Neil Bonner

The rock ‘n’ roll panto format has served the Stafford Gatehouse well for several years now. This year it delivers the goods

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:59AM

Photo Coverage: Go Inside Rehearsals for PARTY FACE with Hayley Mills! by Walter McBride

The New York Premiere of Party Face, a new comedy by Isobel Mahon 'Glenroe,' 'Fair City' and directed by Amanda Bearse 'Married...With Children', will begin performances on Thursday, January…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:53AM

Musical.ly Establishes $50 Million Creator Fund by Todd Spangler

Musical.ly, maker of a short-form video app popular among teens, announced that it is investing up to $50 million in a fund to support its users (or “Musers,” as it calls them). …

SOURCE: Variety at 11:52AM

Summer Arrives in Spring by Mark A. Robinson

This spring, it is going to be summer on Broadway when the musical Summer: The Donna Summer Musical arrives at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Drawing from the song hits of the disco diva Donna S…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 11:51AM

Norm Lewis, Tamyra Gray to step into ‘Once on This Island’ by Caitlin Huston

Norm Lewis and Tamyra Gray will take over the roles of two of the gods on “Once on This Island” this winter as Merle Dandridge and Quentin Earl Darrington are on contractual leav…

SOURCE: Broadway.News Subscription at 11:45AM

Norm Lewis and Tamyra Gray Joining Broadway’s Once on This Island by Adam Hetrick

They replace original cast members Quentin Earl Darrington and Merle Dandridge in the acclaimed revival at Circle in the Square.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43AM

Norm Lewis and Tamyra Gray to Join the Cast of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND by BroadwayWorld

The producers of Broadway's newest hit, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, announced today that Broadway veterans Norm Lewis and Tamyra Gray will step into the roles of Agwe and Papa Ge, respectively, on …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:42AM

The Theatrical Legend of Mrs. Fiske by Trav S.D.

December 19 is the birthday of Minnie Maddern Fiske (Marie Augusta Davey, 1865-1932), almost invariably known in her day as “Mrs. Fiske”. (The use of a husband’s patronymic…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 11:42AM

Sarah Stiles Takes on Seven Questions About Her New Show Squirrel Heart, TV Life, & Her Terrifying Broadway Debut

Sarah Stiles talks Squirrel Heart, her terrifying Broadway debut, and bringing her bus 'n' truck mentality to TV life in LA.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:38AM

VIDEO: Latest GREATEST SHOWMAN Trailer Reveals New Pasek & Paul Tune by BroadwayWorld

Next week sees the release of the dazzling new movie musical THE GREATEST SHOWMAN starring Hugh Jackman and in celebration, Twentieth Century Fox have today released a new trailer showcasing…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36AM

Donna Summer Musical Sets Dates for Broadway Disco by Gordon Cox

“Summer,” the bio-musical about Donna Summer now playing its world premiere run at the La Jolla Playhouse, has locked in a Broadway plan that will see the production move in to N…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:35AM

Waitress Star Betsy Wolfe and Musician Adam Krauthamer Now Married by Ruthie Fierberg

The current star of the Sara Bareilles musical shared photos from her wedding.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:14AM

Des McAnuff Will Lead Donna Summer Bio-Musical To Broadway In April by Jeremy Gerard

SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will open on Broadway at the Nederlander Organization’s Lunt Fontanne Theatre on April 23, following previews slated to begin March 28. A developmental…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:05AM

Ridley Scott hasn't heard from Spacey after film replacement by Michael Cidoni Lennox

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Director Ridley Scott says he hasn't heard from Kevin Spacey since the decision was made to cut the actor from "All the Money in the World.&q…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 11:05AM

Broadway Grosses w/e 12/17/2017: Decadent December.

The following are the Broadway grosses for the week ending December 17, 2017. The Broadway grosses are courtesy of The Broadway League Read more here:

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:00AM

Theater News: Summer: The Donna Summer Musical Announces Broadway Transfer

The spring season is about to get some "hot stuff."

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

‘A unique, faintly creepy brand of entertainment’: PINOCCHIO – National Theatre by Ian Foster

No matter the weather, as you walk into the Lyttelton's auditorium for Pinocchio, you’ll find that it is snowing. A simple trick but one that inspires just the right childlike wonder for a…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Exclusive Photos! Afterglow Stars Brandon Haagenson, Joe Chisholm, & Patrick Reilly Ring in the Holidays with a Fun, Sexy Photoshoot

The stars of off-Broadway's Afterglow get naughty and nice in this fun holiday photoshoot.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 10:59AM

Robin Hood review at New Victoria, Woking – ‘fitfully entertaining’ by Paul Vale

The story of Robin Hood, with its broadly painted heroes and villains, makes a good basis for a family pantomime. Writer Alan

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:56AM

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Rebecca Luker, ON YOUR FEET! Cast Perform at KENNEDY CENTER HONORS by TV News Desk

CBS will present THE 40TH ANNUAL KENNEDYCENTER HONORS, an entertainment special on Tuesday, Dec. 26 on the CBS Television Network at 900-1100 PM, ETPT. The event was filmed in Washington, D.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:54AM

John Legend to Play Title Role in Jesus Christ Superstar Live! in Concert by Andy Lefkowitz

Music icon John Legend has signed on to play Jesus Christ in NBC's upcoming TV concert presentation Jesus Christ Superstar Live! in Concert. David Leveaux will direct the previously…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:54AM

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical Will Arrive on Broadway by Andy Lefkowitz

Broadway audiences are in for some “Hot Stuff” when the new bio-show Summer: The Donna Summer Musical sets up house at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in 2018. Featuring a book by…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:54AM

VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Preps for THE GREATEST SHOWMAN With Broadway Favorites Jeremy Jordan, Cynthia Erivo & More by BroadwayWorld

What does it take to give a big movie musical like THE GREATEST SHOWMAN the green light Hugh Jackman is taking us behind-the-scenes at the rehearsal process, with an inside look at the read…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:52AM

Why Did Deborah Cox Basically Rewrite Elton John’s Score to Aida One Night? by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth reveals how the Grammy nominee and co-star Eric LaJuan Summers’ onstage singing competition led to disaster, plus a Chanukah deconstruction.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:49AM

Honeymoon in Vegas Star Tony Danza Shares Standards and Stories by Robert Viagas

His concert tour takes him to Westbury, New York, December 21.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:48AM

The Queen’s Head review at Selfridges, London – ‘anarchy and nostalgia’ by Paul Vale

Building on the success of last year’s Down the Rabbit Hole, Sink the Pink is back in the basement of Selfridges with

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:44AM

CulturalDC closes Source Festival, opens new programs by Keith Loria

It was back in 2008 that CulturalDC created the three-week Source Festival, a vehicle for launching new plays and fostering the careers of emerging artists. After 10 successful events, the o…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:42AM

John Legend to headline NBC's live production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar' by Usa Today, Usa Today

The Grammy and Oscar-winning singer will play the title role in NBC' live production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's 1970 rock opera, airing April 1.       …

SOURCE: USA Today at 10:41AM

Sutton Foster and Jonathan Groff Join Forces for December 21 NYC Concert by Robert Viagas

Jazz at Lincoln Center is hosting the event, which will be taped for broadcast on PBS.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:41AM

Theatre Royal Stratford East to live-stream pantomime into local hospitals by Georgia Snow

Theatre Royal Stratford East’s pantomime will be live-streamed to nearby hospices and a hospital next week. Rapunzel will be broadcast live from

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:40AM

Donna Summer musical coming to Broadway this spring by Caitlin Huston

“Summer: The Donna Summer Musical” is opening at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre this spring, the show announced Tuesday. The musical, which features the songs of Donna Summer, will be…

SOURCE: Broadway.News Subscription at 10:39AM

NEW YIDDISH REP: AWAKE AND SING! by Mark Rifkin

The show really feels at home in this Yiddish production, featuring a charming apartment set by Nathan Rosen, with an old radio and Victrola, a kitchen table, a couch, an armchair, and a day…

SOURCE: twi-ny.com at 10:34AM

Review: ‘A Billion Nights on Earth’ at FringeArts by Lisa Panzer

Thaddeus Phillips’ and Steven Dufala’s spectacularly enjoyable, glowing world of far out, fantastical adventure unfolds and forms like theatrical origami within the FringeArts black box …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:33AM

Gavin Creel, David Hyde Pierce, and More Honor Jerry Zaks at The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Gala by Hannah Vine

Broadway: A Jewish American Legacy took place at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City on December 18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:30AM

The Grinning Man, Trafalgar Studios, London, theatre review: 'Recommended' by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

The pared-back adaptation of Victor Hugo's 1869 novel L'Homme Qui Rit ("The Man Who Laughs") was created by War Horse director Tom Morris at the Bristol Old Vic

SOURCE: The Independent at 10:24AM

Watch Sneak Peek of Kennedy Center Honors Broadcast, Featuring Rebecca Luker by Andrew Gans

Tony nominee Luker is featured in the tribute to honoree Carmen de Lavallade.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:18AM

Year-end CD Round-up, Part 2: Jurowski’s Tchaikovsky Symphonies, Strauss in St. Petersburg, Jasper Quartet’s “Unbound,” Walton Symphonies, and by Jonathan Blumhofer

Highlights include an excellent Tchaikovsky symphony cycle in modern sound and one of the year’s best chamber-music albums.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:18AM

Remembrance: Ivan Chermayeff, Distinguished Designer of Prominent Logos — Dead at 85 by Arts Fuse Editor

A graphic designer who created some of the most strategic corporate logos of the 20th century.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:18AM

St. Louis Chamber Chorus offers well-sung Christmas mystery by Sarah Bryan Miller St. Louis Post-Dispatch

The mayor of St. Charles gives the choir the key to the city

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 10:18AM

Ragtime Tony Nominee Peter Friedman Named Recipient of St. Clair Bayfield Award by Andrew Gans

Friedman will be presented with the Actors’ Equity Foundation honor in January 2018.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:14AM

Blogs: Emerging cultural leaders on why new scheme Up Next is revolutionary

Two participants in the Up Next scheme, which encourages culturally diverse arts leaders of the future, explain how the first few months have been

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:12AM

A “Legend” Joins Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert by Mark A. Robinson

Coming on top of the news that rock legend Alice Cooper will play King Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar Live In Concert, another “Legend” has joined the cast. Oscar, Golden Globe, Tony an…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 10:08AM

Broadway’s Brightest Remember the Legendary Barbara Cook by Robert Viagas

Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, and others celebrated the life and career of the original Marian the Librarian, who died August 8.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

John Legend to Star in NBC’s ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ by Matthew Wexler

The live concert version will air on Sunday, April 1, and filmed before a live audience at the Marcy Armory in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, N.Y.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 10:06AM

‘A little gem that doesn’t sugar-coat reality’: THE TIN SOLDIER – Edinburgh by Laura Kressly

As a company specialising in making work with disabled people, it makes sense for the company to have chosen to adapt Hans Christian Andersen’s story as it’s one of the few children’s …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM

Bid Today For Two Tickets to Broadway-Bound FROZEN! by BroadwayWorld

'Tis the season to change the world Win this lot and see the popular Disney movie come to life on Broadway as you and a guest enjoy Frozen

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:00AM

Breaking: SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL Will Hustle to Broadway This Spring by BroadwayWorld

SUMMER The Donna Summer Musical featuring a book by Colman Domingo, Robert Cary and Des McAnuff, with songs by Donna Summer, Giorgio Moroder, Paul Jabara and others, will be directed by Des …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:00AM

La Jolla Playhouse's Donna Summer musical bound for Broadway by James Hebert

The latest world-premiere musical at La Jolla Playhouse is about to make a quick dance to Broadway. “Summer: The Donna Summer Musical,” which is still running at the Playhouse, has just …

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:00AM

TV News: John Legend Will Join Alice Cooper in Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert!

The musical will be directed by David Leveaux and aired on NBC.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00AM

Hottest Articles on BWW 12/12/2017 - 12/19/2017

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com 12122017 - 12192017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:00AM

Write Stuff: The Year In Books By Connecticut Authors by Carole Goldberg

As 2017 draws to a close, let’s look back at books published by Connecticut authors this year. Here is a sampling: FICTION Family, Romance, Historical John Surowiecki: “Pie Man” (winne…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 10:00AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, December 19, 2017 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:59AM

Dates Set for Summer: The Donna Summer Musical’s Spring 2018 Broadway Transfer by Ryan McPhee

The bio-musical about the Queen of Disco will play the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre next year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM

Review: The Little Prince, Playground Theatre by Helen Long

In the entertainment industry, if you can create something that will be loved by both children and adults, you may be onto a winner. If you can create something that will effortlessly lull c…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 09:48AM

Ladies Who Launch: Four Actresses Who Started Their Own Businesses by Victoria Myers

There’s a group of women who have combined their artistic and business skills to create their own businesses in addition to their careers in the theatre. We talked to four of them—Jeanna…

SOURCE: The Interval at 09:42AM

Ladies Who Launch: Four Actresses Who Started Their Own Businesses by Victoria Myers

There’s a group of women who have combined their artistic and business skills to create their own businesses in addition to their careers in the theatre. We talked to four of them—Jeanna…

SOURCE: The Interval at 09:42AM

#52PlaysbyWomen: An Advocacy Action Introspection by [email protected] (jdstokely)

By Laura Shamas. Laura Shamas reports on the successes and challenges of launching the year-long social media campaign #52PlaysbyWomen.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 09:39AM

Please Accept John Legend As Your Lord and Savior in Jesus Christ Superstar Live! by Jackson McHenry

Soon, John Legend will die for your sins live on TV. NBC announced today that Legend will play the lead role in its live Easter Sunday staging of Jesus Christ Superstar, which is good news f…

SOURCE: Vulture at 09:25AM

Features: 6 Christmas films that should be adapted for the stage

Wondering how many more versions of A Christmas Carol you can stomach? How about one of these screen-to-stage adaptations for your festive viewing pleasures?

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:06AM

The Elves and the Shoemaker review at Avenue Theatre, Ipswich – ‘delightful and uplifting’ by Jackie Montague

Love is all around in Joanna Carrick’s delightful The Elves and the Shoemaker. It’s just sometimes, as Elvira the shoe maker discovers,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:04AM

Ian McKellen Wants to Reprise 'Gandalf' Role for Amazon TV Series by BroadwayWorld

In an interview with Graham Norton on BBC Radio, sir Ian McKellen revealed that he would like to reprise his role as Gandalf in Amazon's LORD OF THE RINGS TV series. The actor portrayed the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:01AM

John Legend Will Star in NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live! by Ryan McPhee

In a twist from previous live musical broadcasts, the April 1 production will be presented as a live concert from Brooklyn.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:00AM

‘Thought-provoking, playful & fun’: MISALLIANCE – Orange Tree Theatre by Aleks Sierz

George Bernard Shaw was a theatrical superman. A critical attack dog as well as a creator of problem plays both pleasant and unpleasant, he invented the drama of ideas.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM

Theater News: Bedlam's Pygmalion to Run Concurrently With Lincoln Center Theater's My Fair Lady

Eric Tucker will direct the George Bernard Shaw classic.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:00AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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How Bette Midler became Dolly, according to David Hyde Pierce by Broadway News

In 2017, Bette Midler seemed to be back where she belongs.  As Dolly Gallagher Levi in “Hello, Dolly!,” Bette Midler won the 2017 Tony Award for best actress in a leading role i…

SOURCE: Broadway.News Subscription at 08:59AM

John Legend to Star in Title Role of NBC's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE! by BroadwayWorld

Oscar, Golden Globe, Tony and 10-time Grammy Award winner John Legend has been cast as Jesus Christ in NBC's special event JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE IN CONCERT to be aired Easter Sunday, A…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:31AM

Bedlam to Stage George Bernard Shaw’s Pygmalion by Olivia Clement

As My Fair Lady returns to Broadway, Shaw’s classic drama will play Off-Broadway in an all-new production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:30AM

John Legend to Star in NBC’s ‘Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert’ by Cynthia Littleton

John Legend has been tapped for the title role in NBC’s live staging of “Jesus Christ Superstar,” set for Easter Sunday. “We’re all overjoyed to have world-class musica…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:20AM

Randy Newman: THREE AMIGOS Could 'Very Possibly' Be Adapted to a Musical by TV News Desk

On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, Randy Newman sat down behind the piano with Jimmy Fallon to discuss his prolific career, which included the 1986 western comedy THREE AMIGOS

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:13AM

First Night Takeover: The Grinning Man at Trafalgar Studios

Our #FirstNightTakeover series continues with Perry O'Bree attending the West End premiere (on 14 December 2017) of macabre musical masterpiece THE GRINNING MAN, which has transferred to Tra…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 08:09AM

Cinderella review at Southport Theatre – ‘slickly staged’ by Nigel Smith

Iain Lauchlan and Sam Kane’s great script for this Cinderella follows the Charles Perrault version of Cinderella pretty faithfully, while squeezing in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:06AM

Features: Matt Trueman's top ten shows of 2017

The WhatsOnStage critic picks his favourite pieces from the last 12 months

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:06AM

‘Re-imagining a classic is a courageous act’: GREAT EXPECTATIONS – Old Red Lion Theatre by Laura Kressly

Re-imagining a classic is a courageous act. Tom Crowley’s adaptation follows the journey of a young man struggling to find his place in modern day England and it’s pervasive class system.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM

12 Days of Christmas with Charles Busch: Day 6- Barbra Streisand is Calm & Bright by Charles Busch

Deck the halls, trim the tree, and spin the dreidel. BroadwayWorld is continuing our tradition of celebrating the holiday season with a Twelve Days of Christmas countdown. This year we've in…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:00AM

BWW's On This Day - December 19, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on December 19 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:00AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Black Beauty review at Lakeside Arts, Nottingham – ‘spellbinding storytelling’ by Pat Ashworth

Director Andy Manley has re-imagined the story of Black Beauty using just two actors and a ramshackle horsebox. This is home to

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:36AM

Scott: Spacey edit 'over my dead body' by Ap, Ap

Director Ridley Scott says a version of his movie "All The Money in the World" featuring original star Kevin Spacey would be released "over (his) dead body." Spacey was replaced in the movie…

SOURCE: USA Today at 07:33AM

Photos: Farinelli and the King Opening Night by Jk Clarke

      The evening of Sunday, December 17 saw the Broadway opening of Claire Van Kampen’s new play, Farinelli and the King, starring three-time Tony Award and Oscar-winni…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 07:20AM

Elf – The Musical starring Ben Forster to be broadcast live on Channel 5 by Matthew Hemley

Elf – The Musical starring Ben Forster is to be shown live on Channel 5 this Christmas. The production, currently running at

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:12AM

The Spectacular Aladdin review at SSE Arena Theatre, Belfast – ‘glittering arena panto’ by Jane Coyle

The Spectacular Aladdin is well named. Ireland has not seen its like before – an arena pantomime in a vast, wide open

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:07AM

Review: Review: The Grinning Man (Trafalgar Studios)

Bristol Old Vic's production of Victor Hugo's novel arrives in the West End

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:04AM

News: Exclusive La-Ti-Do 2018 Season Feature Announcement by Darby Dejarnette

Curated and hosted by co-founders Don Michael Mendoza and Regie Cabico, La-Ti-Do is DC’s premiere musical theatre cabaret and spoken word series. Cabaret and spoken word performances…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 07:00AM

JACK & THE BEANSTALK (with Clive Rowe) – New Wimbledon Theatre ★★★★ by Olivia Mitchell

Festive favourite and seasoned Dame, Clive Rowe takes on the role of Dame Trot whilst comedian Al Murray is a panto newbie as the landlord, Al.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Só Dança launches stunning collection with NYCB Principal Sara Mearns

Só Dança, recognized worldwide for manufacturing superior dancewear and dance shoes, recently unveiled its newest collaboration – a sleek collection with New York City Ballet Principal …

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 06:57AM

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs review at Mayflower Theatre, Southampton – ‘dazzling’ by Lesley Bates

Oh, the innocent fun to be had with a cucumber. Paul and Barry Elliott, aka children’s television favourites the Chuckle Brothers, have

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:39AM

Review: Alice in Winterland, Rose Theatre Kingston by Rachael Head

This winter the Rose Kingston theatre is putting a festive twist on a much loved, oft-revived, classic fairy tale. Before you groan “not another one”, gather your Christmas cheer and sti…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:33AM

‘A rare & genuine theatre magic’: @GrinningManLDN at @TrafStudios by Maryam Philpott

The Grinning Man may not be suitable for children (it has an age limit of 12 years), and it’s certainly not a Christmas show in any way, but within the grotesque world that Grose, Morris, …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School introduces dance classes for people with Alzheimer's disease by Sara Bauknecht / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

At a recent adult dance class at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School in the Strip District, an instructor led a small class through some ballet basics. 

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 06:00AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Golden Slumbers: from Abbey Road to John Lewis Christmas advert

Covered by many, the song is a touchstone for bands trying to show sensitivity and maturity

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 05:56AM

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, December 19, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Critics Review “Farinelli and the King,” “Matt Reviews “A Christmas Story Live,” and New Princess Diana Musical to Receive World Premiere in 2018/2019! …

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

The Grinning Man, Trafalgar Studios review - cool puppets but too convoluted by half by Matt.wolf

Visually alluring Victor Hugo rewrite needs to go back to the storyboardThese are challenging times for new British musicals. Following quickly on from a Pinocchio that ought to be way more …

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 05:54AM

Theatre News: Imogen Stubbs to star in York Theatre Royal's 2018 season

The York venue has announced its plans for the new year

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:54AM

Blogs: Beverley Knight on panto: 'I've had to channel my inner Idina Menzel'

The Bodyguard and Memphis star is making her pantomime debut in Birmingham

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:54AM

Review: The Jungle at Young Vic by Maddy Costa

We all knew: Maddy Costa on a complex exploration of the refugee crisis. The post Review: The Jungle at Young Vic appeared first on Exeunt Magazine.

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 05:44AM

Ron Fassler Brings UP IN THE CHEAP SEATS To Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Ron Fassler, the celebrated author of Up In The Cheap Seats A Historical Memoir of Broadway, will bring his acclaimed book to life at Feinstein's54 Below on Friday, January 5th, 2018, at 700…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:34AM

BWW Morning Brief December 19th, 2017: Holiday Celebrations, Alfred Hitchcock Festival, and More! by Stephanie Wild

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Today's top events Alfred Hitchcock Fest, The Seeing Place Jingle Ball Rooftop Extravaganza, and more

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:20AM

Spotlight On… Alice in Winterland’s Jonathan Andrew Hume by Olivia Mitchell

Jonathan Andrew Hume played the lead role of Simba in The Lion King and is set to star in the Rose Theatre's production of Alice in Hinterland, alongside the Rose Youth Company.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Photos: New West End Dreamgirls production images released

The production is currently booking at the Savoy Theatre until June 2018

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:48AM

Exeunt’s Most Memorable Regional Theatre 2017 by Exeunt Staff

Serving as your annual reminder of all the brilliant theatre happening around the UK and Ireland, Exeunt's critics select their favourite productions from outside of London in 2017. The post…

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 04:06AM

Ep12 - Rachel Bloom / Crazy Ex-Girlfriend by Variety

The creator of the CW musical comedy series "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," Rachel Bloom is a theater geek at heart. She spills on her favorite musicals, the stage roles she'd like to play and recent…

SOURCE: stagecraft.libsyn.com at 04:00AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Circus Oz’s ‘Model Citizens’ comes to the Sydney Festival by Blouin Artinfo

“Model Citizens” will be staged at the Circus Oz Big Top in Parramatta as part of the Circus City program during the Sydney Festival that will be held in January 2018. The show is t…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:13AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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"Gregory Porter" at Royal Albert Hall, London by Blouin Artinfo

"Gregory Porter" at Royal Albert Hall, London.The American jazz singer is critically acclaimed and has recently won a MOBO award. He has become the first MOBO award winner of 2017 by lifting…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 02:25AM

“Parliament Square” at Bush Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

Bush Theatre is currently hosting the stage production of "Parliament Square". James Fritz's searingly powerful play forces a confrontation with some of the most urgent questions we fac…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 02:19AM

Podcast: FT critics pick their best (and worst) Christmas songs

Should festive songs be cheesy or serious? And why do millennials love them?

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 02:18AM

The Book of Dragons review – E Nesbit's fire-breathers swoop on to stage by Catherine Love

York Theatre RoyalJuliet Forster’s adaptation of stories by The Railway Children’s author is cleverly designed and wittily challenges gender stereotypesYork Theatre Royal’s pantomime �…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:12AM

Readers' favourite theatre of 2017 by Guardian Stage

From the raw power of David Tennant as Don Juan to a radical critique of US race relations in An Octoroon, our readers pick their top shows of the yearShakespeare’s Globe, London Continue …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:12AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Tony Nominee Josh Groban to Headline CBS's A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, Today by BroadwayWorld

CBS announced that singer-songwriter Josh Groban will headline the 19th annual A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, to be broadcast today, Dec. 19 800-900 PM, ETPT on the CBS Television Network. Also, K…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Australian Music Vault opens at Arts Centre Melbourne by Arts Review

In celebration of, and charting the story of contemporary Australian music from the 1950s until today, the Australian Music Vault has opened its doors to the public at Arts Centre Melbourne…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 01:17AM

Li and QB: my artists of the year by Deborah Jones

My first Artist of the Year, in 2015, was operatic mezzo, cabaret sensation, music-theatre star and all-round fine human being Jacqueline Dark. Last year I went for a large, disparate group …

SOURCE: deborahjones.me at 01:16AM

Dove Cameron Reveals Her Fangirl Moment Over Lana Del Rey by Young Hollywood

Dove Cameron Reveals Her Fangirl Moment Over Lana Del ReyYH heads to BELAMI Beauty Bar where we catch up with Dove Cameron as she launches her exclusive Dove x BELLAMI collection of clip-in …

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM

PRETTYMUCH Create a Freestyle Rap and Teach Dance Moves by Young Hollywood

PRETTYMUCH Create a Freestyle Rap and Teach Dance MovesBoy band PRETTYMUCH stops by the YH Studio for an exclusive meet-and-greet with a few of their biggest fans! Brandon, Edwin, Zion, Nick…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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The Arts on Stamps of the World — December 19 by Doug Briscoe

An Arts Fuse regular feature: the arts on stamps of the world.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:24AM

2017 Sydney Theatre Awards nominations announced by Matt Edwards

Nominations were announced today for the 2017 Sydney Theatre Awards, which will be presented at a gala ceremony on Monday 22 January 2018 at 6pm at the Everest Theatre, Seymour Centre. 51 pr…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 12:00AM

5 Iconic Moments From Elf Theatregoers Can Catch Onstage in Elf the Musical by Ruthie Fierberg

See how the team behind Elf the Musical musicalized these trademark scenes from the Will Ferrell holiday classic.

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The Pasek & Paul Song That Got Them Hired for Greatest Showman by Ruthie Fierberg

The Dear Evan Hansen Tony winners reveal what song they used to get the writing gig and which surprising song was the most organic to compose.

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How Actor Rebecca Ferguson Uses a Pop Song to Bring Life to an Opera Star in Greatest Showman by Ruthie Fierberg

The breakout song “Never Enough” is a collaboration of Ferguson’s acting and Loren Allred’s voice.

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The Great Comet’s Josh Groban Headlines CBS’ A Home for the Holidays December 19 by Andrew Gans

Kelly Clarkson is also be featured on the holiday special.

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The Phantom of the Opera Tour Welcomes New Masked Man December 19 by Andrew Gans

The national tour of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical is currently playing Minneapolis’ Orpheum Theatre.

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Sex, Lies, and '90s Hits - How the cult film 'Cruel Intentions' became a jukebox musical

How the cult film Cruel Intentions became a jukebox musical---When the live onstage band at (le) Poisson Rouge starts playing the opening strains of "Bittersweet Symphony" by the Verve, all …

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Germaul Barnes and Monstah Black's Contemporary Improvisation for Black Men, A Much Needed Safe Space by The Dance Enthusiast

In Germaul Barnes and Monstah Black's Contemporary Improvisation for Black Men is a much Needed Safe Space, "I am a ballet teacher, a black male Mary Poppins even, but to that police officer…

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