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Vocalist Joan Watson-Jones Returns to the Lilypad This Week
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2022
Vocalist Joan Watson-Jones, a mainstay on the New England Jazz scene, returns to The Lilypad, 1353 Cambridge Street in Cambridge, MA, on Saturday, April 23, at 4:30 pm. Joining Watson-Jones to perform songs from her latest CD, Choices, and other favorite tunes are Pianist Frank Wilkins, Bassist Dave Zox and Drummer Alvin Terry.
Musical Theater Writers to be Celebrated In Berklee's CURTAIN UP! Concert
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
​​​​​​​Curtain Up!, an annual Berklee College of Music event showcasing new musical theater songs written, orchestrated, and performed by students, will take place at the Berklee Performance Center on Tuesday, April 26 at 8:00 p.m.
Cotuit Center for the Arts Announces 7th Annual Kentucky Derby Gala
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
Cotuit Center for the Arts will host its 7th Annual Kentucky Derby Gala on Saturday, May 7 at 4:30pm. Tickets are $40, or $30 for members of the Center. 
Cotuit Center for the Arts Present the Cape Cod Debut of ST. FRANCIS
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2022
Cotuit Center for the Arts present the Cape Cod debut of St. Francis, an original play written by and starring Miranda Jonte and directed by Jason Mellin. St. Francis opens in the Vivian and Morton Sigel Black Box Theater on May 5, 2022 and runs through May 22, 2022, Thursdays–Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2:00pm. 
ArtsEmerson Presents Solo Show SEA SICK
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2022
ArtsEmerson, Boston's leading presenter of contemporary world theater and film and the professional presenting and producing organization of Emerson College, will be presenting Alanna Mitchell's Sea Sick at the Emerson Paramount Center Jackie Liebergott Black Box from May 11 – 22, 2022. The performance is the story of science journalist Alanna Mitchell's grand adventure into the ocean to learn its secrets, face its demons, and come to grips with the devastating implications of climate change that threaten our world.
BWW Review: BURGERZ at EMERSON PARAMOUNT CENTER JACKIE LIEBERGOTT BLACK BOX is a Captivating Look at Privilege and our Place in Society
by Erik Bailey - April 18, 2022
The moment we are conceived, society tries to tell us who we are and who we should be. Before we even get the chance to breathe our parents and their doctors determine our gender and how that makes us who we are. But if anyone chooses to break from these norms and live their lives how they so choose, they are ridiculed by society and cast aside.
Choral Art Society to Explore Environmental Collaboration through Nature-Themed Concert
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2022
Choral Art Society of the South Shore (CAS), the region’s community choral ensemble, will present “What a Wonderful World: Songs of Earth, Sea, and Sky”, on Sunday, May 1, 4 pm at House of Prayer Lutheran Church, 916 Main Street, Hingham.
Dark Desert Eagles Will Perform at Indian Ranch in June
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2022
Dark Desert Eagles, the ULTIMATE Tribute to The Eagles, is coming to Indian Ranch in Webster, MA on Saturday, June 25, 2022 as part of the Mike's Hard Lemonade Summer Concert Series.
SpeakEasy Stage Company to Present Regional Premiere of THE INHERITANCE
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2022
From April 22 – June 11, 2022, SpeakEasy Stage Company will proudly present the US Regional Theatre premiere of Matthew López’s epic two-part drama THE INHERITANCE, winner of the 2020 Tony Award for Best Play.  
Celebrate Classic Film And The Mighty Wurlitzer At The Hanover Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2022
On May 8 at 2 PM, join The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts for a one-of-a-kind American comedy classic! The Kid Brother is a 1927 American comedy classic silent film starring Harold Lloyd.
Lyric Stage Announces 2022/2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2022
The Lyric Stage Company of Boston has created a season of plays that will inspire audiences to share in one-of-a-kind experiences that only live theater can create.  It’s a season to gather together and connect with the friends we come with and the ones we make in the seat next to us.
MANIA -The ABBA Tribute Comes To Worcester in October
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2022
​​​​​​​MANIA - The ABBA Tribute (@maniatheshow) brings their live show to The Hanover Theatre on Saturday, October 29. MANIA (formerly ABBA MANIA) formed in 1999 and the show has been selling out theatres and concert halls internationally ever since. This show has toured the world in its quest to bring the music of the Swedish 'Supergroup' to their millions of fans, old and new!
Pellas Gallery to Host PunkMeTender Solo Show
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2022
Pellas Gallery located on Newbury Street in Boston, MA today announced it will be hosting a solo show with artwork by PunkMeTender called Voyage d’Ulysse from April 29 - June 18, 2022. The show will exhibit a variety of pieces from the Parisian-turned-Angeleno artist’s repertoire of work including two of PunkMeTender’s NFT pieces, from his collection of Punk Angels, continuing Pellas Gallery’s commitment to showcasing NFTs. 
Comedy With Paul Nardizzi, James Dorsey, and Dan Boulger Comes to Samuel Slater's Restaurant
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2022
Live Comedy returns to Samuel Slater's in Webster, MA on Saturday, April 23rd with headliner Paul Nardizzi and special guests James Dorsey and Dan Boulger. Doors open at 7pm; show starts at 8pm.
Princeton University Jazz Festival Returns April 27–30
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
Jazz at Princeton University, helmed by acclaimed saxophonist/composer Rudresh Mahanthappa, announces the return of the Princeton University Jazz Festival. Presented in conjunction with Jazz Appreciation Month, the event, which takes place Wednesday, April 27 – Saturday, April 30, features guest artists guitarist Gilad Hekselman, and saxophonists Seamus Blake, Tony Malaby and Alexa Tarantino performing with Princeton University's stellar student ensembles.
Robin McKelle To Perform At Scullers Jazz Club And Release New Single 'I Must Have That Man'
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
Savvy songwriter and powerhouse vocalist Robin McKelle has announced her upcoming Boston performance at Scullers Jazz Club on April 23. This performance follows the release of the singer's new single, 'I Must Have That Man,' out now.
Shakespeare & Company Appoints Amy Handelsman Managing Director
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
Shakespeare & Company, a theater performance, education, and training outfit now celebrating its 45th year, has announced the appointment of Amy Handelsman as Managing Director effective May 1, 2022.
White Heron Theatre Company Creates Pre-Professional Training Intensive
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket today announced 'The Intensive,' a pre-professional training opportunity for students 18 and older. The Intensive's faculty includes nationally recognized leaders in the entertainment industry and is hosted at the White Heron's state-of-the-art facility June 10 - 12.
DIAL M FOR MURDER Starring Celia Keenan-Bolger, Plus More Announced for White Heron Theatre 2022 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket today announced its 10th anniversary season, which will include Dial M for Murder, a killer comedy that preceded the classic Hitchcock film and features Tony Award-winner Celia Keenan-Bolger.
Fresh Takes Play Reading Of THE NEW GALILEOS Opens WAM's 2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
WAM Theatre begins its 13th season with a Fresh Takes Play Reading of The New Galileos by Amy Berryman (Walden Theaterworks Hartford & London's West End), directed by Megan Sandberg-Zakian (WAM's Holy Laughter; Skeleton Crew at Huntington Theatre Co.) on Sunday, May 1, at 2pm at Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield and live streamed online.
Coolidge Corner Theatre Presents STAND WITH UKRAINE THROUGH FILM
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Coolidge Corner Theatre will host Stand with Ukraine Through Film, an afternoon at the theatre that will include one of the first US theatrical screenings of The Guide, a 2014 Ukrainian film set against the backdrop of Soviet efforts to exterminate Ukrainians in the 1930s. Cinema Salem in Salem, MA recently screened the film last month.
New England Music Hall Of Fame Inducts June Millington And Cherie Currie
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
History was made on April 8, 2022 in Boxborough, MA when trailblazers June Millington along with her band “Fanny” and Cherie Currie along with “The Runaways” were officially recognized by a Hall of Fame by being inducted by the New England Music Hall of Fame.
A.J. Fletcher Opera Institute At UNCSA Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Gala Concert
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
The A.J. Fletcher Opera Institute at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a special gala concert featuring Fletcher alumni, current Fellows, the UNCSA Cantata Singers, and the UNCSA Symphony Orchestra in a program of selections from operatic favorites including “Don Giovanni,” “La cenerentola,” “L'elisir d'amore” and “Eugene Onegin.”
Tony Yazbeck, Chita Rivera & Charl Brown Announced for BTG 2022 Colonial Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Berkshire Theatre Group has announced the 2022 Colonial Concert Series: Featuring Broadway Luminaries. 
SING STREET, BHANGIN' IT & More Announced for The Huntington's 2022-2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
The Huntington has announced its 2022-2023 season, featuring 8 shows including 2 jubilant new musicals, 3 world premiere plays, one recent Broadway hit, and an outstanding revival of an August Wilson classic.   

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