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BWW Review: SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES at Delaware Theatre Company
by Rosanne DellAversano - Oct 6, 2017


Based upon the novel by Ray Bradbury, SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES, . presented by Delaware Theatre Company and co-produced with Yonge Street Theatricals, is a vaudevillian, visual delight adapted by Brian Hill, with Neil Bartram as the show's composer. We are first introduced to a lightening rod salesman (Steve Pacek) who acts as the narrator for the tale. He introduces us to Will Halloway, (John Francis Babbo) a skittish and oft neglected teen. Opposite is Jim Nightshade, (Sawyer Nunes) a freedom seeker, who is rebelling against his smothering mother and their sleepy town.

BWW Review: SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES at Delaware Theatre Company
by Greer Firestone - Sep 27, 2017


Aisle Say has seen hundreds of shows. Never have I experienced such an overwhelming amalgam of sound and light, FX and empathy, soaring and captivating voices singing gorgeous melodies, as in this performance of SOMETHING WICKED COMES THIS WAY.

Grammy Winner B.J. Thomas Coming to Harris Center This September
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2017


A five-time Grammy winner who has sold more than 70 million records and is ranked in Billboard's Top 50 most played artists over the past 50 years, the charismatic performer comes to Stage One at Harris Center with a classic songbook known to nearly everyone. He continues to do 60-80 shows annually throughout the U.S. and internationally.

Review Roundup: SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES at Delaware Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - Sep 25, 2017


SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES will run at the Delaware Theatre Company through October 8, and the critics are weighing in!

Autistic Actor Leads THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, Beginning Tonight at IRT
by BWW News Desk - Sep 19, 2017


The Indiana Repertory Theater (IRT) and Syracuse Stage welcomes Seattle-based actor Mickey Rowe as Christopher John Francis Boone in 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' by Simon Stephens, which won a Tony Award for Best New Play.

VIDEO: Brian Hill and Neil Bartram Discuss The Creation Of SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES
by Alan Henry - Sep 14, 2017


Based on the novel of the same name by Ray Bradbury, the world premiere of SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES will run at the Delaware Theatre Company through October 8.

Stephen Bogardus Stars in SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES Musical Adaptation, Starting Tonight at Delaware Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2017


Delaware Theatre Company captures lightning in a bottle with the World Premiere musical adaptation of Something Wicked This Way Comes, based on the classic best-selling novel by Ray Bradbury. The spine-tingling tale of a traveling carnival that mysteriously arrives in a small town is woven on stage with music and lyrics by Neil Bartram and book by Brian Hill (Broadway: The Story of My Life).

Grammy Winner B.J. Thomas Coming to Harris Center This September
by BWW News Desk - Aug 21, 2017


A five-time Grammy winner who has sold more than 70 million records and is ranked in Billboard's Top 50 most played artists over the past 50 years, the charismatic performer comes to Stage One at Harris Center with a classic songbook known to nearly everyone. He continues to do 60-80 shows annually throughout the U.S. and internationally.

Stephen Bogardus to Star in SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES Musical Adaptation at Delaware Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2017


Delaware Theatre Company captures lightning in a bottle with the World Premiere musical adaptation of Something Wicked This Way Comes, based on the classic best-selling novel by Ray Bradbury. The spine-tingling tale of a traveling carnival that mysteriously arrives in a small town is woven on stage with music and lyrics by Neil Bartram and book by Brian Hill (Broadway: The Story of My Life).

BWW Flashback: Spidey Can Dance! Watch Tom Holland as BILLY ELLIOT
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2017


Did you know that before Spider-Man Tom Holland was a child star of Billy Elliot in London's West End? Check out these flashback videos of Tom speaking and performing as Billy! Tom Holland is the latest actor to play the iconic role of Spider-Man in the new film Spider-Man: Homecoming.

Review Roundup - Marvel's SPIDER-MAN HOMECOMING
by Richard Best - Jun 29, 2017


The Marvel Studio/Columbia Pictures co-produced reboot of the Spider-Man film franchise and the sixteenth film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, SPIDER-MAN HOMECOMING follows Peter Parker as he tries to balance life as a high schooler and the being the hero Spider-Man as he faces the Vulture.

HENRY IV, PART TWO Opens in Thomas Theatre 7/8
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2017


OSF's journey through Shakespeare's history tetralogy marches on with the second part of Henry IV joining the repertory, with previews beginning July 4. Once again, the Festival's intimate Thomas Theatre will play host to the political intrigue of early 15th-century England.

Tickets on Sale for Canadian Debut of 'CURIOUS INCIDENT' This Autumn
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2017


Tickets are now on sale for the National Theatre's Olivier and Tony Award-winning production of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, adapted by Simon Stephens from Mark Haddon's best-selling book, and directed by Tony Award winner Marianne Elliott (WAR HORSE, CURIOUS INCIDENT).

BWW REVIEW: Autism Is Metaphor In THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME ~ A Work Of Astonishing Magnitude
by Herbert Paine - Jun 21, 2017


THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME is a landmark piece of theatre, melding acting and technology with a result that is astonishing and riveting ~ a spectacle that is spectacular, requiring the directorial brilliance of Marianne Elliott, and featuring the tour de force performance of Adam Langdon in the National Theatre's tour production at ASU Gammage in Tempe, AZ.

Sony Classical Releases SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 16, 2017


Sony Music proudly announces the release of SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) featuring the music of Grammy® and Academy Award®-winning composer Michael Giacchino.

BONES Season 12: The Final Chapter Available on DVD Today
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 12, 2017


The Flesh & Bones Collection Seasons 1-12 TV's favorite crime-solving couple has solved their last case! Now experience this acclaimed, addictive crime series with ALL 12 SEASONS together for the first time -

BONES Season 12 and The Flesh & Bones Collection Seasons 1-12 Arrives on DVD, Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 13, 2017


BONES Season 12 and The Flesh & Bones Collection Seasons 1-12 Arrives on DVD on June 13th. Season 12 One of television's most beloved crime series draws to a close with even more suspense, fun and sexiness than ever.

Autistic Actor to Lead THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at Syracuse Stage
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2017


The Indiana Repertory Theater (IRT) and Syracuse Stage will welcome Seattle-based actor Mickey Rowe as Christopher John Francis Boone in "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" by Simon Stephens.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek: Zendaya Covers Bruno Mars on Next LIP SYNC BATTLE
by Caryn Robbins - May 3, 2017


MTV today announced that 'Spider-Man: Homecoming,' will premiere a sneak-peek at the 2017 MTV MOVIE & TV AWARDS. The film's stars, Tom Holland and Zendaya, will be on hand to introduce the clip.

VIDEO: First Look - New Trailer & Poster Art for SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING Is Here!
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 28, 2017


Does the suit make the man? Watch the all-new SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING trailer now and check out the film in theaters beginning July 7th!

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