Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Australian Dance Awards announce Lifetime Achievement Award by Arts Review

Robina Beard OAM, Chair of the Australian Dance Awards (ADA) committee has announced the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to Athol Willoughby OAM in recognition of his excep…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:45PM

Courtney Hadwin returns to ‘America’s Got Talent’ and blows the roof off Dolby Theatre with ‘Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag’ [WATCH] by Marcus James Dixon

After becoming Howie Mandel‘s Golden Buzzer back in the early auditions of “America’s Got Talent,” 14-year-old singer Courtney Hadwin hasn’t been seen since. We…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 11:09PM

Head Over Heels by Barry Gordin

5 Reasons Not to Hate Head Over Heels By: Iris Wiener August 14, 2018:  At first glance it is hard to find any reason to enjoy Head Over Heels. As a whole, it is a train wreck of a piece …

SOURCE: theaterlife at 11:08PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Electric Dreams: The Musical boots up for its first staged reading by Gabi Bergman

The year is 1984. Sitting on your desk is a personal computer. Your neighbour is beautiful but you don’t know how to talk to her. So naturally, you get your computer to do it for you. Elec…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 10:47PM

Review: ‘Melancholy Play: A Contemporary Farce’ at Constellation Theatre Company by Bob Ashby

In Jonathan Dahm Robertson’s set for Constellation Theatre Company’s production of Sarah Ruhl’s Melancholy Play: A Contemporary Farce, a collection of two-dimensional doors is depicted…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:18PM

Top 5 Shows of the Week by April Forrer

1. ‘Aida’ at Arts Centric. “Arts Centric is committed to presenting excellent productions, primarily by persons of color. This all black version of ‘Aida’ furthers their missi…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 10:05PM

People You Should Know . . . Rebeca Miller by Zack Calhoon

REBECA MILLER has worked regionally in theatre at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis and Florida Studio Theatre, and toured nationally with Theatrework…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 10:04PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Theatre News: Baltimore Shakespeare Factory named Ann Turiano as its Managing Director by Md Theatre Guide News Desk

In this newly created, full-time role, Turiano will oversee all business and administrative functions of The Factory, and will be a key leader in advancing the company’s artistic mission, …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 09:19PM

F Off: National Youth Theatre puts social media on trial by Tatty Hennessy

Tatty Hennessy introduces her new play for the digitally native generationF Off came about off the back of a meeting I had with Paul Roseby, the artistic director of the National Youth Theat…

SOURCE: theartsdesk.com at 09:12PM

Gettin’ The Band Back Together – Red Carpet Opening Nite by Sandi Durell

    Theater Pizzazz attended opening night red carpet at the Belasco Theatre on August 13, with Maryann Lopinto on camera. Some of the guests on the carpet included: Stephen Schwar…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 09:01PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR Royal Shakespeare Theatre Stratford upon Avon by Libby Purves and Friends

WHAT LARKS…     There is a swimming-pool ladder, a rubber-ring shaped like a swan, a robotic golf cart, some decorative flamingos (one used as a weapon) , and a statue of Queen E…

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 07:16PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Test Your New Jersey Knowledge with the Stars of Gettin the Band Back Together on Opening Night! by Broadway.com

The cast and friends of Gettin' The Band Back Together test their New Jersey knowledge this Red Carpet Challenge from opening night!

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:54PM

Off-Broadway Review: “Smokey Joe’s Café” at Stage 42 by David Roberts

Under Joshua Bergasse’s direction, the cast (five men and four women) fills Beowulf Boritt’s towering Café set with solo numbers, duets, trios, quartets, quintets and full company numbe…

SOURCE: Theatre Reviews Limited at 06:40PM

Guy, A Musical About Modern Masculinity Comes To King’s Head Theatre by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo leo&hyde bring Guy, a new musical gay rom-com to the King’s Heads for a limited season from August 28. This post Guy, A Musical About Modern Masculinity Comes To Ki…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:19PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Andrew Durand of Head Over Heels by Broadway.com

Andrew Durand stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about Head Over Heels and more with Ryan Lee Gilbert.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:48PM

Odds & Ends: Renee Elise Goldsberry, Alex Brightman to Appear in IFC Parody of Company Cast Album Doc & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed today and this weekend. Renée Elise Goldsberry & More to Appear in Documentary Now! Parody of Company Cast Album Doc …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:48PM

A Revamped ‘FringeNYC’ Returns in October: A Conversation with Producing Artistic Director Elena K. Holy by Deb Miller

Following last year’s hiatus, FringeNYC – the New York International Fringe Festival – returns in October with a new structure and focus. Elena K. Holy, Producing Artistic Director…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:38PM

Theatre Exile Announces 2018-19 Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will include plays by Itamar Moses, Tim Crouch, and Hansol Jung.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:38PM

Rachel Tucker Back at 54 Below by Sandi Durell

    by Grace Treston   Rachel Tucker proudly returned to Broadway last weekend, and the Belfast-born star provided her New York audience with an intimate performance at Feinst…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 05:29PM

See Kristine Nielsen, Annette O’Toole, and The Cast of A Lovely Sunday for Creve Coeur Meet the Press by Marc J. Franklin

The Tennessee Williams tragicomedy about four women in Depression-era St. Louis will begin performances September 14.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:28PM

Seth Rudetsky Deconstructs Hamilton’s ‘The Schuyler Sisters’ by Ruthie Fierberg

The award-winning music director breaks down Lin-Manuel Miranda’s writing and performances by Leslie Odom Jr., Renée Elise Goldsberry, Phillipa Soo, and Jasmine Cephas Jones.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:13PM

VIDEO: On This Day, August 14- Happy Birthday, Sarah Brightman! by Alexa Criscitiello

On this day, we're celebrating the birthday of legendary soprano and Phantom's original Christine, Sarah Brightman.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Know a Theatre: Boise Contemporary Theater of Boise, Idaho by American Theatre Editors

With 200 seats and 2,000 subscribers, the company has built an audience that expects the unexpected.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:42PM

Now Casting: Sing and Dance on Broadway in Disney’s ‘Frozen’ + 3 More Gigs

Don’t let this casting roundup go without applying for the great gigs available today! The Broadway musical “Frozen” based on the hit Disney movie of the same name is …

SOURCE: Backstage at 04:24PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Andrew Polec To Depart Bat Out Of Hell London by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Producers have announced that Andrew Polec will depart the London cast of Bat Out Of Hell at the Dominion Theatre. This post Andrew Polec To Depart Bat Out Of Hell London fir…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 03:59PM

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: Touring Cast Revealed by Mark A. Robinson

Launching September 21, 2018, in Buffalo, New York, the tour of the Broadway musical production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has found its cast. The previously announced Noah Weisber…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 03:57PM

Film Review: “Nico, 1988” — Decay of a Counterculture Star by Peg Aloi

Nico, 1988 lays bare the ravaged body and brooding soul of a woman who may yet be remembered as among the most iconic musicians of the twentieth century.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:54PM

Coming Attractions: August 14 Through 28 — What Will Light Your Fire by Arts Fuse Editor

Arts Fuse critics select the best in film, dance, visual arts, theater, music, and author events for the coming weeks.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:54PM

Full Casting Set for Mother of the Maid Starring Glenn Close; Production Extends Two Weeks by Andy Lefkowitz

Off-Broadway's Public Theater has announced complete casting for the New York premiere play Mother of the Maid written by Jane Anderson and directed by Matthew Penn. Previews are schedul…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:36PM

Game On! Check Out Fun Polaroids of Gettin' the Band Back Together Stars on Opening Night by Broadway.com

The cast of Gettin' the Band Back Together celebrated their Broadway opening on August 13. Stars Mitchell Jarvis, Marilu Henner, Kelli Barrett and guests enjoyed fun and games at th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:36PM

Kathy Fitzgerald, Daniel Quadrino, Jessica Cohen & More Complete the Tour Cast of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Ryan Gilbert

It must be believed to be seen! The upcoming national tour of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has announced its full cast, including Kathy Fitzgerald (Charlie and the Choc…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:36PM

The Broadway.com Show: Mitchell Jarvis, Marilu Henner & More Hit the Red Carpet for Opening Night Gettin' the Band Back Together by Broadway.com

The cast of Gettin' the Band Back Together celebrates their journey to Broadway

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:36PM

Full Cast Announced For Hadestown The Musical At The National Theatre by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Full casting has been announced for Hadestown the musical at the National Theatre. This post Full Cast Announced For Hadestown The Musical At The National Theatre first appea…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 03:33PM

Evelyn Mok: Bubble Butt review – a bummer of a show by Brian Logan

Pleasance Courtyard, EdinburghMok’s routines about sexuality, dolls and her mum’s disciplinary habits are promising but underpowered By the end, Evelyn Mok is blaming tiredness and askin…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:24PM

Ex NYC Ballet leader Martins convicted of impaired driving by Associated Press

Former New York City Ballet leader Peter Martins has been convicted of driving while impaired in the New York City suburbs.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:24PM

Cadence Theatre Names Pipeline New Works Fellows by American Theatre Editors

The inaugural class includes Brittany Fisher, Will Inman, Irene Ziegler, and writing duo Sanam Laila Hashemi and Steven Burneson.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:17PM

Review of Shakespeare in the Square’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ by Danny Cassou

THE BOTTOM LINE: Shakespeare in the Square’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a messy and innovative version of a favorite Shakespeare comedy. If you like strong physic…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 03:15PM

Outlaw by Lara Altunian

The post Outlaw appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 03:05PM

2018-19 season of 'That's Weird, Grandma' announced by Kt Hawbaker

Barrel of Monkeys has announced the lineup for the 2018-19 season of “That’s Weird, Grandma,” its sketch show written by kids and performed by adults. BOM teaching artists guide elemen…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:00PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Review of ‘Dick Pix’ by Laura Esquivel

THE BOTTOM LINE: Richard Pictures presents and TLab Shares hosts in association with Anne L. Bernstein, Daniel McCoy’s new witty comedy Dick Pix. Gender norms are turned upside down in…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:57PM

The VORTEX Announces 2018-19 ‘Homeward’ Season by American Theatre Editors

Season offerings at the Texas theatre will include works about what it means to have a home.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:57PM

BWW TV: Together at Last! Inside Opening Night of GETTIN' THE BAND BACK TOGETHER on Broadway! by Tv - Opening Night Special

Gettin' the Band Back Together on Broadway, directed by Tony Award winnerJohn Randoand choreographed byChris Bailey, officially opened just last night, August 13, at the Belasco Theatre

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:54PM

Dermot Crowley, Grace Van Patten, and More will Join Glenn Close in The Public's MOTHER OF THE MAID by BroadwayWorld

The Public Theater announcescomplete for the New York premiere of MOTHER OF THE MAID, written by Emmy Award winner Jane Anderson.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:54PM

Review of ‘Perfect Teeth’ by Malika Harris

THE BOTTOM LINE: Perfect Teeth is a captivating story by Daniel McCoy about two guys who confront a very serious and complicated situation after a hookup. You are going to love this play, it…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:48PM

Fallen Saints: Dark by Lara Altunian

The post Fallen Saints: Dark appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 02:47PM

Stellar Cast in World Premiere of “Fern Hill” at NJ Rep by Philip

The six actors appearing at New Jersey Repertory Company in Long Branch have amassed thirty-five Broadway credits among them, with six Tony Award nominations (and a win) to boot. Lured to th…

SOURCE: sceneonstage.com at 02:42PM

Katharine McPhee, Jarrod Spector & More Celebrate Gettin' the Band Back Together's Opening Night by Caitlin Moynihan

A new band is ready to rock Broadway! Gettin' the Band Back Together officially opened at the Belsaco Theatre on August 13 after beginning previews on July 19. The new musical tells the …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:32PM

Full Casting Set for Mother of the Maid Starring Glenn Close by Andy Lefkowitz

Off-Broadway's Public Theater has announced complete casting for the New York premiere play Mother of the Maid written by Jane Anderson and directed by Matthew Penn. Previews will begin …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:32PM

Wicked Star Jessica Vosk on Being Wild and Free and a 'Little Cray-Cray’ by Caitlin Moynihan

There's a new green girl in town and her name is Jessica Vosk. After appearing on Broadway in The Bridges of Madison County, Finding Neverland and Fiddler on the Roof, Vosk tou…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:32PM

See Who’s Joining Glenn Close in the Public Theater’s Mother of the Maid by Ryan McPhee

Performances will begin September 25 at the Off-Broadway venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:14PM

NEWS: Full all-female cast announced for Proud Haddock’s revival of Tony Harrison’s Square Round by Featured Content

The all-female cast has been announced for Proud Haddock's revival of Tony Harrison's rarely seen World War One play Square Rounds. When it premiered at the National's Olivier Theatre in 199…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 02:11PM

Carina Salvado’s ‘Fado Moderno’ at Opéra de Lyon by Blouin Artinfo

As part of the ongoing Peristyle Festival, Carina Salvado’s will be performing ‘Fado Moderno’ a compilation of some of her selected works at Opera de Lyon from 16-18 August. While Cari…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 02:00PM

‘Truly glorious in this well-rounded Proms version’: WEST SIDE STORY – Royal Albert Hall ★★★★ by Olivia Mitchell

The score of West Side Story was performed by a wonderful cast and the outstanding John Wilson Orchestra at the BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 02:00PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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VIDEO: Broadway YouTuber Michael Korte Plays Through the 'Evolution of Lin-Manuel Miranda' by Stage Tube

Broadway YouTuber Michael Korte is back with a powerful new video, the 'Evolution of Lin-Manuel Miranda'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:48PM

The Looming Tower’s Sullivan Jones to Star in The Winning Side Off-Broadway by Ryan McPhee

The Epic Theatre Ensemble production will play Theatre Row in October.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:45PM

L’incoronazione di Poppea, Salzburg Festival — dizzying power games

Monteverdi’s study of sexual politics is well served by Les Arts Florissants and a fine cast

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:44PM

Theatre Week Celebrates the 2018-2019 Season by Guest Author

WASHINGTON, DC – August 14 – theatreWashington today announced plans for Theatre Week 2018, a three-week celebration that will offer $15 and $35 tickets to over 20 productions, a free…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:39PM

Ricciardo e Zoraide, Rossini Opera Festival — music from the heart of Italy

Juan Diego Flórez takes the lead role in a production that sounds better than it looks

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:33PM

A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Kilkenny — lost in Fairyland

A confused staging of Shakespeare’s ever-popular romp

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:30PM

West Side Story, BBC Proms, London — brilliant Bernstein

The John Wilson Orchestra did justice to this supremely energetic musical

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:29PM

Samira Wiley and Olympic Skater Adam Rippon Among Latest to Join Laramie: A Legacy by Adam Hetrick

Laramie: A Legacy commemorate the life and impact of Matthew Shepard in a benefit reading that will also feature members of the original company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:26PM

Carly Sakolove to Play Ethel Merman in Off-Broadway Comedy The Book of Merman by Olivia Clement

The musical comedy will play at St. Luke's Theatre following a sold-out run in Chicago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:26PM

A Decade Later, Same Stuff Appears On A Twitter Feed by Joe Patti

Apropos of my post addressing arts education yesterday, I also stumbled upon an old post where I cite Richard Kessler’s The Things I Hear About Arts Education. His post is from almost …

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 01:24PM

REVIEW: 89 Nights, C Too, Edinburgh Fringe ✭✭✭✭ by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon Mark Ludmon reviews Troubadour Stageworks’ original new musical 89 Nights at C Too at Edinburgh Fringe 89 Nights C Too, Edinburgh Fringe Four stars Book Now New musical …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 01:23PM

Stephanie J. Block, Betsy Wolfe, Norm Lewis, and More Will Play Indianapolis by Adam Hetrick

The Cabaret has announced a slate of Broadway performers who will play intimate concerts this fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

R. Kelly heading to MSG’s Hulu Theater for September show by Variety

"MSG has a long history of not censoring performers."

SOURCE: pagesix.com at 01:19PM

PIX11 to Partner with The Broadway Channel to Air Broadway Profiles with Tamsen Fadal: "The Stage Is Sizzling” by Broadway.com

PIX11, Tribune Broadcasting's New York flagship station, has partnered with The Broadway Channel to present Broadway Profiles with Tamsen Fadal, a monthly series of specials about Broadw…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:18PM

Gina Gershon to Star as Melania Trump in The 1st Annual Trump Family Special by Olivia Clement

The cabaret show will play Thursday evenings at The Triad.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:14PM

Trump Lear review at Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh – ‘Strange, amusing blend of Shakespeare and Donald Trump’ by Nicole Serratore

David Carl and Michole Biancosino’s Trump Lear manages to be both a fair rendering of an abridged production of Shakespeare’s Lear and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:13PM

Lee Evans to step out of retirement for homage to Harold Pinter by Mark Brown Arts Correspondent

Comedian joins all-star cast to perform British playwright’s work at eponymous theatreThe comedian Lee Evans has announced he is stepping out of retirement to be part of a London stage sea…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:12PM

Love Songs review at Underbelly, Cowgate, Edinburgh – ‘lovable, well-intentioned coming-of-age story’ by Ava Davies

Alissa Anne Jeun Yi’s one-woman show is, in many ways, a classic coming-of-age story – a young woman grows up, has awkward

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:11PM

‘Three years ago I was raped by my friend’: Victoria Cano on how she was forced to write debut play Pomegranate Season by Featured Content

As part of our Camden Fringe Featured Shows, we're counting down to the #MeToo premiere of Pomegranate Season, running at London's Cockpit Theatre from 20 to 22 August 2018. In our interview…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:03PM

Timmy review at Assembly George Square, Edinburgh – ‘smart if safe romcom’ by Natasha Tripney

There’s an enjoyable sitcom slickness to Roxy Dunn’s two-hander Timmy. She plays Judith, a young woman in a relationship with the title

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:01PM

‘An intriguing & compelling production’: VIVIAN’S MUSIC, 1969 – Edinburgh Fringe ★★★★ by Debbie Gilpin

A timely play about a period in modern history that may be unfamiliar to many, with dangerously pertinent themes – the performances are engaging and moving.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at noon (Broadway Time)
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REVIEW: Funeral Flowers, Pleasance Pop-Up, Edinburgh Fringe ✭✭✭✭✭ by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon Mark Ludmon reviews Funeral Flowers, written and performed by Emma Dennis-Edwards, at the Pleasance Pop-Up at Edinburgh Fringe Funeral Flowers Pleasance Pop-Up at 21 Broughton…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:58PM

VIDEO: Tuesday Blues? Watch My Little Ponies Defy Gravity by BroadwayWorld

As the summer months wane and vacations come to an end, take a break from the humdrum for a musical theatre laugh. These two My Little Ponies are belting it out Broadway style with the class…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

“Where the Boys Are” Explodes the Myth of Men, at Faultline, S.F. by Bdhorwitz

Vanessa Flores’ New Women Take Over Comedy by Barry David Horwitz So….we think men, males, boys, those guys, dudes, bros are indispensable? Well, think again. Playwright Vanessa Flores m…

SOURCE: Theatrius at 12:44PM

Prehistoric review at Summerhall, Edinburgh – ‘gutsy exploration of teenage rebellion’ by Thom Dibdin

Visceral, passionate and thrashing about in any key it can find a snarl, Marcel Dorney’s pseudo-history of Brisbane punk in the late

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:43PM

Totemo’s “Everything Happens Only Once” at The Esplanade, Singapore by Blouin Artinfo

Israeli singer-songwriter and producer Totemo will be in concert at Singapore’s Esplanade on the 17th and 18th of August. Her real name is Rotem Or, but professionally she is known as Tote…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 12:42PM

Let’s Inherit the Earth review at Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh – ‘exuberant, absurdist, but aimless’ by Fergus Morgan

Jointly produced by Scottish company Dogstar Theatre and Swedish outfit Profilteatern, Let’s Inherit the Earth offers one of the zanier shows available

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:36PM

Watchdog at Opera of Lyon by Blouin Artinfo

As part of the ongoing Peristyle Festival, instrumental duo “Watchdog” are performing some of their finest works at Opera de Lyon through August 15. For their 2018 edition, the Peristyle…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 12:34PM

3 Tips That Got Samantha Barks to Broadway as the New Pretty Woman by Ruthie Fierberg

The star of the new movie musical adaptation shares advice from acting coaches Connie de Veer and Jan Elfline.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:28PM

Fronting review at Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh – ‘important but rather gauche writing’ by Paul Vale

David has been diagnosed with HIV and his life is changed irrevocably. While still trying to process the diagnosis himself, he is

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:23PM

Inside Broadway’s Protest at The White House by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth recounts his day as part of Rosie O’Donnell’s protest in Washington, D.C.—plus stories from Andrea Martin and Liz Callaway in P…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:17PM

Jennifer Simard to Join Company of Mean Girls; Kerry Butler Sets Final Performance Date by Andy Lefkowitz

This casting is totally fetch! Tony nominee Jennifer Simard will make her way to the August Wilson Theatre on September 11, stepping into the Tony-nominated and Broadway.com Audience Choice …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:12PM

This Soulful Tribute to the Music of Lin-Manuel Miranda Fills Us with Theater-Nerd Pride by Broadway.com

On the heels of his popular video #HAM4BEY, Broadway YouTuber Michael Korte is back with a powerful new compilation, titled "Evolution of Lin-Manuel Miranda." Featuring songs from …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:12PM

Gina Gershon to Play Melania Trump in New Musical Comedy The 1st Annual Trump Family Special by Andy Lefkowitz

Gina Gershon, the star of stage and screen who recently performed an impression of Melania Trump on the The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, is taking her act off-Broadway. The acclaimed …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:12PM

Broadway dresser, Evelyn LeBel and Master Technician at the Second Stage Tony Kiser Theatre, Chris Stepanek and their cat Willow by Told By Evelyn Lebel and Chris Stepanek

Chris: We got her in February at Meow ParlourEvelyn: It's a cat cafe. it's $6 an hour and you go in and play with all the cats for an hour and you can get coffee and macarons.Chris: All the …

SOURCE: www.petsofbroadway.org at 12:07PM

Polaris review at Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh – ‘endearing but thin sci-fi fairytale’ by Ben Kulvichit

What links an astronaut in 2096, two girls in year 10, and a T-Rex in the Cretaceous period? In Holly and Ted’s

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:07PM

Edinburgh Review: Mr Swallow and the Vanishing Elephant at Pleasance Courtyard by Freddie Machin

The elephant in the room: Freddie Machin reviews Nick Mohammed's alter ego Mr Swallow, back with an old-school magic show. The post Edinburgh Review: Mr Swallow and the Vanishing Elephant at…

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 12:06PM

Arts Over Borders: Brian Friel festival puts Brexit centre-stage by Mark Lawson

From The Yalta Game to Living Quarters, the Irish playwright’s works have added resonance in this year’s FrielFestAlthough Ireland is famously cultured, it’s a shock to walk into a vil…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:06PM

Could Sterling K. Brown and Elisabeth Moss lose? Emmy acting upsets, ranked from most likely to least by Joyce Eng

All the acting Emmy acting frontrunners are still sitting pretty in our predictions, but it wouldn’t be a true Emmy ceremony without a surprise or two. Who will be this year’s Be…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:00PM

‘Constantly energetic & oddly thought-provoking’: THE MONSTER IN THE HALL – Edinburgh Fringe ★★★ by Thom Dibdin

Cheerfulness in the face of adversity characterises The Monster in the Hall by Capsize Collective and New Celts at The Space on the Mile.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PM

579: What’s On at the Fringe – Challenging the Norm and the Form by MusicalTalk

Thos sits down with Rebecca Humphries to discuss her award winning five-star musical show, Prom Kween, “a riotous musical theatre piece” which is a coming of age story loosely based on r…

SOURCE: musicaltalk.libsyn.com at 12:00PM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Tony-Nominee Jennifer Simard Joins Mean Girls by Mark A. Robinson

Jennifer Simard, a Tony-nominee for her performance in the musical Disaster! and recently Ernestina in the current Broadway revival of Hello, Dolly!, has found her next role. Simard will rep…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 11:49AM

Laura Osnes and Tony Yazbeck Will Perform Gershwin Greats in Concert by Adam Hetrick

The recent stars of Crazy for You in concert at Lincoln Center will reunite at Feinstein’s/54 Below this fall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:48AM

Drive-By Shooting at Summerhall, Edinburgh – ‘grand opera meets gun crime’ by Paul Vale

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is a place for experimentation and a perfect example is the new micro-opera Drive-By Shooting, by John McIlduff

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:46AM

NEWS: Lee Evans steps out of retirement to perform in the Pinter at the Pinter season by Press Releases

In what promises to be an exciting event within the Pinter at the Pinter season, Lee Evans will appear in an eclectic mixed bill alongside stage and screen favourite Meera Syal. They join t…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:46AM

Secret Cinema presents Romeo + Juliet review: Glastonbury for cinephiles by Clarisse Loughrey, Clarisse Loughrey

An impressive fusion of music festival atmosphere and intimate, immersive cinema

SOURCE: The Independent at 11:42AM

Production Availability at Corn Productions by Bt

Corn Productions, or the Cornservatory, is located at 4210 N. Lincoln avenue and has availability for a lot of time slots in 2019. We have availability from January 6 - February 16, March 3…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 11:42AM

A Haunting Look Into the Future: ‘Intrusion’ by Matthew Wexler

Qurrat Ann Kadwani's one-woman play explores a futuristic society where sexual violence has been eradicated. Or has it?

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:36AM

Joel Grey's Yiddish FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Eyes Broadway Transfer by BroadwayWorld

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's Yiddish language Fiddler on the Roof has become one of the hottest tickets of the summer, with its run at the Museum of Jewish Heritage just extended th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36AM

She's a Cool Mom! Jennifer Simard Joins Cast of MEAN GIRLS, Kerry Butler Exits Sep 9 by BroadwayWorld

Tony Award nominee Jennifer Simard Disaster, Hello, Dolly will join the cast of Mean Girls as Mrs. Heron Ms. Norbury Mrs. George beginning Tuesday, September 11.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36AM

Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for GETTIN' THE BAND BACK TOGETHER by Jennifer Broski

Gettin' the Band Back Together on Broadway, directed by Tony Award winnerJohn Randoand choreographed byChris Bailey, officially opened just last night, August 13, at the Belasco Theatre Chec…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36AM

Samira Wiley, Randy Rainbow, Among Additional Stars Announced for LARAMIE: A LEGACY, Anderson Cooper to Host by BroadwayWorld

Tectonic Theater Project announced today a benefit host and additional casting for LARAMIE A LEGACY, a reading of The Laramie Project

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36AM

James Young, Kathy Fitzgerald, and More Complete Cast of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Tour by BroadwayWorld

Complete casting has been announced for the national tour ofRoald Dahl's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORYwhich will launch this September.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36AM

Watch This Epic ‘Evolution of Lin-Manuel Miranda‘ Medley by Ruthie Fierberg

The producers of #HAM4BEY presents songs from In The Heights, Bring It On, Hamilton, and more in this music video.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:33AM

Complete Casting Announced for National Tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Adam Hetrick

Noah Weisberg will star as Willy Wonka in the tour that launches September 21 in Buffalo, New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:31AM

NEWS: Bryony Hannah & Paul Nicholls join the cast of Foxfinder West End premiere by Press Releases

Olivier nominee Bryony Hannah (Call the Midwife) and Paul Nicholls (Law & Order, The C-Word, EastEnders) will join the cast of Foxfinder’s West End premiere which begins performances …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:29AM

A Generous Lover review at Summerhall, Edinburgh – ‘absorbing storytelling with a unique perspective’ by Paul Vale

La John Joseph is a regular performance artist and commentator on the queer scene in the UK and beyond. At face value,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:22AM

Bryony Hannah and Paul Nicholls complete Foxfinder casting by Georgia Snow

Bryony Hannah and Paul Nicholls have been announced as the final cast members for Foxfinder, which opens in the West End next

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:18AM

Jennifer Simard to Join Mean Girls on Broadway by Olivia Clement

The Tony nominee will replace Kerry Butler in September.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:11AM

Sail Away with James Corden & Ariana Grande in an Epic Musical Parody of the Film Titanic by Broadway.com

Our hearts will most definitely go on after watching this. James Corden and Ariana Grande teamed up on the August 13 episode of The Late Late Show to toast the 1997 Oscar-winn…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:06AM

Two Mormon Missionaries to Ring the Doorbell of a Broadway Legend in The Book of Merman by Andy Lefkowitz

The Book of Merman, a new musical comedy centered around one of Broadway's most iconic stars, will make its off-Broadway debut this fall. Performances will begin at St. Luke's Theatr…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:06AM

I know how hard it is for working-class actors to succeed. We can change that | Eddie Marsan by Eddie Marsan

Money is a huge obstacle for people trying to get into the arts. We need positive policies – even quotas – to improve diversityI’ve been acting professionally for more than 25 years no…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:04AM

Review: Douglas Turner Ward’s Happy Ending at Anacostia Playhouse by Debbie Minter Jackson

You may have heard of Douglas Turner Ward’s 1965 Day of Absence, but might not be as aware of his other one-act play that was often performed as a full evening.  Here’s a chance to fin…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:04AM

Kin review at Underbelly Cowgate, Edinburgh – ‘straightforward, sensitive comedy-drama’ by Fergus Morgan

It’s a bit disconcerting to come across a straightforward tragicomic play at the Edinburgh Fringe, but that’s what Max Dickins’ Kin is.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:03AM

Broadway Grosses w/e 8/12/2018: Let’s Hear It For The Boys

The following are the Broadway grosses for the week ending August 12, 2018. The Broadway grosses are courtesy of The Broadway League Read more here:

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

‘It is Bennett’s lasting gift to amateur dramatic societies up and down the country’: ALLELUJAH! – Bridge Theatre ★★★★ by Johnny Fox

I am fully content to hail Alan Bennett as a National Treasure, and while I enjoyed many aspects of Allelujah!, I still hoped for even better and a return to his form in, say, The Madness of…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM

Episode 579: What’s On at the Fringe – Challenging the Norm and the Form by MusicalTalk

Challenging the Norm and the Form:  Thos sits down with Rebecca Humphries to discuss her award winning five-star musical show, Prom Kween, “a riotous musical theatre piece” which is a c…

SOURCE: musicaltalk.libsyn.com at 11:00AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Hamilton Star Mandy Gonzalez Will Play Bay Street Theater by Adam Hetrick

The original In the Heights cast member released her debut solo album Fearless earlier this year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:46AM

Evolution Of Lin-Manuel Miranda by Michael Korte

Michael Korte presents 'Evolution of Lin-Manuel Miranda'- a soulful celebration of Lin's groundbreaking musical creations! ❤️ 🇵🇷 Watch Michael's Hamilton & Beyonce Mashup: https://…

SOURCE: YouTube at 10:43AM

Lynda Gravátt, Kara Young, More to Star in The Revolving Cycles Truly and Steadily Roll'd Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

Jonathan Payne’s new play will kick off The Playwrights Realm's 2018–2019 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Grace review at Gilded Balloon, Edinburgh – ‘confused series of sketches about gender’ by Natasha Tripney

Katie Reddin-Clancy‘s solo show Grace is less a play than a series of comedy sketches pegged to a muddled storyline. Alfie and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:40AM

Go Inside the Opening Night of Gettin’ the Band Back Together on Broadway by Hannah Vine

The musical comedy officially opened at the Belasco Theatre August 13.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:39AM

Edinburgh Fringe: A round-up of shows about toxic men - Daughter, De Fuut, Unsung, Angry Alan, Square Go by Lyn Gardner, Lyn Gardner

Daughter (★★★★☆), De Fuut (★★☆☆☆), Unsung (★★★☆☆), Angry Alan (★★★★☆), Square Go (★★★★☆)

SOURCE: The Independent at 10:36AM

The Man Behind “Casey at the Bat” by Trav S.D.

A little tribute today to a distant cousin of mine, Ernest Lawrence Thayer (1863-1940), best known for his comic 1888 poem “Casey at the Bat”. Thayer was the son of a wealthy woo…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:24AM

CHICAGO Producers Establish Endowment in Memory of Long-Time Standby, Jeff Loeffelholz by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld has just learned that a framed photo of Jeff performing as Mary Sunshine is being hung at the Ambassador Theatre. Additionally, producers Barry and Fran Weissler, in partnershi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre Box Office Opens Today For THE FERRYMAN by BroadwayWorld

The Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre box office 242 W. 45th Street is now open for Jez Butterworth's The Ferryman. The play, directed by Sam Mendes, arrives on Broadway this fall. Produced by Sonia…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

Photo Coverage: GETTIN' THE BAND BACK TOGETHER Takes Opening Night Bows! by Jennifer Broski

Gettin' the Band Back Together on Broadway, directed by Tony Award winnerJohn Randoand choreographed byChris Bailey, officially opened just last night, August 13, at the Belasco Theatre We'r…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

Save up to $30 on Tickets to See 'Funny & Sexy' HEAD OVER HEELS on Broadway by Contests - Broadway

Critics are cheering for broadway's new laugh-out-loud love storyHead over Heels, A New Musical1980s pop meets 1580s romance. Celebrate the 80s with 80 tickets

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

Photo Coverage: GETTIN' THE BAND BACK TOGETHER Celebrates a Rockin' Opening Night! by Jennifer Broski

Gettin' the Band Back Together on Broadway, directed by Tony Award winner John Rando and choreographed by Chris Bailey, officially opened just last night, August 13, at the Belasco Theatre B…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:24AM

Gate 64 at Underbelly Bristo Square, Edinburgh – ‘heart-warming, if unremarkable’ by Paul Vale

If you’ve ever found yourself waiting endlessly in a queue, Winnie may have the answer to your boredom. She might look like

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:16AM

Educational Theatre Foundation's Names Inaugural Broadway Back to School Award Recipients by Shoshy Ciment

Freddie Gershon and Dr. Sharon Dunn will be presented with the honor in September at Feinstein’s 54/Below

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:09AM

Feature: Mighty Pen Theatre: “An important time for autistic representation” by Josephine Balfour-Oatts

“I think we’ve always been telling this story.” Cait O’Sullivan muses. Her sister Maeve nods, “for years it was kind The post Feature: Mighty Pen Theatre: “An important time …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 10:06AM

Review: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The Half Moon Shania, Zoo Southside by Joseph Winer

★★★★ It’s 1999. The millennium is on its way. And up and coming punk band The G-Stringz are playing at The post Review: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The Half Moon Shania, Zoo Southsi…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 10:06AM

Free and Proud review at Assembly George Square, Edinburgh – ‘slick but dispiriting’ by Paul Vale

In order to make sense of the present, it’s important to examine the past. This is the earth-shattering revelation made by New

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:03AM

Lee Evans, Jonjo O’Neill and Meera Syal join Pinter At The Pinter by Robin Johnson

The stunning casting announcements show no signs of abating for Pinter At The Pinter season, as Lee Evans, Jonjo O'Neill and Meera Syal join the line-up. The post Lee Evans, Jonjo O’Ne…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 10:03AM

Director and playwright Jenna Watt: ‘We had a deficit of 40p, pretty good for your first fringe’ by Giverny Masso

Director and playwright Jenna Watt’s credits include Scotsman Fringe First-winning play Faslane, which explores the UK’s nuclear weapons debate, and Flaneurs, which

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:00AM

Pauline Quirke Academy meets Shakespeare Schools Foundation by Susan Elkin

Shakespeare’s plays really are uniquely life changing and if this collaboration between PQA and SSF means that more young people will have access to their power then that can only be a Ver…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Near, Far, Ariana Grande and James Corden’s Titanic Is Just an Excuse for Ari to Belt That Song by Devon Ivie

We’ve crunched the numbers, and can officially report the reason behind Ariana Grande and James Corden’s Late Late Show “soundtrack” to Titanic was not for laughs, not for guaranteed…

SOURCE: Vulture at 09:59AM

REVIEW: The Greatest Play In The History Of The World,Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh Fringe ✭✭✭✭ by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon Mark Ludmon reviews The Greatest Play in the History of the World…. starring Julie Hesmondhalgh at Traverse Theatre The Greatest Play in the History of the World… …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:58AM

It's Not a Sprint / What I Talk About When I Talk About Running reviews – Edinburgh mini-marathons by Catherine Love

Pleasance Dome/Zoo Charteris, Edinburgh★★★☆☆/★★☆☆☆Grace Chapman tries to outrun her fears and Fredrik Høyer works up a sweat in two one-person shows about mental and phy…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:54AM

GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, August 14, 2018 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:38AM

Aristocrats, Donmar Warehouse, London, review: A fresh and arresting revival by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Lyndsey Turner, the director of the Benedict Cumberbatch Hamlet and Lucy Kirkwood's Chimerica, directs the first major revival of Brian Friel's 1979 play since his death three years ago

SOURCE: The Independent at 09:32AM

Tony Nominee Mark Baker Passes Away at 71 by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Mark Baker, a Broadway veteran and Tony nominee, passed away yesterday, August 13. He was 71 years old.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:24AM

Review: The Amiable Schlock of ‘Gettin’ the Band Back Together’ by Christopher Caggiano

By Christopher Caggiano, Contributing Writer, August 14, 2018 Sometimes shows come to Broadway that automatically get the online theater wags sharpening their knives. Before a show has even …

SOURCE: www.zealnyc.com at 09:22AM

VIDEO: Watch Ariana Grande and James Corden Perform the 'Soundtrack to TITANIC' on THE LATE LATE SHOW by Stage Tube

Ariana Grande and James Corden celebrate the love story of Jack and Rose in 'Titanic' with a live performance of 13 songs in front of nine different sets all done in one take.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:20AM

Ariana Grande and James Corden performed a musical version of 'Titanic'; will never let go by Usa Today, Hannah Yasharoff, Usa Today

Ariana Grande appeared on "The Late Late Show with James Corden" Monday, during which the two performed a five minute pop musical version of "Titanic."       &…

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:17AM

On the Highly Substantial Alice Ghostly by Trav S.D.

Character actress Alice Ghostley (1923-2007) was born on August 14. No doubt you already know where you know her from, and we’ll hit that, but honestly Ghostley was a woman of so many …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:06AM

Camp Be Yourself review at Underbelly Cowgate, Edinburgh – ‘unsettling absurdist comedy’ by Paul Vale

Box Theatre Company was founded in 2016 with the aim of celebrating emerging young voices in the industry, while focusing on the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:03AM

‘No fiction & all the more distressing because of it’: IN LOYAL COMPANY – Edinburgh Fringe ★★★★★ by Michael Davis

A labour of love, David William Bryan’s latest show In Loyal Company is a tribute to the life of his great-uncle Arthur ‘Joe’ Robinson and the other ordinary men and women who served d…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM

The Collaborative Possibilities of Mediaturgy by [email protected] (jdstokely)

By Katherine Swimm. Katherine Swimm discusses New Rep Theatre’s Boston production of Ripe Frenzy , and the innovative collaboration between playwright Jennifer Barclay and projection desig…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 09:00AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Velvet review at Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh – ‘engaging and important’ by Rosemary Waugh

Tom’s a young actor desperate to stick with his dream career despite regularly working for less than minimum wage and having to

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:48AM

An Interview with Young Jean Lee by Victoria Myers

Straight White Men, which marks Young Jean Lee's Broadway debut, as well as the first time a play by an Asian woman has been produced on Broadway. Young Jean has been a staple of the downtow…

SOURCE: The Interval at 08:36AM

Foxfinder completes cast and launches new trailer by Robin Johnson

Bryony Hannah and Paul Nicholls will join Iwan Rheon and Heida Reed in Foxfinder next month, completing the cast of its West End revival. The post Foxfinder completes cast and launches new …

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 08:30AM

BROADWAY HEAT: Gettin' the Band Back Together - THE FINAL 4 ROUND! by JK

HOT: (adj) on Broadway: fierce, talented, big potential; has "buzz"; has "it" factor.It's Gettin' the Band Back Together time! They opened last night, but we still have a little wo…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 08:24AM

Anthony Nuccio, Katie LaMark, Sam Harvey, and More to Lead ROCK OF AGES 10th Anniversary Tour by BroadwayWorld

Leading the cast are Anthony Nuccio as 'Drew Boley,' Katie LaMark as 'Sherrie Christian,' John-Michael Breen as 'Lonny,' Sam Harvey as 'Stacee Jaxx,' Ryan M. Hunt as 'Dennis,' Chris Renalds …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18AM

BWW's On This Day - August 14, 2018

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on August 14 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18AM

Andrew Polec to leave Bat Out of Hell – The Musical by Giverny Masso

Andrew Polec is to leave Bat Out of Hell – The Musical on September 1, it has been announced. Polec, who won

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:04AM

‘Interesting without being outright memorable’: ARISTOCRATS – Donmar Warehouse ★★★ by Carole Woddis

Aristocrats does show once again Brian Friel’s remarkable ability to understand and cross religious and personal boundaries, but this time it fails to grapple the heart with quite the keen…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM

A Conversation with Joniece Abbott-Pratt, Juliana Canfield, Harriett D Foy, Marie Thomas, and Michelle Wilson by Admin

  Marcus Gardley’s The House That Will Not Stand is an adaptation from Federico García Lorca´s seminal The House of Bernarda Alba inspired by real life stories of Creole women of color …

SOURCE: stageandcandor.com at 08:00AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Ariana Grande and James Corden Perform ‘Titanic’ Musical Number on ‘Late Late Show’ by Cynthia Littleton

Ariana Grande worked overtime Monday during her appearance on CBS’ “The Late Late Show,” performing an elaborate “Titanic”-themed musical number with host James…

SOURCE: Variety at 07:57AM

Review: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Trojan Horse, Summerhall by Afshan D'souza-Lodhi

★★★ Trojan Horse, directed by Matt Woodhead, leaves us wanting more. Underneath the classical sounds of the tabla merging into a The post Review: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Trojan Hor…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 07:48AM

Acting For Others announces star-studded ambassadors list by Robin Johnson

Acting For Others, the charity that provides financial and emotional support to all theatre workers in times of need, has announced starry ambassadors. The post Acting For Others announces …

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 07:46AM

NEWS: Andrew Polec will leave London’s Bat Out of Hell in September by Press Releases

Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical’s lead Andrew Polec, who plays the character of ‘forever young’ Strat, is leaving the West End production of the show.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:41AM

Sad news for #BatTheMusical fans as @AndrewPolec bids farewell to the #WestEnd production but could that mean a #Broadway transfer is on the cards?

Popular Bat Out of Hell star Andrew Polec, who plays the lead role of Strat, is leaving the West End production on 1 September 2018. More exciting news about the actor will be announced shor…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 07:41AM

When Dad died, I unearthed my teenage diaries – and turned my time as a rock star into a play by Cora Bissett

I had just left school when I signed a record deal and toured with Blur and Radiohead. Now, 25 years later, I’m taking those memories to EdinburghThe call comes from a manager in Edinburgh…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:36AM

Breach Theatre: ‘A really exciting company that will only get better’ by Natasha Tripney

The theatre company that broke out at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2015 is back at the festival with its fifth work, about

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:30AM

Jill Paice: Don’t Quit Your Daydream by Sandi Durell

  by Brian Scott Lipton   It says something about Broadway star Jill Paice’s talent as an actress that I wasn’t completely sure if she was truly as nervous as she claimed makin…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 07:28AM

My Left/Right Foot review at Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh – ‘irreverent and entertaining’ by Natasha Tripney

Scottish amdram group the Kirktoon Players has decided it’s about time it embraced inclusivity. It might even earn itself some brownie points

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:27AM

Andrew Polec rocks out of Bat Out Of Hell by Robin Johnson

The original face of Bat Out Of Hell - The Musical, Andrew Polec, will play his final London performance as Strat on Saturday 1 September. The post Andrew Polec rocks out of Bat Out Of Hell …

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 07:26AM

Exclusive first look: Debbie Tucker Green’s short film for Channel 4’s Random Acts by The Stage

Playwright and director Debbie Tucker Green is among those commissioned by Channel 4 to direct an episode of its latest Random Acts

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:25AM

Edinburgh Fringe: A round-up of shows at Paines Plough - Sticks and Stones, Island Town, The Political History of Smack and Crack by Lyn Gardner, Lyn Gardner

Sticks and Stones (★★★☆☆), Island Town (★★★★☆), The Political History of Smack and Crack (★★★★☆)

SOURCE: The Independent at 07:12AM

54 Sings Working by Sandi Durell

    By Brian Scott Lipton     Studs Terkel’s landmark book, “Working,” in which he interviewed dozens of people about the trials, tribulations and triumphs of their…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 07:03AM

‘A real triumph from start to finish’: HEROINE – Edinburgh Fringe ★★★★ by Thom Dibdin

A truly harrowing tale of survival is told in Heroine, a one-woman show from Scene Change Productions making its world premiere this Fringe.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Theatre charity Acting for Others announces 14 new ambassadors by Giverny Masso

Actors Lesley Joseph, Christopher Biggins and Wendi Peters have been announced as ambassadors for theatre charity Acting for Others. They are part

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:59AM

Silk Road Q&A video and photos: How DO you buy drugs online? And write a play about it? by Terri Paddock

How do you buy drugs online? What was Silk Road? Could the libertarians on it actually be steering us towards a more humane drug policy? Or is a play about this dark-web marketplace glamour…

SOURCE: Terri Paddock at 06:56AM

Review: Aristocrats, Donmar Warehouse by Dovydas Laurinaitis

A dollhouse sits alone atop a stool, held by muted white light encasing the perimeter of the Donmar Warehouse’s thrust The post Review: Aristocrats, Donmar Warehouse appeared first on A Yo…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:42AM

Review: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Meek, Traverse Theatre by Joseph Winer

★★★ Penelope Skinner’s Meek explores the negative impacts that the right to freedom of expression has on both individual and The post Review: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Meek, Travers…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:42AM

Blacktown Arts Presents Australian Premiere of “Sitaraha – The Stars” by Blouin Artinfo

Blacktown Arts Centre recently announced the Australian premiere of “Sitaraha – The Stars,” a new theater work by Afghani playwright and actor Monirah Hashemi, September 6 – 9, 2018.…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 06:28AM

Hocus Pocus review at The Studio of Festival Theatre, Edinburgh – ‘tale of friendship and derring-do’ by Thom Dibdin

Emerging out of what appears to be primordial soup, dancers Mickael Henrotay-Delaunay and Ismael Oiartzabal weave a tale of friendship and derring-do

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:15AM

Damsel Productions Announces London Tour Dates and Workshop Programme for Abi Zakarian’s “Fabric” by Blouin Artinfo

Damsel Productions recently announced the London tour dates for Abi Zakarian’s “Fabric,” “a new production in support of Solace Women’s Aid. Following a run at the Soho Theatre, th…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 06:13AM

Adrian Lester, Jason Manford and Meow Meow to star in Guys and Dolls at the Royal Albert Hall by Georgia Snow

Adrian Lester, Jason Manford and Meow Meow are to star in a semi-staged production of Guys and Dolls at the Royal Albert

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:06AM

Brief 8/14: Read the Reviews For GETTIN' THE BAND BACK TOGETHER, and More! by Stephanie Wild

Good morning BroadwayWorld Today's top stories check out all the reviews for Gettin' the Band Back Together, which opened last night on Broadway

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:04AM

The Dallas Opera Presents “The Flying Dutchman” in Dallas, US by Blouin Artinfo

The Dallas Opera presents “The Flying Dutchman” at its Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House in Dallas, US, October 12 - 20, 2018.Richard Wagner’s “The Flying Dutchman” gloriously e…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 06:00AM

Paint The City Murals Popping Up All Over Hartford by Susan Dunne

Colorful murals are popping up all over Hartford: a huge image of a toothy-smiled little kid on a community center, a painted collage of city leaders on the side of a school, two mysterious …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:00AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Tuesday, August 14, 2018 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: “Hadestown” Announces Amazing London Cast and Matt Makes Big Predictions. And Critics Call “Gettin’ the Band Back Together” an “Embarrassment.R…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

Nicole Kidman and Charlize Theron to Feature in a #MeToo Movement-inspired Movie by Blouin Artinfo

Nicole Kidman and Charlize Theron are set to lead an all-star cast in a new movie about former Fox News hosts Gretchen Carlson and Megyn Kelly, who came out in the open and spoke up about se…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:53AM

What went wrong for Lovato? by Blouin Artinfo

Demi Lovato seems to have recovered completely after a drug overdose on July 24.One wonders that what could have compelled her to take the drastic step when things were going so well for the…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:48AM

Review: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Sticks and Stones, Summerhall by Joseph Winer

★★★★ B is doing a great job at work. She’s supported other people throughout their careers and balances a fast-paced, The post Review: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Sticks and Stones,…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:42AM

Review: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, User Not Found, Jeelie Piece Café by Joseph Winer

★★★★ We meet at the Jeelie Piece Café on Leven Street. The barista comes around with a menu and we The post Review: Edinburgh Fringe Festival, User Not Found, Jeelie Piece Café app…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:42AM

“Caniba” at MK2 Beaubourg, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

A documentary on the life of Issei Sagawa called “Caniba” releases at Paris’ MK2 Beaubourg Cinema on August 22, 2018.“Directed by Verena Paravel and Lucien Castaing-Taylor, the film …

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:39AM

Astrophysicist Dr. Neil Degrasse Tyson at SDCT, San Diego by Blouin Artinfo

The San Diego Civic Theatre presents “An Astrophysicist Goes to the Movies,” an evening with Dr. Neil Degrasse Tyson on September 26, 2018.“From ‘Star Wars’ to ‘Interstellar’ t…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:31AM

“Chanda An Indian Mother” at Cinema Le Nouvel Odeon, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

Coming soon at Paris’ Cinema Le Nouvel Odeon is an Indian film “Chanda An Indian Mother.”In India the film is known by “Nil Battey Sannata” meaning Zero divided by Silence. “The …

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:18AM

Broadway’s Rising Stars by Mark A. Robinson

We all love a Broadway success story, and the road to stardom is paved with a lot of hard work, heartache, and a configuration of talent and timing that is akin to planets lining up. Of cour…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 05:14AM

“Humans” at BAM, New York by Blouin Artinfo

As part of the 2018 Next Wave Festival, “Humans,” a physical theater will be staged from October 3 through October 7, 2018. The show marks the US premiere of this captivating endeavor th…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:01AM

Soprano Nadine Benjamin: ‘There are no shortcuts to being thorough and committed’ by John Byrne

How did you start off in theatre/music? Initially, I heard and experienced music in church, becoming more active when I started secondary

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

Actor CJ Johnson on her first audition: ‘Next thing, I’m belting out I Dreamed a Dream for Coldplay’s Chris Martin’ by John Byrne

My first professional audition was as a ‘wild card’ for Fantine in Les Miserables. I was still in training and they contacted

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

Elegy by Arts Review

Following the critical success of its 2016 Australian premiere at Melbourne’s Midsumma Festival, Lab Kelpie’s urgent and arresting theatre piece Elegy by Douglas Rintoul will be performe…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 05:00AM

The Green Room: What should you do if you’re miscast? by Jon Dryden Taylor

Meet our panel: We have given our panellists pen-names and used stock images but their biographies reflect their real career details…​​​​​​ Gary

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

‘Swashbuckling family fun’: THE THREE MUSKETEERS – St Paul’s Church ★★★★ by Debbie Gilpin

It’s time to head to 17th-century Paris with d’Artagnan, desperate to become a Musketeer – but hiding a secret that could bring those dreams crashing down in an instant.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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“Akhnaten” at ENO, London by Blouin Artinfo

The opera is all about the emergence of new power and fading away of the older. It is about the dawn of a new age. After its sell-out run and on popular demand, Phelim McDermott’s Olivier …

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 04:57AM

Greed as the keynote: Robert Carsen on the timelessness of 'The Beggar's Opera' by Robert Carsen

The director brings his contemporary take on John Gay's satire to the Edinburgh FestivalIn the time of composer John Gay, greed and self-interest were the main motives for life; and his…

SOURCE: theartsdesk.com at 04:48AM

On the Couch with Michael Lindner by Arts Review

Who is Michael Lindner? Michael Lindner is a cute pie and a great dancer (according to his partner Greg!). According to me, I’m a very lucky mid 40s guy who gets to spend his working …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 04:27AM

Mr Swallow and the Vanishing Elephant review – a trunkful of tricks by Brian Logan

Pleasance Courtyard, EdinburghNick Mohammed doesn’t quite conjure the powers of previous extravaganzas but this entertaining set has some impressive feats of memoryNick Mohammed’s comedy…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:24AM

Life outside of Edinburgh? Mark Shenton rounds up the week in theatre from both sides of the pond by Mark Shenton

Mark Shenton rounds up news of singalong performances of Bat Out of Hell, reviews of Aristocrats, Bring It On and Little Shop of Horrors and an extract from an interview with Kathleen Turner.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:00AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Director Michael Boyd and designer Tom Piper reveal the secrets of their long-running creative partnership by Tom Wicker

For more than two decades, director Michael Boyd and designer Tom Piper have worked together on a series of audacious, award-winning productions.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:33AM

Hugh Jackman says Larimer County Sheriff’s Office will “bring it” in “Greatest Showman” lip sync video by The Know

Hugh Jackman mentioned the Larimer County Sheriff's Office this morning in an Instagram post-- no really, he did. In the post, Jackman acknowledged the Sheriff's Office's upcoming "lip sync …

SOURCE: Denver Post at 03:18AM

NICA searching for Australia’s future circus stars by Arts Review

Australia’s premier circus arts organisation, the National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA), will undertake a nationwide audition roadshow in search of Australia’s future circus stars thi…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 03:16AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Edinburgh Festival 2018 reviews: Nigel Slater's Toast / Status by David Kettle

Two superb - and very different - examinations of what defines our identity Nigel Slater's Toast ★★★★  

SOURCE: theartsdesk.com at 02:36AM

Women in Tech

by Nicole Gluckstern Although gender parity is a frequently discussed topic in the Bay Area theatre scene, the gender gap in production jobs still persists nationwide. According to a recent…

SOURCE: Theatre Bay Area at 02:19AM

Melbourne International Arts Festival anounces new Chair by Arts Review

Leading strategist and corporate consultant Tim Orton has been announced as the incoming Chair of the Melbourne International Arts Festival Board. Minister for Creative Industries Martin Fol…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:15AM

Slavik and Genessy deserved a Tony for this tear-jerking ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Broadway routine [WATCH] by Daniel Montgomery

The waterworks were flowing in the second week of live shows on “So You Think You Can Dance” thanks to contestants Slavik Pustovoytov and Genessy Castillo, and to Emmy nominated …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 02:12AM

'After 15 minutes, my audience walked out': standups on their Edinburgh debuts

Bridget Christie got locked out, Nina Conti ran off with a monkey – and Reginald D Hunter begged his ex for help. Top comedians relive their first fringe gigDave GormanI was 19 and nowhere…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:12AM

Grace Smart: Take a holiday – stress may not be conducive to creative thinking by Grace Smart

This month I managed to sneak away for a weekend holiday. But just as I was getting into it, the inevitable happened.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Lyn Gardner: The Edinburgh International Festival is right not to force shows into the Playhouse by Lyn Gardner

So, you are Fergus Linehan, and you are programming the Edinburgh International Festival. What to do? Do you look to find shows

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Steven Atkinson: Edinburgh Fringe needs to be a platform for Scottish artists by Steven Atkinson

‘Best of’ lists are intended to alert you to the best of a festival or a programme of works. But sometimes what

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Archie Moore’s vision arrives at Sydney Airport by Arts Review

Millions of visitors from around the world will be farewelled by a striking work of contemporary art by Kamilaroi artist Archie Moore’s as they depart Australia. Moore’s United Neytion…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:48AM

Natascia Diaz, Steffanie Leigh, and More Lead Cast of Signature's PASSION Beginning Today by BroadwayWorld

Natascia Diaz Signature's Crazy for You, City Center Encores Grand Hotel, Claybourne Elder Signature's Sunday in the Park with George, Broadway's Sunday in the Park with George and Steffanie…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:48AM

Joey King & Slender Man Cast Tell Their Deepest Fears by Young Hollywood

Joey King & Slender Man Cast Tell Their Deepest FearsActress Joey King returns to the Young Hollywood Studio, this time with her co-stars Julia Goldani Telles and Annalise Basso in tow, to t…

SOURCE: Young Hollywood at 01:00AM
Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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West End Chicago Star Alexandra Burke on Brandy, Cartwheels and The Bodyguard by Matt Wolf

Alexandra Burke has had a busy time of it in the decade since she became an overnight British sensation on X Factor. She has played Rachel Marron on the West End in The Bodyguard, a show she…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:12AM

These Boots Are Made for Walkin’ — Nancy Sinatra’s song was tough-talkin’ and heavy-stridin’

The hit written by Lee Hazelwood took pop to places it had only previously fantasised about

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:00AM

She's the Other 'Pretty Woman' in this Musical and She's Fierce - Tony nominee Orfeh returns to Broadway as another sexy sidekick

Tony nominee Orfeh returns to Broadway as another sexy sidekick---When director-choreographer Jerry Mitchell needed to cast the brassy, belting bestie in Broadway's Pretty Woman: The Musical…

SOURCE: feedproxy.google.com at 12:00AM

Dance News: These Are The Gibney Awards 2018-2019 Dance In Process Artist Residencies by The Dance Enthusiast

12 artists awarded its 2018–2019 Dance in Process (DiP) residencies: chameckilerner, DANCENOISE, Ursula Eagly, Neil Greenberg, Jaamil Kosoko, Nia Love (in partnership with 651 ART…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 12:00AM

Natascia Diaz, Claybourne Elder, and Steffanie Leigh Star in Signature’s Passion Beginning August 14 by Andrew Gans

Matthew Gardiner directs the production in Arlington, Virginia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards