The Game is Up 1965

Opened: June 15, 1965

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TheatreWorks Reveals Lineup For 2024-25 Season of World and Regional Premieres, Commissions, and More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024


TheatreWorks Silicon Valley has announced its 54th season—a lineup of works to be presented October 2024 through July 2025. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 22, 2024
by - Mar 22, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 22, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 12, 2024
by - Mar 12, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 12, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Review: MAN OF LA MANCHA, This Tale of A Knight Errant Proves No Fool's Errand at Theatre 29
by Charlie Thomas - Mar 5, 2024


“Don Quixote”, Miguel de Cervantes’ epic Spanish masterpiece and arguably the world’s first modern novel, has survived the ravages of time since its initial publishing in 1605 as well as the pernicious predations of countless other “authors” who stole Cervantes’ story and published unofficial sequels to the tale over following years, particularly in the new world.

The Fisher Center at Bard Unveils SummerScape 2024 Programming Featuring Theater, Opera, Dance & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2024


The Fisher Center at Bard has revealed its SummerScape 2024 programming, running June 20 – August 18, 2024.

Find Out Who Won at the 2024 GRAMMYS - Full List of Winners!
by Michael Major - Feb 4, 2024


Find out who won at the GRAMMYs. Notable winners include Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, SZA, Fred Again.., Shucked songwriter Brandy Clark, Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift, The Beatles, Kylie Minogue, Billie Eilish for the Barbie soundtrack, and more.

Feature: BRITISH INVASION 2024 at Central Standard Theatre
by Alan Portner - Dec 4, 2023


Since 2010 Central Standard Theatre has been producing thought inducing, innovative theatre.  Based in Kansas City, CST offers an international angle to the local theatre scene.  With productions touring Britain, Ireland, Canada and Australia, CST offers the world a unique view of who we are in the Heartland by showcasing our culture at theatre festivals around the world. CST also brings the world to Kansas City.  Annually, The Invasion features the best solo work from International theatre artists.

What's New on Max This December 2023
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2023


Stream Original Comedy Specials “Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!” For HBO And “Gary Gulman: Born on 3rd Base” For Max, Max Original Documentary “Oprah and The Color Purple Journey,” HBO Original Documentary Series “Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning,” and more. Check out what's coming to Max and leaving Max in December 2023.

The SHEID to Present The Broadway Tenors in 'TIS THE SEASON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023


The Broadway Tenors bring your favorite holiday songs to life in a multi-media concert. Join them on December 5, 2023, at The SHEID in Mountain Home, Arkansas. Get ready for an enchanting evening of entertainment!

Taylor Swift & More Nominated For 2024 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations!
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2023


Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, and more were also nominated for GRAMMYS. Check out the full list of nominations now! Sweeney Todd, Parade, and more were nominated in the Best Musical Theatre Album category.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 07th, 2023
by - Nov 7, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  November 07, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

New Exhibition Grounded In Disability Innovation to Open At UCI Beall Center For Art + Technology
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2023


Discover a groundbreaking exhibition at UCI Beall Center for Art + Technology, featuring innovative multisensory media art installations that aim to broaden access through disability innovation. Explore the work of artists Meesh Fradkin, Carmen Papalia, Josephine Sales, Andy Slater, and Olivia Ting.

Review: FETCH CLAY, MAKE MAN at Kirk Douglas Theatre
by Evan Henerson - Jul 4, 2023


In FETCH CLAY, MAKE MAN, Will Power investigates the friendship as a fascinating dual study in individual character and cultural identity. Under Debbie Allen’s rocking direction at the Douglas, the play is as exciting as it is thoughtful.  THE BEAR’s Edwin Lee Gibson and Ray Fisher act the daylights out of it.

Interview: Leslie Sloan on Creating HIGH HEELS ON WHEELS The Musical at the Hudson Backstage Theatre
by Shari Barrett - Jun 21, 2023


Those of us who remember the 60s no doubt were fans of Roller Derby on television. But ever wonder what it was like behind-the-scenes when the rough and tough female skaters let their hair down? The new musical High Heels on Wheels, with lyrics and book by Leslie Sloan and music by Eliza Jane McNamara, is part of this month’s Hollywood Fringe Festival and shares the story of Doris Selander, the best carhop in town, who decides to try out for the open spot of the local derby team in 1965. Her life takes many directions once she makes the decision to follow her dreams to roller derby stardom, despite the roadblocks in her way. I decided to speak with Leslie Sloan about the process of bringing it to the Hollywood Fringe Festival.

Recap the 2023 Tony Awards Acceptance Speeches
by Team BWW - Jun 11, 2023


The 76th Annual Tony Awards have officially begun! As winners take the stage this evening, stay tuned to BroadwayWorld as we bring you full text of all of the acceptance speeches; from the emotional to the humorous, and everything in between.

UW-Green Bay College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science Announces Spring Concerts
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 30, 2023


UW-Green Bay, College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science (CAHSS) have announced their upcoming events, which are open to the public.

Review Roundup: CAMELOT Opens On Broadway Starring Phillipa Soo, Jordan Donica, Andrew Burnap & More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 13, 2023


The Lincoln Center Theater production of Lerner and Loewe's Camelot opens tonight at the Vivian Beaumont Theater directed by Tony Award-winner Bartlett Sher. Read reviews for the production!

Concert At Husson University's Gracie Theatre To Feature Gifted Folk Musician Tom Rush
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2023


Gifted musician and performer Tom Rush will bring his distinctive folk music, guitar style, wry humor and warm, expressive voice to Husson University's Gracie Theatre on Friday, March 24, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.

The Temptations And The Four Tops To Perform As Part Of SERVPRO Of CHESTERFIELD AFTER HOURS 2023 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2023


The Temptations and The Four Tops will perform as part of the SERVPRO of Chesterfield After Hours 2023 Season at the River City Sportsplex in Midlothian, VA on Thursday, June 29, 2023. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 24, 2023 at 10:00 AM. A limited number of Early Bird General Admission tickets will be available for $21 until March 30th while supplies last. 

Jane Asher Leads the Cast of THE CIRCLE at Orange Tree Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2023


The Orange Tree Theatre today announces the full cast for Somerset Maugham's The Circle, directed by Tom Littler in his Orange Tree debut as Artistic Director since taking up the role in January this year.

Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2023


The full cast and creative team has been announced for the brand new Kander & Ebb musical, NEW YORK, NEW YORK. Plus, check out a new trailer of the cast in action!

Performance Schedule Announced for 17th Annual FRIGID Fringe Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2023


FRIGID New York has announced the performance schedule for their 17th Annual FRIGID Fringe Festival at The Kraine Theater and UNDER St. Marks February 15-March 5, 2023.

Lineup Announced for 17th Annual FRIGID Fringe Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2022


FRIGID New York has announced the lineup of performances for their 17th Annual FRIGID Fringe Festival at The Kraine Theater and UNDER St. Marks February 15-March 5, 2023.

PBS to Premiere AMERICAN MASTERS: GROUCHO & CAVETT
by Michael Major - Oct 5, 2022


American Masters: Groucho & Cavett explores the enduring friendship between Emmy Award-winning television personality Dick Cavett and iconic comedian Groucho Marx. Cavett, a writer for Jack Parr on The Tonight Show, met Marx at the funeral of playwright George S. Kaufman in 1961.

Imagine This Women's International Film Festival Announces Lineup For Seventh Annual Film Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 6, 2022


Imagine This Productions has announced the 136 films and 17 screenplays named as finalists for 2022 Imagine This Women's International Film Festival (ITWIFF), which will be presented in a hybrid format in New York from Sept. 23 to Oct. 2, 2022.

The Game is Up FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Game is Up have there been?
The Game is Up has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1965.

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