Groundwork Music Project's WE WRITE IT WE SING IT CONCERT Set for 4/27
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2013
Groundwork Music Project announces the We Write It We Sing It Concert, Saturday, April 27 (3:30-p.m.-5:00 p.m.) at the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center (1165 Angelina Street, Austin, TX 78702). This concert event will feature songs written and performed by elementary students at Blackshear and Maplewood Elementary Schools, and co-performed with the Groundwork Music Orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2013
Groundwork Music Project announces the We Write It We Sing It Concert, Saturday, April 27 (3:30-p.m.-5:00 p.m.) at the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center (1165 Angelina Street, Austin, TX 78702). This concert event will feature songs written and performed by elementary students at Blackshear and Maplewood Elementary Schools, and co-performed with the Groundwork Music Orchestra.
Megan Hilty, Sandra Bernhard and More Join ZACH Theatre Lineup
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2013
ZACH Theatre - Austin's Theatre and Texas' longest running theatre, in its 80th anniversary season and second season in the new Topfer, presents TOP Concerts at ZACH -a new and exciting musical series featuring top Broadway, film and television stars up close and personal in the intimate Topfer Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2013
ZACH Theatre - Austin's Theatre and Texas' longest running theatre, in its 80th anniversary season and second season in the new Topfer, presents TOP Concerts at ZACH -a new and exciting musical series featuring top Broadway, film and television stars up close and personal in the intimate Topfer Theatre.
BWW Reviews: Road Trip Tale MAD BEAT HIP AND GONE Is a Bumpy Road
by Jeff Davis - April 15, 2013
Anyone who's ever been on a road trip knows that they are either incredible adventures or events you hope to never repeat. Strangely, the world premiere comedy Mad Beat Hip and Gone, written and directed by Austin's own Steven Dietz, falls somewhere in the middle. While there is much to love about the production, now playing at Zach's Topfer Theatre, overall it's a bit dull and not entirely memorable.
by Jeff Davis - April 15, 2013
Anyone who's ever been on a road trip knows that they are either incredible adventures or events you hope to never repeat. Strangely, the world premiere comedy Mad Beat Hip and Gone, written and directed by Austin's own Steven Dietz, falls somewhere in the middle. While there is much to love about the production, now playing at Zach's Topfer Theatre, overall it's a bit dull and not entirely memorable.
BWW Reviews: Georgetown Palace Stages Wonderful Romantic Comedy with SAME TIME NEXT YEAR
by Jeff Davis - April 15, 2013
It's tough to make a romantic comedy work. The genre so easily gives way to unrealistic scenarios and corniness. The odds of someone standing on your front lawn with a boom box blasting "In Your Eyes" a la Say Anything or a wealthy businessman climbing your fire escape with a bouquet of flowers courtesy of Pretty Woman are slim to none. While Same Time Next Year has a somewhat unrealistic premise involving two married people who meet at a California resort for a romantic tryst once every year for almost 25 years, the play by Bernard Slade is surprisingly believable, in part due to his brilliant script but largely due to the incredible performances on display in Georgetown Palace's current production of the piece.
by Jeff Davis - April 15, 2013
It's tough to make a romantic comedy work. The genre so easily gives way to unrealistic scenarios and corniness. The odds of someone standing on your front lawn with a boom box blasting "In Your Eyes" a la Say Anything or a wealthy businessman climbing your fire escape with a bouquet of flowers courtesy of Pretty Woman are slim to none. While Same Time Next Year has a somewhat unrealistic premise involving two married people who meet at a California resort for a romantic tryst once every year for almost 25 years, the play by Bernard Slade is surprisingly believable, in part due to his brilliant script but largely due to the incredible performances on display in Georgetown Palace's current production of the piece.
THE SECRET GARDEN Opens Sam Bass Community Theatre, 5/10
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2013
'The Secret Garden' Adapted by Pamela Sterling and 'The Yellow Boat' by David Saar opens May 8th at Sam Bass Community Theatre. 'The Secret Garden' is directed by Laura Vohs. 'The Yellow Boat' is directed by Ashley Zeh.
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2013
'The Secret Garden' Adapted by Pamela Sterling and 'The Yellow Boat' by David Saar opens May 8th at Sam Bass Community Theatre. 'The Secret Garden' is directed by Laura Vohs. 'The Yellow Boat' is directed by Ashley Zeh.
BWW Reviews: Baron's Men Presents a Mediocre MERCHANT OF VENICE
by Jeff Davis - April 15, 2013
While Shakespeare's comedy The Merchant of Venice is not considered by all as one of his 'problem plays,' there are certainly many aspects about it that are problematic, namely its length and the latent anti-Semitism apparent in the text. These problems and more must be addressed for a production of the play to succeed. Sadly, as skilled as The Baron's Men are at bringing the Bard to life, they struggle with their current production of The Merchant of Venice, now playing Austin's Curtain Theater.
by Jeff Davis - April 15, 2013
While Shakespeare's comedy The Merchant of Venice is not considered by all as one of his 'problem plays,' there are certainly many aspects about it that are problematic, namely its length and the latent anti-Semitism apparent in the text. These problems and more must be addressed for a production of the play to succeed. Sadly, as skilled as The Baron's Men are at bringing the Bard to life, they struggle with their current production of The Merchant of Venice, now playing Austin's Curtain Theater.
BWW Reviews: St. Edwards University Stages Remarkably Funny IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by Jeff Davis - April 15, 2013
It's rare for a play, especially a social satire, to endure for over a century. Times change and what was once topical and funny often loses its punch. Thankfully, Oscar Wilde's 1895 masterpiece The Importance of Being Earnest has endured, and in its current production at St. Edwards University, Wilde's witty play flourishes and shines.
by Jeff Davis - April 15, 2013
It's rare for a play, especially a social satire, to endure for over a century. Times change and what was once topical and funny often loses its punch. Thankfully, Oscar Wilde's 1895 masterpiece The Importance of Being Earnest has endured, and in its current production at St. Edwards University, Wilde's witty play flourishes and shines.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Plays Mary Moody Northen Theatre, Now thru 4/21
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2013
Mary Moody Northen Theatre, the award-winning producing arm of the St. Edward's University professional theatre training program, continues its 40th anniversary season with The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde, directed by Richard Robichaux, running tonight, April 11 - 21, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2013
Mary Moody Northen Theatre, the award-winning producing arm of the St. Edward's University professional theatre training program, continues its 40th anniversary season with The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde, directed by Richard Robichaux, running tonight, April 11 - 21, 2013.
BWW Reviews: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Rocks Austin
by Jeff Davis - April 10, 2013
You may see some construction around Downtown Austin next week, because the National Tour of Million Dollar Quartet just blew the roof off of the Bass Concert Hall. The show, a rollicking 110 minute salute to iconic, classic rock and rollers, seems almost tailor made for Austin, the live music capitol of the world. The only thing louder than the music is the screams and hollers from the crowd.
by Jeff Davis - April 10, 2013
You may see some construction around Downtown Austin next week, because the National Tour of Million Dollar Quartet just blew the roof off of the Bass Concert Hall. The show, a rollicking 110 minute salute to iconic, classic rock and rollers, seems almost tailor made for Austin, the live music capitol of the world. The only thing louder than the music is the screams and hollers from the crowd.
BWW Preview: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET'S Intimate Evening in Austin
by Kathy Strain - April 09, 2013
There was a rare show in Austin on Monday at the Cactus Cafe. Some of the members of the cast of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET came and entertained an intimate crowd with songs from the famous show. John Michael Presney (Carl Perkins), Cody Slaughter (Elvis Presley), David Elkins (Johnny Cash), Austin Cook (Jerry Lee Lewis) and Scott Moreau (Sam Phillips) came and spent time answering questions and singing songs for an enthusiastic crowd. It was memorable for everyone.
by Kathy Strain - April 09, 2013
There was a rare show in Austin on Monday at the Cactus Cafe. Some of the members of the cast of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET came and entertained an intimate crowd with songs from the famous show. John Michael Presney (Carl Perkins), Cody Slaughter (Elvis Presley), David Elkins (Johnny Cash), Austin Cook (Jerry Lee Lewis) and Scott Moreau (Sam Phillips) came and spent time answering questions and singing songs for an enthusiastic crowd. It was memorable for everyone.
Austin Shakespeare Presents THE WINTER'S TALE, 5/2-26
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2013
Culminating its 29th Season, Austin Shakespeare presents Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, May 2-26, 2013, FREE to the public at the Zilker Hillside Theatre in Zilker Park, 2201 Barton Springs Road. This dark romance, fueled by the contrast between jealousy and joy, will be set in Latin America, staged with tango (choreographed by Gustavo Semplis of Esquina Tango) and will culminate in a Brazilian Carnaval with dancers and drummers from Austin Samba.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2013
Culminating its 29th Season, Austin Shakespeare presents Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, May 2-26, 2013, FREE to the public at the Zilker Hillside Theatre in Zilker Park, 2201 Barton Springs Road. This dark romance, fueled by the contrast between jealousy and joy, will be set in Latin America, staged with tango (choreographed by Gustavo Semplis of Esquina Tango) and will culminate in a Brazilian Carnaval with dancers and drummers from Austin Samba.
The Baron's Men Stage THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, Now thru 4/27
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2013
This April, join The Baron's Men as they present William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice at Richard Garriott's Curtain Theater, the only Elizabethan style theater in Austin. This period-themed production embraces and explores the dark and light of the Bard's well-known tragicomedy, as much noted for its challenging and controversial themes as its entertaining plot and memorable characters.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2013
This April, join The Baron's Men as they present William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice at Richard Garriott's Curtain Theater, the only Elizabethan style theater in Austin. This period-themed production embraces and explores the dark and light of the Bard's well-known tragicomedy, as much noted for its challenging and controversial themes as its entertaining plot and memorable characters.
Poison Apple Initiative Brings AN OBVIOUSLY FOGGOT to The Basement, Now thru 4/13
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2013
Poison Apple Initiative presents AN OBVIOUSLY FOGGOT, a new play by written and directed by Bastion Carboni. The production will run at The Basement, 422 Congress (entrance at W. 5th St.) in Austin, TX, tonight, April 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, and 13 at 9pm.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2013
Poison Apple Initiative presents AN OBVIOUSLY FOGGOT, a new play by written and directed by Bastion Carboni. The production will run at The Basement, 422 Congress (entrance at W. 5th St.) in Austin, TX, tonight, April 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, and 13 at 9pm.
Rude Mechs Presents Work-in-Progress Showing of STOP HITTING YOURSELF, Now thru 4/21
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2013
Rude Mechs will present the first work-in-progress showing of 'STOP HITTING YOURSELF.'
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2013
Rude Mechs will present the first work-in-progress showing of 'STOP HITTING YOURSELF.'
Something for Nothing Theater Begins Shakespeare Performances 5/2
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013
Shake out your picnic blanket for a night of Shakespeare under the stars. Something for Nothing Theater (S4N) brings William Shakespeare's Two Gentlemen of Verona to Ramsey Park, 4301 Rosedale Ave, Austin, TX 78756. Featuring a different adoptable guest from Austin Dog Rescue (ADR) each weekend as the incorrigible canine, Crab. Performances are Thursdays - Saturdays, May 2-4, 9-11, and 16-18, 2013 beginning at 8 p.m. All shows are free and open to the public. For information, visit www.facebook.com/somethingfornothingtheater.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013
Shake out your picnic blanket for a night of Shakespeare under the stars. Something for Nothing Theater (S4N) brings William Shakespeare's Two Gentlemen of Verona to Ramsey Park, 4301 Rosedale Ave, Austin, TX 78756. Featuring a different adoptable guest from Austin Dog Rescue (ADR) each weekend as the incorrigible canine, Crab. Performances are Thursdays - Saturdays, May 2-4, 9-11, and 16-18, 2013 beginning at 8 p.m. All shows are free and open to the public. For information, visit www.facebook.com/somethingfornothingtheater.
Stan Graner, John S. Davies and More Set for BLACK TIE at Addison Theatre Centre
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013
WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin today announced the cast for Black Tie, running May 31 - June 23, 2013 at the Addison Theatre Centre on the Main Stage. The cast includes Stan Graner as Curtis, John S. Davies as Curtis' Father, Marcia Carroll as Mimi, Katherine Bourne as Elsie, and Jordan Brodess as Teddy.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013
WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin today announced the cast for Black Tie, running May 31 - June 23, 2013 at the Addison Theatre Centre on the Main Stage. The cast includes Stan Graner as Curtis, John S. Davies as Curtis' Father, Marcia Carroll as Mimi, Katherine Bourne as Elsie, and Jordan Brodess as Teddy.
NOISES OFF to Run at Austin Playhouse, 4/26-5/26
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2013
Enjoyed by millions of people worldwide since it premiered in 1982 and hailed as one of the greatest comedies ever written, Noises Off, this award-winning backstage farce serves up a riotous double bill - a play within a play. Hurtling along at breakneck speed it follows the backstage antics of a touring theatre company as they stumble their way through troubled rehearsals, a dreadful first night, and a disastrous final performance.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2013
Enjoyed by millions of people worldwide since it premiered in 1982 and hailed as one of the greatest comedies ever written, Noises Off, this award-winning backstage farce serves up a riotous double bill - a play within a play. Hurtling along at breakneck speed it follows the backstage antics of a touring theatre company as they stumble their way through troubled rehearsals, a dreadful first night, and a disastrous final performance.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Opens 4/9 in Austin
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2013
The international Tony Award Winning musical, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is set on December 4, 1956, when an auspicious twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together. Sam Phillips, the "Father of Rock 'n' Roll" who was responsible for launching the careers of each icon, brought the four legendary musicians together at the Sun Records storefront studio in Memphis for the first and only time. The resulting evening became known as one of the greatest rock 'n' roll jam sessions in history.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2013
The international Tony Award Winning musical, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is set on December 4, 1956, when an auspicious twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together. Sam Phillips, the "Father of Rock 'n' Roll" who was responsible for launching the careers of each icon, brought the four legendary musicians together at the Sun Records storefront studio in Memphis for the first and only time. The resulting evening became known as one of the greatest rock 'n' roll jam sessions in history.
Trouble Puppet Theater Co. Opens THE CRUEL CIRCUS, 5/9
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2013
Trouble Puppet Theater Co. presents The Cruel Circus, an original play by Connor Hopkins.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2013
Trouble Puppet Theater Co. presents The Cruel Circus, an original play by Connor Hopkins.
LES MISERABLES Cast Supports Autism Awareness
by Kathy Strain - April 01, 2013
April is Autism Awareness Month and the Cast of the 25th Anniversary Production of LES MISERABLES Shows Their Support.
by Kathy Strain - April 01, 2013
April is Autism Awareness Month and the Cast of the 25th Anniversary Production of LES MISERABLES Shows Their Support.
Texas Performing Arts Presents C!RCA, 4/27
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2013
From Brisbane, Australia, Texas Performing Arts welcomes this bold new vision of contemporary circus that creates a space where acrobatics and movement meld into a seamless whole, fundamentally redefining the nature of circus as spectacle. Sexy, funny, and explosive, C!RCA presents a breathless cocktail of new circus, burlesque, and cabaret paired with an immersive use of sound, light, and projection.
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2013
From Brisbane, Australia, Texas Performing Arts welcomes this bold new vision of contemporary circus that creates a space where acrobatics and movement meld into a seamless whole, fundamentally redefining the nature of circus as spectacle. Sexy, funny, and explosive, C!RCA presents a breathless cocktail of new circus, burlesque, and cabaret paired with an immersive use of sound, light, and projection.
BWW Interviews: Vince Nappo of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by Kathy Strain - April 01, 2013
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. This thrilling musical brings you inside the recording studio with four major talents who came together as a red-hot rock 'n' roll band for one unforgettable night.
by Kathy Strain - April 01, 2013
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. This thrilling musical brings you inside the recording studio with four major talents who came together as a red-hot rock 'n' roll band for one unforgettable night.
BWW Reviews: MOON OVER BUFFALO is High on Slapstick but Low on Laughs
by Jeff Davis - March 31, 2013
Actress Maureen O'Hara once said, "Comedy is difficult, especially slapstick. The trick is to have fun while you're performing it." As much as I love Ms. O'Hara, there seem to be a few tricks she's ignored. Though it's clear that the cast of City Theatre's current production of Moon Over Buffalo is having fun, they are unable to make Ken Ludwig's mediocre screwball comedy take off. While pratfalls are a dime a dozen, laughs seem hard to come by.
by Jeff Davis - March 31, 2013
Actress Maureen O'Hara once said, "Comedy is difficult, especially slapstick. The trick is to have fun while you're performing it." As much as I love Ms. O'Hara, there seem to be a few tricks she's ignored. Though it's clear that the cast of City Theatre's current production of Moon Over Buffalo is having fun, they are unable to make Ken Ludwig's mediocre screwball comedy take off. While pratfalls are a dime a dozen, laughs seem hard to come by.
BWW Reviews: Penfold Theatre Brings the Groundbreaking Musical A MINISTER'S WIFE to Austin
by Jeff Davis - March 29, 2013
As successful and ground-breaking as My Fair Lady was, there has not been a successful musical adaptation of any of Shaw's other plays…until now. A Minister's Wife, now playing in Austin through a new production by Penfold Theatre, is a delicate, understated, and exceedingly beautiful piece that wonderfully adapts Shaw's play Candida into musical theatre form.
by Jeff Davis - March 29, 2013
As successful and ground-breaking as My Fair Lady was, there has not been a successful musical adaptation of any of Shaw's other plays…until now. A Minister's Wife, now playing in Austin through a new production by Penfold Theatre, is a delicate, understated, and exceedingly beautiful piece that wonderfully adapts Shaw's play Candida into musical theatre form.
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance Presents ROOTS AND WINGS, 4/19-21
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2013
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance presents Roots and Wings, a collection of compelling dance works by nationally and internationally renowned choreographers, April 19-21 at the B. Iden Payne Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2013
The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance presents Roots and Wings, a collection of compelling dance works by nationally and internationally renowned choreographers, April 19-21 at the B. Iden Payne Theatre.
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