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White Snake Projects Presents New Virtual Opera ALICE IN THE PANDEMIC
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2020
Alice in the Pandemic, a new virtual opera from activist opera company White Snake Projects, led by creator and librettist Cerise Jacobs, represents an ingenious adaptation to the changed performing arts environment.
Tune in to THE LIZZIE BORDEN MURDER HOUSE Live Stream Event
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2020
As the world continues to cope with a deadly pandemic, we struggle to find some sense of a 'new normal' and ways to combat the boredom of spending all, or a good part of our time at home. Artists and producers have begun to stretch their boundaries to create new and innovative entertainment and the team at The Dark Zone Network is leading the pack!
Listen: THE BACKDROP Podcast Returns With Episode 9: 'Barrington Stage Company's Harry Clarke'
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2020
The Backdrop, the theatrical podcast that sets the stage, is back with its first new episode since COVID shuttered Broadway, 'Episode 9: Barrington Stage Company's Harry Clarke.' With theatrical productions resuming in Europe and Asia, host Kevin Bleyer (The Daily Show) spoke to the artists here in the US who went on with the show this summer.
WAM Theatre Announces Digital Production of ROE by Lisa Loomer
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2020
WAM Theatre's reimagined 2020 season will center on a creatively designed digital production of the area premiere of Lisa Loomer's celebrated play ROE, available October 17-20.  The digital production will be directed by WAM's Producing Artistic Director, Kristen van Ginhoven. 
BWW Review: THE HILLS ARE ALIVE WITH RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN at Barrington Stage Company
by Marc Savitt - August 24, 2020
the audience was sincerely and repeatedly thanked for the opportunity to share music that is a?oejust not the same as sitting at homea??. Smiles on the masked faces as the sun set and many were no doubt whistling a happy tune as they returned to their cars suggested that although there are most certainly changes and differences, THE HILLS ARE (still) ALIVE WITH RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN.
Student-Made Films Take Over the Kowloon Drive-In for FC Academy Movie Night
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 24, 2020
Filmmakers Collaborative is holding a special movie night at the Kowloon Drive-In in Saugus.
Boston Symphony Orchestra Announces Workforce Reduction
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2020
In direct response to the devastating financial effects of COVID-19, the Boston Symphony Orchestra has made the difficult decision to implement administrative staff layoffs as of September 1. The layoffs are part of an overall effort to sustain the organizationa??s fiscal viability through the immediate pandemic period and into the future.
VIDEO: Sylvia Khoury Joins Williamstown Theatre Festival's LAWN TALK
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2020
WTF Artistic Director Mandy Greenfield and 2020 WTF Artist-in-Residence Sylvia Khoury (Selling Kabul) met up in Williamstown for a socially-distant conversation.
Livestream Theatrical Event: History At Play, LLC Presents 'World War Women: The Unsung Heroines Of WWII'
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2020
History At PlayTM, LLC (HAP, LLC), has garnered nationwide applause for their Immersive Living History Experiences, chronicling the lives of legendary women who changed society. World War Women: The Unsung Heroines of WWII features HAP, LLC Founder and Artistic Director Judith Kalaora in a multimedia performance that recalls the triumphs of our greatest heroines.
Merrimack Repertory Theatre Announces Changes To the 2020-21 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2020
Due to the global pandemic, Courtney Sale, the Nancy L. Donahue Artistic Director, and Bonnie J. Butkas, Executive Director, today announced major changes to the schedule for the upcoming season at Merrimack Repertory Theatre. 
44th Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair Goes Virtual
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2020
An alluring treasure trove awaits seasoned collectors as well as new visitors at the 44th annual Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair which will be held virtually November 12-14, 2020.
WAM Theatre Announces Reimagined Fall 2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2020
Producing Artistic Director Kristen van Ginhoven, Associate Artistic Director Talya Kingston, and the WAM Theatre team today announced their reimagined plans for WAM's fall 2020 season, offering digital productions in October and November. ROE by Lisa Loomer will run October 17-20, and THE THANKSGIVING PLAY by Larissa FastHorse will run November 19-22.
Boston Landmarks Orchestra Receives Grant For SUBPAC Devices To Support Deaf/Hearing Impaired Community
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2020
Boston Landmarks Orchestra is just one of eighteen orchestras and youth orchestras to receive grants of $30,000 each to spark a culture of innovation and learning in U.S. orchestras. Created by the League of American Orchestras to support a variety of forward-thinking and experimental projects, the two-year American Orchestras' Futures Fund grants, made possible by the generous support of the Ann and Gordon Getty Foundation, focus on artistic vibrancy, civic engagement, and organizational vitality.
Marblehead School of Ballet Celebrates 49th Anniversary and Launches New Season
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2020
The Marblehead School of Ballet is celebrating its 49th anniversary and will open the new season on Monday, August 24.  A range of classes, workshops, and events from Ballet to Balinese are lined up for the 2020-2021 year. 
Tanglewood 2020 Online Festival Enters Final Week
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2020
The Tanglewood 2020 Online Festival is a groundbreaking digital series of audio and video streams featuring newly created content being recorded at Tanglewood's Linde Center in July alongside previously recorded material from Tanglewood being released for the first time.
Celebrate Great Jazz On The Great Hill At Home With Boston Landmarks Orchestra 
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2020
Boston Landmarks Orchestra (LO) announces a?oeShea??s The First,a?? a concert celebrating the Centennial of the 19th Amendment, which guaranteed and protected women's constitutional right to vote.
The Front Porch Arts Collective and Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Announce CO-LAB
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2020
The Front Porch Arts Collective and Commonwealth Shakespeare Company are partnering in the piloting of Co-Lab, an online training program focused on and taught by artists of color, linking the heightened language of William Shakespeare, August Wilson, and other contemporary writers of color.
BWW Blog: My Theatre Experience on the West End Before the Pandemic
by Student Blogger: Hope Johnson - August 14, 2020
My ticket to this show was 12 pounds. It was the cheapest ticket I have ever bought to see professional theatre.
BWW Blog: The Untold Tips to Survive the College Audition Process
by Student Blogger: Shaun Collins - August 14, 2020
While the college audition process is a whole different level of chaos, here is what helped me turn what seemed like a daunting senior year into one of the best rollercoasters of my life.
South Shore Theatre Works Executive Director 'Disappears' After Stealing From the Theater
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2020
WBUR has reported that the executive director and president of South Shore Theatre Works, Richard Bento, has 'disappeared' after stealing money from the theatre.
Tina Packer Publishes New Audiobook TALES FROM SHAKESPEARE
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2020
Shakespeare & Company's Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer has teamed up with local audiobook publisher Alison Larkin to produce a new audiobook, Tales from Shakespeare. The audiobook includes ten short stories, written and recorded by Ms. Packer, based on the plays of William Shakespeare. It is published by Alison Larkin Presents.
SpeakEasy Stage Launches The Boston Project Podcast
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2020
On Friday, August 14, 2020, SpeakEasy Stage Company will launch the first two episodes of its latest venture, THE BOSTON PROJECT PODCAST.  
Boston Dance Theater Presents SURGE: A Series of Virtual Events
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2020
This Fall, join distinguished arts+science innovators to experience the latest intersections between ocean science, dance choreography, and environmental activism happening in New England and beyond.
BWW Blog: Embracing the Unknown in London - Featuring a Hapa Girl, Cappuccinos, & a Trip to Amsterdam
by Student Blogger: Alyssa Silver - August 13, 2020
Growth isna??t just one arrow pointing up. Ita??s going up, then slightly down, then up, then down, then really high.
Berkshire Theatre Group Presents HERSHEY FELDER AS GEORGE GERSHWIN ALONE
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2020
Following the successful live streams of Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin and Hershey Felder: Beethoven, Berkshire Theatre Group will present Hershey Felder in his one-man show, Hershey Felder as George Gershwin Alone-Live from Florence, Italy to be streamed live on Sunday, September 13th at 8pm.

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