Bureau Export Presents the Next Wave of French Talent at SXSW 2016
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2016
Supporting French music artists in the US for 20+ years, Bureau Export returns to SXSW this year with an intoxicating lineup featuring several household names in France ready to break through to U.S. audiences. France Rocks is organizing at least three showcases at SXSW 2016, including a Lunch with French Tech at Brush Square Park on Tuesday March 15th, a showcase that evening at Trinity Hall on 6th St, and a Thursdayevening showcase at Central Presbyterian Church.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2016
Supporting French music artists in the US for 20+ years, Bureau Export returns to SXSW this year with an intoxicating lineup featuring several household names in France ready to break through to U.S. audiences. France Rocks is organizing at least three showcases at SXSW 2016, including a Lunch with French Tech at Brush Square Park on Tuesday March 15th, a showcase that evening at Trinity Hall on 6th St, and a Thursdayevening showcase at Central Presbyterian Church.
Joshua Denning and the Fine Arts Academy at McCallum High School
by Frank Benge - March 04, 2016
Broadway World Austin continues our series looking into Austin area theatres with the Fine Arts Academy at McCallum High School. As Austin ISD's district-wide fine arts intensive high school program, it provides arts education for 9th - 12th grade students pursuing an accelerated arts curriculum as fine arts majors. McCallum Fine Arts Academy attracts a diverse student body from all over Austin, including students who attended public, private, and home middle schools. We sat down to talk to director Joshua Denning to get a deeper look into this program that is producing theatre that holds up to the work being produced on any stage in town.
by Frank Benge - March 04, 2016
Broadway World Austin continues our series looking into Austin area theatres with the Fine Arts Academy at McCallum High School. As Austin ISD's district-wide fine arts intensive high school program, it provides arts education for 9th - 12th grade students pursuing an accelerated arts curriculum as fine arts majors. McCallum Fine Arts Academy attracts a diverse student body from all over Austin, including students who attended public, private, and home middle schools. We sat down to talk to director Joshua Denning to get a deeper look into this program that is producing theatre that holds up to the work being produced on any stage in town.
The Back Pack Brings Evening of Entertainment and Laughter to Austin
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2016
The Back Pack has been together doing silly short shows on stage since 2008, and now they are offering an evening of selected shorts from their repertoire!
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2016
The Back Pack has been together doing silly short shows on stage since 2008, and now they are offering an evening of selected shorts from their repertoire!
SXSW to Welcome President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as Keynote Speakers
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2016
South by Southwest (SXSW) is honored to announce President Barack Obama will appear as part of a Keynote Conversation at SXSW Interactive on Friday, March 11 and First Lady Michelle Obama will be the opening Keynote at SXSW Music on Wednesday, March 16.
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2016
South by Southwest (SXSW) is honored to announce President Barack Obama will appear as part of a Keynote Conversation at SXSW Interactive on Friday, March 11 and First Lady Michelle Obama will be the opening Keynote at SXSW Music on Wednesday, March 16.
Third Eye Blind & More Added to Southwest Invasion Concert Series, 3/17-19
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2016
Quantum Collective has added 13 new acts to the lineup for their 5th Annual Southwest Invasion concert series, held from March 17-19 in Austin, TX. Third Eye Blind will kick off their North American tour with a special performance at Southwest Invasion, joined by Made of Oak (Nick Sanborn of Sylvan Esso), Paper Lions, POWERS, Yuck, Little Hurricane, The Young Wild, Bee's Knees, Transviolet, Great Caesar, Stolar and Austin's Los Coast. Other acts confirmed for the series include Talib Kweli, MSTRKRFT, Deap Vally, Arkells, Green River Ordinance, Jamie Kent, Into It. Over It, Lucky Chops, Night Beats, Overcoats, Quiet Company, Gingger Shankar, The Wild Feathers and Wintersleep. Along with over 25 concerts, Southwest Invasion creates a village of artists, goods, non-profit organizations and services for an audience of 15,000 people throughout the three day event on the rooftop and in the courtyard of the Whole Foods flagship store in Austin.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2016
Quantum Collective has added 13 new acts to the lineup for their 5th Annual Southwest Invasion concert series, held from March 17-19 in Austin, TX. Third Eye Blind will kick off their North American tour with a special performance at Southwest Invasion, joined by Made of Oak (Nick Sanborn of Sylvan Esso), Paper Lions, POWERS, Yuck, Little Hurricane, The Young Wild, Bee's Knees, Transviolet, Great Caesar, Stolar and Austin's Los Coast. Other acts confirmed for the series include Talib Kweli, MSTRKRFT, Deap Vally, Arkells, Green River Ordinance, Jamie Kent, Into It. Over It, Lucky Chops, Night Beats, Overcoats, Quiet Company, Gingger Shankar, The Wild Feathers and Wintersleep. Along with over 25 concerts, Southwest Invasion creates a village of artists, goods, non-profit organizations and services for an audience of 15,000 people throughout the three day event on the rooftop and in the courtyard of the Whole Foods flagship store in Austin.
BWW Review: AS YOU LIKE IT - A Blissfully Flawless Production
by Lynn Beaver - March 01, 2016
William Shakespeare's AS YOU LIKE IT, by Shrewd Productions and playing at Trinity Street Theatre is a blissful, flawless evening at the theatre.
by Lynn Beaver - March 01, 2016
William Shakespeare's AS YOU LIKE IT, by Shrewd Productions and playing at Trinity Street Theatre is a blissful, flawless evening at the theatre.
Photo Flash: First Look at TexARTS' AND THEN THERE WERE NONE
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2016
For the final production of the 2015-16 professional season, TexARTS presents the classic murder mystery, Agatha Christie's 'And Then There Were None.' Set in a solitary island mansion, ten strangers are brought together under mysterious circumstances. All seems perfectly civilized until one by one they are murdered in poetic fashion. Find out whodunit at the Kam & James Morris Theatre, February 19-28.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2016
For the final production of the 2015-16 professional season, TexARTS presents the classic murder mystery, Agatha Christie's 'And Then There Were None.' Set in a solitary island mansion, ten strangers are brought together under mysterious circumstances. All seems perfectly civilized until one by one they are murdered in poetic fashion. Find out whodunit at the Kam & James Morris Theatre, February 19-28.
The Lakeway Players to Present GHOST OF A CHANCE
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2016
The Lakeway Players will perform the 'dramedy' 'Ghost of a Chance' by Flip Kobler and Cindy Marcus, delightfully directed by Lakeway's own Linda Dobbs.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2016
The Lakeway Players will perform the 'dramedy' 'Ghost of a Chance' by Flip Kobler and Cindy Marcus, delightfully directed by Lakeway's own Linda Dobbs.
BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Delights All Ages
by Michelle Hache - February 26, 2016
Opening to a warm and receptive full house on Tuesday night, the national tour of the Broadway revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's iconic favorite, THE SOUND OF MUSIC proved to be an evening you simply mustn't miss. Whether you are seeking to introduce your child or grandchild to the warm and familiar music and storyline that you grew up with, or if you're a die-hard musical junkie that follows every article of Playbill or BroadwayWorld for the latest news, three-time Tony Award winning Director Jack O'Brien has successfully taken a vintage piece of musical theater and updated subtle elements of its execution with some of the hottest up-and-coming talent in what is arguably one of the most well-known, well-loved musicals of all time.
by Michelle Hache - February 26, 2016
Opening to a warm and receptive full house on Tuesday night, the national tour of the Broadway revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's iconic favorite, THE SOUND OF MUSIC proved to be an evening you simply mustn't miss. Whether you are seeking to introduce your child or grandchild to the warm and familiar music and storyline that you grew up with, or if you're a die-hard musical junkie that follows every article of Playbill or BroadwayWorld for the latest news, three-time Tony Award winning Director Jack O'Brien has successfully taken a vintage piece of musical theater and updated subtle elements of its execution with some of the hottest up-and-coming talent in what is arguably one of the most well-known, well-loved musicals of all time.
Brooke Van Poppelen to Host SXSW Interactive Innovation Awards, Record Debut Album
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2016
The 'practically peerless' Brooke Van Poppelen (host of Hack My Life on truTV, @midnight, The Nightly Show) will be hosting the SXSW Interactive Innovation Awards in Austin on Tuesday, March 17th, joined by special guest Julian Velard.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2016
The 'practically peerless' Brooke Van Poppelen (host of Hack My Life on truTV, @midnight, The Nightly Show) will be hosting the SXSW Interactive Innovation Awards in Austin on Tuesday, March 17th, joined by special guest Julian Velard.
Spectrum Theatre Company to Stage CROWNS: A GOSPEL MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2016
Spectrum Theatre Company is preparing for the first production of its 2016 season: CROWNS: A GOSPEL MUSICAL, by Regina Taylor. The show will run for two weeks at Austin Playhouse from March 10th to March 20th, Thursday through Sunday of each week, with a bonus performance during the second week on Wednesday, March 16th, 2016. This award winning musical is centered around the story of a Brooklyn bred, street-tough young woman named Yolonda, who journeys to find heritage, culture and the individual within - but not without the help of a group of well-seasoned church women and their colorfully adorned hats.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2016
Spectrum Theatre Company is preparing for the first production of its 2016 season: CROWNS: A GOSPEL MUSICAL, by Regina Taylor. The show will run for two weeks at Austin Playhouse from March 10th to March 20th, Thursday through Sunday of each week, with a bonus performance during the second week on Wednesday, March 16th, 2016. This award winning musical is centered around the story of a Brooklyn bred, street-tough young woman named Yolonda, who journeys to find heritage, culture and the individual within - but not without the help of a group of well-seasoned church women and their colorfully adorned hats.
Talib Kweli, MSTRKRFT, Deap Vally & Slated for Southwest Invasion Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2016
Quantum Collective has unveiled the lineup for their 5th Annual Southwest Invasion concert series, held from March 17-19 in Austin, TX.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2016
Quantum Collective has unveiled the lineup for their 5th Annual Southwest Invasion concert series, held from March 17-19 in Austin, TX.
BWW Review: A SHINING ATTRIBUTE – Short and Sassy
by Frank Benge - February 23, 2016
A SHINING ATTRIBUTE by Candyce Rusk is a one act, solo work that tells the story of Bijou, a spirit that haunts a former burlesque house in Boston's Combat Zone. The Combat Zone was the name given in the 1960's to the adult entertainment district in downtown Boston, Massachusetts. In the early 70's the suggestively blue entertainment that was burlesque became less tease and more blunt nudity. A SHINING ATTRIBUTE explores the life and loves of Bijou, one of the denizens of The Combat Zone. This is a look at her downward slide through her final abusive yet oddly loving romance when she consorted with Greek mob boss Black Jack for her survival.
by Frank Benge - February 23, 2016
A SHINING ATTRIBUTE by Candyce Rusk is a one act, solo work that tells the story of Bijou, a spirit that haunts a former burlesque house in Boston's Combat Zone. The Combat Zone was the name given in the 1960's to the adult entertainment district in downtown Boston, Massachusetts. In the early 70's the suggestively blue entertainment that was burlesque became less tease and more blunt nudity. A SHINING ATTRIBUTE explores the life and loves of Bijou, one of the denizens of The Combat Zone. This is a look at her downward slide through her final abusive yet oddly loving romance when she consorted with Greek mob boss Black Jack for her survival.
BWW Review: FIRST DATE is a Charming Look at Dating
by Frank Benge - February 23, 2016
FIRST DATE THE MUSICAL is a new musical with a book by Austin Winsberg and music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner. It's based around the various permutations of blind dating. It made its world premiere in 2012 at Seattle's ACT Theatre in a 5th Avenue Theatre co-production and made its Broadway debut in 2013. FIRST DATE THE MUSICAL has a noticeable sitcom quality. It also has genuine wit, charm and a musical panache that is a breath of fresh air compared to the overblown musicals being created these days. Set mostly in a Manhattan restaurant, it shows the audience the extremely awkward first date of Aaron (Scott Garrett Graham) and Casey (Marett Hanes), a serial dater who's clearly more experienced with romance Russian roulette. This blind date is Aaron's reentry into the world of romance after being ditched at the altar by his fiancee, Allison (Kate Sullivan Gibbons), and his nervousness is clearly evident. The couple's inner thoughts are revealed in the evening's musical numbers.
by Frank Benge - February 23, 2016
FIRST DATE THE MUSICAL is a new musical with a book by Austin Winsberg and music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner. It's based around the various permutations of blind dating. It made its world premiere in 2012 at Seattle's ACT Theatre in a 5th Avenue Theatre co-production and made its Broadway debut in 2013. FIRST DATE THE MUSICAL has a noticeable sitcom quality. It also has genuine wit, charm and a musical panache that is a breath of fresh air compared to the overblown musicals being created these days. Set mostly in a Manhattan restaurant, it shows the audience the extremely awkward first date of Aaron (Scott Garrett Graham) and Casey (Marett Hanes), a serial dater who's clearly more experienced with romance Russian roulette. This blind date is Aaron's reentry into the world of romance after being ditched at the altar by his fiancee, Allison (Kate Sullivan Gibbons), and his nervousness is clearly evident. The couple's inner thoughts are revealed in the evening's musical numbers.
Ashley Brown from THE SOUND OF MUSIC on Tour
by Kathy Strain - February 19, 2016
THE SOUND OF MUSIC is one of the most beloved and enjoyed musicals by the famed duo of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein. The music transcends the ages and brings together a marvelous story with rich music and lyrics.
by Kathy Strain - February 19, 2016
THE SOUND OF MUSIC is one of the most beloved and enjoyed musicals by the famed duo of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein. The music transcends the ages and brings together a marvelous story with rich music and lyrics.
Shrewd Productions Stages AS YOU LIKE IT as Part of 'Shakespeare: Represent' Series Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2016
Shrewd Productions is doing Shakespeare? Why now?
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2016
Shrewd Productions is doing Shakespeare? Why now?
Photo Flash: A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS Begins Tonight at The City Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2016
The City Theatre continues its 2016 season with Robert Bolt's legendary award-winning drama A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS. The show runs three more weeks at The City Theatre, tonight, February 18, through March 6. BroadwayWorld has a look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2016
The City Theatre continues its 2016 season with Robert Bolt's legendary award-winning drama A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS. The show runs three more weeks at The City Theatre, tonight, February 18, through March 6. BroadwayWorld has a look at the cast in action below!
BWW Review: Superb Acting Makes A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS Magnificent Drama
by Frank Benge - February 17, 2016
A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS by Robert Bolt started out as a radio drama for BBC Radio in 1954. It was adapted into an hour-long live television version in 1957 and finally was reworked by Bolt for the stage in 1960. After success on the West End and on Broadway, it was subsequently made into an Academy Award winning 1966 film and a 1988 television movie. The title refers to Bolt's portrayal of More as the ultimate man of conscience remaining true to his beliefs while adapting to increasingly horrific circumstances. Bolt borrowed the title from Robert Whittington, a contemporary of More.
by Frank Benge - February 17, 2016
A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS by Robert Bolt started out as a radio drama for BBC Radio in 1954. It was adapted into an hour-long live television version in 1957 and finally was reworked by Bolt for the stage in 1960. After success on the West End and on Broadway, it was subsequently made into an Academy Award winning 1966 film and a 1988 television movie. The title refers to Bolt's portrayal of More as the ultimate man of conscience remaining true to his beliefs while adapting to increasingly horrific circumstances. Bolt borrowed the title from Robert Whittington, a contemporary of More.
WagakkiBand Set for SXSW 2016 Festival Showcase This Spring
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2016
Japan's hottest export, WagakkiBand announced details for their appearance at Austin's SXSW 2016 festival where they will perform at the The Des Moines Embassy (Red River & 6th street) on March 18 at midnight run by Live Nation.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2016
Japan's hottest export, WagakkiBand announced details for their appearance at Austin's SXSW 2016 festival where they will perform at the The Des Moines Embassy (Red River & 6th street) on March 18 at midnight run by Live Nation.
Photo Flash: First Look at A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS at The City Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2016
The City Theatre continues its 2016 season with Robert Bolt's legendary award-winning drama A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS. The show runs three more weeks at The City Theatre, February 18 - March 6. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2016
The City Theatre continues its 2016 season with Robert Bolt's legendary award-winning drama A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS. The show runs three more weeks at The City Theatre, February 18 - March 6. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
The Back Pack to Bring Evening of Entertainment and Laughter to Austin
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2016
The Back Pack has been together doing silly short shows on stage since 2008, and now they are offering an evening of selected shorts from their repertoire!
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2016
The Back Pack has been together doing silly short shows on stage since 2008, and now they are offering an evening of selected shorts from their repertoire!
Austin Symphony & BPI to Present LIGHTS, CAMERA...THE OSCARS!, 2/20
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2016
Broadway Pops International (BPI) presents LIGHTS, CAMERA...THE OSCARS! with the Austin Symphony Orchestra and conductor Peter Bay, starring BPI artists Marie Danvers (The Phantom of the Opera) and Sean MacLaughlin (The Phantom of the Opera, Evita).
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2016
Broadway Pops International (BPI) presents LIGHTS, CAMERA...THE OSCARS! with the Austin Symphony Orchestra and conductor Peter Bay, starring BPI artists Marie Danvers (The Phantom of the Opera) and Sean MacLaughlin (The Phantom of the Opera, Evita).
BWW Review: FIXING TIMON OF ATHENS Delivers Modern Parable On Greed
by Frank Benge - February 15, 2016
Timon of Athens by William Shakespeare is one of his plays that scholars either group with his tragedies or as one of the so-called "problem plays". FIXING TIMON OF ATHENS is part of an on-going attempt by the Rude Mechs to make more accessible and usable pieces of theatre out of the canon of Shakespeare's problem plays. With FIXING TIMON OF ATHENS Kirk Lynn has essentially cleaned-up and streamlined the play into a ten character piece that functions as a modern and timely parable about greed.
by Frank Benge - February 15, 2016
Timon of Athens by William Shakespeare is one of his plays that scholars either group with his tragedies or as one of the so-called "problem plays". FIXING TIMON OF ATHENS is part of an on-going attempt by the Rude Mechs to make more accessible and usable pieces of theatre out of the canon of Shakespeare's problem plays. With FIXING TIMON OF ATHENS Kirk Lynn has essentially cleaned-up and streamlined the play into a ten character piece that functions as a modern and timely parable about greed.
BWW Review: INGA BINGA Sneaking into the Mainstream
by Amy Bradley - February 15, 2016
Traveling back to 1942, with the world at war and every man and woman yearning to get into the fray, INGA BINGA highlights the J Edgar Hoover era of espionage. Frank Benge reliably directs this devious comedy in its regional debut, showcasing the original play by Julian Wiles. Taking place in an art-deco hotel in Charleston, South Carolina, we find Ensign Jack Kennedy (played by Justin West), planning a romantic and secretive weekend with the rumored Nazi supporter, Inga Arvad (played by Courtney Abud). In true Hoover fashion, the file on this affair is opened with Special Agent-in-Charge (played by Gene Storie) and Skip (played by Michael Rodriguez) an overzealous 'virgin agent' trying to make a name for himself at the Bureau. After bugging the entire room, and then hiding behind a swinging wall, complete with one-way mirror, the G Men set the historical stage for romance, intrigue, and full-frontal farce.
by Amy Bradley - February 15, 2016
Traveling back to 1942, with the world at war and every man and woman yearning to get into the fray, INGA BINGA highlights the J Edgar Hoover era of espionage. Frank Benge reliably directs this devious comedy in its regional debut, showcasing the original play by Julian Wiles. Taking place in an art-deco hotel in Charleston, South Carolina, we find Ensign Jack Kennedy (played by Justin West), planning a romantic and secretive weekend with the rumored Nazi supporter, Inga Arvad (played by Courtney Abud). In true Hoover fashion, the file on this affair is opened with Special Agent-in-Charge (played by Gene Storie) and Skip (played by Michael Rodriguez) an overzealous 'virgin agent' trying to make a name for himself at the Bureau. After bugging the entire room, and then hiding behind a swinging wall, complete with one-way mirror, the G Men set the historical stage for romance, intrigue, and full-frontal farce.
HCCT Announces Auditions for A LITTLE OFF THE TOP
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2016
The Hill Country Community Theatre announce open auditions for their production of the "A Little Off the Top" by Carl L. Williams.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2016
The Hill Country Community Theatre announce open auditions for their production of the "A Little Off the Top" by Carl L. Williams.
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