Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Theater Preview: THE OTHER PLACE (Chance Theater) by Tony Frankel

THE PUZZLE BOX OF THE SOUL Sharr White’s riveting and affective play, The Other Side, concerns Juliana, a neurologist and holder of a billion-dollar patent, whose life suddenly starts crum…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 11:38PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Thursday, September 27, 2018 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Mike Birbiglia is Bringing his “New One” to Broadway, Laura Benanti’s “My Fair Lady” Rehearsals are Underway, “Spamalot” Film Might have Fo…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 10:05PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Melbourne Recital Centre announces Primrose Potter Salon by Arts Review

Melbourne Recital Centre has renamed the smaller of its exquisite performance spaces the Primrose Potter Salon, honouring one of Australia’s most generous and passionate arts patrons, Lady…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 09:42PM

Journalism, the Arts, and Arts Journalism by Steven Morris

Stage Raw has recruited four high school students who’ve expressed an interest in arts journalism. We’ll be guiding them through issues of journalism’s larger purpose, and of ethics. …

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 09:26PM

Intractable Woman, A Play About Murdered Russian Journalist Anna Politkovskaya by Jonathan Mandell

Journalist Anna Politkovskaya was murdered on Vladimir Putin’s birthday in 2006, as if the assassins were giving him a present for getting rid of this woman deemed an “enemy̶…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 09:11PM

Video: Laura Benanti Shares A Loverly MY FAIR LADY Rehearsal with Her Daughter by BroadwayWorld

Lincoln Center Theater under the direction of Andre Bishop has announced that Tony Award winner Laura Benanti will assume the role of Eliza Doolittle in its award-winning production of Lerne…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06PM

Photo: Patti LuPone and Stephen Sondheim Are Side By Side After First Preview of COMPANY West End by BroadwayWorld

Yesterday, the man himself, Stephen Sondheim, visited the cast of the West End production of Company.Check out a photo of the show's star, stage legend Patti LuPone and Sondheim following th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Christian Borle and James Lapine Will Be Part of Falsettos Screening by Adam Hetrick

Tickets are now on sale for the screening and Q&A at The Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville, New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:37PM

In the Moment: ‘Lincolnesque’ at the Keegan Theatre by David Siegel

Separating a theater company’s production from the playwright’s script is crucial when evaluating a performance. After all, an engaging full production can do the old razzle-dazzle to co…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:31PM

Could Tiffany Haddish Find Her Grail in the Film Adaptation of SPAMALOT? by Alexa Criscitiello

In a new interview with the New York Times. Monty Python legend Eric Idle has revealed some exciting new details about the big screen adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical, Spamalot

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:24PM

Review: ‘Lincolnesque’ at the Keegan Theatre by Ramona Harper

In Lincolnesque, a play written by John Strand and directed by Colin Smith, the art of lying for one’s country succeeds in fusing a deceptively light touch and inside-the-Beltway political…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:12PM

Theatre Review: ‘How to Win a Race War’ by The Klunch by Mary Ann Johnson

“How to Win a Race War,” presented by The Klunch, starts off with a noble goal—to take white supremacist writings and fan fiction and to make a joke out of it, thereby robbing …

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 08:00PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Antony and Cleopatra starring Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo review at the National Theatre – ‘thrilling and lucid’ by Sam Marlowe

It’s a twilight romance wrapped in a bloody fist, and an epic tragedy of avarice, exploitation and thirst for power. Simon Godwin’s

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:50PM

Mike Birbiglia to (Finally) Make His Broadway Debut in November by Megh Wright

Mike Birbiglia is headed to Broadway, baby! After a successful sold-out run at the Cherry Lane Theatre this summer, Birbiglia’s one-man show The New One will return, this time on Broadway,…

SOURCE: Vulture at 07:42PM

Stylish With A Quiet Dignity: The Morgan-Wixson Theatre’s “She Loves Me” Is A Show Definitely Worth Trying On In Santa Monica CA. by Leo Buck

Branda Lock’s Direction plays toward the many laughs the script gives rise to—often by means of the downright clever way more than a few of the numbers are staged. By the same token, man…

SOURCE: buckingtrends.me at 07:23PM

ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA Olivier, SE1 by Libby Purves and Friends

A GLORIOUS SERPENT OF OLD NILE      This can be a beast of a play:  epic, three and a half hours,  scenes spread across the Mediterranean from Rome to Cairo by land and sea.  It is als…

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 07:12PM

GENDER ROLES by Joe Dziemianowicz

In Theresa Rebeck’s clever and entertaining comedy, actress Sarah Bernhardt is determined to play Hamlet.

SOURCE: Theater News Online at 07:06PM

Barbican to explore links between art and AI

‘Life Rewired’ will test whether an algorithm can compose like JS Bach

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 07:05PM

Auction prestige bolsters contemporary jewellers

Up and coming designers are looking beyond traditional retail to the sale room

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 07:02PM

Editor’s View: The Stage Debut Awards remind us how hard it is to emerge in theatre – we must all help by Alistair Smith

The Stage Debut Awards, in association with Access Entertainment, are a joyous evening celebrating the future of theatre in this country. And,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Theatre Review: ‘Cabaret’ at Fredericktowne Players by Mark Dreisonstok

“Nothing is more difficult and demands more character than to find oneself in the public sphere in opposition to the trends of one’s time and to proclaim loudly:  ‘No!’”  So wrot…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 06:42PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Rory O'Malley of #BeltTheVote by Broadway.com

Rory O'Malley stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about #BeltTheVote and more with Beth Stevens. Learn more about #BelttheVote here. 

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:36PM

Theatre Review: ‘If I Forget’ at Studio Theatre by Norah Dick

There are no easy answers to be found in Steven Levenson’s “If I Forget,” a finely drawn examination of heritage and memory in performance at Studio Theatre. Through the lens of a dome…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 06:35PM

Walnut Street Theatre gets $120,000 Disney grant to support theater in local schools

Disney has awarded a $120,000 grant to the Walnut Street Theatre administer the Disney Musicals in Schools program locally. Developed by Disney Theatrical Productions, the program supports s…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 06:27PM

VIDEO: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Star Hailey Kilgore Stars in New Music Video for 'Waiting For Life' by Stage Tube

Want a full 360 degree view of Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre stage NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt can provide Watch below as Alex Newell leads the company of Once on This Island…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:12PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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The Newfound Legacy of Soho’s Most Outrageous, Unknown Performance Artist by Jenna Adrian-Diaz

Stephen Varble is posed, mostly nude, at the corner of West Broadway and Spring Street. He wears a sculptural costume, “Pearl Dress,” which he made out of a life vest he’d stolen from …

SOURCE: Vulture at 05:51PM

MEAN GIRLS Announces Even More Partners Celebrating 'Mean Girls Day' by BroadwayWorld

With just one week to go until Wednesday, October 3rd, Mean Girlshas announced a more partnerships with businesses from New York to London ahead of Mean Girls Day festivities.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:48PM

ScoBar Entertainment presents CAROL O’SHAUGHNESSY, “Boston’s First Lady of Cabaret,” at Iridium—Wednesday, October 24

CAROL O’SHAUGHNESSY, “Boston’s First Lady of Cabaret,” will be at The Iridium for one night only, Wednesday, October 24th at 8 PM. She will be accompanied by Musical Director Tom LaM…

SOURCE: NiteLifeExchange at 05:39PM

Yes She Can! Women Take Center Stage in this Red Carpet Challenge from Opening Night of Bernhardt/Hamlet by Broadway.com

At the opening night of Bernhardt/Hamlet, cast members pick women to play famously male roles in this Red Carpet Challenge.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:32PM

'Beautiful' writer Douglas McGrath wowed by the enduring passion for Carole King's music by James Hebert

There’s a certain conversation that transpires time and again, says the writer Douglas McGrath, when a woman who has just seen “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” approaches him about…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 05:30PM

The Actors Fund to Host Screening of FALSETTOS by BroadwayWorld

The Actors Fund announces today that in partnership with The Jacob Burns Film Center's series Life on Stage, tickets are now on sale for a special screening of the five-time Tony Award nomin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:06PM

War and Love: A Review of Arms and the Man at City Lit Theater by Irene Hsiao

City Lit's production of this early work by George Bernard Shaw remains brilliantly funny in our time of appalling displays of vanity and greed.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 05:00PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Artists Repertory Theatre Names J.S. May Managing Director by American Theatre Editors

The fundraising, marketing, and communications professional will jointly lead the Portland company.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:56PM

DEAR EVAN HANSEN Will Release Deluxe Album on October 19! by BroadwayWorld

Get excited, FansensDEAR EVAN HANSEN' has just announced that adeluxe album will drop on October19. Dive into the show's rich history-hear previously unreleased songs sung by the current Bro…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:42PM

Westfield News Group ArtsBeat 9/26/18 by Mark G Auerbach

Westfield News Group ArtsBeat 9/26/18. "The Glass Menagerie" at Barrington Stage; "The River" at TheaterWorks in Hartford, and other arts news for WMass and No.CT.

SOURCE: thewestfieldnews.com at 04:37PM

Beautiful Star Anika Larsen and Husband, Jazz Trumpeter Freddie Maxwell, Will Debut New Nightclub Act by Adam Hetrick

Make You Feel My Love: The Musical Romance of a Jazz Cat and a Broadway Baby will receive its New York debut at Feinstein’s/54 Below in October.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

Denzel Washington returns to the Hill District to bestow $5 million on August Wilson House by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The actor and his Hollywood friends contributed to efforts to restore the playwright’s childhood home and keep his legacy alive.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 04:29PM

Repositioning Theatre As Community Center by Artsjournal

In many ways a theatre can be compared to a community center—both are public places to gather, to socialize, to learn, to be entertained. Now some theatres are intentionally taking up the…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 04:29PM

A Very Warm and Wonderful Cabaret Assemblage For PopsEd by Sandi Durell

    by Myra Chanin   Champions of the New York Pops, gathered at Feinstein’s/54Below this week to eat, drink, be merry and allow the orchestra’s good works to continue to…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 04:26PM

Elizabeth A. Davis & More to Join Raul Esparza in The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui by Andy Lefkowitz

A talented group of stars have signed on to appear in Classic Stage Company's upcoming production of Bertolt Brecht’s The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui. Tony winner and CSC Artistic…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:24PM

Odds & Ends: Laura Osnes & Santino Fontana to Team Up for Kennedy Center Concert & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed today. Laura Osnes & Santino Fontana to Team Up for Kennedy Center Concert Former Cinderella co-stars Laura Osnes and Santin…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:24PM

The Broadway.com Show: You Go, Girl! Janet McTeer & the Cast of Bernhardt/Hamlet Hit the Red Carpet on Opening Night by Broadway.com

Hear from Janet McTeer, Theresa Rebeck and the cast of Bernhardt/Hamlet at the Broadway opening.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:24PM

Jane Fonda Is Paying Close Attention by Michael Schulman

Michael Schulman interviews the actress and activist Jane Fonda about talking to voters, supporting \#MeToo, and growing into herself.

SOURCE: The New Yorker Subscription at 04:18PM

Go Inside the Opening Night of I was Most Alive With You Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The new play by Pulitzer Prize finalist Craig Lucas opened September 24 at Playwright’s Horizons.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:11PM

I Was Most Alive with You by Joseph Pisano

In Craig Lucas’s "I Was Most Alive with You," two down-on-their-luck television writers mine recent personal tragedy for their latest project, hoping, with the Book of Job as their inspira…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 04:09PM

Exit Lines: "The True" by Robert Cashill

Review.

SOURCE: Popdose at 04:08PM

I Was Most Alive With You

I Was Most Alive With You Off Broadway, Playwrights Horizons Reviewed by Emily Cordes BOTTOM LINE: Diverse characters address fate and agency in this striking modern take on the Book of Jo…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 04:06PM

Lessons I’ve Learned As A Deaf Actor by Divan Meyer

We all know the acting world is hard. A field that’s purely based on competition and image can naturally create a lot of pressure on us, the Actor’s. It can be even harder for de…

SOURCE: theatrenerds.com at 04:04PM

Interview: Mezzo-soprano Elizabeth DeShong in recital by Vocal Arts DC by Erin Ridge

Elizabeth DeShong is an American born mezzo-soprano with a voice described by The Guardian as “A contralto opulence with blazing top notes and some of the most staggering coloratura you wi…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:03PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Cinderella Stars Laura Osnes and Santino Fontana Will Reunite for Kennedy Center Concert by Adam Hetrick

The duo became Broadway royalty for their Tony-nominated performances in the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:59PM

The Band's Visit's George Abud and Sweeney Todd’s Thom Sesma to Join Raúl Esparza in The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui by Olivia Clement

The Classic Stage Company production begins performances Off-Broadway October 30.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:41PM

Dear Evan Hansen Deluxe Album, Including Cut Songs, Will Be Released in October by Andrew Gans

Listen to a portion of the original first act finale, "Part of Me," performed by the current Broadway company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:40PM

Podcast: Donna Murphy Swings By on the Latest Episode of THE FABULOUS INVALID by BroadwayWorld

Theater stalwartJamie Du Mont, Lucille Lortel Award winnerLeslie Kritzer, writer and theater criticRob Russo, and Tony Award nomineeJenniferSimardjust launched their brand-new Broadway-centr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:36PM

BWW Album Review: An Instrumental Journey with THE BEAST IN THE JUNGLE Score Recording by Amanda Prahl

The album for the new dance musical The Beast in the Jungle is not your typical cast recording. Actually, it's not a cast recording at all, but a score recording that's purely instrumental. …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:36PM

Raul Esparza to Lead Classic Stage Company's THE RESISTABLE RISE OF ARTURO UI by BroadwayWorld

Classic Stage Company announces the full cast for The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui, Bertolt Brecht's unsettlingly timeless work, which kicks off CSC's 2018-2019 season on October 30, with re…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:36PM

Take a Look at Bruce Norris’ Downstate at Steppenwolf in Chicago by Hannah Vine

Tony winner Pam MacKinnon directs the new play from Pulitzer-winning Clybourne Park writer Bruce Norris.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:35PM

'A new way to stretch yourself': the older people realising their acting dreams by Frances Perraudin

Most theatres run youth groups but Manchester’s Royal Exchange also has a company of amateur actors over 60. Its members discuss acting’s cruelty and camaraderie – and the joy of ‘no…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:24PM

Exclusive Video! Tony Winner John Lloyd Young Performs “The Impossible Dream” in His New Feinstein’s/54 Below Concert

Check out a number from John Lloyd Young's new Broadway concert at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:16PM

Gordon Bintner aims for decency in title role in Canadian Opera Company’s Eugene Onegin by John Terauds - Special To The Star

Bass-baritone makes his case for kindness in the Russian aristocrat.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 03:00PM

Refuge Theater Project sets cast for 'The Last Session' by Kt Hawbaker

On Wednesday, Refuge Theater Project set the cast for the first production in its 2018–19 season, “The Last Session.” With book by Jim Brochu, music and lyrics by Steve Schalchlin, add…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:00PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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First Look at North Shore Jekyll & Hyde Starring Constantine Maroulis and Diana DeGarmo by Hannah Vine

Original Jekyll & Hyde star Robert Cuccioli directs the production, which began performances September 25.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:56PM

BWW Interview: Betty Buckley Joins the Parade Taking HELLO, DOLLY! on Tour by Julie Musbach

Betty Buckley is the latest in the string of megawatt stars leading the stunning revival of Hello, Dolly The show is preparing to launch its national tour, bringing the charms of meddling Mr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:36PM

Five Burning Questions with Collective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties Star Adina Verson

Adina Verson discusses her elastic performance as Betty 2 in Collective Rage, the female comedians that inspire her, and her dream for a Joni Mitchell musical.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 02:34PM

Photo Flash: Constantine Maroulis and Diana DeGarmo Lead JEKYLL & HYDE at North Shore Music Theatre by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld has a first look at North Shore Music Theatre's production of JEKYLL amp HYDE starringConstantine Maroulis and Diana DeGarmo.Under the direction of Broadway's original Dr. Jeky…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:33PM

“Phantom” in Westchester (not that one, the other one) by Philip

While some introductory background is a de facto requirement in a review of the “Phantom” musical that does not append “of the Opera” to its title, be advised upfront that the produc…

SOURCE: sceneonstage.com at 02:28PM

Dear Evan Hansen's Mike Faist, Steven Levenson & More Unite for Days of Rage Off-Broadway by Lindsey Sullivan

Dear Evan Hansen scribe Steven Levenson's newest play Days of Rage will begin performances at Second Stage's Tony Kiser Theatre on October 9. Days of Rage focuses on five t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:12PM

Mike Birbiglia's Latest Solo Comedy The New One Will Play Broadway by Andy Lefkowitz

Following an acclaimed off-Broadway run, Mike Birbiglia’s The New One will move to Broadway's Cort Theatre this fall. Preview performances will begin on October 25 with the officia…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:12PM

No One Gets Out Alive: A Review of We’re Only Alive for A Short Amount of Time at Goodman Theatre by Kevin Greene

David Cale returns to the Goodman with this autobiographical story of trauma and survival.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 02:00PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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VIDEO: Casts of THIS ONE'S FOR THE GIRLS and SISTAS: THE MUSICAL Sing the National Anthem at Yankee Stadium by Stage Tube

The casts (and their alumni) of Off-Broadway's long-running hits THIS ONE'S FOR THE GIRLS and SISTAS: THE MUSICAL were selected to perform the National Anthem for the New York Yankees home g…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:59PM

Anchor and Hope — millennial touchy-feeliness

Fresh dialogue keeps this ‘three’s a crowd’ story set on a canal boat chugging along

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The Wife — stuck in Stockholm with secret grief

Glenn Close and Jonathan Pryce spar their way through this tale of a Nobel Prize winner collecting his award

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:58PM

Skate Kitchen — kick-flips, close-ups and irresistible lyricism

Crystal Moselle’s coming-of-age drama skilfully hits all the right notes

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:58PM

Black 47 — of beards, brogues and redcoats

Hugo Weaving stars in a tale of famine and conflict set in 19th-century Ireland

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:57PM

John Strand’s political comedy ‘Lincolnesque’ returns to Keegan Theatre by Nelson Pressley

An earlier look at angry speech from the author of “The Originalist.”

SOURCE: Washington Post at 01:48PM

Notes from the Dream House — Philip French review collection is a gem

A masterly compendium of work by the late critic is essential reading for movie buffs

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:44PM

Broadway's Halloween Week 2018 Performance Schedule by James Miller

Several shows have canceled and/or added performances during the week.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:37PM

Mike Birbiglia Solo Show ‘The New One’ Headed to Broadway by Michael Paulson

The play, a comedy about his own reflections on fatherhood, will run for nine weeks at the Cort Theater, with previews beginning Oct. 25.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:36PM

See Mandy Gonzalez, Ana Villafañe, Enrique Segura, and More at Viva Broadway Celebration by Hannah Vine

The concert was held September 25 in Duffy Square.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:31PM

Alexa Ray Joel Back at Café Carlyle by Sandi Durell

      By Sandi Durell   This is Alexa Ray’s fifth residency at the Café Carlyle, where the baby voiced now newly engaged 32 year old makes every effort to please her m…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 01:30PM

Regular Girls VS Theatre Girls Episode 2: Home Alone by Auna Kemp

Follow Auna on Facebook HERE And Instagram HERE More The post Regular Girls VS Theatre Girls Episode 2: Home Alone appeared first on Theatre Nerds.

SOURCE: theatrenerds.com at 01:28PM

José Andrés’ Beefsteak donating to DCTS on World Veggie Day by Lorraine Treanor

Breaking news – On October 1, (World Vegetarian Day) José Andrés’ Beefsteak at Dupont Circle will donate 10% of its proceeds for food served between 2pm and 6pm to DC Theatre S…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 01:24PM

Breaking: Mike Birbiglia Will Bring THE NEW ONE to Broadway This Fall! by BroadwayWorld

Following an acclaimed off-Broadway run that sold-out immediately, Mike Birbiglia's The New One will move to Broadway at the Cort Theatre 138 West 48th Street. Preview performances will begi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:24PM

Playbill, Ballet Hispanico, Theatre Row, and More Are Hiring by Playbill Staff

Playbill offers an extensive selection of available jobs within the theatre industry, serving as the online source for careers in theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

Review: “Ain’t Misbehavin'” at Toby’s Dinner Theatre by Gina Jun

The joint is jumping, and the stars are strutting to legendary jazz great Thomas “Fats” Waller’s exuberant melodies at Toby’s Dinner Theatre with an all-embracing musical revue of 30…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:18PM

Oh, Yes She Did! Janet McTeer & the Cast of Bernhardt/Hamlet Celebrate Opening Night on Broadway by Broadway.com

To be fabulous or not to be fabulous? Well, Janet McTeer has no problem with the former. The Tony winner returns to the Broadway stage this season with Bernhardt/Hamlet, Theresa Rebeck's…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:06PM

Girl Power! The Cast of Off-Broadway's Usual Girls Meet the Press by Caitlin Moynihan

Girl power is the name of the game for Ming Peiffer's Usual Girls. The new play, directed by Tyne Rafaeli, kicks off the new season of Roundabout Underground and will begin previews on O…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:06PM

Watch Sara Bareilles & Gavin Creel Sing an Adorable Rendition of 'Bad Idea' from Waitress by Andy Lefkowitz

Sara Bareilles is getting ready to serve up her hit Broadway musical Waitress for audiences in London's West End. Grammy nominee Bareilles recently previewed the show at a press event, d…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:06PM

Mike Birbiglia's New Solo Comedy The Big One Will Play Broadway by Andy Lefkowitz

Following an acclaimed off-Broadway run, Mike Birbiglia’s The New One will move to Broadway's Cort Theatre this fall. Preview performances will begin on October 25 with the officia…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:06PM

Check Out the Opening Night of the Miss Saigon National Tour by Hannah Vine

The recent Broadway revival of the Tony-winning epic celebrated its opening September 23 in Providence, Rhode Island.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:04PM

Music Theatre International Releases New Version of West Side Story Tailored to High Schools by Logan Culwell-Block

The arrival of West Side Story School Edition coincides with the anniversary of the legendary show's Broadway premiere.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:03PM

Mike Birbiglia’s ‘The New One’ will transfer to Broadway by Caitlin Huston

Mike Birbiglia’s one-man show “The New One” will transfer to Broadway’s Cort Theatre this fall. The show, which will be produced by Kevin McCollum, begins preview on …

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What Those Words And Phrases You Keep Seeing In Theatre Reviews Really Mean by Artsjournal1

“Critics often fall back on neat phrases to gesture at flaws they’re reluctant to spell out, or to wave impotently at a whole mass of ideas that would take a PhD thesis to explor…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 01:01PM

‘It’s a beautifully crafted play with pace, heart & guts’: Actor Bruce Alexander on being cast in The Sweet Science of Bruising at the South by Emma Clarendon

Bruce Alexander spoke to Love London Love Culture’s Emma Clarendon about the history behind The Sweet Science of Bruising, playing at the Southwark Playhouse from 3 October.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PM

Mike Birbiglia Headed To Broadway: ‘The New One’ Bows Next Month by Greg Evans

Mike Birbiglia's sold-out Off Broadway show The New One will move to Broadway’s Cort Theatre next month, the producers announced today. The limited engagement begins previews on Oct. 2…

SOURCE: Deadline at 01:00PM

Mike Birbiglia: The New One to Play on Broadway by Olivia Clement

The comedian and filmmaker's newest show, which sold out Off-Broadway, will play the Cort Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Check Out the American Theatre Wing Gala Honoring Andrew Lloyd Webber by Hannah Vine

The EGOT-winning composer was celebrated at the Wing’s annual gala September 24.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:59PM

Go Inside the Press Day for Roundabout Underground’s Usual Girls by Marc J. Franklin

The world premiere from Ming Peiffer is set to begin performances October 11 Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:57PM

Broadway Vet Jim Walton Will Return to Great White Way in Come From Away by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:52PM

Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for BERNHARDT/HAMLET! by Jennifer Broski

To Broadway, or not to Broadway It's not such a question forBernhardtHamlet, which celebrated a triumphant opening last night at the American Airlines Theatre.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:42PM

Review: ‘VANJARI’ at Don’t Tell Mama by Deb Miller

What more suitably provocative venue for VANJARI than Don’t Tell Mama? Established on Restaurant Row in 1982, the popular piano bar, cabaret, and restaurant takes its name from the spirite…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:42PM

What We Know About the Cats Movie So Far by Ryan McPhee

Keep track of all the jellicles—from Jennifer Hudson to Taylor Swift—before the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical heads to the big screen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:39PM

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of Second Stage's DAYS OF RAGE by Jennifer Broski

Continuing its 40th Anniversary Season, Second Stage Theater will present the world premiere of Steven Levenson's play, Days of Rage, directed by Trip Cullman. The company will feature Mike …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:24PM

BWW TV: Bard + Bernhardt= Broadway! Janet McTeer & Company Celebrate Opening Night of BERNHARDT/HAMLET by Tv - Opening Night Special

To Broadway, or not to Broadway It's not such a question for BernhardtHamlet, which celebrated a triumphant opening last night at the American Airlines Theatre.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:24PM

Review: Blueberries for Sal, a new kids musical at Adventure Theatre by Alan Katz

After napping on a long drive to Glen Echo Park on a rainy day, it was time to wake up the Shark. The Shark is my 20 month old daughter who, like her namesake, seems to need constant movemen…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:18PM

Poet in da Corner review – thrilling grime musical leaves you Dizzee by Arifa Akbar

Royal Court, LondonDebris Stevenson tells how grime became her salvation in a show that explores race, representation and authenticityIn 2003, Dizzee Rascal won the Mercury prize for the sem…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:18PM

Interview: Sara Bareilles on Waitress by Robin Johnson

Serving up a brilliant interview, the six-time Grammy nominated Sara Bareilles spoke to us all about her musical Waitress coming to the West End. The post Interview: Sara Bareilles on Waitre…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 12:06PM

Jim Walton Joins Broadway's Come From Away as His Niece Emily Walton Brings the Show Across the Country by Andy Lefkowitz

Stage veteran Jim Walton is returning to Broadway. The talented actor has been announced to take on the role of Nick/Doug & others in the hit musical Come From Away at the Schoenfeld The…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:04PM

Julian Ovenden to Join Gillian Anderson & Lily James in London's All About Eve by Andy Lefkowitz

Stage veteran Julian Ovenden has been announced to take on the role of Bill in the upcoming West End premiere staging of All About Eve, a new play based on Joseph Mankiewicz's six-time O…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:04PM

You Wouldn’t Expect by Darryl Reilly

Ms. Anselmi succeeds at imparting her solid research on the subject through her sharp dialogue spoken by her strong characters. The play falters with the addition of a chorus who are actors …

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 12:02PM

‘Great writing, beautifully performed’: AN ADVENTURE – Bush Theatre by Rachel Williams

An Adventure is a really lovely thing. Great writing, beautifully performed, artfully directed and an excuse to bop around to Brimful of Asha in the interval. Who needs more?

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PM

Halloween Haunts and Parties by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

There’s a scare for every taste and horror tolerance level this Halloween season.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00PM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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National Tour of Dear Evan Hansen Will Offer Digital Lottery in Every City It Plays by Andrew Gans

The tour of the Tony-winning musical launched September 25 in Denver.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:56AM

See the Cast and Creative Team of Days of Rage Meet the Press by Marc J. Franklin

The world premiere from Dear Evan Hansen’s Steven Levenson will begin performances October 9 at Second Stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:56AM

The play's the thing for investing by ,

Should you put your money on the stage? Joia Shillingford reports on the angel investors who finance theatre productions

SOURCE: The Independent at 11:48AM

Review: ‘Make Believe’ Has a Cast of Children, but No Fairy Tales by Laura Collins-Hughes

Bess Wohl’s new play is a regret-tinged examination of sibling connections that maybe, back in those formative years, were not forged solidly enough.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:48AM

Sondheim and the City: In a Rethought ‘Company,’ a Woman Wavers by Alexandra Jacobs

Marianne Elliott has reset the new London production to the modern day, with the notorious bachelor Bobby now a commitment-shy Bobbie.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:48AM

Margate amusement park Dreamland under fire for advertising acting work below minimum wage by Georgia Snow

Margate amusement park Dreamland has backtracked on a casting call that asked actors to appear in a Halloween experience for below the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:48AM

International news round-up: September 27 by The Stage

Schaubuhne touring show cancelled CHINA/BEIJING The next stage of a tour of Enemy of the People by Berlin’s Schaubuhne theatre in China has

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:48AM

Composer Sara Bareilles: ‘Cuts to the arts in schools are horrifying’ by Giverny Masso

Waitress composer Sara Bareilles has branded cuts to the arts in schools in the UK and America “horrifying” – arguing that access

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:48AM

Julian Ovenden joins the cast of All About Eve by Carly-Ann Clements

Julian Ovenden will be joining Gillian Anderson and Lily James in the world premiere of the stage adaptation of All About Eve. The post Julian Ovenden joins the cast of All About Eve appeare…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 11:45AM

VIDEO: Watch the Music Video for Josh Groban's NYC-Inspired Song from New Album, BRIDGES by BroadwayWorld

Multi-platinum award-winning singer, songwriter, and global superstar Josh Groban just released his anxiously awaited eighth full-length studio album, Bridges Reprise Records. Consisting of …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36AM

Take a Look at Frederica von Stade and Marietta Simpson in Sky on Swings Opera by David Gewirtzman

The world premiere runs through September 29 at Opera Philadelphia’s O18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Theater Review: Uncle Romeo Vanya Juliet Sets a Gun on Shakespeare’s Mantel by Sara Holdren

Uncle Romeo Vanya Juliet begins casually and ends by breaking your heart. The latest from the adventurously lo-fi theater troupe Bedlam — which has earned a reputation for joyfully reinvig…

SOURCE: Vulture at 11:27AM

Watch Gavin Creel and Sara Bareilles Sing ‘Bad Idea’ and More Before Waitress' West End Bow by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony-nominated songwriter and Tony and Olivier winner performed hits in honor of the musical’s upcoming London engagement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:23AM

Cast Set for Off-Broadway Run of Kieran Knowles’ Operation Crucible by Andrew Gans

Performances will begin October 31 at the Davenport Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

Review: How to Win a Race War, a 3 hour white supremacy lit class by John Bavoso

Before you read this review, I’d like to ask a favor of you: open a new browser tab and navigate to your favorite news/politics site and spend five minutes browsing the stories there. Seri…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:12AM

Delving Into the Devices (Performative and Literal) of Richard Saudek’s BEEP BOOP by Jess Applebaum

Sad clowns, hobo clowns, birthday party clowns, crust-punk clowns, burning man hula hoopers dressed like clowns...juggalos! I don’t consider myself any of them.

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 11:12AM

VIDEO: Get A First Look At AIN'T TOO PROUD in Los Angeles by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld has a first look at all new video from the Los Angeles run of AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Ahmanson Theatre Check out the montage below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:12AM

Josh Gad, Zachary Levi, Idina Menzel and Jonathan Groff Will Reprise Roles in KINGDOM HEARTS 3 by TV News Desk

Kingdom Hearts III will feature many famous Broadway voices, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The new Square Enix and Disney role-playing game will feature a wide roster of characters fr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:12AM

Photo Flash: Broadway Dims Lights in Memory of the Late Craig Zadan by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, the lights of Broadway dimmed last night, September 25, in memory of the late Craig Zadan.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:12AM

Inside Casio’s G-Shock ‘torture chamber’

Brass hammers, ovens and corrosive fluids put the hardy iconic watch through its paces

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:11AM

Michael Urie, Vanessa Williams, More Join Daphne Rubin-Vega and Bobby Cannavale in Empanada Loca-Inspired Podcast by Logan Culwell-Block

Gimlet Media's The Horror of Dolores Roach, also featuring Tony winner Lillias White, launches October 17.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:07AM

GUEST BLOG: Get Woke to Three Accessibility Initiatives! By Lisa Carling

When I was 16 years old, I told my father (who was a Boston physician) that I wanted to be a doctor. “No,” he said, “a woman’s place is not in medical school!” I rebelled, naturall…

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

‘Celebrates the need for humour in difficult times’: THE WIPERS TIMES – Touring by Not Exactly Billington

Despite a lack of connection, The Wipers Times celebrates a great, previously untold story, about war, journalism, tenacity, and the need for humour in difficult times.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Bill Irwin's On Beckett Begins Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

Inspired by Samuel Beckett's work, the show begins previews September 26 at Irish Repertory Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:51AM

Things you probably didn’t know about Patti LuPone by Carly-Ann Clements

Patti LuPone is making her grand return to the West End! To celebrate her appearance in Company, we've put together a few facts about her. The post Things you probably didn’t know abou…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 10:48AM

The Stage Debut Awards 2018: Presentations, performers and party pictures by The Stage

Photos by David Monteith-Hodge Awards presentation Drinks reception  

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:43AM

Review: Clashing Lives in Tennessee Williams’s ‘Creve Coeur’ by Ben Brantley

This congested revival, directed by Austin Pendleton, features a mismatched cast of four and some classic Williams dialogue.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:36AM

Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Donna Murphy, More to Lend Voices to Kingdom Hearts III by Olivia Clement

The game, which features characters from the worlds of Disney and Pixar, will be released in January 2019.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:33AM

VIDEO: Get A First Look At ANASTASIA in Madrid by BroadwayWorld

ANASTASIA has already started previews at Teatro Coliseum in Madrid and isofficially opening next week. Watch the video below as Jana Gomez performs 'Once Upon a December'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:32AM

Julian Ovenden joins cast of All About Eve play

It has just been announced that Julian Ovenden will be joining previously announced cast members Gillian Anderson and Lily James in the new stage adaptation of All About Eve. The highly anti…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 10:24AM

'Buried Child' successfully leaves you with a sense of unease in Madison: review by Patrick Maley | For Nj Advance Media

Sam Shepard's play should linger with audiences well after leaving the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey.

SOURCE: NJ.com at 10:16AM

New York actress Kelly Felthous makes a brand new start of it — in Chicago by Chris Jones

Not long ago, a New York-based actress named Kelly Felthous found herself auditioning for Roxie Hart in the musical “Chicago.” The audition was in Manhattan, but the theater was the Drur…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 10:15AM

Bobby Cannavale and Daphne Rubin-Vega to Star in Horror Podcast by TV News Desk

Bobby Cannavale and Daphne Rubin-Vega will star in Gimlet Media's new horror podcast, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:12AM

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of BERNHARDT/HAMLET by Jennifer Broski

BernhardtHamlet officially opened last night, Tuesday, September 25, 2018. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night. Check out photos from the red carpet below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:12AM

Cinedigm Acquires RIVER RUNS RED Starring Taye Diggs by TV News Desk

Cinedigmannounced tday that it has acquired North American distribution rights to the intense revenge thriller, RIVER RUNS RED, starring Taye Diggs THE BEST MAN HOLIDAY, CHICAGO, George Lope…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:12AM

Donja R. Love’s Fireflies Begins at Atlantic Theater Company by Olivia Clement

DeWanda Wise and Khris Davis star in the Atlantic Theater Company production Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

Julian Ovenden Will Join Gillian Anderson and Lily James in West End All About Eve by Andrew Gans

Ivo van Hove directs the new stage adaptation of the classic film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:01AM

‘A remarkable, true story well-told’: ADAM – Battersea Arts Centre by Laura Kressly

Adam Kashmiry is a man that was born in Egypt in a woman’s body. From a young age, he knew his soul didn’t align with the gender he was assigned at birth, but it wasn’t until he discov…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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The light fantastic: Nancy Holt at Dia Gallery, New York

This indoor survey provides fascinating insights into an artist known for her ambitious outdoor installations

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 09:51AM

Inside the Opening Night of Theresa Rebeck's Bernhardt/Hamlet on Broadway by Hannah Vine

Janet McTeer stars as 19th century trailblazer Sarah Bernhardt in the world premiere from Roundabout Theatre Company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:47AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, September 26, 2018 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:33AM

Broadway Review: “Bernhardt/Hamlet” at Roundabout Theatre Company’s American Airlines Theatre by David Roberts

Ms. Rebeck’s compelling new play explores in depth Sarah Bernhardt’s struggles with playing “Hamlet” and her compassion for being a “thinking” actor who works her craft with “f…

SOURCE: Theatre Reviews Limited at 09:32AM

Review: Wild Abandon at curtainup.com/ by Deirdre Donovan

a solo show about mother and daughter duo who share a passion for art and have lived, and continue to live outside the lines.

SOURCE: CurtainUp at 09:32AM

Review: Uncle Romeo Vanya Juliet at curtainup.com/ by Simon Saltzman

http://www curiously confounding or eminently divertingosing 10/21/18

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The Stage Debut Awards 2018 in pictures: The red carpet by The Stage

Photos by Alex Brenner The Stage Debut Awards 2018 nominees and winners Presenters and guests

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:25AM

Photo Coverage: The Cast of BERNHARDT/HAMLET Takes its Opening Night Bows by Jennifer Broski

BernhardtHamlet officially opened last night, Tuesday, September 25, 2018. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night. Check out photos of the cast, including Janet McTeer, taking their openi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:24AM

Death Scream: What Happens When No One Gets Involved by Trav S.D.

On this day in 1975, a topical television movie called Death Scream premiered on ABC. Death Scream was a huge television event, I watched it with my family when it premiered. Loosely based …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:18AM

Men and Women and Non-Binary People On Boats: Exploring New Styles of Gender Diversity by [email protected] (jdstokely)

By Sloth Levine. Theatremaker Sloth Levine uses the casting conceit in Jaclyn Backhaus’s play Men On Boats as a jumping off point to explore gender diversity in casting.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 09:13AM

Men and Women and Non-Binary People On Boats by Sloth Levine

By Sloth Levine. Theatremaker Sloth Levine uses the casting conceit in Jaclyn Backhaus’s play Men On Boats as a jumping off point to explore gender diversity in casting.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 09:13AM

Additional casting announced for Pinter at the Pinter season

Additional casting has been announced for Jamie Lloyd’s Pinter at the Pinter season, which kicked off on 6 September 2018 with Pinter One: One For The Road/New World Order/Mountain Languag…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 09:08AM

VIDEO: James Corden Sings Telegrams with Neil Patrick Harris on THE LATE LATE SHOW by Stage Tube

James and old pal Neil Patrick Harris decide to get the band and van back together and hit the road to deliver personalized singing telegrams around Los Angeles.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:06AM

‘Lion King’ Puppet Specialist Arrested For 3D-Printing Gun At Broadway Theater by Artsjournal1

Ilya Vett, who has worked fabricating and maintaining the masks and puppets for the hit show for at least a decade, was found by New York police in the Minskoff Theatre prop room, producing …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 09:02AM

Intractable Woman by Sandi Durell

  by Carole Di Tosti     Intractable Woman by Stefano Massini is a powerful memoriam to Anna Politkovskaya, a Russian journalist who wrote “just the facts” in eye-witness …

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 09:01AM

Mamma Mia! Greeks send SOS as hopes for good behaviour from Abba fans are pebble-dashed by Tabard

Bloody musicals. They have a lot to answer for. Not least Jason Gardiner in drag in Ruthless! The Musical. The less said about

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

‘Has now matured into something spectacular’: 42nd Street – Theatre Royal Drury Lane by Ian Foster

I liked 42nd Street when I saw it last year but I can’t say that I truly loved it, it felt a 24-carat production of a gold-plated show. But upon revisiting, to celebrate Bonnie Langford’…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM

In praise of Deborah Aydon, Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse theatres’ outgoing director (your views, September 27) by The Stage

Deborah Aydon’s boat arrived into the Royal Albert Dock just as mine set sale (‘Liverpool theatres’ Deborah Aydon steps down’). A born-and-bread

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Stage preview: Jane Austen's 'Pride' gets an irreverent makeover to start Pittsburgh Public's season by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The new era at the O’Reilly Theater kicks off with Kate Hamill’s modern-day twist on “Pride and Prejudice.” 

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 09:00AM

Stage preview: barebones finally lands 'Lobby Hero' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Patrick Jordan’s Braddock company gets its turn at the Kenneth Lonergan play that had a recent Broadway run.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 09:00AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Read Reviews for Janet McTeer in Broadway Premiere of Bernhardt/Hamlet by Adam Hetrick

Theresa Rebeck’s world premiere takes on stage legend Sarah Bernhardt and her quest to play one of the greatest roles of all time.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:49AM

Rebus: Long Shadows review – Ian Rankin's sleuth fails to arrest by Michael Billington

Birmingham RepCharles Lawson is on fine form as a retired John Rebus but the novelist’s Edinburgh underworld is missingYou can see the temptation to bring Ian Rankin’s rumpled sleuth Joh…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:48AM

Actor Joneal Joplin getting lifetime credits from Webster Groves by Joe Holleman St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Mainstay at 'The Rep' has lived, performed in STL since 1972

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 08:48AM

Review: "The Play That Goes Wrong" at The Bushnell, Hartford by Mark G Auerbach

Westfield News Group review of "The Play That Goes Wrong" national tour at The Bushnell. Two hours of madcap mayhem onstage, and non-stop laughter from the opening curtain speech to the fum…

SOURCE: thewestfieldnews.com at 08:45AM

Livestreaming a B!RTH Project at the Wellcome Collection in London—Thursday 4 October 2018 by [email protected] (thea)

By HowlRound TV. B!RTH International presents B!RTH livestreaming on the global, commons-based peer-produced HowlRound TV network at howlround.tv on Thursday 4 October.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 08:30AM

Livestreaming a B!RTH Project at the Wellcome Collection in London

By . B!RTH International presents B!RTH livestreaming on the global, commons-based peer-produced HowlRound TV network at how

SOURCE: HowlRound at 08:30AM

Review: Cold Chips, Theatre N16 by Alannah Jones

Theatre N16, which recently took over the performance space of the aptly named ‘Styx’, located in the far reaches of North-East London, is a bare concrete space which provides a stark an…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 08:12AM

BWW's On This Day - September 26, 2018

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on September 26 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:06AM

‘Witty, insightful, knowledgeable’: THE HABIT OF ART – Touring ★★★★ by Anne Cox

Alan Bennett’s The Habit Of Art has returned to its meta-spiritual home this week, arriving at the Oxford Playhouse to amuse and entertain its erudite audience with in-jokes about the city…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Finishing What Playbill Started: Musicals With Actors Playing Their Own Instruments by JK

Late last week, Playbill ran THIS  article about 9 plays and musicals that used actors as an onstage band.  For some reason, they drew the line at nine!  And in doing so,…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 07:36AM

Wicked turns 12 tomorrow! by Carly-Ann Clements

It's time for Elphaba to trade in that black witches hat for one of the party variety as Wicked is celebrating its 12th birthday tomorrow, 27 September! The post Wicked turns 12 tomorrow! ap…

SOURCE: officiallondontheatre.com at 07:22AM

Mike Minery jumps feet first into new role as JUMP Director

Tap innovator and New Jersey native, Mike Minery, has been a staple in the dance community since his teenage years. Not only did he create the “shiggy bop”, which became frequently seen …

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 07:14AM

'Pamela's First Musical' brings little delight for a grownup audience in Red Bank: review by Patrick Maley | For Nj Advance Media

Everything from the direction to the sets to the choreography is stolid and uninspired in this tale about a child's first theater experience, now showing at Two River Theater.

SOURCE: NJ.com at 07:07AM

My Mother Said I Never Should review at Theatre Royal, Windsor – ‘an enjoyable revival’ by Rosemary Waugh

Ordinary isn’t something plays often strive to be – but Charlotte Keatley’s 1987 drama My Mother Said I Never Should thrives on

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:07AM

VIDEO: BAT OUT OF HELL's Emily Schultheis and Andrew Polec Discuss the Show and Perform 'For Crying Out Loud' by BroadwayWorld

The stars of Bat Out Of Hell recently appeared on Fox 2 in Detroit, where they discussed bringing the show to the stage. The pair also performed the song 'For Crying Out Loud.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:04AM

Dear West End Producer: ‘What are your thoughts on all-star casting?’ by @westendproducer

What’s your thoughts on “all star casts” ? — DavidC ☕️ (@motheradamplay) September 18, 2018 If I ever see a production advertised

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00AM

‘A gloriously colourful adaptation’: ARABIAN NIGHTS – Hoxton Hall ★★★★ by Debbie Gilpin

Iris Theatre’s Arabian Nights is a gloriously colourful adaptation of a well-known collection of tales, freshened up by Iris Theatre – the puppetry is a highlight of the storytelling.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM

Careers Clinic: How do I prepare for a line-reader job? by John Byrne

I have done a couple of auditions for a well-known casting director, including some for big series roles. Even though I haven’t

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00AM

Artistic director Andy McKim takes his final bow at Theatre Passe Muraille by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

Artistic director’s long run, ending June 1, began with company deep in crisis. It ends with the company secure but seeking a stronger brand.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 07:00AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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LGBT theatre launches urgent fundraising campaign to secure its future by Giverny Masso

An LGBT theatre in Brighton has launched an urgent crowdfunding campaign to raise £10,000, warning its output faces “significant reductions” without the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:58AM

Conrad Lynch leaves Theatre By the Lake after clashing with its board by Matthew Hemley

Conrad Lynch has stepped down from his role as artistic director at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick, citing differences with the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:50AM

INTERVIEW: Keith Jack talks Fame the musical by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Keith Jack is currently touring the UK playing Nick Piazza in Fame the musical. Here he talks to Sammy Jones about appearing in the iconic musical. After a long associatio…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:50AM

On the Couch with Julia deVille by Arts Review

Who is Julia deVille? I am a jeweller, taxidermist, artist and aspiring holographer. I combine these techniques together to make sculptural assemblages – my work mainly consists of taxider…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 06:22AM

Poet in da Corner review at Royal Court, London – ‘high-octane, game-changing’ by JN Benjamin

For Debris Stevenson, grime was the pathway to salvation. Her Royal Court debut Poet in da Corner is a semi-autobiographical account of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:19AM

Theater Time Review: "Bernhardt/Hamlet" by Joseph Cervelli

A very entertaining play with a bravura performance by Janet McTeer. Unfortunately, it goes off track late in the second act.

SOURCE: Theater Time at 06:11AM

Broadway Steps Up Diversity Push by Marc Hershberg

The Broadway League is trying to make the Great White Way a little less so.

SOURCE: Forbes at 06:11AM

‘Exudes plenty of atmosphere, but lacks dramatic punch’: FOXFINDER – West End by Aleks Sierz

Unsuccessful West End outing for Dawn King’s intriguing and evocative 2011 dystopian chiller.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM

NBMAA, HSO Work In Concert On 75th Anniversary 'Pictures At An Exhibition' by Susan Dunne

Modest Mussorgsky composed “Pictures at an Exhibition” in 1874 while grieving the death of his friend Viktor Hartmann. Mussorgsky created his suite as musical accompaniment to 10 Hartman…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:00AM

As HSO Celebrates 75 Years, Its Maestro And Four Of Its Musicians Talk Where They've Been, Where They're Headed by Christopher Arnott

‘This anniversary is a time to appreciate where we are, but also look to the future,” says Hartford Symphony Music Director Carolyn Kuan, the 10th person and first woman to hold that pos…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:00AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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OBLIVION – Rediscovery of Self by Arts Review

Marking a retreat from reality through mesmerizing visions of the expansion of consciousness and vistas from utopic/dystopic worlds, Melbourne-based artist Anthony Bertucci presents OBLIVI…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 05:59AM

Brief 9/26: Read the Reviews For BERNHARDT/HAMLET, and More! by Stephanie Wild

Good morning BroadwayWorld Today's top stories read all of the reviews for BernhardtHamlet, and more

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:54AM

Obituary: Jacqueline Pearce – film and TV star who played Servalan in cult sci-fi classic Blake’s 7 by Michael Quinn

Best known as the villainous Servalan in Terry Nation’s cult sci-fi classic Blake’s 7 (1978-81) and eponymous monster in Hammer Horror’s The

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:44AM

Rebus: Long Shadows review at Birmingham Repertory Theatre – ‘pensive, plodding police drama’ by Dave Fargnoli

Chafing against retirement and a lingering alcohol problem, Ian Rankin’s maverick detective John Rebus cracks open a cold case in this latest

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:38AM

NEWS: Further casting for Pinter at the Pinter season includes Janie Dee & Robert Glenister by Press Releases

The esteemed company of Pinter at the Pinter is joined by Bríd Brennan, Janie Dee, Tom Edden, Abbie Finn, Robert Glenister, Isis Hainsworth, John Heffernan, Katherine Kingsley, Eleanor Mats…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:30AM

Colossus by Arts Review

It may have taken 20 years for one of Australia’s leading choreographers Stephanie Lake to bring her work Colossus to life, but as the recipient of the Melbourne Fringe Take Over! opportun…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 05:19AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Melbourne Fringe: Foreign Woman by Arts Review

How to honour the memory of your resilient migrant grandmother? You could condense her story into key events and sing songs about her. Don’t be sceptical – the “comedy cabaret” F…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 04:31AM

FEATURED SHOW: Hear Me Howl at the Old Red Lion, ★★★★★ reviews are in! by Featured Content

Yes, indeed, get that drum rolling! HEAR ME HOWL officially premieres tonight (19 September 2018) at London's Old Red Lion Theatre. Alice Pitt-Carter stars in this one-woman play about a wom…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:30AM

The Mission by Arts Review

What drives someone to fight for a country that doesn’t recognise them as a citizen? How do you keep fighting in an unjust world and why? 1914: Conflict on all fronts. 1939: A soldier at h…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 04:20AM

Anthony Hopkins Returns to ‘King Lear,’ Finally Up to the Challenge by Roslyn Sulcas

The actor left the stage soon after playing Lear in 1986. Now 80, he is giving it another go, in a made-for-television film directed by Richard Eyre.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:18AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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‘Faces Places’ at Arthouse Crouch End, London by Blouinartinfo

“Faces Places” (Visages Villages in French) is a 2017 French documentary film directed by Agnes Varda and photographer JR. The film was screened out of competition at the 2017 Cannes Fil…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:26AM

Metamorphosis by Arts Review

Opera Australia presents a rare and exciting opportunity to experience a chamber opera in an intimate setting this week when it premieres a new production of Australian composer Brian Howard…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 03:23AM

‘Wayne Wang’s Chinatowns at BAM, New York by Blouinartinfo

As part of the BAMcinematek which presents classic films, premieres, festivals, and retrospectives, BAM New York will host a film series, “Wayne Wang’s Chinatowns,” on the noted Chines…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:10AM

Competition: Win tickets to see Honour at the Park Theatre, London by The Stage

“Sometimes one craves something for years – for years – and one just defers from – from acting on it…” For Honour and George,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Original Australian Evita cast reunite at Sydney opening night. by Matt Edwards

When Evita the Musical opened to rapturous applause at the Sydney Opera House last week it wasn’t the first time that Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s revolutionary musical had gra…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 02:19AM

Create NSW extends Screenability to support national emerging filmmakers with disability by Arts Review

Create NSW has announced that its Screenability Filmmakers Fund will now support emerging filmmakers with disability from all states, with applications now open for the opportunity that offe…

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

Mark Shenton: There’s nothing more exciting than witnessing the start of a theatre career by Mark Shenton

Critics have a triple responsibility: we have to simultaneously record theatre history in the moment of its making, and honour its past,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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'Memorial' at Barbican Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

Directed by Chris Drummond, "Memorial" is an intense elegy for each of the 215 dead soldiers named in Homer’s epic. Based on Alice Oswald's novel of the same title, the story reflects of t…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 01:53AM

'Cage, Imaginary Landscape No. 4' at Alte Oper, Frankfurt by Blouin Artinfo

"Imaginary Landscape" is the title of a series of five pieces by American composer John Cage, all of which include instruments or other elements requiring electricity. 'Imaginary Landsc…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 01:50AM

Cult Singer-Songwriter Rodriguez at Royal Albert Hall, London by Blouin Artinfo

Sixto Diaz Rodriguez, known professionally as Rodriguez is an American singer-songwriter from Detroit, Michigan. His career initially proved short lived in the United States, but unknown to …

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China NCPA Orchestra, Beijing by Blouin Artinfo

The China NCPA Orchestra will be performing at the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Beijing on September 26, 2018. The China NCPA Orchestra is the resident orchestra of the Na…

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Childish Gambino at The Forum, Inglewood by Blouin Artinfo

Grammy, Golden Globe and Emmy-Award winning and multi-talented recording artist, actor, and producer Childish Gambino will be coming to The Forum on September 26, 2018. The actor will again …

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Coin Drop Announces “Busking It” at Shoreditch Town Hall, London by Blouin Artinfo

Coin Drop in association with HighTide announced London dates for Danusia Samal’s “Busking It,” based on her own experiences as a licensed TFL Busker. The production, which opens at Sh…

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Full Cast Announced for The World Première of ‘Close Quarters’ by Blouin Artinfo

Sheffield Theatres and Out of Joint recently announced the full cast for Kate Bowen’s  play “Close Quarters,” which makes its world premiere in October.Directed by Kate Wasserberg…

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Channel 4 Daytime to Bring Second Series of “The £100k Drop” by Blouin Artinfo

Remarkable Television, part of Endemol Shine Group, announced that Channel 4 Daytime has commissioned a second series of “The £100k Drop.”Hosted by Davina McCall, the series will bring …

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Dylan Sprouse Shares How To Get Into His & Cole Sprouse's Parties by Young Hollywood

Dylan Sprouse Shares How To Get Into His & Cole Sprouse's PartiesThe Young Hollywood Studio welcomes Dylan Sprouse to get all the scoop on everything from his new movie 'Banana Split' to the…

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Dylan Sprouse's First Kiss Story With Selena Gomez In His Game of Firsts by Young Hollywood

Dylan Sprouse's First Kiss Story With Selena Gomez In His Game of FirstsWe're hanging out in the Young Hollywood Studio with Dylan Sprouse, and in honor of his first time on our white couch,…

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New block of 'Hamilton' tickets to go on sale Oct. 1 by Kt Hawbaker

Don’t throw away your shot — Broadway in Chicago announced on Wednesday that a new 18-week block of tickets for “Hamilton” will go on sale Oct. 1 at 10 a.m. The tickets will be avail…

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From the Archives: Elaine Stritch, Barbara Barrie, Larry Kert, and the Cast of Company on Modern Marriage by Patricia Bosworth

With a gender-reversed revival of the Stephen Sondheim-George Furth classic now in the West End, we look back to our interview with the original Broadway cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:31AM

#NotMyMetric by Joe Patti

Carter Gillies shared the unabridged version of a piece he wrote for the Arts Professional UK on his website this weekend.  As Carter is wont to do, he examined statements about quantifying…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 12:24AM

Dance News: Marya Warshaw And Simone Forti To Receive The Bessies' Highest Honors by The Dance Enthusiast

Brooklyn Arts Exchange founder/director Marya Warshaw and avant-garde choreographer and dancer Simone Forti, have been tapped to receive The Bessies’ highest honors.

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 12:00AM

The Joyce Gets a Stunning Makeover for NY Quadrille - Curated by Lar Lubovitch, the perspective-changing dance series returns for its second edition

Curated by Lar Lubovitch, the perspective-changing dance series returns for its second edition---Even though John Jasperse and his dance company had performed at the Joyce in the past, he ba…

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Phone Rings, Door Chimes, in Come Rosalie Craig and Patti LuPone in London’s Gender-Swapped Company by Andrew Gans

Marianne Elliott’s production plays the Gielgud Theatre beginning September 26.

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Aladdin’s Genie, Major Attaway, Shares His Favorite Theatregoing Experiences by Andrew Gans

Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and Heather Headley are among Attaway’s picks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM