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BWW Reviews: Hidden Room Hosts the Magical World Premiere of INVISIBLE INC.
by Jeff Davis - January 11, 2013
While there are still a few kinks in the material, Invisible Inc. is a must-see production of an engrossing and enchanting new play.
BWW Interviews: Buyi Zama of THE LION KING Loves to Travel
by Kathy Strain - January 11, 2013
Buyi Zama was born in South Africa and enjoyed many opportunities to travel all over the world. Now, Buyi is enjoying the experience of traveling all over the United States as she plays Rafiki with the tour of THE LION KING. I recently had the opportunity to ask Buyi Zama questions about her experiences playing Rafiki with the tour.
The Hidden Room Presents INVISIBLE INC., Now thru 1/20
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2013
The Hidden Room presents Paul Menzer's (Brats of Clarence) stylish and crackling noire mystery INVISIBLE INC. The show appears at the Long Center's Rollins Studio tonight, January 11th, only to vanish into thin air January 20th.
GOODNIGHT MOON Children's Musical to Play ZACH, 2/2-3/23
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2013
ZACH - Austin's Theatre and Texas' longest running theatre, presents Goodnight Moon, adapted from the book Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd, featuring book, music, and lyrics by Chad Henry.
Sam Bass Theatre to Open IT COULD BE ANY ONE OF US, 2/8
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2013
'It Could Be Any One of Us' by Sir Alan Ayckbourn opens February 8th at Sam Bass Community Theatre. Directed by Frank Benge.
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) Set for Paradox Players, 2/8-24
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2013
Paradox Players presents the phenomenally popular parody The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) at the Howson Hall Theater, February 8 - 24. The play, written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield, premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 1987, went on to 9 record-breaking years on London's West End, and has been the world's most performed stage parody for the last 20 years.
Austin Playhouse Presents OTHER DESERT CITIES, Beginning 1/25
by Kelsey Denette - January 08, 2013
Austin Playhouse will bring Austin audiences Baitz' powerful family drama. In the award-winning Other Desert Cities, Baitz brings us an emotionally charged play about a family coming to terms with long-held secrets.
Disney's THE LION KING Hosts Kid's Night, 1/17
by Kelsey Denette - January 08, 2013
Disney's THE LION KING triumphantly returns to Bass Concert Hall in Austin from Wednesday, January 16 through Sunday, February 10. A special KIDS' NIGHT will occur on Thursday, January 17 with pre-show activities beginning at 6:30pm in the Bass Concert Hall lobby before the 8:00pm performance. Children will have the opportunity to make masks and receive autographs from LION KING cast members. For KIDS' NIGHT, a child under the age of 12 will receive a free ticket with the purchase of one full price adult ticket. KIDS' NIGHT tickets are available for purchase online at texasperformingarts.org by using the code "KIDSNIGHT." KIDS' NIGHT tickets are limited and pre-show activities are subject to change.
Austin Lyric Opera Presents THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO, Beginning 1/31
by Kelsey Denette - January 08, 2013
Austin Lyric Opera's (ALO) is pleased to present Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro at The Long Center. Tickets range from $21.50 to $143.50. For more information, visit www.AustinLyricOpera.org.
BWW Reviews: Austin Playhouse Offers Clever Comedy with THE GAME'S AFOOT
by Jeff Davis - January 07, 2013
Everyone knows many of Sherlock Holme's signatures, including the arrogant and infamous retort of, "Elementary, my dear Watson." With The Game's Afoot, an enchanting and exciting new play by Ken Ludwig, the Austin Playhouse proves that their skills and talents are anything but elementary as they present a tricky and detailed murder mystery comedy with ease.
Terri Mowrey's WEST SIDE TERRI to Play FronteraFest 2013, 1/22-31
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2013
Terri Mowrey's WEST SIDE TERRI comes to FronteraFest after a successful run at The ArtShare space in Los Angeles.
BWW Reviews: Austin's Different Stages Dips Their QUILLS Into a Thrilling Historical Comedy
by Jeff Davis - January 05, 2013
Oscar Wilde once said, "A work of art is the unique result of a unique temperament." Indeed, it is the "unique temperament" of the Marquis de Sade which is on display in Different Stages' outstanding production of Quills, written by Doug Wright. With its hysterical text, its magnificent cast, and its wonderful creative team, Quills is a fantastic start to Austin's 2013 theater scene. This is one show that knows how to shock and delight audiences. I doubt the Marquis is smiling upon Different Stages from heaven, but if you look a bit further south you may find him smirking...
City Theatre Presents Different Stages' QUILLS, Now thru 1/26
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2013
Different Stages continues its 2011-2012 season with Doug Wright's Quills, playing City Theatre, 3823 Airport Blvd, Ste D, tonight, January 4 - 26, 2013.
BWW Looks Forward: Our Most Highly Anticipated Austin Productions for 2013
by Jeff Davis - January 02, 2013
As 2013 begins, there are already several productions that are on BroadwayWorld's radar. Here is a brief list of some of the most highly anticipated productions Austin has to offer in the coming year…
An Open Letter to Loveland High School Principal Christopher Kloesz
by Jeff Davis - December 31, 2012
BroadwayWorld has closely followed the story of Sonja Hansen, the director/choreographer of Ohio's Loveland High School's recent production of Legally Blonde: The Musical. Ms. Hansen was pressured into resigning after school officials claimed her production of Legally Blonde was inappropriate. Below is an open letter to Loveland High School's Principal, Christopher Kloesz.
Central Texas Theatre's Best of (Half of) 2012
by Jeff Davis - December 31, 2012
Here is a list of my favorite productions produced in Austin, San Antonio, San Marcos, and the surrounding areas during the last half of 2012. As all of the productions listed were spectacular, it proved impossible for me to rank them, so here they are presented in alphabetical order. Congratulations to all of Central Texas's theatres, performers, and creative professionals on an astounding and successful year.
New Years Eve Concert Featuring THE FAMILY STONE Plays ZACH's New Topfer Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2012
Spend New Year's Eve at ZACH Theatre with the original members of The Family Stone-soul legends from Woodstock and Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame inductees-as they perform some of their funkiest hits of all time. The Family Stone will play not one, but two unforgettable New Years Eve live concerts in ZACH's intimate, new Topfer Theatre.
BWW's Top Austin Theatre Stories of 2012
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Austin in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
My Austin 2013-2014 Season Wish List: The Musicals
by Jeff Davis - December 26, 2012
As 2012 comes to a close, many Austin theater companies are putting together their 2013-2014 season. Given the incredible talent in this town and the large number of daring, courageous theater groups in the Austin area, here are my picks for 13 musicals that I'd love to see produced in the 2013-2014 season.
My Austin 2013-2014 Season Wish List: The Plays
by Jeff Davis - December 26, 2012
As 2012 comes to a close, many Austin theater companies are putting together their 2013-2014 season. Given the incredible talent in this town and the large number of daring, courageous theater groups in the Austin area, here are my picks for 13 plays that I'd love to see produced in the 2013-2014 season.
Beth Broderick and Anton Nel to Lead ZACH's 33 VARIATIONS
by Kelsey Denette - December 24, 2012
ZACH Theatre - Austin's Theatre and Texas' longest running theatre, in the first season on the Karen Kuykendall Stage in its new Topfer Theatre, presents the Texas Premiere of 33 VARIATIONS.
ZACH Announces TRU, Starring Jaston Williams, 1/10-3/10
by Kelsey Denette - December 24, 2012
Greater Tuna star Jaston Williams inhabits Truman Capote in what's described as a virtuoso performance of the charming, acerbic, fragile, and enigmatic writer. In this one-man tour de force, Williams' astonishing portrayal of the In Cold Blood and Breakfast at Tiffany's author is by turns hilarious, vulnerable, and confessional. The audience becomes confidants to TRU's trademark wit and honesty. Packed houses, standing ovations, and waves of laughter characterized this show in its initial run at ZACH Theatre 12 years ago making it the hottest ticket in town. This production promises to be even more fun this time around.
Sarah Brightman Cancels March 1st Performance at Bass Concert Hall
by Kelsey Denette - December 20, 2012
Due to a change in the release date of Sarah Brightman's highly anticipated 11th studio album Dreamchaser, her North American tour is being rescheduled and her March 1st performance at Bass Concert Hall has been cancelled.
Hidden Room Theatre Brings MYSTERY SHOW to York Rite Masonic Hall Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2012
Get out of the cold and into one hot night in a Hidden Room somewhere inside 311 W. 7th Street, downtown Austin. Look for a shadowy figure at the door and give them the password 'Invisible.' Inside you'll be transported into a section of the world just outside of Invisible Inc.
THE LION KING Comes to Austin, 1/16-2/10
by Kelsey Denette - December 19, 2012
Casting has been announced for the Austin engagement of DISNEY'S THE LION KING. The production features Derek Smith as "Scar", Dionne Randolph as "Mufasa", Buyi Zama as "Rafiki", Mark David Kaplan as "Zazu", Ben Lipitz as "Pumbaa", Nick Cordileone as "Timon", Jelani Remy as "Simba", Syndee Winters as "Nala", Keith Bennett as "Banzai", Rashada Dawan as "Shenzi" and Robbie Swift as "Ed."

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