Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 1/7

At BroadwayWorld we pride ourselves in showcasing theater content from all corners of the globe. Our regional contributors do an amazing job each day of bringing you the latest theater news in their cities and countries and to acknowledge this, we are launching a new weekly column called 'Around BWW: Regional Highlights of the Week'.

It's Friday and that means another look back at the top regional stories of this past week! Click below to see the most-read interviews, features, and special coverage items for the week of January 7!

Featured Story of the Week

BWW Reviews: A.R.T. PIPPIN Talkback Coverage

by Marakay Rogers

Appleton, WI
BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Atlanta
2012 BWW Atlanta Winners Announced - Alliance, Atlanta Lyric Theatre Win Big!
by BWW

BWW Interviews: Russell Rinker of BLUE MAN GROUP at Atlanta's Fox Theatre, January 15 - 20
by Joseph Harrison

BWW TV: Interviews with Jonida Beqo of HARABEL
by BroadwayWorld TV

Georgia Ensemble Theatre Continues 20th Anniversary Celebration with Premiere of SWELL PARTY, Now thru 1/27
by Emily Stubbs

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Austin
BWW Reviews: Austin's Different Stages Dips Their QUILLS Into a Thrilling Historical Comedy
by Jeff Davis

BWW Reviews: Austin Playhouse Offers Clever Comedy with THE GAME'S AFOOT
by Jeff Davis

Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Baltimore
BWW Reviews: You've Never Seen Such a Sight In Your Life as The Vagabond Players' THE MOUSETRAP
by Giordana Segneri

Photo Flash: Everyman Theatre's IT'S A WRAP Party
by Charles Shubow

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Boston
Review Roundup: Broadway-Bound PIPPIN
by Review Roundups

BWW Review: A Musical Revue of Sondheim Rejects at New Repertory Theatre
by Nancy Grossman

BWW REVIEW: PIPPIN Comes of Age in A.R.T. Revival
by Jan Nargi

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Presents RICHARD II, 1/17
by Emily Stubbs

Review Roundup: Broadway-Bound PIPPIN
by Review Roundups

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of Huntington's INVISIBLE MAN
by Stage Tube

BWW Interviews: Terrence Mann and Charlotte d'Amboise on PIPPIN, Paulus' Vision, and Working Together
by Marakay Rogers

BWW Reviews: A.R.T. PIPPIN Talkback Coverage
by Marakay Rogers

BWW Review: 33 VARIATIONS Star Vehicle for Paula Plum
by Nancy Grossman

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Buffalo
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

Regional Theater of the Week: Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, NY
by BWW Features

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Central New York
CHRISTOPH VON DOHNÁNYI and RADU LUPU To Return To New York Philharmonic, 1/31-2/2
by Laura Meltzer

Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Charlotte
BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Chicago
Photo Flash: New Shots From Den Theatre's FAITH HEALER
by BWW

Chicago's Pride Films & Plays to Present Reading of Screenplay THE BACHELORS, 1/13
by Movies News Desk

Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for January 9th, 2013
by Paul W. Thompson

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Cincinnati
BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Cleveland
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Columbus
BWW Reviews: Steamy Shadowbox Live's 'Between the Sheets' will Melt your Winter Blues Away
by Lisa Norris

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Comedy
Adam Carolla SHOW Named iTunes 'Best Comedy Podcast' of 2012
by TV News Desk

Bill Maher to Perform at Las Vegas Palms Casino, Beg. 3/23
by TV News Desk

David Letterman's Top Ten 'Other Al Roker Revelations'
by TV News Desk

PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS 2013 Winners Announced - Lea Michele, THE HUNGER GAMES, Katy Perry and More!
by TV News Desk

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Connecticut
More Openings, More Shows
by Sherry Shameer Cohen

BWW Reviews: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Brings Legends to Life -- Almost
by Lauren Yarger

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Costa Mesa
BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Dallas
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Dayton
STAGE TUBE: First Look at SHREK THE MUSICAL, Coming to Victoria Theatre, 1/15
by Stage Tube

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Denver
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Fort Lauderdale
BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Ft. Myers/Naples
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW Reviews: Florida Rep Surveys Southern Sibling Squabbles in THE LITTLE FOXES
by Chris Silk

BWW Reviews: Forbidden Broadway Back to Skew Behemoths of the Great White Way
by Chris Silk

BWW Reviews: TheatreZone Checks Into Sparkling GRAND HOTEL
by Chris Silk

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Germany
Bryn Terfel ist Scarpia an der Deutschen Oper Berlin
by Marcel Konrath

Probenstart NATÜRLICH BLOND in Wien
by Marcel Konrath

GREY GARDENS erstmals in deutscher Sprache
by Marcel Konrath

Die größten Hits der Musical-Geschichte als rockiges Konzert-Erlebnis
by Marcel Konrath

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Houston
BWW Interviews: Black Lab Theatre's Cast of THE SUBMISSION Talks Race, Sexuality, Civil Rights, and Language
by David Clarke

BWW Reviews: Eklektix Theatre's MACBETH Shows Strong Potential But Falls a Bit Short
by David Clarke

BWW Interviews: Philip Hays Talks His Career, Directing, and Classical Theatre Company's UBU ROI
by David Clarke

BWW Reviews: Stage Door Inc.'s RENT is High-Energy Fun
by David Clarke

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Italy
UNA VITA DA STREGA... ma dov'è la magia?
by Nino Prattico

BWW Interviews: 'Fantasmi a Roma' - Giovanni Apprendi e il Palermo Art Ensemble
by Nino Prattico

BWW Interviews: 'Fantasmi a Roma' - Fabrizio Angelini (Regia e Coreografie)
by Nino Prattico

CIAO AMORE CIAO: Tenco e Dalidà tra musica e amore... dal 5 Marzo al Teatro Greco di Roma
by Nino Prattico

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Las Vegas
Bill Maher to Perform at Las Vegas Palms Casino, Beg. 3/23
by TV News Desk

Donny and Marie Extend Run at Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas
by David Green

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Little Rock
Winthrop Rockefeller Institute to Host Second Annual Film Forum, 3/21 -24
by Movies News Desk

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Long Island
BWW Reviews: BroadHollow's SHIRLEY VALENTINE at the BayWay
by Melissa Giordano

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Los Angeles
The New York Tenors Bring Broadway and More to the McCallum Theatre, 1/17 and 1/18
by David Green

The McCallum Theatre Plays Host To America's Vocal Jazz Icons, The Manhattan Transfer, 1/19
by David Green

BWW Reviews: Hartley Continues to Enthrall in MORINI STRAD Extension at the Colony
by Don Grigware

New Generation Master Illusionist Christian Ford Presents Entertaining Evening of Magic at Encore Dinner Theatre
by Don Grigware

Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

First Sunday of LA's Next Great Stage Star 2013 Bows at Sterling's Upstairs at the Federal
by Don Grigware

STAGE TUBE: Director Thomas Bigley Talks KING LEAR
by Stage Tube

Erica Hanrahan-Ball, Emily King Brown and More to Star in AND THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND, 2/2
by Michael Sterling and Jerry Evans

Helmuth Rilling Conducts LA Chamber Orchestra in Mozart Program
by Kelsey Denette

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

Photo Flash: The Contestants of LA's Next Great Stage Star 2013
by Don Grigware

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Miami
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Milwaukee, WI
Getting to Know Marquette University Theater in 2013
by Caroline Campana

BWW Reviews: MEMPHIS - Thought Provoking, Hope Installing Entertainment
by Keith Gray

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Minneapolis
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Nashville
McGowan, Tilghman Claim Top BWW Nashville Theatre Awards at Sunday Night Event
by Jeffrey Ellis

Out Front on Main, Cumberland County Playhouse Top Winners' List in BWW Tennessee Theatre Awards
by Jeffrey Ellis

NUTTY PROFESSOR, Blackbird Theatre, Feehely Claim Top Honors at Midwinter's First Night
by Jeffrey Ellis

Photo Coverage: Midwinter's First Night 1/6/13
by Jeffrey Ellis

Clarksville's Roxy Theatre Opens 11th Year of THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES Tonight
by Jeffrey Ellis

Butler, Ravelette Reunite for ACT 1's Production of BROADWAY BOUND, Now thru 1/26
by Jeffrey Ellis

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Netherlands
WICKED to Close Today in the Netherlands
by Dutch Reporter

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New Jersey
NJTV to Broadcast Gov. Christie's State of the State Address, 1/8
by TV News Desk

NJTV Broadcasts Gov. Christie's State of the State Address Today
by TV News Desk

Tickets on Sale for 50 SHADES! THE MUSICAL; Plays NYC and NJ, 1/11-1/13
by Contests

S'WONDERFUL, ANYTHING GOES, and More Featured in Ocean Professional Theatre Company's 2013 Season
by Emily Stubbs

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New Orleans
What to Look Forward to in 2013
by Heidi Scheuermann

BWW Interviews: JERSEY BOYS' Jason Kappus
by Heidi Scheuermann

BWW TV: First Look at Highlights of Southern Rep's VENUS IN FUR
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW Reviews: Broadway at NOCCA: An Evening with Seth Rudetsky and Patti LuPone
by Heidi Scheuermann

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Orlando
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

STAGE TUBE: Backstage with Riverside's FUNNY GIRL
by Stage Tube

STAGE TUBE: Meet Courtney Balan and the Cast of Riverside's FUNNY GIRL
by Stage Tube

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Ottawa
International Opera Company of the Month: Opera Lyra Ottawa
by BWW Features

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Philadelphia
BWW Reviews: LES MISERABLES the Musical Still Soars!
by Pati Buehler

Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Philippines
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast that Complete KATY!
by Oliver Oliveros

STAGE TUBE: POTTED POTTER Returns to the Philippines, 1/30-2/3
by Oliver Oliveros

BWW Interviews: Joanna Ampil Talks Grizabella, CATS 2013 UK/Europe Tour
by Oliver Oliveros

Avail of Limited Free Tickets to Advance Screening of LES MISERABLES, 1/15
by Oliver Oliveros

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Phoenix
BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Pittsburgh
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Portland
BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Raleigh
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW Reviews: On the Way to Broadway, JEKYLL & HYDE Comes to Durham
by Larisa Mount

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Rhode Island
BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Rockland / Westchester
Photo Coverage: Inside the BROADWAY SPECTACULAR with Neil Berg and Rob Evan
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

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Sacramento
BWW Reviews: DREAMGIRLS is a Dream Broadway Production
by Harmony Wheeler

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Salt Lake City
BWW Reviews: Kristin Chenoweth Dazzled at Eccles Center
by Tyler Hinton

BWW Interviews: Playing Conjoined Twins in Utah Premiere of SIDE SHOW Challenging Yet Rewarding for Lead Actresses
by Blair Howell

Tony-Winning Production of HAIR at Kingsbury Hall for Limited Engagement
by Tyler Hinton

BWW Reviews: THE 39 STEPS at Hale Centre Theatre West Valley is a Romp with Edge
by Tyler Hinton

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San Diego
STAGE TUBE: Meet the Cast and Creative Team Behind The Old Globe's THE BROTHERS SIZE!
by Stage Tube

STAGE TUBE: Promo Video of ATC/San Jose Rep's NEXT TO NORMAL - Opening 1/10 in San Jose!
by Stage Tube

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San Francisco
BWW Reviews: DREAMGIRLS is a Dream Broadway Production
by Harmony Wheeler

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Seattle
BWW Reviews: Stark Consequences in Seattle Shakes' Engaging A DOLL'S HOUSE
by Jay Irwin

BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW Reviews: THE BOOK OF MORMON Brings Crass Hilarity to the Paramount
by Jay Irwin

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South Africa
13 in 2013: A look ahead at South African theatre attractions
by David Fick

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Spain
Juguetes por teatro: ven a ver Minuto el bufón y trae un juguete
by Javier A. Gabrielssön

Mary Poppins da paso a Aladdin en Broadway
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez

Don Pepito prolonga su estancia en el Coliseum
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez

Rodetacón lleva 'El Maravilloso Mago de Oz' a Leganés
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez

El Rey León celebra su función nº 500 en plena forma
by Javier A. Gabrielssön

La banda sonora de 'Los Miserables', número uno en la lista de ventas de E.E.U.U.
by Roberto Rodriguez

'Sofocos' llena de feminidad el Teatro Nuevo Apolo de Madrid
by Nuria Frutos

Visita guiada por el "Broadway madrileño"
by Roberto Rodriguez

'Los Miserables' acapara 8 nominaciones a los Oscar
by Roberto Rodriguez

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St. Louis
BWW Reviews: The Rep's Must-See Production of GOOD PEOPLE
by Chris Gibson

Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Tampa
Photo Flash: First Look at Wade McCollum, Scott Willis and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT National Tour!
by BWW

BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV Exclusive: On the Road with PRISCILLA- Series Sneak Peek!
by BroadwayWorld TV

BWW TV: Promo Video of US Tour of War Horse
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Tempe
BWW TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of War Horse US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV

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Toronto
BWW Special: Crow's Theatre to Make a Nest in Toronto's East End
by Kelly Cameron

International Opera Company of the Month: Opera Lyra Ottawa
by BWW Features

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Video: Tituss Burgess and Voctave Perform 'On A Clear Day You Can See Forever'

The popular singing group Voctave has launched its 'Voctave & Friends' Series where they collaborate with a lineup of talented singers. First up is Tony and Emmy nominee Tituss Burgess taking on the title song from the musical, 'On A Clear Day You Can See Forever'. Watch the video.

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Review Roundup: THE WIZ Returns To Broadway!

Did critics think The Wiz was wonderful? Read the reviews as the newest Broadway revival of the classic musical opens on Broadway!

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Photos: Inside HADESTOWN's 5 Year Anniversary Celebration

Check out photos from Hadestown's 5 year anniversary celebration! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!

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Coast Guard Change-Of-Command To Take Place at HAMILTON

Capt. Zeita Merchant will relinquish command of Coast Guard Sector New York to Capt. Jonathan Andrechik Monday, during a change-of-command ceremony at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in Manhattan, home of Hamilton.