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Casting Announced for Regional Premiere of HEATHERS THE MUSICAL at The Starlite Room
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2017

Directors Dennis Clark (Legally Blonde, Footloose) and KT Curran (The First Times Club, When the Party Ends) announced today complete casting for the upcoming Regional Premiere of Heathers the Musical opening June 22nd at The Starlite Room.

Casting Announced for Regional Premiere of HEATHERS THE MUSICAL at The Starlite Room
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2017

Directors Dennis Clark (Legally Blonde, Footloose) and KT Curran (The First Times Club, When the Party Ends) announced today complete casting for the upcoming Regional Premiere of Heathers the Musical opening June 22nd at The Starlite Room.

Photo Flash: First Look at FAIRYTALE FOLLIES at Manatee Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2017

Manatee Performing Arts Center, in collaboration with Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, presented Fairytale Follies on May 17th, 2017. BroadwayWorld has photos from the show below!

VIDEO: Regional Premiere of BLOOD BROTHERS at Venice Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 30, 2017

Venice Theatre will present the dramatic musical Blood Brothers opening Thursday, March 30, 2017 running through Sunday, April 23, 2017. This gripping story by British playwright Willy Russell (also known for Educating Rita and Shirley Valentine) concerns twin brothers who are separated at birth, with one raised in wealth and the other in poverty.

Regional Premiere of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Coming to Manatee Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2017

The Bridges of Madison County, one of the most romantic stories ever written, is now an irresistible, two-time Tony Award-Winning Broadway musical. This stunning new production features gorgeous, soulful music by Tony Award-Winning composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Last Five Years) that draws upon the rich textures of Americana and folk and the sweeping, expressive balladry of classic Broadway. The Daily News hails it as 'one of Broadway's best scores in the last decade.' with a book by Pulitzer Prize Winner Marcia Norman (The Secret Garden, The Color Purple). The production is Directed by Kathy Pingel, Music Directed by Thomas Guthrie, Choreographed by Vanessa Russo. Featuring Set Design by Donna Buckalter, Lighting Design by Ryan E. Finzelber, Costume Design by Becky Evans and Stage Management by Tiffany Smith.

Regional Premiere of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Coming to Manatee Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Feb 8, 2017

The Bridges of Madison County, one of the most romantic stories ever written, is now an irresistible, two-time Tony Award-Winning Broadway musical. This stunning new production features gorgeous, soulful music by Tony Award-Winning composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Last Five Years) that draws upon the rich textures of Americana and folk and the sweeping, expressive balladry of classic Broadway. The Daily News hails it as 'one of Broadway's best scores in the last decade.' with a book by Pulitzer Prize Winner Marcia Norman (The Secret Garden, The Color Purple). The production is Directed by Kathy Pingel, Music Directed by Thomas Guthrie, Choreographed by Vanessa Russo. Featuring Set Design by Donna Buckalter, Lighting Design by Ryan E. Finzelber, Costume Design by Becky Evans and Stage Management by Tiffany Smith.

Photo Flash: First Look at THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Manatee Performing Arts Center
by Robert Diamond - Feb 7, 2017

The Bridges of Madison County, one of the most romantic stories ever written, is now an irresistible, two-time Tony Award-Winning Broadway musical. This stunning new production features gorgeous, soulful music by Tony Award-Winning composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Last Five Years) that draws upon the rich textures of Americana and folk and the sweeping, expressive balladry of classic Broadway. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action at Manatee Performing Arts Center below!

Regional Premiere of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Coming to Manatee Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2017

The Bridges of Madison County, one of the most romantic stories ever written, is now an irresistible, two-time Tony Award-Winning Broadway musical. This stunning new production features gorgeous, soulful music by Tony Award-Winning composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Last Five Years) that draws upon the rich textures of Americana and folk and the sweeping, expressive balladry of classic Broadway. The Daily News hails it as 'one of Broadway's best scores in the last decade.' with a book by Pulitzer Prize Winner Marcia Norman (The Secret Garden, The Color Purple). The production is Directed by Kathy Pingel, Music Directed by Thomas Guthrie, Choreographed by Vanessa Russo. Featuring Set Design by Donna Buckalter, Lighting Design by Ryan E. Finzelber, Costume Design by Becky Evans and Stage Management by Tiffany Smith.

SRQ Sings: Stand Strong set for The Starlite Room on Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2016

SRQ Sings: Stand Strong for The Trevor Project is set for Today, November 18th, 2016 at 8:30PM at The Starlite Room, Sarasota.

SRQ Sings: Stand Strong set for The Starlite Room on 11/18
by Robert Diamond - Nov 13, 2016

SRQ Sings: Stand Strong for The Trevor Project is set for Friday, November 18th, 2016 at 8:30PM at The Starlite Room, Sarasota.

Photo Flash: First Look at Manatee Performing Arts Center's Season Opener 42ND STREET
by BWW News Desk - Aug 12, 2016

The Manatee Performing Arts Center launches the Manatee Players' 2016-17 Season with a bang with Tony-Award winning 42nd Street in Stone Hall Theater, running now through August 28th. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

STAGE TUBE: Daniel Quadrino and Company Sing 'Imagine' at 2016 Broadway Sings for Pride Benefit
by Stage Tube - Jun 29, 2016

Award-winning non-for-profit Broadway Sings for Pride (www.BroadwaySingsForPride.com) held their 6th annual PRIDE benefit concert on Monday, June 20, 2016. To start the night, Daniel Quadrino, from Broadway's Wicked and Newsies, sang 'Imagine' to reflect on the tragedy that happened in Orlando. He was joined onstage by members of the New York community, to echo the sentiment that New York stands behind Orlando and that art can be used to inspire and change minds. Scroll down for a video of the performance!

Bebe Neuwirth, Lesli Margherita & More Will Unite to Celebrate NYC Pride
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 1, 2016

On Monday, June 20, 2016, non for profit BROADWAY SINGS FOR PRIDE will premiere their 6th anniversary benefit concert in New York City at the JCC Manhattan! This milestone event will be filled with singing (from pop to Broadway), stories, special celebrity guests and more! The show will honor the Tyler Clementi Foundation and AIDS pioneer and activist Ruth Coker Burks.  Broadway Sings for Pride, is a multiple award-wining is a non-for-profit organization that brings together Broadway talent, activists and celebrities to educate the public, raise awareness of the needs of LGBTQ youth, and support these young people so that they may reach their full potential.

Photo Flash: Manatee Performing Arts Center & Early Learning Coalition Present CRACKED FAIRY TALES
by Tyler Peterson - May 26, 2016

Manatee Performing Arts Center in collaboration with NEXTGEN Magazine and the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County presented three performances of Cracked Fairy Tales reaching over 600 children. The performance was generously sponsored by Brighthouse Network, introducing the magic of theatre to children from all over the Southwest Florida area.

Photo Flash: PHANTOM Celebrates Opening Night at Manatee Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2016

The Manatee Performing Arts Center presents Manatee Players' production of PHANTOM, running now through May 8th in Stone Hall. Directed by Steve Dawson, choreographed by Vanessa Russo, and musically directed by Aaron Cassette, this musical is a must-see. Watch as the Phantom reveals himself only by the strength of his love through beautiful music. Below, BroadwayWorld has an inside look at last night's opening reception!

Photo Flash: First Look at PHANTOM at Manatee Performing Arts Center
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 21, 2016

The Manatee Performing Arts Center presents Manatee Players' production of Phantom: April 21st - May 8th in Stone Hall. Directed by Steve Dawson, choreographed by Vanessa Russo, and musically directed by Aaron Cassette, this musical is a must-see. Watch as the Phantom reveals himself only by the strength of his love through beautiful music. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Photo Flash: Inside Look at Opening Night of Manatee Performing Arts Center's YANK!
by Louisa Brady - Feb 20, 2016

Yank! tells the story of Stu, a Midwestern kid who gets drafted for World War II in 1943, and becomes a reporter for Yank Magazine, the journal 'for the servicemen, by the servicemen.' Yank! has a score that pays homage to the 1940s and explores what it means to be a man, and what it is to fall in love and struggle. Intelligent and impassioned, suffused with songs in swing, big band and boogie-woogie styles, the show explores the stories that don't get told in wartime, and how WWII became a great catalyst in bringing gay men and women together. Broadway World has an exclusive look into Manatee Performing Arts Center's opening night reception here.

Photo Flash: YANK! Begins Tonight at Manatee Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2016

YANK! tells the story of Stu, a Midwestern kid who gets drafted for World War II in 1943, and becomes a reporter for Yank Magazine, the journal 'for the servicemen, by the servicemen.' YANK! runs at Manatee Performing Arts Center tonight, February 18, through March 6, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a look at the cast in action below!

Photo Flash: First Look at YANK! at Manatee Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2016

YANK! tells the story of Stu, a Midwestern kid who gets drafted for World War II in 1943, and becomes a reporter for Yank Magazine, the journal 'for the servicemen, by the servicemen.' YANK! runs at Manatee Performing Arts Center February 18 - March 6, 2016. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

YANK! Opens Tonight at Manatee Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2016

Yank! tells the story of Stu, a Midwestern kid who gets drafted for World War II in 1943, and becomes a reporter for Yank Magazine, the journal 'for the servicemen, by the servicemen.' Yank! has a score that pays homage to the 1940s and explores what it means to be a man, and what it is to fall in love and struggle. Intelligent and impassioned, suffused with songs in swing, big band and boogie-woogie styles, the show explores the stories that don't get told in wartime, and how WWII became a great catalyst in bringing gay men and women together.

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