Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Win a double pass to Clinton The Musical, Perth by AussieTheatre

Clinton: The Musical is heading to Perth for the first time after a sell-out season Off Broadway, and we are offering a double pass to one lucky AussieTheatre reader in Perth! Penned by Aust…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 10:18PM

Review: Butler

A Civil War comedy plays 59E59 for the summer.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Understudy Productions debuts Edges: A Song Cycle by Bobbi-Lea Dionysius

There’s a new kid on the musical theatre block. Brisbane-based company Understudy Productions has debuted at the Metro Arts with Edges: A Song Cycle, written by Justin Paul and Benj Pasek.…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:47PM

Butler by Sandi Durell

    by Carole Di Tosti     Benjamin Franklin Butler (1818-1893) was a controversial historical figure who cut a wide swath in politics, business, the military and the leg…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 09:43PM

They're With Her! Watch Audra McDonald, Darren Criss & More Perform at the Democratic Convention by Lindsey Sullivan

There's a reason it's called a political "party"! The Great White Way's brightest gathered together to support presidential nominee Hillary Clinton on July 27 at the De…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:31PM

BWW TV: Broadway Stars Sing 'What the World Needs Now' at the Democratic Convention by Alan Henry

As reported last week by BroadwayWorld, a trio of Broadway and cabaret favorites,Seth Rudetsky,Liz CallawayandMelissa Errico, each announced on social media that they will be involved with a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:31PM

Injury Forces David Harbour to Exit Troilus and Cressida by Adam Hetrick

The Public Theater’s Shakespeare in the Park production has pushed back its opening night after actor David Harbour suffered an injury during previews, forcing him to withdraw from the sho…

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:22PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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J.T. Rogers' Hit Drama 'Oslo' Sets Broadway Move by David Rooney

The Lincoln Center Theater production, which stars Jennifer Ehle and Jefferson Mays, will move to the Vivian Beaumont Theater in spring, making it eligible for the 2017 Tony Awards. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:46PM

‘Cabaret’ is still a seductive, haunting experience at Music Circus

There has never been any doubt about just what goes on in “Cabaret.” The musical was unusual for its time because it’s a drama, not a romance or comedy, as … Click to Continue &r…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 08:41PM

Broadway Stars Perform "What the World Needs Now Is Love" at the DNC by Jennifer Konerman

Dozens of performers lined the stage in Philadelphia to sing the song, which was recorded to honor the victims from the Orlando nightclub massacre. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:38PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Kara Lindsay, Nicolas Dromard and More in NCT's MARY POPPINS by BroadwayWorld

Based on the popular Disney movie of the same name, Mary Poppins tells the storyof a mysterious English nanny sent to straighten out the children of the Banks family.The young nanny takes th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:27PM

“A Chorus Line” at the Bowl by Pauline Adamek

“One! Singular Sensation!” A Chorus Line will have three performances only at the Hollywood Bowl, starting this Friday evening. The Hollywood Bowl’s upcoming production of A

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 08:18PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Heck With Garage Bands, Rock The Porch! by Joe Patti

Ever since I first heard them mentioned during our state arts council’s grant panel discussion, I have been keeping an eye on the PorchRokr Festival up near Akron. The hook of the fest…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 07:53PM

Tony Nominee Josh Gad to Guest Co-Host LIVE WITH KELLY by TV News Desk

'LIVE WITH KELLY' has announced that Tony nominee Josh Gad will guest co-host the show on Tuesday, August 2ndand Wednesday, August 4th.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:29PM

Andy Mientus Sings "Burn All Night" from Manhattan Kids Live at Feinstein's/54 Below by Broadway.com

Get a sneak peek of Andy Mientus and Teen Commandments' show at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:28PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Josh Grisetti of Something Rotten! by Broadway.com

Something Rotten! star Josh Grisetti stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat with Paul Wontorek.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:28PM

BUTLER - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Howard Miller

At the start of Richard Strand’s glittering seriocomic play Butler, opening tonight at 59E59, you may think you are watching one of those comedies about the foibles of the upper class, the…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 07:22PM

The Plough and the Stars, National Theatre by Aleks Sierz

Anniversaries are lotteries. Sometimes they allow us to see the past with fresh eyes; at other times, they simply accentuate the growing distance between then and now. Because this year mark…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 07:06PM

In The Stage newspaper this week: July 28 by The Stage

The Stage newspaper comes out once a week and is brimming with industry news, advice, analysis and reviews from all over the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:00PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Fuse Commentary: Artwashing — Aiding Derelict Neighborhoods or Abetting Social Inequity? by Arts Fuse Editor

For the anti-gentrification critics, urban deterioration should be left the way it is.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 06:42PM

Fuse Preview: The Lowell Folk Festival at 30 — A Family Affair by Noah Schaffer

Most of the can't-miss acts on this year's Lowell Folk Fest roster are artists who make preserving musical traditions a family business.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 06:42PM

FIRST LOOK: Harry Potter And The Cursed Child Production Photos by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Harry Potter And The Cursed Child is the eighth story in the Harry Potter series. It is also the very first official Harry Potter story to be presented on stage. In true epic…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:31PM

The Broadway.com Show: Jake Gyllenhaal Feels the Burn! Hamilton's WikiLeaks! Harry Potter on Broadway? by Broadway.com

On this week's episode, the tradition ends for Fiddler, Daniel Radcliffe's all about Privacy and we do the time warp again.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:24PM

Andy Mientus Sings "Burn All This" from Manhattan Kids Live at Feinstein's/54 Below by Broadway.com

Get a sneak peek of Andy Mientus and Teen Commandments' show at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:24PM

Extra, Extra! Will Jeremy Jordan & Kara Lindsay Reprise Their Newsies Performances on Screen? by Broadway.com

Jeremy Jordan and Kara Lindsay might seize the day for the camera! There's speculation that plans are in place to film the national tour of Newsies during its Los Angeles engagement, and…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:24PM

Louis Cancelmi Replaces Injured David Harbour in the Public's TROILUS AND CRESSIDA; Opening Pushed Back by BroadwayWorld

The Public Theaterannounced today that Louis Cancelmi, last seen as Caliban in the Shakespeare in the Park production of The Tempest, has joined the company of TROILUS AND CRESSIDA as Achill…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:23PM

VIDEO: Jennifer Damiano, Alice Ripley Together Again at Feinstein's/54 Below by Michael Dale

Damiano's NEXT TO NORMAL mom makes a guest appearance at each performance of her debut cabaret engagement.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:23PM

Vivian Reed Sings Standards and More by Sandi Durell

    By Martha Wade Steketee   The Metropolitan Room’s air conditioning could barely keep up with the heat generated by the enthusiastic early show crowd at the venue on a r…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 06:19PM

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Presides Over Shylock’s Trial by Rachel Donadio

In Venice, a mock trial had the added appeal of seeing a production of “The Merchant of Venice” featuring Justice Ginsburg’s grandson.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:15PM

Film News: Jeremy Jordan and Kara Lindsay to Return to Newsies for Filming

The musical is expected to be shot for posterity featuring original cast members.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Plays from Molotov and Quotidian show that plunging into history can prove risky by Celia Wren

“Blood, Sweat & Fears: A Grand Guignol Sick Cabaret” and “The Lady With the Little Dog.”

SOURCE: Washington Post at 05:58PM

People You Should Know . . . Dipti Mehta by Zack Calhoon

Dipti Mehta (Playwright/Performer) is an actor and a playwright originally from Mumbai, India now based in New York City. She has been an artist from a very young age. When she was in 4th gr…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 05:39PM

We Need a Little Mame Revival Right This Very Minute

Broadway needs a Mame revival now...and it should probably, most definitely star Jane Krakowski.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 05:39PM

Amanda Muggleton in The Book Club by Keith Gow

Deborah’s husband has just retired and while he’s busy with his new found lease on life, Deb has discovered the love of a good book. Roger Hall’s 1999 play, The Book Club, is a show th…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 05:34PM

Edinburgh festival offers refunds for controversial opera before opening by Chris Johnston

Christophe Honoré’s Così fan tutte has been described as a ‘provocative and sexually explicit’ adaptation Mozart’s operaThe Edinburgh international festival has been criticised for…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:24PM

Spotlight On...Charles Bloom by Michael Block

Name: Charles BloomHometown: Los Angeles, CA.Education: Academically. NYU - Music Composition and Psychology. In life, alongside my formal music education, I found my semi-brief career as an…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 05:24PM

Review: In ‘Golem,’ the Device That Walks Like a Man by Charles Isherwood

This visually dazzling, mind-pinching production from the British company 1927 combines live performance, animation and music.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:22PM

Original 'SEX TIPS' Stars Lindsay Nicole Chambers and Jason Michael Snow to Join The Skivvies' Post-Show Concert by BroadwayWorld

Original stars of Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man, Lindsay Nicole Chambers and Jason Michael Snow will return to the 777 Theatre for the first timeto join THE SKIVVIES in their po…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:22PM

Exclusive Breaking News: Disney to Film NEWSIES Live in August; Jeremy Jordan & Kara Lindsay to Return by BroadwayWorld

Now IS the time to seize the day BroadwayWorld has learned that Disney will film NEWSIES this August, at the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles. Returning for the filming will be original Broad…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:22PM

VIDEO: Bernadette Peters Talks Broadway Barks & More on LIVE by TV News Desk

Bernadette Peters stopped by LIVE WITH KELLY today to help give makeovers to some lucky shelter dogs and talk about the 18th annual BROADWAY BARKS event in New York City.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:22PM

Brantley in Britain: Our Chief Theater Critic Is in London and Wants to Hear From You by Ben Brantley

Ben Brantley is covering what’s happening on British stages during the next few weeks and is looking for input from audience members.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 05:14PM

LA STAGE Alliance Receives Ahmanson Foundation Grant to Create Digital Arts Platform by @ This Stage Staff

Los Angeles-based The Ahmanson Foundation has approved a major grant to LA STAGE Alliance, the region’s arts service organization for stage work. The grant is for a two-year project in sup…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 05:14PM

Puppy Love! Bernadette Peters Shows Off Broadway Barks' Furry Friends by Lindsey Sullivan

From Sunday in the Park with George to Saturday in the Alley with pups, Bernadette Peters never fails to dazzle. The Tony winner stopped by Live! with Kelly on July 27 to show off a few of t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:08PM

iLLA! A Hip Hop Musical Returns to NYMF by Olivia Clement

The Award-winning NYMF show returns to the festival this weekend for three concert presentations.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:08PM

Tea Alert: Audra McDonald Drags Bill O’Reilly For Filth by Jazmine Harper-Davis

How do you like your tea? I like mine hot and served early in the morning, so this morning was a treat! Audra McDonald woke up with her receipts, ready to drag the life out of Bill O’Reill…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 05:07PM

Ed Mirvish Theatre to dim lights for Nederlander by Debra Yeo - Staff Reporter

Broadway producer Jimmy Nederlander, who died Monday, ‘among the greats,’ says David Mirvish.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 05:00PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Newsies Will Be Filmed With Jeremy Jordan and Kara Lindsay by Michael Gioia

Members of the original cast of the Disney musical Newsies will reunite for the show to be filmed in Los Angeles.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:59PM

Cirque du Soleil's 'Toruk' may break the arena mold

Is this the summer of the Cirque du Soleil? If you take a look at the empty parking lot adjacent to the United Center, you'd probably answer in the negative. Ever since "Nouvelle Experience"…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:43PM

The Last Walk. Elastic City’s Exit, Wistful and Weird by New York Theater

So here we are, on our hands and knees in a public square as if we’re religious penitents, but most of the people crawling up the steps of Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn are poets and perfor…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 04:36PM

Review: Tony Danza Reaches for Sinatra With Charisma by Stephen Holden

The actor and singer acknowledges the passing of years in his show “Standards & Stories” at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:33PM

Justin Guarini, Michele Ragusa and Euan Morton Join New Musical CAKE OFF at Bucks County Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

Broadway, television and film star Justin Guarini returns to Bucks County Playhouse when he joins Tonynominee Euan Morton, Barrymore winner Michele Ragusa and newcomer Aidan J. Lawrence at B…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:15PM

VIDEO: Slash From Guns N' Roses Jams With SCHOOL OF ROCK Kids by Michael Dale

The hardest rocking band on Broadway is also the youngest.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:15PM

Exclusive Podcast: 'Behind the Curtain' Discusses Choreographer Jack Cole & 'Lost in Boston' by Behind The Curtain

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as well as bizarre performances, endearing t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:15PM

Photo Flash: They've Got Rhythm! First Look at CRAZY FOR YOU at Finger Lakes by BroadwayWorld

The Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival presents theclassic Gershwin musical comedy CRAZY FOR YOU. Performances run from tonight, July 27, through August 17 at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:15PM

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Music Circus' CABARET, Starring Robin De Jesus, Hunter Ryan Herdlicka and More! by Stage Tube

The 66th Music Circus season continues with the multiple Tony Award-winning musical theatre classic CABARET. Performances began last night and will continue through Sunday, July 31 at the We…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:15PM

LA Actors Speak Out Against Union Actions by Tracey Paleo

PRESS RELEASE LOS ANGELES (July 27, 2016) — Members of Los Angeles’ “Pro99” movement, including actors Frances Fisher and Alfred Molina, spoke out today about recent attacks leve…

SOURCE: footlights.click at 04:15PM

VIDEO: Broadway For Orlando Rehearses at Wells Fargo Center for Tonight's DNC Performance by Michael Dale

Anika Larsen, Brian Stokes Mitchell, James Wesley, Darren Criss, Richard Kind and more get ready for tonight's DNC performance.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:15PM

Lewis Carroll’s Real-Life “Alice” Is “Formerly of Wonderland” in Mark Saltzman’s New Musical Play by Kenneth Jones

Mark Saltzman’s fact-inspired new play Alice Formerly of Wonderland: A Musical Story of the Real Alice is among titles in the 2016 Wyoming Theater Festival, a startup initiative now in it…

SOURCE: By Kenneth Jones at 04:13PM

Video Odds & Ends: Idina Menzel & Kristin Chenoweth Reunite for Hillary Clinton & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories videos you may have missed from today. Idina Menzel & Kristin Chenoweth Reunite A slew of stage favorites including Tony winners Idina Menzel, Kri…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:03PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Broadway and London Lights to Dim for James M. Nederlander by Adam Hetrick

Broadway and London theatres will dim the lights of their marquees August 3 in memory of theatre producer and owner James M. Nederlander, who died July 25 at the age of 94.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:59PM

Photos! Matt Doyle, Michael Urie and More Strip Down With The Skivvies by Hannah Vine

A slate of theatre stars joined The Skivvies for their show July 25 at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:56PM

Samuel French Announces Short Play Festival Line-Up by Olivia Clement

30 plays have been selected for the 41st annual Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:56PM

Creator of Broadway hit ‘Hamilton’ visits Puerto Rico by Danica Coto | ap

Lin-Manuel Miranda jokingly compared himself to a hard-to-catch Pokemon as fans pursued him with cellphones on Wednesday during a visit to his parents’ native Puerto Rico shortly after the…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:54PM

Going Out Guide for Maryland, July 28 to Aug. 3, 2016 by Jillian S. Jarrett

Thingamajig convention, outdoor movies and concerts, National Night Out and more.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:54PM

The Week Ahead: Karen Finley’s New Show Comes to New York by Steven McElroy

Her three short works will explore the American obsession with the unattainable, the narcissism behind gentrification and our fear of the unknown.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:39PM

Brokering Peace, on Broadway: ‘Oslo’ to Transfer in Spring by Michael Paulson

The play by J.T. Rogers, about the unusual back story to the 1993 peace accords, will keep the same cast.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:39PM

A Chorus of ‘Cats’

To mark the return of “Cats” on Broadway, we asked readers to send in their renditions of “Memory.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:39PM

Small Mouth Sounds by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

Inspired by the playwright’s attending a silent spiritual retreat at an upstate New York institute in the woods, this is an absorbing play which immediately causes the viewers to listen in…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 03:29PM

Spotlight On...Vivian Neuwirth by Michael Block

Name: Vivian NeuwirthHometown: New Orleans, LAEducation: St. Mary’s Dominican College, New Orleans, The Juilliard School Drama Department.Favorite Credits: NOLA Three Plays About Home, at …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 03:27PM

BWW TV: First Look at Sam Lips, SuEllen Estey and More in CRAZY FOR YOU at Finger Lakes by BroadwayWorld TV

The Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival is proud to produce the classic Gershwin musical comedy CRAZY FOR YOU. Performances run fromJuly 27 through August 17at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:27PM

Times Square Construction Workers Unearth Ruins of Old Theatre by Robert Viagas

Stage and orchestra pit were found beneath the site of the old Toys “R” Us.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:27PM

VIDEO: Watch First Teaser Videos for AMERICAN HORROR STORY Season 6! by TV News Desk

FX has shared teaser videos for the highly anticipated sixth season of AMERICAN HORROR STORY. Check them out below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:22PM

Lincoln Center Theater's OSLO, Starring Jennifer Ehle and Jefferson Mays, to Move to Broadway Next Spring by BroadwayWorld

Just in, Lincoln Center Theaterhas announced that it will move its critically acclaimed production of J.T. Rogers' new play Oslo, directed by Bartlett Sher, to the Vivian Beaumont Theater ne…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:22PM

Broadway's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Finds New 'Fruma-Sarah' by BroadwayWorld

Producers have announcedthat Fiddler on the Roof's Jessica Vosk will haunt Tevye's last dream on Sunday, August 7th, and Wicked's, Dee Roscioli will assume the role of Fruma-Sarah beginning …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:22PM

Baz Luhrmann Justifies $120M Budget for Music-Driven Series THE GET DOWN by TV News Desk

Baz Luhrmann revealed that his new series THE GET DOWN has faced multiple production delays and budget over expenditures, but it will all be worth it once viewers see the final product.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:22PM

Photo Flash: See Orsini, Connolly, Campion & Armand in Costume for LOVE'S LABOR'S LOST at The Old Globe; Cast, Creatives Set! by BroadwayWorld

The Old Globe today announced the complete cast and creative team of the final offering in the 2016 Summer Shakespeare Festival William Shakespeare's unabashed celebration of innocence, idea…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:22PM

'Charlies Angels' Reboot in the Works from PROOF Playwright David Auburn by TV News Desk

Pulitzer Prize winningplaywright David Auburn to pen the screenplay for a big screen reboot of the iconic '70's series CHARLIES ANGELS.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:22PM

Immersive Show THE GRAND PARADISE Extends Again in Brooklyn by BroadwayWorld

Third Rail Projects announces a third extension of their critically acclaimed THE GRAND PARADISE, a fully immersive, multi-sensory experience in which visitors travel to a tropical paradise.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:22PM

VIDEO: Netflix Announces GILMORE GIRLS Premiere Date; Shares New Clip! by TV News Desk

Welcome back to Stars Hollow Netflix has announced that all four 90-minute chapters of GILMORE GIRLS A YEAR IN THE LIFE' will premiere on the streaming service at midnight Pacific Time on Fr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:22PM

Exclusive: Audra McDonald, Idina Menzel, Darren Criss and More Performing at DNC Tonight by Adam Hetrick

A host of Broadway stars will perform the hit Broadway for Orlando single “What the World Needs Now” July 27 at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:10PM

Former Elphie Dee Roscioli to Fly Into Fiddler on the Roof on Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Wicked favorite Dee Roscioli is set to begin performances as Fruma Sarah on August 11 in the Great White Way revival of Fiddler on the Roof. She replaces Jessica Vosk in the revival, wh…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:07PM

Oslo, Starring Tony Winners Jennifer Ehle & Jefferson Mays, to Transfer to Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

The acclaimed off-Broadway production of Oslo, headlined by Tony winners Jennifer Ehle and Jefferson Mays, will transfer to the Main Stem next spring. Helmed by Tony winner Bartlett Sher, th…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:07PM

Exclusive! Sneak a Peek at Corbin Bleu, Lora Lee Gayer & Bryce Pinkham in Roundabout's Holiday Inn by Lindsey Sullivan

Christmas has come early! (And Easter. And Halloween.) Based on the Oscar-winning film, Holiday Inn, The New Irving Berlin Musical is Broadway-bound—and we've got a rainbow-bright …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:07PM

Broadway & West End Theaters to Dim Their Lights in Honor of Jimmy Nederlander Sr. by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Broadway and West End theaters will dim their lights in memory of legendary theater owner and producer James M. Nederlander Sr., who passed away on July 25 at age 94. Known as “Jimmy,&…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:07PM

The Chicago Inclusion Project announces casting for upcoming reading of Sarah Ruhl’s In The Next Room, or the vibrator play by Michael J. Roberts

Chicago Inclusion Project Founder and Producer Emjoy Gavino is pleased to announce the cast of [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:00PM

Dead Writers Collective Opens OH, COWARD! on August 26 at Athenaeum Theatre by Michael J. Roberts

Dead Writers Theatre Collective who began the 2016 season with a highly praised production of [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:00PM

Stage Left Theatre announces Drekfest 2016 by Michael J. Roberts

Stage Left Theatre announces Drekfest 2016, which performs on Tuesday, August 16th at 7:30pm at [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:00PM

Theater News: Fiddler on the Roof to Welcome Former Elphaba as New Fruma-Sarah

Role originator of the current revival Jessica Vosk will depart the production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: Lincoln Center Theater's Acclaimed Oslo Will Transfer to Broadway

Bartlett Sher directs the new drama by J.T. Rogers.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Watch Bernadette Peters and Her Makeover Mutts by Andrew Gans

The three-time Tony winner made an appearance on Live with Kelly to promote the forthcoming Broadway Barks.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:57PM

Get dressed for success by The Stage

Our entertainment and events industries are served by some of the best make-up artists, costume and wig makers in the world –

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:55PM

Fiddler Star Will Join His Fiancée Onstage in Concert by Michael Gioia

Ben Rappaport and his soon-to-be wife will head to Feinstein’s/54 Below next month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:53PM

New Theatre Festival to Tackle Islamophobia by Olivia Clement

The Lady Liberty Theater Festival will present three short plays tied together by the ideals of the Statue of Liberty.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:51PM

American Theater Company announces 2016-17 season changes by Morgan Greene

American Theater Company will present just three of four originally announced plays in its 2016-17 season, producing no fall production, the company announced Thursday.  The season, the fi…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:45PM

Wicked Stars Will Sing Music of Drew Overcash at Joe’s Pub by Michael Gioia

The songwriter will return to the intimate venue with a slew of special guests next month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:37PM

People You Should Know . . . Mark Cirnigliaro by Zack Calhoon

Mark Cirnigliaro (Director) has been working as a professional actor, director and coach for the last 16 years in New York City and the surrounding area. As an actor, he studied with the fam…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 02:36PM

Broadway’s Fiddler on the Roof to Welcome Wicked Star by Andrew Gans

Dee Roscioli will begin haunting Tevye’s dreams in August.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:36PM

Magic Time! ‘(Re)Acts: #Orlando’ at Forum Theatre by John Stoltenberg

Live theater is not where we turn to learn the news in real time. We have TV and Twitter and plenty other frenzied feeds for that. But live theater may be the most potent and important form …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:32PM

Five Burning Questions with On Your Feet! New Emilio Estefan, Ektor Rivera

Get to know Ektor Rivera as we talk On Your Feet!, his work as a visual artist, and overcoming the word "no".

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 02:29PM

Oslo Will Transfer to Broadway by Olivia Clement

J.T. Rogers’ political thriller will play the Vivian Beaumont Theater next spring with the original cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:26PM

Instant New York: 15 Magical Photos from Fans of ‘Aladdin’ by Shelby Behrman

Broadway audiences are entering a whole new world when they step inside the New Amsterdam Theater to experience the magic of Aladdin.  With new songs and sensational special effects, this…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 02:19PM

Casting announced for 'Helldrivers of Daytona' by Morgan Greene

Casting has been announced for "Helldrivers of Daytona," the Broadway-hopeful pop-rock musical opening at the Royal George Theatre this fall. The cast includes Samantha Pauly as Pepper, Davi…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:19PM

VIDEO: Broadway Heads To Philadelphia To Spread The Love At Democratic National Convention by Michael Dale

Tonight's telecast of the Democratic National Convention will include a performance by dozens from Broadway.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:07PM

BWW TV Exclusive: BROADWAY SESSIONS Loves Jason Robert Brown! by Ben Cameron

I remember the first time I heard Songs For a New World. Mind. Blown. Melodic like Andrew Lloyd Webber, cerebral like Sondheim. Perfect. Of course now, Jason Robert Brown is a living legend …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:07PM

Only For Now? You Wish! AVENUE Q to Mark 13th Anniversary by BroadwayWorld

If ever a show has become part of the 'fabric' of New York and pop culture, it is the Tony Award-winning musical Avenue Q -- with its colorful cast of humans and puppets. The ground-breaking…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:07PM

BWW TV: Watch Highlights from Encores! GOD BLESS YOU, MR. ROSEWATER by BroadwayWorld TV

Next up at Encores Off-Center is Kurt Vonnegut's God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater. The first musical written by the blockbuster team of Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, the Off-Center production w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:07PM

STAGE TUBE: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Fully Commits to HAMILTON Audition at #Ham4Ham! by Stage Tube

What happens when star of stage an screen Jesse Tyler Ferguson takes on Hamilton. Below watch as he fully commits to and 'audition' to be the show's next 'LafayetteJefferson'.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:07PM

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Raps About 'Full House' on New Episode of FREESTYLE LOVE by TV News Desk

In the all-new episode of FREESTYLE LOVE on Seeso, the Tony Award winner takes on everyone's favorite San Franciscans, the Tanner Family of FULL HOUSE

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:07PM

VIDEO: John Hinckley Jr., Portrayed in Stephen Sondheim's ASSASSINS, Soon To Be Freed From Psychiatric Hospital by Michael Dale

In 1981, Hinckley shot President Ronald Reagan, saying it was to get the attention of actress Jodie Foster.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:07PM

Baz Luhrmann’s Musical Netflix Series Most Expensive in History by Michael Gioia

Music and dance elements—plus a troubled production—spiked the budget on Netflix’s The Get Down, the new Baz Luhrmann-helmed musical TV series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:04PM

New Dorian’s Closet Musical Takes Shape in Baltimore by Ruthie Fierberg

Rep Stage will tackle the true-to-life murder mystery.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:00PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Exclusive! Sneak a Peek at Corbin Bleu, Lora Lee Gayer & Bryce Pinkham in Holiday Inn, The New Irving Berlin Musical by Lindsey Sullivan

Christmas has come early! (And Easter. And Halloween.) Based on the Oscar-winning film, Holiday Inn, The New Irving Berlin Musical is Broadway-bound—and we've got a rainbow-bright …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:57PM

Heading to Feinstein's/54 Below: Norbert Leo Butz Celebrates Girls, American Psycho's Comeback & More by Ryan McPhee

Summertime, and this nightclub is swanky. With an assortment of stars of stage and screen lined up, Feinstein’s/54 Below is the place to be to beat the heat this August. Sit back, have…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:57PM

Pirates on the prowl by Terry Teachout

In today’s Wall Street Journal drama column I review a Massachusetts production of The Pirates of Penzance. Here’s an excerpt. * * * Rejoice greatly! John Rando and Joshua Bergasse, whos…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 01:53PM

Baaba Maal on Working With Mumfords, Why African Music Is Next Big Thing by Mark Beech

Baaba Maal is on a roll. After some 30 years making music around the world, the Senegalese star is winning wider acclaim. He is in the spotlight for his recent work with British band Mumford…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 01:50PM

I Interview Playwrights Part 863: Joshua Young by Adam Szymkowicz

Joshua Young Hometown: Columbus, OhioCurrent Town: Bronx, NYQ:  Tell me about Who Mourns for Bob the Goon? A:  This play is dark comedy about a PTSD therapy group where everyone th…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 01:43PM

Engaged until the Dance of Death do them part, lovers are schemers at Shaw Festival by Robert Cushman

The Dance of Death is in repertory until September 10, Engaged until October 23

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 01:36PM

Is political correctness killing comedy? by Mike Doherty, Special To National Post

Jimmy Carr: 'If you start drawing the line of what people can and can’t joke about, it becomes very difficult because someone’s offended by everything'

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 01:36PM

A Behind-The-Scenes Look At Rubicon’s Education & Outreach Program’s Production Of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” by Cary Ginell

BY CARY GINELL The Rubicon Theatre Company’s Education and Outreach program enables youngsters as early as five years old to become acclimated to the theatrical experience through a va…

SOURCE: vconstage.com at 01:36PM

Guns N' Roses star Slash surprises 'School of Rock' cast by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- The kid band at the heart of the Broadway musical "School of Rock" got a surprise guest during rehearsal - Guns N' Roses star Slash....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 01:32PM

Theatre News: Julie Legrand to replace Maggie Steed in The Rivals

The Wicked actress will play Mrs Malaprop in Dominic Hill's production

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:23PM

Review: The Two Sides of Eddie Ramone, Jermyn Street Theatre by James Bell

The Two Sides of Eddie Ramone, is as the title might suggest, a play built on conflict and tension. We see the titular character (played by Chris Sullivan), a formerly popular comedian now c…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 01:23PM

Trolling Time with...Taylor Turner by Michael Block

Name: Taylor TurnerHometown: Montgomery, Alabama but I was born in Bradenton, Florida a.k.a. THE SEAT OF MANATEE COUNTY A.K.A. THE MANATEE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD (I really like manatees).Educa…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:22PM

Audra McDonald Slams Bill O’Reilly on Twitter for Slavery Comments by Adam Hetrick

The six-time Tony-winning actress lambasted the Fox News host after he commented that slaves who helped build The White House were “well fed” and received “decent lodgings” from the …

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:22PM

Globe names 'Love's Labor's' cast by James Hebert

Pascale Armand, Kristen Connolly join lineup of stage and screen names.

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 01:18PM

In Burbank, Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' reimagined for a new generation by Philip Brandes

Reenvisioning “Twelfth Night” through millennial-tinted glasses, Coeurage Theatre Company’s revival in Burbank transposes Shakespeare’s plot and theme of cultural alienation into a c…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 01:18PM

Stage v screen: is theatre better in the cinema? by Peter Bradshaw

Theatre is pricey and divisive but can a livestream ever capture its flesh and blood thrills? Our film critic decided to find out – by legging it out of Kenneth Branagh’s Romeo and Julie…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:15PM

Frances Fisher, Alfred Molina and Others Speak on Behalf of 'Pro99' Movement in L.A. by BroadwayWorld

Members of Los Angeles' 'Pro99' movement, including actors Frances Fisher and Alfred Molina, spoke out today about the recent responseleveled by Actors' Equity Association, the union of prof…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:08PM

VIDEO: First Look - Tony Nominee Lupita Nyong'o Stars in QUEEN OF KATWE by Movies News Desk

Below, get a first look at the brand new spot for QUEEN OF KATWE. Directed by Mira Nair, the film starring David Oyelowo and Lupita Nyong'o will make its world premiere at the Toronto Inter…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:08PM

Service set for Jay V. Hall by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Stray Dog will honor its late production manager

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 01:01PM

St. Louis native Brenton Ryan is a winner at Operalia competition by Sarah Bryan Miller St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Tenor takes Birgit Nilsson prize in Placido Domingo's annual contest

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 01:01PM

Theater News: Second Stage Extends Uptown Production of Engagements

Lucy Teitler's new play is directed by Kimberly Senior.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Review: “In the Heights” one of the boldest and best produced musicals of the year by Jim Farmer

Long before his Hamilton had become one of the most celebrated — and influential — musicals in history, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights had already made him a Broadway darl…

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 12:59PM

Whitewash ‘In the Heights’? Chicago, You Can Do Better by American Theatre Editors

Authorial intent should be paramount, and “We couldn’t find any actors” is no longer a viable excuse.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:57PM

Lucy Teitler's Engagements Extends Before Opening Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

Good news for our recent #LiveatFive guest Jennifer Kim! The New York premiere of Engagements will extend off-Broadway through August 20; the production was previously scheduled to run throu…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:50PM

Albano Ballet Presenting Sensual Summer Dance At Mohegan by Sharma Piersall

Head thrown back, ballet dancer Eric Carnes strikes a Grecian pose on the floor: arms stretched out as if to draw a bow, with one knee bent. He takes command of his role of the faun during a…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:46PM

‘An American in Paris’ to Close Earlier Than Expected by Michael Paulson

The Broadway musical had announced that it would close on Jan. 1, but on Tuesday the producers told the cast that it would instead close on Oct. 9.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:45PM

With No Heroes in Sight, the Big Apple Circus Will Fold Its Tent by Ginia Bellafante

The beloved New York nonprofit circus has announced that it is ending its public performances after failing to raise the $2 million it said it needed to stay viable.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:45PM

James Nederlander, Theater Owner Known as Broadway’s Last Patriarch, Dies at 94 by Bruce Weber

The man who built a theater empire was frequently a producer of shows as well.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:45PM

From Broadway with Love Concert Raises Thousands; Recording Available for Pre-order by Andrew Gans

The starry benefit concert will be available on CD, DVD and Blu-ray.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:44PM

Watch Guns N’ Roses Guitarist Perform with Kids of School of Rock by Robert Viagas

Slash played at a rehearsal for the Broadway musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:38PM

“I Feel Complete”: Jeanine Tesori on Leaving Encores! and Her Brand-New Collaboration by Olivia Clement

The outgoing artistic director looks back at her tenure and reveals what’s coming next.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:35PM

Cady Huffman's Broadway Scrapbook: Shear Madness, The Producers, La Cage & More

Shear Madness Tony Award winner Cady Huffman looks back on a showstopping Broadway career.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 12:33PM

A Star Is Born, With Molly Pope, Will Play Encore Engagement by Playbill Staff

Molly Pope will offer an encore performance of her acclaimed theatrical concert re-imagining of the classic Judy Garland film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

Kate Baldwin and Graham Rowat to Star in Constellations by Ruthie Fierberg

The real-life couple take on Nick Payne’s play about the fate of relationships.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:30PM

Theater Legend James M. Nederlander Passes Away at 94 by Amy Sapp

Real estate and theater mogul, James M. Nederlander passed away on July 25 at the age of 94 years old in Southampton. Nederlander possessed an impressive theatrical holding, with nine thea…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 12:30PM

A Look At BYHALIA, MISSISSIPPI by Bt

Tuesday, August 2, 2016, 7PM-8PMHarold Washington Library Center, 400 S State St. Chicago, IL 60605Video Theater, Lower LevelJoin the Chicago Film Archive of Performance (C-FAP) and members …

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 12:19PM

What Professional Sports Taught Me About Quick Decision Making by Damian Bazadona

For the past few years, my agency has created engaging digital campaigns designed to convert casual sports fans into devoted Major League Soccer fans. This year, we created MLS Matchmaker—…

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 12:17PM

Features: Why are directing awards so important?

The Genesis Future Directors Award is one of the biggest directing awards in the country. As the deadline for new applications draws near, we ask those involved and past winners why it's…

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:16PM

Full casting announced for Royal Exchange’s A Streetcar Named Desire by Georgia Snow

Ben Batt is to star alongside Maxine Peake in A Streetcar Named Desire at the Royal Exchange. Batt, whose credits include Making

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:16PM

Anastasia’s Leading Lovers on How the Story Has Been “Enhanced” for the Stage by Michael Gioia

Christy Altomare and Derek Klena, who originated the respective roles of Anya and Dmitry in Hartford’s production of Anastasia, talk about what audiences can expect when the show hits Broa…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:09PM

Tilda Swinton Reaches Out to 'Bridesmaids' Screenwriter to Join AUNTIE MAME Reboot by Movies News Desk

In an all-new interview with Vanity Fair, Mumolo explains how she received an email from Swinton, praising her work on the Bridesmaids script and asking her if she would have an interest in …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

BWW Interview: Debut of the Month - THE LION KING's Newest 'Nala' Adrienne Walker by Caryn Robbins

Today, Adrienne Walker speaks exclusively to BWW about making her Broadway debut in the Tony Award winning show and explains why her casting 'just kind of swept me off my feet'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

Oscar Nominee Jessica Chastain to Join Jake Gyllenhaal in THE DIVISION by Movies News Desk

Jessica Chastain is currently in negotiations to join Jake Gyllenhaal in Ubisoft Motion Pictures' adaptation of its own hit video game THE DIVISION.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM

Songwriting Partners Charles Strouse, Lee Adams in Legal Dispute Over Rights by Michael Dale

The team wrote the Broadway hits BYE, BYE, BIRDIE and APPLAUSE and the classic song 'Once Upon a Time.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:01PM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Read: ‘The Untold Stories of Broadway, Volume 3’ by Matthew Wexler

Dress Circle Publishing will release The Untold Stories of Broadway, Volume 3, the latest in a series by acclaimed historian and producer Jennifer Ashley Tepper on Tuesday, November 15.…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:57AM

Poster Boy, Starring Taylor Trensch, Jose Llana and More, Opens at Williamstown by Ruthie Fierberg

The new musical concerns the tragic consequences of cyber-bullying.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:55AM

Pro99 and Plaintiffs Issue Joint Statement on AEA Litigation by Steven Morris

"The clock is ticking! Beginning December 14th, 2016, despite the Los Angeles community’s urging and a lawsuit served on Actors’ Equity Association by Equity members and producers, Equit…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 11:48AM

Stage review: 'Aida' cast hits the high notes for Pittsburgh CLO by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Pittsburgh CLO steps into new territory as it time travels to ancient Egypt, which provides the steamy backdrop for forbidden love in the “Aida” of Elton John and Tim Rice.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 11:48AM

Welcome to the Jungle Gym! Guns 'N Roses' Slash Joins School of Rock's Kids for a Jam Sesh by Lindsey Sullivan

He's in the band! School of Rock's pint-sized power players were in for a treat when Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Slash recently surprised them during a rehearsal. He joined the kids …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:46AM

Intricacies and Intent Surrounding Race and Ethnicity in Casting by Howard Sherman

Subsequent to Arts Integrity exploring the Porchlight Musical Theatre’s casting of their forthcoming production of In The Heights, as well as Hedy Weiss’s article for the Chicago Sun-Tim…

SOURCE: www.artsintegrity.org at 11:26AM

Tilda Swinton May Star in Adaptation of Auntie Mame by Andrew Gans

Annie Mumolo is penning a new screen adaptation of the classic novel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:26AM

Planning proposal for Stratford Waterfront reveals designs for new London cultural quarter by David Hutchison

New images have been released of the planned cultural quarter in London’s Olympic Park that will house a 550-seat dance theatre for

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:25AM

Blakehay Theatre given £12k funding boost by Weston-super-Mare council by David Hutchison

A theatre in Weston-super-Mare is to be given extra funding by the local council to bring in more professional, “off-the-wall” shows. Starting

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:22AM

Broadway's With Hillary

Look for a bevy of Broadway stars appearing at the Democratic National Convention today. We're still awaiting word on exactly what, and when they'll be performing but we're heari…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:13AM

Casting Announced for Arena Stage’s Carousel, Little Foxes and Moby Dick by Andrew Gans

Single tickets for the 2016-17 season are now on sale.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM

Cast of Holiday Inn to Celebrate the Making of the New Musical by Olivia Clement

The free event will offer a sneak peek at the new show and explore its transition from Oscar-winning film to stage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:13AM

Real-Life Assassins Character John W. Hinckley Jr. to Be Released by Robert Viagas

He attempted to assassinate President Ronald Reagan in 1981.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

Taking Responsibility for the Plot by HowlRound

By P. Carl. P. Carl on transitioning, frames of whiteness, and taking control of the plot.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 11:11AM

Au Revoir: ‘An American in Paris’ Closes October 9, 2016 by Amy Sapp

The “S’wonderful” musical, An American in Paris, will close on October 9 this fall at the Palace Theatre following a previously announced closing date of January 1, 2017. T…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 11:11AM

Photos: In pictures: Pixie Lott celebrates Breakfast at Tiffany's opening night

Nikolai Foster's production has arrived in the West End

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:09AM

Spotlight On...Barrie Linberg by Michael Block

Name: Barrie Kealoha LinbergHometown: Upland, CaliforniaEducation: BA Drama University of California, IrvineSelect Credits: Carmen la Cubana (u/s Carmen, Paquita, Châtelet Theatre, Paris, a…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 11:09AM

Cynthia Erivo, Megan Hilty, Titus Burgess to Perform at Darren Criss’ Elsie Fest in NYC by Shelby Behrman

Tony winner Cynthia Erivo (The Color Purple), Megan Hilty (Smash) and Titus Burgess (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) will be among the headliners at Elsie Fest, the theater music festival created…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 11:09AM

Datebook: Opera ‘Carmen’ at Arena di Verona by Blouin Artinfo

Composed by Georges Bizet, the famous four-act opera “Carmen” has taken the stage at the 94th Opera Festival in Verona until August 27.Written in the “opéra comique” genre…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 11:09AM

Theater News: Broadway's American in Paris to End Run Earlier Than Expected

The musical has moved up its closing date.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Film News: Jessica Chastain in Talks to Costar With Jake Gyllenhaal in The Division

The hit video game will get a film adaptation starring Broadway alums.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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NEWS: King’s Head Trainspotting transfers to The Vaults in Nov by Emma Clarendon

Adam Spreadbury-Maher and Greg Esplin’s production of Irvine Welsh’s story will transfer to The Vaults in November, it has been confirmed.  Following two successful run…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:58AM

Third Volume of Untold Stories of Broadway Due This Fall by Andrew Gans

The latest book in Jennifer Ashley Tepper’s series will be released in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Songwriters of Bye Bye Birdie in Legal Battle Over Lyrics by Robert Viagas

Charles Strouse and Lee Adams disagree over ownership and representation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

‘An American in Paris’ to close on Broadway by Melanie Dostis

Say au revoir to this Broadway play.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 10:42AM

Long-buried family truths emerge in the dark comedy 'Space' by David C. Nichols

“You are all amazing. You all have vast untapped potential. You all have a future.” With that mantra, so begins “Space” at Hollywood’s Stella Adler Theatre. Stefan Marks’ promis…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 10:42AM

Review: Livermore Shakes conjures an enchanted 'Tempest' by Sam Hurwitt, Correspondent

Livermore Shakespeare Festival presents a lighthearted adaptation of the Bard's 'The Tempest' at Wente Vineyards through Aug. 7.

SOURCE: San Jose Mercury News at 10:42AM

Jonathan Pryce makes 'Merchant of Venice' a family affair by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Jonathan Pryce is no stranger to William Shakespeare, but one play he has refused to do is "The Merchant of Venice" - until now....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 10:42AM

Not-so-nice corporate shenanigans in Echo Theater's 'One of the Nice Ones' by F. Kathleen Foley

Veteran theater provocateur Erik Patterson stings once again in “One of the Nice Ones,” his new play presented by Echo Theater Company at the Atwater Village Theatre. The title is a poin…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 10:42AM

See Kara Lindsay Take on the Iconic Role of Mary Poppins by Hannah Vine

The Newsies and Wicked Star currently plays the role at the North Carolina Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:28AM

Bill Kenwright’s Evita to tour the UK in 2017 by Matthew Hemley

Bill Kenwright’s production of Evita is to tour the UK next year. The show previously ran at the Dominion Theatre in 2014

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:20AM

Jonathan Pryce makes ‘Merchant of Venice’ a family affair by Mark Kennedy

Jonathan Pryce is no stranger to William Shakespeare, but one play he has refused to do is “The Merchant of Venice” — until now.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:20AM

Loft Ensemble Announces 2016 – 2017 Season by Tracey Paleo

Loft Ensemble announces its 2016-2017 season.  According to Production Manager Bree Pavey:  “We’ve been producing full seasons since 2012, but never as curated by an artistic c…

SOURCE: footlights.click at 10:13AM

'I was in tears': fans on Harry Potter and the Cursed Child by James Walsh and Guardian Readers

Harry Potter fans lucky enough to have seen the play already share their reviews. Warning: contains spoilersHow magical was the new Harry Potter play for longstanding Potter fans? Our theatr…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:13AM

Who's Going to Get "The Last Word"? by Broadway & Me

Maybe it's the summer heat. Or maybe too many of you are out of town. Or maybe it's a reluctance to take a chance on an unknown show. Whatever the reason, there weren't as many entrants in t…

SOURCE: Broadway & Me at 10:10AM

Watch Broadway Stars Lend Their Voices to Support Clinton’s “Fight Song” by Ruthie Fierberg

As Hillary Clinton officially accepted the democratic nomination for President, the DNC released this a cappella music video with cameos from several theatre celebs.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:10AM

Theatre News: Bill Kenwright announces new UK tour of Evita

The tour will open in Bromley in January 2017

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:10AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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BWW Review: 11th Annual FESTIVAL NAPA VALLEY - Opening Weekend Celebrating Napa's Finest Wines and Cuisine with Music, Theatre, Fitness and More by Christina Mancuso

The 11th annual FESTIVAL NAPA VALLEY just wrapped up a ten day celebration, serving up a smorgasbord of Napa's finest cuisine, 100 wineries, stars of music, Broadway, TV, opera, classical, d…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:44AM

STAGE TUBE: On This Day for 7/27/16- A CATERED AFFAIR by Stage Tube

Today in 2008, A Catered Affair closed at the Walter Kerr Theatre, where it ran for 116 performances. A Catered Affair is a musical with a book by Harvey Fierstein and music and lyrics by Jo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:44AM

Jason Robert Brown Teases Tonight's SubCulture Gig With Shaina Taub; Hints at Something Big For September by Michael Dale

The show will include the two songwriters doing arrangements of each other's work.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:44AM

Meet the Cast of Sterling Playmakers’ ‘OLIVER!’ Part 1: Mike Baker by Joel Markowitz

In Part One of a series of interviews with the cast of Sterling Playmakers’ OLIVER!, meet Mike Baker. Joel: Please tell our readers where they may have seen you appear on our local sta…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 09:42AM

GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, July 27, 2016 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:42AM

More Than Munchkins: An Illustrated History of Performing Little People by Trav S.D.

Today happens to be the birthday of both Fleming W. Ackerman (a.k.a “Colonel Speck”) and Major Edward Newell (a.k.a. “General Grant, Jr.”). (Click on the links to lea…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:37AM

Hot Clip of the Day: Get Ready to Aww at Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Celia Keenan-Bolger & the Spelling Bee OBC

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee OBC is beyond adorbs in this Thanksgiving Day treat.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 09:29AM

SUPERMAN & ME – King’s Head Theatre by Jonathan Baz

Superman and Me is a short, (if not so) sweet, two-handed snapshot of domestic dysfunctionality. Focusing on journalists Lois and Clark (geddit?) who met while working on the same newspaper,…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:18AM

Fuse Book Review: “Serious Bidness” — Seriously Deranged by Arts Fuse Editor

Devotees of modern and contemporary art will find this an inscrutable yet irresistible 72-page book.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:14AM

Fuse Theater Review: “Mercury’s Ashes” — A Beautiful Mystery Story by Adam Ellsworth

Even if homophobia and fear of AIDS had little impact on Freddie Mercury’s decision to keep the location of his ashes a secret it hardly ruins Mercury’s Ashes.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:14AM

Theatre News: Full casting announced for A Streetcar Named Desire

Ben Batt and Sharon Duncan-Brewster join the previously announced Maxine Peake

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:06AM

Diary: Pokemon Playhouse? by Tabard

Has the world gone Poke-mad? Less than an hour after Tabard’s last column about the Pokemon phenomenon went online, an email arrived

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Letters of the week by The Stage

Jesus, what was I thinking? I read in the Stage (July 21, p36) that the excellent Tyrone Huntley, currently playing Judas in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Diary: Edinburgh show adds two weeks to Chilcot timetable by Tabard

If you’ve ever tried to wade through the programme for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, you’ll know it can often be hard to

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Meet the Cast of Sterling Playmakers’ ‘OLIVER!’ Part 2: Madeline Curtis by Joel Markowitz

In Part two of a series of interviews with the cast of Sterling Playmakers’ OLIVER! meet Madeline Curtis. Joel: Please tell our readers where they may have seen you appear on our loc…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 09:00AM

A Conversation with Scott Gilmour & Claire McKenzie by Admin

  The story of Forest Boy seems like it was meant to be put onstage: out of nowhere, a boy emerges from the woods, and tells the story of how he hid out in the forest and is all alone i…

SOURCE: stageandcandor.com at 09:00AM

Scene Around: July 28 by The Stage

The latest first night parties, events and awards from the theatrical world in pictures. This week’s highlights include the first nights of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Obituary: Owen Holder by Nick Smurthwaite

Gentleness and modesty may have prevented Owen Holder, who has died aged 95, from becoming a bigger star, but he sustained a

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:59AM

Bryan Cranston, Meryl Streep, NPH & More Pledge Their Support to Hillary Clinton by TV News Desk

Bryan Cranston, who won a Tony Award and recently picked up an Emmy nomination for his stunning portrayal of President Lyndon B. Johnson in ALL THE WAY, participated on a civil rights panel …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:46AM

VIDEO: Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth & More Broadway Stars Perform 'Fight Song' for Hillary by TV News Desk

Actors, musicians and Broadway stars including Kristin Chenoweth, Billy Porter, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Ben Platt, and Idina Menzel are featured in an all-new cover of Rachel Platten's 'Fight …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:46AM

BWW Photos: First Look at 2016 HELPMANN AWARDS Red Carpet by Jade Kops

BroadwayWorld Sydney covered the Red Carpet Arrivals at the 2016 HELPMANN AWARDSon Monday, 25th July at the Lyric Theatre in Sydney.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:46AM

Eddie Izzard: Force Majeure by Sandi Durell

      By Eric J. Grimm   Eddie Izzard’s timeless history lessons can be as depressing as they are funny, particularly in the volatile political climates of the 21st Cen…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 08:44AM

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Harry Potter & the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has officially premiered at the West End's Palace Theatre. Having already gone down well with preview audiences and Harry Potter fans, did it charm critics …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:37AM

Tomorrow on TCM: A Joe E. Brown Junket by Trav S.D.

Tomorrow is the birthday of Joe E. Brown . What will you do to celebrate? Will you open your mouth really wide and make a really strange noise? I will, but I do that every morning upon arisi…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:27AM

TINK! - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

Some mysteries are better left unexplained.

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 08:00AM

THE LAST WORD - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

A strange thing about theatre: The louder it screams "fun," the less fun it actually generates. ...

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 08:00AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Photos: In pictures: Half a Sixpence opening night

Cameron Mackintosh and Julian Fellowes were on hand to celebrate the musical's opening

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:57AM

Half a Sixpence review – Fellowes rewrite has flash but no soul by Lyn Gardner

Chichester festival theatreJulian Fellowes’s reboot of the Tommy Steele rags-to-riches musical is efficient and brims with cosy nostalgia but oddly charmless Related: The cult of Tommy Ste…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:51AM

BWW's On This Day - July 27, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on July 27 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:40AM

Photo Flash: First Look at Robin De Jesus, Kaleigh Cronin, Hunter Ryan Herdlicka and More in CABARET at Music Circus by BroadwayWorld

The 66th Music Circus season continues with the multiple Tony Award-winning musical theatre classic CABARET. Performances began last night and will continue through Sunday, July 31 at the We…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:40AM

Broadway AM Report, 7/27/2016 - Lin-Manuel on the Puerto Rico Walk of Fame! by Jessica Khan

Today's big news HAMILTON creator Lin-Manuel Miranda gets a star on the Puerto Rico Walk of Fame today, and Bernadette Peters gives shelter dogs makeovers this morning on LIVE

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:40AM

Jamie Parker: ‘I’m under no illusion the role of Harry Potter belongs to me’ by Mark Shenton

It was in the original company of Alan Bennett’s The History Boys that Jamie Parker first made his mark, just two years

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:30AM

‘Ephemera’: A not-so-ephemeral theatre experience by Admin

Elektra Theatre, New York, NY.  Monday, July 11, 2016.  The latest trend on the dance scene? Interactive performance pieces. With hit shows like Sleep No More and Queen of the Night igniti…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 07:29AM

Snapshot: Miles Davis plays “No Blues” in 1964 by Terry Teachout

The Miles Davis Quintet plays “No Blues” on The Steve Allen Show. The other musicians are Herbie Hancock on piano, Wayne Shorter on tenor saxophone, Ron Carter on bass, and Tony Williams…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:15AM

Our Fight Song at Democratic National Convention with Chenoweth, Menzel, Billy Porter etc. by New York Theater

Theater stars like Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Cumming, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Idina Menzel, Ben Platt, and Billy Porter join in this video of Rachel Platten’s “Fight Song,” ins…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 07:14AM

Almanac: Somerset Maugham on intelligence and the ordinary man by Terry Teachout

“Though he had both esteem and admiration for the sensibility of the human race, he had little respect for their intelligence: man has always found it easier to sacrifice his life than to …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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First Nighter: Richard Strand's Funny "Butler," Norman Shabel's Taut "A Class Act" by David Finkle

Lawyers for the defendants include the very moral Ignatio Perez (Andrew Ramcharan Guilarte), John Dubliner (Nick Plakias

SOURCE: www.huffpost.com at 06:59AM

First Nighter: Richard Strand's Funny "Butler," Norman Shabel's Taut "A Class Act" by David Finkle

In the second act, artillery expert Major Cary (David Sitler), the Confederate officer dispatched to retrieve Malory (and

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 06:59AM

Theatre News: Arts Council awards Orange Tree Theatre new funding

After losing its Arts Council funding in 2014, the Orange Tree Theatre will receive a new award over three years

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:58AM

Arts Council rekindles funding for Orange Tree with £75k grant by David Hutchison

Richmond’s Orange Tree Theatre has received a £75,000 funding injection from Arts Council England – the venue’s first major grant from the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:52AM

Nikolai Foster: Theatremakers must do more to engage badly behaved audiences by Matthew Hemley

Curve artistic director Nikolai Foster has urged theatre creators to do more to combat bad audience behaviour, claiming good performances will “silence people”.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:51AM

TheatreCraft appoints Adam Kenwright as 2016 ambassador by Georgia Snow

Adam Kenwright has been announced as the 2016 ambassador for careers event TheatreCraft. Kenwright, who was appointed executive vice president of Ambassador

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:47AM

The Bolshoi Ballet, Royal Opera House, review: 'The pace is tremendous' by Zoë Anderson, Zoë Anderson

The Bolshoi, one of the world's major ballet companies, return to London with a new production of Don Quixote

SOURCE: The Independent at 06:00AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Interviews: 5 minutes with: Obioma Ugoala - 'It's a lot of pressure playing Smokey Robinson'

We talk to Motown: the Musical's new Smokey Robinson, and find out what it was like on the set of the new Disney adaptation of Beauty and the Beast

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:57AM

Today on Broadway: Wednesday, July 27, 2016 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Theatre Titan James Nederlander Passes Away, @jenashtep’s ‘Volume 3’ Gets Release Date, and More! “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, po…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

Win a double pass to see Wagner’s Tannhäuser, Melbourne by AussieTheatre

Win your chance to be part of an historical event in Melbourne! For the first time ever, The Regent Theatre on Collins St Melbourne will house an opera, and we have 3 double passes to give a…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 05:44AM

Bucket List: the play raging against the 'humanitarian disaster' of capitalism by Lyn Gardner

Theatre Ad Infinitum’s new show is about a Mexican girl who turns to revenge in the face of corruption. Director Nir Paldi explains why we’re all to blame for oppression of the poor – …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:38AM

Soapbox: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child media circus is bad news for other productions by Soapbox

Why should one show dictate the conversation in our industry? During recent years numerous publications have reduced their coverage of the arts, and

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Half A Sixpence, Chichester Festival Theatre by Bella Todd

Watching Cameron Mackintosh’s joyful revision of this Sixties musical, it’s possible to believe for a moment that all the world needs now is love sweet love and a shit-ton of banjos. Wit…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 04:50AM

Review: Review: Half a Sixpence (Chichester Festival Theatre)

Julian Fellowes and Stiles and Drewe do their best to give this dated musical a new lease of life

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:42AM

Road Theatre Company Presents 7th Annual Summer Playwrights Festival by Tracey Paleo

The Road Theatre Company will open its seventh annual Summer Playwrights Festival on Sunday July 31 at 5108 Lankershim Blvd. in North Hollywood, CA.  The festival runs through Sunday, Augus…

SOURCE: footlights.click at 04:10AM

When Intelligence is Artificial by Kevin Delin

If you follow the popular tech press, it’s likely you’ve seen a number of stories about artificial intelligence.  The term “artificial intelligence” is somewhat loos…

SOURCE: footlights.click at 04:10AM

A Temperate Tempest by Sam Hurwitt

If you're going to be shipwrecked by a freak storm, a Livermore winery is an awfully pleasant place to wind up.

SOURCE: The Idiolect at 04:03AM

UK drama schools to raise fees above £9,000 by David Hutchison

Some of the UK’s leading drama schools are set to increase their fees by £250 a year, after the government announced plans

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:00AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Veils, The So & So Arts Club by Sara Malik

‘I hope they never force you to wear it, and I hope they never force me to take it off’ Veils attacks a subject head-on which we are all too afraid to really talk about, a subject that c…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:48AM

Let’s Get Your Facebook Ad Campaigns Organized by Ceci Dadisman

Are you advertising on Facebook by clicking the Boost Post button at the bottom of your posts?  That’s certainly one option to consider and fellow ArtsHacker Jonathan Eifert covered r…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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From Broadway with Love: A Benefit Concert for Orlando Celebrates The Healing Force Of Theatre by Michael J. Roberts

Photo Credit: Ian Suarez I have always maintained that a theatre is a living, breathing [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:57AM

Frankly Winehouse by Arts Review

Following its debut at Melbourne Fringe last year, and a sell-out season at Perth’s Fringe World earlier this year, enjoy a frank encounter with the late, great Amy Winehouse in Frank…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:25AM

Broadway giant James ‘Jimmy’ Nederlander dies at 94 by The Associated Press

James M. Nederlander, who took over the fledgling Nederlander Organization from his father and built it into one of the largest producers of live entertainment and a dominant national theate…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 02:15AM

Drift – Australian Theatre for Young People by Bec Caton

As if transitioning into young adulthood isn’t hard enough, what with trying to define a unique self and working out what being a grown-up looks like, the characters in Two Peas’ Drift a…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 02:12AM

Flyman: Everyone has a creative role to play in a production by Flyman

Are you on the ‘creative team’? It is fair to say that most of you are, whether you know it or not.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Natasha Tripney’s Theatre Picks: July 27 by Natasha Tripney

The Edinburgh Fringe is not far away and that’s reflected in the work opening this week. But amid the previews there’s a

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Mark Shenton: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child can change the way we see theatre by Mark Shenton

It is impossible to draw conclusions of this nature from a couple of performances, but I’ve seen the Harry Potter and the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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The Chat / Crime and Punishment by Arts Review

Devised by both artists and former prisoners, The Chat takes a dark and humorous look at the criminal justice system at Arts House – North Melbourne Town Hall for a limited season fr…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:51AM

Beginnings by John Simon

Like first impressions in life, and rather more so, first impressions, i.e., beginnings in fiction matter. They may not be quite all important, but they do invite and influence readership.Ta…

SOURCE: John Simon at 01:09AM

Special Reports: 4 Wedding Stories With the Cast of Engagements

The Second Stage Uptown cast members share their best wedding anecdotes.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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DVR Alert: Bernadette Peters Gives Shelter Dog Makeovers on LIVE Today by TV News Desk

BWW has learned thatBernadette Peters will stop by LIVE WITH KELLY today, July 27th to help give makeovers to some lucky shelter dogs.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:58AM

Lindsay Mendez and More Set for BROADWAY STORIES 4 at Feinstein's/54 Below Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Feinstein's54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents BROADWAY STORIES on July 27th, 2016 at 930pm.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:58AM

HAMILTON Creator Lin-Manuel Miranda Gets Star on Puerto Rico Walk of Fame Today by BroadwayWorld

Tony, Emmy, Grammy, Pulitzer, Oliver and McArthur award-winner Lin-Manuel Miranda, creator of Broadway's smash hit musical HAMILTON, will be honored today, July 27th by receiving a star on t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:58AM

FREEDOM RIDERS, Starring Mykal Kilgore, Opens Tonight at NYMF by BroadwayWorld

New York Musical Festival NYMF presents FREEDOM RIDERS from tonight, July 27th,throughAugust 2nd at June Havoc Theatre 312 W 36th St 1, New York, NY 10018. The official opening is set for to…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:58AM

Shakespeare's Globe's THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, Starring Jonathan Pryce, Opens Tonight at The Kennedy Center by BroadwayWorld

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing ArtspresentsShakespeare's Globe's critically acclaimed production of Shakespeare's THE MERCHANT OF VENICE in five performances tonight,July 27, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:58AM

Getting Out

Getting Out Off Off Broadway, The Seeing Place Theater at the Lynn Redgrave Theater Reviewed by Helen Herbert BOTTOM LINE: A heartfelt revival about one woman’s struggle to rebuild her l…

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 12:39AM

Kurt Vonnegut’s God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater Begins Tonight by Olivia Clement

Howard Ashman and Alan Menken’s 1979 musical is revived with a starry cast as part of the Encores! Off-Center season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:39AM

Civil War Comedic Drama Butler Opens Tonight by Olivia Clement

Richard Strand’s historical play can be seen at 59E59 Theaters Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:39AM

Their Favorite Things: David Garrison Shares His Theatregoing Experiences by Andrew Gans

Christopher Plummer, John Wood and Diana Rigg are among the singing actor’s favorites.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:39AM

How well do you know the lyrics of Stephen Sondheim? by Ruthie Fierberg

Test your knowledge of the master’s poetic words.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:26AM

Magic Time! A Report on ‘Double X’ at Schools Without Walls by John Stoltenberg

S. Ann Johnson’s Double X—an exquisitely crafted choreopoem exploring the multicultural distinctions and connections among seven women—had its DC debut Saturday after appearances in Ba…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:23AM

How do actors learn their lines? by Antony Sher

Dialogue is like food: you hold it in your mouth, you taste it. And learning the part of Falstaff in Henry IV Parts I and II was like munching on a rich pudding“How do you learn all those …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:19AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards