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Opened: June 21, 1978
Closing: July 02, 1978

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BWW Feature: ONLINE VIRTUAL OPERA TOUR at Home Computer Screens
by Maria Nockin - Dec 4, 2020


Los Angeles Opera has a number of excellent recitals on its website including one by baritone Craig Colclough in which he sings the Shakespeare monologues from Otello and Macbeth that Verdi set to music. Together with pianist Jeremy Frank, Colclough presents a program that also includes works by Beethoven, Wagner, Porter, and Vaughan Williams.

Wang Theatre Celebrates 95 Year Anniversary With New Photo Exhibit
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2020


Some of the biggest names in music will appear outside the Wang Theatre as the iconic Boston landmark celebrates its 95th Anniversary.

Rock Royalty On Display As Wang Theatre Celebrates 95 Years
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2020


Some of the biggest names in music will appear outside the Wang Theatre as the iconic Boston landmark celebrates its 95th Anniversary.

BWW Feature: ONLINE OPERA VIRTUAL TOUR NOV 6-14 at Home Computer Screens
by Maria Nockin - Nov 6, 2020


Free digital tickets are now available for The Anonymous Lover which premieres online Saturday, November 14, at 5 PM Pacific Time. The Anonymous Lover is a 1780 comic romance by pioneering Black composer Joseph Bologne, known as the Chevalier de Saint-Georges. Conducted by Music Director James Conlon and directed by Bruce Lemon, Jr. 

See October Highlights from HBO Max
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 24, 2020


Start sweater weather season off right with exciting new original series and A-list blockbuster movies coming this October to HBO Max.

THE BEST OF CHER DVD Collection to be Released in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2020


From Hollywood to Vegas and all around the world, no one has continued to delight us, surprise us, and entertain us like Cher. And she's not done yet! For the first time ever, all the spectacular highlights of Cher's remarkable career are together in one electrifying collection: THE BEST OF CHER.

BWW Exclusive: THE BEATLES 101 GREATEST SONGS OF ALL TIME - Ranking the Best of John, Paul, George & Ringo (Including Their Solo Hits)
by Peter Nason - May 12, 2020


BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest Beatles songs, including some of the fab four's solo works. They're all here: 'Twist and Shout,' 'In My Life,' 'Helter Skelter,' 'Imagine,' 'Something,' 'Maybe I'm Amazed,' 'Let It Be.' See if your favorites made the grade!

Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami Has Announced Its 2020 Roster of Exhibitions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2020


On the heels of its fifth anniversary, the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami (ICA Miami) has announced its 2020 roster of exhibitions - continuing the museum's dedication to advancing public appreciation and understanding of the most innovative artists of our time through exhibitions that explore the careers of Allan McCollum, Tomás Esson, Janiva Ellis , and Betye Saar.

CANE RIVER Restoration, Valentine's Day Romance And More Announced At BAM
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2019


CANE RIVER restoration, Valentine's Day romance, Kelly Reichardt Selects, and more announced at BAM, in February and March 2020.

Skylight Music Theatre Announces Cast and Creative for RUDDIGORE, OR THE WITCH'S CURSE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2019


Skylight Music Theatre today announced the cast and creative team for Ruddigore, or The Witch's Curse, presented January 3-19, 2020 in collaboration with Milwaukee Opera Theatre. Skylight celebrates its long history of producing the works of W.S. Gilbert (book and lyrics) and Arthur Sullivan (music) with an imaginatively reinvigorated production of this classic gothic operetta. Ruddigore will be performed in a special, limited run in the Studio Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward.

Nosotros Announces the Recipients of the 2019 Golden Eagle Awards
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 4, 2019


Nosotros, the first Latinx arts advocacy organization in Hollywood, announced the recipients of the 2019 Golden Eagle Awards.  The honorees include a wide array of Hollywood talent in front and behind the camera. The awards will take place on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at the historic Montalban Theatre 1615 Vine Street in Hollywood.  www.nosotrosorg.com

Last Tickets Remaining For British Rock Icons Magnum At Parr Hall
by Julie Musbach - May 24, 2019


There are now just a few weeks remaining until British rock icons Magnum play Warrington's Parr Hall.

Breaking: Harold Wheeler, Rosemary Harris & Terrence McNally Will Be Honored for Lifetime Achievement at the 2019 Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2019


According to the New York Times, actress Rosemary Harris, musician Harold Wheeler and playwright Terrence McNally will all be honored with Lifetime Achievement Awards at the 2019 Tonys.

Boston Ballet To Debut In Paris
by Julie Musbach - Mar 13, 2019


Presented by Productions Internationales Albert Sarfati, Boston Ballet will debut at the historic Théâtre des Champs-Elysées in Paris, France April 9–11. The program includes the European premiere of world-renowned choreographer William Forsythe's latest world premiere Playlist (EP), along with his Pas/Parts 2018 and Jiří Kylián's Wings of Wax. 

Paul and Linda McCartney Present Reissue Of PROFESSOR LONGHAIR LIVE ON THE QUEEN MARY
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 22, 2019


Originally released in 1978 on Harvest Records, Professor Longhair's Live on the Queen Mary documents a legendary performance from the Venus and Mars album release party thrown by Paul and Linda McCartney and Wings in 1975.

Rock Fans Invited To Join British Rock Icons Magnum As They Take To The Stage At Parr Hall
by Julie Musbach - Feb 15, 2019


British rock icons Magnum have announced a new tour for 2019 and a date at Warrington's Parr Hall is on the list.British rock icons Magnum have announced a new tour for 2019 and a date at Warrington's Parr Hall is on the list.

Rock Fans Invited To Enter 'The Kingdom Of Madness' As Band Announces Warrington Date
by Julie Musbach - Feb 12, 2019


The "Kingdom of Madness" is set to take over Parr Hall this summer with a lively performance from a classic rock band.

Akvavit Theatre And Dramafronten Present RISING TEMPERATURES
by Julie Musbach - Nov 13, 2018


Journey into a near-future dystopia where humans struggle to survive in an increasingly hostile environment as Akvavit Theatre and Dramafronten present RISING TEMPERATURES, four linked, site-specific world premiere Danish plays presented in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood.

Shefik Wins Communicator Award In 2018 For His Syndicated Radio Show
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2018


The winners of the 24th Annual Communicator Awards have officially been announced by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA). With over 6,000 entries received from across the United States and around the world, the Communicator Awards is the largest and most competitive awards program honoring creative excellence for communications professionals.

BWW Interview: Theatre Life with Bob Banghart and Georgia Stitt
by Elliot Lanes - May 14, 2018


Today's subjects Bob Banghart and Georgia Stitt are currently living their theatre lives as the composers (Banghert and Stitt) and lyricist (Stitt) of what I consider to be one of the best new musicals I've seen in a good long while. I am referring to the Alaska-based world premiere musical Snow Child, now running through May 20th at Arena Stage.

Giordano Dance Chicago Honors Jazz Dance At The Auditorium Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2018


Giordano Dance Chicago (GDC) closes out its 55th Anniversary season, and the Auditorium Theatre's 2017-18 Season, at the National Historic Landmark on June 9 with an exhilarating mixed repertory program that honors the stylistic heart of American jazz dance. 

BWW Feature: Bob Fosse's DANCIN' Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary and Cast Reunion at the Dancers Over 40 Event
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Apr 14, 2018


As a way of introducing myself as the new DANCE REVIEWER for Broadway World L. A., I am reporting on an historic event in which I participated at St. Luke's Theatre on March 26th, 2018 in NYC: the 40th-year anniversary and reunion of the cast members of the opening of Tony Award-Winning Bob Fosse's DANCIN' on Broadway at The Broadhurst Theatre on March 27, 1978.

Paul McCartney To Release Four 2018 Edition Catalogue Reissues Via MPL/Capitol
by Macon Prickett - Mar 28, 2018


On May 18, Paul McCartney will release four 2018 edition catalogue reissues via MPL/Capitol: NEW, Chaos And Creation In The Backyard, Wings Greatest and Thrillington. All four titles will be issued in affordable single CD digipak and 180gram black vinyl single LP formats—and will be made available for the first time in limited edition 180gram color vinyl pressings. All vinyl LPs will include a download card.

2018 Tribeca Film Festival Unveils TRIBECA IMMERSIVE PROGRAM
by Macon Prickett - Mar 8, 2018


The Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, has been the premier curator of cutting-edge interactive storytelling for more than a decade. The 2018 Tribeca Immersive program showcases works by artists who are pushing boundaries, using technology to tell stories and create new experiences. The Virtual Arcade lineup, presented by AT&T, includes 21 world premiere VR/AR exhibits as well as five Storyscapes experiences in competition. The program takes place at the Tribeca Festival Hub from April 20-28. A new addition to Tribeca Immersive is Tribeca Cinema360, a VR theater featuring four curated screening programs of 360° mobile content, running April 21-28. The 17th annual Tribeca Film Festival takes place April 18-29, 2018.

BWW Review: WINGS THE MUSICAL at Firehouse Theatre Pensively Soars
by Brent Deekens - Mar 6, 2018


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Wings FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Wings have there been?
Wings has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1978.
What awards has Wings been nominated for?
Wings has been nominated for the Performance category at the Obie Awards for Constance Cummings.
What awards has Wings won?
Wings has won the Performance (Obie Awards) for Constance Cummings.

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