Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Mud by Victor Gluck, Editor-In-Chief

While the acting is compelling, the threesome does not reveal many layers to their characters; they establish a persona and stick to it, without divulging any further information. As Mae, Ni…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 11:21PM

Rob Reiner, Woody Harrelson & Lawrence O’Donnell Talk ‘LBJ’ In The Trump Era by Jeremy Gerard

Rob Reiner’s film LBJ, with Woody Harrelson in the title role, was unveiled at the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival, but will be in theaters November 3. Those dates provide vie…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:20PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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The Melbourne Monologues by Arts Review

The Melbourne Monologues was a selection of six monologues presented by Melbourne Writers’ Theatre. The first piece, To Understand, had an intriguing premise: What if Ted Bundy gave a …

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:51PM

‘Harry Potter’ Broadway tickets fiasco has some fans upset by Fox News

Today was a big day for fans of “Harry Potter” and Broadway, of which there are many, as tickets for “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” in New York City, went on sale. However, …

SOURCE: The New York Post at 10:17PM

175 years of service and the jobs that time forgot by Arts Review

Rat catchers, nurses, gully flushers, the town clerk and joiners are just some of the staff to have worked at the City of Sydney since it was established 175 years ago. Along with carters, b…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 10:16PM

BWW Review: Diana Oh's {MY LINGERIE PLAY}, Glitter, Soap Bubbles, Anger, Art and Activism by Michael Dale

To describe Diana Oh's newest performance art installation as the pep rally that precedes the dismantling of the patriarchy is by no means a knock on her vibrantly raucous mixture of glitter…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:12PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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2017 Rob Guest Endowment Finalists Announced by Arts Review

Stefanie Caccamo, Jayme-Lee Hanekom, Georgina Hopson, Thomas McGuane, Imogen Moore and Morgan Palmer have been announced as the Finalists of the 2017 Rob Guest Endowment Award. Competing ag…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 09:53PM

NOTICE: The Response I Give May Only Reflect My Current Preferences by Joe Patti

You may have already heard that the CultureTrack report was released yesterday. Compiled and released every three years by LaPlaca Cohen, the report helps track the ways in which attitudes t…

SOURCE: Butts In The Seats at 09:42PM

Review: ‘Pippin’ at The Arlington Players by Kendall Mostafavi

The Arlington Players are entering the last weekend of their production of Pippin, a show that promises magic and fantastic feats, with book by Roger Hirson and music and lyrics by Stephen S…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 09:37PM

Tree of Codes review – Wayne McGregor's modern ballet fails to find heart by Brigid Delaney

Arts Centre, MelbourneIn troubled times art gives us solace, but McGregor’s dazzling collaboration with Jamie xx, Olafur Eliasson and the Paris Opera Ballet lacks warmthTree of Codes opens…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:12PM

VIDEO: Watch LES MIS Tour's Fantine, Melissa Mitchell, Sing I Dreamed a Dream by Stage Tube

Yesterday, Melissa Mitchell stopped by Windy City LIVE to give us a sneak peek into the current North American Tour of Les Mis. Check out her I Dreamed a Dream below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:04PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Sounds off on Pence, Puerto Rico & Politics by Stage Tube

Between the Weinstein scandal in Hollywood and the current crisis in Puerto Rico, no topic is off limits in a recent interview the Tony winner Lin-Manuel Miranda gave with Hot 97. Watch belo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:48PM

Los Angeles Film and Music Preview: LA BELLE ET LA BÊTE (LA Opera at Theatre at the Ace Hotel) by Tony Frankel

GREAT OPERA, GREAT CINEMA, GREAT PARTY! A familiar fairy tale takes on a broader and deeper subject—the transformative power of love and art. Jean Cocteau’s stunningly beautiful 1946 cin…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 08:45PM

Review: FIRE by Erin Kahn

It isn’t until the final scene of Debra Whitfield’s new play FIRE that the drama’s various threads intertwine and the playwright’s ultimate purpose becomes clear. Ho…

SOURCE: stagebuddy.com at 08:40PM

At SF Playhouse, A Patron Services Manager Excited About Building Relationships

by Nina Solomita   Tiiu Rebane loves her job as patron services manager for the San Francisco Playhouse. And why wouldn’t she? She created it. Three-and-a-half years ago, Re…

SOURCE: Theatre Bay Area at 08:20PM

Andrea Burns to Star in BORN YESTERDAY at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre by BroadwayWorld

What would you do if the gorgeous blonde you discovered ended up being a lot smarter than you gave her credit for

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:15PM

Celebrating Together: The Team Behind the TBA Awards

On Monday October 30, members of the Bay Area theatre community will gather at the Herbst Theatre for the fourth annual TBA Awards Celebration. With over 300 finalists in the various awards …

SOURCE: Theatre Bay Area at 08:15PM

Review: ‘Fire’ by Chatillion Stage Company at Theatre 54 at Shetler Studios and Theatres by Deb Miller

On March 25, 1911, fire raged through the 8th to 10th floors of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory by Washington Square Park. In less than 20 minutes, it claimed the lives of 146 people, mostly…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:00PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 7pm (Broadway Time)
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D.C. theatrical designer takes on a new role: Making a play about international adoption by Geoffrey Himes

The living-installation “Hello, My Name Is . . .” is staged in a house in the D.C. neighborhood of Takoma Park.

SOURCE: Washington Post at 07:12PM

Theatre Review: ‘The Weir’ by Hard Bargain Players at The Amphitheater at Hard Bargain Farm by Mary Ann Johnson

There is no single definition as to what constitutes a weir and one English dictionary simply defines a weir as a small dam, derived from the root, werian, meaning “to defend, dam.R…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 07:07PM

Nominations open for The Stage Awards 2018 by Roda Musa

Nominations have now opened for The Stage Awards 2018, which include categories celebrating innovation, sustainability and the industry’s unsung hero. The awards,

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01PM

Matt Trueman: Can theatre change the world? You’re asking the wrong question by Matt Trueman

Let’s start – where else? – with Lady Gaga. There’s a moment in her new fly-on-the-wall Netflix documentary when the singer Florence

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01PM

In The Stage newspaper this week: October 19 by The Stage

The Stage newspaper comes out once a week and is brimming with industry news, advice, analysis and reviews from all over the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01PM

Tracy Brabin: ‘I’ve had an amazing career – it’s a gift to get to have another one’ by Tim Bano

Real-life tragedy in Tracy Brabin’s hometown catapulted the former theatre and TV actor into the political spotlight. A year after she was

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 07:01PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 6pm (Broadway Time)
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Hair Hits 50. Lin-Manuel Asks Sondheim. The Boss Extends. Week in NY Theater by New York Theater

Fifty years ago, Hair was the very first show to play in the old Astor mansion, which was transformed into Joseph Papp’s first year-round Public Theater. (even though it feels like the…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 06:51PM

Review: Margaret Cho: ‘Fresh Off the Bloat’ at Warner Theatre by Patricia Mitchell

Aptly named this year as one of the “50 Best Stand-Up Comics of All Time” by Rolling Stone magazine, five-time Grammy and Emmy nominated comedian, actress, and activist Margaret Cho retu…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 06:43PM

First Wave of Tickets to HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Sold Out Before You Could Say 'Quidditch' by BroadwayWorld

The team behind HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD has said 'finite Incantatem' for now, after a sold-out first wave of tickets to the Broadway production.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:33PM

How To Find Your Brand Archetype by Jonathan Eifert

To enlarge a fan base and keep them interested, the artist needs to regularly pump out content that aligns with their branded archetype—providing additional facets to who they are. After a…

SOURCE: artshacker.com at 06:28PM

Sara Bareilles got Jason Mraz his ‘Waitress’ gig by Christine Burroni

If you're looking to land a part in a hot show on Broadway, knowing the composer helps.

SOURCE: pagesix.com at 06:24PM

Broadway.com #LiveatFive with Shoba Narayan by Broadway.com

Shoba Narayan stops by Broadway.com HQ to chat about her Feinstein's/54 Below show, The Late Comet: Shoba Narayan in Shobusiness, with Matt Rodin.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:18PM

Exclusive First Listen! Hamilton's Mandy Gonzalez Sings Tom Kitt's Stirring New Song by Andy Lefkowitz

Mandy Gonzalez, the super talent currently playing Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton, is releasing the original album Fearless on October 20, and you don't have to wait to hear just wha…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 06:18PM

Theater News: Theatre Communications Group Gala to Honor Phylicia Rashad and Condola Rashad

The event will recognize individuals that have impacted the U.S. theater field for multiple generations.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theater News: The Skivvies to Join Cast of Desperate Measures for One-Night-Only Concert

Lauren Molina, who plays Bella Rose in the York Theatre Company show, makes up one-half of the musical duo.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Audio Share: EXCLUSIVE: Mandy Gonzalez Sings "Smile" from Her New Album

The song is written by Bill Sherman, Grammy-winning producer of the In the Heights cast album.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Photo Flash: Trinity Rep Completes Fall Rep Season with Skeleton Crew

Tiffany Nichole Greene directs Dominique Morisseau's play.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Video Flash: The Last Match Gets Played at Roundabout's Laura Pels Theatre

Anna Ziegler's new play is directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM

Theater News: The Dramatists Guild of America to Present Awards to Paula Vogel and David Yazbek

Vogel will be recognized for Indecent, while Yazbek will be honored for The Band's Visit.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 06:00PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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For Patrick Stewart, Chicago gig led to ‘game-changing experience’ by Bill Zwecker

The "Star Trek" and "X-Men" actor returns to town next week to accept an honor from the Chicago International Film Festival.

SOURCE: chicago.suntimes.com at 05:55PM

See Zachary Quinto Host the Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Alumni Jam by Hannah Vine

The event featured past and up-and-coming playwrights sharing their new work.

SOURCE: Playbill at 05:39PM

Westfield News Group ArtsBeat for 10/18/17 by Mark G Auerbach

Westfield News Group ArtsBeat for 10/18/17. Theatre and arts news for W.Mass and N.CT. Springfield Symphony Viva America features Gershwin and Bernstein, plus new shows at CT Repertory Theat…

SOURCE: thewestfieldnews.com at 05:35PM

Dirty Dancing: A Review of Billy Elliot at Porchlight Music Theatre by Aaron Hunt

Porchlight's inaugural production in their new home at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts feels ripped from today's headlines.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 05:30PM

News: Theatre Reviews Limited Available in Ten Languges by David Roberts

Using the powerful Google Translate platform, all content on Theatre Reviews Limited is now available in ten languages: English; Spanish; Italian; French; German; Japanese; Korean; Bengali; …

SOURCE: Theatre Reviews Limited at 05:25PM

'Amarillo' is about risk, inequality and the costs of those border crossings by Chris Jones

“What are you staring at?” asks a woman from the stage in “Amarillo,” a reflective, experiential production from Mexico City’s distinguished, 24-year-old theater company Teatro Lin…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 05:25PM

Bruce Springsteen's Broadway Opening Raises More Than $1 Million for BC/EFA by BroadwayWorld

Broadway CaresEquity Fights AIDS raised 1,030,000 from VIP auctions and sales of opening night tickets to Bruce Springsteen's critically acclaimed Springsteen on Broadway at the Walter Kerr …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

The Skivvies to Team Up with DESPERATE MEASURES for Concert at the York by BroadwayWorld

Yee Haw Get out your fancy undies For one night only, the hot musical duo The Skivvies Lauren Molina Bella Rose in The York's current production of Desperate Measures and Nick Cearley will t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

TCG to Honor Mother and Daughter Phylicia & Condola Rashad at 2017 Gala by BroadwayWorld

Theatre Communications Group TCG has announced that its 2017 Gala Evening will honor the award-winning artistry and ground-breaking careers of mother and daughter Phylicia Rashad and Condola…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

BWW TV: Adrienne Warren Performs 'Proud Mary' and More at TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Launch by BroadwayWorld TV

Yesterday, 17 October 2017, Adrienne Warren was announced by Tina Turner as the actor who will portray her in the world premiere of the new musical TINA. Directed by Phyllida Lloyd, TINA wil…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

Up on the Marquee: THE PARISIAN WOMAN by Walter McBride

Previews begin on Thursday, November 9 for The Parisian Woman, the electrifying new play by 'House of Cards' creator Beau Willimon, directed by Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon and starring A…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

'GREAT COMET' Cast Members to Perform, Cook Pierogis at Samovarchik Tomorrow by BroadwayWorld

From food, entertainment, and nightlife entrepreneurs Darren Sussman and Roman Gambourg FEN Group, SAMOVARCHIK, a new fast-casual establishment specializing in traditional Soviet food made f…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

Save $20 on Tickets to See A CLOCKWORK ORANGE Off-Broadway by Contests - Broadway

The award-winning, electrifying production of Anthony Burgess' controversial masterpiece, A CLOCKWORK ORANGE, is now an unapologetic New York hit that has everyone talking. The New York Time…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

Paula Vogel and David Yazbek to Receive Dramatists Guild Awards for INDECENT, THE BAND'S VISIT by BroadwayWorld

The Dramatists Guild of America will present Paula Vogel the 2016 Hull-Warriner Award for her play Indecent and David Yazbek the 2017 Frederick Loewe Award for Dramatic Composition for his s…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:18PM

John Leguizamo's LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS Sets Broadway Rush Policy by BroadwayWorld

LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS, written and performed by John Leguizamo, which begins performances tomorrow, October 19, 2017 at Studio 54 254 West 54th Street, has announced its rush ticket polic…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:10PM

Review: Arden/Everywhere: The “As You Like It” Project at Baruch Performing Arts Center by Loren Noveck

Loren Noveck discovers a previously overlooked reading of As You Like It. The post Review: Arden/Everywhere: The “As You Like It” Project at Baruch Performing Arts Center appeared first …

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 05:09PM

Odds & Ends: Spend Halloween with Jay Armstrong Johnson & More by Broadway.com

Here's a quick roundup of stories you may have missed today. Spend Halloween with Jay Armstrong Johnson Broadway alum Jay Armstrong Johnson has gathered friends from across the Great W…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:06PM

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Will Hold Auditions for Broadway Replacements

You will be found—possibly on Broadway. The smash hit Tony Award winner for best musical “Dear Evan Hansen” will hold Equity Principal Auditions to find its next batch of s…

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:00PM

Theater News: Josh Pais Joins Cast of Downtown Race Riot

Pais replaces the previously announced Daniel Oreskes in the New Group's world premiere production of Seth Zvi Rosenfeld's play.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM

Theater News: Bruce Springsteen Helps Broadway Cares Raise More Than $1 Million

Tickets to the opening night performance of Springsteen on Broadway were auctioned off for the organization.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 05:00PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Stage review: Kids go to the head of the class in 'School of Rock' by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“School of Rock the Musical” harnesses the crude-cute appeal of the 2003 Jack Black movie and pumps up the volume for a hard-rockin’, good-time stage comedy.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 04:56PM

Jack and Jill Plays - Part 63 - So by Adam Szymkowicz

yet another play.  please talk to me if you should wish to use this for something. So by Adam Szymkowicz (JACK on stage.  Bars appear before him.  He is in Jail.) JACK Th…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 04:54PM

Review: ‘The Color Purple: The Musical’ at Baltimore’s Hippodrome Theatre by John Harding

Timing could not be better for a professionally mounted, national tour of The Color Purple: The Musical. Call this a reminder-on-wheels that sexual exploitation is not a Hollywood invention.…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:44PM

Abingdon Theatre Rehearsals for 25th Anniversary Gala by Sandi Durell

  The Abingdon Theatre Company will hold their 25th Anniversary Gala at the Edison Ballroom on October 23 honoring Bebe Neuwirth. But first, Theater Pizzazz’ Magda Katz was on th…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 04:41PM

John Leguizamo’s Latin History for Morons Announces Rush Ticket Policy by Adam Hetrick

The Emmy Award winner’s latest solo turn arrives on Broadway October 19 at Studio 54.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:39PM

Robert Cuccioli and Klea Blackhurst Will Help Celebrate TRU Love in NYC by Robert Viagas

The 25th anniversary benefit will honor Broadway performer-producer Jana Robbins at Caroline’s Comedy Club.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:31PM

Check Out the Opening Night of Squeamish, Starring Alison Fraser by Marc J. Franklin

Aaron Mark’s psychological horror play opened Off-Broadway October 16 at the Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:31PM

Kathleen Turner Is Finding My Voice in San Francisco October 20–21 by Robert Viagas

The stage and screen star will sing and share backstage stories at Feinstein’s at the Nikko.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:27PM

20th Century Blues Meets the Press by Sandi Durell

  by Maya Werner   The Cast of Susan Miller’s  20th Century Blues met the press for photos and interviews and to present more about the upcoming production. 20th Century Blu…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 04:26PM

Keynote: School Theatre Can Be More by Howard Sherman

The Florida Association for Theatre Education invited me to be the keynote speaker at their annual conference, held in Orlando October 12-14, 2017. The text below represents an edited versio…

SOURCE: Howard Sherman at 04:19PM

Broadway Cast Members Return to Allegiance in L.A. by Olivia Clement

See who’s joining George Takei in the West Coast production this winter.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:17PM

Theatre at the Center announces 'Wonderful Life' cast by Morgan Greene

Munster’s Theatre at the Center has announced the cast of “A Wonderful Life: The Musical,” based on the 1946 Frank Capra film. David Sajewich and Allison Sill will star as George and M…

SOURCE: Chicago Tribune Subscription at 04:15PM

Los Angeles Theater Review: TIME ALONE (Belle Rêve Theatre Company at the Los Angeles Theatre Center) by Samuel Garza Bernstein

THE SOLITARY LONELINESS OF LOSS There is something cheeky and even a bit dangerous about a writer reaching far outside his or her community, culture, or country. When an outsider succeeds, t…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 04:09PM

Complete Cast Announced for Holiday Return of Elf Musical by Adam Hetrick

Cheers star George Wendt will play Santa in the Boston and New York dates of the musical that will begin a limited national tour in November.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:07PM

Tony Winner Laurie Metcalf Will Be Honored at MCC's 2018 MISCAST Gala by BroadwayWorld

MCC Theater has announced that this year's Miscast gala, an annual showstopper of the theater season, will honor Tony-winning, three-time Emmy-winning star of stage and screen and MCC alum L…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

Breaking: Beth Leavel, Christopher Sieber, Erin Mackey & More Will Lead ANNIE at Paper Mill Playhouse by BroadwayWorld

It's the hard-knock life Paper Mill Playhouse Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt-Managing Director, recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, has announced tod…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

EXCLUSIVE: First Look at Carmen Cusack and Company in BRIGHT STAR Onstage in Los Angeles by BroadwayWorld

Presented by Center Theatre Group, 'Bright Star' will open at the Ahmanson Theatre on Friday, October 20. The Tony Award-nominated Best Musical, with music, lyrics and story by Grammy, Emmy …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

Original Broadway Cast Members to Join George Takei in ALLEGIANCE's Los Angeles Premiere by BroadwayWorld

East West Players EWP and Japanese American Cultural amp Community Center JACCC are pleased to announce that for the Los Angeles premiere of the Broadway musical Allegiance, stage and screen…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

VIDEO: FALSETTOS Premieres October 27 on PBS; Watch a Sneak Peek Now! by Stephanie Wild

PBS will be broadcasting the filmed performance of Falsettos, Live from Lincoln Center on October 27 at 9pm. You can now watch a preview of the show below

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 04:06PM

Springsteen Reportedly to Extend Broadway Run, Giving You More Chances to Miss Out on Tickets by Ethan Sapienza

Christmas is rapidly approaching, which means the Dad in your life will soon be in need of a gift. New Jersey’s patron saint Bruce Springsteen is here to lend a hand, as Variety reports th…

SOURCE: Vulture at 04:02PM

Theater News: Beth Leavel, Christopher Sieber to Star in Paper Mill Playhouse's Annie

Mark S. Hoebee directs the company's new production of Charles Strouse, Martin Charnin, and Thomas Meehan classic musical.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM

Theater News: Laurie Metcalf to Be Honored at MCC Theater's 2018 Miscast Gala

The event will also honor performer Amy León.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:00PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Teal Wicks and Jill Paice Among Cast for Reading of New Musical The Black and White Ball by Andrew Gans

Hannah Ryan will direct the reading with musical direction by Lawrence Yurman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:58PM

Beth Leavel & Christopher Sieber to Lead Annie at Paper Mill Playhouse by Andy Lefkowitz

Beloved Tony winner Beth Leavel will play the irascible Miss Hannigan in Paper Mill Playhouse's holiday-season production of Annie! Tony nominee Christopher Sieber will play Oliver Warbu…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:54PM

Harry Potter Fans Can’t Catch the Snitch After Ticketmaster Verified Fan Fails Again by John Bonazzo

Tickets for 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' went on sale today, but many people failed to get seats.

SOURCE: The New York Observer at 03:49PM

Read Reviews for The Prince of Egypt World Premiere by Olivia Clement

See what critics thought of Stephen Schwartz’s new musical, an adaptation of the animated film.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:49PM

Krakowski and Diamantopoulos Join Fox’s A Christmas Story Live! by Mark A. Robinson

Coming on top of their recent announcement that Fox’s A Christmas Story Live! has named Andy Walken to play the role of Ralphie Parker, the production has additionally released that Jane K…

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 03:34PM

The 22 Greatest Disaster Movies of All Time by Bilge Ebiri

This list was originally published in 2015, and we’ve updated it to include newer releases.It’s a big week for disaster movies, what with both Geostorm and Only the Brave&…

SOURCE: Vulture at 03:30PM

Beth Leavel and Christopher Sieber Will Head Cast of Paper Mill Playhouse’s Annie by Andrew Gans

The company will also include Erin Mackey, Cooper Grodin, and Kim Sava.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:29PM

Miscast 2018 Will Honor Tony Winner Laurie Metcalf by Ryan McPhee

The annual gala from MCC Theater will take place March 26, 2018.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:27PM

Five Things To Love About She Loves Me by Melissa Major

by Elisa Lichtenbaum Every Friday night, from October through December, PBS will give theater lovers a front-row seat to some of the best-loved Broadway shows, from glorious, feel-good music…

SOURCE: PBS at 03:15PM

Josh Pais Steps Into Downtown Race Riot With Chloë Sevigny by Olivia Clement

The actor replaces Daniel Oreske, who has departed the show due to a scheduling conflict.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:08PM

‘A Quick 5’ with Richard Cameron by Mark Beachy

Richard Cameron is an unsung hero in the theatre community.  He is the person behind Theatre Chat, a Facebook group which connects theatre professionals, helping to promote auditions as we…

SOURCE: mdtheatreguide.com at 03:06PM

VIDEO: NY Philharmonic Members Reflect on Their Most Memorable Moments with Leonard Bernstein by Stage Tube

Musicians from the New York Philharmonic gathered to film a video discussing the importance of Leonard Bernstein. This video coincides with the Philharmonic's centennial initiative celebrati…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

BWW TV: Watch Highlights from Anna Ziegler's THE LAST MATCH by BroadwayWorld TV

Roundabout Theatre Company presents The New York premiere of Anna Ziegler's new play The Last Match, directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch. The cast includes Wilson Bethel as 'Tim,' Alex Mickiewi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

Review Roundup: PRINCE OF EGYPT at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley by BroadwayWorld

PRINCE OF EGYPT follows the saga of Moses and Ramses, his Pharaoh brother, and the indomitable people who changed them both forever. The show is based on the DreamWorks animated film of the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:04PM

Atomisation of society under a chemist prime minister | Brief letters by Letters

Margaret Thatcher | Theatre acoustics: anthems and amplifiers | Solutions to table wobbles: tripods and Paddington Bear’s saw | Sean Hughes and Crystal PalaceMike Ellwood (Letters, 18 Octo…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:04PM

Take it outside: the shows pushing dancers out of their comfort zone by Sanjoy Roy

A trio of works staged in striking industrial settings blur the roles of dancer and audience – and raise compelling questions about the nature of performanceA ballet in an old warehouse. A…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 03:04PM

Congrats! Break A Leg nominated for the Blogger Recognition Award by Helen McWilliams

The Blogger Recognition Award is given to bloggers by bloggers and it is a way to show appreciation for the commitment and hard work that is needed to start a blog.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 03:00PM

Mischief Managed! These Harry Potter Fans Got CURSED CHILD Tickets Today! by Alan Henry

Broadway and Harry Potter fans took to social media to celebrate being the 'chosen ones' who managed to snag somthing more coveted than the house cup... Ticket to HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 03:00PM

Theater News: Full Cast Announced for Elf the Musical

Erik Gratton, Cynthia Ferrer, and more will join the previously announced George Wendt in this stage adaptation of the 2003 film.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 03:00PM

North Coast Rep revisits a Steinbeck classic with 'Of Mice and Men' by James Hebert

Sometimes a creative work can become so familiar that what made it vital in the first place is obscured by the kind of cultural shorthand it acquires. That might be the case with the classic…

SOURCE: The San Diego Union-Tribune at 03:00PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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Jason Robert Brown Says Betty Buckley’s Version of His ’Hope’ Did the ’Virtually Impossible’ by Andrew Gans

Tony winner Buckley performed the new song during her recent Joe’s Pub engagement.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:58PM

HSO To Play Live Score During Giant 'Harry Potter' Film Screening by Susan Dunne

At one point in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," Harry, Hermione and Ron battle a troll in the Hogwarts restroom. In the film, John Williams' music, heavy on the low brass, scores th…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 02:57PM

Review: ‘Antony and Cleopatra’ at the Folger Theatre by Sophia Howes

All for Love Noted critic Harold Bloom once said, “We certainly can say that Cleopatra and Antony do not bore each other, and they are bored, erotically and otherwise, by everyone else in …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 02:56PM

Fox’s ‘A Christmas Story’ Live Musical Casts Jane Krakowski, Chris Diamantopoulos by Joseph Otterson

Fox’s upcoming live musical version of “A Christmas Story” has cast Jane Krakowski and Chris Diamantopoulos, the network announced Wednesday. Krakowski will play Ralphie&#…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:55PM

Look Back at the Opening Night of Mamma Mia! on Broadway by Hannah Vine

The show opened October 18, 2001, at the Winter Garden Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:45PM

Immersive Production of Andrew Lippa’s The Wild Party Will Play Brooklyn by Andrew Gans

Illumination Act’s staging will begin performances at Loft 172 on Halloween.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:31PM

Uma Thurman, Phillipa Soo, and the Cast of The Parisian Woman Meet the Press by Hannah Vine

The play from House of Cards’ Beau Willimon is scheduled to begin November 9.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:30PM

Community Centered: A Review of Meet Juan(ito) Doe at Free Street Theater by Kevin Greene

Free Street Theater's latest work is thematically and geographically centered in Chicago's Mexican-American communities.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 02:30PM

‘Sweeney Todd’ to replace ‘Finian’s Rainbow’ at Theo Ubique by Hedy Weiss

The Sondheim show will run in the same slot, March 9 - April 29, 2018, with artistic director Fred Anzevino directing.

SOURCE: chicago.suntimes.com at 02:29PM

Emily Skinner, Duncan Sheik, and More Join Humane Society Cabaret Evening Honoring James L. Nederlander by Robert Viagas

Andrea McArdle is also among the Broadway folk who will take part in the October 22 fete.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:27PM

Watch Director Rachel Chavkin Go Behind the Scenes of Hadestown’s Live Recording by Ruthie Fierberg

Hear a clip of “Livin’ It Up on Top” from the hit Off-Broadway production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:11PM

Debbie Gravitte Will Preview Her New Big Band Broadway Album at Birdland in NYC by Robert Viagas

The Tony Award winner will sing favorite showtunes arranged for Russ Kaplan’s eight-piece band November 6.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:10PM

8 Videos of Waitress’ New Becky, Maia Nkenge Wilson, Singing Her Face Off

Watch Waitress star Maia Nkenge Wilson sing Rent, The Color Purple, and some classic pop tunes.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 02:06PM

ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST – Milford Haven by Shanine Salmon

A new arrival disrupts the daily routine and questions convention in this wonderful, comical and hard-hitting stage adaption of Ken Kesey’s classic portrayal of life on a psychiatric ward …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 02:00PM

Bruce Springsteen Extends Broadway Run by Shirley Halperin

Born to extended run? Bruce Springsteen fans who missed out on “Springsteen on Broadway” may have another chance to score tickets for the show next spring. The Boss is exten…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:00PM

TV News: Jane Krakowski and Chris Diamantopoulos Join Fox's A Christmas Story Live!

The Pasek and Paul musical is coming to television.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM

Photo Flash: Chris Noth Presents Robert Galinsky's The Bench

Jay O. Sanders directs the solo show.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:00PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Trevor ‘Ziggy’ Byfield obituary by Anthony Hayward

Stage and screen actor who took leading roles in Hair and The Rocky Horror ShowTrevor Byfield, who has died of pneumonia aged 73, was a star of stage musicals under the name Ziggy Byfield be…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 01:54PM

Review: Good intentions go up in smoke in 'Only the Brave' by Mark Kennedy

Firefighters must be our last real superheroes. They run toward stuff that's on fire, for heaven's sake. There are the few public servants - not cops, politicians or doctor…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 01:38PM

FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Cast of THE PARISIAN WOMAN on Broadway! by Walter McBride

Previews begin on Thursday, November 9 for The Parisian Woman, the electrifying new play by 'House of Cards' creator Beau Willimon, directed by Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon and starring A…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:36PM

Photo Flash: Tune Up! New Shots of RENT's 20th Anniversary Tour by BroadwayWorld

BroadwayWorld is excited to share brand-new photos from the RENT 20th Anniversary Tour - scroll down to check out the cast in action

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BWW's Theatre Business Podcast 'The OHenry Report' Goes Inside the Numbers that Led to NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812's Closing by Ohenry Report

On this episode of BroadwayWorld's theatre business podcast, 'The OHenry Report,' Broadway producer and investor Oliver Henry Roth goes inside the numbers of NATASHA, PIERRE amp THE GREAT CO…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:36PM

VIDEO: Get A First Look at 5th Avenue Theatre's RAGTIME by Stage Tube

The 5th Avenue Theatre is presenting an evocative new production of Ragtime, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below

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BWW TV: What's THE PARISIAN WOMAN All About? Uma Thurman and Company Explain! by Tv - Press Previews

Previews begin on Thursday, November 9 for The Parisian Woman, the electrifying new play by 'House of Cards' creator Beau Willimon, directed by Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon and starring A…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:36PM

Photo Flash: Broadway's Justin Guarini, Sally Ann Triplett, Teal Wicks and More Honor Park Avenue Armory's Pierre Audi by BroadwayWorld

Broadway stars Justin Guarini, Sally Ann Triplett, and Teal Wicks, as well as Grammy Award winning vocalist Shelley Thomas, paid tribute to the work of Park Avenue Armory Artistic Director, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:36PM

Venus in Fur takes a dishearteningly male approach

David Ives’ drama about sex and power opens at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, London

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Burning Doors by Darryl Reilly

Nicolai Khalezin wrote Burning Doors with dramaturgy by him and Natalia Kaliada.  Their aim is to bring attention to currently jailed artists Petr Pavlensky and Oleg Sentsov by weaving in …

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 01:20PM

I Am Not a Witch is told with visual swagger

Rungano Nyoni’s film tells the story of a Zambian girl whose neighbours declare her a menace

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Dina — a gentle, delicate story

A fine romance is at the heart of this restrained documentary

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North by Northwest remains unbeatable

Hitchcock is in a fearsome groove in his re-released cold war classic

SOURCE: The Financial Times Subscription at 01:18PM

Venice Theatre, Moscow Ballet, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Daytona State College Are Hiring by Playbill Staff

Playbill.com's Job Listings offer an extensive selection of available jobs within the theatre industry.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:17PM

Anastasia's Derek Klena on Breaking into Broadway, His Perfect Marriage Proposal & More by Broadway.com

Derek Klena talks about breaking into the New York stage scene, taking selfies with fans at the Anastasia stage door and more.

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:12PM

See Uma Thurman & the Cast of The Parisian Woman Meet the Press by Lindsey Sullivan

Beau Willimon's The Parisian Woman is scheduled to begin performances on November 9. The production marks Academy Award nominee Uma Thurman's Broadway debut. Willimon, Thurman, …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:12PM

Erik Gratton & Veronica J. Kuehn to Join George Wendt in Elf at Madison Square Garden by Andy Lefkowitz

Erik Gratton will lead the company of the new production of Elf at the Theater at Madison Square Garden, taking on the central role of Buddy. He will be joined by Broadway alum Veronica…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:12PM

Jane Krakowski & Chris Diamantopoulos Join A Christmas Story Live! on Fox by Andy Lefkowitz

Christmas has come early! Tony winner Jane Krakowski will play Miss Shields, the teacher of nine-year-old Ralphie Parker, in the upcoming live TV presentation of A Christmas Story. Broadway …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 01:12PM

Theatre Royal Bath announces 2018 spring season by Roda Musa

Robert Powell and Liza Goddard are to star in the world premiere of Sherlock Holmes: The Final Curtain as part of the

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 01:08PM

Fresh Ground Pepper Prepares to Launch First-Ever Festival by Olivia Clement

The NYC-based arts incubator will present a two-week festival of new works in 2018.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:05PM

Cher’s Role Revealed for Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again by Adam Hetrick

The pop icon is taking on a surprising role in the film sequel to the international hit ABBA musical.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:01PM

DR FAUSTUS – Chickenshed Theatre by Shanine Salmon

In this production of Dr Faustus the cast of 10 showcase their quintuple talents; not only do they act, they sing, dance, perform puppetry and magic. Joseph Morton, the director, pulls us r…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PM

Immigrant experience explored in Pivot Arts production by Mary Houlihan - For The Sun-Times

The show is staged in Uptown where Pivot teams up with the Chinese Mutual Aid Association for a look at the immigrant experience.

SOURCE: chicago.suntimes.com at 01:00PM

Theater News: Reed Birney, Jennifer Ehle to Star in TACT World Premiere of Salute to the Brave

The long-lost 1941 play by Noël Coward will be presented in a one-night-only concert reading.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Photo Flash: Uma Thurman, Phillipa Soo, and Cast of The Parisian Woman Meet the Press

Tony winner Blair Brown, Josh Lucas, and Marton Csokas also star in Beau Willimon's political drama under the direction of Pam MacKinnon.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 01:00PM

Jane Krakowski and Chris Diamantopoulos Join Fox’s A Christmas Story Live! by Ryan McPhee

The two Broadway alums are the latest additions to a cast that also includes Maya Rudolph and Matthew Broderick.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Scalpel, Sponge, Magic Beans: When Doctors Moonlight as Actors by Suzy Evans

The Bard Hall Players, a theater company made up of Columbia University medical students, is marking its 50th season with a production of “Into the Woods.”

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New York City Launches New Artist-in-Residency Programs

The city’s Department of Cultural Affairs is launching artist-in-residency programs at the Department of Correction, the Department of Probation and the Mayor’s Office to Combat Domestic…

SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal at 12:53PM

Hal Linden in The Price (review) by Marshall Bradshaw

There’s something noble in sticking with your family no matter what, but there’s also something noble in finally cutting ties with a toxic parent. The Price grinds that contradiction aga…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:48PM

Wilderness explores Utah teen therapy program (review) by Marshall Bradshaw

This past weekend, En Garde Arts brought a new multimedia documentary theatre piece to the Kennedy Center. True to the best of its genre, Wilderness strikes right at the core with devastatin…

SOURCE: DC Theatre Scene at 12:48PM

Photos: First look at The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe in rehearsals

The show, directed by Sally Cookson, is coming to the West Yorkshire Playhouse

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 12:48PM

Prophets of Rage hope to be 'soundtrack for the resistance' by Mark Kennedy

NEW YORK (AP) -- When it comes to protest music, there's the subtle stuff and the really angry stuff. The all-star band Prophets of Rage takes the latter to a whole new grab-…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 12:46PM

Facebook feud: fan accuses Reginald D Hunter of 'misogyny and violence' by Brian Logan

Hunter's followers retaliate with death threats. Plus: Russell Brand is 'double double against genocide', Jon Stewart lashes out at media and John Cleese hates today's comedyA masterclass in…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 12:42PM

Be Projected Onstage in Bryan Cranston-Led NETWORK at the National by BroadwayWorld

Want to see your video in Network Bryan Cranston just announced that audience members can send in footage of them saying, 'I'm mad as hell and I'm not going to take it anymore' with the hash…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:36PM

Photo Flash: Bid on Bette Midler's Custom Halloween Costumes for Charity! by BroadwayWorld

Bette Midler is hosting a Charitybuzz auction in anticipation of her annual, star-studded 'Hulaween' event to benefit the New York Restoration Project. Bette is auctioning off three of the f…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:36PM

Dance Umbrella review – ‘an exciting and varied programme’ by Rachel Elderkin

Dance Umbrella, London’s annual festival of dance, sees performances taking place across the city in theatres, small arts venues and outdoor spaces.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 12:34PM

Jennifer Ehle, Kristine Nielsen, Peter Bartlett, Reed Birney and More to Star in SALUTE TO THE BRAVE at TACT by BroadwayWorld

TACT, The Actors Company Theatre has announced that Jennifer Ehle Oslo -Tony nomination, The Coast of Utopia - Tony Award, Design for Living, The Real Thing - Tony, Theatre World awards, Kri…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:33PM

THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE to End Off-Broadway Adventure After Nearly Six Years by BroadwayWorld

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe has announced a December 30 closing date Off-Broadway. At the time of its closing, the production will have played 389 performances over the course of it…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:33PM

TV's THEATER TALK Gets Spooky for Halloween Next Week by BroadwayWorld

THEATER TALK, winner of the 2017 Emmy Award for Best InterviewDiscussion Show in the NYC area, presents entertainers Murray Hill, Bridget Everett and cabaret producer Daniel Nardicio. Next, …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:33PM

First Look - Christine Baranski, Alan Cumming Lend Voices on MICHAEL JACKSON'S HALLOWEEN Special on CBS by TV News Desk

Get ready to go on an unexpected, magical adventure in the animated special MICHAEL JACKSON'S HALLOWEEN Featuring the voice talents of Broadway alum Christine Baranski, Jim Parsons and Alan …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:33PM

Erik Gratton, Veronica J. Kuehn and More to Star in ELF THE MUSICAL at Madison Square Garden; Cast Complete! by BroadwayWorld

NETworks Presentations has announced casting for the New York engagement of ELF THE MUSICAL. The show will play from December 13 through December 29 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:33PM

Duncan Sheik, Jennifer Simard and Emily Skinner Sign on for BEST IN SHOWS Benefit at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Adam Kantor, Andrea McArdle, Michael Mulheren, Orfeh, Brad Oscar, Duncan Sheik, Jennifer Simard, Emily Skinner and Stephen Wallem will star in the 2017 Best in Shows, a star-studded cabaret …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:33PM

Broadway Artists Set for World Premiere of American Dance Spectacular by Ruthie Fierberg

A red-hot exploration of dance in the 20th century, the new show plays Connecticut and New York this month.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32PM

Review: Izindava at Sadler’s Wells by Rachel Elderkin

"Led by feeling and emotion": Rachel Elderkin admires Bawren Tavaziva's richly expressive and highly personal new show at Sadler's Wells. The post Review: Izindava at Sadler’s Wells ap…

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 12:26PM

In the Heights’ Andréa Burns Will Be Billie Dawn in Born Yesterday by Andrew Gans

Maltz Jupiter Theatre will present the Garson Kanin comedy beginning October 29.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:22PM

Plays on the Peninsula: South Florida’s Best Kept Secret by American Theatre Editors

Sure, the region has tourists and retirees, but it’s also home to a far-flung, wide-ranging theatre scene.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:20PM

‘Miami Motel Stories’ Restage Local History Where It Happened by American Theatre Editors

The first site-specific piece in a planned three-year project kicks off with an immersive stroll through Little Havana's Tower Hotel.

SOURCE: American Theatre at 12:15PM

Tomorrow in the Battle by Joel Benjamin

Ruth Sullivan, Allison Threadgold and Patrick Hamilton in a scene from “Tomorrow in the Battle” (Photo credit: George McClintock) Joel Benjamin, Critic The flier for Kieron Barry’s dr…

SOURCE: www.theaterscene.net at 12:14PM

Cast Set for Melbourne Run of Dream Lover—The Bobby Darin Musical, Starring David Campbell by Andrew Gans

Simon Phillips directs the production, which will begin performances at Arts Centre Melbourne December 27

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:11PM

Moya Angela, Marisha Wallace & Karen Mav to Share the Role of Effie in London's Dreamgirls by Andy Lefkowitz

This much talent has got to be a dream! Broadway veterans Marisha Wallace and Moya Angela will share the role of Effie White with Karen Mav in the hit London production of Dreamgirls beginni…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 12:06PM

World Premiere "The Prince of Egypt" by Eddie Reynolds

Underneath the songs and throughout the scenes lies an orchestrated score that often soars in its ability to tell its own story of Pharaohs, their enslaved nation, horrifying heavenly interv…

SOURCE: TalkinBroadway at 12:05PM

Tonya Pinkins: A story of gun violence and a mother's loss brings this Tony winner back to the stage by Margaret Gray

The old Hollywood adage that directing is 90% casting holds just as true in the theater, especially with a new play: Those first performances can turn heads, build buzz, entice other theater…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 12:00PM

THE LIE – Menier Chocolate Factory by Ian Foster

British theatre's amour fou for Florian Zeller continues apace with another of his comedies making it over to London but are we approaching diminishing returns as we delve deeper into his ba…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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Bryan Cranston Wants to See You Onstage at the National Theatre by Olivia Clement

The Tony winner encourages theatregoers to send in their videos to be projected as part of Network.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:53AM

2nd Annual Samuel French Awards by Matthew Wexler

The second annual Samuel French Awards honored Ken Ludwig, Dominique Morisseau, and the songwriting team of Chris Miller & Nathan Tysen.

SOURCE: The Broadway Blog at 11:42AM

Livestreaming Debate: Why do we need theatre? at Dialog-Wrocław International Theatre Festival, Poland—Thurs, Oct 19 by HowlRound

By HowlRound TV. The Dialog-Wrocław International Theatre Festival in Poland presents the debate Why do we need theatre? livestreaming on the global, commons-based peer produced HowlRound T…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 11:36AM

Blogs: David Eldridge: 'A writing life is far too precarious to ever resemble a career'

As his play opens at the National, David Eldridge reflects on his life as a playwright

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 11:33AM

Final Book from the Late Sam Shepard Will Get December Release by BroadwayWorld

As BroadwayWorld sadly reported in July, Pulitzer Prize-winning writer, actor, and musician, Sam Shepard passed away after a battle with ALS, but we have not yet seen the last of his work. D…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:24AM

VIDEO: Jason Alexander Shares His Advice for Broadway-Bound PRETTY WOMAN by BroadwayWorld

The Tony winner spoke to Williams about his iconic role on the long-running NBC sitcom, and shared his thoughts on the upcoming musical adaptation of Pretty Woman.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:24AM

Children of Original Merrily We Roll Along Cast Will Pay Tribute to Their Parents’ Show by Robert Viagas

Kids of the ‘kids’ will salute their parents’ work in the Stephen Sondheim musical, January 2 and 3, 2018, in NYC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:21AM

The Prince of Egypt review at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley – ‘ambitious new musical’ by Dominic May

The world premiere production of The Prince of Egypt, a musical adaptation of the Book of Exodus, draws on the 1998 DreamWorks

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:15AM

Young dancers in Hampshire to benefit from £115k development scheme by Georgia Snow

A Hampshire theatre has been awarded £115,000 for a programme of training and development opportunities for young dancers in the area. The

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 11:13AM

St Vincent in London — pretentious folly or artful triumph?

The singer-songwriter presided over 95 minutes of surreal visuals and skewed guitar solos at Brixton Academy

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Cast Announced for U.K.’s First All-Black Production of Guys and Dolls by Andrew Gans

Performances begin in December at the Royal Exchange Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:08AM

Music Preview/CD Review: Jon Langford’s “Four Lost Souls” by Arts Fuse Editor

With Jon Langford, the only certainty is that there will be surprises that make it party time.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:06AM

BWW TV Exclusive Sneak Peek - All-New Musical Number from This Week's CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND by BroadwayWorld TV

On this week's episode of CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND titled 'To Josh, With Love,' Vincent Rodriguez III's Josh discovers becoming a priest is harder than he thought. Below, BWW shares an exclusiv…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:04AM

TIME AND THE CONWAYS – an adequate all in the family adventure by Oscar E Moore

  This Roundabout revival of J. B. Priestley’s three act drama is just adequate.   And seems longer than it actually is.  There are some high points and an equal amount of low as d…

SOURCE: Oscar E. Moore at 11:04AM

5 facts about Adrienne Warren — the new Tina Turner by Joe Dziemianowicz

Adrienne Warren has been cast in the coveted title role of the rock goddess in the new musical "Tina."

SOURCE: New York Daily News at 11:04AM

Theatre Royal Bath to Stage World Premiere of Sherlock Holmes: The Final Curtain by Olivia Clement

Robert Powell will star as the infamous detective; the U.K. theatre announces its three-show lineup for spring 2018.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

KING LEAR – Chichester ★★★★★ by Jonathan Baz

King Lear is the jewel in the crown of Daniel Evans’ opening year as Chichester’s Artistic Director. Ian McKellen is every inch a king in Jonathan Munby’s production that is currently …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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GOD by John Simon

Sooner or later the question of God raises its troubling head for most of us. Does he exist or doesn’t he? Or has he died, as Nietzsche postulated? And if he exists, where exactly does he?…

SOURCE: John Simon at 10:54AM

Marc Kudisch and Penny Fuller Announced for Latest Only Even Runs a Minute Concert by Robert Viagas

The next in the series will unearth songs from Hallelujah, Baby!; Mayor, and other obscure musicals.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:49AM

Broadway Discounts You Need RN For the 2017/2018 Season's Shows

Secure your discount tickets to the new crop of plays and musicals coming to Broadway.

SOURCE: BroadwayBox at 10:44AM

Time and the Conways - starring a superficial Elizabeth McGovern by Oscar E. Moore

It’s in the tradition of a well-made three act play with a slight variation: Beginning. End. Middle. An uneven production where the set will be probably remembered above all.

SOURCE: Talk Entertainment at 10:33AM

Obituary: Joy Francois by Chris Hare

With the passing of Joy Francois at the age of 85, another link to the heyday of variety theatre has been lost.

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 10:30AM

Theater openings Oct. 20-26

Saturday "Don’t Look Back/Must Look Back”: Audiences travel through various Uptown locations in this journey inspired by the neighborhood’s residents who fled their home countries. Thr…

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Video: Meet Tina the Musical star: Adrienne Warren

The star was joined live on stage by the living legend herself yesterday

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:24AM

Theatre News: Casting announced for Talawa's all-black Guys and Dolls

The Royal Exchange Theatre is to host a new production of Frank Loesser, Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows' musical

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:24AM

Theatre News: Trevor Nunn and new Sherlock Holmes play in Theatre Royal Bath new season

Award-winning play The Whale will also have its UK premiere

SOURCE: WhatsOnStage at 10:24AM

Final Work of Sam Shepard Will Be Released in December by Andrew Gans

The Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright passed away in July.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:23AM

Jason Alexander Has Words of Wisdom for Actor Who Plays His Pretty Woman Character on Broadway by Ruthie Fierberg

The Tony winner offered a warning to Jason Danieley on The Wendy Williams Show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:23AM

Alice Ripley Joins Lineup for Musicals That Never Came to Broadway by Robert Viagas

The Feinstein's/54 Below show will feature songs from musicals that didn’t make it to the Great White Way.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:19AM

Review: Rules For Living at the Theatre Royal Brighton by Tracey Sinclair

"A well-deserved second wind": Tracey Sinclair reviews English Touring Theatre's revival of Sam Holcroft's Ayckbourn-esque 2015 comedy. The post Review: Rules For Living at the Theatre Royal…

SOURCE: exeuntmagazine.com at 10:07AM

Exclusive Podcast: BROADWAY'S BACKBONE with Harvey Evans by Broadway's Backbone

In this episode James Walsh is a jack of all trades, who masters them all. His newest endeavors include director with 'As Much as I Can,' a theatrical event focusing on HIV infection in the …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

Kristin Chenoweth Reveals Her Hardest Song for Her to Perform; Watch Her Sing It! by BroadwayWorld

Kristin Chenoweth has conquered roles as varied as Sally Brown and Velma Von Tussle. When it comes to the musical theatre canon, she has done it all, but there is one song that has proven ha…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

VIDEO: John Scacchetti, Chaz Wolcott, and More Join Emily Jeanne Phillips in New Tap Video by BroadwayWorld

Emily Jeanne Phillips Elf, the Musical at Madison Square Garden presents a new tap music video featuring John Scacchetti Patti Lupone Gypsy, 42nd Street, Chaz Walcott Newsies Live, So You Th…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:06AM

Jay Armstrong Johnson to Channel Hocus Pocus in Not So Scary Halloween Party by Robert Viagas

The On the Town star returns with a second edition of his Halloween night bacchanal.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:03AM

A beginner’s guide to applying for drama school by Samantha Marsden

Prospective students are spoilt for choice with the variety of training offered by institutions across the UK. Samantha Marsden goes through the

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How Angels in America Led Andrew Garfield to Lip Sync to Whitney Houston by Ruthie Fierberg

The star of the upcoming Broadway transfer appeared on Ellen.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:00AM

West End Producer’s A to Z of drama schools by @westendproducer

The Stage’s beloved agony aunt presents a humorous guide to everything that drama schools have to offer A is for acting. This

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Which degree course should you audition for? by Samantha Marsden

Few people can afford to audition for more than three or four drama schools and choosing which are the best fit can

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How buildings and facilities might inform your choice of drama school by Susan Elkin

Though the quality of teaching is a vital foundation for training, the standard facilities is a key factor in preparing for professional

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LUCKY STIFF – Union Theatre ★★★★ by Jonathan Baz

There’s a charming treatment of Ahrens and Flaherty’s Lucky Stiff, currently playing at the Union Theatre. The musical is a short slight piece, set in a minimalist stage design, but with…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Amber Riley Will Depart London Dreamgirls; 3 Actors Will Share Role of Effie White by Andrew Gans

Glee star Riley won an Olivier Award for her performance.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:58AM

Livestreaming Debate: What is forbidden? About political theatre and politicisation of theatre in Poland at Dialog-Wrocław International Theatre Fest by HowlRound

By HowlRound TV. The Dialog-Wrocław International Theatre Festival in Poland presents the debate What is forbidden? About political theatre and politicisation of theatre in Poland​ livest…

SOURCE: HowlRound at 09:57AM

Gaye Taylor Upchurch and Anna Ziegler on “The Last Match” by Victoria Myers

We talk to playwright Anna Ziegler and director Gaye Taylor Upchurch about the process for their new play "The Last Match."

SOURCE: The Interval at 09:56AM

The Arts on Stamps of the World —October 18 by Doug Briscoe

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

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Measure for Measure – Elevator Repair Service by Sandi Durell

      by Carol Rocamora     “Problem play?” What “problem play?!!” Leave it to the adventurous Elevator Repair Service company to take a challenging Shakespe…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 09:49AM

Welcome to the Catalan Republic: Street Theatre and Protests in Barcelona by [email protected] (jdstokely)

By Alícia Hernàndez Grande. Alícia Hernàndez Grande writes about the theatrical street protests that have been staged since 2012 around the Catalonia independence referendum vote, includ…

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GRACE NOTES: Wednesday, October 18, 2017 by Susan Grace

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Anything Can Happen in the Theater: The Songs of Maury Yeston by Sandi Durell

  Spamilton’s Gerard Alessandrini gives songwriter, Maury Yeston his due.     By Joel Benjamin   Gerard Alessandrini’s resume may seem overflowing with his many legendary For…

SOURCE: theaterpizzazz.com at 09:30AM

Cast announced for UK’s first all-black Guys and Dolls by Giverny Masso

Ray Fearon will appear in the UK’s first all-black cast production of Guys and Dolls at Manchester’s Royal Exchange. The co-production with

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The lie that poverty is a moral failing was buried a century ago. Now it’s back | Fintan O’Toole by Fintan O'Toole

George Bernard Shaw knew that the rich are no better than the poor. But though the argument seemed settled then, it now rages more fiercely than everIf you know Alfred Doolittle only from St…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:06AM

Ivo Graham: Educated Guess review – Eton schooldays and leftie laughs by Brian Logan

Soho theatre, LondonThere’s plenty to admire in Graham’s new show, including a teenage appearance on The Weakest Link and a fresh-minted routine about the £1 coin‘Push the envelope, b…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:06AM

Rockstar Beowulf and the Hartlepool monkey: kids' shows with big ideas by Lyn Gardner

From a junior Brexit parable to a stadium-gig version of the Anglo-Saxon epic, children’s theatre is tackling grownup themes in striking fashion ‘After nourishment, shelter and companion…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 09:06AM

International news round-up: October 19 by The Stage

Theatre Olympics 2018 under threat from licensing dispute INDIA The Theatre Olympics, scheduled to be held in India in 2018, may not take

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Obituary: Anthony Stott by Barbara Stott

Anthony Stott began his theatre career at the Coliseum Theatre, Oldham after studying sociology and economics at Leeds University. Initially intended as

SOURCE: The Stage Registration at 09:00AM

Celebrating stage managers (your views, October 19) by The Stage

As your online story observed (‘Theatre staff celebrate International Stage Management Day 2017’, thestage.co.uk, October 10), our annual celebration of stage managers

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YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN – West End ★★★★ by Scatter Of Opinion

This cult movie-cum-musical is a smash hit with those who don’t take themselves too seriously - and who appreciate that same quality in musical theatre. Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein is…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM

Diary: Hitting the Westeros End by Tabard

Winter has come to the Theatreland. But it’s not quite the epic stage adaptation of George RR Martin’s Game of Thrones we’ve

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In pictures (October 19): Unicorn Theatre, Chickenshed, the Vaults and the UK Theatre Awards… by The Stage

The latest press night parties, new shows in rehearsal, events and awards from the theatrical world in pictures. This week’s highlights include opening nights

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Review: In “The Way We Get By,” stand-out acting can’t overcome a paltry premise by Andrew Alexander

It’s been said that the war between the sexes is the only conflict in which both sides sleep with the enemy on a regular basis. If you can imagine that witticism as a play, you’ll have s…

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Lin-Manuel Miranda Picks HAMILTON Alum Jordan Fisher to Win DWTS: 'He's Unbelievable' by BroadwayWorld

Tuesday night, ET caught up with HAMILTON creator Lin-Manuel Miranda at the TIDAL X Brooklyn Benefit Concert at the Barclays Center in New York City and asked for his thoughts on Jordan's pe…

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Alice Ripley Completes BROADWAY BOUND at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Tony Award winner Alice Ripley has joined Feinstein's54 Below's second edition of Broadway Bound The Musicals That Never Came To Broadway on Wednesday, October 25th, 2017.

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BWW's On This Day - October 18, 2017

Here are the Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End shows which opened on October 18 along with all of the upcoming show openings, closings and special events

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Sexy or Sexist? Natalie Dormer Mixes S&M, Irony for “Venus in Fur” by Hilary Webb

The giant shadow of a leather-clad Natalie Dormer dominates the ceiling of Theatre Royal Haymarket in the latest production of David Ives’s “Venus in Fur.”Dormer leads the entire play …

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Dramaworks’ Honors The Family Verities: Greed, Sex and Murder In Revival Of The Little Foxes by Bill Hirschman

Greed. Sexism. Conscienceless businessmen. Blackmail. Rebellious youth. Women fighting to break the glass ceiling. Women using sex to manipulate men. Bank embezzlement. Even murder. No, not …

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NEWS: Shakespeare’s Globe announces more cast for indoor winter programme by Ian Foster

Emma Rice's tenure at Shakespeare's Globe is winding to its close - the outdoor season is done but there's still a winter's worth of programming in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse to get through.

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The Short Life But Long Fame of Norman “Chubby” Chaney by Trav S.D.

How surprising to learn that Norman “Chubby” Chaney (1914-1936) time as a Little Rascal was so short, and so to learn that his time on earth was, as well.  He’s in just 19…

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‘Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery’ at Fringe Club Underground Theatre by Blouin Artinfo

The Fringe Club Underground Theatre will be hosting ‘Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery’ from October 18, 2017 that will be running through October 28, 2017. The Sweet and Sour produ…

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The Legend of King Arthur review at Spiegeltent, Guildford – ‘hearty theatrics’ by Paul Vale

A week after the National Theatre’s flailing attempt to turn the story of Saint George into a state of the nation play,

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Broadway: Bruce Springsteen One Man Show Drops by $407,000– Even with Crazy Prices by Roger Friedman

The second full week of “Springsteen on Broadway” brought a box office surprise. Even with crazy secondary market prices– thousands of dollars Categories: Featured Theat…

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Editor’s View: Theatre must break its silence on harassment by Alistair Smith

Recently, I’ve found myself reflecting on a brief news story I wrote in 2011 on a report revealing that bullying is more

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IN MEMORY OF LEAVES – Fordham Gallery Barge by Laura Kressly

Since 2013, Natasha Langridge has watched her neighbourhood become unrecognisable. As the developers and their machinery creep ever closer with every passing month, she documents their journ…

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Amber Riley to leave Dreamgirls as new cast announced by Georgia Snow

Amber Riley has announced her departure from West End musical Dreamgirls, in which she has played the lead role since it opened

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BWW Morning Brief October 18th, 2017: FIRE Opens Off-Broadway and More! by Danielle Ashley

Good morning, BroadwayWorld Today's big news FIRE Opens Off-Broadway and More

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Review: You Forgot the Mince, The Courtyard by Saskia Coomber

Imagine If’s You Forgot the Mince presents a moving descent into an abusive relationship. ‘Love Me Tender’ by Elvis Presley ominously plays as we enter the space, setting t…

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Theatre News: New Effies announced as Amber Riley leaves Dreamgirls

The show will also extend its booking through to June 2018

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Dreamgirls announces new cast and extension into next June

It's been a fantastic first year for the debut West End production of DREAMGIRLS and the winning streak is set to continue with the announcement that the show celebrates its first birthday b…

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Saint George and the Dragon, National Theatre, London, review: Staged in a witty, exciting fashion by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

'Chimerica' director Lyndsey Turner directs Rory Mullarkey's version of the George and the dragon legend against Rae Smith's beautiful set design

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Albion, Almeida Theatre, London, review: A work of deeply absorbing emotional richness by Paul Taylor, Paul Taylor

Rupert Goold directs Mike Bartlett's new play - their first collaboration since their award-winning production of 'King Charles 111'

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‘Game of Thrones: The Rock Musical’ at Theater Center by Blouin Artinfo

Theater Center is hosting the off-Broadway production of “Game of Thrones: The Rock Musical — An Unauthorized Parody” inspired from the HBO original that will be running through Octobe…

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Herbert Dyce Murphy: The Ultimate Polar Individual by Trav S.D.

October 18 is the birth day of Herbert Dyce Murphy (1879-1971). I can’t for the life of me recall how this remarkable individual came on to my radar. While Murphy did go on the lecture…

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Beverley Knight, Cassidy Janson and Amber Riley team up for "Leading Ladies" supergroup

The talented trio of Beverley Knight, Cassidy Janson and Amber Riley have teamed up to create a brand new all-female supergroup "Leading Ladies" and will release an album this November...

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Young people at the theatre: Can we – should we – teach them show etiquette? by Susan Elkin

The problem is that there’s a very fine line between enthusiastic engagement and disruptive behaviour. And if one person’s enjoyment of a show spoils someone else’s by, for instance, m…

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Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Albion review – Mike Bartlett captures nation’s neurotic divisions by Michael Billington

Almeida theatre, LondonVictoria Hamilton is on breathtaking form as a grieving mother in the Doctor Foster writer’s richly layered play inspired by Chekhov’s The Cherry OrchardGardens of…

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Tina Turner musical’s empowering theme ‘will attract new theatregoers’ by Giverny Masso

The Broadway star chosen to play Tina Turner in a new musical has said she hopes the production will inspire new theatre

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The Cherry Orchard review at Sherman Theatre, Cardiff – ‘gently heartbreaking’ by Rosemary Waugh

Gary Owen’s new version of Anton Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard is a gloriously inventive reimagining that wrings the grief from the original,

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Opera Review: ‘Shining Brow’ by Urban Arias at Atlas Performing Arts Center by Erin Ridge

Urban Arias continues strong in their commitment to market opera’s accessibility to the D.C. community through productions of short, contemporary operas. And their season opener “Shining…

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Old Red Lion appoints Katy Danbury as theatre manager by Georgia Snow

Katy Danbury has been appointed theatre manager at the Old Red Lion pub theatre in north London. Danbury is currently producer of

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Rose Theatre Kingston dedicates new artist fellowship to Peter Hall by Georgia Snow

The Rose Theatre in Kingston has launched a fellowship for emerging theatremakers in honour of its founding artistic director, Peter Hall. Hall,

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Alysha Umphress, Ben Fankhauser, and More Join Jay Armstrong Johnson's Halloween Party at Feinstein's/54 Below by BroadwayWorld

Jay Armstrong Johnson's Not So Scary Halloween Party is back by popular demand after a sold out party in 2016.

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Review: Review: 31 Hours (Bunker Theatre)

Kieran Knowles' unsentimental new play focuses on male suicide

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Review Round-Ups: Were critics overpowered by Venus in Fur?

Natalie Dormer and David Oakes star in the West End premiere production of David Ives' dark comedy

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Photos: Natalie Dormer and David Oakes celebrate first night of Venus in Fur

The Game of Thrones and Victoria performers opened their two-hander in London

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Tom Well’s ‘The Kitchen Sink’ at the Ensemble Theatre, Sydney by Blouin Artinfo

Ensemble Theatre, Sydney presents “The Kitchen Sink,” a contemporary British play by Tom Wells, starring Hannah Waterman and Huw Higginson. The play is set in Withernsea, which both Wate…

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Annette Hanshaw: The Personality Girl by Trav S.D.

Singer Annette Hanshaw (1901-1985) was born in New York City on this day. Hanshaw was a niece of vaudeville performers Uke Henshaw and Nellie McCoy, sister of Bessie McCoy. Her father had be…

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THE CASTLE – The Space by Shanine Salmon

Howard Barker’s play The Castle opens with the men returning from the crusades to find their fields neglected and their women astray. The men aren’t happy with their loss of authority an…

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Grace Smart: Want to design a cool, beautiful set? Read the script, stupid by Grace Smart

I’m working on a play set in a single room. I’ve done quite a few plays that are set in a single

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Today on Broadway: Wednesday, October 18, 2017 by James Marino

Listen: Riedel Says Bruce Is On Fire, that his Glory Days are ahead of him, and that the Tony Awards are no Jungleland “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podc…

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Albion review at Almeida Theatre, London – ‘gloriously rich’ by Sam Marlowe

Set in a country garden, Mike Bartlett’s new play digs wide and deep – and the soil proves fertile. Albion is an

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Obituary: Bobby Knutt by Michael Quinn

Bobby Knutt was already a name on the northern club circuit and in summer season variety shows when he found wider –

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How the real Rock Follies came back from hitting rock bottom by Nick Smurthwaite

Annabel Leventon and two friends formed 1970s girl band Rock Bottom, but had their dreams of stardom crushed when an original idea

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Casting announced for new Anne Washburn play at Almeida by Georgia Snow

Casting has been announced for Anne Washburn’s The Twilight Zone at the Almeida Theatre. Oliver Alvin-Wilson, Franc Ashman, Adrianna Bertola and Lizzy

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Welcome to the Bridge: An early visitor’s view from foyer to gender-neutral toilets & comfy seats by Ian Foster

First things first, the foyer is extremely spacious and rather beautifully lit. So whilst there were hefty queues at the box office and the bar, there was still plenty of room to mill about,…

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Review: Bullish, Camden People’s Theatre by Frey Kwa Hawking

Bullish uses the story of Asterion, the Minotaur of Greek mythology, to examine the “sticky and joyous complexities of gender identity, and in particular the fluid negotiation of gender tr…

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Review: In Event of Moone Disaster at Theatre 503 by Francesca Peschier

There's more to life than life on earth: Francesca Peschier reviews Andrew Thompson’s new play about space travel and families. The post Review: In Event of Moone Disaster at Theatre 503 a…

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The Green Room: What would your ideal drama school be like? by Jon Dryden Taylor

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

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PHOTOS & VIDEO: Sneak-peek at brand-new @_bridgetheatre & premiere of #YoungMarx by Press Releases

Previews begin tonight (18 October) for the world premiere of new Richard Bean comedy Young Marx, the first flagship offering at the new Bridge Theatre, founded by former National Theatre su…

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My First Job: Mark Fleischmann – ‘Tears ran down my cheeks when I was told I got the part’ by Catherine Gerbrands

The first job that really meant something to me was playing a regular character in the second series of Being Human for

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Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 4am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Review: Albion (Almeida Theatre)

Mike Bartlett's new play stars Victoria Hamilton

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Glen Street Theatre to showcase a glorious feast of Cabaret by Arts Review

Showcasing some of the greatest cabaret artists from Australia and around the world, the inaugural Cabaret in the Glen at the Glen Street Theatre will transform into a glorious feast of en…

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VENUS IN FUR – West End ❤❤❤❤ by Emma Clarendon

Natalie Dormer shines in this gripping and intense play by David Ives that examines power and desire.

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Competition: Win tickets to see Men in Motion at the London Coliseum by The Stage

International ballet superstar Ivan Putrov’s thrilling celebration of the male dancer Men in Motion returns to the London Coliseum for two performances

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Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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On the Couch with Andrew Strano by Arts Review

Who is Andrew Strano? Ooh! That’s me! I’m him! I’m a writer, lyricist, improviser, director and a musical theatre performer. But, as is the case for lots of creative in Australia, I’…

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Sexual harassment in theatre won’t end until it’s everyone’s problem by Alice Saville

As the Weinstein revelations spark a bout of theatre-world soul-searching, Alice Saville writes on why men need to take responsibility for rooting out sexual harassment. The post Sexual hara…

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Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Watch How You Step by Joe Patti

A friend of mine sent me a link to a YouTube video that suggests that the way humans walked changed with the evolution of footwear. For Europe this shift started around the 1500. People appa…

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Fringe Encore Series 2017 Review: ‘Turbulence!’ at SoHo Playhouse by Deb Miller

Musical-comedy improv troupe Robot Teammate has landed in New York with an energetic hour of silly sci-fi fun in Turbulence!, now performing at SoHo Playhouse for the final week of this year…

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'Dancers didn’t speak to Merce Cunningham like this!': Ben Duke's backstage Rambert diary by Ben Duke

He has 22 dancers, five musicians and six weeks to create a work that answers Nina Simone’s call for artists to reflect the times. Choreographer Ben Duke on the battles and breakthroughs o…

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Outside In by Arts Review

Move over Wentworth, this is women’s prison you can almost touch! wit incorporated presents the Victorian premiere of Hilary Beaton’s Outside In at Footscray’s Bluestone Ch…

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Rachel O’Riordan: Replanting The Cherry Orchard shows the importance of using new voices to tell ‘sacred stories’ by Rachel O'Riordan

It might be argued that adaptation can be a pointless endeavour. Why not just write a brand new play? But there is

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Mark Shenton: For theatre’s sake, critics mustn’t be strangers to a train journey by Mark Shenton

Last Sunday, Lyn Gardner, my fellow associate editor at The Stage, said: “If you want to see theatre’s future, get on a

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Alan Lane: Volunteers can help theatre connect with our fractured nation by Alan Lane

The companies of both opening ceremonies at the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics are great examples of how the UK excels at people’s theatre.

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Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Eden Espinosa and More Slated for NAMT's THE 46TH MINUTE Concert Tonight by BroadwayWorld

National Alliance for Musical Theatre kicks off the 29th Annual Festival of New Musicals with its celebrated The 46th Minute concert tonight, October 18th, at 630 pm directed by Branden Huld…

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Drink That Good Luck Potion! Tickets on Sale Today for HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD on Broadway by BroadwayWorld

Tickets for the Broadway premiere of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child go on sale today, October 18, 2017 beginning at 1100 AM ET.

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Arye Gross-Led UNDERNEATH THE LINTEL Opens Tonight at the Geffen by BroadwayWorld

The Geffen Playhouse welcomes Arye Gross Minority Report, Castle, Geffen's Coney Island Christmas in Glen Berger's award-winning one-man play Underneath the Lintel An Impressive Presentation…

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MTA: Award-winning, affordable musical theatre training by Promoted Content

Twice recognised by this publication’s industry awards, the Musical Theatre Academy provides unique training that puts students first – and lets them

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Arts Educational Schools’ Gareth Farr: How to train for an ever-changing industry by Promoted Content

The constantly developing nature of acting requires tuition that follows suit, says Gareth Farr, director of the School of Acting at ArtsEd…

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Emil Dale Academy: Agency representation guaranteed by Promoted Content

With 36 contact hours and one-to-one singing lessons each week, small class sizes and expert teachers, Emil Dale offers intensive, triple-threat musical

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University or drama school? At St Mary’s, you can have both by Promoted Content

The drama school that’s part of the Twickenham-based university provides practical training combined with an academic element to forge theatremakers who are

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Pauline Quirke returns to Islington to launch full-time academy by Promoted Content

Since its creation 10 years ago, Pauline Quirke Academy has expanded to provide UK-wide training. Its new full-time school represents a homecoming

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Curvy Widow; Am I Dead?; Animal Wisdom by Maxamoo

New contributor Patty leads the discussion with Lindsay and Liz about three very different shows running right now in New York City. Curvy Widow by Bobby Goldman with music and lyrics by Dr…

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Special Reports: From Full House to Hamilton, Theatrical Parodies Are All the Rage

Meet the writers who are setting your favorite shows to music, and poking fun along the way.

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Riverdale's Mark Consuelos Spills on Southside Serpent Theories by Young Hollywood

Riverdale's Mark Consuelos Spills on Southside Serpent TheoriesHot off the heels of Hiram Lodge's long-anticipated entrance into the "Riverdale" game, actor Mark Consuelos stops by the YH St…

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Mark Consuelos Plays Riverdale Rapid Fire by Young Hollywood

Mark Consuelos Plays Riverdale Rapid FireWe're hanging out at the YH Studio with Riverdale's newest troublemaker, Mark Consuelos, where we challenge him to a few rounds of our famous "Riverd…

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Frankie Grande vs Jack Nicholson at Halloween Horror Nights by Young Hollywood

Frankie Grande vs Jack Nicholson at Halloween Horror NightsHeeeeere's Frankie! If you need a little help getting into the Halloween spirit, join YH and Frankie Grande as we take you to Unive…

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The NGV stages epic re-hang of its salon gallery by Arts Review

The National Gallery of Victoria has embarked on one of its most ambitious gallery re-hangs, canvassing every wall and corner of the 19th century gallery with more than 140 works of European…

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Top Girls – review by Michael Billington

Minerva, ChichesterIt would be nice to think that Caryl Churchill's 1982 play, written during the rise of Thatcherism, now looks dated. In fact, it seems terrifyingly topical in its portrait…

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VIDEO: On This Day, October 18- The Original Production of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Opens on Broadway! by Stage Tube

Today we celebrate the original production of Once on This Island, which opened on this day in 1990.

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Opera goes to the movies: composer Nico Muhly on taking on ‘Marnie’ and Hitchcock

Why has cinema suddenly become such a source of inspiration for makers of opera?

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Step Inside Broadway’s Shubert Theatre by Hannah Vine

Inside the Theatre, the photo feature series that documents Broadway’s historic playhouses, continues with the Shubert Theatre.

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Wicked’s Jackie Burns Shares Her 10 Favorite Theatregoing Experiences by Andrew Gans

Bernadette Peters, Ben Platt, Heather Headley, and Sutton Foster are some of Broadway’s current Elphaba’s favorites.

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How Well Do You Know Your Disney Lyrics? by Logan Culwell-Block

From Snow White to Frozen, are you a Disney lyric whiz or amateur? Take our quiz to find out!

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Meet American Ballet Theatre's Newest Soloist - How Calvin Royal III came to be in Alexei Ratmansky's new ballet

How Calvin Royal III came to be in Alexei Ratmansky's new ballet---Ballet competitions may be scorned in some quarters for their tiresome, circuslike exhibitions of technical tricks. But beh…

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