Review Roundup: POOR YELLA REDNECKS at Manhattan Theatre Club

Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the New York premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen (Vietgone, Raya and The Last Dragon) and directed by May Adrales (Vietgone, Golden Sh…

Hilarious and Heartwarming is Morning After Grace at Pigs Do Fly by Bill Hirschman

By Britin Haller Pigs Do Fly’s Morning After Grace is laugh-out-loud funny, with Carey Crim’s script chock with just about every adult theme imaginable, this is a big feat indeed. It’s…

REVIEW: The Interview, Park Theatre, London ✭✭✭✭ by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Jonathan Maitland’s new play, The Interview, at London’s Park Theatre explores issues around Martin Bashir’s controversial TV interview with Diana Princess of Wales …

Real Women Have Curves Teaser by American Repertory Theater

An empowering new musical about life’s unexpected curves. STARTS DEC 6: https://americanrepertorytheater.org/shows-events/real-women-have-curves/ After eighteen years under the roof of her…

MANAHATTA IN CONVERSATION with Director Laurie Woolery | The Public Theater by The Public Theater

“It was always our dream from the very beginning to come back to The Public Theater.” - Laurie Woolery, Director Join Director Laurie Woolery as she explores the monumental impact of MA…

Broadway Update by Barry Gordin

Huey Lewis and Lempicka Musical; Sweeney Casting, Etc. By: David Sheward November 1, 2023: Huey Lewis and the News is the latest pop group to have their song catalogue serve as the inspi…

‘Poor Yella Rednecks’ Review: A Writer’s Origin Story Remixes Conventions by Naveen Kumar

Qui Nguyen’s crowd-tickling comedy about a Vietnamese family in Arkansas mixes hip-hop and martial arts with soapy twists and turns.

Poor Yella Rednecks: A RIchly Colorful Comedy with an Asian Accent by Roma Torre

★★★★☆ The refugee family from Vietgone returns to Manhattan Theatre Club with new adventures, more rap music and their kick-ass puppet son The post Poor Yella Rednecks: A RIchly Co…

Video: See Highlights From PAL JOEY at New York City Center

NEW YORK CITY CENTER is presenting Pal Joey! The production opens with a benefit performance on November 1 (through 5), celebrating 80 years at the center or the arts, followed by a gala din…

Brink Productions announces Stephen Nicolazzo as new Artistic Director

The post Brink Productions announces Stephen Nicolazzo as new Artistic Director appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

November 2023 New York Theater Openings by New York Theater

Below is a calendar of theater opening* in New York in November, featuring the return to the stage of Danny DeVito, Diane Wiest, Priscilla Lopez, James Monroe Iglehart and Christopher Abbott…

THE TIME TRAVELLER’S WIFE. Apollo, W1 by Libby Purves and Friends

SCIENCE FANTASY AND HONEST EMOTION        I don’t normally indulge in first-night anecdotes,  but feel I should mention that in the big wedding scene Joanna Woodward tossed her bouque…

The Time Traveller’s Wife review – eternal romance is a bumpy ride by Arifa Akbar

Apollo theatre, LondonJoss Stone and Dave Stewart’s strangely forgettable score does little to lift this musical but there are some wonderful set pieces For the millions of readers held ra…

'The Witches Sisterhood': Former Elphabas and Glindas Celebrate Wicked's Legacy by Playbill

Wicked's 20th anniversary green carpet on October 30 served as a family reunion for veterans of the beloved musical.

The Addams Family in Concert: Featuring Ramin Karimloo, Michelle Visage, and Lesley Joseph at The London Palladium by Belaid S

Get ready for a spooktacular treat as The Addams Family Musical is hitting the West End for an exclusive two-night

AND THEN THERE WERE NONE. Richmond & touring by Libby Purves and Friends

AGATHA STRIKES AGAIN       This is Extreme Agatha Christie, her most preposterous (and bestselling) plot and one of the most murderously morbid (NB the final moments of the staging are no…

ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio, 11/01/23. by Mark G. Auerbach

NEW ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio, 11/01/23. Goodspeed’s 2024 season, The Springfield Symphony journeys to the planets, The Holdovers was filmed in WMass and arts news for WMass and No.…

Mean Girls Reveals Premiere Dates and Specifics for Upcoming West End Shows by Belaid S

The hit show Mean Girls is finally making its grand entrance on the West End, and we can hardly contain

Photos: What Did Your Favorite Broadway Star Wear for Halloween? by Talaura Harms

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Annaleigh Ashford, the cast of Gutenberg!, and more Broadway favorites went all out for Halloween.

Hit the Green Carpet! See Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth Reunite for Wicked’s 20th Anniversary by Darryn King

A coven of witches (and other Wicked alums) descended on the Gershwin Theatre on October 30 for the 20th anniversary performance of Wicked. All eyes were naturally on original stars Idina Me…

Under the Radar Festival 2024 Unveils Additional Programming - Tickets on Sale Now

Find out about the newly announced shows and programming for Under the Radar Festival 2024. Get your tickets now and don't miss out on this exciting event featuring emerging artists and cutt…

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, November 2-8, 2023 by Kyle V. Hiller

Performances hit the stage at the Arden, Theatre Horizon, and the Drake, and more start November. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.

Theatre Review: ‘Fat Ham’ at Studio Theatre by Nancy Blum

The anticipatory buzz surrounding David Ijames’ “Fat Ham” was apt prelude to its arrival at Studio Theatre. It had a sold-out run at the Public and then a stint on Broadway. This produ…

PAL JOEY Highlights | New York City Center by New York City Center

Don’t miss your chance to be “Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered” by this brand-new adaptation of Pal Joey! Co-directed by Tony Goldwyn and Savion Glover, this Rodgers and Hart class…

Funny Girl at the Peace Center by Jeff Catanese

Triple threat Katerina McCrimmon establishes herself as one of the great Fanny Brices.

The BSR November 2023 repertory movie roundup by Stephen Silver

November is a month for a lot of cinema classics, from the best filmmakers, at theaters around the Philadelphia area. Stephen Silver previews.

Watch: The Wiz Star Nichelle Lewis Sings 'Wonder, Wonder Why' by Logan Culwell-Block

Currently starring as Dorothy in the pre-Broadway tour, Lewis sings one of the production's most unique song list additions.

Get a 1st Look at Reimagined Pal Joey Revival, Opening With a Gala Performance November 1 by Logan Culwell-Block

Ephraim Sykes stars in the Savion Glover–choreographed New York City Center production.

Studio Theatre serves up a delectable platter of ‘Fat Ham’ by Peter Marks

“Fat Ham,” James Ijames’s comic riff on “Hamlet,” features a fine Studio Theatre cast headed by Marquis D. Gibson.

Theatre Review: ‘Confederates’ presented by Mosaic Theater at Atlas Performing Arts Center by Anne Valentino

As is the case with many of her plays, Dominique Morisseau is not afraid to depict what many are hesitant to say out loud. “Confederates” is no exception. Tackling racism, sexism, slaver…

BSR Classical Interludes, November 2023 by Gail Obenreder

November classical music offerings throughout the Philadelphia area, featuring performances from Articinia, Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, and music at the Woodlands. Gail Obenreder pre…

‘More Clytemnestra than Waller-Bridge’: BOY PARTS – Soho Theatre by Justin Murray

Adaptations of novels into one-person shows have yielded powerful theatre in the last few years: A Girl Is A Half-Formed Thing by Eimear McBride at the Young Vic is one of my most memorable …

Photos: Get a First Look at PAL JOEY at New York City Center

Check out photos of Loretta Devine and the cast of Encores! Pal Joey at New York City Center. Get a sneak peek at the talented performers bringing this classic show to life.

Sputnik Sweetheart review – Haruki Murakami’s love triangle staged in style by Arifa Akbar

Arcola theatre, LondonThe enigmatic 1999 novel about three entwined lives is sleekly adapted by Bryony Lavery and sharply directed by Melly Still Here is a story of unrequited love in which …

‘Thinking’ Small and Local by American Theatre Editors

Keen Company's roving production of Joan Didion's mourning memoir makes a good fit for Long Wharf's itinerant programming agenda.

Broadway: Huey Lewis and the News Jukebox Musical Coming This Spring, Like it Or Not by Roger Friedman

Another jukebox musical would seem like a futile effort for Broadway at this point. Do we really need one of these shows

Dance Review: ‘We Walk in Moonlight’ presented by Full Circle Dance Company and Ballet Theatre of Maryland at The Gordon Center by Carolyn Kelemen

“We Walk in Moonlight,” the recent collaboration between Full Circle Dance Company (FCDC) and Ballet Theatre of Maryland (BTM) the Gordon Center, was a harmonious dance experience that l…

Video: Watch THE WIZ's Dorothy, Nichelle Lewis, Sing 'Wonder, Wonder Why'

Get a first listen to Nichelle Lewis, who stars as Dorohy in the Broadway-bound revival of The Wiz, performing “Wonder Wonder Why” from the iconic musical. Lewis performed the song on …

I NEED THAT Starring Danny DeVito Opens Tomorrow on Broadway

Roundabout Theatre Company will present the world premiere of I Need That by Theresa Rebeck, starring Danny DeVito, directed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel, which opens tomorrow, Thursday, Novemb…

New Stage Musical Adaptation of Clueless to Debut in U.K. by Logan Culwell-Block

The new version will feature an original score by KT Tunstall and Glenn Slater.

Mike Birbiglia: The Old Man and the Pool Will Stream on Netflix by Talaura Harms

The solo show ran at Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center in the 2022–23 Broadway season.

Theatre Review: ‘Proof’ presented by McLean Community Players at The Alden Theater by Anne Valentino

David Auburn’s “Proof” won both the Pulitzer and the Tony for Best Play. It has become a widely produced American classic. Ostensibly, it centers on mathematical equations and the head…

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is reborn, will return to Connecticut in 2024 by Christopher Arnott

The revived and refreshed Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will make two Connecticut stops in 2024.

IMPRESSIONS: Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE presented by Harlem Stage's E-MOVES by The Dance Enthusiast

 IMPRESSIONS: Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE presented by Harlem Stage's E-MOVES "What most distinguishes Brown’s work, however, is its soaring feeling of uplift..." Robert Johnson, New York

POSTCARDS: Spark Movement Collective Celebrates Their 14th and Final Year with ORIGINS by The Dance Enthusiast

In POSTCARDS: Spark Movement Collective Celebrates Their 14th and Final Year with ORIGINS -"We are so proud of Sparks' evolution and the number of people this organization has reached throu…

Nathan Lane On The Return Of His Sondheim Collaboration ‘The Frogs’ by Harry Haun

As he prepares for a two-night concert of the Sondheim musical 'The Frogs,' Nathan Lane explains how what started with a chance bookstore encounter grew to a collaboration that involved seve…

VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: Watch T.3’s Debut Single DILLY DILLY

If you have been on TikTok at any point in the past few years, there is a high chance you have seen a clip of T.3, the vocal trio featuring Liam Fennecken, Jim Hogan, and Brendan Jacob Smith…

Gun & Powder | Inside Look by Paper Mill Playhouse

Under the blazing Texas sun, we find the story of African-American sisters Mary & Martha Clarke. Legend has it, the Clarke sisters were driven from their homes with only their instincts – …

Edinburgh Fringe Favorite We’ll Have Nun Of It to Play London's The Other Palace by Margaret Hall

The new musical takes place in the 1960s, as four friends navigate convent school life, with a background of pop, soul, and folk music.

In the Heights and Waitress Will Make Muny Premieres During 106th Season by Andrew Gans

Seven musicals will play the outdoor St. Louis venue in summer 2024.

Alex Edelman’s solo play ‘Just for Us’ launches U.S. tour by Andy Lefkowitz

The tour began in October at San Francisco’s Curran Theatre.

Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony

Theatre Review: ‘Orlando’ at Constellation Theatre Company by Fosse Thornton

Sarah Ruhl’s “Orlando”, written in 1998 and adapted from Virginia Woolf’s “Orlando: A Biography” (1928), plays like a Greek epic. That a minotaur or siren could appear seems as p…

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LOVE ACTUALLY Musical Experience to Star Drew Seeley & Grace Kinstler

Love Actually Live, a 'Broadway-style' show that combines songs inspired by the classic holiday film with scenes from the movie itself, will star Drew Seely and Grace Kinstler. The High Sch…

Goodspeed Musicals Votes to Unionize

The run crew, makeup, wig and hairstylists, costume shop, and scenic shop workers at Goodspeed Musical Theatre have successfully organized with Locals 84, 798, and United Scenic Artists 829.

‘The Heart of Rock and Roll’ to open on Broadway in spring of 2024 by Ruthie Fierberg

The jukebox musical features songs by Huey Lewis and the News.

Brody Grant, Sky Lakota-Lynch, Brent Comer and Jason Schmidt to Star in The Outsiders on Broadway by Ruthie Fierberg

Initial principal casting is set for The Outsiders. The previously reported new musical will begin performances on March 16, 2024, and open on April 11 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Da…

Celebrate 20 Years of Wicked and More on The Broadway Show! Watch the Premiere! by Broadway.com

Before The Broadway Show with Tamsen Fadal airs nationwide this weekend, we're offering a first look at the episode with our YouTube premiere at 8PM ET on Wednesday, November 1! Hosted by …

Theater review: ‘Hadestown’ tackles love, art and the limits of each by Gemma Wilson

Tony-winning mythological musical "Hadestown" is back at Seattle's Paramount Theatre through Nov. 5. Here's what our critic thought of the popular production.

Alex Edelman’s Just for Us to Tour the US

Goodspeed Backstage Crew Unionizes With IATSE by Logan Culwell-Block

The Connecticut venue's crew, costume, scenic, hair, and makeup staff voted overwhelmingly to join the labor group.

Fringe Favorite Dark Noon, More Joins St. Ann's Warehouse's 2023-2024 Season by Margaret Hall

Three U.K. originated productions will now play the Brooklyn venue.

Theatrical Mustang: Michael Urie’s Medieval Musical Era by American Theatre Editors

This month Woodzick talks to mutli-hyphenate performer Michael Urie ahead of his return to Broadway in 'Spamalot.'

Joe Mazza’s Brave Lens by Gabriela

How one iconic Chicago theatre photographer captures the 'now' not only with his camera but with whole body and soul.

JAMES RADO CELEBRATION OF LIFE by Robert Shuman

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Alex Edelman’s Just For Us to Tour the U.S.

The Addams Family by Steven Morris

George Chavez, Delilah Shafer and Emma Yarian (Photo by Jan Glasband)     Reviewed by Socks WhitmoreActors’ Repertory Theatre of SimiThrough Nov 12 They’re creepy, they’re kooky, and…

New Musical The Ladies Man to Have Industry Reading

Baby Foot by Steven Morris

Hope Lauren (Photo by Jeff Lorch) Reviewed by Martin HernandezRogue Machine at the Matrix TheatreThrough November 30 RECOMMENDED Budding musician Alexis (Hope Lauren) is leaving the Pacific …

Winners of the Philadelphia Film Festival Awards by Smalley Bogg

The Philadelphia Film Society announced the award winners for the 32nd Philadelphia Film Festival after the local premiere of Sly (a documentary on the career… The post Winners of the Phi…

Photos: Go Inside the First Preview of SPAMALOT on Broadway

See photos from the first performance of Spamalot's return to Broadway!

Video: Watch Betty Who, Phillip Boykin and Solea Pfeiffer in New Highlights from HADESTOWN

Hadestown welcomed new stars! Betty Who, Phillip Boykin and Solea Pfeiffer joined the cast as Persephone, Hades and Eurydice respectively. Check out a first look at the trio in action in t…

Imelda Staunton to Star in HELLO, DOLLY! at the London Palladium Summer 2024

Imedla Staunton will lead a revival of Hello, Dolly! at the London Palladium in summer 2024.

Imelda Staunton-Led Revival of Hello, Dolly! Dates London Palladium Run for Summer 2024 by Andrew Gans

Olivier winner Staunton will play matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi opposite Andy Nyman's Horace Vandergelder.

Playbill Celebrates Broadway's November Birthdays! by Julia Chambers

From the infamous lord of the underworld to the famous painter in the park, Playbill is raising a glass to all the November Broadway birthdays.

Alex Edelman's Just for Us Launches U.S. Tour by Logan Culwell-Block

The comedian's solo show has already played Broadway, London, Edinburgh, Melbourne, and more.

The Color Purple Is for 'Every Woman and Man Who Has Felt Unseen and Unvalued,' Says Oprah Winfrey by Logan Culwell-Block

Get a closer look at some of the upcoming movie musical's dance numbers in this featurette.

Broadway Theaters to Dim Lights in Memory of Sheldon Harnick

Video: Watch Nkrumah Gatling, Awa Sal Secka, Teal Wicks, More in Highlights From Signature's Ragtime by Andrew Gans, Logan Culwell-Block

Matthew Gardiner directs the Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty musical at the D.C.-area theatre.

Photos and Video: Broadway's MJ the Musical Celebrates Halloween With 'Thriller' Encore by Andrew Gans

The hit musical continues at the Neil Simon Theatre.

New Partnership Will Give Publishing and Licensing Opportunities to The Black List Playwrights by Logan Culwell-Block

Theatrical Rights Worldwide will publish a six-play collection, the first of an annual series, from online submissions.

Letters: Bill Kenwright obituary by David Johnson and Rosalind Ross

In the early 1960s Bill Kenwright and I were both in the National Youth Theatre. His broad Merseyside accent provided a high point during our production of Richard III. It’s hard to do pho…

Yeats’ play on sale for £125,000 – thanks to message from the dead by David Barnett

A 1924 seance has solved the mystery surrounding a signed copy of the dramatist’s first play Billed as “one of the greatest rarities of English literature”, a signed copy of William Bu…

John Travolta to Lead THAT'S AMORE! Movie Musical With Katherine Heigl

John Travolta and Katherine Heigl will lead That's Amore!, a new movie musical from Oscar-winning writer and director Nick Vallelonga. Travolta will be returning to his movie musical roots …

The Muny Unveils 106th Season Featuring LES MISERABLES, DREAMGIRLS, WAITRESS & More

The Muny has revealed the seven show lineup for its 106th Season. The season, bursting with premieres, comedies, romance and magic, opens June 17, 2024 and runs through August 25, 2024.

Broadway theaters to dim lights in memory of Sheldon Harnick by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony Award-winning lyricist behind “Fiddler on the Roof” and “She Loves Me” passed away in June.

‘Shucked,’ ‘Spamalot,’ ‘How to Dance in Ohio’ and more to perform at 2023 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade by Ruthie Fierberg

The parade and its broadcast will kick off at 8:30 a.m. for the first time.

Video: Watch Denée Benton, Alan Cumming & More In GENIE Holiday Film Trailer Starring Melissa McCarthy

Starring Oscar nominee Melissa McCarthy, the film also features Tony winner Alan Cumming, Tony nominee Denée Benton, and Tony winner LaChanze. They are joined by Marc Maron and Luis G…

‘Merry Me’ Review: A Loopy Sex Comedy Focused on Female Pleasure by Laura Collins-Hughes

Hansol Jung’s new play riffs on Greek dramas, the Restoration comedy “The Country Wife” and Tony Kushner’s “Angels in America.”

Grenfell Fire Docudrama, Tobias Menzies in The Hunt Coming to St. Ann’s Warehouse

Most Wonderful Time of the Year: An Evening With the Broadway Sinfonietta

St. Ann's Warehouse Unveils Full 2023-24 Season

Explore the highly anticipated 2023-2024 season at St. Ann's Warehouse. Discover the dates, venues, and exciting lineup of shows coming to this renowned theater. Don't miss out on the unforg…

& Juliet, Back to the Future, Spamalot, and More to Perform at Macy’s Parade

Jenn Colella, L Morgan Lee, Taylor Iman Jones & Wren Rivera to be Featured On XENA: WARRIOR MUSICAL Album

Grammy winner Jenn Colella and Tony nominee L Morgan Lee join the cast of Xena: Warrior Musical on its original cast album.

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Mike Birbiglia's THE OLD MAN & THE POOL Coming to Netflix Following Broadway Run

Following runs on Broadway and the West End, Mike Birbiglia's The Old Man and the Pool is coming to Netflix. Mike Birbiglia is a comedian, storyteller, director, and actor who has performed…

Mulatto Math: Summing Up the Race Equation in America

Huey Lewis and the News Musical The Heart of Rock and Roll to Open on Broadway in Spring 2024 by Darryn King

The Heart of Rock and Roll, a new musical inspired by the songs of smooth ’80s hitmakers Huey Lewis and The News, will arrive at the James Earl Jones Theatre in 2024. Previews are schedule…

McFly Files: Backstage at Back To the Future with Casey Likes, Episode 6: Man About Town! by Broadway.com

Back to the Future star Casey Likes is back with the sixth episode of McFly Files! This week, Casey takes fans to New York Comic Con, Watch What Happens Live and even to the musical's fun ce…

This ‘Fairy Queen’ Connects the Dots Between Purcell and Street Dance by Brian Seibert

A production featuring graduates of Le Jardin des Voix, run by William Christie, with choreography by Mourad Merzouki, comes to Lincoln Center on Thursday.

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Reneé Rapp vocals live are insane!!! 🔥🔥🔥 by bwaySHO

Reneé Rapp sings “In The Kitchen” live at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn for the Snow Hard Feelings Tour. 🎥: @bwaySHO #reneerapp #inthekitchen #tour

Photos & Video: MJ Celebrates Halloween With Special 'Thriller' Performance

Get a glimpse of MJ's show-stopping 'Thriller' performance through photos and videos!

Justin Beiber aka Reneé Rapp: “One Less Lonely Girl” by bwaySHO

Justin Beiber aka Reneé Rapp: “One Less Lonely Girl” at the Halloween performance in Brooklyn 🎥: @bwaySHO #justinbeiber #reneerapp #onelesslonelygirl

Fall Leaves, Pumpkin Spice, and Everything Nice! Playbill's 2023 November Horoscope by Yoanna Nikolova, Jeffrey Vizcaíno

Which Broadway show aligns with your horoscope reading this month?

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of Star-Studded I Can Get It for You Wholesale Revival by Andrew Gans

CSC's Off-Broadway production features Santino Fontana, Judy Kuhn, Adam Chanler-Berat, Rebecca Naomi Jones, Julia Lester, Joy Woods, and more.

'The Witches Sisterhood': Former Elphabas and Glindas Weigh In On Wicked's Legacy by Meg Masseron

Kristin Chenoweth, Idina Menzel, Talia Suskauer, and more reflect on 20 years of Wicked.

Jenn Colella, L Morgan Lee, Taylor Iman Jones, More Featured on New Xena: Warrior Musical Album by Margaret Hall

The musical previously enjoyed a successful run last year at Brooklyn’s 3 Dollar Bill.

Constance Wu Has Been Trying to Get to the Stage for a Long Time by Diep Tran

As Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, the Crazy Rich Asians actor is fulfilling a longtime dream.

Go Inside the Opening Night of Merry Me at New York Theatre Workshop by Meg Masseron

Leigh Silverman directs the Off-Broadway production of Hansol Jung's queer restoration comedy.

Jessica Rush to Lead Industry Reading of New Musical Stalled by Meg Masseron

Jamibeth Margolis will direct the modern musical centering on motherhood, girlhood, love, and loss.

West End Premiere of Bronco Billy—The Musical Finds Its Cast by Logan Culwell-Block

Based on the 1980 Clint Eastwood film, the show comes to the U.K. following a 2019 world premiere in Los Angeles.

Review: I Can Get It For You Wholesale at Classic Stage Company by Lane Williamson

Julia Lester steals the show and proves she is an unmissable talent in this rare revival of an early '60s musical. Lane Williamson reviews. The post Review: I Can Get It For You Wholesale at…

Denver Actors Fund unveils new leadership structure by Osc Staff Report

Kenny Moten and Ronni Stark will serve as co-presidents for organization supporting Colorado theatre artists The post Denver Actors Fund unveils new leadership structure appeared first on On…

The Outsiders Announces Preliminary Casting by Ruthie Fierberg

Initial principal casting is set for The Outsiders. The previously reported new musical will begin performances on March 16, 2024, and open on April 11 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Da…

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Kenneth Branagh-Led King Lear? by Margaret Hall

The production plays London's West End before transferring to Off-Broadway's The Shed.

Monster Show review – trans take on Frankenstein is a stomping experiment by Kate Wyver

Camden People’s theatre, LondonDressed as the creature, Hester Stefan Chillingworth live-dubs the 1931 movie and reframes the narrative The 1931 movie Frankenstein plays silently on the ba…

A hotbed of English radicalism? Auden, Britten and the unsung glory of the Group Theatre by Sam Kinchin-Smith

When they weren’t having screaming rows, the members of this overlooked 1930s collective changed the course of cultural history. Why isn’t it better known? The year is 1937, and at a far…

Dance First review – Samuel Beckett’s life given the high gloss Hollywood treatment by Peter Bradshaw

Vivid portrait of the great playwright of inertia points up the contrast with his real-life romantic entanglements and daring work for the French resistance Director James Marsh has boldly, …

Revisiting the early civil rights movement from the female point of view by Eric Fitzgerald

At Vintage Theatre, ‘Cadillac Crew’ depicts women fighting a multi-front battle for recognition and respect The post Revisiting the early civil rights movement from the female point of v…

Common Ground: Stories from America’s Vintage Movie Theatres by Trav S.D.

We pause now from our unceasing torrent of self-promotion to engage in a little…indirect self-promotion! I’ve been working with Gary Hardcastle for months on the audio-book version of my…

Eagle Production Co and Moshe Baskin Sets Stage for Salvation Army with ChamSys MagicQ MQ500M by Michael Eddy

The Kalahari Resort in the Pocono mountains was the site of The Way, a Salvation Army Young Adult Retreat. Reflecting the ebullient personality and sound of the band was an eight-universe l…

Video: Watch Alex Newell Perform 'Independently Owned' From SHUCKED on COLBERT

Tony winner Alex Newell appeared on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to perform their showstopping Shucked musical number, 'Independently Owned.' Newell frequently receives mid-show stand…

Exclusive: Watch 'Barrett's Song' from TITANIC THE MUSICAL

While we await Titanic's arrival on the big screen, check out an exclusive video clip of 'Barrett's Song', performed by Adam Filipe.

Jessica Rush Will Lead Industry Presentation of STALLED: A NEW MUSICAL

Stalled: A New Musical will receive an invite-only industry presentation on November 9, 2023.   Stalled is written by Liesl Wilke (book and lyrics) and Andy Marsh (music and lyrics), with a…

Huey Lewis Jukebox Musical The Heart of Rock and Roll to Arrive on Broadway in Spring 2024 by Margaret Hall

The musical will play the James Earl Jones Theatre following the limited run of Gutenberg! The Musical!

Dianne Wiest-Led Scene Partners Extends Off-Broadway by Margaret Hall

Rachel Chavkin directs the John J. Caswell, Jr. play at the Vineyard Theatre, which began performances October 26.

Broadway Will Dim Its Lights in Memory of Tony Winner Sheldon Harnick by Andrew Gans

The Fiddler on the Roof lyricist passed away in June at the age of 99.

SHUCKED, SPAMALOT & More Set For Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Performances on NBC

The annual Thanksgiving Day celebration will feature a performance by music legend Cher and also features performances by Broadway’s “& Juliet,” “Back to the Future: The Musical,…

Exclusive Photos: Get A First Look At Signature Theatre's RAGTIME

Get a first look at photos of Ragtime at Signature Theatre.

Broadway Theatres Will Dim Lights in Memory of Sheldon Harnick Next Week

On November 9, 2023, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of Broadway theatres in New York for one minute at exactly 6:45pm, in honor of Sheldon Harnick.

Tickets to See THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical On Sale Now; 'Gift a Ticket' Program on Oprah's Favorite Things Holiday List

Get ready to be swept away by the newly reimagined movie musical version of The Color Purple, starring Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, and Taraji P. Henson. To make things even better, Fa…

GoFundMe Campaign Launched to Help With Erik Jensen's Battle With Stage IV Cancer

The family of Erik Jensen, actor, writer, and director, has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds to help with his battle with cancer. According to the fundraising page, Jensen surviv…

Huey Lewis Musical THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Will Arrive on Broadway in 2024

As BroadwayWorld first reported in September, The Heart of Rock and Roll is coming to Broadway! Producers Hunter Arnold, Tyler Mitchell and Kayla Greenspan announced today that the new musi…

Huey Lewis Musical ‘The Heart Of Rock And Roll’ Sets Broadway Spring Opening

The Heart of Rock and Roll, a new musical featuring the hit songs of ’80s superstars Huey Lewis and The News, is coming to Broadway this spring, with previews beginning at The James Earl J…

& Juliet, Back to the Future, Shucked, More Will Perform at 2023 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade by Logan Culwell-Block

This year's parade has been extended by 30 minutes, a first for the annual tradition.

World Premiere Sasha Velour-Moisés Kauffman Collab in Upcoming La Jolla Playhouse Season by Molly Higgins

The California venue's season will kick off with The Ballad of Johnny and June, featuring the music of Johnny Cash & June Carter.

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Merry Me Off-Broadway? by Meg Masseron

Leigh Silverman directs the New York Theatre Workshop production.

Burlesque the Musical, With Songs by Christina Aguilera and More, Sets 2024 World Premiere by Andrew Gans

Aguilera will also executive produce the new musical, featuring a book by Steven Antin and Kate Wetherhead.

Shakespeare Theatre Company Reveals Dates, Venue for Macbeth by Molly Higgins

Before STC's run in Washington, D.C., the production will have completed engagements at custom-built theatre spaces in Liverpool, Edinburgh, and London.

Watch: Anthony Rapp-Directed Short Film Type 1 by Margaret Hall

The short film explores the barriers to insulin access put in place for diabetics.

Photos: See Reneé Rapp Perform at Terminal 5, As Part of Her International Tour by Molly Higgins

The Mean Girls alum performed a collection of songs from her debut album and EP, plus a special duet in honor of Wicked's 20th anniversary.

Bernadette Peters and Elaine Paige Will Host 1st Live Version of West End Woofs (and Meows) by Andrew Gans

The pet adoption event will be held at St. Paul's Church at Covent Garden.

Shoshana Bean, Victor Garber, More Will Remember the Ribbon, Streaming Free on Playbill by Logan Culwell-Block

The fourth annual event marks World AIDS Day and supports Broadway Cares.

Huey Lewis and the News Musical Is Coming to Broadway in March by Michael Paulson

“The Heart of Rock and Roll” is a romantic comedy featuring songs by the chart-topping 1980s band.

Broadway Grosses w/ 10/29/2023 by Ken Davenport

The top 10 grossing shows from the week ending in... The post Broadway Grosses w/ 10/29/2023 first appeared on Ken Davenport.

Watch: How Chip Zien Lied His Way Into Into The Woods by Margaret Hall

The beloved actor reflects on his impressive resume of landmark musicals.

Roundabout Theatre Company Extends Covenant Off-Broadway by Molly Higgins

Tiffany Nichole Greene directs the York Walker play's world premiere.

Sky Lakota-Lynch & More to Star in THE OUTSIDERS on Broadway; Listen to the First Track 'Great Expectations' From OBC Recording

The initial cast has been revealed for the Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s landmark motion pictur…

Photos: Inside the Star-Studded After Party For WICKED's 20th Anniversary

Broadway's best gathered to celebrate Wicked's 20 epic years on Broadway on Monday night, a milestone that only three other shows have ever achieved.  BroadwayWorld was there for the big …

Photos: Lea Michele Makes Carnegie Hall Debut With Special Guests Jonathan Groff and Darren Criss

Broadway, television, and acclaimed recording artist Lea Michele made her Carnegie Hall debut on October 30. Special guests at the concert included Jonathan Groff and Darren Criss. Check ou…

Video: Go Behind the Scenes at Manhattan Theatre Club in New ALL ARTS Film This Month

Debuting on ALL ARTS on Tuesday, November 21 at 9 p.m., the hour-long “ALL ARTS Docs: Manhattan Theatre Club, a Home for Artists” traces the nonprofit Manhattan Theatre Club‘s stor…

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Theatre Review: ‘The Chinese Lady’ at Everyman Theatre by Lynne Menefee

by Lynne Menefee and Herb Merrick Everyman Theatre is presenting the Baltimore premiere of “The Chinese Lady,” directed by Nana Dakin. Written by Lloyd Suh, the play follows the story of…

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 by Susan Grace

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‘Harmony’ producers and creators chart the musical’s long path to Broadway and how they plan to keep it there by Ruthie Fierberg

Ken Davenport, Sandi Moran, Bruce Sussman and Barry Manilow reveal why it took 30 years to get to the Main Stem.

Huey Lewis Musical The Heart of Rock and Roll Announces Broadway Run

‘The Outsiders’ announces preliminary casting by Ruthie Fierberg

The new musical has found four of its principal players.

Broadway Newcomers To Make Debuts In ‘The Outsiders’ Musical This Spring

Several Broadway newcomers will make their debuts in the upcoming musical adaptation of The Outsiders, with the iconic roles of Ponyboy and Sodapop among the characters to be portrayed by fi…

“SIX” Queens Welcome Six Harmonists by Sandi Durell

Broadway is a family! And on Monday night, the six Queens from Broadway’s musical hit SIX invited their newest neighbor on West 47th Street, the six Harmonists from the new musical Har…

THEATER UPDATES by Sandi Durell

Jess Tom’s Less Lonely – Baggage at the Door/Dana Aber – Neil Gaiman/A Christmas Carol – Transport Group/Lucille Lortel:Joey Merlo – Madwomen of the West The Jerusalem Syndrome –…

The Outsiders Announces Actors Playing Ponyboy, Sodapop, Johnny, and Darrel

LEA MICHELE AT CARNEGIE HALL by Sandi Durell

By Brian Scott Lipton . . . Given her much-avowed adoration of Barbra Streisand, it would have been only fitting if Lea Michele concluded her triumphant two-hour concert at Carnegie Hall on …

REVIEW: King Lear, Wyndham’s Theatre, London ✭✭✭ by Paul T Davies

By Paul T Davies Paul T Davies reviews Kenneth Branagh in Shakespeare's King Lear now playing for a limited season at Wyndham's Theatre, London. This post REVIEW: King Lear, Wyndham’s Thea…

A Little Child Shall Lead Them: Akram Khan Company Brings a “Jungle Book” For The Age of Climate Change by Sharon Hoyer

London-based choreographer Akram Khan brings his eponymous company to the Harris Theater for the first time, with a near-future version of Rudyard Kipling's "The Jungle Book" set in a rewild…

A Promising Start: A Review of “AmericanMYTH: Crossroads” at Free Street Theater by Hugh Iglarsh

Visually scintillating, musically varied and appealing, animated by the shamanic, shape-shifting energy of its griot/narrator, “AmericanMYTH: Crossroads” has a hell of a lot going for it…

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 by Matt Tamanini

Tveit, Foster to Take Over in ‘Sweeney’; Rannells Teases ‘Tammy Faye’ to Broadway; ‘Heart of Rock & Roll’ to Make Announcement “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday thro…

Robert Brustein Raised the Bar for Us All by American Theatre Editors

The founder of Yale Rep and ART had intellect, idealism, and indignation to spare, and he put it all in service of the theatre he wanted to see in the world.

Burlesque the Musical to premiere at Manchester Opera House by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The first-ever stage adaptation of Burlesque the Musical to premiere at Manchester Opera House in June 2024. This post Burlesque the Musical to premiere at Manchester Opera H…

Broadway Pipeline: November 1, 2023 by Theatrical Index

ReDISCoveries: Kiss of the Spider Woman (1994 Broadway Cast Recording): Part One by JK

ReDISCoveries: Kiss of the Spider Woman (1994 Broadway Cast Recording): Part One Jeff has kindly invited me to revisit and review some of the older cast recordings in my collection. Every ot…

The Adams Chronicles by Trav S.D.

John Adams (1735-1826) was born on October30. Around 1990, I began a three year stint working in New York’s greatest bookstore, Brentano’s Fifth Avenue. Assigned to the history section, …

What’s next, AI writing an off-Broadway musical? It already has. by Peter Marks

“Artificial Flavors” by the Civilians generates new musicals nightly, courtesy of Chat GPT.

BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL Will Make Stage Premiere in 2024, With Music From Christina Aguilera, Sia, and More!

Burlesque the Musical - the first ever stage adaptation of Steven Antin’s crowd-pleasing musical sensation, Burlesque, which starred Christina Aguilera, Cher, Kristen Bell and Stan…

Review: ‘Household Spirits’ at Theater Wit is a very real ghost story about grief by Emily McClanathan

There’s another member of the household that none of them can see. Clara has never left the house since her suicide 13 years ago.

VMT Named Exclusive Distributor for Elation and Obsidian in Growing Indian Market by Michael Eddy

Elation announces that VMT (Vardhaman Megatech), a highly reputable distributor of audio visual solutions in India with extensive experience, has been appointed as the exclusive distributor …

Searching for Brian Friel, and His Mythical Ballybeg by Laura Collins-Hughes

Irish Repertory Theater’s season-long survey of the playwright’s work prompted our reporter to seek out the Irish town that inspired the imaginary site of so many of his plays.

Talkin' Broadway Off-Broadway - "Merry Me" - 10/31/23 by Marc Miller

Whoo-whee! It's a good thing Hansol Jung's Merry Me, at New York Theatre Workshop, hired an intimacy coordinator (Rocío Mendez). A great deal of shagging permeates the action, of various ge…

Review: KING LEAR, Wyndham's Theatre

Alarm bells ring when a director stars in the play they are also directing. Even if that director is Sir Kenneth Branagh. Nine times out of ten the production falls flat and the audience are…

The Time Traveller's Wife: The Musical | 2023 West End Trailer by Official London Theatre

Based on Audrey Niffenegger’s internationally best-selling novel, The Time Traveler's Wife, this new British musical is thrillingly brought to life with original songs from Grammy Award wi…

Wait Until Dark: Worth Waiting Until Dark to See – Florida Theater by Jk Clarke

By Myra Chanin . . .  I moved to Florida during the plague and, for a short while, felt like a Manhattan snob that left paradise for a cultural desert . . . until I attended my first Boca S…

Depreciation Basics for Non-Profit Arts Organizations by Eric Joseph Rubio

Depreciation, in the accounting sense, is the bookkeeping process of lowering the value of something that your organization owns over time. It is generally applied to physical or tangible ob…

DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS at New World Stages by Cindy Sibilsky

Combine elements of Rocky Horror Picture Show and Beetlejuice with The 39 Steps and Mel Brooks’s Young Frankenstein, add a quick-witted, fast-paced, farcical script, mix in five phenomenal…

Magnificent, jaw-dropping’ Aida arrives at QPAC this December by Aussie Theatre

Opera Australia and Opera Queensland will bring OA’s highly acclaimed digital production of Verdi’s famous Aida to Queensland for the

The best theatre to stream this month: Cloud Gate, Best of Enemies and more by Chris Wiegand

The Taiwanese group’s compelling dance and William F Buckley Jr and Gore Vidal’s heated debates are among November’s offerings – plus an interactive theatrical quest Cloud Gate Dance…

2:22 A Ghost Story Tour announces new tour cast by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo 2:22 A Ghost Story UK Tour has announced casting for the tour from January to June 2024. Book tour tickets now! This post 2:22 A Ghost Story Tour announces new tour cast firs…

On the Couch with Paula Arundell

The post On the Couch with Paula Arundell appeared first on Australian Arts Review.

Reimagined Pal Joey Revival Begins at New York City Center With Gala Performance November 1 by Logan Culwell-Block

Savion Glover is co-directing and choreographing, along with dancing in the ensemble.

The Time Traveller’s Wife Musical Opens at London's Apollo November 1 by Andrew Gans

Bill Buckhurst directs with choreography by Shelley Maxwell.

Chris Perfetti, Alfred Molina, John Douglas Thompson, More Star in Pasadena Inherit the Wind Beginning November 1 by Andrew Gans

Michael Michetti directs the production, which features onstage seating.

Private Jones Begins at Goodspeed Musicals November 1 by Logan Culwell-Block

The new musical about a real-life Deaf soldier in World War I is written and directed by Marshall Pailet.

The Mysterious Case of Kitsy Rainey by Scotty Bennett

Mikel Murfi skillfully brings to life a handful of colorful characters in a rural town where Farnon is the cobbler. The transitions from one character to the next are done with shifts in pos…

Of All the Performances of THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES On Campus, Ours is the Loudest by Broadway Beat

by Caitlin Bitzegaio. @caitorade. SHRUB, VT - Students of Shrub College, I know this weekend you have your choice of productions of The...

IMPRESSIONS: New York City Ballet's 75th Anniversary Season - Balanchine, The Entertainer by The Dance Enthusiast

"In the second week of its 75th-anniversary fall season, New York City Ballet presents two programs that measure high on the entertainment scale." Henning Rūbsam, New York

Jenna, We Appreciate That It's Imperfect, Hard, Messy & Lonely, But We Asked You to Make Pumpkin by Broadway Beat

by Garrett Brown. @garrettbrownproductions. SMALL TOWN, In. - The family of Jenna Hunterson remained exasperated today after she arrived...

Full Cast Announced for LEGALLY BLONDE Revival We Made Up in the Tub by Broadway Beat

by Zach Raffio. @zachraffio. NEW YORK, NY - Omigod, omigod you guys! Casting has officially been announced for the highly anticipated...

DAY IN THE LIFE OF DANCE: The Guggenheim's Works & Process Presents The San Francisco Ballet with Tamara Rojo and Aszure Barton by The Dance Enthusiast

"Everyone is talking about AI these days...San Francisco Ballet will address this timely phenomenon in a ballet called Mere Mortals, scheduled to premiere in January 2024, at the War Memoria…

IMPRESSIONS: Antonio Ramos and the Gangbangers "CEREMONIA" at Abrons Arts Center by The Dance Enthusiast

"Ramos is a notoriously unorthodox artist whose work celebrates the complexities of queerness in all its possible identitarian dimensions—gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, nationality, a…

What’s the Right Distance from the Theater to Start Eviscerating the Show? Experts Weigh In by Broadway Beat

by Emily Drossell. @emily_drossell. So you’ve just seen a show and hated it with every fiber of your being. You may be wondering, when...

How to Tell Your Partner You’re Ready to Try Sitzprobe in the Bedroom by Broadway Beat

by Nick Navari. @nnavari. NEW YORK, NY - Are you in a loveless marriage? Are you tired of the same old, same old with your romantic...