One Second (dir. Yimou Zhang): Philadelphia Film Festival review by Dan Scully

Every year I try to see a movie, picked at random, for which I have no information. A total blind date with a film. Sometimes… The post One Second (dir. Yimou Zhang): Philadelphia Film Fe…

The Magician's Elephant, Royal Shakespeare Theatre review - family musical doesn't fully deliver by Gary Naylor

★★★ THE MAGICIAN'S ELEPHANT, ROYAL SHAKESPEARE THEATRE A musical about trust and hope, and an unexpected elephant An elephant awakens an emotionally shattered town Trigger warnings h…

Odds & Ends: Hear Samantha Barks' Rendition of 'Heart of Stone' from Six by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you might have missed recently. Samantha Barks Announces Album Samantha Barks, who is starring in the London production of Frozen as Elsa, just released…

Tony Winner Kristin Chenoweth & Josh Bryant Are Engaged by Lindsey Sullivan

Congratulotions are in order! Kristin Chenoweth and guitarist Josh Bryant have announced they are engaged. The Tony winner shared the news on social media on October 29. Guess you’re stu…

Dad and daughter wing it in ‘Birds of North America’ at Mosaic by Jane Franklin

Climate change, human choices, and the desire to find understanding color this compelling and unique narrative.

Jesus Christ Superstar | First Memory by Broadwaysf

Find out the cast's history with the iconic musical phenomenon. JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is now playing at the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco through November 7 only. For more informat…

Yan Pascal Tortelier on conducting: ‘Art and beauty enlighten, elevate and open unexpected doors’ by Olivia Hampton

He returns to the National Symphony Orchestra’s podium for the first time in nearly three decades.

Brecht on Brecht review. An artist defying the darkness, by a company defying expectations. by New York Theaterh

In “Brecht on Brecht,” TBTB  presents a fascinating collage – more like a barrage – of the poems, stories, songs, plays, parables and sayings by the prolific and consequential Germ…

Go Inside Opening Night of CAROLINE, OR CHANGE on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

Our opening night coverage is brought to you by 1-800 Flowers. After 18 years, Caroline Thibodeaux is back on Broadway. Caroline, or Change, the beloved musical by Tony Kushner and Jeanine …

ArtsLink Assembly 2021: Future Fellows

By . Building on last year’s theme of resilience and community engagement, ArtsLink Assembly 2021 focuses on the artists and arts leaders, the Future Fellows, creating new networks and str…

Voices Carey by Trav S.D.

Just a real quick post on an entertaining father-daughter combo I learned about recently. The dad MacDonald Carey (1913-1994) was someone I knew about throughout my childhood — he played D…

Watch the Radio City Rockettes Rehearse for Return of Christmas Spectacular by Andrew Gans

The annual holiday extravaganza was canceled in 2020 due to the pandemic.

Brecht on Brecht by Darryl Reilly

Director Nicholas Viselli’s physical staging crackles with force and exhibits visual flair with numerous arresting stage pictures. Bert Scott’s artfully simple scenic design conveys the …

Kristin Chenoweth and Josh Bryant Are Engaged by Talaura Harms

The musician proposed to the Tony and Emmy-winning Broadway favorite on the rooftop of the Rainbow Room.

6 Opportunities to See Broadway Stars on Hallmark's Countdown to Christmas by Hayley Levitt

We culled down the list of 41 new holiday movies to this essential group.

Audra McDonald Immortalized as Broadway Cares’ Holiday Legends Ornament by Matthew Wexler

Decorate your tree with McDonald's Tony-winning turn as Billie Holliday, designed by Glen Hanson to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. The post Audra McDonald Immortalized as Broadwa…

Visit ArtExpo, Bryant Park, and the Library for the Performing Arts between shows this weekend in NYC by Deb Miller

With the reawakening of NYC after the long pandemic shutdown, theatergoers can enjoy a variety of events between shows this weekend, from art exhibitions to a seasonal favorite in the heart …

BAM Presents Cyrano de Bergerac with James McAvoy by Sandi Durell

The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) announces new dates for Jamie Lloyd’s bold, Olivier-winning revival of Cyrano de Bergerac—written by Edmond Rostand and freely adapted by Martin Crim…

MTC Announces New Commission and Development Programs by Daniella Ignacio

Manhattan Theatre Club has extended commissions to several writers and launched a new Groundworks Lab program.

Review: Choreographic Skeletons From a Lost Pandemic Time by Gia Kourlas

In “Review,” the choreographer Madeline Hollander reimagines months of unseen dance performances at the Hamilton Fish Pool in Manhattan.

'‘night, Mother' review - Stockard Channing brings empathy to a challenging play by Matt Wolf

An ageless Stockard Channing excels in fitfully effective revival of Marsha Norman Pulitzer winner

‘Narcissus’ Review: Remember Echo Too (and Don’t Forget Their Fate) by Brian Seibert

The choreographer Christopher Williams’s queer reimagining of the Narcissus myth is brilliantly conceived and costumed, though a bit stodgy.

Laura Benanti blasts Broadway work conditions: ‘I broke my neck’ because I was ‘a nice girl’ by Andrew Court

The Tony Award winner, 42, took to Instagram on Friday, defiantly sharing her full story for the first time: "Today I woke up angry. Because I’m not a nice girl anymore. I am a grown-ass w…

The View Goes Musical for Halloween by Hayley Levitt

Life is a cabaret in The Viewsical!

A Night In At The Theatre – Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Symphonic Suites by Andrew Lloyd Webber Musicals

Stream, download or purchase the full album, out now: https://ALW.lnk.to/SymphonicSuitesID Cosy up for an extra special Night In At The Theatre Royal Drury Lane! Experience a full performan…

Old Bridge review – star-crossed lovers in war-torn Yugoslavia by Mark Lawson

Bush theatre, LondonIgor Memic’s prize-winning debut is an affecting if slightly uneven conflict romance brought to life by vivid detail Igor Memic, winner of the 2020 Papatango new writin…

Goodspeed to stage ‘Cabaret’, ‘Anne of Green Gables’ in return to full-scale musicals for 2022 season by Christopher Arnott

The Goodspeed Opera House has announced its 2022 season, a return to the usual format of three full musical theater productions. The shows next year are "Cabaret," the world premiere of "Ann…

Middletown exhibit shines light on artists with disabilities by Susan Dunne

Free Center in Middletown is the home of a new art exhibit of work by people with physical, psychiatric and intellectual disabilities.

TDF Veterans Theatregoing Program FOX 5 10/27/21 by TDF

Thank you to Fox 5 NY for joining us at a special performance of Broadway's Come From Away on October 27, 2021. For more information on the Veterans Theatregoing Program, visit: https://www…

18 Shows With Fiendish Characters Who Definitely Love Halloween by Dan Meyer

These ghosts, witches, and monsters love to wreak havoc on stage.

Kristina Wong’s Pandemic Story: Sewing With Her Aunties by Sarah Bahr

The performance artist ran a mask-making operation during the pandemic. That inspired her new comedy at New York Theater Workshop.

Watch John Legend Go Backstage at Broadway's Ain't Too Proud by Andrew Gans

Legend, producing partner Mike Jackson, and Ty Stiklorious recently joined the team of the musical.

Trouble In Mind, Starring LaChanze, Begins Broadway Performances by Caitlin Moynihan

Alice Childress’ acclaimed 1955 play Trouble in Mind begins its Broadway premiere run at the American Airlines Theatre on October 29 ahead of an opening night on November 18. Starring Tony…

James McAvoy to Reprise Olivier-Nominated Turn in Cyrano de Bergerac; New Dates Announced by Caitlin Moynihan

James McAvoy is coming to Brooklyn. The Golden Globe and Olivier-nominated actor will return to the title role of Edmond Rostand's Cyrano de Bergerac, for which he earned an Olivier nominat…

Return Dates Announced for London's The Seagull, Starring Emilia Clarke by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's some exciting news from across the pond! After cutting its run short due to COVID-19, Anya Reiss’ adaptation of The Seagull, starring Emilia Clarke, will return, beginning performan…

New shows to see this Winter by Hira Desai

A trip to the theatre is the perfect way to spend the dark and dreary nights and lucky for us, there are plenty of new shows opening this Winter. Check them out. The post New shows to see t…

Sharpening Our Oyster Knives: Revisiting What to Send Up When It Goes Down by Jordan Ealey, Leticia Ridley

By Jordan Ealey, Leticia Ridley. On this special episode of Daughters of Lorraine, hosts Leticia Ridley and Jordan Ealey sit down with Aleshea Harris and Whitney White, the playwright and di…

Mother Schmuckers (dir. Harpo Guit, Lenny Guit): Philadelphia Film Festival review by Dan Scully

Somewhere between Tom Green, Quentin Dupieux, and that shithead kid across the street who always seems to be getting in trouble exists Mother Schmuckers, a… The post Mother Schmuckers (di…

Weekly Roundup: Our Top Ten Theater TikToks of the Week - Kristin Chenoweth, Amber Ardolino, Kathryn Gallagher & More!

Check out this week's top ten TikToks, featuring Kristin Chenoweth, Amber Ardolino, Kathryn Gallagher and many more!

‘The general tone is that of history lite’: THE MIRROR & THE LIGHT – West End by Aleks Sierz

This is a labour of love. Hilary Mantel has adapted The Mirror and the Light, the third novel of her Tudor trilogy, in collaboration with actor Ben Miles.

The Seagull, Starring Game of Thrones' Emilia Clarke, Sets New London Dates by Andrew Gans

Jamie Lloyd directs the production, heading to the Harold Pinter Theatre.

Stage and Screen Actor Val Bisoglio Dies at 95

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actor Val Bisoglio has died at age 95. Val's one Broadway credit was the role of Sgt. Carlino in Wait Until Dark in 1966.

Take a walk on the Bloomingdale Trail this Halloween and Day of the Dead to hear some ghost stories from Chicago residents who lived them by Darcel Rockett

Walk and listen to "Ghosts of Bloomingdale Trail" at your own pace, using QR codes along the way to hear ghost stories by Chicagoans.

Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at I Put a Spell on You: The Sanderson Variant by Playbill

I Put a Spell on You: The Sanderson Variant, the annual Hocus Pocus-themed Halloween extravaganza created by and starring Jay Armstrong Johnson, premiered October 28. Watch the video above f…

Track-by-Track Breakdown: Ryan Bauer-Walsh, Marc Shaiman, Dionne McClain-Freeney, More on Writing LGBTQ+ Lullabies by Logan Culwell-Block

The Rainbow Lullaby, featuring performances from Jenn Collella, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Caitlin Kinnunen, and more, is out now from Broadway Records.

Camille Saviola Dies: ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’, Broadway Actor Was 71 by Greg Evans

Camille Saviola, whose many stage and TV roles included the Bajoran religious leader Kai Opaka in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, the mother of the hapless Turtle in Entourage and, on Broadway, …

Ken Fallin Draws the Stage - THE LEHMAN TRILOGY

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Below, check out his illustr…

GRACE NOTES: Friday, October 29, 2021 by Susan Grace

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Theater & Music News by Sandi Durell

The Congress for Jewish Culture has been commissioned to present director Moshe Yassur’s critically acclaimed 2013 Off-Broadway Yiddish language staging of WAITING FOR GODOT at the prest…

Heathers the Musical Will Return to The Other Palace in London by Dan Meyer

Bill Kenwright Productions recently purchased the venue from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s LW Theatres.

Vanessa Williams, Leona Lewis, and More to Judge Drag Queen Singing Competition Queen of the Universe by Hayley Levitt

Queens from all over the world will compete in the new Paramount+ competition series.

James McAvoy-Led Cyrano de Bergerac Announces New Dates for New York City Run

The Jamie Lloyd Company production will arrive at Brooklyn Academy of Music in 2022.

Broadway and Screen Actor Camille Saviola Dies at Age 71

Saviola was a Broadway actor who appeared in Chicago as Matron Mama Morton from June-December 2003. She made her Broadway debut in Nine in 1982, playing the role of Mama Maddelena, and unde…

The 32nd Mabel Mercer Foundation New York Cabaret Convention by Sandi Durell

By Marilyn Lester . . . Opening The 32nd New York Cabaret Convention of the Mabel Mercer Foundation (MMF), the incomparable vocalist, Sandy Stewart, reminded the sold-out audience that it wa…

Theater News by Sandi Durell

CULLUD WATTAH gives a snapshot of the lives of three generations of Black women in November 2016 where they haven’t had clean water for 936 days.  Written by Erika Dickerson-Despenza a…

Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Live comes to Wembley SSE in December 2022 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Live returns to Wembley SSE in December 2022 starring legendary Hollywood composer Danny Elfman This post Tim Burton’s The Night…

‘This 40-year-old Pulitzer-winning play still feels bold & purposeful’: ‘NIGHT, MOTHER – Hampstead Theatre by Maryam Philpott

It’s fascinating to see a play that, 35 years after its UK premiere, has the courage of its convictions, a drama that stays true to its characters with no soapy or simplistic conclusion th…

Seattle’s storied Neptune Theatre turns 100 soon. Share your memories of times spent there with us by Vonnai Phair

Do you have a memory or story at Seattle's Neptune Theatre? Let us know! We're gathering submissions (and photos!) to commemorate the 100th anniversary of this historic University District v…

Simple objects evoke sharp memories in ‘What We Were’ West Coast premiere by Dusty Somers

Seattle's Pony World Theatre presents the West Coast premiere of Blake Hackler’s play, in which three sisters growing up in small-town East Texas take divergent paths to cope with their sh…

2021 Songbook Hall of Fame Inductees by Sandi Durell

Legendary lyricist Sammy Cahn, singer-songwriter Melissa Manchester and composer-arranger Billy Strayhorn will be honored in an upcoming online event as the 2021 inductees to the Great Ameri…

‘Funniest of them all’: tributes paid to Mort Sahl after death aged 94 by Pa Media

Canadian-born comedian who rose to fame in the 1950s credited with ‘yanking comedy into the modern age’ Tributes have been paid to the trailblazing standup comedian Mort Sahl after his d…

The Lost Lending Library review – immersive family show champions the magic of books by Chris Wiegand

Drapers’ Hall, CoventryPunchdrunk Enrichment’s site-specific project for children aged six to 11 turns a historic building into a secretive library On the way to The Lost Lending Library…

’Night, Mother review – dark family saga with Stockard Channing is a dramatic misfire by Arifa Akbar

Hampstead theatre, LondonCompelling performances aren’t enough to save Roxana Silbert’s staid restaging of this Pulitzer-winning suicide drama Marsha Norman’s mother-daughter drama is …

’Night, Mother review: Stockard Channing returns to the London stage in darkly comic drama by Isobel Lewis

Marsha Norman’s play at Hampstead Theatre explores the complex relationship between a mother and her daughter who wants to die

Andrew's 'Symphonic Suites' Album is Out Now | Andrew Lloyd Webber by Andrew Lloyd Webber Musicals

Today, Andrew Lloyd Webber has released SYMPHONIC SUITES – an album packed with exciting new orchestrations of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, EVITA and SUNSET BOULEVARD. Arranged for the 81-pi…

James McAvoy Bringing Award-Winning ‘Cyrano de Bergerac’ to Brooklyn Academy of Music by Brent Lang

James McAvoy will tread the boards in Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Academy of Music unveiled new dates on Friday for Jamie Lloyd’s Olivier-winning revival of “Cyrano de Bergerac,” which was …

ArtsBeat TV/Radio 10/29/21. Mamie Parris at Goodspeed. Rodney Rock at UConn Jorgensen by Mark G. Auerbach

New ArtsBeat on WCPC15, Southwick Community Programming and 89.5fm/WSKB. Rodney Rock previews the Jorgensen season at UConn, and Mamie Parris (photo by Diane Sobolweski) says “It’s a Gra…

This Voice Must Be Heard: A Review of Fannie (The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer) at the Goodman Theatre by Brian Hieggelke

Jamie Lloyd's CYRANO DE BERGERAC, Led by James McAvoy, Will Arrive at BAM in April 2022

The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) has just announced new dates for Jamie Lloyd's bold, Olivier-winning revival of Cyrano de Bergerac-written by Edmond Rostand and freely adapted by Martin…

Today on Broadway: Friday, October 29, 2021 by Ashley Steves

Full Cast for “The Music Man”, Lortel Awards Go Gender Neutral, “MJ” Adds Young Michael “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre hea…

Friday Diary: COVID Passports for Wales, The Other Palace changes hands again, and Mum’s the word for a critic by Mark Shenton

... Read More The post Friday Diary: COVID Passports for Wales, The Other Palace changes hands again, and Mum’s the word for a critic first appeared on Shenton Stage.

Broadway Games: Career-Defining Roles & Show-Stopping Performances by JK

The reviews are in, and the critics agree: Sharon D. Clarke is giving a career defining AND legendary performance as Caroline Thibodeaux in the current revival of Caroline, or Change. Broad…

The pandemic was the final blow for some dance companies. How do the survivors stay nimble? by Sarah L. Kaufman

Advocates see troubling signs that the art form, routinely under financial stress, may be shrinking and its structures drastically changing.

Cyrano de Bergerac and The Seagull to return to the West End next year by Hira Desai

The Jamie Lloyd Company today announces their plans for 2022 including the return of the Olivier Award-winning Cyrano de Bergerac & The Seagull. Read more! The post Cyrano de Bergerac a…

‘X-Men’ Star James McAvoy To Reprise Olivier-Winning ‘Cyrano De Bergerac’ At Brooklyn Academy Of Music by Greg Evans

Actor James McAvoy will finally reprise his performance in the title role of director Jamie Lloyd’s Olivier Award-winning revival of Cyrano de Bergerac, with the pandemic-delayed staging a…

‘Edgar Allan Poe’s original texts are honoured in a solo tour de force’: ONE MAN POE – Online & touring by John Chapman

Stephen Smith of Threedumb Theatre is something of a Gothic horror aficionado, especially when it comes to the works of Edgar Allan Poe.

James McAvoy-Led Cyrano de Bergerac at BAM Rescheduled for 2022 by Dan Meyer

The Jamie Lloyd-directed production was originally announced for spring 2020.

Wake Up With BWW 10/29: TROUBLE IN MIND Begins Previews, THE MUSIC MAN Casting, and More!

Tonight, Trouble in Mind officially begins previews on Broadway! Plus, full casting has been announced for The Music Man on Broadway, and we've got your first look at the National Tour of P…

New York’s $3 million tax credit aims to help restart Broadway by Caitlin Huston

Broadway productions are vying for a $3 million tax credit that the state hopes can jumpstart the industry. The New York City Musical and Theatrical Tax Credit Program is intended to support…

Indecent Proposal post-show video and photos: Hands up if you’d sleep with a stranger for $1 million by Terri Paddock

The big moral question at the heart of Indecent Proposal is: what are you willing to do for $1 million? More specifically: would you have sex for a stranger if they paid you $1 million? The …

The Woman in Black returns to the Ensemble Theatre stage

The post The Woman in Black returns to the Ensemble Theatre stage appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Bob Downe brings Vegas back to Sydney this November!

The post Bob Downe brings Vegas back to Sydney this November! appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

A New Kind of Stage Photography – Or Should We Call It by Another Name? by Guto Muniz

When the COVID-19 pandemic reached Brazil, I was in the city of São Paulo, covering an international theater festival, MIT-sp. On the last days of the event, we saw theaters being locked do…

When The Fire Dragon Dances Under The Full Moon: Mid-Autumn Festival in Hong Kong by Zolima Citymag

The rhythmic sound of drumming echoes through the streets. Tai Hang is normally quiet on weeknights, but tonight it is filled with people. In an alley near the Chinese Recreation Club, on th…

Winter Opera St. Louis season includes 'Gondoliers,' 'Madama Butterfly' and a 'Holiday Extravaganza' by Daniel Durchholz Special To The Post-Dispatch

Winter Opera St. Louis has announced plans for its 15th season, which will feature two full operas and a holiday production.

The Barber of Seville heads to Adelaide this November

The post The Barber of Seville heads to Adelaide this November appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

On the Couch with Jaime Martín

The post On the Couch with Jaime Martín appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Interview: Tina Satter and Emily Davis on the Making of Is This A Room

The drama uses the transcript of the interrogation of alleged NSA leaker Reality Winner.

Heide Museum of Modern Art reopens with Margel Hinder: Modern in Motion

The post Heide Museum of Modern Art reopens with Margel Hinder: Modern in Motion appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Broadway Box-Office Grosses Look Encouraging by Chip Deffaa, Editor-At-Large

So how is Broadway doing right now, in terms of ticket sales and attendance?  Not bad at all, all things considered....  There are currently 24 shows running on Broadway.  Last week, over…

West Australian Ballet announces 70th Anniversary Season

The post West Australian Ballet announces 70th Anniversary Season appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

DANCE NEWS: DANCE NOW Takes Its Final Bow On December 31, 2021 by The Dance Enthusiast

DANCE NEWS: DANCE NOW Takes Its Final Bow On December 31, 2021

12 Shows to See Off Broadway in November - A dozen promising productions, including four musicals

A dozen promising productions including a musical by a Pulitzer Prize winner, Tovah Feldshuh as Dr. Ruth and the return of Jersey Boys---Thrilling musicals aren't just on Broadway. This Nove…

Alice Childress’ Trouble in Mind Begins Previews October 29 on Broadway by Dan Meyer

LaChanze stars opposite Chuck Cooper, Michael Zegen, and more.

12 Shows to See Off Broadway in November - A dozen promising productions, including four musicals by Raven Snook

A dozen promising productions including a musical by a Pulitzer Prize winner, Tovah Feldshuh as Dr. Ruth and the return of Jersey Boys --- Thrilling musicals aren't just on Broadway. This No…

Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at I Put a Spell on You: The Sanderson Variant by Roberto Araujo

Jay Armstrong Johnson's Hocus Pocus-themed show returned amid new challenges.

Fiddler on the Roof North American Tour Reopens October 29 by Andrew Gans

Israeli theatre and film star Yehezkel Lazarov leads the return as Tevye.

Goosebumps Recording, With Alex Brightman, Krystina Alabado, Noah Galvin, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Released October 29 by Andrew Gans

The new musical features music and lyrics by Danny Abosch and a book and lyrics by John Maclay.