BWW Reviews: Wimberley Players Brings Professionalism, Humor, and Heart to COME BACK TO THE FIVE AND DIME
by Jeff Davis - April 25, 2014
I'm convinced that the city of Wimberley houses the Central Texas theater community's best kept secret: The Wimberley Players. The humble theater company in the small town of Wimberley is one of the best, brightest, and most professional theater companies in the area. Even Austinites who are vehemently opposed to gassing up the car and spending a little time and energy to drive south of the river would agree that Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean is well worth the trip.
by Jeff Davis - April 25, 2014
I'm convinced that the city of Wimberley houses the Central Texas theater community's best kept secret: The Wimberley Players. The humble theater company in the small town of Wimberley is one of the best, brightest, and most professional theater companies in the area. Even Austinites who are vehemently opposed to gassing up the car and spending a little time and energy to drive south of the river would agree that Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean is well worth the trip.
BWW Reviews: Austin Playhouse's ROARING is a Resounding Success
by Brian Losoya - April 25, 2014
Austin Playhouse's world premiere proves to be funny and thought-provoking.
by Brian Losoya - April 25, 2014
Austin Playhouse's world premiere proves to be funny and thought-provoking.
BWW Reviews: ROMEO & JULIET Is a Comedy?
by Jeff Davis - April 25, 2014
To Austin area High School English teachers, I sincerely apologize if any of your students see The Baron's Men's current production of Romeo and Juliet. If they do, they may enter your class with the false belief that Shakespeare's play about impulsive, horny, and eventually suicidal teens is meant to be a comedy. It's not. The words 'A Tragedy' sometimes even accompany the title. The only tragedies of this production are the over three hour running time, the direction that plays the majority of the story for laughs, and the fact that The Baron's Men, while claiming to have great reverence for the Bard, would do this to one of Shakespeare's greatest works.
by Jeff Davis - April 25, 2014
To Austin area High School English teachers, I sincerely apologize if any of your students see The Baron's Men's current production of Romeo and Juliet. If they do, they may enter your class with the false belief that Shakespeare's play about impulsive, horny, and eventually suicidal teens is meant to be a comedy. It's not. The words 'A Tragedy' sometimes even accompany the title. The only tragedies of this production are the over three hour running time, the direction that plays the majority of the story for laughs, and the fact that The Baron's Men, while claiming to have great reverence for the Bard, would do this to one of Shakespeare's greatest works.
NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER & ELF Set for Long Center's 2014-15 Broadway Season
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2014
Tired of seeing the same Broadway tours come through town every year? Broadway is back at the Long Center…and this season the key word is 'original.' Austin's Creative Home has announced its 2014-15 Broadway Season, and the lineup includes three spectacular productions that have never been staged before in Austin. For the first time ever, Austinites will have the chance to see the Gershwin tuner Nice Work If You Can Get It, holiday classic Elf the Musical, and the popular retelling of the boy who never grew up, Peter and the Starcatcher.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2014
Tired of seeing the same Broadway tours come through town every year? Broadway is back at the Long Center…and this season the key word is 'original.' Austin's Creative Home has announced its 2014-15 Broadway Season, and the lineup includes three spectacular productions that have never been staged before in Austin. For the first time ever, Austinites will have the chance to see the Gershwin tuner Nice Work If You Can Get It, holiday classic Elf the Musical, and the popular retelling of the boy who never grew up, Peter and the Starcatcher.
BWW Reviews: CAT IN THE HAT Impresses Kids and Adults Alike
by Jeff Davis - April 25, 2014
There's a good reason why the work of Dr. Seuss still remains part of American pop culture. His wit, humor, and iconic style are timeless, and his stories engage kids of all ages. If you don't believe me, go to Zach Theatre and see their stage adaptation of The Cat in the Hat. While kids will love the silliness of the titular feline, adults will be astonished and thrilled by the cleverness of the stagecraft.
by Jeff Davis - April 25, 2014
There's a good reason why the work of Dr. Seuss still remains part of American pop culture. His wit, humor, and iconic style are timeless, and his stories engage kids of all ages. If you don't believe me, go to Zach Theatre and see their stage adaptation of The Cat in the Hat. While kids will love the silliness of the titular feline, adults will be astonished and thrilled by the cleverness of the stagecraft.
BWW Reviews: Actresses in CHALK GARDEN Elevate Problematic and Dated Script
by Jeff Davis - April 25, 2014
by Jeff Davis - April 25, 2014
BWW Reviews: Austin Theatre Project's COMPANY a Thrilling Production of a Sondheim Classic
by Jeff Davis - April 25, 2014
To borrow from my favorite boozing broad, I'd like to propose a toast: To Austin Theatre Project. With their production of Company, ATP shows once again why they are a new theater company to watch. By tackling Stephen Sondheim's beloved show about the ups and downs of both marriage and bachelorhood, ATP once again showcases their ability to tell a story and entertain.
by Jeff Davis - April 25, 2014
To borrow from my favorite boozing broad, I'd like to propose a toast: To Austin Theatre Project. With their production of Company, ATP shows once again why they are a new theater company to watch. By tackling Stephen Sondheim's beloved show about the ups and downs of both marriage and bachelorhood, ATP once again showcases their ability to tell a story and entertain.
BWW's Jeff Davis to Make Directorial Debut With SIX DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS, Runs 6/19-28
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2014
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks is a touching and human comedy about a formidable retired woman, Lily Harrison, who hires an acerbic dance instructor, Michael Minetti, to give her private dance lessons -one per week for six weeks- in her gulf-front condo in St. Petersburg Beach, Florida. What begins as an antagonistic relationship blossoms into an intimate friendship as these two people from very different backgrounds reveal their secrets, fears, and joys while dancing the Swing, Tango, Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha-Cha, and Contemporary Dance. Michael and Lily learn to overcome their outward differences and discover an unlikely but profound connection. By the final lesson, Lily shares with Michael her most closely guarded secret and he shares with her his greatest gifts, his loyalty and compassion. A comedy with music and dance, the play also addresses the serious issues of ageism and intolerance.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2014
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks is a touching and human comedy about a formidable retired woman, Lily Harrison, who hires an acerbic dance instructor, Michael Minetti, to give her private dance lessons -one per week for six weeks- in her gulf-front condo in St. Petersburg Beach, Florida. What begins as an antagonistic relationship blossoms into an intimate friendship as these two people from very different backgrounds reveal their secrets, fears, and joys while dancing the Swing, Tango, Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha-Cha, and Contemporary Dance. Michael and Lily learn to overcome their outward differences and discover an unlikely but profound connection. By the final lesson, Lily shares with Michael her most closely guarded secret and he shares with her his greatest gifts, his loyalty and compassion. A comedy with music and dance, the play also addresses the serious issues of ageism and intolerance.
Street Corner Arts to Stage Nicky Silver's THE ALTRUISTS, 5/2-17
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2014
Street Corner Arts is back again! This time with the razor-sharp wit of Nicky Silver!
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2014
Street Corner Arts is back again! This time with the razor-sharp wit of Nicky Silver!
Nominees Announced for 1st Annual Central Texas Excellence in Theatre Awards; Announcement Set for 5/2
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2014
After months of thought, debate and conversation, the staff and writers of Austin Entertainment Weekly with much assistance from Broadway World Austin's Editor Jeff Davis, have announced a new award system for the Central Texas Theatre Community.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2014
After months of thought, debate and conversation, the staff and writers of Austin Entertainment Weekly with much assistance from Broadway World Austin's Editor Jeff Davis, have announced a new award system for the Central Texas Theatre Community.
JERSEY BOYS Entertain in Austin, Texas
by Kathy Strain - April 22, 2014
With the new movie JERSEY BOYS directed by Clint Eastwood set to be released in June, the show, JERSEY BOYS continues to entertain all over the world. The Texas Performing Arts invited members of the show to come to Austin, Texas to announce their 2014-2015 season and entertain guests in attendance.
by Kathy Strain - April 22, 2014
With the new movie JERSEY BOYS directed by Clint Eastwood set to be released in June, the show, JERSEY BOYS continues to entertain all over the world. The Texas Performing Arts invited members of the show to come to Austin, Texas to announce their 2014-2015 season and entertain guests in attendance.
THE ROCKIN' TALE OF SNOW WHITE to Open this Weekend at TexARTS
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2014
The new youth production of The Rockin' Tale of Snow White makes its TexARTS premier for a two-week engagement at the Kam & James Morris Theatre on April 26-27 and May 3-4.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2014
The new youth production of The Rockin' Tale of Snow White makes its TexARTS premier for a two-week engagement at the Kam & James Morris Theatre on April 26-27 and May 3-4.
BWW Interviews: David Hurwitz from WAR HORSE North American Tour Talks Anime and Puppets
by Kathy Strain - April 21, 2014
As War Horse travels the country, audiences are taken in by the wonderful storyline and talented cast presenting this show. They come to learn how a young horse named Joey can touch so many lives and warm so many hearts. They are also amazed by the talents of the puppeteers who make Joey and other horses come to life as the actors weave a story around this beautiful character.
by Kathy Strain - April 21, 2014
As War Horse travels the country, audiences are taken in by the wonderful storyline and talented cast presenting this show. They come to learn how a young horse named Joey can touch so many lives and warm so many hearts. They are also amazed by the talents of the puppeteers who make Joey and other horses come to life as the actors weave a story around this beautiful character.
DIRTY DANCING, EVITA and More Make Up Texas Performing Arts' 2014-15 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2014
Texas Performing Arts continues to present world-class performances to the University of Texas at Austin and Central Texas audiences with the unveiling of the 2014-2015 season. This season highlights talent from around the world in a diverse mix of music, theatre, dance, and conversation.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2014
Texas Performing Arts continues to present world-class performances to the University of Texas at Austin and Central Texas audiences with the unveiling of the 2014-2015 season. This season highlights talent from around the world in a diverse mix of music, theatre, dance, and conversation.
Cedar Ridge's RAGTIME Tops 2014 Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards; Winners Announced!
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2014
Months of anticipation. Thousands of rehearsal hours. 13 musical numbers featuring hundreds of students from 19 Austin area high schools. It all came to a spectacular conclusion last night at the Long Center in front of a sold out crowd for the First Annual Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards (GAHSMTA).
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2014
Months of anticipation. Thousands of rehearsal hours. 13 musical numbers featuring hundreds of students from 19 Austin area high schools. It all came to a spectacular conclusion last night at the Long Center in front of a sold out crowd for the First Annual Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards (GAHSMTA).
Whole Foods Market Partners with Present Company for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, 4/18-5/11
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2014
The Whole Foods Market flagship store has become a quintessential meeting and gathering place in downtown Austin with events ranging from yoga classes at sunset to family friendly film screenings, and now, live theatre. Whole Foods Market is partnering with local Austin nonprofit, Present Company, for 12 performances of Much Ado About Nothing running Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings, April 18 through May 11.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2014
The Whole Foods Market flagship store has become a quintessential meeting and gathering place in downtown Austin with events ranging from yoga classes at sunset to family friendly film screenings, and now, live theatre. Whole Foods Market is partnering with local Austin nonprofit, Present Company, for 12 performances of Much Ado About Nothing running Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings, April 18 through May 11.
BWW Reviews: DRAWER BOY Features Outstanding Performances but Feels Incomplete
by Jeff Davis - April 17, 2014
by Jeff Davis - April 17, 2014
BWW Reviews: LAST MEETING is a Meeting Worth Skipping
by Jeff Davis - April 17, 2014
I have no doubt that selecting a theatrical season must be an incredibly challenging task. Making a last minute change to your season must be even worse. Different Stages, one of Austin's most consistently impressive theater companies, was posed with such a problem this year when they were forced to forgo one of their initially announced production, Child's Play.
by Jeff Davis - April 17, 2014
I have no doubt that selecting a theatrical season must be an incredibly challenging task. Making a last minute change to your season must be even worse. Different Stages, one of Austin's most consistently impressive theater companies, was posed with such a problem this year when they were forced to forgo one of their initially announced production, Child's Play.
BWW Reviews: Few Spicy Performers Can't Save Mild IN THE HEIGHTS
by Jeff Davis - April 17, 2014
There's a great Hollywood myth about the film version of The Color Purple. The beloved classic about African-American women was directed by the very male and very white Steven Spielberg, but he allegedly almost quit the project days before shooting was to begin. According to legend, Steven called the film's producer, Quincy Jones, a few days before shooting to voice his doubts about the project. 'I don't think I should direct this,' Steven said. 'I'm a white Jewish guy from California. What do I know about African-American women from the South?' To this, Quincy replied, 'Steven, are you an alien? Because you directed E.T., and I think that was pretty good.' Spielberg stayed on as director, and the film was a huge success that earned 11 Oscar nominations.
by Jeff Davis - April 17, 2014
There's a great Hollywood myth about the film version of The Color Purple. The beloved classic about African-American women was directed by the very male and very white Steven Spielberg, but he allegedly almost quit the project days before shooting was to begin. According to legend, Steven called the film's producer, Quincy Jones, a few days before shooting to voice his doubts about the project. 'I don't think I should direct this,' Steven said. 'I'm a white Jewish guy from California. What do I know about African-American women from the South?' To this, Quincy replied, 'Steven, are you an alien? Because you directed E.T., and I think that was pretty good.' Spielberg stayed on as director, and the film was a huge success that earned 11 Oscar nominations.
Greater Austin High School Musical Theater Awards Set for the Long Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2014
It will be a night of firsts for performing arts in Austin, Texas! The First Annual Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards (GAHSMTA) will be held at the Long Center, tonight, April 17 at 7:30pm. Not only will it be the first large scale project fully produced in-house by Austin's iconic performing arts venue on Lady Bird Lake, but also it will be the first time the Long Center has partnered with ZACH Theatre and The University of Texas at Austin College of Fine Arts.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2014
It will be a night of firsts for performing arts in Austin, Texas! The First Annual Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards (GAHSMTA) will be held at the Long Center, tonight, April 17 at 7:30pm. Not only will it be the first large scale project fully produced in-house by Austin's iconic performing arts venue on Lady Bird Lake, but also it will be the first time the Long Center has partnered with ZACH Theatre and The University of Texas at Austin College of Fine Arts.
Last Act Theatre Seeks Scripts and Directors for 2015 Season; Deadline Today
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2014
Last Act Theatre Company is currently accepting script and director submissions for their 2015 season. Should your proposal be chosen by the administrative board, Last Act will produce a full-length play of your original work and/or direction.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2014
Last Act Theatre Company is currently accepting script and director submissions for their 2015 season. Should your proposal be chosen by the administrative board, Last Act will produce a full-length play of your original work and/or direction.
STAGE TUBE: Trailer for The Baron's Men's ROMEO AND JULIET
by Stage Tube - April 15, 2014
The Baron's Men are proud to contribute to Shakespeare's enduring legacy by bringing the tragic tale of ROMEO AND JULIET to Richard Garriott's Curtain Theater, with the riveting performance and stunning period costumes that have become trademarks of Baron's Men productions. Audiences will be entranced as the story of the Montague/Capulet feud unfolds, and as Romeo and Juliet's passion evolves, and the intensity of their struggle to be together incites a feverous storm impacting friends and family alike, with tragic consequences. Click below to watch a trailer for the show!
by Stage Tube - April 15, 2014
The Baron's Men are proud to contribute to Shakespeare's enduring legacy by bringing the tragic tale of ROMEO AND JULIET to Richard Garriott's Curtain Theater, with the riveting performance and stunning period costumes that have become trademarks of Baron's Men productions. Audiences will be entranced as the story of the Montague/Capulet feud unfolds, and as Romeo and Juliet's passion evolves, and the intensity of their struggle to be together incites a feverous storm impacting friends and family alike, with tragic consequences. Click below to watch a trailer for the show!
Photo Flash: First Look at The Baron's Men's ROMEO AND JULIET
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2014
The Baron's Men are proud to contribute to Shakespeare's enduring legacy by bringing the tragic tale of ROMEO AND JULIET to Richard Garriott's Curtain Theater, with the riveting performance and stunning period costumes that have become trademarks of Baron's Men productions. Audiences will be entranced as the story of the Montague/Capulet feud unfolds, and as Romeo and Juliet's passion evolves, and the intensity of their struggle to be together incites a feverous storm impacting friends and family alike, with tragic consequences. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2014
The Baron's Men are proud to contribute to Shakespeare's enduring legacy by bringing the tragic tale of ROMEO AND JULIET to Richard Garriott's Curtain Theater, with the riveting performance and stunning period costumes that have become trademarks of Baron's Men productions. Audiences will be entranced as the story of the Montague/Capulet feud unfolds, and as Romeo and Juliet's passion evolves, and the intensity of their struggle to be together incites a feverous storm impacting friends and family alike, with tragic consequences. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
paper chairs to Present Nikolai Erdman's THE SUICIDE, 5/15-31
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2014
paper chairs proudly presents Nikolai Erdman's slapstick tragedy, The Suicide, opening May 15th at the Off Center.
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2014
paper chairs proudly presents Nikolai Erdman's slapstick tragedy, The Suicide, opening May 15th at the Off Center.
Texas State Premiere of LION AR to Raise Funds for Massive International Animal Rescue, 5/25
by Diana Heisroth - April 15, 2014
The Texas State Premiere of the award-winning wildlife rescue documentary Lion Ark - about the rescue of 25 lions - will be given extra bite as the event is to raise funds to send the team back to South America to save dozens of animals suffering in illegal circuses.
by Diana Heisroth - April 15, 2014
The Texas State Premiere of the award-winning wildlife rescue documentary Lion Ark - about the rescue of 25 lions - will be given extra bite as the event is to raise funds to send the team back to South America to save dozens of animals suffering in illegal circuses.
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