Review: Mary Gets Hers at Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater Space by Loren Noveck

A medieval retelling that puts women back in the picture, with mixed results. Loren Noveck reviews. The post Review: Mary Gets Hers at Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater Space appeared first on Ex…

The Enchanted World of Amy Zerner and Monte Farber – September 22, 2023 by Barry Gordin

‘Purlie Victorious’ with Leslie Odom Jr. laughs wryly at racism by Peter Marks

Ossie Davis’s 1961 comedy, starring “Hamilton’s” Leslie Odom Jr., has its official opening on Broadway at the Music Box.

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch? by Molly Higgins

Leslie Odom, Jr. and Kara Young star in the revival at the Music Box Theatre.

Making Music: Interview with Philadelphia Ballet Orchestra’s Beatrice Jona Affron by Debra Danese

Beatrice Jona Affron is celebrating her 30th year with the Philadelphia Ballet (formerly Pennsylvania Ballet.) The music director and conductor joined the company in 1993… The post Making…

Purlie Victorious review – Ossie Davis play makes triumphant Broadway return by Jesse Hassenger

The Music Box Theatre, New York Leslie Odom Jr leads a note-perfect cast in a revival of Ossie Davis’s thoughtful comedy about a preacher scheming to save his church in the Jim Crow South …

Review Roundup: Leslie Odom Jr. Stars In PURLIE VICTORIOUS On Broadway!

Read reviews for Purlie Victorious on Broadway starring Tony Award-winner, Leslie Odom Jr.! 

Purlie Victorious Opening Night Curtain Call & Kenny Leon Speech by bwaySHO

Purlie Victorious Opening Night Curtain Call starring Leslie Odom, Jr. & Kara Young, as well as Kenny Leon's Speech

‘Purlie Victorious’ Review: Leslie Odom Jr. Shines in Revival by Jesse Green

Ossie Davis’s 1961 play is no period piece, as a blazing and hilarious revival starring Leslie Odom Jr. testifies.

Purlie Victorious Review by New York Theater

It’s hard to picture a better cast for this first Broadway revival of Ossie Davis’s 1961 broad, biting comedy about racism in the Old South. As the title character, Leslie Odom Jr., assu…

Review: Satire Comes in All Colors in Ossie Davis’s ‘Purlie Victorious’ by David Cote

At the center of a prodigious cast and Kenny Leon’s clockwork staging are Leslie Odom Jr. and the astonishing Kara Young.

‘Purlie Victorious’ Broadway Review: Leslie Odom, Jr. Keeps Ossie Davis’ Groundbreaking Comedy True To Its Title

Long before Slave Play, decades before Ain’t No Mo, there was Purlie Victorious, the Ossie Davis comedy masterwork that, like those descendant plays, fused broad comedy, satirical minstrel…

Purlie Victorious **** by Barry Gordin

 By: David Sheward September 27, 203: In these touchy political times, it’s exciting to see a satiric comedy that takes risks and isn’t afraid it might offend someone. At the Music B…

PURLIE VICTORIOUS Has Lost None of Its Bite — Review

Theatrely's Broadway review of Purlie Victorious by Ossie Davis and starring Leslie Odom, Jr. and Kara Young, directed by Kenny Leon.

‘Purlie Victorious’ Review: Broadway Revival of the Ossie Davis Satire Is a Delightful Romp Centering Black Joy and the Absurdity of Racism

The final act of the uproarious “Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch” opens with a character waving a folding chair through the air, a reference to the Aug…

Review: ‘Purlie Victorious’ on Broadway is a romp both victorious and hilarious by Chris Jones

This is a knockout show, as hilarious as it is cutting and as emotionally warmhearted as it is politically potent.

Purlie Victorious Review: Ossie Davis’s Outsized Jim Crow Satire Returns to Broadway by Dan Rubins

Across this revival of Purlie Victorious, it’s rare that the silliness and sobriety intermix. The post <em>Purlie Victorious</em> Review: Ossie Davis’s Outsized Jim Crow Sati…

Review: Purlie Victorious Makes a Triumphant Return to the Broadway Stage

Purlie Victorious: Wickedly Funny, Politically Provocative Antebellum Satire by Steven Suskin

★★★★★ Leslie Odom Jr. and Kara Young in director Kenny Leon's blazing production of the ground-breaking Ossie Davis comedy The post Purlie Victorious: Wickedly Funny, Politically P…

‘Purlie Victorious’ A Revival That Lives Up to Its Title by Frank Scheck

★★★★☆ Leslie Odoms, Jr. plays the title role in Kenny Leon's revival of Ossie Davis' 1961 racial satire, also featuring Kara Young and Jay O. Sanders. The post ‘Purlie Victoriou…

Spike Lee Applauds Purlie Victorious by bwaySHO

Spike Lee cheering on Kenny Leon, Leslie Odom, Jr., Kara Young & cast & creative team of Ossie Davis’ Purlie Victorious on Broadway. #SpikeLee #PurlieVictorious #fyp #shesgottahaveit

LA Theater Patron Attitudes and Ethnicities by Steven Morris

The People Have Spoken, Part 2 Ethnicity, and Audience Attitudes By Steven Leigh Morris Note: This is Part 2 in a series of articles analyzing data received in surveys from...

Recent releases of books and albums from the NYC stage by Deb Miller

Catch up on your reading and listening with these four selections of recent book and music releases from artists and shows of the New York stage, including an original cast album, the second…

Calling all besties 👯‍♀️ @runwayandrose #besties #roadtrip #girlstrip by DanceOn

Spike Lee red carpet 👋👋 by bwaySHO

Renée Elise Goldsberry is proud of Hamilton castmate Leslie Odom, Jr. by bwaySHO

Renée Elise Goldsberry is proud of Hamilton castmate Leslie Odom, Jr.

A Jim Crow satire returns to Broadway after 62 years — and it's a romp, not a relic by Jeff Lunden

In 1961, actor and Civil Rights activist Ossie Davis wrote the blistering play Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch. Now, Leslie Odom Jr. stars in the revival.

Hannah Waddingham iconic red carpet moment by bwaySHO

Hannah Waddingham waves to me at Broadway Opening Night of Purlie Victorious! #hannahwaddingham #Tedlasso #Broadway

The Power of Vlog! Watch the Second Episode of Back to the Future Star Casey Likes' McFly Files by Broadway.com

Back to the Future star Casey Likes is back with the second episode of McFly Files! This week, Likes, who plays Marty McFly, takes fans through the cast's pre-show rituals, including petting…

NEW ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 9/27/23. by Mark G. Auerbach

NEW ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 9/27/23. “Lizzie”, the Lizzie Borden (pictured_musical plays TheaterWorks Hartford. “Possessing Harriet” at HartBest, and arts news for WMass an…

Laurence Fishburne at Purlie Victorious Opening Night! by bwaySHO

The Little Theatre That Could, and Still Does by American Theatre Editors

How a 68-seat cultural gem on the Jersey shore has stood the test of time for the sake of new plays.

Nice to MITEM you: the 10th edition of the Madách International Theatre Meeting opens in the Hungarian capital by Emiliia Dementsova

Budapest is becoming a vibrant place and proving highly attractive to theatre lovers. All the flags of the world gather here, inspired by the energy and life-giving power of theatre. Surpris…

Photos: HADESTOWN Cast Members Bring Awareness to Climate Change at Edge

Discover how the cast of HADESTOWN, including Phillip Boykin, Betty Who, and Reeve Carney, are using their platform to raise awareness about climate change at the Edge event. Learn more abou…

Video: See Cast of Harmony Perform Songs From the Show by Playbill Staff

Chip Zien, Sierra Boggess, Julie Benko, and the Comedian Harmonists star in the new Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman musical.

Clark Gable Slept Here at The Foundry in Wilton Manors by Bill Hirschman

      By Aaron Krause Picture yourself almost continuously laughing while maintaining an iron grip on the novel you are reading. Your eyes have remained wide open for so long that your ey…

Moulin Rouge: Yes We Can-Can! review – there’s zero glamour in this high-kicking tale by Lucy Mangan

This documentary follows the feathered, bejewelled British women who staff the Parisian institution. Be warned: the reality is all a bit cheap and shoddy There are certain shows that make yo…

A Musical About Star Wars' Extends Off-Broadway Return by Margaret Hall

The musical previously enjoyed successful 2019 engagements Off-Broadway at Theatre Row and St. Luke's Theatre.

Leslie Odom, Jr. Reveals Victorious Scheme by bwaySHO

Leslie Odom, Jr. Reveals Victorious Scheme at opening night of Purlie Victorious on Broadway as he chats with @bwaySHO #leslieodomjr #victorious #scheme

Sphere Announces First Movie Studio Collaboration with DreamWorks Animation for ‘Trolls Band Together’ by Michael Eddy

Sphere Entertainment Co. announced that DreamWorks Animation is the first movie studio to launch a brand campaign specifically designed for the Exosphere—the fully programmable LED exterio…

Hear From Conrad Ricamora, Deborah Cox and More on The Broadway Show by Broadway.com

Before The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal airs nationwide this weekend, we're offering a first look at the episode. Hosted by Emmy winner Fadal, this episode will air in New York City on…

Entertainment Community Fund Will Host Producer's Picks Nights at & JULIET and BACK TO THE FUTURE This October

This October, the Entertainment Community Fund continues their Benefit Performance program Producer’s Picks, with both & Juliet and Back to the Future set to host upcoming  perform…

Dani Apple, Eli Mayer, Rachel Zatcoff, More Cast in National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's Amid Falling Walls (Tsvishn Falndike Vent) by Meg Masseron

The world premiere musical highlights the resilience and hope of those who endured the Holocaust through Yiddish song.

Photos: Get a 1st Look at Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells in Gutenberg! The Musical on Broadway by Logan Culwell-Block, Talaura Harms

Alex Timbers directs the Broadway premiere of the Scott Brown and Anthony King musical.

Christian Borle to Direct Concert Honoring Howard Ashman, Starring John Cariani, Manu Narayan, and More by Margaret Hall

The two-time Tony winner previously starred in the hit Off-Broadway revival of Ashman and Menken's Little Shop of Horrors.

Claypaky Fixtures Light Up Imagine Dragons Concert in Tbilisi, Georgia by Michael Eddy

A wide range of Claypaky lighting fixtures dominated the rig at the recent Imagine Dragons concert at the Mikheil Meskhi Stadium in Tbilisi, Georgia (CIS).  Sixty-two Claypaky Arolla HP, 32…

Paulanne Simmons Unscripted by Barry Gordin

Take a Seat September 28, 2023: Recently I saw (and reviewed on this site) Audible Theater’s Swing State by Rebecca Gilman. After writing my review, I was surprised to learn that durin…

Theatre Review: ‘Dishwasher 2: I Pay You’ at Brian Feldman’s Apartment by Anne Valentino

I had no idea what to expect going into Brian Feldman’s “Dishwasher 2: I Pay You.” Was this going to be some sort of performance art piece? A no-holds-barred theatrical experiment? An …

The cast of Purlie Victorious Opening Night at the Music Box Theatre by bwaySHO

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, September 28-October 4, 2023 by Kyle V. Hiller

Opening October with an environmentally-conscious flea market, a retelling of Odyssey, a play for science nerds, family-friendly activities at Please Touch, and a D&D festival. Kyle V. H…

The BSR October 2023 repertory movie roundup by Stephen Silver

October movies include Halloween classics, more entries from the Sight and Sound 100 collection, and Coen Brothers seminars. Stephen Silver previews.

John Kilgore Sound and Recording to become Renaissance Recording under new leadership by Ruthie Fierberg

A tentpole recording studio behind multiple Broadway cast albums, Renaissance will continue with a trio of new owners.

TDF Conversations: Here Lies Love by TDF

Join us Oct 5 at 3pm ET

Caesar Samayoa, More Join Cast of Broadway's How to Dance in Ohio by Logan Culwell-Block

The neurodiverse musical by Jacob Yandura and Rebekah Greer Melocik begins performances November 15 at the Belasco.

The Opera Dead Man Walking First Premiered in 2000. Now It's Finally at the Met by Christopher Browner

Jake Heggie's opera is based on a memoir about death row and asks uncomfortable questions about America's death penalty.

CHAUVET Professional and Squeek Lights Help Joshua Schultz Set Tone for Turnpike Troubadours at Beacon by Michael Eddy

Lighting Designer Joshua Schultz recently lit the Turnpike Troubadours when they performed at the historic Beacon Theatre in New York City. The rig, which featured a lot of CHAUVET Professio…

Caesar Samayoa and More Complete the Cast of How to Dance in Ohio by Ruthie Fierberg

The full cast has been announced for the Broadway bow of How to Dance in Ohio. As previously reported, the new musical will begin previews on November 15 ahead of an opening night of Decemb…

Juilliard’s MFA in Acting Will be Tuition-Free Beginning Fall 2024 by Ruthie Fierberg

Juilliard has announced that the Drama Division’s Master of Fine Arts in acting will be a tuition-free degree, beginning with the 2024-2025 academic year. Existing scholarships combined wi…

Leslie Odom, Jr. & Kara Young at Purlie Victorious Opening Nigtht! by bwaySHO

Leslie Odom, Jr. & Kara Young at Purlie Victorious Opening Nigtht!

Leslie Odom, Jr. at Purlie Victorious opening night by bwaySHO

Hamilton Storms Bristol! Announcing the Star-studded Cast for Its Maiden UK & Ireland Odyssey! by Belaid S

Bristol, brace yourself! The sensational and globally acclaimed Hamilton is ready to dazzle the Bristol Hippodrome! As part of its

‘Mean Girls: The Musical’ Coming To Cinemas! by Belaid S

Hold onto your tiaras! What was once whispered to make a quiet debut on Paramount+ has now roared onto the

Review: In ‘The Nacirema Society’ at the Goodman Theatre, an all-star cast leans into the laughter by Chris Jones

Playwright Pearl Cleage's comedy of manners pokes gentle fun at a society with Black debutants in Montgomery, Alabama, in the early 1960s.

Photos: Get a 1st Look at Max von Essen, Benjamin Pajak, More in Mufti Golden Rainbow by Andrew Gans

Stuart Ross directs the York Theatre Company production.

Jelani Remy, Kate Rockwell, Nasia Thomas, More to Appear in 35th Annual Festival of New Musicals by Margaret Hall

The festival has previously presented Come From Away, The Drowsy Chaperone, and Thoroughly Modern Millie, all before they made it to Broadway.

Copland Symphony No. 3, Movement II (Excerpt) by New York Philharmonic

The NY Phil and Music Director Jaap van Zweden perform Copland’s Symphony No. 3 at The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts at Oklahoma State University. Enjoy this excerpt from the sec…

City Ballet Cancels 'See the Music' Events as Orchestra Wears Shirts Referencing Contract Negotiations

The NY City Ballet has canceled upcoming 'See the Music' performances, short pre-show segments where the orchestra is raised to stage level for short demonstrations, following orchestra memb…

The Jester’s Wife by Scotty Bennett

"The Jester’s Wife," written and directed by T.J. Elliott, is a fanciful attempt at reconstructing the source of the myth of Dymphna, a legendary medieval Irish saint who is considered the…

Wicked’s Enchanting Journey: 17 Years of West End Magic by Belaid S

Today, the enchanting world of Wicked commemorates 17 luminous years on London’s illustrious West End stage. Ever since its captivating

In Memoriam: Dann Whittaker, 63 by Frank Hammel

Daniel S. “Dann” Whittaker died unexpectedly on Sept. 5, 2023 in Columbus, OH. He founded and ran We3Co, LLC, doing business as ShoPros Ohio LLC, in 2006. Not long after founding the com…

Caesar Samayoa and more complete the cast of ‘How to Dance in Ohio’ by Ruthie Fierberg

The new musical is set to begin performances in November.

How to Get Discount Tickets for the Final Stephen Sondheim Musical Here We Are by Andrew Gans

Bobby Cannavale, Micaela Diamond, Amber Gray, Denis O’Hare, Steven Pasquale, and more will star in the limited engagement at Off-Broadway's The Shed.

Jelani Remy, Talia Suskauer, Kate Rockwell & More to be Featured in NAMT's 35th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS

Discover the talented cast for NAMT's 35th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, including Talia Suskauer, Jelani Remy, Kate Rockwell, and more. Don't miss out on this exciting showcase of new mu…

Purlie Victorious Opening Night on Broadway! by bwaySHO

Video: See Kevin McAllister, Sally Wilfert, Sam Gravitte & More in Rehearsals for SWEENEY TODD at TUTS

Watch rehearsal footage of Sweeney Todd at TUTS!

John Cariani, Heather Ayers & More to be Featured in TALE AS OLD AS TIME: THE SONGS OF HOWARD ASHMAN at 92NY

The 92nd Street Y, New York is presenting the Lyrics and Lyricists 2023/24 season opener Tale as Old as Time: The Songs of Howard Ashman. See who is starring and learn how to purchase ticket…

Full Cast Announced for Amid Falling Walls (Tsvishn Falndike Vent)

Amid Falling Walls (Tsvishn Falndike Vent)

THE DELACORTE THEATER IS... | The Public Theater by The Public Theater

THE DELACORTE THEATER IS…MAGNIFICENT. 💫 On the red carpet of A BRIEF INTERMISSION at The Delacorte Theater, the final performance until the theater returns, revitalized, and better than…

Theatre Review: ‘You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown’ at Adventure Theatre MTC by Eric Colchamiro

“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” is delightful children’s theater from the Adventure Theatre MTC (ATMTC). The cast, the first show of the 2023-2024 season, and the inaugural choice…

Ato Blankson-Wood, Julie White, Brandon Uranowitz Will Perform in Staged Reading of The Laramie Project Benefiting The Trevor Project by Meg Masseron

The reading, honoring the 25th anniversary of Matthew Shepard's death, will be held at Symphony Space.

HERE WE ARE to Offer $25 and $40 Tickets Through Lottery and Rush Policies

Don't miss out on the chance to see HERE WE ARE at discounted prices! Find out how you can secure $25 and $40 tickets through the show's lottery and rush policies. Get all the details and ma…

Hadestown Actor Maria-Christina Oliveras Has Been to Hell and Back by Diep Tran

An injury left the actor unable to walk, but it also gave her the learning experience of a lifetime.

Complete Broadway Cast of How to Dance in Ohio Announced

Nathaniel Stampley To Star As Paul Robeson In Crossroad Theatre's Season… - LinkedIn

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707 likes, 34 comments - benjamin.pajak.official on September 25, 2023: "So pleased to share this article from @playbill , thank you, Playbill!

Steven Skybell, Rachel Zatcoff & More to Star in AMID FALLING WALLS (TSVISHN FALNDIKE VENT)

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene has revealed the complete cast for Amid Falling Walls (Tsvishn Falndike Vent).

Les Belles-Soeurs (Official Trailer) | Stratford Festival 2023 by Stratford Festival

A kitchen table confidential. LES BELLES-SOEURS August 8 - October 28 | Festival Theatre Opening Night Performance: August 25 After 32 years, Michel Tremblay's masterpiece, which revolutio…

Moulin Rouge! The Musical Official West End Trailer by Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage and is now playing in London’s West End. The Piccadilly Theatre has been transformed into a …

Caesar Samayoa, Cristina Sastre & More to Star in HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway

Get the latest news on the cast of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway, including Caesar Samayoa and Cristina Sastre. Get all the details on when and where you can see this exciting production.

In Memoriam: Sarah Lynn Jakubasz, 42 by Frank Hammel

Sarah Lynn Jakubasz, Lighting Director for ABC’s Good Morning America and GMA3: What You Need to Know, died July 22 of complications related to a Glioblastoma. Good Morning America aired a…

Presenting the Sparkling Diamond! by Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Liisi Lafontaine is Satine in Moulin Rouge! The Musical at the Piccadilly Theatre.

HOW I GOT INTO ROBERT PRESTON'S "MUSIC MAN" COSTUME

September 27, 2023: Theatre Yesterday and Today, by Ron Fassler

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Video: Meet BOOP!'s Betty, Jasmine Amy Rogers!

Boop has found a Betty in Jasmine Amy Rogers! The newcomer will star as Betty Boop! in BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre

Reviews: What Did Critics Think of Dead Man Walking at the Metropolitan Opera? by Natan Zamansky

The NYC institution kicked off its 2023-24 season with the house premiere of Jake Heggie and Terrence McNally's opera September 26.

Photos: Get Into the Rehearsal Room for Alicia Keys' Hell's Kitchen at The Public by Logan Culwell-Block

Inspired by Keys' own life, the new musical will star Shoshana Bean and Brandon Victor Dixon.

Fault Line Theatre Reveals Casting For Backstroke Boys and The Beautiful Land I Seek (La Linda Tierra Que Busco Yo) by Margaret Hall

The productions are the newest works in Fault Line's new play development program.

Fringe in Sketch: CYBORG DREAMS (Curt Haworth Movement and Performance) by Aaron Krolikowski

The piece lands in the not-so-distant future, when humans have evolved with their technology to become one. This is a nonlinear journey through the reimagined… The post Fringe in Sketch: …

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PROLIGHTS Astra Wash37Pix are Golden by Michael Eddy

PROLIGHTS' Astra Wash37Pix lights illuminated Australian DJ Golden Features' tour, a project curated by Lighting Designers Nicholas Bechen and Ben Kocsis. This collaboration was made possib…

Nominations Open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards Worldwide

Nominations are now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards worldwide! The 2023 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2022 through Se…

Broadway-Bound Betty Boop Musical Finds Its Beloved Baby-Faced Flapper In ‘Mean Girls’ Jasmine Amy Rogers

Jasmine Amy Rogers, who recently finished a run as the scene-stealing “Gretchen Wieners” in the national tour of Mean Girls, has been cast in the title role of the pre-Broadway world pre…

A.C. Lighting: Luminex Level 1 Training During LDInstitute by Michael Eddy

Luminex Network Intelligence, in partnership with A.C. Lighting Inc., will be participating in the LDInstitute with Luminex’s Level 1 Training program. Join Benjamin Wahiche, Application S…

Nominate Your Arts Educator for the 2024 Excellence in Theatre Education Award

Do you have a theatre teacher who has made a major impact on your life? World Teachers' Day (October 5) is quickly approching and there's no better way to show your appreciation than by sub…

Jasmine Amy Rogers Lands Title Role in World Premiere of BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical by Andrew Gans

The new musical, penned by David Foster, Susan Birkenhead, and Bob Martin, will begin performances in Chicago in November.

40 Years of Broadway: 2003 - 2013: Top Flops, Revivals and New Shows by JK

40 Years of Broadway: 1993 - 2003: Top Flops, Revivals and New Shows When you see my list of my Top 10 favorite Broadway shows from August 20, 2003 - August 19, 2013, you'll probably be m…

Juilliard’s MFA in acting will be tuition-free beginning fall 2024 by Ruthie Fierberg

Donations from Stephanie and Carter McClelland and John Gore have made the change possible.

Video: Ariana DeBose Leads Disney's WISH Movie Musical Trailer

Disney has released the official trailer for Wish, a new animated movie musical starring Ariana DeBose. Featuring the voices of the Academy Award-winning DeBose as Asha, Chris Pine as King M…

MCC Youth Company Auditions OCT 18 & 19 by MCC Theater

#youthcompany #offbroadway #mcctheater REGISTER: https://mcc.theater/youthcompanyaudition MCC Youth Company auditions are almost here! Do you know a high school student interested in theat…

Photos: In Rehearsals for Alicia Keys' HELL'S KITCHEN at the Public Theater

The Public’s world premiere musical HELL’S KITCHEN, featuring music & lyrics by 15-time Grammy winner Alicia Keys and a book by Pulitzer finalist Kristoffer Diaz, is now in rehea…

Jasmine Amy Rogers to Play Betty Boop in New Musical

Interview: Meet THE LION KING's New Simba, Vincent Jamal Hooper

incent Jamal Hooper took his very first bow in The Lion King as “Simba”. The show marks Hooper’s Broadway and Lion King debut. Below, he's checking in with BroadwayWorld to talk all …

Jasmine Amy Rogers to Star as Betty Boop in BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL

This Fall, Jasmine Amy Rogers will star as Betty Boop! in BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical at Broadway In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre. Learn more about the production!

ROE Visual Introduces Topaz – The All-Purpose Live Events LED Video Panel by Michael Eddy

ROE Visual unveils its latest innovation, the Topaz Series, a groundbreaking addition to its LED panel lineup. The Topaz Series goes beyond the ordinary, offering unprecedented flexibility i…

The Slaughterhouse

New Chicago-bound ‘Betty Boop’ musical has its Betty Boop, and other theater news by Chris Jones

“Boop! The Betty Boop Musical” is slated to play from Nov. 19 to Dec. 24 at Chicago’s CIBC Theatre.

Review: Dead Man Walking, an Opera About the Death Penalty

Video: Leslie Odom Jr. Shares Why PURLIE VICTORIOUS Is a 'Very Rare Piece'

Ahead of the opening night of Purlie Victorious, Leslie Odom Jr. appeared on CBS Mornings to discuss why the play is a 'very rare piece.' Odom Jr. also discussed why the play is 'meant to be…

The Sound of Music Film Soundtrack Getting 'Super Deluxe Edition' Release by Logan Culwell-Block

The digital and physical release will include the entirety of the film's music for the first time.

Manhattan Theatre Club Commissions New Works From Preston Max Allen, Shayok Misha Chowdhury, More by Logan Culwell-Block

A public reading of excerpts of three commissions in progress will be held at the American Museum of Natural History.

Former Phoenix Theater Executive Director Marilyn S. Miller Dies at 88 by Margaret Hall

Ms. Miller led nearly 20 companies to Broadway throughout her illustrious career.

See Who's Starring in New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players' Patience by Andrew Gans

The comic opera will launch the company's 49th season.

Review Roundup: Ian McKellen and Roger Allam in FRANK AND PERCY

Ben Weatherill’s new comedy, Frank and Percy,  just opened at The Other Palace in London.  Check out what the critics had to say!

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THEATER NEWS and UPDATES by Sandi Durell

Alive/Theater555 – The Vanishing Elephant/Stage42 – Alice in Neverland/Reading – Stephanie J. Block/Club44 Records New Victory Theater, NYC’s premiere performing arts hub for young a…

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‘I didn’t want to be Bubbly Bonnie Langford for ever’ – the star relives her career highs and lows by Lyndsey Winship

In showbiz since the age of six, and still high-kicking at 59, the screen and stage sensation looks back on her biggest moments – from Cats to Doctor Who to the ‘madness’ of The Masked…

Unbelievable review – Derren Brown presents an evening of magic by proxy by Brian Logan

Criterion theatre, LondonThere’s plenty to enjoy here as a cast of non-magicians subvert conjuring convention with song, dance and synchronised skill As if a career confounding audiences i…

Jungle Island

4Wall Provides Lighting and Rigging Gear for Free Chapel’s 2023 Forward Conference by Michael Eddy

4Wall Entertainment provided a lighting and rigging rental package to Free Chapel for their once-a-year event, 'Forward Conference,’ held at the Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA. This annual …

Review Roundup: FUNNY GIRL Launches National Tour; What Are the Critics Saying?

The National Tour of Funny Girl launched in September in Providence, Rhode Island. Read the reviews for Funny Girl here!

Juilliard's MFA Acting Program Will Be Tuition-Free Starting in 2024-25

Today, Juilliard announced that the Drama Division’s Master of Fine Arts in Acting will join the school’s growing list of tuition-free programs starting in the 2024-25 academic year, bec…

Everything You Need to Know About the 2023 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction

It's just days until one of the most anticipated events of the season for theater lovers. The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction is about to take over the Theatre District and we have …

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Frank and Percy, Starring Ian McKellen and Roger Allam? by Margaret Hall

Ben Weatherill’s new romantic comedy is directed by Sean Mathias.

Juilliard's MFA Acting Program Will Become Tuition Free in 2024 by Logan Culwell-Block

All students accepted into the program will receive full scholarships beginning next fall.

Sesame Street the Musical Extends Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron, Talaura Harms

The stage show features favorite characters like Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Grover performing well-known songs from the TV show plus new ones by Tom Kitt, Helen Park, and Nate Edmondson.

Starting Next Year, the Graduate Acting Program at Juilliard Will Be Tuition-Free

Producer Robert Boyett Will Receive Sardi's Caricature Next Month

Robert L. Boyett, one of Broadway’s most prolific and beloved producers and a creator, writer, and producer of some of the best loved television programs of all time, will receive the hono…

Am I Irish Yet? post-show video and photos: Irishness is Ireland’s greatest export ☘️ by Terri Paddock

Dr Theatre came to the rescue at the White Bear Theatre for the London run of Am I Irish Yet?, the acclaimed one-woman show written and performed by Kate Kerrigan The post Am I Irish Yet? po…

New Musical From The Lion King Writer Roger Allers Sets Reading in California by Logan Culwell-Block

The Grasshopper features a book and lyrics by Allers and music by Genaro Pereira.

That Time Hal Roach Went Into Business with Mussolini by Trav S.D.

Don’t shoot the messenger — I don’t make the news, I just report it! And the extraordinary news is true: in 1937 Hal Roach and Benito Mussolini announced their joint project, to be cal…

'Super Deluxe' THE SOUND OF MUSIC Soundtrack Will Be Released in December, Listen to the First Track!

An all new soundtrack of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s timeless cinematic masterpiece The Sound of Music will be released this December, with multiple expanded, remixed, and remastered re…

SESAME STREET THE MUSICAL Extends Off-Broadway

Sesame Street the Musical is keeping those sunny days around a little bit longer! The musical hit has extended its run through December 31st, 2023, making it a perfect holiday treat and new…

Broadway Grosses w/ 9/24/2023 by Ken Davenport

The top 10 grossing shows from the week ending in... The post Broadway Grosses w/ 9/24/2023 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

In Littleton, The King is alive — and better than ever by Eric Fitzgerald

‘All Shook Up’ musical raising the roof at Town Hall The post In Littleton, The King is alive — and better than ever appeared first on OnStage Colorado.

Sound Designer Abe Jacob to Receive Ming Cho Lee Award by American Theatre Editors

Jacob, known as "the Godfather of Sound," will receive the lifetime achievement award at the Henry Hewes Design Awards on Oct. 23.

Queer Representation in the US by Nabra Nelson, Marina Johnson, Adam Elsayigh

By Nabra Nelson, Marina Johnson, Adam Elsayigh. In this episode, playwright and dramaturg Adam Ashraf Elsayigh joins co-hosts Nabra Nelson and Marina Johnson to unpack what it means to put q…

Grace McLean, Courtnee Carter, Kyle Selig, More to Lead Alice in Neverland Developmental Reading by Molly Higgins

The new musical, by Phil Kenny and Reston Williams, is both a sequel to Alice in Wonderland and a prequel to Peter Pan.

Lissa DeGuzman, Syndee Winters, Anneliese van der Pol to Lead 2024 Disney Princess Concert Tour by Molly Higgins

The trio will sing Disney classics in 39 U.S. cities next year.

Original Cast Recording of British Musical Climb Way Up Due in October by Andrew Gans

Graham Lappin's four-person song cycle was seen at Manchester’s Hope Mill Theatre last year.

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, September 27, 2023 by Susan Grace

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A Performance of Pediophobia: “Nightmare Dollhouse” Brings Uncanny Horror to NYC by Andrew Agress

A long-running immersive horror production returns to New York with 'Nightmare Dollhouse,' exploring a surprisingly popular fear. The full version of the article A Performance of Pediophobi…

HAMILTON's Daveed Diggs and Emmy Raver-Lampman Are Expecting a Child

Hamilton alumni Daveed Diggs and Emmy Raver-Lampman are expecting a baby! The pair first met performing together in Hamilton in 2015, and will now welcome their first child together.

Video: Watch Lele Pons Dance to 'El Tango de Roxanne' From MOULIN ROUGE! on DANCING WITH THE STARS

Singer and social media star Lele Pons and pro Brandon Armstrong performed a tango to “El Tango de Roxanne” from Moulin Rouge on last night's season premiere of Dancing With the Stars. O…

Juilliard’s Top-Tier Graduate Acting Program Is Going Tuition-Free by Michael Paulson

Starting with the next academic year, the drama school will eliminate an “unrealistic burden” for graduate acting students.

"Prelude and The Sound of Music (Alternate Version)" from The Sound of Music Super Deluxe Edition by Rodgers & Hammerstein

Celebrating "the happiest sound in the world" with the definitive Super Deluxe Edition of the beloved soundtrack! Set for release on December 1 and available for pre-order now, The Sound of …

PRE-ORDER NOW: The Sound of Music Super Deluxe Edition by Rodgers & Hammerstein

Celebrating "the happiest sound in the world" with definitive Super Deluxe Edition of the beloved soundtrack. Set for release on December 1 and available for pre-order now, The Sound of Musi…

Iain reviews Evita (Shakespeare Theatre) 9/26/2023 by Iain Armitage: Iain Loves Theatre

On the Couch with Anthony Gooley

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The Yellow Wallpaper review – Charlotte Perkins Gilman’s story given hi-tech staging by Chris Wiegand

Coronet theatre, LondonAurélia Thierrée narrates the tale of a confined ‘hysterical’ woman while Fukiko Takase dances on a screen behind her The putrid wallpaper in Charlotte Perkins G…

TV tonight: an eye-popping look behind the scenes at the Moulin Rouge by Phil Harrison, Ellen E Jones, Hollie Richardson

Some of the high-stepping stars of France’s most famous cabaret club are recruited closer to home than you may think. Plus, Nadiya’s spice world, and rugby behind bars. Here’s what to …

Video: Matt Doyle, Ana Villafañe, and More Perform With SINATRA THE MUSICAL Orchestra

Performances are now underway for Sinatra The Musical, the much anticipated brand new musical based on the life and career of the legend and cultural icon. Check out an all new video here fr…

Dance Top 5: October 2023 by Sharon Hoyer

From Frankenstein to Merce Cunningham, there's dance provocation on stage for everyone.

This Could Be Anywhere: A Review of “The Consul” at Third Eye Theatre Ensemble by Mary Wisniewski

This could be anywhere and any time in the modern era, with people being turned into numbers, and their stories into “cases.”

Spamalot Casting Complete by Sandi Durell

The court of the St. James Theatre is complete! Taran Killam (“Saturday Night Live”) will join the cast of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical comedy Monty Python’s SPAMALOT as Sir…

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023 by Matt Tamanini

Taran Killam Joins ‘Spamalot’ on Broadway, Steve Coogan to Lead ‘Dr. Strangelove,’ Do We Need More ‘Alice in Wonderland’ or ‘Peter Pan’ Adaptations “Today on Broadway” is…

SEASON PREMIERE 9/27/23: NEW On The Mark TV/Radio by Mark G. Auerbach

SEASON PREMIERE 9/27/23: NEW On The Mark TV/Radio from Westfield Community Programming and 89.5fm/WSKB. Peter Filichia’s new book features Broadway brainteasers. And Westfield doc Brian Su…

If We Got Some More Cocaine I Could Show You How I Love You

The post If We Got Some More Cocaine I Could Show You How I Love You appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

HOW I GOT INTO ROBERT PRESTON’S “MUSIC MAN”COSTUME by Ron Fassler

Modeling Raoul Pène Du Bois “76 Trombones” costume, built for Robert Preston in “The Music Man” in 1957.September 27, 2023: Theatre Yesterday and Today, by Ron Fassler By chance l…

The first minute of untitled f*ck m*ss s**gon play by Kimber Lee | Opening scenes at the Young Vic by Young Vic

In its full, unadulterated glory: the opening scene of Kimber Lee's untitled f*ck m*ss s**gon play. At the Young Vic until 4 November: https://www.youngvic.org/whats-on/untitled-fck-mss-sgo…

'untitled f*ck m*ss s**gon play' review – a furious and necessary skewering of colonialist classics by Matt Wolf

2023 Olivier nominee Mei Mac stars in Kimber Lee play about Asian stereotyping over time

One Fell Swoop Circus presents In Common

The post One Fell Swoop Circus presents In Common appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

New artistic director appointed to forty five downstairs by Aussie Theatre

fortyfivedownstairs is excited to announce Cameron Lukey as the new Artistic Director of the theatre, following Mary Lou Jelbart AM’s

A CT record store is marking 40 years as a mecca for collectors with an anniversary party and special guests by Christopher Arnott

The Mystic Disc record store is celebrating its 40th anniversary on Saturday with performances, trivia and tributes to the shop's owner.

Griffin Theatre Company reveals its 2024 Season

The post Griffin Theatre Company reveals its 2024 Season appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Dancers head to the woods in Fox Chapel for 'Living Landscapes' film premiere by Mary Ann Thomas / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Make a chair, read a book or check out 'Nick Offerman: Live!' Saturday at Heinz Hall by Joshua Axelrod / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The actor and “humorist” is bringing his original music and witty observations about modern society to Pittsburgh this weekend. 

How Directors Are Reimagining Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Shows by Michael Paulson

How hotshot directors are reimagining “Cats,” “Evita,” “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “Sunset Boulevard.”

Stephen Sondheim’s Final Musical is Opening. How Complete Was It? by Michael Paulson

Sondheim said days before his death in 2021 that he did not know when it would be finished, but the musical, now called “Here We Are,” begins performances Thursday.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 27th, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 27, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Wicked celebrates 17 years in the West End and extends bookings by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Wicked the Musical cel.ebrates 17 years in London's West End and extends booking to 15 December 2024. Book Wicked Tickets Now! This post Wicked celebrates 17 years in the Wes…

Michael Flatley to explore ‘pinnacles and pitfalls’ of his life in new documentary film by Isobel Lewis

‘Lord of the Dance’ creator was treated for cancer in January

MTC – My Sister Jill premieres this week by Aussie Theatre

Patricia Cornelius’ My Sister Jill makes its world premiere tomorrow, Thursday 28 September, at Melbourne Theatre Company’s Southbank Theatre. Australia’s

WICKED Announces Charity Partnership by Aussie Theatre

The Broadway musical phenomenon WICKED, now playing at the Sydney Lyric Theatre, today announced that the Australian Literacy & Numeracy

New Theatre Company Milliom Productions Brings THE HUNT Play to The Brisbane Powerhouse by Aussie Theatre

New Theatre Company Milliom Productions Brings “The Hunt” Play to The Brisbane Powerhouse After a Sell-Out Premiere in London’s West

Frank and Percy at The Other Palace adds two further weeks to limited season by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Two extra weeks have been added to the limited season of Frank and Percy starring Ian McKellen and Roger Allam due to popular demand. This post Frank and Percy at The Other P…

Lyric Hammersmith announces Spring / Summer 2024 Season by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo London's Lyric Hammersmith Theatre have announced their Spring/Summer 2024 Season. Lyric Hammersmith Tickets on sale now. This post Lyric Hammersmith announces Spring / Summe…

Untitled F*ck M*ss S**gon Play, Young Vic review - committed and important play let down by heavy-handed writing by Gary Naylor

★★ UNTITLED F*UCK M*SS S**GON PLAY, YOUNG VIC A gruelling watch, but message hits home Satirical comedy-drama labours its points across an uninterrupted two hours Seldom can a title hav…

Studies Indicate Arts Degrees May Be Worth It by Joe Patti

Recently on the NEA Quick Study podcast Sunil Iyengar, Director of Research and Analysis at the National Endowment for the Arts shared data that indicated getting an arts degree can be worth…

Corbin Bleu & Constance Wu join Little Shop of Horrors by bwaySHO

Corbin Bleu & Constance Wu join Little Shop of Horrors

Michael Ball UK Tour | Tickets and Venues – On With The Show Tour 2024 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Michael Ball is to tour the UK in 2024 in a series of solo concerts at a venue near you. How to get Michael Ball tickets. This post Michael Ball UK Tour | Tickets and Venues …

Close Up–The Twiggy Musical Opens at London's Menier Chocolate Factory September 27 by Andrew Gans

The world premiere is written and directed by Ben Elton.

Cyrus Aaron's Coping Mechanism Begins Off-Broadway at Wild Project September 27 by Logan Culwell-Block

The limited run will continue through October 21.

West End's Frozen Welcomes New Cast Members September 27 by Andrew Gans

The Disney musical continues at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Purlie Victorious Opens on Broadway September 27 by Logan Culwell-Block

Leslie Odom, Jr. stars in and co-produces the first-ever Broadway revival of the Ossie Davis play.

IMPRESSIONS: Les 5 Sens X The Intermission by The Dance Enthusiast

"Through the lens of black culture, people are invited to discover the street and club dance scene. They are invited to experience us. I wanted to highlight black culture and activists from …

HELP! I’ve Been Kidnapped by Jigsaw and He Wants to Play Something Called The Pajama Game by Broadway Beat

by Matt Keeley. @reallymattkeeley. UNDISCLOSED LOCATION - Oh God. Oh my god. If anyone can hear me, please send help – I’ve been...