Force Majeure to premiere idk this August

The post Force Majeure to premiere idk this August appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Remastered LES MISERABLES Film To Be Re-Released This Year

According to Cameron Mackintosh, the film adaptation of the musical epic Les Miserables will return in 2023.

Learn about The 12 with Tony-Winner John Doyle by Goodspeed Musicals

Tony Award-winner John Doyle (Director & Set Designer) talks about his vision for the bold new musical "The 12". September 8-October 29, 2023 The Goodspeed, East Haddam Learn more: https://…

Give A Kid A Culture Voucher And They Buy Books As Well As Experiences by Joe Patti

I have been keeping an eye on the cultural voucher programs various European countries employ to encourage young people to get out and engage in different experiences. The program differ in …

Playbill Pick: A Mountain for Elodie at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe | Flipboard

Playbill - Benjamin Scheuer returns to the stage with a moving follow-up to his 2014 musical The Lion. Tissues are required.

Tina – The Tina Turner Musical celebrates 50 Years of Nutbush City Limits

The post Tina – The Tina Turner Musical celebrates 50 Years of Nutbush City Limits appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Renew Now! There's a Seat Waiting For You. by TDF

Now that Broadway has returned, so have our programs that bring theatre to all, such as this student matinee of The Lion King. At the Wednesday March 2nd matinee, TDF filled the theatre with…

TDF Education: The Next Generation of Theatre Lovers by TDF

"TDF is creating the next generation of theatre makers and theatre patrons." -- Kate Bell, TDF Teaching Artist.

‘A Quick 5’ with Seema Sueko, Director of ‘Something Moving: A Meditation on Maynard’ at Ford’s Theatre by Susan Brall

Fifty years ago in 1973, Maynard Jackson became the first Black mayor of the city of Atlanta, Georgia.  He was the first Black to become a mayor of a major Southern city. It began a new era…

Tell Me More | Episode 60: David Cromer, Julia Chan on the Intimacy of ‘Uncle Vanya’ by Matt Tamanini

On today’s episode, Matt Tamanini spoke with two of the stars of one of the buzziest shows in New York theatre right now, the star-studded, Uber-intimate production of Uncle Vanya that is …

Naomi Rodgers and Zurin Villanueva on KTVU | Tina – The Tina Turner Musical by Broadwaysf

Naomi Rodgers and Zurin Villanueva, who equally share the role of 'Tina Turner', joined KTVU's "The Nine" to talk about TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL, which is nothing short of extraordin…

Two big Broadway events returning in September by Deb Miller

Coming in September is the return of two popular Broadway events enjoyed by visitors and locals alike, offering special deals and free programming to theater-lovers in celebration of both th…

Deciphering reversal patterns in Forex Trading: A Comprehensive Guide by Aussie Theatre

Introduction The realm of forex trading, or foreign exchange, unfolds as an extensive and complex space that tantalizes traders with

Remembering Clarence Avant, one of the great connectors in music and entertainment by Anastasia Tsioulcas

Clarence Avant, who boosted the careers of generations of musicians, entertainers, sports stars and politicians, has died. He was 92.

Offscript: Revisiting the NICU with Mike Lew and Moritz von Stuelpnagel by American Theatre Editors

On this episode we talk to playwright Mike Lew and director Moritz von Stuelpnagel about taking 'tiny father' from audio to audience and catch up with critic J. Wynn Rousuck about the Contem…

Hadestown | Anaïs Mitchell by Broadwaysf

HADESTOWN returns to the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco from September 12–17, 2023. COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of …

Rock and Roll Man *** by Barry Gordin

By: David Sheward August 19, 2023: The jukebox genre, incorporating established pop or rock hit tunes without or without a biographical storyline to tie them together, has been flooding B…

Initial Casting Announced for Broadway Transfer of Prayer for the French Republic

(pray) and Travels Headline Ars Nova’s 2023-24 Season

Tom Jones, co-creator of stage landmark ‘The Fantasticks,’ dies at 95 by Brian Murphy

“The Fantasticks” was the longest-running musical in U.S. theater history, with more than 17,160 performances.

Prayer for the French Republic Announces Initial Casting by Ruthie Fierberg

The upcoming Broadway production of Joshua Harmon’s play Prayer for the French Republic has set initial casting. Tony Award winner David Cromer will direct the previously announced produ…

Photo: Solea Pfeiffer Prepares for HADESTOWN Debut

Get all the details on Solea Pfeiffer's upcoming Broadway debut in HADESTOWN. Find out when and where you can catch her performance in this Tony winning musical. Don't miss out on this excit…

Solea Pfeiffer - Eurydice in Hadestown!!! 🌹🌹🌹 by bwaySHO

Happy 1st SHO to Solea Pfeiffer as Eurydice in Hadestown!!! 🌹🌹🌹 Filmed outside the Walter Kerr after Eva Noblezada’s final SHO in Hadestown. 🎥: @bwaySHO #SoleaPfeiffer #H…

Sweeney Todd, Back to the Future, Here Lies Love, MJ, More Part of 2023's NYC Broadway Week by Meg Masseron

NYC's biannual two-for-one ticketing program returns September 4–17.

Christopher Sheley Named Colorado Springs FAC Producing Artistic Director by American Theatre Editors

A 19-year veteran of the FAC's Theatre Company, Sheley succeeds Pirronne Yousefzadeh in the role.

Video: How ALADDIN Has Made Michael James Scott's Broadway Wishes Come True

As Disney's Aladdin continues its 9th year on Broadway, the show has truly had a friend in Michael James Scott along the way. In this video, watch as he chats more with Richard Ridge about t…

‘Hadestown’ grosses see a bump as Eva Noblezada exits; overall box office ebbs by Ruthie Fierberg

For the week ending Aug. 13, the 25 currently running productions brought in $25,655,508.

‘Prayer for the French Republic’ announces initial casting by Ruthie Fierberg

The Manhattan Theatre Club production will welcome returning actors from the Off-Broadway production in addition to new company members.

Barbie Movie x The Shark is BroKEN by bwaySHO

The Shark is BroKEN Opening Night blue carpet! 🦈🦈🦈 Photographed by @johnnybmoto for #bwaySHO #TheSharkIsBroken #ImJustKen #Jaws #AlexBrightman #ColinDonnell #IanShaw #Shark #Shark…

Video: Inside Opening Night of SISTER ACT at The Muny

Get a first look at footage from opening night of Sister Act at The Muny.

Review: Steep Theatre’s ‘The Writer’ is a gutsy look at theater itself, as seen through a feminist lens by Chris Jones

The unsparing British play by Ella Hickson is having its U.S. premiere in Chicago.

Broadway’s ‘Prayer For The French Republic’ Casts Anthony Edwards, Aria Shahghasemi & More by Denise Petski

Initial cast has been announced for Broadway’s Prayer for the French Republic. Written by Joshua Harmon and directed by David Cromer (The Band’s Visit), Prayer for the French Republic be…

Anthony Edwards and Aria Shahghasemi Join Cast of Broadway Bow of Prayer for the French Republic by Andrew Gans

Manhattan Theatre Club is again producing Joshua Harmon's Drama Desk-winning work following its world premiere Off-Broadway last year.

The Metropolitan Opera Guild to Lay Off Its Staff by Margaret Hall

Founded in 1935, the non-profit will wind down operations this fall.

Importance of Sign Language Theatre by American Theatre Wing

Anthony Edwards and Aria Shahghasemi Join PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC Cast

Emmy Award nominee Anthony Edwards and Aria Shahghasemi join Prayer for the French Republic on Broadway. They join returning cast members Betsy Aidem, Francis Benhamou, Ari Brand, Molly Rans…

Coming of age with Sinéad by Gabrielle Kaplan-Mayer

When Gabrielle Kaplan-Mayer heard about Sinéad O’Connor’s death this summer, she became her 21-year-old self, sustained against harassment and injustice by a singular voice.

Photos: Get a 1st Look at Kate Baldwin and Nicholas Rodriguez in Bucks County's The Bridges of Madison County by Andrew Gans

Hunter Foster again directs the Jason Robert Brown-Marsha Norman musical.

Anthony Edwards, Aria Shahghasemi & More to Star in PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway

Get all the details on the star-studded cast of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, including Anthony Edwards and Aria Shahghasemi. Find out when and where this highly anticipated play will be p…

Elation Fuze™ Series the Ideal Fit for Lite-Tek Entertainment by Michael Eddy

Virginia-based rental and production company Lite Tek Entertainment has grown with Elation Professional through the years and recently continued the close relationship with an investment in …

Christie Introduces New M Series RGB Pure Laser Projectors by Michael Eddy

Christie® introduces two new RGB pure laser projectors: the M 4K15 RGB and M 4K+15 RGB. Part of its award-winning M 4K RGB Series, they deliver 15,750 lumens and are designed for the most d…

The Reubens Report by Michael Reubens

NIGHT OF THE MURDERED POETS next stagings will be announced at some point in the near future via social media etc. In the meantime please stay tuned!

Ars Nova Announces 2023–2024 Season, Including 2 Off-Broadway Premieres by Margaret Hall

The Off-Broadway company has also announced leadership changes.

Ars Nova Unveils Exciting 2023-2024 Season Featuring Two World Premieres and Flexible Ticket Pricing

Get a sneak peek of Ars Nova's highly anticipated 2023-2024 season, featuring two world premiere productions. Discover how you can secure your tickets at affordable prices for these must-see…

The 2023 BlackStar Film Festival presents Going to Mars, Know Your Place, and Dancing the Stumble by Hanae Mason

The BlackStar Film Festival landed in Center City for the first time this August. Hanae Mason reviews Going to Mars, Know Your Place, and Dancing the Stumble, three films examining our relat…

Theatre Review: ‘The Pitchfork Disney’ presented by Red Rat Theater at Capitol Hill Arts Workshop by Fosse Thornton

In the early 1990s, Phillip Ridley did not have an easy time finding a theater willing to premiere his play, “The Pitchfork Disney.” When The Bush Theatre of London finally gave in, Ridl…

Ars Nova Announces Upcoming 23/24 Season

Ars Nova has announced its 2023-2024 season, including two Off-Broadway premieres, (pray) by nicHi douglas, and Travels by James Harrison Monaco.

Third-Annual Curtain Up Broadway Festival Returns to Times Square

Playbill, The Broadway League, and the Times Square Alliance, announced details for the third-annual Curtain Up Broadway Festival.

Curtain Up Broadway Festival Returns September 8-10 - I Love NY

All Events are Live and Free in Times Square September 8 – 10, 2023 New York, N.Y. (August 14, 2023) – Playbill, The Broadway League, ...

Broadway Grosses Analysis: Good Night, Oscar Enjoys Highest-Grossing Week as Here Lies Love Nears $1 Million by Andrew Gans

Disney's long-running The Lion King again tops the list, taking in over $2 million at the Minskoff.

Norm Lewis, Krysta Rodriguez, Patina Miller & More to Join 9th Annual VOICES: STARS FOR FOSTER KIDS

Get all the details about the star-studded 9th Annual VOICES: STARS FOR FOSTER KIDS event, including the latest lineup additions and information on the date and location. Don't miss out on t…

‘Here Lies Love’ to offer childcare matinées by Ruthie Fierberg

The Broadway musical will provide free childcare by Broadway Babysitters for ticket holders at four upcoming performances.

The American Philosophical Society presents Pursuit & Persistence: 300 Years of Women in Science by Pamela J. Forsythe

For centuries, science was not an acceptable pursuit for women. But as a new exhibition at the American Philosophical Society shows, these groundbreaking scientists didn’t get the memo. Pa…

Playbill Pick: Funeral at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe by David Gewirtzman

Ontroerend Goed has created a beautiful immersive theatrical experience, that is also a community healing ritual.

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Julia Masli: ha ha ha ha ha ha ha review – healing hilarity by Brian Logan

Monkey Barrel Comedy, EdinburghA clown by trade, Masli here sets about tackling the audience’s problems. Her leftfield efforts to ease them are one of this fringe’s true tonics At any gi…

Playbill Pick: Kathy and Stella Solve a Murder at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe by Diep Tran

If you love "My Favorite Murder" and musicals, this is the show for you.

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 8/13/23

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 8/13/2023.

Review: Two Men Stitch Together an Unexpected Friendship in A Tailor Near Me

Dark Comedy Alt-Hamlet to Make World Premiere Off-Broadway

Which Beloved William Finn Song Will Be Part of Barrington’s Staging of A New Brain? by Margaret Hall

A Finn classic, previously excised from A New Brain during the original 1998 Off-Broadway production, is returning after a multi-decade journey through the canon.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of National Tour of MJ the Musical, Starring Roman Banks by Andrew Gans

The tour of the Broadway hit is currently playing Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre.

Black Comedy Alt-Hamlet to Make World Premiere Off-Broadway

Vari-Lite VL1600 Profiles Bring Rock Energy and Theatrical Drama to Musical ‘Aida’ by Michael Eddy

VL1600 Profiles from Vari-Lite, originators of the modern moving head light fixture and the Signify entertainment lighting brand, brought a blend of rock and roll energy and theatrical drama…

ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season 3, Episode 3: “Grab Your Hankies” for a Showstopper

Theatrely's weekly recap of Only Murders in the Building starring Selena Gomez, Martin Short, and Steve Martin.

Interview: Ian Shaw on The Shark Is Broken, His Father, and Memories of Jaws by Gerard Raymond

Shaw discusses the creation of The Shark Is Broken, his memories of the Jaws set, and more. The post Interview: Ian Shaw on <em>The Shark Is Broken</em>, His Father, and Memories…

Video: Watch New Trailer for Maestro Film, Starring Bradley Cooper as Leonard Bernstein by Andrew Gans, Margaret Hall

The Netflix film arrives in November.

Check Out New Trailer for London's Six The Musical Captured Via Drone Technology by Meg Masseron, Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the West End's Vaudeville Theatre.

Broadway's Here Lies Love to Host Special Matinees Offering Free Childcare by Meg Masseron, Leah Putnam

The Broadway musical has partnered with the Parent Artist Advocacy League, Broadway Babysitters, and Open Jar Studios to offer the accommodation.

Out Of The Apple Orchard to Make Off-Broadway Debut at Actors Temple Theatre

Photos: See Kate Baldwin & Nicholas Rodriguez in THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Bucks County Playhouse

Get a sneak peek at Kate Baldwin and Nicholas Rodriguez in the Tony-winning musical, 'The Bridges of Madison County' at Bucks County Playhouse.

Playbill Pick: A Mountain for Elodie at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe by David Gewirtzman

Benjamin Scheuer returns to the stage with a moving follow-up to his 2014 musical The Lion. Tissues are required.

Concert News: Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival at Sandy Point State Park by News Desk (organization-Submitted Press Release)

Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis, MD • Sept. 30 & Oct. 1, 2023 Music • Food • Drinks • Beachfront Venue • Family Friendly * MORE!  Daily Lineup and Single Day Tickets Announc…

Opera Review: Mozart’s ‘Don Giovanni’ by Wolf Trap Opera at the Filene Center by Jeannette Mulherin

Wolf Trap Opera’s one-night only production of Mozart’s “Don Giovanni” featured vocal talent of the highest caliber in a memorable performance of some of opera’s best-loved music. …

Jade Jones to Perform Hip-Hop Cabaret in NYC Celebrating Mixtape Release by Meg Masseron

Beauty and the Beast's Belle will share their hip-hop and songwriting skills.

‘The Wiz’ Announces Full Cast for Upcoming National Tour by Matthew Herzog

In advance of its highly anticipated national tour this fall and Broadway return in the spring of 2024, producers Kristin Caskey, Mike Isaacson, Brian Anthony Moreland, and Ambassador Thea…

Collaboraction Moves Toward The Light by American Theatre Editors

Now in its third year, the theatre's youth program offers young artists a chance to create art at the intersection of performance and social change.

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Environmental Lights Launches Continuous Side View RGB PixelControl Strip Light in Black Finish by Michael Eddy

Environmental Lights, a leader in LED lighting solutions, announces the launch of Continuous Side View RGB PixelControl Strip Light in black finish. Continuous Side View RGB PixelControl St…

How a Complete Stranger's Generosity Changed Claybourne Elder's Life ... and Many Others by Seth Rudetsky

Plus, Seth shares his favorite Jackie Hoffman joke and where you can see him next!

Video: Director Richard Jay-Alexander Assists Countess Luann & Sonja Morgan on Bravo's WELCOME TO CRAPPIE LAKE

Join Countess Luann de Lesseps and Sonja Morgan as they enlist the help of legendary Broadway director Richard Jay-Alexander on Bravo's Welcome to Crappie Lake. Watch as Jay-Alexander assist…

Buy Two Tees, Get One 50% For Our Back to School Sale!

Shop our Back to School Sale! Buy two tees, get one 50% off with the code BUY2GET1!

Jordi Vandekerkhof Creates Harmonious Looks for Happy Belgium with CHAUVET Professional by Michael Eddy

There were over 230 CHAUVET Professional fixtures at the Happy Belgium concert in the Cinquantenaire Arcade, but it’s doubtful that any of the 60,000 people who were there to celebrate the…

Curtain Up Broadway Festival by Sandi Durell

The Times Square Alliance, presents its third-annual Curtain Up Broadway Festival that is returning in September for three days in Times Square, featuring Broadway sing-alongs, dueling pi…

Video: Watch Bradley Cooper Play Leonard Bernstein in MAESTRO Film Teaser

Netflix has unveiled the teaser trailer for Maestro, the new Leonard Bernstein film starring, written, and directed by Bradley Cooper. Maestro is Cooper's second film following A Star Is Bo…

HERE LIES LOVE Will Offer Free Childcare Services During Four Upcoming Matinee Performances

​​​​​​​Here Lies Love has announced a first-of-its-kind collaboration on Broadway with the Parent Artist Advocacy League (PAAL), Broadway Babysitters, and Open Jar Studios, th…

Lily Allen says she has applied to drama school following critical reviews of The Pillowman by Nicole Vassell

Actor and singer is currently in the West End revival of Martin McDonagh’s dark 2003 play

Brompton Technology Wins Emmy® Award for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering, Science & Technology by Michael Eddy

Brompton Technology has been recognized by the Television Academy with an Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering, Science & Technology. The Emmy was awarded for its Tesser…

Jake Shears and Rebecca Lucy Taylor AKA Self Esteem to Join London Cast of Cabaret by Andrew Gans

The Olivier-winning production continues at the Kit Kat Club.

Video: Watch Richard Carson and Lauren Jones Sing 'Through the Night' From Long-Awaited English-Language Premiere of Rebecca by Margaret Hall

A previously planned 2012 Broadway bow was canceled following an international fraud scheme.

Off-Broadway’s ‘Rock & Roll Man’ To Begin National Tour by Matthew Herzog

Constantine Maroulis as Alan Freed. Photo: Joan Marcus (2023). Rock & Roll Man, starring Tony Award®-nominee Constantine Maroulis and Emmy Award®-winner Joe Pantoliano, will play i…

Colorado’s creative, cultural and service-industry workers look to unions for leverage by John Wenzel

There has been an explosion of union action like this across the country this year, extending far past the marquee strikes that taking place in Hollywood right now and into the world of deli…

Betsy Wolfe Will Headline NY Pops Underground Cabaret by Sandi Durell

Tony Award nominee and Broadway favorite Betsy Wolfe will headline the annual New York Pops Underground cabaret performance on Monday, October 2, 2023 at 54 Below, performing selectio…

How to Steal An Election Adds Alex Joseph Grayson by Sandi Durell

The York Theatre Company, “Where Musicals Come to Life”, (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director; Marie Grace LaFerrara, Executive Director) announced that Alex Joseph Grayson, direc…

GRACE NOTES: Tuesday, August 15, 2023 by Susan Grace

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How the regional theater crisis will be felt on Broadway by Naveen Kumar

Producers Sue Frost and Aaron Glick, playwright Douglas Lyons and more predict possible benefits and challenges caused by the ripple from America’s theaters.

Theater Review: “The Ding Dongs” — Alarmingly Out of This World by David Greenham

Perhaps what's most fascinating here is proof that Brenda Withers’ play has an evergreen quality to it. "The Ding Dongs" may prove to be prophetic.

Playbill Songwriter Series: Charlene Jean and Franklin Rankin Preview Their Funk Rock Musical Bricks by Margaret Hall

The new musical is described as "a 20-year music tour of retroactive reparations."

Regent's Park's La Cage aux Folles Extends Run by Andrew Gans

Tim Sheader directs the Tony-winning Harvey Fierstein-Jerry Herman musical.

Meet the cast of Bat Boy: The Musical In Concert | #Shorts by Official London Theatre

The cult classic Bat Boy: The Musical descends on the London Palladium for a Halloween concert with Jordan Luke Gage (Bonnie and Clyde, Heathers) appearing as fans have never seen him before…

Exclusive: Erin Davie Sings 'To Build A Home' from Signature's THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY

Get an exclusive look at Erin Davie performing 'To Build A Home' from Signature Theatre's production of The Bridges of Madison County, with music & lyrics by Jason Robert Brown and bo…

Guildhall drama school report exposes ‘structural racism’ endured by Black students by Nicole Vassell

Black students at Guildhall School of Music and Drama were called the N-word and were ‘suppressed’ by white tutors, new report reveals

Robe T1 Profiles Enjoy the Silence at Bijloke Music Centre’s Concert Hall by Michael Eddy

The striking and unique Concert Hall venue, which is part of the Music Centre de Bijloke in Ghent, Belgium, was once a 13th century civic hospital and now offers a vibrant and interesting bl…

Oh what a beautiful morning seeing Sam Palladio as Curly McLain in OKLAHOMA! 🤠🌾 | #Shorts by Official London Theatre

Video: WICKED Tour Stars Share Tips on How to Change the Planet 'For Good'

Electric Owl Studios, the greenest studio on earth, opened their doors to the Broadway Green Alliance and the stars of Wicked, Olivia Valli (Elphaba) and Celia Hottenstein (Glinda), to hi…

A Goosestepping Good Time: A Review of “The Producers” at Music Theater Works by Tristan Bruns

I agree with real-life director L. Walter Stearns’ note in the program, that “This show has a little something to offend everyone.” The goal is not to offend for the sake of offending,…

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, August 15, 2023 by Matt Tamanini

‘The Wiz,’ ‘Harmony’ Announces Complete Broadway Casts, Highlights from Noblezada’s Final ‘Hadestown’ “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting…

Force Majeure premieres IDK by Aussie Theatre

Australian movement-based theatre company Force Majeure is pleased to present idk, a mesmerising blend of movement and narrative performance, which

Video: Get a 1st Look at Broadway-Bound The Wiz Revival in Rehearsal by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

Director Schele Williams' new production of the '70s musical launches from Baltimore in September.

Video: Richard Carson and Lauren Jones Perform 'Through the Night' From English-Language Premiere of REBECCA

An all new video has been released from the English language premiere  of REBECCA at Charing Cross Theatre. The video features Richard Carson as Maxim de Winter  and Lauren Jones as Second…

On the Couch with Abigail Adriano

The post On the Couch with Abigail Adriano appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

How I Got to the Edinburgh Fringe: It Involved Working 3-5 Jobs by Zoë Kim

Part 2 in a 3-part essay series from Zoë Kim about how she created her Edinburgh Fringe solo show: Did You Eat? (밥 먹었니?).

In England, Morris Dancing Is Loved, Mocked and Getting a Makeover by Genevieve Marks

Morris dancing, a folk form with origins in the 15th century, is opening up to younger dancers who approach it as a living tradition.

Video: See the Awe-Inspiring Acrobatics of Sophie's Surprise 29th by Diep Tran

This circus show is like if '90s teen movies contained acrobats.

Ensemble Theatre reveals 2024 Season

The post Ensemble Theatre reveals 2024 Season appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Playbill Pick: The Way Way Deep at Edinburgh Festival Fringe by Leah Putnam

This solo show mixes storytelling, poetry, and song to lead you through a chance meeting of two old friends. What comes next is an absolute shock.

Fiddler on the Roof (1971) by Musicalsplaining

This week we are joined by award-winning composer Austin Wintory in discussing the cross-cultural phenomenon and mainstay of the musical medium. Angie speed runs the summary, teenage Kaveh g…

THE FUTURE IS BACK WITH US By Peter Filichia 

Let’s not just concentrate on the fabulous flying car and astonishing video designs. If you read the Broadway reviews for BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL, you saw many a mention of those. …

Ian McKellen and Roger Allam in Frank and Percy gets London transfer by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Ben Weatherill's new comedy Frank and Percy starring Ian McKellen and Roger Allam is to play a limited London season at The Other Palace This post Ian McKellen and Roger All…

Six | 2023 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

Think you know the six Wives of Henry VIII? Think again… The crowning glory of the West End, Broadway and beyond, history is about to get over-throne in the homegrown hit musical sensatio…

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld 8/15: THE WIZ Finds its Dorothy, Eva Noblezada Departs HADESTOWN, and More!

Top stories include a first look at rehearsals for The Wiz, and Eva Noblezada takes her final bows in Hadestown. Plus, The Wiz has found its Dorothy in newcomer Nichelle Lewis. Read more abo…

Avital Ash Workshops Her Suicide Note review – oil-slick black humour by Brian Logan

Monkey Barrel @ the Tron, EdinburghAsh’s audacious conceit dares to find the funny side of tragic events, and partly succeeds, until this rawly emotional show slips comedy’s moorings If …

The hell and humanity of touting myself at Edinburgh: ‘I sidle up to strangers like a stray dog’ by Alfie Packham

For all but the biggest names, handing out flyers in the street is still essential. That doesn’t make it any less awkward The key to performing standup is to convince your audience that yo…

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Playbill Vault's Today in Theatre History: February 2. In 2006, the Pulitzer Prize-winning Rabbit Hole opens on Broadway.

At 89, Still Making Art (and Bread) With a Message in Vermont by Bob Morris

Peter Schumann’s Bread and Puppet Theater is going strong and, at 89, so is he. But what will happen to his company when he is gone?

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Marnie Klar Sings Carly Simon by Andrew Poretz

By Andrew Poretz … It’s impossible not to notice the performer Marnie Klar the moment she walks into any room. Ms. Klar looks like a high-fashion model (her bio unsurprisingly bears this…

Close Up – The Twiggy Musical announces cast at the Menier by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Full casting has been announced for the world premiere of Close Up - The Twiggy Musical at the Menier Chocolate Factory. Book tickets now This post Close Up – The Twiggy Mu…

Jake Shears & Rebecca Lucy Taylor join Cabaret | West End Cast Reveal by Official London Theatre

From Monday 25 September 2023, the roles of The Emcee and Sally Bowles in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club will be played by music icons Jake Shears and Rebecca Lucy Taylor AKA Self Esteem. In h…

Memorial to Professor Maya Harbuzyuk by Ewa Bal

It is with great regret and sadness that we have learned of the untimely and sudden death of an outstanding Ukrainian theatre scholar and a wonderful, generous person and friend, Professor M…

Illuminating Aben Kandel by Trav S.D.

Romanian born Aben Kandel (1897-1993) was many things over his long career: a boxer, a fiction writer, playwright and screenwriter. The fact that the first of his half dozen novels was calle…

W.C. Fields’ Dirty Secret by Trav S.D.

What can the title of this post refer to, you wonder? W.C. Fields wore all of his sins on his sleeve: drinking, smoking, and professed animadversions for such untouchable subjects of societa…

Edinburgh Fringe 2023 reviews: The Grand Old Opera House Hotel / YOU ARE GOING TO DIE by David Kettle

A patchy operatic send-up and an unflinching examination of dirt and degradation in two very different shows The Grand Old Opera House Hotel, Traverse Theatre ★★★

Cabaret West End announces Jake Shears and Self Esteem will join cast by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club has announced new lead casting with Jake Shears joining the production as Emcee and Self Esteem as Sally Bowles. This post Cabaret West End announ…

Paging Johnny Philip Morris by Trav S.D.

August 15 was the birthday of Johnny Roventini (1910-1989) better known to the public of his time as Johnny Philip Morris. The Brooklyn native was a Person of Small Stature — 3 feet, eleve…

Cirque Du Soleil’s CRYSTAL opens in Melbourne this week

The post Cirque Du Soleil’s CRYSTAL opens in Melbourne this week appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Of Mike Connors and Mannix by Trav S.D.

We have multiple reasons for wanting to do a little tribute to Mike Connors (Krekor Ohanian, Jr., 1925-2017) over and beyond his most famous role on the tv show Mannix (1967-1975). To wit: -…

Christina Strassfield, Executive Director Southampton Arts Center, August 8, 2023 by Barry Gordin

The Edinburgh fringe is back! But is it still the heart of the comedy scene? by Brian Logan

After the pain of the Covid years, the festival has returned with a roar. It can make a new standup’s career – if they are willing to sleep in a nuclear bunker and expose their own traum…

Solea Pfeiffer Joins Cast of Broadway's Hadestown August 15 by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning musical continues at the Walter Kerr Theatre.

Erin Davie and Mark Evans Star in Signature's The Bridges of Madison County, Opening August 15 by Andrew Gans

Ethan Heard directs the Jason Robert Brown-Marsha Norman musical at the Virginia venue.

Broadway Shark Tank Opens for Fall Presentation Submissions by Margaret Hall

The program allows writers to present their original work to industry experts and potential backers.

Austin Scott Joins Cast of Broadway's & Juliet August 15 by Leah Putnam

As the jukebox musical's new Shakespeare, Scott succeeds Stark Sands.

REVIEW: Diana The Untold and True Story, Pleasance Dome, Edinburgh Fringe ✭✭✭✭ by Paul T Davies

By Paul T Davies Paul T Davies reviews Diana The Untold and Untrue Story playing at the Pleasance Dome as part of the Edinburgh Fringe. This post REVIEW: Diana The Untold and True Story, Ple…

BREATHTAKING: Teenage Actor Transforms into Elderly Character by Squinting Eyes, Hunching Back by Broadway Beat

by Matt Keeley. @reallymattkeeley. AKRON, OH - In a stunning display of advanced physical verisimilitude, teenage actor Nicki Long wowed...