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Joel McHale to Host 2015 TREVORLIVE LOS ANGELES
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 13, 2015


Hollywood's LGBTQ community and allies, with the most talented and irreverent stars, will gather at the Hollywood Palladium to celebrate “TrevorLIVE Los Angeles,” an annual comedy, music, and award show benefitting The Trevor Project

LA Master Chorale Performs Handel's Messiah Dec 6 and 20 at Disney Hall
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 13, 2015


The Los Angeles Master Chorale (LAMC), led by Artistic Director Grant Gershon, presents two performances of Handel's Messiah, his most popular oratorio, on Sundays, December 6 and 20, at 7 pm, at Walt Disney Concert Hall.

LA Master Chorale to Launch Christmas Season at Walt Disney Concert Hall with FESTIVAL OF CAROLS, 12/5 & 12
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2015


The Los Angeles Master Chorale fills Walt Disney Concert Hall with yuletide cheer offering two matinee performances of its popular 'Festival of Carols,' on consecutive Saturdays, December 5 and 12, 2015, 2 pm, at the iconic venue.

MARY POPPINS Breaks GTA Records; Extends Through November 21
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2015


The chill of autumn is slowly leaving for the cold of winter, but record numbers of north Georgia theatre goers are gathering around the warm glow of the Gainesville Theatre Alliance's production of MARY POPPINS. GTA, now in its 36th season, opened to sellout crowds for the stage production of P.L. Travers' classic story. The production has been extended for a third week of performances, now running through Nov. 21, and with a week and a half to go, MARY POPPINS has already broken GTA ticket and revenue records.

Architect Frank Gehry Designs Set for AY, CARMELA! West Coast Premiere, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2015


The Stella Adler Theatre is thrilled to present the West Coast Premiere of AY, CARMELA!, written by Jose Sanchis Sinisterra, adapted by Nilo Cruz and Catalina Botello, with Scenic Design by noted Architect Frank Gehry (his Los Angeles Intimate Theatre debut!) and directed by Alberto Arvelo. 

Garden Theatre to Bring Holiday Favorite MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET to the Stage, 12/4-20
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2015


The Garden Theatre (160 West Plant Street) is proud to present the beloved play MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET, showing December 4 - 20, 2015.

PETER PAN 360 Extends Flight Through December 6 in Dallas
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2015


Producers Norton Herrick of Herrick Entertainment and Charlie Burnell of Threesixty Entertainment have extended the Dallas engagement of the spectacular new stage production of PETER PAN 360 through December 6.

Beck Center for the Arts to Encore MARY POPPINS This Winter
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2015


Beck Center for the Arts presents by popular demand Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS, December 4, 2015 through January 3, 2016 in the Mackey Theater.

LA Philharmonic to Kick Off Season with Raúl Prieto Ramírez's Walt Disney Concert Hall Debut, 11/22
by Matt Smith - Nov 12, 2015


Los Angeles, CA (November 11, 2015) - The Los Angeles Philharmonic's 2015/16 organ recital series begins with a performance from organist Raúl Prieto Ramírez on Sunday, November 22 at 7:30pm at Walt Disney Concert Hall.   Making his Walt Disney Concert Hall debut, Prieto Ramírez will perform a wide-ranging program highlighted by Bach's C-minor Passacaglia in addition to Franz Liszt's Mephisto Waltz and other works transcribed for organ by Prieto Ramírez. He is the first Spanish organist in recent times to establish himself among the elite of the international concert scene. His powerful personality, passionate expressiveness, gift for communication, and outstanding technique make him shine in a wide range of repertoire and styles. Joey DiGuglielmo of the Washington Blade has described Prieto Ramírez as 'the whole package - flawless technique and solid repertoire executed with the flair and bravado of a matador.' 

BWW Review: THE HISTORY OF KING LEAR - A Glorious Achievement
by Lynn Beaver - Nov 11, 2015


THE HISTORY OF KING LEAR, as revised by Nahum Tate, produced by The Hidden Room is an absolutely brilliant piece of theatre history.

MARY POPPINS Flies to Playhouse Merced This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2015


One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, MARY POPPINS is a perfect holiday musical for the entire family. Even grown ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that 'Anything can happen if you let it.'

VIDEO: First Trailer for FINDING DORY is Here!
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 10, 2015


Everyone's favorite forgetful fish is back! The first trailer for FINDING DORY has been released. Directed by 'Finding Nemo' helmer Andrew Stanton, the animated film features the voices of Ellen DeGeneres, Albert Brooks, and Ed O'Neill

Rice University Students Set for New York Philharmonic's 2016 Global Academy Fellowship Program
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2015


Seven Rice University students have been selected to participate in the New York Philharmonic Global Academy Fellowship Program, part of the New York Philharmonic Global Academy partnership between Rice's Shepherd School of Music and the New York Philharmonic.

ABC Elevates John Rouse EVP, Affiliate Relations & Marketing
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 9, 2015


The ABC Television Network has promoted John Rouse to executive vice president, Affiliate Relations and Marketing. It was announced today by Ben Pyne, president, Global Distribution, Disney Media Networks.

Deaf West's SPRING AWAKENING and More Top 2015 Ovation Awards; All the Winners!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2015


The 2015 LA STAGE Alliance Ovation Awards, celebrating theatrical excellence and achievement during the past 12 months, were presented on Monday, November 9 at the Ahmanson Theatre at The Music Center. Among the many winners were the stars and creative team of Deaf West's SPRING AWAKENING, now on Broadway. Scroll down for the full list of winners!

VIDEO: ONCE Composer Glen Hansard Performs New Single 'Lowly Deserter' on COLBERT
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 9, 2015


Acclaimed singer-songwriter Glen Hansard performed "Lowly Deserter" last Friday night on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." The song is taken from Hansard's latest album 'Didn't He Ramble'

Photo Flash: EL GRANDE CIRCUS DE COCA COLA at the Colony Theatre
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 8, 2015


The Colony Theatre is pleased to announce that it is bringing to its mid-size Equity theatre the wildly successful, LA Times Critic's Choice production of EL GRANDE CIRCUS DE COCA-COLA by Ron House, directed by Alan Shearman and based on El Grande de Coca-Cola by Ron House, Diz White, Alan Shearman, and John Neville-Andrews. Check out photos from the show below!

BWW Interview: CINDERELLA'S Andy Huntington Jones on Touring as a Newlywed
by Kimberly Moy - Nov 8, 2015


Andy Huntington Jones plays Prince Topher in Fairwinds Broadway in Orlando 2015-2016 series opener CINDERELLA. Jones is no stranger to the show as he was a part of the Broadway cast. While CINDERELLA on Broadway officially closed earlier this year, it's legacy lives on throughout the tour.

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