BWW Review: SISTER ACT Warrants Praise
by Marietta Lunceford - May 07, 2016
Having just seen a beautiful production of THE SECRET GARDEN at Red Mountain Theatre Company two short weeks ago, I was surprised to turn my calendar and realize I was headed back there so soon for SISTER ACT. Once again, RMTC has outdone themselves with a stellar performance.
by Marietta Lunceford - May 07, 2016
Having just seen a beautiful production of THE SECRET GARDEN at Red Mountain Theatre Company two short weeks ago, I was surprised to turn my calendar and realize I was headed back there so soon for SISTER ACT. Once again, RMTC has outdone themselves with a stellar performance.
BWW Blog: Tara Folio - The Faces Behind the Table
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - May 06, 2016
Theatre can be such a competitive industry, and at times it feels like you are under constant scrutiny.
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - May 06, 2016
Theatre can be such a competitive industry, and at times it feels like you are under constant scrutiny.
BWW Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS Delivers Emotion
by Marietta Lunceford - April 29, 2016
Theatre Downtown brings yet another production of STEEL MAGNOLIAS to the Birmingham area. If you haven't seen this classic, don't miss this chance. Since everyone has just done it, it might be awhile before you get the opportunity again.
by Marietta Lunceford - April 29, 2016
Theatre Downtown brings yet another production of STEEL MAGNOLIAS to the Birmingham area. If you haven't seen this classic, don't miss this chance. Since everyone has just done it, it might be awhile before you get the opportunity again.
BWW Review: THE SECRET GARDEN Blooms Beautifully
by Marietta Lunceford - April 23, 2016
In sharp contrast to last night's irreverent and rock filled AMERICAN IDIOT, I once again have seen how diverse and amazing theatre is in Birmingham. Tonight I went to see THE SECRET GARDEN at Red Mountain Theatre Company. For all of the cursing, adult themes and rawness of last night, tonight was one of the most enchanting things I have ever seen.
by Marietta Lunceford - April 23, 2016
In sharp contrast to last night's irreverent and rock filled AMERICAN IDIOT, I once again have seen how diverse and amazing theatre is in Birmingham. Tonight I went to see THE SECRET GARDEN at Red Mountain Theatre Company. For all of the cursing, adult themes and rawness of last night, tonight was one of the most enchanting things I have ever seen.
BWW Review: Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT Takes Risk
by Marietta Lunceford - April 22, 2016
AMERICAN IDIOT at Birmingham-Southern College is edgy, gritty and all that you want it to be. BSC took a risk doing a current and potentially controversial show and for students of art, a risk like that is almost always worth it.
by Marietta Lunceford - April 22, 2016
AMERICAN IDIOT at Birmingham-Southern College is edgy, gritty and all that you want it to be. BSC took a risk doing a current and potentially controversial show and for students of art, a risk like that is almost always worth it.
Wetumpka Depot Players' I HATE HAMLET Opens 5/12
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2016
The Wetumpka Depot Players are thrusting into spring with the second show of their 36th season. Audiences are bound to love I Hate Hamlet, Paul Rudnick's award wining comedy. Opening May 12, as the play promises thrills, chills, and laugh-out-loud entertainment.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2016
The Wetumpka Depot Players are thrusting into spring with the second show of their 36th season. Audiences are bound to love I Hate Hamlet, Paul Rudnick's award wining comedy. Opening May 12, as the play promises thrills, chills, and laugh-out-loud entertainment.
ASFA to Present AS YOU LIKE IT
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2016
This May, the ASFA Theatre Arts presents two productions by William Shakespeare in the Dorothy Jemison Day Theater. JONATHAN FULLER (recently returned from a month's Fellowship at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London) directs one of the Bard's most crowd-pleasing shows, As You Like It. Appropriately named, Shakespeare indeed wrote this one with a wide audience in mind. Whether you like secret plots, disguises, fights, comedy, witty dialogue, and love, Love, LOVE, this was written to have something you like in it. This production will be utilizing techniques learned by Mr. Fuller at The Globe the is past fall
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2016
This May, the ASFA Theatre Arts presents two productions by William Shakespeare in the Dorothy Jemison Day Theater. JONATHAN FULLER (recently returned from a month's Fellowship at Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London) directs one of the Bard's most crowd-pleasing shows, As You Like It. Appropriately named, Shakespeare indeed wrote this one with a wide audience in mind. Whether you like secret plots, disguises, fights, comedy, witty dialogue, and love, Love, LOVE, this was written to have something you like in it. This production will be utilizing techniques learned by Mr. Fuller at The Globe the is past fall
BWW Blog: Tara Folio - The Fear of Striking Out
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - April 21, 2016
Perfection: Something that everyone desperately craves, but no one can ever actually attain. Why is society so obsessed with striving for such an unreachable goal?
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - April 21, 2016
Perfection: Something that everyone desperately craves, but no one can ever actually attain. Why is society so obsessed with striving for such an unreachable goal?
BWW Review: FLASHDANCE THE MUSICAL Needs Work
by Marietta Lunceford - April 18, 2016
According to Theatre League president Mark Edelman, FLASHDANCE , which was seen this weekend as part of the Broadway in Birmingham series, is a new production. This tour marks 'the next stage in the development of this work.' In an email to season ticket holders Edelman explains that 'since the premier in London's West End, the show has gone through several different incarnations here in the U.S.' In this critic's mind they need to keep working. Last night's performance of FLASHDANCE at the Birmingham- Jefferson Civic Center Concert Hall was a huge disappointment.
by Marietta Lunceford - April 18, 2016
According to Theatre League president Mark Edelman, FLASHDANCE , which was seen this weekend as part of the Broadway in Birmingham series, is a new production. This tour marks 'the next stage in the development of this work.' In an email to season ticket holders Edelman explains that 'since the premier in London's West End, the show has gone through several different incarnations here in the U.S.' In this critic's mind they need to keep working. Last night's performance of FLASHDANCE at the Birmingham- Jefferson Civic Center Concert Hall was a huge disappointment.
BWW Blog: Tara Folio - No Artist is an Island
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - April 15, 2016
John Donne once wrote, 'No man is an island entire of itself'; this statement is something I always try to keep in the back of my mind, especially when working in the theatre.
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - April 15, 2016
John Donne once wrote, 'No man is an island entire of itself'; this statement is something I always try to keep in the back of my mind, especially when working in the theatre.
BWW Review: SPRING AWAKENING Moves Audience
by Marietta Lunceford - April 14, 2016
UAB (The University of Alabama at Birmingham) is known for its world class medical school and hospital and lately for having its football program cancelled and then reinstated. But what you might not realize is the superior theatre department that UAB has. After seeing SPRING AWAKENING there last night, I am convinced that UAB has one of the top theatre programs in the state, if not the country.
by Marietta Lunceford - April 14, 2016
UAB (The University of Alabama at Birmingham) is known for its world class medical school and hospital and lately for having its football program cancelled and then reinstated. But what you might not realize is the superior theatre department that UAB has. After seeing SPRING AWAKENING there last night, I am convinced that UAB has one of the top theatre programs in the state, if not the country.
Photo Flash: First Look at Theatre UAB's SPRING AWAKENING
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2016
Musical theater students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham are exploring a story of teenagers discovering the inner and outer tumults of sexuality in the controversial Tony Award-winning play "Spring Awakening." Check out a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2016
Musical theater students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham are exploring a story of teenagers discovering the inner and outer tumults of sexuality in the controversial Tony Award-winning play "Spring Awakening." Check out a first look at the cast in action below!
BWW Review: ARSENIC AND OLD LACE Exceeds Expectations
by Marietta Lunceford - April 09, 2016
I have spent many wonderful hours at South City Theatre, both on stage and in the audience. South City has a reputation for picking out enjoyable plays and doing a good job presenting them. I don't usually miss one of their plays, but this time I almost did. ARSENIC AND OLD LACE is not one of my favorite plays, so I almost decided to skip this one. Man, am I glad I didn't make that mistake!
by Marietta Lunceford - April 09, 2016
I have spent many wonderful hours at South City Theatre, both on stage and in the audience. South City has a reputation for picking out enjoyable plays and doing a good job presenting them. I don't usually miss one of their plays, but this time I almost did. ARSENIC AND OLD LACE is not one of my favorite plays, so I almost decided to skip this one. Man, am I glad I didn't make that mistake!
BWW Review: SONS OF THE PROPHET Hurts So Good
by Marietta Lunceford - April 03, 2016
When life becomes almost too much to handle, where do you turn? I say, to the theatre! And SONS OF THE PROPHET written by Stephen Karam at Birmingham Festival Theatre shows us that humor can get us through the pain. SONS OF THE PROPHET has a warning on its poster- 'This show may cause various emotional responses such as laughter, enthusiasm and deep thought.' I certainly experienced all of that and more. I would strongly suggest that you call 205-933-2383 or go to www.bftonline.org for ticket information. SONS OF THE PROPHET runs through April 16 so you have time to see this super funny, meaningful play.
by Marietta Lunceford - April 03, 2016
When life becomes almost too much to handle, where do you turn? I say, to the theatre! And SONS OF THE PROPHET written by Stephen Karam at Birmingham Festival Theatre shows us that humor can get us through the pain. SONS OF THE PROPHET has a warning on its poster- 'This show may cause various emotional responses such as laughter, enthusiasm and deep thought.' I certainly experienced all of that and more. I would strongly suggest that you call 205-933-2383 or go to www.bftonline.org for ticket information. SONS OF THE PROPHET runs through April 16 so you have time to see this super funny, meaningful play.
BWW Review: FIRST KISSES Creates Memories
by Marietta Lunceford - April 02, 2016
Following the lives of John and Mary, FIRST KISSES covers over 60 years of friendship. At first the 11 year olds are not sure how they feel about being friends with someone of the opposite sex, but they later look back to realize they loved each other from the start.Going through deaths, lost loves, temptations, kids and more together, this couple is written in a very real and engaging way. Played by 8 different actors these characters are portrayed all the way from 11 years old to 72.
by Marietta Lunceford - April 02, 2016
Following the lives of John and Mary, FIRST KISSES covers over 60 years of friendship. At first the 11 year olds are not sure how they feel about being friends with someone of the opposite sex, but they later look back to realize they loved each other from the start.Going through deaths, lost loves, temptations, kids and more together, this couple is written in a very real and engaging way. Played by 8 different actors these characters are portrayed all the way from 11 years old to 72.
BWW Blog: Tara Folio - Keep Reaching
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - April 01, 2016
Ever since I was a little toddler in a tutu every adult I have come in contact with has told me to 'reach for the stars', and that 'I can do anything I set my mind to'.
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - April 01, 2016
Ever since I was a little toddler in a tutu every adult I have come in contact with has told me to 'reach for the stars', and that 'I can do anything I set my mind to'.
THE MELTDOWN Hopes to Reinvent Media
by Marietta Lunceford - March 29, 2016
With traditional newspapers going out of business and more and more of our news coming to us online, the world around us seems to be getting smaller and information is coming at us faster and faster. For the three guys who make up THE MELTDOWN this is an opportunity to share information in a new and creative way.
by Marietta Lunceford - March 29, 2016
With traditional newspapers going out of business and more and more of our news coming to us online, the world around us seems to be getting smaller and information is coming at us faster and faster. For the three guys who make up THE MELTDOWN this is an opportunity to share information in a new and creative way.
BWW Blog: Tara Folio - Jumping Jazz Hands First
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - March 22, 2016
Until this point, my blog has been all about what happens when an actor has a job, but now it's time to cover all the wonderful things that happen when an actor enters a magical time called 'Unemployment.'
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - March 22, 2016
Until this point, my blog has been all about what happens when an actor has a job, but now it's time to cover all the wonderful things that happen when an actor enters a magical time called 'Unemployment.'
BWW Review: ALL IN THE TIMING Stages Six Plays
by Marietta Lunceford - March 18, 2016
Theatre Downtown billed ALL IN THE TIMING as 'Six plays. Seventeen actors. Lots of Laughs.' and I have to say that they got that right. ALL IN THE TIMING includes six short plays by David Ives and there were lots of new faces and lots of laughs.
by Marietta Lunceford - March 18, 2016
Theatre Downtown billed ALL IN THE TIMING as 'Six plays. Seventeen actors. Lots of Laughs.' and I have to say that they got that right. ALL IN THE TIMING includes six short plays by David Ives and there were lots of new faces and lots of laughs.
BWW Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Rocks the House
by Marietta Lunceford - March 14, 2016
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET grabs you from the very first moment with music. With no lead in other than the writing projected on the curtain before the show begins, "Blue Suede Shoes" starts the audience on a fast paced 90 minutes of almost continuous hits. And the music is definitely the star of the show.
by Marietta Lunceford - March 14, 2016
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET grabs you from the very first moment with music. With no lead in other than the writing projected on the curtain before the show begins, "Blue Suede Shoes" starts the audience on a fast paced 90 minutes of almost continuous hits. And the music is definitely the star of the show.
BWW Blog: Tara Folio - The Final Curtain Call
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - March 11, 2016
Unfortunately, all good things must eventually come to an end, and Assassins is no different.
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - March 11, 2016
Unfortunately, all good things must eventually come to an end, and Assassins is no different.
BWW Blog: Tara Folio - All Eyes On You
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - March 04, 2016
After doing six shows a week, you begin to settle into a production; the scenes seem to run smoothly, most actor's seem to be making similar choices in each performance, everyone can recite their lines at the drop of a hat, there's nothing to worry about, right? Wrong.
by Guest Blogger: Tara Folio - March 04, 2016
After doing six shows a week, you begin to settle into a production; the scenes seem to run smoothly, most actor's seem to be making similar choices in each performance, everyone can recite their lines at the drop of a hat, there's nothing to worry about, right? Wrong.
BWW Review: WHITE LIGHTNING Sprints to Action
by Marietta Lunceford - March 04, 2016
What do the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and NASCAR have in common? Up until last night, I would have said, 'Absolutely nothing!' But last night changed all of that when the Talladega Superspeedway sponsored the world premiere of WHITE LIGHTNING, a 'romantic action adventure' about the roots of stock car racing.
by Marietta Lunceford - March 04, 2016
What do the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and NASCAR have in common? Up until last night, I would have said, 'Absolutely nothing!' But last night changed all of that when the Talladega Superspeedway sponsored the world premiere of WHITE LIGHTNING, a 'romantic action adventure' about the roots of stock car racing.
BWW Review: FALLING: A WAKE Questions Everything
by Marietta Lunceford - February 27, 2016
Expertly acted by Jamie Lawrence as Harold and Ellise Pruitt Mayor as Elsie, FALLING: A WAKE is the story of a plane crash, a loving yet troubled couple, and all of the questions that we have about life, love, when to let go and if there is more to life than what we see each day.Does life happen randomly or is there a plan, does fate exist?
by Marietta Lunceford - February 27, 2016
Expertly acted by Jamie Lawrence as Harold and Ellise Pruitt Mayor as Elsie, FALLING: A WAKE is the story of a plane crash, a loving yet troubled couple, and all of the questions that we have about life, love, when to let go and if there is more to life than what we see each day.Does life happen randomly or is there a plan, does fate exist?
BWW Review: LOST IN YONKERS Finds Heart
by Marietta Lunceford - February 27, 2016
Every once in a while, everything falls in place and you have a truly memorable evening. Last night was one of those nights, thanks to ACTA Theatre's production of LOST IN YONKERS and their true community spirit.
by Marietta Lunceford - February 27, 2016
Every once in a while, everything falls in place and you have a truly memorable evening. Last night was one of those nights, thanks to ACTA Theatre's production of LOST IN YONKERS and their true community spirit.
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