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BWW Q&A: Alyse Arpino & Patrick Campbell of INTO THE WOODS at CM Performing Arts Center
by Joshua Wright - Sep 13, 2023


The CM Performing Arts Center's Main Stage production of INTO THE WOODS is sure to enchant its audiences from September 16-30. Inspired by the Brothers Grimm fairy tales, INTO THE WOODS is an enchanting, brilliant musical that ventures beyond “happily ever after!” What begins as a lively fantasy ends in lessons of responsibility, consequences for our actions, and what we teach our children.

TV: Silencio, se ensaya... LOS PRODUCTORES en el Tívoli de Barcelona
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Sep 9, 2023


Solamente queda una semana para que se levante el telón en el Teatro Tívoli para la nueva producción de Nostromo Live. THE PRODUCERS, el musical de Mel Brooks está dirigido por Àngel Llàcer y Enric Cambray, con dirección musical de Manu Guix y coreografía de Miryam Benedited con quienes hemos hablado de esta nueva producción.

Photos: Primeras imágenes oficiales de THE PRODUCERS en Barcelona
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Sep 7, 2023


La nueva producción de Nostromo Live comenzará funciones en el Teatre Tívoli de Barcelona el próximo 15 de septiembre con estreno oficial el 28 de septiembre.

Interview: Kyle Weiler of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Duluth Playhouse
by Jared Fessler - Sep 5, 2023


Young Frankenstein is a monstrously hilarious stage adaptation that resurrects a classic tale with a comedic twist, filled with eccentric characters, uproarious antics, and unforgettable musical numbers.

Mercury Theater Chicago Concludes Its 2023 Season With Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 23, 2023


Mercury Theater Artistic Director Christopher Chase Carter, Managing Director Kristi J. Martens and Executive Producers L. Walter Stearns and Eugene Dizon announce the Chicago Premiere of the new West End version of Young Frankenstein, the electrifying adaptation of Mel Brooks' monstrously funny film. Young Frankenstein features a book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, with music and lyrics by Mel Brooks.

The Way Off Broadway Announces 30th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2023


The 2024 Season marks a landmark for one of the area's most established and respected theatre organizations.  With the opening of Agatha Christie's A Murder is Announced on January 19, 2024, The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre will kick off its Blockbuster 30th Anniversary Season. To celebrate the milestone, WOB's producers have announced a line-up that includes regional premiere productions of some of the newest and biggest name shows to appear on Broadway in recent seasons.

DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Begins Performances At New World Stages In September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2023


Drew & Dane Productions presents Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen in a limited 18-week engagement, September 4 – January 7, at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street).

Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN is Coming to Duluth Playhouse This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2023


Get ready for some side-splitting laughter as Mel Brooks’ YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN comes alive this fall at Duluth Playhouse. Experience the timeless comedy and memorable songs that have made this show a hit. Don't miss out on this hilarious production!

Way Off Broadway Presents A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2023


The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre's 2023 Season continues this fall with the Tony Award-winning musical A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. 

Review: THE PRODUCERS at North Shore Center For The Performing Arts, Skokie, IL
by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel - Aug 13, 2023


What did our critic think of THE PRODUCERS at North Shore Center For The Performing Arts, Skokie, IL?

Photos: First Look at Music Theater Works' 150th Production THE PRODUCERS: A MEL BROOKS MUSICAL
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 12, 2023


Music Theater Works 150th production, THE PRODUCERS A Mel Brooks Musical is now playing a limited engagement through August 20 in the Center Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts In Skokie. Check out the photos here!

AFI Celebrates The Commencement Of The AFI Conservatory Class Of 2023
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 6, 2023


Today, the American Film Institute (AFI) celebrated the commencement of the AFI Conservatory Class of 2023 at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. The event was a culmination of two years of intense study at AFI's MFA program, ranked one of the top film schools in the nation.

Windham Theatre Guild's YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Begins This Friday
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 24, 2023


After four years, the WTG will bring back the summer musical! Don't miss Mel Brooks Young Frankenstein on the Tricia Hul Stage July 28th to August 12th.

Nostromo publica el cartel oficial de THE PRODUCERS
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Jul 19, 2023


El musical de Mel Brooks con Àngel Llàcer, Armando Pita y Ricky Mata se estrenará oficialmente el 28 de septiembre en el Tívoli de Barcelona.

Jason Alexander on Stage: A Look Back at the Actor's Theatrical Roles
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2023


Tony Award winner Jason Alexander is making his Broadway directorial debut with The Cottage, which is now playing on Broadway. While Alexander may be best known for his roles on screen, including Seinfeld, Pretty Woman, and more, he also has a longstanding history with the stage!

The JC Players to Present YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN in August
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 16, 2023


Young Frankenstein will be performed at Glendale-Maspeth United Methodist Church, 66-14 Central Avenue, Glendale, on Friday August 4 at 8 p.m., Saturday August 5 at 8 p.m. and Sunday August 6 at 3 p.m.

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment Achieve Record-Breaking Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2023


Discover the extraordinary success of La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts & McCoy Rigby Entertainment as they achieve another record-breaking season.

Pop Shakespeare: SOMETHING ROTTEN! A Hilarious Celebration of Musical Theatre Opens in Brazil
by Claudio Erlichman - Jul 5, 2023


Something Rotten! is a musical comedy set in 1595. The story follows the Bottom brothers, who struggle to find success in the theatrical world as they compete with the wild popularity of their contemporary William Shakespeare. Directed by Gustavo Barchilon, the musical stars Marcos Veras, George Sauma, Laila Garin, Leo Bahia and a great cast.

Louis Gaunt and Frances Mayli McCann Will Play Peter Pan and Wendy in the London Palladium Pantomime This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2023


Further casting has been announced for The London Palladium Pantomime confirming that Louis Gaunt will return to the world-famous venue to play Peter Pan in this year's production and Frances Mayli McCann will join the cast as Wendy.

Meet the Cast of BACK TO THE FUTURE, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2023


Back to the Future: The Musical begins Broadway performances tonight, Friday, June 30, 2023 and officially opens Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre. Meet the cast of Back to the Future here!

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