Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Meet the Cast of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ at Rockville Little Theatre: Part 13: Eric Henry by Joel Markowitz

In Part 13 of a series of interviews with the cast and director of To Kill a Mockingbird at Rockville Little Theatre meet Eric Henry. Joel: Please introduce yourself and tell our readers w…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:59PM

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Director/Choreographer STACEY FLASTER by Michael J. Roberts

SHOWBIZ NATION LIVE! Interview with Director/Choreographer STACEY FLASTER from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo.   STACEY FLASTER discusses her latest directorial triumph as she takes the helm …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:49PM

Meet the Cast of ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ at Rockville Little Theatre: Part 12: Natalie McManus by Joel Markowitz

In Part 12 of a series of interviews with the cast and director of To Kill a Mockingbird at Rockville Little Theatre meet Natalie McManus. Joel: Please introduce yourself and tell our rea…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:27PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Israeli Tea at the Strathmore Mansion by Susan Brall

What a glorious day to go to tea at a beautiful mansion. The Israeli Tea at the Strathmore Mansion was a special as the beautiful Spring Afternoon. If you get there early, you can browse the…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:35PM

Lauren Blumenfeld to Star in RICH GIRL at The Old Globe; Full Cast Announced! by BroadwayWorld

The Old Globe today announced the complete cast and creative team for the West Coast premiere of an exciting new American play, Rich Girl, by acclaimed playwright Victoria Stewart, continuin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:25PM

Win a Double Pass to CLOC’s Mary Poppins in Melbourne by AussieTheatre

AussieTheatre has a double pass to giveaway to CLOC’s Mary Poppins at the National Theatre in St Kilda on Thursday May 21. Award winning CLOC Musical Theatre takes great pleasure “…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 10:19PM

Review: ‘Ziegfeld’s Midnight Frolic’ Explores the Murky Death of the Actress Olive Thomas by Laura Collins-Hughes

The death by poison of the “Ziegfeld Follies” beauty in Paris in 1920 is the subject of an immersive theater piece at the Liberty Theater.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:00PM

Review: Belarus Free Theater’s ‘Trash Cuisine’ Serves Politics With Teeth by Ben Brantley

With this show at La MaMa, an attack on institutionalized killing, Belarus Free Theater displays its customary razor-sharp commentary.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:00PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Stage and Screen Star Paul Giamatti Joins Sci-Fi Film MORGAN by Movies News Desk

The Hollywood Reporter writes that Paul Giamatti and Toby Jones have signed on for the upcoming sci-fi thriller MORGAN, directed by Luke Scott.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:50PM

Tour Dates Announced for the North American Tour of THE SOUND OF MUSIC

A brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O’Brien, will tour North America beginning September 2015. This lavish new production will lau…

SOURCE: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization at 09:40PM

Share Your Locker With A Bassoonist by Joe Patti

If you remember your Grimm Brothers fairy tales, you will recall the story of the Bremen Town Musicians, animals who drove criminals out of a house. Well according to the BBC, a group of mus…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 09:36PM

Photos! Tina Fey, Rosie O'Donnell, Diane Lane & Gayle Rankin Make a House Call to the Cast of Fun Home by Broadway.com

Fun Home had an open house on April 28! The cast welcomed Mean Girls musical creators Tina Fey and Jeff Richmond, Broadway cheerleader Rosie O’Donnell and The Mystery of Love…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:05PM

Review: Trash Cuisine

The outlawed Belarus Free Theatre returns to New York with its first English-language performance.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 09:00PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Photos! Bernadette Peters, Jerry Mitchell & Sergio Trujillo Join the Something Rotten! Renaissance by Broadway.com

Tony winner Bernadette Peters, On Your Feet! director Jerry Mitchell and choreographer Sergio Trujillo saw the Tony-nominated musical Something Rotten! on April 28, 2015. Click for photos fr…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 08:52PM

Bradley Cooper, Sting, Moss talk Tonys

Sting, Bradley Cooper, Elisabeth Moss, and other Tony-nominated stars gathered to chat.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 08:41PM

Betsy von Furstenberg, Baroness and Versatile Actress, Dies at 83 by Sam Roberts

Ms. von Furstenberg made her debut in the movies and on the Broadway stage in the early 1950s as a teenager and later reinvented herself as a television actress, writer and philanthropist.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:40PM

Old Globe taps 'Rich Girl' cast by James Hebert

Victoria Stewart's play getting West Coast premiere here in May

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 08:30PM

STOMP to Move to New Venue Uptown After 21 Years? by BroadwayWorld

According to the New York Daily News, Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Jeffrey Oing has ruled that off-Broadway's STOMP is free to leave the Orpheum Theater after 21 years.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:24PM

Photos! Sting, Elisabeth Moss, Brian d'Arcy James & More 2015 Tony Nominees Unite at Star-Studded Celebration by Broadway.com

It’s time to party with the 2015 Tony nominees! Click for photos from the starry reception at the Paramount Hotel on April 29, 2015.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 08:22PM

2015 Tony nominees share the thrill of being nominated

USA TODAY's Elysa Gardner met with a number of the 2015 Tony Award nominees and asked them about the thrill of being nominated for Broadway's highest honor. Image courtesy Bryan Bedder/Getty…

SOURCE: USA Today at 08:18PM

First Nighter: Trash Cuisine Scrutinizes Man's Inhumanity to Man by David Finkle

It's been said that theater emanating from repressed societies is the most pungent. You certainly believe it's the god's honest truth at Trash Cuisine, which the Belarus Free Theatre -- free…

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 08:18PM

Pursued by a Bear – episode 1 by Tim Bano

This month’s endearingly ramshackle offerings: reviews of Little Light at Orange Tree Theatre, A Stab In The Dark at Lyric Hammersmith, The Eradication of Schizophrenia In Western Lapl…

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 08:14PM

The Broadway.com Show: 2015 Tony Buzz! Darren Criss’ Glittery Kiss! Anastasia vs. Amelie?! by Broadway.com

On this week’s jam-packed episode of The Broadway.com Show, we’ve got news galore about the 2015 Tony nominations, two legends returning to the Great White Way, Younger’s s…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 08:13PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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SOMETHING ROTTEN! Cast Celebrates 10 Tony Nominations Backstage by Pat Cerasaro

Something Rotten celebrates their 10 big Tony nominations

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:52PM

Betty Buckley Shares Candid Photos From Royal Albert Hall FOLLIES by Pat Cerasaro

Get a backstage look at the new star-studded UK FOLLIES

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:45PM

Full Episode by Christina Knight

On the 23rd anniversary of the LA riots, Great Performances presents a special encore of Anna Deavere Smith’s Twilight: Los Angeles, a riveting theatrical account of the 1992 riots from mu…

SOURCE: PBS at 07:29PM

Everyman, National Theatre by Marianka Swain

As we stagger towards electoral chaos, isn’t it comforting to think there might be a master plan at work? That Russell Brand’s meddling is preordained, or Cameron’s ‘brain fade’ an…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 07:20PM

FUN HOME Breaks House Record at the Circle in the Square by BroadwayWorld

Producers Fox Theatricals Kristin Caskey, Mike Isaacson and Barbara Whitman are pleased to announce that Fun Home, the Award-winning American musical based on Alison Bechdel's graphic novel …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:01PM

The Stage Critic Search 2015 by The Stage

What is The Stage Critic Search? The Stage Critic Search 2015 – in association with TheatrePeople.com – is a competition to find the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01PM

Review: Beautiful Thing (Tour)

The 20th anniversary revival of Jonathan Harvey's play receives another outing

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:00PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Sinatra Paints by Darryl Reilly

This post is by Darryl Reilly Art critics may certainly analyze and pontificate about the aesthetic value of these works. For devotees of his, they offer an intriguing view into his consciou…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 06:56PM

Review: Doctor Zhivago by Matthew Wexler

What’s the funniest musical on Broadway? Contrary to critical acclaim, it’s not Something Rotten! (though it offers more than its fair share of laughs). It’s the other something rotten…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 06:44PM

Bolton teen puts the Music in Monday by Trish Crawford

Connor Ross beat 200 submissions to have his song sung at schools across Canada on May 4.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 06:39PM

Gavin Lee, Sean MacLaughlin and Sarah Pfisterer to Star in Dick Van Dyke Tribute in Danville This Fall by BroadwayWorld

Broadway Pops International BPI proudly announces the casting of DICK VAN DYKE, Put On A Happy Face This special staged concert will take place in Mr. Van Dyke's hometown of Danville, Ill., …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:38PM

Guignol de Lyon “Le pot de confiture” – Los Angeles puppet theater report by Pauline Adamek

The “Pot de confiture” is the most performed play of Laurent Mourguet, Guignol’s creator. Collectif Zonzons refreshes this classic and modernizes the ancient art of hand puppetry.
 G…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:37PM

Diverse Field of MAP Fund Grantees Announced by American Theatre Editors

The Creative Capital-administered grants go to 37 new live-arts projects, ranging from jazz to opera to performance art.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:37PM

STOMP musical gets OK from judge to leave Orpheum Theater by Barbara Ross

STOMP, the long-running off-Broadway musical is free to kick its old theater to the curb and move uptown, a Manhattan judge ruled.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 06:36PM

Photo Flash: A Fabulous First Look at Darren Criss and Rebecca Naomi Jones in HEDWIG on Broadway! by BroadwayWorld

Darren Crissreturns to Broadway inHedwig and the Angry Inch, the Tony Award winning Best Musical Revival, for a limited 12-week engagement starting tonight, April 29 at the Belasco Theatre.I…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:31PM

Third Rail Repertory Theatre Announces 10th Season by American Theatre Editors

Dark comedies and dramas fill the theatre's next season, by authors including James Graham, Liz Duffy Adams, David Gieselman and Enda Walsh.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 06:24PM

Fun Home Musical First to Hit Single-Day Box Office Benchmark at Circle in the Square by Playbill Staff

Fun Home, the new Broadway musical that received 12 Tony Award nominations earlier this week, got a bump at the box office thanks to some solid awards buzz.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:18PM

Review: Closer To Heaven, Union Theatre by Tom Shore

We enter straight into the dance floor of a lively gay bar in the year 2000, around about the time that this musical by Jonathan Harvey and the Pet Shop Boys was written and originally stage…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:15PM

EVERYMAN Olivier, SE1 by Libby Purves

THIS VERY NIGHT SHALL THY SOUL BE REQUIRED OF THEE… God is sweeping the big blank stage. We won’t know for a minute or two that Kate Duchene IS God, given she’s a weary gre…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:07PM

Everyman, National Theatre, review: 'an admirable effort' by Dominic Cavendish

This fresh version of the 15th-century morality play is an intriguing enough prospect but not necessarily enough to tempt people indoors, says Dominic Cavendish

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 06:06PM

Photo Flash: Brian Gallagher and Megan Hilty Celebrate ALL THAT'S AHEAD at Birdland by BroadwayWorld

The Broadway at Birdland concert series was thrilled to present singersongwriter Brian Gallagher in a concert celebrating the release of his new CD, 'All That's Ahead.' Brian's special guest…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:05PM

‘The Joe D Show’ Episode 8: Talking with Tony Nominees by Joe Dziemianowicz

Episode 8 of “The Joe D Show” checked in with newly minted Tony Awards nominees.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 06:02PM

Review: American Buffalo, Wyndham’s Theatre by Daniel Harrison

The collective echoes of King Charles III and A View from the Bridge still reverberate strongly around the walls of Wyndham’s Theatre: American Buffalo certainly has a big stage to fill.…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:01PM

Blood, Soho Theatre by Aleks Sierz

Tamasha is a new writing theatre company, which specialises in plays — often adaptations or reimaginings of classics — written from an Asian perspective. As the company celebrates its 25…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 06:01PM

Photo Flash: The Wig's Out of the Box! Check Out Darren Criss in Hedwig and the Angry Inch

Production photos of the musical's newest star have been released.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theatre News: Cougar The Musical gets UK premiere in Coventry

The show is billed as 'hilarious, raunchy and insightful'

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM

Photos: First look at the new Avenue Q tour

The musical is touring until May next year

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:00PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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REVIEW: Follies In Concert, Royal Albert Hall ✭✭✭ by Stephen Collins

By Stephen Collins In the case of Betty Buckley as Carlotta, the casting was inspired. Her powerful and joyful rendition of I'm Still Here stopped the show. But it was Anita Dobson’s self-…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:54PM

Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga Sell Out Ravinia Concerts by BroadwayWorld

Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga's CHEEK TO CHEEK tour is now the fastest sell-out in Ravinia history The Friday, June 26, and Saturday, June 27, performances are officially sold out.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:52PM

Rajiv Joseph Didn’t Just Write ‘Guards at the Taj’—He Took Them There by American Theatre Editors

The writer of 'Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo' took actors Arian Moayed and Omar Metwally on a pilgrimage to the site of his newest play.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:50PM

‘Hedwig’ Reveals New Photos of Darren Criss (PHOTOS) by Broadway's Best Shows

Glee‘s Darren Criss began performances April 29th at the Belasco Theatre in Hedwig and The Angry Inch. Hedwig and the Angry Inch, with book by John Cameron Mitchell and music and lyric…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 05:45PM

The Afternoon Report, Wednesday, April 29, 2015 by Boneau/Bryan-Brown

Brought to you by Boneau/Bryan-Brown Wednesday, April 29, 2015    Today’s Tweets from BBB Follow us on Twitter –  http://twitter.com/BBBway RT @theatermania: PIX: @briandarcyj…

SOURCE: BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN at 05:43PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Watch Just-Released Promo for PENN & TELLER: LIVE ON BROADWAY! by Stage Tube

Thirty years after their New York premiere and 40 years after they first started as a team, PENN amp TELLER will return this summer for a strictly limited six-week engagement at the Marquis …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:41PM

Victor Almanzar, Francis Guinan, Brittany Uomoleale and More to Lead Steppenwolf's GRAND CONCOURSE; Full Cast Announced! by BroadwayWorld

Steppenwolf Theatre Company announces the full cast for the Chicago premiere production of Grand Concourse, a play full of both humor and heart by Heidi Schreck. Directed by ensemble member …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:40PM

Photos! See Darren Criss' Transformation From Glee Kid to Rock Goddess in Hedwig and the Angry Inch by Broadway.com

Click for photos of Darren Criss and Rebecca Naomi Jones in Hedwig and the Angry Inch at the Belasco Theatre! The Glee favorite begins performances April 29, 2015.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:39PM

Fuse Book Review: “Academy Street” — Affirming Life in Fresh and Surprising Ways by Roberta Silman

This is a powerful, intensely felt short novel about the lives of ordinary people by a very young Irish writer.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 05:34PM

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Announces 2015 Season by American Theatre Editors

The roster includes shows by Shaw, Kaufman & Ferber and Bill Cain, along with the usual Shakespeare offerings.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:30PM

HAMILTON's Leslie Odom Jr. Heads to Joe's Pub Next Month by BroadwayWorld

Don't miss your chance to see 'Law amp Order SVU,' 'SMASH,' 'Person of Interest,' and 'House of Lies' star Leslie Odom Jr. live in concert before HAMILTON begins performances on Broadway at …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:30PM

Cafe Nordo and Teatro ZinZanni, Seattle’s Moveable Theatrical Feasts by American Theatre Editors

Audiences hungry for more than the usual fare are having their culinary and theatrical palates sated by the city's nouveau dinner theatre offerings.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:30PM

Emily Bergl, Anita Gillette, Amy Spanger, Holt McCallany and More Set for 54 CELEBRATES JULIE WILSON This May by BroadwayWorld

54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents TV stars Emily Bergl, Holt MaCallany, Broadway stars Rita Gardner, Anita Gillette, Amy Spanger, Lee Roy Reams, Raissa Katona Bennett and Cabaret st…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:26PM

New Blood at the Belasco! Don’t Miss This Rockin’ First Look at Darren Criss and Rebecca Naomi Jones by Matthew Blank

Darren Criss, the young actor who rose to stardom on the Fox musical series "Glee," steps into the role of East German transgender rocker Hedwig in the Broadway production of Hedwi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:26PM

STAGE TUBE: Josh Groban and Lena Hall Duet from PHANTOM! by Stage Tube

Josh Grobanis busy promoting his new album,titled 'Stages,'in New York City. Released yesterday, April 28th, via Reprise Records, the album is a collection of some of the greatest musical th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:19PM

Bam! Bam! Tony Nominations Or St. Valentine’s Day Massacre? Jeremy Gerard’s Analysis by Jeremy Gerard

The day after the announcement of the Tony Awards nominations is always emotional in the Broadway precincts, as the selected few begin to enjoy their five weeks of glory ahead of the awar…

SOURCE: Deadline at 05:16PM

Tonys: Broadway Stars Gather to Celebrate Nominations by Suzy Evans

Bradley Cooper, Patricia Clarkson, Alessandro Nivola, Bill Nighy and Chita Rivera attended Wednesday's meet and greet, along with acting nominee Kristin Chenoweth, doubling as awards co-host…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:05PM

Review: Six Rounds of Vengeance

Downtown darlings Vampire Cowboys return for a new tale of revenge and the end of the world.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Theatre News: Unicorn Theatre announces new season

The season features Tim Crouch, Timberlake Wertenbaker and a musical about fairytale villains

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:00PM

Theatre News: Headlong Glass Menagerie tours from September

Ellen McDougall's production opens at West Yorkshire Playhouse

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:00PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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What Theatre Taught Me by Courtney Kochuba

What has theatre taught you? We asked, you answered. The post What Theatre Taught Me appeared first on Breaking Character.

SOURCE: www.samuelfrench.com at 04:58PM

Lyric Opera names Ormesher new president-elect by John Von Rhein

David T. Ormesher, a Lyric Opera of Chicago board member since 2012 who serves on several board committees, has been named the company’s president-elect, effective immediately.

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:58PM

Christine Brewer gets her star on the Walk of Fame

A big crowd helped to celebrate the soprano's star

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 04:54PM

Odds & Ends: Watch Josh Groban Sing 'All I Ask of You' With Tony Winner Lena Hall & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Watch Josh Groban Sing 'All I Ask of You' With Lena Hall Josh Groban is busy promoting his new album of musical the…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:52PM

After The Visit, Could Revivals of The Rink and Spider Woman Be Next? Creative Team Hopeful by Adam Hetrick

The creative team behind the new Tony Award-nominated Kander and Ebb musical The Visit are hopeful that two of their previous collaborations may be revived on stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:50PM

BWW Interview: James Snyder talks about EVER AFTER and Birdland by Joseph F. Panarello

James Snyder discusses his long run in IFTHEN, his upcoming role in EVER AFTER and his concert at Birdland

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:49PM

Laguna Playhouse Announces 2015–16 Season by American Theatre Editors

The 2015-16 season includes a world-premiere, an Orange-County premiere, a stage adaptation and classic musicals.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:49PM

The Musical That Michelle Obama, the Clintons and Madonna Couldn’t Wait for Broadway to See by Jacob Bernstein

Celebrities are flocking to see the hip-hop musical “Hamilton” at the cozy Public Theater, setting off a mad status grab.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:43PM

Living Legend Feels the Love: Chita Rivera Takes the Stage for The Visit After Latest Tony Nom

On the same day she was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical, Chita Rivera took the stage at The Visit. The audience greeted the living legend with admiration and appre…

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:41PM

When the Saints Go Marching in a Mill Town by American Theatre Editors

Molly Rice’s peripatetic 'Saints Tour' shows audiences new facets of their neighborhoods. Next stop: Braddock, Pa., in a collaboration with Bricolage.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:31PM

The Spandau Ballet returns in ‘Soul Boys’ documentary by Kyle Smith

I bought a ticket to the world, but now I’ve come back again: To early ’80s New Wave bands. Put me in front of an androgynous Brit in candy-colored clothes...

SOURCE: The New York Post at 04:30PM

Our Tony nominations contest leader gives prediction tips, roots for 'Curious Incident' by Gold Derby

"I spent a few hours the day before the nominations were announced looking at which shows were likely to be nominated, and cross referenced the opinions of different sites that were posting …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 04:20PM

Good lines can't save 'Rubbing Out Otis: A Film Noir Farce' by Nina Metz

"I'm not talking Vlasics, but somebody was in a pickle!" There are a handful of wonderfully bad zingers in this film noir spoof — too few, I'd say. They come from the mouth of Rick Larkin …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:04PM

Wrong mix for 'The Sisters Rosensweig' by Nina Metz

In comedy, rhythm's the thing. Without it, you might as well be on the receiving end of a limp handshake. That's the big sticking point in this production from Saint Sebastian Players, altho…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:04PM

Photo Flash: Meet Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Helen Mirren, Sting, and the Tony Award Nominees of 2015

Broadway's biggest stars, including Michael Cerveris, Kelli O'Hara, and Sydney Lucas, celebrated their nominations at the Paramount Hotel.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Theater News: Darren Criss Begins Performances Tonight in Hedwig and the Angry Inch on Broadway

Criss will star opposite the show's new Yitzhak, Rebecca Naomi Jones.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Photo Flash: Kristin Chenoweth, Christian Borle, and Sydney Lucas Show Us Their I'm a Tony Nominee Faces

We asked them and other newly minted nominees to reenact the expressions they had when they found out the big news.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Interviews: 20 Questions: Product star Olivia Poulet

The Thick of It actress has reprised her acclaimed performance of Mark Ravenhill's satirical monologue at the Arcola Theatre

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:00PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Ruff Magic! See Gregg Barnes' Tony-Nommed Something Rotten! Costumes by Broadway.com

Check out the beauty and detail of Gregg Barnes' Tony-nominated take on a booty-shakin' Shakespeare with his Something Rotten! costumes.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:57PM

39 STEPS Takes Over Samuel French’s Instagram by Courtney Kochuba

On Friday, April 24, Samuel French's Instagram account went clowning around with Off-Broadway's 39 Steps. How do four actors play over 100 characters? Find out here! The post 39 STEPS Take…

SOURCE: www.samuelfrench.com at 03:56PM

VIDEO: First Look - Tony Nominee Patricia Clarkson Stars in LEARNING TO DRIVE by Movies News Desk

Patricia Clarkson, who just yesterday received a 2015 Tony nomination for her performance in the Broadway revival of The Elephant Man, stars alongside Ben Kingsley in the new film LEARNING T…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:56PM

CanAsian dance festival connects by getting smaller by Michael Crabb

All artists are on one program in a smaller theatre in biennial CanAsian International Dance Festival at Harbourfront

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 03:53PM

Here’s Your Airline Highway Pre-Show Playlist, Created by the Cast

Check out the pre-show playlist created by the cast and playwright of Airline Highway.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:51PM

Joan Rivers hid her cash...where?

Melissa's memoir of her mom shows late, great Joan Rivers was even quirkier than we knew.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 03:50PM

New Hedwig Star Darren Criss on His Advantage Over Neil Patrick Harris & Just Wanting to ‘Be a Bitch’ by Ryan McPhee

Broadway.com Audience Choice Award winner (and Broadway.com super fan) Darren Criss returns to the Great White Way as our favorite internationally ignored song stylist in Hedwig and the Angr…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:48PM

42nd Street Moon Season Shines Light on Undersung Gems by American Theatre Editors

The slate includes shows by Noel Coward, Frank Loesser and Rodgers and Hart, as well as a new sequel to 'A Christmas Carol' starring Jason Graae.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:46PM

Goodspeed's 'Guys And Dolls:' A Safe, If Somewhat Frantic, Bet by Frank Rizzo

The show: “Guys and Dolls” at the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 03:41PM

Kristin Chenoweth has no words about co-hosting Tonys by Associated Press

NEW YORK — Kristin Chenoweth is being very tightlipped about her upcoming assignment to co-host the Tony Awards. Literally.The Tony-winning star of "On the Twentieth Century" was on vocal…

SOURCE: Boston Herald at 03:38PM

Gigi Tony Nominee Victoria Clark Raves About Co-Stars and Predicts the Future by Andrew Gans

Tony Award winner Victoria Clark may have been singled out for her performance in the Eric Schaeffer-directed production of Gigi, but the 2015 Tony nominee credits her success to her co&…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:25PM

Loving Tribute to Julie Wilson – Queen of Cabaret by Sandi Durell

                              On Tuesday evening, April 28th, The Town Hall was filled with many from the cabaret..…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 03:17PM

The Know Off-Broadway: Your Essential Ticket-Buying Planner for May by Olivia Clement

This month Playbill.com provides readers with essential knowledge for tackling the immensity that is the Off-Broadway landscape, making it easier to find the perfect show. Here's our…

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:15PM

For Sherrine Azab and Jake Hooker, Home Is Where the Hosts Are by American Theatre Editors

Formative collaborative experiences in Brooklyn and Berlin inform this couple's work with the Detroit-based company A Host of People.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:15PM

Un Ballo in Maschera by Theasy.com

Un Ballo in Maschera The Metropolitan Opera Reviewed by Cindy Pierre BOTTOM LINE: In one of the Met’s less opulent but still aesthetically intriguing productions, a Swedish king is secret…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 03:13PM

'Spamalot' clip-clops its way to Manatee Players by Jay Handelman

Musical is based on the film "Monty Python and the Holy Grail."... Read more » The post 'Spamalot' clip-clops its way to Manatee Players appeared first on Ticket Sarasota.

SOURCE: Sarasota Herald-Tribune at 03:00PM

Photos: Mel Giedroyc and Hannah Spearritt enjoy Bugsy Malone opening

Others at last night's press opening included Gaby Roslin and Romola Garai

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 03:00PM

Theatre News: La Soiree returns to London for Christmas residency

The Award-winning variety show will run at the Spiegeltent on the south bank from 27 October

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 03:00PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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“Skivvies” Star Is Midsummer’s Puck Off-Broadway by Adam Hetrick

"Skivvies" star Nick Cearley will appear as Puck in the Masterworks Theater Company production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:58PM

American Moor by Caleb Ryan

This post is by Caleb Ryan A play that has much opportunity to expose the relationship of casting director with actor, not merely across the table but across racial backgrounds and stereotyp…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 02:57PM

Helen Mirren, Zachary Quinto & More Will Pay Tribute to Bob Crowley at NYTW Gala by BroadwayWorld

New York Theatre Workshop NYTW announced today that internationally acclaimed theatre designer and six-time Tony Award Winner Bob Crowley will be honored at the NYTW 2015 Spring Gala on Mond…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:57PM

Dance audiences are too caught up in the performance to be rude by Sarah Kaufman

must confess: I am probably the rudest person at any dance performance I attend. Critics can be odd seatmates. We slip in at the last minute; we’re too busy scribbling notes to applaud; we…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 02:57PM

The Empty Seat Question by Damian Bazadona

The numbers don’t lie: 15% of Broadway inventory (over […]

SOURCE: www.situationinteractive.com at 02:50PM

Turn off your phone. And ignore the prostitute. by Nelson Pressley

Our era’s curse is the phone, but theaters have a long tradition as rowdy places. In ­17th-century France, Molière had to tolerate cocky, talkative VIPs who insisted on sitting on the st…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 02:49PM

VIDEO: GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER Looks Back on 'Smashing Year' by Stage Tube

In the new video below, A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE amp MURDER looks back on a 'Smashing Year'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:45PM

Florida Studio Theatre Sets Summer Mainstage, Cabaret Series Seasons by American Theatre Editors

The mainstage will feature two comedy productions and a drama, while the cabaret series will take on all music genres in three shows.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:43PM

Photos! The Heidi Chronicles Headliner Elisabeth Moss Is Honored with a Sardi’s Portrait by Broadway.com

The Heidi Chronicles star Elisabeth Moss had a great day on April 28—she was nominated for a 2015 Tony Award and she was honored with a portrait at legendary theater hot-spot Sardi&rsq…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:42PM

Casting Confirmed for Wesley Taylor's CUCKOLD at MRT by BroadwayWorld

Cuckold, a short play written by 'Smash' and Broadway actorWesley Taylor, premiering this summer at the Manhattan Repertory Theater 2015 One Act Competition, has found its cast Ari Itkin Muc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:35PM

VIDEO: Anna Kendrick Leads Acappella Version of 'Cups' in New PITCH PERFECT 2 Clip by Movies News Desk

Rebel Wilson and Anna Kendrick are featured in the new 'Campfire' clip from the highly anticipated musical comedy PITCH PERFECT 2

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:33PM

1812 Productions Announces 2015–16 Season and Special Events by American Theatre Editors

The comedy theatre will stage two new plays and continue its ongoing political satire, 'This Is the Week That Is.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:24PM

Kafka’s drawings animate Metamorphosis. Last performances before Prague by Keith Loria

In 1989, New York reviewers had a field day after the opening of Steven Berkoff’s theatrical version of Franz Kafka’s Metamorphosis, with noted New York Times critic Frank Rich leading t…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 02:21PM

The Venetian Twins by Thom Dibdin

✭✭✭✭✩ Double the fun: Broad, finely honed and never afraid of a corny joke, The Venetian Twins is a huge, rip-roaring thing. It is all rather silly, bu…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 02:21PM

Broadway's Kristin Chenoweth Signs With ICM Partners in Talent by TV News Desk

Just a day after it was announced that she will co-host the 2015 TONY AWARDS opposite Alan Cumming, The Hollywood Reporter reports exclusively that Broadway's Kristin Chenoweth has expanded …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:20PM

Airline Highway by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

This post is by Victor Gluck, Editor-in-Chief Unlike D’Amour’s last New York play, "Detroit," a Pulitzer Prize finalist which had four characters and a tight arc, "Airline Highway" is di…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 02:12PM

Athol Fugard Tells of a Great Outsider Artist by Roslyn Sulcas

In “The Painted Rocks at Revolver Creek,” the acclaimed playwright brings Nukain Mabuza’s life and art to a larger audience.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 02:09PM

VIDEO: Idina Menzel Talks World Tour & More on GOOD DAY L.A. by TV News Desk

Idina Menzel stopped by this morning's GOOD DAY LA to talk about her upcoming world tour which will take her from Seoul, South Korea to the Hollywood Bowl more than four months later.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:08PM

Mariela Castro Invites Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington to Perform with Gay Cuban Chorus by Guest Author

 Mariela Castro Invites Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington to Perform with Gay Cuban Chorus First-Ever Tour of Cuba Conducted by a Gay Chorus Will Take Place in July 2015 in Partnership with …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:05PM

Photo Flash: First Look at I Love a Piano at Walnut Street Theatre

The production stars Scott Langdon, Ellie Mooney, Own Pelesh, and Denise Whelan.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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THEATER TALK to Welcome SKYLIGHT's David Hare & Stephen Daldry by TV News Desk

In an all-new THEATER TALK, David Hare and Stephen Daldry - author and director of Skylight - talk about the Broadway revival of Hare's romantic drama. The play, which is about the passionat…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:48PM

2015 Tony Nominee Will Star in New Film “Learning to Drive” by Andrew Gans

Patricia Clarkson, a 2015 Tony nominee for her performance in the Broadway revival of The Elephant Man, will be seen in the new film "Learning to Drive," which will open in New Yor…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:48PM

The Week Ahead: John Turturro Stars in ‘Zorba’ at City Center by Ben Brantley

The 1968 musical adaptation of Nikos Kazantzakis’s novel “Zorba the Greek” is the final offering of this season’s Encores! series of musicals in concert.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:47PM

American Ballet Theatre: The Language of Ballet: French and Fit for a King by Knightc

Please view the original post to see the video. The language of the ballet is in French; it all began in France with King Louis XIV in the 17th century. Wherever ballet is studied, the na…

SOURCE: PBS at 01:38PM

VIDEO: Josh Groban Performs CHORUS LINE, 'Over the Rainbow' on GMA by TV News Desk

Josh Groban stopped by this week's GMA to perform the Chorus Line ballad, 'What I Did for Love' and 'The Wizard of Oz' classic 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' off his new album, 'Stages.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:36PM

Watch Idina Menzel Talk Her World Tour, Co-Parenting & Doing That 'Witchy Thing' by Imogen Lloyd Webber

The still blonde Idina Menzel stopped by Good Day L.A. on April 29 to chat about her upcoming world tour and more. After explaining she continues to do that "witchy thing" when bel…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:34PM

La Soiree returns to Southbank for Christmas residency by David Hutchison

La Soiree will return to the Southbank Centre’s Winter Festival for a second consecutive Christmas residency. The cabaret variety show, which won

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:32PM

Tony Nominees Mix and Mingle: Helen Mirren, Carey Mulligan, Elisabeth Moss Meet, Greet by Roger Friedman

Very strange seeing all the Tony nominees crowded into the same place, a rabbit warren of narrow hallways and tiny rooms in Categories: Celebrity Featured Theater(Read more...)

SOURCE: ShowBiz 411 at 01:30PM

Due to Baltimore Curfew Spotlighters Theatre, Everyman Theatre, and Centerstage Adjust This Weekend’s Schedule for ‘Jacques Brel’ ‘Ghosts’ a by Joel Markowitz

Because of the curfew imposed in Baltimore, MD, Spotlighters Theatre, Everyman Theatre, and Centerstage have announced changes in their weekend starting time: ______ From Fuzz Roark at Spotl…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:25PM

VIDEO: First Look - Emma Stone, Joaquin Phoenix Star in Woody Allen's IRRATIONAL MAN by Movies News Desk

PEOPLE shares an exclusive first look at Academy Award-nominated actress Emma Stone and co-star Joaquin Phoenix in a trailer for the new comedy drama IRRATIONAL MAN.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:24PM

“Hangover” and “Grey’s Anatomy” Stars Lead Cast in New Robert Askins Play at MCC by Olivia Clement

MCC Theater will host the world premiere of Permission by Hand to God playwright Robert Askins, starting previews tonight. In the lead roles are Justin Bartha (Lend Me a Tenor, "The Han…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:21PM

Gypsy breaks box office records at Savoy Theatre by Matthew Hemley

West End musical Gypsy starring Imelda Staunton has broken box office records at the Savoy Theatre. The show took £408,300 for the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:20PM

BWW TV: Jessica Chastain in Exclusive Clip from MISS JULIE DVD Special Feature by BroadwayWorld TV

In the clip, the film's star Jessica Chastain talks about the draw of classic playwrights and her work with classic plays.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:15PM

‘A Gentleman’s Guide’ Bids Farewell To Their Spectacular Year (VIDEO) by Broadway's Best Shows

A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder looks back on their spectacular year! A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER is Broadway’s 2014 Tony Award®-winning BEST MUSICAL! This…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 01:14PM

Photo Call: Meet the Nominees! Broadway’s Best Come Together at the 2015 Tony Award Reception by Matthew Blank

The 2015 Tony Award nominations were announced on April 28. The very next morning, the nominees gathered to pose for photos and give interviews at the annual "Meet the Nominees Press R…

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:13PM

Third-generation shoemaker gives Broadway its sole by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Broadway likes to say it has plenty of soul, but only one man has its sole....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 01:08PM

Kristin Chenoweth has no words about co-hosting Tonys by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Kristin Chenoweth is being very tightlipped about her upcoming assignment to co-host the Tony Awards. Literally....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 01:07PM

Introduce Yourself(ie): 10 Questions with 39 Steps' Leading Lady Brittany Vicars

Brittany Vicars, the leading lady of off-Broadway's genius Hitchcock parody 39 Steps, on the power of Grace Kelly, a life of Shakespeare & creating her own language.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 01:05PM

Disney Cartoons Reanimated for Live Orchestra at Ace Hotel by Steve Chagollan

With all the attention to bigscreen spectacles accompanied by 80-piece orchestras, it’s easy to forget the smaller films that need music just as much, if not more: cartoons. The Los Angel…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:00PM

Theatre News: Lil' Chris death caused by hanging, inquest hears

The Loserville star was described by his family as a 'huge personality'

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:00PM

Features: 6 companies to look out for at the Brighton Fringe

Some exciting new theatre companies are taking part in this year's festival, which kicks off on Friday

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:00PM

Theater News: The Sound and the Fury Extends at the Public Theater

John Collins directs the Elevator Repair Service production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at noon (Broadway Time)
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The Factory Theater Announces 23rd Season in a New Space by American Theatre Editors

The roster includes three new plays by ensemble members about dating, dragons and disasters.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:47PM

Why "Finding Neverland" Got Snubbed (And Other Tony Nomination Analysis) by Lee Seymour

Tony nominators ignored some of the season's biggest hits. Why?

SOURCE: Forbes at 12:46PM

'Jersey Boys' has fresh legs at the Orpheum in Minneapolis

“Jersey Boys” is not showing its age in the national tour that hit Minneapolis on Tuesday.

SOURCE: StarTribune at 12:44PM

Eifman Ballet brings "Rodin” to Northrop in Minneapolis

Dance review: Russia’s Eifman Ballet explores the passion between sculptor Auguste Rodin and his muse.

SOURCE: StarTribune at 12:44PM

VIDEO: Orfeh, Rita Wilson & More Featured in New #Makeitfair Gender Equality Video by TV News Desk

The women behind makeitfair, a new group calling for gender equality, decided to create a new video underscoring the wealth of female talent that often goes untapped.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:43PM

BWW Reviews: Brian Gallagher Rocks Birdland with Poise and Power by David Clarke

To celebrate the release of his debut solo album ALL THAT'S AHEAD, Brian Gallagher performed an intimate set in Birdland's ongoing Broadway at Birdland concert series on Monday, April 27. Jo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:42PM

Tony Poll Top Three: Clap If You Believe Finding Neverland & More Deserved Tony Nods by Broadway.com

The nominations for the 2015 Tony Awards were announced on April 28, and while we’re thrilled for such shows and stars as Fun Home, An American in Paris, Kelli O’Hara and Bradley…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:37PM

Competition: Win tickets to Thriller Live by The Stage

Now in its record breaking 7th year, Thriller Live is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:35PM

Photo Coverage: SOMETHING ROTTEN! Celebrates 10 Tony Award Nominations! by Walter McBride

Among the top shows receiving nods was Broadway's SOMETHING ROTTEN. The cast and creative team celebrated the newsin front of the St. James theater. Check out the photos below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:34PM

Thaddeus Phillips Brings the Drug Trade to FringeArts by Josh

“I was fascinated by the way TV is made: the way you shoot out of sequence and how it actually feels more fake, even with real planes, for example, than being on a theater set.” The Incr…

SOURCE: fringearts.com at 12:32PM

Alan Cumming And Kristin Chenoweth will Host the 2015 Tony Awards by Chris Luner

Broadway’s biggest night has named its host! The Tony Awards, the biggest achievement in American musical theatre, is thee most celebrated night for the Broadway community each year. T…

SOURCE: Luner on Theatre at 12:28PM

May-June Cabaret Sampling by Sandi Durell

            By: Sandi Durell The trees are blossoming and so are the cabarets and clubs. Take a peek into who’s doing what where.   54... The post May-Ju…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 12:26PM

American Ballet Theatre: The Choreographers for the Company by Knightc

Please view the original post to see the video. "Ballet Theatre, like almost all ballet in America, owes a lot to the Russian dancers who came here after the Revolution and settled in the…

SOURCE: PBS at 12:23PM

Inspiration for children’s theatre in Wales by Georgia Snow

A children’s theatre company in Wales has launched an initiative backing the creation of new work for young people and families. The

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:22PM

Founding Fathers Who Look Like the Future by American Theatre Editors

Recasting American history with non-white actors not only makes 'Hamilton' feel immediate, alive. It's also a reminder that the story is still being written with each retelling.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:20PM

Tony Nominee Charl Brown Joins Highlight Concert Lineup for New Musical AKHENATEN by BroadwayWorld

The starry lineup is now complete for the concert highlighting songs from the epic Broadway-Bound musical 'Akhenaten the Musical' on May 1st at The Triad. The Tony Nominee for Memphis, Charl…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:19PM

New National Tour of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Directed by Jack O'Brien, to Launch This Fall; Initial Dates Announced! by BroadwayWorld

A brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien, will tour North America beginning September 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:15PM

The Nominees for Off Off Off Broadway’s Brian Awards by Lucas Kavner

The Brian Award for Best Play is Off Off Off Broadway’s highest honor. Here are the nominees: “Oh, No, My Arms Are Gone (A Death Foible)” By Steven F. B. Donna The American Skin Theatr…

SOURCE: The New Yorker Subscription at 12:15PM

Joss Whedon 'Inspired' by Lin-Manuel Miranda; Calls HAMILTON a 'Breathtaking Experience' by Movies News Desk

Among the director's biggest pop culture inspiration's is HAMILTON creator and star Lin-Manuel Miranda and calls his recent visit to see the new musical now playing at the Public Theatre a '…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:11PM

Broadway Theater Review: Airline Highway by Lauren Yarger

A Group of Airline Highway Characters That Never Take FlightBy Lauren YargerA group of down-on-their-luck people gather for the funeral of a close friend in Manhattan Theatre Club’s presen…

SOURCE: reflectionsinthelight.blogspot.com at 12:07PM

Century of Slapstick # 81: By the Sea by Trav S.D.

Today is the 100th anniversary of the release date  of the Charlie Chaplin Essanay comedy By the Sea. One doesn’t often get a chance to say this, but this is one of Chaplin’s la…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 12:06PM

Broadway Inspirational Voices to Perform Fundraising Concert at Salem Missionary Baptist Church, 5/31 by BroadwayWorld

Michael McElroy TONY nomination, BIG RIVER and The Broadway Inspirational Voices and Salem Missionary Baptist Church are teaming up for a Spring Concert Sunday May 31st730pm. The concert wil…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

Review Round-Ups: Is Bugsy Malone everything the critics want it to be?

Sean Holmes's production runs at the Lyric Hammersmith until August

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Review: Way Upstream (Chichester Festival Theatre)

Nadia Fall revives Ayckbourn's play at Chichester Festival Theatre

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Review: Follies (Royal Albert Hall)

Craig Revel Horwood's concert staging of Sondheim's epic boasted a cast of A-list talent

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:00PM

Theater News: Ewan McGregor and More to Honor Michael C. Hall, Steven Lutvak, and Robert L. Freedman

Anna Deavere Smith will host the Tisch gala with special presenters including Peter Krause, Tyne Daly, and Winnie Holzman.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Milwaukee Rep 15/16 Season Kick Off Party Previews DREAMGIRLS Starring Nova Y. Payton by Matthew Perta

The Milwaukee Repertory Theater is kicking off its 2015/2016 season in its main theater, the Quadracci Powerhouse, by continuing its goal of increasing diversity on stage and in the seats wi…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:54AM

Exclusive Photos From Elisabeth Moss’s Caricature Unveiling by Broadway's Best Shows

Elisabeth Moss, star of the first Broadway revival of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning Wendy Wasserstein play The Heidi Chronicles, received her caricature at an unveiling celebr…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 11:53AM

Milagro Artistic Director Olga Sanchez to Step Down by American Theatre Editors

The theatre's longtime leader will leave at the end of September to pursue a doctorate in theatre arts.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:52AM

Norbert Leo Butz, Josh Radnor to Star in New PBS Drama MERCY STREET by TV News Desk

Today, PBS announced that an award-winning cast and acclaimed television directors Roxann Dawson and Jeremy Webb will join its new Civil War-based drama, officially named MERCY STREET.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:45AM

Forecast for Silas Weir Mitchell: ‘Three Days of Rain’ by American Theatre Editors

The 'Grimm' star can't stay away from the stage for long, whether in sunny L.A. or rainy Portland.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:42AM

Karen Mason’s Solo Play with Music, Unfinished Business, Selected for NYMF by Andrew Gans

Karen Mason's new play with music, Unfinished Business, will be part of the annual New York Musical Theatre Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

Opera's top Gunn is cutting his own path to greatness by Everett Evans

Gunn has returned to Houston Grand Opera for his much-anticipated role debut as the titular "demon barber" in "Sweeney Todd," composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim's chef d'oeuvre. Yet ons…

SOURCE: Houston Chronicle Subscription at 11:36AM

Gloria Estefan & More to Perform on PBS's NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT by BroadwayWorld

The all-star line-up includes distinguished American leader GeneralColin L. Powell USA Ret. seven-time Grammy Award-winner, and international superstar Gloria Estefan acclaimed film and tele…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:33AM

VIDEO: Broadway's Todrick Hall Sings All 5 Beyonce Albums in 4 Minutes! by TV News Desk

Below, watch Broadway and YouTube star Todrick Hall sing all 5 Beyonce albums in 4 minutes

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:29AM

Approaching Justice & Democracy (in Beauty Class) by Diane Ragsdale

In last week’s post I wrote about a lecture by Polly Carl on the first half of Elaine Scarry’s monograph on beauty, which focuses on the relationship between beauty and truth.…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 11:27AM

Five Burning Questions with Chicago's Grammy-Winning Headliner, Brandy Norwood

Grammy winner Brandy Norwood shares her favorite Whitney memory, her dressing-room must-haves and her signature dance move offstage.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:25AM

What to see and do, April 29-May 17 by ArtsATL Staff

This is a big weekend for the Atlanta Botanical Garden. Its new garden in Gainesville, land donated by Charles and Lessie Smithgall, will be one

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 11:23AM

MOTOWN National Tour Celebrates First Anniversary on the Road by BroadwayWorld

Producers Kevin McCollum, Doug Morris and Berry Gordy have announced that First National Tour of MOTOWN THE MUSICAL will celebrate its one year anniversary on May 8, 2015.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:23AM

Bugsy Malone through the years in pictures by Telegraph Staff

With the first professional production of the famous musical opening at the Lyric Hammersmith, we we remember Bugsy's journey through the ages and the stages Gallery by Jonathan McAloon

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 11:21AM

Mayweather vs. Merchant: The night my uncle KO’d the champ in a war of words by Sarah Kaufman

Floyd Mayweather is favored to beat Manny Pacquiao in Saturday’s much-hyped welterweight title fight in Las Vegas. Mayweather’s record is 47 wins, no losses. But that doesn’t take into…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:15AM

PHOTO: Broadway's SOMETHING ROTTEN Celebrates Its 10 Tony Nominations! by BroadwayWorld

The cast and creative team celebrated the news by tweetinga photo of the nominees in front of the St. James theater

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:13AM

Jack O’Brien Will Direct Sound of Music Tour; Itinerary Announced by Andrew Gans

A brand-new production of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic The Sound of Music, directed by three-time Tony winner Jack O'Brien, will tour North America beginning in September.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM

Award for Danny Hoch Kicks Off Downtown Urban Theater Festival by American Theatre Editors

The author of 'Jails, Hospitals and Hip-Hop' will receive the Playwright Masters Award from the fest, which will present 17 new works by 18 writers.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:10AM

Photo Call: Something Rotten! Celebrates 10 Tony Nominations by Matthew Blank

The new Broadway musical Something Rotten! earned 10 Tony Award nominations April 28. Show stars, creatives and producers took a pause for a quick celebratory photo op before the evening pe…

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:08AM

Josh Radnor, Norbert Leo Butz & More Broadway Alums Set for PBS' Mercy Street by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Josh Radnor, two-time Tony winner Norbert Leo Butz and more Broadway alums have been tapped for PBS’ Civil War drama Mercy Street. Executive produced by Ridley Scott, Roxann Dawson and…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:04AM

Sky Arts 2 to close in favour of on-demand service by Matthew Hemley

Sky is to close one of its arts channels and launch an on-demand offering instead. From June, Sky Arts 2, primarily an

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:04AM

Orange Tree to grow director talent with National Theatre by David Hutchison

Richmond’s Orange Tree Theatre has partnered with the National Theatre to give an emerging director a placement at both venues. The JP

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:04AM

Guthrie Theater's new season gives a taste of Joseph Haj

The new artistic director will direct two shows in a 2015-16 season that mixes the familiar with more adventurous works.

SOURCE: StarTribune at 11:03AM

Tony Nominee Charl Brown Set for Concert Version of Akhenaten the Musical by Andrew Gans

Casting has been announced for the upcoming concert featuring songs from the Broadway-aimed Akhenaten the Musical, which will be presented May 1 at The Triad cabaret in New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

In the Moment: Meet the Encore Chorale by David Siegel

Ideas for this column can come from unexpected encounters. This column was sparked over a dinner with some good friends a few nights ago. Let’s call them Rayna and Ed. We were at the neigh…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:01AM

Review: The Impossible Adventures of Supernova Jones/Forget Me Not Theatre Company by Alex Huntsberger

What would drive a man to venture out alone in the dark reaches of the galaxy? Your typical 1950s serial might have you believe that it is his impeccable sense of adventure, his desire to ac…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 11:00AM

What to do when someone says, “You Suck!” on Social Media. Part I. by Ken Davenport

Let’s play a game. Below is a quote from an actual Yelp review of a Broadway show.  Guess which one: The storyline was predictable and weak and quite BORING. I was totally falling asl…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:00AM

The Scottish Ballet dances its way into ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ by Hedy Weiss

Since its debut in 1947, Tennessee Williams' scorcher of a play, "A Streetcar Named Desire," has been made into an iconic film starring Vivien Leigh and Marlon Brando, received countless sta…

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times at 11:00AM

Letters of the week by The Stage

Stop propagating funding myth I’ve been following the debate in The Stage regarding the lack of working-class actors at drama schools with

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:00AM

Broadway Real Estate by Jennifer Nason-Brown

Like to keep track of what show is booked into which Broadway theatre? If so, then you will particularly enjoy Playbill.com's feature, Broadway Real Estate, which is updated periodically.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:00AM

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 4/29/15- RENT by Stage Tube

Today in 1996, Rent opened at the Nederlander Theatre, where it ran for 5123 performances. Rent is a rock musical with music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson based on Giacomo Puccini's opera La…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:00AM

Photos: Christine Baranski leads Follies at Albert Hall

An all-star cast took part in a one day only concert directed by Craig Revel Horwood

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:00AM

Review: Closer to Heaven (Union Theatre)

The Pet Shop Boys' 2001 musical struggles to hit the right narrative notes

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:00AM

Photo Flash: Elisabeth Moss Dedicates Sardi's Caricature to Heidi Playwright Wendy Wasserstein

Moss stars in The Heidi Chronicles at Broadway's Music Box Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Original, irreverent “King of Pops” at Dad’s Garage sets Atlanta’s food truck wars to music by Kelundra Smith

An animated, giant whistling orange popsicle pops up on a screen. Lights come up and inside the offices of AIG, the 2009 banking crisis is

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 10:56AM

Photo Archive: Celebrating Two Decades of Love; A Look Back at Rent on Broadway by Matthew Blank

The iconic Jonathan Larson rock musical Rent opened on Broadway on April 29, 1996. Playbill.com takes a look back at the original Broadway production and the many performers who passed throu…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

Glee Star, Darren Criss, Steps Into The Heel’s Of Hedwig Tonight by Broadway's Best Shows

Darren Criss returns to Broadway, tonight (4/29), in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, the Tony Award winning Best Musical Revival, for a limited 12-week engagement at the Belasco Theatre (111 West…

SOURCE: Broadway’s Best Shows at 10:35AM

Ancient Technologies for Modern Times by Jeff Janisheski

(This post is part of the Audience (R)Evolution online salon curated by Caridad Svich for the TCG Audience (R)Evolution Convening in Kansas City, MO in 2015.) Theatre is an ancient techn…

SOURCE: Theatre Communications Group at 10:35AM

How to Unite Tech and Powerful Stories by Damian Bazadona

By now we’ve accepted that successful brands are […]

SOURCE: www.situationinteractive.com at 10:33AM

Casting Announced for London's Dusty Springfield Musical Dusty by Broadway.com

Casting has been set for Dusty, a new multi-media show celebrating the music of 60’s pop icon Dusty Springfield. Written by Kim Weild and Duncan Sibbald with dramaturg Jack Bradley, th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:30AM

Keith Harris, Orville and the lost age of oddball comedy by Brian Logan

TV was once just a step away from musical hall – then along came alternative comedy and the standup boom. Do we now prefer authenticity to eccentricity? Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:27AM

The Rolling Stone review – a crusading attack on Uganda’s anti-gay law by Alfred Hickling

Royal Exchange, ManchesterChris Urch’s play examines the persecution of gay people and the hate campaigns published by a virulent Kampala tabloid Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:26AM

Photo Call: The Heidi Chronicles and “Mad Men” Star Elisabeth Moss Joins the Walls of Sardi’s by Matthew Blank

Elisabeth Moss, starring in the current Broadway revival of The Heidi Chronicles, was honored April 28 with the unveiling of a portrait to adorn the famed walls of theatre district eatery Sa…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:25AM

5 Reasons to See ‘On the Town’ on Broadway by NewYork.com

On the Town, a 2015 Tony nominee for Best Musical Revival, is now on Broadway at the Lyric Theatre. Tony Yazbeck (also a 2015 Tony nominee for Best Leading Actor in a Musical), Jay Armstro…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 10:23AM

Shakespeare’s Globe tour guides to strike by Matthew Hemley

Tour guides working for Shakespeare’s Globe are to strike after talks to resolve an ongoing pay dispute broke down. BECTU and Shakespeare’s

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:21AM

Fun Home Team at Work on New Project by Andrew Gans

Lisa Kron and Jeanine Tesori, the co-creators of Fun Home, which received 12 Tony nominations, including Best Musical, are collaborating on a new project.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:19AM

Preview: Rituals of Abundance for Lean Times #14: Curious Reinventions/Dance COLEctive and Peter Carpenter Performance Project by Sharon Hoyer

RECOMMENDED Independent choreographer Peter Carpenter teams with Margi Cole and her company The Dance COLEctive to write the fourteenth chapter in his ongoing dance serial that puts a critic…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 10:13AM

Dominick LaRuffa Jr. to Make Off-Broadway Debut in My Big Gay Italian Funeral & Wedding by Broadway.com

Dominick LaRuffa Jr. will take on the role of Dominick Vitale in My Big Gay Italian Funeral from May 10 and the part of Mario in My Big Gay Italian Wedding from June 6. The off-Broadway come…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:11AM

Six thousand times by Terry Teachout

David Letterman is about to retire after thirty-three years as a late-night TV host, and he’s marked the occasion by giving a genuinely revealing interview to the New York Times: I’m awa…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 10:03AM

Hulu Sets Exclusive Deals With AMC, Amy Poehler – Newfronts by Jeremy Gerard

At its Newfront (or Upfront) presentation this morning, Hulu announced an exclusive deal with AMC productions for future content. Hulu also announced Difficult People, a new series set to d…

SOURCE: Deadline at 10:03AM

Nantucket Film Fest Will Open 20th Anni Run With Literary ‘The End of The Tour’ by Jeremy Gerard

The 20th edition of the Nantucket Film Festival will show A24's The End Of The Tour with Jason Segel as the late David Foster Wallace, also starring Jesse Eisenberg, on opening night, June …

SOURCE: Deadline at 10:00AM

Listen to Sound Clips from On the Twentieth Century Cast Recording, Starring Kristin Chenoweth! by Andrew Gans and Michael Gioia

PS Classics' two-CD cast recording of the Roundabout Theatre Company's critically acclaimed revival of On the Twentieth Century, starring Kristin Chenoweth, will be available i…

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM

Theatre News: Exclusive: Full cast announced for Teddy at Southwark Playhouse

The 50s-set show premieres in June; see an exclusive track performed by Will Payne

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:00AM

Review: Bugsy Malone (Lyric Hammersmith)

Sean Holmes's production opens the redeveloped theatre

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:00AM

Theatre News: 1984 returns to the West End

The Headlong, Nottingham Playhouse and Almeida co-production will run at the Playhouse Theatre from 12 June

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:00AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, April 29, 2015 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:58AM

VIDEO: Tituss Burgess & Anna Faris Visit CBS's JAMES CORDEN! by TV News Desk

Anna Faris, star of CBS's MOM and Broadway's Tituss Burgess Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt stopped by last night's LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN. Check out all the clips from the appearance be…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM

Big Brother to Return to the West End! 1984 Sets London Dates by Broadway.com

1984 will return to London's Playhouse Theatre this summer. Based on George Orwell’s classic 1949 novel and adapted and co-directed by Robert Icke and Duncan Macmillan, the product…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:49AM

Casting Announced For Dusty

Dusty, a unique new multi-media show celebrating the musical icon Dusty Springfield, will receive its world premiere at the Charing Cross Theatre next month with previews beginning 25 May 20…

SOURCE: 1651 at 09:49AM

Elevator Repair Service's The Sound and the Fury Extends Before Opening Off-Broadway; Tix Now Available by Broadway.com

The Sound and the Fury has already extended its return engagement off-Broadway. The show, directed by John Collins and created by Elevator Repair Service, will begin previews in The Public…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:46AM

Tony Award Winner Billy Porter to Appear at SOPAC, 6/15 by BroadwayWorld

Midtown Direct Rep MDR, the ensemble-based theater company based in South OrangeMaplewood, NJ, announcesA CONVERSATION WITH BILLY PORTER,onMonday, June 15, 2015 at 730 PMat the South Orange …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:46AM

Can You Believe in the Dark? by Dan O'Neil

An interview with Tiny Little Band on belief, darkness, and how to build a show that seeks to disrupt certainty and replace it with something else.

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 09:42AM

Dusty Cast Announced by Doug Mayo

By Doug Mayo Dusty, a new multi-media show celebrating the music of the iconic Dusty Springfield will receive its World Premiere at the Charing Cross Theatre. With original music by the lege…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:40AM

MCC Theater's PERMISSION, Starring Justin Bartha & Elizabeth Reaser, Begins Tonight by BroadwayWorld

MCC Theater'sPermission, the new comedy from Hand to God playwright Robert Askinsrecentlyextended by a week through June 14th.The first performance of the show is set for tonight, April 29th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:35AM

VIDEO: John Cleese Talks Monty Python Reunion & More on LATE NIGHT by TV News Desk

John Cleese stopped by last night's LATE NIGHT and revealed to Seth that he never liked Monty Python's 'Ministry of Silly Walks' sketch.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:34AM

Fire and the Rain, Constellation stages ancient Indian poem (review) by Alan Katz

How epic is the source material for The Fire and The Rain, the newest North American premiere of South Asian drama at Constellation Theater? Literally, the most epic. No hyperbole here, the …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 09:33AM

WAKE UP with BWW 4/29/2015 - Criss in HEDWIG, McDonald at Carnegie and More! by Jessica Showers

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it Today's big news Broadway gets a new HEDWIG, Audra ligh…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:28AM

Broadway Inspirational Voices Will Offer Miracles in May by Andrew Gans

Michael McElroy and The Broadway Inspirational Voices are joining forces with the Salem Missionary Baptist Church for a spring concert May 31 at Brooklyn's Salem Baptist Church.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:17AM

Baltimore curfew means earlier curtain times; BSO offers free concert today at noon by Nelson Pressley

Baltimore’s state of emergency and 10 p.m. curfew means earlier curtain times for theaters that aren’t cancelling shows (and most aren’t). 7 p.m. is the new starting time this week at …

SOURCE: Washington Post at 09:17AM

Laura Osnes Will Join Daniel Reichard for Rodgers and Hammerstein Concert in NYC by Andrew Gans

Original Jersey Boys star Daniel Reichard will celebrate Mother's Day May 10 with a concert at Birdland Jazz Club.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:07AM

Eclipsed review – sisterhood and survival in Liberian war drama by Lyn Gardner

Gate, LondonDanai Gurira’s exploration of four African women keeping body and soul together is a small, polished gem Continue reading...

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:05AM

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Sutton Foster is 'Broke and Pantyless' on the Next YOUNGER by TV News Desk

Below, check out a sneak peek at the next episode of TV Land's YOUNGER titled 'Broke and Pantyless.' The series airs Tuesdays at 109c on TV Land.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:04AM

REVIEW: Wicked, Apollo Victoria Theatre ✭✭✭✭✭ by Stephen Collins

By Stephen Collins Wicked Apollo Victoria Theatre 11 February 2015 5 Stars What are the chances of getting large audiences to come eight times a week to a musical about political propaganda,…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:02AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Ticket Offer: £10 tickets for Beyond Caring at the National Theatre by A Younger Theatre

Beyond Caring by Alexander Zeldin, written through devising with the company. Presented by The Yard Theatre 28 April – 16 May at the Temporary Theatre, National Theatre ★★★★ ̵…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 08:58AM

VIDEO: First Look - Adam Lambert Reveals Music Video for 'Ghost Town' by TV News Desk

Adam Lambert has released the music video to his new single 'Ghost Town,' directed by Hype Williams. The song is the lead single off his upcoming album The Original High.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:57AM

Anna Kendrick on ‘Pitch Perfect 2’ and Not Trying Too Hard by Brooks Barnes

Ms. Kendrick originally had some qualms about making a sequel to “Pitch Perfect,” the 2012 hit about a group of young misfit a cappella singers.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:55AM

Tony Winner Audra McDonald Performs Tonight at Carnegie Hall by BroadwayWorld

Audra McDonaldperforms tonight, April 29, 2015 in Carnegie Hall'sStern Auditorium Perelman Stage.She will be joined by music director and pianist Andy Einhorn, bassist Mark Vanderpoel, and …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:54AM

VIDEO: Amber Riley & Patti LaBelle Belt Out 'Lady Marmalade' in DWTS Anniversary Special by TV News Desk

The night came to a spectacular close with Grammy award winning artist and Season 20 contestant Patti LaBelle performing her iconic hit 'Lady Marmalade' with Lil' Kim and Dancing With the St…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:48AM

Darren Criss Steps Into HEDWIG's Stilettos on Broadway Tonight by BroadwayWorld

As BWW previously reported, Darren Criss will return to Broadway in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, the Tony Award winning Best Musical Revival, for a limited 12-week engagement starting tonight,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:48AM

Critically Acclaimed 1984 Returns To West End Ahead Of International Tour by Jacob Porteous

The Headlong, Nottingham Playhouse and Almeida Theatre production of 1984 will return to the Playhouse Theatre this summer, where it enjoyed a very run in 2014. 1…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 08:46AM

Forever by Doug Marino

Another self-absorbed, publicly financed purportedly cathartic psychotherapy session - live - and on stage for a limited run at the New York Theater Workshop where you can waste 80 minutes o…

SOURCE: Act Three - The Reviews at 08:40AM

Taking Time Out for Tony Talk-2015 Edition by Broadway & Me

It’s hard to argue with the Tony nominations announced yesterday morning. The much-admired An American in Paris and the even more critically beloved Fun Home lead the p…

SOURCE: Broadway & Me at 08:35AM

Sing Out Your Feelings: 5 Emotionally Rich Musical Theater Songs by Tim Croner

In the semi-rare event that I find myself discussing my passion for musical theater with my non-musical-loving friends, there is one question that, inevitably, always gets asked: Why do I lo…

SOURCE: newmusicaltheatre.com at 08:34AM

UP ON THE MARQUEE: Darren Criss Starring in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH by Walter McBride

Darren Criss, the breakout star of GLEE andHOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS will make his return to Broadway inHEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, the Tony Award winning Best Musical Revival, for a limited…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:26AM

Production news round-up: April 22 to 28 by Georgia Snow

PLAYS Nicole Kidman is to return to the West End stage for the first time in 17 years in the UK premiere

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:02AM

Review: Beast on the Moon/Raven Theatre by Christopher Kidder-Mostrom

RECOMMENDED Richard Kalinoski’s play “Beast on the Moon” has won awards all over the world, and in Raven Theatre’s current production directed by Michael Menendian, one can easily se…

SOURCE: Newcity Stage at 08:00AM

BWW's On This Day - April 29, 2015

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on April 29 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:00AM

Trendsday Poll: What is the "Missing" Tony Award? by JK

It's "Trendsday" on Tony Nominations Week! I'm speaking for myself here, but I think there are some areas of the Broadway season that deserve some serious recognition.  I can't tell you…

SOURCE: JK's TheatreScene at 08:00AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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With Dad As Sidekick, Talk Show Host Scott Rogowski Kibitzes with Comedy Icons by Michael Albo, Michael Albo

Over a pre-show turkey burger, comedian Scott Rogowsky tests one of his opening monologue jokes. “Today’s Earth Day. I did my part. I shared an Uber with a completely unqualified driver.…

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 07:58AM

Obituary: Keith Harris by Michael Quinn

For more than a decade, ventriloquist Keith Harris was one of the biggest stars in light entertainment, hosting his own variety-based Saturday

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:52AM

Coming To A Florida Theater Near You? Humana Festival Showcases New Plays by Bill Hirschman

All hell breaks loose in The Glory of the World by Charles Mee at the Humana Festival of New Plays at Actors Theatre of Louisville / All photos by Bill Brymer By Bill Hirschman As before, th…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 07:47AM

Critically Acclaimed 1984 Returns To West End Ahead Of International Tour

The Headlong, Nottingham Playhouse and Almeida Theatre production of 1984 will return to the Playhouse Theatre                   this summer…

SOURCE: 1650 at 07:27AM

American Buffalo, Wyndham's Theatre, London: Damian Lewis impresses as moustacheod Teach in star-studded production

It's a role that has attracted the likes of Al Pacino, Robert Duvall and William H Macy. Now, the part of Teach – the most driven of the three small-time hustlers in David Mamet's 1975 pla…

SOURCE: The Independent at 07:17AM

Snapshot: Andy Warhol talks about pop art by Terry Teachout

Andy Warhol talks about the pop-art phenomenon in a 1965 CBC profile: (This is the latest in a series of arts-related videos that appear in this space each Monday and Wednesday.)

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:15AM

King John review – candlelit Shakespeare is spine-tingling by Lyn Gardner

Church of the Holy Sepulchre, NorthamptonThis Globe co-production is a treat for the senses thanks to Orlando Gough’s glorious scoreWhen Simon de Senlis, Earl of Northampton, returned from…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:02AM

Kat Nugent: There’s more to mentoring than just imparting knowledge by Kat Nugent

‘Mentor’ sounds so official. Recently asked to be one for the second time, I came up against the question: What does mentoring

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00AM

Almanac: Murray Kempton on journalism and journalists by Terry Teachout

“Journalism itself is the most sacred cow in journalism’s barn.” Murray Kempton, dust-jacket blurb for Richard Pollak’s Stop the Presses, I Want to Get Off!

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM

Actor Paterson Joseph to speak at diversity in theatre conference by Matthew Hemley

Actor Paterson Joseph will join director Paulette Randall and Theatre Royal Stratford East artistic director Kerry Michael at a one-day conference discussing

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Way Upstream, Chichester Festival Theatre, review: 'dramatic waves and emotional ripples' by Dominic Cavendish

Its replica river and 65,000 litres of water might sound gimmicky, but this revival of Alan Ayckbourn's black comedy is surprisingly powerful, says Dominic Cavendish

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 06:26AM

O Brother! – Tis Pity She’s a Whore by Sandi Durell

            by: JK Clarke   To say Tis Pity She’s a Whore is confounding and enigmatic is a vast understatement. No, not because it’s a... The post O B…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 06:21AM

Sharp edges in Hypocrite's 'Three Sisters' by Kerry Reid

The Prozorov sisters pine for Moscow as their world turns Paris Green. Throughout Geoff Button's cunning and muscular production of "Three Sisters" with The Hypocrites, verdant shades remini…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 06:00AM

Sharp edges in Hypocrites' 'Three Sisters' by Kerry Reid

The Prozorov sisters pine for Moscow as their world turns Paris Green. Throughout Geoff Button's cunning and muscular production of "Three Sisters" with The Hypocrites, verdant shades remini…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 06:00AM

Tony nominations 2015: Unexpectedly edgy with 'Something Rotten!' and more by Steven Zeitchik

For years, theater pundits have complained that Broadway and the Tony Awards have become staid and spineless, filled with unnecessary revivals and musicals adapted from old movies.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 06:00AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Mark Shenton: Best of British – but what’s been overlooked in the 2015 Tony nominations? by Mark Shenton

When The Tony Awards are presented in Broadway’s biggest annual back-patting event, not everyone will be a winner. And the nominations, announced

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:59AM

Follies, Royal Albert Hall, review: 'when Anita Dobson brought the house down' by Rupert Christiansen

This semi-staged version of Sondheim's masterpiece featured a constellation of showbiz luminaries, says Rupert Christiansen

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 05:57AM

Ellen McDougall to direct Headlong co-production of The Glass Menagerie by Georgia Snow

Ellen McDougall is to direct a touring production of Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie, which will open at West Yorkshire Playhouse in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:37AM

Closer to Heaven, Union Theatre, review: 'you'll have a ball' by Rupert Hawksley

The clichéd script hardly matters in this infectious musical, says Rupert Hawksley

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 05:36AM

New York Theater April 2015 Quiz by New York Theater

How well were you paying attention to theater in April? Answer these 13 questions and find out.

SOURCE: New York Theater at 05:09AM

Underbelly creates Circus Hub for Edinburgh Fringe 2015 by Thom Dibdin

Circus is to get its first dedicated venue at the Edinburgh Fringe this year, as Underbelly takes over the Meadows area previously

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Follies, Royal Albert Hall by Matt Wolf

God love Christine Baranski: Eight years after the Tony and Emmy-winning actress played the supporting role of Carlotta Campion in a semi-staged 2007 production of Stephen Sondheim's Follies…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 04:32AM

1984 to return to the West End by Georgia Snow

1984 is to return to the West End’s Playhouse Theatre later this year ahead of a UK and US tour. It will

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:30AM

George Orwell’s 1984 to Return to West End’s Playhouse Theatre in June by Mark Shenton

1984, a stage version of George Orwell's book created by Robert Icke and Duncan Macmillan, is to return to the West End's Playhouse Theatre, where it previously played in 2014 after …

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:29AM

A View From The Bridge by Thom Dibdin

✭✭✭✩✩ Honourable: A strange and mysterious 1950s New York is explored in the Consortium Theatre Company's take on Arthur Miller's A View From the Bridg…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:29AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Sharing The Secret by Joe Patti

There is a poem by Denise Levertov, “The Secret,” that addresses so many of the anxieties and hang ups that both artists and potential audiences have about art. I feel like the p…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM

Competition: Win tickets to see The Sound of Music on tour by The Stage

One of the greatest musicals of all time returns to the stage in a magnificent new production to enchant and enthral the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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No surprises in this year's Tony Award nominations

No controversy stirred this year -- yet.

SOURCE: NorthJersey.com at 02:52AM

Alfred Hitchcock: a sadistic prankster by Martin Chilton

Alfred Hitchcock, who died on April 29, 1980, is celebrated as a genius of film-making but in his private life he was a warped practical joker

SOURCE: The Telegraph at 02:45AM

An encounter with Victoria Wood: ‘You can’t help but explode with laughter’ by Ellie Taylor

Standup Ellie Taylor applauds the exquisite and joyful use of language that helps Wood land her comedy punchesMy first encounter with Victoria Wood was as a kid watching a TV special where a…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:29AM

Honour Bayes’ theatre picks: April 29 by Honour Bayes

“Come writers and critics who prophesise with your pen,” sang Bob Dylan, before announcing that the times were a-changing. How prophetic: some

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Billy Lewis Jr., Emily Padgett and Adam Kantor Join G'DAY BROADWAY' at the Met Room Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Glee star Billy Lewis Jr., Adam Kantor Rent, The Last 5 Years, Emily Padgett Side Show, pictured, Amma Osei Rock of Ages, Ryann Redmond Bring it On, IfThen, Heather Brorsen Avenue Q and Ashl…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

BroadwayWorld's THE RESIDUALS Guests on THAT'LL PLAY LIVE Tonight at NYIT by BroadwayWorld

That'll Play Podcast hosted by Matt Candela and John Nuzzi will be recording live at NYIT's Manhattan campus tonight, April 29th 2015 at 7PM. Joining That'll Play for this exciting event are…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:30AM

Alan Rickman, Rufus Wainwright Celebrate Karen Brooks Hopkins at BAM Gala by Suzy Evans

The evening honored the outgoing president, who has helped shape the arts organization with fundraising, programming and campus expansion.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:05AM

SOUND OFF Special Edition: 2015 Tony Award Nominations Surprises & Snubs by Pat Cerasaro

The 2015 Tony Award nominations were revealed yesterday and the usual surprises, snubs and expected acknowledgements were on full display - with perhaps more surprises and snubs than in any …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00AM

BroadwayWorld Web Series THE RESIDUALS to Debut Season 2 on 6/16 by BroadwayWorld

Season 2 of the hit web-comedy THE RESIDULAS will debut exclusively on BroadwayWorld onJune, 16th. Theshow, from husband and wife team Michael Paul Smith and Gillian Pensavalle, takes a look…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:00AM

Special Reports: Learn the Difference Between a Tony and a Drama Desk With Our Theater Awards Guide

For theater lovers, the spring season means more than just flowers. Obies and Theatre World Awards are thawing our frozen hearts.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Meet the Director and Cast of Vienna Theatre Company’s ‘Other Desert Cities': Part 4: Patrick David and Jeff McDermott by Joel Markowitz

Meet the cast and director of Vienna Theatre Company’s Other Desert Cities. In Part 4: Meet Patrick David and Jeff McDermott. Joel: Please introduce yourself and tell us where our readers…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:52AM

“Glee” Star Darren Criss Is Broadway’s Newest Hedwig, Beginning Tonight by Adam Hetrick, Carey Purcell

Darren Criss, the young actor who rose to stardom on the Fox musical series "Glee," steps into the role of East German transgender rocker Hedwig in the Broadway production of Hedwi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The Designer Who Is Dominating the Tonys

In a remarkable achievement, set and costume designer Bob Crowley received four Tony nominations—the first nonproducer to receive four nods in a single year. A look at the man and his meth…

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 12:00AM

Audra McDonald Plays Carnegie Hall Tonight by Andrew Gans

Audra McDonald, who won a record-breaking sixth Tony Award for her performance in Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, goes it solo April 29 at Carnegie Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

How Sarah Stiles’ “Sick Mind” and Puppet Sex Skills Made Her a Better Person and a Tony Nominee! by Carey Purcell

Sarah Stiles, who received her first Tony Award nomination for her performance as shy teenager Jessica in Hand to God, shares how puppets (and puppet sex) have been a constant presence throu…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Playbill Vault’s Today In Theatre History: April 29 by Anne Bradley and Robert Viagas

1899 Happy birthday Edward Kennedy Ellington, who, taking the surname "Duke," became one of the 20th century's most important musician-composers. His Broadway shows, Beggar…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Goodspeed’s Guys and Dolls, Starring Nancy Anderson, Opens Tonight by Michael Gioia

Goodspeed Musicals' production of Guys and Dolls, which kicks off the company's 2015 season at the Goodspeed Opera House, officially opens April 29, following previews that …

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Their Favorite Things: Two-Time Tony Winner Robert Morse Shares His Theatregoing Experiences by Andrew Gans

Playbill.com's feature series Their Favorite Things asks members of the theatre community to share the Broadway performances that most affected them as part of the audi…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Sites suggested for new downtown Sacramento performing arts center

A task force exploring the need for a new performing arts center in downtown Sacramento has identified four potential sites for a 2,200-seat theater, but needs up to six more months to figur…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 12:00AM

Tony Sheldon, Adam Kantor and Emily Padgett Say G’DAY Broadway! Tonight at the Metropolitan Room by Michael Gioia

G'DAY Broadway! The Music of Matthew Lee Robinson, a concert featuring the music of the Australian songwriter, is held April 29 at The Metropolitan Room in New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

We're Wigging Out! Glee Fave Darren Criss Begins Performances as Broadway's Newest Hedwig by Ryan McPhee

A new rock goddess is moving six inches forward/five inches back…and he does not have a beard! Glee star and Broadway.com Audience Choice Award winner Darren Criss begins performances…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:00AM

A Beautiful Gershwin Broadway Ballet by Wqxr

Broadway has been going to the movies for so long now that it’s almost surprising that the beloved 1951 movie-musical “An American in Paris” has only now been turned into a stage show.…

SOURCE: WQXR at 12:00AM

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