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Robert Kalfin Directs Premiere Of THE PROPERTY at Clurman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2018


'The Property,' a new play by Ben Josephson, is the story of a woman, two men she has loved and one man she is tempted to love, and the teenage son she stifles with good intentions. Irene, once carefree and artistic but now a low-level corporate nager alarmed by the erosion of her family's financial security, imposes two measures to shore the family up.

VIDEO: Lyric Video of Lily James Singing ABBA Hit From MAMMA MIA: HERE WE GO AGAIN
by Tori Hartshorn - May 10, 2018


The lyric video for the track WHEN I KISSED THE TEACHER from the upcoming MAMMA MIA: HERE WE GO AGAIN was released today! The song is performed by Lily James, Jessica Keenan Wynn, Alexa Davies & Celia Imrie. The movie soundtrack is set for release 7/13! 

Award-Winning Actors Co-Op Theatre Company Presents VIOLET 
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2018


Actors Co-op Theatre Company (Ovation Award-Winner 2017 Best Play, Intimate Theatre for 33 Variations) is proud to present the Tony nominated musical VIOLET, with music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by Brian Crawley, based on the short story 'The Ugliest Pilgrim' by Doris Betts, directed by Richard Israel, produced by Thomas Chavira. Violet opens Today, May 11 at 8:00 pm, and will run through Sunday, June 17 at the Actors Co-op Crossley Theatre, 1760 N. Gower Street, 90028 (on the campus of the First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood) in Hollywood.

Universal Pictures Celebrates Moms Everywhere With Free Mother's Day Sing-Along Screenings of MAMMA MIA!
by Macon Prickett - May 9, 2018


In anticipation of its upcoming Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, Universal Pictures today announced that free sing-along screenings of the blockbuster musical comedy Mamma Mia! will be available on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13, at 25 theater locations across the U.S. and Canada. Each guest who requests a ticket the day of the screeningat a participating locationwill be given one free admission to the 10:00 a.m. showing, up to theater capacity.

Photo Flash: Public Theater of San Antonio Presents THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2018


Based on the best-selling novel, this show captures the lyrical expanse of America's heartland. Winner of the 2014 Tony Award for Best Score and Orchestrations, this sweeping romance about the roads we travel, the doors we open, and the bridges we dare to cross will leave audiences breathless.

All-Female Shakespeare Trilogy Makes U.S. Screen Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2018


St. Ann's Warehouse welcomes back the Donmar Warehouse to present the American screen premieres of their acclaimed, visceral all-female Shakespeare Trilogy-Julius Caesar, Henry IV, and The Tempest-directed by Phyllida Lloyd, May 31-June 3.

Pussy Riot's Nadya Tolokonnikova And Marina Abramovic to Appear at TimesTalks
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2018


TimesTalks, The New York Times live conversation and performance series, is proud to host a conversation between Pussy Riot's Nadya Tolokonnikova and performance artist Marina Abramovic, moderated by New York Times contributor Melena Ryzik on May 14. The artists will discuss the political aims of performance, the intersection of activism and feminism, and the role of the artist in modern society.

Noma Dumezweni, Harry Hadden-Paton, and More to Receive Theatre World Awards
by Julie Musbach - May 8, 2018


The Theatre World Awards has announced, today, the 2018 Theatre World Award Honorees for Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance

VIDEO: Charlize Theron Confirms ATOMIC BLONDE 2 In Development
by Macon Prickett - May 8, 2018


Actress Charlize Theron confirms Atomic Blonde 2 in the works and says if she'd ever consider being James Bond after co-star Chris Hemsworth said she'd be good for the role on last night's Watch What Happens Live!

VIDEO: Final Trailer Released for MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAIN
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2018


Mamma Mia! HERE WE GO AGAIN comes to cinemas July 20, 2018! Check out the all new final trailer for the film below!

Photo Flash: Check Out the Newly Released Poster for MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAIN
by Macon Prickett - May 7, 2018


Ten years after Mamma Mia! The Movie grossed more than $600 million around the world, you are invited to return to the magical Greek island of Kalokairi in an all-new original musical based on the songs of ABBA. With the film's original cast returning and new additions including Lily James (Cinderella, Baby Driver), the musical comedy will open on July 20, 2018.

NBC to Present ABBA: THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC, AN ALL-STAR TRIBUTE This December
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2018


Paying homage to one of the most influential groups of all time, NBC is celebrating Sweden's most popular export with 'ABBA: Thank You for the Music, An All-Star Tribute.' The two-hour special, set to air in December, will showcase specially invited artists performing classic songs made famous by ABBA, including 'Dancing Queen', 'Mamma Mia', The Winner Takes It All' and 'Take A Chance On Me'.

The Theatre World Awards to Be Held at Circle in the Square; Victor Garber to Receive John Willis Award
by Julie Musbach - May 4, 2018


An afternoon Island Celebration! The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors, Dale Badway, President, have announced, today, the 74th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will take place at Circle in the Square. Theatre World Award Alum Victor Garber (Hello, Dolly!) will receive the 6th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement In The Theatre, celebrating his 46th year on the Broadway stage.

Tony Nominee Carrie Coon Announced as Series Regular for Second Installment of USA Network's THE SINNER
by Tori Hartshorn - May 4, 2018


Carrie Coon, Natalie Paul and Hannah Gross have been announced as series regulars for second installment of USA Network's THE SINNER.  Jessica Biel will Executive Produce Alongside Derek Simonds, Charlie Gogolak, Michelle Purple, Brad Winters and John Coles. Series is set to Premiere August 2018. 

Fox Home Entertainment Announces School Curriculum Based on Acclaimed Film THE POST
by Macon Prickett - May 2, 2018


Journeys in Film, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating inspiring educational materials and classroom lesson plans based on popular films and documentaries, has partnered with 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment to create an eight-part curriculum guide based on the Academy Award-nominated film, THE POST.

WEST SIDE STORY and MAMMA MIA! Added to Hillbarn Theatre's 2018-19 Season
by Julie Musbach - May 2, 2018


Hillbarn Theatre, the Peninsula's premier theatre company, announced that it has added crowd-favorite musicals WEST SIDE STORY andMAMMA MIA! to its 2018-19 season. WEST SIDE STORY will open the season, runningAugust 30 - September 16, 2018, and MAMMA MIA! will replace the previously announced closing show, THE WEDDING SINGER, running May 9 - 26, 2019.

VIDEO: Cast of AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR Read Mean Tweets On KIMMEL
by Tori Hartshorn - May 1, 2018


VIDEO: Cast of AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR Read Mean Tweets On KIMMEL

Eugene O'Neill Theater Center 18th Monte Cristo Award Honors Lin-Manuel Miranda
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2018


The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center honored multi-discipline creative artist Lin-Manuel Miranda with the 18th Monte Cristo Award, last night at a private dinner at the Edison Ballroom in New York City. An alumnus of the O'Neill, Miranda's first professional production was at the O'Neill's National Music Theater Conference with In The Heights in 2005. The gala dinner featured a conversation with the honoree and raised $575,000 to support the Center's commitment to developing new work and new artists for the stage.

Lea Salonga Joins ANNIE at the Hollywood Bowl
by Julie Musbach - Apr 27, 2018


Known across the world for her powerful voice and perfect pitch, Lea Salonga has been announced for the role of Grace Farrell in Hollywood Bowl's upcoming production of Annie, one of the longest-running shows in Broadway history, which will be this summer's annual staged musical at the Bowl.  

MAMMA MIA! Is Now Available for North American Licensing
by Danielle Gutierrez - Apr 27, 2018


Musical Theatre International has announced that the international hit musical MAMMA MIA! is now available for amateur licensing! Theaters across North America will now have the opportunity to perform the screwball story of a young woman's wedding and her search for her real father, all set to the songs to Swedish pop group ABBA.

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