BSF Announces 2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
Hampden-based Baltimore Shakespeare Factory's 2020 season will feature classic comedy, epic tragedy, and a US premiere. Opening with a timeless exploration of nationalism (Henry V), the season ramps up with one of Shakespeare's final triumphs presented as the Bard himself would have heard it (King Lear in Original Pronunciation), followed by a summer of clever and complicated comedy (Much Ado About Nothing and All's Well That Ends Well), and closing with the first English-language play ever published by a woman (The Tragedy of Mariam by Elizabeth Cary).
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2019
Hampden-based Baltimore Shakespeare Factory's 2020 season will feature classic comedy, epic tragedy, and a US premiere. Opening with a timeless exploration of nationalism (Henry V), the season ramps up with one of Shakespeare's final triumphs presented as the Bard himself would have heard it (King Lear in Original Pronunciation), followed by a summer of clever and complicated comedy (Much Ado About Nothing and All's Well That Ends Well), and closing with the first English-language play ever published by a woman (The Tragedy of Mariam by Elizabeth Cary).
Baltimore Center Stage Announces Cast For THE LONG CHRISTMAS DINNER
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Baltimore Center Stage has announced a special event featuring a staged reading of Thornton Wilder's The Long Christmas Dinner, which will take place on Monday, December 16, 2019. This one-night-only presentation of this revered classic features notable personalities with Baltimore ties in the classic roles of the Bayard Family during their 100-year-long Christmas dinner. The reading will serve as a launch-point for a post-performance conversation on the importance of family traditions, moderated by Artistic Director Stephanie Ybarra.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Baltimore Center Stage has announced a special event featuring a staged reading of Thornton Wilder's The Long Christmas Dinner, which will take place on Monday, December 16, 2019. This one-night-only presentation of this revered classic features notable personalities with Baltimore ties in the classic roles of the Bayard Family during their 100-year-long Christmas dinner. The reading will serve as a launch-point for a post-performance conversation on the importance of family traditions, moderated by Artistic Director Stephanie Ybarra.
Baltimore Center Stage Announces Holiday Event Featuring Staged Reading Of THE LONG CHRISTMAS DINNER
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Baltimore Center Stage has announced a special event featuring a staged reading of Thornton Wilder's The Long Christmas Dinner, which will take place on Monday, December 16, 2019. This one-night-only presentation of this revered classic features notable personalities with Baltimore ties in the classic roles of the Bayard Family during their 100-year-long Christmas dinner. The reading will serve as a launch-point for a post-performance conversation on the importance of family traditions, moderated by Artistic Director Stephanie Ybarra.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Baltimore Center Stage has announced a special event featuring a staged reading of Thornton Wilder's The Long Christmas Dinner, which will take place on Monday, December 16, 2019. This one-night-only presentation of this revered classic features notable personalities with Baltimore ties in the classic roles of the Bayard Family during their 100-year-long Christmas dinner. The reading will serve as a launch-point for a post-performance conversation on the importance of family traditions, moderated by Artistic Director Stephanie Ybarra.
SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at Olney Theatre Center is Toe Tapping Terrific!
by Charles Shubow - November 25, 2019
It's great there is a family-friendly musical ready for the holidays.
by Charles Shubow - November 25, 2019
It's great there is a family-friendly musical ready for the holidays.
First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Baltimore Awards!
by BWW - November 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
by BWW - November 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
Baltimore Center Stage Announces Cast and Artistic Team for MEN ON BOATS
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2019
Baltimore Center Stage is pleased to announce the cast and artistic team for Men on Boats by Jaclyn Backhaus. This rollicking comedy is history as you've never seen it beforea?"without a single man in sight. Join a team of explorers as they tell the true(ish) story of a?oediscoverya?? of the Grand Canyon and upend everything...including their boats.
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2019
Baltimore Center Stage is pleased to announce the cast and artistic team for Men on Boats by Jaclyn Backhaus. This rollicking comedy is history as you've never seen it beforea?"without a single man in sight. Join a team of explorers as they tell the true(ish) story of a?oediscoverya?? of the Grand Canyon and upend everything...including their boats.
Join the Howard County Arts Council for Their Annual Celebration of the Arts
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
The Howard County Arts Council will once again honor the local arts community's brightest stars at its signature event, the Celebration of the Arts in Howard County! Presented by Howard Bank, the Celebration gala will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2020 from 6-10 pm at the Peter and Elizabeth Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center at Howard Community College.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2019
The Howard County Arts Council will once again honor the local arts community's brightest stars at its signature event, the Celebration of the Arts in Howard County! Presented by Howard Bank, the Celebration gala will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2020 from 6-10 pm at the Peter and Elizabeth Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center at Howard Community College.
CuriosityStream Gives The Gift Of Curiosity For The Holidays
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2019
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??CuriosityStream, the world's leading independent factual media company, invites viewers to embrace the curious life this holiday season with six themed weeks of original specials and series, hidden gems and curious classics, along with brain-buzzing content and holiday hacks from CuriosityStream's Ambassadors. The Gift of Curiosity kicks off Monday, November 25, 2019 through Sunday, January 5, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2019
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??CuriosityStream, the world's leading independent factual media company, invites viewers to embrace the curious life this holiday season with six themed weeks of original specials and series, hidden gems and curious classics, along with brain-buzzing content and holiday hacks from CuriosityStream's Ambassadors. The Gift of Curiosity kicks off Monday, November 25, 2019 through Sunday, January 5, 2020.
Voting Now Open For The 2019 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Baltimore Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
Bach In Baltimore Performs Handel's Messiah Twice In December
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2019
Bach in Baltimore announced today two performances of Handel's Messiah to welcome the Christmas season. The first performance is on Saturday, December 7 at 7 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, located at 3604 Chatham Road in Ellicott City, and the second performance is on Sunday, December 8 at 3 p.m. at St. Casimir's Church, located at 2800 O'Donnell Street in Baltimore. These concerts promise to be the highlight of the holiday season.
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2019
Bach in Baltimore announced today two performances of Handel's Messiah to welcome the Christmas season. The first performance is on Saturday, December 7 at 7 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, located at 3604 Chatham Road in Ellicott City, and the second performance is on Sunday, December 8 at 3 p.m. at St. Casimir's Church, located at 2800 O'Donnell Street in Baltimore. These concerts promise to be the highlight of the holiday season.
Howard County Arts Council Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Directors
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
The Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) welcomes three community leaders to its Board of Directors. Thomas Engleman, Julia Kovacs, and Sabina Taj join a multitalented group led by Board President Sharonlee Vogel, Community Liaison and Visual Artist.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
The Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) welcomes three community leaders to its Board of Directors. Thomas Engleman, Julia Kovacs, and Sabina Taj join a multitalented group led by Board President Sharonlee Vogel, Community Liaison and Visual Artist.
Community College of Baltimore County Performing Arts Presents ARGONAUTIKA
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
Community College of Baltimore County Performing Arts academic theatre presents Argonautika, opening Nov. 21 in F. Scott Black Theatre at CCBC Essex, 7201 Rossville Boulevard.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
Community College of Baltimore County Performing Arts academic theatre presents Argonautika, opening Nov. 21 in F. Scott Black Theatre at CCBC Essex, 7201 Rossville Boulevard.
Submissions Now Open For 10x10x10 At Fells Point Corner Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
Fells Point Corner Theatre is seeking original 10-minute plays by Baltimore area playwrights for the critically acclaimed local play festival 10x10x10. The 10x10x10 play festival is a staple of local theatre in Baltimore, and one of the highest selling productions at Fells Point Corner Theatre each season.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
Fells Point Corner Theatre is seeking original 10-minute plays by Baltimore area playwrights for the critically acclaimed local play festival 10x10x10. The 10x10x10 play festival is a staple of local theatre in Baltimore, and one of the highest selling productions at Fells Point Corner Theatre each season.
BARE Makes Its Baltimore Premiere at Iron Crow Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
'The team of Jon Hartmere Jr. and Damon Intrabartolo have wrought a magnificent, totally original contemporary musical extravaganza that explores the schism between youthful passion and theological dogma.' - Variety
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
'The team of Jon Hartmere Jr. and Damon Intrabartolo have wrought a magnificent, totally original contemporary musical extravaganza that explores the schism between youthful passion and theological dogma.' - Variety
BWW Review: ALADDIN at Hippodrome Theatre
by Rowena Winkler - November 18, 2019
If you're looking for a?oeA Whole New Worlda?? to break up the monotony of your week, look no further than the Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center. Disney Theatrical Productions has done it again with its National Tour of Aladdin: another movie-to-musical hit that stays true to the core of the story while adding elements meant to dazzle live audiences.
by Rowena Winkler - November 18, 2019
If you're looking for a?oeA Whole New Worlda?? to break up the monotony of your week, look no further than the Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center. Disney Theatrical Productions has done it again with its National Tour of Aladdin: another movie-to-musical hit that stays true to the core of the story while adding elements meant to dazzle live audiences.
THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH is Coming to The Greenbelt Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Greenbelt Arts Center presents The Phantom Tollbooth, opening the day after Thanksgiving. In this play, the beloved children's fantasy adventure comes to life as Milo and the faithful watchdog Tock travel to the Lands Beyond. Ten-year old Milo is bored one afternoon, when a tollbooth mysteriously arrives in his room.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Greenbelt Arts Center presents The Phantom Tollbooth, opening the day after Thanksgiving. In this play, the beloved children's fantasy adventure comes to life as Milo and the faithful watchdog Tock travel to the Lands Beyond. Ten-year old Milo is bored one afternoon, when a tollbooth mysteriously arrives in his room.
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Comes to the Everyman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Everyman Theatre continues its 2019/2020 season with Agatha Christie's famous whodunita?"the literary, cinematic, and now theatrical classic, Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express. Everyman's production, directed by Founding Artistic Director Vincent M. Lancisi and adapted by noted playwright Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, Crazy For You), runs December 3, 2019, through January 5, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2019
Everyman Theatre continues its 2019/2020 season with Agatha Christie's famous whodunita?"the literary, cinematic, and now theatrical classic, Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express. Everyman's production, directed by Founding Artistic Director Vincent M. Lancisi and adapted by noted playwright Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, Crazy For You), runs December 3, 2019, through January 5, 2020.
LITTLE WOMEN is Coming to the Strand Theater Company
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
The Strand Theater Company presents the Third installment of its 12th consecutive season as the only brick-and-mortar company in Baltimore exclusively celebrating women's diverse voices and perspectives - a production of Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, adapted and directed by the Strand Associate Artistic Director, Erin Riley.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
The Strand Theater Company presents the Third installment of its 12th consecutive season as the only brick-and-mortar company in Baltimore exclusively celebrating women's diverse voices and perspectives - a production of Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, adapted and directed by the Strand Associate Artistic Director, Erin Riley.
Mountain City Center For The Arts Brings JumpStart Theatre Training To Tri-State Area Theatre Educators
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
On Friday October 25th, over thirty theatre educators from more than a dozen tri-state area institutions converged on Mountain City Center for the Arts (MCCA) in Frostburg, MD for musical theatre training. The instruction was provided by Broadway experts from iTheatrics in conjunction with the Educational Theatre Foundation's JumpStart Theatre Program.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
On Friday October 25th, over thirty theatre educators from more than a dozen tri-state area institutions converged on Mountain City Center for the Arts (MCCA) in Frostburg, MD for musical theatre training. The instruction was provided by Broadway experts from iTheatrics in conjunction with the Educational Theatre Foundation's JumpStart Theatre Program.
Full Circle Dance Company Presents REFUGE: NEEDING, SEEKING, FINDING
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Full Circle Dance Company, known for tackling pressing real-world issues with emotional and physical power, presents the all-new show REFUGE: Needing, Seeking, Finding.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Full Circle Dance Company, known for tackling pressing real-world issues with emotional and physical power, presents the all-new show REFUGE: Needing, Seeking, Finding.
SHE STOOPS TO CONQUER By Oliver Goldsmith Comes to FPCT
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Young Marlow, on his way to meet the match his father has chosen for him, arrives at a somewhat dilapidated country house and mistakes it for an inn. From there, Oliver Goldsmith's She Stoops to Conquer (1773) is a riotous jaunt of mistaken identity, practical jokes, and romantic shenanigans. At once both a charming love story and witty satire of romance, class, and station, it is a laughing comedy that has delighted audiences for over 230 years.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Young Marlow, on his way to meet the match his father has chosen for him, arrives at a somewhat dilapidated country house and mistakes it for an inn. From there, Oliver Goldsmith's She Stoops to Conquer (1773) is a riotous jaunt of mistaken identity, practical jokes, and romantic shenanigans. At once both a charming love story and witty satire of romance, class, and station, it is a laughing comedy that has delighted audiences for over 230 years.
Agatha Christie's Beloved Murder Mystery Up Next At Everyman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
Everyman Theatre continues its 2019/2020 season with Agatha Christie's famous whodunita?"the literary, cinematic, and now theatrical classic, Murder on the Orient Express. Everyman's production, directed by Founding Artistic Director Vincent M. Lancisi and adapted by noted playwright Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, Crazy For You), runs December 3, 2019, through January 5, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2019
Everyman Theatre continues its 2019/2020 season with Agatha Christie's famous whodunita?"the literary, cinematic, and now theatrical classic, Murder on the Orient Express. Everyman's production, directed by Founding Artistic Director Vincent M. Lancisi and adapted by noted playwright Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, Crazy For You), runs December 3, 2019, through January 5, 2020.
A CHORUS LINE at the Signature Theatre - Dance: 10, Looks, 10, Show: 10 !!!!!!!
by Charles Shubow - November 08, 2019
Do not miss this superb rendition of a classic musical.
by Charles Shubow - November 08, 2019
Do not miss this superb rendition of a classic musical.
Maryland Ensemble Theatre To Present THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS SHOW (ABRIDGED)
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2019
'Tis the season for the Annual Holiday Variety Show and Christmas Pageant at St. Everybody's Non-Denominational Universalist Church! But what's this? None of the acts scheduled have arrived?!? Don't cancel Christmas just yet. Three brave church members are pressed into service to perform the entire show by themselves. Festive, funny, and physical, this delightfully twisted and unhinged trip through our favorite holiday traditions will ensure an experience like no other. Packed with more than enough laughs to stuff a stocking!
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2019
'Tis the season for the Annual Holiday Variety Show and Christmas Pageant at St. Everybody's Non-Denominational Universalist Church! But what's this? None of the acts scheduled have arrived?!? Don't cancel Christmas just yet. Three brave church members are pressed into service to perform the entire show by themselves. Festive, funny, and physical, this delightfully twisted and unhinged trip through our favorite holiday traditions will ensure an experience like no other. Packed with more than enough laughs to stuff a stocking!
Zach Bencal on Teaching Authenticity with ALADDIN
by Rowena Winkler - November 05, 2019
The national tour of Aladdin is coming to the Hippodrome as part of its Broadway Series in November, and it's certainly a performance you do not want to miss. With 337 costumes, 111 moving lights, and 38 tons of scenery, lighting, and effects suspended from the grid, it's no wonder that it takes 75 people to deliver the spectacle of this show on tour. To give you insight on what it takes to be in a show of this caliber, BroadwayWorld sat down with Zach Bencal, who has been in over 1000 performances of Aladdin as Babkak, one of the street urchin's friends.
by Rowena Winkler - November 05, 2019
The national tour of Aladdin is coming to the Hippodrome as part of its Broadway Series in November, and it's certainly a performance you do not want to miss. With 337 costumes, 111 moving lights, and 38 tons of scenery, lighting, and effects suspended from the grid, it's no wonder that it takes 75 people to deliver the spectacle of this show on tour. To give you insight on what it takes to be in a show of this caliber, BroadwayWorld sat down with Zach Bencal, who has been in over 1000 performances of Aladdin as Babkak, one of the street urchin's friends.
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