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The cult rock musical about outrageous transgender singer Hedwig and his rock-n-roll band, the Angry Inch, a name inspired by Hedwig’s own botched sex change operation, this hilarious play is performed by Hedwig as a rock gig/stand-up comedy routine, backed by his band. A brutally honest musical theatre experience, “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” is a roller-coaster ride; funny, touching, emotionally draining and ultimately inspiring to anyone who feels life has given them an inch when they deserved a mile.

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Where Is the Original Broadway Cast of RENT Now?
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2019


The original production of Rent opened over 20 years ago, and skyrocketed its cast to stardom, kickstarting the careers of some of Broadway's now-biggest names. Today we're taking a look at where they are now...

BWW Review: BRING IT ON at Musical Theater Southwest
by Jackie Camborde - Jan 23, 2019


Can a girl who has had everything - boyfriend, school, popularity, power - ripped from her overcome all odds and become a success? This is the question posed to Campbell, played by director and Producer Devon Frieder in Devon Frieder Productions' Bring it On, playing throughout January at Musical Theater Southwest.

San Francisco Playhouse Presents Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's MARY POPPINS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2018


San Francisco Playhouse celebrates the magic of the holiday season with the hit Broadway musical Mary Poppins. Susi Damilano will direct the Playhouse production, with music direction by Katie Coleman and choreography by Kimberly Richards.

Pinch 'N' Ouch will present Kenneth Lonergan's THIS IS OUR YOUTH
by Rebecca Russo - Nov 1, 2018


Atlanta's Pinch 'N' Ouch Theatre is having one of its busiest seasons. Most recently presenting Edward Albee's harrowing masterpiece WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF, only weeks prior to Sam Shepard's Obie Award winning play FOOL FOR LOVE, the electrifying contemporary theatre company has just announced their latest production of Kenneth Lonergan's THIS IS OUR YOUTH, a compassionate living snapshot of the moment between adolescence and adulthood. YOUTH will be directed by the company's Producing Artistic Director Grant McGowen, and will feature Derek Evans, Thien Vuong, and Annie Jacob. It will perform in late November thru December at Pinch 'N' Ouch Theatre, now located in Kirkwood of Atlanta, GA.

Casting Announced For The San Francisco Playhouse Production Of MARY POPPINS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2018


San Francisco Playhouse celebrates the magic of the holiday season with the hit Broadway musical Mary Poppins. Susi Damilano will direct the Playhouse production, with music direction by Katie Coleman and choreography by Kimberly Richards.

Louis Hobson, Chelsea LeValley Light Up JANE EYRE at ArtsWest
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2018


In an updated chamber version never before seen on the West Coast, ArtsWest will next stage John Caird & Paul Gordon's Tony-nominated musical JANE EYRE, adapted from Charlotte Bronte's classic story of passion, self-discovery, and freedom. Performances will run Thursday through Sunday until December 23.

BWW Review: THE WILD PARTY ~ Banned in Boston (1928), Red Hot In Phoenix (2018)
by Herbert Paine - Sep 14, 2018


A/C Theatre Company's staging of Andrew Lippa's THE WILD PARTY, is a wildly engaging tribute to the roar of another decade and its edgy underbelly. Featuring Alanna Kalbfleisch in a defining role, the show runs through September 23rd at Phoenix Theatre's Hardes Theatre.

NewFest Announces Opening Night Film, Yen Tan's '1985'
by Tori Hartshorn - Sep 14, 2018


 NewFest has announced its Opening Night film to be Yen Tan's powerful AIDS drama '1985' on Wednesday, October 24th. This year will mark the highly significant 30th anniversary of NewFest, one of the world's most venerable and respected LGBT festivals. '1985' joins a history of notable NewFest Opening Night Films, including 'Go Fish' (1994), 'High Art' (1998), 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' (2001), 'But I'm a Cheerleader' (2000), and 'We Were Here' (2011). The film is a return to NewFest for Tan, whose previous films “Ciao” (2008) and “Pit Stop” (2013) have screened at the fest in the past.

HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH für zwei Shows im Admiralspalast Berlin
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2018


Hedwig is coming home. Die gefeierte Premieren-Produktion „Hedwig and the Angry Inch" von offMUSICAL wurde seit ihrer Premiere am 22. September 2017 von uber 2000 begeisterten Zuschauer bejubelt. Nun bringt das Musical-Startup die „international ignorierte Rock-Chanteuse" Hedwig zuruck in ihre Heimat: Am 10. und 11. August 2018 wird das Kult-Musical von John Cameron Mitchell (Buch) und Stephen Trask (Musik und Texte) im Studio des Berliner Admiralspalastes zu sehen sein.

BWW REVIEW: Rock Star Guest Writer Charles Sanders Shares His Views On John Cameron Mitchell's THE ORIGIN OF LOVE: THE STORIES AND SONGS OF HEDWIG
by Jade Kops - Jul 6, 2018


Rock Star Guest Reviewer Charles Sanders Shares His Views On John Cameron Mitchell's THE ORIGIN OF LOVE: THE STORIES AND SONGS OF HEDWIG

Pittsburgh CLO's TTHE FULL MONTY Opens July 6
by Julie Musbach - Jun 21, 2018


Pittsburgh CLO's THE FULL MONTY will take it all off at the Benedum Center this summer July 6 - 15. With a book written by Terrence McNally (Ragtime) and the music/ lyric talents of David Yazbek (The Band's Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Women On The Verge of a Nervous Breakdown), this duo cooks up an aggressive crowd-pleaser that is both highly-entertaining and charmingly uplifting.

BWW Review: TODD ALMOND SHINES in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH at Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
by Abby Rowold - Jun 11, 2018


What could leave Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati's artistic director of 22 years, D. Lynn Meyers, beaming in the lobby as if she had produced her very first show? Perhaps it was the sound of HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH'S enthusiastic opening night audience, positively bubbling as they exited the theatre.

THE CHER SHOW Announces Digital Lottery For Chicago Run
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2018


Broadway In Chicago and Producers Flody Suarez and Jeffrey Seller are pleased to announce a digital lottery, powered by Broadway Direct, for the Pre-Broadway Premiere The Cher Show, which will begin previews on June 12, 2018 at Broadway In Chicago's Oriental Theatre (24 W. Randolph) and will play a strictly limited engagement in Chicago through July 15, 2018.

Theo Ubique Announces 2018-19 Season
by Julie Musbach - Jun 4, 2018


Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre, which recently closed out its 13-year residency in Rogers Park's venerable No Exit Cafe, has revealed the lineup of shows for its first season in its new venue at 721 Howard Street, Evanston. The company's Founding Artistic Director Fred Anzevino made the announcement today at a gathering of company donors and friends that served as a farewell to the No Exit Cafe at 6970 N. Glenwood Avenue.

Inaugural Season In Theo Ubique's New Evanston Home Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2018


Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre, which recently closed out its 13-year residency in Rogers Park's venerable No Exit Cafe, has revealed the lineup of shows for its first season in its new venue at 721 Howard Street, Evanston. The company's Founding Artistic Director Fred Anzevino made the announcement today at a gathering of company donors and friends that served as a farewell to the No Exit Cafe at 6970 N. Glenwood Avenue.

HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH Returns To Harrisburg
by Julie Musbach - May 23, 2018


Located in the heart of Harrisburg's historic Old Midtown district, The House of Music, Arts & Culture (H·MAC) is a 34,000 sq. ft. multi-venue arts and entertainment complex. Listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings, HMAC presents live music, karaoke, open mic, theatrical productions and more year-round. This weekend at 8pm May 24th, 25th, & 26th HMAC presents the stage musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch, at their Stage On Herr venue with a live rock band on stage.

BREAKING: Teal Wicks, Micaela Diamond, and More Will Star Alongside Stephanie J. Block in THE CHER SHOW; Full Cast Set
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2018


Broadway In Chicago and Producers Flody Suarez and Jeffrey Seller announced today complete casting for the Pre-Broadway Premiere of the new musical The Cher Show at Broadway In Chicago's Oriental Theatre.

Tickets on Sale Friday for Pre-Broadway Run of THE CHER SHOW in Chicago
by Julie Musbach - Mar 19, 2018


Individual tickets for The Cher Show, the new musical based on the life and six-decade career of the iconic singer and actress, will go on-sale this Friday, March 23. The Cher Show will have its Pre-Broadway Premiere at Broadway In Chicago's Oriental Theatre for a limited-engagement June 12 through July 15, 2018.

Photo Flash: Bob Mackie Previews Looks from Pre-Broadway Premiere of THE CHER SHOW; Full Design Team Announced!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2018


Producers Flody Suarez and Jeffrey Seller announced today the design team for The Cher Show including legendary costume designer and longtime Cher collaborator Bob Mackie. The Cher Show, the new musical based on the life and career of the iconic singer and actress, will have its Pre-Broadway Premiere in Chicago with previews beginning on June 12, 2018 at Broadway In Chicago's Oriental Theatre (24 W. Randolph).

JERRY SPRINGER - THE OPERA Extends Through April 1, Matt McGrath Takes Over Lead Role
by Julie Musbach - Feb 27, 2018


Due to demand, The New Group has announced a three-week extension for Jerry Springer - The Opera, with Matt McGrath appearing as Jerry Springer beginning March 13.  Terrence Mann, currently appearing in the role of Jerry Springer, plays his final performance March 11 due to an existing commitment beyond that date.

Brandon Victor Dixon, Norm Lewis, and More Join NBC's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE IN CONCERT
by Alan Henry - Feb 22, 2018


TV Line reports that Brandon Victor Dixon will appear as Judas opposite Sara Bareilles, Alice Cooper and John Legend in NBC's special event JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE IN CONCERT, to be aired Easter Sunday, April 1. The next incarnation of NBC's series of live musicals will be an exuberant concert staging of this iconic rock opera in front of a live audience at the Marcy Armory in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mark Rylance-Led FARINELLI AND THE KING Begins Tonight on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2017


The critically acclaimed Shakespeare's Globe production of Farinelli and the King, starring three-time Tony Award-winner (Twelfth Night, Jerusalem, Boeing-Boeing) and Academy Award-winner (Bridge of Spies) Mark Rylance, begins tonight, December 5, 2017 in advance of an opening night on Sunday, December 17, 2017 at Broadway's Belasco Theatre (111 West 44th Street).

A Bawdy, Boozy, Over the Top Holiday Cabaret With The Lovable Loush Sisters Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2017


Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to present the return of The Loush Sisters a martini-loving, naughty-but-nice-comedic duo in their latest original show, The Loush Sisters get HARD for the Holidays (Yippie-Kai-Yay Mother-Loushers). The production is onstage from November 24 through December 17 at CPT's historic Gordon Square Theatre.

Edward Watts Goes Green in 'THE GRINCH', Beginning Tonight at The Old Globe
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2017


The Old Globe presents its 20th annual production of Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!* The holiday musical will run tonight, November 4, through December 24 on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center.

Edward Watts to Go Green in 'THE GRINCH' at The Old Globe; Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 6, 2017


The Old Globe today announced the complete cast and creative team for the Globe's 20th annual production of Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!* The holiday musical will run November 4 - December 24 on the Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage in the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center.

Hedwig and the Angry Inch FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Hedwig and the Angry Inch have there been?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has had 8 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1998, Off-Broadway which opened in 1998, London Fringe which opened in 2005, New York which opened in 2006, Off-Broadway which opened in 2007, Broadway which opened in 2014, US Tour which opened in 2016 and US Tour which opened in 2016.

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