Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 11pm (Broadway Time)
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Coming Up This Week in Theatre - 5/25/2019

BroadwayWorld.com's Upcoming Events calendar for the week - updated on 5252019.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 11:36PM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 10pm (Broadway Time)
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Woodland Hills, Elizabeth Forward top 2019 Gene Kelly Awards by Sharon Eberson / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Acting honors go to Tyler Hepler of Pine-Richland and Morgan Traud of Baldwin, who will represent Pittsburgh CLO’s Kellys at nationals.

SOURCE: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette at 10:30PM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 9pm (Broadway Time)
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Theater Review: HAPPY DAYS (Mark Taper Forum) by Samuel Garza Bernstein

HAPPY DAYS IS HERE AGAIN I had never read nor seen Samuel Beckett’s absurdist classic Happy Days, now at the Mark Taper, but was excited at the prospect of seeing the great Dianne Weist in…

SOURCE: Stage and Cinema at 09:41PM

Review: ‘Queens Girl in Africa’ at Everyman Theatre by Max Garner

As the middle section of Caleen Sinette Jennings’ “Queens Girl Trilogy,” Queens Girl in Africa is presented in rotating rep with the first piece, Queens Girl in the World (read our …

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 09:26PM

WATCH NOW! Zooming in on the Tony Nominees: David Korins by BroadwayWorld TV

We're counting down to the 2019 Tony Awards by studying up on all of the nominees. Today we learn more about scenic designer David Korins

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:24PM

17 Show Tunes To Belt When You’re Having A Bad Day by Kailey Hansen

Whether you’re victim to the Von Trapp children’s practical jokes, plotting to flee an orphanage run by the inhumane Miss Hannigan, or simply planning to abandon all negative vibes by br…

SOURCE: theatrenerds.com at 09:12PM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 8pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘Crazy for You’ at Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre by Charles Green

Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre’s production of Crazy for You is a fabulous celebration of song, music, and dancing. The 1992 musical, with a Book by Ken Ludwig and Music and Lyrics by Geo…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 08:50PM

Voices from the Fringe: Erik Blair, Writer/Director of ‘Internal’ by Kurt Gardner

Making its world premiere at this year’s Hollywood Fringe is Internal, a new piece from They Played Productions, creators of last year’s God: the Apologies Tour and 2016’s horror music…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 08:48PM

Legally Blonde at the Walnut by Cogency

Legally Blonde the Musical, music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin; based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the M-G-M motion picture; through July 21, 2019 at the Walnut Str…

SOURCE: theculturalcritic.com at 08:29PM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 5pm (Broadway Time)
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REVIEW: Night Of The Living Dead Live, Pleasance Theatre London ✭✭✭ by Mark Ludmon

By Mark Ludmon Mark Ludmon reviews the stage adaptation of George A Romero's Night Of The Living Dead now playing at the Pleasance Theatre, London. This post REVIEW: Night Of The Living Dead…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:44PM

BWW TV: Go Inside Rehearsals for Paper Mill Playhouse's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST! by Tv - Press Previews

Paper Mill Playhousewill soon presentthe Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Disney's Beauty and the Beast May 29-July 3, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, and…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42PM

Live-Action ALADDIN Film Makes Estimated $100 Million During Memorial Day Weekend Debut by BroadwayWorld

Disney's live-action Aladdin film is off to a solid start, making an estimated 109 million over its four-day Memorial Day weekend debut, according to Variety.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42PM

Photo Flash: Patti LuPone, Rachel Bloom, and More Visit OKLAHOMA! by BroadwayWorld

Rodgers amp Hammerstein's Oklahoma has been visited by many stars this week. Seen in the audience and backstage were Rachel Bloom, Constance Wu, Patti LuPone, Beck Bennett, Samantha Bee, Jos…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:42PM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 4pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘Klytmnestra: An Epic Slam Poem’ at Theater Alliance by John Stoltenberg

Dane Figueroa Edidi is one of DC’s most original and multitalented theater artists. A dancer, actor, poet, playwright, and choreographer, she is also a teacher, novelist, political comment…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 04:05PM

I Interview Playwrights Part 1039: Shairi Engle by Adam Szymkowicz

Shairi Engle Hometown: Born in Cortland, NY.However, now that any temperature below 68℉ requires my winter gear, I can safely call San Diego my hometown. Current Town: San Diego, CAQ:  Co…

SOURCE: ADAM SZYMKOWICZ at 04:02PM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 3pm (Broadway Time)
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Review: ‘10x10x10’ A Ten-Minute Play Festival at Fells Point Corner Theatre by William Powell

Fells Point Corner Theatre’s 10x10x10, a collection of 10-minute plays by Baltimore-DC area playwrights in its seventh year, always succeeds in creating energy born of audience anticipatio…

SOURCE: DC Metro Theater Arts at 03:17PM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 2pm (Broadway Time)
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The Median and The Mean: A Review of Life On Paper at Jackalope Theatre by Kevin Greene

“Ideation” meets “It’s a Wonderful Life” in this world premiere from Kenneth Lin.

SOURCE: www.newcitystage.com at 02:21PM

Here’s how you do August: Osage County. Soulpepper team keeps it burning like a sparkler by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

If you didn’t enjoy the film adaptation, it’s likely because it sapped any hint of Tracy Letts’ humour. In the Soulpepper version, the laughs keep you chugging along and then the drama…

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 02:06PM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 1pm (Broadway Time)
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Shaw Festival’s Getting Married offers a fun respite from the question: To marry or not to marry by Carly Maga - Theatre Critic

The first act of Bernard Shaw’s play bounces along with the charm of the cast, although the second act loses steam, writes Carly Maga.

SOURCE: Toronto Star at 01:13PM

BWW TV: Watch Laura Osnes, John Lloyd Young & More Preview Summer Shows at Feinstein's/54 Below! by BroadwayWorld TV

Earlier this week, Feinstein's54 Below welcomed five-time Grammy-nominated ambassador of the Great American Songbook Michael Feinstein August 6-23 Tony award nominee Liz Callaway June 12-15 …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 01:06PM

‘Getting to sing material that I don’t normally sing is really exciting’: Liam Tamne is one of the Main Men of Musicals by Emma Clarendon

The West End star Liam Tamne chatted to Emma Clarendon about taking part in Main Men of Musicals at Cadogan Hall on 31 May 2019.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 01:00PM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at noon (Broadway Time)
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Arts Fuse Podcast #16: Encrypted Telegraphs With Lt. Deanna by Lucas Spiro

How seriously do we take country rap? Is it even a genre? The post Arts Fuse Podcast #16: Encrypted Telegraphs With Lt. Deanna appeared first on The Arts Fuse.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:42PM

Review Roundup: Musical Film YELLOW ROSE, Starring Eva Noblezada and Lea Salonga by BroadwayWorld

Diane Paragas' new musical film YELLOW ROSE premiered at opening night of Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival LAAPFF on May 2. The film took home the Grand Jury Prize, according to Varie…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

THE FLAMINGO KID's Ben Fankhauser Takes Over Instagram Tomorrow! by Linnae Medeiros

It's time to head to the El Flamingo because Ben Fankhauser is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story tomorrow, May 26th, at Hartford Stage's production of The Flamingo Kid Be sure to t…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

Taylor Louderman Will Depart MEAN GIRLS in September by BroadwayWorld

Taylor Louderman has announced on Instagram that she will depart Mean Girls on September 8, 2019.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

VIDEO: 30 Days Of Tony! Day 16- Warren Carlyle Brings Harlem Nightlife To Tony-Winning Life With AFTER MIDNIGHT by Alexa Criscitiello

In 2014, Kiss Me Kate choreographer, Warren Carlyle, brought the Harlem nightlife to life with his Tony Award-winning choreography for the musical revue, After Midnight

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:06PM

BWW Review: Diana Damrau Plays the Palace with de Maistre's Elegant Harp in Barcelona by Richard Sasanow

For me, concert-going in Barcelona is not simply hearing a singer like Diana Damrau bring beauty and insights to the music of great composers, but where you get to hear her perform this magi…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:04PM

‘Might be the most energetic performance I’ve ever seen’: THE WORST LITTLE WAREHOUSE IN LONDON – Touring ★★★★ by Debbie Gilpin

The Worst Little Warehouse might be the most energetic performance I’ve ever seen. I genuinely don’t know how Lala Barlow and Robbie Smith do it, pirouetting around the stage while singi…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 12:00PM

25 Days of Tonys: What Was the First Line All My Sons’ Annette Bening Ever Said On a Stage? by Ruthie Fierberg

The two-time Tony nominee shares her first theatrical experience and what make this most recent one so special.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:00PM

Kate Mulgrew by NPR

Kate Mulgrew, actor, joins us along with panelists Alonzo Bodden, Faith Salie, and Tom Papa.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:00PM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 11am (Broadway Time)
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2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards by Barry Gordin

Broadway’s Brightest Stars Shine at 69th Annual Outer Critics Circle Awards. May 24, 2019: Yesterday, the Outer Critics Circle presented their awards for the 2018-2019 season at a lunch…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 11:32AM

Seven Lucky Years @NewYorkTheater: 50 Best Plays, 10 Best Dance Numbers, Hamilton, Then She Fell by New York Theater

Below are the seven most popular posts in the seven years since I began NewYorkTheater.me in May 2012. Below that  are the seven most popular reviews, and below that 10 of the profile portr…

SOURCE: New York Theater at 11:03AM

‘Rollicking political comedy’: THE LAST TEMPTATION OF BORIS JOHNSON – Park Theatre ★★★ by Shanine Salmon

The Last Temptation of Boris Johnson, currently playing at the Park Theatre, is a rollicking political comedy which leaves the audience in stitches.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 11:00AM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 10am (Broadway Time)
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All Rise for Celia Keenan-Bolger: The To Kill a Mockingbird Star Talks Tonys, Motherhood & Why Theater Fans Rule by Lindsey Sullivan

Celia Keenan-Bolger is a New York stage stalwart, a mother, an advocate for social justice and just as much of a theater geek as you are. She is also a 2019 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awar…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:36AM

Video Game Commentary: PAX East 2019 — Day One by Michael Costa

My first day at this year's PAX East was generally disappointing, though there was some enjoyment to be had. The post Video Game Commentary: PAX East 2019 — Day One appeared first on The …

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:36AM

Caroline Sheen to return to 9 to 5 the musical at the Savoy Theatre by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Caroline Sheen is to return to the role of Violet Newstead in Dolly Parton's 9 to 5 the musical at the Savoy Theatre from 4 July 2019. This post Caroline Sheen to return to 9…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 10:11AM

‘This message really packs a punch’: MATTHEW BOURNE’s ROMEO & JULIET – Touring by Not Exactly Billington

Matthew Bourne’s Romeo and Juliet is a wakeup call to the conscious and unconscious abuse of children and adolescents – psychological, sexual, physical – that plagues our society.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 10:00AM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Save 35% on Aaron Posner's Off-Broadway UNCLE VANYA Sort of Adaptation, LIFE SUCKS by Contests - Broadway

Save 35 on tickets to Aaron Posner's LIFE SUCKS. After taking aim at The Seagull with his 'explosive' Stupid Fcking Bird, Aaron Posner is back with an irreverent contemporary remix of Uncle …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM

WATCH NOW! Zooming in on the Tony Nominees: Laura Donnelly by BroadwayWorld TV

Laura Donnelly has already won an Olivier Award for her performance as Caitlin Carney in The Ferryman. Could she take home a Tony Award too

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:54AM

The Life I Lead announces transfer to Wyndham’s Theatre London starring Miles Jupp. by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Miles Jupp is to star in the West End Transfer of The Life I Lead about British Actor David Tomlinson to Wyndham's Theatre in September 2019. This post The Life I Lead announ…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 09:46AM

Look Back at Waiting For Godot/No Man’s Land in Celebration of Ian McKellen by Marc J. Franklin

The international stage and screen star celebrates his 80th birthday May 25.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:00AM

‘Captures the whimsy & delight of the film wonderfully’: AMELIE THE MUSICAL – Touring ★★★★ by Olivia Mitchell

The cult French film Amélie has been on a long journey to get to the UK and it’s finally set down here for a shortbread-box-sweet tour which captures the whimsy and delight of the film wo…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 09:00AM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Gertrude Selby: Flirty Gertie, Who Got Her Hands Dirty by Trav S.D.

Prior to her brief but impressive screen career Gertrude Selby (1890-1975) had been in musical comedy, stock theatre and vaudeville, dancing with Gertrude Hoffman, appearing in Gus Edwards�…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:33AM

‘Easy to forget the real people behind the headlines’: DOES MY BOMB LOOK BIG IN THIS? – Soho Theatre by Laura Kressly

Does My Bomb Look Big In This? points out that in a world where sensationalist headlines are brandished as political weapons, it is easy to forget that behind them, there are real people who…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 08:00AM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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Harvey Granat Songs and Stories: On Kander and Ebb by Sandi Durell

  by Alix Cohen   Willkommen! And bienvenue! Welcome!/Fremder, étranger, stranger…Today’s entertaining session with Harvey Granat begins not with traditional introductions, but rather…

SOURCE: Theater Pizzazz at 07:50AM

Call Answered: Eliana Alexander: "Perpetual Grace LTD", "Tilt" an adventure/sci-fi novel series by Adam Rothenberg

Eliana Alexander is an award-winning actor (ALMA & NYIIFVF), novelist, screenwriter and choreographer. She has been immersed in the entertainment world, in front of and behind the camera…

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 07:24AM

‘For sheer technical theatrical genius, it’s in a class of its own’: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY – West End ★★★★ by Jonathan Baz

Notwithstanding its flawed message, in these times of unparalleled political polarisation The Lehman Trilogy will be lapped up by eager audiences. And for sheer technical theatrical genius, …

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 07:00AM

15 Covers of Classic Gypsy Songs You Need to Know by Felicia Fitzpatrick

Every theatre fan has their favorite Gypsy cast album, but do you know these covers of Gypsy songs?

SOURCE: Playbill at 07:00AM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Review: Beats on Pointe, Peacock Theatre by Aidan Bracebridge

Review: Beats on Pointe, Peacock Theatre5.0Overall ScoreAs Beats on Pointe whirls into London, scattering its magical blend of ballet and street dance, I arrive at the Peacock Theatre excite…

SOURCE: A Younger Theatre at 06:24AM

‘The thriller aspects are definitely effective, if not the sense of history’: ANNA – National Theatre by Aleks Sierz

Intriguing Cold War thriller Anna is thoroughly immersive, but lacks a convincing sense of historical reality.

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 06:00AM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Frozen star Caissie Levy to perform concert at Cadogan Hall, London by Douglas Mayo

By Douglas Mayo Broadway's Frozen Disney Princess, Elsa, Caissie Levy will bring her solo concert to London's Cadogan Hall on 15 September 2019. This post Frozen star Caissie Levy to perform…

SOURCE: britishtheatre.com at 05:36AM

‘Best Arthur Miller production I’ve ever seen’: DEATH OF A SALESMAN – Young Vic by Rachel Williams

Directed by Marianne (actual genius) Elliott and Miranda Cromwell and featuring an African American Loman family, this Death of a Salesman is the clearest, most moving and profound vision of…

SOURCE: mytheatremates.com at 05:00AM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Theater: LA Gets a Blast of New York from Broadway’s Stephen Schwartz with Perfomances by Megan Hilty, Idina Menzel, Others by Leah Sydney

Stephen Schwartz, composer of “” Wicked,” Godspell,” “Pippin,” “Enchanted,” “The Prince of Egypt,” “Pocohantas,” “and so much more well deserves all the

SOURCE: ShowBiz 411 at 03:48AM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Bundjalung language and story lights up Lismore Quad to celebrate Reconciliation Week by Arts Review

A spectacular, multi-sensory experience of Bundjalung language, history and story will occupy all of Lismore’s cultural precinct this weekend. Dungarimba Wandarahn (Lismore place of learni…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:38AM

Datsun Tran: Life consumes life by Arts Review

Reflecting upon his own experiences of racism and alienation to critically explore issues of immigration, entitlement and ownership within Australia, MARS Gallery presents Datsun Tran’s Li…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 02:09AM
Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 1am (Broadway Time)
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Choir of Hard Knocks: Seasons of Love by Arts Review

After 13 years at the helm of Australia’s most famous and loved, award winning choir – the Choir of Hard Knocks, Dr Jonathon Welch AM will give his Melbourne farewell concert, Seasons of…

SOURCE: artsreview.com.au at 01:41AM

Making Assumptions About Characters by Kerry Hishon

An assumption is when someone accepts something as true about a person, place, thing, or idea without proof. People do this all the time, often without thinking. We assume all sorts of thing…

SOURCE: Theatrefolk at 01:00AM

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