NNPN Introduces New Board Of Directors
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
National New Play Network, the country's alliance of professional theaters that collaborate in innovative ways to develop, produce, and extend the life of new plays, is proud to introduce its newly elected slate of board members. After a strategic planning process with Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at its center, NNPN's previous board voted to reimagine its governing structure in order to move closer to the equity and inclusivity it hopes to seed in the new play field at large.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
National New Play Network, the country's alliance of professional theaters that collaborate in innovative ways to develop, produce, and extend the life of new plays, is proud to introduce its newly elected slate of board members. After a strategic planning process with Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at its center, NNPN's previous board voted to reimagine its governing structure in order to move closer to the equity and inclusivity it hopes to seed in the new play field at large.
Mystery And Magic Abound in The City Theatre's THE TEMPEST
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Lovers, conjurors, ship-wrecked wanderers, and raging winds - and hearts - take the stage in Shakespeare's epic romantic play. The City Theatre presents at Santa Cruz Theater, July 11 - 21.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Lovers, conjurors, ship-wrecked wanderers, and raging winds - and hearts - take the stage in Shakespeare's epic romantic play. The City Theatre presents at Santa Cruz Theater, July 11 - 21.
Shrewd Productions Presents LADY MACBETH AND HER PAL MEGAN
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
When a comedian is informed that she can't play Lady Macbeth, she sets out to prove everyone wrong, only to discover that not only must she reevaluate her preconceptions of Lady Macbeth, she must reconsider herself as both a woman and as a standup comedian.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
When a comedian is informed that she can't play Lady Macbeth, she sets out to prove everyone wrong, only to discover that not only must she reevaluate her preconceptions of Lady Macbeth, she must reconsider herself as both a woman and as a standup comedian.
Hill Country Community Theatre Announces Its 2019-20 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Hill Country Community Theatre announces its 2019-20 season featuring two musicals and three comedies, including two world premieres. The five productions in the season include the musical comedy "More Senior Moments," a holiday comedy "A Twisted Christmas Carol," the comedy "Ken Ludwig's Moon Over Buffalo," the comedy "The Savannah Sipping Society," and Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic musical "Carousel." This marks HCCT's 34th year.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Hill Country Community Theatre announces its 2019-20 season featuring two musicals and three comedies, including two world premieres. The five productions in the season include the musical comedy "More Senior Moments," a holiday comedy "A Twisted Christmas Carol," the comedy "Ken Ludwig's Moon Over Buffalo," the comedy "The Savannah Sipping Society," and Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic musical "Carousel." This marks HCCT's 34th year.
BWW Review: OUTSIDE MULLINGAR at Reverie Theatre Company
by Jesse Griffith - June 17, 2019
BWW Review: Irish eyes are smiling at OUTSIDE MULLINGAR
by Jesse Griffith - June 17, 2019
BWW Review: Irish eyes are smiling at OUTSIDE MULLINGAR
BWW Review: Recommended Viewing (and reading): THE BOOK OF WILL Delights at Austin Playhouse
by Madelyn Geyer - June 17, 2019
You can't write about a work of Shakespeare or about a work about Shakespeare without quoting one of his most famous (and theatrically appropriate) lines: "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players." But on the stage of the Austin Playhouse, the men and women aren't merely players. They are the driving force behind bringing THE BOOK OF WILL to life with vivacious enthusiasm and well-honed skill.
by Madelyn Geyer - June 17, 2019
You can't write about a work of Shakespeare or about a work about Shakespeare without quoting one of his most famous (and theatrically appropriate) lines: "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players." But on the stage of the Austin Playhouse, the men and women aren't merely players. They are the driving force behind bringing THE BOOK OF WILL to life with vivacious enthusiasm and well-honed skill.
Libby Villari to Lead Holland Taylor's ANN at ZACH Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2019
ZACH Theatre announces the vibrant Libby Villari will bring Ann Richards to life this summer in Holland Taylor's Broadway hit, ANN.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2019
ZACH Theatre announces the vibrant Libby Villari will bring Ann Richards to life this summer in Holland Taylor's Broadway hit, ANN.
BWW Review: Treehouse Players THIS IS OUR YOUTH is Totally Rad
by Joni Lorraine - June 13, 2019
Go see THIS IS OUR YOUTH. Don't miss some great theatre by one of our newest companies!
by Joni Lorraine - June 13, 2019
Go see THIS IS OUR YOUTH. Don't miss some great theatre by one of our newest companies!
BWW Review: INTO THE WOODS at EmilyAnn Theatre
by Addison McKissack - June 13, 2019
INTO THE WOODS has always been one of my favorite musicals, I take any chance that I can to see it. So I was extremely excited to be able to see The EmilyAnn Theatre's production of the Sondheim classic, quite literally in the woods. In short, this is a very earnest production. It was done well despite some technical issues on the sound side.
by Addison McKissack - June 13, 2019
INTO THE WOODS has always been one of my favorite musicals, I take any chance that I can to see it. So I was extremely excited to be able to see The EmilyAnn Theatre's production of the Sondheim classic, quite literally in the woods. In short, this is a very earnest production. It was done well despite some technical issues on the sound side.
BWW Review: OEDIPUS THE TYRANT at Fox Den Theatre Company
by Amanda England - June 13, 2019
A sickness is spreading in Thebes. King Oedipus (KC Ryan) is so certain of their own claim to the throne that they don't ask questions when those who do not support them are rounded up and locked away due to 'illness'. (Take note of the singular 'they' here - this inclusive pronoun is used throughout the show.) Meanwhile, elections are taking place in Thebes and someone has betrayed the royal family - but whom?
by Amanda England - June 13, 2019
A sickness is spreading in Thebes. King Oedipus (KC Ryan) is so certain of their own claim to the throne that they don't ask questions when those who do not support them are rounded up and locked away due to 'illness'. (Take note of the singular 'they' here - this inclusive pronoun is used throughout the show.) Meanwhile, elections are taking place in Thebes and someone has betrayed the royal family - but whom?
Tickets On Sale For SEUSSICAL, JR. At HCCT
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
The Hill Country Community Theatre presents the musical "Seussical Jr." for four performances only! Tickets are now on sale!
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
The Hill Country Community Theatre presents the musical "Seussical Jr." for four performances only! Tickets are now on sale!
Cast Announced For DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS At Hill Country Community Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
The Hill Country Community Theatre is thrilled to announce the cast for "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels." Based on the popular 1988 film starring Steve Martin; the musical version follows the same hilarious storyline but adds a delightfully jazzy Tony Award nominated score by David Yazbek. "Scoundrels" was nominated for a staggering eleven Tony Awards in all after it opened on Broadway in 2005. The show makes its Cottonwood Shores debut July 18.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
The Hill Country Community Theatre is thrilled to announce the cast for "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels." Based on the popular 1988 film starring Steve Martin; the musical version follows the same hilarious storyline but adds a delightfully jazzy Tony Award nominated score by David Yazbek. "Scoundrels" was nominated for a staggering eleven Tony Awards in all after it opened on Broadway in 2005. The show makes its Cottonwood Shores debut July 18.
The Hill Country Community Theatre Announces Cast for DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS
by Sarah Hookey - June 11, 2019
The Hill Country Community Theatre is announcing the cast for 'Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.' Based on the popular 1988 film starring Steve Martin; the musical version follows the same hilarious storyline but adds a delightfully jazzy Tony Award nominated score by David Yazbek. 'Scoundrels' was nominated for a staggering eleven Tony Awards in all after it opened on Broadway in 2005. The show makes its Cottonwood Shores debut July 18.
by Sarah Hookey - June 11, 2019
The Hill Country Community Theatre is announcing the cast for 'Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.' Based on the popular 1988 film starring Steve Martin; the musical version follows the same hilarious storyline but adds a delightfully jazzy Tony Award nominated score by David Yazbek. 'Scoundrels' was nominated for a staggering eleven Tony Awards in all after it opened on Broadway in 2005. The show makes its Cottonwood Shores debut July 18.
BWW Review: DRY LAND at Capital T Theatre
by Jesse Griffith - June 10, 2019
Amy is a pregnant teen with no one to help her. She has a BFF (Reba), and yet she seeks help from high school swim team newcomer, Ester. Amy is too scared to trust anyone else, least of all an adult, and asks Ester to help her self-abort the pregnancy. A precarious situation, does Ester help Amy with such high stakes? It's a controversial topic to say the least and all politics and viewpoints aside, it's an all-too-common predicament in twenty-first century America.
by Jesse Griffith - June 10, 2019
Amy is a pregnant teen with no one to help her. She has a BFF (Reba), and yet she seeks help from high school swim team newcomer, Ester. Amy is too scared to trust anyone else, least of all an adult, and asks Ester to help her self-abort the pregnancy. A precarious situation, does Ester help Amy with such high stakes? It's a controversial topic to say the least and all politics and viewpoints aside, it's an all-too-common predicament in twenty-first century America.
BWW Review: The City Theatre's PARALLEL LIVES Overstays Its Welcome
by Madelyn Geyer - June 10, 2019
The City Theatre's production of PARALLEL LIVES eschews elaborate sets, costumes, and production design in favor of highlighting its varied characters and the stories they bring to life. Sadly, the show suffers from a lack of dynamic entertainment value and holds a run time that will have you checking your watch surprised that it's not over yet.
by Madelyn Geyer - June 10, 2019
The City Theatre's production of PARALLEL LIVES eschews elaborate sets, costumes, and production design in favor of highlighting its varied characters and the stories they bring to life. Sadly, the show suffers from a lack of dynamic entertainment value and holds a run time that will have you checking your watch surprised that it's not over yet.
Austin Playhouse Announces 20th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
Austin Playhouse announces their 20th Anniversary Season celebrating the human connections at the heart of live theatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
Austin Playhouse announces their 20th Anniversary Season celebrating the human connections at the heart of live theatre.
NNPN Rolling World Premiere Of Steve Yockey's REYKJAVIK Rolls Into Dallas This Week
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
National New Play Network, the country's alliance of nonprofit theaters that collaborate in innovative ways to develop, produce, and extend the life of new plays, announces the continuation of its 84th Rolling World Premiere (RWP): Reykjav k by Steve Yockey. After successful runs at Actor's Express (Atlanta, GA) and Rorschach Theatre (Washington, D.C), Kitchen Dog Theater begins performances tonight, June 6, and continues through June 30 as part of their annual New Works Festival. The Rolling World Premiere will conclude at Southern Rep (October 2-20, 2019 in New Orleans).
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
National New Play Network, the country's alliance of nonprofit theaters that collaborate in innovative ways to develop, produce, and extend the life of new plays, announces the continuation of its 84th Rolling World Premiere (RWP): Reykjav k by Steve Yockey. After successful runs at Actor's Express (Atlanta, GA) and Rorschach Theatre (Washington, D.C), Kitchen Dog Theater begins performances tonight, June 6, and continues through June 30 as part of their annual New Works Festival. The Rolling World Premiere will conclude at Southern Rep (October 2-20, 2019 in New Orleans).
TexARTS Professional Series Presents ANNIE
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
The TexARTS Professional Series presents, Annie. Performances in Lakeway will be July 12- August 4. Annie is a perfect family-friendly musical with book by Thomas Meehan, music by Charles Strouse, and lyrics by Martin Charnin. All performances are at the Kam & James Morris Theatre in Lakeway.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
The TexARTS Professional Series presents, Annie. Performances in Lakeway will be July 12- August 4. Annie is a perfect family-friendly musical with book by Thomas Meehan, music by Charles Strouse, and lyrics by Martin Charnin. All performances are at the Kam & James Morris Theatre in Lakeway.
TexARTS Presents FROZEN, JR.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
The TexARTS Musical Theatre Academy presents, Frozen JR. Directed by Leslie McDonel with performances June 14-16. The enchanting modern Disney classic we all know and love, Frozen JR. will transport you to the magical land of Arendelle. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart! This production is suitable for all ages.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
The TexARTS Musical Theatre Academy presents, Frozen JR. Directed by Leslie McDonel with performances June 14-16. The enchanting modern Disney classic we all know and love, Frozen JR. will transport you to the magical land of Arendelle. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart! This production is suitable for all ages.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Terrence McNally's IMMORTAL LONGINGS
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2019
The world premiere of Immortal Longings at ZACH Theatre, the newest work by playwright and American Theatre Legend Terrence McNally starring Steven Epp as Sergei Pavlovich Diaghliev and Wyatt Fenner as Vaslav Nijinsky; directed by Peter Rothstein; and choreography by Kelli Foster Warder, will play The Topfer at ZACH. Performances begin June 12 with an Official Opening date of June 20and running through July 14.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2019
The world premiere of Immortal Longings at ZACH Theatre, the newest work by playwright and American Theatre Legend Terrence McNally starring Steven Epp as Sergei Pavlovich Diaghliev and Wyatt Fenner as Vaslav Nijinsky; directed by Peter Rothstein; and choreography by Kelli Foster Warder, will play The Topfer at ZACH. Performances begin June 12 with an Official Opening date of June 20and running through July 14.
BWW Review: HAMILTON Dazzles at Bass Concert Hall
by Frank Benge - May 31, 2019
There are a handful of musicals whose debuts changed the face of what musical theatre could be: Oklahoma, Company, West Side Story, Hair, A Chorus Line and now you can add to that list HAMILTON: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL. HAMILTON is an international sensation that appeared on Broadway in 2015 and is sung and rapped through with scant traditional dialogue. Inspired by the 2004 biography Alexander Hamilton by historian Ron Chernow about the life of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, it features music, lyrics and book by Lin-Manuel Miranda. The show incorporates hip hop, R&B, pop, soul, traditional-style show tunes, and color-conscious casting of non-white actors as the Founding Fathers and other historical figures. In 2016, HAMILTON received a record 16 Tony nominations, winning 11, including Best Musical, and was also the recipient of the 2016 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album and the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The prior Off-Broadway production won the 2015 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical as well as seven other Drama Desk Awards.
by Frank Benge - May 31, 2019
There are a handful of musicals whose debuts changed the face of what musical theatre could be: Oklahoma, Company, West Side Story, Hair, A Chorus Line and now you can add to that list HAMILTON: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL. HAMILTON is an international sensation that appeared on Broadway in 2015 and is sung and rapped through with scant traditional dialogue. Inspired by the 2004 biography Alexander Hamilton by historian Ron Chernow about the life of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, it features music, lyrics and book by Lin-Manuel Miranda. The show incorporates hip hop, R&B, pop, soul, traditional-style show tunes, and color-conscious casting of non-white actors as the Founding Fathers and other historical figures. In 2016, HAMILTON received a record 16 Tony nominations, winning 11, including Best Musical, and was also the recipient of the 2016 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album and the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The prior Off-Broadway production won the 2015 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical as well as seven other Drama Desk Awards.
Paper Chairs Presents THE DIVINE NARCISSUS Opening June 20
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019
paper chairs excitedly announces, The Divine Narcissus, a bold new adaptation of Sor Juana Inez de la Cruz's, El Narciso Divino, reimagined by Austin playwright and paper chairs' co-founder Elizabeth Doss. Join us at Rogge Ranch June 20th- 30th, 2019 as paper chairs explores Sor Juana's uncanny allegory that blends Greek myth and the bible into a new world wherein canonical narratives are deconstructed and reimagined to create an immersive and wholly original theatrical experience.
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019
paper chairs excitedly announces, The Divine Narcissus, a bold new adaptation of Sor Juana Inez de la Cruz's, El Narciso Divino, reimagined by Austin playwright and paper chairs' co-founder Elizabeth Doss. Join us at Rogge Ranch June 20th- 30th, 2019 as paper chairs explores Sor Juana's uncanny allegory that blends Greek myth and the bible into a new world wherein canonical narratives are deconstructed and reimagined to create an immersive and wholly original theatrical experience.
Jarrott Productions Announces Auditions For Joshua Harmon's ADMISSIONS
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019
Jarrott Productions will hold auditions for its Season V opener, Joshua Harmon's ADMISSIONS, on Friday, June 7th from 7-10pm at the St. Austin Catholic Parish at 21st & Guadalupe.
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019
Jarrott Productions will hold auditions for its Season V opener, Joshua Harmon's ADMISSIONS, on Friday, June 7th from 7-10pm at the St. Austin Catholic Parish at 21st & Guadalupe.
Three NNPN Rolling World Premieres Begin This Week - HERLAND, READY STEADY YETI GO, and JUMP
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019
National New Play Network, the country's alliance of nonprofit theaters that collaborate in innovative ways to develop, produce, and extend the life of new plays, announces three new Rolling World Premiere productions opening this week. Grace McLeod's Herland concludes its Roll at Greenway Court in Los Angeles, CA (May 31 - June 23;); meanwhile, Ready Steady Yeti Go by David Jacobi also wraps up its Roll in California at Venice's Rogue Machine Theatre (June 1 - July 29). Across the country in Atlanta, GA, Jump by Charly Evon Simpson continues its Roll at Actor's Express (June 1 - June 23).
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019
National New Play Network, the country's alliance of nonprofit theaters that collaborate in innovative ways to develop, produce, and extend the life of new plays, announces three new Rolling World Premiere productions opening this week. Grace McLeod's Herland concludes its Roll at Greenway Court in Los Angeles, CA (May 31 - June 23;); meanwhile, Ready Steady Yeti Go by David Jacobi also wraps up its Roll in California at Venice's Rogue Machine Theatre (June 1 - July 29). Across the country in Atlanta, GA, Jump by Charly Evon Simpson continues its Roll at Actor's Express (June 1 - June 23).
Different Stages Presents A DOLL'S HOUSE By Henrik Ibsen
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
Different Stages continues its 2018- 2019 season with Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House. The play, hugely controversial when first published and performed in Copenhagen in 1879, is about the unraveling of a family. Nora and Torvald Helmer believe they are happily married and on the brink of a blissful new phase of life; Torvald has been promoted to bank manager and their money worries are over. But Nora has a secret debt, incurred with good intentions and a forged signature, and with her husband's new power comes the threat of blackmail.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
Different Stages continues its 2018- 2019 season with Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House. The play, hugely controversial when first published and performed in Copenhagen in 1879, is about the unraveling of a family. Nora and Torvald Helmer believe they are happily married and on the brink of a blissful new phase of life; Torvald has been promoted to bank manager and their money worries are over. But Nora has a secret debt, incurred with good intentions and a forged signature, and with her husband's new power comes the threat of blackmail.
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