Betrayal by David Kaufman

Imported from London and directed with finesse by Jamie Lloyd, Tom Hiddleston (Robert), Zawe Ashton (Emma), and Charlie Cox (Jerry), all making their Broadway debuts, are practically choreog…

Transparent star Alexandra Billings joins Wicked as cast's first trans actress by Rachel Yang

Transparent star Alexandra Billings is breaking Broadway barriers and joining Wicked, becoming the first trans actress to be in its cast. Her first performance as Madame Morrible is set …

National Symphony Orchestra Youth Fellows - Millennium Stage (January 27, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

Steven Lutvak - Millennium Stage (January 26, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

National Symphony Orchestra Youth Fellows - Millennium Stage (January 28, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

Jazz Dance with Jocelyn Issac - Millennium Stage (January 31, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

National Symphony Orchestra Prelude - Millennium Stage (January 30, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

Review: Peter Brook Asks the Ultimate Question in ‘Why?’ by Jesse Green

A new work from one of the indisputably great directors is partly a tribute to theater and partly a warning about theatricality.

Today on Broadway: Friday, September 27, 2019 by Matt Tamanini

Broadway’s “Girl from the North Country” Announces Casting and Three Of-Broadway Shows Announce Extensions! “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting t…

People You Should Know . . . Peter Levine by Zack Calhoon

Peter Levine is a playwright and actor living in Brooklyn, New York. Emerging Artists Theatre has produced two of his plays – a full-length play, The Kitchen Table, and a one-act play, Th…

People You Should Know . . . Paula Shtein by Zack Calhoon

Paula Shtein graduated as a Vocal Performance major from Capital University’s Conservatory of Music (Columbus, Ohio) and currently lives in NYC.  Favorite credits include Anne Lehmann in…

Photo Flash: George Salazar, Mj Rodriguez, Amber Riley & More Celebrate Opening Night of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

Opening night of Little Shop of Horrors was celebrated last night at the Pasadena Playhouse. The production stars George Salazar as “Seymour Krelborn;” Mj Rodriguez as “Audrey;” Kevi…

Why?: That Big Question, On Stage and Off by Elysa Gardner

★★★ Peter Brook and collaborator Marie-Hélène Estienne reflect on theater, generally and in another troubled time The post Why?: That Big Question, On Stage and Off appeared first on…

Broadway Star Jeremy Pope Will Lead Ryan Murphy's HOLLYWOOD

Deadline reports that 'Choir Boy' and 'Ain't Too Proud' star and Tony nominee Jeremy Pope will star opposite Darren Criss on Netflix's 'Hollywood,' from executive producer Ryan Murphy.

Opera Album Review: Offenbach’s “La Périchole,” by an All-French Cast, Combines Zest and Elegance by Ralph P. Locke

This is one of the zippiest, most life-affirming opera recordings I have heard in a long time. Well, this puts it a bit too blandly, because the work’s social satire also targets the smug …

BWW College Guide - Everything You Need to Know About Kean University in 2019/2020

With college theatre program auditions just around the corner, we're highlighting some of the country's most prestigious theatre programs and chatting with the schools' faculty to give you i…

Will Ben Platt Reprise His Tony-Winning Performance in the Dear Evan Hansen Movie? by Andy Lefkowitz

Will Ben Platt play a teen once again? The 26-year-old actor, who will portray a ruthless high schooler with political ambitions on Ryan Murphy's The Politician beginning on September 27…

Broadway League President Charlotte St. Martin Inducted into Crain's Hall of Fame by Broadway.com

Hats off to Broadway League President Charlotte St. Martin, who is among the changemakers newly anointed to Crain's New York Business' Hall of Fame. St. Martin joined the Broadway League…

Watch Isabelle McCalla, J. Quinton Johnson & More Cut Loose Ahead of Footloose at the Kennedy Center by Broadway.com

Get a glimpse at rehearsal room clips from the Kennedy Center's highly anticipated production of Footloose, running from October 9-13.

CHASING RAINBOWS: THE ROAD TO OZ Begins Performances Tomorrow At Paper Mill Playhouse

Paper Mill Playhouse presents the New Jersey premiere of Chasing Rainbows: The Road to Oz!

Review: Don Giovani, Royal Opera House by Jessica Handscomb

Review: Don Giovani, Royal Opera House2.0starsMozart’s Don Giovanni first premiered in Prague in 1787. With libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte, it tells the story of the walking STI that is Don …

Massive New Zaha Hadid Airport – World’s Largest – Opens In Beijing by Artsjournal

The new mega-airport, the second in Beijing, was designed by the late architect Zaha Hadid in the shape of a starfish with five connected concourses. It is said to be the world’s largest s…

2019 Gala: Kirsten Childs presents her song "Pretty" performed by Hailey Kilgore by American Theatre Wing

A Devilishly Good Time This Fall on Broadway HD by Matthew Wexler

BroadwayHD's fall lineup includes spooky theatrical favorites such as "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," "Jekyll & Hyde," "The Toxic Avenger," and more. The post A Devilis…

Review: Trying at 1st Stage by Jeffrey Walker

Literate, compelling, and uplifting, Trying is a fine two-person play brought to life with simple style and a gentle grace by 1st Stage. Director Alex Levy has an impeccable cast to work wit…

What’s ahead for The Atlanta Opera, Spivey Hall and universities for 2019–20 by Scott Freeman

Atlanta is a vibrant place for classical music, and the 2019–20 season... The post What’s ahead for The Atlanta Opera, Spivey Hall and universities for 2019–20 appeared first on ARTS A…

How Should Opera Companies Have Handled Complaints About Placido Domingo? by Artsjournal

Justin Davidson: “Society has changed, and the Met is limping to keep up. When the news about Levine’s transgressions broke, the company called in lawyers to run an investigation, bury t…

Do Arts Organizations Understand The Difference Between Inspiration And Impact? by Artsjournal

“On some level, you’ve got to ask your arts organization a really hard question: If there’s no positive impact you can measure, why hang your hat on the idea? After all, inspiring chan…

Dial M For Murder Tour starring Tom Chambers – Book Now! by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Tom Chambers stars in a brand new production of Frederick Knott's Dial M for Murder. The Dial M For Murder Tour starts in January 2020. Book Now! This post Dial M For Murder …

Everybody! ‘Grump’ For Joy: The La Mirada Theatre’s West Coast Debut Of “Grumpy Old Men—The Musical” Is A Clever Curmudgeonly Comedy by Leo Buck

At turns hilarious, while at others startlingly affecting, many of the best lines or crucial plot-twists delightfully take you off guard, making their impact lingering and lasting...it’s u…

DCPA cast and creatives talk about 'A Doll's House' by Denver Center For The Performing Arts

Livestreaming the 2019 Grantmakers in the Arts Conference: Cultural Intersections

By . Grantmakers in the Arts presents the 2019 GIA Conference Cultural Intersections livestreaming from Denver, Colorado on the global, commons-based peer produced HowlRound TV network at 

Casting Announced for Girl From the North Country by Mark A. Robinson For Broadway Direct

The Conor McPherson-Bob Dylan musical Girl From North Country, which enjoyed a critically acclaimed Off-Broadway run at the Public Theatre last fall, is headed for Broadway in the spring of …

Bristol Riverside Theatre Announces Leadership Transition by American Theatre Editors

Founding director Susan D. Atkinson and artistic director Keith Baker will step down at the end of the 2019-20 season.

Go Inside the 2019 Idea Awards for Theatre by Marc J. Franklin

The Bret Adams and Paul Reisch Foundation honored new voices in playwriting and musical theatre September 23.

Jeremiah Clapp and Calvin Leon Smith to Star in Jim Crow–Era Love Story at Long Wharf by Olivia Clement

Ricardo Pérez González's On the Grounds of Belonging, directed by David Mendizábal, will kick off the new season in New Haven.

Never is Now by Lara Altunian

The post Never is Now appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

Theater Review: BARNUM (Musical Theatre Guild at the Alex Theatre in Glendale) by Barry Creyton

I LIKE YOUR STYLE P. T. Barnum claimed there’s a sucker born every minute, but composers like Cy Coleman come along only once in a lifetime. His vigorous score was in the capable hands of …

Falling for language’s power — and danger — smartly captured in Knives in Hens by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

The sentiments behind David Harrower’s 1995 play about a feudal couple mostly hold up, aided by strong performances at Toronto’s Coal Mine Theatre.

Hamilton Star Mandy Gonzalez to Perform in Concert With Broadway Alum Javier Muñoz by Dan Meyer

Mandy Gonzalez: From Stephen Schwartz to Lin-Manuel Miranda will take place October 26 at The Soraya in Northridge, California.

The Man Who Built Cloud Gate Dance Theatre Into An International Dynamo Prepares To Turn Over The Keys by Artsjournal1

Choreographer Lin Hwai-min, who founded the company in Taiwan in 1973 and led it to acclaim abroad and superstar status at home, is stepping down as artistic director at the end of this year…

Orange County Museum Of Art Breaks Ground On New Home by Artsjournal

OCMA’s new three-story, nearly 52,000-square-foot building will rise from a dirt lot next to the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts. The project…

Google Tells France It Won’t Pay Publishers For Search Listings And Will Change How It Shows Results by Artsjournal

The announcement pours cold water on publishers’ hopes of obtaining more money from the tech giant for displaying their content under the European Union’s new copyright regime, which Fra…

Has “Cancel Culture” Become A Culture Cancer? by Artsjournal

“Whatever you call it—public shaming, call-out culture, or cancellation—what’s happening now is in no way a new phenomenon. But what is new is the scale of it all. This isn’t just …

Of News Fake Or Emotional (Do We Understand The Difference?) by Artsjournal

“What we do is share content that gets people riled up. Research has found that the best predictor of sharing is strong emotions — both emotions like affection (think posts about cute ki…

Pianist Paul Badura-Skoda, 91 by Artsjournal

Until his death, Badura-Skoda had been among the last pupils of Edwin Fischer still performing. He was much respected, having played under the baton of Fischer’s friend and colleague Wilhe…

Review: A Spellbinding ‘Antigone,’ Both Timeless and Urgent by Laura Collins-Hughes

An easily legible production of the ancient Greek tragedy borrows from the tradition of Noh theater at the Park Avenue Armory.

White Light Festival 2019: En Masse by Lincoln Center

Listen Local First: The Sweater Set - Millennium Stage (February 11, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

LeeAnet Noble and Team Vicious - Millennium Stage (February 10, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

Shenzhen Lily Girls’ Choir - Millennium Stage (February 7, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

Beijing Opera, Acrobats and Chinese Traditional Music - Millennium Stage (February 8, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

Daniela Schächter - Millennium Stage (February 3, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

Duke Ellington School of the Arts Show Choir - Millennium Stage (February 2, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

Shenzhen Pop Music Show - Millennium Stage (February 5, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

Jamie McLean Band - Millennium Stage (February 4, 2016) by The Kennedy Center

Memorials for Mickey Daniels by Trav S.D.

Our Gang fans in the L.A. area: A friend writes to let everyone know that there is headstone laying ceremony for, and program about,  Mickey Daniels (1914-1970) on Friday. Here are the det…

Oakland Museum of California announces $85 million improvement plan by Ali Tadayon

The Oakland Museum of California, on its 50th anniversary, announced an $85 million plan to renovate and heighten its use as a public gathering place.

Go Inside Rehearsals for For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When The Rainbow is Enuf at the Public by Nathan Skethway

Ntozake Shange’s Obie-winning drama will begin performances Off-Broadway October 8.

Backstage at Ain't Too Proud with Jawan M. Jackson, Episode 5: Special Guests by Broadway.com

Ain't Too Proud star Jawan M. Jackson meets many special guests this week, including Melvin Franklin's daughter Davette English, Tevin Campbell and more!

Exclusive First Look! Joshua Henry Stars in the World Premiere Musical The Wrong Man by Andy Lefkowitz

Preview performances are underway for the world premiere musical The Wrong Man. In advance of the new tuner's October 7 opening night, MCC Theater has offered Broadway.com an exclusive firs…

Aneesa Folds and Chris Sullivan Want You to Participate in Freestyle Love Supreme by Caitlin Moynihan

Chris Sullivan and Aneesa Folds are currently in Freestyle Love Supreme, the improv freestyle rap troupe conceived by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thomas Kail and Anthony Veneziale. Although the show…

Antigone: Greek Tragedy Is Reflected Through Traditional Japanese Modes by Michael Sommers

★★★★ A Japanese company delivers an unusually immersive staging of a classical play The post Antigone: Greek Tragedy Is Reflected Through Traditional Japanese Modes appeared first on…

Theater Review: NEVER IS NOW (Skylight Theatre in Los Angeles) by Joan Alperin

NEVER TAKE FOR GRANTED THE PHRASE “NEVER AGAIN” Wendy Kout, the playwright of Never Is Now asks the question, “What happens when people from diverse backgrounds experience the firsthan…

Exclusive Photos! Go Backstage at Disney's Frozen as the Broadway Cast Prepares For a Performance

We're backstage with the company of Broadway's Frozen.

Ross Golan Musical The Wrong Man Extends Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The world premiere from MCC, directed by Thomas Kail, is now in previews.

CalArts Center for New Performance Announces Season by American Theatre Editors

The season will feature works from Brazil, Mexico, and Poland, among others.

Glass. Kill. Bluebeard. Imp., Royal Court review - still experimental after all these years by Aleks.sierz

Caryl Churchill's latest offering is wonderfully bright and incisively perceptive At the age of 81, Caryl Churchill, Britain's greatest living playwright, is still going strong. Her latest i…

The O'Neil Now Accepting Submissions for 2020 Playwrights Conference by Olivia Clement

The annual summer initiative behind such recent works as Slave Play and Endlings is looking for its next slate of un-produced plays.

Broadway Review: “Derren Brown – Secret” at the Cort Theatre by Joseph Verlezza

What can be said, is that Mr. Brown is an amazing showman and talented performer. Acts of prestidigitation have enthralled audiences throughout the ages but Mr. Brown has brought this form o…

Six Questions with “Three Tall Queens” Playwright Justin McDevitt

After a sold-out performance in August, the ladies are back for an encore of Three Tall Queens on October 7 at 9:30 PM at The Duplex Cabaret Theatre, starring Chandilier, Lauren Ordair and W…

Las Mujeres Del Mar by Steven Morris

The post Las Mujeres Del Mar appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

VIDEO: Ben Platt Reveals He'd Love to Play 'Evan' in a DEAR EVAN HANSEN Movie Adaptation

On November 19, 2017, Ben Platt said goodbye to Evan Hansen forever... or so we thought. In a recent interview with Sunday Today, the actor, who won a Tony Award for originating the role, �…

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD to Feature at New York Comic Con

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will be featured at this year's New York Comic Con from October 3 to 6, 2019 with a booth and panel.

Photo Flash: Get A First Look At ALMOST FAMOUS At The Old Globe

BroadwayWorld has a first look at the The Old Globe's world premiere musical Almost Famous, with book and lyrics by Academy Award winner and San Diego native Cameron Crowe (films Jerry M…

Christine Baranski and Cynthia Nixon Will Lead Julian Fellowes Drama THE GILDED AGE on HBO

HBO has found two leading ladies for its upcoming series from Julian Fellowes, The Gilded Age. Stage and screen stars Christine Baranski and Cynthia Nixon will play sisters Agnes van Rhijn a…

See Colin Donnell, Solea Pfeiffer, and More in the Almost Famous World Premiere by Mark Peikert

The new musical adaptation of the Cameron Crowe film opens at San Diego's Old Globe September 27.

Broadway Marquee Lights to Dim in Memory of Tony-Winning Actress Phyllis Newman by Andy Lefkowitz

The Broadway League has announced the dimming of many main-stem marquee lights in memory of Tony-winning actress Phyllis Newman, who died on September 15. To commemorate her life and work, t…

Jonathan Pryce, Eileen Atkins and More Celebrate The Height of the Storm on Opening Night by Broadway.com

Stars Jonathan Pryce and Eileen Atkins talk about bringing Florian Zeller's emotional play The Height of the Storm to Broadway on opening night.

Broadway.com #LiveaetFive with Aneesa Folds and Chris Sullivan of Freestyle Love Supreme by Broadway.com

Aneesa Folds and Chris Sullivan stop by Broadway.com HQ to chat about Freestyle Love Supreme with Paul Wontorek.

Tickets Are Now on Sale for A Soldier's Play Starring David Alan Grier & Blair Underwood by Broadway.com

Tickets are now on sale for the first Broadway staging of Charles Fuller's 1981 drama A Soldier's Play. Kenny Leon will direct the Roundabout Theatre Company production, slated to begin prev…

Chazz Palminteri & the Cast of A Bronx Tale Tour Explore the Hood Before Hitting the Road by Ryan Gilbert

On the corner of 187th and Belmont Avenue! Chazz Palminteri took the touring cast of his musical A Bronx Tale on a guided tour of the famed borough on September 19, visiting many of the shop…

Go Backstage and See Jonathan Freeman Become Aladdin Villain Jafar, His Evil Alter Ego for 28 Years by Broadway.com

Go behind-the-scenes and see how Jonathan Freeman, the original voice of Jafar, gets into character as the Disney villain in Aladdin on Broadway.

Mic Drop! Take a First Look at the Broadway Production of Freestyle Love Supreme by Broadway.com

Freestyle Love Supreme, the high-energy theatrical experience that combines improv humor, hip-hop and musical stylings, is playing at the Booth Theatre. Conceived by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thom…

Jelani Alladin, Sierra Boggess & More to Toast Disney on Broadway at 25th Anniversary Concert by Andy Lefkowitz

A star-studded lineup of performers will lend their voices to the songs of Disney on Broadway's hit musicals at the upcoming concert Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway. The …

Christine Baranski & Cynthia Nixon Will Play Sisters in Downton Abbey Mastermind's New HBO Drama The Gilded Age by Lindsey Sullivan

They have four Tony Awards and three Emmy Awards between the two of them, and now they will be playing sisters! According to TVLine, stage-and-screen greats Christine Baranski and Cynthia Ni…

Theatre World Awards Ceremony Sets June 2020 Date by Noah Mutterperl

The awards, honoring Broadway and Off-Broadway newcomers, gear up for the 76th annual ceremony.

Antigone Review: Greek Tragedy as Japanese Theater by Jonathan Mandell

Ethereal, stylized and visually stunning, Japanese director Satoshi Miyagi’s production of “Antigone,” at the Park Avenue Armory through October 6, fuses several theatrical traditions,…

2019 Broadway fall season preview of musicals: Which will be remembered by the Tony Awards? by Jeffrey Kare

A new Broadway season is gearing up, and there are currently three productions of musicals (all new) set to open this fall. Could we be seeing any of them contend at this year’s Tony Award…

Deaf West Spring Awakening Alum Sandra Mae Frank, More to Star in Spoken English-ASL Next To Normal by Dan Meyer

The Ground Floor Theatre and Deaf Austin Theatre co-production will begin in December.

Theater Gone Wrong: Jonathan Groff's Brain Snapped During Spring Awakening — and Never Went Back by TheaterMania

The real hitmaker behind Alan Menken’s ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ by Michael Riedel

“Little Shop of Horrors” may be the most adorably creepy — and enduring — musicals of all time. It opened in 1982 at the small WPA Theater in Chelsea, then moved to the Orpheum on Se…

2019 It Award Recipients by Innovative Theatre Foundation

Outstanding Revival of a Play Stupid Fucking Bird Stripped Scripts Outstanding Premiere Production of a Play Shinka Ren Gyo Soh Outstanding Production of a Musical Spring Awakenin…

Time For Peter Gelb To Step Down From The Met Opera by Artsjournal

Zoe Madonna: “It’s time for Gelb to go, and take the board with him. Time to bring in a team that wants to reclaim the beautiful living tradition of opera for the 21st century, this mess…

Congressional Fan Fiction — Slash Fiction, Really — Is Now A Thing by Artsjournal1

“Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) are nestled in one another’s arms, sweat glistening on their muscled chests. They kiss softly and tenderly. It’s the middle of the nigh…

Rita Moreno to Play Santa Monica's Broad Stage in November by Adam Hetrick

The West Side Story Oscar winner has moved up her concert appearance to accommodate filming for One Day at a Time.

Susan Egan, Beth Leavel, Jelani Alladin and More Among Initial Stars of Disney on Broadway Celebration

A star-studded lineup of Broadway's best will share the beloved songs of Disney on Broadway like never before at Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway on Monday, November 4, 201…

Review: A Doll’s House, Lyric Hammersmith by Jessica Handscomb

Review: A Doll's House, Lyric Hammersmith4.0starsHenrik Ibsen’s original 1879 play A Doll’s House centres on Nora, and her stifling relationship with her husband Torvald. In Tanika Gupta…

2020 Theatre World Awards Set for June 1

Save the Date! The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors, Dale Badway, President, has announced, today, the 76th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday eveni…

Photo Flash: First Look at FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME on Broadway!

FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME will begin previews on Friday, September 13 at the Booth Theatre, 222 W. 45th Street. For the first time on Broadway, this strictly limited engagement, produced by Tho…

Rock of Ages Celebrates 100 Performances Off-Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The 10th anniversary production celebrated the milestone September 25 at Kiehl's Since 1851- Hell's Kitchen.

The New Group Extends CYRANO Through December 22nd

Due to popular demand, The New Group has announced an extension for Cyrano, with Ritchie Coster, Josh A. Dawson, Peter Dinklage, Hillary Fisher, Josh Franklin, Christopher Gurr, Bla…

ABZUG-lute Truths #47 - Why Aren't We Voting for More Women? by Manhattan Theatre Club

How Soundpainting Came to ‘PoP Up’ in Fort Greene, Brooklyn by Leese Walker

"If we can inspire a sense of connection, wonder and whimsy in a fractured world, then I think we have done our job." The post How Soundpainting Came to ‘PoP Up’ in Fort Greene, Brooklyn…

Review: Elephant and Piggie’s “We are in a Play!” Shark-approved “gooood show” by Alan Katz

I’ll admit, I was a bit terrified to attend Elephant and Piggie’s “We are in a Play!” Mostly because my toddler, lovingly called the Shark, had lived up to her animal Patronus and di…

Tony Winners Christine Baranski and Cynthia Nixon to Star in HBO’s The Gilded Age by Ryan McPhee

The drama hails from Tony nominee and Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes.

Original Cast Members From Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, More Set for Disney on Broadway 25th Anniversary Special by Dan Meyer

The line-up for the November 4 benefit also includes Tony winners Beth Leavel and Whoopi Goldberg.

First Look at Freestyle Love Supreme on Broadway by Marc J. Franklin

The improvised hip-hop show from Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thomas Kail, and Anthony Veneziale will open at the Booth Theatre October 2.

This Week in LA Theatre by Julio Martinez

You're weekly calendar catch-up with Julio Martinez. The post This Week in LA Theatre appeared first on At This Stage.

Mike Birbiglia Will Turn THE NEW ONE Into a Book

Mike Birbiglia has already taken on Broadway, now he's turning his story into a book. The comedian will write a memoir version of The New One, the show that closed on Broadway in January, ac…

Exclusive: See Cast and Creatives of The Office! A Musical Parody Celebrate 1 Year Off-Broadway by Nathan Skethway

The show continues its run at Midtown's The Theater Center through January 2020.

BWW Exclusive: Ali Stroker Talks OKLAHOMA! in the New Series ABLE

BroadwayWorld has an exclusive video of Oklahoma! star Ali Stroker talking about what its like to play Ado Annie in a wheelchair in ABLE: a series!

Stars From All Disney Stage Productions Set For Benefit Concert; Whoopi Goldberg Joins One-Night Event by Greg Evans

Performers from across the spectrum of Disney’s stage productions will participate in a one-night benefit concert marking Disney’s 25th anniversary on Broadway and benefitting Broadway C…

Musical Cyrano, Starring Peter Dinklage and Jasmine Cephas Jones, Extends Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The Erica Schmidt adaptation will play an extra month at the Daryl Roth Theatre.

Fresh woes for producer of collapsed Shakespeare’s Rose Theatre as Hong Kong run of Matilda is cancelled by Giverny Masso

The producer behind the collapsed Shakespeare’s Rose Theatre has cancelled its planned run of musical Matilda in Hong Kong. Lunchbox Theatrical Productions

Staff Versus Board: Seattle’s Intiman Theatre On Verge Of Closing? by Artsjournal

At a contentious meeting Wednesday night, Intiman’s board of directors laid out a stark vision for the nearly 50-year-old arts organization, saying it was out of money and would probably h…

What Is This ‘Algorithmic Theater’ That New MacArthur Fellow Annie Dorsen Practices? by Artsjournal1

“Dorsen has an answer, or many answers, depending on how you break down her thoughts on the intersection of computer technology and theater. … Her inspiration came while reading a 1950 e…

The Troubling Symbiosis Between Museums And Their Rich Funders by Artsjournal

The contradiction between the lofty stated values of the museum and the predatory exploits of its patrons would be great fodder for satire if it were not so deeply disturbing. – The New Re…

Stanley M. Freehling, One Of Chicago’s Greatest Arts Philanthropists, Dead At 95 by Artsjournal1

“What was the crowning achievement of Stanley M. Freehling, the extraordinary philanthropist, fund-raiser and all-around arts agitator for the State of Illinois? Was it the saving of the G…

Ex-New York City Ballet Star Joaquín De Luz Takes The Reins At Spain’s Compañía Nacional De Danza by Artsjournal1

De Luz, who retired from NYCB last spring, has just begun a five-year term as artistic director at Spain’s national company, which came to international renown under the leadership of chor…

Utkarsh Ambudkar Finally Gets His Broadway Shot in ‘Freestyle Love Supreme’ by Jon Caramanica

The rapper and actor missed having a “Hamilton” moment with his longtime collaborators. But after getting sober and forging his own path, he’s ready to spit the truth.

New Queens Library As “Third Place” by Artsjournal

“With this project, Steven Holl ran with the idea that architecture could sculpt the experience of bringing together a community in a free-of-charge, 22,000-square-foot “third place,”�…

How chill can Broadway get? Lin-Manuel Miranda and company throw down some ‘Freestyle Love’ to find out. by Peter Marks

The hip-hop improv show has its official opening Oct. 2 at the Booth Theatre.

Shakespeare’s Globe Begins Writers-In-Residence Program To Create New Plays For Its Old-Style Stages by Artsjournal1

“The 12-month residency will mentor three writers each year, during which time they will create new work for the outdoor Globe Theatre and the candlelit Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, as well wo…

Hey, Tony Awards! It’s time to resurrect the Best Special Theatrical Event category by Sam Eckmann

I recently made my Broadway debut. No, I wasn’t offered to replace Reeve Carney in “Hadestown” (but thanks for asking). I was instead pulled on stage at the Cort Theatre by Derren Bro…

‘Remains a vital piece of theatre’: A TASTE OF HONEY – Touring ★★★ by Thom Dibdin

Some outstanding performances overcome a series of gimmicky directorial choices in the UK National Theatre’s touring production of A Taste of Honey at the King’s.

(A)loft Modulation Begins Off-Broadway September 26 by Olivia Clement

Jaymes Jorsling's jazz play, which brings back to life a vibrant 1950s NYC haunt, begins at A.R.T/New York Theaters.

Broadway’s ‘The Height of the Storm’ Is Enigmatic Gibberish by Rex Reed

The new Broadway season is officially in motion, and so far unofficially underwhelming.

Yaga is a hilarious, ambitious vehicle for great actors to strut their stuff by Karen Fricker - Theatre Critic

Kat Sandler’s newest has feminism, a meaty story and an excellent cast to bring it all to life.

Alexis Scheer’s Our Dear Dead Drug Lord Extends Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

The world premiere, directed by Whitney White, will play an additional week due to ticket demand.

Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Signature Theatre's Fires in the Mirror by Nathan Skethway

The Anna Deavere Smith play, performed by Michael Benjamin Washington, begins performances October 22.

FEATURED SHOW: Take a look at the ★★★★ reviews for Peter Hamilton’s Danelaw by Featured Content

"White hot", "astute" and "superbly intense" - critics and theatre fans have had their say on the new production of Peter Hamilton's darkly comic tale about a far-right group? Take a look at…

David Mitchell to star in Ben Elton’s Upstart Crow at Gielgud Theatre by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo David Mitchell is to star as William Shakespeare in Ben Elton's stage adaptation of the BBC comedy Upstart Crow at the Gielgud Theatre in February 2020. This post David Mitch…

Review: Call Me Fury, The Hope Theatre by Suzannah Ball

Review: Call Me Fury, The Hope Theatre 4.0stars Call Me Fury is angry, captivating and musically invigorating. It trails the stories of Salem, passing through the happenings of witch executi…

Review: The Permanent Way, The Vaults by Iris Pearson

Review: The Permanent Way, The Vaults4.0starsThe privatisation of the railways: how could this make for nearly two hours of exciting theatre? I’m sure I’m not the only one who wondered. …

#TBT: Broadway Playbill: Getting Away With Murder: March 1996 by JK

Being the devout Stephen Sondheim fan that I am, there was no way I was going to miss a play that he wrote. Add George Furth - his co-playwright and book writer of Company - and there was…

Celebrating George Gershwin on Broadway in the 21st Century by Marc J. Franklin

In honor of the seminal composer’s birthday, look back at the his work onstage in the 21st century.

Mothers by Joseph Pisano

The first act of Anna Moench's "Mothers" concludes with a genuine shock as the playwright startlingly upends all of our expectations. Visually punctuated by Wilson Chin's suddenly not-so-sta…

"When Broadway Called" feat. West Side Story by Angela Tricarico

Today on our blog, we welcome some of the ensemblists from West Side Story to Broadway and learn about their journeys to the Great White Way. Alexa De Barr (Jet Girl) Hometown: Lewes, DE …

Theater: “Laramie Project: Ten Years Later” by Kathy Janich

Theatrical Outfit’s impressive Our Town /The Laramie Project repertory closes Sunday, but... The post Theater: “Laramie Project: Ten Years Later” appeared first on ARTS ATL.

Review: Aurora’s “The Roommate” dances surely along line between drama, comedy by Kathy Janich

Over morning coffee in her Iowa home, a lonely divorcée confides to... The post Review: Aurora’s “The Roommate” dances surely along line between drama, comedy appeared first on ARTS A…

Review: “Woman and Scarecrow” at Arís Theatre walks on the dark side of Irish life by Jim Farmer

Themes such as death, remorse, jealousy and forgiveness run heavily through Arís... The post Review: “Woman and Scarecrow” at Arís Theatre walks on the dark side of Irish life appeared…

Bookfilter’s September Book of the Month by Michael Giltz For Broadway Direct

Every month, BookFilter picks the best new theater book, exclusively for Broadway Direct readers. Come From Away: Welcome to the Rock — An Inside Look at the Hit Musical Book, music, and l…

Sweet Charity, The King and I, and More Movie Musicals to Be Screened at Film Forum by Noah Mutterperl

Bob Fosse biographer Kevin Winkler will introduce the 4K restored showings of Sweet Charity in October.

See Javier Muñoz, Patrick Breen, Kara Young, and More in Off-Broadway's The New Englanders by Playbill Staff

Jeff Augustin's world premiere play officially opens October 2 in a Manhattan Theatre Club production.

8 Highlights From the New Hal Prince Exhibition at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts by Doug Reside

You have until March 31, 2020, to see the rest of the wild display of sets, costumes, annotated scripts, and not-to-be-believed correspondences from Prince’s body of Broadway work.

Eva Noblezada, Kelli O’Hara, and Phillipa Soo to Headline My Body My Business! Broadway Stands Up for Freedom Benefit Concert by Adam Hetrick

Montego Glover, Judy Kuhn, and Julia Murney will also take part in The Town Hall concert.

Broadway theaters to dim lights for Phyllis Newman by Caitlin Huston

Nine Broadway theaters will dim their lights Friday in memory of Phyllis Newman. Newman, an actor who was also the founder of a women’s health initiative for the Actors Fund of America, pa…

Upcoming N.Y.C. Auditions for Beetlejuice, Waitress, Come From Away, and More by Playbill Staff

Find your next job with these Equity calls for Broadway productions and shows across the country.

A Look Inside Opening Night for Off-Broadway Revival of Caesar and Cleopatra by Nathan Skethway

David Staller directs the Gingold Theatrical Group production of the George Bernard Shaw comedy, which opened September 24.

A Musical About Star Wars to Release Cast Recording by Olivia Clement

The Off-Broadway musical comedy announces an original cast album this fall.

Primary Stages to Honor Theresa Rebeck at 2019 Gala by Emily Selleck

Tony winners Rachel Chavkin, Katie Finneran, Julie White, and more will pay tribute to the playwright at the October event.

Comedian Mike Birbiglia Is Adapting His Solo Show The New One Into a Book by Ruthie Fierberg

The writer and star of Sleepwalk With Me and My Girlfriend’s Boyfriend adds to his repertoire with the upcoming memoir.

Lorraine Hansberry’s To Be Young, Gifted and Black Will Receive 50th Anniversary Reading at Circle in the Square by Adam Hetrick

Courtney Jamison will take part in the reading, celebrating the life and work of the A Raisin in the Sun playwright.

Caesar and Cleopatra *** by Barry Gordin

By: Bernard Carragher September 26, 2019: The Gingold Theatrical Group is presenting Bernard Shaw’s cool comedy of a very young Cleopatra (Teresa Avia Lim) and an elderly Julius Caesa…

Conor McPherson & Bob Dylan's Girl From the North Country Sets Initial Casting for Broadway Run by Andy Lefkowitz

The first round of casting is here for the Broadway transfer of the acclaimed Conor McPherson-Bob Dylan musical Girl From the North Country. The previously announced production, which played…

John Stamos & Graham Phillips Join ABC's Little Mermaid Live! by Andy Lefkowitz

A pair of talented stage alums have been added to the company of ABC's Little Mermaid Live! John Stamos will play Chef Louie while Graham Phillips will take on the role of Prince Eric in th…

Broadway Marquees Will Dim for Tony Winner Phyllis Newman by Adam Hetrick

The Tony Award-winning actor, lyricist, and women’s healthcare advocate passed away September 15 at age 86.

Why Director Rupert Goold Wanted Live Singing in ‘Judy’ by American Theatre Editors

Renée Zellweger does her own singing in the new Garland biopic, amplifying not only the film's authenticity but its poignancy as well.

‘Brilliantly melding differing styles’: OUTWITTING THE DEVIL – Amsterdam / HEARTBEAT OF HOME – Piccadilly Theatre by Ian Foster

A rare foray into the world of dance saw me catch the highly atmospheric Outwitting the Devil from the Akram Khan Company and Heartbeat of Home at the Piccadilly Theatre.

Exclusive: Mike Birbiglia is turning The New One into a hilarious new book by David Canfield

Mike Birbiglia’s The New One is staying fresh. The beloved comedian and best-selling author will publish a memoir about his experiences in fatherhood in 2020, based on his acclaimed stag…

Three reasons why NOT to start that show, project, or business.

I’m either the best person to write this blog . . . or the worst. Because, look, I have a lot of ideas . . . and I like to launch. 🙂 And while that has paid off for me more often than n…

Report: Cast Party for One-Man Show Very, Very Sad by Broadway Beat

The Broadway Beat. Philadelphia, PA - Following closing night of his one-man show Me Of A Hundred Names, local actor, playwright, and director Peter Washington celebrated with a cast party t…

A Look at the World Premiere Stage Production of The Man in the White Suit by Marc J. Franklin

Sean Foley’s adaption of the Ealing Studios comedy begins in London September 27.

Is The Violence And Sorrow Of The World Too Strong For Art? by Joe Patti

Somewhat apropos of the whole value of arts theme of my posts this week, novelist Michael Chabon had a letter titled “What’s the Point,” printed in The Paris Review announcing that he …

Read the Reviews for Mothers at Off-Broadway's Playwrights Realm by Dan Meyer

The world premiere from playwright Anna Moench follows a group of moms thrown into deadly circumstances.

Julie Atherton to star in The Green Fairy at Union Theatre by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Julie Atherton is to lead the cast of The Green Fairy to be presented at The Union Theatre from 30 October 2019. Book Now! This post Julie Atherton to star in The Green Fairy…

Broadway’s Bob Dylan Musical ‘Girl From The North Country’ Sets Cast; Mare Winningham, Others Reprise Roles by Greg Evans

The widely acclaimed (and very large) Off Broadway cast of The Public Theater’s Girl From The North Country will reprise their roles when the production begins its Broadway run in February…

Frances Fisher to Star in West Coast The Lion in the Winter by Olivia Clement

The Laguna Playhouse production will run this fall, co-starring Gregory Harrison as King Henry II.

I Interview Playwrights Part 1060: Stephanie Alison Walker by Adam Szymkowicz

Stephanie Alison Walker  Hometown:  Barrington, IL (suburb of Chicago)Current Town:  L.A. has been home for a total of 14 years (with 10 months spent on a remote island in the PNW and a y…

What Did Critics Think of Two Ladies in London, Starring Zoë Wanamaker and Zrinka Cvitešić? by Emily Selleck

Nancy Harris' tale of two presidential wives had its world premiere September 25.

‘Girl from the North Country’ announces Broadway casting by Caitlin Huston

“Girl from the North Country” will bring the majority of its off-Broadway cast to Broadway. The musical, set to a score of Bob Dylan songs, will feature Todd Almond, Jeannette Bayardel…

Blood Wedding review – bold and beautiful tale of doom by Arifa Akbar

Young Vic, LondonYaël Farber’s visceral production, relocating the action to rural Ireland, retains all the potency of Lorca’s play about tribal vengeance How to stage Lorca’s Blood W…

Easy Ways to Market Your High School Theatre Production  by Performerstuff

Easy Ways to Market Your High School Theatre Production Written by: Elizabeth Horton August 26th 2019 Marketing a show for Broadway seems so easy; put a billboard in Times Square and a…

Mare Winningham, Marc Kudisch, Jeannette Bayardelle, More to Reprise Roles in Bob Dylan Musical Girl From the North Country on Broadway by Ryan McPhee

The musical will begin performances in February 2020 at the Belasco Theatre.

Review: New ‘Macbeth’ at Cal Shakes both bloody and bland by Sam Hurwitt, Correspondent

Cal Shakes' "Macbeth" offers some aesthetic flourishes, but uneven acting and direction eventually sink the production.

Chasing Rainbows: The Road to Oz, Starring Ruby Rakos, Max von Essen, and Lesli Margherita, Begins Paper Mill Run by Adam Hetrick

The musical chronicles Judy Garland’s career as a Hollywood child star, incorporating some of her most beloved songs.

‘An Evening of Ballet Stars 2’ will deliver on big-name dancers by Calvin Wilson | Post-Dispatch Theater Critic

Dance St. Louis presents "An Evening of Ballet Stars 2."

Movie composer John Williams and Stéphane Denève will conduct SLSO for one show by Sarah Bryan Miller St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Stéphane Denève and John Williams will share the podium

St. Louis Jesuits, who influenced 40 years of Roman Catholic music, reunite for a final concert by Sarah Bryan Miller | Post-Dispatch Classical Music Critic

They met at St. Louis University, and made music for Vatican 2

Al Franken Is Returning To Talk Radio by Artsjournal1

Twelve years after he left the (now-defunct) liberal radio network Air America, just under two years since he resigned from the Senate over disputed #MeToo allegations, and two months after …

CEO Of Utah Symphony | Utah Opera Resigns by Artsjournal1

Paul Meecham is stepping down, effective next week. “During his three years with the [organization], Meecham worked to expand the Utah Symphony’s reach across the state, … spearheading…

Homecoming: Marina Abramović Has Her First Show In Serbia In 44 Years by Artsjournal1

“The artist’s return to Belgrade after nearly a half-century has been an event. … On Saturday, the day the show opened, her face was on the front page of nearly every national newspape…

Renée Zellweger on Her Judy-Fueled YouTube Spiral by Dan Meyer

The Oscar winner dropped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to discuss playing Judy Garland.

Educational Theatre Foundation Raises Over $155,000 at 2019 Broadway Back to School Gala by Logan Culwell-Block

The annual event supports theatre programs in underserved schools with a night of performances from Broadway stars.

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Emmy Winner Billy Porter to Direct Pose Episode in Season 3 by Dan Meyer

The star of stage and screen will go behind the camera Ryan Murphy series.

7 incredible ways to spend your Bay Area weekend, Sept. 27-29 by Randy McMullen, Jackie Burrell

Got your weekend plans yet? We have some nifty ideas, from marvelous music festivals to fine dining to fun spooky hangouts.

Celebrate 62 Years of West Side Story on Broadway With Rare Photos by Playbill Staff

The Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, and Arthur Laurents musical—directed and choreographed by Jerome Robbins—opened September 26, 1957.

Thespian Throwback: Dear Dad by Roger Hall

Why I’m in theatre The post Thespian Throwback: Dear Dad appeared first on Dramatics Magazine Online.

Oi Frog and Friends Uk Tour and West End by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo New family stage show Oi Frog and Friends! will make its West End debut at the Lyric Theatre London as part of the Oi Frog and Friends UK Tour. This post Oi Frog and Friends …

‘Hot in terms of its relevance’: DANELAW – Old Red Lion Theatre ★★★★ by Michael Davis

One might be forgiven for thinking that Danelaw would be unrelentingly bleak, but in truth the play is a satire and doesn’t avoid the more absurdist elements of storytelling.

Curating Freedom and Power for Women of Color in Leadership by Linda Parris-Bailey, Diane Rodriguez

By Linda Parris-Bailey, Diane Rodriguez. Linda Parris Bailey and Diane Rodriguez talk about their own leadership transitions and what’s next, gender, race, and economic barriers; documenti…

After 20 Years And An Asbestos Crisis, A Josef Albers Mural Greets Manhattan Commuters Again by Artsjournal1

“Hundreds of interlocking panels — black, white and Coca-Cola red all over — made up Josef Albers’s Manhattan, a mural in which geometry and meticulous precision met modernist vivaci…

Europe’s First Orchestra For Young People With Disabilities Is Making Its Debut by Artsjournal1

The Open Youth Orchestra of Ireland “is preparing for its inaugural performance, which will showcase adaptive instruments, virtual reality music and revolutionary ‘conductology’. (incl…

London Theatre News Today: Sneak peek at The Man In The White Suit, new Jamie photos & more… by Kitty Underwood

We've rounded up all the best London theatre news today for you! With a sneak peek at the first production shots of The Man In The White Suit and more... The post London Theatre News Today: …

Anansi The Spider review at Unicorn Theatre, London – ‘wonderfully imaginative’ by JN Benjamin

Anansi the Spider is perhaps the most famous character in Afro-Caribbean folklore. He’s loveable and wise, but he is also a mischief

Seattle’s Intiman Theatre once again in danger of closing by Brendan Kiley

Intiman's board of directors says the 47-year-old arts organization, which successfully wiped out roughly $2.7 million in debt, is now out of money and might have to close in October. But th…

Noah Preminger Group: ‘Zigsaw: Music Of Steve Lampert’ by Artsjournal1

Ever on the frontier of experimentation, the adventurous tenor saxophonist Noah Preminger is aided by the complexity of Steve Lampert’s composition Zigsaw. – Doug Ramsey

Glass. Kill. Bluebeard. Imp review: Caryl Churchill play is haunting and audacious by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Churchill's approach has her distinctively inspired stamp in its almost laconic outrageousness

Angela’s Ashes – The Musical review at Fairfield Halls, Croyden – ‘gorgeous vocals and superb staging’ by Paul Vale

Author Frank McCourt faced criticism about the accuracy of Angela’s Ashes, even from his own family. He later redefined the work as

The Intelligence Park review at Linbury Theatre, London – ‘wildly entertaining’ by George Hall

Gerald Barry’s first opera premiered in 1990 with a libretto by Vincent Deane, though not much has been heard of it since.

London’s Six announces Aimie Atkinson’s departure

The sad news has just been announced on this grey autumn day that Aimie Atkinson, who originated the role of Katherine Howard, will be leaving the Six musical in London. It has been almost …

RSC facing boycott threat from young people over BP sponsorship by Georgia Snow

Young people from across the country have threatened to boycott the Royal Shakespeare Company’s theatre productions over its continued sponsorship deal with

Tall Stories plans rehearsal and performance space at Islington Central Library in London by Giverny Masso

Children’s theatre company Tall Stories has submitted plans for a new facility in north London’s Islington Central Library, which will include a

REVIEW: Glass Kill Bluebeard Imp, Royal Court London ✭✭✭✭ by Paul T Davies

By Paul T Davies Paul T Davies reviews Caryl Churchill's Glass Kill Bluebeard Imp. now playing at the Royal Court Theatre, London. Book Now! This post REVIEW: Glass Kill Bluebeard Imp, Roya…

Hope Mill leaves private ownership to secure future with charity status by Matthew Hemley

Manchester’s Hope Mill Theatre is moving from private ownership to being operated by a registered charity, as the organisation seeks to secure

Kennedy Bloomer named new artistic director of London’s Hope Theatre by Matthew Hemley

Kennedy Bloomer has been appointed the next artistic director of fringe venue the Hope Theatre in north London. Bloomer is currently head

Political Plays for Political Times by Matt Wolf

From a member of Parliament in “Hansard” to the users of a threatened community center in “Faith, Hope and Charity,” London theaters are exploring how power works.

‘Slave Play’ welcomes and challenges its Broadway audience by Caitlin Huston

During the invited dress rehearsal for “Slave Play,” a giant mirror — now expanded to two stories for the Broadway stage — reflected an enthusiastic audience of young, diverse faces,…

On the Couch with Courtney Glass by Arts Review

Who is Courtney Glass? Courtney Glass is a Californian by birth, a New Yorker by 10 years experience and an Australian by marriage. I’m a story-teller, singer of songs, crazy rescue-dog mo…

Glass. Kill. Bluebeard’s Friends. Imp. review at the Royal Court, London – ‘extraordinary’ by David Benedict

Experimental art is usually synonymous with forbidding high seriousness. The outstanding exception to that is the consistently inventive yet audience-friendly theatre of

NEWS: Cast announced for the premiere of Claudio Macor’s Different From the Others by Featured Content

Casting has been announced for the world premiere of Claudio Macor's new play Different From the Others, which tells the story behind the first pro-gay film ever made and premieres 100 years…

Victorian Community History Award Shortlist Announced by Arts Review

The Victorian Government is ensuring our State’s proud history is not forgotten by acknowledging those who work to preserve it. This year, 42 community history publications and projects fr…

Olympia: Photographs by Polixeni Papapetrou by Arts Review

Olympia: Photographs by Polixeni Papapetrou is the first major museum retrospective of Australian photographer Polixeni Papapetrou (1961–2018). The exhibition comprises photographs of the …

Ben Elton's return to standup: 'I’m as scared as I get' by Brian Logan

Back on tour for the first time in 15 years, the trailblazing comedian has some scores to settle. How can he be a sellout, he asks, if he was never radical to begin with? They say you should…

Yeah baby he's got it! Bananarama, Pontins and the brutally funny dance-off by Lyndsey Winship

In 1987, Dan Watson’s dance routine failed to nab first prize from a panel of pesky bluecoats. He revisits this haunting childhood experience in his new comedy show, Venus Good art often c…

‘Engaging & atmospheric adaptation’: BLOOD WEDDING – Young Vic Theatre by Maryam Philpott

Marina Carr’s coherent vision for Blood Wedding delivers a production that is unforgiving, creating a portentous world in which notions of love and freedom will always be trampled by the s…

A View from the Bridge review at York Theatre Royal, York – ‘solid but unremarkable’ by Catherine Love

As the lights come up, a crate is lowered from above, like a shipment being unloaded in the Brooklyn docks. Beneath the

A pageant to foster Asian American female leaders by Carolyn Chen

A…

'You will leave the theatre with a big smile on your face': Abigayle Honeywill on starring in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

In Sasha Regan's upcoming revival of classic Broadway and Hollywood Golden Age musical Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, which runs at the Union Theatre from 2 to 26 October, Abigayle Honeywill foll…

Theater Review: TOP GIRLS (A.C.T. in San Francisco) by Tony Frankel

YOU’RE THE TOP, GIRLS For the most part, Joyce, a working class Englishwoman in Ipswich is not a sympathetic or likeable person: She is annoyed by her teenage daughter Angie (who admittedl…

Concert Review: Koyaanisqatsi Live! — Apocalypse Then … and Now by Erik Nikander

modern world out of control is more perceptive and chilling than ever. The post Concert Review: Koyaanisqatsi Live! — Apocalypse Then … and Now appeared first on The Arts Fuse.

Awakening by Terry Teachout

Three years ago this past April, my old friend John Sinclair and the Bach Festival Society Choir and Orchestra of Winter Park, Florida, gave the world premiere of my most recent collaboratio…

Milton’s marginalia by Terry Teachout

In today’s Wall Street Journal “Sightings” column I describe one of my favorite academic pursuits, a choice example of which has lately made it into the news. Here’s an excerpt. * …

Almanac: Maurice Baring on playing games by Terry Teachout

“After luncheon, we played prisoner’s base, and I at once realised that there is a vast difference between games and play. Play is played for fun, but games are deadly serious, and you d…

Industry welcomes fresh start on festival regulations by Arts Review

Music industry bodies have welcomed the disallowance of the NSW government’s rushed music festival regulations as an opportunity for a fresh start on ways to improve safety at music festiv…

A “BRASSY” ENCORE FOR THE MUSIC BOX THEATER by David Dow Bentley III

[All Photos by ThePeoplesCritic.com. Click any photo to enlarge] By David Dow Bentley III   “The People’s Critic” If The Music Box Theater was revisiting some familiar territory duri…

Writer, actor and comedian Richard Gadd: ‘I can’t imagine what it’d be like just doing one thing’ by Emily Jupp

Richard Gadd’s latest show Baby Reindeer won The Stage Edinburgh Award last month. Directed by Jon Brittain and produced by Francesca Moody,

RSC’s Erica Whyman: Time to drop the cliché that women only write ‘domestic’ plays by Erica Whyman

With only 26% of new, main-stage productions in 2018 written by women, is the problem that many still consider women’s plays ‘personal’

Richard Jordan: Cats was derided before its stage premiere, will the movie also confound the critics? by Richard Jordan

“No way, this is a total bomb.” “RIP to the dignity of real cats everywhere.” Those two remarks could have been taken from the

Anne Brinsden: Wearing Paper Dresses by Arts Review

Discover the world of a small homestead perched on the sunburnt farmland of northern Victoria. Meet Elise, whose urbane 1950s glamour is rudely transplanted to the pragmatic red soil of the …

SCENIC FANTASY by Joe Dziemianowicz

Fans of the TV series should be quite pleased with the plot-packed film they ve been given.

I’m No Dummy: A Great Doc About Ventriloquism by Trav S.D.

I originally posted this review in 2010. We re-post today in memory of Jimmy Nelson, who passed away yesterday at the age of 90.  Of all the odd phenomena anthropologists study – cargo cu…

October Preview: The Off Broadway Season Begins by Maxamoo

  Aurin, David, and Ben come together to talk about shows that’re coming up in the next few months.   Introductions (0:00) Halfway Bitches Go Straight to Heaven at Atlantic Theater Compa…

Photo Coverage: ROCK OF AGES Celebrates 100 Performances At New World Stages

The 10th Anniversary Production of ROCK OF AGES celebrates 100 performances at New World Stages!

Dance News: Host Justin Vivian Bond, Presenters & Performers Announced for 35th Annual Bessie Awards On October 14 by The Dance Enthusiast

Host Justin Vivian Bond, Presenters & Performers Announced for 35th Annual Bessie Awards On October 14, 2019. Monday, October 14, at 7:30pm, at NYU’s Skirball Center for the Performin…

What's Your Worst Parenting Nightmare? - How the new play 'Mothers' is challenging audiences -- and artists -- to rethink how we parent

How the new play Mothers is challenging audiences -- and artists -- to rethink how we parent---There aren't any flesh-and-blood children on stage in Mothers, Anna Moench's shattering new pla…

Dance News: Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company Receives $10,000 Grant From Rockefeller Brothers Fund by The Dance Enthusiast

Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company Receives $10,000 Grant From Rockefeller Brothers Fund.

What's happening in Pittsburgh this weekend: Sept. 26-29

It’s an art-filled weekend with the Gallery Crawl, Factory Installed and a concert by Thom Yorke.

Review: Take the next step in immersive theater with Bricolage's 'Project Amelia' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The event has been created in a sprawling South Side space, where your interactions with actors and technology decide the outcome.