Mike Leigh Protests against Takeover of Phoenix Cinemas by Blouin Artinfo

“Peterloo” director, Mike Leigh joins hands with Ken Loach and Robert Plant protesting against Curzon’s interest and takeover of Phoenix Cinemas, which is one of the UK’s oldest cine…

Review: ‘Beauty and the Beast’ at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts by Julia L. Exline

Riverside Center for the Performing Arts presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Time Rice, and book by Linda Woolverton. A belov…

Review: In ‘The Thanksgiving Play,’ Who Gets Roasted? by Jesse Green

Larissa FastHorse’s theatrical debunking of the Pilgrims and Natives narrative is really a satire of theatricality itself.

Critic’s Pick: Review: Brutal Intimacy and Exuberance Defines ‘Usual Girls’ by Laura Collins-Hughes

Ming Peiffer’s new play shares the same youthful female-centric world of Sarah DeLappe’s soccer play, “The Wolves.”

The Thanksgiving Play by Wendy Caster

I see political correctness as largely a good thing. For me, it connotes trying to honor other people and their needs; calling people by their chosen names; respecting that people with diffe…

“Kris Kringle: The Musical” New Studio Cast Recording Released by Yellow Sound Label by Michael J. Roberts

Yellow Sound Label has released the new studio cast recording of Kris Kringle The Musical. Kris Kringle is the [...] The post “Kris Kringle: The Musical” New Studio Cast Reco…

More Augmented Reality ARt Than You Know by Joe Patti

Last month Mural Arts Philadelphia unveiled their first augmented reality mural,  “Dreams, Diaspora, and Destiny.” Just like with my post last week about actors being  preserve…

Rita Moreno to Join Anthony Ramos in Movie Musical Adaptation of In the Heights by Andy Lefkowitz

The In the Heights film may be some time away, but we can breathe knowing we have a perfectly cast Abuela Claudia. Stage-and-screen legend Rita Moreno has signed on to belt out Lin-Manuel Mi…

Review: ‘Beetlejuice’ at the National Theatre by Geoffrey Melada

You can’t miss Betelgeuse. A star in the constellation Orion, this supergiant is red as flame and one of the 10 brightest stars in the night sky. At approximately 10 million years old, Bet…

Anika Noni Rose to Star and Co-Executive Produce a Pilot for TNT by TV News Desk

Beast Mode is written and executive produced by David Schneiderman with executive producers Stefanie Huie and MACRO's Charles D. King, Kim Roth and Poppy Hanks

Theater Review: The Indignities and Glories of Female Adolescence, in Usual Girls by Sara Holdren

“I realized that I knew more about male anatomy, milestones, and experiences than I did about my own,” the playwright Ming Peiffer said in a recent interview. “I knew what a wet dream …

Theater Review: The Thanksgiving Play Is All Stuffing, No Heart by Sara Holdren

The Thanksgiving Play is one of those truly distressing experiences that make you feel like you’re caught in the theatrical Twilight Zone — because what you’re seeing is so vastly, pai…

Review: ‘Cabaret’ at Annapolis Shakespeare Company by Charles Green

Annapolis Shakespeare Company’s production of Kander and Ebb’s classic Cabaret is an intimate experience, with wonderful singing and choreography. Based on Christopher Isherwood’s stor…

I’m Not A Comedian…I’m Lenny Bruce by Darryl Reilly

Purring sensually with a slight nasal New York accent, dressed in a black suit, white shirt and a black tie and handling a microphone while in front of its stand, actor Ronnie Marmo vocally …

Review: ‘A Piece of My Heart’ at Bowie Community Theatre by Cybele Pomeroy

Female Vietnam veterans are saluted as actors give their whole hearts in Bowie Community Theatre’s A Piece Of My Heart, through November 18th. It seems likely that every veteran fights two…

VIDEO: Randy Rainbow Is Headed To The Polls By Way of Oz In Latest Song Parody by Stage Tube

When they go low, Randy Rainbow goes Lerner and Loewe. Rainbow is back with his latest video and this time he's headed to the polls accompanied by the music of Stephen Schwartz. Watch the vi…

Theatre Review: ‘The Crucible’ at Silver Spring Stage by Dr. Mark Dreisonstok

It is colonial Salem, Massachusetts, in the year 1692, at the height of the witchcraft hysteria.  “If you refuse to answer this court, then by the Statute you will be condemned to have yo…

The Thanksgiving Play: Knocking the Stuffing Out of White Liberal Correctness by Michael Sommers

★★★ Playwrights Horizons premieres a satirical comedy that's tasty but underdone The post The Thanksgiving Play: Knocking the Stuffing Out of White Liberal Correctness appeared first o…

The Thanksgiving Play: Maybe It Wasn’t All Fun and Maize by Jesse Oxfeld

★★ This Playwrights Horizons satire amusingly skewers already well-skewered American patriotic pieties The post The Thanksgiving Play: Maybe It Wasn’t All Fun and Maize appeared fi…

“Men on Boats”─A Rollicking Pioneer Delusion, at ACT, S.F. by Jennifer Charron

Jaclyn Backhaus Spins Men, Gender, & Western Lore by Jennifer Ann Charron and Barry David Horwitz In “Men on Boats,” Jaclyn Backhaus transforms the deadpan journals of a 19th century…

Rita Moreno Returns To The Island Manhattan for Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In The Heights Movie by Halle Kiefer

In perhaps the most satisfying casting no-brainer of all time, Rita Moreno has joined the upcoming cinematic version of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical In The Heights, from Crazy Rich Asian d…

BWW Interview: E. Clayton Cornelious on How Destiny Lead Him to AIN'T TOO PROUD by Isabella Perrone

As the Toronto run of AIN'T TOO PROUD enters the last few weeks of its run, so too does the pre-Broadway tour of the ground-breaking new show based on the formation, life, and legacy of The …

Paciencia y F! Oscar Winner Rita Moreno Joins IN THE HEIGHTS Film by TV News Desk

Anthony Ramos has been tapped to star in the film adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda's hit 2005 Broadway musical, In the Heights, according to Variety.

Usual Girls: Aching Just Like A Woman, and Breaking Too by Elysa Gardner

★★★★ Ming Peiffer charts the fraught, funny, frightful journey from female adolescence to womanhood in a stirring new play The post Usual Girls: Aching Just Like A Woman, and Breakin…

In the Heights Movie Taps Stage and Screen Legend Rita Moreno by Ryan McPhee

The EGOT winner joins Anthony Ramos for the film adaptation of the Lin-Manuel Miranda musical.

Rita Moreno Not Attached to In the Heights Film Despite Earlier Reports by Ryan McPhee

The EGOT winner was reportedly in talks to appear in the film adaptation of the Lin-Manuel Miranda musical.

See American Son's Steven Pasquale, Kerry Washington & More Step Inside the Broadway.com Portrait Booth by Lindsey Sullivan

Christoper Demos-Brown's American Son officially bowed on Broadway on November 4. Scandal star Kerry Washington and stage and screen fave Steven Pasquale play parents looking for their m…

After Legal Feud, 'To Kill A Mockingbird' Starts Strong On Broadway by Lee Seymour

'The Cher Show' was also off to a great start, as the diva's name conjured almost as high a tally at the box office.

Front Row: Kelli O'Hara, Days of Rage & a Footloose Reunion by Broadway.com

The first episode of Front Row features a chat with Kelli O'Hara about Kiss Me, Kate, a look back Footloose with Jeremy Kushnier and Jennifer Laura Thompson and a dig into the history th…

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Laura Osnes by Broadway.com

Laura Osnes stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about Bandstand returning to movie theaters and more with Beth Stevens.

Broadway.com Launches New Show Front Row, a Close-Up Look at Theater Makers by Broadway.com

Broadway.com is offering an unparalleled view of the best of the New York stage with its newest program, Front Row. Hosted by founding editors Beth Stevens and Paul Wontorek, Front Row is a …

Network to Feature Exclusive Immersive Onstage Culinary Experience by Mark A. Robinson

The forthcoming Broadway production of Network has an appetizing experience in store for certain audience members. Producers David Binder, the National Theatre, Patrick Myles, David Luff,…

‘American Son’: Will Kerry Washington score first Tony nom for ‘high tension’ topical drama? by David Buchanan

Almost a decade after her Broadway debut, Kerry Washington has returned to the boards in an explosive new drama “American Son,” which opened at the Booth Theatre on November 4. Washingto…

Onstage Dining Experience Announced for Broadway's NETWORK by BroadwayWorld

Today the producers of Network on Broadway announcedFOODWORK, an exclusive immersive onstage culinary experience at theBelasco Theatre111 West 44thStreet.

BWW TV: Kerry Washington, Steven Pasquale & More Celebrate Opening Night of AMERICAN SON! by Tv - Opening Night Special

Go inside the big opening night after party with Washington, Pasquale, Jordan and more

Ariana Grande’s ‘Thank u, next’ is the latest breakup song to preach the importance of self-love by Lisa Bonos

How do you get over a breakup? First, you have to love yourself, pop stars say.

“Stanley Kubrick’s Sound Odyssey” – at the Disney Concert Hall by Pauline Adamek

The live performances of music selections, paired with film clips from some of legendary director Stanley Kubrick’s most celebrated films, bring the music selected by the legendary

First Look at Lyric Opera of Chicago’s New Production of Siegfried by David Gewirtzman

The opera stars Burkhard Fritz, Christine Goerke, and Eric Owens.

How Did Audra McDonald React to Seth Rudetsky's Surprise Modulations During a Concert? by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth teases his upcoming concert series at The Town Hall and hangs out with Joss Whedon!

Sycorax, Cyber Queen of Qamara by Darryl Reilly

Delightfully growling in a quasi-Middle Eastern accent, her head encased in a babushka, plastered with makeup, wearing a flowing robe and hobbling on a cane, Sandra Bargman is terrific as t…

Ballet Folklorico de Mexico is traditional — it has to be — but it's also changing for the times by Lauren Warnecke

The Palacio de Bellas Artes is a majestic art nouveau gem in the heart of Mexico City, standing on the edge of the oldest urban green space in the Americas, the Alameda Central. Considered o…

Aaron Sorkin’s ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ Previews To SRO Crowds; Overall Broadway Box Office Slips by Greg Evans

Aaron Sorkin’s stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird joins this week’s Broadway box office roster, taking in $520,357 for three preview – and sold-ou…

MOTHERS OF THE MAID AND THE CROSSDRESSERS by Peter Filichia

Last week, two memorable mothers showed up on a stage and a screen in New York. Playwright Jane Anderson wondered...Continue Reading The post MOTHERS OF THE MAID AND THE CROSSDRESSERS appear…

The Broadway.com Show: Kerry Washington, Steven Pasquale and the Cast of American Son Celebrate Opening Night by Broadway.com

American Son stars Kerry Washington, Steven Pasquale, Jeremy Jordan and Eugene Lee discuss the play's importance on opening night.

American Son Stars Kerry Washington, Steven Pasquale and More Celebrate Opening Night on Broadway by Caitlin Moynihan

Christopher Demos-Brown's American Son opened at the Booth Theatre on November 4. The new drama stars Kerry Washington, Steven Pasquale, Jeremy Jordan and Eugene Lee. Directed by Kenny L…

Odds & Ends: Andy Mientus to Sing Joni Mitchell in New Cabaret & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed today and this weekend. Andy Mientus to Sing Joni Mitchell in New Cabaret Stage star Andy Mientus will lend his powerful voice t…

Broadway Grosses: Wicked Shines in 15th-Anniversary Week by Broadway.com

It was a week of celebration for the fan-favorite Broadway musical Wicked. In addition to toasting its 15th birthday with a star-studded television special hosted by original leading la…

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 11/5 by Bww Special

Welcome to this week's edition of BroadwayWorld's exclusive WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS Read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the …

Maiesha McQueen Returns to the Cast of WAITRESS On Tour by BroadwayWorld

Maiesha McQueen RETURNS in the role of Becky in the national tour of Waitress - the Broadway musical from Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles inspired by Adrienne Shelly's 2007 motion picture.

Photo Flash: Dive Into Oz with New Shots from WICKED on Tour! by BroadwayWorld

Jackie Burnsreturns to the role of Elphaba andKara Lindsayreturns to the role of Glinda in the national tour of WICKED. Check out new photos of the pair on the road

VIDEO: On This Day, November 5- Broadway Heads INTO THE WOODS by Alexa Criscitiello

On this day in 1987, James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's fractured fairytale, Into The Woods opened on Broadway

Waiting for Godot by Wendy Caster

The superb Druid production of Waiting for Godot, which is part of the Lincoln Center White Light festival, is damn close to perfect. Garry Hynes's meticulous direction exquisitely bala…

Inner Voices 2018 by Wendy Caster

Every couple of years, the theatre company Premieres commissions three sung monologues. The writers are given no limitations in terms of content or theme. The latest three monologues, Inner …

'New cathedral' in St. Louis makes travel pub's list of beautiful locales by Joe Holleman St. Louis Post-Dispatch

No mystery that the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis is a striking architectural gem.

Tony Nominated MELISSA ERRICO’S NEW ALBUM “SONDHEIM SUBLIME” RELEASED BY GHOSTLIGHT DELUXE by Michael J. Roberts

GHOSTLIGHT DELUXE, an imprint of Ghostlight Records, has announced that Sondheim Sublime — the new album from Tony Award-nominated singer and [...] The post Tony Nominated MELISSA ER…

Laurence Maslon’s “BROADWAY TO MAIN STREET: HOW SHOW TUNES ENCHANTED AMERICA” Now Available Online & In Bookstores by Michael J. Roberts

Oxford University Press has announced the release of Broadway to Main Street: How Show Tunes Enchanted America, [...] The post Laurence Maslon’s “BROADWAY TO MAIN STREET: HOW SHO…

NEW STUDIO CAST RECORDING OF COLE PORTER’S “SOMETHING FOR THE BOYS” TO BE RELEASED BY PS CLASSICS by Michael J. Roberts

PS CLASSICS, the label that celebrates the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, will [...] The post NEW STUDIO CAST RECORDING OF COLE PORTER’S “SOMETHING FOR THE BOYS&…

TELLY LEUNG’S NEW DIGITAL SINGLE “ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS YOU” TO BENEFIT ARTISTS STRIVING TO END POVERTY by Michael J. Roberts

TELLY LEUNG — currently starring as the title role in Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway — will release a new digital single, an [...] The post TELLY LEUNG’S NEW DIGITAL SINGLE…

Margo Seibert’s Debut Solo Album “77th Street” Released by Yellow Sound Label by Michael J. Roberts

Yellow Sound Label has announced that 77th Street, the compelling and heartfelt debut solo album from MARGO SEIBERT – [...] The post Margo Seibert’s Debut Solo Album “77th …

Ghostlight Records Releases Bilingual Children’s Album “Singing You Home: Children’s Songs for Family Reunification” by Michael J. Roberts

Ghostlight Records has released Singing You Home: Children’s Songs for Family Reunification — a new bilingual children’s album featuring multiple [...] The post Ghostlight Records…

Grosses Analysis: The Cher Show Reaches the Stars in First Preview Performances by Ryan McPhee

The bio-musical, which features a trio of belters in the title role, is on track to enter the Millionaire’s Club before officially opening.

I’m Not a Comedian…I’m Lenny Bruce: The Soap-Mouth Comic Returns by David Finkle

★★★★ Ronnie Marmo writes and acts, Joe Mantegna directs a strong, sensitive tribute The post I’m Not a Comedian…I’m Lenny Bruce: The Soap-Mouth Comic Returns appear…

Broadway Cares and Saks Fifth Avenue Join Forces for Holiday-Themed Theatrical Light Show by Andrew Gans

Over 100 Broadway dancers will be part of the event.

John Cameron Mitchell Will Bring Hedwig Origin of Love Tour to NYC by Adam Hetrick

The show’s Tony-winning creator and star will bring songs and stories to Town Hall.

Waiting For Godot by Sandi Durell

  by Adam Cohen   In a desolate land lies a stone, shaped by waiting for who knows how long to a stool.  A sad dying tree with three branches undulates.  And a dry tableau of f…

Pre-Broadway Review: ‘Beetlejuice’ by Gordon Cox

The 1988 film “Beetlejuice” spawned a cult following for the freshly minted “gothic fantasy” style of its director, Tim Burton, and for Michael Keaton’s delicious performance as a …

Meet Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Martyna Majok at the Fountain Theatre by Fountaintheatre

Have you ever met and talked with a Pulitzer Prize winning playwright? Now’s your chance. New York-based playwright Martyna Majok, author of the 2018 Pulitzer Prize winning drama Cost …

Harvey Fierstein’s “Torch Song” at the Helen Hayes Theatre by Richard Seff

Michael Urie is lighting up the stage of the Helen Hayes Theatre on Broadway eight times a week with his virtuoso performance in Harvey Fierstein’s play. It’s an adaptation of his earlie…

BLACK, WHITE AND BLUE by David Cote

Although Christopher Demos-Brown s play covers important issues of race, the story and characters are two-dimensional.

SMALL-TOWN ECCENTRICS by David Lefkowitz

An out-of-commission playhouse has one week to put on a play and save the town.

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 11/5

Welcome to this week's edition of BroadwayWorld's exclusive WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS - read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for th…

Shattered Globe and Theater Wit set cast for 'The Realistic Joneses' by Kt Hawbaker

On Monday, Shattered Globe Theatre and Theater Wit announced casting for the Chicago premiere of Will Eno’s “The Realistic Joneses.” It will be directed by Theater Wit artistic directo…

Anika Noni Rose to Star as Ann Wolfe in Beast Mode Pilot by Olivia Clement

The Tony winner will also co-executive produce the new TV show, inspired by the life of the legendary boxer and trainer.

The Broadway.com Show: Emily Bautista of the Miss Saigon National Tour by Broadway.com

Broadway and touring alum Emily Bautista sits down for a chat about leading Miss Saigon on the road and the musical's enduring power.

Harriet Harris, Ed Dixon, and Erin Mackey Take the Stage in Premiere of The Rivals Musical by Hannah Vine

Eric Tucker directs the new musical, which began performances October 30 at Bristol Riverside in Pennsylvania.

Illyria, W11 by Stephen Farrow

  Take one Shakespeare comedy. Fillet out most of the poetry, throw in an eclectic set of songs by Shaina Taub, add a brightly-coloured Notting Hill streetscape (by Rob Jones), a thirty-mem…

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 11/4/18 by BroadwayWorld

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 1142018.

Network on Broadway Will Offer Exclusive Onstage Dining Experience by Olivia Clement

Foodwork will feature an onstage menu curated by the chef behind Off-Broadway's Sweeney Todd, Bill Yosses.

All Star, All Power: A Review of Women of Soul at Black Ensemble Theater by Sheri Flanders

Black Ensemble Theater pulls out all the stops in this tribute to the most iconic women in the history of modern music.

Prinze: The One-Man Show by Joel Benjamin

Sonera opens the show with Prinze doing one of his sets at the Improv Club in New York City, 1976, beginning with one of his famous lines, “Looking good!” and continuing with his sardoni…

More Than One Way To Combat Racism In “One Night In Miami” by Bill Hirschman

The insightful examination in the play One Night in Miami from Miami New Drama depicts four different approaches used by African-American icons -- Malcolm X, Jim Brown, Sam Cooke and the ch…

She Wasn’t Just Anybody Who Sang a Black Girl’s Song by American Theatre Editors

Ntozake Shange brought her fearless poetry out of the basements and cafes into the theatre and reached the world.

Head Over Heels Celebrates Cast Album Release by Mark A. Robinson

The cast and the fans of the Broadway musical Head Over Heels, the jukebox musical comedy featuring the songs of The Go-Go’s, have a reason to celebrate. The original Broadway cast recordi…

Review: ‘Waiting for Godot’ at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater by Deb Miller

Following its highly-acclaimed premiere in the 2016 Galway International Arts Festival, Ireland’s Druid theater company closes its worldwide tour of the award-winning production of Samuel …

WATCH CLOSELY: “Manaic” — A Deliriously Clever Futuristic Fable by Peg Aloi

Maniac is mind-bending entertainment that's also an invitation to muse on infinite possibilities.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Stephanie J. Block’s Dressing Room by Broadwaydirect

Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Stephanie J. Block's dressing room at the Neil Simon Theatre as she performs in The Cher Show on Broadway. The post Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Step…

The Prom, Mean Girls, My Fair Lady, Summer & More to Perform at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade by Andy Lefkowitz

Get ready to sing and dance in front of your TV! Macy's has just announced the lineup of Broadway shows slated to perform at the 92nd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, beginning…

This Week's #LiveAtFive Guests Include Tony Nominees Laura Osnes, Mike Faist, Andy Karl & More! by Caitlin Moynihan

Broadway.com #LiveatFive is a daily news show on Facebook Live, in which Broadway.com editors discuss what's going on in the theater community and chat with stage stars about their …

BWW TV: Broadway Wants YOU to Vote Tomorrow! by BroadwayWorld TV

Tomorrow, November 6, Americans head to the polls to cast their votes in an election that could change the shape of our country for years to come. We all have a part to play in the outcome o…

HEAD OVER HEELS to Celebrate Cast Recording at Drama Book Shop by BroadwayWorld

The cast of Head Over Heels will celebrate the release of their Original Broadway Cast Recording, now available digitally and in physical formats via Sony Masterworks Broadway on November 9,…

MEAN GIRLS, MY FAIR LADY, THE PROM, and SUMMER to Perform at the 92nd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade by TV News Desk

The 92nd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has added four performances to its stellar lineup of entertainment.

VIDEO: Christopher Jackson Tells LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN About His Original Career Aspirations by Stage Tube

Today, Christopher Jackson was a guest on 'Live with Kelly and Ryan.' During his interview, Jackson talks about his childhood dream of playing baseball, and how people are still asking him f…

Music Review: ‘Bach to Mozart’ by Washington Bach Consort by Elle Marie Sullivan

Washington Bach Consort is committed to celebrating the work of Johann Sebastian Bach and his Baroque contemporaries. Over the years they have performed many concerts around the world of his…

Opening Night pics of “The Waverly Gallery” on B’way by Rose Billings

The Waverly Gallery is the new Broadway Show starring Elaine May, Lucas Hedges, Joan Allen, Michael Cera and David Cromer. Playing from January 27th at the Golden Theater. See more info here…

Call Redialed: NEW Will & Anthony Nunziata Interview: "Love Always" + Green Room 42 Concert by Adam Rothenberg

What a thrill it was to catch up with twin brothers Will & Anthony as they prepare to release their second album, Love Always, a classic-adult contemporary-pop album, featuring eight ori…

Tony Winner Karen Olivo Takes the Stage in Fun Home by Hannah Vine

The award-winning star of West Side Story and Hamilton stars in the Tony-winning musical in Madison, Wisconsin.

Torch Song on Broadway Review: Harvey Fierstein’s Landmark Gay Play starring Michael Urie and Mercedes Ruehl by Jonathan Mandell

When Torch Song opened Off-Broadway a year ago, I noted that the issues affecting gay people that it explored remained unfortunately relevant 35 years after the play had debuted on Broadway,…

Hungarian National Ballet’s Artistic Director Tamás Solymosi Brings Hungarian Dance into the 21st Century by Lucy Van Cleef

The Hungarian National Ballet performs at the David H. Koch Center through November 11.

Review: ‘Cinderella’ at Imagination Stage by Emily Gilson

Full disclosure: I love fairy tales. All of them. I always have, despite also being a girl who asked myself one day why Rapunzel couldn’t just make a ladder with all her own hair and escap…

June Squibb to Return to Broadway in Waitress by Mark A. Robinson

Academy Award-nominated actress June Squibb will return to Broadway after a 57-year absence to appear in the Broadway hit Waitress. In a gender swap of the role Joe (who owns the diner),  S…

November 2018 Onstage by American Theatre Editors

From the a grand expedition to a feuding football teams, from a silent retreat to a countryside estate, check out what is onstage this month.

Arden Theatre Company presents Lucas Hnath’s ‘A Doll’s House, Part 2’ by Mark Cofta

Lucas Hnath's 'A Doll's House, Part 2' builds on the success of the Arden Theatre Company's splendid 2018 production of Henrik Ibsen's 'A Doll's House.' Mark Cofta reviews.

6 Theatre Workers You Should Know by American Theatre Editors

From a Chicago set designer to a scribe in Atlanta, from a Seattle director to an operations manager in New York City, here are some people to have on your radar.

Signature Theatre and American Theatre Announce Panel Discussion Series by American Theatre Editors

In partnership with NYC's Signature Theatre, American Theatre will present free panel discussions.

Caryl Churchill gives us a terrifying, absurd and funny view of the end of the world in Escaped Alone by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

The gravity of Clare Coulter’s performance begs the audience to lean in and listen closer, which is exactly what you want in a mysterious, ethereal messenger, writes Carly Maga.

Review: ‘Brigadoon’ at Rockville Musical Theatre by Mark Ludder

Below a luxurious burgundy velvet curtain, Rockville Musical Theatre’s Brigadoon Orchestra delivers the Overture under the Musical Direction of Joseph Sorge. The curtain opens as traveling…

Torch Song on Broadway: Review and Pics by New York Theater

The 1982 Broadway production of Torch Song Trilogy, starring Harvey Fierstein as Arnold Beckoff, a sometime drag queen and gay Jewish romantic searching for love and acceptance, could be cre…

Casting Set for West End Return of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Andy Lefkowitz

Full casting has been announced for the London remount of the award-winning hit play The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. The previously announced return run of the acclai…

The Prom, Mean Girls, My Fair Lady & Summer to Perform at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade by Andy Lefkowitz

Get ready to sing and dance in front of your TV! Macy's has just announced the lineup of Broadway shows slated to perform at the 92nd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, beginning…

Oscar Nominee June Squibb Will Return to Broadway in Waitress; Old Joe to Become Old Josie by Andy Lefkowitz

June Squibb is returning to Broadway after a 57-year absence. The Academy Award-nominated star of stage and screen will join the company of Waitress on November 19 as Old Josie, the rol…

June Squibb Joins Cast of WAITRESS as Josie; Nicolette Robinson Extends Thru December 9 by BroadwayWorld

Waitress is shaking things up at the diner but not too many things Academy Award nominee June Squibb Nebraska will join the company as Josie, the role formerly known as Joe, from November 19…

DEAR EVAN HANSEN, KING KONG to Perform on THE THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE ON CBS by TV News Desk

THE THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE ON CBS will be anchored by ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT host Kevin Frazier and correspondent Keltie Knight, live from New York City Thursday, Nov. 22 on the CBS Televisi…

Get a First Look of HYMN: Sarah Brightman In Concert from Fathom Events, in Theaters 11/8 by BroadwayWorld TV

In celebration of her upcoming new album Hymn, best-selling soprano Sarah Brightman is in cinemas with an incredible performance. Filmed using state-of-the-art video and audio technologies, …

‘Mean Girls,’ ‘The Prom’ and more to perform on Thanksgiving Day Parade broadcast by Caitlin Huston

“Mean Girls,” “My Fair Lady,” “The Prom” and “Summer” will perform in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year. The parade will be broadcast nationally from 9 a.m. to n…

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Will Feature Mean Girls, My Fair Lady, Summer, and More by Andrew Gans

The 92nd annual parade will be broadcast on NBC November 22.

June Squibb to join ‘Waitress’ as the character of ‘Josie’ by Caitlin Huston

June Squibb, an Academy Award nominee for “Nebraska,” is joining the Broadway cast of “Waitress” in the role of “Josie,” which was formerly the role of &#…

Conference Alert: #NAMPC 2018 by Artshacker

The next ArtsHacker run conference session is this Sunday, Nov. 11, in Seattle for the 2018 National Arts Marketing Project Conference (#NAMPC). ArtsHacker editor-in-chief, Drew McManus, and…

Ensemble Studio Theatre Welcomes New Youngblood Playwrights by Olivia Clement

The Obie-winning collective of emerging professional playwrights under 30 welcomes 11 new members for the 2018–2019 season.

FROM DOWN UNDER: Melbourne Theatre Company’s Astroman by Simon Parris

Brimming with warmth and heart, world premiere play Astroman takes audiences back to the 1980s in an all too rare familial focus on First Peoples of Australia.

Those scoring 'Hamilton' tickets find good things come to those who wait by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

People at the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s Downtown box office came away with tickets while thousands waited online.

June Squibb Will Return to Broadway in Waitress by Ryan McPhee

The stage and screen veteran will take on the role of Josie—a gender-bending twist on the musical's Joe.

First Look at The Thanksgiving Play Off-Broadway at Playwrights Horizons by Hannah Vine

Larissa FastHorse’s new play opens November 5.

I got my full-length play produced through a new writing night by Reece Connolly

In 2016 I saw a call-out from Flux Theatre for their inaugural EMERGE night, a new writing initiative designed to give a platform to emerging writers, directors, and actors in front of an au…

The Fans Have Voted! The Top 10 Shondaland Stars Who Should Come to Broadway by Eric King

With Kerry Washington opening the new play American Son, Tony Goldwyn joining the London transfer of Network, and  Katie Lowesrecent debut in Waitress, Broadway is i…

Smash & Broadway Choreographer Joshua Bergasse Is Wed in Sunset Beach, NC by Andy Lefkowitz

Congratulations to Emmy winner and Tony nominee Joshua Bergasse and his longtime love, acclaimed ballet dancer Sara Mearns, who were married on November 3 in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, ac…

No Holiday: A Review of Lady in Denmark at the Goodman Theatre by Hugh Iglarsh

The Goodman Theatre stages the world premiere of this bland and meandering reflection on the life of an artist who was anything but.

Broadway's New Year's Week 2019 Performance Schedule Changes by James Miller

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

INDUSTRY: Social Insight Report - November 5th - THE PROM and THE NEW ONE Top Growth! by Jeffrey Vizcaino

The top growing current Broadway musicals were The Prom 8.20, The Cher Show 5.24, King Kong 3.93, My Fair Lady 2.90 and Pretty Woman 2.87.The top growing current Broadway plays were The New …

FROZEN Releases New Block of Tickets Through June 30, 2019 by BroadwayWorld

Tickets for Disney Theatrical's newest hit musical, Frozen, are now on sale through Sunday, June 30, 2019.

BWW TV: Isn't She Loverly? Laura Benanti Talks MY FAIR LADY! by Tv - Press Previews

Below, Benanti tells us all about how Eliza has been the dream role of all dream roles throughout her entire career. Watch as she tells us all about why she's been living to play this charac…

Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for AMERICAN SON! by Walter McBride

A Florida police station in the middle of the night. Two parents searching for answers. AMERICAN SON is a gripping tale about who we are as a nation, and how we deal with family relationship…

Photo Flash: First Look at Karen Olivo & Company in Forward Theater Company's FUN HOME by BroadwayWorld

Forward Theater Company continues its 10th anniversary season celebration by producing its first musical, Fun Home Book amp Lyrics by Lisa Kron, Music by Jeanine Tesori This groundbreaking m…

Bring Sidney Myer Home—Live from the Laurie Beechman Theatre Is Now on DVD

Harbinger Records DVD release, The Mabel Mercer Foundation Presents Sidney Myer: Live at the Laurie Beechman Theatre is now available for purchase. Myer drolly delivers numbers that are unde…

Ailyn Pérez and Rosalind Elias Among 2019 Opera News Awards Honorees by Ryan McPhee

The 14th annual ceremony will take place April 7 at the Plaza Hotel.

CBS’ 2018 Thanksgiving Day Parade Will Feature Casts of Dear Evan Hansen and King Kong by Andrew Gans

The parade coverage will begin at 9 AM ET November 22.

Chicago theater openings Nov. 9-15

Saturday “Frankenstein”: In its latest world premiere, Manual Cinema augments the classic story of Frankenstein with Mary Shelley's biography to show the horrors of creation. Through Dec…

Livestreaming the Japanese Playwrights Project (Day 1)

By . The Martin E.

Sierra Boggess – Feinstein’s/54 Below by Sandi Durell

    by Ron Fassler   Sierra Boggess, a red haired dynamo of a singing sensation, brought her new cabaret show to Feinstein’s/54 Below last night. Before she sang a note, her…

Hawkwind show glimpses of their psychedelic glory at the London Palladium

The band’s concert with an orchestra and Arthur Brown interludes was a mixed affair

Bernard Bragg, Founder of the Theatre of the Deaf, Dies at 90 by Adam Hetrick

The National Theatre of the Deaf received a special Tony Award in 1977.

Class Notes: From “Renascence,” Carmel Dean by James Marino

Listen: Lauren Class Schneider talks to composer Carmel Dean about “Renascence,” playing off Broadway at the Transport Group. Class Notes actively covers New York’s current…

How video is shining a light on smaller theatre stages by Heather Doole

Video projection was once the domain of big-budget West End spectaculars. Heather Doole talks to theatremakers in small-scale companies now producing shows

Enter for a Chance to Win a Pair of Tickets to Bandstand's Encore Screening by Playbill Staff

The boys are back on the big screen!

‘Beautifully created & performed’: CARDIFF BOY – Cardiff by Emily Garside

Directed with intelligence, and a clear passion from Matthew Holmquist and with writing that balances a particular brand of Cardiff humour with universal themes and important questions, Card…

Introduce Yourself(ie): 10 Questions with The Play That Goes Wrong Star Preston Truman Boyd

Preston Truman Boyd talks starring in The Play That Goes Wrong, nightly Broadway master class with Glenn Close, and the craft beer to embrace in November.

Kerry Washington’s Fiery Performance in the Racially Charged ‘American Son’ Will Leave You Dazed by Rex Reed

'American Son' turns over the rocks in the political climate to reveal Democracy-challenging toxins you might not have even considered before.

The Thanksgiving Play Opens at Playwrights Horizons Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

A group of well-intentioned white teaching artists scramble to create a "woke" Thanksgiving pageant in Larissa FastHorse’s new play.

Review: Callie Kimball’s Things that are Round debuts at Rep Stage by Tim Treanor

Things that are Round, Callie Kimball’s fine new play getting its world premiere at Rep Stage, could, with justice, be called Things that are Delusional, for it is the power and author…

Review: Apocalypse Soon, buffet is great, political satire’s hard by Alan Katz

Washington DC has quite a rich tradition in political satire, from local legends The Capitol Steps to one-off play commissions at local theaters like Signature to niche private functions onl…

Theater Buff: Leroy Church, Broadway’s ‘King Kong’ by Matthew Wexler

'King Kong' opens on this week, and when it does, Leroy Church will be making his Broadway debut.

Songwriters Will Reynolds and Eric Price to Receive 2018 Fred Ebb Award by Ryan McPhee

Alan Cumming will present the honor at the Fred Ebb Foundation’s November 26 ceremony.

Vanessa Bamber steps down as executive director of Chicago Dramatists by Kt Hawbaker

Vanessa Bamber has resigned as executive director of Chicago Dramatists. On Monday, she confirmed her departure in an email to the Tribune, stating that she offered the playwright developmen…

New York Musical Festival Will Honor Tony Winner Victoria Clark by Andrew Gans

The evening will also pay tribute to board member Jill Jaysen and Tony-winning producers Frankel, Viertel, Baruch, Routh Group.

Ming Peiffer’s Usual Girls Opens at Roundabout Underground by Olivia Clement

The world premiere, directed by Tyne Rafaeli, opens November 5 and will continue its extended run through December 16.

Haunting Julia review at Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch – ‘Ayckbourn’s ghostly reflection on grief’ by Dave Fargnoli

Far more than any supernatural scariness, the simple inability to move on from the death of a loved one is at the

Livestreaming The Magnificent Peony Dreams: Yin Mei – Installation Performance + Artist Talk

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All fired up! 5 banging West End shows by Carly-Ann Clements

Tired of cold nights watching fireworks? Enjoy the thrill of pyrotechnics with the added bonus of a brilliant story and a comfy seat at one of these shows. The post All fired up! 5 banging W…

Todrick Hall to Make West End Debut in Chicago by Andy Lefkowitz

All he cares about is love...and starring on the West End stage! Broadway alum Todrick Hall will soon offer up his acclaimed razzle-dazzle turn as Billy Flynn to London audiences, making his…

Popcorn Falls, Directed by Christian Borle, Sets Off-Broadway Closing Date by Andy Lefkowitz

James Hindman's new off-Broadway comedy Popcorn Falls will conclude its run at the Davenport Theatre on November 25. Two-time Tony winner Christian Borle makes his directorial debut with…

George F. Walker double bill explores poverty and mental illness at the Assembly Theatre by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic,carly Maga - Theatre Critic

In Kill the Poor, Walker’s point is that folks who live marginally can’t be reduced to ‘you people’ while he takes a sympathetic approach to a woman’s extreme mental condition in H…

Radio City Music Hall Shows Off New Drone Technology for the 2018 Christmas Spectacular by Hannah Vine

The Radio City Rockettes give a sneak peek at the technology behind the annual Christmas show.

What's Playing on Broadway: November 5- 11, 2018 by Bww Special

Below, BroadwayWorld brings you this weekly listing of Broadway shows and their show times for November 5-11, 2018.

Theatre diversity scheme embroiled in controversy after doubts raised about participant’s heritage by Georgia Snow

An Arts Council England-funded programme for minority ethnic arts leaders has found itself at the centre of a controversy after it was

Drama Desk Panel by Barry Gordin

Expanding the Discourse: Is the Landscape of Theater Changing for Artists with Disabilities?” on Monday, November 12 from 6:30 to 8pm at Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 Eight Ave, Studio 17E No…

Oldham Coliseum boss Kevin Shaw to step down after 17 years by Georgia Snow

Kevin Shaw, artistic director and chief executive of the Oldham Coliseum, has announced he is stepping down after 17 years. Shaw will

‘Unlike anything else in London at the moment’: ALL WE EVER WANTED WAS EVERYTHING – Bush Theatre by Rachel Williams

Yet another pat on the back is due for the Bush Theatre who has knocked things out of the park once again with its latest main house show. All We Ever Wanted Was Everything, written by Luke …

Obituary: Elyse Dodgson – Royal Court’s international director who was a ‘tireless champion of playwrights’ by Michael Quinn

As the Royal Court Theatre’s international director for more than 20 years, Elyse Dodgson introduced British audiences to writers and plays from

What the Constitution Means to Me Transfers to the Greenwich House Theater by Olivia Clement

Heidi Schreck's critically acclaimed play will continue through the end of the year in the new venue.

Vladimir Jurowski brings cool precision to The Rake’s Progress at the Royal Festival Hall, London

A thoroughly satisfying concert performance of Stravinsky’s opera

Tribalistas turn the Hammersmith Apollo into a huge club

The Brazilian supergroup created a carnival-style atmosphere at their first London show

Billy Bishop Goes to War review at Jermyn Street Theatre, London – ‘beautifully produced’ by Dave Hollander

As a cloud-like parachute billows above a room strewn with knick-knacks and suffused with memories (a superb design from Daisy Blower), a

May Day on Broadway: ‘The Waverly Gallery’ by Matthew Wexler

Elaine May stars in Kenneth Lonergan's play about a woman facing dementia and the impact it has on her family. Also featuring Michael Cera and Lucas Hedges.

He’s a smooth operator: American Idol & Ru Paul's Drag Race star Todrick Hall makes his West End debut in Chicago

Todrick Hall may be a YouTube sensation, but he is also no stranger to Broadway, having played Billy Flynn in Chicago and Lola in Kinky Boots. Now he reprises the role of the slick, manipula…

Great British Bake Off Winner Inspires Men to Try Baking by Blouin Artinfo

Rahul Mandal, who has won the “The Great British Bake Off,” is now celebrating the win inspired to promote and use the platform to encourage others into a baking life.After being crowned…

Actor, singer and writer Fiona-Jane Weston: ‘I’ve combined my love of women’s history with cabaret’ by Giverny Masso

Fiona-Jane Weston creates one-woman and cabaret shows that often focus on women in history. She tells Giverny Masso why she feels it

I Interview Playwrights Part 1013: Hank Kimmel by Adam Szymkowicz

Hank KimmelHometowns: Pittsburgh, PA; Sands Point, NY; Lakeville, CTCurrent town: Atlanta, GAQ:  What are you working on now?A:  I am working on writing honorably, where, as a pl…

'Warplay' at the Azuka Theatre: Retelling a classic war story as it should have been

In the hands of JC Lee, the story of Achilles and Patroclus opens up into a meditation on war, identity, and sexual orientation. This is not your high-school teacher's Homer, but maybe it sh…

Taking Your Play From MFA Shape To Off-Broadway Can Require More Than A Few Complete Rewrites by Artsjournal2

Ming Peiffer says that the moment she realized she needed to stop writing for others and start writing her own truth changed her play Usual Girls extensively. “I recoiled from the orig…

“Seven Samurai” tops BBC’s 100-strong list for best foreign-language films by Blouin Artinfo

BBC’s top 100 film list for foreign films is out and topping the list is Akira Kurosawa’s “Seven Samurai.”A recent critics’ poll conducted by BBC voted Akira Kurosawa’s 1954 film…

Popcorn Falls, Directed by Tony Winner Christian Borle, Sets Closing Date Off-Broadway by Andrew Gans

Tom Souhrada and Adam Heller co-star at the Davenport Theatre.

Sasha Waltz’s Kreatur at BAM, New York, has plenty of ideas but they seldom add up

The German choreographer’s piece is striking chiefly because of its groundbreaking costumes

'Mr. Burns' at the Wilma: How 'The Simpsons' helps us keep going when everything's all over

The Wilma evokes a satiric, postapocalyptic world in which a group of refugees take solace in an episode of "The Simpsons." In the Wilma's gripping and ambitious production, "The Simpsons" f…

New Van Gogh exhibition explores British influences

Tate Britain to display more than 45 paintings by ‘unhappy genius’ from March

Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In on Pre-Broadway BEETLEJUICE in DC; Updating Live! by BroadwayWorld

The new musical comedy Beetlejuice will open on Broadway at the Winter Garden Theatre 1634 Broadway on April 25, 2019, but first the musical has its world premiere at The National Theatre in…

Exclusive Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine and Bonnie Milligan! by Little Known Facts W/ Ilana Levine

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with Broadway alum Ilana Levine, who makes her entrance onto the podcast stage with her new show Little Known Facts. Ilana's unique brand of celebrity interview, …

POPCORN FALLS, Directed By Christian Borle, Will Play Final Performance November 25 by BroadwayWorld

After popping open at The Davenport Theatre this fall, Popcorn Falls, written by James Hindman and directed by Christian Borle, in his New York directorial debut, will play its final perform…

Legendary Ben Vereen Brings Special Thanksgiving Concert and Dinner to The Cutting Room 11/22-11/23 by Contests - Broadway

Join us at The Cutting Room for a special Thanksgiving Concert and Dinner on November 22 and 23 with legendary Tony Award-winning actor BEN VEREEN.

VIDEO: Barbra Streisand Shares Her Thoughts on the State of American Politics on REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER by Stage Tube

Singer, actress, and director Barbra Streisand joinedBill Maher to share her thoughts on the state of American politics on Friday's episode of 'Real Time with Bill Maher.'

American Son, Starring Kerry Washington, Steven Pasquale, and Jeremy Jordan, Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway by Hannah Vine

Kenny Leon directs the Broadway premiere of Christopher Demos-Brown's timely drama.

The Best Broadway Star Guest Spots On Television by Theatrenerds

Famous faces as guest stars are a popular fixture of television and can end up being some of the best episodes of a season. An already great idea becomes even better when the guest star on y…

Todrick Hall Will Join London Cast of Chicago by Andrew Gans

The recording star and YouTube favorite will return to the role of Billy Flynn.

INTERVIEW: Spotlight On… Fiddler On The Roof’s Kirsty MacLaren by Emma Clarendon

Actress Kirsty MacLaren spoke to Love London Love Culture’s Emma Clarendon about starring in Trevor Nunn’s upcoming production of Fiddler On The Roof at the Menier Chocolate Factory.

What Did Critics Think of the Beetlejuice Musical's World Premiere? by Ryan McPhee

The ghost with the most heads to the Washington, D.C. stage before a Broadway bow.

15 Questions in 15 Minutes with ‘Bootleg Famous’ Dan Domenech by Deb Miller

In 1968, Pop artist Andy Warhol made his much-celebrated observation, “In the future, everyone will be world-famous for 15 minutes.” The future is now, and Andy was right. With the adven…

For members of the China Disabled People’s Performing Arts Troupe the dream is not just onstage by Michael Crabb - Special To The Star

The Chinese dancers, some of whom are deaf, are focused on developing and perfecting their varied talents, writes Michael Crabb.

WATCH: Our five fave #stagey vlogs from Amy Lovatt, now taking to the stage herself in Fanatical

If you're a musical theatre fan and you haven't yet discovered Amy Lovatt's brilliant vlogs about her love of musicals, catch up quick right here. We've chosen five of our favourite instalme…

NEWS: YouTuber & star of RuPaul’s Drag Race Todrick Hall will star as Billy Flynn in the West End’s Chicago by Press Releases

Star of RuPaul’s Drag Race, American Idol and YouTube sensation Todrick Hall will star as Billy Flynn in Chicago from 19 November 2018 until the end of the show’s run at the Phoenix Thea…

Spotify announces $1bn stock buyback plan

Streaming company takes advantage of recent tech share sell-off

GRACE NOTES: Monday, November 5, 2018 by Susan Grace

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Todrick Hall to star in Chicago by Carly-Ann Clements

RuPaul Dragrace and YouTube star Todrick Hall will be replacing Duncan James as Billy Flynn in Chicago from 19 November at the Phoenix Theatre. The post Todrick Hall to star in Chicago appea…

The Kominsky Method, Netflix — Michael Douglas and Alan Arkin excel in a comedy of ageing

Sitcom about the travails of an acting coach and his grouchy agent has earthy humour and a host of star cameos

Jazz Preview: Luciana Souza’s “The Book of Longing” & Yellowjackets by Evelyn Rosenthal

Why this team up? Other than that both Luciana Souza and the Yellowjackets have been nominated for multiple Grammys?

Josh Bergasse and Sara Mearns Wed by BroadwayWorld

According to The New York Times, choreographer Joshua Bergasse wed dancer Sara Mearns yesterday in Sunset Beach, North Carolina.

Broadway on TV: Kerry Washington, Christopher Jackson, & More for Week of November 5, 2018 by TV News Desk

From stage to screen, Broadway will be represented on TV for the week of November 5, 2018

VIDEO: Tituss Burgess Sings About Unconditional Love on Jordan Roth's THE BIRDS AND THE BS by Stage Tube

The Birds and The BS is the kids show for adults Because we forgot everything we learned in kindergarten. Join Mr. Jordan and his especially animated friends as they sing you towards the rig…

Today on Broadway: Monday, November 3, 2018 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Reviews are in for “American Son” on Broadway, “Bat Out of Hell” Tour “Postponed,” and Matt’s Thumbnail Reviews “Today on BroadwayR…

‘Unique & engaging story’: BURY THE DEAD – Finborough Theatre ★★★ by Shanine Salmon

Bury the Dead at Finborough Theatre is a unique and engaging story which captures the sense of unjust, premature death at the mercy of someone else’s agenda.

Behind the curtain: Dance community tries to help in aftermath of Tree of Life mass shootings by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Bodiography, Pittsburgh Ballet Theater School and the DANA Movement Ensemble all are doing their part.

Misc. Takes by Ken Levine

I haven’t done this in awhile, so what the hell? Again, thanks to everyone who answered the call last week and gave me your feedback. I got a very interesting suggestion from reader Janet…

NEWS: Glenn Chandler follows Kids Play with The Boy Under the Christmas Tree premiere by Featured Content

Following the success of Kids Play, Taggart creator Glenn Chandler premieres his latest stage play, alternative festive comedy treat The Boy Under the Christmas Tree, at London's King's Head…

Sweet Like Chocolate Boy review at Jack Studio Theatre, London – ‘nostalgia-fuelled adventure’ by JN Benjamin

If you did your raving in the 1990s, you’ll know that Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu’s latest play takes its name from the certified banger

Don DeLillo on Trump's America: 'I'm not sure the country is recoverable' by Xan Brooks

He has spent half a century dissecting America’s dreams and nightmares. Now the great novelist is imagining what his ‘deluged’ country will be like three years from todayWhenever he’…

Caitlin Kinnunen on The Prom and More by Victoria Myers

In the new musical, The Prom, Caitlin Kinnunen plays a teenager who just wants to take her girlfriend to the high school prom. It’s Caitlin's first lead role in a Broadway musical. She�…

The Arts on Stamps of the World — November 5 by Doug Briscoe

An Arts Fuse regular feature returns (temporarily): the Arts on Stamps of the World. We present the second of our three lapsed November 2017 installments, now being seen for the very first t…

Theatre Under The Stars Announces The Cast Of Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST by BroadwayWorld

Twenty-five years ago, Theatre Under The Stars helped usher in a new musical era with Disney's Beauty and the Beast. The show became an international sensation that played a remarkable 13-ye…

‘Poignant, affecting & necessary’: THE FUNERAL DIRECTOR – Southwark Playhouse ★★★★★ by Olivia Mitchell

The crowning glory of this show is the story. It’s poignant, affecting and necessary. The crossing of gender, religion and sexuality is a very hot topic in modern times. When tackling them…

BWW's On This Day - November 5, 2018

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on November 5 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

Feeling Wicked: The Magical Side of the American Songbook by Sandi Durell

    By Magda Katz   What do you get when you blend four magnificent voices in one show.? Yes, you get Magic – the show’s theme on Saturday night at the Schimmel C…

New post-show Q&A: Join Terri for the premiere of new British sci-fi musical Fanatical by Terri Paddock

As part of her ongoing post-show Q&A series, on Tuesday 20 November 2018, Mates co-founder Terri Paddock will quiz the writer and cast of new British sci-fi musical Fanatical. Got any q…

Jeton Neziraj: the playwright exploring Kosovo’s identity on stage by Natasha Tripney

Kosovar playwright Jeton Neziraj is helping to explore the national identity of the 10-year-old country, Europe’s youngest, with his company Qendra Multimedia.

Hope Boykin: A radiating force at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater by Admin

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is a very special company, as are its dancers. Currently, the company is gearing up for its annual New York City Center season, running November 28-Dec…

Broadway Dance Center announces the Richard Ellner Scholarships by Admin

Broadway Dance Center (BDC) is one of the leading dance studios in the United States. BDC currently offers over 350 weekly classes in jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, musical theatr…

BROADWAY HEAT: The Prom Edition: Round 1 by JK

HOT on Broadway (adj): fierce, talented, big potential; has "buzz"; has "it" factor.BROADWAY HEAT: THE PROM EDITIONWhich of these amazing cast members will you give a "prom-posal" …

Actor left ‘crying and whimpering’ on stage after injuring herself during West End Pinter season by Matthew Hemley

A performance as part of the Pinter at the Pinter season was called to an abrupt halt after an actor injured herself

What’s happening in D.C. dance? by Admin

New York City isn’t the only hot spot for dance on the east coast. Many other cities are also rich in exciting dance performances. One such place is the nation’s capital – Washington, …

‘The Hip Hop Nutcracker’ turns the classic holiday ballet on its head by Admin

Changing leaves and chilly November days mean Nutcracker season is fast approaching! Most dancers are breaking out their pointe shoes, and thoughts of sugar plums and tutus fill people’s m…

American Son review – excruciatingly relevant race drama by Alexis Soloski

The Booth Theater, New YorkKerry Washington plays a mother whose son goes missing in a tough, timely play about the dangers of being young and black in AmericaWhen the lights rise on Christo…

Hadestown: how Anaïs Mitchell's lo-fi hit became a sensational musical by Alexis Soloski

It started as a show that toured Vermont in a school bus. Now it’s hitting the National Theatre and is bound for Broadway. We track the long, winding road of HadestownHadestown, the Orphic…

Set up your body now for audition season and still enjoy the holidays by Admin

Looming immediately after the holidays is the season for dancers when contracts are given out and when audition season reaches a peak. November is the ideal time to prepare your body to look…

Oscars Best Picture race: ‘A Star is Born’ leaps ahead of ‘Roma’ with experts by Paul Sheehan

In the first week of November, “A Star is Born” has pulled ahead of “Roma” in the Best Picture race according to the predictions of the 26 Oscar Experts at Gold Derby…

Experimental audio drama platform launches, promising ‘immersive, hyper-real’ experience by Giverny Masso

A new online platform for audio dramas has been created for stories recorded using immersive technology. Almost Tangible has been set up

Exclusive: English National Opera to screen adverts on safety curtain by Matthew Hemley

English National Opera is planning to use its safety curtain as a screen for projections that will advertise its forthcoming seasons. The

Poll: Was your first theatregoing experience intimidating? by The Stage

In a recent column for The Stage, associate editor Lyn Gardner highlighted how important it is that theatres make themselves welcoming for

American Son starring Kerry Washington review at Booth Theatre, New York – ‘gripping and impassioned’ by Mark Shenton

The timing could not be more apt for a Broadway theatre to offer a play that puts race at its centre. This

A quiet power: Catching up with Aszure Barton  by Admin

Aszure Barton is a choreographer who has made works for Mikhail Baryshnikov, English National Ballet, American Ballet Theatre and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, just to name a few. Thro…

What was your favorite highlight of 2018? by Admin

Can you believe that the end of another year is quickly approaching? Time can go so fast, and rather than let it fly by and think ahead too much to 2019, it’s nice to sit and reflect on th…

‘A conscience-pricking, outrage-provoking piece of work’: EAR FOR EYE – Royal Court Theatre ★★★★ by Carole Woddis

There is no one quite like debbie tucker green and her new play ear for eye, no one writing with the same urgency, disquiet and plain brilliance for adjusting and changing forms.

City Theatre breaks ground on new South Side production center by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The $2.5 million project, including a new Main Stage elevator, is the second phase of improvements for the theater company.

VIDEO: Mike Myers Wants to Bring Dr. Evil to Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Mike Myers was interviewed on Alec Baldwin's show last night, where he revealed that he would be interested in potentially coming to Broadway.

Broadway Review: Kerry Washington Gives An Intense, Fearsome Performance in New Play “American Son” by Roger Friedman

Kerry Washington is back on Broadway several years after her debut in David Mamet’s “Race.” She returns as a major TV star Categories: Featured Theater(Read more...)

The Vaudeville of “The Other Side of the Wind” by Trav S.D.

We naturally watched the long-awaited released of Orson Welles’ The Other Side of the Wind on opening day (November 2) and were delighted when it it turned out not only to be up to Wel…

The Funeral Director review at Southwark Playhouse, London – ‘sensitive and nuanced’ by Natasha Tripney

Iman Qureshi’s The Funeral Director, this year’s winner of the Papatango prize for new writing, is a sensitive and nuanced exploration of

Clocking on: Declan Bennett & Bronté Barbé will lead the cast of Off-Broadway musical Striking 12 at the Union Theatre

Joining Declan and Bronté in the cast for Striking 12, written by Tony Award-winning Rachel Sheinkin and musical duo Brendan Milburn and Valerie Vigoda, will be Danielle Kassaraté, Kate Ro…

The Mysteries review at Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester – ‘perceptive and penetrating’ by Fergus Morgan

This is quite the achievement. Writer Chris Thorpe and director Sam Pritchard have toured six towns and cities in the North, and

‘Maddie Rice’s talent as a performer is the overriding highlight’: PICKLE JAR – Soho Theatre by Laura Kressly

A masterclass in one-woman storytelling, Pickle Jar is delicately told in the intimate setting upstairs in Soho Theatre.

#StageFavesSongOfTheWeek - "All I've Ever Known" from @hadestown by @anaismitchell

This November, a new American musical transfers to the National Theatre for the first time, bringing with it the two American leads. With a haunting folk-jazz score and a timeless story, HAD…

“The Hobbit” at Globe Theatre, London by Blouin Artinfo

“The Hobbit” will be on stage from November 28, through December 27, 2018 at Globe Theatre, London.The play is based on “The Hobbit” by J.R.R. Tolkien and adapted for the stage by Ki…

NEWS: Michael McManus’ An Honourable Man, about the rise of a new populist party, premieres at the White Bear by Featured Content

Political adviser and author Michael McManus makes his playwriting debut with An Honourable Man, the story of how Momentum's attempt to deselect a mainstream Labour MP unleashes a populist u…

Photo Coverage: Inside The Opening Night Party For AMERICAN SON by Walter McBride

American Son, playing a limited engagement at the Booth Theatre on Broadway 222 West 45th Street, opened officially last night, November 4, 2018. BroadwayWorld was there, and you can check o…

Photo Coverage: The Cast of AMERICAN SON Takes Opening Night Bows by Walter McBride

American Son, playing a limited engagement at the Booth Theatre on Broadway 222 West 45th Street, openedofficially last night, November 4, 2018. BroadwayWorld was there, and you can check ou…

SPILL Festival 2018 by Ava Wong Davies

A mushrooming community: Ava Wong Davies writes on the intimacy and kindness of the works at this year's instalment of performance art fest SPILL. The post SPILL Festival 2018 appeared first…

Wake Up With BWW 11/5: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of AMERICAN SON, and More! by Stephanie Wild

Good morning BroadwayWorld Today's top stories we're taking you on the red carpet at opening night of American Son, and more

“Turtle Plays” at The Brick, New York by Blouin Artinfo

“Turtle Plays” will be on stage from November 9 through November 18, 2018 at The Brick, New York.“‘Turtle Plays’ includes two plays. It includes ‘In The Water Theatre’ and Comp…

‘A masterpiece of contemporary new writing’: DEALING WITH CLAIR – Orange Tree Theatre by Aleks Sierz

Dealing With Clair at the Orange Tree Theatre is a brilliant revival of Martin Crimp’s savage satire on human greed and male attitudes to women.

Opening Quote: EasyJet co-pilot lands at ITV 

The 99-Seat Beat: History takes the stage with the HUAC era, the birth of diverse Boyle Heights and the makings of our fake-reality present by Daryl H. Miller

History figures prominently at Los Angeles’ smaller theaters this weekend: a slice of L.A.’s past in “Remembering Boyle Heights”; the heated days of the House Un-American Activities …

The Big House Announces Move to a New Home and World Première of “Bullet Tongue” by Blouin Artinfo

The Big House, a charity which enables care leavers and at-risk young people to fulfil their potential through drama, wraparound support, and long term mentoring, recently announced new prem…

Derek Klena, Matt Doyle, Cheyenne Jackson & More Testing Out Magic Mike Musical by Andy Lefkowitz

An A-list slate of Broadway leading men spent the past week at work on a musical adaptation of the hit 2012 motion picture Magic Mike. An Instagram post from Broadway actor Matt Doyle, share…

Lyn Gardner: Never forget that theatres can intimidate first-timers by Lyn Gardner

A few weeks ago, I was in Athens for the British Council. I had a ticket to see the Greek National Theatre’s

Performance artist Thomas John Bacon: Public money should fund art for everyone, even if some hate it by Thomas John Bacon

Ever wondered what it’s like to be at the centre of a tabloid storm? I found myself caught up in one this

Top 5 theatre shows to see this week (November 5-11) by Natasha Tripney

White Teeth – Kiln Theatre, London The second production in the rechristened Kiln Theatre’s autumn season is an adaptation of Zadie Smith’s acclaimed debut

Matt Trueman: Austerity has left theatres in an impossible, contradictory position by Matt Trueman

A decade of austerity is, apparently, almost over. Believe it when you see it. Arts funding won’t go up any time soon.

The Exorcism review – devilishly tricksy haunted-house tale by Brian Logan

Battersea Arts Centre, LondonShifting between eerie ghost story and broad comedy, Ross Sutherland’s intriguing solo show about demonic possession never quite makes its intentions clearJust…

Derek Klena, Matt Doyle, Cheyenne Jackson & More Test Out Magic Mike Musical by Andy Lefkowitz

An A-list slate of Broadway leading men spent the past week at work on a musical adaptation of the hit 2012 motion picture Magic Mike. An Instagram post from Broadway actor Matt Doyle, share…

Go Into Rehearsal With Broadway's The Prom for 3 Songs by Playbill Staff

Now in previews at the Longacre Theatre, The Prom cast runs through "Changing Lives," "Love Thy Neighbor," and the Kander and Ebb-inspired "Zazz."

Theatrefolk Featured Play – Santa’s Zombie Apocalypse by Bradley Walton by Lindsay Price

Welcome to our Featured Play Spotlight. Does anything say ‘Christmas’ more than Santa… and zombies? We don’t think so! Our newest holiday play, Santa’s Zombie …

What’s on TV Monday: ‘Latin History for Morons’ and ‘Full Frontal With Samantha Bee’ by Sara Aridi

John Leguizamo’s one-man Broadway show comes to Netflix. And Samantha Bee hosts a special episode of “Full Frontal” ahead of the midterm elections.

Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend - 11/4-11/5/2018

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Monday, November 5, 2018 - Monday, November 5, 2018.

BWW Review: Kerry Washington and Steven Pasquale Are Parents of a Missing Black Teen in AMERICAN SON by Michael Dale

A frustrated African-American woman, convinced that the young, armed, white police officer she's alone with isn't revealing everything he knows about her missing son, loses control of her te…

AMERICAN SON - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Marc Miller

Though we never actually meet him, Jamal, the title character of Christopher Demos-Brown's American Son, sounds like a wonderful kid.

I'M NOT A COMEDIAN . . . I'M LENNY BRUCE - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Howard Miller

How does anyone become a trailblazer?

Dido’s Lament — Purcell’s composition has become the UK’s favourite aria

Played annually at the Cenotaph, the haunting tune has been widely performed and recorded

Dance News: Boston Ballet Announces The ChoreograpHER Initiative by The Dance Enthusiast

Boston Ballet Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen announces the ChoreograpHER Initiative, a multi-year commitment in support of emerging female choreographers from within the Company and bey…

Dance News: WestFest 2019 - Applications Now Open! Apply Now for "WestFest Top Floor" and "WestFest All over Westbeth" by The Dance Enthusiast

Applications are now open for WestFest 2019! Apply for WestFest Top Floor (multiple pieces welcomed) and/or WestFest All Over Westbeth before January 13, 2019.

Impressions: luciana achugar's "BRUXJ" as Part of the On Your Marx Festival by The Dance Enthusiast

In Impressions: luciana achugar's BRUXJ as Part of the On Your Marx Festival, 

Why a Lawyer Felt Compelled to Write 'American Son' - Playwright Christopher Demos-Brown makes his Broadway debut with the racially charged drama

Playwright Christopher Demos-Brown makes his Broadway debut with the racially charged drama---The new Broadway play American Son explores the notion of justice (or lack thereof) by chronicli…

Mel Brooks, Andrea McArdle, Andy Karl, More Celebrate Life of Thomas Meehan, Tony-Winning Writer of Annie by Andrew Gans

Martin Charnin hosts the November 5 memorial at the St. James Theatre.

Why Stockard Channing Returned to the New York Stage With Off-Broadway’s Apologia by Mark Peikert

The question that preoccupies the Tony-winning actor and drew her to play this flawed matriarch.

Curator Denise Greber And Puppeteers Duda Paiva And Chad Williams On The 8th La MaMa Puppet Festival by The Dance Enthusiast

In Curator Denise Greber And Puppeteers Duda Paiva And Chad Williams On The 8th La MaMa Puppet Festival, "Puppeteers are cousins to magicians in that we all put on a grand illusion. If the p…