Austin Film Festival Announces Winners of 2015 Film Competition
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2015
Austin Film Festival (AFF), the premier Festival to recognize the writer's contribution to film, is pleased to announce its 2015 Jury and Hiscox Audience and Courage Award Winners in Film, as well as the Screenplay & Teleplay Competition winners.
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2015
Austin Film Festival (AFF), the premier Festival to recognize the writer's contribution to film, is pleased to announce its 2015 Jury and Hiscox Audience and Courage Award Winners in Film, as well as the Screenplay & Teleplay Competition winners.
Voting Opens for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - November 10, 2015
Voting has now opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Austin Regional Awards!
by BWW Special Coverage - November 10, 2015
Voting has now opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Austin Regional Awards!
BWW Interviews: KINKY BOOTS on Tour - J. Harrison Ghee as Lola
by Kathy Strain - November 09, 2015
BWW caught up with J. Harrison Ghee,who portrays Lola/Simon on the North American tour of KINKY BOOTS recently as he shared some of his most rewarding experiences in his career.
by Kathy Strain - November 09, 2015
BWW caught up with J. Harrison Ghee,who portrays Lola/Simon on the North American tour of KINKY BOOTS recently as he shared some of his most rewarding experiences in his career.
Dance Repertory Theatre Presents Fall For Dance
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2015
Under the direction of Charles O. Anderson, Andrea Beckham and Dorothy O'Shea Overbey, The University of Texas at Austin's award-winning dance company Dance Repertory Theatre returns to the stage in Fall For Dance, November 12-15 at the B. Iden Payne Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2015
Under the direction of Charles O. Anderson, Andrea Beckham and Dorothy O'Shea Overbey, The University of Texas at Austin's award-winning dance company Dance Repertory Theatre returns to the stage in Fall For Dance, November 12-15 at the B. Iden Payne Theatre.
Lisa Scheps of Ground Floor Theatre
by Frank Benge - November 09, 2015
In what is planned to be a series of articles about Austin theatre companies, we start by talking with Lisa Scheps who in January of this year opened a brand new theatre space in Austin. Although they did have a first performance in December of 2014, Ground Floor Theatre did not officially open until January.
by Frank Benge - November 09, 2015
In what is planned to be a series of articles about Austin theatre companies, we start by talking with Lisa Scheps who in January of this year opened a brand new theatre space in Austin. Although they did have a first performance in December of 2014, Ground Floor Theatre did not officially open until January.
BWW Review: NAKED AS A GAYBIRD is a Tour de Force Tour of One Man's Journey
by Frank Benge - November 09, 2015
The journey of every gay person is different and, in ways, the same. The hurts, the emotional scars and the retrospectively funny stories are all part of the baggage of every gay person and part of what makes us the survivors that stand here today. In NAKED AS A GAYBIRD, writer and performer Jay Byrd starts the tale of his journey by literally dragging that baggage on stage and then proceeding to unpack it. In turns, his story is touching, hilarious, painful… and at every moment, damn entertaining.
by Frank Benge - November 09, 2015
The journey of every gay person is different and, in ways, the same. The hurts, the emotional scars and the retrospectively funny stories are all part of the baggage of every gay person and part of what makes us the survivors that stand here today. In NAKED AS A GAYBIRD, writer and performer Jay Byrd starts the tale of his journey by literally dragging that baggage on stage and then proceeding to unpack it. In turns, his story is touching, hilarious, painful… and at every moment, damn entertaining.
TexARTS Teens to Present Original Musical Revue of Broadway Favorites
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2015
The TexARTS Musical Theatre Academy is known throughout the Lake Travis region for producing memorable youth productions like 'Beauty and the Beast Jr.,' 'Bring It On the Musical' and 'Legally Blonde the Musical,' but this fall, the students have taken on a whole new challenge. A collaboration of TexARTS artistic director Darren Gibson and show director Russel Taylor, these 23 teenage artists have put into production an original revue of Broadway favorites called 'Project Broadway: Working Title.'
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2015
The TexARTS Musical Theatre Academy is known throughout the Lake Travis region for producing memorable youth productions like 'Beauty and the Beast Jr.,' 'Bring It On the Musical' and 'Legally Blonde the Musical,' but this fall, the students have taken on a whole new challenge. A collaboration of TexARTS artistic director Darren Gibson and show director Russel Taylor, these 23 teenage artists have put into production an original revue of Broadway favorites called 'Project Broadway: Working Title.'
Ground Floor Theatre presents PARADE For Limited Engagement
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2015
Ground Floor Theatre, Central Texas' newest theatre company announces its inaugural production, a concert version of the hit musical PARADE with book by Alfred Uhry and music/lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, December 3-5 at 8:00 pm with a Saturday matinee at 2pm at Ground Floor Theatre, located at 979 Springdale Road in Austin at the corner of Springdale and Airport Boulevard.
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2015
Ground Floor Theatre, Central Texas' newest theatre company announces its inaugural production, a concert version of the hit musical PARADE with book by Alfred Uhry and music/lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, December 3-5 at 8:00 pm with a Saturday matinee at 2pm at Ground Floor Theatre, located at 979 Springdale Road in Austin at the corner of Springdale and Airport Boulevard.
THE NUTCRACKER and HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA Coming Up at TexARTS
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2015
TexARTS will make your holidays merry and bright with its annual holiday show lineup. Scroll down for details!
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2015
TexARTS will make your holidays merry and bright with its annual holiday show lineup. Scroll down for details!
BWW Review: DEAR PENELOPE - A Love Letter To Girl Buddies
by Lynn Beaver - November 05, 2015
DEAR PENELOPE by Kat Sparks, produced by SouthWest Theatre Productions that played a short two week run at the Dougherty Arts Center is a sweet love letter to girlfriend/buddy situation comedy.
by Lynn Beaver - November 05, 2015
DEAR PENELOPE by Kat Sparks, produced by SouthWest Theatre Productions that played a short two week run at the Dougherty Arts Center is a sweet love letter to girlfriend/buddy situation comedy.
The City Theatre Will Bring STEEL MAGNOLIAS to Austin This Thanksgiving Weekend
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2015
Fall in love with the ladies of Truvy's Beauty Salon all over again! The City Theatre proudly presents the holiday production of Robert Harling's comedic gem, Steel Magnolias. Under the direction of CTC Artistic Director Andy Berkovsky, performances begin November 20through January 3rd at The City Theatre. Two shows Thanksgiving weekend, Saturday and Sunday, November 28th and 29th.
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2015
Fall in love with the ladies of Truvy's Beauty Salon all over again! The City Theatre proudly presents the holiday production of Robert Harling's comedic gem, Steel Magnolias. Under the direction of CTC Artistic Director Andy Berkovsky, performances begin November 20through January 3rd at The City Theatre. Two shows Thanksgiving weekend, Saturday and Sunday, November 28th and 29th.
Pollyanna Theatre Company Presents UNDER THE BIG TOP
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2015
Central Texas' most well-known children's theatre company, Pollyanna Theatre in Strategic Alliance with the Long Center, presents UNDER THE BIG TOP- An Interactive Theatre Experience for Very Young Children by playwright Bethany Lynn Corey, November 4-7 and 11-14 at 9:30 and 11:30 am at the AT&T Conference Room the Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 West Riverside, Austin, TX 78704.
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2015
Central Texas' most well-known children's theatre company, Pollyanna Theatre in Strategic Alliance with the Long Center, presents UNDER THE BIG TOP- An Interactive Theatre Experience for Very Young Children by playwright Bethany Lynn Corey, November 4-7 and 11-14 at 9:30 and 11:30 am at the AT&T Conference Room the Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 West Riverside, Austin, TX 78704.
Austin Film Festival Begins Production on New Weekly Radio Program ON STORY
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2015
Austin Film Festival (AFF), also known as "The Writers Festival," is pleased to announce production of On Story as a new weekly radio program
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2015
Austin Film Festival (AFF), also known as "The Writers Festival," is pleased to announce production of On Story as a new weekly radio program
BWW Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is a Great Fun Evening
by Frank Benge - November 02, 2015
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is a musical with music, lyrics and a book by Richard O'Brien. A camp tribute to the drive-in science fiction and horror B movie double features of the late 40's through early 70's, it tells the story of newly engaged couple Brad Majors (Daniel Cline) and Janet Weiss (Becca Seferian) who get caught in a storm and come to the castle of mad transvestite scientist Frank N. Furter (Kirk Kelso) on the night he unveils his new creation. That creation is an artificially made, physically perfect muscle man named Rocky (Alejandro Rodriguez), complete 'with long hair and a tan'. The musical was later adapted into the 1975 film The Rocky Horror Picture Show, which has the longest-running release in film history after bombing at the box office on its initial release. The musical has been ranked eighth in the BBC Radio listener poll of the 'Nation's Number One Essential Musicals'.
by Frank Benge - November 02, 2015
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is a musical with music, lyrics and a book by Richard O'Brien. A camp tribute to the drive-in science fiction and horror B movie double features of the late 40's through early 70's, it tells the story of newly engaged couple Brad Majors (Daniel Cline) and Janet Weiss (Becca Seferian) who get caught in a storm and come to the castle of mad transvestite scientist Frank N. Furter (Kirk Kelso) on the night he unveils his new creation. That creation is an artificially made, physically perfect muscle man named Rocky (Alejandro Rodriguez), complete 'with long hair and a tan'. The musical was later adapted into the 1975 film The Rocky Horror Picture Show, which has the longest-running release in film history after bombing at the box office on its initial release. The musical has been ranked eighth in the BBC Radio listener poll of the 'Nation's Number One Essential Musicals'.
Tapestry Dance & Balance Dance Studios Share Space, Vision for Austin's Growing Dance Scene
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2015
After eight years at their current South Austin location, Tapestry Dance Company, the world's only full-time professional tap company is moving, taking up residence adjacent to the like-minded Balance Dance Studios, known for its innovative philosophy of healthy mind, body and soul development through dance. The facility is located at 4544 S. Lamar Blvd., Bldg. 200, Austin, 78745. The move will take place on Monday, October 19th and there will be a special community-wide open house today, October 30th from 5-7:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2015
After eight years at their current South Austin location, Tapestry Dance Company, the world's only full-time professional tap company is moving, taking up residence adjacent to the like-minded Balance Dance Studios, known for its innovative philosophy of healthy mind, body and soul development through dance. The facility is located at 4544 S. Lamar Blvd., Bldg. 200, Austin, 78745. The move will take place on Monday, October 19th and there will be a special community-wide open house today, October 30th from 5-7:00 pm.
1931 FRANKENSTEIN Film Set for Screening with New Score by UT Wind Ensemble Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2015
Texas Performing Arts presents a screening of the1931 film FRANKENSTEIN, starring Boris Karloff as the Frankenstein monster, featuring a new film score by composer Michael Shapiro performed by The University of Texas Wind Ensemble, Jerry F. Junkin, conductor. The first half of the program features the UT Wind Ensemble performing Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D Minor and Dukas' The Sorcerer's Apprentice, with video projections designed by UT graduate Stephanie Busing.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2015
Texas Performing Arts presents a screening of the1931 film FRANKENSTEIN, starring Boris Karloff as the Frankenstein monster, featuring a new film score by composer Michael Shapiro performed by The University of Texas Wind Ensemble, Jerry F. Junkin, conductor. The first half of the program features the UT Wind Ensemble performing Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D Minor and Dukas' The Sorcerer's Apprentice, with video projections designed by UT graduate Stephanie Busing.
The Hill Country Community Theatre to Present DASHING THROUGH THE SNOW
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2015
The Hill Country Community Theatre is pleased to announce the cast for its December production, "Dashing Through The Snow", written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, Jamie Wooten. "Dashing Through The Snow" will be directed by Wendy Ferrell and will begin performances December 3.
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2015
The Hill Country Community Theatre is pleased to announce the cast for its December production, "Dashing Through The Snow", written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, Jamie Wooten. "Dashing Through The Snow" will be directed by Wendy Ferrell and will begin performances December 3.
BWW Review: ZACH Aims High with Season Opener, EVITA
by Michelle Hache - October 27, 2015
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's iconic seven-time Tony Award-winning rock opera tells the story of Argentine political leader, Eva Peron, the second wife of Argentine president Juan Peron. We follow Evita's early life, rise to power, charity work, illness and death by cancer at the youthful age of 33. The musical began as a rock opera concept album released in 1976, and it was the first British musical to receive the Tony Award for Best Musical.
by Michelle Hache - October 27, 2015
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's iconic seven-time Tony Award-winning rock opera tells the story of Argentine political leader, Eva Peron, the second wife of Argentine president Juan Peron. We follow Evita's early life, rise to power, charity work, illness and death by cancer at the youthful age of 33. The musical began as a rock opera concept album released in 1976, and it was the first British musical to receive the Tony Award for Best Musical.
THE WILD PARTY to Run 11/20-12/5 at Oscar G. Brockett Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance presents The Wild Party, November 20-December 5, 2015 at the Oscar G. Brockett Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance presents The Wild Party, November 20-December 5, 2015 at the Oscar G. Brockett Theatre.
DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! 'DANCE ALL NIGHT TOUR' Coming to Bass Concert Hall in 2016
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
Following back to back sold out tours, Dancing with the Stars: Live! is taking its all new production on the road. Fans of Dancing with the Stars, ABC's leading entertainment show, produced by BBC Worldwide Productions, will be given the opportunity to see their favorite stars dance live in Austin. The Dance All Night Tour is bringing a one-of-a-kind touring production to Bass Concert Hall on February 4th!
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2015
Following back to back sold out tours, Dancing with the Stars: Live! is taking its all new production on the road. Fans of Dancing with the Stars, ABC's leading entertainment show, produced by BBC Worldwide Productions, will be given the opportunity to see their favorite stars dance live in Austin. The Dance All Night Tour is bringing a one-of-a-kind touring production to Bass Concert Hall on February 4th!
BWW Review: Palace Cast Works Hard to Make the Most of So-So Material in YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
by Frank Benge - October 26, 2015
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, whose full official title is The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, is a musical with a book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan and music and lyrics by Brooks. Based on the 1974 film of the same name by Brooks and Gene Wilder, it is a parody of the horror film genre, specifically the 1931 Universal Pictures adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and its 1939 sequel, Son of Frankenstein.
by Frank Benge - October 26, 2015
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, whose full official title is The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, is a musical with a book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan and music and lyrics by Brooks. Based on the 1974 film of the same name by Brooks and Gene Wilder, it is a parody of the horror film genre, specifically the 1931 Universal Pictures adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and its 1939 sequel, Son of Frankenstein.
STAGE TUBE: Zach Theatre's EVITA Makes 'Living for Love' Music Video
by Sally Henry Fuller - October 25, 2015
ZACH Theatre's recently opened its production of EVITA, its opening production of the 2014-2015 season. Launching this music video to Madonna's "Living For Love,' it appears things are a lot of fun in Argentina. Below, check out a music video of 'Living for Love' featuring the whole company!
by Sally Henry Fuller - October 25, 2015
ZACH Theatre's recently opened its production of EVITA, its opening production of the 2014-2015 season. Launching this music video to Madonna's "Living For Love,' it appears things are a lot of fun in Argentina. Below, check out a music video of 'Living for Love' featuring the whole company!
Last Call! One Week Left to Nominate for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 23, 2015
Last call! ??This is your last chance to nominate for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2014 and September 2015. Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW Special Coverage - October 23, 2015
Last call! ??This is your last chance to nominate for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2014 and September 2015. Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Austin's City Theatre's THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 to Run 10/23-11/15
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Mystery and murder is the entertainment choice this Halloween season! However, this time it's complete with Nazi saboteurs, secret passageways, flickering lights... and, well, the blizzard of the century. That is indeed the case as Austin's City Theatre's continues its 10th anniversary season shooting squarely at the funny bone with John Bishop's comedy thriller The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940. The show runs four weekends October 23 - November 15.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2015
Mystery and murder is the entertainment choice this Halloween season! However, this time it's complete with Nazi saboteurs, secret passageways, flickering lights... and, well, the blizzard of the century. That is indeed the case as Austin's City Theatre's continues its 10th anniversary season shooting squarely at the funny bone with John Bishop's comedy thriller The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940. The show runs four weekends October 23 - November 15.
BWW Review: Impressive Young Talent on Display in SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM
by Frank Benge - October 20, 2015
SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM is a multi-media musical revue consisting entirely of the music and lyrics of Stephen Sondheim. It was conceived by James Lapine and had a limited run on Broadway in 2010. It is based on a show produced in 2000 called Moving On that was created by David Kernan. Kernan also created another review of Sondheim material called Side By Side By Sondheim. The show featured narration recorded by Sondheim and had several performances in New York at Carnegie Hall's Zankel Hall in 2004, under the title Opening Doors.
by Frank Benge - October 20, 2015
SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM is a multi-media musical revue consisting entirely of the music and lyrics of Stephen Sondheim. It was conceived by James Lapine and had a limited run on Broadway in 2010. It is based on a show produced in 2000 called Moving On that was created by David Kernan. Kernan also created another review of Sondheim material called Side By Side By Sondheim. The show featured narration recorded by Sondheim and had several performances in New York at Carnegie Hall's Zankel Hall in 2004, under the title Opening Doors.
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