Todd Schmidt Named Executive Director of Alabama Shakespeare Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2018
The Alabama Shakespeare Festival Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Todd Schmidt as ASF's Executive Director. Todd joins the recently appointed Artistic Director, Rick Dildine, as co-leader of the State Theatre of Alabama.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2018
The Alabama Shakespeare Festival Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Todd Schmidt as ASF's Executive Director. Todd joins the recently appointed Artistic Director, Rick Dildine, as co-leader of the State Theatre of Alabama.
BWW Review: DISNEY'S THE LION KING Roars With Excitement and Creative Wonder at BJCC CONCERT HALL
by David Edward Perry - March 20, 2018
There is no comparison to the amazing creative expression director Julie Taymor has woven into Disney's 'The Lion King.' This beautiful presentation of the iconic animated film is built on a collective of striking theatrical elements indicative of theatre styles found on a global scale. The artistic expression found in this touring company is candy for your eyes and ears that you cannot get enough of.
by David Edward Perry - March 20, 2018
There is no comparison to the amazing creative expression director Julie Taymor has woven into Disney's 'The Lion King.' This beautiful presentation of the iconic animated film is built on a collective of striking theatrical elements indicative of theatre styles found on a global scale. The artistic expression found in this touring company is candy for your eyes and ears that you cannot get enough of.
Del Shores Returns To TNT For A Special Performance Of His Latest Solo Show
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Texas-born writer, director, producer and actor Del Shores will once again bring his own brand of Southern humor to town when his new one-man show takes the stage at Terrific New Theatre - for one night only - on May 18 at 8 p.m. After the performance, the TNT audience will be treated to a meet-and-greet with the star.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Texas-born writer, director, producer and actor Del Shores will once again bring his own brand of Southern humor to town when his new one-man show takes the stage at Terrific New Theatre - for one night only - on May 18 at 8 p.m. After the performance, the TNT audience will be treated to a meet-and-greet with the star.
Actor Nick Cordileone Goes Green Sharing his Life as Timon in the National Tour of Disney's THE LION KING at the BJCC
by David Edward Perry - March 18, 2018
Nick Cordileone has spent the past eight years giving life to the wise cracking meerkat Timon in the national tour of Disney's The Lion King. His hilarious performance is accentuated with impressive puppetry. Cordileone brings a sharp wit and tender heart to the loyal friend of Simba and Pumbaa. Attributes that he is no stranger to.
by David Edward Perry - March 18, 2018
Nick Cordileone has spent the past eight years giving life to the wise cracking meerkat Timon in the national tour of Disney's The Lion King. His hilarious performance is accentuated with impressive puppetry. Cordileone brings a sharp wit and tender heart to the loyal friend of Simba and Pumbaa. Attributes that he is no stranger to.
BWW Previews: Compelling new Plays in the HUMAN RIGHTS NEW WORKS FESTIVAL at Red Mountain Theatre Company
by David Edward Perry - March 05, 2018
A series of fresh new plays and musicals are coming to Birmingham in the Human Rights New Works Festival at Red Mountain Theatre Company. You will be treated to a intimate format of staged readings with some of Birminghams top actors and singers. Festival runs March 15-18
by David Edward Perry - March 05, 2018
A series of fresh new plays and musicals are coming to Birmingham in the Human Rights New Works Festival at Red Mountain Theatre Company. You will be treated to a intimate format of staged readings with some of Birminghams top actors and singers. Festival runs March 15-18
BWW Review: Theatre Tuscaloosa's CABARET Entertains with Song, Dance and Decadences of the Dark Side of Love.
by David Edward Perry - February 27, 2018
The production leaves you breathless with a wagon train of thoughts and emotions to process. I was entertained and at the same time shaken. This show acts as a bridge to the raw emotions of those struggling toward acceptance.
by David Edward Perry - February 27, 2018
The production leaves you breathless with a wagon train of thoughts and emotions to process. I was entertained and at the same time shaken. This show acts as a bridge to the raw emotions of those struggling toward acceptance.
TNT presents Smart and Funny One Man Show BUYER & CELLAR
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018
Terrific New Theatre presents the Alabama premiere of the hilarious and whimsical comedy "Buyer & Cellar." The production opens March 8 and continues through March 24, with shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees on March 11 and March 18 at 2:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018
Terrific New Theatre presents the Alabama premiere of the hilarious and whimsical comedy "Buyer & Cellar." The production opens March 8 and continues through March 24, with shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees on March 11 and March 18 at 2:30 p.m.
BWW Feature: FORMA ARTS AND WELLNESS is a New Space for Birmingham's Artists and Teachers to Shine
by David Edward Perry - February 20, 2018
Forma Arts and Wellness is a new performing arts space located in downtown Birmingham. Creators Whitney Renfroe and Brandon Barranco have a passion to offer artists in all mediums a place to craft, rehearse and perform.
by David Edward Perry - February 20, 2018
Forma Arts and Wellness is a new performing arts space located in downtown Birmingham. Creators Whitney Renfroe and Brandon Barranco have a passion to offer artists in all mediums a place to craft, rehearse and perform.
Red Mountain Theatre Company Launches Its Inaugural Human Rights New Works Festival
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2018
In this time when exclusion and divisiveness are so prevalent, there is perhaps nothing more vital to our community than live theatre. Inclusiveness is intrinsic, with people of all ages, races, and socio-economic backgrounds, who might not otherwise cross paths, joining together in the experience. As they witness the stories of characters, perhaps dissimilar from themselves, they are transformed, building natural empathy in a powerful way.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2018
In this time when exclusion and divisiveness are so prevalent, there is perhaps nothing more vital to our community than live theatre. Inclusiveness is intrinsic, with people of all ages, races, and socio-economic backgrounds, who might not otherwise cross paths, joining together in the experience. As they witness the stories of characters, perhaps dissimilar from themselves, they are transformed, building natural empathy in a powerful way.
Making Black History - Actor PHIL LAMARR: In Voice and Vision
by David Edward Perry - February 13, 2018
Phil LaMarr has been delivering incredibly rich characters to animation, film and the stage for the past thirty years. If you are not familiar with his name, you are sure to know his voice.
by David Edward Perry - February 13, 2018
Phil LaMarr has been delivering incredibly rich characters to animation, film and the stage for the past thirty years. If you are not familiar with his name, you are sure to know his voice.
Clarence Brown Theatre Recommended for NEA Art Works Award for ALABAMA STORY
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2018
The Clarence Brown Theatre has been recommended for a prestigious $15,000 "Art Works" award from the National Endowment for the Arts in support of the Southeast Premier of Alabama Story by Kenneth Jones running now through February 18th.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2018
The Clarence Brown Theatre has been recommended for a prestigious $15,000 "Art Works" award from the National Endowment for the Arts in support of the Southeast Premier of Alabama Story by Kenneth Jones running now through February 18th.
BWW Review: Birmingham Festival Theatre got you Laughing when Einstein meets PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE
by David Edward Perry - February 09, 2018
"Picasso at the Lapin Agile" is a play with a playful heart and much optimism. Birmingham Festival Theatre brought this Steve Martin comedy to life with a hilarious cast. If you have ever wondered what would happen if Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein met in a bar, this is for you.
by David Edward Perry - February 09, 2018
"Picasso at the Lapin Agile" is a play with a playful heart and much optimism. Birmingham Festival Theatre brought this Steve Martin comedy to life with a hilarious cast. If you have ever wondered what would happen if Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein met in a bar, this is for you.
BWW Review: THE COLOR PURPLE is Vibrant with Song and Success at Red Mountain Theatre Company
by David Edward Perry - February 05, 2018
'The Color Purple' was riveting due to its top talent, high energy and high production quality in every aspect of the performance.The vocals throughout the performance are rich with full harmonies, belting solos. The intimate stage springs alive with swashes of vibrant colors combined with familiar visual elements of traditional southern charm.
by David Edward Perry - February 05, 2018
'The Color Purple' was riveting due to its top talent, high energy and high production quality in every aspect of the performance.The vocals throughout the performance are rich with full harmonies, belting solos. The intimate stage springs alive with swashes of vibrant colors combined with familiar visual elements of traditional southern charm.
BWW Review: It Was Hilarious Going BAREFOOT IN THE PARK at Homewood Theatre
by David Edward Perry - February 01, 2018
'Barefoot in the Park' has all the elements of a traditional good ol' American sitcom. Newlyweds discovering emotional peaks and pitfalls, a tense parent-child dynamic, unresolved family issues, wise advice from a telephone repairman and a bohemian continental who lives in mystery upstairs.
by David Edward Perry - February 01, 2018
'Barefoot in the Park' has all the elements of a traditional good ol' American sitcom. Newlyweds discovering emotional peaks and pitfalls, a tense parent-child dynamic, unresolved family issues, wise advice from a telephone repairman and a bohemian continental who lives in mystery upstairs.
BWW Review: Divine Comedy is Found in NUNSENSE at Terrific New Theatre
by David Edward Perry - January 29, 2018
Five nuns sing, joke it up and dance in this hilarious musical. While frequently breaking the fourth wall to engage with the audience, the approachable cast makes 'Nunsense' funny and lighthearted. You'll feel as if you are at a live Las Vegas style variety show.
by David Edward Perry - January 29, 2018
Five nuns sing, joke it up and dance in this hilarious musical. While frequently breaking the fourth wall to engage with the audience, the approachable cast makes 'Nunsense' funny and lighthearted. You'll feel as if you are at a live Las Vegas style variety show.
BWW Review: The Heat of CHICAGO Cools at Virginia Samford Theatre
by David Edward Perry - January 26, 2018
This production of CHICAGO is enjoyable. I was expecting more of an energetic 'umph' from the leads. Without that, I felt the show's energy lacked cohesion from the beginning. It's opening weekend. If they can find that spark, this show will be one hot CHICAGO.
by David Edward Perry - January 26, 2018
This production of CHICAGO is enjoyable. I was expecting more of an energetic 'umph' from the leads. Without that, I felt the show's energy lacked cohesion from the beginning. It's opening weekend. If they can find that spark, this show will be one hot CHICAGO.
BWW Review: I Found Wicked Temptation in THE TRAGEDY OF CARMEN at Opera Birmingham
by David Edward Perry - January 25, 2018
Opera Birmingham delivered a trimmed version of "The Tragedy of Carmen" that did not loose a bit of its luster. The cabaret theater at the Red Mountain Theatre Company provided a perfect venue for this cast of powerful singers.
by David Edward Perry - January 25, 2018
Opera Birmingham delivered a trimmed version of "The Tragedy of Carmen" that did not loose a bit of its luster. The cabaret theater at the Red Mountain Theatre Company provided a perfect venue for this cast of powerful singers.
NUNSENSE Comes To Terrific New Theatre This January
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
The hilarious musical comedy Nunsense is the first offering of the New Year for Terrific New Theatre (TNT), opening today, January 18, 2018.Written by Dan Goggin, and featuring the antics of five singing/dancing nuns, Nunsense runs until February 10, with shows today, Friday and Saturday at 8p.m. and on Sundays,January 28 and February 4, at 2:30p.m.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
The hilarious musical comedy Nunsense is the first offering of the New Year for Terrific New Theatre (TNT), opening today, January 18, 2018.Written by Dan Goggin, and featuring the antics of five singing/dancing nuns, Nunsense runs until February 10, with shows today, Friday and Saturday at 8p.m. and on Sundays,January 28 and February 4, at 2:30p.m.
Winners Announced For The 2017 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; NEWSIES Wins Best Musical!
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2018
The votes have been counted... Check out the fill list of winners for the 2017 BWW Regional Awards!
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2018
The votes have been counted... Check out the fill list of winners for the 2017 BWW Regional Awards!
Nick Crawford and Jacob Simmons talk about bringing vaudeville back to Birmingham in NICK & JACOB: A TWO-MAN VARIETY SHOW
by David Edward Perry - January 10, 2018
With growing Birmingham audiences looking for new and fun ways to laugh and be entertained, it looks like 'Nick & Jacob: A Two-Man Variety Show' is the right show at the right time.
by David Edward Perry - January 10, 2018
With growing Birmingham audiences looking for new and fun ways to laugh and be entertained, it looks like 'Nick & Jacob: A Two-Man Variety Show' is the right show at the right time.
BRIEF ENCOUNTER Returns To Birmingham Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2018
One of the most acclaimed theatrical productions seen all over the world returns to Birmingham in February. Kneehigh's production of No l Coward's Brief Encounter, adapted and directed by Emma Rice, will be produced live on stage at Birmingham Repertory Theatre from 2 17 February 2018.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2018
One of the most acclaimed theatrical productions seen all over the world returns to Birmingham in February. Kneehigh's production of No l Coward's Brief Encounter, adapted and directed by Emma Rice, will be produced live on stage at Birmingham Repertory Theatre from 2 17 February 2018.
BWW Review: Bring in the New Year Laughing by Going TO MOCK A KILLING BIRD at Theatre Downtown
by David Edward Perry - December 30, 2017
'To Mock a Killing Bird!' is an improvised, murder mystery comedy that is a New Year's staple in the city of Birmingham. Every performance is new, fresh and full of madcap plot devices and hilarious characters.
by David Edward Perry - December 30, 2017
'To Mock a Killing Bird!' is an improvised, murder mystery comedy that is a New Year's staple in the city of Birmingham. Every performance is new, fresh and full of madcap plot devices and hilarious characters.
NUNSENSE Comes To Terrific New Theatre This January
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2017
The hilarious musical comedy Nunsense is the first offering of the New Year for Terrific New Theatre (TNT), opening on Thursday, January 18, 2018.Written by Dan Goggin, and featuring the antics of five singing/dancing nuns, Nunsense runs until February 10, with shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8p.m. and on Sundays,January 28 and February 4, at 2:30p.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2017
The hilarious musical comedy Nunsense is the first offering of the New Year for Terrific New Theatre (TNT), opening on Thursday, January 18, 2018.Written by Dan Goggin, and featuring the antics of five singing/dancing nuns, Nunsense runs until February 10, with shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8p.m. and on Sundays,January 28 and February 4, at 2:30p.m.
BWW Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE! at Virginia Samford Theatre Delivers the Christmas Spirit with an Amazing Cast
by David Edward Perry - December 26, 2017
Ravenswood Productions is once again delivering the holiday treat to the city of Birmingham. 'It's a Wonderful Life: Live!' is a bright and lively throwback to the days of radio theater
by David Edward Perry - December 26, 2017
Ravenswood Productions is once again delivering the holiday treat to the city of Birmingham. 'It's a Wonderful Life: Live!' is a bright and lively throwback to the days of radio theater
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; Just One Week Left!
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
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