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BBC's ATLANTIS to Premiere After DOCTOR WHO's 50th Anniversary Special, 11/23
by Tyler Peterson - October 24, 2013

BBC AMERICA's Supernatural Saturday brings the iconic lost city to life in new 13-part fantasy-adventure series, Atlantis. When Jason (Jack Donnelly, Dancing on the Edge) sets out to find his father, he could never imagine his journey would lead to a strange, yet impossibly familiar land full of dan...
Kennedy Center to Present World Premiere of ORPHIE AND THE BOOK OF HEROES, 2/8-23
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2014

The Kennedy Center presents the world premiere production of Orphie and the Book of Heroes in the Family Theater, February 8 - 23, 2014....
Theater of War to Address Racial Injustice, Gun Violence, Mental Health and More with Over 65 Events Worldwide
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2017

In an unprecedented effort to bring arts-based public health projects to communities around the U.S. and globally, Theater of War Productions is partnering with government, community, and educational organizations to stage over 65 events in 2017, in more than 20 cities worldwide....
Apollo's Fire Brings Monteverdi's L'Orfeo To Ann Arbor, Berkeley And Sonoma In April Photo Apollo's Fire Brings Monteverdi's L'Orfeo To Ann Arbor, Berkeley And Sonoma In April 2018
by A.A. Cristi - April 02, 2018

After a critically acclaimed East Coast Tour last month which included a Carnegie Hall debut on March 22, Apollo's Fire launches a new production of Monteverdi's L'Orfeo (Orpheus in the Underworld) starting on April 13 in Cleveland. Conducted by founding artistic director Jeannette Sorrell and direc...
Melody Grove & More to Star in THE ILIAD at Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by Tyler Peterson - April 01, 2016

The Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh is delighted to announce full casting for its epic production of the classical Greek poem, The Iliad, directed by its Artistic Director, Mark Thomson. Olivier Award nominee Melody Grove, currently nominated for 'Best Actress in a Supporting Role' for her criticall...
Marlowe Theatre to Present UNMYTHABLE Oct 28, DOTTY THE DRAGON, Oct 31
by Molly Tracy - October 18, 2013

The Marlowe theatre presents two children's plays, Unmythable on October 28th, and two showings Dotty the Dragon on the 31st....
Theater of War to Address Racial Injustice, Gun Violence, Mental Health and More with Over 65 Events Worldwide
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2017

In an unprecedented effort to bring arts-based public health projects to communities around the U.S. and globally, Theater of War Productions is partnering with government, community, and educational organizations to stage over 65 events in 2017, in more than 20 cities worldwide....
Kennedy Center Hosts 11th Annual Page-to-Stage New Play Festival, 9/1-3
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2012

The Kennedy Center hosts its 11th annual Page-to-Stage new play festival from Saturday, September 1, 2012 to Monday, September 3, 2012, featuring more than 40 theaters from the D.C. metropolitan area, all with a mission to produce and support new work. The three-day, Center-wide event offers a serie...
BWW Review: THE TROJAN WAR at Prague Shakespeare Company Photo BWW Review: THE TROJAN WAR at Prague Shakespeare Company
by Robert Sennett - May 01, 2018

The Trojan War: Troilus and Cressida by William Shakespeare, Modern English verse translation by Lillian Groag; The Trojan Women by Euripides, new English translation by Guy Roberts and Rebecca Greene Udden. Directed by Guy Roberts and Rebecca Green Udden....
Cleveland Play House Announces 2018 2019 Season Photo Cleveland Play House Announces 2018 2019 Season
by Stephi Wild - March 10, 2018

Cleveland Play House (CPH) Artistic Director Laura Kepley announced the 2018-2019 Season today to a standing-room-only gathering in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square. "This season will inspire and invigorate our loyal patron base and introduce new audiences to what CPH does best -- tell stories ...
Experience the Romantic Side of Timeless Norse Legends in the Metaphysical Erotica Book 'Norse Mythrotica: the Circle of Power'
by Robert Diamond - December 07, 2013

In the minds of many women, the current fervor surrounding Norse mythology holds a strong aspect of romantic fascination. Many a lady fantasizes about strong, handsome heroes like Thorand some even favor devilishly charming villains such as Loki. On another level, a good number of strong, empowered ...
BBC America to Co-Produce BBC One's New Series ATLANTIS
by Tyler Peterson - July 22, 2013

BBC AMERICA announced today the channel will co-produce new thrilling fantasy drama Atlantis to premiere as part of Supernatural Saturday in Fall 2013. Atlantis, created by Howard Overman (Misfits), Julian Murphy (Merlin) and Johnny Capps (Merlin), is set in a time of legendry heroes and mythical cr...
Marlowe Theatre Presents DOTTY THE DRAGON Today
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2013

The Marlowe theatre presents two children's plays, Unmythable on October 28th, and two showings Dotty the Dragon today, the 31st....
The REP Sets 2015-16 Season: Ashley Brown, FANCY NANCY & More
by Tyler Peterson - May 18, 2015

Orlando Repertory Theatre (The REP), in partnership with UCF, is proud to announce its 2015 - 2016 Season! The REP is Orlando's premiere professional theatre for families and young audiences, and has staged recent box-office hits such as Shrek The Musical and A Christmas Story The Musical and comple...
Wilbury Group to Present AN ILIAD, 1/23-2/8
by Tyler Peterson - December 19, 2013

The Wilbury Theatre Group presents the Rhode Island premiere of Lisa Peterson and Denis O'Hare's highly acclaimed Obie award-winning adaptation of Homer's epic poem, An Iliad. Directed by Clara Weishahn (Sharon in DETROIT at the Wilbury Group) and featuring Rhode Island native Matthew Fraza as 'The ...
Boston Ballet to Stage OBSIDIAN TEAR in London, May 28
by Matt Smith - May 02, 2016

Choreographer Wayne McGregor. Obsidian Tear, inspired by renowned Finnish composer Esa-Pekka Salonen's orchestral work Nyx, features an all-male cast. Salonen, who was recently named Composer in Residence with the New York Philharmonic, will make his Royal Ballet debut conducting the world premiere....
Aquila Theatre Opens New York Premiere of HERAKLES at BAM Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2013

Aquila Theatre has announced the New York Premiere of its production of Euripides' HERAKLES, translated and adapted by Peter Meineck and directed by Desiree Sanchez....
Public Theater Launches UNDER THE RADAR Festival, 1/9
by Nicole Rosky - January 02, 2013

The Public Theater (Artistic Director, Oskar Eustis; Executive Director, Patrick Willingham; UTR Festival Director, Mark Russell) will begin performances for the 2013 UNDER THE RADAR FESTIVAL on Wednesday, January 9. Now in its ninth year, this acclaimed downtown festival committed to tracking new t...
First Page Released in Prologue to 'Mythologia'
by Christina Mancuso - April 10, 2015

Centrifugal Stories released the first page of the Prologue to the upcoming graphic novel series 'Mythologia.' The entire 11-page-long prologue will be published on Tuesday, the 14th of April. It will be available for free via a PDF download. Until then the first four pages of the prologue will be r...
Theater of War to Address Racial Injustice, Gun Violence, Mental Health and More with Over 65 Events Worldwide
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2017

In an unprecedented effort to bring arts-based public health projects to communities around the U.S. and globally, Theater of War Productions is partnering with government, community, and educational organizations to stage over 65 events in 2017, in more than 20 cities worldwide....
Broadway at the Cabaret - Top 5 Picks for February 9-16, Featuring Kyle Dean Massey, Matt Doyle, and More!
by Louisa Brady - February 07, 2016

Broadway's 40 theatres aren't the only places to catch performances from your favorite stars! Well after Broadway orchestras begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their eleven o'clock numbers, the party continues at various cabaret venues throughout...
Olympia Dukakis and More Set for HIPPOLYTOS, Red Bull Theater's Next 'Revelation Reading', 2/16
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2015

The next Revelation Reading, Euripides' HIPPOLYTOS, directed by Ted Pappas with Olympia Dukakis, Laila Robins, Robert Cuccioli, Clifton Duncan, Gina Daniels, Phillipe Bowgen, Catherine Gowl, Lara Hillier, January LaVoy, Deanne Lorette, Bhavesh Patel, Jean Tafler, and Edward James Hyland, will take p...
Adirondack Shakespeare Company to Present HERCULES, 7/11-28
by Kelsey Denette - June 26, 2012

Adirondack Shakespeare Company's original children's programming continues this year with The Twelve Labors of Hercules, an adventure story written by Jessica Hackett....
Theater of War to Address Racial Injustice, Gun Violence, Mental Health and More with Over 65 Events Worldwide
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2017

In an unprecedented effort to bring arts-based public health projects to communities around the U.S. and globally, Theater of War Productions is partnering with government, community, and educational organizations to stage over 65 events in 2017, in more than 20 cities worldwide....
Aquila Theatre's MACBETH Opens Wednesday
by Kelsey Denette - April 23, 2012

AQUILA THEATRE (Peter Meineck, Artistic Director) will present the New York Premiere of their production of William Shakespeare's Macbeth, designed and directed by Desiree Sanchez featuring Rachael Barrington (Lady Macduff/Rosse/Servant), Janet Dunson (Witch 3/Ensemble), Peter F. Gardiner (Banquo/Ca...




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