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Capital Classics' Macbeth Breaks Attendance Records for 2023 Greater Hartford Shakespeare Festival
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2023


Following the conclusion of the 2023 Greater Hartford Shakespeare, Capital Classics announced today record-breaking attendance for the theatre company's recent production of Macbeth.

Samuel French Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival Reveals Finalists & Judges; James Ijames Honorary Playwright
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2023


Presented by Concord Theatricals, The Samuel French Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival (OOB), the nation's premier short play competition, has announced that James Ijames (Fat Ham) is this year's honorary Festival playwright.

Capital Classics Reveals Cast For MACBETH
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2023


Capital Classics Theatre Company announced the company of their summer production of Macbeth, the centerpiece of the 2023 Greater Hartford Shakespeare Festival. The tragedy, the Bard's classic tale of power and ambition, will be performed on the grounds of the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, Connecticut, on July 13–30, 2023.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; Red Mountain Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022


The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; at Theatre of Gadsden Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022


The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; Red Mountain Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022


The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

First Stats Released For The BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; University of Montevallo's A NEW BRAIN Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Nov 21, 2022


The first live standings have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

National Women's Theatre Festival Presents OCCUPY 22
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2022


The National Women's Theatre Festival proudly presents Occupy The Stage 2022: The Remix! Occupy began in 2016 as a performance-as-protest to the lack of plays being produced by women playwrights across U.S. stages and has become an annual affirmation of the multitudes of brilliant, diverse work being written by women and underrepresented gender playwrights.

Palace Theater to Host Waterbury Table Reading of JOY MEETS GIRL By TV Writer Kimberly Hill
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 30, 2021


The Palace Theater's new initiative Table Readings at the Palace Theater presents its next offering on Saturday, December 11, 2:00pm in the intimate Poli Club space.

Pontine to Present RUDDER FAMILY HOLIDAY PLANNER, Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2014


Thursday 26 December at 4:30pm, Pontine Theatre presents the Portland-based Peaks Island Puppets in their original production, The Rudder Family Holiday Planner: A Celebration of the Jewish Holidays. Holidays bring families closer together, and also ruffle a few feathers! The Rudders of Munjoy Hill are a family like any other, with traditional values challenged by new circumstances. Join them on this hilarious romp through the holiday seasons! Tickets are $10 and may be purchased in advance online: www.pontine.org. Tickets may also be purchased at the door a half-hour prior to the show (cash & checks only) based on availability. Pontine's West End Studio Theatre is located at 959 Islington Street, Portsmouth NH. The theatre is not visible from the street, look for the big 959 on the signpost at the head of our drive. The theatre has convenient private parking and is fully accessible. For further information, contact Pontine: info@pontine.org / 603-436-6660.

Pontine to Present RUDDER FAMILY HOLIDAY PLANNER, 12/26
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 17, 2013


Thursday 26 December at 4:30pm, Pontine Theatre presents the Portland-based Peaks Island Puppets in their original production, The Rudder Family Holiday Planner: A Celebration of the Jewish Holidays. Holidays bring families closer together, and also ruffle a few feathers! The Rudders of Munjoy Hill are a family like any other, with traditional values challenged by new circumstances. Join them on this hilarious romp through the holiday seasons! Tickets are $10 and may be purchased in advance online: www.pontine.org. Tickets may also be purchased at the door a half-hour prior to the show (cash & checks only) based on availability. Pontine's West End Studio Theatre is located at 959 Islington Street, Portsmouth NH. The theatre is not visible from the street, look for the big 959 on the signpost at the head of our drive. The theatre has convenient private parking and is fully accessible. For further information, contact Pontine: info@pontine.org / 603-436-6660.

Good Theater Receives $4,000 Grant in Support of 2013-14 Opener CLYBOURNE PARK
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 21, 2013


Good Theater, the professional theater in residence at St. Lawrence Arts on Munjoy Hill in Portland, is pleased to announce that the Sam L. Cohen Foundation has awarded the company a grant in the amount of $4,000 for support of the opening show of the 2013-2014 season, Clybourne Park by Bruce Norris.

Birdie Googins Benefit Show Set for 5/11
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 30, 2013


For one night only, Saturday May 11 at 7:30 pm, Birdie Googins, aka The Mardens Lady, will bring her crazy brand of stand-up comedy to the St. Lawrence Arts Center, 76 Congress Street, Portland. Patrons may purchase tickets by going to the St. Lawrence website at www.stlawrencearts.org.

Acorn Announces Short Plays For 10th Annual MPF 4/14-29
by BWW News Desk - Apr 14, 2011


Acorn Productions, a non-profit art presented located in the Dana Warp Mill, announces script selections for the short play portion of the tenth annual Maine Playwrights Festival, to be held at the St. Lawrence Arts Center on Munjoy Hill in Portland from April 14 to 29, 2011.

Acorn Announces Short Plays For 10th Annual MPF 4/14-29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 17, 2011


Acorn Productions, a non-profit art presented located in the Dana Warp Mill, announces script selections for the short play portion of the tenth annual Maine Playwrights Festival, to be held at the St. Lawrence Arts Center on Munjoy Hill in Portland from April 14 to 29, 2011.

Photo Flash: Acorn Productions Presents The Maine Playwrights Festival
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 8, 2010


Acorn Productions, a non-profit art presented located in the Dana Warp Mill, has finalized plans for the 2010 Maine Playwrights Festival (MPF), the ninth annual spotlight on brand new plays by local writers, which will take place from April 15 to May 2 at the St. Lawrence Arts Center on Munjoy Hill in Portland.

Acorn Productions Announces Plans For April Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 17, 2010


Acorn Productions, a company dedicated to nurturing and developing the next generation of performing artists and audiences, announces plans for April events designed to introduce new voices into the Greater Portland theater community.

Acorn Productions Announces Selections For 2010 MAINE PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 3, 2010


Acorn Productions, a non-profit art presented located in the Dana Warp Mill, announces plans for the 2010 Maine Playwrights Festival (MPF), the ninth annual spotlight on brand new plays by local writers, which will take place from April 15 to May 1 at the St.

Good Theater Presents FROST/NIXON 12/3-6
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2009


Frost/Nixon the award winning play by Peter Morgan will make its Maine premiere at Good Theater beginning October 29 for a run through November 22.

Good Theater Presents FROST/NIXON 12/3-6
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2009


Frost/Nixon the award winning play by Peter Morgan will make its Maine premiere at Good Theater beginning October 29 for a run through November 22.

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