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Monologist Josh Kornbluth to Bring JOSH'S BRAIN IMPROVS to The Marsh
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017


The Marsh San Francisco is collaborating with monologist Josh Kornbluth to present Josh's Brain Improvs.

Boys' Night: An All Male CIRQUELESQUE REVUE Returns to The Slipper Room
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2017


Created and produced by Ben Franklin, Jason Mejias, Joshua Dean and Mr. Gorgeous, this All-Male Cirquelesque Revue is celebrating 4 years of playful and saucy extravaganzas showcasing the arts of circus and burlesque. With a BRAND NEW SHOW EVERY MONTH, The Boys entertain packed houses with diverse aerial and ground performances with a wink, a smile and a lot of creativity. Boys' Night is the place to be for both boys and girls looking for a humorous and slightly naughty evening out with some of the best and brightest talents in New York.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band to Perform at SugarHouse Casino
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 12, 2017


Five-time Grammy-nominated contemporary blues group Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band will bring its blues/rock sound to the SugarHouse Casino Event Center on Friday, Nov. 10, at 9 p.m.

BOYS' NIGHT All-Male Cirquelesque Revue to Return to The Slipper Room
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2017


For the next show, we have some NEW MAN-MEAT for you!! Appearing in this edition of Boys' Night are: Ben Franklin, Joshua Dean, Mr. Gorgeous with guest star Tyler Shaqiri. Your host for the evening will be Cunio.

Crystal Theatre Announces Fall 2017 Classes
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2017


Registration is now open for Crystal Theatre's musical theatre show classes for students in preschool - high school. All classes culminate in a fully staged musical production in the 250 seat auditorium at the Ben Franklin Center - 66 Bayview Ave. Norwalk, CT.

BOYS' NIGHT All-Male Cirquelesque Revue to Return to The Slipper Room
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2017


For the next show, we have some NEW MAN-MEAT for you!! Appearing in this edition of Boys' Night are: Ben Franklin, Joshua Dean, Mr. Gorgeous with guest star Tyler Shaqiri. Your host for the evening will be Cunio.

BOYS' NIGHT All-Male Cirquelesque Revue to Return to The Slipper Room This August
by BWW News Desk - Aug 3, 2017


Boys' Night: An All-Male Cirquelesque Revue runs the first Today of every month at The Slipper Room.

Crystal Theatre Presents HUNGARIAN NIGHTS
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2017


Passion and longing erupt in the Hungarian night when the re-incarnated wife of Count Draco (Ilona) returns to save his soul from eternal damnation.

BOYS' NIGHT All-Male Cirquelesque Revue to Return to The Slipper Room This August
by BWW News Desk - Jul 26, 2017


Boys' Night: An All-Male Cirquelesque Revue runs the first Thursday of every month at The Slipper Room.

Guilty Pleasures Cabaret DOES AMERICA at The Duplex
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2017


Guilty Pleasures Cabaret IN 'Guilty Pleasures Cabaret: Does America'

ANNIE to Bring Orphan Tale to Leddy Center This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2017


'Maybe far away, or maybe real nearby..' Happily, Leddy Center's production of Strouse and Charnin's Tony Award-winning musical, ANNIE, falls into the 'nearby' category on two counts: the start date is July 7, and the location is Leddy Center's beautiful air-conditioned, fully handicapped accessible theater at Verdant Pastures on Ladd's Lane off Route 27 in Epping, NH. Route 27 is accessible from both Route 125 and Route 101 in Epping.

BOYS' NIGHT Cirquelesque Revue Celebrates Four Years at The Slipper Room
by BWW News Desk - Jul 6, 2017


Created and produced by Ben Franklin,  Jason Mejias, Joshua Dean and Mr. Gorgeous, Boys' Night, the "All-Male Cirquelesque Revue" is celebrating four years of playful and saucy extravaganzas showcasing the arts of circus and burlesque.

Guilty Pleasures Cabaret DOES AMERICA at The Duplex
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2017


Guilty Pleasures Cabaret IN 'Guilty Pleasures Cabaret: Does America'

BWW Interview: Matt Redmond Directs 54 SINGS 1776
by Christopher Castanho - Jun 29, 2017


FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents '54 Sings 1776' on July 3 and July 4, 2017. The Fourth of July meets Broadway in the fourth annual concert staging of the beloved musical, 1776, at Feinstein's/54 Below.   Featuring Broadway stars like Carrie St. Louis (Wicked/Rock of Ages) and Kyle Scatliffe (Les Miserables/The Color Purple) you're sure to feel patriotic watching this beautifully staged concert.

Landless Theatre Company Strikes Back this Weekend with 1776
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2017


This weekend only, join Landless Theatre at Frederick's Weinberg Center for something a little different.

BOYS' NIGHT Cirquelesque Revue Celebrates Four Years at The Slipper Room
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2017


Created and produced by Ben Franklin,  Jason Mejias, Joshua Dean and Mr. Gorgeous, Boys' Night, the "All-Male Cirquelesque Revue" is celebrating four years of playful and saucy extravaganzas showcasing the arts of circus and burlesque.

Ralph Byers to Star as Benjamin Franklin in Musical Comedy MONEY TALKS Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2017


Visceral Entertainment will present the World Premiere of the new musical Money Talks with book and lyrics by Peter Kellogg, music by David Friedman and direction/choreography by Michael Chase Gosselin with musical direction by David Hancock Turner.

ANNIE to Bring Orphan Tale to Leddy Center This Summer
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2017


'Maybe far away, or maybe real nearby..' Happily, Leddy Center's production of Strouse and Charnin's Tony Award-winning musical, ANNIE, falls into the 'nearby' category on two counts: the start date is July 7, and the location is Leddy Center's beautiful air-conditioned, fully handicapped accessible theater at Verdant Pastures on Ladd's Lane off Route 27 in Epping, NH. Route 27 is accessible from both Route 125 and Route 101 in Epping.

SugarHouse Casino Welcomes 'Rocky Mountain High Experience, A Tribute to John Denver Featuring Rick Schuler'
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 8, 2017


Singer-songwriter Rick Schuler ushers in the sounds of the '70s with his "Rocky Mountain High Experience, A Tribute to John Denver" at the SugarHouse Casino Event Center on Saturday, August 26 at 8 p.m. Schuler's uncanny resemblance, vocals and stage persona have made him the leading performer of John Denver's music. Tickets for his performance go on sale Friday, June 9 and cost $25.

Tony-Winning Playwright John Guare to Toast EgoPo's New Season at 2017 Gala
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2017


On Sunday, June 4 at 6 p.m., EgoPo will be hosting its Annual Gala on the Water to kick off the 2017-18 John Guare Festival Season, featuring the world premiere of Guare's Lydie Breeze Trilogy. Guests will enjoy a Nantucket-themed summer evening at Morgan's Pier on the Delaware River where there will be seafood, songs, sangria, and special guests.

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