Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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The Waldorf Project at Here East, London by Blouin Artinfo Datebook

'The Waldorf Project : Chapter Three / FUTURO' will run from November 10 – 20, 2016, at Here East, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park,  London.The project revolves around Amae the Japanese …

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 11:46PM

This Broadway star was the best part of polarizing ‘Rocky Horror’ by Andrea Morabito

Television’s current love affair with stage musicals is turning out to be a boon for Broadway stars. Just as NBC’s “Sound of Music Live!” introduced TV audiences to t…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 11:34PM

Red Line Productions 2017 Season celebrating the Old Fitz Theatre’s 20th year by Arts Review

After two successful years of operation at the intimate 63-seat Old Fitz Theatre, welcoming more than 32,000 people to 65 different shows, Red Line Productions have planned an even bigger se…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:31PM

Broadway.com Culturalist Challenge! Rank Your Top 10 Fave Performances from Fox's Rocky Horror Picture Show by Lindsey Sullivan

The Broadway.com staff is crazy for Culturalist, the website that lets you choose and create your own top 10 lists. Every week, we’re challenging you with a new Broadway-themed topic t…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:30PM

Our 5 Favorite Things About Rocky Horror by Ruthie Fierberg

According to one Rocky virgin.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:29PM

Review: Nathan Lane saves ‘The Front Page’ from fish wrap by Mark Kennedy

You want the story? You want to really know what’s up with “The Front Page” on Broadway? Well, pay attention, you lousy baboons. Here’s what you need to know: This sap of a play is o…

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:27PM

As 'The Front Page' turns, so does agile comedy by Peter Marks

REVIEW || Thirty years after it last appeared on Broadway, this dark and funny 1928 farce holds up grandly, in director Jack O'Brien's revival.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:27PM

In the wee hours, Bethany Crouch brings energy, sincerity to morning TV

To get the scoop on Bethany Crouch, the beloved local TV journalist known for her infectious warmth and energy, you have to understand a few key parts of her life. … Click to Continue …

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 11:27PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: Nathan Lane saves 'The Front Page' from fish wrap by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- You want the story? You want to really know what's up with "The Front Page" on Broadway? Well, pay attention, you lousy baboons. Here&a…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 10:56PM

Lainie Kazan Acts Through Her Cold by Sandi Durell

  By Martha Wade Steketee     Laine Kazan has a cold, we soon realize. Raspy vocal quality, tetchy intonation, and without the big sound and wild abandon we have seen from her…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 10:53PM

Nathan Lane’s The News In Scott Rudin’s Star-Packed ‘Front Page’ Revival by Jeremy Gerard

There are a couple of ways to go in reviewing a new revival of The Front Page. One could bemoan the demise of hard copy and the glory days of tabloid journalism, not to mention of Broadway i…

SOURCE: Deadline at 10:48PM

Godspell Reimagined by Arts Review

The international music theatre favourite Godspell is set to return to Melbourne to take audiences on a heartfelt and exhilarating ride of peace, love and joy at Arts Centre Melbourne’s Fa…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:45PM

Nathan Lane can only try to save ‘Front Page’: theater review by Joe Dziemianowicz

Stop the presses: Nathan Lane saves the day — and the play — again.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 10:28PM

Cititour Review: Tick Tick…Boom by Brian Scott Lipton

Reality inevitably intrudes on any production of “Tick Tick…Boom,” now being given its first major Off-Broadway revival by the Keen Company at the Acorn Theatre.

SOURCE: cititour.com at 10:28PM

Review Roundup: THE FRONT PAGE Opens on Broadway- Updating Live! by Review Roundups

Read all about itThe Front Page,Ben HechtandCharles MacArthur's classic 1928 comedy set in the world of the Chicago newspaper business, hadits official opening performance tonight at the Bro…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:25PM

Cititour Review: Love, Love, Love by Brian Scott Lipton

Mike Bartlett’s often hilarious, ultimately troubling comedy “Love, Love, Love,” now at the Roundabout Theatre Company’s Laura Pels Theatre...

SOURCE: cititour.com at 10:23PM

See What the Critics Thought of Nathan Lane’s Broadway Front Page by Robert Viagas

The 1928 newspaper classic opened in a revival October 20.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:22PM

See What Critics Thought of Nathan Lane’s Broadway Front Page by Robert Viagas

The 1928 newspaper classic opened in a revival October 20.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:22PM

White Day Dream by Arts Review

A collaboration with well known and highly respected artist Yumi Umiumare, Weave Movement Theatre present their latest dance theatre work, White Day Dream for a limited season at fortyfive…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:19PM

Saluting Stephen Sondheim by Sandi Durell

    by Alix Cohen   Hey, old friend, are you okay/Old friend?/What do you say, old friend/Are we or are we unique?/Time goes by/Everything else keeps changing/You and I/We get…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 10:10PM

PUFFS at Elektra Theatre by Sandi Durell

    By Eric J. Grimm   Tilted Windmills Theatricals has created a loving parody and tribute to JK Rowling’s Harry Potter series in their production of PUFFS: Or Seven Increa…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 10:10PM

Theatre's gender inequality is shocking – but change is in the air by Lyn Gardner

With Agatha Christie the only female playwright represented in London's West End, a Tonic Theatre initiative is taking aim at the traditional gender imbalance in British playhousesThere was …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:03PM

Review: Tick, Tick… BOOM!

Jonathan Larson's musical returns to New York with Nick Blaemire, Ciara Renée, and George Salazar.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM

Off Broadway Review: ‘Plenty’ With Rachel Weisz by Gordon Cox

The death of idealism usually signals the end of an era, a brutal message lyrically delivered by David Hare in his 1982 drama, “Plenty,” now in a rare revival at the Public Theat…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:00PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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The Wharf Revue 2016: Back to Bite You – Sydney Theatre Company by Cassie Tongue

It may be time to retire The Wharf Revue. The current-events inspired sketch-style show has become something of a tradition in the Sydney Theatre Company program, and has built up a rich tou…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 09:23PM

Tony Winner Cherry Jones to Headline The Glass Menagerie in the West End by Broadway.com

Two-time Tony winner Cherry Jones will appear alongside Michael Esper, Kate O’Flynn and Brian J. Smith in Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie in the West End. Directed by Joh…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:20PM

New West End Dates for Hamilton in 2017; Lin-Manuel Miranda to Headline in 2018 by Imogen Lloyd Webber

We have your latest West End Hamilton update. Lin-Manuel Miranda's hit tuner is now scheduled to begin previews a little later than previously reported and will start performances in Nov…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 09:20PM

Tick, Tick . . . BOOM! by Sandi Durell

    By Sandi Durell   The autobiographical revival of iconic multi Tony and Pulitzer Prize winner, Jonathan Larson’s life story, is alive and well through the Keen Company produ…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 09:11PM

'Tick, Tick... Boom!': Theater Review by Frank Scheck

The Keen Company stages an off-Broadway revival of 'Tick, Tick... Boom!,' the autobiographical chamber musical by 'Rent' composer Jonathan Larson. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:00PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Hamilton's coming to London, so get in line for a stage revolution

The show — which is a solid-gold hit in New York — uses music from the late 20th-century (hip-hop) to tell the story of 18th-century U.S. founding father Alexander Hamilton.

SOURCE: Daily Mail at 08:49PM

BAZ BAMIGBOYE: How Sophie fell for a goat called Sylvia (in Edward Albee's drama)

Sophie Okonedo read Edward Albee's play - The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia? - twice, and found herself transfixed by the study of love without boundaries.

SOURCE: Daily Mail at 08:48PM

Viktor&Rolf: Fashion Artists by Arts Review

The spectacular and avant-garde creations of international luxury fashion house, Viktor & Rolf are showcased and explored in the world-first exhibition, Viktor&Rolf: Fashion Artists…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 08:42PM

Silver Palm Theatre Awards Announces 28 Honorees by Bill Hirschman

The South Florida Silver Palm Theatre Awards committee honoring theatrical excellence in South Florida will present the award to 28 individuals and organizations in its ninth season. Recipie…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 08:12PM

Brisbane Powerhouse announces Melt 2017 festival line-up by Arts Review

Bursting with pride, humanity, humour and rebellion, Melt 2017 will explode at Brisbane Powerhouse throughout January and February in an unbridled celebration of equality and the LGBTI+ comm…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 08:08PM

Arden Theatre Company presents Matthew Lopez’s ‘The Legend of Georgia McBride’ by Toby Zinman

Arden Theatre Company's production of Matthew Lopez's 'The Legend of Georgia McBride' gets to the heart of drag with Philly's reigning queen. Toby Zinman reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 08:04PM

Dance News: The Bessies at BAM Announce the Winners of the 2016 NY Dance and Performance Awards by The Dance Enthusiast

The NY Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, New York City’s premier dance awards, honoring outstanding creative work in the field, announces the complete list of the 2015–16 seaso…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 08:00PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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STAGE TUBE: Heidi Blickenstaff Debuts Song from FREAKY FRIDAY in Latest Preview by Stage Tube

Signature Theatrepresents the world premiere production of Disney's Freaky Friday. Developed byDisney Theatrical Productionsexpressly for licensing to theatres, Freaky Friday features a book…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:52PM

The Unconformity: beauty and devastation collide in isolated Tasmanian mining town | Josephine Rowe by Josephine Rowe

With mining declining, a small town’s festival has reinvented itself to celebrate cultural paradox, dramatic landscape and experimental artThe descent into Queenstown, Tasmania, is one of …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:52PM

Melbourne Festival – David Bowie: Nothing Has Changed by Arts Review

Nothing Has Changed is from David Bowie’s Sunday, a track from his 2002 album Heathen. The phrase seemed a strange choice of title for a tribute to Bowie’s music that employed a diverse …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 07:47PM

“Sleepy Hollow” finishes run at Miners Alley Children’s Theatre this weekend by John Wenzel

See Ichabod Crane in all his freaked-out glory at Miner’s Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave. in Golden.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 07:43PM

Charity Ang?l Dawson Assumes the Role of Becky in WAITRESS Beginning October 20 by BroadwayWorld

The producers of the Broadway hitWaitresshave announced thatCharity Angel Dawsonwill take on the role of Becky beginning October 20. Charity has been part of theWaitresscast since the produc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:15PM

Review: ‘Tick, Tick…Boom!’ Is Jonathan Larson’s Run-Up to ‘Rent’ by Alexis Soloski

The musical, being revived by the Keen Company, finds some affection in this early work by Mr. Larson.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:15PM

TICK, TICK . . . BOOM! - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

The sound, whether it's audible or technically silent, is deafening throughout the 90 blissful minutes that constitute the Keen Company revival of tick, tick...BOOM! that just opened at the …

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 07:13PM

PUFFS - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

Puffs, the wacky new romp by Matt Cox that just opened at the Elektra Theatre, answered a question I didn't realize I had while reading J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series: What of the fourth…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 07:12PM

Possible mutiny brewing at Josh Groban’s ‘Comet’ by Michael Riedel

Before the first preview of “Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812” Tuesday night, producer Howard Kagan stood in front of his cast and crew and informed them that The Post was a…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 07:11PM

Bronx Bullet: Backstage at A Bronx Tale with Ariana DeBose, Episode 4: Hanging Out by Broadway.com

This week, Ariana DeBose hangs out with co-star Nick Cordero, visits Something Rotten! pal Eric Sciotto and gets together with her Hamilton family.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:08PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Kate Baldwin by Broadway.com

Kate Baldwin stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about her Feinstein's/54 Below show and more with Paul Wontorek.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:08PM

Review: When the Penguins Come Home to Roost by Laurel Graeber

“Mr. Popper’s Penguins,” at the New Victory Theater, stars life-size puppets as the creatures that upend a sedate couple’s lives — and warm their hearts.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 07:03PM

Theater Review: Sarah Ruhl’s “Court Life” — A Losing Match by Arts Fuse Editor

Sarah Ruhl attempts, but fails, to discover illuminating similarities between the powerful then and now.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 07:03PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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REVIEW: Wonderful Town, Ye Olde Rose and Crowne Pub Theatre ✭✭✭✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves Wonderful Town Ye Olde Rose And Crowne Pub Theatre 14 October 2016 Book Tickets When Tim McArthur and Aaron Clingham started up this pub theatre eight years ago, I wonder how…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:41PM

Off-Broadway producer accused of ripping off playwright’s work by Emily Saul

A playwright is accusing noted off-Broadway producer Jonathan Rockefeller of fraud, claiming his newest puppet-production “That Golden Girls Show! A Puppet Parody!” is a blatant …

SOURCE: The New York Post at 06:39PM

Movie Listings for Oct. 21-27

A guide to movies playing at theaters in the New York City area, as well as select festivals and film series. A complete list of new releases is at nytimes.com/intheaters.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:36PM

Theater Listings for Oct. 21-27

A critical guide to productions in New York City, including shows in previews.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:34PM

Charley Chase: The Comedy of Embarrassment by Trav S.D.

Adapted from my book Chain of Fools: Silent Comedy and Its Legacies from Nickelodeons to Youtube, released by Bear Manor Media, also available from amazon.com etc etc etc When Charley C…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 06:09PM

The Cherry Orchard Review: Diane Lane in Updated Chekhov by Jonathan Mandell

When Diane Lane, returning to Broadway after nearly four decades, enters on stage in the Roundabout’s ambitiously reinterpreted production of The Cherry Orchard, her Lubyov seems an imposs…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 06:09PM

Daveed Diggs, Tracie Thoms, and More Join 24 Hour Plays on Broadway by Olivia Clement

On November 13-14, theatre artists will come together to create and perform six original plays in the space of 24 hours.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:03PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Harvey Fierstein, Kristin Chenoweth, and the Cast of Hairspray Live

The new live musical will also feature Ariana Grande, Jennifer Hudson, Derek Hough, and newcomer Maddie Baillio.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Hello, Donna! Donna Murphy to Step in for Bette Midler by Matthew Wexler

Producer Scott Rudin announced today that, beginning Tuesday, June 13, two-time Tony Award-winner and one of Broadway’s most treasured stars, Donna Murphy, will step into the role of Dolly…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 05:53PM

Broadway’s Dynamic Duo: Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp Talk 20 Years of Friendship

Anthony Rapp & Adam Pascal talk about their 20-year friendship, Rent memories, and being the Michael Stipe & Bono of Broadway.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 05:51PM

His Legacy by Chie Witt

Alexander Hamilton was shot and killed in a duel with Aaron Burr in 1804. From monuments and historic sites, to our currency and banking system, Hamilton’s legacy lives on many forms. …

SOURCE: PBS at 05:41PM

Tracy Turnblad, Penny Pingleton and More Come to Life in Latest Hairspray Live! Photos by Hannah Vine

Hairspray Live! will air December 7 at 8 PM on NBC with a star-studded cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:36PM

Tracy Turnblad, Penny Pingleton and More Come to Life Latest Hairspray Live! Photos by Hannah Vine

Hairspray Live! will air December 7 at 8 PM on NBC with a star-studded cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:36PM

New Grants Help Theatre Students in Financially Challenged Communities by Adam Hetrick

The Educational Theatre Association and Tams-Witmark Music Library are behind the grants that will help theatre programs at six schools during the first phase of the initiative.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:33PM

Broadway Welcomes Three Openings, and Hamilton Hits the Screen by Olivia Clement

The Know: What not to miss in theatre October 20-30.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:19PM

A Look Back at BroadwayCon 2016: Tuck Everlasting

At BroadwayCon 2016 [tile of show]\u2019s Hunter Bell hosted a panel that previewed some of the new Broadway musicals that were scheduled to open that spring. Here, Michael Park steps up to …

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:08PM

Get ready for another ‘Freaky Friday’ by Peter Marks

Signature Theatre produces the world premiere of a Disney musical.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 05:08PM

Photo Coverage: NOTES FROM THE FIELD's Anna Deavere Smith Meets The Press by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

Second StageTheatre's New York Premiere production of NOTES FROM THE FIELD DOING TIME IN EDUCATION, the latest work created, written and performed by groundbreaking theatre artist Anna Deave…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:08PM

STAGE TUBE: Stephen Mark Lukas Performs 'C'est Moi' in CAMELOT at Westport Country Playhouse by Stage Tube

As previously announced, Westport Country Playhouse's production of Lerner amp Loewe's 'Camelot,' starring Tony Award winner Robert Sean Leonard as King Arthur and Britney Coleman as Queen G…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:08PM

Take CARRIE to the Prom in Immersive Screening at House of Yes This Halloween by BroadwayWorld

If you've got a taste for terror take Carrie to the prom.An immersive screening of the classic 1976 film CARRIE,co-produced with Brooklyn-based The Love Show, is set for the Little Cinema at…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:08PM

BWW TV: Travel Back in Time with the Cast of LOVE, LOVE LOVE on Opening Night! by Tv - Opening Night Special

Roundabout Theatre Company presents the new play Love, Love Love, directed byMichael Mayer, which opened officially last night, October 19, 2016 at theLaura Pels Theatre at the Harold and Mi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:08PM

AVENUE Q Solves the Presidential Candidates' Great Puppet Debate by BroadwayWorld

This just in one of the burning issues from last night's debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump focused on which one of the Presidential candidates is a 'puppet.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:08PM

LASA Announces Ovation Awards Date by Tracey Paleo

The 27th Annual Ovation Awards nominations will be announced on Wednesday, November 2 on the LA Stage Alliance’s This Stage website. The awards ceremony will be held on Tuesday, Janua…

SOURCE: footlights.click at 05:08PM

Anna Deveare Smith on How Her Solo Show Notes from the Field Is a Call to Action for a 'New Civil Rights Movement' by Broadway.com

Playwright/performer Anna Deveare Smith on why her new solo show Notes from the Field, which takes a hard look at the school to prison pipeline, is personal for her.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:00PM

Watch Heidi Blickenstaff Sing a Number from Disney’s New Freaky Friday Musical by Robert Viagas

The score is by the Next to Normal team of Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:00PM

Theater News: Casting Announced for Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

J. Bernard Calloway returns to the musical's title role at the Old Globe.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Dual exhibit showcases regional artists

Anxious boatmen, hostile environments, visual puns and acrobatic eyeballs are just some of the ingredients inhabiting the drawings, paintings and constructions of John Yoyogi Fortes and Juli…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 05:00PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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See Liz Callaway at Acting Company Tribute to Mark Lamos by Hannah Vine

The evening also paid tribute to arts patron J. Barclay Collins.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:47PM

Joel Grey to Receive Oscar Hammerstein Award by Rino16

According to a story originally published on the Broadwayblog, Joel Grey will officially receive the 25th Oscar Hammerstein Award for Lifetime Achievement in Musical Theater at a December 5…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 04:47PM

Joel Grey and Jefferson Mays Join BroadwayCon by Playbill Staff

The Tony Award winners join an ever-growing lineup of Broadway stars taking part in the three-day event.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:46PM

Hamilton Director Plans a Hip-Hop Sitcom by Robert Viagas

Thomas Kail will team with rapper Common on the project for Fox-TV.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:32PM

REVIEW: Moby Dick The Musical, Union Theatre ✭✭✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves Andrew Wright’s production does what it can to make us concentrate on the show’s many felicities. However, it may take more than bracing direction and lively movement to …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 04:29PM

How Lady Gaga’s tragic family history inspired her new album by Hardeep Phull

One autumn day, in early November 2013, Lady Gaga rolled up to the SiriusXM Radio studios in New York to give an extended town hall-style interview to promote her new album, “Artpop.” In…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 04:20PM

Review: ‘The Legend of Georgia McBride’ at Arden Theatre Company in Philadelphia by Deb Miller

It’s drag to the rescue in playwright Matthew Lopez’s camp comedy The Legend of Georgia McBride, now in production at Arden Theatre Company. Filled with caustic humor, glitz, and music, …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:17PM

New Village Arts' 'God of Carnage' is raw (and timely) comedy by James Hebert

This moment in history has become so saturated with electoral angst that it can start to seem as if everything is somehow about the presidential contest: sports events, fashion choices, poss…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 04:15PM

It was time for Ringling Bros. to retire its elephants, but won't we miss them? by Chris Jones

In a few days, the train belonging to the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will disgorge its unique cargo — human, physical, animal — near the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, and th…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:10PM

Photo Flash: Liz Callaway, Mark Lamos, J. Barclay Collins and More at The Acting Company's 2016 Gala by BroadwayWorld

The Acting Company honored legendary theatrical director Mark Lamos and distinguished patron of the arts J. Barclay Collins at its annual gala Monday, October 17, at New York's Metropolitan …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

Stephen Schwartz, Stephen Sondheim, Tom Kitt and More Slated for DGF's 'GREAT WRITERS' Gala by BroadwayWorld

Dramatists Guild Fund President Andrew Lippa and Executive Director Rachel Routh have announced the writers that will be featured in the nonprofit's Benefit Gala Great Writers Thank Their Lu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

No TV? No Problem! HAMILTON'S AMERICA Doc to Live Stream on Facebook Tomorrow by BroadwayWorld

No TV but still want to watch tomorrow's screening of HAMILTON'S AMERICADon't fret

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

Theater notes: 'Bandstand' with CMU's Corey Cott sets Broadway run by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“Bandstand," the new musical starring Carnegie Mellon alumnus Corey Cott ("Newsies," "Gigi") and Tony nominee Laura Osnes, is headed to Broadway for April of next …

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 04:03PM

Theater News: Full Cast Announced for Irish Repertory Theatre Immersive Adaptation of The Dead

Tony winners Boyd Gaines and Carole Shelley are set to star.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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That Time the Harry Potter Franchise Said ‘No Thanks’ to a Bruce Spingsteen Ballad by Devon Ivie

Bruce Springsteen might be the undisputed king of New Jersey, but the producers behind the Harry Potter films clearly weren't charmed enough by the Boss's reign. During an interview on Simon…

SOURCE: Vulture at 03:54PM

Lady Gaga’s Joanne Is a Slightly Frustrating Mix of Country and EDM, But It’s Fun When It Gels by Craig Jenkins

As a stadium-class pop act with roots in musical theater and performance art, Lady Gaga does not deal in subtleties. Gesture to the nosebleeds, and you reach everyone in the room. If the wid…

SOURCE: Vulture at 03:49PM

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Will Honor Liev Schreiber at 'Golden Gala' by BroadwayWorld

Golden Globe nominee and Tony Award winner Liev Schreiber will be honored at the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene NYTF Golden Gala at the Museum of Jewish Heritage on Monday, December 12t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:30PM

Paper Mill is Broadway-bound again with 'Bandstand' set for spring by Vicki Hyman | Nj Advance Media For Nj.com

'Bandstand,' which won rousing reviews at the Paper Mill Playhouse last year, will keep its original leads Laura Osnes and Corey Cott when it transfers to Broadway

SOURCE: NJ.com at 03:28PM

‘Bandstand’ Joins Broadway’s Crowded New Musical Slate by Gordon Cox

“Bandstand,” the musical that premiered at the Paper Mill Playhouse last year, has joined the throng of new musicals crowding in to the 2016-17 Broadway season, lining up an Apri…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:27PM

EPIC HAMILTON UNVEILS THE INTEGRATED SOUL OF OUR NATION by Michael J. Roberts

Highly Recommended Reviewed by: Michael J. Roberts When looking at the history of theatrical productions, [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:25PM

Northlight Theatre’s World Premiere of Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley Runs Nov. 10-Dec 18 by Michael J. Roberts

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:25PM

New Dawn Rising: Five Videos of Waitress’ New Star, Caitlin Houlahan, In Action

Caitlin Houlahan makes her Broadway debut as Dawn in Waitress, and these videos give you a taste of her talent.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:16PM

Eden Espinosa, Norm Lewis and Kelli O'Hara to Join Jason Robert Brown at SubCulture by BroadwayWorld

Tony Award-winning composer and lyricist Jason Robert Brown's wildly successful and acclaimed concert series is returning to SubCulture in 2016, and just announced for this fall and winter a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:03PM

Daveed Diggs, Jenna Ushkowitz and More Sign on for THE 24 HOUR PLAYS on Broadway; Cast Complete! by BroadwayWorld

The 24 Hour Plays on Broadway announced today additional cast members, playwrights, and directors for its anticipated annual production at American Airlines Theater on November 14, 2016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:03PM

Review: Ragtime, The Charing Cross Theatre by Steph J. Watkins

Taken from the musical era, Ragtime is performed upon a stave of hatred, rebellion and piano blues. The storyline, although a little clunky and inconsistent at times, follows examples of pe…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:03PM

Review: A Pacifist’s Guide to the War on Cancer, The National Theatre by Calum McIntosh

A musical about cancer is of course, no easy feat. Complicité and performance Artist, Bryony Kimmings (with the help of co-writers, Brian Lobel and Tom Parkinson) aim to get people talking …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:03PM

Emma Stone-Ryan Gosling’s ‘La La Land’ Set for AFI Fest Gala Showing by Dave McNary

The American Film Institute has set the Emma Stone-Ryan Gosling musical “La La Land” as a Centerpiece Gala at AFI Fest on Nov. 15 at the TCL Chinese Theatre. “La La Land,” di…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:00PM

Theater News: Miss Saigon Finds Its Broadway Chris

West End star Eva Noblezada will reprise her performance as Kim.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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American Dream! Alistair Brammer Will Play Chris in Miss Saigon on Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

The heat is on for Alistair Brammer, who will reprise his West End performance as the young American GI Chris in the Miss Saigon revival. Directed by Laurence Connor, Boublil and Schönb…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:56PM

Review: Not Much Light in Fox’s Rocky Horror Picture Show by Jesse Green

Trying to avoid the third presidential debate, I decided to watch a press screener of Fox TV’s version of The Rocky Horror Picture Show last night, thinking camp would be the perfect antid…

SOURCE: Vulture at 02:53PM

Audience Systems: Providing modern comforts in a heritage theatre by Promoted Content

Much as they delight, traditional theatre buildings challenge their custodians every day. Offering modern comforts to theatregoers is not always easy –

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:49PM

Double Edge Theatre’s Latin American Cycle Builds Bridges Across Massachusetts by HowlRound

By Josh Platt. Josh Platt on Double Edge Theatre’s Latin American Spectacle in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, Cada Luna Azul / Once a Blue Moon in Ashfield, Massachusetts, and the Springfie…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:48PM

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Names New Director by Andrew Gans

David Roberts will begin his tenure in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:48PM

More Broadway Stars Join Nothing Like a Dame 20th Anniversary Concert by Andrew Gans

The benefit concert will be held at Broadway's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:39PM

Throwback Thursday: Lin-Manuel Miranda and Karen Olivo in Tick, Tick… BOOM! by Hannah Vine

Jonathan Larson’s tick, tick… BOOM!, played City Center’s Encores! in 2014.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:38PM

BWW TV: Alistair Brammer Will Return for MISS SAIGON on Broadway; Plus Behind-the-Scenes Interview! by BroadwayWorld TV

Just announced, Alistair Brammer will reprise his acclaimed West End performance as the young American GI 'Chris' in Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Boublil and Schnberg's legendary m…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:31PM

Extra, Extra! Top 30 Critics from Across the Country to Attend THE FRONT PAGE's Opening Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Read all about it The Front Page, Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur's classic 1928 comedy set in the world of the Chicago newspaper business, will have its official opening performance tonight…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:31PM

Oh, Hello on Broadway by Joel Benjamin

In the guise of two old Upper West Side bachelor geezers, Kroll as failed actor, Gil Faizon, and Mulaney as failed writer, George St. Geegland, wander about Pask’s brilliant combination ap…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 02:28PM

Receiving and Defending: I Know What I Want and I Know What I Don’t Want by HowlRound

By Irene Loy. In this installment, Irene Loy discusses how characters receive desire versus defend themselves against unwanted desire, delving into the difference of consent and dissent.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 02:28PM

Friends in Transient Places by Steven Morris

The post Friends in Transient Places appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 02:26PM

Eden Espinosa, Norma Lewis, Kelli O’Hara Will Join Jason Robert Brown at SubCulture by Andrew Gans

The concert series features songs from throughout Tony-winning composer-lyricist Brown’s career.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:25PM

Eden Espinosa, Norm Lewis, Kelli O’Hara Will Join Jason Robert Brown at SubCulture by Andrew Gans

The concert series features songs from throughout Tony-winning composer-lyricist Brown’s career.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:25PM

#TBT 12 John Leguizamo as Tybalt in Romeo + Juliet GIFs for Othello: The Remix

Since John Leguizamo is making Shakespeare super cool with Othello: The Remix, it's the perfect time to look back at Romeo + Juliet.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 02:20PM

Production Billing Ignites War at Great Comet by Robert Viagas

The musical Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 is currently in previews.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:20PM

Chicago Theater Review: HAMILTON (PrivateBank Theatre) by Lawrence Bommer

OUR FUNKY FOUNDING FATHERS A hip-hop Alexander Hamilton? A beat-box Father of His Country? A jumping James Madison and a jiveass Jefferson who disses bigtime in a poetry slam? The ten-dollar…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 02:19PM

The Comedies of Bela Lugosi by Trav S.D.

What madness that I didn’t think of this post sooner! (And I confess someone else inadvertently gave me the idea). We’ve done many posts about the great Hungarian-American thespi…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 02:02PM

Theater News: Laura Osnes and Corey Cott Will Lead Bandstand to Broadway

The new musical has announced its opening-night date.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Alistair Brammer Joins Cast of Miss Saigon Broadway Revival by Robert Viagas

He co-starred in the recent London revival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:58PM

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Blooper Reel: The Mistakes Are a Lot More Nuanced (and Curse-Filled) Than That by Devon Ivie

We're one day away from Crazy Ex-Girlfriend's season two premiere on the CW, and Rachel Bloom has selflessly given us one more (nonmusical) present to tide us over until then. Whether dancin…

SOURCE: Vulture at 01:56PM

HAIRSPRAY LIVE's Kenny Leon Hints at 'Musical Surprises'; Shares More Details by TV News Desk

Today, BWW participated in a live conference call with HAIRSPRAY LIVE's award-winning director Kenny Leon THE WIZ LIVE and Emmy Award-winning live television director Alex Rudzinski GREASE L…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:56PM

Original Cast of I LOVE YOU BECAUSE to Reunite for 10th Anniversary Concert by BroadwayWorld

Feinstein's54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club presents the I Love You Because 10th Anniversary Reunion Concert, a concert performance by the original cast of the Drama Desk-nominated Off Broad…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:56PM

Laura Osnes hopes people will swing to ‘Bandstand’ by Mark Kennedy

That rarest of sounds — a new American musical not based on an existing book or film — is heading to Broadway with Tony Award-nominee Laura Osnes — and it’s got quite a swing.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 01:56PM

Bandstand, Starring Laura Osnes & Corey Cott, Will Bow on Broadway in Spring 2017 by Imogen Lloyd Webber

We now know when two-time Tony nominee Laura Osnes and Corey Cott will bring jitterbugging to Broadway! Directed and choreographed by Hamilton's Andy Blankenbuehler, the previously repor…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:52PM

Stage Great Ben Vereen on Why Rocky Horror Kicked His Butt and Memories of Pippin, Sweet Charity, Roots & More by Broadway.com

The Tony-winning legend looks back on the highlights of his stage and screen resume.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:52PM

Review: Left Luggage, The Space by Holly O'Mahony

Left Luggage is an endearing play following sisters Nicola (Kim Burnett) and Danni (Bryony Thomas) as they rediscover each other in the wake of their grandmother’s death. Written by Is…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 01:52PM

All-New Rocky Horror Picture Show Airs Tonight on Fox by Adam Hetrick

Laverne Cox, Annaleigh Ashford, and Tim Curry star in the revamp of the cult classic that airs October 20 at 8 PM ET/PT.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:49PM

Donna Murphy in "Hello Dolly" by Barry

PUT ON YOUR TUESDAY CLOTHES! TWO-TIME TONY AWARD®-WINNER Donna Murphy will step into the starring role in "Hello Dolly!" on Tuesday Evenings starting June 13, 2017 Click to read more

SOURCE: theaterlife at 01:49PM

The Cherry Orchard starring Diane Lane: review, pics by New York Theater

When Diane Lane, returning to Broadway after nearly four decades, enters on stage in the Roundabout’s ambitiously reinterpreted production of The Cherry Orchard, her Lubyov seems an imposs…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 01:42PM

Donna Murphy Cast in Broadway ‘Hello, Dolly!’ as Bette Midler’s Alternate by Gordon Cox

Donna Murphy has signed on to perform the lead role in the upcoming Broadway revival of “Hello, Dolly!” at Tuesday performances beginning in June, alternating with headliner Bet…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:40PM

‘Bandstand,’ From ‘Hamilton’ Choreographer, Heads to Broadway by Michael Paulson

Andy Blankenbuehler, who has won Tonys for choreography of “In the Heights” and “Hamilton,” will direct this production, slated for an April opening.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:36PM

Heartbreak and Uncertainty: ‘Heisenberg’ on Broadway by Matthew Wexler

by Jon L Jensen Every human interaction is fraught with risk and uncertainty. This idea is one of several compelling themes driving Simon Stephens’ enigmatic Heisenberg, now playing on Bro…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 01:34PM

Lin-Manuel Miranda on Writing in Aaron Burr’s Bedroom by Melissa Major

Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote part of his smash hit from Aaron Burr’s bedroom. Hamilton’s America, the documentary film that brings history to vivid life through the lens…

SOURCE: PBS at 01:34PM

Merchant of Venice (Shakespeare; dir. Nicolas Stemann) Kammerspiele, Munich, Oct 2016 by Holger Syme

One might say that Nicolas Stemann doesn’t so much stage The Merchant of Venice as interrogate the play – or the very possibility of staging it now. That would only capture part of what …

SOURCE: www.dispositio.net at 01:29PM

Phillipa Soo on Eliza Schuyler by Melissa Major

Phillipa Soo, who plays Eliza Schuyler in Hamilton, discusses how Eliza met Alexander Hamilton. Hamilton’s America, the documentary film that brings history to vivid life through the lens …

SOURCE: PBS at 01:26PM

Ship of Fools by Cynthia Allen

Visual artist and puppeteer Jessica Scott navigates through a satiric and fascinating new media “seascape” with a dysfunctional ship’s crew, albeit all women. Scott’s "Ship of Fools"…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 01:26PM

Official: BANDSTAND Will Arrive on Broadway This Spring; Opening Night Set! by BroadwayWorld

The producers ofBandstandjustannounced that the new musical will open on Broadway this Spring onApril 26, 2017at a Shubert Theatre to be announced starring Tony Award nomineeLaura OsnesRodge…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:18PM

U.K. Theater Review: ‘The Wind in the Willows,’ the Musical by Gordon Cox

If ever a show caught the national mood, it’s this — “Little England: The Musical” by another name. Adapted by Julian Fellowes (“Downton Abbey”) with a score …

SOURCE: Variety at 01:15PM

Kooman & Dimond: A Writing Duo Unlike Any Other by John Simpkins

In this beautiful piece, director John Simpkins describes his experience of working with Kooman & Dimond - and how it was unlike any other writer/director relationship he's had. The pos…

SOURCE: www.breakingcharactermagazine.com at 01:14PM

CHICAGO – Touring by Emma Clarendon

Having last been seen in the West End in 2012, Chicago still proves to be a popular and sassy musical with an exquisite layer of dark humour at the centre of it, focusing on the darker side …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:11PM

Review: ‘When the Rain Stops Falling’ at The Wilma Theater in Philadelphia by Matt Flocco

The Wilma Theater’s production of When the Rain Stops Falling, directed by Blanka Zizka, begins in complete darkness. Then comes the deluge of a rainfall, and one is  immediately whisked …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:10PM

Date and Location Announced for 27th Annual LA STAGE Alliance Ovation Awards by @ This Stage Staff

We're thrilled to share that LA STAGE Alliance has just announced the date and location of the 27th Annual Ovation Awards ceremony. This year, the Ovations will be held at Center Theatre…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 01:09PM

Harrison James is a dashing star on the rise at the National Ballet by Brad Wheeler

The New Zealander is one of four dancers cast as Prince Charming in next month’s production of Cinderella

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 01:06PM

Theater News: Manhattan Theatre Club Extends Sarah Jones' Sell/Buy/Date

The production is directed by Carolyn Cantor.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Video Flash: EXCLUSIVE: Behind the Making of Cagney's Cast Album

Head into the recording studio with the stars of this off-Broadway hit.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

This Week in L.A. Theatre by Julio Martinez

IN THE NEWS The Theatre @ Boston Court announces the annual New Play Festival, to be held Saturdays, Nov 5 and Nov 12, at Boston Court Performing Arts Center in Pasadena. This yea…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 01:00PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Laura Osnes and Corey Cott Will Return to Broadway in Bandstand Musical by Andrew Gans

Opening night is scheduled for April 26, 2017.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:57PM

VIDEO: Busy Parents, Taye Diggs Is Here for You in Funny 'Celebs Have Issues' Clip on HuffPost by BroadwayWorld

Parents, Taye Diggs of Broadway'sHedwig, Wicked, Chicago, RENTis here for you.Are you a parent who has no time for yourself Are you so busy with children that the word 'self' has lost all me…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:56PM

Moises Kaufman and Bill T. Jones to Talk PERFORMING ORAL HISTORY at New York Live Arts by BroadwayWorld

Internationally recognized choreographer Bill T. Jones and renowned directorplaywright Moises Kaufman, both National Medal of Arts awardees, will discuss the importance of oral history as st…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:56PM

Photo Coverage: #EduHam Takes Over at HAMILTON with Gilder Lehman Institute's American History Education Matinee by Walter McBride

EduHam is a series of HAMILTON Wednesday matinees made available to New York City schools with a high concentration of students from low-income families for the ticket price of only 10.This …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:56PM

Israel Horovitz's New Play MAN IN SNOW to Debut Next Month at La MaMa by BroadwayWorld

MAN IN SNOW - the newest work by celebrated playwright Israel Horovitz OUT OF THE MOUTHS OF BABES - will receive its New York premiere this fall at La MaMa's First Floor Theatre 77 E. 4 St. …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:56PM

Photo Coverage: Roundabout's LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Celebrates Opening Night! by Walter McBride

Roundabout Theatre Company presents the new play Love, Love Love, directed byMichael Mayer, which opened officially last night, October 19, 2016 at theLaura Pels Theatre at the Harold and Mi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:56PM

Photos and Video: RENT Co-Stars Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp Perform to Sold-Out Crowd at the Engeman by BroadwayWorld

On Monday, October 17, 2016 Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, original stars of the hit Broadway musical RENT, performed their acclaimed show 'Adam amp Anthony Live' to a sold-out crowd at the J…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:56PM

Call Answered: Antonio Minino: Anaïs Nin Goes to Hell at 14th Street Y by Call Me Adam

Antonio MininoBetween the worlds of theatre and fitness, I have known Antonio Minino for several years, so it's with great pleasure that we finally get the chance to sit down and talk about …

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 12:46PM

There's Nothing You Can Do That Can't Be Done! Love, Love, Love Opens Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

Beatlemania is back, and we're all for it! The Michael Mayer-helmed Love, Love, Love opened at the Laura Pels Theatre on October 19. Be sure to catch Mike Bartlett's play through Dec…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:44PM

Chicago's Veronica Dunne on Who She's 'Dying to Play' in Wicked, Crying at Puppy Commercials & More by Broadway.com

Age: 21 Hometown: Malibu, CA Current Role: Veronica Dunne takes on the superbly dancey role of leading diva Roxie Hart, a merry murderess turned famous femme fatale, in Broadway's…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:44PM

Best in Shows @ 54 Below by Barry

Farah Alvin, Roger Bart, Haven Burton, Eden Espinosa, Capathia Jenkins,  Andy Karl, Orfeh, Gabriella Pizzolo, Keala Settle, Margo Seibert, Rob McClure (Chaplin), Charles Strou…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 12:28PM

Theatre News: Miss Saigon sets UK box office record

The cinema release recorded the biggest ever debut for a screening of its kind

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:27PM

Features: Let's Talk About Sets: Simon Scullion on Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The designer explains how he designed Mischief Theatre's hit comedy

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:27PM

Review: Review: The Pearl Fishers (London Coliseum)

A night of nonsense with some great tunes: ENO grants a second revival to Bizet's opera

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:27PM

Mimi Lien, Ann Roth, and More Will Be Honored at Hewes Design Awards by Olivia Clement

The recipients have been announced for the 52nd annual Henry Hewes Design Awards, which will be presented in New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:25PM

INTERVIEW: Spotlight On… Magnificence writer Howard Brenton by Helen McWilliams

Amongst young leftwing activists in the early 1970s a debate was raging. It was about ‘direct action’: you say you are for revolutionary change but that’s just words, what are you prep…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:21PM

Watch Waitress and Wicked Stars Unite for “We Believe in Love” Music Video by Adam Hetrick

The new song from Jacob Yandura and Rebekah Greer Melocik was written in response to the shooting at Pulse nightclub.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:19PM

'Hamilton's America' weaves history and music

Director Alex Horwitz chronicled the Broadway super-smash from its inception.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 12:15PM

BWW TV: MSG Kicks Off The?Reindeer?Games with Kids from Garden of Dreams Foundation! by BroadwayWorld TV

Earlier this week, New York Lifekicked-off TheReindeerGames,in celebration ofRudolphTheRed-NosedReindeer The Musical,taking flight for the first time in New York City at The Theater at Madis…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:14PM

In 'Mama's Boy' at George Street Playhouse, Oswald's mother takes center stage by Natalie Pompilio | For Nj Advance Media

George Street Playhouse explores the relationship between Lee Harvey Oswald and his mother in "Mama's Boy" starring Betsy Aidem

SOURCE: NJ.com at 12:04PM

Jason Alexander and Justin Bartha Lead Windfall Reading by Adam Hetrick

The new comedy will receive an October 21 New York City industry reading.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

Take a walk through the 'Undreamed Shores' of Navy Pier by Chris Jones

If you are alone with a pair of headphones and your own neuroses, can you really be at a show? Sure you can. Especially if you believe — like me — that one of the primary duties of the t…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 12:00PM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of LOVE, LOVE, LOVE by Walter McBride

Roundabout Theatre Company presents the new play Love, Love Love, directed byMichael Mayer, which opened officially last night, October 19, 2016 at theLaura PelsTheatre at the Harold and Mir…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Tony Nominee and Triple Threat Tony Yazbeck to Play Bay Area Cabaret This December by BroadwayWorld

Bay Area Cabaret continues to present Bay Area audiences with debut performances by Broadway's top talent. Following its Opening Night with Kelli O'Hara and two sold-out shows by Tony-winnin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Review Roundup: Mike Bartlett's LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Opens Off-Broadway by Review Roundups

Roundabout Theatre CompanypresentsMike Bartlett'snew play,Love, Love Love,directed byMichael Mayer, featuringRichard Armitage,Alex Hurt,Zoe Kazan,Ben RosenfieldandAmy Ryan.Love, Love, Loveop…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

SHUFFLE ALONG, JOHN and DEAR EVAN HANSEN Artists Top 2016 Hewes Theater Design Awards by BroadwayWorld

Four theater artists will be honored by the Henry Hewes Design Awards Committee during the presentation of its 2016 Awards in a luncheon ceremony to be held November 7, 2016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

‘Hamilton’s America’ tells story of a great American and a great musical by Peter Marks

The documentary by Alex Horwitz, a Maryland native and friend of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s, airs on PBS.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:54AM

Offscript: Electoral Angst With Lynn Nottage by American Theatre Editors

On this week's podcast, Lynn Nottage discusses the presidential election and her new play 'Sweat.' Plus the editors discuss 'Hamilton's America' and 'A 24-Decade History of Popular Music.'

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:53AM

The Imaginary Invalid by Steven Morris

The Imaginary InvalidReviewed by Vanessa Cate A Noise Within Through November 19 RECOMMENDEDMoliere’s classic farce The Imaginary Invalid has been produced so many times since its inceptio…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 11:51AM

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Announces 2017 Summer Season by American Theatre Editors

The company sets Shakespearean fare, timeless mysteries, and classic musicals for the summer.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:45AM

Review: Blue Heart, Orange Tree Theatre by Fergus Morgan

It’s probably a good idea to have a coffee or three before seeing David Mercatali’s revival of Blue Heart, Caryl Churchill’s 1997 double-bill of tongue-twisting, head-spinning wordplay…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 11:42AM

Review: Poker Face, King’s Head Theatre by Fred Maynard

Václav Havel was probably the most powerful playwright who ever lived, having the distinction of being the first President of the Czech Republic as well as a heroic dissident and author of …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 11:42AM

Double Dollys: Donna Murphy Will Share the Title Role in Hello, Dolly! with Bette Midler by Ryan McPhee

Two-time Tony winner Donna Murphy will descend down the iconic staircase of Hello, Dolly! on select nights of the highly-anticipated Broadway revival. Bette Midler is still scheduled to play…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:42AM

The Turn of the Screw by Steven Morris

The Turn of the ScrewReviewed by Neal WeaverThe Actors Co-opThrough November 20 RECOMMENDEDNovelist Henry James was a master of ambiguity, and nowhere was he more ambiguous than in the long …

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 11:38AM

Miss Saigon cinema screenings set new box office record by Matthew Hemley

Miss Saigon has set a new record for an event cinema release, with recent screenings taking £2.03 million at the box office.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:24AM

£6.3m ACE cash pumped into areas with low cultural engagement by David Hutchison

Seven areas with low cultural engagement have received a share of £6.3 million to encourage people to get involved with the arts.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:23AM

Broadway star Audra McDonald gives birth to baby daughter

NEW YORK (AP) - Broadway stars Audra McDonald and Will Swenson have announced the birth of their baby girl, saying, "Our hearts are bursting."

SOURCE: Philly.com at 11:23AM

HAPPY HOUR – Liverpool by Vicky Anderson

Happy Hour is the seventh show from Liverpool-based physical theatre company Tmesis, and continues in the vein of 2015’s That’s Amore – four performers on a wry, sideways rollercoaster…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:15AM

Show Time: Go Green for Halloween with this Makeup Tutorial for Elphaba from ‘Wicked’ by Mfoss

The leaves have begun to change color. The aroma of apple cider now wafts through your office cubicle. The term PSL is no longer irrelevant. Autumn has fallen. In other words, Halloween is n…

SOURCE: NewYork.com at 11:15AM

New £37m Chester venue to launch with 26-strong rep company by Matthew Hemley

Chester’s new £37 million arts venue Storyhouse will open in May next year, featuring a company of 26 actors who will perform

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:15AM

INTERVIEW WITH ACTOR CORBIN BLEU by Ted Sod

Ted Sod: Why did you choose to do the stage musical adaptation of Holiday Inn and the role of Ted Hanover? Corbin Bleu: I have always been a fan of traditional musical theatre and Irving B…

SOURCE: blog.roundabouttheatre.org at 11:14AM

Update: Roundabout Clarifies Purpose of Michael Kors and Lance Le Pere Gift by Olivia Clement

The theatre has issued a statement clarifying that the $1.5 million gift will not exclusively go towards the construction of a VIP lounge.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

A Pacifist’s Guide to the War on Cancer, National Theatre, London — review

Performance artist Bryony Kimmings’ musical is aimed at breaking down taboos

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:11AM

Fire in the Ballroom, Peacock Theatre, London — review

A crowd-pleasing ballroom dancing extravaganza from Burn the Floor

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:10AM

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'P is for Pancake' Episode of YOUNGER by TV News Desk

On the next episode of YOUNGER on TV Land titled ''P is for Pancake', Kelsey dates a seemingly perfect guy, but Liza and Lauren are concerned andJosh puts his relationship with Liza under th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:09AM

Akram Khan: Culture must fight ‘echoes’ of history by Georgia Snow

Choreographer Akram Khan has issued a rallying call to use dance to combat a world consumed with “fear” and “separation”. Khan, who

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:08AM

Lillias White, Mark Jacoby, Crista Moore Set for Free Broadway's Future NYC Concert by Andrew Gans

The evening will celebrate the songs of Eileen Bluestone Sherman and Gail Bluestone.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:08AM

Blue Heart, Orange Tree, Richmond, UK — review

Caryl Churchill’s two playlets combine absurdism with social critique

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:05AM

The revival of The Front Page revives the deadline.

Charles Isherwood jinxed it. During my podcast with The New York Times Critic, I asked him whether he thought we would ever go back to the good ol’ days when Critics actually reviewe…

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

Dance Theatre of Harlem, “Edge to Edge” and more things to see and do this week, October 21-28 by Andrew Alexander

Every week we're striving to help you get the most out of our city by helping you plan the week ahead. For more events happening in Atlanta, check out our calendar page.

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 11:00AM

Theater News: Hello, Dolly! Revival to Welcome Donna Murphy to Broadway Company

The two-time Tony winner returns to the Great White Way.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Art of the land with cows

The California Agriculture Museum complements its exhibits of tractors and farm artifacts with a look at pastoral life through a curated exhibit of art depicting landscapes and cows from Spa…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 11:00AM

Video Flash: Nick Blaemire, Ciara Renée, and George Salazar Sing Music of Jonathan Larson

Check out footage from the Keen Company revival of Tick, Tick... BOOM!

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Photo Flash: Sarah Paulson and More See Richard Armitage and Amy Ryan in Love, Love, Love

Mike Bartlett's new play celebrated its opening night.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Broadway Smash ‘Hamilton’ Opens in Chicago by Digger999999999

They did not throw away their shot. Given the chance to create an entirely new version of “Hamilton” for Chicago, the show’s creative team assembled an impressive array of performers w…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:59AM

Actors Exit Chicago’s Famed Second City Amidst “Trump-Emboldened” Audiences by Ruthie Fierberg

From racist comments to violent behavior, these actors said enough is enough.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:51AM

BWW Exclusive: Counting Down to Jennifer Ashley Tepper's THE UNTOLD STORIES OF BROADWAY, VOLUME 3 - The Belasco Theatre by Jennifer Ashley Tepper

Have you ever wanted to spend time with Stephen Sondheim in the lobby during one of his shows Did you know that Patti LuPone once had a Broadway ghostly encounter Have you wondered what it w…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:50AM

Broadway Weekly Buying Guide, Powered by SeatGeek: October 20, 2016 by BroadwayWorld

Looking to buy last minute tickets to a Broadway show Don't know what to see Trying to find a theater

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:50AM

Broadway-Aimed THE BOOK OF MERMAN Sets Cast for Industry Reading, Including Carolee Carmello and Mox Von Essen! by BroadwayWorld

An Equity staged reading of The Book Of Merman, a new play with music tracing the ups and downs of the famed Broadway star affectionately known as the Merm, is currently rehearsing for priva…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:50AM

Hello, Donna! Donna Murphy to Play Dolly Levi Once a Week in HELLO, DOLLY? by Rialto Chatter

Hello, Donna According to the Huffington Post, Donna Murphy will act as the Dolly Levi alternate for the much-anticipated revival of Hello, Dolly. Murphy will play the matchmaker every Tuesd…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:50AM

Congratulations! Audra McDonald & Will Swenson Welcome Baby Girl! by BroadwayWorld

Six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald turned to Twitter today to announce that she and husband, Tony nominee Will Swenson have welcomedSally James McDonald-Swenson, born last night at 1116pm.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:50AM

Broadway icon Audra McDonald welcomes daughter at 46

Tony winner tweets the arrival of Sally James McDonald-Swenson.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 10:47AM

Carolee Carmello and Max Von Essen Star in Book of Merman Reading by Andrew Gans

The new play with music concerns the life of the late musical theatre star Ethel Merman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:46AM

What Do Critics Think of Love, Love, Love? by Olivia Clement

The dark comedy from King Charles III playwright Mike Bartlett has opened Off-Broadway at the Roundabout Theatre Company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Photos: Love, Love, Love Opens Off-Broadway by Hannah Vine

The Roundabout Theatre Company production, penned by King Charles III playwright Mike Bartlett, officially opened October 19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:41AM

Everything Changes: Keala Settle Leaves Cast of Waitress by Robert Viagas

The Tony-nominated actress is the third principal to leave the Tony-nominated musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:39AM

Review: The Red Barn, National Theatre by Franciska Éry

The Red Barn is David Hare’s new play based on Georges Simenon’s novel La Main, a story of crime, jealousy and desire. We are in Connecticut in 1969, and a snow storm is raging o…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 10:39AM

Slow Burn’s Hunchback Sets Another Benchmark Of Growth by Bill Hirschman

Slow Burn Theatre Company’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame staged on a relatively epic scale underscores another benchmark of growth for the once modest company that has solidly arrived as a …

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 10:39AM

Hot Clip of the Day: The Australian Cast of Rocky Horror Rocks Out with "Hot Patootie"

Cutest Eddie/Columbia couple goes to the Australian cast of Rocky Horror.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 10:37AM

Richard Greenberg: Alone With His Thoughts by American Theatre Editors

The playwright's new nonfiction collection offers a grab bag of alternately brilliant and brittle asides.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:37AM

Audra McDonald & Will Swenson Welcome Baby Girl: 'Our Hearts are Bursting' by Broadway.com

The new addition to Eggfartopia has arrived! Six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald and her hubby Will Swenson have welcomed a baby girl to their family. Named Sally James McDonald-Swenson, she…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:35AM

Broadway star Audra McDonald gives birth to baby daughter by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Broadway stars Audra McDonald and Will Swenson have announced the birth of their baby girl, saying, "Our hearts are bursting."...

SOURCE: Associated Press at 10:34AM

Drama Desk Mingle by Barry

The Drama Desk and their President, Charles Wright, hosted a “Members Mingle” Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2016  at the Episcopal Actors' Guild Hall on East 29th Street where Drama Desk memb…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 10:29AM

POSSIBILITIES – Theatre N16 by Laura Kressly

What if your life has endless parallel possibilities? What if Sliding Doors is true? What if every choice you make leads to your timeline fracturing into endless paths that just keeps multip…

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Therapy Becomes Theater in ‘Wilderness’ by Laura Collins-Hughes

The new multimedia piece, at the Abrons Arts Center, was based on the producer Anne Hamburger’s experience with placing her son in wilderness therapy.

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NEWS: Cast announced for UK premiere of LUV, Q&A on 15 Dec by Press Releases

Buckland Theatre Company has announced casting for LUV, the company’s second production at PARK90 at Park Theatre. Directed by Gary Condes, Nick Barber will play Milt, Elsie Bennett will p…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:21AM

San Francisco’s Curran Celebrates GLAAD Sprit Day with ‘Ring of Keys’ Video by Matthew Wexler

In celebration and support of GLAAD and ‘Spirit Day’ (October 20), the Curran had released a music video of the song “Ring of Keys,” from the Tony Award-winning musical Fun…

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Donna Murphy Will Play Matchmaker Once a Week in Broadway’s Hello, Dolly! by Adam Hetrick

Two-time Tony Award winner Donna Murphy will sub for Bette Midler one performance each week in the Broadway revival.

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Competition: Win tickets to see Feathers at the Hen and Chickens Theatre, London by The Stage

Who is more trustworthy than a sister? Sex, lies and black comedy permeate this modern reworking of Ovid’s myth of Tereus, Procne

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Gotham Awards Nominations: ‘Manchester by the Sea’ Leads With Four by Gordon Cox

Kenneth Lonergan’s “Manchester by the Sea” topped the nominations for the 2016 Gotham Awards, the indie-centric trophies handed out annually by the Independent Filmmaker Pr…

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THIRTEEN to Air Award-Winning London Production of GYPSY, Starring Imelda Staunton, 11/11 by TV News Desk

Jonathan Kent's award-winning production of the classic musical GYPSY - a record-breaking sellout during its acclaimed London run - comes toTHIRTEEN's Great Performances, Friday, November 11…

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Review Round-Ups: Did the critics go to war on A Pacifist's Guide...?

Bryony Kimmings' musical about cancer opened at the National last night

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Theatre News: Exclusive: Charlie Condou to star in The Crucible

The Coronation Street actor will appear in the UK tour

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The Verdict: Hamilton in Chicago by Ruthie Fierberg

Critics weigh in on the Midwest iteration of the smash Broadway hit.

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Globe announces 'Grinch' cast by James Hebert

It’ll be a green-peat at the Globe: The theater has just confirmed that J. Bernard Calloway will again play the lead role in the holiday favorite “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Chris…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 10:00AM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Audra McDonald and Will Swenson Welcome a Baby Girl by Andrew Gans

This is the first child together for the Broadway stars.

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New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Will Celebrate New York & London Theatre in CURTAIN UP Exhibition by BroadwayWorld

New York's Broadway and London's West End have long been the biggest destinations for live theater, and now, a new exhibition opening at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts h…

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Photo Coverage: LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, with Richard Armitage and Amy Ryan, Takes Opening Night Bows! by Walter McBride

Roundabout Theatre Company presents the new play Love, Love Love, directed byMichael Mayer, which openedofficially last night,October 19, 2016 at theLaura PelsTheatre at the Harold and Miria…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:52AM

Marching band competition showcases best of the region by Valerie Schremp Hahn St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Bands from 65 high schools in several states will compete over two days for a place in the finals in Indianapolis.

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May Adrales on Vietgone by Victoria Myers

We talk to director May Adrales about "Vietgone" at Manhattan Theatre Club. We sat down with her to discuss her process for creating the world of the play, figuring out the tone, new play d…

SOURCE: The Interval at 09:50AM

Jazz Review: Danilo Pérez & Jazz 100 at Sanders Theater — Surprise after Surprise by Steve Elman

With an artist as focused and sharp as Danilo Pérez as its musical director, Jazz 100 makes you sit up straight and hang on every note.

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GRACE NOTES: Thursday, October 20, 2016 by Susan Grace

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THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION – Touring by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

In the safe hands of the close-knit cast this iconic story played out beautifully. The cast worked well together and the camaraderie between the inmates was both beautiful to watch and extre…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:20AM

Yvette Chauviré obituary by Judith Cruickshank

Star ballerina with a brilliant classical technique renowned for her performances of GiselleTwo quite remarkable ballerinas emerged from France in the 20th century. The latter years were dom…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:18AM

An Interview with Martha Stuckey: A Debut Album Launch for Red 40 & the Last Groovement in Philadelphia by Deb Miller

Fresh out of the recording studio, Red 40 & the Last Groovement is getting ready for the release of their debut album, She’s Keen to Feed, with a launch party concert at FringeArts on …

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NorthJersey.com Review: "Heisenberg" by Joseph Cervelli

A chance meeting developing into something much more. Review appears in Gannett Community Newspapers.

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Why Lady Gaga Needs to Stop Living for the Applause by Dan Weiss, Dan Weiss

Lady Gaga’s new album "Joanne" arrives this week with far more in common with artists chasing the zeitgeist rather than those creating it.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 09:00AM

Ruhrtrienniale, Germany: Performances flourish in post-industrial splendour by Andrzej Lukowski

Germany’s Ruhr region is a prosaic, post-industrial sprawl that is probably considerably more representative of the country as a whole than, say,

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International news round-up: October 20 by The Stage

Festival opens JAPAN/TOKYO Festival/Tokyo has kicked off its two-month theatre season with events centred around Ikebukuro Station. The F/T Main Programme features 16

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Bryony Kimmings: ‘I didn’t know anything about musicals but I love fannying about’ by Mark Shenton

The times they are a-changing at the National Theatre. This week, playwright David Hare’s new play, The Red Barn, premiered in the

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Livestreaming Marie Chauvet/Haiti: Chauvet's Theatres of Revolt—The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center—New York City—Mon, Oct 24 by [email protected] (thea)

By HowlRound TV. The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center presents Marie Chauvet/Haiti: Chauvet's Theatres of Revolt , livestreaming on the global, commons-based peer-produced HowlRound TV network…

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Have a Drink with Amy Ryan in Acidic 'Love, Love, Love' by Robert Kahn

Mike Bartlett's clever dark comedy introduces us to a pair of boomers who have babies of their own. An easy-to-appreciate rumination on selfishness, responsibility and luck.

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Theatre Odyssey to Host Evening with Three-Time Tony Nominee Arthur Kopit 10/30 by BroadwayWorld

Join the Theatre Odyssey family for a delectable dinner onSunday, October 30, 2016at Sarasota's iconic Michael's On East. Enjoy cocktails open bar and hors d'oeuvres from5-6pm, with dinner s…

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Holiday Inn by Carey

It’s early in the year to blame a weight gain on the holidays, but after seeing Holiday Inn, the new Irving Berlin musical at Studio 54, I was afraid to step on the scale for fear some of …

SOURCE: Carey Purcell at 08:14AM

Ragtime review – kaleidoscopic musical sings the making of modern America by Lyn Gardner

Charing Cross theatre, LondonHenry Ford and Harry Houdini pop up in this rose-tinted show based on EL Doctorow’s novel and directed by Thom SoutherlandTerrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty an…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:03AM

A Pacifist's Guide to the War on Cancer review – bold musical demystifies the disease by Michael Billington

Dorfman, LondonBryony Kimmings, Brian Lobel and Tom Parkinson have created an ebullient show that follows the stories of a group of cancer patientsA musical about cancer? I see no reason why…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:03AM

Benedict Cumberbatch webchat – post your questions now by Guardian Staff

The Doctor Strange and Sherlock star is joining us to answer your questions in a live webchat on Monday 24 October – post them in the comments belowWith his public school tones, quite prep…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:03AM

Matt Forde review – lively mickey-take of Brexit-era omnishambles by Brian Logan

Soho theatre, LondonIf the style is unadventurous, there are still plenty of good jokes as Forde scours the aftermath of the EU referendumBrexit comedy shows are coming thick and fast, and t…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:03AM

MOBY DICK – Union Theatre by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

Just as pantomimes don’t bother sticking to the original fairytales they’re based on, this production of the American classic is presented as an amateur musical send up of a psychologica…

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Come to KAT’s ‘Cabaret’: Part 5: Meet Liz Weber by Joel Markowitz

In Part 5 of a series of interviews with the cast of Kensington Arts Theatre’s (KAT) Cabaret, meet Liz Weber. Where have local theatergoers seen you perform before on our local stages? Wh…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:00AM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Live Stream Bon Jovi's First-Ever Broadway Performance at the Barrymore Tonight! by BroadwayWorld

The final TIDAL X Bon Jovi live listening party before the release of GRAMMY-winning rock icon Bon Jovi's 14th studio albumTHIS HOUSE IS NOT FOR SALE on November 4via IslandUMG will take pla…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:54AM

Review Roundup: HAMILTON Opens in Chicago! by Review Roundups

HAMILTON just opened at The PrivateBank Theatre in Chicago 18 W. Monroe, and is currently booked through September 2017.

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Review: Love, Love, Love at curtainup.com/ by Elyse Sommer

Brtish playwright Mike Bartlett's latest play gets a well cast, smoothly directed American production

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Broadway AM Report, 10/20/2016 - THE FRONT PAGE, TICK, TICK...BOOM!, ROCKY HORROR and More! by Jessica Khan

Today's big news The antici.pation is over - ROCKY HORROR airs tonight on FOX, TICK, TICK...BOOM officially returns to NYC, and THE FRONT PAGE opens on Broadway

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BWW's On This Day - October 20, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on October 20 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

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Podcast: What's top of Emma Hatton & Anna-Jane Casey's dream-role wishlist?

Faves founder Terri Paddock had the pleasure of interviewing two leading lady #StageFaves - Emma Hatton and Anna-Jane Casey - as part of Mark Shenton's weekly West End chat show at legendary…

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Emma Rice speaks out against sexist criticism by David Hutchison

Shakespeare’s Globe artistic director Emma Rice has highlighted the loaded criticisms she has faced running a major theatre as a woman. She

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:32AM

THE RED BARN – National Theatre by Aleks Sierz

David Hare’s latest is a superb adaptation of a Simenon thriller that is set in the United States.

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George Szell’s part-timers by Terry Teachout

In today’s Wall Street Journal “Sightings” column I look at the current rash of symphony-orchestra strikes, and offer a historical perspective. Here’s an excerpt. * * * Two American …

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:30AM

Film review: I, Daniel Blake — ‘Nostalgia’

The tale of a life crushed by economic circumstances is quintessential Ken Loach

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Film review: Jack Reacher: Never Go Back — ‘Stale’

Tom Cruise stars as the maverick war veteran in this weary sequel

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Film review — Sonita: ‘Stark’

A documentary from Iran that intriguingly influences the life of its subject

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Film review — Queen of Katwe: ‘Eye-popping’

Mira Nair’s story of a chess prodigy in a Ugandan slum is vividly directed

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Next generation of arts leaders come together for youth theatre conference by Matthew Hemley

Mischief Theatre founders Jonathan Sayer and Henry Lewis are to give a keynote address at a conference aimed at the next generation

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Almanac: Bertrand Russell on science and imagination by Terry Teachout

“Science may set limits to knowledge, but should not set limits to imagination.” Bertrand Russell, A History of Western Philosophy

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Halloween, Witchcraft And Stephen King Talks At Area Libraries by Carole Goldberg

Halloween is nearly here, and several events will feature local authors who write tales and poems ranging from the spooky to the downright horrifying. Simsbury Public Library will host a fre…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:00AM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Salisbury Playhouse negotiates new partnerships with aim of making ‘ambitious’ ACE funding bid by Georgia Snow

Salisbury Playhouse is teaming up with two other arts organisations in the city to consider a joint bid to Arts Council England

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Judi Dench and Sonia Friedman share memories of Central for new book by Matthew Hemley

Judi Dench, Sonia Friedman and Zoe Wanamaker are among more than 120 Royal Central School of Speech and Drama alumni who have

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Theatre News: Casting for Tara Arts' Bollywood Jack announced

It will be the first Christmas show at the company's new space

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:52AM

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Ragtime at Charing Cross Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Thom Southerland directs this new production of the Tony Award-winning musical Ragtime, which runs at Charing Cross Theatre until 10 December 2016. But does it still fit with the times or is…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:44AM

Photo Flash: Motown Legend The Hightops' Duke Fakir Meets MOTOWN THE MUSICAL's West End Cast by BroadwayWorld

Last night 19 October 2016,Duke Fakir, the last remaining original member of legendary Motown groupThe Four Tops, attended the performance ofMotown the Musicalat the Shaftesbury Theatreand j…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:33AM

INTERVIEW: Spotlight On… Cast & creatives of The House Of Usher by Helen McWilliams

The piece is a musical reworking of a classic Gothic short story from one of the genre’s masters. With that in mind, it’s no wonder that my character is a classic Gothic trope, the namel…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:05AM

Albert Einstein is discovered by pop culture — again by Joe Dziemianowicz

The egghead is relatively everywhere.

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Thursday, October 20, 2016 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Andy Karl Confirmed for “Groundhog Day,” Jordan Fisher Joins “Hamilton,” Riedel Writes About “Great Comet” War “Today on Broadway” is …

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Yvette Chauviré, French prima ballerina, dies aged 99 at home in Paris by Kim Willsher In Paris

Child prodigy who danced with legends including Rudolf Nureyev regarded as one of France’s greatest ever classical dancers Yvette Chauviré, a grande dame of French ballet, has died at the…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:52AM

Arts Council England releases report on state of British theatre by Lyn Gardner

ACE has published a survey of the nation’s theatregoing and theatre-making, with proposals including investing in three regional arts hubsArts Council England (ACE)’s new theatre report,…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:52AM

Mid-scale touring ‘near-unaffordable’, claims major Arts Council theatre report by David Hutchison

Mid-scale touring has become “near-unaffordable” for theatres and producers, according to a major new Arts Council England report. The Analysis of Theatre

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NEWS: Arlene Phillips makes panto debut at New Wimbledon Theatre by Emma Clarendon

The renowned choreographer will make her debut in the New Wimbledon Theatre’s Christmas pantomime as Fairy Bowbells in Dick Whittington. Arlene Phillips joins the cast which includes Matth…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:25AM

On the Couch with Sanné Mestrom by Arts Review

Who is Sanné Mestrom? An artist. I have a sculptural practice which draws on twentieth century iconic Modernist works to explore the psychological, emotional and cultural significance atta…

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A PACIFIST’S GUIDE TO THE WAR ON CANCER – National Theatre by Ian Foster

A musical about cancer? As unlikely as it might seem, A Pacifist's Guide To The War On Cancer isn't even the first one that I've seen. That dubious honour goes to Happy Ending, one of the mo…

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Ken Stott: ‘Actors can’t make a living from theatre anymore. It’s chilling’ by Mark Shenton

When I go to meet Ken Stott at London’s Duke of York’s Theatre, he’s like a touring actor arriving at the stage

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The Editor’s View: It’s time to tackle theatre’s unknowns by Alistair Smith

English theatre is in a pretty healthy state. That’s the overriding theme to come out of the Arts Council’s report into the

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Ali FitzGibbon: Fair trade is a model theatre should adopt by Ali Fitzgibbon

There is a phrase many Irish people like me use. “In fairness”, we say, raising our hands, shrugging shoulders. With nothing more

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Review: A Pacifist's Guide to the War on Cancer (Dorfman, National Theatre)

Bryony Kimmings collaborates with Complicite on a musical about the realities of cancer

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Review: Review: The Wind in the Willows (Theatre Royal Plymouth)

Rufus Hound leads the cast as Toad in this new adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's novel

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Mack and Mabel Cast Announced by Arts Review

Working Management in association with Hayes Theatre Co has announced the cast of its upcoming production of Mack and Mabel, which will play a strictly limited season at Hayes Theatre Co f…

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MOBY DICK – Union Theatre by Ian Foster

Moby Dick's conceit is that it is a show-within-a-show, the students and staff of St Godley's Academy for Girls putting on a performance in order to save their school, and what a frantically…

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INTERVIEW: Mark Brailsford on Staging Shakespeare’s Stories by Laura Kressly

The BSC’s ethos takes a character-led approach inspired by Ron Moody and Stephen Berkoff. The company’s aims are to bring individual, characterful actors to the classics in the style of …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 04:00AM
Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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SUNSHINE ON LEITH – Edinburgh by Thom Dibdin

Sunny intervals: Tuneful and committed, Allegro’s production of Sunshine on Leith at the Church Hill is almost torpedoed by some peculiar staging choices.

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New categories announced as nominations open for The Stage Awards 2017 by Matthew Hemley

Nominations have opened for The Stage Awards 2017, which this year includes new categories honouring innovation and sustainability. Recognising achievements across the

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Theresa Ikoko among winners of Channel 4 Playwrights’ Scheme by Matthew Hemley

Theresa Ikoko is one of five winners of this year’s Channel 4 Playwrights’ Scheme. The initiative, formerly known as the Pearson Playwrights’

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Theater openings for Oct. 21-27

Friday "The Multitudes": In a post-Brexit world, a family battles over their British identity in this Rasaka and Vitalist Theatre collaboration. Through Nov 13 at Victory Gardens Theater, 24…

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Melbourne Festival: Lady Eats Apple by Anne-Marie Peard

I’m still thinking about Back to Back Theatre’s Lady Meets Apple. I want to talk about it, but want to hold it safe and close so that its meaning stays between the performers and me. …

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BWW Recap: R is For Rory on Twisty AMERICAN HORROR STORY by Jessica Naftaly

All is finally revealed on the sixth episode of AMERICAN HORROR STORY Season 6 and it's safe to say, most of us aren't surprised. The big twist that creator Ryan Murphy is finally out and wh…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:12AM

Richard Jordan: Never mind premium seats, ticket reselling is the real threat to theatre by Richard Jordan

The recent Mrs Brown’s Boys ticket scam at Birmingham’s Windsor Theatre highlights the vulnerability of audiences as more of our ticketing industry

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Mark Shenton: Should theatre be made more cinematic? by Mark Shenton

No one is a blank slate: all artists beg, steal or borrow. But it is only the great artists who repackage it

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Matt Trueman: We need new theatres, even if the old ones aren’t full by Matt Trueman

London had 241 theatres in 2014 – a total capacity of 110,000 seats. It’s getting lots more. Some permanent, some temporary. Some

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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How 'Hamilton's America' could make us feel better about the America we're living in

Couldn't score (or afford) tickets to Broadway's Hamilton before the original cast started leaving? Join the club. PBS ushers us past the ticket booths on Friday, when it kicks off its eight…

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'La La Land' opens Philly film fest with joyous song-and-dance love story

What would the world be like if everyone, every now and then, just broke into song? Trapped in bumper-to-bumper traffic? Climb out of the car, kick up your heels, belt out a tune.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 01:33AM

Sell/Buy/Date

Sell/Buy/Date Off Broadway, MTC at New York City Center Reviewed by Eleanor J. Bader BOTTOM LINE: An extremely funny, politically pointed vision of a future in which sex work has been repl…

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How we made: The Rocky Horror Picture Show by Interviews By Kate Abbott

Writer and actor Richard O'Brien and composer Richard Hartley remember how three weeks at the Royal Court turned into a gender-bending 20th Century Fox extravaganzaI'd been in Jesus Christ S…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:21AM

Broadway crash landing for Katharine Hepburn: archive, 20 October 1952 by From Our Own Correspondent

20 October 1952: The Hollywood legend’s performance on stage in The Millionairess does not impress the criticsNEW YORK, October 18.Miss Katharine Hepburn crashed on to Broadway last night …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:21AM

Above-the-Fold Fancy! Happy Opening to Nathan Lane, John Slattery, John Goodman & the Starry Cast of The Front Page by Broadway.com

They'll be making headlines in the morning! The Front Page officially opens on October 20 at the Broadhurst Theatre. The Jack O'Brien-helmed revival of Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthu…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:16AM

Lyra Theater's Election-Year Satire THE RESISTIBLE RISE OF ARTURO UI Begins Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Lyra Theater presents the U.S. Premiere of Jennifer Wise's translation of The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui in 1941 by German playwright Bertolt Brecht.

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Katy Perry's Sitar Player Stars in San Diego REP's DISGRACED, Starting Tonight by BroadwayWorld

San Diego Repertory Theatre San Diego REP has announced final casting for their upcoming production of 'Disgraced,' the 2013 Pulitzer Prize-winning drama by Ayad Akhtar.

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Bon Jovi Plays First-Ever Broadway Show Tonight at the Barrymore by BroadwayWorld

The final TIDAL X Bon Jovi live listening party before the release of GRAMMY-winning rock icon Bon Jovi's 14th studio album THIS HOUSE IS NOT FOR SALE on November 4 via IslandUMG will take p…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:16AM

Judith Light-Led ALL THE WAYS TO SAY I LOVE YOU Filmed Tonight Off-Broadway by BroadwayWorld

MCC Theater'sAll the Ways to Say I Love You will be filmed for the New York Public Library's Theatre on Film and Tape Archive TOFT to be preserved for the archives at Lincoln Center. The fil…

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New Stars Join PHANTOM OF THE OPERA on Tour Tonight in Fort Worth by BroadwayWorld

Cameron Mackintosh and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group welcomeDerrick Davis, Jordan Craig, Trista Moldovan and Emily Ramireztothe principal cast of the spectacular new production o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:16AM

ROCK OF AGES Reunion Takes Over Tonight's BROADWAY SESSIONS by BroadwayWorld

Tonight, October 20th, Broadway Sessions offers a double rockin' bill and will reunite cast members from multiple companies of Rock of Ages as well as view The Rocky Horror Picture Show on F…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:16AM

Michael Urie and Robin De Jesus Star in HOMOS, OR EVERYONE IN AMERICA, Premiering Tonight Off-Broadway by BroadwayWorld

LAByrinth Theater Company presents the world premiere of Homos, Or Everyone in American tonight, October 20, throughNovember 27 by Jordan Seavey. Homos, Or Everyone in American, directed by …

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TICK, TICK... BOOM! Opens with a Bang Tonight Off-Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Keen Company's production ofJonathan Larson's Tick, Tick...BOOM openstonight, October 20.

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NewFest Honors Tituss Burgess with First Voice & Visibility Award Tonight by TV News Desk

NewFest - the Film and Media Arts organization that will present its annual festival of LGBT cinema from tonight, October 20, to October 25 in partnership with Outfest and sponsored by HBO -…

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Theater News: The Front Page Returns to Broadway

Nathan Lane, John Slattery, and John Goodman star in the revival.

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TV News: The Rocky Horror Picture Show Set to Air on Fox

TV audiences will be doing the Time Warp from the comfort of home tonight.

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Interviews: Mendel to Mendel: Brandon Uranowitz and Chip Zien on the Thrill of Falsettos

A leading player of this new Broadway revival sits with a star from the original production for a walk down memory lane.

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Live DJ Demo with Kungs by Young Hollywood

Live DJ Demo with Kungs The YH Studio welcomes French DJ Kungs, who talks with us about his hit track "This Girl" and how he first got started in the DJ'ing game! We also take a look at some…

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Thursday, October 20, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Cher on Cher: 'I'm Not a Cher Fan' by Karen Brill

In among the most cutting words said to a Cher since "virgin who can't drive," Wednesday's Today Show featured a guest with some critical takes on Cher, and that guest was Cher. As…

SOURCE: Vulture at 12:40AM

Review: 'Hamilton' makes the most of its Chicago shot by Chris Jones

On a night when the Chicago Cubs shook off their doubts and oppressors and hit their way back into contention, the most profound theatrical experience in a generation — a vibrant celebrati…

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Stage Checklist: Navaratri Festival, 'Unnecessary Farce,' Political Satires by Christopher Arnott

The annual Navaratri Festival of Indian music and dance at the Wesleyan Center for the Arts is marking its 40th anniversary by acknowledging the 50th anniversary of special Indian-themed art…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

Schools of the Stars: Where The Front Page Cast and Creators Went to College by Sarah Jane Arnegger

Where the full cast and creative team of the Broadway revival of The Front Page pursued their college studies.

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Another Adaptation of The Cherry Orchard Begins Tonight in NYC by Michael Gioia

Titled The Orchard, this production is adapted by Sean B. Leo.

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Tom Viola On Living with Elder Price and Celie by Andrew Gans

The Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS executive director, who will be honored this weekend, opens up about his beloved dogs, both past and present.

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Tick, Tick…Boom! Opens Tonight by Olivia Clement

Jonathan Larson’s autobiographical musical returns Off-Broadway with George Salazar, Ciara Renée, and Nick Blaemire.

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Caitlin Houlahan Makes Broadway Debut in Waitress Tonight by Robert Viagas

She played Jane in TV's Peter Pan Live!

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Relive BroadwayCon’s Best Moments With the Latest Playbill Mixtape by Ruthie Fierberg

With only 99 days to go until BroadwayCon 2.0, this playlist features artists from the inaugural event and performers we can’t wait to see at the 2017 convention.

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Stage preview: PMT opens 25th year with 'Jekyll & Hyde' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Jennifer Lybarger has been a part of Pittsburgh Musical Theater for all but the first of its 25 years. Back when it was Gargaro Productions and she was a junior at Montour High School, she a…

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Stage preview: The girl who lived in a library tells her story at City Theatre by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

It sounds like such a great title for a children’s book: “The Girl Who Lived in a Library.”

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Dance preview: Trilogy marks new direction for Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company by Jane Vranish / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Memory is an inexhaustible part of dance. Not only are the steps committed to it, but also memory was the method, prior to videotaping, where historical works were carefully passed down thro…

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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