Scare up some Halloween fun: Horrors, historical haunts, hayrides and more attractions by Valerie Schremp Hahn St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Like any proper zombie, Halloween returns this year — even if it’s staggering a bit.

Memoir of a Tired Carer

The post Memoir of a Tired Carer appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Lloyd Webber: Sunset Boulevard Symphonic Suite (Pt.3) by Alwvevo

Music video by Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Andrew Lloyd Webber Orchestra, Simon Lee performing Lloyd Webber: Sunset Boulevard Symphonic Suite (Pt.3). © 2021 The Really Useful Group, under excl…

DANCE NEWS: Call For Submission—DanceAfrica 45 at BAM “Homegrown: In the Spirit of Our Beginnings” by The Dance Enthusiast

DANCE NEWS: Call for Submission—DanceAfrica 45 at BAM “Homegrown: In the Spirit of Our Beginnings”

DANCE NEWS: Free Performances At The 2021 Porch Plays Festival at Snug Harbor by The Dance Enthusiast

DANCE NEWS: Free Performances At The 2021 Porch Plays Festival at Snug Harbor 

IMPRESSIONS: New York City Ballet at David H. Koch Theater/Lincoln Center – Fall 2021 Season by The Dance Enthusiast

In IMPRESSIONS: New York City Ballet at David H. Koch Theater/Lincoln Center – Fall 2021 Season, "Justin Peck’s Rotunda, from last year and to a commissioned score by Nico Muhly, at fir…

The Wedding Singer announces new Sydney opening dates and an encore Melbourne season

The post The Wedding Singer announces new Sydney opening dates and an encore Melbourne season appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Review Roundup: LACKAWANNA BLUES Opens on Broadway!

Manhattan Theatre Club's Broadway premiere of Ruben Santiago-Hudson's Lackawanna Blues, opens tonight at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Read all the reviews as they roll in!

Stagehands at the Kennedy Center OK a strike, days after Hollywood crews did the same by Elizabeth Blair

Stagehands at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. voted unanimously to strike if the performing arts center proceeds with cuts.

NIDA welcomes Rhoda Roberts AO as First Nations Consultant

The post NIDA welcomes Rhoda Roberts AO as First Nations Consultant appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Read the Reviews for Lackawanna Blues on Broadway by Talaura Harms

The Manhattan Theatre Club production of Ruben Santiago-Hudson's solo show opened October 7.

‘Lackawanna Blues’ Review: A Soulful Master Class in Storytelling by Maya Phillips

Ruben Santiago-Hudson brings his tender and vibrant autobiographical show to Broadway, honoring the woman who not only raised him but also kept a cast of misfits in line.

We Are As Gods review – big-time sensuality by Sanjoy Roy

Battersea Arts Centre, LondonSome 70 dancers reacquaint audiences with the BAC building in a sumptuous feast from James Cousins Company Though it features some 70 dancers, James Cousins’ W…

‘Lackawanna Blues’ Broadway Review: Ruben Santiago-Hudson Honors The Saints And Sinners Who Made Him by Greg Evans

Ruben Santiago-Hudson summons a world of ghosts, or at least as many as will fill a couple boarding houses and a lifetime of gratitude, in his affectionate Lackawanna Blues, the one-man auto…

Review: In ‘Lackawanna Blues,’ Ruben Santiago-Hudson revives his community by Charles Isherwood

All great blues songs have a timeless quality, so it’s entirely fitting that Ruben Santiago-Hudson’s solo show “Lackawanna Blues” still gleams like a newly minted coin some 20 years …

Lackawanna Blues: Ruben Santiago-Hudson Brillliantly Tour de Forcing by David Finkle

★★★★★ The actor-director lovingly revives a one-man work about his childhood and the woman who influenced it most The post Lackawanna Blues: Ruben Santiago-Hudson Brillliantly Tour…

LACKAWANNA BLUES: RUBEN SANTIAGO-HUDSON’S ACCLAIMED SOLO PLAY MAKES ITS BROADWAY DEBUT by Frank Scheck

★★★★☆ Previously adapted into an HBO film, the play returns to the form that suits it best, with its original writer/star. The post LACKAWANNA BLUES: RUBEN SANTIAGO-HUDSON’S ACC…

Review: You Won't Sing the Blues at Ruben Santiago-Hudson's Lackawanna

Lackawanna Blues makes its Broadway debut two decades after its off-Broadway premiere.

LACKAWANNA BLUES Canceled Tonight Due to Ruben Santiago-Hudson's Back Injury

Tony Award winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson returns to MTC for the Broadway debut of his brilliant solo play celebrating the strong, big-hearted woman who raised him: Miss Rachel.

Call for Auditions – The Phantom of the Opera on Sydney Harbour by Peter J Snee

Opera Australia is calling for Australia’s finest vocalists, actors and dancers to audition for its brand new production of The

National Tour of Tony-Winning Oklahoma! Announces Cast by Caitlin Moynihan

The national touring production of Tony-winning revival of Oklahoma! will begin performances at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota on November 9 before heading out on a 25-city …

Watch Frozen Stars From Around the World Sing 'Let It Go' by Lindsey Sullivan

For the first time in forever, curtains are coming back up on Frozen. Though the Broadway production announced its closing during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Disney musical has five product…

Nik Dodani and Ben Thompson to Join Jennifer Nettles in Waitress on Broadway by Caitlin Moynihan

Everything changes for Nik Dodani and Ben Thompson who are set to join the company of Waitress on Broadway beginning on October 19. Dodani will take over the role of Ogie from original cast …

Ruben Santiago-Hudson Reveals His Emotional Pre-Show Ritual for Lackawanna Blues by Lindsey Sullivan

Ruben Santiago-Hudson started previews for his solo show Lackawanna Blues on September 14, a historical night for Broadway as his play, Hamilton, Wicked, The Lion King and Chicago all resume…

Six the Musical *** by Barry Gordin

“Six is a Seven” By: Samuel L. Leiter October 7, 2021: The number of shows, films, and TV series inspired by the marital maelstroms of British monarchs is legion. For sheer numbers, …

James Whitcomb Riley: Vaudeville Poet by Trav S.D.

In his day, Hoosier poet James Whitcomb Riley (1849-1916) was known as “America’s Best Loved Poet”. Today, I fear that most English departments regard his work as primitive kitsch and …

Louis F. Gottschalk: The Royal Composer of Oz by Trav S.D.

Every person who aspires to write film scores should know the name Louis F. Gottschalk (1863-1934). He was the first guy to do it, at least the first to compose complete scores; prior to him…

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow review – butchered plotting, bloodless horror by Catherine Love

York Theatre RoyalA scrambled script and an over-reliance on dry ice leave this version of Sleepy Hollow tired and empty Outside Sleepy Hollow, a sign implores visitors: “Don’t pass by. …

A first look at photos from PEFORMANCE, RankinLIVE x West End Theatre by Kitty Underwood

Exclusive: first photos from ‘PEFORMANCE, RankinLIVE x West End Theatre’, produced in partnership with the Mayor of London and the Society of London Theatre The post A first look at pho…

‘The Mirror and the Light’ Review: The Climax of Hilary Mantel’s Historical Trilogy by Gordon Cox

The all-powerful family firm has assets aplenty, but its troubled future is being massively fought over with everyone plotting over the next generation. No, not the upcoming third season of …

City Ballet Promotes Dancers Amid Veteran Departures by Julia Jacobs

Unity Phelan and Indiana Woodward will become principal dancers, helping to fill a gap left by an unusually high number of retirements.

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Announces In-Person Rush Policy

To Kill a Mockingbird today announced an in-person rush policy after returning to Broadway on Tuesday, October 5. To Kill a Mockingbird stars Jeff Daniels, as he reprises his originating …

Drama at the theater: ‘Mamma Mia!’ opening night canceled as stagehands strike by Julia Taliesin

Stagehands at North Shore Music Theatre are back to work Thursday night after the theater owner agreed to come back to the table. The post Drama at the theater: ‘Mamma Mia!’ opening nigh…

Special Episode: Julia Blauvelt, Jack Canfora on Finding the Humanity in Accounting via ‘F.I.R.E.’ by Matt Tamanini

On this episode, Matt chats with playwright Julia Blauvelt and the artistic director for the New Normal Rep Jack Canfora. Jack’s company is currently wrapping up its first all virtual seas…

Krapp's Last Tape trailer by The Old Globe

The Old Globe presents its digital sharing of Nobel laureate Samuel Beckett’s (Waiting for Godot) 1958 short play Krapp’s Last Tape, as part of the Globe’s What Is Theatre Now? initiat…

Albert Einstein and Marian Anderson were good friends. But a new play at Ford’s Theatre only scratches the surface. by Peter Marks

Deborah Brevoort’s “My Lord, What a Night” restarts a hallowed D.C. institution, while at Woolly Mammoth, “Teenage Dick” reimagines Shakespeare.

Philly’s Protect the Artist protestors take their demands to the Walnut’s opening night by Wendy Rosenfield

After a summer of protest and invitations to dialogue that went ignored by the Walnut Street Theatre, Protect the Artist organizers took their message to the Walnut’s 2021 opening night. W…

VIDEO: Justin Guarini Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!

Watch as Richard Ridge chats with Broadway favorite Justin Guarini, who will soon join Seth Rudetsky for Seth's Concert Series, airing Sunday, October 10 at 8pm ET. 

In the News: Ali Ewoldt Will Lead New Musical at Utah Shakespeare Festival, Bianca Marroquín Returns to The Green Room 42 by Talaura Harms

Plus: The Resident Acting Company will return to live staged readings of classic texts this fall.

#ABTFALL21 Spotlight | Lauren Lovette's LA FOLLIA VARIATIONS by American Ballet Theatre

A bold and colorful program with works by Lang and Lovette nodding to the vibrancy of New York City, while Tudor’s masterwork brings drama. Join us for our Fall Season, October 20-31 at t…

#ABTFALL21 Spotlight | Jessica Lang's World Premiere ZIGZAG by American Ballet Theatre

ZIGZAG celebrates the legendary career of Tony Bennett, using both his songs and his visual artwork to highlight the authentic humanity of his vocal performances. Join us for our Fa…

Watch Indigenous hip-hop artist & producer QUESE IMC create sweat a lodge for #IndigenousPeoplesDay by Lincoln Center

In recognition of #IndigenousPeoplesDay, join QUESE IMC—Indigenous hip-hop artist and producer—as he creates a sweat lodge at his home in Oklahoma and discusses the spirituality of the P…

Off-Broadway Review: New York Theatre Workshop’s “Sanctuary City” at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (Through Sunday October 10, 2021) by David Roberts

Since the controversy started about the destiny of so called “dreamers” and immigration moved to the forefront of the political spectrum, theatre has become a formidable platform, reveal…

Kennedy Center Stagehands Vote to Strike by Andrew Gans

Members of IATSE Local 22 have been in discussions with the D.C. performing arts venue for more than a year.

Kennedy Center Stagehands Vote to Authorize Strike by Andrew Gans

Members of IATSE Local 22 have been in discussions with the D.C. performing arts venue for more than a year.

Nik Dodani and Ben Thompson to Join the Cast of WAITRESS Alongside Jennifer Nettles

The producers of Broadway’s Waitress announced today that on Tuesday October 19, Nik Dodani will take over the role of Ogie and Ben Thompson will step into Earl’s shoes. They join…

The Future Requires Faith: A Conversation on Trust, Transparency, and Transformation by Rika Iino, Marc Bamuthi Joseph

By Rika Iino, Marc Bamuthi Joseph. Rika Iino and Marc Bamuthi Joseph talk about the way trust and transparency have shown up in their work, both individually and as a duo, and how theatre pr…

Nik Dodani, Ben Thompson to join Broadway cast of ‘Waitress’ by Caitlin Huston

Nik Dodani will take over the role of Ogie in “Waitress” on Broadway.  Dodani, who recently appeared as Jared in the “Dear Evan Hansen” film, will make his Broadway debut in the rol…

‘Oklahoma!’ North American Tour Cast Announced by Matthew Herzog

Producer Eva Price announced complete casting today for the critically-acclaimed, Tony  Award-winning production of Rogers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!. The highly anticipated North  Am…

‘Romy and Michele: The Musical’ Continues Developmental Process by Matthew Wexler

A musical adaptation of the beloved 90s comedy is in the works with a new cast following the Seattle production from 2017. The post ‘Romy and Michele: The Musical’ Continues Developmenta…

CAROLINE, OR CHANGE Begins Previews on Broadway Tomorrow, October 8

Roundabout Theatre Company will present the new Broadway production of the Tony Award nominated and Olivier Award-winning musical Caroline, or Change, which begins previews tomorrow, Octo…

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

From a warning against home-grown fascism to an R&H revisal, from WOW Café to slam poetry.

Nik Dodani and Ben Thompson to Join Jennifer Nettles in Broadway’s Waitress by Ryan McPhee

The Sara Bareilles musical is now playing the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.

New Voices Series in CT Reads Plays By Jeff Talbott, Kenneth Jones, Kevin Renn, Laura Darrell, Joe Landry by Kenneth Jones

Music Theatre of Connecticut launches New Voices — a non-musical pilot program that gives a spotlight to five contemporary plays by living authors in staged readings — Oct. 11 with Jeff …

A Look at One Actor’s Journey Back to Moulin Rouge!, From Rehearsal to Reopening by Marc J. Franklin

Actor and photographer Benjamin Rivera gave Playbill an exclusive view inside his experience returning to the Tony Award-winning musical after 18 months of the Broadway shutdown.

Kennedy Center IATSE Local 22 Members Vote To Potentially Strike

After 16 months of negotiations, stagehands at Washington's John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts unanimously voted to strike today, in response to plans by the performing arts cent…

Ep. #82 after school snacks at Magic Kingdom! Jared surprises Georgia with rides and snacks and fun by Framily Travel

‘Beautiful’ North American Tour Cast Announced by Matthew Herzog

Producers Paul Blake and Sony/ATV Music Publishing have announced the cast for the North American tour of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning hit musical Beautiful- The Carole King Musical.…

Sasha Hutchings, Sean Grandillo, Sis & More to Star in the OKLAHOMA! National Tour

The cast of the national tour of Oklahoma! has been announced! The cast will feature Sasha Hutchings as Laurey Williams, Sean Grandillo as Curly McLain, Christopher Bannow as Jud Fry, Sis a…

Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell review – raise a glass to this dazzling dance by Lyndsey Winship

Sadler’s Wells, LondonA zany array of characters gather in a 1930s pub for a poignant, chilling and understated portrait of love, lust and longing The Midnight Bell is Matthew Bourne’s b…

Kennedy Center Union Authorizes Strike Over Pay Cuts & Staffing, Setting Stage For ‘Hadestown’ Pickets by Greg Evans

With the Tony-winning Hadestown set to make its Washington D.C. debut at the Kennedy Center next week, stagehands at the celebrated venue have authorized a strike vote over what it calls “…

Dark Revival of Rogers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma! to Begin Tour in Minneapolis

Full casting has been announced for the touring production of Daniel Fish's Tony-winning revival.

Sasha Hutchings, Sean Grandillo, Sis, More to Star in Oklahoma! National Tour by Ryan McPhee

The traveling production of the Tony-winning revival begins in November.

Björk to bring first theatrical show to San Francisco by Aidin Vaziri

Björk will bring her first theatrical production, "Cornucopia," to the Chase Center in San Francisco next year.

WATCH: Off Book Talks PASS OVER with Namir Smallwood & Jon Michael Hill by Broadway Black

Sponsored by REALEMN Productions, In this special edition of Off Book: The Black Theatre Podcast your host, Drew Shade, sits down with leading men, Jon Michael Hill & Namir Smallwood of …

HADESTOWN NEWS! by Corine Cohen

      “HADESTOWN” THE TONY AWARD®-WINNING BEST NEW MUSICAL ANNOUNCES LANA GORDON TO BE PERSEPHONE ALTERNATE ON BROADWAY AT THE WALTER KERR THEATRE New York, NY (October 6, 2021) – …

Donate to the Sick Children's Trust to Win a Call From Stage Legend Michael Crawford

The Sick Children's Trust is giving one lucky fan a chance to chat with Michael Crawford!

Photos: Go Inside the First Rehearsal For HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD's Broadway Return

Performances for the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will begin at the Lyric Theatre in New York on November 12, 2021. The world’s most award-winning new play ret…

From a Contemporary Drama Festival, Tales of Art and Survival by A.J. Goldmann

At Berlin’s FIND festival of new international drama, some plays tackle big themes while others reject being useful.

INTERVIEW WITH “OCTOBER STORM” PLAYWRIGHT JOSHUA ALLEN by Sandi Durell

By Ron Fassler . . . Playwright Joshua Allen is bringing a bit of his native Chicago to Westchester this weekend, when his new play The October Storm opens at the Hudson Stage Company. Known…

Director Jerry Zaks Is Bringing Laughs Back to Broadway After 18-Month Shutdown Due to the Pandemic by Gordon Cox

Eighteen months after theaters around the country shut down, Jerry Zaks is back doing exactly what he was the moment things went dark: rehearsing his next big Broadway comedy. One of the ind…

The Flea Announces New Resident Company and a Focus on Black and Queer Artists by Sarah Bahr

The Off Off Broadway theater, which ended programs for emerging artists in December, will return next year with a model that centers the work of underrepresented artists.

‘By Her Hand’ exhibit at The Wadsworth glorifies Italy’s women artists from the 16th to 18th centuries by Christopher Arnott

“By Her Hand: Artemisia Gentileschi and Women Artists in Itay 1500-1800,” at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art through Jan. 9, brings together around 60 artworks drawn from around 30…

Watch 5 Annas and Elsas 'Let It Go' in the Frozen Around the World Video by Talaura Harms

Stars from the North American tour, London’s West End, Germany, Australia, and Japan productions appear in the video.

BWW's Guide to Where to Stream Broadway & Theatre Favorites this October

From new releases to the return of some classics, this month's list of releases includes a Rita Moreno documentary, an album of new symphonic suits from Andrew Lloyd Webber, and new addition…

A Year After Artist Exodus, ‘The Fled’ Return to The Flea by Ryan McPhee

The beleaguered New York City theatre unveils a new board of directors, diversity initiatives, and a residency for the cohort that called for change.

Goodspeed makes a grand, intimate return with ‘A Grand Night for Singing’ by Christopher Arnott

"A Grand Night for Singing" is the first live show at the Goodspeed Opera House since COVID. It's a relatively low-key revue of Rodgers & Hammerstein songs, given conceptual twists by a …

Celebrate Over 35 Years of Jellicle Cats on Broadway by Playbill Staff

The original production opened at the Winter Garden October 7, 1982.

VIDEO: Watch Casts of FROZEN Come Together for 'Let It Go (Around the World Version)'

Watch Frozen cast members from four continents join together for the international version of ‘Let It Go’, featuring Annas and Elsas from the North American Tour, London’s West End, Ge…

Freestyle Love Supreme Returns to Broadway With Rhyme and Reason by Caitlin Moynihan

Mic drop! Freestyle Love Supreme, the high-energy show that blends hip-hop, improvisational theater, music and vocal stylings, begins its limited Broadway return on October 7 at the Booth Th…

Sara Sheperd to Lead Beautiful: The Carole King Musical on Tour by Lindsey Sullivan

Happy days are here again! The North American tour of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical will return on November 2 in Chicago. The tour will have been off the road for 600 days due to the CO…

Broadway Cast of Six Performs "No Way" on The View

Catherine of Aragon has her say on the daytime talk show.

Peppermint Will Host ACLU and NYCLU's 19th Annual SING OUT FOR FREEDOM

Directed by NYCLU Artist Ambassador Jess McLeod (Hamilton in Chicago) and hosted by ACLU Ambassador Peppermint, this event will spotlight the ACLU and NYCLU's landmark victories over the las…

Two (more) things about the Tony Awards. by Ken Davenport

I’m still thinking about the Tony Awards. I can’t help it. It was such a unique year.  And so many things were tried that never would have been tried in an “ordinary” year.   The …

‘Heartfelt and sincere’: A NEW LIFE (A MINI MUSICAL) — Traverse by Thom Dibdin

A New Life (A Mini Musical) at the Traverse every lunchtime this week is certainly not ‘mini’ in its emotional scope or its ambition.

Stephen Schwartz on the stories behind his most famous songs by Kitty Underwood

We sat down with Stephen Schwarz for our new Behind the Music series and talked about the moments behind some of his most favourite songs. The post Stephen Schwartz on the stories behind his…

Tariq Trotter, Brandon Victor Dixon, Jennifer Damiano to Star in New Musical Black No More

Trotter and John Ridley's new show will run at the New Group.

Original Beautiful Cast Members Sara Sheperd and Sara King to Lead Tour

Complete casting has been announced for the North American tour of the Carole King musical.

Lincoln Center’s free ‘Passport to the Arts’ offers virtual and in-person events for people of all ages with disabilities by Deb Miller

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts’ annual Passport to the Arts returns for its Fall 2021 season, running October 16-December 19, with free classes, performances, and custom-designed e…

Sara Sheperd Will Lead the Tour of BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL; Full Casting Announced!

The North American tour of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning hit musical Beautiful- The Carole King Musical will welcome Sara Sheperd (Carole King), James D. Gish (Gerry Goffin), Sara King (…

TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Announces Digital Ticket Lottery

Powered by Broadway Direct, TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL's digital lottery will open at 9AM the day before the performance and closed at 3PM the day before the performance. Winners will …

Peppermint Will Host ACLU and NYCLU's Sing Out for Freedom Concert, Honoring Broadway for Racial Justice by Talaura Harms

The annual benefit is set for November 22.

This Week's New Job Listings on BWW - 10/7/2021

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 10/7/2021 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

AGE OF ANTIGONE: SOPHOCLES’S ARRESTING TALE OF THE DEBT WE OWE THE DEAD by Robert Shuman

(Michael Billington’s article appeared in the Guardian, 10/4; In fatal thrall … Christopher Eccleston as Creon and Jodie Whittaker as Antigone in the National theatre’s 2012 production…

First Person: Andrea Levy's husband recalls her path toward becoming a novelist by Bill Mayblin

A look back at the road to renown paved by the author of 'The Long Song' The opening sentence of Andrea’s 2010 historical novel The Long Song is in the voice of Thomas Kinsman, who is int…

Njambi McGrath: Accidental Coconut review – a fresh take on colonialism by Brian Logan

Soho theatre, LondonMcGrath is smart and sardonic about the after-effects of British imperialism in Africa – even if she’s just skimming the surface The Berlin Conference of 1884, the le…

The Mirror and the Light, Gielgud Theatre review - nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition by Ismene Brown

**THE MIRROR AND THE LIGHT Mantel self-adapts, and eviscerates, her novel on stage Third time round, Hilary Mantel self-adapts, and eviscerates, her novel on stage The first two stage adapta…

Cast Set for Return of Beautiful—The Carole King Musical National Tour by Andrew Gans

The production, put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will reopen in Chicago.

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, October 7, 2021 by Susan Grace

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"Let It Go" Around the World Version (Official Music Video) by Disney On Broadway

For the first time in forever, FROZEN cast members from four continents join together for a truly inspirational version of ‘Let It Go’. This new video features the Annas and Elsas from 5…

Hello, Gorgeous! See Beanie Feldstein in the First TV Commercial for Funny Girl

Feldstein takes on the role of Fanny Brice in the first-ever Broadway revival of the classic musical.

Six Review. Wronged Queens in a Broadway Musical of Sonic Wave Feminism by New York Theater

“Divorced. Beheaded. Died. Divorced. Beheaded. Survived.” The first six words of “Six” sum up the fate of each of King Henry VIII’s six wives. The first six minutes of “Six” (t…

Ruthie Henshall Will Star in Re-Imagined Passion at U.K.'s Hope Mill Theatre by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine musical will begin performances in May 2022.

SIX the Musical by Sandi Durell

by Carol Rocamora . . . “Divorced, beheaded, died (ba-dum-dum) Divorced, beheaded, survived (bah-dum-dum)” You recognize that couplet – of course you do.  You learned it long ago in y…

Review: A brisk ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ marks the return of Broadway at the Paramount by Gemma Alexander

"Jesus Christ Superstar" marks the first Broadway at the Paramount show in more than 19 months. Here's what our reviewer thought of the show, which runs through Oct. 10.

Funny Girl Broadway Casting by Sandi Durell

Ramin Karimloo and Jane Lynch will star in the Broadway revival of “Funny Girl” alongside Beanie Feldstein.  Karimloo, who has previously appeared in “Les Misérables” and “Anasta…

The Legacy of Lyle Tuttle by Trav S.D.

While Lyle Tuttle (1931-2019) could easily have exhibited himself in sideshows, he did not. He was a guy who made many sideshow artists possible. Tuttle himself sported a full tattoo “body…

Metamorphoses, Sam Wanamaker Playhouse review - punchy, cleverly reworked classic by Rachel Halliburton

Any figure in Roman mythology today would be at the pointy end of cancel culture Ovid was exiled – or to put it in twenty-first century terms, ‘no-platformed’ – by an indignant Emper…

Cuando Suena el Mariachi: A Review of “American Mariachi” at the Goodman Theatre by Brian Hieggelke

"American Mariachi" is ninety minutes of musical joy. 

Today on Broadway: Thursday, October 7, 2021 by Ashley Steves

“Funny Girl” Casting Additions, “Black No More” Sets 2022 Dates, New Musical By Burt Bacharach and Steven Sater “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hit…

Bach Is Raking It In On Spotify by Joe Patti

h/t to Alex Tabarrok who posted about a Classicfm.com story on how much money classical music composers would make from Spotify streams of their music. Using the estimate figure of $0.0037 (…

Meet One Of Musical Theater’s Record Breaking Titans: ‘Come From Away’ Music Director, Wendy Cavett by Jeryl Brunner

Wendy Cavett made history as the first female conductor of Hamilton on Broadway.

Outdoor theater makes Mission District heroes, history real in the actual streets by Jessica Flores

"History Matters in the Mission" pays homage to artists and activists who helped create the culture of San Francisco's modern-day Mission District.

Metamorphoses review – riotous night of vice, profanity and shocks by Kate Wyver

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, LondonAncient Greek myths are retold with stripped-back simplicity and no little bloodshed in a hugely enjoyable show “Welcome in,” calls Irfan Shamji as latecom…

Color Of Impressed: Matters Of The Heart Are Never Just Skin Deep In “The Chance Theater’s” Heart-Wrenching Orange County Premiere Of “Yellowm by Leo Buck

Questions that linger long beyond the house lights coming up prove the power the story and characters have had on us...such is the strength of Ms. Orlandersmith’s storytelling, and Ms. Hil…

The Choir Of Man | 2021 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

Known across the globe as “the ultimate-feel good show,” The Choir of Man offers up one hour of indisputable joy for all ages! It’s a party. It’s a concert. It’s the best lock-in …

ShentonSTAGE Daily for Thursday October 7 by Mark Shenton

... Read More The post ShentonSTAGE Daily for Thursday October 7 first appeared on Shenton Stage.

For Sutton Foster, Crochet Is a Survival Tactic by Elisabeth Egan

In her new book, “Hooked,” the Broadway and “Younger” actor opens up about how she collaged and cross-stitched her way out of anxiety and loss.

LINK Dance Company presents Plan B by Aussie Theatre

WAAPA has literally come up with a ‘Plan B’ for its upcoming October dance season. The original programming, built around

Over 300 Applications Received to Perform in Sharm El-Sheikh Int’l Theatre Festival for Youth by Ahram Online

The management of the Sharm El-Sheikh International Theatre Festival for Youth (SITFY) revealed that it has received 302 performances from local, regional, and international troupes willing …

The Road Back: ‘How Am I Ever Going to Dance Again?’ by Gia Kourlas and Sabrina Santiago

We talked to three New York City Ballet dancers — Megan Fairchild, Jovani Furlan and India Bradley — in the months leading up to their return to the stage.

Sidney Myer Creative Fellowships recognises nine extraordinary artists

The post Sidney Myer Creative Fellowships recognises nine extraordinary artists appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Australian Theatre makers call “Go” on new stage managers association by Aussie Theatre

On 10th October 2021, a date recognised as International Stage Management Day, a group of professional theatre practitioners across Australia

THE WOMAN IN BLACK to reopen at the Ensemble Theatre by Aussie Theatre

THE WOMAN IN BLACK, a play by Susan Hill and Stephen Mallatratt will reopen at Ensemble Theatre on October 30.

The Wharf Revue team open A CAN OF WORMS by Aussie Theatre

The much-loved Wharf Revue returns in its new annual iteration titled CAN OF WORMS, playing at The Seymour Centre from

BroadwayCon 2021: Stepping In Broadway Replacements by Broadwaycon

What does it take for an actor to take on a role mid-run? What does that first full-cast rehearsal feel like? How do you make a character your own? We’ll examine the unique joys and challe…

Regional Arts NSW Farewells Long-time CEO, Elizabeth Rogers by Aussie Theatre

This Friday, 8th October 2021, after 15 years at the helm of Regional Arts NSW (RANSW), CEO Elizabeth Rogers will

ROMY AND MICHELE: THE MUSICAL announces developmental workshop in New York by Aussie Theatre

Pop culture’s most quirky and quotable best friends are back, and this time they’re bringing their misadventures to the stage!

Live Chat with Ryah Nixon (NCT’s 9 to 5) by Lauren Van Hemert

Hear what Ryah Nixon has to say about reprising her role as Doralee in the North Carolina Theatre production of 9 to 5. The post Live Chat with Ryah Nixon (NCT’s 9 to 5) appeared first on …

Opera Australia launches premiere-filled 2022 Melbourne season

The post Opera Australia launches premiere-filled 2022 Melbourne season appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Diana: The Musical ** by Barry Gordin

By: David Sheward October 6, 2021: The disappointing Diana—The Musical occupies an awkward position—not entertaining enough to be a guilty pleasure and not bad enough to be a campy ho…

Ruben Santiago-Hudson’s Solo Show Lackawanna Blues Opens on Broadway October 7 by Talaura Harms

The Manhattan Theatre Club production features live music performed by Grammy-nominated blues guitarist Junior Mack.

Haunted House Actor So Committed, So Focused, Fully in Control of- Oh, It’s an Animatronic Skeleton by Broadway Beat

by Ned Arnold. @theonlyned. QUEENS, NY — A star was born today at Terry’s Chopped off Head Haunted House It’s not often that we are as...

Hip-Hop Improv Show Freestyle Love Supreme Returns to Broadway October 7 by Talaura Harms

The Special Tony Award-honored group will play a limited engagement at the Booth Theatre through January 2, 2022.

Donmar Warehouse Reopens October 7 With Love and Other Acts of Violence by Dan Meyer

The London venue returns with the play by Cordelia Lynn.

Watch a Sneak Peek of The Broadway Set Miniatures of Henry Lee Exhibit at The New York Public Library by Roberto Araujo

The exhibit features six models of popular Broadway sets, re-created with LEGO bricks.