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Virtual Theatre This Weekend: May 1-2- with Andrea McArdle, Telly Leung, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 1, 2021


Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, May 1-2, 2021.

East Lynne Theater Company Announces 2021 Summer/Fall Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2021


The award-winning East Lynne Theater Company has announced its upcoming summer/fall season, with both indoor and outdoor performances.

BWW Review: BIRDSONG, Original Theatre Online
by Louise Penn - Jun 30, 2020


The Original Theatre Company commemorate the 104th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme by bringing their adaptation of Sebastian Faulks's Birdsong to the screen. Building on the techniques used to stream during the early stages of lockdown, Birdsong loses none of its power, relevance, or sense of storytelling.

Three-Day Line-Up Announced for Black Lives, Black Words 'I AM...FEST'
by Julie Musbach - Apr 9, 2019


Black Lives, Black Words International Project, in partnership with Goodman Theatre and Artistic Directors of the Future, is proud to announce the festival line-up for "I AM…FEST: A Celebration of Women of Color in Arts, Activism and Leadership." Curated by Black Lives, Black Words Co-founders Reginald Edmund and Simeilia Hodge-Dallaway, "I AM…FEST" is a first-of-its-kind international festival that shines a spotlights on female voices across the globe through three days of innovative and inspiring events.

Irish Rep Announces Full Cast For THE PLOUGH AND THE STARS
by Julie Musbach - Feb 20, 2019


Irish Repertory Theatre announced today special events and programming for the month of March as part of the The Sean O'Casey Season, a comprehensive retrospective of the work of renowned Irish playwright Sean O'Casey, celebrating 30 years of Irish Repertory Theatre.

John Brancy And Pianist Peter Dugan Pay Homage To The End Of WWI In ARMISTICE: THE JOURNEY HOME
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2018


Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota is pleased to present baritone John Brancy and pianist Peter Dugan performing "Armistice: The Journey Home," Saturday, November 3, 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, November 4, 3:00 p.m., at the Historic Asolo Theater, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. The program, which tells the story of men and women who must find their way back home, literally and figuratively, from the ravages of war, features a compelling selection of music by Holst, Schubert, Rachmaninoff, Irving Berlin, Pete Seeger, and more. Reserved seat tickets are $25 to $45 and are available online at www.artistseriesconcerts.org or by calling 941-306-1202. $10 student tickets are available at the door with current student ID.

Roald Dahl's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Announces Digital Lottery in Chicago
by Julie Musbach - Sep 27, 2018


Broadway In Chicago has announced that a digital lottery will begin October 1 at 9 a.m. for Roald Dahl's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY.  Roald Dahl's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY will play a limited engagement at Broadway In Chicago's Oriental Theatre (24 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL) from October 2 - October 21.

Son Of Semele Announces A Jam-Packed 2018 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2018


New for 2018, performances in the first two weeks of Son of Semele Ensemble productions will be pay-what-you-can! (Please note, this policy does not apply to festivals and guest productions.) In addition, Son of Semele continues to offer all patrons a complimentary beverage with proof they took a taxi, Uber or Lyft to the theater.

Son Of Semele Announces 2018 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2018


Son of Semele has announced its full line-up of 2018 programming at the Son of Semele Theater, located at 3301 Beverly Boulevard (@Hoover) in Los Angeles.New for 2018, performances in the first two weeks of Son of Semele Ensemble shows will be pay-what-you-can. In addition, Son of Semele continues to offer all patrons a complimentary beverage with proof they took a taxi, Uber or Lyft to the theater.

Haven Theatre Completes 2017-18 Season with FEAR AND MISERY OF THE THIRD REICH
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 12, 2017


Haven Theatre is pleased to announce the final production slated for its 2017-18 Season, Bertolt Brecht's unsettling and unflinching drama FEAR AND MISERY OF THE THIRD REICH, translated by Eric Bentley and directed by Artistic Director Josh Sobel, playing February 8 March 11, 2018. Casting will be announced at a later date.

Will You Win a Golden Ticket? Digital Lottery Launches Today for Broadway's CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by BWW News Desk - Aug 11, 2017


The new Broadway musical Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory will launch a digital lottery on Friday, August 11, 2017, making a limited number of $40 tickets available for all performances.

BWW CD Review: Seattle Symphony, Morlot, Pay Homage to Henri Dutilleux
by Erica Miner - Aug 11, 2016


Not many conductors have the privilege to be mentored by a living composer. Seattle Symphony Music Director Ludovic Morlot counts himself a part of that echelon

This Year Penguin Young Readers and the Roald Dahl Literary Estate Celebrate 100 Years
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 7, 2016


2016 marks 100 years since the birth of Roald Dahl, the author of beloved stories such as Matilda, Fantastic Mr. Fox, and The BFG. Two of Roald Dahl's most popular novels, James and the Giant Peach and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, were written while Roald Dahl lived in the U.S. and were inspired by American culture-finding success here first before going on to become global bestsellers.

Anthony Kearns to Open National Memorial Day Parade Program
by Louisa Brady - May 29, 2016


World-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns will open the 2016 National Memorial Day Parade Program in Washington, D.C., on Monday, May 30, 2016 at 2 p.m. Eastern., it was announced.

Music, Dance, Silent Films and More Slated for Schimmel Center's 2015-16 Season
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2015


Schimmel Center at Pace University is proud to announce the 2015 | 2016 season at The Schimmel Center at Pace University, located at 3 Spruce Street between Park Row and Gold Street in downtown Manhattan, adjacent to City Hall and the Brooklyn Bridge.  Schimmel Center is a world-class performing arts and culture series with an emphasis on showcasing the globe's greatest talents in the areas of theatre, music, cabaret, dance, film and family entertainment. 

Sinead O'Connor Releases 'The Foggy Dew' Single Today
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2015


Sinead O'Connor is an international recording artist who needs no introduction. She has recorded 'The Foggy Dew' in honour of the funeral re-enactment of Jeremiah O'Donovan Rossa in Dublin, Ireland on August 1st 2015. The track will be available as a free download from today, August 5th 2015.

Sinead O'Connor to Release 'The Foggy Dew' Single, 8/5
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2015


Sinead O'Connor is an international recording artist who needs no introduction. She has recorded 'The Foggy Dew' in honour of the funeral re-enactment of Jeremiah O'Donovan Rossa in Dublin, Ireland tomorrow, August 1st 2015. The track will be available as a free download from August 5th 2015.

InDepth InterView: Santino Fontana Talks Encores! ZORBA!, Plus FROZEN, New TV Series, Upcoming Tina Fey Film & More
by Pat Cerasaro - Apr 27, 2015


Today we are talking to a spectacularly accomplished Broadway leading man with a considerable TV and film resume who plays a prominent role in the new Encores! production of John Kander & Fred Ebb's Tony Award-winning musical ZORBA coming up next month, the thoughtful Santino Fontana. Explaining his part in the production as well as the unique demands of a special limited run concert presentation such as ZORBA! is, Fontana also opens up about the rehearsal process for the show and the developing rapport and camaraderie between himself and the starry assortment of fellow cast members involved in the production - including John Turturro, Zoe Wanamaker, Marin Mazzie and more, all directed by Walter Bobbie. Besides the full 411 on ZOBRA, Fontana also sheds considerable light on his many current and upcoming projects, including the recently released FROZEN follow-up short musical film FROZEN FEVER and whether or not he would like to be involved in subsequent FROZEN-related entities. Furthermore, Fontana gives us a first look at his new TV series SHADES OF BLUE, starring Jennifer Lopez, as well as his new feature film comedy SISTERS, starring Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. Additionally, Fontana previews his upcoming PBS twofer with the hotly anticipated premiere of his recent Broadway play ACT ONE, as well as a Mormon Tabernacle Choir concert co-starring members of SESAME STREET. All of that, SUBMISSIONS ONLY reflections, comments on MOZART IN THE JUNGLE and much, much more!

Five Celebrity Chefs Immortalized On Limited Edition Forever Stamps
by Robert Diamond - Sep 26, 2014


The Postal Service is cooking up a feast of 20 million Limited Edition Celebrity Chefs Forever stamps today. The sugar-free, fat-free, zero-calorie stamps will be on the menu of the nation's Post Offices beginning today.

Lineup Announced for 14th Annual Coney Island Film Fest
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 8, 2014


The 14th annual installment of the Coney Island Film Festival (named one of the '25 Coolest Film Festivals' by MovieMaker Magazine) hits the shores of Coney Island from Friday, September 19th through Sunday, September 21st.

The Mariinsky Announces Inaugural Programming for Opening of Mariinsky II Opera House in Russia, May 2-4
by BWW News Desk - Mar 19, 2013


The Mariinsky Theatre, one of the largest and most acclaimed performing arts institutions in the world, under the leadership of Artistic and General Director Valery Gergiev, today announced that its new state-of-the-art opera house, Mariinsky II, will open to the public with three celebratory days of star-studded musical and dance performances from May 2 through 4, 2013. Further defining the Mariinsky as one of the world's premier centers for classical music, opera and ballet, the opening of the new hall marks the completion of the Mariinsky Cultural Complex in St. Petersburg's historic Theatre Square and provides the legendary Russian organization with even greater artistic possibilities.

Randy Kaplan To Perform A Family Concert At The Jewish Museum
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2012


Randy Kaplan will perform a concert for families at The Jewish Museum on Sunday, January 22 at 2:00 pm.

Randy Kaplan To Perform A Family Concert At The Jewish Museum
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 30, 2011


Randy Kaplan will perform a concert for families at The Jewish Museum on Sunday, January 22 at 2:00 pm.

The Jewish Museum To Present Kids Flix Mix 12/26-27
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2011


The Jewish Museum will present Kids Flix Mix, twelve animated short films for kids, on Monday and Tuesday, December 26 and 27 at 11:30 am.

The Jewish Museum To Remain Open Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 25, 2011


Continuing its popular tradition, The Jewish Museum will be open on Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25 from 11 am to 4:30 pm.

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