Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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‘1984’ Will Follow 1884 At Broadway’s Hudson Theatre by Jeremy Gerard

An acclaimed UK stage adaptation of 1984, George Orwell’s chilling 1949 novel about a war-ravaged world ruled by Big Brother and the unwitting rebel Winston Smith, will follow the limi…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:49PM

Casey Nicholaw chats all things Mormon! by Maddi Ostapiw

If you’ve clicked your way onto this article, it’s pretty safe to assume that you already know the basic info on the history of The Book of Mormon. Winner of all the awards and sold to f…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 11:30PM

You Will Be Watching Big Brother: Orwell’s 1984 Coming to Broadway by Robert Viagas

The hit London production will be the first show of the 2017-18 season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:25PM

‘1984’ to Open on Broadway This Summer by Gordon Cox

The hit London stage adaptation of “1984,” the George Orwell novel that has suddenly become a bestseller in the age of Trump, will come to Broadway this summer in a production ba…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:12PM

Review: Bound to Rise

Medicine Show Theatre revives its dark musical take on the rags-to-riches narrative.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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James Kinney: A musical theatre choreographer all his own

In New York’s premiere dance studios, you’ve got to have both a stellar resume and a codified class in order to score an official slot of the sought-after Advanced Theatre classes. Those…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 10:54PM

“THE BODYGUARD” LACKS ITS OWN IDENTITY by Justin Williams

Reviewed by: Justin Williams Somewhat Recommended Based on Lawrence Kasdan’s Oscar-nominated Warner Bros. film with [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:48PM

LEA SALONGA KICKS OFF 5 SHOW RUN IN AUSTRALIA by Michael J. Roberts

Broadway superstar and Disney legend, Lea Salonga, will be kicking off a series of 5 [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 10:48PM

Dancers who double as entrepreneurs – You can do it too!

Who run the world? Girls. Or, more specifically, dancers! Have you ever thought of starting your own business? Do you want to sell your delicious homemade energy bars at your dance studio? P…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 10:45PM

Top spring concerts: Meek Mill, Ariana Grande, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bon Jovi and Lionel Richie/Mariah Carey

Pop music stays warm in indoor spaces in the early parts of the year, hunkering down in cozy clubs and theaters.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 10:31PM

On With the Shows! Broadway Adds Another Theater

The reopening of Hudson Theatre after almost 50 years is good news for the theater world, but producers say they need more venues to put on new material.

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 10:21PM

‘Oh My Josh’: New digital series from Josh Horner

Australian Josh Horner has done it all – from stage work in ballet and Broadway, to choreographing for Disney Performing Arts program, and to teaching masterclasses around the world. And n…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 10:08PM

Play of George Orwell’s ‘1984’ coming to Broadway this year by Mark Kennedy

A new British stage adaptation of George Orwell’s chilling dystopic novel “1984” is coming to an America where issues of “newspeak” and surveillance are quite relevant.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 10:06PM

Theater News: George Orwell's 1984 Will Come to Broadway

The new drama, created by Robert Icke and Duncan Macmillan, makes its New York debut.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 10:00PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Play of George Orwell's '1984' coming to Broadway this year by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- A new British stage adaptation of George Orwell's chilling dystopic novel "1984" is coming to an America where issues of "newspeak…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 09:53PM

Mandy Moore: Behind the scenes of ‘La La Land’

Everyone is going gaga for La La Land. What a magical film, well deserving of the many awards it has already received. As a dancer, I was personally so excited to hear about this new movie t…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 09:49PM

The Glass Menagerie, Duke of York's by Jenny Gilbert

Tennessee Williams' first masterpiece gets the John Tiffany touchThe writing of Tennessee Williams, said his contemporary Arthur Miller, planted “the flag of beauty on the shores of c…

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 09:48PM

Travis Wall on Shaping Sound’s ‘After the Curtain’

In today’s dance world, certain important questions and uncertainties linger. What is “contemporary” – traditional modern dance, jazz, release technique/postmodern? If it’s a m…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 09:46PM

Overlap, Intersections, and Emergence in Dance Performance by Stormy Budwig

I want to get up close to these masked figures and ask them to tell me about the future.

SOURCE: Culture Bot at 09:24PM

Todd in Venice by Arts Review

“…which seemed to hover in a limbo between creation and decay…” – Thomas Mann, Death in Venice Todd in Venice feels right at home in the space at La Mama. The rudimentary set, …

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 09:20PM

BOUND TO RISE - Talkin' Broadway's Review by Howard Miller

The experimental acting company Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble is paying homage to its late co-founder Barbara Vann with a ramshackle revival of Bound to Rise, a satiric "rags-to-riches" mus…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 09:18PM

People You Should Know . . . Constance Wookey by Zack Calhoon

Constance Wookey is a British-born award-winning actor and writer based in New York City. Her Off-Broadway credits include Wilde at Home (Origin Theatre – Best Fringe Event) and Victo…

SOURCE: Visible Soul at 09:06PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Huff – Sydney Festival by Cassie Tongue

Wind is attempting to commit suicide with a plastic bag over his head. It’s a shock laced with black humour; he’s tried this before, he tells us wryly. He even details the process at whi…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 08:49PM

Kevin Geer, Known for Stage Roles, Dies at 64 by Daniel E. Slotnik

Mr. Geer was known for having an outsize persona onstage and a more contained mien in film.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 08:32PM

SEX WITH STRANGERS Hampstead, NW3 by Libby Purves

THE LITERARY LIFE,  AS SHAGFEST   Those still wondering why on earth 42% of women voted for Donald Trump may feel enlightened by the way in which – in this successful American t…

SOURCE: theatrecat.com at 08:09PM

Theater openings Feb. 3-9

Friday "Faceless": A teenage girl is put on trial for conspiring to commit acts of terrorism in this timely world premiere. Through March 4 at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie;…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 08:04PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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Big Brother Is Watching! Stage Version of George Orwell's 1984 Heading to Broadway by Lindsey Sullivan

Big Brother is coming to Broadway. The 2017-2018 Broadway season will kick off with the London production of 1984. Adapted from George Orwell's chilling 1949 novel, Robert Icke and Dunca…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:54PM

Back at It! Audra McDonald to Make Her West End Debut in Lady Day by Lindsey Sullivan

After birthing the cutest baby to ever rock #ImWithHer merch, Audra McDonald is set to reprise her Tony-winning performance as Billie Holiday in the West End. According to Daily Mail columni…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:54PM

This Week in L.A. Theatre by Julio Martinez

IN THE NEWS Rose Portillo, Daniel Valdez, Jeanine Mason, and Jeremy Ray Valdez will join previously announced Demián Bichir in the cast of Center Theatre Group’s revival of Lui…

SOURCE: thisstage.la at 07:37PM

Mandy Gonzalez Returns to 54 Below by Sandi Durell

Mandy Gonzalez, on the heels of starring in the Tony Award-winning hit musical Hamilton as Angelica Schuyler, returns to Feinstein’s/54 Below, on February 12 and March 12, 7 pm, with an un…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 07:30PM

Summer Broadway Opening Set for '1984'

Producers Sonia Friedman and Scott Rudin will present the new adaptation of George Orwell's classic about a dystopian future, which has made a recent return to the best-seller charts. read m…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 07:15PM

Big Brother Heads to Broadway; UK '1984' Will Transfer for 2017/2018 Season by Alexa Criscitiello

Big Brother may be watching, but soon Broadway fans will have the opportunity to watch right back.In a move that is as timely as it is eerie, the laudedstage adaptation of George Orwell's cl…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:14PM

Best Bets: 'Something Rotten!,' Nelly with the SLSO, Post-Dispatch Trivia Night 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 07:06PM

The Adventures of Yoni 1 and Yoni 2 by Sonny Clarke

Two Yonis, one beautiful, one bashful, fall in love in the Bollywood-style epic, The Adventures of Yoni 1 & Yoni 2. For those not in the know, yoni is the Hindi word for vagina and we qu…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 07:03PM

Theater News: Barrow Group Announces Complete Casting for Enemy of the People

Henrik Ibsen's classic play gets newly adapted for the stage.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 07:00PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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It’s Groundhog Day on Broadway! Meet the Stars & Creatives Bringing Your Movie Fave to the Stage by Broadway.com

Talking Groundhog Day with Andy Karl, newcomer Barrett Doss and the creatives behind this acclaimed stage adaptation.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:54PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Brandon Uranowitz by Broadway.com

Brandon Uranowitz stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about his upcoming show at Feinstein's/54 Below celebrating composer William Finn and more.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:54PM

Hillary Clinton's In Transit Trip, Queen Lesli Margherita's Theater Dork-tastic Hangout & Other Fabulous Hot Shots by Lindsey Sullivan

Broadway.com contributing editor Hillary Clinton? We like the sound of that. After attending both The Color Purple and The Humans' final Broadway performances, Hillary and Bill Clinton c…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:54PM

Lucian Msamati: danger zone by Ryan Gilbey

He’s the ex-cleaner who ended up playing a pirate in Game of Thrones. Now Lucian Msamati faces his biggest challenge yet – as the RSC’s first black Iago. He talks to Ryan GilbeyLu…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:54PM

Two Palm Springsoffer rooms with a point of view

Retro Palm Springs swings to a Frank Sinatra soundtrack and lounges poolside beneath moonlit palms, a place where movie stars retreat to soak up sunshine while dodging paparazzi. Then there�…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 06:53PM

Review: In ‘Dark Night,’ Another Movie Theater, Another Shooting by Glenn Kenny

This fictional film by Tim Sutton was inspired by the massacre in 2012 at a showing of the film “The Dark Night Rises” in an Aurora, Colo., theater.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:48PM

Audra McDonald to Bring LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL To The West End by Jessica Khan

Billie Holiday will be travelling across the pond this summer BroadwayWorld can report that six-time Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald will make her West End debut as the legendary jazz icon …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:48PM

Photo Flash: Heidi Blickenstaff and Emma Hunton in FREAKY FRIDAY the Musical at La Jolla Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

La Jolla Playhousepresents Freaky Friday, book byBridget CarpenterTV's 'Friday Night Lights,' 'Parenthood', music and lyrics by the Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning team ofTom KittandB…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:47PM

‘1984’ is popular again, and coming to Broadway by Michael Riedel

I have no idea why, but in this era of Make America Great Again, sales of George Orwell’s “1984” have skyrocketed. The book, first published in 1949, is topping best-seller lists at Am…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 06:38PM

Grappling with a 30-year-old murder, and a mentor’s dirty secret by Barbara Hoffman

Whether stealing the show from under Richard Burton’s nose or entertaining at home with his pet mountain lion, George Rose always seemed bigger than life. Perhaps the only thing more sensa…

SOURCE: The New York Post at 06:36PM

Sex with Strangers, Hampstead Theatre by Aleks.sierz

New drama about literary ambition is neat, but not nearly disturbing enoughOdd bedfellows are an ideal subject for comedy, and for passion — because opposites attract, right? Well this is …

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 06:36PM

London’s 1984 Is Coming to Broadway, Just in Time for 2017 by Jackson McHenry

Big Brother is arriving from overseas. In an eerily resonant start to the 2017–2018 season, a stage adaptation of George Orwell’s chilling dystopian novel 1984 will travel from the Londo…

SOURCE: Vulture at 06:00PM

‘La La Land’ sound team on making transitions that are ‘seamless and almost subconscious’ [WATCH] by Zach Laws

“I couldn’t believe it at first,” reveals “La La Land” sound editor Mildred Iatrou during our recent webcam chat (watch above) when asked about her recent Osc…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 06:00PM

Music News: Dear Evan Hansen to Host Facebook Listening Party as Digital Cast Album Drops

Visual song commentary will be provided by Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Alex Lacamoire.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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The Book of Mormon announces $40 lottery tickets by Press Release

The Book of Mormon announced a ticket lottery, in which a limited number of tickets will be sold by ballot for $40 each on the day of the performance. The production is currently in preview…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 05:57PM

ECONOMICAL ‘IN TRANSIT’ SEEKS BOOST FROM CLINTON ENDORSEMENT by Philip Boroff

 In Transit, the low-grossing new musical that Bill and Hillary Clinton saw Wednesday night, is losing less money than you might think. As Broadway’s first acapella musical, it doe…

SOURCE: Broadway Journal at 05:50PM

PHALARIS'S BULL to Make West Coast Premiere at Santa Monica Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

Santa Monica Playhouse today announced the Los Angeles premiere of PHALARIS'S BULL: SOLVING THE RIDDLE OF THE GREAT BIG WORLD, the special event which earned unanimous raves from the New Yor…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:44PM

Opera Australia announces 200 tickets to La Traviata for 200 cents by Cassie Tongue

To celebrate its 200th performance of Verdi’s romantic epic La Traviata, Opera Australia is inviting you all in to celebrate – and maybe experience this story for the first time – …

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 05:43PM

Dramatists Legal Defense Fund to Honor HAMILTON Cast for Speech to Vice President Mike Pence by BroadwayWorld

On February 27, 2017, the Dramatists Guild of America, Inc. will hold its annual Awards Night at the French Institute Alliance Francaise in New York City and among the other honors given th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

Odds & Ends: Jennifer Damiano to Headline Cruel Intentions Musical, Mark Rylance Might Get a Blimp & More by Ryan McPhee

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Jennifer Damiano & More Join Cruel Intentions Musical The cast is now set for the new stage adaptation of Cruel Intentio…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:36PM

If I Forget: Interview with Actress Maria Dizzia by Ted Sod

Ted Sod: Where were you born and what made you decide to become and actress? Where did you get your training? Did you have any teachers who profoundly influenced you? Maria Dizzia:  I was b…

SOURCE: blog.roundabouttheatre.org at 05:29PM

Kinky Boots? This production is more like sensible shoes

While the musical “Kinky Boots” promises something exotic in its title, the national touring production slips on like a pair of safe and sensible shoes. There’s certainly some flamboya…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 05:29PM

Your complete guide to Lady Gaga's Super Bowl halftime show by Usatoday, Usatoday

The songs, the guests, the spectacle...and the politics.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 05:28PM

Review: The Iron Man, Unicorn Theatre by A Younger Theatre

by India-Inés Levy In 1985, when The Iron Man, a children’s science fiction novel by poet laureate Ted Hughes was re-published with illustrations by Andrew Davidson, it won the Kurt Masch…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:24PM

Take part in NDWF’s Creative Preschool Studio of the Year Award Contest

The National Dance Week Foundation (NDWF) recently began 2017 by launching its new Creative Preschool Studio of the Year Award Contest. NDWF has teamed up with Princess Plié and Friends to …

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 05:21PM

Lady Gaga says Super Bowl halftime show is 'for everyone'

HOUSTON (AP) - Lady Gaga said she hopes her Super Bowl halftime show will celebrate "inclusion" and the "spirit of equality" during a time of national division.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 05:15PM

Spring theater in Philly: Risks worth taking, for companies and audiences alike

The spring season seems designed as an admiring tribute to Philadelphia's lively theater scene: risky drama about risky topics presented by risk-taking companies.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 05:12PM

Review: Review: The Glass Menagerie (Duke of York's Theatre)

John Tiffany directs Broadway star Cherry Jones in Tennessee Williams' play

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 05:12PM

Photos: Hillary and Bill Clinton at In Transit on Broadway by Hannah Vine

The Clintons were in the audience at Circle in the Square Theatre February 1.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:07PM

Lea Salonga Headed Down Under with Tunes from MISS SAIGON, HAMILTON and More by BroadwayWorld

Broadway superstar and Disney legend, Lea Salonga, will be kicking off a series of fiveconcerts in Australia beginning with three sold out shows at the iconic Sydney Opera House with the Syd…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:07PM

'Matilda' gets a winning read at Civic by James Hebert

Ah, that Matilda. So spoiled. She has the ultimate helicopter parents, in the sense that they’d love nothing better than to dump her out of one. Serves her right, the uppity little blighte…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 05:00PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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What’s New in NYC Theater

Previews, openings and a last-chance pick.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 04:54PM

Dr. Myers Inquires: Larry Myers Asks Provocative Questions by Nitelifeexchange

How Do the Arts React to Oppression & Political Unrest? (Past, Present & Future) By LARRY MYERS ♠♣♥♦ In this first of a series, reviewer/professor /playwright Dr. Larry Myers expl…

SOURCE: NiteLifeExchange at 04:42PM

BROADWAYHD OFFERS THE PERFECT SUPERBOWL PARTY ALTERNATIVE by Michael J. Roberts

For many of us, the extent of our knowledge of football stems from the fabulous half [...]

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 04:42PM

DC Theater Friday: Big laughs and high drama in ‘Virginia Woolf’ and ‘Hooded’ by Nelson Pressley

Also: The Lillian Hellman Festival revs up at Arena Stage.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 04:36PM

White Guy on the Bus by Steven Morris

The post White Guy on the Bus appeared first on STAGE RAW - ARTS IN L.A. - SERVED FRESH.

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 04:34PM

VIDEO: See Stage Star Samantha Barks in the Trailer for BITTER HARVEST by Movies News Desk

Based on one of the most overlooked tragedies of the 20th Century, BITTER HARVEST is a powerful story of love, honor, rebellion and survival as seen through the eyes of two young lovers caug…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:33PM

DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Pasek & Paul to Host Midnight Listening Party by BroadwayWorld

The original cast recording for the hit Broadway musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN will be released digitally tomorrow, Friday, February 3rd, and will be available on CD in stores and online on Febru…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:33PM

We Have These Clips on Repeat! Watch Andy Karl & the Cast of Groundhog Day Perform by Broadway.com

Groundhog Day's highly anticipated Broadway bow is set for March 16 at the August Wilson Theatre! These clips of the cast belting out Tim Minchin's score will make you want to mark y…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:33PM

Check Out Alexis Michelle's Best Musical Moments Before She Competes on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9 by Ryan McPhee

After teasing us on #LiveatFive with the possibility of a turn on RuPaul’s Drag Race, Broadway.com favorite Alexis Michelle is confirmed to compete on the ninth season of Logo’s …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:33PM

Lang Lang packs Disney Hall for concert that's part thrill ride, part romantic swoon by Richard S. Ginell

The musical path of Lang Lang continues to zigzag all over the place.  The 34-year-old Chinese pianist released a concept album last September called “New York Rhapsody” in which he mos…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 04:20PM

Review: Years of Sunlight, Theatre503 by Felix Clutson

In Michael McLean’s Years of Sunlight, we trace the lives of two best friends – Paul (Mark Rice-Oxley) and Emlyn (Bryan Dick) – from the latter’s death back to their childhood on the…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 04:18PM

Theater News: Jennifer Damiano, Alex Boniello, and More to Star in Cruel Intentions: The Musical

The musical adaptation sets the cast for its New York debut.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Review: Georgie: My Adventures With George Rose

Ed Dixon recounts the life of the two-time Tony-winning character actor whose death shocked Broadway.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Nikka Graff Lanzarone Will Go It Solo at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Michael Gioia

The actor, recently seen in Sweet Charity, will explore her Hero Worship at the intimate venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:58PM

Philadelphia Theatre Company presents Emily Mann’s ‘Having Our Say’ by Dan Rottenberg

Does Donald Trump’s presidency make you feel like you need a bath? Emily Mann’s 'Having Our Say' provides a much-needed antidote. Dan Rottenberg reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 03:57PM

Watch Trailer for Bitter Harvest Film, Starring Samantha Barks by Andrew Gans

The Les Misérables actor co-stars with Max Irons.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:53PM

Have You Seen This Princess? New ANASTASIA Art Revealed! by BroadwayWorld

ANASTASIA will begin previews on March 23, 2017 and open on Broadway on April 24, 2017 at the Broadhurst Theatre 235 West 44th Street. StarringChristy Altomare, Derek Klena, John Bolton,Rami…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:48PM

Damien Chazelle (‘La La Land’): Why a BAFTA win may be even more crucial than DGA for Oscar glory by Amanda Spears

Everything appears to be going Damien Chazelle’s way with “La La Land” and he could very well make history as the youngest winner of the Best Director Oscar. His film just scored a rec…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 03:45PM

Bruce Vilanch Hopes His Petula Clark Jukebox Musical Will Go to Broadway by Michael Gioia

Sign of the Times was last seen at Goodspeed Musicals’ Norma Terris Theatre in Chester, Connecticut.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:43PM

Here’s What the Cast of Cruel Intentions The Musical Looks Like

Take a look at the stars leading the musical adaptation of Cruel Intentions.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:40PM

Jennifer Damiano and More to Star in Cruel Intentions: The Musical by Olivia Clement

Casting is complete for the New York premiere of the new musical adaptation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:38PM

See Heidi Blickenstaff and Emma Hunton in Freaky Friday at La Jolla Playhouse by Hannah Vine

The stars reprise their roles as mother and daughter from the world-premiere staging.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:29PM

'Ready For That Big Number': Watch Blake Hammond Become Nostradamus for the Something Rotten! Tour by Broadway.com

Spend time at backstage at touring production of Something Rotten! with Blake Hammond, the stage favorite who plays the scene-stealing Nostradamus.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:24PM

Sad About Six More Weeks of Winter? These Shots of Andy Karl & the Cast of Groundhog Day Will Cheer You Up by Broadway.com

It's Groundhog Day, so what better way to celebrate than with Andy Karl and the Broadway-bound cast of the musical of the same name? Check out these shots of Karl, an "actual" …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:24PM

Spotlight On: Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 by Broadway.com

Find out about Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, the Broadway musical based on Tolsoy's War and Peace, starring Josh Groban & Deneé Benton.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:24PM

Incident at the Hidden Temple by Ryan Mikita

Behind the theme of war," Incident at the Hidden Temple" is a thriller of sorts. Sisters Ava (Ying Ying Li) and Lucy (Briana Sakamoto), first seen in China travelling on a train littered wit…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 03:22PM

BWW TV: Celebrate Groundhog Day with a Sneak Peek of GROUNDHOG DAY on Broadway! by Tv - Press Previews

It's Groundhog Day, and this year, it's about much more than the changing seasons. Earlier today the company of Groundhog Day, which begins previews Thursday, March 16 and opens Monday, Apri…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:20PM

William F. Mangels: Fun-Maker by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of William F. Mangels (1867-1958). Born in Germany, Mangels moved to the U.S. in 1883 and became a bicycle repairman. His understanding of wheels, gears, chains, and sp…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 03:18PM

New Yorkers, Please Show Your Support at This Tonight! by Trav S.D.

Filed under: BROOKLYN, CULTURE & POLITICS, PLUGS, Protests Tagged: bodegas, Brooklyn Borough Hall, protest, rally, Yemeni

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 03:18PM

Dear Evan Hansen Invites Fans to Listening Party by Olivia Clement

In celebration of the release of the cast album, the show is offering fans the chance to join a special Facebook event at midnight.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:12PM

Khaled Hosseini Wants Theatre to Connect People by American Theatre Editors

The author discusses having his novels adapted for the stage.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 03:12PM

Groundhog Day Press Day Sneak Peak

Andy Karl and Barrett Doss star in the Broadway musical at the August Wilson Theatre,

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:12PM

Groundhog Day Press Day Interviews

Andy Karl and Barrett Doss star in the Broadway musical at the August Wilson Theatre,

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:12PM

Review: The Litterati, The Vaults by James Bell

“How do you make space for yourself in a world that’s over capacity?” This, in many ways, is the central question of The Litterati – a short piece of original writing performed as pa…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 03:06PM

Review: 'Bodyguard' needs at least to try to make sense of the movie by Chris Jones

"What are you doing here?" asked an acquaintance during intermission at the Oriental Theatre on Wednesday night. "It's my job," I replied. "More interestingly, what are you doing here?" "Ham…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:05PM

Seven Questions with Ring Twice for Miranda Star George Merrick

George Merrick talks famous pop culture butlers, memorable theatrical experiences, and the scene in Ring Twice for Miranda that leaves audiences shaken.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 03:03PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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EXCLUSIVE: First Look at New Anastasia Artwork Outside the Theatre by Michael Gioia

Before it hangs outside the Broadhurst, we have a first look at a new poster for the upcoming Broadway musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:56PM

New York Comedy Festival to Partner with TBS by Gordon Cox

The New York Comedy Festival has found a new network partner in TBS, the Turner cabler that will integrate its talent into the festival — including Conan O’Brien, whose latenight…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:51PM

Robbie Fulks, Brett Schneider in Steppenwolf's next round of 'LookOut' by Morgan Greene

Steppenwolf Theatre Company announced another slate of new programming for "LookOut," the company’s year-round multi-genre performance series, on Thursday. At the beginning of March is "Vo…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 02:47PM

Theater Review: THE BODYGUARD (U.S. Tour at the Oriental Theatre in Chicago) by Lawrence Bommer

PROTECTING YOUR ASSET The best thing about The Bodyguard, Lawrence Kasdan’s Oscar-nominated 1992 film, was how it put the late Whitney Houston on the map and in our hearts. Despite zero c…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 02:46PM

Jennifer Damiano and Constantine Rousouli to Star in CRUEL INTENTIONS: THE MUSICAL at LPR; Cast Announced! by BroadwayWorld

Cruel Intentions The Musical, the new stage adaptation of Roger Kumble's 1999 cult hit film developed by Lindsey Rosin and Jordan Ross, announces the cast for its New York Premiere pop-up en…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:45PM

FREEZE FRAME: Andy Karl, Mr. Groundhog and More Celebrate GROUNDHOG DAY Box Office Opening by Walter McBride

The box office for the Broadway premiere of Groundhog Day, the new musical featuring music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and a book by Danny Rubin, and directed by Matthew Warchus, opened today,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:38PM

Interview: Cabaret Performer Michael Griffiths on The Staying Power of Madonna by Jose Solis

Australian entertainer Michael Griffiths is bringing his show In Vogue: Songs by Madonna to Feinstein’s/54 Below, so we spoke to him about his love for the legendary pop icon, why he t…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:19PM

Check Out the Poster for Aaron Tveit’s New Movie Created Equal from Sister Act 2 Director Bill Duke by Ryan McPhee

Hallelujah! Aaron Tveit is in a new movie. The Broadway.com Audience Choice Award winner is starring in the film adaptation of Created Equal, based on the novel by R.A. Brown. Check out…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:18PM

Pride Films and Plays Seeks Late Night Shows by Bt

Pride Arts Center and Pride Films and Plays seeks comedy, improv, or other late night shows which are diverse and progressive. Late night space is available in both the 60 seat Bueana and 85…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 02:18PM

Lady Gaga Coy on Details of Super Bowl Halftime Show by Benjamin Hoffman

The vocal critic of the president said her performance would uphold the philosophies of inclusion, equality, love, compassion and kindness.

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

Anti 'La La Land'? Try these 5 alternative movie musicals by Usa Today, Usa Today

Man-eating mermaids and adulterous steel workers can also be singing, dancing stars.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 02:01PM

Theater News: Memorial to Be Held for Public Theater Actress and Director Margaret Whitton

The event will take place at NYU's Skirball Center for the Performing Arts.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM

Photo Flash: Staten Island Chuck Celebrates Groundhog Day on Broadway With Andy Karl

The groundhog headed to the August Wilson Theatre on February 2.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Theatre News: Dates announced for UK tour of Sunset Boulevard

Ria Jones stars as Norma Desmond in Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 01:54PM

STAGE TUBE: HAMILTON's Jon Rua Shows the Evolution of New York Dance in Short Film 'LoveFound' by Stage Tube

Original HAMILTON star Jon Rua has unveiled his new dance film, described as 'a love letter to HAMILTON,' showcasing the evolution of New York Dance. Watch it below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:48PM

Hudson Stage Reading of “Two Henrys” Has Susan Pellegrino, James Lloyd Reynolds, Finnerty Steeves Feb. 10 by Kenneth Jones

Hudson Stage Company’s Feb. 10 reading of Kenneth Jones’ three-character family drama Two Henrys will feature HSC veteran Susan Pellegrino as grieving Florida matriarch Constance, who is…

SOURCE: By Kenneth Jones at 01:45PM

Photo Flash: First Look at Haunting New Play JONAH AND OTTO at Theatre Row by BroadwayWorld

In 2003, Jonah is 26, Otto, 57-two men different in every way. But not everything is what it seems when their two lives collide one summer's night in a mysterious walled garden on the south …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:37PM

Shades of Disclosure by Steven Morris

Shades of DisclosureReviewed by Paul Birchall Skylight Theatre Through Febuary 25RECOMMENDEDIt’s not helpful to dwell on the generation gap between the young and the old, particularly in t…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 01:35PM

The Hudson Theater Is Back on Broadway by Erik Piepenburg

The Hudson Theater, one of Broadway’s oldest, has been renovated and is reopening to a revival of “Sunday in the Park With George,” starring Jake Gyllenhaal.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:33PM

5 Must-See Shows in New York This Month by Ben Brantley

Those setting fire to stages this month include Jake Gyllenhaal, Glenn Close and Joan of Arc.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 01:33PM

Theater Time Review: "Georgie" by Joseph Cervelli

A delightfully spirited show. Review will also appear on northjersey.com and in Gsnnett Community Newspapers next week.

SOURCE: Theater Time at 01:32PM

Bruce Springsteen Trolls Trump Following Recent Phone-Call Debacle By Covering ‘Don’t Hang Up’ in Australia by Dee Lockett

Twice now, Bruce Springsteen has had to burden his Australian fans with chatter about America’s screwups while touring the continent. But, for once, during his show in Melbourne on Thursda…

SOURCE: Vulture at 01:32PM

Charting a path from slavery in Freedom Singer by Lauren La Rose - The Canadian Press

Khari Wendell McClelland researched the history of his ancestor and other escaped slaves, and came up with a show with relevance for today.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 01:28PM

I Interview Playwrights Part 912: Brian Parks by Adam Szymkowicz

Brian Parks Hometown:  Birmingham, Michigan. Or Ann Arbor, if you want to start at the very beginning. Current Town: Brooklyn, New York Q:  Tell me about your upcoming show. A…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 01:28PM

The Duchess of Malfi - review by Michael Billington

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, LondonGemma Arterton brings beauty, determination and moral goodness to one of the great female rolesA new theatre is often a challenge. Until weathered and worn by …

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:24PM

Why theatre should stay tuned in to radio plays by Lyn Gardner

Many a playwright owes a debt to a radio commission. Audio drama allows an ambition and scope that can’t always be achieved on stageEarlier this week, at the Critics’ Circle theatre awar…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:24PM

Watch Nick Kroll and John Mulaney Dance to Library Music in These Independent Spirit Awards Promos by Hunter Harris

The Oh, Hello duo is hosting this year’s Film Independent Spirit Awards, but it doesn’t appear that their characters Gil Faizon and George St. Geegland will make the trip out to Santa Mo…

SOURCE: Vulture at 01:24PM

Watch: Lady Gaga Meets Rent in This Epic Mashup by Ruthie Fierberg

The latest music video from the makers of #HAM4BEY.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:20PM

FIRST LISTEN: Ariana Grande & John Legend Perform BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Title Track! by BroadwayWorld

GRAMMY nominated and multi-platinum selling artistAriana Grandeand 10-time GRAMMY, Oscar-winning and multi-platinum selling musicianJohn Legend performthe Oscar and GRAMMY-winning duet 'Beau…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:18PM

Middle Eastern America and the Theatre of Belonging by HowlRound

By Zeina Salame. Zeina Salame shares her experience attending a reading of Heather Raffo’s Noura produced by Noor Theatre, and discusses the social impact of Middle Eastern American theatr…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 01:11PM

Let's Have Lunch: Backstage at Sunset Boulevard with Michael Xavier, Episode 3: Enter the Palace by Broadway.com

Sunset Boulevard star Michael Xavier gets a look at his new home: the Palace Theatre! Plus, lunch at a New York City landmark, your questions answered and a new look for Joe Gillis.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:06PM

La Vie Gaga! Hop Up on a Table & Jam to This Amazing Mashup of Rent & Lady Gaga Songs by Lindsey Sullivan

No day but today! Michael Korte and musical arranger Jared Jenkins are at it again. Following their Hamilton/Beyonce mashup (called #HAM4BEY), they've joined vocal forces with Jenif…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:06PM

by Joseph Cervelli

“Georgie” By Joseph Cervelli You may not be that familiar with playwright/performer Ed Dixon, but he was in quite a few shows (“Les Miserables” “The Iceman Cometh”) portraying im…

SOURCE: cervellionstage.blogspot.com at 01:04PM

NEWS: Ria Jones leads Leicester’s Sunset Boulevard on major UK tour by Press Releases

Michael Harrison and David Ian are delighted to present the UK and Ireland tour of the Curve production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s award-winning musical SUNSET BOULEVARD. Starring Ria Jones …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PM

Ria Jones makes the starring role her own in Sunset Boulevard tour

She's a #StageFaves legend, the 'understudy' who saved the day last year when Hollywood star Glenn Close was taken ill at the London Coliseum. And now, Ria Jones, who originated the role at …

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 01:00PM

Theater News: Lynn Nottage and William Ivey Long Among 2017 Lucille Lortel Award Honorees

The awards have also announced the date of this year's ceremony.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Photo Flash: Kathie Lee Gifford Welcomes Ed Dixon to the Stage in Georgie

The new solo show is directed by Eric Schaeffer.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Production news round-up: January 25 to 31 by The Stage

Musicals Initial casting for the West End production of Hamilton has been announced, with confirmed performers including Rachelle Ann Go and Giles

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:56PM

Chris Gethard’s Career Suicide Heading to HBO by Olivia Clement

The one-man show about depression and alcoholism played an acclaimed, extended run Off-Broadway.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:56PM

This Artist Took Beyoncé’s Twins Reveal Shot, NEA Budget Is Less Than Trump Security by Guelda Voien, Guelda Voien

Trump family's security is more than NEA budget, Beyonce's photo taken by this Bronx-born artist, and more art world news.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 12:55PM

Theatre News: Casting announced for new musical Prom Kween

The work-in-progress is inspired by true events surrounding the first boy in the US to become high school prom queen

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:48PM

Video: In rehearsals with The Wild Party

Drew McOnie directs and choreographs Michael John LaChiusa's musical

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:48PM

Photos: Meet the Cast of Broadway’s Groundhog Day by Hannah Vine

The cast is headed by Tony nominee Andy Karl, who also starred in the London production of the new musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:48PM

Fugu by Steven Morris

FuguReviewed by Neal WeaverWest Coast Jewish Theatre at Pico PlayhouseThrough March 19 RECOMMENDED                        We don’t usually think of the Japanese as b…

SOURCE: stageraw.com at 12:41PM

Variety Artisan Awards to Honor ‘La La Land,’ ‘Moonlight’ and More at Santa Barbara Film Festival by Variety Staff

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival, in conjunction with Variety, announced on Thursday the nine recipients of the third annual Variety Artisans Awards. The honorees, all nominat…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:41PM

Ignited: El Payaso in Flint by HowlRound

By Olga Sanchez Saltveit. Olga Sanchez on the writing and production process of El Payaso by Emilio Rodriguez at Milagro Theatre in Portland, OR.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 12:38PM

Video of the Week: The Kite Runner actors respond to Donald Trump by Press Releases

The company of The Kite Runner have started a nightly curtain-call ritual, reading out a response to US President Donald Trump's executive order this past week banning Syrian refugees as wel…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:30PM

CBS's 60 MINUTES to Present Previously Unseen Footage from Charlie Rose's HAMILTON Report by TV News Desk

CBS has announced that this Sunday, February 5th, it will present a double-length director's cut segment of 'HAMILTON A FRONT ROW SEAT,' featuring previously unseen material from Charlie Ros…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:20PM

Mark Cofta’s theater picks: Lightning Rod Special returns; Chekhov never left by Mark Cofta

New plays rule February, joined by a few rarely seen classics and a Chekhov pair.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 12:18PM

'The King and I': Sneak peek at the stunning costumes of the show coming to Playhouse Square (photos) by Laura Demarco, The Plain Dealer

"In a musical that is this beloved, there are certain images people need to see," says "The King and I" costume designer Catherine Zuber.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 12:09PM

thEATer: “Dear Evan Hansen’s” Kristolyn Lloyd Dishes on Her Favorite Spots in the Theater District by Ariana Starr

The dining scene of New York’s Theater District is quickly becoming one of the best of the city, and few people know it better than the actors who call the neighborhood their second home. …

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 12:07PM

Shopping for Chardonnay With the Queen of Wine-Soaked Cabaret by Joshua Barone

Bridget Everett, the actress and cabaret performer, returns to Joe’s Pub on Feb. 7 and 8 for her signature no-holds-barred show.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:06PM

Date Set for 2017 Lucille Lortel Awards; Off-Broadway Ceremony to Honor William Ivey Long, Lynn Nottage & More by Ryan McPhee

The date is now set for the 32nd annual Lucille Lortel Awards. The ceremony, which honors the best of off-Broadway, will be held on May 7 at the NYU Skirball Center. Nominations will be anno…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:06PM

Dreams Will Be Heard! Hear Dreamgirls' Amber Riley & Liisi LaFontaine Belt Out 'Listen' by Lindsey Sullivan

All you need to do is listen (seriously)! Dreamgirls stars Amber Riley and Liisi LaFontaine are dazzling the West End as Effie White and Deena Jones, respectively. The Casey Nicholaw-helmed …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:06PM

Our Gang: A Racial History of the Little Rascals by Trav S.D.

I hoped to love Julia Lee’s Our Gang: A Racial History of the Little Rascals because the subject is right up my alley: the social and cultural impact of a classic American film comedy…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 12:04PM

Book Review: “Hope in the Dark” — An Homage to Community by Arts Fuse Editor

Now, more than ever, It’s worth being reminded of our natural potential for good.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:04PM

Frank Langella to Star in Lapham Rising Film by Olivia Clement

Roger Rosenblatt’s best-selling novel is being adapted into a film starring the four-time Tony winner.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

Guild awards scorecard: ‘La La Land’ is 4 for 4 with wins at PGA, SAG, ACE, CSA by Paul Sheehan

Before Oscar nominations were announced on Jan. 24, we’d already heard from the casting directors and since then three more guilds (producers, actors and film editors) have revealed …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:00PM

Theater News: Jerry Mitchell to Be Honored at Gay Men's Chorus and Youth Pride Chorus Benefit

The Broadway director and choreographer will receive the Arts in Action Award.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Photo Flash: Andy Karl, Barrett Doss, and More Preview Broadway's Groundhog Day

The new musical is written by Tim Minchin and Danny Rubin.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Theater News: Groundhog Day Announces Sweepstakes for Tickets to First Broadway Preview

The new Broadway musical offers a way to cure the winter blues.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Watch Jon Rua’s Short Dance Film, a Love Letter to Hamilton by Michael Gioia

His original project, titled LoveFound, was funded through a Kickstarter campaign.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:56AM

6 Theatre Workers You Should Know by American Theatre Editors

From an Alaskan-based storyteller to a casting director in New York City, here are some theatre workers to have on your radar.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:54AM

Spring Rehearsal and Meeting Space Availability at American Blues Theater by Bt

American Blues Theater has meeting and rehearsal space available April/May 2017. The 700sqft room is perfect for rehearsals, meetings, auditions, or photo shoots. It is located near the Dame…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 11:54AM

Barbra Streisand Sets New York Area Encore Concerts by Adam Hetrick

The award-winning performer is set to play Brooklyn and Long Island this spring.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:49AM

Lucas Hedges Turns Disappointing ‘Yen’ Into a Must-See Experience Off Broadway by Rex Reed

Lucas Hedges, Oscar-nominated for Best Supporting Actor for Manchester by the Sea, makes his New York stage debut a must-see experience.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 11:47AM

Casting Complete for New Off-Broadway Musical All Aboard! by Andrew Gans

The Al Tapper musical begins February 17 in Manhattan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:44AM

JONAH AND OTTO's Sean Gormley to Appear on WPKN Radio's STATE OF THE ARTS by BroadwayWorld

JONAH AND OTTO, by celebrated UK playwright Robert Holman, began performances last night and the official Opening is set for next Wednesday, February 8th at The Lion Theatre at Theatre Row, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:42AM

Memorial planned for Jane Alderman by Morgan Greene

A memorial has been planned for Jane Alderman, the influential Chicago casting director who died in October. "A Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Jane Alderman" will be held March 20 at …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:39AM

HBO to Present Off-Broadway's CHRIS GETHARD: CAREER SUICIDE This May by TV News Desk

Comedian, talk-show and podcast host, and writer Chris Gethard brings his one-man off-Broadway show CHRIS GETHARD CAREER SUICIDE to HBO when it tapes at the Tribeca Performing Arts Center in…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:37AM

Off-Broadway League Sets Honors For Designer William Ivey Long & Playwright Lynn Nottage by Jeremy Gerard

William Ivey Long, the costume designer every female stage star longs to be dressed by, and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage (Ruined) will be honored May 7 at this year’s…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:35AM

The sequel to 'Lend Me a Tenor' brings back the hijinks at the Paper Mill by Natalie Pompilio | For Nj Advance Media

The original cast returns to Paper Mill Playhouse for a month-long run.

SOURCE: NJ.com at 11:32AM

Live-Streaming Now! Disney Presents Sneak Peek at FROZEN, A MUSICAL SPECTACULAR! by BroadwayWorld

Frozenfractals will be all around today, when Disney Parks LIVE stream series goes live fromDisney Cruise Line'sDisney Wonder to bring you a sneak peek atFROZEN, A MUSICAL SPECTACULAR

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:30AM

YEARS OF SUNLIGHT – Theatre503 by Ian Foster

This particular 'new town' was designed to rehouse the overspill population from the poorer parts of Liverpool but the forced creation of new communities is rarely so simple as that, and it …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:30AM

Photos: Len Cariou, Kathie Lee Gifford, Julia Murney, and More at Georgie Opening Night by Hannah Vine

In Georgie: My Adventures with George Rose, Ed Dixon remembers his friend, the late Tony-winning actor.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:23AM

NYC Gay Men's Chorus HARMONY Gala to Fete Broadway's Jerry Mitchell by BroadwayWorld

Big Apple Performing Arts BAPA, the home of New York City Gay Men's Chorus and Youth Pride Chorus, today announced the recipient of the Arts in Action Award for 2017 to be presented at Harmo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:21AM

Lucille Lortel Awards Set May Date at Skirball Center by Adam Hetrick

The 32nd Annual Lucille Lortel Awards will honor William Ivey Long, Lynn Nottage, and Harold Wolpert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:16AM

RSC's THE TEMPEST to Storm Into U.S. Cinemas This March by BroadwayWorld

Beginning March 1, 2017, the Royal Shakespeare Company's acclaimed production of Shakespeare's The Tempest will play in select movie houses across North America.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:14AM

Maryland Opera Studio to Premiere University of MD’s Opera Composition Contest Winner ‘The Young King’ on by Emily Schweich

The first-year members of the Maryland Opera Studio present a semi-staged New Work Reading every year, but this year’s reading is unique. On February 10, the Maryland Opera Studio premiere…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:13AM

Mariinsky Ballet’s The Little Humpbacked Horse at The Kennedy Center (review) by Susan Galbraith

Choreographer Alexei Ratmansky has created a dance-theatre piece that is part ballet, modern, and Russian folk dance with plenty of comical pantomime to share the much-beloved folktale of hi…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:12AM

The White Devil review – passion, revenge and murder at the double by Michael Billington

Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, LondonAnnie Ryan’s production does full justice to the sinewy, aphoristic language in Webster’s sinister portrait of corruptionWebster’s dark Jacobean tragedie…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:12AM

Watch Live as Disney Cruise Lines Goes Behind the Scenes of Frozen by Michael Gioia

Disney Parks Live is live-streaming a behind-the-scenes video of Frozen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:09AM

Focus Group review at Ovalhouse, London – ‘surreal and experimental’ by David Ralf

What colour is “brave and loyal”? What flavour conveys “confident and conscientious”? In Focus Group*, one half of the audience is asked

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:04AM

Preview: Jeff Becker explores post-Katrina New Orleans in “Sea of Common Catastrophe” by Andrew Alexander

Beyond their both being Southern cities, Atlanta and New Orleans often don’t seem to have a lot in common, but theater artist Jeff Becker points out that both cities have been subject to t…

SOURCE: ArtsATL at 11:01AM

Do you know when the first ever National Broadway Auditions are?

Me neither. Because there is no such thing as the National Broadway Auditions.  But there should be.  I mean, can you imagine?  A giant event in major cities across the country where all …

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

Theater News: Broadway's Eric Ulloa Brings His New Play 26 Pebbles to Human Race Theater

Performances of the Sandy Hook drama, directed by Igor Goldin, begin tonight.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Big Idea Theatre explores decency in ‘Night Alive’

Big Idea Theatre explores what a spontaneous act of decency can mean in Conor McPherson’s humorous “The Night Alive” through Feb. 11. 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; $12-$22. 1616 Del Paso B…

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 11:00AM

Catch one of the best ever Crocker-Kingsley exhibitions in Roseville

The Kingsley Art Club is a Sacramento institution that is more than 100 years old. Formed to advance the appreciation of art, the club presented its first exhibition at the … Click to …

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 11:00AM

Capital Stage’s ‘Betrayal’ peels back layers of regret

Capital Stage delivers an intriguing new production that clenches us in the sensual grip of an adulterous love affair. Harold Pinter’s simple-seeming “Betrayal” systematically reveals …

SOURCE: The Sacramento Bee at 11:00AM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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RSC's Queen Anne to transfer to Theatre Royal Haymarket in London's West End

     It has been announced that the well-received Stratford-upon-Avon run of RSC’s Queen Anne is set to transfer to the West End’s Theatre Royal Haymarket. The Lon…

SOURCE: https at 10:56AM

Advance Tickets for Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Already Selling Out Theaters Nationwide by Movies News Desk

As fans eagerly await THE MARCH 17th premiere of Disney's live-action BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Deadline reports that the film is already out-selling advance ticket sales for 'Finding Dory' on F…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:51AM

Dark and pungent: The White Devil at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London

John Webster’s play is a chilling portrait of a corrupt, hypocritical society

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:44AM

‘Bombastic and boisterous’ Tango Fire at the Peacock Theatre

This London staging of German Cornejo’s homage to tango is lacking in subtlety

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 10:42AM

Revolving auditorium planned for new Liverpool theatre by Georgia Snow

A new theatre featuring a revolving auditorium is to be built in Liverpool as part of plans for a creative district in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:41AM

John Smith to step down as general secretary of Musicians’ Union by Matthew Hemley

John Smith is to step down as general secretary of the Musicians’ Union after 15 years. Announcing his retirement, Smith said he

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:37AM

The Depraved Appetite of Tarrare the Freak review at Wilton’s Music Hall, London – ‘impressively sung’ by George Hall

A collaboration between brothers Tom and Tobi Poster, The Depraved Appetite of Tarrare the Freak is a chamber opera – just two

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:27AM

Review: ‘Romeo & Juliet’ at The Media Theatre by Ellen Wilson Dilks

“Two households, both alike in dignity In fair Verona, where we lay our scene From ancient grudge break to new mutiny Where civil blood makes civil hands unclean….” Delaware County’s…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 10:24AM

Features: Let's Talk About Sets: Alex Lowde on Pygmalion

The designer explains his unusual take on the staging of Bernard Shaw's classic play

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:24AM

Theatre News: Gary Barlow and Joanna Riding to perform at 17th Annual WhatsOnStage Awards

The singer will perform a song from his musical The Girls

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:24AM

Video: Broadway’s Newest Breakout Star? Hillary Clinton by Jeremy Gerard

Repeating a scene that’s been unfolding with some frequency since the end of her run for the White House, Hillary Clinton appeared last night at (not in, but one can dream) a Broadway …

SOURCE: Deadline at 10:19AM

Call Answered: Wé McDonald: "The Voice" + Highline Ballroom concert by Call Me Adam

Call Answered: In the world of reality TV, there is something for everyone. I, personally, love competition shows, seeing the very talented to the not so talented. Season 11 of the "The Voic…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 10:18AM

REVIEW: Agatha Christie's WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION by Rob Stevens

Christie's 1953 courtroom drama is still crisp in its writing and filled with twists and turns of the plot. The problem with The Group Rep's production is in the casting.

SOURCE: Haines His Way at 10:06AM

Hillary Clinton Surprise Spurs Audience Chant at Broadway's 'In Transit'

The former presidential candidate attended the a cappella musical with Bill Clinton on Wednesday night.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:06AM

Little Dancer Came Back to Life for One Night

At the National Dance Institute’s one-night-only event, dancer Tiler Peck and Tony winner Terrence Mann performed a number from the Broadway-bound musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM

Danny DeVito, Mark Ruffalo Sport Somber Garb for Broadway's 'The Price' Photo (Exclusive Image)

Tony Shalhoub and Jessica Hecht also star in the revival of Arthur Miller's 1968 drama, which begins previews on Feb. 16.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:00AM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Box Office Opens Feb. 2 for Broadway’s Amélie, A New Musical by Andrew Gans

Previews begin March 9 at the Walter Kerr Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:59AM

Box Office Opens Today for AMELIE, A NEW MUSICAL by BroadwayWorld

The box office for AMELIE, A NEW MUSICAL will open on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 10am at the Walter Kerr Theatre 219 W 48th Street.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM

The Arts on the Stamps of the World — February 2 by Doug Briscoe

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

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:48AM

Theater Review: “Trans Scripts, Part I: The Women” — An Evening of Powerful Journeys by Arts Fuse Editor

This is a script with an exquisite sense of balance; Trans Scripts, Part I is thoughtful, informative, honest, and playful, all at once.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:48AM

American Society of Cinematographers Awards prediction: Oscar frontrunner ‘La La Land’ will win by Paul Sheehan

Oscar frontrunner Linus Sandgren (“La La Land”) is all but certain to win the American Society of Cinematographers award for Best Feature Film at the 31st annual edition of thes…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:45AM

Watch Hillary and Bill Clinton Arrive at Broadway’s In Transit by Andrew Gans

The political couple were greeted by cheers at the a cappella musical at Circle in the Square.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:44AM

Enter Now for a Chance to Win Tickets to the First Preview of GROUNDHOG DAY! by BroadwayWorld

To take the sting out of this morning's news from Punxsutawney PA predicting six more weeks of winter, the producers of the eagerly anticipated Broadway musical comedy Groundhog Day announce…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:42AM

GRACE NOTES: Thursday, February 2, 1017 by Susan Grace

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New York Theater Quiz January 2017 by Jonathan Mandell

How closely were you paying attention to the New York theater news on and off stage in January? Take these 10 questions and see. (The photograph of Mary Tyler Moore, from “Whose Life I…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 09:30AM

Celebrating the Birthday of Elaine Stritch by Hannah Vine

The Tony-winning leading lady, who died July 17, 2014, would have celebrated her 92nd birthday today.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:25AM

Don’t Miss: ‘Page to Stage’ Seminar with Off Broadway Alliance by Matthew Wexler

Do you think you may be the next David Merrick? The Off Broadway Alliance, the organization of Off Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents, and marketing firms, will hol…

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 09:18AM

Broadway Black Stars Shine In 89th Academy Award Nominations by Jazmine Harper-Davis

There’s always a silver lining, right? After this whirlwind of the past few days with the Inauguration of an unqualified reality star to lead our country, millions of women marching around…

SOURCE: BroadwayBlack at 09:15AM

Dead Simple review at Mill at Sonning – ‘theatrical flair’ by Paul Vale

Peter James’ Dead Simple, part of the DSC Roy Grace series, is a genuine page-turner but this stage adaptation by Shaun McKenna

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:13AM

European productions aren't 'infecting' our theatre – they're telling hard truths by David Lan

The National’s Hedda Gabler, directed by Ivo van Hove, captures all the contradictions in Ibsen’s play. It’s these shows that help us through dark timesAs the lights went down on Ivo v…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:04AM

Livestreaming an Artist Plenary at the National Initiative for Arts & Health in the Military 2th National Summit in Tampa, Florida—Fri, Feb 3 by [email protected] (thea)

By HowlRound TV. Art2Action , Americans for the Arts , and the University of South Florida (USF) present an Artist Plenary at the National Initiative for Arts & Health in the Military (N…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 09:04AM

A complex path to parenthood in 'Samsara' at Single Carrot Theatre by Tim Smith

The winter season has heated up nicely. In addition to such attractions as Stillpointe Theatre's vibrant staging of the musical gem "Grey Gardens," there's a stylish production from Single …

SOURCE: The Baltimore Sun Subscription at 09:01AM

THE IRON MAN – Unicorn Theatre by Shanine Salmon

Unicorn Theatre’s magical production of The Iron Man is simply oozing with creativity. Adapted from the Ted Hughes novel of the same name, the simple story follows an iron giant who befrie…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM

International news round-up: February 4 by The Stage

Asylum permits fraud SOUTH AFRICA/JOHANNESBURG Six employees of the city’s Joburg Theatre have been discovered to have fraudulent asylum permits, while the permits

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

It’s known for the movies, but LA’s theatre scene has much to offer too by Nick Awde

Two years ago I moved from London to Los Angeles and I’ve not regretted it. Admittedly I did have my reservations about

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Cancer, climate change and sex crimes? These plays took some guts by Chris Jones

Over the past week, I've reviewed plays about cancer, climate change and sex offenders. Doesn't that make you want to rush out to the theater? Well, there was also "Saturday Night Fever," al…

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Review Roundup - New CBS Comedy SUPERIOR DONUTS, Based on Tracy Letts Play by TV News Desk

The CBS Television Network's SUPERIOR DONUTS, starring Judd Hirsch and Jermaine Fowler, will debut with a special preview tonight, Feb. 2 830-900 PM, ETPT. Let's see what the critics have to…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:46AM

Superior Donuts Review: A Play Like a Sitcom by Jonathan Mandell

Below is my 2009 review of Superior Donuts, the play by Tracy Letts, which opened on Broadway on October 1, 2009, and closed on January 3, 2010. A new TV series of the same name, starring Ju…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 08:30AM

Loving — ‘Piously dull’

Jeff Nichols’ film about a mixed-race American couple is virtuous but preachy

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Gold: Matthew McConaughey is a fantastically overdone ham

Star loses hair and gains pot belly in hokey tale of prospectors in South America

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Tower — ‘An amazing documentary’

This powerful film uses different media to tell the story of a series of Texas sniper shootings

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VIDEO: RENT Meets Lady Gaga in New #GAGA4RENT Mashup by BroadwayWorld

Get ready to jump over the moon, because Michael Korte is back with his latest mashup GAGA4RENT is the follow-up video to the massively successful HAM4BEY mashup. It's of course RENT mashed …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:09AM

Fans speculate that Beyoncé could join Lady Gaga at Super Bowl by Nicole Bitette

Hold up: Could Beyoncé be taking the Super Bowl stage once again?

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 08:08AM

The White Devil, Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London, review: It ain't Shakespeare – maybe it's more Tarantino by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Director Ann Ryan's candlelit production of John webster's 'The White Devil' at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, is the perfect setting for the play about deceit, treachery a…

SOURCE: The Independent at 08:06AM

Think dance isn't for you? No wonder with titles like these by Lyndsey Winship

Their art form already feels distant to some audiences. Do choreographers just make things worse by coming up with obscure names for their shows?I was once having a conversation with Matthew…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:04AM

Danny Baker live review – geezer with an endless appetite for gossip by Brian Logan

City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds The broadcaster’s first standup tour, Cradle to the Stage, is a lucky-dip of nostalgic childhood stories and showbiz anecdotesYou’ve read the autobiograp…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 08:04AM

THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE – Touring by Thom Dibdin

Pop quiz. Hum a song from Thoroughly Modern Millie, which is at the Playhouse until Saturday. Aha, Sammy Cahn and James Van Heusen’s title number. Very good. And?

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM

Cleveland Play House's 'Baskerville' is a frothy sendup of Sherlock Holmes - and theater itself (review) by Andrea Simakis

Ken Ludwig's madcap adaption of "The Hound of the Baskervilles" features five actors in nearly 40 roles.

SOURCE: Cleveland.com at 08:00AM
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Toni Erdmann: German comedy rich with meaning and revelation

Maren Ade’s award-winning film about a practical-joking dad and his career-driven daughter

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Groundhog Day’s First-Preview Ticket Giveaway by Playbill Staff

Cheer yourself up for six more weeks of winter by registering to win tickets to the March 16 performance!

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Podcast: Culture stands up to Trump. Plus, Elif Shafak

From museum strikes to a micro-penis, how artists are responding to the US president

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Theatre News: West End cast of The Kite Runner speak out against Trump ban

The play is about an Afghan boy and his father who flee to the US as refugees

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:06AM

Review: Review: The Depraved Appetite of Tarrare the Freak (Wilton's Music Hall)

Food porn and puppetry in a gruesomely hilarious entertainment from Wattle and Daub

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:06AM

Last chance: ‘Jeanne at the Stake’ at Opéra de Lyon, Lyon by Blouin Artinfo

Last chance to visit Opéra de Lyon de Lyon for the opera “Jeanne at the Stake” that ends soon on February 3, 2017.The opera features the last moments of an exalted and anguished Joan of…

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Can immersive theatre provide value for money? by Shanine Salmon

In a world of people singing along to musical theatre and drunkenly shouting to actors in passive productions (I’ve been to Rocky Horror so I am saying nothing) it is nice that there is an…

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BWW's On This Day - February 2, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on February 2 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

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Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Roses Theatre in Tewkesbury to launch ‘pioneering’ live stream of productions by Matthew Hemley

Tewkesbury Theatre the Roses is to begin streaming productions live from its website, after receiving funding from Arts Council England. The theatre

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Emma Rice: ‘I am only staying on to see through the next season of work’ by Georgia Snow

  Shakespeare’s Globe artistic director Emma Rice has spoken for the first time about her forced departure from the venue, which was

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:53AM

German Cornejo’s Tango Fire review at Peacock Theatre, London – ‘still smoulders’ by Neil Norman

There is nothing coy about tango. A stranger to political correctness it derives from an era (and place) where men were men

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:52AM

The Philanthropy of Dental Sleep Masters’ Avi Weisfogel by Rino16

In 2014 Dr. Avi Weisfogel founded Dental Sleep Masters. He has been in the dental industry for several years and this is the latest company he has founded. He graduated with a Bachelors degr…

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Theatre News: Casting announced for The Diary of a Teenage Girl

Rebecca Trehearn stars in Marielle Heller's stage adaptation of the graphic novel

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:02AM

Theatre News: Emma Rice announces details for final season at the Globe

Casting has been announced for Romeo and Juliet and Twelfth Night

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 06:02AM

Findlay//Sandsmark o’death at Wexner Center, Columbus by Blouin Artinfo

'O’death', a play featuring the Norwegian American ensemble Findlay//Sandsmark, will be staged at Wexner Center for the Arts, Columbus, Ohio, from February 9 – 12, 2017.The pla…

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YEARS OF SUNLIGHT – Theatre 503 by Aleks Sierz

The story starts in 2009 with Paul, a fortysomething professional who works in computing, returning to his home town, Skelmersdale, a 1960s overspill from Liverpool. Now living in Dublin, he…

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Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Today on Broadway: Thursday, February 2, 2017 by James Marino

Listen: Bill and Hillary Visit “In Transit”… no really, Stars Join “Babes in Toyland,” and “Theatre Talk” to Remember Elaine Stritch! “Today o…

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Kiss and Cry review at Barbican Centre, London – ‘startling and intricate’ by Anna Winter

With startling simplicity and intricate cleverness, Kiss and Cry conjures up entire worlds of bittersweet emotion. It tells the story of a

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NEWS: Cast announced for Globe’s Twelfth Night, Romeo & Juliet by Press Releases

Shakespeare’s Globe is has announced casting for Romeo and Juliet directed by Daniel Kramer, and Twelfth Night directed by Emma Rice. Emma’s 2017 summer season, the Summer of Love, marks…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:32AM

'Monk Jianzhen's Journey to Japan’ at Opera House, NCPA, Beijing by Blouin Artinfo

A drama performance titled “Monk Jianzhen's Journey to Japan” presented by Jiangsu Arts Performing Group Opera Commission will be staged at the Opera House, NCPA, Beijing from February 5…

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Narvik review at Home, Manchester – ‘a spellbinding tale of love and loss’ by Roger Foss

When 90-year-old Liverpudlian ex-sailor Jim Callaghan slips on some concrete in his basement, a crack on the head releases dark recollections of a

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Summer Strallen: ‘I used to do jobs for the acclaim – now it’s about enjoying what I do’ by Mark Shenton

It’s less than two months since I interviewed Scarlett Strallen in these pages, as she returned to the London stage from New

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INTERVIEW: Alex MacKeith by Susan Elkin

Poor SATS results are putting pressure on a headteacher’s job - a new play examines the issues and Susan Elkin meets the playwright.

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Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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THE WHITE DEVIL Wanamaker, SE1 by Libby Purves

CORPSES BY CANDLELIGHT     “Dost thou imagine thou canst slide on blood, and not be tainted in a shameful fall?” asks Cardinal Monticello of the murderous Lodovico, a man who t…

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Theatre News: Casting announced for Birmingham Rep's Amédée

Roxanna Silbert directs Josie Lawrence and Trevor Fox

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‘The Miracle of the Heliots’ at Volksoper Vienna by Blouin Artinfo

An operatic concert titled “The Miracle of the Heliots” composed by Erich Wolfgang Korngold will be staged at Volksoper Vienna on February 2 and February 5, 2017.“The Miracle of the He…

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The White Devil review at Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London – ‘thrilling and ferocious’ by Mark Shenton

In the programme notes for Shakespeare’s Globe’s new production of John Webster’s The White Devil, director Annie Ryan comments, “Here we are,

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Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Thomas Hescott appointed executive director of Stage Directors UK by Matthew Hemley

Thomas Hescott has been appointed to run Stage Directors UK in the new role of executive director, as part of a management

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BWW Morning Brief February 2nd, 2017: Top Stories You Might Have Missed And More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Today's big news IF I FORGET with GREY'S ANATOMY's Kate Walsh starts performances at Roundabout, and SUNSET BOULEVARD, starring Glenn Close, begins on Broadway

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Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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La Veuve Joyeuse at Opéra Bastille, Paris by Blouin Artinfo

Opéra Bastille, Paris, presents Franz Lehair's 'La Veuve Joyeuse' (The Merry Widow) which will run from September 9 through October 21, 2017.The libretto has been penned by Victor Léon and…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 02:32AM

Night fever: breakout star Tamara Lawrance on exploding Shakespeare by Mark Lawson

Barely out of Rada, Tamara Lawrance cruised into TV and stage roles. Now she’s taking on Twelfth Night at the National. Can it beat her weird student version?Playing Viola in Twelfth Night…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:24AM

Dillie Keane: My favourite theatre closing is like losing a treasured friend by Dillie Keane

When you’ve been on the road for as long as I have, you not only acquire a healthy set of whiskers, you

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Richard Jordan: The death of unpaid internships will harm theatre’s future by Richard Jordan

The Stage recently reported on a group of cross-party MPs calling on the government to ban unpaid internships and revise work experience practices in

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Mark Shenton: What qualities make a producer stand out? by Mark Shenton

Nowadays there are often more (so-called) producers named on a theatre poster than there are actors in the show: Dear Evan Hansen,

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Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Georgie: My Adventures with George Rose by Darryl Reilly

What truly distinguishes the show is Dixon’s fearless psychological focus on Rose and himself. The predominant theme is of hero worship and its bruising disappointments. It also attempts…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 01:22AM

Theater News: 6 Renditions of "Me and My Shadow" to Celebrate the Possibility of 6 More Weeks of Winter

In honor of Broadway's upcoming Groundhog Day musical, we present the same song again and again and…

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM

Our Favorite Things About “The Space Between Us” Stars by Young Hollywood

Our Favorite Things About “The Space Between Us” Stars Join us in the YH Studio for an out-of-this-world chat with the stars of the intergalactic romance 'The Space Between Us', Asa Butt…

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Thursday, February 2, 2017 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Sydney Festival dance 2017 by Deborah Jones

A wrap of dance seen at the 2017 Sydney Festival … Spectra, Dancenorth, Seymour Centre, Sydney, January 11 The flick of a long rope sends energy snaking through it. It passes a man sta…

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I Was 15% More Dishonest In 2016, But Can You Prove It? by Joe Patti

In my post yesterday, I quoted Matt Burriesci as he addressed how uncomfortable people feel when it comes to advocating the intangible value of the arts. We should stop being ashamed to beli…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 12:31AM

Eric Ulloa's Sandy Hook Play 26 PEBBLES Begins Tonight 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 12:30AM

Starry Reading of Legal Drama AMERICAN DREAM Set for Today in NYC by BroadwayWorld

Independent Spirit Nominee, Image Award Nominee, Obie Award Winner, Tony Award Winner as producer, and Drama Desk Award winner as producer Tamara Tunie Flight, The Devil's Advocate, Law amp …

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IF I FORGET, Featuring Kate Walsh, Jeremy Shamos and More, Starts Tonight at Roundabout by BroadwayWorld

Roundabout Theatre Company presents Roundabout Underground alumni playwright Steven Levenson's The Unavoidable Disappearance of Tom Durnin Dear Evan Hansen new play, If I Forget, directed by…

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Tim Realbuto's Demi Lovato Tribute Hits Feinstein's/54 Below Tonight by BroadwayWorld

As previously announced,Lora Lee Gayer, fresh off of her starring role as Linda Mason in Broadway's 'Holiday Inn', and Ryann Redmond Bring It On IfThen complete the cast of Tim Realbuto's De…

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Wendie Malick & Dan Lauria Lead LOVE LETTERS This Weekend at Laguna Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

Laguna Playhousepresents a very special bonus event just in time for Valentines Day, Wendie Malick 'Hot in Cleveland,' 'Just Shoot Me' and Dan Lauria 'The Wonder Years.' 'Pitch' starring in …

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CBS Airs Special Preview of SUPERIOR DONUTS, Based on Tracy Letts Play, Today by TV News Desk

The CBS Television Network's SUPERIOR DONUTS, starring Judd Hirsch and Jermaine Fowler, will debut with a special preview today.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:30AM

Marta Becket, ballerina who drew audiences to Mojave Desert stage, dies at 92 by The Associated Press

A ballerina who drew audiences from around the world to an abandoned Mojave Desert stage she adopted after being stranded there by a flat tire in 1967 has died at the age of 92.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 12:18AM

Ariana DeBose, Max Crumm, Ryann Redmond Celebrate Demi Lovato in Concert by Michael Gioia

The evening is held at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

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Glenn Close Returns to Broadway in Revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard by Andrew Gans

Everything’s as if she never said goodbye, as previews begin at the Palace Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Superior Donuts Series, Based on Tracy Letts Play, Premieres on CBS Feb. 2 by Andrew Gans

Tony winner Judd Hirsch and Jermaine Fowler co-star.

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The L.A. Theatre Digest: January 26-February 1 by Patrick Pizzolorusso

The Normal Heart will play L.A.’s Chromolume, and registration is now open for the Hollywood Fringe Festival.

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Steven Levenson’s If I Forget Kicks Off at Roundabout by Olivia Clement

The new play from the Dear Evan Hansen book writer begins previews Off-Broadway.

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Chicago Premiere of Straight White Men Begins by Michael Gioia

Young Jean Lee wrote and directs the piece at Steppenwolf.

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15 Tips to Nail Your Singing Audition by Joe Gambino

Anthony Rapp, Rebecca Luker, Jen Colella, and Brad Bass offer their best advice.

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How John Kander Found a New Writing Partner by Olivia Clement

How Kander met collaborator Greg Pierce, why they love working together, and what to expect from their new musical, Kid Victory.

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Stage preview: Getting the band together for 'Pump Boys and Dinettes' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The lives, dreams and music of the six friends in “Pump Boys and Dinettes” are familiar to Ben Klein, who, like the characters in the Tony-nominated musical, hails from North Carolina.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Stage preview: Actress-writer Ann Talman comes to grips with her purpose in life by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

You could say Ann Talman has been working on her one-woman show, “Woody’s Order!,” since birth. “Or you could say before birth, actually,” said the actress known for roles on “Se…

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 12:00AM

Actress & Writer Patricia Bosworth Shares Her Story by WNYC

Actress and writer Patricia Bosworth joins us to discuss her memoir, Men in My Life: A Memoir of Love and Art in 1950s Manhattan. She details her early life in theater in Manhattan during th…

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Growing Out of Innocence by WNYC

Emily Fridlund joins us to discuss her debut novel, History of Wolves. It tells the story of Linda, a 14-year-old girl living on a nearly abandoned commune in the Minnesota woods. Her life t…

SOURCE: WNYC at 12:00AM

Campbell's 'Jingle Queen' Will Serenade Fans At Avon Library by Owen McNally

The renowned jingle "Mmm, Mmm Good" from Campbell's Soup catapulted vocalist Marlene VerPlanck from a hardworking, lowly studio musician to a remarkable, lucrative, nearly three-decade reign…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

'Book of Mormon' At Bushnell, 'Moon For Misbegotten' At Playhouse on Park by Christopher Arnott

"Hello! My Name is Elder Price! And I would like to share with you the most amazing book." "The Book of Mormon" returns to The Bushnell, 166 Capitol Ave. in Hartford, Feb. 14 to 19, with a l…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 12:00AM

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