Carissa Chesanek

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MILK Opens at Thrown Stone Theatre Company
Posted: Aug. 1, 2017

Finding Neverland Hits The Bushnell's Stage
Posted: Aug. 2, 2017

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BWW Review: KENNY ROGERS' FINAL TOUR at Mohegan Sun
Posted: Dec. 19, 2016

BWW Review: THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG...
Posted: Dec. 28, 2016

A Chorus Line at Downtown Cabaret
Posted: Nov. 21, 2016

BWW Review: DIRTY DANCING Opens at Proctors
Posted: Nov. 10, 2016

Finding Neverland Hits The Bushnell's Stage
August 2, 2017

Finding Neverland delights its audience with a magical stage of make-believe and a touching story to follow.

MILK Opens at Thrown Stone Theatre Company
August 1, 2017

The moving and controversial play, Milk wows the audience at the Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance.

BWW Review: Fun Home Musical Opens at The Bushnell
June 22, 2017

Opening night of the Tony Award-winning musical, Fun Home was a success at The Bushnell last night, bringing the crowd out of their seats for a standing ovation.

Diana Krall Comes to The Bushnell
June 15, 2017

Last night, the jazz pianist Diana Krall swooned the audience at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts.

The Most Beautiful Room in New York City Hits Long Wharf Theatre
May 19, 2017

The food-focused musical, The Most Beautiful Room in New York City recently opened at New Haven's Long Wharf Theatre, bringing with it a tasty tale of love, family, and sacrifice.

A Weekend of Live Music, Comedy, and Whiskey at Mohegan Sun
April 26, 2017

Over the weekend, Mohegan Sun hosted a wide selection of fun and entertainment. From live bands to stand up comedy acts, the casino didn't disappoint its guests.

NEXT TO NORMAL Musical Extends Its Stay at TheaterWorks
March 28, 2017

The Pulitzer Prize winner Next to Normal musical recently opened at TheaterWorks in Hartford, Connecticut and will now extend its well-praised stay from April 30th to May 7th.

BWW Review: JERSEY BOYS Sing Their Way Onto The Bushnell's Stage
March 23, 2017

There's a reason why the musical, Jersey Boys is such a hit, and last night the audience at The Bushnell got to experience all the hype.

BWW Review: SPRING AWAKENING Entices the Audience at Downtown Cabaret Theatre
March 20, 2017

Laugh, cry, sing, while watching the award-winning musical, Spring Awakening this season at Downtown Cabaret.

BWW Review: Beth Hart Seduces The Crowd At Foxwoods Resort Casino
February 27, 2017

Sultry blues singer, Beth Hart took the stage at Foxwoods Resort Casino on Saturday night, captivating her audience with emotional lyrics and powerful vocals.

BWW Review: AMADEUS Hits Downtown Cabaret Main Stage Theatre
February 15, 2017

Peter Shaffer's award winning play, Amadeus brings its talent to Downtown Cabaret in Bridgeport, Connecticut - and does not disappoint. Mixed with silly humor and dark drama, Amadeus is a show that reels you in and doesn't let go until the very end.

BWW Review: THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at The Bushnell
December 28, 2016

Intense is probably one word to describe The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, which opened last night at The Bushnell in Hartford, Connecticut. Mesmerizing is another. The Broadway play by Simon Stephens stemmed from the Mark Haddon novel awed its audience with its intelligence, enthusiasm, and electric lights display. Of course the opening scene with a dog stabbed with a gardening fork helped reel them in, too.

BWW Review: KENNY ROGERS' FINAL TOUR at Mohegan Sun
December 19, 2016

Over the weekend, the legendary singer Kenny Rogers hit the stage at Mohegan Sun for his final tour, The Gambler's Last Deal.

BWW Review: KINKY BOOTS at The Hanover Theatre
December 1, 2016

A musical delight that's funny, sexy, and heartening till the very end.

BWW Review: FROSTY THE SNOWMAN
November 28, 2016

A family-friendly musical comes to life on stage in Connecticut this holiday season.

A Chorus Line at Downtown Cabaret
November 21, 2016

The award-winning musical comes to the The Downtown Cabaret Main Theatre stage with soulful characters that offer gripping and touching stories.

BWW Review: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at The Bushnell
November 18, 2016

A musical infused with ballet and a passionate love affair, An American in Paris delights at The Bushnell.

BWW Review: DIRTY DANCING Opens at Proctors
November 10, 2016

The electrifying cast belts out classic tunes with dance moves and talent like no other.

BWW Review: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER Comes to The Bushnell
October 26, 2016

The hilarious broadway musical comes to Connecticut, bringing with it laugh-out-loud entertainment you won't want to miss.

BWW Review: Mohegan Sun's Star-Studded Musical Weekend
October 17, 2016

Mohegan Sun shelled out live concerts, dance parties, and celebrity appearances to help celebrate their 20th anniversary.