Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Jitney review – August Wilson's playful and poignant drama is a triumph by Alexis Soloski

Samuel J Friedman TheatreExtraordinary performances help to bring the decorated playwright’s 1979 script to life for the first time on BroadwayThe Broadway debut of August Wilson’s Jitne…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:48PM

STAGE TUBE: Thousands Turn Out for Star-Studded Anti-Trump Protest in NYC by Stage Tube

On the eve of the inauguration of Donald J. Trump, thousands took to the streets in New York City, flooding the avenues surrounding Columbus Circle to witness a star-studded protest against …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:26PM

Chrissy Teigen Tweets About Paparazzi's Incredibly Racist John Legend Question by Karen Brill

Stars, they're just like us, give or take an unfathomable reservoir of patience in the face of obvious baiting. Chrissy Teigen took to Twitter to share an incredibly gross paparazzi incident…

SOURCE: Vulture at 11:21PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Adam's Call: Melinda Hughes: Cheers Darling: Right Track Baby by Call Me Adam

Adam's Call: For British satirist Melinda Hughes, the trip over to NYC from England was well worth it because her new cabaret show "Cheers Darling" is fantastic! What more can I say about Me…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 10:30PM

Adam's Call: Melinda Hughes: Cheers Darling: Right Track Baby by Adam Rothenberg

Adam's Call: For British satirist Melinda Hughes, the trip over to NYC from England was well worth it because her new cabaret show "Cheers Darling" is fantastic! What more can I say about …

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 10:30PM

Review: ‘Albatross’ Has an Ancient Mariner but Modern Technology by Laura Collins-Hughes

This solo show, written by Matthew Spangler and Benjamin Evett and starring Mr. Evett, is based on the poem by Samuel Taylor Coleridge.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:18PM

Review: August Wilson’s ‘Jitney’ Magnifies Marginalized Souls by Ben Brantley

With soaring language and an improvisatory jazz spirit, Ruben Santiago-Hudson’s revival brings lives shaped by privation to throbbing life.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:18PM

'Parade the Circle' at Cleveland Museum of Art by Blouin Artinfo

Cleveland Museum of Art presents 'Parade the Circle' on June 10, 2017.For 27 years, the Cleveland Museum of Art has been bringing this free signature summer event to Greater Cleveland. Unive…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 10:16PM

This Week in L.A. Theatre by Julio Martinez

IN THE NEWS In its first LA performance since the early 1950s, Kurt Weill’s rarely produced social indictment of apartheid-era South Africa, Lost in the Stars, will be staged by…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 10:15PM

'MIX: Expression' at Cleveland Museum of Art by Blouin Artinfo

Cleveland Museum of Art presents 'MIX: Expression', on February 9, 2017Explore the power of words and art in this special Thursday MIX. The museum opens up on a special night just for MIX at…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 10:14PM

Broadway Review: August Wilson’s ‘Jitney’ by Gordon Cox

With August Wilson’s “Fences” playing in movie theaters and Andre Holland attracting Oscar buzz for his star-making performance in “Moonlight,” Manhattan Theat…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:00PM

Review: Jitney

August Wilson's 1979 play comes to Broadway, completing his epic century cycle.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Landmarks by Arts Review

A significant exhibition comprising works from some of the world’s most influential artists including Christo, Richard Long and Andy Goldsworthy, Landmarks opens at the Blue Mountains Ci…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 09:56PM

Does Cher 'Believe' in Her New Bio-Musical? by BroadwayWorld

The New York Post has reported that music legend Cher was in town this week to take in a top-secret reading of a new bio-musical based on the singer's life and career.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54PM

The Happy Prince by Arts Review

The Happy Prince opens beautifully. From blackout, it’s a blue light up first that gently gives way to orange. Dawn. Brighter still and we see a woman standing with her back to the audienc…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 09:32PM

Varla Jean Merman Gives a BIG HPV by Sandi Durell

by Sandi Durell     Since I happen to be spending some time here in Puerto Vallarta, Mx. it’s easy to feel right at home in cabaret land with so many of the usual suspects who I …

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 09:25PM

'Jitney' review: Broadway masters gritty August Wilson play

In the beginning, there was "Jitney." It was 1979, years before August Wilson became justifiably revered for his great 10-play Century Cycle, and decades before "Fences," which, thanks to De…

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 09:24PM

Peaches Christ Superstar review – a searing, defiantly queer take on the crucifixion by Cassie Tongue

Theatre Royal, HobartPeaches’ reinterpretation of Jesus Christ Superstar retains the rock-opera roots of the original while infusing it with new meaning and her trademark humourIn Heaven o…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:18PM

On the Couch with Robert Reid by Arts Review

Who is Robert Reid? Robert Reid is the Artistic Director of Pop Up Playground. He’s a playwright who’s written for the Melbourne Theatre Company and a theatre historian who’s in the pr…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 09:17PM

Theater Review: Jitney, or How August Wilson Learned to Drive by Jesse Green

August Wilson was still a young artist, if no longer a young man, when he started work on Jitney at age 34. Was the play, about some car-service drivers scratching out a living, meant as a o…

SOURCE: Vulture at 09:17PM

August Wilson’s Jitney review at Samuel J Friedman Theatre, New York – ‘piercing drama’ by Nicole Serratore

Honour, family, lost promise, and legacy are the broad themes that August Wilson hones in Jitney, his tale of a motley crew

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Pinocchio to open at National Theatre for Christmas

The show, a huge coup for the NT, will be directed by John Tiffany, whose stage hits include Harry Potter And The Cursed Child, and will open in the National’s Lyttelton auditorium in Dece…

SOURCE: Daily Mail at 08:59PM

Martin Scorsese’s ‘Silence’ Adds Hundreds of Theaters Ahead of Oscar Nominations by Dave McNary

Paramount Studios is opting to more than triple the number of North American locations this weekend for Martin Scorsese’s historical drama “Silence” as Oscar nominations l…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:57PM

Arts leaders react to possible Trump call for eliminating cultural programs: Not this again by Peggy McGlone Washington Post

A published report that members of the Trump administration are considering sweeping budget cuts that include eliminating cultural agencies have left some arts leaders with a strong feeling …

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 08:42PM

Rep's 'Constellations' explores the implications of parallel universes by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

'Constellations' explores the implications of parallel universes

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 08:42PM

Best Bets: Yonder Mountain String Band, Sesame Street Live, Family Winter Carnival and more by Go! Magazine Staff

Our staff picks the best things to do this week — with a look ahead.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 08:42PM

'An American in Paris' at the Fox is a postwar dream by Judith Newmark St. Louis Post-Dispatch

'An American in Paris' layers one beautiful detail over another

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 08:42PM

'Jitney': Theater Review

Actor-turned-director Ruben Santiago-Hudson's natural feel for the plays of August Wilson yields a superb production of 'Jitney,' the final work in the late dramatist's landmark 10-part cycl…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:30PM

Chicago Theater Review: A DISAPPEARING NUMBER (TimeLine Theatre Company) by Lawrence Bommer

THE PURITY OF INFINITY Mathematics can be maddening. Unless reflected in music (as in Bach), the “numbers game” feels stuck in a seemingly sterile realm of abstract entities, perfect in …

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 08:29PM

JITNEY - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Matthew Murray

August Wilson, who built his playwriting name on his "Century Cycle" covering the African-American experience during each decade of the 20th century, eventually proved expert at intertwining…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 08:19PM

Review and Article: The Dover Quartet at the Kennedy Center Family Theater by David Rohde

Lord knows there are a lot of young string quartets out there trying to make an impact on both classical music and the cultural scene generally. They even have their own competitions to try …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:18PM

'Jitney' Broadway review: A stirring completion of August Wilson's Century Cycle by Vicki Hyman | Nj Advance Media For Nj.com

'Jitney,' set in 1970s Pittsburgh, is the last of August Wilson's Century Cycle to debut on Broadway

SOURCE: NJ.com at 08:00PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Hundreds Gather At Theaters To Support Diversity, Inclusion by Christopher Arnott

HARTFORD — Hundreds of people stood outside Hartford theaters Thursday night. They shined flashlights, battery-operated candles and cellphones in what was intended as a collective artistic…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:45PM

Bee-Luther-Hatchee by Steven Morris

The post Bee-Luther-Hatchee appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 07:41PM

‘Jitney’, ‘Under The Radar’ Reviews: August Wilson’s Genius Shone Through From The Start by Jeremy Gerard

Among the achievements of the American theater over the last century, August Wilson’s work ranks comfortably with the best. Any one of the plays he wrote — one for each decade of…

SOURCE: Deadline at 07:30PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Samantha Massell and Alexandra Silber by Broadway.com

Samantha Massell and Alexandra Silber stop by Broadway.com HQ to chat about Samantha's upcoming Feinstein's/54 Below show (where Alexandra will be a guest star!), Fiddler on the Roof…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:24PM

See What the Critics Had to Say About August Wilson’s Jitney on Broadway by Robert Viagas

Directed by Tony winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson, the play is part of the two-time Pulitzer Prize winner’s American Century Cycle.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:23PM

Review Roundup: August Wilson's JITNEY Opens on Broadway by Review Roundups

The long-awaited Broadway debut ofAugust Wilson'sJitney, directed by Tony Award winnerRuben Santiago-HudsonThe Piano Lesson, Seven Guitars, Gem of the Ocean, opens tonight at MTC'sSamuel J. …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:14PM

Almeida to stage anarchic comedy about Rupert Murdoch at the Sun by Hannah Ellis-Petersen

James Graham’s Fleet Street play part of season which includes the return of Ben Whishaw and a series of films in which actors perform famous speeches, available on the Guardian websiteThe…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:12PM

Winter Solstice, Orange Tree Theatre by Aleks.sierz

New play about the cultivated face of fascism is fascinating if flawedA day or so after Theresa May’s keynote speech about Brexit the words Europe and European carry an electric charge. Fo…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 07:12PM

What does Cher think of the musical about her life? by Michael Riedel

You didn’t hear this from me, but this week Cher was at the very first read-through of a new musical based on her life. I’m going to give you a few details, but I’m begging you: Don’…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 07:03PM

Photos: Something Rotten! National Tour Launches in Boston by Hannah Vine

Adam Pascal, Rob McClure, and Josh Grisetti head the cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:00PM

The Dance Enthusiast Hits the Streets for an Ailey Classics Workshop with Judith Jamison at the Ailey Extension by The Dance Enthusiast

Tonight, by the way, is January 5th, 2017, Alvin Ailey’s birthday: he would have been 86 years old. What better place to celebrate a legendary choreographer than in dance class where the m…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 07:00PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Wilma Theater presents Nick Payne’s ‘Constellations’ by Mark Cofta

The Wilma’s 'Constellations' illustrates the mind-blowing concept of the multiverse – in a beautiful love story. Mark Cofta reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 06:52PM

STAGE TUBE: Take A Look at the Impact of the National Endowment for the Arts on American Culture by Stage Tube

According to The Hill, members of Donald Trump's transition team have been meeting ahead of tomorrow's inauguration to outline plans for the 'Heritage blueprint' to reduce federal spending b…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:47PM

Cleveland theater auditions for Jan. 20 and beyond: "Bloom" at French Creek Theatre & More by Mark Rapp, The Plain Dealer

Cleveland audition notices for Northeast Ohio for Jan. 20 and beyond.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 06:45PM

Playing The Price: Mark Ruffalo, Danny DeVito, Tony Shalhoub & More on the Arthur Miller Classic by Broadway.com

Learning about the classic Arthur Miller drama from the cast of the 2017 revival: Mark Ruffalo, Tony Shalhoub, Danny DeVito & Jessica Hecht and director Terry Kinney.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:18PM

Let's Have Lunch: Backstage at Sunset Boulevard with Michael Xavier, Episode 1: Welcome! by Broadway.com

Sunset Boulevard star Michael Xavier gives us a taste of rehearsals for the highly anticipated revival in the first episode of his vlog, Let's Have Lunch.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:18PM

Trump Administration May Eliminate National Endowments for the Arts and Humanities by Adam Hetrick

The plan to reduce federal spending by $10.5 trillion over the next decade could drastically impact the nation’s arts programs.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:06PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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Still in transition: D.C. theaters, seeking leaders of color by Nelson Pressley

The million-dollar issue gets new initiatives and funding to bring about change.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 05:54PM

John J. Caswell Jr. Named P73 Playwriting Fellow by Olivia Clement

Selected from more than 400 applicants, he will receive a total of $20,000 in developmental support.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:25PM

Review: ‘John’ at Arden Theatre Company by Deb Miller

Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Annie Baker is unsurpassed in her modern-day observations on the human condition and how we respond to it: the afflictions that impact us; the troubled rela…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 05:23PM

'Disappearing Number' finds refuge in love and pure mathematics by Chris Jones

"When the world is mad," wrote legendary British scholar G.H. Hardy, "a mathematician may find in mathematics an incomparable anodyne." So does that mean that those who consider the ascensio…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 05:23PM

TODAY Goes Behind the Scenes with Hamilton’s Taran Killam by Ruthie Fierberg

The former Saturday Night Live actor makes his Broadway debut as King George.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:21PM

Oscars record for ‘La La Land’: Will it be the 3rd film ever to receive 14 nominations? by Amanda Spears

“All About Eve” (1950) and “Titanic” (1997) are currently tied for the most Oscar nominations in history with 14 each. If “La La Land” should equal this haul on Tuesday, January …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 05:15PM

Odds & Ends: Jennifer Lopez Talks Getting Bye Bye Birdie Right, Anne Hathaway & Rebel Wilson Are Nasty Women & More by Lindsey Sullivan

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Jennifer Lopez Wants Rosie in Full Bloom for Bye Bye Birdie As reported, pop superstar Jennifer Lopez will play Rosie i…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:12PM

Jitney by Wendy Caster

Due to some health issues, it has been two and a half months since I've seen a play--what a gift that the first one back was August Wilson's superb Jitney, beautifully directed by Ruben Sant…

SOURCE: Show Showdown at 05:12PM

NextMove Dance presents Doug Varone and Dancers (first review) by Merilyn Jackson

Doug Varone and Dancers bring four worthy pieces to NextMove Dance at the Prince Theater. Merilyn Jackson reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 05:07PM

Video Flash: Ryan Spahn, Jeanine Serralles, and More Star in Gloria at the Goodman Theatre

Evan Cabnet directs Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Pulitzer Prize finalist with its Vineyard Theatre cast.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Photo Flash: EXCLUSIVE: LaChanze Records New EP In Anticipation of Upcoming Concert

The Tony winner will present her show Feeling Good at the Highline Ballroom.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

In 'Adler & Gibb,' the business of art - painted with familiar brushstrokes by Charles McNulty

Last week an artistic leader greeted an opening-night audience with a spiel about why supporting theater is more important now than ever. She was referring to the new political reality, and …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 05:00PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Wicked to Return to U.K./Ireland to Play 10 Cities in 2018 by Mark Shenton

The touring company has been “Defying Gravity” in the Far East.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:50PM

Unholy a passionate debate about women and religion: review by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

In newest play by Diane Flacks, four women debate the question 'Should women abandon religion?'

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 04:46PM

Alice Ripley Will Headline Media Theatre’s Gala in Pennsylvania by Michael Gioia

The Star Struck Fundraising Gala will be held February 25 in Media.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:41PM

Photos: Mark Ruffalo, Danny DeVito, and the Cast of The Price Meet the Press by Hannah Vine

Terry Kinney directs the show, which officially opens March 16 at the American Airlines Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:34PM

Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical , The YouTube All-Stars Edition

It's like the ultimate Hair cast album, YouTube style.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 04:33PM

Celine Dion Will Sing Original Song for Live Beauty and the Beast by Ruthie Fierberg

The Grammy-winning artist returns to her Beauty roots.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:30PM

First Look at Death Takes a Holiday in London by Hannah Vine

The European premiere of the Maury Yeston, Peter Stone, and Thomas Meehan musical plays at London’s Charing Cross Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:27PM

Jireh Breon Holder's Civil Rights Work TOO HEAVY FOR YOUR POCKET Gets Rolling World Premiere with Roundabout by BroadwayWorld

The Trustees of The Laurents Hatcher Foundation, Inc. have announced that Too Heavy For Your Pocket by JIREH BREON HOLDER is recipient of the Laurents Hatcher Foundation Award.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:25PM

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at Michael Feinstein, Billy Porter, Andrea McArdle and More in AMERICAN SONGBOOK AT NJPAC, Coming to NJTV by BroadwayWorld

NJTV, New Jersey's public television network, announced the fourth season of the award-winning music series, American Songbook at NJPAC, hosted for the first time by multi-platinum-selling e…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM

BWW TV: THE PRICE Company Gets Ready to Bring Arthur Miller Back to Broadway! by Tv - Press Previews

The company just met the press and you can catch up with the company as they begin their rehearsal process below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:24PM

Know a Theatre: Black Ensemble Theater of Chicago by American Theatre Editors

This Windy City theatre works to eradicate racism and unite audiences through its performances and educational programming.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 04:24PM

Artists Reflect on Climate Change in New Boundary-Defying Work by Olivia Clement

A Period of Animate Existence is co-created by composer Troy Herion, Great Comet designer Mimi Lien, and director Dan Rothenberg.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:23PM

Immersive Drunkle Vanya Extends at Russian Samovar by Olivia Clement

The interactive adaptation of Chekhov ‘s Uncle Vanya is from the creators of Drunk Shakespeare.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:23PM

TODAY – Spotlighters Theatre is taking part in the National Ghostlight Project by Patricia Mitchell

TODAY at 5:30 p.m. in each time zone across the country, members of the theater community – from Broadway to regional theaters to high schools and colleges and community theaters – will …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:18PM

Arts Leaders Speak Out About Trump's Plans to Eliminate National Endowment For The Arts by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld reported earlier today, according to The Hill, members of Donald Trump's transition team have been meeting ahead of tomorrow's inauguration to outline plans for the 'Heritag…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:16PM

Billy Porter and Daphne Rubin-Vega Pay Tribute to Off-Broadway by Olivia Clement

At the opening for the new A.R.T/New York theatres, the two actors reflected on their early careers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:08PM

Seven Plays to Premiere as Part of “Princeton and Slavery Project” by Robert Viagas

Emily Mann and MacArthur Genius Fellow Branden Jacobs-Jenkins are among those creating scripts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:04PM

Sequence crackles enough to hold your attention, but the characters are counters at best by Robert Cushman

Robert Cushman: Sequence belongs to the growing genre of scientific-mathematical-philosophical plays that proceed through argument, usually spiced with melodrama

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 04:04PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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The Band’s Visit Actors Join Next Broadway Villains Party Lineup by Michael Gioia

The Broadway Villains Party will return to Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:55PM

Hamilton Reaches Diverse Crowd by Rino16

The “Hamilton” play is very interesting for a mirage of different reasons. It has been getting stellar reviews, and it is being praised by tons of older people, but young people …

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 03:38PM

DC Theater Friday: Lisa Loomer’s ‘Roe’ hits Washington by Nelson Pressley

Last call for ‘The Gabriels: Election year in the Life of One Family.’

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:36PM

Photo Flash: Celine Dion to Perform Original Tune by Menken & Rice for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Soundtrack; Art Unveiled! by Movies News Desk

Five-time GRAMMY-winning and best-selling recording artist Celine Dion will perform an all-new original song, 'How Does A Moment Last Forever,' for Disney's live-action 'Beauty and the Beast…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:35PM

Playback: Damien Chazelle on ‘La La Land,’ ‘First Man’ and Daring to Dream by Kristopher Tapley

This week, a final stab at Oscar predictions with nominations on the way. Also, director Damien Chazelle discusses his film "La La Land."

SOURCE: Variety at 03:30PM

Fountain Theatre Announces 2017-18 Season by American Theatre Editors

Next season will feature world premieres from Robert Schenkkan, Jeremy J. Kamps, Deborah Lawlor, and Stephen Sachs.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:27PM

BroadwayCon Launches, and Oh Hello Says Goodbye by Olivia Clement

The Know: What not to miss in theatre January 19–29.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:19PM

Carolee Carmello, Mary Testa, and Robert Cuccioli Will Sing Musicals of the 1920s by Michael Gioia

The concert event is part of Town Hall’s Broadway by the Year series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:16PM

STAGE TUBE: Watch Margo Seibert, Ariana DeBose and Justin Guarini Unite and Stand Together with WP THEATER by Stage Tube

WP THEATER united Broadway talents Margo Seibert In Transit, Ariana DeBose A Bronx Tale and Justin Guarini In Transit to sing WP Lab Member's Zoe Sarnak's amazing anthem, 'Stand With Me.' Wr…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:16PM

Review: The Weir (Irish Theatre of Chicago) by Lauren Whalen

Playwright Conor McPherson’s writing captures the quintessential nature of the Irish, though I wish The Weir’s sole female character was more broadly defined and less of a stereotype. Ov…

SOURCE: Chicago Theater Beat at 03:12PM

Alien Creature mercilessly paints multiple shades of sadness by Martha Schabas

Written by late playwright Linda Griffiths, Alien Creature quietly condemns the way free markets push artists to the socio-economic fringe

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 03:06PM

American Theater Company Names Katie Klemme Managing Director by American Theatre Editors

The company's resident stage manager has stepped into the new leadership role.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:06PM

Alexander Hamilton Documents Fetch $2.6 Million at Auction by Jennifer Schuessler

Hundreds of manuscripts and letters held by Hamilton descendants for 200 years — some of them previously unknown — were sold at auction on Wednesday.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:04PM

Spotlight On...Danny K. Bernstein by Michael Block

Name: Danny K BernsteinHometown: Hartsdale, NYEducation: Cornell University, Class of 2014Favorite Credits: Far From Canterbury (Winner - Outstanding Overall Musical, FringeNYC 2015)Why thea…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 03:04PM

Review: 13 Things About Ed Carpolotti

Two-time Tony nominee Penny Fuller shines in a chamber piece at the Broad Stage.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: Kate Tarker to Receive Vineyard Theatre's 2017 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award

The award is made possible through the generosity of the Tournesol Project.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: York Theatre Company to Present Charles Troy's Hello, Jerry!

The one-night multimedia presentation celebrates the life and career of Broadway composer Jerry Herman.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Review: The Hard Problem

Studio Theatre observes scientists observing consciousness.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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5 Perks of Staying at the Official Hotel of BroadwayCon by Playbill Staff

Don’t miss out on your chance to be in the room where it happens at BroadwayCon, while staying in the heart of Broadway. Take advantage of the limited offer before it’s gone!

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:54PM

Why Sydney festival's wooing of the west points to the future of the arts by Brigid Delaney

Performing arts companies tend to cluster in inner-city precincts but taking the road less travelled can lead to transformative theatre experiencesHeigh-ho, heigh-ho, it’s off to the theat…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:54PM

Review: Martin McDonagh’s The Beauty Queen of Leenane at BAM by Henry Stewart

The revival of Martin McDonagh’s The Beauty Queen of Leenane is a funny and crushing production. The post Review: Martin McDonagh’s <em>The Beauty Queen of Leenane</em> at BA…

SOURCE: Slant Magazine at 02:49PM

7 B’way Stars Who Started as Swings and Understudies

Fans and actors took to Twitter yesterday to celebrate #nationalswingday, but what exactly is a  Broadway swing? While many actors dream of landing a spot at the top, some may end …

SOURCE: Backstage at 02:49PM

What comedian Sandra Shamas is watching and reading by Brad Wheeler

Call them the seeds of her content. This time of year, the unsinkable comedian and vegetable enthusiast Sandra Shamas reads seed guides as she envisions her summer garden. The annual catalog…

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 02:46PM

Review: ‘The Three Penny Opera’ at Spotlighters Theatre by Patricia Mitchell

Ever-willing to mount bold musicals with large casts you’d never expect to see in such an intimate, cozy space (remember last year’s gorgeous Evita?), Fuzz Roark at Audrey Herman Spotlig…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:43PM

At a pivotal political moment, Roe v. Wade unfolds again, this time on stage by Peter Marks

“Roe” tells the story of one of the most contentious Supreme Court rulings of modern times.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 02:36PM

End Up Here by Steven Morris

The post End Up Here appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 02:34PM

Photo Flash: Rob McClure, Adam Pascal, Josh Grisetti and More Celebrate SOMETHING ROTTEN!'s Tour Launch in Boston by BroadwayWorld

The completely original new musical Something Rotten, directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw The Book of Mormon, Aladdin, with music and lyrics by Grammy Award winner…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:21PM

Review: Resolution 2017, The Place by Emily May

Resolution 2017 is the 28th edition of the celebrated platform for emerging contemporary dance choreographers. With a different triple-bill every night for just over a month, Resolution prov…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 02:18PM

HAMILTON's Seth Stewart to Announce Broadway Green Alliance's College Green Captain Prize at USITT by BroadwayWorld

Seth Stewart, an original cast member of Broadway's HAMILTON, currently playing Marquis de LafayetteThomas Jefferson, has been added to the stellar lineup of participants at the 2017 United …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM

Photo Coverage: Mark Ruffalo, Danny DeVito, Jessica Hecht & Tony Shalhoub Get Ready to Bring THE PRICE to Broadway by Walter McBride

The company just met the press and you can check out complete photo coverage from the big day below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM

Excerpts of Broadway-Bound OSLO Set for 'Works & Process' Series at Guggenheim by BroadwayWorld

On Monday, March 6, 2017 at 730pm, Works amp Process at the Guggenheim presents a discussion with Oslo playwright J.T. Rogers and director Bartlett Sher prior to the play'sBroadway premiere.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM

COME FROM AWAY Cast Poses for Vanity Fair by BroadwayWorld

The new musical Come From Away will begin performances on Broadway on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre 236 West 45th Street and officially open Sunday, March 12, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM

Interactive Timeline: Big BroadwayWorld Happy Birthday Wishes to Michael Crawford by Stage Tube

BroadwayWorld is joining the chorus today of those wishing Michael Crawford a happy 75th Birthday by featuring an interactive timeline of the star's career - that's featured on his new web s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM

Off-Broadway Theater Review: Finian's Rainbow by Lauren Yarger

Jeremiah James and Melissa Errico. Photo: Carol Rosegg Finian's RainbowMusic by Burton LaneBook by E.Y. Harburg and Fred SaidyLyrics by E.Y. HarburgAdapted and Directed by Charlotte Moo…

SOURCE: reflectionsinthelight.blogspot.com at 02:15PM

TCG Announces 11th Round of Fox Foundation Actor Fellowships by American Theatre Editors

The grants will provide support for actors to develop community projects and new works at host theatres.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:14PM

Composers Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty Exploring 'New Musical Concepts' for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Revival by BroadwayWorld

Just last month, a music workshop was held in NYC. 'It was absolutely thrilling.' Flaherty told BroadwayWorld. 'In collaboration with director Michael Arden, vocal designer Ann Marie Milazzo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:13PM

Photos: Billy Porter Hosts Official Opening of A.R.T./New York Theatres by Marc J. Franklin

Tony Award winner Billy Porter hosted the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Off-Broadway’s new A.R.T./New York Theatres venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:11PM

Review: ‘The City of Conversation’ at The Colonial Players of Annapolis by Charles Green

The Colonial Players of Annapolis’ production of The City of Conversation is a powerful, timely play. Written by Anthony Giardina and directed by Ruben Vellekoop, it is about families and …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:08PM

First Nighter: Harriet Walter's Prospero in Phyllida Lloyd's Blazing "The Tempest" by David Finkle

This, of course, is no reason for anyone to pass up the enormous pleasures Lloyd, Walters and company bring to it. There

SOURCE: Huffington Post at 02:07PM

First Nighter: Harriet Walter's Prospero in Phyllida Lloyd's Blazing "The Tempest" by David Finkle

Among the other tricks Lloyd has up her sleeve is the strung-together detritus (many empty plastic bottles and other junk

SOURCE: www.huffpost.com at 02:07PM

Two Broadway Hits Will Reach Milestones This Month by Robert Viagas

The Lion King and The Phantom of the Opera continue to break long-run records.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:04PM

Kate Tarker Receives 2017 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award by American Theatre Editors

The playwright will receive artistic development support from the theatre and a cash prize.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 02:02PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Block Talk: Episode 4- Matt Mastromatteo by Michael Block

In today's episode of Block Talk, we sit down with Matt Mastromatteo as we dive into the world of balancing life, grad school, and producing a FringeNYC play!To listen to Block Talk, visit u…

SOURCE: TheaterInTheNow at 01:54PM

The Friends Musical Parody Is Coming to NYC & Here’s A Look at the Cast

Meet the six young actors taking on Ross, Rachel, Chandler, Monica, Joey, & Phoebe in New York City's Friends musical.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 01:49PM

With Three Shows, Rehearsal Never Stops for Director Trip Cullman by Michael Gioia

This season also marks Cullman’s Broadway debut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:45PM

EVITA – Southampton by Johnny Fox

It won’t be easy, you’ll think it strange – but Evita in 1978 was the last show co-written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Despite their later separate successes, it remains an of…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:30PM

Cast Members from The Great Comet Will Head to Feinstein’s/54 Below by Michael Gioia

The cast will take part in an evening of original songs and stories.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:27PM

Carolee Carmello, Mary Testa, Robert Cuccioli and More to Tackle the '20s in BROADWAY BY THE YEAR at Town Hall by BroadwayWorld

Tony Award-nominees Carolee Carmello Parade, Scandalous, Mary Testa Xanadu, 42nd Street, On the Town, Robert Cuccioli Jekyll amp Hyde, Spider Man Turn Off the Dark, withBeth Malone Fun Home …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:23PM

Consider the Lilies by Darryl Reilly

As Paul Harold, a 60ish artist, Pendleton has a leading role that wonderfully showcases his idiosyncratic and considerable talents. With his unruly white hair, limber physicality and distin…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 01:21PM

Broadway Weekly Buying Guide, Presented by SeatGeek: January 19, 2017 by BroadwayWorld

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

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

NFL's Eddie George Headed Back to the Courtroom for CHICAGO Tour in Akron by BroadwayWorld

The touring company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome NFL Legend and Heisman Trophy winner Eddie George in the role of 'Billy Flynn' for a special t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Up on the Marquee: Arthur Miller's THE PRICE by Walter McBride

Arthur Miller'sThe Pricewill begin preview performances on Thursday, February 16, and open officially on Thursday, March 16, 2017. This is a limited engagement through May 7, 2017 on Broadwa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Natalie Casey joins the cast of Stepping Out by Matthew Hemley

Natalie Casey has joined the cast of Stepping Out in the West End. She joins the previously announced Amanda Holden, Tracy-Ann Oberman

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:12PM

Bedlam theater troupe brings its simple style and staging to the McCarter by Natalie Pompilio | For Nj Advance Media

The critically-acclaimed collective offers "St. Joan" and "Hamlet" through Feb. 12.

SOURCE: NJ.com at 01:07PM

Shoshana Bean to Headline NYCGMC and YPC's HARMONY Gala Next Month by BroadwayWorld

Big Apple Performing Arts, the home of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus and Youth Pride Chorus, today announced that Broadway powerhouse, Shoshana Bean, will perform live at their eighth a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:06PM

Lauren Worsham, Christy Altomare and More Set for ARTISTS FOR WORLD PEACE ON BROADWAY Benefit by BroadwayWorld

Artists for World Peace, a nonprofit organization, will host its 6th annual Broadway event on Sunday, February 19th, at The Cutting Room, 44 East 32nd Street, Manhattan, New York.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:02PM

Video Flash: Go Behind the Scenes at Hamilton With Taran Killam and Al Roker

Roker interviews the musical's newest King George for the Today Show.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Danny DeVito, Mark Ruffalo & the Cast of Arthur Miller's The Price Prep for the Play's Broadway Return by Lindsey Sullivan

Arthur Miller's The Price returns to Broadway this season with a cast full of acting heavy-hitters. Golden Globe and Emmy winner Danny DeVito will make his Great White Way debut in the d…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:54PM

Cult Show Rachael Lily Rosenbloom Gets 54 Below Concert in NYC by Robert Viagas

Fans of the1973 show that closed in previews didn’t ever forget it.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:36PM

NEWS: Michael McLean’s Years of Sunlight premieres at Theatre503 by Press Releases

After this weekend's Top Trumps mini-festival in response to the US presidential inauguration of Donald Trump, Lisa Spirling's inaugural season as artistic director of London's Theatre 503 o…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:30PM

Why I’m predicting ‘La La Land’ to win Best Original Screenplay at the Oscars by Zach Laws

When “La La Land” won the award for Best Screenplay at the Golden Globes, most pundits chalked it up to an across-the-board sweep for the film. But it may actually be a sign of t…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:30PM

At Long Last, August Wilson’s ‘Jitney’ Pulls Into Broadway by Harry Haun

The first attempts at playwriting of two of the greats are currently nestled together in neighboring theaters on West 47th Street: At the Barrymore at present is The Present, the latest latt…

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 12:30PM

Bruce Springsteen gives farewell concert for Obama staffers by Josh Lederman

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama&apos;s farewell gift to some of his longtime staffers was a private concert from &quot;The Boss.&quot;...

SOURCE: Associated Press at 12:29PM

‘Miss You Like Hell’: An American Tragedy by American Theatre Editors

Quiara Alegría Hudes changed her mother/daughter drama into a musical. Then the world changed even more.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:28PM

Theatre News: Branch of fast food chain Leon to only hire performers

The branch located opposite the Queen's Theatre will only hire staff who can act, sing and dance

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:18PM

Private Manning Goes to Washington Playwright Responds to Chelsea Manning Commutation by Olivia Clement

Stan Richardson reflects on President Obama’s recent commutation of Manning’s 35-year sentence.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:17PM

NY Public Library for the Performing Arts' Archives Specialist Diana Bertolini on the First Draft of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG by Nypl For The Performing Arts

BroadwayWorld continues our exclusive content series, in collaboration with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, which delves into the library's unparalleled archives, and re…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:11PM

FIRST LOOK: The Girls In Rehearsals by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo We are pleased to bring you this first look at rehearsals for The Girls, a new musical based on Calendar Girls by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth by Matt Crockett. The Girls stars …

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 12:10PM

Cast, Creative Team Set for Eric Ulloa's Sandy Hook Play 26 PEBBLES in Dayton by BroadwayWorld

The Human Race Theatre Company gives voice to an entire town of people who first witnessed unimaginable heartbreak, then suffered through emotional pain and unanswered questions before learn…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:10PM

Steven Pasquale and Dylan Baker Among Stars Set for Williamstown Theatre’s NYC Gala by Robert Viagas

The event is a fundraiser for the Massachusetts summer theatre festival.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:10PM

Seven Questions with In Transit Star Colin Hanlon

Colin Hanlon talks joining Broadway's In Transit, his Mariah moments, and Liza's birthday party.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 12:08PM

London Theater Review: Timely Satire ‘Winter Solstice’ by Gordon Cox

Fascism doesn’t kick the door down on arrival. It waits for an invite, then makes itself at home. A response to the rise of the far-right in Europe – or, more accurately, its re-rise –…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:07PM

Print Room turns on Equity in ‘yellowface’ casting row by Georgia Snow

  West London venue the Print Room has accused Equity of misrepresenting and misquoting its public statement in the midst of a

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:06PM

MPs call for ban on unpaid arts internships by Matthew Hemley

A group of cross-party MPs is calling on the government to ban unpaid internships in the sector, following evidence submitted to an

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:06PM

Hackney Empire’s Susie McKenna steps down after seven years by Matthew Hemley

Hackney Empire creative director Susie McKenna has stepped down from the role after seven years. She will take on a new part-time

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:06PM

Production news round-up: January 11 to 17 by The Stage

Musicals Carolyn Maitland is to join the UK tour of Ghost, replacing Sarah Harding. Maitland will play Molly in the musical when

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:06PM

Alan Cumming's 'SAPPY SONGS' to Headline Long Wharf Theatre's 2017 Gala by BroadwayWorld

Long Wharf Theatre will present Tony Award-winning Broadway, film and television star Alan Cumming at its annual Gala on Monday, June 5.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

Up on the Marquee: PRESENT LAUGHTER, Starring Kevin Kline by Walter McBride

Academy Award and two-time Tony Award winner Kevin Kline will make his long awaited return to the Broadway stage, following a decade-long absence, to star in Noel Coward's uproarious comedy,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

Photo Coverage: Billy Porter & Daphne Rubin-Vega Help Launch ART Theatres by Walter McBride

Just yesterday, The Alliance of Resident TheatresNew York,New York City's leading service and advocacy organization for nonprofit theatre, welcomedBilly Porterto host the official opening an…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

Photo Coverage: ON YOUR FEET! Congas Into 500th Performance on Broadway! by Walter McBride

Just yesterday at the Marquis Theatre, the company of ON YOUR FEET celebrated its 500th performance on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there for the special day and you can check out photos below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Stage Stars Perform Hillary Clinton's Speeches on Film on Inauguration Day by Stage Tube

A selection of the brightest stars of classical music and Broadway will participate in a filmed concert performance of two of Hillary Clinton's watershed speeches, both of which have been se…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

FREEZE FRAME: The Company of Arthur Miller's THE PRICE Meets the Press by Walter McBride

Arthur Miller'sThe Pricewill begin preview performances on Thursday, February 16, and open officially on Thursday, March 16, 2017. This is a limited engagement through May 7, 2017 on Broadwa…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:03PM

L.A. theater openings, Jan. 22-29: 'Moby Dick' and more by Matt Cooper

This week: A lively adaptation of “Moby Dick” sails into South Coast Rep. Plus, a new drama about the inner workings of the brain, and the conclusion of Arlene Hutton’s “Nibroc Tr…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 12:00PM

Photo Flash: Mark Ruffalo, Danny DeVito, Tony Shalhoub, and Jessica Hecht Preview The Price

Arthur Miller's drama returns to Broadway under the direction of Terry Kinney.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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London Hamilton Tix Already Being Scalped by Robert Viagas

Scalpers quickly figured out a way around security measures.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:57AM

EXCLUSIVE: See Laura Osnes, Lindsay Mendez, and Amber Iman Sing 75 Years of Barbra Streisand by Hannah Vine

Fran Drescher hosted the concert that took place January 13 in Washington, D.C.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM

Train with Pig Iron Theatre in Chicago by Bt

Performers as CreatorsJoin Pig Iron Theatre Company member Melissa Krodman for a weekend workshop focusing on the performer as creator of original material. The workshop will highlight the m…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 11:54AM

NEWS: The Play That Goes Wrong celebrates its 1001st performance tonight by Press Releases

The Play That Goes Wrong would have been delighted to announce its 1000th performance. However, in true goes wrong fashion, producers of the hit play have realised that due to an incompetent…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:50AM

Idina Menzel on Why President Obama Should Star in Wicked by Lindsey Sullivan

January 19 marks President Barack Obama's last day in office, but Idina Menzel's got an idea for his next gig. She stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to discuss her forthc…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

Get Glossy! Full Casting Announced for Broadway's War Paint, Starring Patti LuPone & Christine Ebersole by Lindsey Sullivan

The cast is set for Broadway's War Paint, starring two-time Tony winners Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole. Directed by Michael Greif, the new Broadway musical about beauty titans Hele…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

Head Backstage at Hamilton for Taran Killam's First Performance by Lindsey Sullivan

Talk about a comedy king! Saturday Night Live alum Taran Killam is currently reigning as King George in Hamilton. The Today Show went behind-the-scenes with him during rehearsal and on the e…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:48AM

Oscar predictions: Best Film Editing nominations for ‘La La Land,’ ‘Moonlight,’ ‘Hacksaw Ridge’ & more by Marcus James Dixon

More than 2,500 predictors at Gold Derby believe that “La La Land” will win Best Film Editing at the Oscars. Are they right? If not, what are the biggest rivals to the whimsical …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 11:45AM

The Magic Flute casts spell over Canadian Opera Company by Trish Crawford

The last opera Mozart wrote before his death opens in COC production Jan. 19.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 11:42AM

'Lord of the Dance' Michael Flatley to perform at Trump inauguration ball by Amanda Holpuch In New York

Chicago-born dancer will perform with his troupe at Liberty Ball on FridayOrganizers had struggled to attract A-list talent to inauguration eventsRetired “Lord of the Dance” Michael Flat…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:42AM

Brian d’Arcy James, Stephanie Mills, Kelli O’Hara, Betsy Wolfe Among Stars Joining Concert for America by Adam Hetrick

More than 30 stars will take part in the January 20 benefit concert celebrating diversity and hope at The Town Hall.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

A Playwright Who Puts Her Demons, and Family, to Work by Elysa Gardner

In “Tell Hector I Miss Him,” the young Puerto Rican playwright Paola Lázaro draws on intense personal experiences to create very human characters.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:33AM

Theatre Review: ‘Anything Goes’ at The Little Theatre of Alexandria by David and Jena Jones

With the glowing lights of the National Harbor growing more intense with recent developments, the ability to daydream about luxury yachts and passing ships has become a bit easier.  Luckily…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 11:32AM

Once more unto the breach: What’s new about Henry V? by Guest Bloggers

After an acclaimed tour in 2016, Antic Disposition’s production of Shakespeare’s Henry V returns in February to embark on a tour of eight of the UK’s most historic and beautiful cathed…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:30AM

Winter Solstice, Orange Tree, Richmond, Surrey

Roland Schimmelpfennig’s play explores the thin veneer of contemporary liberalism

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 11:27AM

Alan Cumming Will Headline June Long Wharf Gala in Connecticut by Michael Gioia

The Tony Award winner will perform Alan Cumming Sings Sappy Songs.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:23AM

Juggling-ballet act ‘4x4’ makes its U.S. debut at Strathmore by Roger Catlin

The show ‘Ephemeral Architectures’ premiered at the 2015 London International Mime Festival.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 11:18AM

Author Directing Author: Out-Takes by Trav S.D.

Just hitting the stands now in the Villager/ Downtown Express/ Chelsea Now, my feature on AdA: Author Directing Author, opening at La Mama later this week. Read the article here.  For this…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 11:18AM

Photos: First look at Death Takes a Holiday starring Zoe Doano and Chris Peluso

Thom Southerland directs the European premiere of Maury Yeston's musical

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:18AM

NEWS: Half a Sixpence extends West End booking to 2 September, adds midweek matinee by Press Releases

Booking for HALF A SIXPENCE at the West End's Noël Coward Theatre has been extended for a second time to 2 September 2017. From 20 March, there will be an additional midweek matinee perform…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:12AM

West End transfer of Half a Sixpence extends booking & adds midweek matinee

You've got a little longer still to catch newcomer Charlie Stemp giving an all-singing, all-dancing performance of a lifetime as Arthur Kipps in British classic HALF A SIXPENCE in the West E…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 11:12AM

Springsteen played a secret farewell gig at the White House for Obamas, staffers by Nick Vadala

Bruce Springsteen performed a secret, farewell acoustic concert at the White House for President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and Obama staffers last week, Springsteen fan site Backstre…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 11:11AM

This kills more shows than anything.

No, it’s not the book. No, it’s not if you’ve got a star or not. It’s not even whether you’re a totally original show, or based on a blockbuster. The one thing …

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:05AM

Trump Administration Plans to Eliminate National Endowment For The Arts by BroadwayWorld

Members of Donald Trump's transition team have been meeting ahead of tomorrow's inauguration to outline plans for the 'Heritage blueprint' to reduce federal spending by 10.5 trillion over th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

CONCERT FOR AMERICA: STAND UP, SING OUT! Adds Additional Performers to Star-Studded Line-Up by BroadwayWorld

Concert for America Stand Up, Sing Out today announced the full cast of artists and creators who will perform at the first concert of the monthly series, taking place tomorrow, January 20th,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

VIDEO: 'Today' Shares First Look at Taran Killam as HAMILTON's King George by BroadwayWorld

On this morning's TODAY, Al Roker visitedKillam as he demonstratedhis British accent and preparedfor his first performance in front of a sold-out crowd.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

Full Cast Announced for Patti LuPone-Christine Ebersole War Paint by Robert Viagas

The new Broadway musical about rival cosmetics giants begins previews March 7.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:01AM

NEWS: Hackney Empire announces Cinderella for 2017 panto season by Press Releases

Hackney Empire has today announced Cinderella as its 2017 Christmas pantomime. The 2016 production of Sleeping Beauty was seen by audiences from across the globe but 20% of the audience was …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM

Explore the world through these 2017 museum shows

Japanese art and culture, new discoveries from ancient China, hippie culture and the Summer of Love, Monet’s early works and Roy DeForest’s dreamlike narratives are among the offerings c…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 11:00AM

Theater News: Pig Iron Theatre Company to Explore Climate Change in A Period of Animate Existence

The new work, cocreated by composer Troy Herion, designer Mimi Lien, and director Dan Rothenberg, will premiere in Philadelphia.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Theater News: War Paint, Starring Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole, Completes Broadway Cast

John Dossett and Douglas Sills will be joined by Erik Liberman, Steffanie Leigh, and more in the new musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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VIDEO: Idina Menzel Originally Thought BEACHES Remake Was 'The Stupidest Idea' by TV News Desk

Grammy and Tony winner Idina Menzel stopped by this morning's TODAY to talk about starringin the upcoming TV remake of the film Beaches.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:56AM

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins says 'Gloria' is not personal - really by Chris Jones

Beware the editorial assistant. Everyone in publishing — or the media — knows that those highly educated, inestimably talented, terrifyingly ambitious, tech-savvy (shudder), social-media…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 10:53AM

EXCLUSIVE: Disney Villains Are “Royals” in New Broadway Music Video by Adam Hetrick

Cast members from Hamilton, Paramour, Waitress, Wicked, and more remix and revamp Disney characters.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:47AM

At 5:30 tonight, theatres nationally signal committment to inclusion and compassion by Lorraine Treanor

As hundreds of thousands of visitors descend on the Nation’s Capital for the Inauguration of the 45th President of the United States, over 500 theatres here and around the country will…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:36AM

DC theatres step up for The Women’s March, January 21st by Lorraine Treanor

The Women’s March on January 21st is expected to draw hundreds of thousands to the Mall area for a demonstration which begins with activities at 8am, followed by the official rally at…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:36AM

Falsettos to Release Cast Album With a CD Signing and Performance by Robert Viagas

Members of the 2016 Broadway revival cast will attend.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

See Me Now: the show exposing the everyday lives of sex workers by Lyn Gardner

A new verbatim theatre piece stars teachers, consultants and cleaners who have all earned a living through the sex trade. The creators, including a dominatrix, discuss a show that’s about …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:33AM

THE DOPPEL GANG – Tristan Bates Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Dominic Hedges has written a light-hearted show but it also has a strong emotional core that really hits home.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:30AM

Staged Resistance by [email protected] (jamie)

By Jonathan Mandell. On the eve of the inauguration of Donald J. Trump, Jonathan Mandell looks at how the political resistance of theatre artists is playing out on and off stage in New York.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 10:28AM

Interview: Meet the Cast of ‘Loves and Hours’ at Laurel Mill Playhouse. Part 3: John Dignam by Joel Markowitz

In part three of a series of interviews with the cast of Loves and Hours, meet John Dignam. Joel: Please introduce yourself and tell our readers where they may have seen you perform on the s…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:26AM

‘Power Rangers’ Trailer Introduces Bryan Cranston as Zordon (Watch) by Seth Kelley

Go, go Bryan Cranston! The new, official trailer for Lionsgate’s “Power Rangers” introduces Cranston’s character, Zordon, the Rangers’ mentor who first appeared…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:25AM

Oscar predictions: Best Score nominations for ‘La La Land,’ ‘Moonlight,’ ‘Jackie’ & more by Marcus James Dixon

Does the fact that “La La Land” is a musical automatically make composer Justin Hurwitz the frontrunner to win Best Score at the Oscars? Yes, say more than 2,600 people who’…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 10:15AM

Complete Casting Announced for Broadway's WAR PAINT! by BroadwayWorld

Producers David Stone and Marc Platt today announced complete casting for the upcoming Broadway musical, WAR PAINT.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:11AM

R. Sikorak Signs Anti-Trump Comics Tomorrow! by Trav S.D.

I am a big fan of witty illustrator R. Sikorak, who is especially adept at aping the styles of classic era comic books. Tomorrow night from 6 to 8pm he will be one of the thousands providing…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:06AM

Moscow City Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet review at Richmond Theatre – ‘expressive and spirited’ by Rachel Elderkin

Moscow City Ballet’s touring production of Romeo and Juliet opens with its closing tableaux. The bodies of the tragic lovers and their

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:00AM

How Two Theatre Designers Became Overnight Producers to Create a Post-Election ‘Sanctuary’ for Minorities by Jose Solis

Shortly after the 2016 presidential election, we saw a rare moment of truth in one of the President Elect’s tweets when he exclaimed that “the Theater must always be a safe and special p…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 10:00AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Obamas, staff get White House sendoff from Bruce Springsteen by Asbury Park (n.j.) Press, Asbury Park (n.j.) Press

The concert happened on Jan. 12 but is just now surfacing in the media.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 09:56AM

NEWS: Wicked tour returns to UK in 2018 after international dates by Press Releases

WICKED, the West End and Broadway musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, is delighted to confirm that its spectacular, multi record-breaking and crit…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:54AM

‘Allegiance’ Announces Canadian Film Screening, 2/19 by Matthew Wexler

After a successful North-American premiere, Cineplex Events brings George Takei’s (Star Trek, Heroes) Broadway musical Allegiance back to Canadian theatres for an encore on Sunday, Fe…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:54AM

International news round-up: January 19 by The Stage

Cultural blacklist apology SOUTH KOREA/SEOUL South Korea’s culture minister Cho Yoon-Sun has made a public apology for a blacklist of cultural figures drawn

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:54AM

Winter Solstice, Orange Tree, Richmond, London, review: A sharply provocative twist on the traditional fraught-family-festivities drama by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

The UK premiere of German dramatist Roland Schimmelpfennig's play, which was written in response to the resurgence of the far right across Europe, couldn't be more timely with the …

SOURCE: The Independent at 09:54AM

VIDEO: Idina Menzel Talks 'Beaches' Remake: 'I Was Terrified to Do It' by TV News Desk

Singer and actress Idina Menzel appeared live on this morning's 'GMA' to discuss the upcoming reboot of 'Beaches.'

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM

Tony Nominee Michele Lee Will Be Honored at This Year’s MAC Awards by Michael Gioia

She will receive the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs’ Lifetime Achievement Award.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:53AM

Marée Basse, Barbican (Pit), London — ‘Charm’

A piece from French mime company Sacékripa combines belly-laughs and melancholia

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 09:52AM

Long-Running U.K. TV Series Fat Friends to Become a New British Musical by Mark Shenton

Scored by Nicholas Lloyd Webber, it will premiere in Leeds in November and star Jodie Prenger.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:42AM

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, January 19, 2017 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:39AM

Jackie: a piercingly intelligent film

Natalie Portman catches every tic and trick in Pablo Larraín’s portrait of the first lady

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 09:35AM

Goodfellas — ‘A remastered masterpiece’

Martin Scorsese’s re-released mob movie confirms its stellar status

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 09:35AM

Split — ‘Silly and dysfunctional’

James McAvoy is a multiple-personality kidnapper in M. Night Shyamalan’s film

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 09:32AM

2016 BWW Cabaret Awards: Celia Berk and Sidney Myer Win Top Show Honors; Betty Buckley and Tony Yazbeck are Top Celebs by Ashley Steves

BREAKING NEWS The votes are in and the results are official for the fifth annual BroadwayWorld New York Cabaret Awards. More than 32,000 votes were cast this year for the excellent performer…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:31AM

Lion — ‘A mush of a movie’

The story of an Indian boy separated from his family is soapy and sentimental

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 09:31AM

PROMISES, PROMISES – Southwark Playhouse by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

Promises, Promises, the hit Broadway musical based on the multi Oscar-winning 1960 film The Apartment, with music by Burt Bacharach, lyrics by Hal David and book by Neil Simon, has opened it…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:30AM

Tom Purbeck: ‘Experimenting with physicality is wonderfully liberating’ by Ella Wills

A new production of The Trackers of Oxyrhynchus opens at London’s Finborough Theatre in January. Actor Tom Purbeck stars in the first

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:26AM

Malthouse Theatre: The company that confronts Australia’s past and present by Thom Dibdin

Melbourne’s Malthouse Theatre is an imposing feature on the city’s landscape in more ways than one. Here is challenging, provocative theatre, made

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:22AM

Carrie St. Louis Delivers “Something Good” — Nay, Great by Sandi Durell

    by Matt Smith   “It’s good to see me, isn’t it?” the bubbly Carrie St. Louis asks, with a laugh, at the top of her act, which premiered last Sunday at Feinstein’…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 09:12AM

Photos: In pictures: Jamie Lloyd and cast rehearse The Pitchfork Disney

Hayley Squires and George Blagden star in the upcoming revival of Philip Ridley's play

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 09:06AM

Godspeed, Obama by Trav S.D.

Today is the last day in office of the best President I will probably ever see in my lifetime — certainly the finest man to serve as President. The Right has a weird tendency to speak …

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

Tonight at Barbes: Charming Disaster & Curtis Eller! by Trav S.D.

Filed under: BROOKLYN, Contemporary Variety, Music, PLUGS Tagged: Barbes, Charming Disaster, Curtis Eller

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

Tomorrow: Nasty Women and Bad Hombres by Trav S.D.

Filed under: BROOKLYN, Burlesk, Contemporary Variety, PLUGS, SOCIAL EVENTS Tagged: Freddy's Brooklyn, Nasty Women and Bad Hombres, Planned Parenthood

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

How the Vault Festival is thriving beneath London’s streets by Natasha Tripney

The walls of London’s Leake Street are covered in graffiti. A face stares down from the intricately decorated brick ceiling and there’s

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:05AM

Livestreaming the Creative Careers panel: Pen to Paper, A Discussion with Professional Playwrights at Berkeley Repertory Theatre—Mon, Jan 23—#crea by [email protected] (thea)

By HowlRound TV. Berkeley Repertory Theatre presents their Creative Careers panel: Pen to Paper, A Discussion with Professional Playwrights livestreaming on the global, commons-based HowlRou…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 09:00AM

Livestreaming the PuSh Festival Keynote Address: Jess Thom in Vancouver, Canada—Wed, Feb 1 by [email protected] (thea)

By HowlRound TV. PuSh International Performing Arts Festival & caravan: new english performance , with live captioning courtesy HowlRound TV, present the 2017 PuSh Festival Keynote Addre…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 09:00AM

Livestreaming the Coffeehouse Chronicles #139: HAIR 50th Anniversary at LaMaMa—Sat, Jan 21 by [email protected] (thea)

By HowlRound TV. LaMaMa in New York City presents the Coffeehouse Chronicles #139: HAIR 50th Anniversary livestreaming on the global, commons-based peer-produced HowlRound TV network at howl…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 09:00AM

At San Diego Dance Theater, it's all about beginnings, transitions and endings by Marcia Manna

January is named after the Roman god Janus, depicted on ancient coins, temples and doorways as a head with two faces, looking in opposite directions. He presides over beginnings, endings and…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 09:00AM

For 'A Thousand Splendid Suns,' a well-timed journey from the page to the stage by Erika Milvy

In a much retweeted curtain-call speech from the Broadway stage in November, "Hamilton" actor Brandon Dixon conveyed to then-Vice President-elect Mike Pence that theater can be a dramatic re…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Over 500 Theatres Across U.S. Unite for Ghostlight Project Jan. 19 by Robert Viagas

On the eve of the U.S. Presidential Inauguration, artists from coast to coast are taking a stand for continued vigilance, increased advocacy, inclusion, tolerance, and social justice.

SOURCE: Playbill at 08:52AM

VIDEO: Idina Menzel Talks 'Beaches', Upcoming Tour & More on LATE SHOW by BroadwayWorld

On last night's LATE SHOW, guest Idina Menzel revealed that all really wants is to be good at Twitter.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:48AM

Oscar predictions: Best Song nominations for ‘La La Land’ x2, ‘Moana,’ ‘Trolls’ & more by Marcus James Dixon

When the Oscar nominations for Best Song are unveiled on Tuesday, January 24, there’s a good chance we’ll hear “La La Land” named twice: for both “City of Stars…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 08:45AM

Visual Arts Review: London’s Design Museum — An Inspiring Experience by Arts Fuse Editor

London’s Design Museum is now one of the major venues in the world for experiencing the art of design.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 08:42AM

Bunny Comes To the White Bear Theatre by Editorial Staff

By Editorial Staff Jack Thorne’s play Bunny is to be presented at the White Bear Theatre in Kennington from 7 – 25 March 2017. A summer of love. A fight. A car chase. A siege. Wh…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:41AM

The Doppel Gang review at Tristan Bates Theatre, London – ‘atmospheric comic drama’ by Dave Fargnoli

In a dilapidated London theatre at the height of the Blitz, a troupe of struggling performers hatch a perfectly sensible plan to

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:36AM

RAISING MARTHA – Park Theatre by Shanine Salmon

Raising Martha is a production that has been hit by various casting changes, firstly Morgana Robinson was replaced by Game of Throne’s Gwyneth Keyworth and in a less high profile change Ja…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:30AM

Danse, Morob review – intense, mythic quest for a missing father by Helen Meany

Project Arts Centre, DublinThis tale of a daughter and her dead father, a former Maze prison hunger striker, is strong on symbolism and has an incantatory performance by Olwen FouéréA daug…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:24AM

Winter Solstice review – liberalism is no match for a history of extremism by Michael Billington

Orange Tree, LondonA middle-class family accept a stranger for Christmas, but is he what he seems? This radical, transfixing play is about Germany but has universal relevanceThe timing is pe…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:24AM

Olive Braman obituary by Jonathan Braman

My mother, Olive Braman, who has died aged 82, was always strong-willed and impatient. Even on her deathbed, she sent people away, saying “boring” – only half joking. After my father, …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:24AM

Made in China Review: bawdy, political puppet musical comedy by Jonathan Mandell

Wakka Wakka, the theater company behind Made in China, says the show is “inspired by true events.” I suspect the true part doesn’t include Mary and her neighbor getting sucked down her…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 08:24AM

REVIEW: Gazing At A Distant Star, Greenwich Theatre ✭✭✭✭ by Helena Payne

By Helena Payne In a world where all our whims and activities are trackable on social media, the need to disappear has never been stronger. Missing people is an increasingly topical issue, a…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 08:23AM

Features: Let's Talk About Sets: Morgan Large on Death Takes a Holiday

The designer of the upcoming revival of Maury Yeston's supernatural musical explains how he approached Death's journey in the world of the living

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:04AM

Photos: In photos: Gary Barlow and the original Calendar Girls

The Take That singer met the group at rehearsals for his musical based on their story

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:04AM

Sarah Helen Whitman: The First Goth Girlfriend by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Providence poet, essayist, Transcendentalist and Spiritualist Sarah Helen Whitman (nee Power, 1803-1875). I first learned about this fascinating person from our frie…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:04AM

Alan Cumming explains why he loves singing sappy songs, from Sondheim to Miley Cyrus by Barbara Isenberg

Few actors have so eclectic a resumé as Alan Cumming. Perhaps best known as political operative Eli Gold on CBS’ “The Good Wife,” the 51-year-old actor won a Tony Award for his portr…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 08:00AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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PROMISES, PROMISES – Southwark Playhouse by Emma Clarendon

Based on the classic Billy Wilder film The Apartment and featuring the instantly recognisable music of Burt Bacharach and lyrics by Hal David, Bronagh Lagan’s production of Promises, Promi…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:30AM

Marée Basse review – boozed-up clowns make a meal of it by Lyn Gardner

The Pit, LondonMachetes fly as Sacékripa’s skilful two-hander for the London international mime festival brings lethal clumsiness and passive aggression to the Barbican A lovely, low-key …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:18AM

Experts’ Oscar predictions: ‘La La Land’ will win 9, ‘Manchester by the Sea’ and ‘Moonlight’ 2 each by Paul Sheehan

Oscar nominations will be announced on Tuesday (Jan. 24) and our 28 experts drawn from major media have been frantically updating their predictions here at Gold Derby. All but one are now ba…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 07:15AM

Broadway AM Report, January 19, 2017 - JITNEY, THE GHOSTLIGHT PROJECT and More! by Jessica Khan

Today's big news Hundreds of organizations across the country take part in THE GHOSTLIGHT PROJECT this evening, and August Wilson's JITNEY opens tonight on Broadway

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:00AM

BWW's On This Day - January 19, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on January 19 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:00AM

Shirley Jackson's gothic tale goes nowhere in 'Sundial' by Nina Metz

Wealth tends to inoculate the most sour of personalities, allowing them to dodge the comeuppance that comes barreling down on the rest of us who are without the means to wrap ourselves in a …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 07:00AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Manifesto tackles unpaid work on comedy circuit by Matthew Hemley

Professional comedians have moved to stamp out low and unpaid work in the sector, with the launch of a new manifesto outlining

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:56AM

The Nature of Forgetting review at Shoreditch Town Hall – ‘a moving montage’ by Tim Bano

Dementia. It’s when we become children again, but slowly and painfully and with enough awareness of it to feel the helplessness, the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:50AM

Charcoalblue expands footprint with Scotland office by Georgia Snow

Theatre consultancy Charcoalblue has opened a studio in Glasgow as it expands its work in Scotland. The company has also announced new

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:48AM

Obituary: Calvin Rand by Michael Quinn

Born into a wealthy banking family, well connected in business and a practising professor of philosophy, Calvin Rand was also one of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:23AM

Wicked To Tour The UK And Ireland From February 2018 by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The producers of Wicked have confirmed today that the musical will return for a tour of the UK and Ireland from February 2018. Currently the 17th longest-running show in Lond…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 06:02AM

Out There on Fried Meat Ridge Road review at the White Bear Theatre, London – ‘slight, but sweet’ by Paul Vale

Mitchell is not having a good week. His girlfriend has kicked him out, his car has been torched and he’s lost his

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:01AM

REVIEW ROUND-UP: Written on Skin at the Royal Opera House by Emma Clarendon

George Benjamin and Martin Crimp’s opera is revived at the Royal Opera House for the first time, directed by Katie Mitchell and running until 30 January 2017. Here is what critics have bee…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Thursday, January 19, 2017 by Matt Tamanini

Listen: “Jitney” Opens Tonight, “Oh Hello” Recoups, Roundabout Moves Up “On the Exhale” Opening. “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday throug…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

StoneCrabs blog: where we are a year on by Stonecrab Young Directors

One of the only programmes of this type in the country, the StoneCrabs Young Directors’ Training Programme aims to help train and develop the potential of a group of theatre makers in th…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:33AM

Winter Solstice review at the Orange Tree Theatre, London – ‘exciting, experimental, insightful’ by Fergus Morgan

‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, a fascist went raving, spewing out essentialist propaganda within earshot of his

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:25AM

How Equities Holdings Is Changing Lending by Rino16

Opening New Doors With Security Collateral The recent financial and political shockers the world has experienced is making life difficult for investors. Those looking for a loan are often un…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 05:20AM

Louis Schefano’s Upcoming Performances in US and Germany by Blouin Artinfo

Singer/songwriter and producer/engineer Louis Schefano will perform in shows in Los Angeles, New York City and several cities in Germany as a part of his upcoming tour that will start on Feb…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:17AM

'Rose & Rose' at Opera Bastille, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

Opera Paris presents “Rose & Rose,” which will be staged from  January 21 to 28, 2017.This is the story of Rose for whom college life is hell. Her comrades insult her, ridicule …

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 05:06AM

NEWS: Dirty Dancing launches new tour post-West End by Press Releases

The new UK production of Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage will mambo back onto the road after a sensational Christmas season in the West End followed by international dates in Br…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM

Andrew Haydon: How the decline of criticism led to the rise of Trump by Andrew Haydon

There’s a very fine, sensible new report on the Columbia Journalism Review website entitled: Curtains Fall on Arts Critics at Newspapers. Reading

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

Nuffield Southampton Theatres’ fantastic model gives new work a longer life on tour by Sam Hodges

When I became director of Nuffield Southampton Theatres four years ago, the first production I had to programme at very short notice

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

Cherry Jones: ‘I’ve lived so many lives – that’s the joy of being an actor’ by Mark Shenton

Many of the world’s greatest actors began their lives in the theatre, long before they became movie stars. Among the current, formidable

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Review: Winter Solstice (Orange Tree Theatre)

Ramin Gray directs Roland Schimmelpfennig's scalding comedy

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:42AM

Theatre News: Exclusive: Wicked to embark on new UK tour

Elphaba, Glinda and co will be dancing through the UK from February next year

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:42AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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‘Irish Gaelforce Dance’ at the Opera House, NCPA, Beijing by Blouin Artinfo

An “Irish Gaelforce Dance” performance presenting the story of two lovers will be staged at the Opera House, NCPA, Beijing from January 29 through February 2, 2017. Gaelforce Dance …

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:52AM

“Avenue Q” Charms, Delights at NCTC, San Francisco by Bdhorwitz

Bright, Cute Cast Sings: “The Internet Is for Porn” by Barry David Horwitz This is a show that audiences want to see over and over again. Since its beginning in 2003, “Avenue Q” has …

SOURCE: Theatrius at 03:36AM

Where Have All the Bad Guys Gone? by Monica Reida

Spoilers ahead for “Moana,” “Sing,” “Zootopia,” “Wreck-It Ralph,” “Big Hero 6,” and “Frozen,” although I assume everyo…

SOURCE: Fragments at 03:36AM

Why Panasonic laser projectors offer a brighter future for theatre designers by Promoted Content

Providing multiple advantages over traditional lamp-based light sources, including quieter running and reduced heat output, Panasonic’s new PT-RZ31K laser projectors represent the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Picnic at Hanging Rock, Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh by David Kettle

Terror of the brutal rawness of nature in Malthouse Theatre's masterful stage adaptationWe probably think we know the story. From Peter Weir’s cult 1975 film, or even from the origina…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 02:42AM

Maggie Brown: BBC must lead the way on promoting diversity by Maggie Brown

As the bongs announcing the new year sounded, it seemed fitting to mutter a toast to the ending of the BBC charter,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Richard Jordan: Pantomime is over for another year, but when did it become so cruel? by Richard Jordan

The joyous return of pantomime at the London Palladium is significant on many levels. Cinderella, which ended its five-week run on Sunday (January

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM

Mark Shenton: Can Cameron Mackintosh really beat the Hamilton touts? by Mark Shenton

Prostitution may be the world’s oldest profession. But selling goods or services that someone desperately wants at an inflated price – where

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Adler and Gibb review – a high-concept satire on the cult of the artist by Michael Billington

Royal Court theatre, LondonTim Crouch's show explores our obsession with artists' lives, but occasionally lets the form get in the way of its message• Playwright Tim Crouch: 'Avoiding the …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:54AM

Joanna Gleason Leads New Work Tonight at Westport Country Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

Westport Country Playhouse continues its commitment to developing new plays and musicals with its New Works Initiative set for January and February.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:04AM

DVR Alert: Idina Menzel to Appear on Bravo's WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE Today by Bww News Desk

BWW has learned that today, January 19th, Idina Menzel will appear during the 10 am hour of NBC's TODAY to discuss her starring role in the Lifetime original movie BEACHES.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:04AM

Over 500 Organizations Light the Way for THE GHOSTLIGHT PROJECT Tonight by BroadwayWorld

At 530pm tonight, January 19, 2017, at sunset the eve of the Inauguration, more than 500 theaters, ensembles and companies, high school and university theater programs will gather across the…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:04AM

Revised SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER Starts Tonight at Drury Lane Theatre by BroadwayWorld

Drury Lane Theatre presents thedisco musical Saturday Night Fever, rewritten for the Drury Lane stage, featuring music and lyrics by The Bee Gees, based on the smash-hit ParamountRSO Film an…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:04AM

DVR Alert: Idina Menzel Discusses Lifetime's BEACHES on 'Today' by TV News Desk

This morning, January 19th, Idina Menzel will appear during the 10 am hour of NBC's TODAY to discuss her starring role in the Lifetime original movie BEACHES.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:04AM

The Arts on the Stamps of the World — January 19 by Arts Fuse Editor

An Arts Fuse regular feature: the arts on stamps of the world.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:04AM

Jill Kargman at Cafe Carlyle by Sandi Durell

  by Kathryn Kitt   Upon entering the Café Carlyle, it can be easy to imagine what a Bobby Short concert was like. What would a Broadway Diva with a huge fan base present? Café C…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 01:00AM

Opening Night: Jitney Prepares for a Historic Broadway Opening

Ruben Santiago-Hudson rounds out August Wilson's repertoire.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

Photo Flash: Laura Osnes and Corey Cott-Led Bandstand Gets Its Broadway Marquee

The musical will run at the Jacobs Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Thursday, January 19, 2017 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Sarah Silverman's 'anal probe' tweet sparks political row by Brian Logan

Comedian's response to US anti-abortion law no laughing matter for Republicans. Elsewhere, Stewart Lee blasts elitism in comedy and Lenny Henry's thespian thunder rages onNot for the first t…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:48AM

Taxi! August Wilson's Jitney Opens Officially on Broadway by Broadway.com

After premiering in 1982, August Wilson’s Jitney is finally on Broadway. The new production, directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson, opens officially on January 19 at Manhattan Theatre Club…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:48AM

Romantic Opera ‘Lohengrin’ at Opéra Bastille, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

Romantic opera in three acts (1850) ‘Lohengrin’ would be performed through February 18, 2017 at Opéra Bastille, Paris.Lohengrin is first an immense aesthetic and political manifest…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 12:45AM

The Gabriels Trilogy: Full-Day Marathon at Washington by Blouin Artinfo

‘The Gabriels Trilogy: Full-Day Marathon’ would be performed at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington through January 22, 2017.Tony-winning playwright/director R…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 12:42AM

Does Creative Placemaking Work? It’s Complicated by Joe Patti

Back in November Slover Linett released the results of a multi-year study on creative placemaking. The study was primarily focused on the impact that music pavilion and band shells that the …

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 12:36AM

Bruce Springsteen played secret show for Obama staffers by Kate Feldman

Donald Trump couldn’t get the B-Street Band, but President Obama got The Boss himself.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 12:33AM

Master of his craft – Ben Gerrard tackles 36 characters in I Am My Own Wife, Midsumma by Erin James

When the rare opportunity arises to see a master at work, you do whatever you can to make it happen. So, Melbourne theatregoers, make it happen. AACTA Award nominee Ben Gerrard hits the Melb…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 12:19AM

''Tis Pity She's a Whore' At Yale; 'Jimmy And Lorraine' Revisit Hartbeat by Christopher Arnott

The graduate thesis projects for the students in the directing program at the Yale School of Drama are large-scale productions. The acting students at the school spend a year on mastering El…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

Mike Birbiglia At Funnybone, Barry Crimmins At Mohegan by Christopher Arnott

In October, Connecticut audiences got to see comic writer and performer Mike Birbiglia's full-length performance "Thank God for Jokes" at College Street Music Hall in New Haven. That show, a…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

August Wilson’s Jitney Opens on Broadway Jan. 19 by Olivia Clement

Directed by Tony winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson, the play is part of the two-time Pulitzer Prize winner’s American Century Cycle.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The Public Theater and Annette Bening Are Honored at Artios Awards Jan. 19 by Olivia Clement

The Casting Society of America is celebrating the best in casting for film, TV, and theatre at dual ceremonies in L.A. and New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Celebrate Michael Crawford’s Birthday With a Look at His Stage Career by Hannah Vine

The Tony Award-winning actor celebrates his birthday January 19.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

9 Survival Tips Every BroadwayCon Ticketholder Should Know by Talaura Harms

How to survive BroadwayCon 2017 without really trying.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The Sierra Madre Playhouse Continues to Talk Race in Theatre by Patrick Pizzolorusso

A recent $15,000 grant makes work at this California venue possible.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Stage preview: City Theatre's 'The Royale' is a boxing play without boxing by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

No one lands a punch in “The Royale,” but that doesn’t mean the play doesn’t pack one.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Bodiography Contemporary Ballet marks 15 years with anniversary show by Sara Bauknecht / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

How do you mark a milestone: with a special event, creating something new or maybe even taking a trip? Bodiography Contemporary Ballet has all of this and more in store to commemorate its 15…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

'Utamaro' First Exclusive Japanese Exhibit At Wadsworth Atheneum Since 1951 by Susan Dunne

In the time of Japan's last feudal military government, ruled by the Tokugawa clan from 1603 to 1867, the government licensed "pleasure quarters," where courtesans practiced prostitution and…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

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