BWW Review: BAD JEWS at Vagabond Players
by Rowena Winkler - June 05, 2018
When a family deals with loss, how can they go about preserving their loved one's legacy with what was left behind? At the Vagabond Players, audiences can witness how Joshua Harmon's award-winning dark comedy BAD JEWS will immerse you on an emotional journey from beginning to end.
by Rowena Winkler - June 05, 2018
When a family deals with loss, how can they go about preserving their loved one's legacy with what was left behind? At the Vagabond Players, audiences can witness how Joshua Harmon's award-winning dark comedy BAD JEWS will immerse you on an emotional journey from beginning to end.
Howard Community College Presents TWELFTH NIGHT This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
The Howard Community College (HCC) Theatre Program presents William Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night." The show will take place at HCC's Dreier Stage, located outdoors, behind the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center (HVPA), with performances June 28-30. Directed by Theatre Department Chair Bill Gillett, "Twelfth Night" will feature current HCC students and guest artists, who will bring this wonderful play to life. "Twelfth Night" is a beguiling comedy that follows the romantic adventures of Viola and her twin Sebastian, both shipwrecked in the seaside dukedom of Illyria.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
The Howard Community College (HCC) Theatre Program presents William Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night." The show will take place at HCC's Dreier Stage, located outdoors, behind the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center (HVPA), with performances June 28-30. Directed by Theatre Department Chair Bill Gillett, "Twelfth Night" will feature current HCC students and guest artists, who will bring this wonderful play to life. "Twelfth Night" is a beguiling comedy that follows the romantic adventures of Viola and her twin Sebastian, both shipwrecked in the seaside dukedom of Illyria.
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company Will Perform Shakespeare for Flood Relief
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
The Chesapeake Shakespeare Company will open its 16th summer outdoor season in the Patapsco Female Institute Historic Park with two Flood Relief Benefit Performances of A Midsummer Night's Dream on June 20 and June 21, 2018. Gates open at 6:30pm for picnics. The benefit performances will begin at 8pm. Bring a picnic and a bottle of wine and enjoy family-friendly, professional theatre under the stars while helping neighbors in need. For tickets and details, please visit ChesapeakeShakespeare.com or call the box office at 410-244-8570.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
The Chesapeake Shakespeare Company will open its 16th summer outdoor season in the Patapsco Female Institute Historic Park with two Flood Relief Benefit Performances of A Midsummer Night's Dream on June 20 and June 21, 2018. Gates open at 6:30pm for picnics. The benefit performances will begin at 8pm. Bring a picnic and a bottle of wine and enjoy family-friendly, professional theatre under the stars while helping neighbors in need. For tickets and details, please visit ChesapeakeShakespeare.com or call the box office at 410-244-8570.
DLC's Professional Training Program Teaching Young Artists Presents URINETOWN
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
Drama Learning Center's professional training company for emerging young artists will present Urinetown, the Musical this June. Urinetown is a sidesplitting sendup of greed, love, revolution (and musicals) in a time when water is worth its weight in gold.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2018
Drama Learning Center's professional training company for emerging young artists will present Urinetown, the Musical this June. Urinetown is a sidesplitting sendup of greed, love, revolution (and musicals) in a time when water is worth its weight in gold.
Wrestling with Authentic Inauthenticity: CHAD DEITY at Cohesion Theatre
by Jack L. B. Gohn - June 02, 2018
The bad guy is supposed to proclaim how much he despises American values. But when we boo him, what are we booing? The foreign, the unknown, the threatening, the challenge to our self-righteousness. We don our Make America Great Again hats. But in a world where more and more of us, like the villain, are from the Outer Boroughs in one way or another, can the viewpoint hold?
by Jack L. B. Gohn - June 02, 2018
The bad guy is supposed to proclaim how much he despises American values. But when we boo him, what are we booing? The foreign, the unknown, the threatening, the challenge to our self-righteousness. We don our Make America Great Again hats. But in a world where more and more of us, like the villain, are from the Outer Boroughs in one way or another, can the viewpoint hold?
Celebrate 100th Anniversary Of Polish Independence At Strathmore, Today
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2018
The National Philharmonic ends its 2017-2018 season at The Music Center at Strathmore with a musical celebration, '100th Anniversary of Poland's Independence,' today, June 2 at 8 p.m. at the Concert Hall at the Music Center at Strathmore. Conducted by world-renowned Polish Maestro Miros?aw Jacek Baszczyk, the concert will feature music composed by Poland's greatest musicians, performed by some of today's leading vocalists and musicians. The performance will commence with an introduction by the Ambassador of Poland, Piotr Wilczek. The 100th anniversary of Poland has significant meaning for the National Philharmonic, which is led by Polish-born Music Director and Conductor Piotr Gajewski. One of the National Philharmonic's veteran artists, Brian Ganz-who will perform at the Polish celebration concert-is also a frequent performer of Frederic Chopin, beginning a quest in 2011 to perform all of the great Polish composer's works. During this celebratory concert, Maestro B?aszczyk will lead the National Philharmonic Chorale, accompanied by Esther Heideman, soprano; Magdalena Wor, mezzo-soprano; Tyler Duncan, baritone; and the National Philharmonic in Krzesimir D?bski's Hussars' Polonaise and Karol Szymanowski's Stabat Mater and Mr. Ganz in Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21. Ticket prices are $23-$76 and are free for young people age 7-17. Strathmore is located at 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.nationalphilharmonic.org or call 301.581.5100.
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2018
The National Philharmonic ends its 2017-2018 season at The Music Center at Strathmore with a musical celebration, '100th Anniversary of Poland's Independence,' today, June 2 at 8 p.m. at the Concert Hall at the Music Center at Strathmore. Conducted by world-renowned Polish Maestro Miros?aw Jacek Baszczyk, the concert will feature music composed by Poland's greatest musicians, performed by some of today's leading vocalists and musicians. The performance will commence with an introduction by the Ambassador of Poland, Piotr Wilczek. The 100th anniversary of Poland has significant meaning for the National Philharmonic, which is led by Polish-born Music Director and Conductor Piotr Gajewski. One of the National Philharmonic's veteran artists, Brian Ganz-who will perform at the Polish celebration concert-is also a frequent performer of Frederic Chopin, beginning a quest in 2011 to perform all of the great Polish composer's works. During this celebratory concert, Maestro B?aszczyk will lead the National Philharmonic Chorale, accompanied by Esther Heideman, soprano; Magdalena Wor, mezzo-soprano; Tyler Duncan, baritone; and the National Philharmonic in Krzesimir D?bski's Hussars' Polonaise and Karol Szymanowski's Stabat Mater and Mr. Ganz in Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21. Ticket prices are $23-$76 and are free for young people age 7-17. Strathmore is located at 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.nationalphilharmonic.org or call 301.581.5100.
East Coast Premiere Of THE BOOK OF JOSEPH Becomes The Highest-grossing Show In Everyman Theatre History
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2018
Having previously broken Everyman Theatre's all-time advance sales record, The Book of Joseph (on stage through June 10) has now achieved a new box office feat, unseating August Wilson's Fences as the theatre's highest-grossing play in 28 years-with 13 performances still to go including an added weeknight on June 5.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2018
Having previously broken Everyman Theatre's all-time advance sales record, The Book of Joseph (on stage through June 10) has now achieved a new box office feat, unseating August Wilson's Fences as the theatre's highest-grossing play in 28 years-with 13 performances still to go including an added weeknight on June 5.
Baltimore 80's Tribute Band The New Romance Invited Back To China To Perform
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2018
It has been said that with enough talent and determination that music can take you anywhere. Well, for Baltimore's highly-acclaimed 80s tribute band The New Romance that means half away the world - twice. The group has revealed that they have been invited back to China to perform at the illustrious Starworld Casino in Macau, China as the headlining act for The British Business Association of Macau Annual Ball on June 22 and June 23.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2018
It has been said that with enough talent and determination that music can take you anywhere. Well, for Baltimore's highly-acclaimed 80s tribute band The New Romance that means half away the world - twice. The group has revealed that they have been invited back to China to perform at the illustrious Starworld Casino in Macau, China as the headlining act for The British Business Association of Macau Annual Ball on June 22 and June 23.
TEN BY TENNESSEE Comes to Sky Stage
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2018
The Endangered Species Theatre Project presents Ten by Tennessee, a series of short plays written by Tennessee Williams and performing at Sky Stage. Inspired by Seattle's Endangered Species Project and produced and directed by Christine Mosere and Aaron Angello with the mission of bringing forgotten plays to life through elegantly staged readings.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2018
The Endangered Species Theatre Project presents Ten by Tennessee, a series of short plays written by Tennessee Williams and performing at Sky Stage. Inspired by Seattle's Endangered Species Project and produced and directed by Christine Mosere and Aaron Angello with the mission of bringing forgotten plays to life through elegantly staged readings.
Judy McLane & Philip Hernandez Return to Baltimore for Everyman Theatre Summer Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2018
Broadway's Judy McLane (Mamma Mia!) and Philip Hernandez (Les Miserables) bring dazzling musical entertainment to Everyman Theatre with Broadway Favorites: A Summer Cabaret, combining fun and adored show tunes with the intimate setting of Everyman Theatre's rehearsal hall for the sweet-sounding summer sparkle that only the best of Broadway can provide! With six shows only, Broadway Favorites: A Summer Cabaret is presented July 13 through 22, 2018, performed on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM and on Sundays at 2:00 PM.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2018
Broadway's Judy McLane (Mamma Mia!) and Philip Hernandez (Les Miserables) bring dazzling musical entertainment to Everyman Theatre with Broadway Favorites: A Summer Cabaret, combining fun and adored show tunes with the intimate setting of Everyman Theatre's rehearsal hall for the sweet-sounding summer sparkle that only the best of Broadway can provide! With six shows only, Broadway Favorites: A Summer Cabaret is presented July 13 through 22, 2018, performed on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM and on Sundays at 2:00 PM.
Women In Theatre Conference Coming To Howard Community College
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2018
Rep Stage is pleased to announce that the third annual conference dedicated to women working in the theatre will be held in the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center at Howard Community College on August 25 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. This year's theme of "Empowerment and Connection" pairs the original mission of providing opportunity for women in theatre to network with the urgent need for women to develop strategies to further the cause of gender equality.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2018
Rep Stage is pleased to announce that the third annual conference dedicated to women working in the theatre will be held in the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center at Howard Community College on August 25 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. This year's theme of "Empowerment and Connection" pairs the original mission of providing opportunity for women in theatre to network with the urgent need for women to develop strategies to further the cause of gender equality.
HCC's Arts Collective Presents MAKING ADVANCES: REVEALING STORIES ABOUT GENDER & SEXUAL IDENTITY
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2018
Howard Community College's (HCC) Arts Collective concludes its 23rd season with its eighth original devised work "Making Advances: Revealing Stories About Gender & Sexual Identity." This production, conceived by the cast and creatives, will take place June 7-17, in the Studio Theatre located within the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center (HVPA).
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2018
Howard Community College's (HCC) Arts Collective concludes its 23rd season with its eighth original devised work "Making Advances: Revealing Stories About Gender & Sexual Identity." This production, conceived by the cast and creatives, will take place June 7-17, in the Studio Theatre located within the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center (HVPA).
Arts Organization Studio Space Available At Howard County Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2018
The Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) is seeking applications from non-profit arts organizations to fill one available resident arts organization studio space. The available studio/office space is approximately 740 square feet and rents for $690.33 per month. The deadline to apply is June 4, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2018
The Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) is seeking applications from non-profit arts organizations to fill one available resident arts organization studio space. The available studio/office space is approximately 740 square feet and rents for $690.33 per month. The deadline to apply is June 4, 2018.
WINNIE THE POOH Opens Today at Maryland Ensemble Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2018
Maryland Ensemble Theatre's (MET) family theatre, The Fun Company is proud to present Winnie the Pooh. From the stories of A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh welcomes you to the Hundred Acre Wood, where A.A. Milne's beloved bear of very little brain is happily singing "Isn't it funny how a bear likes honey," when the terrible trouble begins. Join Piglet, Eeyore, Owl, Rabbit and Christopher Robin as they try to figure out what to do! Winnie the Pooh learns that anything is possible with a team of friends.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2018
Maryland Ensemble Theatre's (MET) family theatre, The Fun Company is proud to present Winnie the Pooh. From the stories of A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh welcomes you to the Hundred Acre Wood, where A.A. Milne's beloved bear of very little brain is happily singing "Isn't it funny how a bear likes honey," when the terrible trouble begins. Join Piglet, Eeyore, Owl, Rabbit and Christopher Robin as they try to figure out what to do! Winnie the Pooh learns that anything is possible with a team of friends.
BWW Review: THE BOOK OF JOSEPH at The Everyman Theatre
by Tina Collins - May 17, 2018
The psychological arcs of history are sometimes lost in the details and dates. THE BOOK OF JOSEPH amplifies those emotional truths as it follows the Hollander family's past struggle to survive World War II and present struggle to deal with the reverberations of a past we both wish to remember and seek to forget.
by Tina Collins - May 17, 2018
The psychological arcs of history are sometimes lost in the details and dates. THE BOOK OF JOSEPH amplifies those emotional truths as it follows the Hollander family's past struggle to survive World War II and present struggle to deal with the reverberations of a past we both wish to remember and seek to forget.
BWW Review: SOUL THE STAX MUSICAL - Baltimore Center Stage Presents World Premiere Until June 10, 2018
by Charles Shubow - May 17, 2018
I cannot think of a more fitting way to say thank you to Baltimore Center Stage Artistic Director Kwame Kwei-Armah than attending SOUL THE STAX MUSICAL which runs to June 10, 2018.
by Charles Shubow - May 17, 2018
I cannot think of a more fitting way to say thank you to Baltimore Center Stage Artistic Director Kwame Kwei-Armah than attending SOUL THE STAX MUSICAL which runs to June 10, 2018.
BWW Review: THE BOOK OF JOSEPH at Everyman Theatre - An Emotional and Poignant Portrayal of a Family from Krakow Poland to Baltimore
by Charles Shubow - May 17, 2018
On October 22, 1986, Richard Hollander was a well-known television reporter for Baltimore's WBAL-TV with his wife Ellen (an attorney and currently a U.S. District Court Judge) and three children, Craig, Hillary, and Brett (currently a sport reporter for WBAL).
by Charles Shubow - May 17, 2018
On October 22, 1986, Richard Hollander was a well-known television reporter for Baltimore's WBAL-TV with his wife Ellen (an attorney and currently a U.S. District Court Judge) and three children, Craig, Hillary, and Brett (currently a sport reporter for WBAL).
Way Off Broadway Concludes Season with Disney's BEAUTY & THE BEAST
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2018
The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre will bring its 2018 Mega-Mini Season to a close this summer with an extended run of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the international family favorite musical adapted for the stage from the 1991 animated movie.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2018
The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre will bring its 2018 Mega-Mini Season to a close this summer with an extended run of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the international family favorite musical adapted for the stage from the 1991 animated movie.
Maryland Ensemble Theatre Presents A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2018
Maryland Ensemble Theatre (MET), an award-winning theatre dedicated to the creation and production of extraordinary theatre, presents A View from the Bridge, a tragedy in which the limits of family bonds and personal honor are tested. Written by Arthur Miller (The Crucible), A View from the Bridge focuses on the poverty of an American working class family comes face to face with the sheer destitution of their immigrant cousins, desperate to make a new life when an admirable longshoreman takes in two if his wife's Italian cousins who have been smuggled into the country. One falls in love with his niece and a 1950s plot becomes more topical than ever!
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2018
Maryland Ensemble Theatre (MET), an award-winning theatre dedicated to the creation and production of extraordinary theatre, presents A View from the Bridge, a tragedy in which the limits of family bonds and personal honor are tested. Written by Arthur Miller (The Crucible), A View from the Bridge focuses on the poverty of an American working class family comes face to face with the sheer destitution of their immigrant cousins, desperate to make a new life when an admirable longshoreman takes in two if his wife's Italian cousins who have been smuggled into the country. One falls in love with his niece and a 1950s plot becomes more topical than ever!
Howard County Arts Council Hosts No Boundaries Performance
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
The No Boundaries theatre troupe, in cooperation with the Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks and the Howard County Arts Council, is pleased to present the musical 'Aladdin."
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
The No Boundaries theatre troupe, in cooperation with the Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks and the Howard County Arts Council, is pleased to present the musical 'Aladdin."
Legacy Of Racism In The Water Explored Through One Local Private Swim Blog's Story
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
Ally Theater Company returns to Joe's Movement Emporium with daring new work, #poolparty.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
Ally Theater Company returns to Joe's Movement Emporium with daring new work, #poolparty.
WINNIE THE POOH Opens May 19 at Maryland Ensemble Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
Maryland Ensemble Theatre's (MET) family theatre, The Fun Company is proud to present Winnie the Pooh. From the stories of A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh welcomes you to the Hundred Acre Wood, where A.A. Milne's beloved bear of very little brain is happily singing "Isn't it funny how a bear likes honey," when the terrible trouble begins. Join Piglet, Eeyore, Owl, Rabbit and Christopher Robin as they try to figure out what to do! Winnie the Pooh learns that anything is possible with a team of friends.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
Maryland Ensemble Theatre's (MET) family theatre, The Fun Company is proud to present Winnie the Pooh. From the stories of A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh welcomes you to the Hundred Acre Wood, where A.A. Milne's beloved bear of very little brain is happily singing "Isn't it funny how a bear likes honey," when the terrible trouble begins. Join Piglet, Eeyore, Owl, Rabbit and Christopher Robin as they try to figure out what to do! Winnie the Pooh learns that anything is possible with a team of friends.
Tinker Bell Comes To The Adventure Theatre MTC Stage 6/22
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
Adventure Theatre MTC (ATMTC), recent recipient of three 2017 Helen Hayes Award Nominations, brings to the stage the world premiere play, Tinker Bell, written by Washington, D.C. playwright Patrick Flynn and directed by Adventure Theatre MTC favorite, Nick Olcott (Three Little Birds, Knuffle Bunny). Based on the works of Sir J. M. Barrie, this exciting retelling of the classic Peter Pan story is recommended for all ages and opens June 24, 2018. Tickets are $19.50 each and can be purchased online at www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org or by calling 301-634-2270.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
Adventure Theatre MTC (ATMTC), recent recipient of three 2017 Helen Hayes Award Nominations, brings to the stage the world premiere play, Tinker Bell, written by Washington, D.C. playwright Patrick Flynn and directed by Adventure Theatre MTC favorite, Nick Olcott (Three Little Birds, Knuffle Bunny). Based on the works of Sir J. M. Barrie, this exciting retelling of the classic Peter Pan story is recommended for all ages and opens June 24, 2018. Tickets are $19.50 each and can be purchased online at www.adventuretheatre-mtc.org or by calling 301-634-2270.
Vagabond Players Presents BAD JEWS
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2018
Vagabond Players finish their 102nd season with Joshua Harmon's delectably savage comedy BAD JEWS directed by Miriam Bazensky. There's nothing like a death in the family to bring out the worst in people. When a beloved grandfather dies and a treasured family heirloom with sacred significance is up for grabs, just who is the most deserving heir? This blistering comedy raises provocative questions about religious identity and observance.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2018
Vagabond Players finish their 102nd season with Joshua Harmon's delectably savage comedy BAD JEWS directed by Miriam Bazensky. There's nothing like a death in the family to bring out the worst in people. When a beloved grandfather dies and a treasured family heirloom with sacred significance is up for grabs, just who is the most deserving heir? This blistering comedy raises provocative questions about religious identity and observance.
With SOUL, Stax Lives Again at Center Stage
by Jack L. B. Gohn - May 12, 2018
We want the same songs we (or our parents or grandparents, as the case may be) grew up with, every note of the horn arrangements, and the original singer's voices, imparting each smidgen of intonation and pacing that the original singe added to the song. A historical frame for the musical is perfect for catering to that simple but demanding taste: You want to see Otis Redding singing (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay? Fine, we've reached 1967 in the story, so here he is! And damn, doesn't he sound good?
by Jack L. B. Gohn - May 12, 2018
We want the same songs we (or our parents or grandparents, as the case may be) grew up with, every note of the horn arrangements, and the original singer's voices, imparting each smidgen of intonation and pacing that the original singe added to the song. A historical frame for the musical is perfect for catering to that simple but demanding taste: You want to see Otis Redding singing (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay? Fine, we've reached 1967 in the story, so here he is! And damn, doesn't he sound good?
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