BWW Reviews: Capital T Theatre's THE PAIN AND THE ITCH - Enjoyable But Uneven
by Jeff Davis
- Nov 4, 2012
Halloween may be over, which means that the truly terrifying holiday is upon us: Thanksgiving. It's that dreaded holiday where we have to break bread and socialize with our family, pretending to like them despite how excruciating we may find them to be. It's fitting then that Capital T Theatre should present THE PAIN AND THE ITCH, a dramatic comedy about a family whose secrets unravel on Thanksgiving night.
ROCK OF AGES to Play Special Halloween Performance Tonight, 10/31
by BWW News Desk
- Oct 31, 2012
Wednesday, October 31, 2012) The five-time Tony Award-nominated musical ROCK OF AGES, which recently celebrated its 1500th New York performance and is currently the 61st Longest Running Broadway Show in history, will play a special Halloween performance this evening, Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 8pm at The Helen Hayes Theater (240 W 44th Street). Tickets are available at Telecharge.com and at The Hayes Box Office.
Photo Flash: The Fans of Austin Comic Con 2012
by Jeff Davis
- Oct 29, 2012
Austin fanboys and girls rejoiced this weekend at Austin Comic Con, presented by Wizard World. The events featured celebrities from movies and TV, artists and writers, and events such as premiers, gaming tournaments, panels, and costume contests. Wizard World, Inc. also produces Wizard World Digital, an online publication covering new and upcoming products and talents in the pop culture world, is distributed on a weekly basis to online and iPad users worldwide.
Photo Flash: The Artists of Austin Comic Con
by Jeff Davis
- Oct 29, 2012
Austin fanboys and girls rejoiced this weekend at Austin Comic Con, presented by Wizard World. The events featured celebrities from movies and TV, artists and writers, and events such as premiers, gaming tournaments, panels, and costume contests. Wizard World, Inc. also produces Wizard World Digital, an online publication covering new and upcoming products and talents in the pop culture world, is distributed on a weekly basis to online and iPad users worldwide.
BWW Reviews: ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE at Georgetown Palace Pays Tribute to a Legend
by Jeff Davis
- Oct 27, 2012
ALWAYS PATSY CLINE, now playing at the Georgetown Palace Theatre, has made a fan out of me. This simple, understated production is a loving tribute and homage to one of the greatest singers of the last century. Whether you're a fan of Patsy Cline or not, you'll love her after seeing this production.
BWW Reviews: Zach Theatre Rides the Wheels of a Dream with RAGTIME
by Jeff Davis
- Oct 26, 2012
The current production of RAGTIME, produced by Zach Theatre in its new Topfer Theatre, shows precisely why RAGTIME is such a respected and important piece of theater. This dazzling and flawless production of the show is nothing short of spectacular and yet another triumph for Zach.
Young Artists Thrive at McCallum Fine Arts Academy in Austin, TX
by Jeff Davis
- Oct 25, 2012
I first heard of McCallum's Fine Arts Academy earlier this year when I attended their Theater Department's production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. I was completely awestruck by the talent and professionalism of these high school students, and I immediately contacted their teacher, Joshua Denning, to learn more about their program. Mr. Denning then invited me to a closed dress rehearsal of their upcoming musical production of THE SECRET GARDEN to chat with him and the students.
BWW Reviews: Paradox Players THE BEST MAN is a Clean Production of Dirty Politics
by Jeff Davis
- Oct 21, 2012
While many Austin theater companies are currently producing some Halloween fright fests, Paradox Players is offering a play about the scariest evil of all: politicians. With THE BEST MAN, the famous comedy-drama by Gore Vidal, Austin's Paradox Players shows us that not much has changed in the dirty world of American politics in over 50 years, a well-timed message given the upcoming election.
BWW Reviews: Baron’s Men Gives Austin a Spooky Delight with MEDIEVAL MACABRE
by Jeff Davis
- Oct 19, 2012
It was a dark and stormy night when two weary travelers, Nicholas and Alice, stumbled upon the lavish estate of Sir John, a worldly man with a delight for ghost stories and folklore. To pass the time, John proposes a bet to Nicholas and Alice, promising them 50 pounds if he can scare them using nothing more than literature.
BWW Reviews: Austin Theatre Project’s BABY is a Bundle of Joy
by Jeff Davis
- Oct 15, 2012
Break out the champagne and cigars. It's not a boy. It's not a girl. It's a hit! With BABY, the little-known 1980s musical, Austin Theatre Project proves it is a force to be reckoned with, quite a feat considering the company is less than one year old.
Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 10/1
by BWW Special Coverage
- Oct 5, 2012
Another Friday, another recap of news making the rounds in the Broadway World! Nominations have been tallied and voting is now open for the 2012 BWW UK Awards so get your vote in today! The 2012 BWW Regional Awards are also underway with nominations being accepted in 30 regions for your favorite stars and productions. October 26 is the deadline for submitting a nomination so have your say on who should win in your region!
THE KITCHEN RIOTS New Works Festival Set for Abingdon Theatre, Now thru 10/6
by BWW News Desk
- Oct 4, 2012
The Kitchen Riots, a three-night festival of new works in dance, music, and theatre, will play the Abingdon Theatre tonight, October 4, 5, and 6, 2012.
ZACH Officially Opens Topfer Theatre
by Jeff Davis
- Oct 3, 2012
The Zach Scott Theatre has shown Austin for 79 years that it knows how to put on a show. On Saturday, September 27th with their Deep in the Heart of ZACH celebration of the new Topfer Theater, Zach proved they know how to throw a party as well.
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