Friday, December 9, 2016 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Box Office: ‘La La Land’ Off to Hot Start in Limited Debut by Dave McNary

Lionsgate’s awards contender “La La Land” is off to a sizzling start with about $300,000 on Friday at five theaters in Los Angeles and New York, early estimates showed. Sho…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:58PM

St Petersburg Ballet Theatre returns with Swan Lake & The Nutcracker by Arts Review

Russia’s critically acclaimed St Petersburg Ballet Theatre returns to Australia with two magnificent Tchaikovsky ballets in one thrilling season. The immortal Swan Lake and the beloved Ch…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 11:10PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Anna Kendrick, Laura Dern and Don Cheadle Will Announce 74th Annual Golden Globe Nominations by Movies News Desk

Don Cheadle, Laura Dern and Anna Kendrick will announce the nominees for the 74th Annual Golden GlobeAwards on Monday, Dec. 12, 2016 from the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:53PM

‘Girl Asleep’ at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston by Isabella Mason

‘Girl Asleep', a film that takes the audience on a journey into the absurd, scary and beautiful heart of the teenage mind, will be screened at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston on…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 10:48PM

The Wolves by Darryl Reilly

The audience sits on either side of the large runway stage that set designer Laura Jellinek has arrestingly fashioned into an indoor soccer field. It’s a green vista of Astro Turf that gi…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 10:45PM

'Peechha Karti Parchhaiyan' at NCPA – Experimental, Mumbai by Jayakumar R

'Peechha Karti Parchhaiyan', an intriguingly intense and thought provoking play will be staged at NCPA – Experimental, Mumbai on December 18, 2016. Surnai Foundation and Ila Arun brin…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 10:31PM

Ray DeForest in “A Doris Dear Christmas Special” Announces New Special Guests! by Nitelifeexchange

Feinstein’s/54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club, presents a One Night Only event… After the successful premier of his show “Doris Dear’s Gurl Talk” 2016 MAC Award winner Ray DeFores…

SOURCE: NiteLifeExchange at 10:19PM

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Recap: Curiosity Killed the Cat by Allie Pape

Social media has thoroughly integrated itself into society, so it's interesting to see how many shows and films continue to either misunderstand or completely elide its place in our lives. T…

SOURCE: Vulture at 10:00PM

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’s Gabrielle Ruiz on Valencia’s New Girl Squad, Eating 15 Donuts, and the Unexpected Ways She Relates to Her Character by Devon Ivie

Spoilers ahead for Friday night's episode of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. For fans of the delightfully uppity Valencia Perez on the CW’s Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, the first few episodes of the show’s…

SOURCE: Vulture at 10:00PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Star Ellen Greene Hits YouTube in New Horror Comedy by TV News Desk

Just days after the news that a musical film remake of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is in the works, the show's original Off-Broadway and big screenstar Ellen Greenewill appear in the new horror c…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:33PM

Theatre Works reveals 2017 Season by Arts Review

Featuring some of Australia’s most exciting artists and theatre-makers, Creative Director, John Sheedy has revealed Theatre Works’ season for 2017. Sheedy’s first program since ta…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 09:25PM

THE DEAD, 1904 - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

Because so much of stage acting is keeping the small small while also allowing it to appear big, it's easy to forget that you can remove the additional amplification and still get a transfix…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 09:21PM

THE BAND'S VISIT - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

It's a unique characteristic of art that it's capable of being "great" without actually being "good."

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 09:21PM

Review: Tonya and Nancy—The Rock Opera (Underscore Theatre) by Lauren Whalen

Unless you made your home under a rock in the early 90’s, or weren’t born yet, you remember the ice-skating drama of Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan. Underscore Theatre's Tonya and Nanc…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 09:06PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Little Shop's Ellen Greene Stars in New YouTube Red Series by Andrew Gans

Watch the trailer for 12 Deadly Days, which premieres December 12.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:49PM

Will Friedwald’s Clip Joint presents Gordon Jenkins’s “Manhattan Tower” by Sandi Durell

    By Marilyn Lester     Calling it “the best Broadway musical that never was,” host and producer, Will Friedwald presented the extraordinary story of Manhattan Towe…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 08:27PM

STAGE TUBE: Lin-Manuel Miranda Offering Chance to Be in the Room at HAMILTON in Three Cities! by Stage Tube

HAMILTON creator Lin-Manuel Miranda is teaming up with Prizeo again to give one lucky fan and a friend a chance to be in the room where it happens in three cities - New York, Chicago and San…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:25PM

‘La La Land,’ ‘Jackie’ Among AARP’s Top 10 Movies for Grownups by Arya Roshanian

AARP announced Friday their “Top 10 Movies for Grownups” list for 2016, which represents the best acting, writing, and overall filmmaking for viewers with a “grown-up state…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:11PM

Review: Transgender ‘Street Children,’ Out on a Pier by Charles Isherwood

Pia Scala-Zankel’s play, a Vertigo Theater production at the New Ohio Theater, follows youths living on the streets of New York in the 1980s.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:04PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Fleabag, Soho Theatre by Aleks.sierz

Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s television hit returns to the stage – and still rocksIt’s television, not theatre, that has real power. Real cultural force. Cultural muscle. Take the case of Ph…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 07:54PM

Film Review: LA LA LAND (written and directed by Damien Chazelle) by Jesse David Corti

LA LA LAND STARTS WITH OOH-LA-LA BUT LANDS HARD In some ways, La La Land promises to be a moving, old-fashioned romantic musical that plays around with old techniques and presents them in…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 07:51PM

From Haunted House Party to Little Drummer Bowie: The Makings of a Troubie Show by Michael Van Duzer

by MICHAEL VAN DUZER approach of the holiday season brings the inevitable surrender of our local stages to the likes of Scrooge, Santa, the Grinch, George Bailey and those irrepressible …

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 07:47PM

[WATCH] ‘La La Land’ lyricists Benj Pasek and Justin Paul on creating songs for original musical by Zach Laws

“We were surprised that anyone was willing to make an original movie musical,” reveals “La La Land” lyricist Benj Pasek during our recent webcam chat (watch above). …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 07:44PM

Film Review: “Stefan Zweig: Farewell to Europe” — An Incomplete Look by Helen Epstein

Maria Schrader has set herself a very ambitious agenda in Stefan Zweig: Farewell to Europe.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 07:33PM

The Road to Stockholm by Arts Review

Dust off your shiny disco balls – the Eurobus is coming! The Road to Stockholm at The Butterfly Club is a politically inaccurate spy cabaret featuring a Russian and a Ukrainian pop si…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 07:32PM

Dear Evan Hansen Captures the Heart by Sandi Durell

  By Sandi Durell     This isn’t your usual Broadway musical – it’s better! It’s funny, sad, tragic and filled with great heart. Moving from it’s recent off Broadway…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 07:27PM

Mykal Kilgore to Perform Original Tunes at BROADWAY AT W Next Week by BroadwayWorld

Broadway at the W amp 42seven Productions Mike Evariste amp Tiffani Howard present Mykal Kilgore Live in the Living Room of the W Hotel on December 12, 2016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24PM

Mix & Mingle With the Cast of THE COLOR PURPLE to Benefit On Broadway Performing Arts Training Program by BroadwayWorld

Join Broadway's Tony Award-winning cast of THE COLOR PURPLEat The Long Room on December 27th for an after-show talk back and Mix amp Mingle.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:24PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Versailles: Treasures from the Palace by Arts Review

The National Gallery of Australia (NGA) has opened the gates to an exclusive exhibition of more than 130 treasures from the Palace of Versailles. For the first time ever, theses treasures ha…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 06:58PM

Holiday Time! Radio City Rockettes Jessica Palu & Brittany Werthmann Talk All Things Christmas

Rockettes Jessica Palu & Brittany Werthmann talks The Christmas Spectacular, Christmas traditions, and more.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 06:29PM

186,000 by Arts Review

186,000 gets inside. I was about to type, ‘Like a Trojan Horse’, but that would suggest it reaches you through subterfuge, instead of welcoming it with an open sternum. One of th…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 06:25PM

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’s Donna Lynne Champlin Says Season Two Ends on a ‘Genuine Cliffhanger’ by Lisa Butterworth

While the CW hasn’t confirmed that the critically acclaimed and beloved Crazy Ex-Girlfriend will be back for a third season, but if for some godforsaken reason the show doesn’t return, D…

SOURCE: Vulture at 06:25PM

STAGE TUBE: The Cast of THE LION KING's Powerful GYPSY OF THE YEAR Performance by Stage Tube

At Gypsy of the Year 2016, cast members from The Lion King performed a moving spoken-word piece giving voice to those marginalized by the current political climate performed by cast members …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:24PM

A Bronx Tale Review by New York Theater

“A Bronx Tale,” the new Broadway musical co-directed by Robert De Niro and Jerry Zaks, tells a story that its author, Chazz Palminteri, says is true: He really did witness a mob killing …

SOURCE: New York Theater at 06:15PM

Friday Playlist: A Salute to the Stars of In Transit

Some tunes to get you ready for the opening of In Transit.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 06:12PM

How The Nutcracker went from failure to beloved holiday tradition by Michael Crabb

Critics called it kids’ stuff in 1892. Now it’s essential programming for companies like the National Ballet of Canada.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 06:05PM

Hot Clip of the Day: Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone Sing La La Land’s Love Duet

A song from the hit new movie musical La La Land.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 06:04PM

Aaron Tveit Is Smart AF, Jenny from the Block Wasn't Specific Enough & More Lessons of the Week by Ryan McPhee

Happy Friday, and happy anniversary of that crazy Alice in Wonderland with Carol Channing! While you celebrate with jam tomorrow, jam yesterday, but never jam today, let's take a look ba…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:04PM

Dear Evan Hansen's Laura Dreyfuss on Ben Platt's Secret Warmup Go-To, Beyonce Love & More by Broadway.com

Age: "For the next year, I'll be 16." Hometown: Bergen County, NJ Current Role: Laura Dreyfuss plays Zoe, the longtime crush of the anxious title character who becomes c…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:04PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Moya Angela of In Transit by Broadway.com

Moya Angela of In Transit stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat with Beth Stevens.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:04PM

Watch Interviews with Larry Kramer, Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Alan Menken, and More by Olivia Clement

The conversations were filmed by The Dramatists Guild Fund as part of the Legacy Project Volume III.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:00PM

Review: The Bodyguard

Whitney Houston's greatest hits score a stage adaptation of the famous 1992 film.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Chicago’s Hamilton Launches Campaign to Cure Epilepsy by Robert Viagas

The star has a personal reason for battling the neurological disease.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:53PM

Court Dismisses 99-Seat Lawsuit; Plaintiffs Vow to Keep Fighting for Los Angeles Intimate Theatre by @ This Stage Staff

n December 8, a judge dismissed the lawsuit Ed Asner et al vs. Actors' Equity Association, which would have prevented Equity from requiring Los Angeles 99-seat theatres to pay actors minimu…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 05:48PM

Maria Friedman: side by side with Sondheim by David Benedict

She made a huge hit of Stephen Sondheim's most-famous flop – not bad for a girl who dropped out of school when she was 15 and was rejected as a theme-pub singer. Maria Friedman talks …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 05:36PM

Remembering the First Ever Broadway on the High Seas by Ruthie Fierberg

The wintery weather has us longing for the luxurious sunny days aboard the Playbill cruise.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:31PM

Review: ‘A Bronx Tale’ at The Longacre Theatre in NYC by Richard Seff

Chazz Palminteri’s career as actor and writer was given a big boost when his one-man play A Bronx Tale began its life off Broadway with the author as its star. The material was honed f…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:19PM

BREAKING: Plaintiffs Will Fight To Be Heard by Peter Finlayson

PRESS RELEASE From Lawsuit Plaintiffs LOS ANGELES (Dec. 9. 2016) — In response to a court decision on Thursday, Dec. 8 dismissing their lawsuit against Actors’ Equity Association, the Pl…

SOURCE: footlights.click at 05:18PM

“A Christmas Carol” at A Noise Within by Pauline Adamek

Celebrating their Fifth year of A Christmas Carol and 25th Anniversary Season A Noise Within (ANW), the acclaimed classical repertory theatre company, continues their cherished holiday tra…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:18PM

2016 BroadwayWorld San Antonio Regional Awards Update - Fredericksburg Theater Co. Winning Best Theatre! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld San Antonio Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and aft…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Regional Awards Update - CenterPoint Legacy Theatre Winning Best Theatre Company of the Year! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Rockland/Westchester Regional Awards Update - NEXT TO NORMAL Winning Best Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards Update - HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL Winning Best Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Santa Barbara Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld San Francisco Regional Awards Update - AMERICAN IDIOT Winning Best Local Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

STAGE TUBE: Chicago's Hamilton, Miguel Cervantes, Launches Campaign to Find a Cure for Epilepsy for His Daughter by Stage Tube

Miguel Cervantes, Alexander Hamilton in the Chicago production of HAMILTON, is partnering with Chicago's Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy CURE in a new fundraising campaign to raise …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld South Africa Regional Awards Update -SWEENEY TODD Winning Best Revival of a Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Seattle Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Sioux Falls Regional Awards Update - LOST IN YONKERS Winning Best Play! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Seattle Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Seattle Regional Awards Update - Tacoma Little Theatre Winning Theatre of the Year! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Seattle Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld St. Petersburg Regional Awards Update - Jobsite Theater Winning Best Professional Theater Company! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld South Bend Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and afte…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Regional Awards Update - STAGES St. Louis Winning Best Theatre Company! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld South Bend Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and afte…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld South Bend Regional Awards Update - LEGALLY BLONDE, MISS SAIGON Tied for Best Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld South Bend Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and afte…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Regional Awards Update - Kimberly Gilbert, Justine Icy Moral, Jaysen Wright and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Toronto Regional Awards Update - Mirvish Winning Best Professional Theatre! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Toronto Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Tallahassee Regional Awards Update - Lily Kaufmann, Alec Ruiz and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Tallahassee Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and aft…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Wichita Regional Awards Update - TITLE OF SHOW Winning Best Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Wichita Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

2016 BroadwayWorld West Virginia Regional Awards Update - ROCK OF AGES Winning Best Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld West Virginia Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Josh Rhodes-Helmed GUYS AND DOLLS at Asolo Rep! by Stage Tube

GUYS AND DOLLS, hailed as one of the greatest musical comedies of all time, kicks off Asolo Rep's highly anticipated 2016-17 season, the fifth and final of its celebrated American Character …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

BWW Seeks Editors in Milwaukee by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to help feature coverage in Milwaukee.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

BWW Seeks Editors in Memphis by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to help feature coverage in Memphis.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

STAGE TUBE: Watch Euan Morton Sing HEDWIG's 'Wicked Little Town' on Tour! by Stage Tube

Just lastmonth, Tony and Olivier Award-nominatedEuan Mortontook over the role of Hedwig in the National Tour of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, the 2014 Tony Award-winning Best Musical Revival. F…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:12PM

The Present's Cate Blanchett on Making Her Broadway Debut in Chekhov's Tale of Thwarted Desire. by Broadway.com

Oscar winner Cate Blanchett, Richard Roxburgh and the cast of The Present discuss making their Broadway debuts in Andrew Upton's (Blanchett's hubby) adaptation of Chekhov's first…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:04PM

Review: Mame

The Stoneham Theatre stages a revival of Jerry Herman's classic musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Watch Todrick Hall Show Harry Connick Jr. How to Walk in Kinky Boots by Andrew Gans

The star of Broadway's Kinky Boots made an appearance on Harry.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Twist Your Dickens' Toronto cast is gift to show: review by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

Sketches can be uneven and writing awkward, but Sean Cullen and Patrick McKenna worth seeing in Christmas Carol spoof.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 04:32PM

Innovacare supports HHS Initiative in Restructuring the Payment Models | Rick Shinto, Penelope Kokkinides by Rino16

Innovacare Health led by Richard Shinto officially announced their intention to participate in Health Care Payment Learning and Action Network (LAN). The LAN is one of the health systems tha…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 04:24PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Regional Awards Update - THE MIRACLE WORKER Winning Best Play! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:11PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Regional Awards Update - Judy McLane, John Arthur Greene and More! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Raleigh Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:09PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Portland Regional Awards Update - THE WIZARD OF OZ Winning Best Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Portland Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:08PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Regional Awards Update - Joshua Michel, Joshua Turchin and More! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Louisville Regional Awards Update - HAIRSPRAY?Winning Best Local Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Memphis Regional Awards Update - Playhouse on the Square Winning Best Professional Theater Company! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Maine Regional Awards Update - Curt Dale Clark Winning Best Vocal Performance! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

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2016 BroadwayWorld Madison Regional Awards Update - Fireside Dinner Theatre Winning Equity Theatre of the Year! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

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2016 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Regional Awards Update - First Stage Winning Theatre of the Year! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Miami Regional Awards Update - BUYER & CELLAR Winning Best Play! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

BWW Exclusive: Ken Fallin Draws the Stage - DEAR EVAN HANSEN by Ken Fallin

BroadwayWorld has teamed up with renowned caricature artist Ken Fallin, a life-long theater enthusiast, who has drawn many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. Below, check out his latest …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Nashville Regional Awards Update - Cumberland County Playhouse Winning Best Professional Theater Company! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

Look Out, Times Square: Mike Hot Pence is Here... Minus His Pants by Marissa Sblendorio

Despite the beautiful theaters that grace it's streets, I think we can all agree that Times Square that holds a colorful cast of characters. From a questioning Spiderman, to a headless Minni…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Regional Awards Update - Guthrie Theater Winning Best Professional Theater Company! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Omaha Regional Awards Update - Julie Fitzgerald Ryan, John E Jones and More! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

2016 BroadwayWorld New Orleans Regional Awards Update - Emily Carmadelle Winning Best Direction of a Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

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2016 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Regional Awards Update - DISGRACED Winning Best Play! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

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2016 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Regional Awards Update - 4000 MILES Winning Best Play! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Orlando Regional Awards Update - WEST SIDE STORY Winning Best Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

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2016 BroadwayWorld Philippines Regional Awards Update - Bunny Cadag, Basti Artadi and More! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:04PM

Theatre Review: ‘A Christmas Carol, The Musical’ at Toby’s Dinner Theatre by Steve Charing

The holidays couldn’t arrive soon enough for many folks, and the spirit of Christmas in more ways than one is alive and well at Toby’s, the Dinner Theatre of Columbia. Charles Dickens’…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 04:02PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Regional Awards Update - Susan Wefel, Jolie Jaffe and More! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:02PM

San Diego Musical Theatre's 'Miracle on 34th Street' lights up the holidays by James Hebert

Just when you think there’s nothing new under the sun (or inside the snow globe), along comes a Christmas show that reminds even the Scrooge-iest soul how rewarding holiday theater can be…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 04:00PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Blog HIjack: Genesis and the Keystone by Michael Block

Taking over Theater in the Now is Sam Tilles to talk about the journey of his new play Genesis!Hey Folks! My name is Sam Tilles— I’m a playwright based in Harlem, and am producing a new …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 03:54PM

Odds & Ends: Donna McKechnie Enlisted for The Wild Party, Richard Thomas to Headline Final Rabbit & More by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Donna McKechnie & More Enlisted for The Wild Party Manhattan decadence and 1920's excess beckons for Tony winner Do…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:54PM

Historic Paris Theater Reopens With Sting Concert by Rino16

In remembrance of those who lost their lives in the Bataclan extremist attack in Paris that happened almost to the day, the co-runner of the Bataclan theater, Jules Frutos, reopened the door…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 03:47PM

Golden Globe film predictions: ‘La La Land’ is unbeatable in comedy/musical categories by Daniel Montgomery

“La La Land” opened December 9, just three days before the announcement of the Golden Globe nominations, and we think the cast and crew are likely to wake up to good news. We exp…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 03:42PM

Town hall to address equitable casting in Pittsburgh theater by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

A wide-ranging group of theater artists will hold a town hall Monday night to address authors’ rights and equitable casting in stage productions. The gathering “is a call-to-action and a…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 03:31PM

Review: ‘A Holiday Pops!/Home for the Holidays’ with the NSO Pops by Emily Cao

‘Tis the season for holiday cheer, laughter and heart-warming music, and there is no better place to find it all wrapped up together than at the NSO Pops’ A Holiday Pops! concert. The fi…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:08PM

Book Review: Poet Philip Levine — The Kernel of Life by Robert Israel

These posthumous volumes provide ample proof that poet Philip Levine was far more than a proletariat troubadour.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 03:06PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Dallas Regional Awards Update - Xavier Orozco in Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Dallas Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

Photo Flash: Pittsburgh CLO's 25th Anniversary Production of A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL by BroadwayWorld

Pittsburgh CLO presents brand new production still fromtheir 25th Anniversary production of A Musical Christmas Carol, this December at the Byham Theater. This production is made possible by…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Detroit Regional Awards Update - Josh Alor, Jordan Gagnon and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Delaware Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Denver Regional Awards Update - Jeffery Jesmer, Caleb Baze and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Delaware Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Delaware Regional Awards Update - Tony Oriente, Bob Hoffer and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Delaware Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Israel Regional Awards Update - BILLY ELLIOT Leading 'Best Musical' by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Israel Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

NBC to Air Reprise Telecast of HAIRSPRAY LIVE!, 12/26 by TV News Desk

Can't get enough of HAIRSPRAY LIVE Then tune in to NBC for a reprise telecast of the musical on Monday, December 26th from 8-11 p.m. ET

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Houston Regional Awards Update - Anthony Lee Medina, Nick Mauldin and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Houston Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Long Island Regional Awards Update - SHREK Winning Best Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Long Island Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and aft…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Regional Awards Update - FOOTLOOSE Winning Best Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and aft…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards Update - OKLAHOMA! Winning Best Musical! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

2016 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Regional Awards Update - Ali MacGraw, Carmen Cusack, A.J. Holmes and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Jacksonville Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and af…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

Music News: Laura Osnes, Lindsay Mendez, and More Set for Barbra Streisand Tribute

The American Pops Orchestra event will take place at George Washington University.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Artists’ Podcast The Compass Welcomes Actor Robert Karma Robinson by Adam Hetrick

Actress Leah Walsh documents the lives of artists navigating the waters between art and commerce.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:56PM

HBO Releases Brilliant Trailer for Upcoming Broadcast by Andrew Gans

Jonny Donahoe stars in the one-man play Every Brilliant Thing that recounts a life lived in the shadow of suicide.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:49PM

What the Frack Happened? by Steven Morris

The post What the Frack Happened? appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 02:48PM

Review: Othello Mixtape by Michael Block

By Michael BlockThere's a trend out there. It's called theatrical rap. No, not like Andrew Lloyd Weber's interpretation of rap. But integrated mainstream rap into the musical theater genre. …

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 02:48PM

In Rehearsals with Titanic at the Signature Theatre by Hannah Vine

The Tony-winning musical begins performances December 13 at the Virginia venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:42PM

Photos: The Band’s Visit Musical Starring John Cariani, Katrina Lenk, and Tony Shalhoub Opening Night by Hannah Vine

Based on the award-winning film, the world-premiere production opened at the Atlantic’s Linda Gross Theater December 8.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:39PM

Musical 'La La Land' opens in US theaters by Newslook, Newslook

"La La Land", a love letter to Los Angeles and the Golden Age of French and Hollywood musicals, opens in US theaters. Video provided by AFP        

SOURCE: USA Today at 02:34PM

Chicago Theater Review: TWIST YOUR DICKENS (The Second City at the Goodman) by Lawrence Bommer

A SWEET AND SOUR “TWIST” In the month of December, Goodman Theatre simply goes schizoid. On one end of its block-long Dearborn Street lobby is the Albert Theatre, where the sacre…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 02:25PM

[WATCH] Roger Ross Williams (‘Life, Animated’) on how Disney films helped autistic man ‘reconnect with the world’ by Marcus James Dixon

“It’s really a coming-of-age story about a young man who lost his ability to connect with the world,” notes Roger Ross Williams as we chat via webcam (watch above) about hi…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 02:16PM

News: Emory’s William Ransom named one of Musical America’s 30 Innovators in classical music by Scott Freeman

William Ransom, artistic director of the Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta, has been selected this year as one of Musical America’s 30 Professionals of the Year: The Innovators. Ranso…

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 02:13PM

L.A. Actors Lose Court Battle with Actors’ Equity Over Minimum Wage by Robert Viagas

99-seat theatres will have to begin paying minimum wage.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:11PM

Curious Incident London Announces 3 June 2017 Closing by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The National Theatre has announced that after five years in London, their award-winning production of The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time playing at the Gielgud…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 02:07PM

Hamilton’s Jon Rua at Work On New Dance Film and Visual Album by Michael Gioia

The Hamilton actor aims to complete his LoveFound film that will lead to a bigger project, a visual album exploring the human condition.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:05PM

Julie Andrews Returns as Host of 'From Vienna: The New Year's Celebration 2017' on PBS by TV News Desk

Stage and screen legendJulie Andrewsreturns for the eighth time to host the festive annual New Year's celebration with the Vienna Philharmonic, under the direction ofGustavo Dudamel,from Vie…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:04PM

Broadway's IN TRANSIT Officially Opens This Sunday by BroadwayWorld

IN TRANSIT, Broadway's first a cappella musical, now in previews, officially opens on Sunday, December 11, 2016 at 630pm at Circle in the Square Theatre 235 West 50th Street.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:04PM

BWW TV: Blanchett on Broadway- Meet the Company of THE PRESENT! by Tv - Press Previews

Cate BlanchettandRichard Roxburghwill be joined by the entire original cast ofThe PresentwhenSydney Theatre Company's production ofAndrew Upton's adaptation ofAnton Chekhov's first play open…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:04PM

Photo Coverage: Dramatists Guild Fund Salon with Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin by Walter McBride

Dramatists Guild Fund Salons offeryoua behind-the-scenes peek into the creative process of the writers of the American Theater presentingaward-winning dramatists as they share never-before-h…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:04PM

PHOTO: Josh Groban Surprises Hotel Guests With Performance of Holiday Classics by BroadwayWorld

At left, check out a photo from the set of 'A Grand Carol' video shoot with Josh Groban this week at Grand Hyatt New York as he surprised and serenaded Grand Hyatt guests with holiday classi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:04PM

Tickets On Sale December 9 for Sweat on Broadway by Olivia Clement

Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage is making her Broadway debut with the timely drama.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:01PM

Theater News: A Christmas Carol Brings Holiday Cheer to McCarter Theatre Center

Adam Immerwahr helms this new adaptation from David Thompson.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM

Music News: Paramour Star Ruby Lewis Releases Single to Benefit Alzheimer's Association

The star of Broadway's original Cirque musical lends her voice to a John Williams classic.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Tune in Time Returns in Time for the Holidays by Olivia Clement

The latest installment of the game show for musical lovers will celebrate the holidays with Jill Abramovitz and Brad Alexander.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:58PM

Against Entrepreneurship by HowlRound

By Matthew Clinton Sekellick. Matthew Sekellick argues that identifying as entrepreneurs is not merely a survival strategy, but a false consciousness that alienates us further from our fello…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 01:57PM

Review:The Band's Visit at curtainup.com by Elyse Sommer

Erin Kollrin's award winning film successfully transitions from screen to stage play with a wonderful musical score by David Yazbek .

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Richard Greenberg's new play features a top drawer cast Read More

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‘A Christmas Carol’ at Toby’s Dinner Theatre by John Harding

Ebenezer Scrooge would be a terror on Facebook. He’s just not your social media type of guy. Bahhumbug would be his Twitter log-on. And if he’s your boss, like poor Bob Cratchit, don…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:29PM

Review: The Fiasco Theater’s ‘Into the Woods’ at The Kennedy Center by Andra Abramson

I did not listen to my much-loved soundtrack of Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s classic fairy tale mash-up before heading off to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 01:16PM

Theatre Review: ‘Les Liaisons Dangereuses’ at Center Stage by Lynne Menefee

Still under a significant renovation, Center Stage opens its 2016/17 season with a masterful piece of theater written by Christopher Hampton, based on the 1782 novel, Les Liaisons Dangereuse…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:13PM

'The Dead, 1904': Theater Review

Kate Burton stars opposite four-time Tony Award-winner Boyd Gaines in 'The Dead, 1904,' an immersive theatrical production based on James Joyce's classic novella. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:04PM

'Fleabag': Theater Review

Phoebe Waller-Bridge revives 'Fleabag,' her award-winning fringe-theater hit about a sexually rapacious young London woman, which became a highly acclaimed TV series for the BBC and Amazon.r…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:03PM

'Hamilton' star Phillipa Soo on bringing the magic of 'Amelie' to the stage by Barbara Isenberg

When Phillipa Soo was growing up in suburban Chicago, she would climb onto her parents’ coffee table in her pink tutu to perform. There, before a rapt audience of her brother and stuffed a…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 01:00PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at noon (Broadway Time)
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At Washington Stage Guild, It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play (review) by Tim Treanor

A play like this, where actors play fictional actors who play roles in an entirely different play, gives you a sort of double vision. You see not Joe Brack playing George Bailey, but Jake La…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:54PM

BWW TV Exclusive: Keep Your Holidays in Line Backstage with the Rockettes! by BroadwayWorld TV

You know them for their precise choreography onstage, but but you realize that their is just as much precision behind the curtain Below, we're taking you backstage with Hannah Sides and Laur…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

Review Roundup: Michael Arden's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG by Review Roundups

Legendary American composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim's masterwork Merrily We Roll Along is revisited in a new production under the direction of Tony Award nominee Michael Arden Spring A…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of Broadway's THE PRESENT by Walter McBride

Cate Blanchett and Richard Roxburgh will be joined by the entire original cast of The Present when Sydney Theatre Company's production of Andrew Upton's adaptation of Anton Chekhov's first p…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:54PM

Planned Parenthood Offers “Ultimate Hamilton Experience” as Fundraiser Grand Prize by Robert Viagas

Tickets to all three Hamilton productions, plus airfare and backstage meet-ups with the cast are included.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:53PM

‘A Bronx Tale’ Is a Surprising Delight, Guaranteed to Entertain by Rex Reed

'A Bronx Tale' on Broadway, with take-home tunes, a first-rate cast and lively choreography, clicks like a new Rolex.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 12:48PM

Aladdin review at Festival Drayton Centre, Market Drayton – ‘delivered at a cracking pace’ by Neil Bonner

If proof were needed that you don’t have to have big-name stars and a limitless budget to create a successful pantomime, look

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:48PM

BWW Invite: Learn the Secrets of Live TV Musicals at SAG-AFTRA Foundation Panel by BroadwayWorld

Marrying the most thrilling aspects of stage and screen, the recent resurgence of networks broadcasting live musicals has invigorated prime time appointment viewing or event television.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:47PM

BWW Previews: Loretta Swit Takes On SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS at Coyote Stageworks At The Annenberg by David Green

Coyote StageWorks, the Coachella Valley- based award-winning Actors' Equity professional theater company continues it 2016-2017 theatrical season with a production of Six Dance Lessons in Si…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:46PM

Disney’s Confidence in Its TV Business May Be Misplaced by Terry Flores

The Walt Disney Co.’s annual 10-K report, released Nov. 23, does little to back up management’s confidence in a turnaround in 2017. The report indicates that almost all of Disney’s maj…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:45PM

KATE BURTON, KRISTINE NIELSEN & COBIE SMULDERS IN HER BROADWAY DEBUT WILL JOIN BROADWAY REVIVAL OF PRESENT LAUGHTER by Courtney Kochuba

Producer Jordan Roth announced today that three incredible leading ladies will join Kevin Kline in the Broadway revival of Noel Coward’s Present Laughter: Tony and Emmy Award nominee Kat…

SOURCE: www.breakingcharactermagazine.com at 12:42PM

Tickets Now On Sale for Penelope Skinner's Linda Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

Tickets are now on available for the American premiere of Penelope Skinner’s Linda next year. The production, helmed by Lynne Meadow, will begin performances on February 3, 2017 at Man…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:36PM

Annaleigh Ashford, Norm Lewis & More Are Serving Up Holiday Cheer at Feinstein's/54 Below by Ryan McPhee

The weather outside is (beginning to look) frightful, but the stars at Feinstein's/54 Below are so delightful. The swanky supper club has a host of Broadway favorites lined up to keep mi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:36PM

Tickets Now On Sale for Alan Hruska's Ring Twice for Miranda Off-Broadway by Broadway.com

Tickets are now available for Ring Twice for Miranda, a new play written by Alan Hruska and directed by Rick Lombardo, which will premiere off-Broadway at New York City Center—Stage II…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:36PM

LIVERPOOL: Poet Lemn Sissay joins 20 Stories High as patron by Vicky Anderson

Liverpool-based young people’s theatre company 20 Stories High announced their first patron this week – the poet, author and theatre maker Lemn Sissay. The company say they have been tal…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:30PM

Can Ryan Gosling Really Sing, Dance, and Play Piano? A La La Land Investigation by Charles Bramesco

Ryan Gosling is the complete package: decorated actor, meme source material, funny-face-maker, and canvas upon which we may project our dreamiest fantasies. Now you can add to that list &quo…

SOURCE: Vulture at 12:21PM

Virtual Reality Movie Theaters Are Coming, A Festival For Flammable Film in NY by Alanna Martinez

The first virtual realty movie theater chain is opening locations in France, Beijing, Shanghai and Los Angeles over the next few weeks.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 12:20PM

Dear Evan Hansen Advance Sales Climb to $10 Million After Opening by Olivia Clement

The new musical opened to rave reviews on December 4.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:15PM

Lacretta Nicole Will Join Original Jersey Boys Star for His Guide to Christmas by Andrew Gans

Daniel Reichard returns to Birdland later this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:13PM

[POLL] ‘Fences’: Will Denzel Washington earn double Oscar nominations for acting & directing? by Marcus James Dixon

Denzel Washington‘s biggest project to date is bringing the late August Wilson’s iconic play “Fences” to the big screen, and now many pundits are predicting that he’ll rece…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:10PM

Dominic Dromgoole to Join Forces with Nimax to Form New West End Theatre Company by Mark Shenton

Season will begin with four Oscar Wilde plays beginning in October 2017.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07PM

REVIEW: She Loves Me, Menier Chocolate Factory ✭✭✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves As for this show, it’s all rather pretty and well-behaved and won’t do you any harm. Nothing to be ashamed of. This post REVIEW: She Loves Me, Menier Chocolate Factory �…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:06PM

Hockey Hall-of-Famer Will Make Goodman Debut in Chicago Christmas Carol by Michael Gioia

Denis Savard will make a cameo in the holiday production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06PM

Jobsite Theater Partners With Community Foundation of Tampa Bay by American Theatre Editors

The theatre will work with students in the Tampa Bay area on its annual Shakespeare productions.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:02PM

Class Notes: Erik Liberman by James Marino

Listen: Lauren Class Schneider talks to cast member Erik Liberman about “The Band’s Visit”. Class Notes actively covers New York the current theater season on, off and off-off Broadway.

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 12:00PM

Nonprofit arts boards play crucial (and complex) role by James Hebert

When things are going well at a nonprofit arts organization — revenue up, audiences engaged, creativity flourishing — the glory often goes to the group’s top executive (or executi…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 12:00PM

Theater News: Cobie Smulders and More to Join Kevin Kline in Broadway's Present Laughter

Kate Burton and Kristine Nielsen will also be part of the cast.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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She Loves Me, Menier Chocolate Factory, London — review

Score and lyrics are bouncy and innocent in the manner of golden-age musicals

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:58AM

2016 BroadwayWorld Chicago Regional Awards Update - Frankie Leo Bennett, Alex Weisman and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Chicago Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Kristen Anderson-Lopez Talks IN TRANSIT, Broadway's FROZEN & Next Disney Project by TV News Desk

In an all-new interview with ET, Academy and Grammy Award winner Kristen Anderson-Lopez discusses her latest project IN TRANSIT, an original cappella musical now in previews and officially o…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

2016 BroadwayWorld Charlotte Regional Awards Update - Rixey Terry, Durand Bivens and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Charlotte Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Broadway Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 12/9/2016 by BroadwayWorld

Broadway Rush, Lottery amp Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 1292016.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

2016 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards Update - INTO THE WOODS Leading! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Cleveland Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Photo Flash: John Legend Stops by JITNEY Rehearsal at MTC by BroadwayWorld

Yesterday,John Legend stopped by August Wilson's JITNEY rehearsal at Manhattan Theatre Clubto say hello to the cast. Take a look at the photo below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Alan Menken & Glenn Slater Compose Original Music for New Will Ferrell Comedy HOLMES & WATSON by Movies News Desk

The Award-winning creative team of Alan Menken and Glenn Slater revealed that they have written a pair of songs for Etan Cohen's new comedy HOLMES amp WATSON, hitting theaters in 2018.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Save on Tickets to the Final Three Weeks of SOMETHING ROTTEN; Tix Just $57! by Contests - Broadway

Save on Tickets to the Final Three Weeks of SOMETHING ROTTEN Tix Just 57 reat Seats From 57 Best Availability Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Congress Passes 'BOTS Act' to Crack Down on Broadway Cyber Scalpers by BroadwayWorld

It was announced today that after a speedy seven days of bipartisan deliberation, the U.S. House of Representatives, by unanimous consent, will pass a bill intended to introduce federal legi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Give the Gift of Summer in the City with the Atlantic Acting School! by Contests - Broadway

Give the Gift of Summer in the CityDeposit early and receive 250 off summerspring tuition Whether you're looking to gain a basic understanding of the AtlanticTechnique, immerse yourself in t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

2016 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Regional Awards Update - Jimmy Johansmeyer, Tony Palmieri and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and aft…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

Kate Burton, Cobie Smulders, & Kristine Nielsen Join Kevin Kline In PRESENT LAUGHTER by BroadwayWorld

Producer Jordan Roth announced today that three incredible leading ladies will join Kevin Kline in the Broadway revival of Noel Coward's Present Laughter Tony and Emmy Award nominee Kate Bur…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:54AM

‘Into the Woods’ Again With Ann Hould-Ward by American Theatre Editors

The designer is revisiting---and revising---her original Broadway costumes from 1987 at Houston's Theatre Under the Stars.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:53AM

UP ON THE MARQUEE: Cate Blanchett in Sydney Theatre Co. THE PRESENT by Walter McBride

Cate BlanchettandRichard Roxburghwill be joined by the entire original cast ofThe PresentwhenSydney Theatre Company's production ofAndrew Upton's adaptation ofAnton Chekhov's first play open…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:51AM

Cobie Smulders, Kate Burton Join Kevin Kline in Broadway's 'Present Laughter'

Tony nominee Kristine Nielsen will also be featured in the revival. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:49AM

Beauty and the Beast review at Watford Palace Theatre – ‘falls flat’ by Susan Elkin

A sparky tap dance round the cauldron by Hollie Cassar as Spite and a wittily well written love duet from Terrence Frisch

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:44AM

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

From a fire at the Richmond Theatre in Virginia to the birth of Puerto Rican theatre in New York City, December was a memorable month for theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:42AM

A sour Jerry Seinfeld goes over the same old complaints at the Chicago Theatre

"What else is annoying in the world besides everything?" Excepting our newly minted president-elect, comedian Jerry Seinfeld — whose net worth is purportedly near a billion dollars — may…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:40AM

San Francisco’s Curran Will Reopen to Host Fences Film Premiere by Michael Gioia

The August Wilson work first played the Curran 30 years ago.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:34AM

A Letter From the Black Theatre Commons by American Theatre Editors

A call for theatremakers and theatregoers to action and positive change going forward.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:33AM

Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights Announces London Closing Date by Broadway.com

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights has announced that it will close in London on January 8, 2017. Directed by Luke Sheppard, with choreography by Drew McOnie, the Tony-winning musical…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:33AM

Cobie Smulders, Kate Burton & Kristine Nielsen Set for Present Laughter, Starring Kevin Kline, on Broadway by Imogen Lloyd Webber

Stage and screen stars Cobie Smulders, Kate Burton and Kristine Nielsen will join Oscar and Tony winner Kevin Kline in the upcoming revival of Noël Coward’s Present Laughter. Perf…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:33AM

Birmingham Rep’s £750k Furnace scheme to create new community work by Georgia Snow

Five theatremakers from the West Midlands are to create new plays with and for communities across Birmingham as part of a new

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:32AM

Kate Burton Will Join Kevin Kline in Broadway’s Present Laughter by Robert Viagas

Also coming aboard the revival: Kristin Nielsen and Cobie Smulders.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

SCENES FROM THE END – Tristan Bates Theatre by Daniel Perks

The emotional potential of an opera aria, or even a lament, is perfectly placed to convey the anguish and nonsense surrounding grief – a concept that is ultimately impossible to describe d…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:30AM

Chicago Tribune Chief Theatre Critic Chooses Best Broadway Shows of the Year by Andrew Gans

Chris Jones selected 10 productions as his favorites of 2016.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:28AM

Going off-script: theatre needs to break free of its echo chamber by Lyn Gardner

Fuel’s Situation Room is a night of performance and debate prompted by our changing political landscape, but such events must reach out to include the voices absent from our stages“We ha…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:24AM

Sweet Charity review – smug farrago is perfect musical for Trump's America by Alfred Hickling

Royal Exchange, ManchesterA luckless New York dancer takes scraps from a rich man’s table in a terrific-looking and sounding revival of the 60s show written by Neil SimonHas there ever bee…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:24AM

Billboard Projects Hamilton Mixtape Will Debut at No. 1 by Robert Viagas

The recording is poised to top even the original cast album.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:09AM

Tomorrow: W.C. Fields in Astoria! by Trav S.D.

Saturday, December 10, 1:30pm: “W.C. Fields in Astoria: The Paramount Silents” Many people know that W.C. Fields had one of the most distinctive speaking voices of the classic comedy era…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 11:06AM

Deborah Cox says Whitney Houston role is 'in good hands' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- There's one important person to thank for Deborah Cox stepping into Whitney Houston's shoes for the national tour of "The Bodyguard.&qu…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 11:06AM

Australia’s Impressionists at the National Gallery

Francophile painter John Russell is placed in the context of his fellow countrymen in a riveting London show

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:03AM

Review: ‘10 Synchronisms’ at A Change of Harp by Deb Miller

Conceived and directed by Elizabeth Huston, the current two-night presentation of 10 Synchronisms by Argentine-American composer Mario Davidovsky–created between 1963 and 2006, and pro…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:02AM

A meditation on Shakespeare’s First Folio in its final weekend on display at the Carlos Museum by Andrew Alexander

“To be or not to be…” Shakespeare’s most quoted line -- probably the most famous arrangement of words in the English language--can currently be read in one of its earliest printed in…

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 11:01AM

What Do Critics Think of The Band’s Visit? by Olivia Clement

Itamar Moses and David Yazbek’s new musical opened at Atlantic Theater Company December 8.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:00AM

Photo Flash: Tony Shalhoub, Katrina Lenk, John Cariani, Erik Liberman, and More Open The Band's Visit

The new musical is written by David Yazbek and Itamar Moses.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Are you sick? Are you broke? Did you completely fall apart in a foreign country? A warden will rescue you

Minutes before Holland America’s Nieuw Amsterdam was scheduled to depart for Fort Lauderdale, Berit and Dan Wick received an urgent call at home. Without delay, the couple hailed a taxi &#…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 11:00AM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Shakespeare in Love, Shoreditch Church, London — review

The performance’s strength lay in taking music inspired by the Bard’s writings about love

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:53AM

Interview — soprano Renée Fleming

As she prepares for Covent Garden’s new ‘Rosenkavalier’, the opera singer talks about her remaining ambitions

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:53AM

USITT Announces Winner of 2017 Rising Star Award by American Theatre Editors

Scenic and media designer Bryce Cutler will be honored at the USITT conference in 2017.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 10:53AM

Madama Butterfly, La Scala, Milan — review

A performance endowed with abundant detail, an impressive depth of sound and a suppleness in lyrical passages

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:53AM

The Art Market: high flyer takes off

Senior figure quits Christie’s; Sotheby’s hires forensic conservator; any offers for the Stasi’s stained glass?

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:50AM

Eugène Green: an anti-American in Paris

Now on his seventh film, the director has never looked back since leaving the US

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:48AM

BWW Interview: Debut of the Month - DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Will Roland by Caryn Robbins

Today, Will Roland speaks exclusively with BWW and explains the ways in which making his Broadway debut in DEAR EVAN HANSEN is 'cosmically amazing.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:48AM

Billy Joel Says He Turned Down Offer to Compose Score for A BRONX TALE by TV News Desk

The creative team of A BRONX TALE had a different composer in mind when they first envisioned the musical.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:48AM

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of INTO THE WOODS at TUTS - Emily Skinner, Nick Bailey, Jeremy Hays and More! by Stage Tube

Tony Award-nominated actressEmily Skinnerheads up an all-star cast for a newly conceptualized production of INTO THE WOODS at Theatre Under The Stars, which opened last night, December 6th, …

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2016 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Regional Awards Update - AMERICAN IDIOT, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Tied! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Buffalo Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

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2016 BroadwayWorld Boston Regional Awards Update - Simon Kiser, Lee Holmes Tied! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Boston Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after th…

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2016 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards Update - Ann Hampton Callaway, Jeff Harnar and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

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2016 BroadwayWorld Central PA Regional Awards Update - Christopher Quigley, Dan Deal and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Central Pennsylvania Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitte…

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Remembering Edward Albee by Harry Haun

Friends share personal stories and quintessential Albee-isms at the memorial service for the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:45AM

Book Interview: Natsume Sōseki — A Century After the Death of a Literary Giant by Bill Marx

Maybe finally we’re reaching the Natsume Soseki moment in the English-speaking world.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:42AM

Features: What's in my dressing room? - Penguins from Mr Popper's Penguins

Captain Cook and Greta appear in the West End for the first time and here's what they've brought with them

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:42AM

Sutton Foster, dancing on the edge by Peter Marks

The two-time Tony Award winner has been eager to play more complicated characters.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:42AM

The Grinch descends on Washington at the National Theatre by Roger Catlin

The beloved Christmas story that began with a Dr. Seuss book has been adapted as a stage musical.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:42AM

Kelly Clarkson to Perform from 'Hamilton Mixtape' on SETH MEYERS NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECIAL by TV News Desk

NBC's has announced that multiple Grammy-winning superstar Kelly Clarkson will perform 'It's Quiet Uptown' from 'The Hamilton Mixtape' on LATE NIGHT SETH MEYERS NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECIAL, airin…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:35AM

A Word With: Nia Vardalos on Fame, That Greek Wedding and ‘Hamilton’ by Kathryn Shattuck

Ms. Vardalos is appearing at the Public Theater in “Tiny Beautiful Things” portraying Sugar, an advice columnist eventually revealed to be Ms. Strayed.

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2016 BroadwayWorld Central NY Regional Awards Update - Nathaniel Ramos, Alexandra Vittorini and More Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Central New York Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted an…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:31AM

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Once in a Lifetime at the Young Vic Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Harry Enfield makes his theatre debut in Richard Jones’s production – but what have critics been saying about it?  The Guardian: *** “Enfield gives us a shuffling olds…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:30AM

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Sets West End Closing Date by Imogen Lloyd Webber

After an "A*" run in London of nearly five years, the Tony and Olivier-winning The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time will shutter on June 3, 2017 at the Gielgud Theatre…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:24AM

EXCLUSIVE: This Video Will Help You Understand the Trans Experience by Ruthie Fierberg

A guide to what is appropriate (and not appropriate) to say to a trans person from the artists at Honest Accomplice Theatre

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:21AM

“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” Surprises, at Shotgun Players, Berkeley by Ben Sloan

Millennial Notes Albee’s Cold War Couple Turns Hot by Benjamin K. Sloan     “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” (1962)—in the Shotgun Players wonderful new Repertory Season—take…

SOURCE: Theatrius at 10:20AM

Cinderella review at Millennium Forum, Derry-Londonderry – ‘inspirational wit and show stopping songs’ by Simon Fallaha

By nature, Derry-Londonderry’s prime pantomime is both epic and cosy, more notable for human warmth than still considerable technique. That very much

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:20AM

Audra McDonald Will Perform at Vassar College’s Modfest by Andrew Gans

The free, annual exploration of 20th and 21st century arts will be headlined by the six-time Tony winner.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:19AM

Off Broadway Review: ‘The Band’s Visit’ Starring Tony Shalhoub by Gordon Cox

It’s impossible to resist the quirky appeal of “The Band’s Visit,” a  modest but charming musical directed by David Cromer and featuring Tony Shalhoub.  David Yazbe…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:15AM

Lesli Margherita and Max Crumm Set for Reading of Snow Way Out Musical by Andrew Gans

The afternoon is part of the York Theatre Company’s reading series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:06AM

Kelly Clarkson Will Sing from Hamilton on New Year’s Eve Special by Andrew Gans

The American Idol winner will be part of Seth Meyers’ NBC special.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Radio Free Brooklyn Holiday Party Tomorrow! by Trav S.D.

Filed under: BROOKLYN, Christmas, PLUGS, SOCIAL EVENTS Tagged: Holiday Department, Radio Free Brooklyn

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Tonight: The Winter Wonderwheel Spectacular by Trav S.D.

Filed under: Brooklyn, Burlesk, Coney Island, Contemporary Variety, PLUGS Tagged: Christmas in Coney, Coney Island USA, Winter Wonderwheel Spectacular

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GRACE NOTES: Friday, December 9, 2016 by Susan Grace

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2016 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Regional Awards Update - Amanda Spellman, Ben Whishaw in Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after…

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2016 BroadwayWorld Sydney Regional Awards Update by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Australia - Sydney Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted …

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2016 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Regional Awards Update! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and afte…

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Photo Coverage: Atlantic Theater Company's THE BAND'S VISIT Celebrates Opening Night by Jennifer Broski

Atlantic Theater Companypresents the world premiere production of the new musical The Band's Visit, directed by Lortel and Obie Award winnerDavid Cromerand featuring a book by Drama Desk Awa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:36AM

Simon Stephens Interviews Enda Walsh in First of Podcast Interview Series by Mark Shenton

The 12-part series will include interviews with David Hare, Dennis Kelly, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:36AM

Murder for Two to Receive British Premiere by Mark Shenton

Off-Broadway hit will be directed by Luke Sheppard.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:32AM

ALL THE ANGELS – Sam Wanamaker Playhouse by Libby Purves

All the Angels is a fascinating, moving examination of the power of music to inspire, to challenge, and to regenerate souls, as well as an unnerving glance at the strange intimacy between co…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:30AM

NEWS: Screen stars Douglas Booth & Tony Revolori lead Speech & Debate premiere by Press Releases

Defibrillator today announce initial casting update for the UK premiere of Speech and Debate by Stephen Karam whose play The Humans won four Tony Awards this year, including Best Play. The p…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:19AM

Casting Announced for The Wild Party at London’s Other Palace by Mark Shenton

Donna McKechnie and John Owen-Jones join the previously announced Frances Ruffelle.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:19AM

Musical version of 'A Christmas Story' provides pleasant diversion at Hippodrome by Tim Smith

Those who anticipate Christmas and its promised mounds of presents as if it were the most important, incredible, life-changing day of the year — or those who can still remember being that …

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Theater: New and Noteworthy

New This Week Murder for Two - The Holiday Edition (Bucks County Playhouse). Part whodunit, part musical, part slapstick, all performed by two people. Through Dec. 31.

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Sean Flahaven: ‘Lloyd Webber’s work was my gateway drug into theatre’ by Matthew Hemley

A week after Donald Trump became president-elect of the United States, the result – and what it means – is only just

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Mixed Nuts Is Mixed Bag Of New Spoofs On The Holiday Season by Bill Hirschman

Like the requisite ballet's presentation of The Nutcracker, theater troupes have been turning over their Decembers as of late to holiday-themed plays: David Sedaris's Santaland Diaries comes…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 08:54AM

Call Answered: Michael Crane: Nicky Silver's "This Day Forward" at Vineyard Theatre by Call Me Adam

Call Answered: The American Repertory Theater holds a special place in my heart. So when I find an actor who has a connection to that place, I always want to talk more with them. Combine tha…

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Films of Fields #26: You’re Telling Me by Trav S.D.

We’ll be blogging about comedian W.C. Fields all through November and December as part of our tribute to the comedian called Fields Fest.  For a full list upcoming live Fields Fest e…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:48AM

Regional Roundup: Top 10 Stories This Week Around the Broadway World - 12/9 - MOBY DICK in Baltimore, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG in LA and More by BroadwayWorld

This week, we go around our Broadway World to feature stories in Washington, DC, Chicago, Orlando and more. Check out our top 10 stories around our Broadway World below, which include THE SE…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:33AM

VIDEO: Robert DeNiro Talks A BRONX TALE: 'I Always Thought It Would Be a Wonderful Musical' by TV News Desk

On last night's TONIGHT SHOW, guest Robert DeNiro talked to Jimmy about receiving a President Medal of Freedom and co-directing the new Broadway musical A BRONX TALE.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:33AM

2016 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Regional Awards Update - Brooks Ashmanskas, David Martin Lead! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:33AM

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Pittsburgh CLO's A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Starring Patrick Page! by Stage Tube

Pittsburgh CLOpresents its 25th Anniversary production ofA Musical Christmas Carolthis month at the Byham Theater. This production will feature exciting new set elements and special effects.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:33AM

Ariana Grande Shares Emotional Message to Cast of NBC's HAIRSPRAY LIVE! by TV News Desk

Yesterday, Ariana Grande, who starred as Penny Lou Pingleton in NBC's HAIRSPRAY LIVE, turned to Instagram to share an emotional message with the cast and crew of the musical

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:33AM

Theatre News: This Joint is Jumpin' to run at The Other Palace

The show is staged in the theatre's studio space alongside the already announced Murder for Two

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:33AM

Theatre News: Douglas Booth and Tony Revolori cast in Speech and Debate

Tom Attenborough directs the UK premiere of Stephen Karam's play

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:33AM

FEATURED SHOW: Her Aching Heart is a hit, ★★★★★ reviews are in! by Press Releases

Have you seen the myriad five-star reviews for our Featured Show, the 25th anniversary revival of Bryony Lavery's bodice-ripping musical comedy HER ACHING HEART. A selection of some of our f…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:24AM

Beauty and the Beast review at Cambridge Junction – ‘pure, inspiring and music-filled’ by Fergus Morgan

There is something quite wonderful about stripping a Disneyfied fairytale back to its roots, something joyous about dispensing with all the corporate

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:23AM

2016 BroadwayWorld Austin Regional Awards Update - ZACH Theatre Leads! by BroadwayWorld

Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Austin Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2016 and September 2016. Nominations were reader-submitted and after th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:21AM

‘La Traviata’ at Seattle Opera by Isabella Mason

Seattle Opera will be staging the opera “La Traviata” from January 14, 2017 through January 28, 2017.Directed by Peter Konwitschny and conducted by Stefano Ranzani, both marking their Se…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 08:15AM

Little Tim and the Brave Sea Captain review at Colston Hall, Bristol – ‘raucous, nautical mayhem’ by Rosemary Waugh

For this Christmas show for the under-sevens, the Bristol Old Vic team up with the Wardrobe Ensemble – the company that previously

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:06AM

Shappi Khorsandi: ‘I had a dream Donald Trump got a lead role in Hamilton’ by Rachel Aroesti

The standup and president of the British Humanist Association on what makes her laugh the most Continue reading...

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Wild Honey review – Frayn finds the farce in Chekhov's comic despair by Michael Billington

Hampstead theatre, LondonMichael Frayn excavates Chekhov’s six-hour drama, written when he was 20, for this bittersweet comedy about a schoolteacher torn between romantic rivalsIt is stran…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:04AM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Blogs: Hairspray Live is on tonight, but is the trend for TV musicals running aground?

Sarah Crompton looks at the rising trend of staging musicals on TV

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:48AM

Review: Review: Benighted (Old Red Lion)

JB Priestley's spooky 1927 novel is adapted for the stage by Duncan Gates

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:48AM

Scenes from the End review at Tristan Bates Theatre, London – ‘sombre and powerful’ by Inge Kjemtrup

For anyone fed up with the Christmas season’s compulsory cheeriness, Scenes from the End, a visceral exploration of loss and grieving, may

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:44AM

BWW's On This Day - December 9, 2016

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on December 9 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:33AM

Broadway AM Report, 12/9/2016 - IN TRANSIT Opens This Weekend! by Jessica Khan

Today's big news The new a cappella musical IN TRANSIT officially opens on Broadway this Sunday

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:33AM

Looking for love in Bodunk by Terry Teachout

In the online edition of today’s Wall Street Journal, I review a new off-Broadway musical, the stage version of The Band’s Visit. Here’s an excerpt. * * * As delightful as well-done bi…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:30AM

Benighted review at the Old Red Lion, London – ‘entertaining and atmospheric’ by Natasha Tripney

JB Priestley’s early novel, Benighted, was filmed by James Whale as The Old Dark House in 1932. In his stage adaptation, playwright

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:20AM

Baddies: The Musical at Unicorn Theatre, London by Amanda Avery

“Baddies: The Musical” featuring the big bads of fairy land will run through December 31, 2016, at the Unicorn theatre, London.This uniquely quirky musical centers on the Big Bad Wolf wh…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 07:15AM

Replay: Marlon Brando appears on Person to Person by Terry Teachout

Edward R. Murrow interviews Marlon Brando on Person to Person. This episode was originally telecast by CBS on April 1, 1955: (This is the latest in a series of arts-related videos that appea…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:15AM

Almanac: Whit Stillman on text and subtext by Terry Teachout

FRED Plays, novels, songs—they all have a “subtext,” which I take to mean a hidden message or import of some kind. So subtext we know. But what do you call the message or meaning that&…

SOURCE: ArtsJournal at 07:00AM

Counting down the best of Chicago theater in 2016 by Chris Jones

In Chicago theater, 2016 was the year of "Hamilton," for sure. But that high-profile attraction — a raiser of all theatrical boats — landed at a moment of rich, diverse and emotional exp…

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Friday, December 9, 2016 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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NEWS: Luke Sheppard directs British premiere of Murder for Two at Other Palace Studio by Press Releases

The first production to take place in The Other Palace Studio will be musical whodunit MURDER FOR TWO, the first collaboration between producer Paul Taylor Mills and director Luke Sheppard s…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:56AM

In the Heights duo reunite for Murder for Two British premiere

Producer Paul Taylor Mills and director Luke J Sheppard reunite for the first time since their Olivier Award-winning success with In the Heights for the British premiere of MURDER FOR TWO, w…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 06:56AM

A John Kearns Christmas review – festive toast to mundane merriment by Brian Logan

Battersea Arts Centre, LondonComedian Kearns celebrates the pain and joy of a family Christmas with wit, whimsy and wistful silencesHow do you sustain a loser persona after winning the most …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:54AM

Arts engagement reduces reoffending, research suggests by Ella Wills

Taking part in arts activities reduces the chance of young offenders committing another crime by up to a fifth, claims new research.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:51AM

Full Casting Announced For The Wild Party at The Other Palace by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Full casting has been announced for Michael John LaChiusa’s The Wild Party, which will receive its London premiere at The Other Palace (formerly the St James Theatre…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:47AM

NEWS: Alice’s Adventures Underground returns to Vaults, TICKETS ONSALE by Press Releases

Les Enfants Terribles and ebp in association with Creature of London are delighted to announce the smash hit Alice's Adventures Underground and the children’s show Adventures in Wonderland…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:42AM

Aladdin review at Theatre Royal, St Helens – ‘lopsided’ by Chris Bartlett

The Theatre Royal’s decision to go beyond its usual local talent pool for casting this year’s panto has mixed results. Importing two

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:42AM

Jude Kelly and Bonnie Greer lead bid to reverse Althea Efunshile Channel 4 board rejection by Ella Wills

Jude Kelly, artistic director of Southbank Centre, and playwright Bonnie Greer are among the leading women in the arts challenging the blocking

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:31AM

Rambert strikes up partnership with Dutch National Ballet by Georgia Snow

Contemporary dance company Rambert has announced an artistic development partnership with the Dutch National Ballet to nurture choreographers and composers from both

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:30AM

GREASE – Leicester by Ian Foster

Crucially, Foster's production doesn't skimp on ambition or scope in its evocation of late 1950s Americana as Colin Richmond's design uses the full width and height of the stage and Nick Win…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:30AM

Review: Review: Sleeping Beauty (Richmond Theatre)

Maureen Lipman returns to pantomime with an excellent Wicked Fairy in Richmond's annual Christmas offering

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:24AM

Review: Review: Wild Honey (Hampstead Theatre)

Michael Frayn's take on Chekhov's first play opens at Hampstead directed by Jonathan Kent and the late Howard Davies

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:24AM

John Owen-Jones cast in first Other Palace show The Wild Party by David Hutchison

John Owen-Jones is to join Frances Ruffelle in the upcoming London revival of The Wild Party, it has been announced. The musical

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:20AM

All the Angels: Handel and the First Messiah review at Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, Globe Theatre – ‘beautifully performed’ by Tom Wicker

It’s a welcome return for All the Angels. Nick Drake’s choral play about the first public performance (in Dublin) of 18th-century composer

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:16AM

Sleeping Beauty review at Richmond Theatre, London – ‘amiable comedy’ by Paul Vale

There’s a sense of deja-vu about this Sleeping Beauty that has nothing to do with returning visits from either Chris Jarvis as

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:13AM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Friday, December 9, 2016 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: Jasmine Cephas Jones Exits “Hamilton,” “Hairspray Live” is NBC’s Lowest Rated Live Musical, James’ “Dear Evan Hansen” and “A Bro…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

The Wild Party: Donna McKechnie, John Owen-Jones & full all-star cast announced

There are SO many fantastic #StageFaves announced to join Frances Ruffelle in Michael John LaChiusa's THE WILD PARTY, we hardly know where to start - Donna McKechnie, John Owen Jones, Simon …

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 05:47AM

[WATCH] Jon Favreau (‘The Jungle Book’) on creating a new Disney classic by Zach Laws

“You’re always a bit intimidated when you’re dealing with material that people feel so connected to,” admits Jon Favreau as we chat via webcam (watch above) about hi…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 05:44AM

NEWS: Donna McKechnie, John Owen-Jones & full The Wild Party cast announced by Press Releases

Full casting is announced today for Michael John LaChiusa’s THE WILD PARTY, which receives its first major London production at The Other Palace, playing from Monday 13 February to Saturda…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:34AM

Walt Disney's signed will, animation trove go up for auction

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Walt Disney fans can buy a piece of history when the late animation entrepreneur's signed will and other Disney memorabilia go up for auction on Friday.

SOURCE: Reuters at 05:32AM

Fabletics Offers Comfortable, Stylish Clothing At Great Prices by Rino16

Fabletics is a subscription fashion company founded in 2013 by Co-CEOs Adam Goldenberg, Don Ressler and actress Kate Hudson. Fabletics offers stylish, high-quality activewear at affordable p…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 05:28AM

Review: Reviews: The Snow Queen (Bristol Old Vic)

Lee Lyford directs this new version of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale

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Review: Review: All the Angels: Handel and the First Messiah (Sam Wanamaker Playhouse)

Nick Drake's play about Handel's Messiah returns to the candle-lit space at Shakespeare's Globe

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:24AM

Review: Review: Sweet Charity (Royal Exchange)

Kaisa Hammarlund leads the cast of Derek Bond's revival

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:24AM

Global Spirituality with the Kabbalah Centre by Rino16

Spirituality transcends borders and boundaries. People all over the world strive to connect with something in life that is larger and more satisfying. This is as true today as it ever was in…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 05:12AM

Alice in Wonderland review at Derby Theatre – ‘an Alice for our times’ by Pat Ashworth

Mike Kenny’s take on Alice in Wonderland is a revelation. It’s wholly original and truly inspired. School examinations day finds the stressed-out

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:04AM

Performing in care homes gives you more than a job by John Byrne

Christopher Round is an up-and-coming young actor who received enthusiastic reviews for his intensely physical performance in one of this year’s grittiest

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

NEWS: Curious Incident closes in the West End on 3 June by Press Releases

After nearly five successful years in London, the National Theatre today (9 December 2016) announced the final extension of its West End run of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-T…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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The 10 best things to do this week by The Guide

From the Rogue One to Heavyweight: your at-a-glance guide to the best in culture across the UKRogue One: A Star Wars Story Continue reading...

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The best theatre and dance shows this week by Lyn Gardner and Judith Mackrell

Trouble In Mind | Beasty Baby | Shakespeare Trilogy | School Of Rock | The Tempest | Romeo And Juliet | The Nutcracker | Matthew Bourne’s The Red Shoes1 Trouble In MindTanya Moodie turns i…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 04:42AM

Theatre News: Full casting announced for The Wild Party

Michael John LaChiusa's 2000 musical will open The Other Palace in February

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:18AM

Theatre News: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to close in the West End

The National Theatre's production embarks on a UK tour next year

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:18AM

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to close in West End by Matthew Hemley

The National Theatre’s production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is to close in the West End next

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:16AM

Wild Honey review at Hampstead Theatre, London – ‘fun but inconsistent’ by Tim Bano

To most it’s called Platonov; to Michael Frayn this early untitled Chekhov play, which Frayn adapted in 1984, is Wild Honey. It

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WILD HONEY. Hampstead NW3 by Libby Purves

LUKE JONES BUZZES HAPPILY ROUND THE HONEY   Where Ivanov, The Seagull and Uncle Vanya mull, the youthfully fresh and fashionably unfinished Platonov rattles along like the TGV. Michael …

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 04:10AM

‘La La Land’ reviews: Emma Stone & Ryan Gosling are ‘perfection’ in a movie the world needs right now by Daniel Montgomery

After months of anticipation following its debut at the Venice Film Festival on August 31, Damien Chazelle‘s movie musical “La La Land” opened in theaters on December 9 to …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 04:03AM

Sweet Charity review at the Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester – ‘triumphantly reclaimed’ by Mark Shenton

“I’m a brass band,/ I’m a harpsichord; / I’m a clarinet!/ I’m the Philadelphia Orchestra, /I’m the Modern Jazz Quartet!”, sings the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 04:02AM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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The Band's Visit

The Band's Visit Off Broadway, Atlantic Theater Company Reviewed by Shoshana Roberts BOTTOM LINE: A captivating musical about an Egyptian band in an Israeli desert in which humor, beauty, …

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 03:48AM

Michael Urie wants an ‘Ugly Betty’ reunion by Barbara Hoffman

It started as a sketch. But Michael Urie believed Drew Droege’s riff on gay weddings was more than stand-up shtick. “I thought, ‘This is a full play with an idea, and it’s hilarious!…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 03:33AM

‘Seinfeld’ star John O’Hurley is friends with the real J. Peterman by Barbara Hoffman

Decades before he made J. Peterman an urban-sombrero legend on “Seinfeld,” John O’Hurley starred in “The Fantasticks.” The year was 1974, and O’Hurley, a junior at Rhode Island�…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 03:33AM

“Rapture, Blister, Burn” Breaks Sexual Rules, at Custom Made Theatre, S.F. by Alice Cheng

Leading Ladies Give New Meaning to ‘Summer Fling’ by Alice Cheng What women want wavers between our practical minds, passionate hearts, and reproductive needs. In order to “have it all…

SOURCE: Theatrius at 03:11AM

Solo Acoustic Evening with David Gray at Usher Hall, Edinburgh by Amanda Avery

Enjoy an evening with David Gray in this special concert tour on December 16, 2016 at Usher Hall, Edinburgh.David Gray returns with a UK tour and new album ‘The Best Of.’ He captured the…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:06AM

BWW Review: THE PORTAL Offers Brain-Cleansing Bombardment of Sounds and Images by Michael Dale

As audience members enter the Minetta Lane Theatre's auditorium for producerdirector Luke Comer's abstract multi-media theatre piece THE PORTAL, they're greeted by a projected slide summariz…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:06AM

Got Soul Choir at Usher Hall, Edinburgh by Amanda Avery

Got Soul Choir presents its concert ‘Soul Supreme’ at Usher Hall, Edinburgh, 8 pm onwards on December 10, 2016.Popular group from Edinburgh, Got Soul Choir led by Maryam Ghaffari, will b…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:02AM

How to Create Custom Audiences on Facebook by Ceci Dadisman

Did you know that you can upload your ticket buyer list and show Facebook ads directly to them? If you are running paid Facebook campaigns, you need to know about the power of Custom Audienc…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 03:00AM
Friday, December 9, 2016 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Julius von Bismarck’s ‘Calle 22’ at Alexander Levy, Berlin by Hans Schneider

Alexander Levy in Berlin presents the screening of ‘Calle 22’ by Julius von Bismarck through December 21, 2016.Presenting a moving portrait of the famous street in Bogotá, Colombia…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 02:42AM

GRUMBLE: Sex Clown Saves The World by Arts Review

Back by popular demand after her Edinburgh, London and Berlin bounces – Betty Grumble brings her seminal vibrations and shamanic storytelling to Melbourne’s The Butterfly Club in…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:32AM

Mark Shenton’s top 10 new UK musicals in 2016 by Mark Shenton

Its the time of year when critics have already started filing their end-of-year reports, though there are a couple of weeks (and

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Howard Sherman: Remembering the fierce – and funny – Edward Albee by Howard Sherman

I remember Edward Albee’s longtime producer, Elizabeth McCann, saying to me as the 2005 Broadway revival of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

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Paul Clayton: My Christmas wish list – less nonsense, for Fox’s sake by Paul Clayton

I’m having a remarkably productive day. I’ve just managed to complete the design for our Christmas card, a task that hangs over

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Paul Capsis: Addicted to the Nightlife by Arts Review

Australian cabaret icon, Paul Capsis will bring his sparkle and majesty in a blast-off Cabaret to let go and say goodbye to a challenging year in two special performances at Lismore City Ha…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:23AM

Review: ‘A Merry Little Christmas with Megan Hilty’ at The Kennedy Center by Tiffany Draut

If the slightly warmer weather than normal for this time of year is making it hard for you to get into the holiday mood, head to The Kennedy Center for A Merry Little Christmas with Megan Hi…

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Hey Violet's Highlights of the Year by Young Hollywood

Hey Violet's Highlights of the Year YH catches up with Rena, Nia, Miranda, Casey, and Iain from pop-punk group Hey Violet at the KIIS FM Jingle Ball in L.A. where tell us about some of their…

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Daya Talks First Headlining Tour by Young Hollywood

Daya Talks First Headlining Tour From Dallas to L.A., YH catches up once more with pop phenomenon Daya at the KIIS FM Jingle Ball in Los Angeles, where she scoops us on her first headlining …

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"The Bachelor" Stars Reunite At Jingle Ball by Young Hollywood

"The Bachelor" Stars Reunite At Jingle Ball Love is in the air at KIIS FM's Jingle Ball in L.A. when stars from "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette" reunite! Ashley Iaconetti, Jared Haibon,…

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Video Flash: Flashback Friday: "Drama" and "Suspense" in the First Little Shop of Horrors Remake

This commercial for the 1983 tour will have you eagerly awaiting the newly announced remake.

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Friday, December 9, 2016 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Patrick Page Stars as 'Scrooge' in Pittsburgh CLO's A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL, Starting Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Pittsburgh CLO presentsits 25th Anniversary production of A Musical Christmas Carolthis month at the Byham Theater. This production will feature exciting new set elements and special effects.

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Charles Busch Performs, Chats New Album with Richard Skipper at The Triad Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Charles Busch joins Richard Skipper's old-fashioned varietytalk show tonight, December 9 at 700 pm.

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Starry SLEEPING BEAUTY AND HER WINTER KNIGHT Starts Tonight at Laguna Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

Laguna Playhouse Artistic Director Ann E. Wareham and Lythgoe Family Panto presentaspecial holiday event, Cozi Zuehlsdorff 'Dolphin Tale' Films, Joely Fisher Broadway Cabaret, 'Desperate Hou…

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Stars of FALSETTOS and THIS DAY FORWARD Visit THEATER TALK Today by BroadwayWorld

This week THEATER TALK features creators and cast members of two new productions - Falsettos, a musical revival currently at the Walter Kerr Theatre through January 8 and This Day Forward, a…

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JERSEY BOYS Star Joseph Leo Bwarie Trades 'Frankie' for 'Bowie' in Los Angeles Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Ovation Award-winners and Troubadour Theater Company favorites Rick Batalla, Lisa Valenzuela and Beth Kennedy reunite with long-time 'Troubie' Joseph Leo Bwarie in Little Drummer Bowie after…

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LA LA LAND Soundtrack, Featuring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, Out Today by BroadwayWorld

La La Land Original Motion Picture Soundtrack - which features songs from Lionsgate's upcoming original musical, La La Land, starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling - is now available fororder …

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Joe Kinosian and Brett Ryback Premiere MURDER FOR TWO: HOLIDAY EDITION Tonight at Bucks County Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

'Murder for Two,' the Off-Broadway and regional theater musical mystery sensation, takes on a decidedly holiday glow when it is transformed into 'Murder for Two Holiday Edition' in a world-p…

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David Hallberg on rehabilitation and returning to the stage in Coppélia by Deborah Jones

Just after I filed my story to The Australian on David Hallberg’s keenly anticipated return to the stage on December 13, with The Australian Ballet in Sydney, the paper’s deputy editor s…

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'Buika' at Eventim Apollo, London by Amanda Avery

Concha Buika popularly known as ‘Buika’ will perform live at Eventim Apollo, London, on December 13, 2016, 7.30 pm onwards.A Grammy-nominated Spanish singer, she is renowned for her sens…

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A Musical Christmas Carol, Starring Patrick Page, Begins December 9 by Andrew Gans

Performances continue in Pittsburgh through December 23.

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Leslie Odom, Jr. Heard at December 9 Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Premiere by Andrew Gans

The Hamilton Tony winner is part of a world premiere inspired by Martin Luther King, Jr.

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How Do You Write an A Cappella Musical? by Ruthie Fierberg

Four friends turned their love of a cappella music into the groundbreaking new Broadway musical In Transit.

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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