Actors' Playhouse's END OF THE RAINBOW to Open 1/15
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 7, 2014
Actors' Playhouse continues its 2013-14 season with a celebrated production of Peter Quilter's End of the Rainbow, a new play with music. The recipient of rave reviews in London's West End and on Broadway just last season, End of the Rainbow will make its Florida premiere at the Miracle Theatre from January 15 - February 9, 2014.
CABARET LIFE NYC: Listmania 2013, Part Deux! 'Best & Most' Honorable Mention Performances of the Year
by Stephen Hanks - Dec 29, 2013
Last December, after I posted my list of the Best Cabaret Performers of 2012, I followed up my original 'listmania' with a column that served as a way to include some 'honorable mentions,' basically a recognition of other memorable shows and performances of songs that were striking, unique, and/or original that year. The column received a positive response so I thought I'd wheel it out again this year. So as the hours tick away on 2013 and we anticipate the coming of a new year, here is an addendum to the 2013 New York Cabaret Performers of the Year--a totally random list of 30 Honorable Mentions of the 'Best' and 'Most' in Cabaret for 2013 . . . mainly because I can and it's fun. Enjoy and Happy New Year!
Photo Flash: Meet the Full Cast of Roundabout's MACHINAL
by Meet the Cast - Jan 11, 2014
Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Machinal, starring Rebecca Hall, written by Sophie Treadwell and directed by Lyndsey Turner, began previews on December 20, 2013 ahead of an official opening on January 16, 2014 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway. Machinal is a limited engagement through March 2. Scroll down to learn more about the cast!
BWW's Michael L. Quintos Picks His Best of So. California Theater for 2013
by Michael L. Quintos - Dec 30, 2013
Ah, yes. 2013 was indeed an outstanding year for theater in Southern California. Even better: Orange County---my home base---boasted some of the best shows, period---marking an exciting theater renaissance in brilliance and artistry that I hope continues to grow here inside L.A.'s next door neighbor. With that said, here is my Top 10 Stage Shows of 2013 from Orange County and adjacent locales nearby, followed by my picks for the year's best performances.
Milwaukee Rep's END OF THE RAINBOW with Hollis Resnik Begins 1/7
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 12, 2013
Milwaukee Repertory Theater continues its 2013/14 Season with a celebrated production of Peter Quilter's End of the Rainbow, a new play with music. The recipient of rave reviews in London, Broadway and L.A. including four Olivier Award nominations and three Tony Award nominations, End of the Rainbow stars 12-time Jeff Award-winning Chicago actress Hollis Resnik as Judy Garland. Resnik will be the first American-born actress to play the role. Joining her are Thomas J. Cox (Anthony), Nicholas Harazin (Mickey) and Rep Associate Artist Jonathan Gillard Daly (Various). Directed by Rep Artistic Director Mark Clements, End of the Rainbow was featured in Time Magazine's "Top Ten" List and called "electrifying" by The New York Times.
2013 Writers in Performance Showcase Set for TPAC, 12/6-7
by BWW
News Desk - Dec 6, 2013
Writers in Performance is a 12-week writing and performance workshop culminating in public presentations. Throughout the course of the workshop, ten talented actors, playwrights, poets and storytellers have explored writing exercises, theater games, improvisation, movement techniques, and ensemble work in a safe, creative environment.
2013 Writers in Performance Showcase Set for TPAC, 12/6-7
by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2013
Writers in Performance is a 12-week writing and performance workshop culminating in public presentations. Throughout the course of the workshop, ten talented actors, playwrights, poets and storytellers have explored writing exercises, theater games, improvisation, movement techniques, and ensemble work in a safe, creative environment.
The Old Globe's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2013
The Old Globe presents The Old Globe/University of San Diego Graduate Theatre Program presentation of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, running tonight, Nov. 9 - Nov. 17 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Opening night is tonight, Nov. 9 at 8:00 p.m.
C.V. Schweitzer Presents THE SHADOW OF THE RAINBOW
by Christina Mancuso - Oct 29, 2013
Ever since that day his mother lifted him up to touch his father's name embedded in that cold black granite wall in Washington, being an army officer like his father became an obsession with Jay. It was all he dreamed about.
The Old Globe Sets MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Cast and Creative Team
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2013
The Old Globe today announced the cast and creative team for The Old Globe/University of San Diego Graduate Theatre Program presentation of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, running Nov. 9 - Nov. 17 in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center. Opening night is Nov. 9 at 8:00 p.m.
Photos and Video: Meet the Full Cast of Broadway's BIG FISH!
by Meet the Cast - Oct 14, 2013
Directed by five-time Tony Award winner Susan Stroman (Contact, The Producers, The Scottsboro Boys), with music and lyrics by Grammy and Tony Award nominee Andrew Lippa (The Wild Party, The Addams Family), and a book by Grammy and BAFTA Award nominee John August (Frankenweenie, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), Big Fish opened on Broadway on Sunday, October 6, 2013 at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 West 52nd Street). Scroll down to learn more about the cast!
BWW Reviews: MISS SAIGON Flies Away From the Fisher Theatre Oct 6
by Anton Anderssen - Oct 6, 2013
A special open captioned performance of Miss Saigon has been announced for tonight at 7:30 pm. Seats are being held in an area of the main floor for this performance for those who are in need of this service. Tickets for this reserved section may be purchase in person at the Fisher Theatre Box Office or by phone at 313-872-1000, ext. 0.
'Sig the Saxon: At the End of the Rainbow' is Released
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 18, 2013
Hildebrand von Helden has brought the vibrant color of 'Sig the Saxon: At the End of the Rainbow' to the world of juvenile fiction. Inspired by Odin traveling the rainbow bridge, Bifrost, on his eight-legged horse and the ancient, German custom of using white horses as oracles, this book is a heroic thrill-ride filled with wisdom, battle, and an unexpected ending.
BREAKING BAD's Bryan Cranston Stars in A.R.T.'s ALL THE WAY, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2013
The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University welcomes three-time Emmy Award-winning actor Bryan Cranston to play the lead role of Lyndon Baines Johnson in Robert Schenkkan's new play All The Way opening the A.R.T.'s 2013-14 Season at the Loeb Drama Center. The production, directed by Bill Rauch, will begin performances tonight, September 13, 2013.