Monday, February 6, 2017 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Six STL women to be honored with Visionary Awards by Joe Holleman St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Grammy Award-winning soprano Christine Brewer to perform

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 11:32PM

‘They felt like they had been swindled’: Stunned Montrealers walk out during premier of dance show by Graeme Hamilton

In retrospect, the earplugs handed out to audience members should have been a sign. Not to mention the choreographer's message, ‘You have to vomit art’

SOURCE: news.nationalpost.com at 11:12PM

‘SUNSET BOULEVARD’ STORMS THE PALACE IN PREVIEWS by Philip Boroff

Broadway audiences can’t get enough of Glenn Close or Andrew Lloyd Webber. A new revival of Sunset Boulevard grossed an impressive $834,000 in its first five previews last week at the Pa…

SOURCE: Broadway Journal at 11:01PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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From clean cut kids to Christian comics to Riverdale: the Archiverse revolution by Arts Review

Archie Andrews has finally made the transition to a live action television series. Riverdale is airing on Netflix in Australia, but be warned, this millennial version of Archie may not be as…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 10:58PM

The Liar by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

However, it is Ives’ joy in language that is the most infectious. The rhymed couplets keep coming and surprising us over and over again (bitter/twitter; prize/rhapsodize, jocular/interlocu…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 10:42PM

Delaware Theatre Company presents Bruce Graham’s ‘White Guy on the Bus’ by Mark Cofta

American racial divisions are exposed and explored in Bruce Graham's 'White Guy on the Bus' at Delaware Theatre Company. Mark Cofta reviews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 10:37PM

2017 Helen Hayes Awards. And the nominees are … by Lorraine Treanor

Straight from tonight’s announcement at the Helen Hayes Gallery of the National Theatre. Here are the nominees for the Helen Hayes Awards. The 33rd Helen Hayes Awards ceremony will be …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:12PM

Interview: Juan Pablo Di Pace on ‘Fuller House’, Doing Musicals All Over the World and Making His Debut at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Jose Solis

American audiences know Juan Pablo Di Pace for his turns in Dallas, A.D. The Bible Continues where he played Jesus, and of course Netflix’s immensely popular Fuller House where he stars as…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 10:09PM

2017 Helen Hayes Award Nominations Announced; COME FROM AWAY Nabs 14 Nominations by BroadwayWorld

The 2017 Helen Hayes Award nominations were announced tonight. A line-up of leading theatre artists announced nominations in 47 categories of artistic excellence. Award recipients will be an…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:03PM

Inclusive, innovative, international: A new vision for Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre by J. Kelly Nestruck

From residential-school drama to Broadway-bound musical, Edmonton venue’s new artistic director creates buzz with 2017-18 season

SOURCE: The Globe and Mail at 10:00PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Call Answered: Carmen Cusack: If You Knew My Story: Live at Feinstein's/54 Below by Call Me Adam

I was first introduced to the talent's of Carmen Cusack during her Tony-nominated turn in Steve Martin & Edie Brickell's Tony-nominated Broadway musical "Bright Star." I was blown away b…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 09:30PM

Soy, Almond or Cow’s Milk: What’s best for dancers?

Sales of plant-based milks such as almond, soy and coconut are skyrocketing globally, while sales of cow’s milk continue to decline1,2. Cow’s milk has historically been considered nature…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 09:20PM

Allison DeBona and Rex Tilton bring artÉmotion to Ballet West

In just its third year, the artÉmotion Summer Intensive, led by Ballet West First Soloist Allison DeBona and Ballet West Principal Rex Tilton, shows continual growth and dedication to the p…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 09:14PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Here are the 2017 Helen Hayes Award Nominations by Joel Markowitz

Here are the 2017 Helen Hayes Nominations: Outstanding Choreography, Musical-Hayes Christopher d’Amboise, Evita, Olney Theatre Center Kelly Devine, Come From Away, Ford’s Theatre…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:48PM

Thank God I Wasn’t Here When It Was Relevant by Joe Patti

I have served on my county library system board for over half a year now. They say public libraries aren’t relevant any more but as the title of the post suggests, if this is what the …

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 08:48PM

5 Recital theme ideas and inspirations

It’s the New Year and time to get re-inspired! Start the year off right with a creative theme for your studio’s annual recital. Adding a theme to your recital will foster a sense of comm…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 08:48PM

CHARLES ISHERWOOD EXITS NEW YORK TIMES by Philip Boroff

EXCLUSIVE: The rumors are true. Charles Isherwood, the influential theater critic who’s been at the New York Times since 2004, has left the paper, a person familiar with the situat…

SOURCE: Broadway Journal at 08:46PM

Broadway-bound ‘Come From Away’ from Ford’s tops Hayes nominations by Nelson Pressley

Signature’s ‘Jelly’ scores big, as does the latest Happenstance vaudeville.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 08:42PM

ABT brings tragic classic ‘Swan Lake’ to the Kennedy Center

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C. January 25, 2017. American Ballet Theatre (ABT) brought its acclaimed production of Swan Lake to the Opera House at the J…

SOURCE: www.danceinforma.com at 08:38PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Charles Upton by Arts Review

Who is Charles Upton? An actor, currently playing Alex in The Little Dog Laughed at New Theatre. What would you do differently to what you do now? I’ve always wanted to work in the arts an…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 07:29PM

Theatre Review: ‘Ella Enchanted’ at Adventure Theatre MTC by Liz Ruth-Brinegar

A fresh, feminist take on Cinderella that’s not preachy and that manages to keep the light tone and charm of a fairy tale? “Ella Enchanted,” directed by Mary Hall Surface at Advent…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:12PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Marc Kudisch by Broadway.com

Marc Kudisch stops by Broadway.com to chat about Showtime's Billions and more with Paul Wontorek.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 07:12PM

Impressions of: Vim Vigor Dance Company’s "Future Perfect" at Baruch Performing Arts Center by The Dance Enthusiast

In Impressions of: Vim Vigor Dance Company’s Future Perfect at Baruch Performing Arts Center, "Gillen's choreography blisters with volatility, and its most scintillating feats arise …

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 07:00PM

Impressions of: BODYTRAFFIC at The Joyce Theater with Works by Anton Lachky, Richard Siegal & Arthur Pieta by The Dance Enthusiast

In Impressions of: BODYTRAFFIC at The Joyce Theater with Works by Anton Lachky, Richard Siegal & Arthur Pieta, "She commands him to transform into a dog, bubble bath, lemon, rotten avocado,…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 07:00PM

Jacob's Pillow Dance Hosts First Ever Inside/Out: Chance to Dance Contest by The Dance Enthusiast

An exciting opportunity to perform on the Pillow’s iconic outdoor stage, the Chance to Dance contest is a viewer-selected online competition that allows the public, peers, and fans of arti…

SOURCE: Dance Enthusiast at 07:00PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Why The Book of Mormon is much more than a book by Arts Review

Hello! The multi-award winning and outrageously hilarious satirical theatre phenomena The Book of Mormon is now playing in Melbourne. Knowing that this show is ‘from the makers of South Pa…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 06:55PM

Review: The God of Wine Stirs No Sexual Whirlwind in ‘Hurricane Diane’ by Laura Collins-Hughes

A new woman in town is really the Greek god Dionysus incarnated as a gardener with a mission in this eco-play at Two River Theater in New Jersey.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:18PM

Hall of Hams #112: McKee Rankin: Hub of America’s Greatest Acting Dynasty by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Arthur “McKee” Rankin (1844-1914). Rankin is they keystone of America’s greatest acting dynasty. I don’t call him the founder because he̵…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 06:18PM

‘The Town Hall Affair’ Recreates a Feminist Firestorm by Alexis Soloski

This piece by the Wooster Group was inspired by a 1971 debate that pitted Norman Mailer against some of the most outspoken feminists of the day.

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

Jake Gyllenhaal Photobombs, Hamilton's Schuyler Sisters Win the Super Bowl & Other Marvelous Hot Shots by Lindsey Sullivan

We have full confidence in Sunday in the Park star Jake Gyllenhaal's acting, singing and hat-finishing skills—but we had no idea he was a photobombing ninja! Take a look at our lat…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:06PM

Odds & Ends: John Mulaney & Nick Kroll's Cockroaches, Sam Rockwell's New Film with Lily Rabe & More by Ryan McPhee

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Don't Raid the Oh, Hello Stars Move over, Lea Michele the Goat. John Mulaney and Nick Kroll, who wrapped up their Broadw…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:06PM

Tickets Now Available for Off-Broadway's The Lightning Thief, Starring Chris McCarrell by Lindsey Sullivan

Tickets are now on sale for the stage adaptation of Rick Riordan's young adult fantasy novel, The Lightning Thief. As previously announced, Les Miz fresh face Chris McCarrell will headli…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:06PM

Review: Caroline, or Change

Round House Theatre expands its Tony Kushner Festival.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Interviews: Extra! Extra! Andrew Keenan-Bolger and Kara Lindsay Bring Newsies to Big Screen

The Broadway musical heads to cinemas later this month.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Review: Baby Screams Miracle

Woolly Mammoth goes into the eye of the storm.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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2017 Oscar predictions slugfest: How many trophies will ‘La La Land’ win? [WATCH] by Marcus James Dixon

“There could be a sweep mentality with these voters, where they see ‘La La Land’ on their ballot and they just keep checking it off,” I surmise in our 2017 Oscar pred…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 05:42PM

This Week's New Classifieds on BWW - 2/6/2017

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld.com for 262017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36PM

Los Angeles Theater Photo Preview: ZOOT SUIT (Center Theatre Group at the Mark Taper Forum) by Tony Frankel

ZOOT SUIT FITTED FOR A NEW GENERATION When Zoot Suit was originally commissioned and developed by Center Theatre Group in 1978, it played for nearly a year in Los Angeles—first at the …

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 05:31PM

“Women in Jeopardy!”—Comic Thriller at Center Rep, Walnut Creek by Kim Waldron

Wendy McLeod’s “Much Ado about Nothing” by Kim Waldron If you are a woman, man, or any citizen who feels in jeopardy from the new presidential administration, the escapist farce “Wom…

SOURCE: Theatrius at 05:30PM

Broadway Box Office: ‘Hamilton’ Spikes With New Pricing; ‘Sunset Boulevard’ Strong by Gordon Cox

The Super Bowl is always a tough time at the Broadway box office — but you’d never know it to look at “Hamilton,” the megahit that saw sales spike as its new premium …

SOURCE: Variety at 05:29PM

Freedom Singer’s channelling of musician’s ancestor can be heartwarming: review by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

There are challenges translating a research project to the stage, but Khari Wendell McClelland finds a sweet spot.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 05:29PM

This Month in Theatre History by American Theatre Editors

From the birth of the Little Theatre movement and the Native American Theatre Ensemble to the death of Bert Williams, February was filled with notable moments in theatre history.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 05:24PM

Hear Three Songs from Freaky Friday by Olivia Clement

Ahead of the official release of the studio album, fans can now listen to “Busted,” “Oh, Biology,” and “Just One Day.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:21PM

Unsung Hero Eva Mendes Came Up With One of La La Land’s Best Lines by Anna Silman

La La Land fans have yet another reason to thank Eva Mendes: In addition to being the world’s most supportive partner to boyfriend Ryan Gosling during the shoot, she also came up with one …

SOURCE: New York Magazine at 05:20PM

Jesse Luttrell and The Fred Barton Broadway Band: Mercury Rising by Sandi Durell

  by Lisa Joy Reitman-Dobi     On January 27, one year after Jesse Luttrell’s 54 Below debut, he retuned to a sold out house. I returned to review the show. Having seen the …

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 05:15PM

Broadway Grosses: Hamilton Surpasses $3 Million Again, Claiming the Top Spot by Over $2 Million by Ryan McPhee

The show is non-stop. Hamilton reigned supreme at the box office once again, managing to gross over $3 million in eight performances. This is the fourth time the Tony and Pulitzer-winning mu…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:03PM

Junk, Pulitzer Prize Winner Ayad Akhtar's Financial Thriller, Is Coming to Broadway by Ryan McPhee

Lincoln Center Theater will present the New York premiere of Pulitzer Prize winner Ayad Akhtar latest play, Junk. The production, directed by Doug Hughes, will begin performances at the Vivi…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:03PM

Long Before “Ragtime,” Musical Lessons From Lynn Ahrens by Howard Sherman

Two weeks ago, the musical Ragtime came under fire at a high school in Cherry Hill, New Jersey for its deployment of racial slurs in telling a anti-racism story that is intended to evoke th…

SOURCE: Howard Sherman at 05:00PM

Theater News: John Bolger and Company Set for American Son

Performances of the play, written by Christopher Demos-Brown, begin tonight at George Street Playhouse.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Review: The Book of Joseph

Barbara Gaines directs a drama about fascism and family.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Chita Rivera on touring, and staying political, at age 84 by Margaret Gray

Chita Rivera originated some of the most indelible roles of Broadway’s Golden Age: Anita in “West Side Story,” Velma in “Chicago,” Rosie in “Bye Bye Birdie.” She also starred i…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 04:55PM

True Colors: Broadway Fights Ovarian Cancer by Joy

As someone who has a family member who passed away from ovarian cancer, True Colors: Broadway Fights Ovarian Cancer is very meaningful to me.

SOURCE: broadwaywiz.com at 04:45PM

Costume Designer Mary Zophres Went From ‘Hail, Caesar!’ to ‘La La Land’ by Will Thorne

In her 23-year career in costume design, Mary Zophres has worked for the biggest directors in the business, outfitting all manner of stars on their films. Having garnered her second Oscar no…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:33PM

Original Star Matt McGrath to Return for THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA McBRIDE at Geffen Playhouse; Cast Announced! by BroadwayWorld

The Geffen Playhouse today announced that the cast for its West Coast Premiere production of Matthew Lopez's The Legend of Georgia McBride will feature Andrew Burnap as Casey, Matt McGrath a…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:32PM

Photo Coverage: The Tom Kitt Band Gets Ready to Play Feinstein's/54 Below! by Walter McBride

The Tom Kitt Band will soon make its Feinstein's54 Below debut, playing February 9 and 11. The Tony-winning frontman writes

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:32PM

Who should perform ‘City of Stars’ (‘La La Land’) at the Oscars? John Legend, Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars or… by Zach Laws

Just like Emma Stone, “La La Land” star Ryan Gosling made it clear to us during a recent interview (watch above) that he has no intention of performing his nominated song …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 04:30PM

‘Hamilton’s $3M Week Is The New Normal And Glenn Close Looks Formidable As ‘Sunset Boulevard’ Warms Broadway’s Chilly Box Office by Jeremy Gerard

Every Broadway show but two – Goliath Hamilton and David Dear Evan Hansen – dipped or dived last week as the Street continued its mid-winter contraction. But the sunrise of Glen…

SOURCE: Deadline at 04:29PM

BWW Feature: Hartt School's Natalie Noack Takes You Inside the Process in 'On My Way To A BFA' Podcast by Christopher Castanho

BIG NEWS in the world of Broadway Podcasts Natalie Noack, freshman Musical Theatre major at The Hartt School at the University of Hartford will releases her new podcast 'On My Way to a BFA'.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:27PM

'Faceless': Much to like in young writer's lively but formulaic courtroom drama by Chris Jones

"Faceless," the lively new drama at Northlight Theatre that deals with the recruitment — over Twitter and Facebook — of a young American woman to join the jihad, is the work of 22-year-o…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:16PM

Jasper Jones – Belvoir Return Season by Cassie Tongue

We go to the theatre for the stories. We go to practise empathy and experience the lives of people whose stories are both similar and different to our own. Theatre’s mainstream sibling, ci…

SOURCE: AussieTheatre at 04:09PM

The 2017 Helen Hayes Award Nominations To Be Announced Tonight/A Look Back at The 2016 Recipients by Guest Author

The 2017 Helen Hayes Awards nominations will be announced TONIGHT during a festive gathering beginning at 7 pm on Monday, February 6, 2017, in the Helen Hayes Gallery of Washington’s histo…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:08PM

Industry Ticket Offers by Bt

Game Changers – The Joffrey Ballet, 50 East Congress, is offering 50% off industry tickets to February 17, 23, and 24 performances. Use code IND50 to buy online.

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 04:06PM

Chicago Star Mel B on Judging Talent, the Joy of Playing 'Psycho Spice' & Watching Her Fans Grow Up by Broadway.com

Mel B chats about the joys of returning to Broadway in Chicago, the Spice Girls group text and her "no filter" style of judging America's Got Talent.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:03PM

Tony Nominee Reg Rogers & More Complete the Cast of Broadway's Present Laughter by Lindsey Sullivan

Reg Rogers and more have joined the starry lineup of the upcoming revival of Noël Coward’s Present Laughter. Performances will begin on March 10, 2017 at Broadway's …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 04:03PM

La Jolla Playhouse's 'Junk' headed to Broadway by James Hebert

As the La Jolla Playhouse-launched musical “Come From Away” prepares for its Broadway debut in less than two weeks, another Playhouse-developed work has just been announced for a Broadwa…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 04:00PM

Theater News: Matt McGrath to Lead West Coast Premeire of The Legend of Georgia McBride

Matthew Lopez's comedy will run at the Geffen Playhouse.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Theater News: Ayad Akhtar's New Play Junk Will Be Seen on Broadway

Doug Hughes directs the upcoming production of Lincoln Center Theater.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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THE PRICE OF FREE LOVE by Jessica Branch

This reclaimed relic from 1933 can still raise some eyebrows.

SOURCE: Theater News Online at 03:54PM

LIAR LIAR, FRANCE ON FIRE by Jessica Branch

An excellent cast adds layers of nuance to this boisterous comedy.

SOURCE: Theater News Online at 03:54PM

70th Annual TONY Awards Helmers Nab Directors Guild Award by BroadwayWorld

Glenn Weiss and the directing team of the 70th Annual Tony Awards, have won a Directors Guild Award in the category of Outstanding Directorial Achievement in VarietyTalkNewsSports-Specials.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:36PM

Pulitzer Prize Winner Ayad Akhtar’s Junk Will Bow on Broadway This Fall by Andrew Gans

Previews will begin in September at the Vivian Beaumont Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:34PM

Junk, by Pulitzer Prize Winner Ayad Akhtar, Will Bow on Broadway This Fall by Andrew Gans

Previews will begin in September at the Vivian Beaumont Theater.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:34PM

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 2/6

Welcome to this week's edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS - read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the week ending 2/5/…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:32PM

Women star in UIC's 'Glengarry Glen Ross' by Morgan Greene

The University of Illinois at Chicago will soon stage David Mamet's "Glengarry Glen Ross" in a way you've likely never seen it before — with women in the starring roles.  Derrick Sanders,…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 03:32PM

In its quiet moments, Moxie Theatre's 'Blue Door' speaks loudly by Beth Wood

In “Blue Door,” the compelling, provocative and sometimes wordy drama now making its Moxie Theatre debut, we meet Louis (Vimel Sephus), a brilliant mathematician with a wry sense of humo…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 03:30PM

Casting Complete for Broadway’s Present Laughter, Starring Kevin Kline by Andrew Gans

Previews begin March 10 at the St. James Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:27PM

Ayad Akhtar's New Play JUNK to Bring Financial Civil War to Lincoln Center Theater This Fall by BroadwayWorld

This fall Lincoln Center Theater,in association with The Araca Group,will produce Pulitzer Prize winner Ayad Akhtar's new play JUNK, directed by Doug Hughes. The production will begin previe…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:23PM

Can the Events at Two Broadway Shows Explain the Election? by Rino16

Mike Pence, the Vice President-elect, told his daughter something special at a recent production of the hit musical Hamilton. Breaking the treasured illusion of theater after the performance…

SOURCE: culturebytes.org at 03:19PM

Oscar Nominations Shrink Distance Between Broadway and Hollywood by Patrick Pacheco

There was a sense of déjà vu on Broadway when the Oscar nominations were announced, especially when it came to the four nods for “Fences”: Best Picture, Best Actor (Denzel Washington),…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 03:19PM

What's Playing on Broadway: February 6-12 , 2017 by BroadwayWorld

Below, BroadwayWorld brings you this weekly listing of Broadway shows and their show times for the week of February 6-12, 2017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:18PM

‘Disgraced’ Playwright Turns to a New Subject: Wall Street by Michael Paulson

Ayad Akhtar’s “Junk” will begin previews at Lincoln Center in September.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:18PM

Tony Nominee Reg Rogers, THE WOLVES' Tedra Millan Round Out PRESENT LAUGHTER on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Producer Jordan Roth announced today the complete casting and creative team for the Broadway revival of Noel Coward's Present Laughter.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:18PM

Cast & Creatives of HAMILTON, GREAT COMET, SWEAT, ANASTASIA and More Set for Drama League's 2017 UpClose Series by BroadwayWorld

The Drama League has announced its 2017 UpClose and Rough Draft Series, to be held at The Drama League Theater Center 32 Avenue of the Americas in Tribeca.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:18PM

FREAKY FRIDAY Studio Cast Recording Tracklist Announced; Preview the Songs! by BroadwayWorld

The world premiere studio recording of Freaky Friday, the new musical based on the beloved novel by Mary Rodgers and two hit Disney films, will be released by Walt Disney Records on March 10…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:17PM

INDUSTRY INSIGHT: Weekly Grosses Analysis - 2/6

Welcome to this week's edition of our new WEEKLY GROSSES ANALYSIS Read on for all the weekly grosses statistics for the movers and shakers from the latest grosses, for the week ending 252017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:14PM

Broadway Grosses: Week Ending 2/5/17 by BroadwayWorld

Grosses for all the Broadway shows for the week ending 252017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:14PM

Magic Time! ‘I Wanna Fucking Tear You Apart’ at Studio X by Nicole Hertvik

Friendships between fat girls and gay boys really are a thing, practically a cliché actually—or a trope, as Playwright Morgan Gould dignifies them when referring to just such a queer pair…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:12PM

“David Bowie: Among the Mexican Masters” Forest Lawn Museum, Forest Lawn–Glendale by Pauline Adamek

Mexican photographer Fernando Aceves was employed by a concert promoter to photograph David Bowie and his band when they were touring his country in 1997. Bowie

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:07PM

A plot twist squanders ‘Tear You Apart’s’ outsider insights by Peter Marks

Studio Theatre unveils the world premiere of Morgan Gould’s comedy.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 03:06PM

Don’t worry, ‘La La Land’: Losing to ‘Lion’ at ASC Awards is good news for your Oscar chances by Marcus James Dixon

How is it possible that “La La Land” losing at the American Society of Cinematographers to “Lion” this weekend is actually good news for its 2017 Oscar chances? It…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 03:00PM

Theater News: American Horror Story's Jamie Brewer to Star in Lindsey Ferrentino's Amy and the Orphans

Roundabout Theatre Company will present the new play off-Broadway.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Review: Cabaret

Natalie Walker and Larry Owens star in the classic Kander and Ebb musical at Long Island City's Secret Theatre.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: Playwrights Horizons Begins Accepting LIVEforFIVE Lottery Entries for The Light Years

The new play is written by Hannah Bos and Paul Thureen.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: Complete Casting Set for Present Laughter on Broadway, Starring Kevin Kline

Cobie Smulders, Kate Burton, and Tedra Millan are also featured in the production.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

Theater News: Take a Look at About Face Theatre's The Temperamentals

John Marans' play chronicles the founding of the Mattachine Society, the first sustained LGBT rights organization in the United States.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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American Horror Story's Jamie Brewer Will Star in Amy and the Orphans Off-Broadway by Ryan McPhee

American Horror Story alum Jamie Brewer will make her New York stage debut in the world premiere of Lindsey Ferrentino’s Amy and the Orphans. The previously announced off-Broadway prod…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 02:48PM

The Record: 45 Bristolians stage a silent act of resistance by Matt Trueman

Cult US theatre group 600 Highwaymen are putting on their first UK show with a gang of strangers who have rehearsed individually and never met each otherWhen they take the stage this week, t…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:48PM

The Helen Hayes Awards will be announced tonight. Here’s a look behind the scene by Lorraine Treanor

Those involved in producing theatre in our area in 2016 will be holding their collective breath as nominees for the 2017 Helen Hayes Awards are announced tonight.  On what is conceivab…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 02:36PM

Investors Sue Firm for Not Vetting Ticket Company Involved in HAMILTON Ponzi Scheme by BroadwayWorld

Last month, two New York city men were charged withfraud by the SECforrunning a Ponzi scheme with money raised from investors to fund businesses purportedly created to purchase and resell ti…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:34PM

From Edinburgh: Iranian Festival features premiere of Mimi’s Suitcase by Thom Dibdin

The Edinburgh Iranian Festival, running from 9 to 19 February 2017, will feature the Edinburgh-premiere of solo show Mimi’s Suitcase among the Iranian music and strong offering of Iranian …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 02:30PM

REVIEW: Greywing House, Vault Festival ✭✭✭ by Julian Eaves

By Julian Eaves The choice of location assists the grim spectacle no end, with spaces melting away into the dank, shadowy recesses of the apparently never ending cellars beneath the sprawl o…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 02:30PM

Podcast: Joel B. New Welcomes 'Rock Star Juggler' Marcus Monroe, Ernie Pruneda Sings a Maya Angelou Poem by Something New

In the premiere ofSomething New's fifth season, award-winning songwriter Joel B. New sat down with comedy juggler Marcus Monroe. Dubbed the rock star of jugglers by the New York Press, Marcu…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:30PM

Interview: Tom Kitt on Writing Songs and Getting to Play at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Jose Solis

The Tom Kitt Band will play February 9 and 11 at Feinstein’s/54 Below. We spoke with Kitt about how he selected songs for his upcoming show and the differences between composing musica…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:18PM

Up on the Marquee: SUNSET BOULEVARD Returns! by Walter McBride

Three-time Tony Award-winnerGlenn Closeand company are in previewsfor the Broadway return ofAndrew Lloyd Webber's Tony Award-winning Best Musical,Sunset Boulevard. Close made her West End de…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM

AMERICAN HORROR STORY's Jamie Brewer to Play Title Role in AMY AND THE ORPHANS Off-Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced Jamie Brewer 'American Horror Story' as 'Amy' in the world-premiere production of Amy and the Orphans, by Roundabout Underground alumna Lindsey Ferre…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:18PM

Lady Gaga Announces ‘Joanne’ World Tour by Will Thorne

After her soaring leap from Houston’s NRG Stadium roof to open the Super Bowl LI halftime show, Lady Gaga has announced she will be jumping into a world tour later this year. With her …

SOURCE: Variety at 02:16PM

Oscar Best Actress battle: Isabelle Huppert (‘Elle’) v. Emma Stone (‘La La Land’) by Tariq Khan

Last year at this time, I was desperately trying to determine which major Oscar category was most likely to see an upset. My hunch? Best Supporting Actor. Like many derbyites, I questioned w…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 02:15PM

Interview: Brandon Uranowitz on ‘Falsettos’ and His William Finn Show at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Jose Solis

Fresh off his stint in Falsettos, Tony nominee Brandon Uranowitz is set to perform at Feinstein’s/54 Below, February 8-11. We caught up with Uranowitz about the songs of William Finn …

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:15PM

‘American Horror Story’s Jamie Brewer Sets 2018 Off-Broadway Debut by Jeremy Gerard

Actress and model Jamie Brewer (American Horror Story: Murder House) has been cast in the title role of Amy And The Orphans, a new play by Lindsey Ferrentino (Ugly Lies The Bone) that will h…

SOURCE: Deadline at 02:13PM

Interview: Mandy Gonzalez on ‘Hamilton’, Being a Latinx Role Model and Her Show at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Jose Solis

Mandy Gonzalez will bring her solo show Raise the Roof to Feinstein’s/54 Below for two performances, February 12 and March 12. We spoke to the Hamilton star about what it’s l…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 02:08PM

Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood

Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood Off Off Broadway, Flux Theatre at New Ohio Reviewed by Molly Marinik BOTTOM LINE: A new take on Robin Hood with gender identity as a central theme. …

SOURCE: Theatre is Easy at 02:03PM

Mary Zophres on ‘La La Land’ Costumes and George Clooney’s ‘Hail, Caesar!’ Dress by Will Thorne

In her 23-year career in costume design, Mary Zophres has designed for the biggest stars and directors in the business, from George Clooney, to Scarlett Johansson, to the Coen brothers. Havi…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:00PM

Theater News: Creative Team Announced for Crazy for You, Starring Laura Osnes and Tony Yazbeck

Susan Stroman directs Manhattan Concert Productions's one-night event.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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How ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’ Hid A Massive Finale Twist in Plain Sight by Dana Schwartz, Dana Schwartz

Season two of 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend' was heralded in with a new theme song: a Follies-style Old-Hollywood throwback with Rebecca Bunch in a 1920’s hairstyle and a short flouncy dress adorne…

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 01:57PM

Jamie Brewer to Star in Roundabout’s Amy and the Orphans by Olivia Clement

The actor, who was the first woman with Down syndrome to walk at NY Fashion Week, will star in Lindsey Ferrentino’s newest work.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:57PM

Playwrights, both living and dead, make the jump to Hollywood

If you didn't know that Emma Stone could sing and dance before "La La Land," you clearly had not seen her knockout turn as Sally Bowles in "Cabaret," her Broadway debut in 2014.

SOURCE: Newsday Subscription at 01:54PM

Interview: Batsheva Dance Company Artistic Director Ohad Naharin on “Gaga” and Listening to Gravity by Kathryn Turney

What is Gaga? Well, it can be difficult to explain. As adults, we tend to be too concerned with correctness, bogged down with the pressures of the world, overcome with insecurity, and puppet…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 01:48PM

Emmy Winner Mare Winningham Joins the Cast of Joan of Arc: Into the Fire Off-Broadway by Lindsey Sullivan

Mare Winningham has joined the previously announced cast of Joan of Arc: Into the Fire. The Emmy winner and Tony and Oscar nominee will play Isabelle Romée, the mother of the titular …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:42PM

Lady Gaga didn’t really jump from the roof during Super Bowl LI by Brett Bodner

It wasn’t a dive, it was a perfect illusion.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 01:34PM

Man Accused in Hamilton Ponzi Scheme Now Charged With Fraud in Harry Potter Scam by Robert Viagas

Joseph Meli and Advance Entertainment LLC accused of a new $7.9 million swindle.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:33PM

DGA Awards pick ‘La La Land’: Oscar Best Picture preview again? by Paul Sheehan

In the 68-year history of the DGA Awards, the guild has honored the helmer of the eventual Oscar Best Picture 53 times. That success rate of 78% far eclipses that of both the PGA (19/27 = 7…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 01:30PM

THE GLASS MENAGERIE – West End by Ian Foster

While John Tiffany’s gift for direction may be taking fantastical flight over at the Palace Theatre, rest assured it is no less magical here. Kate O’Flynn’s Laura first appears like a …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:30PM

Theatre History Podcast # 21: Director George Drance on Calderon’s Two Dreams by [email protected] (ramona)

By Michael Lueger. Michael Lueger talks with George Drance about Pedro Calderon de la Barca.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 01:29PM

‘The Simpsons’ Predicted Lady Gaga’s Super Bowl Performance in 2012 Episode by Sarahahern95

“The Simpsons'” future-predicting abilities have done it again. After foreseeing the Trump presidency in a 2000 episode, a 2012 episode predicted this year’s Super Bowl ha…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:21PM

'American Son' at George Street is a raw and timely look at race by Natalie Pompilio | For Nj Advance Media

The powerful drama, running Feb. 7 -26, focuses on a mixed race couple desperate for news of their son after he's stopped by police.

SOURCE: NJ.com at 01:19PM

Bette Midler, Glenn Close lead Broadway's spring offerings

NEW YORK (AP) - Two Broadway titans in Bette Midler and Glenn Close return to the Great White Way this spring. Here's a look at some of the highlights:

SOURCE: Philly.com at 01:17PM

Susan Stroman, Kevin Stites, Beowulf Boritt Headline MCP's CRAZY FOR YOU Creative Team by BroadwayWorld

Manhattan Concert Productions MCP hasannounced the creative team for the 25th Anniversary concert performance of Gershwin's Tony Award-winning musical comedy Crazy for You, on February 19, 2…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

WAR PAINT's Patti LuPone Explains Why She's 'Crazy for Rachel Bloom' by TV News Desk

In a new interview with ET, legendary stage star Patti LuPone discusses her new Broadway musical WAR PAINT and her love for Crazy Ex-Girlfriend's Rachel Bloom

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:12PM

Theatre Review: ‘Our Town’ at Annapolis Shakespeare Company by Raychel Harvey-Jones

  Remember the days without cell phones and social media, without looking for love on a dating site. The days when you knew all your neighbors and no one worried about locking their doo…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 01:11PM

Ray Cooney’s 70 years in showbusiness to be marked with season of comedies by Giverny Masso

Ray Cooney is launching a brand new season of his comedies in celebration of 70 years working in showbiz and his 85th

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:06PM

Feature: VAULT Festival 2017: anything is possible by Phoebe Graham

The old saying goes that all you need for theatre to happen is an ‘empty space’; but what if instead you find a big warehouse cluttered with curious cabinets and old train records? Mat B…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 01:03PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at noon (Broadway Time)
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One Night Only! Brilliantly Vile MONEY, LOVE, AND SHAME! with Everett Quinton to Be Presented Tonight by BroadwayWorld

Not for the weak of heart, MONEY, LOVE, AND SHAME! is a wild ride with a group of dysfunctional Jewish immigrants. Though considered "shund" or "trash" by critics, it was one of the most pop…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:59PM

Why Ronald Reagan Is Turning In His Grave by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Ronald Wilson Reagan (1911-2004). Reagan has to be one of the most polarizing figures in American history. People tend to either love him or hate him. Personally, as…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 12:54PM

Young Artists of America Performs at The Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage on February 27th; Tickets on Sale for ‘The Circle of Life: The Songs o by Guest Author

The only program of its kind, Young Artists of America at Strathmore presents symphonic theatrical productions featuring young performing artists from the Greater Washington, DC area alongsi…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 12:48PM

The Fans Have Spoken! Your Top 10 Favorite Glenn Close Roles by Lindsey Sullivan

With three Tony Awards, three Emmy Awards, two Golden Globes and six Oscar nominations, Glenn Close is truly one of the greatest stars of the stage and screen. She has returned to Andrew Llo…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:48PM

Artistic Director/Leadership Action Assembly by Bt

Monday, March 6, 6-8PMTheater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.Theater Wit is looking to get a group of some (all?) of Chicago's artistic directors (or nearest leadership equivalent in some companie…

SOURCE: Collective Leverage at 12:48PM

“War Stories” – Actors Workout Studio by Laura Ann Tull

Presented by Extra Dry Martini Productions and Boston Bed Productions, War Stories begs the audience to ask, not what is war, but what is love? Set

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 12:48PM

Melancholy and nostalgia in Falstaff at La Scala, Milan

Ambrogio Maestri in the title role makes this production of Verdi’s opera tick

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:41PM

Upcoming Auditions for Harry Potter and The Cursed Child, 1984, Beautiful, and Evita by Playbill Staff

Here’s a selection of upcoming auditions in the New York area and around the country.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:39PM

Universal Music Group Partners with Russell Simmons for Hip-Hop Stage Musical by Andrew Gans

The Scenario will make its world premiere in New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:33PM

Video: David Hare: 'Subsidised theatre is simply a breeding ground for commercial theatre'

The playwright spoke to Theatr Clwyd artistic director Tamara Harvey about the upcoming production of Skylight

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:32PM

Joan of Arc: Into the Fire Finds Its Complete Cast by Olivia Clement

David Byrne and Alex Timbers’ rock musical concert will debut at the Public Theater this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:27PM

Architecture’s glass ceiling

Women have fared poorly in this male-dominated profession — but are things changing?

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 12:27PM

Nicholas Belton Takes Instagram Followers Along for a Two-Show-Day at Natasha, Pierre, and The Great Comet of 1812

Nicholas Belton took over the BroadwayBox Instagram to bring you along for a two-show-day at Broadway's Natasha, Pierre, and The Great Comet of 1812.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 12:27PM

The River at Spooky Action (review) by Tim Treanor

It looks like a love story — a Heathcliff-and-Catherine love story, where the passion is so profound and misshapen that it obliterates the boundaries of everyday reality. But it isn…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:24PM

Caroline, Or Change at Round House Theatre (review) by Debbie Minter Jackson

Caroline, or Change continues the momentum of a powerhouse season at Round House Theatre.  Drawn from the personal reflections of Tony Kushner, it encompasses racial and societal pressures …

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:24PM

Sweeney Todd in New York: How Rachel Edwards Brought Her Show To Town by Gary Naylor

Gary Naylor traces five years in which a show playing to 32 customers in a rundown shop on a back street in distant district of South London made it first to the West End and now to New York.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:19PM

Mare Winningham Joins David Byrne's JOAN OF ARC: INTO THE FIRE at The Public Theater by BroadwayWorld

The Public Theater announced today that Emmy Award winner Mare Winningham and Dimitri Joseph Moise join the previously announced cast of the world premiere musical Joan of Arc Into the Fire.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:08PM

Let's go: Idina Menzel returns to Royal Albert Hall in concert

Hold on to your Wicked witches' hats. One of our all-time favourite Broadway #StageFaves is crossing the pond with her latest concert show this summer. The one and only Idina Menzel will pla…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 12:07PM

Classical CD Reviews: Kozhukhin plays Brahms and Emmanuelle Bertrand’s Saint-Saens by Jonathan Blumhofer

Pianist Denis Kozhukhin does right by Brahms and an all-Saint-Saens disc that, at its best, is a winner.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:06PM

Stage and Screen Actor John Lithgow to Receive 2017 Harvard Arts Medal by BroadwayWorld

Award-winning actor John Lithgow '67 ArD '05is the recipient of the 2017 Harvard Arts Medal, which will be awarded by Harvard University President Drew Gilpin Faust at a ceremony on Thursday…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

Photo Coverage: Brandon Uranowitz Previews THE SONGS OF WILLIAM FINN at Feinstein's/54 Below by Walter McBride

Tony Award nominee Brandon Uranowitzmakes his Feinstein's54 Below solo debut, February 8-11.Fresh off his acclaimed turn as Mendel in the Broadway revival ofFalsettos, Uranowitz gets up clos…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

VIDEO: Dan Stevens Talks Starring in 'Epic' Disney Fairytale BEAUTY AND THE BEAST by Movies News Desk

Dan Stevens stopped by this morning's TODAY to talk about playing Beast in the upcoming live-action remake of Disney's BEATY AND THE BEAST

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

Tony Danza to Encore STANDARDS & STORIES at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Beloved stage and screen star Tony Danza TV's 'Taxi' amp 'Who's The Boss' Broadway's Honeymoon In Vegas returns to Feinstein's54 Belowwith Tony Danza Standards amp Stories for six performanc…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

Tickets on Sale for Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole in WAR PAINT by Contests - Broadway

After breaking all records at Chicago's Goodman Theatre, two-time Tony Award-winning powerhouses Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole will bring two legendary women, and notorious rivals, to …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Cast Its Spell on Broadway in Winter 2018; Auditions Underway! by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld previously reported,Cirque du Soleil's PARAMOUR will be vacating Broadway's Lyric Theatre for renovations commencing in May 2017, and rumor has it that producers Sonia Fried…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

FASHION by John Simon

What a bizarre, paradoxical, self-contradictory and ephemeral thing is fashion! On the one hand, it challenges haute couture to come up with ever more unique, far out, incomparable women’s…

SOURCE: John Simon at 12:06PM

THE JUDY GARLAND SHOW Channel Comes to StreamNet.TV ft. Streisand, Minnelli & More by BroadwayWorld

LAStreamNet.TV is adding 26 one hour episodes of THE JUDY GARLAND SHOW Channel to its platform. This historic collection of 26 one-hour-long episodes includes an unprecedented list of guests

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:04PM

Lady Gaga announces world tour by Wochit, Wochit

Fresh off a high-wire, crowd-pleasing halftime performance at the Super Bowl, Lady Gaga has announced plans for a world tour kicking off this summer. Gaga posted news of the tour on Twitter …

SOURCE: USA Today at 12:04PM

Watch Judy Kuhn Belt a High D Out of Nowhere by Seth Rudetsky

This week in the life of Seth Rudetsky, Seth takes us inside the Broadway for Orlando performance at Saturday’s Stonewall Inn rally and performances from Seth Speaks at BroadwayCon. Pl…

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:04PM

John Mulaney and Nick Kroll Reach Peak New York Fame, Get Cockroaches Named After Them by Halle Kiefer

Living in a hollowed-out tree in the Bronx Zoo for free? Gil Faison and George St. Geeland would be absolutely green with envy. John Mulaney and Nick Kroll probably feel the same way, now th…

SOURCE: Vulture at 12:03PM

New York Public Library Has Theatre Fans Covered This Season by Olivia Clement

Check out what theatre-related events and exhibitions are on offer at NYPL’s various locations.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03PM

Lady Gaga announces 'Joanne' world tour following breathtaking Super Bowl set by Usa Today, Usa Today

The 'Joanne' artist is flying high.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 12:03PM

Council seeks independent operator for Harlow Playhouse by Georgia Snow

Harlow Playhouse is to leave council control, as the local authority begins the process of finding a new operator for the theatre.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:03PM

Campaigners hit out at ‘savage’ cuts to arts in the South West by Matthew Hemley

Actors including Timothy West and Tony Robinson have hit out at “savage” cuts to arts budgets in the South West, with Equity

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:03PM

English National Ballet wins outstanding company at Critics’ Circle National Dance Awards by Georgia Snow

  English National Ballet has won the outstanding company prize at this year’s Critics’ Circle National Dance Awards, which also saw wins

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:03PM

Julian Fellowes wrong about period casting – poll by Matthew Hemley

More than half of respondents to a poll conducted by The Stage do not think that casting for a period production needs

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:03PM

Kleban Prize for Musical Theatre to Be Presented to Fun Home Librettist Feb. 6 by Robert Viagas

Daniel Zaitchik of Picnic at Hanging Rock is also a 2017 winner.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01PM

Guild awards scorecard: ‘La La Land’ is 5 for 6 after DGA win, ASC loss by Paul Sheehan

Before Oscar nominations were announced on Jan. 24, we’d already heard from the casting directors and since then five more guilds (producers, directors, actors, cinematographers and…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:00PM

Theater News: Hello, Dolly! Makes First Row of Orchestra Seating Available for Purchase

Bette Midler will star in the classic Jerry Herman musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 12:00PM

Why Disney Decided Newsies Was Ready for the Big Screen by Adam Hetrick

After initially resisting the idea of preserving the stage show on film, Disney Theatrical’s Thomas Schumacher realized how to do it right.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Onstage This Week: Jan. 6-12 by American Theatre Editors

From Boulder, Colo., to Wilmington, Del., from building boats to baking meat pies, it is another varied week for theatre.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:57AM

A ‘Flood’ From Many Streams by American Theatre Editors

To respond to Ferguson and the issues it raised, the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis sent Dael Orlandersmith on a one-woman listening tour.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:55AM

James Naughton Will Join Jill Eikenberry for Songs I've Sung by Andrew Gans

The evening will also feature Michael Tucker.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:54AM

Playwright/Dramaturg Leon Katz’s Large, Lucid Imagination by American Theatre Editors

In his teaching and his work, he pressed all theatre workers to develop their own ideal theatre. But none could match his.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 11:54AM

All Hello, Dolly! Front Row Seats Now On Sale by Robert Viagas

The hot-ticket Bette Midler revival has released the first row for all performances.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:43AM

American Theater Company announces 'Picnic' cast by Morgan Greene

American Theater Company announced the cast of William Inge's Pulitzer Prize-winning "Picnic" Monday, which will be lead by Molly Brennan as Hal. The full cast includes Robert Cornelius as …

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 11:43AM

Theatre DIY Don’ts: Don’t Forget to Take Pictures by HowlRound

By Ricky Young-Howze. In this last installment, Ricky Young-Howze discusses the importance of having archival footage of new work, which serves as a historical document.

SOURCE: HowlRound at 11:42AM

#GetSocial: Beat the Monday blues! Sunday #StageFaves Style in 10 top tweets

Feeling the Monday blues? Kick back to the weekend with our 10 tweet guide to having a #StageFaves Sunday!

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 11:41AM

Lady Gaga announces 'Joanne' World Tour by Time, Time

Lady Gaga has given fans at least one reason to hit the road with her later this year.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 11:39AM

Run The Beast Down, Finborough, London, review: Ben Aldridge keeps you compelled by the character's monomania by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Lines blur between reality and fantasy in Titus Halder's debut play, starring Ben Aldridge as a man losing his sanity, which is directed by Hannah Price, with a live electronic score

SOURCE: The Independent at 11:36AM

Luke Harding: In Northern Iraq they're laughing at Saddam by Luke Harding

In northern Iraq, they're laughing at Saddam Hussein. Luke Harding meets two comedians who have dared to cock a snook at the ruthless dictator - and annoyed him so much that he ordered their…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 11:36AM

Bette Midler, Glenn Close lead Broadway's spring offerings by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- Two Broadway titans in Bette Midler and Glenn Close return to the Great White Way this spring. Here's a look at some of the highlights:...

SOURCE: Associated Press at 11:36AM

So Wrong, It's Right: Ben Platt, Renee Elise Goldsberry & More Set for MCC's Miscast 2017 by Ryan McPhee

Dear Evan Hansen star Ben Platt, Tony-winning Schuyler sister Renée Elise Goldsberry and more will have their dream roles realized (with a twist) at Miscast 2017. The annual benefit g…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:32AM

Text of the Day: Sex with Strangers by Aleks Sierz

Random and topical thoughts and quotes gathered by My Theatre Mates contributor Aleks Sierz, first published on www.sierz.co.uk.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:30AM

Significant Other Exclusive! Get Ready to LOL with These Dating Testimonials

Get to know the characters of Broadway's Significant Other with these dating testimonials.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 11:29AM

Holly Twyford on being Edward Albee’s Martha at Ford’s Theatre by Christopher Henley

“When I leave here, I will try not to talk for the rest of the day.” It was 9:30am when I met Holly Twyford for a chat about the rigors of playing Martha in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wo…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 11:18AM

First-Row Orchestra Seats on Sale for Broadway's HELLO, DOLLY! by BroadwayWorld

ProducerScott Rudinannounced today that the entire first row of orchestra seating for all announced performances ofHello, Dollyhas just gone on sale to the general public.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:13AM

Four Theatres Sign on for Trump Play by Pulitzer Prize Winner by Robert Viagas

Building the Wall is the latest work by Robert Schenkkan.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:11AM

Cast of Broadway’s Significant Other Choose Ultimate Valentine’s Day Dates by Andrew Gans

The production will also hold a special Singles Awareness Day Party following the first preview.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:11AM

Review: ‘The Gin Game’ at MetroStage by Jane Franklin

You observe a cozy setting, a two story structure slightly suggestive of institutional. There’s a gliding rocker and curtained windows that filter warm amber light, potted plants, scattere…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:10AM

Preview: Bach’s St. John Passion with Ted Sperling and MasterVoices at Carnegie Hall by David Rohde

From Tevye the Milkman’s Anatevka of 1905 to the St. Nicholas Lutheran Church in Leipzig in 1724, Broadway conductor Ted Sperling is making quite a transition in settings this week. But it…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 11:05AM

Chris Carey to Produce BBC's Upcoming LES MISERABLES Television Adaptation by TV News Desk

Chris Carey is set todevelop a host of new seriesandproduce Andrew Davies' previously announced adaptation of Victor Hugo's LES MISERABLES.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:03AM

Box Office Opens Today for WAR PAINT Starring Patti LuPone And Christine Ebersole by BroadwayWorld

The box office for WAR PAINT will open today, Monday, February 6, 2017 at 10am at the Nederlander Theatre 208 West 41st Street.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:03AM

Ben Platt, Kelli O'Hara, Renee Elise Goldsberry & More Set For MCC's MISCAST by BroadwayWorld

MCC THEATER Robert LuPone, Bernard Telsey and William Cantler, Artistic Directors Blake West, Executive Director just announced the all-star lineup of performers set for their annual Miscast…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:03AM

'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' Changed My Gay Life! by Justin Moran

Michael MustoMichael MustoIn 1973, I was a 17-year-old student who spent weekends with my parents in Brooklyn and looked forward to the wonders of The Mary Tyler Moore Show every Saturday ni…

SOURCE: Out at 11:02AM

'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' Changed My Gay Life! by Michael Musto

In 1973, I was a 17-year-old student who spent weekends with my parents in Brooklyn and looked forward to the wonders of The Mary Tyler Moore Show every Saturday night. Famous from The Dick …

SOURCE: Out at 11:02AM

Theater News: Renée Elise Goldsberry, Kelli O'Hara, and More Set for MCC Theater's Miscast Gala

Ben Platt, Brandon Victor Dixon, Annaleigh Ashford, and more will also join the festivities.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 11:00AM

Podcast Episode 110 – The Artistic Director of the Atlantic Theater Company, Neil Pepe

Spring Awakening, The Lieutenant of Inishmore, this season’s (and next Broadway season’s, if the rumors are true) The Band’s Visit . . . these are just a few of the bou…

SOURCE: The Producer's Perspective at 11:00AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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Box Office Opens Feb. 6 for Patti LuPone-Christine Ebersole War Paint by Robert Viagas

The new Broadway musical about rival cosmetics giants begins previews March 7 at the Nederlander Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM

Family in 50 States #24: Massachusetts by Trav S.D.

This new series of posts came out of the realization that I have relatives and roots in all 50 U.S. states. My ancestors lived in 14 of them (all on the eastern seaboard or adjacent), and I …

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:42AM

Jennifer Holliday, Ben Platt, and More to Headline Miscast Gala by Olivia Clement

MCC has announced an all-star lineup for its annual event, where Broadway stars take on roles in which they would never be cast.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:40AM

Glenn Weiss Wins DGA Award for 70th Annual Tony Awards by Andrew Gans

The awards were presented February 4 in Beverly Hills.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:39AM

BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY – Touring by Helen McWilliams

Oh Boy! Buddy Holly was back in the room, as Alex Fobbester took on the role of the music legend and rocked the theatre.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:30AM

Henry V review at Southwark Cathedral, London – ‘a poignant production’ by Heather Neill

Old enemies have become allies in this poignant version of Henry V originally performed in 2015 to mark both the 600th anniversary

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:30AM

Review: Review: Run the Beast Down (Finborough Theatre)

Titas Halder's monologue about the pressures of modern life is resolutely untheatrical

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:24AM

Features: Top 5 theatre openings: 6 - 12 February

We round up the productions you should be buying tickets for this week

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:24AM

War Paint by Newsdesk

A NEW BROADWAY MUSICAL STARRING TWO-TIME TONY AWARD WINNERS PATTI LUPONE AND CHRISTINE EBERSOLE FIRST PREVIEW MARCH 7, 2017 OPENING NIGHT APRIL 6, 2017 AT THE NEDERLANDER THEATRE Book by Pul…

SOURCE: StageLight Magazine at 10:18AM

Memo to Julian Fellowes: period dramas should reflect our diverse world by Kerry Michael

Defending the all-white cast in Half a Sixpence, Fellowes suggests diversity is trickier for period pieces than modern drama. Surely there’s no difference?“You can’t make something unt…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:18AM

Chase Johnsey's unlikely success is a bold and beautiful victory for ballet by Judith Mackrell

The US prodigy, celebrated for his speed, grace and spectacularly witty performances, is among the winners at the National Dance awardsClassical ballet is notoriously an art form that impose…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 10:18AM

Full Casting Announced for West End Staging of Patrick Marber’s Don Juan in Soho by Mark Shenton

Adrian Scarborough and Gawn Grainger will co-star with David Tennant.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:13AM

Baby Screams Miracle at Woolly Mammoth Theatre (review) by Marshall Bradshaw

Baby Screams Miracle is a wild storm of religion, sexuality, and family that leaves the audience unsure if the rest of the world is still standing. From the first moment that Cody Nickell as…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 10:06AM

Anton Stephans On... Being Brave in new solo show

After his cross-dressing turn last year in MOBY DICK!, actor, singer-songwriter, poet and former X Factor contestant Anton Stephans this week brings his one-man show Brave to Live at Zedel…

SOURCE: Stage Faves at 10:00AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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The story of the Sierra Leone's Refugee All-Stars comes to New Jersey by Marty Lipp | For Nj Advance Media

Sierra Leone's Refugee All-Stars When: Feb 13th at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 15th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, 1 College Drive, Toms River South Orange Performing A…

SOURCE: NJ.com at 09:59AM

Music Preview: Drive-By Truckers — Triumphantly Defiant by Arts Fuse Editor

It’s almost as important to see the Drive-By Truckers show at the Royale as to join a march in the streets outside.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:54AM

The Arts on the Stamps of the World — February 6 by Doug Briscoe

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

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 09:54AM

Signs (and #SNL Skits) of #Resistance by Jonathan Mandell

From magazine and newspaper covers to posters and cartoons to Super Bowl commercials and Saturday Night Live skits, there is a growing graphic protest against Trump and his policies, much of…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 09:44AM

Jonas Kaufmann is back — in healthy voice

The German tenor’s recital at London’s Barbican came after a long enforced silence

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 09:40AM

New Heist Drama Premieres At Trsitan Bates Theatre In April by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo The heistess is back in town. In one week she has three jobs on her schedule. She’s good, but is she that good? We will find out in Sublime, a provocative new play by S…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:36AM

GRACE NOTES: Monday, February 6, 2017 by Susan Grace

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SOURCE: Grace Notes Subscription at 09:34AM

THE PITCHFORK DISNEY – Shoreditch Town Hall by Aleks Sierz

Jamie Lloyd tackles Philip Ridley’s 1991 modern classic — with terrifically immersive results.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:31AM

Oscars scorecard: ‘La La Land’ wins at DGA Awards to pull further ahead of ‘Moonlight,’ ‘Manchester by the Sea’ by Paul Sheehan

Breaking down the precursor awards — both nominations and winners — as well as the top Oscar nominations by categories gives us 35 key races that will determine the strongest …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 09:30AM

U.K. Tour Dates Announced for New Production of Sunset Boulevard by Mark Shenton

The musical will premiere at Curve in Leicester and then tour.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:25AM

Lady Gaga announces ‘Joanne World Tour’ after Super Bowl by Peter Sblendorio

Lady Gaga is on the edge of even more glory after the Super Bowl — because she's headed for a world tour.

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 09:12AM

Audra McDonald Reschedules Lady Day At Emerson’s Bar And Grill by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Following the postponement of Lady Day At Emerson’s Bar And Grill last year due to the joyous news of Audra McDonald’s Pregnancy, an announcement has been made th…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:10AM

Bravura Acting Duo Highlights Dramaworks’ ‘Collected Stories by Bill Hirschman

Palm Beach Dramaworks’ production of Collected Stories is not only one of the most affective and effective dramas seen in the region for many months, it offers a superb performance by a yo…

SOURCE: Florida Theater On Stage at 09:03AM

Dine-In Cinema Gets Immersive: Indoor Drive-In to Open in Nashville by Gordon Cox

As cinema chains explore new ways to expand and eventize the moviegoing experience, a new venture will look to the past, creating a massive indoor replica of a 1960s American drive-in theate…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:00AM

Careers Clinic: Am I ready to give audition workshops? by John Byrne

I’ve been to several Surviving Actors shows and similar industry events in the past and find them really useful. I normally meet

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

The Trocks share their love of ballet through funny, fabulous performances by Michael Crabb

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, a world-beloved, all-male comic ballet company, returns to Toronto Friday as part of its current cross-Canada tour.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 09:00AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘I Wanna Fucking Tear You Apart’ at The Studio Theatre by Jane Franklin

They are longtime friends who share an apartment, a hearty back-and-forth, and a splendid repartee of tease, criticism, support and jealousy, and multiple emotions that swirl as individuals …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:51AM

Relic
 review at Barbican Centre – ‘clownish energy’ by Tom Wicker

With outlandishly outsized buttocks, Euripides Laskaridis sits on a chair, wearing teeteringly high heels. His beige bodysuit – which also covers his

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:47AM

Lady Gaga brings hidden message to Super Bowl halftime by ,

Lady Gaga dropped the mic on a performance filled with passion and positivity at Super Bowl LI.        

SOURCE: USA Today at 08:46AM

Lady Gaga follows up Super Bowl show with tour announcement

HOUSTON (AP) -- Fresh off a high-wire, crowd-pleasing halftime performance at the Super Bowl, Lady Gaga has announced plans for a world tour kicking off this summer....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 08:36AM

SEX WITH STRANGERS – Hampstead Theatre by Aleks Sierz

New American drama about literary ambition is neat, but not nearly disturbing enough.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:30AM

The Empty Nesters’ Club review at Theatre Royal, Wakefield – ‘riveting acting’ by Roger Foss

For all its smooth sitcom gloss, John Godber’s latest play will make uncomfortable viewing for any over-protective parent whose offspring heads for

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 08:20AM

Video: In rehearsals with The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin

Kirsten Childs' musical gets its London premiere at the Theatre Royal, Stratford East

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 08:18AM

VIDEO: Watch Lady Gaga's Spectacular Super Bowl Halftime Performance in Full! by BroadwayWorld

Last night, Lady Gaga went from the roof to the stage in one of the most acrobatic amp incredible Pepsi Zero Sugar Super Bowl LI Halftime show performances of all time.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:05AM

Lady Gaga at Super Bowl 2017: Rate her halftime performance [POLL] by Marcus James Dixon

In addition to being a six-time Grammy champ, a Golden Globe winner, and a nominee at the Oscars and Emmys, Lady Gaga can now cross something else off of her bucket list: Super Bowl 2017 hal…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 08:00AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Lady Gaga announces Philly date as part of Joanne World Tour by Nick Vadala

Little Monsters of Philadelphia, get ready — Lady Gaga is coming to town.

SOURCE: Philly.com at 07:51AM

Lady Gaga delivers a show big on flash and inclusiveness

NEW YORK (AP) - Lady Gaga dropped from the top of Houston's NRG Stadium to open her halftime show and dropped the mic at the end, offering a program that delivered high-energy hits and an in…

SOURCE: Philly.com at 07:48AM

We Raise Our Hands in the Sanctuary review at the Albany, London – ‘moving and impassioned’ by Tom Wicker

It’s 1981 and London’s gay club scene is a refuge for stage electrics student Joseph and the only place ambitious would-be DJ

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:39AM

Six theatres share £27k to carry out improvement work by Georgia Snow

  Six venues across the UK, including the Market Theatre in Ledbury and the Leatherhead Theatre, have been awarded a share of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:32AM

‘Homophobia’ criticisms prompt Yvonne Arnaud Theatre U-turn by Georgia Snow

Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre has backtracked on plans to issue an age advisory on a gender-swapped production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:32AM

Theatre Review: ‘The Amazing Max’ at the Gordon Center by Pamela Steinik

To me, a magic show is all about ‘how did he do that?’ And with the Amazing Max, even my skeptical 12-year old was amazed. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill magic show with card tricks a…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:21AM

Poll: Does the National Theatre have a duty to stage classic plays? by The Stage

Last week, Guardian theatre critic Michael Billington claimed the National Theatre’s latest season represents a “staggering dereliction of duty” towards the classics,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:12AM

REVIEW ROUND-UP: The Glass Menagerie at the Duke of York’s Theatre by Emma Clarendon

Following runs on Broadway and at the Edinburgh International Festival, Critics' Circle Award-winning Best Director John Tiffany’s production of Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie h…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:10AM

Photo Coverage: A COMEDY OF TENORS Opens at Paper Mill Playhouse by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

The laughter has begunPaper Mill Playhouse, recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, presents the comedy byKen Ludwig, A Comedy of Tenors, the hilarious sequel to the Tony Award-wi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:10AM

Focus Group review – David Foster Wallace's sinister Mr Squishy is staged by Lyn Gardner

Ovalhouse, LondonAudience participation turns from fun to fraught in this assault on the corporate world inspired by the American author’s short storyTerry works for a marketing company wh…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:06AM

Blogs: Why becoming a playwright is tougher than ever

Playwright Hannah Khalil on why the disappearance of literary departments means becoming a playwright is getting harder and harder

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 07:06AM

Hysteria review at Malvern Festival Theatre – ‘disappointingly disconnected’ by Jeremy Brien

Terry Johnson has a penchant for conjuring up meetings between famous but unlikely people. It first surfaced with Marilyn Monroe and Albert

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01AM

BWW's On This Day - February 6, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on February 6 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:00AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Rose Bruford wins power to award its own degrees by Matthew Hemley

Rose Bruford College of Theatre and Performance has been given power to award its own degrees. From September this year, students will

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:47AM

Still Game: Live 2 review at SEC Hydro, Glasgow – ‘a proper hoot’ by Thom Dibdin

With Still Game: Live 2 Bon Voyage, Ford Kiernan and Greg Hemphill go back to the live format show which facilitated the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 06:38AM

Review: her, Half Moon Theatre by Dan Rubins

The young refugee turns to the audience, beseeching someone to help her, begging for someone to listen. When no one speaks on her behalf, she follows the bus driver, whose help she so desper…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:18AM

WE ARE IAN – Vault Festival by Laura Kressly

What follows is nearly an hour of tremendous fun in the most ridiculous, discombobulating but ultimately touching and life affirming way possible. The show is built around an interview by a …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM

THE GLASS MENAGERIE – West End by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

The Glass Menagerie ★★★★ Review by Franco Milazzo Its taken her a lifetime but finally the American stage and TV actress Cherry Jones has finally made it to London in…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Cirque du Soleil’s Varekai review at Sheffield Arena – ‘impressive feats’ by Roger Foss

Its lofty claim is to be “an inspired incantation to a life rediscovered.” But the first UK arena tour of one of

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:57AM

Today on Broadway: Monday, February 6, 2017 by James Marino

Listen: “Sunday in the Park” Will Not Be Tony Eligible, “Moulin Rouge!” Sets First Reading, and the Schuyler Sisters Slay at the Super Bowl! “Today on Broadway&…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 05:55AM

Lady Gaga flies solo at Super Bowl halftime show (literally) by ,

In a high-powered solo performance at the Super Bowl halftime show, Lady Gaga sings hits, flies and even catches a football before jumping off the stage. (Feb. 5)     &#…

SOURCE: USA Today at 05:54AM

Review: Cautionary Tales for Daughters, Jermyn Street Theatre by Camilla Gurtler

If you had a daughter growing up in today’s steamy political climate what is the advice you’d give her? Would you tell her that the blame is always on her and her alcohol consumption if …

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:12AM

Review: Crocodile, VAULT Festival by Jessica Handscomb

Vault Festival, sometimes described as London’s answer to the Edinburgh Fringe, is once again upon us. Amongst a wide variety of shows being presented is Crocodile. Joyous Gard’s…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 05:12AM

Super Bowl 51: Hamilton cast sing stunning rendition of 'America the Beautiful' with adapted lyrics by Roisin O'Connor, Roisin O'Connor

The lyric change to include 'and sisterhood' drew roars of approval from the Super Bowl audience

SOURCE: The Independent at 05:03AM

The Green Room: Do you love or hate technical rehearsals? by Thomas Hescott

Meet our panel: We have given our panellists pen-names and used stock images but their biographies reflect their real career details… Albert

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

Charting The Girls’ journey from Yorkshire to the West End by Nick Smurthwaite

In a very real sense, designer Robert Jones has been living with The Calendar Girls for 10 years. He was drafted in

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 05:00AM

THE COMMITMENTS – Touring by Caroline Hanks-Farmer

Written in 1986 by Roddy Doyle, The Commitments tells the story of Jimmy Rabbitte, a young working class music fan, who shapes an unlikely bunch of amateur musicians into an amazing live act…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Review: The Iron Man (Unicorn Theatre)

Matthew Robins recreates the world of Ted Hughes' modern fairy tale

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 04:54AM

BWW Review: A Puerto Rican Singing Legend Symbolizes Better Days In TELL HECTOR I MISS HIM by Michael Dale

The legendary Puerto Rican salsa singer Hector Lavoe, who died of AIDS in 1993 at age 46, has been long gone when Paola Lazaro's humorous drama, Tell Hector I Miss Him, takes place, but his …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:36AM

Busty Beatz: “I’m responding to capitalism, patriarchy, elitism.” by Maddy Costa

Busty Beatz, MD of Hot Brown Honey, is on residency at Wellcome Collection as part of The Sick Of The Fringe. She talks to Maddy Costa about making the personal political, and confronting We…

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 04:35AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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‘Tis Pity: An Operatic Fantasia on Selling the Skin and the Teeth by Arts Review

Tis Pity moves its way up through time excavating and exploring themes around sex and sex work. The show plays out across the front of the stage – platforms, a rolling staircase, decorated…

SOURCE: Australian Arts Review at 03:51AM

Review: ‘Fucking A’ at Iron Crow Theatre by Michael Poandl

There is so much than can be talked about when it comes to Suzan-Lori Parks’ 2000 riff on The Scarlet Letter, the half-jokingly entitled Fucking A. There is the unsettling setting, the sur…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:43AM

10 Questions for Actress Phoebe Fox by Jasper.rees

Cumberbatch's queen, Mark Strong's guilty secret, now she's pocket Olivia to Tamsin Greig's MalvoliaIn London and New York, Phoebe Fox (b. 1987) is known to theatregoers …

SOURCE: The Arts Desk at 03:18AM

Russell Simmons Hopes ‘The Scenario,’ a Hip-Hop Musical, Has Mass Appeal by Ryan Burleson

He is collaborating with Universal Music Group to produce this play about rap’s ascension as a dominant pop-culture force.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 03:18AM

Competition: Win tickets to see Disney in Concert: The Jungle Book at Royal Festival Hall by Promoted Content

Be swept away by the whimsical fun of The Jungle Book, accompanied by live music. Inspired by Rudyard Kipling’s classic novel, Disney’s

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM

Competition: Win tickets to A Clockwork Orange at the Park Theatre by Promoted Content

Glynis Henderson Productions Presents Action To The Word’s A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess Action To The Word’s award winning and breathtaking

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 03:00AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘The River’ at Spooky Action Theater by Amy Kotkin

Jez Butterworth’s The River does not yield itself to easy interpretations. Uncertainty flows through the story, jostling us repeatedly. Its questions about truth and morality are specific…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:59AM

Plan your week’s theatre: top tickets by Lyn Gardner

Black Beauty gallops into Glasgow, Cardiff hosts a retelling of the last woman hanged in Britain, and a show created sex workers premieres in the capitalFirst seen at the Traverse in Edinbur…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:48AM

Jack Thorne's Junkyard: how I turned an adventure playground into a musical by Jack Thorne

Junk playgrounds had sheer drops, death-defying rope swings and were always being set on fire. The playwright explains why he has written a show about these chaotic spaces and the kids who b…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:48AM

Episode 501 - Marcus Monroe (Comic Juggler) by Joel B. New

Season 5 Premiere! JBN sits down with the hilarious and talented Marcus Monroe (twitter.com/marcusmonroe). Song premiere: a setting of Maya Angelou's "On the Pulse of Morning" from President…

SOURCE: Buzzsprout at 02:42AM

Mark Shenton’s week: Alternative facts at an alternative awards ceremony by Mark Shenton

Last Tuesday I hosted the annual Critics’ Circle Theatre Awards, in my role as chairman of the drama section of the Critics’

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 02:00AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Theatrefolk New Play Feature: Breathless by Wendy-Marie Martin by Lindsay Price

Welcome to our New Play Feature. Today we look at the three races of discovery of three girls named Summer in the play Breathless by Wendy-Marie Martin. Summer Adams is looking for love in a…

SOURCE: Theatrefolk at 01:00AM

Theater News: Win Tickets to Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder With TheaterMania's Scavenger Hunt

Find the heirs and win opening night tickets to the GGLAM tour stop at Segerstrom Center for the Arts!

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00AM
Monday, February 6, 2017 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Festival Astropolis 2017 at Brest, France by Blouin Artinfo

Astropolis is an annual 4-day techno festival that will take place from June 30 through July 2, 2017 in various locations around Brest, France.The festival has consistently attracted the bes…

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

Festival des Vieilles Charrues at Carhaix, France by Blouin Artinfo

Festival des Vieilles Charrues will take place from July 13 through 16, 2017 in  Carhaix.Since its creation in 1992, the Vieilles Charrues Festival has emerged as one of the most antici…

SOURCE: www.blouinartinfo.com at 12:37AM

How I Put a Spell on You worked its magic through the years

Screamin’ Jay Hawkins imagined it as a sophisticated ballad, not a wild horror howl

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Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend - 2/4-2/5/2017

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Sunday, February 5, 2017 - Sunday, February 5, 2017.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:12AM

BWW Morning Brief February 6th, 2017: HAMILTON Super Bowl, Backstage with Richard Ridge and More! by Jessica Khan

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Today's big news Kristin Chenoweth,Jonathan Groff,Tituss Burgess and more take part in Transport Group's benefit honoringMary-Mitchell Campbell tonight

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06AM

Lady Gaga’s All-American Super Bowl Halftime Show by Amanda Petrusich

In the days leading up to her performance at the Super Bowl halftime show, pundits speculated about whether or not the pop star Lady Gaga—who has long advocated for misfits, throwing her c…

SOURCE: The New Yorker Subscription at 12:02AM

Patti LuPone Joins David Yazbek in Concert by Michael Gioia

The composer of Off-Broadway’s Band’s Visit returns to Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Kristin Chenoweth, Jonathan Groff, and More Salute Mary-Mitchell Campbell by Adam Hetrick

The Transport Group’s gala evening features a slate of Broadway stars.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Jennifer Damiano and Lesli Margherita Stand Up Against Bullying in Concert by Michael Gioia

The second annual Broadway Against Bullying cabaret returns to New York.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

Box Office for Broadway’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Opens February 6 by Andrew Gans

The musical is also offering the chance to win free tickets via Mr. Wonka’s Factory Photo Contest.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

How Big River Conquered Broadway—Twice!—and Now Comes to Encores! by Rocco Landesman

The story of how a twangy Mark Twain musical conquered Broadway from the man who had the kernel of an idea in the first place.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

The New York Philharmonic Takes Tchaikovsky to the Next Level With Its Festival by Maya Pritsker

Conductor Semyon Bychkov proves Tchaikovsky is more than just “great melodies.”

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00AM

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